Collingdale High School - Colsenian Yearbook (Collingdale, PA)

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JOSEPH F. QUIRK ACADEMIC Joe might be a little short in stature, but he is not in the least short of the qualifications of a true athlete-sportsman- ship, teamwork, and skill. When he is not practicing for some athletic fray, joe is engaged elsewhere for the honor of C. H. S. - A. A. Council, X, Basketball, X, Baseball, X, XI, XII, Football, X, XI, XII, Track, X, XI, XII, Varsity Club, XI, XII, Class Vice-President, XII, Hi-Y, XII. ELIZABETH B. RILEY COMMERCIAL Cheerful as the day is long, and on her lips, a merry song. Bets, ever conscientious, moves quickly from one task to an- other with unusually efficient alacrity. Duties are a genuine pleasure to Bets , always neat and trim in appearance. Glee Club, X, Operetta, X, XI, A Cappella Choir, XI, XII, Bloomsburg Club, XII, Library Club, XII, Probies' Club, XII, Secretary to Teacher, XII, THE COLSENIAN Staff, XII. NORMAN L. RITCHIE PRACTICAL ARTS Every class has someone who is adept at interrogating, we have Norman. He always wants to know, why ? However, Norm has not lent all of his activity to the classroom, for he has contributed greatly to the team's success on the grid- iron. Band, X, Track, X, XI, XII, Football, XI, XII, Hi-Y, XII. WILLARD A. RITTER PRACTICAL ARTS As president of the local tall story club and as past master of the art of magazine reading, Will is one of our favorite pals. His presence and his drollery have brought light moments to relieve many a tedious hour. Band, X, Chef Club, X, Glee Club, X, Orchestra, X, Track, X, Manager, XI, XII, Hi-Y, XI, XII, Cinema Club, XII. kgs WARREN A. ROACH ACADEMIC We need not explain why Warren received the nickname Gabby. That is apparent. Neither do we need to explain that he is a hard hitting linesman, a reliable player on the basketball team, and even goes in for baseball. Need we ex- plain that Gabby is an athlete? Baseball, X, XI, XII, Basketball, X, XI, XII, Football, X, XI, XII, Varsity Club, XI, XII. WILLIAM C. ROBISON ACADEMIC Bill possesses all the attributes of a good student, that is, interest in everything about him, insight as to what is best to do, confidence in what he knows is right, and determination to realize' the goal he has set. We are proud of you, Bill. Hi-Y, X, XI, Baseball, X, XI, XII, Varsity Club, XII. MADELINE M. ROCHE COMMERCIAL Madge is ready to assume responsibility at all times. She serenely and collectedly carries out her duties, and a word of complaint is never heard from her. Madge's gentle manner and eagerness to accomplish have contributed to the success of her happy school life. ,Glee Club, X, Operetta, X, Library Club, XI, THE COL- SENIAN Staff, XII. ' MARY E. RODGERS ACADEMIC Mary always escapes our grasp and hides behind her wall of reserve just when we think we know her. But after the glimpse we had of her as the motherly Mrs. Parker in our class play, we discovered one possessed of real talent. A Cappella Choir, XI, XII, Operetta, XI, XII, Class Play, XII,

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MYRTLE P. OHME ACADEMIC To Myrtle we give our deepest appreciation for the warm sympathy and refinement she has always brought us, and for the sweet graciousness and kindliness she has always shown us. We are sincerely grateful for having had the opportunity to know her. Glee Club, X, Operetta, X, XI, A Capella Choir, XI, XII, Probies' Club, XII. S. LOUISE OSTER COMMERCIAL A Dresden china doll, lovely, fragile-that can be no one but Louise. We lind her seeming aloofness fascinating, her teasing smile captivating, and her convincing portrayal of Selma in our play-well, we leave that to you. Glee Club, X, A Cappella Choir, X, XI, Hockey, X, XI, Operetta, X, XI, Hi-Y, XI, XII, Bloomsburg Club, XII, Class Play, XII, Secretary to Teacher, XII. ROBERT J. PATTERSON ACADEMIC With a willing spirit and a happy heart, Pat is a good- natured and habitually cheerful person. The varying array of his activities bespeaks his ready friendliness and' cooperation, while his numerous friends attest to his adaptability. Collaumi, X, Class Play, XI, Hi-Y, XI, XII, Football, XII, THE COLSENIAN Staff, XII. HAZEL D. PAXTON COMMERCIAL Hazel can best be described by her affability. Need we re- mark that Rosalie is to be sought, if Haze is to be found, but we should remark that her efficient preparation of daily assign- ments entitles her to a place of regard in our memories. Glee Club, X, Cinema Club, XI, Probies' Club, XII. J. DONALD PLOTNER ACADEMIC Some five feet of gleeful connivance topped off with a wisp of rusty-colored hair, and a countenance liberally sprinkled with freckles comprise our Don. Though he is quite a disturber, at times, of the general peace, Don does everything in the spirit of fun. Band, X, XI, Chef Club, XII, Hi-Y, XII. DOROTHY A. POST COMMERCIAL This is the lady with the business approach, brisk and habit- ually smiling, with immaculate precision in appearance and in the management of school business. We envy, no, we are glad that Dot possesses these admirable qualities. Glee Club, X, Operetta, X, XI, A Cappella Choir, XI, XII, Colbums, XI, XII, Hi-Y, XI, XII, Bloomsburg Club, XII, THE COLSENIAN Staff, XI, XII. HAROLD J. PURCELL PRACTICAL ARTS In the future when we think of reliance and self-possession, our reflections will bring back memories of Perk in the roll of the drummer boy. The quiet kind he'll always be, and to success he holds the key. Band, X, XI, Orchestra, X, XI, XII, Football, XI, XII. WILLIAM S. QUAILE ACADEMIC Lefty is one person who has captured the enviable trait of usually being around, but seldom being heard. Always indus- trious and sincere, he can be easily described as a regular fellow. And as for a handy first baseman, a better one can- not be found. Cinema Club, X, Baseball, X, XI, XII, Chef Club, XII.

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WALTER S. ROSHIO COMMERCIAL Where are those appetizing aromas coming from? We open a door, and beyond it we find Walt baking a cake or some other such delicacy. But to us this is hardly representative of Walt,', for it is his gentlemanly conduct and approach that are his real assets. A Cappella Choir, XI, Football, XI, Science Club, XI, XII, Track, XI, Chef Club, XII. JOAN E. SADLER COMMERCIAL Docile Joan surprises everyone by being exceedingly clever and capable, as ,shown by her characterization of the impotent, spiritless maid in our class play. With ease of manner, joan ambles about school, but play the latest song hit, and she just sparkles with the joy of the dance. Cinema Club, XI, Class Play, XII, Operetta, XII. ROSE E. SCHROAT COMMERCIAL Rose is continually brimming over with scintillating twinkles of mischief, add her infectious laugh, and you have a perfect antidote for the deepest despondency. On the business side, Rose's energy seems inexhaustible and should carry her far in commercial pursuits. Glee Club, X, Operetta, X, XI, A Cappella Choir, XI, XII, Collmmr, XI, XII, Hi-Y, XI, Treasurer, XII, Blooms- burg Club, XII, Secretary to Teacher, XII, THE COLSENIAN Staff, XI, XII. JOHN J. SCHULZ PRACTICAL ARTS john is the lone photographer of our class, and he spends most of his spare time in pursuit of this worthwhile and in- teresting hobby. It is worthwhile, in that it may be a step- ping stone to wider and more prohtable opportunities. MILDRED E. SCHWARZ COMMERCIAL Always an ardent and enthusiastic listener in a busy world too full of endless chatter, Mil, is an unusual member of our group, Because of this, she is thoroughly at ease in any situation with a Winsome smile that could attract even the stoniest heart. Glee Club, X, Bloomsburg Club, XII, Class Play, XII, Secretary to Teacher, XII, THE COLSENIAN Staff, XI, XII. ROBERTA R. SHALLCROSS COMMERCIAL just put Bobbie into sports and she will feel right at home. Not only does she excel in sportsmanship, but her unruf- fled calm pilots her through many trying situations. In spite of her numerous achievements, she maintains an impartial friendliness to all. Glee Club, X, Operetta, X, XI, Hi-Y, X, XI, XII, Hockey, X, XI, XII, A Cappella Choir, XI, XII. RUTH A. SHALLCROSS ACADEMIC In search of a pleasing voice? If so, we recommend Ruth. Not only does she vocalize with unusual clarity and technique, but she is also adept at creative art. All in all, Ruth is a very cordial and pleasant person to know. Glee Club, X, A Cappella Choir, X, XI, XII, Basketball, X, XI, XII, Operetta, X, XI, XII, Cheerleader, XI, XII. FLORENCE C. SINEX COMMERCIAL What would you conjecture as to Florence's life interest? You cannot guess? Let us see. Perhaps she will be an artist, she does like to sketch. Perhaps she will travel, she likes that, too. But whatever she chooses, she cannot fail, for she has the determination to succeed. Glee Club, X, Operetta, X, XII. Cinema Club, X, XI, XII, Collingdale Aces, XI.