Abington High School - Oracle Yearbook (Abington, PA)

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 V 4 (THE ORACLE} 4 Grace GRACE ANNA FINNEY Where shall we l egin? Anywhere, we might say, because there seems to l e not one thing that Grace cannot do. Southampton High certainly was the loser when she came to Abington, two years ago. First, she is musical, being a member of the Choir ami Glee Club and violinist in the Orchestra. Rememlter the girl who played the piano in Assembly? That was Grace. She can write! We all know her as a member of the Abingtonian and Year Hook Staffs and don’t forget that Grace won the medal for the best Lincoln essay. Then, again, Grace was captain of the Negative Championship Debating Team. And who could forget her as Aunt Abbv in the Senior Flay? Resides all this, she has had time to join the Latin, French, Internos and Math. Clubs. Last, of course, Grace in one of the honor students at Commencement. By the way, how do vou like Grace's new bob? Good looking, isn't it? “ Three years she grew in sun and shower, Then Nature said, a lovelier flower On earth was never sown. ” RITH ELIZABETH FOWLER We all know Fat, that “red-headed gal,’’ with the eternal green dress, always on the job, with a smiling face and a helping hand. We're glad West Fhiladelphia High sent her to us in 1924. How can we forget how well she played the awkward part of Ethel Boke in “Seventeen”? The clubs that claim her membership are Dramatic, Tennis, Reading. Spanish, Hockey and—don’t forget, the Glee Club. Even though you couldn’t see her in the Senior Flay, she worked mighty hard as a prompter. Pat is a faithful worker on the Year Book Staff. Pat’s chief delight is in helping others to have a good time, while she is having one herself. “Ah that sueh sweet things should be fleet. Such fleet things sweet! Ritii RI TH MARIE FREEMAN Who is this petite one with the smiling brown eyes? You must rememl er Ruth who proved herself so capable an actress in the Senior Play. Ruth is another one of our class song-birds. She has shown her ability as a singer in the chorus of “The Firates of Penzance,” and has been a member of the Glee Club for three years. 'Hie Art. Latin, and Internos Clubs claim her membership and she also capably fills the position of vice-president of the Dramatic Club and secretary of the French Club. Ruth always accomplishes what she sets out to do as is shown by her appearance on the Honor Roll and the Commencement list. Sometimes it is said that one must make a noise to l e recognized. Ruth, quiet, reserved, ertainly proves the exception to the rule. “A witty woman is a treasure, a witty beauty is a power. 4 24

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THE ORACLE RITH TOMLINSON DOLTON L K k what Southampton sent us this time, a blue-eyed, smiling girl who won a place in the hearts of many Abing-tonians. Ruth immediately caught the school spirit and joined the Dramatic Club. As a Senior, she found many ways to use her ability. The French, Glee, Latin, and Library Clubs had her staunch support. Did you see the Senior champions playing interclass basketball.'' Well Ruth was doing her share as a | eppy little forward. She also represented Abington in the spelling contest at Peirce School. Altogether, Ruth is a sweet and lovely girl, always ready to help her classmates! “ The soul's calm sunshine and the heartfelt joy. Rithie Mam MARION ELIZABETH ENGARD Where does she spend most of her time? Ship Bottom! Philadelphia High School for Girls claimed Mam before she entered Abington in her Sophomore year. She stepped right into the swing by joining the Latin. Hiking, Reading, Library and Dramatic Clubs. For two years, she was also a very ardent worker in the Library. She likes to have a little argument now and again; yet she can always say, “All right, you win.” “ A countenance in which did meet Suret records, promises as sweet. JOHN HERBERT ERVIN, JR. He’s that tall, shy fellow we see making his way quietly from room to room, our own Herb who came to us from Abington Grammar School in 1923. Herbert is an active member of Math., Latin, Dramatic, Radio and Spanish Clubs. He is very, very shy, if he is a track man. The most tantalizing blush spreads over his face when a girl even speaks to him. Where Al Hellwig is. Herb is sure to be also. The two are real buddies. “So much is a man icorth as he esteems himself. Herb =4 23 } •

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 (THE ORACLET REGINA OTAVIA GALLAGHER Jean stepped from Abington Grammar in 19211 into the mysterious labyrinth of Abington High. She immediately l ecame known as the little girl with the pretty blue eyes—• she uses them to advantage, too! She possesses quiet dignity and a gracious attitude. The wisdom stored in that bobbed head is amazing as she has proved by placing on the Honor Roll. Jean has also been a member of the Spanish, Commercial, Basketball, Hockey, Tennis and Reading Clubs, being secretary of the latter club in her Sophomore year and treasurer in her Senior year. Jean shows quite a taste for athletics, l eing a loyal basketball and hockey player. She is also one of the leading members of the (ilee Club. Her sweet voice was heard in “The Pirates of Penzance and “Princess Chrysanthemum.” Say something nice and watch Jean blush! “ Sweety grave aspect.” GEORGE W. GETC TIES He crossed the Delaware from the New Jersey shore to enter A. II. S., proceeding to join the Latin, Art, Spanish, Press, Dramatic and Glee Clubs, and taking part in “The Pirates of Penzance and “Princess Chrysanthemum.” His other dramatic accomplishment was his portrayal of Mr. Parcher in “Seventeen” while he acted behind the scenes as stage manager for the Senior Play. He has l een interested in class basketball, baseball and football, making the position of tackle on the Varsity in his Senior year and playing on the baseball team. George showed his capability in other lines by being a sports editor of the Abing-tonian, a meml er of the Year Book Staff and secretary of the Boys’ Council. To cap the climax, he is a peppy cheerleader. Last but not least—Oh, well, ask the ladies! “ A little irork. a little play— To keep us going—and so— Good-day. ” MARTHA ELLEN GEUTHER Martha didn’t join our ranks until Septemljer, 192.5. We don’t exactly begrudge West Philly those first two years but we do wish that she had come to Abington sooner. Before long. Martha was in the Glee (Tub, the French Club and the Choir. She also played interclass basketball. Martha had a hidden talent, a rich soprano voice which we didn't discover until we heard her as the Juggler Maid in the Operetta. What a pleasure it is that Martha can go singing through the game of life! “ The song that nerves a nation s heart Is in itself a deed. 5 h