Boys High School - Epitome Yearbook (Reading, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 112 of the 1926 volume:

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BERTOLET EE DEI mm EE HOWARD E. BOYER EE EE EE EE WILLIAM A. BURKHART EE EIEI IIIEI EE HOWARD C. FRANTZ SE EE EE' EE WILBUR T. LEFFLER EE' mm Elm mm Elm EE ALBERT S. READINGER EE EIEI Em EE EDXVARD M. SCHMAUDER EE EE EE IIIIII EIU EE Faculty Advisor - - MR. ROBERT F. ARNOLD EE Eu: EIE1 CIE: mm Elm LIE! EIEI ECI UIIIUEIIIIIIIEIEIIIIEIIIIEIIJEIEIUEIEIEIEIEIEIIIIIJEIEJIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIUEIEIEIEEEUUEIEIEIDEEIEIDDEIDEIEIEDEIEI DECIDEDEIUUEEEEIUUEIIIUEDDUEIUEIEIUIIIEIUElEIIIIIIIII!DEIEIDDIIIEIEIEIUUEIDUCICIUUEIEIUEEICIU a 1 i V . '. I f b IJ '.-':. 1 72' a' 1.-gf. . I-1.-+1 121722, Illf' 31 Wifi: -:Z'f' 'W .-4 . . X .v,,,-M, -:.:v'-. ---1 - : ..--, yy . . A.. , 145- ' 121- fgfv-f.',.: fn,--....x 'IIE ,-... .:.,,.,.,.g,-W. . gg., f-1 . 1 k vuzssrff , , sg-'L . ' 111 1. .': 1- , .. ' -'L'-, -ug., 'J -!1'..,w sun-nu Eliarulig JOHN H. EISENHAUER, Principal B. A., A. M., Bucknell University, A. M., Columbia University CARL L. CASSEL, Vice Principal A. B., Yale University, A. M., Columbia University DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE SAMUEL P. DIETRICH, Head of Department A. B., Ursinus College, Bloomsburg State Normal School, M. Accts, VVilliamsport Commercial College Instructor in Banking and Economics WILLIAM H. SHERKER, Instructor in Bookkeeping and Stenography Reading High School, Student, University of Pennsylvania YVILLIAM H. WISLER, Instructor in Stenography and Typewriting Taylor Business School, Student, Temple University ROSCOE S. LANTZ, Instructor in Bookkeeping, Shorthand and Typing B. C. S., Bowling Green Business University, Graduate University of Pennsylvania Extension School of Accounts and Finance DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH VVILLIAM L. FINK, Head of Department A. B., Ursinus College, A. M., .Lehigh University Instructor in English ROBERT F. ARNOLD, Instructor in English and Latin Cumberland Valley State Normal School, A. B., Princeton University, A. M., University of Pennsylvania SAMUEL S. FOX, Instructor in English B. A., Muhlenberg College, Graduate Student, University of Pennsylvania CHARLES M. LODGE, Instructor in Public Speaking and English Ph. B., A. M., Dickinson College, B. S. University of Maryland ALAN O. DECH, Instructor in English A. B., Albright College, A. M., University of Pennsylvania LEON C. HUNTER, Instructor in English Clarion QPa.J State Normal, A. B., Pennsylvania State 'College JOHN R. WHITE, Instructor in English A. B., Northwestern University GEORGE SNELL, Instructor in English and Athletic Coach B. S., Pennsylvania State College DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY AND SOCIAL SCIENCES EUGENE D. WHITMAN, Head of Department A. B., College City of New York, Graduate Student, New York University and Columbia University ' Instructor in History and Civics THOMAS B. SMYTHE, Instructor in History A. B., A. M., University of Pennsylvania VVILLIAM E. TROUTMAN, Instructor in History Kutztown State Normal School, A. B. Franklin and Marshall College Graduate Student, University of VVisconsin and University of Pennsylvania NORMAN 'C. BRILLHART, Instructor in History A. B., Albright, A. M., University of Pittsburgh, Graduate Student, Harvard University SAMUEL IV. KERR, School Librarian, Instructor in History ' A. B., A. M., Franklin and Marshall College, Student Universities of Berlin and Penn DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGES CARL L. CASSEL, Head of Department A. B., Yale University, A. M., Columbia University Instructor in Latin and French FRANK W. BINGAMAN, Instructor in Latin A. B., Gettysburg College, Graduate, Student, Columbia University JOHN M. OLIVER, Instructor in French A. B., College of Emporia Graduate Student, University of Grenoble and La Sorbonne, Paris RAYMOND P. MARANPOT, Instructor in French and Spanish A. B., New York University, Student University of Besancon, France VVARREN F. GISH, Instructor in Latin and German A. B., Franklin and Marshall College DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS JOHN S. RADER, Head of the Department A. B., Franklin and Marshall College:, L. L. B., Syracuse University Instructor in Mathematics J. ELMER SANDT, Instructor in Algebra and Trigonometry School Attendance Ofticer Kutztown State Normal School, A. B., A. M., Muhlenberg College C. COLLINS KEPLER, Instructor in Algebra and Geometry A. B., Princeton University, Student. University of Clermond Ferrand, France HARRY MILTON SCOTT, Instructor in Mathematics A. B., W'ashington and Jefferson College, Graduate Student, Pennsylvania State College West HOVVARD F. FEHR, Instructor in Mathematics A. B. and Graduate Student, Lehigh University DANA F. GRIFFIN, Instructor in Algebra and Geometry A. B., Ursinus Collegeg A. M., University of Pennsylvania DEPARTMENT OF PRACTICAL ARTS J. LEHN KREIDER, Director of the Department B. S., Lebanon Valley Collegeg M. A., Yale University FRANKLIN V. GILL, Instructor in Mechanical Drawing Special Student at Pennsylvania State College GEORGE T. HADLEY, Instructor in Machine Shop Practice Special Student at Pennsylvania State College J. HERBERT KISSINGER, Instructor in Electrical Construction VVALTER S. FREES, Instructor in Printing ITALO DE FRANCESCO, Instructor in Free Hand Drawing Chester State Normal School, Student Philadelphia School of Industrial and University of Pennsylvania WILLIAM T. BRICKER, Instructor in Pattern Making Graduate VVilliamson Trade School Special Student at Pennsylvania State College HARLAN L. TOMKINS, Instructor in Mechanical Drawing Muncy Normal School and Pennsylvania State College DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE GEORGE D. UIBEL, Head of Department Millersville State Normal School, B. A., Franklin and Marshall College M. A., Columbia University Instructor in Physics WALTER G. KLEINSPEI-IN, Instructor in Chemistry B. S., M. S., Lafayette Collegeg Graduate Student, Harvard University HERMAN D. SCHULTZ, Instructor in sciences B. S., M. S., Bucknell University RUSSELL C. BOYLES, Instructor in Sciences ,, B. S. and Graduate Student, Pennsylvania State College NV. VVHALEN FENSTERMACHER, Instructor in Physics B. S., .Susquehanna University ASSISTANTS IN ADMINISTRATION MISS EMILY S. LEVAN, Secretary to Principal MISS M. ELIZABETH POETTER, Clerk Arts IIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIII I I I I Illll III I IIIII I ll Illllllllllllll II IIIIIIIIIII IIIIII II IIIIIIII IIIIIIII IIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIII IIIIIIIIIII III IIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIH IIIIIIIII llllll Principalgs Foreword To the Boys of 1926 June:- , This Epitome gives us a cross-section of our school as we know it now. We have eagerly awaited its delivery, and look through it with pleasure. A picture here and a statement there appeals especi- ally because of our part in the composition and make-up of that particular portion. ' It is now the year 1956. VVe are looking back to a period thirty years ago. Our physical eyes see the same pictures and the same print. But time has hallowed both pictures and print. There is now a deeper meaning to it all. The ravages of time have left only those matters of deepest impress. What are they? Here is a group picture. Vtfhat pleasant associations it recalls! Here is the picture of a boy who was never satisfied unless a lesson was well learned and clearly understood. He is now very successful. He had a hard road to travel as a boy, but now he is happy. Here is the picture of a boy whose temporal needs were abund- antly supplied, but who, on that account, did not indulge in social practices demanding a sinful waste of time. He now rejoices in the satisfaction of a life, well begun, and continued in efficient thoroughness. Here is the picture of another boy. He didn't care then and he apparently doesn't care now. Here is the picture of a boy who didnlt care then, but who saw his mistake soon after graduating and is now a successful business man. He, however, regrets that he didnlt use his time more wisely when in school. Here is the picture of another boy who knew his lessons well as he found them recorded in books. But he confined his prepara- tion to books, and now he finds himself helpless in a world of action. VVe could look at picture after picture if we had the space to record our thoughts, but let us return to the year 1926, and let each ask himself what will be said of him in 1956. ' Sincerely, JOHN H. EISENHAUER. III IIIIIII IIIIXIIII IIIIIIIII IIIIII IIIIIIIlIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIII I Illll IIIII II ll Il IIIIIIII I IIIIII IIIIIIIII I III I IUIIIII lIII IIIIIIIII IIIIIII IIIIII I e CMM Q? 2 26 JU HVIAM INVENIEMUS AUT FACIEMUSU Officers of the Class HOWARD C. FRANTZ ------ President DAVIL D. I-IESTON - - V ice-President R. MILTON POETTER - - Secretary HOWARD B. ZIEGLER - - - Treasurer MOTTO-C.Vi0m lnveniemus Au! Faciemusn CVVe Shall Find zz VV:-my or Make Oneb COLORS-Maroon and Cray CLASS FLOWER-American Beauty Rose , ,'.1,' Jr . 'A'. 1, .,..... A ' THE EPITOME RICHARD ABRAHAMS-General Scientific 64Rich,91 uDick,n uAbeM Class Base Ball, 1, 2, 3, 4, Class Basket Ball, 2, 3, 45 Class Foot Ball, 3g Hi-Y Club, 1,'2, 33 Stamp and Coin, 1, 2, Philos, 1. Abraham the patriarch! Picture a little goatee on his honorable chin and you will have a perfect portrait of that ancient man. Abe stalks through the halls looking neither to the right nor to the left, and no woman has ever crossed his tracks Cas far as his mother knowsj. Really, his mind is al- ways on athletics Cask any teacherj, and he has had some nifty boxing matches with And- erton and other bums in proctor section, but never in the ring. Rich is quite a specimen of our general athletic ability, he having re- ceived letters in various non-athletic sports. Dick is a good fellow, and we are sorry to lose him. So long! EMERSON AARON ADAMS-Technical Jet, Amos, Fenstie's Pet 'Class Foot Ball, 1, 2g Varsity Foot Ball, 35 Philos, 2, 33 Hi-Y, 24 Camera Club, 2, 3, Tech Club, 2, 3. VVell! Well! Look who's here. Adams, a descendant from an old line Cat least, the line he gives is an old one.j He has the distinction of being a five-year man, an honor which few enpoy. CAsk Price.j Jet, proud of his achievement, says, Yes, you can count them on the thumb of your left hand. It's not that he is slow or lacks ambition, for he was seen at one time starting for school at 6.30 A. M. Several times an interviewer was sent away from Emerson's home with the same reply, He went somewhere. His hand read- ing denotes success in whatever he under- takes. , JOHN G. ADAMS-General Scientific Mick, Gus, Johnnie, Red Class Base Ball, 3, 4, Scrub Base Ball, 2, Class Basket Ball, 1, 2, 3, 444 Reserves, 3, 4, Class Foot Ball, 1, 2, Scrubs, 33 Varsity, 44, Swimming 1, 25 Hi-Y, 1, 2, Thespians 4-. That is all right, ladies, who wouldn't gasp at seeing such a handsome picture of a real man? It is none other than our friend Mick, Gus is one of these athletes in for all sports except studying. Johnnie,' prob- ably developed his muscles by pushing his old Hup home. It is rumored that Red is one of the married men of our class, be- cause he is found with a certain Mary nearly all the time. John is a good fellow and pleasing to all. He expects to go to Perm and take up dentistry. We wish him much success in the teething industry. So long, John! ' 'l'llE EPITOME HARLAN E. ALTHOUSE-Gen. Scientific Holtz, Skinny School Orchestra, 3, 4, Philos, 3, 4, Class Banner Custodian, Silver Scholarship Button, Last Senior As- sembly Committee. VVe all wonder why our little Harlan al- ways drives out to his cousinls place. ls it because it is only his cousin's, or that a cer- tain blonde goes there? Many a morning Harlan gets up with a cramped arm and tells us it is from playing his violin, but we have our doubts about it. He may be quiet, but oh, my! Of course, he expects to go to Penn State next fall. He surely has been a shark at lessons the past few years, and ranks as one of the best Spanish tongue twisters in the school. Here's hoping that Harlan's foot doesn't tread on the accelerator instead of the brake when he is flustered. HILTON HART ANDERTON-Commercial caHiPpy,v1 csHips1 Class Foot Ball, 1, Class Basket Ball, 2, 3, 41, Philos, 4, Camera Club, 4-g Class Base Ball, 1, 2, 3, 45 Class Track, 2. Ladies and gentlemen, we take great pleas- ure in introducing you to one of the noisiest :4X--: fellows in our class. L'Hippy', be- longs to the club for 'flndustrious Young Men, which holds its meetings at Schuylkill Avenue and Oley. Hip seem-s to be a slow fellow, but catch him around the women and you'll see what a heartbreaker he really is. He is a pal to Kid Hain, and is often seen at Fleetwood with him. Hippy belongs to the Olivcts, and his name is often seen in the athletic field. Well, Hippy, we know you are a bright fellow, and you'll have success in your future life. '26 June hands you her luck. JOHN ANDERTON-Technical uJuke,u uJohnny,n uAndyn Class Base Ball, 1, 2, 34 'Class Basket Ball, 2, 3, 4fg Class Foot Ball, 1, 2, 3, 4, Varsity Track, 3. Hello, folks! Gaze upon this handsome countenance. ,Tis none other than Juke the Duke. Johnnie is a handsome fellow and there is no getting away from it. Isaac is well known because of his arguments with teachers. He can often be seen at Schuylkill Avenue and Oley, stretching his head out of the cigar store to watch some pretty girl. Is he modest? Ask Grace. Juke belongs to the Knights of the Lincoln Highway. Ask him about his trip to York. Never mind, Jukie, you will have success, and Reading High hands out its best regards. 4 ll ' - 'z.,., .,.,.,1.l a a 'e 0 Q ig! F' 4:15. 1 L.. V Ilqllvqn . htn. w ith THE EPITOME THOMAS BARNETT-Latin Scientific Barney, Tom, Prunes Salutatoriang Gold Bar Scholarship, Student Council, 2, 3. The above is not a rare old tintype of Napoleon, but a photo of 'gTom's twin brother Che is too shy to posej. Barney is one of the class' shining light in scholarship and conductC?j. '4Prunes is excellent in Latin, and Mr. Cassell calls on him by acci- dentf?J every time anyone visits the class. In his spare minutes you can see him poking livers and cats in the Biology Lab. It is whispered that he gets his pocket money as middleman between Mr. Shultz and market selling cats. In spite of his faults, Tom is going to be a great surgeon some day, and he will leave the world better than he found it. He is the finest of the fine, and he will make good. ARTHUR W. BECHTEL-Latin Scientific uBecky,n uBeck,n uArtn Silver Scholarship, Last Senior As- sembly Committeeg Motto -Commit- teeg Operettag Philos, 2, 3, 4, Prop- erty Man, 443 Stamp and Coin, 2, 3, Camera, 2, 3, 44g Vice President, 4, Orchestra, 2, 3, 4-g Debating, 4-. Behold the imposing forehead of this un- tamed Wildcat. He is the most quietC?J and unassumingfiij man in the class. VVhenever loud noises are heard issuing forth from a Philo meeting, we may at once surmise that 'tBecky is doing his stuff. Never is it wise to debate with him, unless you have on some old clothes, for he becomes quite vicious on such occasions. He has only one serious fault-that of being in the company of Mr. Frantz. Nevertheless, he is going to be a physician, and we know that he will become famous by discovering some new method of killing a cat or some other important thing. Well, show Michigan what you can do, and good luck. GRANT BECHTEL-General Scientific Ice, General Grant is one of our handsomest productions -one look is sufficient--and to add to his attractions, he uses the class' most violent perfume. Sometimes he gets barred from the lunch room. But, of course, he never gets close enough to the girls to let them smell it. The above was taken in his ex- treme youth, so you can't form any idea of his magnetic beauty today. Grant is a great scientist, and you may see him working at science, but never at anything else. In spite of himself, he is going to make good. S0 long, Grant, and the best of luck. THE EPITOME MARIO BERNARDIN I--Technical Meena, Berny, Camera Man Silver Scholarship Buttong Class Base Ball, 2g Class Foot Ball, 23 Philos, 3, 41, Camera Club, 3, 43 Secretary, 4. Lo, the countenance thus displayed is that of our scholar Meeno, the future camera man of Reading and Hollywood. 'tMeeno may be seen on any holiday out in the woods with a pack of films on his back and toting a camera. Because of his ability to hold a camera, Berny has been the official foot ball photographer. But Meeno has not been too faithful to his craze, as can be seen by the scholarship button he proudly displays. XVell, Meeno, we are certain that you will attain that success in the line in which you are most intersted. FREDERICK J. BERTOLET-Lat. Scientific Fred, Freddie Gold Barg Class Day Committeeg Rosalie French Play, Philos, 2, 3 4-g Secretary, ft, Pennant Ticket Sale Award, Senior Assembly Coinmiteeg Stamp and Coin Club, Senior Play, Treasurer, 2, 3, President, 415 Lit- erary Editor Red and Black. Behold our Democrat! Here is the second VVilliam Jennings Bryan. Can he argxue? Ask the teachers about his marks and find out. Fred is also one of the famous Philos, hav- ing been secretary so long that itlwould seem strange not to see his handsomeC?j counte- nance at the desk. Ile has also held quite a few offices in the stuttering Stamp Society. Althougrh Fred is the youngest member of his class, he is not so in wisdom. Despite his desire to learn his marks, Fred has been a really good boy. He intends to go to Law- renceville Prep. and thcn to matriculate at Harvard. The best of Wishes, Fred, RICHARD GEORGE BEYERLE- Technical Dick, Barrel, Gawge Philos, 1, 2, 3, 43 Camera Club, 1, 2, 3g Thespians, -1-. Behold, ladies and gentlemen, this intelli- gent and studious looking scholar. Dick has very kindly condescended to allow the fair class of '26 June to graduate with him. One of his boasts is that he was the highest of the Hunks last year. Did you ever see Gawge's Ford? He says it was a good one, but doubt it, since he tied it together and polished it up and traded it in for the old 1910 model Buick. VVhen not out at Baclfs, Dick can most always be found in the neighborhood of Seventeenth and Perkiomen Avenue until his brother comes for him, On the whole 'fDick is a Hne fellow and 9 g' , I liked by all. Goodbye, Dick Good luck. ' - Q, UU I 1 f .1..:' N X . Qi, if if fl if 7 0, ., E oor ss -..q.- ,. , V If 4? 't:'3:. w . ,. 591' --A-.. Q ' ' 5 -Q '1 Q53 f lue l l THE EPITOME STANLEY BIBBUS-Commercial Stan, Bibbie This is Station R-H-S broadcasting and the above is the radio photo of Stanley Bibbus, no more, no less. The prestige of his name connected with this magazine has redoubled the sale. Bibbie is one of our best com- mercial students, and you will often see his name prominent among those on the Honor Roll. In spite of his noble and austere coun- tenance, he just escaped being the one short trousered boy to graduate. Stan thinks and-sh-h-h-sometimes speaks in shorthand. He is one of our greatest sharks in that dark art. Bibbie holds several perfect attend- ance certificates and always plugs away steadily at the job. His kind forms the back- bone of our class. Good luck forever, Stan! MAX BLOOM-Commercial Bloomy Class Base Ball, 1, 2, 33 'Class Basket Ball, 415 Zelos, 44. Don't crowd, ladies. No, it isn't Rudolph Valentino-it is only Bloomy. Max, you must admit, is handsome, and oh! how he tries to dance. Every Friday night Maxie can be seen at the community dance, steering some demure maiden about the floor. During the week he practices by driving an old Ford around the streets, making collections. After graduation, Bloomy thinks he will have enough of the collections to go to Dickinson's Law School. Max has high ambitions, and we expect him to fulfill them, for he does almost anything he sets out to do. Auf wieder sehen. HAROLD BLUMBERG-General Scientific Blumie, Red, Kudcler, Allah Mem Class Foot Ball, 2, 3, 445 Base Ball, 2, 3, 45 Zelos, 2, 3, 415 Class Scrap, Ukelele Clubg Debating, 3. Which-h-h-h-h-h! Rah-h-h-h-h-! What's that? A gang of rum-runners? No, that is only Blum-ie starting forth the parade on his Dodgie-roast. Red is a frequent visitor at Harrisburg and spends many even- ings with Helen. Kudder is one of the famous Midgal Five, who are leading the Y. M. H. A. League. Cush-Shay also plays with the 'iUke Trio. Allah was a silvery- tongued Zelo. Well, Blumy,,' we are look- ing forward to see you star at Penn. QDon't miss any more would-be punts, however. Re- member to first manage to somehow or other meet the pigskin with your toe.j Good luck to you, old top! THE EPITOME JOHN BOUSSUM-General Scientific Jack, Hecker Zelos, 4-. Hail! Hail! Look at him. It's not often we get so great a privilege as this. A real piece of art. Johnny didn't like the girls at Cressona, so he decided to attend Reading High, and was terribly disappointed to dis- cover that R. H. S. is not co-ed. Johnny is so used to riding on trains that he sleeps going and coming, and this probably accounts for his coming to school in a fog. One of Boussum's many accomplishments is the art of smoking a pipe. He has just learned to blow rings past his nose and is extremely proud of his feat. Johnny doesn't know what he'll do after he graduates, but, what- ever he does, we wish him luck! HOWARD E. BOYER-Latin Scientific Curly, Pud, Buck, Ain-lale Gold Bar Scholarship, Class Secre- tary, 2g Cross Country, 4-g Track Manager, 3, 4-5 'Class Foot Ball, 3, Philos, 1, 2, 3, 443 Vice President, 4-3 Stamp and Coin Club, 2, 3, 4-5 Ex- change Editor lted and Black. Here comes Curly, at the end of his four- year race. Puri is, as usual, among the lead- ers in this as in every other race. Curly is active in all school privileges. He is secretary of the Stamp and Coin Club, as well as Vice President of the Philos. Curly has long been one of our best long distance runners, and has brought home many medals for the school. Buck is track manager, and finds time to earn a gold bar along with his other activi- ties. The ladies all admire his curly hair. He goes to Swarthmore, and we wish him lots of luck. VVhat won't those co-eds do to him! EARLE JOHN BRENEMAN-Commercial Brenny, HE. John Class Secretary, 1g Class Ring and Pin 'Committeeg Varsity Swimming, 1, 2, 3, 4-3 Class Track, 1, 2, Cross Country, 25 Philos, 3, 4, Class Foot Ball, 25 Class Scrap, 1, Hi-Y, 2, 35 Camera, 2. Now, here is that different fellow. You know, Brenny is an actor and actors are in demand these days, especially for shows like the Tall Cedars' Frolic. Brenny wants to make a great name for himself. Yet it makes us wonder before the eyes of which sex he wishes to become popular, Earl is a swim- mer, but one cannot earn money swimming, so Earl is either going to be a contractor or an undertaker. Well, Brenny, old top, we hate to see you leave the old gang, but we well know that some day we will be mighty proud of you. x t ii Q ri -Q - A-ef 4f5v .E E ,.... THE EPITOME WILLIAM C. BROWN-General Scientific Bill, Brownie, Puri Class Foot Ball, 3g Class Base Ball, 2, Hi-Y Club. Every morning about 8.30 a tall, handsome lad is seen walking up Penn Street, his hair waving in the breeze. He is the answer of some fair maiden's prayer, hut, of course, I won't expose him. Not only is Bill liked by the girlies, but he is also one of the best liked fellows in the class. He is quite witty at times, and I m-ust say it adds to his looks. Bill is one of the frequent visitors to Car- sonia and can be seen almost any time during the summer taking his beauty sun bath be- side the roaring Waters of the 'Carsonia Lake. He has gained great fame as a canoeistg in fact, some girls say he could paddle across the ocean. So long and good luck to you, Bill, WILLIAM BURKHART-Technical HBHIH Class Ring and Pin Committeeg Sophomore Numeral Colnmitteeg Staff Artist Red and Black, Oper- ettag Senior Play. Peace ho! Make way for Rudolf, the handsome artist of our class. He is as bright as he is handsome, a shark in all studies. 'William has gained much success in acting and singing, and he was one of the stars in the operctta. We have found the reason for this, since he has had much prac- tice serenading one of the fair members of the opposite sex. VVhile in school, VVilliam has rather a quiet disposition, often gazing off into the distance as if enchanted by some supernatural influence with those dark, dreamy eyes. Either he is in love or-well, there is no other. NVilliam has devloped a likening for architecture and intends- to fol- low that work at U. of P. Go ahead and good luck. DANIEL E. BURKY, JR.-Technical 4aDan,rx aaBurky,rr usleepyn Philos, 44, Radio Club, 3, 415 Hi-Y Club, 3g Camera Club, 45 Thes- pians, 4. Could you imagine a person like Burky being graduated after seeing him slave at the Ideal Tailor Shop? Dan is general errand boy, although he expects to be promoted. His boss says that he is too sleepy to have a responsible position. He often falls asleep in history class, and when he is called upon he looks out of the Window to see whether he is in school. This winter Sleepy went coasting a great deal with his terrible gang. We wonder why he always coasts on Eleventh Street. Dan is quite a radio fan, and has just completed a crystal set after a year of hard labor. His one ambition is to stand on the rear end of a trolley car and collect fares. VVe wish you much SUCCESS. THE EPITOME FRANCIS J. CONWAY, JR.-Technical Connie, Irish, Pat Class Base Ball, 3g Philos, 4, Hi-Y, 3, 443 Thespians, 443 Tech Club, IL: Radio Club, 3, 4, Secretary and Treasurer. VVell, now, give your eyes a feast and look upon the charming countenance of Connie, our greatest sprinter. Irish holds the rec- ord for the depth of the school, covering it in nothing flat while dashing from the K. K. K. CKleinspehn's Kemistry Klassj to the lunch room. Pat is a confirmed scientist, and when not studyingr chemistry he may be heard discussing: Marconi's latest radio the- ory. Francis also has a mania for knives, and, regardless of Charlotte's continued pro- tests, he still carries a six-inch blade in his pocket. Seriously, Connie is a fine fellow. He intends to go to Annapolis, and we know he will uphold the standards of good old Reading High. Good luck, Conway. PHILIP CRYSTAL-Commercial uPhil,n ucrisn Philos, lg Zelos, 2, 3, 43 Class Base Ball, 2, 3. Do you remember the days when our friend Phil used to sell peanuts at I.auer's Park while the big games were held? lt was :L long' time ago, but this is the exact replica of our peanut vender. Much of his success was undoubtedly due to his efliciency in COIN- mercial lines which he attained at this insti- tuti0n.- Crystal has done his part to makc our class what it has been. His fair fea- turesC?j, together with his commercial abili- ties, will aid him to succeed in the business world, Perhaps his accomplishments thus far have been due to the encouragement of! well, you know whom we mean. Success will be yours, Crystal,,' if you continue your fine work. J. MARSHALL DELP-Commercial Fat, Fatina, HJ. Marshall, Mollie Scrub Foot Ball, 2, Class Basket Ball, 35 Philos, 43 Basket Ball Man- ager, 44 Class Foot Ball, 2, 3, Class Base Ball, 2, 3g Thespian Club, 41, Uke Club, 4-. Do you notice that beautiful school girl complexion? If you don't, look for Fat and see for yourself. Perhaps you know that in New York they never run for trolley cars or girls, as one will be along in three minutes. Well, Molley has been running after Gloria for the past three years and hasn't got her yet. Fatina, besides being an excellent com- mercial student, is also a remarkable dancer and pool shooter, not saying anything: about the mean line J. Marshall has. He is often seen at Bach's and at the Mansion House. Laying all jokes aside, John will make a suc- cess in whatever phase of life he enters, and we wish him luck. U X .t e '. r 52 - . I I is hldllbi , L-T.i r - ..,, 'NN C ..,., ' i'- tire THE EPITOME DAVID HARRISON DICKINSON- Technical Dave, Dick, Dickey, Davey Class Basket Ball, 3, Pennant Playg Camera Club, 4-. Although the photographer had some trouble in .photographing Dave,', we man- aged to persuade him to print his picture. Perhaps Kitty will regard this as one of her most valuable possessions. At the ad- vent of his graduation, Dick', expects to be a linotypist. If numerous mistakes occur in later editions of the newspapers, we will at once realize that Davey, the linotypist, was the cause. Generally speaking, we feel that David will reach his mark in the printing world, even though ,tis only a quotation. f'Dave', was an outstanding fellow in his class, and he will maintain this position in the busi- ness world. Go to it, Davey, and print your way to success. JOHN D. DOUROS-Technical Fat, whiskers, Silent Hi-Y Club, 3, 415 Radio Club, 3, 4-g Tech Club, 3g Class Base Ball, 1. Out of the silence a deafening roar is heard. Be calm, citizens, 'tis only Silent Douros in the distance devouring his prey. Although Fat has not been an ardent trackman during his usefulC?j career in this school, he holds the record for the length of the Practical Arts Building. CHe was closely pursued by a mal- let, hurled by one of his enraged instructorsj Ah, we almost forgot to mention that UWVhisker's ambitions are not alone confined to his Alma Mater, but many are the maidens who have been won by John's sheiking. But forgetting our hero's homicidal passions and his uncontrollable desire to cut classes, we must say that he will make his school proud of him. WARREN DRESHER-Commercial Dr:-rsh, Kid, Warren Silver Scholarship, Student Council, 41, Camera Club, 3. Dresh is one of Mr. Dietrich's banking sharks, and may often be seen amidst a crowd of fellows, who are asking him question after question about the work. 'fKid is the ofH- cial information bureau of the banking class. He is also a bright light of Mr. Lantz's shorthand class, and may often be seen evenings at home using up pencil after pencil to complete the next day's assignment in shorthand. Warren, judging from the ad- joining photograph, has every requirement of beautyC?j to enhance members of the fair sex. Although such a remarkable character, he always has a kind word and a smile for everybody, including the Greenies',C?j. Kid intends to work in an office as a book- keeper or stenographer. Go to it, Dresh, we wish you the best of luck. THE AUGUSTUS DREXLER-Technical ffDip,,Y fIGus,,' lfBiIl,Y' llnrexff Scrub Base Ball, 2g Varsity, 3, 4g Class Base Ball, 1, 24 'Class Foot Ball, 1, 2, Stamp and Coin Club, lg Camera Club, 3. Pm rough, I'm tough, Pm Gus, That's enough. This unique poem very ably describes our noble hero. Gus has shown his worth in base ball, as you can see from the above rec'- ord. Not only has he been successful along this line, but many are his various achieve- ments. Perhaps you have not heard that our friend Bill won first prize in a Charleston contest at the Lits. The opposite sex Cespeci- ally one of their numberl has been caught by his stern features. Putting all joking aside, we know that Dip will reach the goal which he has set for himself. CONRAD FALTER-Commercial Con, Connie, Connie, Dutch Stamp and Coin Club, 3, Camera Club, 3, 4. By merely studying the facial expression of this fair lad, it is immediately evident that Connie will some day become a prominent person in the busy business world. Along this line he is especially noted as a stenog- rapher and banker. Of course, such great achievements will aid him in various other lines. The lucky person who will derive direct benefit from his achievements has, much to our disappointment, not yet been discovered by our class Sherlocks. Another interesting fact to note about Dutch is that he ex- pects to become an illustriousC?J business man, VVe have no doubt that Connie will put over a big deal and make his class proud of him. WALTER FINCH-General Scientific Walt, Finchie Bronze Scholarship t'VValteh is the only known specimen of his type in captivity. He also eats soft pretzels. His one main accomplishment is philosophizing in Mr. Fink's English class. Mr. Fink once asked him how he acquired such a vacant stare, and Finchie was sure that he did not know. VVell, some chicken must be the cause. This bird has also been seen in many lunch room battles, and we still notice some sears of conflict on his anatomy. Well, there is no need to wonder at this blacklist of deeds when we think that he comes from Pennside. Seriously, though, Finchie is a good student, and we are all in back of him-, wishing him the best luck that the class has to offer. Au revoir. :ff 7 at EPITOME 10 grip? ' L ff ..1i'- l ,.r. '51 t .v, J -. ax: Ok i -.,., Y Q jj ,.,, c 1 i 1 lr. rrtli THE EPITOME HOWARD C. FRANTZ-General Scientific 4aDutCh,rv caH0wie,1a uPious,n ukBudn President of Student Council, 4+g Vice President, 3: School News Editor of Red and Blackg Treasurer of Philos, German Play, Debating Team, fig Senior Assembly Commit- teeg Class Foot Ball, 3g Gold Schol- arship, Class President, 4+. Prof, Frantz teaching Fentsie some- thing-There is no matter: only phantom oc- curring in one's mind from disturbances of electrons constituting the body. Also Howie picks on us, monopolizing assemblies with Man to Monkey to Man to-CFD and 'iEinstein and Relativity, etc. Frantz has taken a lively interest in school work this last year. He has done a great deal of good work as President of the Student Council. The mental capacity of this manC?j can be measured by the accomplishments listed above, proving his head is used for other pur- poses than the conventional parking space for a hat or cap. Frantz will soon be one of the campus oddities of Yale. VVe hope he will learn to keep appointments. E. GEIER FREEHAFER-Latin Scientific cxEgg,99 Gold Barg Orchestra, 2, 3, 4-5 Re- porter, 44 Debating Team, 3, 45 Philos, 3, 4, Glee 'Club, 2. This handsome countenance belongs to E. Geier Freehafer. Geier is one of those strong, silent men, He has played the bass violin for the last three years, and he sure shakes a wicked bow. Egg,' is one of our best or- ators, and he has taken part in many inter- scholastic debates, He is an ardent speaker, and when he mounts the rostum we are moved to tears. Egg has been seen in Lancaster quite often, and it is rumored that there is a certain party there whom he visits. Geier intends to continue his education at the Uni- versity of Pennsylvania. We all wish him the best of luck and are sure that he will make good. CLAUDE C. GLASE-General Scientific AaHankr! Class Foot Ball, 41. Hank is just another of those melancholy individuals who come to High School to sleep and otherwise enjoy themselves. Hank', is so small that you can hardly see him, and hc often has the misfortune of having som-eone else walk over him. Although Claude is small in stature, yet it doesn't follow that he is small in other ways. He is a good student and a hard worker. Hank is one of the few woman-haters of our class. But we hope this will soon pass away. But, putting all foolish- ness aside, Hank,' is a good fellow. The class is with him, and here's to his success. THE EPITOME CARL W. GRING-Technical Carol, Pucl, Gringie Philos, 41, Hi-Y, 4, Letterhead Committee. Did you ever take a good look at Croll SL Keck's ad., The latest thing in children's clothes? WVell, this is the creature that poses for them. Carol first gained popu- larity as an ad. model when he posed for Mellon's Baby Food. They say that Pud was the prettiest model at that time, but, of course, Mellon's only had one model then. You know, Gringie lives at VVyomissing Hills, and we wonder what draws him toward North Fifth Street. No, he doesn't go look- ing for cigarette stumps any more, because he lost all interest in them long ago. Gringie's Mildred lives out there. Seri- ously speaking, Carl is a fine fellow, and we agree with Mildred when she says he is per- fectly wonderfulf' So long, Gringie! GEORGE HAIN-Technical Kid, H:-iinie 'Class Basket Ball, 1, 2, 3, 49 Class Base Ball, 1, 2, 3g Class Foot Ball, 3, 43 Varsity Base Ball, 44. .Lo and behold! VVho is the handsome fel- low? 'Tis none other than Georgie Hain him- self. Kirin is well known in Fleetwood. He can often be seen flying up and down the Kutztown road with his red-headed blonde at his side. Kid is a well-known athlete at the Olivet Club. Hainie can be seen in the evenings slinging stogies over the counter of his dad's store, with his mind on the girls in the ice cream parlor on the other side. Don't let 'em kid you, George. Success is staring you in the face, and we know you'll grab her. VVe wish you luck! CLAUDE M. HANGEN-General Scientific Wales, Brute, Goofy, Wash-Prop Class Base Ball, 3, 415 Class Basket Ball, 415 Varsity Track, 3, 415 Reserve Basket Ball, 'Lg Stamp and Coin Club, 2, 3. Ye gods and little iishes! VVhat is this monster? Is't Lon Chaneyls double or is't Caesar's ghost? Nay, 'tis only Brute from the shoulders up. Brute is one of the all- around men of the class, being everywhere at all times, and doing nothing at any time but looking wise. Goofy has become such an excellent track runner that the Greeks have discarded the ancient Mercury for him. VVales is a noted pianist. He scorehes the wall-paper whenever he plays Red Hot Mammaf' and makes the potatoes shed tears when he strikes the sour chords of Massa's in the Cold, Cold Ground. He intends to enter Columbia, and we all feel sure he can uphold his end of the line. Goodbye and good luck, Wales, A c .G U E -1 f .. .. Q 4, THE EPITOME . x f -X C JD as ain L' Ei JOHN HAWMAN-General Scientific uPud,n uJaP,n aaDewey,xr axlohnnyn Class Foot Ball, 1, 2, Class Base Ball, 3, 44g Class Basket Ball, 1, 2, 3, 41, Scrub Foot Ball, 34 Varsity Foot Ball, 4, Scrub Basket Ball, 4. Step lively, girls. Gaze upon him. Hand- some, eh? VVell, I guess. Jap is one of the star athletes of the class,a good figrhter,a good loser. His main delight is backing up the scrubs. Not only is he handsome, but he is sm-artC?j. In school, Dewey tells every- one what a woman hater he is. He is the President of the VVoman Hater,s Union. But he has also fallen. VVhen he met Myril he duplicated Humpty Dumpty's feat. Now he simply can't keep away from her. Aside from chewing' gum, snoring and trying to recite, John is a very quiet fellow. Hence, little is known of his future, but whatever he may do, we know he will be successful. Go to it, John, we are with you! ROBERT L. HAWMAN-Technical Pud, Bob, Goofy, Pestiience Silver Scholarship VVhoa, ladies! Don't rush. This handsome chapC?j is not for your taking. He has al- ready succumbed to one of your wily sex and is none the worse for it Qas yetb. Bob can frequently be seen with a certain Fern, who is all the world to himC?j. He is always studying when doing nothing else. Pud is one of Mr. Boyle's wonders in chemistry, and oh, boy, how he can do Math. Pestilence is another member of that crazy, imaginary Four Horsemen. He pals with such rubes as Ted Johnston and Elmer Sm-ith. But Goofy , is a hard worker, and the Class of '26 June knows he will succeed and wishes him the best of luck. So long, Bob.', CHARLES T. HEARING-Technical Fish, Yockamutsa, Nigger, Coal- Hea.ver Class Base Ball, 1, 2, Class Basket Ball, 1, 2, Class Foot Ball, 1, 2, 3g Varsity Base Ball, 3, 44, Varsity Basket Ball, 3, 45 Captain, 41. Look who we have here. None other than Coal-Heaver Hearing himself. Fish is one of the best pitchers that Reading has ever had, and as such he is an important member of our base ball team. 'KFish is also a star in basket ball. He is the best guard that we have ever had, and as captain has brought the season to a close with a long string of victories to our credit. Yockamutsa can be found in the company of such renowned ath- letes as Levan'l Smith and Johnnie Haw- man. Fish expects to enter Lehigh in the fall. VVe are sure he will succeed, and we wish him the best of luck. THE LOUIS HELLER-General Scientific uL0uie,11 ul-.uw Class Vice President, 1, Zelos, 2, 3, 4-g Student Council, 2g Varsity Swimming, 1, 2, 3, 45 Class Foot Ball, 25 Silver Scholarship, Chair- man Senior Prom Committeeg Senior Assembly Committee, Program Committee, Zelos Debating Team, 3, Camera Club, 2. Again a splashfa hundred yards in noth- ing flat. The spectators stand in awe. -Breath lessly it climbs out of the water, and we find it is Lu, one of Reading High'S aquatic stars. Louis can be seen traveling out Mc- Knight Street several nights of the week. This is a suflicient reason for someone to sug- gest that a canal be dug out this way so as to combine business and pleasure. Louis in- tends to honor U. of P. with his countenance. VVell, when you do, Lu, remember the rules of swimming high hand and pull straight, and we know that you will succeed. WALTER SCOTT HERR-Latin Scientific nBenn Gold Scholarship, First Prize P. O. S. of A. Contest, 3, Second Prize P. O. S. of A. Contest, 4-. ,Scott is decidedly the most brilliant mem- ber of our class, in the classics, English and languages. He was formerly a member of '25 June, but took a year off to graduate with a bettcr class. Scott is one of our quiet workers and has many scholastic and literary scalps hanging from his belt, among them the P. 0. S. of A. award Junior year. He is the last Mohican of our glorious Greek class. He still retains many ear-marks of that remarkable clique. Math is not in Scott's line, but anyone can do that. Scott can write many good essays-ask Mr. Arnold. Ben is very much in earnest about everything, and we know that he will make his mark at Harvard. ARLIN STANLEY HESSINGER- General Scieniiic 4aHessie,1x ulfatvn Friends, classmates and admirers: I come not to bury Hessie,'l but to make fun of him. Fat is the only rival of Fat VVink. However, he is only a few pounds behind him and he soon expects to catch up. Hessie is one of Mr. Fenstermacher's expert physi- cists. Because of the fact that he has only been in Reading for a year, he writes letters to different girls he happens to know in the city, asking for a date on Saturday night. Ask him sometime to show you the letters he gets in reply. Of course, he is never refused because he is so handsomeC?j. Seriously, though, Arlin means well, and we wish him success and good luck! EPITOME HID E C ....,. I at .li i T . i ' 'F - . ' 'ff 'X N xl lf . i . 1 ---4A ff ,' , THE EPITOME DAVID HESTON-General Scientific Dave, Davey, Hes, Red Grange, Jr. Vice President, dig Class Motto Com- mitteeg Varsity Foot Ball, 43 Class Foot Ball, 3, Gold Scholarship, Varsity Track, 3, 414 Student Council, 35 Swimming, 4, Circulation Man- ager Red and Black, President Student Athletic' Association. Ladies and gentlemen: We have before us the honorable Vice President of the illustrious Class of ,26. Dave is a valuable man about school. This can be seen by his showing in foot ball. The boys call him Red Grange because of the pretty plays he executes. Davey is often seen at the Crystal, gliding across the floor. Hes', tells us that his dancing keeps him in trim for his swimming. Dave is also a scholarship man, and he is liked by everyone. He intends to go to Mer- cersburg to continue his preparatory educa- tion. He will also participate in foot ball, swimming and track. Adios! VVe are sure of your success. J. FRED. HOFFER-General Scientific Hoofer, Fred, Sleepy Judging from the above standards, you can see that 'fHoofer is quite an athlete. Al- though he lives in Springmont, there isn't any hay-seed in his hair-it's wild oats. Did you ever see an old rattle-trap rumble up Penn Street? It was Fred's I-lupj' which was approved by the Forty-third National Bank, and it needs no advertising because it has Federal tires. VVhen walking down the main drag, one can hear the girls say, 'gl rode in that car. Some of his accomplishments are: Pool, dancing, bumming and trigonometry. Nonchalenc'e is going to Florida to repre- sent his dad in the real estate business, selling undermined land to the Navy to build garages for their submarines. Fred means well, however, and we wish him the best of luck. CALVIN HUMBERT-Commercial Cal, Callie, Humbert Philo, 41. Clash-bang-clatter! Here comes the one and only walking advertisement for that school girl' complexion. This handsome countenance you are now gazing upon is Cal, His handsomeness is no reason for his being a sheik, for he is a very ardent woman hater. Callie is going to be one of the giants of finance. He says he won't take any position less than cashier in the Last National Bank. He is one of the quietest boys of his classC?D and also one of the most popular. He is an ardent exponent of that good old school spirit which we hear so much about. However, we know that Callie will be a success in whatever he undertakes. So long, Humbert, we wish you the greatest success in everything you try. THE EPITOME THEODORE C. JOHNSON-Technical a4Pud,r1 Avredyn urrheorv Class Base Ball, 3, 4-4 Class Foot l5all,3g Operetta,4-g Gold Scholarship. Oh, girls, look who's here! It's Abd-El Johnson himself, the mightiest asphalt sheik in Reading. If you don't think sheiks ever smile, you ought to get acquainted with this grinning son of the sidewalk. But donit let that winning smile of his lead you astray, for it has broken the heart of many a beautiful maiden. His greatest ambition in life is to take a trip to France and see some of those Parisian dollies that he's read so much about. lf he does, he won't have any trouble in find- ing' his way about, for he is one of the famous French sharks which our school boasts. In spite of his great love for les bellcs fillesf' however, he is quite an intelli- gent young man, and we know that his life is bound to be a success. BURTON R. JONES-General Scientific Seaweed, Jr., Jonesie, Captain Class Foot Ball, lg 'Class Base Ball, 1, 443 Class Basket Ball, 3, 414 Stamp and Coin Club, 24 Camera Club, 2, 3, Hi-Y, 3, 41, Tech Club, 3g VVatch Fob Committee. Here he is! f'Seawecd, .lr., brother of the famous Rollin Jones, who set people talking: by graduating recently. .lonesie has just recently decided that he would graduate with '26 June. He has been in both '26 Feb. and '26 June an equal number of times, but fin- ally decided that '26 June was the better choice. Every year he establishes a new record for being late. VVe think it's because -well, we'll let you think that one out, as WC'l'8 not quite sure and we donit want to mislead you, NVe're not quite sure what he-'s going' to do, but we know he'll make good. Go to it, Burton, we're in back of you, wish- ing all the fortune we can on you. NORMAN KAPLAN-Technical Nanie, Norm School Band. Ladies and gentlemen: l take this oppor- tunity to introduce to you a handsome speci- men of hurnanityC?j. Screech! Screech! lJon't be alarmed--it's only Norman Serenad- ing: Marie with his cultivated voice. He also thinks he can play the clarinet and really can bring in the last note. Say, fellows, do you remember the day when Name came to school on time? You see, he really must shave his day's growth of beard before school. VVhy, do you know when he shaves prepara- tory to going to a hop he is forced to drive the speed limit in order to get there before his beard sprouts anew. Norman wants to he a civil engineer and study at Drexel. Adios, Kaplan, and good luck. , ,EE E 3 I ,... . J, ,ip Q .5 3 e THE EPITOME FRED KAUFFMAN-General Scientific Frederick 3rd, Freddie, Charleston, Kisses Class Foot Ball, 1, 23 Class Basket Ball, 1, 2, Class Base Ball, 1, 415 Zelos, 3, 41, Cheer Leader, 3, 415 Senior Dance Committeeg Hi-Y, 3, 45, Camera Club, lg Stamp and Coin, 2g Thespians, 3, 45 '26 Frolic Com- mittee, Senior Prom and Class Day Committees. Well, Freddy,,' you here, too. Well, you know, fellows, he is the best tragedian in the school as well as Charleston champ. Freddy', is often seen driving a Ford, and we were told from his experience with these cars, together with his stage ability, he is going to write a play entitled, You Drive It Yourself? Fred is a man of few words, some of these being checks, please,', step right up this way, please, ten cents. Fred,,' we understand, is going to study medicine. We hate to see you leave us, but we know that soon you will be back as a full-fledged M. D. Here's wishing you luck! , ROBERT KLINE-General Scientific Peanut, Bob, Steinmetz Zelos, 1, 2g Thespians, 3, Hi-Y, 1, 2. Well, well, Well, if it isn't Peanut, VVhat specimen of human physiognomy the gods have imposed upon us. The noble visage belongs to the greatest sheik and lady-killer. Peanut may often be found polishing the floor of the Crystal ball room or clipping the wings of the Reading Eagle. He never lets studies interfere with pleasure, except before exams., at which time he can be seen making notes and praying that the teacher who con- ducts the examination may be cross-eyed. Although Bohn may be seen hanging around the vicinity of Front and Spring Streets, we know he means well, and we all wish him the best of luck. RICHARD KOCH-Technical xaDick,r9 ulpudyn ucokesr usparkyu Manager of Proctor Track Team, 2, Class Base Ball, 35 'Class Basket Ball, 1, 2, 3, 415 Class Foot Ball, 41, Varsity Track, 4. Look closely, one and all, at this wonder- ful piece of illustrious humanity. Oh, what a boy! Dick looks down upon all his class- mates, possessing the highest seat in Mr. Shultz's proctor section. His honors are shared with the noteworthy Sam', Kozloff. Coke is our class athlete, our all-around man. But, alas, he is another on our list of our married men. CSO it is said.j Sparky may often be seen on North Eleventh Street with a certain Esther, and it is thought to be a serious case. But 'iPud's ambition will carry him over the rough road, and the class is backing you to the finish. Au revoir, Dick, THE EPITOME 27 SAMUEL KOZLOFF--Commercial usanhn 4aSammy,x1 ulcozzyn Bronze Scholarship, Zelos, 1, 2, 3, 4-. Stop, look and laugh! 'l'hat's right, it's 'tKozzy himself. Yes, we know all about it, he's on the secret house committee of the Migdal Club. Kozzy managed to look in- telligent enough to get a scholarship button. He is a clever fellow and a hard worker. .., . . ' , Yes, it was on account of this map that the publication of this book was delayed. It was only much threatening and the efforts of a kind sister that persuaded the photographer to risk his camera on this specimen. Sammy however has made good marks in - 1 r ' 4 ' C ..... f':' school. They may be found all over his desks 2 and seats. XVe do not know just what he will 1 'V take up, but we know he'll make good! 1 ff X L E2 3' I WILBUR THOMAS LEFFLER- 3 General Scientific :V- uBiu,n usoapysv uldeffn 4 Bronze Scholarship Button, 2, Class E Track, 3g Class Photograph Commit- teeg '26 June Easter Frolic Commit- 5 teeg Alumni Editor Red and Black. - I. The one bearing the above interesting .2 honors is nothing more than Soapy. 'tBil1 il 2 is one of the class and a good sport, but not 2 a citizen of Reading. He has been a prom- 1 .12 inent student and somewhat intelligent until he got into bad company. Since Bill works at the Reading Eagle with Iieh, he has be- come a man indeed. Left can often bc L seen on Penn Street in his Studebaker with Jeanette. He is often seen in a crowd match- , ing pennies to buy gas or doing the Charles- ton. .Soapy is a fine athlete and Alumni editor. Leff may go away to school. Any- how, the class says, Here's luck, 'Bi1l!' , WILLARD LEH-General Scientific Willie, Bill, Goosey Gold Scholarship, 'Class Reporter, 33 Class Base Ball, 33 Cap and Gown Committee. XVoof-Pst-Grr! Don't be alarmed, he , will not harm you. VVillie's thoroughbred , German police dog is only wrecking a cat. See how gentle he is with the child now pet- ting him. Bill is very much interested in 1 dogs. If your dog is sick or has a choice - f 3 C. assortment of flees, consult our eminent class- - -- ' mate. Goosey is very well versed in the . base ball world and can prophecy the world 12' series winner five years in advance. VVillie's , interest in the weaker humans is very vague. 2 fAll we have are rumors., Goosey is very 4 quiet Csometimesj. As you have observed, ,., Y., , ..- +..T,,. -.,q.- ,. . Willie is also a very good student, and in- h tends to enter U. of P. or State College. In spite of his scholarship, Bill will succeed. 9, ,4.--- ff,-.. S ' ,I Z 0, ...,1 Q, spirit THE EPITOME FRANCIS LEISMAN-Technical Hon, Sparkles No, this is not an add for Arrow collars or Triplex shoes. It is just Sparkles Liesman, famous radio bug, and Edison's only rival, from Elm Street. YVhen Hon is not busy sticking his hands into fans out at Cedar Street, he struts the town with such bums and cake-eaters as Deacon Brown and Slats Irwin, famous ex-convicts. Hon is a woman hater, but the girls can't keep away from him, and it is rumored he is a big butter and egg man, spending as high as SB30 on one girl in a night. Seriously speaking, Hon is a good fellow, and we know he will succeed. So long! ROBERT EDWIN LIGHT-Technical Bob, Electron Pennant Castg Radio Club, 4. Here he is, folks, one of the electrical wiz- ards of the class. Electron is one of the most quiet chaps, but a mighty fine fellow. It is rumored that Bob has stolen the heart of a certain young lady residing on Perkio- men Avenue. All the same, we must admit that Bob cuts a natty appearance in a uni- form. Electron is one of the more reserved type and doesn't step into the limelight. He is a sure, steady plugger, and we are positive that if he continues he will succeed. Elec- tron is a little undecided as to his occupa- tion after graduation, but, whatever he at- tempts, we wish him the fruits of great suca cess with the compliments of good old 1926 June. JAMES BENNEVILLE LINDENMUTH- Technical acJimmy,rr uldindyn Hi-Y, 3, 414 Camera Club, 3, 4. Behold, ladies and gentlemen, what we have with us. ,Tis none other than our beloved Jimmie, James is one of those quiet chaps who never looks at girls. We suspect that he likes Howers, especially the Rose He is one of those people who love to take a trip on the Tenth Street flier in order to get home. VVe believe Lindy,' burns the mid- night oil at his friend's home. I believe, if one were to question his friend Merkelske, some great secrets would be revealed. But no matter, James, you still have the best wishes of our class for a successful career, So long, old top! THE EPITOME JAMES LOOS E-Commercial ccJimmy,rr uLuCh,n s4Jim1x Camera, 1, 2, 3, 45 Class Base Ball, Ig Operetta, 44. Dontt be startled! This is not one of the Two Orphans or The Three Musketeers. It is only our little Jimmy. Jimmy is one of Mr. ,Lantz's speed demons and typewriting artists. Besides being bothered by four or five females, Jimmy is not bothered by the fair sex. Almost any Saturday afternoon he may be seen honoring Pom- eroy's aisle with his presence. Big Boy has ambitions to become a singer. His favorite tunes are The Lunch Room March and The Parade of the Dinner Boardersf' Luch is a great banker, and occasionally writes out a check in favor of himself. But, as a whole, he is a very good fellow, and we wish him good luck. OSCAR WILLIAM McINTOSH-Technical Mac, Micky, Os, Kintosh, Slick, Willie Class Foot Ball, 1, 2, 35 Varsity, 4-g Zelos, 25 Camera, 4. The accompanying picture is none other than that of Mac, the hard-boiled yegg of the classQ?j. Mickey is one of '26 June's greatest foot ball playersC?j. After lending his valuable assistance to '26's championship foot ball team for three seasons, W'illie finally persuaded Coach Snell that he was good enough for the varsity. On the field he was called the wonder player, because he was always wondering what to do. Mac is just a good scout. Step right up and call him Speedy Mick usually spends his Satur- day evenings in the Orpheum, accompanied by a woman-no, not his mother. Oscar is undecided as to which college he will attend, but, whichever his choice may be, we are sure he will attain success. So long! JOHN MAC ,LEOD--Commercial Johnny, Mack, Duke Class Foot Ball, 3g Debating, 3, 4-g Oratorical 'Contest No, gentle reader, this is not a movie actor. It is merely the greatest orator of the classC?j. Yes, it's Mack.', This young man is quite an orator, as shown by his campaigns for the Starving Oratorsf' t'Mack must get up so early in the morning to make up extemporaneous speeches that oratory is ruin- ing his health and good looksf?j. Mack is really a genius, but, judging from his won- derful work on the debating team, we know that we will succeed. He is a member of Mr. Dietrich's notorious class of bankers, and his main ambition is to become a banker or an orator. Yes, we feel that when Mack steps out in the world he will do big things. VVe all wish you luck, 'tMack. A -115' 41,9-? ' iirc., X f f s THE EPITOME lcv: .L '.i.- Q .' v- , .. C ,.., I oi 1-.4g i with JOHN DAVID MARTIN-Technical Johnny, John D., Pat Class Foot Ball, 1, 2, 3g Philos, lg Ukelele, 41. Gimme a cigarette, that's Johnny, We do not know exactly why he doesn't buy, but we heard from a good source that he's too young. It also was whispered that John D. never wears rubbers because they give so little. .So that may be another reason for not investing in a pack of hun1ps.,' Really, though, we pity Pat Ruth gave him the air, and he's awfully downhearted. In fact, he has lost interest in everything, especially his studies. But we know Johnny will for-- get all about her and succeed in life. WALTER G. MASON-General Scientific uwalhu 4cDoc,1y nl-Iuskypv uBig Boyn Here is the striking face of NValt. fThat's all you would care to see.j This handsome brute has an advantage over most of us- he has already graduated from Mt. Penn High School. Doc is a real artist at pool and driving Buicks, but he says the best thing is sitting in Helen's house. Walt wants to be an engineer of some kind like his father, but he feels that he needs more education. CThat's true enough.j Mason will sure be missed from the town of Penn- side when he goes away, because he delivers the Reading Eagle there and has all the village maidens follow him. VVell, 'tDoc, stick to it and be an engineer like your dad, the class is behind you. ROBERT K. MATTERN-General Scientific HBOBH School Track and Cross Country Team, 413 Student Council, 2. Attention, ladies and gentlemen: 'We beg to present Mr. Robert Kenneth Mattern. This brightC?D and enterprising young man has a great passion for working puzzles, when there are prizes offered for the best solution. Bob has already bought many cars, in his dreams. He is also interested in the place where cars are made---Detroit. We wonder why he didn't move there with her. Bob is one of the star runners of the cross-country team and hopes to beatfisome dayl. After all, Bob is a fine fellow and well liked by everyone. He intends to go to Cornell, and we are sure that he will succeed. S0 long, B0b. THE EPITOME REGINALD E. MATTHIAS-Commercial uBunny,n uReggieu Bunny is one of those fellows who con- tinually pretends to be doing nothing, but some know better, for Reggie never wasted time. He is an active fellow, engaged in the intricacies of commercial necessity. 'iBunny, for thepast few decades,has led an interesting life, indulging in such foppishness as late hours, theatres, Hdandyv company and pro- digious studyC?j. Notwithstanding such am- biguities, Reggie is a fine fellow. Good luck to you! ROBERT GEORGE MAURER-Technical x4Bob'11 uF'at,u aAHunk,rv 4aChubby,1x nJoken Class Foot Ball, 2, 3g Zelos, 2, Tech Club, 3, Hi-Y, 2. Do tell. UNO? XVhere'd you see him? 'fHonest. No, folks, there is nothing wrong. It's just a few Fourth and Court flappers talking about our Bob Hunk says he's off the women, but why do we hear such con- versations as the above and also see him in the Northeastern section of the city every evening? Sure,Meinholz andSassaman live out there, but not on Union Street. VVho asked if we were proud of 5'Joke?' Sure, we are. VVasn't he a member of our foot ball cham- pions? VVhat? No, he was third assistant water-boy. Bob goes out for other sports. too, such as eating, sleeping, being a general nuisance, and-oh, yes, the indoor sports. VVell, we wish you luck, g'Fat. So long! RUSSELL SCOTT MEINHOLZ-Technical Rus, Abe, Napoleon, Creature Camera Club, 2, 3, 44, Treasurer, 45 Tech Club, 2, 3g Editor Tech News, 3. Ladies and gentlemen, behold! This is Sousa's, Paderewski's and Paul XVhiteman's only rival. 'gCreatore leads a mean sym- phony orchestra, jazz band, and is also an able htickler of the ivoriesf' It is rumored that he has a certain lady friend up in Schuyl- kill Haven. Napoleon is also quite a so- loist, being the only perfect attendant at choir rehearsal, and the only reason we can see is either a little blond soprano or a bru- nette contralto, or both. Rus has an am- bition-that is to indulge more deeply in the art of music, especially in choir rehearsals. VVe are all back of him, wishing him all the success in the world-even if he does wear his hair like a musician. Good luck, Rus! K..- ..,,. ., 4 4 or 'cor at E -6 iw- 1, ' 4. ..,.. Z 1 K QQQWIH rabid' THE EPITOME HARRY FREDERICK MERKEL-- General Scientific Harrie, Merk, Moikel Class Basket Ball, 1, 2, 3, 4, Philos, 3, 4: Hi-Y, 3, 4, President Morning Group, 4, Camera Club, 4. Squeak, squeak, squeak! Hello, every- body. Oh, d0n't get frightened, it's only Moikel with his queer talk. Merlin always scares the greenies with his maniacal murmur- ings, but that does not apply to the fair sex. Harrie is often heard to murmur Grace, Charlotte, Rose or Mini, but when not call- ing on one of the above mentioned ladies he may be seen around Hill Road. VVe all know why. 'tMerk spends his spare moments at the Enterprise Novelty Company, trying to sell novelties to the childrenC?j. He is un- decided where he will go after leaving Read- ing High. The class is back of you, Merk. Stick to whatever you undertake, and we know you'll succeed. HARRY SAMUEL MILLER-Technical 4aKaP,v1 ulvlillern Varsity Track, 3, 4g Cross-Country, 45 Camera Club, 2, 3, 43 Philos, 4, Hi-Y, 3, 4, Reporter, 4. Bang! The gun cracks and Miller takes the lead in another cross-country race. Harry has always been a fast runner, having ac- quired the habit when her father chased him. Perhaps this is the reason he can run so far, too. He believes in action rather than words, but if you don't believe us, ask the girls. Harry's main source of exercise is in his 1902 model Reo. He has pushed it so far that it owes him about two miles. But Kap plays fair with the girls when they ride with him. Speaking seriously, however, we expect a lot from Harry, and feel sure that he will live 'up to our expectations. WALLACE B. MILLER-Technical Wally, Whitey, sandy, virginia Class Foot Ball, 1, Scrub Foot Ball, 2, Varsity Foot Ball, 3, 4, Varsity Swimming, 1, 2, 4, Philos, 1, 25 Hi-Yg Camera, 1. Look out! Here comes 'fWal1y,' Miller in his hase ball pants-beg pardon, knickersf- on his way to see Virginia, his eight-year-old sweetheart. But let 'WValIy tell you about her. Blondy is also an earnest devotee to the fair sexfStelletta is her name, isn't that right. LWVally? VVally's only regret is that she lives so far away from his house. He can often be seen hiking down Perm Street at one o'clock in the morning after escorting the young lady home. Besides being a star foot ball player, Blondy is also a studentC?j. He wasn't valedictorian of his class because he disliked to take the honor from one of his friends. Good luck to you, Wally, THE EPITOME V DAVID MOYER-Commercial Flying Dutchman, Dave, Davy Kindly do not rush or crowd, girls! This big brute and lady killer has his mate picked already. For every night you can see Davy strutting his stuff, with Estelle, in the vicinity of Ninth and Elm Streets. Dave is one of the big men of the class Caround the vaistj, and is a notorious member of Mr. Lantz's stenography sharks and a crack banker. But we c'an't understand this, for he rushes his t'choice almost every evening. VVhat is it? Is he brightC?j or does he have a pull? VVe think it to be the latter. Getting serious now, HFlying Dutchman is a pretty good fellow, and expects to enter into the business world. VVe wish you success in your undertakings. Good luck, Dave! JOHN FRANCIS NEIHART, JR.- General Scientific Johnny, Manager, Fat Ladies and gentlemen, you now have the pleasure of looking upon the countenance of the only bachelor of the class. John is good at the Charleston and can often be seen with Harry Seltzer bumping the boards in the Calvary Mcn's Minstrel. It is said that they once brought the house down--brick by brick. After school hours Johnny put in time at Paul's, trying to sell garters to collegiate fel- lows. Seriously, John is a. good sport and well liked by all. After graduating from old R. H. S., he intends to fix up the Bell Tele- phone Company, and we all wish you great SIICCCSS. S'long, old top, the best 0' luck to you. ADAM NOWOTARSKI-Commercial Adam, Flying Polack, Fat Ladies and gentlemen, bootleggers and cat- tle rustlers, kindly hear me. Here you have the most illustrious man of the class, about whom so much fuss has been raised. Yes, this is he, and would you think that Adam hangs around such roughnecks like Spencer Smith, Carl Snyder and that guy Lopey Singer? The Flying Polack is one of the most dar- ing stenography hounds, though he is very modest about it. He claims that he can take 125 words a minute Cand then trans- cribes from t'Hip Anderton's notesj. Adanfs main ambition is to become president of some big bank, like that of the Stony Creek Na- tional Bank, and we hope that he succeeds. Good luck, Adam! lil' I' 42 J-:al Aggpu? n o 3 ,.... . may t THE EPITOME MILES EDWIN OCKSRIDER C0m'mercial l Caesar, Cicero, Tilley, Smiles -P'A- ' 312 i x C lll t lll ll i grief Bronze Scholarship, Class Foot Ball, 4+g Class Base Ball, 3, 41, Hi-Y, 44g Camera Club, 41. Behold! One of the smallest men of the notable '26 June Class. Smiles is trying to be the World's best imitator. While play- ing the fiddle for Meinholz's orchestra, he resembles Kreislerg on the gridiron he looks like a future Grange, being Bob Maurer's assistantg on the base ball field and basket ball floor, he trys to mock several stars. Caesar not only stars on athletics, but also has a bronze scholarship and many honor roll cards to his credit. Tilley expects to take up an extension course after graduation. So long and the best of luck, big boy! DAVID JAMES O'NEIL-Technical npeggyyn AaDave,11 uljatu Thespian, 35 German Play CEr Sall Der Herr Seinjg Camera Club, 413 Treasurer Hi-Y, 2. Don't be shocked, ladies and gentlemen, this is only Peggy O'Neil, our German star. By glancing at him you wouldn't think that he can rattle off German as fast as he can repeat the Lord's Prayer. Fat's physique and fluent flow of German enabled him to get a job as sausage slinger at the Mohican. Davy's good work earned him a promotion to chief cut-up of cows. Seriously speak- ing, We are proud of Dave His good work in the German play secured praise for him throughout the school. Keep up the good work, Dave,l' and we Will surely be proud of you. BROOKMAN R. PAINTER-Latin Scientific Brook, Sheik Vice President of Class, 25 Philo, 3, 41g President, 4-g Cross-Country, 415 Student Council Secretary, 3, Red and BlackStaffg Gold Bar Scholarship. Perhaps it is not known to you, but this is the fair resemblance of our famous Canadian from the Great Northwest, where men are men and where youths visit their prospec- tives on bucking bronchos. When in the East, Brook spends the greater part of his time with his dear friend Virgil. On clear days the Sheik may be seen, scantily clad, running in from the enormous metro- polis of Shillington. Feminine creatures flock from many miles around to witness this great athletic feat. But his achievements are not limited to this. 'iBrook,' questions his teach- ers upon arithmetical subjects to such an ex- tent that they give up in despair. Brookman intends to study electrical engineering at Harvard, and we all know he'll succeed. THE EPITOME FREDERICK JOHN PERELLA-Technical llFred,77 HFat,!7 Klsarallhi! KKDuke9, Class Foot Ball, 1, 2, 34 Varsity, 44g Class Base Ball, 1, 2, 3g 'Class Ad- visory Gift Committeeg Tech Club, 2, 3, Student Council, 4-. Don't be shocked, folks, it's only Fred, our class sheik. He is not only one of Read- ing High's foot ball stars, but also a booster in class athletics. One of Duke's fairest foot ball enthusiasts is a certain Grace, from Easton, who gives our champ loads of en- couragement in her weekly letters. Sarah shines in his classes, especially study-hall, where he can be seen every day reading the same letters over and over again. This, dear ladies, is a specimen of the never-to-be- remembered Tech Club. His work here was just as characteristic of Fred as his greater labor on the Student Council. Well, Fat, we wish you the best of luck. EDWARD THOMAS PETTIT-Technical uEds,n uEddie'n ulzyn Camera Club, 3, 4, Stamp and Coin, la Tech Club, 2, 3. Screech! VVow! Bang ! VVooo-oo-oo! Groan! Its' Ed playing his fiddle. Some people say Eddie is trying to force the neighbors to move, but we know he is trying to entertain themC?j. Another report is that l'lds,' is merely showing his bravery by playing his screech-box in spite of the fact that the neighbors threaten to assassinate him. VVe believe Izy is brave, because he is one of the fearless four who had the neck to come to school in cretonne shirts, minus coats. uliddiel' is through with grirls just IIOWV. NVe wonder why? Oh, well, Ed, keep your brave side to the front and you will make a dent in this world. -,V.:. EE t.-..,,.i' ROBERT MILTON POETTER- li ' ' Latin Scientific Mutt, Frencl1y Gold Bar Scholarshipg Student Council, 2g Class Secretary, 3, 41g Class Ring and Pin Committeeg Se- nior Assembly Committeeg Editor- in-Chief of the Red and Black, Valedictorian. Meet Mutt, the editor-in-chief of this lipitome. He led the Red and Black to a crowning success, also. Frenchy wears a diderent neektie every day in the week. Mutt' is one of our most able language stu- dents, when speaking French his pronuncia- tion resembles that of Daudet, and, on the other hand, in Latin class you would think Milton was related to Cicero. Although everything seems to be either horrible or gorgeous 'to Frenchy, he is one of the most talented members of the class. In the past f'Mutt has occupied many responsible positions in his class and elsewhere. He ex- ecuted these most ably and has proved his ability. The class is back of you, Milton. .,.,, .. .fur C .... ...JL r 0, :JH ., ess '4l -if '-: ' , . THEODORE CLIFFORD PRICE- General Scientific Ted Hungry, Daddy, Banker, Parson Xarsity and Scrub Basket Ball, 4, Cheer Leader, 3, 4g Zelos, 4g Thes- i'1ns, 3, 45 Ukelele Club, 43 WVinner of Foot Ball Ticket Campaign, 3, 4g Class Base Ball, 3, 4, Foot Ball, 3, 4. Price, Daddyy' of the class, with his six years stay about the marble corridors of the school, has more privileges than we others. fed contributed much service here by his directing of cheers. He has also entertained THE EPITOME , T x 4 ...J .1.g 2, Alli us with inspiring uke selections, accom- panied by a shuffling around on the platform. By the way, Banker is the city's champion charity Charleston clogger. A fault- Hum gry is always yelping for his piece, declares Mrs. VVagner. She just can't keep him filled with pie. At least, Daddy will have a re- ligious ending, for '6Parson Price will at- tend a theological school in his study for the ministry. He expects to matriculate at Syracuse. ALBERT READINGER-Latin Scientific Albert, Abie, Abe, Jake Varsity Swimming, 2, 45 Orchestra, 1, 2, 3, 4, Humor Editor of Red and Black. Sis-Boom! Ah, no, folks, it isn't a sky- rocket, its' just Abe', doing one of his famous jack-knives. Albert, as all the girls know, is one of the sheiks of the swimming teamf?5. He is also the joke of the class, being the humor editor of the Red and Black. You have often heard of the famous saying, I'd walk a mile for a Camel. Well, Jake goes fifty-seven better by walking fifty-eight miles to see Grace. He is one of the nicest fellows in our class, never is grouchy, but has a smile for everyone. Abe is one of our Latin sharksC?J. He intends to continue his studies at Lafayette. Stick to it, Albert, we're back of you till the finish. HAROLD R. REIFSNYDER-Technical c4Hap,11 uAben .Lo and behold, the star of the Ace basket ball team of the Y. M. C. A., our own good- looking Hap, Hap has had a basket ball in his hands ever since he was knee high to a grasshopper. Unfortunately, he is rather shy around the opposite sex. If you don't believe us, ask Paul McQuait, one of his dan- gerous gang. Speaking about his gang, Hap can be seen with them promenading up and down Penn Street, doing dangerous things such as hunting cigar bands. How- ever, Hap is a fine friend, and we know he will succeed in all he tries. Go to it, Hap, the class is behind you. THE EPITOME JAMES REINHART-General Scientific uJirnrny,u uJilnIu Ladies and gents, we take great pleasure in introducing to you the only living interpreter of Why Girls Leave Home, but on the level, 'iJimmy is very calm and seems at present rather shy toward the gentle sex. Besides being gifted with a good appearance and a gruff voice, Jim is a shining star in Mr. Fink's English eight class. Jimmy is an absolute authority on Shakespeare, Long- fellow and Mr. White. But of all these noble traits, the one that most interests us is his frank manner and serious approach of any situation. Jim,' has the backbone that is lacking in many. Good luck to you, class- mate! JOHN EDWARD REINSEL-Technical Johnny Philos, lg Hi-Y, 2, 3, 4-g Camera Club, 2, Chairman Class Numeral Committee. Dear readers, you have the pleasure of gaz- ing upon the fair countenance of one of our most brilliant chemistry students. John is also Mr. Kissinger's electrical shark, and can be seen with Fred. Peralla fixing up an elec- trical heater which they claim will throw more heat than the sun. Every Sunday evening John can be ,seen pushing a plate up the aisle of Calvary Reformed Church. He is also one of the R's in the R. N. R. cor- poration 1Reinse1, Neihart and Rickenbachj. John is quite an accomplished tennis player. Ask Eleanor. So far, John has not fallen for the weaker sex, but he does not wear blinders when a pretty woman passes him on the street. After leaving these fair halls, Johnny intends to put up with the Bell Telephone Company. So long, old chap. WILFORD LEON REIST-Latin Scientific Jake, Willie Bronze Scholarship, 3, Orchestra, 1, 2, 3, fig Concert Master and Student Leader, 44 Class Base Ball, 23 Hi-Y, 25 Camera Club, 2, 3. Hark! VVhat is that noise? But who is that holding the little wand in his hand? Oh, that's Jake, our concert master. He sure is a music fiend. However, he sometimes gets his notes and keys mixed, and cannot dis- tinguish between Federal and Yale locks. W'e know nothing of his lady friends, though sev- eral fellows have been on his trail for the past year. Why our 'iWillie does not or- ganize a band in his home town, the thriving metropolis of Temple, is something we c'an't understand. Jake is a man whose future we feel safe in predicting to be one of suc- cess and honor. Goodbye and good luck! .3 5 3 M. . . ,X o f .--... ...'. f .... ...A ri R .-..,, mi.,-.L .. X. ' -1-'.. X 9 -rd .4J 'A if til l , it railii - . - . c THE EPITOME GEORGE DARRAH RIBBLE-Technical Red, Brick, Rederick II. Varsity Foot Ball, 1, 2, 3, 43 Swim- ming, 3, 41, Captain, 3, Class Basket Ball, 415 Zelos, 1, 2, Hi-Y, 35 Glee Club, 1. Splash! George is ol? to another victory! This handsome, red-headed chap is our champion swimmer. WVhen Recl's not both- ering the teachers, he's studying hardQ?j. Brick claims that VVhitey Miller is the only married man in the class, but Red,' takes the cake for attention to the fair sex Qonej. Milly is her name, and she wears the cutest boots. Oh, boy! Rederick II.', doesn't know whether he wants to be a stage come- dian or a physical director, but we are sure he would be efficient in either art. Pull hard, Red! EARL WAYNE RICKENBACH- Latin Scientific Ricky, NE. Wayne Class President, 35 Treasurer, 1, 2, Cross-Country, 445 Class Foot Ball, 2, 3, 4, Student Senator, lg National Oratorical, 2, 3, Business Manager Red and Black, President Hi-Y, 4-g Senior Assembly Program Committee. Please don't crowd, dear people, this is not a section of the animal cage of P. T. Bar- num's circus, but only our own Reverend E, Wayne Rickenbach. Ricky is one of the most popular fellows of the class, and be- cause if his beautifulC?J voice he got the job of 'tthrowingn the school out of assemblies. We wonder why Ricky can so often be seen in the vicinity of Second and Oley Streets. The mere mention of Hood College has mag- ical eifects. HE. VVayne is a member of the Unholy Three CReinsel, Neihart and Rick- enbachj. Ricky is a good CBOyb scout. Earl doesn't know whether he is going to college. But no matter where he goes, we wish him success. AMOS MARK RINKER-Commercial Aimy, Rinky-Dinky, Marcus Silver Scholarship Button, Class Base Ball, 4.5 First Prize McKinley Essay Contest, 1925. Hurrah! Hurrah! Rah! Rah! You will wonder what all the racket is about. No, it isn't the returns from the Dempsey-Firpo fight, but simply Ai1ny,' Rinker coming to bat. Marcus is the able leader of the famous Aces base ball team. Rinkey- Dinkey is so good that the scorekeepers chalk down a home run for him as he takes his place to bat. Aimy is a prize essayist. He won fame when he won first prize in the McKinley Essay Contest. Although Aimy is very modest about his essay, we know that he knows more about McKinley than Mr. McKinley. Your future famous work will make Babe Ruth and VVilliam Shakespeare look like back numbers. THE EPITOME ALLEN RITTER-Technical HAL!! usuckeyn Base Ball, 2, Foot Ball Manager, 3, Philos, 41, Hi-Y, 1, 2, 39 Vice Presi- dent, 414 Thespian, 2. Hail the sheik! AIM is a good chap, all the same. His ability in the games of base ball and foot ball has attracted the attention of some of our leading athletic magnates. Buckey is contemplating whether he wants to sign with John McGraw or take Red Grange's job from him. Don't be mis- taken, folks, by this Hbanterj' because, seri- ously speaking, Al is a fine lad. We are all sure that whatever Buckey attempts will be a huge success. Buckey got this nickname for two reasons. First, because of his ability as a line bucker in foot ball, and also because he is a sincere admirer of Buckey Harris, manager of the Wash- ingtons. ALFRED N. ROGERS-Latin Scientific uAlf,n uMax,17 MAIN Gold Scholarshipg Class Motto Com- mittee, French Play, Rosalie, Zelosg Chaplain, 2g Treasurer, 3, Vice President, 415 Debating Team, Camera Club, 3, 44. Behold! Before us is one of a more or less quiet disposition. Alf is one of the high- est ranking students in our class, and has been a hard worker and bluifer for four years. This is not the only rare thing about him, however, another being his extreme bashfulness with the displayers of feminine styles. For as good-looking a chap as he, well dressed and intelligent looking, we can- not but wonder. He has brains, ambition, ability and talent. Alf is the pride of the Math. department. Perhaps this is why he aspires to go to Lehigh to study engineering. Success to you, Alf! ' FLOYD ROSENTHAL--Latin Scientific Rosie Class Foot Ball, 3, Zelos, 1, 2, 3, 4-g Reporter, 3, 4. Don't crowd, ladies! This is only little Floyd. No, Rosie is not in love. Far greater is the cause for his grief, for, alas, he must reduce. No longer may he brighten Mother Wagner's victualizing station with his presence for two hours daily. Rosie hasn't given much attention to the social life of the school, his only club being the illus- trious Zelos. In spite of the labor of this illustrious society, however, he admits that he still gets cold feet when there's any public speaking to do. 'fFloydy appears to have no time for members of the fair sex. Seri- ously, Floyd is a fine fellow, and we wish him luck. , X ggjfii' Q 49- :'::'.g ATT? 3 C ...... .tj ,N is f ig 3 3 53 3 41 . 'i-. a t THE EPITOME JOHN ROTHENBERGER--Commercial Johnny, Rottie Class President, 1, 2, Ring and Pin Committee, Varsity Swimming, 44, The Pennant Play, Hi-Y, 1, 25 Camera Club, 1. Did you ever see this handsome chap walking down Penn Street? Look for him, girls. He hasn't been known to fall for any- one as yet, but it's possible. Johnny', led our class as president the first two years, and made a big hit in the Pennant Play as Doris. In his last year Johnny secured a regular berth on the swimming team and made good on the relay team. Recently Johnny has been uslinging sodasy' at Keen's Drug Store, and finds them quite to his taste. Although Rothe doesn't know whether he will pose for Arrow collar ads. or go to college, we're sure he will choose the education. Good luck, Johnny, in whatever you do. HAROLD S. SALLADA-Commercial Sally, Dotty, Fritztown, Pete This is it! VVhat? Sally, the Wonder! This brilliant student is so quiet that he is marked absent at least once every week, Then he uses his eloquence to prove to the principal that he was present. This deep thinker has become so absent-minded that it is said that he combed his bread and but- tered his hair. Pete is the manager, adver- tising agent, bookkeeper, salesman, stenog- rapher, floor-walker, oflice boy, messenger boy and janitor of Readingfs largest depart- ment store, viz., Seller's Clothing Store. His motto, I cannot fail, is a success. He al- ways brightens up when he goes to Fritz- tovvn. You wonder why he goes? Well-- some wise girl threw a banana peel on the pavement. Sally,' tread on it and fell for her. Goodbye, Sally! WILLIS LEROY SAS SAMAN-Technical acsassfy nzekesa Behold! The wonder of the class. Zeke always wonders what he has to study. Now and then he snatches time to do such things as using hislbeautiful bass voice in the chorus of a mere minstrel. Sass, also tries to sheik the fair sex. If you dontt believe us, ask Julia. Did you ever see the wonder run- ning' in Ninth Street with all his might? No, he's not practicing for track-he's running a race with the late bell. Upon rare occa- sions the bell wins, and next day Zeke turns up with an excuse reading Please ex- cuse 'Willis for lateness, as the bell rang be- fore he reached school. Well, Sass,,' we do hope you will get up early enough to win success. ,So long! THE EPITOME KARL SCHAEFFER clshrinlpxr s4Tim,97 ucasyvr uwhiteyu Class Base Ball, 3, 45 Scrub Base Ball, fig Class Track. Here comes the most timid, sentimental youth of our varied class. In spite of this fact, 'l'im,' might, with validity, be called a little giant, for his oratorical faculties are such as to sway whole crowds, and, although he has acquired a habit of lisping, is it not due to his timidness. Oh, surely Cas has at times very intersting crowds as his pa- tient auditors, in which case he depends on the magnetic value of his deep blue eyes, which Hash the mischievous spirit of un- daunted youth. To one who tries, belongs success, so enjoy plenty of it. Farewell! EDWARD SCHMAUDER-Technical Ed, Sage, Big Boy, Von Hindenburgn Bronze Scholarship Button, Class Foot Ball, 3, 41 QManager, 40g Var- sity Base Ball, 3, 415 Letterhead Committee, Athletic Editor Red and Black. No, no, girls! This isn't Valentino, this is Big Boy, the sage of Hyde Park. Sage is our base ball star. He has played on our base ball team for two seasons, and, being such a big boy, Snellie uses him to protect the bats. Von Hindenburgu is a sheik. Al- though sixteen girls have already proposed to him, he only mentions the name of Thelma He claims that Thelma won't even mention his name, so he may often be heard singing, Gee, Pm Mighty Blue for You. After all, Ed is a good fellow. He is one of our ath- letes and well deserves the honor of Athletic Editor. Ed expects to study engineering at Penn State when he leaves school, and we wish him the best of luck. HARRY G. SELTZER, JR.-Gen. Scientific Hairy, Bromo, Napoleon, Rabbi, Runt Class Base Ball, 41, Zelos, 35 Thespian, 44. No, dear readers, that growling is not that of a prehistoric monster, but merely t'Bromo Seltzer giving his daily chant in the locker room. When the photographer took this pic- ture he almost died of fright, but gained con- sciousness twenty minutes later. Hairy has a goodQ?j voice, and in assemblies can be heard singing above Cand aheadj of the rest of the school. Rabbi is often seen with Johnny' Neihart doing the Charleston in the Calvary Men's Minstrel. A death blow has been dealt to Ellis Mills, for Harry quit them cold. Runt is often heard to mutter Janet, in his day dreaming. NVe do not know what Napoleon,' intends to do after graduating, but we know that he will succeed in whatever he undertakes. So long, Hairy! .EUUUEM l Z Q.-rl .... I l l. 4 1: l....Jf Q9 5?,Qg.. at E, X ,fiybv . , .2A. ' ,E QI Q Q E1 C: ..., . if a ,' 'A2f' I atistlll THE EPITOME GEORGE SHINDEL-Technical ushinnyps uGoofy,n saYaPu Camera Club, 2, 3. VVell, folks, this is Shinny, the Solomon of our class, wise cracks and all. He has more wives, however, than that noble person ever thought of having. His Esthers, Helens, Eleanors and Dorothys are too numerous to enumerate. Goofy's Charleston steps are known far and wide, and woe be it to any fair damsels who once glide over a dance floor in this good-lookingC?J chap's arms. He is one of a group of nuts known to them- selves as the t'Four Horsemen. He may always be found with such bums as Bob Hawman and Elmer Smith. All jokes aside, though, Yap is a good student, and all things point toward his success. So long, Shinny, the class is hack of you till the sea goes dry. ISADORE IRWIN SINGER-Commercial UDoPey,7! HIzzy,!7 Kllrvii Zelos, 1, 2, 3, 4-. One sometimes sees a sober youth travers- ing the school halls, pondering, deep in the intricacies of thought, for indeed it is Dopey figuring out a method by which he will evade the ensuing teacher's wrath. But, on the whole, Izzy is a good fellow, and although he has aroused some curiosity as to the purport of several mysterious actions Cwe wonder what's in that bag that he carries out Ninth Street every other dayj, he expects to make a prominent appearance some day. Probably Irv has formulated a method by which alchemy is made possible. Who knows. At least, if he continues in awe of passing generations, he is bound to become some- thingf' ELMER SMITH-Technical Smitty, Elmah No, girls, this is not Charlie Chaplin, it is Smitty, the sheik of Robesonia. Elmah is one of the silent men of the class, and, al- though he is seen but never heard, he can always be found in the company of such well- known characters as Tubby and Bob Recently, Smitty visited Robesonia and began to take an interest in basket ball, which is largely due to the fact that a cer- tain party by the name of Janet - is on the Robesonia High basket ball team. He is a loyal rooter for Robesonia High, and at every game he can be seen cheering for her, In spite of all this, Elmah is one of Mr. Kis- singerts honored pupils in the profession which he intends to follow. Well, goodbye and good luck, Smitty!,' THE EPITOME 413 LE. VAN PRETZMAN SMITH- General Scientific uFat,n asGrace,11 u'rub,n usrnittyn Class Basket Hall, 1, 2, 3, Scrub, 3g Varsity, 43 Class Base Ball, 1, 24 Ealing. dggillg Varsity, 3, 44, Class Foot Ball, 1, 2g Varsity, 3, 41. Step close, girls, and gaze upon this marvel of the ages. What a specimen of human physiognomy the gods have imposed upon us. This noble visage belongs to the greatest caveman and lady killer of the class and whose smiling countenance has deceived many a damsel. Here of late you can see Fat strutting his stuff on North Ninth Street with Gracef?j. 'fSmitty is an all-around athlete in school and is a wonderful scholar, but how he does it we do not know. He is either naturally bright or has a pull. Tub is a good fellow and has given his support to the class and school activities. VVe are sure he will succeed, so the best of luck, old boy! SPENCER SMITH-Commercial Spence, Smitty Class Base Ball, 2. Here, folks, is a rather funny character, because he seems so quiet and bashful, but just wait till you know him, then you will change your opinion. Once this past winter, when Spence was on a sleigh ride with Mart, she made him walk all the way home from .State Hill. Sounds bad, doesn't it? Spencer's boss told him he must have been feeling good when he had this picture taken, because on the rest of his prints he looked sober. But we happen to know that Spence is always sober. He made a big hit at the Senior Prom-four girls slapped his face. VVith all these faults, Spence will some day be a successful business man, and the class wishes him luck. Goodbye! CARL SNYDER-Commercial Snitz Bronze Scholarship. Behold, ladies and gentlemen! You are now looking upon the beautiful countenance of none other than Snitz Snyder himself. Although Snitz', is small in stature, he is a giant in intellectual ability and possesses a great deal of wit and humor. Every day Snitz can be seen going to his usual place of business, where hc hopes to accomplish great things in the future. Although he is not an enemy of women, there does not seem to be a woman at the present who has claim for him. His greatest ambition is to be- come an expert accountant, and we know that Snitz will he successful. The Class off '26 June wishes him the best of luck that can be gotten. 4 -... ,, x M13 3 1 . E ku.: .....,,.. A . ..::. L A ,L , 0. THE EPITOME is-'.. Z . 'vs 4. l F U U Q .LJ , .... . X.. . IZIII lr E RALPH L. SNYDER-Latin Scientific UDOCH Stamp and Coin Club, 3. Don't be alarmed, girls, it's only the living skeleton of Doc Snyder. Old Doc is surely the German sharkC?D. VVhenever you enter his German class you can always hear him above the restf This occurs only during translation, because he is always criticizing his classmates. He has reformed along the line of women and has now attained the honor of being a woman hater. lSnyder's greatest ambition is to be a doctor, and we know that he will be successful because of his great ability. Doc intends to further his education at U. of P., and we all hope you succeed in this worthy ambition. So long! WILBUR SPATZ-Latin Scientific Spatzie, Will, B. V. D. Gold Scholarship Button, Assistant Treasurer, 1g Philos, 41. All hail! Here comes K'VVillie,', Caesar's only rival in Latin composition! And, would you believe it, he says he never studies. VVill is an ardent supporter of the Philos, and ofttimes, upon a Thursday morning, this otherwise quietC?j chap can be heard vio- lently declaiming. HB. V. D. didn't go in for any sports, however, for, as he tells us, he wants the other fellows to have a chance. Spatzie would have us believe that he is a woman hater, but we begin to have our doubts when we hear him muttering about 'iMary. Billy intends to continue his studies at Lafayette, where we are sure he will make a success. Goodbye and good luck, Spatzie! JOHN W. STOUT-General Scientific Jack, Stouty, No, 1 Committee Class Advisor, 1. Ladies and gentlemen, gaze on this bit of art. 1t's no other than the countenance of our sheik Stouty. Every time Jack goes to a dance fwhich is very oftenj, he orders them to put sand dn the floor so he feels at home. No. 1 can be found at home from 1.30 A. M. to 8 P, M. He is high up in so- ciety, being second assistant property man for the V. T. K. Society. Almost any night you can see him with QI don't want to men- tion the one and not the others, and I canit have a whole pagej. His greatest am- bition is to become Mayor Cmarej of Stony Creek Mills, and I am sure he will reach his ambition. So here's luck from your good old Class '26 June. THE EPITOME HENRY ELMER THOMAS-Technical uPud,n ul-lens, u'l-ol-n,n uljernn Class Base Ball, 1, 24 Varsity Base Ball, 3, 413 Class Basket Ball, 1, 2, 3g Varsity Basket Ball, 413 Class Foot Ball, 3, 41. The illustrious gentleman pictured above is none other than the mighty Hen. We wonder if this supreme anatomy procured his name through a liking for chickens. Tom sure haunts the biology laboratory, and we honestly believe ,he is trying to learn all he can about Ferns Pud knows his ouions', when it comes to base ball and basket ball, as he has varsity experience in both sports. Therefore, ladies and gentle- men, how can he help but be popular? Good looksC?b, athletic ability and a vast knowl- edge of women. Who under the sun could want more? Lehigh, realize the honorable personage you are receiving within your por- tals. Reading High, realize that you are losing one of the real fellows of this Class '26 June. J. P. TURNER, JR.-v-Technical Pickles, Reel, Buttercup, Rhoda Thespians, 1, 25 Zelos Chaplain, 3. Here he comes---there he goes. The only Caveman in the class. Flip is a fast fel- low and he lets no grass grow under his feet. Ask Francis, she knows. She thinks he is very sweet and therefore he got the name of Pickles, Red is a member of the history society or the B. B. B., or Brillhart's Booby By-products. He is the official electric fan tester of Mr. Kissinger. One day he got his nose too near and cut part off, and since then has nose trouble. WVell, we know Phil will make good in this electrical world, so here's good luck, Phil, The class is in back of you. ALOYSIUS VATH-Technical Whitey, Brute, Big Boy, Vicious Philos, 2, 3, 45 Editor Tech News, 3, Tech Club, 2, 35 Treasurer, 34 Camera, 1, 2, 3g Red and Black Printer, 445 Chairman Cap and Gown Committee. Ladies and gentlemen, don't be alarmed by the name, this is only the Big Boy of our class. The girls will say Isn't he cute? Vicious is very fond of trigonometry. He says that after the teacher is finished speak- ing of pi he is so hungry that he could eat the logs Whitey was treasurer of the Tech Club, and for this reason it dissolved. Brute has a soft spot in his heart for the female sex, especially for Marie S. Vicious has now gained fame by printing the Red and Black, and we all hope that he will soon be head of the Printing Depart- ment. Whitey expects to be a printer, and we wish him to be the best of type.,' , :Ef'fi':' 3 - ,Q .W in J., X ' 7 - C... ...er-J 5, l. ,, Q r 49x ,--,j,! .,,,, is ...f X THE EPITOME ANTHONY L. VATH-Technical Ant, Tony, Handsome Tech Club, 2. Don't rush, ladies, you may all see the Romeo of '26 June. Ant is one of the best looking fellows in the classg thatis why she calls him Handsome, Leaving all joking aside, t'Tony is a business man. He is gen- eral manager of the carpet tack department in one of the large hardware stores in the 800 block of North Tenth Street. Ant is also a good basket ball player. Ask him yourself. He plays score keeper with the well-known Olivet team. Sincerely, though, we know that '26 June will be proud of Handsome as one of its products. QUENTEN WEIDNER-Technical uBud,u acDuke,:r ssozzyfv uQ. Rin Bronze Scholarship, 3, Numeral Committee, 3. Policemen! Prohibition agents! Money lenders! Do you recognize the adjacent physiognomy? It is none other than our friend '4Ozzy. He is one of the daredevils who defies death by walking through the boulevards of our beautiful city wearing wall-paper shirts without police protection. Duke is a proud owner of a pipe with an odor that would put the German poison gas to shame. This is not the only flaw in his immaculate character. Helen is believed to be the cause of many imperfect chemistry recitations. CHe is becoming so accom- plished on the cornet, it is believed that some day he will replace the Angel Gabriel.j With all seriousness, however, Bud is a good fellow, and '26 June is sure he will succeed in whatever he undertakes. CHARLES WIN K-Technical Tubby, Tiny, Buttercup, Fat Class Foot Ball, 4,4 Tech Club, 2, Stamp and Coin Club, 1. Ah, ha! Here he is, Charles Wink, known to all as Fat.,' This appellation he has had ever since childhood, and is caused by gen- erous proportions. 'He has, every school dayt' during the last four years, taken a street car for three blocks and received a transfer to save himself a walk of one block. This is an error, as Fat has a habit of playing hookey about two days every week. On the subject of radio, it may be said he has one of his own construction. He says that he gets California on his set, and has verified it on several occasions. As he has taken up printing, we are sure that he will print his way to success. Good luck, Tiny!', THE EPITOME CHARLES I. WISE-Technical Choc, Charley, NC. L, Chas Bronze Scholarship, 1g Class Nu- meral, 3, Camera, 2. Gaze, ladies and gentlemen, on the accom- panying complexion. The whiskers simply refuse to grow on Charley's face. Four other fellows cantt keep track of Choc's women. Those fellows are the rest of that exclusive club, The Sigma Delts. After UC. I. is finished weighing a mean pound of boloney at the crystal Palace, he either pro- ceeds to the Rat Race, where he meets his ladies, or he drubs the ivories for the Lon- downtown serenaders. He won a bronze scholarship and decided that it was not en- tirely collegiate to have a better one, there- fore-oh, well fyou know the storyj. What- ever you do in Philadelphia, Whiskers, We know you will be a success, and they will be just as proud of you as we are. C. FRED YEAGER--General Scientific Fritz, Fred, Farmer Look, girls. Don't rush. Form in a single line. This is a reproduction of the youngest nian of the class. QHe is no professorj VVell, putting all jokes aside, Fred', is an all-around good fellow. NVe have heard that he expects to be a farmer. He is going to Philadelphia College of Pharmacy. We won- der what important business Fred has to transact on North Eleventh Street, it must be very important, as he is there about seven times a week. About once a week Fred', steps in the assembly and starts tickling the ivories. Oh, Music, where thy tongue! Well, Fred,', we wish you all the success at college. ROBERT F. YEAGER-General Scientific uBobn Class Foot Ball, 4. Company, halt! Behold, ladies and gentle- men, one of the Loonies of the 'Citizens' Military Training School at Camp Meade. Bob is one of the many fellows from Reading High who have attained this rank after many months of training. He is always the center of disturbance in the vicinity of room 107, in the company of Tubby and Smitty, Bob is somewhat of a sheik, and can always be heard talking about Evelyn, Helen or Suz. His woman-draw- ing qualities are in his wonderful hair. Bob is really a good fellow, and after leaving school he intends to enter a well-known school of pharmacy, where he hopes to learn something of the drug business. Goodbye, Bob, and good luck! 111 fc Q. -',f ' I f,....,a UU E 5 Oi ii --79: x 4:-,.1, -1 is-gi:-L.. X +I ,:::-:it ,. :I-' ,cm K . THE EPITOME ...., .J 5': ' N -'-F1 sie gv. ,., -a. .., .- .3 a s HOWARD B. ZIEGLER-Latin Scientific uzigxr uziggieu Gold Barg Treasurer of Class, 3, 4, French Play, Rosalie, Zelos, 3, 44 Operetta, 4g Class Gift Committeeq Thespians, 2, 3, 4, Treasurer of Red and Black, Student Council, 2, 4. Why, of course, this is Antony-that great singer in that greatest of operettas. Howard, we fear, will some day become a great singer. CBut not until he learns to sing.j He can keep the keys of a piano in motion without much eHort. For two years our philosopher has taken charge of the pecuniary end of our class. So if any money has escaped, we shall know where to look for it. 'tZiggie is a sputterer of one of the romance languages, as was shown in the French Play, Rosalie Truly, Howard has been a noble supporter of his school during the past four years, and he deserves much credit. He expects to go to F. and M. and study for the ministry. Pax vobiscum. SEYMOUR ZIFF-Latin Scientific Zipf, 'iStudious Zelos, 3, 4g Class Foot Ball, lg Camera Club, 2, Debating Team, 3, 43 National Oratorical Contest, 4. Bang! Zip! VVheeee! Don't be frightened, ladies, it's only our quietC?j little Ziff. For the last six years t'Zipf has been the terror of the teachers of Reading High, and it was only the thought that he might some day graduate that kept many of them from com- mitting suicide. t'Say-a-Lot is a shark with the wimmun and is to be seen wherever there's a jazz band. His favorite tune is, f'Kin I Lend Yer Notebook? Studious was a prominentC?J member of the Zelos, and he admits that it was through the effort of that society that he became such a famous speaker Chis most frequent speech, VVhen do we eat? j. Ziff is a fine fellow, and we are sure he will be a success, if he goes straight. n 'N if ia SE: ri! W 1 Lfarralanreatv Svrmnn REV. GUSTAV R. POETTER, Pastor St. Mark's Reformed Church Sunhag, dum 13th, at 1H.45 A. ill. SPIRITUAL GROWTH John 5:17- My Father worketh even until now, and I work. It is a mistake to think that the creation was finished long ago. Modern science confirms the teaching of Jesus that God is ever working in the midst of the processes of creation. Lazy people necessarily are uncomfortable in this world ever in the making. VVe cannot escape the truth that we are forever sur- rounded by an infinite and eternal energy. VVhy do we feel the breezes on the mountain top? VVhy do we still feel a mysterious energy on the beach of the ocean? Vlfhy everywhere is there motion which we cannot ignore? Simply because God is at work in such physical energy. And this is equally true of revelation. Indeed, it is erroneous to teach that the only revelation is that which we find in our Bible. Not only to Moses and to John has God spoken, but to all mankind from the dawn of human history. He has never left Himself without witness. To be sure, Jesus is the highest type of incarnation. There is none like Him. Yet our incar- nation is the process by which we are to climb to the heights of grandeur with Him. Yes, we are conscious of the physical energies around us, and rightly so: but of greater significance it is to know whether we are equally conscious of the spiritual energies which are within us. If we shall think a moment, there are three factors in the spiritual processes of mankind which help us to understand that the Father worketh even until now, and that .lesus worketh with Him. The first factor we find in the prophets. They are God's spokesmen. They echo the moods and passions of their day, and they are the agents of revelation. Wfe may differ from a prophet, we may resent his demandsg but, mark you, his voice marks an era in human progress. And such a man must be prepared to make his revelation. Godls thoughts have found their way into his mind. Nothing comes by accident. And we may say that all dis- coverers are prophets. Columbus. Galileo, Kelvin are prophets in the fields of science: Moses, Isaiah, Paul, Augustine. Zwingli, Luther, VVesley are prohpets in the field of righteousness. Every voice bears us a little further onward. Nature does not take leaps, either in material or spiritual affairs, but nature is forever moving forward. And we know, too, that what a prophet proclaims in one age is frequently cap- tured by legalists and becomes crystalized in another age. And then what does God do? He allows another prophet to come and to break the crystalization, and rightly so for the progress of the world. Moses taught in the law, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth. And this law of Moses was a long step forward in improv- ing the law which he met in his day, when it was custom to knock out two eyes of another who had knocked out one. And then jesus came, centuries later, and said: 'Ye have heard that it was said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth, but I say unto you, Resist not him that is evil, but whosoever smiteth thee on the right cheek, turn to him the other also. Here is the Christian principle of non- resistance. VVhat are we doing with it? We still lean heavily toward the law of Moses in our supposed Christian civilization. The early Christians sought to maintain the principle of Jesus. George Fox emphasized it and the Society of Friends are its witnesses. Tolstoi made some daring attempts in it. Gandhi is suffering because of his adherence to it, though not a Christian. This illustration is one of numerous instances in the Bible to show the process of moral and spiritual development under the prophet's guidance. This service of the prophet to mankind is of inestimable value for improvement ever of the world of human beings. 50 THE EPITOMPL Next we observe that reconciliation is another factor or element in the spiritual processes which confront us as spiritual beings. Wliat do we mean by reconciliation? Its three-fold meaning is expressed in the recognition of God in the affairs of the world, the recognition of God in the relations between us and our fellows, and the recognition of God in the coming kingdom. God is here. God is not an absentee God. It has always been difficult to recognize God as con- tinually present with us. We may think of Him when in Church services or when under some religious influence, but we too frequently lose sight of Him in the common duties of life. In other instances He is an absentee God all the time- somewhere far, far away. The history of Christianity has not helped us to a better understanding of an ever present God, whether we look at it from the Roman Catholic or Protestant point of view. Mr. Bryce has shown us that the pagan Roman Empire was transformed into the Holy, Roman Empire when Ceasar became Pope, with prefects and sub- prefects as archbishops and bishops and a long line of dependencies. The system remained essentially the same-absolute imperialism. The Pope was the vicar and representative of God. That is an error, for God does not need representa- tion. God is here. He has always been here, and He always will be here. Protestantism, in the sixteenth century, went back to the Bible, and made the Bible a kind of constitution of God, leaving Him still enthroned somewhere far away in the universe. Protestants rested their case on an infallible Bible as Roman Catholics had rested theirs on an infallible Church. The issue was clearly de- fined, but God was still an absentee. And then came Biblical criticism, which weakened the infallibility of the Bible, as Protestantism had weakened the infallibility of the Church. To many it looked as though the very foundations of the faith had been attacked-the Bible from the Protestant point of view and the Church from the Roman Catholic point of view-but the founda- tions of the faith were as unmovable as ever. These foundations are more im- pregnable than either the Bible or the Church. The Bible is an essential witness, as is also the faith of the Church. The fact was that the notion of an absentee God was being attacked from two angles in order to bring mankind to the reality of God in us. The prophet's function has ever been to call us to this spiritual realization. Finally, we add penitence as a spiritual force to the realization of the spiritual energy within us. VVhat shall we say of penitence? First it must be defined as a moral necessity and sincerity, and, second, it must be recognized as an integral part of faith. Two hindrances to penitence meet all of us. The hrst is hypocrisy. That is the most common sin in human experience. One of its expressions is to regard our privileges as merits and not as responsibilities. To illustrate: Sup- pose you are well born, or well educated, or a holder of wealth. If you think that as a merit and therefore think yourself better than others from whom you isolate yourself, instead of regarding it as a responsibility and therefore as an obligation to the less fortunate, yours is a case of sheer hypocrisy. It was this that jesus denounced more severely than any other sin.The second hindrance to penitence is accepting a mild form of Christianity, which is the common condition of this age. Christianity of these times, whether Roman Catholic or Protestant, does not stand for what jesus stood for in His time. It is a kind of colorless thing, character- ized more by its denominational label than by the heroism of Jesus. It has much to say about theology, but traditional Christian theology has lost its prestige. Christianity's position on great ethical questions is not sure. Cn these problems some Christians are on one side and some on the other, or there may be a general, apathy toward the whole controversy. And, therefore, the real prophet hesitates not to warn us against these hindrances to penitence, and bids us to banish them from our lives, and in deep penitence to become reconciled to God who is ever in us. For It is God who worketh in you both to will and to do of His good pleasure. 5' MEI COMMENCEMENT PROGRAM Wednesday, June 16th, 1q26, at q lvl. RAJAI-I THEATRE Order of Exercises Boys' High School Orchestra, S. Powell Middleton, Director OVERTURE- American Fantasie .......,,..,............ ......,....... H erbert MARCH- Soldiers' Chorusu from Faust ,,,,.,.........w.w............ Gounnd PRAYER ............,.,....,...................,,....,.,...... T1112 REV. CARI. H. GRAMM, D. D. CHORUS, Welcome, Pretty Primrose ..................., ......,........... P insuti Class of 1926 June SALUTATORY- The Redman-The Ward of Our Nation MARIAN J. MOYER Class of 1926 June, High School for Girls SELECTION- Cradle Song ....,,.............................,...................,...... Neszfera SALUTATORY- The Golden Room ,.............. THOMAS BARNETT Class of 1926 june, High School for Boys SELECTION-Ballet Music from Rosamunde ............... Schubert ADDRESS-- Yard Sticks . ........................................ DR. JOHN T. FAR1s Editor Presbyterian Board of Christian Education, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania SELECTION- Farandole from L'Arlesienne ..................... Bizet VALEDICTORY- Our Heritage from Ancient Rome ...... MAY CooK Class of 1926 june, High School for Girls SELECTION-Gavotte from Mignon ...................,...,............... Thomas VALEDICTORY-'The Battlefield of Business ........................ ..R. NIILTON POETTER 'H'H' iciQQQQ5ESIQQEUij'LiiiE ili'iQHisEHJS1 for Boys PRESENTATION OF DIPLOMAS ,....................,..,...., GEORGE BEGGS President Board of School Directors PRESENTATION OF MILFORD N. RITTER PRIZES CHORUS.- Come Where My Love Lies Dreaming ............ FOSl'e'r Class of 1926 June DOXOLOGY BENIZDICTION ,,,,,,.,...,,.,.......,.,,,.,.... THE REV. CARL H. GRAMM, D. D. MARCH- Sound Off i.... ..........................,...............................,.................. S Uma 52 THE EPITOME VALEDHCTORY Wlfhe attllefiielldl of Business? R. MILTON POETTER Business! What is it? Business, as I see and feel it, today, is life. It is that force which constantly keeps us moving. VVill you pause with me a few mo- ments this morning to look upon this word business in a newer light? For our purpose it is necessary to incorporate in the term a larger idea to fit the times. Too long, I think, has business been judged merely from the economic stand- point, in terms of profit and loss, wages and dividends, employer and employee. In this ever changing world of ours we now look upon business as life. All our life's work is business. A mother, in rearing her child, is performing an im- portant mission. It is her business. and she does it as her husband labors in what- ever field he may be employed. This new conception of business is the product of a process of growth. Years ago the word was applied merely to various trades which men had to perform. Now the term has been extended to include any life work or activity. 'Through the ages men have ever been in quest of Hgures of speech, concrete conceptions, to express the abstract idea of life. Various similes and metaphors have been employed to advantage. Often we find life compared to a sea, upon which everyone is cast, bound for some port. Today we are setting sail. We are just leaving the shore. Whither are we bound? VVhat of the voyage, of the destination? Again, Life is but a dream. Here, with the idealist, we seek realities. Then, too, Life is like a road. VVe have our ups and downs, our good roads and poor roads. Often we will reach the cross-roads, crises in our lives. NVhich way are we going to take and who is to lead us? Let us ever choose the right road at all times. Life may be a sea, a dream, a road. It may also be a battlefield, a battlefield of business. Is not this, our battlefield of business, indeed, a striking and unusual one. Battles have come and gone. There was the battle of Yorktown in the Revolu- tionary VV'ar, the battle of Gettysburg in the Civil War, and in our late world C011- flict, the struggle of Relleau Woods. Yet these conflicts lasted but for a few days at most. Our battle is a continual one. It will endure while life lasts. We must not give up, because it is to be an everlasting struggle. It is to be our life's work, a realization which should induce us to struggle on, to succeed. Now, from a philosophical standpoint, is our conception true, or is it like some of the mere theory that certain over-zealous and hyper-optimistic schools of philosophy teach? Some persons maintain that our life is a mere playground. These are extremists. XVe should not expect life to be merely one enjoyable event after another. Neither your life nor mine is to be entirely a bed of roses. VVe shall be forced to meet stern realities upon our battlefield of business. We must not be deceived, we must maintain this sensible philosophy and always hope for the best, and work and fight for it. In facing facts as they exist, we have our battlefield made a reality. In our struggle we shall be thrown amidst whom we do not know, but there is going to be a clash of opinions. Each of us must remain faithful to the ideal that our school helped to set for us. Only in this way can character or personality be formed. The mention of battlefield brings to our mind the concept of a soldier, per- haps a soldier of the recent war. First, from amidst thousands, he is chosen for service. Then he is sent to some camp for a brief interval of training in military THE EPITOME 53 affairs. Later he is rushed to the other side. There again he is given further instruction, and in due time his turn comes. He is sent to the battlefield. He is found at the front, waiting for his chance to meet the enemy. While he is lurking in the trenches and sees before him no- man's-land and the barbed wire, in fact, all the many entanglements, his mind is set ablaze, is picturing all sorts of outcomes and results when he is to have his chance. Gverhead he hears the thunder of bursting shells. But some of these shells do not explode. These duds set him to thinking and make him anxious to get the thing over with. Finally comes his crisis, the zero,' hour. It is now time for him to take his turn on the battlefield. He is all afire, his nerves are all a-tingle 5 he is excited. Then the charge is made, and he goes over the top to do his bit whether it result in glory or in death. These same factors apply to us on our battlefield of life. Already we have passed through the stages of being chosen for and having received our training. We are now to enter the arena of conflict, where our continual struggle is to take place. We shall be compelled to face the bursting shells of adversity. There will be entaglements. The zero hour will come. There will be the crucial moment. How shall we fare in this battle of life? NVhat are the qualities of a successful soldier in life's struggle? He must possess industry, fidelity to the truth, adaptability, resourcefulness and discrimina- tion. These are the traits of character which have made men successful in the past. They will fashion the degree of success which we shall enjoy. Edison, through his continual efforts and unfailing activity, has accomplished things which he set out to do. Steinmetz, though impaired by a great physical handicap, wrought other marvels in the field of science. All of us must be perse- vering and industrious if we hope to realize our ambition. Then, too, we must always, remain faithful to the cause to which we have dedicated ourselves. We must have courage to plan to do a thing and then do it. We must know that we are right and then go ahead. Columbus cherished a great ideal. Fidelity to that hope made him the discoverer of a new continent. Though the battle seemed almost lost, he urged his men to victory. Another factor in the equipment of a successful soldier is resourcefulness, tact. He must ever be ready to act quickly and act wisely. Look at the char- acter of Benjamin Franklin as an exemplification of this trait. When a person was needed to represent Colonial affairs in France, who was selected? The modest Quaker, Franklin, a practical and tactful business man. Look for a mo- ment at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. See the indecision, the confusion. Now there arises the gray-haired patriot, pleading for a wise handling of affairs. Franklin's solution, an appeal to the God of Light, is a classic example of the man's wisdom. ' Today we stand on the edge of this battlefield of life. Soon we shall receive our commission for the conflict. The days of our camp life are ended. W' e have been prepared. Let us go forth to conquer, determined that each of us for himself and for humanity shall find a way or make one. Ladies and Gentlemen: Upon me now devolves the duty of voicing our farewell. ' Parents and Friends: But for your sacrifices for, and interest in us, we should not be standing here before you today. We appreciate your every effort. We thank you. Farewell! To the Superintendent of Schools, the Assistant Superintendent, and the Board of Directors: To you, for your concern in our behalf and for the excellent service which you are rendering the cause of education in our immediate vicinity, we are truly grateful. You, too, have helped to make possible our being here today. We thank you. Farewell! 54, THE EPITOME To the Principal, the Vice-Principal, the Class Adviser, and Members of the Faculty of the High School for Boys: You have ever kept before us the realities of life for which we have been preparing. You have been unsparing in your efforts to gird us for the fray. Ere we go forth to the battle for those ideals which you held before us, we grasp your hands and thank you. We say, Farewell! To the Members of the Class of 1926 June: When Duty whispers low, 'Thou must,' The youth replies, 'I can.' Duty has spoken to each one of us. A clarion call has summoned us to service. I.et us, with our faces toward the dawn, go forth to battle, to victory. I.et us, in this day, fight a good fight for those high ideals which old Reading High has held before us. The zero hour is here. Let us go over the top to victory. Farewell! SAILUTATOJRY M'The Golden Roomm' THOMAS BARNETT Ladies and Gentlemen: Speaking for the Iiaculty and the Class of 1926 June of the High School for Boys, I bid you a most hearty welcome to these, our Commencement Exercises. When the name of Robert Louis Stevenson is mentioned, one usually thinks of Saint Gaudens' conception of the man as displayed on a mural bronze in St. Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh. There is the author, pallid, wan, consumptive, reclining on his couch and penning delightful poems for children, verses that bear to the world the wonders of the Land of the Counterpane. Then there is that other Stevenson, author of exciting tales for boys, creator of Old John Silver, the Admiral Benbow, and the stockade on the island. Rarely, however, do students think of Stevenson as an essayist, author of Virginibus Puerisquef' or as a philosopher. Yet it is in the latter role that I would have you regard him today. Stevenson is sitting perhaps amid the tropical grandeur of his home in the South Seas. He is contemplative and philosophical. He is thinking of a certain character, concerning whom he makes this observation: His life from without may seem but a crude mound of mud, there will be, however, some golden room in which he dwells delighted. Upon this truth as a basis, Agnes Turnbull, in the current issue of a repre- sentative magazine, has built up a wonderfully gripping father and son story. When Joe Crawley was a mere lad, his mother died, leaving her son to the care of his grandparents, who did not understand him. joe was unlike the other boys of the village: he was frail, shy and easily imposed upon. He loved to roam about, drinking in the natural glories of field and wood. He had the soul of an artist. Time came when he felt the urge to write poetry. He found an outlet for his feeling in beautiful words. But he was afraid of being criticised, so he jealously guarded his newly found delight. Poetry became for Joe the golden room into which he could withdraw when untoward circumstances threatened to overwhelm him. Circumstances, indeed, were unkind to Crawley. judged by outward appear- ances, his life truly bore all the drab resemblances of a mud house. Wfhen he was a boy, his playmates mocked him and beat him. He was too impractical to THE EPITOME 55 succeed well at a trade. Later, his wife was unsynipathetic and unkind. Finally, even his children seemed to despise him. But there was his poetry, the golden room into which Joe was privileged to steal for a few minutes of real joy after the drudgery of each day. Then there was joe's son, a lad who seemed to have inherited his father's characteristics. Like his father, the boy was sullen, morose and even stubborn. He was obstinate to the extent of being expelled from school. Only when he had caiuse to rebuke his son did the father find that the lad, too, was a creative artist: that the boyfs life also contained its golden room, poetry. Only when father and son understood each other were they able to share their joys, their golden room. Now,.I would not have you think that Stevenson was merely a dreamer, a theorist when he spoke. His truism applies not only to poets, but to humanity as a whole. Every life knows its mud house, it should also possess its golden room. . NVhat do I mean by mud house? The term as Stevenson uses it suggests those unpleasant elements in our environment which we can only partially condi- tion or perhaps those conditions over which we have no positive control. Stated briefly, mud houses are the thorns in life, the thorns that must go with the roses. But sad indeed is the person whose life is merely a briar patch. Mud houses! Examine for a moment Stevensonls career. His mud house was disease, which drove him over the world in quest of health. Out of a mud house of blindness the disconsolate voice of Milton murmurs: Doth God exact day-labor, light denied ? Helen Keller's mud house shuts her from a world of colors, sounds and speech. Edison's ears are deaf to some of the beautiful tones he has helped to recreate for humanity. Thus far we have dealt with merely the physical. Mud houses take other forms. Mary Lamb and VVilliam Cowper fought against insanity. The early lives of Edmund Spenser and Dr. Johnson knew a struggle against poverty. Shakespeare's art was scorned to such an extent that he was forced to lament: In disgrace with fortune and men's eyes, I all alone beweep my outcast state And trouble heaven with my bootless cries. T he experience is common with humanity. We, my classmates, in our own lives need not expect otherwise. Adverses will come. The cold winds of mis- fortune will chill us. The world will frown. Experience will often seem a cruel taskmaster. But-and here is the optimistic phrase of my subject-remember the golden room. If the individual so wills, the mud house may have a place of pleasant sanctuary. Stevenson found his golden room in the happy associations with friends and booksg Milton penned an immortal epic, Shakespeare had his artg Edison has his laboratory. But what of you and me? Has our High School career furnished for each of us a golden room? Did High School teach you to enjoy good books, to com- mune with the great minds of the ages? Did you learn how to relax in pleasant play in track, diamond, or court? Did science open up to you fields for interest and discovery, did it help to interpret for you the wonders of the world in which you live? Did Music share with you her joys in orchestra, band, or glee club? Did you participate in the arts of expression or argumentation? These oppor- tunities your school held out to you. Did you benefit by them? Tell me how you spend your leisure hours, and I will tell you what you are. The worthy use of leisure is a nation's problem. You will soon choose a vocation. NVhat of your avocation? Have you cultivated a worthy hobby, a pastime which will strengthen you for your working hours, and which will, like Moses' branch at Marah, make the bitter waters of life sweet? Your avocation will be your pass-key to your golden room. 56 THE EPITOME Slketeh oil ..lIollm To ll-Tariisg our Commencement Speaker It, indeed, is a great opportunity and privilege to have a man of extensive education, Wide experience and great achievements deliver the Commencement Address. Mr. john T. Faris is a noted author, editor and clergyman. The place that Mr. Faris occupies is of national repute. To gain such a position one must have preparation, one must be a hard worker, one must have ability. Mr. Faris is a graduate of Princeton University, with the A. B. degree. He is also a graduate of McCormick Theological Seminary of Chicago. With this background or preparation, Mr. Faris was ready for a career of public service. One of Mr. Faris' early occupations was being local editor and business man- ager of The Talk, Annapolis, Indiana. Later he became business manager of The Occidentf' San Francisco. About that time he was ordained a Presbyterian minister and devoted himself largely to that sacred and holy profession. It was not long before he became the pastor in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, and after that the pastor of Markham Memorial Church of St. Louis, besides ministering in various Sunday School publications and Sunday School Committees, namely, 'fThe S. S. Times, Philadelphia, Presbyterian Board of Publication and US. S. Work, International S. S. Lesson Committee, International S. S. Executive Committeeg World L. L. Association and Council of Evangelical Denominations. Mr. Faris ranks high as an author. He published many books of both re- ligious, historical and travel nature. Some of his books are: The Sunday School and the Pastor, Romance of the English Bible, Reapers of His Har- vest, The Mother Heartf' The Christian According to St. Paul, Romance of Old Philadelphia, Makers of Our History, Seeing the Far West, Seeing the Sunny South, Seeing the Eastern States, and many others. THE EPITOME 57 Class Day Program SELECTION ..... .............................................A.. B oys' High School Orchestra Wilford Reist, Concert Meister, '26 june ADDRESS OF WELCOME ......,,,,.........., ........v...,... H OVVARD C, FRANTZ President Class of 1926 june CLASS HISTORY ,............... .......... ,..,......r....,..w...,.,........ r..,,,,........ D A v 'ID HEsToN BROADCAST BY ' 26 JUNE QUARTET ........rr..,.......,,.....,.,,,,...... TED PRICE HBILLU BURKHART BOB YEAGER EGG FREEHAFER Accompanist, '4FRED YEAGER CLASS PROPHECY I............,..........,................................... ALBERT READINGER PLAY .................i......i...i,..........,L................w.,...,....w.w...,............., It Pays to Advertise , ROI COOPER MEGRUE AND VVALTER HACKETT QBy special arrangement with Samuel Frenchj CAST OF CHARACTERS Mary Grayson ............,,,.,........,...........,.,...,.............................,...,..,.,....... Alfred Rogers Johnson ........,,................,........,..........,.,..........w..,,,,...,l............,...,.....,........... Robert Mattern Comtesse de Beaurien ........,.,.. .w.r......,Y. F rederick Bertolet Rodney Martin ...................,., .,,.,...... F 2. Geier Freehafer Cyrus Martin ....,............,..wl ..........,.......... D avid O'Neil Ambrose Peale ...w,,,,r.,,. .4........... E arl Rickenbach Marie ....,.,............... .......i ,..,...,.,.....,...... H o Ward Boyer William Smith ..,,.i,.. ,....L,..... . R. Milton Poetter Miss Burke ......,,o.,..w.,.... ...,.l.,,.....,Y.....,......, I ames Loose Ellery Clark ,.................,,....w ..,.....,,.... N Villiam Burkhart Donald McChesney ,........,.. ..............,....,.,...,. oi..,....,.,,.. H O ward Frantz Charles Bronson .......l........,.,,,,....,............ ................ ..,ow ....v..........,.. I o h n Reinsel ACT I SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS ................., MR. JOHN H. EISENIIAUER Principal of Boys' High School ACT II RED AND BLACK AXVARDS .....,...v........,w. MR. ROBERT F. ARNOI.D Staff Faculty Advisor ACT III CLASS SONG ..........,.., ..................,......................,........... C lass of 1926 June SELECTION .... ........ ...........,........ B O ys' High School Orchestra Class History ' DAVID D. HEsToN I was chosen by the Class of '26 June to inscribe in the annals of Old Reading High the history and accomplishments Of our fair class. I am, therefore, very proud to record the events of our stormy and successful career to you, as follows: In the fall of the year of 1922 we entered into our High School career as Freshmen and chose as our faculty advisor Mr. Ford. On account of our large 58 THE EPITOME number and strength, we easily defeated the mischievous Sophomores in the annual class fight. Consequently we were allowed to choose our own colors. The class, under John Rothenberger, who was our hrst president, chose the colors maroon and gray. The remainder of our first year was spent in selecting watch fobs, numerals and the various athletic managers. Our first year in athletics was only the forerunner to the much stronger teams which represented the class later on. john Rothenberger was again elected president of the class for our Sophomore year. This year there was no class scrap, due to the installation of the new junior High School system, which eliminated the Freshman classes. During this year we improved quite a bit in athletics, giving the upper classmen quite a fight for supremacy in each of the four major sports. Earl Rickenbach was elected to pilot us through our Junior year, which was probably our most successful year in athletics. To begin with, we won the foot ball championship of the school by defeating the strong '25 Feb. team in a close contest. During the basket ball season we were runner-up for the trophy. In the spring we won the Annual Track and Field Meet at George Field. During this year we also selected our class rings and pins. At this time we were forced to part with our most able faculty adviser, Mr. Ford, who left us to take the position of Prin- cipal of the Southwest Junior High School. As a token of our appreciation of his worthy efforts, in behalf of our class, we presented him with a handsome gold school seal. Mr. Dech was then elected as our class adviser for the rest of our High School course. At the end of our Junior year we elected twelve members to the staff of the RED AND BLACK, which included Milton Poetter as editor-in-chief. In the fall of 1925, with Howard Frantz as president, we settled down to assume the duties as seniors. In the beginning of our last year we again won the foot ball championship of the school. In the various varsity teams, we are proud to claim many members of our class. In foot ball we were represented by Captain Charles Schaeffer, I,eVan Smith, Fred Perella, Oscar MacIntosh, john Adams, john Stein, John I-Iawman and David Heston. In basket ball we claim LeVan Smith, Henry Thomas, John Adams, Claude Hangen, Tedl' Price and John I-Iawman. On the swimming team we have Louis Heller, John Rothenberger, Albert Readinger, George Ribble, Wallace Miller, Earl Breneman and David Heston. On the track team we have Howard Boyer, Robert Mattern, Harry Miller, Richard Koch, Claude Hangen and David Heston. On the base ball team we are represented by Edward Schmauder, Henry Thomas, LeVan Smith, Au- gustus Drexler and George Hain. We not only rank with the best in athletic ability, but also stand among the highest in scholarship that the school has ever turned out. Under Brookman Painter, as president, the Philos made a creditable showing for the past year. Howard Frantz was elected president of the Student Council, and made some good improvements. On the debating teams we have E. Geier Freehafer, Howard Frantz, Arthur Bechtel, Seymour Ziff, Alfred Rogers, john McLoed and Louis Heller. We made huge successes in both our dances, the Frolic and the Prom, and each one was well attended. XVe also selected this motto, Viam Inveniemus Aut Faciemus CW:-: Shall Find a VVay or Make Gnej. What could better fit the deeds of our class than the above motto. We could not find a way in High School, so we therefore made one, and I have just finished telling you how we made our way. THE EPITOME Presidentgs Address of Welcome By HOWARD C. FRANTZ O It is, indeed, a great pleasure for me, as the representative of the graduating class, to welcome you to these our class day exercises. We are exceptionally anxious to greet you tonight, because we know that it is the first opportunity many of you have had to visit the school that gave us our first real awakening and start in life. It has always been the earnest desire of the class of 1926 june to accomplish those things that would raise the standard of old Reading High. We have achieved many of these results, yet we know only too well that our successes would have been impossible but for the untiring efforts of our faculty. It is through the friend- ship and patience of these men that we are here before you tonight ready to show our worth-to show our worth not by digniiied deeds of sadness, but by deeds of mirth and fraternity. Tonight marks the end of our High School career. During our four years in this school we have made the best friends and the pleasantest associations that we may ever make, and to gather tonight perhaps for the last time means more to us than some of you realize. Tomorrow is commencement, when many of us will commence life in a greater degree for ourselves. Some of us will learn trades, some of us will enter business, and others will enroll in college to receive training for some profession. But no matter what field we enter, we are sure to derive benefits from High School Training. The most important thing we received during these four years was not merely the matter of fact material in our lessons, it was a quality for true friendship and a broader outlook in life. Wie of the class of 1926 June feel that we can look back with pride upon our High School career. We feel that we tried to do our very best in every way to honor our school. Neither the athletes nor the students produced in our class ever faltered at an opportunity to keep aloft the standard of our Alma Mater. There is much, both concealed and evident, that is the result of our labors, but the real test will come in time when we hope to give a worth-while showing. Tonight is one of fun, for it must be in keeping with the spirit of class day. We do not wish to show you that we are sad. VVe again take pleasure in welcoming you tonight to enjoy a good time with our class, and we thank you all, mothers, dads, rela- tives and friends, for the interest you have shown in us. 60 THE EPITOME Class Propheey By ALBERT S. READINGER My Dear Audience : ' A great honor has been bestowed upon me this evening, namely, to predict the future of the members of the class. I sincerely hope you will receive this prophecy in the spirit in wihich it was Written, jollity, as the whole program turns to that stage of emotion. In order to make it realistic, let us imagine ourselves in the City of Reading twenty-five years from now. Howard Frantz, our president, is now mayor and fights daily wtih his four councilmen, Freddy Bertolet, Dick Koch, Hjimmyl' Rheinhart and Art Hessinger. Frantz is a Republican and Bertolet a Democrat, and they argue so much as to where they should place the new City Hall that the other three council- men are quite willing to put it down on Canal Street just to stop the argument. Wilbur Lefller has become a musician and every day thousands listen to him. He grinds an organ, and, instead of a monkey, Harry Seltzer collects the pennies. Harry always was up to some monkey business. Wilford Reist is also in the music game and leads Reist's Rhythmatic Riot Band of Rosedale, which now fur- nishes the music at the Rajah Theatre, where Francis Leisman and Bob Light are leading meng that is, they have charge of the ushers. W George Shindel runs an Acrobatic School for the weak-minded on Penn Street and specializes in teaching the St. Vitus dance. His assistants, Fat Wink and Bob Yeager, do toe dances for exhibition. VVill Burkhart, who is quite a poet, visited Shindel's school one day and was so everwhelmed by the grace of Winkis dancing that he wrote a heart-rending selection called Ode to Grand- pa's Red Flannelsf' Mario Bernardini and Cal Humbert have a large tonsorial parlor with lady barbers, and their advertising manager, Burt Jones, booms up the business by walking around with a sign on his back. Quite a few of our class seem to be actors. Bob Maurer and Russ Meinholz are acting, and are known for their quick getaways after their perform- ances. Walking up Penn Street, we come upon Kauffman Sz Heston's Haber- dashery, where they sell anything from Reading's products to imported Scotch. Izzy Singer and Max Bloom are chief clerks, and a hard team to beat. fit Adams and Dave O'Neil are preachers, and after Adams preaches his sermon, Ways of the VVorld, in the morning, O'Neil follows him up in the even- ing with Eluding the Devil. They are drawing record crowds. Acting as choir-master at the church, we find Howard Zeigler, who, with his mixed quartet of three men, is achieving great fame. John Neihart, Carl Gring and Dan Burky comprise the quartet, which, by the way, was recently honored by being allowed to broadcast from Station WRAW. THE EPITOME 61 Harry Miller and john McLeod are strangely connected in business. Miller has a bakery shop, and every time he sells some buns to a customer he hands him one of McLeod's name cards. McLeod is a painless dentist. Brookman Painter and Howie Boyer are still in college. It's miraculous how those two can keep from getting kicked out. VVhen someone asks Painter whether he is still going to college, he says, UO, deah, nog I go to Haavadf' Juke Anderton and Alivicious Vath are Hyweights in the professional ring and pull fake fights, Vath letting Juke knock him out. Anderton claims it's great fun. So does Vath. At the Reading High School we find John Douros and Francis Conway try- ing to teach chemistry. Douros mixed a new kind of tooth paste one day-a kind that would make teeth white and keep them white. He gave it to Conway to try, and now Conway has pure white teeth-they're also false. Sam Kozloff and Dick Abraham are pawnbrokers and get along second- rate. They buy a lot of their products from Harold Sallada and Elmer Smith, who are running a fast moving junk business. Sallada drives the wagon, while Smith collects the junk. Harry Merkel owns a cigar store and gives Eddie Schmauder free cigars, provided he smokes them in front of his door. Merkel says it saves the price of a wooden Indian. Sad to relate, Fred Hoffer and Walt Finch are residing in that venerable brownstone mansion near Eleventh and Penn because they cheated in a marble tournament. Fred Perella is a fireman. This is just a disguise, however, for with his two-gallon l'lI'61113.11,S hat he smuggles pre-war stuff into Warren Dresher's Orientale Garden, where they have dancing until 9 o'clock, a terribly wild place. The music is furnished by Dave Dickinsonls Orientale Antiques, and John Delp, who had a marvelous blowing power in his High School days, blows the trumpet in the orchestra. The Trailer Sleuth Company, headed by Bob Mattern, has been after Dickinson for sometime for disturbing the peace. Mattern, it seems, learned the art of trailing while running on our cross-country team. Spence', Smith is happily married and lives on a farm. He raises his chil- dren and chickens, and has quite a Hock of them, too. Earl Rickenbach is at present running an extensive campaign for the presi- dency of the anti-Liquor League. His henchmen, Theodore johnson and Carl Snyder, are fast roping in the public with a fragrant brand of five-cent cigars and a smooth line of fiction. Running in competition with him is Dick Beyerle, who is now a strict adherent to Volstead's law. Of great interest to us is the new Roller Skating Club originated by Allen Ritter, the only requirements for entrance being the ability to skate. Claude Glase recently made a noble attempt to enter the club, but was found too duck-toed to pass the requirements. According to all predictions, Ted Price has become a minister. VVhile performing the marriage rites of Red Ribble's wedding, someone started whist- ling Charleston Blues and the wedding broke up in a contest between Ribble and Price. Ribble and f'Wally!' Miller have gone into the boot and shoe business, and they're real good shoemakers. They claim they're going to stick to the last. 62 THE EPITOME Joseph Philip Turner, jr., is still experimenting. He never seems satisfied. At present he is trying to dope out a way to eat bananas without first removing the skins, because he wants to save the Quija Islanders a lot of trouble. Under- taker Earl Breneman is keeping his eyes on Turner, he's sure he can't eat many more banana skins and survive. Jimmy Loose is one of Breneman's ap- prentices, and Breneman has just taught him the art of inducing a prospect to take a drink of embalming fluid, My, what an eye for business! The little antique shop at Fifth and Vlfalnut Streets is owned by Walt Mason and Bob Hawman. Since it is the only place where genuine antiques can be bought, the business is so rushing that they can hardly make them fast enough. While most of the class seem happy and well disposed, a few are not. Willis Sassaman and Karl Schaeffer attempted to pull a 'fMutt and Ieffi' show in the Pictureland, and, as a result. are spending a few weeks at the Reading Hospital. They have lots of Company, however, as Hen Thomas' Tennis Team is also there. Ralph Snyder and 'fjohnnyn Stout are convinced that pop bottles are not made of paper. Geier Freehafer and Art Bechtel turned out to be carpenters. Freehafer did so much sawing on his bass violin at High School that he couldn't resist becoming a carpenter. Bechtel was no mean scraper himself. Harlan Althouse is married and makes a good housewife. He doesn't believe that a woman should do such vulgar things as peel potatoes, so he does it himself. A wonderful example for the rest of us. 5 Hip Anderton and Grant Bechtel are touring Africa as salesmen. They are selling overcoats and galoshes, and, according to their last letter, they expect business to improve as soon as it gets cold. Out in Hollywood our class is represented by two of its well-known sheiks, Scott Herr and Amos Rinker. In the play in which they are acting, written by Thomas Barnett, novelist, Herr rushes up to the gang of thugs and slays them all, thereby saving a fair lady. Then, as Scott is joyfully marrying her, Sheik Rinker rushes in-but don't miss the picture, it's a reel thriller. At last Bi1l!' Brown got the position he wanted for a long time-a job with nothing to do and lots of it. He, with the aid of Quentin Weidner, keeps the people from crowding in the Penny Arcade at Carsonia. Floyd Rosenthal is also there, guessing people's weight. He learned to guess so beautifully while trans- lating Latin in High School. VVillard Leh and Conrad Falter are veterinarians. Their main object, how- ever, is to collect different species of fleas for Louie Heller, great flea specialist. Heller intends to collect the whole flea family and present them to his wife for a birthday present. Gus Drexler is the proud captain of a croquet team. Fish Hearing and Claude Hangen also play on the team, and at times they have some terribly rough games. The two greatest travelers in the class are Stanley Bibbus and john Boussum. They travel many miles each day, but always get back to the same place, because they are only conductors on a trolley car. THE EPITOME 63 Poor Johnny Bair! I-le always looks downcast. Ever since he became a dentist he's been looking down in the mouth. After studying pharmacy for ten years, Johnny Adams has at last become a farmer and is doing nobly. He is trying to raise salted peanuts. Miles Ocksrider and Charley VVise are in the moving business. Charley takes after his last name and grabs the piano stool when a piano is to be moved. 'flolinnyi' Martin and Alf Rogers are very prominent civil engineers in llphrata. Their latest great achievement was the construction of a stone step in front of Rogers' home. We are sure that Seymour Ziff and Fat'l Smith are the best business men in the class, however, because they have a sale planned for every week in the year for their clothing store, and have even decided how to collect the fire insurance at the end of the year. - Harold Reifsnyder and Oscar Mclntosh are now called the :'Pied Pipers because of the great number of children who follow their ice cream wagon. They are a great menace to Jimmy Lindenmuth's business, as jimmy has an ice cream parlor, and he swears he'll poison their horse if they donyt keep out of his neighborhood. Sure enough! One of our brilliant classmates has become a mathematician. 'Tis Sheldon Frankhouser himself. He helped Johnny Rothenberger,who is a track-walker, to figure out his income tax, and, according to Frankhouser's figures, the government owed johnny 5.31. Norman Kaplan is announcing trains at the Reading Depot. Fred Yeager is there also, and says that he'll.be chief clerk as soon as about forty more em- ployees die. As salesmen, Willie Spatz and Bob Kline are pursuing a great and noble purpose. Their great work consists of inducing the opium smokers in Chinatown to try Camels. Harold Blumberg admits hels a good lawyer. In his last case he succeeded in having his client imprisoned, which goes to prove that he's good. Philip Crystal, his client, refused to pay the two cents he borrowed from Burt Jones in High School, and, as a result, was given ten days. Adam Nowotarski, Ed Pettit and George Hain have gone to sea. They had the poor luck, however, to get on a bum vessel. At least, they call it a tramp steamer. And now, to end this tale of woe, we come to Mutt Poetter, our class valedictorian, who has reached the highest rung of success. He sells peanuts at the Pagoda. And may I say that I hope none of you are disappointed in your future positions, for this prophecy, which was revealed by the Fates, is absolutely true. I thank you. FOOT BALL TEAM THE EPITOME 65 Foot alll Coach, GEORGE SNELL Assistant Coach, DANA GRIFFEN Student Manager, MILTON SXTULTZ C aptain, CHARLES SCIIAEFFER LEVAN SMITH VVARREN HESS VVILLIAM LEAS XIQVU-LIMLLESHER FRANK SCHEID EDGAR REINIIOLD OBERT. UTH FREDERICK PERELLA RALPII RISSMILLER DAVID HESTON A S H DONALD FIELDS LBERT TARK JOHN ANVMAN EARNEST ARTZ JOIIN STEIN ROBERT FRIEDMAN SAMUEL BERTOLET VVILLIAM GERIXIIAN THOMAS TVIAIER Reading High had one of its worst seasons in years, but the team was not wholly to blame for this. It seemed to play in hard luck all year. Taking the ball from one end of the field to the Other only to lose it by a fumble or some other bad break in the shadow of the goal. There were no outstanding stars, with the possible exception of Captain Ding,' Schaeffer and Levan Smith, the only two men left from last year's team. Ding Schaeffer was re-elected captain, so it can easily be seen he was well liked and an inspiring leader. VVe lose very few men by graduation, and, with the help of the school, we are sure Ding will give us a winning team next fall. Summary Reading High 65 Hazleton High, 20. Reading High, og Shenandoah High, 19. Reading High, Og Pottsville, IO Reading High og Stevens T. S., 18. Reading High og Lebanon High, 12. Reading High og Allentown High, 18. Reading High og Steelton High, 63. Reading High, Og Norristown High, 34. Reading High, 6g Lebanon High, 27. Reading High, 22g St. Gabriel High, 6. RESERVES At the start of the season there was not a single veteran of previous years on the reserve squadg in fact, all of the boys were Sophomores and had no previous foot ball experience. From this material Coach Griffin developed a good fighting team, which lost to only one team, a team that should have played the first team. A study of the Reserves' record brings forth some remarkable facts. The high spots are the holding of the Seminoles to a O-0 score fthe Seminoles are the city champions in the semi-professional classj, the holding of Porter Vocational High School first team to a IQ-O score Qljorter held Shenandoah High School, champions of the Coal Regions, to a 6-O score at Shenandoahj, and the 0-O score of the Lebanon Reserves at Lebanon. After the first Porter game, Lease, Maier and Lesher were promoted to the first team and played regularly the remainder of the season. Adams also played on the first team in the last game of the season. Record: VValnut A. C. O, Reserves 65 Seminole A. C. O, Reserves og Lebanon Reserves O, Reserves og Windsor A. C. O, Reserves I5g Porter V. H. S. 19, Reserves og Porter V. H. S. 58, Reserves og Lebanon Reserves 0, Reserves 0. Lineup at the end of season: R. E., Wenrichg R. T., Esterlyg R. G., Demaro, CLiesmanj g C., Reeser or Hess, L. G., Rohrbach, QKatzj 3 L. T., Hullingerg L. E., Schmucher, fOBrien, Zieberjg B., Carabellog H. B., Adams, Abele, Hagang F. B., McIntosh. BASKET BALL TEAM VVILBUR STAILEY, Center THE EPITOME 67 Varsity asket ailil Cil-IORGE A. SNELI., Coach VVILLIAM H. SIIERKER, Faculty Manager CiEORGE CLAMM ICR, LLERMAN BEIIRLE, fiEORGE GRAEFF, Student Managers Members of the Team CHARLES HEARINCE, Captain, Guard SAMUEL GOODMAN, Forward VVILLIAM COOMRS, Forward HAROI.D PEIFFER, Forward HENRY THOMAS, Forward ARMAND HENNE, Center LEVAN SMITH, Guard DANIEL TRUPP, Guard HOWARD LEWIS, Guard Results of the Season Reading High School St. Gabriel's H. S., 18. Reading High School Lansford H. S., I6. Reading High School Gettysburg H. S., 19. Reading High School Vifashington Eastern H. S., 26. Reading High School Lebanon H. S., Io. Reading High School Williamsport H. S., 18. Reading High School Harrisburg Tech H. S., 25. Reading High School Vlfillianisport H. S., 32, Reading High School Lock Haven H. S., 26. Reading High School, South Phila. H. S., 20. Reading High School, Sunbury H. S., 33. Reading High School, Steelton H. S., 32. Reading High School, Gettysburg H. S., 13. Reading High School, Lock Haven H. S., 16. Reading High School Harrisburg Tech H. S., 34. Reading High School York H. S., 34. Reading High School lVashington Business H. S., 23. Reading High School Lancaster H. S., 28. Reading High School Norristown H. S., 27. Reading High School Steelton H. S., 21. Reading High School Sunbury H. S., 32. Reading High School, Lebanon H. S., 28. Reading High School Norristown H. S., 39. Reading High School Lancaster H. S., 32. Reading High' School York H. S., Io. Reading High School. Perkasie H. S., 17. Reading High School Mahanoy City H. S., 25. Reading High School Nanticoke H. S., 45. Points scored: Reading High School, 1,0985 opponents, 679. Won, 233 Lost, 5. Review Under the direction of Coach Snell, the Varsity Basket Ball Team enjoyed another remarkable season. Piling up 23 victories out of 28 starts against some of the best teams of this section, the Red and Black quintette fought its way into the finals of the sectional championship, losing to Nanticoke H. S. One of the fea- tures of Reading High records is the two victories gained over Harrisburg Tech. With a number of this year's team returning to school neat season, makes a great showing for another good season, and under the leadership of Captain-elect Samuel Goodman. TEAM BASE B THE EPITOME 69 ase all GEORGE A. SNELL, Coach VVILLIAM H. SHERKER, Faculty Manager GEORGE CLAMMER, CHARLES VVYNNE, Student Managers VVILLIALI COOMBS, 3b., Capt. CHARLES HEARING, p. HENRY THOMAS, p. ARMAND HENNE, p. EDWARD SCH MAUDER, 1b. Reading Reading Reading Reading Reading Reading Reading Reading Reading Reading Reading Reading High High High High High High High High High High High High Members of the Team School School School School School School School School School School School School, Y MALCOLM FOX, 2b. SAMUEL GOODMAN, ss. GEORGE HAIN, lf. CHARES SCHAEEFER, cf. FREDERICK PERELLA, rf. LEVAN SMITH, c. Games 16 6 26 I3 I II 6 2 II o 3 5 Kutztown State Normal, 3. Norristown High School, 9. Lebanon High School, 2. Bethlehem High School, 5. Easton High School, 5. Pottstown High School, 8. Hill Sc'hool, 3. Bethlehem High School, I. Pottstown High School, I. Easton High School, 2.6 Harrisburg Tech H. S., 4. Lebanon High School, 2. Review Under the leadership of Captain Bill Coombs, the Reading High School base ball team had a most successful season. The team had worked up a good infield, which helped greatly in their victories. One of the greatest factors was the fielding and hitting of William Coombs, star third sacker. But the greatest of all was the superb pitching of Hen Thomas. He also led his colleagues in batting. The team next year will be formed from a source of green material due to graduation. TEAM CK TRA THE EPITOME 71 Track 7 WV. GEHRET KLETNSPEHN, Track Coach ' JAMES RICK, 3RD, ,27 F., Captain HOWARD BOYER, '26 J., Manager RUSSELL C. BOYLES, Field Coach HORACE HEILMAN, '27 J., Asst. Manager The Reading High track team made a good Showing the past season, especi- ally in the Penn relays. Even though beaten in the Triangular meet with Norris- town and Bethlehem On account of poor facilities for practice, their Season as a whole was very good. The team's Strength increased with each Succeeding meet. The held events, though very weak at the beginning Of the Season, was one Of the strong points at the end. Though many of the track men are Of the graduating class, the team for next year looks very promising. Much new material is being trained for the coming Seasons. The team follows : SAMUEL BERTOLET, '27 J. LEE BLYLER, '28 J. HOWARD BOYER, '26 J. JOSEPH DALY, '28 J. JAMES GILDER, '27 F. FRANK DEANKIN, '29 F. CLAUDE HANOEN, '26 J. NVARREN HESS, '27 DAVID HESTON, '26 J. MARSHALL HUEY, '27 F. MORRIS HULLINGER, '28 F. JOHN KIRST, '28 F. RICHARD KOCH, '26 J. VVILLIAM LEASE, '28 F. ROBERT MATTERN, '26 J. HARRY MILLER, '26 J. EDGAR REINHOLD, '28 J. JAMES RICK, SRD, '27 ,I RALPIT RISSMILLER, '28 F. VVALDEMAR SCHAIZFFER, '27 F. JOHN SCHMUCKER, '28 J. LAVERN SMITH, '29 F. ALBERT STARK, '28 J. MEREDITH THOMPSON, '27 F. JOHN TYSON, '28 J. JOSEPH ZIEBER, '27 J. April 9-Inter-class Championship won by y27 Feb. April I7-NorriStOwn-Bethlehem-Reading Trangular Meet, third. April 24-Penn Relays, third in mile relay, first in medley relay. May I-Scranton Relays, Second in two-mile relay, fourth in One-mile relay. May 8-Pentathlon, won by Gilder, y27 Feb. May II-Schuylkill Frosh, 505 R. H. S., 31. May 15-P. I. A. A. Inter-Scholastic at Muhlenberg College. May I8fHill School Juniors, 45g R. H. S., 63. May 22--F. and M. Academy Inter-Scholastics, II points. May Reading High Inter-Scholastics, 20 IX3 points, third highest team . ?9 pO1nt scoring. May 31-Dickinson Inter-SchOlasticS, third highest team point Scoring. June 5-Norristown High Inter-Scholastics, ISM points. li. 72 THE EPITOME 0 0 Swnnrntrruinng JAMES E. GILDER, '27 Feb., Captain JACK DAVIS, Coach JOHN E. HUGITES, 27. Feb., Student Man. NORMAN BRILLIIART, Faculty Zblanager Team LOUIS HELLER, '26 June JAMES E. GILDER, '27 Feb. DAVID HESTON, '26 June GEORGE RIBBLE, '26 June WALLACE B. MILLER, '26 June ALBERT READINGER, '26 June EARL BRENNEMAN, '26 June JOHN T. BATR, JR., '26 June PHILIP WHITMAN, '27 June JOIIN F. ROTIIENBERGER, '26 June For the first time in three years Reading High had a Swimming team. Mr. Brillhart and Jack Davis, of Springfield Physical Educational School, coached the fellows. The first meet of the season was against Allentown High School at Reading. This team was of excellent calibre. Reading High decisively beat the Allentown swimmers. Coatesville High School won the second meet of the season. Their two inter- scholastic champions virtually won the meet. In the third meet, return with Allentown, Reading High was again defeated. Captain Gilder showed his ability as a leader as well as a swimmer. He swam on the relay team, he won several places in the backstroke event, and competed in the 50-yard event. Louis Heller swam the hundred yard event and the backstroke. George Ribble swam on the relay team, the hundred and two twenty. Ribble won many places in the two latter events. Wallace Miller did excellent work in the breast stroke events, with Earl Brenneman as a mate in the same event. Whitman swam the two hundred and twenty yard events. Rothenberger swam on the relay team and helped that team to win consistently. John Bair, also a versatile man, swam on the relay team, the fifty and hundred yard events. The divers were David Heston and Albert Readinger, who did excellent work in their events. Boost for next year. THE EPITOME 73 Reserve asket all Team HAROLD ZEHNFR, Capt., '26 F., Guard NORMAN TJANGEN, '28 F., Center FRED LABE, '27 J., Forward DONALD FIELDS, '26 F., Guard PAUL DIETRICH, '27 J., Forward JorIN ADAMS, '26 J., Guard DAVID ZIMIIERMAN, '27 F., Guard FRANK SCIIEID, '26 F., Forward TED PRICE, '26 J., Center TTARRISON VVICKEL, '29 F., Forward RUSSELL TVTENGLE, '28 F., Guard JoIIN HAWMAN, '26 J., Center GEORGE STARK, '26 F., Forward EMERSON CHAPIN, '27 J., Forward CLAUDE HANGEN, '26 J., Center JOHN ESTERLY, '27 J., Guard The Reserve basket ball team kept pace with the Varsity all season long. A remarkable record of 24 wins out of 25 Starts was established by our Scrubs Among the victories will be found triumphs over Reserve teams from other schools in the Central League and the strongest Berks County H. S. teams. The team record of 38 points per game scoring average against an I8 point average for the opponents speaks well for the Strength of the Reserves. The point per game average on the offense is especially fine considering the number of short games and the numerous substitutions. In only one game during the entire schedule did the same team that began the game remain in play for the entire con- test. Sometimes as many as I5 different players appeared in one game. The Reserves were coached by Mr. Sherker. Results of Reading High School Reserve Basket Ball Games 51 Reserves, 39, Sinking Spring H. S., 9. Reserves, g Oley H. S., 31. Reserves, 53g Sinking Spring H. S., 7. Reserves, 35g Kutztown H. S., 21. Reserves, 375 Keystone Junior Varsity, 21. Reserves, 44, 'Harrisburg Tech. Res., 22. Reserves, 29g Lebanon Reserves, 18. Reserves, 31, Birdsboro H. S., 26. Reserves, 285 Flying Five, 27. Reserves, 513 Keystone N. Jr. Varsity, 8. Reserves, 213 Harrisburg Tech Res., 14. Reserves, 36, Sunbury H. S. Reserves, 11. Reserves, 395 Sliillington H. S., 22. Reserves, 10, Lebanon H. S., Reserves, 22. Reserves, 27, Birdsboro H. S., 17. Reserves, 33g Norristown H. S. Res., 6. Reserves, 434 Fleetwood H. S., 20. Reserves, 30, Oley H. S., 26. Reserves, 56g Hamburg H. S., 14. Reserves, 32g Shillington H. S., 21. Reserves, 373 Sunbury Reserves, 13. Reserves, 42, Ontelaunee H. S., 23. Reserves, 351 Fleetwood H. S., 19. Reserves, 51, Norristown H. S. Res., 15. Reserves, 513 Humrnelstown H. S., 17. Total points scored: Reserves, 9415 average pe age per game, 18. 1. game, 38. Opponents, 4505 aver SCHOOL ORCHESTRA, 1926 THE EPITOME 75 Qrelhesitra Our school Orchestra can certainly be proud Of its record during this past Semester. A very successfully rendered program given at the Southern Junior High School, a week's engagement at the State Theatre, a participation in the Music VVeek program at the Rajah Theatre, and the Commencement programs are the big things which we have accomplislhed through a great deal Of hard work. This statement that we have worked hard is proven by the fact that 41 Orchestra men have played Our musical numbers with a decided improvement in the way Of precision. This is to be expected from professional Orchestras, but for Orclhestras Of the High School class this is not common. Thus, in Obtaining this precision, we feel that we have something really accomplished and that we have established for the Orchestra an enviable reputation. Tlhrough graduation the orchestra will lose five of its best members, thereby opening a gap that will have to be filled by the lower classmen. A growing in- terest On the part of the student body will fill these gaps and render the orchestra even better, so that the prospects Of a better orchestra are becoming brighter as time advances. Finally, the graduating members Of 1926 June bid the best musical Organiza- tion of the school a final farewell and their 'hearty wishes for a better orchestra and band in the future. Let'S take a final roll call for the year. PONVELL MIDDLETON, Conductor E. GEIER FREEHAFER, Reporter CHARLES EGGERT, Librarian VVILFORD REIST, Concert Meister First Violins- Second Violins- Clarinet- ALBERT READINGER VVILMER MAURER CHARLES EGGERT NORMAN HANGEN HAROLD CTRUBER DONALD FRANCISCUS MITCHELL ARTERS CARL SEIDEL CARL KLINE PHILIP VVITMAN IXRTHUR BECHTEL LUTHER RINGLER LEONARD DEGLER MEREDITH THOMPSON IARTHUR GULDIN HARLAN ALTHOUSE H. BURKHART LLEWELLYN NVILLIAMS C Saxophone- JOITN LEVAN Triiinpet- STEVVART VVITMAN PAUL SHENK HENRY FLICKINGER Flute-- SEAL CHAMBERS PRESTON BEIL Piano- LIiROY E. SNYDER TIIEODORE TEMPLETON LUKE HEATH THOMAS CURRY Bassd SCHUBERT KELLER E. GEIER FREEHAFER E Safafhone- FRED COX , . RUSSELL HUYETT HARRY FLAT T1'QP'm R ROBERT MCKINNEY Tmmbouep- OBERT EIDER CLARENCE REICHWEIN EUGENE ESHELMAN Tyaps... JOHN D. CORBIT HENRY IRWIN W'ILLIAM TSENBERG 76 THE EPITOME Qperetita One Of,OL1f...IIlOSt successful operatic productions was featured in the audi- torium on the night of April 23d. The hall was thronged with enthusiastic spectators, who enjoyed the play to the fullest extent, as displayed by the over- whelming bursts of applause that swept the assembly. The principals taking part in the production rendered their selections in the best possible fashion, with plenty of volume, clearness and purity of tone. Their whole-hearted participation in a class of production strange to many of their ex- periences, discloses the fact of strenuous effort applied. Mitch Arters, as Cleopatra, was quite a sensation because of his Happer superfluities and soprano voice. Williana Burkhart, who had volunteered to take the double character of the ghost and as William, was, unfortunately detained by illness, and, as a result, was replaced by Arthur Bechtel, who, having but two days in which to practice for his roles, displayed remarkable enthusiasm. Assisting in the important parts, H. Ziegler, as Anthony, with his two mates, Pompey and Caesar, respectively Gendall and G. Freehafer, proved their innate ability in the art of love making. To bring out more vividly the lively action of the play, a sympathetic chorus of accomplished artists intervened between solos with its sonorous ditties and rhythmic steps. Because of the splendid manner in which the operetta was enacted, the players unanimously favored the presentation of the play in the Southern Junior High, which would enable the players to exhibit their powers to a greater extent. The repetition was received with equal enthusiasm on the night of Saturday, May 22. THE EPITOME 77 The Debating Team '1'he Debating Team of Reading High has just completed an unusually successful season, obtaining frequent victories throughout the year, Under the splendid tutelage of Coach Eugene ll. VVhitman, the team achieved fame and reputation which adds to the prestige of Reading High. The Debating Team is composed of boys not only excelling in oratorical ability, but also in scholastic linesg therefore it is a body to be extremely en- couraged. Handicapped at the opening of the season by inexperienced candidates, Mr. VVhitman has now developed a team worthy of meeting any high school. Attaining six victories out of ten debates is not a record to be scorned, especially when taking into con- sideration the novelty of debating in Reading High, the youthfulness of the debaters and the strength of more sagacious opponents. Debating in Reading High is but in its crea- tion and for numerous reasons should be given more attention, since it is a scholastic background in itself for future professional careers. Not only were the activities of the debaters confined to debating, but also to oratory, wherein Seymour Ziff, a skilled debater, won the right to represent Reading High in the National Oratorical Contest, a nation-wide rivalry. Although he was eliminated at the district contest, the doubtful decision was received not only unsatisfactorily by Reading High, but also by the audience, who greatly appreciated his ability. The outstanding performances of the Debating Team were the winning of the Ursinus League Pennant, which league is organized for dual debating teams in Eastern Pennsyl- vania. Reading High had as associate contestants Norristown High, Allentown High and Easton High, which is a worthy aggregation to beat. Another predominant feature of the season was the decisive beating Reading High handed to Hazleton High in the triangular meet. This was the first time in the history of Reading High debating that our team triumphed over Hazleton, which has a debating club bearing the envious reputation of being not only impregnable, but invincible. Those boys who represented our school in debating circles are: Sydney Abels, Wilson Austin, Arthur Bechtel, Howard Frantz, Geier Freehafer, Russell Huyett, Judson Kenny, James Rick, 3rd, and Seymour Ziff. Record for the Year 1926 i Jan. 6, 1926-'Reading High 3g Easton High, 0. Reading High, Og Easton High, 3. Feb. 17-Reading High, 15 Lancaster High, 2. Reading High, 33 Lancaster High, 0. March 26-Reading High, 2g Norristown High, 1. Reading High, 53 Norristown High, 4. April 16-Reading High, 25 Allentown High, 1. Reading High, 35 Allentown High, 6. May 12-Reading High, 15 Harrisburg High, 2. Reading High, 25 Hazleton High, 1. '78 THE EPITOME Phillomathean Literary Society BRGOKMAN R. PAINTICR, President TTIOVVARD BOYER, Vice-Presifdent HOWARD C. FRANTZ, Treasmfer FREDERICK BERTOLET, Secretary IXRTHUR l3icCH'1'ic1,, ,Property Alan During the past semester the Philomathean Literary Society. under the cap- able leadership of our president, Brookman Painter, and the excellent guidance of our faculty advisor, Mr. Smythe, has successfully conducted a varied series of programs. These have included the commercial, technical, literary and religious phases of life, given in the form of debates, extemporaneous speeches, talks or prepared orations. Much of this success was due to the courageous efforts of our officers. They have endeavored to strengthen the society in membership and quality. Although the society was not as large as it might have been, each member took an active interest in its work. Generally speaking, the speakers prepared their talks with great care and delivered them in an interesting manner. Only on a fevv occasions were those members absent who were scheduled to appear on the program. Mr. Smythe, our faculty advisor, gave many valuable suggestions and aided the officers in making their decisions. Much of his time was spent in attending the meetings of the society and properly supervising them. . Credit should also be given to the various committees, which have all accom- plished their particular Work equally well. The Philo members of the Class of 1926 June Wish the society unlimited success in the future, and hope that it will grow to be a greater institution than it is at present. THE EPITOME 79 Zelosogobie Literary Soeiety Arriuio Roczicks, P1'USTlZiI'l'If ,lonx l-ll'C2lIIi5, lift? l,l't'.N'ldP1'1f and Sccwfary TFFD l'Riclc4, 7i7'6'tI.YLl7'F7' .Xt the close of another successful year. the Zelos are losing some of their most active members. In spite of the reduced membership the past season, there has been great progress made by the society. Its leaders and its hardest workers have been active in our numerous debates and oratorical contests. They have shown great speaking ability and are bound for even greater success as orators. They have won honors for our school and have strengthened its reputation for good public speakers. The achievements of our society reflect on the ardent work of its active members and the untiring efforts of our faculty advisor, Mr. Wliit- man. He has instilled into our members something of his own spirit, ambition and ability. The Zelosophic Literary Society, with its systematically arranged programs, has trained many in the arts of speaking. Every semester it is cus- tomary for us to send out a call for new members. However, we seek only those who are willing to co-operate with the other members in upholding the standards of the society and those who will work enthusiastically to reach the goal attained by many of our graduates in the past. We wish to congratulate and thank our graduating members for their continued interest and achievements in this society. The best wishes for continued success are extended to you by your brother Zelos. 80 THE EPITOME Camera Club ALLl4IN KLOPP, President XVILLIAM BALL, Vice-President IJAVID O,NlEIL, Treasurer MARIO BIZRNARDINI, Secretary HARRY MILLER, Reporter VVell, fellows, the Camera Club has completed another successful term. Our membership is not very large, but the fellows that come around are all wide awake and take an active part in the clubis activities. XVe have at lastx succeeded in getting a case in the hall, and from time to time many interesting pictures can be seen there. Cn Sunday, June 6, the Camera Club took a hike over Neversink Mountain. Everybody that was along had a very good time. Many pictures were taken, some of which may be seen in the case in the hall. . The Camera Club, as usual, took many of the pictures for the Epitome. Among these are the Zelos, Philos, Debaters and the club itself. Although the graduating class will decrease the number enrolled, the incoming class will, no doubt, make up for this. Donlt forget, fellows, we have our meetings every Monday morning in room 307, and everybody is invited, especially the lower classmen. In closing, We Want to say that the Camera Club Wishes success to the mem- bers of the Class of '26 june. THE RPITOME 81 O Tlhespnans hlouN I'lElLMAN, President FRED IQAUFFMAN, Vice-Pwsrideziit Tian PRICE, Treasmfer IXRTHUR ERICKSON, SL'L'1'6ZllZ7'j' ROBERT HERSITEY, Chaplain VVith the close of another season at hand, we have cause to look back and observe the progress made by our dramatic society since its organization in the spring of 19244. At the time when our club came into existence there was no other organization of its kind in the school, and today it stands as an example of the earnest and untiring eHorts of its members and faculty advisors. Mr. Fendell sponsored its organization, and, after a small group of students started it, he helped to inaugurate its successful career. Its pur- pose has always been to develop the talents of its members to as high a degree as possible. It has acted as a school of elocution, and has produced some very line actors. Although this society is young, its members have presented four plays, all of which were thoroughly enjoyed by large audiences. The first president to take up the reins of the Thespians was Stanley VVarkoczewski. The fall of 1924 found Morris VVerner at the helm with Mr. Dech as faculty advisor. The older members will remember the great strides taken under VVerner's leadership. Blaine Diefenderfer, one of our hardest and most enthusiastic workers, led the society to even greater achievements in the spring of 1925. Under his reign we presented our first public performance, which scored a hit and firmly established the Thespians as an active and deserving organization of the school. During the past year we were fortunate in having as our president Johnny Heil- man. All who know Johnny realize that the society could not possibly have a more capable leader, The weekly Thespian program is always bound to please. These programs are ar- ranged with a view to gaining a knowledge of all phases of dramatic art. We take this opportunity to wish success to our graduating members, many of whom were among the charter members of the club. Thanks to their unfailing efforts, we are able to look forward to even greater achievements and continued success. THE EPITOME AUTUGRAIPHS AUTUGRAIPHS 841 Class Statistics ot 926 June FAVORITE STUDIES Botany Astrology FAVORITE FRUIT Peaches FAVORITE TEACHER Mrs. Wagner FAVORITE SPORT Holding Hands CPokerj TALLEST C. ,Snyder , Al. Vath SMALLEST E. Adams S. Smith MOST COLLEGIATE F. Kauffman A. Rinker THINK THEY A E. Pettit R. Meinholz SLEEPIEST VV. Leffler D. Heston FATTEST IV. Spatz A. Rogers THINNEST C. NVink J. Neihart MOST MODEST R. Beyerle H. Seltzer BEST ORATORS H. Boyer S. Ziif UKELELE IKES L. Heller T. Price H. Blumberg RE THE EPITOME FUNNIEST HAIR CUT LADIES' MAN H. Frantz E. Schmauder CLASS SHEIKS IV. Scott Herr E. Breneman C. Glase EGO A. Rogers T. Barnett CLASS PETS Mr. Shultz's Turtle Geier Freehafer BRIGHTEST DUMB D. Dickinson F. Rosenthal BIGGEST BLUFFS S. Ziff J. Douros TRAFFIC COP F. Perella SWEETEST VOICE I. Singer LIGHT-HEADS VV. Miller Al. Vath BLONDES R. Meinholz J. Delp NOSIEST F. Bertolet NOISIEST Ditto H. Miller BRICK-TOPS A. Bechtel G. Ribble BEST ARTIST VV. Burkhart -BELLS F. Leisman S. Frankhouser EFFEMINATE VVe're All I-lard C D G. Shindel P. Turner CUTEST B. Painter O. Mclntosh MOST PROFANE H. Althouse MOST DIGNIFIED E. Rickenbach F. Hoffer H. Reifsnycler MARRIED MEN G. Ribble J. Bair VVOULD-BE MARRIED MAN IV. Miller VIOLIN SCRAPERS VV. Reist A. Bechtel CLOSELY VVATCHED H. Ziegler QClass and R and B. Treas.j SCHOOL GIRL COMPLEXION J. Rothenberger HIEROGLYPHICISTS CSHORTHANDJ S. Kozloff D. Moyer ll-IHUMUIR Signs seen on the back of Fords: Nash Canf' Oil by Myselff' Sick Cylinders. Four Wheels, All Tired. Fierce Arrow, VVith a Quiver. Just See What 312.60 XVill Do. Struggle Buggyf' Little Bo-Creep. Dis-Squealsi' G- -lf -I Can You Answer These? VVhcre can a man buy a cap for his knee? Or'a key for a lock of his hair? Or can his eyes be an academy because there are pupils there? In the crown of his head what gems are found, and who travels the bridge of his nose? Does the calf of his leg become hungry at times and devour the corn on his toes? Can the crook of his elbow be sent to jail? Where's the shade from the palm of his hands? How does he sharpen his shoulder blades? I'm hanged if I understand! 'K' -X' 'X' ' F. Leisman-What the deuce is a metaphor? Bob Light-To keep cows in, stupid. I- 'I' I' 'gJohnny Delp Con way to hotelj- They have some lovely mushrooms here. VVhat do you say we get some? Gloria-No, don't botherywe can use the parlor when we get home. -I -l- -I- Max Bloom-How would you define ford? P. Crystal-In the old days a ford was a place you try to cross the river, but nowadays it is every place you try to cross the street. I' -l i Alivicious Vath-Although I am a dramatist, I really can write humor. Mr. ArnoldwThat's right. I read some of your humor. ll' lf 'I' Ed Pettit+What part of a speech is a kiss? Connie Falter-A conjunction. Johnny Martin-Is this the 241th or the 25th? Carl Gring-The 25th. Why? J. M.--I have papers of both dates here and I wanted to know which was today's. 'I' I' -I Wally Miller-You are the sunshine of my soul, driving away the murky clouds of despair. You will always reign in my heart. My love for you will never grow cold. Will you- Stelleta B.-Say, what is this-a pro- posal or a weather report? 'K' I' 4 Estelle-I went to dinner with Dave the other night. H. Blumberg-Well, what happened? Estelle-Oh, the fool told me to wring the napkin for the waiter. 'K' 'K' 'I F. Rosenthal-What's all the noise down there? S. Zii-Fella turned a corner. F. R.-Well? S. Z.-There wasn't any corner. -I I I Mr. Fink-Name a relative pronoun that carries its antecedent with it? 'tVVillie McIntosh-What? Mr. Fink--Correct. -I ll' l' Fred Perella-Let's try an experi- ment, George. George Zerbe-What is it? Fred W-You swallow this mercuric bi- chloride and I'll watch the reaction. I 'I' I' An Episode Red Ribble Qsettled snugly on the sofa with Milliej-Millie, something has been bothering me for a long time. I have a question I want to ask you. Will you-er-er Qnoise at the doorj? Millie Cat doorj-No, you're at the wrong house. COn soft again.j Go on, George. Red -As I was saying, I wanted to ask this question for a long time. Er- will you-Ctelephone ringsj. Millie-Yes, m-other, I put the canary out and fed the cat. Goodbye. COn sofa once more.D Hurry, George Red -Er-yes-will you-er-go to the Senior Prom with me? 86 THE Dave Dickinson-Mother, I don't he- lieve they really do make sausage out of little doggies. Mrs. Dickinson-I'm very glad you feel that way, David Dave -Yes, mother, I hit Toto's ear before dinner and it d0esn't taste at all like this. 'lv X -X- Harry Miller and C. Hangen Cpassing some girls in a machinej Harry--My, they didn't even smile to me. C. Hangen-No wonderg they didn't see your face. I 'I 'I' VValt Mason-'Whatever became of that police dog you had? WVillard Leh--He killed himself. VV. Mason-Really? IV. Leh-Yesg tried to catch a horseiiy on the small of his back and miscalcu- lated. Bit himself in two. I I' I Howie', Frantz-But your sign says, First class hair cuts, cents and here you're trying to charge me half a back. Tony -Yes, I knowg but you haven't got first class hair. 'K' -X- 'X Tom Barnett-How are you feeling this morning? Fred Bertolet--Terrible, thanks. Tom -VVhat seems to be the matter? Fredl'-I had such bad dreams last night. Couldn't sleep a wink. 'X' 'I' K- Fred Yeager-Hello, you a Frosh? Johnny Hughes--No, this is my fifth year. Fred +VVhat's the matter-taking a P. G.? Johnny -No, taking my time. 'K' 'I' 'X- Mr. .Stout-Son. now that you're through school, do you think you can stand alone? J0hnny,'-I surely can, father. How about twenty or so? 'I' 'X' it Alf Rogers-There's an Arizona rancher with all his teeth out. Floyd Rosenthal-I see-a two-gum man from the XVest. 'X' 'lf 'K Headline: Boy Truant Carried Razor. The little cut-up. Doctor Falls Down VVell. Serves him rightg he ought to let the well alone. EPITOME Come let me clutch thee. -Strangler Lewis. -IF 'X' 'IF -I6 -Jr -lr Mose -'Dat girl sho am some beauty. Sam'l-Yassah- she done retain her 3 night school girl complexion. 'X' 'X' 'I' Ted Johnson-You say Spence's voice is bringing him a fortune. I never knew he could sing. Johnny RothenhergerfI didn't say he could sing. He sells bologna at market. 'li' 'I' -X' Harry Merkel-By the way, what color hair has your girl? B. Mattern-Sorry, old chap, I don't know. I've been away for a week. 'X' -K- -li H. Sallada--Now they're claiming the earth is square. Dan Burky-No? Harold-'l'his paper says people are coming to the Sesqui from the four cor- ners of the earth. 'X' 'X' 'X' Dave Weidner-Down South you wouldn't see a white person doing the Chaleston. Anthony Vath-I don't see how any white person can do it. 'X' 'K' 'X- E. Smith-So you Charleston, too? Karl Schaeiiier-No, I was born knock- kneed. E. Brenemans-Did you ever hear of dead people coming to life again? Sabina Qhoredj-No, hut I wish they did. 'I' X' -X' Allen RittersCan I lend you five dollars? VValt Finch--Sure. Ritter-Wrong againg I can't either. 'X' 'X' 'K- H. Reifsnyder-Have you ever heard the story of the eyes? 'X' 'K' 'K- Mr. Smythe-VVhat were the various theories concerning the shape of the earth? 'iHip Anderton-Before the discovery of America, the earth was thought to be Hat. Columbus proved it was round. More recently the evidence has proved it to be crooked. THE EPITOME ST '-'36 n 95'-96'-i6'-'5Q'-Q6Fh96f'-i6'-'-'96'-95'H-66F-6SF-6i -'S6 Pk if .Q 1' ag rf: REAL ESTATE if . 3,5 J. E. FEHL E E2 if re 720 washington street :ig A5 we 1 N S U E A N C E . as if e5m99-.95m35wSsw99-.95n-.99-.Q5a69-.QQa65'.65n99 . Sprig Has Cub Jimmy,' Rheinhart Con the phonej- May I come over this evening? Florence-I hab a berry bad code. Jimmy -Well, let me come over and help to decipher it. 'X' 'K' 'K' Mim F.-Mother, may I go to the Senior Prom? MotherfYes, daughter. It is a very good experience to take in some of these slumming parties. 'X' it -16 Q. Weidner-Don't you take your suits to that cleaner any more? Spence Smith-No, they removed a spot from my clothes. Q. W.-Well, weren't they supposed to? Spence -Yes, but this was a ten-spot. -X' 'X' il' Convict Qas Bob Mattern passes con- vict patrol in his machinej-Take your time, buddy. Dave Heston Qin lllELClllI'lCDA-'1lll21tlS what you're doing. -lt -X- -K- Iialtue-It's time for you to go home, Jimmy, J. Edward Gi1derA-I,et's play I'm a lit- tle early for my date tomorrow night. Russ Meinholz4VVhy do the snow- flakes dance around so? Bob Maurer-They're practicing for the snowball. -X' -X' 'X- Brookman Painter-lVhy did you give up pipe organ lessons? Howie Zeigler-I felt so blooming foolish, playing with my feet. 'X' K' 'X- DiCk Kochv'Darn! I knocked it down again. I always made that in practice. Mr. BoyleseThen why can't you make it now? Dick -It's the strangest thingg I can't get over it. '15 'X' 'X' Jimmy Lindenmuth-VVaiter, this Coffee is sheer mud-take it away. Waiter--Sorry, sir, but it was only ground this morning. 'X' 'K 'K' Fredl' Hofferf-Let's shoot a game of pool. Dick Beyerle-No, I don't want to. HotTer4All right, then, I'll shoot myself. -X' -JP -li- Ad Nowotarski and Amos Rinker ob- serving a man in a barber shop getting a singe: Ad -VVhat's that man doing? Amos-he's hunting for 'em with a candle. 49 'K' -X- VVillie', Spatz--lVould you marry il man who lied to you? Peg F.--You don't think I want to be an old maid, do you? X- 'X' 'K' Fred Kauffman Con boatj-Captain, I'm getting so sea-sick I don't know what to do. Captain4Don't worry. You'll do it. 'X' 'ii -l' 6'Cal Humbert-Do you know Poe's Raven? VVarren Dx-esherfXVhat's he ravin' about? 46 'X' i VVilliam Burkhart Qin banquet halljf- VVaiter, I'm reporting the Zelosophical Literary Society's banquet. WVhere are they? VVaiterfOh, they'll be back. Som-eone just dropped a dime in the lobby. UlllllIIllllllIlllIllIlIIlllllllIIllIlIIllIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII 647 649 Penn St. IllIllllllIlllllllllllllllllllllllllKIIIIIIIIIIIIIII THE EPITOME IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIlIIIIIIllllIlllllIIIllIIIIIIIIllllltlllllmllIlllllIllllIIIIIlllllllllllllllllllllll lf L E will it 1 T' QS: Y L X X!! X I if tili- Young Fellows owadays especially High School Boys, are credited with being the smartest dressers in town. They, too, readily realize that the summer nd more changes in furnishings, months dema and we, therefore, call attention to the new SHIRTS, NECKWEAR, HOSIERY, AJAMAS, COLLARS, BELTS UNDERWEAR, P AND OTHER NEEDS that are now here for their inspection, and which comprise of the very latest ideas, quality, of course, consistent with our always moderate prices inside of Furnishings Department right the Penn Street entrance IllIIlIIIIllllIIIIIIIIlIIIIIIIIllllIIIIIIIIIllIIlllllllllllllllllllllillIIIIIIIlllllllllllllllllllllll IIIIIlIIIIIlllllllllllllllllllllll21 Reading, Penna lllllllllllllllllIllIlllIIllllllllllllllllllllllllln lamb ak as my HA T- EX CELS' ms ol 95150 A399 Oar 09235 0321 CO! 'Gag E 55: EE ZQ EL l Y-Q n 327 N-Q 'll-O n ne: N2 90 THE EPITOME glIllllllIIIIIllllllIIlllIIllllIIlIllIlllllllllllllllllllllllllIllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllIllllllllllIIIIillillllllllllllllllIlllllll llllllllllIIIIlllllllllllllllllllllllIllllllllllllIllllllllllllllllf rlll1l lrfl'lll l rf t rr - al l uam Broomse Made with care for Service E and Wear E M ' Manufacturers of following leading grades: HOUSE BROOMS l 41 X ' I z-. N r X l l l 1 Oualny Brovmf V dl lh C-:Nb Sdvv nd I0 lr suwnon anoom worms X if .. 5 5 lf! White Star Sterling 2 Victory Elk Z Liberty B. B. Special E 2 R u R -4 flnnr gy ggpezrir' Xl will ll! 9 ,ran f.12 A 2 ' fr5f?f 5f'ff f 1 ,Pl It 1553 all stir! A a 5 if mlb ff is llfirlf-5 VK G5 5 5 ,iffy ,. 'FIU Yfzffw 5' U 4 il 1 Y X i q ..... I.. Mill, Factory and Railroad MJ Ifilanhnn Zgrnnm mutha BLANDON, PENNA. IIIIIllIIlllllIllIlIlllllllllllllllllllllllllIlllllllllllllllllllllllllllIlllllllllllIllllllllIlllllllllllllllllllllllIlllIllllllllllllllllIIIIIIIIIIIIllllilllllllIlllllIIIIlllllllIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIE 1111 PITOM li Reputation EYOND our resources of actual capital, the most valuable asset We possess is a reputation for being attentive, courteous and accommodating. The READING NATIONAL BANK Designated Depository of the United States Government RESOURCES, Sl3,500,000.00 92 THE EPITOME Q-IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIllllIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIlllllllllIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIlllllllIIllIIIIIIllllllllIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIllllIIIIIIlllllllllllllllllllIIIIIIIIIIIIIIE KLINE, EPPIHIMER 85 CO. Penn Square, Reading, Pa. Fi E 25 The World's Best Music-Her Greatest Vocalists and Instrumentalists- 5 E Her Most Gifted Speakers Are Heard at Their Best Through the Medium of Marvelous New E - Orthophonic Victrola E Come In Any Time for a Free Demonstration KLINE, EPPIHIMERTSL co. 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E E I 4 ' 'Qi Just as we take pride in what you E 5 J ii , I f i 5 , ' s xi-sg - eg - achieve for the glory of Old Reading 5 E High and our City, so we are trying to E give you here a shop you can feel proud E E QE P of. We have always tried to make it a E - P friendly place, and we hope the long E E 1 cordial relations between our store and E 3 you fellows of Reading High may continue as strong as ever. 5 E Best wishes to the Seniors as they enter their after-school E 5 career and congratulations to them! They and their fellow E E upper classmates, the Class of February 1927, deserve every 5 2 praise for having had the grit to stick out the four years. Our 5 : best wishes, in like measure, to you younger classes. May you, E E too, have the honor of winning the coveted sheepskin that E E marks you as a graduate of Reading High. E PUMEQRUY5 E E 5 E ElllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllIlllllllllllllllllIIIIIlllllllllllllllllillllIIIlllllllllllllllllllllIIIIIIHIIIlllllllllillllllllllllllllllllllllIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIllllIIIllllllllllllllllllllllff 3 , THE EPITOME IIllllllllIllIIIIIlllIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIHIIIIIIIII ESCHEDOR STUDIOS Artistic Photography READING-HARRISB URG-POTTSVILLF NUM' Ilobbyf' Blaking Photographs for the Grad. THE E PITOM E 9 5 EIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIllllllllllllilIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIllllllllllllllillllIlIIIlIllIIIlllllllllllllllllllllllIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIE Berks County aw E OUFHH 5 Containing the Decisions of the Courts of E Berks County, and the Legal Notices and E E Advertisements of said County 5 LE Published Every Thursday E at 521 Court Street E E Reading, Pa. E E E E RANDOPH S'1'AUFi'ER, R. H. S., '98 5 - YVELLINGTON M. BERTOLET, R. H. 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A few pennies may be saved I' Se by shopping around, hut how much is E have you lost in wasted time and in as Nb purchasing foods of uncertain .,. Q quality. VW: offer the greatest 3 F variety assembled in one place. me ? Phone and delivery service, also. iz Sf Look us over. ae Pk QQ i I Pk .- .F Pk 56'-SGHQQHSS'-965365965'-96'-96'-9659?-96'-56'v96 - .LJA - fu 'nnnmsfsrznzsr' BROWN S Musxegno FINE PIANOS Q .i Z rmrrnmnosti . -f i '-3 vxcmomis, zum RECORDS , , w e 1 -.95-.99-.-25-.-66-.96-'-Sui'-6:1-is-. Cars At All Hours CHRYSLER THE EPITOME 99 as-.es-.se-.se-.ee-.ee--ee -as-.ee-emfr-ss--eenas--as-.-ee--as-is-is'-96'-f5 g5 ?5 g5 eS-'es--ge-Sli-as-Si RENT A CA Ii AND IJRIVE IT YOURSELF I xx X1 Yugi? S fa -..-..J:AfNA:kL FROM - HDRIVIU IT YUURSELFU 428 Court St., Reading BELL 6560 Open And Closed 2? 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I m Q I. w I Z 5' Ci: Q' so 3 L4 ' 3 pf O gg C- 55 pi E 0 if 4 2 PF C-T A9 W Pk an g' so 5 5 :L U3 , gg 5 -66'-96'-96'-H-rx'-SZ-'-6i'u9s'-62 5 AE '-75'-'JE-'-'IG'-'JG'-'JG'-'JPN-it'-'JG'-'-'-'-X-'-?G 'JG'-'JG'-'JG'-i6'hv96'-76 -'JZ-'-PGH 100 THE EPITOME '16'-96'-'56'-96'-SE-'-SG'-ISE'-56'-'FS'-'36'-96'-56'-'36'-'96'-'96'-'-i6'-9E-'-f3E -9G'd96-'-66'-'36'-96'-'SE'-96 -56'-96'-66'-rid'-rid YOUTH often takes chances. But you take no chances here. Our Suits and Overeoats Are All VVinners Epstein Bros. 829 Penn St. 'W' '-96 -96'-SEHQE'-965'36'-9S'-'36'-5S'-'-96 -9619S v9S'-v56'-96 -96'-96'-96'-66 -96'-95'-f96'u95 .1'l 96-'-SPH-ttf'-96'-96'-riff'-SS'-96'-S6'-96'-1'6'-S6H96'-?6'-'36'-'-'36-'-96 -96'-56'-'SGH-96 l-96 '-96'-QE-'-def'-36'-56'-f96'h66'-96 fiMo EY EANS MUCI-Ii .h .- E ---Success, Independence, Comfort, Good Times if QQ It lessens the hardships of sickness, removes 5: obstacles from your path in life. SZ, SIE In youth, in middle age and especially in old AE 5? age, money is essential to well-heinga 25 ff: HAVING money comes by SAVING If. This ff I: institution oiiers you the protection of Federal aswell -Q Q- as State Supervision, 3 Per Cent. Interest on Savings Q if Accounts and every convenience. ,- aa E Open an Account Today. AQ I I l I it The Berks County Trust Company jg E MAIN OFFICE -' gl 35-37 N. 6th Street, Reading, Penna. if RESOURCES ovER S9,000,000.00 pi if MEMBER OF FEDERAL RESERVE if '-550'-55 d?6'-i4'i96'-95'-354'-965 96 -GY'-95'-95'-95 -95595 '-95 -95 i3i-'d?6'-55'-95'-96'-96'- 96'-'SQ'-'35'-?6'-f96'-36'-95 it'-Sewanee-is-Se-ee-iswas-fx--ev-Sena-Jew?-wvdewssaiswieueenee--Sew-fx-fiea-is-vie-ee'-f9e'-'29 They Flex They Exercise They Support CAN fHififME'vERs America's Greatest Corrective Shoe NEW LASTS NEW PATTERNS The Common Sense, Inc. 29 S. Fifth Street Reading, Penna. wmXHexu95w9pua5uxn95ni5ui5-.9euiew9Qw95a65a65m39n95nepuxn95a651iyux-4 THE EPITOME 101 '9S'H9E -i6 H99'h96'H56W-96'-'d?6'-9E'-'36'-'36Wd965'36'-55 BOYS Don't forget you need a good LAMP to read and study by. Call and see our PORTABLES and FLOOR STANDARDS. The Cheapest and Best in Town. Consumers' Gas Co. 96'-7'6 -9E H36 H56 -5G'H-555 'N-96 -96'-?'6 i-95'-96'-'ii'-1 IlIIliiilllllllIlillI lI! illlllllIllIllIllII Our high standard gp QI?i.Ci9HQ7 enables you to order' Halftones Bc Line Etchings from us with -Elabsolute conffdencei- PENN ENGRAVING CO. 636-656 CHERRY Sn -.-.-,-.-.-.- READING, PA. IlIIlllllllllllllllI! ii 1lIlillllllllllllll MW We Are Ready With Graduation Gifts of Charm and Distinction LET us help you to choose appropriate remembrances for both masculine and feminine graduates. Graduation Gifts from Whitner's seem to be a tradition. C. K. WHITNER CO. Reading's Representative Store 438-44 PENN SQUARE, READING, PA. '-SE-H 'wif'- 'K ir it if 3 fu ii fl 'cw 5 Ei :Z 'F Pk is ll pg '- i John G. Keller 'l Prop. 336 Penn Street QE n' 961'-Sew Pk SL 5 :L -1 E 5 U3 -' 1' F it U 111 as I 735 5 U' 5 2 3 F1 ua ee cn -1 rn as m so It M F1 if 'U 3-.ee-.se-.eg.-.521 -Se--ee--een ang as I SL 2 it Pk F552 gm ,I iPl :ge U5 4- Flu-gg ng .- Em Ti F1 2 3 un I ef ts a -2 P61 t I sa ti Nb Ei si :L-.ia GATES r Ice Cream and Sodas Sandwiches 640 PENN STREET gi 102 THE EPITOME as-as-fee--as-as-as-.ee-ee-.eenas-as-emee-ee--as--as-.ee-as-as-as-.est--as-.ee-.ee-ee-as-ve'-as--es-as 1 DIAMOND JEWELRY . for men and Women, from 515.00 to S1,000.00. Every article backed by our written guarantee, with .' full exchange value at any time. f MODERN MQUNTINGS for your precious gems. ,- Latest styles in platinum and gold. if EMBLEMS for Lodges, Schools. Xt ' Clubs, etc.-Pins, Rings, Charms, Medals and Badges. G. A. 8: C. R. SCHLECHTER The Second National Bank Bldg. Established Original 511 Penn Street Reading, Pa. 1873 5'S5fHQEf'i95I'i56fWd5953E'i?6'-'9G'i9E -9S'l55'-96'-'95'-39 i f'6'H?6 -'9G'-'56'-f'35'-f59'-99'-?5 -95'-95'-95'-95'-'FS'-'SSI'-'SSN 2'-56'-'SG'-?G'l-i'6'd?6'-file'-56 -56'-'SG'-'SEI'-'SQ'-36'-96'-'9S'-'-96'-196'-'3G'-36'-96 -66'-?6'-'36'-36596'-'35-'-'36'-96'-36'-E I In the good g Ill g m at 711 .W fxtgu' - s f ae old days of QW I, if .tv ' 1, , ' , .5,z'Izf' I if h h G tbfswf at at t e orse car II lm -fitllesseyf QL - 1? p . A 55 n , -- I Se Se :E ga few Ihpug onf way or the other meant nothing. Now the cry is ul tep on t. pee is the watchword. I, sf Good craftsmanship, intelligently directed, at the maximum speed is df gk the Heller method of producing printing with a price advantage. is n' I 62 A? If Quality Desks and Bookcases for the Home .SL :L I' F Q iz H ' I ' l I 'I , llw C.l.IIelle1 Bmc G1 11 I . I ' it E 45-49 Reed Street 626-628 Washington Street if ie 'E66 -65F-66'wSS'h?6'-i6H39'-QEFh6EF-6E -961-6E-'h66'-iG1-i6 96 -r3e'h'?6'-fS61-QSFHSG'-SEFHSGH 96'-'SS'-96 h'36'-69'-96'-561 '9FH?9'h96'uSEd'-f96'd96'-Q6'-'-'36'h'SE-1-66H-'?6'-66'-'SS'-65 66'-66'-i6'wi6'--36'd9EI'-'SSH'-f?6'-95'-66'-'?6'-66'-66'-'SS n' Smart Clvfhes llf. VV. BABIFORD f0l' 'I The Prep School Lad 2? D R U G S I' 8 South Fifth Street EI' ER'S 5' - and Penn Reading, Pa, Pk K!uSQ59EH.S5F.96'-QQ'-SSH '-95 t-'96'-36'-95 -95'-'96 'i'C 56'-'36 -96 i36'h39'd96'-96 -556f5'3G'-39'-95'i96'-'96'-96' THE EPITOME 103 at-.ee-.ee-we-.es-as--ze-.ee-ee-es-ee-es--es-f2e-fze---ee-as-ee-ey-ee-ee--W ee-is-ee-e-es-e-es we 2 R E L I A B L E f it Cont1'a.cto1's' Equipment and Farm Implements 1 619350 I. GEO. D. LESSIG Sz SON South Temple Cliutztown Roadj , Reading, Pa. H95'-9E'H-?5'H?5'-96H96'-f56H?6'-36'v?6'-?v'-?E-'-?6'-?6'-'-i6'-36'136Hf95'H-f96'-96'i'36'-96 -96'-96'-96'i96'H56'-965251 '-36'-96'-56'-96'-if-'-66'-96'-96'-96'-96 -96'd96'd56'-'96'v?6 '-Si-'-56'-'SG'-ie'-X'-36'-X -36'-36'-96'-95'-56'-?6'-95'-fi The Live Store' Then There's CARL GRING and JOHN SAUER They, too, are afhliated with us in their spare moments. Perhaps they are not real salesmen, but they do know quality when they see it-and can tell you where to get it. 630 PENN STREET J ff JJ .I EE 'I Tf Always Reliable 'I II -I 'I lr if it il KECK ii Pr? In it 176'-'36'-9Ef'-'?E -96'u99'-96 -i6'--3i-'-96'-'36 '-96'-i6'v96'-9E-'H-'H96 H96Hii? H96'H96'-96'-95-1-'96FH-?6 ?E i95'-56'-'XF-96'-'PG 9G'H-196'-96'd36'W-'?6f'W-5E -95 - '-f96'i-95 -'35-'HSE'-f561-'SSH-'35 DEVELOPING PRINTING ENLARGING 1 VV. F. DREHS J' The Kodak Finishing Shop 541 Court Street Reading, Pa. CAMERAS FILMS i6'hi6H-i6f'w96H961-i6'u-?6 H- '-96'-66'-e?6 -SE -'QE'-96'-'96 '3F'-36H96H9Ef'h56'd?6'-96'-W9E'-'36'H9EFH96'H96'-'96 -E G-lass Exclusively Since 1888 Kawneer Store Fronts 512 if J. M. Kase 8: Co. Eighth and Court Streets E Glass of Every Description for Public 34 Buildings, Churches, Residences Q and Automobiles sl ,I READING, PENNA. 96'-96'-95 -66 -f'36 i9EW-'3E i 'H99'-QE-'-f9E H'36'-56'-'SG'-'QE' l-.ln 104- THE EPITOME E -95 -99'-'39'-35'-59'-95 H '-39'i'36'-'SPN-?lE i-56'-9S HE E'nrS5'-35'-95f'-96'-'3S'.'S6'- 'uS5'-'S6F-SG'd96f'-'S6'-'9G'-i:- 5: The New Blue Weaves, Suitable for gg 'I clrade is 5: Graduation and All-Purposes, in the SQ V I I' 5 Latest Collegiate Styles ,' ' 13111011 S9 X atc 165, ,f SL fl fi Chime Clocks, Silverware, j. ?-e SHAPIRO 8: SHAPIRO Etc. .5 he - ' gi 533 Penn Street it at -' .' - , .3 if ffwhoro Good Clothes ARE Nor if it KA-LBACH S Zi J. High Prloodf' 2 SZ 13 North Ninth slroof .ewxueeaeewee-eeueeuwewaeweeweeaesweeue 5s-ee-ee--ao-as-as-een--so-see-fee-es'-ee-ee-5' ig-hee-as-as-is-use-ee-iss?-ee-has-as-as-ewee--ee---as--so-as-so-so-ee-as-hee--is-ee-ee-fee-ee-as-gi if W. L. STRIBLIN G 5 52 if better known in the iistic arena as Young Stribling, is without a physical if peer in the light heavyweight division. He is not yet twenty-one and ' has defeated the world's champion in his class and a good number of gre would-be champions. 3: HE DOES Nor LIKE MILK! But he drinks ll liberally and rogu- larly just the same, because he knows it is good for his mind and body. is Experience has taught him that careful training and simple foods, par- .. . e ' . . Ab ig tlcularly dairy products, have brought him to the top of his chosen of profession. Milk is liquid life. is Zi St. Lawrence Dairy Co. at J 'Z At Least a Quart a Day Wlll Keep You Feeling Fit f QQ 16 -?6'i'96'-96'-96'-96'-96'-?e'-?S'-?6'-?S'-36'-35'-?5'-3'-'-96 -96'd56'-96'd95 -96'-?6'-36 -96'-95'-96'-96'-99'-QS'-56 9S h?6'-i36'-f?6'-?6'-9G'-56 - 'HSS'-365-36-'-96'h'36'-'X'-56 FRENCH INSTRUCTION By il Native of France ? COLLEGE PREPARATORY PRIVATE on CLASS wom: Mmo. Annette Pequignot Dickinson of. Phone 4-449W 3'-353535'35'-?5'5-?5'-?6'-fe'-?5'ri'6'-36'-X'-?l5W ee-ee-ee-ee-ee-se-hee--fse-es-hsfJ-hes-eew-ae--2e EN GRAVING AND PRINTING 5,1 ing cards and so- rfpEE2N Invitations, call- cial stationery ell- graved. WVe eLim- inate the cost of steel dies and cop- perplates on all engraved work. PRESS Pnnfers 561111 like 521 PENN s'r. szconn noon innnl 9WWM 1XH '-96'-96'-96 -35 -56'-95'-96 THE EPITOME 105 OTTO WITTICH Violifniist Teacher of leading professionals, including Henry Brunner, Harold Dorwin, Carolyn Fox, Sherwood Kans, Ralph Mack, Roy Nagle, Paul Sheehan and others. Studio: 116 South Sixth St. DON'T COUGH! Use lil 0 K I It Gives Quick Relief and is Pleasant to Take. A Guar- anteed Remedy 7 DRUG 9th and Penn Sts. 600 Centre Ave. ?6'd96Hi6'-965-'?6H-565965 -196'-96'H96'-96'-96'h96' 'i6 h96-f5696 -96961-'-f?6H96H66'hi6'-'96'-'96'i'?l- if-u.-JSA--25f'.f99'i.Ss-.f95'u95F.. wigfwisf'--35A.9L'i.65P.95w1 '-96536196196-5-36 l-ig: E if 5 :fe 5 i :r I' 0 Q- if H at 4' .- 3 r If 5 3 d 5 i 2 H-'SG'-562322-'-SEP-96-. 'N-fie'-'JG'-if-'-ie'-' 256'-56'-'PE-53 -'-'-'-56'-'36'-' UI '-I O S' ,U 'fl 2 Q '11 Q gg m Q it 2 'L B E vu -7' 3' fi I G E I ig ul ll 3 3 P ,. ,.,. D 3' 5 sv ,. gn S :r 1: 3 0 'T 5' U 0 57 2 ' 5 : 2 if Q 5 ef 5 2 g n.. Q e :s 94 F1 5 -1 nv n. m D 5 e 5 Z T e H Ea 3 Q- i 0 vig 9' ' 5' 5- E? 2 E 1' 2' M 0 2 s' 0 . 2 un 'F T 5' u UQ '-56'-'96'-'3E'-965-?6'i9G'4'-96'-96'-'-'- '- The Old Reliable A11 Shop i PS ig li I' 2 i if i 5 i 2 if E E 1' Qdefxnxuieuxuieaiehuasuseuegnagedewx-.66 Established 1823 Incorporated 1915 P. F. Eisenbrown Sons Co. Incorporated Manufacturers SIXTH AND ELM STREETS READING, PA. Artistic Cemetery llflemorials in Granite and Marble 136-'-96'-96 -?'6Hd6'lu96'd96'i '-f95 -56'u'96'H'9EH-?6W-96 -'96 :!6-6e1.i5'u9e-.-3e'uSe-.6e-i-.f9e'.a5P.f35-.Q5wie-i.f95PuSi1 Q5 tepplng ut ,L ' S ' O I 55 Gimnui-i'r1oN-the day of an 5E 'li days for the gracliiate. The end of 1? studies and a stepping out into .' if the world to follow a chosen pro- Alf Eg fession. as 'i May your years of study be ap- sk aj plied in a sensible way, so that the ,P effort you put forth may he of good eff to those with whom you come in Sk 1: contact. n: 'I Forty years ago we graduated in :I it I u' the uiakingr of lee Cream, and for 1' Pfthis number of years we havei ak striven to serve the public with a I I i product that stands pre-eminent. I' Attainment properly applied in- gs evitahly reaps its just reward. i, ii if 0 Pk i u if 1168 if 22 Pk I 9i'1SSf'-'36f'a96Hd96'H-'36f'-96'- '-'SP'-NJC-'H96 H-96 -'36'w9lFm'l 66'.fS6'.S5'.f95u95'-96'.66'. '.fS5'i.65--Qs-.f95H.f96-.rx-.19 For Service, Quality, Enjoyment stop at Sweetland. High Class Sundaes. All kinds of Fancy Ar- ticles. Fancy Boxes suitable for Sweetland CONFECTIONERY AND LIGHT LUNCH 816 Penn Street 9e-w9e'-9e1-9e'-3ew9ew-9e'-'-6e'ueeFu9eF-eeH--s5-.ag-.5r Gifts at reasonable prices. 1 106 THE '9'E'h?6556'i?6'-?'6'-?'G'-?6'-5'9S'-5E H95'H9C-'i'96'-'36'f36 PB ag i 4 waht G1 ts 56 V ig T? 6? I' -ffissqx i AQ if A al FH so ,gl i XX , SL g: 'gikym VH. 'I ,I ,. I. :i -: Q? if I ' o o ll J C MUMMA ik as if Jeweler and Diamond Pig ef: .' Merchant A ff ii aff gk - ' i ' 627 Penn Street E I 96'-96f'u.S5m95a95'.f99-u.9e'.-.?6'.95'.S9'.Q5u95-.3g-Zi5 E'-95 -9G i9S'H56 '-96'-595 '-56 - 96'-96'-I ?6'- ?6'- 96'-E ,I mari um! I .- u ,- ee W Xa nn - X pg., ll il 'N ll qi fi I I' lit ak sk -ggi, I, W Y ig I' A- . i '- A Pvt lx 52 I' , X 1' is sf I H? fi Iver Johnson and De Luxe :I 1' Bicycles 1: I I if Baseballs, Gloves and Bats Hg I l ii? Come ln and See the New Types we u ai: Bicycle Repairing and Supplies SQ u 55 VELOCIPEDES, scooTERs, ge 5? WAGONS al gg And All Kinds of Wheel Toys .7 :I Just a Babe Ruth Drive from ti if Boys' High School if I I W ee E 841 Washington Street 9E H96 d9S'H96F-i6'H96'-96'-'-i6'-'3E'd9S5'36'-9S'di'H?i- ! EPITOME -2-as-as-X-vs-anas-ee-x--x-x--x-as-e-as seas-.ag-.ag-.E F: I+ Q '- O CS Egg zsisgvisfis Ni :r Z O 5 T-1' 3, 2 2 :T F3 : 2 ,IL W f' O z S 2 P E 7:1 D E '51 G5 ex 2 rf: zz 2 5 Ea E2 pg 52 F-4 veg D1 O .... Y: '4 psf: Q.. O Jn 5' 0 iv Cz' E Ei 5.9 5' L- n m 'I E 2 2 2. 5, Q 2- 3 E N 3- rn . Q Ha 5. 2 ,, m . C cn ,-1 E 0 2 I' 9 0' W nf: :f. 2 -- Hs bl I N U1 2 D ggi E E Q 5 Hg W QQ P- 5 5' E 5 F M Sa- eg E F1 U' Sf 2 5. H 71 if ,,,, w -1 ua 2. so Q wg Q iff E, rr: I L' 3 5 o ., ak Z g PU F1 3 'E fe F' 3 ,. v-4 5 W fb 1 5 S E. a E' fe C0 -we as--ee-as-as-as-.ae-ee-w-ee-.aewas-.ae-.e-.x-.1-.apex-.x-.eg-.ag-.94 Third and Washington Streets , 296 E as 1' it as if if iii u' E- I 33 J' 35 E n' E if iz n' if if i 56566 -.-XA. QQ ff se ii if Wilmer 8: Vincent's 52 69 RAJAH THEATRE 89 Playing KEITH VAUDEVILLE AND -ee-as-as-e-es-fee--as-se--er 'U 'E Vi V1 P4 Q4 FU H 'TJ r-4 Q V1 Cf FU H Cn we-ee-. -er- P!! J?5'-f95'-9SF-f56'-f9SH96'-56H- '-661'-96'-SS -'SGFH-96'-'36'-5 THE EPITOME 107 1' W- -ee-5 ag-few-es-as-as-as--ee-as--es--ee-se-as-es ee-as-al-as--ee-ee-es-. ay 4: '4 : qi sg ' .11 gn O - 'ff ' i -1 0 Cf' 2- P1 ' A, . ff -- Nu A af fb f :G 1-'e'y!fl'w 'Q E- S' 'fd 23:22 if arg, if Q O ' 2 52 SQ 'mm aff Q Q cd X U, ,....- All M.: 4 N--. ' X 55:2 F 53-3 X . ,,Qi21'F ' w -u 'Y :N 'Ja ' ae ae .' ' S Q an 0 un, SQ In , f?, 'ff jf-5 .' ll Sq 3 m i 5 S2 ..-. ,K Aly, ,g:.- ,LG yy '1 -s :S Pk 1: gg 6 --' 'U I' SFS- 5? -' ' E 'ff P 5 Q l-I af ?i Ei ...:.:.:-wh-.f:r::: ,fv- ill: i in a Sh O Pk SD gb I - ii' ' I 'zz 3 fi n P E 2 Nb Q fb no as Z -ga 35 5, - a fb O Eu I 'C qi 1 5' ff - W: - gp -Q fc - - w U: '- ae W f, H p- :ff E 2-as-es-ee-wif .I UU A G Q. SD .4 .' . 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