Dieruff High School - Ledannus Yearbook (Allentown, PA)

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This is the staff, HENRY J. WEIDNER Principal Mr. Henry J. Weidner, Dieruff High School’s first principal, is well liked for his personal service to Dieruff. He is re- sponsible for the operation of the school, and most important to us, he is respon- sible for the academic progress and gen- eral welfare of all pupils. His work be- gan before the school’s official opening in 1959 and still continues. Because of his ceaseless efforts to make Dieruff an outstanding school, we have enjoyed the most challenging and fulfilling years of our school life. Administration at Dieruff RUSSELL P. BEAR Administrative Assistant Mr. Russell P. Bear is the very capable assistant to Mr. Weidner. His major du- ties are the accounting of attendance and enforcement of discipline. Although he is kept extremely busy with his work, he is never too occupied to offer advice to those seeking his assistance and counsel. He has a sincere interest and concern for the welfare of the students and fac- ulty, and does all he can to see that a pleasant atmosphere remains a part of school life. We shall remember him best for all his helpfulness and understand- ing, and especially his congeniality. 12

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In Memoriam ARTHUR J. NAGLE 1903-1960 With solemn regret, we mark the sudden passing of Arthur J. Nagle, an out- standing figure in the administrative and teaching staffs of the Allentown School District since 1925. Not only will he be noted for his zealous efforts in the development of the team concept, but also his outstanding influence in innumerable community affairs. In our hearts we will always reserve a place in memory of one who served so well as administrator, teacher, and friend. Regarding life’s erratic span We cannot think of days or weeks The true measure of a man Is how he thinks and does and speaks. A friend of all, his basic creed Permitted only what was right His main concern—the children's need Gave direction to the fight. A fighter he. but ever ready To apply the softer touch With laughter, and with handclasp steady Would that there were others such! He now regards from Heaven above The critic’s stones of sharp intent These we must use with faith and love To raise the noblest monument. Farewell, we pledge the best we can To live, and work, and ever seek The true measure of a man In how we think, and do, and speak. —Paul J. Fink 11

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The very best staff, DOROTHY E. FILER Girls’ Counselor THOMAS M. B. SCHRADER Boys’ Counselor ALMA W. HOLLAND School Nurse