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

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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

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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.

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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.