Darby High School - Blue and White Yearbook (Darby, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 108 of the 1956 volume:

tit at DARBY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Darby, Pennsylvania FAMILIAR SCENES 4 5 As we, the class of 1956, prepare for graduation and begin to face the future, we realize how important time is to us. Our years of high school have passed much too quickly and soon they will be forgotten, only to be replaced by new experiences and adventures. In our presentation of this yearbook we are trying to depict some of the cherished memories of our days at Darby Senior High School. As the hands of time continue to move onward, this book will help us recall all the memories that would otherwise be forgotten. 7 But someone is always late! 9 (:i ssi- A serious moment for the BK’s. Wonder what Mr. Evans said? Our future stenogs. BEGIN My, my, those very serious expressions! Spending a few pleasant moments in the library. rHE DAY . . THE END OF THE DAY FOUND US Mr. treil pointing out the high notes to the boys. k-'diih !: vans str-MK.-jg the runiiumentais «£ footiiaii. 14 Practice makes perfect. Our Majorettes preparing for the season. LL AT PLAY What an odd way to run a race! Just a couple of weary Color Guards. ADMINISTRATION TO THEE WITH LOYAL HEARTS lWE raise our song To the Class of 1956: On behalf of your School Board. 1 wish to congratulate the members of the class for completing the course of studies in the Darby Borough School District. For most of you, it has been nearly three years since your entrance into high school. The pendulum has swung with the passing of time: and few. if any. of you realized how short these years could he. Your studies here are completed, just one big step towards your final ambition which your Board of Education hopes will be fully realized with long life, good health, and happiness. Sincerely yours. RAYMOND S. MARTIN, SR. President DR. RAYMOND S. MARTIN. SR. MR. WILLIAM J. FRASCH. JR. President Vice President School To the Class of 1956: I read recently that, in our mechanical age, one machine can do the work of fifty ordinary men. That is a discouraging thought when one thinks of the thousands of young high school and college men and women who will be seeking employment this Spring. However, I would like to suggest a more encouraging picture: NO MACHINE CAN DO THE WORK OF AN EXTRAORDINARY PERSON. When I speak of an extraordinary person, I do not speak necessarily of a brain or a genius. To me, an extraordinary individual is one who possesses those fine qualities of honesty, dependability, loyalty, industry and the ability to get along with others. BE AN EXTRAORDINARY PERSON. EDWARD B. DEERY, B.S., M. Ed. Superintendent of Schools J. WALLACE SANER Principal “The good Education of Youth has been esteemed by wise men in all ages, as the surest Foundation of the Happiness both of private Families and of Commonwealths.” —Benjamin Franklin TIMOTHY J. BROPHY B.A. Languages ANTHONY DIJUI.IO B.S. Vocal Music OLIVF. DIMMICK B.A.. M.A. Special Studies Mathematics VIRGINIA McMICHAEL B.S.. B.A., M.Ed. Visual Education. Librarian CARROL H. PHILLIPS M.Ed.. Industrial Arts JOHN C. POLLOCK B.S.. M.Ed. English WILLIAM R. EVANS B.S. Social Studies TERESA GARELL B.A.. R.D.H. Dental Hygienist ESTHER C. HAUN B.S. Physical Education GERTRUDE C. JAMES Perm. Cert. Commercial HERBERT R. KERCHNF.R B.S. Commercial VIRGINIA C. LONG R.N.. B.S. School Nurse BESS M. ROBSON B.S.. B.Ed. Secrelary to Superintendent EUGENE E. ROTHBERG B.S. Mathematics NICHOLAS W. SCAMUFFO Voc. Ed. Mechanical Drawing, Civics HERMAN W. SOLAR B.S.. M.Ed. Commercial ALBERT R. STREIT B.S.. M.Ed. Instrumental Music HELEN E. SZIELEIT BE. A. Art CARL E. TRUXEL B.A.. M.Ed. Social Studies CORA C. TRUXEL B.A.. M.A. English GRAYDON C. WOOD B.S. Science LILLIAN M. WYNNE B.S.. M.Ed. Home Economics ROBERT V. YOUNG B.S., M.S. Physical Education SARAH M. ZIMMERMAN B.S., M.Ed. Secretary to Principal s4dcti4 l4. MKS. OLIVK H. DIMMICK Class Advisor As we. the members of the Class of 1956, reach the end of our journey, we would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who have helped to make our years of high school a success. We wish to especially express our appreciation to our very capable advisors, Mrs. Dinunick and Mr. Brophy, without whom we could not have carried out the many things necessary to winding up our affairs successfully. The success of our Junior-Senior Prom, the sales of Christmas cards and candy, as well as, the big job we did at the athletic contests were largely due to our advisors who gave their time so freely and willingly. Although our road seemed too difficult to follow at times Mrs. Dinunick and Mr. Brophy were always ready and willing to help us solve any of the problems that we faced. As the years go by, we shall always remember Mrs. Dimmick and her ready smile when faced with the financial problems of the class. Nor shall we ever forget Mr. Brophy and his many words of wisdom which put us back on the right track when we were about to take a wrong step. Best wishes to you, Mrs. Dimmick and Mr. Brophy, for many happy future years. MB. TIMOTHY J. BROPHY Class Advisor We would also like to express our thanks to Mr. Solar who gave up many of his evenings and weekends to work on plans for our yearbook. Without him it could never have been the great success, that we of the senior class feel it is. We know that as we travel along the road of life, we will always remember him. We hope that as the years go by he will often look back into our album of memories and remember us also. MR. HERMAN W. SOLAR Yearbook Advisor 22 Air iJ I 'PeeU tioM De“ '■ Rail; ° the 0rf., • f «l it an CCas'°n of OUr °ur j?xtreme u� °“r ’u'ua ref- ‘1sti,ling £ ' Aumor n 'e of ou £ m. y o{ 'ar. °Pfe las i« B ter atJ(j P°erris Tl • an,s antf , • °u ere rfo sri,e o fr,e,ic srr ;nd «s? r ars teoTtil,ing ,auUZ hUn °r a,Trale °f ourtgymnasi aY °{ c' °p e jas i . Shier arj(j P°erris Tl • an,s antf , • °u ere i, j, L eW o n2 «2.£s 23 SENIORS SWELLING TO HEAVEN, LOUD OUR PRAISES RING Our class officers in a study of relaxation. They are Leonard Paschal], President; Gregory Coleman, Vice President; Clare Gaudioso, Secretary; Donald Dodd, Treasurer and Richard Tengler, Historian. Arlene Dorothy Ballario 14 N. Tenth Street Secretarial “Beany” Little Arlene with eyes of brown, Gaily working with ne'er a frown. Chorus 10, 11. 12; Student Secretary; Sales Committee; Octette. Joanne E. Bowen 655 Columbia Avenue Bookkeeping “Jo” As a nurse Jo will really be neat. Her patients, like us, will think she's sweet. Band; Basketball 11; Chorus; Dramatics; Orchestra; Volleyball; Sales Committee. David Benson 4 Grobes Ave., Sharon Hill, Pa. College Preparatory “Benny” More precious is his every word. Because he is so seldom heard. Baseball 10; Football 12D; Track 11D, 12D; Sales Committee; Temple University Math Contest. Joseph E. Blandford 1226 Linden Ave., Sharon Hill, Pa. Bookkeeping “Joey” Joe's motto is “stay out of the hall If you want to be on.the ball. Chorus; Track 11D, 12D; State Champion in Class “B” 220 yard dash; Sales Committee. . Julius P. Briddes 600 Cedar Avenue General “Juley” Always quiet in the class, Waiting patiently for his next lash. Chorus; Track 10. Barbara Lee Burins 118 Whitely Terrace Secretarial “Little Barb” Petite in stature, wide in fame, “Little Barb” is her name. Chorus; Student Secretary; Yearbook Staff. Janet L. Campbell 818 S. Sharon Ave., Sharon Hill. Pa. General “Jan” If silence was gold, you'd be poor. You talk so much my ears are sore. Chorus; Sales Committee. 27 Anne Louise Cann 918 Sharon Ave., Sharon Hill, Fa. College Preparatory Special “Ann” Always laughing, smiling and gay, Ann is cheerful throughout the day. Chorus; Hockey 12; Sales Committee. Joan Lea Casner 320 Highland Avenue College Preparatory “Joanie” Smiling always and quite petite, We think Joan is very sweet. Band Majorette 10, 11, 12 Captain; Chorus; Dance Committee; Junior Prom Committee; Play Usher; Yearbook Staff. David Leroy Cardwell 337 Mulberry Street Secretarial “Butch” David always does his chore, Even when he is very sore. Chorus; Football 12; Student Secretary; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee; Octette. r Marlene V. Clark 916 Forrester Avenue Bookkeeping “Lene” Shes always merry; always tries, In spite of worries she never sighs. Basketball 10; Chorus; Hockey 10, 11; Volleyball; Sales Committee. 28 Gregory Coleman 323 Marks Avenue College Preparatory “Greg Gregs motto is “stay on the ball, If you want to argue give him first call. Chorus; Class Vice President 10, 12; Football 10L), 111), 12D; Student Council 10, 11, 12 Vice President; Track 10, 11; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee; Air Raid Warden; Hi-Q Team; Honorable Mention On All-Delaware County Football Team. Theresa Clark 721 Burton Ave., Sharon Hill, Pa. Bookkeeping “Patsy” I’atsy is quiet as ABC. But is artistic as can be. Chorus; Sales Committee. Vernice Kathryn Coursey 903 Forrester Avenue Secretarial “Peanut” Here's a girl that likes to tease. She goes through school just like a breeze. Basketball 10; Chorus; Dramatics; Hockey 10, 11, 12; Junior Prom Committee; Student Secretary; Volleyball; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee; Octette. John M. Cressman 340 S. Eighth Street College Preparatory “Jack” Jack works hard; his goal to achieve. Even though school is his one pet peeve. Sales Committee. 29 Walter R. Davison 896 Main Street Bookkeeping “Head” Really swell: really neat. Here’s a guy you just can’t beat. Football 12D; Scenery Committee; Student Council; Sales Committee. John DeMarco 34 Mermont Circle Bookkeeping “Johnnie” John is smart and very gay, Girls go for him in a great big way. Chorus; Sales Committee; Scenery Committee. Joyce Marlene Dent 520 Oak Lane, Glenolden, Pa. College Preparatory “Joy” Joyce is quiet, but lots of fun, Her friends and pals are everyone. Commencement Usher; Dramatics; Sales Committee. l Robert A. Derr 410 Poplar Street College Preparatory “Bob” Gym is really a task for him, But in math he’s full of vim. Football Manager 12; Student Council; Sales Committee; HI-Q Team; Temple University Math Contest. 30 Donald R. Dodd 1112 Chestnut Street College Preparatory ‘Duck” Love for English he did lack, When he was mad, gosh did he quack. Baseball 10, 1113, 12D; Class Treasurer 11, 12; Dance Committee; Football 10D, 11, 12D; Junior Prom Committee; Basketball Manager 10; Football Manager 111); Monitor; Orchestra 10; Student Council; Sales Committee; Band 10; Honorable Mention To East Delaware County Football Team. Daniel Dougherty 152 Golf Hoad Bookkeeping “Dan” Funny in the classroom; gay in the hall. Yes, Dan is liked by all. Football 12D; Sales Committee; Scenery Committee Edmond Dougherty 215 S. Sixth Street Bookkeeping “Doc” A tackle in the line, Threw them for losses every time. Chorus; Football 11, 12D; Sales Committee; Scenery Committee. Ella A. Earley 1019 Ridge Avenue Bookkeeping “Dimples” Ella with personality plus, Always seems never to fuss. Chorus; Junior Prom Committee; Play Usher; Sales Committee. Alonzo Franklin 1004 Center Street Secretarial “Razor” Razor s the sharpest in the class, His clothes catch the eye of many a lass. Student Secretary. Winifred M. Garvin 1015 Summit Street College Preparatory “Winnie” In all types of sports Winnie was star. Her vim and vigor were super by far. Basketball 10, 12; Chorus; Dramatics; Hockey 10. 11D, 121); Junior Prom Committee; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee. Henry Epright 504 Spruce Street Bookkeeping “Root” Henry can always be found, Rut usually never makes a sound. Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee. Robert Gale 1217 Orange St., Sharon Hill, Pa. General “Galesy” Watch him walk like a steed on the track, Oh what speed which most of us lack. Football 11, 121); Track 111) Captain, 12D. Clare Elizabeth Gaudioso 37 Whitely Terrace Secretarial “Clare” Clare's a friend of everyone, When she's around there's lots of fun. Chorus; Class Secretary 12; Commencement Usher; Dramatics; Junior Prom Committee; Student Secretary; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee; Octette. Thurston V. Gault 18 N. MacDade Boulevard College Preparatory “Tus” Tus is the typical basketball lad, A better rebounder couldn't be had. Basketball 10D, Track 10. 11D, 12D; Football 11D; Monitor; Walter Gaudioso 318 Highland Avenue Bookkeeping “Walt” A good student, a good friend, You couldn't find a better blend. Chorus; Junior Prom Committee; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee; Scenery Committee. William Gaul 46 N. Eleventh Street General “Bill” In the class, on the floor, on the field. He's best, for he will never yield. Baseball 10; Basketball 10, 111); 121); Chorus; Dance Committee; Football 10, 11, 12D Captain; Junior Prom Committee; Track 12; Scenery Committee; Stage Crew. William Graff 412 S. Seventh Street College Preparatory “Bill” His manner u as quiet : his words were few, Any job to be done he tries to do. Saleh Committee. Clara Green 706 S. Felton Ave., Sharon Hill, Pa. Bookkeeping “Greenie” When anything funny has occurred, Usually her giggle can be heard. Chorus; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee. Marlene J. Grobes 314 N. Tenth Street College Preparatory “Mar” Quiet in school but just hear her scream, When she's rooting for Darby's team. Basketball 10, 11, 12D; Chorus; Hockey 10, 11, 12D; Monitor; Orchestra; Band; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee. Shirley Groff 431 Darby Terrace Bookkeeping “Shirl” A cuter girl you couldn't find, To all she's forever kind. Cheerleader 11, 12; Chorus; Dance Committee; Junior Prom Committee; Sales Committee; Yearbook Staff. 34 Charles J. Hampton 908 Forrester Avenue College Preparatory “Tawny” Charles chatters all day long, Never right and always wrong. Chorus; Track Manager 11. 12D; Sales Committee; Air Raid Warden. Maxine’Linette Hampton 939 Maple Terrace Secretarial “Max” Maxine's regular in every way, She’s really sweet and very gay. Basketball 10. 12D; Chorus; Commencement Usher; Dramatics; Hockey 10, 11D, 12D; Junior Prom Committee; Student Secretary; Volleyball; Yearbook Staff; Octette; Sales Committee. Ruth Marie Hanna 1103 Lawrence Avenue College Preparatory “Ruthie” Smiling always in her pleasant way, Ruth talked endlessly thru the day. Band Color Guard 10. 11D. 12D Captain; Chorus; Dance Committee; Dramatics; Junior Prom Committee; Play Usher; Volleyball; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee; Sextette; Student Play Manager. Gary Francis Hartman 726 Whitely Terrace College Preparatory Special “Gary” A swell guy who is tall, And well liked by all. Sales Committee. 35 James H. Hill, Jr. 906 Cedar Avenue College Preparatory “Jess” Always ready to lend a helping hand, A real true friend: Jess is grand. Basketball 10, 11; Dance Committee; Football 10D. 11D, 12D; Student Council 10. 11, 12 Treasurer; Track 10. 11, 12D; Sales Committee; Temple University Math Contest. Bernard Vincent Hines 622 Clifton Ave., Sharon Hill, Pa. General “Hinesy” Now here's a boy with two desires, Soda-jerking and washing cars. Chorus; Student Council; Track 11. Gertrud Hoelken 229 Londonderry Lane College Preparatory Special “Cert” A good student, a real true friend, Where else is there a better blend? Chorus; Student Council; Sales Committee. Gisela Hoelken 229 Londonderry Lane College Preparatory “Gigi' Girls like Gigi are lots of fun. Making joy for everyone. Dramatics; Sales Committee.. V 36 Barbara Anne Jones 121 S. Sixth Street Secretarial “Jonesy” Often seen but seldom heard, She always has a pleasant word. Commencement Usher; Dramatics; Hockey 10, 11, 12D; Student Secretary; Sales Committee. Elwood Claude Jones 133 Walter Ave., Sharon Hill, Pa. General “Jonesy” He is glad when school is done, So he can drive and have some fun. Chorus; Sales Committee. Irene A. Judge 617 Darby Terrace Bookkeeping “Renee” Renee is demure and really sweet, As nice a girl youd want to meet. Band Color Guard 12; Basketball 12; Dramatics; Junior Prom Committee; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee; Band 10, 11, 12 President. f Theodore J. Klee 142 Golf Road College Preparatory “Ted” He argued in the classroom; argued in the hall. Argued in the lunch room, over nothing at all. Monitor; Sales Committee. 37 Patricia Anne Logan 415 Spruce Street Secretarial “Pat” With life such an uncertain thing. We wish Hat luck in everything. Cheerleader 10, 111), 12D; Chorus; Junior Prom Committee; Play Usher; Student Secretary; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee. ? Irene M. Marsden 226 S. Fifth Street Secretarial “Buttons” Here's a girl who really can dance. Hut has her troubles with romance. Band Majorette 10, 111), 12D; Chorus; Class Secretary 10, 11; Dance Committee; Dramatics; Junior Prom Committee; Play Manager; Monitor; Student Secretary; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee. Walter Mason 927 Linden Ave., Sharon Hill, Pa. College Preparatory “Walt” Cheerful and small with a foghorn voice, By far, Mrs. Truxef’s favorite choice. Sales Committee. Edward W. McVey 105 S. Sixth Street College Preparatory “Ed” In geometry he did play. The lover of cars was Ed McVey. Sales Committee. 38 56 Madeline E. Moat 342 N. Tenth Street General “Moat” Always giggling: always gay. She hates work, but lives to play. Basketball 10, 111), 121); Chorus; Dramatics; Hockey 10, 111), 121); Volleyball; Sales Committee. Barbara Marie Nedelka 316 Berbro Street Secretarial “Duckie” Duckie is her name, Pleasing everyone is her aim. Chorus; Commencement Usher; Dance Committee; Dramatics; Junior From Committee; Student Secretary; Volleyball; Editor-in-Chicf of Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee; HI-Q Team; Foster Committee. Albert Paoletti 18 S. Eleventh Street Bookkeeping “Pickle” Pickle is always seen with a smile, His personality is real worth-while. Basketball 10, 11; Chorus; Dance Committee; Football 101), 111), 121); Junior From Committee; Monitor; Track 10; Sales Committee; Scenery Committee; Third Team All Delaware County Football Team. Leonard Lewis Paschall, Jr. 2878 East burn Road, Broomall. Fa. College Preparatory “Knob” In any sport Lens our favorite star, On any team he’s bound to go far. Baseball 10D, 111), 121); Basketball 11D, 12D; Class President 10, 12; Class Vice President 11; Dance Committee; Football 101), 11D, 12D; Captain; Junior From Committee; Student Council President 12; Sales Committee; Air Raid Warden; Honorable Mention To Ali-Phila and AH-Delco Football Teams. 39 John Pedrick 208 S. Fifth Street Bookkeeping “Parv” A silent lad, never sad, You'll find that he is always glad. Football Manager 12D; Sales Committee. John L. Phillis 102 S. Sixth Street General “Foot” Slow and easy; never a rare. Hours and minutes, always to spare. Basketball 10. 11; Basketball Manager 12D; Scenery Committee; Band 10, 11; Stage Crew. Virginia Powell 218 N. Front Street Bookkeeping “Ginny” Though Ginny is on the beam. She always roots for Darby s team. Band Color Guard 10. 11D, 12D Captain; Basketball 11, 12D; Dance Committee; Dramatics; Junior Prom Committee; Play Usher; Volleyball; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee. Justine Georgia Regner 116 S. Fourth Street College Preparatory “Reggie” Justine is witty and sticks to her studies, She's friendly and cheerful to all her buddies. Band 10D, 11D. 12D; Commencement Usher; Dance Committee; Dramatics; Orchestra; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee: HI-Q Team; “Oil Refiner For A Day.” 40 Edward Ryan 21 Bayard Ave., Sharon Hill, Fa. Bookkeeping “Bevo” Bevo will never get in dutch, As he never talks too much. Baseball 10D, 11D, 12D; Basketball 10, 11D, 12D; Student Council; Sales Committee; Air Raid Warden; Scenery Committee. 56 Robert Rosenstiehl 103 S. Third Street College Preparatory “Butch” A curly-haired guy always seen with a smile, To know Butch is well worth your while. Baseball 101), 11D, 121); Football 10, 11. Joseph Roye 229 N. Tenth Street College Preparatory “Joe” This lad is a jolly one, Wherever he is there's always fun. Basketball 10, 11; Chorus; Football 10, 11D, 121); Track 10, 12; Sales Committee. Richard Albert Schatz 315 Darby Terrace Bookkeeping “Dick” A nice boy with lots of pep, Everyone thought he was hep. Baseball 11, 121); Dramatics; Junior Prom Committee; Basketball Manager 10; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee. Lillian Schillinger 1107 Pine Street Bookkeeping “LilF They call her Lill; she's cute and small. And a friend she is to all. Band Majorette 10. 11D. 12D; Dance Committee; Junior Prom Committee; Play Usher; Yearbook Staff: Sales Committee. Eva M. Scott 230 Marks Avenue General “Scottie Aever u orried; never complaining, She's a girl u ho needs no explaining. Basketball 12; Chorus; Dramatics; Sales Committee. ' ■I HE Charles D. Settles 1025 Jackson St., Sharon Hill. Pa. General “Setts ’ Ladies were his every thought. Far and wise jor them he sought. Chorus; Football 10. 11. 12: Track 11D, 12D. Joyce Elaine Simpson 9 Mill Street General “J oycie” .Yerer disagreeable: fun-loving and gay, IT e’re elected Joyce tops in even way. Basketball 10. 12: Chorus; Sales Committee 42 56 George W. Siter 216 N. Sixth Street Bookkeeping “Spike” A dead end kid he'd like to he. But to us all a fine guy was he. Chorus; Dance Committee; Junior Prom Committee; Sales Committee; Scenery Committee. Patricia Dale Smith 22 N. MacDade Boulevard General “Pat” What a dull school this could be, If Pat's smiling face we could not see. Basketball 12; Chorus; Dramatics; Sales Committee. William W. Smith 512 Spruce Street College Preparatory “Kcff” Intelligent mind, not too tall, He's the guy that's on the ball. Dance Committee; Football 11, 12D; Junior Prom Committee; Sales Committee; Air Raid Warden. Daniel W. Starrett 71 S. Seventh Street College Preparatory “Dan” At the head of the class Dan could be. If only he wasn't so darn carefree. Chorus; Dramatics; Football 10, 11; Monitor; Orchestra; Student Council 10, 1-1 Vice President; Air Raid Warden; HI-0 Team; Temple University Math Contest. Charlotte Stauffer 1406 Chestnut Street General “Sherry” She's in school, five days a week, The other two she is home asleep. Basketball 10, 12; Chorus; Sales Committee. t Nancy Jane Strouphar 112 N. Seventh Street Secretarial “Stroupy” Nancy will catch him by and byy And he'll surely be one swell guy. Basketball 10, 11, 12D; Commencement Usher; Dance Committee; Hockey 10, 11, 12D; Junior Prom Committee; Play Usher; Student Secretary; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee. Betty Ann Studevan 711 Greenhill Road, Sharon Hill, Pa. General “Bett” Always happy; always gay, You're bound to see a smile each day. Chorus, Sales Committee. 44 Robert E. Syms 425 Darby Terrace College Preparatory “Bob” Bob was a gentleman quiet and shy, He sure was a terrific guy. Junior Class President; Football 11; Sales Committee. Dolores Tripp 220 Mulberry Street College Preparatory “Dee” Small in stature, but we didn't mind, 'Cause in cheering she was quite a find. Cheerleader 11, 12; Chorus; Commencement Usher; Dramatics; Junior Prom Committee; Yearbook Staff. Richard Tengler 19 Golf Road College Preparatory “Dick” Deep in his books was our studious friend, Sincere in his work to the very end. Baseball 10D, 111), 12D; Chorus; Class Historian; Football 10; Monitor; Student Council; Sales Committee; HI-Q Team; Sales Committee; Temple University Math Contest. Roden Thomas, Jr. Newlin and Clifton Ave., Sharon Hill, Pa. College Preparatory “Roddy” Big hands, broad smile, Alert student all the while. Chorus; Track 11, 12. 45 Marcia Helene Tucker 626 Pine Street College Preparatory- “Tuck” She always cheers with lots of pep. When it comes to dress she’s really hep. Cheerleader 10, 1 ID, 12D Captain; Chorus; Commencement Usher; Dance Committee; Dramatics; Junior Prom Committee; Play Usher; Volleyball; Yearbook Staff; Sales Committee; “Girl of tfie Month.” V Ronald Leroy Tyler 7702 Madison Ave., Philadelphia 42, Pa. College Preparatory “Ronnie” Ronnie is known for his many jokes, And entertaining all the folks. Baseball 10D; Basketball 10, 11D, 12D; Chorus; Football 10D, 11D, 12D; Junior Prom Committee; Monitor; Track 111), 12D; Yearbook Staff; Octette. Baseball Football William B. Van Zandt 208 S. Fourth Street College Preparatory “Stitch” In basketball Stitch fought hard, He’s our favorite guard. 10, 12; Basketball 10, 11D. 12D Captain; 11, 12D; Junior Prom Committee; Monitor; Sales Committee. L 73 Ruth Ellen Walley 951 Bonsall Ave., Sharon Hill, Pa. General “Ruthie” Ruth talks in every class, But works hard and expects to pass Chorus; Sales Committee. 46 Dorothy Mae Washington Hook Rd. and Tribbett Ave Sharon Hill, Pa. General “Dot” Here s a girl that’s tally But won’t play basketball. Sales Committee. Robert Jay Wasserman 700 Pine Street College Preparatory “Bob” Riding his Oldsmobiley The girls he did steal. Football 10, 11D, 12D; Track 10, 12. to Edith Constance Welsh 1154 Wycombe Avenue Secretarial “Connie” A swell galy A jitterbug and pal. Cheerleader 10, 11D, 12D Captain; Chorus; Commencement Usher: Junior Prom Committee; Play Usher; Student Secretary; Sales Committee. Fred Williams 1046 Orange Ave. Sharon Hill, Pa. General “Freddie” Quiet and smooth. Great in a phone booth. Student Council; Scenery Staff. James P. Yates 1110 Ash Avenue Sharon Hill, Pa. College Preparatory “Jim” In 'football and track, He was a cracker-jack. Football 11D, 12D; Track 11, 12D; Sales Committee. 48 ARLENE BALLARIO DAVID BENSON JOSEPH BLANDFORD JOANNE BOWEN WALLACE BRANCHE JULIUS BRIDDES BARBARA BURNS JANET CAMPBELL ANNE CANN DAVID CARDWELL JOAN CASNER MARLENE CLARK THERESA CLARK GREGORY COLEMAN VERNICE COURSEY JOHN CRESSMAN WALTER DAVISON JOHN DEMARCO JOYCE DENT ROBERT DERR DONALD DODD DANIEL DOUGHERTY EDMOND DOUGHERTY ELLA EARLEY HENRY EPRIGHT ALONZO FRANKLIN ROBERT GALE WINIFRED GARVIN CLARE GAUDIOSO WALTER GAUDIOSO WILLIAM GAUL THURSTON GAULT WILLIAM GRAFF CLARA GREEN MARLENE GROBES SHIRLEY GROFF CHARLES HAMPTON MAXINE HAMPTON RUTH HANNA GARY HARTMAN JAMES HILL BERNARD HINES GERTRUD HOELKEN GISELA HOELKEN FACTS ABOUT RECOGNIZED BY Her laughter Smile Track ability Chewing gum Clothes Quiet nature Big feet Tardiness “You fool” Jokes Her smile Personality Quietness Tiny ears Bow legs Many injuries Rolled sleeves His sincerity Sweetness Math ability Mumbling Wittiness His imitations Her dimples His hard work Glad rags Slim build Gossiping Quick wit Sharp clothes Crew cut Corny jokes Blushing Giggling Her haircuts Pigeon toes Simpleness Neatness Her talking Fickleness Fine clothes His walk Accent Her smile ENTHUSED BY Conversation T rack Girls Nice clothes Consumers Ed. Nice people History class Joe Tall boys Women teachers Dave Graduation Buddy History Pen pals Dismissal bell Jazz records Blondes Latin His Packard Sports Corny jokes Good puns Typing Weekends Jazz Track Men Clarabelle Cars Teasing girls Basketball Hot Rods Sports Movies Art Tookie Bernard Good times Girls Loud shirts Maxine Riding horses Art DESTINY Nurse Taxi driver College Pianist Graduation Minister Lawyer Housewife Hat checker Fly boy Bride Own dog-house Artist Crooner Trip to Moon Doctor Vocalist Easy life Second Dagmar Bachelor Play-boy Life of ease Navy College Historian Lecturer Olympic Champ Shangri-La Home-body Own a “Caddy” Mr. America Comedian Stock car racer Salesgirl Receptionist Model Hat designer Secretary Blues singer Bachelor Coach Swabbie Teach English Matrimony 50 OURSELVES RECOGNIZED BY ENTHUSED BY DESTINY BARBARA JONES Seriousness Vacations Career Girl ELWOOD JONES Corduroy pants Jalopies Hot Rodder IRENE JUDGE Friendliness Spanish class Flute player THEODORE KLEE Arguing English Politician PATRICIA LOGAN Pretty smile Fred Honeymoon IRENE MARSDEN Smart togs Convertibles Kresges WALTER MASON Talk Track All-American EDWARD McVEY His speeches English class Dog catcher MADELINE MOAT Her laugh Gerald Housewife BARBARA NEDELKA Busy schedule Boys Reporter ALBERT PAOLETTI His muscles Lifting weights Wrestler LEONARD PASCHALL His courage Football Statistician JOHN PEDRICK Sandy hair Short girls Big tycoon JOHN PHILLIS His stride Hair cuts Shoemaker VIRGINIA POWELL Hot Mercury Cars Hot Rodder JUSTINE REGNER Hairdo’s Males School Marm ROBERT ROSENSTIEHL Khaki pants Baseball Avid fan JOSEPH ROYE Clowning Parties M. C. EDWARD RYAN Sharpshooting Basketball Warrior RICHARD SCHATZ His ambition Typing Accountant LILLIAN SCHI LUNGER Curly hair Dancing Bookkeeper EVA SCOTT Soft voice Jimmy Singer CHARLES SETTLES His physique Females Air Force JOYCE SIMPSON Her height G. I.’s Tennessee GEORGE SITER Lateness Navy Navy Chief PATRICIA SMITH Argyle socks Collegians Lincoln U. WILLIAM SMITH Sober expression The A’s Hard work DANIEL STARRETT Carefree ways Lots of fun Pump gas CHARLOTTE STAUFFER Giggling Boys Graduation PATRICIA STAUFFER Pretty eyes Holidays Typist NANCY STROUPHAR Giddiness Attention Office clerk BETTY STUDEVAN Her silence Food Career girl ROBERT SYMS Curly hair ? ? ? Sports Hair stylist RICHARD TENGLER Crew cut Baseball Male nurse RODEN THOMAS Large hands Chemistry Farmer DOLORES TRIPP Her agility Athletics Co-Ed MARCIA TUCKER Cheerleading Whitey Live happily RONALD TYLER Crazy laugh Planes Office boy WILLIAM VAN ZANDT His walk Basketball Basketball Pro RUTH WALLEY Quick answers Cars Model DOROTHY WASHINGTON Height Alfred Wedding bells ROBERT WASSERMAN Loud talking Girls Run “Ma Pa' CONSTANCE WELSH Her dancing Tall boys Secretary FRED WILLIAMS His clothes Girls Bopster JAMES YATES Bragging Days off Orator 51 BEST ALL DAY BEST PERSONALITY SELDOM HEARD BEST ATHLETES MOST AMIABLE TEACHERS’ PESTS MOST CONGENIAL y? MOST TALKATIVE SOPHOMORE YEAR Not long ago. only three years, the Class of 1956 came into existence. We can easily remember the strangeness and glamour with which this new world was vested. For the first day or two we were quite forlorn, but then came the beginning of advanced knowledge. and we were simply swept off our feet by an unusually strong lasting storm of enthusiasm for the many things which were in store for us. Among the very first duties as a class was the selection of class officers and advisors. Under the guidance of our Principal, Mr. Saner, we chose as our advisors Mrs. Olive Dimmick and Mr. Timothy J. Brophy. To these two wonderful people we owe considerable gratitude for their most efficient management and counseling of our class business. Our Sophomore officers were: Leonard Paschall. President: Gregory Coleman. Vice President: Irene Marsden. Secretary; Robert Svms. Treasurer: Richard Tengler. Historian. Our campaign for a class treasury commenced with the sale of Christmas cards, followed by Christmas candy in our junior year. The funds received, with the aid of our charges, made us feel more like the strongly organized class that we were. The completion of the hockey season on October 27, 1953, revealed a perfect record and a job well done by Mrs. Haun and her varsity team. The football season was terminated on November 6th. The defeats of that year proved to be valuable experience for everyone, and we accepted them with a sportsmanlike attitude. November 20th saw the “Gobble Hop dance sponsored by the Student Council. It was a great success, and the music was provided by Mr. Strrit’s new student orchestra. “The Rhythm Ramblers. We had the honor of witnessing a memorable occasion in January’, 1954—the dedication of our new field-house. The basketball team played an exhibition game with our Collingdale High School guests and won. On March 6 the basketball season came to a glorious end. The Delaware County Coaches Tournament trophy and representation of our section in Class B district playoffs were among the team’s more commendable achievements. “Books and Crooks' was the title of the play performed on March 21. The co-stars. Flame Beckenstein and Thomas Hedges, and the supporting cast, all exhibited excellent acting talents. Our first year was completed with such events as Mr. Stmt's band concert on May 5. Miss Erskine's Music Festival on Mav 21. and our annual Spring Festival on May 13. An event not to be forgotten was the Junior Prom on May 14. entitled “Stairwa to the Stars. Our Sc phomore year is finished and now a thing of the past. Never again will we enjoy such hours of tun and happiness known only 54 TURNING BACK to one beginning his high school career. It was a year of accomplishments; one that awoke many high ideals and ambitions. JUNIOR YEAR The autumn of 1954 discovered our class entering into the full radiance of its power. The strangeness and uncertainty of the previous year had disappeared, and we eagerly returned to forge ahead and conquer the junior year with the same spirit of the sophomore year. Those elected to hold the positions of our junior class officers were Robert Svms, President; Leonard Paschall, Vice President; Irene Marsden. Secretary; Donald Dodd, Treasurer and Richard Tengler, Historian. The football season ended on November 19 with Coaches William E ans and Robert Young doing a very thorough job of introducing the “T formation again. It had not been used at Darby for quite a few years. The hockey team remained champions when on November 22 they completed another year with a perfect record. We can all look back on these victories with a great deal of pride. This year the members of the chorus had the extreme pleasure of working with Mr. Anthony Dijulio for his first Christmas program in Darby. Compliments were received by all at the conclusion. The auditorium, overflowing with laughter, was the scene of the annual play. “Mr. Co-Ed, on February 16, 1955. The director. Mr. Kerchner, with the co-stars, Andy Carson and Eleanor Hanna, were well supported by a superb cast. On March 5 both the girls and boys’ basketball schedules came to a close as. Coaches Haun and Solar led the teams through a triumphant season. We were very proud of our great Paul Kelso who was placed on the All-State basketball team. The success of the Easter and Music Festival programs, held on April 1 and 15 respectively. is indicative of the thanks which is due to Mr. Dijulio for cultivating our musical appreciation. Of particular interest THE CLOCK . . . in the Easter program was the very difficult and inspiring “Hallelujah Chorus.” On May 13 the Junior Prom was held at the Lansdowne Country Club. We considered it the most important one because wc were solely responsible for the success or failure. This June the baseball team emerged from its season with a record which was greatly improved over the preceding years. The excellent coaching of Mr. Rothberg and the determination of the boys were manifested in their performances. Mr. Young’s first year with the track team is to be truly complimented with its second position in the District and a first in the state 220-yard race. SENIOR YEAR Then we became seniors. Among the students there reigned an air of reserve and dignity. Our powers of concentration became developed to the utmost, and we started immediately to work, for we had something definite to strive for—a brilliant goal to attain. It seemed hard to believe that we were ever those small, inconspicuous sophomores. Our elected representatives were Leonard Paschall. President; Gregory Coleman. Vice President; Clare Gaudioso, Secretary; Donald Dodd. Treasurer and Richard Tengler. Historian. A renewed spirit which had a benevolent effect on the team's win and loss record, was exhibited both on and off the football field this year. We were all greatly amazed at the impetus with which the team began the season when they brought home the Darby-Lansdowne miniature goal post. Mr. Streit’s active leadership of the band was continually admired by all when the campaign for new band uniforms was in progress. Also, again this year he arranged a very lively musical, which consisted of professional musicians from many of the leading bands in the entertainment world. At Christmas Mr. Dijulio and the chorus gave us a program which was compared with the more superior in Darby’s history. This year we experimented with two new methods of raising funds for the various activities in the school resulting in considerable profits. The Alumni games were held on January 13. Defeating our former upperclassmen was quite a thrill. The Student Council also came up with the idea of showing a recent movie in the auditorium. At the end of February the basketball schedules were completed. Our teams were ably represented by us in a new league which offered some very stiff competition. Our boys played great ball to reach the finals in the annual Delaware County Kiwanis Basketball tournament. Satisfaction, sportsmanship and learning to work together were not the only rewards received by our teams. On November 10th our football squad was tendered a very enjoyable dinner at the Media Inn. Then on March 15 our basketball teams and cheerleaders were presented with a very fine dinner at the same inn. On May 25th we attended the Athletic Dance sponsored by the Home and School Association. The month of May saw the Spring Festival, as well as the vocal and instrumental music festivals; events which we always looked forward to with great interest. This was the month in which the Darby Teachers’ Association held a dinner in honor of Mr. George Ball who was to retire at the time of our graduation as caretaker of the athletic facilities. Then came the last Junior Prom of our high school days. It was held on May 4 at the Cynwyd Club to the fine music of Abe Neff and his orchestra. It was really appropriate that the Prom was built around the idea of a crystal ball since we wondered, about that time, what the future had in store for us. We will never forget the deep impression which the Baccalaureate sermon made upon us June 3rd. One of the most important events in our lives took place on June 7— Commencement! I know that each one of us did a great deal of reminiscing that night. It is difficult to close this history without a word of sadness at the concluson of our school lfe. We leave with the hope that the future classes may hold our Alma Mater in the high esteem that we do, and that she may always serve to others as a true inspiration for the better things in life. THOUGHT FOR THE FUTURE: That man is a success who has lived wel laughed often and loved much; who has gained the respect of intelligent men and the love of children; who has filled his niche and accomplished his task; who leaves the world better than he found it, whether by an improved poppy, a perfect poem or a rescued soul; who never lacked appreciation of earth’s beauty or failed to express it; who looked for the best in others and gave the best he had. —ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON 55 ATHLETICS HAIL DARBY HIGH SCHOOL We were always proud of our teams for their terrific desire to play and for their wonderful display of good sportsmanship. COACH EVAN5 GRID - MEN mu 5Ui.lv rv :: ©rerfh ©MWtH. Oroyar.. Jatir«r. TT-. ?aife. Cyiiifvv.. 5ai;v'i|;iui 3felii. EUfl.Udiii, Oifti.1t, J-. .fetmtftm 5Uskiii, Xiiilcjiigtiinv. fuacb: Young... YKtiilltf •. •• ■:• � 4f :.’Wlgh«!i:-. K. bU.(r. '•;� .' ? . (uuiisuh, '-Vas-IfwiBoi). Sutiffii. Will, Ottoman 36t- . ••! , f. ..iiiinfii. .'r. ni r j� : S.'f i.-v. tfiianifarrf;. Dnughortyr .'nitit, ,'ttiii, XimZamii; TsscSinil.. Our gridsters crashed the opponents' lines, stopped their backs and scored manv touchdowns. When the final season score was read we found our team enjoved a fine record. It was great to see them defeat Lans-downe. Yeadon. Clifton Heights and Lower Moreland. The teams that defeated us knew they were in a tough game all the way. Our offense and defense clicked throughout the season and we were thrilled with the fine performance of our team. Much credit goes to Coaches Evans and Y oung. _______— COACH YOUNG GREG COM-H ESTHER UMJ Coach Haun, Strouphar, Garvin, Jones, Ruhl, Grobes, Hampton, Mackrey, Dougherty, Ford, Kennard, Coursey, Moat. Manager Boyd. “Give me that old Darby spirit.” These words can always be applied to the “Ramettes.” The girls pulled through the season in very good style, and played hard, fast hockey as Coach Haun’s teams always do. We all feel sure the team of next year will continue to play winning hockey in spite of the fact that six seniors will be lost to the squad. To Mrs. Haun and her squad of 1956—keep that spirit going. May you achieve the greatest possible success. CAUI. PASCHALL Standing: Manager Phillis. Clifton. Phillis. Gault. Ciachorowski, Hoffman. Maloney, Coach Solar. Kneeling: Manager Co’mroe, Tyler. Paschall. VanZandt, Gaul. Ryan. N ZANDT GAULT SHARPSHOOTERS COACH SOLAR This team ranks with the best ever produced at Darby High School. No team in our history had so many players on it that fired the basketball at the hoop with so much frequency and accuracy. It was the highest scoring team to ever represent our school. Among the top scorers were Captain Bill VanZandt. Tuss Gault, Warren Clifton, Stan Ciachorowski and Ed Ryan. The fine team play and shooting earned these hoys seventeen glorious victories during the season. We were very proud of our team when it reached the finals in the annual Delaware County Kiwanis Basketball tournament. Coach Solar regrets losing this fine array of players, but feels sure another great team can be built around Ciachorowski, Clifton, Maloney, Phillis, Hoffman and Stanford returning next year. We hope our fine basketball tradition will for many years. SPEEDSTERS POWELL STKOUPHAR GROBES MOAT RUHL COACH HAUN DOUGHERTY HAMPTON Coach Haun. Moat, Mackrey, Dougherty, Hampton, Ruhl. Grobes. Strouphar, Powell. Nuyannes, Managers Ford, Magill. NIJYANNNES Fine passing, clean shooting, and wonderful teamwork gave our girls another successful season. The team reflected the thorough coaching of Mrs. Haun with many fine victories. Madeline Moat, Virginia Powell and Maxine Hampton did a great job in splitting the cords for many important goals. Most of the goals were made possible by some outstanding defensive work by our guards. Marlene Grobes, Madeline Moat, Maxine Hampton, Virginia Powell and Nancy Strouphar are the only seniors that will not be with the squad next year. However, with at least twenty gifls returning next season, we are confident that our girls will be molded into another great team. The 1956 baseball season showed much promise of being one of the best enjoyed by our school. Our book went to press before the season began, but we could not miss hitting the top with such veterans as George Green, Len Paschall. James Ammon, Don Dodd, Dick Tengler, Len Martin, Tom Tarbotton, Bob Rosenstiehl, Bob Paskill, John McCormick, Wayne Hepfer and Edward Peel returning to form a strong nucleus for a successful team. The squad will also be strengthened by the many good players coming up from the junior high team. Our best wishes go to Mr. Rothberg and the boys. We know they will mold themselves into a strong unit and make Darby a top contender. As we awaited delivery of our yearbooks Coach Young put out his call for track candidates with a feeling of confidence that this will be the best season ever. Prospects looked good with such seasoned veterans as Bob Gale, Ron Tyler. Dave Benson. Pat Maloney, Bob Conyer, Joe Blandford and Bernie Hines. These hoys will be aided by James Hill, Greg Coleman, Roden Thomas. Len Stanford. George Earland, Leon Moore. Tom Gale and others. This promises to be the largest and best track squad we have had in many years. Darby has always been fortunate in sending boys to the annual State championships, and we hope to be just as lucky this coming season. ACTIVITIES TO THEE WE SING We completed our junior year with a memorable Prom at the 20th Century Club. This was only a fore-runner to the many delightful activities held in our final year at Darby Senior High School. RECORDERS OF TIME PHOTOGRAPHY STAFF Vernice Coursey, David Cardwell, Marlene Grobes. SECRETARIAL STAFF Nancy Strouphar, Clare Gaudioso, Maxine Hampton, Irene Marsden, Pat Logan. EDITORIAL STAFF Winifred Garvin, Justine Regner, James Hill, Joan Cas ner, Ruth Hanna (not in picture). TAFF Walter Green. Gaudioso, Lillian BARBARA NEDELKA Editor-in-Chief The job is done! All of my deepest feelings of appreciation go to the members of the Staff for their full cooperation in making this book one of the best in Darby history. ATHLETIC STAFF Marcia Tucker, Ronald Tyler. Patricia Logan. COLOR GUARD MAJORETTES STRUT’N HIGH MR. ALBERT R. STREIT Director Hats off to Mr. Streit and the band for another successful season. The impressive showing of this organization added color and delight to all of our football games. Along with the numerous marches and school songs, several novelties were featured. Among these were “The Yellow Rose of Texas,” The Pumpkin Mambo,” and the “Jolly Good Fellow.” The last named feature was a special salute to Mr. George Ball who will retire at the time of our Graduation after many years of service to our school system. Best wishes to Mr. Streit and the band members for many good seasons to come. YEA DARBY With the swish of skirts and the “FIGHT, DARBY HIGH” spirit, our cheerleaders did much to bring enthusiasm and pep to our teams in victory or defeat. These energetic lasses, under the guidance of their coach Mrs. James, were bubbling with spirit throughout all the athletic seasons. The squad was composed of ten girls and led by three senior captains, Pat Logan, Marcia Tucker and Connie Welsh. Under the leadership of these girls our vigorous “pep rallies” did much to give the student body vim and zest. YEA DARBY! MRS. G. JAMES Coach Members of ihe squad: Collins, Saunders, Mervine, McGill, Tucker, Welsh, Logan, Wasserman, Groff, Tripp. HEAR MUSIC We shall always remember the many hours of tuneful entertainment given us by Mr. Dijulio and his talented Glee Club i Atkins and his trombone gave us bright tunes of delight. Dan Starrett and his trusty “big fiddle.” MR. ANTHONY DIJULIO, Director OUR PROM ... Finally the night arrived and what could have been a more appropriate theme than “Thanks for the Memories.” The exciting and glorious evening passed all too quickly. However, the memories shall linger with us forever. As we look back, we can still remember the music of A1 Raymond and his orchestra as well as the dancing we enjoyed at the 20th Century Club. We wish to express to all who helped make our Junior Prom a success our “Thanks for the Memories.” 81 MR. CO-ED Mrs. Colgate-Brewster appears a bit distressed. Homer is up to no good! THE CAST Bernice Bram berry Carol Wood, Ruby Nolan Ruth Kennedy Ardys Underwood .... Janice Curry...... Eustacia Hayworth Homer Quackenbush Pauline Pooley Geraldine Carr Oliver Lee Oliver Emily Manning Lotus Smith ....... Cobina Colgate-Brewster Gilbert Glyer Juanita Saunders ’55 Louise Arthur ’55 Marcia Tucker ’56 Ruth Hanna ’56 Mary Curl ’55 Irene Marsden ’56 Bonita Williams 57 James Dorsey ’55 Joan Siegfried ’55 ____Marie Wood ’55 Dennis Glovach 55 Eleanor Hanna 55 Andrew Carson ’55 Shirley Ross 55 Daniel Starrett 56 Directed by— MR. HERBERT R. KERCHNER MR. JOHN C. POLLOCK This was by far one of the most amusing and entertaining plays ever presented in our school. Based on the theme of boy impersonating girl, the play took place in a women’s college on the brink of bankruptcy. Lotus Smith, played by Andrew Carson, had the audience in stitches as he tried to act as a female. Several romances and troublesome situations which took place added to the comedy of the play. The hilarious romance of Lotus and Emily will always be remembered. Orchids to Mr. Kerchner and Mr. Pollock for a good job. Boy. what a cast! Who looks unhappy now? Oh. my achin' back! Swarthinore College football coach Lew Elverson awarding varsity “D” to Bill Gaul in tin presence of Coach Evans at the football banquet. Ho-Hum—From one class to the ne t. The beauties of the Band. STUDENT COUNCIL The Council under the leadership of Mr. Pollock worked very closely with the student body and administration in its_ many projects during the year. There was evident a wider interest in school activities, and a genuine loyalty to our school and its principles. Among the many jobs performed were student elections, charity drives, pep rallies and auditorium programs. The group did much to increase our traditional “school spirit.” SENATE ART The activities of this group were open to those who had special art talent, and for those who were interested in developing this skill. Miss Szieleit spent many hours instructing the members in the fundamentals of color, design and composition. The members also indulged in the work of ceramics, stage scenery, posters and clay. It was always a pleasure to see the fine display in the art room. CRAFTS What do you want repaired? What stage scenery do you need? Those were the type of questions the craftsmen took care of. Their fine work was always admired during any of our school plays. They salvaged many a piece of furniture which was about to become useless. Mr. Phillips was always on hand to advise the boys in order to help complete their work and to learn something new about woodwork. DANCE BAND Mr. Albert Streit did a terrific job in organizing our talented students into an outstanding dance band. It was always great to hear the smooth rhythms of the band during some of our dances, and in our auditorium programs. It was hard to believe that people with comparatively little experience could start and finish with such melodic tunes. Those “hot” saxophones and “smooth” clarinets will always ring in our ears. 87 FOOTBALL Coaches Evans and Young spent most of the time in these meetings discussing with their boys the fundamentals of blocking and tackling. Much thought was also given to the Darby type of offense and defense. These sessions afforded the boys a good opportunity to ask many questions in order to clear up any of the problems that might occur in a game. This club was established a year ago and proved its value in the increased number of victories our varsity team achieved this season. There is no doubt that the boys are getting a good football background. and will result in even better teams. GLEE CLUB We have always enjoyed the fine Christmas and Easter programs rendered us by the choral group. Each performance usually lasted about an hour, but few people realize the many hours the members of this club spent in rehearsal. Mr. I)iJulio transferred his serious effort to his singers, and they loved to spend so much time preparing for a program. Vocal music in our school has improved greatly in the last few years, and is one of our outstanding activities. HOCKEY Those who love this game never get enough of it. Thus it was felt wise to offer a hockey cluh for those girls who wanted to spend extra time on the field. Coach Haun and the girls take this hour very seriously and study the game thoroughly. Many girls have made the happy discovery that they can play the game. In fact, this has given a number of the girls enough confidence in themselves to become candidates for the varsity hockey team. MATHEMATICS Any college preparatory student who felt the need for more instruction in Mathematics took advantage of this hour each week. Its remedial process proved to he very beneficial, and reflected itself in the dasswork these people did. Mr. Rothberg worked with each member individually so that maximum instruction could be given. Many hours were also spent in studying the subject on a college level so that these students would know what would be expected of them in the higher halls of learning. These people learned there is no mystery in Mathematics. PROJECTIONISTS It is an accepted fact that visual education has become a vital part in our schools. As a result, many of our classes are taught with the help of moving pictures. Miss McMichaels spent a great deal of time teaching students how to operate and maintain the many visual aids in our school. These students operated the projectors for the classes very efficiently, and rarely experienced the embarrassment of break-downs in the equipment. A great deal of thanks go to these fine operators and their sponsor. SECRETARIES The girls of the Secretarial Course spent part of each week doing work for teachers. Each girl was assigned as a secretary to a teacher, apd spent many hours typing and taking dictation. This experience was very beneficial to the girls since it gave them the chance to do actual office work. Mrs. James, the sponsor of this group, asked each teacher to rate the work of his secretary. These reports gave the girls an idea of the type of work they did, and whether they needed any improvement. CLASSES PRIDE, HONOR, GLORY, LOVE BEFORE THEE BOW. ________ Part of the fun at the football game was between halves when we ate those delicious hot dogs and drank soda pop. MR. GRAYDON WOOD Advisor 92 HELEN BARNES Historian HOMEROOM 105 HOMEROOM 107 HOMEROOM 208 HOMEROOM 201 HOMEROOM 203 HOMEROOM 206 MR. HERBERT R. KERCHNER Advisor SOPHOMORES MISS VIRGINIA D. McMICHAEL Advisor EDWARD HAUSE President THOMAS FAGAN Treasurer RENAUL ABEL Vice President BARBARA FANUCCHI Secretary MARJORIE COLLINS Historian ALWAYS IN OUR THOUGHTS Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Allen Mr. Albert Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Albert Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Harry Andrews Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Arnold 111 Mr. George C. Bach Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Ballario Mrs. Betty J. Bannon Barbara and Bob The Barfoots Bauer’s Food Store Mr. John C. Beckett Mr. and Mrs. Norman Benson Mrs. Charlotte Bishop Mr. Wilbert C. Bishop M iss Rachel Blandford Mrs. Rachel Blandford Mr. Hal Biitman Miss Catharine A. Boggess ’55 Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Bowen Mr. Charles Briddes Mr. and Mrs. J. Briddes Mr. Timothy J. Brophy Mr. and Mrs. Charles Buchborn Mr. and Mrs. Donald Burns The Campbell Family Mr. and Mrs. Andrew N. Cann Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cann Mr. Ralph Caracciolo Mr. and Mrs. Fred Cardwell Mr. and Mrs. Frank Carmine Mr. and Mrs. L. Casner Mr. and Mrs. Peter H. Castelli Cpl. James L. Cates Mrs. Edwin Childs Clark Son. Electricians Mr. and Mrs. Edward Clark Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Clark Mrs. Roberta Clark Mrs. Thomas Clark Mr. and Mrs. Arthur M. Cooper Mr. and Mrs. Mack Council Mr. and Mrs. Edward Crist Mr. George Currie Mr. and Mrs. George Davis Mrs. N. Davison Mr. Edward B. Deery Mr. and Mrs. Rudy DeilaVecchio Mr. and Mrs. Robert DeMarco Mr. Ronald DeMarco Mr. and Mrs. Richard E. Dennis Mr. and Mrs. Elmer H. Dent Miss Lanora J. Dent Mrs. Emma Derr Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Derr Mr. and Mrs. Anthony DiBona Pastor James B. Diffenderfer Mrs. Olive H. Dimmick Doc, Walt. Dan and Spike Mr. and Mrs. Donald Dodd Don’s Gym, Folcroft Mr. James Dorsey Miss Barbara Dougherty Mrs. Lydia Dougherty Miss Violetta Dowell Duckie Mr. Sam Dugross Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Earley Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Epright Mrs. Anna Fischer Miss Ellen Franklin ’50 Mr. and Mrs. James Franklin Mrs. Mary Frazier Mr. and Mrs. Bill Furman Mr. and Mrs. William Furman Betty and Audrey Gale Joseph and Ella Gale Mr. and Mrs. Moses Garvin Mr. and Mrs. D. Gaston George Gaudioso. Jr. Mr. Joseph Gaudioso Mrs. Lucille Gaudioso Mrs. Mary Gaudioso Miss Alva J. Gault Rev. Harvey L. Gault Mrs. Harvey L. Gault Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Gibbs Ginny and Lee Mrs. Miriam Godomski Mrs. Fannie Govens Mrs. Emily Graff Mr. and Mrs. William Graw Mrs. Jeanette Green Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Griffin Mrs. Beulah Grobes Mr. and Mrs. George C. Groff Mr. Jimmy Gunn Mr. and Mrs. Morris Hallock Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hampton Mr. and Mrs. John Hampton Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hanna Mr. Marshall Hansen Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Hartman Mr. and Mrs. William Hatzel Mr. and Mrs. Lester Hawk Miss Dorthean N. Haynes Mr. and Mrs. Henry L. Haynes Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Healy Mrs. Trimalla F. Henderson Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Hildreth Mrs. Geneva II. Hill Mr. and Mrs. Thomas S. Hill Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius M. Hines Mr. and Mrs. Richard Hoffman Miss Loretha Holloway Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Huber James and Net ’56 Mr. and Mrs. Corner C. James Jan and Bob Mr. and Mrs. Ted Jasper Mr. and Mrs. W'illiam Jasper, Sr. Joan and Dave Mrs. Clara M. Johnson Mrs. Corine Johnson Mr. John Jones Mrs. Lucille Jones Mr. William C. Judge Mr. and Mrs. E. Kalin Mrs. Jane Kennard Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Kerchner Mrs. Ruth King Mr. Kenneth R. Kinsey Miss Kathaleen C. Klee Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Klee Miss LaVerne A. Ledbetter Mr. Elsworth Lee Lill and Dick Mr. and Mrs. Joe Linsey Mr. and Mrs. William K. Linvill Mr. and Mrs. H. James Logan Capt. and Mrs. Percy W. Logan, Jr. Mrs. Percy W. Logan. Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Logan Mr. and Mrs. George L. Long Mr. and Mrs. Carl Lott Mrs. Elsie MacAuslin Mr. and Mis. William Macey Mr. and Mrs. James I. Mackrey Mrs. Agnes MacPherson Miss Sharon MacQuiston Susan and John Madden Mr. John Madgett Majestic Restaurant Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Mammarelli Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Marsden Mr. William Marsden Mrs. Joe Martin Mr. and Mrs. George D. Marvil The Massey Family Mr. and Mrs. Frank McCluskey Mr. and Mrs. Oliver W. McGaw Miss Joanne McGill Mr. and Mrs. Peter McKeon Miss Joan E. McLaine Mr. John V. McNamara Mrs. Edward McVey Mr. and Mrs. Harry Meister Miss Barbara Mervin Mickey and Toni Mr. and Mrs. G. Millaway Joan and Jim Miller Mr. and Mrs. Howard Mitchell Mrs. Ruth Mitchell Mr. C. I. Moat Mrs. Rachel Mobley Janie Moore ’55 Mr. Edwin R. Murray Mr. and Mrs. J. Nedelka Mr. and Mrs. Donald Packett Mr. Guido Paoletti Mrs. Vera Paoletti M iss Dottie Paschall Kip Paschall Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Paschall Mr. and Mrs. Howard Patrick Paul and Marcia Peanut and Pat Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Phillips Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Phillips Mr. and Mrs. Arthur A. Phillis. Sr. Mr. and Mrs. James E. Pollock Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Pritchett Ray and Sis Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Reese Henry A. Regner III Mrs. Olga W. Regner Renee and Frank Miss Madonna Reynolds Mr. and Mrs. John O. Roberts Mr. and Mrs. George Robinson Mr. and Mrs. Robert Robinson Miss Bess Robson Mr. and Mrs. William Rochester The Rogers Family Mr. Harvey G. Rosenstiehl Mr. and Mrs. H. Rosenstiehl Mr. and Mrs. Fred D. Roye Mr. James Roye Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ryan Mr. and Mrs. J. Wallace Saner Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Savoy Mr. and Mrs. N. Scamuffo Mr. I.enard Schatz Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Schatz. Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Schell Mr. Albert Schillinger Mr. and Mrs. Martin Schillinger Mr. and Mrs. Marty Schillinger. Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Insley Scott Mrs. Minnie Seegers Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Settles Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Settles Mrs. Cynthia Sharpe Mr. and Mrs. Norman Sibley Sigma Delta Sorority M iss Alvira Simms Mr. and Mrs. Robert Simpson Mr. Elmer H. Singley Mr. and Mrs. C. Milbourne Smith Eleanor Smith ’55 Mr. and Mrs. George Smith Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Smith Mr. and Mrs. William W. Smith Mr. and Mrs. Herman W. Solar Mrs. Rita Speak M rs. Marion Spence Miss Julia M. Stanford Mr. and Mrs. Frank Starrett Mr. and Mrs. Frank Starrett. Jr. Miss Karen Starrett Miss Sara K. Starrett Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stauffer Charlotte and Patricia Stauffer Mr. and Mrs. Frank Steen Mrs. Anna H. Steward Miss Christine Stewart Mrs. Cecil Stout Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Streit Mr. and Mrs. John Strouphar Miss Lorraine Strouphar Mrs. Mary Studevan Mrs. Katherine Surdam Mr. and Mrs. George Syms Ted. Jess and Len Mr. and Mrs. John Thomas Mr. and Mrs. John L. Thompson Mrs. Mary Louise Tibbs Mr. and Mrs. Maurice L. Tiffany Mr. and Mrs. W'alker Toatley, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. William Trent Mr. and Mrs. Reynal Tripp Mr. William Tripp Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Tucker Miss Ronee Rae Tucker Mrs. Rebecca Tull Mr. Jesse Turner Mr. Roland Turner 12 Secretarials Mr. Harry Tyler Mr. and Mrs. James Tyler Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Uletti Mr. and Mrs. B. VanZandt Mrs. Grace VanZandt Mr. and Mrs. James Verlander Mr. J. S. Verlenden Mr. and Mrs. F. Volk Mr. and Mrs. Robert Walker Mrs. E. W. Warlow Mr. Robert Wasserman Mrs. Justine Weiner Mrs. Lee Wells Mr. and Mrs. Perry Welsh Mr. Fred R. Werner Mr. and Mrs. J. Whales The Whitehead Family Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Whitehead Dr. and Mr . F. T. Wickis Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Williams Mr. and Mrs. Creswell Williams Leroy “Saddle” Williams Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Wilson Mr. Fred Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Fred Winand Mr. John F. Winand Winnie from “Tucks” Mr. and Mrs. Graydon C. Wood Miss Lillian M. Wynne Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Yandell. Jr. Jessie P. Yarborough Mr. and Mrs. John E. Yates Miss Lucille E. Yates 97 4 Ti onct £ — On behalf of the Class of 1956 I wish to express our thanks and deep appreciation to the following people for the cooperation they extended us to help crystallize into this book our happy and beneficial days spent at Darby Senior High School. ALLAN STUDIO 10 S. Tenth Street Philadelphia. Pa. MR. HERMAN W. SOLAR For helpful suggestions MISS HELEN SZIELEIT For art suggestions TAYLOR-MADE YEARBOOKS Dallas, Texas MRS. CORA C. TRUXEL For proof-reading YEARBOOK STAFF For a terrific job BARBARA NEDELKA Editor-in-Chief 98 IN MEMORIAM E. V. LIBERACE, M.D. The Class of 1956 and the faculty remember with regret the passing of Dr. Liberace who served our school as medical examiner for a number of years and as a member of the School Board since 1941. We wish to express our deepest sympathy to his family and friends. His interest in and support of the children in the Darby schools will be sorely missed. 99 IN MEMORIAM pzk£JiDjV£b 5yT 5 Vyy f - ' ■ ..- A!7 � ££=, “ ™ j ' f tt ? 0 «. ........ 3 V 0 7 ■ V