Slippery Rock University - Saxigena Yearbook (Slippery Rock, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1943 volume:

! i i I l I oa t Qymna ium Blilz«) by ice ’°rc r«dia„, thi the spring. . . Morrow Walk is majestically awaiting t Science, Jlall The BASE for scientific study To our boys in the service, a part of the gallant youth of today—whose destiny it is to fight for our social, economic, and political freedom—f we most humbly dedicate the 1943 Saxigena. We folk on the home front know that each Slippery Rock man In the service typifies our College in his spirit of cheerfulness and kindness to others—he typifies the courage we are taught to possess and carry with us at all times—he typifies the ambition of our college to do well our jobs whether large or small. We arc proud of your energetic ability an force of character which is needed by the youth bf today- -representing Slippery Rock at its bes Your success is the ultimate end, we know Although it will be a hard and bitter struggle— remember that the reward will be glorious. So—for your services co Uncle Sam and to Slippery Rock, we dedicate this volume to yo who are in the armed forces. IIIIIIIH11 Nature Trail . . . Non-Couponed Beauty . . . one item essential to the enjoyment of spring and still attainable . . . As the boys of S. R. tramp the Jungles of , jump the Foxholes of|HH this trail remains the quiet, restful spot it always was and will be. climb the muddy hills of Mowiaw- 'Walk Parade grounds for entire campus . . . and entrance to the campus . . . exit to town and to week-end furloughs ... a shady avenue of maples that glorifies the spring season . . . The 1943 Saxigena staff has endeavored to portray Slippery Rock—all out—for Victory. With our boys fighting in the battle fields of the world, it would be misleading to picture Slippery Rock as usual. This year we can triumphantly picture S. R. plus—the victorious spirit in war as well as on the football field. The war has changed our way of living—we use less sugar and coffee—cadets share our classrooms and dining hall—we spend time in air raid shelters—we knit, and write many letters to servicemen—the stars on our service Hag become more and more numerous! In this volume we would like to show some of the changes at S. R. and yet to picture the relatively permanent things on our campus as well. So to our fellow students at Slippery Rock we present this Saxigena for your pleasure. In the years to come we hope that through this book, you will recall how our college mobilized its activities to include a wartime program, and yet sacrificed few of our time-honored practices and traditions. And still May you, our Alma Mater, Shed your light abroad As your loyal sons and daughters Live for you and God. fyoAeiaosid Go dmti AdmisiMkcdm QIgMqA AcMm fyhalmilieA GlaU Ml hands on decVl Clear lor action','' Headquarters for Slippery Rock Girls training vigorously to he TOPS . . . Teachers of Pennsylvania Schools ... A handsome, gracious comfortable garrison fortified with a decorative music room . . . charming lounge . . . beautiful dining hall . . . and of course the Co-eds who are really TOPS! Mo-uik J4oil From out the portals of South Flail have gone forth men, to every branch of the service, in answer to their country’s call . . . ready to fight and ready to die . . . that once again her bell may peal forth in Victory . . . this time in celebration of the Supreme Victory. A key Alia Aeswe 1 Uko- Old Mam Pnom the Public Mind a great unate in A(S nuu,it u+tio+i J Any school is known the success of this administ of the college. Slippery have studied for advanced the country. This cosmoi work as teachers, perspni various activities am faculty playing a large Orchids to our fa taining a high stand Illustration, and rcc, the success ts faculty. They raaing universitics of itan training is beneficial in their luidance director, and sponsors of this'wartime emergency shows the in .civilian asking on more work while main-jin college classes! ★ ★ Every campus has some noteworthy person to whom everyone instinctively turns for guidance. This personality is one who sets the pace for College Activities and is an example to others in the college world. On Slippery Rock’s campus Dr. John A. Entz, the president of our college, is such a leader. Dr. Entz has prepared himself well for his position in education. After attending school at Lock Haven and Albright Colleges (incidentally, he captained the football eleven there) he taught for several years in preparation for later work in the Coudersport schools and became President of California State Normal School. We who are Juniors remember him as teacher, Dean of Men, and President; for he has acted in three capacities since our arrival at Slippery Rock. He has been a faculty member for fourteen years, part of which time he served as Dean of Instruction. Surely such a variety of positions has made him well qualified to direct Slippery Rock, and we gratefully acknowledge his splendid leadership. Now we arc at war—the burden is much greater for our president, yet his calm reassurance has proved to us that, no matter how great the rationing or the loss of male students, Slippery Rock College will carry through to the end with a great leader. QoAA elluA [jacMma jbeast 9 tiVu4ciiOH A familiar figure on our campus is Dr. Cornelius Jaars-ma, the Dean of Instruction. He is well known as instructor, administrator, and sponsor for Kappa Delta Pi and Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship. We discovered that his professional work was his avocation as well as his vocation. Most of his leisure time is spent in professional activities. He reads voluminously, and has written articles for School and Society, Education, Calvin Fcrum, and the Educational Forum, the national magazine published by Kappa Delta Pi. Although much of his time is spent in study. Dr. Jaarsma is fond of gardening and has flower and vegetable plots near his home on Kicstcr Road. MtiA fielle Jlolcuuay becut li otHert Ably and graciously presiding over North Hall and serving as Dean of Women at Slippery Rock is Miss Belle Holaway. She is very active in campus affairs and is an advisor to the Y. W. C. A. and the North Hall Dormitory Council. Guidance, directing social affairs, and administrative work keep Miss Holaway very busy, but she finds time to do voluminous reading and is well-informed on current problems. Her leisure time is spent in activities such as swimming, hiking, and bridge. Riding is one of her chief pleasures during vacation periods, which usually include a trip through several of the United States. Her tastefully furnished apartment reflects her versatile and cosmopolitan personality. jjameA 7 Pole ubeatt o Me All Slippery Rock students know our jolly Dean of Men, Mr. Pole, and the fine work he has done in establishing better relationships among the men on our campus. To supplement his work in college English classes and in the high school, he has several interesting hobbies. Did you know that he is very fond of collecting and making maps—any kind of map, but particularly those of historical interest. You may have seen him participating in such athletic activities as tennis, bicycling, and hiking. Pool is one of his favorite means of recreation, along with ''tinkering” with clocks and radio. Other interests are the Press Club and Sigma Tau Delta. Scvrntmi MRS. MARY McCANDLESS, Assistant Dean of Women Flowers arc her favorite hobby . . . growing them and making bouquets and mantel pieces for North Hall teas and parties. She enjoys sewing and dress designing. although she has little time for them now. North Hall and the girls are her hobby, too, and we picture her arranging flowers, meeting our friends, and acting as our housemother. MISS BERNICE SPARGO. Nurse Our cheery little nurse enjoys music, too, both as a soloist and a listener. Going to symphonies and musical programs and driving aimlessly about the country side, exploring cne road after another, were favorite activities . . . now postponed for a while. Other hobbies are reading current fiction . . . attending plays and movies . . . and smilingly treating her patients. MISS GLADYS SANDERSON, Accompanist Miss Sanderson stated clearly that she was no collector, but she must be a collector of tuneful melodies. How also could she accompany Mr. Shelar so well in our Monday morning sings? She has no hobby, but her time is well spent in accompanying the Vesper Choir . . . playing for chapel programs . . . supplementing the music appreciation courses . . . and working in the gym and main offices. MISS NELL WOODS. Dietitian Miss Woods collects antique furniture and is always on the lookout for new acquisitions. (It isn’t even quite safe to have an antique in the dormitory, girls; she’ll want to buy it.) She enjoys people and often entertains with bridge. One of her interests is corresponding with her men in white who arc now men in uniform. Eighteen MISS RUBY FRAMPTON. Librarian Her hobbies arc domestic . . . likes canning and preserving . . sewing and needlework . . . scouring and cleaning at home ... of course, a librarian would like books, but her favorite ones are rarely the current favorites. She likes to garden best of all. DR. CARLE B. SPOTTS, Chairman of English Department Reading on every subject . . . golfing , . . gardening . . . growing Epigea Ripena (arbutus to you) . . writing . . . (read the article in the current Pennsylvania Debating Journal) . . . Author of a text book in debate . . . these occupy Dr. Spotts' leisure time, along with his debate team. MRS. WILLIE MAY DU BARD, English Department Mrs. DuBard is quite a collector . . . stamps . . . coins . . . miniature pitchers, inspired by a collection seen in New England . . . one hundred pitchers collected, and several others in the family . . (Her lunches arc so delicious wc wonder if Southern Hospitality is net another hobby.) MRS. LILLIAN SHEEHY, Assistant Librarian Her home is her hobby . . . painting the furniture . . . cooking . . . rug making began because she had a lot of rags . . . don’t you imagine Jill's affairs arc her hobby, too? DR. OI.I.IE BACKUS, Chairman of Speech Department Flitting from one hobby to another . . . collecting symphonic records . . playing bridge . . . building a summer home, a log cabin in Michigan . . . developing pictures , . . delves for a while, then goes to another hobby . . . books of poetry, particularly Sara Teasdale . . . also, visiting with people.” DR. PIERREPONT H. NICHOLS. English Department A dilettante in music. Doc plays many instruments . . . fond of popular music (probably because his mother wanted him to play hymns and classics) . . . enjoys bass horn and baritone . . . was motorcycle dispatch rider in last World War . . . boating, a summer hobby . . . owns two small sloops . . . Probably next summer’s hobby will be bicycling, not as a kid stunt, but from necessity. A 'in firm MISS LILLIAN GRIFFIN. Art, Laboratory Schools Miss Griffin insisted that work was her hobby, but we discovered several other interests . . . water color painting during vacations . . . color photography . , . the theatre . . . general reading on art, biography, autobiography, nature, history . . . summer travel (need we suggest stay-at-home activities will have priorities this summer?) ... As for her work in the training school, she is very kind and encouraging to all youngsters in their art classes. She has a keen sense of humor which is illustrated when an occasion for a story presents itself. MRS. GLADYS HENRY ARNOLD, Music, Laboratory School Art appreciations generally are Mrs. Arnold's hobbies. She has made picture study much more interesting and different by having a special frame so constructed that it can fit any size picture. Several hand manipulations and various sized mats . . . and Mrs. Arnold goes on studying pictures of the masters. A member of the Book-of-the-Month Club, she enjoys reading. Her collections of fine recordings are much more valuable now that transportation to concerts is difficult. Another hobby discontinued for the duration is that of theatre-going in Pittsburgh. MISS ROBERTA LOHN, Music, Laboratory Schools Miss Lehn's work and play is music. Because her parents enjoyed music but lacked the opportunities for a musical education, much emphasis was placed on her music. At the age of six she played the piano; and when she was a big girl of seven, she took violin lessons. Clarinet was a major interest in high school. Now her musical activities include playing in the Meadville Symphony and string quartet, singing in groups and directing college and high school music organizations. She also enjoys ice-skating. MISS WILDA BRUBAKER, Social Studies Department Loves to cravcl alone, rather than in groups . . . enjoys the country rather than the city . . a result of her traveling is the lovely collection of dishes . . . English, Italian tea cups . . . reads biography . . . interested in international affairs . . . loves to visit with people and discover their opinions on world affairs. DR. WILLIAM P. CARTER. Chairman of Social Studies Department Dr. Carter's very fond of music . . . classical music . . . symphony orchestras . . . concerts . . . has heard Krcisler several times . . . Did you know he has been a member of a college glee club and orchestra? . . . enjoys cooking out-of-doors and camping . . . Swing, Kaltenborn, and Gunther are favorite commentators ... a former coach, he likes basketball and football games. MR. HOWARD I.. HEADLAND, Social Studies Department Enjoys several impressive sounding hobbies . . . philately and numismatics (Is Webster handy?) . . . he’s proud of his early crocuses and daffodils . . . does a great deal of current reading, particularly magazines . . . his traveling usually includes a trip to the birth and burial places of our presidents . . . has served as borough auditor for twenty years. MR. GEORGE T. MILLER, Chairman of Art Department Loves to paint old grist mills . . . will travel extensively to find them, even to the Great Smokies and Nova Scotia . . . gathering data about living artists is a chief interest . . . among his prized possessions are materials on Rockwell Kent, McClelland Barclay, and others ... be sure to read about his V. B. too! DR. SEWELL E. SLICK. Social Studies. Laboratory Schools It seems that Dr. Slick, as well as faculty friends. Mr. Martin and Mr. Clutton. is fond of trout fishing . . . We hear of a little fishing trip to Scrubgrass Run . . . Dr. Slick is evidently a good scout, for he was well prepared when . . . but ask him about the adventure. T crnty-onr MISS MAREE McKAY, Registrar Overheard in Registrar' office . . . no hobby . . . am always busy” . . . But you must have a hobby. Miss McKay, you’ve get to! . . . No. only plain hard work and 'the army'.” DR. LEWIS H. WAGENHORST, Director of Laboratory Schools Since living in his new home on Normal Avenue, he has done much gardening . . . likes to raise beans particularly . . . expects a larger garden this year . . . once coached high school teams. MR. HERBERT BOOK, Director, Junior-Senior High School Mr. Book claims the choicest peonies in the country . . . enjoys gardening and flower raising . . . born and reared a constructionalist, he has made all the furniture in his study. DR. NORMAN WEISENFLUH, Education Department Like many other faculty members, he plans a real garden this summer . . . singing, playing, and composing music is a special interest as are picnics and family excursions . . . bridge and reading. DR. ORVILLE C. WRIGLEY, Education Department A handy man for the neighborhood. Dr. Wrigley enjoys wood working, building . . . constructed a camp which will accommodate a dozen people . . . had complete charge of the hiring, buying, and construction of his own home. DR. WARREN STRAIN, Chairman of Geography Department His hobbies are plain-dirt gardening . . . traveling over new roads and territories . . . reading current novels . . . playing bridge . . attending musi- cal shows. He enjoys especially murder and mystery stories on the radio. MR. CLYDE H. LADY, Chairman of Mathematic Department Did you know that Mr. Lady had worked in the sports department at Wana-maker's? . . . and that he often hikes with Dr. Albert? . . . and has camped at Dr. Wrigley’s retreat near Clearfield? Tivrnty-tzvo MISS MARY M. HEFFERNAN, Health Education Department Miss Heffernnn's latest hobby is working with water colors, but she isn't ready for a public display yet . , . traveling and collecting cartoons are important interests . . . also reading, especially newer fiction. DR. ELMER B. COTTRELL, Health Education Department Enjoys hunting and fishing, particularly in Canada . . . ocean fishing, too, but Maryland is a little distant nowadays . . . collects old books on physical education for comparison . . . another major hobby is working with young people . . . that's why he is teaching. MR. WILLIAM STORER. Health Education Department Ask to see Mr. Storer’s books about Knute Rockne . . . Did you know he collected football books? . . . future hobby is a useful one, a Victory garden . . . enjoys golf and fishing, once upon a time in Ohio, but he isn't fussy any more . . . Mitzi, his dog, isn't his hobby . . . she's his pal. MISS ELMIRA H. COMPTON. Health Education Department Have you heard Compy blowing her trumpet at W. A. A.? . . . She has varied interests . . . Scamper” . . . knitting (She's really quite accomplished) . . . cooking for parties, but net for herself ... a camp in Vermont, “Aloha, Inc.,” where she spends summer vacations. MISS KATHERINE ALLEN, Health Education Department Miss Allen thinks all teachers should have a two weeks’ vacation in September to can . . . just ns important ns a Victory Garden” . . . reads everything but detective stories . . . prefers dance books . . . her hobbies change continually, particularly the collecting ones. MR. N. KERR THOMPSON, Health Education Department Fishes in any fresh water . . . he mounts birds and fish and then click! . . . he has a photograph of the mounted victims . . . ever present hobbies are his pipe and Spot . . . But what occupies his mind during football season? You’ve guessed it . . . the TEAM! Turnty-thri'c MISS LOIS HARNER, English, Laboratory Schools Miss Hamer likes outdoor life . . pioneering . scout work. Her extracurricular activities include dramatics . . . coaching plays . . . interpretative reading. Metal and leather work . . handicrafts . . . arc important sidelights of scouting. DR. WALTER T. ELDER, General Shop, Laboratory Schools Likes to watch things grow and does much gardening . . . began carpentry after first World War . . . now carpentry is his summer vocation . . . enjoyed working at the Shcnango Replacement Depot last summer. MR. RALPH E. MARTIN, Mathematics, Laboratory Schools Have you seen him out walking with Rusty? ... or singing in the Vesper Choir? These and other activities . . . teaching math” to Air Corps follows and fishing with Dr. Slick . . . keep him busy. MRS. FLORENCE PRESCOTT, French, Latin. Laboratory Schools Mrs. Prescott enjoys traveling . . . has made three foreign trips . . . through Europe, British Isles. Mexico . . . collects pictures of scene she has visited . . . collects old furniture for remodeling . . . needlepoint work. MISS MARGARET RHOADS. Mathematics, Laboratory Schools Along with math” Miss Rhoads likes shooting . . . but with a camera rather than a gun . . . nature and animal pictures . collects new recipes and name them. MISS ELIZABETH C. HII.LIER, Home Economics, Laboratory Schools Relative to her vocation, she enjoys eating in unusual restaurants ... ice and roller skating are favorite sports . . . collects match folders . . . plays a few little ditties” on the piano. MR. AUGUSTUS T. CI.UTTON, Science, Laboratory Schools I love a Military Band, says Mr. Clutton . . . played bass horn in community and college band . . . likes baseball and swimming . . . he’s a true fisherman, but prefers distant fishing grounds, Hdinboro Lake and Canada. Twrnty-four MISS ELIZABETH CONLEY. First Grade, Laboratory School, Her major hobby was looking after Dr. Backus, but she ha other interests . . . sewing . . . woodwork . . . has knitted for years, going through the two-glovcs-for-the-same-hand stage. MRS. ALICE DEAN HEINTZLEMAN, Fourth Grade. Laboratory Schools Has enjoyed oil painting as most recent hobby . . . taught herself to paint . . . does mostly flower prints, some scenes . . . another interest is water colors . . . has getten idea from gift shops. DR. ELIZABETH STADTLANDER. Sixth Grade. Laboratory Schools The most unusual places to travel arc Mexico and Gaspe Bay Peninsula, according to Dr. Stadtlander . . . she enjoys traveling because post cards are too inanimate ... is very much interested in cartography and photography. MISS HAZEL GRUBBS. Third Grade. Laboratory Schools Miss Grubbs became interested in butterflies during nature study courses from Mr. Ruff . . . moths destroyed a large collection of butterflies . . . has recently enjoyed making pottery. MISS ADELINE E. McCLELLAND, Speech Department If you’ve heard her voice, you can be sure of one hobby—music . . . enjoys Bach. Franck, Brahms . . . directs the Presbyterian Choir . . . favorite outdoor sports are hiking and sled-riding. DR. EMMA GRAHAM HEARD, Kindergarten, Laboratory Schools Her favorite activity is golfing . . . has traveled and would like to visit the Holy Land, Russia, and South America . . . interested in writing children's books . . . collects things while traveling. MRS. RUBY RAY McDONALD, Second Grade, Laboratory Schools Her constant hobby has been collecting both old and modern china and glassware . . . likes early American furniture . . . hooked rugs . . . hand-made quilts . . . collects autographed first edition books. Turnty-fivr MR. KEI.LAR SHEI.AR, Biological Science Department Hi favorite hobby is bird study . . . and trips to bird haunts, such ns Lake Erie and Pymatuning Dam . . . shore birds and sparrows are particularly interesting feathered friends . . . stamp collecting has been a pastime . . . enjoys symphony and concert records. DR. ARTHUR P. VINCENT. Physics, Coach of Track War activities take up much of his time new with the local Draft Board and Civil Aeronautics work ... a pre-war hobby was Canadian fishing . . . lake trout, twenty-pounders . . . Coach and Doc have a favorite fishing spot in Canada. DR. WALTER D. ALBERT. Chemistry, Physics Department Traveling for Dr. Albert isn't seeing America first ', but seeing chemistry first ... he is primarily interested in sights closely related to chemistry ... he enjoys photography . . . gardening . . . reading . . . hiking over the countryside with Mr. Lady. MR. Cl.AY C. RUFF, Biological Science Department Surely you've heard of Mr. Ruff's 244 acre farm in Westmoreland County! . . . That’s a particular interest, as is traveling. New England and to Washington especially . . . gardening . . . church and Rotary work . . . chickens . . . nature study. DR. RALPH A. WALDRON, Chairman of Science Department Enjoys photography most . . . began taking pictures when about twelve . . . color photography . . . sailing boats in summer ... ice skating in winter . . . taking groups on trips . . . enjoys teaching amateur travelers . . . Mexico an interesting trip . . . hiking . . . gardening . . . likes to try many different hobbies. MR. WALTER L. HESS, Agriculture, Science, Laboratory Schools (Not pictured) Mr. Hess can tel! you anything about raising tomatoes ... or flowers . . . or stock . . . running the greenhouse is a chief activity this year . . . supplies flowers for the classrooms in the laboratory school . . . golfing is another leisure time activity. Ticffiiy-six MR. F. H. BAUER. Bursar Mr. Bauer stopped a minute cn his busy errands for Uncle Sam to tell us his particular hobbies were photography and technicolor movies. MR. GAI.I.EGHER Carpentry . . . general handy work . . . gardening . . . remodeling his home . . . have been Mr. Gallcgher’s extra-curricular activities. MISS IRENE HOCKENBERRY, College Book Store Selling notebooks, stamps, and candy isn't Irene's only interest . . . she loves any kind of sport . . . bowling . . . dancing . . . volleyball. MR. RICHARD FLACK If your tootsies arc repeatedly aching, just sec Mr. Flack. His particular interest is professional shoe fitting . . . spent thirty years in the retail shoe business. And just start him talking about shoes. MR. C. M. McCLYMONDS His friends say He turns out a mean roast . . . hunting . . . reading, humor particularly . . . gardening . . . are other hobbies. MRS. GEORGE BOOZEL A cocker spaniel William” . . . gardening . . . her new farm home . . are stray thoughts between pounding the typewriter and checking room keys. MRS. I.OUISE KELLY WOODI.ING. Secretary to the President No war drama for her . . . she enjoys musical shows . . . Russian music . . . working with her hands . . . knitting . . . driving . . . reading current fiction. MRS. BETTY CLARE Sh-h-h-h-h; don't tell anyone, but she is very fond of the Navy ... we suspect, much letter writing . . . also knitting . . . and bridge. MR. J. E. GLASPEY, Superintendent of Grounds and Buildings (Not pictured) ” 'Mrs. Miniver’ just suited me as a good movie . . . reading . . . riding around the countryside (way back when) . . . small game hunting are other interests. Ticrrtty-srvi-ri ''PaAAmCf, m Pemeui. rr GlaM i According to Webster meeting regularly classes at Slippery students leading discussio arc held out-of-doors . plants, or birds. On a roof of the aid of the of students formalized you will find Some classes weather conditions, a class may meet on the stars with the But no conducted, gram and gether. classes are our college proworking to- Secretary Gayle Marble President Vance Evan Senecal Faculty Advisor Mr. Kellar Shclar T reasurcr Virginia Moser Vice-President Ruth Davies r : Anchors a weigh, my boys! Anchors aweigh! The 1943 graduating class is about to lift anchor for an all-important voyage . . . to the navy in the South Pacific ... to teach in Homestead ... to work in defense plants ... to enlist with the WAACS, WAVES, MARINES, and SPARS . . . to the camps in Georgia, Florida, Texas, California ... to the flying schools . . . to civil service in our Nation’s Capitol . . . each Senior taking with him that Slippery Rock Spirit to spread all over the world. Yea, fellows, I come from Slippery Rock!” Slippery Rock?” Slippery Rock?”, and it echoes down the barracks, carrying with it admiration for the soldier from our Alma Mater. And so it is in the fields of education and business. Slippery Rock students must live up to the best. Farewell to college joys! We sail at break of day, day, day! Away from Kiester Road . . . Groomies’ . . . Ethics class . . . Sunday morning pancakes . . . snoozing through chapel . . . weenies at Dogwood Circle . . . fossil hunting at Niagara Falls . . . bowling at the Hut . . . Happy Birthdays . . . penny fines in government class . . . chimes at the close of chapel . . . Through our last night on shore, drink to the foam! With appreciation to everyone who has made Slippery Rock what it is . . . the old grads who set up campus traditions . . . the townspeople who welcomed us as freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and then old friends . . . the faculty who helped us mold our uncertain minds and characters into something more worthy . . . the administration who have coordinated all our activities in an effort to strengthen well-balanced individuals. And ’til we meet once more, here’s wishing you a happy voyage home! We will come back . . . Slippery Rock grads always do . . . for week-ends . . . Homecomings . . . Alumni Day . . . Commencement Week. We may be too busy this year ... or next year . . . but we will be back again to sing the Alma Mater and to cheer proudly for the Green and White. K. Louise Allen Bruce L. Adams Jean Adams Isabel Barker Allen Eugene Barlett September — Freshmen collections! Helen Margaret Bartley Eleanore Bauer Emily E. Bingham Barbara Bouton Jane Boynes leaf Louise, Wezzy . , Women's Chorus . . . Psychology Club . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Home town. West Middlesex • . Elementary Field. Bruce, Vice-President of Class, freshmen and junior years . . . President of Student Council . . . Soccer . . . Football . . . Baseball . . . Business Manager of Saxigena . . . Home town boy . . . now in Army Air Corps. Jean, Jeannic with the dark brown hair . . . Elementary Field . . . Women's Chorus . . . Dramatic Club . . . Psychology Club . . . Engaged to Al. her one and only! . . . Home town, Forrcstvillc. Isabel, Open Road . . . Rocket Editor . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Kappa Gamma . . . Sigma Tau Delta . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Secondary Field . Home town, Butler . . . Who's Who in American Universities and Colleges . . . Pet phobia, 7th grade. Allen, Gene ... A Capelin Choir . . . Y. M. C. A. . . . Phi Sigma Pi . . . Gamma Theta Upsilon . . . Student Government . . . Rocket Masquers . . . Basketball . . . Soccer . . Baseball . . . Varsity Club . . . Health Education Field. Helen, Women's Chorus . . . Open Road ... A Otppella Choir . . . Band . . . Women's Ensemble . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town. Grove City. Eleanor, Pete . . . Rocket Masquers . . . Women's Chorus . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Elementary Council . . . Psychology Club . . . Home town, Butler . . . Field is Elementary. Emily, Bing” . . . Camera Club . . . Trigcalana . . . International Relations Club . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Student Government . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Pi Gamma Mu . . . Gamma Theta Upsilon . . . Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges . . . A” in Ethics and Evolution!!! . . . Home town. Slippery Rock . . . Secondary Field. Jane, Boynzic . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Elementary Council . . . Psychology Club . . . Rocket Masquers . . . W. A. A. . . . Home town. Oakdale . . . Remember her as Queen Hippolyta . . . Elementary Field. Barbara, Bonnie . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Rocket Masquers . . . Women’s Chorus . . . W. A. A. . . . Home town, Smethport . . . Health Education Field. Thirty-lain Charlotte, Y. W. C. A._ . . . W. A. A. . . . Psychology Club . . . Women's Chorus . . . Rocket Masquers . . . Home town, Baden . . . Elementary Field . . . Partial to the Navy. Gertrude, Gertie” . . . Women’s Chorus ... A Cap-pella Choir . . . Women's Ensemble . . . Mu Epsilon Theta . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town, Am-bridge . . . She has an astounding sense of humor. Elizabeth, Bucky . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Women's Chorus . . . Camera Club . . . Elementary Council . . . Psychology Club . . . Home town, Pulaski . . . Elementary Field. Marilyn, Mimi” . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Dramatic Club . . . Psychology Club . . . Press Club . . . Open Read Club . . . Home town, Hilliards . . . Cute, small, and quiet. Bonnie Dee, Bon . . . Camera Club . . . Y. W C. A. . . . Psychology Club . . . W. A. A. . . . Home town, Brockway . . . Transfer from DuBois Center . . . Health Education Field. Garnctta, International Relations Club . . . Women's Chorus . . . Mu Kappa Gamma . . . Town Women’s Club . Elementary Council . . . Home town, New Castle . . . Hair a la Veronica. Thomas, Tom” . . . Vice-President of Student Government . . . Varsity Club President . . . Newman Club . . . Football . . . Basketball . . . Track . . . Home town. New Castle . . . Health Education Field . . . U. S. Army. Earl, Band . . . Debate . . . Phi Sigma Pi . . Varsity Club . . . Saxigena Staff . . . Rocket Masquers . . . Kappa Gamma President . . . Student Government . . . Golf Soccer . . . Tennis . . . Tall, dark and engaged. Gicnna, Women's Chorus . . . Open Road . . . Rifle Club ... A Capella Choir . . . Press Club . . . Rocket Staff . . . Dance Group . . . W. A. A. . . . Heme town, Pittsburgh . . . Bill’s big time . Helen. Pec” . . . Dramatic Club . . . Elementary Council .. . Y. W. C. A. . . . Women’s Chorus . . . Press Club . . . Rifle Club . . . Rocket Staff . . . W. A. A. . . . Dormitory Council . . . Transfer from Florida College for Women . . . Home town, Aspinwall. Charlotte Brown Gertrude Bucka Elizabeth McB. Buckwaltor Marilyn Burdick Bonnie D. Calhoun October—brings the Sophomore Prom. Garnctta M. Cameron Thomas Francis Carey M. Earl Carless Gicnna Clceton Helen Jane Cochran Thirty-three Natalie K. Cole Edwin B. Cottrell Ruth Cratty Ruth V. Davies Mary Alice Dee Early November — Outdoor classes. Raymond DeLonga Dorothy M. Diznoff Sara M. Doolin Ciloria F. DonDero Mary Jayne Elder Natalie, Open Road . . . Women’s Chorus . . . Elementary Council . . . Rocket Masquers . . . Baton Club . . . Psychology Club . . . Mu Kappa Gamma . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Home town. Mt. Lebanon. Edwin, Cotty . . . Varsity Club . . . Y. M. C. A. . . . Phi Sigma Pi . . . Football . . . Basketball . . . Tennis . . . Home Town Boy . . . Engaged to Millie ... In Army Air Corps. Ruth, Kappa Delta Pi . . . Mu Kappa Gamma . . . Psychology Club . . . Y. W. C. A. ... A Capelin Choir . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town. Butler Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges . . . Faithfully waiting for Stan! Ruth. Ruthy . . . Y. W. C. A. President ... A Capella Choir . . . W. A. A. . . . Open Road . . . Psychology Club . . . Vice-President of Senior Class . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Mu Kappa Gamma . . . Home town. Sharon . . . Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges. Mary Alice, Dcedic . . . W. A. A. .... . Dramatic Club .... Newman Club . . . President of Dormitory Council . . . Phi Delta Pi . . . Sigma Tau Delta . . Home town, Mt. Lebanon . . . Student Government . . . Saxigena Staff. Raymond, Ray . . . Explorers' Club . . . Phi Sigma Pi .... Kappa Delta Pi . . . Student Government . . . Varsity Club . . . Honorary Science Club . . . Editor of Saxigena . . . Football . . . Track . . . C. A. A., Flight Captain . . . Home town. Mt. Lebanon . . . Secondary Field . . . Who's Who in American Universities and Colleges . . . U. S. Army Air Corps. Dorothy, Diz” ... W. A. A. ... Y. W. C. A. . . . Rifle Club . . . Open Road . . . Health Education Field . . . Home town, Pittsburgh. Sara. Kappa Delta Pi . . . Gamma Theta Upsilon . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Newman Club . . . Psychology Club . . . Camera Club . . . Elementary Council . . . Women’s Chorus . . . Home town. West Middlesex . . . Elementary Field. Gloria. Gluck” . . . Open Road . . . Dramatic Club . . . Newman Club . . . W. A. A. ... Y. W. C. A. North Hall Residents' Council . . . Home town. Farrell . . . Health Education Field. Mary Jayne, Gamma Theta Upsilon . . Camera Club . . . Women's Chorus . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town girl. Thirty-jour Charlotte, Charlie” . . . Cheerleader ... A Capelin Choir . . . Women’s Ensemble . . . Press Club . . . Rocket Staff . . . Dramatic Club . . . Gamma Theta Upsilon . . . Alpha Psi Omega . . . Mu Kappa Gamma . . . Camera Club . . . Home town, McKeesport. Mericm, Press Club . . . Rocket Editor . . . Saxigena staff . . . Open Rond . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Dramatic Club . . . Psychology Club . . . Elementary Council .. . Baton Club . . . Orchestra . . . String Ensemble . . . Women's Chorus . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Gamma Theta Upsilon . . . Mu Kappa Gamma . . . Who's Who in American Universities and Colleges. Ruth, Transfer from California State Teachers College . . . Student Council . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Pi Gamma Mu . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Home town. Butler. Eleanor, Dramatic Club . . . Women's Chorus . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Press Club . , . Elementary . . . Council . . . Town Women's Club . . . Home town. Mercer. June, Dramatic Club . . . Women’s Chorus . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . W. A. A. . . . Mu Kappa Gamma . . . Student Government . . . Home town, Rochester . . . Elementary Field. Mary Alice, Open Road . . . W. A. A. ... Y. W. C. A. . . Band . . . Orchestra . . . Health Education Field . . . Home town, Derry . . . Leisure time spent by writing letters to Tom. Vera, Women's Chorus . . . Dramatic Club . . . Open Road . . . Town Women's Club . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Elementary Council . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Home town, Hilliard . . . Elementary Field . . . Honor Graduate of January Class. Mary Grace, Town Women's Club . . . Women's Chorus . . . Women’s Ensemble . Baton Club . . . Mu Epsilon Theta . . . Mu Kappa Gamma . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town. Grove City. Opal, Women's Chorus . . W. A. A. . . . Mu Epsilon Theta . . . Mu Kappa Gamma . . . Women's Ensemble . . . String Ensemble . . . Orchestra . . . Rifle Club . . . Town Women’s Club . . . International Relations Club . . . Home town Girl. Charlotte, A Capclla Choir . . . W. A. A. . . . Town Women's Club . . . Open Road Club . . . Women’s Chorus . . Camera Club . . Mu Kappa Gamma .... Secondary Field . . . Home town, Mercer. Charlotte Engster Meriem Fair Ruth K. Faux Eleanor Finney June Fisher December — Our Christmas Vesper Choir Mary Alice Friedline Vera H. Funkhouser Mary Grace Gardner Opal Rose Gilchrist Charlotte Juanita Glunt t T flirty-fiv Rose, “Rosie Y. W. C. A. . . Newman Club . . . Psychology Club . . . Camera Club . . . Women’s Chorus . . . Elementary Council . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town, Curtisvillc. Elizabeth. Women's Chorus . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Town Women's Club ... A Capcila Choir . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town girl. Sylvan, Cy . . . Rifle Club . . . Camera Club . . . Gamma Theta Upsilon . . . International Relations Club . . . Manager of Swimming team . . . Home town. Homestead . . . Secondary Field. Arthur, Art . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Phi Sigma Pi . . . President of Dormitory Council . . . Student Government . . . Open Road . . Psychology Club . . . Honorary Science Club . . . Varsity Club . . . Soccer . . . Rifle Club . . . Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges . . . Home town. Con-ncaut Lake . . . Health Education Field. Helen, Y. W. C. A. . . . Rifle Club . . Camera Club ... A Gipella Choir . . . Women's Ensemble . . . Mu Epsilon Theta . . . W. A. A. . . . Dance Group . . . Health Education Field . . . Home town, Pittsburgh. Rhea Jean, Hecky . . . Rifle Club . . . Press Club . . . cheerleader . . . W. A. A. . . . Health Education Field . . . Home town, Bakerstown. Evelyn. Evy . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Camera Club . . . Elementary Council . . . Women’s Chorus . . . Psychology Club . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town. Springdale. Virginia, Hippy” ... A Gipella Choir . . . Dance Group . . . Rifle Team . . . W. A. A. . . Saxigena Staff . . . Rocket Editor . . . Press Club . . . Sigma Tau Delta . . . Home town, Apollo. Marcus, Mark” . . . Camera Club . . . Football . . . Manager of Basketball team . . . Health Education Field . . . Home town, Coraopolis . . . Army Air Corps. James, Jim” . . . Rocket Masquers . . . Honorary Science Club . . . Varsity Club . . . Alpha Psi Omega . . . Phi Sigma Pi . . . Newman Club . . . International Relations Club . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Football . . . Home town, New Castle . . . Who's Who in American Universities and Colleges. Rose Marie Grill Elizabeth Smith Harkins Sylvan H. Harris Arthur G. Hazen Helen K. Headland January finals! Rfiea Jean Heckert Evelyn J. Henry Virginia Mac Hipps Marcus A. Holpfer James A. Howley TMl ■‘v-iix Betty Kimniel Ruth Kling Mildred Kukic Genevieve Lescsak Aldara Dawn Lester New student teachers begin! Beulah Longacrc Gayle Marble Margaret Markel V. Imogene Markle Irene Frances Marko Betty, Dramatic Club . . . Women's Chorus . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Elementary Council . . . Rocket Staff . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town, Dormoni. Ruth, Y. W. C. A. . . . Rifle Club . . . Women's Chorus . . . Rocket Staff . . . Press Club . . . Psychology Club - . . Mu Kappa Gamma ... A Capelin Choir . . . Transfer from Indiana State Teachers College . . . Home town, Etna. . . . Elementary Field. Mildred, Milly . . . Women's Chorus . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Press Club . . . Debate . . . Baton Club . . . North Hall Residents' Council . . . Saxigena Staff Kappa Delta Pi . . . Kappa Gamma . . . Home town, East McKeesport. Genevieve, Gen” . . . W. A. A. . . . Rifle Club . . . Open Road . . Newman Club . . . Phi Delta Pi ... Pi Gamma Mu . . Home town, Bridgeville . . . Health Education Field. Aldara, Dramatic Club ... A Capelin Choir . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Elementary Council . . . Rifle Club . . . Psychology Club . . . Mu Epsilon Theta . . . Home town, Pittsburgh. . . . Elementary Field. Beulah, Y. W. C. A. . . International Relations Club . . . Elementary Council . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town. Cherry Tree. Gayle, Saxigena Staff . . . Dramatic Club ... A Capelin Choir . . . Class secretary for three years . . . Varsity Trio . . . Orchestra . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Mu Epsilon Theta . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town, Washington, Pa. . . . Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges. Margaret, Peggy” . . . W. A. A. . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Rifle Club ... A Capelin Choir . . Orchestra . . . Mu Kappa Gamma . . . Home town. Bellevue . . . Health Education Field . . . Made all Green and White teams all four years. Imogene, Imy . . . Student Council . . . Open Road . . . Rifle Club . . . W. A. A. . . . Camera Club . . Trigcalana . . . Health Education Field. Irene Frances, Women’s Chorus . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Elementary Council . . . Camera Club . . . Newman Club . . . Home town, West Aliquippa . . . Elementary Field. T hirly-sfvtn John Menoher Jack Merritt Virginia Metz Olive G. Miller Howard Mink February — Star gazing on Science Building roof! Evelyn Mac McBride Mary McCommon Doris K. McConnell Dorothea R. McKissick Virginia Irene Mo cr John, Johnny . . . Student Council . . . Varsity Club . . . Football . . . Health Education Field . . . Home town, Pittsburgh . . . U. S. Army Air Corps . . . Engaged to Toot . Jack, Snxigcnn Staff . . . Press Club ... A Gipella Choir . . . . Y. M. C. A. . . . Varsity Club . . . Gym team . . . Cross Country . . . Home town, Murrysviile . . . Health Education Field. Virginia. Women's Chcrus . . . Orchestra . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Elementary Council . . . Mu Epsilon Theta . . . Women's Ensemble . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town, Mahoningtown. Olive, Women's Chorus . . . Women's Ensemble . . Town Women's Club . . . W. A. A. . . . Mu Epsilon Theta . . . Home town. Slippery Rock . . . Elementary Field . . . She is known for her keen sense of humor. Howard, Y. M. C. A. . . . Rifle Club . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town, Allison Park, Pa. . . . Left school before term was finished. Evelyn, A Capclla Choir . . . W. A. A. . . . Varsity Trio . . . Mu Epsilon Theta . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town. Slippery Rock. Mary, Women’s Chorus . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Open Road . . . Mu Epsilon Theta . . . Women’s Ensemble . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town. Volant. Doris, Rifle Club . . . Press Club . . . Dramatic Club . . . W. A. A. . . . Rocket Staff . . . Phi Delta Pi . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Sigma Tau Delta . . . Home town. Pittsburgh . . . Health Education Field . . . Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges. Dorothea, Women's Chorus . . . Orchestra . . . Elementary Council . . . Open Road . . . W. A. A. . . . Mu Epsilon Theta . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town. Slippery Rock. Virginia, Ginny” . . . Open Road ... A Capella Choir . . . Orchestra . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Mu Kappa Gamma . . . Sigma Tau Delta . . . Press Club . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Senior Class Officer . . . Home town, Crafton . . . Excellent leader of Y. W. singing. T hirly-nghl William, Bill . . . Soccer , , . Swimming . . . Varsity Club . . . Manager of gym team . . . Home town, Carnegie . . . Health Education Field. Margie, Nick . . . Dramatic Club . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . International Relations Club . . . Home town. Indiana . . . Secondary Field . . . Excellent leader of show for the Air Cadets. Rosemarie, Rosie . . . Rifle Club . . . Team . . , Y. W. C. A. . . . W. A. A. . . . Newman Club . . . Phi Delta Pi . . . Home town, Pittsburgh . . . Never without a smile! . . . Health Education Field. Catherine, International Relations Club . . . Elementary Council . . . Women's Chorus . . . Commuters’ Club . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Home town. New Castle . . . Elementary Field . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Graduated with highest honors in January class. Ben, Ben . . . Band . . . Orchestra ... A Capella Choir . . . Camera Club . . . Phi Sigma Pi . . Varsity Club . . . Dormitory Council . . . Gamma Theta Upsiion . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . Soccer . . Cross Country . . . Home town, Pittsburgh. Jesse. Rocket Staff . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . W. A. A. . . . Trigcalana Club . . . Dance Group . . . Newman Club . . . Cheerleader . . . Home town, Wayncs-burg . . . Health Education Field ... A real dancer. Lois, W. A. A_______Y. W. C. A. . . . Phi Delta Pi . . . Rifle Club . . Health Education Field . . . Home town, Corry. I.aVerne, Verne . , . Rifle Club . . . W. A. A. . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Open Road . . . Newman Club . . . Camera Club . . . Home town, Pittsburgh . . Health Education Field . . . Excellent Green and White team work. Eleanor, Women’s Chorus . . . Orchestra . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Elementary Council . . . Baton Club . . . W. A. A. . . . Mu Kappa Gamma . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town, Clintonville . . . Town Women's Club . . . Inter-Varsity Fellowship. Jeanne, Kappa Delta Pi . . . Phi Delta Pi . . . Sigma Tau Delta . . . Rifle team . . . Open Road . . . W. A. A. . . . Saxigena Staff . , . Rocket Staff . . . Home town, Altoona ... is now enrolled at Walter Reed. William F. Nesbit Margie Nicholas Roxmarie Pascaretta Catherine Louise Raab Ben Rebel March—the time to sit by the fire! Jesse Reed Lois Reesink LaVerne M. Reibel Eleancr Marie Riddle Jeanne Rodkey Eleanor, Lois” . . . V. W. C. A. . . . W. A. A. . . . Women's Chorus . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town, Clinton. Vance, Skeek . . . Varsity Club . . . Swimming . . . Track . . . Football . . . Honorary Science Club Y. M. C. A. . . , Rifle Team . . . Phi Sigma Pi . . . Explorers' Club . . . Trigcalana Club . . . Open Road . . Saxigena Staff . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Student Government . . . Penn-Ohio Breaststroke Champion . . . Who's Who in American Universities and Colleges. Jean, Women's Chorus . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Psychology Club . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town. Butler. Mabel, Mabe . . . Phi Delta Pi . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . W. A. A_____Y. W. C. A. . . . Rifle Club . . . Rocket Masquers ... A Capelin Choir . . . Home town. Johnstown ... to be changed to San Diego and Pete in January. Robert. Bob . . . Soccer . . . Phi Sigma Pi . . . Rocket Masquers . . . Alpha Psi Omega . . Press Club . . . Rocket Staff . . . Y. M. C. A. . . . Who's Who in American Universities and Colleges . , . Home town, Zelicnople . . . U. S. Army. Anna. Ann” . . . Trigcalana Club . . . Rifle Club . . . Dance Group . . President of North Hall Residents' Council . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Camera Club . . . Open Road . . . W. A. A. . . . Home town. McKeesport . . . Health Education Field. Florence, Flossie” . . . Rocket Masquers . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Dance Group . . . Elementary Council . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town, Sharon. Keith, A Capella Choir . . . Y. M. C. A. . . . Phi Sigma Pi . . . Varsity Club . . . Football . . . Basketball . . . Tennis . . . Student Government . . . Home town, Tarentum . . . Health Education Field. June, Phi Delta Pi . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Gamma Theta Upsilon . . . North Hall Residents Council . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Newman Club . . . W. A. A. . . . Open Road . . . Who's Who in American Universities and Colleges . . . Home town, McKeesport. Thelma, Masie . . . Open Road , . . Camera Club . . . Rifle Club . . . International Relations Club . . . W. A. A. . . . Phi Delta Pi ... Pi Gamma Mu . . . Kappa Delta Pi ... Y. W. C. A. . . . Home town, Roscoe . . . Health Education Field. I Eleanor Lois Savage Vance Evan Senecal Jean Shoemaker Mrs. Mabel D. Smith Robert Smith Open Road supper hike! Anna Sowa E. Florence Stewart Keith W. Stoner June Vorce Thelma Wainwright Forty � Jane Dolores Whitlatch George Edward Welch Mildred Weed May—when couples meet! Frances L. Wilson Mary Margaret Wood Dolores, Y W. C. A. ... A Capella Choir . . . North Hall Residents' Council . . Women’s Chorus . . . Women’s Ecnsemblc Mu Kappa Gamma . . . International Relations Club . . . Rocket Masquers . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Home town, Sharon . . . Elementary Field. George, Phi Sigma Pi . , . Soccer . . . Varsity Club . . , Camera Club . . . Y. M. C. A. . . . Gym team . . . Home town, Pittsburgh . . . Health Education Field. Mildred, Millie . . . Phi Delta Pi . . . Rocket Masquers . . . Rifle Club ... W. A. A. ... Y. W. C. A. . . . Cheerleader . . Dance Team . . . Home town, Corry . . . Health Education Field. Frances, Fritz” . . . Rocket Masquers . . . Alpha Psi Omega . . . Phi Delta Pi . . . Rifle Club . . . W. A. A. . . . Cheerleader . . . Camera Club . . . Home town, Johnstown . . . Health Education Field. Mary Margaret, Elementary Council . . . International Relations Club . . . Women's Club . . . Kappa Delta Pi . . . Transfer from California State Teachers College . . . Home town, Franklin . . . Elementary Field. Also: Esther Gibson, Women's Chorus . . . Open Road . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Camera Club . . . Elementary Council . . . Elementary Field . . . Home town, Parkers Landing. Erminn Peck, Dramatic Club . . . Women's Chorus . . . Elementary Council . . . Y. W. C. A. . . . Elementary Field. Vorty-onf 9h Memosuam --Ml. Darnel- 7. £Ueeluf To the family of Mr. Shcchy wc extend our sincere sympathy, and to his memory wc bring this brief chaplet of respect and regard. A mysterious providence furnishes no answer to our question why this useful life should have been cut down in its promise and youth. But experience tells us that it matters not how long one lives, but how well.” Our Mr. Shechy was known in life as a dutiful son, an affectionate brother, a loving husband, an indulgent father, a charitable neighbor, a true friend, a patriotic citizen, and an honorable, capable, and faithful teacher. He lived well, he lived earnestly, he lived faithfully, and so it is not for us mortals to dispute the Divine wisdom which has taken him to that eternal life. While the entire community mourns his death, there are hundreds who have been the recipients of his bounty who will feel keenly the loss of a true and tried friend. 9n MesnoAiasri - - Mike K.lim nJza Mike does remain in our minds though he has gone on a walk that will last for eternity. We who knew him miss his strength, his bantering wit, and faithfulness. You who do not know him, walk the paths he walked, mention places so familiar to him. and study subjects he mastered in college. So he is known to us all, either by reality or by virtue of mutually familiar surroundings. Mike was our first war casualty, and we fear, not our last. We hope each new loss of ours, in this present conflict, meets Mike on the other side of eternity. There he will find a true Guide to lead him over new and strange fields. Later on. no doubt, we will join them on their strolls through eternity finding the group led by Mike and called Band of Green and White Pedagogues”. Then, friends, you shall find Mike the same undaunted, courageous self he was when he tramped our paths and said a cheery Hello” as we do today. Forty-ihrrr PVT. NICHOLAS BILOWICK 6th Training Squadron N. A. G. S. Harlingen, Texas President Vice-President Secretary -Treasurer OFFICERS • • • Stanley Marshall Jack Lottes • • - Mary Margaret Duff - - - - Robert Lewis 1'orly-four Dear Nick, We thought of you this morning and hoped you hadn’t forgotten us here at Slippery Rock. Surely you remember our arrival at college in 1940 ... the get-acquainted parties ... the formal reception where you gradually found yourself with a new name ... hut dances . . . biology field trips . . . our first football game . . . the Freshman entertainment and bonfire . . . Homecoming defeat . . . the Nature Trail . . . the Personality Expert . . . The Late Christopher Bean” . . . art notebooks and art trips to Pittsburgh . . . the Christmas spirit at Slippery Rock ... the Christmas breakfast by candle light with carol singing . . . and 1941 with sled-riding, ice-skating, and finals . . . The Pineapple Crush” . . . Youngstown Symphony . . . the Woo Sigma Pi’s . . . spring . . . hikes . . . tennis . . . Stoughton’s? Then suddenly we were Sophomores and experienced our first bombing scares . . . early enlistments . . . knitting in chapel . . . term papers. . . skating . . . the men and women’s banquets . . . visits in faculty homes during Religion in Life Week . . . the first air raid drill . . . first aid classes . . . the Varsity Club Show engineered by Ed Brennan with unusual talents displayed . . . acceleration for some students. We’re Juniors now . . . putting out the Sax . . . helping on the Rocket staff . . . singing in the choir . . . holding a kid” party . . . and working and playing per usual”. But we miss you . . . and Stan . . . and Jack . . . and Mac and all the other fellows who are in Uncle Sam’s forces now. We re waiting for you at S. R., Nick; and in the meantime, Keep cm rolling . Sincerely, THE JUNIORS I'orty-fivr s e a i P It a I a I m a e Any month, 1943 Dear Diary: It’s reminiscing time again for this youngster named Sophomore. I’ve just been around for two years, and by golly neds what I haven’t lived through. Registering for the first time . . . what havoc through my mind; and then the Johnstown gang came in a week later and had to go through the same rigmarole . . . Tribunals, beanies, arm bands, and signs; all of these let the whole world know who we were. We really had a climax at our homecoming pep-rally: Bill, the Twins, Sybil, and the rest of the gang. OFFICERS President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Blair Hildebrand • John Lewis Phyllis Long Ronald Headland Forty-six Football season was the time! How wc remember our boys making a name for themselves on the little ole field: Blair and Tommy Green only two of many. Our first semester wound up with a bang ... or should I say a stab in the back? It was a cold, snowy, December 7 in S. R. . . . But life goes on just the same ... I mean a little differently . . . and basketball and swimming just wouldn’t have been up to par without us . . . again we shone like little jewels that wc arc. (pst! some one has to build us up!) Our Starlight Cruise” really had them gazing . . . and we finished our first year very much grown-up: some of us on S. G. A., members of various organizations . . . outstanding academically and socially. Wc returned last fall fewer in number but much stronger in spirit and will. Wc found our missing link” . . . the fellows in the services . . . and so we adopted action and sacrifice” as our key words for 1943. But our little old socks aren’t ragged and limp but are full of whatnots labelled '43 like these: Bacon and eggs by Martin and Powell, Inc., North Hall . . . Midge who slept all the time . . . P. L., our bubbling fountain of laughter . . . Rick and Twinnie, our stay-at-homes . . . Frank Dennis, the mighty hunter . . . for rabbits . . . Clancy, the gal who went for men with higher intellectual qualities . . . Joe Bower, who knew all the questions and absolutely no answers . . . Sally and her very serious giggle, etc.!!! And we have a warm spot for our very wet football games. W. A. A. parties, Green and White hockey, the Hut, our Dorms, Phi Delt sandwiches, Groomics, our farewell party for Our Men . . . and . . . well, look at that, 43 is gone and we re still wearing our laurels! ’ I'il next year, Us Sophs. I'tirly-sri'i'ii Draft Hoard blues and Sailors’ Mail, Rush! . . . ushered in the Class of 1946; and while K. P.’s peeled spuds in camps all over the nation, here we were on the home front in S. R., setting up a defense against homesickness. Remember, all you freshmen, what fun the first few weeks were? The traditional dinks and name cards . . . signatures of upperclassmen . . . forbidden use of Morrow' Walk . . . making beds for upperclassmen . . . singing the Alma Mater for the first President OFFICERS Robert Buxton Vice-President • James Brown Secretary Virginia Goddard Treasurer . Charles Fitzgibbons f i Farlv-riahl time in Assembly . . . plus sitting in the halls during air raid drills . . . and counting out pennies for war stamps. We soon discovered all those little things not in the catalog . . . that freshmen sit only in the freshmen section in chapel . . . that fifty collaterals are quite a chore . . . that S. R. has a hello” tradition . . . that frosh” entertain at the pep rally before Homecoming. Who'll soon forget the big fire and snake dance? ... or the Virginia Reel in the program preceding? Election time came . . . with Bob Buxton at the helm of the class and Mrs. DuBard the class sponsor. With the first excitement over, the class settled down to an uneventful existence, broken by the Christmas vacation and the news that students in the reserves would leave soon. A new group of freshmen joined the class in February . . the first of the seventh semester high school seniors to be accepted in S. R. as a part of the accelerated program. Their first social event was the Freshman Prom, which also became a farewell dance for a large group of our men. The gym was decorated with valentines, and the names of the boys leaving were inscribed on a huge heart. The first of April marked another era for wartime Slippery Rock. We are now housing several hundred Army Air Corps students, and the campus is used jointly for collegiate and military activities. It seems odd to see at Slippery Rock . . . drilling in Morrow Drive . . . lights in West Hall (the old high school) ... a mess hall” menu at the entrance to the dining room . . . soldiers marching to class . . . army trucks parked behind South Hall, but this is one of our opportunities to share in the war effort. And so with our students fully established in the academic and social routine of Slippery Rock, we freshmen finish an eventful year with a Hup” and 'Dress right” echoing on our campus. i'orty-ninr Just before the battle Fun for all and all for fun at Kid Party” OiA i £ide -- J MeMf Qo Round (pj ActiiniieA. ,poinnjon intci oe,iat activities r Xistence. ributing ActiaitieA A prominent-phase- of. Col ie£e ‘Ljfe exists in the form of campus organization: .Tl ey offer valuable contribution to personal development? intellectual and social, providing for%fuj injividual a jnpatWof' gaining experience and kno v S0 fo ctfluaci rtvlit t ‘fellows. Wherever there is d grtsfip is a chibj’of- set feeling i ri'cndliness and retard These dxgamzations make one feel his part to campus life and prepari the ebsmopipliian Campus of the bpj mare on ★ ★ fCaf pa ’Pbelta Pi I t row: 2nd row: Jrd row : •4th row: 5th row: 6th row: 7th row: Kabel Barker, Emily Bingham, Ruth Crafty, Ruth Davie . Sara Doolin, Raymond DeLonga. Meriem Fair, Ruth K. Faux, Joan Fo� . Vera Funkhou er, Itabclle Gettman. Ruth Graham. Janet Hay . Arthur Hazen. I r. Emma Heard, Jame Howley, Dr. Corneliu Jaarcma. George Kaluger. Norma Kremit, Mildred Kukic. Gayle Marble, Dori McConnell, Betty Jean McCord, Mr . Ruby McDonald. Ruth McGranahan, Dorothy Milko, Dori Nevin, Pauline Orr. Glady Perry, Lillian Pogachnick. Catherine Raab, Ben Rebel, Jeanne Rodkey, Vance Sen real, Mabel Davi Smith, Florence Sotobay. June Vorce. Thelma Wainwrighl. Dr. Norman Weixenfluh, Leonard Wood. F.7n. ,t;r OFFICERS President.....................................................Arthur Hnzen Vice-President Gayle Marble Secretary........................................................Ruth Cratty Treasurer - Ben Rebel Historian ........ Doris McConnell Sponsor ........ Dr. Cornelius Jaarsma The Delta Tau Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi, an Honor Society in Education, was installed on the campus in May, 1938. Its purpose is to encourage high intellectual and scholastic standards and to recognize outstanding contributions to education.’ Our local chapter was the one hundred and fifteenth to be taken into the national fraternity. Dr. William C. Bagley, the noted educator, sponsored the society, organized first at the University of Illinois. For many years he has served as national president and later as laureate counselor to the national organization. Other prominent people, such as Dorothy Canfield Fisher and Edward Lee Thorndike, serve on the editorial board of the offi cial magazine, The Educational Forum. This year Kappa Delta Pi has altered its program somewhat to fit wartime needs Faculty speakers opened discussions on such vital topics as the mental hygiene aspect of the war and ways in which prospective teachers can aid the war effort. Two groups of students have been initiated into the fraternity and have entertained the group following the formal initiation. One of the biggest contributions which Kappa Delta Pi has made to our campus this year was the assembly program presented by Miss Thomasina Talley. Miss Talley is a noted Negro pianist, a student at the Juilliard School of Music, and a member of Kappa Delta Pi. She was presented to the fraternity members at a tea. A formal banquet in May, and a wiener roast at Dogwood Circle completed the social program for the year. During the year several articles about our local group have appeared in the Educational Forum, and a book report by Dr. Slick was published in one of the issues. All activities are a part of our program to encourage high scholastic standing and to establish fraternity among those most interested in the field of education. February Members Mary Margaret Duff Charlotte Funkhauser Esther Halttunen Twyla Holbcn Eleanor Laughner Sara McCormick Virginia Moser Nellie Vukovich James Weaver Dolores Whitlatch Fifty-five Phi Mk ma Pi tit row: Alien lUrlett. Joe C. Bower, M. Earl Carlos. Edwin Conrell, Raymond DaLonga. � nd row: Dr. John A. Entr. Arthur Hn .cn, Jamn How ley. Dr. Cornelius Jimnu, George Kaluger. trd row: Michael M.icalmo. Stanley Marshall, B.-n Rebel, Vance Seneca I, Robert Smith. 4lh row: Mr. N. Kerr Thompson, Dr. Lew it Wagenhont. Dr. Norman Weiienlluh. Dr. Orville Wrigley. Dr. A. I . Vincent. Alio: J.ime Weaver. George Welch. President Vice-President Secretary Asst. Secretary Treasurer Historian Sponsor Arthur G. Hazcn • Stanley Marshall - Robert E. Smith - George Kaluger Vance E. Scnccal Raymond P. DeLongn Dr. Orville Wrigley Mu Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi is the national honor protessional education fraternity for men. After being Slippery Rock's outstanding men’s honorary organization during twelve years that it has been on the campus, the Mu Chapter has been faced with the prospect of having every member in an active branch of our armed forces. Therefore action has been taken to freeze’' the organization for the duration. As only outstanding men of the campus belong to Phi Sigma Pi, we can expect much from these boys. £kfma. Vau bbelta I I wbcl Barker. Bernice Clever. Mary Alice Dee. Mr . Willie Mac DuB.ird. Eleanor Finney. Either Halttunen. 2nd row: Janet Hay . Vircinia Mae Hippa. Martha I.indcy. Phylli Lons. Milt Adelaide McClelland. Dorit McConnell. 3rd row: Ruth McGranahan. Virginia Miner. Dr. Picrrcpont Nichol . Mr. Janie T. Pole. Jeanne Rodkey. Florence Solohay. •Ith row: Dr. Carle B. Spoil . Also: Miss l.oix Harncr. Mr. Jack McDonald, Lois l-'inney. fyJkidpesiinfy J eaueS The ivy On the chapel walls Whispers softly to itself. Silently yet unendlingly, It creeps among the stones. Wonder what it's thinking? I wonder what it knows? Many secrets, I’ll be bound. Are nestled within its leaves; Choir music, organ music. Music of our hearts— Assemblies, vespers; And then late at night, Soft voices blend together Underneath its archways— Fond goodnights are said. The ivy On the chapel walls Whispers softly in the night. It whispers of you and me. —Virginia Moser Fifty •seven Mu (afifui Qcunma Kt row: 2nd rows Jrd row: •Ith row: 5th row: 6lh row: 7th row: Also new Mr� . Gladys H. Arnold. Eleanore Bauer, Dorothy Baumbach. Elizabeth Brown, (iertrude Bucks. Garnetta Cameron. Natalie Cole. Ruth Crafty. Ruth Davie . Ruth T. Dou hrtt. Audrey Eckert, Charlotte Engstrr. Meriem Fair. June Fuller, Ellen Gallagher. Mary Grace Gardner, Opal Gilchrist. Ruth Gortncr. Ruth Gr.tham. James (ironnun, Helen Headland. Ronald Headland. Betty Kimmrl. Ruth Kling. Aldara Latter, John M. Lewi . Gayle Marble. Margaret Markel. Evelyn McBride. Mary McContmon. Reba McFale, Dorothea R. McKittkk, Virginia Meta. Olive G. Miller. Virginia Mover. Nancy Robison. Mi � Gladys Sanderson. Martha Scott. Janet Thompson. Dolores Whillatch. Evelyn William . Anna Jane Wood, members: Miss Lehn. Bernice Clever. Gail Cooper. Thereto Coslo, Mabel Dickey. Anne Duffer. Martha Jane Flemming. Twyla Holben, Mary Jane Horner, lolando Litotto, Dorothy Milko. Eileen McFale. Eleanor Riddlv. Eula Anion, Isabelle Gettman. Mary Montgomery. fytodesmiitf. ftl ted. The Mu Kappa Gamma a a national frat Was started 'bout April, or later than that. It's not the first chapter, but it's chapter two, But, of course, it is Greek; that is. Beta to you. I’m sorry I didn’t explain it before— The Mu Kappa Gamma is on a musical score Starting off with a bang, it brought in new members. Who piled on the fire of music, bright embers. It had a fine meeting during the summer vacation To meet at this time gave the group much elation. At the very first meeting held in the fall The new constitution was accepted by all. The officers elected, if you'd like to know, Were chosen then, too, and they’re listed below. As a fraternity it wanted a part In the war effort, so with a glad heart It donated some money for records supreme To give to those lads of our submarines. Its meetings were not all for business, it seems. There were times when the frat divided in teams And games were played; and refreshments eaten; And music was played that couldn't be beaten; And songs were sung; and stories told Of composers’ lives both young and old. New members were added in the ’4? spring And at their induction were called on to sing. Then later invested with great dignity Assumed their full part in our fraternity. Now Mu Kappa Gamma is going to try To build the enthusiasm up high Not only on campus, but in education For much more music and participation. President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Historian Sponsor OFFICERS - - - - Mary Grace Gardner - • - • • Audrey Eckert Mary McCommon. Anna Jane Wood • - - - - Evelyn McBride • • • • Dolores Whitlatch - - • Mrs. Gladys H. Arnold GIRLS’ TRIO A reassuring look from Miss Sanderson . . . harmonious tones from the organ ... a prayer softly breathed in three trembling hearts . . . three voices blend in clear, soft notes ... a lovely song . . . and there you have it . . . the girls’ trio . . . Janie, Gayle, and Evelyn! Yes, you can tell they love singing together . . . and we enjoy listening, too. Fiflyninr PUi Pbelia Pi Itt row: Madolyn Ri«ry, 1 outvc Btvion, Eleanor CUncy. MU Elmira Compton. 2nd tow: Mary Alice Dec. Mary Margaret Duff. I-a Verna Griffith. Genevieve Lc c«l)c. ird row: Phylli Long. Alice Lowry. Doria McConnell. Betty Jean McCord. 4th row: Dorit Nevin. Ro� emarie Pavcaretta. Jeanne Powell. Helen Reed. 5th row: Jewe Reed. Lot Reoink. Jeanne Rodkey. Mabel Davi Smith. 6th row: Martha E. Sxabadot. Dori� Trondle. Kathleen Vaughn, June Vorce. 7th row: Thelma Wainrip.ht, Mildred Weed. France L. Wilton. OFFICERS President Vice-President Chaplain - Corresponding Secretary Reci rdtng Secretary Treasurer - Editor ... Sergeant at Arms Social Chairman - Frances L. Wilson Mary Margaret Duff • Mabel Davis Smith Doris Trondle - Mary Alice Dee Betty Jean McCord - Rosemarie Pascaretta Madolyn Bicry - Genevieve Lescsak - Doris McConnell Louise Bryson Jeanne Rodkey Jeanne Powell - - Lois Rccsink - Millie Weed Phi Delta Pi, a National Honorary Fraternity for women in the field of Health and Physical Education, fosters the aims and ideals of many girls on our own Slippery Rock campus. Under the direction of Miss Elmira Compton, maintenance of high standards in physical education and promotion of progressive development in the field arc the foremost objectives of this organization. Doggie days, bean boxes, sweater bops. Dogwood circle, ham salad sandwiches, and chapter exams are just a few of the things that keep the girls up and at it . Katana Qamma OFFICERS President Vice-President Secrct.-i ry-T ren surer Sponsor Earl Otrlcss Isabel Barker • Janet Hays Dr. Carle B. Spotts Talk . . . talk . . . and more talk. They love it, and no wonder. Of course you have to forgive them, for Kappa Gamma is the speech fraternity. Matching ideas with ideas in inter-collegiate debating as well as in local debates, the fraternity provides the opportunity for presenting one's views of current controversial issues. Congenial, friendly companionship prevails, even though the torrent of words that may pour forth in a public debate is misleading. Straight thinking is the guide and more effective speech, the goal. fop row: I label Barker. liarl Carle . Janci Hay . Second row; Mildred Kukic. Marjorie Nicholas, Lillian Poicach-nick. Third row: Florence Solobay. I r. Carle Spoil . Leonard Wood. Alpha Pu Omepa Neither stage-struck” nor aspiring beyond expectations arc the members of Alpha Psi Omega, but they show a genuine interest in bettering themselves and those for whom they perform. These were the last to enter the fraternity while under the guidance of the late Mr. Sheehy. Quality and not quantity has been the password. Not all members have trodc the boards”, but have won recognition by their excellence in stagecraft, an art in itself. The present status of the fraternity is none too bright, but neither faculty nor student body can let the spirit of the recent sponsor become sterile for lack of leadership. Top row: Charlotte Engatrr, Jumr A. Howlcy. Second row; Robert Smith. France I-Wil.cn. Pi Qamma Mu l t row: Hmily Rink ham. Mr. Herbert Book. Mi� � Wild Brubaker. Dr. William P. Carter. 2nd row: Ruth K. Faux. Min Ruby Frampton. Sylvan Harriv, Me. Howard I.. Headland. {rd row: Mr . Alice Heintrelman. Genevieve Letcuk, Dr. Sewell Slick. Thelma Wain weight. 4th row: Leonard Wood. Al� o: Janet Hay . President Vice-President Secretary Sergeant Sponsor 1st Semester • Leonard Wood - Sylvan Harris -Thelma Wninwrighc . Genevieve Lcscsak Mr. 2nd Semester • Leonard Wood - - Janet Hays - Genevieve Lescsak • Emily Bingham Howard L. Headland Theta Chapter (the one hundredth to be organized) was instituted on the campus of Slippery Rock State Teachers College on December 6. 1929, by Alpha Chapter of Grove City College. 1 he nucleus was a small group of faculty and student members who thereby became the twenty-two charter members. The charter for organization was granted under the date of November 9, 1929-Thus Pi Gamma Mu is the first of the honor societies on the campus. Membership has been kept consistent with the high standing of the national constitution. The basis for membership is honor grades of twenty hours credit in the field of history and the social studies earned by a student who has attained the junior class rating in any curriculum. The programs at the monthly meetings have been centered around some historical, economic, industrial or social theme. Perhaps the most ambitious work undertaken was the compiling and editing the first fifty years of education for teaching at Slippery Rock under the title Thru Fifty Years,” published in May, 1939. From the organization to the present, the chapter has sponsored a founders day dinner at which an alumnus spoke on some appropriate theme and was honored by the presentation of a life-membership and the gold key. A social function has been the interchange of meetings with Grove City College annually and occasionally with Clarion State Teachers College. Two pilgrimages to historic shrines have been conducted, to the Sugar Camp” on Wolf Creek and to Old Harmony. Sixty-tuo Qamma heta fyp.i.ilxm l'« rot : Allen Barlvii, Sara Doo- lin, Mary Jane Elder. Charlotte lingttcr. -’■ 1 row: Mr firm Fair. Sylvan H. Harris, Betty Jean McCord, Ben Rebel. Jrd row: Dr. Elir'brlh Stndtlander, Dr. Warren Strain. Doric Trondlc, June Vorce. AI o: Emily Bingham, Kathleen VaiiKhn. Mary Margaret Duff. OFFICERS President Vice-President Sccr« c.iry-Trcasurcr Sponsor - • - Ben Robe! Mary Jane Elder • • • Sara Doolin Doris Trondle Dr. Elizabeth Stndtlander The Zcta Chapter of Gamma Theta Upsilon is the local chapter of the national honorary geography fraternity. The purpose of this fraternity is to further professional interest in geography and to advance the professional status of geography as a cultural and practical subject. In a chapel program during the past year the fraternity presented to the school a service flag in commemoration of the boys who attended Slippery Rock and who have joined the armed services. In the hall of Old Main, this fraternity sponsored a timely World Map, which helped the student body to keep in the know” about world happenings. Each day the headlines and important articles were pasted on the map; then streamers connected the article to the place on the map where the news event took place. The members arc selected from the students who have completed twelve hours of geography with the quality point rating of 2.0, and who are taking geography as a specialized field. Since geography as a field of study is rapidly receiving greater recognition, Gamma Theta will bear watching. Sixty-thrrr M m STAFF Sports Editors Mary Alice Lowry Robert Lewis Photography George Knluger Doris Trondle Ass’t Business Manager Robert McCormick Candida Mary Joan Foss Leonard Wood Literary Assistants Dorothy Milko Mildred Kukic Rose Jagntich Virginia Brown Editor Betty Jean McCord Literary Editor Ruth MeGranahan Business Manager William Meisc Vke student Qoue iumerit In this day of a fight to the death between democracy and dictatorship, a fine example of a democratic organization lies on our campus in the Student Government Association. As its members we find representatives of the student body—those who have been chosen and trusted to make the right decision, choose the right method, make the right way, their way. Through all the upset of war and the accompanying problems, our council has kept up its work of directing legislation. It will come out of this period of upheaval as will our country, strengthened and tried. It is the main aim of our council to create closer cooperation between faculty and students, and with this end in view, more faculty representatives joined the ranks this year. All the meetings are open to the students, and special assembly meetings are held in which the whole campus may express its viewpoint on important matters. The meetings, however, are not merely places to blow off steam”; they offer chances for exchanging opinions, seeing a new way of looking at a plan, perhaps, making a compromise but at least reaching a conclusion felt to be best for all concerned. Many of the problems which have come up for consideration by our S. G. A. arc identical to those facing our nation today. The first of these was a shortage of man power. It was felt first when replacements were made for students who failed to return to college and instead sat in technical classes in a uniform. The substitution of school parties for formal dances became generally accepted, as did the curtailment of school athletics and our recent loss of Reserves who have been called to duty. New officers have replaced lost members. The home front has filled in the ranks, and although we miss those who are gone we are carrying on. We students should be proud of our student government, proud and jealously ready to guard it and what it stands for. It is the organization around which all other clubs center, the agents for getting legislation passed on rules for the students, and the proper place for a free discussion of ideas and problems. So, as these present students leave, may the ones to come in the future carry on the good work with smooth sailing and a safe voyage” under good leadership, good cooperation, and general campus good-will. Sixty-jix PtedA Club- Any member of the Press Club will modestly acknowledge his organization’s indebtedness to Johannes Gutenberg. For, without the discovery of printing, the achievements of the Press Club would be nearly impossible. f3ut we do not mean that this medieval Teuton is the only one responsible for the appearances of The Rocket. Reporters, copy writers, copy readers, and preof readers are only a parr of the necessary staff. We are grateful that we can count on Mr. Pole’s journalistic experience and Mr. Jack McDonald’s helpfulness and enthusiasm. There must be mathematical whizzes, who strive to use black ink; the photographer, who gambles that the front page shot comes out; the cartoonist, who scrutinizes campus life for ideas; and the how could we get along without him?” errand boy. Over all these specialists rules the editor, who by the time his sentence expires, has that look, as a result of scaring people into getting assignments in on time. Monday nights before the issue are always frenzied occasions, for it is then that the dummy” is made up. Just who this dummy is, seems to be unexplained, although word has gone around that it has two cars”, a masthead”, and a nose for news”. So the next time you read your favorite paper, think of the man behind the man behind the pun. ROCKET EDITORS First Semester Second Semester Sponsor - Isabel Barker George Kaluger Twila Holben Mr. James T. Pole Sixly-itvat if. w. e. a. ★ if. m. e. a. From the Big and Little Sister” party in the is all-out” for a program of Christian fellowship. . . . social welfare ... all part of our plan to open strong leadership, and the molding of character, cer Children’s Home . . . correspondence to S. R. services? fall to the Cabinet Retreat . . . our Y. W. C. A. Group discussions . . . singing . . t speakers pathways toward the creation of higher ideals, Remember our Thanksgiving gifts to the Mer-Boys in service . . . Tuesday evening watch Wednesday night with the fellows gathered in the Hut ... Yes, this is our ' Y ... a lively, spirited organization leading in Christian activities . . . fellowship, leadership, social and athletic events . . . student and faculty speakers . . . new impetus and increased membership this year . . . The program of this Christian group on campus comprises the organized action of students and faculty members directed toward the strengthening and application of their faith . . . spiritually, intellectually, and through social action. IJW fijeuunan eu ★ Urtt i - VcMilq. We may be only two years old, but we arc most active on campus! Aided by Miss Hef-fernan, Father Girard, and Willie Rometo, our president, we strive to promote Catholic fellowship. Fostering spiritual, intellectual, and social interests of Catholic students . . . these arc the aims of the Newman Club. Meetings twice a month . . . second Friday in the Hut . . . interesting speakers . . . group discussions . . . socials. On the last Sunday of each month, a Communion Breakfast is held in the basement of St. Peter's Church. ★ An association for Christian students on the campus . . . aim: to know Christ and make Him known . . . Bible study and prayer groups are important phases of this group . . . Meets every Sunday evening in the music room following Vespers . . . Two-fold purpose of the Fellowship: to witness for Christ and lead others to know Him ... to deepen and strengthen the spiritual life of members by Bible study, prayer, and Christian fellowship ... is a part of the world-wide fellowship for Christian students on many campuses. Sixty-ninr A prominent musical organization on our campus ... a selected group of well blended voices singing difficult music . . . for special occasions where it is inconvenient to use larger groups . . . Cooperating with their director, Mrs. Arnold, the girls have attained a degree of skill in addition to their own personal pleasure. Together with other music organizations they endeavor to foster a greater appreciation for modern and classical music. Moment. Zntemkle Highlighting our Sunday evening vespers are the anthems and choral benediction of our Slippery Rock Singers. Special numbers by groups within the choir add to the enjoyment of the audience. Miss Haas left us early in the year, but under Miss Lchn’s able direction, we have carried on our programs of vesper music. T he choir lias its social side as well. A farewell party for Miss Haas introduced our social activities for the year. Seventy Come on along and listen to . . . the String Ensemble ... at all college teas, banquets, receptions, and other campus social events. Originally this group of students formed the string section of the College Orchestra. This year the String Ensemble, under the direction of Mrs. Gladys H. Arnold, has specialized in Spanish music, in addition to the works of such famed composers as Bach, Chopin, and Tschaikovsky. This group has added much to our social life this past year. ZrtAemJjtle Wamenb GU IUA- Musical enrichment . . . better singing fellowship and sheer enjoyment . . . these are the aims of Women’s Chorus. Songs of reverence . . . rollicking rhythms of South America compose the repertoire for this year. Any one who likes to sing . . . who can carry a tune is welcome. With Mrs. Gladys Arnold as sponsor, the chorus finds music delightful and inspiring. An annual concert in May puts the final touch to the year’s work. . . . Ready, girls? . . . mi, me, rna, me, mi. Srvrnty-onr On Monday evenings last semester you might have seen a selected group of fellows meeting in the auditorium of the training school to warble away. Who were they? The college octet, of course, and disregarding feuds, quarrels, and much joking, these singers got along very well together. Tony Frisinas tardiness and the rivalry between Ron and John about respective ranges added to the fun. Miss Haas led the fellows splendidly. This organization has been temporarily discontinued since several of the octet have been called to service. Like a class in calisthenics, arms waving; not so stiff now; relax . . . sketches on blackboard that look Chinese or like non-descript birds .... Evy with her case in directing . . . Lorry who made the cute sign . . . beautiful waltz recordings with dreamy-eyed . . . NIta, JuaNita” or In the Gloaming”, most of us in the glooming . . . Tony and Gibby present every so often . . . Forefingers riding merrily on pencil batons ... all this, with Mrs. Arnold, sympathetic pals, red books. Va time, and love for music. Scvritly-lKLo I Honorary club for math majors and minors . . . organized on our campus in May ’39 . . . name derived from the subjects of Trigonometry, Calculus, and Analytic Geometry. Its aim is to aid members by presenting topics and techniques not taught in regular classes. Programs are varied and social events are added at intervals. The club has developed games to be played to increase ability as well as interest. Puzzle and trick problems are presented for solution. Mr. Lady is faculty sponsor. 9nteAnational Relation Glut- Certainly is a troubled world we live in, isn’t it? What has gone wrong . . . where do wc go from here? At a time when the problems of the world were never greater, it is encouraging to know that right here on campus there is a group discussing these problems and looking toward a solution. Supplied with current publications by the Carnegie Endowment, members discuss freely topics of vital interest. Special activities? Delegates to Princeton conference . . . speaking for the Woman’s Club ... a party at Miss Brubaker’s. Sivcnty-threr Uncle Sam was rather hard on us in rationing tires and gasoline . . . but the Commuters Club is still functioning bravely. The group is under the capable leadership of Mabel Dickey, our president, and Mr. Ruff, our faculty sponsor. Lunches together . . . fun and fellowship . . . twice monthly meetings ... all in an effort to solve mutual problems and to stimulate an interest in college activities for off-campus students. G MMutetiA Club Open Road With both freshmen and upperclassmen, it is as up and coming a group of nature students as you could find. Such enthusiasm . . . not a (agger in the group! Hikes . . . rain, snow, or shine, with indoor study meetings for variation . . . led by Mr. Shelar and Dr. Waldron. Look for (lowers, leaves, insects, fungi as you hike along . . . All to end around a blazing campfire and wieners, sandwiches, coffee—m-mmm ... Of course fun and knowledge go together in identifying specimens. Sounds interesting, doesn’t it? Seventy-four Remember how everyone raved about that Grinmorc Fair”? . . . fortunes told . . . taxi dancers . . . more fun for less money . . . Elementary Council knows how to keep people busy and happy . . . All who wish to further their knowledge and understanding of children arc welcome at our meetings . . . Many successful social events are held during the year . . . also business meetings made interesting by most capable speakers. lUementa uf Council Cheerleader Cheer, cheer for old Slippery Rock . . . Come on, kids . . . Let’s give out Support our teams . . . The cheerleaders are ready with their victory salute . . . Let’s give a great big Hooo -----rah! Nice goin’ . . . Now the Rocket chant led by Hecky, Gini, Millie, Sarah Bell, Petie, and Jeanne . . . Now a sky rocket . . . next a peppy song . . . never a dull moment Your cheers will help the team win that game. Hit ’em high, hit ’em low . . . On to the fight, boys” We're all behind you . . . we’ll cheer you on to victory. Srvrnly-fivr We may look serious, but do you know of . . . Doc’s” keen sense of humor . . . the way Earl conducts a meeting . . . our fun in the Hut . . .pumpkin pic with whipped cream and coffee at the Hays’ . . . our trips to Westminster and Grove City . . . our tournament on campus in March . . . our special reference and work room in the library (where we don’t have to be quiet) . . . our interest in an Intercollegiate Radio Debate . . . our pros and cons regarding a Federal Union of the United Nations? bebate Glub Pd-tycUolacfif- eu Heated discussion in spite of blackouts . . . I. Q. tests . . . psychological phases of army life . . . parties with Somcinores . . . all go to make up the new and different program of our Psychology Club. The fast-growing membership plus the enthusiasm and initiative behind it really prove that the organization is ready to go places” on campus. With the helpful aid of Dr. Weisenfluh, each member in the club is constantly trying to find some little way in which to apply his bit of psychology. Srvritly-fix Gee, don't you have any privileges next week cither?” . . . trying to be fair in our dealing with rule breakers . . . representatives elected from each class . . . plan dormitory social affairs . . . pajama parties, flowers for our convalescents, all-college teas . . . our secretary acts as librarian for Book of the Month Selections . . . These dormitory activities for all the girls. Miss Hola-way and Mrs. McCandless are the advisors guiding the Council. fy iik Jlall Council SoulU eMail Council Governing body of South Hall . . . two members elected from each class . . . meetings held twice monthly in the private dining room . . . responsible for monthly fire drills . . . conducts social functions for the dormitory . . . held a cocoa pour after the Grove City football game . . . sponsored two smokers which were held in the Hut and the Men's Christmas party. Our purpose is to establish a college democracy, maintain cooperation among students of the dormitory, and promote the best kind of college spirit. Scvtnty-scvcn Ike VicicpUf feell During the first World War one of our best-loved faculty members left college in his junior year to serve in the armed forces. He learned that to hear from one’s Alma Mater was one of his greatest pleasures. Remembering that experience, Mr. George Miller is doing his share for the war effort with his Victory Bell letters. Now on the mailing list are 160 former Slippery Rock students located in New Caledonia, Australia, Trinidad, Ireland, England, Iceland, Alaska, the Solomon Islands, the New Hebrides, the Canal Zone, and Africa. Letters also go out to about 20 states in our country. The Victory Bell includes bits of S. R. news, excerpts from the service men’s letters, and addresses so that the fellows may correspond with each other. Its main purpose is to serve as a clearing house for our college men in the service. H.'iu-ntv-fiaht £e iue Honor to Our Service Men” Mr. Miller is also collecting photographs of the men in uniform, and plans to mount them in the future. But let’s hear what the boys say about the Victory Bell letters. Chuck Hough writes: You are doing a grand job through the use of the V. B. and you deserve much credit for keeping alive the memories that many of us have for our Alma mater.” Norm Russell expresses a sentiment we all echo: More good news about our enlarging African and European fronts tonight. But, as intetresting as it is. I’d still rather hear about Slippery Rock.” Thanks, heaps, Mr. Miller, for your splendid contribution to our boys in service. Stventy-nine Handling Administrative Duties” Morale is a lot of little things” I he Whole World’s In It” Famed for its Minstrel Show and bond selling, the Varsity Club has always enjoyed more popularity than any other men’s organization on campus. The club is self-supporting and is made up of all fellows receiving a varsity letter in any sport. The activities of the club include the maintenance of the Varsity Club store, awarding green-and-white jackets, selling programs at football games, and the famous (or infamous) Varsity Club Show. Va iAity Glut tO. A. A. Executive Gouucil The Women’s Athletic Association at Slippery Rock has always played a major role in the activities of the school. The athletic program for women is certainly one which lives up to the motto of the organization—a sport for every girl and every girl in a sport. This program is planned on the basis that all girls are given equal opportunities to take part. Swimming and organized teams arc carried on throughout the year, and awards are given for active participation. Fritz as we all know her. has proved to be a great credit to our school, and it is a noticeable loss to have her leave . . . She spent three and a half years with us and can certainly look back on many achievements during this time . . . Drama . . . Speech . . . Phi Delta Pi . . . classes . . . student teaching . . . she excelled in them all . . . yet there is always to be remembered her attainments were made with a sweet and kind personality that penetrated to all around her. We will always remember you, Fritz; you were a real part of us and we’ll miss you! L'T .. I. I a. Qcuple MaMe Kappa Delti Pi . . . Vesper Choir, Trio . . . Bill” and many more are the honors she obtained while at Slippery Rock, and she is more than worthy of them. Fun and Gayle go hand in hand; but do not forget her ability in studies, her leadership in many organizations, and also last year’s Snxigena. Friendliness and thoughtfulness toward others exemplify Gayle’s character at all times. Success in any field is yours, we know, and we do wish you all happiness and the best of luck whatever you do. With you, the World’s gain is our loss”, Gayle. Eighty-three MoAif, MaAtfG iet buH Wc all know the familiar name Duffle” . . . when called, a flash comes to our mind, wc see a bright smile, wc hear a cheery laugh, and then wc think; with Duffie there is never a dull moment. She is a grand person and a versatile one . . . high scholastically ... a perfect president for Phi Delts . . . an excellent teammate in athletics. We arc proud to have you, Duffie! Masuf ieMe huMline Her first year in College! And it has been an enjoyable year for us, to have Margrette with her sweet, quiet ways, yet a demure personality that is most sincere and makes it pleasant and worth while for all of us to know her. Attractiveness and stability present two well-made features of the many that she has. Slippery Rock is looking forward to having you for three more years, Margrette! Vw-qla cMoiben Beautiful eyes, long black hair, and a pretty face make an exquisite picture of a lovely girl . . . No one could spend more time for her school than Twyla; she gives quality and quantity, and we do appreciate her super efforts. Yet we must not forget her admirable school work . . . her good taste and delicate manner in social affairs . . . her willingness to do her part. We shall never forget you Twyla! jjea-ane Qaddand Jeanne is another new member to Slippery Rock ... a young lady who fits perfectly in our college. Witty, gay, serious, and serene—she can be each at the proper time. Her ambition and efficiency have made an impression of high-standing upon us. We hope a future with nothing but the best lies ahead for you. Slippery Rock has been most happy to have you, Jeanne! Atltleti i I tic season this year at ind the inroads .which Many changes were unavoidable. All interscholastic competitive sports had to be ait out, and intramural programs were then Organized for aji the students. We have had. this yca.r. sports through which everyone has survivedsand from which each of us will carry away a treasure-store of memories,-- con look forward to the return of peace bririging'Thc revival of int'crSch oflrelic .ith?5tiesf The opening of the Slippery Rock I Uncle Sam letics since ! Many and ★ ★ tymtkcdl Mid the Bottom cow: Mcthiit, Jones, Brown. Weaver, Graham. Wilton. Bcvington, Fitzisibbon . Brook . Wright, Button, Menoher. Middle row: Coach Thompson, Rometo, Barkley, Clark, Hildebrand. I.ewit. Del.onga. Reardon. Cottrell, Johnton, Howley, Corey, Chritiie I Mgr.) Top row: Held (Mgr.), Meitner (Mgr.), Adam . Snirik, Keitter, Hither. Koenig. Dennit. Meite. Wagner, McCormick. Green. Coach Storer. The 1942 version of the Rockets began practice on the Thompson turf September 10, 1942. Since coach had many vacant positions to be filled, and the Rockets were to meet the Westminster Titans two weeks hence, the team had to be rounded into condition rather rapidly. Our team this year was one of the lightest and smallest in Slippery Rock’s history, but nevertheless it had plenty ol heart. To open the season the Thompson men traveled to New Wilmington to meet the Titans of Westminster. The Rockets kicked off to Westminster and the Titans fumbled, with Slippery Rock recovering on the Westminster twenty-eight yard line. On the first play Reardon broke through a hole in right tackle and picked twenty yards before he was down on the Westminster eight yard stripe. DeLonga kicked a field goal to give Slippery Rock a three point lead. The only score was made in the third quarter when Eddie Cottrell passed to John Menoher, who covered the remaining twenty-five yards for the score. The highlight of the game was the stellar defensive of Sol” Hildebrand. Slippery Rock was hit hard when Bert Wagner suffered a broken leg early in the first quarter, which necessitated changing Howley to left tackle and Hildebrand to right guard. The game in general was a clean, hard fought battle, with the Rockets coming out on the long end of a score 10-0. The second fracas of the season was played at Indiana State Teachers College against our worthy opponents, the Indians. It was a high spirited team that made the trip, but Lady Luck seemed to smile on the Big Red Indians . After Slippery Rock drove deep into Indiana territory early in the game, an Indiana lineman grabbed a loose ball in the air and got away for a score before the Rockets were aware of what had happened. l.ujhty-right Coach N. Kerr Thompson Coach William Storer Hooked Red Qla ie Coach Thompson in his twen-ty-cigth year at Slippery Rock, proved that he can still turn out good, hard-scrapping teams. A world of credit can rightfully be given Coach, and his assistant, Mr. William Storer. Coach not only was faced with a shortage of man-power, but injuries also hampered the Rockets in the opening games of the campaign. No matter what the difficulty. Coach Thompson showed the way for his gridmen by insisting on plenty of spirit and hard hit ting from his boys. A new addition to the football coaching staff this season was a Slippery Rock graduate, Coach “Bill” Storer. After proving himself as a coach and instructor at several district high schools, Coach Storer came to Slippery Rock and made some worth-while contributions to this year’s team. Mr. Storer was an expert defensive coach, and the Rockets demonstrated the results on the playing field. His specialty was fiery, pre-game pep talks which helped the boys realize the privilege they were enjoying in being able to represent their school and coaches on the field. Not only did the Rockets lose seven points on this play, but fullback, Paul Reardon, suffered a knee injury which kept him out of action for the rest of the season. The Rocket line offered stubborn resistance throughout the contest, but the Indiana jinx could not be overcome, and Slippery Rock came out 13 points behind. The home-coming game was another disappointment to the Rocket fans. The score of 19-0 did not begin to signify the margin of victory. It was anybody’s ball game” up to the last five minutes of play, when the Lock Haven advantage in reserves and weight began to tell on l the Slippery Rock team. Mid-way in the second quarter Lock Haven circled the S. R. right end, on a reverse good for a 45-yard touchdown run. In spite of the fact that the Slippery Rock line was outweighed twenty pounds to the man, they were continually spilling the Bald Eagles” for losses, slowing down their running attack considerably. Particularly outstanding were Howley, Hildebrand, Meise, Holpfer, McCormick, and Carey. In the backfield Graham and Menoher showed up well. Eighty-nine Carey Senior 173 pound center from Newcastle, Pa.—- Black Tom” was captain of this year’s ball club and one worthy of state-wide recognition. Menoher Senior 165 pound back from Pittsburgh, Pa.—If you think you can. you can. If you think you can’t, you’re right! This is a perfect example of Johnnies’ never say die spirit.” Cottrell Senior 165 pound back from Slippery Rock, Pa.— Kddie” was the best passer on the squad. He loved to fade back and hit the target. Holpfer Senior 180 pound right tackle from Coraopolis, Pa.— Mark” was converted from the backfield to the line and showed to be one of the rougher men on the team. Adams Senior 162 pound half-back from Slippery Rock, Pa.— Bruce ’ returned to the squad to make more than his share of contributions in playing ability and spirit. A'indy DeLonga Senior 182 pound end from Mt. Lebanon, Pa.— Ray” bad a kicking foot that was known by many lor miles around. Howley Senior 172 pound left tackle from Franklin, Pa.—Showed team spirit by moving from guard to left tackle post. When Squire” had his Irish up any opponent was in for a rough game. Weaver Junior 170 pound half-back from Brentwood, Pa.— Filvirie”, a climax runner, getting away for several long touchdown gallops when most needed. Meise Junior 170 pound left guard from Garrick, Pa.—A good interference man, never looks back, that’s Punch”—and when the dust clears away he is in on the tackle. McCormick Junior 170 pound left end from Washington. Pa.— Mac” knew how to open up the holes at tackle and also how to close them. iSinrly-onC DCTi Out j tOiic (tcrftleA- Slippery Rock 10 Westminster Opponents 0 0 Indiana 13 0 Lock Haven 19 13 Shippensburg 6 13 Grove City 0 26 Ed in boro 0 Below: Graham—Junior 163 pound back from Latrobc, Pa. Red” a smart general demon on defense. Tom made it tough for the opposition from his quarterback post. Ronieto—Junior 155 pound back from Tarentum, Pa. A fast and shifty back. Willie” made no apologies for his size. Reardon—Junior 170 pound fullback from Pittsburgh, Pa. Old Man Injury caught up to Paul during the second game of the season. He played a good game against Westminster. Hildebrand—Sophomore 168 pound right guard from Fcrndale, Pa. ' Sol demonstrated the fact that good things come in small packages. Green—Sophomore 170 pound left end from Aspinwall, Pa. Versatile performer being outstanding defensively, offensively, and a talented kicker. ' The Rockets gained their second victory at the expense of Shippcnsburg to the tune of 13-6. The first tally came early in the game when Shippcnsburg attempted a quick kick from the 21 yard stripe. The punt was blocked by McCormick, who recovered the ball on the 2 yard line. In the play following. Weaver took it over. Green's kick for the extra point was good. In the last quarter Weaver received a punt, and behind beautiful down-field blocking, got away for a 65 yard touchdown gallop. Defensively, McCormick and Mcisc did more than their share of stopping the opposition. Offensively, Weaver had a field day. This game proved the Rockets played as a unit, with few individual stars. Slippery Rock continued their winning ways, when they struggled through the mud to down Grove City 13-0. After a scoreless first half, Wright kicked out of bounds on the Grove City 4 yard line. Then Grove City attempted a hurried kick from behind their own goal line. The whole Slippery Rock team broke through on the play, and the ball went spinning straight upward. It came down into the waiting arms of Captain Carey for the touchdown. Wright plunged for the extra point. In the final quarter Wright kicked to the Grove City 24. On the succeeding play, a bad pass from center slid over the Grover goal line and was recovered by McCormick for the Rockets' second tally. Slippery Rock outclassed Edinboro 26-0. Menohcr scored early in the first period after a concentrated drive from the Edinboro 40. Midway through the second period Jim Brown drove over from the 10 yard line for the second Rocket score. After another sustained drive, Weaver went over from the I yard line, with only a few minutes of the third quarter gone. Edinboro took the kick-off, failed to gain and kicked to the Slippery Rock 30. Johnson carried the ball twice up to the 50, where Brown on an off tackle play broke away for a 50 yard touchdown run. With the finish of this game the Rockets closed their season. Left to righl: Bilo- wich. C rle� � . Perkin . Dutkin, W b «er. Bu-ko«r� ki. April 17, Slippery Rock opened a very successful golf season by drubbing Westminster 17-1, at the S. R. Country Club. However, the following Tuesday the Grove City Grovers” edged out the Rockets for their first defeat. In the return engagement the final tally showed both S. R. and G. C. with nine points. The Rockets’ only other defeat was suffered at the hands of the University of Pittsburgh. It seemed the weather man had little respect for collegiate golfing. Most of the games were played on wet, windy days, which made it necessary for Coach Cottrell to serve cocoa on the ninth green. TL-D BUKOWSKI Playing most of the way through a steady, driving downpour, over greens and fairways made treacherous and slippery, the Rockets retained poscssion of the team trophy, won a year ago at the Allegheny College Invitation Golf Tournament. Captained by Ted Bukowski, our golfers, including Dutkin, Carlcss, and Perkins, turned in their card reading 331, while Youngstown was second with 335, and Grove City next with 339. Alex (Chink) Dutkin, putting together a fine card of 38-36—74, despite the adverse weather conditions set himself up as the day’s medalist. r I.eft to rigl'l: Mixic. DeSue, Hoi Mein, M . cjIuxo. Cottrell. Stoner. VenvuA. After a severe thrashing in their first contest with Westminster to the tune of 8-1, the Rocket netsmen came back in the second encounter to tumble Clarion State Teachers College 5-2. For the remainder of the season Lady Luck smiled on S. R. only twice. However, some very close matches were turned in by Captain Stoner and Eddie Cottrell, playing the first two positions. Among the newcomers to the court this year were Senior Ernest DeSue and Fresh Regis Mixie. I DR. ELMER B. COTTRELL The little man who is always there. Now you sec him, now you don't. Expressions such as these arc the only way to describe the activities of Dr. Cottrell. Probably one of the busiest men on campus, Dr. Cottrell finds time for everything from directing the Health and Physical Education Department to a fast game of handball with one of the boys. Whenever and wherever he is wanted he is always on the spot. To the girls he is a fine fellow, and to the men he is a regular guy. iXirtcfy-foc l� l row: Held (Mgr.), Mnr� h.ill. Mcitc. Kci� «er. Carey, 0«� idy. Top row: Coach Fiichtr, McCormick. Denni«, Stewart. DeLonga, Lotte., Cooper. Dulkin. Hornickle, Sen real. Lewi (Mgr.), Transportation difficulties cut the track schedule short, but nothing hindered the time and abilities of the Slippery Rock men. With the driver’s scat turned over to Coach Fischer, the oval hummed with activity from early spring until the last meet. To Coach Fischer's call for candidates came 24 potentialities. Among them were such veterans as DeLonga, Carey, McCormick, Dutkin, Lottes, Marshall, and Russell. The freshics” made their bid to fame through 10 second man J. Cassidy, George Hornickcl, 440 star from Carrick, and F. Dennis, pole vaulter. The cindermen started off the season by dumping Fenn College and continued in the win column two weeks later when Westminster fell before these mighty men. The highlight of the season came at the Tri-State meet at Geneva College. The Slippery Rock thin-clads came in fifth out of ten teams entered. Individual medals went to Ray DeLonga, Bob McCormick, Jack Cassidy, and Frank Dennis. Nittftysix £ coe i Top row: Micaluw Lewi . Barlrtt. Bower. I.olic. Cwch Cornell. Middle row: Ne bil. Rebel. Minie. Heren. Nadrath. Manhall. Bottom row: Thompton, Bonefe� «e. Dunlap. Glenn. Cattidy. Although handicapped by a shortage of men and the loss of their coach, Mr. Dodds, to the Navy, the soccer team completed its schedule under the capable direction of Dr. Elmer Cottrell. After losing the opener to Buffalo S. T. C. the Rockets bounced back to defeat Allegheny 2-0. On their jaunt to Ohio the Green and White was outclassed by Obcrlin, result 2-0. Returning from Ohio the S. R. boys stopped just long enough in Pittsburgh to subdue hard-fighting Carnegie Tech by a 5-2 count. In their next two starts Grove City and Franklin and Marshall claimed S. R.’s scalp. On a mud drenched field Slippery Rock again dominated the Plaid of Carnegie Tech by a 1-0 score. The last game at Grove City again held us in check, and the Rockets suffered a 2-1 defeat. Seniors: Barlett, Hazen, Rebel, Carless, Ncsbit, Smith, and Welch finished up their soccer career at Slippery Rock. Slncty-sevfn 1 The Virgils, coached by Zanc Meixncr, and captained by Tom Carey, came through in a blaze of glory to capture the cage title of the intramural program. The Virgil hoopsters got off to a good start by winning their first game, but were stopped in their second encounter by the Junior Commandos. They finished out their schedule without another loss. Captain Tom Carey led the scoring parade for the club with 66 points, while Weaver was second with 48. In the play-off against the Cadets, Carless set the scoring pace for the Virgils with 10 points, while Schwille of the Cadets had 11. In the last two minutes of play Carless laid up a peep shot, and the game ended with the Virgils on the long end of a 31-28 score. Left (o right: Carey, Nnrli-tt. Nadrath, Cattidy. Ninety-eight ■V Always at the top of the popularity list in athletics stands basketball. As the intramural set-up was organized it centered around basketball, and the other sports were played from its schedule. Seven teams were entered. The Vir-gils, captained by Tom Carey; the Yearlings, piloted by John Bevington; the Snuffbucketcers, led by Jack Lottes; and the Junior Commandos, handled by Nad-rash. The K. P.’s, Cadets, and Supermen were run by Adams, Thompson and Bonefestc respectively. All teams were fairly matched and provided close games. The Supermen, organized by Bonefestc to prove that a good little team could be better than the six-footers, accomplished their purpose; while the Snuffbucketecrs, although not winning many games, accomplished their purpose by building character. All teams entered turned in some good scores and turned out some good teams. Sindy-nint Loft lo right: Wcavor. Lcwiv. Thompton. Vo-Ueqhall The volleyball tournament provided interesting and close competition among all contestants. In popularity it ranked next to basketball. It is one of those games in which the victory goes not only to the strong and brave team, but also to the smart. The calling of the army reserves kept volleyball out of the second semester schedule, but the play in gym classes kept it among the top rankers. At Slippery Rock swimming has always been a top ranker, and this year was no exception. With such mermen back as Scnecal, Reardon, Meise, and Ashcom, and such promising freshmen as Messmer and Fitzgibbons, Doc Cottrell was in seventh heaven. When the season was cut Doe” still wanted his feet in the clouds, so lie opened the pool three nights a week for use of all men students, and the boys continued to work out for their own personal enjoyment. The gym team’s schedule may have been discontinued, but the interest was not. Bars, horses, springboards, and mats may be found almost any afternoon in the West Gym. One of the most timely and beneficial additions to the gymnastic program was the introduction of an indcor obstacle course. The course, set up by the coaches, tests endurance, speed, skill, and coordination. lacimwiem Although badminton cannot be classified as one of the rougher sports, it certainly doesn't appeal to a lazy person. Much skill and a maximum amount of endurance are necessary to master the racket and bird, as shown by the couples in the spring tournament. When varsity team sports left, individual athletics came in the window. Among the most outstanding of these is ping pong, a game for the weaker sex as well as the men. It is always a battle to get a table whether in the hut or in the gym. A good eye, an abundance of patience, and an even temper arc the qualifications for an ace kcggler. A look at the score sheet shows both Bill Messmcr and Dick Nadrash to have their share of all three. (Bowling has long been a favorite with all S. R. students.) Aciicm Due to the absence of varsity Basketball, Swimming, and Gym Team, the coaches in collaboration with a committee of students rallied to the colors and came through with an entirely new and extensive intramural program. Many new sports were added, and the student government gave out appropriations for new equipment and officials. Coaches Storer and Thompson agreed to handle the entire program. One hundred one Jiandkall Although not a new comer, long neglected handball has become a favorite with most of the fellows. On the court in the West Gym you sec some of the best, and also some of the screwiest handball playing. Such combinations as Dennis and Meisc provided a good many laughs as well as a good many thrills. Not to be outdone by the students, the faculty also boasts a champion in Doc Cottrell. When the extensive intramural program was introduced, boxing was mentioned. However, it was never officially entered on the schedule. This did not cause the boys to lose their interest, and the unsupervised massacres, along with the formal training in gym, developed the men’s fistic abilities. Although no Joe Louis’s or Billy Conn’s’ were turned out we did discover some talent. The Frosh, toughened by Coach Thompson’s classes, were probably the most outstanding and could throw the leather as well as receive it. Wnelilmcj, Grapplers galore! Another contest not on the intramural roster, but with plenty of participants in wrestling. Because of the war. the recent trend has been toward individual competition, and the Slippery Rock men aren’t going to be caught napping. When these boys grunt and groan’’ it is because there is a good reason, not for the benefit of the audience. Collegiate wrestling rules arc observed, and the main object is to pin your opponent, not to kill him. Coach Storcr’s Sophomores are often pretty well bent up from the playful pastime. Women '4, AUiieiicoi Miss Katherine Allen Milt Hltnira Compton Summer and Winter arc here represented by Miss Katherine Allen and Miss Elmira Compton, faculty members of the Health Education department. Cleopatra had Mark Anthony, Edgar Bergen has Charley McCarthy and Compic has Scamper—mascot of all the girls. Miss Allen also has a pet—DufTcy—otherwise known as the walking key ring.” The students arc very glad that the faculty upheaval on our campus has not, as yet, deprived us of either Miss Allen or Miss Compton. Eighty-eight lengths! That sounded like the distance around the world when we first started into our swimming course. However, after that test was passed we had so much confidence that we were sure the English Channel would be a snap—even with Hitler bombing it. Fundamentals and Life Saving are not the only things that are taught. Stunts, diving, teaching techniques, and formation swimming arc also included. Instruction is given to all the girls Monday afternoons and Wednesday nights. ccMealtk Zducaikm Q(aU Pep! Ability! Enthusiasm! . . . three adjectives which ably describe the Senior Health Education girls. They have participated in many sports and have done a pretty smooth job of it too. Four years undefeated in hockey is something to crow about. This was accomplished because they knew that teamwork” meant working together. All for one . . . one for all. Archery, swimming, golf . . . they enjoyed them all and many more. If they carry this same fine spirit into their teaching, what a happy well-trained group of citizens we will have in succeeding generations. Chance Q'lowp, Blithely traveling around and across the gym floor, a small group of girls may be found every I uesday afternoon at four o’clock rigorously trying to keep to the strains of a lively air being played on the piano. Above all this can be heard Miss Katherine Allen’s voice giving such directions as 'step . . . step-glide”, ’'skip to the music”, swing your partner and allemandc right”, and many other commands. The group thus far has tried some National Dances and American Ballads . . . these numbers directed by Miss Allen have been used for the performance of the High School Fiesta and P. I. A. affairs. I he club is planning to give a program for the College Assembly. In this group the fundamentals of dancing are learned and the body is involved in wholesome activity, creating an alertness and grace which is carried over into other activities and modes of everyday life. Apparatus today, Kids, wonder what we will do?” That question was asked throughout the year, for we found apparatus and mat work was felt for days afterward. A favorite part of mat work was tumbling. Was this because the big and little girls found a place? fiadmlntan Badminton is one game which has not gained as much prominence with our girls as have the larger seasoned sports. Since racquets, birds, .tnd courts arc furnished, maybe we will find time to squeeze in a badminton tournament between the larger sports. I Onr hundrtd four Volleyball After the disappointment of the hockey season, the girls eagerly turned to the volleyball tournament. The class teams were played with the Seniors winning again. Next the Green and White teams were chosen. Members of these teams were: Wainwright.Balinski,Hughes, Reed, Horner, Reibel, Markcl, Foss, Duff, Cooper, Ncvin, Smith, Malone, Trondle, Martin, Powell. Lesc-sak, Ceryak, O’Hara, Disnoff; and the managers were Lowry and Long. I fladJeeilall Basketball swished in this season in the usual enthusiastic way. The first part of the tournament ended with the Rinsos defeating the Ivory Flakes. These girls were not taking in washings—merely seeing who could sink the most goals in the baskets. Class games followed with the F’reshmen coming through in first place. Green and White teams were chosen next and had as their players: Wainwright, Lesc-sak, Oblinski, Market, Reibel, Diznoff. Trondle, Ncvin, McCord, Horner, Ceryak, Foss, Clever, Martin, Hughes, Westlake, Thompson, Balinski, Neal, and Duff. cModzey What happened to our Hockey this season? After waiting a long time to have the field put in condition, everyone picked up her subdued enthusiasm and started to play. Waacs, Whams, Waves, Wafs, Wrens—all the girls enlisted, and the final game resulted in the Whams defeating the Waves. These games were quickly ended, however, for the weather man put his thumbs down on hockey for this season. Onr hunJrtJ five fLxr Millie and Cotty: Well!!! . . . Going my way?? Thanks a heap, some other time??? Faithful forever”. Eleanor and Rick: The wondering mind . . . momentarily confused . . . Mother, I’ve found him!” . . . Can’t get out of this mood.” Marion and Rat: No appetite . . . (Later) simply starved!! . . . Two tickets, please,” . . . Double Feature! One )until red six bsieom Abated, Ill Eternal triangle . . . coke, bridge, and girls . . . Stoogcnts . . . June, Jesse, and Gini . . . Gummy on the job . . . Get a load of that hat . . . Down and down she goes . . . Senior smiles . . . Lovely to look at . . . In from a date . . . alone!!! . . . Out for an airing . . . Don’t we look cute?? . . . the best of friends . . . drink to the foam . . .dirty seven minus two . . . steady twosome . . . Frosh romance . . . Blowing off steam . . . Roddy and Deedie . . . Parting is such sweet sorrow! One hundred seven ★ ★ ★ Ite. £ a jle Pnintesuf. fiutle i, Pesuta. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Pontiac Pngraving and Plectrotype Company Cl licago, Illinois ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ One hundred nine AcJ m Wiie(l nenti 7he f9U3 Saxiqena tajj. wi-ihed to act-nouxled e ltd appreciation lor ail the help fiven hu the faUaw-itup- Following the wish of the 1942 Saxigena we are repeating the aerial view of the campus with the hope that it will become a tradition to have this scene in all of the books which are to follow. PONTIAC ENGRAVING COMPANY Mr. Russ Snyder THE SEAVY STUDIO Mr. Glenn C. Carpenter THE EAGLE PRINTERY Miss E. J. Borland Mr. George I. Woner S. K. SMITH COMPANY Mr. R. H. Baker DR. P. H. NICHOLS DR. R. A. WALDRON MR. G. T. MILLER MISS FRANCES L. WILSON (May we thank you for the In Memoriam write-up of Mr. Sheehy) MR. JAMES A. HOWLEY (May we thank you for the In Memoriam write-up of Mike Klimenko) MR. RAYMOND DELONGA AND MISS GAYLE MARBLE