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

Text from Pages 1 - 56 of the 1951 volume:

THE ALMANAII BENJAMIN FRANKLIN HIGH SEHIJIJL BREAD AND GREEN PHILADELPHIA PENNSYLVANIA THE SENIIIB ELASSES IJP JANUABY- 1951 -JUNE igredeht . . .- I. LEWIS HOROWITZ Principal JOSE?H B: B.EARN JOSEPH L. TOMLINSON Vzce-Pnnapal Assk to Principal DUB PRINCIPAL SPEAKS MY FRIENDS OF THE GRADUATING CLASS In the halls and classrooms, in the clubs and assemblies of Ben Franklin you have experienced the steps in the development of self-government in America. You have seen the idea brought to America by English settlers grow into a plan by means of which the will of millions of citizens is expressed. You have learned that self-govemment is no fixed form, but a process that can be used to meet the changing needs of the people. It is a process that protects the rights of the minority while expressing the will of the majority. It is a process that can be used by citizens of all ages and by groups of all sizes. You have learned that democracy is a way of living together. But you must understand that it is a way that cannot be purchased with money. Neither can it be secured by force. It can be established only by the slow process of individual effort. The key to the success of democracy in America lies in the heart of each of America,s citizens. Upon each one rests the responsibility for practicing self- control; for putting the well-being of others above his own desires. You have found that the United States has tried through the processes of self-government to strengthen democracy at home and abroad. In the years ahead this work of making democracy more secure must go forward. The nations of the world must learn to live together in peace. That is the challenge of the future to you who will be the grown-up citizens of tomorrow. During the past three years you have learned and practiced the principles of self-government at F ranklin. Tomorrow you must put these principles into practice in your community, in your State, in your Nation, in your world. Through them you can make democracy and peace secure. Through them you can make ttliberty and justice for allii a reality. My very best wishes to you for success and happiness in all your under- takings. I. Lwas Honownz Principal SPHNSHH 34th ELASS CLARENCE ELIASSON UPPIEEHS 24th ELASS Left to right: Leonard James, Treasurer; Thomas Moss, President; Owen Vick, Vice-Presi- dent; Charles Gibbs, Secretary. 4 CLASS PULL Most popular .......................................... JAMES JENKINS Most active in school afairs ............................. WILLIAM CODY Best dancer ....................................... RICHARD HAWKINS Shows best school spirit ............................. ALVIN HONIGMAN Quietest .................................................. RANSOM LEE Loudest ............................................ EDWARD DRESNIN Sleepiest ............................................. WARDLAW HALL Best loafer ........................................ CLINTON MITCHELL Most probable bachelor .............................. HARVEY MORTON Most likely to succeed .................................. WILLIAM CODY Best athlete ........ .. . .' .................................. JAMES JENKINS Most talkative . . .. .................................... HARVEY THOMAS Most studious ........................................... PETER KOTOS Best dressed ......................................... CHARLES TAYLOR Best politician ....................................... , . .WILLIAM CODY Most handsome ...................................... CHARLES TAYLOR Who thinks he is most handsome ........................ CHARLES SMITH Wittiest ....... ..... ..................................... DUDLEY VICK Best lover ............................................. JAMES JENKINS Best cutter ........................... ................. CARL SHELDON Who is out to lick the world ........................ NATHAN SPELLMAN F avorite school study ............................. ............. ENGLISH Most disliked study ................................ HUMAN RELATIONS F avorite teacherLd ........ MR. BLUM, MR. ELIASSON, MR. ROSENBERG Most desirable companion on a desert isle ...................... MY GIRL JAN. 1951 F RESHMAN YEAR After months of anticipation and high expectancy, we finally found ourselves approach- ing a new milestone in life. We were actually entering a High School for the first time. We had been told many times by our parents and teachers that this was the place that really prepared us for our future vocations. As we sat in the auditorium of our new school many of us made a solemn pledge that we would try hard to overcome the dimculties that stood in the way of a high school education and eventual graduation. No doubt there were others of us who were too concerned about our new environment at the moment, and thoughts of graduation seemed remote, indeed. Our new principal, Mr. Williams, greeted us very cordially and made us feel at home immediately. This helped to make our first impressions very favorable. We had been told that in high school llthey treat you like men-not like kids?' We realized this soon after we heard several of the teachers and councillors speak. They informed us of the duties, respon- sibilities and privileges that high school students have . . . and they sounded pretty reasonable. A few weeks after the term started we learned of the many school activities. These in- cluded the Student Government groups tStudent Association, Student Patrol and Student Courtl; school newspaper, school band, student dances and many others. Sports, we found out, played a big part in Ben Franklin,s program. While a few of the holder freshmen joined in some of these activities, most of us were content to bide our time until we were more acclimated. For the time being, we settled down to our studies and took life seriously. Un- fortunately, some of the boys felt they could slide through easily. These were the lads who dropped out of the picture in a year or two. SOPHOMORE YEAR We returned to school for our sophomore year with much more confidence. Those of us who had survived the first yearis test, were prepared to take in stride anything that might face us in our second year. In fact, so confident were we that we looked down on the incom- ing Freshman. Our circle of friends expanded and we began to participate in the schoolis activities with enthusiasm and understanding. Many in our class joined the various athletic teams and some of them made city-wide reputations as fine athletes. By joining student groups we saw Democracy in action. We realized that it takes the help, cooperation and participation of all concerned to make demo- cratic government work. We were learning it through real life incidents right here in Franklin High. Our assemblies, just as in our Freshman year, continued on a high cultural plane. Some of the finest artists performed for us. We were being exposed to the finer things in life and we enjoyed them. Celebrities in all fields came to our school to entertain us. Definitely a feeling of pride for Ben Franklin was creeping into us. We took our subject marks more seriously than during our previous year. By this time some of us had our sights set on college and we knew that our scholastic achievements were a determining factor on whether we would or would not go to college. J UNIOR YEAR The time had come for us to consider the eRect school would have on our future voca- tions. We were no longer anxious about the outcome of our stay at Franklin. Instead, we were inspired by the nearness of graduation to put forth our greatest etforts. We began to think in term of careers and in some cases, institutions of higher learning. Some of the boys had become prominent members of the school newspaper, the iiJunto, sponsored by the ever-popular and well-liked Mr. Rosenberg. Others were on our great basket- ball team-the first in the history of Franklin High School to reach the Public High Cham- pionship Play-olfs. Under the able leadership of Coach Sam Browne. our team gained an impressive record of fifteen wins and three losses. Especially noteworthy was its outstand- ing sportsmnnship. Leon Hymovitz proved to be an eHicient president of the Student Association. In November of 1950 Mr. Williams, our principal until this time, was replaced by our present principal, Dr. I. L. Horowitz. We were indeed fortunate in having two such fine men as the head of our school. To Mr. Williams we wish lots of success on his new post as principal of the Lincoln High School. To Dr. Horowitz, who has shown time and again that he has the best interests of Franklinis students at heart, we also wish the best of fortune and that he enjoys his stay at Franklin. We also regretted the departure of kindly Mr. Jones, former head of the English Department. He, too, went to Lincoln in the same capacity. To Mr. Jones and other members of our faculty who left with him we wish lots of good luck. As the Senior Year approached we became more and more concerned with our scholastic achievement. We determined to make our last lap the best one. SENIOR YEAR Anxieties and fears concerning graduation were gradually replaced by enthusiastic hopes for the future. To this end we were more determined than ever to complete our high school career in a blaze of success. Dr. Horowitz proved worthy of the respect, admiration and friendship of every boy in the school. He inspired us to accept the duties and responsibilities that go hand in hand with the last year men. During our summer vacation we were all saddened to learn the terrible news of the outbreak of war on the little known island of Korea. Little did we realize how this would aEect our destinies. Some of our students volunteered to offer their services to Uncle Sam immediately. Others deemed it wise to return and complete their high school education. Quite a few of our former students have already made the supreme sacrifice. Others are in the army and we are sure they will give a good account of themselves. We are indeed proud of these boys from Franklin-of their courageous deeds in the field of battle. We were honored to have as our guest in assembly a former Franklinite who had seen action in Korea and had been awarded a medal for bravery under fire. Despite having been wounded five times his morale was still high. On the brighter side we witnessed our football team coming into its own. The team fought its way up to the top of the standings by playing superb football. Not until the last game of the season with Bok were we eliminated from the championship. James Jenkins and Herb Fisher were signally honored by being named on the All-Public High Team. School spirit was especially high during the football season. For the first time in its history 'the boys of Franklin put on a gala show. Under the fine direction of Mr. Fox and Mr. Brown we astonished many people of Philadelphia with a wonderful performance in a musical called iiAmerica Sings? The cast was almost entirely students from our school with the seniors playing a prominent part. The show played for three nights with people from all walks of life attending. They all gave generous praise. It was really a finished performance. Many of us really didn't realize our capabilities until this time. For this opportunity pf both performing and watching we are grateful to all those who had anything to do with the show. Bill Cody, our Student Association president, added further laurels to our school when he was chosen best of representatives from all the high schools in Philadelphia in an oratorical and original essay contest. In addition to winning a four-year scholarship to the University of Pennsylvania, through his winning of this contest, our school was given a fine television set. Our basketball team looks even hotter than last year. At the present writing it has a fine record. Even after we go we will be rooting for it to win the championship. Already some of the boys have made up their minds to enter the various branches of the armed services. The fine spirit that was engendered during our stay at Franklin will serve us well as fighting men. A number will continue their education in college while still another group will enter the field of industry. Wherever our paths may lead, we will always remember our teachers, our fellow class- mates and the line friendships that were formed here at Franklin. We can honestly say we have grown educationally, spiritually and socially. DUB FAEULTY FIRST ROW, left to right: John A. Snyder, Joseph Sewell, Joseph L. Silverman, Harry N. Blum, Meyer M. Allen, Joseph B. Hearn, Dr. I. Lewis Horowitz, Joseph L. Tomlinson, Otis B. Barrall, Martin Rosenberg, William L. Nassau, Dr. Walter M. Benner, Harold E. Godwin. SECOND ROW: Charles Weiss, Beatrice M. Baker, Alexander Kravitz, Morris Alman, Joseph Spevack, Raymond H. Wilson, Albert D Orazio, Irwin F. Brod, Walter S. Bliem, Emanuel Cratz, Vincent J. Fort, William J. Decry. THIRD ROW: Harry KirchoE, Samuel 1. Foreman, Robert H. Berry, David E. Weisman, Max Feigenberg, James S. Hall, John F. Michele, William Wright, Claude Schellhammer, James A. Hill, Nicholas J. Celenza, Charles Schatfer. FOURTH ROW: Milton T. Townsend, F. Pierce Coggeshall, Jed H. Paulin, Jack Silverstein, Russell H. Quigg, Z. Milton Gordon, Mitchell Collins, Joseph W. Cahill, Morris Bernhard, Francis P. Jennings, S. George Bodnar, John E. Hamilton, Nathaniel K. Krassenstein, Philip C. Gaul, Leonard Spector. BENJAMIN FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL JOHN ANDERSON, JR. KIAMyfl 1638 N. Mervine Street Andy is one of Franklin's better students. He is a swell guy and is respected by his classmates. Andy hopes to become an expert electrician in the future. CLARENCE ARNOLD 476 N. 4th Street Clarence is a real gentle- man in the full sense of the word. He has high ambi- tions and expects to con- tinue his education after his stay at Franklin. 11A Book Vice-President. MORRIS E. BARNES 909 B Ogden Place Morris is one of Frank- linis most versatile students. We will always remember his little frame behind a big megaphone cheering us on. In addition to his fine schol- astic record, he was active in the band and on the nth- letic field. Track Team; Gym Team; Band; Cheer Leader; Al- manac Stem MARVIN BAXTER nShorty 518 Parrish Street Marvin shows his fine Franklin spirit by engaging in many activities in and around the school. He is a fine athlete and a good sport. Varsity Football; JV Base- ball; JV Soccer; Student Patrol. BERNARD K. BREWER iili'usteri' 1950 N. Warnock Street Bernard believes that ac- tions speak louder than words. He is the type of person who makes a real good friend. His marks are well Ibove average. HOWARD A. CANDIE KODizz99 1919 N. Judson Street When you want to know anything about music just ask Dizz. He plays the trum- pet and piano and is a mem- ber of the vocal ensemble group. He is equally adept at swing or classical music. Swing Band; Concert Band; Vocal Ensemble. HERBERT L. CHURN liHerbV, 61 N. Peach Street Therds no one who tops Herb in school spirit. If he's not on a team he's rootin' for it. Weire proud to be associated with Herb. Varsity Cross-Country Team; Varsity Track; Justice of Student Court; Student Patrol. WILLIAM CODY iiBill'i 1511 Manton Street Bill's activities around the school are too numerous to mention. Fellows like Bill give our school a fine repu- tation. In spite of his many jobs around the school, Bill found time to achieve a wonderful scholastic record. He plans to continue his education at Penn. Captain, Student Patrol; Chief Justice, Student Court; Editor and Business Man- ager, Junto; President, Stu- dent Association. ALBERT B. CROXTON 1006 W. Jefferson Street Bobby is a popular mem- ber of the graduating class. He is vice-president of his Book. Bobby's pleasant dis- position is one of his fine attributes. Senior Book, Vice-Presi- dent. THOMAS CUNNINGHAM tsHam99 709 F. Alder Place Among the musical elite is Ham. He was one of the first to enroll in the Music Course and has played trom- bone in the band for three years. Lieutenant, Student Patrol; Blr. President; Band. LAFAYETTE DAILEY eiLa5,, 919 N. 11th Street Laff is very popular with the opposite sex as well as with his classmates. Heis a regular guy. After gradu- ating Leif plans to enter the A. A. F. ULYSSELS W.,, DAVIS avy 1532 W. Euclid Ave. Davy will always be a credit to his Alma Mater. He is respected because he is always reliable and de- pendable. Upon graduation Ulysses expects to become an electrician. Student Patrol; llB Bk. President. RICHARD M. DIXON iiRickid' 1618 N. 12th Street Rickie is a lad of many in- terests. For this reason he makes good company. We wish him lots of luck. Student Patrol; Track Team; Gym Team. JOHN B. DRAKE, JR. ilLittle John 1721 Erdman Street Honest John is one of the many seniors in the band. With his intelligence and musical talent he ought to go far. We hope so. Band; Student Patrol. EDDIE DRESNIN 833 N. 5th Street Eddie is the great sports lover of our class. He leans mostly toward baseball. His fine school spirit is conta- gious. Best wishes, Eddie. 2nd Team Baseball; Varsity Baseball Team; Freshmen Basketball Team. LLOYD CARR EDWARDS $iBe Bop,, 1735 N. Fawn Street Lloyd is Ben Franklinis ver- sion of Arnett Cobb. We predict Lloyd will have a band of his own in the near future. In addition he,s an easy guy to like. Band; 113 Bk. Vice-Presi- dent. HERB FISHER Fish 948 N. 5th Street Fish truly ranks with the long list of great athletes graduated from Franklin. He plays hard and clean, always giving his best. Be- cause of this he is looked up to by the rest of the stu- dent body. He was chosen on the All-Puhlic Football Team. Varsity Football t4 yearsl; Varsity Basketball. JAMES A. FOREMAN llskip,, 2013 Christian Street Skip combines a fine scholastic record with a pleasing personality. He is always willing to do a favor. Keep up the good work, Skip. lOB Bk. President. CHARLES GIBBS 171 eathcliW 1 8-712 A Warnock Place Charles does things in a quiet and efficient manner. Around the school his judg- ment is highly respected. Gym Locker Patrol; Stu- dent Patrol; Track Team; Senior Class Secretary. WARDLAW HALL 2032 N. 11th Street Wardlaw has plenty of courage as anyone who saw him on the football field will verify. Heis always in the mood for a joke. Football Team; Track Team. DICK HAWKINS, JR. Hawk 954 N. Hutchinson Street One of the nicest fellows in the class is Hawk. His singing voice is soothing to the ear. Hawk hopes to he- come a professional dancer and singer. We hope he does, too. He was one of the stars in our School Show. Vocal Ensemble. ALVIN HONIGMAN u 8 n 242 Fairmount Ave. Loyalty to the school and its team are Alvin's great contribution to our class. We will miss his jolly per- sonality when he leaves. Soccer Team; Mgr. Foot- ball; Mgr. Basketball. HAROLD JAMES 1717 W. Diamond Street Haroldis interests are many but his favorite hob- by is boxing. Already he is quite a classy hoxer. We wish him lots of success. Student Patrol; Football Team. LEONARD JAMES Bobby 1515 N. Gratz Street Bobby is a familiar sight around Franklin and a wel- come one. He showed he is a master of the gentlemanly art of self defense by win- ning the P.A.L. champion- ship of the city. Student Patrol; Book Presi- dent-lOa, lla, 12a, 12b; Senior Class Treasurer. JAMES JENKINS tlJenks,, 1717 Fairmount Ave. Jenks is outstanding in both football and track. He is the city inter-scholastic champion in the half-mile run. In football he scintil- lates. He made the All- Puhlic Football Team in his last year. Varsity Football; Varsity Tnc . OTIS JOHNSON ilspeed,, 27 N. Sloan Street Speed is just about the right name for Otis. As a member of our track team, Speed won the city title in the 100 and 200 yard runs. On the gridiron his speed came in handy. Swing Band; Student Patrol; Vocal Ensemble; Varsity Football; Varsity Track icath. ROBERT JOHNSON eiRoCki! 2916 W. Susquehanna Ave. Rock likes his sports and loves to play. He was an important member of the only basketball team in Franklinis history to make the play-oEs. He does a swell job in football, too. Varsity Football; Varsity Basketball; Varsity Track. BENJAMIN JONES uLeftyn 610 N. Franklin Street Ben is a fine student and shows fine aptitude along mechanical lines. As an auto mechanic he shines. We wish him lots of luck. Student Patrol; Vice-Presi- dent 11A Book. ROBERT JONES 744 Fairmount Ave. Robert is another one of our many athletes of the graduating class. We all like him because he is so modest about his achievements. Varsity Football; Varsity Track. WALTER T. KLINGER e6Wall '1 1936 W. Girard Ave. Wally is a recent addition to our class and welcome one. The boys recognize the fact that he is a real gen- tleman. He is interested in singing. Vocal Ensemble. PANTELIS KOTOS 2814 Poplar Street This lad is one of the best students Franklin has ever had. In addition to his su- perb scholastic achieve- ments, Pantelis is on the Junto staff. He intends to study engineering in college. Junto Staff. MAJOR LEACH 1319 N. 11th Street The Major is a friendly guy who has a wide reputa- tion as a fencer. Besides serving as captain of our fencing team, he also was a member of the soccer and track teams. Out of school he is in the National Guard. Fencing; Soccer; Track Teams. RANSOM LEE, JR. Rensie 476 N. Orianna Street Rensie is a soft-spoken, easy-going student-the type that everybody likes. His marks speak well for his scholastic ability. After grad- uation he intends to go to college. JOHN LUCAS Carlows'i 3415 Westmoreland Street Carlows is active in ath- letics. The boys like to have him around because of his fine disposition. He intends to go to college. Good luck! Football Team; Track Team. JOSEPH L. MCDERMOTT icMickn 812 N. Stillman Street Mick is the president of the DE. class. He knows his way around, especially in business. Mick is thinking about joining the Army. Junto Staff. l3 CLINTON MITCHELL SSKitI' 1035 S. 5th Street Kit engages in many ath- letic activities, and is good in all of them. His intelli- gence helps him in these sports as well as in making him a capable leader of the Student Patrol. Baseball; Football; Track Teams; captain, Student Patrol. HARVEY MKQRTON or 1919 Ellsworth Street Mort is a man of many hobbies. His favorite pastime is to build and By model airplanes. In addition, Mort is a member of the Fencing Team. Fencing Team. THOMAS W. MOSS, 3rd iiMossie 408 N. 3lst Street Mossie is a popular and well-known figure at Frank- lin. He has been a credit to our school from the day he arrived. The boys recog- nized his ability by electing him Book President 3 times and then electing him Senior Class President. Track Team; Senior Class President. JAMES MURRAY Calvini' 1801 N. 24th Street Calvin doesn't say much, but we know he has the iigoods. We wish him lots of luck. PAUL A. NEAL Leftyn 1731 Edwin Street Lefty sure knows how to handle tools. His work in the woodshop has been out- standing. He is always will- ing to contribute his share in any school project. After graduation, Lefty hopes to continue his woodshop work. Student Patrol. SYLVESTER PANASOSKY 807 N. Franklin Street Sylvester combines intel- ligence with athletic ability. Coming to Franklin from Kearney School, Syl made himself known in athletic ranks by playing football. In his last term he was most valuable to our great foot- ball team. He hopes to pur- sue his studies at P.M.C. Varsity Football; Chief Jus- tice, Student Court. MICHAEL PAVLICHKOJR. llMike 671 N. Alder Street Mike is outstanding in the field of art. His work has been viewed and praised by students and faculty alike. After graduation, Mike in- tends to go to college and eventually will try for the Naval Academy. WILLIAM PAYNE Billy the Kid'i 1302 Brown Street The iiKid is the kind of person who spreads wit and humor, which contributed no little to our class spirit. He is liked by all who know him. After graduation, Billy will become a mem- ber of the Army. Student Patrol. GORDON SAUL Gordy 804 N. 2nd Street A popular student, Gordy excels in athletics. Football and baseball are his favorite sports. Gordy expects to en- ter college and we'll bet he makes the varsity football team wherever he enrolls. Football; Baseball; Stu- dent Patrol; Book President. CARL H. SELDEN 1500 Swain Street Carl is considered one of our best dressers. His pleas- ant disposition makes him liked by his fellow students. Carl intends to go to col- lege after leaving Franklin. Gym Team; Band. CHARLES R. SMITH Smittyl' 2039 Annin Street Smitty is quite versatile in his accomplishments. He played the baritone sax in the band and in addition played football and table tennis. His cheerful attitude is contagious. J. V. Football; Table Ten- nis; Band. RALPH SMITH Thoma? 2425 W. Huntingdon Street Ralph brightened our days at Franklin because of his cheerful smile. We will all miss him. Student Patrol. NATHARJ SPELLMAN a e 1109-A Ogden Place Nate is another in the long list of boxers who have attended Franklin. He shows promise of climbing high in the art of fisticuffs. We hope he does. WILLARD R. SPENCER Willy 508 N. 18th Street Willy is a prominent member of our D. E. pro- gram. He is also known for his athletic performances, especially on the soccer team. Willy hopes to join the Marines after graduation. Soccer Team; Gym Team. CARL A. STEPHENSON Steve'i 4318 N. 7th Street Franklin produced many fine students and Steve is one of them. Being on the honor roll is no novelty for him. Steve plans to continue his education after gradua- tion. Honor roll four terms. CHARLES TAYLOR Slimi' 1601 N. 12th Street The boys at F ranklin rec- ognize ability when they see it. Slim has been Book President four times. He has taken part in many school activities and was al- ways willing to pitch in and do his share in making our school a better place. Book President four terms. MORRIS TERRY Mouth 1238 N. Carlisle Street In spite of his nickname, Morris is rather quiet. He is very popular with the boys and we wish him lots of success. HARVEY THOMAS 1835 N. Croskey Street Harvey has fine native in- telligence. His marks and also his wit hear this out. Harvey's ambition is to con- tinue his education in col- lege. Gym Team; Track Team. WILLIAM TRUMPLER Bill 1917 N. 25th Street We predict Bill will be a shrewd business man. He is president of the D. E. class and also present of his book. We wish him heaps of suc- cess. 12B Bk. President; D. E. Class President. OWEN DUDLEY VICK S eed P 761 N. 201h Street Speed is of scientific bent. He likes to putter around engines. He brought fame to himself and Franklin by winning 2nd place in the Franklin Institute Science Fair. In addition he is a fine student. Book President, two terms; Senior Class Vice-President; Junto Staff; Almanac Stalf; Track Team; Honor Roll, 5 SAMUEL H. VINCENT lisami, 1712 W. Master Street Sam's sense of humor and his clever jokes make him very popular with the boys. We are sure to miss him after graduation. Track Team; Cross-Country Team. MILLEGE L. WALKER Miles 833 N. 13th Street Miles played a mean trom- bone in the hand during his stay at Franklin. Although he majored in mechanical drawing, he plans to enter a musical institute after grad- uation. Hereis hopini, Miles. Band. JOHN 3-1. WABFIELD y 1326 N. Frazier Street We could always de end on Johnny for a he ping hand when we were in dif- iiculties. We will always re- member him as a good sport. llB Bk. President; Track Team. FLOYD E. WILSON 4228 Olive Street The humming of airplane motors is sweet music to Floyd. His other interests in- clude athletics. Just an all- around guy. Track; Cross-Country; Foot- ball. FRANKLIN STAGES EXTBAVAEANZA For the first time in the history of Franklin High, its students, under the direction of Mr. Fox, produced an elaborate musical revue entitled iiAmerica Sings? The performance given by our boys was of a truly professional calibre. People from all walks of life and from every section of the city who witnessed the show marvelled at the fine acting, singing and playing of the entire cast. iiAmerica Singsi, depicted in drama and song some of the most significant episodes in the history of the United States. Appropriate costumes and dress contributed to the background of the production. Charles Taylor did a remarkable job as the Wanderer. His singing, acting and dialogue held the audience spellbound. Other seniors who participated were Ed Wolfe, whose trumpet playing thrilled the on-lookers; George Schley, who starred as a doctor in a dramatic role; David Silver as Benjamin Franklin; William Murray with his golden voice; Guernsey Hollis as Abe Lincoln, and Dick Hawkins, who entertained with his dancing. One of the highlights of the performance was a New Orleans scene featuring Ed Wolfe, Howard Candie, James Garrison, John Drake. Rudolph Jones and Ben Proctor. Among the seniors in the swing band were Morris Barnes, alto sax; Howard Candie, trumpet; Thomas Cunningham, trombone: Lloyd Edwards, tenor sax; Michael Krwawicz, tenor horn and Ed Wolfe, trumpet. tlAmerica Singsll gave a wonderful boost to the reputation of Ben Frank- lin. It convinced many skeptics that our boys have the talent, perseverance and intelligence to successfully stage a real show. We are indebted to the girls of Wm. Penn who participated in the play. To Mr. Fox, for his untiring efforts, knowl- edge and skill, we render our thanks. We will never forget the experience of seeing or taking part in our own show, tlAmerica Sings? We also wish to thank Mr. Browne, who assisted in the coach- ing and publicity, and all the students and faculty members who offered their services. Last, but not least, we wish to express our appreciation to Dr. Horo- witz, our principal, for his enthusiasm and cooperation. SPUNSIJB ESth ELASS CHARLES WEISS IJPFIIIEBS . . . . 2511. ELASS Left to right: William Murray, Secretary; George Schley, Vicc-President; Edward Brown, President; Ruben Adkins, Treasurer. I8 ELASS PULL Most popular ...................................... WILLIAM PEACOCK Most active in school a.gairs ........................... GEORGE HARRIS Best dancer .......................................... EDWARD BROWN Shows best school spirit ................................ FRED BLYTHER Quietest .............................................. LESTER BARRON Loudest .............................................. WILLIAM CHASE Sleepiest ............................................ NORMAN NELSON Best loafer ............................................ WILLIAM CHASE Most probable bachelor .................................. ROBERT CARR Most likely to succeed .................................... ERNEST DAVIS Best athlete ........................................... LEON WHITLEY Most talkative ...................................... RICHARD BENTON Most studious .......................................... ROBERT GLASS Best dressed ............................................... WILL DAVIS Best politician ........................................... JOHN MOORE Most handsome ....................................... GEORGE HARRIS Who thinks he is most handsome ..................... ROBERT JOHNSON W ittiest ............................................ RAYBURN WRIGHT Best lover .................................................. WILL DAVIS Best cutter .......................................... ROBERT J OHNSON Who is out to lick the world ........................ WILLIAM PEACOCK F avorite school study .......................................... ENGLISH Most disliked study ............................................... MATH Favorite teacherLsJ ...... MR. HAMILTON, MR. ROSENBERG, MR. WEISS Most desirable companion on a desert isle ....................... MY GIRL LBHKING BAEKWABD Little did we think as we left school for our summer vacation in June, 1950, that our country would become embroiled in another war. Such was the case, however. Upon returning to classes in September we were greatly con- cerned not only about our own fates, but the fates of the many graduates who we knew had enlisted. Before many weeks had elapsed, we were reading casualty lists published in the newspapers containing the names of F ranklin graduates. Already we have had more than our share of those who spilled blood for their country. To sound a more cheerful note-we had many things for which to be thankful. Many students in the graduating class were participating in athletics and other school activities. Our football team, under the excellent coaching of Mr. BeloE, showed marked improvement over the previous year. The 1950 squad was the most spirited, aggressive and determined group of players Frank- lin has seen in many years. We missed the play-offs by the scantiest of margins. Herbie Fisher and James Jenkins were so outstanding they made the All-Public High Team. Bill Yancey, a tower of strength in the backfield, received Hon- arable Mention. Every member of the team showed fine spirit and courage. On and OH the field these fellows were ttregular guys. On Dec. 12, 13, and 14, 1950, hAmerica Sings, a musical production staged almost exclusively by F ranklinites, under the direction of Mr. Fox, was presented to responsive and enthusiastic audiences. The performance of our students was truly superb. It was the first time in the history of Ben Franklin that a show of this type was given. Mr. Fox, his faculty assistants, the cast and every one who worked hard to make Franklin's first musical a rousing success, may well be proud of their work. Our own Bill Cody, an outstanding academic student and President of the StudentAssociation, brought fame and glory to F ranklin by winning the city- wide llI Speak for Democracyll contest in which representatives from all the Public and Parochial High Schools competed. By winning this contest, Bill not only won for himself a four-year scholarship to the University of Pennsyl- vania but also won for the school a handsome radio-television set. In passing, we must mention Mr. Rosenberg, popular and capable English teacher, who coached Bill. On Jan. 19, 1950, four Heet-footed Blue and Gold spike and shoe men competed in the Annual Inquirer Track Meet held in Convention Hall. They were Ruben Adkins, Wardlaw Hall, James Jenkins and Otis Johnson. F ranklin was once again put in the limelight when these speed merchants established a new record for the four-lap relay. For the second consecutive year our basketball team participated in the playoffs. Bob Gainey and John Chaney were unanimous choices for the All- Public High team. Leon Whitley, Moses Rice, Bob Black, and Freddie Blyther comprised the other starters. Loyal followers of the squad will long remember those exciting basketball games, especially the championship play-olfs. Our assemblies, led by genial Mr. Allen, continued to be of high calibre and were the scene of many spirited pep-rallies. Versatile Mr. Hamilton spread enthusiasm and spirit among the student body with his original cheers and songs. To the faculty and Dr. Horowitz, we wish to say good-bye and good luck. We sincerely hope we will profit by our experiences at Franklin. 2 I RUBEN ADKINS, JR. 55 N. Peach Street Ruben is a credit to Franklin. Besides being an outstanding member of the varsity football team, Ruben was one of the quartet on our track team that broke the city record for the half- mile relay. He was elected treasurer of the senior class. His scholastic work was much better than average. Varsity Football; Varsity Track; Senior Class Treas- urer. CHARLES ALLEN nAllen 829-3 Warnock Place Charles knows how to handle himself, especially with the sword. His line dis- position enables him to get along with every typet of person. Best wishes, Allen. Fencing Team. CLEVELAND ALSTON llCleIJ 1206 N. Hutchinson Street Cle is one of Franklinis many all-around athletes. He is a real specialist in fenc- ing. After graduation Cle intends to apply for Oilicers Candidate School in the Navy. Varsity Track; Fencing Team; Soccer Team. JAMES ANDREWS tNapoleon Moorei llNate,, 1327 N. 13th Street A man of many interests is Nate. The girls think he is the best dancer in town. He is very popular with his classmates. President 93 Book; J. V. Football. ROOSEVELT ARCHIE iiArchiebald 1638 N. 11th Street Although he is quite talk- ative, Archiehald is always ready to listen and learn. We wish him lots of success. Student Patrol. terms. 22 LESTER BARRON lislimY, 245 N. 10th Street Slim is the type of per- son who is friendly with everyone. For this reason we all like and respect him. Good luck to a fine fellow. RICHARD H..BENTON 917 N. Hutchinson Street Richard ought to make a good lawyer for he can talk himself into and out of any situation. He is deeply in- terested in advancing him- self and hopes to go to col- lege. DAVID BETHA, JR. eCBetI! 473 N. 4th Street Bet is always willing to help others in a tight spot. He likes all sports. We will all miss him after gradua- tion. In his sophomore year he made the honor roll which is quite an accom- plishment. Vice-President 11A Book. WILLEAM N. BING oopie 1420 N. Perth Street Poopie combines good scholarship with athletics. He made the honor roll in his sophomore year. In ad- dition he participated in football and was a member of our track team. 2nd Team Football; Track Team. FRED BLYTHER 1120 S. 23rd Street We could write a whole page about Fred. There isnit much in Franklin that Fred hasnit had a hand in. Yet with all these activities Fred is an unassuming and quiet person. If anyone deserves a break in life, it's Fred. We wish him well. Cross - Country, Basketball and Truck Teams; J. V. Soccer; Editor-in-Chief of Junto; Senior Class His- torian; Vocal Ensemble; President llA Book. BENJAMIN BOWMAN iiSkeeteri, 1931 N. Lambert Place Skeeter proves that good things come in small pack- ages. Besides playing on the soccer team and being a member of the cross-country team, Skeeter really achieved a llrepl, as a master fencer. He was the state champ in the 1950-51 season. His name also appeared on the honor roll in his 113 term. Fencing; Cross-Country and Soccer Teams. HERBERT CURTIS BOYD ilHerb'i 2149 N. Sharswood Street Herb is a most likeable chap. He knows what he wants and generally gets it. After graduation Herb plans to enter the Navy. Vocal Ensemble. JERRY BRADLEY ilSonny Boy'i 1221 W. Stiles Street Sonny Boy is a good name for Jerry. His constant flow of humor makes him popu- lar with the boys. We will miss his jokes after he leaves. Student Patrol. EDWARD A. BROWN 008i! Ed,, 807 E. Hutchinson Place Ed is another true Frank- linite. His activities around the school cover a lot of ter- ritory. The seniors thought so much of his ability that they elected him senior class president. He was also se- lected as school representa- tive to the Interscholastic League. Book President 6 times; Lieut., Student Patrol; Senior Class President. CHARLES BURTON iuslimyi 1923 N. 13th Street Y Students like Charles give Franklin a fine reputation. He is gentlemanly at all times and commands the re- spect of his fellow students. May your future be bright. Student Patrol. 23 ROBERT VICTOR CARR King Foxy Flauop 1024 Melon Street King Foxy made a lot of lasting friendships during his stay at Franklin. After graduation Robert plans to help Uncle Sam by going into the Army. Student Patrol; Manager, Baseball Team. JOHN CHANEY iiCherokee 1707 Ellsworth Street John is a linatural at has- ketball. He was one of the outstanding performers of our famed basketball team. His playmaking and sharp shooting was truly remark- able. In addition Cherokeels joviality is infectious. Varsity Basketball; Presi- dent, 1013 Book. WILLIAM CHASE 2Joe Cefus 209 Norton Street Joe Cefus, the facetious one, is capable of making you laugh no matter how melancholy you feel. In these troubled times we ap- preciate fellows like Wil- liam. Vice-Pres. 12A Book. THEODORE COFIELD llTedd !! 1917 Brown Street Teddy is one of Frank- linls many fine boxers. He reached the finals in the 1950 Golden Gloves Tourna- ment. Courage should be his nickname. Vocal Ensemble. JOSEPH E. COLBERT ISFil,, 1707 Olive Street Joe is a chap who has a lot of understanding. For this reason he gets along well with everyone. This quality will prove an asset in later life. Vice-Pres., 118 Book. CHARLES CRAWFORD uKid Slaughter 623 Parrish Street Charles is very well thought of by his many friends at Franklin. We hope he continues to be as popular as he Was at Frank- lin. Good luck. CLARENCE DANIELS iiDanny 2155 N. 12th Street Danny is ever ready to do a guy a favor if at all pos- sible. He is as dependable as the Rock of Gibraltar. 1. V. Football; President, 9A Book. 1204 Fairmount Avenue Muscles is of the opinion that a good education is val- uahle. By being on the honor roll several times he has proved the point. His interests are versatile. President 10A and 10B Books; Student Assn.; 2nd Team Basketball; Junto Stan. WILL DAVIS Bill ! 910-A Ogden Place When it comes to snappy dressers, Billy has no equal. No wonder the girls find him so attractive. He is a regular guy and a good sport. ARTHUR P. DELEAVER 3SDeeD! 2342 Sharswood Street Dee was one of our best cross-country performers. He likes sports and partici ates in practically all of em. Nice going, Dee. Cross - Country; Varsity Track; 2nd Team Fencing. 24 RUBEN ENGLISH tlAbe,, 1536 Cabot Street A quiet type is Ruben but one who has determination and the will to get what he wants. He is very fond of sports especially football and basketball. 2nd Team Football. THEODORE ERWIN Muscles 910 N. Sanain Street Besides being one of the outstanding students of the class; Muscles engages in many other activities. On the gym team he is a standout and also is on the Junto and Almanac Stuns. He plans to become a physical education teacher after grad- nation. Gym Team; Associate Edi- tor, Junto; Almanac Staff. BENJAMIN FOLK uBennyn 1310 Parrish Street Benny is a quiet, well- mannered student who has a knack for making friends. He is a swell guy to know. He, too, participates in various activities around the school. He intends to go to college. 2nd Gym Team; Junto Stalf; French Club. SPENCER EDWARD FORD ilittle Bones 1421 Watts Street Spencer has a lot of native intelligence and latent abil- ity. Watch out when he gets starteds We wish him happy days ahead. Varsity Football. ROBERT GAINEY GtBobii 1724 South Street Bob is one of the few Franklin High players to make the All-Public basket- ball team. We consider him one of the best high school players in the state. In nd- dition Bob is an excellent student and takes his studies very seriously. He plans to go to college upon gradua- tion. Varsity Basketball Team. ROBERT P. GLASS iiReckless'i 1934 Wallace Street Robert is one of our bet- ter students. While he seems rather quiet he knows what the score is. His many friends at Franklin wish him lots of luck. Locker Patrol; Junto. CHARLES HALL iiClemi' 800-C Hutchinson Place Charles has many interests not the least of which is the girls. And they like him, too. He is popular with his classmates as well. The best to you Clem. President 11A Book. HERMAN HAMILTON t5 D ea c,! 1220 W. Flora Street Deac is a rather talkative person but talks sense. He was an outstanding repre- sentative on the gym and track teams. Is he popular? . ask the girls. He also lnade the honor roll several times. Gym Team; Track Team; Fencing Team. OSCAR HANKINSON, JR. ltHankI, 416 Carpenter Street Hank will never let the grass grow under his feet. He is interested in getting a good education. He also has a natural love for sports. The future holds many op- portunities for a fellow of his talents. Varsity Football; Varsity Track. ALBERT R. HARMON, JR. Big Al 244 S. Alder Street When it comes to Qholar- ship there arenit many who can top Albert. He was es- pecially good in mathe- matics. We know he will succeed in his chosen field. Junto Staff; Vice-Pres. 12A Book. 25 ALLEN HARPER 1952 N. Camac Street Allen is interested in elec- trical work of all kinds. He hopes to continue this type of work after graduation. We feel confident he will be a success at it. He likes baseball best of all the sports. EDWARD HARRIS t'Eddie 1109 Parrish Place Eddie comes from New York but he quickly adaitled himself to life at Fran in High. His numerous hobbies include drawing and foot- ball. He plans to continue his education at a business college. J. V. Football; Varsity Base- ball; President, 98 Book. GEORGE HARRIS i'Gorgeou: George 1212 W. Jelferson Street Not only was George busy in the school but also out of it. He has won sev- eral boxing tournaments. The boys think so much of him that ever since he came to Franklin he has been an oilicer of some kind or other. His other activities include track and Junto. He was also a member of the Interscholastic League. Book President, four times; Vice-Pres., Student Assn; Track Team; Junto Staff. BENJAJVIIN HikRVEY aruey' 2138 N. 12th Street Harvey has an easy going temperament combined with dignity. He is always willing to do his share of a job and is popular with students and faculty alike. Book Vice-President, twice; Student Patrol. MOSES HENDERSON 3820 Fairmount Ave. Moses is more on the quiet side but makes him- self felt by his affable na- ture. We hope he succeeds in life. Cross-Country Team. GUERNSEY HOLLIS i'lake 1404 N. 11th Street Jake is a lover of sports. At Franklin he participated in a variety of them. These included soccer, track, has- ketball and baseball. Soccer Team; Track; Bas- ketball and Baseball Teams. HARRY JAMES 523 N. 2nd Street Harry is the ambitious type, always trying to better himself whether it be in ath- letics or scholastic standing. Hats off to you, Harry. Cross-Country; Baseball. EDWARD JENKINS $5Sugari, 1221 Brown Street Sugar is one of the better dressers of the class. He is very mannerly and sees that his lessons are up to date. He shows fine school spirit. ALFRED JOHNSON 3llkeil 2046 W. Norris Street Alfred believes that only by cooperation can we ac- complish things worth while. To prove this he will co. operate to the fullest extent on any worthy project. ROBERT C. JOHNSON Prince Devereaux 2018 N. 22nd Street Harryls interests lie in many directions. Music, girls and sports are among his favorites. He is what is known as a real nice guy. Student Assn.; Soccer Team; School Band; Vocal En- semble. 26 ROY JOHNSON Flasks 831 N. 49th Street Roy shows a fine back- ground. Although not too talkative he helps support Franklinls teams. His many friends wish him the best of wishes. Football Team. LOUIS L. JONES Tweak 4825 Haverford Ave. Louis ought to make a first rate salesman. He did a wonderful job in selling tickets for our show iiAmer- ica Sings. Keep up the good work, Louis, and you are bound to succeed. PAUL JONES Pabloi' 805 B Warnock Place Pablo didn't take lon to get that good old Fran lin spirit. His sense of humor makes him a jolly compan- ion. Good luck, Pablo. J . V. Basketball. MICHAEL KRWAWICZ 'iMike 1649 S. 27th Street Mike is especially good in mathematics. After gradua- tion he wants to work in the Navy Yard so he can learn more about auto mechanics. We feel sure he will wind up as an excep- tionally good mechanic. Band. DONALD BELLUS LEAVY Big Dan 4429 Brown Street When Don isnlt playing or talking football he is helping support the other teams. Big Don played a prominent part on our great football team. Fine work, Don. Football Team; Track Team; Book President twice. LEONARD MADDOX nWilber 1918 Morse Street 0Speak when you are spoken to is Leonardis motto. In his modest way Leonard makes himself felt especially on the cross- country and gym teams. CrossCountry Team; Gym Team. HARVEY MATTHEWS !IB dd ,9 u y 2006 Kater Street Harvey intends to learn everything there is to learn about the dental supply business. Letis wish a grand fellow much success in his chosen field. ROBERT MILES uBobbyn 71.1 B Alder Place Bobby was always con. cerned about our athletic teams. He leads the way in school spirit. When he isn't playing he is cheering the team on. Football Manager; Cheer Leader, 2nd Team Basket- ball; 2nd Team Baseball. JOEIN MOORE 53 end 2541 Oakford Street John has a knack for newspaper work in which field he hopes to devote his future years. His various ac- tivities at Franklin will serve him very well. We expect him to become a publicity and promotional manager. Associate Editor, Junto; Current Events Club; Pub- licity Man for iiAmerica Sings? Campaign Manager Student Assn. MACK MURPHREE, JR. Junior 5901 Lansdowne Ave. Mack came to F ranklin to take the Aero Course. He is doing a good job on it. He is the only boy in Franklin to have a Hying license. After graduation Mack plans either to join the Air Force or enter the airpline indus- try. Keep 'em flying. Aero Club. 27 WILLIAM MURRAY llBillY' 2253 N. Bouvier Street Bill is the 0Voice of Franklin. With training he should make a name for himself in the musical world. Bill was one of the stars of nAmerica Sings. Hope you make it, William. Chorus; Dramatic Club; Book President 2 terms. NORMAN NELSON usonnyn 2327 N. Smedley Street Sonny is quite an author- ity on music and its histori- cal background. Playing in the school band gives Nor- man and his fellow students lots of pleasure. We wish him all the success in the world. Band. FRANK PilCHOeLSON, JR. teve 2006 N. Woodstock Street Frank is a member of the D. E. Department at Frank- lin. He thinks that with his progressive ideas along bus- iness lines he will climb to hhe top. We all agree with Im. F RANK J. NISER K's ed?! 120 Emily Street Frank is anxious to iigo 'places after graduation. He is greatly concerned with his marks. Hearty good wishes to a clean-cut lad. WILLIAM PEACOCK, JR. 'iSweetcakes'i 1406 Marvine Street Sweetcakes is a standout at Franklin. His main hob- by is boxing and he does that well. Winner of the Diamond Belt and Golden Gloves Tournaments, Wil- liam didnit stop there. Here in school he was as busy as a bee. He was justly honored by being elected President of the Student Association. President, Student Assn.; Student Patrol; Book Presi- dent, 4 times; Almanac Stem RUDOLPH PRICE Rudyu 815 B Jessup Place Rudy has his own ideas on business and we know they are good ones. Music is just another of his hob- bies. Making friends is an- other. A bright future for you, Rudy. VINCENT RgBlIIlANAUSKAS u i ,i 1117 Wallace Street Bill's easy going disposi- tion has won him many friends. Upon graduation he intends to join the Air Force which will be a break for Uncle Sam. Junta Stalf. MOSES RICE 2057 N. 13th Street Rice was one of the main- stays on our great basket- ball team. He is as depend- able oi! the court as on. He is always full of life and jokes. Soccer Team; Basketball Team. JAMES SANDERS Jimmiel' 1732 N. Front Street While Jimmie doesn't play on any of our teams, he makes his presence felt by showing line school spirit and supporting our teams. GEORGE R. SCHLEY ellymaun 2242 Pemberton Street George has a natunl tal- ent for acting. He was one of the stars of our show, 11Ametica Sings. His intel- ligence together with his tal- ent, we predict, will earn him as important niche in life. Dramatic Club; Vocal En- semble ; Cross-CountryTenm; Student Patrol; Vice-Presi- dent, Senior Clue. DAVID SILVER ltHi Yo,, 1538 N. 7th Street Hi Yo is one of the best students of the class. His activities around the school are too numerous to men- tion. His enthusiasm and rooting give the boys 3 lift. We guarantee he will be successful. Current Events Club; Dra- matic Club; Vocal En- semble; Junto; Student Patrol; Manager, Basketball Team; Soccer Team; Table Tennis Team; Book Presi- dent twice. FREDK. SIMMONS, JR. 11Freddie 1208 Poplar Street Freddie is a hard worker always striving to better himself. He likes to play and listen to music. We wish him loads of luck. ALBERT H. SMITH 1'Smiuy 1301 N. 15th Street Albert is one of the many Franklin boys who has to work after school to keep the wolf away. In between school and work he likes to read. After he leaves Frank- lin he would like to become a first rate salesman. We are sure he will. ROBERT SMITH iiSInitty'i 240 S. Alder Street Smitty, a little man, is out to prove to the world a little man is just as good, if not better, than a big one. And, if we know Smitty, he will do it convincingly. DAVID TUCKER, JR. Little David 959 N. Warnock Street In spite of his size, Little David can hold his own with the best of them, es- pecially when it comes to talking. Everyone likes Dav- id even though his jokes are corny. Vice-Pres. 10A Book; Color Guard; J. V. Baseball. WESLEY WARNER iiKid West 1310 S. Dover Street Wesley likes to demon- strate his strength on his classmates. We will all miss his friendship after he leaves. The best of wishes, Kid. RICHARD A. WELLS iWDuke', 1738 N. Darien Street A D. E. student, Duke is keenly interested in busi- ness. We know he has the makings for becoming a suc- cessful merchant. Good luck to a likeahle guy. LEON WHITLEY llLee,, 1915 Pemberton Street Leon1s brains together with his skill make him a most valuable player on a team. In a pinch he always comes through. He contrib- uted tremendously on our fine basketball and football teams. Football Team; Basketball Team; Track Team. EARL WILLIAMS 1228 W. Harper Street Earl is known by all the boys to be a regular fellow. He knows all the angles when it comes to sports. Maybe he'll be a coach some day. If that's what he wants we hope he makes it. Soccer Team. CALVIN L. WILSON WIMuhaf, 2526 Opal Street In 1950 Calvin was the boxing champ in the Dia- mond Belt and Golden Gloves Tournament. Besides his boxing ability, Muha was elected class officer several times. When it comes to intelligence, he's a knock- out. Book President, twice; llB 29 LEON WILSON 1438 N. 13th Street Leon makes any business pertaining to the school his business. Being a member of the D. E. class we are sure that Leonls winning manner will be an asset to- ward his future career. J. V. Football and Baseball. EDWARD WOLFE Sidney 1613 Mt. Vernon Street Sidney is another Harry James in the making. He gave us many happy times with his trumpet playing. He plans to continue play- ing after graduation. We,re positive Sidney will make a name for himself. He was largely instrumental in mak- ing our show a huge suc- cess. School Band Leader; A Ca- pella Choir. RAYBURN WRIGHT Blaze 1518 Manton Street The longer you get to know Blaze the better you like him. This seems to be the consensus of opinion among Rayburn's classmates. We hope he gets the best out of life. WILLIAM YANCY Everett 2101 W. Diamond Street William was one of Frank- linis famed football players. We will never forget some of his long runs on the gridiron. He shows fine sportsmanship on and OK the athletic field. Keep going, Everett. Varsity Football; Baseball and Track. RUSSELL YOUNG llLesI, 804 N. 13th Street Although rather reticent the boys know Les is a swell guy. We all wish him the best life has to offer. Varsity Baseball. ALMANAE STAFF . . . 24th CLASS LEFT T0 RIGHT: Fisher, Vick, Mr. Welss Sponsow, Moss, Barnes. LEFT T0 RIGHT: Silver, Mr. Weiss SponsoH, Blyther, Peacock, G. Harris. ALMANAE STAFF . . . 25111 ELASS 3O JUNTH STAFF ... 24H1ELA55 TOP ROW, left to right: Williams, Addison, Moore, Harris. MIDDLE ROW, left to right: Taylor, Harmon, Klus, Jenkins, Kates, Chemey. BOTTOM ROW, left to right: Morris, Clarl' J. Fisher, Cody, Hollis, H. Fisher. FRONT: Davis, Erwin, A. Harmon, Blyther, Morris, Monroe, Schley. BACK: Hollis, L. Har- mon, Taylor, Jenkins, Folk, Glass, Nixon. JUNTU STAFF. .. ESHIELASS 3l STUDENT ASSUEIATIIIN . . . 24th ELASS TOP ROW, left to right: Kaminsky, Jones, Page, Wescotl, Brdme, Schroeder, Thompson, Robinson, Hall, Wilson, Chemey, Bramble, King, Stevenson. MIDDLE ROW, left to right: Moss, Brown, Peacock, Scott, Brinson, Taylor, Marcus, Pelzer, Anderson, Garrison, Proctor. FRONT ROW, left to right: Mr. Allen, Harris V.PJ, Vick TreasJ, Cody PresJ, Ford GedyL Mr. Hamilton. FRONT ROW, left to right: Cody, E. Brown, C. Harris, Taylor 071:0, W. Peacock 0513M, Norris HKPJ, Chemey TreasJ, Padgett, Marcus, A. Johnson. SECOND ROW: Davis, Booker, Archer, Russell, Aiken, R. Miller, Mack, Gary, Garrett, Butler, Boyer, Mitchell, Peacock. THIRD ROW: Whiting, Washington, Sabella, Alston, Abrams, Robinson, Brinson, Hickerson, Addison, Hall, Hunter. STUDENT ASSIIIIIATIIJN . . . ESth CLASS STUDENT PATBUL ... 24th ELASS TOP ROW, left to right: Baxter, Neal, Graxioso, Riles, McNear, M. Baxter, Sheppard, Berry, Bingham, Gantiz, T. Williams, Weslcott. MIDDLE ROW, left to right: Aikens, Riley, Smith, Mason, Izzard, Bowman, Dixon, Grier, Albert, Seville, Johnson. BOTTOM ROW, left to right: Dennis, C. Smith, Silver iLtJ, Perry ngtJ, Halloway iLtJ, Mitchell iCath, Mr. Hearn, Mitchell, Pelzer iLtJ, Boyer ngtJ, Monroe, Robinson. FRONT ROW, left to right: Abrams iLtJ, Riles ngtJ, Hankinson ngtJ, Schley t'Sgt. L Holloway iCath, Mr. Hearn, Monroe iLtJ, Perry iLtJ, Pelzer ngtJ, B. Johnson. SECOND ROW: Boyer, Paige, Boyer, Harvey, Black, Wright, Stevens iLtJ, Goines, Bingham ngt. L Williams, Edwards, E. Smith Byrd. THIRD ROW: Luke, Albert, Bing, Branch, Miller, Cun- ningham, Towles, Horton, S. Jackson, V. Smith. STUDENT PATBDL ... ESIh CLASS 33 BAND . . . 24th CLASS FRONT ROW, left to right: Garrison, Smith, Hall, Edwards, Jones, Barnes, Christine, Weston, Drake. SECOND ROW: Simmons, Cunningham, Walker, Sigler, Wolfe, Candie, Johnson, Nelson, Russell. THIRD ROW: Purnell, Williams, Heath, Small, Proctor, Mr. Fox Music DireclnH . FRONT ROW: Garrison, Reeves, Gadson, Battle, Johnson, Hall, Wolfe. SECOND ROW: Simmons, Krwawu'z, Heath, Ameker, Nelson, Russell, Holloway. THIRD ROW: Bender, Proctor, Tanelli, Mr. Fox. BAND . .. 25:11 ELASS 34 PBBTBALL TOP ROW, left to right: Mr. Beloff Rondo, Sheldon, Leavy, Teagle, Fisher, Saul, Blakney, Ford, Hunter, 0. Johnson, Adkins, Jenkins, Whitley, Yancey, Mitchell, R. Jones. BOTTOM ROW, left to right: Crier, Baxter, Goodwin, Hankinson, Pierce, Culmer, Robinson, R. John- son, Panasosky, Smith, Sigler, Neal, Black. Fullback-Hall mm in pictureL BOTTOM ROW, left to right: R. Chaney, Tolen, Blyther, Mutchison, Whitley, J. Chaney. TOP ROW: Rice, Rimwick, Hollis, Black, Richardson, Matthews, Gainey. BASKETBALL 35 PlllJTBALI. Who of the graduating class will ever for- get our 1950 football team? Sporting one of the finest records in its history, Franklin High can justly be proud. Under the inspir- ing and able coaching of Mr. Beloll', our team ended the season with a log of 4 victories against 2 defeats in league competition. Starting from scratch, Coach Belofl' whipped our boys into a dazzling fighting machine. Up until the last game of the season with Bok we were in the running for the cham- pionship. The backfield of Hall, Mitchell, Jenkins, Otis J ohnson, Sheldon and Yancey was prob- ably the fastest in the league. In game after game one or more of these men got away to long runs. On the line seniors Fisher, Saul, Leavy, Jones, Panasosky, Whitley, Adkins, Ford, Robert Johnson, Hankinson and Baxter per- formed yeoman service both on offense and defense. Franklin earned further laurels when two of its members, Herbie Fisher and J ames J enkins were selected on the All-Public team. While in every game there were individual players who scintillated, yet, were it not for the team spirit and cooperation, our team would never have reached the heights it did. We canlt pass by the football season with- out mentioning Little Alvin Honigman, as loyal a student as ever attended Franklin. 36 On and off the field he encouraged the players, rendering any service that he could possibly give. In addition to Mr. Beloff we want also to sing the praises of Mr. Eliasson, Mr. Hill and Mr. Schafer who assisted in the building of this fine team. 1950 F OOTBALL Ben F ranklin travelled to Pottstown to open its 1950 season. It was a hard-fought battle from beginning to end. The Trojans scored first on a 20-yard pass play, Green to Pollick. Some of the highlights of the game as far as Franklin was concerned were iiKif, Mitchellls 67-yard scamper in the second period and Bill Yancey,s 73-yard dash in the third period. Franklin fought hard, the game ending with the Poor Richards in pos- session on the Trojan 30. The final score was 13-12 in favor of Pottstown. In the league opener against Gratz, Ben Franklin emerged victorious on the long end of a 13-7 score. In the opening period Kit Mitchell picked 011' a fiat pass on his own 15 and raced 85 yards to score. Bill Yancey booted the extra point and the score stood 7-0. In the third period Cratz scored to even the score, 7-7. With seven seconds left in the ball game, Jenkins took a Carl Sheldon pass on his own 35 and raced over the goal line for the winning tally. On a murky afternoon the Poor Richards journeyed to 12th 81 Bigler Sts. to play the Rams of Southern High for their second league contest. In the opening period neither team could score but in the second quarter Southern pushed over a tally. The half ended with the Rams in front, 7-0. In the third period Bill Yancey took a reverse and sprinted 53 yards to the end zone. The con- version was missed. In the final period Southern picked up two more points on a safety. The final score was 9-6 in favor of Southern. FRANKLIN ROUTS MASTBAUM Bouncing back after its defeat by Southern, the Poor Richards crushed Mastbaum 40-6. Held scoreless in the first quarter because of fumbles, Franklin snapped out of the dol- drums in the second period with Jenkins, Mitchell and Yancey scoring a touchdown. At the start of the second half Jenkins caught the kick-olf on his own 20 and raced 80 yards for a spectacular touchdown. F rom this point on the issue was never in doubt. FRANKLIN TROUNCES WEST PHILA. HIGH SCHOOL Continuing their savage attack from its last game, Ben F ranklin defeated a game team from West Phila. High School, 40 to 6. Early in the game Jenkins faked a punt on his own 37 and then streaked 63 yards for a touchdown. From here on the game de- veloped into a parade of touchdowns for the Poor Richards. J enkins scored again later as well as Wardlaw Hall, Leon Whitley, and Yancey who also scored twice. The brilliant line play of F ranklin stood out as time after time they thwarted the men from West Phila. on scoring opportunities. POOR RICHA RDS D0 WN ROXBOROUGH In a fast-moving contest featured by long runs by Carl Sheldon and Leon Whitley, F ranklin upset Roxborough 20-7. Franklinis first score came in the second period when Carl Sheldon intercepted a pass on his own 15 and raced 85 yards for a touchdown. F ine blocking on the part of the entire team made it easier for Carl to score. Our second tally came as a result of a pass, Otis itSpeedyi, Johnson to Sheldon. In the third period Franklin made its final score on a pass, Yancey to Whitley, who raced 30 yards to pay dirt. FRANKLIN LOSES FINAL GAME T0 BOK With a chance to tie Frankford for the League title, our team bogged down and fumbled at critical times. With Bob Purcell doing most of the ball carrying the Wildcats from Bok tallied in the first period on a sus- tained march down the field. A pass inter- ception and a 50-yard run by Guida, of Bok, gave the Wildcats their second touchdown. In the second half F ranklin,s offensive started to roll but a penalty set them back after they had penetrated the 10-yard stripe. On another occasion we were close to a score but we just couldnit cash in. The final score read: Bok-26, Franklin-O. THE BASKETBALL SEASON Right on the heels of our highly successful football season. the basketball team. coached by Mr. Sam Browne, continued Franklirfs winning ways by overcoming the opposition most of the way and eventually reaching the play- 033 for the second straight year. Playing the first game in the post-season series the Poor Richards basketeers easily defeated Southern High School. However. the scrappy team from West Philadelphia High, upset our squad, in an ex- citing contest. During the regular league season we lost but two close games, one by a point to Southern and the other by two points to West Phillie. Every other team in the league was beaten handily. Once again Franklin was signally honored by placing two of its players, Robert hBobb, Gainey and John ttCherokeeh Chaney, on the All-Public team. Throughout the season the work of these two sterling players was the talk of the league. In most of the games the tricky dribbling and fast breaking of Chaney was outstanding, fooling our opponents time after time. His uncanny shooting was responsible for many of our victories. Old reliable Bob Gainey, although hampered a good part of the season by a cold, played his usual scintillating game, garnering shots 0!! the backboard time and again. Once again he was among the leaders in scoring. Both Bob and Cherokee, although 38 individual stars, were also fine team players. Leon Whitley, by virtue of his long shots and steadying influence, was one of the vital cogs in our line team. For sheer courage, there was no single player in the league who topped him. Dependable Freddie Blyther, our athlete-journalist, although not a flashy player, displayed speed, passing ability and team play throughout the season,s play. Moses Rice, the remaining member of the graduating class, on our starting varsity team, came through when the chips were down. Guernsey Hollis, a substitute, although playing rarely, fitted right in with the scheme of things. Bob Black, another starter, played fine ball all season, especially in the latter games when the going was rough. This year our team was well fortified by reserves. In a number of games after the starting squad had amassed a comfortable lead the substitutes were put in and showed fine promise by their play. The prospects for next season seem good, judging by the performance of these players this past season. To Coach Sam Browne we say farewell not only for ourselves but for the rest of the student body. We are indeed sorry to see you leave Franklin. Our loss will be Lincoln High SchooPs gain. We wish you a successful career, only reserving the right to cheer for a Franklin victory when they play Lincoln. We shall miss your fine coaching and inspiring assembly talks. To the faculty and students we wish to thank you for your fine support of our team. To Dr. Horowitz, we wish to render thanks for your presence at most of our games. We know that you are a busy man and we realize that you must have gone out of your way to attend the games. 39 FENEINB FRONT ROW, left to right: Neal, Johnson, Bowman Hlapm, Alston, Morgan. SECOND ROW: Pine, Pale, Bowers, DeLeaver, Sidney, Brown mng. STANDING: Miller, Erwin, Freeman, Maddox, Lee, Thorpe, Mr. Brod, coach. KNEELINC: Scony, Hamilton, Fussell, Garrison. GYM EBBSS EUUNTBY Coach Mr. Debus. TOP ROW, left to right: Savage, Westcott, Schley, Churn, L. Brown, Weston, Archer, Rosales, Drakewood, Vincent, Wines. BOTTOM ROW, left to right; Ricks, Maddox. Phillips, Alston. MIqunv-J Inlunmn Nixon. Jones, Stivender, R. Brown. TOP ROW, left to right: Gasis, Rice, Spencer, Leach, Scott, Hilthr. Brod htoachL BOT- TOM ROW, left to right: Alston, James, Iannelli, Silver, Wilson, Riley. SUEEEB 41 TRACK FIRST ROW, left to right: Houston, Battles, Canty, Harrison, Johnson, Townes, Jones. SECOND ROW: Hankinsoh, Wescott, DeBerry, Stokes, Drakewood, Jones, Mumford, Russell. THIRD ROW: Johnson, Stevens, Johnson, Davenport, Smith, Wines, Moore, Darden. FOURTH ROW: Mr. Debus RoachL Adkins, Terry, Archer, Johnson, Williams, Remis, McCory. Wm. Terry, Wilbur Terry, Day, Mr. Schaffer. FRONT ROW: Sabella mng. Angelus, Morris, Perry, Grier, Young, Muchison, Johnson, Luke. BACK ROW: Mr. Schafer Rondo, Teagle, McCoy, Henderson, Matthews, Burt, Pierce, Hill. Pavlichko. Summons. BASEBALL 42 TABLE TENNIS FRONT: Brown, Harris, Peacock, Postell. BACK: Mr. Hamilton moacm, Garris, Floyd, Dandy, McDowell, Thomas, Addison. 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