Penn Township High School - Penn Yearbook (Butler, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 78 of the 1942 volume:

ig WFIHIE JFIENIIUIIQJI 'OIF IDIENN IH II1l3Il'I IDIDIEJFIEN1 1 HAN IDJf 'U II: Jfllf IDWII 'CIE fl PUBLISHED BY THE SENIOR CLASS of PENN HIGH SCHOOL w r W HThe days may come, ihe days may go, Bu! sfill ihe hands of memory weave The blissful dreams of long agof, lSe1ected - Sweet Genevievenl By simply leafing fhrough the pages of fhis book, you may sirefeh oui your hands across fhe years and recapiure visions of your youfh. Recall fhe gayefy and happiness of ihose good old daysf, Sigh over your former sweelhearis. Smile over amusing classroom incidenis. We hope fha! each page will repre- sent fo you a never-to-be-forgotten memory. if 45 asf Q i tif yypp dd y p , ' rtt, a rrr .. J s 0 0 Here are Penn's faculty twins! Cheerful, friendly, co-operative and under- standing - these are the epithets portraying Messrs. Charles and Matthew Alcorn. Whether it is Mr. Charles Alcorn in the health class or Mr. Matthew Alcorn in the science class, a second glance is sometimes necessary to distinguish this popular pair because of their similarity in features, dress, gestures, and voice. This year, during Coach H. Randouifs absence, they coached Penn l-ligh's football team, which gave a credit- able performance. Besides coaching football, these active twins have had much to do with track and basketball. Mr. Matthew Alcorn taught basketball in his first three Ah 9 Q7 Quill mf? a gg, if F Gr- , fzziiglzg D11 A f 1-as so ,ff L 5 : '-S- ' il V, f avlllllflni '-I 'i.l'li - bb if - f f years at Penn High, and at present his brother Charles is conducting boys' gym classes in the high school and in the grade schools. Our winning track team also owes much to the Al- corns. To you, Messrs. Alcorn, we, the Senior Class of l942, proudly dedicate our Seneca. Q 1 l l ff , f 1 dministration - Faculty - Seniors - Under Classes wmv mm.,m.,.+.+W.,w-wm,,fMmWmw.m,.-umwwk A D IIQAUF II 'UN mit-19 The Hands at the Helm To us, the students, are extended the 'ihands at the helm -- the hands of the men who spend long hours inplotting the course of our scholastic life. First to greet us is lVlr. Fred E. Haines, Superin- tendent of the Penn Township Schools, who works hand in hand with our projects and ideas in order to help us achieve distinction and triumph. Then Mr. Norman F. l-loelzle, our principal, lends a helping hand. No matter what our problems are, whether they be difficulties with schedules, or something entirely different, he cheerfully assists us. A hand across the table is extended to us all by I our assistant principal, Mr. Joseph E.. Wherry. To him we take our absence excuses, our requests for dis- missal, our transportation problems, and always we re- ceive co-operation and a friendly smile. It is these three, then, to whom we turn for the hand- clasp of friendship, encouragement, and guidance. MR. FRED E. I-IAINI-is Supervising Principal MR. NORMAN F. I-IOELZLE MR. JOSEPH E.. WHERRY Principal of Penn High Assistant Principal Board of Education FIRST ROW - Mr. J. M. Watts, Presidentg Mr. J. E. Hetrick, Secretaryg Mr. A. Clair Mitchell, Treasurerg Mr. R. R. Brenlove, Solicitor. SECOND ROW - Mr. Kaufmann Stoner, Vice President, Mr. P. S. McWilliams, Mr. H. E. Dean, Mr. H. C. Murray Hidden in the background of our school life is a group of distinguished, helpful persons - the Board of Education. Seldom do we really appreciate all that they do for the student body. Occasionally someone asks, Don't they just take the taxes and then spend them? No one except the seven members of this group can realize the time and care involved in handling the taxes and in spending them. To direct the education of a territory as large as Penn Township isn't a facile task. But in the pro- ficient hands of these men, it is done efficiently and quickly. Because of their desire to augment our chances to gain a better education and, at the same time, to brighten the sunshine in our school life, we have a modern building, picture-book surroundings, the most suitable books and equipment, and a friendly talented faculty. Furthermore, this year the board matched our dollars in purchasing a new motion picture camera, an important item in the photography equipment. Comprising the board are: lVl. Watts, Presiclentg K. W. Stoner, Jr., Vice Presi- dentg E. l-letrick, Secretaryg A. Clair lVlitchell, Treasurerg Henry C. lVlurray, and the two new members, Harry E.. Dean, Sr., and Philip S. McWilliams. The solicitor is Attorney R. Rhody Brenlove. lf you ever forget all the advantages the board has provided, remember your par- ents' lament - ul wish l had the chance to go to school again. It was certainly dif- ferent in my dayf' Then be thankful for all the opportunities your School Board has provided. They will continue to serve this district long after we have left the portals of this school. 1First 'Row Across? Miss P. C. Massarelli Mr. J. Manton Mrs. E. M. Wert Miss A. E. I-Iofrneister Miss E. H. Klinar 4Second Row Across? Mr. J. P. Proksa Miss M. Richey Mr. H. L. Peters Mrs. M. G. Jeffrey Mr. J. H. Dressing lThird Row Across? Mrs. C. A. Brunton Mr. R. N. Stoner Miss M. C, Hindinan Miss M. Reed Miss E. M. Atkinson YFOUTIII Row Acrossb , - ' Mr. D. Scott Miss E. Glass Mr. A. F. Crane Miss C. Woods Mr. J. S. Kane 4Fif1:h Row Acrossi Mrs. N. Reeher Mrs. J. S. Spangler Miss M. Stoehr Mr. J. A. Gibson, Jr. Miss B. Reed r g-2 . .ef Q? 5 ,W N Ri I N .... if 5 J.-QQ. r 'J' A: 1 gs., J 4 'g.,:fi L .Q V D . I 'Tl' I . is .. . as . 2, ' we f ., -g.:.,:-as I -- . E. , A 5 it 1 I '45 . , :-. - - 5 .. . f. 1 - 5 uf, 4' ' A ' - . -1 ff: M1552 '.?'i..'- ' 7 :J 3 ROW ONE - Miss P. C. MASSARELLI, University of Pittsburgh, A.B.g MR. J. MANTON, Uni- Miss versity of Pittsburgh, A.B.g MRS. E. M. WERT, University of Pittsburgh, A.B.g A. E. HOFMEISTER, Indiana State Teachers College, B.S., University of Pittsburgh, M.E., Miss E. H. KLTNAR. University of Pittsburgh, B.S. ROW TWO - MR. J. P. PROKSA, Pennsylvania State College, B.S., Miss M. RICHEY, Office Secretary, MR. H. L. PETERS, Muskingum, A.B., University of Pittsburgh, M.E., MRS. M. G. JEFFREY, Indiana State Teachers College, B.S. in Public School Music, MR. J. H. DRESSING, California State Teachers College, B.S. ROW THREE - MRS. C. A. BRUNTON, Indiana State Teachers College, B.S., MR. R. N. STONER, Carnegie Institute of Technology, Miss M. C. HINDMAN, Indiana State Teachers College, Miss M. REED, Ohio Wesleyan University, A.B,g Miss E. M. ATKINSON, Grove City College, B.S. FOURTH ROW - MR. D. SCOTT, California State Teachers College, B.S., Miss E. GLASS, University of Pittsburgh, A.B., M. Litt., MR. A. F. CRANE, Greenville College, AB., Miss C, WOODS, School Nurse, West Penn Hospital Training School, R.N.g MR. J. S. KANE, Waynesburg College, B.S. FIFTH ROW - MRS. N. REEHER, Westminster College, B.B.A.g MRS. J. S. SPANGLER, Geneva College, A.B., Carnegie Institute of Technology, B.S. in LS., Miss M. STOEHR, Slippery Rock State Teachers College, University of Pittsburgh, AB., MR. J. A. GIBSON, JR., Grove City, B.S., University of Pittsburgh, M.E., Miss B. REED, Muskingum, A.B., Uni- versity of Pittsburgh, M.E. 3 X if eg. 4 y MR. C. M. DIBLE 3 F , Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds . . S FIRST ROW - MR. G. C. CLARK, Indiana State Teachers, B.S.: MRS. J. C. DAU, North- western University, A.B.g Miss A. J. McQU1sroN, Allegheny College, A.B.g Miss V. A. KENNEDY, Duquesne University, Bach. of Ed., Miss D. J. CURRAN, Indiana State Teachers. B.S. SECOND ROW - MR. J. BERG, Muskingum College, A.B.g MR. F. NEMEC, Indiana State Teachers, B.S., MRS. E. C. PROKSA, Indiana State Teachers, B.S. in Commercial Ed., Miss E. M. THOMAS, Grove City, Duquesne University, A.B.g MR. C. ALCORN, Uni- versity of Pittsburgh, B.S. THIRD ROW - MR. M. ALCORN, University of Pittsburgh, B.S.g MR. G. R. DAVIS, Slippery Rock, B.S. in Health and Physical Ed., Miss M. J. MCCRACKEN, University of Pitts- burgh, A.B., M. in Latin, MRS. J. PFEIFFER, Edinboro State Teachers, B.S. in Public School Art, Miss M. BERG, Slippery Rock. B.S. FOURTH ROW - Miss M. J. HEGGIE, Penna. College for Women. A.B.g MR. J. K. INGOLD, Westminster College, A.B.g MR. J. C. JUDGE, University of Chicago, Ph.D.g Miss A. BURKHOLDER, Frick Teachers College, B.S., MRs. M. L. BAKER, University of Pitts- burgh, B.S. fFirst Row Across? Mr. G. C. Clark Mrs. J. C. Dau Miss A. J. McQuiston Miss V. A. Kennedy Miss D. J. Curran i' fSecond Row Across? Mr. J. Berg Mr. F. Nemec Mrs. E. C. Proksa Miss E. M. Thomas Mr. C. Alcorn 1Third Row Across? Mr. M. Alcorn Mr. G. R. Davis Miss M. J. McCracken Mrs. J. Pfeiffer if ,,,. Miss M. Berg tFourth Row Across? Miss M. J. Heggie Mr. J. K. Ingold Mr. J. C. Judge Miss A. Burkholder Mrs. M. L. Baker 'ID IL Jflf I First Row Mabel Fry, Mrs. Dau, Mr. Manton. Miss Hof- rneister, Marian Maibach Second Row Jim Stoner, John Kope- lic, Viola Monfredo, William Sanderson, Fred Bey. Third Row Steve Stefanos, Vencil Kokal, Howard Charrie, Charles Duffet, Harry Dean. We entered the halls of Penn l-ligh with much misgiving perhaps, but nevertheless with much pleasure. Many things were strange at first. We couldn't understand the marks made by the Gregg Pals, our shorthand friends. Aid came at last as we three hundred eighty-five breathless Freshies listened to Mel- vin Snyder explain the glories of our school at our first Freshman assembly. Later Dr. C. E.. Peters remarked, HPenn High is the finest building in Allegheny County. We were exceedingly proud to be members of such an institution that gave us such advantages as the Art Club, and the splendid athletic organizations as our football, basketball, and track teams. When a number of the Freshman class topped the list of honor students, we knew we had a future. We entered into the spirit of our school by attending football games and the Halloween Party and joining the various clubs. With spring came Open House and we proudly escorted our parents from room to room. Then the golf team won its first W. P. l. A. L. Trophy and when the first school annual, the Seneca, was published, we hurriedly scanned the pages for our pictures. Thus ended a most enjoyable year. The second year brought noticeable changes. Our splendid band wore new red and gold uniforms. At each football game they proudly displayed their talents. First it was county recognition - now State. New bleachers, too, had been erected. Some gala events during the year were the Halloween and Sopho- more parties. The organization of our G. A. A. and the holding of intra-mural activities proved that women, as well as men, can provide high-calibre athletes. This year, Jean Froelich was elected Miss Sub-Deb, a great honor indeed. The book week contest, sponsored by our librarian, proved very interesting and prizes were duly awarded. Beautiful red and gold outfits were purchased for our cheerleaders. Our Sophomore year, a brilliant and successful one, ended with the Band Concert presented as a part of the summer program on June l l. Our third year commenced with the election of William Sanderson as Junior Class President. Early in the year a few members wondered what the girls carried in their purses. Among the articles listed were forks, shoe polish, pickles, and boys' pictures. With the introduction of the K-M-E-Ish Club, the La Confradia Espanola and the Variety Club, the students were given a diversity of new organizations to choose from. The presentation of our Junior Class play, Young April, the Fall Frolicf' and the Music Festival caused much ex- citement and pleasure and those class members who missed these performances learned that they had missed an excellent time. Later came that memorable night of May ninth, the night of the Junior-Senior reception. This year we received our class rings - this fact, together with the annexation of our third straight golf championship, and the addition of a new projector and public address unit for our auditorium, made the class a jubilant group. The Senior year found everyone going about his work with added zeal. The class officers were as follows: William Sanderson, president, Fred Bey, vice presi- dent, Jim Stoner, treasurer: Viola Monfredo, secretaryg and John Kopelic, his- torian. We noted the new scoreboard, which proved exceedingly valuable at the Westinghouse game, our first against city league opposition, and all ensuing con- tests. Under lVlr. Kane's supervision, the Nature Club originated. Later the French Club, with Miss I-leggie as sponsor, was formed. The Fall Fiesta proved a great success, as did the lVlikado. The sweet memory of our band marching in the Armistice Day Parade in Pittsburgh was short-lived as our country plunged into a bitter conflict with the Japanese on December 7. On January I6, the hilarious Senior Class Play, Footloose, was presented by a talented group. Then came the glorious event, the Junior-Senior reception, followed by the Senior Prom. Baccalaureate services were held on May 29 and Commencement on June 3. The planting of our class tree was the final act of the Class of '42. We then bade farewell, not only to an institution of learning, but to the pride and joy of our hearts - Penn High School. U01-IN KoPELic.J IH :mr-o :Dy OA 4 ? 'iXql l Senior Class of 1942 - WILLIAM SANDERSON - Class President 2, 3, 4g Cue and Curtain 3, 4g Hi-Y 3, 4, Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4, Home Room Officer 1, 2, 3, Junior Class Board, Merit Parade, Penn Points 2, 3, 4, Business Manager 3, Rostrum 2, Senior Class Board, Student Council 2, 3, 4, Presi- dent 3g 'tYoung April. .... An indispensable member of the class .,... Bill is really a 'tSuperman. FRED BEY w- Class Officer 4, Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Hi-Y 3, 4g Home Room Ohicer 1, 25 Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 43 Penn Points 1, 2, 3, 4, Editor-in-Chief 4, Advance- Leader Editor 3, Senior Class Board, Young April. .... Dynamic personality .... tops in looks .... dependable and an all 'round regular fellow. JANE ARNONE -- Fifth Avenue High School 1, 2, 3 ..... One of those people that's always fair, she wants to arrange people's hair. JAMES AUSTIN - Football 3, 4 ..... A good sense of humor and a jolly smile are im- portant with Jim ..... Enjoys repairing old cars .... is - going to make a successful auto mechanic. DOROTHY BINZ - Girl Reserves 4, K-M-E-Ish 4g Cheering Squad 4g Sub-Deb Club 2 ..... Blond and graceful, Dot has a special liking for ice skating. GEORGE BLANCK - Stage Crew 4 ..... Trustworthy and wise, his faults are few, he's a popular member of our stage crew. L VIOLA MONFREDO - Band 1. 2, 3. 4, Penn Points 1, 2. 3, Girl Reserves 3, 4, Home Room officer 2, 4, Sub-Deb 2, Perfect Attendance 1, 2, 3, Class Ofiicer 3, 4, Seneca Staff, Editor-in-Chief, Comitivas Espanolas 4, President 4, Les Amis de la France 4. Vice Presi- dent 4, Honor Roll 1. 2, 3, 4, Junior Class Board, Senior Class Board. . . . Versatile . . . eager to please . . . considerate . . . and a hard worker ..,. Do you wonder why she is so well liked? JAMES STONER - Orchestra 2. 3. 4, Class Officer 3, 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, Comitivas Espanolas 4, Chorus 4, Band 1. 2, 3. 4: Cue and Curtain 4, 'fFoot-Loose. . . . Full of energetic enthusiasm .... Jimmy is our super salesman and business manager de luxe. JOHN KOPELIC - Class ofiicer 4, Honor Roll 1. 2, 3. 41 Home Room Of- ficer 4, K-M-E-Ish 4, Seneca Staff 4, Senior Class Board, Student Patrol 4 .... 'fJohnny fiutters the feminine hearts by his subtle flattery . . . his dreamy eyes .... His determined chin will make him successful in all his enterprises. WILLIAM ALBERTS - As- sistant Track Manager 1, 2, Band 2. 3, 4, Class Oliicer 2, Junior Class Board, Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Les Amis de la France 4, President 4, Head Track Manager 3, 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, Home Room Ofiicer 1. 2. 3, Honor Roll 1, 2. 3. 4, Orchestra 3, 4, Penn Points 1, 2. 3, 4, Sports Editor 3, 4, Post-Gazette Reporter 4, Rostrum 1, 2, Student Council 2. 3, 4, Presi- dent 4, f'Foot-Loose. . . . With his brains and snappy tweeds he'll be tops in his field. VICTORIA AMBROSE Y Girl Reserves 4, Hall Patrol 3. 4, Honor Roll 1. 2, 3. 4, K-M-E- Ish 3. 4, Office Staff 4, Penn Points 2. 3 .... Vickie's long-lashed eyes are mirrors of friendliness. RUTH ANDERSON - Chorus 2, 3. 4, Girl Reserves 4, HH. M. S. Pina- fore , Home Room Oiiicer 1, 2, 3, 4, Honor Roll 2, 3, Junior Homemakers 4, Les Amis de la France 4. . Ruth will make an enticing aviatrix. CHARLES BAMBARGER - Camera Club 1, 2, Hi-Y 3, 4, Science Club 4, Sportsmen's Club 1, 2, Track Team 4: Wrest- ling Club 3 .... f'Bammie . . . a friendly blond-haired chap . . . is an ambitious fellow. LOIS BEATTY - K-M-E-Ish 4, Orchestra 2, 3 .... Lois likes to spend most of her time at the piano or on the roller skating rink. MARY BECHDEL 7 Chorus 2. 3. 4, G. A. A. 2. 3, 4, Girl Reserves 4, Junior Homemakers 4, Les Amis de la France 4, Sub-Deb 2 .... Her nimble fingers create beautiful costumes . . . a fine start for her ambition to bc a Home Economics teacher. PHOEBE BERG - Band 2, 3, 4, G. A. A. 1, 2 .... Care- free and content . . , nothing disturbs Dolly, PHYLLIS BERGENT - Comitivas Espanolas 4, Second Vice President, Girl Reserves 3, 4, Corresponding Secretary 4, Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4, Seneca Staff .... Fastidious . . . intelligent . . . lovable . . . words don't do justice to our MPhil.', AGNES BERTOVIC Y G. A. A. 1. 2, 4, Home Room Offi- cer 4, Junior Homemakers 4 .... Aggie is noted for her sportsmanship in all athletic activities. GERTRUDE BODNAR - Junior Homemakers 4 .,.. So calm, level- headed and sweet . . . Any occasion she's ready to meet. DOROTHY BOOHER - Girl Reserves 4, Junior Homemakers 4, President 4 ..., Her favorite pastime is reading . . . The Junior Homemakers she's leading. HAZEL BOOHER - K-M-E-Ish 4, Girl Reserves 4 .... Quiet, reserved, but always pleasant .... Hazel is a sincere 'fpal to all who know her. ANDREW BORKOVICH - Golf team 2, 3. 4 .... We expect to see Andy's name in headlines on the sports page several years from now. RUTH BOYD - Girl Reserves 4, K-M-E-Ish Club 4, Twirlers' Club 3 .... To dance 4 that is Ruth's favorite way of spending her leisure hours. EVA BOYT - Grade School Messenger 4, K-M-E-Ish Club 3, 4, Penn Points 2, 3 .,.. Kind and helpful Eva usually thinks of another's welfare before her own. ff: 6 57,12 X ffsizsff. ' V, ,W .i re, ,E lf 522: FLORENCE BREGANT - G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, Junior Homemakers 4, Home Room Officer 4. . . . A lively little girl .... How we envy her endless energy. FREDERICKA BROWN - Girl Reserves 3, 4, Junior Homemakers 4, Librarian Assistant l. 2, 3, 4, Westinghouse 1 .... Smiling and sweet Freddie . . . What would our librarian do without her? . . . She'll be a real success with books. VALRE BROWN - Junior Homemakers 4 .... A versatile person .... Hmmm .... We can just taste her de- licious cakes. CHARLES BUHOT - Honor Roll 1, Wrestling Club 3 .... Where there's mischief concerned, one may be certain that good-natured Red is involved. BETTY CALCAMP - Junior Homemakers 4 .... Beautiful gowns created by Betty, will soon be her slogan. She wishes to become a seamstress. JUNE CALDARELLI - Girl Reserves 3, 4, Home Room Oflicer 3, K-M-E-Ish Club 4, Student Patrol 3, 4, Sub- Deb Club 2, 3 .... Her dancing black eyes make June one of the better-known members of the Student Patrol. DOROTHY CERVENYAK -4 Girl Reserves 4, Junior Home- makers 4 .... What a treat it is to see Dorothy smile ! HOWARD CHARRIE - Band 2, 3, 4, Class Board 3, 4, Cue and Curtain 3, 4, President 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, Home Room Officer 1, 2, 3, 4, Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4, Student Council 3, 4, Young April. . . . Personality plus . . . with that Pepsodent Smile . . . music-minded . . . sure to become famous with t'Lena, his bass fiddle. MARGARET CLARKE - Girl Reserves 3. 4, Sub-Deb 3 .... Mar- garet is an earnest worker who does each day's work to the best of her ability. WARD CLEGG - Basketball Manager 3, Chorus 2, 3, 4, HH. M. S. Pinaforen, Home Room Officer 2, Mikado , Comitivas Espanolas 4, Student Patrol 2, Track 1, 2, 3, 4 ,... Care- free Cleggy . . . the track speedster of our class ..., With his physique he should model clothes. THOMAS COLE - Chorus 2, 3, 4, Comitivas Espanolas 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, HH. M. S. Pinaforevg Honor Roll 3, Mikado , The Nativity , Perfect Attendance 1, 2, 3, 4, P. I. A. A. Health Run, Sportsmerfs Club 1, 2 .... He's a loyal and true friend . . . for him success lies just around the bend. MARY LOUISE COLOMBO - Cheering Squad 4, Girl Reserves 4, Home Room Officer 4, K-M-E-Ish 4, Sub-Deb 2 .... Whenever she's needed she's sure to appear .... Something is always happening when Mary is near. MARJORIE COURTY - Comitivas Espanolas 4, Third Vice President, Girl Reserves 3, 4, Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4, Perfect Attendance 1, 3, Seneca Staff ..., Brilliant and sweet . . . Marge is everybody's friend. WILBERT CUPPS - Orchestra 2 .... Who wouldn't know Wilbert? He's always around to add his own brilliant suggestions. ALVIN DAILEY - Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Honor Roll 4, Track 4 .... He's the t'Bugle boy of our band. . . . He models planes in his spare time . . . wants to be an electrical engineer. CATHERINE DAVIS - K-M-E-Ish 3, 4, Vice President 4, Olfice Staff 4, Penn Points 3, 4, Seneca Staff, Sub-Deb 2, 3 .... Soft-spoken, fun-loving, easy-going t'Kate, iills your dullest moments with joy and laughter. DAVID DAVIS - Hi-Y 4, Science Club 4, Wilkinsburg High 1, 2, 3 .... His endearing smile, sincerity, and his friendliness combine to make Dave 'tsuperf' HAROLD DAVIS - Basketball 1, Football 1, 3, 4, Stage Crew 4 .... Straps, curly hair and blue eyes top a physique that is the envy of all the ardent football fans. 'Wt ' l as Senior Class 1942 PAUL CAMPBELL - Central High .... Quiet and shy. he seldom chatters, natural and sincere, all that matters. JANET CARLTON - K-M-E-Ish 4 .... Always ready to lend a helping hand5 there's no one nicer o'er all this land. NORMA CORCORAN M Junior Homemakers 4 ..,. A heartsome, cheery, wee lass5 in athletics she's so keen and fast. PEARL COSTAS - Chorus 2, 35 Les Amis de la France 45 Girl Reserves 3, 45 Home Room Oflicer 25 Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 45 Junior Class Board 35 Penn Points 1, 2, 3, 45 Seneca Staffg Comitivas Espanolas 45 Sub-Deb 25 Foot-Loose. . . . Ask anybody about her and you'll get just one enthusiastic answer, She's swell I HELEN DAVIS - G. A. A. 45 Junior Home- makers 45 Track 1, 3 .... Optimistic and frankg on her we can always bank, HARRY DEAN - Band 1. 2, 3, 45 Student Director 3, 45 Cue and Curtain 45 Hi-Y 3, 4, Presi- dent 45 Home Room Officer 2, 3, 45 Orchestra 1. 2, 3, 45 Comitivas Espanolas 45 Student Council 3. 45 'Toot-Loose. . . A modern knight . . . Harry is a perfect gentleman. HIDHISH Senior Class of t I c i 1 9 'T A':A t L if ...... MARTHA DEAN - Girl Reserves 3, 43 Comitivas Espanolas 4 .... An unassuming and industrious miss. ANTOINETTE DE CECCO - Girl Reserves 43 Junior Homemakers 43 Sub-Deb 2 .... A clear complexion and jet-black hair .... A good sport . . . she never refuses a dare. LOUIS DROP - Basketball 1, 2, 3, 43 Varsity Football 4 .... Every- one's pal with his carefree ways . . . hc's as happy as can be . . . a whizz at basketball and football. ELEANOR DUFF - Chorus 2, 3, 43 Cue and Curtain 43 Girl Reserves 3, 43 HH. M. S. Pinafore 3 3'The Mikado 3 Honor Roll 1, 2, 33 Comitivas Espanolas 4. . . . In a crowd or among a few, 'tDuffy is always a jolly companion. MARILYN EWING - Chorus 2, 3, 43 Girl Reserves 3, 43 Home Room Officer 23 Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 43 Perfect Attendance 2, 3 .... A good pal . . . a co-operative person with a line personality . . . these excellent traits are our Marilyn's. GRACE FISHER - Band 23 Class Board 33 Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Corresponding Secretary 43 Home Room Officer 2, 33 K-M- E-Ish 43 Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 43 Perfect Attendance 2, 3, 4 .... Twinkling blue eyes and an Irish grin is a part of Gracie . . . Her sweet personality will lead her to success. Broken Up Pass .al 191 ,,,,,pip' 'Q 'Q .. ' -ri? .ff s, f 5' K x '52 fa -wig, wsjflwefm .f ff ag ,. A A53 A3 '23 g A? WILLIAM DEEM - Basketball l, Track 3, 4, Cross-country Team 4, Stage Crew 4, Scoreboard 4 .... Fast on the track-but the girls call him Bashful Willyf' HELEN DELANCEY - G. A. A. 1, 2, Home Room Officer l, 3, Penn Points 2, 3, 4, Library As- sistant 2, 3, 4, Girl Reserves 3, 4, Cheerleader 4, Seneca Staff .... A friendly gal -one who has an everlasting flow of energy. VERNA DEMSHAR - Girl Reserves 4, G. A. A. 4, K-M-E-Ish Club 4 .... Verna's ambition is to become a secretary to some radio star. We know she can't miss. JACK DEWSEN - Band 2, 3 .... Won't Jack look marvelous behind an executive's desk? Ambition-to head an airline. BILL DIBLE- Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, Home Room Officer 1, 2. 3, 4, Science Club 1, 3, Camera Club 2, Radio Club 2 .... His talents stand out like his red hair - happy-go-lucky, never a care. LAURA DIZAK - Chorus 2, 4, Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Girl Reserves 4, Home Room Oliicer 4, Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4, K-M-E-Ish Club 3, 4, Secretary 4, Office Staff 4, Young April. . . . Laura has a pleasing voice, a pleasant manner, and a smile that any girl would be proud to own. CHARLES DUFFETT - Home Room Officer 1. 2, 3, 4, Band 2, 3, 4, Student Council 2, 3, 4, Vice President 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, 'tYoung April , Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Vice President 4, Science Club 3, 4 .... He swaggers around and in brains he abounds. MICHAEL DUNN - Science Club 1, Football 2, Foot-Loose. . . . Tall, blond, and a Grecian build go to make up t'Superman . . . his singing voice can be heard through the halls. BERNICE DURNIOK - K-M-E-Ish Club 3, 4, Pennart Club, Seneca Staff 4, . . . Bernie has an excellent humor, a pleasing personality, and a smile that's tops. ESTELLE EASLER - Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Home Room Officer 3, 'tYoung April , Girl Reserves 4, Honor Roll l .... A gay giggle and a blond head emerging from the crowd . . . you're right, it's Estelle. RUTH END-Sub-Deb 2, Girl Reserves 4, Junior Home- makers 4 .... Pretty. petite, with a darling smile . . . sophisticated Ruth is really a worth- while person. LaVERNE EVANS - G. A. A. l, Hall Patrol 2, 3, Junior Homemakers 4, Home Room Officer 4, Girl Reserves 4 .... A happy smile and a bright saying is ex- pectant of 'tVern. . . . Dreams of the day when she can travel to far-off places. JOHN FITZROY - Basketball 1, 2, Stage Crew 3, 4 .... He likes to hunt and roller-skate, to be an engineer is on his slate. MARY JAYNE FITZROY - Chorus 3, Honor Roll 2, 3. , . . Her peaches and cream complexion is envied by everyone. THOMAS FORD - Stage Crew 4, Football 3, 4 .... Tom is one of our jolly football Hcelebritiesu but his great ambition is to become a band leader. JACK FOWKES - Football Varsity 3, Radio Club 1, Stage Crew 4 .... He has dimples that make the girls go wild and a live- for-each-day attitude. RONALD FOWLER - Football Manager 4, Golf 2, 3, 4, Hi- Y 4, Les Amis de la France 4, Science Club 4 .... Tally-ho! Here comes that mighty hunter . . . Ronnie . . . a he-man. JEANNE FROELICH - Chorus 2, Comitivas Espanolas 4, Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Recording Secretary 4, Girl Reserves 4, Home Room Officer 2, 4, Penn Points 3, 4, Spring Festival , Sub-Deb Club 2, 3, t'The Nativity 2, Foot-Loosef' . . . A lively pattern for friendship . . . shining black locks . . . a flashing smile . . . and a cheerful disposition ,... Jeanne is queen of our Senior Class. MABEL FRY - Class Board 4, G. A. A. 1, 2, Home Room Ofiicer 4 .... A jolly person to know . . . a true friend to have ..., With her skating ability she's sure to become famous. BETTY GARNER - Band 1, 2, Home Room Officer 4, K-M-E-Ish Club 3, 4, Treasurer 4, Seneca Stai 4, Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4 .... Her reserved manners cloak one of the finest personalities in dear old P. H. S. She collects college pennants. ALMA GARRISON - Basketball 1, Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, Les Amis de la France 4, Perfect Attendance 1, 2, 3. . . . An angel-faced, happy-go-lucky jitterbug .... Ami has danced her way into all our hearts. ROBERT GASTON - An outdoor lad who takes a great interest in hunting and trapping. MARION GEORGE - Chorus 1. 2, 4, Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Home Room Officer 1, 2, 3, Les Amis de la France 4, Mikado . . . Tiny f'Ching is every- one's pal - we couldn't like her any more if she were taller. LEONARD GLANTON-4 Boxing Team 4, Chorus 2, 4, Intramural Basketball 3 .... With his agility and muscles, Leonard is bound to become a famous boxer. VERONICA GRABOSKI - Home Room Officer 3, K-M-E-Ish Club 3, 4, President, Penn Points 3, 4, Sub-Deb Club 2, 3 .... Did you say you wanted a lovely girl with a pleasing smile and an efficient worker in any field? Veronica is the person. ELIZABETH GRAHAM Y Girl Reserves 3, 4, K-M-E- Ish 4, Sub-Deb 2, 3 .... 'iLibby', strikes the happy medium between a sophisticate and an all-around good sport. MARJORIE GRAHAM - Cue and Curtain 4, Cheering Squad 4, Girl Reserves 4, Honor Roll 1, 2, 3. 4, 'tFoot-Loose , Les Amis de la France 4, Penn Points 3, Seneca Staff 4, Feature Editor, Sub-Deb 2, 3 .... A dash of sophistication . . . loads of sweetness . . . charming manners . . . Marge is one in a million. ANNE GRAY - Cue and Curtain 4, Les Amis de la France 4, 'tYoung April 3 .... A piquant face, a lovely smile ..,. Anne is extremely popular. ROBERT GUESMAN - Baxter Junior High 1, Westinghouse Senior High, HFoot-Loose , Cue and Curtain 4 .... What a handsome pilot he'll make ..... All the girls envy Bob's wavy hair. LARRY HAINES - Camera Club 3, 4, President, Science Club 3, 4, Hi-Y 3. 4, Seneca Staff 4, Penn Points 4, Cheerleader 4, Home Room Ofncer 4 .,.. A candid camera fan - Larry makes a rather nice picture himself. WILLIAM HAWKINS - Wrestling Club 3, 4, Foot-Loose , Cue and Curtain 4 .... Whenever you see someone holding up half of Mr. Alcorn's gym class, your best bet is 'tHerculean Hawkins. JAMES HAYMAKER - Band 1, 2, Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Orchestra 3, Hi-Y 3, 4, Home Room Oiiicer 1, Honor Roll 2, 3, 4, Les Amis de la France 4, Science Club 2, 3, 4, Seneca Staff 4, Young April. . . . Tall, dark Casanova of our class . . . his poems are good . . . his jokes are better . . . with his ability he'll be the pride of our class. RUTH HEGGIE - Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Girl Reserves 4, Home Room Oliicer 2, 3, Honor Roll 3, 4, Seneca Staff 4, Comitivas Espanolas 4, Foot-Loose. . . . A true pal we couldn't get along without . . . always laughing and gay . . . her ambition to go to college will surely come true. CHARLES HEID - Stage Crew 3, 4 .... Charles excels in fishing, hunting, and driving a Hsnappyu Buick. BETTY HENDERSHOT - Junior Homemakers 4 .... Friendly Betty is a whizz at sewing and fancy-work .... Wants to become a beautician and own her own shop. ELNORA HOLDEN f Chorus 2, 3, 4, Comitivas Espanolas 4, G. A. A. 1, 2, Girl Reserves 3, 4, The Mikado , Seneca Staff 4, Foot-Loose. . . . Neat and attractive . . . in all athletics she is active. Senior Class 1942 ALFRED GOODISON - Hi-Y 43 Science Club 2, 3, Spanish Club 4 .... Goodie is noted for being a carefree chap whose greatest desire is to join the Marines. HENRY GRABOWSKI - Basketball 1, 2, 3, Football 1, 2, 3, 4 .... All-American flashback . . . Whitey's really athletic. BETTY JEAN HANEY - Westinghouse 1, 2, 3 .... Betty hasn't been with us very long but we do know she finds special pleasure in dancing. FRED HARCHELROAD - Basketball 1, 2, Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 43 German Club 23 Hi-Y 3, 43 Home Room Officer 1. 25 Science Club 1, 2, 3, 45 Track 1, 2, 3, 4 ,... If his controversial attitude in P. O. D. class continues, we're sure he'll make a fine lawyer. ANTHONY HUBERT - Hi-Y 3, 4, Home Room Officer 1g Science Club 4 .... Cope wins all the girls' hearts with his engaging grin .... In fact, mmm-rn-m, we rather go for that. ALICE HUGHEY - G. A. A. 43 Intramural Sports 33 Westinghouse High School 1 ..,. She likes to dance, skate, and sew . , . a long way she's sure to go. Pcnn's Airplane Senior Class of 1942 VENCIL JELOVCHAN - Cue and Curtain 3, 4g Golf 2, Hi-Y 3, 4g Home Room Officer lg Honor Roll lg Seneca staff 4, Assistant Business Manager .... A hearty laugh and a good- natured quip announce Vencil's presence. ARTHUR JOHNSON - Les Amis de la France 4g Track 1, 2, 3, 4 .... Arthur has been Penn's star high-jumper for two years, now he Wishes to take college and success into his next leaps. PEARL KENNEDY - Girl Reserves 43 K-M-E-Ish Club 4 .... There might be a great number of feminine hearts taken by men, but if you get Miss Kennedyis, you'll really have a Pearl. ELIZA- BETH KENNEDY - Baxter High School lg Westinghouse 2 .... Small and dark with a friendly smile for everyone - with her ability she's bound to make a good swimming instructor. JEANNE KONOP - Brad- dock High School l, 2, 3g Girl Reserves 4g K-M-E-Ish Club 4 .... A newcomer who has Won her Way into our hearts - loves to dance and hopes to become a famous dress designer. DOROTHY KORN - Camera Club 2, Chorus 2, 43 Peabody High School lg Hall Patrol 2 .... Jackie loves to chatter and is interested in dramatics - Wants to be a nurse. Senior Members at Their Las! Camen . ,JJ b w I I J Ak DONALD JOHNSTON - Band 2. 35 Cheerleader 45 Cue and Curtain 45 Hi-Y 45 Science Club 45 Sportsmen's Club 1 .... Positively super in every detail5 'tDonnie captures every- one's heart. BETTE KATZENMEYER - Chorus 3, 45 K-M-E-Ish 45 H, M. S. Pina- fore 5 'The Mikado 5 Sub-Deb 2 ..., Originality is Bette's keynote . . . her modish clothes are self designed. MABEL KEATING - Band 25 Chorus 45 Cue and Curtain 3, 45 Home Room Officer 1, 35 Honor Roll 3, 45 K-M-E-Ish 3, 45 'The Mikado 5 Office Stai 45 Perfect Attendance 1, 2, 3, 45 Seneca Staff 45 Young April. . . . A true friend, sincere in thought, noble in character, and unequalled as a fun-maker. HERVEY KELLER - Band 1, 2, 3, 45 Camera Club 1, 25 Comitivas Espanolas 45 Home Room Officer 35 Hi-Y 3, 4. . . . Carefree. scatterbrain . . . never a care, but we always know when Hervey is there. JEANNE KELLY - Home Room Ofiicer 2. 35 K-M-E-Ish 3, 45 Girl Reserves 45 Honor Roll 1, 2 .... Gay, light-hearted Jeanne believes there must be a bright side to everything. BERNARD KENEAVY - 'fBerny, as he is known to his friends, goes for sports in a big way. PEARL KEY - Junior Homemakers 4 .... She's better known to us as 'tPearly Gate 5 everyone falls for her delicious cake. SHIRLEY KIER - G. A. A. 45 Junior Homemakers 45 Sub-Deb 2, 3, Officer 3 .... A cute little giggle, sparkling eyes, and a vivid personality compose this future home economics teacher. JAMES KIR- CHARTZ - Band 2, 3, 45 Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 45 Pennart Club 1 .... He's got rhythm in his hands, a smile on his face, and chewing gum in his mouth. VENCIL KOKAL - Cross Country Team 45 Hi-Y 45 Home Room Oflicer 3. 45 Honor Roll 45 Student Council 4 .... There is no doubt that Coke's ambition to become a great track star will be realized. ALEX KOLUEZEZ - Basketball 15 Honor Roll 1 .... A quiet, well-liked, friendly fellow. JULIA KOMESHIC - Comitivas Espanolas 4 ,... Does everything in a slow, deliberate way . . . springs an amusing joke every now and then. ETHEL KOSCO -- Cue and Curtain 3, 45 Girl Reserves 3, 4, Treasurer 45 Home Room Onicer 2, 45 Les Amis de la France 45 Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 45 t'Mikado 5 Perfect Attendance 1. 2, 35 Seneca Staff, Assistant Editor5 Young April? , . . The songbird of our class . . . a sparkling personality .... Ethel is a must-know friend. ELBERT KRATER - Chorus 2, 3, 45 H. M. S. Pinafore 5 Per- fect Attendance 2, 35 t'The Mikado. . . . Won't Elbert look grand as a mounted policeman wearing a badge? HELEN KRAWCHIK - Junior Hornemakers 4. .5 . . Slender and slight, Helen is gifted with a talent for dancing. LOIS KUHN - Band 1, 2, 3, 45 K-M- E-Ish Club 4 .... Lovable Lois is a sweetheart5 she can really play her way into the hearts of men. WALLACE LAFFERTY - Hall Patrol 3. 45 Science Club 45 Verona High School 1, 2 .... The friendly patrolnian who has an answer to everything. JOHN LARNER - Westinghouse High School 1, 2, 3 .... With swift, nimble feet he's an all- around athlete. 3' -H 'F ff? NORA LEES - Chorus 4, Cue and Curtain 4, Girl Reserves 3, 4, Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, Seneca 4, Sub-Deb 2, 3 .... With her perfect teeth, Fuzzy would make a good toothpaste ad- vertisement. JAMES LENNOX - Basketball 2, Track 4, Coatesville High School ,... Participating in various sports .... He's a friendly, agreeable sort. ROSE LIBERTO - Chorus 3, Girl Reserves 3, 4, Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, Les Amis de la France 4, Pennart Club 2, Perfect Attendance 1, 2, Seneca 4 .... Beautiful hair , . . mischievous eyes . . . t'Roses is really cut out to be a homemaker. CARL LINAMEN -- Band 3. 4, Hi-Y 4, t'Mikado , Orchestra 4, Perfect Attendance 1, 2, 3, 4, Penn Points 3, Science Club 4 .... Cheerful dis- position . . . musically-minded . . . has many Hpalsf' JOSEPH LITVAK - Stage Crew 4 ..... Never a care for books or studies . . . Joe likes to spend his leisure time taking movies. BETTY LIVINGSTON - Sub-Deb 2 .... Her gay chatter brightens the dullest day. DOROTHY LOTT M G. A. A. 4 .... A down-to-earth person with her share of mirth and joy. JAMES MCGOWAN - There's never a dull moment at any activity when genial Jim the Hgeneral' gets started. GRACE MCILRATH - Band 1, 2, 3, K- M-E-Ish Club 3, 4, Office Staff 4, Perfect Attendance 2 .... Everyone likes Grace .... Her greatest desire is to be a beautician .... May your Wish be fulfilled, Grace. KATHRYN MCKINLEY - Verona High 1, Girl Reserves 4, K-M-E-Ish Club 4, Sub-Deb Club 2 .... A beautiful brunette with a charming manner, high ideals, and qualities that satisfy everyone. GLORIA MCMANNIS - Art Club 2, Chorus 2, 3, 4, Cue and Curtain 3. 4, Drum Majorette 2, 3, 4, H. M. S. Pinafore , Honor Roll l, 2, 3, 4, Mikado , Penn Points 3, 4, Seneca Staff 4, Spanish Club 4 .... Smiling, blue eyes . . . shining black hair to make up our pretty majorette .... As a commercial artist or a Spanish teacher, success will be yours, Gloria. MARGARET MAIBACH - Home Room Officer 1, 4, K-M-E-Ish 3, 4, Office Staff 4, Penn Points 3, Typist 4, Seneca Staff 4, Sub-Deb Club 2. 3, Officer 3, Twirlers' Club 3, 4 .,.. Margaret is charming and sweet . . her efficiency is hard to beat. JOHN MALLEY - Basketball 1, 2, K-M-E-Ish Club 4, Science Club 1, Track 1, 4 .... A sociable lad who can take a prank in stride. WILLA MAY - Chorus 4, Girl Reserves 3. 4, K-M-E-Ish Club 3, 4 .... Anyone of her friends can imagine good-natured Willa curled up in a comfortable chair reading. HOWARD MILLER - Hi-Y 3, 4, Science Club 4, Sportsmen's Club 1, 2, Student Patrol 3, 4, Wrestling Club 3 .... S'Buzzy likes to play Robin Hood's sport- archery. EDITH MILLIRON - Chorus 2, Sub-Deb Club 2 .... Her lovely smile and pleasing personality will go far toward making Edith a successful beautician. ROB- ERT MITCHELL - Band l, 2, 3, 4, K-M-E-Ish Club 4, Science Club 1, Student Patrol 1, 2 .... Dashing, debonair .... Isn't he a thrilling sight in his scarlet and gold uniform? MARJORIE MOEKLE - Chorus 2, 3, 4, Comitivas Espanolas 4, Library Assistant 1, The 'Nativity' 2, Orchestra 1, Perfect Attendance 2 ..,. Marge is at home in the city or on a farm, that's the secret of her charm. Senior Class of 1942 MARJORY LLOYD - Comitivas Espanolas 4, Girl Reserves 4, Honor Roll l, 2, 3, 4, Sub- Deb 2 .... Sedate but friendly . . . so many things she knows .... She'll be successful Wherever she goes. ROBERT LONG - Agriculture Club 1, Basketball l, 2, 3, 4, Hi- Y 3, Home Room Officer l, 2, 3, Honor Roll 1, 2, Sportsmen's Club l, Track 2 .... He makes a basket from where'er he shoots, no one else could fill his boots. MARIAN MAIBACH - Home Room Officer 4, K-M-E-Ish Club 3, 4, Office StaH 4, Penn Points 4, Typist, Seneca Staff 4, Senior Class Board 4, Sub-Deb Club 2, 3, Officer 2, 3, Twirlers, Club 3, 4 .... A Warm, welcoming smile, dainty, nimble feet - help Marian to keep our office cheerful and neat. GERALD MALASKY - Radio Club, Scoreboard 4, Student Patrol 3, Track 1, 2, 4 .... Oh, what a pal is Jerry',! Genial, helpful, and merry. CHARLES MOERSCH - French Club 4, Hi-Y 3, 4 .... Our newly-acquired cheerleader . . . and does a good job of it . . . but he's an Army man at heart. FRANK MOESTA - Science Club 3, Stage Crew 4 .... Hank is noted for his cordiality and dependability. SAMUEL THOMS CNO Pictureb - Westinghouse High School .... His aim in life is commercial art, in all school work he does his part. Tit Willow Senior Class of 1942 MATTHEW MOLSCAN - Basketball 1, 2 .... A machinist at heart, you can always -find Matt tinkering with some tool. JAMES MURPHY - Stage Crew 4 .... Quiet and bashful around girls is blond 'tJimmy . . . wants to be a radio operator with the airlines- and will! ROSE PERINO - Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Basketball 2, 3, G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4g Junior Homemakers 4, Track 2 .... Curly hair, big blue eyes, rosy cheeks . . . all go together to make Rose lovely. HAROLD PETEET - Football 43 Les Amis de la France 4, Track 3, 45 Health Run 4 .... It's pleasing to hear Harold's soft, well-modulated voice. The Crowd Looks FRANK PUGLIANO - Band 1, 2, 3g Basket- ball 1 .... Brisk and lively he plays the saxg school activities he always backs. ON- DEINE RAU - Chorus 1, 2, 3, 43 Cue and Curtain 43 Les Amis de la France 45 Girl Re- serves 3, 4g HH. M. S. Pinaforeug Home Room Officer lg The Mikado? . . . Tiny and tal- ented is our S'Dinky. ...Who else could play the piano so well? . . . She is destined to go far with her many accomplishments. JOSEPH STYSINGER CNO PictureJ - t'Joe,', with his ready smile and friendly attitude, is always willing to lend a helping hand. He collects old coins and stamps. On MARIE NAIMOND - Junior Homemakers 4 .... Marie saves four-leaf clovers .... Let's hope they bring her luck in the future. CAMILLIO ODORISSIO - Varsity Football 3, 4 .... Polite and pleasant, with a knack at football and boxing .... He's a prize in any ring. JAMES O'LEARY - Camera Club .... Pity the wild life when 'tJim starts hunting - that's his favorite sport. NELLIE OPRIS - Junior Homemakers 4, Orchestra 2, 3, 4 .... Makes merry music on her violin .... Nellie's ambition is to be a beautician. PAUL OSTROWSKE - Band 2, 3, 4, Chorus 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, Honor Roll 1, 2, Mikado,', Orchestra 4, Penn Points 3, 4, Seneca Staff 4. . . Quite the ladies' man, Paul will drum his way to fame. CYRIL PASTIRCHAK - Band 2, 3, 4, Orchestra 1, 2, 3 .... Chuck is of the restless type who would deem any day dull if he didn't get into trouble. CHARLES PHILLIPS - Verona High School 1, 2, 3, Stage Crew 4 .... Charles loves his accordion dearly - oh, what he wouldn't give to become an orchestra leader! GEORGE PIPOSAR - Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Home Room Oflicer 3, t'Young April. . . . Happy-go-lucky 'tPepsi - always around when needed .... His cheerfulness is an asset to our class, LEOR PLEASANTS - Band 1, 2, 3, Girl Reserves 4, Les Amis de la France 4, Penn Points 1, 2, 3, Sub-Deb 2, 3 .... Always ready to help, quiet but gay, there's so many nice things about her we could say. MARIANA POTTS - Band 1, 2, Chorus 3, 4, Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Girl Reserves 3, 4, Home Room Officer 1, 2, HH. M. S. Pinaforen, Les Amis de la France 4, Seneca Staff 4, t'The Mikado 4, Young April 3 .... Glamorous, graceful, a natural mannequin. . . Her future is as bright as her smile. ALBERT PUGLIANO - Any outside activity appeals to Al, but no chemis- try or P. O. D. homework. ALFRED PUGLIANO - Sportsmen's Club 2 .... A friend in need is a friend indeed - that's Die. RUTH REINHARD - Junior Homemakers 4 .... Romantic Ruth knows how to land those male admirers - by flattery. JEAN RICH - Intramural Sports 3, 4, K-M-E-Ish Club 3, 4, Reporter 4, Sub-Deb 2 .... On ice skates and off, she always cuts a graceful figure. THOMAS RICH - Band l. . . . Small, blond, cheerful 'tTommy . . . loves to hunt . . . wants to become a master tool- maker. EDWARD RICHTER - Hi-Y 4, Home Room Officer 3, Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4, Student Patrol 3 .... HRic's courtesy is surpassed only by his wisdom - quite a likeable lad. HELENE RICHTER - Junior Homemakers 4 .... Ambition - to be an interior decorator. Canit you just see the beautiful rooms designed by Helene? WIL- LIAM RIDDELL - Stage Crew 4 .... Looking for S'Bill '? You can always find him working with some complicated mechanism. WILMA RIMMEL - Chorus 3, 4, Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Girl Reserves 3, 4, Les Amis de la France 4, Young April. . . . Quiet, red-headed Willy . . . that twinkle in her eyes only shows her eternal happiness. ROBERT RITTER - Parnassus High 1, Stage Crew 4 .... Bob is the essence of politeness . . . his dark, entrancing eyes fascinate the fairer sex. DAISY ROBERTS - G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Les Amis de la France 4, Junior Homemakers 4 .... As nice as the flower which goes to make up her name. GEORGE ROMAN - Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4, Varsity Football 2, 3, 4. . . . Tall and masterful . . . Feet is everyone's friend . . . interested in all sports . . . hopes to become another Bill Stern and we're sure he will. GERALDINE ROBIN- SON - Westinghouse High, Swissvale High, Basketball 3, Mushball 3, Volley Ball 3, Badminton 3 .... A whizz at sports .... ttGerry has made success for herself in the two years she has been with us. MARCELLA ROSA - Cheering Squad 4, Girl Reserves 4, Sub-Deb 2 .... Peppy and spry, Marciei' always has a merry twinkle in her big, blue eyes. ALICE SCHWARZEL - Cheerleader 3, 4, Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Twirlers, Club 3, 4, Girl Reserves 3, 4, Home Room Officer 2, Orchestra 2, 3, 4, Sub-Deb Club 2, 3 .... Bubbling over with pep, vim, and vigor .... Alice is Pennis finest cheerleader. ED- WARD SECHOKA - A friend of the people, Ed has no enemies . . . except on the golf course . . ,then it's all in fun. DAVID SHEETS - Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Chorus 4, Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, Orchestra 1, 2, 4, Science Club 3, 4, Seneca Staff 4 .... Hit of The Mikado . . . Mike's hobby is tootin on a trombone. FRANK SHERA - Comitivas Espanolas 4, Football Varsity 4, Science Club 4, Oak Park and River Forest Township High School 3 .... There's something about him you just can't name . . . to this school we're so glad he came. JEAN SHERA - Cue and Curtain 4, Girl Reserves 4, Home Room Oiiicer 4, Honor Roll 4, Oak Park and River Forest Township High School 3, Orchestra 4, 'tFoot-Loose. . . . A thoughtful, intelligent miss, one of the newest and best additions to Penn High. NEIL SHIELDS - Work for him is a 'tmust . . . he does it quickly and with a lust. ANNABELLE SI-IOWELL - Badminton 3, Basketball 3, G. A. A. 4, Messenger 4 .... A wealth of ideas under her calm exterior . . . in dancing she has no superior. JANET SMITH - Comitivas Espanolas 4, Secretary 4, Girl Reserves 4, Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4, Home Room Officer 1, Les Amis de la France 4, Penn Points 2, 3, 4, Seneca Staff 4, Sub-Deb 2, 3, Vice President 2, 3 .... Dotes on originality. . . . What would we do without 'tJan's'i bright ideas? RUTH SMITH -Chorus 3, 4, Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Girl Reserves 3, 4, Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, 4, Les Amis de la France 4, Penn Points 3, 4, Pennart Club 2, Seneca Staff 4, Young April. . . . Regal as a queen . . . her Classmates look upon her as perfection itself in sophistication, charm, and wittiness. JAMES SNYDER - Golf 1, 2, 3, 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, Student Patrol 2, 3, 4 .... 'tJimmie enjoys golf and gal period .... His ever-present good humor wins him many pals. JEAN SNYDER - Basketball 3, 4, Chorus 3, G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, President 4, Office Staif' 4, Penn Points 1, 2, 3, 4, Track 1, 2, 3, 4 .... Jean loves sports and oh! what she wouldnit do to get into some activity. STEVE STEFANOS - Home Room Otlicer 1, 2, 3, 4 .,., The ladies' man - Steve catches all those lassies with his wavy hair and huge, broad smile. Senior Class 1942 IDA RUFFNER - t'Still water runs deep? A... Ida doesn't say much, but when she does, it means something. DAVID SAMPSON - Band 2, Chorus 2, 3, 45 NH. M. S. Pina- fore g Mikado. . . . Dave is certain to follow the road of fame. GEORGE SHINER - Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Orchestra 2, 3, 4, Camera Club 1, Home Room Oflicer 13 Hi-Y 3, 4, Chaplain 4, Chorus 3, 43 HH. M. S. Pinaforevg Science Club 4, Treasurer 4, Mikado.'i . . . The familiar saying, t'Good things come in small packages, is particularly true in this case. PEGGY SHIVERS - Band 1, Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Girl Reserves 3, 45 Home Room Oflicer 2, Comitivas Espanolas 4, Sub-Deb 2. 3 .... Slender little miss . . she came to us from Cathedral High. BETTE LEE STEGNER -- Girl Reserves 3, 4, Home Room Officer 35 Honor Roll 2, 4, K-M-E-Ish 4, Orchestra 3, Penn Points 3, Sub-Deb 2, 3, President 2, 3, Wilkinsburg High School 1. . . . Bette can always find a good side to everything . . . a devoted friend to all. HARRIETT STEPHENS - Home Room Officer 23 Cue and Curtain 3, 43 Chorus 3, 45 Girl Re- serves 3g H. M. S. Pinaforeug Seneca Staff 45 Les Amis de la France 4 .... Her winning Way and gentle voice portray her charm that's bewitching. VIRGINIA VIDMAR CNO Picture? - Comitivas Espanolas 43 Honor Roll l. 3, 4, Intra- mural Sports 1, 3, 4 .... Her Work is never overdue, she's an asset to the class of 1942. Home Stretch -- lllile Relay First Row C a m i 1 l a Sturchio, Mary Tarr, Norma Taylor, Phyllis Tay- lor, Dorothy Jane T h a 1' p , R a l p h T h o m a s , Beryl Thompson, Francis Toole, Merna Truitt. Second Row Laura Vance, Lucille Varlotta, Calvin Ver- zinski, Louis Volk, Paul Waina, David Walton, Robert Wat- kins, Betty Wells, Jeanette Whitfield. Third Row May Smith, Betty Wieland, Ralph Wil- liams, Ruth Willner, G e o r g e Windisch, Alimous Woods, Mel- lownee Woods, How- ard Wright, LaVerne York, Anna Zambo. CAMILLA STURCHIO - Sacred Heart, Westinghouse .... Camilla has done a good deal of traveling, but now she has found the real haven-Penn High. MARY TARR -- Girl Reserves 3, 4, Sub-Deb 2, 3, Twirlers' Club 3, 4, t'Foot-Loose. . . . With her willowy grace and blond prettiness, Mary will make an excellent model. NORMA TAYLOR - Comitivas Espanolas 4, Girl Reserves 3, 4, Sub-Deb Club 2 .... Graceful . , . slender lingers . . . enchanting as a princess. LAURA VANCE - Comitivas Espanolas 4, Girl Reserves 3, 4, 'tMikado. . , . Vivacious . . . delightful . . . Laura also has a sense of humor. LUCILLE VARLOTTA - Chorus 2, 3, G. A. A. 1, Home Room Otiicer 1, 2, Honor Roll 2, 3, 4, K-M-E-Ish Club 3, 4, Oiiice Staff 4, Seneca Staff 4, Student Patrol 4. . . . Gascola's contribution to the great list of Penn High beauties. CALVIN VER- ZINSKI - Golf Team 3, 4, Treasurer 4 .... Dooty's hobby is golf .... Another Gene Sarazen in the making. MAY SMITH - Assistant Cheerleader 4, G. A. A. l, 2, 3, 4. A very athletic girl Whose activities on the gym fioor can hold anyone's attention. BETTY WIELAND - Chorus 2, 3, 4, Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Drum Majorette 2, 3, 4, French Club, Secretary 4, H, M. S. Pinaforeu, Honor Roll l, 2, 3, 4, Mikado , Penn Points 3, 4, Sub-Deb Club 2, 3, Twirlers' Club, Secretary 3, Captain 4, S'Young April? . . . Pert, little majorette with the pep and vigor of our band . . . a Whiz at Algebra . . . will go far as an actress. RALPH WILLIAMS - Comitivas Espanolas 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, Science Club 2, t'Young April , Westinghouse High School 1 .... He's a good-natured and sincere twin, many of liie's treasures will he Win. RUTH WILL- NER W Camera Club 3, Chorus 2, Girl Reserves 4, Orches- tra l, 2, 3, 4 ,... Quiet . . . yet captivating . . . always a pal . . . loves to skate . . . wants a new blue convertible every year. 'Last Bile Was Coodn PHYLLIS TAYLOR - Band 1, 2, 3, Girl Reserves 4, Junior Homemakers 4, Sub-Deb 2. . . . Refreshing as the first breath of spring . . . for her life's bells will always ring. DOROTHY JANE THARP - K-M-E-Ish 4 .... She has a special friendliness that makes everyone love her. RALPH THOMAS - Agricultural Club 1, Band 2, 3, 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, Home Room Officer 1, 3, Orchestra 3, 4, Science Club 3, Sportsmen's Club 2 .... Don't be surprised to see Ralph's name on billboards . . . yes, he desires to own an orchestra. BERYL THOMSON - Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Chorus 2, Girl Reserves 3, 4, Les Amis de la France 4, Perfect Attendance 1, Science Club 2, Sub-Deb 2 ..... A whizz at the piano . . . Beryl's eyes twinkle with merriment and cheerfulness. FRANCIS TOOLE - Football 3, Stage Crew 4, Sportsmen's Club 3, 4 .... Tommy rarely expresses his opinion in classes but in sports he knows all the answers. MERNA TRUITT - Honor Roll 2, K-M-E- Ish 4, Girl Reserves 4, Library Assistant 4 .... A genius at the piano, Merna finds it a most interesting hobby. LEWIS VOLK - Band 2, 3, 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, Home Room Offi- cer 4, Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4 .... A musically-inclined fellow from whom we expect great things. PAUL WAINA - Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Football 2, 3, 4, Stage Crew 4 .... A quiet, well-mannered, easy-going lad .... Always a good friend .... Good luck, Smokey.', DAVID WALTON -- Chorus 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, Secretary 4, Home Room Offi- cer 4 .... His height is no obstacle, for Dave has acquired friends galore. ROBERT WATKINS - Football 4, Track 2 ..,. Just call me 'Duke', he says .... Filled with witty sayings and cheerfulness .... His hobby is-of all things-trying to sing. BETTY WELLS - Girl Reserves 3, 4, Recording Secretary 4, K-M-E-Ish Club 4 .... Betty is a considerate, helpful. and loyal friend. JEANETTE WHITFIELD - Cheer- ing Squad 4, Girl Reserves 4, Intramural Sports 1, 2, 3, Sub-Deb Club 2, 3 ..,. Friendly Jeanette has beautiful hair and a sunny smile .... Her pleasant ways will make her a popular air hostess. GEORGE WINDISCH - Connelly Vocational High School .... George is the athletic type who would prefer a baseball game to any classroom. ALIMOUS WOODS - A cheery fellow in his quiet ways .... Among his many hobbies he wants to be a famous boxer. MELLOWNEE WOODS - Chorus 4, Les Amis de la France 4 .... This cheerful little girl meets each day with a smile. HOWARD WRIGHT - Chorus 2. 4 .... Quiet and pleasant .... takes part in all sports . . . wants to be a mail clerk. LaVERNE YORK - Student Council l, 2, 3. 4, Home Room Oili- cer 1. 2, 3, Girl Reserves 3, 4, Cue and Curtain 3, 4, Treasurer 4, UH. M. S. Pinafore , Chorus 3, 4, Seneca Staff 4, Les Amis de la France 4, Band 1, 2 .... Vivacious, popular. LaVerne's attractive personality is never daunted even by the most diilicult problem. ANNA ZAMBO - G. A.A. 3, 4 .... Ambition -to be a nurse .... Qualities of a nurse- graciousness, kindness .... Anna possesses these. First Row J. Thomson, J. Turner, R. Houston, A. M. Dembaugh. Second Row Mrs. Reeher, Mr. M. A1- corn, P. Hartz, B. Bair, B. Bruno. mimi :Book Jfftead with Qetemminatdon So this is what they meant by being a Freshman! Well, it wasn't so bad, despite upperclass razzing. Students dashed madly here and there seeking their 9:30 class or their home room, and casting furtive glances toward the office. A gala football season opened with three straight wins, and a sixty-piece band resplendent in new red uniforms. Qctober 27, the annual Halloween party, marked the open- ing of our social activities. November came, then December. The Cu. A. A. held a Christ- mas party and the whole school saw the Senior Christmas pageant. After battling mid-year exams, below-zero weather, and a very windy March, the mantle of April and the Frosh Frolic were a welcome sight. To Open House we proudly escorted parents and relations to view our work and meet the teachers whom we had grown to know and admire so well. Being mere freshmen our spring activities con- sisted only of the school picnic in May. To our surprise, we found ourselves as sorry to leave in June as the seniors, but we all looked forward to more fun and better work next year. Back to good old Penn High School we trooped in the fall of 1940, no longer ninth graders but practically upperclassmen fsopho- moresj, with home-room elections and enter- taining assemblies. Our second year began with a good start. Class oflicers were chosen: President, Melvin Price, Vice President, Hilda Wrableyg Secretary, Elizabeth Stonerg Treas- urer, Shirley Wieland. Penn lassies sported long page-boys and sloppy-joesg the lads, orange and red plaid shirts and trousers, while both boys and girls went collegiate with saddles and reversibles. For the first time in the history of the school, the underclassmen were officially a part of the school activity 1 the We-Three Dance, to which outsiders, upperclassmen, and underclassmen were invited. Christmas holi- days arrived and whizzed by before anyone fully realized it and New Year's resolutions were flying thick and fast. The Sophomore Swing, our class party, March l9, went over extremely well. Tempus Fugitl' and sud- denly final exams were over and all viewed the coming summer as a time for a much-needed rest. September 2, 1941 - By this time, most of us welcomed the sight of our school, for a thrilling spirit of school loyalty had enveloped our class. The Hi-Y, Cue and Curtain, Sen- eca, and Sub-Deb clubs initiated members who had been selected from the Junior class. Penn's all-star eleven played a good season under the joint coaching of Messrs. Charles and Matthew Alcorn. Moccasins, hip-length coats, and pastel reversibles were all the rage. Four queens, one from each class, presided at the Fall Fiesta. Oc- tober 24. Cay Carlisle and his orchestra pro- vided the musical background. Penn High,s cho- rus staged The Mikadof' which played to a full house. Basketball fans in Penn High had the opportunity to buy season tickets, good for all home games. The Christmas assembly, put on by the Chorus, Hi-Y, and Girl Reserves, was a real treat. The Sub-Debs took part in the Snow Ball at the Hotel Schenley. The Cue and Curtain's Christmas party was exceedingly successful. The first week after vacation we elected class ofhcers - President, Melvin Priceg Vice President, Robert Baker, Secre- tary, Jean Turnerg Treasurer, Hilda Wrabley. We are eagerly looking forward to our Senior year - the crossroad of our life. Home Rooms 203 205 208 Home Rooms I 06 201 207 Home Rooms 202 204 Home Rooms 108 H2 I-IOIIIC Rooms II4 203 Home Rooms 104 I05 f , I Jf'DlI3ll'l1 D. Small, H. Graham, B. Taylor, Miss Hofmeister, F. Brenner, B. Sum, S. Harrison. jhe :P M, Ammi jhefmewu The seniors in a school are a distinctive group since they are the oldest. The freshmen have the same honor since they are the youngest. What, then, is there to give the sophomores distinction? Undoubtedly, in the case of this year's sophomores, it was school spirit. While in certain cases the Usophsv lagged, whenever they were needed most, they eventually came through. Every home room elected officers, and these six leaders formed an executive council. Fred Brenner, Harry Graham, Selig Harrison, Dick Small, Bob Sum, and Betty Taylor, the six spoken of, managed the Sophomore party and directed everything generally. But while it was this committee that planned the Sophop, it was the splendid co- operation from members of the class that made it the smashing success that it was, Over one hundred and thirty eager students flocked to the Penn gym for the Sophop, different in many respects from any other Sophomore party. In the first place, the dancers found that they were the first sophomores to cavort to the strains of an orchestra at their annual affair. And the orchestra was none less than the Star Gazers, under the baton of Joe McWilliams. Vvith a bang-up, original floor show for entertainment, and such games as ping-pong and darts for fun, here the Usophsn of l942 found all the requisites for a good time. Proof of the pudding that sophs have class spirit and the universal spirit of human helpfulness lies in the fact that fifteen boys volunteered to clean up the gym alfter the party. That may sound petty, but just try it yourself some time! ln these trying times, with centuries of human ethics crumbling, the efforts of freedom- loving people to defend their heritage is a test of American education. The sophomores of Penn High, I942, will not let anyone down - their school, their country, or their God ! t 5 I N W. Monfredo, R. Plummer, L. Grabe, Miss Thomas, A. Bernard, T. Nicholson, W. Henry. of '45 xmas mamma Once more the halls of Penn l-ligh echoed with the sound of two hundred eighty-five fresh- men. Each one talked merrily to new and old acquaintances, hurried needlessly to their next class, or inquired of the ever-patient Hall Pa- trolman the way to the art room or health room. The first week of school brought the question, Gee, will I ever find my way around? But to our surprise, we were soon walking boldly among the upperclassmen. C-rating words to our tender freshman ears were green, little l:reshies, and small fry. Quickly the fresh- man's life began in a cycle of glorious events. Upperclassmen solicited for Penn Points, the Seneca, and the football tickets during home room periods. Frequently, they goaded us on by their brilliant talks over the radio. For thirty-live cents one could subscribe to Penn Points, a four-page school paper, containing a sports page, news of clubs, cartoons, and bits of news about individuals. An additional seventy-five cents was the price of a football ticket for five home games. With the small sum of twenty-five cents we made a down payment for the Seneca, a book including senior pictures and their scholastic standing, the fac- ulty, underclassmen pictures, activities, sports, and alumni news. The freshmen showed what it is to have school spirit by the number of sales they made. The month of October brought the Fall Fiestaf, Each home room selected a girl as a candidate for queen of this gala event. Cam- paign excitement ran high until the very last moment before balloting. From the six lovely candidates emerged sweet, brown-eyed Jean Davis, who represented the freshman class. The Star Gazers supplied music for those en- joying dancing. Various games such as ping- pong, bowling, and shuffle-board, furnished en- tertainment for those who did not wish to dance. One of the outstanding events of the frosh's life was the Freshman Party. The girls donned their best dresses and heels while the boys looked simply swell in snappy suits. A floor show was the feature attraction with the talented people from the Frosh Class as partici- pants. Dancing and such games as bowling, ping-pong, and shuffle-board were the forms of entertainment. Afterwards refreshments re- ceived undivided attention. The pleasant mem- ory of their first class party will always remain with the freshmen. This freshman class has also set good ex- amples for correct behavior in assembly. Each home room teacher assigned each person an as- sembly seat for the duration of the year. ln the first semester movies and skits formed the chief entertainment, and during the second se- mester each home room worked out some form of entertainment for the assembly program. These people have set many goals and have already accomplished many of them, but only a class with real school spirit could have gone as far as this freshman class has gone. Home Rooms IOZ IO3 Home Rooms I 3 Home Rooms 5 IOI Lincoln P ark Freshmen ublications - Clubs - Plays - Parties JF IE N IDEA iii-Brita, 0-6 the yawn One of the most important organizations in the school is the Seneca Staff who bring to you the highlights of the year in the form of our annual, the Seneca. Although it is a student publication, much of the credit for its popularity and success must go to the following ever-co-operative sponsors: Miss Ethel Atkinson is general supervisorg Miss Marie Stoehr checks and arranges the articlesg Mrs. Dorothea Spangler identifies namesg and Mr. Frank Crane is our 'icameramanf' The staff is divided into six different groups, namely: The Features Staff, the Photography Staff, the Sports Staff, the Typing Staff, the Business Staff, and the Art Staff, The groups have their own duties and are headed by the following student editors: Marjorie Graham, Larry Haines, Charles Duffett and Harriet Stephens, Mabel Keating, Catherine Davis, and Bernice Durniok, respectively. Left to Right M. Maibach, C. Davis, M Keating, Miss Atkinson Miss Stoehr, V. Monfredo E. Kosco, V. Jelovchan, M Graham, D, Sheets, L Haines. s SEATED A B. Durniok, M. Graham, H. Stephens, B. Garner, M. Keating, E. Kosco, V. Monfredo, C. Dutfett, L. Haines. C. Davis. STANDING - Miss Atkinson, J. Haymaker, R. Liberto, R. Smith, M. Maibach, J. Smith, M. Courty, P. Bergent, V. Jelovchan, L. Varlotta, Mgt. Maibach, P, Ostrowske, D. Sheets, J. Kopelic, E. Isherwood, L. York. J. Brooks. R. Heggie. M. Potts, N. Lees, P. Costas, G. McMannis, E. Holden, H. Delancey. M. Thompson, Mr. Crane. Viola lVlonfredo is editor-in-chief and her assistant is Ethel Kosco. When you consider that club articles and Senior write-ups are written and re-written and all photos, formal or informal, are uniformly arranged, you then realize that the Seneca Staff has a hard task to perform. The Staff started off enthusiastically this year. Before Christmas all pictures had been taken and most of the write-ups had been completed. Nevertheless, after the holi- days staff members spent many nights copyreading, arranging, and re-arranging in order to get the finished product into the hands of the student body at the time promised. At such times this was a very familiar scene: The members of the Staff, amidst a clutter of papers and chewed pencils, sat with furrowed brows and chins cupped in idle hands. Then they wondered how to make this article shorter or how to make that one longer. An atmosphere of deadly silence and gloom prevailed. Qccasionally, a student finished his work and with a proud, happy grin handed it to one of the fair typists, who trudged over to the typing room to begin her work. Despite all this, the Staff declared that it isn't all work. They maintained that they have received a certain amount of thrill and fun from working shoulder to shoulder with their classmates for the purpose of creating something that they know will be cherished by every member of the student body for many years to come. Everyone on the Staff feels a glow of pride because he is able to say that he is responsible for some part of the school annual. Wfe, the Seneca Staff, likewise express a sincere hope that you will derive as much delightful amusement from its pages as we have received. from working on it. SEATED - C. Davis, D. Schoenfelder, I. Boggs, M. J. Day, U. Hatloran, W. Alberts, F. Bey, L. Haines, J. Turner, W. Goodworth, H. Wrabley, M. Duffett. STANDING 4 Mrs. Proksa, M. Maibach, Mgt. Maibach, V. Graboski, G. McMannis, B. Wieland, J. Smith, D. Shupp, S. Wieland, B. Eunson, R. Bair, J. Pfab, H. Delancey, R. Baker, J. Snyder, P. Ostrowske, W. Sanderson, S. Harrison, J. Froelich, L. Pleas- ants, R. Smith, P. Costas, Mrs. Dau. Wie Pen M, flhan the Siwwui Newspaper - a printed form that circu- lates news and advertisement - this is the definition set down by Daniel Webster. Such an explanation certainly shows the backbone of a newspaper, that is, the gathering of informa- tion. Reporters, of course, H11 this position and the selection of these persons is an intricate pro- cess in Penn Points. In order to apply for a station on the news staff, the applicants must hold a C average in their studies and a B in English. After students have shown they are sufficiently interested in newspaper work, they are enrolled in journalism classes. The purpose of these classes is to familiarize the applicants with the principal phases of journalistic work. However, the fu- ture reporters are not limited to one field of newspaper work, Instruction concerning fea- ture, sports, and club writing, work on copy- reading, and the functions of a business man- ager are taught to the students for a six-week period. After the instruction period is com- pleted the students are compelled to take an ex- amination to qualify for a place on the staff. Having passed into the ranks of reporting, the pupils are now known as cubs. These cubs gather experience in writing by serving on a staff which is responsible for a column in the Advance-Leader. After a year or less of this type of work the cubs become full-fledged re- porters and are placed on the page which their previous writings have shown them best fitted for. Usually certain groups of these new re- porters can be selected to edit a page. In order to obtain such a post the reporter must serve as a co-editor under the page editor. After the person has received the proper experience, he has then reached the goal of every reporter - editorship. The outstanding event of the year for some members of the Penn Points staff was a trip to Harrisburg. There the Columbia School Press Association presented them with an honorable mention certificate. . . . . Mrs. Dau, who, after having spon- sored the school newspaper, Penn Points, for almost seven years, has resigned from her teach- ing post because of a change in residence. Mrs. Dau was graduated from North- western University, Evanston, Illinois, where she majored in English and Latin. She taught for two years at the Geneva l-ligh School in lllinois before coming to Penn High. So that she could be better suited for the job of spon- soring Penn Points, she took a special course on high school publications and the sponsorship of them at the University of Pittsburgh. Start- Q- K-Pi IDIEN ing out with only five issues fcomposed in the janitor's room at Thad Stevensl, Penn Points, under her fine guidance, grew until at present there are twelve issues a year. lVlrs. Dau's interest in journalism is not surprising when you realize that her father was a printer at one time. In fact, he used to own the Homewood Printing Company. Not only do the reporters and editors of Penn Points fully appreciate what she has done for this student publication but also the entire student body will never forget what she has done in helping spread school spirit. DEDICATED TO MRS. DAU 1 K n E 3 l I If X I I grew.. . ESM' fy ir! fl Q V H Stud 'O' Publicatii 'i V of Penn School v1.1 Nyi, No, 6. 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Juni'-v 7Klw!?'ww14!w'f 'Ri S1-i I.,- Jfin. 1-tw, I! -1 51 mrs t and IU , 7' .Jam mg' II sri Fw View .xx Urs V rwvmi, Thy lmwfiffipfe M551 e fa rg' + 'Wi'-ipsum'-ii I mari?-U:iz1Mo EI, Fww -. Feb. I I !'0iIli5 Fvt'b.12 PM-r'wh Us and I.:'Zi.f- H '- Alpha Hi-Y . 1 Beta Hi-Y 0 I Sub-Deb Club I Girl Reserves C'Z66i3,emL in the maklh. Under the new sponsorship of Mr. Kane, the l-li-Y Club of Penn High has gone far this year in establishing itself more firmly as a part of our high school. The main purpose of this club is to spread co-operation and good fellowship among its members. It took an active part in the Oakmont, Penn, Plum, Verona Rally held in our auditorium last fall and also in the one held at Verona this year. The Goodwill Industries was another successful undertaking of these energetic lads. Also, through its efforts, several outstand- ing speakers entertained us at our assemblies. lts officers are: President, l-larry Deang Vice President, Howard Charrieg Secretary, David Walton: Treasurer, James Stoner, Chaplain, C-eorge Shiner. Something new has been added l The Junior I-Ii-Y came into existence this year. Because of the popularity of the Senior Hi-Y organization, it was necessary to induct a new chapter to accommodate the Junior members. This club has the same goals and car- ries out the same principles as the Senior Hi-Y, and the boys are under the supervision of Mr. Frank Crane, former sponsor of the Senior l-li-Y. They have two meetings each month, one at the school and another at some member's home. The officers include: President, Melvin Price, Vice President, James Wilsong Secretary, Joe Wilsong Treas- urer, Robert Sheafferg Social Chairman, Robert Bair, Program Chairman, Robert Baker: and Membership Chairman, Herbert Jackson. With the furthering of fun as its motto, and the creating of lovely, cultured young ladies as its goal, the Penn Sub-Deb Club, sponsored by Miss Cecelia Massarelli, has be- come one of the foremost clubs in Penn High. At their meetings, held every two weeks, the Sub-Debs discuss rules for beauty, charm, and poise, Once a month all the Sub-Deb Clubs of Allegheny County meet at Kaufmann's for teas and style shows. Highlighting their social events of the year was the Snow Ball, a semi-formal dance sponsored by Kauf- mann's and held at the Hotel Schenley in December. The present officers of this club include Shirley Wieland, president, Jeanne Versaw, vice president, Dolly Larson, secre- taryg Betsy Eunson, corresponding secretaryg and Peggy Lesko, treasurer. We proudly call attention to one of the organizations connected with the life at Penn High, the Girl Reserves. They are the junior members of the Young Women's Christian Association of world-wide importance. As Junior members in this great organization, their aim is to make the lives of the members richer ancl to make the world a better place in which to live. What a timely aim in this war-torn world l As Ctirl Reserves they try to face life squarely and to hnd and give the bestf, The club, which is capably spon- sored by Miss Margaret Reed, Miss Marguerite l-leggie, and Mrs. Dorothea Spangler, boasts a membership of about one hundred twenty girls. May its course be ever upward. P O D. Research? Waitin' for the Bus Charles Helps Dave 2 'Q I Q l Qwlng in 60-'L Me 14464, The Cue and Curtain Club extends a welcoming hand to those people who think they have acting ability and who have an earnest desire for more knowledge about dramatics. Because of the interest shown by so many of the students and because of the splendid lead- ership of Miss Alice lVlcQuiston, this organization is practically guaranteed to become one of Penn l'ligh's best. Within the club an executive body carefully plans every meet- ing. This competent committee consists of Howard Charrie, presidentg Charles Duffett, vice presidentg Jeanne Froelich, secretaryg LaVerne York, treasurerg Grace Fisher, cor- responding secretary. Since, on various occasions, some of the members have displayed ex- ceptional acting talent, we are confident that a few of these people will receive fame and recognition. Las Comitivas Espanolas is a club composed of second-year Spanish students and sponsored by Miss Cecelia lVlassarelli. Consisting of twenty-five members, it strives to bring about closer Pan-American relations by making its members interested in the customs and living conditions of the South American people. The monthly meetings, led by the presi- dent, Viola Monfredo, are conducted in Spanish. The members devote part of the time to singing popular Spanish songs. The other officers of the club are: Gloria lVlclVlannis, first vice presidentg Phyllis Bergent, second vice presidentg Marjorie Courty, third vice president, Janet Smith, secretary: and James Stoner, treasurer. The members hope to gain a better understanding of the Spanish-speaking people and to learn to speak the Spanish language more fluently. After an absence of over two years, the French Club again made its appearance this year as one of the many stellar features on Penn's extra-curricular activities program. The entire French II class belongs to this club and Miss Marguerite I-leggie, the charming French teacher, is the sponsor. The meetings, which are held once a month, are con- ducted in French. These meetings usually consist of the singing of French ditties, the en- acting of French plays, the playing of games, or the presenting of earnest discussions on France, as it was yesterday and as it is today. Each month the president chooses a dif- ferent committee to plan the program. The officers are: President, William Albertsg Vice President, Viola Monfredog and Secretary-Treasurer, Betty Wieland. During the first semester this year a new club came into existence in Penn High. The purpose of this club is to enable its members, our future housewives, to fill that im- portant position more expertly. Significant of their purpose is the name, Junior Home- makers. ln an early meeting of the club Miss Marian Wills, representing the organization of Home Economics Clubs from the entire State of Pennsylvania, spoke to the members, making possible the afliliation of the club with that organization. During the holidays, besides learning how to make attractive favors, the members also made candy and cookies for the United States Service men. The present officers are: President, Dorothy Booherg Vice President, Ruth Anderson, Secretary, Ruth May: Treasurer, Mary Bechdel. Cue and Curtain Las Comitivas Espanolas Les Amis de la France Jumor Homemakers Student Council K-M-E-Ish Club Hall Patrol f Stage Crew Closcncilnwn., bqemefaaiw, , 4 The Student Council is an organization for the advancement of the relationship be- tween the administration and the student body. It is composed of eight seniors, six juniors, and four sophomores. The Council has asserted itself this year in accomplishing many things pertinent to school life. It has purchased mirrors for the boys' lavatories, has shown four interesting films, and has sponsored interscholastic dances to acquaint Penn l-ligh students with those of other schools. After much consideration, the Council accepted and framed a constitution. Mr. Joseph Wherry advises the Council, and the presiding offi- cers are Bill Alberts, president: Charles Duffett, vice president: Jean Turner, recording secretaryg LaVerne York, corresponding secretaryg Mary Jane Day, treasurer. The K-M-E-lsh, organized to prepare the commercial students to become efficient secretaries, is sponsored by Mrs. Nancy Reeher. She has succeeded in obtaining a way to give all members business experience. Each member acts as a secretary to a teacher. Although they do no clerical work, the student types, mimeographs, hectographs, and does some of her personal work. Furthermore, the club members learn how to present themselves at a personal interview, how to dress at the office, how to improve their personalities, and how to be a loyal and well-trained secretary. Like all other clubs in Penn High, it has an executive body which includes: President, Veronica C-raboskig Vice President, Catherine Davisg Secretary, Laura Dizak: Treasurer, Betty Garner, and Reporter, Jean Rich. Of all Penn's organizations, we think the Student Patrol is classified as one of the tops Patrolmen maintain discipline and order throughout the school as they daily tramp their beat. These cops,', under the capable guidance of Mr. John Manton, direct traffic to avoid disturbances which may occur in the halls. This duty could be very difficult, but with the loyal co-operation of the entire student body, it is a cherished task for these officers. Upon the shoulders of this group rests the responsibility for giving the red and green signals in the halls of Penn High. ln addition, they serve during the Air Raid Dismissal Orders. The respect and gratitude shown these patrolmen are honors they justly deserve. l-lark l What noise through yonder window breaks? It would be hard for even Shakespeare to express it. But to state it very simply, it is the beat of hammer, the purr of saws, and occasionally a crash when someone drops something. Yes, you've guessed it - the stage crew is at work again. Every time there is a stage production, a party, or a dance, you can be certain that the stage crew had some part in it. The members of the stage crew are boys from the shop, who, under the able supervision of Mr. DeVaughn Scott and Mr. Ralph Stoner, undertake the many and various tasks put before them. The stage crew in Penn High is truly an indispensable organization. Are you one loo, eh? Engrossed in Machinery An Unexczlmg Moment x .'fFr.aJz.faA,, 9,ZcLfA,, 011--:Ba-:Ba Music resembles poetryg in each are numerous graces which no methods teach, and which a master hand alone can reach.-POPE The Penn High Orchestra, directed by lVlr. K. lngold, this year has risen to new heights of success. lts purpose is to develop musical talent, to furnish music on occasions connected with school activities, and to foster a love for good music among the entire student body. Playing the score to the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta, The lVlikado,'l and providing entertainment at assemblies and between the acts of school plays are a few examples of the services rendered by our orchestra. So when you think of the real masters in Penn l-ligh School, think of the orchestra members. The chorus, one of the most active groups in Penn l-ligh School, consists this year of over one hundred and thirty members, the largest number since its beginning five years ago. It is separated into two groups: The junior-senior choir and the freshman-sophomore choir, consisting of students selected for their interest in music and musical ability. Under the direction of Mrs. Mary L. Jeffries they have learned sacred selections, foreign folk- songs, negro spirituals, and modern arrangements. The robed choir, sixty members in all, not only presented the successful Mikado, but also contributed their talent to church programs, assemblies, and club banquets. The officers are: President, Duff Buscheg Vice President, Betty Wielandg Treasurer, Robert Sheafferg Accompanist, Ondiene Rau. Across the field with majestic splendor marches one of the most skillful and attractive bands in Western Pennsylvania. For their marching ability they won second prize at the Western Pennsylvania Volunteer l:iremen's Convention and also obtained the honor of representing American Legion Post 41 during the Armistice Day parade. Not only is our band a snappy marching unit, but it is also a noteworthy concert ensemble. ln addition to presenting their annual concert, the band received the distinction of being selected to perform before the Allegheny County Teachers' Institute. Under the capable leadership of lVlr. K. lngold the band has done a great deal towards winning recogni- tion for Penn High School throughout the State. The Band furnishes the music and these five dynamic personalities march in time to it. They are the drum major, tall, lanky Robert Baker, and the four peppy, shapely majorettes, Jean Versaw, Jean Turner, Gloria lVlclVlannis, and Betty Wieland. lVlarch- ing in front of the band, this snappy quintet is Well-known, not only in Penn Township, but also in neighboring vicinities for their precision-like high-stepping and intricate baton manipulations. A drum major is an essential to a marching unit, because it is his duty to give the entire band signals for left turns, right turns, single files, and different other types of marching. Therefore, the Band realizes, and hopes that you do too, that these five people have been responsible for much of its success. On Parade , Yell, Ye1z,'Ye1z ls if conrrdenirazn Orchestra Q Chorus I Band Major and Majorettes r-v wirlers, Club Offlce Staff ' Library Assistants U Science Club 'Q 1 aa aaa aaayana A whistle blows l The roll-off begins and an array of silver batons, twirled by skillful, ambitious students, flash in the sunlight. The Twirlers' Club, organized last year by Mr. K. lngold, endeavors to teach interested young people to twirl and to master the correct military marching techniques. Every member buys his own baton and receives instructions from the four majorettes. Last spring the club gave its first outstanding performance by marching and twirling expertly at Open House. The members find this hobby both fascinating and enjoyable. Every twirler's ambition is to lead the band to glory as a majorette, or to take part in a marching unit which co-operates with the band in parades and at football games. Miss Martha Richey, assisted by our Principal, Mr. Norman I-loelzle, chooses the most trustworthy students from the senior commercial class for office work. Under Miss Richey's tutorship the office girls receive actual training in daily office routine. It is an appropriate way to combine pleasure with work. The girls operate the switchboard, man- age the hectograph and mimeograph machines, deliver the mail, run errands, or engage in typing. Although they gain no credits, they do get valuable experience by working one period each day. Through their efficiency many graduates, who have had this experience, now have important stenographic positions. Therefore, there is definite proof that this club provides tremendous opportunities for our future stenographers. Surveys have shown that the library, excluding the cafeteria, is the most popular place in the school. That isn't hard to realize when you consider that the library boasts of comfortable furniture, a large variety of books, and last but not least, a bevy of at- tractive girls who assist the librarian, Mrs. Dorothea Spangler. Cataloging, sorting, stamping, mending, and arranging books are only a few of their daily tasks. They also conducted a poll to find out what magazine the student body liked best. The results showed that the girls favored Mademoiselle, and the boys enjoyed Popular Me- chanicsf' The school year of l94l-l942 has marked many changes in the Science Club. Not only did Mr. John Manton's group triple in membership, but also included the new nature division. The radio division was forging ahead until Pearl Harbor when amateur communication became illegal. The senior group elected these officers: President, Fred Stewartg Vice President, Howard Millerg Secretary, Bob Schaeffer. In the junior group Ed Woodings and Charles Courty stood in the foreground. The active nature division, headed by Mr. James Kane, proved novel and popular. Such trips as the ones to the Pittsburgh School of Embalming and Bear Cave are only samples of this group's unique program. Since tomorrow will definitely be a world of science, this club will hold a great significance for its members. WMM Watch Carefully Now fusl Sirollin' A Physics Experiment Nipponfs Belles Sven and His Hplaymaiesn Have Mercy - Unusual in many respects from anything ever given at Penn was the Junior Class Play, Once and For All, a three-act comedy directed by Miss Alice McQuiston. Instead of the customary ultra-modern home, the setting of the play was a small court between two dilapidated apartments. The plot chiefly concerned twenty people, representing the melting-pot of America, with their ideals and beliefs that Life can be beautifulu even in a crowded apartment. Having its share of both comedy and tense dramatic moments, it was received by the stu- dent body with hearty enthusiasm. In addition to seeing two plays this year, Penn High students saw that hilarious operetta, Gilbert and Sulli- van's The Mikadof, presented by the Chorus under the direction of Mrs. Mary L. Jeffries. With an Oriental setting the cast included such characters as a Mikado fRobert Bakerj, his son, the heir apparent fl-larris Linf- hartj 3 three lovely sisters fRosemary Flatley, Anna M. Dembaugh, Ursula Halloranj, a husband-hunting, old maid fE.thel Koscob, a Lord High Executioner CDavid Sheetsl, two aristocrats fRobert Hanson and Duff Buschej, and sixty Chorus members in full Japanese regalia. All of this resulted in a colorful, tuneful spec- tacle that will never be forgotten. Have lllercyu uWe of Tuxedo Placeu W l i l l l l PQ V j 79efm'4 .7pLM4ll:C1!L6 Bike iw Can you imagine what would happen if you and your brothers and sisters were left at home alone with all the household responsibilities? Such was the plot of Footloose, a three-act comedy presented by the senior class under the direction of Miss Alice Mc- Quiston on January l6, l942. The trials and worries of the Early children fRuth Heg- gie, Jeanne Froelich, William Alberts, Howard Millerl encountered when Mr. and lVlrs. Early fRobert Cuesman and Elnora Holden, took a vacation, and their house- keeper fpearl Costas, took ill, were very humorous and appealing. A marriage and an auto-wreck were only two of the many incidents which occurred but which were luckily straightened out in time before their parents arrived home. Friends of the Early children were played by Jean Shera, Marjorie Graham, Michael Dunn, William Hawkins, Mary Tarr, James Stoner, and l-larry Dean. Y , , ID :mm 5 Fi it s Excellent acting and the hearty co-operation of every committee made this play a smash hit. lllrs. Forester Gives a Piece of Her Mind Committee Heads The Early Family The Whole Cast -- Footloose ootball - Basketball - Track - Golf - G A 111 515 K N K . 'EBV ,kg K N 5 .M 4 W, R A ,k,, f 3? - .bw Sufi,- , 1-L s x X ., ' X ti 1-'X S x , ,, .AA,, f,.,.,. X i .. ' , Q . ., . HT? 1 S . as xx - i ' .., , .N 'Siam ' HNNS-MJ, L V5 . 1 X my gf V. 'X ' i 'N f A J. v Q 58' ' w 1 AJ , Q . .. . . .N' 1 fi S' Q Q I 'Penn 20424, Kittie flfmee' ' FOO SEPTEMBER I2 SEPTEMBER I9 SEPTEMBER 25 TBALL SCHEDULE 1942 - LATROBE ............... ................ A way - WESTINGHOUSE .... ....... H ome - CAKMONT .,........ ....... H ome OCTOBER 3 - TURTLE CREEK .,.. OCTOBER I7 -- WIEKINSBURC .......... OCTOBER 24 - TAYLOR ALLDERDICE M. Alcorn OCTOBER 31 - VANDERCRIFT ....... NOVEMBER 7 -- PLUM .............. ..........Away .........Away . ..... ...Home .........l-lome .........I-Iome When school opened this year the student body found a definite change in the' coaching staff of the football team. Mr. Matthew Alcorn was head coach instead of Mr. H. Randour, who had obtained a year's leave of absence to hold a defense job. A . . M ' M . . . SS1St1I1g r . Alcorn were his twin brother, Mr. Charles Alcorn, Mr. Glenn Davis, and lVlr. Howard Dressing. The season opened with onl three o y f last year's lettermen returning to the gridiron. The first game was at Latrobe on September I3. Qutclassed and outplayed by a power- ful Latrobe eleven, the Indians were defeated 26-0. The Braves also dropped their first home game, bowin to W t' h g es ing ouse l2-0. But what a crowd this game drew ! 7-6. T. The next game with Oakmont was one of the most thrilling contests of the season. Scoring late in the final period the Indians conquered the Oakmont eleven by a score of Q Dummy Scrimmage lt's a Pass Interference .. !l FIRST ROW - P. Malacane, R. Watkins, P. Waina, F. Schiedenhelm, B. Egan, J. Rodriquez, H. Davis, E. Fiala, G. Roman, T. Ford. L. Drop, P. Golobish, J. Cerra, S. Alcorn, C. Odorisio, J. Vaglia. SECOND ROW - N. Vuletich, Coach M. Alcorn, J. Hershey, J. Hardine, J. Austin, J. Merhaute, F. Harchelroad, F. Shera, J. Johnston, R. Coval, G. Elicker, J. Davies, T. Kristolich, R. Alcorn, R. Valentic, E. Fowkes, A. Hobe, D. Versaw, Assistant Coach Dressing, Coach C. Alcorn. THIRD ROW - R. Fowler, J. Ross, P. Kelly, E. Burke, P. Duncan, V. Walsh, R. Bair, J. McCloskey, P. Hopper, H. Graham, E. Wheeler, J. Snyder, E. Dander, T. Nicholson, F. Grabowski. On October 4 Penn's guest was a superb team from Turtle Creek. Outplayed throughout the whole game Penn lost I9-6. Another home game for the lndians, this time with Verona, meant the second victory of the season. The Braves scalped their neighbors 20-0. Penn lost the next two games - on October 25 to Braddock I2-0 and on Novem- ber 4 to Vandergrift 7-0. The lndians outplayed their opponents during the first half, but they were subdued late in the game. Another scalp was added to our collection on November 8 when the lndians swamped the Norwin team 34-0. Because of wet weather the Wilkinsburg game was postponed from October I8 to November I5. The game was thrilling from start to finish with trick plays, long runs, and good kicking. The only thing we regret is the scoreg we lost 20-0. The season records show that Penn lost six games and won three: their opponents scored I02 points while the lndians tallied only 67 points. Ar the end of the season Penn was presented the Liberty Trophy. This trophy has been presented for the last two years to the champion football team between Penn, Oak- mont, and Verona. Having successfully defeated both opponents, Penn won the trophy both years. And last but not least, the senior varsity players were awarded red sweaters with a gold P on the front by a group of public-minded citizens. The underclass varsity players also received letters for their work. Despite the fact that Penn l-ligh is comparatively new as far as football is con- cerned, such spirit and co-operation can't help but make this sport a successful venture. FRONT ROW - N. Puskarich, P. Galobish, L. Drop, P. Bruno, G. Roman, R. Long, E. Fiala, R. Alcorn, P. Waina, R. Hazlett, C. COX. BACK ROW - Coach Proksa, A. Borkovich, J. Wilson, F. Schiedenhelrn, T. Kristolich, A. Salvador, R. Baker, R. Marshall, G. Elicker, R. Coval, B. Kosko, H. Snyder, L. Kelly, B. Clark, Assistant C. Alcorn. beewen gamed, B046 Kg, ClZo4,e .5P,co-ILM The third week in November, Coach Proksa called the first basketball practice and a prom- ising squad of boys responded. Last year's let- termen reporting were: Robert Cpetel Long and George Roman. ln addition, Ed Fiala, Bob Alcorn, Paul Galobish, and Paul Waina of last year's Junior Varsity and two newcomers- Bill Bruno and Bob Hallett-showed prom- ising material for the coming season. Drills on fundamentals were featured in early practices. With the approach of the first game, the team still lacked the needed finesse This year the Indians again competed in Section VIII along with Wilkinsburg, Swissvale, Braddock, Scott, Rankin, and Turtle Creek. Again Penn played the toughest teams in the W. P. l. A. L.. With a disappointing loss to Plum, Penn then showed true form by defeating lVlcKees-f port 25 to 22, only to lose another to Latrobe 24 to 22. After a sensational victory over Oakmont, the Indians traveled to Verona only to drop a hard-fought game 24 to ZZ. Here Roman featured the last quarter with I0 points after riding the bench with 3 personals against him. After intensive practice during Christmas vacation Penn opened league competition at Braddock only to lose to a veteran team 37 to I7. The Indians finally won their first league game in two years by defeating Scott High by the close score of 3l-30. Excitement reigned even to the last second when Scott missed a foul attempt and their last chance to tie the score. Penn then lost to Rankin and Wilkinsburg but staged a comeback by defeating Swissvale by a slim one-point margin. With only three seconds left to play and losing by one point, Roman let fly a long shot and snatched the victory right from the arms of their opponent. Swissvale brought the first half of our league competition to a close, Penn lost four and won two in the first round. After a week of examination, the team traveled to East Pittsburgh and defeated them 20 to 26 in a non-league game. The Indians could do no better in the second round of league play. As luck would have it, after leading Braddock the whole game, the league champs came through to win an exciting game 24 to 22. ln rapid order the Indians lost to Scott, Turtle Creek, Rankin, and Wilkins- burg. All these but the Rankin game were lost by two points and were thrilling up to the last second. Penn wound up the season by defeating Swissvale for the second time by a score of 25 to 23, Roman and Long played their last game for Penn that night. The varsity closed the season with seven wins and twelve losses, giving them a percentage of .3l6. The team ended sixth in Section 8 of the W. P. l. A. L. The highest scorer for the year was G. Roman, who, during the course of the season, accumulated l62 points. The Freshman team, coached by lVlr. Gib- IBAXJI Ili Ilflf IBA IL IL SEASONS RECORD Dale Opponent Penn Dale Opponent Penn A:Dec 8-Plum ...,,..... 28 25 Jan. 23-Wlilkinsburg .. 32 25 I1Dec I 2-lVlcKeesport.. 22 25 lan. 27-Swissvale ...... Z8 29 1:Dcc. I 6-Latrobe ......,. 24 22 flan. 30-E.. Pittsburgh 20 Z4 55Dec. I 9-Oakmont ...... I 0 33 Feb. 3 -Braddock ..., Z9 Z6 MDec 30-Verona ........ 24 22 Feb 6-Turtle Creek 34 32 Mjan. 2-Oakmont ...... I 9 28 Feb. I O-Scott ............ 51 47 Jan. 6-Braddock ...... 37 I 7 Feb I 3-Rankin ........ 29 20 Jan. 9-Turtle Creek.. 23 Zl Feb 20-Wilkinsburg.. 25 23 lan. I 3-Scott ,....,...... 30 31 Feb Z4-Swissvale .,.... 20 25 Jan. I 6-Rankin ........ 30 20 xNon-League The unsung heroes of the Junior Varsity ended the season with flying colors. The squad, coached by C. Alcorn, won I 3 out of a possible I8 games. All of these boys were either Juniors or Sophomores and you can expect to see a num- ber of them playing varsity ball next season. The squad consisted of Wilson, F. Schieden- helm, T. Kristolich, H. Snyder, B. Baker, S. Newton, B. Koslco, F. Stewart, G. Elicker, H. lVlcKinney, and B. Marshall. son, ended third in their section of the Junior W. P. l. A. l... After losing five of the first six games the team got clown to work and fin- ished the year with 7 victories and 8 defeats. The boys who saw action on the squad this year were D. Bigenho, Truschel, E. Dander, P. Hopper, H. Coval, A. Bernard, Joyce, C. Loxterman, S. Burgess, and M. Ferkatclc. Set Shot Foul Shot f. Prolfsa 53A as 1 - 155 N Clava, Bam id, l'lau.g,'6 Quin The first, and thus far only, instructor from Penn High to be claimed by Uncle Sam's forces is Track Coach Glenn R. Davis, who, last February, enlisted in the U. S. Navy as a Chief Specialist fsomething similar to a Chief Petty Officerl. Following six weeks of training at Norfolk he will serve uncler Lt. Commander Gene Tunney in his famous physical Htness corps. Coach Davis has been track mentor for three years as well as assistant football coach. l-lis successor as track coach is 2 Q C. Davis a lVlr. Matthew Alcorn. SEASONS RECORD Date Opponent Penn Apr. I8-Plum ................ I2 I I5 Apr. 23-lVlt. Lebanon .... 65 61 Apr. 29-Duquesne .......... 21 M 105W lVlay I -Sewickley .......... 3 I 96 lVlay I 3-Wilkinsburg ...... 30 77 May I 5--Avalon .............. 43 84 May 22-Turtle Creek ...... 42 85 Totals 240W 623W Made It The Race ls On U19 and Over FIRST ROW - W. Stahl, Mr. Davis, T. Young, D. Altenberger, T. Cole, H. Graham, E. Emerick, J. Ambrose, W. Deem, S. Newton, W. Alberts, T. Brown. SECOND ROW - R. Berg, E. Wheeler, V. Kokal, F. Harchelroad, R. Cline, A. Ireland, H. Peteet, A. Johnson. W. Clegg, P. Golobish. A stellar year for the thinclads was 1941. Perhaps the most outstanding triumph was that in the annual Allegheny County Track Meet when the boys and girls combined scored 89 points to put into second place l940 Cham- pion Bridgeville and their 74 tallies. In other such meets individual victories, rather than team conquests, were the keynote. In the Washington Invitational meet Vencil Kokal lost a first place in the half-mile by a split hair. Qther scorers in this meet were Al Ireland who took a third in the shot put and a fourth in the discus, and Art Johnson who tied for fourth in the high jump. In the annual W. P. I. A. L. Outdoor Meet Al Ireland won a fourth in the shot put and Kokal copped a fifth in the half-mile. The mile relay team was good for a third in the Connellsville Relays and a fourth in the Tri-State Coaches Meet. The outstanding new record of the season was Arthur Johnson's amazing high jump of six feet in the Mt. Lebanon meet. In almost every other event, running or in the field, a new record was established. High scorer for last season was Forest Woody Versaw, who, in seven meets, scored 88 points to top all previous Penn I-Iigh scoring records. Woody also scored grand slams fthree lirsts in one meetl in three different con- tests to top this field. Second in scoring was Sam Newton with 71M markers, while Al Ireland was third with 62 points. Last season 22 letters were awarded to track men. To let Penn's great dual meet record go unmentioned would be a great mistake. In seven meets they scored the amazing total of 623W points to their opponents' 240M. In these seven meets they lost but one contest, a close 65-61 decision to W. P. I. A. L. cham- pions, Mt. Lebanon. In other meets they set down familiar rivals and strange opponents in due process. W jfteg. Qld if flgain SF.ASON'S RECORD 5FOakmont .,.......... 3M - Penn ......., I I M New Kensington .... 4 - Penn I I Springdale ............ 8 - Penn 7 Etna .................... 3 - Penn I Z Aspinwall ............ 0 - Penn I 5 New Kensington .... 5 - Penn I0 HM Springdale ............ 3M - Penn Etna .................... 0 - Penn I 5 Aspinwall ............ 2 - Penn I 3 3'LPre-Season FINAL MATCHES Amhridge ............ Baldwin Township Turtle Creek ........ I M - Penn ZW - Penn 7 - Penn ....,... 13M IZM 8 Without doubt the most successful athletic team in Penn High is the golf squad. For the last three consecutive years they have won in their section and gone on to win the W. P. I. A. l... championship. ln these three years they have lost only two matches, one to Turtle Creek in 1940 and one to Springdale last year. The team, coached by the social studies teacher, Mr. Jacob Berg, and manned by Andy Seamon, Jim Snyder, Ronald Fowler, Frank Borkovich, and Andy Borkovich, won eight and lost one match in capturing the Sec- tion V crown. They tapped Oakmont CI I 3MD, defeated New Kensington CI I-45, lost one to Springdale Q8-75, and beat Etna U2- 3Q, Aspinwall C15-05, New Kensington CIO- 5D, Springdale CHM-3KqJ, Etna U5-Ol, and Aspinwall U3-25. From there they entered into the play-offs, first encountering Ambridge whom they whipped fI3M-I Their next hurdle was Baldwin Township, whom they likewise overthrew CIZM-ZMD. They beat Turtle Creek C8-71 in the last game of the play-offs to win the championship. The lead-off man for the squad last year was Andy Seamon. I-le, along with jim Snyder and Frank Borkovich, compiled the most number of under 80 scores, while Andy Borkovich had the lowest of the season, a 70. Ronald Fowler and Andy totaled the largest number of points. Prospects for I942 seem just as bright. Back from last season's team are Snyder, Fow- ler, and A. Borkovich, along with two subs, Ctuy Bosnick and Nick Puskarich. alias J. Bregant, R. Fowler, Mr, Berg, J. Snyder, F. Borkovich. H. Delancey, M. ens, U. H a ll Schwarzel. Girls' Athletic Association ' 1 .AN , , L. Steph- oran, A. 46 M 49? my K ' These four peppy cheerleaders, who urge the team on to victory in football and basketball and who arouse the student body in lusty cheers, we compliment. The new uniforms, purchased by the Student Council this year, and the girls' contributions of red and white boots enhance their attractiveness. The cheerleaders have, with the help of the sponsors, Miss Elizabeth Reed, Miss Elizabeth Klinar, and Mr. K. lngold, or- ganized a cheering section which they hope to improve in the future. The purpose of cheerleaders is to organize better cheering and to add color to the game. This vivacious group also originated a new cheer and polished up some of the old ones, Co-operation of this sort makes a more spirited Penn High. The Girls' Athletic Association, better known as the G. A. A., is headed by a. council of eleven girls who, under the direction of Miss Elizabeth Klinar and Miss Eliza- beth Reed, manage the different sports in which the girls take part. The council members are Ethel Hertzog, Dora Hill, Ruth May, Rose Perino, May Smith, Ethel Ellen Stoner, and Ruth Walton. The officers are: Jean Snyder, president, Mary Jane Day, vice presi- dent, Lois Moersch, secretary, Elizabeth Stoner, treasurer. The girls participate in soccer, basketball, volleyball, mushball, and track. The basketball team enters a Girls' Tourna- ment in which it competes with other schools. This year, if they acquire a sufficient number of points for activities, the girls will be awarded red and gold letters. lANIDIIID GROUP ONE: lVliss Hula-Hula - From a Distance - Women - Dayclreamin' - Marge ancl ,lean - More Women. GROUP TWO: Dave Looks On - Re- hearsal. GROUP THREE: Still More Women - Bill - Jim and Co. GROUP FOUR: George - Snaplnack from Center - l..eanin'. GROUP FIVE: Redhead from 208 - Studying Physics. GROUP SIX: Ward - Qur Librarian - ln the Library. GROUP SEVEN: Winning - Result of Re- hearsal. .gan yu .A 4 4: if ,wh ' 'H 'TK .l9fu,5- :Yi if-T M T A M2 an :SN M fu-L, 'lla lt An A Q9 1 if 1 sewmn 9 5 'ANIDIIID GROUP ONE: Interrupted? 1 Arriving at School - Part of a Crowd - How- ard - Paul. GROUP Two: Walkers - Just Standing Around - Taking a Tumble. GROUP THREE: Harry - Sophomores - ln the Bleachers - Jeanie. GROUP FOUR: Ed and Steve - Studying French. GROUP FIVE: Gettin' Ready - Away from Home - Chemistry Student - The Thinker. GROUP SIX: Band in Action -- Pepsie -- Good Blocking - Measuring - Flying Tackle. l A ID IE ID JF if GROUP UNE: Edward - Cheerleaders -- More Sopluomores - Spectators - Grinninf GROUP TWO: Band Looks On - Be- wilclerecl - Jean's Profile - A Perky Miss - Miss Glass l-las Fun. GROUP THREE: Enroute to School - Cn the I-lill. GROUP FOUR: Deb Pals - Cyril -- Football Fanettes, GROUP FIVE: Mr. Thomas, Mr. Metcalfe - Mr. McCurcly - Mr. Bolclen - Drum Major Bob. GROUP Six: Watching the Band - At the Game. Classes of '40 and '41, we've got to hand it to you. When it came to picking out a gift for us, you certainly showed marvelous taste. We can make good use of the Speed-Graphic Camera, and we would like to acknowledge our hearty appreci- ation for it. What has become of the two hundred seven members of last year's graduating class? Read on, Seneca fan, and you shall soon see. Jim Baker, Helen Bergent, Ed Dardanell, and Art Schaffer are classmates at Pitt, while Marjorie Selleck is majoring in speech at PCW and Billie Mcllrath is charming the lads at Carnegie Tech. Also at Tech is Harvey Clark, astounding the 'tprofs with his brilliance. The music course at Wooster persuaded Russ Barnett to attend there. Martha May Bright and Sarah Taylor will emerge from Indiana State Teachers College full- fledged school marms. Following in his brother's footsteps, Dick Raup is also at Indiana State Teachers. ' Dorothy B1ackadore's sparkling personality now belongs to Westminster, Attending classes together at Penn State are Russell Cline and Dick Hemphill. Ira Yarbrough is increasing his knowledge at Westinghouse-Tech. Clark Betz is attending an engineering school. Number, please, say the sweet voices of Re- gina Berg and Betty McWilliams, who are now telephone operators. Realizing a life-long ambition is Fran Pavlik, who has become a private secretary. Here's a real ambition for you! John Farr works at the Switch 8x Signal during the day and then attends night school. Won't Martha Graboski and Helen Smidtke, now in nurse's training, make lovely angels of mercy? Willis Davis and Marilyn Snyder are seeking further education at Grove City. Beauty culture is occuping the time of blond Ginny Deyo. Woody Versaw and Al Ireland are football teammates again-this time at Franklin and Mar- shall. Another former teammate of theirs, Jack Ambrose, played semi-pro football. Antioch College is certainly lucky to have Joan Nicholson for one of its students. Petite Lorraine Isherwood is now a dancing teacher at Martha Rose's Studio, I'll bet business is booming. Various business colleges have claimed the following: Bertha Abel, Marge Ambler, Mae Clark, Katherine Dakis, Helen Galla, Betty Kuhar, Ruth Liljegren, Dot McCallum, Ann Recklein, Marge jo. jhe Qlamw of '40 cmd -'47 T H ANKS Sacsek, Velma Sampson, Jane Shiner, Mary Trew, Violet Woffenden, Margaret Wurtz. Stanley Sroka and Dick Yama in their Army Air Corps uniforms are making the girls' hearts beat faster. Anchors Aweigh - Jerry Krahling is in the Navy. Eileen Clark now holds an important govern- ment job. Henrietta Bolte, Evelyn Brown, Mary Kichta, Betty Kleppner, Mary Jane Mcllrath, and Nellie Sukowski are now housewives. Albert Ross is also married. Proving that the commercial course at Penn High is very fine, these people are now efficient office workers: Carol Dibold, Margaret Edwards, Dolores Gunzenhauser, Betty Heinauer, Betty Jean Kenning, Roberta McCreight, Alice Potts, Tillie Puskarich, Ed Reardon, James Ritter, Marie Saun- ders, Lawrence Smith, Gladys Sprague, Dolores Sporman, Mable Valentic, Margaret Wendell, Mary Winklmann. Finding a job wasn't such a hard task for Bob Aber, Pauline Anderson, Bob Anker, Paul Annin, David Bailey, Pete Barkovich, Art Barton, Betty Belschner, Jim Bennett, Betty Bickerstaff, Frank Borkovich, Mary Bracco, John Bregant, Armand Bruno, Mabel Campbell, Caspar Chandler, Mary Churilla, Marjorie Connell, Melvin Conville, Art Coval, Esther Cumpston, Arvilla Dachille, John Dancu, John Day, Norman Duff, Ralph Duffett, Elmer Emerick, Rudolph Ferkatch, Bill Fisher, Dick Fitzroy, Arthur Fry, Martha Giebler, Robert Heid, Harold Heinauer, Emaline Herrington, Dick Hershey, Charles Hertzog, Thomas Hicks, Bill Hol- man, Ruth Holman, Natalie Jacobson, Charles James, Bob Jackson, Paul Kane, Jim Keagy, Ed Kernick, Dot Klass, Helen Kozusko, Pauline Ko- zusko, George Lipovsky, Gertrude Leszczynski, Mary Leszczynski, Charlotte Lilja, Dick Long, An- gelo Marchiona, Sam Marshall, Adrian Mason, Evron Mastropier, Ruth McCance, Dick McCollum, George McGinley, Jack Merhaut, Alfred Miller, Dot Miller, Cornelius Mitchell, Frank Mlinar, Vio- let Nelson, Mary Nonnenberg, Chalmer Pivik, Max Pivik, Dorothy Pollick, Al Porteous, Jack Quinn, Ruth Randolph, John Richey, Neil Sahene, Bill Santucci, Myrna Schaffer, Salvatore Scicolone, Andy Seamon, Margaret Sebeni, Earl Shaw, Eve- lyn Shaw, Wallace Simandl, Al Sproul, Bill Stahl, Mary Sroka, Mary Ellen Stoner, Allen Taylor, Ed Taylor, Allen Thoms, Joe Thornton, John Uhljar, Marian Van Pool, Bob Van Ryn, Bill Walker, Andrew Walles, Bill Watkins, Russell Whiteford, Jim E. Wilson, Jim V. Wilson. At home helping their parents are Pat Am- brose, Vincent Barisano, Roy Berg, Catherine Blas- kovich, Dale Blickenderfer, Bernice Cahoe, Ber- nice Carnes, Betty June Clarke, John Contreras, Charlotte Craig, Evelyn Davis, Thomas Depico, Thelma Fazi, Evelyn Garsick, Lucy Gross, Hazel Haney, Rose Hospodor, Jean Kellerman, Betty Kovatch, Virginia Krahling, Bernard Loeflier, Bill Magison, Anna Moeller, George Moran, Jim O'Con- ner, Mike Odorisio, Charlotte Ross, Sarah J. Shane, Jane Sipper, Norma Stark, Ed Stultz, Rose Trujillo.