Meyers High School - Colophon Yearbook (Wilkes Barre, PA)

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MRS. ANNA D. HARRISON We wish to express our appreciation to our teacher and friend, Mrs. Anna D. Harrison for her tireless efforts, her true understanding and her infinite patience. As a Latin, German, and Eng- lish teacher, Mrs. Harrison has devoted herself to her students. she has been our Mother-away-from- home. Upon graduation from Bucknell University, Mrs. Harrison taught at Luzerne High School, Forty Fort High School, and Kingston High School before coming to Meyers. Her avoeation has been her daughter, Janet, of whom she is justly proud. Perhaps this has given her the deep insight to understand our problems. Her judgment is good, and her decisions have always been fair and im- partial. She has given to us so much above and beyond the call of duty. efiremenfd MISS IONA BRELSFORD Miss Brelsford has won the respect and admira- tion of teachers and students alike with her sin- cere interest and devotion to her work. Her eagerness to help, her emphasis on order, and her keen sense of humor have highlighted her history and Latin classes. Miss Brelsford was graduated from Syracuse University where she was a member of the Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. She also attended two sum- mer sessions at Columbia University. Before com- ing to Meyers, Miss Brelsford taught at Forty Fort High School and Kingston High School. Skilled in the art of horseback riding, Miss Brelsford sponsored the Equestrian Club at Meyers for many years. She is especially endeared to the hearts of Seniors, for it has always been her pride to have a Senior Homeroom. Beloved by her students for her dignity and vitality, Miss Brelsford will long be remembered.

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Miss ANNE 10 RESIGNATIV N In her years at Meyers, Miss Anne Iones has won a very special place in the hearts of her students. Her lilt and animation have made her classes both cheerful and inspiring. Her seriousness about the day by day living everyone experiences has made many people aware of all the future holds and the joy we may find in simple things. Miss Iones received her education at Bloomsburg State Teachers College and The Pennsylvania State University. At Buffalo State 'Teachers College she prepared for her very special field, teaching and guiding the Sight Saving Class. Her teaching career began in Plymouth High School, followed by some years at the Wilkes-Barre Continuation School, and she was appointed to the Meyers faculty in l940. One of this lady's many talents is in dramatics and public speaking. In this field she has willingly given her time and energies to direct plays and chapel programs and to assist others who came to depend upon her skill. Miss Jones, your warm, gracious manner and dainty, pixie expressions will remain with us along with your instruction and example. Have fun away from Meyers and remember us, now and then, as we shall happily remember you. 0 , i x xi, XXX' f FAcut'r'r wxarrima tiff ,CWM

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THOMAS I. HARKINS We pay tribute to a man who captured the hearts of all who were privileged to know him. Mr. Thomas Harkins, beloved and esteemed teacher, has been with Meyers since it opened in 1930. After his early education in the Wilkes-Barre City Schools, he procured his B.S. degree from the University of Scranton, did post- graduate work at Bucknell University, and received his Masteris degree from New York University. His teaching career was interrupted by the Second World War during which time he served at a Lt. Commander in the Naval Air Corps. Few know of his courageous service at Banana River, and in the Pacific Theater. To you, Mr. Harkins, we give our heartfelt thanks for your friendship and teaching. It is with deep and sincere emotion that we cherish your memory. We recall the times you stopped in the hall to chat with us, we remember how you chuckled when you made us blush, how we would squirm when you teased. We shall never forget your twinkling scoldings when we broke a test tube, your smirk when we failed a recitation, your methodical calculations of overdue homework, your once-repeated test questions. We admire your unfailing sense of duty, your proficient system, your seemingly infinite knowledge, your business-like explana- tions. We marvel at the way you drew the supreme effort from every student. We can hear the pleasing timbre of your voice, and your logical, concise reasoning. Mr. Harkins, you are our ideal of a teacher. We are proud to have studied with you. I1 QITLOI'