Middletown High School - Optimist Yearbook (Middletown, OH)

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SENIORS Jimmy Collins Dark, curly-haired Jimmy does not have his heart in his work, for it belongs to a small but sweet senior. Jimmy was quite a football star this year. Football, Letter Men, Student Sen- ate. George Colwell George is very quiet and shy, but is known to many as the blond- haired boy in 206. He and his buddies usually stroll up and down the corridors before school. Karl Conover Karl is one of the best and most active boy scoui in Middletown. He is quite font of aviation, and so we ho to l of his Ngo rl 1 J0 . will aways remember Joi is outstanding ability a a drum major His expert twirlmg made drum maJors of other schools 1 ' ' ' s. turn green with envy, while we of M. H. S. beamed with pride. Band, Dramatic Club, Hi-Y, Junior Class Play, Student Senate. Helen Corlton As a lover of sports and as an athlete, Helen can not be surpassed. She is also an outstanding artist, having produced some splendid work for this book. Hi-Y, Optimist, Sandwich Girls. Art Craft Art knows just what he wants to do and usually gets it done. He is very friendly, just lots of fun, and a nice looking fellow. Twenty-eight -1934- Robert Crawford Modest and shy though he seems, Bob is quite otherwise in Band where he plays the cornet and piano. He is well liked by all the students. Band, Student Senate. Frank Crocker Frank is always ready with a smile, in and out of the classroom. He is a member of the golf team, and in this sport he is expected to become a pro one of these days. Football, Golf, Hi-Y. Kathryn Cunningham Kathryn talks very little, but by her pleasing smile and friendly greetings she makes many lasting friendships. She also is a loyal booster for all of our school activi- ties. Eloise DeBolt Eloise goes quietly on her way through our lives, but her praise- worthy feelings, sweet sincerity, and accomodating deeds will not soon be forgotten. Joe Decker This tall lad takes things as they come and masters them one at a time. He has made many friends and will always be remembered for that ducky mustache. Student Senate. Harriet Dole This most efficient girl is very well liked because of her friendly smile and cheery disposition. As a Hi-Y president, she sets a Hne ex- ample for other girls to follow. Debate Club, Dramatic Club, Hi-Y, Junior Class Play, Optimist, Sand- wich Girls.

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SENIORS Alice Campbell Alice may not be very large, but she has big ideas, and the fact that she is quiet, does not keep her from knowing much. Still water .. , , . L. runs deep. I, I ' 1' AX I I If . 1 ' , X 1 vl I' f ' ' . 'if ll, . , 1 4. X f o if . F. i ' ' X ' 1' ' l ' .. 1 ' ' ' . .fl . I V ! ., 1-1 r ' ' 1 1 Lillian Campbell Wherever she is, Lillian is happy and carefree. She has a keen sense of humor which you can detect by the merry twinkle in her eyes. Optimist. William Campbell Sometimes this b0y just sits and thinks. Can it be Harriet who has so won his heart? He is a member of numerous organizations, but will be remembered especially as a cheerleader. Cheerleader, Debate Club, Dramatic Club, Hi-Y, Letter Men, Student Senate. 524 ,QW oe Canter s s Rxfgve been given the names of two of our most famous c e-dians- Joe Penner .2 a di '. Since he has a in their mor he should g far. Minute Men, I rj 1- ' I J Y Lorenzo Carter All hail to our football hero' Lorenzo is beyond all doubt one of the strongest fellows in M. H. S. Beware, Lorenzo, lest you meet the fate of Samson. Football. Manford Carter Manford is a regular fellow , who is liked by all who know him. He is always smiling and, we've heard, he's quite a singer. Boys' Glee Club, Football. 4 ' 1 f f'fzf l 91 aff t 7 X ,'v,v fuel ,Q nz 4 lflpzr ,, .5 fl - In fp ,Z f . 1' t fb Q . Vw ,' 1 . ,X .1 7 . V LL 'Ili x I , 1.41 - 1 C --19s4-- Fred Chapta Babs is a chap full of pep. vim, and vigor, who can be de- pended upon in any situation. In spite of bad luck in football, he won real distinction in that sport. Football, Letter Men. f f ,, f , , . t N t . V 1 1 t. ,K 4 , . fx N, '- ' l X X ' ' F . Betty Lou Christman ' Betty is a vivacious little bru- nette who radiates her cheerful personality wherever she goes. She thoroughly enjoys life from Public Speaking to dancing, but is also serious enough to rate good grades. Dramatic Club, Hi-Y, Optimist. Ed Cogan Ed is one of those rare fellows who always is the same whenever you meet him. He likes sports and performs all of them well, espe- cially when he has a mustache. Football, Student Senate. Robert Cohen Bob's O. K. even if he does like to argue. We miss his witty re- marks and boisterous laugh when he fails to appear on the scene. Debate Club. Julian Cohon Julian is interested in everything and is always doing someone a favor. His fearlessness, upright- ness, good nature, and slow voice make him popular wherever he goes. Band, Dramatic Club, Junior Class Play, Optimist, Orchestra, Sopho- more Class Play. Nick Colantonio Nick is known throughout the school for his grin, because he never stops smiling. His tennis prowess is not confined merely to the school, but he is one of our city's best. Student Senate, Tennis. ' Twenty-seven

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ENIORS M Mary Dole Mary is a peppy, ambitious girl who is well known in many activi- ties, especially debate. We all ad- mire her for her high ideals. Debate Club, Debate Team, Dra- matic Club, Hi-Y, Junior Class Play, Optimist. .. 4 L4--' ff ,rg ff' , I Kerhey Drake Quiet boys are interesting-and very rare, too. Kerney is a quiet boy who creates a friendly atmo- sphere wherever he happens to be. Elizabeth Draxler Elizabeth's sunny disposition and bright smile have gained for her many friends and admirers. She has gained quite a reputation among the teachers as a secretary of rare ability. Elma Duvall Elma is Aa quiet, studious girl. She works industriously at1her school work, but she is always seen at all the important school functions. Grace Duvall Grace is one of our most depend- able students. When in search of a ch erful, willing, and capable ur just call on this sweet girl. D Esther Eckhart ther is a friendly, pretty girl with curly brown hair and large rown es. All seniors agree that 's a pleasure to have her in our c ss. Hi- , Sandwich Girls. l --1934-- Samuel Emhry If you see a big Hudson whiz- zing by, just look closely and you'll Hnd Sammy somewhere within its depths. He is noted for his small size and big smile. 7 Hi-Y. F ' af L' ,-,L . or - i ff dz f ,L :V f wt ' Q W f 1-We 'V' fo' .. deff' ' wif' - W I-if ,W - rt a Evers! a 's alw s to la here th r ea ng r merri M a 1 e U me he's t type of p so w like to have round, be- caus she is agreeable and pleasant. Frank Fanning Hard work, cheerfulness, and a keen sense of humor have made Butch one of the most promi- nent but least conspicuous mem- bers of our class. And does he ever blush? '- Football, Hi-Y, Letter Men, Middle- tonian, Optimist. f' ', av , l A Margaret Faries D i As quiet as a fairy, Margaret hasn't much to say but she seems to enjoy life. She has a pleasant disposition and we seldom see any- one more courteous. Clarence Fay Whenever we hear a loud, cheery voice in the halls or in class, we may be sure that Clarence is near. We would recognize that laugh at the ends of the earth. Boys' Glee Club, Football, Student Senate. .Ielina Ferguson Jelina can read Latin like old Caesar himself when she once gets started. She takes part in most of the school activities and gets good grades in all subjects. Hi-Y. Twenty-nine