Laurel Valley High School - Laurel Yearbook (New Florence, PA)

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Fall Festival Part of our production this year was the annual Fall Festival which was held on November 6th and 7th, There were various types of exhibits about the school building. Commercial exhibits were set up in the auditorium by Joe DiRinaldo, the Kinzey Lumber Company, and the Stanley Home Products Company. The library was the scene for a large antique display. Some of the pieces of glassware were nearly two hundred years old. An exhibit of guns containing a rifle from the Civil War interested many of the men. Many of these antiques were contributed for exhibition by Miss Love Johnson, Mr. Ralph Wagner, and the Dushanes. A special part of this display was placed in a tent at the right side of the school building. This compared a 1914 Maxwell with a 1954 Plymouth submitted by Mr. Seeley Magnani. In the Home Economics room there was a Needlework exhibit. Many beautiful crocheted, tatted, and embroidered pieces were displayed along with knitted goods and quilts. The auditorium was also the scene for many other entertaining booths including a fish pond, a weight guessing, pennypitch, and READER'S DIGEST FUN FARE books. The P. T. A. held a large sale of baked goods both nights. The class awarded three turkeys, a talking doll, and a wagon to people holding the lucky tickets. Leda Mae McGraw won the talking doll and Charles McAdams won the wagon. In room two free movies were shown. One of these was Walt Disney's Seal Island. The cafeteria was decorated as Neptune's Garden Cafe where delicious refreshments were served. The main feature on the menu was the submarine sandwich. Along with these sandwiches, pastries, ice cream and soft drinks were sold. The entire class participated in this activity and appreciated the co-operation of those who helped make the Fall Festival a success. 24

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ROW ONE: ROW TWO: ROW THREE: ROW FOUR: ROW FIVE: ROW SIX: Left to Right, W. Kisamore, B. Boske. M. L. Dipofi, H. Long, G. Carmichael, S. Igo, L. Simpson. Dr. Kradel, R. Crusan. L. Martin. G. Chesla, W. Wynn, V. D. Spare, S. Payne. D. Henderson, M’. J. Henderson. S. Heap. R. DiMarzio, J. Sigmund. B. Boring, M. Betz. W. McDowell, R. Stiffey, D. Shetler. R. Ruffner. F. Betton. C. Baird. R. Carney, R. Henderson, R. Robinson, J. Biss. F. Cunningham, R. Marino. P. Antonio. J. Henderson, H. Klodell, H. Kuchenbrod, G. Wagner, T. Smith, P. Hepner. Senior Officials Four distinguished members of the Class of 1954 were elected to play leading roles in directing the course of Senior activities. They are: President................................Harry Kuchenbrod Vice-President...........................Ronald Robinson Secretary................................Cleo Baird Treasurer................................Paul Hepner For twelve years our officers have worked with determination and untiring effort in order to attain their long awaited goal. They were honored this year by their election as class officers. Upon graduation, they will have reached the highest peak in their school careers. The memories of all the happy times they have had making our part in this play a success will live in their hearts for many years to come.

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Our Laurel Valley Hit - The Washington Trip The Washington Trip, an educational as well as a very enjoyable feature, starred the entire Senior cast. The dates for this performance were May third, fourth, fifth, and sixth. To those who visit Washington alone, as families, or as groups like our own, there are those objects that the professional guide or a resident of Washington insists cannot be missed. We agree ! The experiences of the trip have been the thrill of thousands. The Seniors of Laurel Valley Joint High School were no exception. The scene of this great event opens on May third at the break of dawn. Waiting at the steps of Laurel Valley was a Greyhound chariot to carry the Seniors on their dreamed of trip. This is one time that the bus driver didn't have to wait for any tardy Senior. As soon as all the passengers and luggage were inside the bus, the students shouted, Via Washington! As the bus roiled to its destination, the students saw sights that will never be forgotten. There wasn't one point of interest missed by the wide-eyed students. Not one person had time for a snooze. Arriving at their hotel in Washington, the students were so excited that they didn't know what to do first. Under the guidance of Dr. J. C, Kradel they finally were settled in their rooms. Activity never ceased. There was so much to see and talk about. After making themselves look as neat as a pin, the students were eager to start on the tours planned for the Seniors of Laurel Valley. The Capitol of the United States--imposing in size and architecture, but of greater importance as the place where world decisions are democratically made--was eagerly visited by the enthusiastic group. Among other sites viewed by the Seniors was the Supreme Court Building, a structure symbolic of the justice of our nation. Included among the sight-seeing trips was the great white executive mansion. The White House, which is located on Pennsylvania Avenue. This avenue is traveled by more important world leaders than any other street. Another stop was the Library of Congress, which is visited by thousands every year. This library contains the largest collection of books, periodicals, and papers in the world. An amusing stop was the National Zoologicial Gardens. This zoo holds a wide variety of animals. Students who were interested in the Navy were fascinated by the Navy Yard and all its ships and submarines. Other interesting places that were visited by the Seniors were the Smithsonian Institution, the National Museum of Art, The Federal Bureau of Investigation, Washington Cathedral, Arlington National Cemetery, and the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. The Seniors were thrilled every moment of their trip. All this was made possible by the efforts of their director, Dr. Kradel and the co-operation of the five districts in the jointure. The class of '54 will never forget this experience. Their school year couldn't have ended in a nicer way than with this trip to the Capitol of the United States --Washington, D. C. 25