Abington High School - Oracle Yearbook (Abington, PA)

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GEORGE TAYLOR BOISTON Butch needs no introduction to the students of Abington High. He came to us from Highland and in no time at all he was in the thick of things. Butch excelled in football, making a very capable captain. Butch was also out for track. On the inside, Butch assisted by being class vice president, Student Council representative, and a member of the Boys’ Hi-Y, Latin and Dramatic clubs. Another of Butch’s traits is that he is usually as good as he is big. We like him. 14 have known love and war, and strife and fight. GLADYS BRICE “Hi, Pal!” is the phrase which marks the advent of one G. B., whose sunny disposition has been gracing the Abington school of learning for a period of three years, her freshman days having been spent at the Dun-more High School, Scranton. The Dramatic, Latin, Glee and French clubs claim Gladys as one of their members, and the Abingtonian has now and then accepted some of her literary attempts. Gladie may be symbolized as one always delighting to help her fellow students to behold the happy aspects of life. Joy lights the candles in my heart. HENRY FEASTER CARTER Hen is one of the handsome fellows we’ll miss most. His jokes and laughter have burned many feminine hearts. Not only is Hen a good mixer, but as a printer, he is rated very high. We are sure Mr. Wortman will miss this famous disciple of Gutenberg next year. Hen is also a loyal and efficient member of the Hi-Y C lub. Henry will go smiling through our portals out upon the highway of life. Ills hopes kept step with his desires. ” FLORENCE ISABEL CHAMBERLIN With a wistful, or shall we say, bashful smile, her head a mass of unruly black curls, Issy perambulated into A. H. S. from Glenside-Weldon in 21. Immediately caught in the swift current of Abington’s overflowing spirit, she manifested her interest by joining the Commercial Hub, of which she has proved an active and loyal member. Soon the Spanish and Library Clubs were proud to say that Issy was numbered among their members. There can be no doubt that Isabel is a faithful and loyal worker, as such having been awarded a place on that goal of all seniors, the Year Book Staff. A laughing face— Two sunny eyes. ” 28 The Oracle

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SARA GHEEN AMBLER You would just know that any one whose name is Sara would be Sally to her friends, and certainly such a happy cheerful pal is Sally Ambler. Sally has been a member of the Latin, French, Dramatic, Reading and Hi-Y clubs. Her chief athletic interest has been hockey, in which she has won her numerals and monogram. Sally also took part in the Senior Play and made a most realistic “Olga”. She has friends, friends, and still more friends. Every day Sara can be seen at the desk in the hall, serving her school. “ I kind heart which speaks in her actions.” JAMES GORDON BAILEY Even though Jim likes to take things easy and have a good time, there is one thing he likes better. That is basketball. In his position as forward, he has thrilled many an onlooker with his fast playing and beautiful shots. In this sport, James showed what he was really made of by his interest, steadiness, and ability. Moreover, Jim has had time to go out for track and enter into the activities of the Science Club. If you really want to know what Jim is like, you should make his acquaintance. “ Full of action, full of manly pride and friendship. GEORGE PENNOCK BASSETT, Who hasn’t seen that tall, slender, red-haired fellow walking through the halls or kicking a soccer ball far into the opponents’ territory. George is cjuiet and unassuming, and once you are acquainted with him. you can discover what a good friend he is. The Nature and later the Science C lub interested Cieorge, and so did the Math and Spanish clubs. But his favorite sport is soccer and he has contributed his support to that hardy sport for several years. George will be remembered for his subtle wit and good humor. “ Taller than a tree. DORIS ELEANOR BINDRIM “ Doris, will you do this—or that?” She’s always there, eager to work and help. Doris has taken part in nearly every activity promoted by the school. This includes the Student Council, the Honor Roll. Hi-Y Latin. Reading, French, Debating and Dramatic Clubs. Because of her, never-tiring energy, Doris was elected Premier of the French C lub and hirst Consul of the Latin Club. As for dramatics, we’ll all remember her as the heroine of the Senior Play. Doris can write such interesting, outstanding articles that her pen won for her a place on the Ahingtonian staff and a membership in the Junior Fourth Estate. Yet Doris is never satisfied unless she has a pretzel. If she ever refused a pretzel—well, the heavens would fall!!! “ Maiden of the laughing eyes. June, 1 931 27

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ROBERT JAMES CUTTING Have you ever noticed the peculiar noise often coming from Bob’s vicinity? That is his silence or. rather, his quietness. But Bob is not always quiet. You should hear him, once he gets a good start. Bob is an active worker and he does his work well. Bob's activities include clubs, as he has been president of the Science Club. Bob is quite dramatic; imagine him as a dignified doctor in the Senior Play. And Bob doesn’t let his ability hinder his progress. You should watch him dashing here and there, his machine always at the service of the office or the faculty. “lie was a gentleman from crmun to sole. THOMAS JOSEPH DeFLAVIS Who’s that fellow with that football sweater and the friendly smile? That’s Tommy, well liked about Abington. Tommy never allows grass to grow under his feet. He has been on the basketball and baseball squads, being manager of a championship football team. Besides his athletic activities,Tommy was still able to be one of the Ili-Y group and an efficient member of both the Abingtonian and Year Book staffs. To find a refill for Tommie’s shoes will be a hard job. “The grin grew broad and shot from ear to ear” WILLIAM JAMES DiPALANTINO St. James certainly lost a good fellow when Bill came to Abington. Bill was a good athlete, playing in all the major sports. Bill was just as efficient in his work. Getting an early start, he developed an attachment for vocational training,—often to be found working with Mr. Sohl. He has been a very capable president of the Vocational Club. In all his work and all his play, Bill wears a smile. But Bill has a weakness, too,—golf!! “Reason and with that reason, smiles.” DOROTHY DUNHAM Dot is one of Mr. O’Brien’s outstanding protegees who has well proved her abilities in many musical productions. We can’t forget her as Mrs. Percival Allan Du Barrie in this year’s operetta and we all remember her as one of the Detroit Octette who sang to the nation. Dot started out in her high school career by attaining the Honor Roll, and from this we know she has the ability when she has a chance to use it. She also spent her ability in hard work on the Oracle Staff. Latin, French, Dramatic, Glee and Debating clubs claimed her support. And then Dot proved her physical abilities on the hockey and tennis squads besides. Dot’s hobby is eating, but most of us believe she approves more than eating, her liking for that great art—music. “ When music sounds, gone is the earth I know.” June, 1931 29