Abington High School - Oracle Yearbook (Abington, PA)

Page 19 text:

GEORGE B DETWILER From the nigged hills of North Glenside, a Freshman timidly approached Abington High School in 19-20. He soon became popular with his classmates and they gave him the honor of leading the class. He made such a good job of it that they again handed him the steering wheel. Iii his third year he branched out into the athletic world and won a position on the track team, which he held his Senior year also. George is cpiite an actor and in his plays cpiite the ladies’ man, having been married off several times, once in “The Mistletoe Bough,” and again in “The Romancers.” He was pretty consistent though, as he married the same girl both times. George works very conscientiously at his studies. George’s favorite type of English is letter-writing. “.1 mans man” MARION GILBERT DOLTON Marion entered from Feasterville High School. We thank you. Mr. Feasterville! Our most prominent recollection of Marion is in French class. No, she wasn’t the “dummy,” she was the brains! We don’t like to say that teachers have pets, but if they do, a girl like Marion is a fine choice! She is steady and trustworthy, in all things. We would recommend her anywhere as a good loyal friend. She assisted the Seniors on the Oracle Staff. Whatever she did, we can rest assured that it was done wisely and well! A friend in need. Is a friend indeed ” 1)ETTY Zuzu LOIS MARGARET DOUGHERTY They say that beauty and brains never go together, but here is the exception which proves the rule. The faculty will vouch for the brains; the students, the beauty. Do you ask for some proofs of Margaret’s versatility? Her organization membership list includes the Glee, Tennis, Swimming and Writers’ Clubs, and the Debating Team. Her executive ability is shown by the fact that she has been Vice-President of the Glee Club. Secretary of the Athletic Association, and Vice-President of her class. Her dramatic surprises have ranged from Mother Goose in “The Wishing Ring,” Elizabeth in “The Editors at Home.” Gladys Terrill in “A Journey’s End.” the Mother in “What They Think,” to her final triumph as Tillie in “A Mennonite Maid.” We have saved the best until the last. Without Margaret’s unfailing conscientious work what would have happened t o“Our Oracle”? She was rightlyEditor-in-Chief. Of course, Margaret’s human. If you don’t believe it, ask anyone at Abington from the most dignified Senior to the most inglorious Freshman. They all know her, especially from- her prominence on the Honor Roll. No, such a paragon does not have a terrible temper. At least, we haven’t felt it yet. “ They call her fair. I do not know. never thought to look. 117 0 heeds the binder's costliest show When he may read the book?” J 15 f=- Peaches

Page 18 text:

ROBERT II. COTTOM Biggy is a man of all sports. lie lias twice been a four-letter man. He excels in football, track, basketball and baseball. He is one who is never lost on the field or floor, always towering above all others. Biggy was stage manager for “The Raven, ’ “The Amazons,” and “Martha.” If a strong or very tall person were needed, Biggy was called. I wonder what the candy counter will do next year without his efficiency and cheerfulness? Whenever a particular difficulty was to be overcome, he was “Johnny on the spot,” and best of all he always came “Smilin’ Thru.’” “Happy am I; from care I'm free. Why aren't they all contented like me? A. ELIZABETH CRIDLAND One bright day four years ago, Elizabeth, tiring of McKinley came to Abington and promptly endeared herself to ali by her sweet naturalness. She has distinguished herself for excellent scholarship, cultivating a quaint little habit of appearing cpiite regularly on the Honor Roll. She has taken an active part in many organizations—the (dec Club, Press Club, Writers’ Club, and the Tennis Club. Last, but not least, she is chief typist for “Our Oracle.” Then too, remember her as Weezy in the Senior play? No, Elizabeth is not a “goody-goody.” The English Department has more than once silenced, temporarily, this sunny personality! “And those that paint her truest praise her most. Biggy Betty EDITH MURRAY DABNEY Four score and— No, not four score, just four years ago— I’m sorry I was just a little mixed up. Well, four years ago Edith entered from the Willow Grove Grammar School. As a Junior and Senior she has been a member of the (ilee Club. Is she good in track? I’ll say! She certainly showed spirit the way she entered into girls’ track this year. And you should see her sometimes at noon! Where did you learn to dance, Edith? “ Come and trip it as you o. On the light fantastic toe. Bunny 4 14

Page 20 text:

ALFRED COX EASTWOOD “Came from Weldon Grammar School,” and we are glad lie did! Alfred belonged to the Roys’ Glee Club, and the Latin Club, and took part in a Latin play. In Alfred’s statistics, he notes that he attended a Latin banquet, and further on he says his hobby is eating. Well, if one cats in proportion to one’s size, we pity the cooks of the banquet, for Alfred is a six-footer. That is far from being against him, for the girls do like them tall! He is steady and easy going. We hope he will soon have his “store” that we may call around. “And here's a ready hand to fly the needful tool And skilled enough, by lessons rough in Nature's rugged school! ” F. sty LOUISE L. EDWARDS In September, 1920. Louise came to Abington from the Park School. Louise is quiet. She has for hobbies piano playing, sewing, and reading. I am told that when she is not occupied with lessons or one of her hobbies she amuses herself in arguing, much to the annoyance of her sister. Louise, why didn’t you come out for debating? “ Louise, like all good women, has arguments of her own. Lor GREGORY JAMES EGNER Weldon has another famous member on the list! Let me introduce our football captain, who also featured as center on the all-suburban team. But football is not his only activity for he has belonged to the track team and taken parts in “The Wishing Ring,” “Love Pirates of Hawaii,” and “The Journey’s End Greg says that one of his hobbies is eating. Ah, beware, Greg, “nobody loves a fat man.” He also tells us that sleep is essential to his welfare. Happy-go-lucky ought to be Greg’s middle name. Greg does not tell us his third hobby. Do the girls like him? They don’t miss it. “One who never turns his back but walks breast forward. Agates -4 1G