Mercer High School - Hi Times Yearbook (Mercer, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 84 of the 1956 volume:

DEDICATION We, the graduating class and the Hi Times Staff of 1956. proudly dedicate our yearbook to Mr. James A. Patterson. This dedication is in tribute to his many years of service to Mercer High School. Mr. Patterson, himself a graduate of Mercer, attained highest honors in both his high school and college classes. Mr. Patterson received his B. S.. degree from Westminster College and his M. Ed. from the University of Pittsburgh. Mr. Patterson, a favorite among all his pupils, teaches math. He also aids our school bv being the ticket seller at athletic and other school functions. As our friend he never fails to lend a helping hand. 2 MR. JAMES A. PATTERSON CONTENTS Administration Page 5 Seniors Page 13 Underclassmen Page 25 Organizations Page 33 Athletics Page 51 Features page 65 4 ADMINistr 5 ATION BOARD OF EDUCATION Front Row left to right: George Victor, Russell Buckley, Dr. Harry Miller, Mrs. Merle Robinson, A. C. Sproat, Clark Bestwick, Je sse Anderson, I. C. Cochran, Jr. Middle Row: Wilburt Reno, Roy Reichard, Richard Moose, James McCullough, Charles Masters, Paul Miller, William Scliod-latz. Back Row: Orin Porsch, Francis Peters, Harold Orr, Dr. David Vogan, Otto Anderson, Joseph Bentley, Thomas McCleary. Our fine school has come about through tedious work and planning of the Hoard of Education. They are continually striving to maintain and improve our school as the best possible school to meet the needs of our community. Officers of the board are President, A. C. Sproat; Vice President, Thomas Cochran; and Secretary, Mrs. Lois Robinson. Missing from the picture are Seth Gustin, Supervising Principal; Albion Bindley, George Fox, Kenneth Struthers, and Charles Sykes. 0 SUPERVISING PRINCIPAL SETH GUSTIN B. A. Susquehanna University M. Ed. Columbia University Mr. Gustin became Supervising Principal of the Mercer Joint High School District in 1948. PRINCIPAL BRADLEY W. CRAWSHAW B. S. Business Education Indiana State Teachers College M. Ed. University of Pittsburgh The High School Principal, Mr. Crawshaw, joined the Mercer School system in 1950. 7 ALBERTY, MRS. ELIZABETH R.N. Millard Fillmore Hospital, Buffalo, N. Y.; Penn. State Univ. Takes care of aches and pains. COURTNEY, MRS. RITA B.S. Clarion State College. Teaches Jr. High Math. Seventh grade advisor. ARMSTRONG, MRS. MARGARET B.S. Indiana State College; Columbia Univ; Dickinson Choir School; Music Assembly sings— Chorus. ELSTER, LOUIS B.S. Mansfield State College; M. Ed. Penn State; University of Michigan. Band—Orchestra. BROWN, RAYMOND B.S. Slippery Rock State College; M. Ed. University of Pittsburgh. Gym Exhibition. Patrol Club. FINDLEY, CHARLES B.A. Waynes burg College. History—puts football players through paces. CHRISTIE, JOSEPH B.A. Westminster; M.A. University of Wisconsin; University of Minnesota. Senior advisor—English. FUREY, MISS ISABEL B.A. Penn Slate University. Teaches English— Advisor for Jr. Tri Hi Y. GARDNER, MRS. GLADYS B.S. Slippery Rock College. Girls gym and health classes Instructor for the cheerleaders. GLENN, MRS. MARY B.S. Slippery Rock College; Youngstown Univ. Librarian. In charge of Library Cadets. HOFFMAN, L. O. B.S. Slippery Rock College. Teac hes P.O.D. and History. Advisor for senior class and A.A. HOOVLER, MRS. THELMA B.S. Grove City College; Westminster College. Business Course, Business advisor, Mer-Hi, Business Ed. Club. HUMMEL, JOHN B.S. Grove City College; Westminster College. Cafeteria monitor. Teaches History. KOENIG, LUKE B.S. California State College. Industrial Arts. Senior Hi-Y advisor. MARKS, SAMUEL B.S. Thiel College. Assistant Football and Track Coach, Drivers’ Training. MAW, MRS. VIRGINIA B.A. Anderson College, Indiana; M.A. Indiana University. English, Social Studies. 9 Mr. Moberg helps two senior chemistry students with a difficult experiment. Mrs. Minshull demonstrates the correct way for some advanced art students. McCARL, MRS. OPAL B. S. Slippery Rock College. Teaches Jr. High N1 a t h a n d Geography. Seventh grade advisor. McCLURE, CLAIRE B.S. Thiel College. Mathematics — Faculty Manager of Athletics. MECKLEY, RAYMOND B.S. Penn State University. Teaches History — Junior Class advisor. MINSHULL, MRS. E. B.A. Edinboro College. Helps decoration committees. Art instructor. MOBERG, HARRY B.S. Penn State University. Chemistry and other sciences. NEWELL. ROBERT B.A. Allegheny; M. A Allegheny — Guidance. PATTERSON, JAMES B.A. Westminster College; M.E. University of Pittsburgh — Mathematics. SHAFFER, MISS P. B.S. Penn State University. Home Economics teacher — Advisor for F. H. A. 10 SMITH, LLOYD B.S. Penn State Univ. Heins the Ag. boys, 9th grade advisor. SZALINSKI, JOHN B.S. Univ. of Pittsburgh. Assistant Football coach, Biology teacher. TAYLOR, WILLIS B.A. Thiel College; Univ. of Pittsburgh. Teaches English. VALENTINE, MISS DORIS B.A. Westminster College. Teaches English. Yearbook Staff advisor— 8th grade advisor. VINES, LcROY B.S. Slippery Rock College. Speech and English. Dramatics director. WAGNER. MRS. PHYLLIS B.A. Westminster College. Tcaches b u s i n es s subjects. Business advisor —Hi-Times. In charge of activity accounts. WALKER, MRS. MARTHA B.A. Grove City College Language teacher. Advisor for the Tri Hi Y. The tachistoscope is used by Miss Valentine in an eighth grade reading class. Mrs. Wagner checks some letters in a personal typing class. NEW FACES Standing: Miss Georgiann Smith, new home economics teacher from Indianna State Teachers College and Mr. Ales Krotenak, mathematics teacher, B.S. from Grove City College. Seated: Mrs. Helen Dell, high school secretary. 2 IN MEMORIAM COOKS Left to right: Mrs. Olive Palmer, Mrs. Wilma Briggs, Mrs. Fannie Harris, Mrs. Theresa D’Angio, Mrs. Allx:rta Watson, and Mrs. Emma Gill. We, the Class of 1956, and the entire school body of Mercer High School, wish to show our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Mrs. Bessie McKay. Mrs. McKay was a member of the Mercer faculty for eight years and taught Jr. High geography, math, and English. Her many students will always remember her warm friendship and pleasant disposition. 12 5 £S ;JL Sfcg! '4 ,r? $S8Hi k ;rfef, Jt L rv al SENIORS OFFICERS AND ADVISORS Seated: Veva Anderson, President; Norman King, Vice President; Dianne McConnell, Secretary Standing: Judy Holliday, Treasurer; Mr, Christie; Mr. Hoffman HISTORY We, the class of 1955. are now looking back over our younger days which, in the future, will be called “the good old days.” In 1952 we entered the new high school as Freshmen. Everything was new and bright, and we made good use of these improved facilities. Our Sophomore year was a prosperous one. We had bake sales and held a class dance, “The Bunny Hop” to help raise money. The busy year of 1954-55 began for our class when we held our class party “Autumn Harvest” in November. The money-making projects of this year included selling Christmas cards and magazines subscriptions. The Junior class was in charge of the Christmas assembly which included a portrayal of the Nativity and a humorous skit, “Reindeer on the Rooftop.” In February we held the annual class play, which was a murder mystery, “The Cat and the Canary”. Then came the highlight of our Junior year, the prom, “Stairway to the Stars,” featuring Jimmy Dunn’s orchestra. In September we became Seniors and our advisors, Mr. Christie and Mr. Hoffman, helped us in many ways. With Washington in mind, we made plans for our final year. We had our play, “A Man Called Peter,” in November. Other projects of the year included refreshment stands at football and basketball games, selling Christmas cards, and the Homecoming Dance. In the spring of 1956 we realized our dreams. Visiting Washington, D. C. is a memory we shall never forget. Then Baccalaureate and Commencement ended our high school career. But we shall always remember our class, the class of 1956. 14 SENIORS ADAMS, CAROL ANDERSON, VEVA Neat—Always seen with Joyce —Aims to be a History Teacher. Hi-Times 4, Treasurer 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Mer Hi 4; Dramatics Club 4; Business Ed. Club 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 4; Gym Exhibition 2; Sr. High Chorus 2, 3, 4; Pep Club 2; Usher 3, 4; Candle-bearer 3; Receptionist 3. BARTHOLOMEW, IRA Rather shy—husky build—likes gym class Football 1, 2, 3; Track 2; A.A. 1. 2, 3. BIROS, STEVE Plays football — Works on his Dad’s farm—Always has time for a joke. F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 4; Model Club 1; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. President of our class—Always lending a helping hand—Her aim is to lx a teacher. Mer Hi 1, 2, 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 2; Gym Exhibition2, 3; Sr. Play 4 Usher 3; Class Treasurer 2; Class President 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. BECKER, BARBARA Has a sweet smile — Dainty — Plans to be a nurse. Senior Tri Hi Y 1, 2„ 3, 4; Dance Band 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 2, 3; President 3; Triple Trio 4; Usher 3; Girls Chorus 2. 3; A.A. 1, 2. 3. . BOBANICK, JEAN ANN Very studious — Very witty — Aims to lx a nurse. Mer Hi 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 1, 2, 3; Dramatics Club 3; Sr. High Chorus 1, 2, 3; Triple Trio 4; Candlebearer 3; Ways and Means Committee 2; A.A. 1, 2. 3, 4. BBAZEL, GENE L. Quiet—Good football player— Nice disposition. Senior Hi Y 1, 2, 3, 4; President 3; Varsity M 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 1; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Usher 3; Ways and Means Committee 2, 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. BROWN, LENORE Always has a good word for everyone—Wonderful sense of humor—Very nice personality. Dramatics Club 2, 3; Business Ed. Club 2, 3; Sr. High Chorus 1, 2, 3; Usher 3; Candlebearer 3; Office Practice 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. BROWN, JAMES Jokes with everyone — Likes Mercurys—A good roller skater. F.F.A. 3, 4; Band 1, 2; Orchestra 2; Dance Band 1, 2; Model Club 1; A.A. 1, 2. CAMPBELL, JOYCE Known as Hot Rod—Likes to go skating—Shops at Bowmans. Hi Times 2. 3, 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 1, 2, 8; Dramatics Club 3, 4; Business Ed. Club 2, 3, 4; Candlebearer 3; Usher 3, 4; Pep Club 2; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. 15 CATHCART, SHIRLEY JEAN Takes the Business Course— Rather quiet — Friendly with everyone. Nler Hi 4; Business Ed. Club 2, 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus L 2; Candlebearer 3; Pep Club 2; Office Practice 3; A A. 1,2, 3, 4. CLAYTON, THOMAS N. Good in sports—Tall—Shy and easy going. Varsity M 2, 3, 4; Vice President 3; Band 1, 2; Football 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Usher 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. DILLON, BARBARA JEAN Quiet and shy — An academic student. Hi Times 3, 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 1; Sr High Chorus 1, 2; Gym Exhibition 3; Usher 3; Pep Club 2; Receptionist 2, 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. CHISHOLM, JOAN CAROL Our queen of football—Clever sewer—Nice clothes. F.H.A. 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 3, Vice President 4; Sr. High Chorus 3. Treasurer 3; Jr. Play 3; Candlebearer 3; Pep Club 2; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Homecoming Queen; Girls’ Ensemble 3, 4. D’ANGIO, DAVID Always on the go—Brown eyes, dark hair—Likes to joke. Senior Hi Y 1. 2; Sr. High Chorus 1; Football 1; Basketball 1, 2. 3, 4; Usher 3; Model Club 1; Ways and Means Committee 3; Assembly Committee 2; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Class President 1. EALY, HAROLD A tall basketball star—Voc-Ag student—Friendly. Track 2, 3, 4; Senior Hi Y 2, 3, 4, Vice President 3; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Varsity M 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3. 4; Candlebearer 3. ELLIS, ALICE ELIZABETH Friendly—Tries hard—Always on hand with a good word. F.H.A. 2, 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 2; Office Practice 3; Receptionist 3; Assembly Committee 2, 3. ENGLISH, ANN Quiet and shy—Gay—Earnest —Good worker. Senior High Chorus 2; F.H.A. 2. 3; Dramatics Club 3; Audio Visual Aids Z+ Sr. High Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Office Practice 2; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. EMERY, JAMES Usually seen driving a Ford— Never very serious—blond hair. Senior Hi Y 1, 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 3, 4; Athletic Manager 2, 3, 4; Band 1; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 1; Candlelx arer 3 FLICKINGER, PEGGY Likes basketball players—Our snappy majorette—Very friendly- Hi Times 3, 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 2, 3; Dramatics Club 3, 4; Business Ed. Club 2. 3, 4; Majorette 1, 2, 3, 4; Candlebearer 3; Pep Club 2; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. 16 GRIMM, JEAN Peaches and cream complexion —Hates to get up in the morning. Hi Times 2, 3, 4; Mer Hi 4; Sr. Tri Hi Y 1, 2, 3, Vice President I; Dramatics Club 3, 4; Business Ed. Club 2. 3, 4, Secretary 4; Usher 3; Gym Exhibition 3; Candlebearer 3; Pep Club 2; Ways and Means 1; Office Practice 3. HAWK, GERALDINE A whiz in P.O.D.—Seems to get around—A riot in a crowd. Senior Tri Hi Y 1; Senior High Chorus 3; Usher 3; Office Prac tice 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. HEASLEY, WILLARD Always jokes with everyone— Has curly hair—Stage Manager. Stage Manager 2, 3, 4; Gym Exhibition £, 3; Dramatics Club 4; A.A. 3, 4. HOGUE, DELORES AUDINE Petite and sweet—Likes to tour colleges—Dislikes homework. Hi Times 2, 3, 4; A.A. I, 2, 3, 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 1, 2; Dramatics Club 2, 3. 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3; Dance Band 2, 3; Sr. High Chorus 1; Gym Exhibition 2, 3; Jr. Play 3; Sr. Play 4; Girls Chorus 1, 2, 4; Candlebearer 3. HOGUE, JOHN Quiet in school—Pretty eyes— Takes general course. Stage Crew 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. HUMPHREY, CHARLOTTE MAXINE Likes to play the piano—Quiet —Good student. F.ll.A. 3; Sr. High Chorus 1, 2, 3; Triple Trio 3, 4; Sr. Play 4; A.A. 4. HOLLIDAY, JUDITH Friendly — Dramatic ability — Class Treasurer — Plays the piano. Mer Hi 2, 3. 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 2, President 3; Orchestra 1, 2; Dance Band 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 3, 3, 4; Girls Chorus 1; Dist Band 2, 3, 4; State Band 3; Gym Exhibition 2, 3, 4; Jr. Class Play 3; Sr. Play 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Receptionist 3. 4; Class Treasurer 3, 4. IRWIN, ANNA MAE Home Ec. student—Likes to go skating—Good natured. F.H.A. 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 4; Sr. High Chorus 3, 4; Pep Club 2; A A. 1, 2, 4. JACKSON, ETHEL LUCILLE A lot of fun—Good worker— Plans to be a secretary. Hi Times 4; Mer Hi 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 2, 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Gym Exhibition 2: Candlebearer 3; Pep Club 2; Girls Chorus 2; Office Practice 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. JAMESON, MARLENE Likes Home Ec. class—Friendly—Pet peeve—English. Senior Tri Hi Y 2; F.H.A. 2, 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 4; Pep Club 2; A.A. 1, 2, 4; Receptionist 3. 17 JEWELL, JOHN WILLIAM Nice personality — Likes to dance—Well mannered. Senior Ili Y 2, 3. 4; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 1, 2; Usher 3; A.A 1, 2, 3, 4. KEMP, KAY A well dressed, nice mannered girl— Good worker—Well liked. Hi Times 2, 3, 4; Business Manager 3, 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 1, 2, 3, 4. Secretary 3; Gym Exhibition 2. 3; Usher 3; Candlebear-er 3; Girls Chorus 2; Ways and Means Committee 3; A.A. 1, 2. 3, 4, Secretary 4. JUNKIN, MICHAEL Well liked by all — Football manager—Drives a green Ford. Audio Visual Aids 1, 2, 3; Athletic Manager 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 1; Usher 3; Ways and Means Committee 4; Candle-bearer 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. KING, DAVID Nice personality — B a sk e t b a 11 player—Sports minded. Senior Hi Y 1, 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 1, 2; Football 1, 2, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Usher 3; Ways and Means Committee 2, 3. KING, NORMAN Athletic — Football Co-Captain —Well groomed. Varsity M 2, 3, 4; President 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; A.A. 1. 2, 3, 4. Vice President 4; Jr. Play 3; Candle-bearer 3; Class Vice President 1, 4. KNAUFF, MARY ALBERTA Short — Good student — Works in the office—Entertaining Mer Hi 4; Business Ed. Club 2, 3, 4; Office Practice 3, 4; Candlebearer 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. KNOWLTON, CARLTON Manager— Keeps statistics—A good dancer—Likes to disagree. Mer Hi 2, 3, 4, Sports Editor; Senior Hi Y 2, 3, 4, Chaplain 3, 4; Varsity M 2, 3, 4; Athletic Manager 2, 3, 4; Dance Band 3; Sr. High Chorus 1. 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2; Usher 3; Dist. Chorus 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. LIZZIE, ROBERT PAUL Drives a pink and black car— On stage crew—Likes to dance. Stage Crew 2, 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Hi Y 3, 4; Audio Visual Aids 2, 3; Dramatics Club 4; Sr. High Chorus 4; Jr. Play 3. 18 LITTLE, FRANCES IRENE Very shy and quiet — A good student—Willing worker. Senior Tri Hi Y 1, 2, 3, 4; Dramatics Club 4; Sr. High Chorus 2, 3; Sr. Play 4; Candlebearer 3; Pep Club 2; Girls Chorus 2; Receptionist 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. LURTZ, CLARA KATHERINE Very quiet — Never seems to be disturbed—Always does her work. MAGARGEE, BRYDA Good Home Ec. student—Likes skating—Plans to he a housewife. F.H.A. 2, 3, 4, President 3; Pep Club 2; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. MAGARGEE, DORIS ANN Always tries — Plans to l c a fashion designer—Likes art. Mer Hi 3, 4; F.H.A. 3, 4; Library Cadet 1; Dramatics Club 3; Pep Club £•; Receptionist 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3. MAGARGEE, HARRY Plays trumpet—Good in Math— Likes track and photography. Varsity M 3, 4; Band 1, 2; Sr. High Chorus 4; Candlebearer 3; Model Club 1; A A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 2, 3, Manager 4; Science Club 4. MARIACHER, HARVEY F. Short — A good football and track star—Always with Norm. Senior Hi Y 2, 3, 4; Varsity M 2, 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 4; Track 1, 2. MAGARGEE, SANDRA Plans to be a teacher — Plays the flute in the band — Likes sports. Library Cadet 1; Band 2, 3, 4; Gym Exhibition 3; Receptionist 4; A.A. 1. 2, 3, 4. MATTHEWS, ALAN LEE Plans to be a Minister—Remembered in Junior and Senior Plays —Band. Library Cadet 1; Band 4; Dance Band 3; Sr. High Chorus 3, 4; Jr. Play 3; Sr. Play 4; Dist. Chorus 1, 2; President Sr. High Chorus 4; Dramatics Club 4; Wavs and Means Committee 3; A.A. 4. MAYNE, CAROL L. Editor of Mer Hi—Very witty -Likes Typing—Always busy. Hi Times 2. 3; Mer Hi 2, 3, 4, Editor 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 3; Business Ed. Club 2, 3, 4; Triple Trio 4; Gym Exhibition £; Usher 3; Ways and Means Committee 2; Office Practice 3. 4; Receptionist 2; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. McCurdy, ida louise Home Ec. student — Hopes to cook for the Air Force. F.H.A. 2, 3. 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 3; Dramatics Club 3, 4; Audio Visual Aids 3; Sr. High Chorus 3: Office Practice 3; Receptionist 4. McConnell, diane Plays piano—Jesse in the Senior Play—-Good leader. Hi Times 2; Dramatics Club 2; Orchestra 3; Dance Band 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 2. 3, 4; Triple 'I rio 1, 2, 3, 4; Sr. Play 4; Gym Exhibition 2, 3; Girls Chorus 1, 2; Dist. Chonis 3, 4; Ways and Means Committee 2, 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Secretary 4. McDowell, coreita Business student — Good in shorthand, but prefers long hand in letters. Mer Hi 4; Business Ed. Club 2, 3, 4, President 4; Candlebearer 3; Office Practice 3, 4; A A. 1, 2, 3, 4. 19 McDowell, Ralph w. Likes to ask scientific questions —Shy—Low voice. F.F.A. 1, 2i, 3, 4; Audio Visual Aid 2, 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. MOUNT, RAYMOND W. Good in sports—Student Council President—Good student. Gym Exhibition 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Ways and Means Committee 3; Student Council President 4; Football 1, 2, 4; Usher 4; Varsity M 4; Class Treasurer 1. McGEE, HAZEL M. Always cracking jokes — Likes all teachers—Good in basketball. Mer Hi 4; Dramatics Club 2; Business Ed. Club 2, 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 1; Pep Club 2; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. PARNELL, SUE Transfer from Coudersport — Pretty hair—Nice personality. Mer Hi 4; Business Ed. Club 4; A.A. 4; Transferred from Coudersport 4. PERRINE, JAMES M. Projectionist at the show—Actor —Always busy. Jr. Play 3; Sr. Play 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Science Club 4. PETERS, LINDA Peppy cheer 1 eade r — Sports minded—Math whiz. Class Secretary 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 1, 2, 3, 4; Library Cadet 1; Pep Club 2; Gym Exhibition 2, 3: Cheer-leading 2, 3, 4; Usher 3; Girls Chorus 1; Ways and Means Committee 2, 3. REISER, RONALD Good dancer—Well liked by all —Likes track. Track 1. 2. 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3. 4; Gym Exhibition 1, 2; Football 2. PETERS, DENNIS A Vocational Ag. boy—Lots of fun — Nickname Dennis the Menace. F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3 4; Gym Exhibition 2; Football 2 REEHER, RICHARD Stage Crew—Usually with Jim —Works at the show. Gym Exhibition 1; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Stage Crew 3, 4. RICHARDSOM, FRANCES Attendant to The Queen—Nicely dressed—Cheerleader. A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Secretary 3; Class Secretary 2; Senior Tri Hi Y 1, 2, 3, 4; Library Cadet 1; Usher 3; Gvm Exhibition 2, 3; Jr. Play 3; Sr. Play 4; Pep Club 2; Cheerleader 1, 2, 3, 4; Homecoming Attendant 4. 20 RICHARDSON, VIRGINIA Quiet—Usually with Lcnore— Helps Mr. Taylor. A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 1. 3; Sr. High Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Gym Exhibition 2; Candlebcar-er 3; Pep Club 2; Receptionist 3. SAUNDERS, DONALD Always on the go—Likes sports —Willing to help. Athletic Manager 4; Band 1, 2; Orchestra 1. 2; Dance Band £; Football 1; Candle bearer 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Varsity M 4; Track 1. SHANNON, STANLEY Likes sports — Nice sinile — Called “Stosh.” F.F.A. 2, 3, 4; Varsity M 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2. 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Candle-bearer 3. RUDOLPH, ROBERT Lots of fun—Was murdered in the Jr. Play—Stage crew. Senior Hi Y 1, 2; Dramatics Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Audio Visual Aids 1, 2, 3; Band 2; Gym Exhibition 3, 4; Jr. Play 3; Sr. Play 4; A.A. 3, 4; Stage Crew 2, 3, 4; Assembly Committee 4. SHAFFER, PRISCILLA Good leader—Good in sports— Friendly to everyone. Mer Hi 4; Business Ed. Club 3; Sr. High Chorus 1, 2, 3. 4, Secretary 4; Triple Trio 3, 4; Gym Exhibition 3; Pep Club 2; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 4. SHORT, JOHN Humorous — Plays football — Transfer from Hickory. Football 4: A.A. 4; Science Club 4; Varsity N1 4. SMITH, CHARLES Flashy redhead—Musical talent —Fcxitball player—Witty. Dramatics Club 2. 3, 4, President; Audio Visual Aids 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4. Vice President 3; Football 1, 2. 3, 4; Varsity M 3, 4; Gym Exhibition 1, 2, 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2. 3, 4. SNYDER, PHYLLIS A business student — Likes to dance—Likes Cadillacs. A.A. 1, 2. 3, 4; Mer Hi 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 3, 4; Business Ed. Club 2, 3, 4; Gym Exhibition 2, 3; Candlebearer 3; Office Practice 3, 4. SNYDER, ARLENE Shortest in the class—Belongs to the Plaidettes—Majorette. A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; F.H.A. 3, 4, Secretary 3; Majorette 1, 2, 3, 4; Candlebearer 3. SPINDLER, ANN Quiet — Good office worker — Friendly—Engaged. Business Ed. Club 2, 3; Sr. High Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Candlebearer 3; Pep Club 2; Girls Chorus 2, 4; Office Practice 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; F.H.A. 4. 21 SPROAT, ROBERT Football and basketball player —Good leader and student. Class Secretary 1; Class President 2; A.A. 1, £, 3, 4; Varsity 1 2, 3, 4; A.A. President 4; Sr. High Chorus 3, 4; Dance Band 3, 4; Football 1, 2. 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2. 3 4; Track 1, 2. 4. Student Council 4. STROSSER. LAWRENCE Good worker — A farm boy — Whiz in P.O D. A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. TAIT, NANCY E. Friendly — Nice personality — Pretty hair. Hi Times 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 1, 2; A.A. 1, 2, 3. 4; F.H.A. 3, 4, Vice President 3, President 4; Library Cadet 4; Sr High Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Triple Trio 3, 4; Orchestra 1; Sr. Play 4; Pep Club 2. STAMBAUGII, MARY WYNN Quiet—Nice personality—Office worker. A.A. 1, 2, 3. 4; F.H.A. 2, 3; Dramatics Club 4; Business Ed. Club 2. 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 1, 3; Candlebearer 3; Office Practice 3, 4. SWOPE, CAROLE Plans to be a nurse — Never lacks friends—Neatly dressed. A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 1; Dramatics Club 1, 2; Sr. High Chorus 1. 2, 3; Triple Trio 1, 2, 3, 4; Gym Exhibition 2, 3; Usher 3; Pejp Club 2; Girls Chonis 1, 2, 3; Dist. Chorus 4; Receptionist 4. TAYLOR, JANICE MARIE Good natured—Likes to go roller skating at Hadley—“Dodges.” Hi Times 2, 3; Dramatics Club 2; Business Ed. Club 3; Library Club 2; Sr. High Chorus 2, 3. 4; Triple Trio 1, 2, 3, 4; Girls Cho-ms 1, 2, 3, 4; Dist. Chorus 3, 4; Sr. Play 4; Office Practice 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3. TAYLOR, MARY JANE Quiet — Aim is Union Twp.— Has a nice voice. Nler Hi 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 2; Dramatics Club 2; Business Ed. Club £ , 4; Sr. High Chorus 4; Triple Trio 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. TESII, WILLIAM F. Jolly—Well mannered and neat —Liked by all. Senior Hi Y 3, 4; F.F A. 1, 2, 3, 4, .President 3, 4; State Champs Parliamentary Procedure Team 2; Sr. High Chorus 3, 4; Gym Exhibition 1, 2, 3, 4; Sr. Play 4; Usher 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. THOMPSON, BARBARA I. Quiet—Likes to read—Has blue eyes—Blushes. A.A. 1. 2, 3, 4; Senior Tri Hi Y F.H.A. 3, 4; Dramatics Club 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 3; Can-oiebearer 3; Pep Club 2; Receptionist 4. THOMPSON, DONALD Qu iet — Reserved — Drives a green Ford—“Hose’s” friend. Senior Hi Y 2, 3, 4, Vice President 4; Audio Visual Aids 2; Gym Exhibition 1; Football 2; Science Club 4. 22 THOMPSON, WILLIAM DAVID Short — Musician—Likes to work on and own olci cars. Dramatics Club 2, 3, 4; Library Cadet 1; Athletic Manager 2; Sr. High Chorus 1, 3; Hand 2, 3, 4; Dance Band 3, 4; Orchestra 2; Jr. Play 3; Sr Play 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Candlebearer 3; Receptionist 1, 2; Dist. Band 3, 4; Science Club 4. VECHNAK, NANCY ALMA Has long hair—Plays clarinet— Nice personality. Senior Tri Hi Y 1: Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3; Sr. High Chorus 1. 3; District Chorus 3; A.A. 1, 2. 3, 4. TOMSON, KATHERYNE YVONNE Good student—Reserved—Likes school, library, and trombones. Hi Times 1. 2, 3; Mer Hi 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 1; Library Cadet 3, 4. President 4: Majorette 1, 2. 3; Usher 3; Candlebearer 3; Ways and Means Committee 3; A.A. L 2. 3, 4; Voice of Democracy Winner 4. VERNON, SANDRA JEAN An artist—Plays the trumpet— Has a pleasing personality. A.A. 1, 2. 3. 4: Mer Hi 4; Dramatics Club 3. 4; Business Ed. Club 3, 4: Band 1. 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 2. 3, 4; Triple Trio 3, 4; Girls Chorus £: Dist. Chorus 3; Office Practice 4: Receptionist 4 VOGAN, LINDA JANE Queen’s attendant—Very good student — Always looks attractive. Hi Times 3; Mer Hi 1; Dramatics Club 1; Library Cadets 1; Gym Exhibition 3; Audio Visual Aids 1; Usher 3; Ways and Means Committee 3; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Attendant to Homecoming Queen 4. WATSON, ROBERT LAWRENCE Rather quiet—Trombone player —Good helper—Works at Murphy’s. A.A. L 2, 3 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Dance Band 3, 4; Sr. High Cho-ris L 2; Usher 3. WHITE, LOUISE I lead cheerleader — Good student—Likes people and Chemistry class. Hi Times 2, 3, 4, Editor 4; Sr. T : Hi Y 1 2, 3, 4; Chaplain 1, 2, Secretary 4; Dramatics Club 2, 3; Library Cadets 1, Pres. 1; Gym Exhibition 2, 3; Wavs and Means Committee 1, 2. 4; Assembly Committee £, 3; Girls Chorus 1, 2: Pop Club 2; |r Play 3; Sr. Play 4; Cheerleader 1, 2, 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4 Treasurer 4; Class Vice President 3. WANSOR, HARRY Good dancer—Witty remarks— Broad smile—Good in Gym. Dramatics Club 1; Football 2; Track 3; Model Club 1; Audio Visual Aids 2, 3; Candlebearer 3; Hi Y 1 2, 3, 4; Gym Exhibition 1, 2, 3, 4; Stage Crew 3; Sr. High Chorus 1, 4. WELCH, RICHARD C. Nice personality — Should get ahead—Blushes. Band 3; Basketball 3, 4; Can-dlebearer 3; Student Council 4; Assembly Committee 4; A.A. 3, 4. WIERCINSKI, ALFONS B. Takes his time—Good in Chemistry Lab—Has a sense of humor. F.F.A. 1, 2; A.A. 1, 2, 3. 4. 23 WILSON, JAMES F. Fast driver—Center on the football team—Comical. Audio Visual Aids 1; Varsity M 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. WINGER, CAROL Tall — Blonde hair — Likes to ride in Mercurys. Hi Times 3; Senior Tri Hi Y 2, 3; Dramatics Club 3; Business Ed. Club 2, 3, 4; Sr. High Chorus 2, 3; A.A 1,2 3, 4; Candle-bearer 3; Pep Club 2; Office Practice 3, 4. WINKLEVOSS, GAIL LOUISE Head majorette—Always carrying a stack of books—Good ideas. Hi-Times 3; Mer Hi 4; Senior Tri Hi Y 3, 4, Chaplain 4; Dramatics Club 2, 3; Majorette 1, 2, 3, 4; Head Majorette 2, 3, 4; Gym Exhibition 2; Candlebearer 3; Pep Club 2; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Sr. Play 4; Usher 3. WOODS, DOROTHY Small—A card in gym class— Likes Sandy Lake. Senior Tri Hi Y 1; Business Ed. Club 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2; Candle-bearer 3; Office Practice 3, 4; A.A. 1. 2, 3, 4. WOODS, WAYNE Likes to tease—Sports minded —Good in basketball. F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Varsity M 4; Gym Exhibition 2, 3. WORLEY, JOHN II. F.F.A boy—Has a good speaking voice—Plays in band. F.F.A. 2, 3, 4; Audio Visual Aids 3; Band 1, 2. 3, 4; Football £; Dist. Band 2, 4; Model Club 1, A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. y: YOHO, ROBERT L. One of the stage crew—Friendly—Likes to tease—“Slim.” Stage Crew 3, 4; Dramatics Club 1, 2, 3, 4; A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. 24 UNDERCLASSMEN 25 JUNIORS OFFICERS AND ADVISOR Seated: J. Miller, Vice-President; C. Hynniman, President Standing: D. Brandt, Secretary; D. Miller, Treasurer; Mrs. Walker The Junior Class under the guidance of the two advisors, Mrs. Walker and Mr. Meckley, had a very busy year. The money making projects included Christmas card sales, magazine sales, the Junior Class Play “State Fair,” and the Class Party “Autumn Leaves”. The high-light of the year was the Junior-Senior Prom “Splendor Beneath the Seas”. First Row: It. Wilson, G. Humes, H. Wylie, D. Winder, S. Means, P. Hayes. Second Row: S. Swartz, D. Brandt, L. Zuschlag, A. Vogan, W. Shaffer, H. Phillips, W. Mowry. Third Row: D. Miller, A. Stambaugh, M. Amos, C. Niggel, R. Spieher, M. Kutcher, E. McDonnell. Fourth Row: B. Thompson, D. Snyder, B. McQuiston, J. Shaw, G. Lees, C. Reeher, J. Miller. How 1: J. Becker, J. Amon, K. Hostetter, V. Filer, C. Iiodge, S. Catterson. Row 2: R. Hinkson, W. Hemiandorfer, L. Courtney, C. McCullough, S. Galbreath, D. Bardelcik, B Oakes. Row 3: T. Rodgers, S. Rains, R. Luba, W. Kemm, J. Milliren. R. Black. Row 4: I). Bestwick, J. Anthony, W. Horner, C. Rupert, C Bowen, J. Rucker, C. Phipps. Row 1: A. McCoy, I). Bcringer, S. Winger, N. Jewell, M. Grasinger, C. Riggs, A. Myers. Row 2: K. McCourt, N. Kolbrick, S. Carter, J. Parnell, I). Randlett, P. Brocious, M Calhoun, L. Davis. Row 3: R. Orr, M. Bancroft, A. Bindley, C. Weaver, P. Thompson, J. Struble, R. Moon. Row 4: R. Ramsey, M. VanWoert, R Amsler, T. Maw, W. Harrison, D. Davis, J. Jackal, C. Hynniman. Front Row—G. Buxton, M. J. Swanson, C. Winner, V. Lytle, M. Ulx r, R. O’Shany, M. McClellan, C. Anderson. Second Row—M. Morrison, G. Short, A. Schiestle, M. McGhee, J. Best, II. Michaels, I). Edebum, M. Phillips, C. Knoblock. Third Row—1. Whitlatch, A. Stambaugh, C. Magargee, R. Worley, R. Perschka, R. Haag, L. Carrier, B. Hughes. Top Row—Mr. S alinski. R. Krafcheck, I). Wiercinski, S. Finney, W. Heckathorn, W. Shaffer, R. Buchanan, II. Smith, I). Warner. Front Row—R. Grimm, M. Hammond, P. Wilson, M. Wendell, E. Barber, L. Phillips, L. Barnes, R. Yarian, L. burey. Second Row—L. Esmond, R. Rudolph, W. Seger, S. Baker, S. Shreffler. R. Mortland. B. Long, A. Winder, J. Woods, I). Adams. Third Row-L. Calhoun. G. Carlson, W. Snyder. W. Wimer. 1). Sykes, W. Urey, F. Mackey, D. Crawshaw, F. Deramo. Top Row-J. Bennington, W. Reeher, H. Rodgers, C. Diefenderfer, I. Stewart, 11. Glessner, R. Snyder, S. Palmer. M. McMillen, S. Shannon. Front Row-P. Baer. R. Guarnieri, B. Campbell, P. Reecher, M. Peters, G. Wagner, E. Byers, J. Jaillet, I). Perschka. Second Row—F. Thompson, M. Lurtz, J. Matthews, B. Lytle , T. Dulaney, A. Dollman, C. Dunlap, B. Axe, S. Bindley. Third Row—W. Little, W. Shields, P Miller. J. Miller, J. Warner, I. Teets, W. Flannery, 1). Boak. Top Row-J. Campbell, G. Stewart, G. Barber, L. Davis, M. B. Finlavson, N. Bush, D. Haag, E. Delgross T Thompson. First How—J. Peterson, I). King, K. Strosser, W. Thompson, S. Reznor, . Heznor, W. Lydick, W. Sheen, E. McClellan, R. Barber, K. Webb. Second Row—R. Proctor, G. Jaekel, M. Vogan, J. Hogue, M. McCloskey, J. Hodge, A. Santell, J. Swartz, A. McNeish, C. D’Angio, J. Forrester, C. Moore. Third Row—J. Diefenderfcr, E. Stafford, I. Searsy, J. Borkovich, •M. Campbell, S. Reiser, J. Stewart, M. Gotch, C. Moose, and J. Karr. Fourth Row—L. Black, L. Magargee, W. Harton, W. Campbell, R. Heasley, J. Jordon, J. Patterson, D. Ramsey, B. Carlson, S. Ringer, F. Ruhlman. First Row—E. Coast, B. Turner, A. Byers, E. Brocklehurst, B. Nelson, P. Zahniser, P. Teets, S. Winner, L. Taylor. Second Row—H. Saxon, M. Fithian, B. Black, J. Ingraham, S. Kopta, J. Jordon, S. Armstrong, G. Shaffer, R. Osborne, W. Gawne. Third Row—Mr. McClure, 1). Swcetapple, L. Coulter, J. Albert. N. King, C. Ryder, Y. Shaw, J. Bolinger, P. Stinednrf, B. Lyth. Fourth Row—J. Urey, A. Persch, P. Christy, J. D’Angio, W. Wilson. C. Caldwell, A. Anderson, H. Michaels, 1). McGhee, 1). Thompson. First Row—I). Carlson, J. Lewis, B. Heckathom, J. Henry, M. Hardisky, S. Hayman, S. Kuhn, 1). Swingle, R. Dalton, I). Peters, L. Redmond. Second Row—Mr. Smith, C. Hinkson, D. Hoffman, P. Junkin, C. Luba, B. King, S. Thompson, B. Vance, L. Knowlton, I). Seger, 1). Buxton. Third Row—I). Adams, B. Schodlatz, J. Kristyak, B. Finney. K. Dixon, I). Acton, J. Adams, P. Drake, B. Giebner, I). Gill, M. Keefer. Fourth Row—J. Ammer, L. Herinan-clorfer, C. Boles, L. Heimburger, B. Esmond, R. Edebum, B. Clayton, B. McDowell, B. Thompson, K. Sewall, C. Nixon. F R E S H M E N 1st Row —J. Hovis, J. Wagner, C. Shaffer, A. Hogue, I). Catterson, S. Semple, 1. Guiler, S. Foster, R. Mureko. 2nd Row — W. Carter, E. Hennegan, R. McClelland, L. Carmichael, R. Edeburn, W. McCullough, D. Spicher, R. Geiwitz, M. Furey, J. Valler. 3rd Row — E. Hill, R. Cousins, M. Hedglin, J. Weston, J. Winklcvoss, S. Gregory, M. Welch, B. Chisholm, M. Shannon. 4th Row—H. Jackson, T. Shaffer, J. Phipps, J. Courtney, J. Jardine, W. Jaillet, L. Adams, E. Brown, R. Bucher, S. Hermandorfer. 5th Row — D. Ebcrle, P. Buckley, R. Snyder, F. McConnell, J. Crill, R. Carlson, R. Beich, P. Davis, K. Finlayson, R. Schaffer. 1st Row — W. Inman, T. Bartholomew, J. Campbell, W. Barnes, B. Williams, S. Bielobockie, S. Thompson, R. Black. 2nd Row — J. Wiercinski, M. Uber, M. Douds, J. McCutcheon, D. McCartney, J. Cathcart, B. Ealey, J. Anderson, M. Knoblock. 3rd Row — M. Trowbridge,, M. Dunn, C Thorpe, F. Soos, G. Jewell, T. Crawshaw, J. Brown, K. Kloos. 4th Row — J. Ringer, D. Anderson, T.Bowman, D. Paden, J. Winder, E. McEwen, D. Allen, C. Anderson, R. Zahniser. 5th Row — M. Robinson, R. Krafcheck, G. McGrath, T. Reeher, W. Cramer, W. Kelly. 1st Row — X. Barber, K. Saxon, L. Warner, D. Yoho, G. Urey, D. Yarian, W. Vance, C. Livermore, G. Red-foot. 2nd Row — D. Palmer, K. Doherty, F. North, F. Veehnak, G Sines, S. Miller, S. Shreffler, B. Means, J. Matthews, L. Ringer. 3rd Row—D. Fetterhoff, D. Lees, E. Weaver, C. Langdon, G. Swartz, D. Sykes, G. Magargee, E. Sines, P. Rodemoyer. 4th Row — M. Schaffer, M. Esmond N. McMillen, P. Turner, P. Woo is, S. Wright, G. Kruck, M. Kutcher, M. Palmer, J. McCourt, J. Alderson. 5th Row — R. Anion. G. McCIeary, I. Whyte, C. Swartz, W. Black, R. Harton, E. Schaffer, H. Davis, J. Struble, J. Mannozzi. Fi:st Row—Mr. Vines, B. Parnell, L. Aubel, S. Wright, M. Thorn, C. Griffiths, J. Guamieri, M. Wendell, M. Reznor, L. Keeley. Second Row—J. Jackal, F. Wiercinski, R. Winger, M. Persch, S. Swingle, S. Young, L. Seger, M. Scheidhauer, H. Somerville, W. Riggs. Third Row—B. Wlodarski, J. Keefer, B. Miller, J. Hinkson, L. Taylor, F. Winner, T. Valler, J. Hall, |. Push nick. Fourth Row—G. Van Woert, W. Zigo, H. Winklevoss, J. Simmers, W. Patterson, C. Karr, M. Tait, L. Acton, J. Jewell, G. Swart .. Fifth Row—P. Sailor, P. Vogan, J. Rahold. J. Urey, L. Ringer, J. Rudolph, R. Thompson, 1). Urey, D. Harton. First Row— G. Starkey, L. Cathcart, S. Miller, W. King, E. Peters, L. Thompson, A. Ralston, C. Baker. L. Breauchy. Second Row—H. Ryder, S. Rodgers, K. Mowry, G. Mount, O. Wimer, M. Van Horn, P. Bierce, G. Ubcr, T. Shaw, P. Rodgers, I). Hall. Third Row—J. Keely, W. Miller, G. Cotton, G. Masters, R. Proctor, R. Murdock, A. Blaire, M. Phillips, J. Guest, J. Rodgers. Fourth Row—T. Haag. S. Miller, Q. Miller, L. Oris, I). Patterson, J. Breese, C. Parker, P. Armstrong, S. Moore, T. Swartz. First Row—G. Brown, R. Dennis, W. Ferrence, S. Crawford, J. King, E. Buchanan, R. Dixon, P. Kyle, C. Butler. Second Row—Mrs. McCarl, J. Campbell, R. Jackal, R. Sproat, T. Del-gros, C. Edeburn, C. Hoovler, P. Axe, J. Filer. Third Row—R. McConnell, L. Hynniman, E. Gillingham, M. Fedorchak, J. Heckathom, D. Wagner, D. Buxton, K. Glessner. Fourth Row— G. Deiger.C. Metelsky, L. Oakes, L. Kopta, I). Schodlatz. R. McClelland. T. Gillingham, L. Cooper, D. Melon. Fifth Row—J. Baer, G. Diefenderfer, M. Hammond, V. Bestwick, S. McCartney, J. Durisko S. Harton, R. Evans, J. Krafcheck. 31 Just four boys. Gay Davis flexing his biceps. Purchasing lunch tickets. Scene from Highway 101. Mrs. Glenn’s Quiz Kids. Winners of the Book Title Contest. Future Rembrandts. Impatiently waiting for the late bus. 32 • %w v _«u V r X, .•% nr' • -w1 TP'b.e Klet 'ttv W1 H icUH tm i � «c n, t� Ux t. HWiw f w -■ Ttt. M - W Ul. W , « Wn Mi KHUI) V4.iV iKiVt W.te. «'� W • IW fMi Ok. !,_. - -- — •— «i .w _ , m tsvcsr - V,j Tw • ■ • « .w, W4k Vi VMi tMiftaM ti� � W� Mtl « IW I. •� VI, u � iV '•' w-.w« . m.r, Wv .■Z”. TT . ! - — - r-rr ---------- t?3 v3St-%, 'Mk, ntt 4 At I ' KktWtV . , � ,. MW , «% « -V tW. 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The staff heads included: Editor, Louise White; Assistant Editor, Albion Bindlv; Senior Editor, Audine Hogue; Sports Editor, Nick Kolbrick; Copy Editor, Virginia Filer; Feature Editor, Barbara Dillon; Business Manager, Kay Kemp; and Treasurer, Carol Adams. 34 MER- HI 1st Row: S. Vernon, P. Snyder, P. Thompson, M. Magee, I. Grimm, P. Flickinger, P. Shaffer, M. J. Taylor. 2nd Row: Mr. Christie, S. Galbreath, L. Courtney, C. McCullough, C. Mayne, J. Holliday, S. Parnell, E. Jack-son, C. Adams, C. McDowell, J. Bobanic, Mrs. Hoovler. 3rd Row: C. Knowl-ton, V. Filer, C. Hodge, J. Campbell, J. Amon, M. McClellan, S. Cath-cart, M. Knauff, J. Jordan, V. Anderson. The Mer-Hi, which is published bimonthly, is the school paper of Mercer High School. The paper contains all social activities, sports, a gossip column, and numerous feature articles. The staff is to be congratulated along with their advisors, Mrs. Hoovler, business advisor, and Mr. Christie, the editorial advisor. 35 SENIOR Hl-Y First Row: M. Bancroft, C. Knowlton, D. Thompson, J. Emery, K. McCourt, J. Millircn. Second Row: G. Brazel, R. Lizzie, J. Jewell, D. King, H. Ealy, R. Orr, H. Wansor, Mr. Koenig. Third Row: J. Jackal, A. Bindley, I). Davis, W. Tesh. A. McCoy, W. Hermandorfer. The purpose of the Hi-Y is to create, maintain, and extend throughout the home, school, and community high standards of Christian character. The group was organized this year under the guidance of President, Robert King; Vice President. Donald Thompson; Secretary, Ken McCourt; Treasurer, James Emery; Chaplain, Carlton Knowlton; and advisor, Mr. Luke Koenig. The two annual projects for the club were their assembly and a square dance. 30 SENIOR TRI-HI-Y Under the able counciling of Mrs. Martha Walker, the Senior Tri-Hi-Y has lived up to its purpose, “To create, maintain, and extend, throughout the home, school and community, higher standards of Christian character”. The officers were President, Joanne Miller; Vice President, Carol McCullough; Secretary, Louise White; Treasurer, Judy Becker; Chaplain, Gail Winkle-voss; and Program Chairman, Sally Galbreath. First Row—K. Kemp, A. Vogan, L. White, G. Winklevoss, J. Becker, S. Galbreath, C. McCullough, J. Miller, G. Short. J. Stnihle. Second Row— M. B. Finlayson, M. Morrison, S. Shannon, M. Calhoun, L. Courtney, B. Oakes, B. Becker, S. Carter, M. Amos, N. Jewell, Mrs. Martha Walker. Third Row—C. Hodge, J. Amon, B. Campbell. T. Dulaney, B. Lytle, D. Beringer, F. Little, L. Peters, F. Richardson, P. Thompson. D. Brandt. 37 JUNIOR Hl-Y The Junior Hi-Y is an organization made up of boys in grades seven through nine. The main purpose of the organization is “To extend Christian fellowship to all boys.” They take on such projects as keeping the outside of the school clean, and sponsoring dances. The officers were President, Thomas Crawshaw; Vice President, John Peterson; Treasurer, William McCullough; Secretary, Richard Edeburn; Chaplain, Wayne King; Advisor, Mr. Samuel Marks. Front Row—J. Struble, J. Breese, J. Swartz, P. Rodgers, R. Webb, W. Sheen, W. Thompson, D. Hall. Second Row—Mr. Marks, R. Snyder, J. Courtney, J. Hovis, J. Crill, L. Adams, P. Buckley, D. Lees, E. Weaver, T. Crawshaw, 1). Anderson. Third Row—W. King, M. Thorn, R. Sproat, G. Masters, L. Cooper, R. McClelland, R. Edeburn, W. McCullough, L. Warner, T. Bartholomew, L. Hynniman, L. Thompson. 38 JUNIOR TRI-HI-Y The Junior Tri-Hi-Y is the favorite activity of many junior high girls. The officers for this year were President, Barbara King; Vice President, Dorothy Gill; Secretary, Jody McCourt; Treasurer, Marta Vogan; Chaplain, Dottie Swingle; and the advisor, Miss Isabel Furey. The main project of the year is the ingathering for the Children’s Home. Sitting: M. Vogan, P. Woods, R. Osborne, B. Black, J. Alderson, O. J. Winter, M. Van Horn, J. Guest, B. King, S. Thompson. Second Row: D. Buxton, L. Oakes, K. Finlayson, K. Sewall, N. King, I. Searcy, P. Turner, N. VlcMillen, J. Stewart, G. Diefenderfer, L. Heimburger, J. Ingraham, J. Jordan, Miss Furey. Third Row: B. Nelson, B. Means, J. McCourt, L. Seger, S. Swingle, G. Redfoot, D. Swingle, P. Teets, B Vance, L. Ringer, L. Taylor, S. Thompson, E. L. Buchanan. 39 F. F. A. 1st row: Mr. Smith. 11. Luba, L. Strosser, J. Jewell, N. Rupert, S. Shannon, J. Worley, B. Iesh, H. Ealy, B. McQuiston, G. Humes, B, Horner, T. Rodgers. 2nd row: W. Woods, S. Biros, D. Peters, C. Carlson, J. .Nlilliren, B. Kemm, B. Finney, W. Wilson, J. Adams, W. Hermandorfer, B. Esmond, C. Bowen, L. Zuschlag, A. Stambaugh, R. Rudolph. 3rd row: J. Brown, H. Michaels, B. Shields, D. Wiercinski, Leo Esmond, E. Delgros, P. Christy, R. Worley, D. McGhee, B. Krafcheck, T. Thompson, B. Black, B. Snyder, A. Anderson, C. Diefenderfer, D. Boak, S. Finney. The Future Farmers of America is the national organization of, by, and for boys studying agriculture. The officers of the Mercer Chapter are President, Bill Tesh; Vice President, Lawrence Strosser; Secretary, Andrew Stambaugh; Treasurer, John Worley; Chaplain, Raymond Rudolph; Reporter, Harold Ealy; Sentinel, Wayne Woods. The advisor is Mr. Lloyd Smith. F. H. A. Seated: C Hodge, P. Thompson, B. Campbell, C. Weaver, K. Hostetter, I. McCurdy, A. Snyder, B. Thompson, B. L. Swanson, A. English. M. Grasinger. Standing: Miss Shaffer, D. Ma-gargee, S. Means, Y. Vechnak, N. Tait, A. Irwin, M. Jamison, B. Magargee, A. Dollman, J. Chisholm, C. Winner, A Myers, Mrs. Drake. Future Homemakers of America is a national club for girls who intend to be homemakers. With the help of Miss Shaffer, the organization held a Sadie Hawkins Dance, a pickle sale, a bake sale, and the annual Betty Crocker Homemaker’s Test. Officers were: President, Nancy Tait; Vice-President, Joan Chisholm; Secretary, Arlene Snyder; Treasurer, Anna Mae Irwin. DRAMATICS CLUB The Dramatics Club, which is supervised by Mr. Leroy Vines, gives to its members a better understanding of dramatics. The officers were President, Charles Smith; Vice President and Treasurer, Nancy Jewell; Secretary, Marjorie Morrison. 1st Row: C. Dunlap, L. Phillips, B. Axe, C. Smith, M. Morrison, N. Jewell, T. Dulaney, M. Lurtz, D. Buxton, P. Junkin, J. Campbell, M. McClelland. 2nd Row: Mr. Vines, R. Guamieri, S. Galbreath, M. McMillen, C. Adams, Y. Vecknak, M. Taylor, M. Stambaugh, A. English, P. Flickinger, B. Thompson, J. Grimm, G. Short, A. Schiestle, F. Little, J. Matthews, B. Oakes, D. Bardelcik, P. Thompson. 3rd Row: D. Snyder, G. Davis, R. Rudolph, E. McDonnell, R. Lizzie, R. Yoho, W. Thompson, W. Heasley. 4th Row: C. Hodge, J. Amon, K. Hostetter, D. Brandt, A. Hogue, S. Vernon, G. Wagner, M. Uber, M. Peters, S. Thompson, A. Dollman, H. McGhee, J- Becker, A. Vogan, L. Courtney, C. Weaver, M. Calhoun, C. McCullough, M. Magee, E. Heasley. 42 PATROL CLUB First Row: C. Jewell, I). Harton, 11. Davis, J. Courtney, T. Swartz—Lieutenant, T. Reeher—Captain, J. Mannozzi—Lieutenant, D. Padcn. Second Row: Mr. Brown, R. Mellon, W. Lydick, I). Sweetapple, W. Patterson, W. Breauchy, W. Zigo, B. Turner, L. Ilynniman. Third Row: L. Thompson, R. Murdock, R. Proctor, H. Sommcrville, C. Livermore, E. Peters, P. Rodgers, J. Campbell, L. Aubel. BUSINESS ED. CLUB First Row: G. Wagner, E. Jackson, C. Adams. J. Grimm, S. Parnell, G. McDowell. E. Heasley, H. McGhee, M. Taylor, M. McClellan. Second Row: Mrs. Hoovler, P. Flickinger. M. Kutcher, 1). Berringer, J. Struble, A. Scheistle, M. McMillen, D. Adams, P. Snyder, M. StamBaugh, P. Brocious. Third Row: M. Knauff, S. Cathcart, C. Winner, II. Phillips, G. Dunlap, L. Phillips, K. Hostetter, J. Campbell, C. Hodge, J. Parnell, P. Shaffer. 43 LIBRARY CADETS First Row: J. Stewart, G. Short, S. Thompson, Secretary; R. Yarian, Vice President; K. Tom-son, President; M. Keefer, P. Turner, M. Trowbridge, J. Matthews, B. Williams, M. Uber. Second Row: Mrs. Glenn, P. Baer, P. Wilson, M. Magee, N. Tait, M. Morrison, J. Becker, C. McCullough, S. Bindley, S. Shannon, B. Thompson, A. Schiestle, M. McMillen, M. Fin-layson, M. Bush, F. Ruhlman, M. Hammond. B. Long, K. Finlayson, S. Kopta, M. Campbell. Third Row: R. Guanieri, J. Amon, M. Uber, P. Woods, N. McMillen, P. Junkin, R. Cousins, M. Hedglin, M. Wendell, P. Reeher, M. Peters, J. Swartz, B. Nelson, J. Alderson, C. Luba, M. McClellan, R. O’Shany, B. Campbell. SCIENCE CLUB Seated: R. Lizzie, C. Phipps, X. Jewell, L. White, L. Peters. I.. Courtney, J Perrine, M. Jim-kin. Standing: Mr. Szalinski, R. Rudolph, II. Magargee, J. Jackal, C. Knowlton, J. Short, I). Best wick, R. Orr, I). Thompson, J. Wilson, G. Brazel, D. Davis. 44 First Row—G. Lees, L. Courtney, R. Mount, K. Mc-Court, J. Stewart, J. Whit-lach. Second Row—L. Oakes, R. Carlson, M. Gotch, P. Shaffer, R. Welch, J. McCourt, Mr. Crawshaw. STUDENT COUNCIL A new organization in our curriculum this year is the Student Council. The council members include the officers: President, Ray Mount; Vice President, Kenneth McCourt; Secretary, Lorene Courtney; Treasurer, Joseph Stewart; Sergeant-at-Arms, Ceorge Lees; and eight other representatives of the student body. The aim of the Student Council is to provide a voice for student opinion and to promote co-operation between students and faculty. Their main project has been the handling of the check room at school events. Library Cadet meeting. Senior debate preparation. Varsity M meeting. 45 BAND First Row—S. Hay man, W. Vance, C. Anderson, W. Jaillet, T. Crawshaw, D. Seger, D. Pershka, C. Hodge, F. Vechnak, A. Hogue, F. Miller, N. Vechnak, D. Randlett, VV. Thompson, A. Byers, L. Cooper, E. Byers, J. Henry, J. Campbell, L. Taylor. Second Row—G. Sines, W. Mowry, 1. Hammond, A. Hogue, J. Holliday, J. Albert, M. Keefer, L. Coulter, B. Long, S. Armstrong, E. Sines, E. Hennegan, S. Gregory, D. Sykes, R. McClelland, D. Acton, R. Giebner, W. Seger, N. Jewell, D. Beringer, M. Kutcher, L. Courtney. Third Row—G. Wagner, E. McEwen, K. Doherty, K. Dixon, M. McClaskey, F. North, M. Hammond, D. Gill, J. Jardine, I). Palmer, J. Phipps. Fourth Row—Mr. Elster, D. Bardelcik, A. Matthews, W. Carter, S. Vernon, Y. Vechnak, P. Rodemoyer, G. McCleary, R. Haag, H. Glcssner, R. Anderson, J. Bennington, R. Watson, N. Rupert, C. Reeher, J. Stewart. S. Palmer. 46 DANCE BAND Front Row—E. McDonnell, F. North, D. Bardelcik, D. Sykes, P. Rodemoyer. Second Row—N. Rupert, D. Palmer, B. Watson, H. Gles-sner, D. R a n d 1 e 11, W. Thompson. Third Row—J. Jardine, W. Vance, S. Hay-man, J. Stewart, W. Mow-ry, J. Holliday, B. Beeker, D. McConnell, T. Maw. Under the direction of Mr. Louis Elster the band, majorettes, and dance band had a very successful year. The band, in addition to marching at football games and playing at basketball games, held the annual band concert on May 11th. The majorettes and flag twirlers under head majorette Gail VVinklevoss marched with the band at football games and executed individual twirling acts at basketball games and other student activities. The Dance JBand was a group of which everyone in the high school could be proud. They played for the Homecoming Dance and other big dances in the year. MAJORETTES Standing—D. Swingle, C. Metelsky, L. Oakes, S. McCartney, G. VVinklevoss, L. Heimburger, B. Black, M. H a r d i s k y, D. Catterson. Kneeling—J. Winklevoss, P. Flickinger, L. Carrier, B. Thompson. 47 SENIOR HIGH CHORUS First Row: M. B. Finlayson, A. M. Irwin, M. J. Taylor, Nl. Jamison, S. Shannon, J. Taylor, M. A. Kutcher, M. Calhoun, D. McConnell, A. English, V. Richardson, C. Adams. Second Row: Mrs. Armstrong, K. Lytle, A. Spindler, B. Campbell, A. Matthews, C. Niggel, T. Maw, W. Tesh, H. Magar-gec, J. Shaw, R. Lizzie, H. Wansor, P. Shaffer, N. Tail, V. Filer. Third Row: L. Phillips, H. Phillips, M. Hammond, M. Phillips, T. Dulaney, B. Lytle, J. Matthews, M. Crasinger, E. Jackson, G. Hawk, S. Vernon, I). Beringer, B. Ma-gargee, G. Wagner, A. Myers, S. Means. Under the direction of Mrs. Armstrong the Senior High Mixed Chorus presented a Christmas Concert on December 11th and a Choral Concert in the spring. The officers were President, Alan Matthews; Vice President, Diane McConnell; Secretary-Treasurer, Lillian Phillips; Accompanist, Diane McConnell; Librarians, Tim Maw and Ann English; Student Director. Nancy Tait. JUNIOR HIGH CHORUS NINTH GRADE CHORUS First Row—J. Peterson, C. Caldwell. P. Stinedurf, D. Ramsey, B. Carlson, I. Stewart, J. Borkovich, B. McDowell, P. Drake, S. Ringer, L. Coulter, J. Albert, B. Black. D. Gill, B. Turner, B. Thompson, J. Jordan, M. M. Keefer. Second Row—Mrs. Armstrong, W. Harton, R. Heasley, J. Jordan, R. Adams, L. Magargee, E. Stafford, L. Hermandorfer, Y. Shaw, L. Heimburger, C. Hinkson, B. Lyth, I. Searcy, K. Boles, C. Moose. M. Gotch, W. Schodlatz, R. Proctor, C. Nixon, J. Patterson. Third Row—P. Teets, J. Hodge, S. Winner, A. Santell, C. D'Angio, J. Swartz, J. Henry, J. Hogue, B. Nelson, W. Sheen, R. Dalton, E. Brockle-hurst, D. Hoffman, G. Shaffer, S. Armstrong, S. Reiser, B. Vance, S. Reznor, D. Sweetapple, J. Bollinger, K. Sewall. SEVENTH AND EIGHTH GRADE CHORUS First Row—J. Urey, J. Rudolph, L. Breauchy, L. Carr, C. Dieger, L. Lopta, D. Wagner, K. Glessner, M. Tait, L. Acton, M. Ulx r, B. William, S. Shreffler, J. Keefer, R. Geiwitz, W. Inman, J. Cathcart, J. Wagner, K. Mowry, F. Miller, M. Guiler, C. Metelsky. Second Row— Mrs. Armstrong, (director), J. Mannozzi, D. Elx rle, W. Kelly, W. Cramer, J. Ringer, L. Ringer, B. Wlodarski, J. Jacket, B. Parnell, G. Kmck, M. E. Kutcher, E. Hennegan, K. Doherty, M. Trowbridge, j. Weston, I. Wiercinski, K. Kloos, C. Anderson, R. Evans, P. Vogan, J. McCuteh-er, D. Fetternof, M. Palmer, S. Hartman, J. Jewell, M. Phillips, A. Blaire, S. Hermandorfer, C. Parker, Q. Miller, S. Miller, J. Rabold, D. Buxton. Third Row—S. Miller, F. Soos, J. Brown, S. Hartman, W. Black, D. Sykes, T. Valler, P. Armstrong, R. Schaffer, B. Chisholm, R. Zahniser, T. Shaffer, J. Durisho, J. Baer, P. Sailor, S. Moore, K. Finlayson, M. Hammond, R. Amon, G. McGrath, R. Krafcheck, M. Robinson, S. McCartney. Fourth Row: R. Proctor, L. Keeley, P. Kyle, M. Reznor, A. Ralston, L. Aubel, R. Dixon. J. Guarnieri, C. Griffiths, J. Filer, S. Young, H. Somerville, F. Wiercinski, M. Scheidhauer, S. Crawford, C. Hoovler, P. Bierce, C. Edebum, F. Hoffman, M. Persch, F. Winters, L. Taylor, J. Hinkson, B. Miller, A. Krafcheck, C. Shaffer, P. Axe, K. Brown, C. Butler, C. Mount, J. Anderson, M. E. Furey, J. Valler, S. Semple, I). McCartney, V. Bestwick. 49 Memories are made of this. Gail and her magic baton. “Rock Around The Clock”, again? Jam Session. They were doing the Mam-bo. I Ialftime entertainment. VARSITY FOOTBALL By bringing back the single-wing formation, Coach Charles Findley brought success once again to Mercer. The small, aggressive squad has finished with the best varsity record at the school in several years; 7 wins and 2 losses. Scores Franklin - 14 ..................... Mercer - 25 Zelienople - 13 ................... Mercer - 7 Grove City - 13.................... Mercer - 19 Shenango Twp. - 6 ................. Mercer - 25 Greenville — 12 ................... Mercer — 0 Girard — i ........................ Mercer — 14 Hickory-7 ......................... Mercer - 13 Union Twp. - 12.................... Mercer - 18 Bessemer - 12 ..................... Mercer - 20 52 WOODS SPROAT BRAZEL D. KING MARIACHER WILSON SHORT DAVIS N. KING, Captain BOROS SHANNON EALY CLAYTON COACHES Left to Right: Mr. Claire McClure, Mr. Charles Findley, Mr. Samuel Marks, Mr. John Szalinski. Mr. Findley’s first season as head football coach was a most successful one, establishing the best record in Mercer’s history, a 7-2 standing. Mr. Findley was ably assisted by Mr Sam Marks, line coach, and Mr. John Szalinski, |. V. coach. Mr Clair McClure acted as the athletic manager, arranging a well-balanced schedule. J. V. FOOTBALL The Junior Varsity, composed mostly of sophomores and juniors, had a very fine season. Under the coaching of Mr. Sam Marks, the boys marched to a 2:1:1 season. Scores Zelienople — 6 ...................... Mercer — 14 Hickory — 7 ......................... Mercer — 0 Greenville — 6 Mercer — 14 Union Township — 0................... Mercer — 0 Left to Right —Front: C. Carlson, J D'Angio, D. King, 13. Buchanan, B. Flannery, B. Shod-lotz, D. Edeburn, J. Patterson, H. Jackson. Center: B. Shaffer K. Dolby, G. Jackal, A. BindUy. J. Jackal, J. Hovis, J. Jordan, J. Rucker. Back: B. Little, C. Nixon, R. Orr, D. Bestwick, M Van Woert, L. Calhoun, B. Grimm, J. Bennington, YV. Harton, F. Thompson. 55 BASKETBALL For the seventh time in nine years, Renzie Hoffman’s Mustangs again clinched the Tri-County Section with a perfect 10-0 record in league play. In twenty-two season games their only losses were to a strong class A team, Sharps-ville. Rated as one of the best in the district, the team was composed of 11 seniors and captained by Bob Sproat and high-scorer Tom Clayton, who had 554 points. Mercer Opp. 68 N. Wilmington 54 85 W. Middlesex 56 88 Coehranton 64 67 Grove City 47 56 Rocky Grove 48 85 VV. Middlesex 76 New Wilmington 45 74 Neville 46 85 W. Middlesex 48 78 Linesville 39 69 Hickory 56 76 Lake view 46 Mercer Opp 60 Greenville 39 86 Cranberry 59 63 Grove City 31 107 Coehranton 51 55 Greenville 52 66 Rocky Grove 43 45 Sharpsville 52 52 Linesville 30 55 Hickory 53 64 Lakeview 40 68 84 Sharpsville Cranberry 73 56 •Rotary tournament game Left to right: N. King, D. D’Angio Clayton, S. Shannon, J. Wilson, R. , R. Sproat, D. King, R. Welch, W. Woods, H. Mount. Ealy. T. T. CLAYTON Co-Captain D. KING R. WELSH D. DeANGELO H. EALY J. WILSON R. SPROAT Co-Captain S. SHANNON W. WOODS N. KING HMI Left t° right: D. Crawshaw, J. Jackal, W. Little, C. Hynniman, A. McCoy, R. King, W. Shaf-ter, R. Gnmm, K. McCourt, J. Anthony. JUNIOR VARSITY COACHES Left to right: Mr. Charles Findlev, Jr. High; Mr. Lorenzo Hoffman, Head Coach; Mr. John T. Szalinski, Asst. Coach. Under coaches Hoffman and Szalinski this years Junior Varsity had a winning season. They piled up a record of 21 wins to 1 loss, a close 37-34 game with Hickory. Jim Anthony led the Little Mustangs with 319 points, while Dave Crawshaw had 251. Mercer SCORES Opp. 38 N. Wilmington 32 45 W. Middlesex 34 85 Cochranton 41 64 Grove City 20 52 Rocky Grove 20 59 W. Middlesex .. 26 61 N. Wilmington 37 53 Linesville 36 50 Hickory 42 51 37 40 73 Greenville 62 62 Cranlrerry 23 Grove City 24 65 Cochranton 36 51 Greenville 29 73 Rocky Grove 24 67 Sharpsvillc 41 77 Linesville 31 34 Hickory 37 60 Lakeview 45 55 Sharpsville Cranberry .38 74 34 58 1st Row: T. Crawshaw, VV. Ferrance, R. Proctor, R. Sproat, W. Zigo, W. King. 2nd Row: E. Weaver, E. Brown, J. Lewis, B. McCullough, R. Edeburn, L. Knowlton, K. Dixon. 3rd Row: J. Grill, J. Hovis, D. King, B. Proctor, J. Peterson, J. D'Angio. 4th Row: J. Jordan, W. Harton, W. Clayton, T. Reeher. JUNIOR-HIGH BASKETBALL Charles Findley coached the stars of tomorrow to a 10-2 record. After winning five straight, the Little Mustangs were stopped by Lakeview on their home court, but the boys came back and defeated Sharpsville, Ilickorv, and New Wilmington only to be stopped by a heartbreak at Grove City. The last two games were with Commodore Perry. High scorers for the season were Dave King with 98 points and Jim Hovis with 71. SCORES Mercer 46 New Wilmington 26 Mercer 31 Lakeview 27 Mercer 37 Sharpsville 28 Mercer 40 Hickory 16 Mercer 31 Grove City 26 Mercer 22 Lakeview 41 Mercer 30 Sharpsville 15 Mercer 40 .... Hickory 25 Mercer 44 New Wilmington 17 Mercer 37 Grove City 38 Mercer 45 Commodore Perry 18 Mercer 70 Commodore Perry 22 59 CHEERLEADERS SENIOR CHEERLEADERS Bottom Row—F. Richardson, L. White, J. Amon. Top Row—R. Guamieri, L. Peters, S. Galbreath. JR. HIGH CHEERLEADERS Kneeling—M. Vogan, S. Kopta, L. Ringer. Standing-J. McCourt, B. King. 60 VARSITY M Seated: W. Woods, D. King, H. Ma-gargee, H. Mariacher, S. Shannon, M. VanWoert W. Shiffer, J. Wilson, R. Sproat. Standing: Mr. Findley, N. King, C. Knowlton, N. Kolbrick, A. McCoy, J. Emery, M. Junkin, W. Horner, T. Clayton, I). Bestwick, H. Ealy, C. Smith, G. Davis, D. Saunders, K. McCourt, G. Brazel, R. Mount, D. Miller. ATHLETIC MANAGERS ()1 TRACK Track season got under way on April 23rd at a home dual meet with Rocky Grove. Mercer participated in the New Castle Invitational Tournament and had meets with Zelienople and Grove City. Coach Sam Marks and Asst. Coach John Szalinski used six 1955 letter-men: Gene Brazel and Dave Best-wick, shot put and discus; William Homer, shot put; Harold Ealy and Mike Van Woert, high jump; and Allen McCoy, 440 and 220. 1st row: W. Sehodlatz, J. Peterson, C. Nixon, H. Michaels, K. Dixon, P. Stincdurf, S. Reznor, D. Seger. 2nd row: R. Reiser, G. Brazel, J. Rucker, A. McCoy, A. Stambaugh, K. Dolby, A. Bindley. 3rd row: H. Ealy, D. Bestwiek, M. VanWoert, L. Calhoun, W. Homer, R. Amsler, W. Harton, W. Heasley. 62 ATHLETIC CALENDAR A Union Twp. player tackles Norm King. Joan Chisholm and Norman King lead the royal procession. Will Jim Anthony successfully tap the ball? The cheerleaders proudly display their homecoming mums. Ball! Ball! Who’s got the ball? The Junior Varsity poses for the “Press.” 63 FEATURES 65 SENIOR BEST LEADERS Veva Anderson Robert Sproat BEST PERSONALITY Nancy Tait William Tesh MOST COURTEOUS Lenore Brown William Tesh PRETTIEST HAIR Sue Parnell Harry Wansor MOST ATHLETIC Louise White Norman King WITTIEST Carol Mayne Charles Smith f! SUPERLATIVES BEST STUDENTS Linda Vogan Gene Brazel BEST MUSICIANS Judy Holliday William Thompson PRETTIEST EYES Joan Chisholm John Hogue PRETTIEST TEETH Jean Grimm Donald Saunders BEST DRESSED Kay Kemp James Emery MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Veva Anderson Robert Sproat SENIOR PLAY First Row: G. Winklevoss, S. Wright, A. Matthews, J. Holliday, L. White, ID. McConnell, C. Humphrey. W. Tesh. Second Row: W. Thompson, R Rudolph, E. Heasley, J. Taylor, J. Perrine, F. Richardson, J. Grimm, J. Worley, V. Anderson, N. Tait, F. Little, A. Hoque, Mr. Vines A long remembered event for all the students is the Senior Class Flay. This year the seniors presented “A Man Called Peter,” a true life story of Dr. Peter Marshall, an ex-chaplain of the United States Senate. The play was directed by Mr. LeRoy Vines, and the entire cast portrayed their respective parts in a delightful manner. JUNIOR PLAY Seated: L. Courtney, S. Galbreath, B. Oakes, I). Bardelcik, P. Brocious. Standing: Mr. Vines, M. Bancroft, R. Orr, C. Hynniman, A. Bindley, N. Kolbrick. Lights! Curtain! Action!” are the familiar words of our director, Mr. Vines. On April 19th and 20th, the Junior Class presented State Fair,” from the book by Phil Strong. David Miller was the student director. 69 1st Row: Bryda Magargee in a big chair; Harry Wansor—sav look at that smile!; Gail Winklevoss as a bathing beauty; Jean Grimm le arning to walk; Carol Lee Adams pic king posies. 2nd Row: Mary Knauff—in the flowers; Coreita McDowell—Mama's Baby!; Judy Holliday with a Pixie smile; Kathryn Tomson—What a pretty baby!; Chuck Smith—ready to cry. 3rd Row: Mike and Delia Junkin—Two little redheads; Audine Hogue—The Lone Ranger rides again!; Bav Mount, Dave King, Norman King. Carlton Knowlton, Mike Junkin, Dave D’Angio, Tom Clayton, Bob Lizzie Bob Sproat, Dick Brown and Jim Kinery as Peanut-size Seniors!; Bob Watson-Riding the latest thing on wheels 4th Row: Bill Tesh-Is winking at the girls already!; Alan Matthews was once “bald”!; Joan Chisholm and her first pipe; Bob Rudolph as a minatnre Babe Ruth; Shirley Cathcart-Why so sour. 1st Row: Gene Brazel—with a scholarly look; Diane McConnell—going bye-bye; Barbara Becker—looking into a mirror; Harry, Sandra, and Doris Magargee—all ready for a battle. 2nd Row: Carol Mayne—holding big brother Bill's hand; Hazel McGhee—looking rather forlorn; Ida McCurdy—smiling pretty; Ray and Leeland Mount-showing brotherly love. 3rd Row: Virginia Richardson—all ready for chow; Lawn Party with Kay Kemp looking at the camera; Lenore Brown—all ready for a ride. 4th Row: Who’s your babv sitter, Nancy Tait?; Nancy and Yvonne Vechnack—double trouble; Frances Little—Whom are you flirting with?; Anna Mae Irwin—looking for someone?; Jean Ann Bobanick—Little girl lost. 5th Row: Ethel Jackson—One shoe off and one shot on; Veva Anderson—in a rather brief costume; Kathryn Lytle—is that grass soft?; Arlene Synder—is still a little squirt; Mary Stambaugh—“Little cutie”. HOMECOMING Joan Chisholm was chosen Homecoming Q� een by the class of '56. COURT Frances Richardson, Linda Vogan, Louise White, Barbara Becker, and Linda Peters were also nominated for queen by the football varsity. On the evening of October 28th Joan Chisholm was crowned Homecoming Queen by Mercer football captain Norman King. Attending Joan were Linda Vogan and Frances Richardson, who were escorted to the throne by James Wilson and a Union Township player. The Queen was wearing a white ballerina gown, and her attendants wore aqua and yellow. Mercer won the football game, 18 to 12. CALENDAR OF EVENTS SEPTEMBER—School resumes . . . Football season begins . . . Class officers elected. OCTOBER—Institute . . . Homecoming Queen chosen . . . End of first six weeks . . . Homecoming Dance. NOVEMBER—Basketball practice begins . . . Open House . . . Junior Class party . . . Senior Class play . . . Football banquet . . . Thanksgiving vacation. DECEMBER—Basketball season begins . . . Community Choral concert . . . Graduation pictures . . . Junior class rings . . . Christmas vacation . . . Rotary Tournament. JANUARY—Name cards . . . End of first semester. FEBRUARY—Basketball Dance . . . F. F. A. Assembly. MARCH—Senior Class Party . . . Junior Class play . . . Playoffs . . . Easter vacation. APRIL—P.M.E.A. District H. S. Choral Festival . . ,7th and 8th grade class parties . . . Senior Washington trip. MAY—Junior-Senior Banquet and Prom . . . Class Day assembly . . . Final exams . . . Baccalaureate . . .Commencement . . . End of School. 74 PATRONS Because we are unable to enter into an elaborate display of advertising, the Hi Times is using the patron system of advertising. With equal appreciation and gratitude, we submit the list of those who have made it possible for us to have a yearbook. We trust that you will keep our patrons in mind as you read this annual and realize that without their financial help this publication would not have been possible. Altman’s Feed Store American Sales Co. Bissett Chevrolet Inc. Bowman’s Better Market Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Inc. Coultes Appliance Co. Grill’s Hardware Store Cumming’s Insurance Agency Dairy Queen Dillon’s Jwlry Stationary Store First Nat. Bank of Mercer Garner’s Men Boys Shop Harve’s Drug Store ........... Hogue’s Shoe Store Keystone Sanitary Supply Co. Kling Frost Lewis Sterling Station Liberty Theater Margaret’s Beauty Shop Mercer Broom Co. Mercer County Farm Bureau Mercer Diner Mercer Produce Mercer Super Market Merco Motors M etelsky’s Service Station Miller’s Funeral Home Furniture Store Montgomery’s Pharmacy 108 N Wilson Ave. Phone 758 Paul Long Mgr. New Castle, Pa. 130 N. Pitt St. Phone 410 E. Market St. Phone 604 ..519 S. Dock St. Sharon, Pa. S. Diamond St. Phone 185 N. Pitt St. Phone 73 N. Diamond St. Phone 124 Bill Elder Mgr. Phone 450 E. Diamond St. Phone 620 N. Diamond St. Phone 500 E. Diamond St. Phone 755 102 N. Pitt St. Phone 23 130 N. Diamond St. Phone 91 110-120 Depot St. Greensburg, Pa. Wicke Ave. Youngstown, Ohio W. Diamond St. Phone 218 N. Diamond St. Phone 506 104 S. Diamond St. Phone 596 589 E. Market St. Phone 48 Wilson Ave. Phone 77 ... N. Erie St. Phone 9892 504 E. Market St. Phone 794J 201 W. Venango St. Phone 215 220 W. Venango St. Phone 148J N. Erie St. Phone 9379 Phone 114 or 138 Pitt St. Phone 119 Moore Farm Supplies Maple North Phone 351 Nelson’s Atlantic Service Station N. Erie St. Phone 9375 Nelson’s Greenhouse 208 Otter St. Phone 75 Oakes Heating Appliances 100 S. Diamond St. Phone 639M Parker’s Jewelry 148 N. Diamond St. Phone 150 Penn Power Co. Greenville Division Phone 2 Reznor Manu. Co. E. Market St. Phone 650 Rowbottom Plumbing Heating N. Maple St. Phone 38 Rudy’s Restaurant Mercer-Grove City Road Seavey’s Studio E. Washington St. New Castle, Pa. Taylor’s Furs 111 N. Erie St. Phone 402 Union Grocery Store 115 N. Diamond St. Phone 565 Victor Riddle Roofing, Plumbing, Heating Jackson Center RD. Phone 26 118 N. Pitt St. Phone 46 N. Erie St. Phone 653 Winklevoss’s Keystone Co. Zigo’s Esso Servicenter 75 ORGANIZATIONS American Legion Mercer Moose Lodge V. F. VV. Athletic Council P. T. A........... Senior Women’s Club Butler St. Phone 9399 211 S. Erie St. Phone 477 Franklin Ave. Phone 618 Mercer High School Mercer High School Mercer, Pa. BOOSTERS Mr. J. G. Armstrong Mr. L. R. Batchelor Mr. T. C. Cochran, Jr. Mr. T. C. Cochran, Sr. Mr. R. B. Easton Dr. J. W. Emery Dr. R. N. Fithian Dr. P. T. Hope Dr. Bernard Hoyt Mr. R. B. Johnson Mr. V. I. Kemp Dr. T. W. King Dr. J. F. Knause Mr. Robert Knight Mr. Stephen Luckas Dr. Harry P. Miller Dr. W. W. Richardson Mr. L. R. Rickard Mr. C. J. Semple Mr. P. J. Stiger Mr. J. A. Stranahan Dr. D. E. Vogan Dr. R. C. Vogan Dr. Wm. R. Vogan 76