Ferndale High School - Reflector Yearbook (Johnstown, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 92 of the 1942 volume:

. . . Evelyn . . . Lizzy ... El .. . Gussie. . . Stamp . . . Peacher . . . Freddy . . . Click . . . Lucy . . . Clacky . . . Punch . . . Nan . . . Essie . . . Nonie . . . Cookie ... Sis .. . Ginny ... Wolf ... M. L. ... Sally ... Shrimp ... Gretch ... Sim . . . Mimi . . . Young Emil . . . Hermit . . . Yutz . . . Todd . . . Cherry . . . . . . Wink . . .Beatty . . . EU . . . Red . . . Jake . . . Ray . . . Les . . . Bingo . . . Hooney . . . Cannon-ball . . . Dick . . . Handsome . . . Dodo . . . Tub . . . Cushey . . . Dizzy . . . Izzy . . . Shorty . . . Andy . . . Bob . . . Rabbit . . . Chubby . . . Jim . . . Bill . . . Hessy . . . Hindy . . . Walt . . . Ada . . . Hunt . . . Ferndale Joe . . . Margie . . . Lo . . . Midge . . . Stvosie . . . Dush . . . I ee . . . Bonnie . . . Katie . . . Ted . . . Sammy . . . Curly . . . Taney . . . fjanky . . . Cecily Kid . . . Skip . . . Pretzel . . . Peivee . . . Mose . . . Rych . . . Dee . . . Jake . . . Kay . . . Adam . . . Sharkie . . . Connie . . . Little Stahl . . . Stutzie . . . Chree . . . Grinder . . . Eye . . . Speed . . . Tervus . . . Winnie . . . Woody . . . Ev . . . J.eauger . . . Snipe . . . Luke . . . Windy . . . Wese . . . Peanie . . . Mole . . . Special . . . Gimpy . . . Jo . . . W illie . . . Jeannie . . . Phil . . . Babs . . . Chris . . . Dunny . , . Bud ... Bimsy . . . Squirl . . . Janet . . . Joyce . . . Dick . . . Henny . . . Hassie . . . Jane . . . Johnny . . . Shirl . . . Jim . . . Bob . . . Carl . . . Bud . . . Guy . . . Joanie . . . Billy . . . Mart . . . Reesie . . . Harry . . . Evannah . . . Katherine . . . Sim . . . Gloria . . . Specky . . . Stiney . . . Stutzie . . . Lorene . . . Squirt . . . Pete . . . Emilie . . . Butchie . . . Tommie . . . Hank . . . Doddy . . . Betz . . . Totie . . . Dick . . . Ttvila . . . Sissy . . . Nina Mae . . . Otto ... Ed .. . Frankie . . . Rosita . . . Phyl . . . Chizzy . . . Bob . . . Don . . . Joe . . . Dot . . . Bobby . . . Verne . . . Dottie . . . Patsy . . . Bud . . . Harby . . . Lilly . . . Mike . . . Katy . . . W'alshie . . . Denis . . . Given . . . Tony . . . Josie . . . Blair . .. Gerry . . . Mitzy Goe . . . May . . . Maggie . . . Marey . . . Pudgie . . . Gladdy . . . Buck . . . Kenny REFLECTOR FERNDALE HIGH SCHOOL • JOHNSTOWN, PENNSYLVANIA Patricia Mitchell, Editor • Leonard Howard. Business Manager Paul Kunkle, Adviser ★ ★ The American capiiol stands for Democracy. Our founding fathers dreamed of a land in which life should be better and rich and fuller for every man, for opportunity for each according to his ability and achievement. Our forefathers struggled that these principles might live not only for their present but also tor our future. OUR LIBERTIES WE PRIZE; AND OUR MAKING AMERICA STRONG THE AMERICAN'S CREED ★ Breathes there a man with soul so dead, who never to himsell hath said, this is my own, my native land. ★ —Scott T 1 BELIEVE IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AS A GOVERNMENT OF THE PEO- PLE. BY THE PEOPLE. FOR THE PEOPLE; WHOSE JUST POWERS ARE DERIVED FROM THE CONSENT OF THE GOVERNED, A DEMOCRACY IN A REPUBLIC; A SOVEREIGN NATION OF MANY SOVEREIGN STATES; A PERFECT UNION, ONE AND INSEPARABLE; ESTABLISHED UPON THOSE PRINCIPLES OF FREEDOM, EQUALITY, JUSTICE, AND HU- MANITY FOR WHICH AMERICAN PATRIOTS SACRIFICED THEIR LIVES AND FORTUNES. RIGHTS WE WILL AGAINST ALL ENEMIES. The American's Creed by William Tyler Page was adopted by an Act of Con- gress, April 6, 1918. I, THEREFORE, BELIEVE IT IS MY DUT ITS CONSTITUTION; TO OBEY ITS LAWS; THE ES IS THE ATION OF ITS YOUTH . . . . If there ever was cause, if there ever can be cause, worthy to be upheld by all the toil or sacrifice that the human hand or heart can endure, it is the cause of education. Good citizens of a democratic country must think as straight as they can, look squarely at the facts, and not be afraid to take things as they really are. Being a good citizen is more than thinking straight. Good ciitzens must act. If we are going to discharge our responsibili- ties in ways that are worthy of freedom, we must also have the right attitudes, the right feeling toward our ideals and toward our fellow Americans. We must learn to trust each other if we are going to work together. Today—and always—it takes great men to honor those who disagree with them and to put aside their own individual ambitions in order to work for the good of their country. The materials with which we work are not wood, stone, concrete, or structural steel, but with the plastic clay of human life. In our building program, we must be sure that the elements that we wish to be perpetuated tomorrow are instilled in the youth of today. MAKING AMERICA ★ ★ ★ Ferndale High ... a nursery of modern education. Each year hundreds of our youth prepare themselves for the problems that lie ahead. They will go forward from here with the knowledge acquired and take their place among the ranks of American men and women. The world needs today men with eyes to see the vast amount of useful work that needs to be done, brains to plan how to do that work, and hands able and willing to do it. STRONG AMERICA STRONG By Teaching the FUNDAMENTAL DOCTRINES OF DEMOCRACY . . . ■p J_JECAUSE we live in a democratic nation we believe in fair play ... in good sportsman- ship ... in being kind and helpful to others ... in co-operating with others for the good of all . . . in respecting the opinions and rights of others ... in the right of free dis- cussion ... in settling conflict by conference ... in the dignity of work ... in equal edu- cational opportunities for all ... in respecting the rights of private property ... in open opportunity for the individual ... in the rule of the majority with just consideration of the rights of the minority ... in an honest ballot ... in freedom of speech ... in freedom of the press ... in freedom of religion . . .in justice for every citizen ... in trial by jury in the right of people to peaceably assemble . . . and in the responsibility of every in- dividual to participate in the duties of democracy. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ • ★ ★ ★ ★ REAL AMERICAN PATRIOT THESE ARE BEST PERSONIFIED IN THE CHARACTER OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN Lincoln was a man who harbored no personal prejudice regardless of race or creed. He labored for the good of humanity and gave his life that all man- kind might be free and equal. His life was well engraved with acts of broth- erhood, respectfulness, honesty, freedom, loyalty, love, affection, righteous- ness, and service. He maintained an all-out attitude for the good of the Union and Nation and upheld every democratic ideal and principle upon which our government was founded. He finished his course and kept his faith until the very end. PRESENTING . This has been a history making year. The editors have tried to keep in mind the vital problems of the day in publish- ing a yearbook that interjects our na- tional spirit, maki America strong. Informality has been the keynote of the book's composition; realistically re- corded student life and school activity have been of primary consideration in presenting to the students of Ferndale this publication, THE 1942 REFLECTOR BY WAY OF INTRODUCTION Well, we finally made it. At first, it was no school until Monday, then more infantile paralysis and still no school! We watched the papers from week-end until week-end. For awhile it seemed like the same old story, No school until ? ? By the middle of October, we were again in the swing of things—glad to be back in Ferndale High! We couldn't omit saying something about the public address system. That unforgettable, Good afternoon, faculty and students of Ferndale High. With this now-famous phrase Mr. Keller began his announcement to the faculty. EXECUTIVELY .................... page 11 Weren't we lucky whenever assembly ran over time, or some long-winded speaker forgot to stop! We still recall the moans and cheers when Mr. Keller said, Return to your fourth class. MENTALLY ....................... page 19 Do you remember the day you walked sheepishly into the unknown world enclosed within the walls of Ferndale High? You were a youngster in knee trousers or in short dresses. By now, you are aware that things have changed —that you have grown up. You now find yourself outstanding. INDIVIDUALLY .................... page 35 Did you watch that smile break over the face of some brawny fellow as he heard himself mentioned as one of the traveling squad? PHYSICALLY ...................... page 51 Don't forget those items we put on: the Senior Play, the Reception, the dances, or the Spring Concert. It was both fun and hard work planning our monthly newspaper and the school annual. For each person, however, it providing something worthwhile. SOCIALLY ..............................page 69 These people must report to detention tonight! A chuckle went round the room when someone pulled a boner. Candy bars, wax paper, dances, students to the office, admit slips, lost and found articles, all meant something in the life of a student. SCHOOL PATTER ...................... page 76 Don't sell America short—we still have our good farm lands, our vast natural resources, our well equipped factories, more of the world's supply of gold than ever—over 130 million people are anxious and willing to consume our products—and we still believe there is plenty of business for the firms and individuals that roll up their sleeves and go after it like they mean it— and make a special effort to convince the other fellow that we are not going to give the country to the Germans or to the Japs, and these United States are going right ahead—new deal or no new deal! —Author Unknown ★ We have room in our country for but one flag—the stars and stripes. We have room for but one loyalty to the United States. There can be no 50-50 Americanism. There is room here for only 100% Americanism, only for those who are Americans and nothing else. —Theodore Roosevelt ★ The independence and liberty you possess are the work of joint councils and joint efforts, of common dangers, sufferings and successes. —George Washington ★ The Declaration of Independence is the grandest, the bravest and the profoundest political document that was ever signed by the representatives of the people. —Robert Ingersoll ★ My concern is not whether God is on our side; my great concern is to be on God's side. —Abraham Lincoln MAKING AMERICA STRONG ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ EXECUTIVELY ★ ★ ★ Frank Keller. Supervising Principal Mr. Keller did his under-graduate and post-graduate work at the University of Pittsburgh . . . received his Master of Arts degree in school administration and supervision . . . married a school teacher . . . father of two girls . . home-loving . . . prefers cooking and gardening . . . enjoys vacationing at his summer cottage. 12 Good morning, faculty and students of Ferndale High School OUR CAPABLE ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENT STRIVES FOR THE BENEFIT AND WELFARE OF THE ENTIRE STUDENT BODY . . . Working in conjunction with the supervising principal is the Board of Education, the adminis- trative body of our school. Our American schools should be nurseries of sound patriotism. Patriotism, honest, active, un- compromising love of America, such as that love which burned in the souls and hearts of Wash- ington. Jefferson, Franklin, Jackson, and Lincoln is absolutely essential to the survival of the United States of America. We should not permit foreign intrigue and propa- ganda to destroy the sacred gift of American na- tionalism that is the birthright of every American boy and girl. This is a condition, the existence of which is a direct challenge to loyal men and women of America. Poison the minds of the young children in our schools today, and you poison the minds of the grown-ups of tomorrow. The Ferndale High School Board of Education is ever alert in choosing teachers, textbooks, and promoting any advancement to guarantee all boys and girls an American education. Their careful judgment and piogressiveness are mani- fested in Ferndale's present improvements and accomplishments. To this Board, for their faithful service and kindly interest in our welfare, we give our sincere thanks. Left to Right— Jeroy. Bell. Keller. Schrock. Miller. Sharpe. OUR SCHOOL BOARD President - - Edward Bell Vice-president - Harry E. Jeroy Secretary - - Harry Schrock Tieasurer - - Harry Miller 13 ★ ★ ★ TOP Left to Richt Hill Custer C� . Hetrick BOTTOM Baker Caldwell Townsend HOMER HILL . . . has A. B. degree . . . attended University of Pittsburgh . . . teaches Problems or Democ- racy, English . . . says, Is that clear? . . . adviser of Courier . . . enjoys giving P. D. tests. GRANT CUSTER . . . GC . . . received his B. S. degree from California State Teachers College . . . teaches Chemistry, Biology, Plane Geometry, Physics . . . punner extraordinary . . . says. Have you a 'haunting' license? . . . firmly believes that the only way to make friends is to be one . . . Senior Class Adviser . . . photographer super-deluxe. M. GRACE HETRICK . . . has an A. B degree . . . attended Albright College, New York University, Columbia University . . . teaches English, French, Spanish . . . says, Life re- quires—. . . . loves dramatics . . . helps students in essay writing and public speaking . . . Senior Class Adviser. HOMER BAKER . . . received B. S. degree from Indiana State Teachers College . . . called The Prof . . Music Supervisor . . . says, One, two, three—go! . . . likes to pun . . . proud of his red hair. SARAH CALDWELL . . Sally . . . received a B. S. degree from Indiana State Teachers College . . . teaches Home Economics . . . says, Learn to sew a fine seam . . . advises Girl Reserves . . . very interested in fashions and cooking ... a friend to all she knows . . . extremely collegiate. GEORGE TOWNSEND . . . Townsend . . . attended Susquehanna University and University of Pittsburgh . . . received A. B. and M. A. degrees . . . teaches Algebra, American History, General Science . . . says, Get your candy money in! . . . enjoys reading the Democrat . . . interested in colored photography . . . greatly enjoys talking about all things. OUR FACULTY ASSUMES THE RESPONSIBILITY ENGENDERING MORAL AND CULTURAL SPIRH 14 TOP Lp.it to Right ★ ★ Lingrnfclter English Mvrr BOTTOM Moorhead Montgomery R. Hetrick FRANCIS LINGENFELTER . . . Lingy” . . . received B. S. degree from Indiana State Teachers College . . . teaches Geography. Social Studies . . . says, ’What's your trouble?” . . . assistant coach . . . hopes he can prove that Ancient History isn't so bad. HERBERT ENGLISH . . . received B. S. degree . . . attended Millers- ville State Teachers College, Bowling Green Business College, University of Pittsburgh . . . likes being called Professor' . . . teaches Bookkeeping, Typing, Junior Business Training . . . sings Debits on the left; credits on the right.” RUTH MYERS . . . Ruthie” . . . attended Millersville State Teachers College to get B. S degree . . . Librarian . . . teaches English . . . labors on assembly programs . . says. The library isn't the place to talk.” KENNETH MOORHEAD . . . Gov . . . attended Indiana State Teachers College and University of Pittsburgh . . . received B. S. and M. E. degrees . . . teaches Shorthand, Commercial Law, Commercial Geography, Typing . . . says, I venture to say—.” . . . Junibr Class and Hi-Y Club adviser . . . likes to read Time . . . noted for his strut. PEARL LICHTEN ELS MONTGOMERY . . . has A. B. de- gree . . . attended University of Pittsburgh and Columbia Univetiily The last bell has rung.” . . . one of Senior Class Advisers 4 . . anno, annual hobby . . . adviser of Little Courier. RlifH HEjjBCK . . . h College, Pennsylvania State College. Columbia UftveraB Buckneil U Physical Education, American History . . . says, books. teaches Mathematics . . . says, |ents and napie cards are an ( dbgt . . attended Albright liiyl . Uloaches Latin. Health, look at student's note- OF FOSTERING AND jj IN THE mt)IVIDUAl STU ★ ★ TOP Litrr to Right Fisher Wolfe Spangler BOTTOM Boersiler Kunkle Kuh' BRUCE FISHER . . . “Coach . . . has B. S. degree . . . attended Jirniata College, University of Pennsylvania, University of Pittsburgh . . . teaches Physical Education, Health, Biology . . says, “Just one more play. . . . Director of Athletics . . . adviser of “F Club. LAURENCE WOLFE . . . “Larry . . . received his B S degree from Buffalo State Teachers College . . . teaches Mechanical Drawing, Industrial Arts . . . says, Get to work. . . friendly . . . likes to read the “daily news on the Little Courier. MARY SPANGLER . . . “Spang . . . attended California State Teachers College, Pennsylvania State Teachers College, Uni- versity of Pittsburgh, University of West Virginia . . . teaches English, Literature, Social Studies . . . say , “Get your book reports in! . . . worries about seventh and eighth grade students . . . likes to travel. C. GEORGE BOERSTLER . . Tex . . . obtained B. S. degree from Edinboro State Teachers College . teaches Art, Spelling . . . says. “1 11 go half way if you will. . . . arranges backgrounds for school enter- tainments . . . enjoys telling jokes ... a real artist. PAUL KUNKLE . . “Our Boss . . . has B S. and M. Ed. degrees . . . attended Indiana State Teachers College and University of Pittsburgh . . . Principal of Grado School . . . says. “The work that goes into an annual1 . . . friend to all students . . . works to make the Reflector an All American. BYRON KUHS . . received his A B degree . . attended Gettys- burg College and Pennsylvania State College . . . teaches Civics. English . . says. Will you illustrate this? . . . worries over assemblies . . . coach of Senior Play . . . expert on Current Events . . . eager to help all students. AND UNFOLD THE ADVANTAGES OF OUR DEMOCRACY 16 BEHIND THE SCENES THEY HELP US ALON( Wilma is our cheery, ever dependable friend and school secretary . . . has a smile and good word for all . . . spends much of her time answering our questions and writing ad- mits for ’‘ten o'clock scholars . knows every student by name and is especially helpful to the freshies. ■'J. Luke, our head custodian, is most frequently seen tinkering with door hinges and thermo- stats or is busy checking up on his as- sistants . . . helps satisfy our stomachs by handing us each an apple at noon. Miss Moore serves us all in the posi- tion of school nurse, truant offi- cer and friend . . . is kept busy paint- ing throats and helping us force down an aspirin. ELIZABETH MOORE School Nurse LUKE SNOWBALL Head Custodian 17 DON'T QUIT When things go wrong, as they sometimes will, When the road you're trudging seems all up hill, When the tunds are low and the debts are high, And you want to smile, but you have to sigh, When care is pressing you down a bit, Rest, if you must—but don't you quit. Life is queer with its twists and turns, As everyone of us sometimes learns, And many a failure turns about When he might have won had he stuck it out; Don't give up, though the pace seems slow You might succeed with another blow. Often the goal is nearer than It seems to a faint and faltering man, Often the struggler has given up When he might have captured the victor's cup And he learned too late, when the night slipped down. How close he was to the golden crown. Success is failure turned inside out— The silver tint of the clouds of doubt— And you never can tell how close you are, It may be near when it seems afar; So stick to the fight when you're hardest hit— It's when things seem worst that you mustn't quit. (If you get to the end of your rope—tie a knot and hang on!) 18 —Author Unknown MAKING AMERICA STRONG MENTALLY ALMA MATER O U R In this, the Reflector of 1942, are portrayed the lives and accomplish- ments of young Americans in Ferndale High School. We are proud to present the students as you see them at work and play within the various classrooms where every phase of mental, physical, and social development is thoroughly taught and conducted to the advantage of each student. These boys and girls will go into the world of tomorrow as true citizens of the United States to carry on the principles on which our country was founded. As we see our school from Henry Street and Harlan Avenue 20 A NURSERY OF AMERICAN DEMOCRACY ★ Looking toward the auditorium entrance OUR HIGH SCHOOL WORKSHOP IN PRACTICAL AND CREATIVE THINKING. 21 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ T S THE LIFE OF A STUDENT. . . EVERYBODY'S LOOKING In Biology, students study the won- ders of the plant and animal worlds along with the structure and functions of the human body. Our Biology classes visited the Reynoldsdale Fish Hatchery last spring to receive first- hand information on this phase of animal life. 1 EMBRYO PHYSICISTS AWAIT RESULTS Here we see a group of students working an experiment in the physics lab. Future discoveries in the scien- tific world develop from this type of research among our youth. THE FUTURE PASTEURS The mysterious and wondrous elements and compounds are mixed and seperated to create a knowledge of chemistry. OUR EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION HAS THE THIS IS ATTAINED THROUGH THE VARIOUS 22 STUDY . . . MORE STUDY DETENTION GETTING A TIP Tr r girls in the Home Ec classes have received valuable information on various domestic studies such as tewing, cooking, home budgeting, and choice selection of meats and foods, to prepare them for tasks which will confront them in future work. LEARNING BY DOING In order to meet the ever growing army of industrial workers, prelimin- ary training is basic for all young people who will eventually go into industry. WE TAKE A LESSON Many students have enjoyed and profited by the intriguing cartooning course which the high school presents. DESIRE TO BROADEN STUDENT’S ABILITY. CLASSES ON OUR DAILY SCHOOL SCHEDULES. 23 ★ ★ GIVE US THE TOOLS; % SEARCHING FOR ABILITY Mechanical drawing offers to the high school boy a chance to study the intricate parts of tools and machinery, which are so important today in our mechanized industries. As you know, this country is engaged in serious work to preserve the American Way of Life, and needs qualified people that are so essential to man home industry and provide materials and equipment. Classes of this type are valuable and beneficial in providing an opportunity for boys to build up an industrial background and to get a taste of the de- signing of new ideas. A SERMON ON SOCRATES In our World History Class we strive to grow in understanding and ap- preciating the early civilizations of mankind so that we may more nearly achieve a right judgment and solution to problems which we must solve in today's affairs. I' EVERY PHASE OF MENTAL DEVELOPMENT IS THE ADVANTAGE OF EACH STUDENT IN OUR 24 ★ WE’LL DO THE JOB + LEARNING OUR Ps AND Q's The purpose of Senior English is to give us a better appreciation of fine literature and a more ex- perienced background in public speaking. With such training we hope to produce intelligent and patriotic citizens, who will always help to keep America great. PARLEZ VOUS FRANSA1S? very useful and interesting study is found in the foreign anguage classes. The French 1 class, though small, is in- ormal and enjoyable. Much ime is spent in the study of jrammatical constructions and n the reading of an exciting lovel France is not the only land represented by language, for the mother of all tongues Latin, is well established here. The friendly-neighbor policy brings Spanish into full swing in Ferndale High this year with great success. The study of foreign languages, as experienced in our school, needs not be merely technical and formal but also fascinating and practical. THOROUGHLY TAUGHT AND CONDUCTED TO BUILDING PROGRAM FOR FUTURE CITIZENS. 25 OUR SCHOOLS ARE MAINTAINED IN ORDER WHICH WILL BE .4 DECISIVE FACTOR IN THE CHECKING ALL ASSETS Learning to keep books of a corporation is the task of the bookkeeping students. After a year of study and practice, we have gained enough knowledge on debits and credits and other necessary terms to keep us on the right track We haven't as yet completely learned how to keep a firm “out of the red. ★ ★ ★ A LITTLE FASTER. GIRLS Now let's get ready for a little dictation. These are the familiar words with which Mr. Moorhead greets his shorthand class. Each morning these potential stenographers start off by mastering the use of the day's special words and phrases. Day after day we sit taking dictation and then transcribing it. We hope that our knowledge will some day reap its reward. EASY... IF YOU 26 THAT EVERY STUDENT MAY PURSUE AN EDUCATION MOLDING OF HIS CAREER AND FUTURE LIVELIHOOD MULTIPLYING THE EQUATION In order to pass Algebra, much work and study are required. This is one class that keeps most of the Freshies busy in study hall and occasionally in detention. We imagine the students have quite a job keeping their x's and y's straight. Although some of the Freshmen may find the going tough at times, Mr Townsend reports they are doing a good job. ★ ★ ★ EXPLAINING THE PROPOSITION This is one class where stu- dents settle down to deep thought. Proving stated form- ulas and equations are the main problems of this course. Anyone studying Geometry may look forward to stiff as- signments and plenty of home- work. but with it all Mr. Custer's everyday humor keeps the class enjoyable. At times we find some difficulties but after careful study and dis- cussions the fog lifts. KNOW HOW WE WORK TOGETHER FOR THE GOOD OF OTHERS STUDENT COUNCIL is composed of fifteen students, fifteen alternates and a faculty adviser. To be a student councilor is really an honor, for there are only three seniors, two juniors, three sophomores, three freshman, two eighth graders and one seventh grader chosen to represent their respective classes. Mr. Hill has served as a very capable adviser for this busy group. DEMOCRACY IN ACTION The aim of the council is to bring before it any problems to be found in the high school for discussion and study. Regardless of the nature or size of the matter, thorough and thoughtful con- sideration is given and some solution is offered if possible to remove the existing condition or sit- uation. This group serves as a mediator between the administration and the student body. A system of government where differences can “live together and like it and where a man is not afraid to disagree. STUDENT DIRECTION To serve on the Student Council as a repre sentative is a great experience for all those se- lected by their home room. Each year many stu- dents gain many new ideas in self-government and share in the opportunity of putting them into practice. OFFICERS President ..... Luke Stravasnik Vice-president ..... Jane Foltz Secretary ...... Paul Clawson FIRST: Left to Right - Schuster. Saint:. Han drowsky. Bockel. Rose. Davis. Horne. Johns- ton; SECOND—Say- lor. Foltz. Blough. Nauflle Hamilton Miller Zeiler; THIRD -Shull. Kelly Korelt:. Stravasnik. Hageruh. Fay. Kosanovich. Mr. Homer Hill — Advis- er; FOURTH —Claw- son. Altemus. Geisler. Plachy. Barron. Shar- baugh. 28 and provide opportunity for relaxation ORCHESTRA . . . The orchestra has shown quite an improvement this year and for such betterment the musicians are grateful for the faithfulness, patience, and capable leadership given by Mr. Baker. For the past few years this group was seldom seen due to the lack of experience, but by continuous persistence the orchestra is now a worthy asset and a credit to the music department. The group generously participated in contributing a few snappy marches and stirring overtures in frequent assembly programs. It aided effectively in present- ing the Ferndale Grade School Christmas entertainment and in providing a musical touch between acts of the senior play, June Mad . Also, the orchestra contributed some of its more talented members to the jazz orchestra, known around school as the “Basketeers,'' which provided entertainment during the half at the basketball games. The highlight of the year was its excellent performance in the Spring Concert. Several members were chosen to participate in the All-County Orchestra—an achieve- ment of which to be proud. Not only do the student musicians gain valuable instruction and self-improvement but also they render a creditable service to the school and to the community. A little touch of music now and then adds abundantly to the success of the many undertakings of the school. We are justly proud of our orchestra this year. Starting as amateurs they have really developed into a group of accomplished musicians. Since practically all of the members are young underclassmen, Ferndale can look forward to a fine, worthy organization in fu- ture years. FIRST Left to Right —B Sober. | Mack. Bockfl. G. Sohrr. Saly. |ohn«ton. Sank rr N M Mack: SECOND-Mr Baker — Director. Sharpe. Nangle. Dihert. Mill- er. Ashman Thomas: THIRD—Spot:. Trex- el. Aiiman Klahre. Metzger. Saint:: F O U R T H —Pinelli Hagench Parker. Framhach. Kimmel. Griffith. 29 ★ ★ ■■ Elizabeth Anne is definitely a credit to our band. With her glockenspiel she rounds out a showy formation at the head of our march- ing organization. ★ ★ ★ AND THE BAND PLAYED ON TOOT! TOOT! Look down the street . . . and what do you see? Why, the Ferndale Band sport- ing their black and gold military uniforms. What could a football game be without a band? It supplies the necessary zip and color to the grid iron; without us the real school spirit is lacking. Giving the spectators something to talk about made the band feel proud, even though it did mean working long, hard, tedious hours in prac- ticing drill formations. They huddled close to- gether under a raincoat or blanket to brave the rain and snow, but got up again ready to ’ whoop” it up. Oh! yes, they practice when there isn't any athletic season. And if it weren't for Mr Baker's ’'patience”—oh my! Each year the band participates in the var- ious school activities and takes a major part in the yearly concerts. We are proud of our band and tip our hats for the service it contributes to our school life at Fern- dale. FIRST: L pt to Right —Jacob —Drum Majorette. Roberts—Assistant Drum Maior. Stine. Fisher. Christner. Boerstler. Orris. Garland. Griffith. H. Hamilton —Assistant Drum Maior Foltz —Drum Ma lorette: SECOND—Mr. Baker —Director. J. Naugle. Mack. Ashman. Ripple. Heslop. Spangler. Stutzman; THIRD—Sharpe. Mangu . Walker. Miller. Gindlesperger. B. Naugle. FOURTH — L. Naugle. Wiegand. Auman. Murray. Kimmel. Snyder. Saints: FIFTH —Howard. Schuster. Louder. Hagerich. Parker. Slack: SIXTH —Heider. Zupan. Altemus. Stouppe. Schweitzer. J. Gilbert. Weimer; SEVENTH —T Gilbert- Color Bearer. J. Hamilton —Drum Major. Krooe. Wright —Color Bearer. Spot:. Dibert —Color Bearer. I DRUM MAJOR John Hamilton The Spirit of '42 30 TO VICTORY WITH THE JACKETS Top To Bottom TRAM P—TR A M P—TR A M P Who leads the band with so much 'Pep'? Whose voices ring out loud and clear? Who tells them to Hold That Line' whenever victory is near? Our cheerleaders—that's who. SIMPLE TWIST OF THE WRIST Twirling at the half while the band does some neat' formations in the background is a familiar picture at all our games. WE THREE ARE ALL ALONE But not for long. As soon as Don, Jack, and Warren get this one down pat they'll join the Band. THE MUSIC GOES ROUND AND ROUND Blowing off steam' seems to be the easiest way for the Band to let us know who's winning the game— Ferndale, of course. LOOKING FOR SOMETHING SMOOTH? Ferndale's own drum majorettes. Jane and Patsy, fitted in their snappy white and gold uniforms, make a sight we all like to see They can twirl those batons, too! 31 ★ Glee'ers sing sweetly FIRST: Left to Right—A. Stahl. L. Stahl. Warren. L. Saylor. Coleman. Croyle. Blue. Heslop. W’ e i m e r SECOND—H. Blough. Jacobs. Gindlesperaer. Larson. B. Nauglr. Saly. E. Davis. R. Stahl. R Pollock. THIRD—Mr. Baker—Director. Roberts. Hoover. Klahre. Met :grr. Rhodes. Kubara. Clawson. Ritchey. FOURTH — Market. Shull. Kelly. D. Shaffer. Saint:. Benford. Dawson: FIFTH — Mangus, P. Walker. V. Sanker. D. Saylor. Folt:. Shsrpe. D Berkebile: SIXTH —R. Davis. Mitchell. E. Walker. Buck R. Blough. L. Naugle. V. Berkebile. SEVENTH — Zeiler. Moors. Michalides. Bockel. Easton. Piantan. Koreltz; EIGHTH —Maldet. Logar. Knuff. llkmar. Daniels. J. Hamer, Marteiia; NINTH — Poliacek. Kolar. Grexa. M. G. Sanker. Henney. Sustersic. Tomak; TENTH — Likar. Snyder. Zore. Zimmerman. Bixel. Rose. Murray; ELEVENTH —Gilbert. Gilliland. Sound your do, girls! Similar remarks from Mr. Baker greeted the Girls' Glee Club every Ah! it s a sing session Wednesday morning. Some seventy-eight stu- dents gathered around the piano in front of the auditorium to spend an enjoyable hour in sing- ing ... on hour away from their books and classes when all could sit back and pour forth sweet harmonic strains of music. During the year the club took an active part in several school functions. In cooperation with the Boys' Chorus the combined musical organi- zations presented the Spring Concert, The Star Spangled Caravan . For weeks in advance the Glee Club practiced for the big night ahead, working over and over their numbers until they knew them by heart. The girls enjoyed singing the clever arrangements written by Mr. Baker and found that the audience appreciated them as well. The group contributed members to the All- County Chorus. Patsy Jacobs, Betty June Dawson, Elizabeth £nne Sharpe, Evelyn Klahre and Leona Koreltz were elected to participate in this out- standing event. WE WORK IN HARMONY 32 WITH A SONG IN OUR HEART We sing with gusto! DEEP IN THE HEART OF TEXAS THE BOYS' CHORUS is a musical organiza- tion composed of boys from any class, who love music and enjoy an hour of singing each Tues- day morning, regardless of their ability to read music. At the present time there are thirty-five boys in the club. The purpose of this organiza- tion is two-fold: first, to direct and acquaint the students with simple vocal music; and secondly, to provide an opportunity for the group to spend an informal, social period when the gang can group themselves around a piano and simply sing. Since the beginning of the year, the Boys' Chorus has appeared in several school assem- blies and participated in the Spring Concert, pre- sented by the Music Department in conjunction with the Girls' Chorus. Much credit is due this group of singers for the splendid performance it achieved. In March, seven members of the group took part in the All-County Chorus held at Westmont High. The boys, with the help of Mr. Baker, have completed a year of achievement in music, and have also added to their own personal enjoyment. FIRST I.CPT To RicHT-Hcsaltlne. Byers. Rhodes Auman. Welmer. Drosiack. Kimmel. Dihert: SECOND- Rilrhev. Proscn. Zupan Chemerys. Trcsel. Spot:. Wiegand; THIRD—Heider. Hindman. Strayasnlk. Roberts. Campy. Michaels. Mr Baker-Director: FOURTH-Barron Davis. Plachy. Opel. Frambach. L Altemus: FIFTH —Hufman. Stouppe. Schweitier. Hamilton. Geisler. Brant. Pessagno. B Altemus- Barber Shop Harmonizers 33 Our job is to save America for ourselves and our way of life. The soul of that way of life is the supremacy and freedom o; the individual in a state organized to serve him. not to enslave him. —Basil C. Walker Know what you want to do. hold the thought firmly, and do every day what should be done, and every sunset will see you that much nearer the goal. —Author Unknown I'i you want to succeed in the world, you must make your own opportunities as you go on The man who waits lor some seventh wave to toss him on dry land will find that the seventh wave is a long time coming. —John B. Gaugh Look not mournfully into the past. It will not return. Wisely improve the present and go forth to meet the future, without tear, and with a courageous heart. —Author Unknown Diligence is the mother of good luck, and God gives all things to industry. Work while it is called today, for you know not how much you may be hindered tomorrow. One today is worth two tomorrows; never leave that till tomorrow which you can do today. —Benjamin Franklin MAKING AMERICA STRONG INDIVIDUALLY ★ ★ ON TOP AT LAST! CHRISTMAS FLEW BY • • • Blough • Buck • Davis Three of the well-known seniors have carried off the honors as class officers this year—and why not? They certainly look at home here. CURTAIN CALL ON THE SENIOR S LAST ACT Once again another group prepares to leave us. We shall miss them, and they will miss the joys, the thrills, the excitement, and the work that have been theirs. That is as it should be, for a full life consists of finishing one task and beginning another. For four years they have been a vital part of the school and have derived the bene- fits of both contributing and receiving. Their efforts toward making our school a better one have been appreciated by us and should be considered as a measure of ex- treme satisfaction to them. We anticipate with them the new adventures and careers they are about to embark upon. May they always have the same courage, enthusiasm, and industry which they have manifested in Ferndale High School. FIRST Left toi Right—Winaard. Dawson Zeiler. Mitchell. R Davis. H. Blough. Saylor. O. Crovlr. Heslor Johnson. SECOND—Walker. R. Blough. Buck, (erasa. Kamiel. Martella. Mi. halides. Hamer: THIRD-M Moors. Koreltr. Drosiack. Brant. Louder. Feathers. Trexel: FOURTH —Stouppe. Cams. Bandrowsky. Chismar. Girousky. Sanker Likar; FIFTH—Allison. Cable. J. Davis. Howard. Klmar Gilliland; SIXTH-Weimer. D Moors Bixel. Rose Spot:. Michaels: SEVENTH—Huf man Fay. Crerak. Edelman Opel. Rogers: EIGHTH —Barron. W. Davis. Edwards. Ritchey. Pessagno. McAchren: NINTH — Hamilton. Frambach. 19 42 36 SPRING FOUND US DIZZY AND FULL OF James Allen Charles Allison Donald Boyer Helen Blough Catherine Bandrowsky Ruth Blough Robert Barron William Brubaker Thomas Brant Wilbur Corns Gladys Bixel James Bruce Peggy Buck Robert Cable Michael Chismar 37 DREAMY EYES,..TEACHERS BEGGED US TO STUDY 19 42 ★ ★ 38 Walter Constable Ruth Davis Todd Croyle Walter Davis Michael Czerak Betty June Dawson Gomer Edwards Steven Drosjack John Frambach Gunther Edelman Odessa Croyle John Davis Robert Fay Carrie Feathers Loraine Gilliland . GRADES VARIED LIKE STOCK REPORTS, BUT Sarah Hamer John Hamilton Betty Hesaltine Helen Heslop Richard Hufman Margaret Girousky Thomas Johnson Frances Kamiel Charles Layton Warren Louder Leonard Howard Julia Klinar Leona Koreltz Frances Likar Jennie Jerasa ★ ★ 39 SENIORS SOMEHOW WE MANAGED TO PASS...GRADUATIO 19 42 ★ ★ Ralph McAchren Lucy Martella Raymond Pessagno Harry Michaels Patricia Mitchell Regis Ritchey Louise Michalides Donald Moors Jack Rogers Marjorie Moors Frank Opel Thelma Rose IT’S OVER, GROUPS HERE AND THERE REMINISO 40 ITH ITS SOLEMNITY AND SADNESS . . . AFTER Edward Weimer James Stouppe Doris Saylor John Spolz P THE YEARS Mary Jean Sanker Herbert Rucosky Fred Urban Melvin Wilt Ellinor Walker Donald Wingard Leona Zeiler Charles Trexel ★ ★ SENIORS BEHIND THEM, THE GOOD OL’ DAYS 41 TOP . . . Big moments for the Juniors . . . class rings! BOTTOM . . . Junior boys experimenting in the Chemistry Lab. WE RELATE WITHOUT And why not? The Juniors are well on their way to a successful end of their high school ca- reers. We are well acquainted with the ways of the high school world, and some of us have contributed generously from our talents and abilities toward all things that are worthwhile to school life. We have made and occupied places in all important functions of Ferndale High School, from being on the Reflector staff to holding prominent places on the basketball team. It doesn't seem so long ago when we were first caught in this vast net of high school activi- ties. It took some of us almost all of the first semester to get accustomed to changing from room to room for our various classes, but it took us longer still to get over our groundless fear of the new teachers. Everything was different, but wonderful! 1941 found the Juniors struggling over piles of Caesar homework and second year Algebra. We soon decided that we should get down to work—that high school wasn't so easy after all. Once we dusted off the old school books that feeling of laziness was gone. We sold everything from magazines to candy in order to raise money for the annual Junior-Senior Re- ception and the Reflector. Some of us hard workers got a brief vacation occasionally when we went to football and basketball games, dances, etc. . . . all right, so we did have fun! Especially in interclass sports. Competition was keen with the Seniors, but of course, the underclassmen were no trouble. Second place was gained in each program of sport with very little effort. We are proud of our standings, and had fun making it. IN MEMORIAM Neil Wilson Member ol Class o 1 1943 • • • A better friend could not be found, A lad with heart so true, O! Neil, your death will never drown Our memories of you! —Betty June Dawson 42 DEBATE, THE JUNIOR IS SOPHISTICATE! Experiences gained in the three years of nigh school life may have a tendency to make the Junior appear sophisticated, but such an attitude is merely one of the many tools em- ployed to build an ever firmer foundation for future years of useful living. The Junior, in high school life, is the equiva- lent of the well informed, duly energetic, and properly trained vice-president in a well-organ- ized enterprise, and our Juniors are no exception! Final exams took place, and we realized that in one more year our life at Ferndale High would live only in our memories. The highlight of the year was the Junior- Senior Prom held in the Masonic Temple on Saturday, May 16. The general prom committee worked harmoniously in order to make danc- ing to the rhythmic swing of Nevin Jones and his band an impressive event. So with the closing of the semester the Junior Class leave saying, “We'll be seeing you in the fall. Stravasnik • Jacobs • Davis THE BIG EXECUTIVES This is a big year for the Juniors. At last they can wear a class ring and attend the reception. A long, awaited day has arrived for them. FIRST: Lift TO Right—Hexaltine. Griffith. Coleman, Blue. Pollock. L. Stahl. Pattison. Wilson; SECOND— R. Stahl. Saly. Evans. E. Davis. Hassenplug. Stuver. Plantan. Michahdes. Knuff; THIRD—Mr. Townsend — Adviser. W rimer. Saint;. Poliacek. Maldet. Logar. Utecht. Grexa. Mr. Moorhead—Adviser; FOURTH— Daniels. Culliton. C. Ritchey. Leventrv. Byers. D. Ritchey. Cvrkel; FIFTH —Larson. Foltz. Kubara. Ukmar. Sustersic. Parks. Warsing: SIXTH —Naugle. Jacobs. Gindlesperger. Rhodes. Grening. Howard. Chemeryv SEVENTH—S. Zupan. Prosen. Auman. Murray. Kolar. Lees. Snyder: EIGHTH —W. Harris. Ackerman. Stravasnik Harclerode. Mostoller. Roberts; NINTH—Gilbert. Markowitz. Ream. Carney. Michaels. Wiegand: TENTH—Tomak. Serneil. Parker. L- Altemus. Hindman. B. Altemus. Heider: ELEVENTH—S. Harris. T. Zupan. H. Davis. Brant. Plachy. Schweitzer. 1943’ERS 43 CREEPERS CRAWL, BUT SOPHOMORES STRUT Clawson • Geisler • Sharbaugh What's the big joke fellows? Here we have those happy-go-lucky Sophomores with not a care in the world. Nothing to worry about but their grades and, of course, that thing called social status. OUR PILOTS President ----- Paul Sharbaugh Vice-president.....................Robert Geisler Secretary-Treasurer - - - Paul Clawson One down and three to go! At last we are no longer the giggling, rollicking Freshies” but have now become Sophomores. We still have a long road ahead, however, until we reach our goal in really becoming Seniors. A little wiser, perhaps, and no longer do we go unnoticed. We have mastered the art of indifferent sauntering that so adaptly character- izes the walk of an upper classman. We have acquired their very own systems which foretell the day tests are to be given. We are all learned in their own doing, but it is noted that our group contributes its quota, and more perhaps, to daily detention hall representation. FMJST; Left to Right-B. Wright, Saylor. Cams. Polippo. Falsone. E. Rhodo. Verhovsek. Roberts: SECOND —Ceslovnik. Sanker. Sharpe. Rummel. A. Wright. Kelly. Huster. Beihl. Saintz; THIRD-Horner. Benford Lurane Rhodes. Mangus. Metzger. Klahre. Hoover. Clawson. Atkinson: FOURTH-Fisher. Naugle. Markel. D. Shaffer. Shull. D. Berkehile. V. Berkebile: FIFTH — McConnell. Walker. Leona Rhoades. Carney. Henney. N. Todhunter. Moone. M. L. Shaffer: SIXTH—Bandrowsky. Davis. Lazer. Easton. Bockel. Elliott. Wingard. SEVENTH—B. Brendlinger. Miller. J. Brendlinger. Zimmerman. Rubrecht. M Todhunter. Dickey: EIGHTH — Breitenstine. Hofecker. Snyder. Shikalla. Zore. D. Kind zera. H. Kindzera. 1944’EHS 44 WHAT A PACE THIS CREW HAS STRUCK We opened the school year with a it her large class, 105 in all, and soon we were on our way for a year of outstand- ing achievement. In our studies we ex- plored the many fields of biology . . . strug- gled through our verbs and grammar in English . . . crammed our heads full of battles, famous men, and dates for history and, all in all, got our share of knowledge. PROGRESS? VERILY! Even at this early stage of the game, the Sophomores have broken into the ath- letic activities of the school . . . the boys took an active part in football, basketball and baseball, while the girls participated in the interclass basketball and volleyball leagues. The “Sophs” were well known for their loud, enthusiastic cheering at our ath- letic functions. We were noted for our faith- ful patronage of the school's social affairs . . . contributed talented musicians to the band and orchestra . . . jazzed our way around the dance floor . . . provided mem- bers for the Girl Reserve, Hi-Y, and Glee Clubs . . . offered our services to the Re- flector and Courier staffs . . . proved to be real “super-duper candy salesman ... in general, the Sophomores are willing and anxious, no matter what the function, whether it be literary, athletic, monetary, or sympathetic, they can be depended upon to render their share of productive effort. Although we do not always win brightest honors or make the team, we are ever will- ing to try. Now, that we look back on our year, we see that we really weren't so bad, al- though many a teacher has added a few gray hairs on our account. We proved to be a happy-go-lucky group and we are now one point farther ahead on our way to our final goal. FIRST Lt.ft to Right— Benford. Hesaltine. Hassenplug. Daugherty. Miller. Wright. Shaffer. Mishler: SP.COND— Mitchell, (ones. fames. Pinelli. Homola. Croyle Muchesko. Dtbert; THIRD—foe Soho. Heider. Sharbaugh Drosjack. Bevec. Armstrong. Kimmel. Mr English —Adviser: FOURTH —Petr. Clawson. Nahtigal. |ohn Soho. Howard. Roberts: FI FTH —Michaels. Gilbert. Frambach. Schuster. Welteroth. Lint. Hemminger: SIXTH —Roth. Swick. Simler. Esch. McDermott. Krope: SEVENTH —Mr. Kuhs—Adviser. Adams. Geisler. Feli� . Mr. Hill—Adviser. 45 Cable • Johnston • Reed At last we’re in high school. What a thrilling year this is in everyone's life. The time when we start as a green Ireshie and learn the ways of our upper-classmen. YOUTH IS MARVELOUS EVEN AMONG THE FRESHMEN! Elementary years behind us, we Freshmen come to you filled with dreams of a new life bordering around future existence in high school, and although these dreams may be of lofty pro- portions in the beginning, it is only a question of a very short time before we find that we are just another part of several groups expected to find and maintain places in every day school life. The Freshman's place in school life is one of many disappointments. He reaches high peaks in the morning only to find that before the day has passed he has bought a seat in the audi- torium or found himself running errands for the upper-classmen. With all of the bumps, however, the Freshman does come into his own and enters wholeheartedly into the life of the school. Although a little meek and bashful at first, these obstacles are soon thrust aside and are replaced by a desire to assume the status of high school freshmen and to gain recognition from the upper-classmen and faculty as being a responsible group ready to contribute its bit to Ferndale. We Freshies were always on hand at the school activities whether it were a dance or a football game, and when it came to a showdown on school spirit, without a doubt our young, squeaky voices could be heard ringing aloud above all others. Naturally the inter- class teams found themselves occupying the cellar positions at the wind-up of the sche- dules, but what does that matter to a freshie anyway! We did enjoy the privilege of competing with other teams and. above all, were happy for the opportunity of getting ac- quainted with many of the Ferndale students. Dolled ourselves up in our best duds for the school dances, and nearly fainted when someone asked us to dance—weren't we bashful and shy! A large percentage of the class took part in various school organizations many joined the glee clubs, the orchestra, the band. Youthful ideas and vitality cause fellow students to cherish a secret pride in us, and in due course of time we are recognized, not as the Freshmen of today, but the upper-classmen of tomorrow. Truly, youth is marvelous .and few there are, if any, who doubt the old adage, Bio trees from little acorns grow. ENTERING INTO A NEW LIFE...GREEN, SHY. 46 Smile girls FIRST LtfV To Right—Stahl. Warren. Orris. Hofecker. Johnston. Michahdes. Felton. Saly. Rigo. Herbert. SECOND—Hamer. Koreltz. )ames. Rager. Kokoruda. Spangler. Zahoran. Pollock. Mayer. Mlinarchik: THIRD Mina Caldwell —Adviser. Caltabach. Livingstone. Kantner. Moors. M. Leventry. E. Leventry. Grening. Eichler. Miss Myer . Adviser. FOURTH—Coughenour. Grexa. Sharhaugh. Brown. Keim. Litzinger. Bouch. Smith; PIPTH—Holko. Kesslak. Frorobach Sherbine. Hill. Kosanovich. D. Woznick; SIXTH—Shamptnato. Shaffer. Kubara. Saintz. Slavik, fiunt. E. Woznick. D. Patav; SEVENTH —Hanik. Lees. Sustersic. Lehman. King. Stutzman; EIGHTH — Marine. Sernell. M. Patay. Doran. Koehler. FIRST Lirr to Right—Hupf. Rively. Saintz. Helsel. Tomasko. Wingard. Zakuciya. Kuyat; SIXOND—Babrla. Ream. Hammer Cushman. Burkhart. Slack. Schultz. Virus. Mr. Bocntlcr-Adviscc: I HIRD-Konchan. Hamilton. Rythak. Bevec. Kiraly. Parlevechio. Blasko. Wick nick; FOURTH—Becker. Cruickshank Komen- ,ky Wacker. Pritts. Walker. Gnndle: FIFrH-Porter. Woodward. Cable. Hindman. Hopkins. Thurau SIXTH -Hemminger. Heslop. Churchey. Hagerich. Garrety. Schneck. Haire; SEVENTH-Younker. Dezelon. Thiel. Good. Baumbaugh. Harrison; EICjHTH —Nine. Reed. A Motley Crew UNNOTICED BUT NOISY, FOOLISH, GIGGLEY, “WISE?” 47 TACKLING A JOB WITH A WILL! An industrious group of geographers engaged in de- veloping a project on lumber, studying its sources, value, and principal use to man . . . real detectives of the whip and whereabouts. OUR UNDERSTUDIES EIGHTH GRADE ALWAYS ON THE GO... Here's to the eighth grade, one of the peppiest our school has ever had. They entertained us last year as shy, bashful little seventh graders but they have shown a vast improvement in poise and ideas since that time. Among the class are several person- ages listed in the Ferndale “Who's Who. One eighth grade beau carried off top honors in a quizz bee, much to the chagrin of the other classes who were also participants in the contest. Several students have won praise in the band, orchestra, and high school programs. Their enthusiastic faces are outstanding on the bleachers, too, at the games as they clamor frantically for a touchdown or a basket. They are fast flooding the dance floor as “real jitterbugs and dancers. A few have offered their services to the Courier staff. The daily schedule finds the eighth grader studying geography, history, English, Spelling, math, gym, shop for the boys and home economics for the lassies. For some, detention is also another rou- tine subject, and how! FIRST Left to RtCHT-Layton. E. Plantan. Fisher. Blouph. H. Boerstler. Buck. Schuster. Louder: SECOND— Clawson. Orris Ashcom. D. Crislip. T. Davis, Salv. Saylor. Otto. Hamer. B. Boerstler. THIRD-Sanker Price. Rose Rosenthal. Dalappe. Polippo. Martin. Horne. Mr. Linpenfelter—Adviser: FOURTH-Bard ci «r' b' Cr‘S R' M.ck. Heslop. B. Davis. Thomas; FIFFH — Lever good. Litzinger. Ashman. Kimmrl bhaffer. Keenan. Ream; SIXTH —Ament. Stoker. F. Plantan. Gore. Obert. Ripple. 48 Lillie Big Shots MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING 99% JITTERBUGS Gosh! What was that? Step aside if you value your life! It's the meek little seventh qraders tearing at breakneck speed to their classes. Could they really be so anxious to get there, or what is the explanation for such speed? Frankly, we don't know. When these tiny midgets joined us, they gazed wide eyed at everything and their mouths stretched several inches when they saw the Chinese puzzle that confronted them in the large building in which they found themselves. There were many red faces for the first few weeks when seventh graders broke into the wrong room on a dead run. After a while they became acquainted with the mysteries of this labyrinth and became anything but timid. They provided the mortar which filled in the cracks and comers in our halls. They raced through the halls and gave their upperclassmen many a heart strain as they dashed towards them in Glenn Cunningham style. Although young and inexperienced and not actually a part of the high school, these students have proved that they are a genuine asset to the school. As candy sales- men they were real supermen! We pay tribute to each one who did his share in order that the 1942 Reflector was possible. Many of the up and coming members of both our band and orchestra are found in the enrollment of the seventh grade class. A few have taken advantage of the oppor- tunity provided them in becoming reporters on the school paper, the Courier. The boys have whole-heartedly taken to football and basketball and have demonstrated that they have the stuff to make an outstanding group of athletes in the future. The seventh grade boys won the Grade School Basket- ball League this year, a record of which to be proud. With the several years of training which lies ahead of these students, they will undoubtedly develop into heroes. They still possess a certain amount of timid- ity but they show prospects of a brilliant future. FIRST Lr.rt to Right —Wright. Stinf. James. Hassenplug. FJinn. Moors. Wid.-nyer. Pollock. Yeatts. Mishler. Rer% Christnrr. SECOND—Mi Hetrick—Adviser. Ripple. Marlin. Johnston. Walsh. Bandrow sky. Koehler. Sober. Dunmire. Larson. Auman Levergood THIRD—Harhrant. Marker. Ashman. Shull. Grantham. Shaffer. Sheldon. Moone. Hopiunv Mis Spangler —Adviser: FOURTH—Carlmark Hamp. Johns. Simler. Bockel. Stut:m n. Johnson Garland: FIFTH —Murdock. Speck. Kantner. Bee. Karashin. Fisher. Naugie: SIXTH —Miller. Henderson. Brasher. Hartnett. Zeiler. Moose. Baumbaugh. Repp. 49 More Little Big Shots IF YOU THINK YOU CAN If you think you are beaten, you are; If you think you dare not, you don't. If you like to win, and don't think you can. It's almost a cinch you won't. If you think you'll lose, you're lost, For out in the world we find Success begins with a fellow's will; It's all in the state of mind. Full many a race is lost Ere even a step is run, And many a coward fails, Ere even his work is begun. Think big and your deeds will grow, Think small and you’ll fall behind; Think that you can and you will— It's all in the state of mind. If you think you are outclassed; you are; You've got to think high and rise, You've got to be sure of yourself before You can ever win a prize. Life's battles don't always go To the stronger or faster man; But, sooner or later, the man who wins Is the fellow who thinks he can! —Author Unknown PHYSICALLY + THE PLAYGROUNDS OF TODAY MAKE D ja have your wheaties this morning, son? Okay, then, get in there and fight. Coach Fisher giving last-minute instructions to a substitute. Ferndale High School's football team, its train- ing curtailed because of the infantile paralysis quarantine, showed effects of its brief practice period when the rival DuBois High School eleven registered its first victory in five years over the ellow Jackets, 26 to 6. DuBois, unaffected by the paralysis ban, had a definite advantage with a couple of previous encounters in its record before tackling Ferndale. In the opening quarter DuBois drove to the Jacket seven and 14-yard lines but each time was thrown back in its attempt to score. The second quarter opened with the ball on Ferndale's 23-yard line. In six successive plays DuBois carried the ball to the one-yard line and then crashed into payoff territory on the seventh. The extra point was good. Zupan received the kickoff on his own six and returned it to the 18. After failing to gain any ground, DuBois blocked Rucosky's punt and took the ball on downs. ,, . _. „ , —• ................ n. w.r.ina. Brant. Opel: SECOND—Ass I. Coach Lingenfelter Plavhv uJw“fOu£t'h RB.0 y' h'T' i,, ,V “,D ‘r0 THIRD-Pmell. Hrmminger. Swick. Altemus. Ilufm.n },mn. P°“RTH-Rlv ly Heider Si«l« Re«d G tolyr. McDermott. R Michaels. Shaffer FIFTH - Drosjack. Muchesko Sharbaugh. Clawson. FcambKh: SIXTH-joe Soho. Schuster, fohn Soho. Harrison. Homola. Pet:: SEVENTH—Cable Thureau E Michaels Nine. Por'er. VVoodward. F. Saint:: EIGHTH-Wicknick Babela. De:elon. Komenskv. Pruts: NINTH —B. Saint: Uaughfrty, ochultz. Zfiler. Hairf. fohnson. Parlcvichio. 52 THE MEN OF TOMORROW’S DEFENSE + + The American way of foot- ball . . . pick out a man and smear him before he gets you. • What goes on here? —your guess is as good as ours in this case. Looks as though they're off to the races . . . but where are they going anyway? • Gr—Gr—I'll get you this time or else! . . . results—two black eyes. DuBois had possession of the ball on the Ferndale 28 when the final quarter got under way. After an exchange of play, Rucosky intercepted an enemy pass but fumbled, with DuBois recovering on the 24. On the next play, Stanley breezed around left end for the touchdown. The place kick was good. Ferndale's lone score resulted from a long pass from Zupan to Hindman who took the ball on the DuBois 30 and ran across the goal line. A lateral pass for the extra point was grounded. Ferndale was first to break the scoring ice, a 48-yard pass from Tony Zupan to Opel doing the trick in the second period. Cone- maugh came close to scoring in the second quarter, being on the Fer .-yard line when the whistle signifyii .e end of the first half was sounded. Undismayed by their failure to tally in the first half, the Loco- motives steamed back in the third period to chalk up seven points, enough to give them a one-point decision over their old borough rivals. A break which enabled the Steeds to gain possession of the ball led to Cone- maugh's only touchdown. Conemaugh, un- able to gain, punted, but the Iron Horses covered the ball on the Jacket 42 as a result of a Ferndale fumble. From this juncture the Blue and Red rolled on to a touchdown. Conemaugh bit the line on a fake place- ment for the game-winning extra point. 53 SPORTS PARTICIPATION MAKES HEALTHIER Doing the Conga Style . . . Precision . . . and Pep! The cheerleaders opened the season with snappy new uniforms. Cheered the team with determined enthusiasm as well as originating some new stirring pep yells. A strong second half drive featured Windber High's 39-12 win over Ferndale at Delaney Field. After receiving the opening kickoff on the 21, Zupan was forced to punt but got off a poor kick to his own 22. From this point Windber scored on a lateral pass. Rucosky intercepted a pass on the Stinger's 39 and then Zupan made six yards through center to move the ball to the 45. On the next play, with six yellow Jackets running interference, Zupan galloped 55 yards around right and into pay dirt to tie up the ball game at 6-6. Shortly after, the Miners regained their lead by lugging the ball from their 18 to the Jacket's 12 from which point a lateral pass around left end was good for a six- pointer. Ferndale quickly retaliated with its second touchdown. After receiving the ball on the Ferndale 20, Zupan took a lateral from Hindman to race to the Jacket 41; Davis made five at right tackle; then Hindman tossed a lateral to Zupan who threw a short pass to Allison over the center of the line and the right end raced down the sidelines for the score. Windber took on new life during the half-time intermission and came back strong to tally four touchdowns during the second half. It was definitely all Windber with Ferndale forced to play the defensive prac- tically the entire time. 54 HUFMAN URBAN ALLEN EDELMAN OPEL BODIES, STRONGER MINDS,BETTER CITIZENS Pul me in coach Interest . . . Determination . . . and Hope! This is a football game . . . coaches, substitutes, and cheerleaders all keenly interested in every development of the game, whether win or lose. A pass from Zupan to Davis, good for 59 yards, furnished Ferndale with enough points to trip Westmont, 7 to 2 at the Point Stadium when the borough rivals staged their 19th meeting before a large number of fans who braved the chilly weather. By winning this annual classic, Ferndale was able to place on the record its first triumph of the current campaign. The Jackets tallied midway in the second quarter while the Westmonters scored a safety late in the closing chapter on a block- ed Ferndale punt after they had a 64-yard drive halted on the Fishermen's one-yard marker. Ferndale's tally came after Zupan re- turned a Westmont punt 10 yards to the Black and Gold 37. Hindman slashed through right tackle to get up to his 41. From this point Zupan heaved a 14-yard bullet pass to Davis on the Hilltop 45-yard stripe who twisted away from two tacklers and cut sharply for the center of the field where he picked out those yellow-jerseyed team- mates. With the whole Westmont team in hot pursuit Davis made a bee-line for the goal and the last Red and Gray gridder took a desperate dive on the five-yard stripe. In the fourth period the Hilltop eleven inaugurated its big drive of the game. Tak- ing the ball on their own 36, the Enghmen ran and passed the ball to the Jacket one- yard stripe where the Jackets took possession of the ball on downs. DAVIS AI.LISON ZUPAN HINDMAN WARSING OTTO WE ENCOURAGE HEALTHFUL PARTICIPATION The Fishermen dropped the last game of their season to the heavy, powerful Lewistowners, 32-6. The visiting Jackets' lone score came in the second quarter following Hemminger's interception of a pass on the Femdale 47 yard line. In four plays Zupan carried the ball to the Lewistown 26 and then shot a pass in the flat to Altemus who ran 25 yards for a touchdown. At the opening of the third period Fern- dale was forced to give up the ball on downs on the Dragon 15 and in the final session, when playing against the Lewis town reserves, lost the ball on downs on the opponents' four-yard stripe. Later the Jackets reached the winners' 14. lost nine yards and the game ended with the losers throwing ineffectual passes. Lewistown had a 9-7 margin in first downs. In scrimmage plays, the locals out- gained the Jackets, 131-to-123 yards, while in passing they had a yardage advantage of 186 to 179. ★ ★ ★ FOOTBALL CANDIDS FOOTBALL RESUME • Around the gridiron with Grant, our popular sport's photographer. Femdale 6 DuBois 26 Femdale 6 Conemaugh 7 TOP LEFT: Now then, do you know what to do?, TOP CENTER: Strike up the band, TOP RIGHT: No wonder coaches get bald, LOWER LEFT: Sideline jitterbugs. LOWER RIGHT: The old gray mare, she ain't what she used to be. Ferndale ... 12 Windber 39 Femdale 7 Westmont 2 Femdale 6 Lewistown 32 IN ALL ATHLETIC GAMES AND EXERCISES Ferndale opened its cage campaign with an impressive, 30-18, victory over a classy Alumni team, winner of the Tri- County League title last year. The game was featured by the impressive style and performance of the new Jacket combin- ation. Led by Guard Davis who accounted lor a dozen points, the Stingers registered a 37-27 victory over Conemaugh Town- ship High on the Ferndale court. Coach Fisher's proteges were off stride in their shooting but more than made up for this deficiency with some expert ball-handling. A big lead built up in the first three quarters enabled the Jacket basketeers to withstand a late but determined bid for victory by Allegany High, which went down to a 30-27 defeat at the hands of the visitors. Ferndale began to travel in the second frame after B. Altemus scored from close range to put the Jackets in the lead permanently. In their first Tri-County encounter, the Jackets chalked up a fifteen point victory by handing the Indiana Indians a 30-15 setback. Opel, Ferndale center, led the attack with a total of eleven points to his credit. After trailing their opponents for more than three quarters. Ebensburg staged a furious last-period rally to nose out the Fisher cagers, 19-16, to register the first defeat of the season for the Jacket quintet. When the Stingers journeyed to Blairs- ville, they were considered the under- dogs, but returned home victorious after knocking the league leading Blairsville Bob Cats from the ranks of the district s undefeated cage quintets, 27-23. The Fishermen set the pace the entire dis- tance and had recorded 11 points before the home team could find the range and sink a double decker just before the open- ing quarter ended. The game was fea- tured by the brilliant floor work of Herb Rucosky who led his team with a total of eight points. Clicking consistently with their smooth- TOP: Left to Right—Altemus, Hindman. BOTTOM: Left to Right—Brant, Schweitzer. Plachy. working offensive, the Jackets crawled into a first-place tie with Westmont in the Tri-County League by drubbing Windber High, 37-22, on the home court. On several occasions the local lads put on a scoring spree to soar ahead never to be overtaken. ON THE COURT WITH THE YELLOW JACKETS 57 BUILDING PLAYER i Using to advantage their greater height in the second half the Mountain Lions of Altoona rapped the visiting Ferndale tossers a 40-26 defeat. The first quarter ended in a 6-6 deadlock, with Altoona taking a 15-14 lead at the end of the second period. The Lions pulled away in the third period and showed a big superiority as they steadily increased their lead. The Stingers lost a heart breaker to Westmont when the Hilltoppers defeated the visitors 24-17. It was not until the clos- ing period that the Red and Gray pulled away from the Jackets. The first three periods were closely contested and the winners were in the front by only one point when the final frame got under way. Ferndale played under a serious handicap, losing the service of its steady defensive guard, Bob Hindman, out because of illness. The triumph gave Westmont sole possession of the lead in the league circuit. The Conemaugh Indians threatened to scalp the visiting Fishermen in their second encounter of the season but fell short in a 22-18 decision. Ferndale was forced on diff- erent occasions, but the Gold and Black quintet regained its advantage each time the losers threatened. TOP Left to Right—Davis. Altemus. CENTER. Left to Right—Opel Rucosky. BOTTOM Left to Right —Coach Fisher L. Altemus. Schweitrer. Plachy. Davis. Opel. Brant. Hindman. B. Altemus. Ruco«ky. 58 PARTICIPATION AND PUBLIC INTEREST The Trojans of Johnstown were forced to light off a last-quarter rally in tripping the borough quintet 27-24, in a fast, thrilling •age contest on the Somerset Street court. It was a nip-and-tuck affair with the lead changing hands and the score being dead- locked on several occasions. Ferndale's Yellow Jackets avenged an early-season defeat when they stung Ebens- burg High's Red Devils, 33-27, on the home court. The winners got off to a slow start but finally hit their stride to roll ahead and stay there until the final whistle. The Stingers lost a second heart-breaker which proved disastrous to the outcome of their season's record. Locking horns in a hard-fought Tri-County game with the In- diana cagers, the Indians eked out a 23-22 verdict to knock Ferndale virtually out of the race for the league championship. The Jackets rolled up a substantial lead in the first half, were overtaken as Indiana moved ahead in a big third-quarter rally, then tied the score in the final period and it was touch-and-go from there out. 30 Alumni 18 Ferndale 37 Conemaugh Twp. 27 Ferndale 30 Allegany 27 30 Indiana 15 Ferndale 16 Ebensburg 19 Ferndale 27 Blairsville 23 Ferndale 37 Windber 22 Ferndale 26 Altoona 40 Ferndale ... 17 Westmont 24 Ferndale ... 22 Conemaugh Twp. 18 Ferndale ... 24 Johnstown 27 Ferndale 33 Ebensburg 27 Ferndale ... 22 Indiana 23 Ferndale ... 38 Windber 23 Ferndale 25 Blairsville 23 Ferndale 15 Johnstown 19 Ferndale 31 Westmont .26 Ferndale 26 Altoona 28 Ferndale 35 Allegany 34 ‘Ferndale 42 Richland 23 fFerndale . 31 Ebensburg 18 •{•Ferndale 23 Conemaugh Twp. 20 fFemdale . 32 Westmont 25 •{•Ferndale 25 Lilly .28 'Post Season Game fSt. Francis Basketball Tournament Won 16 Lost 8 SHOOTING —Joe Soho: RIGHT SIDE OF FOUL LINE-C.ble Nine. Clawson. Pel:: LEFT SIDE OF FOUL LINE-Schusler. John Soho Gentler. Simlrr. 59 Baggage luggers Shaffer, Daugherty, Rively The Fisher cagers stepped into second place as a result of their decisive defeat over the Coaltowners, 38-23 on the Windber court. Coach Fisher's boys forged to the front early in the contest and set the pace all the way as they were never seriously threatened. After trailing their rivals through the greater part of the first three periods, the Black and Gold cagers car- ried the final period by a slight margin to nose out Blairsville, 25-23, on four straight field goals and held a slight lead until the end of the quarter. Forced to trail through most of the first half, the in- vading Trojans finally pulled ahead in the third period. At this point the lead changed hands on several occa- sions, and, when the last whistle sounded, the Johnnies were holding a four point lead, eking out a 19-15 de- cision over their rivals. Ferndale gained revenge over the Tri- County League Champions by upsetting the Hilltoppers in the final game of the schedule, 31-36. By virtue of this victory the Jackets clinched second place in the final league standings. Westmont got off to an early lead, but after the locals began to click, the Jackets soon took the lead and maintained it to the end. The Lions of Altoona were given a stiff battle on the local floor in defeating the Jackets 28-26. Tight defensive play marked the early stages of the contest with the Jac- kets holding a slight edge. Both clubs opened up the third period, during which the Ma- roons wiped out the Jackets' advantage and gained a two-point edge. Inability to penetrate a tight Stinger de- fense resulted in defeat for the Allegany quintet on the Jacket floor, 35-34. While the invaders were forced to attempt practically all of these shots from outside the foul line, the winners counted most of their points from close range and on fast-breaking play. The battle was nip-and-tuck throughout with Braden Altemus, forward, counting 18 points to spearhead the Jackets to the triumph. In a post season game the Boroughites rapped the Richland Townshippers, 42-23. The Richlanders managed to give the Jackets a hard battle the first half but the Ferndale lads jumped in front in the third period to win easily. The Fishermen closed the regular sche- duled season with twelve wins in nineteen starts and earned the runner-up position in the Tri-County League. Entering the St. Francis Tournament, the Jackets swept aside Ebensburg, Conemaugh Township, and Westmont to place them in the finals against the North Cambria Coun- tv Champions, Lilly High. In a fast, rip- snortina. soul-stirring battle the Jackets fell short of a three point lead in a last period rallv and dropped a 28-25 decision to the Red Devil Cagers. By result of this loss the Shngers were awarded the runner-up tro- phy for the tuornament and silver basket- balls to each member of the team. 60 CALLING ALL PEOPLE TO THE COLORS ’TWAS ONLY A WILD AND WOOLLY SCUFFLE Webster defines wrestling as a struggle between two individuals, to see which will throw the other. To the wrestler of the modern school, it is a scientific application of various de- ceptive techniques employed to maneuver one's adversary into a position of jeopardy with an ultimate end of placing an oppo- nent's shoulder blades to the mat. At Ferndale, the primary reason for wrestling, being introduced as a varsity sport, was to provide some developing and conditioning activity that has the same fund- amentals as football. The added incentive came when interscholastic meets were scheduled. With no experience the team traveled to Boswell where they met with defeat but gained new eagerness to improve. The next meet, at Indiana, was a closely fought battle, finally ending in a win for the Indians. On two return meets with these same schools respectively, the boys again put up hard fought matches, but the lack of experience cost the Jackets' victories again. In the fifth match, a hotly contested scuffle at Cone- maugh Township, the matmen finally began to show some effect of knowledge and ex- perience. Not until the last two bouts was the meet decided, and even then Baker and Captain Edelman gave a good exhibition of the groan and grunt business. As a climax to the season, in a return match with Cone- maugh Township, the Ferndale boys brought home the bacon with their first victory, 16-11. Starting with thirty aspirants, the boys eliminated one another until fiften were left. From this group the varsity was chosen. To win a letter, a boy must have com- peted in 2 3 of the meets or gained at least one win in varsity competition. This year Ray Michaels, Bill James, Fred Urban, James Pinelli, Fred Otto, and Gunther Edelman earned letters. Next year, prospects look much brighter with a nucleus around which to build a team. FIRST Lerr to Right—Wickmck. Pinelli. James. Sharbaugh. Sell. Hassenplua; SECOND— Parlevechio. Reed. Swick. E. Michaels. Schultz; THIRD—Urban. R. Michaels. Otto. Coach Lingenfelter. Edelman. Harrison. Parker. Bone Crushers 61 No takers allowed FIRST Left to Right — Coach Fisher. Hufman. Barron. Hridcr. W. Davis. Edclman Zupan. A � i tant Coat K I.mgrnfrltrr. SECOND—Rucoaky. Warding. Allen. Allison. Bruce. Johnson; THIRD—Hindman. Otto. Opel Urban; FOURTH-Brant. H. Davis. Only those athletes who have met the requirements for a letter in one or more varsity teams are eligible for membership in the Femdale ”F Club. The purpose of the club is to foster the spirit of fair play, cooperation, and clean living among ath- letic competitors in Femdale High School. The 'F Club pledge is as follows: ‘T promise to be loyal at all times to the F Club and to the school for which it stands. I will not cheat. I will obey training rules i i:i i) 7 1« l U HH S hill. I )f :i s ( 1 ()l l u 1 ' and play the game hard for the fun of the game, trying to win by strength and skill. I will treat my opponents with courtesy. If I play in a group game, I will play not for my own glory, but for the success of my team. I will be a good loser and a generous winner. I will at all times as a wearer of the ”F try to set a good example for Fern- dale athletes and try to help in any way I can those who are trying to make the team. I understand that if I do not live up to this pledge I may be asked to give up YEA TEAM FIGHT FIGHT FIGHT V Y I R C O T VICTORY H I T 'E M HIGH . . . H I T E M LOW . . . To be a good, snappy and peppy cheerleader is their ambition, and they are living up to it! They run out on the field and say. “Let's Go Team! ' and always end up saying. “We're the Team that Beats 'Em All. (?) HAZY, MAZY, KNOCK ’EM CRAZY, FERNDALE CHEERLEADERS, WOW! 63 PARTICIPATION IN INTRAMURAL SPORTS PROVIDES WE TAKE TIME OUT TO PLAY VOLLEYBALL TOP TO BOTTOM: SENIORS. JUNIORS. SOPHOMORES. FRESHMEN Will those Seniors beat us again? This was the question asked by every Junior, Sopho- more, and Freshman. Since the class of '42 had won the pen- nant for the past two years, everyone was trying her best to break this record. The vol- leyball teams were organized in October with the largest turn-out in the history of the school. Thelma Rose was elect- ed Manager, whose job was to get the games started and to keep score. After a few prac- tice games in gym class, the fun began. Many times the scores were so close and the yelling so loud that one could- n't tell just who was beating who . Finally the Seniors won again but not without trying hard because the other teams, especially the Juniors, gave them a tough fight. Many girls, who took part in the volleyball games, learned to control their temper, developed good sports- manship, and were shown how to lose with their chin up. THEY DID IT AGAIN! Won Lost Seniors 13 2 Juniors 11 4 Sophomores 6 9 Freshmen 0 15 SENIORS FIRST— Lerr to Richt—Saylor. H. Klough. Davis. Mitchell. Buck. R Blough Michalidev SECOND — Rose. Sanker. Bixel. Girousky. Kamiel. Miss Hetrick —Adviser. JUNIORS: FIRST—Coleman. Pollock. Jacobs. Naugle. Larson. Foltz. Evans: SECOND — Utrcht. Knuff. Daniels. Lees. Hassenplug. Ritchey. SOPHOMORES: FIRST - B Wright. Saylor. A. Wright. D Shaffer. Huster. Beihl. Ceslovnik. Benford: SECOND — Brendlinger. Davis. M. L. Shaffer. Shull. Sanker. Sharpe. Wingard: THIRD—Market. Nauqle. Walker. Bockel. Fisher. Easton. McConnell; FOURTH — M. Todhunter Breit- enstine. Rubrecht. Zimmerman. Zore. N. Tod- hunter. Elliot. FRESHMEN FIRST-Stahl. Warren. Johnston. Salv. Pollock. Hamer. Or- ris. Caltabach. Kantner. Livingstone: SECOND—Sfutzman. Brown. Hill. Shar- baugh. Moors. Ripple. James: THIRD— Horner. Keim. Lees. Koehler. Shaffer. 64 good, clean, wholesome athletic rivalry Shoot! Shoot! What's all the racket9 This familiar yelling and cheering could always be heard from the gymnasium every Mon- day and Friday evening. This year the interclass pro- gram started rolling with the ini- tial game in January. Some of the girls certainly put enthusiasm be- hind their efforts as the competi- tion became more keen as the schedule proceeded. After the wind-up in April the results showed that the Seniors had car- ried away the laurels again. This team of girls are really champs for they have won several tour- naments during their four years of high school. Our gym has given the girls games for fun and games for glory with good health and en- thusiasm as by products. Playing the game teaches the important lesson of cooperation and sports- manship. TOO BAD. FRESHIES! Won Lost Seniors 14 i Juniors 10 5 Sophomores .. 6 9 Freshmen 0 15 SENIORS FIRST—Lr T to Right— Bandrowsky. Biiel. Mitchell. Rose; SECOND—Mi Hetrick — Adviser. H Blough. R. Blough. Buck. Michalides. Davis Saylor JUNIORS.- FIRST-Foltz. Evans. Larson. Knuff. Pollock. Ritchey. Coleman, lacobs; SECOND—Utecht. Hassenplug. Murray. Lee� Gindlesperger. Daniels Naugle SOPHO- MORES FIRS I — Polippo. Zimmerman. Wright. Savior. Kellv; SECOND—Ceslovnik. Shull. Sank- er Markel. Bockel. McConnell. Fisher. Easton. Naugle. Beihl. Sharpe. D. Shaffer. Benford: THIRD— Brendlinqer. M L. Shaffer. Davis. Bandrowsky. N. Todhunter. Hofecker. M Tod- hunter. Breitenstine. Elliott. Rubrecht. Wingard. Husfer FRESHMEN FIRST-Orns. lames. Johnston Warren. Stahl: SECOND—Hamer. Lit- :inger. Hanik. Lehman. Sustersic. Koehler. Stutzman. Keim. Brown. Sharbaugh. Caltabach: THIRD—Pollock. Saly. Kantner. Livingstone. Lees. Hill. Ripple. Moors. Horner. ANI) TO ENJOY A GOOD GAME OF BASKETBALL TOP TO BOTTOM SENIORS. JUNIORS. SOPHOMORES. FRESHMEN 65 TOP TO BOTTOM SENIORS. IUNIORS. SOPHOMORES. FRESHMEN VN OPPORTUNITY FOR ANYONE TO PLAY REGARDLESS OF EXPERIENCE One of the most attractive fea- tures of the school is the gym- nasium. Here the boys can find pleasant diversion from routine of studies. Furthermore, it benefits both body and mind. Good sports- manship, fostered throughout the basketball league, is stressed as much an asset to a student as a knowledge of his academic sub- jects. Basketball becomes popular when the weather's frosty breath blows outside. Those who are adept try for ‘he varsity teams. The remainder engage in intra- mural basketball and get a great deal of enjoyment from it. Often much ability is demonstrated at these games, and varsity material often springs up. This year's inter- class schedule was the most suc- cessful in recent years. Led by Davis and Barron the Seniors were too much for their younger opponents. TOO MUCH EXPERIENCE Won Lost Seniors 12 3 Sophomores 9 6 Juniors 7 8 Freshmen 3 12 SENIORS: FIRST: Lei-t to Right — Stouppc, Barron. Davi� . Fratnbach. Louder: SECOND- Alliaon. Hufman. Coach Fisher. Ritchey. Dros- lack. Winoard. JUNIORS FIRST-Grilfith. Ackerman. Otto Hcider. Sell. Saints: SECOND— Wiegand. Auman. Harris. Markowitz. Parker. Snyder. Zupan. Gremng. SOPHOMORES: FIRST — Hassenplug. lames. Klmmel Heider. Staffer. Homola: SECOND—Pen. Armstrong. Roberts. Michaels. FRESHMEN FIRST—Kuyat. Hem mtnger. Hamilton. Parlevechio. Walker: SECOND — Hopkins. Hindman. Wingard. INTERCLASS BASKETBALL CATCHES THEM ALL 66 FIRST L rr to Right — Hufraan. Altemus. Hrider. Johnson. Wicknick; SECOND—Hnrris. Felix. ★ ★ TO THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES I pledge allegiance to the United States ol America, and promise to keep myself physically fit, because it is my first responsibility as a citizen.'' The Cross-State Physical Fitness Run, sponsored by the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association, aroused the interest of thousands of boys and adults throughout Penn- sylvania in athletic participation. The event was planned for young athletes of many schools to carry in a silver baton a pledge of personal physical fitness from the youth of Pennsylvania. The run was to cover several hundred miles between Erie and Philadelphia, with the event ending in front of Independence Hall on Armistice Day. The Ferndale team, running with other Johnstown schools, carried the pledge from New Florence to Johns- town and sent it on its way to South Fork. Each athlete was given an em- blem and a certificate to show he was chosen from his school to par- ticipate in the event. ONE FOR THE MONEY, TWO FOR THE SHOW', THREE TO GET READY, AND FOUR TO GO! 67 Friends, like all good things in this life, can be had by any one who wants them. There is only one simple rule to follow; it is this: To have a friend, be one yourself. —Author Unknown We are greatly proud of being descended from men who have set the world example of founding civil institutions on the great and united principle of human freedom and human knowledge. —Daniel Webster A kind word, or a timely helping hand extended to a neighbor or friend whose prospects may not be as promising as yours may bring much joy and hope—at no cost at all to you. —Charles Caswell Every day is a little life, and our whole life is but a day repeated. Therefore live every day as if it would be the last. Those that dare lose a day, are dangerously prodigal; those that dare mis- spend it are desperate. —B. P. Hall The harder one tries to pursue happiness, the more elusive it is. This is because happiness is a by-product. It always comes as a result of some other action—usually work because then one feels necessary and useful. If we are idle we feel selfish and un- necessary. Find some worthwhile occupation, lose yourself in it. and suddenly some day you'll find yourself happy and wonder how it happened. —Author Unknown SOCIALLY ★ Working on page layouts and copy assign- ments are some of the difficult tasks of every staff. REFLECTOR . . . The editors of the Re- flector have attempted to present an all school yearbook, one which will recall the year 1941-1942 in an entirely new way. We have had two goals in mind. First, we have tried to make this annual as attractive and beautiful as our finances would permit. Our second aim was to be as original in achiev- ing our first ambition as was possible. We feature a very timely and practical theme. Today, all around us, we see evidences of Making America Strong for the critical test we are facing. We have planned the general layout of the book to carry out this idea, and, at the same time, to alleviate the monotony by giving you dozens of snap- shots, literary informality in our own ex- clusive Reflector style and taste. We tell you what you did, how you did it, when you did it. In fact, we are thinking how you, individually, are Making America Strong. STUDENT ADVISERS Editor ................... Patricia Mitchell Ass't. Editors ........ Ruth Blough, Peggy Buck, Doris Saylor Senior Editor ......... Mary Gene Sanker Copy Editor Betty June Dawson Art Editor ................. Robert Wright Humor Editors Eddie Weimer, Warren Louder Typists .................... Helen Heslop, Frances Likar, Lucy Martella WE UPHOLD FREEDOM OF THE PRESS COURIER . . . What's all the rush and racket? The Courier's out! Say, these articles are interesting! Who is this person known as Quigley? . . . Such are the remarks frequently made about our popular periodical published by students from all classes of the school. The chief purpose of the Courier is to reflect the activities and opinions of the stu- dents. As a student publication, both the actual work and the forming of policy are handled by the students with the advice of the faculty adviser. Not only does the Courier act az a news organ covering the activities of the school, it also serves as a training ground for those of our students who are interested in journalistic endeavors. Leaders of the staff this year were: Charles Trexel, editor; Lois Jean Hassen- plug, assistant; Jane Foltz, Luke Stravasnik, sports; Robert Wright, art; Mary Gene Sank- er, exchange; Betty Shull, secretary; Betty June Dawson, student adviser for seventh and eighth grades; Homer Hill, faculty ad- viser. Hang on, Eddie old boy! 70 1 COURIER «' FIRST Left to Right — D. Iliurnplui) Rosenthal. Horn. Bta«her. Ashman. Pollock. Speck. Warren. Brandrowsky. SECOND - Schuller D Blough. Hamer. Athiom. Sober THIRD—Miller. Foltz. Evans. V. Sanker. Horner. Sharpe Klahre. Sharbaugh. D a lor I. Saylor Mr Hill—' Adviver; FOURTH -Benford. Mil hall Da via Shull. L. J. Ha� - .rnpluq. Market. Manflua, Ritchey. H B lough B Wright. FIFTH — Bu«k. R Blough. Dawson. Easton. Boikel Brendlinger. Naugle SIXTH — Rose. M G. Sanker. Mil halide Moors. Zeller, Walk- er SEVENTH— Tresel. Grening. Ham Ackerman. Hofecker. Lees. EIGHTH—Gilbert. Stravas- oik- REFLECTOR BLAME THEM FOR THIS ROOK FIRST Left to Right—L- Saylor. Coleman. D. Saylor. H Blough. Mitchell. Davis. Jacobs. Larson. SECOND—Mr. Custer —Photographer. D Hassenplug. Gindlesperger. Foltz. Evans. V. Sanker. Sharpe. Klahre. Hoover. Wright. Mr. Townsend — Business Adviser: THIRD—Mr. Kunkle—Adviser. Henney. Bockel. Brendlinger. L Naugle. Dawson. V. Berkebile. D Berkebile. Mr Boerstler — Art Adviser: FOURTH-B Naugle. Elliott Easton. Fisher McConnell. P Blough Buck. Michalides FIFTH — Zeiler. L. I- Hassenplug. Markel. Mangus. Benford. I- Gilbert. Kolar. Lees. SIXTH — Walker. Bixel. Rose. M. G. Sanker. Moors. Johnson. T- Croyle: SEVENTH —Louder. Kimmel. Boyer. Schweitzer T Gilbert. Howard: EIGHTH —Edwards. Frambach. 1942 Reflector and Courier staffs sweat many hours away over their assignments WE MAINTAIN A PROGRAM OF CHARACTER Hi-Ya Boys FIRST: Left to Right—Griffith. B. Hcsaltine. Hassenplug. C. Hesaltine. Mitchell. Stuver. Chismar. J. Heidcr: SECOND—Roberts. Stravasnik. Weimer. Parker. N. Howard. Armstrong. E. Howard: THIRD — Mostoller. Louder. B. Harris. Acherman. K. Heider. Johnson: FOURTH —Schuster. Edwards. W. Davis. Barron. Frambach Sharbaugh. Hindman: FIFTH—S. Harris. H. Davis. Plachy. Opel. Mr. Moorhead—Adviser: SIXTH — Brant. Rogers. IDEALS V!N 1) ACCOMPLISHMENTS President .... Vice President Secretary Chaplin ...... Adviser Jack Rogers Thomas Johnson Donald Boyer Todd Croyle Mr Moorhead INDUCTION CEREMONY A bird's eye view of the Hi-Y in action. This was one occasion when our boys were actually serious and solemn. Because of the eagerness and sin- cerity of Ferndale High boys to share equally their obligations toward civic citizenship, the Hi-Y Club was or- ganized. This club, the same as hundreds of other Hi-Y organizations of America, firmly pledged itself to promote a spirit of Christian democracy throughout the school and community. The membership is composed of boys who conscientiously devote them- selves to the forming of, as well as the maintaining of, a high moral char- acter. Their high standards of sports- manship and spiritual character tend to overcome the undesirable forces with which we come into daily contact. This year the club contributed the necessary funds for the building of a ping-pong table for the soldiers in one of the training camps. In co-opera- tion with the Johnstown Hi-Y Club, an impressive induction ceremony was carried out in one of the school as- semblies. 72 development and religious philosophy Hey. Hey! This won't do. The girls seem to be enjoying themselves at Jo Anne's expense The old members devised a clever way of initiating the new Girl Reserves. A true reflection of the lives and activities of Ferndale High students may be seen clearly through the success of its Girl Reserve Club. This organization strives to create, maintain, and extend throughout the school and community high standards of Christian character. The Girl Reserves play a major role in influencing and promoting self improvement, fellowship and serv- ice among students. The club was organized with Peggy Buck, president; Eileen Larson, vice-president; Eleanor Davis .secretary; Beatrice Wright, treasurer; and Miss Caldwell, adviser. An initiation party for new members, an inspiring Girl Reserve assem- bly, a jinx dance on Friday, “the 13th , the April Sport Hop, and a Red Cross sewing project highlighted the club activities. Bringing their program to a close with the annual farewell banquet, the members enjoyed together a very successful and creditable year. HRbI Lti-T TO Right—B. Wright. A. Stahl. L. Stahl. Warren. Coleman. Orris. R. Pollock. Weimer. Culliton: SECOND—Croyle. Rhoden. R Stahl. D. Saylor. L. Saylor J. Saly. Mitchell. R Davis. A. Wright: 1 HIRD— Falsone. Hofecker. Kichler. Mayer. Felton. K Saly. Johnston. H. Blough. Miss Caldwell —Adviser. FOURTH—Coughenour. Kesslak. James. Ripple. Spangler. Clawson. Hill: FIFTH —D Shaffer. Kelly. Shar- baugh. Brown. Livingstone. Grening. Hamer: SIXTH —P. Pollock. M. L. Shaffer. Ritchey. E. Davis. Jerasa. Robert . Hassenplug. SEVENTH - Michalides. Zeiler. M Moor, E. Walker. Buck. R Blough; EIGHTH — Market. Shull. Manaus. V Sanker. Klahre. Hoover: NINTH —B. Naugle. Larson. Gindlesperger. Jacobs. Sharpe. Foils; TENTH-]. Moor . M Lees. D Berkebile. V. Berkebile Beihl ELEVENTH —Easton. Bock el McConnell. Fisher. P. Walker. L Naugle: TWELFTH —Henney. N. Todhunter. Marine. M. G. Sanker. Frombaih Huster. Bandrowsky: THIRTEENTH —Knuff. Nycum. Elliot. Sherbine. Greta. L. Davis: FOUR- IEENTH —L. Lees. Evans. Keim. Stutrman. Koehler. Rose. FIFTEENTH —Zimmerman. Wingard. Daniels H. Kindiera. D. Kindzera. Zore: SIXTEENTH —Murray, Gilbert. M. Todhunter. Rubrecht. Bixcl. Reserved for Girls 73 THROUGHOUT AMERICA MILLIONS OF PEOPLE Getting ready for the big performance. Now lookie here, do as I say . . . . Oh, so you're really leaving us. “JUNE MAD” IN DECEMBER June Mad was one of the best Senior Class plays given in years at Ferndale. Highly praised and applauded by the many people who saw it, the cast can be well proud of its achievement. Mr. Kuhs, director, deserves much credit for his endless patience and efforts in coach- ing the cast for such a performance. Putting on a play is both fun and work. Weeks and weeks of practice are required to polish off the rough spots, endless patience is required to cast the scenes over and over, and many a head- ache results from time to time when everything seems to be going wrong. But, on the other hand, there are many hours of enjoyment and pleasure during the numerous rehearsals ... We had so many good times that Mr. Kuhs had to remind us we were putting on a play, not a cir- cus ... Of course, we made many mis- takes which always caused an uproar for a few minutes—but wasn’t it all fun— Penny's real-to-life actions kept us in a constant good spirit and laughter, Effie and Elmer kept everyone in giggles throughout the nine weeks of practice. Rouge Babies SEATED: Lerr to Right — Croyle. Stouppe. Blough. Edwards; STAND- ING— Rogers. Mr. Kuhs — Director. Davis. Sanker — Student Director. Weimer. Saylor. Bixel. Walker. Buck. Pessango. Louder. 74 gather every day to enjoy entertainment Lights! Action! Camera! The curtain! goes up on one of Femdale's outstanding achievements of the year—the spring con- cert The Star Spangled Caravan was pre- sented by the music department under the supervision of Mr. Baker, and it provided the audience with an entertaining and most enjoyable evening. For weeks in advance students were practicing (we wonder?) for the big day that was coming . . . the glee clubs were warming up their vocal cords . . . band and orchestra were busy getting the rust out of their horns and members of the operetta tried to memorize their lines. When Mr. Baker had completely ex- hausted his patience and the brunt of toil and worry began to show on his brow, things really got going and finally, after hours of fun and laughter, the night of the presentation came. With much excited con- versation and laughing everyone got set- tled at last, and the curtain rose. Although all were a bit nervous and shaky at first, they put their whole soul into it and met with success. It went over with a bang! The Ushers Club, a still young unit of the Girl Reserves, has celebrated its sec- ond anniversary with the closing of the school year. The purpose of this organiza- tion is two-fold. First, it renders a service to the people of the school and community. Secondly, it serves as an honorary society of the Girl Reserves. The ushers are selected according to their ability, shown during the year, to up- hold their club pledge and to be of service to others. According to the merit system set up several years ago, the girls with the highest number of points at the end of each year have their choice of being an usher or receiving a G. R. emblem. In the case of a senior it is a pin while under- classmen usually take the ushership. The uniform dress of the Ushers Club is a yellow or gold blouse with a black shirt and socks with sport shoes. The girls also wear a gold ribbon with the word USHER printed in black as an identification. When in complete array, the girls make a very attractive group to greet their patrons and guests at the door with a cheery Good evening, may I help you to a seat! Seat Finders FIRST: Upt to Ricmt—L. Saylor. D. Saylor. Larson. Jacobs. Hassenplug. Evans. Miss Cald- well — Adviser; SECOND- Fisher. McConnell. Rose. Todhunter. Buck. 75 W M U EAD 'EM AND SMILE ... We look back to the nooks and crannies of Ferndale High and see what its inhabitants unnoticedily have done and said_______oh dear me! WE ONLY HEARD MISS MYERS . . . What's the difference between a check and a draft? BOYER . . . “Just open your mouth—that's a draft. MISS MYERS . . . All right, Boyer, just put a check on that draft! KEN HEIDER . . . Just got a swell job in the bakery. MR. KELLER . . . That so? What do you do? KEN . . . Loaf all day. MR. KUHS . . . May I ask you a question? MR. LINGENFELTER . . . Yes, but make it a short one.” MR. KUHS . . . If a teacher is teaching a teacher, does the teacher doing the teaching have to teach the teacher the way the teacher being taught wants to be taught, or does the teacher teaching the teacher, teach the way he usually teaches? MR. KELLER . . . Walter, you were a very tidy boy not to throw your orange peel on the floor. Where did you put it? WALTER . . . (nervously) In, in, in Opel's locker. OUR SCHOOL PROGRAM IS .. . OUR CLASSROOM BONERS MR FISHER . . . Name the five parts of a flower. DORA . . . Sepals, pedals, antlers, pistile. and trigger. The pistile is its only protection.” MR. CUSTER . . . Brant, give an example of hard water. BRANT . . . Ice. MR HILL . . . Why is an open shop bene- ficial to the average working man? TODD . . . He gets more fresh air. • Is there such a thing as parallel lines meeting? MOPE . . . Yes, if you bend them. MR. BAKER . . . Parker, what instruments are used in your band?” PARKER . . . Viles, cellars, trumpets, hornets and baboons.’ • • MISS MYERS . . . Jack, what is the moral of the Ancient Mariner? . . . SLACK . . . “Obey the fish and game laws. Aw, go tell it to Sweeney! Herb’s definition of H O, CO’ and CH’O. H’O is hot water; CO’ is cold water and CH’O is sea water. MISS SPANGLER . . . Didn't you promise me that you would study your lesson? DON . . . Yes, Miss Spangler. MISS SPANGLER . . . and didn't I promise you detention if you didn't? DON . . . Yes, Miss Spangler, but as I've broken my promise you don't need to keep yours. MISS HETRICK . . . What's the spinal column? HELEN . . . It's a collection of bones running up and down your back and keeps you from being legs clear up to your neck. MR. LINGENFELTER . . . Name six animals peculiar to the Arctic Region. BUCK Three bears and three seals. NOT “ALL WORK AND in PI AW” GOOD OLD GOLDEN RULE DAYS Zoom! What was that? Another air raid. Who would have thought of such a thing in 1870? Why no one, of course, except Grandpa. Today we have modern education. No longer are we taught to the tune of a hickory stick . . . instead our dear teachers just say so calmly, one week in detention for you. Our daily life would be lost in modern '42 without the 5 cent movies, book reports to worry about, P. D. tests to flunk, admit slips for the late comers, I. Q. tests to see what we don't know, or count- less whatnots of which we haven't the space and time to re- mind you. THERE WENT POP’S GASOLINE On May Sixteenth the Juniors and Seniors were ushered into the Masonic Temple for the social highlight of the year, the Junior-Senior Reception. In keeping with the annual custom, the Juniors entertained their Senior guests with a tasty and appeasing banquet follow- ing which the couples adjourned to the ballroom for dancing. For several hours evening gowns and new suits whirled to the music of Nevin Jones and his orchestra. Swing, jive, waltzes and even a dash of novelty had its respective place on the program. In spite of drastic tire and gasoline rationing, some couples had made plans to walk to the reception; others decided to take a trolley; while the wise old owls comtemplated carrying a spare milk can full of gasoline in the trunk, just in case! (for- give us Punk). Oh my, it would be called off after all! Shucks. Now our worries are over after weeks of figuring and wondering. ★ ★ IT’S ALL OYER BUT THE SHOUTING Curtain call! This began the end of our career as students of Ferndale High. Senior Class Day—May 20. Here were all of our hidden talents in acting revealed. Then for a more serious type of event we met at the Park Avenue U. B. Church—June 7. This provided us with a helpful sermon by Rev. Weaver. To top everything off—June 8 was the date for commencement exercises held at the high school. Caps, gowns, stage fright, sorrow, joy, memories and the nearness of the future became mixed in the Melting-Pot. Thus we graduated! MANY VARIED AND GLEEFUL Top Left: Here's Doc Baker making the girls open wide and say ahhhhh. Maybe it isn’t sup- posed to be that at all Top Richts Pass the Biscuits, Pappy . Gov and Custer, as usual, are still eating. Center Lett: Oh. boy —only one more payment to miss, and the car will be theirs! Center Right Spring weath- er, candy bars, and Eddie Weimer def- initely seem to mix. Lower Lett: Just a little early for swim- ming. isn't it girls? No doubt the fishes were amazed! Lower Right: Out for a drink of water, that's all. ★ ★ ALL IN THE LIFE OF A STUDENT CAMERA - ANTICS What a variety of them! The opportunity to assemble in groups, to sing the familiar songs we love to hear; to enjoy a square meal three times a day; to own an automobile, motorcycle, airplane, an oT gray mare and buggy or whatever your little heart desires; to hang around in twos or scores, gab and gossip with the gossipers; to enjoy every phase of recreation, everything from playing checkers to swimming, even bathing in the fish hatcheries for the enjoyment of others as well as getting your supply of vitamins, pills and good old luke-warm aqua . . . Yes, America is a grand place in which to live. AFFAIRS THAT SUPPLY MIRTH AND ENJOYMENT 79 FOR THOSE DULL MOMENTS . . . A STIMULANT MR. BAKER . . . What is the matter. Louder? Can't you keep in step? LOUDER . . . “I'm the only one in step, so you better teach the rest of the band to keep in step. MISS HETRICK . . . Name three tragedies of Shakespeare. DORIS . . . Macbeth, King Lear, and Twelve Nights in a Bar Room. MR. KUHS . . . Don, give an example of a collective noun. PETZ . . . “A garbage can, MR. FISHER . . . Luke, where is the alimen- tary canal located? LUKE . . . “In the northern part of Indiana. MR. TOWNSEND . Where is the greater part of Europe? PORTER . . . In New York. MR. CUSTER . . . Classify rubarb. MARKEL . . “It is a kind of celery gone bloodshot. “HEY YOU. LET’S DANCE” Can you dance? You must be able to because we saw you at dances during the school year. Say, speaking of dances, we remember one dance this year when we followed a certain fellow around and watch- ed his style. One fat cutie came up to him and asked to dance. She must have thought it was leap year. He looked her over, gulped, blinked, looked her over again and suddenly remembered that he had to go home and milk the chickens. Pretty soon a very pretty and demure young lassie came along seek- ing a partner. (Please ladies, this still isn't leap year.) She eyed the crowd wist- fully and finally singled him out. In a flash, he was on her feet and they were off to the mystic strains of Melancholy Baby (the mystery is that more people aren't shot while playing it.) Leaving this dreamy couple to cavort and caper around the floor we will come back to you and give you a few of the finer points of dancing etiquette. The first and most important point is your approach. This is important because it creates your first impression on la belle femme.” To pick your partner you must roam about the room inspecting the face of every girl you come to. This must be done carefully. A pair of binoculars or opera- glasses helps considerably. Having found your lady friend, you must turn your back, secret the glasses about your person, and turn again to your potential victim. Bowing very low you say in a rasping voice, Come on worm, squirm. You then steer your partner into the middle of the floor. Here's where the fun begins. It is customary to walk on her feet. She won't mind because she walks on them herself all the time. How- ever, it is rudely impolite to trample her tootsies unless she has on white shoes or has a major foot ailment. Of course, if you can't dance, anything goes. In self defense, the lady may refuse to dance with the gentleman, or she may re- sort to brute force. Try kicking him in the shins. If you jitterbug, you can get away with that unnoticed. You may even bite him if you do it unobtrusively. If you are too lady-like for that, try dancing the rumba. You don't use your feet in that. Of course if you wish to avoid unpleasantness you can always intermission ( sit-this-one-out to you.) After reading this article (and here we clear our throats modestly) you should be able to dance much worse than the or- dinary person. —Note—These were not typographical errors. Also, and resemblance in this article to any person living or dead is entirely coincidental and is not to be considered as personal. Thank you! 80 SOPHISTICANDIDS . . . Left to Right—Top to Bottom— CAN'-They-Dance? For a worthy cause the admission to the dance, sponsored by the Girl Reserves, was canned goods— later delivered to the Christian Home. 2—SMALL GROUPS gather in the sun- shine for a “jib —or should we say nib. Apparently both are correct. Hurry girls! The bell! 3—OH! BACK TO STUDIES—don’t let the mysterious packages fool you—we bet they're candy boxes . . . “Who'H buy a bar? 4—THERE SEEMS to be a dispute! But with these two serious minded lads and Coach Fisher things will be straightened out in due time . . . we hope! OF ODDS AND ENDS TO GIVE VIM AND VIGOR 81 We Say “Thanks, Very Much” There is little doubt that without the cooperation and wise suggestions of our many staff members this volume of the Reflector would still be a conglomera- tion of photographs, rubber cement, galley-proofs, rejected write-ups, and unpaid subscriptions. We should like to express sincere gratitude and ap- preciation to the staff of the 1942 Reflector and to those outside the school who have worked so faithfully behind the scenes. Patricia Mitchell, Editor Paul Kunkle, Adviser Frank Keller Grace Hetrick George Boerstler Grant Custer George Townsend Wilma Mooney Ruth Blough Doris Saylor Peggy Buck Robert Wright Betty June Dawson Mary Gene Sanker Eddie Weimer Thelma Rose Charles Trexel Patsy Jacobs Eileen Larson Joanne Bockel Marian Markel Lois Jean Hassenplug Leslie Weigel Louis E. Wise Thomas Walko Kenneth Moorhead Alta Fisher Warren Louder Joanne Kelly Lois Saylor Virginia Sanker Betty Naugle Ruth Davis Dick Hassenplug Bob Barron Lucy Martella Francis Likar Louise Michalides Gladys Bixel Evelyn Klahre Rhea Gindlesperger Ellinor Walker We haven't the time to shake hands with each student individually for his cheerful cooperation and faithful services in helping to raise the necessary funds for publishing this Reflector; but, to each and every one of you who sold candy bars, magazines and the like, may we take this means to pat you on the shoulder and to whisper in your ear, Thanks a million, old fellow! Also, we extend our appreciation to the companies who produced this Reflector: Photography by: Engraving by: Printing by: Andrew’ Studio John Ollier Engraving Co. Weigel Barber. Inc. Johnstown, Pa. Chicago, 111. Johnstown. Pa. JUST TO REMEMBER A PAL OR TWO SIGN YOUR JOHN HENRY HERE Jim .. . Babe . . . Bixel . . . Don . . . Red . . . Catherine . . . Ruth . . Peggy . . . Corp . . . Bill . . . Bob . . . Tom . . .Wib . . . Mike . . . Romeo . . . Walter . . . Todd . . . Gomer . . . Frannie . . . Curley . . . Goob . . . Betty June . . . Steve . . . Gump . . . Odessa . . . John . . . Carrie . . . Loraine . . . Jane . . . Johnnie . . . Betty . . . Hessie . . . Mopy . . . Margaret ... Tom .. . Francis . . . Charles . . . Warren . . . Len . . . Julia . . . Leona . . . Marge . . . Jennie . . . Grizz . . . Hap . . . Margie . . . Lucy . . . Patty . . . Don . . . Ope . . . Ray . . . Regis . . . Jack . . . Tim . . . Squeak . . . Dodie . . . Bud . . . Mary Gene . . . Fred ... Nod .. . Lee . . . Peg . . .Ruke . . . Mel . . . Wingard . . . Steve . . Lois . . . Ed.ia . . . Dora . . . Jane . . . Lil . . . Leah . . . Roma . . . B. B. . . . Punk . . . Paul . . . Burley . . . June . . . Herb . . . Ruthie . . . Jane . . . Rhea . . . Bob . . . Emma . . . Hassie . . . Ken . . . Chuck . . . Ned . . . Patsy . . . Mercedes . . . Mary . . . Eileen . . . Bessie . . . 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