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

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JEAN DAVIS Orchestra (2, 3, 4) ; Mask and Mime (2, 31 ; Cheer Squad (3, 4) ; Art Club (4) ; Spring Sports 2. 3); Spanish Club (3). One of the most talented and vivacious seniors. Jeannie with the dark brown hair” left us at Christmas time for one and only one. Her beautiful smile brightened the already bright football season, and as an artist and as first violinist in the orchestra, jean is not forgotten. NANCY DAVIS Chorus 21 ; Spanish Club (3. 4) ; Catalyst (4) ; Basketball (2). Having a simply wild time is Nancy’s prime delight. “School work should be done in school” is her motto, as she prefers to wait until she gets there to start her homework. Nothing seems to ruffle her serene spirit. She originally came from Cranford, and she still has quite a few interests there Tell us about it sometime. Nancy ROBERT DELLO RUSSO Football (2. 3. W4) ; Track (2). Mr. Freeman’s pet name for let-terman Bob is Tommy Harmon because of his powers on our undefeated football squad. Bob likes to tinker with motors and can really put them together again. We hear he is an owner of a jalopy” which is inclined to whiz around town. Because of his unquenchable pep, Bob is rumored to be the cause of various teachers’ greying hair. PHYLLIS DENNY Finance Committee (31; Girls' Sports (2, 3, 4) ; Mask and Mime (4) ; Honor Society 3. 4); Spanish Club 3, 4); French Club (21 ; Literary Club (41 ; Annual. Possessing that rare combination of outstanding scholastic ability and a pleasant, friendly nature, Phil has made an envious record in her class and after-school activities She is always first to engage in new and interesting projects, giving them the benefit of her unfailing industry. RICHARD DENNY Academic Committee (4) ; Hi's Eye 2, 4) ; Annual; Hi-Y 3, 4); Honor Society (3. President 4) ; Mask and Mime 41 ; Slide Rule Club (2) ; Track (3). The genial president of the Honor Society and sports editor of the Hi’s-Eye devotes lots of time to studies, but more to fun. The originator of the engineer’s hat fad. he's a favorite egg-signer. We hear that track calls him in a big way. jEANNE DENS Academic Committee 2 ; G.A.C. 2. 3 ; Art Club (4) ; Mask and Mime (4) ; Hockey 3. 4); Aerial Tennis (2, 3); Modern Dance (2). Slim, sun-tanned jean is distinguished by her smooth clothes, shining blond hair, and ready smile. She is one of those who take great pleasure in driving all over the countryside in the family bus. The athletic type, jean has enjoyed her chosen sports, aerial tennis, modern dance, and hockey. 24 •

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ALAN BRUCE CONLIN. )R. Senior Play Committee (4) ; Catalyst Club 4 ; Guidance Committee 14) ; Spanish Club (4); Football (2, 3) Bruce is one of the more serious members of our somewhat “slap-happy” class. Though quite a Student, he’s Still trying to figure out what he's doing in “solid . Perhaps that’s Miss Hewitt's secret. Bruce, though properly licensed, has no end of trouble obtaining that nifty blue “Zephyr.” Don’t we all? POLLY CORNINC Red Cross (2) ; Spanish Club '2. 3) ; Mask and Mime Club 2. 3. 4) ; Finance Committee (2) ; Girls’ Sports 12. 3. 4) Always full of chatter and ready for a laugh, Polly has buried her real name, Marion, so deep that few people know it exists. You’ll generally find her munching a sandwich after school at the Candy Kitchen or talking on the phone. Where could all those flowers come from? WILLIAM CONNELLEE Class Vice-President (4); Class Committees 12) ; Hi-Y Club 3. 4) ; Defense Council 4) ; Football (2, 3); Swimming »2, 3. 4). Bill, who |ust cannot be convinced that V P I shouldn't have gone to the Rose Bowl, is as dependable as he is popular. His interests run to the Hi-Y and the Y nata-tonum. Caught in the right mood. Bill can be persuaded to show you those super parodies on current songs. |EAN CUPITT Weather Vane 3. 4' . Annual; jr. Aux. (3, 4) ; Honor Society (3. 4) ; Literary Club 'Secretary 4» ; Art Club 41 ; French Club (2. 4) ; Girls’ Sports (2. 4). Being extremely capable. Jean can write an essay or a poem, create a poster or translate de Maupassant as easily as she can develop a fit of giggles She’s a member of the National Honor Society, an indication of her intellectual capacities, and moreover, she’s a wonderful friend. JAMES CONRAD Collectors’ Club «3, Vice-President 4) ; Sl.de Rule Club (3) ; H.-Y 13. 4» ; Band 12. 3. 4) ; Chorus 12, 3. 4) ; Swimming 12. 3. 4) ; Football (2). Singing, playing his tuba and studying mineralogy take up most of Jim’s time except that devoted to the young ladies. This good-looking lad, who has already crashed the model business, gets where he's going, but have you ever seen him get there on time? CILBERT DANNEHOWER Senior Play Cast; Literary Club ’4) . Athletic Council i3 ; Football 12. 3. W4 ; Baseball 2, 3. W4l ; Basketball (2). Always smiling and always adlib-bing, Gibby is the comedian of the sen.or class On the football field, Gib leaves behind his clowning tactics and concentrates on doing a terrific job at tackle We hate to mention it, but how about the Chug - a - Luggers? Nice going. G D • 23

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WINIFRED DERCE Class Secretary (2) ; Senior Play Committee (4 ; Cheer Squad i2 ; Red Cross 3»; Latin Club I3 ; Mask and Mime Club 12. 31; Jr. Aux. (2. 3. 41 ; Sports 12. 3). Distinguished is definitely the word for this peppy senior who’s always starting some new fad. It’s said that Winnie has a weakness for fuzzy mittens, bowling, and two lunch periods per day. This gal didn't even let the sugar shortage get her down. ELIZABETH EASTERBROOKS Library Council (2. 3). Elizabeth, one of those perennially cheerful souls who can soothe the most savage disposition, is always ready with a smile and the latest gossip. She’ll make you remember that old song. Somebody Loves Me. Since she is usually first to arrive and last to leave on every occasion, she is entrusted with many tasks, for everyone knows her dependability. Her favorite amusement is theatre trips. ALAN EBERSOLE Band (2. 3. 4) ; Football »2. 31; Orchestra 13 ; Track (3) ; Softball (2. 3. 4). Alan is synonymous with drums —remember him beating out Mr. Ingram’s Bolero at the annual Band Concert5 His second-best talent is turning on that come hither smile , and they do come! It’s pretty hard to ruffle Al’s smooth personality, but don't try it—he’s quite a sharpshooter. Look out Krupa—you've some competition here! 4 » CORDON ECERT Football (2, 3, W4) ; Basketball (2. 3. 41. This stalwart tackle is talented on a basketball floor, too. As for baseball, he’s only waiting for a contract The Admiral and General Sherman commute regularly between here and Elizabeth A rare inclination for physics and a passion for tall tales combine to make Davey O one of the great and noble of our senior class. FRANK EPPS Tennis (Manager 2, W3. W4 ; Football (41 ; Slide Rule Club (21. One of those happy-go-lucky fellows who somehow manage to do the right thing at the right time. Frank has an indefinable something about him that wins him many friends. Recognized by his award sweater, earned after three busy years as tennis manager, or by that certain blonde at his side. Frank’s also the man for that ticklish physics problem. BEVERLY FISCHER Finance Committee (2. 3 ; Red Cross (2) ; Spanish Club (2. 3, 4 ; Mask and Mime (2, 3, 4) ; Girls’ Sports (2). Smooth and sophisticated Bev is an ardent rooter among ardent rooters at basketball, football, and baseball games. She has a fondness for those nice clothes that accent her tall, dark good looks. Her happiest hours are those spent between classes when she is interrupted only by Mr Gesner. • 25