Panzer College - Olympia Yearbook (East Orange, NJ)

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HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1939 In contrast with the memorable day in September 1936, when we entered the portals of Panzer and were greeted by strange faces, side glances and snickers from the upperclassmen, our freshman year was a success even to our escapades with the sophomores. Early in the year we chose Vincent Brown, President; Betty Altenhofen, Vice-President; Eileen O ' Connor, Secretary; and RoUand Hill, Treasurer, and decided that united we would stand and divided we would fall — or else! In October, the sophs honored us with a Yuletide dance and entertain- ment. The climax of the season was reached when St. Patrick ' s day was ushered in with true color and all the fixings. Needless to say the job was well done. With the fleeting of the summer months we wasted little time in wel- coming the freshmen. We started our social season with a dance for the new students. Then started the hustle, humiliation, and initiation of sorority and fra ' ernity ' rushees. Dances and more dances — class picnics to Denville and the ole sv. ' imming hole and another year was gone. The opening of our junior year found us indifferent to the freshman antics. The highlight of social events was the Junior Prom which was held at the Hotel Biltmore. Classmates, schoolmates, faculty, alumni and friends at- tended this gala affair. With the return for our senior year, some of our classmates were not with us. With RoUand Hill as President; Maddy Eager, Vice-President; Doris Dre- lish. Secretary; and Herman Felber, Treasurer, our senior year was the most glorious and productive of all. Student teaching was our crowning glory as all of us tried to get hold of our individual tasks with great earnestness and relevancy. We offered our loyal support to every branch of athletics and proved ourselves fervent leaders in the current extra-curricular activities. The last-lap was mingled with mitigation and regret. It was very ap- parent that members of our class were reluctant to leave school and the close association of old friends. Then — graduation overtook us. We had fulfilled our obligations and were thrilled with the result. By the close of the senior year our goal had been reached. We, who had such great plans for the future, were determined to carry with us through life the high ideals of our splendid leaders. Doris Drelich Class Historian. Page Twenty-jour

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ALL ' S FAIR IN ' 49 All roads lead to the Fair of ' 49. Known in popular conversation as the Jersey Dumps — acres of primeval bog, spongy marshland, — and haven for Burma Shave ads — the site is located in the County of Hague, and includes such population centers as Hague City, Kearny-on-Hague, and Haguerrison. It once presented a scene of stagnant pools, a source of evil odors that threatened asphyxiation to distressed inhabitants for miles around. Since that time the mosquitos have taken over control and have eaten all those inhabitants alive. On this site the world will witness what has been tersely described from dump to glory. The New Jersey World ' s Fair dramatically celebrates the 10th anniversary of the graduation of the illustrious Class of ' 39 of Panzer College. Those who formulated the theme determined that emulation was the highest tribute — that the Fair should attempt to accomplish in our day what these Panzerites did in theirs. The whistling of the wind died down, and our tri-motor plane made a beautiful three point landing. We were directed to the offices of Mr. FRANK MULVIHILL, President, New Jersey World ' s Fair Corp., 1949. Frank had labored mightily for four years to provide this great spectacle. He looked none the worse for it, for he had taken on some avoirdupois. Upon referring to our panoramic map, the Amusement Area presented itself as our first stop. At the north end, representing a medieval forest and archery range fea tured Miss JANET ZIMMERMANN, titleholder of the National Women ' s Archery Championship. Her exhibition displayed infallible marksmanship. Proceeding north, we stopped at the Auto Dodgem, for we had been informed that it was being sponsored by PHIL CUMMINGS, who had made a name for himself in auto racing. In the Marine Amphitheatre, famous Captain Scully of the American Red Cross Aquatic School was staging his Million Dollar Aquacade , starring Miss VIRGINIA ENGELS, the Surface Dive Queen , and featuring many of the alumni of the aquatic school in a spectacular show. Bordering the Plaza, Mrs. ELAINE KOCH KEHR, whose two daughters were in the able hands of a Girl Scout Camp for the summer, was resuming her career by acting as the Director of the Children ' s World. She helped create a highly imaginative realm designed primarily for entertainment but suffused with educational values. We were eager to reach Gorton Avenue, The Academy of Sports was ex- hibiting the outstanding sport trophies of the world-famous athlete, CARMINE DISPENZIERE. We also confirmed the rumor that he finally took the vows with one of our former classmates. By this time we were famished. Entering the Casino of Nations, famous eating-place, whose dining-room accommodates 2000 people and provides the music of a string orchestra, we were escorted to our table by Herr Engle. Mrs. Engle was acting as hostess. VIRGINIA SAN FILIPPO, who sat at the far end of the room, was indulging in a long drink. Our stomachs full and hearts light, we proceeded along FELBER Boule- vard. An impressive Communications and Business Building came into view. Since Pat had made rapid strides in the business world this important field of the Fair had been dedicated to him. In the Book Mart, CONNIE GILENSON was conducting the Book House for Children which featured attracti e and inspirational books of inter est to children. Pjge Tu ' enty-five