Abington High School - Oracle Yearbook (Abington, PA)

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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

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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 ORACLE MARTIN RANDOLPH ERICKSON When Martin came to us in his sophomore year from Northeast, the school lost an ardent booster. At once he selected his clubs, becoming consul of the Latin Club and Ministere des Finances of the French Club. He was also an active member of the Dramatic Club. Those who have heard him will not soon forget his lusty cheering as head cheer-leader. Despite his sleepy demeanor, Mart is peppy and—though few people know it—a very clever essayist. “ Haste maketh waste. ” EDNA FLORENCE FIRMAN Edna, wherever did you acquire such a store of efficiency? Your trial balance always balances when ours is hopeless. The Oracle staff couldn't have done without you as its faithful bookkeeper, and what will the Library, Commercial, Spanish, and Art clubs do without you? You managed the Curtis Campaign quite as successfully as everything else. We think you will some day be treasurer of the United States for you surely have had enough experience handling money. And Eds—those cartoons of yours in the Oracle have raised many a laugh! “Results are the proof of ability.” EDS LAWRENCE FLEMING For two years Coach Snodgrass had no worries about who should don the mask and windpad behind the plate for the baseball team. Whitey was the Varsity catcher for two years, and sacrificed one perfectly good incisor in the performance of his duty. Whitey concealed his literary talents until his senior year, when he stepped forth and won the library essay contest. Whitey was one boy who could hold his own with the girls, his repartee silencing the noisy femmes on many occasions. We predict that Whitey will some day be first string maskman for our own Athletics. “Sadness may come, and sadness may go, Bui fun goes on forever!” WHITEY 18