Wethersfield High School - Elm Yearbook (Wethersfield, CT)

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DONALD OAKLEY BENEDICT To those who know him. Ben is one of those fortunate persons who never seems to have a care in the world. He usually has a happy word for everybody and is noted for his smile. Ben is a ltttle undecided about his future but whether he enters the busi- ness world. joins the Navy, or attends college. we know he'll get by with his pleasant char- deter. Track 3. DONALD BITTNHR Bitt is known for his sharp wit. smart clothes. and weakness lor blondes. His clever humor has brightened our classrooms' and halls during our high school years. Bitt also has a serious side. He assumes responsibility and works conscientiously. His hard work and keen sense of humor will carry him far in any field he chooses. Class Soccer 1, 2, 3: Class Bas- ketball 2, 3: Varsity Baseball 2, 3. 4: Nutmeg Boys State 3: Elm Staff 4. GEORGE WINTI-l'ROP BHAGDON. IH- One of the -lfveliest and most congenial fellows in our class. George excels on the track as well as in the classroom. His classmates of '51 will always re- call his pleasant personality and jovial manner and we're sure he'll make good in his career as a dairy farmer. Track 1. 2. 3. 4: Soccer Manager 2: Light Technician 3, 4: Movie Projectionists Club 2. 3. 4: Senior Play Staff: Elm Leaves 2, 3: Traf- fic Squad 4: Fire Squad 3, 4: Iunior Prom 3: Freshman Recep- tion 4. LOIS ALICE BRON SON possesses a warm and friendly personality. She always has a smile for everyone and ls a natural for making new friends. Lo is noted for her jovial nature, and with her ways. she's sure to succeed in the business world. Girls Sports l. 2: Senior Plays Staff 4. IUDITHANN RENT She's cute, she's witty, she's full of fun. That's Iudy ! Her re- marks in Democracy will be re- membered by everyone, and she is always seen trying to gulp down her last cookie before this class. Her carefree ways will carry her far. Glee Club l: Operetta 1: Dra- matic Club 2. 3: Girl's Sports 4: Elm Staff 4: Foreign Policy Club 4. CHARLES BOSSIDY Boss has started and has gone all the way ever since he entered the halls of W.H.S. His quiet manner. which is ca- pable of bounding joy. never lacking in sportsmanship and al- ways playing for the good of the game, have won him a place in our hearts which will be secure as long as anyone plays ball. After graduation Boss plans to attend Morse or Hillyer Business College. Class Soccer 1, 2, 3. 4: Class Basketball 1. 3. 4: Student Coun- cll 1, 2. 3: Varsity Basketball 2: Varsity Baseball 2. 3. 4: Sopho- more Hop Comm. 2: Iunior Prom Comm. 3: Letterman's Club 3. MURIEL LOUISE BRAINARD There is something about Merle that demands the respect of her classmates. Maybe it is her pleas- ant smile, her willingness to help or her quiet manners. All these wonderful traits should help her to get far in the business world. Elm Leaves Staff: Senior Play Staff 4: Business Club. ARTHUR FREDERICK BROOKS Kinetic energy has nothing on Artie when he demonstrates his natural ability in the field of gymnastics or on the track. Not only does he demonstrate his skill in this manner. but when he sets out to do something it usually is accomplished in a satisfactory way. We know he will do well in his forestry or conservation training. Track 2. 3: Choir 2, 3: Tumbling Club 2: All State 3: Boy's State 3.

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ROBERT CHARLES ADAMS One of our taller seniors. Buck ls a familiar sight in the corri- dors of W. H. S. An able. willing. and welcome addition to any conversation, he is always ready with a friendly qulp. Fun to be with, he ls sure to make as many friends later on as he has here at school. IAMES WELLES ANDERSON, IR. Where there's Jimmy , there's a grin and a good word. He ls one of our future farmers. but ls as much at home under the hoop as on the farm. His ami- able nature and willingness to laugh and enjoy life find him a close friend to many. Ilm plans to attend agricultural college. Class Soccer 1. 2, 3. 4: Class Bas- ketball 1, 2, 3: Varsity Basketball 3: Fire Squad 3, 4: Traffic Squad 4: Elm Staff 4: Recreational Coun- cll 3, 4. GEORGE DELMAR BARKER George's friendly ways and ready smile have made him one of our most well-liked seniors. Consclentious and capable, he is respected by all of the many who know him. A good student, he plans to enter college in the fall. Class Basketball 2: Varsity Bas- ketball 3: Class Soccer 4: Senlor Plays 4: Traffic Squad 4. FRANCES TERESA BAUM Attractive? Sophisticated? 'l'hat's Franny , Her smooth. neat hair ls the envy of all of us. She ls quite reserved tn school. but out- slde of school-Watch Outl With her fine sense of responsibility. she ls sure to go far in her chosen field. Debating Club 1: Girls Glee Club 3: Elm Leaves Staff 3: Senlor Plays 4. JOAN AITKEN Ioanie ls a nice kid with a happy-go-lucky disposition. Her friendly smile is usually accom- panied by a little wink. Her con- siderate ways will assure her :gccess at U-Conn. next Septem- r. Choir 2. 3. 4: Senior Play Staff 4: Elm Staff 4: Girls' Sports 1, 2, 3. 4: Operetta 2: Art Club 4. EAN LOUISE BALFOUR lean has won many friends since she came to W.H.S. with her friendly and pleasing manner. Above everything else, lean loves to read and write. Getting up in the morning seems to be her hardest task. lean plans to become a legal semetary after graduation. We know she'll be very successful. Business Club 3: Elm Leaves 4: Senior Play Staff 4. MARGARET ANNE BARRY May is really a package of joy which consists of a gift of considerate ways in a box of understanding. wrapped quietly with friendliness, and tied with a pert ready smile. With these ways. how can she help but succeed at business college. May you have lots of success, May. Dramatic Club 3: Choir 4: Glee Club 4: Senlor Plays Staff 4. JUNE A. BELL Iune, one of the class' most efficient and enthusiastic work- ers. Her dependability. sweet personality and charming dlm- pled smile have made her one of our most popular classmates. Iune plans to go to New Britain Teacher's College. She ls bound to'go far with her charming man- ner and scholastic ability. Nat'l Honor Society 3, 4: Elm Staff 4: Senior Plays 4: Elm Leaves 3, 4: Iunlor Prom Queen 3: Iunior Prom Comm. 3: Fresh- man Reception Chairman 4: Rec- reational Council 3, 4: Girls' Sports 1. 2. 3. 4: Badminton 2: Youth Gov't Day 3: Bank Teller 4: Leaders' Club 3: Dramatic Club 2, 3: Business Club 3: Pa- rade of Youth Cones. 4: Class Treas. 2: Student Council 2: Traf- fic Squad 4.

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EDWARD BUDD Proudly presenting our versatile president, Budd. We cannot praise too highly his abilities as a leader, athlete and scholar. Ed's ability to stimulate and keep alive a fast-moving, cheerful and witty conversation along with his self-discipline. loyalty and driving ambition have won him the most coveted of praises and popularity. These same attributes are sure to bring him success in whatever he does. Class Soccer 1: Class Basketball 1: Athletic Council 1, 3, 4: Stu- dent Council 1. 3. 4: Sophomore Hop Comm. 2: Class President 2, 4: Boy's State 2: Varsity Soc- cer 2, 3, 4: Varsity Basketball 2. 3, 4: Varsity Baseball 2, 3, 4: Traffic Squad 2, 3. 4: Iunior Prom Comm. 3: Youth Gov't Day 3: Senior Plays 4: Elm Staff 4: Na- tional Honor Society 3. 4. ALICE IRENE BUTLER Lolly is a fun-loving character with a cute, coy smile. She has a friendly nature and an always- ready blush. Alice plans to go to the Willimantic State Teachers College and we know she'll do well there. Glee Club 1, 2: Choir 1, 2, 4: Operetta 2: French Club 2: Senior Play Staff 4: Class Soccer 1: Dramatic Club 2: Music Assist- ant 1: Swimming 2. 4: Foreign Policy Association 4. RICHARD CLARK CARPENTER Mix good cheer, sportsmanship. intelligence, and wit. and you've got Dick. Always calm. always sincere. and never angry, you can count on Dick for a helping hand and a willing spirit. Good luck, Iudge . on your career as a draftsman. Sophomore Hop Comm. Z: Youth Gov't Day 3: Freshman Recep' tion Comm. 4: Fire Squad 3, 4: Traffic Squad 4: Senior Plays 4: Elm Staff 4: Graduation Usher 3. THERESA FRANCES CARUSO Terry is the right hand man at station WCCC. You never see her without a smile on her face and her shorthand notebook in front of her. Her jovial manner and ambitious personality will surely help her in her chosen field of radio. Glee Club 1: Cheerleader 1: Dance Committee 1: Operetta 1: Dramatic Club 2: Choir 2: Class Basketball Z: Operetta Z: Elm Leaves Staff 3: Senior Plays Staff 4: Leaders Club 4. RAYMOND BURTON Ray is one ol the quieter mem- bers of our class, but neverthe- less, he is always ready to share a yum with anyone. Upon graduation, Ray intends going on to college. Class Soccer 3. WILLIAM PATRICK CAMPBELL Tex is one who will be remem- bered for his deep drawl as he spins one of his favorite yarns pertaining either to the farm or cars. At other times this lanky fellow will remain quiet and just take in all the goings on of the day. When he starts his trucking business, we'll all patronize it. HAROLD A. CARTER Some of the girls will certainly miss the well-groomed Bud . He is one who knows how to get around without beating about any bush. With his amiable per- sonality he will certainly get ahead at Connecticut Mutual In- surance Company where he plans to work. Choir 2. 3, 4: Youth Gov't Day 3: Elm Staff 4. THERESA ANN CHAMP Happy-go-lucky, without a care in the world-that's Theresa. A friendly manner and a good word for everyone make her well liked. Calm and not easily flustered, she gives her command over al- most every situation. Her warm personality and loyal friendship will carry her far towards suc- cess. Theresa plans to attend a Comptometer School. Glee Club 1: Student Ass't to Nurse 4: Business Club 3: Girls Sports 1: Senior Plays Staff 4.