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

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SIBYL BRENNAN 6-0|Mg TO THE Top FLOOR os FRFSHfhEN Don’t let Sibyl’s quiet business-like manner fool you. Under her level-headedness there lies a unique sense of humor. Her musical talent takes the form of the only flute in the band. Sibyl not only enjoys singing in the chorus, but is a natural actress as well. Sibyl’s neatness and friendliness will long be remembered. MARILYN BROWN The outdoor type of girl, Marilyn is always ready to try some new game or sport. She likes to read or write mystery stories, to dance, and to sew. On top of all that she collects snap shots, pennies, and recipes. As you may have guessed, she plans to be a housewife after graduation. NORMAN BROWN Want to meet a terrific sense of humor? It’s packed into one brown-haired boy. Nick’s quiet appearance disappears when jokes and fun are in the air. His women, his car, and Ulster are some of his favorite hobbies. We are all glad to have you as a friend, Nick. THOMAS BURNS A characteristic family manner + an indescribable gait + a good athlete + a good student .= Tom, “Percy” Burns, a favorite with us all through high school days. If anything goes as planned, Tom will be one of many to attend college next fall. What is the name of the drugstore which seems to be your favorite hangout, Tom? 24

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Tuts worked in the (ErRRDes JOHN BLACK The old saying “Dynamite comes in Small Packages” is certainly true here, for “Chet” is a bundle of dynamic energy. An outstanding athlete, a future driver at Shangri-La Speedway, and a husky voiced crooner, he is destined to acquire success in any chosen vocation. NORA BRANNAKA “just a minute ’till I finish my Shorthand and Typing.” Yes, Nora is always on hand to help everyone out. She has gained many friends by her quiet, reserved manner, and always seems to enjoy living. When asked what career she was working for, she held up her left hand with the “sparkler” on it. JAMES BRADLEY Jim is a happy-go-lucky fellow, who can be relied upon to lend his aid in any circumstance. He is well known for his jokes about football games, and if you care to learn to square dance just ask Jim to teach you. Jim, like several other boys of the class, plans to be a farmer. May you be very prosperous, Jim. LOIS BENNING If you see a gang of students in a huddle, you are likely to find Lois in the center. With her joking manner she can seem to hold a crowd’s attention. Lois is planning a nursing career after finishing high school and we are sure with her pleasant smiles and ami able personality, she will never be lacking in patients. 23

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ROBERT BUTLER “And Brooklyn wins another World Series.” Though not always true, Bob would have it that way, for he dropped in on us from you guess where. Though Brooklyn” is taking a Future Farmer Course, he hopes to join the Marines and maybe after that, play on the Dodgers’ team. GERALD CAHILL See that mischievous smile and the long legs coming toward you?--that s Gerry. Conscientious in his work, he stands neai the top of his class. Playing football and basketball, and teasing the girls, seem to be his favorite pastimes. Good luck to you Gerry—we’re sure you’ll attain your life goal. william Butters After spending three years in the U. S. Navy, Bill returned to school to graduate with us. The blond wavy-haired Guy Madison of our class, he is a favorite of all. Bill’s plans for the future are divided between a return visit to Uncle Sam’s Navy or advanced technical training. PHYLLIS BYDAIRK “Phyl” and her two pals, Patsy and Bobbie, can often be seen over-town, ohing and ahing over the smart new clothes on display. Skating and dancing give Phyl” an opportunity to pursue another joy in life—that of meeting and making friends. “Phyl's” patience and altruistic attitude toward every individual put the final touch on qualities which will contribute to her success in nursing. 25