Lansdale High School - Highlights Yearbook (Lansdale, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 48 of the 1928 volume:

'Iirlvms3r':vnra:4.v.o.r'ff' vm., :. X . ,, ea. , m:'1.'wu m:rn5.-. ff' '- fu wx L r Xu: Atluzhx. '.w'wn:'xl.',n avr. When the Time Comes To the Graduates of L. H. S. We are indeed glad to congratulate you on having successfully achieved your High School Diploma. LEARNING is progress: it is life, it will be your reserve. HIGH is fascinating: it creates wonder, it commands respect. Aim high. SCHOOL is continuous in a successful life: remember, you grow into wisdom. o .i.,.,,T When the time comes for the need of extra money-when the happiness of your future depends upon being able to say: l have the money tq go through with my plans' When that time comes-be prepared. Remember-A little saved today means more tomorrow. -PROSPER- We invite you to consult with the officials of this bank on your future plans. You may gain many helpful suggestions. FIRST NATIONAL BANK LANSDALE, PA. Largest and Oldest Bank in North Penn Valley Assets over 34,000,000 PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS One Feels At Home In This Bank - - BECAUSE each Officer and Em- ployee assumes it as a pleasant duty to MAKE you feel at home here. Prompt and courteous service, careful attention to details, a Willing- ness to explain any banking transac- tion, andthe ability to advise patrons in matters of financial investment, make relations With this bank both pleasant and profitable. Our policy is as liberal as sound bank- ing will permit, and patrons are extended every courtesy. Use our new Night Depository Every Depositor is entitled to this 24 hour safeguard - - Cltizens National Bank LANSDALE, PA. The Bank with the Chime Clock PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS Hnremarh We, of the Class of l928, have now completed our course in Lansdale I-ligh School. ln the past we looked forward im- patiently to graduation. Now we look back- wards with joys,' regrets and sorrows. We can only thank the teachers whom we some- times berated, and hope that their future pathways in life will he as smooth as we hope ours will be. Gllasu 15112111 LANSDALE HIGH-FAREWELL! These years have passed-how swiftly The day has now drawn nigh When we must turn and bid farewell To dear, old Lansdale High. , Oh, Lansdale High, those happy days Which we have spent With thee Are ended, but will ever live In fondest memory. The time we've spent together Has too swiftly fled away, It seems to us as though it were Just one long, happy dayg A day it was in which We have Both joys and sorrows known: We shared them then, but now we go, Each facing life alone. Then to old Lansdale High We'll show Our gratitude and love By striving to do all we can Our worthiness to prove. And so we turn with longing hearts From dear, old Lansdale High, And we, the class of '28, Bid you our last good-bye. E. M. HOLLENBACH, 28 Qllazz Sung Tune: Together 1 Remember, remember, always remember, Oh how the time does fly. Remember, remember that first September Just twelve short years gone by. CHORUS We spent these years together, Of laughter and tears together, Shouted our cheers together, And we'd all pretend, it would never end Now we must part forever But in each heart forever Tho' we leave here, is the memory dear 2 Together, together, always together That's how it used to be Together, together heedless of weather But we must part you see-friends. MYRA B. SABOLD Advisor, 1927-1928 To this kind, friendly teacher who has so gently -but firmly-guided us through the perils of our Senior year we extend our best Wishes and heartiest thanks. THE TALISMAN JAMES HAROLD CANNON 1 Cannon 1 Lansdale, Pa. Born August 20, 1910 In bed we laugh, in bed we cry And born in bed, in bed we die. Radio Club 1115 Biology Club 1215 Hi Y Club 1215 Science Club 1315 Humor Editor, TALISMAN Staff 1415 Orchestra 12, 3, 415 Band 12, 3, 415 President Manager 1415 Senior Play 1415 High School Play 13, 415 Football 11, 415 Basketball 1415 Glee Club 13, 415 Special Chorus 1415 Class Presenta- tion 141. Cannon has been with us since our incor- poration in 1914. His interest in athletics has brought him admiration for his spirit, and, even though he never starred, he must be com- mended for the good spirit he has displayed, may it be contagious. One of Cannon's talents leads to Geo- metry. In class, when he is there, he for- mulates new laws and Mr. Boughter has dis- posed of all the old books to make way for Cannon also Al Jolson has Cannon's per- Pirate. of Washington Cannon's New Geometry. features in the spotlight, and a new rival as was shown by formance in Peggy and the Since our annual invasion we fear for Harold. His constant lateness and his empty pockets indicate that he spends quite a bit of his time in a near-by town. He is a disbeliever of the home patronage theory, and in this case we can't blame him. Cannon says he is going to take up music. We are assured of his success, may all his notes be sweet ones. RUSSELL HILBERT CARVER 1 Little Eva or Russ 1 Lansdale, Pa. Born September 16, 1910 Eat, drink and be merryg for tomorrow we work. High School Orchestra 11,2, 3,415 High School Band 1415 Track 1115 Basketball 13,415 Assistant Advertising Manager of TALISMAN 1315 Manager 1415 Advertising Manager of Senior TALISMAN 1415 Reading Club 131. Russ first saw the daylight in Philadel- phia but realized his mistake quite early and Hed to Lansdale in time to meet us in the fourth grade. His chief worries are his new crushes It is not an uncommon thing to hear him tell us on Monday morning that he has just met a sweet dame over the week- end. He does not follow the proverbial say- ing that gentlemen prefer blondes. Although he did not perform on the grid- iron we are certain that if he had, he would have been a howling success. Little Eva has decided to take up adver- tising when he finishes school. We do not know just where he will continue his educa- tion, but we do know that wherever he goes we wish him the best of success. E61 THE TALISMAN HOWARD COOK 1 Slim or Shorty D West Point, Pa. Born June 20, 1910 ELSIE V. COLBURN Lansdale, Pa. Born March 18, 1910 Kind and gentle, a friend to all- Who can it be but Elsie? Latin Club 111g Biology Club 1233 Reading Club 131 3 Chemistry Club 141 5 Glee Club 141 3 Class Treasurer 1255 Class Secretary 131. Elsie has been with us throughout the entire four years of our High School career. She has proved a very efficient student especially in mathematics. It is a common sight to see her sitting some- where back in the corner with about a half a tablet working out some difficult problem which the rest of us have not even the courage to tackle. She is always daring enough to under- tak? the most difiicult subject 1even Chemis- try . Elsie is one of the very few girls who does not have to worry about letting her hair grow, for her long tresses are the envy of many of us. Elsie's highest ambition is to become a nurse, and we are sure that she will make a good one because she is one of the most kind-hearted members of our class. Whatever she under- takes we know that her life will be a success. Good goods- Comes in small packages. Cooky entered our ranks in his Junior year. He has proved a valuable asset ever since-and how! No, it wasn't storming in the Typing Room, but Howard and a Hunter were discussing a topic of interest. . Slim intends entering the business world, where we hope he will meet every success. Whenever difiiculties confronted us, he would smile and relieve us of our worries. Such a will should keep Shorty on the straight and narrow road. Howard is an ardent lover of fishing, pets, and a Miss Adams 1especially the latterl. Many times he would come to school with one or two snakes in his pockets. This served to make him a Mystery Man in the estimation of his friends. ' Howard would be a hero, but the girls can- not adopt the habit of looking up to him. All together, R-a-a-y Cook!!! l7l THE TALISMAN MARION R. DETWILER 1 Man 1 Lansdale, Pa. Born February 28, 1911 F. LEONORE DETWILER 1 Lea J Lansdale, Pa. Born January 4, 1911 For she's a jolly good fellow. Librarian 1115 Latin Club 1115 Glee Club 11, 2, 3, 41 5 President Reading Club 131 5 Vice President Biology Club 1215 La Societe Francaise 1415 Accompanist High School Play 13,415 Special Chorus 13,415 Class His- tory 13, 41. That's Lea. Always good-natured and ready to do a favor for anyone. Piano-playing is one of Lea's hobbies. She certainly can tickle the ivories and is much in demand at all places. What would the High School plays have been without her? Lea is rather fickle in her ambitions. She has always had trouble choosing among ad- mirers of the opposite sex. We never know what she likes and we believe that she doesn't either. At one time she was interested in artillery, especially a certain Cannon. Now, she is trying to decide between the study of Leaches and a nursing career. However, we believe she will choose the latter, the only obstacle being that all her patients will fall in love with her. Whatever her chosen work, we are sure she will be a great success. Here's wishing the best of luck to you, Lea, from the class of '28, A ltttle girl with eyes of blue, You seem quiet-but we know you. English Club 1115 Biology Club 1215 Latin Club 1115 Librarian 11, 215 High School Play 1315 La Societe Francaise 1415 Reading Club 131. Man has been with us since the first grade when we wore pig-tails and gingham dresses. She has proved to be a good sport through and through, and is always present when she sees a good time in store. Marion has a good line of Hsagacious crevices to spring at the right time and fur- nishes the laughs for all. She was gifted with a very laughable laugh which, when heard, is very contagious, especially in study hall. Marion makes friends very easily and has a score of them. A friend in need is a friend indeed, may very well apply to her, for she is generous with all her friends. She has established a good record along scholastic lines while in High School, forming a strong base for a successful life. Marion's ambition is to be a nurse, so that she may help others-the young doctors? She has been successful in her school work, and we hope she will be so as a nurse. Here's wishing you luck and a nice young doctor, Marion! ISI . gf.-rg--. 1. -gg, 1 THE TALISMAN ADA FRITZ 1 Toots 1 MILDRED H. EVANS c6IMil!!D Lansdale, Pa. Born January 20, 1910 I could be better if I would, But it's awful lonesome being good. Latin Club 111, Secretary Biology Club 121, High School Play 1215 English Reading Club 131 : Librarian 12, 313 Senior Class Play 141g La Societe Francaise 141. Mildred came to us in the fourth grade from the big city of Philadelphia. What Philadel- phia lost, Lansdale gained! She is one of the most popular and most attractive girls in our class, being popular with both sexes. Wherever Mildred is, 'Tom is there also. These two certainly do quarrel, but you know that True love never runs smooth. Mil never participated in athletics, but she was a loyal supporter at many athletic meets. She is quite well-known for her dancing ability and is one of the best gigglers in our class. Mil was one of those lucky girls who did not cut her hair when shaved necks were in style, and now she laughs at the other girls who are troubled with Ubobbie pins. Mildred does not know what she will choose as her life's work, but we know she is sure to succeed. Here's health, wealth and happi- ness to you, Mil. 57 Kulpsville, Pa. Born July 12, 1910 t'Hang sorrow, care will kill d catg therefore let's be merry. Towamencin H. S.-Librarian 11,215 Class Treasurer 1113 Literary Society President 1113 Declamation Contest 1113 Track 11,213 High School Play 1115 Pianist 1213 Class President 1215 Literary Society Secretary 121, Lansdale H. S-Reading Club 131. Ada spent her first two years of High School at Towamencin. She came to join our ranks in her Junior year. She has a quiet disposi- tion and is never angry, but always has a smile of welcome for everyone she meets. Ada's common expression when she left school in the evening was, Gee, I have a lot to do tonight. The next morning when asked, how much she did, the general reply was heard, Nothing! I was out riding. Boy! I am tired. In spite of this she generally had her work completed by class time and almost always made good marks in her tests. She expects to be Someone's Stenog, but we don't believe she will hold her position very long, for perhaps Prince Charming will come her way before so many years. E91 THE TALISMAN MURRELL FUNK cflFunky!7, Lansdale, Pa. Born March 17, 1911 'lGood sense, which only is the gift from Heaven, And though no science, fairly worth the seven. Biology Club 1215 Radio Club 1315 Science Club 141. Crash! Bang! Oh! it's Funky and his Chevie. Murrell's census was first taken in Philadelphia. He soon saw, however, that the great struggle for existence was too much, and he immediately set sail for the wide open spaces of Lansdale and has spent the rest of his sentence here. Murrell is not athletically inclined but was a great supporter of all sports, offering his ever useful Chevie for transportation pur- poses. He also spends much of his time in rebuilding his car in order to make record breaking trips to Souderton. Murrell's ambition is to become an aviator. May the height of success be his. MARJORIE G. GODSHALL 1 Margie 1 Lansdale, Pa. ' Born January 14, 1911 Good women are scarce. Take care of me. Class Secretary 1413 Glee Club 11, 2, 3,415 High School Play 11,2,3,41g Latin Club 1115 Reading Club 131 3 Biology Club 121 3 Librarian 12,31g Student Council 11, 313 La Societe Francaise 1413 Senior Playg Vice President Girls A. A. 1413 Music Leader 131. Margie is a native of Lansdale and has favored the schools with her attendance dur- ing her entire school career. Marjorie has always gotten along well in her studiesg just ask her how much she en- joyed Algebra 2! Margie has been active in many of the plays which the school has given and has taken part very well indeed. She has some weaknesses 1we would not call any of them detrimental, however1, but the one that predominates is her afiinity for Ford Coupes. Margie intends to become a school marm but we are afraid that she will be Held by an attraction that will prove stronger than her desire to impart knowledge to the future generation. We know that Marjorie will be a good teacher, if she does decide to make this her life workg and we wish her all possible success. E101 ii,f'1:,. THE TALISMAN RUSSELL R. GREULICH cuRuSS9vJ Lansdale, Pa. Born July 23, 1910 MARION GRAVES 1 Boots or Gravy 1 Norristown, Pa. Born October 22, 1909 '4She's quiet to those who don't know her well, Ent oh, her friends-what they could tell! U. G. H. S.-Relay Team 1215 Vice Presi- dent Class 1215 Secretary Reading Club 1219 School Play 1215 L. H. S.-Reading Club 1315 Glee Club 1415 Operetta 141. Marion began her school career in North Wales. However, deciding to attend the Upper Gwynedd School, she turned her steps thither while in the fourth grade. After the little yellow school-house had offered all it could, she joined the ranks of '28 at the beginning of her Junior Year. Marion enjoys dancing and her favorite pet is the nuke. Since she has pursued the commercial course, she says she will become Somebody's Stenogf' However, we are dubious. You see, Marion is interested in nature, and the phase of nature in which she is interested frequently causes people to change their mind. You see its Lanes. Yes, Lanes, of both genders. That is neuter 1moonlit, of course1 and mas- culine. Then, too-but you must ask her the res . Here's wishing her success in whatever she undertakes. When you hear the roll of the big bass drum, Then you will know that the Dutch have come. Class President 1114 Vice President 1415 Band 11, 2, 3, 415 Orchestra 11, 2, 3, 415 Ten- nis 12, 3, 415 Manager 1315 Business Manager of THE TALISMAN 1415 Business Manager Sr. Number 1415 Science Club 13, 415 Student Council 13, 415 Honor Committee 13, 41 5 Class Statistics 1415 English Club 131. While we were in the Eighth Grade, a big, blushing, bashful boy joined our ranks. He hailed from the burg of East Greenville, and to this day his unfortunate classmates must listen to his extolling the virtues of that town. This was the person whose photograph adorns this page. He soon got acquainted, and ever since that day he has stuck closer than a poor relation. When a band was organized, Russ felt that it was his duty to grace it with his pres- ence, hence we soon found Russell parading along in the front rank, and he has paraded there ever since. The band would sound hol- low indeed without his lusty tooting on the trombone or the baritone. Russ has never fallen victim to the wiles of the girls of Lansdale. Probably the re- membrance of the females of East Greenville is too great. At any rate, he makes weekly trips to that place, and we can imagine his toting around some buxom Dutch lassie. Russ expects to be an electrical engineer, and we understand that he intends to blow up the Lansdale Power Plant just to find some- one who will employ him. Good luck. 1111 THE TALISMAN CHARLOTTE R. HARTMAN Lansdale, Pa. Born November 30, 1911 Could I love less, I should be happier. Honey Brook: Glee Club 11, 215 Special Chorus 1115 Class Treasurer 1215 Domestic Science Play 1215 Musicale 11, 21. Lansdale: Glee Club 13, 41 5 Special Chorus 13, 41 5 High School Play 13, 415 Junior-Senior Play 1315 Class Play 1415 Reading Club 1315 French Club 141. Charlotte started her high school career in Honey Brook. She joined our ranks in her Sophomore year and soon proved to be a good Although Charlotte is not athletically in- clined she has recently been seen at the base- ball games. Do you wonder why? Well, just ask somebody who went to Washington. Charlotte is one of the outstanding members of our class, being especially talented as a singer an actress, and a speaker. She proved her ability in our high school plays. She is also fond of dancing and tennis. 1Change the t to d and see what you have.1 BEATRICE HAGER 1 Beatie - Hager 1 Lansdale, Pa. Born January 12, 1911 What is so rare as a day with June? Glee Club 11, 2, 3, 415 High School Play 11, 2, 3, 415 Senior Play 1415 Senior Editor 1415 Reading Club 1315 Biology Club 1215 Honor Committee 1415 Class Statistics. Beatie has been a member of our class from the time our mothers had to bring us to school. From the beginning she has proved herself to be a very studious lass and has always been near the top of the ladder. She helped many of us up the Latin step. Beatie did not take part in athletics, but she was one of our best rooters, especially in the years '26 and '27. Nevertheless, she can dance-and how! Gilda Gray cannot last forever. Beatie, there's your chance. Those of us who know her best will always remember her in a little blue night-cap 1to keep her kinks in1 which she wore during the Washington trip. Beatie intends to go to Wilson College to take up the teacher's course, consequently to become-Miss Hager? We wonder!! What- ever you do-learn to cook. Good luck in that and in everything else! Charlotte expects to continue her career by , , taking a course in music at Temple University. Here s wishing her success! E121 fx . .mu v, .,f.., vu -1 -4. 'w--- vw 3 W? , it,',L.:R us. f.,1 1 1 ,S ii..-1 ,, 1 W? srl -..!'.V 1' .. , ,Lf ,,,., THE TALISMAN ERMA HEAVENER Montgomeryville, Pa. Born June 16, 1911 It would talk: Lord, how it talked! Civics Club 1153 Latin Club 115, Biology Club 125 Reading Club 1355 La Societe Francaise 1455 Spelling Team 13-45, Spelling Champion 145, Track 13-455 Varsity Team Erma came to us in our Freshman year, a shy little country girl from Montgomery Townshlp However, shyness soon wears oli' in good company, and, this being the case Erma seon became one of our brightest pupils. Talk about spelling, Erma takes the cake! She was our champion speller this year and bravely defended our cause at the Peirce School. Although Erma is not musically or poetically inclined, she is very fond of athletics. She played on the Senior basketball team, but her light shown brightest on the track team. Erma is a Jolly good fellow and equally liked by both sexes but we do not know of any preference among the opposite sex in this school. How- ever, that is confined strictly to this school. Ask her why she liked the boat trip best. Maybe she will show you a much treasured BERYL E. HARVEY Lansdale, Pa. Born August 13, 1910 But the girl worth. while, is the girl with a smile ' When everything goes dead wrong. Class Secretary 125g Biology Club 1253 English Reading Club 1355 High School Play 12, 3, 45, Glee Club 12, 3, 453 Special Chorus 1353 Class Editor 1353 Student Council' 145g Treasurer of G. A. A. 145. They say gentlemen prefer blonds, and we ask you, Is Beryl a blond? We'll say she is. Beryl joined our ranks in the gingham stage, and she has been with us ever since. Because of her jolly disposition she has a host of friends. Her popularity with the opposite sex is noticeable, as Beryl is a wonderful pal. Although she is fond of athletics, Beryl took part in few sports but spent 'most of her time in supporting the various teams. Beryl has obtained the.honor of being one of the most illustrious members of the Commer- cial Course, and some day you will be sur- prised at the wonders she will accomplish as Somebody's Stenog. Of course, we admit something else might turnwup. Whatever it 1or he5 may be, we wish her all the joy and happiness in the world. possession which came in the mail. She is undecided as to her career, but we know her tto will always be, The Army Forever. E131 THE TALISMAN DENNIS HUFNAGEL 1 Denny - Hoofer 1 ' Lansdale, Pa. E. MYRTLE HOLLENBACH c5lMert97, Lansdale, Pa. Born September 2, 1910 It was only a glad, 'Good Morning' As she passed along the way, But it spread the morning glory Over the live-long dayf' Glee Club 11, 2, 3, 41g Special Chorus 13, 41g Latin Club 1115 Biology Club 1215 Reading Club 131, High School Play 13, 415 Chemistry Club 141. Myrtle has been with us ever since the first grade. She has proved herself to be a friend and helper to all and has always been one of the best students. Myrtle has quite a few talents. She is quite an expert pianist and dearly loves to use this art. We have all read some of Myrtle's poems and, for proof of their quality, look at the class poem. She also has a hobby of sharpen- ing pencils. When anyone wants work done along this line they consult Myrtle. Myrtle is going to be one of our numerous nurses. She expects to enter the Samaritan Hospital in the fall where she will pursue this course. We are sure that Myrtle will make a successful nurse. We wish you luck, Myrtle. Born September 3, 1910 It is not good that man should live alone. Baseball 12, 31, Captain 141, Spanish Club 1315 Science Club 141, Senior Play 1413 Reading Club 131. Denny joined our ranks in the seventh grade. He hailed from Sellersville. He is a good natured and witty fellow. He is slow to anger and easy to please. He has made a good showing on the athletic field and is captain of this year's baseball team. Denny drives a fast gas burner which is well patronized by the fair sex. This reputable car has voyaged to many athletic fields with a cargo of players, students, etc. He made a big success as a villain in the Senior Play. As an actor he knows his Frenchyl' Denny is not certain what his future occupation will be, but we' wish him all pos- sible success. - l14l L e4sesd?- THE TALISMAN ETHEL HUNSBERGER West Point, Pa. Born August 19, 1910 Modest, studious, yet merry withal. U. G. H. S. Declamation 1115 Captain of Magazine Campaign 1113 Relay Team 121g School Play 121, President of Literary Club 121 3 Lansdale High School Reading Club 1313 La Societe Francaise 141. Ethel went to Upper Gwynedd for ten years. She graduated from there with highest honors, but not feeling satisfied with her training, she came to join the ranks of '28 in search of higher education, and she certainly has proved an addition to our class. She has several hobbies, and one ofithem is, believe it or not, strumming the Nuke. She likes outdoor life and camping. Ethel also enjoys hiking, especially about Washington??? Ethel plans to be a history teacher. We are sure she would make a good one, but she is an excellent cook so-we wonder? Whatever she does, we know it will be done well and we wish her happiness. DOROTHY E. HUNTER 1 Dot 1 Lansdale, Pa. Born August 8, 1910 As merry as the day is long. Spanish Club 1215 Art Club 121, Art Play 121 3 High School Play 13, 41. Dorothy truly is as merry as the day is long for she is very good natured and jolly. Dot came to us from the Upper Gwynedd School and immediately became a welcome member. Although Dorothy never participated to any great extent in sports, she is greatly interested in athletics. Dorothy will probably be someone's 'stenog, and a good one, we assure you. However, Dot seemed to have a very good time coming home from Washington, so we don't know for sure whether she will enter the business world or not. To use the time-worn expression we wish her the best of luck in whatever she undertakes. K 1151 THE TALISMAN - 1 M. RUTH KENDERDINE C'Ruthie 1 Lansdale, Pa. e Born September 5, 1910 'Friends are like melons, shall I tell you why? To find one good, you must a hundred try. Biology Club 121, Reading Club 131 Ruth has been with us since the grade. She 'is a rather quiet girl. learned on our Washington trip, one favorite expressions is, Oh, who cares , if that JOSEPHINE M. KAVASH cuuloen-1uJoSien, Lansdale, Pa. Born August 28, 1910 Chic and sporty, Quibk as forty, All kinds of pep, As a dancer-some rep. English Club 1115 Biology Club 1219 Latin Club 1119 Reading Club 1315 High School Play 11, 2, 3, 419 Senior Playg Glee Club 141. Josie is one of the pioneers of our class. She has been a faithful member throughout our twelve years of hard work. She has a very pleasing personality which wins her many friends, especially those of the opposite sex. Josie is a good sport and is quite capable of taking a joke as well as giv- ing one. When it comes to laughing and talk- ing, she never takes a back seat. These latter characteristics make her a great favorite with the study hall teachers, especially Mr. Boughter. Josie is quite a dancer, and everyone likes to have a chance to dance with her. We all remember the great hit she made as a soft shoe dancer in the play, All Aboard. It wouldn't surprise us at all if, later, we heard of her as a great dancer. ' Here's luck to you, Josie. We know that yolu will succeed in anything you may under- ta e. fourth As we of her were the least of my worries. Apparently Ruth does not worry about anything. May she always have that attitude toward life. 'However, she is very clever in taking her own part in the Typewriting Room, especially when it comes to a certain person. Ruth is an expert in bookkeeping, as almost every one knows, although she is not fond of stenography. She has set her mind on being an accountant and bookkeeper. We all wish her the best of success in that line, and that her books may be free from crossed-out figures. E161 . , wb 'f+'?'54 THE TALISMAN PEARL KULP 1 Kulpie 1 Kulpsville, Pa. Born August 31, 1910 Happy and free with no care for the morrow, She scatters dull care and banishes sorrow. Towamencin H. S.-Librarian 11,215 Lit- e ary Society Treasurer 1113 Literary Editor 111 Relays 11,215 Class Treasurer 1215 Lansdale H S.-Reading Club 1313 La Societe Francaise 141. Pearl came to join us in her Junior year. She was very quiet in her Junior year with us but in her Senior year became better acquainted with her classmates. On Monday mornings we could often hear her exclaim, Oh! I am tired! We wonder why don t you, Pearl? Before a test she could always be found in school early in the morning studying, but how much she achieved is hard to tell, because gen- erally she could be found chatting with some friend about the night before. Pearl doesn't know what she wishes to spe- cialize in after she is through school, but we believe it will be in Domestic Science sooner HALLAM KOONS 1 Thunderb0lt 1 Lansdale, Pa. Born August 26, 1911 'ilu this world a man 'must be either anvil or hammer. Spelling Team 141. If Great Neck, L. I., had been Little Neck, we could have known Thunder's true origin. As it is, we have to take his word for it that he came from the Bronx. As proof of this, however, he occasionally lapses into the dialect in English class. He rectified his mistake by coming to Lansdale High in our Junior Year. Hallam is ordinarily a mild-mannered youth, but at such times when he isn't you may be sure that the subject of the dispute is either little- neck clams or girls. Hallam is a very capable youth. He can translate Cicero, bawl out waiters, drink ice coffee, any time or place, brag about his Willys-Knight and make Pick- Up 1especially hotel1 dates. Koons had a hard job overcoming his bash- ful reserve, but after he got started!!! Koons always gets good grades in his sub- jects and intends to study law in Muhlenberg. Good luck to you, Koons. E171 THE TALISMAN DONALD ROBERT LEACH 1 Uncle Tom, Toby 1 Lansdale, Pa. ' Born December 4, 1910 Where is my wandering boy tonight? Track 1113 Basketball 1315 Manager 1411 Tenms 13, 41 3 High School Play 13, 41 3 Presi- dent Class 1313 Vice President Literary So- ciety 1413 Rep. Typist at Ursinus 1413 Read- ing Club 1313 Glee Club 12, 3,41. Toby has been with us as long as we can remember. It is said that he was born in Lansdale and has lived here ever since. Toby IS a jolly good fellow, and he puts lots of life in the crowd. Lessons are generally the least of his worries. We are all accused of having crushes at one time or another. Now it is Toby's turn, and she sure can tickle the ivories. He is quite interested in sports. Although he is too small to be a dashing fullback he's a dandy midget basketball player. Like the rest of the Leaches he's a bulldog for punishment and a good sport through all. Toby is not sure just what he will do after school but we know he will crush his way effectively. Best wishes, Don! ELSA H. LANCIANO CLEIUJ Lansdale, Pa. Born March 8, 1910 She's always jolly, bright and gay, With friends enough to throw away. English Club 1113 Biology Club 1213 High School Play 11, 2, 3, 413 Reading Club 1313 Glee Club 141. El was born in Philadelphia and received the first eight years of her education there3 but, realizing her mistake, she quickly moved to Lansdale and joined our ranks in the Freshman year. She is popular with all her classmates, espe- cially those of the opposite sex, because she is a jolly good fellow, always on hand when there is any fun to be had. When the students of Lansdale High hear a squeak in the hall, they know that it is not a mouse. Oh, no! Somebody is just after Elsa's t'cklish rib. The best way to get a secret out of her is to touch her ribs. Elsa loves dancing and displayed her abil- ity with Josie, her soft shoe partner, in All Aboard. She loves to play the violin, and the soft, sweet, tones which iioat from her win- dow bring tears to the neighbors' eyes. 1Ag0ny.1 , , , El established a good standing in her high school career. We are certain that will assist her in her future work. Here's luck to you, Elsa. We hope you will be successful in anything you may undertake. E181 THE TALISMAN GEORGE WOODWARD LEACH cuBudnJ Lansdale, Pa. Born October 10, 1908 Basketball 11, 2, 3, 415 Captain 12, 415 Manager 1315 Football 11, 2, 3, 415 Captain 1415 Baseball 12, 3, 415 Captain 1315 Track 12, 3, 415 Vice President Class 12, 315 Senior Play 1415 Junior-Senior Play 1315 High School Play 12, 3, 415 Glee Club 12, 31. Bud is one of the best athletes of the school. He is an all around star, having achieved honor in all four of the major sports. Bud has a fiery temper, and the saying is that When Leach gets mad the dirt flies. Bud played center on the football team, guard on the basketball team, pitched on the baseball team, and was our miler on the track team. Of course, the athletic field is not Bud's only field of achievement. Wild tales are told of his exploits in the field of love, and we have a faint suspicion that this is why he spends so much of his time in Montgomeryville. We feared, after our annual conquest of the capitol, that another town would enter his field, but, as yet, there is no definite development. However, time will tell. Bud says that work is his place when he leaves school. Whether or not he will sling bread or balls we can't tell, but, whatever he does, we are assured that success will be his reward. ' R-a-y, Bud, DORIS LOMAN Lansdale, Pa. Born August 10, 1911 'Cause I's wicked-I is. I's mighty wicked, anyhow I can't help it. Latin Club 1115 Biology Club 1215 Reading Club 12-315 Spanish Club 1315 High School Play 13-415 Glee Club 1415 Special Chorus 141 5 Art Club 141 5 Class Song. v Doris is a charter member of our class, hav- ing been with us ever since she entered school. She is very popular, having friends of both sexes. She is very well adapted along the lines of music. She plays the piano and sings very well. Her ability as an actress became evident when she took a leading part in the high school play for two years. Her favorite pastime is eating and drawing caricatures. She is very humorous and enjoys writing poetry. Give Doris something to eat, a piece of paper, and a pencil, and she will be satisfied. Her favorite expression is, Do you have anything to eat? Doris expects to enter Syracuse University next fall and study a course in art. She is determined to be a famous artist, and she says that we shall be proud to have her name written in our autograph albums. So here's luck to Doris and her art. l19l THE TALISMAN - FRANCIS MORRIS 1 Deacon 1 Lansdale, Pa. Born October 22, 1910 A Minister, but still a man. Treasurer Student Council 1313 Vice Presi- dent 1413 Baseball Manager 1413 President Literary Society 1413 Literary Editor TALIS- MAN 141 3 Assistant 131 3 Class Treasurer 131 3 President 1413 Alternate Debating Team 1413 Junior-Senior Play 1313 Spelling Team Cap- tain 1313 and member 1413 Senior Play 1413 Latin Club 1113 Biology Club 1213 Science Club 1413 President Reading Club 1313 Cap- tain Subscription Team 1413 Scholastic Com- mittee 13, 41. Who never heard of him? Who never spoke to him? Who doesn't know him? Absolutely no one. Was there ever any activity in the school which Deacon Morris wasn't in? Was there any plan or idea which the Deacon didn't help to carry out? Absolutely none. Sometimes we of the Senior Class wonder how it is that the Deacon can be in so many scholastic activities and still keep up his standard as a scholar. Vice President of the Student Council, Base- ball Manager, President of the Literary So- ciety, Literary Editor of the TALISMAN3 Alternate on the Debating Team, member of the Spelling Team, a member of the Senior Play, in one year. Last, but not least, Presi- dent of the Senior Class. All that remains now that is 'of great moment is for the Senior Class of next year to decide who will run their business for them. There won't be any Morris to do it, and Eve Should like to know how else it's going to e one. EUNICE E. PROUSE 'Chalfont, Pa. Born October 14, 1910 To love or not to love- That is the question. Latin' Club 1113 Treasurer Biology Club 1213 Reading Club 1313 La Societe Francaise 1413 High School Play 12, 3, 413 Glee Club 141- Eunicejoined our class in the freshman year, a bashful little girl from Chalfont, but it did not take long for her to become acquainted with us. Now she is one of the most popular girls in our class. Did we say our class? Well, let us add that her popularity is not con- fined to the Senior Class alone, but also to a certain person in the Junior Class. If you are interested concerning that Junior's identity, consult the Junior President. Eunie is very fond of music. She plays the piano very well, and, although she does not play any band instrument, she is very much interested in a Horn, Eunice expects to attend college next yearg and, although she is uncertain of her future work, nevertheless, we feel confident that she will continue to be popular in whatever she undertakes. Good luck and best wishes to you always, Eunice. i201 iktttif 'H f THE TALISMAN THOMAS BRADLEY ROELOF How do Class 1 Biology c6iT0m79-1.CiT. BJP, Lansdale, Pa. Born February 9, 1910 How do you do, everybody, how do you do5 How do you do, everybody, how are you? l'd like, if I am not too late, To join your class of '28. you do, everybody- Tom's my name. Vice President 1115 Vice President Club 1215 President Debating Club MARGARET CAROLYN RAUCI-I Lansdale, Pa. Born September 22, 1910 1215 Cheer Leader 12, 315 Junior Relay Team 1215 Varsity Track 13, 415 Football Squad 1115 Varsity 13, 415 Glee Club 12, 3, 415 Science Club 1315 High School Play 13, 415 lganager, Football 1415 Baseball 1415 Senior ay. 5 With words to the effect of the verse above Little Lord Fauntleroy Roelof joined our ranks in the Sixth Grade, much to the regret of several of the male members of our class. Tom is one of Lansdale High's athletes, but here again he owes all his ability to the fair sex, for we know that he received all his training running back and forth from his home to a little double house about three blocks away. Nevertheless, Tom is also something of a student. Proof of this lies in the fact that Mr. Boughter has often requested his pres- ence and-absence. Tom is thinking of becoming a dentist. We wish him all possible luck, and may his slogan be- Bigger and Better Cavities. She seldom thinks of anythinguith more earnestness than she does of dinner. Class Treasurer 1115 Latin Club 1115 Bio- logy Club 1215 Reading Club 1315 Basketball Squad 11, 21 5 Varsity Basketball Team 13, 41 5 at 2' wav ee u , ' rsinus orus ' Class Play 1415, Class ,Presentations 141. ' , Carolyn registered here in Lansdale with the rest of us. We sometimes doubt about the uregistering. From a quiet girl with long curls she has passed through all the stages of colffures and has returned to long tresses rininus the curls. She is one of the most popu ar gir s in our class. She is willing to do most anything for you and keep her B1ll. Take it from us, she's right there. All of Carolyn's interest in athletics did not expire in 1926, for since then she has taken an active part in basketball. She is also fond of swimming and riding. In Washington, Carolyn made frequent visits to the Willard Hotel. She has drawn the conclusion that the name means every- thing. Carolyn is going to take a trip to EETODB this sunimer, and we know she'll make a it in aris. on voyage. She is not sure of her career, but we know it will lbe an interesting one. Best wishes, Caro yn. 1211 THE TALISMAN 0 HARRY E. SPROGELL Lansdale, Pa. Born December 5, 1911 ROBERT HAMILTON SLOAN cHB0bNJ Lansdale, Pa. Born September 6, 1910 Slow and steady wins the prize. French Club 12-313 English Club 1315 Orchestra 131. After various peregrinations about the schools of Lansdale, with a side trip to Staun- ton Military Academy, this infant Paderewski finally cast his lot with the class of '28 in the Junior year. Since then he has been on the class roll, much to the despair of the treas- urers, whose duty it has been to pry his class dues from him. Unfortunately, he has not mingled very much with the other students and is not so well-known as he might be. As implied above, Bob is an expert musi- cian, but he has not stooped to display. his talent to the students of the high school. Every day he practices vigorously, variedly, and viciously. Robert intends to follow the footsteps of Paderewski, Moskowski, Pachmann, Rach- maninoff, Tschaikowsky, and Hoffman. The name Sloan seems out of place in this catalog of jaw-breakers, but we suggest that Bob cultivate a musician's hair-cut, and adopt an alias. We wish him all the luck in the world, hammering out harmonies on his Ivers and Pond piano. And ah, for a man to rise in fme, - . That the man I am may cease to be. Band 11, 2, 3, 41g Property Manager 141, Orchestra 11, 2, 3, 41, High School Play 13 41 Senior Play, Debating Team 13, 41g Captain 1413 Spelling team 13, 41, Science Club Vice President 141 g, Glee Club 12, 3, 415 Tennis 1415 Special Cliorus 1313 TALISMAN Staff Class Editor 11,' 215 Editor-in-Chief 141 Editor of the Senior Number of THE TALISMAN 1415 Honor Committee 141g Eng- lish Club 12, 315 French Club 12, 31, Latin Club 111 Captain of Subscription Campaign 141 Class Will 141. Harry is one of the charter members of our class having been with us ever since the first When the call for band candidates was issued Harry responded and now the band would sound hollow and weak without the strange weird squeaks issuing from his Harry has been one of our best debaters for the last two years. His sarcastic and con- vincing arguments, which he used to good ad- vantage were developed in the classrooms of Lansdale High School, much to the dismay of the teachers. Harry intends to 'go 'to Swarthmore next year to study law. We know he will make a good lawyer. Here's to your success. E221 THE TALISMAN L. PEARL TYSON cnrlwipsvb West Point, Pa. Born May 27, 1911 The girl who is earnest and diligent is prepared foo' all things. Spring City High School: Omega Society 115 g Lansdale High School: Biology Club 1255 Spanish Club 1355 Reading Club 135. Pearl came to us in our Sophomore year from Spring City High School. She has evi- dently taken a liking to us, for she has remained with us for the last three years of her high school career. Tip, as she is more commonly known, is one of the youngest and smallest members of our class. She finds great delight in reading books, even to the neglect of Trig. Lang- uages are among the subjects in which she is most interested, especially Spanish. Although Pearl is very quiet, she is always ready to join in the fun with the rest of us when the occasion presents itself. She has never shown much interest for the opposite sex, but, you know, you never can tell! Pearl has not yet decided upon her life work, but whatever she may undertake we know that she will be successful. Here's wishing you luck, Pearl! MORRIS T. WALTERS, JR. 1 Bub or Morrie 5 Montgomeryville, Pa. Born March 26, 1910 He thinks too mnchg such men are dangeronsf, Biology Club 115 English Club 115, Rep- resentative Typist 145. Morrie came to Lansdale High School in his Freshman year. Since then he has come through with honors in his studies. He is especially well noted for his original and tender English compositions. Whether his brawn came from pitching hay or not is a matter for conjecture, but if you wish to know how strong he is, just shake hands with him. He is a quiet, serious young fellow, but under this very serious exterior lies a great deal of mischief which comes to the top when the girls are around. Morrie says he doesn't care for the girls, but we wonder??? Especially when he is Hiking with that blonde in Montgomeryville. Who?'?? Ask him, he knows. 'Morrie expects to be a bookkeeper or a stenographer someday. Here's to you, Morrie, may all'your pencil points break. E231 011 lcep me Mmocuzt 'male othevs great! President Blology Club 125 Latin Club 115 g - f Debating Club 125 Class President 1255 r Class Treasurer 145 Student Councll 13-453 X Secretary Student Council 145 Vice Presi- . dent La Societe Francaise 145 Secretary Lit- elary Society 145 High School Play 13-453 Angemae hails from the wild and woolly west which probably accounts for her bold, bad ways We cant account for her pink cheeks and blue eyes unless they re a result She came from Upper Gwynedd to Lansdale High School in her Freshman year and has done herself proud ever since Whenever there were any office lying around empty, Angie Just naturally dropped into them. She hasnt taken part in athletics but she's always rooted We ve never been able to find out for certain but we suspect that she studies her lessons while she gathers the eggs at any late she always knows them her lessons, we On account of her figu e Angemae doesn't Wash- ington trip that she s very fond of Brazil nuts, THE TALISMAN ALMA R. WEBER cscAlnJ Lansdale, Pa. Born October 20, 1910 The only way to have a friend is to be one. Latin Club 115 5 Secretary Biology Club 125 3 Reading Club 135g Science Club 145g Presi- dent La Societe Francaise 1453 High School Play 12-3-45g Special Chorus 1355 Glee Club 12-3-45g School Activities Editor 1455 Student Council Publicity Committee 13-455 Debating Team 1453 Class History 11-25. Alma was born in Philadelphia, but moved to Lansdale in time to join our class in the first grade in the East Ward School. Alma is interested in sports although she was never successful enough to make any of the varsity teams. Her favorite sport is foot- ball. She did not miss a single game in three years. While fate has deprived Al of athletic ability, she has given her double measure in scholastic ability. Al was successful in making the debating team this year. After Alma is finished high school she intends to be a nurse. We are sure that she will succeed in this work. We all wish you luck, Alma. She doesnt know what shell do after she - - leaves school but weve never known her to make an UHWISQ choice and we re sure she wont in this case Heres wishing you luck, E241 PN ' C THE TALISMAN LYDIA WILSON 1 Lid 1 Chalfont, Pa. Born February 6, 1911 Not famous or great, but a real, good sport. Latin Club 111 g Biology Club 121 5 High School Play 121 5 Reading Club 131 5 La Societe Francaise 141. Although Lydia is not a resident of Lans- dale, she has been a student of Lansdale High for the past four terms. She has always been studious and maintains a high average in all her classes. It's a common thing to hear less favored ones say, I got it from Lydia. The everlasting drill on proper English has caused a rebellion in her which accounts for the fact that Ain't and This Here remain promi- nent phrases in her speech. Lydia has always been interested in sports although she never took part in any school games. Her favorite sports are tennis and swimming. A , So far Lydia has not chosen her future work. She has always been successful, how- ever, and we feel sure she will continue her good work. The best we have to offer her is - Good luck and good cheer. RUTH M. WINSCH 1 Ruthie 1 Lansdale, Pa. Born December 13, 1910 True friendship is like sound healthy The value of it is seldom known until it is lost. Glee Club 12-3-415 Special Chorus 13-413 High School Operetta 1413 Reading Club 131. Ruth has been a faithful member of our class ever since the first grade. She is usually found studying. When fun and study interfere, study is predominant. However, much of a certain study period is spent in arguing with a certain girl. That girl is-well, who doesn't know. Ruth is fond of music, both vocal and in- strumental. She has decided to follow it as a career, but to all probability she will be Somebody's Stenogf' Here's wishing her all the success in the world. E251 Happiness FOR Delicious Confections-tied with ribbons--packed in boxes -in morsels of pure delight. Happiness Candies PRICES RIGHT ALWAYS FRESH ..Qll ylg,.. Wm. F. Zane's UNITED CIGAR sToREs AGENCY 305 West Main Street UNITED PROFIT-SHARING COUPONS WITH ALL PURCHASES zkncgfvmy H39-v PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS E261 THE TALISMAN Gllann Iflizinrg FRESHMAN YEAR When great men and women gather together, one always finds history in the making. In September, 1924, a new epoch of history began' with the arrival of a host of great- people in Lansdale High. To those who came before us we were not so great as some may suppose. Let those people recall their first days in high school. lsn't it true that a Freshman's most important question is Where is room --? The first event to attract our attention was the election of officers. The following students were elected to lead us through'our first year of trials: Russell Greulich, president: Thomas Roelofs, vice-presidentg Majorie Godshall, secretary, and Carolyn Rauch, treasurer. Mrs. Riding- ton was chosen as our class advisor. As members of the high school we were allowed three class represen- tatives for the Student Council. Those elected were Marjorie Godshall, Kermit Weand and Ellsworth Oberholtzer. We entered the social world with a party given in the gym. Mrs. Ridington and Mr. Bishop acted as chaperons, but lack of boldness on the part of the students made their job a trivial one. With the arrival of spring and sports many Freshmen stepped forth to try to make names for themselves as athletes. Some were successful but for most of them it was merely the beginning of a practice that makes perfect. In June the class held a picnic at Spring Mount. Again the chaperons were Mrs. Ridington and Mr. Bishop. With this event our first year closed. SOPHOMORE YEAR In September we came back to school with more knowledge and the first opportunity to witness a Freshman class at which we might laugh. Although we were more dignified, the faculty remembered our former behavior,'and we were notpermitted to organize until after mid-year exams. Added to this punishment, we were forbidden to initiate the new class, a thing which we all regretted. When we finally organized, the fol- lowing ofiicers were elected: Angemae West, president, Russell Greulich, vice-presidentg Beryl Harvey, secretary, and Elsie Colburn, treasurer. This year Mr. Bishop was chosen class advisor. Since nothing of importance took place except the purchase of class rings and the finals, we decided to break a well-established precedent. Hence we held our annual picnic at Memorial Park, Schwenksville. Some blame the several accidents on the rocky stream, but most agree that as good navigators some Sophs were minus a hundred per cent. Thus our second year in Lansdale High ended and we set forth to enjoy our vacation, feeling fully capable of becoming good Juniors the following term. ALMA WEBER, '28, E271 THE TALISMAN JUNIOR YEAR In September of 1927 we returned to high school, bearing the title of Juniors. We, indeed, were proud of the fact that we were upper classmen, and that the now lowly Freshmen and Sophomores looked up to us with a good deal of respect and reverence. Oneof our first duties was to organize and to elect our oflicers. We chose Donald Leach to be our presidentg George Leach, vice-president, Elsie Colburn, secretaryg and Francis Morris, treasurer. ' In November the Senior Class entertained us at a Hallowe'en party, our first social event of the school season, at which time we were reminded of the fact that we had better get busy and hoard up money for the crown- ing light of the school year-the reception for the Seniors. We began immediately by giving movie benefits, pie, cake and candy sales and numer- ous other functions, including our valuable support in the Junior and Senior Play. Finally the day of days arrived and we may easily say, without any egotism, that it was the most royal spread ever tendered to any Senior Class in Lansdale High. To top off the year the Juniors and Seniors held their annual picnic at Spring Mount. We then said good-bye to school and departed for a two months' vacation. SENIOR YEAR When we returned, in the Fall of 1927, we found ourselves on the top rung of our public school ladderg but one year remained for us at dear, old Lansdale High. -A As usual, we proceeded to elect our officers: Francis Morris, president, Russell Greulich, vice-presidentg Majorie Godshall, secretary, and Angemae West, treasurer. , As in previous years we had a Hallowe'en party in the high school gym and the usual amount of fun was had fplus a good deal morel . Our biggest problem of the year pertained to finances-not for a ban- quet this time, however-oh, no, we were Seniors and we were to be guests -but rather to help defray our Washington trip expenses. In March we set a precedent by producing a Senior Play. It proved very successful, as may be judged by our 3300.00 profit. However, our longest-to-be-remembered high school event was our sojourn at Washington. Many incidents occurring on this trip fconcern- ing different members of the classy have proved excellent material for our Senior will, prophecy and statistics. Two weeks after we returned to Lansdale from the capitol, we were entertained by the Juniors at the annual Junior and Senior reception, which was a howling success. With these as high lights of our high school days, may this history recall to our minds in future years many of the good times we have enjoyed. Was ever a feather so lightly blown to and fro as this multitude? LEONORA DETWILER. CLASS COLORS-Blue and White. CLASS MOTTO-Aut nunquam tentes aut perfice. l28l Ggjullisgh X :Q W ,M tg, wi ww- Av U1 A. F' ive ' 0 - Wil 'fniegndiblem Th D'z' r' ,. 0 Busiiesslgdzgdlli ' Gfhcnent School Commercial Teaching! A Business Career .' Paying Avenues of Endeavor Open to High School Graduates COMMERCIAL TEACHING The demand for commercial teachers is without precedent in educational circles. The Taylor School course is approved for certification by the State Department of Public Instruction, and nearly one hundred of our graduates are now teaching successfully in the high schools and private schools of this and other States. ' A BUSINESS CAREER Their are unlimited opportunities in business life for those who have taken our intensive Business, Stenographic or Secre- tarial Courses. Scores of the most successful young people in Lansdale and vicinity are Taylor School graduates. DAY COURSE EVENING COURSE THE TAYLOR SCHOOL Freeman P. Taylor, B. C. S., Ph. B., President 1002 Market Street, Philadelphia RIGHT BY READING TERMINAL HPATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS ' E291 SERVICE QUALITY Lumber u Millwork Coal ' ALL LUMBER UNDER COVER Yards at Oflice COLMAR, PA. LANSDALE, PA. TEN YEARS OF PROGRESS ln celebrating the Tenth Anniversary of the founding of the LANSDALE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, the school will soon move into its new home at Main and Broad Streets, Lansdale, where it will have an entire building to devote to school purposes. Class rooms, recreation rooms and rest rooms will be located on the first ancl second Hoors. New and modern equipment, experienced and capable in- structors, and the conveniences and advantages of the strictly private school make it emphatically YOUR HOME SCHOOL FOR BUSINESS TRAINING Summer Sessions begin July 2 Fall Term opens September 4 Send for further information to the LANSDALE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS LANSDALE, PA. EDWIN P. GOTWALS Dependable lnsurance Service NOTARY PUBLIC AUTO LICENSES First National Bank Building Lansdale UPATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS E301 THE TALISMAN Uhr will nf the Qllaaa nf 1523 Know all men by these presents that we, the class of nineteen-hundred twenty-eight, having been duly ejected from Lansdale High School, being in a repentant state of mind, and being sound of neither mind nor body, do make and publish this, our first, last, and only will and testament, thereby setting aside all other statements, mental, verbal, or written, and therein disposing of all our possessions which we do not Want, or which are of no use to us! In all good faith we make the following bequests: We bequeath to Henry Worthington Francis Morris' ability to look and act like a combination of President Coolidge and Mussolini. Mildred Evans leaves her singing ability to Dorothy Rosenberger. We leave Lydia Wilson's ingenious and never-before-heard-of gram- matical constructions to Miss Sigafoos, as a shining example of what four years of high school English will do. We will Thomas Roelofs' shy and retiring manner to William Miller. We present Elsie Colburn's raucous voice to Elsie Mitchell so that she may inform people that she is present. , Ada Fritz leaves her extreme talkativeness to Ruby Kemp. Long may she rave. We donate the toys and the original English compositions of Harold Cannon to Charles Prokopy. We leave Elsa Lancianofs dancing ability to Elizabeth Reese. To Marcus Moyer we bequeath Ethel Hunsberger's voice to enable the teachers to hear him when he recites. Mered Hoff is the fortunate recipient of six of Howard Cook's old suits. Josephine Kavash gives her extra avoirdupois to Miss Williamson in order that the latter may qualify for the heavyweight championship. We donate Pearl Tyson's vampish ways to Doris Evans, knowing that this will add to her repertoire. We present to Kathryn Rodgers the poise and graceful carriage of Russell Carver. Pearl Kulp leaves her poetic ability to Elizabeth Held so that THE TALISMAN need never lack material in the future. We bequeath Doris Loman's laconic brevity and attention in class to Edna Sames so that the latter's marks may be improved. Morris Walters' ability to neck is freely given to George Moyer, with no restrictions. We will Marion Detwiler's mathematical ability to George Snyder so that he may know that two plus two equals four. Ruth Winsch's love for the world, her cheerfulness, and her optimism are bequeathed to Maggie Linden. We present the good looks and winning ways of Robert Sloan to Richard Harner. The sophistication of Ruth Kenderdine is passed on to Anna Neiburg. Carolyn Rauch wills her Russian boots to Warren Allem to cure his rheumatism. We leave Bud Leach's absolute ignorance of football to Alvin Alderfer, so that the latter may no longer trouble his parents. l31l THE TALISMAN We bequeath to Mary Thomas the ability of Dorothy Hunter to break seats merely by sitting on them. Let the School Board take heed and reenforce all the creaking seats in the building. Leonore Detwiler's soft playing is willed with full directions to Warren Cresson. He needs it. We present Hallam Koons' fondness for Little Neck clams and his heart-smashing qualities to George Knoll. Erma Heavener's daintiness and mincing step go to her sister Oliene so that they may stay in the family. To Bessie Maurer we bequeath Charlotte Hartman's utter aloofness to the boys. We will Donald Leach's hearty masculine qualities to Bruce Beveridge in hope that these will make him more successful in his love affairs. Marion Graves' West Point beaux are left to whoever wants them. We appoint Louis Burichka to serve in the capacity of official chauffeur to the high school, which position Russell Greulich is thankfully vacating. We present Alma Weber's curling iron to Dorothy Swartley. We bequeath Marjorie Godshall's table manners and tremendous appetite to Elinor Hoffman. We leave the lady-killing ability of Dennis Hufnagle to Samuel Cassel, Jr., that he may become the lion of his class. We give to Margaret Custer Myrtle Hollenbach's power to snare the unsuspecting male-to be taken in small doses. We bequeath the excessive liking which Eunice Prouse has for Economics to next year's Economics class as a star to which they may hitch their wagon. We point to Murrell Funk's neat appearance as an example to the Juniors. To all the shiny-nosed underclassmen we leave Beatrice Hager's compacts. We leave to Pop Anson all the shavings from Beryl Harvey's pencils. These should make good kindling wood. To next year's Seniors we leave the ability of the class of '28 to enter- tain the Souderton girls on the Washington trip. They musn't get lonely! To the Sophomores we leave all our faultsg also all our red marks, waste paper, deck inscriptions, and other decorations. To the thundering horde of incoming Freshmen, we leave only that lovely sentiment, which high school so effectively disproves, that Stone walls do not a prison make. To the teachers we leave the pleasant memories of our four-year stay in high school, including the pleasure of keeping us in. To the under-classmen in general we leave the vicious circle of Mrs. Hoff's iron-clad diet. We advise that they get copper lining to pre- vent interior corrosion. We leave them Miss Williamson's tender admoni- tions, and we bequeath to these unfortunates the frequent intelligence tests and interesting moralizings of their principal. We also willingly pass on the weekly auditorium programs. To witness which we have hereunto set our hand and seal this eight- eenth day of the sixth month, nineteen-hundred twenty-eight. ANGEMAE WEST, T HARRY E. SPROGELL. Signed, sealed, and delivered in the Eastern Penitentiary, County of Density, State of Ignorance, in our presence. LITTLE EVA, UNCLE ToM. E321 OPEN EVENINGS UNTIL 8.00 P. M. CENTRAL TONSORIAL PARLOR We Specialize in Ladies' and Chilclren's Haircutting 308 W. Main Street Lansdale, Pa. Leather Writing Portfolios, Brief Cases, Bill Folds. Beautiful and Distinctive Box Paper. Book Encls, Books, Games. EDITH M. LANE STATIONERY AND GIFTS 24 Green Street Lansdale WHEELER'S D rug S t 0 r e s LANSDALE NORTH WALES Willys-Knight Whippet Felver's Service Garage I. B. Felver, Proprietor Lansdale, Penna. PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS E331 HERF F -J ONES CO. INCORPORATED Manufacturing Jewelers and Stationers Indianapolis - Philadelphia Official Jewelers for Lansdale High School -'QlI IIQD'- RALPH W. POPE I530 Chestnut Street District Manager PHILADELPHIA John T. Daub HARDWARE Main and Broad Lansdale, Pa. CAMPBELL MOTOR CO., INC. CHRYSLER MOTOR CARS SUN BLUE CAS VINE STREET LANSDALE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS I34I THE TALISMAN Gllzmz lirnphrrg i The class of '28 is gathered together for the last time at a garden party. Two wandering gypsies have been hired to tell what each of the class will become. As each member of the class crosses a gypsy's palm with a piece of silver his or her future occupation is revealed. Doris Loman, always one of the bravest in the class, steps up first. For her the gypsy prophesies a successful career as Captain of the Salvation Army. Harry Sprogell learns that he is to become a shining light as a silk stocking salesman. Film Fun is to find in Ruth Winsch a much needed peppy editor. Alma Weber will make a name for herself as a perfume tester in Coty's Paris plant. Elsa Lanciano will go down in history as one of the finest piano tuners Lansdale High School ever turned out. Bud Leach is to be Mr. Gillette's crack razor salesman. The United States is to find a new idol in Beatrice Hager as a record breaking channel swimmer. Eunice Prouse will spend her life in the wilds of darkest Africa carry- ing the lamp of' truth to the heathen. Howard Cook will make a name for himself as the big bull in Wall Street Pearl Kulp learns that her life work will be at Vassar College wnose president she will eventually become. Beryl Harvey will pose for Lucky Strike Ads. Erma Heavener is overjoyed to learn that she will be 1932's Miss America. Surprising as it may seem, Morris Walters will be head interior dec- orator of the Pennsylvania State Fencibles. The gypsy sees Angemae West as living in Brazil, raising little Brazil nuts Russell Carver learns that his ambition is to be realized and that he is to be Pavlowa's star toe dancer. Elsie Colburn is to take Irving Berlin's place in Tin Pan Alley as a writer of sentimental songs. The gypsy very much shocks the class by predicting Donald Leach as the internationally known pickpocket. Leanore Detwiler will make her fortune as the world's most famous steeplejack. Francis Morris, with his natural ability, will advertise Stacomb. I Ada Fritz is to make a name for herself as Kulpsville's woman divorce awyer. Hallam Koons will be the founder and first president of the Society for the Promotion of the Consumption of Little Neck Clams. Myrtle Hollenbach will be the first featured dancer at Thomas' Rail- road Avenue Night Club. Ruth Kenderdine's hairdressing establishment fbobbie pin depart- ment in the rearj is to be one of Lansdale's most successful businesses. Robert Sloan will be Oak Park's best and only undertaker. Marion Graves will find her happiness in a bungalow of dreams with a lot of little Lanes around. f35l THE TALISMAN Charlotte Hartman will be known as the best little jockey this side of the Atlantic. Russell Greulich learns that despite his ambition to be an elevator boy he is to become president of the East Greenville Board of Trade. Pearl Tyson is to make a success as a chiropractor. Mildred Evans will gain her long sought goal by singing in the Met- ropolitan Opera House. Ethel Hunsberger's voice will be heard every evening announcing from WIP. Harold Cannon is to be professor of Chemistry at Kutztown Normal. Marion Detwiler will give advice to many as Editor of love-lorn column in future Lansdale News. Dorothy Hunter was told that she would be President of the Volun- teers of America. Lydia Wilson will be starred in Artists and Models of 1935. Thomas Roelofs will rise to the position of head floor walker in Nei- burg's Ready-to-Wear Clothing Store. Carolyn Rauch is to be the W. C. T. U.'s very worthy and capable president. Josephine Kavash will become the starring attraction of Barnum and Bailey. The g-g-great lady snake c-c-charmer! Murrell Funk is to bring fame to the Class of '28 as the future John Barrymore of the screen. When the class holds its reunion in 1978, fifty years after graduation, it will refer to this document to see how nearly correct the prophecies of the gypsies were. DENNIS N. HUFNAGLE, MARJORIE G. GODSHALL. STATISTICS Howard Cook . .. Hallam Koons .... ..... Russell Carver Josephine Kavash . . . . . . . . Morris Walters . . . . . . . . George Leach Donald Leach Harry Sprogell Harold Cannon . . . . . . . . Doris Loman .. . . Murrell Funk . .. Erma Heavener . . . . . . . . Ruth Winsch ..... ..... Marion Detwiler .... ..... Majorie Godshall . Carolyn Rauch ..... ..... Charlotte Hartman Harold Cannon ..... ..... Dennis Hufnagel . Elsa Lanciano Pearl Tyson ...... Thomas Roelofs . . Beryl Harvey . . . Mildred Evans .... ..... Tallest ........... .... . Shortest ...... Thinnest .... Fattest . . . Noisiest . . . Quietest . . Brightest ...... . ... . Dumbest ...... Most Punctual Most Studious . Best Dancer .. Cutest ........ Jolliest ........ Most Bashful . Best Etiquette . Smallest Eaters Lovesick ...... Wittiest ...... Best Neckers .. Biggest Flirts . Gas-Burners . . . . . . . . Biggest Bluifers Best Blushers . Best Gigglers . Ethel Hunsberger Pearl Kulp Lydia Wilson Leonora Detwiler Ada Fritz Beatrice Hager Ruth Kenderdine Francis Morris Robert Sloan Dorothy Hunter Elsie Colburn Lydia Wilson Marion Graves Russell Greulich Harry Sprogell - Hallam Koons Thomas Roelofs Alma Weber Eunice Prouse Marjorie Godshall .Myrtle Hollenbach Russell Carver Angemae West Elsa Lanciano BEATRICE HAGER, RUSSELL GREULICH. I36l Joseph Rodgers Painting : Eetorating C A S S E L' S Dependable SEEDS - FEEDS POULTRY SUPPLIES ,Ll-. Cassel's Seed Store W. Main St. Phone 123 ARMSTRONG'S CHOCOLATES BON BONS Socla, Sunclae, Parfaits-Novelties for all Occasions 124 W. Main Street Lansdale, Pa. Estimates Cheerfully Given Electrical Supplies and Equipment ALL KINDS OF ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND REPAIRING-LIGHT, HEAT AND POWER WIRING VV. F. W HITMAN Electrician Moyer Building, Main and Walnut Streets, Lansdale, Pa. Bell Phone 130 MURDOCK RADIOS Interior Wiring Our Specially RADIO TUBES TESTED FREE A. R. LOUX ' Cigars and Tobacco Cigarettes and Smokers ELMER G. KULP ICE DEALER Pure Crystal Ice. Efficient service Lansdale, Chalfont, Hatfield, Colmar, in Line Lexington and vicinity. 432 Chestnut Street 212 W. Main Street Lansdale Phone, Lansdale 357-M HPATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS E371 Butter ancl Buttermilk RTIN Century Farms Phone, Lansdale 73 Bottled in tl'lC Country FREE DELIVERY ANY TIME OF DAY Fresh Vegetables every morning SGHAIIHTEIYS FRUIT MARKET Main Street PHONE 82-w Lansdale Society Brand Suits and Overcoats A Stetson and Mallory Hats Manhattan Shirts interwoven Hosiery Bostonian Shoes BARTHOLOMEW'S MEN 'S WEAR of BETTER GRADE Masonic Temple Lansdale, Pa. Ladies and Gents Tailoring, Cleaning and Pressing PHONE I34 M. Z. DELP MOTOR TRANSPORTATION CGACHING OF ALL KIND DAY AND NIGHT PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS i381 S . Girls With Business College Training Secure the Finest POSITIONS We take pleasure ln presenting Miss Marion Faughnan, a young lady who is earning S1200 a. year after spending one year in the study of Shorthand and Typewrit- in at Str 'er's Bu 'n s C lle e g as si e s o Q . Many Worthwhile opportunities for a successful career in the business world are offered to young women today, if they are equipped with a Business College Education. Grasp These Upportunities by Training Yourself at STllAYER'S Because of the great demand tor our graduates we guarantee all our students good positions upon graduation. Why not get started on the road to success by enrolling NOW either in the Day or Evening Classes. Students may enter at any time. Send for outline of courses-it's free! STRAYER'S BUSINESS COLLEGE 807 Chestnut St. Mildred Reichley BEAUTY SHOPPE Kratz Building Evenings by Appointment Lansdale 4l I-W Lansdale, Pa. On the score of Competency and Efficiency, this Agency acknowledges no peer THE HOWARD F. JONES INSURANCE AGENCY Lansdale, Pa. 52 Main Street Phone 422 W AT YOUR SERVICE ALWAYS WITH A SMILE Fruits and Vegetables Free Delivery H. F. SCI-IWENK Phone 422 J Main 8: Chestnut Sts. BELL PHONE 653 Lansdale Heating Supplies Co. Penn and Chestnut Streets Lansdale, Pa. HPATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS 91 Richard IVI. Bitner Pharmacy Main and Walnut Sts. Red Arrow Store PRESCRIPTIONS DRUGS :: GIFTS Red Arrow Money Free with every purchase D'AM0 Ds FUNERAL DIRECTOR wATcHEs JEWELRY Our aim is to make it easy for you t 24 East Main street purchase that which will make you Lansdale, Pa' favorably remembered Thoughtful Care and Dignity F' Characterize Our Service NEW THEATER BLOCK Bell Phone 258 CUT FLOVVERS Lansdale Hardware , Zander 8: Rlttenhouse Company Zlflnriatn PAINTS AND Funeral Sprays and Designs vARN1sHEs H Specialw- , . Iflowers furrnshed for Banquets . and Weddings at short notice. 415 W. Mann Street I . Kratz Bulldlng, Lansdale, Pa. THE STORE THAT HANDLES A VARIETY OF MERCHANDISE No matter what you want in the way of I GIFTS, STATIONERY, DRY GOODS, NOTIONS, ART NEEDLE WORK CANDY, TOILET ARTICLES, ETC. You'll find them at KEISER'S VARIETY STORE MAIN AND GREEN STREETS LANSDALE, PENNA. 7 HPATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS I401 Lansdale Fruit Market A Store You Will Like We have a full line of fruits ancl vegetables daily l. M. MASON 8: SONS Green 8: Courtland Sts. Mitchell-Hunsberger Company :Printers 1034-36 Spring Street, Philadelphia Bell and Keystone Telephones Cassel' s Service Station SALES . NASH - SERVICE Bell Phone Gwynedd Square North Wales 43 R 2 HPATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS I41fl GRADUATION GIFTS STRUNTZ 31vmv1vr NOW AT 322 W. MAIN STREET LANSDALE PA Compliments of 3 Butler -Buick Company NEW THEATRE BLDG. - LANSDALE, PA Coal and Building Materials Plasteringianrl Concreting OI. Rosenbergefs Sons Inc. SEPTIC TANKS 8: BURIAL VAULTS ORNAMENTAL - CONCRETE PRODUCTS Maple Avenue near 7th Street Bell Phone 165 LANSDALE, PA. Sanitary Meat or Provision Market Home Dressed Beef, Lamb, Veal, Pork and Chickens All Kinds of Smoked Meats and Provisions LINF ORD D. MOYER, Prop. Cor. Third and Broad Sts. Lansdale, Pa. HPATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS i421 AM H. o Norman Funk pr Era:-o wal Tnmspanuvian Q 4 1 - L.. I... . . ...H QAAAAM , 'll Sales and Service 'uuI ' h X S. Richardson Ave. near Mam St. PHONE 700 E. VV. KRIEBEI. Dryfloods Silk and Cotton Lingerie Childrens Wear GREEN ST. AT COURTLAND - LANSDALE, PA. FREEMAN'S FOR DRUGS FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE-TWO STORES 400 W. Main Street Phone 437 W Broad at Second Phone 39 W LANSDALE, PA. Try HIPPLE'S Hfsf CUT RATE Toilet Requisites - Patent Medicines Gifts . KRATZ BUILDING GREEN ST., LANSDALE, PA. UPATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS i431 T. D. KEYSER 'J- . Sales and Service LANSDALE Bell Phone P KULPSVILLE BUY OUR HOUSES- YOU WILL KNOW US HAGER Sz SCHULTZ . LARGEST BUILDERS OF HOMES IN 'IHE HISTORY OF LANSDALE I LAUCHMAN'S RESTAURANT For Good Eats HOME MADE PIES OYSTERS IN ALL STYLES The IVIen's Shop Haberdashery H. R. Loux, Prop. New Theatre Block PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS I44I K x . . L .M .-'::1, ' V - 1 M Q 1 ... Na '- J. 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