Lancaster Mennonite High School - Laurel Wreath Yearbook (Lancaster, PA)

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Be!! Shirk-Bett com oses one half of the Shirk duet. Her Y Y P school interests. are centered in the Commercial field-short- hand and typing. She is active and ambitious and is keenly enthusiastic about athletics. Determined and independent, she is capable of making her own decisions. May the Lord be with you, Betty, as you live for Him. Mary Shirk-The other half of the Shirk duet is Mary. Her sin- cere smile and helpful personality have won her many friends. Her sympathetic nature keeps her doing small acts of kindness for others. Keep pressing toward the mark, Mary, and you will obtain the prize. Ruth Shue-Our competent class secretary who has so faithfully served for four years is Ruthie. Hers has been the duty of recording the minutes. of our often confusing class meetings. During this term she has been one of the three charming host- esses of Nok-N-Kom Inn on the third floor. An engaging smile for everyone is her unwritten motto. In all your ways acknowl- edge Him, Ruthie, and He shall direct your paths. Arlene Siauffer-Two of Arlene's. most striking characteristics are her sense of responsibility and her ability to get things done. One of her most highly enjoyed delicacies is hot fudge sundaesg her pet dislike is German I. Her dependability and willingness to offer assistance have won her a host of loyal friends. Keep Christ your Pattern, Arlene, and He will richly bless you. 19

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Dorothy Reisinger-Quiet and studious, Dorothy is a member of the shorthand circle. With her pleasant personality and cheer- ful outlook on life, we know that she will go far toward the goal of success. In Christ we can have the more abundant life, Dorothyg keep following Him. Anna Mae Reis!--A pleasant disposition and a friendly smile- that's Anna Mae. She is another of our traveling lassies and has seen the exquisite western scenery-Grand Canyon, Paint- ed Desert, and the National Parks. She may be seen in the commercial building taking shorthand dictation under Sister Mosemann's careful supervision. Embark with Christ, Anna Mae, and keep Him your Pilot. Mary Rui!-Hailing from New Holland, Mary has attended L.M.S. only in her final year. A member of the Stylus Club, she is talented as a poetess. In her one sees the qualities of a real friend. She completes one half of another set of twins. in the Senior class, for in spite of the difference in their stature, she and Janet are twins. If you keep in the center of God's will, Mary, you will find true and lasting joy. Ruth Shenk-Seldom quiet is this girl from Mount Joy. She spent her last year with us. Ruth is a commercial student but is not planning for an office job right away. She tells us she IS needed at home on the farm. We wish hier a life of useful- ness. 18

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Verna Siauffer-Another poetically-inclined young lady of the Class of '46 is Verna. She has made many Worth-while literary contributions to THE MILL STREAM. May your life be serene- ly happy, Verna, as you Walk daily with Him. Merle Siolizfus-Merle is the Senior lad with the crooked quiz- zical smile and merry twinkling eyes. He is another of our male home economists. and one of his main specialties is cup- cakest All boys should take his advice and learn to master the art of cooking. Embark with Christ, Merle, and hold high His anner. Sarah Stoltzfus-If you hear a merry laugh coming from one of the rooms on third floor, you can guess that it is Sarah. Her witty remarks and jocular nature add humor to school life. She enjoys taking part in Christian Service. There are many opportunities in this World for Christian service, Sarah, may you take advantage of them to the best of your ability. Naomi Thomas-If you hear an outburst of merry laughter from a certain group of girls, you may be almost certain to find Naomi in the center. Her sense of humor and clever remarks add sparkle and zest to her personality. She possesses the qualities needed to become a competent nurse, and is excep- tionally capable of entertaining small children. May the Mas- ter use you, Naomi, in His great field of service. 20