Abington High School - Oracle Yearbook (Abington, PA)

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THE ORACLE SUZANNE WILLIAMS BASSETT Whenever there was anything to be done, Sue was right there, ready to do it! That's why Sue was president of the Internos and Reading Clubs, first consul of the Latin Club, and chairman of the Welfare Committee, besides being a member of the Math, French and Dramatic Clubs. We have also found Sue’s name on the Honor Roll. Suoy did such fine work on the Abingtonian Staff that she was made a member of the Junior Fourth Estate. Although belonging to all these organizations, Sue found time to play hockey on our team. Remember Annie, the maid in the Senior Play? That was Sue. Here’s the girl with proved qualities of a leader! “ We live in deeds, not year-; in thoughts, not breaths. ANNA TAYLOR CARPENTER Quiet, lovable Ann, with her sweet smile, was the favorite of every Commercial in general, and Emma and Elva in particular. Ann, called Adam in the shorthand classes, certainly knew her hieroglyphics. Shorthand was Ann’s long suit. After finishing the exasperating task of letting her hair grow, she found time to join the Library and Commercial clubs. Shorthand didn’t spoil Ann’s longhand spelling—she did her bit on the Spelling Team. Ann will always be knovcn as a dependable Abingtonian. “She is gentle, perhaps shy But a good friend to all who knmv her. ELVA MARIE CRONEY That curly-headed girl with the mischievous brown eyes who has every one in Room Three wondering what she’s going to do next! It’s Elva. The Commercial, Spanish, Reading, Nature, Library and Art clubs claim her hearty support. Have you never heard of Elva’s delicious luncheons? We suggest that you make Doll’s acquaintance. If you want to find her, look for Emma. They’re sure to be together. We think this be their favorite song. And— oh, we almost forgot—somewhere we heard that Doll’s motto is, “The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.” “Civilized man can not live without cooks.” -J 16 {=•

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THE ORFTCLE GEORGE ZANE ALCOCK That very blond boy who is always running around, looking so busy? That’s George—who seems to carry the worries of the world on his shoulders. George first became a member of the Latin Club; languages must have agreed with him, for he soon added the French Club to his list. Oh, yes, George was a charter member of the Nature Club. We wonder at George and yet we like him. 11 Oh, why should life all labour be?” GEORG1E HELEN RICHARDSON AMBLER A beam of sunshine graduated one day from the Abington Grammar School. Since that time we have been the possessors of that bright bit of happiness. Helen plunged directly into activities. She played on the Hockey and Basketball squads for two years. Helen’s popularity was shown when she was elected secretary of the Dramatic Club and of her class, second consul of the Latin Club, Premier of the French Club, and vice-president of the Student Council and of the Reading Club. Of course, it was she who was alumni editor of the Oracle although most of her work was writing delightful stories for the literary department. This won her a place in the Junior Fourth Estate. Giggles appeared in her first dramatic r6le ip “Seventeen, continuing with “Betty’s Last Bet , “Princess Chrysanthemum and “Honor Bright . Helen’s charming personality was one of the big features of this year’s Debating Team and wasn’t the team sure of winning with Helen in her position? “ None knew thee but to love thee, Nor named thee bui to praise.” GIGGLES MARY COLEMAN BASSETT Of course, we know Mary, the dignified and stately member of our class. She was a member of the Latin, French, Internos and Reading Clubs. We know Mary was popular for wasn’t she librarian of the Dramatic Club and president of the Girls' Athletic Club? Mary’s dramatic ability was clearly shown in her portrayal of Mrs. Barrington in “Honor Bright . She was on the Tennis Team, captained the Hockey Team and managed the Basketball Team. Her dignity is the envy of all her classmates! “ Woman must ever be a woman's highest name, And honors more than Lady, if I blow right.” MARY 15

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(THE OCffltt-E FRALAN LUDY DIX Who’s that serious-minded young man who can talk so convincingly on the higher mathematics and sciences? Fralan, of course. He indicated his executive ability as president of the Nature Club and vice president of the Radio Club. Miss Reichard can testify to his skill as a linguist; Mr. Smiley will vouch for his understanding of political economic problems; while his classmates will put to rout any one who may try to cast a shadow of doubt on his vast intelligence as a whole. Fralan should be one of the leaders in thought of our generation. “High erected thoughts, seated in the heart of courtesy. DIX YERDON LUDY DIX Here's the boy whose middle name should be grit or courage! Without a chance of making the Varsity Football Team, Verdon didn’t miss one practice. That’s a spirit to be proud of and we certainly are proud of Don. Although Verdon's hobby is sports, he didn't neglect clubs. He joined the Nature, Tennis, and Mathematics clubs. As a senior, Verdon became president of the Radio Club. This was quite appropriate, too. for that boy surely does know the ins and outs of radio. It’s a real treat to hear him talk Radio! “Practice is the best of all instructions.” DON MURIEL THRAEPLETON EASTBURN Thank you, McKinley, for Muriel. The Orchestra simply couldn’t get along without her, and the library never would be the same if Muriel weren’t bustling around in there. She is always doing something for some one. The Spanish, Library, and Dramatic clubs are proud of her membership; and how she did work for the Senior Play Committee! Although she is a quiet girl, when there's work to be done, Muriel is right on hand. “ This work can best be done the right way. MURIEL