Benjamin Franklin High School - Electron Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 90 of the 1945 volume:

W nlmnnnc OF THE jwey lz anal jlu'rteentL graduating Cfaddeb geniamin jrarifin MgA .SJCAoof JHI'IUHRV-JUIIE-1945 ehitatinn ta $erbtce men This book is respectfully dedicated to all our colleagues in the Armed Services. Mam W awed J1. W; ipal Princ BENJAMIN FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL My ibear griencla 0K lLe graduating CZIM GRADUATES of the twelfth and thirteenth class, you are more fortunate than those who have preceded you. You are more fortunate in that, while you face induction into one of the Armed Services, your term of service will probably be far shorter than that of those who have preceded you. Certainly the end of hostilities in Europe is in sight; and while no right-rninded person would attempt to forecast the date for cessation of hostilities in the Pacific area, the likelihood is that, once the combined power of Great Britain, China, France, and the United States, and we all hope, Russia, is brought to bear on the Japanese enemy, the collapse of Axis resistance will soon be completed. By the use of the word soon , I do not mean to suggest that a few days will suffice to bring about Allied victory; nevertheless, the war cannot possibly go on as long as it, has. On this score. I rejoice for you who may be able to live normal civilian lives in the relatively near future. Likewise, I am happy at the thought that those who preceded you in the Armed Services will soon be back with us to work for the betterment of society in general and for the Benjamin Franklin High School. Your job when the war is over Will be to help build a better world at peace. How we shall do that, no one can say; but it is my conviction that an application to normal civilian pursuits of the principles of social living which you have learned at Franklin High will result in more satisfying lives for all. I hold this out to you as an ideal worth striving for. In conclusion, I want you to know that you have not only our best wishes for success and safety in the days ahead, but also our assurance of help, if you need it, at any time when you feel this school can be of service to you. Good luck to you all! Sincerely yours, CHAS. H. WILLIAMS Principal Mr. Martin .57 joAnJon Sponsor TWELFTH AND THIRTEENTH CLASSES FRANKLIN ALMANAC PageB J4 pfain jag zn' you ant! We NCE upon a time a little boy was born into. this great world of ours. His parents adored him, as parents should, and their dreams and hopes for his future knew no limits or bounds. As time passed he grew strong in body and mind. In his boyhood he played as a boy should, and when he reached man's estate he worked hard, as a true man should. He did not amass great wealth, he did not have thrust upon him the plaudits of an admiring world. But whatever task was given. him to do, he performed to the best of his ability; Wherever he could help some other human being, he never failed. As his declining years drew near, he often felt that his life had been somewhat of a failure, for he had never led mighty armies, or guided great governments, or directed the fate of nations. It was therefore with great diffidence, yes, even terror, that he approached the final day of judgment, and appeared before the bar of Divine justice, in that court where so many of the world's most prominent figures had been weighed and found wanting. His soul failed him, for What possible chance could such a poor humble creature have? But the words that came ringing to his ears came not from mortal lips, but from the Divine searcher of all hearts and lives: Well done, faithful servant; thou hast been faithful to thy appointed tasks, and thy reward is sure. Enter thou into the joy prepared for thee! .70 m? $ear grienold 0f tAe Graaluating Cfadd: Page 7 1945 Senior Cfadd OXficem WILLIAM PELZER BURTON BARRISH President Treasurer IAMES BRADLEY GERARD PANICHELLE President President Book One Book Two FRANKLIN ALMANAC Paqe8 .xdfmanac Cllairmen IUDAH BROG Write-ups LOUIS MANCINELLI . BURTON BARRISH Class History Vital Statistics Pageg 1945 mum gazzjwezm 57w First rOWhBubin, Pelzer, Barrish, Brog, Mcmcinelli. Second row Gider, Brown, Rosenberg, Fishbein, Diamond, Perlov. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 10 J4rouncl jranAfin lillitll flu; jueffld Cfadd Mfaf 9alidticd HQfA Cfadd Greatest Lover ............................................................................................ A1 Rubin Most Popular ............................................................................................. Wm. Pelzer Most Likely to Succeed ............................................................ Harvey Rosenberg Best Student ................................................................................................ Judah Broq Most Active in School Affairs .................................................. Burton Barrish Best Dancer Basil Selden Best Athlete ................................................................................................ Vicent Iaras Shows Most School Spirit ................................................................... Isaac Mason Handsomest .......................................................................................... Marvin Jacobs Best Dressed ...................................................................................... Everett Jones Quietest .................................................................................................. Henry Zaions Loudest .................................................................................................... Ioe Nitzsky Sleepiest .............................................................................................. Meyer Kormcm Most Wide Awake ............................................................................ Ben Fishbein Cleverest and Wittiest ....................................................................... Danny Perlov Best Loafer .............................................................................................. Jerry Pugh Most Energetic ...................................................................................... Arnold Tryness Favorite Teacher .................................................................. Mr. Rosenberg Most Studious ..................................................................................... Lou Mancinelli Most Probable Bachelor ...................................................................... Harry Adams Favorite Movie Star ................................................................................ Betty Grable Favorite Book .......................................................................................... Strange Fruit Favorite Band ...................................................................................... Jimmy Dorsey Best Song ............................................................................. Sometimes I'm Happy FRANKLIN ALMANAC ROLL CALL OF THE TWELFTH CLASS HARRY ADAMS BOB 1335 BRANDYWINE STREET Electrical Construction Stoddart Ir. High Bob always got along fine with everyone. He is noted for his fine record for attendance and promptness. We are all confident that Bob will make good in life if he just stays as he is. BURTON CHARLES BARRISH BURT 200 BROWN STREET Academic Kearney Burt was the kind of boy that took part in every school activity that came up. He was an exceptionally good artist and as proof of this he designed and painted a Christmas window for our school. He was also one of the pioneers of the School canteen. Says Burt of Franklin: It's a swell school. Says Franklin about Burt: He's a swell guy. Good luck, Burt. Activities: Senior Class secretary, Record Book staff. Iunto staff, Canteen chairman, Track team, Student Patrol, Student Council. ALLEN BAXTER BUS 518 PARRISH STREET Mechanic Arts Northeast High Running fast and playing football was Bus's most enjoyable activity. He was always smiling and ready to take part in school affairs. The halls of Ben Franklin will miss him and so will all the fellows. Lots of luck, Bus. Activities: Football, Track. BERNARD BAXTER DESPERATE HOOKS 2127 N. VanPELT STREET Machine Construction FitzSimons Ir. High Hooks is one of the hipsters of the class, a fine dresser, and always ready to deal out the jive. For his gay and pleasant personality he is well liked and Will be missed by the members of his class. His favorite pastime is dancinqeand girls! Activities: Lieutenant of Student Patrol. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Paqel4 IOHN BELL HEAD 1631 N. 19TH STREET Commercial Vaux Ir. High John was a lieutenant in the Chris Perry Drum and Bugle Corps, and was well known around the school, He could always be identified by the stack of books he carried with him. We wonder if he ever read them! If the answer is yes, we are expecting to hear of him as Professor John Bell in the future. Activities: Football. JAMES BRADLEY PEE WEE 1225 N. IESSUP STREET Electrical Construction Stoddart Ir. High Although small in stature, Pee Wee was great in char- acter. His good disposition and friendly manner made him popular and well liked by his classmates. His good work in our Canteen was a distinct asset to Ben Franklin High. His genial manner and friendliness Will make him a welcome addition to any society he may frequent. Activities: Student Council, Canteen Committee, Book President. JUDAH BROG GENE 844 N. 5TH STREET Academic Stoddart Ir. High Gene was known as the best student in the class. His success in the academic field has been phenomenal. Despite the fact that Gene had to work after school he was always wide awake and ready with his work in the classroom. He was not only a good student, but also one of the gang and participated in all pranks. He was the originator of a petition which was given to a teacher and became the best prank of the term. Gene expects to enter the University of Pennsyl- vania to study law. Franklin is certainly going to miss a great fellow and a fine student. Activities: President of Correspondence Club, Asso- ciate Justice on Student Court, Record Book Staff, Iunto. ROBERT BROWN BOB 1714 N. 19TH STREET Academic Vaux Ir. High As a graduate of the Vaux Jr. High Brown came to us as a person determined to reach the top in scholastic standing. He not only accomplished this, but also be- came the friend of everyone. His earnest efforts to make good will bring him much success in the future. Brown's favorite pastime is Girls and Dancing. Activities: Record Book, Iunto, Temple Scholarship candidate, Student Association. THOMAS COOPER BIRD 1922 N. CROSKEY STREET Industrial Vaux Ir. High Bird is one of the most silent men in our class. He is very efficient in the auto mechanic shops and expects to go into business torthimself. We will all remember him as a swell fellow, who always backed up the school. Activities: Iunio. EDWARD DARDEN EDDIE. IR. 2144 W. ELLSWORTH STREET Industrial Barratt Jr. High Eddie was a very popular boy among the students, here at Franklin, and also at William Penn. He was a member of our fencing team and expects to go into industry as a machinist after graduation. Activities: Fencing Team. FRANK DIAMOND FRANK 1101 N. 3RD STREET Academic Penn Treaty Frank was among the best students in the class, ex- celling in geometry and trigonometry. He was also an excellent artist and did much to portray his ability. Most of the fellows will agree that Frank was a swell guy despite the fact that he was one of the puqilists; of the class. JULIUS ELLIOTT IULES 1864 N. DARIEN STREET Mechanic Arts Penn Treaty Ir. High Julius, one of our few Mechanic Arts students! is a popular and diligent fellow. Julius came to us from Penn Treaty, from which he graduated with honors. He is interested in sports and spent some time on our Track and Football teams. His objective in life is to become an Aeronautical engineer. Since he is such a pleasant fellow with a nice personality, he should not have much trouble in reaching his goal. Good luck, lules. Activities: Record Book, Football, Track. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 16 BENIAMIN FISHBEIN BEN 231 FAIRMOUNT AVENUE Academic Penn Treaty Ben was the brains of the class, especially when it came to social studies and politics. He loved to debate, and was an outstanding member of the Debating team. Ben was also a member of the Football team and displayed amazing school spirit when he went on the field with an injured leg. He expects to go to Penn State and take up a combination of teaching and law. We are sure that our school will be well represented by a dam nice guy. Activities: Football team, Debating team, Student Court. SPIRO GHICONDES 5328 OSAGE AVENUE Electrical Construction Vaux Jr. High Besides being a good student Spiro was a true boxing ian and a boogie wcogie artist on the piano. He could usually predict the outcome of a fight and gave many of the boys profitable tips. Spiro intends to become an electrical engineer. Good luck, Spiro. HERMAN GIDER HEBM 4716 N. 12TH STREET Mechanic Arts Stoddart Ir. High Herm was one of the best political minds in the class. Whenever anyone mentioned politics Herm always was interested and usually proved his point. He was also the best imitator of the teachers and I can safely say that every boy who ever knew Herman will miss him. Gccd luck and lots of success to a swell fellow. Activities: Locker Committee. CLIFTON GOSS CLIFF 2239 OAKFORD STREET Mechanic Arts Barratt Jr. High Clifton Goss will long live in the memcry of Franklin High as a good football player. For a small man, he could really carry that ball. Cliff was never to be found in a bad mood, but always cheerful and pleasant. Best wishes to our friend Cliff. l Activities: Football. Page 17 1945 ELMER JACOBS 1605 RIDGE AVENUE Mechanic Arts Stoddart Jr. High E1 was one of Franklin's quiet, easygoing students, whose school spirit rated among the best. His ambition is to become an aeronautical engineer. He will always be remembered for his excellent work on the Cross Country team and his constant willingness to help a friend. Franklin will lose a good student when E1 graduates. Activities: Cross Country team. MARVIN JACOBS MARV 1021 W. GIRARD AVENUE Academic Stoddart Jr. High For an all round fine fellow Marv was tops, especially when it came to dancing and girls! He is very much interested in horses and is going to take up veterinary medicine at Penn State. Marv also enjoys sketching, and playing the clarinet and saxophone. He will al- ways be remembered by us as a lady killer! Activities: Record Bookeand agitator. VINCENT IARAS VINCE 633 N. 17TH STREET Mechanic Arts Stoddart Ir. High Vince was one of the outstanding football players in our class. When he got his hands on the ball Franklin was sure of a gain. Vince not only used his mind to play football, but also in his school work, which was always good. Vince expects to enlist in the Navy upon graduation. Activities: Football, Basketball, Cross Country. FLOYD JOHNS ' LEW 1826 EARP STREET Auto Mechanics Barratt Jr. High A quiet sort of fellow was Lew, who is very much interested in sketching and playing baseball. Floyd expects to become an auto mechanic upon graduation. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 18 EVERETT N ATHAN IEI. JONES ED 2507 SHARSWOOD STREET Electrical Construction Vaux Jr. High One of the smart dressers of the class was Ed. Not only was he noted for his excellent taste in clothes but also for his fine spirit and his school sportsmanship. Although he was always kidding around, he earned the respect of all. Activities: Checker tournament. ALFRED KELOKATES AL 1122 NORTH STREET Auto Mechanics Stoddart Jr. High When Al came to us from Stoddart we were the gainers. His distinct personality won him the respect of all. He was a willing worker and had quite a sense of humor. Al loves to take part in basketball, swimming and football. MEYER KORMAN KORM 510 N. FRANKLIN STREET Academic Central High Korm was a quiet sort of fellow, but this did not stop him from being popular. He was well liked by all the students as well as the teachers. Korm expects to enter Penn State College of Optometry. WARNEAI. LANIER GABBY 810-A HUTCHINSON PLACE Distributive Education Audenreicl Jr. High Gabby was one of the jesters of the class,- always looking for a laugh, or someone to rag. His work on the Cross Country team was notable and he will always be remembered as a happy-qo-lucky fellow. Activities: Cross Country, and Bond Salesman. Page 19 1945 NATHANIEL LEE NATE 1504 N. ALDER STREET Commercial Stoddart Ir. High Nate was an expert dancer, especially when it came to Boogie Woogie. He was a good school supporter and liked to watch Franklin crash through the lines on the gridiron. Nate expects to hold a position in a Post Office and we are sure of his success in the future. DAVID LEIBOWITZ DAVE 1042 N. 2ND STREET Academic Central High Dave was a popular fellow with the boys of Franklin and the girls of William Penn. When we asked Dave what he did in his spare time, his reply was Are you kidding? As if we didn't already know that his time is well taken up by the fair sex. Dave was an expert in Spanish, with a real pleasure in learning language. Activities: Iunte. HAROLD LYONS DOC 1937 CAMBRIDGE STREET Industrial ' Stoddart Ir. High When Ben Franklin opened its doors for Doc, we were the gainers. Doc was an industrious and conscientious worker, and expects to become a mechanic. He likes to play football in his spare time. Good luck, Doc. PHILIP MACLEMORE MACKIE 1801 MONTGOMERY AVENUE Auto Mechanics Stoddart Ir. High Although Mackie did not have time to play on our team, he was cm outstanding basketball player. Mackie was the quiet type of fellow, but that mustn't deceive you! He certainly makes up for it when it comes to sports and auto mechanic shopseand should I include girls? FRANKLIN ALMANAC LOUIS MANCINELLI LOU 815 N. 24TH STREET Academic Stoddart Jr. High Lou is a fine example of a person striving to be suc- cessful. He has the reputation for being among the top students in the class. Besides being a good SlUs dent he is an excellent runner, a talent which he proved most decidedly while on the Cross Country team. Good luck, Lou. Activities: Cross Country team, Class History. ISAAC MASON BROTHER PRESIDENT 1345 N. MERVINE STREET Electrical Construction Stoddart Ir. High Mason was surely one of the outstanding students of the class. As the school president Mason was swell. He was always full of life and very energetic. Mason helped start the Canteen and took part in all school activities. He was much liked by everyone who knew him. Activities: Track team, President of Student Council, Canteen committee, Student Court, President of school. HOWARD MELLMAN MELI. 1512 FITZWATER STREET Commercial lay Cooke Howard, who is our tallest senior, holds his own, espe- cially with the girls. Howard is a good student, and intends to go into one of the new fields of work brought on by the present war. Wherever Howard goes, we feel sure he will make good. Mall is a fine looking fellow, a trait which his family tespecially one of his cousinsl shares with him. We wish you luck, Mell, as you enter a new kind of life. THEODORE MORRIS TED 2116 EARP STREET Auto Mechanics Barratt Jr. High Ted was a well mannered, intelligent student, and always maintained a high scholastic standard. Al- though he is a quiet boy, he can express himself quite well on the dance floor, and is very popular with the girls. We shall not forget Ted, nor shall we forget the tall stories he loved to tell. Page 21 1945 ROBERT L. NEWMAN BINGHAM 1539 SOUTH STREET Academic Iay Cooke Jr. High Besides being a good student Bingham is also very versatile in the field of entertainment. His feats oi magic are known throughout the school, and his popu- larity with the girls is a matter of much respect on the part of all of us. After the war he is going to Penn State College of Optometry. Activities: Social Committee, Iunto. JOSEPH NITSKY JOE 519 YORK AVENUE Electrical Construction Stoddart Jr. High Joe, that fellow who never could stop gabbing. was a favorite around the school. He was a good elec- trician, and expects to continue that kind of work in the future. He was certainly one of the friendliest fellows in our class, but at any rate his ability to gab will never be excelled! Ioe will enter the Navy upon graduation, to lend Uncle Sam his most efficient talents. Activities: Social Committee, Iunto. GIRARD PANICHELLE PANCHO 1009 SPRING GARDEN STREET Electrical Construction Stoddart Ir. High Girard is one of our outstanding radio students. He intends to become a radio engineer. In addition to his many other school activities he is president of his book. With his pleasant personality and his fine record in school work we are sure that any future undertaking of his will be successful in the highest degree. Activities: Senior Entertainment committee, Student Council. WILLIAM PELZER BILL 900 S. 5TH STREET Academic Bartlett Jr. High School spirit was Bill's byeword. He took part in many school activities and was among the Canteen pioneers. His ability in Cross Country running was exhibited when he came in seventh in the All Public High Cross Country tournament. Bill's efforts to make this a better school will never be forgotten. Bill was also one of the top honor students. Activities: President of Senior Class, Cross Country team, Record Book committee, Captain of cheer leaders, Canteen committee. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 22 DANIEL PERLOV DAN 855 N. FRANKLIN STREET Mechanic Arts Kearney Dan was the class wit. He was always ready with a pun about anything to anybody His sense of humor was always amusing, frequently at the other fellow's expense! Possessing a remarkable vocabulary, he never missed an opportunity to display it. That is why he was sometimes known as a human dictionary. Dan intends to dabble in stocks and bonds after graduating. We wish you luck, Dan. Activities: Vital Statistics. JEREMIAH PUGH JERRY 2449 HARLAN STREET Industrial Vaux Jr. High On the list of the top rankers ot the class is Ierryl He is the kind of fellow you would call an all right guy, and was always thinking of some sort of prank to play on someone. Ierry expects to go into the A.S.T.R.P. after qraduation-and later he wants to get rich! Activities: Metal Club. HENRY BIOS HEN 1029 SPRING GARDEN STREET Commercial Stoddart Jr. High Henry is one of the smallest students of our graduating class. He is a reporter on our school paper and does fine work in all his write ups. The sport that Hen is really fond of is basketball, and he plays quite often. Hen is ready and willing to answer any question on sports. Good luck, Hen, in the new world that you are facing! Activities: Basketball. WILLIAM ROBERTS WALLY 1539 N. ZZND STREET Industrial Vaux lI. High Wally was a true Franklinite and always backed up our school. He was a good worker, especially in the shops! where he excelled. He was also a good gym- nast and liked to participate in all sports. We are sure, from our experience with him in past years, that he will be successful in the future. Page 23 1945 JAMES ROQUEMORE ROCK 1145 S. ALDER STREET Industrial Bartlett Ir. High Rock is more of the quiet type of fellow and is known as the Silent Rock. He is interested in aeronautics cmd expects to follow it up in college, after which he intends to set up his own business. He loves sports- and girls! We wish Rock lots of luck and much suc- cess in life. HARVEY ROSENBERG HARVEY 447 S. 63RD STREET Mechanic Arts Stoddart Jr. High Harvey is cm outstanding student in our Aeronautics course. He is one of the few boys still left, Who saw the course started and have followed it as it grew from practically nothing into the fine, comprehensive course it now is. Harvey is determined to become an aeronautical engineer, and with his conscientious work, and his fine contribution to other extracurricular activie ties we cxre sure he has the qualities for success. Activities: Write up committee, Cross Country team, Bowling team, Senior Entertainment committee, Aero Club. SAMUEL ROSENBERG SONNY 306 GREEN STREET Academic Stoddqrt Jr. High If there ever was a lover tof animulsl in our graduating class, Sam is that one. Sonny intends to enter Penn State to take up animal husbandry. Possessing c1 pleasant personality and a love of animals, and exhibits ing c1 fine scholastic standing, his patients should be honored and well cared for. Here's wishing you the luck you deserve, Sam. Activities: Locker committee. SIDNEY ROSENBERG COOKIE 961 RANDOLPH STREET Aeronautics Course Penn Treaty Cookie is an outstanding new student and has had the pleasure of watching the cxero course develop from its earliest beginnings to its present fine standing. Cookie is also our biggest eater and our biggest ? Sid intends to enter College upon graduation, to study aeronautical engineering. With his proved ability and high scholastic rating we are sure he will be c1 credit to our school and Whatever college he may choose. Activities: Bowling team, Iunto, Senior Entertainment committee, Aero Club. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 24 FRANCIS ROWE LIMEY 5714 JACKSON STREET Aeronautics Harding Jr. High Limey is an outstanding student in the aeronautics course and expects to become an aeronautical engineer. He is the first returning veteran to graduate from Franklin and as such he has won the friendship of many of his classmates. He's Cl swell guy and cx good sport and is sure to succeed, Good luck, Limey. ALBERT I. RUBIN AL 910 N. 12TH STREET Commercial Iuy Cooke Albert is known to most of his friends as Al. He is one of the hast dressed and best looking of our Franklin fellows. Al has devoted much of his time to our school paper and he is also an active member of our Correspondence Club for Service men. Al is going to Temple to study Certified Public Accounting, and we all feel that he will be really successful, as his work in mathematics has been exceedingly good. Al is going into the armed forces and we wish him the besi of luck, especially with all his beautiful girls! Activities: Correspondence Club, School paper. BASH. SELDON 1500 SWAIN STREET Commercial Sioddcxrt Jr. High chsil, better known as the kick of All Trades, added countless pleasures and fun i0 life at Franklin. Basil is a photographer, chemist. and typist. His chief hobby, however, is photography. His great ambition is to become proficient in his chosen hobby, and we feel sure of his success. ERNEST SPENCER EJ. 2414 TURNER STREET Industrial Vaux Ir. High Ernest was the kind of boy who said little and did much. He is very much interested in electricity and expects to make it his profession. Although he did not participate in any school sports because of lack of time, he played basketball and football rather well and expects to make a college team. Page 25 1945 WYMER STEWART Armed Forces. KENNETH STOKES STOKIE 1438 S. 17TH STREET Academic Barrett Jr. High Kenneth was a hard working boy and always showed his interest in school. He expects to enter Howard University and become 0 lawyer. We hope you become c1 good one, Siokie. JULIUS CAESAR TAYLOR 3021-2 2246 W. MASTER STREET Industrial Electrical Radio Vaux Ir. High Taylor is one of the gay and humorous boys Who take school life easy. He is always ready to lend C: band to his classmates when difficulties arise. He does well in his school work and is very much interested in sports and other events. We can assure you that Taylor will be much missed by all of us. WILLIAM THOMAS BILL 2527 INGERSOLL STREET Commercial Vaux Ir. High Bill entered Franklin eager for knowledge and is leaving it quite satisfied. We know that he will put his knowl- edge to good use in the future. Activities: Ranking ch Haute. FRANKLIN ALMANAC ARNOLD TRYNESS ARN 1213 WALLACE STREET Mechanic Arts Stoddart Jr. High In the class room Arnold is a conscientious worker. He seems always to have the answer required in any situation. Outside the class room he is a pleasant, plumpl laughable fellow. We know Arnold has College in mind, and we wish him the best of luck. Arnold is a worthy member of our lunch room debating society. ALLEN VAN HAUTE A1 818 N. 25TH STREET Commercial Vaux Jr. High Allen, known to his friends as A1, is a fellow with plenty of personality. A1 does fine work in all his subjects, and he is especially appreciated at test time, when he keeps up the morale of all his fellow students by his humorous jokes. Whatever profession A1 goes into, we all know he will make good. ALFRED WASHINGTON AL 1746 N. 25TH STREET Academic Barratt Ir. High Al was a boy who could well be described as con genial. He is very much interested in music and hopes someday to become a composer. He can handle the piano quite well, from what the boys are saying around school. We feel sure that the world can well use such a contribution as A1 can give. PERRY WHITFIELD WHITTY 205 NOBLE STREET Industrial Stoddart Ir. High One of the handsomest fellows in the class was Whitty. Besides being good-looking, he was a fine machinist and mechanic. Whitty loved to joke around and was usually seen with a smile on his face. He expects to go to college later if Uncle Sam doesn't get him first. Activities: Track team. Page 27 1945 HENRY ZAIONS HANK 504 W. MASTER STREET Academic Penn Treaty Ir. High There were a number of quiet guys in our class, but Hank topped them all. He was always seen but not heard. However, that did not prevent him from being popular and well liked. Unless Uncle Sam interferes, Hank wants to go m college and become ct doctor. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 28 m; 3 f. m A S A M, km n am niamm. L3,, By Louis Mancinelli N February, 1942, our group now graduating in 1945, entered the Benjamin Franklin High School. We were greeted in the auditorium by Dr. Michener, our Principal at that time, who delivered an address of welcome. My, what a big school! I hardly know anyone. rPhese were the remarks of the new freshman class. We then began our first year at Franklin, scattered through the Academic, Commercial, and Industrial courses After our classes in 10A were running smoothly, we noticed a well balanced Student Council at Franklin. Every Weclnesday and Friday, as a rule, assemblies were held, at which time the students were made acquainted with the Student Council, school problems, and were privileged to hear fine outside speakers. The new freshman class soonbecarne very interested in the sports of the school, especially football. Our teams came up against some strong oppo- nents, and were not always victorious, though they always acquitted them- selves well. We early learned that not only on the field but also in the classroom one must fight to win. Our school was naturally affected to a great degree by the war. Each graduation saw our outgoing students drafted into the various services, while a number of our classmen enlisted even before graduation. Many of us held jobs throughout our entire school career. We will always remember the famous scrap drive which occurred during our first year, from which we derived the benefit for securing four airplanes for our Aeronautics course, as a result of our outstanding efforts in securing materials. We certainly did enjoy our first summer's vacation after a full term of intense application. 1 0-3 After a vacation which seemed to fly by we were back in school, raring to go. We felt on a considerably higher plane now, for the feeling of freshman inferiority had passed. The regular courses were continued, and much new work was being presented to us. We can never forget our gym work at this time, under the able guidance of Mr. Beloft, Who appeared to us at first as a stern, hard man, but who later became one of our best and most considerate friends, when we met him as class adviser. Our band, under Mr. Wolfson's able direction, and our Iunto, with Mr. Gratz as sponsor, made great strides during this period. We were able to pride ourselves highly on our school paper, to the issue of which we looked forward with much anticipation. Our Fencing team, under Mr. Allen, always Mdfory 0 lAe FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 30 300m Cfm made a fine showing. They were champions in 1941 and 1943, and won second place in 1942. At this'tirne we were much saddened by the necessary departure of our beloved Principal, Dr. Michener, who moved up into the position of Assistant Superintendent. Mr. Williams took over his duties as principal and has since been doing an excellent job. Among our Assembly celebrities at this period were Marian Anderson and Iesse Owens. Mr. Rubinoff, famous Violinist and entertainer gave us a most inspiring and enjoyable assembly one morning. A11 our entertainers complimented us most highly on the measure of order and appreciation they experienced at our assemblies. 11-11 We are now familiar with all the traditions of our school. Most of us have by this time decided on our careers and are working to that end. We came to a greater appreciation oi our teachers and what they were trying to do for us, and I am sure most of us will never forget such men as Mr. Nassau, Mr. Iones, Mr. Bryant, and Mr. Snyder. Our Industrial teachers were keenly interested in us and made things most worth while for us. Navigation, meteorology, civil regulation, aircraft, construction problemseail these and many other subjects were offered to us. There is little doubt that Franklin has the best Aeronautical course in Philadelphia, if not in the outlying districts also. Our Aeronautic students are undoubtedly preparing themselves for an industry which will be very prominent in the future of American work 1ife. During this term, I think, we inaugurated the practice of ranking . This is difficult to describe accurately, but may be explained as a riddle or cryptic saying that made everyone laugh at the other fellow. During this period our association and clubs continued their good progress. A very successful drive for Band uniforms and a Student Association drive occurred during this term, with the various sections vying for first place, Which was won by Mr. Snyder's group, which contributed $50 for uniforms. In 1943 Dr. Boerckel came to us, as assistant principal in charge of disciplinary matters. His contribution to the smooth running of our school has been invaluable. Mutiny on the Bounty and Shakespeare are heard most frequently in the library. We were not always too considerate of Miss Hindman, our librarian, and some of us had to be forcibly ejected therefrom because of our disturbing conversation! Mr. Iones' correspondence club, an organization which en- deavored to keep in contact with our absent service men, deserves great Page 31 1945 credit. Mr. Barry's photography club also claimed the interested attention of many of our group. We were now ready to move up into the seats of im- portance in the assembly auditoriumethe first rows! We were all wondering Whether we would be a worthy graduating class in the near future. 1 2-K We had now very nearly reached our goal; finishing 12 years of school life. Keener specialization now became necessary in our chosen subjects. Special senior courses were claiming our attention, with emphasis on the important demands of our careers. A close harmony sprang up With our sister school William Penn, and many functions were shared with them, plays, dances, etc. 12-3 In our final term we at least settled one doubt which had confronted us. From all standpoints we appeared to be a worthy graduating class, though few in number, owing to war conditions. In all our courses success was achieved, and we came to our graduation with perhaps the fewest failures of any class so far. Many senior meetings were being held to determine various policies such as prom, caps and gown, school gift, year book, etc. During this term our school canteen got into full operation, under the direction of Mr. Zucker. The subject of a War Memorial came up and various pro- cedures were entered into in this regard. Iust what will eventuate remains to be seen, but we know that whatever comes about will be worthy of Franklin and we shall be glad to have contributed our share. We are rather serious When we contemplate the future, in the light of necessary war service. We shall all probably be taking some part, and shall endeavor to acquit ourselves with credit. These five months were truly busy ones, with all the things we had to do both in class and out. We, the students of the graduating class have had many valuable experiences to which we shall look back with joy and appreciation. In addition to the joys which will remain in our chain of memories we have acquired not only new knowledge, but a sense of good will, mutual respect and harmonious relationships. Realizing that we both as a united class and as individuals are the future leaders of this democratic land we are ready to assume the responsibilities of adults and wish to thank all at Franklin for their contribution to our usefulness and welfare. In these troublous times we do not wish to forget that beauty and harmony in living alone can save the world. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 32 rarinn emanafih'ed MR. JONES MR. ZUCKER MR. HASS MISS HINDMAN MR. GAUL MR. BOERCKEL Page 33 1945 Mr. $auio! 39$ f Co-Sponsor TWELFTH AND THIRTEENTH CLASSES FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 34 .70 fAe Wem$erd oi tAe graduating Cfaw URING the brief period of your life at B. F. H. S. some of the most amazing historical events occurred. Political, social and economic changes have transpired with great rapidity. As high school students you witnessed the recovery of our Navy from the sneak attack at Pearl Harbor. During the three years commencing with 1942 the U. S. emerged from a most trying and critical period to a position where victory is only a matter of time. Practically every student of this class has a near relative in some branch of the Armed Forces undergoing the most trying experiences. They are fighting for principles which the faculties of all our public schools have tried to inculcate in our entire population. At Franklin we know from our daily experiences in the school that the principles of tolerance, social, economic and political equality of opportunity represent democracy at work. In that respect Franklin to a greater degree than other schools has demonstrated how well these ideals function despite adverse conditions. It is our sincere hope that you keep these principles foremost in your thoughts in the trying days to come. Many of you may be called upon for decisions wherein you will be compelled to decide questions which will determine how well the principles of tolerance and all that it entails have become a part of you. We wish you good fortune in your future enterprises. DAVID BELOFF. Page 35 1945 .Syenior Cfadzi O Xicem HARRIS BRIDYGHAM RUSSELL STITH President Secretary - Treasurer LEWIS KLEIN CLEARY REED President President Book One Book Two FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 36 -.x4fmanac CLaZrm en HENRY SCHECHTER Write-ups HARRIS BRIDYGHAM NICHOLAS LEVYCKY History Vital Statistics 1945 Page 37 jfmanac StazX-jlu'rleean Cfadd First rowaevycky, Schechter, Bridygham. Second row;Pctshkowich, Phillips. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 38 MM Statzdtzw 03d; Cfam Most Popular .................................................................................... Iunius Bervme Most Likely to Succeed ................................................................ Harris Bridygham Best Student .................................................................................. Christopher Fooskas Most Active in School Affairs ........................ Henry Schechter, Nicholas Levycky Best Singer .............................................................................................. James Iimison Best Dancer ............................................................................................ Tom Hopkins Best Musician ........................................................................................ Walter Moore Best Dressed ...................................................... Flemuel Brown, Thomas Robinson Eest Athlete .................................................................................... . Lewis Klein Best Actor ........................................................................................ Irvin Yudalovitz Quietest ...................................................................................................... Iohn Baxter Loudest ................................................................................................. Edward thdrow Sleepiest ........................................................................................ Gimbel Moorehecxd Most Wide Awake .......................................................................... Harris Bridygham Cleverest and Wittiest ........................................................................ Edward Zadrow Best Loafer ............................................................................................. Flemuel Brown Most Energetic .................................................................................. Bill Pashkowich Favorite Principal ........................................................................ Mr. Chas. Williams Favorite Teacher ................................................................................ Mr. Frank Jones Page 39 1945 JLIL'A tor? By Harris Bridygham IN September, 1942, the doors of the Benjamin Franklin High School were thrown open to accept a group of bewildered boys fresh from Junior High school all over Philadelphia. By the expression on the faces of these young fellows it could be guessed what went on in their minds. Questions: Will high school be as hard as they had heard? Do the teachers give as much homework as rumor circulated? Are the subjects so much more difficult? Is seemed that the only thing to do was to throw out one's chest, put on a brave front, and face it like a man. And so the class entered the school determined that nothing should stop them until they reached graduation. The first day to most of us seemed like the most important day of our lives. We really felt that we were somebody when we received our rosters and became members of the official student body. Of course the upper class- men tried to tell fantastic stories about classes and members of the faculty. Lunch room tickets, assembly seats, etc., were all for sale at high prices! As the stately seniors walked about close to us, we wondered whether we could ever take their places some day. We were told that everything was in just the opposite place from where it really was, and the upper classmen had their fun until we finally came to know our way around. We were told some truths, however. For instance, that Franklin High had the best assembly programs in the city, and this we did find to be absolutely true. On October 16th, 1942 we were amazed to see Mayor Samuel and Tom Buck, who had previously presented two airplanes to the 1 school, on our stage. Again, on December 4th, we were delighted to hear Marian Anderson, the famous contralto, sing for us. Thus our first term came to an end. In February, 1943, we found ourselves a step higher on the ladder. By this time most of us had begun to take high school seriously, not trying to get out of schoolwork, but rather to put into it all we could. The school also took on a different meaning to us now, since we were really a part of everything and were determined to cooperate with Mr. Williams in making it an even better place to live, for democracy and freedom from prejudice. At this time our school was really put in the limelight when our Fencing team came home 0 Me FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 40 inr-teenll: Cfadd with the championship of the city. We felt rea11y puffed up When Mr. Delaplaine presented to us the bust of Terroni. On May 3rd, 1943, our school was honored by the presence of Mary Iane Barton, who gave us a very delightful harp recital. Also this term a Junior Town Meeting of the Air was heid in our - assembly. We now realized what good programs were, and they began to have their influence on our perception of good entertainment. We began to understand that the school existed for the purpose of giving us a good educa- tion, and not merely in order to stuff us with a lot of unnecessary work. In September, 1943, after a vacation of several months, we were again at it. We were growing in our understanding, and were not merely satisfied now to pass, but we were striving for the highest marks. Most of us were now pretty well decided as to our future careers, and were choosing our work accordingly. We tried to live up to the expectations of our principal and the faculty in our schoolwork and social life about the school. Our class was now entering the conclusion of the junior year. We were becoming more confident and were taking more and more pride in our scholastic achievements. We were planning in greater detail for our senior year in order to make our influence felt on the school. We became more closely allied with the awesome seniors and began to understand what was expected of us very soon. We determined that nothing should stop us on our way to the top. On May 15th, 1944, we were honored by a visit from the Don Cossack choir, who were making a personal appearance in the city to advertise a motion picture of which they were a part. During this term a very beautiful mural painting was set up on the wall just inside the main entrance of the school. This painting was the work of Edward Masinko, a former student. On the 6th of June we had an Invasion Day assembly, celebrating the invasion of France by the allies. By popular demand the Don Cossacks again came to us and we felt richly honored by all the good things we had experienced as juniors. At last we reached the coveted placeewe were seniors. We could now look forward to graduation with confidence. We were definitely a war time Page 41 1945 class, and many of us were anticipating induction in the not too distant future. Some of us would be eighteen before graduation and we had to give some thought toward preparing ourselves for a suitable place in the armed services. Being a senior brought with it far more than the mere strutting around the building, pluming ourselves on what we had accomplished. Indeed there was much more to be done and our title of senior brought with it many added responsibilities. On November 30th, 1944, another Junior Town Meeting of the Air was held in our assembly and several of our own students took an active part. On V December 17th we had a special assembly program which was entitled Rubinoff and his violin. Rubinotf was of course master of ceremonies, and the program was one of good music and many good laughs. With high hopes and firm determinations we were now ready to enter the final lap of the race. As we started our final term, our feeling of rejoicing was tempered a little with sadness that we were so soon to leave our dear alma mater. We recalled all the happy moments and interesting affairs we had experienced and the time that we had spent at Franklin seemed so much shorter than we had originally anticipated. The good assembly tradition of Franklin did not suffer during our last term. On February 16th, 1945 Ira Thomas, chief scout for the Athletics baseball team addressed the assembly and told us many interesting baseball stories. The United States Coast Guard band played for us on March 6th. On March 8th, Steve and James Clark performed on our platform. lntermingled with our sense of achievement as graduation approached was the feeling that what we had previously done was merely a prelude to greater things that we had to do. We felt keenly that; we were to be the men of the future, with the world's responsibility upon our own shoulders, and we determined that if we could on any occasion contribute we would do away forever With the frightfulness and atrociousness of the years of our under- graduate life. With unwavering faith in ourselves and in a better world we now go forth from our dear alma mater into a world in which we fondly hope that we may do our part toward the betterment of humanity and the breaking down of all prejudices. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 42 ROLL CALL OF THE THIRTEENTH CLASS MILTON ARONOVITZ MILT 523 DELANCEY STREET Academic Central High A good student, a dandy chap, and one who is always interested in school afiairs-there you have Milt. He expects to go to college after graduation and take up a pre-medical course. His chief hobby is movie photog- raphy and dancing. tSee Milt if you would like to take some dancing lessonsJ Milt's interest and contribution to our Year Book has been considerable. Activities: Student Patrol, Dancing Committee, Year Book Committee. GEORGE ATWELL LUCKY 1233 BAINBRIDGE STREET Electrical Construction Stoddart Each class must have its politician and Lucky was ours. We all think Lucky took the electrical course in order to keep his veins charged, for judging from the way he moved about he must have had electricity flowing through his veins all the time. IOHN DEXTER JOHN 706 S. LEITHGOW STREET Mechanic Arts Bartlett Our long, silent Iohn is a fine chap. He never shirks his work, even though sometimes we don't even know he's there. Iohn is interested in drafting work tnot Uncle Sam's special kindl, and wants to follow this line after graduation. He is very much interested in baseball and seems to have just the right build for a performer on the mound. Good luck always, Iohn. IUNIUS BERVINE WHITY 2030 WHARTON STREET Mechanic Arts Barratt Iunius attained the highest honor the school could award: the presidency. When he won this position it was with the best wishes of everybody, for all liked him immensely. Unpretentious, wellebalanced, Whity knew how to handle situations without fuss or bother. We feel sure that whatever field he enters will gain by his presence and that he will be undoubtedly suc- cessful in any undertaking. Activities: School President, President Student Asso- ciation, Book Press, Track Team. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 44 JOSEPH A. BIERNAT FUZZY 761 N. 27TH STREET Mechanic Arts Stoddart Fuzzy is the lad with muscles! His interests and hobr bies were quite diversified, consisting of rowing, foot- ball, scholastics, and last but not least, the fair sex. In his last year Fuzzy took it into his head to go high brow on us and is preparing very zealously for a scholarship at Miami. We owe him a debt of gratitude for his fine interest in our iooiball team. Good luck, Fuzzy. Activities: Football, Boxing. STANLEY BILYI STOSH 907 N. ORIANNA STREET Machine Construction Penn Treaty Stosh, alias The Voice, was a member of Franklin's fine Vocal Ensemble. Although we all keep telling him that he ought to become a crooner, he persists in his desire to become a mere machinist! However, we feel sure that he has chosen the better part and that the world will still need machinists when the crooners have been deeply buried in the ground from which they never should have sprung. Stosh may go into the Navy if he has any choice. But at any rate we all wish him the best Activities: Locker Patrol, Metal Club. ALBERT BINDERMAN BINDY 743 N. 23RD STREET Industrial Electric Stoddart Smiling Bindy, as his Classmates dubbed him, was a jovial fellow well liked by all his friends and teachers. Bindy's interest in electrical work is a real one and he wants to pursue it after leaving Franklin and go to Drexel. His goal is electrical engineering. If he can find his way into the Naval Air Corps Bindy will feel that another ambition has been gratified. HENRY BOYD DEAC 2212 OAKFORD SRTREET Auto Mechanics Audenreid Deac is a typical example of our business man. He wants to make a real name for himself in the mechani- cal and business world later in life He has a rather peculiar hobby, namely, the collecting of bracelets! No, not hand-cuffs, but souvenirs of the opposite sex. We all like Deac, and we know that with his genial disposition he is bound to succeed, whether at his chosen business or his chosen hobby! Activities: Iunto, Pin Committee. Page 45 1945 HARRIS BRIDYGHAM BRID 2342 W. TIOGA STREET Academic Stoddart Brid, gentleman and scholar, was admired by all his class fellows. A well-poised, competent man, capable of assuming whatever responsibilities were placed upon him, Brid acquitted himself with honor in all fields of his endeavor. He was elected to the highest office in the senior class, and proved himself eminently worthy of the position. We feel sure that in the not too distant future Franklin will have another lawyer to its credit. Activities: President of Senior Class, Student Court Judge. FLEMUEL H. BROWN SAD SACK 2015 N. 25TH STREET Academic , FitzSimons Sad Sack, as his name indicates, seemed to fear too much smiling. But that did not endear him any the less to his colleagues, for it takes all kinds to make a world, and a world without the Sack would be unthink- able! He excelled in the sport of fencing, and with blade in hand, no one would dare offend him. He was indeed a champ. With all his fencibility he was no dud in class either and won a kindly place with his teachers because of his excellent disposition and gentle manliness. Flemuel hopes to go on to college if Uncle Sam doesn't get him first. Activities: Captain of Fencing Team, Student Council, Aero Class, Locker Patrol, Council Patrol. DAVID BUCKLEY DAVE 705 SPRUCE STREET Mechanic Arts i Stoddart For a man who has seen so much of life, considering his youth, Dave was not conceited. His wide expe riences in the outside world have won him c1 firm place not only in the field of man's endeavor but also with the fairer sex. Not a little of his attraction is un- doubtedly due to his masterful handling of the clarinet, and we certainly expect to see him a headline some day with some prominent band. If he has time for any other occupation you may look for an engineer among' Franklin's Hall of Fame. Activities: Band. CLIFFORD BULLOCK SLIM 1933 IETSON STREET Mechanical Construction Vaux Slim, whether playing first or pitching, is always on the job for our Varsity Baseball team. Aside from playing a good game on the field, Slim also does a fine job in his studies. He is especially interested in the field of 1001 making and he hopes to go into this line as his career after graduation. Not only in base- ball but also in other sports Slim is an all around good fellow. Activities: Baseball. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 46 DOUGLAS BULLOCK COUNT 2241 HASLAN STREET Industrial Vaux If it is a quiet fellow you are looking for, your man is Count. His favorite hobby is photography, and perhaps that's the reason Count takes such a fine picture. See photographll He hopes to continue along the line of picture taking, and if he should have to go into the armed service, we feel that he will be a great addition there, with his specialized knowledge. Activities: Council Patrol. ARTHUR BYRD CHUCK 1102 S. 13TH STREET Commercial Bartlett Chuck is a pleasant, genial fellow, who is preparing for business in a general way. He doesn't exactly know as yet what line he is going to pursue, but at any rate he's going to have a good foundation. Chuck played, on our Varsity basketball squad in 1943-44 and did a fine job for us. Not only in the playing does Chuck do his bit, but he is always on the side lines rooting for all our teams. We all wish him the best of success in any of his business ventures. ROBERT CODY BOB 1511 MANTON STREET Commercial Barratt Bob has always been interested in commercial work, and is a very fine example of our commercial student. He is a conscientious, concentrated worker and success is his goal. Owing to the fact of his having a job after school hours Bob was not able to participate as much as he would have liked in school activities, but nevertheless he did find time to be of fine assistance on the Iunto. After graduation Bob wants to go farther in his commercial work and specialize in typing or bookkeeping. Activities: Iunto, Gym Locker Patrol. EDWARD de MAY TUDD 706 N. 5TH STREET Mechanical Construction Stoddart A rather quiet, selfscontained fellow, Tudd accomplishes much along his chosen line. He is especially interested in machine work and sincerely hopes to become an expert machinist after graduation. He has various hobbies, not the least of which is the making of air planes. He also likes baseball, though he doesn't have much time to play as he is employed elsewhere during practice time. Page 47 1945 DON EDWARD DENISAR DON 2021 SPRING GARDEN STREET Mechanic Arts Keith Jr. High Don came to us from the Keith Junior High in Altoona, Pa. He entered the Mechanic Arts course and has made a fine record for himself in his class work. But we shall all remember him for his outstanding interest in our school affairs. His assistance has been in- valuable in the operation of our school store, and his literary talents have received excellent opportunity for expression in the lunto work in which he has been sports editor tor several years. On the track and cross country Don made a fine name for himself and after his service with Uncle Sam he wants to go to college and take up forestry. Activities: School Store, Iunto, Cross Country, Track. WILLIAM DONOFRIO BILL 1206 N. HOWARD STREET Aeronautics Penn Treaty Bill began by developing a keen interest in mechanics, and later was drawn by the charm of the airplane into the aeronautics course. He was thus taking advan- tage of a most unusual situation, inasmuch as Franklin without doubt offers the most complete course in aero- nautics in the city. Bill was a most attractive fellow, with a very engaging personality that won him the liking of fellow students and teachers. Bill wants to go to college and be really equipped to handle the big aeronautical problems that will come up after the war. Activities: Student Patrol, Student Council, Cheer Leaders, Seciion President. FRANK E. EVANOUSKAS FRANKIE 4152 POPLAR STREET Mechanic Arts Roman Catholic Though Frank came to us only in his junior year he has gone right to work and became one of us very quickly. He has a most congenial personality and is a cheerful, pleasant fellow at all times. Frank made a very definite contribution to the kind of personnel we want at Franklin. His main hobby is music and he was quite instrumental in organizing the Dancing Club of our school. He is also interested in most other school matters, sports, etc. Frankie wants to go farther in his musical career and assuredly he has all our best wishes. JAMES FARMBRY DE 1416 S. 23RD STREET Auto Mechanics Audenreid De has what we might call a dual personality! In his school interests he is especially devoted to automobile mechanics, but that other side of his nature can't be hid, either. Confidentially, De loves to jitterbuq! He's a swell dancer, and some say that he even prac- tices minor salesmanship on the side! tConsult his buddies tor detailsJ De's extra-curricular activities were necessarily restricted because he was one of those industrious fellows who always had a job after school. Good luck! De. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 48 EDWARD FARRAR WALLY 1216 WEST CABOT STREET Electrical Construction Stoddart Wally was indeed electrically inclined. The fellows used to say that he worked so much with wire he actually came to look like a wire. That is no dis- paragement of Wally, however, for he was always a live wire. After graduation Wally wants to set up an electrical shop of his own, so that his income tax can be made out according to his own choosing! Activities: Student Patrol. DAVID FISHER DAVE 2314 TURNER STREET Auto Mechanics Vaux Dave is a quiet fellow, who gives very devoted appli- cation to his school studies. He feels that the main thing in school is school work and some of us agree with him! He has always been interested in the industrial field and wants to specialize in automobile work upon graduation. Activities: Locker Committee. CHRISTOPHER FOOSKAS CHRIS 219 SOUTH STREET Commercial Bartlett Chris is perhaps our most outstanding student. His accomplishments in this regard are a joy to his teachers and a great credit to our school. Of course Chris expects to go to college after graduation, for nothing less Will satisfy his thirst for knowledge. He wants to specialize in accounting. He was a great help to our school paper, the Iunto, and wrote many articles for it. Chris has applied for a scholarship and we all feel confident that he will acquit himself meri- toriously. Activities: Gym Locker Patrol, Iunto. WILLIAM GIBSON GIP 2546 OAKFORD STREET Auto Mechanics Audenreid Gip is a very pleasant, well-dressed fellow, whom we all like a great deal. He's always gentlemanly and greets everyone with a genial smile and engaging attitude, He's very interested in mechanics, and hopes to specialize later in the mechanics of automobiles. With this field looming quite large after the war we feel that Gip will not fail to find a very necessary place. Page 49 1945 ALEXANDER GOUGNIN SONNY 819 N. 7TH STREET Academic Stoddart Sonny has high ideals. He wants to be c: chemical engineer. He has applied himself zealously to his work, and on this account he has not had much time to devote to extracurricular activities around the school. Sonny is a most likeable fellow, always c1 gentleman, and presents a fine appearance. He is preparing tor a scholarship test which keeps him pretty closely em- ployed. All his colleagues wish him the best of success. DONALD HARTY HARTY 1520 N. 17TH STREET Academic Barratt Pleasant, blustering, genial Donald! A fellow of good, common sense, and never at a loss to express himself, sometimes to the despair of his teachers, who often try to rival him in expressing themselves. But Donald usually wins out. Harty was very, very fond of sports, and tried out for an All Public place in football, track and gymnastics. His hobbies are dancing and playing checkers. On his more serious side Donald is hoping to be a physician, and wcmts to go through college. He surely has the perseverance to carry him there and we all wish him the best of luck. CHARLES HING CHAN 1021 SPRING STREET Electrical Construction Stoddart Charlie is Ci very worthy member of the electrical cou'se. He is intensely interested in this kind of work and after his graduation he wants to specialize in electricity. Chem was instrumental in organizing and maintaining our color guard, the first of its kind in our school. We wish him the best of success in his chosen profession. Activities: Camera Club, Color Guard. THOMAS HOPKINS SCOOP 2907 N. THOMPSON STREET Academic Vuux If you ever go to the Evening Bulletin in the near future don't be surprised if you find Scoop behind the Editor's desk or writing c1 sports column. Scoop felt that the subjects offered in the academic course would help him most in his keenest interest, especially the concentration on English. Scoop is naturally fond of sports, though his favorite is football. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 50 JOHN HORAN IACK 873 BUCKNELL STREET Commercial Stoddart Despite Jack's unfortunate handicap he has been able to hold his own with credit and stands with the best. All his friends like him a lot and Wish him the best of everything. lack was elected president of the eleventh grade. He is interested in business and hopes to make a success in it after graduation He wants to go to college after leaving Franklin. Iack is a persevering fellow and usually gets what he goes after. Activities: President of Eleventh grade, Student Council. ALFONZO HUDSON HUT 1023 RANDOLPH STREET Academic Bartlett Hut is c pleasant! good-natured fellow, liked by every- one, and with Q very Winning personality. He gives his school work a high position, and is not only keenly interested in painting, but wants to be a professional artist. There is no doubt that Hut chose the right course when he selected the academic, for it will surely give him the best background he could get for his future career. Activities: Vice-President of his class, Cheer Leader. IOSEPH ISAACSON JOE 713 BROWN STREET Academic Stoddart Joe is not only one of the nicest fellows in our class, but also one of the most useful. His assistance on our school paper is really invaluable. He is always inter ested in furthering anything that has the good of the school at heart. Ice is interested also in mathematics and chemistry. Mr. Sewell also praises him highly for his excellent help in the school store. Good luck, Joe, from all of us. Activities: School Store, Iunto. SAMUEL IAMES IIMISON BUSTER 838 N. ORIANNA STREET Mechanical Construction Stoddart Iames is a rather slender, unassuming fellow, but with lots of perseverance. He gives you the impression that whatever he goes after he will surely get. He is very interested in his mechanical work here at Franklin and wants to be an aviation mechanic when he graduates. The field will certainly be a large one, and Buster ought not to hcxve much difficulty in placing himself in a good position. Activities: Locker Patrol, Metal Club. WILLIAM JOHNSON 1920 N. 25TH STREET BILL Industrial Vaux Bill is one of the quieter type of fellows, but perhaps because of this very fact he is greatly liked by every- body. He is unassuming and does not push himself into circumstances Where he does not rightfully belong. He is excellent in his mechanical work and is specializ- ing in 1001 making. Bill always supports our games by his presence and seems to enjoy them very much. One of his hobbies is reading and he realizes the value of a broad education. Activities: Locker Patrol. JAMES RUSSELL IONES SMILEY 2524 N. 22ND STREET Academic Vomx Perhaps no nickname was better assigned than Smiley. His face is always bright, even in the mornings, and he makes you feel good by just talking to you. Iames' interest in music is known through the whole school. He was quite instrumental in the rebirth of our pipe organ. Smiley likes to hobnob With the great personalities of music, and he has many distinguished autographs. His interest in esthetic things is quite unusual. Activities: Library Staff, Student Patrol, Student Coun- cil, Correspondence Club. LEWIS PHILIP KLEIN CHUCK 2316 FAIRMOUNT AVENUE Academic Stoddart Chuck is a finely dressed, handsome chap, who always makes 0 good impression. He is quiet but very efficient. In baseball Chuck is an ouistcmding figure. Indeed even in his first year out for baseball he was the 1ecxding hitter of our squad. His ambition is to play professional baseball with the Athletics. Good luck, Chuck, they surely need you! Activities: Student Patrol, Class President, Baseball. MORRIS LEHMAN MUSH 1621 MT. VERNON STREET Electrical Construction Stoddurt Though of the quiet sort, Mush has a very likeable personality, and always makes himself usefu1 and: accommodating. He finds his work in class very important and hasn't taken too much part in extra- curricular activities, with one outstanding exception. On the track team he earned his letter as manager. ', - He is keenly interested in electrical work and wants to make that his life work. Activities: Track. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 52 N ICHOLAS LESNIAK N ICK 607 GREEN STREET Commercial Stoddort Nick belongs to that type who do their work unpree tentiously, not putting himself forward, but with rather c1 retiring personality. However, he gets there. His work in the commercial course is very commendable and he is specializing in bookkeeping. NICHOLAS V. LEVYCKY CURLEY 2210 WALLACE STREET In addition to his keen interest in 'his school Work Curley was very helpful whenever anything was to be done for the class. He has a delightful personality and everybody liked him. He hopes to make medicine his life work and we all feel that he has a nature admirably fitted for this very thing. There's a long path ahead, of course, with college looming in the immediate future, but Curley will make it, surely. Curley was keenly devoted to sports, but after all, it is not possible to be tops in everything. Activities: Iunto, Record Book, Student Patrol, Stu- dent Council, Football, Baseball, Cheer Leaders. ALBERT ERNEST LEWIS ALBS 1431' N. 11TH STREET Electrical Construction Penn Treaty Albs is one of the most interesting personalities in our class. He is adequately devoted to his school Work, but there is no doubt that the enticing field of boxing has his keenest interest. Indeed he wants to go into boxing professionally. Activities: Truck, Cross Country. ERNEST L. LEWIS DEAC 1321 WEBSTER STREET Commercial Bartlett One of our fine outstanding commercial students is Deac. He is especially interested in accounting and his present efforts Warrant him the best success. He contributed very vuluubly on the Iunto, especially in the field of typing. For two years he played on our Varsity Basketball team and is very active in all kinds of sports. Decrc wants to pursue his accounting work in College. Activities: Basketball, Iunto. Page 53 1945 CHARLES LONG CARLOS 2234 KIMBALL STREET Vocalioncrl Ari Barrett Carlos, as his nickname would indicate, is a very able Spanish siudem. He is a very hard worker in all his classes and deserves to succeed. He is also very fond oi sports and music. After graduation Carlos wants to do some extensive traveling and see what's outside Philadelphia. Activities: Track. ANDREW JOHN LULIAS ANDY 5343 PINE STREET Academic Stoddari One of our quieter type students, Andy produces ihe goods nevertheless. He wants to get an all around education and therefore has chosen the academic course. He wants to go into some business after graduation and no doubt all he is now learning will help him considerably, Perhaps, however, Uncle Sam will get him first. JAMES MARKS JIM 1210 s. 19TH STREET I Commercial Barrett Jim is a very modest fellow and extremely quiet. He wants to be c: bookkeeper. Jim is very devoted to his school work and seems determined to succeed. Other interesis may call Jim but he usually stands up against ihem pretty well and coniinues along his chosen lines. Activities: Locker Patrol. WILLIAM MARRIOTT Armed Forces. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 54 ANTHONY MARTIN TONY 68 N. 36TH STREET Mechanical Drawing Stoddart Tony deserves high credit indeed, for he has made his way excellently against or very unfortunate handi- cap. He's c1 little fellow, but always manages to have his say. He really does excellent work, though he does claim that the lunch period of the day is his favorite. Next to that he places Human Relations. Activities: Student Court. JOSEPH MASON ICE 410 OLIVE STREET Industrial Stoddart Joe seems to save all his loquacity for the class room. He has a fine sense of humor and is always kidding, and full of fun. Joe wants to be cm artist, and judging from his previous eftorts ct drawing and painting he ought to succeed admirably. He will go to art school later. Activities: Junior Varsity Basketball. HUGH McMILLAN STRINGBEAN 1725 MASTER STREET Electrical Construction Bartlett Stringbecm is one of the tallest members of our senior class. He is mechanically inclined and is a hard worker in his electrical course. After graduation he wcmts to become really something as an electrician, and with the possibilities at his disposal and his fine qualifications we prophesy good success, His hobbies consist mainly of football-plcxying and photography. JOSEPH ROBERT MICHALOWSKI JOE 752 N. ZZND STREET Accx demic Roman Catholic We always welcome newcomers from other High Schools. and Ice is no exception to this rule. The transfer does not seem to have damaged Ice in the least, for he has settled down to good hard work here with us and is progressing finely. Ioe took the academic course, because he has not as yet decided just what he wants to be, and he feels that this course will be of most value to him in CI general way. In sports Ioe favors football and likes to play too. Page 55 1945 ERNEST MOODY MOOT 532 N. 32ND STREET Commercial Sulzberqer Moot is a very likeable chap, rather quiet, but very determined. He always makes a good impression on his teachers and fellow students because of a fine intelligence which he manifests on every possible occa- sion. Moot wants to go into business and with his pleasant personality he ought to succeed admirably. Activities: Iunto. WALTER MOORE WALT 1203 POPLAR STREET Academic Stoddart Walt is of the rather retiring type, but when you get to know him you find there are many charming facts to recommend him. He is very interested in medicine and hopes to be ct doctor after his college graduation. Remember, Walt, always be patient With your patients! Activities: Track, Boxing, School Band. GIMBEL MOOREHEAD BUBBLE 1922 W. BERKS STREET Academic unx Bubble early began to stamp his personality on ed! with whom he came in contact. Though a bit trying at times Bubble never offends, and he enjoys a joke as much as the next fellow, even though the joke is on him. He is interested in science and wants to be a chemist. The only thing Bubble has to keep in mind is that perhaps l'sugar and candy and chemistry might not mix well. Good luck! Bubble. Activities: Late Committee, Class President, Student Association. RICHARD F. OCZKOWSKI RICHIE Z427 OLIVE STREET Machine Construction Stoddart Richie is fast becoming an excellent machinist. He takes all his work very seriously and believes that constant application to duty brings its own reward. For two years Richie represented us favorably on the Cross Country team, and not only in sports but in all matters pertaining to the betterment of our school he has taken a notable part. Our best wishes go with him for Ci fine future. Activities: Student Patrol, Glee Club. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 56 ISADORE OLIVER LI. 1609 N. FAWN STREET Industrial Stoddart IJ. is c very cool, calm, responsible fellow. He always gives good attention and application to his school work, though he enjoys the social life too. He won the prize for writing the best essay in the school on the subject of Juvenile Delinquency, and was invited to attend a dinner with Mr. Zucker. Activities: High Jump, Cross Country. JAMES VINCENT PACELLA JIM 2329 MEREDITH STREET Mechanic Arts Stoddurt Jim is majoring in mechanical drawing and doing ct fine job at it. Perhaps Jim's other interest is sleeping, especially during c1 certain class! But don't let that deceive you, for he seems to profit by his school work as much as anyone else. Though he does get slapped sometimes, he never gets mod at 0t certain Z. Activities: Football. WILLIAM IOSEPH PASHKOWICH MAD RUSSIAN 513 FAIRMOUNT AVENUE Machine Construction Stoddart The Mad Russian is one of our very best students. After graduation Bill wants to specialize in machine work. He is much thought of by his colleagues! and just barely missed being elected president of the school. He is known as the hangman because he is chief justice of our student court. Bill is interested in music and has done some work at the Conservatory School of Music. In sports he is partial to baseball. Activities: Student Court, Student Patrol, Year Book. ALLEN W. PATTERSON AL 1726 SPRING GARDEN STREET Electrical Construction Stoddart There is perhaps no finer chap in our entire graduating class than A1. A real gentleman at all times, cone servative, thoughtful of others, Al is welcome any time to colleagues and teachers alike. A1 is one of the best electricians in his class, cmd has been of invalu- able assistance to us in operating our microphone amplifier during assembly programs. He is fond of sports, especially running and football. Activities: Track, Student Court. Page 57 1945 ADOLPH PHILLIPS PHIL 303 GREEN STREET Industrial Bartlett Phil is one of our outstanding school citizens. When there is anything to be done Phil does it without asking why. He was our vice-presiden! in 12A. He wants to be an undertaker, and though it sounds rather grue- some, we wish him lots of business! Phil was c1 near runnersup for the school presidency. Activities: Junior Varsity Basketball, Student Council. JOSEPH JAMES PLESKUNAS JOE 1016 WALLACE STREET Machine Construction Stodduri Joe is a fine, sociable fellow, easy to get along with, and of 0 very enticing personality. He thinks his studies are really the most important part of school, and proves this by obtaining excellent marks. He shows every sign of becoming a most capable machin- ist, and we prophesy a fine career for him. Activities: Locker Patrol in Gym. WASH. DIMITRI PROCHOBENKO WAZ 214 N. 10TH STREET Auto Mechanics Stoddart Waz is c fine student and as an auto mechanics student there are none better. Waz is anticipating joining the Navy, and when he comes back he wants to go into business. Waz is very fond of football. Activities: Baseball. STEVE PRONCHIK STEVE 2444 MEREDITH STREET Mechanical Construciion Stoddart Steve is an ambitious fellow, a hard worker, and a most likecxble chap. He delights in working with metal, and his hobby is making all sorts of gadgets out of metal. He is devoting much of his attention at present to the art of tool making and wants to be an all around machinist when he finishes here. He also is fond of sports and whenever he gets cm opportunity he takes active part in them. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 58 CLEARY REED JERRY 921 MELON STREET Industrial Stoddart Jerry has always manifested CI talent for shrewdness, which has made him c1 valuable member of our debating clubs. He is never at c loss as to where he is going, omd usually gets there! He says he wants to be a philosopher. However, it seems that in these busy, active times just philosophizing may not bring in a very large income. Perhaps Jerry was born too late in the world's history, since he wants to pal around with Plato and Aristotle. Activities: Boxing, Class President, Student Associa- tion. LENWOOD ROBINSON BOBBY 2024 FEDERAL STREET Academic Temple High Lenwood is one of our important figures here at school because of his artistic ability. He has won many art awards for his ability at painting. His latest artistic triumph is a portrait of our Principal, Mr. Williams, which was recently dedicated to the school in a very impres- sive assembly program. We prophesy c1 great future for Hobby, and if he doesn't ccxre to point all the time perhaps he can sing for his supper, for he has c1 tine voice. Activities: Student Patrol, Football, Track. SHERMAN ROBINSON NUDDI 1756 N. CAMAC STREET Industrial Stoddort Sly Nuddi is a very pleasant fellow, rather droll at times, but with always a good word for everybody. He's very interested in machines and electrical work and wants to specialize in radio repair work. He's very curious and likes to experiment. According to all prospects he ought to be successful in c field that will certainly build up after the war. Activities: Cross Country. THOMAS ROBINSON TOM 1635 RIDGE AVENUE Electrical Construction Stoddurt Tom is majoring in the electrical course and works very hard at it. Tom's services are very valuable in our auditorium, inasmuch as he is one of the boys who operates our amplifiers for the loud speaker on the platform. When Tom does not perform properly we are all only too well aware of it during assemblies! Tom's hobbies are footballl baseball and boxing. Page 59 1945 GEORGE SADDIC MODE 1234 S. 10th STREET Commercial Bartlett Mode came to us the middle of his 12B term. In spite of this possible handicap he hcxs been able to cope with the situation and has held his own in his class especially in Human Relations. He wants to go to business school. Though his interest in football is very keen he has been unable to play with us because of his late entrance into our school. Good luck, Mode, HERBERT SAMPLE 1932 KIMBALL STREET Commercial Barrett Though Herb is of the quiet type he does not lack in interest. He is a fine typist and a good athlete too. Herb wants to be c: vocalist and if he can win out over a rival from Southern High he'll be tops in that profession! Activities: Student Association, Track. HENRY SCHECHTEB INSPECTOR 2043 MT. VERNON STREET Academic Stoddart The Inspector is not only very interested in his school work and doing finely at it, but he is also a constant participator in school affairs. Henry's interest in 011 school activities is most praiseworthy and we only wish we had more like him. He is most reliable, a fellow of fine integrity and much liked both by the students and by the teachers, who put great trust in him. He expects to go to Temple University to take up teaching. Activities: Student Court, Patrol, Basketball, Core respondence Club, Year Book. EDWARD SHARP SHARP 929 WALLACE STREET Industrial Stoddart The smallest fellow in our graduating class, Sharp is a firm, coolehecded chap who seems to know exactly where he wants to go and goes! He wants to be an engineer, and we wish him all the luck in the, world. Activities: Boxing, Student Council. Correspondence Club. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 60 WILLIAM SMITH SMITTY 1549 S. WOODSTOCK STREET Industrial Barrett Smitty is of the real energetic sort. Though his per- sonality is rather on the shy side, he certainly keeps going when once he gets started! He's a fine swimmer and jumper. The girls play 0 fairly large part in his life, but he's most devoted to sports. Smitty wants to study undertaking, and with his perseverance he'll surely add much to that profession. Activities: Basketball, Boxing. HERBERT STITH STIFF 2417 REDNER STREET Industrial Vaux Stiff is C! fine reliable fellow with much intelligence. He wcmts to be a mechanic and his application to his work here surely warrants success in that field. He is hoping to have c: business of his own later when the Service sets him free. Activities: Student Patrol, Track, Junior Varsity. RUSSELL STITH STIFF 1829 RINGGOLD STREET Industrial Vaux Though rather of the silent type, Russell can give a very good account of himself when once he gets started. He is interested in machine work and wcmts to go into that field in ct big way as his life work. Be sure, Stiff, that you don't let c1 certain party interfere with thcxt fine ideal! Activities: Boxing, Student Patrol. IOHN SUCHODOLSKI SUCH 816 N. TAYLOR STREET Machine Construction Stoddart Such is a determined, concentrated machinist. He wants to do big things in the world of machinery when he grows up. Such hasn't any definite plans for college, for he may be a member of Uncle Sam's big school soon, and he will let things ride for the time being anyhow. Such is fond of swimming and in his spare time likes to build airplanes. As c1 member of the Student Patrol, Such has devoted much of his energy to keeping the school quiet, and we must acknowledge that he has had some success. Activities: Student Patrol. Page 61 1945 JAMES THOMPSON THOM 339 N. RANDOLPH STREET Industrial Stoddart Thom is a very energetic chap, and takes part in all discussions that arise in class. His aim is always high and his earnestness recommends him to everybody. Thorn wcmts to go into business, and really he has just the personality for it. He'll probably get what he goes after, we feel sure. Activities: Track. SOLOMON THOMPSON BENNY 1744 N. BEECHWOOD STREET Industrial Vaux Benny is of the quiet type, and has lots of good common sense. With many interests outside of school he lets nothing interfere with his work here at Franklin. He's c1 nice dresser and has c: very genial personality. Benny hopes to go into business in a big wayl and we certainly all wish him the best of luck. Activities: Iunior Varsity Basketball, Fencing. ERNEST TILLMAN ERNIE 844 N. TAYLOR STREET Machine Construction Vaux Bluff, hearty, though sometimes noisy, Ernie is liked by everybody, He always has a lot to say, sometimes too much, but that doesn't prevent him from making his way His interest in machine work is quite marked, and he gets along very well at it. He wants to enlist in the Navy in the fall. Good luck, Ernie. Activities: Student Patrol! Gym Patrol, Vocal En- semble. ALVIN RUSSELL TOLAND ACE 1724 FALSOM STREET Electrical Construction Stoddart Ace is CI very zealous student of electricity and wants to go into business after his graduation. He hopes to attend Cl business school as further preparation. He is fond of football and indeed likes all sports Another of his hobbies is photography. Activities: Camera Club. FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 62 JOHN JOSEPH VOLPE FOX 811 S. 8TH STREET Mechanical Construction Bartlett John is a nice, likeable, gentlemanly chap who seems able to fit himself into any situation with credit. His work in the machine shop is very fine and he hopes to continue along those lines after he leaves us Activities: School Patroli LUTHER WHITTENBEBG D. WHITT 2247 PEMBERTON STREET Comme rcial Barratt D. Whitt is of the quiet sort, but that does not prevent him from exercising his talents in singing and dancing. Luther keeps most of his conversation for the class room. He is a fine gentlemanly fellow and makes a very good impression on all who know him. Aciivities: Iunto, Basketball. McKINLEY WILLIAMS MAC 758 S. 12TH STREET Academic Bartlett Mac is an intelligent, trustworthy fellow. Though he's a quiet sort, he has a good sense of humor and a genial personality. Through his experience as saxo- phonist in Calvin Todd's band he has made some mighty fine contacts. Mac wants to be a pharmacist and go into business for himself. Activities: School band. ABEL ALEXANDER WINDEB ABE 1518 N. 18TH STREET Commercial Overbrook Hi gh Abe was a hard worker in Overbrook and has conv tinued along that fine way here with us at Franklin. He is especially interested in Physiology and wants to teach that subject later. Abe went out for the track team, but because of his transfer he wasn't able to do all that he might have done on that team. Activities: Track. Page 63 1945 WARREN WINSLOW WARREN 139 N. RUBY STREET Electrical Construction Holmes Warren is a veteran of World War 11. After his dis- charge he attended the class for Ship Fitters at the Navy Yard. Not too late he saw the value of CI good education and returned to Franklin to finish his studies. Though he hcxs mcmy outside interests he does not let them interfere with his school work. Warren wants to be a Radio Engineer, owing much of his inspiration along these lines to what he learned in service. Activities: Track, especially Broad lumping. WILLIAM WOZNUK WILLIE 815 NEWMARKET STREET Industrial Perm Treaty Willie is of the energetic type of fellow who lets nothing stop him. He is always full of the urge to get ahead and there isn't the slightest doubt that he will succeed. He wants to be a master mechanic and go into business for himself. Activities: Student Patrol, Basketball. IRVIN YUDALOVITZ 510 BAINBRIDGE STREET Academic Central High Yish, the man of a thousand voices, came to us from Central because of transportation difficulties, and settled himself down with us quickly as a Frunklinite. He hopes to go to college after his graduation here. Because of his ability at impersonation he has been very active in our school plays with William Penn. Yish likes sports c1 lot, especially basketball. He also does very fine sports writing on our school paper the Iunto. Activities: Iunto. EDWARD, M. ZADROW ' LIP 1432 POPLAR STREET Mechanic Arts Stoddart Lip is a swell fellow, even if he does love to play jokes on his fellows. It is all in fun and he is well liked by everyone. Although he is majoring in mechanics Lip really wants to do big things in the field of chem- istry, and we wish him the best of success in his favorite subject. He Will most probably own Uncle Sam as master very shortly, but when things settle down, Lip will probably do so too. Activities: Student Patrol. FRANKMN ALMANAC Page 64 ANTHONY ZALESKI TONY 1528 WALLACE STREET Commercial Roosevelt Though of a rather quiet type Tony is a fellow of fine intelligence and decision. He is quite fond of dancing and never misses an occasion to take his part in all school entertainment functions. Tony is going into business after graduation and we wish him all the luck in the world. Activities: Student Council, Vice-President of class, Football, Cross Country. ERWIN MENDELOFF MENDY 919 N. 2ND STREET Commercial Penn Treaty Mendy was a 12A student when this term began, but because of his excellent work he was transferred to the higher class and will graduate with us. He does not believe in all play and no work. He's not very big physically and gets a lot of kidding on that account, but that doesnlt bother Mendy and he goes his way rejoicing. Mendy is not as yet quite decided about his future life work, but we feel sure that what- ever he chooses will prove advantageous to him be- cause of his fine spirit. Page 65 1945 jrouncl gran fin witL lAe jLirteentA Cfadd AFEW EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES 1944 Sept. 30 Oct. 7 Oct. 13 Oct. 19 Oct. 27 Nov. 3 N ov. 9 Nov. 16 N CV. 23 Mr. Belofi, Coach FOOTBALL SCHEDULE Reading H. S. Vineland H. S. South Philadelphia H. S. Frankford H. S. Overbrook H. S. Olney H. S. Gratz H. S. Roxborouqh H. S. St. Thomas More joolzaff 3am 1944 Away Away Home Away Awory Home Home Away Home Page 69 1945 gad$elzaff jeam Mr. Spielberg. Coach 1945 REVISED BASKETBALL SCHEDULE 9 Franklin cxt Olney 11 Germantown at Franklin 16 Northeast at Franklin 18 Frankford at Franklin . 23 Franklin at Gratz . 25 Franklin at Central 1 West Philadelphia at Franklin Evening at Convention Ha11 3 games Franklin at Bartram West Phila. at Franklin Qnd team onlw Franklin at Southern Overbrook at Franklin Franklin at Roxborouqh FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 70 szw; mm; VW Q la April April April April April Aprn April April April May May May May May May May May 10 11 14 17 18 23 M Smilh, 13$:3lu COach gawk; ff :7eam 931W; 533$ Ru. -, 1 VARSITY BASEBALL SCHEDULE Bok Mastbaum Cheltenham Dobbins Girard Open Northeast GermantOWn GTOtz Frankar d Central Bartram West Philq. South Phila. Overbr00k ROXbOrough Olney Abington Home Away Away Wentqtiva Away Away Away Away Home Away AWCIy Home AWCIY Home Away Home Home Home P099 71 31164 jjeam Mr. Estlack. Coach VARSITY TRACK April 27 rS 28 Penn Relays May 2 Central, Germantown and Franklin at Roxborouqh May 9 Franklin, Northeast and Roxborough at S. Phila. May 16 Franklin, Bartram cmd Roxborough ctt Olney May 23 Franklin, Frankford and Roxborough at Overbrook May 26 Championships May 31 Rain Date or Championships FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 72 Oct. 4 Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Oct. 23 Oct. 25 Nov. 1 CROSS COUNTRY SCHEDULE 6055 Country .76an Mr. Schmidt, Coach Franklin BrcD N. E. USO Franklin Qn$ Franklin Franklin Franklin Br$ an Qn$ Olney 050 Overbrook USD Rom. Cath. USD Germantown USO Central Qn$ S. Phila. KBr$ Bartram anD Southern BICD Roxboro Br$ First Team Championship Frcmk1in 8th place Page 73 1945 jencing 1am Mr. Allen. Coach FENCING SCHEDULE Franklin crt South Philadelphia Central at Franklin Franklin at Frankford N orthecxst Cit Franklin FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 74 .SZwlenl Counci Twelfth Class Thirteenth Class Sponsor Allen. Mr. 1945 Page 75 Mr. Gratz. SponsorHTwelfth Class Mr. Rosenberg. Sponsor Thirteenth Class FRANKLIN ALMANAC Page 76 granAfin ,5 Cogr uarc! LYON 8c ARMOR INCORPORATED i? PRIN T ERS for Over F jfty Years 71? 147 NORTH TENTH STREET PHILADELPHIA 7 - PENNA. AUTUGRAPHS AUTBGRAPHS i Av, MEMOR MARKE Kw We hope that within these pages you will find the photographs and words to help recapture the spirit of this year. This book is your onl permanent record of a memorable year. Donit forget to use it again: - to remember a face - to recall a place - to relive a game - to remember a name Enjoy the memories. Their value will increase with the passing years. JostenislAmerican Yearbook Company WALYJ