Athens Area High School - Athenian Yearbook (Athens, PA)

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Sandy Harry Emily Lou is liked because of her easy-going, amiable personality. Folks say she’s quiet—until they get to know her. A rumor is flying around, which says she likes to eat. But this is a vast understatement. Emily leads us all where appetite is concerned. Her nickname, Sandy, refers to her hair which is a beautiful red-gold, and is naturally curly. With her friendly manner and sparkling brown eyes, we are sure Sandy has a bright future. A red streak, screeching tires, and clanking milk cans, are the forewarnings denoting the arrival of our class speed-demon, Harry. In contrast to his agility on the highway, Harold is seen lumbering through the halls, seldom exerting himself. Characterized by a broad grin, super disposition, and plaid shirts, this big, burly football player with the little red truck is certainly not to be forgotten. EMILY ADAMS HAROLD AMMERMAN JEAN ARNOLD MARGUERITE BEERS Charm, personality, lustrous hair, friendly smile, all this and much more has Jcannie, our small but vivacious classmate. In this world it’s really hard to find a better friend than Jean, who never seems to be too busy to lend a helping hand and give a friendly greeting to all. We are sure that she will go far in making this world more pleasant and to you, Jean, we extend our best wishes. Dancing, skating, and driving are all characteristic traits of Gert. The feature that is most attractive about her is her friendliness to everyone. Ask Gert what her favorite pastime is and I am sure you will discover that it is being with that tall, lanky fellow from Ulster. Does that account for the green truck we sec parked in front of her house so frequently? We will not soon forget all the cheerfulness Gert has added to our years with her. r 17] Jcannie Gert

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SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS Standing Lucille Parmenter, Janice Terry Seated Wendell Hammond, Roliin Huntington PR ESI 1 )EXT’S M ESSAGE As we near the end of our last year of school we should realize that graduating will be only the beginning of the many accomplishments that will lie before us. Since our country has only recently emerged victorious from a world conflict, it will soon be our duty as citizens to help establish a long and secure peace. It will be also our task to prevent racial and religious discrimination among the people of the world. This will be the first test to which we shall put our high school education. Our class possesses many fine athletes and also many persons talented in different fields. We have proved our ability to accomplish any task set before us, by putting on two plays, a minstrel show and a number of minor activities. Thus as we go forward into the world of trials and tribulations, I am sure that we, the class of ’47, can overtake all of the many obstacles facing us.

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Jack Wabbert Jack, who is one of our studious classmates, always seems to have a friendly smile for everyone and is never too busy to give out with a hearty “Hi. Jack takes an active part in musical events and is a member of both the orchestra and the band. He plays his flute with the zeal of a professional. Being a clever writer enables him to compose the sport items for the newspaper. Good-Luck, to you, Jack, in everything you do. We present, with pride, another ex-serviceman as a classmate. Evidently, the seniors aren’t the only ones glad to have him back. The juniors like it pretty well, too. Especially a certain junior girl. We find he possesses the same initiative as the other vets and that is a pleasing atmosphere for all. Even though he has been with us only this one year, he has helped us to make it the success it has been. JOHN BENSON ROBERT BIDLACK MARJORIE BIDLACK VICTOR BIRD “Oh, the first couple promenade the outside . . .” Yes, folks, it’s a square dance, and if you look very closely you will see Marjorie somewhere in the middle of everything, because square dancing is her favorite pastime. She also likes being with a certain red head. In her quiet way. Marge has made a host of friends for herself—and they all wish her the best of luck in her future home-making. Vic is a nearly-perfect specimen of, “What no girl would mind being seen with.” He is a natural-born leader, just brimming ovci with initiative, which is proven by the fact that he is editor of our year book, a high-ranking student. and one of the most popular members of our class. If you’re ever dying to catch a glimpse of him. and can’t find him, ask the girl who knitted that stocking cap where he is. Marge [18] Vic