Lansdowne High School - Lahian Yearbook (Lansdowne, PA)

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JOHN G. AMMON “Johnny” is noted for his ability on the soccer held, supersalesmanship, and school spirit. He has always supported all school activities loyally, and had a friendly word for all. Soccer (4) ; Journalism (3) ; Math Club (4); Debating (4). EVAN REID BARTLESON Ev. M uhlenburg The feats on gridiron, diamond and cinder path, social conquests and winning personality of this versatile young man need no enumeration here: they speak for themselves However, we might fittingly salute him at this time for his dependability and friendly spirit in his four years of com panionship with us. Vice-President (2) ; Football (3, 4) : Baseball (3, 4) : Track (1, 2); Student Council President (4); Math Club (3 4) : Senior Dance Committee (4) ; Ring Committee (4) : Surveying (1, 2, 3, 4) ; Art (1 2. 3. 4). EARL M. BAKER Bake Law School Bake, the little man with the big personality, is noted for his voluminous vocabulary, his willing participation not only in all the social events, but also in the preparation of them, and as a varsity debater. Earl is one of those brave, persevering souls who took four years of Latin (and passed every year). He can take it! Garnet and Gray (3) : 1-ahian (4); Dramatics (3); Writing Paper Committee: Senior Dance Committee: Senior Stand Committee: Debating. EMMY LOU BATES Em Emmy is one of those willing workers without whom the school will have difficulty getting along. She did an excellent piece of work as associate editor of the Garnet and Gray and was one of the most successful managers of the girls’ basketball team, in the history of the school. Basketball. Assistant Manager (3): Manager (4) ; Garnet and Gray (4) : French Club (4) ; Chairman of Stand Committee: Dance Committee (4); Latin Teas: Dramatic Club; Hi-Y (3, 4); National Honor Society (4). RUTH KNIGHT BALEY Hahnemann Hospital Ruth is that unobtrusive yet facetious member of our Commercial Class whose activities have l een mostly confined tc Chorus work. In a few months, the call for “Nurse, hello. Nurse,” at the hospital will be answered by our classmate. Ruth. Girls’ Glee Club (3, 4); Mixed Chorus (2, 4). ROBERT CASWELL BAUDER Bob Pcntisylvania Here is the “answer to a maiden’s prayer.” Tall, dark and handsome, “Bob” has a most pleasing personality. His dominant characteristics are a keen sense of humor, droll witticisms, and a gentle manner which belies his herculean strength. Many girls lose their hearts to him, but so far he has proved impervious to feminine wiles. Track (2, 3) ; Stamp Club Stage Crew (2) ; S. A. —•§{ 14 )s “

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Seniors In looking back over the days that have passed The Seniors find good times right up to the last. Each class and each party, each dance and each game Gave much to their pleasure and more to their fame. ’Twas great while it lasted, and note that it's through The Seniors can't help but feel just a bit blue, And there’s no doubt that they will look back, with a sigh. At the good times they had while at old Lansdowne High. -«e{ 13 £»

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HARRY C. BAYNARD, Jr Mayor Unfa, of Minnesota Here’s the original “boy with the smile.” What could the senior class do without his cheery chuckle and genial personality? A large clique of friends, numbering both sexes, attest to his tremendous popularity. He also is a permanent fixture at all dances and is never seen without his pipe (So-o-o?) Track (1. 2, 3, 4); Junior Dance Committee (3) ; Monitor (3, 4). ELIZABETH ANN BEGGS Betty Penn State Betty is distinguished for her cheerful, studious nature, and ever-ready smile. She has risen to enviable scholastic rank by dint of hard and persevering work. Her friends are many and her friendship steadfast. Class Basketball (3, 4); Lahian (4) ; Math Club (4) : Chorus (1). LOUISE WINIFRED BEATTY Lou Hood College When the Lansdowne Girls’ Glee Club broadcasted, do you remember the lovely, rich contralto voice which predominated? Of course, you do. That voice belonged to no other than Louise, who has been active not only in the (dee Club, but also in Student Council during her high school days. Student Council (1. 2, 3); Court of Council: Hi-Y (3. 4) ; Algebra ins (3) : Senior Dance Committee (4): Stand Committee (4); Monitor (2, 3). LOUIS BENCKER Louie Louis is one of those quiet unassuming boys we don’t hear much, but who is always there when needed. Leave out the “quiet unassuming stuff.” and you have our “Louie.” The fact that he carries a brief case doesn’t prevent him from carrying on a conversation with al' the girls, though, in school and out. Boys Glee Club (2, 3, 4). JAMES S. BECHTOLD Jim Univ. of Penna. Jimmy is one of these phlegmatic, scientifically minded fellows: only he isn’t always that way. Xo, he likes the girls too much. We all admire his willing co-operation and his fine sense of humor. Math Club (3, 4); Aviation Club (2); Surveying Club (3 4): Photography Club (2. 3): Class Nominating Committee (4). HUBERT GARBER BEXKERT As an outstanding guard on the football team, Hubert was unequalled. Who doesn’t remember his sterling play on gridiron and his ever-present congeniality? We will always have pleasant recollections of our associations with “Hub.” Football (2, 3, 4); Track (2 3). -4(15)3-