Phoenixville High School - Phoenix Yearbook (Phoenixville, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 112 of the 1952 volume:

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STANLEY ZEHIZE We the class of '52, wish to express our appreciation to Mr. Stanley Zerbe, who successfully guided us through our junior year and most of our senior year at Phoenixville lligh. As our adviser, he devoted hls time . . . , . f to helping us to plan class activitles and to find ways to raise money or the treasury. llis many new ideas brought new life to our class proyects d ave our class an individual touch. We were taught to think for an g ourselves and not to be afraid to do things just a little differently from those in the past. Mr. Zerbe was a friend to all and won the admiration of everyone in the class. ..... v--M--1-Y-A-H----M-'-4 ---'H' nw ffl' 11 4, I , , Z i -.., D' ww. s an faq, N ' m..,,mu Q 'r x I ,sf I ,riff X 50? ', ,jg 'Z '1 ' fe? 1, 1 ,A 2 Jvgffj I ' g ,l,,'1 ,141 Nr for gal, I 1 I If jggfef, 4615,- pf 5l 1 .1 ' 'W ,ef , ' 1 14' . dz 4 Q . 5' 5 f55 .f ,' .' .1 lgf,l . 31,5 .pal , f , ,nf , ,. , 9242! 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University of Pennsylvania, lVl.S. lf f ,41 IWW .4 H. GORDON CRAIG MARY ANN CORONEOS WILLIAM H. EPPRECHT FREDERICK K Sophomore Boys' Health Business Education Plane Geometry HAMELTON Edl1CaliOI1 Indiana State Teachers' Ursinus College, Univer- Industrial-Vocational Metal Temple University, B.S., College, B.S., University sity of Pennsylvania, M.S. Shop M. Ed. of Pittsburgh, Temple Uni- in Ed. University ofPennsylvan1a versity. ff! fi ft, H , ilk. lr . vs t L. QW. I W , ERC Smal as ball COX ma Wig' iikwlk at X itanlg PMB- xegea .IOSEPH W. BAREFOOT Sensory Aids, History English Pennsylvania State Col- lege, Shippensburg State Teachers' College, Eliza- bethtovm College, A.B., Temple University, M.Ed., University ofPennsylvania. WILLIAM H. GUNTHER Art State Teachers' College Kutztown, B.S. FREDERICK GARDNER Biology Lock Haven State Teachers' College. REBEKAH M. ELLIS German, Latin Wilson College, Ursinus College, A.B., University of Pennsylvania, Berlitz School ofLa.uguages. School of Education. I H ,eyyy f gl. gg ... .. Boy HN C S ' 4 H Ceiggb Heaftly Ui52?C,qk u r U , g College cation 1 B S RALPH D. HOOLE Industrial Education Pennsylvania State Col lege, B.S. li' ,.........--Q 13 CECIL JENKINS BERNARD LILLIS Mathematics World History Wilkes College, A.B. in Albright College, B.S. Nlath. WILLIAM HOTHSTEIN Spanish, Social Studies Temple University, B.S. University of Puerto Rico National University of Mexico LY MAME KEL KATHY-YN English Couege, AJR- Rosemoin i Maine: Um' U Diver s1tY O W ani a ver silY O g PermSY CONSTANCE POLEY Sophomore Girls' Health Education Ursinus College, B.S. HALP Bmw SHAW Chemfsrrylipc' HHOADS CATH NKXN ahh Cettysbu ' hysics RA GMS, He MHS' rg College B . 'ng, 1 .S Safe Drivl Coach' PDS, Educfxonunxvefilil' wm- 'YeriKP Z. 8 Qnivetsx Ygumme, glollin 1 Chestel 6 5ch00l VERNON A. REPLOGLE Related Math, Science Juniata College, B.S.g Temple University 'J I SMPGEOHCE MAHCU University of P M ennsylvan, I IQ X MARIE E. O'NEILL English New Rochelle College, A.B.g New York Universityg University of Pennsylvania I MARY LOUISA ROWE Senior English, Publi- cations Adviser Cettysburg College, A.B. Columbia University, M.A. Etwrfgi' If . ,t f' f ' x.. Q . MIHIANI KNODERER Art School of Fine and Applied Arts of Pratt Art Instituteg Berkshire Summer School of Artsg New York University THOMAS TOMASCO Sophomore Mechanical Drawing Millersville StateTeachers' College, B.S. in Ed. ...X ,M ,pq PETE , A X-ff 1-HY WAULXNGEP' InduszrlilailkslrflTIIOPUI C ,A 9oR0l gducatkon 8.5, Franklin 81 Us ' JS FLORENFF SN Y . V5 A , I ' A . ,' ' w MARY v.uP,BO iXu51:iiuSr ciiie5?tt5i,ufi, 556, 4.9, llaifzall CO1- Umar, S1110 R DW T A allow - WYC 'tv 0 . Tam? 6 M? Te ', ' efSv'11 ' 13 Uusgnessmiggicorfhag Die Klnwderie Work, fiertificateachfrs COIISLYJB Clrcgiltlztown Slate T0 i H ge ' . Z ' em Gia u i ts H Ind 5 1 ' -egg, HN ' 3C1erS' Co epennsyivania Unwersiti' ustrzal vaniagtalp F Pennsvlm lililversiw University' AO 1P'i'e'l'Qmb1e MAHIAN VOGENITZ Sophomore Music Temple University, ILS. xx N Qs WALTER S. SAMPLE, JR. Music Director Carnegie Institute of Technology, ILA., M.A.g University of Pittsburgg Fred Waring Workshop -' l' - . A , - Y f A . f no K -W , for ,, JOHN YOKICXIICK Social Studies, English, Coach State Teachers' College, Lockhaven, Pennsylvaniag Duke Iniversityg llniver- sity of Pennsylvania 'L - I! all cfm? Our class feels very proud to proclaim Peggy Verish, one of our artistic seniors, as the de- signer ofa standard class ring. Peggy originated the pattern in her junior year, and it was ad- mired so strongly that it was decided to adopt it as the Phoenixville High School Ring. On either side of the band are raging flames shooting up from a shield, with the sacred Phoe- nix bird rising with its golden wings from the ashes. The bird resembles an eagle, although in legend it was supposed to have red and gold feathers. An opened book forming a background for the lamp of knowledge signifies learning. On the very top of the crown is the high school letter, balanced on the right by a cluster of feathers. The graduate year is engraved on the shields, and our school title circles the UP . These well designed rings were styled in three different stones, spinnel, onyx, and ruby, but also could be purchased in plain gold. Doren Murchison and Company produced the '52 ring. 1 s C ui 'xv S EIVIOPF . N J x i H ..' N W Q ff 1.2 'nj' , Q' ' ' X E . All ar' ,.., 1 ? dl E V .1 l:2'3.'y,.,v4?'x 216 MOITIS Street September 30 Phoenixville Wood Shop When no one knows, no one can tease, And I can do just as I please. Sophomore Hop 25 Football 253,45 Stage crew 3,4-. lt s hard to tell just what Harry will do next. Jacob Street February 6 Mont Clare Commercial A twirler she, and oh so gay A a beauty queen she'd be o.k. Yearbook 4 Magazine Sales 45 Sophomore Hop 25 Band 2,3543 Clee Club 3 4 Allied Youth 2.3,45 Spring Concert 2. Joannie s friendly smile and willingness to help have gained BETTY ALLIE 304 Prospect Street May 23 Phoenixville Commercial For who can see and then forget, The glories of this gay brunette. Yearbook 45 Purple and White 45 Magazine Sales 3,45 Program Sales 3,45 Sophomore Hop 2. A girl with a winning smile, Betty can usually be found dancing or just carrying on with her friends. HARRY BATZEL ELEANOR BECKEH 221 Fourth Avenue February 13 Phoenixville Commercial One usually sees her trying to find, Just what it was she has in mind. Student Council 2,35 Magazine Sales 45 Hockey 4: Refreshment Stand 45 Basketball 45 Band 2,35 Glee Club 45 Library Club 3,45 Class play 4. Ellie may be absent-minded at times, but she never forgot her gum for shorthand class. JOAN BENYO I4 DOLORES BOHOVIC 167 Prospect Street .lllrle 26 Phoenixville Academic Firey, flirtatious, freckles, and fun- Her innocent smile - his heart is won. Yearbook 4g Purple and White 49 Magazine Sales 45 Sophomore Hop 25 Basketball 2,3,4.g Glee Club 4g Cheerleader 3,49 Typing Club 3g Study Club 39 Class Play 4g Allied Youth 3. y Knitting is her hobby, but nursing is her goal. MIKE BONIK 3 Fillmore Street May 7 Phoenixville Industrial Carpentry Miss Rowe daily bemoans her fate, 'cause her Cromby Techman is always late. Mike appeared as a celebrity on the day class pictures were taken Qdungarees and dress coatj. MARGARET ROTDORF 443 Nut Road August l Phoenixville Academic jewelry that jingles, a tongue that wags Not Carmen Miranda - We call it Mag Yearbook 4g Magazine Sales 4g Sophomore Hop 25 Junior Prom 35 Hand 2,3,4g Glee Club 2,3,4g Library Club 23 Typing Club 3g Year Hook Club 45 Christmas Play 39 Senior Play Committee 4g Allied Youth 2,3,49 Spring Concert 2. Musically inclined, Maggie plays the bass clarinet with the same enthusiasm with which she talks. GEORGE RRACELIN R. D. ffl Phoenixville February 23 General The girls all swoon when George walks by, He pays no heedg just lets them lie, Magazine Sales 43 Basketball 2,3,4g Football 2,3,4g Base- ball 2,3. Although one of our favorite football players is quiet and shy, we all know him to be a swell fellow. l5 K GLORIA BRANCELONI 511 West High Street July 3 Phoenixville Commercial Voted cutest in our class, Also quite an artistic lass. Junior Prom, 3g Art Club, 39 Program Sales, 2, Magazine L , Sales, 4. I V Gloria's abilities at art, and her quiet cuteness are out of proportion to her size. DOROTHY BRAN DEL 236 Milligan Street September 25 Phoenixville Academic Dottie's sweet, she's got her man, K fShe met him in the dancing hand.l Yearbook, 45 Magazine Sales, 4, Program Sales, 35 Basket- ball, 2,3,4-, Band, 2,3,4g Class Play Ticket Manager, 4, Typing Club, 3. Dot doesn't say too much, but her sunny disposition speaks for itself. ROBERT BUCKWALTER R. D. 2 January 8 Phoenixville Industrial Duke sounds like a puppy's name, But Bucky isn't quite as tame. Football, 2,33 Stage Scenery, 3,4-. Bucky's often late for school - Did he miss the bus or just oversleep? ANN BURTON 133 Railroad Street October 10 Phoenixville Academic She makes her clothes, and does it well, Bought or hand-made, we can't tell. 1 ' Purple and White, 3,4-g Magazine Sales, 4g Art Club, 3, Allied Youth, 3,4-g Teen Club, 2. Ann's interests are sewing and art, and she does succeed in doing both skillfully. 16 ROBERT CAREY 232 Ann Street February ll Phoenixville General Come and trip it as you go, On the light, fantastic toe. Yearbook, 4g Purple and White, 3,43 Magazine Sales, 43 Refreshment Stand, 4g Sophomore Hop, 23 Junior Prom, 3. Bob is a skilled typist and one of the best workers in the class3 he has also gained recognition by his dancing. 2 Z JAMES CASSELBERRY R. D. 2 December 26 Phoenixville Academic Well dressed, good looking, he gets the eye, This man of distinction from Phoenix High. Homeroom Officer, 2,35 Yearbook, 43 Magazine Sales, 43 Refreshment Stand, 43 Junior Prom, 3g Baseball, 2g Band, 2,3Q Swing Band, 2,32 Key Club, 2,3,4. Jim alwals seems to know what he's talking about and is a very suave resser. ESTHER CROUTHAMEL Mont Clare June 26 Academic Sweet is the way Esther chooses to beg To knowledge and wisdom she's found the key. Student Council, 3,43 National Honor Society, 3,43 Year- book, 4g Purple and White, 3,42 Magazine Sales, 43 Program Sales, 43 Band, 2,32 Jr. Red Cross, 43 Class Play, 43 Allied Esther s favorite pastime of making clothes is good practice for the future business she would like to establish Youth, 3,43 Christmas Play, 3g Refreshment Stand, 3. - . . . THERESA CUTILLO 214 Green Street April 13 Phoenixville Commercial Little Birdie, thin and tall Chirps and chatters, amusing all. Yearbook, 4g Hockey, 33 Glee Club, 2g Commercial Club, 3. Theresa has a hard time keeping on the serious side, but her endless energy and gift of gab make her a likable lass. I7 WILLIAM DAVIS 814 Cherry Street August ll Phoenixville Carpentry Shop 5 8 Bill, thou art an all-around guy, But why, oh why, art thou so shy? Magazine Sales, 45 Class Play Scenery, 2,3,4g Christmas Play Scenery, 3. Remember, Bill, even a turtle has to stick his neck out once in a while. ANN THERESA DEISLAQUILA 404 High Street June 22 Phoenixville Commercial Good looks with Ann rate number oneg As a popular kid she's loads of fun. Yearbook, 43 Purple and White, 43 Magazine Sales, 4, Jr. Red Cross, 45 Cheerleader, 3,45 Class Play, 4. With such an attractive smile and winning personality, Ann is sure to make some businessman an efficient secretary. JANET DETWILER Oaks November 27 Commercial Here is a girl who, although she's plucky, just doesn't like to be called by Ducky. If Yearbook, 4, Magazine Sales, 4g Refreshment Stand, 4g Baseball, 35 Band, 3g Glee Club, 2,3. Will it be George till the end of time? JOHN DISABATINO 212 Gay Street February 9 Phoenixville General The mellow tone of his sax makes you swoon, Even his drums have a rythmic boom! Purple and White, 2,3,4, Magazine Sales, 4, Sophomore Hop, 29 Band, 2,3,4g Swing Band, 3,4-. Dark curly hair, loads of talent, a sense of humor - Johnny has almost everything. X , 'R if X ,V K . H' Li. I8 .pri Willow Avenue December 22 Audubon General Even though Bill's very quiet and shy, We d like you to know heis a real nice guy. Baseball 2, Athletic Club, 2,3,4g Gym Meet, 2. B1 s pretty nice looking, and did you know girls, he has a twin brother at home. 404 Bridge Street August 3 Phoenixville General A restless rogue of a daring boy, A mixture of nusiance, fun and joy. Magazlne Sales, 49 ,lunior Prom, 33 Key Club, 4. There s always laughter when Killer is around. PATRICIA DOUGHERTY I9 West High Street February 6 Phoenixville Commercial Looks, personality, and dancing feet, I-Iere's a combination that's hard to beat. Yearbook, 49 Purple and White, 4, Magazine Sales, 4, Pro- gram Sales, 3,4, Class Play, 4. Very neat and equally efficient, Pat will land an excellent job in the near future. WILLIAM DOWNING MARILYN DR IICKENMIIIER 20 Main Street .lung 20 Phoenixville Academic Everyone likes her, she's so full of fun, As a salesman, a songstress, in sports she's the one. Yearbook, 4g Purple and White, 2,3,4g Magazine Sales, 45 Program Sales, 39 Sophomore Hop, 2g Junior Prom, 3g Basket- ball, 2,3,4-1 Softball, 2,3,4g Ilockey, 3,4-g Band, 2,3,4g Glee Club, 3,43 Class Play, 49 District Chorus, 3,4g Volleyball, 3,4-g Spring Concert, 2. Molly rides around town inacara little betterthana Model-T. ARTHUR EDINGER I9 9 4 WILLIAM EMERY Kimberton December 28 My share of worries I will not shirk, I love to eat and don't mind work. Magazine Sales, 4. RAYMOND EMERICH ' 323 Criffen Street January 2 S Phoenixville Industrial Never give up - never say die, Take life easy - hope and try. Purple and White, 4, Magazine Sales, 4, Basketball, 2, Football, 2,3,4, Track, 3,45 Class Play, 4. Iggy was Abe in our class play, and, as usual, he did a good job. ROBERT ERB 226 Second Avenue April 6 I 1 Phoenixville Academic ,f i Very distinguished, a musician with ease, His fingers glide masterly over the keys. Magazine Sales, 49 Junior Prom, 3, Band, 2,3,4g Key Club, 2,3,4-g Pianist 2,4-g Key Club Officer, 3, Valley Forge Area Band, 39 Spring Concert, 2. 4 J It seems that Bobby's head and feet just willnot co-ordinate. ARLENE FETTERMAN 158 Bridge Street June 2 Phoenixville COIHIIl6l'Ci2il Arlene, who finds pleasure in working at art, Has eyes as large as her great big heart. Magazine Sales, 43 Basketball, 4, Commercial Club, 35 Art Club, 4, Dramatic Club, 2g Allied Youth, 4. Arlene's interest in art could lead to an interesting future. 20 Machinest Bill seems to be anonymous, although we do know he is a good worker in shop, and also helps out in his dad's store. K5 'Fi' is RICHARD FINKBINER Ridge Road October 31 'K Phoenixville Machine Shop Hot-rod Chevie and a big gas bill, There goes Richard over the hill. Magazine Sales, 4. Pinky used to like girls - now he likes his car, and what i would he do without it? PATRICIA FOX One Valley Forge Road July 20 Phoenixville Commercial An able worker and lots of fun, Pat gets along with everyone. Yearbook, 4, Purple and White, 3,4-g Magazine Sales, 4g Program Sales, 4-g Refreshment Stand, 4, Sophomore Hop, 2, Junior Prom, 3, Study Club, 3g Usherette Class Play, 4, Christ- mas Play, 4. You can usually find Pat right in the middle of some very important business, and making a good job of getting things straightened out. CERALDINE FUSCO 605 West Bridge Street October 20 Phoenixville Commercial From the ridiculous to the sublime - From Durante to Caesar in a very short time. Homeroom officer, 2, Yearbook, 4-g Magazine Sales, 4, Sopho- more Hop, 2, Basketball, 3, Softball, 35 Hockey, 49 Commercial Club, 3. Gerry is a clown of the class, but a very nice one. ELEANOR GENSEY 558 Washington Avenue May 22 Phoenixville Commercial Red hair, gray eyes, and quite a smile ,K Marriage is her racket - diamonds are her style. Student Council, 2, Magazine Sales, 4, Sophomore Hop, 2. v Eureka! She's found it! A rinse to take the red out ofher hair. 21 DONALD CEPHARDT 301 Criffen Street December 1 Phoenixville Carpentry Shop As a gridder or carpenter he'll follow the rule, But he dislikes dances and doesn't like school. Sophomore Hop, 2,3, Junior Prom, 3, Basketball, 3,4, Foot- ball, 4, Track, 2,3, Jr. Red Cross, 2,35 Class Play Scenery, 2,3,4, Christmas Play Scenery, 2,3,4. Don's quiet but cheerful attitude will make him an excellent carpenter. I CARL COLDBERG 411 High Street January 13 Phoenixville Academic Hearing Cookie, you think of something sweet, It's only our Carl, nothing to eat. Purple and White, 2,3, Sophomore Hop, 2, Junior Prom, 3, Key Club, 3,4. lf Cookie can eat like he talks, we know hels broadening. HT CAROL ANN HASSON R. D. l November 19 Phoenixville Academig Bless the day that she was born, Someone to struggle with that horn. Yearbook, 4, Purple and White, 3,4, Magazine Sales, 4, Band, 2,3,4, Class Play, 4, Allied Youth, 3,4, Refreshment Stand, 3, Spring Concert, 2, Columbia Press Association, 4, . Usherette Class Play, 3, Valley Forge Area Band, 35 College Preparatory Club, 4. Conna' live till I die and laugh till I cry. PATRICIA HELDUSER it 2 Hall Street October 23 Phoenixville Commercial 1 7 A tomboy role doesn't fit her well. But as Clementine she was sweller than swell. hi, Homeroom Officer, 3, Yearbook, 4, Purlple and White, 4, v' Magazine Sales, 4, Junior Prom, 3, Cheer eader, 3,4, Class Play, 4. Pat has more clothes than Carter has little liver pills. 22 f' NANCY HERMAN R. D. 2 November 29 Phoenixville Commercial She giggles and talks at 10 miles a minute - Honest? and Really will always be in it. Student Council, 4, Yearbook, 4g Purple and White, 3,49 Mag- azine Sales, 45 Program Sales, 4, Refreshment Stand, 4, Sopho- more Hop, 2, Junior Prom, 39 Basketball, 2,3,45 Hockey, 4, Band, 2,39 Allied Youth, 3,45 Concert, 23 Valley Forge Area Band, 3. X 4 If Daniel were in the lion's den, sweet Nancy would be in If ' there too. Y JAMES HINKLE Walnut Street January 6 Mont Clare Academic Jimmy hails from great Mont Clare, CHe'll sell you a passport for over there.l Magazine Sales, 4, Athletic Club, 3,4. try' Jim spends a lot of time at Shronkie's - they have a nice pinball machine MARIE HORVATH 241 Washington Avenue August 9 Phoenixville Commercial ls it Rise Stevens? No, it's Marie Courteous and sweet as a singer can be. Magazine Sales, 4-3 Sophomore Hop, 25 Junior Prom, 35 Clee Club, 35 Class Play, 4. Marie will make a gracious receptionist with her sincerity and good nature. HELEN HRITZ 147 First Avenue December 20 ' Phoenixville Commercial A quiet girl, sincere, and true, With little time and lots to do. Lay Student Council, 3, Yearbook, 4, Purple and White, 3,4, Mag- g azine Sales, 4, Program Sales, 3, Clee Club, 39 Library Club, 2. Helen facinates everyone with her long golden hair and sweet disposition. 23 N MICHAEL HRITZ R. D. 2 March 3 Kimberton Academic With his dress he is very neatg With his drawings he is hard to beat. l Yearbook, 4g Magazine Sales, 4g Sophomore Hop, 2g Junior Prom, 3, Art Club, 4g Typing Club, 3. Don't let Mickey's innocent manner deceive you. WILLIAM HRITZ R. D. 2 August 23 Kimberton Carpentry Shop What lucky girl will marry Bill? In kitchen and shop he has equal skill. GL. Jr. Red Cross, 2,3,4g Class Play Scenery, 2,3,4g Christmas Play Scenery, 2,3. An attractive chap, Bill and his truck seem inseparable. PAUL JEFFERS 57 Pennslyvania Avenue November I8 Phoenixville Academic A fellow with knowledge, it's easy to see, His future will probably lie in TV. Purple and White, 3,4-g Editor, 4g Sophomore Hop, 29 Junior Prom, 3g Key Club, 3,44 Class Play, 44 Allied Youth, 3,4. Paul was voted Most Likely to Succeed. It's very apparent why. GERALDINE KELLER 478 Nutt Road April I4 Phoenixville Commercial Someday we'll see Gerry in the opera house, She can hit high C Cwhen scared by a mouse.D Purple and White, 49 Magazine Sales, 4g Band, 2,3,4g Glee Club, 2,3,4g Commercial Club, 3. Tall of stature, slim and neat, Gerry has a beautiful voice. 24 E ,4 A JAMES KERSHNER f , Norwood Street February 8 , ,, Mont Clare Academic Easy going, a friend to all, He and his Ford will never stall. Class officer,3,43 Yearbook, 4, Purple and White, 2, Magazine Sales, 45 Refreshment Stand, 4, Junior Prom, 3, Key Club, 3,45 Allied Youth, 3,4-. The course of true love never did run smooth. JOE KING South Gay Street August 8 Phoenixville Commercial 9 With his car he goes so fast, But whoa! How long will that Chevie last? Golf, 2, Key Club, 2,3. Are you a fender-bender? Kingie can fix you up. EUGENE KIRKNER 222 Milligan Street January 5 g s Phoenixville Machine Shop He's awfully quiet - most of the time, When it comes to shop he's very fine. Magazine Sales, 4: Football Manager, 3,4-. Eugene is much too quiet in homeroom, but just let him get out among his friends. DOLORES KOVACS 226 Morgan Street May l Q Phoenixville Academic A fender-bender from way back, For driving cars, she has a knack. Magazine Sales, 49 .lunior Prom, 3g Band, 2,3,4g Glee Club, 3,49 Library Club, 4, Class Play, 4. We hope DeDe manages her future affairs as well as she managed the color guard. w Y 25 RICHARD KRAYNAK 223 Walnut Street August 4 Phoenixville Academic ln sports, in class, whatever we try, Moose is quite the ideal guy. Homeroom officer, 2,35 Student Council, 3, National Honor Society, 3,43 Magazine Sales, 4, So homore Hop, 2, Basketball, 3,44 Football, 2,3,4g Track, 2,43 Athlletic Club, 4. Moose's neat build and football prowess have won him fame, especially with the girls. NATHANIEL LEAR 422 South Street Phoenixville April 9 Academic Staying up late to watch the shows, Causes Nat, in school, to doze. Athletic Club, 3,4, Nathaniel is a regular joker. JOHN LESH 910 Bridge Street Phoenixville March 31 General Around, around the rink he skates, This is where John really rates. Athletic Club, 4. ,Iohnis one of the shortest fellows in our class, but you should see him on the skating rink. BERNICE MCGILL 609 Nutt Road January 9 Phoenixville Commercial You hear a noise and see a flash, There goes Bernice - here comes the crash! Purple and White, 4, Magazine Sales, 4, Refreshment Stand, 4, Baseball, 2, Library Club, 33 Class Play, 4, Allied Youth, 2,3,4g Christmas Play, 4. Bemie is always ready for a hearty laugh, and her beauti- ful hair makes her envied by everyone. 26 2131 CHARLES MCGH EY 219 Walnut Street April 24 Phoenixville Academic Our bo Snooksie's 'ust a cutie, y J - 1 And when he shaves he's quite a shrewdxel Magazine Sales, 44 Basketball, 2,3,43 Football, 2,3,4g Base- ball, 2,3,4g Athletic Club, 2,3,4. Come on Charlie, give the girls a chance! MADELINE MAGNIER Kleyona Avenye September 15 Phoenixville Academic With a cute little smile and sweet disposition, The fellows that pass her don't know what they're missin'. Yearbook, 43 Purple and White, 3,43 Magazine Sales, 49 b Refreshment Stand, 45 Jr. Red Cross, 3, Library Club, 49 Class Play Program Manager, 4gAllied Youth, 4, Conservation Club, 2. Madeline's neat appearance and cute smile make her liked by the class. DONALD MA XTON 1078 West Bridge October 29 Phoenixville Industrial As a friend and a workman, Don's just a whiz, A machinist he'll be, and quiet he is. Class Play, 4. Don's calmness is deceiving. He showed his abilities by taking a part in the class play. JUNE METZGAH R. D. 2 June 4 Phoenixville Commercial ,Iune's personality weighs a ton, With all-around talent she's the one. Student Council, 3,49 National Honor Society, 3,4g Year- book, 4-,Purple and White, 4, Magazine Sales, 43 Program Sales, 45 Refreshment Stand, 49 Sophomore Hop, 2, Junior Prom, 3: Basketball, 2,3,4-9 Band, 2,3g Class Play, 4, Concert, 24 Allied Youth, 4. ,Iune's sparkling eyes reveal her vivid personality. She is usually successful in whatever she undertakes. 27 MARILYN MILLARD 634 W. Bridge Street December 31 Phoenixville Commercial Lots of fun and friends - you bet! She also plays the clarinet. Class Officer, 3, Yearbook, 4, Magazine Sales, 4, Sophomore Hop, 2, Junior Prom, 3, Basketball, 3,4, Baseball, 3, Hockey, 4, Band, 2,3,4, Clee Club, 2,3,4, Commercial Club, 33 Dis- trict Chorus, 3, Valley Forge Area Band, 3, Spring Concert, 2, Allied Youth, 3,4. With as many friends as she has curls, Marilyn is a whiz at sports. GERALD MOSES R. D. 2 September 14 , Phoenixville General , Holy Moses! What a poke! He thinks school is one big joke. Magazine Sales, 4, Athletic Club, 4. A quiet sort of fellow,who never lets his work interfere with his pleasure. MARLENE MYERS 138 Walnut Street October 19 Mont Clare Commercial lf you should ever have the chance, ,lust stop and watch Marlene tap dance. Purple and White, 4, Magazine Sales, 4, Program Sales,3, Refreshment Stand, 4, Baseball, 3, Band, 2, Glee Club, 2,3, Commercial Club, 3. Marlene is always ready to lend a helping hand. ROBERT NEIMAN 239 First Avenue .lanuary 2 Phoenixville Academic Dizzy the call him, with bright red hair, His Cadillac takes him anywhere. Magazine Sales, 4, Athletic Club, 3,4, Allied Youth, 4. Driz's suave manner holds certain charm for the girls, high- lighted by that soft red hair. 28 ANDREW NESSPOR R. D. 2 August 14 W Phoenixville Academic i What would we do without our Andy? As S. C. President he's a dandy. my 4 Class officer, 3, Student Council, 4, Yearbook, 43 Magazine 'lf Sales, 43 Refreshment Stand, 4, Sophomore Hop, 23 Junior Prom, 33 Athletic Club, 3, Spring Concert, 2. Andy takes an active part in all the school activities, and usually makes a go of things. JANICE ORBECK 159 Main Street February l . Phoenixville Commercial Eenie, meenie, minie, moe. When reciting, why so slow? Magazine Sales, 4g Band, 2, Commercial Club, 3, Allied Youth, 2,3,43 Radio Workshop, 4. Janice is a Commercial student, and to the activities she enters she gives her everything. JOAN OTT Phoenixville R. D. l April l5 Port Providence Academic Miss Port Providence of '52, 'npr A little blond with eyes of blue. Student Council, ,3,4, Yearbook, 4, Purple and White, 3,4g Junior Prom, 3, Baseball, 2, Band, 2,3,4, Allied Youth, 2,3,4, Refreshment Stand, 3, Class Play, 4, Usherette Class Play, 3. Joanie is as quiet as her name is short, but she has a lot of knowledge in that little head. T? ,. if-3 JOHN PCOLINSKI 'V 324 Griffen St. .llme 22 I W Phoenixville Industrial 'UN A A hardworking fellow, with plenty of skill, ' Courteous and neat, your wish is his will. A tg Homeroom officer, 2,35 Student Council, 3, Magazine Sales, ' 4, Program Sales, 3, Golf, 4, Football Manager, 2,3. V I Very easy to get along with, and out for a good time - V that's John. 2? 29 al RK LILLIAN PHAROAH 931 West Bridge St. December 13 Phoenixville Commercial Small and blond, and cute at that, as She bowls them over when up at bat. Purple and White, 4, Sophomore Hop, 23 Baseball, 3, Band, 3,4g Radio Workshop, 4, Volley Ball, 3. As a majorette in the dancing band, all the fellows gave Lynn the eye. HENRIETTA PHILLIPS 206 Criffen Street February 5 Phoenixville Commercial Rae never pokes and never hurries, Does good jobs and shuns all worries. Homeroom officer, 4, Yearbook, 4g Purple and White, 2,3,4-9 Magazine Sales, 4, Program Sales, 35 Refreshment Stand, 4, Class Play, 4. Rae has such beautiful teeth and such a sweet smile, who wouldn't want her for their teacher? Y HELENA PRIBULA 364 Bridge Street April 12 Q' Phoenixville Commercial On most every rainy day, Two curlers are on plain display. Yearbook, 4g Purple and White, 2,3,4g Magazine Sales, 4g Program Sales, 39 Band, 2,3g Class Play, 49 Allied Youth, 3,4. Helena has a knack for keeping the conversation going. Gift of gab is what most people call it. DONALD RAFUSE 320 Church Street July 17 Phoenixville Academic Don, who used to play trombone, Now ably toots a Sousaphone. Magazine Sales, 4, Band, 2,3,4, Swing Band, 4g Spring Con- cert, 2, Allied Youth, 3,4g District Band, 33 Valley Forge Band, 3, Typing Club, 3, Radio Workshop, 4. A friendly fellow, Don sure can do the Charleston with that tuba towering above him. 30 DORIS REDCAY D. l February 18 J Phoenixville Commercial fi Pretty dark hair as you can see, 7 And ready to help if need there be. Magazine Sales, 4, Junior Prom, 2, Clee Club, 2, Art Club, 3,4. .lust a swell girl, ready to pitch in anytime and give her ' whole-hearted support. SHIRLEY ROWAN Valley Forge July 28 Academic ,R Her report card holds all A's, She's a lass with winning ways. Class officer, 4, National Honor Society, 3,43 Yearbook, 4, Purple and White, 45 Magazines Sales, 4, Junior Prom, 34 Band, 2,3,4g Typing Club, 34 College Preparatory, 4g Allied Youth, 39 Valley Forge Area Band, 3, District Band, 3. Hey, bassoonl Where are you going with that little girl? SARA ROWL, AND ll. D. 2 Se tember lT Phoenixville Ciiommercial Tonight l've got another date, But darn the rain - my hair is straight! Magazine Sales, 4, Sophomore llop, 2, Band, 2,3,4g Allied Youth, 3,4-g Radio Workshop Club, 4. Sara's hobbies are sports and Joe - What lucky man will have her for a secretary? JACK RUFFINC 160 Quick Street October 19 Phoenixville Academic We hear of Sue, Lorraine, and Pearl, - Is it his horse or another girl? Purple and White, 3,45 Magazine Sales, 43 Refreshment Stand, 3, Junior Prom, 3. Fun is where ,lack is, and Jack is where his horses are. 31 823 Maple Ave. Pl'10eI1iXVllle General Dick is a member of the C. A. P. Perhaps an Air Force man he'll be. Magazine Sales, 43 Sophomore Hop, 23 Band, 2,3,4. The beat of the drums characterizes Dick, as well as a way with women. BILL RUFFING 7 Anderson Ave. July 20 Phoenixville Academic Bill is quite an original uy, With his camera and look's he'll aPways get by. Yearbook, 43 Magazine Sales, 43 Prom Sales, 3g Refresh- ment Stand, 43 Sophomore Hop, 2g Junior Prom Chairman, 33 Football, 3,43 Track, 2,3,43 Athletic Club, 3,43 Class Play, 43 Allied Youth, 3,43 Junior Executive Council, 33 Stage Craft, 2. Bill, who seems to know all the answers in class, is very active and an awfully nice fellow. RICHARD SAUEHS May 8 '41, MAR GUERITE SEITL ER 318 Church Street Phoenixville So you think you have your troubles, Peg Can't get rid of Diapers or Bubbles. Homeroom officer, 23 Purple and White, 43 Magazine Sales, 43 Sophomore Hop, 23 Junior Prom, 33 Basketball, 2,3,43 Base- ball, 2,3,4Q Hockey, 233,43 Glee Club, 2,33 Class Play, 43 Allied Youth, 43 Spring Concert, 2g College Preparatory, 43 Band Concert, 2,3,4. Peggy is certainly fond of all kinds of sports. 'X 'sul PATSY SCHAFFER 211 Morris St. May 1 Phoenixville Commercial A little stick of T.N.T., She's easily heard, but hard to see. Class officer, 33 Yearbook, 43 Magazine Sales, 43 Program Sales, 33 Refreshment Stand,43 Sophomore Hop, 23 Junior Prom, 33 Band, 2,33 Commercial Club, 2,33 Class Play, 43 Allied Youth, 3,4. As neat as a pin and just as tiny. October 1 Commercial 32 ,409 rl 2 MARGIE SHAFFER R. D. 42 January 12 Collegeville C0mm61'Ci31 With shining black hair and sparkling dark eyes, Margie's as nice as her nickname implies. W Magazine Sales 49 Program Sales 34 Radio Workshop 4g Allied Youth 3,4. Margie isn't as quiet as she sometimes appears. JOAN SHEWMAN 571 Nutt Road May 7 Phoenixville Commercial A capable artist and knitter is Joan, But for her quietness she's better known. 5, Magazine Sales 4g Sophomore Hop 25 Junior Prom 3g Art Club 4. fr Joan's tall, slender figure and curly, black hair make her a good catch for any man. 1 3 'Z PAT SHOEMAKER 312 Starr Street Phoenixville August 12 Academic A banged up knee, another fall, Pat's been playing basketball. Purple and White 43 Magazine Sales 4g Sophomore Hop 2g Junior Prom 3g Basketball 2,3,4g Baseball 2,3,4: Cheerleader 3,4g Usherette Spring Concert 29 Usherette Class Play 35 Volley Ball 3,4. Pat is best known for doing well in any kind of sport. ANN SHOLL Kimberton December 18 Commercial There may be trickery in her eye, 'ff' But with her friends she rates very high. Yearbook 4g Magazine Sales 4g Refreshment Stand 4g Sophomore Hop 25 Dramatic Club 2g Allied Youth 3,45 Art Club 3. The Most Friendly girl Ann surely is. -.N-fi 33 S ROBERT SIM 441 sm. Marys St. March 1 it Phoenixville Carpentry Shop As a painter and carpenter I'1l make lots of money, And life will continue to be bright and sunny. Class Play, Stage Crew 2,3,4g Christmas Play Scenery 2,3,4. Bob likes to raise cane gthat's whyhe calls his girl Sugar . CHARLES SIMON 128 Columbia Avenue June 7 Phoenixville Machine Shop Like various others, I think hunting is fun Q And as a machinist, I'll make my own gun. Magazine Sales 4. just like a pioneer, Charlie enjoys hunting and trapping. JOHN SLAVINSKI 353 Second Avenue October 23 Phoenixville Academic A cigarette behind his ear, A cute and hot-lipped trumpeteer. Vw' ' Magazine Sales 44 Sophomore Hop 25 Junior Prom 35 Band 2,3,4. , ,',,, Binky has a way with girls, especially when refreshments are involved. as 5 QQQQ, I 'ag 3 YV' , f ALBERT SMITH Oaks October 22 Carpentry Shop Basketball, dimples, and lots of jokesg He's proud to say he hails from Oaks. Magazine Sales 43 Sophomore Hop 25 Basketball 2,3,4-3 Track 3,4-g Jr. Red Cross 2,3,49 Class Play Stage Crew 2,3,4-5 Christmas Play Scenery 2,3,4. Albert is a hard worker and puts everything behind what he does. 34 RONALD SNHTH 42 Pennsylvania Avenue Phoenixville Radio Workshop 4. weave-sei 2 SHIRLEY SMITH 326 Church Street October 29 Phoenixville Commercial Sometimes she's reckless, sometimes she's tame, But just get her in a pinochle game. Class Secretary 4, Student Council 3,4-, National llonor Society 3,4, Yearbook Editor 4, Purple and White 3,4-, Magazine Sales 4, Refreshment Stand 4, Sophomore Hop 2, junior Prom 3, Band 2,35 Class Play 4, Spring Concert 2, Allied Youth 3,4, Temple Press Association 3. Shirley just likes fellows, fun, and corned beef sandwiches. VERNON SNYDER 338 llridge Street Phoenixville If l graduate I'll be set To be a carpenter? You bet! February 15 Academic An outstanding lad who is tall and thin, l'le'll play that tube 'til he's out of wind. Magazine Sales 4, Band 2,3,4, Swing Band 2,3,4g Class Play 45 Valley Forge Area Rand 3, District Band 33 Typing Club 3, Ronnie can usually talk his way out of an argument. T' lf g r February 10 Carpentry Shop Track Manager 3, jr. Red Cross 2,331.3 Christmas Play Scenery 3. Miss Kelly calls Vernon a philatelist. MARGARET STROMAN 249 Third Avenue january 4 Phoenixville Commercial Her name and manner both show pep , ln the band just watch her step. Magazine Sales 45 Band 2,331.9 Library Club 4, Handicraft Club 3. 3-'QQ 1 Pep and Helena are a match for anyone! X 35 ALBERT STURGES your own conclusion. GERALD SWARTZ 806 West Bridge Street July 6 Phoenixville Wood Shop Tall and cute and nice blond curls, Why don't you get to know us girls? Sophomore Hop 2g Jr. Red Cross 2,3,4-3 Class Play fSceneryD 2,3,4-5 Christmas Play QSceneryJ 2,3,4. Gerald is just as nice as he is nice looking. JOHN SZUCHAN R. D. ill September 10 S 1 Phoenixville Academic to be shoved around especially in football DANNY TAGLIEBER 205 Buchanan Street May 3 Phoenixville Industrial I used to be Mayor, a long time ago, I may be again for all you know. Homeroom officer 2g Student Council 2,33 Magazine Sales 4g Sophomore Hop 2g Track QManagerl 25 Jr. Red Cross 2,3,4-3 Key Club 29 Class Play lSceneryJ 2,3,4.g Christmas Play lSceneryl 2,3,4. Danny is such an all around fellowg he's also proven himself a good leader. 36 249 First Avenue August 25 Phoenixville Academic His red hair states a temper wild, However, Albert's meek and mild Magazine Sales 4g Baseball 2,3,4g Athletic Club 3 4 Albert is pleasantly shyg however, when it comes to girls draw A football, girls, and a little green car On college campusl would surely go far Magazine Sales 4-g Football 2,3,4-9 Tract 2 Athletic Club 4- ,Iohn is quite a muscle-man, and lets us know he doesn t like JOAN TAYLOR R. D. il February 18 Phoenixville Academic Since thou hast a movie star's name, Why not go on to greater fame? Magazine Sales 4g Program Sales 39 Baseball 45 Hockey 3,4-g Typing Club 35 Allied Youth 4. Joan's romantic interests are hockey and a little Willys. 4 , .- an MICHAEL TEVIS 42 Walnut Street September 18 Phoenixville General N When I grow in years as I have in frame, The world of science will know my name. Magazine Sales 4g Radio Workshop 4. Mike is an awfully good sport, and has as much scientific knowledge as he has height. X Z F RAN CIS TOTH 539 West Bridge Street August 4 Phoenixville General Toty's quite popular at a dance, How about giving the girls a chance? Homeroom officer 2,33 Sophomore Hop 2g Junior Prom 3, Basket- ball 2,3,4g Football 2,3,4g Baseball 2,3,4-5 Athletic Club 3. Toty likes to kid the girls, and the fellows like to kid Toty. BARBAR A TRACTEN B ERC 600 Starr Street December 5 Phoenixville Academic 75? An international interest I can claim, By the list of activities under my name. if Zi Yearbook 4g Purple and White 3,49 Magazine Sales 44 Program Sales 3g jr. Red Cross 3,4g College Preparatory Club 43 Typing Club 33 Dramatic Club 2. So quiet, but oh so sweet! 37 f f Si' DAN TURNER 358 Nutt Road October 7 Phoenixville Academic At sports and studies he's a whizg A typical senior?- he surely is! Class officer 49 Student Council 4g Magazine Sales 4, Refresh- ment Stand 4g Sophomore Hop 2g Junior Prom 3g Basketball 2,3,4g Class Play 49 Allied Youth 3,45 Typing Club 3. Dan takes life seriously, even basketball. EVELYN UJOBAI 4 A fi' 137 Fifth Avenue September 9 Phoenixville Academic A future in sports? Who does know her goal? In most any game she racks up a high toal. Yearbook 4g Purple and White 43 Magazine Sales 45 Refresh- ment Stand 49 junior Prom 3g Basketball 2,3,49 Baseball 2,3,4: llockey 2,3,4g Clee Club 4, Class Play 43 Typing Club 33 Allied Youth 3,4g Volley Ball 3,4. Good things come in small packages, and travel around in a Pontiac. HOWARD UMBLE Kiss or kick--take your pick, january 11 General 'IQ l remember girls, but studies don't stick. W Magazine Sales 45 Athletic Club 4g Class Play 4. L E A Bussy's always busy. PAUL VANDERSLICE 230 Nutt Road March 29 Phoenixville Academic The sax can really be played by Goose , But the teachers wonder who let him loose. Yearbook 43 Sophomore Hop 23 Junior Prom 3, Rand 2,3,4g Swing Band 2,35 Class Play 45 Allied Youth 4g Typing Club 39 College Prep 45 District Band 39 State Band 3g Valley Forge Area Rand 3. Paul's future lies in musicg with his many talents we are sure he will be a success 38 ff . Q . KP' r v 79W 1, V, ,',f Tl, QM! I f f Z f , ' 7 WJ! f6,f,1'Wf ff f ' ' ' V , 7 . f .M if 6 13 East Morgan Street January 23 Phoenixville Commercial DICK VAN KL EEK Kimberton May 29 Academic The spark plugs spark--the running boards run-- Come along with Dewey and have some fun. Magazine Sales 4g Tract 45 Class Play 4. Brains and brawn combine to make Dewdrop a most popular fellow. PEGGY VERISH Our school rings we shall forever cherish, Since they were designed by Peggy Verish. Homeroom officer 45 Yearbook 45 Magazine Sales 4-g Refresh- ment Stand 3g Sophomore Hop 2g Junior Prom 39 Band 3,44 ,ann-.X 'fin Glee Club 3,4g Commercial Club 3g Ring Committee 3. With baton or paint-brush, Peggy is a skilled little girl. R. D. ffl January 10 GERALD WALKER February 1 341 Church Street Phoenixville Industrial As the witches caldron boils and bubbles, I'll vie with Macbeth in causing troubles. Magazine Sales 45 Program Sales 3g Football Manager 2,3. What a sense of humor? ROBERT WARREN Phoenixville Academic They call him Mouse , but is he quiet? When mischief's afoot, he's first to try it. Magazine Sales 43 Sophomore Hop 2g junior Prom 3g Athletic Club 3g Class Play 4g Allied Youth 2,3,4: College Prep 4. Bob's life is a series of jokes, hard work, and teacher troubles. 39 ' L3 5 ETHEL WHATL EY 330 Bridge Street January 18 Phoenixville Commercial With Pee Wee's gang piled in the car Still Bessy can go mighty far. Homeroom Officer 2, Yearbook 4, Magazine Sales 4, Hockey 3, Clee Club 2, Commercial Club 3. Lots of audacity, lots of loquacity, and little bit of fun thrown in! JOAN WHITBY 18 Melvin Ro ad Phoenixville April 29 Academic I have the freckles, I have red hair, I have the temper, but I don't care. Yearbook 4, Purple and White 3,4, Magazine Sales 4, Program Sales 3, Band 2,3,4-9 Library Club 4, Class Play 4, Typing Club 3. ,Ioan will have to suffer through training without her daily supply of ice cream. Af.. JOHN WRIGHT October 23 824 W. Bridge Street Phoenixville Academic A nuttier Nut would be hard to find, You'll never catch him in the working grind. 5. Magazine Sales 4, Program Sales 3, Sophomore Hop 2, Basket- ball 2, Athletic Club 3. John's school work suffers, but he usually has a good time. CECELIA YARN ALI.. State Road February 28 Phoenixville Academic Talented blondes are hard to find, What if I can't make up my mind? Yearbook 4, Purple and White 3,4, Magazine Sales 4, Sophomore Hop 2, Junior Prom 3, Band 2,3,4, Swing Band 4, Glee Club 3,4, Class Play 4, Typing Club 3, College Prep Club 4. In my day and age, why worry? 40 THOMAS YATSKO Mont Clare December 20 General Usually getting in someone's hair, i my Obviously he's from Mont Clare. 'mm' Magazine Sales 4g Basketball 2,3g Football 4g Baseball 4g Handicraft Club 3. If Yatyo's happy, you can be sure someone has just sat down on a tack. f JOHN YEACER R. D. 152 May 18 Phoenixville Academic The motor roars, the tires squeal, 5 But Yeager's still behind the wheel! Yearbook 49 Refreshment Stand 45 Junior Prom 33 Athletic Club 49 Allied Youth 2,3,4g Typing Club 3. Going somewhere? John will take you! A NDH LW F RAN CIS Y EDN OCK 52 Walnut Street May 14 Phoenixville Academic A football field is sheer delight When Andy passes left to right. Homeroom Officer 2g Basketball 2,3,4g Football 2,3,4g Baseball 2,3,4g Athletic Club 2,3,4. Ears is a pretty peppy cheerleader. RICHARD ZACH 232 Milligan Street October 20 Phoenixville Carpentry Shop K If ever the school goes up with a bang, The blame will be put on Zach and his gang. Basketball 2,3,4-L Football 2,3,45 Class Play Stage Crew 2,3,4-9 Christmas Play Scenery 2,3,4. Richie pretends to be a shy guy. dl JOSEPH ZAPPONE 4-67 Freemont Street October 15 Phoenixville General The voice, the knowledge, the winning wayg ,Ioe's headed for public affairs some day. Student Council 2, 3, 45 Magazine Sales 49 Program Sales 3g Sophomore Hop 2g Golf 3,45 Student Council Vice-President 3. , Joe was voted our Best Leaderng wouldn't he make a good senator some day? THOMAS ZOLLERS 339 Morgan Street January 28 Phoenixville General Throughout the years Tom's never missed Having his name last on every list. Magazine Sales 4g Athletic Club 4. Tom is the exception to any rule. l IN MEMORIAM WILLIAM LITKA Born: August 14, 1933 Died: September 18, 1951 In remembrance of a friend we lost during the early part of our senior year. He will always be remembered as an enthusiastic worker and a friend to all. 42 WP --.,,X CLASS OFFICERS President ............... James Kershner Vice-President ............ Daniel Turner Secretary ...... . . . Shirley Smith Treasurer . . . . . . Shirley Rowan 714 ,idpzeciatian We, the class of '52, wish to express our appreciation to Mrs. Sidor and Mr. Daher, the successors to Mr. Zerbe, who helped us around the last bend in the road of our school career. We are grateful to them for their willingness to take over the responsibility with an unselfish attitude. 43 Nl BEST ATHLETES Pat Shoemaker George Bracelin PEPPIEST Pat Schaffer Rulon Ettinger MOST VERSATILE Richard Kra nack Marilyn Millard MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Paul Jeffers Esther Crouthamel H ,L 1 9 x 5 BEST NATURED Bernice McGill John Yeager 70645 7044 CLASS CLOWNS Eleanor Gensey Bob Warren BEST LOOKING Joan Ben o Jim Casselgerry MOST CAPABLE Andy Nesspor Helen Hritz MOST TALKATIVE Helena Pribula Tom Yatsko TALLEST ,Ioan Shewman Michael Tevis 6 M BEST DANCERS Ann Theresa Dellaquila Robert Carey TYPICAL SENIORS Nancy Herman Dan Turner , cc' AA FRIENDLIEST Ann Sholl Andy Yednock BEST LEADERS Shirle Smith ,Ioe Zgppone MOST POPULAR June Metzgar ,lim Kershner 70403 Wh CUTEST Gloria Branceloni Bob Neiman MOST DIGNIFI ED Marie Horvath Robert Erb MOST ORIGINAL Pe Verish BUF Huffing BEST DRESSED Pat Helduser john Wright BEST SPORTS Gerry Fusco Howard Umble I L eave tAvAvL,v Dollars an d non sense A I it to the girls! ' wnuuuw X Ns i Ummm! Good! ,ff .a- X .4 ' T xavem um O Wlagayaae dee With a 82500 goal before us in October, our class worked like busy beavers for two weeks, selling magazines. The campaign, which was sponsored by the Curtis Publishing Company, proved a howling success when the thermometer charts bubbled over the top, making a grand total of 32654-.8O. Of course, we could not have reached this goal if Andy Nesspor, Molly Druckenmiller, and Marlene Myers, the three highest sales- men, had not worked so hard persuading and insisting that their neighbors and relatives buy subscriptions. Curtis recognized these three classmen by giving each a radio. During an assembly program, a number of other seniors, who sold more than 330 worth of sub- scriptions, were presented with Certificates of Achievement. Carol Hasson, the campaign manager, and representatives from each home- room were responsible for conducting the drive and encouraging the sales. Our school spirit and ability to work together were proved by this, the first class project in our senior year. The Winnah!! ii ml 1 fefzeadmead Stand Hot dogs, candy, soda popl was a familiar cry from the seniors at the refreshment stand this year. The cry was a little weak some- times--the prospect of a hundred dozen unsliced hot dog rolls one hour before game time would cause anyone to lose strength. The refreshment stand helpers worked hard and long and the proof lies in the fact that about 8100 profit was made at each game. John Yeager's donation of fifteen bushels of apples helped our cause. Those apples sold like tinsel at Christmas. Most of the other merchandise was purchased from the Phoenix- ville merchants. This refreshment stand project gave Mr. Stanley Zerbe, our adviser, two gray hairs. Those who grew one gray hair under Mr. Zerbe's direction were as follows: Pat Fox, chairman, James Kershner, James Casselberry, Andy Nesspor, John Yeager, Janet Detwiler, Evie Ujobai, Eleanor Becker, june Metzgar, Ann Scholl, Patsy Schaffer, Shirley Smith, Nancy Herman, Madeline Magnier, Barbara Tractenberg, Henrietta Phillips, Danny Turner, Bob Carey, Bill Ruffing, Marlene Myers, and Don Seitz. Lucky dogl - K 1 , 1 i QM' .xg ii V , QR 8.1. g V sk V -- Ii N. .mg , X . pf. , ,f vt M., .1 ii- it K 1 'i .', 'if 1' my i c 4 1 1 It FRIDAY NIGHT CAST Sitting: L. to R. Shirley Smith, Paul Jeffers, June Metzgar, Dan Turner, Evelyn Ujobai, Pat Schaffer, Ann Theresa Dellaquila. Standing: Dick VanKleek, Cecilia Yarnall, Ronald Smith, Carol Hasson, Mickael Hritz. Zememffdae Production of the Senior Play Clementine was presented on Thursday and Friday nights, November 29 and 30, at 8:15 in the Memorial Junior High auditorium. Clementine , by Peggy Goodin was a comedy in three acts. This was a story of a girl who got into all sorts of trouble because of her tomboy actions, finally grew up and discovered boys were more than mere football players. The story took place in early September in the small town of Hooterville. The play was under the direction of Mr. Vernon Heplogle with assistance from Mrs. Florence Sidor, Mr. George Marcum and Mr. Stanley Zerbe. Wright's Fumiture House provided the necessary furnishings for the stage setting. n.,,,,t just y stand there! Q Cain xx? 4 'EE 1 wa., 15 .yi st . .-ww -lr i Q? ew W I Clog, UI-gl Nl. . all. EN gf.,,gv..h1 y Gee! ....... Gee! Y VWXGY 3 Q G3 wx I 4,10ZfA X , 2 7 , 4 f L. ffl' EVA f 7' Q1 f. A, f , 444 , ,A Wi ,, 4 Q. f ' Q , 2 if - '- 4 1 , f .7 , -, 4, 5 f 7 2 r. KA .e 1 7 f y., , M. . X 1 f y . fl Q if X. Cowan Cotta KA QXBY X One hour 'til curtain time! learn H1086 I fix ' I w' W ll ' if f X X 'f J A ' , 7 f J ff f 1 L f Q f X 5 , 1-4 f iff 49, by 4 gm Hrs 'H Go over it just once more! Sitting - H. Umble, P. Helduser, B. Warren, B. McGill, E. Crouthamel, H. Phillips. Standing P Vanderslice M. Druckenmiller, R. Emrich, P. Dougherty, D. Maxton. H75 sr w i 5 W 3 .xv ' ff 5 W 49 Y af 13. x . af 2... . X Pl x-,ig Q A 1501 .X W t T un 5 5 E Al.. 23,5 T -1 xsmq, , C A H F F 3+ ga i ,. 0 'a Q 5' A . 1. Q ,af . L lst Row: Left to Right, D. Tagleiber, N. Herman M. Horvath, G. Fusco, D. Bohovic, J. Kershner. 2nd Row: Left to Bight, B. Davis, A. Smith, B. Buckwalter, D. Gephardt. USHERETTES: P. Emery, P. Schaffer, H. Kuchma, ,L Ulisney, M. Myers, ,L Detwiler, J. Taylor, P. Forster, D. Redcay, P. Fox, S. Martin, W. Kathman, F. Lauer, S. Reustle, A. Burton, A. Fetterman, G.. Keller, l. Ullman, H. Hritz, J. Lenkey, N. Landis. MAKE UP: N. Herman, E. Becker. PROPERTIES: A. Nesspor, D. Bohovic, J. Yeager, J. Zappone, .I.Detwiler. SOUND EFFECTS: J. Kershner. PHOMPTERS: M. Horvath, C. Fusco. STAGE CREW: D. Tahleiber, B. Davis, A. Smith, B. Buclcwalter, D. Gephardt. 'Q 4 ' ,, ff VD ia 5 Q f fb A' . cf' Q if QQ? '41 RX. ,, R 3 ff, i I K fix l Sea' Howdy Doody has invaded PHS l The members of the Student Council plus the Student body worked hard for over a year to col- lect Acme sales slips so that our school might have a new Philco television set. They finally made it and now all the students are well informed of current news and events. All the teachers alpd especially Pop were thrilled the day the set was installed and we all agreed it was worth t e effort. ' is M 5 5 Et 1949 October: Dressed as spooks, witches, and goblins, many followed the band in a big Hallowe'en parade which ended with a dance at the parking lot on Main Street, December: The football team was honored at a banquet at thejunior high school gymnasium. January: The biology classes made a trip to Harrisburg to see the Penn- sylvania Farm Show. March: The Band Concert drew large crowds to the junior high school auditorium both nights of the production. April: The Sophomore Hop, not formal this year, was enjoyed by all the dancers of our class. May: The biology classes made another trip, this time to Philadel- phia, to see the Flower Show. The band went to Washington, D. C., to parade for the spring City Tall Cedars. 1950 September: The class got a preview of the two years in the high school building that were bo come by discovering that the lockers didn't work, by looking at our lovely washrooms, and by nearly being asphyxiated the first time the heater went into action. December: The Football Banquet was held at the junior high school for our team, winners of the league championship. The Christmas Cantata and Play were presented and well re- ceived by an appreciative audience. January: The Key Club sponsored a very successful formal dance and crowned as queen, Peg Fahringer of the Senior Class. February: A bus loaded with Chilean delegates to the Model United Na- tions General Assembly meeting at Temple University turned out to be the students of the social studies classes at PHS. March: The National Honor Society held induction exercises. The chorus and band gave the annual concert before a full house of entertainment seekers both nights. May: A beautifully decorated gym provided the background for a gala Junior-Senior Prom. Christine Ronto reigned as queen. June: Our class rings, the first standard rings to be selected, arrived in the office. The band spent three exciting days in Atlantic City parading for the Lions' Intemational Convention. I 0-. Sti ll 42 If X . Nl lf N , lx ' ll ' 4 f ff ll 1951 September: O ctober: November: D ecember: 1952 January: Febmary: March: April: May: June: No one went looking for a job to do: there was always room for one more person to help at the refreshment stand at the football games. Magazine Sales were the topic of eve discussion and friends and relatives were sure to buy atrlleast one subscrip- tion: after all, those almond Hershey bars tastedpretty good. Officers took a trip to Bynden Wood to look over the possi- bilities of taking a three day class trip. All the members of the staff of the class play were busy memorizing lines or locating property and selling tickets. The Football Banquet brought the usual wonderful turkey dinner with its snapper soup and other trimmings. The Christmas Cantata and Play received its usual high praise as the chorus and play members gave excellent per- formances. The National Honor Society gave a Christmas Dance com- plete with all the decorations and good holiday spirit. We were wondering just how many graduation announcements and name cards to order. Campaigning was going strong to select the Queen ofthe Key Club Prom. A group from the social studies classes went to the model National Republicans Convention in Philadelphia sponsored ,lfy the Civic Forum League. he Honor Society held induction services and more of us became members of this selected group. The band lived up to its reputation by presenting an enter- taining evening of music at the annual concert. The band appeared before the delegates at the Music Educator's Na- tional Convention in Philadelphia. The Honor Society gave an Easter Dance to give the newly elected members a chance to show off their ability as in- terior decorators. This was a busy month, with cap and gown measurements being taken, preparations for graduation being made, and class day and baccalaureate practice, and those last few evenings of cramming for the finals. Our goal attained! Graduation! lg 5 -1.- K . K., Keg 66665 pfzam 3 1 K ,X-'f K ' ' fm ,,,, p y One Evenin in Vienna , January 26 to be exact, all those lucky people who attended the Key Club prom danced to the dreamy music of the Starlight Serenaders from Norris- town. Of all the gay dancers perhaps the hap iest was .Ioanie Benyo, who was crowned Ke Club ueen hy Paul Jeffers. Gifts were presented to Ann Flxheresa Bellaquilla, Pat Heldu- ser, June Metzgar, Peg Verish, and Shirley Rowan, queen con- testants. ' ff,, 745411 227 41 i ai nf rw , M 503 5 4 , , al X I a,,l 'fi y ffl .: ii A 6 ta A - , V 1 K i ki ' , ,af X ,E ' K' 'ii H Z Q I, , ,f f I , 5 I ,ff my WV, 4 W. V .W A ,qv 1 . 1 9 2' VM. 14, , , X Q .vf ' MQ-gf f' I f4 94 IV A U My 7 by , , fm I 4- W? 1 'f Pb... 'J ,, KX gn. :twat A ,'-- f ff f if , ' f , my! ,Nw- Ui if' I Q f ! T :X 1? , A iff ll v , gig. Q W, wi- E 1 A' . U , 9 '1 Y .- k wr I Q 1 1 . lfx 'x5 P V .HV .x ,-. ,A H, 4' 5 V h , ww f 1': x M . X !K:,h X 1 Q 5 Q , . sm. ,ff AXE A an as f ' M1 U ' fi' Za? if Wi 5 M QW 's ,if ,A Q ,.,,,,,,9, 1, A , V f . i ,uh ' - . - N 'K 1 1 --an -f f t ' M 55:14 Q . , ,sy . ab .-. ' ,,. 21, , 4 ,E V I , , .J f Kg, ik! I 1 fbi! 1 K, 1 fu ,Jw f ffgzfff 'ww my Zz G ,ff f Z K .f V lax xx xx Z Xia f 'tiff'-1' U JH if -3 Qyfff. KA I g f -f A 0 g gfriiggcgng, -T -:f:ff. 1 j -44,4-E Wfchool - ? QQ Eli 4, X V 51 L ,, Wi' mm b K uf!!! l f ' 1 If ! ' X f ! :.:1f'f2q ff l N V Q Af' W f X x Q gffzf mww :f1nnq f E llUlIIL'lHillm1m':i k X I f K 7, Y nt if -p?ffQ . . ive V K 'fi 24 fit' it are 4' ' r I xy., , g Q 7 ' L P V :W li, I x ., V . A E, 'ff' Q,, t i m cv , lux Y Q ,,.L .. V gg A gi' g 2 QV ff -zlif if as ' r My' if it , f. A' 3 y at 'f '!i f i 4 f i fl 5 i i ,1 ' , , 'V.V 5 i 'Vgg f The Class of '53 proved themselves very successful dining their first year at high school. They partici ated in many activities including assemhly programs, sports, and the Original Dancing Band. Under the able leadership of their class officers--Sam Greene, Jerry Hehberg, Judy Bishop, and Barbara Conwell, their plans for the annual Jr.-Sr. Prom became a real- ity and highlighted our last year as sen- 1ors. 5 9 x u M-J M I - f , , , , ., flu 6,4 I gif, ' ' -,af I . f I ,, Xb I' y wif. may H, K ,L , ,, in - , 4- I A vw ' 58 I. 5 I ' ' Ki-EYE. ' VW y,4,,,,. 1 ..w.,, A, . E MW-v 5-A Sapiamaae 65444 Q 1 ff RQ 'SX 'X SW 5 E I fel fill , V--. 1 , Q.. .'..w I' A .- - 4 f' fflfyf 'LV' i 8, D ' U y . n- V-e ,gi , -AF 45 .34 if 2 f' L' A gf 4 4:1 WV -x , I SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS Richard Sim President Sandra Wisneski V. President Norma Spieth Secretary Eugene Matta Treasurer President Richard Sim and V. President Sandra Wisneski guided the sophomores success- fully through their first year as senior high students. Secretary Norma Spieth was kept busy re- cording all the major activities of their class, and Treasurer Eugene Matta had the difficult job I , xr l of collecting class dues. All in all, their first year was most enjoyable. 3 I X 5 r 6 if of OFFICE PRACTICE-Learning how to use dictaphones and addin ma- chines gives us high hopes 0? pleas- ing a very nice boss someday. - 9 av ML , 414' Q2l 1 iffy? ',1f TYPING-Busy fingers and rhythmic clicking signify the typing room. The object of this class is to master the skills of neatness and accuracy. ,- val: SHORTHAND-The dictating part is easy, but when we come to words like unani- 1 mity we have a little trouble. Will the speed demons land the job? ,ff C OMMERCIAL LAW -Guilty or not guilty?Through this course we learn- ed to distinguish legal from illegal, the plaintiff from the defendant, and 3130 studied methods of court proce- ure. I ff, 4, f f Z 2 X W A ' ff p it W I ff I , y ' Q , X 1 f - 9 3.1 4 fmnwz , ,H az 7 ww, M ,. ff W sf V , 0 fl ART Wh - at could be more fun than working in the sun with two beautiful girls? Art class deman ' ds patience and skill. .. 55? wil H -t S551 ., A 9 vw 71 'Qi fgmsv, GYM-Gym class provides exercise as well as a chance to participate in seasonal sports for those who don't take part in varsity athletics. fa il' 4 4'1.' V: C u 1 12 w ll 1 .I .wg 4 I In . . 1 lf. ' . X,A ., . .gn fn 51122 Q fe, ,,f 543, BIOLOGY -- The midnight oil burns as we struggle with an artis- tic biology project. Tomorrow we must state the difference between platyhelminthes and nemathelmin- thes. v-qp -. rig 1 X i ClllClVllSTllY -- Chemistry lab pro- vides an interesting outlet for scientific minds. During these periods we experiment with know- ledge we have learned in previous classes. r ., Jfmfi, PHYSICS - Mainly for time 'felt master minds with intelli- gence and the ability to under- 5 3615.512 M' 'V' stand Pop, the Physics class li is complicated but fun. V ' ml1vgJ,r Y, Q .e y 5 tg ll 3 if VI. l I .. X iii' 4? 2 .,z,,ti?7y, Aff' 1' , Al l ENGLISH -- This is where we learn the difference between a noun and a verb, prose and poetry, and the art ' for a last minute of skimmlng a book report. America here we SPANISH -- Latin , come! In this two-year course we gained the knowledge of Spanish customs, the language, legends, and s. innumerable song warm ., 7Z?1aI?iz, ,,g4-3'5 311'-f, . sith M 4 5 ,,,, i M3 gf X AQ 'Tl ,V QL 4 I My A I mm lk ,,,.,, N rX.Vp . 1 1 , f f V.-'Sv , amen, p K If K fn O11 'nl M 'r'!'11 ' I e,.,,i ff , V ,I MQ - p fb 19 026' I 4, 4 f , , 'Y I ' Www . O. D. - Future leaders of tomorrow review the problems of today. P. O. D. class brings ' ting discussions s ,V forth lnteres and simplified charts. .X lt ti X l K W X ' l 8 K X x W Q 4 ,L 'J f rib! DRAFTING-The knowledge of per- spective drawing and blueprint read- ing will promise a good job someday. These guys draw nice figures instead of look at them. F CONSUMEIVS ED.-The art of buy- in such things as houses, insurance poqicies, and even automobiles, will be valuable in later life. This is one class where we can't experiment. WOOD SHOP-Here is a typi- cal scene of our boys in the shop learning a trade which will reward them in the future with success. 1 ,r W Q 5 WOOD SHOP--Buzz goes the saw! Bang goes the hammer! The finished product may be a bookend, a table, a clothes-tree, or, if something goes wrong, a toothpick. 'el IZ' H- MACHINE SHOP-Heat treat- ments, files, and sha ing don't refer to a beauty sallon, but to machine shop. lf these fellows meet certain qualifi- cations, they will soon find themselves apprentice machi- nists. af' 4k,,.,,f I x . ,, W fy 1 73, f f ,xx-ff A ff' lit iff. 0 ii: . Q ' ,154 .5 I Q' .Q :. e r . lf.: 5 n 'J x +5-if ,Q J l ii if It , i Q 71 NCLH Q I x ,lc f i KA 4: V X xii --,' 1 K I y r r'rr p 'V li', i i .iigifflfifr 2 1 , 5- V H ,Q ' Q gfyfffbg is At-?f.,,g' ' kV,ff:.!, QQef 3v, ' f 4 1 , ' M A tj, , S1 ' 'K Q f J , A .,c. , cpca 1 it p xg l l -r'fL.fY-flll , f A vc A 4 I p n L ? .rr 'f '1 ix,-N SOLID CEOMETHY-82-42, plus angles and homework, equal lots of hard thinking plus an aspirin. These mathematicians will soon be prepared for college. 'gf ea 111 of N. M 'U e Crackiea P O9 acbeth- a touch do S939 ' wh jfls te adof 1,3 Q 6 6611117-U! da Sczmzclczgfz Ween 6 f ,wi H Q J' for 8.9076 Soon we'll be in there fighting! If We're prepared to give In defer . flljned them a good licking! lo SCO Ig the fjrs PE! rcwwnyc M 1 n ' f F A'- J L4W'.d,. , ' yi' 1 o ' A 1 ' 1 6-Q.. Aw 5. g f - 31619, Q 1. - i ,?.qw,, W 'P A-1 , 5' is 1 6 r goal! lf., ,af--A-.vw- , Y 1 68 Y if Striving for perfection! Getting in trim for the big day! sdfddddyd qfezame of, KO' , fy wwye 1 K '03 ik i 9, booie' Non wwe' Z -In-4... Q xongx. X iw Good strutting requires poise and balance. x X We After a splendid per- formance a snack sure X' tastes good. ? A few last minute touches. K' 1- ,T X, t ifii 'x 34 5: 4 I 11115 -fdfe at 79, 745. 9 Q ! , ff! P f l lf S-'L 1 ' 4 ,,f f MM , ff 4 J V X, N gl 4 g lm 'f 4 .A I X l if 5 .Q w ., ,f A I ff f A V ,. ' l . 1 r g K :. Am ,,, 4 M4 I f, f,,, f V , I N 'K , K . fl 5 Q . AR I ' 1 v 7 fn lf' Q . K 3' L .S Q A My k The Stags on the stairs. xx, ff, I ., X mes- U11 . grow one 5?f'1f oh x bad x'aCU ' e M555 ' boy I L an an l 955' T31 ' wha ' M2 25 X 311 4 I. , t Pr' 'Q 1 ' f X ff 'W 2--T l f l ll t lwiiflfaf - MC' 'l A ' l .4 R ' xx X A. 'L L- Lunch time at last. CW . K if I ' iw, JVM I-1' ' f t Ahl The intellectual type. of x f I 4351 W . giyf ofk' , wakes xxx st g 1V, lllg with 8 Yi-:etYone 5 smile! 70 mf' life at hw P. 7-CS, fog, iw 313' Everybody watch the bLrd1e! f X V MW Y. 1 K1 A 6 H19 a We G egjing go GBE' PU . 0 ? These should be good. s ' Q f 16 Q 4 X 6 ' SXNCKE Ten 'hor Q Xeaq Where's the mustard? e Po 'Yme to ands X Yi- ' .' . . f: 7 W SX. , , , Y N g Q , o-7. fx 11 ' 61 9 1, Q o n '54 ,, no 5 ek, LX of , ' A ,V 1 ff 71 dfe at C 6 3 A H' 'al aol call 001 av Howl xx 'Tick - '3 ww' I Lights, Camera, Smile! ,., 4-fe I , if 'V jg' fi yi, I ,sw f3 f 2bQfsc v A K It wasn't so funny! Something for vaudeville pans Loch '13 tb e World ' x O Ver Here Com CS tb e bride l f-RET! UWZS X Q .. Y X g A I , 'T' - 1fx,,,, ff X1 ' 9 I -I , . , , 'v':, A Q V , '15, - u . M C P ' 7, I' H, .,., -, 0 R 5 f l 5331? i ii 1 .. A r L Pr is ,v , 2-. ,- g2 K ' 7 u W f A . C e . L E IJ? Y -atfh lf .. -'-' Y:nQ'-- 7'- LA , 7? ,c t in ,vs . X 1 E A ll I' i ai we creiy wmWwQQwW Al ' ,qv , , fsfem wiigcwx . , , . R 1 5 ., , ,f-Qikatff YI Mi G rl h 1' wh VVVK 5 ,R , . sr- T 4' o R Left to Right-B. Warren, P. Seitler, D. Van Kleek, M. Millard, D. Redcay, M. Horvath, C. Fus- Y co, B. Trachtenberg. ,MM What are the entrance requirements for college? How much is the tuition? How large is the student body? What extracurricular activities do the students have? Where is the college located? These are a few of the many questions you might hear if you happen to walk into Room ll during club period. Miss Kelly, as the sponsor of this lively group of seniors, helped members of the club to obtain catalogues from numerous colleges and secure speakers to present the merits of various schools. Everyone benefited by the debates and discussions and all are sold on going to college. Cwmoe PREn 'A i i miie glxxl. ,Nw , M ' ' f r l .' i r '! X W , IW A - ,y ' Ill M ,, , y X , 'f agu 1,43-hQ,gu Sql fl ' T I ' fi +L-4 i! Us .sc Q 1 my, ' 'vfflu H PN , 23 H 0 N 0 T I R ', N A I OS NO AC LI E T bos, N. Shronk, J. Kelly, B. Trachtenberg, D. Taglieber, J. Zappone. 2nd Row: H. Hritz, P Jeffers, H. Pribula, S. Smith, S. Rowan, C. Yarnall, P. Vanderslice, P. Schaffer. 3rd How: E Y Crouthamel, R. Kraynak, J. Metzgar. Missing: B. Wrenn. Left to Right-lst How: J. Rehberg, D. Turner, H. Phillips, F. Zeleski, B. Conwell, S. Galam The National Honor Society is an elective organization which was established in 1925. lts members are selected in accordance with their traits of character, service, leadership and scholar- ship. Only students who are in the upper third of their class are eligible. Five percent are elec- ted in their junior year and ten percent in their senior year. The purpose is to create an enthusiasm for scholarship and stimulate a desire to render ser- vice to t e school. It also helps to promote worthy leadership and encourage the development of character. The officers of the class of '52 were: President--Richard Kraynak Vice President --Shirley Rowan Secretary-- june Metzgar Treasurer --Esther Crouthamel Historian --Shirley Smith Every year it is the custom to have a Christmas dance sponsored by the National Honor Society. The members spend many hours decorating and are rewarded with very good attendance. Membership in this organization is the highest honor a student can obtain. S Z i W da 3 li , Q-fs' , , if WA ' Llp XZ 'Alix 75 LfH'fi'! rflfded Zeal! The Allied Youth, which was recently organized in our school, increases its membership every year. Meetings were held whenever they were needed for business or to plan some social event. Mr. Waterworth spoke to the group, telling about the purpose of the Allied Youth and the social activities of other organizations. All members know they can have a whale of a good time with- out the use of alcoholic beverages. This was made evident when they sponsored the first dance of the year to which no one was admitted without a sniff test. Everyone did have a whale of a good time. The officers for the year were Dan Turner, president, Andy Nesspor, vice president, Nancy Herman, secretary, and Pat Schaffer, treasurer. At a business meeting, John Slavinski was voted delegate to the yearly Allied Youth conven- tion at Buckhill Falls which lasted for three days. ,ral 'v wt' J! 'Ul a ya, .,-A v M Q ' .na 1 ,WW xg A F5 Af., 1., y First Row: T. Stec, H. Butterfield, S. Betley, J. Taroski, C. McGray, J. Szuchan, E. Speakman, J. Lesh. Second How: A. Yednock, H. Kraynak, D. Cox, L. Cook, J. Osisek, G. Roscoe, F. Buski, J. Yokemick. Third How: H. Umble, J. Hinkle, C. Brown, T. Zollers, W. Downing, P. Bracelin, J Home. Fourth How: J. Leo, A. Sturges, J. Yeager, J. Smiley. ,bvwdf The Sports Club, under the direction of Mr. John Yokemick, met each week to discuss various athletic activities and problems. The group of thirty-five boys listed these five objectives for the year: to show seasonal sport films, to purchase and read sport magazinesg to conduct discussions on sports issues, such as the recent basketball and boxing scandals, to test sports knowledge by examinations, and to practice sportsmanlike conduct at athletic contests. Dick Kraynak served as president with Pat Bracelin, vice-president, and John Yeager, secretary-treasurer. The members of this club managed to a great extent to combine business with pleasure. The films on sports, tumbling, and all types of athletic activity were definitely what the boys liked. Those discussions of rules and ethics gave them an opportunity to air their own opinions and to supplement their knowledge with the knowledge of others. They finished the year much better equipped both to take part in sports and to be intelligent spectators of athletic events. f l fiNf.,m,- ,ff 5 M-5 if so . f Ar' . ,,,.i,i, Y v 5 Q l J 4 , X ii' if .ii Q X X Q2 .F X Lg K E Y C L U B l all 11' ft V f l Left to Right-Sittirgz P. Jeffers, C. Goldberg, J. King, B. Wrenn, S. Creeneg Standing: J. Kerschner, J. Kane, . Erb, J. Casselberry, J. Rehberg. Who beautified the halls of PHS at Christmas time? Who was res onsible for a gala Evening in Vienna, which so many dancers enjoyed? Who sponsored the Nljalentine Dance in our study hall? You guessed it! All this was the worlc of those energetic Key Club boys. The Key Club consists of high school boys who are sponsored by the local Kiwanis Club. The main function of this club is service for others, and they never fail to do their good deeds. X x x 'fff 0 . , W f--, I- y 1 1? V I. 'Ny , Av Q .J Qlf. , ff D 5 Q Q si, 6 5 f 4M ff 1 sl V XX Q f 0 r Xx 3 X14 l as X f E 4 , X eel 'N WZ ' ffffffri' . 78 C-1 W R A 0 D R I K 0 S H O P ., J: A f 4 z A-vu-q . f , 'M Q' A X lin Left to Right-lst Row: D. Rafuse, S. Rowland, Mrs. Coroneos, B. Chermak P Helstand .l Slavinski. 2nd Row: H. Kuchma, M. Benyo, J. Conway, S. Emery, W. Kathman L Pharoah 3rd Row: M. Myers, W. Snyder, E. Catlos, K. Katein, M. Shaffer. 4th Row M Tevis R Smith You're on the air was a familiar phrase to the students in the Radio Workshop Club this year. As a newcomer to P.H.S. the Club proved itself very successful. The students were given an opportunity to study and learn all the mysteries of the crystal setn, and were given the chance to make an actual broadcast at the radio station in Coatsville. Under the leadership of Mrs Coro neos the club made a big hit with all the hams of our school. ' ' X Z Z A '1 010 .x Nj .fx 2' 5 2. UlrTlou:9y5, .5 .2 'safe I .. I i O Ebx o First How: M. Myers, S. Rowan, E. Ujobai, J. Ott. Second Row: B. McGill, G. Brancleoni, H. Phil- lips, P. Jeffers, M. Rowe, I. Omer, M. Druckeruniller, B. Wrenn. Third Row: J. Whitby, J. Metzgar, D. Bohovic, P. Shoemaker, A. Burton, J. Orbeck, C. Yarnall, H. Hritz, M. Magnier. Fourth Row: A. Delaquilla, B. Allie, N. Herman, S. Smith. C. Goldberg, C. Hasson, E. Crouthamel. Fifth Row: M. McCabe, J. Ruffing, B. Trachtenberg, J. Wright, J. DiSabatino. Fumble and Wide This year marked the twenty-fifth Anniversary of the school paper, the Purple and White. The paper is published monthly and many students through the years have taken an active part in making it a success. Through the competent editorship of Paul Jeffers and the advisorship of Miss Rowe, the Purple and White gained recognition early in the term for its news stories when it received a second place rating from the Pennsylvania Scholastic Press Association. The aims of the staff are to develop a uniform school spirit of the highest quality: to build and influence student opiniong to encourage the best school enterprisesg to cooperate with respect for school authorities, bo maintain clean sportsmanship, to acquaint the community with the progress of the schoolg to promote good scholarship, and to work always for the best interests of the school. With this in mind, the staff members succeeded in publishing eight issues as well as a special Christmas edition which was appreciated by all subscribers. A new feature added to the paper was the Foreign Reporter. Bill Willis, a former class- mate, capably forwarded interesting articles from his temporary home in Germany. N If b 1 Z ig 3. V' , if X. v-1 . I ' ,VY ff M? M fi ifi ,QN ' f V if IAQ' ' l f of I ' I of ' lL ffl if , ft ' - ' VV,i I f , . Emi af fs-f ' 1 --.. ' ' - J x VVVA X l W 'C if X , 0 9 if f V f , ff ,- tt 4.,,' ' 'cg ' if ' if ff , Q, if 4 ,f gf! 'j First Row: W. Rothstein, B. Tractenbury, E. Ujobai, C. Yarnall, H. Warren, D. Kovacs, S. Rowan Second Row: A. Burton, D. Bohovic, J. Kershner, N. Lear. Third Row: S. Sturges, J. Casselberry P. Jeffers, J. Ruffing, C. Goldberg. The Spanish Club was composed of members of Mr. Rothstein's second year Spanish class. One day a week, everyone put aside his Spanish book and spent the period in activities a little less formal, much more enjoyable, and just as valuable educationally as the regular class periods. Occasionally movies were shown or records were played, but usually the little song books were passed out and everyone chimed in with Senor Hothstein's lusty baritone. Sometimes el professor even favored los alumnos witn a Spanish dance. Mr. Hothstein's stories of per- sonal experiences in Puerto Rico and Mexico and his anecdotes of the people, their customs and their attitudes made Latin Americans seem closer and more real than any story or movie ever could. Travelogues of different Latin American countries enabled students to visualize the set- tings of much of the material which they studied. The purpose of the Spanish Club is to promote better understanding of Spanish speaking people and their customs, and to learn something about the countries in which they live. Many students helped to accomplish this purpose by having pen pals in Mexico or other Latin American countries. sk VZ JI ii i dill L Q Q ' 'Qu i' y Sitting: J. Wjitby, M. Magnier, N. Katancik, P. Monkoski. Standing: M. Flanagan, M. Ceiser, P. Emery, M. Stroman, B. Keene, S. Griffith. .lddcmq To those who like books, the Library Club gives the opportunity of getting to know more intimately old friends. With this in mind, the book lovers of the school signed up with Mrs. Sidor. The girls learned how to mend and stamp books, and did some filing and desk work. Under the direction of Mrs. Sidor, they mastered the art of shelving books and learned how to locate them quickly. During the year they became well enough acquainted with the books in the library to recommend them to other students for book reports or for pleasure reading. During National Book Week, the members of the Library Club and someotl1er characters from our school acted in an assembly program scenes from popular books. During March, the Library Club sponsored its annual Hobby Show in which students and teachers participated. The club also sponsored a dance in the latter half of the school year. The officers of the club during the year were Eleanor Becker,presidentgDolores Kovach, secretaryg and Marcia Flanagan, treasurer. 3 S., Li: First Row: L. Robinson, H. Phillips, I. Omer, N. Shronk, J. Kelly. Second Row: E. Becker, K. Eaches, B. Conwell, S. Smith, J. Metzgar, N. Herman, J. Kish, J. Force, D. Turner. Standing J. Ott, J. Klenk, J. Zappone, A. Nesspor. S Twenty-two members of Student Council, under the supervision of Mr. Rhoads, aimed, as usual, to serve as a sounding board for student opinion and to strive for the general bettemrent of our school. The officers for the year were Andy Nesspor, president, Dan Turner, vice president, Esther Crouthamel, secretary, and, June Metzgar, treasurer. They represented P. H. S. at the fall meeting of the Philadelphia Suburban Student Council Association which was held in the new West Chester Joint High School. After conducting a drive to collect American Stores sales' slips toward getting a T-V set for the school, the council, with the last minute aid of some enthusiastic sophomores, SllCCeCded ill l'e3ChiIlg its goal of 500,000 votes. The set was delivered and installed in January. The Council sponsored the victory dances and a Sadie Hawkins ' dance. Some purchases made by the Student Council were pocket books for the library, the World News Map, which was displayed in the hall, new records for dances, and train tickets, which were used by students participating in various meetings in Philadelphia. ' 'I in ., J ,WWW f Uw l ,, A ,, ,lm :p 'F ' I L 56 ,1 XQ I fs.: Z 'J'4nB1n. orf I E lt fi Left to Right: M. Hritz, C. Brancaleoni, Miss Knoderer, J. Brennan, M. J. Ash, A. Fetterman ,-hz Slcetching, painting, anducutting up are the things the members ofthe P. H. S. art club do. This club provides entertainment for its members. In the fall and spring these students can be seen all over the school Qinside and outsidel sketching and coloring scenes. At Christmas, the art club did a lot to beautify our school and most of the posters painted for the school are done by this club. Every year calendars are made by club members for the classrooms at the high school. Miss Knoderer is the supervisor for the art club. rj f 1--fm 'N' 72' i of 11 2 4 0 fi W ,,.,,,.,.-4-nga-wr 3 First Row: B. Funk, H. Hudak, H. Harrop, M. J. Brillhart, A. Pennypacker, S. Reustle. Second Row: P. Kuhns, P. Kunkel, A. Scaringi, L. Finkbiner, A. Simes, M. Swier. Standing: Mrs. Rubbo 7q,a6a7 66:45 A, S, D, F --- Watch the copy, not your hands! ---UNever strike overa letterf' - Yes, for Mrs. liubbo it was somewhat of a struggle, but for the members ofthe Typing Club it was an opportunity. The Typing Club was comprised of non-Commercial students who wanted to learn the fundamentals of typing but were unable to fit it into their schedules. ln college, typed themes rate much higher with professors. Who knows the variety of situations in which nurses may need to use the typewriter? And for salesmen and those who might own their own businesses, typing is an essential. So into Typing Club each week came those, who for reasons of their own, were determined to master the intricacies ofthe keyboard. Mrs. liubbo taught the club members the different parts of the typewriter, how to operate them correctly, and the fundamental rules governing typed material and business letters. She helped them to compile notebooks of rules and hints for typing which could be used as references in situations where they must make their own decisions on matters of form. All the members of the club believed that the periods spent in Typing Club were some of the most helpful of the entire school year. F sf-: ' -L. X da If Z fl. fxm 5 First Row: Mr. Sample, H. Erb, M. Swier, C. Max ton, V. Taylor, Ruth Sample, D. Slavinski, M. Stroman, D. Brandel, M. Brillhart, S. Calambos, Scottie Sample, B. Conwell, A. Ruffing, P. Hiestand, N. Campbell. Second How: S. Rowan, M. Millard, M. Botdorf, R. Dobson, J. Lorenz, N. Spieth, G. Showalter, D. Fort, M. Andrews, M. Huffing, S. Wadsworth, B. Fox. Third Row: P. Vanderslice, P. Seitler, A. Pennypacker, L. Cable, G. Hughes, N. Yerger, R. Yeager, C. Hasson, C. Yamall, G. Keller, W. Kunsch. Fourth Row: C. Brown, M. Druckenmiller, P. Forster, J. Slavinski, L. Fulmer, D. Hatfield, R. Funk, J. Carr, J. Whitby, J. Rehberg. Fifth Row: J. DiSabatino, J. Sabol, H. Smith, D. Rafuse, D. Holman, D. Sauers, N. Shronk. Sixth Row: S. Martin, L. Pharoah, S. Reustle, P. Verish, N. Landes, J. Henyo, D. Krashinski, F. Riley, D. Ful- ton. Seventh Row: S. Wisneski, D. Kovacs, L. Jacobs,K. Eaches, Smith, J. Mazei, M. Szuchan, S. Row- land, J. Ott. Emu! I 4' BNYU 44 After a strenuous but successful football season, our Dancing Band looked forward to a quiet winter of concert music. Then the announcement was made that the band was scheduled to perform at the Music Educators' National Convention in March! Practice is necessary for perfection, so all the little tooters again had to put on their dancing shoes once or twice a week. The band was also given the honor of putting on the finale at the Cultural Olympics, which are held every year at Convention Hall in Philadelphia. The annual band concert was held on March 13 and 14. This year, as always, the band under the direction of Walter S. Sample, had a year filled with hard work, much fun, and the satis- faction of knowing that its many performances were appreciated by all who witnessed them. Pl. 5 Drum Majorettes, L to H: N. Landes, P. Verish, L. Pharoah, D. Krashinski, S. Reustle, J. Benyo, K. Ful- ton, F. Riley, S. Marlin. Qgagjfy gglggf The Spring City, Royersford, and Phoenixville High School bands joined forces in October to present a concert in memory of John Philip Sousa. Mr. Helmenke, 80-year old bass drummer for Sousa's band, came to give a drum demonstration. He was accom- panied by Mr. llloffet who assisted him with a snare drum. Mr. Helmenke directed several marchesg the remainder of the numbers were directed by Mr. Sample and the supervisors from Spring City and Royersford. 8 9 Twice during school and three days a week after school, the warblers of Phoenix High collect in the bandhouse for practice, and for forty minutes the air is filled with song. The first result of all these rehearsals was the Christmas Cantata. This year the chorus presented The lleavenly Child, with solos by Nancy Campbell, Ann Ruffing, Nancy Shronk, Geraldine Keller, Molly Druckenmiller, Cecelia Yamall, and Shirleyann Galambos. The Band Concert in March gave the Chorus its second opportunity to perform in public. lts choral backgrounds to band numbers and the novelty numbers presented were most enjoyable. Membership in the Chorus gave many girls the opportunity to participate in the musical activities which hold such an important place at P. ll. S. 1-4, K. I ,IIILL ,.., n ll. I ll , if w. i STO 7575 Ni l ' W 'V 55,32-f 1 '!-A-A-I S na- X Xxx xv-xg W X ' ' iv, f X ........ Xl j 42, X- x L ,SSS VID 'Q ffl, f XX rf QQACH 5531 , wwf P.ll.S. OPP. '3 ' F lfiel ilflj 0 Howard O ,ix J 5-'I an , .12 ' 6 Downingtown 13 H 20 Pottstown ,i H -M., l . 13 West Chester 6 I it . Q ,Y ra 14 Lf.-.Q ',N H 6 Norristown 32 'ff' 6 C onshohocken 1 2 wh 27 Bridgeport 0 JJ, 20 Berwyn H 7 it 12 Cootesville 0 ' J . 'fv .1 wr. 1. ,ff'2....A3? 4.'rI2 First Row: R. Emrich, C. McCray, T. Marchegiano, R. Susko, C. Stec, W. Hill, B. Harvey, H. Ralston Second Row: Coach Hubisack, C. Fulner, R. Kraynalc, B. Ruffing, J. Leo, A. Yednock, J. Szuchan, D Cephart, R. Butterfield, M. Bamhardt. Third Row: Mr. White, J. McCarraher, H. Batzel, F. Toth, S. Greene F. Bearden, F. Sams, C. Bracelin, J. Santangelo, R. Zach, Managers, W. Shinehouse, T. Rowe, Coach J Yokemick. Fourth Row: B. Landis, J. Wassel, J. Cassell, P. Bracelin, R. VanHorn, C. Matta, G. Bruch, J: Buckwalter, B. Wrenn. 7 - Q 53 4724 E4 45, . ' 5 fy X 4 ,A V, .y 4 M , ,V fx 'J , V V V AV',,' V 1 :wg 5 .fA. ' X why' 1 Teamwork, lcoppergitiqm s wqre the ,ngainstays of the Phantom Tam? 'her Com1efins the '51 sew 'W Pf 'he U0 bv, , H A Vis z Q QVV, Qlffa-wg ' Aim. t e v 775 4 ,, While. , 15 - 3 'WOUQ ,,-119: 4 V95 095v,,Bp ' f 7 ' M 'L ' ' , ' 1' PhoS6 Wli0m7 f3i6''96501f'7'55l5T3'lYii3? ' alibi? xlxis 'year will be the followin I '-', ,, ,:j,Az n, ,V ' f V 'v' w hiv-Kg? , ' ,z V,V,, N. ,vf'f9:,,,fQ1,-,glwf,:A V, ,V .,,, I, ,,,A Q .. I sz Geox5ge Braoe15in fl31fjrk ,V ZgQ3g.,D1ck. Q faSz,gaha1:g Aixdy Y'ednock, Charlie Mccray, Bgtze1, Tom Yatslgog AFranq :s TQ?-h,' pn Geplzart, Ray Emrich, and Bill Ruffing. gg wash to exxpress our gratitude to you, Phantoms and coaches, for an exciting and fgqpgzgssfaxl year o football. 'F' ,,,, X ' 1'lw ' 7'5 A A g ' 'K 'm ' 1 f ' ' ,' A . 1 . , , L. , , , , V ,ig ,X r H 4 wwf sl '31-f,.' 1 f Q- fiq4w no, 3 T-' V 4 gi, 3' Y wif Q' 1 I V -' ww 'K . . .K 2 N' in n I -.xx W -1, Y ,, ,, ,,,,. ,W ,fa , M' .fs ' ur W f if 4a '8? All ll 9-wa W., First Row--Pat Shoemaker. Second How---A. Dellaquila, P. Helduser, D. Bohovic, J. Sava- stana, P. Emery. Third Row--P. Boyer, B. Chermak, J. Lenky, P. Straub, B. Taggart. 5' W1 -f, 0. 1 ' Ll, 43:52, 1 -V 4 ii f me 9, Rah! Rah! Rah! Nutt Road and Gay Street surely shook during the football season this year. Thanks to the cheerleaders our pep rallys went off with a bang. Under the direction of Miss Rankin, Pat Shoemaker and her ten member squad added vigor and zing to all the football and basketball games. The junior members of the squad are chosen each Fall by the senior members on their ability to teach, personality, motions, and their voice tone. At the end of the year the hard working cheerleaders are re- warded for all their sore throats and colds when the juniors receive their letters and the senior cheerleaders are awarded gold megaphones. .tix S . so .5 'Na .4 nw 3 ' ' A T' ' 4 'fr ...if ' 1 X .X I X X 51 f XE if SM if 72.117 i f 3.5 X' l 1, 5 5 if Qi! f' 4 ' .f i X 1 -- - it N SV C 8 E z First Row: S. Greene, J. Tarosky, C. Bracelin, C. McCray, J. Bracelin. Second Row: J. Thomas, A. Smith, A. Yednock, J. Leo, D. Turner, Coach J. Yokemick. The basketball team has performed many exciting exhibitions of good sportsmanship during the 1951-1952 campaign for the Ches-mont League Title. Coach John Yokemick's proteges showed their true form in their first few games of the season by coming through with gratifying results. Graduation of the '51 Class brought about a severe jolt in the list of top players on last year's team. In basketball circles, the boys this year were known as shorties, but they compensated for their lack of height with good shooting ability.Dan Tumer and Charles lVlcGray shared dual-honors for the high scorer tribute. Cagers who represented Phoenixville High for the final time were Charles l'slcGray, George Bracelin, Andy Yednock and Dan Tumer. First How: G. Wilkenson, F. Bahus, H. Simms, L. Marchegiano, J McCarraher, J. Kuchma, T. Stec. Last Row: B. Liliis Qcoachj D. Hirt, J. Byrne, J. Groboski, R. Vanl-Iorn, A. Grejdus, C. Bundy t I 1 lf , 1 V f 7 D ? If 4 V f ? W f i.,.,f,f 5 1 M2 I ' f F Q f Z4 gf 1 , f V, ,7 M A f- EEL, yawn A ,.,. ,..,, X I , ' - ' , - 4 f f f . 1 , H ,fy ,, ,H , ' ' f VIZ, yffy-f If ZW ' , :WU C harles McGray Andy Yednock JL HW .,, Uv, f f p'Atf l?3 - at 111554 Q - 4 ' x 1 4 f y S QM ' .SQA Q, N! Q. , V , ,VE ' . ,J Qi B xzg, 'Y !'E r Y ' 44' , X. e . , V, 4 i AVVL 'f ' X A A . 3 , , i X - Lil' Y 4 ,.,' HA 'il 'P f ' I 3 X 3 lu f' N' 34 , s x . Xx L 1 fvf ' George Rracelin 99 xx wwmu w--up fzfzm xxx. i was I 0 1 K Q fffg Q 5 , . g 'f Zv,'4?4-., KAW Dan Turner Al Smith f yu 'Q 'TI , I 111 14 WQ' we it G1 ld 'f First Row: Dolores DiNicola, Amelia Horvath, Betty Kinsinger, Ginger Ale, Evelyn Parker, Loretta Dedrich, ' ' ' ' ' M K'nne . Second Row: Miss Elaine Davis, Mary Anne Szuchan, Dolores Krachinski, Gail Griffith, Suzanne c 1 y Rankin, Connie Moore, Sally Struce, Madeline Cisick, Shirley Setzler, Theresa Katancik, Elaine Kilyk, Doris Batzel, ,Ioan Kassel. pdcmtametlea Let's get in there and really fightlnis afamiliar phrase used by all the members of the Pliantomette Basketball Team. Teamwork? Skills? Coordination? Speed? We've got them all wrap- ed into one bi iece of mechanism which has carried us through a successful year. P g P Co-captained by Evelyn Ujobai and June Metzgar, the girls have crossed many a rugged road to attain the goal for which they have striven. New uniforms and jackets boosted the morale of the ljhantomette squad. D B d l Evel n U'obai, Marilyn Drucken- Seniors leaving the s uad this year were: ot ran e , y J miller, Marilyn Millard, Gerry ll7usco, Eleanor Becker and June Metzgar. Hold that pose' Reaching for the stars' Marilyn Mill ard Marilyn Druckenmiller Eleanor Becker Dot Brandel June Metzgar Evelyn Uj ob ai Gerry Fu sco First Row: D. Bohovic, S. Cox, J. Vance, M. Millard, J. Metzgar, W. Kathman, B. Wasko. Second Row: l E B k P B er, Miss Rankin, M. Druckenmiller, G. Fusco, D. Brandel, T. Benyo, R. Hudak, G. Stier y, . ec er, . oy P. Shoemaker. X 1 fp First How---l.. Deitrich, J. Taylor, M. Preble, E. Ujobai, P. Seitler, N. Ilerman, C. Fusco. Second Row--Mrs. Poley, S. Cox, G. Stierly, E. Kilyk, li. Ash, I. Davis, M. Millard, D. Gere, A. Simes, M. Druckenmiller. A very high-spirited and peppy game which is becoming one of the major sports is hockey. Although the Phantomettes were victor- ious in only two out of six games, they fought with a spirit that could rarely he compared. Mrs. Constance Poley executed a splendid job of coaching. ller encouragement, patience, guidance, and ever delightful spirit made the game more likeable and interesting. The varsity was captained by Evelyn Ujobai while the ,Iayvees were led by Janie Vance. The seniors who played hockey this year for the last time were Gerry Fusco, Evelyn Ujobai, Marilyn Millard, ,loan Taylor, Nancy llerman and Peg Seitler. 0 . cw Q X-5 5- i c . c A! ' , p, Q , 4 , .A f e 'iii 'l I ,Hia 1 lx 46 ,ff , , N. f ,. s xt K, 5 4 I Wacky ffm r 4- Spwwua Herbert's Dress Shop Phoenix Appliance Co. Colonial Jewelers Walter S. Geisinger McFaddin's Clothes Shop Stine 81 Wall Martin 81 Martin Estahrook Tire Co. McCarraher Bros. Singer Sewing Center Webster Yeager Mr. 81 Mrs. Raymond A. Vanderslice, Sr Mr. 81 Mrs. John F. Yeager Gable's Flower Shop Mr. 81 Mrs. Karl T. Yarnall Yamall's Stationery Boston Shoe Store Mr. 81 Mrs. W. C. Wright, Sr. Keene's Radio Service Rossiter Ki Farkas Mr. 81 Mrs. Richard F. Kem Mr. 81 Mrs. Frank Pribula Mrs. Mary Pribula Mr. 81 Mrs. Claude B. Kershner Mr. 81 Mrs. Thomas Jeffers A. J. Hasson Mr. Sz Mrs. J. C. Erb Miss Elizabeth Dunn The Parsons 81 Baker Co. Mr. gl Mrs. Elmer McClaskey Mr. 81 Mrs. Edgar Harrop Arthur 81 Margaret Roshong Frank 81 Margaret Hoffman E. A. Pump hrey Si Co. Mrs. J. C. Parsons Nathan Brown, M. D. Mr. 81 Mrs. Kenneth E. Cray Mr. 81 Mrs. Louis B. Loucks Mary Dunn Julia llolman Mr. 81 Mrs. John Dunn ,Iohn U. Francis Miller Sz Moose Mr. gl Mrs. Richard R. Crouthamel E. G. Keyser Holman 81 Engle Gay jewelers Albert B. Klenk Bl1StCI',S Restaurant Nathan's Quality Shop Brouse's Drug Store Lightman's Cutrate Mrs. Michael Martin Mr. 81 Mrs. George Stroman Kath n Stroman Mrs. lzewis Wonderly Marvin Stroman Cece 81 Goose Mr. 81 Mrs. Robert M. Wright Charles L. Kates, Jr. George Thomas Farrell's Barber Shop Kathryn M. Kelly Mr. 81 Mrs. Nicholas Zappone S. J. Fodor Dolores Emery Mr. Alfred Stabilit Mrs. F. C. Marshall Mr. Kr Mrs. Charles Fetterman Miss Arlene Fetterman Miss Martha W. Friday Barbara Ann Byer Mary L. Rowe Mr. 81 Mrs. Byron Saul ,Ioan 81 Bill Mr. 81 Mrs. Andrew Benyo The Lee Shop Mr. 81 Mrs. Henry Detwiler, Sr. George Powell, Jr. Barbara Willaredt Mr. 81 Mrs. Paul Francis Mr. 81 Mrs. George Powell Billy Rhoads pddhdltd Malvine Martin Margie 81 Andy Mr. 81 Mrs. Warren Botdorf Miss Marion Sheeler Joe Ash Mr. 81 Mrs. Albanus Rowland Joe 81 Sara Mrs. Joseph Ash Mr. 81 Mrs. Robert Rovel Mr. Sr Mrs. William A. Ruffing Chrissy Ruffing Mr. 81 Mrs. Paul Shewman Pat 81 Frank Mr. 81 Mrs. Paul Webb, 3rd. ,loan Sz Beds Mr. 81 Mrs. Samuel A. Ott Don Sr Amy Mr. 81 Mrs. Robert H. Ott Mr. gl Mrs. Vincent G. Daher Vemon Replogle Dorothy Wadlin er Mr. 81 Mrs. Val iubbo Wayne L. 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