Strong Vincent High School - Spokesman Yearbook (Erie, PA)

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John Ramsay Brown-University of Pittsburgh, New England Conservatory. Band, Orchestra. George J. Yochim-BS. lidinboro State Teachers College, Indiana State Teachers College. Brass Choir, The members of the orchestra have formed a symphony in miniature Whose varied programs rival those of many larger and more experienced groups. During the second period, the sixty- three members learn greater appreciation of fine music and at the same time learn to produce pleasing harmonies. The majority of those who are selected to play in the instrumental section of student sponsored auditorium programs are out- standing members of the orchestra. This group gives frequent full length assembly programs where the prolonged applause of an appreciative audience is ample reward for their untiring efforts. Eagerly awaited high lights in our musical season are the winter and spring concerts which are annually presented by the orchestra and band for the purpose of showing the hard earned ac- complishments to parents and students. The Brass Choir, an organization which has recently celebrated its first anniversary, has every reason to be proud of its overwhelming accomplish- ments. Unselfishly relinquishing their vacations, these girls met four times each week during the summer months to prepare themselves for the prospective football season. This was an astound- ing task, for the majority of the girls had never played any sort of an instrument and none of them had ever played in a large group. During the first week of school, the members of the Brass Choir practiced for many long hours until they could march Well enough to play for the first game. When this group of forty seven marched into the stadium, the spectators were pleasantly surprised by their unparalleled playing and march- ing. This past winter they have played in many neighboring high schools and are now planning to take many longer trips. The fact that they have earned every penny of the money to pay for their uniforms is in itself astonishing. For those who wish to join this organization, a beginners class is being conducted. ORCHESTRA--Row 1: Connell, Simer, Y., Manning. Hoppe, Morehouse, Hicks, Simon. Row 2: Selden. Loboudgcr, Steinfurth, Dunlap, Kingsbury, Gutentag, Camp, Shahacker, Nelson, Lund, Sufana, Brebner, Hutchins, Klahr, Sirnonian, Sullivan. Row 3: Griewahn, Howe, Saint, Harabedian, Nagle, Kahn, Gross, Kirkland, Way, Holland, Kohn, Perry, Minnig, Carideo, Mack, IC., Nathal, Wagner, Calvert, Sirner, E. Row 44Left: Mack, R., Hoornstra, Clanton. Klapthor. Row 4-Right: Pc-terman, Whitney, Murphy, Xenias, Gerbracht, H. Row 5-Standing: Woodbridge, Chiarizio, Schaper, Gerhracht, E., Schneider, Strand, Waller.

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BAND4Seated: BOlll'llt F. tirbhardt. Bliley, Anderson. Fronzaglia. D'Agostina, lVlook, Marschka. Nelson, Lund. Sperry. Allen. Mercier. Grad. Ennis. Nielson. Jones. Row 2: Wleigler, Drum Major: DiAug:ustine, Richardson. ll.. Lucas. Franklin, Loesch. Mead. R.. Zurn. J.. NleCarthy. P.. Crooms, Nagle. Nicmi. Mehl. Kuntz. Taylor. McNeil. Klapthor. Clanton. Gerbracht. Ulrich. Row 3: DiSanti. Eaton. tlutentag, lylaek. Quay. Stoeber. Beekman. Sult. Nodes. Miller, D.. Klahr. Row 4: Hogenmiller, llced, Holly. Chiarizio. Woodbridge, Carnes. Shapter. Sclmst4'r, Hetico, ll.. Wlillis, Gross, Zurn, F., Mackey. Row 5: Waller, Harvey, Hewitt.. Dlusic for cz ' gee! When the band, in their smart red and black uniforms, parades down the field before the foot- ball or track enthusiasts who crowd the stadium, each heart loyal to Kim-ent beats a little faster. As the Colonels go marching along, the spirit of cooperation which has became a symbol of our school is brought to the attention ol' all. Behind this impressive array are many hours of hard and diligent. practice. The tiring hours ol' drilling were lightened by the example set by a new band member, our snappy drum majorette. During the band's two day trip to Hamilton, Ontario, the honor and prestige of Strong Vincent High School was greatly increased by their splendid showing. Three of the bands members have won the highest possible honors for themselves and for their school by earning a lirst place in the all state musical linals. The band, an organization that, is rapidly growing in size and importance, offers a splendid opportunity to any boy who plays an instrument. U S BRASS CHOIR--Row 1: Color Guards: Sutton, Brennan, lVliller, lVl .3 Drummers: Sehlossman, Wagner. .l.. Sullixan. Whiting. Clemens: Drum Major: Ilurn. liow 2: lirothcrson, Wleiss, lick- lund, lt., Gres-nlund, Byrd. liehnke. Carey, Daxis, Eaton. Griewahn. strom. Stuckc. Hunter. Sm-ihctta. Gillespie. Dean. P.. Smith. Turner, linnis. lion 1-: Coburn, Dean. Svlmcidcr. Siegel, Nlillcr, Cooltv, Erskine. Yyagricr rado. Behringer, Devine, Ilalt., Searles. Twerlly-Iwo Row 3: Simmons. Sand- Nl., Mcl.allen. Mm-- Donuld, Kinney, liutta. P., tlross. VVillis. Row 5: lt..l5oyn-1-. Bourne. Cor-

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The aew Who Help the lpfcuuf IWAINTENANCE STAFF, MEN: Time out for the busy men who take care of our huildingg Seated: Mr. Benner, Mr. Foy, Mr. Mike Miller. Standing: Mr. Boehr, Mr. Fisher. MAINTENANCE STAFF, WOMEN: Mrs. Annabel,' Miller lines up her helpers for inspection: Mrs. Starks, Mrs. Hruska, Miss Mae Haas, Mrs. Irish. Mrs. Allen, Mrs. Mary Miller. CAFETERIA STAFF: Ready and waiting for thc hungry horde of the first lunch periodg Mrs. Blythe, Mrs.XWalzack, Mrs. Butler, Mrs. Heisler, Mrs. Measel, Qsubstituting for Mrs. Sipplej Miss May, Mrs. Orton, Mrs. Searles, Mrs. Kern. Behind the scenes of daily school life stands a small band whose services to those who use this building are inestimable. The wheels of Vincent move smoothly due to tl1e untiring efforts of the maintenance staff. Always willing to do what- ever task is asked of them, they are a major part of the spirit of cooperation that is so prevalent in our school. Mr. Foy, who is a stationary engineer, heads the entire maintenance staff. Under his com- petent guidance, a crew of four men work the year round to keep Strong Vincent in admirable working order. In addition to their outdoor tasks of keeping the lawns, the walks, and the athletic field in praiseworthy condition, they quickly and efficiently perform any and all work which falls to them. Whether it be changing a light bulb high above the auditorium, braving the blustery winds of winter to clear the walks of snow, or any of a thousand other essential duties, these men are ever ready to do their work well without a thought of praise. Mrs. Miller, affectionately known as UAnna- beli' by every student and teacher in Strong Vincent, capably heads the janitresses. These women industriously fulfil the seemingly endless tasks of keeping so large a building clean and healthful for those who use it. Each and every day, the whole building is given a thorough cleansing and no stray corner is ever left untouched. In anticipation of the fall term, these ladies spend the long hot months of summer cleaning the building and making it almost as fresh as when it was new. Eat, Drink, and Be Merry! For an hour each day, the doors of our cafeteria are opened widely in welcome to scores of hungry students. Again and again long lines of eager scholars miraculously disappear as their trays are generously filled with savoury dishes prepared by Mrs. Blythe and her well strained staff. Since early in the morning, those behind the scenes have been hard at work preparing food enough to satisfy a thousand robust appetites. During the seven lunch periods, a small band of students enthusiastically help with the general tasks. The wholehearted support of the student body is a reward for a task well done. Twenlyfour