Abington High School - Oracle Yearbook (Abington, PA)

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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

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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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EDWARD TRISDOM DUKE Dukie, that good-looking fellow who had the lead in the operetta, Napoleon Naps, has a voice that not only placed him as a singer hut also made him heard at many a football and basketball game. Ed’s a real sport. As a baseball manager, he has few equals. Dukie is well known in the Math and Science clubs, his ready wit being heard everywhere. In the lab is where Dukie really shines, but he also shone in the dramatic ability he displayed in the senior play. No one will be surprised if Dukie some day joins Mr. Messinger as assistant chemistry professor of Abington High School. “ Mirth, with thee, I mean to live.” i -Kje JOHN BAPTISTE EGNER “Who’s the boy with the curly hair?” That’s what every one wanted to know when John came here from St. Luke’s. Without a doubt, John’s main interest has been football. He gave several players a good fight for their positions. Moreover. John had time to become an interested and conscientious member of the Radio Club. John seems quiet, but when you know him, you’ll learn to look forward to that Irish wit. “Life is hut a bubble and when it bursts, I'll laugh.” FEODY MARIE KATHRYN FOLLANSBEE Curly-haired, blue-eyed, shy and demure—that's Marie. Despite that shyness of hers, Marie has been one of our prize club members for she has been, during her stay at Abington, an active member of the Latin, French, Dramatic, Library, Reading and Glee clubs. That list sort of staggers you, doesn’t it—but in spite of these activities, Marie, with her winning smile and sweet manner, found time to jump right into our hearts and we know she’ll stay there, too! “ love tranquil solitude and such society As is quiet, wise, and good.” MARIK JUNE, 1930 21