Lansdowne High School - Lahian Yearbook (Lansdowne, PA)

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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-

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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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ALICE SELLERS BICKNELL D rex cl Institute This charming little lady numbers basketball, hockey scholastic proficiency, and many social conquests amongst her accomplishments. “Scrappy,” with her beautiful hair and vivacity, will long be remembered by classmates and teachers, especially the teachers, as one of the partners of that famous team, Bicknell and Wilson.” Hockey (2, 3, 4); Basketball (2, 3. 4) ; Hi-Y (3, 4) ; Senior Stand Committee: Dance Committee (4) ; Freshman Class Party Committee: Junior- Freshman Party Committee; Dramatics. JEAN CARSWELL Swarthmorc A faithful member of our orchestra until her senior year was Jean. This year, however she prefered mingling her voice with the chorus and helping win our basketball victories. Jean. ?. good, conscientious student and a member of the Honor Society undoubtedly will bring her Alma Mater honor in college. Basketball (4): Math Club (3, 4): French Club: President (4) : National Honor Society (3, 4): Orchestra (1, 2, 3): Concertmaster (3): Class Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4) : Chorus (1, 4) ; Golf (4) ; Monitor (4) MARY JANE BACHMAN T eeney Mary Jane is a diminutive young lady who has earned wide popularity since she joined our class in her sophomore year. She is very versatile, being equally proficient in fields of art, literature and music. Teeney” was greatly missed during her absence this year, and was welcomed back with open arms. Glee Club (2, 3, 4). CHARLES WANESS CARTER Chass Pierce School This is none other than Mr Charles Carter, soccerist, secretary of Stamp Club (though n one can read the minutes), track star. etc. He hails from Springfield: maybe, that explains it. He’s one of the brightest (and laziest) “guys” in the class. Soccer (4) : Chess Club (3 4): Stamp Club (4): Executive Committee (3); Monitor (3, 4). J. BENNETT BRADT Born M usic Many people have the impression that Bennett plays classical music only. They have been misinformed, for he plays in a dance orchestra with as much ability as he shows in the other variety of music. Also with his well-modulated voice and convincing speech, he has liecome a feature of the debating team. Math Club (3): Drama (4) : Debating (4): Surveying (3): French (4): Monitor (3). JOHN F. CASTLE Johnny Annapolis A casual observer might get the mistaken impression that Johnny is too happy-go-lucky To disprove that theory, all one has to do is to make a brief study of him, for he will be found to be a regular fellow even though he is a member in good standing, of Miss McCullough’s famous “Two rows of boys.” Football (1, 2, 3. 4) : Basket ball ( 1. 2. 3) : Baseball (3. 4) : Track (1): Home Room Representative (3): Math Club (3 4); Senior Dance Committee (4). -416 }• -