Haddonfield Memorial High School - Shield Yearbook (Haddonfield, NJ)

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EDWIN A. Rrsu-:Y Preaidenl HEI.EN N. BAKER Secrelaqy GEORGE W. BAXTER Vice-Premzdenf HENRY E. MCCONE Treaafurer History of the Senior Class EMBARKATION MBARKING on the good ship H. XII. H. S., we began our journey on September 9, 1951, and as mere infants were chased up the gangplank by the seasoned Soph- omore midshipmen. After a brief fracas, some of our cabinboys appeared minus portions of their flowing locks. To our chagrin we were the last class to be thus effusively greeted, and the last freshmen to be forced to starve heroically for fifteen minutes while the upper classmen nibbled their tidbits. For the most part sailing was smooth, as we were mere children and wise enough not to cause any disturbance or to participate in the pranks of the crew. In the course of time we managed to unite ourselves by a Consti- tution that was drawn up with the aid of our capable Admiral Clymer. Enthusiastically we selected our mates who were to represent us on official occasions: Midshipman Don Harris, 'Presidentg Kendall Pennypacker, Vice-President g Betty Westermaier, Secretaryg and Albert Sharp, Treasurer. In the very beginning of our voyage we were saddened by the sudden death of our popular classmate, Iohn Danenhower. 1 Our activities during our first year were few, but we did have a stroke of luck when the Professional Players boarded our ship and produced two plays for our entertain- ment, namely Tom Sawyer and The Three Musketeers. The receipts were divided among the various classes, and our share was laid aside to be used for the forthcoming land excursion: o Washington in our last year. Many of our midshipmen took part in The Lucky Iade, but our group excelled most on the track through the prowess dis- played by Harry Wannewick and Paul Lovett. . W? 19 1 WHAW35 THE sr-HELD

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THE FIRST LIGHT After passing our first year seen and not heard for the most part, we gained some recognition by reaching the Sophomore stage in our trip. As much as we wanted to run the boat at this time, the wheel was still firmly held by the Iuniors and the Seniors. Even our initiations of the Freshmen were forestalled and reduced to a mere formality. Ensign Harris again led the class, assisted by Harry Wannewickg Betty Wester- maier kept the records, and Paul Lovett was class purser. Every athletic squad had representatives from our ranks by this time. Our attempt to entertain the Seniors with a hop never materialized owing to opposition from the first deck. The only important activity was the selection and acquisition of our class rings. The design was slightly changed from the year before, and we were no end thrilled when they finally arrivedg somehow the band of gold gave us a permanent feeling. ROUGH SEAS Our position among the various crews was now definitely established and respected. The affairs of the year were guided by Ross West, and Don moved up to become a part of the Student Body Organization. Bob Padgett assisted for the short time he remained on board, but land held a strange fascination and he deserted us. Betty once more com- piled the log, and Paul was again in command of the treasury. The itinerary of this year was especially interesting. The football squad broke down the aged jinx and soundly trounced our rivals from Collingswood. As most of the team was composed of juniors, after this remarkable victory our chest expansion increased several inches. We were well represented on every other squad on board, and slowly but surely the Seniors condescended to recognize our accomplishments. Tony Sarg came 'round a wave one day and, together with his Marionettes, put on a show, Uncle Remus, for our benefit. It was much enjoyed and served to increase our special fund. Our biggest event of the year was on the evening of May fifth, when we entertained the Seniors at the Prom. Lilting strains were supplied by Bill Hall and his orchestra, and none of us will ever forget the exquisite decorations-nor the manner in which they descended to the dust. PORT As we started on our final voyage together, the sea lost its calm appearance and the barometer fell. The first, and foremost cloud which crossed our horizon came in the form of, Can I pass this year? and the second fthe more important to the majorityj was, Will we have enough money for the trip? The honor of being our president was bestowed upon Ensign Ed Risley, and George Baxter was the assistant. Betty kept the log for the Student Body, and her place in our group was capably taken by Helen Baker. We will long remember Pete McCone in his role as treasurer vainly attempting to collect class dues. To state that the year was overflowing with activities would be putting it very mildly. We were kept on our toes every step of the way in order to complete the sum necessary for the stop at Washington. The first attempt was in the production of a play, Booth Tarkington's Seventeen, a comedy chuck full of fun. Then we presented the Tony Sarg Marionettes, this time in Dr. Faustusf' For originality, interest, and a good show, however, nothing previously given could be compared with our Community fllonlinuerl on page Ml W i-H E s H IE L D la HAM 35 13