West View High School - Westvian Yearbook (West View, PA)

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GEORGE FREDERICK ASCHE- Ash could usually be found flat on his back, investigating the mechanism of a car. The 3:15 bell was always welcome to George, for he had an un- accountable aversion to teachers. H-Y 4. RUTH FRANCES BARKUS-With a devilish gleam in her eye, Ruthie saw to it that there was never a dull moment. She is especially talented in Journalism and will go far in that field. West Wind 4. MILDRED D. BATISTA-Ever smiling Millie put class after class in stitches with her witty cracks and giggles. Mystery programs rated high with Millie, and she was an avid fan of the t'Wildcats. Y-Teen 3, Chorus 3, 4, G. A. A. 4, Girls Chorus 4. ROBERT T. BAUMAN-A friendly fellow, Bob's favorite sport was wrestling. We hope the sun will dance on his farm of the future. Wrestling 3, 4. SARAH SUE BEALL-Sue has been one of West View's favor- ites for the past four years. As secretary of her class for the last three years, she performed her duties perfectly. Her large list of activities proved how busy she was. Library Club l, 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 2, Vice President 3, Y-Teen 3, 4, Chorus 4, Class Secretary 2, 3, 4: Sigma Phi Sigma 2, 3, 4, West Wind 4, Westvian 3, 47 Speech Club 2, 3, Latin Club 2. ANN LYN BECKER-Known to all as Becky, she did much to boost school spirit as a cheerleader and as president of our pep club. We wish happiness and success for her future. Chorus l, 3, 4, Girls Chorus 3, 4, West VV'1nd 4, Speech Club 2, 3, 4, Vice Presl- dent 4, N. F. L. 2, 3, 4, Sigma Phi Sigma 2, 3, 4, President 4, Cheerleading 4, Y-Teen 3, 4, Westvian 3, 4, Chapel Choir 4. ROBERT BELLES-A quiet lad and wonderful person to know was Bob. When not enjoying Mr. Smith's English class, he was often playing baseball. Latin Club l, Chorus 1. MARY ELIZABETH BENSON-HBense is a gal with plenty of pep, for whizzing around the roller rink was tops with her. She is a snappy twirler in the Ross Township Cadettes. Mary disliked history but liked the many friends that she made. Y-Teen 3, 4, G. A. A, 4, Girls Chorus 4, DORIS BETZ-Laughing, brown-eyed Bets was always up to something devilish. She was an enthusiastic rooter at the foot- ball games. Doris was a devotee of the silver screen. We are sure she will have a successful future. Y-Teen 3, 4, West Wind 4, G. A. A. 4, Sigma Phi Sigma 4, Westvian 4. CLAIR J. BLACK-One of those hard-working wrestlers, Blackie was forever trying to lose weight. He showed quite a flair for algebra and was a whiz at selling magazines in our campaign. Wrestling 2, 3, 4, Student Council 4, Hx-Y 4, Athletic Association 3, 4. IDA MAE BLOOM-Ida Mae was a quiet lassie and very handy with a needle. None of this bebop music for her, she liked semi-classical much better. Ida did well on the gym floor also. G. A. A, 3, 4, F. H. A. 3, 4, ELIZABETH ANN BOVILL-The band liked Betty, and Betty liked the band. Never will we forget what a wonderful job she did as librarian. Her bubbling enthusiasm was seen at every football game. Orchestra 3, 4, Band Librarian 4, Sigma Phi Sigma 4, 'Westvian 4. 19

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Class Oiiicers First Row-Stuar: Vfarn , lr Caruso, Gene Miller. Second RDWJMISS Grab, Lois Welx- el, Sue Beall, Miss Rucker, CLAIRE AITKENHEAD-When she wasn't riding horses, Claire was busy drawing posters for our Alma Mater. Her blue eyes and golden hair will entrance the cowpokes when she leaves these parts for her beloved West. Westvian 3, 4, West Wind 3, 4, Sigma Phi Sigma 3, 4, Art Club 3, Class Play 3, Y-Teen 3. THANE R. AMANN-Tall, blond, and handsome, he was keenly interested in football and the gang. Thane started many a feminine heart to flutter with his amiable grin and blue eyes. Football 2, 3, 4, Hi-Y 3, 4. AUDREY ANTON-No one in West View was liked more than this efficient, even-tempered miss. Audrey was sure to make a success of everything she attempted. Music and sports oc- cupied a lot of her time. Sigma Phi Sigma 3, 4, Y-Teen 3, 4, G. A. A. 3, Executive Council 3, -1, Westvian 3, 4, Girls Chorus 3, 4, Chorus 4. THELMA APPEL-Thelma's pleasant personality and pretty smile will make some boss a charming secretary. She was out- standing in commercial work, loved music and voice class. Chorus 3, 4, Girls Chorus 3, 4, Y-Teen 3, Westvian 3, 4, Sigma Phi Sigma 4, Chapel Choir 4, Mikado 3, Class Play 3. MIRIAM LOUISE ARCHER-Carefree, laughing Mimi always had an admirer. Her wonderful sense of humor and ever- present smile made her popular with everyone. Sigma Phi Sigma 2, 3, 4, Library Club l, 2, 3, 4, Y-Teen 3, 4, West Wind 4, Wesvian 3, 4, Chorus 3, 4, Girls Chorus 3, 4, Speech Club 2, N. F. L. Z, Latin Club 2. WILLIAM CHARLES ARMSTRONG-Fight team fight! A cry never to be forgotten as f'Big Bill cheered our team to vic- tory on the football field. His classroom antics will never be forgotten. Wrestling 2, 3, 4, Football 1, Hi-Y 4, Student Council 4, 18

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H ' li V ,pw MARJORIE ANN BRANNEY-Bright, cheery, and always smiling, Margie really added something to the line of cheer- leaders. Sports and dancing always came first in Margie's life. Cheerleading 3, 4, Sigma Phi Sigma 2, 3, 4. Chorus lg Girls Chorus 2, 45 Y-Teen 4. NANCY BRAUNLICH-Stunning is the word to describe our Nanc. Her stylish appearance is sure to make her a successful model. Always willing to lend a helping hand, she proved to be a faithful friend. Y-Teen 47 Westvian 4, F. H. A. 4, Sigma Phi Sigma 3. RICHARD K. BRETHAUER-Dick was a quiet, pleasant fellow with a knack for woodworking and making friends. Athletics interested him also-baseball and hockey in particular. Dick had very few pet peeves. We know he will have a successful uture. ANNE BRISKEY-Striving for success in the business world is Anne's foremost ambition. Besides roaming the typewriter, her dainty fingers find relaxation in playing the piano. Y-Teen 4, Chorus 47 Chapel Choir 45 'Westvian 4, Vlest Wind 4, Girls chorus 4. RAYMOND J. BRISKI-A happy easy-going fellow, Ray's am- bition was to discover a 'tloot containing a motorcycle. We hope his dream comes true. 'Nrestling 3, 45 Hi-Y 4. PAUL M. BRYCE-Witty i'Pablo was a favorite of all. He liked to answer the call of the wild by going hunting or camp- ing. Paul was an expert in Spanish and a t'whiz at history. Radio Club 3, 45 Hi-Y 4. JOSEPH J. BULLICK-Likeable, easy-going Joe was always on hand with a joke or a grin. Baseball, for which all those muscles made him a natural, was his first loveg traveling ran a close second. Baseball 4. . JAMES H. BURKE-Blue eyes and a devilish grin make Jim a friend to all. The gals really went for him, but his interests were in the wrestling team. i 'Wrestling 2, 3, 4, Hi-Y 4, Executive Council 4. JOAN ELIZABETH BURNHAM-Darling and dynamic are two words that fit active little Miss Burnham to a HT. It's rumor- ed that after graduation Joan will be lending her talents to the Nursing Profession. Good luck to her. Library Club l, 2, 3, 47 YfTeen 3, 4, Vice President 4, Latin Club 2, 3: Girls Chorus 2, 45 Sigma Phi Sigma l, 2, 37 Westvian 47 West Wind 35 G. A. A. 1, 2. RICHARD HARBISON CADUGAN-With a mixture of sincerity and fun, Dick was an Indian to be proud of. He worked hard to get those antics down 'ipatf' After football season, he was a mat lover? Football l, 2, 37 Hi-Y 47 Wrestling l, 3, 4, West View Indian 4, Athletic Association l, 2, 3, 4, Sigma Phi Sigma 4. ' JIM CHARLES-Jim didn't particularly like school, but he did like art. As a member of the art club, he had an opportunity to express himself artistically. Basketball lg Rifle Club 1, 2, Hi-Y 3, 47 Chorus 4, Chapel Choir 4, Latin Club 2, Art Club 3, 4. HOWARD COLE-One of those hard-working stage crew boys, Bud was always in demand. During season, wrestling kept him busy, but at other times motorcycling was his favorite activity. Wrestling 1, 2, 3, 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, Athletic Association 3, 4, Student Council 3: Stage Crew 3, 4. 20