Lansdowne High School - Lahian Yearbook (Lansdowne, PA)

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FRANK G. CELIA Gary Purdue 1 lere is our strong, silent mar from the wild and woolly west The Morton Meteor! For three years, Frank has been the mainstay of the track team. He can always he relied on to produce several necessary points His track ability typifies hi; character, slow and steady, but nevertheless, dependable. Football (1, 2, 3, 4); Track (1. 2, 3, 4). IDA MAE DAVIS Ida Mae is the short young lady whom all seniors remember for her acrobatics ir the gym programs, in our freshman and sophomore years There doesn’t seem to be a depression when she comes to school in a new dress so often We appreciate her happy laugh and her willingness to help in whatever there is to be done. G. CHARLES CLOSE ' Closey” State Perhaps you have seen our little Hoy Scout who plays the harmonica so well and so often I f you have not, you have missed one of Lansdowne’s favorite shows. Moreover. Guy C tells jokes as well as he can tumble, and believe us, he CAN tumble. Aviation (2): Surveying (2 3): Math (2. 3. 4): Tumbling (2. 3, 4) : Monitor (4) ; Freshman Junior Parties Entertainment (2, 4). ELEANORE H. DAWSON Jimmie Nurse Eleanore is another of those expert typists who art- the lifeblood of the school publications Saying little, but accomplishing a great deal, we’re sure that the school will miss her animated smile and quiet, unobtrusive nature. Garnet and Gray typist (4) • Girls’ Chorus (3) : Mixed Chorus (3). BAVARI) WILSON CLOTHIER Inky Being a member of the great triumvirate of Robinson. Clothier. and Robinson, Bayard is probably known to every student in Lansdowne. W ithout hi? suave and calming influence, it is probable that the trio would always he in trouble. Boys, if you would like to be a success with the ladies, borrow some of his inimitable and polished manners. JOHN T. de VECCHIS Johnny Temple John is the fellow who has those famous wrestling matches with Miss Lilley and also with that greatest of Romans. Caesar. When lie goes striding down the halls, he seems to be emulating his worthy predecessor. Rickey.” which may also add to his popularity. 417 4-

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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 }• -

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BERENICE ANNE DEVER Bern ic Rosctnonl To he a I-ah i an stall typist ami also a member of the literary staff is a difficult task I lowevcr, “Benue has proved exceedingly capable. It's not only on the Lahian staff that she has shown her reliability for in her relationship with “Midge,” she has been an exponent of true friendship. Lahian (4) : Glee Club (1,2 3): Music Festivals (1. 2. 3) CARLA DOROTHY EGGART Carla is that tiny little girl with pretty curly hair who though small has en )ugh pep for any two people. She is quite a favorite among the Spring-fieldites, for she is known as ? good sport, which means a lo to anyone. Math Club (3, 4). HOW ARD R. DRAKE Bud Alabama Have you ever noticed a ver tall boy and a tiny goldenhaired girl ambling down the hall ? Well, we’ll wager that it was Howard Drake in the company of Edna. However, he doesn’t amble on the basketbal’ floor, no sir! The fact that he has been in all interclass tournaments is proof of this. Asst. mgr. Basketball (2) Team (3) : Chorus (2, 3) • President of Chorus (4); Art (1. 2. 3, 4); Chorus (2, 3, 4) ROBERT ELLEN BERGER Shorty The Citadel Among the number of things Shorty likes are debating sports, and dreaming about military schools. We all like his brown, wavy hair and quick smile. Not long ago he used to talk about sports and dances, now it’s horses and horse-shows! I guess that we don’t know why. How about it. Shorty ? Band (1. 2. 3 : Orchestra (1. 2): Surveying (3): Debating (4) : Football (3, 4). ROBERT P. DUX LAP, JR. Bob Boh is the inquisitive sort of person who wants to know what makes the darn thing gc ’round. First, Bob rode a bicycle : next, lie graduated to a motorcycle: now, lie has given both up as a bad job. However, Bob has done excellent stage work with assembly programs and the Senior Play. Stage Crew (1. 3, 4). MARGUERITE L. ENGLEHART Maggie B tie knell Although she does not put herself in the limelight very often, “Maggie” has become endeared to us through her generosity and jovial disposition. W hen not engaged in packing basketball players into her car she is to be found promenading the halls with Flossie, her “Racoon Sister.” Math Club (4): Refresh ment Committee (1) : Chairman (4): Orchestra (1. 2): Chorus (1.2): National Honor Society (4). -418 )s—