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

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1940 volume:

• To all our friends and to the classmates who are about to embark on a new adventure at college or in the business world, we present this Nineteenth Issue of the Weather Vane Annual. Co-Editors: Shirley Hering Geoffrey Knight Pane Four IS Foreword Dedication - Administration and Faculty Classes - Tribute Activities Athletics Features 4 6 8 12 5-1 62 90 108 I In appreciation of his personality, sportsmanship and understanding, we, the Class of Nineteen Hundred Forty, dedicate this nineteenth issue of the Weather Vane Annual to Mr. Joseph Freeman. Joseph Freeman, our popular baseball and basketball coach, was born in Central Falls, Rhode Island. Declining to describe his boyhood, he said he believes that all men are just boys grown old. He did say that he was always interested in athletics, and worried his mother continually by playing in the sand lots. He attended Moses Brown preparatory school in Providence, Rhode Island, where he was captain of both the varsity football and baseball teams and president of his class. In the summer of nineteen twenty-four he joined the Civilian Military Training Corps in Camp Devons, at Ayer, Massachusetts. Here he won a medal for being the outstanding student in his regiment of twenty-five hundred boys. After he was graduated, he was called back to Moses Brown to teach and coach football and baseball. He was there until nineteen thirty-four, and in thirty-five he came to Westfield High School. He coached football here for two years. As a side line Mr. Freeman coaches a semi-pro football team in Plainfield, where he lives. His hobbies all take him into the open—watching professional baseball games and fishing. In summer he sometimes coaches swimming and tennis at Narragansett Bay, his parental home, and spends much of his time sailing. Mr. Freeman left Moses Brown in nineteen twenty-six and took a two year trip around the world. He worked his way, so lie has had many extremely interesting experiences. (If you are good at persuasion, you may succeed in getting him to speak to you in Chinese.) When he returned from his trip, he entered Pawtucket High School in order to get enough credits to admit him to Brown University. While at Pawtucket he participated in dramatics, having parts in such productions as Tin Valiant and 11 ere V i g. He attended Brown University for a year, but his love for athletics was so strong that he decided to coach as well as teach. Therefore he transferred to Springfield College and finished his education there. SUPERVISING PRINCIPAL Charles A. Philhower, ITS., M.A PRINCIPAL Frank N. Neuhauer, B.A.. M.A., D. Sc. ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL Robert L. Foose. A.B., M.A. ENGLISH and HISTORY Joseph Freeman, B.S. Springfield College ENGLISH Carol Brinser, II S. Lebanon Valiev College ENGLISH Dolores Bordncr, A.B. Goucher College, M.A. University of Pennsylvania ENGLISH Margaret Dietrich. A.B. Kutztown State Teachers College, M.A. Columbia University ENGLISH Bernice Kimball, A.B. Middlebury College ENGLISH Victor Johnson, A.B. I’psala College FRENCH Gaston Gesmr, B.S. Faculte des Sciences, A.B. Columbia University FRENCH and LATIN Gertrude Foutz, A.B. Heidelberg College, M A Pennsylvania State College LATIN Edmund Allen, B A. Wesleyan University, M S. Universitv of Pennsylvania SPANISH Stella Hemphill, B A. Universitv of Texas GUIDANCE and GERMAN J. Isabella Dodds, B.A. Macalester. M.A. Columbia University GERMAN and SPANISH Harold Shaterian. A.B., Ed. M. Rutgers Universitv Jane Snevilv Helen Anderson Aline May Anne Marks Marie Anderson PHYSICAL EDUCATION Gertrude Swift, B.A , M.A. New York University PHYSICAL EDUCATION Doris Acker, B.A. Pennsylvania State College LIBRARY ASSISTANT Florence Donnelly, A.B. Mount St. Joseph College LIBRARIAN Alice Bible. Stroudsburg State Normal School, Pennsylvania State Library School SPEECH and DRAMATICS Linda Johnson, B.S. University of Minnesota PHYSICAL EDUCATION Robert L. Duncan. B.S. University of Iowa PHYSICS and CHEMISTRY Walter Johnson, Jr., B.S. Colgate University, M.A. Columbia University SOCIAL STUDIES Roy Tolliver. Ph.B. Dickinson College HISTORY Ruth Cameron, B A.. M.A. Pennsylvania State College CHEMISTRY C. Blair Rogers, Ph.B. Lafayette College BIOLOGY Richard Goodrich, B.S. Tufts College SOCIAL STUDIES W illiam 11. Warner. B.S. Trenton State Teachers College, M.A. Rutgers University MATH F MAT ICS an.l SCIENCE Paul DeHaas, A.B. University of Pennsylvania MATH KM AT ICS Harper Adams, B.S Drexel, M K«l. Temple University MATHEMATICS Annie P. Hewitt, West Chester State Normal School. B.S Temple University. M.A. Columbia University MATHEMATICS Dama Hill. B.S. Earmville State Teachers College. M.A. Cnltimhia University MATHEMATICS Paul Berger, B.S. Iowa State College MUSIC Leroy Lenox. B.S. Trenton State Teachers College COMMERCIAL SUBJECTS Brose Thompson, B.S. Grove City College COM MERCIAL SUBJKCTS Marv Colley, A.B. University of Pennsylvania TYPEWRITING Olive Hammell, B.S. New York University MUSIC Virginia Ehner, B.S. Ball State Teachers College Harriet Howard, Pennsylvania Museum and School of Industrial Arts MANUAL TRAINING Harold Thompson, Oswego State Normal School BOOKKEEPING Alice F. Pelton. Baypath Institute 1 J . Senior Class Officers President - - - Clyde Shropshire Vice-President - - - - John Tandy Secretary - - - Shirley K. Hering Treasurer .... Robert Collins Senior Standing Committees Academic Committee.............George Tifft Alfred Connellee Athletic Committee - - - - Jean Richards Civic Committee...............Marjorie Oneal Finance Committee..............Robert Collins Typing Committee................June Cockley FRANCIS ACHARD Collectors’ Club (2); French Club (2) ; Radio Club (3); Mask and Mime (4); Senior Play (4); Golf Manager (2, 3); Forum (4). Whenever you need a dishwasher, call on Hob as he has learned the art at church and Camp Dix. Don’t walk with him while he is doing his military step, or you’ll wish your legs were a foot or two longer. Hob enjoys printing pictures, building airplanes. and constructing radios. WILLIAM ATAMANTYK Hand (3, 4); Intramural Basketball (3). Fond of green, as is revealed by his “sharp green suits and green hats. Bill should hail from Ireland. A serious student, he applies himself diligently in school, and it is said that he is an excellent worker outside. Bill, who enjoys playing the clarinet and may enjoy the society ol Garwood girls on Sundays, wants !«■ enter an aviation school. HUDSON AMORY Baseball (2. 3. 4); Football (2. 4). This problem child always takes reproof amiably, but never reforms. “Pots,’’ as his intimates call him. is a skillful skater in winter, in summer he I' an ardent angler in country streams or ocean surf. A baseball enthusiast who is an artist at deception. Pots does all his formal speaking ami writing on subjects relating to the diamond. JEANETTE ATKINS Mask and Mime (2); French Club 12, 3 ; Gym Program (2, 3); Mixed Chorus (3, 4); Hand (4); Catalyst Club (4); Ticket Manager Senior Play; S. A. T. Drive. Indefatigable Jeanette does all things well. She’s an ardent fencer and pianist, and even chemistry and trig don’t seem to faze her. This prospective Mount Holyoke student and future M. D. is an entertaining addition to any group and plans to prescribe pills and set bones. SAMUEL ARBES Baseball (2. 3. V4); Football V4); Basketball ( Y4); Athletic Council (2. 3). Sam, or the Big Greek, as he is known to his friends, is a member of the Five Year Club. Me has been the mainstay of the football team for the past two years, playing back. We hear that Sam intends making a survey trip t Virginia, Wonder what she looks like. So does Sam. MERCER ATKINSON Latin Club (2); French Club (3. 4) ; Academic Committee (3, 4); Track (4); Glee Club (2); Choir (4); Annual. Although Mercer’s an ardent movie fan, he spends a great deal of time playing records ami dancing to them, worrying about chemistry, and frolicking with a “bunny. Reserved and scholarly. Mercer is a favorite with his elders, who lake him on interesting trips afield and afloat. Princeton is his academic goal. Pa ye Sixteen MARJORIE ONEAL—Most Naive—MERCER ATKINSON JAMES AVERY Forum Club (3). Track (3); Junior Prom Chairman. Some say Jim is radical, others say he is communistic; but the majority say he's one scholastic student who knows what he is talking about. A future agriculturist. Jim enjoys working on his parents' Pennsylvania farm, lifting weights, and studying government bulletin' and maps on claim staking in Alaska, where he hopes to make his permanent home as a scientific farmer. MARGARET BEARD French Club (2); Mask and Mime (2); Red Cross (2); Academic Committee (2); Athletics (2, 3, 4); G. A. C. (3); Latin Club (3, 4); Senior Play Committees. “Beardie. enthusiastic bookworm, is one of our most energetic all-round members. She excels in everything from scholarship to sports—AND talking! As she is one of the Latin IV class, no wonder she shines scholastically! Her pretty smile and cheerful disposition have made her everybody's friend. DORIS ANN BAGGER French Club 2. 3, 4); Athletics (2, 3, 4); Mask anil Mime Council (3, 4); Finance Committee 14); Senior Play Cast (4); Gym Program 2, 3, 41. With a spirit of efficiency, Ruff of the Senior Play can be depended upon to fill any | osition asked of her. On top scholastically, Dot shows up the rest of her biology class when she incites. Whether or not reducing, her diet always includes “Graham crack ers. AILEEN BEDELL Athletics (2. 3, 4 ; Gym Program (2, 3. 4); Modern Dance (3. 4). 'fhis athletically and musically inclined girl may belong t.. Westfield physically, but spiritually she belongs to Maine. Although she i really quiet during school hours, she bubbles over with life at parties and spends much rime participating in all s| ort$, particularly basketball and modern dancing. Her honev-colored curls shake engagingly whenever she is overcome by ail attack id giggles. JOAN BAYLIS French Club (2, 3. t). Mask and Mime iJ. 3, Council 4); G. A. C. 2. 3. Vice-Pres 4 ; Red Cros. (2. 3, Vice Pres 4 ; C. m Pin-gram (2, 3, 4� ; Senior Play Cast; Annual (4). Excelling in wit. laughter, and charm, Joanny has more than three fish � n her line. ur l!eit Co-ed may he a “lily of the fi:ld, but she ceriainlv has “it. She is the mainstay of Toothless headache brigade because of her Ford, which runs oil its personality. LOIS BEDELL Forum (2. 3); Latin Club 2). Athletics (2. 3. 4i; Modern Dancing (2, 3). Mask and Mime 14); Fencing (4). Art Club (4); Lms's love of music is proved by her ability to play the piano ami steel guitar. She usually has a joke on the tip of her tongue and has a reputation for giggling constant!;. We can’t understand what Lois plans to do that made her indulge in so much J-atin. Page Seventeen JOAN BAYLIS—Class Flirt—JERE HANSEN BETTY BEEKMAN Forum (2, 3. 4;; Library Council (2, Treasurer 3, President 4); Gym Program (3); Literary Club (4); Annual. Always amusing everybody, this ‘'swell gal who loves dancing, skating, driving, etc., according to Hob Acltard, is envied by many for her pert little nose. Hetty lias charity for all and love for a certain Minor. She presides gracefully at those family teas for which the library goes in so strenuously. JANE BELL French Club (2, 3); Mask and Mime (2. 3. 4); Latin Club (3, 4); Athletics (2. 3. 4); Forum (4); Literary Club (4); Gym Program (2. 3, 4); Senior Play; Annual. Long Island summers make a sailor of Jane. Through her attempt t swim and sail at the same time she became a newspaper heroine. Friends appreciate the generous use ( her car and her sense of humor. Ask her how to plan a Forum Dinner. DORRIS BENSE Collectors’ Club (2, 3. 4); Gym Pro-gram (2, 3); Photoplay Club (4); G. A. C. (4); Basketball (2. 3); Hockey (2. 3. 4); Baseball (2, 3); Horseshoes (2, 3). This ardent sport fan can always be spotted at every game all year round, whether it In football, basketball, or anything else. She herself is active in girls’ athletics and has made all the blue and white teams. However, not at all one-sided, she’s an ace on songs and ‘‘cute’’ jokes. DICK BERRY Vice-President (3); Football Manager (2, 3. V4); Swimming Team (2. 3. V4), Track 3. ’4); French Club (2. 3); Mask and Mime (2); Senior Play (4). This handsome football manager has a definite way with certain sophomores. Dick, who was class officer last year, has helped Westfield on to victory more than once on our track and swimming team.'. He came to us from Cranford in our sophomore yc.u and made an immediate lot. WILLIAM BERRYMAN Mar-k ami Mime (2, 3. Treas. 4) ; Hand (2. 3. 4); Orchestra (2. 3. 4); Senior Play (4); Choir (3); N. J. All State Chorus (2) ; Mask and Mime Plays (2. 3, 4). “Romeo” Berryman is an accomplished musician, a versatile actor, and an amateur chemist. When one walks past the Band Room and hears the girls giggle, he knows Bill is there. Hot lick.'” shattering the air are also u u ally indicative of Bill s presence behind a trumpet. DICK BEST Band (2. 3. 4); Choir (2); Catalyst Club (4); Saracens (3. 4 ; German Evening (2, 3, 4). Our Cranberry Lake advocate has un-cxpcctedly blossomed out this year as a super jitterbug. Talented in the mu-Meal line, Dick can play anything fmm a baritone to a guitar. This long, lean, and lanky youth with the Grecian nose is quiet, but delights his friends now and then with bursts of excellent subtle humor. BARBARA PILLING— ( Looking—DICK BERRY Page Eighteen MARY BIANCO Basketball (2, 3. 4) ; Badminton (2); Volleyball (.1); Hi’s Eye (4V, Paddle Tennis (3). Although she appears to l c rather quiet hi school, Man is really a (unloving girl—as you might be able to gues from one glimpse of her smile and the twinkle in her eye. She thinks being a cub reporter for the Hi's Eye is lots of fun. and her pleasing man ner, which is a prerequisite for being a good reporter, is of great help. NED BINGHAM French Club 2, 3. 4); Catalyst Club (2, 3, 4); Forum Club (3. 4). Among the members « f the Senior Class you will find, according � «• the bulletins, the greatest chef in the world, although his experience has been limited to Forum and Voting People's suppers and all kinds of picnic-'. Others of his interests include dancing and hiking, and wc all know Ned's deep baritone voice, that huso ably contributed to assembly programs. ROLLA BLANCHARD French Club 2. 3); Cheer Squad (2. 3, I); Track (3. 4); Slide Rule Club (4); Archaeological Society (2, 3). Frank and physics may not always agree, but he and Jayne usually do. One of our premier cheerleaders, lie kept u- pep| rd up all through out three rather discouraging football seasons. Being small and fast, he i- an excellent support in the relay portion of our track team, and lias helped us to victory more than once. ISABEL BLOUNT Fencing (2. 3. 4); Art Club (2. Secretary 3, 4 ; French Club (2, 3); Mask and Mime 2); Literary Club (4); Gym Program (2, 3, 4). Twinkling brown eyes and an infectious smile characterize our capable Issie. Give her a paint brush or anything else in that line and watch her go to work! Another one of her strong points is fencing; -lie’s one of the school's best in the sport and lie of our most friendly, personable girls. WILLIAM BOWEN French Club (2, 3. 4); Tennis (2, 3, 4); Football (2, 3); Cheer Squad (4). Red Cross Treasurer (2. 3, 4). Senior Huy (4 , Class Treasurer (2); Chorus (2, 4). A terror of the highways. Bill can't understand why he can’t get more than thirteen people in his car. Bill gained the name “Rugged by not wearing a sweater until Christmas. Judging from his handling of our money, we predict his financial -uc-cess in the future. RUSSELL BRIANT Rus i- the quiet, thinking type of lad. He always thinks a question through before he answers; when he does, the reply i- generally apt to be correct. During the year he astounded his English class with his high vocabulary rating. If you can ever manage to get into ,i conversation with him, that t . if “Al doesn't beat you ii you will find that he knows a great deal about almost everything. SHIRLEY PENISTON—Cutest—DICK BERRY Page Nineteen PAT CAVANAGH—Most Determined—BOB GEJST GERARD BROWN Intramural Basketball (3); Homeroom Treasurer (4). (Jerry came to Westfield only a year ago, hut already has made quite • I t of friends. Flying is hr favorite pa-.tunc and he i the proud holder of .1 solo pilot's license. 11 is keen liking for goring, especially Mae. i very evident. Perhaps those wings will soon he transferred from Brownie s lapel to that of this fetching blonde. HARDING BROWN Mask and Mime 3. 4); French Club (3); Junior Prom Committee; Track (3. 4). Hi's Eye (News Editor 3. Kdiior-in-Chicf 4); Slide Rule Club (4); Wrestling (4). Harding soon became j popular in Westfield for his wit and humor please everyone. This Journalist has shown ability in no less than four sports track, basketball, touch football, and wrestling. On several occasions he may also be seen at his favorite night s|K� t, The Meadowbrook. JOHN BROWN Latin Club (2); Hand (2. 3. 4); Spanish Club (2, 3); Cheer Squad (2): Senior Play Cast (4); Mask and Mime (4); Slide Rule Club (4). Call for a taxi. Yes. the apologetic cab driver of the Senior Play was John Brown, lie is also an interested band member. Much of his time is spent plugging away at chemistry and physics, and he may also be seen de vnuring hamburgers at the Excellent. BOB BRUNNER Radio Club (2). Track (2. 3). ata lyst Club (3); Civic Committee (3); Finance Committee (4); German Evening (3. 4). Slide Rule Club (4). With a flashy smile Bluebeard, the sophomore vamjier, is one of Mr. Shateriau's proteges. Moc. the b ;• who has a system of English shorthand, has a preference for how ties. This rare fellow i lightfooted, dimpl cd and brown eyed and has easy access to diamond solitaires. CAROL BYERS French Club (2. 3. 4); Art Club (2. 3. 4); Catalyst Club (3, 4); Gym Program (2. 3. 4); Mask and Mime (3, 4); Collectors Club (3, 4); Annual; Senior Play Committee. This bhmde artist thrives on poster contests and Fourth I-akc. She plans t be a second Schiaparelli, and we predict success for her. Cared is fond • f golf, bowling, and bridge. This energetic and articulate Annual standby plans to attend Syracuse University to study art. ADA BYRNES French Club (2, 3); Hockey (4); Volleyball (2); Typing Club (3); Baseball (3); Senior Play Committee (4). Ada Byrnes, who looks serious, but isn't always, is a staunch member of the Typing and French Clubs. She has an excellent business head and is tops in mathematics. As for her French, we think she could compete with a daughter of France! Besides her admirable academic accomplishments, Ada is dependable, sincere, and very friendly. Page Twenty JANET MARKS—Most Suave—ALLAN CARTTER JEANETTE CAMERON ('.iris' Sports (2, 3. 4); Mask and Mime (2. 3); French Club (2, 3); Red Cross Council (2. 3, 4); Gym Program (2); C.. A. C. (3). Although she is a skier of some note, “falsie” possesses a touch of the do-mestic. too, which can easily be proved by sampling one of her delicious cakes. She is the quiet, retiring type as evidenced in class, but such things are often deceiving. ROGER CARROLL Football (2. 3. 4): Track (2, 3); Wrestling (4); Junior Prom Committee (3); Senior Play Committee (4). Although an athlete and a student, Roger has no talent for dancing. He is the swell pal type that sticks by you no matter what happens. “Rog” has been a staunch supporter of the football team for three years and this year he has gone places in the Wrestling Club. PAT CARDILLO RUTH CARLSON French Club «2. 3. 4); Mask and Mime 2. 3, 4 : Gym Program (3, 4): Hi's Eye (3, 4); Choir 3. 4). S. A. T. Urivr (3. 4); Senior Play Committee. Smiling, black-haired “Pat” is one of the mainstays of the Hi's Eye. She is always ready with good ideas ami helpful suggestions, and tin- fact makes her ever popular. Pat has a natural gift for teaching children, and we know she will succeed in this line. ALLEN CARTTER Football (2. 3. 4); Track Manager (2. 3. 4); Latin Club (2. 3. 4); Civic Committee (2, 3); Catalyst Club (Vice-Pres. 3, Treas. 4); Junior Prom Committee (3). Big AI can often be seen with a pile of bulletins. His talents seem mainly athletic, bin there has been too much comj etition in football to give him a chance. His winter si � rt is bowling. Much of Al's time is taken up with Hi-V activities. Girls' S|M� rts (3, 4). Ruth Carlson’s forte i- tennis - and she has made the tennis team for two cars in succession. She's also interested in bowling, swimming, and dancing. Ruth is the “cool, calm, and collected” type, but sh? isn't langin' The first clue to her personality i her sincere smile. Her friendliness and her rich, pleasant v i:e contribute toward making her an interesting person to know. PAT CAVANAGH French Club (2. 3. 4 ; Latin Club 2. 3. 4); Mask and Mime (2. 3. 4); ('.iris' Sports (2. 3, 4); Finance Committee (3); Senior Play Committee ( I); Annual. The girl for whom “Chatterbox must have been written has enriched several languages with words of her own invention, but she manages to be on the Honor Roll every month. Practically a necessity on a dull day. Patty also excels in many spoils, such as swimming and tennis. Page Twenty-one SALTER CLARK French Club (2, 3. 4 ; Track (4); Football (2); Junior Prom Committee (3). Saul, although slight of build, is excellent in hockey, football, track, and bowling Ask hint the best method for breaking through the rear of the auditorium. This Junior’s hero is seen at all our school dances, ami it is rumored that he's quite a personality at a stag party. Me is a member of the White chapter of the Hi-Y. JUNE COCKLEY Collectors’ Club (2. 3, 4); Spanish Club (2. 3. 4); Hockey (3. 4); Baseball (2. 3); Typing Club (4); Annual. Those who know June casually think her serious, but actually she’s a happy, ready-to-do girl. In this young lady is a potential Olympic diving champion. tllave her tell you about it sometime!) June's constant blushing annoys her terribly, but it doesn't make her sentimental; m fact, nothing really affects her. EDWARD COLES Archaeological Society (2, 3); Spanish Club (3. 4); Track (2): Band (2. 3. 4). The main purpose in life of this swing-minded blond youth is to have a good tune. Although he can be scri-nus when the occasion arises, it's quite a difficult task. Fond of sailing, he also enjoys ping-| orig, walking, and Hansen. There was quite a mystery this year when his best friend broke Ed's nose. FRANCES DRAKE-—Most Businesslike—BOB COLLINS GEORGE COLLINS Class President (3); Football (2. 3, 4) ; Track 12. 3. 4). Baseball (2); Senior Play (4). George, a football letter man. showed his versatility by being Junior Class president and then appearing as Linda's silent beau in the Senior Play. His participation in practically all s I torts offered, marks him as an all-routld athlete. George, with his marvelous “gift of gab should find his career as a lawyer successful. ROBERT COLLINS Class Treasurer (4): Red Cross Council (2, 3, 4); Academic Committee (3); Junior Prom Committee (3); Baseball (2, 3); Basketball (3, 4); Football (4). One-cent Hob, our handsome treasurer. is what keeps the girls attentive during class meetings. Iris few moments of relaxation from hi studies usually arc sjtvut in the company of Honest Clyde ubsciving the customs uf his little feathered friends rather than those of the fairer sex. RUTH COLMER Choir (3, 4); Hi's Eye (3); Photoplay Club (3, 4). Happy-go-lucky Ruthie is very much interested in sports and is an enthusiastic skater. On almost any brisk winter day you can sve her either at Mmdowaskiii or at Echo Lake. She’s quiet but is full of fun. is always ready for a good time, and is always willing to help people. These traits make her a pleasant | erson to live with. Page Twenty-two ALFRED CONNELLEE Football 3. W4); Baseball (2. 3. V4): Athletic Council 3. 4); Intramural Basketball (3. 4). Wrestling (4). Our smiling center, the backTxmc « f the football team, i also part f the backbone of the senior class. , | not only a mathematical wizard, but also an expert in physics. He plays an excellent Romeo to Edie's Juliet, and he'- always on hand when her gray Plymouth metis a push. JUNE CONRAD German Evening i2. 3, 4); Girls’ Sports (2. 3. 4); Glee Club (2 . Band (3, t . Choir (4): G. A. C. (41. Red Ci' s Council 2, 3, 4 . Always ready to talk is June, whose particular interests are athletics, music, and Maine. June is also ready to travel, and according to her the most interesting school trips are taken by the baud via New York. Doanc College. .Nebraska, will be her future Alma Mater. ALLAN COOK Track Manager (2. 3. 4); Latin Club (2, 3); Forum (3. 4); Weather Vane (Business Manager 2, 3, 4); German Evening (2. 3. 4). Community Fair (3 . ProprrU termed professor ' by his .nliuiiing classmates. Allan has become a school celebrity. Me can dish •nit more astronomical facts and German dates than a stack of encyclopedias. When he isn't bu-y watching the stars, he divides hi' time between two im-l oitant jobs—literary and athletic. EDITH JOHANSEN—Most Versatile—EDMUND CRANCH HOWARD COURTNEY Spanish Club (2, 3). Finance Committee (4); Civic Committee (3). Howard's green fiuick is familiar tn all his friends as a convenient taxi. He has shown his ability at leadership by being elected to the presidency of the local Epworth League. He has enrolled in Lehigh University, and we see success ahead for him in mathematics. His interest ill our pretty, prize winning artist is very evident. EDMUND CRANCH Baseball (2, 3. 4): Academic Committee (2); Spanish Club (2. 3, Treasurer 4); Band (2. 3, 4); Red Cross (2. 3. 4). Because of his famous hair cut' Big Ed” or Hamrod” is also known .� ' Fuzzy.” 'Hus musical boy i a second Harry James on the trumpet and just this year revealed himself a' a vocal discovery. Although Ed seems slow, that W canu- from sjwedy work on the baseball diamond. JOHN CRAWFORD Athletic Council (31: German Evening (3. 4). John i' a kind of Scotch non-conformist. h r it is certainly hard to get him t keep his coat in a locker or do other customary things. He has a passion for bacteriology and allied subjects, but loathe- doing required school work. When he unbend- and deigns to smile, he has a surprising way with young ladle- on street corners. Page Twenty-three MARY CROCCO Girls’ Sports (2, 3); Spanish Club (3): Community Fair (3); Academic Committee (4). Just in case you've been under the misapprehension that Mary is shy, her friends can certainly inform you dif-ferently. This half-pint, who makes up for her size by mile-a-minute chatting, delights in skating, swimming, PepsiCola. and. above all, Shell gasoline! Hecnuse she conscientious and good-natured. we know that future success lie-N in ■'tore for her. RUTH DAWSON Mask and Mime (2. 3. 4); French Club (2. 3. 4 ; Creative Writing 14� Hi’s Eye 14); Weather Vane (4). ‘Ibis excellent prompter is often lie-hind the scenes. Journalistically inclined, Scotty acted as assistant editor-iu-chief f the Hi’s Eye this year. With her effervescent personality, Ruth . main worries are making people believe she has red hair and green eyes and keeping her string of beaux untangled. PEG CROSBY French Club (2. 3, 4); Red Cross (2. 3. 4); Mask and Mime (2); Latin Club (2); Academic Committee (3. 4); Junior Prom; Choir (3, 4); Senior Play. A most attractive and capable senior is Peg, who demonstrates great enthusiasm at boys’ varsity games. In handling a large share of the work in connection with various ticket sales and in actively participating in choir and athletics, she has evinced quiet and unassuming leadership. LAURA Dl FRANCESCO Gills' Sports (2, 3); Mask and Mime (2. 3. 4); Make up Committee (2. 3, 4); Gym Program (4). With a smile for everyone — and a pretty one at that— ’’Larry may be ••een each morning driving her new Graham to school. This conscientious blonde senior is contemplating very earnestly being a beautician. To help prepare herself for this work, Larry has been an active member of the make-up department in Mask and Mime. RAY CROW Cheer Squad (2, 3, 4) ; Mask and Mime (2, 3, 4); Senior Play (3. 4); Collectors’ Club (2). One of our famous and most obliging five-year men. Ray is well known as the leader of our excellent cheer squad. Versatility is one of his main traits as he is a good mechanic, actor, and poultryman. Ray will long be remembered for hilariously donning a smock, wig. and paint brush on Senior Day. FRANCES DRAKE French Club (2); Latin Club (3); Catalyst Club (4); Mask and Mime (3, 4); Gym Program (3); Choir (3. 4); Red Cross (3, 4); Senior Play Committee. Although the pillar of the ticket committee and an expert at knitting, needle point, and the latest shades. Gran isn’t so good at parking her green hornet within sight of the school. Normandie Reach and ham on rye are her delight. Gran abhors tardiness. PEG CROSBY—Most Systematic—BOB COLLINS Page Twenty-four ARNOLD ECKHART Swimming (2, 3): Baseball (2. 3. 4) Choir (2); Literary Club (4) Spanish Club (4); Senior Pla Committee (4); Intramural Bas ketball (4). Eck. as he is called by his classmates, i a nice fellow with a pleasing personality. Much of his spare time is spent changing the tires on his trusty “Chevy ; however, he does have the opportunity of taking the wheel of the Green Packard occasionally. DOROTHY ERICKSEN Academic Committee (2. 3); Typing Committee (3. 4); Weather Vane (4). This vivacious blonde can be seen every day in the typing room helping fellow students and teachers. No task is too hard for Dot to tackle, and she can always be depended upon. Motorcycling and roller skating arc only a couple of her many interests. It also seems that Dot finds much interest in many surrounding towns. BERTON EGERT Photoplay Club 14); Annual. Burt, our class photographer, is noted for his sleepiness and his southern attitude toward hurry, lie is Dick Dinzl's able asistant. who was seen during the lunar eclipse of November. 1938, providing some comic relief, lie was, believe it or not. perched on a bicycle, water pistol in hand, shouting like a wild Indian. However, he hail his more sober moments during school hours. WILLIAM EVANS Athletic Council (2. 3); Basketball (2. 3); Football (2. 3. 4), Baseball (2. 3. 4); Red Cross Council (4); Civic Committee (4). Spanish Club (4). Honored as the most valuable football player of 1939, “Big Dave is the iron man of the gridiron. His other inter-e ts are baseball and basketball, in which he excels. Easy going, he never becomes ruffled but exhibits a quiet strength much admired by his class mates. RAY ENGESSER Baseball (2. 3. 4); Football (2): Civic Committee (3). Distinguished by curly blond hair (the envy of all the boys) ami his bright blue Model A. Ray may often be found out of town evenings when he should be doing his homework. His main athletic interest seems to lie in baseball. Though Ray is very quiet in school, there is no holding him back when he gets out among friends. WILBUR FERGUSON Tennis (2); Slide Rule Club (3, 4); Corrcsjiondence Committee 4). “Fergie. as he is known to his inti, mates, seems serious around school; but when he is working out in the Y bowling alley, or at a ping-pong table, he cannot be called quiet. Not a lady-killer, he spends much time with Ins model airplanes. During study periods his concentration should be emulated by many of our less industrious classmates. FRANCES DRAKE—Most Dependable—GEOEEREY KNIGHT Page Twenty-five DOMINICK FILICIELLO Football 2, i). Basketball (2, 3). FRANCES FILSINGER Red Cross (2); German Evening (2, 3, 4); Girls’ Sports (2, 3); Gym Program (3, 4). PAUL FITZGERALD Band (2); Football (3. 4) ; Swimming 2, 3. 4); Track (3, 4); Athletic Council (2). A great sense f humor and friendliness distinguish this fine football, basketball. and baseball player. l)om, who has a good school record, often works after school for hi brothei. We arc told that lie is accompanied by all out-of-town young lady on week-ends. There is no doubt whatever that with his stamina and g« od sportsmanship, Dom will make a success in the world. Although to the passing observer Fran appears very reserved. she is known to be full of fun. She is an active participant in all sport and a veritable Sonja Hcnic on roller skates on which she practices on any free night. We understand Cranford has its attractions. We're sure nursing is the career for Fran. Fit , our perennial high school student, is one of the props of both the football and swimming teams when he'-- eligible. This handsome letter man. whose wit is acknowledged by all, has a striking future in mechanics foreseen for him. but we hope it isn't the kind that hits back. Good luck, Fitz! ALFRED FLINN A1 will always be remembered for his portrayal of Smokey Stover on Senior Day. This boy is very seldom seen without his constant companion, Russ Briant. Afternoons spent working in a local drug store have kept Al from participating m any extra-curricular activities. Dming a tan Ford is one of his favorite -.pare time indulgences. He is an agreeable occupant of Sunshine Row in 101, where he enjoys quiet comradeship. JANE FRICK Glee Club f2. 4); Mask and Mime (2, 3, 4); French Club (2); Katin Club (2); Senior Play Committee (4); Christmas Pageant (3); Civic Committee (Secretary 4). Frick, as she is known to her friends, is a jieriodic visitor at school, and on the days she attends, she enlivens our classes with her lovely blonde personality. Her active participation in tra-cunicular activities has made her circle of acquaintances a large and varied osie. MERYL GATES French Club (2. 3. 4); Art Club (2. 3. 4); Weather Vane (4); Collectors’ Club (3. 4); Girls’ Sports (2. 3. 4); Gym Program (3, 4); Senior Play Committee. ••Bunny of the graceful hands is one of our most talented artists. She is one of those matchless friends who lias a keen sense of humor and is always happy but knows when to be serious. Meryl is also an accomplished pianist and has a head for physics. JEANNE LEVER—Most bu uisitire—LLOYD JOHNSTON Page Twenty-nix WILLIAM GAVIN Hi's Eye (3. 4). Although Hill i- unusually quiet, hi extensive experience as a fisherman has given him a repertory of stories about the fish that got away. The twinkle in the eye of this blushing boy suggests that he has a good sense of humor, Gerieially reliable. Bill has a reputation foi accuracy at figures. 'Photography is a hobby, at any rate an interest, for it is the subject of bis senior i-ssav. EDITH GEBLER Dark-haired Edith, with envied blue rves. i well liked by both sexes. It i necessary to keep an officer stationed near to manage the heavy traffic in front of her door. Edith is always lull of | cp. She i' often found pushing Shirley's Studebakei when the gas tank has been drained. Her motto is, however. Hoii't do toda what you can do toiuoi row, for tomorrow i-hound to come someday. ROBERT GEIST French Club (2); Latin Club (3, 4); Mask and Mime 2. 3, 4); Literary Club (4); Annual; Academic Committee (4). President of the Mask and Mime and Latin Clubs, Bob i also an excellent student and intends to enter Dan-mouth, lie will make a good lawyer because he loves to argue, and bis humor will bnghien every court room lie enters. Ilol s main trouble i that he looks like Sleepy Hollow. FELECIE GEORGATOS French Club (2. 3. 4); Latin Club (2, 3); Forum (3, 4); Girls' Sjx rts 2, 3. 4): Gym Program (2. 3, 4). A good sport. Phil adds life t any party. This merry little lady is one of Mr. Gesner’s main assistants in the French Club because of her willingness to work and her fine French diction. Sincere and possessed of a delightful personality, she i a good companion at all times. SAMUEL GETTLE Hi's Eye (3, 4). This tall, blond, slow-speaking boy from the South i full of southern laziness and subtle humor, lie came to Westfield last year full of things lie had done in Washington and ambitions about his activities here. He has increased his interest hi baseball and boxing by watching. He works as a mechanic several days a week and shows a great interest in lAtesel engines. CAROLYN GILL Latin Club (2. 3, Corrcs. Sec. 4); French Club (2, 3); Annual (4); Civic Committee t4). An accomplished pianist and ardent musical devotee, Connie also has quite a flare for Virgil. Mr. Rogers can rest assured that whatever science she forgets, she'll always remember the effect of inhaling fresh chlorine. Her fme marks prove, however, that this isn't the only thing she knows about chemistry, for Connie is a fme student. ELEANOR JUDSON—Happiest IRVING LIFSHUTZ Page Twenty-seven VIRGINIA HARRISON—Most Sincere—GEORGE TIFFT EDWARD GLENN Track (3, 4J; Slide Rule Club (4 ; Art Club (3. 4). Everybody know Ed—or should. He i'- that boy with the black curly hair and the southern drawl, who is continually talking about the Russian sickle and mallet. When Kd came to town last year. Westfield gained an author of humorous essays and a lad of undying energy and cheerfulness, who keeps the spirits of his many friends perpetually high. ARTHUR GOODALL French Club (2). Bamcgat, whose main interest is to graduate with as little studying as possible. spends most of his leisure time at the V. M. C. A. lie is known there .is a good ping| � ng player, a shark at pool and billiards, and the fastest pin boy not employed at the Recreation Alleys. Art, who loves hunting and outdoor life, spent last summer working on a fishing boat at Hat negat. MERTON GLOVER Hand (2, 3, 4); Senior Play Committee (4). “Myrt” will be remembered by all for his long white nightshirt and red nightcap of Senior Day. He is also known as that trumpet tooting maniac of the One O'Clockers who is seen every eighth period headed for the band room with plaid shirt flapping. Aside from his musical interests, he is one f those hard-working, clever stage hands. MARY JANE GOODMAN Ring Committee (2, 3, 4); French Club (2. 3, 4); Latin Club (2, 3. 4); Mask and Mime Club (2, 3. 4); Girls' Gym Program (2, 3, 4); Senior Play; Annual. Ten to one Mary Jane made that good-looking skirt she has on. Though she also spends time knitting intricate plaid socks, she's always with the crowd when there is anything interesting to do. Mary Jane is the songbird” of '4ii, hut thinks she'll teach Latin. She's llartridge's loss hut Westfield's gain. PHYLLIS GODING Art Club (2, 3) ; French Club (2, 3); Mask and Mime Club (2, 3); Gym Program (2, 3. 4); Junior Prom Committee; Literary Club (4); Forum (4); Senior Play. Maine claims a lot of Phyllis’ attention. though she has many friends here in Westfield. Fond of sports, she participates in hockey and basketball and rides horseback well. Nevertheless, she manages to keep her marks above average. Phil is a genuine friend and pleasant acquaintance. LOUISE GORDON French Club (2, 3); Latin Club (2. 3. 4); Mask and Mime Club (2. 3. 4); Girls' Gym Program (2, 3, 4); Christmas Program (3, 4); Senior Play Committee (4). Our lovely Madonna of the Christmas pageant will probably make Westfield proud of her when she starts her designing career. Louise kept up the family tradition in high school by being one of our most popular seniors. Louise's dates are reserved for several gallant youths. Page Twenty-eight BARBARA PILLING—Romeo and Juliet—GEORGE TIFFT CAROLYN GRADY Girls' Sports (2, 3, 4). Latin Club (2); Spanish Club (4). Gym Program (2. 3. 4). Perseverance and energy are two of Carol's strong qualities in athletics. Her high ranking in all snorts i' equalled only by her even disposition and cheerfulness. She is always neat and ready to help when someone has been hurt. You may recognize her by her droll tales— but what makes her ask so many questions? WILLIAM GUTKNECHT Baseball (2); Latin Club (2. 3) . Track (3). Mask and Mime Club (2. 3. 4). Slide Rule Club (4); Wrestling Club (4). Commonly referred to by his legion of friends as Little limbic. diminutive Willie Gutknccht always has .« smile for everyone. Although this mighty atom enjoys all manly sports, he is also very active as a deliverer of plants. Bill's great ambition is to enter West Point. DOROTHY GRANNELLS HARRY GRAVES Finance Committee (2); French Club (2. 3. 4); Gym Progiam 31. Collectors Club (3); Girl Sports (3. 4). Cnrresqmndonce Committee (4). •Dot in .hi appropiiatc name for thi' tiny senior, but being 'mall docsn i keep her from participating in both sports and club'. However, 'he welcomes information on growing tall. When not excelling in academic work. Dot browses among her stamps or travels to Elizabeth. MARY JO HALL Latin Club (2); French Club (2); F � rum Club (3. 4); Mask and Mime (2. 4); German Evening tJ. 4 . Gym Program (2. 3. 4). Girls’ S|M� rt (2. 3. 4); Senior Play. ••Jo , a slim brunette who is active in senior class affairs, will always be remembered for her love scene in a certain play. This lover of good clothes wears them. She i' an excellent dancer ami an ardent follower of sports in which she excels. Baseball (3, 4). Football (4). Harry Graves, who likes praise, t- a quiet, shy fellow However, he makes up for this hi spoils. On the gridiron he is a keg of dynamite with his hard blocking and savage tackling. He also plays baseball mi our high school nine. Harry comes from a large family. His best pal is bis sister, with whom be is frequcntl ceu. Harry enjoys an exciting movie. BETTY HALSTED G. A. C. (2); Art Club (2. 3. 4). Mixed Chorus (4). An expert diver and swimmer until back injuries slopped her. Betty, the one who willingly lets anyone rule with her in her big, gray Buick, i' known for her excellent art work, especially some of those beautiful posters. Tins dark-haired girl seems to get a special kick out of riding around in a convertible with a certain someone. Pane Twenty-nine VIRGINIA HARRISON—Most Enthusiastic—JERE HANSON ANNA MAE HANN Baseball (2, 4); Glee Hub (2, 3. 4); Basketball (2); Choir (4). The Blue Room, a Ford car, and a host of friends seem to be Dig’s thief interest Aside from her partici pation in social activities, she i an able and COopeiative member of this graduating class. When seen at the 2:40-3:40 session, she is generally there because she forgot to re| orl on her way home during the day before. ROBERT HANNA Choir (2, 3, 4). Bob's good humor and cheery smile arc two of the many reasons why he i- a favorite among fellow classmates. He i a sportsman par excellence and needs no help in his studies when he is in the mood.” Bob likes to study people and associate with persons in all walks of life. For this reason he is very likely to succeed in his ambition to l� c a great psychologist. DORIS HANSEN Art Club (2. 3, 4): Collectors' Club (2. 3, 4); French Club (3): Mask and Mime Club (4); Weather Vane (4). Specializing in archery and swimming, both summer sports. Dot nevertheless was well prepared for the Coles” weather which descended upon her this year. She hopes to go to Pratt next year and continue that excellent art work in preparation for her career. Dot was president of the Collectors' Club this year. WALTER HANSGEN Football (2, 3. 4). This likeable, curly-haired fellow is well known as a speed demon. Hi--favorite pastime-- football, automobil-ing, skating, and bicycling (professional) all involve speed and plenty of it. Under his taciturn expression lies a subtle humor, the real secret of his popularity. Although Walt is fun loving, his serious advice is well worth following. All this adds up to a carefree but reliable friend. JERE HANSEN Mask and Mime (2, 3, 4); Choir (2, 3. 4); Cheer Squad (2. 3. 4); Track (2. 4): Junior Prom Committee; Academic Committee (3): Senior Play (3 4). This ever popular ladies’ man is inclined to pick his dates from the various underclassmen. But aside from girls, Jere has spent considerable time running on the track team, and after three years, was elected co-captain of the Chrei Squad. Studious—? Well, that’s another question. EUNICE HARGRAVE Hockey (2. 3, 4); Girls’ S] orts (2, 3. 4); Spanish Club (2). An energetic athletic girl, Eunice is interested in basketball ami tennis. She is quite demure and angelic in school though one of her friends says that tiny horns may be seen when she is elsewhere. Her correspondence with the opposite sex in Bordentown and New Brunswick taxes the postman’s strength. Eunice's passion for cherry-pie made her classmates' mouths water. Page Thirty VIRGINIA HARRISON -Most Ambitious- GEORGE TIFET VIRGINIA HARRISON Red Cross Council _ 3. H; Gym Pi gram (2, 3, 4); Cheer Squad (3, 4). Girls’ Sport (2. 3. 4); Junior Prom Committee; G. A. C. (4) ; Annual. Candid Ginny of the Fuzzy incline tion, cheery smile. and resonant tones i one of the best-known seniors «� n account of her conscientious effort- a the secretary of our sophomore class, her extremely active participation in sports, and her vivacity as displayed on the cheer squad. IRVING HARTVIGSEN Chorus (2, .11. Choir 4); Football (3). Wrcsilinp t4). Irv is ih.ti rupped individual with the yen for comic wrestling. lie can hold hi- own with the he-t wrestler from any high school. And what would the choir he without Irv’s brum there t hit the low notes? Everyone will remember this female impersonator lor those dimples, that twinkle in hi- eye. and those witty sayings. SUZANNE HAYNES Spanish Club (2); ftadmtnmu (2). Gym Program (3); Mask and Mime 3. 41. Nominating Commit tec (3). Su y i- the rcadhead of the class with those beautiful hand knit sweaters, a new one every week She could run Jack Penny off the air with her -nbtle humor; r. g.. her Ford she says, is better than a new convertible because it is collapsible. Su y, though silent in sociology, is crazy (?) about mathematics, esjiccially algebra. ELEANOR HAYSMAN Mask and Mime (2); Christmas Choir (3); Gym Program (3, 4); Girls Sports (2, 3, 4); Typing Club (4). Always ready with a friendly giggle, Elly is well known for her athletic ability and spends Monday and Wednesday afternoons proving her prowess. It is easy for her to laugh, but equally easy for her to be serious. Ask her sometime about that bracelet we all admire so much. BOB HECKENKAMP Weather Vane (2); Spanish Club (2); Track (2); Junior Prom Committee (3); Senior Play Committee (4); Academic Committee (4). The Beau Brummel of the Senior Class, Bob is of that famous fleckcn-kamp clan whom everyone knows and likes. A smoothy dancer with most admirable posture, this brown-eyed sheik certainly has a way with the girls, especially the underclassmen. Maybe it's those big broad shoulders and that tapered waistline. JACK HEGEMAN Wrestling (4); Track (4); Cheer Squad (3, 4); Slide Rule Club (3, 4); Cataly-t Club (4); Archaeological Society (4); Annual (4); German Evening (3, 4). Jack, an admirer of horses, takes a keen interest in chemistry, as proved by his cx| erimenting both in front of the class and at home in his lab. Hi« big brown eye- and shy grin are enough to make any girl sit up and take notice. Page Thirty-one HAROLD HEPS Known for his sleek aptiearance and his creel posture, liens gives a fine appearance while bowling at the V. M. C. A. and trying to break his record of 208. Harold might be called ambidextrous, for he can pitch a baseball or play ping-pong with either hand. “Heps really has a swell” sense of humor, but some of the adult school students didn’t appreciate it. His blase air conceals considerable intellectual equipment. LESLIE HERRICK Gym Program (2, 4) ; Modern Dancing f2); French Club (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime (3, 4). Superfluous chatter streams from the mouth of •'Les . whose infectious giggle makes everyone happy. Her Poston accent and ready wit produce the spark in any crowd. Getting lost in New York, losing her hat from taxi windows, failing to concentrate on ac count of extreme youth, and knitting in her sleep arc her unusual activities. SHIRLEY HERING Class Secretary (4); Red Cross (2, 3. I); French Club (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime (2, 4); Senior Play Cast; Cheer Squad (2, 3, 4); Annual (Co-Editor). Pert , our peppiest and most j� opuIar girl, just glows with Y. H. S. spirit. Active in every field, Shirley has made a fine class secretary, annual editor, and cheer leader. Shirley is a regular attender of every dance and can always be found captivating cadets at Farra-gut proms. ELIZABETH HILFERTY Gym Program (2. 3. 4); Latin Club (2); Glee Club (2. 3); Mixed Chorus (4). French Club (3, 4); Hockey (3. 4); Archery (3): Red Cross Council (4). Libby is a participant in all our sports and especially enjoys week-end skiing in the Pennsylvania hills. Her naturally curly hair and sparkling eyes arc envied by all. She not only receives a high standing in scholastic ability, but she is toj s” among her friends. BEATRICE HERMON German Evening (3. 4); Collectors’ Club (2, 3); Literary Club (3. 4); Civic Committee (4); Mask and Mime (2, 3, 4); Weather Vane (4); G. A. C. (3). Bea . whose chief worry is vocabulary, looks out at the world through big brown eyes and | osscsses the rare quality of being a good listener. An omnivorous reader, she also plays excellent bridge and tennis. Dependability and a sense of humor make Bea a true friend. JOHN HILFERTY Archaeological Club (4); Track (2). Though hunting and fishing absorb most of ,,Hif's” time, he is a future prospect for farming. As a member of the Archaeological Society, he is interested in Indian relics. He is a charter member of the Egypt Hill Ski Club, and is rapidly becoming a double threat to Dick Durrancc and other leading skiers. Many a sixth period luncher can thank him for transportation home. SHIRLfiY H1:RING—Most Popular—JOHN TANDY Page Thirty-two SAMUEL HOLDEN Basketball (2); Baseball (3). Quiet, but a lot of fun. Sam always has a good word tor everyone he meets. Many of his friends know him to he good-natured and very modest. His likable nature and his very warm smile have won him a host of good friends. When he is in school, he spends much if Ins time working on the Hi's Eye in Journalism. JANE HORNER Weather Vane (2, 3, 4); Collectors’ Club (2. 3. 4); Art Club (2. President 3. and 4): French Club (3) ; Mask and Mime (4); Junior Prom Committee; Literary Club (4) . Janie is a Frank” little girl whose heart belongs to the cheer squad. She has proved her executive ability by becoming president of the Art Club. Our vivacious swing fan makes all her friends green with envy because of her luxurious Christinas vacations in Florida. LESLIE VIRGINIA HOLMES French Club 2. 3. 4 . Gvm Program (2. 3. 4); Latin Club (2. 3); Girls’ Sports (2. 3, 4). Mask and Mime (3. 4). Virginia spends most of her time swimming and riding horseback. Monday afternoons she may be found in the gym practicing modern dancing. She is a busy girl, foi he is also a member of the French Club and Mask and Mime. Sweaters and bright nail |H lish arc her weaknesses. WILBURN HOUTS J. V. Football (2. 3); Track (2, 3. 4); Choir (4). Wilburn, who is a handyman in both football and track—his size is tremendous—may always be found in Ins spare time working on hi model A. Uncle” is a pleasant, easy-going fellow whom all his friends respect. After leaving school, he hopes to enter a mechanical training school, where he will put to practice his accumulated knowledge. JOHN HOPKINS Football (2. 3. 4� ; Track (J. W3) Tennis (2. 3, 4); Basketball (Manager 4); Mask and Mime (3. 4); Catalyst Club (3. Pres. I); Senior Play. Iloudiui f the high school, Jack Hopkins is adept it producing girl from Cranford. His flashy green Zephyr ami his ready greeting have always been popular with all. He lias attempted every sport m high school and has had a most successful yv.n as Basketball Manager. JEANNETTE HUDSON Latin Club (2); Spanish (’bib |3); All-State Orchestra (3, 4); All-State Band (3. 4 . There is never a dull moment when Heebie” is around. Hers is that ea . genuine humor that is really part of her ami makes others happy. 'The best obocist in the state, Beebie i- alwa s seen in the band with cither her oboe or her clarinet, Squeaky I Along academic lines, history easily ranks first. HERRICK—Most Talkative—JERE HANSON Page Thirty-three EDITH JOHANSEN—Most Likely to Succeed—GEORGE TIFFT CLARK E. HULINGS Football (2); Tennis (2, 3); French Club 2. 3, I); Chairman of Art Committee (4); Mask and Mime (4); Literary Club (4); Forum (4); Track (4). Clark i liked by all Ins friends, even those who accompanied him on his first trip as a licensed driver. He is a highly talented artist who paints unusual portraits. This amusing boy is an able conversationalist as well and also plays the piano. MERLE HUMPHREY Latin Club (2); Mask and Mime (2. 3. 4); Forum Club (3. 4); Gym Program (2. 3. 4); Fall Production (2, 3); Senior Play Cast. Humpy, whose major interests are the theatre, talking, and Harry, in a |� os-scssor of a most enviable ability to dress well. Her numerous activities, such as girls' s|� rts. Forum, and Mask and Mime, have given the whole school a chance to know and appreciate her sparkling personality. MAE HUTCHINSON Mask and Mime (2. 3. 4); French Club (2); Finance Committee (2); Spanish Club (3, 4); Hand (4); Library Council (4). Attractive Mae is a real sport and is liked by everyone. She has a lively personality that is pleasing to her many classmates. Her dogs constitute one of her favorite hobbies. The members of the band have appreciated her playing of the bells, but they wish she had joined two years ago. AUDREY JACOBS Red Cross Council (2, 3, 4); Mask an l Mime (2, 3, 4). Latin Club (2) Girls' Glee Club f2) Gym Program (2. 3. 4). Junior Prom Committee (3). Our sophisticated class dancer certainly has what it takes—looks, personality. and that certain something that we all enjoy. Perhaps it's those bine eyes and a friendly smile. Audrey, a snappy little dresser, proves the well-known proverb that all good things usually come in small packages. EDITH JOHANSEN Weather Vane (2. 3. 4); French Club 2, 3); Catalyst Club (3, 4); Choir 13. 4). Red Cross (2, 3, 4); Girls' Sports (2. 3. 4); Forum (3, 4); Senior Play; Annual. Hello, Jo, what do you know? She knows everything about everything. Her ability to speak well and listen even belter makes bet appreciated by Al and sundry. Girls sports, the Weather Vane, the Forum, and other activities would lie lost without ''Jo’s ' noteworthy capabilities. LLOYD JOHNSTON Mask and Mime 3. 4); German Evening (2. 3, 4); Hand (2, 3); Forum 2, 3, 4) ; Annual (Assistant Editor). Will the speaker please speak louder? Who but Lloyd could be asking that and other questions from under the balcony? An indispensable fixture at Forum assemblies, be overcomes bis shortness of stature by bis leadership and executive ability. At Annual staff meetings Lloyd ranks as a junior edition of Winchell. Page Thirty-four HELEN MEAD—Moj Brilli.wt—GEOFFREY KNIGHT ELEANOR JUDSON GLORIA KARR ROY KLEKAMP Spanish Club (2, 3. 4): Mask ami Mime (2, 3, 4), Gym Program (2, 3); Hockey (3); F inance Commit-ttee (4); Senior Play (4). Although Dud” is thought to be a quiet little mouse,” her closest friends know her for that hearty laugh which explodes at intervals. Her sincerity and willtngnes to help have placed her among the best-liked students. What her plans arc, we don't know, but good luck always, Dud! Photoplay Club 12, 3); Spanish Club 13, Secretary 4). (iloria possesses a rare sense of humor, while her voice gives an unusually hil arious turn to some phrase, her face remains quite serene. Fond of giving nicknames, she certainly chooses appropriate ones. She is a great football fan and has followed the fortunes of the team constantly for the past I In cc years; this year we've begun to wonder why. Hand (2, 3. 4); Orchestra t3. 4); Glee Club (2); I'orutn 3� ; Catalyst Club (3). All state Hand (3, 4). A blue serg« suit, a camera, and a slide rule serve to identify bundled up Roy. the best drummer in our band and also a very fine pianist. His favorite utterance. That ain’t no lie,” Comes in handy when he is boasting about Ins cai and his drum, both superfine. HARRY KLINGER Latin Club (2); Football (2); Track (4); Literary Club (4). Happy Harry, who i usually found beneath a flashy hat and wearing an optimistic '•mile, is our chief exponent of the accordion and made a tremendous hit playing tunes on Senior Day. When he isn’t working in h� s Dad’s market. Harry may be seen over at the track field or driving around in that new green Ford, an Xmas present. GEORGE KNAUER George is a tall, quiet chap, ami a few know of the humorous side of his nature. His favorite pastimes arc working in tlic manual training shop and bee-keeping. George is easy to get along with, and he is a very dependable fellow. Although unable to participate in extra-curricular activities, George is fond of practically all sj orts and school gomgs-on. Good luck. George! We hope you get what you're after. GEOFFREY KNIGHT German Evening (2, 3. 4); French Club (3. 4); Weather Vane (4); Annual (Co-Editor); Forum (3. 4); Slide Rule Club 14). Though Goof’s time is nearly filled with school activities and hobbies, he i' sought after as a friend because of his versatility, even temper, and sportsmanship. Geof meets no one he doesn't like; this tolerance, together with his perseverance and fine personality, should carry him far. Page Thirty-five SHIRLEY PENISTON—Class Sunshine—IRVING LIFSHUTZ LOTTIE KOZAK Academic Committee (2). Typing Club (3. I). Lottie, who is interested in pets, gardening. and movies, has a great many other hobbies too. Much of this friendly, smiling girl's leisure time is spent in the typing room. I5ecau.se she has a soft, pleasant voice, people like to listen to her. Although Lottie is conscientious and loyal, she possesses that -park of mischief that never causes anyone discomfort. JEANNE LEVER Girls' Sjiorts (2, 3, 4); French Club 2, 3. 4); Catalyst Club (3); Mask and Mime (4); Senior Play; Academic Committee (4). Although a clever” bluffer, Jeanne really has the brains if she feels like using them. This athletic blonde is fond of polo games, tennis, swimming, and fencing. Anytime an organization wants something done, Jeanne's always ready to pitch in and help with the job. CLAYTON KYNES Swimming Squad (2, 3); Tennis Team (2. 3, 4); Football (3). Clayton is not only popular with his classmates, but also with younger boys, for he has taken an active part in the Hoy Scouts. Aside from this, he has found time during the past several years to bowl, play ping-pong, and go out for the swimming and tennis teams. After graduation he plans to enter the insurance busines. IRVING LIFSHUTZ Choir (3. 4); Track (3. V4); Senior Play Cast; German Evening (3, 4); Football (3. V4). Although he has been in Westfield only two years, I.ippy is known by everyone and has well earned the title of class sunshine. He enjoys telling of his prowess on the gridiron or of his intention of breaking shot put records. Lippy has proved himself a talented actor by hi? portrayal of Gabriel in the senior play. GLENN LENGNICK Football (2); Track (2. 3� ; Mask and Mime (2, 3. 4); German Evening (2. 3. 4); Slide Rule Club (3); French Club (3. 4); Senior Play; Basketball (3. 4). ”1 must say” that Glenn's skill as an actor in Mask and Mime productions will always be remembered bv his classmates. This tall blond senior who specializes in track and hi corny puns (much to his friends’ dismay) plans to attend Virginia Military Institute. PHYLLIS LIVINGSTON French Club (2); Gym Program (3); Spanish Club (3); Correspondence Committee (.4). This dainty little creature makes us think of Dresden china; bul she can be tough, as those who saw her performance as court jester in Elizabeth and Essex” on Senior Day will know. It really seems as if a girl who has everything” should cultivate a less pes-simistic outlook than this fastidious young lady docs. Page Thirty-six EMILIA LUPTAK—Most Talmud—ED CRANCH HOWARD LOUNSBERY Football (2. 3); Track (2); Wrestling (4); Baseball (4). A l� � ver of the outdoors, “Muck, as he is known to his friends. i a member of the rhythm section of the school band, having done his share to make the drummers noticed. This blond boy, who is a member of the famous Wrestling Club, shows up a lot of our fellows with his good grooming and neat appearance. HELENE LYNCH (lire Club (2); Finance Committee (4). Helene’s contagious laugh may be heard throughout the halls often during the day, although she is rather reticent. especially on the subject of Rutgers. She likes music and is a good dancer. This fumeuse par excellence has many good qualities, not the least of which—according to her friends— i a sincerity almost unequaled among her classmates. EMILIA LUPTAK RUTH LUSHEAR Weather Vane (2. 3, Editor 4); Mask Girls Sports (3). Typing Club (3); and Mime (3. 4); French Club (3. Senior Play Committee (4). President 4); Senior Play Cast; Annual; Chairman S. A. T. Drive (4). •’Genius, in truth, means little more than the faculty perceiving in an uuhabitual way. William James’ definition certainly applies to “Etny — actress, artist, poet—whose talents we admire. Dependability, leadership, com-pantonableness, and tolerance characterize a future Edna St. Vincent Millay. ELIZABETH MocCORMACK French Club (2); Orchestra (2. 3)'. Band (2, 3. 4); Gym Program (3, 4); Latin Club (3). Here is a girl who is intelligent, ambitious. and kind, and |m s-«csscs all those other fine qualities one would be glad to have. Betty, who i- very musical, has been Westfield High School's best girl trumpeter for two years. Although she is rather quiet, -he startles us at times with that unique, infectious laugh of hers. To see Ruthie as her natural self, we must take a visit to the Roller Skating Rink as she is an expert ska ter. She is also an active participant in s]Htrts. Dependable and efficient in office work, Ruth, we arc sure, will make someone a capable secretary. She is somewhat fickle and seems to prefer swains from nearby towns. MAY MacMILLAN Girls' Chorus (4); Library Council (3. 4); Typing Club (3. 4). Tiny Scotty is always ready to help whenever -lie is called upon. Every Sunday. Tuesday, and Friday -he may be -een flashing around the floor of the Roselle Skating Rink. This is just yiie of her many amusements. Her pet aversion i- doing her homework. If you want information about the best song bits, just ask May; lic knows them all. Page Thirty-seven JEAN MAXWELL—Class Dreamer—BILL SCHAFER JOSEPH MANNINO THOMAS MANNINO Football (2, 3, -1); Track (3). Band (3, 4). Joe. the other half of those athletic Mauninos, is a member of ..ur band. Like Mannino. like Mannino seems to be | ertinent in this case although Joe participated in intramural basketball instead of baseball. If you don’t believe Joe has loads of ability and personality, just ask Mr. Dc Haas and Joe’s many friends. Football (2. 3. 4). Track (2. 3); Baseball (2. 3. 4); Band (2. 3. 4); Wrestling Club (4). Captain of our mighty team of gridiron heroes, Tom has won many friends through Ins personality. A participant hi football, baseball, track, and the newly-formed Wrestling Club, where he is Coach Adam’s right-hand man, he is a very busy senior. However. in addition to this, Tom swings a mighty slip-horn in our band SHIRLEY E. MARDEN G. A. C. (2, 3, 4): Girls Sports (2, 3, 4); Art Club (Treasurer 3, 4); Weather Vane (3. 4); Gym Program (2, 3. 4). Athletics, art, humor, and Bills” are the combined interests of this sandy-haired, all-round girl of the Senior Class. Her tan Studebaker runs on one gallon f ga . is literally held together with shoelaces, and only she can handle it. Shirl's chief enthusiasms are two. art and tin Adirondack's (not the scenery). JOHN MARK Swimming Manager (3, W4). Johnny, known for his Bohling, is usually seen driving around after school in his Olds, picking up boys and- His pleasing personality and friendliness are just two of his fine attributes, Johnny won the admiration of the class, for having been troubled by physical ailments for many years, he overcame them and has become fjuite an active member of mir class of 1940. JANET MARKS Mask and Mime (2, 3, 4); Gym Program (2); Girls' Sports (2. 3). ''Isn’t it a pity that she’s such a scatterbrain?” but. just as in the song, when Janet talks, it's the charming chatter of a charming girl. Perhaps you’ve seen her face in advertisements, fur she models in New York. Besides her loveliness, Janet has an aptitude for designing and intends to go to the Iraphagen School of Design to study. DOROTHY MARSH Modern Dancing (2). Dot's grand sense of humor and willingness to help have made her the favorite of all her friends. Dorothy, who is an especially enthusiastic dancer. also takes her school work more seriously than most in her class and is usually rewarded with good marks. Her mood, usually cheery, can be determined by the way she swings that little green Chevy of hers around the corner. Page Thirty-eight HELEN MEAD—Most Studious—GEOFFREY KNIGHT MAUD M. MASSINGHAM Gym Program 2. 3. 41: Nominating Commutes (4); Latin Club t2, 3. 4); Collectors Club 14� . French Club (2). Literary Club 14). JEAN MAXWELL Latin Club (2) : Mask and Mime 3. 4); French Club 3): Literary Club (President 3, 4 ; Academic Committee (3); Glee Club (4); Gym Program (2). SEBASTIAN MAZZA Hand (2. 3. 4); Intramural Baseball (3. 4); Track t2. 3. 4); Football (J, 3 . Intramural Basketball (3. 4). Maud i the type of person who would give you the shirt off her back and then go out to borrow someone else’s just t0 be sure you wouldn't be cold. She has shown ns that he is a line student, scientist, and pianist, and just plain good fun. We predict a most lucrative future in music for |� ctite Gertrude Jean of the lovely face and figure, who charms all who know her with her lovely southern personality. Although she still mourns for Texas, -he seems to have found some consolation here. If you over want to -ee a boy blush, just tell Sebastian that you admire his beautiful, black curly hair. One of Sib's favorite pastimes is playing hi-trombone, a- i- seen when the hand performs. Because of hi- good nature, he is the one on whom our jiujitsuers pick. STEPHEN B. McELROY Collectors' Club (2, 3, 4); Acbaeologi-cal Club (2. 3); Catalyst Club (4); Slide Rule Club 4); Senior Play: Civic Committee (4). This towering giant, who cuts a trim figure in a girl’s gym suit, is badly in need of fencing training as we saw on Senior Day. Steve is an ardent admirer of Mr. W. K. Johnson’s mystifying tricks in chemistry. An enthusiastic collector, he knows all there is to know about stamps. daniel McLaughlin Academic Committee (3); Track (3. 4); Football (3). Dan. a recent and outstanding addition to our student body, has personality plus. He is lots of fun at all tunes and he is a hard worker in school as well as in the A and P Self-service supermarket, where he is employed after school hours. Dan plans to go back home to Ohio next year to study engineering. HELEN MEAD French Club 2. 3, 4); Girls' Sports (2); Gym Program (3); Weather Vane (3, 4). First honor student and All-State Chorus member. Helen is known by her friends to be ambitious, studious, and generous. Her mellifluous voice is a pleasure in classroom and choir and will be an aid when she embarks on her career a- a teacher of French and warbles “La Merc Michel et Sou Chat and Dorinez-votis. Page Thirty-nine ROBERT MEISS Football (3. 4): Baseball (3); Golf (4). Mouse, as lie is called by his associates, in the owner of one of the Red Devils. which are seen about town ( Model A Fords to the uninitiated), This tall, dark, and handsome Kent has a pile of records which any jitterbug would he proud to own. It i' said that he enjoys cruising around the near by towns. RICHARD MURRAY Junior Prom Committee; Track (3, 4 , Athletic Council (3). Since the class of 40 was formed. Noble Red has been one of the foremost leaders, lie is that most unusual combination, a man's man as well as a lady's man. Dick's tall, well-built frame is equally at home on the gridiron or the dance floor, ami his forceful. interesting conversation i' appreciated by all. WILLIAM MILES Football (3). Bill i a fine fellow to know since he is so amiable and always ready to help when called upon. Although this friendly boy likes all sports, his favorite is football, lie showed this by playing for the Wild Cats , that team who have their workouts on Sunday mornings. Another of Bill’s interests is horses, so he s| nds a great deal of time riding. ROBERT NEIN Football (2. 3, 4); Track (4); German Evening 3, 4); Academic Committee (4). Wimpy, the backfield star of Mr. Adams' B squad, in also an indefatigable ice-skater, as sonic of his friends will readily agree. Bob is usually seen sporting one of those flashy shirts with socks to match, and if you want to -.cc him blush, just ask him whom he walks to school with every morning. ETHEL MORTON Typing Club (2); Girls' Sports (2. 3, 4). This small, cute daughter of one of our town protectors is very popular, not only in Westfield but also in adjoining towns. F.thel is one of the many in Westfield who pray for deep snow and cold weather in winter so they may take up their favorite sports of skiing and skating. Her ability and personality will make her an able secretary. MARJORIE ONEAL Class Secretary (3); Cheer Squad (2. 3. 4); French Club (2, 3); Mask and Mime (2. 4); G. A. C. (2. 3); Red Cross Council (2. 3, 4); Se nior Play Cast. The envy of the school with her sailboat, canoe, and convertible Plymouth. Margie , apparently innocent but really full of IT, is always ready, willing, and able to help anyone. W. II. S. has benefitted by this smiling girl's leadership hi cheering, class interests, and athletics. Page Forty MARJORIE ONEAL—Nicest Smile—AL CONNELLEE ROBERT PARTENHEIMER Collectors' Club (2. 3. 4); Swimming Team (3): Annual (4). An insatiable bike-rider, Hob has pedalled extensively over the West. Me also plays the clarinet and focuses a mean camera when you least expect it. During the winter Hob demonstrates another skill by passing nearly everyone on the snow-covered lulls on a pair of glistening skis. Outwardly Hob i-rather quiet, but he has a grand sense of humor. CAROL PAYNE Hi’s Eye (2. 3. 4); Latin Club (2): French Club (2. 3, 4) ; Mask and Mime Club (2, Play 3, 4); Senior Play; Finance Committee (4); Junior Prom. Temperamental Lulu” of the Hi’s Eye staff is one of our best-known, ablest journalists. Her fine sense of humor and her sense of responsibility make her a welcomed participant in all activities. She always manages to have a good time and to enliven any gath ering. JAMES PATTERSON Football |3, 4); lutramuial Basketball (3). Baseball (3); Track (4). This quiet fellow with the friendly smile devotes most of hi- tune t � athletics. Having worked himself up for two years. Jim was the surprise find of the football team tins year—proving he ha what it takes. Besides playing football, baseball, and basketball, he also tuinet! out t Ik- ail exceptional track man. ROBERT PEDEN Baseball (2); Track (2); Football (2, 3): Wrestling Club (4). Muscle man” Peden learned some new holds this year. A charter member of the Wrestling Club. Hob soon became one of W. 11. S.'s top-notch wrestlers and will prove a loss to the team in competition next year. As farming interests I5..b, he will probably be able to use In- strength in his characteristic “slinging the bull.” DOROTHY PAULIN Latin Club (2); Gym Program (2, 4). Hockey (2, 3); Baseball (2); Gills' Athletic Council (3); Aerial Tennis (3); Spanish Club (4); Basketball (4). N’ever a dull moment” i Dot’s theme song and don’t we all agree? The hardiest giggler and one of the peppiest girls HI the class. Dot excels in athletic-. This important member of the Spanish Club enjoys playing the piano and listening to Jane Ace. WILLIAM PEDEN Swimming i_ 3. 4). Track (3. 4); Slide Rule Club (4). This half of our famous pair of twins may I - seen driving a gray Buick at an astonishingly moderate sj ced. We think more than a few of the class «� f 40 could take a lesson in driving front this brown-eyed swimmer with the shy -mile. Judging from Senior Day. Willie could qualify as an experienced waiter at once. Page Forty-one BETTY THOMAS—Politest—BOB COLLINS SHIRLEY PENISTON Mask and Mime (2, 3, 4); Glc; Club (2): Catalyst Club (4); Senior JMay (4); French Club (2, 3, Secretary I); Red Cross (2, 3. 4); Gym Program (3, 4); Annual. When well-dressed, curly-headed “Penny steps into a room, all arc duly impressed, as well they might be. for Shirley is known not only for her gay personality but also for her brainpower and originality. Xeedless t«� say. she is ne of out favorite seniors. THOMAS PHILLIPS Hi’s Eye (3). Tom is a capable reporter with a nose for news. He excels in his academic subjects, hut he has a j� et hate—typing. Tom has no use for girls, but he is always ready to help his masculine friends. Out of school he is a skating enthusiast. Much of his spare time is spent at the nearby movie houses and at the town library. MARJORIE PIERSON French Club (2): Typing (3); Senior Typing Committee (4). “Margie is a quiet miss of W. H. S. who could not be anything but well-liked by all who know her. She is noted for her neatness, her even, friendly dis|M sition. and stylish clothes. Her favorite theme song is Oh Johnny Oh , and as a result many a designing male Irft in the blue vainly awaiting a smile from Margie. OLGA PIESCO Spanish Club (2, 3); Girls’ Athletic Council 2 ; Gym Program (2. 3); Student Activities Committee (3); Latin Club (4); Girls’ S|K. rts (2, 3). Bobbie , as she is called by her friends, is one of those favored few who are blessed with naturally wavy hair. She i an attractive girl who takes everything seriously. In spite of being good-looking and popular, Bobbie has also proved to he a good student. BARBARA PILLING French Club 2 3); Glee Club (2): Latin Club (2); Catalyst Club (3, .Secretary 4); Senior Play. Our “Juliet is hardly ever without Romeo,’’ even though balconies are missing. Barb has a flair for both chemistry and physics. Although she says little. Barb is always good company and graces any crowd with her beauty. Incidentally, she is the cream of the crop.” ROBERT POLHEMUS Football 2, 3, 4); Swimming (2, 3. V4) Track (2. 3, 4); Athletic Council (3); Senior Play. Polly, well-known for his everpresent wit and contagious giggle, was, during his four-year stay in Y. H. S.. a siar performer on the swimming team and one of our better known artists. Bob will always be remembered by his classmates for his trumpeting, his rosy cheeks, and his Senior Day characterization of Mr. Philhower. Page Forty-two SHIRLEY PENISTON—Best Dressed—JOHN TANDY MARYLEE POLLOCK French Club (2); Art Club (2. 3. 4); Gym Program 2, 3); Spanish Club (3, 4). Weather Vane t I. 4 I; Literary Club (4). Sparkling M.try lee has proved her versatility by winning everything from poster ami snap-shot contests to spelling bees. Outstanding!) gifted in art and design, this charming brunette i planning to make art her career, She holds many of the key positions in our activities and is admired by all. FREDRIKA PRATT French Club (2, 3. 4); Red Cross (2, 3. 4); Senior Play; Mask and Mime 2. ■' I; Student Activities lHivc u 3, 4); Finance Committee (4). Rebind the wheel of that sharp red convertible is found our Freddy. a smooth dresser with a radiant smile. Considering her high scholastic standing, by which Vassar will benefit, her athletic ability, and her natural manner. we do not wonder that this All American Girl attracts both sexes. LOUELLA PRECKWINKLE German Kvening (2. 3. 4); French Club (2). Nominating Committee 3); Glee Club (3); Junior Prom Committee; Catalyst Club (4). Precky, our slim and neat horsewoman, i' one of the quieter members of our class. She is fond of a certain Wes , delights in good clothes, and i- alwa s immaculately clad. Outside of school she can often In seen tearing around town in her big black President EMILY PRESTON Emily is a living exponent of the old adage, Start the day with a smile. If your |K?t baking recipe has never turned out as it should, Emily is the girl to see. Emily's greatest aversion is. strangely enough, the subway. A conscientious student, Emily has been an asset to this graduating class, and we're certain she'll go far if she continues being her own competent, cheerful self. JAMES PREVITI Football 2, 3). Track (2. 3); Hi's Eye (3, 4). Jame . is called Monk by those who know him well. He is a prominent member of the Arrow Athletic Club and rumor says that he's quite a jitterbug. You will usually see Monk in the halls with a stack of pajier-filled books under his arms and a stub of pencil in his mouth. Incidentally, he's quite a baseball enthusiast. RICHARD PRINGLE Mask and Mime (3. 4); Forum (2. 3, 4); Golf (2. 3. 4); Football (2); basketball (3); Spanish Club (4) ; Literary Club (4). Want to find Dick? Proceed to the nearest golf course, follow the path of divots, and look for flying sand. You'll surely discover him there wildly swinging a club. I his lung, lean, and languid fellow is active in most political quarrels and it’s impossible to bring Inin over to his opponent's side. FREDRIKA PRATT—Most Attractive DICK MURRAY Page Forty-three ETHEL PRITCHARD—Most Dignified-DICK MURRAY ETHEL MAE PRITCHARD ROSETTA PURVIS Mask and Mime (2, Council 3. Secretary 4); Weather Vane (4); Gym Program (3); Creative Writers' Club (2. 3. 4). Keen-witted, refined, accomplished in dramatics, Mohair is outstanding in every task she undertakes. Her moving voice is colored by a slight Oxford accent, and literary achievements have made her a welcome sight hi the English department. Although Ethel has other plans as well, we'll not he surprised to see her name in lights. Band (2, 3. 4); Orchestra (2. 3. 4); French Club (2, 3); Latin (Tub (2); Creative Writers' Club (2. 3. 4); Gym Program (2, 3, 4). Writing poetry, playing the flute and piano, reading the latest Scholastic, and spending every available evening with Uoniiy are Det's main diversions. She intends to go down to Meredith College in the South next year to study bacteriology. Detta is a prominent member of both the band and the orchestra. KAY REED French Club (2. 3); Mask and Mime (2, 3, 4); Academic Committee (3. 4); Girls' Sjx rts (2. 3. 4); Girls’ Athletic Council (4); Senior Play. Kay. one of those peppy, green-eyed blondes, possesses sjieed in hockey and agility in fencing that make her an outstanding athlete. Besides participating in s|K rts she enjoys watching them, especially baseball. Kay who has aptitude for sarcasm, practices on Ray Crow in English class. STANLEY REESE Band (2, 3, I;) Orchestra (2, 3); Community Fair. Often accompanied by a certain pretty young lady, Stan may usually be seen in his sharp grey Plymouth or in the band room. Known for his good looks and smooth clothes, he is, incidentally, one of the mainstays of the clarinet section of our band and orchestra .Under his quiet exterior Stan has a great love of fun and excitement. EDWARD 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. LEONARD REICHHARD Forum (4); Mask and Mime (3); (3) ; Wrestling (4). Beneath a quiet and unassuming exterior Leonard hides an interesting personality. Helpfulness and friendliness have won him a host of friends. Qualities of leadership revealed themselves this year when he became president of the Forum and showed himself a dignified and competent executive. Leonard does not like to write, but he is quite articulate when he takes the platform. Page Forty-four JEAN RICHARDS—Friendliest—IRVING LIFSHUTZ JEAN RICHARDS German Evening (2. 3. 4); Mask and Mime (2); Girls' Sports (2, 3. I); Choir 12, 3. 4); Senior Play Chairman; Gym Program (2, 3, I); Catalyst Club (4). Jean in our idea of a perfect girl. Her enthusiasm, her friendly smile, and her cheery Hello! have endeared her t all. She has engaged in innumerable activities and has helped create the friendly spirit in the German 111 class. Incidentally, Jeanic is Peddte cute. CAROL ROBINSON Girls' Sports (2. 3, 4); Latin Club (2); French Club (2, 3). If you have ever watched a hockey or basketball practice, you've undoubtedly seen Carol, for she is an ardent and valuable member of both teams and her good sportsmanship is admired by all. Carol i- also known for her clever pen and ink drawings, particularly of Pinocchio. Jt seems that she also finds time to watch her classmates in chapel. KATHERINE RICHTER MILDRED RINES Latin Club (2); Mask and Mime (2. 3. 4); Gym Program (2); French Club (3, 4); Junior Prom (3); Senior l’lav (4). Here's a young lady who is seen so often with a certain young man that the song entitled Billy ha' become popular again; but we Bocttger” there arc other bites on her line. Kitr i- tie of the happy-go-lucky type, who knows all and definitely gets around. A toast to Kitty! EUGENE ROHRBAUGH Football 2). Orchestra (2); German Evening (2. 3); Band (2, 3); Hi’s Eye (3). Gene probably thought girls would fall more quickly for a uniform than a fellow with an armful of books. After delivering for Western Union, he had a short stay at the Quality, from which lit has gone into the Army. Here today and gone tomorrow seems to be the policy of tins big happy boy. Ma k ami Mime (2. 3. 4 ; G. A. C. (3) . Hi's Eye 3. 4). Gym Pi giant (2. 4); Chorus (4); Student Activity Olive 3, Captain 4); Finance Committee (2, 3). Milly is a jitterbug who i constantly ii the lookout f i a good lime and always manages «• find it She i definitely not the quiet type. Milly alway-. has a clever answer t any question She is an active member of the Sub Debs.” CATHERINE ROTHERY French Club t2, 3, 4); Band (2. 3. 4); Orchestra ti, 3); Gym Program (3); Music Festival (2, I); Christmas Program (3). Catherine and her indispensable flute. Archie, are often seen either going to or leaving the hand room. Outside of school, this veritable three-letter man of music also plays the piccolo and the piano. We predict success for this sincere, enthusiastic, and gay-young woman in her chosen field of music. Page Forty-fire MARJORIE ONEAL—Sweetest—DICK BERRY ANGELA SALAMONE Gym Program (3); Spanish Club (4); Girl Sportt (2. 3, 4). Beautiful black liair, a fine sense of humor, and a friendly personality make ‘'Angie the popular girl she is. Her main interest i- athletics and she has participated in almost every sport. She also represented YVest ieM in the North Jersey Hockey tournament. Although Angie is ap| arently carefree, she can always take on more responsibility and do a job well. ELEANOR SANGER Gy in Program (3); French Club (2, 3) Mask and Mime (4). Elly is known for her exceedingly clever p.-n and ink sketches and her other artistic accomplishments. Her favorite artist i Jon Whitcomb. A good sjK� rt and a true friend, she is genial and has an exceptional sense of humor. Next t« her art and scholastic ability, her lovely blond hair is her greatest a set. it attracts admiring attention wherever she goes. ROBERT SARGENT Swimming 'leant (YV2, V3, Y4); Track (2); Slide Rule Club (3. 4); Finance Committee (3): Forum (4); Mask and Mime (4); Art Club (4). Rob, the smiling prop of the swimming team, wows the sophomore class with his ready smile and charm. A loyal Roy Scout he is often seen leaving laden with equipment for an enjoyable week-end in the mountains. We hope his diving ability brings him fame. VIVIAN SARIDAKI Literary Club (4); Mask and Mime (4); French Club (4). When W. II. S. opened its doors last fall, it spread the welcome mat for Vivian. She came to us from Rio de Janeiro becau.se 'he wanted to graduate from a United States high school and found a ready-made place as our orchestra pianist. If you hear French, Spanish and Portuguese inuring forth from one of our students, you II know it’s i� ur voluble Vivian. WILLIAM SCHAFER Football (2); Track (2. 3, 4); Base-hall (2); Catalyst Club (4). A fine fellow, Rill has been a member of the football, baseball, and track-teams. Hi' flying feet have cheered Mr. Goodrich's heart many times. Athletics, however, is not his only occupation, for he i a good student. Though he is a self-styled bachelor, they say, girls, he can he broken down. His dynamic wit should pay dividends in the future. ROBERT SCHWARZ Senior Play (3, 4); Mask and Mime (2, Council 3, 4); German Eve niug (2. 3. 4); Catalyst Club (3, 4); Slide Rule Club 3, President 4). Co-member of the firm of Hall and Schwarz, Robert is a stage manager de luxe. In his official capacity he has pull with the teachers which nets him many profitably free hours. Since February he has been one of the West-field cowboys riding 12( cylinders. Page Forty-six SHIRLEY HERING- Best Louie, CLYDE SHROPSHIRE CLARK SHOTWELL Hand (2); Spanish Club (2. 3), Swimming (2); Baseball (2, 3. 4); Football (2. 3); Senior Play Committee (4). In spite of his size Click’ manages to get around. On the lookout for a course in automotive engineering, Clark has hopes of being a mechanic. Gaming experience working in a gas station and tinkering on Ins old car. Clark seems to he headed in the right direction for future success. CLYDE SHROPSHIRE Class President (.4); German Evening 2. 3. 4). Football (2. 3). Tennis tW2, V3 4 ; I.atm Club (2. 3. 4); Junior Prom, Community Fair (3); Senior Play Cast. The discovery of the year as an actor, this experienced tennis player and well-known skier won this year’s election for Class President by receiving the title of “Honest Clyde. The confirmed bachelor of P 40 i- jiopular with everyone because of his subtle humor. BERT SILBERG Football (2, 3. V4� ; Basketball (2. 3): Track (3. � ). Hi’s Eye (3. SjH.rts Editor 4). Wrestling Team Captain 4� . Athletic Committee (4); Senior Play. Although Bert writes “The Bench Warmer tor the Hi's Eye. he doesn't warm the bench himself but participates actively hi practically every 'port. He is in ardent Glenn Miller enthusiast, we arc told. Bert enjoys a reputation as a mimic since he impersonated Mr. Freeman. RUTH SILLS Mask and Mime (2. Secretary 3. 4i. Spani'h Club (2. 3, 4 ; Cheer Squad (3. 4); Glee Club (2. 3. 4); Girls’ Sports (2, 3, 4). Ruth, the possessor of those appealing eyes. is the half-pint with the full-sized personality. Small as she i-, she's a big help to class athletic teams and one of our most dependable cheer leaders. Although she likes school, we rarely see her more than four or five days in a row. MARY ELLEN SKELLY French Club (2); Spanish Club (3. Vice-President 41; Mask and Mime (3. 4), Hi’s-Eye (3. Managing Editor 4); Weather Vane (4); Senior Play; Annual. Long dark lashes under naturally wavy hair distinguish Mary Ellen, the jiopular journalist who spends half her life worrying about her Spanish homework. A prominent member of the Hi’s-Eye staff. Mary Ellen has cajiably jierformcd the duties of managing editor. She also cotnjiosed Annual copy. LUCILLE SMITH Latin Club (2. 4); French Club t2); Spanish Club (3. 4); Mask and Mime (3. Cast 4); Archery (3); Literary Club (3. 4); Weather Vane 4i Senior Play; Annual. Lucille, who came to u- from Canada three years ago, has certainly made a place in W. II. S. through her varied activities. She demonstrated her acting abilits in The Lilies of the Field as Lady Susan Roche and hopes to continue hci work in dramatics at Elmira. Page Forty-seven KATHRYN SMITH Latin Club (3, 4); Gym Program (3. 4); Girls' Snorts (3, 4). Kitty came to W. H. S. from Washington, D. C.. in her junior year and brought with her dozens of shag steps and Charlestons with which she has awed us ever since. Crazy about gym. this peppy five-footer excels in sports and dancing, because curly-haired Kitty has the ability to translate Virgil at sight and keep saddle shoes clean, her classmates envy her. JANE SORTORE Senior Play; Girls' Sports (2. 3, 4); Mask and Mime (4); Literary Club (3, 4); Latin Club (2); French Club (2, 3); Catalyst Club (4); Gym Program (2. 3, 4). Jane is certainly a “joiner,” for we haven't room to print the many activities to which she devotes leisure. A former Metuchen resident, Jane has proved herself an asset to W. H. S. We congratulate Kucknell upon securing so able a student ami so delightful a co-ed. LOUISE SPALDING French Club (2); Mask and Mime (2, 3); Red Cross (3); Latin Club (3); Glee Club (2); Hockey (3). Appropriately nicknamed, “Twinkie is known for several things—her giggle. her horsemanship ribbon1-, and her crafty bidding at bridge. She had the distinction of being the only girl in her physics class, but she ran away to sunny Texas where she feasts on pink grapefruit and also enjoys life as an energetic social belle. AUDREY JEANNE STAUFFER JACOBS—Class Dancer—JOHN TANDY BYRON STUART baseball (2. 3); Track (2, 4). JOHN TANDY Football (2. W3. W4); Track (W2, W3. W4); Choir (2, 3); Class Vice-President (4). French Club (2); Latin Club (2. 3); Forum (3); Gym Program (3). A friend, be it fair or foul weather, is Jeanne. Her sunny smile, serene dis|� o-sition, and abundant vitality win her many friends. Although she thinks that plane geometry should never have been invented, she attends cla'-'- (or other reasons. The day when she will be able to have her own “convertible” is already marked with red on the calendar. “big Stew.” the jiersonality boy with the beaming smile, lias been for three years one of the better known “sharpies in W. II. S. This would-be Romeo is quite a tease, being a member of the sprint division of the track-team. Ryron is a familiar figure around the Field House. Much traveled Ryron has become an authority on the State of Texas. Wherever anything is going on. there you'll find Captain Tandy with his liitlc station wagon. Ills affability and “wackincss” appeal to all fellow students and teachers. Superior ability in all aspects of athletics has netted him many letters. We hope his future as an athletic instructor will be as lucrative and engrossing as he deserves. Pdffe Forty-eight WILLIAM TAYLOR Vice-President (2); Baseball (2, V3, V4); Basketball (2. W3. V4); Annual (Business Manager). Bill, who knows a blonde in every town (including Westfield), is one of our most popular seniors and has been for three years a mainstay of both the baseball and basketball squads. Bill, known for his lankiness and good humor, will always be a success and good sport in whatever he does. DAVID THOMAS Radio Club (2). French Club (3. 4); Slide Rule Club (3). David is inclined to be rather quiet and bashful. Although he was an active member of the Radio Club while it afforded him a chance to develop his hobby, most of his time is devoted t i his studies. lie joined the Slide Rule Club to help him withstand the strain of Mr. Johnson's physics problems ami find a time saver. ELIZABETH THOMAS Latin Club (2. 3); French Club 2. 3); Gym Program (2. 3, 4); Senior Play; Girls’ Sports (2, 3, 4); Academic Committee (2, 3. 4). Betty, admired for her sincerity and unpretentiousness, is a good all-round girl, and one of our prettiest. Being one of our best girl skiers and a fenc-ing finalist is only part of her participation in sports, and she's a live wire in several school organizations. SHIRLEY HERING—Best All-Round Person—GEORGE TIFFT WARREN THOMPSON Football (2, 3, -1); Basketball (2. 3); Baseball (2); Track (3); Spanish Club (2). Warren, known to his friends as App,” loves to play practical jokes on people. A cheery smile and friendly word proclaim him a swell fellow. Star of the Jay Vee squad last fall. Warren helped to defeat many opposing teams with his thrilling dashes for a touchdown. Wonder why Plainfield interests him so much? GEORGE TIFFT Class President (2); Track (W2. W3. W4); Football (2, 3, 4); Junior Prom; Weather Vane (Spoils Editor 3, 4); Academic Committee (4). The list of superlatives proves that George i- one of our leading men hi athletics, scholarship, wit, and personality. Our star quarter-miler spends part of his time studying chemistry and physic-, hut more of his time with Juliet. driving around in that smooth, grey Buick. FRANK TOSTEVIN Baseball Manager (2, 3. 4); Track (I); Nominating Committee (4). Good humor and a cheery -mile char acterize Frank, the Invisible Man. who has been placed high in the opinion of his friends because of his agreeable attributes. Upholding the Tosteviu tradition, Frank has been active athletically, academically, and socially. Mi- good looks have created a furor among the sophs.” but his heart is with a little co-ed in New England. Page Forty-nine BARBARA PILLING—Class Scientist—ALLAN COOK JOSEPHINE TOSTO Mask and Mime (3); Giil ' Athletic Council (4); Athletic Committee (4). A very conscientious member id the commercial group, Jo will make some lucky |xrr '� n a very efficient secretary. The fact that she enjoys the rhumba and the tango is easy to understand, for her pretty black hair and dark eyes suggest these Latin tastes. Although Jo size doesn’t make her noticed, her vivaciousness brightens any spot. GERALD TREMAINE French Club (3); Collectors Club (4). Red Cross Council (4); Finance Committee (4). Gerrv, besides having a fine sense of humor, is quite a historian and takes his studies seriously. His leisure time is devoted t architecture through which he exhibit- his very hospitable nature, for lie always designs homes with ten or more bedrooms. Gerry usually spends his summer months at his favorite sport, yachting. JOSEPHINE URCIUOLI baseball (2. 3); Mask and Mime (2); Volley Rail (3); Typing Committee (4); Hockey (4). •’Jo, a silent member in all her classes, exhibits a great deal of pep and verbal activity when participating in or watching any sport. She is a member of the typing committee, and her fine work is a constant aid to all teachers. When she has leisure time. Jo'' travels to Plainfield. We wonder why. WILLIAM URCIUOLI Raseball (2. V3. W4); Basketball 2. W3. W4); Typing Committee (4); Correspondence Committee (4). Rill, better known as Babe, is Mr. Freeman’s pride and joy in athletics and exhibited his talents in assembly. He ably captained the basketball players. winning all-state honors. An asset to the baseball varsity because of his ability to play a few positions well, Itili is also known for his friendly attitude and fine salesmanship. IRENE VAGELOS Typing Club i-J); French Club (4). This small brunette i1- one of our most excellent students and can always be depended upon to do what she is asked, In spite of her quiet nature, she attracted much attention on Senior Hay with her beautiful Greek military costume We wonder if Irene has a sweet tooth because- of her unlimited access to all those candies and cakes that aie found in the Candy Kitchen. DOT VANDEN BERGH Mixed Choir 12, 3, 4); Girls’ Chorus (3); All-State Chorus (4). Westfield High lost its screwiest screwball” and one of its best sopranos when Dot tie went to Florida. Het main interest hi school was in the Music Department, and her outside activities included skating. West Palm Reach, orchestras, and ocean bathing in the middle of November. She’s a grand friend and we were sorry to lose het before graduation. P ft fie Fit t}t KITTY SMITH—Class Gr er-JACK HEGEMAN WILLIAM VROOM EVELYN WALTON BETTY WATROUS Reticent Rill is one of West field's newer students, who came here from North Plainfield. It will he the mil-lemuni when Hill ceases to j lacc wafers on football games or to cast some asjiersions on out faculty. He isn't a great hand with the ladies—in West-field a masterful accomplishment. Hill's flair for mathematics is more than likely to find him a good place in the business world. (dee Club U .V. I); French Club (2); Choir tit “Kvie i' one i our more reserved seniors who with her sweet voice has been a valuable asset to the (dec flub for three years. A conscientious winker. she spends many afternoons helping her mother, although sin- always finds time fm dates with a member of the senior class at Regional, by whom she is considered a very good dancer. t� ir|s’ Sports t.’. .1. 4); Gym Program 12. 3. -I). Peep'. athletic Hetty i- interested in all phases of spurts from hockey to roller-skating, and her exceptional vitality ix demonstrated even Mmidav and Wcdncsda at -p il practices. A desire to lx helpful t.« others enables Hetty to spend much time playing chauffeur to her friends. We hope that -Ik realizes hei ambition t become a glamorous ait hostess. JOHN WEED Track (2. 4); Intramural Basketball (3); Swimming (4); Community Fair (2): Academic Committee (3). Strong, silent Jack n a menace behind the wheel of his Ford sixty. He is strictly the out-of-doors. back -to- nature type and one of the high school's most rugged individualists. In his senior year he helped the swimming team t« a successful season. He is a member of the Hi-V. RICHARD E. WEED Football (2. 3); Track (2, 4): Swimming (4), Finance Committee (4). Hick is one of our conservative students. He is well known for his versatility in athletics and for Jus Ford with a Pierce Arrow horn. This lad i' one of the most active and dependable members of the Hi Y Club and can be counted on for any tedious assignment. We feel 'tire that Dick will be a success. HELEN WEST Gills' Sp'Mts 12, 3. 4); French Club (2. 4); Latin Club (4). Gym Program (2. 3. I); Finance Committee (4); Senior Play (4). I lie old saying “ttill water run-, deep may well be applied t'� Helen, who. nevertheless, reveals a fine sense of humor. She is one of our active modern dancers and participates in all sports. Her dependability and co. operative spirit make her a person worth knowing and a pupil worth teaching. Page Fifty-one SHIRLEY WEST French Club (2. 3. 4); Gym Program (2. 3. 4). Red Cross (2. 3. Secretary 4); Mask and Mime (2); G. A. C. (2); S A. T. Drive (2. 4); Senior Play. Skiing at Stowe, Vermont, and prac-ticing her “Sonja llemcs any place there's ice, claim most of Shirley’s time. She has a quiet, cheery manner which attracts everyone—not only in Westfield either. Middlebury seems the ideal spot for a gnl attracted by snow and ice. ENID WILLIS Girls' Sports (4); Library Council (4); Latin Club (4); Forum (4). Tact, sincerity, and eager, friendly blue eyes make Enid the ideal class orator. A newcomer to W. II. S., she jnomptly distinguished herself by winning the American Legion Public Speaking Contest. Quote: This is my third, nicest, and last I hope—high school year. but anyone in her classes knows she's quite a brightie and certain to come through with flying colors. WILLIAM WINEGAR Football (2. 3) ; Mask and Mime (2. Council 3. 4); Baseball (3); Track (2): French Club (2, 3, 4) ; Wrestling (4); Correspondence Committee (4). The quiet, retiring nature that most people ass« ciate with Bill gives way to his enthusiasm for sports from time to time, for Bill enjoys wrestling and football. Ills appreciation of jokes and his amiability make up for the shyness of our most ardent rooter at games. GERALDINE WISSERT French Club (2, 3. 4); Latin Club (4); Civic Committee (4); Senior Play; Hockey (4). Jerry’s main asset is beautiful red hair. She is always full of fun and willing to help others. A rare creature i-Jerry—a woman who doesn’t like to talk! A good student and a well-liked member of our class, she is sure t■ succeed in her chosen vocation, nursing. Interns, take notice! Puye Fifty-two HELEN WILMOT French Club (2, 3, 4); Latin Club (3); Collectors’ Club (4); Gym Program (3); Dual Sports (3). Helen is a shv blonde with a quiet, sincere manner and a cheerful word for everyone. She i- undoubtedly the one to see when you want something done conscientiously. Her plea-ant disposition seems to he able to adapt itself to anything and everything. W. If. S. regrets the misfortune of a collapsed seat in assembly, Helen. EDWARD WRIGHT Football (2); Basketball (2). Baseball (3); Athletic Committee (4). Ed, who is more commonly known as Doc. is an abovc-the average pianist and a true lover of salt water and sand. Fearless, he has never been known to refuse a dare, a camping trip, or a very unusual job. His love for travel has made him victim of many almost unbelievable experiences. SHIRLEY WEST—Most Chiming—DICK MURRAY Page Fifty-three Doomed to know not Winter, only Spring, a being Trod the flowery April blithely for a while, Tool; his fill of music, joy of thought and seeing, Came and stayed and went, nor ever ceased to smile. —Robert Louis Stevenson Today, a few months after his passing, Jimmy Manning remains a vital and important member of the Class of 1940. His participation in many activities and his genuine enjoyment of living were not of a passive character but served as an inspiration to all of his classmates who loved and respected him. Jimmy was born on November 11, 1922, in New York City and most of his early life was spent in Massachusetts, where he acquired his great love for the out-of-doors. He came to West-field with his family from Fall River five years ago, and since that time has been one of the prominent members of our class. In high school Jimmy was one of the stars of the swimming and tennis teams for the past two seasons and was co-manager of the 1939 football team. He was a member of the choir, acted as home room chairman, and last year served as treasurer of our class. A member of the YMCA. he was on the executive council of the Hi-Y Club. Jim was also a member of the Presbyterian Church. Everyone who had any contact with Jimmy would have to acknowledge that his choice of a career was a natural one—he wanted to be a doctor. Through his genial personality, his sincerity, and his ability to give some of his own happiness and enthusiasm to others, Jimmy showed every promise for a brilliant future in this field. His death on December 26 meant a loss that never can be replaced. Therefore, because James Henry Manning gave such a large part of himself to our class, we wish to pay sincere tribute to his undying memory. R. Thompson. J. Graves, C. Eason, K Buschman, H. Epstein, T. Gartland. V. Hebler, G. Egert, F. Jones, J. Ennis, L. Littleton, W. Gardner, I7. Meiss, W. Evert, V. Bohannon. I White, R. Donahue, J. Cunningham, K. Michaelis, A. Alvanos, K. Harvey, L. Ryer, W. Shannon, W. Peek. J. Leacli, H. Hunt. F. Irving. W. Willoughby, LI. Ilargan, W. Graham, D. Cornellier, S. Perry, V. Walker, A. Eber-sole, A. Evans, II. Wahl, J. Sellon, II. Zwemer, R. Matthern. I7. IJall, W. Conn, M. Parizeau, C. Gibbs. M. Fletcher, B. Bryan, B. Murray, D. Me-Lvov, J. McManigal, R. Mowery, X. Estwick, D. Porlier. A Bohl, E. Elmer, F. Loesch, B. Walker, J. McCarthy, M. Parker, E. Evert, M. Fctzcr, M. Bailey, S. Little, L. Hach, G. Murphy. II. Leon, J. Preston, G. Mullen, P. Morton. P. Musson. I). Darling, B. Luessenhop, A. Edwards, S. Auster, B. Holden, M. Williams, Y. Angell, J. Bull, E. Hardie, B. Sherman. M. Bacon. B. 'l ew, C. Robinson, G. Emmons, B. Tomblins, B. Willson, J. Collins, S. Taylor, J. Mills, B. Fowler, J. Barrett, L. DuPuv, M. Avery, X. Byck, V. Kelcey. M. Beattys, M. Hunter, M. Weppler, B. Barnes, J. Khlen, K. Boettger, H. Ogburn, B. Rost, G. Wilson, B. Butcher, II. Holcomb, C. Brown, J. Rogers, W. Brown, J. Wilson. L. Bornkessel, G Dean, V. Oliverie, H. Gordon, R. Hinterleitncr, L. Crickenbergcr, B. Ingraham, A. Vigliantc, W. Howarth, J. Zollu. G. Dannehower, M. Gregory, D Ewing, J. Hahn, J. Kane, J. Peierson, R. Harris. I). Baake, P. Yannuzzi, F. Hewitt, T. Colapietro, i). Dinzl. G. Wilson. B. Lee. B. Xaething. T. LaRoe, B. Xel on, B. Hanna. G. Sandkaut. S. Villa, D. Ponturo, J. Lee, X Tuorto. B. Lewis, J. Rising, D. Tomblen, B. Stalknecht, II. Wvdler, K. Uhrenholdt, T. Conover. H. Amorv, B. Nicholson, H Schultz. K. Loelnnan, M McGonnigal. M. Good. C. Dean, J. Cowie, J. Mensching, M. 1 soldi, J. Hamilton, R. Carter, B. Robinson. C. Robinson, M. Dodds, S. Stocker. R. Barker, B. Aitchison, E. Marsh. J Schwartz, D Townley, R. Carter, A. Healy, J. Stewart, M. Mehle, T. Bernard, G. Wolff, J. Schaefer, B. Carlton, P. Apgar. A. Baker, R. Hefele, J. Singer, A. Poist, E Andresen, R. Hyslip, P. Petruzzell, J. Barranco, M. Jenkins, B. Britton, E. Ingraham, J. Clarke, R. Dempsey. M. Boxill, M. Herder, Y. Waterman, X. Santacroce. D. Woodward, B. Preussel, F. Watrous, . Ruh, A. Taylor, B. Rowan, E. Easterhrooks, F. Brunetta. A. Harkrader, B. Mitchell, C. Henry, B. Mason, E. YanLeuven, M. Bonsall, M. Roff, D. Givan, B. Clark, B. Lorden. T. Malcolm, B. Hardgrove, W. Bowden, A. Gernert, C. Corbett, X. Ley, R. Hill, M Corduan, B. MacDonald, E. Wittke, F. Baumann. Sophomore Class Officers President - - Donald McLaughlin Vice-President - - - David Kreutz Secretary - - - Winifred Derge Treasurer - - Kenneth Thompson Juniors and Sophomores in Action YV. Worth. F. Chapman, R. Jones, P. Goner, R. Fluckiger, F Merman. B. DeHosson, J. Huntley, R. Hanson, R. Gehler, A. Callaway. R. Singer. I). Ryan, R Calkins. A. Schrumpf, R. Yar l. A. Priolo, M. Rodriguez. 1). Struble, 11. Schmitz, C. Grady, K. Mulligan, R. Albright, H. Jones, IJ. Anderson. K. Achterman. G. Stirrup, H. Balt, YV. Connellee, A. Hingle, U. Briant, B. Gundrum, ’. Heath, S. Jack. B. Bronson, T. Meiss, J. Turpin, R. Sengstack, D. Smith. R. Jeske, S. Hargrave, J. Riach, F. Hohenstcin, R. Lowe, G. Hicks, A. Plambcck, 1'. Kitson, A. Oppenheim, K. Salomone, I’. Mono, C. Papandrea, R. Perry, K. Fromm. I). Angell. C. Seyhold, K. Thomas, I) Mahler, A. J«� lin, J. Conrad, D. Mumford, 11 Mason. 11. Bauer, R. Denny, R. McCoy B. Groff, M. Carter, M Weaver, H. Stalknecht. X. Westra, J. YVichern, L. Comrie, B. Baker, S. Fischer, II. Williams, M. Class, G. Chamberlin, J. Anger. B. Lnrden, M. Purcell, X. Bass, V. Mulford, J. Macqmen, L. Tate, K. Martin, J. Cupilt, M Wroth, I. Leggett, M. Briggs, F. Higgs, P. Venus, D. Storr, V. Cree. D. Long. B. Rowan, 1). Brown, K. Ingram. R. Rathbone. 1.. Vanderbilt, I). Mavonet, D. Hall. X. Gates, P. Shellenherger, H. Blodget, S. Haggert, P. Denny, M. Gaston, K. Johnston, M. Lever, B. Brown. B. Berardinelli, G. Chrone, II. Tucker, J. Wheelwright, B. Wolfe, II. Tilden, P. Corning, A. Kurtz. B. Fleming, M. Gehler, B. Fischer, R. Griffin, 11. Thompson, A. Walker, D. Kreutz. F. Garrison, P. Gerner, YV. Maulc, D. Savoca, D. Santacroce, D. Sisto, S. Livingston, H Johnson, P. Scarf, F. Epps, T. Williams, 11. Kiep. Y. Ford. T. Brotherton, J. Holmes, Y. Skclly, N. Morton, F. McKitn, r. Henry, L. Mazza, T. Wright, J. Loeffler, R. Crawford. R. Gardner, F. Potter, C. Ambrose, R. Schroeder. S. Klion. A. Kraner, Y. Hardgrove, B. MeFarlane, S. Swallow. R. Bunistead, J. Clark. C. Damn), R. Trimble. 1’. Cunicella, E. Abken. H. Lear, J. Van Wagner, F. Thompson, H. Harding. K. Xahan. D. Brandt, J. Kjcllmark, II. Pierson, R. Donahue, B. Craig. R. Hartnm, B. Conlin, A. Brinkman, II. Clark, H. Gernert, R. LaClair, D. Schafer, R. Hohenstein. H. Harms, D. Terp, J. Petersen, C Giallombardo. A. Norris, J. Erwin, R. Lewis, B. Evert, E. Loebman, M. McGonnigal, M. Whitman, M. Dodds, S. Tingle, R. Ciraldo, II. I'rciuoli, J. Burgher, J. Bell, S. Sargent. A. Sargent, I'. Wight, II. Nichols, J. McHugh, J. McHugh, S Smith, S. Hargrave, S. Husson. G. Wright, S. Smith, A. Hand, S. Larson. M. Walthcr, J. Calvert, B. Purvis. Y. Mills, L. Sathcr, B. Nolan, A Berse. B. Butcher, G. Eido, I . Saitta. M. Haynes, J. Shropshire, C. Ludlow, J. MacNair, M. Allen, E. Copp, B. Mann, L. Rizzo. A. Lewis, J. Townsend, J. Pearsall, J. Reichhard. J. Butz, M. Taylor, B. Doherty, J Frazee, D. Weiss, E. Pease, M. Anderson, P. Green, G. Meiscl, E. K. � zak. X. Waterman, M. Gillis, A. McIntosh, J Maynard, P. Pierce, J. Davis. Y. Davidson, M. Morton, B. Sydnor, C. Hargan, J. Freeman, Y. Johnson. D. McLaughlin, E. Wakefield, J. Bright, B. Pierson, G. Bernier, J. Maddox, L. Pon-turo, R. Costello, C. Cacchione. A. Ruggcri, T. Sperry, K. Rohrabaugh, E. Thomas, M. Tcets, R. Kirwan, J. Plescia, B. Shurts, B. Jones, K. Sortore, B. Cesarz, W. Vander Yeer. SHIRLEY HERING—Has Done Most for WHS—GEORGE TIFFT ANNUAL STAFF What did you say about whom? An Annual session is a clearinghouse for the newest gossip. Of course, all the gossiping the staff did was justifiable. How can anyone write a write-up about somebody else without information ? The Annual staff also labored over picture placements, superlatives, dedications, the Class Will, personals, and club write-ups. Hard-working individuals who contributed to our yearbook labored chiefly during eighth periods and on Saturday mornings. Present on Saturdays were Carol Byers, Mary-Ellen Skelly, Lucille Smith, Virginia Harrison, Ruth Dawson, Pat Gavanagh, Jane Horner, plus the editors and assistant editors, who continued their eighth period travail, in which they were ably assisted by Mary Jane Goodman, Mercer Atkinson, and A1 Connellee. Our general factotum was Lloyd Johnston. Co-editors were Shirley Hering and Geoffrey Knight; Assistant Editors, Emilia Luptak and Lloyd Johnston; Business Manager, Bill Taylor; Assistant Business Managers, Connie Gill, Jack Hegeman, and Bob Geist. The art which renders our book unique was planned by Isabel Blount, Meryl Gates, Doris Hansen, Shirley Maiden, Betty Halsted, Jane Horner, and Eleanor Sanger. Marylee Pollock did the drawing. Our heartfelt thanks for their time and help go to Miss Bordner and Miss Howard, faculty advisers. I’oge Sixty-four jjOniaiimscm EMILIA LUPTAK—Class Author—GEOFFREY KNIGHT WEATHER VANE Think of the joy the Weather Vane has spread during the past nineteen years! Many exhibitions of creative and journalistic writing which students have produced under compulsion or of their own volition have appeared on its pages. The artistic talent of the school, too, has found much of its outlet in illustrations. Who have been responsible for the school magazine ? The Stuff is divided into several departments; namely, Literary Editors, Business Staff, Art Staff, Sports Department, Salad Bowl, and Typists. Each Thursday, during third period, the greater part of this group meets to discuss contributions and to decide which are to be printed. The magazine belongs to the Columbia Scholastic Press Association. Each year at the Convention member publications are rated according to the class in which they are entered. This year, the Weather Vane received first place. Staff members are sent to the Convention, to learn more about writing and editing. This year's officers were Editor-in-Chief. Emilia Luptak; Associate Editors, Edith Johansen and Hugh Ogburn; and Business Manager, Allan Cook. Special mention should be given to George Tifft, one of the most faithful sports editors. Above all, the staff is grateful for the time and effort expended by Miss Bordner and Miss Howard, the advisers. Page Sixty-five CAROL PAYNE— Class Journalist—HARDING BROWN HI'S EYE After meeting the final deadline.” the editors and staff put to bed,” on May 24, the last issue of the Hi’s-Eye. Published bi-weekly during the year, fifteen issues of the Hi's-Eye chronicled the many and varied school activities, presenting them in the form of news stories, features, et cetera. The Hi's-Eye is maintained by funds received from the bi-annual Community Fair and the Student Activities Ticket Fund. The Hi's-Eye has been published by the second year journalism class although several issues were put out by the first year class with Frank Jones as editor-in-chief. Featured during the year were the Senior Day and April Fool” issues. The staff took a trip to the New York Times plant, attended the Columbia Scholastic Press Association Convention, and gave a birthday party in honor of the paper's sixth consecutive year of publication. The efforts of the staff were rewarded when the paper placed second in the annual Columbia Scholastic Press contest. Through the efforts of Robert L. Foose, faculty adviser, and the cooperation of the staff, the paper was published by Harding Brown, editor-in-chief; Mary Ellen Skelly, managing editor; Bert Silberg, sports editor; and Josephine Barranco, feature editor. Pane Sixlil-six MARYLEE POLLOCK—Class Artist—CLARK HCLINGS THE COLLECTORS' CLUB The Collectors' Club brings together the many W. H. S. students who have one common hobby, collecting. The members of the group have widely varied collections, the most common of which are concerned with philately. There are several excellent collections of both United States and foreign stamps. Match covers, post cards, and coins occupy the next place of importance, but several of the members have such unusual collections as wooden nickels, cartoons, war headlines, and cameos. The Club itself has recently started a collection of headlines which, it hopes, will someday furnish a blow-by-blow description of the present conflict. Probably the most interesting meeting this year was held at the home of one of our members when Mr. Ben K. Ford exhibited three of his many extensive and valuable collections. He showed United States stamps from the very first issued down to the latest, and told many interesting stories behind the stamps. Mr. Ford also showed part of his exquisite collection of seaweed, which was on exhibition at the New York World’s Fair in 1939, and his United States coins. The Club's adviser is Miss Olive E. Hammell, and the officers were President, Doris Hansen; Vice-President, Robert Partenheimer; Secretary, Walter Kelly; Treasurer, Stephen McElroy. Page Sixty-seven The Art Club, which holds its regular meetings after school once a month, is composed of those students who study art during the day and wish to further their interests. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays offer third periods for more formal club work. Credit is given for work during these periods. Members may then participate in that type of work which interests them most. Some sketch from a model or perhaps a still life group, while others may work on a mural or a poster to advertise some other school activity. Water-color, charcoal, pastels, oil, and pen and ink are only a few of the mediums which can be used skillfully by the members. During the afternoon meetings there have been discussions of art books and exhibitions. One very informative meeting was enjoyed by the Club and members of the art department when Mr. Fell from the American School of design came to talk to us about the school and to show us some of the students' work. Miss Howard has greatly aided the officers in making this a successful year. The officers were Jane Horner, president; Mary Lee Pollock, vice-president; Isabel Blount, secretary; Shirley Marden, treasurer. This year's P. T. A. prize winners were Meryl Gates and Isabel Blount. THE ART CLUB SixtH-eipht PHOTOPLAY CLUB The Photoplay Club, one of our youngest organized clubs, has concluded another year with the feeling of having enjoyed a pleasant season of moviegoing. The outstanding pictures of the season have been discussed, some of the important ones being Gone with the Wind, Abe Lincoln in Illinois, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Rebecca, and Pinocchio. The Club has been fortunate in the co-operation of the Rialto management, which lias furnished passes from time to time. This has enabled members to attend in groups. The feminine membership is interested chiefly from an artistic standpoint and in entertainment value. The male members consider pictures from the point of view of direction and filming. Because of this masculine interest, we were able to see pictures of this year's most thrilling Westfield games. Sets of large posters are received from the New York Hays Office for most of the pictures having educational value. They show the background for production: setting, lighting effects, costumes, actors. Through the library we have The National Board of Review Magazine, which carries interesting articles on foreign films as well as Hollywood productions, and we also have Photoplay Studies.” The President of the Club this year was Luis Conn ie; the Secretary, Doris Mayonet; and the Sponsor, Mrs. Kimball. Pui e Sixty-nine FRENCH CLUB Comprenez-vous, tout le monde?” With this, Mr. Gesner makes sure, on the third Thursday of every month, whether or not the one hundred and fifty members of the French Club, or Quartier Latin, understand what is being said. Since it is the purpose of the Club to further the students' interest in French, the meetings are conducted almost exclusively in that language. Meetings are held in the High School Auditorium, where the program committee presents the monthly entertainment. After the business meeting is over, the members usually sing several French songs, led, of course, by Mr. Gesner, and then comes the always interesting program. At several meetings, such as our November one, a French play is produced. During the March meeting, some students presented the Guignol. But always these plays are followed by a game, such as Lotto, in which everyone participates and prizes are awarded. In October, a number of members visited the Rahway French Club and entertained for them. The big event of the year, our trip to the World's Fair, came on May 14. The French Club is sponsored by Mr. Gesner and Miss Foutz, and the officers for this year were President, Emilia Luptak; Vice-Presidents, Shirley Little and Jacqueline Clark; Secretaries, Shirley Peniston and Marion Bailey; Treasurers, Geoffrey Knight and Warren Bowden. EMILIA LUPTAK—CAm Page Seventy GERMAN EVENING “Uns int wohl am deiitschen Abend, dentnclien Abend, HVmm die Frennde wieder venammeln, wieder eernammeln, AS DEM DEUTSCHES’ ABEND. These strains and many others along with several jokes, skits, and plays were to he heard with the aid of our good acoustics in the high-school auditorium. An atmosphere of Gemutlichkeit, good cheer, and good will pervaded all. We had several notable personages among the performers; namely, Honest Clyde Shropshire, our President; Backi or Backfisch, Louella Preckwinkle; Lippy or Lip, Irving Lifshutz; Glenn Lengnick and Jean Richards. This German Evening was the result of several weeks' work by department members and students who are taking German in Westfield for the first time. They have produced a good result, a show better than either of those given in the last two years. This has been primarily due to the excellent and extensive work done by Miss Dodds, Mr. Shaterian, and Miss Fornoff, and to the excellent spirit of loyalty, faithfulness, and duty among the majority of the participants. We are very thankful to the graduate members of the Department for their moral support, telegrams, and patronage. Unguis!—GEOFFREV KNIGHT Page Seventy-one EL ATENEO The Spanish Club has been functioning under the able leadership of Miss Stella Hemphill and Mr. Harold Shaterian. The student officers for this year were President, Marylee Pollock; Vice-President, Mary Ellen Skelly; Secretary, Gloria Karr; Treasurer, Edmund Cranch. The members of El Ateneo devote themselves during theii monthly meetings to programs dealing with the customs and personalities of Spain and our Latin American neighbors. The Club celebrated Christmas by playing the famous Mexican game Pitntta and singing carols in Spanish. Perhaps the most amusing meeting was the initiation of new members. The new group w-as initiated by the seasoned members, who in turn presented a program for the entertainment of the entire group. At the celebration of Pan-American Day on April 6, the Club held an Information, Please” program at which experts from Latin-America answered questions dealing with geography, current affairs, arts, science, and sports. This year the highlight of the program was a trip to the Fair where all exhibits of Spanish speaking countries were visited. All of the meetings are conducted in Spanish in order to promote both improvement in pronunciation and interest in this language; therefore, members of El Ateneo reinforce classroom training with practice. 1‘nge Seveniu-twn THE LIBRARY COUNCIL An interesting outgrowth of the High School Library is the Library Council. This group is under the capable direction of Miss Alice Bible and Mrs. Florence Donnelly and is composed of students who are especially interested in library work. At the beginning of each school year Miss Bible extends an invitation to all interested students to become members of the Council. Library Council members give two periods a week to library duty. During that time they become more fully acquainted with the functioning of the library. Their time is occupied with such tasks as checking and signing slips, charging books, and other regular duties. An interesting phase of Council activity is the interchange of visits with library clubs of other schools. Very often during each school year the Council meets informally at teas prepared by the members. On May 20 this year the Council combined with the Weather Vane magazine staff and held a delightful picnic at Echo Lake Park. Betty Beekman served as general chairman and saw that all had an enjoyable afternoon. The officers of this year's Council were Betty Beekman, president; Enid Willis, vice-president; Miriam Beattys, secretary; and Elizabeth Easterbrooks, treasurer. Pat e Seventy-three SHIRLEY HERING—Peppiest—JER.E HANSON ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY Who has the tomahawk? Those who are not members of the Archaeological Society may well imagine that this is the ominous password of the Club; however, the members are quite harmless. Chances are that such a statement would refer to an Indian relic that is being inspected. Meetings this year were made intensely interesting by some of Mr. Harold Thompson’s talks. The club sponsor spoke on varied subjects, such as tomahawk pipes, stone axe-heads, arrowheads, celts, wooden bowls, ladles, spoons, and how, when, and where to find Indian relics. Members were also given the opportunity to exhibit and discuss their particular collections. Another phase of the year's program had to do with field trips, which were taken in small groups with varying success. As an annual treat, the Club visited Colonel Pearsall's Wigwam. There they were permitted to examine one of the finest collections in the United States. Ever since the Archaeological Society was formed in 1928, it has been dear to the hearts of both Mr. Philhower, our supervising principal, and Dr. Neubauer, for they, too, are ardent collectors. Officers for this past year were President, Harry Hunt; Vice-President, Walter Vander Veer; Secretary and Treasurer, Jack Hegeman. Page Seventy-four HELEN MEAD—CLiss Bookworm—ALLAN COOK LITERARY CLUB Will the meeting please come to order? The secretary will read the minutes of the previous meeting. Although the business meeting of the Literary Club is opened in the same manner as are those of other W. H. S. clubs, its meeting time, place, program, and general informality arc different. On the first Thursday evening of each month the Literary Club gathers in the home of one of the twenty-five members. After the business meeting the vice-president, chairman of the program committee, takes charge. The members of the Club take an active part in the prepared reports and succeeding discussions of the oldest or newest books, whether of poetry, humor, biography, drama, or fiction. The games, too, are planned with the idea in mind of literary enrichment, as well as fun. One tradition of the Club is to see a good play each spring. In March of this year the Club saw Two on an Island. Another tradition is to have refreshments and a social time after the regular program. The officers for this year were Jean Maxwell, president; Marylee Pollock, vice-president; Jane Horner, secretary; and Vivian Saridaki, treasurer. The other members of the program committee were Beatrice Herman, Clark Hillings, and Glen Lengnick. The adviser is Miss Brinser. Page Seventy-five RED CROSS COUNCIL This year the Junior Red Cross Council of the Senior High, under the guidance of Miss Linda Johnson, has done a great deal of work. The annual membership drive, which took place in November, went over extremely well. The Council was also very successful in its Thanksgiving Drive for food for the Children's Country Home, and in the Christmas box drive for toys. In the spring a party for the patients at Bonnie Burn Sanitorium was given, and was greatly appreciated by them. Next year the Council hopes to have a better organized group with fewer and more active members, perhaps having two representatives from each room. Officers for the following year are to be elected before school doses, and a constitution is to be drawn up. The Cranford Red Cross Council is initiating a movement to form a Union County Red Cross Council in order that in future years the Red Cross will have a better unity and be able to do bigger things. The present chaotic state of the world provides a host of activities for junior members of the Red Cross. This year the affairs of the Council have been conducted by the following officers: President, Fredrika Pratt; Vice-President, Joan Baylis; Secretary, Shirley West; and Treasurer, Glenn Lengnick. I'aiie Seventy-nix LATIN CLUB In 1932 the Latin Club was organized and is now supported by all the Latin classes. The main purpose of the organization is to stimulate greater interest in the life and customs of ancient Rome than class periods can supply. Officers of the Club are elected at the end of each school year for the following year, and they are named consul, vice-consul, scriptor. and quaestor after the ancient Roman officers. The many and varied activities of the Club include games with Latin words, plays written by the members and modeled on the Latin text, debates on problems and situations of long-ago Rome, visiting and receiving the Rahway Latin Club, talks on interesting Latin subjects by visiting speakers, and moving pictures depicting Roman life. These activities are of interest to every student who is taking Latin, and they help him to appreciate the language in associating it with the life of the Romans. Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month in one of the cafeterias or in the main auditorium. This year’s officers were Allan Cartter, consul; Betty Walker, vice-consul; Tom Gartland, quaestor; Bob Lowe, assistant quaestor; Barbara Luessenhop, scriptor; and Connie Dean, corresponding scriptor. Page Seventy-seven SLIDE-RULE CLUB The Slide Rule Club is small, but it can boast of some of the brainiest students in the school. Formed many years ago to teach the principles of the slide rule and to develop proficiency in its use, it provides training which often proves very useful in courses taken in college. Students are taught the fundamentals of the slide rule at the first meeting. Then they learn the methods of multiplication, division, multiplication and division together, squaring, and finding square roots. Finally students work complicated problems in physics and chemistry. The majority of the members are juniors and seniors; however there are several sophomores in the Club who are preparing themselves for future mathematical work. As it has been for many years, the club year was brought to a close with the annual contest consisting of all types of problems which were worked during the year. The winner was presented with a valuable prize. With Walter E. Johnson Jr., as faculty adviser, Robert Schwarz as president, Bryce MacDonald as vice-president, and Bill Gutknecht as secretary and treasurer, the club had a very successful year. EDITH JOHANSEN—Class Mathematician—JAMES AVERY Par e Seventy-eight THE FORUM Besides its regular monthly supper meetings, the Forum has participated in many outside activities this past year. The organization took part in a number of assemblies where problems of national and international interest were discussed. The last assembly was unusual in that the speakers acted a diplomats from various foreign nations giving their views to an American audience. Many of the members attended the meetings of the New Jersey lnter-scholastic Forum Association that were held during the year at the various high schools. Alfred Oppenheim. Jim Wilson, and Rosetta Purvis delivered speeches for Westfield High School at three of these meetings. In the spring our club sent representatives to the annual Drew I Diversity Conference on International Affairs at which John Brown spoke on 'The Monroe Doctrine in a Second World War. At the request of the Citizens' Institute, Forum Club members acted as ushers at their lectures and had an opportunity to hear several fine speakers. The Forum Club sponsored its annual benefit movie in April. The sponsors of the Club are Miss Linda Johnson and Roy D. Tolliver. The officers for the year were Leonard Reichhard, president; Alfred Oppenheim, vice-president; Jean Bull, secretary; and Bryce MacDonald, treasurer. ENID WILLIS—Class Orator—NED BINGHAM Paye Seventy-nine CATALYST CLUB Forty-one of the science enthusiasts of the school banded together this year as members of the Catalyst Club. To be eligible, a student must have a year of science to his credit or must be an active member of the department during the current year. Included in the year's program were movies, student demonstrations, and talks given by prominent men of the community. At our January meeting, Mr. Rogers, one of the club supervisors, spoke on chemical warfare, which is of particular interest at the present time. The program for the February meeting included Dr. Billinger, professor of Chemistry at Lehigh University, who spoke on Chemistry, Black or White. At the March meeting Dr. Eugene C. Bingham, of Lafayette, gave an extremely interesting lecture concerning his theory for modern highways. The Club became affiliated with the American Institute of Science and Engineering Clubs early in March. Each member who had paid his dues received a membership card and a pin. Mr. C. Blair Rogers and Mr. Walter E. Johnson, Jr., are the sponsors, whose untiring aid has been of inestimable value to the club. The officers for the year were President, Jack Hopkins; Vice-President, Jim Wilson; Secretary, Barbara Pilling; and Treasurer, Allan Cartter. t'tigc Eighty MASK AND MIME Lights! Action! Even cameras. The 1939-40 season of the Mask and Mime started with the somewhat premature blooming of the Lilies of the 1'uU. by John Hastings Turner. Then came the impressive Christmas pageant— tableaux and music—which has become a program landmark for both students and parents. Finally on May 17, John Millington Synge's impressive tragedy. Riders to the Sea. was presented in assembly. The Senior Play, while open to all seniors, was directed by Miss Linda Johnson, sponsor of the club. An excellent cast presented FI y Away Flo we. by Dorothy Bennet and Irving White, though the show was nearly stolen by our inimitable Lippy.” Our thanks should here be given to Miss Howard and the art department for the delightful new set. Special mention should be made of the forgotten men”—the costume, scenery, business, props,” make-up, and stage committees. Both chairmen and members of these committees worked valiantly to create the various effects so important in all the productions. After seventy-four members had seen a performance of Life with Father on May 8, the year was topped off by the annual picnic, held in conjunction with the Forum Club. This year’s officers were Bob Geist, president; Ethel Mae Pritchard, secretary; and Bill Berryman, treasurer. Page Eighty-one I Tragedy on The Galway Coast Comedy Scenes from Popular Plays Page Eighty.three MASK AND MIME PLAY Never have such lilies adorned a stage as in this year's annual production of the Mask and Mime, Lilies of the Field. Mary Jo Hall and Joan Baylis were Elizabeth and Catherine, the twin daughters of Bill Craig, the Rev. John Head, and his wife, Joan Maynard. Their aristocratic grandmother, Emilia Luptak, promised as a birthday gift to one of the twins a generous supply of crepe de chine, and to the other a month in town. Elizabeth decided she wanted the month in town and hit upon the idea of making herself the idol of the season by wearing early Victorian clothes. Billy Berryman and Glenn Lenknick supplied the love interest; Jeanne Lever was the quaint maid at the Vicarage, and Floyd Garrison, the typical English butler. Merle Humphrey and Lucille Smith played the comedy parts of overdressed social climbers trying to be Victorian. Members of all the committees and cast were Mask and Mime members. The entire production was under the direction of Miss Linda Johnson, the excellent set under the direction of Miss Harriet Howard, and the music between acts under Miss K. Elizabeth Ingalls. MERLE HUMPHREY—Class Actor— BILL BERRYMAN RIDERS TO THE SEA In May Mask and Mime presented, under the direction of Miss Linda Johnson, John Millington Synge's tragedy. Riders to the Sen. This work has been considered the finest one-act play ever written. Merle Humphrey, student director, and Joan Baylis gave short talks on the history of the Abbey Players, who presented Riders to the Sen in Ireland. They also defined certain words used in the speech of Irish peasants, who figure in the tragedy. The cast tried to portray, in dialect, the story of Maurya and her two daughters, who lived in fear of the sea that had taken the lives of all but one man of the family. Bradley, the last, went to the Gallway Fair against his mother's will and was brought home dead. The cast included Ethel Mae Pritchard and Joan Maynard as Cathleen and Nora, the daughters, Emilia Luptak as Maurya, Glenn Lengnick as Bartley, and Ruth Dempsey, Nancy Estwick, John Brown, and Everett Hall. Atmosphere, an essential factor, was greatly aided by the excellent effects created by Bob Schwarz and Everett Hall. Mary Jo Hall, Mary Ellen Skelly, Barbara Mason, and Virginia Kelcey were in charge of costumes and properties. Page Eighty-four THE SENIOR PLAY Fly Away Home, By Dorothy Bennett and Irving White, presented by the Class of 1910, was a comedy based on the old nursery rhyme, Lady bug, lady bug, fly away home. Your house is on fire, your children will burn. These doomed progeny, summering at Provincetown, were the four Masters children whose mother was finishing her contract as a Hollywood dress designed. In order that she might marry the professor who lived in the next cottage, she asked the children's father to visit them and complete the divorce arrangements. The father, a solid, conservative citizen, who hadn't seen his children for twelve years, came and immediately antagonized them by his straight-laced reception of their rather free talk and views, in which they were encouraged by the professor. However, the children began to respect their father when, after their mother’s arrival, he engineered his daughter's elopement and made possible the marriage of Maria and Gabriel, two Portuguese. They decided they preferred their father to the impractical professor and persuaded their mother to prefer him, also. William Berryman and Merle Humphrey played the parts of the reunited couple with seasoned skill. Distinct characterizations of their children were drawn by Joan Baylis, Clyde Shropshire, Doris Ann Bagger, and Robert Geist. Shirley Hering and Irving Lifshutz, as Maria and Gabriel, and Glenn Lengnick as the professor, will long be remembered. Marjorie Oneal was well cast as the naive Tinka. George Collins as Johnny, Emilia Luptak as the housekeeper, and John Brown as the taxi driver performed their parts admirably. Credit for the success of the play goes to Miss Linda Johnson, who directed the production, and the efficient committees. Robert Schwarz was stage manager, Mary Jo Hall was in charge of properties, Shirley West headed the costume committee, and Laura DiFrancesco acted as chairman of the Make-up Committee. The prompters were Kay Reed and Lucille Smith. Ticket sales and reservations were ably supervised by Mr. C. Blair Rogers, with Frances Drake as Student Chairman. Jeanette Atkins was Ticket Manager, while Jack Hopkins was chairman of the Ticket Reservations. Clark Shotwell was in charge of the Check Room. Roger Carroll was Head Usher and Jean Richards was chairman of die Candy Committee. The publicity was well-handled by Edith Johansen and Harding Brown. Dorothy Grannells and June Cockley did the typing. The members of the High School Faculty who assisted in advising these committees were Mr. Walter E. Johnson, Jr., Mr. Gaston Gesner, Miss Dama Hill, Miss Mary Colley, Miss Margaret Dietrich, Mr. Edmund Allen, Miss Dolores Bordner. Mr. Robert Foose, Mr. Brose Thompson, and Miss J. Isabella Dodds. The art work was done under the supervision of Miss Harriet S. Howard. The stage design and miniature model of the interior of a Cape Cod cottage were planned by a committee headed by Doris Hansen and Jane Horner. Scenery was painted by the Stage Crew, directed by Isabel Blount and Betty Halsted. Meryl Gates designed the program cover. Chairmen of the Poster Committee were Eleanor Sanger and Isabel Blount. Before the performance and between acts, the Orchestra, under the baton of Mr. Leroy B. Lenox, presented several numbers, which added the finishing touch to a successful production. Page Eighty-five K. ELIZABETH INGALLS VIRGINIA EBNER LEROY B. LENOX BAND n 1 1 J CHRISTMAS CHOIR ORCHESTRA Under the very capable leadership of Leroy B. Lenox, one of the new members of the faculty, the orchestra has been a valuable part of assemblies and class meetings from September through June. Although the orchestra is much smaller than the band, the addition of the drums and a baritone horn has greatly improved the instrumentation. Besides playing at assemblies, the orchestra has provided the musical background for both the Christmas and Easter programs, the Mask and Mime Club play given in November, the Senior play, the Spring Music Festival, and the graduation exercises. This group has also contributed several special numbers at assembly programs, among them In a Persian Market by Ketelbey and Kammenoi-Astrow by Anton Rubenstein. Three members represented Westfield in the All-State Orchestra at Atlantic City last fall. A position in this orchestra carries with it a distinct honor, for it is a group of musicians selected from all the high-school orchestras in the State. This year's representatives were Harriet Tucker, violinist, who is our concert-master; Beatrice Preussel, clarinetist; and Barbara Brown, flutist. Vivian Saridaki. Carolyn Gill, and John Miner have served as accompanists, while Harriet Tucker has acted as librarian. JEANNETTE HUDSON—Class Musician—.EDMUND CRANCH BAND Anyone who had a study in the portables knows that this year's band, under our new director, Mr. Lenox, really got a workout. With football games, winter concert, assemblies. Memorial Day Parade, Band Dinner, World's Fair trips, Boy Scout jamborees, Decoration Day, and invitation concerts, everybody had a great deal to do. Not satisfied with having the best dressed as well as the best equipped band in the state, Mr. Lenox added another oboe, a bassoon, an alto clarinet, and a bass clarinet, all unusual but important instruments. Although New Jersey no longer has contests, the Band has enjoyed the reputation of being the finest all-around band in the State. In addition to the Senior Band, there is a Junior Band. This is made up of first year members, students who cannot make the Senior Band, and regular members who double on another instrument. Members who attend rehearsals regularly and participate in all events are awarded 100 points at the end of the year. Three hundred points make members eligible for a band letter. At the end of three years, seniors who have 430 points and play a solo to show that they have made progress are awarded a gold key. Vagi' Eight g-eight HELEN MEAD—Class Singer—IRVING LIFSHUTZ GLEE CLUB The mixed choir and combined girls' glee clubs form the nucleus of the vocalists of the Westfield High School. This year the boys’ glee dub was reestablished after having been abandoned for a number of years. All these singers entertain at about four assemblies by singing music, both classical and swing. The annual Christmas music program has reached the status of an institution, and the Easter presentation will soon achieve that position. Representatives of the vocal groups serve at many town functions, one of their special joys being the Christmas concert broadcast from the Westfield Trust Company by the Lion's Club. The culmination of the year's work is the annual Spring Festival. Attended and appreciated by the townspeople as a delightful, professional production, the Festival is even more fun for the participants. This year the Melting Pot of Music overflowed in a stream of melody from most of the lands well represented in this nation. One of the main ambitions of these school singers is to gain membership in the All-State Chorus. Since its inception, the Chorus has always had many Westfield representatives, who gain not only the honor of being selected, but the joy of singing with true musicians. Page Eiglity-nine SHIRLEY MAR DEN—Class Athlete—JOHN TANDY FOOTBALL With a seemingly powerful aggregation, Westfield opened the season by crushing Somerville 32 to 7. The next week, however, a let-down” permitted Millburn to topple us 13 to 0—the worst defeat all year. Scott, a new rival, was the next opponent, and proceeded to beat us 7 to 6 although thoroughly outclassed. The following Saturday Westlield went to Madison and came back on the long end of a 26 to 0 count. Then came the game for which we had been pointing since September— Columbia! For three cjuarters Westfield held a 7 to 6 lead over the team which only lost one game all year. Then, with only two minutes to play and the ball on Westfield's goal-line, a kick was blocked and recovered by the Gems for a touchdown and the game. This was by far the most exciting game of the year and, for the boys, the most disappointing. To top off this thriller the Cowboys of West Orange won out 7 to 0 in another extremely close game the next week. This game is considered by many to be the best of the year. Then came a disappointing defeat by North Plain-field 7 to 6. We slumped badly and were beaten by a vastly inferior team. Our traditional rival, Plainfield, invaded our field next and absorbed a 20 to 0 shellacking. In this game the team showed its best teamwork and completely overran the Plainsmen. The final game, Thanksgiving day, at Roselle Park was very close, but we finally lost out 6 to 0. Page Ninety-two Varsity Schedule Westfield Opponent September 30 SOMERVILLE - 32 7 October 7 MILL BURN ... 0 13 October 14 SCOTT ... 6 7 October 21 MADISON ... 26 0 October 28 COLUMBIA — 7 13 November 4 WEST ORANGE .. 0 7 November 11 NORTH PLAINFIELD .. 6 0 November 18 PLAINFIELD ... 20 0 November 23 ROSELLE PARK ... 0 7 Total __ __ - ... — 97 61 Junior Varsity Schedule October 2 SOMERVILLE 12 October 9 MILLBURN 0 2 October 16 ROSELLE PARK .... 7 6 October 23 MADISON 26 0 November 6 PLAINFIELD 20 0 November 13 ROSELLE PARK .... 18 0 November 20 PLAINFIELD 0 Total 71 20 run1' Ninety-three BASKETBALL Led by Captain Bill Urciuoli, the basketball team enjoyed its best season in three years. Lack of reserves kept this year's quintet from having a better record. The fact that only six men received letters, however, shows the ability that these boys must have had to carry the burden of a heavy schedule. Jim Killer Kane rolled up the amazing total of 211 points in twenty games, while Babe Urciuoli and Bill Taylor tossed in the impressive totals of I75 and 165 respectively. Captain Urciuoli showed his efficiency in set-shooting, passing, and clever court generalship which again won him all-state selection. Bill Taylor, playing his last year for Westfield, proved to be an adept scorer and ball-handler to complete the well-rounded high scoring trio. Sam Arbes and Jack Hahn shouldered the defensive burden and did an admirable job, while small but mighty Joe Zollo made a most capable reserve able to take anyone's position and do a good job. Coach Freeman has three members of this sextet returning to form the nucleus of next year’s team. These veterans plus the use of a new offensive system should insure another successful campaign next year. Page Ninety-four Basketball Schedule Total _________________669 691 UNION COUNTY TOURNAMENT Cranford_____________ 38 48 Opponent 36 31 36 30 42 32 43 31 20 32 36 39 34 40 68 28 26 19 46 Westfield ... 38 ... 46 ____34 — 37 ... 26 — 38 ... 43 ... 33 — 34 ... 21 ... 42 ... 24 ... 30 ... 33 — 37 ... 27 — 37 — 37 ... 38 North Plainfield Somerville______ Alumni _________ Union __________ North Plainfield Millburn ______ Plainfield___ Bound Brook Madison _______ Scotch Plains ... Roselle Park ._ Highland Park . Union _________ Plainfield ____ Linden_________ Scotch Plains ... Chatham _______ Roselle Park ... Millburn _______ Page Ninety-fin TRACK In January the 19-40 track team won their Group III title at the Newark Sunday Call Meet. The half-mile relay team placed fourth in National A. A. U. Championships at Madison Square Garden. The commencing of the outdoor season showed that this team is the best team that Westfield has had in many years. The mile-relay took second at Long Branch; at the Penn Relays this group won their class relay and placed fifth in the American Championships. In dual meet competition our team was very successful. After losing the first meet to Union by one point, they came back to trounce Bound Brook and nose out a powerful East Orange team. The crowning glory of this championship aggregation came when they won the Newark Board of Education Meet by double the points of their nearest rival. John Tandy, Jere Hanson, Frank Jones, George Tifft, Clark Hidings, Jim Kane, and Irving Lifshutz were point winners in this meet. Bill Schafer, Dick Berry. Rolla Blanchard, Allan Cartter, and Harry Holcomb are other consistent point winners in active competition. The credit for this team should go to Mr. Richard Goodrich, who has worried endlessly over his charges. The management of this active team was excellently handled by Allan Cartter and Frank Jones. I'liyc Ninety-six SWIMMING Though handicapped by the return of only two of last year's lettermen, the swimming team fared pretty well this season. They won five out of their eight dual meets and scored a total of 268 points to 245 for their opponents. In the first meet of the season, the local mermen were badly dunked'' by Asbury Park, 17 to 19. The following Saturday, nevertheless, saw West-field win out over its greatest rival, Plainfield, by the slim margin of two points. This started things off and the natators made it three straight by splashing to victory over Bloomfield and Nyack. New York, successively. Their streak was stopped abruptly, however, when they met Plainfield for the second time and lost 45 to 21. West Side. Newark, was the next encounter and the eager team swamped them thoroughly, only to lose the next meet to a powerful Montclair team by a close score. In the last sea battle, the local fans saw Westfield defeat West Side a second time. Very outstanding in his first year out, Walter Kelly proved to be the surprise star of the season. This year's lettermen in order of the points scored are Kelly, Rogers, Berry, Sargent, Polhemus, Sellon, Ley, and Jack Weed. I' tie Ninety-seven GOLF Through the departure of Danny Williams and Herby Haslam from school and the ineligibility of two other stars, Coach Walter Johnson and his assistant, Mr. Allen, were forced to build a golf team from what was left. At the present time there is one senior on the team, Dick Pringle. The rest are all underclassmen: Len Reyer, Jack Rising, Bob Naething, Roy La Clair, Jim Wilcox, Bob Perry, and Ed Thomas. Sherman Perry is the senior manager. This year the golf team has again taken up relations with Metuchen and Millburn after a lapse of five and three years respectively. They also played Montclair, state champions last year, who are expected to take the title again. The team is fortunate in being permitted to practice at Echo Lake, Locust Grove, and Shackamaxon country clubs, which give the squad full use of the courses. To earn a golf letter a player must participate in one half the matches and score one half the total number of points needed to win. Started a year ago, the point system is on a four point basis. If the team wins, the player receives a point; if he shoots under 95, he receives a point; if a player wins his match, he receives a point; and if he plays in a match, he receives a point. Pai e Ninety-rifflil TENNIS Westfield opened the tennis season early in May against Roselle Park in the following order: singles, Don Tomblen, Clyde Shropshire, and Hugh Ogburn; doubles, Jack Hopkins with George Wilson, and Bill Bowen with Jack Rogers. All the boys won their matches decisively to come home with a VO victory under their belts. The next day they traveled to Bound Brook and handed out another 5-0 shut out. The third opponent, however, was one of the toughest teams in the state, Dunellen, a team with a superb record of twenty-seven straight victories. The boys set out determined to win and did. 3-2. In the singles, Don Tomblen lost while George Wilson and Hugh Ogburn won. Westfield split the doubles, George and Clyde winning and Don and Hugh losing. The team felt proud, having beaten such a powerful team and broken a twenty-seven game streak. At press time, it seemed that Westfield was in for a great season. Much credit must be given Mr. Warner in his first year of coaching. He had a hard position to fill with the departure of Mr. Fred Rope, but there is no doubt that he has done a fine job. Page Ninety-nine BASEBALL The baseball team, under the able coaching of Mr. Joseph Freeman, has developed rapidly this year, with prospects for a good season. Out of the eight games played so far, four have been won and four lost. We opened the season with a well-played victory over Somerville, followed by a thorough beating by Hillside, state champions. Then we traveled to Dunellen and came back on the long end of a 9 to 1 count. Following this came a 7 to 6 loss to North Plainfield and a victory over Wardlaw, 19 to 3- The last game played was lost to Plainfield, giving us a .300 record, so far. There are still six more games on the schedule, of which four or five should be won to give us the best baseball record in three years. 'Fhe team is led this year by its best all-round ball player, Captain Bill Fvans, a fine hitter and one of the best catchers Westfield has ever had. The majority of the team is made up of seniors who will graduate, much to Mr. Freeman s chagrin. There are, however, several promising underclassman who will make up the nucleus of his squad next year. I'nye One Hundred WRESTLING Under the direction of Coach Harper C. Adams, wrestling was officially inaugurated in Westfield's winter sport program. At the first call in December, approximately seventy boys came out for the grappling squad, and Bert Silberg was elected captain of the team. In preparation for two meets in February, the team practiced daily in the Washington auditorium learning the fundamentals of the sport. These two matches, with Roselle Park and Union, resulted, of course, in thorough beatings; but they gave the boys valuable experience for next year, when there will be an official school sport with the corresponding awards. The boys starting the first meet were Harry Johnson in the 95-pound class; Don Briant, 105-pound; George Breitfellow. 115-pound; Bill Gutknccht, 125-pound; Bill Peden, 135-pound; Bill Willoughby, 145-pound; Bert Silberg, 155-pound; Irving Hartvigsen, 165-pound; Ted Conover, 175-pound; and Tom Mannino, heavyweight. At the end of the season, the New Jersey sectional championships were held in Westfield. In these Captain Bert Silberg was the only blue and white grappler to reach the finals. Besides Westfield, there were represented Thomas Jefferson of Elizabeth, Regional, Roselle Park, and Tom’s River. The boys have continued practice through the spring in preparation for a good season next year. Page One Hundred One SHIRLEY HERING Most Energetic RAY CROW CHEER SQUAD After the second week of school, a good many aching muscles, pitiful groans, and other symbols of a week of cheer practice were very much in evidence. Although a warm bed is preferable to rising early on cool fall mornings in order to arrive at school at the horrid hour of 7:45, eighty-seven girls and boys reported for practice the second day of school, under Miss Swift's supervision. This year, after two weeks of strenuous daily practices, thirty-seven students were retained on the permanent squad. Each week two captains were chosen, and were supported by almost an entirely new squad; thus more students were given a chance to demonstrate their skill. At the end of the season honorary co-captains were elected—Jere Hanson and Shirley Hering. During the season, six cheer practices were held for the student body. Several new songs and cheers were added to the squad's repertoire. Virginia Harrison, Shirley Hering, Jere Hanson, Ray Crow, and Rollo Blanchard, senior members of the squad, were the lucky recipients of W” awards for having cheered for three consecutive years or for twelve games. Before the Thanksgiving game a cheer breakfast was given Miss Swift and the senior members of the squad by Mrs. Hering, the mother of one of the cheer leaders. Pu ie One Hundred-two GIRLS' ATHLETICS Girls' athletics, managed by Jean Richards, began with hockey, and an unusual number of participants turned out. In class games, held in November, seniors defeated the underclassmen. The Blue and White games were tied. Twelve girls were selected to represent Westfield at the North Jersey Field Hockey tournament; Doris McEvoy and Shirley Husson received special recognition. Basketball, managed by Shirley Marden, was discontinued in order to prepare our gym program and concentrate on fencing and modern dancing. Kay Reed served as manager of fencing. Our modern dancers distinguished themselves at a symposium given for neighboring schools at the Junior High. After our gym program, basketball was continued. Toward the end of March class games were played in which the seniors were victorious. Following basketball, we participated in volley ball, managed by Kitty Smith. Warm weather took us outside for softball. Angela Salamone was elected manager, and the season finished successfully although rain limited the games. Managed by Grace Emmons, dual sports—tenniquoit, badminton, paddle tennis, aerial tennis, horseshoes, archery, lawn hi-li, and shutfleboard—ended our program. This year there was more participation in after school athletics than before. This shows a decided increase in interest toward our recreational facilities. I'aye One Hundred Tine INDIVIDUAL SPORTS Individual sports are becoming more popular each year at Westfield High. These sports give the girls an opportunity to show personal skill rather than ability for team work. The addition of Miss Acker as another instructor of physical education made it possible to introduce the modern dance, fencing, and archery. The modern dance has developed as rapidly as any of these and we are proud of the original dances of the girls. This year topped others because we had the honor of having a dance symposium to which we invited two hundred and fifteen girls from surrounding towns. On account of the large number of fencers this year, they were divided into beginning and advanced groups. At the conclusion of their training, two tournaments in which the winners were Barbara Butcher and Jeanne Lever, were held. Archery is the last, but not the least, of our individual sports. Although it is the oldest sport known, it has been adopted by the high schools in their physical education curricula, only recently. This is the most individual of all because it is possible to develop and improve your skill by yourself; yet the sport lends itself readily to an intra-mural or an inter-scholastic program. Our school holds annual archery tournaments. DUAL SPORTS The opening of the Girls' Athletics in the dual sport field took place when the Mother-Daughter Badminton Tournament, an innovation this year, began. Under the guidance of Swifty this was an outstanding success, having thirty-two entries, including the following senior girls: Kitty Smith, F.leanor Haysman, Louella Preckwinkle, Carolyn Grady, Lucille Smith, Pat Cavanagh, Jeanne Lever, Francis Filsinger, Rosetta Purvis, and Betty Watrous. All the matches were closely contested; and. when the smoke of play had cleared, it showed Mildred Lever and her badminton-mother, Mrs. R. Ewart, the victors over Jeanne Lever and her mother, Mrs. D. N. Lever. This event promises to become an annual affair, judging from the interest shown by all the participants and their many friends and spectators. Now, after a short season of baseball, the girls are eagerly looking forward to the other dual sports. The list of these games includes such varied ones as paddle tennis, aerial tennis, hi-li (the Americanized lawn version), badminton, horseshoes, shuffleboard, and renniquoit. Official rules are followed in all of the dual sport tournaments except hi-li, for which, as yet, there are no official rules. Conducted by a general manager, this season proved to be the best that Westfield High has seen. Pane One Hundred Five TEAM SPORTS Just as football opened the sports program for Westfield High boys, held hockey inaugurated the girls' sports schedule for the school year, 1939-1940. This activity predominantly held sway among the girls during the fall season. Jean Richards, as manager, was outstanding in the performance of her duties. Soon after the hockey season closed, basketball, another sport which demands teamwork and co-operation, began. This popular sport attracted a host of girls. Shirley Maiden was elected manager. The basketball season was temporarily discontinued while plans were made for the Girls' Annual Gym Program. Volley ball, managed by Kitty Smith, also requires co-operation. Although it has a short season and is, comparatively speaking, a minor sport, it provided opportunity for those girls who wished to participate in a sport but who found other sports too strenuous. In the spring, a young girl's fancy turns enthusiastically to baseball. The baseball season, tix , is a short one, but it is a very popular one. Angela Salo-mone very ably held the position of manager. In each of the aforementioned sports, the sophomores, juniors, and seniors competed for the championship. Class teams were selected by Miss Swift, Miss Acker, the manager, and the three class captains. I’uiji One Hundred Six G. A. C. I went) -mx representatives from the Senior, Junior and Sophomore homerooms made up the Girls' Athletic Committee of 1940. This committee, under the able chairmanship of Shir lev Marden, assisted by Joan Baylis, vice-chairman, ami Ginna Mulford, secretary, has succeeded in doing other things besides governing girls' sports. W GIRLS Dorris Bense, Patricia Cavanagh. June Conrad. Carolyn Grady. Mar J _ Hall, Virginia Harrison. Shirley K. Hering, Klizabcth 11 ilferty. Kdilh Johansen. Jeanne Lever, Shirley Marden, Kay Reed, Jean Richards, Carolyn Robinson, Angela Salamonc, Betty Thomas, Betty Watrous. Paye One Hundred Seven Puye One Hundred Nine CLASS WILL We, the motley crowd of nineteen hundred forty, realizing that we, of perverted wit and dazzling personalities, are no longer a match for the Juniors, Sophomores, and the authoritative party, namely, the faculty, do hereby leave and bequeath to them all that we have found or might have found dear, since we are of undeniably sentimental character. The provisions which we make are the following: No student shall come into an inheritance 1. Who has not received detention for passing through the front door. 2. Who has ever been a teacher's pet. 3. Who has never been excluded from the library. 4. Who has not been decimated. 5. Who has never made a new path in the lawn. No faculty member shall come into an inheritance 1. Who has never given detention. 2. Who has shown favoritism to students who work on the five-year First: To Dr. Neubauer we leave a private garage, equipped with lock and key so that he may concentrate on his work. Second: To Mr. Foose we leave a table for two. Third: To incoming seniors with cars we leave the pleasure and privilege of chauffeuring Mr. Warner to the train every afternoon. Fourth: To Mr. Gesner's Lovebirds we bequeath a new set of garbage cans to perch on, equipped with screens to hide them from le professeur’s eyes. Fifth: To the future homeroom 115 we will tell all our secrets as to the best ways to get around Miss Hammell. Sixth: To future classes of Mr. Tolliver we leave Emily Post's newest book on etiquette. Seventh: To future 5th, 6th, and yth period girls' gym classes we leave a one-piece curtain with zippers. Eighth: To Miss Bordner we leave a mechanical man to replace Lloyd Johnston. Ninth: To the Junior Class we leave the personality and refinement that comes with the Senior year. Tenth: To Miss Brinser we leave a whole class of boys named Salter to eliminate her difficulties. Eleventh: To all the underclass girls we leave a box of Hi-Y pins. Twelfth: To anyone who wants it, we leave the knowledge we didn't get. Witnessed in 'Jedge Allen’s court room, in the year of the innovation of the Wrestling Club, Mr. Johnson's enterprise as a father, Mr. Lenox's engagement, and our honorable discharge. plan. WITNESSES: EXECUTORS: Snuffy Coy Grandpappy Mr. Kitzel Zeb Jedge Allen Zack I'uj e One Unwind Ten SINCE YOU WON'T TELL US. WE'LL INVENT OUR OWN! 1. Constantine Blair Rogers 2. Carol Eliza Brinser 3. Margaret Boadicea Dietrich 4. Alice Mehitabel Bible 5. Walter Elihu Johnson 6. Robert Lancelot Foose 7. Edmund Catalinc Allen 8. Dolores Winnie-The-Pooh Bordner 9. Frank Napoleon Neubauer 10. Harriet Samantha Howard 11. Gaston Benito Gesner 12. Bernice Cyclamen Kimball 13. Roy Diogenes Tolliver 14. William Hannibal Warner 15. Linda Minnehaha Johnson 16. Annie Persephone Hewitt 17. Harper Egremont Adams 18. Paul Aloysius Berger 19. Richard Lemuel Goodrich 20. Paul Leonidas De Haas 21. Olive Euphrosyne Hammell 22. Brose Eliphalet Thompson 23. Leroy Buster Lenox 24. Doris Matilda Acker 25. Gertrude Mimosa Swift 26. Alice Franconia Pelton 27. Robert Lucretius Duncan 28. Harold Ananias Shaterian 29. Charles Algernon Philhower 30. Jerusha Isabella Dodds 31. Joseph Wuchang Freeman, Jr. 32. Ruth Wisteria Cameron 33. Dama Esmeralda Hill EMILIA LUPTAK—Best Drag With iW y—GEORGE TIEFT 1’iiyc One Hundred Eleven Glamour versus simplicity They found the pot of gold Five little visitors from Antarctica You name it; we cant! Seeing things at night Westfield paints a pretty model 'Jedge' Allen's court Charm bracelet charms Four prominent Europeans Sultan Lippy entertains ’ Groucho Mary and her lamb I FORM I CHCAP ‘old haps furope OUR PRESIDENT, AN HONEST POLITICIAN Clyde Shropshire, the all-American Fuzzy-Wuzzy whose picture you see here, is an authentic mountaineer, since he was born in the Wat-chung Mountains. Honest Clyde, a self-made man, rose to great heights because of the altitude of his early environment. He started smoking the pipe you see in this still life study at the ripe age of nine months, cut his teeth on his Pappy's squirrel rifle, and fought in his first feud at the age of four and a half. Educated beyond the average mountaineer. President Clyde is proof against the propaganda put out by Burma Shave. He declined to give any information (he’s shy and reticent), but it is undoubtedly his hairy, virile appearance that attracts all the women. It was a great day for this virtuous lad when he found a pair of suspenders in the woods where some city-slickers had had a picnic. When asked for his formula for success, Honest Clyde seemed to think for a while, looked down at his bare feet, and said, Well, most folks is agin book lamin', but I jess stand on a book and it all soaks in! —The City Slickers. SUZANNE HAYNES—Class Wit—CLYDE SHROPSHIRE I'M A LONELY HEART, ARE YOU? We'll Arrange a Rendez-Vous! D. W. B. Company—Homeroom 101 Look-It-Up” Department, If vou like a boy with brains. Call Westfield 2-3592—(Crunch I. Or. if you’d rather Crow yourself, Call our 0361—R branch. But. if your Marks must have Their faces lifted, it’s 3373-K (.'): And, if you’d like a girl named Kdith, 2755 has a car! Some people like a nice hot time; We have a surc-FIRE tip for you! Call Westfield 2—two-thousand— Ur 0188 (O. K. Bea?) will do. You don’t have to be a fisherman To call a Hering at 3969, do you? Ur, if you take 2—0574—R, Cavanagh will be as good as two! Still, if you’re shy and want a partner, This one’s vour best bet:— Honest Clyde (call 2854—R) Is a boy you’ll have to get. For those who play the clarinet And can’t get on without a Reed, We have a little number, too; 4415—J is all you need. So, you see, we’re well-supplied— With charming lovelies and many a suave young pup. Don’t forget—if you need a friend, We have the number. We’ll “Look-it-up’’! I'agi One Hundred Fourteen MURDER ON THE TRACK by Lupt 'ni Eiutak This top-flight best-seller, exploited by Annual, Inc., is one of the most gruesome tales in the history of murder stories. It has had a faster success than even the publishers anticipated; in fact, it was a household word fairly before the corpse fell over the dead-line. The story features the flaming character. Snoop Johnston, who tracks down a criminal faster than the criminal can burn up the track. It is rumored that this super-detective doesn't come under the heading, Any similarity to persons living or dead is purely coincidental. The inset is the frontispiece of MURDER ON THE TRACK. It is an authentic photograph and is said to have inspired this story of torture, horror, and indescribable agony. Who murdered the leering cadaver? How was the piercing weapon removed from his abdomen? Who were the suspects? Why were they liquidated? Where is the murderer hiding? Where are you going to hide if Snoop Johnston doesn't find him? All these and other questions are answered in MURDER ON THE TRACK, and every horrible ordeal is illustrated. Read it! Talk about it! Boost the business of Annual, Inc.! MERLE HUMPHREY—Class Humorist—GEORGE TIFFT Page One Hundred Fifteen PERSONALS INSTRUCTION: Reasonable rates for lecture on ,‘Ho v to Drive” or Conclusive proof that two objects cannot occupy the same space at the same time.” Sec Audrey Jacobs. WANTED: Any excess powers of concentration found floating around, so that we can understand what Miss Bordner says when she says it. Please see Leslie Herrick or Pat Cavanagh. JOBS WANTED: We are expert snake charmers. Ruth Dawson and Lois Redell. WANTED: Someone (particularly a girl) to he my brains. Walter Kelly. FOR A SMALL SUM I shall give easy lessons in modern dancing and romance; for reference see Sr. Day audience. Sultan Lippy. WOULD YOU LIKE to know all about your classmates' private affairs? See Lloyd Johnston, president of Snoop Inquire, Detective Agency. BARGAIN! I will sell my privilege of breaking glass in the auditorium at a sacrifice. Salter Clark. WILL PAY good prices for brighter pajama tops to wear in Miss Brinser's English class. Jure Hanson. ANYONE knowim thc whereabouts of a victrola with which one does not have to deal lovingly, notify Miss Brinser or Messrs. Edmund Cranch, George Tifft, and Jack Hopkins at nearest opportunity. DO YOU LIKE cream puffs? Then tell Shirley Peniston when your birthday is. WANTED: A home-study course in piano playing. See Ethelniae Pritchard. MALE STUDENTS desiring blind dates see Miss Bordner lor phone numbers. WANTED: One date for the Junior Prom. I am tall, naive, and will be properly chaperoned. M. PACE INSTITUTE Cultural-Occupational Courses The programs of day school and evening school study include the following: ACCOUNTANCY AND BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ACCOUNTANCY PRACTICE (C.P.A.) ADVERTISING AND MARKETING SELLING AND MARKETING SECRETARIAL PRACTICE ADVANCED SHORTHAND SHORTHAND REPORTING (C.S.R.) PHOTOGRAPHY REAL ESTATE • INSURANCE A Junior or Senior high school student may make tentative reservation of class place to be available after hit'll school graduation (no obligation) and be placed on mailing list of The Pace Student—official magazine of Pace Institute. Diploma courses are accredited by New York State Education Department. C. P. A. courses are approved by both New York and New Jersey. General Bulletin with occupational booklet on any desired course will be sent upon request. BArclay 7-8200. PACE INSTITUTE 225 BROADWAY, NEW YORK THE NEW YORK SCHOOL OF SECRETARIES Summer 1940 A comprehensive course of private secretarial training for early fall positions. A comprehensive fee that includes all books, supplies and expenses. A comprehensive plan of payment. Let us tell what our graduates are doing. 3-12 MADISON AVENUE NEW YORK VA 6-0953 Page One I In ml red Sixteen Page One Hundred Seventeen The Class of 1940 wish to acknowledge their appreciation of the friendly spirit and efficient service of their professional photographer, John J. McCutcheon 117 WESTFIELD AVENUE ELIZABETH, N. J. Announcement We announce with pleasure the return of our classmate, Ju lith Loebman, from Newark and are glad that she i graduating with us. It is regretful that she could not suffer with us at 117 Westfield Avenue. Elizabeth. Now we shall have to imagine her charm in future years. During her stav in Westfield she has been a member of the Librarv Council and has also been a magazine and yearbook typist. BERKELEY-LLEWELLYN SCHOOL FOR YOUNG WOMEN Affiliate: Berkeley School East Orange, N. J. One-ycar intensive secretarial course preparing high-school graduates and college women exclusively for business. Individualized instruction under distinguished university faculty. Charmingly appointed terrace-garden studios. Restricted enrollment. Placement servico. For bullotin. address the Director. GRAYBAR BUILDING. 420 Lexington Ave., New York. N. Y. MOhawk 4-1673 PERSONALS WARNING! Beware of dark-haired female whose hobby is collecting Hi-Y pins by obvious methods. Bert Silbcrg. WANTED: (preferably a genius) to answer all questions asked by Mr. Goodrich. Part time only. 7th and 8th periods. Good pay. WANTED: A practice-teacher that doesn't stay very long. Students in General. FOR SALE: Top soil (lots of crust). AH the. dirt you want cheap. See Byron Stuart. FOR SALE: A living corpse. See Clark Hulings. HUMANE write-ups guaranteed. Pat Cardillo. BARGAIN! Portraits at any price. Any similarity to persons living or dead is purely coincidental. Paul Fitzgerald. WE'LL SELL all our rights to heckling Miss Bruiser and being decimated for it. Sam Arhes and 8th period English IN' class. AT THE DROP of a hat I will give interesting speeches on Why wc will get into the war.' Mr. Freeman. LESSONS on how t argue with teachers and come out on top. Reference — Mr. Tolliver. Dick Pringle. DO YOU WANT me to mind your business for you? Saves you time ami trouble. Jeanne Lever. FOR SALE CHEAP Nice nicknames. Mopey and Mohair. FOR SALE, cheap, left Johnson. ■over cigars. Mr. Victor titte Oik Hundred Eighteen PHOTOTYPE ENGRAVING COMPANY, INC. PHILADELPHIA, PA. Page One Hundred Nineteen