Abington High School - Oracle Yearbook (Abington, PA)

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HENRY KERSHNER BARDSLEY, 3rd Little did we guess that, when lien appeared in 1026, Abington had gained one of the most brilliant mathematicians she has ever had! For that was just what happened. Hen merely added “Q. E. D. ” to A. H. S. mathematics. The clubs which boast of his membership are the Mathematics, Latin. Nature and Science clubs, but football and wrestling also lay claim to his athletic prowess. Furthermore, you doubtless realized Hen’s speaking ability at Commencement. Yet, with all, he is one of the most unassuming, likable fellows we know. His knowledge and friendliness make us sure that Henry will accomplish some unusual feats. “ None but himself can be his parallel. ROBERT TREVOR BURSTON Bob, although he wishes to be known as a stamp collector and a man of leisure, like the rest of the Englishmen, is a real math star. He is one of the very few lads who answer Mr. Weirick’s questions in Chapel. Bob, in spite of his great handicap, that of being a Britisher, can appreciate and tell a good joke, although many are on his brothers, the Scots. He has been an active member of the Radio, Math and Science clubs. He will, in life, always turn up the joker. “ Thought is deeper than all speech. II EN MIPMA BARBARA DELL BUSSE She’s that tall, dignified girl we see making her way so quietly and gracefully through the halls. Besides having had time to be a good pal to everyone. Bob was on the class basketball team, also bein an active member of the French. Interims. Reading, Dramatic and Glee clubs. Barbara had a real talent, an ability to act, which we didn’t discover until the senior play. As for pounding out jazz, accompanied by a rich voice—Bob, you’re here. 44 The mildest manners and the gentlest heart. BOB Tilt: ORACLE 18

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CARL WILSON ANDERSON “Look, gang, here comes Andy!” Bubbling over with fun, Andy arrives, with a new joke or witty remark to send us into gales of laughter. Little wonder that he is such a successful joke editor of the Oracle. Andy was one of our lettermen in football, taking his knocks at center without a murmur. He was also one of our best boxers and he won many a high jump for the Track Team, which just goes to prove that Andy, as an athlete, lacks nothing in versatility. He presides as first consul of the Latin Club and is a live member of the Dramatic Club, for Andy is one of our cleverest actors. As Billy Bolton, the dashing halfback hero of the senior play, he caused many a feminine heart to flutter. Old man gloom always disappears when Andy comes along. “ Life is not life at all without delight.” WILLIAM ARTHUR ANDERSON Bud galloped into Abington from Weldon and proved himself as versatile as his living mirror. Now here he is, a letterman in football, a good high-jumper, with tumbling and wrestling too. of no mean repute in all of these. 1 le is the very efficient secretary of t he seniors. It would be difficult to find a better exchange editor of the Oracle. It goes without saying that he is an active member of the French, Latin and Dramatic clubs, as well as of the Junior Fourth Estate. Don’t you remember him as Mr. Bolton in the senior play? Merriment concealed behind a rather serious exterior, a passion for toasted chicken sandwiches and a general air of friendliness make this chap a real man! “ The only way to have a friend is to be one. JAMES ALFRED ASHTON, JR. Jim came to us in ’26 from McKinley Grammar School. He soon mixed up in things by joining the Spanish and Science clubs. Jim was a star track man, winning his letter in the 220 low hurdles. We must not forget Jim’s fistic ability in the square, ’cause he surely can handle his “dukes’’. Although Jim’s slogan is “Save it for tomorrow,” he is always ready to help today. “ The art of conversation is the art of hearing as well as being heard. JIMMIE JUNE, 1930 17 A

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HAROLD WILLIAM CALLOW One of the things we remember best about Harold is his fine tenor voice. Not only did we hear it in Cherry Blossoms and in Assembly, but also in various Christmas programs. To prove that he had more than a musical side, Harold showed his ability on the diamond, being one of the best pitchers Abington has had for some time. When neither of these two activities took up his time, this lad was interested in (he Radio C lub. We shall always remember Harold, with his reddish hair, twinkling brown eyes and fine voice— an interesting fellow. “ Music hath charms to soothe the savage breast. HAROLD ALMA EURELIA CANNOE 'Phis young lady came to us from Abington Grammar School in 1( 26. She immediately took a fancy to the Spanish Club, ana gently but firmly made herself known there as a steady-going and dependable member. The Commercial Club also found her out, and she gave her attention to these organizations throughout her high school career. In her senior year, she joined the Library Club, and was captain of the Senior Interclass Basketball Team. It was on the basketball floor that we found that hidden strain of humor which lay underneath the sensible exterior so characteristic of Al. 11A quiet manner and a pleasant smile. AL RUTH MARTHA CARPENTER Rufus, who has so much wisdom stored in her bobbed head, has a naturally demure attitude and a pleasant smile for every one. Rufus is our reliable Oracle short-cut editor. The short cuts give us a real glimpse at Ruth whose cjuaintness is combined with originality. The Commercial, Library, Debating, and Spanish clubs surely appreciated her presence because she took an interest in whatever she did. Her ability won her second place in the Flag Contest and a position on the Spelling Team. Although Rufus didn’t spread herself over much space, she did make a lasting impression on us. “In whose little body lodged a mighty mind. RUFUS JUNE, 19 JO 19