Brentwood High School - Anthem Yearbook (Pittsburgh, PA)

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SE lllll UFPICEHS President .4 ....... .................... I ack Schmutz Vice President . . . .,.. lames Engel Secretary ...... .... A da Murray Treasurer .... .... O wen Fox With the conclusion of this school year we, as seniors, regret leaving Brent- wood High School. During these memorable years we have made many lasting friendships and have grown in stature and in wisdom. ln September the senior class met, and under the sponsorship of Mr. Potter elected class officers. Special high-lights of our senior year were the annual class party and Arsenic and Old Lace, the play in which nearly half the boys of the senior class died a violent but temporary death by poison. During the course of the year a number of students decided they could best serve their country by enlisting before graduation in the various armed forces. March first, another group of boys transferred to Defense School where they acquired skills in the manual arts so necessary tor supplying the fighting front. june second brought Commencement -ethis year more than ever a true commencement of a future uncertain yet fraught with opportunities to serve. For the part our years at Brentwood played in making us more able to serve, we are grateful, Antliemipage l5

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SE IUR FUHUM FIRST SEMESTER OFFICERS President George Dewalt Vice-President Rolland Ackelson Secretary Dorothy Cannon Assistant Secretary Margie Deutsch Treasurer Carl Zuber MEMBERS George Pariitt Cell Quinn Raymond Dunsey Merle Brickner Rose Anna Toriskey Blair Thomas Russell Mathews Frank Britt toe Bowden jerry Keefe Ioan Schaefer Iohn Evans Bob Murray Bob Will Russ Augenstein Mike Duff Glenn Rollins Bob Vandegrift Iames Engel Dave Gould Bill Melvin George Zuber Q Q-gf gf IJQIX if 1' f'fJc i gf The Student Forum was introduced into Brentwood High School in 1937, with the objective of student participation and control in student activities and voluntary organization. The name was changed last fall to Senior Forum when the lunior High School organized its own governing body. Much of the success of the Student Forum is due to the assiduous though unobtrusive efforts of its sponsor, Miss Moore. Forum members are student representatives, elected by the student body. Home room presidents who compose the Forum must meet high standards. Elections are held in September and lanuary for the two successive terms. The executive department, comprised of five officers, the presi- dent, vice president, secretary, assistant secretary and the treasurer, is elected a week before the representatives. Executive candidates must apply and be interviewed. ln the five years oi the Forum's existence it has supervised school activities and brought about the Get Acguainted Hour during which Mt. Oliver students and Brentwood students begin lasting friendships. The Handbook first appeared in 1941 and accomplished its purpose of explaining the school's curricula and extra-curricular activities. There is a Lost and Found Department, which renders useful service. Noon dancing, tea dances and after-garne dances, as well as the big evning dances, are under Forum organization to provide entertain- ment tor all. The Calendar, Date Book and Dance Committee have been introduced for student convenience. The Forum has recently sponsored the Senior Award System. ln a successful War Stamp and Bond Drive the Sl5,UOU goal was reached in one half the appointed time, and another SSl5,UOU goal was set. ln addition, control of the General Fund and of the Activities Fund goes to the Forum. Next year Brentwood may expect a revised Handbook from the Forum's eitorts as one of its many contributions to student welfare. Seniors are appreciative oi the opportunity to operate their own government. They congratulate their representatives on a successful year. Anthem-Pag e l 4 SECGND SEMESTER OFFICERS President Bob Bock Vice President Mike Duff Secretary Dorothy Cannon Assistant Secretary Ruth Demrne Treasurer lack Kraft MEMBERS loan Stogren Merle Porter Nick Winovitch Edward Dowling Sally Heuple lack O'Brien Mona Cochran lim Keeie Perry Bowden Bob Black Reid Stewart lohn Evans Ken Lewis Bob Will lack Kraft Ben Hish Norma Rahe Earl Yost lim Engel Dave Gould Bill Melvin Tom Yochum

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Tall, gracious lane Alberter came to B. H. S. in her lunior yearAUshers' Club president, character actress and friend extraordinary . . . An impressive list ot activities tol- lows Dorcas Albright's name, not the least of which is her fine portrayal ot Abby Brewsterg her blood-curdling scream will long haunt the halls ot B. H. S .... lean Arnoni likes her music either from the radio or the dance floor. Her am- bition is to become a singer with an orchestra . . . Initia- tive, spirit and athletic ability make Bob Bazley's popularity. Or, girls, could it be his wavy hair and broad shoulders? . . . Betty Beard's appetite for four years of Latin is amazing. Has the distinctive hobby oi collecting the medals of a cer- tain sharpshooter. Supplying the Senior Class with clothes seems to be the hobby of Porky Beckman, the boy with the postprand- ial look. Loves to play Boogie Woogie music on the piano. . . . Bob Blum's whole life is centered around the army these days. loined the army twenty-tive years to the day after his iather's induction . . . The Superman of B. H. S., handsome Bob Bock is good company and an all around athlete. Oh yes, he also has a way with the women . . . Eileen Bolton's pleasant smile has done wonders for her with the Army Air Corps. Her welcome to the newcomers of B. H. S. is oqually winning . . . incessant talking and an active imagination combine to make Alice Born an interesting public speaker. Her earnest determination will help her achieve her goal in lite. 512 1035 Ul7,1lEl Dynamic is the word tor MINARET Editor Marion Braw- dyfin her journalism, her class work and her jitterbug- ging . . . Tall, dark and handsome Roy Brown has an en- thusiasm tor the Navy, closely followed by a recent appree ciation for the art ot dancing . . . Our social gadabout, Dick Butler will be remembered for a blond mop, a compelling laugh, movies that break clown and a sinister Boris Karloff. . . . Two main interests in school characterize Louise Cape pelli-commercial work and participation in all sports . . . Where do l go next period? asks Doris Coleman. Often sings ltalian Songs in gym classes. Harriet Connor's pleasant smile and efficient manner should cheer many a patient when she has completed that nursing course she plans to take after graduation. . . ANTHEM Editor and capitalist, Harold Davis, the Brain:' of the Senior Class, will never admit defeat . . . A neat, conservative dresser, Zelinda DeAngelis is a sincere girl. Has made a place for herself with her classmates . . . Millie Decker's sense ot humor works like a magnet. She always attracts a crowd with her antics . . . Ruth Demme, etiicient President of the Tri4Hi-Y, and one of the leads of the Senior play, is an outstanding Senior. Her untiring school spirit and hearty laughter will long be remembered. Anthem-Page l6