Pomonkey High School - Roaring Tiger Yearbook (Indian Head, MD)

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Eunice Hithon Dorothy Johnson Roy Johnson D01'0thY Jordan The Facult Ralph Jordan Aaron Kane Cordelia King Francis King Kenneth Ke nne dy EUNICE A. HITHON-Subjects: Mathematics, Social Studies- Organization: Math Club -Though eager to furnish her classes with the fundamentals, the drudgery of lessons is often made lighter by her quiet sense of humor and charming personality. DOROTHY M. JOHNSON-Librarian-Organization: Library Club- The library is a world within itself and each book reveals a small portion of the world. We are fortunate to have our own guide, Miss Johnson. ROY S. JOHNSON-Subject: Mathematics-A flashing smile, a superb knowledge of mathematics and a pleasing disposition are equivalent to Mr. Johnson whom we designate Mr. Personality. DOROTHY H. JORDAN-Subjects: French, Social Studies, Core-Organization: Student Council-Mrs. Jordan is an inspiring and interesting personality. We do not know if this is attributed to her study in Paris, her European tour or the all-around charm that is naturally a part of her. RALPH JORDAN-Subject: Health and Physical Education-Organizations: Varsity Athletics and Varsity P-As the curtain rises on the 1957- 58 sports scene, Ralph Jordan, our coach, is seen giving instruc- tions about a basketball play that traditionally keeps the Tigers successful. AARON C. KANE-Subject: Science -Organization: Biology Club-Whenever we run across a graduate of Pomonkey High School, the very first teacher asked about is Mr. Kane. . . What better testimony for a person could there be? KENNETH W. KENNEDY-Subjects: Core, Mathematics-He is always smiling and fu1l of humor. Yet, he does not hesitate in teaching the subject matter which is so necessary ' we face our tomorrow. CORDELIA E. KING- Guidance Counselor-Organization: Honor Society-Our social, civic, vocational and emotional adjustment are the natural interests of our Counselor, Mrs. King. Our problems are her problem, our achievements are a precious stone added to her crown, F. FRANCIS KING, Jr.-Subject: Mathe- matics-Organization: Roaring Tiger .-He has often taught that the shortest distance between two points is a straight line, but no matter what the point is, he seems to get it across. 12

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ff VIE ctosmc John Brinkley, Jr. Barbara Carson Flora Chase The Faculty Otis Cobb JOHN H. BRINKLEY, Jr.--Subject: Business Education-Organi- zation: Future Business Leaders of America-Through the skillful guidance gained in our Business Department an increasing number of students have been able to gain recognition in industry and governmental agencies. BARBARA L. CARSON-Subject: Health and Physical Education-Organizations: Cheerleaders, Majorettes -A smile, a soft word of friendly encouragement are just a part of the reason why Pomonkey girls rate Mrs. Carson supreme. FLORA W. CHASE-Subject: Business Education-Organization: Future Business Leaders of America-It's easy to believe that typing is Mrs. Chase's favorite commercial art once you have witnessed how interestingly she conducts the class. OTIS J. COBB-Subject: Vocational Agriculture-Organization: New Farmers of America-This year we see our Agricultural teacher as he demonstrates to a group of campus visitors how he keeps Chinese Elm well trimmed and beautiful. ANNE J. CRISP- Subject: Social Studies-Organization: Dramatics Club-We are not certain whether she is better known for her teaching or for coaching the annual senior class play. Both make her an institution. HENRY N. FREEMAN-Subject: Vocal Music- Organizations: A Cappella Choir, Roaring Tiger -When we say Pomonkey School anywhere in Maryland, we are sure to attract from our listener an inquiry about our choir. Through Mr. Freeman's leadership the two have become synonomous. CHALMERS HAMMOND-Subjects: General Science, Social Studies-Organization: Patrol Club-Mr. Hammond's countenance has been captured by the photographer as he introduces a unit with a ninth grade Civics class. RICHARD C. HARRIS-Subject: Instrumental Music-Organization: Band-We have our band- master to thank for the music which issues from the multi- purpose room and stimulates our school spirit. Mr il us.- Anne Crisp Henry Freeman Chalmers Hammond Richard Harris

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Dorothy Proctor Ch3,1'1e5 Maqk Laruby lVlitCl'lCll The Faeult Glenwood Roane CHARLES R, MACK-Subject: Arts and Crafts-Organizations: Hobby Clubs-Man's life would be void without the beauty of art. The man, who inspires us to fill this need, is Mr. Mack. His beautiful decorations, bulletin boards and other work deepen the appreciation of art throughout our school and community. LARUBY P. MITCHELL-Subjects: Mathematics, Core-Organi- zation: 4-H Club-Devoted to the subjects which she teaches, Mrs. Mitchell strives to prepare her young charges for the best possible future. She is caught by the photographer as she distributes books during a supervised study period. DOROTHY S. PROCTOR-Subject: English-Organizations: Future Teachers of America, Roaring Tiger -Not because she is one of our class advisors or because she gives us expert guidance in the English class, we shall remember Mrs. Proctor for the extra hours we spent together in creating memorable commencement activities. GLENWOOD P, ROANE-Subject: Science--Organization: New Farmers of America-The photograph of Mr. Roane captures him just as he begins preparation of a beaker for one of those tricky ten minute quines for which he is noted, JAMES C. THOMAS- Subjects: Core, Mathematics-Persuasive and dynamic, Mr. Thomas has a way which endears him to students both in class and in extra-curricular areas. MARY B. THOMAS-Subject: Home Economics-Organization: New Homemakers of America- The girls enter the room with thread, material and sewing notions, but under the skillful supervision of Mrs. Thomas, they leave with finished products. CLARENCE L. WHITE-Subject: Industrial Arts-Organizations: Industrial Arts Clubs-A wizard in his field, our Mr. White is skillful with his hands, not only in instructing classes, but in creating ideas as a friendly handyman. PEGGY J. WILLIAMS-Subjects: Core, English-Versatile in activities and a champion in subjects, Miss Williams manages to find time for listening to her student's trivials with much patience and understanding. James Thomas Mary Thomas in Clarence White Peggy Wi11i2mS 13