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Presented by the Class of 1954 Athens High School Athens, Pennsylvania lUElCOlIlf, Ofl. fITCH! Along with many other added features, A. H. S. saw a new man in the main office. Dr. Fitch is a graduate of and received his Doctorate from Penn State......... The Senior Class has enjoyed knowing Dr. Fitch, and we hope he is at A. H. S. long after we have become Alumni..................... DEDICflTIOfl ERNEST THORP Class of 1926 The students of A. H. S. perhaps never noticed “Ernie” Thorp except when they wanted a stage fixed or the gym decorated. When they did he was always ready to help. He was always ready to help out in small or large projects. Again we would like to pay tribute to a man who made our world and our school a better place. in in cm on in in LEROY M. COOK Class of 1922 The students of A. H. S. owe many of the things that make our school a better place to one man, Leroy Cook. Through his untiring efforts, A. H. S. has improved and prospered throughout his years on the school board. The Athenian and the class of ‘54 would like to pay tribute to one man who has made our world a better place to live. fORflUORD It all started in 1941. And this is the end before the beginning........ The Athenian Staff and the Class of 1954 hope that the people who read this book get as much enjoyment from it as the senior class had living it.................................. COfllffllS flDmmiSTRflTion focuny flDminisTRfluon fncuLiy DR. LYNCH President of Joint Board MR. HOPKINS President of Operating Committee BOARD Of (DUCATIOI) MR. CAMPBELL Deputy Treas. MR. GRISWOLD MR. GALLUP V. President MR. SMITH MR. PAYNE MR. WANCK V. President MR. WILLIAMS MR. ROWE T reasurer MR. PRESHER MR. PAGE County Board MR. BOWEN Not pictured: MR. R. SMITH, MR. COLE, MR. BELCHER mtSSf)G£ TO SEIHORS Graduation—the culmination of a graded program of educational experiences designed by society to prepare future citizens and Commencement -the step from the preparatory educational program into adult life are two words which loom large in importance in the thoughts of Seniors. You should feel justly proud that you have successfully completed the program of studies established by state and local educational authorities. The value you have received from your school experiences is directly proportional to the effort you have made. Commencement is a time of mixed emotions-happiness because you have successfully reached a goal, sadness because a way of life is about to end, excitement because you are the center of family and community interest and awe because you face many problems of adult life just ahead. Your happiness should not be clouded with doubts. With faith in God and in your ability, you should not fear. Your teachers and parents have tried to point out the pitfalls, bumps, and dead end streets which lie ahead to test you. With wisdom you can avoid many of them, with courage you can surmount others. You will find many friends who will willingly help you in times of need. Your school has been very interested in you during the past years-itwill continue to be interested in your achieve ments in the years to come and will be ready to serve you in any way it can. We hope you will continue to have a keen interest in your alma mater. CLASS OF 1954: You are the largest class ever to be graduated from Athens High School. Census figures, however, show that your number will be exceeded and graduating classes will soon be with us that are as much as 50 per cent larger than yours. It is gratifying that parents and pupils have come to recognize the importance of education in the perpetuation of the free, democratic government which we enjoy so that fewer and fewer pupils are dropping out before graduation. This together with the increase in population, accounts for the ever increasing enrollments in the senior high school. From the Eight National Conference on Citizenship co-sponsored by N. E. A. and U. S. Department of Justice with representatives from some 800 organizations came this summary report of their findings: “How do we make sure that our people know how to use freedom---and continue to use it? How do we make sure that they are masters of all intricate skills required to live in a free society? It comes like a chorus from all the groups-education. ” We wish for each of you the best that a free society can offer you. Sincerely, MRS. GRACEMARY E. ALGER MISS ALICE J. QUICK A. B - Elmira College English IV Latin 1, 11 Athenian Adviser B. S. - Bloomsburg State Teachers College French loth. Grade English B. A. and M. S. -Bucknell University llth. Grade English Social Studies Athens High School News MR. STANLEY SHAPIRO B. S. - West Chester English 9th. Grade Literature Club MRS. LINA BURNS B. S. -Mansfield State Teachers College 8th. Grade English Hobbies Club MRS. ALICE VOLECHENISKY A. B. - A. M. Bucknell University Spanish 11 7th. Grade English Dramatics National Thespian Society LflnGUflG£S MR. EDWARD J. DRABINSKI B. S.-Mansfield State Teachers College 7th. Grade Geography MR. THOMAS JONES MISS MARIE BEAN B. S. -Mansfield State Teachers College American History World History Junior Play Sponsor B.S. -East Stroudsburg Teachers College M. A. -New York Univ. Pennsylvania History Driver Training History of Civilization Assistant Football Coach Varsity Basketball Coach MR. MAX H. SLICK B.A. -Pennsylvania State College World Geography 8th. Grade Geography Visual Aids Club MISS JULIA HARRIET LUNGER B. S.-Pennsylvania State College Social Studies Guidance Counselor SOCIAL STUDIES MRS. VERA K. BAXTER Mansfield Slate Teachers College 7 8 Grade Math Round the World Club MR. EARLK. DILL A. B. -University of Michigan Plane Geometry Triginometry Problems of Democracy MR. RICHARD W. MARVIN B. S. -Mansfield State Teachers College M. S. -Bucknell Univ. Pennsylvania History 9th. Grade Math Business Arithmetic MISS WINIFRED REAGAN A. B. -Pennsylvania State College Elementary Intermediate Algebra Tri-Hi-Y ITlflTHf (ItflTICS MR. REED C. BENSON B. S. -Mansfield State Teachers College M. Ed. -Pennsylvania State College General Science MR, CLYDE W. BRESEE B. S. -Mansfield State Teachers College M. Ed. -Pennsylvania State College Guidance Counselor Uth. Grade English Biology Boys Chorus Student Council Teaogan MR. JAMES PRUYNE B. S. -East Stroudsburg State Teachers College Chemistry Physics Vocational Science scicnct MR ROBERT J. MARTIN B.S. -State Teachers College Shippensberg Pennsylvania M.Ed. Pennsylvania State College Bookkeeping Business Law Office Practice Business Arithmetic MISS ARLENE O NEAL B. S. -Indiana State Teachers College Shorthand Typing General Business Teaogan Advisor MR. KENNETH OAKES B.S. -East Stroudsburg State Teachers College Physical Education Health MR JOHN P. CHILDS B.S. -East Stroudsburg State Teachers College M. Ed. -Pennsylvania State College Elementary Physical Education Mathematics Mechanical Drawing Football Coach Track Coach Pigskin Chasers MRS. RUTH JONES B.S. -East Stroudsburg State Teachers College M.A. -New York University Health Physical Education Cheerleaders Girls' Athletic Club MISS EDITH HINE, RN Robert Packer Hospital School of Nursing Business PHysicfu educatioa health MRS. ESTER D. CLARK A. B. - Park College, Parkville, Mo. Graduate Nurse of Presbyterian Hospital, Chicago, Illinois Family Relations World History Vocational Home Ec. Future Homemakers of America MRS. PATRICIA SMITH B. S. -Pennsylvania State College Vocational Home Ec. Home Economics Art Club MR. DONALD R. R1KER B. S. - Pennsylvania State College Industrial Arts Junior Senior High School MR. M. J. VAN SCOTEN B. S. - Pennsylvania State College Agriculture Future Farmers of America hoihe Economics AGRICULTURE SHOP MISS LOIS E. WRISLEY B. S. - Millersville State Teachers College Library MISS EMMA WOOD MR. BILL LOCKHART B. S. -West Texas State M. Ed. -Pennsylvania State College Art Art Supervisor B. S. - Mansfield State Teachers College Grade School Vocal Music 7 8 Grade Music Appreciation Mixed Chorus Triple Trio MRS. MARGARET HAIR B. A. -Elmira College Reading MR. ERNEST K. ROLSTON B.M. Ed. and M.M. Ed.-University of Michigan Instrumental instructor Dance Band ART music LIBRflfiy RERDinG ' rAoL vnij WILLIAM ALLEN Vice President of Visual Aids io, 11--wrestling club 10,11,12— Sayre girls--Shop club io, 12— Intramurals 10, II, i2--hunting(?) --Minstrel !2--service after graduation- - quiet - -helpful- - Bill . FRANCES AVERY Clash of cymbals announces bev— future housewife--Band io, n, 12 --F. H. A. 10, II, i2--talkative --Mixed Chorus 10, 11, --Orchestra 10, 11--Warren Center--Tri-Hi-Y 10, 11, i2--plays drums--Minstrel. Mixed chorus 10,11,12--G. A.C. io--enjoys sports. Girls chorus I0--F.H.A. 10, II, 12—President of F.H.A. I2--Tri-Hi-Y 10,II, 12-Library helper--Intra uftl J .I , 12—Dramat es seamstraw -liklrrmi v i ov Af p3 ZfJC Traci fi Pigskin c Pigskin c I2--F. F. —F. F. A Football II, 12—Even hg 11--seen with blond dec Chevy. BOB BAKER President of Fender Benders--Track I0--Football 10, II, i2--Senior lay-part-time residence in R. P. H« —Pigskin chasers 11, I2--Dra-ics Club Trouble 10, 11, 12-keen sense of humor. PAUL BENNETT Football io, 11 --crew-cut--knows lumber business-Boys' Chorus io Chorus io, II, 12--everybody's chauffeur--charter member of the Mile Hill Gang ’Athenian II, 12 --Wrestling io, 11—Senior play— Track io, II. GENEVIEVE BLACKLEY Ginger —Tri-Hi-Y 10, II, 12 — Athenian 12—hails from Wilawana way-Minstrel 11, 12--interested in old cars-Record club 12--always seen with Roberta or Dawn—G. A. C. 10, II, 12--short and cute--Dramatics club io. Y'Ml vujuL ROBERT BEAN Hunting--green Chevy-baseball manager 11, 12 driver for Robert Packer--high in Society of Fender Benders--has a marked tendency to run out of gas--Minstrel 12 Pigskin Chasers 12—P. A. operator II, 12- CARL BEERS Visual Aids 10, 12—Football io, 11 --tall stories--Baseball io, 11 --likeable--hunts and fishes--Athletic Club io--sleeps through P. O. D.— tall Mr. Martin's pride and joy(?). MELVIN BENNETT An Ulster classmate--Junior Play-soccer io Minstrel 11, 12--Boys' chorus 12—enjoys walking--Mixed chorus 12--May Festival--women (?) oh, those green eyes—hunting enthusiast- 23 DAWN BRADLEY Dawnie Pie —Tri-Hi-Y io, II, 12--works at R. P. H.--short--G.A. C. 10, 11, 12--Athenian 12—brown eyes—Record Club 12—wonderful cook--Dramatics lo--likes sports -Cafeteria 11.12--Oldsmobile. ROBERTA BOWEN- TBenieK-Chorus n£[i.12 11. ° y. I2-Intramyrals 10,1 l.fe —Ban jK , . 11,12- Atheniat X I. 12--Junior Play romptet Senior p|ay —nice ejpthes--LadnClub iOvl l- SM fsh X lu u Miostrel 11,12r o A - ROBERJT £. BOURDETTE •Athenian, 1H, 12--Editor Teaogan 10 11 12—Boys Ensemble 10, II, - 12--Jr. Play—Evening Times II, 12—Journalist Conference 11,12— ' • Band 10, XI, 12—college--friendly personality—efficient worker. PEGGY BROWN Peggy —Tri-Hi-Y 10,11,12— East Athens--seen in Wilawana— G. A.C. 10,11,12--brown hair Dramatics Club 10--Cheerleader 10, 11,12--Discussion Club 11 Spanish Club 10--Record Club 12--Jr. Prom committee n--Minstrel 10, 12. S ALBERT ANTHONY BYDAIRK F.F. A. 10,11,12-- Sunny F.F.A. President 12—Minstrel 12—sound effects for plays 10--ex-ticket seller at drive-in--motorcycle--seen at Chacona's—One of the ridge runners. 0 ' T m® Mixed chorus II, I2--Boys'chonkP ys 11, !2--class officer io--Ju$Hor V’ Play I i--Baseball io,i 1,12—Fas ” ketball 11 -Dramatics Cluf ijy; Mr I2--Jr.-Sr. Prom 11 - -Goumy rus 11--Exchange studej Kui --r ion dollar trophys--jk pul pet D eve y HERBERT KARL CHANDLER Minstrel i2--baseball 10, II, I2--Football 11,12--Basketball 10,11, 12--good mixer--soda jerk at Elba --Mixed chorus io, II, l2--Boys' chorus io, II, 12 Pigskin Chasers io, II, I2--President of Pigskin Chasers 12. JACK CALLEAR Our speedy fullback--football io, Il,i2--track il,l2--coon hunter ? --F.F. A. IO, 11,12- - Pigskin Chas-ersl I, I2--F. F. A. Basketball io, 11, i2--black Ford--winning smile --Minstrel 12. RONALD CARMER Pigskin chasers io,i i,l2--Football io, II, I2--Captain of football 12 Track io, II, I2--Discus throw, District 8 championship io, II--Track, state meet io, 11--Minstrel i2--serious. 25 (5LT KM' L DAVID CLARK Dave--mixed chorus 10, 11, 12— daydreamer--band Il l2--crazy joker--aihenian--vocabulary--state band 11--usually with Bob-Boys’chorus--minstrel II, 12— district band 11. JOYCE COLE Ulsterite--chorus 10,11,12—Tri| Hi-Y I2--G. A.C. 12—pleasai basketball iof 11, !2--softball II, i_2--Ulster minstrel A. JOYCE CORNEBY Tri-Hi-Y 11,12--blueeyes--dancing at Fraley's--skating rinks — minstrel I2--Suzie's pal—fun— motorcycle passenger-movies— infectlous giggle--quiet--pretty hair. COYLE Pafj -cute giggle--band II, 12— gh stepping majorette--G. A. C. II, 12—Tri-Hi-Y 10,11,12— very short hair—Jr. Prom commit-e--Sayre ? ? ?--Dramatic Club --Minstrel II, i2--record club --very cute. is 10,11, l£—mixed chorus 10 12- -minstrel 12--pigskin chasers 11, i2--Ford--track 10— football 10, II, i2--excellent dancer- -basketball io--athletic club 10—classy shirts. 26 VIRGINIA M. ELLIS Curly hair--brown eyes band 10, 11 Try-Hi-Y 12 — Where's Willie — minstrel 10,12—dimples-junior prom committee-county band 11--Totem staff 11 — Wha’cha reading'? --operetta--grade teacher. SYLVIA MARIE FISK Likes roller skating--G. A. C. 11, 12—neat dresser—head majorette 12--pleasingpersonality chorus 12 —dancing-jenny—Try-Hi-Y play 12 dancing in minstrel 11, 12— famous parties--drives white Plymouth—intramurals 10,11,12-loves horses. GERALD DEPUE Jerry probably be a farmer-minstrel 12--seen far by his red hair sound effects 10—East Athei Gang—usually seen driving blu Chevy--teases all the taller Annie —Tri-Hi-Y 10,11,12— Athenian 11,12--minstrel 10,12--infectous laugh--band 11,12-student council lo--neat dresser— G.A.C. II, I2--dramatics club 10 --Mrs. Southee's right hand girl-senior prom II. JOYCE ANN DOWD Joyce --hard working—Tri-Hi-Y 10,11,12—quiet—efficient--usher at minstrel 10, Jr. play and Tri-Hi-Y play 11--prom committee --record club—dramatics club-very sincere-- mins trel 12. 27 EDWARD FRANKLIN Pigskin chasers io, II, 12— Phil — pals around with Ronnie --track 10, II, I2--Try-Hi-Y play staff 12— football 10, H--never without Viola --first in javelin throw--quietest member of senior class. DORIS Doris--band IO, II, 12— Gee Whiz — long hair--triple trio—Tri-Hi-Y 12-Keystone rink--county band--minstrel 12—motorcycle and Smitty--mixed chorus io, 12--love letters in English --girls chorus io. Ed--Totem 11—enjoys sports—likes to hunt--junior play II —friendly personality--socker lo.ll—hails from Ulster-operetta 11--those corduroy shirts 11--rather shy--class treasurer 10. PHILIP GABLE EARL GEIGER Skeeter --track 10,11,12 -quiet and reserved--drives '34 Plymouth?-can often be located at Wheelook Avenue doesn't like to get dressed up--track June-likes to dance—minstrel 12-dr am a tic club 10—hill billy music is her favorite--usher for senior play minstrel 11--art club 10,11 —Tri-Hi-Y play 12—record club 12. 28 dresses neatly--minstrel i2--dead shot--blushes easily--hails from Litchfield way--record club 12. THEODORE HEDRICK Football io--black hair--basket-ball 10--pipe smoker--sharp sense of humor--baseball !2--spla$hy shirts--Shop club 10,11--pals a-round with Ernie--avid baseball fan--Yankees--minstrel 12. RICHARD HADLOCK Dick --keen mind for argument— minstrel 12--Yankees are his pride and joy--rarely does homework--recognized by his Groucho Marx walk--F.F. A. io, II, 12—gruff, but easy to get along with. JOAN HOFFMAN Bone --Tri-Hi-Y 10,11, 12— striking blonde hair--class secretary n--Athenian 11,12—majorette 10, il, 12--minstrel II, 12— distinguished laugh—Majorette club 10--class secretary 12— sparkling blue eyes—develish— NANCY HAIGHT Class president 10--honor student— Latin club 10--attends all football games-- Oh, that captain --personality--class veep Il--Tri-Hi-Y 10, 11--beautiful blond hair, but definitely not dumb. 29 SUSANNE HENRY Minstiel 12—very short--shy--full of giggles--Tri-Hi-Y 11,12— usually seen with Pat and Joyce— likes slow music--lovely hair-pleasant personality--extremely taciturn. JANET HORTON Jan--always with Shirley—Totem 11—hails from Ulster High-blue eyes--sits in the hall--likes sports -Tri-Hi-Y play i2--always joking —minstrel 12--nurse. t JAMES HUGO Develish--student council 10,11, i2--track team-Teaogan--Athenian --band 10,11, !2--county band II, 12--popular--boys chorus io, 12— mixed chorus--minstrel 11,12— pigskin chasers— Hey, what’s your bowling score? 30 JOHN H. HUNT Efficient manager--football, basketball, track--pigskins chasers 10,11, l2--visual aids 10,1 l--minstrel 12-junior prom staff—likes to tease girls --senior play staff--college—curly hair--”Hey, Bigjohnl RUTH ALICE HURD Always has a smile--minstrel 12— junior prom--Tri-Hi-Y 10,11,12-dramatics 11,--usher--sound effects 10—bookkeeping—David—pretty hair--blushes easily--drives a Stude baker. RICHARD JONES Tricky--blue convertible--holly -wood muffler--band 10,11,12--R. T.L. high scorer--basketball 10, II, I2--Iady killer--hot clarinet— orchestra Io--county band io--one eye peeled for truant officer--forgets traffic lights--pigskin chasers II,12. THEODORE KIER Hails from Ulster--minstrel 12— dislikes women drivers--Totem staff, il--chorus at Ulster—quiet?? ? —operetta 11 --class president io --makes telescopes—Science-Fiction addict. NANCY JACKSON Infectious giggle--pleasing personality-minstrel 12--always seen with Ruth--finds bookkeeping a nuisance - - happy -go- lucky - - enjoys skating- -taking commercial course—Tri-Hi-Y 12. JEANETTE JACOBS Tri-Hi-Y play 12--attractive--Tri-Hi-Y Club-- Where’s Roberta —A -thenian 11 --minstrel 12--devilish eyes—G.A.C. Io— quiet--capable usher--full of fun--tall brunette. .—c. CAROL A Carol--blue eyes—h X rodsy Pontiac--G.A.C. 10,11,12 other half-Spanish Club 10,1 youngest senior-- Gimmie thatV- f— Tri-Hi-Y 10,11, l2--Teaogan— t|je- 7 nian--Junior play--squeaky voice--horn-rimmed glasses. 31 Elaine --lovely long hair--Tri-Hi-Y II, I2--G. A.C. II, l2--will be remembered for the part of Peasblossom' in the Tri-Hi-Y Play--Athenian 11,12 --pleasant smile--loads of fun--fre-luentiv seen at Fraley 's—Minstrel 12. ■ LOIS LANTZ Triple Trio 12--hails from Ulster— Tri-Hi-Y I2--Ulster Junior Play--always late for English--Totem Staff 11 — keen sense of humor--Ulster Minstrel, IO--U.H.S. band 11 --County Chorus n--lovely singing voice. 32 JOHN KOONS Jack --Minstrel I2--always has a clever answer--Teaogan II, 12—A-thenian 12--Discussion Club io--will argue with anyone about anything— ardent Democrat and a true Yankee fan--an asset to the Senior Class. ELAINE ANNETTE KR1NER - ji i F.F. A. 10, li, i2--one of our most industrious Ag. boys--Minstrel 12--often seen driving a black Chevy--Intramurals 10--likes square dancing--homework is his pet peeve-tall, quiet-one of our class hunters. RICHARD LOOMIS Senior Play 12—tail blonde, hand-some—Baseball, 10, II--Basketball --Vice Pres. io--Minstrel io, 12-favorite hobby is girls—Track I2 Athenian 12--Totem ii--usually seen with Pete, Paul and Charles. E N LY «tH J p. Band 6,11, |2--C orus tit, II G.«. C. 19 11, l2--Tri-'ki-V 10, if, 12- esidem T Hitljj 12-Stud Council 1 —Spanish Club icy n—AthemWi11, 12 -Dramatics itf--member oi the Mile Hilling -intrarouVals 10,11, i2--en|[oys spools and roller skating- of chestra -Evening Times n-n|Tiin$treA 1$. RONA Mixed chorus iot 11, I r—Boys'W Chorus 10,11,12--likes sports Pigskin Chasers II, !2--dark brov hair--Basketball 10,11,12--Min strel 11,12--Spanish Club 10,11 --seen at Fraley’s and Keystone --hails from South Main Street. JULIA. JC ormifto, 1 12-Tri-Hi-Y lg, II, i cTk.cQlo, II, I2--Band ao, 11,12--Orchestra 10— German Band --county band II, 12—Athenian II, 12—J tin Club C, II— SpaniJh Club I, i2--MiAsuel tf%U. ARLEA MARYO1 Devilish--Jr. Play--Mixed Cho- Ov rus 10, II, 12--neat--Minstrel 12 --Teaogan 10, II, I2--Dramatics J Club 10,11,12--Band II, 12—always forgetting to remember--Tri-Hi-Y Play !2-- real rooty - kazooty. } Peggy --always seen with Ellen and Marlea--Junior and Senior play — cute--Athenian II, !2--mixed chorus 10, II, 12—Tri-Hi-Y 10, II, 12—good swimmer, keeps in good shape as life guard at pool--Band 10,11,12--G. A. C. 10,11,12. 33 ft CHARLES MAYNARD Future farmer--sports--BasJ io, ii--Soccer 10, n—pifflical joker--Totem 11--operetta Baseball 10,11,12--girls tease— F.F.A. I2--Ulsterette 10,11— minstrel 12--friendly--Chorus 10, II,12—Junior Play 11--Senior PlaX I2‘ XSyJbj yr-ite Jtjr SANFORD MITCHELL Scott —Industrious and well mannered--Band io, 11,12--County Band 10, II, !2--Dodgers and Model A Fords--Athenian 12--gives appearance of seriousness, but— likes breaking chemistry equipment--distinctive laugh—Teaogan 12. BRUCE EDWARD McNAMARA Mac —Chorus 10,11,12—Wrestling Club io, li — Sayre Interests--Dramatics 10--good looking--Sr. Play — Student Council--! I, l2--Football announcer—Minstrel i2--president of A.H.S. - -Boys' chorus I0--Foot-ball 11--Baseball io, 11--Spanish Club 10, II—Track II, 12. SHIRLEY JEANNE MERITHEW Pretty dark hair with a streak of gold—Quiet--Tri-Hi-Y 11,12— G.A.C. 12--dark eyes—always with Pat and Judy-crazy about horses— Minstrel 12--plans to be a secretary --one of our hard working commercial students. PATRICIA ANN MOLYNEAUX Patty --Tri-Hi-Y II, 12--quiet —G.A.C. 10, II, 12--a bookworm --serious minded business student --thinks Eddie Fisher is tops--minstrel 12—always seen with Shirley and Suzanne—short blonde hair-shy and demure--G.A.C. 10,11,12. 34 Y v y JAMES MULLEN F.F.A. 10, II, 12—Track 10—square J ftjL v jancer--usually with one of the Don's Vaj AavoX • fc Vv— --Minstrel 12—nice, wavy, dark hair v. . ;• • —don't let his quiet way fool you— friendly to everyone--diligent worker LAURA RUTH MUNN --very adept at farming. Chorus 10, II, I2--Class President, 11- -blonde--Triple Trio 10,11,12 --Athenian 11, !2--Senior Play II, 12- -Dance band 11,12--Evening Times, 11--interested in a certain right halfback--plays piano like a pro . -CP MARSHA ROBERT MULLEN Baseball 10, II, i2--hails from the hill --Pigskin Chasers 10, II, 12— Visual Aids, II, President 12—Min strel 11, i2--Teaogan !2--basebaU fan—Athenian 12— Where's HugieN., : -Junior Prom ii--only two-car owner in high school . yi V X JO M arty r- jdw ods—Chorus I2--Tri-Hi-YM0 Math--Discussion Club 11,12--usually with Jane Minstrel I2--Valley News 10—Distinctive gold rimmed glasses- -axies around in a ’39 Plymouth—plans' be a nurse. 0 • JULIA M£0RE Jj udy --naturally curly hair—Triple Trio 1,12--good sense of humor--. Junior play--talkative--Chorus 10,11, !2--hot rod??-- Where’s Carol? --Athenian, 11,12—Teaogan 10--G.A.C. 10,11,12--Mrs. Alger's major menace -big blue inquisitive eyes. 35 ROBERT MYERS F.F.A. 10,11,12—One of Van’s boys--Pigskin Chasers 10,11,12-Hails from Litchfield--Track 10, II, 12--prefers his motorcycle-handyman in cafeteria 10,11,12 — likes basketball--brushcutv uun PiD'BOy—Jjfcef Uaports— Tumbling Cli b r6—very ambitious --Wrestling Club n--Minstrel 12— light bjown hair-- Where's the black Olds ?—short—shy—quiet—odd jobs at Westbrook's--specks make him look serious. Marlene —attractive--Tri-Hi- ' Y 10, II, 12--neat dresser--one of our blondes--G. A. C. 11,12--Minstrel II, 12--honey sweet Tennessee voice--Tri-Hi-Y Play 12--Queen's court 11--future plans X-ray technician--interested in Eastern Military Academy. donna payne DANIEL P. NORTH Pete —came to Athens from Mt. Carmel--played football 10,II — basketball 10, II, 12--likes noisy parties--hangs out at Covey's--Pig-skin Chaser 11,12--Minstrel 12— always with the boys--mischievous, MARLENE ROCKWELL Marlene --always a smile for everyone--Chorus 10,11--Operetta io, n--Band 10,11—likes music--Tri-Hi-Y I2--Home-Ec. Club 12--former member of famous Totem staff of UHS—Minstrel io, 12—roller skating-junior Play n. DALE ROGERS Rog hates to get up in the morning-member of renowned Boys’ Chorus back in '51--Wrestling Club II--Track 12—Intramurals 10,11 --Spanish Club 10,II — 49 Chrysler --Minstrel 12-- That's a hot one --has a flair for dramatics--brain (?) in Physics--a real jovial sort of fellow—loves to tease the girls— always seen with Ralph. ROBERT RENTSCHLER Sparkling eyes--National Honor ciety II—National Thespian, Wciety 11—broadcasting 11—Football ger ll--Jr. Play 11—Sr. Pla i -Minstrel 12—Teaogan 12--Athenian staff 12—Sayrenade 11— Jr. Prom 11 --intelligent—Record Club 12--Photography Club—Spring Festival. Sjgf $y DAVID ROBERTS Basketball 10,11,12--Corduroy shirtsl Baseball 10,11,12—Soccer 10,1I— Ulster student--Minstrel 12—Totem 10, II—Athenian 12—A rare but wonderful smile—likes coon hunting (animal)— stage manager of Jr. Play. EMILY ROBERTS Roberts --shiny black hair--Totem 11 --Chorus 10,11—Minstrel 10,12—Operetta II—Jr. Play--a happy-go-lucky sort of gal--Band 10-11—class secretary 11-- My gosh --pretty voice expressed over P.A.—likes to babysit, especially when accompanied by a male. 37 MARJORIE ROGERS Marg --sloppy shirts—Jr. Prom— G.A.C. IO,ii, 12—talker—Minstrel II, 12--good things come in small packages—Jr. Play—Sr. Play—Chorus 10, II, 12—Triple Trio 12—Athenian 11, 12--thinks the Ag. class is perfect. RALPH ROGERS U, well built—Wrestling Club 10, 1,12—Track II, 12—quiet--Art Club o,n—snappy dark eyes—Intramurals ,H—Pigskin Chasers 12—interested one underclassman--Minstrel 12- sleeps through English class--friendly Triple Trio Io,II, 12—Tri-Hi-Y 10,11 12—Tri-Hi-Y 10,11— Seen Helen? — ty Chorus II—fascinating giggle— d Choms -Mr. Bresee's faithful tary- Evening Times 11—drives a Ford, occasionally. j MARY ANN ROSE G.A.C. l2--neat dresser--Athenian n, 12--enjoys reading--Tri-Hi-Y 10, II, I2--Spanish Club 10, li--pet peeve is Algebra--Jr. -Sr. Prom ll--Art Club I2--Minstrel 12—Tri-Hi-Y Play 12. DONALD SCUDDER Don — lives in Wilawana—FFA 10,11, 12—pals around with Don V. — Sound Effects io—blushes easily—FFA Vice President 12—one of the more quiet members of the class—a real jovial sort of fellow—Minstrel 12—friend to all CyaAl - (Up ia _ Another of 11,12— urer of FFA 1 io, iX, 12—blue eyes—football io,11—Track io—bowling—Pigskin Chaser 10,11,12—that red and yellow carl--Minstrel 12— Sleepy —Recreation 11,12—crew-cut. WARREN SMITH FFA 10, II, 12— Hot r motorcycl r-JrAaiJf ' excellent a tor—Minstrdl Dramatics Yo—Footbillpoi I ryK Art Club(Ibe-dra' 5 duripg fourth _ -period—Trackpio 11, ii-sr eaogi I0,IU r • 11 ( mi MARY N. SOBIECH Mary--Chorus 10—loves art class --Prominent laugh—always in Mr. Lockhart's hair—Discussion Club io —can be found teasing Smitty — lives in her blue jeans—Minstrel 12 JANE ELLEN STROUD —likeable personality. Pretty hair—Chorus io, H,i2—Jr. Play—winning smile—G. A.C. 10.11, 12—neat dresser—Latin Club II—Teaogan 12—dancing—Jr. Prom II—Jr. treasurer 11—Hilarious? —Midge in Tri-Hi-Y Play—Tri-Hi-Y Io,II, 12—giggle--Minstrel 11.12. BARBARA SPAULDING Barb —shy—Chorus io, 11—Totem 11--lovely blue eyes and blonde hair—Tri-Hi-Y 12—hails from Ulster—Ulster Jr. Play—graceful-candid—Operetta ii—Minstrel 12 --friendly smile—helpful—pleasant addition to Sr. class. 39 HELEN THOMPSON Short, sweet, neat—G.A.C. 10, II, 12—'Tri-Hi-Y 10, n— ambitious —Minstrel 11,12—Athenian II,12- -Polly's—Teaogan 10,11,12—Mr. Martin's secretary--?. A. Operator 10,11,12—personality plus—Evening ALFRED THURSTON Times io, II—Jr. Prom II—Sally's twin—Brains (?)—Wowl One of Van s boys—FFA 10, II, I2-- hunting and trapping—secretary of FFA 12—miler on track team—Football 10, II, 12--hard working--shy?--woman hater— Awful A1 —likes to draw— Minstrel 12—always driving his motorcycle. LELAND THOMPSON 'Thomp”--Genius?--Boys' Chorus 12—artist—Student Council I0,n --brawls with Bob and Jim in A P —Jr.-Sr. Plays—knows judo—Sr. President--'37 Chevy--Minstrel 12 — I'm gettin' teed off with you guys —Athenian 11,12. ROBERTA THORPE Bobbie --majorette--Girls Chorus 10—Tri-Hi-Y 10,11--thinks PA system is a telephone—Athenian 12—excellent bowler--G.A.C. 10,11,12— oh, you kids --enjoys skating--Snob's Knob--Jazz fan--Mixed Chorus 10,11 --striking dresser. 40 Don --One of the Ag kids --famed Von Wolffradt smile”--backstage man at Jr. Play--Algebra whiz--seen with Don and Jim--Not so shy--”Aw come on --Penn State--hates his middle name. MARIE WILCOX Chorus 11, i2--pretty hair--Tri-Hi-Y 10,11,12—Jr. and Sr. Plays--ex-perienced usher--Music Club 12— enjoys music--Library assistant--Nurses' assistant--Jr. Prom 11--Minstrel 12-Interest in the Navy?. Johnny”--Art Club io--Sp« Club 10,11--Science Club l handsome--nice personality-Boys Chorus 10,11, i2--stars sports--Football 12--Basketball 10 11,12--Baseball ll, 12--Pigsku chasers 12--Wrestling Club friendly--good dancer--Jr. ll--Minstrel 11,12. MARTHA-JO TREMAIN Sr. Play--loves nature--Latin Club ll, 12-- hot rods on her English bike--Spanish Club--Athenian li, 12--Art Club l2--dramatics--Tri-Hi-Y 10,ll,12. ANN FRANCES VALLILEE Cheerleader 10,11, l2--black hair--Tri-Hi-Y 10, II, 12— G.A.C. 10, II— Student Council ll --interested in the Navy--Minstrel 12--Sr. Play--Art Club io--loves spaghetti--Prom Committee 11. 41 v r CAROL WILK1NSC WILKINSON Willie --red hair--Chorus II, 12 —Minstrel io, 12—always with Ginnie--Jr. Play 11--smile for everyone--likes football and ice skating--Tri-Hi-Y i2--pleasing personality - - Totem 11 - -Operetta 11—reads a lot--May Festival 10 --Thanksgiving Program 1I — future secretary or Marine. ERNEST WILLIAMS Favorite is history—Teaogan 11,12, editor in senior year--art talent-dry sense of humor--Athenian 11,12 --Art Club 10—Science Club II — cut it out --Minstrel i2--could fine with our homework-- .V ;a? SflMB CLASS OfFICfBS LEFT TO RIGHT--JOAN HOFFMAN-SECRETARY, PAT COYLE-TREASURER JOHN TRACY-VICE PRESIDENT, LELAND THOMPSON-PRESIDENT 43 NAME PEfT PEEVE Allen, Bill Business Law Avery, Fran conceited people Babcock, Louie homework Bailey, Bev lipstick Baker, Bob Waverly Bean, Bob women Beers, Carl Business Law Bennett, Melvin girls Bennett, Paul my car Blackley, Ginger boys Bowen, Roberta Sayre Bourdette, Bob Athenian work Bradley, Dawn levies Brown, Peggy tight skirts Bydairk, Albert school Cahill, Jerry stuck-up girls Callear, Jack P. O. D. Carmer, Ron football officials Carpenter, Bill hot rods Chandler, Karl Heroes Clark, David English themes Cole, Joyce Nicknames Corl, Gordon football practice Corneby, Joyce slow music Coyle, Pat homework Depue , Gerald cops Donlin, Ann silly boys Dowd, Joyce nosey people LIKES DESTINATION women Sing Sing Eddie won’t tell Laura service Wayne Warren Center careful drivers Alaska Roberta ambulance driver women Sing Sing fishing service hot rods contractor careful drivers secretary Spaghetti college anything college Oldsmobiles secretary Don Business School motorcycles undecided Jerry Deisel Engines sports undecided sports undecided chocolate nut sundae Yankee Stadium spaghetti with the boys college music Navy Band sports Marines sports Navy sports nursing Sayre !! undecided my car service dancing undecided everything secretary 44 NAME PET PEEVE Ellis, Virginia sea food Fisk, Sylvia Pat’s laugh Franklin, Ed homework Gable Phillip wise guys Gardner, Doris boys Geiger, Earl talkitive people Goodman, June conceited boys Gorsline, Dolores Homework Hadlock, Dick girls Height, Nancy bright sox Hedrick, Ted Cops Hoffman, Joan Waverly girls Henry, Suzanne slow music Horton, Janet grouchy people Hugo, Jim women Hunt, John women Hurd, Ruth boys Jackson, Nancy moody people Jacobs, Jeannette griping Jones, Carol flirts Jones, Dick jokers Kier, Ted women Koons, Jack mile hill boys Kriner, Elaine baby-sitting Lantz, Lois sleeping Leahy, Gerald homework Loomis, Dick tardy girls Lynch, Ellen tardy people Lynch, Peggy boys in general LIKES DESTINATION apples West Chester to eat nursing fishing Navy airplanes navy singing undecided Ester Navy West Sayre Nursing Dodgers undecided p O D farming reading Medical tech. Yankees Marines boys college everything housewife traveling undecided M. Monroe Undecided fishing college bookkeeping New York City skating Business School driving nursing Gordon East Athens Pizza college Dodgers service Yankees l 2 college motorcycles telephone op. dancing Marines movies farmer dancing college sports college pizza and records college 45 NAME PET PEEVE LIKES DESTINATION Lynch, Judy physics sports college Martin, Ronald gabby women food college Maryott, Marlea physic tests pizza moon Maynard, Charlie getting up early spaghetti undecided McNamara, Bruce girls spaghetti Pres, of U. S. Merrithew, Shirley little brothers horses secretary Mitchell, Scott Model A Fords everything college Molyneaux, Patricia Shirley to read secretary Moore, Judy cats--both kinds talking undecided Morley, Marsha copy cats Hunky chicken nursing Mullen, James waiting for people sports armed forces Mullen, Robert parties sleep and baseball college Munn, Laura Laurie” Louie nursing Myers, Robert homework girls undecided North, Pete girls who smoke Coot’s B. T. O. Orshall, Donald shy girls Oldsmobiles undecided Rentschler, Robert stuck-up girls sailing college Roberts, David how about that baseball Navy Roberts, Emily certain people roller skating secretary Rockwell, Marlene rainy days most everything beautician Rogers, Dale big deals Cadallic cars college Rogers, Margie braggarts to have fun office work Rogers, Ralph yankees Virginia undecided Rumpff, Sally boys who work nights square dancing office work Rose, Mary Ann conceited people most everything nursing Scudder, Donald homework square dancing farmer Smith, Warren nosy people butterschotch pilot Sobiech, Mary nicknames skating undecided Spaulding, Barbara liver dancing armed forces 46 NAME PET PEEVE Steele, Pete Phillies Stroud, Jane late hours Thompson, Hellen unwritten laws Thompson, Leland 37 Chevie coups Thorp, Bobbie two faced people Thurston, A1 Smitty Titus, Shirley typing Tracy, John silly girls Tremaine, Martha Jo people Vallilee, Ann the typewriter Von Wolfradt, Don spelling Wilcox, Marie bookkeeping Wilkinson, Carol sitting still Williams, Earnest Teaogan councilor LIKES DESTINATION Yellow and red car paratroopers spaghetti nursing teachers commercial work Wyalusing territory pine box boys college hunting farmer ice skating music so. fried chicken undecided church Marines spaghetti business school money branch of Ag. letter writing secretary football secretary women in general newspaper 47 fjPW: E. MeritJ1; F. Robi sok B. t avis; B. O ' ROW; B. Mytrs; G. VanWoritier; B. Ludwig; ROW: B. Fox; D. ?Tebd; J. 0 elU B pepue er; Si Cordner, 'ton; M. Cam j i6n C.Parke; L. Sackett , Harding; B. Ford; J-JFplt; k hooper; B.j Sp ptfuidL ye ir TOP ROW: J. Patcon; B. Babcock; C. Cox; P. Parks; D. Cr6s$ett; G. Rj L. Gardner. 2ND ROW: M. Wheeler; J. Canfield; E. Carney; D. Chilson;J. ZulkU, 1ST ROW: R. Hatch; B. Glosenger; J. Olsen; N. Neiley, E. Rogers W ft'Jk. leocklnerJ Kip' ipinh, 7r|l f : D RO' 3I ROW: Wilbur; P. Harper; S. Soutlij-t; M. £ohcn; A. Latcimer; B. Phelps; f f-. '} ¥ yV ( i y fLeijhta?; Paine R, VUrjn. M V Y 7 p, ftafUey.-F. Bradley; P. Seager. of vents. 's,A jrifembers have iXie j ip many su£)i as football, tbnM andjjrack and th balid'aamajorettes heer Jd ders. The i c 1 n ior piay was sponsored by us as was the Junior Senior Prom. We e-lected our vice president after a bang-up campfc gn,J. Our home roorr teachers were Miss Be n, our adviser, Mr, Ma tin and Miss ONeal. We are preparing jit bo th ouir stu- y dies and our activities, for, tiuif senior year. A jy aJ lr senior year. T H P J V t J . • F{ V , YA f B. Coyle, D. Alexander, V. Vose, A. Gergle, W. Cole, D. Maynard, B. Campbell . Harris, M. Campbell. ' ROVV: q. klj3 R. - E. Smith, P. Blemle, K. Tiffany, B. Thurston, J. Lamont, A. Holbert, C. Ni oU„T. Peet.- R. - B. Casselbury,-F. Cahill, E. Chaykosky, J. Drew, B. Lee, J. Goble. r • • Q ' of °P 7?t+ + U K fi. In entering the sophomore class, we started at last on the final step to adulthoocj In a few short years we will be on our own. At the beginning of the year we chos officers of the class and student council representatives. We chose President, Dat Pipher, Vice-President, Sandy Johnston, Secretary, Joyce Blackley, treasurer Marilyn Lupton. The student council members,Carolyn Lupton, Nancy Cass Gary Forbes and Bill Reynolds. For the first time we were allowed to vote'fjtfr t high school president. a ” bu y BACK ROW: L. to R. - J. O’Shea. J. Blackley, M. Hammond, B. Kjelgaard, J. Cole, L. Gorsline. D. Lorenz. S. Culver, J. Bidlack, S. Langford. H. Learn. MIDDLE ROW: L. to R. - D. Bidlack, J. Graham, H. Dolan, G. Orshal, R. Felt, R. Burnett, P. Collins, K. Sackett, N. Parsons. FIRST ROW: L. to R. - D. Northrup, D. Howard, S. Parsons, J. Rogers, D. Hum, C. Miller. D. Chapman, J. Smith. BACK ROW: L. to R. - M. Lupton, C. Callear, D. Shadduck. E. Flaig. D. Shadduck. J. Smith, V. Phelps, E. Rumpff, D. Rogers, S. Wall. MIDDLE ROW: L. to R. - E. Kriner, B. Johnston. S. Johnston, G. Knecht. S. Sumner, N. Casselbury. P. Lynch. P. Gordon. M. Heliker. FIRST ROW: L. to R. - F. Kraft, R. Gilbert, L. Selieck, J. Fairlie. C. Sweet, P. Blend, D. Pipher, J. Harper. ROW: L. to R. - W. Delaney, J. Havens, D. Salsman, S. Vanderpoel, j. Collins, M. Blauvelt, M. Driscoll, M. Nochols, M. Hatch, A. Babcock, H. Barrowcliff. L. to R. - B. Mosier, R. Babcock, D. Murray, L. Ford, D. Scudder, B. Reynolds, R. Coyle, F. Camp, S. Williams. L. to R. - J. Goodman, J. Roberts, N. Welch, R. Shepps, J. Mitchell, R. Brennan, Y. Morris, C. Dildine. There were many new interesting subjects for us to try, typing, shorthand, biology, languages, and more advanced math. Our capable homeroom teachers, Mr. Pruyne, Mr. Oakes, Miss 0‘Neal and Miss Quick, did much to help us to be more democratic and tolerant of Athens. To understand fair play, be better students and citizens in every way. We feel that the class of 1956 will be one of the best A, H. S. has had. BACK ROW; L. to R. - E. Wells, E. Staudecker, G. Murray, S. Davidson, C. Lupton. , MIDDLE ROW: L. to R. - D. Salsman, S. Webster, J. BabcoUor FIRST ROW: L. to R. - A. Forrest, D. Dimock, T. Walter M. Rogers, J. Parmenter, B. $iles, C. Harding, G. Martz. , R.tVaow, R. Raupers. Although the freshmen of A. H. S. are not qualified to participate in the high school general election, they, are permitted to delegate representatives to the student council to familiarize themselves with the workings of school government. The ninth grade holds homeroom elections to determine the officers who will preside over homeroom activities. Room 213 chose these officers to govern their homeroom: Bob Sawiki, president; Bob Yale, vice-president; secretary Barbara Zulkosky, treasurer, Gary Sumner, and program chairman Judy Baker, and Sandra Scaife. Mr Benson is homeroom teacher. Room 207 under the direction of Mr. Jones elected these officers: president Bob Bennett; vice-president, Judy Baker and secretary-treasurer Dannie O’Shea. This class of 1957 will surely carry on the democratic principles of A. H. S. 58 BOTTOM ROW: L. to R. - R. Bennett, L. Ellis, C. Horton, G. Forrest, C. Curtis, B. Jolley. MIDDLE ROW: L. to R. - B. Sullivan, D. Darrow, D. O’shea, T. Gavette, G. Chandler, R. Brown, R. Gavette, D. Riley. TOP ROW: L. to R. - P. Bailey, G. Cole, N. Johnston, G. Campbell, J. Campbell, P. Young, D. Platt, F. Young, J. Learn, BOTTOM ROW . L. to R. D. Roberts, R. Bailey, W. Zurn, B. Jolley, G. Tolbert, R. Pelton. MIDDLE ROW: L. to R. - B. Bennet, S. Sobiech, N. Macafee, I. Karras, S. Scaife, P. Johnson, J. Campbell. TOP ROW: L. to R. - J. Kandelin, O. Whipple, W. Zurn, V. Thurston, P. Lambert, F. Schrader, R. Aumick, B. Bolonde, M. Mullen. BOTTOM ROW; L. to R. - B. Sawicki, J. Riley, G. Ford, N. Walter, L. Shepps, S. Hugo, F. Miller. MIDDLE ROW: L. to R. - H. Morris, J. Seager, T. Cotter, V. Cohen, B. Cole, N. Alexander, S. Harvey, B. Nichols, B. Rider, B. Lewis. TOP ROW: L. to R. - A. Minier, J. Brown. P. Forman, A. Hooper, R. Bartleson, P. Beauvelt, J. Scott, L. Laninger, N. Maynard, M. Randall, J. Felt. BOTTOM ROW: L. to R. - J. Hurd, E. Fan, J. Fox, J. Cole, J. Bean, B. Fay, J. Firestine. MIDDLE ROW: L. to R. - S. Hoffman, G. Sumner, M. Goble, A. Secrist, D. Hibbard, O. Weaver, J. Crowley, R. Elsbree, S. Haxton. TOP ROW: L. to R. - C. Pelton, P. Grego, E. Perry, P. Sweet, D. Noldy, N. Northrup, B. Glosenger, M. Harris, J. Covey, R. Vangasbeck, D. Hoffman. BOTTOM ROW; L. to R. - R. Wilcox; B. Warner; B. Coons; J. Lynch; C. Pietro; C. North; J. Northrup. MIDDLE ROW; L. to R. - J. Babcock; R. Bailey; J. Simmons; J. Baker; M.J. Sidney; B. Yale; C. Wandell; L. Brennen; E. Burgess; E. Beam. TOP ROW: L. to R. - B. Zulkosky; M. Eike; R. Bradley; J. Hunsinger; D. Bennett; R. Nichols; W. Parker; B. Shadduck; B. Briggs; J. NovajoskyjP. Larrabee. The members of room 210 elected Mary Lou Goble as President, Jim Fox as Vice-President, Secretary, Margo Eike , and Sandra Hoffman as homeroom Chairman. Mr. Dill is the homeroom teacher. In room 211 Bob Jolley was chosen President, Elaine Perry as Secretary, Wilma Parker, Treasurer, and Daniel Noldy as Program Chai rman. The eighth grade class or the class of '58, is divided into four homerooms. The students of each homeroom elected officers to take care of homeroom business and to represent them in class activities. In homeroom 112, Thomas Koons was the president and Margaret Reynolds Vice-President. The offices of secretary and treasury were filled by Joyce Ashley and Nancy Fitch respectively. Linda Shay was the program chairman. Mrs. Burns is the homeroom teacher. In Mr. Slicks homeroom 110, there are the following officers. President, Lynn Cooper; Vice-President, Janet Griswold and Judy Moore; secretary Joan Kithcart. Henrietta Pietro was chosen to be their program chairman. In 208 Betty Kjelgaard was the President; Jane Coyle, vice-president. Lois Minard handled all the secretarial work and Jerry Page the money. Room 208 is under the supervision of Mr. Riker. 62 BACK ROW: C. Cady; W. Congdon; L. Cooper; N. Fitch; G. Brewer; B. Corner; J. Smit; J. Jones; J. Pruyne; J. Lynch; N. Blemle; L. Rumpff. MIDDLE ROW: M. Reynolds; B. Platt; T. Duggan; B. Claypool; L. Maynard; L. Shay; M. Rumpff; L. Pritchard; L. Kreamer; N. Fairbanks. SEATED: B. Kjelgaard; N. Tompkins; H. Horton; D. Oakes; J. Lathrop;J. Moore; G. Randall; N. Storelli; M. Harding. BACK ROW--B. Wallin; K. Kier; M. Nichols; L. Cooper; P. Brown; J. Collins; D. Dowd; N. Molyneaux; P. Parks; K. Cole; W. Molyneaux. MIDDLE ROW--D. Smith; G. Gilbert; M. Cotton; Tom Frost; J. Kithcart; S. McKeel; L. Catlin; F. Corneby; J. Ashley. SEATED--C. Pond; N. Cordner; C. Jordan; J. Page; L. Walters; H. Pietro; Don Robinson; M. Catlin. TOP ROW; G. Noldy;J. Graham; L. Whipple; C. MclntirejJ. Moriey; E. Langford; P. Delaney; J. Drew; L. Buck; J. Coyle; J. Whipple. MIDDLE ROW: N. Barrowcliff; J. Cron; L. Ford; B. Harding; B. Spalin; C. Lantz; B. FlattjA. Hoose; L. Spencer; G. Parshall. SEATED: K. Dowd;J. Maryott;J. May; D. Maryott; T. Holbert; B. Lynch; L. Swoger; D. Reynolds; P. Riley. Miss Lungers's homeroom is 113. The homeroom officers are; Leigh Cooper, President; Ronald Bentley, Vice-President; and Program Chairman; secretary, Katherine Keir, and Treasurer, Marjorie Catlin. The eight grade takes an active interest in school activities and supports the whole school. They are well prepared to undertake the hardships that accompany their promotion to the Freshmen Class. TOP ROW: Tom Koons, Arthur Haight, Vernon Vanderpool, Jackie Carr, Geraldine Rogers, Carol Miller, Dorothy Martz, Eloise Harding, Roger Jolley. Clair Campbell, Sherrie Taylor. MIDDLE ROW . Janet Griswold, Howard Griswold, Robert Wheeler, Ronald Bently, Thelma Lantz, John Neiley, Lizzie Roy, Denise Fritts, Gloria Snyder. SEATED: Marcella McKeel, Janice Van Scoten, Eugene Hodge, Vincent Raupers, Majoe Bish, Donald Dowd. Carol LaDue, Yvonne Reese. The future class of 1959 should be one of the largest classes A. H. S. has had in a long time. At the present there are 114 pupils in the seventh grade. These pupils are divided into four homerooms under the competent guidance of Mr. Ayer, Mrs. Baxter, Mrs. Clark, and Mr. Drabinski. Each of the homerooms has elected a President, vice-President, Secretary-Treasurer, reporters and housekeeper. The officers in homeroom 206 are: Jim Felt, Ann Simmons, Pam Britton, Gary Tiffany and Harvey Wood-burn. In 107; Thomas Powers, Ruth Gary, Sylvia Fay, John Newbury, Shelia Lane, Stanley Robinson, and Nancy Swartwood. In 201; Paul White; Linda Rumpff, Cecelia Collons, Audrey Thompson, Rose Robinson and Bill Perry. In 109; Edward Parmenter, Mary Lynch, Sandra Rawe and Nancy Johnson. 66 FIRST ROW: L. to R. - Ronnie Baron, David Chandler, Elizabeth Smith, John Newbury, Theresa Murphy, Naomi Cron, Raymond LaDue. SECOND ROW: L. to R. - Larry Grego, Stanley Robinson, Glen Rogers, Ann Cimmons, Jack Hughes, Carolyn Hunt, Edward Par-menter, Bob Sickler, Wayne Lowery. THIRD ROW: L. to R. - Joan Northrup, Lloyd Hammond, Tomm Holley, Jim Felt, Arlene Blackley, Joan Bennett, Gary Mullen, Richard Forrest, Dale Spencer, Audrey Thompson. FIRST ROW: L. to R. Sandra Rowe, Chester Harris, Nancy Johnson, Cameron Lee, Jean Frost, Mary Lynch, Kay Preston. SECOND ROW: L. to R. - Jean Scott, Nancy Swartwood, Roger Colony, Sylvia Fay, Connie Brozoski, Virginia Harper, Marjorie May, Thomas Powers. I HIRD ROW; L. to R. - Beverly Spencer, Bonnie Lee, Roberta Ackley, Jeanne Blow, Sally Smith, Mary Hennessy, Ruth Gray, Robert Lawson, Patricia Lattimer, Frances Cordner. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FIRST ROW: L. to R. -Roman Brozoski, Rosalie DeSisto, Pam Brittain, Michael Hutchens, Roberta Hill, Sue Davis, Sandra Heliker, Mary Sackett. SECOND ROW: L. to R. - Carlyle Hooper, Francis Chandler, Paul Chapman, Joyce Harris, Charlotte Talada, Grace Morley, Henry Goodman, Wesley Hoose, Eugene Wilcox. THIRD ROW: I. to R. - Deanna Hatch, Dean Morley, Mark Graham, Phyllis Babcock, Duane Doolittle, Charles Ellis, Mary Lou Selleck, Bernard Vallilee, Albert Corneby, Sharon Riley. To the seventh graders it was a brand new experience entering junior high school. There are many different feelings as they took this first step to adulthood. Many were timid, and wondered how they’d ever learn all the numerous things. At the end of the year, everyone had lost this timidity and looked forward to what the next year will bring. FIRST ROW--L. to R. --Ronald Geiger, Janet Bish, Sheila Post, Carrol Morris, Marion Deuil, Harvey Woodburn, Jerry Allen, Lyle Cole. SECOND ROW--L. to R, - -Ronnie Swoger, Bill Perry, Mary Jean Luckey, Judy Miller, Ann Leahy, Judy Thompkins, Gary Carlson, James Smith. THIRD ROW--L. to R. - -Glenda Fraley, Robert Mosher, Jerry Forest, Rose Robinson, Donald Dunn, Gayle Brewer, Linda Rumpff, Paul White, Gary Tiffany, Ronald Bennett, Cecelia Collins. ACTIVITIES gllov sK5g and United r?lub yrtft s a triangle The Tri-Hi-Y is a charitable club with the slo Pure Actions.” The Platform: ‘‘self improvement, Chi ti' service.” The objectives are: to seek, to find, to show! The which stands for spirit, mind and body. Its colors are red wtffiite, aril represent sacrifice, purity, and loyalty. . This year the Tri-Hi-Y consists of 117 girls who elected as their officers: Fresi Ellen Lynch; Vice-President, Marlea Maryott; Secretary, Barbara Casselbury; Treasurer, Ann Vallilee; Chaplain, Peggy Lynch; Pianist, Laura Munn. ident, We started the year out with the annual Halloween Play called “Sinister House” presented by an all girl cast. Characters were: Jeanette Jacobs, Janet Horton, Shirley Titus, Joan Hoffman, Marlea Maryott, Jane Stroud, Sylvia Fisk, June Goodman, Marlene Newberry, Elaine Kriner, Pat Coyle. Another annual affair is the Tri-Hi-Y Christmas banquet with the senior boys and faculty as guest. A beautiful candlelight ceremony for the induction of new members was conducted before the high school assembly. To complete the year’s activities, the club sponsors the ‘‘Queen’s Court.” The Queen is crowned at the Senior Evening. The Tri-Hi-Y is under the guidance of Miss Reagan. The club is growing rapidly and is looking forward to many more prosperous years as an organization. B)fi fj-IH-Ittl Ml 10 S1HS11H9IH ffifflCH CLUB The French Club is one of the more recently formed clubs, being founded in the fall of 1953 by the French I class, under the sponsorship of Alice Quick. The sole purpose of the club is to teach the students more about French and the life of the French people. In learning about the French, the members have film strips, oral discussion subjects, and foreign pen pals. Every club member has an opportunity to take an active part in these programs by participation and planning. Anyone who knows or takes French may belong. With a membership of twenty-three students this year, the club meets every two weeks. During the organization meeting, Joan Parmenter was elected as president of the club. Dona Shadduck, Joyce Blackley and Hazel Learn were elected vice president, secretary, and treasurer respectively. 74 stmofi mm The spring of 1953 brought to Athens High the annual event of preparing for the Senior Evening. The finished product of hours of practicing and preparation proved to be the usual high quality entertainment. Opening the show was a musical number by Gene Johnson and Shirley Havens to introduce the theme of Memories. With the clang of tamborines and stamping feet, Wesley Bourdette our Interlocutor introduced our Endmen: John Farr, Henry Hammond, Art Dimock, Bruce Ward, Butch Benson, and Wayne Cahill. Later our Premier Endmen John Shadduck and Dick Johnston entered singing Waitin' for the Robert E. Lee . Ail through the evening the endmen kept audience laughing at their jokes, recitations and amusing antics. Laughs were not the only thing accomplished by our zany boys as many fine solos were given such as Art Dimock, Don't Let the Sure get in Your Eyes , Bruce Ward, My Lady Loves to Dance , John Farr and Wayne Cahill, Side by Side , Butch Benson, Steppin Around and Henry Hammond held the audience spellbound when he sang, I Believe . Other special numbers on the program were the dance skit Sunbonnet Sue , April Showers , and Bobbie Thorp's dancing to Bye, Bye, Blues . Soloists included: Dolores Schivens, Mary Lambert, Yvonne Kinsman, and Doris Palmer. Other notable performers were Chuck Thurston, Ella Johnson, Donna McKeel, and Pauline Schoonover doing monalogues; Ken Kitchen and Don Hunt rang the rafters with Two lay Fishes The highlight of the evening was the crowning of our queen, Doris Palmer. The queen's court proved to be as lovely as other years and every-one listened intently as Tim Brennan sang to our queen. The finale was the entire chorus singing God Bless America So ended another wonderful Senior Evening. Athenian picture problem? Click--Click--Click flTHtnifln Our financial wizards---- Remember it's deductible” Robert Bourdette Mrs. Alger . . Editor Adviser With the beginning of the school year, the senior Athenian staff was already at work on the Athenian. All the ideas and plans that would emerge as our yearbooks were still in loose form. The Athenian had a new work room in the balcony of the old gym. This arrangement gave more room for work. After many meetings, the staff finally decided on the plan for the Athenian, the cover, writings, and photographs were finally packaged and sent off, not without writers’ cramp. The senior writings had to be cut in half at the last minute, which led to complications. STflff As with any yearbook staff, the success of the project is entirely dependent on the cooperation of the entire staff. Since this is true, this 54 Athenian should be the best Athens High yearbook that ever went to press. Marsha Morley, Jack Koons, John Tracy, Robert Rentschler, and Judy Moore were especially faithful to their work. Thanks goes to the art staff, literary staff, typing staff and the business staff. TfflOGflll Hard Working? Naiurallyl I The best issue STflff The Teaogan staff of 1953-54 has done a commendable job under the competent guidance of Mr. Clyde Bresee, and Miss Arlene O’Neal and the capable direction of editor-in-chief, Ernest Williams. The staff was the first to publish two issues before Christmas vacation since the Teoagan's origin in 1947. Many new features appeared in the publication this year. The junior high was more amply represented, through the junior high home room news, a page for every home room with the students themselves as reporter. There were more columns and editorials, more illustrations, and more stories. The perennial features of the magazine, the music and sports features and the comic calandar, were carried over from preceding years and other interesting columns were added. Barbara Phelps will inherit a well organized publication. When she takes over the Teaogan in '54 as editor. The outgoing staff wishes the incoming group the best of luck. IT’S 111 THE TEflOGHR Activities Sports STUDtnT One of the most effective organizations in the high school is the Student Council. It is led by President Bruce McNamara while Mr. Bresee, the advisor, gives helpful suggestions from time to time. The council is the law-making and law-enforcement body of the school. Much consideration is given to hall and classroom conditions. Within the last two or three years, traffic difficulties in the corridors has greatly decreased because of the ingenuity of the Council. The skill of the male members in wielding a paint brush also was an important detail. The members of the Student Council through much hard work, efficiently accomplishes its duties. CHBISimOS BULL This year the annual Christmas Ball was undertaken by the senior class of 54 and the task proved successful. Although under the impression that they would have to work to break even, they overcame this and made a clear profit besides. The decorations were beautiful and everyone enjoyed himself. The orchestra was outstanding and the same effect was made by the dancers attending the ball. The success of this ball, however, is due to those who were on the committees and to the sponsors who did more than their share. . . The class of ’54 would especially like to thank Mr. Lockhart for his contributing advice which helped make the success of our ball. The Visual Aids Club is probably the most effective and most important club in A. H. S. Under the careful eye of Mr. Slick the club perfects the performance of all movie and slide machines. Now, teachers may register at the library and be assured of one of the two movie projectors along with capable and experienced operators. Of course every machine has its breakdown and the club is no exception. When accidents occur, Mr. Slick is called and the show goes on. Thanks to the Visual Aids boys. Carl Beers..............President William Allen . . Vice President VISUAL AIDS Jack Felt .Secretary Mr. Slick Advisor Remember the movies in English class) 82 HOBBy CLUB Every other week a day is set aside in Room 112 in which the students can participate in the Hobby Club. This club is under the leadership of Mrs. Burns. The variety of hobbies in this club is amazing. The boys make model airplanes, cars and trains. Some are even collecting stamps and coins. The girls do embroidery work and crocheting, but the favorite hobby of most of the girls is collecting pictures of those “tall, dark, and handsome” male movie stars. Many boys and girls just read books from the library. When you walk into Room 113 every other Thursday you can never tell what the students will be doing. They are having their hobby club meeting. Miss Lunger is their advisor. The boys make model airplanes and cars. One boy did some embossing on metal. The final product was both beautiful and useful as a picture. The girls embroider, knit and crochet. They also do many drawings which are very good. HOBBB CLUB The students in Room 201 have formed different groups in their homeroom according to their hobbies. The first club is the Comedian Club. This club puts on plays for the homeroom. Their first play was “When Sam Came In.” The play was based on good manners and how people hate to obey them. Another club is the Art Club. At Thanksgiving and Christmas time this club made scenes which made the room cheerful. The last club is the Sportsmen’s Club. The boys in this club study about animals, birds, and safety in hunting. During their spare time, Mrs. Clark reads “Behave Yourself” to them. BIRD CLUB The Bird Club, which meets every Wednesday, is a new organization to Athens High School. This Club consists of junior high students who are interested in birds. Throughout the year students have given reports on interesting birds they have observed. Another interesting project is the building of individual bird feeding stations. These stations are placed in club members' yards and are observed daily. During the spring there is great interest among the members in comparing their bird lists with one another. The students find much enjoyment by competing with one another to see strange and unusual birds. Under the capable supervision of our new faculty member, Mr. Harry Ayer, we are sure that this club will become a favorite among the students. The boys of home-room 213, under the supervision of Mr. Benson, organized the Science Club. This group of science enthusiasts hold regular meetings during the fifth period. At this time they perform experiments connected with their classroom studies, make posters using scientific theme to put up in the home room, or do any of a number of possible things connected with science. Many of their experiments are based on the principles of vacumms, prisms, electricity, and magnetism. Glen Tolbert and Richard Van Gaas Beck, two members of the club, were the reporters. fiouno THE HJORLD CLUB The students of Mrs. Baxter’s homeroom, after many suggestions, decided to have programs on interesting countries; this was called “Round the World Club.” They met every other Thursday, when the committee in charge presented their program. The following are some of the programs enjoyed by the students of the club: South America, Mexico, Hawaii, Panama, and the United States. These were presented in forms of a quiz, contests, spell-downs, and exhibits. The president of the club, Thomas Powers, presided. At the end of each meeting the group chose the next subject, and a committee was appointed to carry it out. During the first semester the program which was enjoyed the most was the one on Mexico. Mr. Lockhart, during this program, taught the students how to make paper sombreros. A search in the homes brought forth many materials from Mexico. Mr. Drabinski’s homeroom club presents a very interesting occupation for students’ spare time during the fifth period. Two students of corresponding interests join together and make scrapbooks containing pictures and articles on their individual interests. Farming, science, hunting, secretarial course, cooking, dairy farming, animal wild life, interior decoration, mixed farming, old and new fashions, flags of all nations, dogs and horses are some of the fields of interest contained in these books. The secretarial course scrapbook is very interesting. It contains several pictures showing the many different types of typewriters, business letters, both written and typewritten, and many interesting facts about secretarial work. These scrapbooks are to stimulate the students’ interest and to help them in the future to know how to organize their ideas. SCRAPBOOK CLUB LITERATURE CLUB If you should step into Room 211 some Thursday during club Period, you would see Mr. Shapiro leading a group of busy literature bugs in conquest of various types of literature of this day and age. In this club short stories and short, short stories are compared according to technical points, similarities and differences. The club reads actual stories and works of such writers as O. Henry, Benchley, etc. By the end of this year the club will have compared short short stories with the novel. They will have completed such projects as essay, journalistic writings, and editorials. They also hope to do some writing of this type. Future Longfellows this club will be. At least some will--you wait and see. These words might be the voice of any one of Mr. Riker's Dramatics and Poetry Club. During the first half year this club composed their own poems that were enjoyed by all in the Teogan. As all poems were originals, we think these might be future poets in the club. The second half year was spent in preparing the play “Let’s Make Up” for presentation to the Junior High. The play is all about girls applying make-up in public and the boy shaving to make the girls mad. Of course, it all ends well when they “make up” and all go to the prom. DRAMATICS flno POETRy CLUB Troupe 482 of the National Thespian Society was chartered at Athens High School in November, 1953. The troupe, sponsored by Mrs. Volechenisky, was inducted into the society by the Thespians of Sayre High School. The National Thespian Society is a non-secret, nonsocial honorary organization. The members are chosen on the basis of their meritorious participation in the field of dramatic arts. The Thespians have sponsored various programs, such as a special assembly and radio broadcasts. In all their exhibitions troupe 482 has certainly lived up to their motto-- “Act well your part; there all honor lies. Dramatics play an important part in the activities of the different classes and clubs. They also extend far beyond the limits of just a junior and senior play. Many of the homeroom clubs and other organizations staged productions in the form of plays open to the public, radio broadcasts, or school assemblies. Some of the more important presentations sponsored by certain groups are the junior and senior plays, the Tri-Hi-Y play, and the Thespian play. 89 presented in November 1953. It is a story in which Stanley Banks, father of an average family, finds out that his daughter Kay, plans to marry Buckley Dunstan, a goon with a pair of shoulders. After all the plans are made for a small wedding, to which everyone is asked, and the big bills start rolling in, Kay and Buckley have a fight after which the prospective groom disappears. Mr. and Mrs. Banks stay up all night hopefully awaiting the return of Buckley, who finally comes back early the next morning. After some last minute complications are straightened out, everyone is ready to go to the church where Mrs. Banks, holding up remarkably well, will gain a new son. THE CAST Mt. Banks..........................Robert Rentschler Mrs. Banks.........................Peggy Lynch Kay Banks..........................Ann Vallilee Ben Banks..........................Warren Smith Tommy Banks Leland Thompson Buckley Dunstan Bruce McNamara Paul Bennett Laura Munn Delilah Marjorie Rogers Miss Bellamy Roberta Bowen Mrs. Massoula Ellen Lynch Joe Robert Baker Mrs. Politski Martha Jo Tremain Red Dick Loomis Pete Charles Maynard Tim's man Jerome Cahill stmofl pma SENIOR PLAY “Father of the Bride,” a comedy in three acts directed by Mrs. Volechenisky, was I The jurfior plajj-“Bells'bn Their Toey“ a Sequel “Cheaper By the Dofcen” was one of the most amusing plays a junior class has ver given. Under the competent • .direction of Miss Marie Bean, the class gaVq an outstanding performance. The ' t costumes of the “roaring twenties” added • much to the enjoyment of the play. Mrs. Cilbreth Xoae jEr e . v Makha , .jjErank . . AFred J . Pat Blemle Ji) fy Canfield ■Barb'bra' jleockler Mickey Cohen Ray Walters Vern Horton Barbara Phelps Melvin Cowher Earl Carney Dick Chilson Bruce Coston John Goble Ed Rogers Barb Casselbury Tom . . . Mr. Hathaway Leora . . . a Dr. Bob Jim Drew A1 Lynch 0 i Gordy Van Wfo David Loring Francis Cahill Mr. Crawford Eddie Hooper ” — The Future Farmers of America, better known as the F.F.A., is a national organization composed solely of farm boys studying vocational agriculture. Its major purpose is to develop agricultural leadership and patriotism. The national organization includes chartered state associations composed of local chapters in the high schools. The local chapter of the F.F.A. was organized in 1935 under the sponsorship of Mr. Van Scoten, better known as “Van.” This club is one of the strongest clubs in our school and some of its members have won state and national awards. Each member of this club wears a bright blue corduroy jacket with his name emblem, and the office he holds on it. The hard working president of this organization is Albert Bydairk. The Future Farmers will graduate with a wide knowledge of agriculture, with new friends, a healthy respect for farming, the will to work alone and in co-operation with others, and a lot of experience to boot. 92 V;'J AME Rl A C • Mk. f. H. fl. The Future Homemakers of America is a state and national organization of home economics clubs. There are many benefits one receives by participating in the activities of this club. Some are sharing in solving problems pertaining to the home and community. By learning to become leaders now, its members hope to promote a growing appreciation of the joys and satisfaction of homemaking. In working for a good home and family life, democracy is stressed in the classroom as well as in home and community life. The officers are: President, Joyce Blackley: Vice President, Barbara Biles; Secretary-Treasurer, Sheryn Davidson; Reporter, Jeanette Roberts. The F.H. A. is sponsored by Mrs. Clark. According to the creed of the F. H. A., the girls must learn the meaning of democracy and value justice. They must realize the democracy has its roots in family living, and must seek with steady purpose the goals of the F. H. A. 93 ART CLUB One of the newly formed clubs of the school, the Art Club has established itself as a favorite among the students. In the few years of existence, the club’s activities have proven to be very useful on the part of the seniors and juniors. In time of need for advertising and the like all one needs to do is call on Mr. Lockhart, art teacher of our school. Although a newcomer to the school he has managed to become so popular that the club is already rising in its standing. The success of many of our plays and dances is due to the most competent advice offered by this man. We hope he will continue his brilliant career as our art teacher. The high school art class listens to the instructor. Mine units Athens School News — Athens Schools Shakespeare Film Junior Play Cast Friday Jan. 13, Athens Hi plans. a groups' ean from the both tend very er. Dawn Broadcas The Athens High School held a radio broadcast Thursday morning, January 21. The following people participated in the first part of the program: Ann Vallilee, Margorie Rogers, Ellen Lynch', Peggy Lynch, Sylvia Hugo. Marilyn Cohen. Bob Bour-dett, Jerry Cahill. Bruce Mac-Namara, and Bob Rentschler. After the skit the Juniors gave a shoVt preview of the Junior Play. Belles on Their Toes” with the following people participating: Barbara Casseibury, Barbara Gleckler, Judy Can-field, John Goble, Vern Horton, and Ray Walters. (Reporter, Viola Babcock Footoall Banquet The football te m of 1929 presented a trophy to this years am at a banquet held at Chev. rs Restaurant on Wed., Dec. The trophy was given in emory of Willard Carmer,' ther of this year's all-val-Ron Carmer. acuity guest, squad members, and friends were invited to the dinner, which it is hoped will become an annual affair. Smorgasbord was the menu for Tension filled most of the Junior rooms while students awaited the news of who made the play. Days of try-outs had limited the finals down and the cast was finally posted. The play is entitled Belles on Their Toes sequel to Cheaper by The Dozen ) and will be staged in January under the competent direction of Miss Marie Bean. The cast is as follows: Mrs. Gilbreth. Patricia Blemle; Anne Judy Canfield: Ernestine. Bar- Christmas Bail anoT... left with greaT t ....., ..... — .. .11 Felt, and James Storelli; Managers: Rodney Bart) and : Everyone knows hojojnt eekly appears in.the y‘ pv«nipg Tiroes It sfcunents to k£ep upf their ; Tri-Hi-Y iDtciAn Hal Vei RrS Do: Cot fie! hei An: Pa poi pla wi) this me! and ,Cat For weeks the senior class at A. H. S. was in a rush to get ready for the first big dance at Athens this year. There was a lot to do and hardly time to do it in with all the other pre-holiday occasions poping up. But, as seniors always do. they came through to stage one of the most thrilling events in the ‘school year at Athens. The ballroom wa oeautiful-ly decorated in true Christmas style, with Christmas trees and holly highlighting the scene. Tables, lighted by candle, were placed along the side lines and i turned an already fascinating gym into an enchanting place to, dance to the melodic Alligers orchestra. The seniors did an excellent i Job of making a wonderful occasion of our annual ball. I’m sure no one went away without being glad that they had been there. We sincerely thank the1 chaperones, faculty and everyone else who helped to make I this an event not soon forgot- I , ten. (Reporter. Barbara Phelps) rbara I 1 Junior Assembly Fridav Junuarv Tunior as it neir TeH. 'ye Un r ________i is met each week ierine onies rhere ggy Lynn As W1 knowledge of schoolJ p ftiBgs. v only V AU typ s of i)£ws are reported on, ? gives a student a chance to see his L from class meetings to a student of t ftgfne in print, but also g shim expedience in case he decides to fthe week. Reporters are those who volunteer from Mr. Ayer’s junior English y £aree in journalism, classes. we salute Mr. Ayer The sponsor, Mr. Ayer, has,had experience for this job injjl ter. follow j the other el of i the 'enty i the the bers ancy anet anny The oyed •nts. imp- mi mn ue uifu Wfj was. alsoj (export on the proceeds of t h Christmas Ball that the senfcra sponsored in Decera-! ber. The meeting was then adjourned. (Reporter. Betty Coyl fc f high ’ Tttendecf LEl mira College and now teaches reading in Athens High classes. She fs married and hasn’t any children.- Her ma4n hobby is sewing. (She claims, ahe is only e A the J crew) r JSit ’Mdrtday. January 18. Those named were: Prompters :J Gtetchen Rentschler and Mar hope she remains here for many years to come. Good Luck and Best Wishes. Mrs. Hair, from Wheeler: propertiesT Dawn • uccessful stay Crossett. Susie Southee Jack at Athens. (Barbara Phelps, re- —■ . ■ —-- ppner) — PIGSKin CHASERS As one of the most traditional clubs of the school, the Pigskin chasers have been very successful under the competent supervision of Mr. John Childs. Every year the Club is confronted with the same problem, the sweaters, and every year it is solved the same way, by selling football programs. To enter this club, however, the story is different, because an initiation is required. Although this event is not looked forward to, no one P. «. OPffiflTOBS At ten minutes of twelve every morning a very familiar sound is heard throughout the halls of Athens High. “Attention please -stand by for general announcements. This familiar phrase is the introduction to each day’s special announcements and is heard in every junior and senior high class room. There are many every day, routine duties of these fifteen efficient public address operators. Each period of the day a person can find these operators waiting, ready to take different calls that come in. Sometimes these are just to give the teachers in a certain room a message, or to call a student to the office for many different reasons. Also every afternoon, sixth period, the program, “School of The Air , is broadcast into the grades from kindergarton to sixth grades. The job of being a P.A. operator is a very enviable position. Who else can sit around on a overstuffed chair or. a comfortable couch, eat candy, and listen to the radio or gossip on school time? No one but those lucky public address operators. music If .1 n c 4 | CII r4 MClt Alto Clt. . 4MCIt Ci Alto Sol r Alto So 4‘ tf 15 M1 -j iM tJ 4 n ns t - ♦ 3] PfP • I I • s Bo«« Sol-tkCottro oosCtt. 4 n s 4 i m If | CL'L j£VjT Lfi ‘ •? £ j £!r :i' '_j=‘ I LT if ‘Lr i let. ton (tr+jf f : f VH. I •-’ | f--Bifj|NM. n T7. U • 100 The Athens High School Band, under the direction of Mr. Ernest Rolston, is always an outstanding representative of our school. This year, as always, the band was a credit to A. H. S. Its sixty-four members provided intertain-ment between the halves of the football games as well as in the Winter Concert and the Spring Music Festival. BAUD The Band also played at special assemblies and radio broadcasts. The only regrettable fact is that Mr. Rolston is leaving Athens High School this year. Although he will be deeply missed by both the student body and the members of the band, the Athens band will more than likely live up to the standards that it has worked so hard to establish. TRIPLE TRIO This musical organization, under the competent guidance of Miss Wood, ■was organized in 1941. Originally, it was only a sextette, but in order to be a more general (npu ic group it was enlarged to be Usually the of all diff is a student--this year it is Laura Munn, a very talented pianist. Besides singing for special assemblies throughout the year and the Christmas and Spring Concerts, the Triple Trio sings for outside organizations, such as the Rotary, and Eastern Star. There is a wide variety of songs they sing--from hymns and spirituals (‘'Little David”) to old favorites (“Memories”, “My Buddy”), to popular songs (“Sentimental Journey”, “Stormy Weather”). BOy$’ CHORUS Under the capable direction of Mr. Clyde Bresee, the boys’ chorus has established on the public the impression of a group of well-groomed young men. They have performed over the past three years with the characteristic features of a well-trained group. Their appearances have been in the spotlight of many of the well-known organizations in town as well as outside. Their sparkling white shirts and colorful ties produce a sharp effect on the people and often add to the song. Throughout the years, Mr. Bresee, has left the boys with the impression that your appearance is one-half while the song is the other. This should be valuable information to those who plan to step out in the world by themselves. So, to be truthful and speak for others, Mr. Bresee is to be given much appreciation not only for his contributing work toward better singing but also for his sensible advice on the side. We must not forget our loyal pianist who follows the club faithfully to its destination--Marcia Hammond. Laura Munn Marsha Hammond Accompanist Accompanist The senior high mixed chorus is exactly what it says. This organization is made up of fifty boys and girls who are genuinely interested in music. These fifty are divided into four groups: sopranos, altos, tenors, and basses. Throughout the year this group sings for such things as the Spring Concert, Christmas Concert, and other important events. Each year there are a few students who are chosen to represent Athens at the County and District Choruses. These students are chosen on their ability, poise, and interest in singing. Under the able direction of Miss Emma Wood this chorus does exceptionally well, and the students look forward to the concerts with anticipation. MISS WOOD Danice Noldy Director Accompanist Most people believe that there is nothing like the blending of young voices lifted in singing a lovely song. If any non-belivers should ever happen to hear our junior high chorus in just such a state, they would certainly change their minds. For the chorus, under the direction of Miss Emma Wood, is composed of boys and girls from seventh, eighth, and ninth grades. Placed in their particular voice position, they practice regularly. These students are not only enjoying themselves, but learning useful knowledge too. 105 mm BRAD The Junior Band provides an opportunity for junior high students to familiarize themselves with band music and procedures. BRASS SEXTET The Brass Sextet, composed of senior high students, performs at special school activities such as plays, assemblies, and radio broadcasts. Dflnct BARD As the name indicates, this group of musical masterminds provides pleasant music for high school dances. on CHRISTINAS conctfii SPORTS 109 f 3 . V ( n A r fdM AStA J¥x - Ay. JU-r'lj+ c W ArljjJ t '( A •J‘y A-w ■'“ ' A ’ • Another member of the Plaster Cast . 0-25 . . Athens . 13-0 . . Athens . 16-13. . Athens . 19-0 . . Athens . 12-12 . Athens . 14-14 . Athens . 14-20 . Athens canceled Athens . 25-0 . . Athens Carbondale . Clark Summit Owego . Sayre Canton Horseheads. Towanda. Troy . . . Waverly . Baker slowed down at last Plaster Cast Club jumoft vflflsua football Towanda . . 6-13. . . Athens Towanda . .13-21 . . . Athens Sayre . . . 6-12. . . Athens Sayre . . 6-6 . . . Athens Troy . . .12-6 . . . Athens 1st and Ten Decorating Goal Post mm 13 Opening Kickoff Goble, First TD PLflytRS v Members of All-Valley team SNAPSHOTS Pep Rally Coach Lockhart and Waterboy Bresee 1 14 Homecoming Queen SNAPSHOTS Cheerleaders at Pep Rally for Sayre-Athens Game A Cheer for the Senior Boys 'Vi. illy for Sayre-Athens Ciame, , 'r Characters of Ye Olden Times. Seen at Pep Rally for Sayre-Athens Ga A Tense Moment J.V. CHffRLfflDffiS Have you ever stopped to wonder just exactly how much work goes into being a good cheerleader? Well, it’s not an easy job by any means. To the average spectator these peppy cheerleaders are justa group of girls having a good time cheering their favorite team. This is only partly true —they really work very hard to get the cheers worked up. Practically every night after school, one finds either the jayvee or the varsity cheerleaders practicing diligently in the gym corridor. The jayvee cheerleaders write their own cheers, which are used exclusively by them. This is also true of the varsity cheerleaders. The five freshmen who are junior varsity cheerleaders are: Judy Baker, Helen Rogers, Barbara Glosenger, Betty Shadduck, Danice Noldy, and Mary Shadduck, mascot. The varsity cheerleaders are: Anne Vallilee; captain, Ellen Lynch, Judy Canfield, Sylvia Hugo, Mickey Cohen, Sandy Johnston, Nancy Casselbury, and Peggy Brown, a cheerleader for the past two and a half years, was unable to continue through the rest of this year. The varsity cheerleaders’ new uniforms add much to their appearance. The girls who wear the uniforms of blue and white possess a strong school spirit. They must have this because they must always be willing to give themselves to their Alma Mater, spending many hours drilling and practicing the cheers over and over. Best of luck to the cheerleaders in the future--may they always uphold the standards of the cheerleaders in the past. 117 Roosevelt Trafl League Champions and P. 1. A. A. District IV Champions ISKfTBALL a 5k.i ' AVt of1 lT. p$6i., A- ■ Owego 48-40 Bing. Central 93-57 Waverly Canton Mansfield Sayre Troy W y la using Towanda 45-41 53-65 26-59 53-55 56-73 33-67 61-60 ’ V jr Athens Athens Athens Athens Athens Athens Athens Athens Athens 1 Troy Game Starts Canton 54-78 Athens Waverly 48-41 Athens Mansfield 42-58 Athens Sayre 54—66 Athens Troy 70-65 Athens Towanda 53-71 Athens Wylausing 68-84 Athens Owego 51-63 Athens Sayre 50-64 Athens All Star (Mansfield) 1 18 jtimoft vnflsiry BASKETBALL Owego 36-42 Athens Towanda 29-27 Athens Bing. Central 101-55 Athens Canton 30-43 Athens Waverly 46-50 Athens Waverly 51-39 Athens Canton 32-42 Athens Mansfield 38-52 Athens Mansfield 23-38 Athens Sayre 30-33 Athens Sayre 25-38 Athens Troy 32-33 Athens Troy 31-28 Athens Towanda 25-32 Athens Wyalusing 12-50 Athens W yalusing Owego 28-56 67-37 Athens Athens 1 19 BASEBALL Wyalusing Troy . Canton Towanda . Sayre. T roy . Wyalusing Canton Towanda . Sayre . 120 5- 3 Athens 9- 11 Athens 2- 0 Athens 5- 0 Athens 3- 2 Athens 1 - 8 a Athens 8- 7 Athens 2- 0 . Athens 8- 6 Athens 4- 10 Athens Participants Athens’ Place TRUCK Sayre, Elkland, Athens Penn Relays Athens, EFA, Southside, Athens Athens, Waverly, Sayre, Owego, Elkland, Mansfield (Athens Invitation) Waverly, Sayre, Athens District IV Williamsport B team, Athens State Meet (14 boys from Athens) Goble, Babcock, Munn, Arnold--Mile Relay Geiger--High Jump Hugo--Pole Vault 1 st 5th (13 schools) 3rd 1 st 3 rd 2nd 2nd 5th 4 th 5th AHS Personal Records 100 yd. da sh 220 yd. dash 440 yd. run . 880 yd. run . 1 mile. . 200 yd. hurdles High jump . Broad jump Pole vault . Shot put................ Javelin throw . . . . Discus throw . Dick Jackson (1952) Dick Jackson (1952) Dick Crandall (1952) Bob Myers (1953) . Warren Smith (1953) Don Callear (1952). Dick Jackson (1952) Ralph Rogers (1953) Herb Eike Glen Hunsinger Jim Hugo A1 Fraley (1 952) Phil Gable (1953) . Ron Carmer (1953). . . 10.2 . . 23.5 . . 53.5 . . 2:13 . . 5:00.5 . . 22.5 . . 5’10” . . 18 7” 10’6 41’ 11 3 4 . . .154’ . . 128’ 121 The boys’ physical education classes carry out an athletic program designed for those who are not competing in an inter scholastic sport at the time. The well equipped gymnasium provides the facilities for a well balanced program. All of this can be attributed to Mr. Oakes, the boy’s popular instructor. Boys’Gym Mrs. Jones, Athens High’s lithe gym teacher is a patient, understanding person with a sense of humor. In teaching girls’ gym class the first two traits are most desireable, but the last is absolutely necessary. Imagine having a group of giggling girls dashing madly around a huge gym and imagine trying to get a semblance of order! The girls are instructed in the fine arts of basketball, tennis and almost all sports, but having a fine time as they learn. GifiLS’Gym While This Is Going On Outside...... IHfllfITfllllllCf This is Going on Inside, flDVERTISEIMIlTS Lomy fynERflL Honf PIPE ORGAN MUSIC. 225 SOUTH MAIN STREET ATHENS PA. NEED MONEY? FOR NEW OR USED CARS SEE 11 .J. BLUE SWAN YOUR CHRYSLER-PLYMOUTH DEALER DISTRIBUTORS OF ATLANTIC PETROLEUM PRODUCTS WILLIAMS OIL -O-MATIC OIL BURNERS ATHENS PA. Success To The Graduates Of 1954 ATHENS PHARMACY Next To Market Basket FORBES AND EDDY’S Phone TU23134 Farm Bureau JAY’S FURNITURE CO. 227 South Main St. Athens Pa. E. E. CAMPBELL Choice Meat And Groceries Insurance Athens COMPLIMENTS OF POLLY’S RESTAURANT 0 EAlhtHUF-l HE BRIDE V 'r ' TI NCRALADM SO ! %:00 SATURDAY NOViI ? SENIOR-PUW Compliments of Prescription Pharmacists Across From The Post Office Athens Pa. WOLF FURNITURE CO. Desmond St. Sayre Pa. We Give S H Green Stamps Compliments of ACKLEY BUICK Your New Buick Dealer In The Valley 508 S. Elmira St. Athens Pa. Compliments of GEORGE HORTON 326 S. Main St. Athens Pa. Compliments of The Meades DOC AND MIL G. W. GWINN CLOTHING STORE Athens Pa. A P TEA COMPANY WOODS FARM SUPPLY Athens Pa. COVEY’S “COOT” ATLANTIC SERVICE STATION We Give S H Green Stamps Everything For The Automobile Tires, Toys, Television Etc. WESTERN AUTO Guy W. May Athens Compliments of DEWITT ELECTRIC Contracting Wiring Appliances Radio T. V. Sales And Service 320 South Main St. Athens, Pa. Compliments Of H. E. WALKER SON Plumbing And Heating Athens Pa. Compliments Of H. M. HAIR SON Everything For The Builder TU 39274 Athens Pa. Compliments of FORREST HOUSE T. H. Scanlin Owner NORTH JEWELERS Athens Pa. Wave fly N. Y. SAYRE MOTOR COMPANY SALES Best Wishes From STROEHMANNS NASH SERVICE 206 Keystone Ave. TU-2801 NEW-USED CARS Modern Wrecker Service Bakers Of SUNBEAM BREAD Compliments Of PARKS’ RED AND WHITE ULSTER COOPERATIVE G.L.F. SERVICE INC. Feed, Seed, Fertilizer Farm Supplies Ph 2341 ULSTER HARDWARE Ulster Pa. L. E. LOOMIS Groceries Athens Pa. WALTER G.CHAFFEE Compliments of JOE’S SPORTING GOODS TU-38703 Sayre Pa. Compliments Of ART REAGAN JEWELRY We Give S H Green Stamps Compliments Of ROCKMANS Sayre Pa. Compliments Of WOODWARD’S DEPT. STORE Sayre Pa. Compliments Of AL THEETGE CHEVROLET COMPANY Compliments Of JIM PALUZZI Elmer Ave, Sayre Pa. Fashions For The Entire Family At BROTANS Compliments Of BEAN’S GROCERY TU 2-5767 East Athens Compliments Of SHERWIN WILLIAMS 206 Desmond St. Sayre Pa. Compliments Of YOUR DAILY NEWSPAPER THE EVENING TIMES Compliments Of KOHLER PONTIAC CO. Dollar For Dollar You Can’t Beat A Pontiac Sayre Pa. EVANS CHAFFEE YOUR QUALITY STORES Sayre Towanda f Compliments Of SHARPING INC. SHOE STORE Quality Footwear For The Entire Family Desmond St. Sayre Pa. DUNNE’S PASTRY SHOP For The Best In Pastries TU-3-1 752 West Sayre TU-8-7381 Athens Compliments Of The SAYRE WATER CO. Compliments Of CLASER’S DRUG STORE Sayre Pa. Every Hour Every Day Your Glad It's Gas VALLEY CITIES GAS CO. GAS LIGHT CO. OF WAVERLY WM. R. MARGOLIN COMPANY STOVERS SHOE STORE Athens Pa. Compliments Of LELA STEVENS DRESS SHOP THOMAS AUTO SUPPLY Clothes With A Flair Athens Pa. Compliments Of ROY SACCO’S BARBER SHOP Compliments Of Athens Pa. HAVEN FUEL COMPANY ARMSTRONG CLARK DRY CLEANERS Compliments Of DAUGHERTY SERVICE STATION MOTEL Ulster Pa . We Install Service All Major Appliances HAGGERTY’S APPL. CENTER Philco-Frigidaire Magna vox Admiral Zenith Easy Hoover Maytag Whirlpool Majestic Duo-Therm Sayre Waverly ERNEST CATLIN SON WHITE TOP TAXI TU-3-21 1 1 24 Hours Compliments Of Serving The Valley Athens Sayre Waverly DURRANT’S SODA BAR RUDY GALLUP RICHARDSON’S NEWS 432 S. Main St. Clothes to wear for men who care come from: STEIN’S MEN’S SHOP 134 Desmond St. Sayre Headquarters for Arrow Shirts, Michaels Stern Clothes, Swank Jewelry Samsonite Luggage Compliments of Bolich Bros. Hardware 140 Desmond St. Sayre, Pa. Compliments Of Valley Coal Company Dealers in Oil Burners And Stokers Boilers And Furnaces Fuel Oil Sayre, Pa. Compliments Of W. T. GRANT CO. Your Friendly Store 125 W. Lockhart St. Sayre, Pa. Compliments Of J. W. BISHOP COMPANY Coal - Fuel-Oil - Kerosene Sayre, Pa. Compliments of GLASER’S GIFT SHOP Sayre, Pa. For Music News And Sports, Keep Tuned W-A-T-S • k c Listen To Yankee Baseball During The 1954 Season Wherever You Go There Is Radio Sayre Pa. CROFT LUMBER CO. Everything For The Builder Complete Line of Hardware And Plumbing 101 Spring Street Sayre, Pa. Phone TU-20834TA-27691 BEST WISHES FROM LOCAL 1067 LEHIGH VALLEY MACHINIST UNION SYLVANIA TUNGSTEN AND CHEMICAL DIVISION GUY WEST OFFICIAL ATHENIAN PHOTOGRAPHER WAVERLY, NEW YORK PflTROnS RALPH MILLARD HASTINGS BEAUTY SHOP MISS MARY LAMBERT MR. ARTHUR DIMMOCK MISS MARY HOFFMAN MISS NANCY RUMPFF MR. PAUL SHORES MISS JACQUELYN BURNETT MR. J. LYLE MORLEY MR. LOUIS BEACH MISS MARCELLA STROUD BARTLESON BEAUTY SHOP MRS. EMMA SHELDON BOYLE’S BOOK STORE MRS. J. R. BALLORD MISS JANE RAW LEY MISS MARGE RAWLEY MISS BETTY FLOOD MR. CHARLES CAHILL MISS EUNICE HANCOCK MISS ELLAMAE MULLEN A FRIEND MISS LOIS VANS ICE MR. C. L. MOORE MISS PAULINE SCHOONOVER MISS MARY CLAIR MINGOS MISS LILLIAN LOOMIS MISS JANE HARDING COMPLIMENTS OF THE PROFESSIONAL PEOPLE OF ATHENS DR. H. D. RENTSCHLER DR. R. E. WHITMOYER DR. W. H. ALLEN DR. J. T. LITTLETON DR. E. M. BRENNAN MR. R. K. BO LINGER DR. J. C. LYNCH DR. R. B. GREGORY DR. D. R. BAKER DR. W. E. DOTTER DR. J. S. NILES DR. W. BAURYS DR. M. D. MARTIN DR. J. B. CADY DR. E. KULCZYCKI DR. I. F. BIX BY DR. S. J. CIMMONS MRS. L. M. COOK, ACC. MR. R. E. HOPKINS MR. J. P. VALLILEE School Begins Introducing her candidate Senior Pictures Arrive Mr. Ralston conducts the Band 152 The Fire Dep't Assists at Bonfire The New Parking Lot ---------71 ■ ■ : % IT

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