Ld J 4 if , , , L 1 ff. O A fi? - TW! . 'K 4 J ff' ,ff , fl g ff,,f f 3' ,f , Y , if ff: ffl f' I X' 1 ,- ,ff If 'ff- ff' H. ,,.-R ,-nf' ,Q-1 STAFF Co-Editors Ronald Chevalie r Jerome H-ensler Business Managers Robert Gordon Jan Perkins Photography Leo Collett Art William Rothwell Sports Don McKenna I will liken h' lm unto a wise man which built his house upon a rocky And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house: and it fell notp for it was founded upon a rock Matthew VlI:24-25 1956 IRWIN NORTH IRWIN HIGH SCHOOL, IRWIN, PENNSYLV NI Q TI N T F .: .lE'E I' f A gsm 'W MM. H i, Mvx w f f wmwf ,mx fx I AQ , i ...W I V. M, A mg fy Q1 5 V v,ff2--KimzgsvffirgzA aww . MSM X, ,Q If w-,may-,f wf' f -ww gvsiff'-i.'m1gw mf ww L M I O S ' +2-4-,..5 ' T . I Q: ,s , I W J w 5 ' 5 Q fffffmw -,ggi , .Q 'W .I va --4. . , VN it N M f1'fm1U'4 gk V Sm kw3'fb f y 'c x hw 91.4, MEKKQZQ 3' f 1-X ixmwigg Kem V M.. :Ulf I' In m mf va-' 'Q Q' 1 3 df? f 5 Lg 1 Q 4 N r -,ggfifkiakm Vw Q X' :L , 'ff .7 A lx- js Wifi .,,. g..,,,g gze,kQ1fa.i1.4 iixfw-fin' idiff J' f' - im-,...fMM,1,,x,',,Mx I 5 ,gy 5 5 , f 1 Q 1 , 2 x 5 i ,V - .- X I fl -.Wg .www ? f.!,?:g,vtfZQtaQ,., ,. .,, wx in .fa My QQ. W5 M-4 lf, gg f - v A in . M M x wwm.iN,5'f l'l'5'4i.. 'Q 'rr x N 1 -A-5-1' , ff-' 1,- f-Q ff .gy-,1-1 I 'ff' ,in Q es:-,Ng .. A H X THIS IS During our high school days our lives are in the development stage. By our senior year we have a rough blueprint of what we want in life. Our plan should adequately cover any detail that is vital to a happy and useful life. Our school years help build our mental and physical foundation. They contribute the knowledge that is the basis for determining our purpose in life. Some of our plans will be simplep others complex. Many of us will build our lives on the ranch type plan with large picture windows on the world. Some will lay out their lives on such a complicated plan that they will never be happy. It is essential that we consult the Master Builder of the Universe for the best results. l E s I QI s I. I OUR TRIED AND TRUE PlAN OF THE PAST YEARS ACTIVITIES B l. U E P R I N T Of The Following Pages pp. 8-51 We collected ideas in our building scrapbook. Those we use, we hope are worthy. They will determine what we are as individuals. p pp. 52-73 We practiced using our ideals, our talents, and our leadership tendencies. These we will develop further in our community living. pp. 74-83 We learned to regard clean minds and healthy bodies as necessary attrib- utes to happiness. These qualities will help to make a better nation. ,fe-MW-1 Iggy-xvmvvs 4101+116 '1f.x.'Y' 3 Q ,Lf Q QA.. 2 i A 33 1 I QQ 4 5 if I if ' its ADMINISTRATION FACULTY SENIORS UNDERCLASSMEN BOOK I Q, Lf J I ,jmfffsf EACH MADE E , Mr. Clawson and Mr. Dudley congratulate each other on their new positions-Assistant County Superintendent and Supervising Principal Admmawm ' After ten years as our Supervising Prin- cipal, John W. Clawson has been promoted to the position of Assistant County Superin- tendent . . . We wish him well . . . James Dudley was appointed to replace Mr. Claw- son . . . He will carry through Mr. Clawson's expansion plan for the Irwin-North Irwin School District . . . Mr. Dudley will be a very capable administrator . . . Charles L. Shirley was named to the Assistant Principal's position . . . Mrs. Romayne Buckley and Mrs. Carabel Lomicka are the schooI's efficient secretaries . . . They are well liked and do much to help the students. . . Our present school board has been especially busy with their various building problems . . . New members: Glenn Parry, Wilbur Hockensmith, and George Cost were elected this year . . . Without the guidance of this fine group of responsible people, our school could not function in such a fine manner nor overcome its many problems. I 1 4 IRWIN SCHOOL BOARD Chester Durnin, George Cost, Paul Brown, Wilbur Hockensmith, Frank Lomicka NORTH IRWIN SCHOOL BOARD Glenn Parry, John Wil- helm, Wilbur Paul, Edward Stoves, Joseph Lentz www sw M WW X S A ' . my X 'f Ahhh is? iff-Efai' ' . , K 5 - - - i : . 'c' . Nia. -as?-U ' if f ,S , . , ,y 'l, N ,L 1 m ,jTi9fff-A K . 4 5 lfk.-63,3 .ggi K -- K - ..L. Q W' , L N F?sQ,,w, gfkgiw 'i . -K :.. I - 13 K .. X15 1 , gv Mg A I .X A . ' iw. ? 'v?H'1 '0? C 'M' x A A wk .MM E N. M X WW . 54222: 2 . 1f'wff21 'i35i'W-ww' v Q?-, '- h iil' ':ILf.y:gQ:4 ,:w ' .W , K . 22' I 5 K K A 9 m, 'K X , f' 1. 44 4, 1 5 , f- 5 fi . fi .eggs ' Qui! 'N iff? in SOCIAL STUDlES J. Creighfon, C. Comes, S. Flcmigun, and R, Good presented their xclen of World Peace in lhe mural on the history room wcill J Mrs. Stauffer, Miss Jones, and Mrs. Painter relax Miss Wiley and Mrs. Hamilton are served by Mr between classes ' Shirley MRS. JANE STAUFFER M.L. from the University of Pittsburgh . . . attended California State Teachers College . . . instructor of arts and crafts . . . always spoke pleasantly . . . often reminded her classes, Don't forget to clean up. MISS AGNES JONES M.A. from the University of Chicago . . . taught math, solid geometry, and trig . . . was adviser for Tri-Hi-Y . . . her classes often led her to say, Folks, you're not with me. MRS. DOROTHY PAINTER A.B. from Allegheny College . . . taught freshman and sophomore English, and had the sophomores for home room . . . an excellent speaker . . . liked by all students . . . said, All right! All right! when every- thing was all wrong. MISS MARY WILEY A.B. from California State Teachers College . . . taught iunior high English . . . sponsored several essay contests . . . advised the Stamp and Letter Writing Clubs . . . found time for managing the Junior Red Cross . . . got tired of saying, Yes, you have checkout. MRS. WINIFRED HAMILTON M.L. from University of Pittsburgh . . . school librar- ian and adviser of Carillon . . . usually in a pleasant mood . . . holds a record for grandchildren . . . usually heard saying, Will you please get quiet? CHARLES L. SHIRLEY M.E. from University of Pittsburgh . . . taught general science and biology . . . became our new Assistant Principal after Christmas vacation . . . freshman class and student council adviser. RICHARD E. STEWART-B.S. from Indiana State Teachers College . . . took over Mr. Shirley's home room and general science classes . . . he already has many friends. isee page 477 13 Trained us to choose the best materials Bill Borland, an eighth grader, has already learned the value of WORDS MRS. DOROTHY BAUGHMAN B.S. from Indiana State Teachers College . . . ioined her husband at midterm. MISS ELEANOR BELLONE- B.S. from Indiana State Teachers College . . . replaced Mrs. Baughman in January . . . frequently said, We won't get anything done unless you get quiet. lsee page 47? MISS BETTY KERACHER A.B. from Slippery Rock State Teachers College . . . taught girls' physical education . . . advised Cheer- leaders and Maiorettes . . . loved golfing and her new charcoal and pink Studebaker . . . memorable saying Showers! MRS. PATRICIA SCHWEPPE B.S. in Education from Clarion State Teachers College . . . enioyed teaching English and speech . . . will always be remembered for the fine way she read her chillun poetry excerpts. MISS MURIEL GALLAGHER M.A. from the University of Chicago . . . taught La- tin, Spanish, and senior English . . . fond of traveling and reading . . . plans to build a new home . . . Eche la guma en el cesto, por favor, was familiar to her Spanish classes. MRS. GENEVIEVE WYNCOOP B.S. from Indiana State Teachers College . . . left us for N. Huntingdon . . . has many friends at Irwin . . . her position was 'filled by MISS PEGGY MILLER . . . B.S. from University of Pittsburgh . . . taught all the commercial subiects . . . adviser of the Saber and Commercial Club . . . a very pleasant person. lsee page 47? Mrs. Baughman, Miss Keracher, and Mrs. Schweppe go to lunch in the pink Studebaker o e eac ers ssocta ton The senior HOME EC girls have reached the stage of The lunior HOME EC girls are learning to master doing interesting proiects such as Christmas slippers machines and sew a straight seam Taught us the value of a good foundation LYMAN W. STOUGH A.B. from Waynesburg . . . could coach Varsity without getting ulcers . . . taught civics and math . . . directed the Lettermen . . . drove a blue Plymouth with a Bonnie blonde beside him . . . started games with, Boys, we've got to out hustle them. SAMUEL T. MARSICO A,B. from Slippery Rock State Teachers College . . . taught boys' physical education and courageously instructed teenage drivers . . . coached the wrestlers . . . has made the latter an important sport at lrwin . . . closed a class with, l'm locking the cage, boys. FRANK R. MARKOSKY B.5. from California State Teachers College . . . ran a fine shop and taught mechanical drawing . . . coached the Jay Vee and Junior Hi teams . . . in the process of building a house . . . Let's hold the noise down, boys, was his key to discipline. JOSEPH L. McMUNN A.B, from University of Pittsburgh . . . taught junior high social studies and math . . . our Athletic Director . . . enioyed watching TV and eating snacks . . . noisy classes often heard him say, Okay now, settle down. They settled! Mr. Stough, Mr. Marsico, M Markosky, and Mr. McMunn review last night's game deadly Nancy Leffler adds the finishing touches to Christmas picture GEORGE F. BOWERS B.S. from Allegheny College . . . adviser for the iuniors . . . taught physics, chemistry, and general science . . . boys' guidance . . . an excellent cook . . . inevitably clanged on a beaker and shouted, There's the buzzer. MISS MADELINE HERSHEY M.L. from University of Pittsburgh . . . senior adviser . . . her world and American history, P.O.D., and psychology classes gave an opportunity for many debates . . . enioyed oil painting . . . often asked, Who is cracking that gum? CHARLES W. HOOVER M.E. from the University of Pittsburgh . . . member of the Air Force Reserves . . . taught algebra II, plane geometry, P.O.D., and psychology . . . questioned late comers with, Where's your ticket? MRS. LOUISE SILVIS A.B. from Oberlin College . . . Music Supervisor . . . had many well organized singing groups . . . her Christmas Operetta and Music Festival were mem- orable events . . . often said, Let's put some feeling into this song. MRS. EDITH BOWERS Health certification from the University of Pittsburgh . . . a graduate of Maple Avenue Hospital, DuBois . . . very soft spoken . . . promoter of the Women in White . . . started a check-up with, Let's take your temperature. Mr. Bowers and Miss Hershey have a friendly discussion Mr. Hoover, Mrs. Silvis, and Mrs. Bowers check up on their mail :elf 25 W L R -- ff-My pw: , ,.f, , ,sw V ,314 5, aff sv , IV. . . S31-HkWZEz::1i:ia5f.,!i AU, fg , U K ff - Swffw 'Q-2-Wfwf. ' fwfr 1241, -,ifzzguiiw-wigegg,--M5513fgggfvgwgg:gg,z ,fn K .- mm .Zf7.ZisN'15'ifi:s34 ,iiwsiw'f'z?riwmi:fpgf1f Qzzflzwwm -a A 1.-tzwfyi 1- mf g ,k,L L S' ,, wx - 7 f anvuwi-11 -1-ifliamw, gsifsgsin, M , 3 Q 'xi sa MN, 1. 1 l RE gg, My fix ,Q +1 -. -uf Y H N., A , 42222 , me Qi 45 V71 1 dm, V Aw km.. ?f'effZPf3f15Ei ? sing, gm. 11. 2 at film 'bfi M 251, .iqfiizazaswufqwzf ,. ,..L, , X ,., K.. Ni .,,: 2 1- A 5 il .Q ...,. wwm7m,ww,W:1N.,N,,, I ,'-, L iw... Sw ., . 9 1 wmfsffmw ' ' ww3:V'gfw,z., V A- -M,wyf'ff5'2 5bRvKm'Ft-fm . .NMA MM km ,ir V-, A X4 5 fx f - -V gg IE., as 5 11 lam-..,, 1 W- , .22 P. J W5 2 X Q P' fwf' Y Q v iz Q 1 V Q u sf. ua- MQW um asv Q r 4 Rf 1 .15,g3qjm,,,Q , 332. ,- .I- Q. .f Em . , W W...-M W r E5 , ,K . . g 2 1 WW if Eva W up ,xg -3 53, K WM 212 K1 L6 Y K ww There were undertones and overtones in senior PHYSICS Mr. Hoover empha- sizes u principle of DEMOCRACY for Jock Naylor ASSEMBLIES ofien brought us together with our friends perfection 'HMfP!gff7l'A7AL'Y Freida, Miss Hershey, Curt, and .lerry plan a big year COMMENCEMENT AWARDS Rensselear Bausch and Lomb CHARLES BAILEY NEEL CHARLES BAILEY NEEL Danforth FREIDA HENSLER RONALD CHEVALIER The class ot '56 has many pleasant memo- ries . . . as Sophomores we had the tradi- tional big feeling . . .our greatest event was lrwin's becoming Class B State Champions . . . we depicted Southern Splendor at our Junior Prom . . . chemistry class experiments fizzled . . . Mr. Bowers patiently calmed us down with, Sit down, so we can see where you are standing . , . we adult Seniors felt we were entitled to our trips to Hank's with- out the resulting detention . . . compromised OFFICERS President .ION CURTIS GARDNER Vice President JEROME HENSLER Secretary FREIDA HENSLER Adviser MISS HERSHEY the hassle over caps and gowns . . . held mature discussions in psychology class . . . our gym bags had the fountain treatment . . . our boys were first to make wrestling an important sport . . . Seniors participated in What Youth Wants to Know over WEDO . . . we enjoyed drivers ed . . .an all senior basket- ball quintet gave us many thrills . . . Miss Hershey did her best to change us into grown- ups . . .graduation will set us free to do with our plan what we will. 11 5.1 ' by ,NMR L j 135 .-5 if-'L , .Rm 9- -352131 H n -iiiwwafais , 4 S 54 fi we gy 4 ,. , N , - ,M W V- -M,-.4 51 ., ,. U 41. ,W A1 24, gf Y , -9371? K figgiu . iff F 1 ., 'f 'x-1.5 KW .i: 71f' 'fm , I N I 1 QF . !A I - . ' 1 .J f 5, , , ff ,If A J , 9 R .p, , 7 L . M- I K ' ' 14 .f x - . . K I Q- . .M ,, qi YTi'F4'3 f'Mwsf-4m9.,.. 'if ,a 22 ff fy A K 2:2 Q. - ' .. W, 4 .UA if Cm N Z 2 mu f k ,,. UE 3 '1 W f I g 99 N ,-v.,,n K J ,M PW, EDWARD C. ASHBAUGH RONALD W. BEDNARZ RICHARD E. BENJAMIN Eddie . . . member of Band and wrestling team . . . enjoyed target shooting and roller skating . . . was often seen ioy riding in his hot Chevy . . . plans to become a C. P. A. NORMAN D. BERTANI Norm . . . interested in all types of athletics . . . had a spec- ial talent for art . . . member of baseball team and Letterman's Club . . . yearbook business staff . . . his ambition is to bowl a 300 game . . . will attend college. HANNAH C. BRIDGE Bridget . . . champion giggler of senior class . . . liked weekends at Penn State . . . Senior Chorus . . . Glee Club. . . yearbook busi- ness staff . . . Tri-Hi-Y . . . good dancer . . . made friends easily . . future undecided. KENNETH L. BROWN Ken . . . a very pleasant per- son . . . a handsome life guard at Blue Dell . . . enioyed dancing and watching a good ball game . . . an energetic member of Band and Hi-Y . . . would like to enter Pitt to study geology. RAYMOND F. BROWN Pete . . . very positive in his opinions . . . interested in every- thing in general but nothing in particular . . . kept windows sparkling at Murphy's . . . en- ioyed agitating Miss Hershey and Mr. Hoover . . . future plans are undecided. Looking over the '56 models Cramming for mid-term exams much anticipation Ron . . . quiet boy with a smile for everyone . . . known for his ability to draw . . . liked to read custom magazines and work on his car . . . plans to enter college after G day. KATHLEEN V. BEVAN Kathy . . . quiet, but enioyed life . . . a smooth dancer with lots of style . . . entered as a sopho- more from Pitcairn . . . liked typing and shorthand . . . a Commercial Club member . . . plans to work at Westinghouse. Zeke . . . member of the wrest- ling team . . . belonged to the Ice House crowd. . . liked morn- ing siestas . . . the best disk iockey in the class of '56 . . . plans to enter the U. S. Air Force. PATRICIA FAYE BICKERSTAFF Pat . . . was always consider- ate of her teachers . . . enioys working around the house . . . tinted pictures for a pastime . . . capable baby sitter . . . member of the Tri-Hi-Y . . . future is un- decided. 23 MARY ANN CAROLAN THOMAS W. CARVER EUGENE CERVI Mary Ann . . . frequently in a tizzy . . . member of Commer- cial and Dramatics Club . . . en- ioyed dancing . . . had an avers- ion to study halls because they made talking difficult . . . her future is undecided. DONALD A. CHEVALIER Don . . . a quiet, well liked boy . . . interested in space stations . . . played snare drum in the Band . . . enioys listening to music, hunting, and watching late TV shows . . . plans a career with the Air Force. Tom . . . a prize ioker . . . teachers often said, Where's Tom . . . belonged to Senior Chorus, Hi-Y, Forensics, and Busi- ness Staff of Carillon . . . Mrs. B's errand boy . . . plans to go to college. RONALD A. CHEVALIER Ron . . . our Mr, Manners . . . tall, dark, and handsome . . . President of Band, Student Coun- cil, Forensics Club . . . Co-Editor of Carillon . . . worked at the Stand- ard . . . gets satisfaction out of church work . . . future plans in- clude attending Wooster College. 24 Pete . . . one of our best wrest- lers . . . should get extra credit for teasing . . . spent his spare time with the Ice House boys . . . left for Marine Corps in March. LEO H. COLLETT Lee . . . Main Street's Hopa- long Cassidy . . . an admirer of Shakespeare's writings . . . Presi- dent of Camera Club . . . Vice President of Forensics . . . mem- ber of Hi-Y and Senior Chorus . . . an Eagle Scout . . . future plans include Gettysburg College. GEORGE L. CREIGHTON Bucky . . . a very likable and humorous guy . . . known for his imitations of Rege Cordic's char- acters . . . likes outdoor life . . . one of the Varsity Five . . . Hi-Y, Letterman's Club, and Carillon Business Staff . . . plans to enter College. CAROL DANIELS Pokey . . . enioys meeting new friends . . . liked Mr. Hoover's discussion-type study halls . . . belonged to Tri-Hi-Y, Commercial Club, and Saber Staff . . . spends much time writing to the blue yonder boys. JAY L. DANIELS Jay . . . had a very subtle sense of humor . . . his favorite subject has always been history . . . couldn't wait until seventh period gym class . . . wants to ioin the Air Force after graduation. The North Irwin twins Our wrestlers were close friends Accepted the I Ji A Q2 T ' J img .,. W, , .,. .,,.,. .ML gf' ,.,,f1,,,A Y1'zQz,,,. V. 3 k,rL vrr.k i 1: - ' 2. . 5, dl K ry, ,.,. ,, ,'L. g iw ill' .- if JUDITH ANN DAULER PATRICIA ANN DILLER CHARLES D. DORSEY Judy . . . known for her friend- liness . . . Co-head of Cheer- leaders, senior class representa- tive to Student Council . . . Commercial Club and yearbook staff . . . lrwin's Betty Crocker . . . went out of her way to do things for others. JON CURTIS GARDNER Curt . , . always played it cool . . . President of Senior Class . . . lrwin's first triple Letterman . . . played baseball and tennis . . . outstanding guard and scorer for the Knights . . . spends most of his time at sports . . . plans to attend college, ROBERT L. GORDON WI Boob . . . a canny Business Man- ager of the Carillon . . . member of Student Council and Hi-Y . . . working at Berk's made him very style conscious . . . plans to at- tend college . . . should excel as a salesman. LLIAM T. HARRISON Bill . . . a fine gentleman . . , a loyal supporter of the Carillon ...helped sell pop at games . .. took an active part in high school Band . . . participated in Hi-Y . . . plans to enter Pitt. FREIDA J. HENSLER Bunny . . .daughter of Rabbit ...our queen . , .an all around fine girl . . . President of Tri-Hi-Y . . . Secretary of Band and Sen- ior Class , . . active in vocal groups . . . Varsity Cheerleader . . . willing to assist any worthy cause . . . Allegheny bound. The library aides helped their classmates choose a book Admiring the Christmas diamonds activities underway Pat . . . her pleasant personal- ity won her a diamond in Novem- ber. . . blushing was easy for her . . . active in Tri-Hi-Y and year- book business staff . . . Future Girls in White Vice President . . . plans to be a housewife. ROXIEANNE GIRON Roxie . . . a very attractive girl . . . always on an even keel . . . member of G.A.A., Future Girls in White, and Nurses Aides. . . a 5 and IO cookie . . . liked visits to Penn State . . . plans a career in nursing. Chuck . . . quiet but friendly . . . one of the North Irwin boys . . . never in a hurry , . . his favorite pastime was hunting , . . enioyed reading Hot Rod maga- zines . . . plans to serve with the Air Force. ROVER E. GONGAWARE Sonny . . . a very congenial boy . . . active member of the wrestling team . . . his car and working at Altman's took care of his spare time . . . his ambition guarantees his success in life. 27 JEROME C. HENSLER NANCY CAROL HOBAUGH HARVEY A. HOCKENSMITH Smiles . . . has lots of Irish humor . . . Vice President of Sen- ior Class and Hi-Y . . . Co-Editor of Carillon . . . liked sports as a pastime . . . one of Murtha's Blue Boys . . . hoped to take mechanical enginnering at Univer- sity of Notre Dame. HELEN E. HOUPT Helen . . . faithful member of G.A.A .... one of those forever talking gals . . . liked working at Murphy's . . . excelled in typ- ing . . . always ready with a ioke . . . will try to be an air hostess. Nanc . . . well liked by every- one . . . member of Commercial Club, Tri-Hi-Y, and Saber Staff. . . has a great respect for horses but really likes cats . . . hopes for a career in the commercial field. NEILA JO HURST Neila . . . one of those pleasant Manor girls . . . member of Tri- Hi-Y and editorial staff of year- book . . . sang in Senior Chorus, Glee Club, and Double Quartette . . . worked hard for the Carillon . . . will follow a nursing career. 28 Harv . . . very positive in his opinions . . . favorite interests were hot rods and outer space . . . was noted for his Cadillac . . . Vice President of Student Council . . . one of Irwin's tall Knights . . . will try for the Air Force Academy. SANDRA L. JOHN Sandy . . . enioyed open air dates . . . collected glass cats . . . her handwriting is distinctive . . . Secretary of Camera Club . . . member of Tri-Hi-Y, Double Quar- tette, yearbook staff, and Commer- cial Club . . . should be an out- standing secretary. DONALD R. JOHNSON Don . . . a good friend and a conscientious student . . . liked by both students and teachers . . . Student Council representative . . . member of Hi-Y . . . enioyed swimming and boating . . . will study engineering at Juniata. CAROLE VERA JOHNSTON Carole . . . quiet, but got along well with everyone . . . liked sew- ing and swimming . . . a good typist . . . member of Camera Club, Tri-Hi-Y, Commercial Club, Saber Staff . . . plans a secre- tarial future. CAROLE JONES Carole . . . a pleasant girl who never caused a disturbance . . . liked collecting post cards . . . en- ioyed her membership in the Commercial Club, Senior Chorus, Tri-Hi-Y, and Future Girls in White . . . should make an efficient secretary. These girls soon changed permits for licenses Weighing the advantages against the disadvantages Took time out for GEORGE A. KHALOUF TERRY L. KLECKNER ROBERT S. KLINE George . . . sky high in several ways . . . belonged to the Band and Musical Knights . . . partici- pated in the choral groups. . . an active member of Hi-Y . . . a Carillon standby . . . has been ac- cepted by University of Pittsburgh. CHARLES VAUGHN KLINE Vaughn . . . always trying to catch up on his sleep. . . member of Hi-Y . . . enioyed oil painting and playing golf . . . spent his spare time typing and reading . . . future plans include armed services and office work. CAROLE M. KUNKLE Carole . . . often volunteered to do extra duties . . . Secretary of Tri-Hi-Y . . . member of yearbook editorial staff, Triple Trio, Senior Chorus, and Future Girls in White . . . had a positive liking for Buicks . . . sure to be successful. DONALD C. MCKENNA Mac . . . seldom had a straight face . . . kept busy as manager of the basketball team . . . mem- ber of Carillon Business Staff and Forensics Club . . . provided di- version in all his classes . . , in- tends to enter college. MARTHA M. McNABB Marty . . . being pleasant was easy for her . . . Future Girls in White, Tri-Hi-Y, Library Aide . . . enioyed work at the hospital, watching TV and baby sitting . . . always willing to help others . . plans to become a nurse. Relaxing after school The basketball players tally their individual scores faced greater decisions Little Les . . . one of the Manor boys . . . enioys driving his father's car . . . one of our better students . . . enjoys sports and model building . . . plans to study engineering at Penn State. NAGENE YVONNE KLINE Evon . . . a cheerful girl from the hill . . . liked dancing and skating . . . Rainbow Girls, Com- mercial Club and belonging to the Saber Staff were her main interests . . . her ambition-pro- fessional hair stylist. Bob . . . a likable guy . . . had a sharp sense of humor . . . Mrs. Buckley's No. 2 errand boy . . . member of Hi-Y, Forensics, Senior Chorus, and Carillon Busi- ness Staff . . . would like to be a politician. JOHN H. KOOSER, JR. Johnny . . . enioyed an argu- ment . . . member of the Varsity Five . . . all-around sportsman from bunny hunting to tennis, and baseball to billiards . . . wore his flat hat at a very stylish angle . . . member of Hi-Y Club . . . college is in his future. 31 :N X 1 ,- I 'Q I FH Q I JUDITH A. MALLIGAN ADELE K. MICHAEL Judie . . . always seen with Martha . . . spends much time reading, listening to radio, at movies, and working at public library . . . activities were Future Girls in White, Tri-Hi-Y, Library Aide . . . plans to be a librarian. IRENE NOBLE Renee . . . member of Com- mercial Club, Tri-Hi-Y, and For- ensics Club . . . enjoyed writing letters . . . an enthusiastic reader of good novels . . . started the Fun Page for the Saber . . . should make a capable secretary. Adele . . . petite head maiorette . . . Secretary of Student Council and member of editorial staff of yearbook . . . was often seen driving her Olds . . . possessor of a pleasing personality. . . always willing to help . . . futurefa telephone operator. SARAH G. OGUN Sarah . . .a dependable person . . . spent many hours doing extra work . . . member of Commercial Club and Senior Chorus . . . en- ioyed all commercial subiects . . . the teachers' friend . . . would like to attend a business school. 32 CHARLES BAILEY NEEL Charlie . . . most likely to suc- ceed . . . everyone appreciated his Virginia drawl-and his love of fun . . . President of Hi-Y . . . Vice President of Band . . . mem- ber of Carillon Staff and Senior Chorus.. .will attend Penn State. CAROLE RENEE OMLER Skeezix . . . led the girls in scholarship . . . likes art and col- lecting miniature dolls . . . parti- cipated in Tri-Hi-Y . . . Vice Presi- dent of Commercial Club . . . hopes for a future in secretarial work. SALLY A. OSBORNE Sally . . . noted for her auburn hair . . . liked going to Jeannette, dancing, and eating pizza . . . enioyed her membership in Com- mercial Club and working on the Saber Staff . . . her future is un- decided. WILLIAM E. PAINTER . . . very much interested in sports. . . solid geometry and typ- ing were his primary headaches . . . member of the varsity basket- ball team . . . will enter Alle- gheny College to study engineer- ing. Bill ETHEL LORING PARRY Es . . . had lots of school spirit . . . held office in the Rainbows . . . a Varsity Cheerleader . . . Treasurer of Tri-Hi-Y and Band . . . yearbook staff, Senior Chorus and Double Quartette member. . . will attend college. Commercial girls practice taking dictation The girls meet downtown Cheered our way to J JAN RAYMOND PERKINS Ray . . . a fun-loving fellow with a lot of potential ability . . . well known around the school . . . assisted Bob in managing the Carillon . . . member of Hi-Y . . . a day dreamer who can do anything he wants to do . . . future-college. VINCENT WILLIAM RODGERS Butch . . . boy with the un- mussed hair and the perfect pro- file . . . took life the easy way . . . member of the wrestling team and Archery Club . . . the outdoor type . . , will be Digger, Jr. JACK E. SCHMIDT, JR. Schmitty . . . loaded with ability . . . enioyed a good ioke . . .took his math and science seriously. . . liked sports, puzzles, and going to the movies . . . will enter Car- negie Tech to study physics. LEO P. SMEREKAR Smerk . . . a leader rather than a follower. . . pastimes were lift- ing weights ond making the V--8 run . . . big wheel of the hot rod boys . . . county wrestling champ in his class . . . interested in automotive mechanics. MARION SPEAR Marion . . . very likable girl... enioyed sports, especially horse' back riding . . . President of G.A.A .... member of Tri-Hi-Y and Commercial Club . . . Sports Editor on Saber Staff . . . liked driving the school's Chevy . . . her future-the business world. They enioyed Penn State weekends Gordon makes a sale wisdom of our teachers MARY LOU PERRY Lu-Lu . . . a dependable, cour- teous Library Aide . . . made very positive decisions . . . liked skat- ing and square dancing . . . one of the Murphy girls . . . getting to school on time was her problem . . . future-undecided. WILLIAM S. ROTHWELL Bill . . . cool, calm, and col- lected . . . liked by all who knew him . . . his car was a North Irwin taxi . . . enioyed reading and mechanical drawing . . . plans to attend college to study arch- itecture. MARIAN PLUES Marian . . . a keen dresser . . . enioyed her drivers ed course . . . Exchange Editor for the Saber. . . other activities were Commercial Club and Tri-Hi-Y . . .wrote many letters . . . plans to csntinue in the commercial field. MICHAEL A. SANDSON 'Mike . . . his good nature is reflected in his smiling face . . . had a very durable coupe . . . brunt of many a ioke . . . has the qualifications for success in any scientific field . . . prefers chemical engineering. 35 JUDITH ANNE STEWART IRMA RAYE SUMNEY JO ANNE SWANSON Judy . . .our Miss Commercial ...well poised . . . enjoyed work- ing on Saber Staff and planning for her future home . . . President of Commercial Club and Future Girls in White . . . Saber Editor . . . member of Tri-Hi-Y and year- book business staff. BEVERLY C. WEYANDT Bev . . , a friendly girl . . . selected fine books for recrea- tional reading . . . enioyed her membership in Tri-Hi-Y, Senior Chorus, and G.A.A .... would like to be a Bell Tel girl . . . she should be a good one. lrma . . . an ambitious, pleasant person, with an effervescing per- sonality . . . always helpful . . . member of Dramatics and Com- mercial Clubs and Future Girls in White . . . her future is undecided. Jo . . . everybody's friend . . . always pleasant . . . Vice Presi- dent of the Tri-Hi-Y, Secretary of Commercial Club, active in year- book staff, Triple Trio, and Senior Chorus . . . is sure to be a fine receptionist. MAHLON C. WOOLARD SALLY LOU WRIGHT Swede . . . an authority on cars . . . a grunter and groaner from Sam's cage . . . working for his Dad and hunting took up most of his spare time . . . hopes to enter the U. S. Air Force. t i 3 6 Sally . . . a small package, loaded with humor . . . outstand- ing in commercial . . . collected stuffed animals . . . member of Tri-Hi-Y, Commercial Club, G.A.A., and Saber Staff . . . her goal- a secretary . . . sure to be success- ful. ROBERT C. YOUNGSTEAD Bob . . . our black leather iacket and motorcycIe boy . . . lived in Adamsburg but always attended lrwin School . . . a parti- cipant in Hi-Y . . . did well in mechanical drawing . . . Uncle Sam may decide his future. GERALD A. ZEPEK Zeke . . . easy going and nice to get along with . . . a North lrwin boy . . . enioyed his hours in the library . . . interested in the out-of-doors . . . liked watch- ing football and basketball . . . future plans are undecided. This group admired Nancy's portrait Collett's free taxi service Wondered what the Working together was easy for Dick, Jim, Pauline and Mr. Bowers N. Leffler, R. Anderson, L. Long, B. McElroy, J. Lang, K. Lutz, J. Leonard J. Naylor, B. Niel, G. Omler, J. Parry, M. Noble, E. McLaughlin, S. Ossel- born D. Cooley, D. Detar, J. Creighton, C. Coates, D. Fetterman, J. Clawson, R. Copeman FrontvB. Stutzrnan, S. Shoup, l Sensenich, J. Smith BackvJ. Schade, P. Shults, E. Swan- son, D. Schmidt R. Pitcairn, B. Ray, S. Poxon, E Brentzel, C. Rain, L. Plues, J. Pene- tozski L. Tickerhoof, B. Wieia, J. Young! stead, D. Youngstead, C. Wyant, R Stoves Cabsent F. Thomas? 66016074- OFFICERS President JAMES LAUFFER Vice President RICHARD COOLEY Secretary PAULINE BAINBRIDGE Adviser MR. BOWERS HONOR ROLL JOYCE CLAWSON RUTH ANN PITCAIRN Dreamed about their senior days The Juniors this year proved themselves ready for their coming senior responsibilities. They checked in with Mr. Hoover and Miss Jones. Mr. Bowers was their adviser. New Students were: Ruth Ann Pitcairn, Donna Lee Haymaker, Allen Kistler, and Jimmy Lauffer from Manor, and Bob Cope- man from Wilkinsburg. Junior representatives in Student Council: Judy Creighton, David Schmidt, and Ruth Ann Pitcairn did a fine job. Some of their activities were selling door hangers for Christmas and planning the Hal- lowe'en party. They reacted enthusiastically over their class rings and their very special Junior Prom. The theme of the prom was Neptune's Fantasy. Can they ever forget: Tubby Brent1el's science project, Jimmy Long's souped up car, Roger's sneezing, Jack NayIor's daily playback of Rege Cordic, Hopalong Hay- maker, and the keen competition for A's? The iunicr boys were a great asset to the basketball team. Jack Naylor, Bill Ray, and Allen Kistler played on the Varsity. They were cheered on by Joyce Clawson, Sharon Flan- igan, and Patty Reed. Kay Harker and lla Sensenich were Junior Varsity Cheerleaders. During the year, many of the Juniors were interested in music. They were active mem- bers in all senior high vocal groups. Delores Carlson, Peter Shults, and Roger Good were chosen for the County Chorus. By their interest in activities and willingness to work, the Juniors are certain to be good seniors. Thought about their future plans i i i I r Hart, S. Flanigan, K. Harker D. Burchell, G. Cenis, P. Reed, D Carlson, J. Brooks, J. Brozack, J Campbell J. Lauffer, J. Johnston, A. Kistler D. L. Haymaker, E. C. Hensler, R Jones D. Barner, W. Bickerstaff, K. Arm strong, P. Benish, P. Bainbridge, S Edwards -we J J. Hahn, P. Gnieski, R. Good, T it EGi.?RN5fY GF iii MILES Mr. Hoover points out some helpful advice to Reggie, Nancy, and Dave Selected a desirable building site OFFICERS President . . . , REGIS DAVIS Vice President DAVID CLARKE Secretary , , NANCY COOK Adviser . . MR. HOOVER Our Sophomores were monitored in two home rooms, one with the new science teacher, Mr. Stewart and the other with Mrs. Painter. This ambitious class had Paul Hollis, Reggie Davis, Rich Carrera, and Eddie Murray play- ing J.V. basketball. Our year-old wrestling team was helped along by two sophomore matmen, Chuck Marchand and David Kin- ney. Daryl Robinson, Barbara Rainey, Peggy Cummings, and Jean Schade were J.V. cheer- leaders. The Sophomores have been very active and interested in many other organizations, hav- ing members in the Band, Glee Club, and Senior Chorus. Three high-stepping maiorettes and color guards were: Nancy Cook, Nancy Whalen, Patty Durant, and Ruth Ference. - HONOR ROLL DAVID KINNEY DOROTHY SILVIS Welcomed to our school by all were the new Sophomores: Betsy Mortlock from Vene- zuela, Connie Soyka, Janet Howard, and Alan Behler from surrounding communities. Their Hallowe'en party will be remembered by everyone. Through quite a bit of persua- sion the girls finally had the boys dancing. Mr. Hoover, their adviser, entertained with a solo. The class will never forget Vicki's contin- uous sense of humor, Richie Carrera and his troubles with the teachers, Peggy Cummings' ioke cracking, and Eddie Murray's aptitude for trouble. The sophomore representatives to Student Council were David Kinney and Chuckie Weaver. As Juniors, they are sure to carry their responsibilities. xg' I E33 ww if , H f 'AS Y ix , 4, my W ,. f J' QQ, VM! z a yi -vi' af sf 1 K. Davis, H. Brown, J. Durnin, R. Davis, P. Cum- mings, P. Durant W J. Borland, N. Cook, D. Clarke, D. Clwapas, Chizmar, C. Weaver W. Hillier, R. Ference, R. Graham, M. Gaskill, C. Glum C. Soyka, D. Silvis, V. Vassia, N. Whalen L. Klingensmith, G. Lewis, J. Lomicka, T. Kuhns, D. J. Schade, D. Robinson, W. Schade, J. Schcide, D Kinney Shea J. Rain, B. Mortlock, B. Rainey, B. Ross, E. Murray T. Hook, N. Hogan, D. Holderbaum, J. Kratochvil P. Hollis J. Bricker, E. Hauber, A. Behler, R. Carrera, R. J. Minnich, C. Marchand, M. L. McCune, W. McGee Bridge, J. Brosanham l. McDonald 43 Contracted for four years of study For their last junior high year the Freshmen reported to Mr. Stewart and Miss Gallagher. Freshmen: Dave Creighton, Jan Jones, Arthur Khalout, Bob Guy, Bill Zucco, George Snyder, and Bill Craycraft helped make up a very strong iunior high basketball team. The J.V. team received added support from Bobby Montrose and Nathan Fyock. Alan Lo- micka was elected student council representa- tive. David Bailey and Zane Gartland showed outstanding ability as scholars. They all found pleasure in planning the lun- ior high Hallowe'en and freshman-sophomore parties. Bonnie Roberts and Verna Hopkins were seen in many parades as color guards. Many freshmen added their musical talents to the Band and Choruses. Everyone welcomed the students from the parochial school as lrwinites. They will re- member: Nancy Reed and her algebra class brain pills, the girls' love for varsity basket- ball players, their wonderful ability in gym- nastics, and their laughs over the article Af- fairs of the Heart. We are sure they will be ready to accept their duties as Sophomores next year. 6 OFFICERS President EDWIN MANCE Vice President WILLIAM ZUCCO Secretary JANICE WHALEN Adviser MR. SHIRLEY HONOR ROLL DAVID BAILEY ROBERT BRYAN WILLIAM CRAYCRAFT ZANE GARTLAND EDWIN MANCE C. Sullivan, J. Thomas, C. Swanson, D. Sullivan, R. Sullivan, B. Stouffer, M. Tickerhoof S. Holloman, V. Hopkins, B. Guy, J. Gnieski, J. Goras, L. Harker J. Osborne, J. Parfift, C. Parker, L. Zimmerman, S. Peters, V. Playfair R. Marchand, J. Murray, R. Montrose, C. Manuele, S. McNabb, P. Mowry, Center: R. O'Donnell T. Senulis, W. Schade, L. Sensenich, R. Shults, Front: G. Snyder, W. Smith J, Whalen, B. Wyant, K. Youngstead, C. Willby, E. Weyandt, M. Ward Mr. Shirley introduces Janice, Bill, and Eddie to biology Wwsiii. Minions law .ww 'ii .4.mw'l': .un gulllfl uw .I wav 1121 4, K W 'x ggi' JF' Qc.-I V 3? 1252, aw X, . Qs W f H 55' QQ 5 ,gm . i sf 2 Q Q 'RWM Q .W M, Q -f - 3 1 5 xt .TE - ,. K .kg ,M in... 'S zilffggiw 5 5 5: .' J' ' h, fl W K W hw si ,, 6 -by f R W yin' Wava, Dudley, Miss Wiley, and .lim have a hall conference OFFICERS President . . . DUDLEY YENERALL Vice President .. . JAMES HOOK Secretary , WAVA DANIELS Adviser . . . .. . MISS WILEY HONOR ROLL ROBERT BERGAD CHARLES SNYDER WILLIAM BORLAND MARGARET THOMPSON SALLY HAUBER CAROL VEITCH WILBUR PAUL FAYETTE WILHELM The Eighth Graders started the year enthu- siastically by checking into Miss Wiley's and Mr. McMunn's home rooms. Six girls: Sandra Mack, Wava Daniels, Fayette Wilhelm, Bon- nie Anderson, Patricia Crabill, and Kathy Sullivan represented their class as junior high cheerleaders. Tommy Shrump, Fred Jones, and Bob Johnston bolstered the basketball team. Bonnie Anderson represented her class on the Student Council. Many of the class were members of the Junior Band and Choruses. They all enjoyed the junior high Hallowe'en Party. Never to be forgotten were: Deiter James' glass blowing act, Allie Lou Painter's and Nancy Barner's numerous tardy slips, Leslie Lenhart's hand-holding in class, Ronnie Cope- man's desk-car, and the excessive use of thumb tacks by all the class. Being eighth graders is a trial for both the students and teachers. Becoming Fresh- men will thrill them. Back row-B. Schade, E. Kas- parek, C. Kasparek, F. Jones, J. Eckberg, J. Rain, H. Smalley Second row-K. Sullivan, W. Daniels, C. Roberts, B. Weaver, T. Shrump, H. Long, F. Sarver First Row--J. Hillier, A. Painter, J. Lewis, D. Klemann, B. Kunkle, D. James, B. Ludwig Back row - D. Yenerall, G. Brown, W. Paul, B. Buzzard, D. Parry, R. Copeman, L. Stros- chein Second row-M. Beech, T. Shir- ley, N. Barner, J. Bielick, M. Thompson, K. Staymates, C. Snyder First row-C. Veitch, G. Blystone, B. VanDyke, J. Rymer, F. Wil- helm, K. Brooks, C. Byerly Back row+P. Crabill, M. Good, T. Cost, B. Borland, B. Bergad, J. Hahn, C. Brown Second row--L. Lenhart, T. Fisher, M. Chizmor, B. Anderson, R. Cox, M. Johnson, S. Mack First row--S. Hauber, J. Lomicka, B. Coates, M. Murdock, J. Hook, B. Johnston rid 3:1 T234 mf 3 xg 'Wai Sf: Y WSF ll Q 'tv v..,,K'Z-X VGJQQY, 7. WV WW e . Y ' ,A X1 ,, 1 inf- fxak' . : J ek ww 1 Aff xv-ff? MM...----. .Q x HQ V fx Q nf 55 , STS 5 W ,W ' 'x .. A-'f' f 9225. ,f,' 'Z .- ., V 5' 1-xg ' Y A f - ,- It -' i EQ? A- is . V I Q S ' LM Q W , W Pauline, Mr. McMunn, Larry, and Jimmy hold a class meeting Back row-B. VonCannon, P Morris, A. Waugaman, D. Par- fitt, J. Shults, M. Zwald, M Stubbs Second row-C. Schade, J. Son aligo, H. Leonard, F. Ticker hoof, W. Soyka, H. Donahue W. Jones First row - S. Shellgren, P. Shrump, N. Minnich, B. Trem ble, A. Stern Back row--K. Speck, R. Gross, L Gartland, W. Adams, B. Dur- ant, C. Weaver Second row-J. Kratochvil, E Kline, C. Bergman, V. Snyder D. Willby, D. Snyder First row-R. Zwald, A. Cenis, G. Bailey, N. Shorthouse, P. Wey- andt Back row-B. Naylor, L. Collett, C. Green, N. Murray, C. Car- ver, L. Schade Second row-R. Mance, S. Fyock, E. Jones, T. Armstrong, M. Hol- lis, C. Beech First row-S. Kemerer, C. Gaiser, J. Chevalier, P. McCune, J. Frick eaewdi' OFFICERS President , ,,,,, ,..., . .. JAMES CHEVAl.lER Vice President ,,,,.. ,..., , LARRY GARTLAND Secretary H .. ,,,,,, PAULINE MORRIS Adviser ..,,. ,, .,,,....,......... ,. MR. MCMUNN HONOR ROLL GRETCHEN BAILEY RICHARD GROSS CAROLYN BEECH LINDA SCHADE LARRY GARTLAND JOHN STEVENS Coming out the first year challenges for met under the of the sixth grade and into of iunior high posed many Seventh Graders, which they guidance of their two home room teachers and Mr. McMunn, their adviser. They checked in to Mrs. Schweppe and Mr. 1 Markosky, in the two basement rooms, B2 and B3. They were often teased as the class that was left out of the rest of the school because of not having a public address speaker. At the beginning of the year they elected James Chevalier, president, Larry Gartland, vice president, and Pauline Morris, secretary. Amy Waugaman was their representative to the Student Council. Two majorettes, Pauline Morris and Eileen Kline cam-e from the sev- enth grade. Would they ever forget the class clowns, Walter Adams and Leslie Collett, and such incidents as the day the blackboard fell apart? Though this class is just starting its iourney through high school, it is already an asset to the school. K w . ,ky W ,qu V Q . Y ,K E R, M 5235 ?.k,..g, -w, if QQ., -K 4 -,:- Tl-ff' fair: ,Q Rf '5 ., K 211 , . ' f , 7 2511132555-QAQ I A -,..- - Us fy 2' ' 14 is Q11 K. J -eq., Nw.. C21 Q BOOK PUBLICATIONS ORGANIZATIONS MUSIC CLUBS A FUTURE EDITORIAL STAFF LEO COLLETT JUDY DAULER FREIDA HENSLER NEILA JO HURST SANDRA JOHN GEORGE KHALOUF CAROLE KUNKLE ADELE MICHAEL CHARLES NEEL WILLIAM ROTHWELL JOAN SWANSON BUSINESS STAFF NORMAN BERTANI HANNAH BRIDGE THOMAS CARVER GEORGE CREIGHTON PATRICIA DILLER WILLIAM HARRISON ROBERT KLINE JOHN KOOSER DONALD McKENNA ETHEL PARRY JUDY STEWART Business Managers, Bob and Jan, and Co-Editors, Ron and Jerry, concentrate on the sponsor list 0 In the spring of our iunior year, the class helped our adviser select the editors and busi- ness managers of the Carillon. These people chose their respective staffs to begin work on the '56 yearbook. The editorial staff selected as their theme, A Blueprint for the Future. This idea was appropriate because our school administra- tion is riow in the blueprint stage of building a new school. In October, yearbook representatives at- tended the Pennsylvania Scholastic Press Asso- ciation state convention at Uniontown. There each acquired much valuable assistance in his particular phase of yearbook production. We have had a very ambitious business staff led by Bob Gordon and Jan Perkins, They began early with their subscription cam- paign and the soliciting of local businessmen as sponsors. Later the business staff con- ducted a sweater sale and sold pop and candy at basketball games to help finance the Caril- lon. The members of the editorial staff concen- trated their efforts on picture planning and copy. They worked patiently writing, revising, and rewriting. Senior write-ups were quite a problem due to the increase in the number of seniors. The staff was very cooperative and punctual with their copy writing. When March arrived the deadline was in sight. We were relieved and encouraged as we saw the book take shape. We chose our cover and added the finishing touches to the book. Happily, we sent our Carillon to the printer. This book represents many hours of hard work but the satisfaction derived com- pensates for everything. Proudly presents the '56 'Blueprint of Irwin High Editorial Staff Sweater Sale Business Staff Those Senior writeups Subscription Campaign Choosing our cover V 1... f . 1v'L'iWf: 'if.,.Sis. 'x Wm. . Afiorded opportunities for testing our abilities ARCHERY CLUB Robin Hood and his Merrymen had nothing on our archers. They were definitely inter- ested in the different types of archery. Prac- tice sessions were held at Mr. Marsico's home where there is ample space to shoot. Archery is a sport which requires much diligent prac- tice and as the months went on the partici- pants showed signs of progress. Aside from their practice in shooting the bow and arrow, the members held meetings at lunch hour, when they invited people in the field of archery to address them on rela- tive subiects. This also afforded them the op- portunity to have their questions answered. The Archery Club provides a very fine recre- ational activity for our students. The club was headed by Leo Collett, presi- dent, John Brozack, vice president, Judy Creighton, secretary, and Barbara Wieia, treasurer. THE SABER Under the supervision of Editor Judy Stew- art, the school paper brought out its first issue in October. The Seniors served as the production staff and the underclassmen were the reporters. By this plan many students learned the basic techniques required to produce a paper. The skill they acquired was shown in their Christ- mas issue which was especially well done. Our school paper has meant a great deal to the students. Projects such as this sometimes produce great newspaper people. Mrs. Wyncoop and Miss Miller served as their advisers. W is A. ARCHERY CLUB Back row-B. Wieia, J. Young- steod, D. Carlson, I. Sensenich C. Wyant, J. Brooks, L. Long S. Shoup, T. Fisher, E. Hensler L. Lenhart, W. Rodgers, C Coates, S. Hauber Second row-C. Beech, F. Wil- helm, K. Brooks, M. Murdock, M Johnson, J. Hahn, M. A. Good M. Thompson, C. Brown, P Bainbridge, J. Smith, J. Creigh- ton, J. Brozack First row-D. Creighton, T. Cost W. Lear, J. Borland, E. Kas- parek, C. Kasparek, A. Cenis C. Schade, L. Collett, president, T. Senulis, W. Schade SABER STAFF Back row-E. Swanson, S. Ogun P. Reed, M. Spear, I. Noble, C Jones, K. Bevan, J. Schade, I Sumney, .I. Leonard, Y. Kline N. Hobaugh, J. Dauler, S. Os- borne, M. Carolan Second row-S. Poxon, S. Ossel- burn, D. Youngstead, P. Bain- bridge, J. Schade, P. Cummings First row-C. Daniels, S. Wright C. Omler, J. Swanson, J. Stew- art, president, C. Johnston, S John 1 1 r 1 Back row+Mr. Shirley, D. Schmidt, M. Sandson, T. Carver, R. Gordon, C. Weaver, D. Kinney, J. Creighton, D. Silvis, A. Lomicka, D. Johnson, J. Brooks Front row-A. Waugaman, B. Anderson, J. Dauler, A. Michael, R. Chevalier, H. Hocken- smith, R. Pitcairn, V. Vassia, Mr. Clawson bowed! Scheduled and controlled school activities During October the Student Council was organized with Mr. Clawson and Mr. Shirley as advisers. Its officers: Ron Chevalier, presi- dent, Harvey Hockensmith, vice president, and Adele Michael, secretary, were elected by a mass vote of the student body. Following this election, each class elected their respective representatives, having voting members in proportion to their class stature. All clubs were represented but did not have voting power. To begin our year as the student governing body, four committees were appointed to carry out the various proiects and many duties which confronted the Council. These commit- tees were: a devotional committee to conduct morning devotions over our public address system, a financial committee to take care of the student council finances, an assembly committee to plan for and schedule our high school assemblies, and a social committee to schedule all social activities on the school calendar. These committees worked very hard at their respective duties. Our first big project was the annual Christ- mas dance. This year's Winter Wonderland, featured disk iockey Eddie Dillon and proved to be a very enioyable evening which means a successful dance. As the year unfolded, a change took place in the school administration. With this change Mr. Dudley became the new adviser, replacing Mr. Clawson. Toward the end of the school year the Council undertook their biggest responsibility, which was to write a new constitution. This was approved by a maiority vote of the stu- dent body and goes into effect the school year l956-'57, With this new constitution the Student Coun- cil should function very smoothly next year. gaad Added rhythm and harmony to ln 1947 the first Irwin High School Band was organized under the direction of Mr. George Weaver with his father James Weaver as an assistant and adviser. In this first band there were twenty-five members. ln the ten years that it has been in existence member- ship has risen from twenty-five to seventy members. This organization claims the largest membership of any group at Irwin High. Mr. Weaver, our director, has had a great deal to do with the increasing membership. Almost every night of the week you could find him at the school patiently giving lessons to beginners and often to students who were members. The Band has in the past year marched in several parades, played for school assembly programs, and entertained the P.T.A. At all of these, their music was very fine and was enthusiastically received. About the first of January the Band started to rehearse for its spring concert. This is one of its main sources of income, besides being more or less a climax for the school year. The spring concert has always been successful. Mr. Weaver has recently organized the iun- ior band which consists of fifty-five members. lt is made up of students in the iunior high and elementary schools. These students re- hearse every Saturday morning and are pro- gressing very well. They have played for several P.T.A. meetings at lrwin and in North lrwin. This group was organized with the idea of being a source of material for the senior high band. The spirit of the maiorettes added a lot to the success of the band. Head Maiorette Adele Michael and her six companions kept the whole organization in step. Their flashing white boots and whirling batons added spirit to many occasions such as the Hallowe'en and Memorial Day parades and Christmas on Main Street. Some band members will graduate but with the coming stream of talent and the able guidance of Mr. Weaver, this fine group will continually strengthen and improve in the future. BAND COUNTY DISTRICT DAVID CLARKE CHARLES NEEL ALAN LOMICKA CHARLES NEEL ROBERT SHULTS Back row-B. Harrison, B. Rothwell, R. Shulls A. Khalouf, R. Jones, E. Ashlmugh, D. Cheva- lier, J. Long, K, Armslrong, P. Shulls, G, Kha- louf, K. Brown, R. Chevalier, J, Lomicka Third row-J. Eckberg, J. Shulfs, J. Brooks, D Schmidi, T. Senulis, J. Jones, D, Clarke, D Cooley, B. VonDylce, C. Neel, T. Carver, M McCune, B. Craycrufl, T, Kuhns Second row-C. Schade, G. Weaver, D. Paul, C Gaiser, B, Gallagher, I. Sensenich, J. Bricker W. Johnslon, D. Burner, A. Lomicka, D. Bailey l. Zimmerman, J. Chevalier, T, Shirley Froni row4G, Bailey, D. Parlill, W. Paul, T Rodgers, J. Johnslon, G. Lewis, D. Silvis, M Tickerhool, .I. Purlin, C. Monuele, S. McNabb G. Brown, F. Hensler, E. Parry Seventh Graders make a harmonious pattern A high percentage of students turned out again this year to participate in Mrs. Silvis' many musical groups. The largest of these groups, the Senior Chorus, had many chances to display its tal- ents. This group sang Christmas carols with the Male Chorus, went to Derry to a Choral Festival and helped sing in the original musi- cal play Red Wing. An advanced group of singers, the Double Weed COUNTY CHORUS DOLORES CARLSON RODGER GOOD FREIDA HENSLER NEILA JO HURST CHARLES NEEL ETHEL PARRY PETER SHULTS DISTRICT CHORUS ETHEL PARRY PETER SHULTS Quartette, sang for the P.T.A., Women's Club, Church rallies, and assembly programs. A newly formed organization, the Boys' Quar- tet sang for many civic groups. ln the iunior high choral the Freshman Glee Club presented a comic assembly entitled Army Life. The Teenettes showed their tal- ents by singing for the P.T.A. Under Mrs. Silvis' direction many chorus members went on to county and district chorus. Back row-D. Cooley, D. Kinney, R. Kline, C. Glunt, E. Hauber, 5. Poxon, S. Osselburn, B. Weyandt, J. Minnich, R. Copeman, I. Sensenich, D. Detar, L. Collelt, S. John, P. Gnieski, R. Good, P. Hollis, D. Barner Third row-R. Neal, J. Long, D. McKenna, R. Ference, R. Graham, D. Shea, I. McDonald, J. Bricker, N. Whalen, S. Ogun, M. McCune, D. Silvis, B. Mortlock, P. Reed, C. Neel, R. Chevalier Second row-D. Schmidt, T. Kuhns, V. Vassia, J. Durnin, J. Youngstead, J. Creighton, E. Hensler, C. Jones, J. Swanson, S. Shoup, J. Clawson, B. Wieia, J. Brooks, D. Carlson, N. Hurst, R. Bridge, C. Coates, Janice Schade First row-R. Jones, P Shults, D. Chapas, D. Robinson, P. Bainbridge, S. Flanigan, H. Bridge, N. lelfler, D. Haymaker, K. Harker, P. Cummings, B. Rainey, F. Hensler, E. Parry, R. Pitcairn, C. Johnston, C. Kunkle, G. Khalouf Gave us moments to appreciate life s finer things DOUBLE QUARTETTE Back row-P. Schults, C. Neel, D. Cooley, R. Good Front row-E. Parry, S. John, N. J. Hurst, D. Carlson FRESHMAN GLEE CLUB Back row-A. Lomicka, W. Croy- craft, J. Gneski, R. O'Donnell, D. Creighton, A. Khalouf, R. Shults, V. Jordan Third row-E. Monte, W. Lear, J. Jones, Z. Gartland, W. Smith, J. Jellison, B. Armstrong, W. Zucco, W. Schoda, L. Harker, L. Zimmerman Second row-C. Bevan, N. Reed, B. Gallagher, P. Downey, N. Fy- ock, M. Faith, C. Manuele, S. McNabb, S. Swanson, C. John- son, J. Whalen, C. Sullivan Front row-B. Burchill, S. Allen, B. Wyont, J. Fundis, B. Frick, J Goros, J. Thomas, B. Nichols, M. Ward, S. Holloman, B. Ho- bough, K. Youngstead TRIPLE TRIO C. Kunkle, J. Clawson, J. Swan- son, F. Hensler, J. Creighton, J Johnston, S. Flanigan, H. Bridge P. Reed. Accompanist, M. Mc Cune Taught us to use and enloy our skills DEWEY DECIMALS Slanding-J. Creighton, S. Flon igan, L. Long, J. Minnich, J Swanson, M. Perry Sealed-N. Fyock, J. Youngslead M. McNabb, J. Mulligan CAMERA CLUB Back row-S. John, W. Schade, J. Parlili, R. Comes, D. Bailey, C Johnslon, H. Leonard, C. Carver, J. Brosnahan Third row-G. Snyder, W. John- slon, D. Parry, R. Cox Second row-T. Shirley, C. Schade, H. Brown First row-M. Chizmar, W. Chix- mar, l. Sirochein Sianding-L. Collet! fpresidenlj DANCE BAND Back row-P. Shulls, D. Bailey, D. Schmidt, D. Clarke, A. Lo- micka From row-B. Craycraft, R. Cheva- lier, G. Khalouf, C. Neel Direcior, Mr. Weaver COMMERCIAL CLUB Back row-N. Habaugh, M. Spear, J. Kratchovil, J. Schade, N. Hogan, I. Sumney, J. Campbell, P. Durant, J. John- ston, S. Wright, C. Daniels, K. Harker, D. Youngstead, N. Cook, J. Smith, K. Bevan, K. Lutz Second row-P. Reed, J. Minnich, D. Shea, M. Gaskill, P. Cummings, J. Bricker, l. Noble, Miss Miller, C. Jones, S. Ogun, P. Bainbridge, D. Fetterman, C. Rain, J. Schade, S. Poxon, D. L. Ha maker Y First row-C. Om!er, Y. Kline, J. Leonard, J. Swanson, J. Stewart, J. Dauler, M. A. Carolan, M. Plues, C. John- ston, S. John DEWEY DECIMALS Several girls who had study halls volun- teered to give up their time to serve as Library Aides. These girls were a great help to every- one. They gained a useful knowledge of books and several skills which can be used all of their lives. Also, they learned the value of a courteous manner when dealing with people. Everyone, especially Mrs. Hamilton, appreci- ated their many hours of work. CAMERA CLUB Under the leadership of Mr. Dudley, this year's Camera Club developed in more ways than one. Leo Collett, president, Bill Chizmar, vice president, and Sandra John, secretary- treasurer, served well in their respective offices. The Argus Camera Company presented the club with three very fine cameras. The mem- bers of the club were given the opportunity to use them for taking shots around school. Some of their candids are in this book. COMMERCIAL CLUB The club began its activities with the elec- tion of this year's officers who were: President, Judy Stewart, Vice President, Carole Omler, Secretary-Treasurer, Joan Swanson. Primarily the club concentrated its efforts on the Saber, the school's monthly newspaper. They also sent a Christmas basket to a needy family. The club's supervisor was Mrs. Wyn- coop and later Miss Miller in the second semester. DANCE BAND During the 1955-56 school year the dance band had few opportunities, but when they did play they made a good impression. The Musi- cal Knights entertained at several P.T.A. meetings, two dances, and the band concert. They tried to hold at least one practice a week so that when called upon, they would be ready. We hope that next year this group will have more opportunities to perform, be- cause these boys are really worthy of more recognition. Running off tests Taking dictation Qfame be JUNIOR HOME EC CLUB SENIOR HOME EC CLUB Bock row-J. Schade, J. Schade R. Ference, G. lewis, D. Silvis D. Shea, E. Harber, K. Harker J. Johnston Second row - P. Bainbridge, P Benish, D. Fettermun, C. Rain J. Bricker, M. l. McCune, N son, B. Rainey, N. Whalen First row-G. Glunt, J. Campbell P. Reed, 5. Poxon, R. Bridge, P Cummings Hostesses for many school events The beginning of the year the Senior Home Ec Club had Mrs. Baughman as their adviser. -5... Under her supervision they elected the follow- ing officers: President, Carol Johnson, Vice President, Pauline Morris, Secretary, Judy Murray, Treasurer, Verna Hopkins, Songleader, Linda Schade, Student Council Representative, Bonnie Roberts. They sent fruit to the hospital at Christmas time. At mid-term they welcomed Miss Bellone who promoted several new proiects for both clubs. We had another very energetic group of junior homemakers under the supervision of Mrs. Baughman. They elected officers as follows: President, Pauline Bainbridge: Vice President, Rita Bridge, Secretary-Treasurer, Janice Schade, Student Council Representative, Vickie Vassia. The girls made candy and sent it to the Old People's Home at Christmas time. Also they held a spaghetti dinner for Mrs. Bough- man before she left to loin her husband. 1 1 Hogan, I. McDonald, D. Robin- Back row--D. Schmidt, G. Cenis, Second row-R. Gordon, J. Per- First row-K. Brown, T. Carver, Back row-I, Noble, J. Campbell, Second row-P. Bickerstaff, N. Ho- Instilled a respect for Christian living HLY Under the supervision of their good hum- ored adviser, Mr. Bowers, the Hi-Y began their year with the election of officers: Charles Neel, president, Jerry Hensler, vice president, Ron Chevalier, secretary-treasurer. Ridiculous garbs of cheerleaders and Little Lord Fauntleroys were worn by Hi-Y's new members during the two hilarious days of their initiation. Many hot dogs and cold drinks were consumed after their game nights. Sponsoring noon dances helped defray the cost of the food for their affairs. Everyone enioyed the Hi-Y and Tri-Hi-Y picnic at Bushy Run in the spring. HI-Y R. Good, K. Armstrong, G. Kha- louf, R. Cooley, J. long kins, G. Creighton, J. Naylor, D. Johnson, W. Harrison, V. Kline, D. Detar, J. Lauffer, L. Collett, .I, Hensler M. Woolard, R. Kline, J. Kooser, P. Cervi, R. Youngstead, R. Chevalier, C. Neel TRI-HI-Y M. McNabb, C. Jones, S. Shoup, S, Poxon, D. Carlson, J. Brooks, B, Wieia, P. Bainbridge, L. Long, J. Youngsteacl, M, Noble, N. Hurst, J. Clawson, E. Hensler, I. Sensenich, C. Wyont, M. L. Parry baugh, D. Youngstead, M. Spear, C. Daniels, N. lelfler, S. Wright, C. Omler, K. Harker, J. Johnston, C. Johnston, S. John, P. Reed, J. Stewart, R. Pitcairn, P, Diller, J. Swanson, J. Smith irst row-E. Swanson, S, Ossel- burn, S. Flanigan, J. Schade, C, Coates, J. Creighton, H. Bridge, F. Hensler, C. Kunkle TM-HLY With Miss Jones as adviser the Tri-Hi-Y has been very active this year. The Boob-Hill Squirts, Football Team, and Cinderellas, highlighted the initiation. A covered dish din- ner was held at the time of induction of the iunior girls. The proceeds from pop bottles collected around school sent three CARE packages to foreign countries. The annual Twirp Dance was held on March 17, St. Patrick's Day, at which the theme was set by the day. The officers were: President, Freida Hensler, Vice President, .loan Swanson, Secretary, Carole Kunkle, Treasurer, Ethel Parry. l!Wf M-.i.f!m az? . . NURSES' AIDES Many girls from lrwin have accepted with enthusiasm the Nurses' Aides plan originated by the Women's Auxiliary of Westmoreland Hospital. It was organized to stimulate in- terest in the nursing profession. The girls are instructed in their various duties by Mrs. Gordon, a registered nurse from Jeannette. The training period is two days. After this the girls are put on the floor under the supervision of the head nurse. Some of their duties include: making beds, cleaning units, arranging flowers, and dis- tributing mail. The girls who plan to be nurses get valuable experience and hospital gets their service which relieves the nurses of many minor duties. DRAMATICS CLUB lun, J. Durnin, I. Noble, Whalen, M. Gaskell Coates, B. Kline NURSES' AIDES J. Durnin B. Wieia .ul . Back row-S. Holloman, B. Nich ols, B. Frick, C. Brentzel, J Fundis, P. Shults, D. Chapas, M Cummings, D. Silvis, R. Good L. Collett, J. long, R. Chevalier Third row-I. Sumney, M. Caro Rainey, R. Pitcairn, J. Leonard Second row - B. Gallagher R Ference, C. Harker, C. Gluntl N First Row-T. Senulis, J. Jellison R. Bryan, G. Kholouf, T. Carver l. McDonald, D. McKenna, C Back row-B. Rainey, N. Hogan D. Silvis, M. McCune, N. Whal en, M. McNabb, V. Vassia J Creighton, S. Shoup, D. Carlson Front row-R. Bridge, D. Robinson C. Glunt, E. Hauber, J. Brooks Gave chances for self expression and service FUTURE GIRLS IN WHITE Buck row-M. McNabb, .l. Mal- Iigan, J. Durnin, E. Hauber, M. NIcCuno, B. Wieio, S. Shoup, V. Vassia, .I. Youngsteod Second row-D. Silvis, C. Glunt, M. Gaskell, I. McDonald, .I. Dou- Ier, C. Kunkle, B, Rainey, E. Parry, J. Brooks, P. Diller Front row-Mrs. Bowers, C. Jones, I. Sumney, N. Whalen, P. Dur- ant, J. Creighton, N. Hogan, D. Chapos, D. Robinson, R. Bridge, N. Cook Absent-J. Stewa rt, presidenl DRAMATICS CLUB Public speaking is a valuable part of our social background. It takes a great deal of experience to speak effectively. The members of the Dramatics Club are making good use of this opportunity to become fine orators. They had Mrs. Schweppe as their faculty adviser. Ron Chevalier, president, Leo Collett, vice president, and Connie Coates, secretary. Several m-embers of the Dramatics Club were members of the National Forensic League. Leo Collett and Peter Shults have been 'especially outstanding this year in N.F.L. Throughout the year our group has attended many forensic tournaments at other schools. Irwin was host to a district forensic tourna- ment in February. By way of these tourna- ments the forensic students made many new friends. FUTURE GIRLS IN WHITE Last year the Future Girls in White was organized at Irwin. Since then it has made continual progress. The club elected as its officers: Judy Stewart, president, Patty Diller, vice president, Sandy Shoup, secretary-trea- surer. ln the early part of the term, the girls and their adviser Mrs. Bowers, visited Presby- terian Hospital and its fine new nursing home. This club is mainly for any girl who is inter- ested in nursing and who may plan to enter the nursing field. Mrs. Bowers has much to do with the inter- est lrwin girls have in nursing. She is a fine example of what a nurse should be. Many graduate nurses who have been inspired by her are found in hospitals in our area. We are proud of our Irwin nurses. Bill and Johnny compare their stamp albums RED CROSS COUNCIL As good will workers the Red Cross Coun- cil completed many helpful projects. Its mem- bers worked very closely with the Westmore- land County Red Cross Chapter. The officers: President, Leo Collett, Vice President, Dick Cooley, cmd Secretary-Trea- surer, Sandra John, guided by Miss Wiley, enforced the motto- Be helpful and cheer- ful. STAMP CLUB Soon after the meetings had begun, under the supervision of Miss Wiley, the eighteen members voted in the following officers: Bill Borland, president, John Eckberg, vice presi- dent, Carol Gaiser, secretary, and Calvin Kas- parek, treasurer. They had one meeting a month which was designated as trading day. The others were discussion meetings. The club had one ex- hibit at open house in November. TEENETTES Twelve girls made up this versatile sing- ing group. Their ability to take on character with each song caused them to always be well received. Some of their favorite num- bers were: Mr. Santa, Marching for a United World, and I Love a Parade. They will soon graduate to the several senior high groups where their talents will develop further. LETTER WRITING CLUB The Letter Writers were all eighth grade girls. They got many ideas about students living in foreign countries. Each letter ex- change made a tie of friendship with another country. Certainly this helps world relations. With Miss Wiley as their adviser the follow- ing officers: Margie Thompson, president, Sally Hauber, vice president, Margie Murdoch, treasurer, Joy Lomicka, secretary directed this club. RED CROSS Buck row-R. Cooley, D. Schmidt D. Kinney, C. Coates, G. Bailey B. Rainey, I. Sensenirh Front row--S. John, L. Collett, D Silvis, P. Crubill LETTER WRITING CLUB Back row-F. Wilhelm, M. John- son, D. Klemnnn, M. Murdock J, Hahn, K. Brooks, P. Crobill C. Brown, S. Harker, J. lo- micku, J. Reymer, K. Stoymules C, Beech, B. Anderson Front row - M. A. Good, M Thompson, S. Mack TEENETTES Bock row-S. McNabb, B. Nichols 5. Holloman, M. Word, M. Mur- dock, J. lomicka, P. Crabill From row-A. Painter, J. Rymer B. Gallagher, N, Reed, S. Muck B. Hohaugh, D. Klemann STAMP CLUB Back row-C. Schode, W. Lear, W Paul, C. Snyder, C. Kosparek, .I Shulls, B. Kunkle, W. Adams c. Gaiser, M. B. Hollis, E. Kas: parek Front row-L. Siroschein, J. Bor- land, T. Cosl Filled many hours with varied interests 605507 f 1 f Recognized and honored SHOP Bill Rothwell and Charles Neel learned to use their hands as well as their heads. When it comes to designing future ideas they will have no trouble working with a blueprint. They possess the qual- ities of care and neatness needed for this important field. HOME ECONOMICS For a good life a good home is so necessary. Judy Dauler and Adele Michael have thoroughly developed their skills in homemaking. Both possess pleasant personalities to accompany their know- ledge. Two men are going to be very lucky. SCHOLARSHIP Mike Sandson, Jack Schmidt, Charles Neel, and Jerry Hensler built the highest scholastic averages during their tour years of high school. These stu- dents are well prepared for any field of learning. All four will attend college next year ancl no doubt continue to make us proud. SCIENCE AND MATH An essential part in our modern world is a well rounded knowledge of science. Mike Sandson and Charles Neel displayed outstanding talents in this field. Both plan to study engineering, Charles- aeronautical and Mikefchemical. some of the outstanding builders of Irwin High SOCIAL STUDIES AND LANGUAGE Norman Bertani distinguished himself in lang- uageg Mike Sandson, Don Johnson, and Charles Neel in their Social Studies. They have acquired an understanding of the past and present and will be able to establish themselves in the future as citizens of the world. QUILL AND SCROLL Jerry Hensler, Ronald Chevalier, George Khalouf, Adele Michael, Carole Kunkle, and Jan Perkins have gone beyond the call of duty resulting in their election to the John Bayard Rodgers Chapter of Quill and Scroll. This is the highest honor for high school iournalists. MUSIC Ethel Parry and Charles Neel attained high rec- ords in their music abilities. Both played instru- ments in the Senior Band and sang in the Senior Chorus and Double Quartette, Charles participated in the District Band and County Chorusp Ethel in the District Chorus. COMMERCIAL Judy Stewart and Sally Wright easily typed their ways to the commercial awards. Both are trained to do o very good iob in any office. Their person- alities will help them to be fine secretaries. The business world is always looking for girls with such qualities. ln mem' 1956 MAY QUEEN A perfect combination of The Good and the BeautifuI MISS FREIDA HENSLER A girl with honey blonde hair, fine features, and of small stature is our Freida. Bunny was her child- hood nickname and it has stayed with her because of her lovable ways. It was said by someone during her sophomore year, There is the Queen of '56. Consideration of others has made her unconscious of her own at- tractiveness. Herein lies her charm. MISS ADELE MICHAEL A petite brunette with a sparkling personality who everyone liked was Adele. She was able to be a good student and still find time to be a booster for many activities, MISS HANNAH BRIDGE Another blue-eyed blonde, who en- ioyed life and in so doing added to her collection of friends, was Hannah. She was a girl with reserve of manner and respect for the right. I MISS ADELE MICHAEL Attendant MISS HANNAH BRIDGE Attendant - f,L1. BASKETBALL BASEBALL WRESTLING GYMNASTICS BOOK 3 GAVE US E 5 L i vi A jkwjig Qjef, 5 I is AW V N Y wwf: A ,, ?vw6ez'ZczZZ Mr. Stough, Mr. Markosky, and Captain Gardner work out a play Section: 'HS OPP- Export H ,. Wilmerding , ,. 49 66 Derry Boro , ,,,, WW Latrobe ,,,,,.. 43 50 Blairsville ,A,, .,,, , ,. ,.-. Avalon .,,,,,,.. ,,,, 5 2 42 Franklin Township Greensburg . ,,,, 60 58 Export , ,,,,,, Trafford H ,...,,, ,W W , 78 66 Derry Boro H ,,,,, Homestead , ,,,,, ,. , ..,, 54 67 Blairsville ,,,,, . ,..A,,,,,., Peters Township ,,,, 72 52 Franklin Township Penn Township , 54 50 W.P.l.A.l.. Connellsville 55 57 Derry Boro ,..,..,,,,,. . Pitcairn , , ,. , 73 44 Shannock Valley ,W Wilmerding ,s,,,,, 70 69 County Tournament Penn Township 82 7'l Trafford ,,.,,,,.,. ,. Connellsville , , ,,,,,...,,,,,, 66 49 Laurel Valley ,, Pitcairn W ,,.,,,., ,..,,,,,...,,,, 6 6 6'l Derry Boro VARSITY BASKETBALL Back row D McKenna, C. Gardner, H. Hockensmith, J. Kooser Front row W. Ray, G. Creighton, W. Painter, A. Kistler, Mr. Stough Opp. 43 65 63 45 42 63 58 49 46 51 43 46 45 Our County Champs brought recognition to Irwin t 5 sf' Q11-c. .0 .g', .TS TX! .sg r,,- M. - fi A 1 Q i -Q .wx sv A i , til' f s we S 2 1 1 iiiffittt 5 iftft ,U ildlffitig :rss 'K' 'Ei l .is-x..f f + .Q ..f.ei.g,?k Y , V VARSITY A tough December preliminary schedule gave the Knights the necessary experience needed to carry them to their Ninth Section Title and the County Championship. The Terrors of the Turnpike dropped their first contest with Derry Boro but then easily defeated them at home. When the section play was ended, the Knights traveled to Mc- Keesport to break the section tie by stopping those troublesome Rams. ln the quarter-finals of the W.P.l.A,L., Shan- nock Valley edged the Knights out of the running. One week later Irwin made its de- but in the Westmoreland County Tournament and downed the Trafford aggregation. In the semi-finals Coach Stough's team defeated a smooth operating Laurel Valley team. lr- win won over Derry Boro in the final game thus ending a wonderful basketball season. Coach Stough is to be commended for de- veloping such a fine team. 3 . X gs-Es.tfF,iis:.:i g -:'- s -is--PM-s .1 ti :gifs Om if Individually and collectively-they gave their best John Kooser- Johnny . . . playmaker of the Knights . . . when the defense was split he drove in for a score . . . moved fast out front on defense . . . chosen for county second team. Harvey Hockensmith-- Harv . . . 6'3 center of the Knights . . . possessed a very deadly hook-shot . . . turned in a fine season despite his iniured knee . . . looks forward to college basketball. George Creighton-- Bucky . . . picked up all the loose rebounds near the foul line . . . came through with o good push-shot when needed . . . kept the boys in good spirit. Curtis Gardner- Curt . . . most valuable player in the county tournament . . . terrific set shot . . . scored 38 points against Penn Township to break Irwin scoring record . . . always kept calm. William Painter- Bill , . . teamed with Harvey to control the boards . . . had a fast iump shot . . . won the Wilmerding game with his foul shoot- ing . . . never slowed down in games . . . selected for county first team. LETTERMEN Back row-D. McKenna, H. Hockensmith, B. Painter, l. Smerker Third row-G. Cenis, P. Shults, C. Gardner, M. Woolard, .l. Noy- lor, G. Creighton Second row-P. Cervi, N. Bertani, J. Parry Front row-Mr. Stough, C. Marchand, F. Thomas, J. Kooser wah Nr 'iw wg K W Q55 1-fig as KSN! 'N ,'i5 cg.f' :. ' : W 1 '- are A Sw , f N ,, I S? .,.. A ' x ..,-5.2 k wmg - 2' 'x fE 5 ,, :4. j 'ff Q 1 ,. k Q9 ,Aw fWi 'Y S w w W if-.1 -- 11 mmm k..k T MEL --,,.. f. - fx-A I ga 15 1.5 ' it ,Sf , . , , . ,ML X . r A, as M 31' 1 if . r X K' 'M N W. -..M x My ,g,,-fy-M wJ Nq -f ,1 f ,A ,S .. ef X ?'Ff as 1 1, , ml s 1 I iw-90 5' i i i '3 1 uf fp - - I Q f M yf.. W 1 Q? 1 5 -AE! A 5? ' 1 ' gmac ' Q f K I ' L 4 ff T. 5 Q-. 0 W. v 4 M Q Q 3 , A gg 7 3 4' Q ' 6 'ir ' s by' is , N. VAL ., . ..,. .. .. ,M , A ,. ,L,mh,,Wig, 5. ,, . if f . , K f V V7 A . Q . U, 'Nr X WK ' 4 , ' ' ' f . in gk My .wx Q A Q, I J V M . ldv - 5. 03' Q W' ' f xy Q X nf 9f.,J:.,, .,,, 5 . xgi rpji If Q :Xe I Lk if 'ak ,I W Q. 41 ' 2 JUNIOR VARSITY E. Murray, R. Davis, N. Fy J. Borland JUNIOR HIGH Back row-J. Jellison, J. Jones Craycraft, Mr. Markosky ones, are an , Creighton, W. Johnston Two apprentice teams with great possibilities JUNIOR VARSITY After losing the first four games, the Jun- ior Varsity, coached by Mr. Markosky, coasted in the rest of the season by winning the last I8 games. Montrose, Fyock, and Hol- lis shot iump shots and set shots and when they missed, Murray or Kistler was under the boards to rebound. Some highlights were: the 45-44 victory over Homestead, Fyock's first quarter at Penn Township, Montrose's ball stealing at Derry, Murray's 24 points against Penn Township, and the Junior High's help in the Franklin Township game. The future of this team is very promising because of their team work and agility. JUNIOR HIGH Coach Markosky has produced another good iunior high team which had all the makings of a championship ball club 'except for experience. That was partially gained this year as they played tough class A ball teams such as Jeannette, Greensburg, La- trobe, and many others. Dick Marchand did a 'Fine iob of passing inside to Art Khalouf and Bob Guy, and outside to Jan Jones and Dave Creighton, who were the push-shot artists. Khalout and Guy were also there to take rebounds when they were most needed. A strong bench also helped the scarlet and grey place third in their section. R. Adams, P. Hollis, B. Mont rose, Mr. Markosky, A. Kistler Guy, A. Khalouf, G. Snyder, W Front row-T. Shrump, W. Zucco F. J R. M h d Back raw-L. Smerekar, J. Lauffer, Front raw-J. Kooser, C. Gardner, I BASEBALL PROSPECTS W. McElroy, N. Bertani, B. Mon- trose, E. Murray Mr. McMunn, G. Cenis, J. Parry, B. Ray, J. Hahn, J. Naylor Two new sports-gradually gaining fame BASEBALL The first two years of baseball at Irwin has found this team moving from last place to third place in their section. This year, Mr. McMunn expects even more from the squad which lost five players by graduation last year. This year Bertani, Gardner, and Kooser played their last season for the Knights. The season started April 9. The first three oppon- ents were East McKeesport, Elizabeth, and Edgewood. Some underclassmen give us the assurance that baseball will make progress again next year. WRESTLING Irwin's relatively new sport showed little improvement from last year as a team sport, but individually, has improved considerably. Leading scorer was senior Leo Smerekar, who scored 40 points and also won the County Championship in the 165 pound class. Grover Gongaware, also a senior, was second high- est scorer with I9 points. Chuck Marchand, a sophomore, wrestling his second year on the varsity squad, was defeated in the semi- finals of the County Tournament. Under the fine coaching of Mr. Marsico, wrestling at Irwin will continue to improve. WRESTLERS van, R. Copeman, J. Lang, M Woolard, L. Smerekar, D. Detar D. Kinney, P. Cervi, K. Arm strong, B. Coates, J. Lomicka Front row-D. Schmidt, F. Thomas L. Harker, L. Zimmerman, C Marchand, L. Sensenich, W Bickerstalf, G. Gongaware Back row-Mr. Marsico, R. Sulli- ' 4 Mahlon practices a hold Basket line up Tumbling makes my hair a mess Don bandages Harvey's knee The modern and tap dancers Wasn't Barry Kaye wonderful? Curt poses for a foul shot A perfect arch leo and Chuck-County Champs Pete hoists a bar bell Miss Keracher has a meeting with her G.A.A. officers-Ellen Hensler, vice presidentp Marion Spear, presidentp Phoebe Mowry, secretaryg Dotty Silvis, treasurer H Moments on the w 0.90 W li I' smww mm., K is sl Y 9' f- 1 24 fi U' I Um Zan 111 ',i. lwcgum mrmrmlw W' xl! ruwzvs X J Sox fashion parade Junior officers discuss prom fheme .lerry behind the eight ball Slumber party af linda's Ring day for the Juniors Coke time Linda was a fine hostess Tri-Hi-Y football team Mr. Shirley and Mr. Bowers mount a chair io see the score Vicki and Barb con- sider the sign Bunny, Jerry, and Curt, Senior Class officers, wonder where their classmates will be ten years from now When other nights and other days May find us gone our separate ways We'll have these moments to rememl::er: Al Stillman and Robert Allen Hank's and detention halls . . . high school romances . . . those crazy rock and roll songs . . . Junior-Senior Proms and After Prom Parties . our first formal gowns and dinner jackets . . . excitement of basketball playoffs and the noisy sirens . . . crowded halls and overstuffed lockers . . . senior class plays and Christmas operettas . . . and most important -the friendships which will last a lifetime . . . 85 Irwin Distributing Company e,-4'zeQm,tefaZ7a.,. MRS. HAMILTON for her invaluable assistance, THE GRADLER STUDIOS of Mt. Pleasant for their excellent photography, MR. JAMES FLUDE for taking several emergency pictures, MR. DON YOUNG of the Capitol Engraving Company for his interest, GENERAL PRESS of Tarentum for striving for perfection, DURAND COMPANY for our original cover, ALL THOSE STUDENTS who helped in innumerable details, and finally . . . OUR SPONSORS who supported us so generously. Students patronize the local business places for everything from ice cream to jalopies. Our funds, small as they may be, are spent for the many necessities of teenagers. In turn, the merchants attend our school programs and athletic events. Appreciating our students who patronize them, many businessmen back us in the production of our yearbook and sponsor the broadcasting of our basket- ball games. We students should never forget this fine relationship and always buy from local businessmen whenever possible. SPONSORS Al's Colonial Grill and Colonial Tea Room Hamilton Buick Hockensmith Wheel and Mine Car Corporation Irwin Foundry and Mine Car Company Irwin Savings and Trust Company Irwin Standard Kooser, Dr. 8. Mrs. J. H. L. O. O. M. Flude Studio Magill Bus Line People's Union Bank llrwin Office Peterman's Pharmacy Pringle's Lumber Company Rodgers Funeral Home Rodgers Printing Company Schade's Garage Shrum's Dairy 1: -k ar -k Admiral Homes AItman's Feed Store Ben Gross' Restaurant Berk's Bushyager, Dr. 8. Mrs. R. R. Grant Machine Shop Irwin Country Club Irwin Dairy Queen Store l Jeannette News-Dispatch Kifer, Dr. 8. Mrs. John Lohr's Hardware Lubow, Dr. 8. Mrs. Harry Miller's Funeral Home Ott Funeral Home Robertshaw Research Center Rosendahl's Electric RosendahI's Jewelry R-Place Snyder, Dr. 8. Mrs. Charles Stitley's Lumber Company Swenson's Drug Store Taylor's Dining Room Toohey's Motor Sales Weaver's Musical Shop Westmoreland Coal Compan Whitehead, Earl Winter's Furniture A- k is Ace Realty Angelo's Inn Armor Company Bel-Air Motel Benniger's Beauty Salon Y Benny's Shoe Service Bergad's Dept. Store Bergad's Drug Store Bertani's Bowling Alley Bilott, C. and Sons-Lumber Blue Moon Brentzel's Market Bronk's Women Store Brown's Smoke Shop Bruno's Barber Shop Colhocker's Texaco Service Davis Furniture Dietrich's Coffee Shop Dobkin's Furniture Store Doernte Pontiac Garage DudIey's Confections Eagle Window Distributors Ed's Hotel Eger, Dr. Herman Eger's Jewelry Excell China Felix Cafe Filtz Hardware Flower Box Flow's Barber Shop G. C. Murphy Company Gebert's Hotel G and K Restaurant Green Company Grimm, Dr. K. W. Guyon's Barber Shop Guy's Confectionery Harr's Dairy Bar Heidler's Service Station Hi-Way Hardware Hi-Way Sports Center Hi-Way Tuxedo Shop Holden, Squire V. Houser's Insurance and Real Estate Howard, Dr. N. H. Hutchin's Insurance Agency Auto Supply Builder's Supply Drug Floral Irwin Irwin Irwin Irwin Irwin's Market Irwin Motor Sales Irwin Rural Equipment Irwin Trailer Company Isaly's Jackson's Shoe Store J 8. D Cafe Jewel Shop Jim McCune Motor Sales Joe Page's Bullpen Johnson Restaurant Khalouf's Grocery Store Kistler's Barber Shop KIanchar's Esso Service Klinaensmith Confectionery Koelch's Billard Parlor Lawther's Insurance leon's Furniture lee's Bar SPONSORS leisure Beauty Shop Linda's Children Shop Lighthouse l.incoln Mobile Home and Sales Lomicka's Market Lou's Service Station McClure, George Manor National Bank Manor Valley Cleaners Manor Valley Taxi Marr, C. W.-Insurance Massung's Poultry Store Miller, Dr. H. T. Miller, Dr. S. B. Montrose's Store Morgan's Feed and Supply Murtha's Sunoco Station NaIey's Drug Store Neal's Service Station Neiman, Fred C.-Insurance Nemec, Dr. J. L. New Lincoln Restaurant North Irwin Firemen's Club North Irwin Quick Lunch Outlet Pipe Company Owl Billard Parlor Oz's Pizza Place Patterson Insurance Agency Peggy Ann's Beauty Shop Penn Marq Appliance Penn State Tool and Die Company Pine Motel Pressman, I. H. Purity Beverage Company Ratner's Dept. Store Rhodes Nash Roth Brothers Lumber Company Rogers Mobile Home Sales, Inc. Rydel's Ice House Sandson, Sam Sensenich Hotel Serro's Diner Schade's Insurance Company Schaller's Bakery Schrader, Dr. John Serro's Motor Sales Shorty's Quick lunch Simensky, Mr. and Mrs. Silas Simmie's Barber Shop Simpson, Chester Smitty's Billiard Parlor Snyder's Funeral Home Spear's Plumbing and Heating Spitz Auto Parts Tank Truck Rentals, Inc. Taylor's Auto Parts Thompson's Terrace Motel Times Observer Wareham's Turnpike Grill Western Auto Store Wright's, Bud--Gas Station Yancick, Paul Zanarini's Posey Shop Zona and Correll TV Shop AWMMJ .4 I Yi M s If-f '1 . ' w ,1 3 wi - V' , I . ' fs 1: MQ! K I 1, ,, V Ni -' 'iisfif 'ff 'S' 1 Y I X 5 nf' 45,1
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