Northampton Area High School - Amptennian Yearbook (Northampton, PA)

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BURDELLE NEFF FYE “Birdie” 239 East 21st Street Pretty to walk with, and witty to talk with, And pleasant too, to think on. —Brennorolt “Birdie” joined our ranks as a senior, coming from Slatington, and well has her presence graced our midst. Almost immediately she established herself as a faithful worker, and has won many friends with her gentle, winning ways. “Birdie” is rather quiet and does not display any noisy vivacity. However, she is easily excited over insignificant matters, but when she learns the details, her anxiety immediately subsides. Mr. Smith’s shy remarks about the fairer sex have been known to make her blush, We wonder why. All joking aside, she deserves all lady luck has in store for her. Commercial Course. Girl Reserves, National Honor Society, Commencement Committee. VASS1LE DRANCHAK ass 166 Stark Street An honest man, close-button'd to the chin Broadcloth without, and a warm heart within. —Cowper A rather dainty young man with high hopes and ambitions. When his time is not taken up by plays or other dramatic activities, he is either in the print shop or playing the fiddle” in the orchestra. “Student Damager” is well informed on the subject of love and is known to some friends as “Philosopher.” Ask the assistant librarian. Very active in school affairs, he can play the part of a negro as well as anyone. Aside from his playful attitude, “Vass” is very energetic, a sure sign that he intends to succeed in life, come what may. Academic Course. Head Student Manager, Orchestra, Lantern Land, Love Pirates of Hawaii, Printing Club, Glee Club, Music Club, Debating Club, Newspaper Staff, Dramatic Club. ARLENE M. KOEHLER 'Lene 606 East 21st Street Where love is great the littlest doubts are fair; When little fears grow great, great love grows there. —Shakespeare Lene is a short, sturdy girl, who stands erect and faces all with sparkling eyes. She possesses a charming personality, which has appealed to but a few of the opposite sex. Being a good singer, she took part in operettas. Just walk into the library and there she is, busily assisting the librarian in her work. Moreover, a deep sense of support and a worthy character are all embroidered in this little “surprise package.” She intends to take up nursing, and undoubtedly will brighten the lives of many disheartened persons. Academic Course. Bits O'Blarney, Dramatic Club, Library Club, Glee Club.

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JOHN J. KOWALCHUK Route 3, Bath, Pa. “Jay-Kay” Diversity, that is my motto. —La Fontaine Who is the foremost genius in mathematics of the Seniors? Let us introduce to you none other than J. K. (as he is intimately known). His ability to solve algebra problems is almost inconceivable. He also plays the “fiddle,” probably to seek inspiration in his leisure moments. As to his ability in printing, there is no doubt. When not in the classroom, he may be found laboring industriously in the print shop. His sense of humor is usually prevalent in a French or English class. May this versatile character reach the heights of fame. Ad astra per aspera Academic Course. Printing, Public Speaking Club, National Honor Society, Love Pirates of Hawaii, Ring Committee, Newspaper Staff, Commencement Committee. ETHEL JOYCE ERICH 2226 Washington Avenue “Essie” What harmony is this? good friends, hark! Marvelous, sweet music! —Shakespeare Ethel, our pal, is always ready to greet her associates with a smile. She is seldom seen without the trombone, which proves her exceptional musical talent, for she is a foremost orchestra member. She will be remembered for winning the Junior Speak-ing Contest, as well as being an excellent typist. No matter what the task may be “Essie” always lends a helping hand. Her giggle can easily destinguish her from a group, no matter how large it is. Success be hers, in whatever she chooses as her life work. Her pleasantness will take her through. Commercial Course. Bits O’ Blarney, Love Pirates of Hawaii, Lantern Land, Glee Club, Music Club, Dramatic Club, Junior Speaking Contest, Orchestra, Band. DAVID ROSS KROMER West 21st Street “Lady-Killer” Qod hless the man u-ho first invented sleep. So said Sancho Panza, and so say I. —Saxf. Who is that young man singing in the halls? What magnetic power he possesses in vamping innocent young girls? We beg to introduce to you “Davy” Kromer, the Clark Gable of the Senior Class. We shall never forger him as Chuck Mayo in “Girl Shy.” He has shown his interest in athletics by plaving on the football and baseball team. Kromer has a habit of coming to school at 8:29, nevertheless his pleasant manner, perpetual smile, and storehouse of jokes will help him achieve success in later life. General Course. German Club, Football, Baseball, Girl-Shy.

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STEPHEN ALOUIS TARNOCK 814 Main Street “Susie It’s the wise head that makes the still tongue. —Lucas “Susie is found to have a pleasing personality and an appe-tite for learning. Although his quiet nature prevails, he is liked by all. Never flippant, but always sincere and friendly, Stephen is always busy with some extra-curricular work, yet he finds time to walk to and from school with some fair maiden. “Susie has served his Alma Mater faithfully by being a student manager of sports. He has verv high hopes of going to college, to fashion himself as a business man. We hope no business will be too large for him. Commercial Course. Sportsmen’s Club, Nature Club, Commer cial Club, Student Manager, Newspaper Staff. ANNA OHOTSK1 1558 Main Street “Giggles I’ve made it a practise to put all my worries down in the bottom of my heart, then sit on the lid, and smile. —Rice This petite young lady writes and reads shorthand as impetuously as she giggles. It seems the captivating charm of her giggle is always among some noise or laughter. Anna has “sawed on her “fiddle for many years, and has been well rewarded, tor a more faithful orchestra member cannot be found. Though to some she seems rather quiet and unconcerned, Anna is quite active, especially among the closer of her acquaintances. She is often seen arguing with another boisterous damsel, on any subject you could think of, and then some. Commercial Course. Glee Club, Orchestra, Love Pirates of Hawaii, Lantern Land, Catering Club, Music Club, Sewing Club. JOHN R. EICHLER Laurys, Pa. “Ike If the heart of this man is depressed with cares The mist is dispelled when-appears. —Gay Although rather quiet and shy in the classroom, “Ike loses this peculiar trait when he finds himself at a gathering of some kind. “Johnie is always ready to spring a joke on someone, and is usually the object of the silly conversation in the Chemistry Lab or in English class. When he wants to study, it is best to leave him alone, except when Grace is nearby. John is a good singer, and has proved this in chapel on several occasions. May Lady Luck never desert him. Academic Course. German Club, Hi-Y, Glee Club, BitsO Blarney, Love Pirates of Hawaii, Lantern Land, Newspaper Staff.