Abington High School - Oracle Yearbook (Abington, PA)

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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

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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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GORDON STANLEY COOK Cookie, one of Abi net on’s quiet lads, entered this institution of learning from Weldon Grammar School. Cookie is an ardent member of the Vocational, Nature, Science, and Dramatic clubs. His “Aw, gee” makes him appear somewhat like an overwhelmed, weak student, but when you get to know him, you find him capable of a spirited argument, supplied with witticisms which send you into gales of merriment. Good fun and good fellowship spell “Cookie”. “ Slow to talk, quick to act. ” LEROY BRIGGS DAM PM AN, JR. Roy galloped in from Weldon, to make a splendid showing for himself. He is a member of the Nature and Mathematics clubs and secretary of the Science Club. Roy is one of the big noises in the Band and the Orchestra, and we know that he is going to be a second Vincent Lopez if his talent holds out. In math and oral English he is a star, a shining stai—especially oral English. When Roy begins to talk about the Chateau in Quebec it is “frightfully” interesting, we think. When you want to hear something interesting, listen to Roy’s happy way of talking and showing his truly merry make-up. A smile for all, a greeting glad, An amiable, jolly way he had. ” COOK IK ROY SERAMA LUDY DIX If you see a petite blonde with a demure smile and a pleasant expression on her face, you may be sure that is Dixie. Dixie’s best ability found expression in the Science Club. She further revealed her preference for science and mathematics by being a member of the Nature, Math and Radio clubs. The amount of wisdom on all subjects, stored in her yellow head, placced her in the Spanish Club on the Honor Roll and among Commencement speakers. Serama brought a bit of Southern atmosphere into A.H.S. and we were sorry to see it go. “And still they gazed and still the wonder grew, That one small head could carry all she knew.” DIXIE 20 THE ORACLE