Conshohocken High School - Echo Yearbook (Conshohocken, PA)

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BLUE AND GOLD The Class ©f 1931 As We See Them Lester Russell Abbey “Les” “Hello Baby” Band (1, 2, 3. 4): Orchestra (1. 2, 3. 4). Squak, squak. eek! ! What in the world could that terrible sound be that we forever hear coming from the portals of our auditorium ? Why it's no other than “Les” himself playing on his Clarinet, which we know is one of the hobies of “Les.” and which he has used to good advantage during his High School career by playing in the C. H. S. Orchestra. And did you say talk? Why he is the Champion wise-racker of the class and surely does love to entertain the ladies with his wise remarks. But we hear that “Les” has one favorite listener who is also musically inclined and he is oft times seen in the evenings, wending his way towards the home of this dark-haired Miss, who resides in Spring Mill. “Les,” we wonder is it to practice music or tell her some new joke or ?-? ! ! Well, anyhow Les, two musically inclined people in the same family generally are a success in life. So no matter if you intend joining the Marines or follow a musical career, we, the class of 1931 wish you lots of luck in the future. Elizabeth Jarrett Ambler “Betty” “My Word” Glee Club (2); Skidding (3). Did you say S'amese twins? Well that sure goes for Elizabeth and Clara for they are constantly seen together and we wonder what Betty will do without Clara after all the good-byes are said in school, but at that we suppose it is for them to decide, as for Elizabeth we know she will be able to do great things at Earlham College as she was always known to be a very good student during her four years’ stay with us. Elizabeth also came into great prominence during her Junior year in the dramatic circles for it was then that she made her debut on the stage. She is also one in whom can be placed much confidence and Betty is as good as her word. Besides being reliable we also hear she has made quite a name for herself in the music profession. To you Elizabeth our best wishes go wdth you and we hope that “Earlham” will appreciate you as much as we have done in C. H. S. Woodrow Wilson Eecker “Beck” “Gimmie a Gopher” Baseball (2, 2. 3. Captain, 4); Football (1. 2. 3. 4). Did you say wisecracker? We should say so when it comes to Woodrow “Wilson” Becker. And the most peculiar part about him is that he very seldom cracks a smile. For this reason he became the most likable chap and is very popular among the student body. “Beck” is quite an athlete and was the star center of the football team; he was also captain of the baseball team and has led the team through a very successful season. He is always ready to help a friend in need, especially the fair sex. But to do so, he needs quite a bit of encouragement and persuasion, for you know “Beck” becomes quite flustered and blushes very easily, which he says reflects from his hair, but we know better. But now to put all kidding aside. Woodrow is quite serious at times and is a good fellow to have around, so we feel sure that he will be successful in his later life. Good luck to you. “Beck,” from the Class of 1931. Sylvia Rhea Blasband “Sil” “Good Heavens!” Manager of Girls’ Basketball (4); Glee Club (1. 2): Orchestra (3. 4); Debating Team (4); Recording Secretary of Class (8. 4); Blue and Gold Staff (4); Valedictorian of Class. An excellent memory is a great asset to be proud of and Sylvia is the very proud owner of one. How she remembers so much from books is and always will be a mystery to us. But because of this and her very studious nature she has had the honor conferred upon her as valedictorian of the class. Congratulations. Sylvia is also a lover of good music and has been the high school pianist for a number of years and we must say. she has aided us and the school very much in the musical lines this year. Although small in stature. Sylvia is one of the best little dancers of the class and we’re mighty proud to have such a young lady with such an abundance of brains, determination and personality. Sylvia is not sure as yet what she intends to do in the future but whatever you choose Sylvia, we are sure that you will rank with the best. Success to you. Sylvia, you deserve it, from the Class of 1931. Vincent Jacob Bonkoski “Bounce” “No kiddin’ ” Treasurer of Class (2): Orchestra (1): Football (1. 2. 3. Captain. 4); Basketball (1, 2. 3. 4); Baseball (1. 2. 8. 4): Jerry of Jericho Road (3); It’s the Climate (4); Dulcy (4); Oh! Doctor (4). Bounce is short and heavy set. He is a lover of sports. Can he play football ? ! ! Ask our onnonentu. they know. Besides this, he is a capable baseball and basketball player and he can therefore be judged as an all-around athlete. This battleship of sports also is a great lover of music and was the stellar attraction in that line of entertainment in the school. Vincent can never be accused of being haughty for he makes friends with all and one finds a real cheerful friend in Bounce. He is also known as th? heavy lover when it comes to dramatics, and we feel that he should put this ability to practice in actual life, for it is very seldom that we see Vincent with a member of the opposite sex. and we would hate to see such a likeable fellow go through life without a better half. He has high aspirations and has selected for his life work, music. We are sure he will succeed because such determination as he has will surely bring success to him. Go to it. The Class of 1931 is with you. Page Tu enty-Seven

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BLUE AND GOLD Whc’s Whc II n The Class Cf 1931 Most Agreeable....................Jack Koch Grittiest ...............Joe Del Buono Class Giggler...................Violet Mrozek Meekest .......................Dorothy Crossmore Best Orator......................Sarah Congleton Eternal Talker .............Dot Smith Most Polite .............Joe Sukalski Class Sleeper............Dick Dalbey Best All-around Sport......Bert Riker Daintiest ..............Doris Fillman Class Chauffeur..........Charlie Doran Most Nonchalant .........Clara Caine Class Romeo .............Ralph Sponar Ten o’Clock Scholar .... Helen Webb Most Timid ..............Elsie Tucker Class Flapper .......Amanda Herron Greatest Joker..........Woodrow Becker Most Studious.....................Anna Suvitsky Most Brilliant.........Sylvia Blasband Class Farmerette.. .Margaret Funston Best Dancer.......................Emma Yost Class Saxaphonist. .Mary Davenport Most Unruffled...........Eleanor Emens Best Natured.....................Betty Famous Shyest......................Ella Wolf Class Actor.......................John Light Most Sensitive .................Bessie Gabin Happiest ............Donald Diesinger Class Artist..................Virginia Custer Most Romantic .....................Sis Murray Tuent -six Quietest.........................Emma Kohansby Class Fiddler......Charlie McCarron Most Serious......................Ed Trycinski Noisiest...........Jane Kowalkowski Class Hiker...............Alan Earl Most Popular Girl ......Ruth Grauel Most Popular Boy..........Earl Love Peppiest .............Evelyn Phillips Most Immaculate ........Bob Lukens Biggest Teaser............Dick Tees Best Girl Athlete ... .Mildred Traister Best Boy Athlete.. .Bounce Bonkoski Most Eligible Bachelor, Sie Frankenfield Most Youthful .......Donald Wessell Class Poetess......Florence Woznicki Most Congenial................Merrill Metz Most Demure.....................Edna Gilmore Best Bicycle Rider.. .Sammy McCloy Most Conscientious.. .Millard Hippie Most Talkative ....Tony Travagline Least Known......................John DeVitis Most Bashful Boy... .Vernon Vercoe Most Willing.................Rebecca Lobb Most Sociable..................Tommy Carter Clara’s Shadow.................Betty Ambler Most Humorous.................Lester Abbey Most Active.....................Bill Yocum Busiest......................Beatrice Wannop Most Accommodating. .Jimmy Hippie Dorothy M. Vandegrift.

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BLUE AND GOLD Clara Brooke Caine “Terrie” “Good Night” Bells of Beaujolais (1); Bells of Capistrano 21 : Glee Club (2). Clara is Elizabeth's buddy, and Elizabeth and Clara are not to be separated. Clara and Betty are known as the inseparable two. but at present Clara is the subject of our thoughts, and her cheery smile is forthcoming whenever she is seen about the'school. She has always taken an interest in the fclass. especially when it came to raising funds for our Washington trip in the way of selling magazines. She is another member of our “Helping Hand Society and it is never too much trouble fdr her to loan out her Chemistry notes or to do typing for anyone. Terrie’s chief hobby seems to be centered around music, and although very few people know it she is quite an accomplished musician. Her future work seems to b: that of studying the organ and we hear that she intends going to college for a year and then continue her study at a conservatory of music. But we wonder what she will do without Betty. Don't worry. Clara, paper and ink rr? chea and you can alw’ays be in touch with h r that way. We know you will succeed. Happy times. Cl-ra. Thomas William Carter 44Tommy “Going to Norristown Lighty?” Fells of Capistrano (2); Jerry of Jericho Road (3); Oh! Doctor (4); Football (2. 3). Here is a pal. fellow’s. Tommy is peppy and always ready for anything. At times, he is very quiet, and then again we alw’ays know w’hen he is about, because he sure is a great kidder. But at that we have never been able to find out very much about him. But we do know that he is cjuite a favorite among the fair sex and we also know that he is another of the many commuters to Norristown. What is it Tommy, an epidemic? Tommy as yet has not fully decided w’hat he intends to do in later life, but he is talking about furthering his education in a Higher School of Learning. However, we suppose the question in Tommy’s mind is where he can find a school that will be close to Norristown. But. Tommy, why worry about such a trivial affair for you know there are girls in every port. So, select the school and then the girl, and w e feel sure that your college career will be a great success. Best wishes from the Class of 31. Sarah Hazel Congleton “Sally”— Shorty” “I might” Oratorical Contest (2. 3. 4): Glee Club (2. 3); Oh! Doctor (4); Debating Team (Captain. 3. 4). Small but mighty, that’s Sarah. She is one of the smallest members of our class, but don't find yourself in an argument with her for she is bound to come out on top with a good many points to her credit. For you know, folks. Sarah is our champion debater and wras elected captain of the team during her senior year. And thru all of this has gained quite a bit of practice in the line of arguing. She is a very forceful speaker and can create an argument over the slightest thing and has come into her own during her senior year. We feel the cause of all this has been due to the fact that she had a debating partner with her not only during the time of debating but also around the school and during her spare moments. Sarah is also known for her art of dressmaking and is quite efficient in this line of work. We feel. Sarah, this wrill indeed be a great help to you in the future and surely will help to keep down the household budget As to whether she is going to be an orator, stenographer, seamstress, or house-wife, we are unable to say at the present time, but we know because of her determination she will Page Twenty ight be successful in any vocation. Here’s hoping wealth and happiness may always be yours. Dorothy Mae Crossmore “Dot “My Word!” Glee Club (3). Dorothy is a rather reserved Miss, but she possesses high abilities especially when it comes to Algebra. For perseverance has taken her a long way in high school, and because of her ever willingness to lend a helping hand especially in her pet subject, mathematics, have made Dot valuable to her class. Yet with all her sincerity and knowiedge this tall and slender lass is often seen cutting up and enjoying a joke. Dorothy has often expressed her desire to be a teacher but she has not decided definitely what her future occupation will be. But whatever it is, Dorothy, your kind succeeds, so good luck to you. Virginia Eleanor Custer “Ginny” “You would” Blue and Gold Staff (4). Virginia is very quiet when you first know her but soon her contagious giggle bursts forth and changes her completely. She is especially interested in art and all her spare time is spent in drawing. When all the rest of us are downcast because we have to draw a cover for one of our themes. Virginia just beams as that is her special work. She is also a very good student in chemistry and finishes her work ahead of everyone else, consequently everyone comes to her for help. She is planning to go to the Philadelphia School of Art next year to study designing. We are sure if she does as well there as she did in C. H. S. she will be one of their best students. Best wishes from the Class of 1931. Richard William Dalbey “Dick” “Holy Mackerel” Orchestra (1. 2. 3. 4): Band (1. 2. 3. 4). Sh-h-h! ! ! What seems to be the trouble? Nothing else except that Dick is still asleep, for you know’ Dick’s greatest hobby is to sleep and then more sleep. But Dick really can be wide-aw’ake if he w’ants to, and he generally is when it comes to playing the trumpet and also when any of the fair ladies are about. Dick is another one of our champion blushers and he does this to perfection when talking to him about a certain young lady in the Junior Class? ? ? Also w’hen Dorothy from our class says to him. “My Richard. But at that, Dick is a very good natured boy and a very likeable chap, and we hear that he is thinking of aviation for a future vocation, and we know that he will never be upside down. Fly to it. Dick, we the Class of 1931 will hang on. Mary Davenport “Dave” “Oh! Sujrar” Orchestra (1. 2. 3. 4 ) : Band (1. 2. 3, 4). Numbered among the quiet unheard from girls of the Senior Class. Mary is one of the quietest and the only time when she is heard to make any noise is when she plays her saxophone for you know’ Mary is one of our class musicians, and is very accomplished in this art of work. Because of Mary’s quiet disposition she has accumulated many friends around the school and we are all proud to have her as a member of our class. Since Mary is such a quiet girl we are sure she must also be cool-headed and so we feel that she will win out every time. Mary is not telling us just w’hat she intends to do after graduating but we think she intends to take up nursing. Whatever you plan. Mary, the Class of 1931 wishes you all possible success in the future.