Florence Township Memorial High School - Clavis Yearbook (Florence, NJ)

Text from Pages 1 - 80 of the 1951 volume:

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HI., nl ' nl- 'iii'? . fn- , ' ' mix 1 I ' 2 , K 1 - --.Ml-' . , .N f s.-uk 4 4 v zf:L3,?q:gg'bJsz J-59: I 1 1 cp: 'S 5 .' 111' fff'f 'p1.:' 1551.1-'f'Pi ' . 35: 1 n 1 V. af Nw V 32, - ,V , v. 'Vffgf -,'g'i,f,1 : -. f--'. '.' -1':.n'. ' 'fr f-fv 4 -7' Wh. 2 44.15 TNT :Z ' , us, nv., ,- 'i .- A' -2,4 1 ITL'- I . X , v-5 , ' r fx KL- fs. 'Q sr: Lx. .f .- ,vt . ,.. E' f'Tv3',1',,,1A?'-, , r ..:?eE:.fliu-mi fm -..1xL.fSf'z4k. The Senior Class ol Florence Township High School presents the C'la1IiA I 951 Florence, New lersey THE CLAVIS Brings the Story of a Typical American High School A story as old as the secondary school is told in a typical American community, high above the beautiful Delaware in scenic Burlington County. There, a struggling progressive citi- zenry is building a new modern plant to house their high school in which they believe. Young in tradition, yet strong in loyalty and influence on its students, Florence High School is making its spirit felt throughout the state. Only in a democratic country and under earnest leadership could these sacrifices have been made against such tremendous odds. The hearts of the students are full of beautiful thoughts and memories as they leave behind them the year 1951. some of which the Clavis will record here. Memories of high school days are dear to every American who is what he is because an American institution, however small, has moulded him into a fine American citizen. The gratitude of the students flashes through these pages. This is our High School! ELAINE LUYBER Editor-in-Chief . L A ' 1 ' SQ11c2LLifl ,XX Lfdptiv ' sscflbabw- if-, ,gi Ta6le 0 Con ten tA ADMINISTRATION . . . HONORS .......... UNDERCLASSMEN . . . SENIORS ....................... 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We bestow this honor upon Dr. Moreland to show our appreciation for his vision in planning our new high school, and indeed in helping it to be- come a reality, We feel that Dr. Moreland best typifies the spirit of our 1951 yearbook . . . Florence High School, a truly American School, in a typical Democratic community. With his unfailing service to our high school, his courage, and optimism, he has furnished us with inspiring leadership. Dr. Moreland began his studies with a two and one-half year course at the University of Southern California, in Los Angeles. He then went on to receive the following: A.B. at the University of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado, in 1925: M.A. in 1930 at Colorado State College of Education, in Greeley, Colorado: concluded his studies at Teachers' College, Columbia University, in New York City, where he obtained his E.D.D. in 1940: and then came to Florence in 1941. Our Supervisor feels that the new high school building, to be completed in the near future, will become the core of our larger and greater community of tomorrow. This new building is so constructed to make possible the addition of a wing in later years. With this wing, if necessary, a junior high school of seventh and eighth grades can also be maintained in this institution in the years to come. If junior colleges are later required after high school, due to present crowded facilities in colleges, we shall be able to meet the problem and handle up to 3,000 students in all. Never before in all his years of experience has Dr. Moreland found greater support given by the townspeople for so worthy a cause. Undaunted by high costs and present threats to the United States and world peace, the citizens backed the plan to give their children and future generations the center of a great community. To the Graduating Class of 1951, Dr. Moreland wishes to extend his con- gratulations for their unselfish support. l-le further stated that he felt the mem- bers of this class would continue to be successful if they maintain the same attitude they have had while working under the inadequate facilities of the present school, bedication MISS MARCELLA DUFFY The theme for the 1951 Yearbook, Florence Township High School is a typical school in an American community, presents a real challenge to I h S h l. the Community, Students and Faculty o t e c oo Do we want it to be typical? Yes, of the good things in our Community. No, of any of the poor conditions we Hnd here. Bringing all the adolescents of a community to- gether in a high school creates a real problem as the individuals in a school are so widely diiferent in character, industry, intellect, initiative, health, eco- nomic privilege, home conditions, and purpose. Students with high ideals coming from good homes are entitled to find a program to meet their needs and good, moral conditions in the high school and community. Students with no definite purpose or coming from home conditions which foster no desire for learning are equally entitled to the same good things. But in this melting pot, the American School, we who believe in it and are products of it can only keep working and praying to keep it typi- cal of the good place it should be for all the students of this American Community. We are proud and happy of the successes and right doings of our students, no matter how seem- ingly insignificant, and sorry and humble about their failures and wrong doings. So let us, the Class of 1951, the Members of the Community, the Students and the Faculty, endeavor to make the High School typical of all the good people and line things we have in the Community. Sincerely, Marcella L. Duffy 7 A MESSAGE FROM MISS DUFFY in 'Civ Glue-. MARY P. BRAGG B.S., Beaver College Home Economics, Guidance CATHERINE C. CLYDE School Secretary CLAIR M. DANIEL B.S., Lebanon Valley College Algebra, Trigonometry, Solid Geometry, Plane Geometry GLADYS W. DAWSON Trenton State Normal School B.S., Education, Rutgers Uni- versity U, S. History I and II MARGARET M. DOUGHERTY R.N., St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing School Nurse ETHEL K. ELLIOTT Trenton State Normal School B,A. in Education, Pennsylva- nia State College Master of Education, Temple University English II and IV MARTIN FISCHBEIN B.S., Panzer College of Physi- cal Education M.A., Rutgers University Physical Education, Health, Athletic Coach MARY E. GORDON B.S. in Education, Trenton State Teachers College English I and II, World History SVEN HEDLUND Attended Rutgers University, Trenton State Teachers College Industrial Arts, Mechanical Drawing .1 A DORIS E. MAGEE B.S. in Education, Trenton State Teachers College General Mathematics, Algebra I, General Science BETTY T. MCGRATH B. of Ed. in Commerce, Rider College Typing I and II, Bookkeeping I. Iunior Business Training HAROLD E. MOORE A.B. in Biology, Swarthmore College M.S. in Education, Teachers College, Temple University Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Driver Education VIRGINIA E. REDD B.S. in Education, Trenton State Teachers College Bookkeeping I and II, Account- ing and Law Treasurer HELEN M. SILVASI B.S. in Education, Rider Col- lege Shorthand. Secretarial Practice, Iunior Business Training P BARBARA STEINER B.S, in Education, Temple Uni- versity Physical Education, Health CATHERINE E. H. STRICK A.B., Goucher College Spanish, French, English Ill RUTH G. STURTEVANT A.B., Middlebury College Librarian, Iournalism MICHAEL ZAVACKY B.S., Public School Music. Mansfield State Teachers Col- lege Band Director, Music EDNA K. ZIEGLER A.B. and A.M., University of Michigan Latin, Dramatics, Speech, Guid- ance 2 lil. S ?acultq vl9l FLORENCE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION A MESSACE FROM THE PRESIDENT We, as a community, have dehnitely taken our place during this year as an outstanding example of a typical American town. Our accomplishment of consummating the desires of many a citizen, both past and present, in the beginning of con- struction of a new high school has been a forward step which, at present, we have no way of evaluating. In turbulent times such as these which we are facing, edu- cated thinkers ancl men and women with trained ability are the people to whom we must look for future leadership. How else must this be accomplished but through adequate facilities, which must be constantly improved? A good and more than willing teaching staff to train these leaders and a group of high-spirited and cooperative young Americans such as we have in our High School are the contributing factors to success. As the members of this year's graduating class move for- ward to take their respective places, they can go with hearts full of gratitude because of the services and efforts of the people of the Township to give them the full advantage of a well-rounded educational program. You, of the Class of 1951, will have your opportunity to repay these contributions and we know that you will respond with the type of leadership for which you have been trained. Hilyard S, Simpkins President, Florence Township Board of Education MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION fLeft to rightl Louis Lane Emmet Heintzz Kathryn Webber, District Clerk, Hilyard Simpkins, President: Irene Kiefer Vice President George Pfeiffer Albert Archibald: Francis Fuhrmann. , -... -igii- ' ' - H Y,,, - --1 -71 1 - - LQL -1 - Q- 1- Y . - ...- - -- - -- 1-'1---Y - ,, - ii-1-1 ,-1.1-1 ,-1--1 31-1-4- -..-- . 1-,-. -l.. , 1.1.- -in. 11- -1- -N.- , , 5-1-1- ,iii ..- 41: .- -gi., -1? 1.1-1-Y .1- ,- - 9 1- ,1 -- 1- . - .-. .1 3- 11- .T- -1 .T .. .- .1-Q.. --: f .1-1 -- 11- L-1. --w n-.-, ----. .-.1.- 1- , 1 .A , lui, ,1 .......-- --- ,-,-,,,.1.4.- ,- . -1-1 . ' f 1-Y, 1 ,S+ -.3 - - --lil -gi - , f - -1 i. i -Q T -Q - i .- 1 1 1 -. '-I -ff' 2 -,,,,.... , A.. J, 3 N f A ' f- 2 'HON W' , NAP. QQUGTY l M . ' 1 l. A tn - fd 2 Q - Q i 5 ,f 5 ' 2 E ' la 9 fzia -- A p 2 5 2, g - 2 V' 2522 .E gq 4 f ff . ZR X 4'2 - Q 0 f E f- Q 9 4? +- hf I G 2 V' J' ' , ... ' ' I '-. V ff' A ' X ai- V A V i -S -i- - -- li X X www 11-li. I-S , - ---lglt ls:-il 1-in .gill- -Q -in-lg .-1111-l QI-1l - , 1 VALEDICTORIAN First Honors Elaine Luylvcr First Honors Lois Bennett Second Honors Ronald Hoelz Elizabeth Toma lVl:1rgm'i't' l,ul1rnno 12 1 KEY MEMORIES OUR HONOR STUDENTS Second Honors Theresa Hess Dorothea Stalngcl Nancy Loring Gcorge Szllugu 13 SALU'l'A'l'ORIAN First Honors Ba1'l5n1'z1 Rhubzu Honor Society fLeft to rightj Phyllis Weeks: Barbara Rhubartp Elizabeth Toma: Carole Schaum: Elaine Luyber: Nancy Loring: Ronald Hoelz: Francis Pfeiffer: Edward Yurcisin: Louis Sandor: Mrs. Silvasi. Adviser: Geraldine Dempsey: lanice Lundin: Wilma Luyberg Margaret Lubranop Eleanor Ford: Georgine Fritchman: Shirley Brewer. The Honor Society of Florence Township High School is a branch of the National Honor Society, a truly American institution organized to encourage the best minds in our country to greater achievement. Each year some of our members have won honors, either local or na- tional, that make us proud of our group. Last year Shirley Stuckey won a partial scholarship to Drexel University and the S400 scholarship of the Florence Twp. Teachers' Association and other organizations. Many of our members are attending some of the foremost colleges in the country, and the Honor Society deserves its share of the credit for raising the level of scholarship in our school. According to the best information available, alumni of our group are still upholding tra- ditions in colleges by making Honors' Lists in their respective colleges. Among these are Catherine Foulks Hamilton, David Panaro, Margaret Cyberey, and Anna Yurcisin. Our group, too, was originated to promote an enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote worthy leadership, and to encourage the development of character in the students of Florence High School. Eligibility for membership is based on scholarship, leadership, service, and character. A student must maintain an average of 85 in each subject to become a member. This year's officers are: President, Ronald Hoelz: Vice President, Edward Yurcisin: Secretary-Treasurer, Elaine Luyberp Adviser, Mrs. Silvasi. The meetings are held every month to decide their activities and encourage scholarship. 14 --,..,--1 - i,- - .1-1- 'V i JH Y 1 ,..,-- -1.1--F 1 F 7 I' iig- .1-1- ' - ,,,-..i-1- -,-.-1 - ,-..---f- . 2 1 ..-- - A ' i -...- ,..- I , ,,. -V ill , 'v ,. ., ' Ali'--'- ...--f g' - ' 'QI ,,-T -.:. LE 5 1, M -'f i Q.. , . 53 L-. 2 .TJ ' 1, 4 I, ZX. ,,,,,. T V , - --V 2 -M -- E A .,1l!SL'- , . ' 5 Wi 1 5 Q xw w, am i 7- X mx X1 Nl QW 1' Si? f S: 27 ' Ai N N N . 'X XQXANXHX xr 4' O , - E - 5 X XXX Xi 1 qs I :. my 4 -1- - - f , ff X ' X N' - - 3. mv Q , - E' i 1 s - +' ' - - Q f if ... ' F - - 21. - v 2 M yff-,f ' ,fp - l -..:...-f' . ' - X ' 6 Q E T N- ? W ' Lf -1 ' RX QW , ? Tl Q 4 Q 7 N -- - Q3 Q 4 - L 1 - A Q I N. 1- - 1 Alf lg ilnde ala Amen g A?' ,. p A E 1-W - -...-L, W ' A ii, 2: -2 J-gm.. ff' ?i V ' ,, f5T F t 5 ' T?-' -- FRESHMAN MEMORIES . . Then . . . '48 Memories of days and nights of companionship in school are dear to everyone of us. Maybe it makes us sentimental, but it also makes us Americans. Well we remember our Freshman year when we entered Florence High School as starry-eyed yet eager Freshmen, not realizing the problems that lay before us in the next four years. Gradually gaining confi- dence, we began to have more fun and became more sure of ourselves. The Honorable Seniors of that year thought up odd things for all of us to do: we shuddered that we might be the Freshmen called in to visit Senior Court for our misdeeds. Yes, sure enough: some of our names were called: we had to dance and sing. Surprisingly, it was just as much fun for those who participated as for those who merely watched. Our first officers were selected with Miss Betty McGrath as a very helpful adviser. We selected as our motto, Ambition has no rest , the Gardenia as our class flower, and Maroon and White, our class colors. Perhaps firsts are always the most thrilling in life. We are sure our first social gathering in Florence High was just such an occasion. A spring party! This was our inspiration - The Maypole, the colored crepe paper, the flowers . . . will we ever forget? Cur childhood days seem now only a memento of the many happy days to follow. Now . . '51 Freshman Memories of the Class of '54 Time marches on . , . but not very fast. Can it be possible that we looked as young and inexperienced as they? The Class of '54, not to be outdone, even remembered to yell when it came their turn in the pep rally, brighter than we were-we made not a sound. Our yearlings began their activity program with Freshman Week, which was held from September 25 to September 29. They were victims of us kind Seniors, who let them off without too much damage, though we had them wear odd socks and shoes, and hair in different styles, and do other ridiculous things. Senior Court was most frightening: yet we are sure the Fresh- men enjoyed this fun as much as the Seniors and the other classes. Next in their activity pro- gram came the Freshman Party where they danced, played games and had refreshments in their best party dresses and suits. The Freshmen elected Ronald Berthasavage as their President at the organization meet- ing, on Thursday morning, February 1, 1951: Vice President, Howard Curry: Secretary, Vir- ginia Hague: Treasurer, Dorothy Hoffman: Student Council Representative, Ulysses Morton: Class Adviser, Mr. Clair Daniel. It was indeed a year full of memories, and one they will never forget, for this was their first year in Florence High School. 16 it Q CLASS OF '54 iLeft to rigiiti Howard Curry, Vice-President: Virginia Hague, Secretary: Mr. Daniel, Adviser: Ronald Bertlnil savage, President: Dorothy Hoffman, Treasurer: Ulysses Morton, Student Council Representative. . ' - .. - i Q Q ig Nu . ' V 3 , ' lx' l .' 11' ,I gy N B. Atkins 5 - Os 'X X nrt 'R K X QR N5 X X Os G. Arenas nv fi 7 ,fats 11 ,I I, W I M i ' .' - 1 A 5 ' . V A ,:,::- V my x . new 1 f' , I QQ: .. .Q X N.. wg R. Bayzath R. Benedict R. Berthzisavaqc Bilileur C, Bulger G, Boone Botlinger R. Bradway L, Bunting Carey T. Centofonti In Christy 17 Cla A wi A A ML' ll I. Conners E. Conrey H. Curry A. Di Filippo W. Earley M. Epps C. Estelow Bk, I ,-.,. W -. 1 1 .f : l1'a. I. Ferris C. Gilbert Glass R. Gold W. Cvoldsby E. Gyenge V. Hague lb' 1 T i AA.. . -:.. s . la All S. Hammond F. Harris E. Henry I. Herbert D. Hoffman C. Horner A. Hutchinson M. Iacobson R. Iohnson I. Kais I. King L. Kisded E. Kitson I. Kostrub I9 A. Kotch S. A X I Q. Q P : , ' X .Q Riga , ' 'kgs , .. -gf. .- I v V, .fegrps-i 1 I 5 w :Lifts I I I .I , I E E S.. .- .v Q5-ik' '. ' 2 , . I sf. -X. ' ' A S X - Ig., Q ' w ' f A 2 2 if yi 3 f K 'Y' or 5 I is 'ss - B i L A . .1 .S i E. Kovac M. Ledger E. Llewellyn G. Lockett I. Logan I. Lord B. Lower W. Markwood I. Megules H. Miller F. Moreland U. Morton I. Paglione I. Raincar L. Rainier E. Salaga E, Scott D. Slemko F. Smith A. Stefanoni A. Tantum fiiif I , E. Taylor E. Torres R. Travia B. Van Arsdale M. Wainwright B. Webb I. West M. Yankoski 19 I SOPHOMORE MEMORIES . . Then . . . '49 g In September of '49, when we came back as Sophomores we had a little more confidence antd were bustling with more activity than in our Freshman year. Our class officers were elected early with two changes: Mrs, Gordon became our adviser, Ronald Hoelz, Vice President. V As ,our Sophomore Hop was first on thehulist of a full social program, we made a real suc- cess of it. The gaiety and aura .of mystery started with thedecorations and the vote on the queens attendants. Walt Mellor and his orchestra provided the music, helping to create the illusion of the fairytale evening, which was, of course, the theme of our decorations, high- lighted by al wishing well and a large mirror on the stage. It was a tale which seemed to come true ,1amQS Casey, our president, addressed the mirror wish, Mirror, mirror on the who fairest of them all?'fi then Evelyn. Hatalovsky stepped from the mirror as Snow White. Not the seven dwarfs, but her attendants stepped out from the svame magic back- ground: Elaine Luyber, Wilma Kline, Theresa Hess, and Lois Bennett. Immediately after Evelyn was crowned by Iimmy, he escorted her to the wishing well where she made a wish. Then as the strains of 'lWishing will make it so drifted from the band's melodious trumpets, the queen and her escort danced, the gay spotlight later linding the attendants and their escorts added to the scene. The evening soon drew to a close, but it will live in the hearts of the girls who were honored for many a day. In the spring. someone hit upon the bright idea of a bazaar as a means of defraying our expenses. Again we plunged into the fun with the girls' gym gaily decorated with crepe paper and a record machine playing merrily. There were special tables for crocheted pieces, home? made cakes, candy, and lovely potted flowers. Our parents and friends turned out en masse and helped us to make a real success of the affair: We had grown wiser and older, even a little wistful, as our teems seemed slipping away all too quickly. We realized that never again would we re-live days as happy as our Sopho- more year at F. H. S. 20 Now.. 151 MAY 31 NOVEMBER 1 DECEMBER 9 FEBRUARY 9 MARCH 16 APRIL 13 SOPHOMORE ACTIVITIES The Sophomore oillcers were elected early in the year with Iohn Iakim taking the place of Ronald Rhubart as Vice President. The other officers remained the same with William Fidati, President: Wilma Luyber, Secretary: Carol Hamilton, Treasurer: and Miss Mary Bragg, Adviser. The class began their activities with the selling of refrigerator sets. The sale proved successful and so was continued up into the new year. Such an enterprising group deserves success! A cake sale was held both in Roebling and Florence. Proceeds from both of these activities went into the Sophomore treasury. The sticky icing, and all the hustle and bustle, we hope, will save them many headaches when they get to be Seniors. This ambitious class began the new year with more activities in a little different vein. They began taking orders for class pins. The pins were made on the order of a scatter pin, with FHS appearing in Blue and Gold and on the end of a short gold chain, the year of graduation. Orders were taken up until February 20 by the girls in charge of the sale, Dorothy Hatalovsky and Geraldine Dempsey. For their next activity, the Sophomores began planning their annual talent show with Bill Fidati acting as emcee for the many talented performers. The program included: Ianis Lundin playing a piano solo, a duet by Veronica Simkovich and Francis Morichetti, Elea- nor Ford rendering a vocal solo, Isabel Phillips, a monologue, a tap dance by Iulia Russ, and a trumpet solo by Bill Gilbert. Plans were started late in February for this biggest of all Sopho- more events, the Sophomore Party. As there was some talk about superstitious beliefs, they started early and made a successful eve- ning of it even though their date was Friday, the thirteenth. Danc- ing, games, and refreshments made a gala affair for, without a doubt, these Sophs have the pep and real capacity for enjoyment. Class of '53 l ' . 21 '. 1 CLASS OF '53 IN F N -321 5 93? , i ws.. V: M 3-2411- R. Agoes M. Angelini I. Baranyi D. Bell G. Bennett G. Bogda 9 S. Brewer C. Breza M. Burkus I. Casey R. Cleveland D. Curry G. Dempsey A. Douhlisky S. Dougherty M. Drangula I. Durham S. Durham F. Esteban A. Fantozzi I. Fazekas ii? W. Fidati E. Ford G. Fritchman W. Gilbert C. Hamilton L. Harris I. Hofllinger I. Iakim S, Kovac H. Larson K. Latham F. Lengel 22 K Q W I D. Hatalovsky ff SL 3' I V TWA? . F' mr A 1 Q .5 ' I, Lundin 32 Z. E, 1, in 3 3 l . ... . '- Y L . Qupll :-- U A .,.: 3 V vi , my - l ' ' 24 . if l A X. V , ai ' D. Lovchuk W. Luybcr E. Majchcr W. McDade F. MOriCh0tti I. Othmer R. Pugliom r Ti Q lb ,,,, , r-,Ng-, if- P Q- ... 5 A A .5 . ,,.-Q ' ff' Q2 tif X ' ll ff P W Q. 7 ff Q R. Pagodin B, Parker C, Patriarca l. Phillips A. Prokolyshen L. Sandor Scott 5 1 S. Scott ilggigfggiww ,f wwf, A 5 ga Q.. Cf fs' r 42115 ' l f a ..2: ,. L A r f 9 ! b l i V. Simkovich H. Simonka W. Tatrai Thompson H. VVz1inwrigl1t Willitts OFFICERS OF '53 lLcft to Rightl: Iohn Iakim, Vice President: Williarn Fidati, President: Miss Bragg, Adviser: Wilma Luyber, Secretaryg Carol Hamilton, Treasurer. B. Wolfe IUNIOR MEMORIES Then . . . '50 Our Iunior year was a pleasant and prosperous one for all of the members of our class. Two years of high school life had fired us with the ambition to make our third year a mem- orable one. All ambitious students began to think about those wonderful Class Rings early in the year and to plan for them accordingly. The months we had to wait seemed long, but finally, toward the end of the year, we received our beautiful rings. We had several choices as to the color, the stone, and the size of the ring we wanted. The large raised seal of Florence High School is in the center of the stone, which is a small rectangle with the two shorter ends curved to meet the longer adjacent ends, thus giving the appearance of a six- sided stone. We flashed these rings with much pride as we do now and will in the years to come. lust before the Christmas holidays everyone was agog with excitement over the coming event . . . the Iunior Prom. Many suggestions were made and a fairly obvious conclusion reached. The scenery for the biggest dance of the year fto usl would center around a huge Christmas tree, gaily trimmed and lighted. The decorations were supplemented by several bright and colorful packages placed under the tree, giving a final touch to the Christmas spirit. Many of us attended and all had a wonderful time on that night . . . December 9, 1949- Our Iunior Class, by now, was made up of many hard working students and fine athletes, but the fact yet to be known was that we had some brilliant actors. Practice sessions were started soon after the Christmas holidays by Miss Edna K. Ziegler, and after many try-outs, the cast was chosen for one of the school's best comedies. We Shook the Family Tree was presented on the evenings of March 17th and 18th, 1950. Although this was a comparatively short play, we worked hard to present what was thought by many, the finest play ever put on by Florence High School. Many events took place behind the scenes that no one ever knew about: sometimes those are the memories we cast members remember most. Yes, we really enjoyed every moment of the play as much, if not more than the audience. Even though the High School Auditorium was crowded, all could see and hear. Certainly, the audience was kept in a hilarious mood all through the show. Before we knew it, the third year of our high school education had come to an end. However, our class, as a whole, has upheld its motto, Ambition Has No Rest. Little did we realize the joys, happiness and friendship which we will so honorably cherish in years to come. Only one year left, and we'll make it a great year, Although the Senior Year is sup- posedly the most awaited year of all by high school students, it will have to go far to surpass an eventful Iunior Year. 24 IUNIOR ACTIVITIES Vow . . . '51 Iuniors at last! This is the thought going through the minds of many of the members of the present Iunior Class. For two hard, but happy years the Iuniors have progressed at F. H. S. Ioseph Buddy, their able President, con- tinues to lead his class for the third straight year. This class has already placed many of its students in places of scholastic achievements, they have a fine representation in athletics at F. H. S., as they have in the field of scholarship. DCTOBER 13. 1950 The Iunior Class of '52 started early this year, as they were slated to have the first activity on the Social Calendar-The Iunior Prom. Mr. Hedlund's shop was kept quite busy after school while members of the decorating committee worked hard on a huge pumpkin around which budding artists had decided to build their decorations in the center of the auditorium. Much planning pre- ceded this eventful night of October 13, 1950, when the Iunior Class presented their Iunior Prom. Appropriately enough, in accordance with the current Hallowe'en season, several strings of false faces rounded out the Hne decora- tions, which, with the low lights and enchanting music, set the background for a wonderful evening. The dancing concluded at twelve o'clock, and a fine evening of dancing was brought to a close. The ever-exciting ring was the next thought on the mind of every true Iunior. Every class has the same idea - We want something different from anyone else's. No class has ever wanted to accept a standard ring, and neither did this year's Iunior Class. They chose and looked forward to the most attractive rings they could find. VIARCH 2 and 3, 1951 New thoughts and happy anticipations then seized the up-and-coming Iuniors as they planned for their Iunior Play to be held on March 2nd and 3rd of 1951. The try-outs were held and the cast chosen for a fine comedy show entitled . Cheaper by the Dozen. Assistance was rendered by Miss Bragg on the cos- tumes and Mr. Hedlund on the scenery. Practice sessions began early in February with David Wood and Peggy Miller in the roles of the remarkable Mr. and Mrs. Gilbreth, parents of the dozen. The cast was completed by fourteen other members of the Iunior Class. With practice completed and plans made, the Iunior's comedy went off as scheduled, much to the enjoyment of the audience on both occasions. , FEBRUARY 16,During the latter part of February another type of dramatics which took place gave the Iunior Class a great deal of just pride- The Oratorical Con- test. Edward Yurcisin and Carole Schaum participated in the local contest in an assembly in the F. H. S. Auditorium. Edward received first prize as he did last year, and as due reward, in addition to the cash prize, he proceeded to the county where he finished second in 1950. 1951 11' 1951 Guided by their affable adviser, Mr. Moore, the year culminated in a very exciting affair, the Iunior-Senior Banquet Dance, which although lots of fun, reminded us of the eventual loss of many Iuniors who rank high on our friend- ship list. The many industrious students of this fine class are looking forward to a great experience in their final year at their good old Alma Mater. As this class marches on in the ranks of Seniors, they will surely keep in mind their worthy class motto, What We Are The School Will Be. 25 Class of '52 I. Bartha I. Berglund W. Bernath C74 A CLASS Q .zkfv .gifw , . Q W . ik I 3 3 . is :Q gill xdgrfri? G. Brantmayer I. Brock C. Brogan R, Brown I. Buddy I. Carty . I M. Costantini H. Cox W. Dempsey I. Di Filippo M. Lou Doglione R. Epps B. Frantz G. Cvebely gf 3 1Left to Rightl: Ioscph Buddy, Pres ide-nt: Carole Schzlum, Secretary: Mr Moore, Advisor. .W -x .5 5 Y I ' wh Q B. Gonczi S. Hudson R. Iacobson D. Iones I. Kitson I. Konrad 26 I. Lastichen R. Lee 5 0 E. Lisowski G. Logan U. Lower L. Matlack M. Miller P. Mullen M. Parker Peter F. Pfeiffer irnm Rnincar, Treasurer: David ood. Vice President. l. Pullen N. Rainear D. Rinaldi L. Sahol C. Schaum I. Smith A. Simonka A, Snyder B. Steber B, Szccsi W. Todash I. Urewicz T. Wainwright P. Weeks D. Wood E- YUl'CiSiU 27 f .L IUNIOR PLAY lLeft to rightl Standing: George Gebeley, Irene Smith. Carole Schaum, Bernard Steber, lean DiFilippo, Betty Gonczi, Eugene Malsbury, loseph Bartha, Phyllis Weeks, David Wood, Evelyn Lisowski, Betty Szecsi, Iohn Carty, Robert lacobson, William Dempsey. Sitting: Margaret Miller, Inserts tlleft to rightj Standing: David Wood, Iohn Carty, Betty Szecsi, Sitting: Margaret Miller, Irene Smith. Ioseph Bartha and Phyllis Weeks. CI-IEAPER BY THE DOZEN TI-IE CAST Mr. Gilbreth Dad David Wood Mrs. Gilbreth Mother Margaret Miller Ernestine Carole Schaum Frank George Gebely Iackie Part of Phyllis Weeks Dan Ioseph Bartha Bill the Bernard Steber Fred Eugene Malsbury Anne Dozen Irene Smith Lillian Betty Gonczi Martha Iean DiFilippo Mrs. Fitzgerald the housekeeper Evelyn Lisowski Dr. Burton the family doctor William Dempsey Ioe Scales the cheerleader Eric Iacobson Miss Brill a teacher Betty Szecsi Larry someone special Iohn Carty Even our youngsters make a contribution to the drama and especially entertaining was the Iunior Play, Cheaper by the Dozen. Held March second and third, the play was well received by a large audience. David Wood, as Dad, was an efficiency expert, excellently sup- ported by Margaret Miller, who was an understanding mother with her children's welfare at heart. Irene Smith did a fine job as Anne, the outstanding child. 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Iames Casey . . , lust as President Truman has led our country through its many problems, jimmy has led us through ours. Because of his eager spirit to help, we have chosen him for our President for all four years. Football, baseball, dancing, and all kinds of fun are high on Iimmy's list: he plans to enter the navy, VICE-PRESIDENT . . . Roger Morton . . . Roger has rendered services to our class for three years. Heserved us in his Freshman, Iunior, and Senior years. His many services as an oflicer to our class could never be numbered no matter how hard we tried. Perhaps no one in our class will ever receive such recognition for athletic prowess: certainly no one could have carried his honors so modestly. SECRETARY . . . Elaine Luyber . . . Minutes always ready and correct is Elaine's motto. She is a very valuable possession to our class. Whenever our ideas have just about run out. Elaine always comes through with a good one. She is also another four year officer. Ambitious and serious, Elaine has a real calling in teaching. TREASURER . . . Theresa Hess . . . We always feel that our finances are in safe hands when we give them to our trustworthy Treasurer, Theresa. They say everyone makes mis- takes, but we have never found Theresa to make one as far as Hnances are concerned. Because of her competence, she has held the position as Treasurer for four years. As she hopes to be a teacher, we feel sure her poise. her excellent diction and scholarship will stand her a good stead. 'First Honors Second Honors 31 123 Sixth Avenue She She Neat and small, Ian which earned her the IANIS AHLGREN Roebling, New Iersey says what she thinks. speaks it from the soul. will be remembered for the smart clothes title of A'Best Dressed. She worked on the Traffic Commission for three years and then transferred her efforts to the Clavis Staff as a Senior. Her name can be found in the casts of both plays and on the Flash Staff. Her varied interests have also included the Make-up Club, concessions, sewing and dancing. IOSEPH BAUER 240 Fourth Avenue Roebling, New Iersey We must trust nothing but facts. An alert ear for anything controversial, an air of frankness, a great love for the out-of-doors-These are the things we will remember about Ioe. Although he served as President of the Slide Rule Club and member of the Clavis Staff, he always found lots of time to hunt and trap. He hopes some day to be a plant foreman and we know he'll succeed. LOIS BENNETT' 30 Sixth Avenue Roebling, New Iersey Quiet appearing, disclosing no clue of the merry nature, known but to few. A charming person to be with is our Lo. Neat and simple. she has all the makings of a capable bookkeeper. Committees, clubs, Student Council, Senior Play, Honor Society, Clavis- all End Lois' name on their rolls - all find her a faithful worker. and one of the most dependable. She was an attendant to the Snow Queen, for as everyone knows, she likes to have fun, too. HELEN BOLCER 433 Third Street Florence, New Iersey Always a Lady . . . Can she hit a baseball. As she always sees the bright side of everything, Helen is very rarely found without her impish grin. A great sports fan. she worked on the A.A. for three years and was treasurer in her Senior year. She surprised us with her serious portrayal of a boy in the Senior Play. A fine commercial student, Helen plans to be a bookkeeper. WILLIAM BREZA 27 Third Avenue Roebling, New Iersey Quietness and confidence shall be your strength. Bill's main thought is baseball, He was on our baseball team for four years and. of course, is determined to be a professional baseball player. He was a member of the A.A. for three years, and in his Senior year became its President. Any extra time he has, he spends listening to the records, which he collects as his hobby. FRANK BROCK Bustleton Road Burlington, New Iersey A quiet fellow shy and meek, Never complains and seldom speaks. lf Frank shows the same skill in business as he did on the football field, we know he will go far. Quiet and able, he took a hand in the school government as a senior member of the Upper House. We know Frank likes to swim and drive. Singing is also on the list of his varied interests which, in school, in- cluded the Hi-y, Slide Rule Club and Glee Club. MARY BUCCIGROSSI ZOO Broad Street Florence. New Iersey A small bundle of vigor. Mary, one of the tiny members of our class, was a lively majorette for almost all of her four years. She came out before the admiring public as a member of the Iunior Play cast, She worked hard on various committees and as a Senior helped keep order in the halls as a member of the Traffic Commission. Mary is peppy and game: these qualities go far in any field. SHREVE BUNTING Old York Road Bordentown, New Iersey A day for toil, an hour for sport, But for a friend is life too short. After seeing Shreve perform on the stage many times in major roles in both Iunior and Senior plays, we are convinced that not all the best actors are on Broadway. As a lunior, he was one of our delegates to Boys' State. Among his other in- terests are hunting and singing, We hope that his experience as Business Manager of the Yearbook will help him to become a successful farmer. ELIZABETH CAMP 439 Third Street Florence, New Iersey Nature made her as she should, Not too bad and not too good. Betty is well known for being a snappy majorette for three years. For two years she was a member of the Y-Teens, and at one time was the Treasurer of the Traffic Commission. She served on the Lower House of the Student Council as a Sopho- more and shower her acting ability when she had a major role in the Iunior Play. Because Betty has done so well in her com- mercial subjects, she is planning to be a secretary. IAMES CASEY 806 West Front Street Florence, New Iersey For he is a ladies' man. As a Freshman, Casey was on the lunior Varsity Football Team and in the other three years he played on the Varsity. His love of sports and his excellent coordination should help him fulfill his ambition to become a coach. Wherever lim is there is fun. His versatility includes a love for music and danc- ing. which in school he exhibited in the Dancing and Glee Clubs. Intelligent as well as popular, he has served as a poised and polished President of our class for four years. BLAIR CRAFT 138 Seventh Avenue Roebling, New Iersey The skill of an artist is a treasure rare. A real force in our school, with his hand in every pie, there are few students and teachers who do not know and admire Blair Craft. A student leader, the school has often honored him with real responsibilities-President of the Student Council- member of the A.A. -Art Editor of the Clavis - first clarinet and soloist in the Band and Orchestra-representative to the South Iersey Band W- all these he has carried out faithfully and well. Certainly he is a long way on the road to success in a career as a professional musician. ELIZABETH CSIK Fifth and Pine Streets Florence, New Iersey Kind and sweet and pleasant to meet. Betty likes to spend her free time either drawing or reading good books. Although Betty is shy and quiet, she is also a loyal worker. A member of many of our committees during her Iunior and Senior years, she was helpful and dependable on all of them. She has been an officer of the Library and Photography Clubs, worked on concessions and on the Flash. As commercial work is just fun to her, she plans to follow it as a career. DONALD DOBBINS 827 W. Second Street Florence, New Iersey Not bold nor shy nor short nor tallg But a new mingling of them all. Donald is a sports-minded member of our class. He was on the football team all four years and did a good job for F. H. S. Archery is Don's hobby and, we hear, he does well at this, too. Besides being interested in his own community. Donald likes to travel. We will remember him because of his good nature and his neatness in dress. ANNA ELIZABETH EGYUD 124 Third Avenue Roebling, New Iersey She makes the sun shine every day. Always laughing, always gay, Skating, dancing and dating are the things vivacious Toots likes best. However, Anna has done her share of work, too. She was a three year member of the Traffic Commission, a var- sity Cheerleader and a member of all our decorating and make-up committees. What a cheerful secretary she will make! LOUIS EGYUD 124 Third Avenue Roebling, New Iersey Deviltry was his master. A small and comical member of our class, Lou is never with- out a joke. Because of his typically Florencian love for sports, he joined the Hi-Y and Sports Clubs. Lou's ambition to be a mechanic is well chosen as he has helped on the scenery for our plays and is skillful with his hands. He was a member of the Iunior play cast. Before settling down, Louis would like to travel. PATRICIA EVANS 520 Broad Street Florence, New Iersey To hear her speak, and sweetly smile, You were in Paradise the while. We find in Pat's record a long list of tasks, faithfully per- formed for our class. She was in the Photography Club and Treasurer of the Knitting Club. As modest Pat is neat and competent. she will make a successful secretary. Her quiet good humor and innate good breeding make her welcome wherever she goes. RICHARD EVERETT 306 Fifth Street Florence, New Iersey Good nature is a sign of a large and generous soul. A faithful class worker, Dick is a tall friendly fellow with a talent for playing basketball, which is his secret ambition. After seeing Dick at work on all our decorating and scenery commit- tees, in the Agricultural Club, and as President of the Pho- tography Club, we are sure he will succeed in whatever he undertakes. PAULINE GILBERT East Delaware Road Roebling, New Iersey A happy smile for each she meets, A cheery word for each she greets. Pauline, although one of the quiet members of our class, was an active member of the Concessions Committee in both her Iunior and Senior years. Skating and reading take up a great deal of her spare time. Pauline's main desire is to be a recep- tionist. Ambitious and resourceful, she has already done some exploratory work in this line after school. EVELYN HATALOVSKY 130 Fourth Avenue Roebling, New Iersey A daughter of the Gods, divinely tall, and most divinely fair. One of our prettiest Cheerleaders, Evelyn was also Snow Queen in her Sophomore year. Her name can be found as an actress in the programs of both our plays, as a monologist and as a participant in other speech activities. Her personal charm makes her popular, and every dance found her a central figure both in decorating and dancing. Despite all her activities, Ev has still found time to become a good commercial student, so we know she will make an excellent secretary. THERESA HESS ' 130 Seventh Avenue Roebling, New Iersey Ever busy as a beeg Happy as a lark is she. Terry, an attendant to the Snow Queen in her Sophomore year, soon took the leadership in our activities . , . Class Treas- urer for four years . . . an enthusiastic Majorette-a really serious dramatic player- member of the Iunior Play Cast and other plays . . , Glee Club member . . . Honor Society member . . . Class Day Editor on the Clavis Staff . . . to all these she gave her unquenchable enthusiasm. We see college in her fu- ture and a teaching career, RONALD HOELZ ' 255 West Front Street Florence, New Iersey He was a scholar, A wise and good one. Noted for his capability and intelligence, Ronnie is President of our Honor Society. He is a born leader being a member of the Tratilc Commission, Treasurer of the Band, Editor-in-Chief of the Flash, Assistant Editor of the Clavis Staff, and Vice- President of the Student Council. He also had main parts in both plays and attended Boy's State. Ronnie loves ping-pong and tennis and, believe it or not, would like to play pro-tennis, but we think he'll settle for being a famous publisher. DORIS HOFFLINGER 1025 Park Street Florence, New Iersey I am sure that exertion does not agree With a quiet peaceable girl like me. Dot began as a Sophomore to further her ambition of becom- ing a secretary as a member of the Commercial Club. As a Senior she was a member of the Library Club and was of serv- ice to the whole school by assisting in the library. Doris is in- terested in having fun too: in her spare time she likes to dance and go roller skating. BEATRICE HOUSTON 710 West Fourth Street Florence, New Iersey A jolly cheerful comrade she, Forever happy she will be. Bea is a carefree person whose chief ambitions are to be a good secretary and to have a lot of fun. An active, happy Senior, Bea was in the Glee Club for two years and a member of the Library Club and Flash Staff as a Senior. Bea has lots of friends and we'll all miss that contagious grin. ROBERT HUGHES 310 Third Street Florence, New Iersey Music is well said to he The gift of the angels. Blue eyes, blonde hair, a friendly grin and a pack of gum - these seem to spell Harry, our popular actor and musician. Bob was in the Band for four years, President of it as a Senior, and a member of the South Iersey Band twice. Of course, he is planning to be another Harry Iames. An actor, too, he was in both the Iunior and Senior Plays. Bob is also a Hrst-rate base- ball player and Sports Editor of the Clavis. WALTER KANE 809 Second Street Florence, New Iersey His life's ambition never out of view . He works carefully towards his goal. Walt is one of the few seniors at Florence High who is well on the way to achieving his ambition. He already has his pilot's license, and it probably won't be long before he becomes the kind of test pilot he wants to be. He was in the Photography, Operators', and Slide Rule Clubs. A quiet, friendly chap, Walt will surely succeed in his career of aviation. ALMA KING 250 Fourth Street Florence, New Iersey Always on hand, and dependable when there. A faithful and dependable class worker, Alma could always be counted on. Among her activities we Hnd the Y-Teens, the Drivers' Club and the Knitting Club. She has served on many committees and at many class activities during her four years at F. H. S. As Alma is a commercial student, we wish her suc- cess in that field. DOLORES KING 214 Fourth Street Florence, New Iersey Her care was never to oliendg Every creature was her friend. Dolores has been on committees for all our class activities and has done a good job on all of them. She showed her ability to act in both the Iunior and Senior plays. Although she would like to be a Wave, she thinks she will probably be a steno- grapher. Del has proven to us through the years that she will make a competent one. WILMA KLINE Fifth and Chestnut Streets Florence, New Iersey In friendship I early was taught to believe. Wilma is quite an active girl. She has been seen at all of our dances and was chosen an attendant to the Snow Queen at our Sophomore Hop. She was a smart majorette for two years and served in many clubs and committees. Wilma, a commercial student, plans on going into the business world as a secretary. ELEANOR KOSTYU 1063 Knickerbocker Avenue Roebling, New Iersey A brave and cheerful comrade she, Forever happy she will be. Although not with us in school because of illness due to polio, Eleanor is well known to all her classmates through her teach- ers who visit her at her home each day. They report a cheerful, pleasant, charming young lady whose hobbies are numerous and interests amazing. She follows the scores to the well-known operas with real pleasure. Typing and shorthand are among her favorite subjects: in fact, she plans to be a typist. All of us admire her courage in persisting against tremendous odds to get an education. ANTOINETTE LEE 416 West Fourth Street Florence, New lersey A bashful maiden, meek and mild, with never a word or action wild. Toni is another of our commercial students. She has always been interested in the Red Cross, and was a member of that Club for three years. In her Senior year, she was chosen Home- Room Representative to the Student Council and was a re- porter for the Flash. Antoinette has been enjoying her job at McCrory's, but will give it up to become a secretary after graduation. IOAN LEE 416 West Fourth Street Florence, New jersey As merry as the day is long. If we ramble too quickly among our classmates, we might miss knowing one of our most worthwhile Seniors. Unobtru- sive. yet a person of real conviction and character, Ioan is an ambitious and friendly girl. She loves to sew, but decided to follow stenography as her life work. She has made worthwhile contributions to the Red Cross Club, Drivers' Club, A.A. Council and the Flash Staff. Could it be she's trying to get ahead of us by working in Burlington for over a year? ALBERT LOFTIN 834 West Second Street Florence, New lersey Even the short man sometimes Comes up to expectations. From looking at him you would never guess that Sid's favor- ite pastimes are eating and playing football. His only interest seems to be sports. Football, baseball and track have filled his schedule. Albert has spent three years on the football team. proving that size has nothing to do with how big a man is. That's a good philosophy, Al. Keep it. NANCY LORINGM ll Seventh Avenue Roebling, New Iersey An ear full of music A soul full of rhythm. Nancy is one of our most talented seniors. She is an excellent dancer and piano accompanist to the Orchestra and Choir, but that's not all. Nance has been a member of the Glee Club, Student Council and Honor Society. She had a part in the Senior play and was captain of the cheerleaders. With all these talents she is sure to succeed. ANTHONY LOSITO 121 Second Street Florence, New Iersey For daring nonsense seldom fails to please. Tony played baseball and was a member of the Operators' Club in his Freshman and Sophomore years. He was an active member of Traffic Commission as a Sophomore and continued in this organization as a Iunior and Senior. Tony's hobby is building which we hope will help him when he becomes a carpenter. MARGARET LUBRANOH' 307 Fourth Street Florence, New Iersey She's full of life, she's full of fun, T'would be hard to End a nicer one. Maug was one of the livelier members of our class. She is a friend to everyone, including the teachers, although she loves to tantalize them. A member of the A.A. for three years, she be- came secretary in her senior year. She enjoys sports and one may be sure to find her rooting at every football game. ELAINE LUYBER' 9 Fifth Avenue Roebling, New Iersey When duty whispers low, 'Thou must,' The youth replies, 'I can'. Elaine was Secretary of our class for all four years. Com- petent, intelligent, gracious: she is popular with everyone. Lubee was a Varsity Cheerleader for two years, a member of the Honor Society, and Editor-in-Chief of the yearbook. She was an attendant to the Snow Queen as a Sophomore and had main parts in both plays. As Elaine is planning to be a teacher, we think her pupils are very lucky, for they will always Hnd her kind and understanding. ROBERT MILLER 2 Laurel Avenue Florence, New Iersey Be silent and safe, For silence never betrays you. Being quiet himself Bob has helped to preserve order in our school by being a member of the Traflic Commission for three years and President for one. We know he has the ability and perseverance to be a good mechanic even though he would so much rather be a pro-basketball player. Bob played I.V. bas- ketball for one year and spends his spare time at this sport. ROGER MORTON 609 Park Street Florence, New Iersey Like lightning on he goes! The word Morton seems to us synonymous with football. Rog is an athlete: he looks like one: he acts like onep and he eats like one. He has been our football and track star for three years and has given us plenty of thrills. He played baseball, too, but we'll remember him for more than his sportsmanship. He has been a good friend, a smooth dancer, and Vice-Presb dent of our class for three years, He hopes to be a coach. MICHAEL NOTIGAN 52 Amboy Avenue Roebling, New Iersey He gives his thought no tongue. A quiet and sincere person, Mike has one ambition - to be a professional musician. Since the thing he likes best is to prac- tice on his trumpet, and Upractice makes perfect, he should have no trouble at all. Mike is a three year member of the Glee Club. In his spare time he likes to fish for relaxation. ROBERT PAGE 28 East Fifth Street Florence, New Iersey For e'en though vanquished, he could argue still. Always one who liked to argue, no one will dispute with us when we say Bob was a good athlete. His diminutive size is in the way of an athletic career, but he is determined to overcome this handicap and follow athletics. He has been in the Band. on the Varsity Track Team, on the Lower House of the Student Council and on the football team. Bob ran on the track team for three years, but it wasn't till his senior year that we dis- covered he could run just as well with a football team. What a pleasant surprise! CLARA PARIS IOOS New Seventh Street Florence, New lersey Her good nature carries a charm. Clara is tiny and full of fun. She has proved herself a loyal worker for the school as well as her class by being a member of the Library Club, a Varsity Cheerleader for two years and by working on all our committees. We are sure she will make a competent secretary because, although she has been active, she has never slighted her studies. BARBARA PERRY Wallace Avenue Roebling, New Iersey A little, tiny, pretty, witty, charming darling she. Although she has been with us only three of our four years at F. H. S., Barb is a friend to everyone. She has been a valu- able member of the A.A. all three years and will make a de- pendable secretary. Petite, little Barbara has been seen at almost every one of our formals. Hobbies are sometimes useful ones, and Barb has sewing as hers, which she does extremely well. OLGA PROKOLYSHEN 6 Amboy Avenue Roebling, New Iersey Her feet keep time to the gay beatings of her heart. Ambitious Olga has always been willing to lend a helping hand in any class undertaking. She is very much interested in sports: dancing, skating, softball and swimming are among her favorites. Since she is fond of the water, we think she will make a seaworthy Waxfe. Beside loving her country and her sports, Olga has a talent for singing. ' WILLIAM REYNOLDS Delaware and Grove Streets Florence, New lerscy I am sure care's an enemy to life. Bill is another ardent sports' fan. He was in the Sports' Club and on the football team for two years. Interested in music, too, Bill was a member of the Band for four years, He was in the Photography Club and was a Homeroom Representative of the Student Council. Carefree and fun-loving, Bill has many friends and hopes to go into the field of architecture. BARBARA RHUBART' 206 Woodlawn Avenue Florence, New Iersey Quality but not quantity. Barb is one of the most studious members of our class and, as a result of this, she has been a member of the Honor Society for three years. She was in both of our plays, on various com- mittees and on the Clavis Staff. Although one of her favorite pastimes is eating, it doesn't seem to have helped her grow any taller, Barb is going on to college to study to become a teacher. SAMUEL ROSCANI l025 West Sixth Street Florence, New Iersey True merit makes little noise. Iackson has shown his preference for sports by his enthusias- tic playing on the Baseball team each season and his mem- bership in the Sports Club and Hi-Y. He was also in the Operators' Club for two years. Determined to be a mechanic, Sam will make good, we feel, for he is quite dependable and interested in his work. GEORGE SALAGA 262 Fifth Avenue Roebling, New Iersey To what heights some men aspire. George is one of those lucky people who will never have to worry about not seeing the parade. His six feet four and one- half inch frame is a familiar sight around the stage and the halls of F. H. S. He was in the Senior Play and many assembly programs. He was in the Honor Society, on the Upper House of the Council and President of the Slide Rule Club. When he graduates, George hopes to be a certified public accountant. RICHMOND SHAFER 78 Riverside Avenue Roebling, New Iersey For he is just a quiet kind, Whose nature never varies. Hunting and fishing take up most of Dick's time, but he is interested in sports also. He was a member of the A.A. for three years. He was also in the Senior Play. Dick has a quiet, pleasant way that makes everyone like him. He loves to putter with cars and plans on becoming a mechanic in the future. PRISCILLA SMITH' Hoffners' Tract Roebling, New Iersey When fun and duty clash, Let duty go to smash. Pitty is full of pep, vim, and vitality. Very fond of music, she was a two year member of the Glee Club and president of the Dancing Club as a Freshman. Her favorite pastime is danc- ing: her hobby, autographs: and her ambition, to be a typist. She's given us a great many laughs and we're sure her vivacity and good humor will be a great asset to her career. IOHN SOFCHAK 73 Norman Avenue Roebling, New Iersey Let the world slide by, I'll not budge an inch. Wherever Iohn goes, we can be sure to find baseball or music. Much of his time has been spent playing the accordion and rehearsing his orchestra. the Polka Dots. This does not take all of his time. however, as he has been an active member of the Baseball Team, the Slide Rule Club, and the Senior Play cast, Our hats are off to you, Maestro! ARDEN SPEED 242 West Front Street Florence, New Iersey Gentle both in manner and speech. Arden is very versatile in music, having been head majorette for four years, a member of the Glee Club for two, and an accompanist for various assembly programs, Having already had experience in the business field, she is sure to succeed as a secretary. She has worked very hard as Senior Editor of the Clavis. DOROTHEA STANGEL ' Route 25 R.D. Burlington, New jersey Great modesty often hides great merit. One of our very best commercial students, Dot is very cap- able and just as friendly. She loves to talk and travel, and has done plenty of both. She likes to knit and was a member of the Knitting Club for two years, She has worked on the Clavis Staff as a Senior. Intelligent and witty, she grasps a situation quickly and with ease comes up with a very plausible answer. All of us will miss Dot. LAWRENCE STROBLE 34 East Second Street Florence, New Iersey To sports he gave his energy gladly: Next year our team will miss him sadly. Lonnie is one of our versatile seniors participating in foot- ball, basketball, and track. He held an office in the Hi-Y for two years. Not only has he talent in sports, but also in singing, for he is the President of the Glee Club. After graduation Lon- nie plans to attend college and become a civil engineer. DOUGLAS TANTUM 5 Seventh Avenue Roebling, New Iersey Never study, never worry, Take life easyg what's the hurry? To classify Douglas is a difficult problem. He is a carefree fellow with an impish grin and an abundance of freckles. He has a talent for drawing which he may someday use to fulfill his ambition to be a cartoonist. He has been a member of the Dancing, Operators, and Sports' Clubs. ELIZABETH TOMA' 154 Third Avenue Roebling, New Iersey A classmate, honest and true and furthermore a worker too. Serious, sunny, yet self-analytical, Betty has a well-deserved place in the high esteem of both students and teachers. Her hard work won her the chairmanship of the Program Committee on both our plays. She was a member of the Lower House of the Student Council in her Iunior year. As Betty is one of our best commercial students, she plans to make a career of teaching business subjects. The Clavis Staff found her a willing and efficient typist. GEORGE WALTERS Fifth and Hamilton Avenues Roebling, New Iersey Men, like bullets, go farthest When they are smoothest. George evidently wants to prove to someone that he is a very handy man to have around. He is very adept at photography, won the prize for metal work in his Sophomore year, and aims to be a television engineer. George has been a member of the A.A. for three years, and has served as its Vice-President in his Senior year. FLORENCE WHITE 629 Wood Street Florence, New Iersey For silence is the speech of love The music of the spheres above. Quietly, but happily, Florence goes about her work, making friends with everyone. Her favorite pastimes are reading, going to the movies, and dancing. She contributed her musical talents to the Glee Club in her Sophomore and Iunior years. As Florence's one ambition is to be a nurse, she has made a good start in her Senior year as a member of the Red Cross Club. PHYLLIS WIXOM 334 West Third Street Florence, New jersey A quiet maid and yet there lies, A shining humor in her eyes. She gives the impression of being quiet, but don't believe it! One of our faithful Red Cross workers, she served as Treasurer of this club for two years. Since her hobby is cooking, we are sure she will some day achieve her ambition to be a good housewife. DEMOCRACY IN SOCIAL LIFE Recognizing the fact that the life of a typical American is not all work and no play, we in our school let our students plan not only for careers but also for social activities in which they as active members of society will engage. Although each class carries out its own ac- tivity, the Student Council makes a calendar which is the core of all of the social activities carried on in our school. SOCIAL CALENDAR 1950-51 Iunior Prom ......,.......................... October 13, 1950 Senior Play .... Christmas Play . . . Senior Ball ,.... Musicale ..... . . Iunior Play ........... So. Iersey Band Concert Washington Trip ........ Sophomore Party . .. Freshman Party . . . Senior Week .... ....November 17, 18 ......December 20 ...January 19, 1951 .......February 9 ......March 2, 3 ..........March 10 ....1Vlarch 15, 16, 17 .........Apri120 .....May 18 ....Iune 11-15 SENIOR PLAY THE CAST tLeft to Rightl: First Row: Shreve Bunting, Elaine liuy- ber, Ianis Ahlgren, Evelyn Hatalovsky, Ronald Hoelz, George Salaga. Second Row: Robert Hughes, Nancy Loring, Helen Bolger. Barbara Rhubart, Dolores King, Iohn Sofchak, Richmond Shafer. Third Row: Barbara Perry, Margaret Luhrano, Lois Bennett. llnserti Kneeling left to right: l5arli.ir.i Rliulvart. lit-len Bolger. Sitting: Elaine Luyber, Shreve Bunting. Standing: Robert Hughes, Ronald Hoelz. The little theatre movement in our country has gone on apace with the schools creating and fostering an interest in participation in the drama. Under the able direction and supervi- sion of Miss Edna Ziegler, our dramatics have received a new impetus. The popular Broad- way production Life with Father by Clarence Day was well received by the audience. The play family consisted of Shreve Bunting as Father, Elaine Luyber as Mother, Ronald Hoelz, Robert Hughes, Helen Bolger, and Barbara Rhubart as the children. The latter deserve much credit for their excellent portrayal of the younger children. The plot centered around Vinnie trying to get her husband baptized. 47 ' MP if ffguk mf' . 3, kfgff Op ' a if - 4 .ga mm' J K ggi' L .5 Kg? x5 lg , ,fs gd , TY ' x wa Ani 4' ,Q fy jeg Vu? V1 W: Qlhjxx Rf f '49 M 1 W 3 ,ix S-lxfithsgyjv-f'f 4 S! .9 x 3- 5, z if i gy mi .E rim 3 Q m Y z if K Q K H Rf fi Q 55 if is if ,521 2 Qg1gxYl, wfh9 ga Q wi sg 3 if 159' J E :T f A M X 5 rw Q 31 f . Sir, uv ,W w N 1, E! ,P Y -3 ex. .5 1 it, 9 4, f ' ' fini: 'ik ww .gn ,rv M 1 lifffgci in swap' Rival iff V 9 ,W 1 ' Qfvvagyg' wi J aww ffz 11?',H gi kata? ,fx I If V tsflaixiw :VI Y M,-f+ , ,A+ in 1 x Qi' M a.1' 7j1Bm 'lug' :W ' ' YJ nf 4' .q. kr I X .4 9 . f . N, I' C' NQQQQE IJ fr Milf!! li gl fy .fry N5 ' 1 fn 1 rf' eq .vwmf A ' A- M 1 . ilajifdxg my 5Qgg,'-lr., uf, .jwmxyy 'QM X sub: ,Q N- ,A , u , M, .g,k1,x.,, P 'Q' 63.11-' '. QU. -.3 -Fkm kf ?li'.,J ' Q -3 I ,rw ,iRjf,,,f fd' wi Dr ax ,ff ,s 'r f.it :,5?y',f N'5 lkYfiV,,Qli I Q . X' r A, Q i5,S fd sf, T513 'fZ'gf7 'fini ' if ,w 'Q up ,rw fa, .1 3 an U 5 A Q' rib THE '51 'ERS IN fLeft to Rightl Sitting: Elaine Luyber, Pauline Gilbert, Anna Egyud, Patricia Evans, Clara Paris, Barbara Rhubart, Elizabeth Tonia, Dolores King, Evelyn Hatalovsky, Mary Buccif grossi, Betty Camp, Wiliiizi Kline, Theresa Hess. Lois Bennett. Kneeling: Ioseph Bauer, Rich- mond Shaefer, Iohn Sofchak, George Wzilters, George Salaga, Ronald Hoeltz, Robert Hughes. VVASHINGTON TRIP March 15 . . . March 15 . , . a world-shaking date for many people . . . but to us it had only one meaning . . . our Washington trip, the date that never seemed to come. At last it had arrived, finding us all ready to go to our national capital. At the last minute Bob Hughes discovered he had forgotten something and had to rush home and get it. Soon we were all settled, so off we went down the highway to the Pennsville Ferry, then, as we were all half starved, we stopped at Howard Iohnson's in Baltimore for lunch. Qur next stop was Annapolis where we saw loads of sailors-I mean relics, trophies, models of old and new ships, old guns, the hull of the Maine, and many interesting sights. Since our destination was Washing- ton, we stayed in Annapolis for only two hours. finally arriving there at 5:30. By the time we had registered, unpacked, and dined, it was time for our sightseeing to begin. That evening we visited the Congressional Library, the Lincoln Memorial, the Iefferson Memorial, and the National Airport. We had a hard time getting Walter Kane away from the airport, for he is very aeronautical minded. After stopping at the Hot Shoppe, we all went to bed. Although we all tried to sleep, I doubt very much if anyone got any, but why sleep when it means missing the fun? We had just tumbled into bed, fhonest, that's the way we feltl when we were called for breakfast. As soon as we had eaten, we left for the Bureau of Printing and Engraving, the Washington Monument, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the United States Supreme Court, We all agreed that the Supreme Court was all that Mrs. Dawson had told us it would be. Hungry again, we went back to the hotel for lunch. That afternoon we saw sights that 50 THE CAPITAL VValter Kane. Lawrence Stroble, Douglas Tantuin, VVilliain Breza, Blair Craft. Shreve Bunt- ing. Standing: Robert Page. lanice Ahlgren. Olga Prokolyshen, Dorthea Stangcl. Helen Bolger. Mirgaret Lubrano, Nancy Loring, Mr. Presley Hamilton, Mrs. Gordon, Miss Duffy, Mr. Moore. Mr. VVilliani Hamilton, VVilliain Reynolds. Louis Egyud. we will always remember. No wonder Americans are proud of their heritage, the U, S. Capitol, l.ee's Mansion, the Amphitheatre, Washington's Home at Mt. Vernon, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Everyone said that the changing of guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier was the most spectacular sight he had ever seen. After eating dinner at the hotel. we went to the arena to see a basketball game. The Globe Trotters put on a wonderful show, after which we again stopped in at the Hot Shoppe, their best customers, by this time. We didnt have much sleep that night either as we were all busy talking about the Globe Trotters?7?? No one was anxious to get up the next morning because it was our day of departure. After breakfast, we went to the Pan-American Building, the Monastery, and the National Cathedral, continuing in the afternoon to visit the Old and New National Mtiseums, the Mel- lon Arr Gallery, and the Smithsonian Institute. Though we could have stayed there for hours, we had to crowd them all in an hour and a half. Tired, but wiser and happier, we then boarded our bus to start the long trip toward home. The rest is a little foggy for one by one, we even + stopped talking . . . Howard Iohn- son's.. .the ferry. . .mile after mile. . .Before we knew it, we had arrived at F. H. S. at about 10:30 P.M. We had had an experience that we would never forget: one that would be possible only in our great country. Looking backward it made us all serious and thoughtful. appreciative too, of the many great blessings in the good old United States. After ourlmany good-byes, we all went on our way toward home. 51 66 v 8I'l'l0l l2.4 As the curtain rose on the big show, the last show of the Class of '51 , it was the year 2000. We were looking into the imaginary home of the mom and dad of our school plays. The spotlight found them in the attic of their home, going through an old trunk. Their heads and minds were deep in the trunk, among their high school souvenirs and a thousand memories. As they rooted around, pulling things of particular significance, out came cries of delight, as they came across a dusty old book. Barely legible on the worn cover, was the title, Clavis, l951 . As the pages fell open to the Who's Who section, Shreve and Elaine, our grand- father and grandmother, looked into each other's faces as the Best Actor and Actress of 1951. Then to the soft strains of Memories , our minds wandered back through the years. Into a huge picture frame stepped the familiar figures of the cream of the Senior Class. Memory must have been rusty for some of the pictures were a little out of character. Or were they? The sharp ringing of a doorbell brought us back to the trunk and to grandfather, who was rousing himself from his thoughts to greet his guest. The guest, another old gentleman, was none other than Bob Page. After a few friendly greetings were exchanged, they put the trunk away and started for the parlor. On the way, however, Bob, who was carrying the pre- cious yearbook, was stirred by his favorite memory. As he stood in the middle of the stage, we did some more mind reading. This time we found ourselves in the bleachers at one of our won- derful football games. Naturally, we were winning. What a picture that cheering crowd made! How clearly we remembered the friendly, smiling faces of the loyal people who worked on the field at home games . . . and the band . . . and the team . . . and the fans . . . and our own version of Mr, Touchdown, U. S. A. , Roger Morton. When the team came out of the locker room, we recalled an old custom of F. H. S. You had to be a Football Hero to get along with a beautiful girl! What an unforgettable part of our lives were those crisp Saturdays at the field! As the happy crowd left the bleachers, they sang lustily about Blue and Gold Victorious. I've got it, I've got it! Bob shouted, trying to catch an imaginary football. While he was deep in thought, grandmother had been studying the Washington picture. Her eyes were dreamy and her mind far away. On the steps of the Capitol, to be exact. We saw as she did the tired group of Seniors resting there. They had been so busy having fun they had forgotten to sleep. The trip was lots of fun, but they looked ready to go home and they were. Grand- mother smiled to herself as she recalled the mischief and fun. Then looking down at the Senior section, she couldn't help thinking of the talent we had in the Class of '5l . The Senior talent shows were always the best, we thought. Cf course, there was that last program. Blair Craft was Master of Ceremonies , and what a great show it was. Memory hadn't dimmed those Senior stars. lt was with real regret that Blair ended our talent program, which included musical acts featuring Iohn Sofchak, Bob Hughes, Blair Craft, as well as our own vocalist, Priscilla Smith. He also brought to a close Class Nite, l95l . As the Seniors filed onto the stage for a final song, they added together the memories they had reviewed in the show. Their song was the dearest memory of all, that of the sacred halls of Florence High School. 52 -w- V-v - Y i. ' V lil- - -- l ,nr - ' ' .lg' iw' S l- its 1 1 - , 1 f ,, : -...- iramc- jun- ,.....- Cl- -D 'f -- VY ' ,- -'- L V 4, -11---Q - zulu: - -i f i ' ' ---- f ,ff if . 1 li., y I - Ti -- - 1 ' - Z' ......-- , X M ' I --. ' ..., W .1 .-.1 Z ,B --. i f : :','.:' ,.. 5 l Qi' ... -1 ' 2 ? 1'5- --'Q 2 , f , 2 ' 3 ---'L - I -f f-'Q v 3 A 'm'.-.. 'fi if 2 Wt f 1' N : -4- -5 46, W E ....-. Iut ffI1!:' z J 5 -Y ----W if fl ' ' bi - - I : is X ' -X : puns- 1 'wi' tk ...IM -Q: ... -.l ..i. l .-.L 4 T.. -' V -' Ri- ...... '- A 4. K ..- w , Q -E - ? .. Z I fy C' u and fgdhl a lam i 1 ff, ff X ---A L- --A-H ,, ? 1 , f-. : gg V V A-,.1.- : 4 A Z -M I J nb , . 3. --..., -- il - ,, ' LZ .... 4..- L.. - .. . . - ,,,,,- ., , , i ',..' .. .... , , ,, -I-11111, I ' '-.Q i , F - -l-.., i -1-1 , ,, , W iLeft to Rightl: Members of the Council Seated: George Bogda, Georgine Fritchman, Phyllis Weeks, Evelyn Hatalovsky, Blair Craft: Miss Strick, Adviser: Ronald Hoelz, Edward Yurcisin, George Salaga, Francis Pfeiffer, Ulysses Morton. Standing tUpper Housej Helen Simonka, Virginia Hague, Shirley Brewer, Helen Bolger. Richard Pagodin, George Gebely, Ioseph Bauer, Iohn Carey, Ronald Berthasavage. STUDENT COUNCIL fLeft to Rightl Otlicers: Eve- lyn Hatalovsky, Treasurer: Blair Craft, President: Phyllis Weeks, Recording Secretary: Edward Yurcisin, Correspond- ing Secretary: Ronald Hoelz, Vice President. The Student Council in F. H. S. is that vital organ of representative government which is so necessary and typically American, about which the constitution of the entire school is centered. Organized in 1942 the Council continues to do its splendid job of promoting school spirit, making more firm student-faculty relations and fostering activities beneficial to the whole of the student body. The Upper House of Student Council attended the annual State Student Council Con- vention which was held this year at Rutgers University. There the Florence representatives obtained many new ideas and transported them back to F. H. S. Our activities include the compilation of the Student Handbook and social calendar. Be- cause ol a financially prosperous year for concessions the Council decided, after an exhaustive check on the various school organizations. to donate S150 apiece to the Glee Club for gowns and to track for non-personal equipment, such as hurdles and high jumps. We know the members of the Council are conscious and appreciative of the cooperation of the student body, and especially thankful to Miss Strick, who has patiently been adviser ol this organization since its initial year. 54 ' ORGANIZATIONS A. A. COUNCIL 1I,cft to RightI: Brom, Shafer Pvrry, BiI1Ivnr, PIIIICII. Dcmp svy, IjOllglIIL'I'Iy, Otlmmcr. Kos trulw, XAIIIIICFS, I.uIvrzmo. I,isow ski, Gillwrt, Simkovich. Las l'icl1cn, IVIujcl1cr. Buddy, Scott, Hudson. VzmArsdnlc, Bolgvr Mrs. Dawson. udvisvr: Ford IInmiIto11, I.cL', dav- ii gg: assi KBLH.. 'Q' if '1- X X E mNn,..,,M xx , 'Nu' 9 ,Y 1' A ' - , 4' by ' 1, x 1rirsn.. Y L 1. U -- M .A -we ' A5 W xf M .V M Z? 5 -ai K4 'E' X1 :if F. H u . Ri YW 2, H M ,V-. Q xx I 3 E OUR SLIDE RULE CLUB lLeft to Rightl First Row: E. Yurcisin, W, Kane, G. Salaga. Second Row: L. Sandor, Sof- chak, W, Gilbert. Third Row: F. Pfeiffer, Mr. Daniel. adviser. HOME ECONOMICS FAMILY lLeft to Rightl: W. Luyher. E, Ford, C. Hamilton. B. Parker, Russ: Teacher, Miss BIYIQQ- MANUAL TRAINING GROUP lLeft to Rightl: H. Cox, G. Walters, R. Brown, W. Kitson. A. Losito, D. Tantuin, W. Breza, L. Eqyud, Mr, Hedlund. Teacher. MAKE-UP CLUB CLeft to Rightj: A, Egyud. Miss Ziegler, Teacher: B. Franz. E, Hatalovsky, B. Gonl czi, I. Brock, D. Rinaldi, O. Prokolyshen, B, Csik, A. King. Sitting: Ahlqren, Berglund. SPEECH CHOIR lLcft to Rightl: A. Tantuin, E. Hutchison, King, Bartha, L. Rainier, Lee, B. Lower, S. Challender, D. Wood. G. Boone. C. Gilbert, Logan, E. Taylor. Miss Ziegler, Teacher. PHYSICS LAB lLeft to Riglitiz F. Brock, Mr. Moore, Teacher: B, Rhuhart, Bauer, G. Salaga, R, Hoelz. HEADS TO CLEARER THINKING Classes and clubs alike are based on the theory that we learn to do by doing, that think- ing Americans are needed in future Florence and America. Realizing that a good citizen is a well-rounded individual, we strive for present accomplishment and for future citizenship by letting them plan their own schedules in which they are interested and best suited, ln this way a student may widen his knowledge by pursuing those subjects that will be of the greatest help to him in his chosen career. Knowledge of this sort is acquired not only from the classes, but also during club periods and sometimes after school. Mathematical-minded students usually enroll in the Slide Rule Club to further their knowledge in Math to which there is no royal road . Conducting this club, which is held every Monday during club period, is Mr. Daniel, an able mathematician, who is never daunted by any kind of Math problem. Home Economics provides training for the hands, yes, training for the life that most of us will lead as housewives. All of our Freshmen and Sophomores take their basic courses, while some students continue their training as juniors and Seniors. A typical family scene en- acted here shows girls learning the fine arts of cooking and other details involved in house- keeping. Certainly this is one of the most practical and valuable subjects that could be offered to girls. Miss Bragg mothers the whole school in her department, rendering service to every group in school. Parallel to Home Economics for girls, Manual Training offers boys a training of the hands that will be helpful to them all their lives. One of the ways boys skills are developed is in mechanical drawing where they learn how to draw blue prints! The most valuable experi- ence is the actual construction of something from wood: then they learn by doing. They busily fashion many ornamental as well as useful pieces in this class: it's no wonder that the Manual Training display at the exhibition is one of the most popular. Plays, scenery, school projects, each taxes Mr. Hedlund and his boys, but they are always willing and cooperative. The Make-Up Club, instituted by Miss Ziegler, provides training for the hands as well as the mind. The girls, before applying the make-up must first know how their character is to look, then strive to make him look that way. Making up work is such a valuable service to this school that we could hardly do without it. One of the more recent classes is the Speech Class which was established within the last few years upon the realization that good speech is a necessity in the present world. Making speeches is not the only phase of this work, for its members act out plays, read poetry, give monologues and have discussion groups. Surely, such a variety of subjects is bound to give a student a well-rounded knowledge in this field, To be a good student in Physics takes intelligence as well as the ability to work well in the laboratory, This group, shown working in the laboratory, are applying the knowledge that they have learned through experimentation. As knowledge is of little value unless it is applied to practical things, Mr. Moore allows the budding scientists an outlet for their indi- vidual interests. Yes, we do indeed in our community dedicate our heads to clearer thinking, and our hands to greater service in order to develop better citizens. 59 MUSICAL OUR HEARTS BAND J M H y I , ,, tLeft to Rightj Colorguards: Norma Rainier, Isabelle Phillips, Ianis Berglund, Delores Rinaldi. Majorettes: First Row: Arden Speed, Second Row: Theresa Hess, Betty Camp. Third Row: Iune Brock, Wilma Kline, Mary Buccigrossi. Fourth Row: Ann Parker, Virginia Hague, Edna Llewellyn, Margaret Miller. Band: First Row: Howard Curry, Robert Hughes, Edward Yur- cisin, Blair Craft, George Gebeley, Alex Prokolyshen. Second Row: Robert Iacobson, Kenneth Horlacker, Raymond Bayzath, Gerald Craft, Clifton Chapman, Warren Goldsby. Third Row: Robert Bradway, Faydo Harris, Ernest Henry, Adele Tantum, Floyd Moreland, Ronald Hoelz. Fourth Row: Larry Bunting, William Gilbert, Charles Wolf, Francis Esteban, lean Megules, Ronald Garwood, As Americans have always had music in their homes, an American school is always interested in musical training. The community of Florence is proud of the work of Mr. Zavacky and his fine musical organizations. MAIORETTES lLeft to Rightl: Margaret Miller, Edna Llewellyn, Virginia Hague, Ann Parker, Iune Brock, Wilma Kline, Mary Buccigrossi, Theresa Hess, Betty Camp, Arden Speed. ORGANIZATIONS TO GREATER LOYALTYH GLEE CLUB M tLeft to Righti First Row: Betty Gonczi, Barbara Lower, Marianne Yankoski. Second Row: Iune Brock. Ursula Lower, Elsie Scott, Claire Bolger, Geraldine Arenas, Ernestine Taylor, Geraldine Boone. Rose Marie lohnson. Mr. Zavacky, Director. Third Row: Olga Prokolyshen. Phyllis Weeks, Dorothy Hoffman, VVilma Kline. Emily Torres, Mildred VVainwright. Marilyn Ledger, Ioyce Rainier, Ann Parker. Fourth Row: Iudith Glass, Leona Rainier, Fifth Row: Norma Rainear, Loretta Matlack, Ioann Thompson, Iames Casey, Alex Prokolyshen, Howard Curry, Frank Brock, Robert Iacobson, Lawrence Strohle, Michael Notigan, Betty Welvb, Doris Bell. We welcome two new groups, the orchestra and the robed choir, which par- ticipated in the spring musicale. Memories of the pleasant times, enjoyed by these fine musicians and their listeners, will always be a part of us. SPRING MUSICALE tLeft to Rightl Standing: Mr, Zavacky, Director: lulia Glass, Marianne Yankoski, Phyllis Weeks, Rose Marie Iohnson, Ann Parker, Margaret Miller, Olga Prokolyshen, Faydo Harris, Eugene Malsbury, Iohn Carty, David Wood, Howard Curry, Norma Rainear, Ioyce Rainier. Theresa Hess. Sitting: Nancy Othmer, Edward Bordas, Ioan Malmos, lean Megules, Mrs. Elliott, Nancy Loring, Francis Esteban, Blair Craft, Ernest Henry, Robert Iacobson, Ronald Agoes, Robert Bradway, Robert Hughes, Ronald Hoelz. OUR HANDS TO LARGER SERVICE RED CROSS CLUB iLeft to rightl First Row: Phyllis Wixom, Mercedes Epps, Marie Drangula, Lucille Harris. Second Row: Florence Wliite. Miss Bragg, adviser. FIRST AID CLUB iLeft to rightl Mr. Moore. ad- viser: Harold Cox, Alex Si- monka, Willifmiii Bernzith. DANCING CLUB fLeft to rightl First Row: Shir- ley Challender, Carol Gilbert, Evelyn Lennit, Catherine Hor- ner, Ianet Logan. Second Row: Ioan King, Mildred Iacobson, Arlene Hutchison. 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LAMBERTVILLE-It looks like the Mortons are taking turns because this week Roger went on a scoring spree for the Flashes and scored three touchdowns to beat Lambertville 21-0. Morton's first score came at the end of the first quarter: his second, a fifty-five yard gal- lop, came in the second period, and his last, a twenty-yard run, came in the last quarter. MT. HOLLY -The Flashes extended their winning streak to three by routing a hard fight- ing Mt. Holly eleven 27-13 at the home field. Roger Morton repeated his performance of the previous week by racing for three touchdowns raising his total to 44. Bob Page streaked 35 yards on an interception for the other six pointer. Two conversion passes via Loftin to Epps added to the count. RIVERSIDE-Again the Flashes beat their opponents for their fourth consecutive triumph of the season with Roger Morton and Richard Epps making the touchdown trips. lt might have been a tie but for Iimmy Casey, center and captain of the team, who made a beautiful defensive play at the Flashes' goal line. Florence 12, Riverside 6. BURLINGTON-The hopeless Blue and White grid machine of Burlington High proved to be no roadblock in the path of the Flashes as they proceeded on their undefeated way with a 25-6 victory. After a scoreless first period, Richard Epps ran twenty yards to be first to reach the pay dirt for Florence. Other scores were made by Gershom Bennett, who took a ten-yard heave from Albert Loftin: Roger Morton, and Stroble. Lonny intercepted a pass and romped seventy yards to the pay dirt. SAYREVILLE-The Flashes took no mercy on Sayreville by thumping them 31-0. Our boys started moving early in the game with Uley Morton taking the ball on the third play and racing seventy yards for the first touchdown. Rajah Morton had a fair day scoring three touchdowns. Stroble made the last touchdown while Ioe Urewicz made the conversion. BORDENTOWN -Bordentown was the next victim as Roger led the Flashes to another one-sided score by clicking off 246 yards and six touchdowns. Epps took a long journey for another and Urewicz made the conversions, Our big quarterback totaled 144 yards with a perfect passing score of live for five. EGG HARBOR- Racking up eight touchdowns, Roger Morton again led his teammates to an overwhelming 52-0 victory over an outclassed Egg Harbor team. The booting of Ioseph Urewicz was good for four conversions. PEMBERTON -With the last game of the year the Flashes did the expected on Thanks- giving and rolled over a hard lighting Pemberton eleven by four touchdowns and two con- versions. The whole team looked good and the hard plunging line played their best defensive game of the year. The score was 26-0. 66 FLORENCE CHAMPS AND ROGER MORTON HONORED BY 300 TOWNSFOLK More than three hundred townsfolk packed Library Hall in Florence Saturday, Decem- ber 9, to honor our Florence grid eleven, which shared the S. Group 1 title with Clayton High and was the only unbeaten and untied scholastic team in South Iersey this past season. The banquet was sponsored by the Neighborhood Players, headed by Newton M. Brown. A total of twenty-three members of the squad were presented letters and highly com- mended by Coach Marty Fischbein. Each player was praised by the speakers. Roger Morton was called the outstanding player of the squad. A wrist watch was presented to Morton by Arthur Foulks, past president of the Florence Kiwanis Club. Iames Casey, Florence center and team's captain, presented a gift to Mr. Fischbein while Robert Gold, member of the Freshman team, presented a gift to Ioseph Pasqualine, who coached the Freshman team. Florence will lose only six lettermen next season according to Coach Fischbein. Al Sabo, Rutgers University line coach, was the principal speaker and stressed the value of team work and higher education for the members of the team. Hilyard S. Simpkins, Presi- dent of the Board of Education, former football player at Rutgers University, was the toast- master. Other speakers included Dr. Ierre F. Moreland, Miss Marcella Duffy, Dr. M. M. Schisler, and Iohn Coates. The invocation was asked by the Rev. Tracy F. Walsh, of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, Florence. Films of the Rutgers University football contest were shown at the conclusion of the program. FLORENCE GAINS TEAM TITLE IN SCORING WITH 265 POINTS With the 1950 football season all wrapped up, the Flashes rolled up 265 points, while trimming nine straight opponents, for the South Iersey team scoring championship. Only one foe was able to hold the powerful Flashes to less than three touchdowns in a single game. Riverside accomplished the feat and almost topped the Flashes, but was finally beaten, 12-6 in a bruising contest. Biggest single game totals registered by Florence were against Egg Harbor, 52-O and Bordentown, 44-0. Woodrow Wilson took the defensive championship only by letting their opponents score 18 points on them. They beat the Flashes by seven points, who only let their opponents score 25 points. Individual honors were shared by Roger Morton, Iames Casey and Epps, who were se- lected All-County-First-Team: George Brantmayer, who was selected All-State-Tackle. Roger Morton was also selected a Back on All South Iersey and All State, Group I, and East All American High School Team. FLORENCE 27 Pitman ............. . 0 21 Lambertville . . . . 0 27 Mt. Holly . 13 12 Riverside .... . 6 25 Burlington B. . . . 6 31 Sayerville ..... . 0 44 Bordentown . . . . 0 52 Egg Harbor .. . . 0 26 Pemberton . . . . 0 265 25 CLAVIS EXTENDS CONGRATULATIONS The Clavis would like to extend its congratulations to the boys, all of them, down to the smallest lad on the bench, for their splendid spirit and cooperation with their teammates to make the perfect season possible, to Coach Marty Fischbein for their record of clean, aggres- sive play, and last but very important, to the teaching staff of the school, who instilled the desire for learning in all these fine athletes. FOOTBALL TEAM 4. - Qi .. Q Qi iLeft to rightl First row: Roger Morton, Robert Page, lames Casey, Albin Snyder, Lawrence Stroble, George Bogda, David Wood, Albert Loftin, Gershoin Bennett, George Logan, George Brantmayer. Second row: Iohn Carry, Hobart Wainwright, Ulysses Morton, Donald Dobbins, William Todash, Ioseph Bartha, Roscoe Cleveland, Ronald Agoes, Iohn Iakim, Theodore Wainwright, Richard Epps, Third row: William Fidati, Mereno Angelini, Ioseph Urewicz, Warren Goldsby, Faydo Harris, Mr. Fischbein, Coachg William Markwood, Richard Pagodin, Martin Costantini, Kenneth Latham, lack Casey. OUR ATHLETICS DEVELOP HAPPIER BOYS AND GIRLS. CHEERLEADERS lLeft to Rightjz Anna Egyucl, Wilma Luyber, Beverly Frantz, lean DiFilippo, Iulia Russ. Nancy Loring, Evelyn Hatalovsky, Elaine Luyber, Carole Schaum, Irene Smith, Clara Paris. TRACK 1950 Team fLeft to Rightlz Roger Morton, Ronald Agoes, Martin Fischbein, Coach: Gershom Bennett, Robert Page, Albert Loftin. TRACK 1950 Making a modest start the Florence High Track Team entered the Burling- ton County, the South Iersey, the Penn Inter-scholastic Invitation, and the State Meets. They were pleased at being invited to the Penn Inter-scholastic Meet last year and hope to enter as many events as possible this year. The following individual honors were won by: Burlington County Meet Morton -100 yd. dash, Hrst place: 220 yd, dash, second place: Broad lump, fifth place. Epps - Broad lump, Hrst place. Iohnson - 220 yd. dash, third place. South Iersey Meet Group I Morton- 100 yd dash, first place: 220 yd. dash, first place: Broad lump. fifth place. Epps-Broad lump, third place. Iohnson - 220 yd. dash, tied for second place. Page - 440 yd. dash, second place. Penn Inter-scholastic Invitational Meet Morton - 220 yd. dash, third place. Time: 21.7 seconds. Epps- Broad lump, sixth place. State Meet - Group I Morton - 100 yd. dash, first place: 220 yd. dash, first place. Epps-100 yd. dash, fifth place: Broad lump, fifth place. Iohnson - 220 yd. dash, fourth place. Page -- 440 yd. dash, fifth place. 69 ohn Sofchak-First Baseman Samuel Roscani - Pitcher VARSITY FLORENCE HIGH IS PROUD OF ITS ATHLETES B SEB LL 1 l l I 1Left to rightl Kneeling: William McDade, Edward Yurcisin, Iohn Soichak, Ioseph Buddy, Francis Pfeiffer, William Breza. Second row: William Fidati, Richard Lee, Samuel Roscani, Mr. Fischbein. Coach: Iohn Iakim, Robert Hughes, William Bernath. BASEBALL SCHEDULE - 1951 April April April April April April May May May May May May May 5 9 12 19 26 30 3 4 10 ll 14 15 17 Pennsbury Pennsbury Mt. Holly . Mt. Holly . Pemberton Riverside . Bordentown N, S. D, Pemberton Allentown Riverside . N. S. D. Bordentown Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Home Away Away Home Away Away Robert Hughes, Third Baseman lLeft to rightl First Row: Ioseph Botlinger, loseph Paglione, Richard Pagodin, Mereno Angelini, lcseph Kais, Ioseph Urewicz, Robert Gold, Earl Kovac, Mr. Fischbein, Adviser: William Tatrai, George Lockett, George Logan, George Bogda, Iohn Konrad, Daniel Slemko, Andrew Konrad. Second row: Stephen Kovac, Iames Lord. Charles Brogan, lohn Casey, Douglas Tantum, lohn Iakim, William Markwood, George Brantmaycr, William Todash, Theodore Wainwright. tlnsertsj William McDade, Albert Loftin, Ulysses Morton, Ioseph Bartha, Gershom Bennett, Edward Yurcisin, Frances Pfeiffer, Miss Steiner, Ronald Hoelz, Robert Hughes, Mr. Fisehbein, William Breza, William Fidati, George Brantmayer, Margaret Lubrano, David Wood, Helen Bolger, Roger Morton. 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