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

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ARLENE REED, A.B. To those who know thee not no uords can paint; and those who know thee, know all words are faint! —Hannah More The term Personality” has been widely misused, hut considering it in its (highest) sense, wc look upon Miss Reed as a real example. Her utter sincerity and charming helpfulness have made her a favorite of every member of’36. She’s a Math Wizard: she’s an excellent Dramatic Coach: she knits, and competently teaches its art to many: she argues spirit-edly—mcsrly with (some) Seniors: but she just can’t seem to contTcl the exuberant spirits of an otherwise inanimate alarm clock du ring her English and Literature Classes. Sufjects: English. Graduate of: Dickinson College. Qraduate work at: Pennsylvania State College. CLAYTON E. BUELL, B.S. Tho' modest on his unemharrs'd brow nature had written gentleman.” —Byron Behind a maze of test tubes and suffocating smoke, we find Mr. Buell demonstrating a formula for Cl2. Chemistry plus Mr. Buell’s dry sense of humor equals double interest plus extra energy. This tall, handsome teacher is popular among the Seniors for other reasons besides his sophisticated sense of humor: mainly his good sportsmanship and his adeptness to produce brain-twisting cheers! (the Greek yell.) This gentleman obviously believes in taking in the sights of Northampton. For outside of school hours his well-groomed figure can be seen along the main stem of the town. In school hours he spends his time rescuing over-ambitious students who accidently stumble over the formula for gun-powder. The Seniors nave but one complaint to make: what this unsuspect, ng male needs is the woman’s touch.” Have you ever seen him pour water on the floor when there was a sink handy? Un-believeble! But it’s true. Subjects: Mechanical Drawing, Chemistry. Graduate of: California State Teachers College. Graduate uork at: Pennsylvania State College and Carnegie Institute of Technology. MARGARET ANN PERRY. B.S. There uas a soft and pensive grace, a cast of thought upon her face That suited well the forehead high, the eyelash dark, and downcast eye. —Scott Rokeby ‘‘Lovely to look at, delightful to know,” perfectly describes the blue-eyed, vivacious Miss Perry, the new addition to our faculty, without a word of warning, students have suddenly become art-conscious. To find the cause of this sudden interest one need look no further than the blithe Peggy Ann. Her selfish sense of humor collects as many admirers as honey-suckle collects bees. No wonder she gets offerings of doughnuts from appreciative students. Her personality is well-expressed in her low, musical voice. We truly appreciate her being with us and we hope she will remain for many more years. Subject: Art. Graduate of: Ohio State University.

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ELEANOR ROBERTS, Ph.B., M.A. Self-revere nee, self-knowledge, self-control. —Tennyson Did you see Lantern Land? Did you see Rings in the Saw dust? Did you see Oh! Doctor? Or, did you see anything from an early-morning assembly program to one of our annual show productions, which included beautiful costuming? If you did, then you already know one “side of this many-sided lady, for she is the main executive value in the organization which creates and furnishes this costuming. She is really a many-sided person, having various interests besides clothing, costuming, and fashions. Her extensive travels, fine reading, and important contacts with people command all of our respect and admiration. Subject: Clothing. Graduate of : Kutztown State Teachers College, Muhlenberg College. Graduate work at : Columbia University. THOMAS W. RONEMUS, B.S.C. Joking decides great things stronger and better oft than earnest can. —Milton A keen wit saves many a disagreeable situation. One of the proofs of this statement would be Mr. Ronemus’ sense of humor which seems to cover all of his actions. But only cover , for if you go beneath that surface you will find real depths of knowledge and thought. A good business mind with an eye for commercial art that can be seen in the display of which said eye may be found in our hall showcases: a lean to athletics, sports, and also, to frequent visits to his hometown—but why so frequent! Besides, we have a real Doubting Thomas who considers all things in his practical nature before accepting—or rejecting. Get to know him, and you’ll know a real friend. Subjects Commercial Geography, Commercial Arithmetic, Commercial Law, Bookkeeping, Advertising, Window Trimming, Salesmanship, and Junior Business Training. Graduate of : Temple University. Graduate uork at: Muhlenberg College, Temple University, Pennsylvania State College. HELEN SEIDEL, B.S. For nothing lovelier can be found In woman, than to study household gtxxl. —Milton It doesn’t take a Sherlock Holmes to trace the source of that appetizing odor from the cooking room where all good odors originate. Miss Seidel is wisely pointing out to the girls that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. Besides cooking, she enjoys reading and knitting as indoor recreations. Knowing the underlying principles of good housekeeping is the basic knowledge of good citizenship so that as president of the Quota Club, the women’s civic organization of Northampton, Miss Seidel is leading worthwhile projects to help young girls. Loving both human and animal nature intensely, she finds time to be kind to animals and gives particular attention to a dog, San Toy.” Subject: Cooking. Graduate of: Keystone State Teachers College, Drexel Institute.

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MARION LAUBACH, A.B. Her very frouns are fairer Than smiles of ether maidens are. —Coleridge I passed by her window —and heard her playing the piano, beautifully. In a v» ry depressed mood, I entered her classroom, and left a little later, giyly, by reason of her extraordinary smile and cheering nature. 1 selected a course in Latin, pessimistically, and was graduated from it, knowingly. Now—of whom arc we thinking? Miss Laubach, of course. Who wouldn't recognize that smile, that generous nature, those willing hands, that cultured mind, as Miss Laubach. Truly, to know her is to love her. Subjects: French, Latin. Graduate of: Wi'son College. MICHAEL LISETSK1. Ph.B. Reading maketh a full man; conference a ready man; and unting an exact. —Bacon Mr Lisetski's first year on the N. H. S. faculty finds him a universal favorite, especially with our class of '36, for he is truly an all-around person and a real sport. This is proven by his varied interests: his precise manner and systematic methods, spiced with genuine humor in P of D and History sessions, his active interest in school athletics, and the general air of helpful agreeableness which seem to belong” very much to him. Outside of our N. H. S. you may find Mr. Lisetski on a football field or a basketball floor, ref-ing, or in a blue coupe and a bright mood, driving! Subjects: History and Problems of Democracy. Graduate of: Allentown Prep School and Muhlenburg College. Graduate work at: Pennsylvania State College. CRACK H. FLICK. B.S. We call some books immortal, do they live ? If so, believe me, rime hath made them pure, In btmks the veriest wicked rest in peace. —Bulwer Lytton I looked up from my ‘‘Reader’s Digest” and saw Miss Flick bending over stemmed, yellow roses. I looked again and marveled at the blue serenity of her eyes against the yellow velvet of the roses. At a crowded desk of eager students. Miss Flick’s slender fingers deftly worked over bocks. My gaze was held fascinated by the efficient fingers admirably disposing of books and books and books. Glancing upward my eyes met the unperturbed glance of Grace Flick, the tall, slender librarian. Moving in an atmosphere of calm and tranquility, she is never too busy to help you find a book on anything fron Alice in Wonderland to a Harvard Classic. Subject: Library Instruction. Graduate of: Millersville State Teachers College.