Pitcairn High School - Retrospect Yearbook (Pitcairn, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 142 of the 1944 volume:

A Q, 'af ff: QQ 55 Q v J u -. n 1 x 1 F! r W f THE RETRGSPECT CFFICIAL PUBLICATION Commemorating PITCAIRNS Wh ANNIVERSARY I 8 9 4 - - I 9 4 4 9' Q, dl. - :T 55:12. , 5 N Q W 4, '.-45 vu V 0 Xvljalff xy- J ' .x ie 5? NM N14 D' 53 PITCAIRN, PENNSYLVANIA ALLEGHENY COUNT Y EDITED BY THE PRESS CLUB Jean Helen Sam Louise N211-ida Margaret Brendlinger Gogol VViIliamsou Adams Evans Balant ADVISER NVILLIAM M. SMITH two X-' x X ? f 4 A tree, when climatic conditions are favorable, receives its food primarily from the rains and sunshine and grows strong and tall. But under unfavorable conditions of draught and dark days, it does not die. Its roots reach deep down into the moist earth for its food and keeps living and growing. Patriotism, nationalism and love of America, like the tree, flourish when conditions of the country are favorable for its people's success. But in dark days of wars, depressions and catastrophes, we, like the tree, must reach deep down into the roots of our Country, our home town, in order to keep America alive and to keep her strong. To love our Country, we must love our home town, and to love our home town, we must know it. .. - - ' - '-,.a- .- -f ,-' ' . an--.ff 1' - .. -. - ,s - - ,,, - V -.K v ,AA V x ' Ap' r V, 5 -, 5 :IE f ? ,, i.., l ' - , -1 V Q1 W - x af 1 - , f L ,a-,fa X s H' Ll 0 I ,-XN X-N L is- rn-hi ,,f ,, X ? nn In Grateful Recognition of Those Who Helped: Only through the fine spirit of cooperation, manifesting itself throughout the town, was this book made possible. Acknowledgements for help of various kinds are due many people. We are under obligations to those citizens who prepared histories, submitted pictures, gave us facts, dates and advice. The Press Club is very appreciative of the kindness of the Burgess and the Members of our Council and the Borough Secretary, Mr. Hicks, who, no matter what we desired, complied with our wishes. And to the Police Force and Borough employees we are grateful for their help. To the Pitcairn Board of Education who aided in every possible way, to the Adminis- trators, Mr. C. A. Bair and Mr. G. A. Fails, and to all School employees who aided, we express our thanks and appreciation. We are indebted to our local newspapers, The Observer and The Pitcairn Express, for their kindness in giving the book publicity and in the submitting of pictures and engravings. To our advertisers, who through their generosity helped make this book a reality, we are indebted. We express our thanks to J. Lloyd Grimm and Orville Grimm for the selling and distrib- uting of books, for the use of their Window in displaying old pictures, and for advertising the book. To Mrs. William M. Smith for her time in copy reading and proof reading all histories. The Churches, Organizations and Post Office were responsible for the writing of their own histories. In each case they worked hard in compiling facts and putting these facts into his- tories. While space does not permit us to list the names of these people, their participation is acknowledged and appreciated. However, we must mention a few. History of Pitcairn .......................................................................... Joseph N. Huston History of Pitcairn Schools ...... .................................... P ercy V. Lichtenfels Ralph E. Wilson, Mrs. Mrytle Reese .David J. McMunn History of Sports .................. ....................................... - ' - T-ff 'f f s G an 5' it kj. if - - l ', I Ffa' :1' 1 . g iggu' il .A LE , f .safgg ,- wg I -I h ' -- 4 , - oX , ' 'N ' .1 ' ' A , I 2 7aJle of Uanienla BOROUGH OF PITCAIRN Page Page 79 Oldest Standing Dwelling ..... ..... 6 Dedication ............................. ..... 7 Robert Pitcairn .....,.. .............,............... 8 Pitcairn 1901 .........,...................................... 8 History of Pitcairn ............ 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27 Borough Building 1902 .......,...................... 14 First Burgess .................................,............ 14 Borough Building, Employees, and Light Plant ..............,....,.......................... 16 Members of Council ......................,. ......... 1 8 Burgess and Borough Officials ................ 20 Pitcairn Today ............................................ 22 A Few Pioneers .......... ,.,....... 2 4, 26, 28 Do You Remember ....... .........,.. 3 0, 31 Can You Forget ..,....... ......... 3 2, 33 Police ........................ ............ 3 4 Civilian Defense ...... ..,............. 4 1 Post Office ......,..,......... .....,. .......... 2 9 llose Co. No. 1 ...,............................ 35, 36, 37 Relief Fire Co. No. 2 ...................... 38, 39, 40 Temporary Memorial Tablet .... ................. 4 2 Permanent Tablet Association ...... ......... 4 3 Bands of Yesterday ................,........ ......... 4 4 CHURCHES AND CHRISTIAN ORGANIZATIONS OF PITCAIRN .. . 46 M1n1ster1um .........................................,........' List of Churches and Christian Organizations .......................................... The First Baptist Church .......................... 48 First Evangelical and Reformed Church 50 McGinnis Presbyterian Church ..............,, 52 First Methodist Church ..........., ......... 5 4 First Pentecostal Church .......................... 56 Saint Michael 's Church .......,,..................... 58 Saint Paul 's Evangelical Luth. Church ..60 Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church .... 62 First United Brethren In Christ Church 64 The First United Presbyterian Church ..66 Young Men 's Christian Association ........ 68 Ladies Auxiliary to the P.R.R. Y.M.C.A. 71 Woman 's Christian Temperance Union ..72 ORGANIZATIONS-CIVIC, SOCIAL FRATERNAL American Legion Post No. 256 ................ 74 American Legion Auxiliary ...... ..,....., 7 6 Order of the Eastern Star ..........,. ......... 7 8 Ancient Order Knights of the 47' Mystic Chain ........ Daughters of Naomi ............,.......,,, ffffffffffvg The Boosters Club of Pitcairn ...........l.,.... 80 Fraternal Order of Eagles ...,..,.....,,,,,,,.,,,. 82 Gaberle D'annunzio Association .. The Ladies' Catholic Benevolent Assn. ..85 Kiwanis Club ........,...............,.,.,,.,..,.,,,,,,,,,, 86 Ladies' Reading Circle ,...........,......,...,...,., 88 Penny-Cot Club ................,.....,......,.,..,..,,,,, 90 Ladies' Society of Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen .... 91 Mandolin Sextet .......,,,,,.,.,,,.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,.,,,,,,, 92 Pitcairn Board of Trade .,.....,. ,,e,,,,,., 9 4 Pitcairn Coin Club .........,,.......,,,,,., 1 ,,,,,,, 96 Pitcairn Unit of the Red Cross .,,....r...,,.., 98 VVomen's Club .,,,.....,,,.,l,..,.,,,.,,, ,,,,,,A, 1 00 Girl Scouts ....................... ,,,,,.,, 1 02 Boy Scouts .............,,.l.,...,,,,,,,, ..,,,.,, 1 04 Football Mothers ' Club ........ .........106 SPORTS OF PITCAIRN ,,,,,,. .,.,,,,, 1 07-112 SCHOOLS OF PITCAIRN Acknowledgements .........,.. Foreword ................ Dedication .............. ......,.114 ....,,..115 ........116 Press Club .....................,.,..,r .,,,,.,,,,.,,,,,,, 1 17 Board of Education .............,.....,..,,,.,.,,,., ,118 History of Pitcairn Schools ...... 119-121, 123 First Principal, School Board, School House ..............,.,....,,..,,.,.,.,l,,,,,,,,,,,, 120 Principals Today ..........,..... Schools and Gymnasium ........ Personnel ..........,................... First Graduates .................... ,,,.....122 ........124 ...........126 Chips Off the Old Block ...,.. ,,.,,.....,l,,, 1 27 Faculty of 1944 .............,.. .,.,,,,.,, 1 28, 129 Memoriam .....,.,.,. .,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 1 30 Seniors of 1944 .... .....,..... 131-137 Class Prophecy ....... .......... 1 38, 139 Rate Chart .......... .....,... 1 40, 141 Junior Class .,......,. .......,....... 1 42 Sophomore Class ...... .. ......,.. 144 Guess Who? .......... ..........., 1 46 Sports .................. ........ 1 47-150 Organizations ........,.............,.. ........ 1 51-157 P. T. A. .........,.........,......,..........,. ......l.... 1 58 HISTORIES OF BUSINESS SERVING PITCAIRN ............,........... 159-192 fi-ve PITCAIRN'S OLDEST STANDING DWELLING OLD TOOHILL HOUSE Built About 18 10 Remove not the ancient landmark 'which thy fathers have set. Proverbs, 22:28. 2 Z. to We, the people of Pitcairn, dedicate this book to the founders of our Town and to their successors who have contributed to the growth and development of the Borough during its first f i f t y y e a r s . ir Robert Pitcairn For Whom the Town W'czs Named eight Right Here In Pitcairn In the night view of Pitcairn from the top of the Sixth Street steps, there is a curious magic which works its spell upon all who find pleasure in glimpsing into the past. The myriad lights, creek, and darkened hills somehow conjure scenes of real living char- acters long enshrouded in the mists of the years. Through the lights and shadows of the valley can be visioned the solitary form of old John Frazier, Chief Pontiac and his motley tribes of murderous Indians, gayly decked Scottish Ilighlanders marching under the banner of the gallant Bouquet, and Colonel McKay looking wistfully over his broad acres, as he hears the call of General VVashington to fight and die for his country. These pages are written in an attempt to recover certain facts, either lost or forgotten, to travel again the old Indian Trail beaten out by moccasiu feet, and to bring forward into clearer view certain persons and events forgot- ten in the land of long ago. Ilntrodden by the feet of White men lay the Turtle Creek Valley of two hundred years ago. However, about 1744 certain shadows be- gan to fall on the long day of Indian supre- macy. The white man was moving in, first the ever-moving hunters, trappers, and trad- ers, then the soldiers, and lastly the settler, hewing out his rude cabin in the wilderness. Since the story of Pitcairn carries us back two centuries we shall write of four segments of time of fifty years each. Chapter I-1744-1794 Since the Atlantic Seaboard was first set- tled in 1607, why was Western Pennsylvania, including the Turtle Creek Valley which was only about 300 miles to the west, allowed to remain unknown and neglected for 137 years? The answer is three fold: mountain barriers, savage Indians, and tangled claims of Na- tional and State ownership. The wall of the Allegheny Mountains seem- ed to hold back the men of the Eastern Shores just as effectively as did the Great Wall of China bar the way of the yellow hordes. Embittered and revengeful, the Indians, driven by the white men from their hunting grounds in the East, moved their tribes in great numbers over the mountains into West- ern Pennsylvania. Into this hornets-nest of Indian savagery the early settlers of Eastern Pennsylvania, the Quakers, the Germans, and the Dutch, refused to venture. However, other new settlers were beginning to make their presence known both in Eastern and 1Vestern Pennsylvania. These were the Scotch Irish who came first about 1700 from Ireland. This group of pio- neers were fitted for life on the frontier. They were not men of peace, like the Quakers, Ger- mans, and Dutch, but men ready to fight their way, whether it be with their peaceful neigh- bor in the East or tl1e savage Redskin of the Vlfest. These born pioneers were quite ready to invade the wilderness, and when the land beyond the Alleghenies was opened to set- tlers they pushed forward into it, carrying the frontier of Pennsylvania far towards its western border. Neither wild beasts nor savage Indians could stop them, for they came of a fighting race. They were the best people to endure the hardship Eillfl danger of the frontiers, and the strength and energy they developed made them just the men to face the struggles that were to come. The third cause of our slow development was that of tangled claims of ownership. France claimed ownership through early French discoveries in the north along tl1e headwaters of the Allegheny River. England asserted its claim because of English explor- ations along the eastern shore. The English claim was complicated further by both Vir- ginia and Pennsylvania claiming almost the whole of Allegheny County, each state set- ting up its own system of government, which they attempted to force on our early settlers. Then, of course, the oldest and perhaps the most just claim of ownership was that of the Indians. This, for many years, they asserted i11 the wake of burning cabins and scalping knives. It can thus be seen that our own Turtle Creek Valley, being in the center of all the above complications, was not an inviting spot for the pioneer. Had we been alive two hundred years ago, then as now, the burden of our conversation would have been about NVar. For i11 1744, war between England and France involved America. But in the Turtle Creek Valley something then seemingly unimportant was happening. White men were beginning to mingle their foot prints with those of the Indian. fConti11ued on page 112 nine PITCAIRN IN 1889 Before Creek was Changed PITCAIRN 1907 , Jr , A After Hump Was Constructed Both Pictures were taken from about the same location As a rule these early traders and trappers built no cabins and left nothing of perman- ence, but it chanced that one of the earliest hunters and traders in the valley left much that remains permanent even to this day. This early trader of two hundred years ago made the first clearing in the wilderness, built the first log cabin, and with his wife and fam- ily established the first white man 's home in the valley. This rude log home was built on the north bank of the Monongahela River west of its junction with Turtle Creek, a short distance below East Pittsburgh. The exact time of the coming of John Fra- zier to our valley is unknown, but we do know that when visited by George Washington in 1753 a well-established cabin, built doubtless several years before, was occupied by the Frazier family. The name Turtle Creek is the oldest his- toric name in Pitcairn, or in the Valley, the name being first recorded by George Washing- ton in his journal entry of November 22, 1753 when he wrote, The excessive rains and vast quantities of snow which had fallen prevented our reaching Mr. l razier's, an Indian trader, at the mouth of Turtle Creek on Monongahela River, till Thursday the 22nd. Knowledge of the name of the Creek by the side of the cabin could only have been impart- ed to the illustrious guest of November 22, 1753, by John Frazier, for he was the first white man to know anything about the creek. The second oldest name in Pitcairn is The Dirty Camp. The story back of this uncouth name is of real interest to all who would know the earliest days of our town. The Indians in 1763 became alarmed because the coming tides of white men, ever surging westward over the mountain trails, were driving them slowly but surely away from their hunting grounds west of the Alleghenies. For the first time in the history of the various tribes of the victimized Indians they banded together under the leadership of Chief Pontiac, a natural born leader. Fort Pitt, being one of the outposts of the white man, was marked for destruction. In the early summer of 1763 the Fort was besieged and cut off from all outside aid by the greatest army of Indians ever assembled. News of the plight of the Fort having reach- ed Philadelphia, an army of relief was hastily recruited and sent westward over the old Forbes Road under command of Colonel Bou- quet. The Indians, through spies, learning of the coming of the army of relief, planned to way- lay and destroy the advancing white men, as they had done at Braddock's field just nine years before. In carrying out this plan, the Indians sud- denly abandoned their siege of Fort Pitt and hurrying a day's journey towards the East. intended to trap Colonel Bouquet before his arrival at the Fort. At the end of the day's march, the Indian Army pitched their camp along the north bank of Turtle Creek at the junction of an- other small creek Howing from the north. In this great meadow the Indians built a city of wigwams, while their scouts hurried towards the east to watch for the approach of Colonel Bouquet. While the spies were out on this mission, the main Indian Army remained in their camp, during the last part of July and the early days of August, 1763. During the night of August 4, 1763, Indian spies hurried into the camp bringing news that Colonel Bouquet and his army had moved out of Fort Ligonier and were on their march to Fort Pitt. At daybreak, August 5, 1763, the whole In- dian camp was astir with preparation to am-I bush and destroy the army of Colonel Bou- quet. About one o'clock in the afternoon, the white men marching west from Ligonier, and the red men moving east from their camp along Turtle Creek, met in savage combat about one mile east of Harrison City. The details of this famous battle of Bushy Run may be found in many histories, but for our purpose it is sufficient to note that the In- dians were totally defeated and fled in wild haste down the valley to their camp on Turtle Creek where they hurriedly gathered such belongings as would not impede their Hight. Next day Colonel Bouquet marched his army down the Indian trail, until they came to the abandoned camp on Turtle Creek. Conditions in and about the camp on that hot August day in 1763 were so disgustingly filthy, that Bouquet, in identifying its loca- tion, marked the site The Dirty Camp, and the smaller creek flowing down from the north Dirty Camp Run. The probable site of The Dirty Camp was the land now cover- ed by the P.R.R. Yards, between the Passen- ger Station and Wall Boro. When six years later in 1769, the land on Turtle Creek at the mouth of Dirty Camp Run was transferred by the Commander of CContinued on page 135 el efven 14a gafzlq Wiew Af Raifaaacf ffaacfd 1905 ... ,,., W Tw, Y,,. .,--,. g,f,,v,,,n,W,-,. ..,,, fmt 2 ' '- KL In Fort Pitt to Aneas McKay the 300 acre tract so conveyed was marked on the warrant, The Dirty Camp Tract. When John Frazier built and occupied his cabin on the banks of Turtle Creek. he was a resident of Lancaster County. Later, Cum- berland County was formed and included all land westward to the Ohio Country. Bedford County was created out of Cumberland County and the new County included our Val- ley and all west to Ohio. ln 1773 a new County called 1Vestmoreland was carved out ot' Bedford County. lts first County seat was the log village of Hannas- town, which became the first organized seat of justice west ol' the Allegheny Mountains. Ilannastown, having been burned in 1782 and most of its inhabitants massacred by the lndians, a new county seat was established in Greensburg. ln 1788 we became a part of Allegheny County. Thus the site of our town. during the first fifty years of its history, was in turn a part of five different Counties. The roughness and dangers of the wilder- ness being somewhat softened by the coming of the trappers and traders and subdued by the marching soldiers, the next important event was the coming of the first settlers. The records in our Court House disclose that prior to 1769 one Aneas McKay then a resident of Fort Pitt, in riding up the Turtle Creek Val- ley, a few miles up from Frazier's cabin, came to a rich valley known as the Dirty Camp. Staking out a large sized plantation. which included the old Dirty Camp, he returned to Fort Pitt and in 1769, persuaded the Com- mander, lit. Colonel .lohn Reid. to make for him a warrant for the staked out claim. From the yellow pages of a century-old his- tory of 1Vestern Pennsylvania. we quote: Prior to 1769. Aneas McKay, by permission of the lit. Colonel John Reid made improve- ments at Dirty Camp on Turtle Creek on the road from Fort Ligonier to Fort Pitt. This 300 acre tract was laid out triangular in form, with the Southern point of the tri- angle in the eastern end of 1Vall Borough known as Moss Side. The western boundary extended from that point in a north westerly direction through the present R.R. Yards through the Brick Yards, along the alley be- tween Kenney and 1Vall Avenues crossing the Run near St. Michael 's Church, and contin- uing along the hillside to Creighton Avenue and Ninth Street. The northern boundary extended from Creighton Avenue eastwardly along Ninth Street and across the valley east of Ninth Street to the Fairview Cemetery. The third and eastern boundary was a long line extending from the Fairview Cemetery. south westwardly, somewhat east of the house of Charles Yocum and across the creek through the R. R. Yards to the place of begin- ning in Moss Side in 1Vall. Thus, this early grant to Aneas McKay included a large part of the R.R. Yards. as well the greater por- tion of our borough. Since Aneas McKay was the first owner of the ground upon which Pitcairn was built. we should know something about his life. Arriving in Fort Pitt, then a small village of a few log cabins built around the Fort, he soon became one of its prominent citizens. Later. he doubtless intended to build for himself and his family a home on this newly acquired land. the Dirty Camp tract. However, before he had completed his plans. the Revolutionary War broke out, and McKay, being a man of military experience, organized tl1e Sth Regi- ment of Pennsylvania Volunteers, largely from men of the then Westmoreland County. Being chosen Colonel of the Regiment. he mobilized his men at Kittanning, then a small settlement on the Allegheny River. After a brief period of training, Colonel McKay marched his regiment over the mountain trails eastward to Philadelphia. ln crossing the mountain wilderness in January, 1777. his men poorly clad and without shelter under- went untold suffering to such an extent that a large number of the men died from ex- posure on the wayg among them being the gallant Colonel McKay. After two months of struggling over moun- tains through ice and snow, the now depleted band of soldiers reached Philadelphia. Here the Regiment was re-organized. Dan- iel Broadhead became Colonel and Stephen Bayard was chosen Major. The name of Step- hen Bayard enters the story of Pitcairn be- cause he became the husband of Colonel Mc- Kay's daughter, Elizabeth, who after the death of her father inherited his estate. In following the 8th Pennsylvania Regi- ment from Philadelphia, we find them first a part of the army of Mad Anthony VVayne and later under command of General Gates, when they helped defeat the British at Saratoga. After Saratoga they spent tl1e winter of 1777 and 1778 with Wasliiiigton at Valley Forge. From Valley Forge they were sent into the 1Vyoming Valley of Pennsylvania to protect the settlers from the ravages of the Indians. CContinued on page 155 thirtz-en DR. N. CAMERON First Burgess - 1? :Qs 'Zi-X A 'xl I BOROUGH BUILDING Completed May 16, 1902 FRANK LESHER, Contractor 6-4f0u'a'uf .of Pilcavw Marching home from the 1Vyoming Valley. and having lost 300 men, they arrived at Fort Pitt on September 10, 1778. At the close of the war, Elizabeth McKay Bayard, as heir of her father, was the owner of the 300 acres. now Pitcairn, while her husband, Major Step- hen Bayard, had acquired title to a large tract of land on the Monongahela River on the site of the present Borough of Elizabeth. Major Bayard and his wife decided to es- tablish their home on tl1e Monongahela tract, which they named Elizabeth, and the land at Dirty Clamp was offered for sale. Our records show a sale of tl1e tract by Stephen Bayard and Elizabeth Bayard, his wife, to George McDowell for 66 pounds Eng- lish money, which represents about S300 for the 300 acres. In 1794, after 50 strenuous years, the Mc- Kay tract was now on its way towards de- velopment. That part of Pitcairn which we know as Kenney Avenue, Wood Street, and North Pitcairn was part of another large farm of about 300 acres lying just west of' the Dirty Camp tract. This acreage was conveyed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 1789 to William Pelton and Samuel Jones, then to Dunning McNair, who is the record owner in 1794 at the end of our first fifty years. Thus at the close of' the first half century of the story ot' Pitcairn in 1794, we find the land upon which the town has been built, con- sisting of' two 300 acre tracts, completely wrested from the Indians and well identified by surveys, improved by dwelling houses and barns surrounded by several hundred acres of cleared land with a well-established road run- ning along Turtle Creek to Fort Pitt. The three great detriments to settlers have been completely removed. Mountain barriers have been removed by the building of sub- stantial roads over the Allegheniesg the In- dians had been driven far out into the Ohio Country, and the tangled titles to the land had all been adjusted. During the first titty years we lived under the rule of five different counties, but now we were permanently a part of Allegheny County with our county seat in Pittsburgh. Instead of King George of England as our ruler in 1744, we lived in 1794 under the lead- ership of President George 1Vashington with our own Constitutional government establish- ed just five years before and our National Capitol in the city of New York. Chapter II-1794-1844 Having brought into the early picture of Pitcairn two tracts of land, which now make up the greater part ol' the town, it will be ne- cessary to follow the story of each of these farms through the second fifty years. George McDowell is now the owner of the Dirty Camp triangular tract of 300 acres which included all of Broadway from the Brick Yards east to the Yocum home, and ex- tending northward to Ninth Street. For the second time in the chain of this title death enters into the story. Soon after his purchase of the land, George McDowell died leaving as his only heir his sister, Euphemia Grant. Miss Grant evidently was not interested in Pitcairn real estate for in 1807 she sold her inheritance to George Wallace. In tracing the chain of owners of the orig- inal site of Pitcairn we find that death took but few holidays, for soon after George Wal- lace assumed ownership of his land he, like the former owners, McKay and McDowell, passed on to his reward. By his will the farm became the property of his widow and children, Irwin and Henry Wallace. Sad to relate, the next misfortune to turn up in the succession of our owners was not death, but a sheriff sale. It seems that George Wallace had mortgag- ed his farm to the Bank of Pittsburgh a11d that after his death, the widow and children were unable to meet the payments on the mortgage, whereupon, the bank by Morgan Neville, Sheriff, sold the tract in 1822 to the Bank of Pittsburgh. The Bank of Pittsburgh, continuing as owner for eleven years, rented tl1e farm to various tenants until they sold to Michael Shields. After an ownership of two years Shields. on October 28, 1835, sold the entire tract to John McGinnis, who was the grandfather of John C. McGinnis, our well-known local at- torney. Mr. McGinnis was tl1e first owner to become firmly attached to the soil, for in tl1e seventy years which elapsed from the original title to Aneas McKay to the coming of the first John McGinnis, none seemed to leave any marked impression on the farm, nor in the community, other than the building of the customary houses and barns. Cffontinued on page 171 fifteen 7 Borough Building, Light Plant, Police Department and Hose Company No. 1 I Interior of Light Plant Borough Employees sixteen W. B. BEST, Electrician F irst Row-E. M. Border, Henry 0. Loop, Charles R King, J. D. Rice. Sevond Row-Roy Hector, N. N. Mills, G. J. Stromcr August St1'OSCllCl11l. As for the land west of the McGinnis farm, we have seen that in 1794 it was owned by Dunning McNair. Later McNair made sale of the acreage to James lieeds, who finally completed the title and secured a patent from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 1806. Soon thereafter in 1807 James Leeds and his wife, Isabella, transferred the farm to William Steele. Steele owned the tract for ten years. dur- ing which time he erected a substantial log dwelling house, two double barns and a milk house. This log dwelling built about 1812, is still standing in the rear of the present Toohill property on NVall Avenue, north of VVood Street and is the oldest building in Pitcairn, being 132 years old. Willianl Steele made his home on the farm for 13 years when Michael Wall became the owner in 1820. ln the deed to Wall the tract is described as containing 300 acres on which are erected a dwelling house, two double barns, and a milk house, and of which about 130 acres are cleared. Before closing the story of our first century we might, with profit, recall the way of life in those log cabins of long ago. Could we find a key that would unlock the door of one of those cabins of the pioneers, we would find ourselves in a different world. Few of the present-day conveniences were known. The log house was built in a small clearing near a spring, the water from which served many purposes. For family use, water was carried into the cabin in rude home-made wooden pails. Just below the spring was the spring house, through which the water flowed in a wooden or stone drain, which, filled with crocks of milk and butter, was the only cool- ing system of that early day. ln the earliest cabins window glass was un- known, the only light from the outside com- ing through greased paper panes cut through the low walls. The roof was built of rough split slabs known as clapboards which were about four feet long and six inches wide. The door of the cabin was made likewise of split wood. It hung on wooden hinges and when closed was fastened by an inside latch. To this latch was attached a leather strap, made of bear or deer skin, which during the daytime extended through a hole in the door, and hung on the outside so that anyone entering could pull the leather cord and lift the inside latch. At night this latch was pulled inside so that no one could enter. This gave rise to the old-time expression of friendly greeting to neighboring settlers, Our latchstring hangs out for you. The cabi11s were generally built 0116 and one-half stories in height, the chief living room being on the ground fioor with a second floor room under the roof. The only access to the upper floor was from the outside by pins driven into the logs forming a ladder from the ground to an upstairs window. Taking up almost an entire end of the cabin was the chimney or fireplace built of rough stones. In this fireplace hung pots and skillets in which food was prepared. The only heat in the cabin came from this fire- place with the result that most of the heat went up the chimney, and while benches near the fireplace were blistered by the heat, water in buckets at the other end of the cabin would be solidly frozen. There being no schools, children were taught to read and write by their parents. How- ever, since so many of the first settlers were u11able to so teach their children, it is not strange that many of the young folks grew up in total ignorance of books. Religious services were held occasionally by preachers, called circuit riders, who at long intervals rode into the clearings on horseback. Returning to purely local history it would seem that the first John McGinnis had a vision of a tow11 built on his extensive plantation. Making his vision come to pass, he laid out a plan of seven lots at the cross roads where the Tilbrook Road crossed the Great State Road, across from the present southern e11d of Brin- ton Avenue. Lots in the place, known as Mc- Ginnisville, were offered for sale i11 1841 and in a short time all were sold. Soon three well- built log houses and a black smith shop con- stituted our earliest village. These log cabins have long since been removed a11d in their stead stands the present row of dwellings on tl1e south side of upper Broadway. It is worthy to 11ote in our history that of the builders and residents of these log houses in McGinnisville. more than a century ago, in each case descendants of these early build- ers still live in our town. These three early families were the Barrs, Nasers, and Glews. CContinued on page 195 .fefventefn ,of eauncllf GROVER C, IQING XVILLIAM E. IQANE C. S. MILIAER Secretary President Solicitor eighteen W. M. HICKS E. E. SUMMERS J. C. MCGINNIS S. H. SNEE E. C. HILLIARD L. H. DEVINEY ,of Pilcann Chapter III-1844-1894 From the days of John Frazier down through the first hundred years, we have seen our Valley changing from the barbarous life of the lndian to a stage of advancement, not altogether unlike our present way of life. Quoting from the History of VVestern Pennsylvaniau written one hundred years ago, Great in many respects have been the changes within the century. Now the inhabi- tants of this region possess all the luxuries and refinements of long settled European countries. All the fashions of dress in the Metropolis of' Pennsylvania and other Atlan- tic cities flourish here. The linsey and coarse linens have been ex- changed for the substantial and fine fabrics of Europe and Asia, the hunting shirt for the fashionable coat of broadcloth, and the moccasin for boots and shoes of tanned leath- er. Ladies dress as fine as any in the Atlan- tic cities. The mechanical arts are not sur- passed by anv in the east. Literature and science receive great attention. Rv the persevering hand of industry the wilderness has been made to blossom. The aspect of the country has everywhere been changed. The horse paths along which the first settlers made their laborious journey over mountains and valleys were soon succeed- ed by wagon roads at first, and then by sub- stantial turnpike roads, and now what was a little more than a century ago the far back woods is brought into close and lucrative con- nection with several ofthe Atlantic cities. The journey formerly considered so long and expensive and even perilous is 110W made in less than fifty hours. Here we have a pen picture of the life of one hundred years ago. Could we listen in on a conversation over the back yard fence between John McGinnis and Michael 1Vall in 1844, we may have heard them talk about a young lawyer in illinois, Abraham Lincoln, even then attracting na- tional attention, or of a run-away slave who was given food and shelter on his way to free- dom in Canada, or about the admission of Texas then a source of great excitement, or of President Van Buren's policies which were leading up toward war with Mexico, or they may have talked about men surveying a right of way for a railroad down the Turtle Creek Valley. ln 1844 we were well supplied with roads. Two turnpikes, for several years providing stage coach service between Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, were known as the Northern Turnpike, 11ow the VVilliam Penn Highway, and the Greensburg Pike, now the Lincoln Highway. Nearer home was the Great State Road which ran down the Valley along the north side of Turtle Creek, a remnant of which road is our present Broadway. This road extended from Greensburg to Pittsburgh by way of Harrison City, Blackburn, Pitcairn, and Turtle Creek Borough. Another road ran from the State Road 11OI'tl1 over our present VVall Avenue to the Northern Turnpike at the present Cross Roads Church in Monroeville. Another road connected the Greensburg Pike and the Northern Turnpike com- ing through Pitcairn from the Tilbrook farm and winding down the hill from the present Grimm farm to the foot of Brinton Avenue where it crossed the State Road, proceeded southward through the meadow, crossing Turtle Creek on a wooden bridge, Hllll then on to the Greensburg Pike. It will be re- membered that in the early days Turtle Creek followed a channel along the edge of the hills adjoining the present Borough of lVall. and that Dirty Camp Run flowed down through the then meadows and met Turtle Creek at or near the site of the present Engine Round House. In 1844 six families resided within the bor- ders ot' our present Borough: NValls, McGin- nis, Muldoon, Barr, Glew and Nasers. It is a remarkable coincident that each of these six early pioneers of Pitcairn are still represent- ed by children or grandchildren who now live in and own real estate in the Borough. One of the really important events in the Valley occurred in the later forties when sur- veyors first staked out a right of way for a railroad to be built from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh. . After the surveyors sketched their proposed line down the Conemaugh River as far as Torrence, they hesitated. Some wished to continue down the Cone- maugh River 011 a watcrgrade, through Blairs- ville, Saltsburg, Freeport and the Allegheny River, while others argued in favor of the nearer route through Derry and Greensburg. The course of the Railroad being decided, sur- veyors completed their work through to Pitts- burgh along the banks of Turtle Creek. The Railroad, after purchasing a right of way along the bank of Turtle Creek four rods CContinued on page 215 nineteen P' Enough Ujficiaii BURGESS ' XYILLIAM B. RHODES CHARLES P. LEGER DIARY M. OGLE JOHN E. CATHCART Chief of Police Tax Collector See'y. Board of Health BOROUGH OFFICIALS TYVARREN C. MCDOWELL JAMES H. PORTER W. ALDEN MCMUNN BENJAMIN L. MARSH twenty Constable ' Auditor Auditor Auditor in width from John McGinnis in 1850, began construction work about the same time. The building of the Railroad through the McGin- nis farm 94 years ago was without doubt the most important event in our 200 years. We could truly say that the greatest happening in the first hundred years was the going of the Indians in 1763, while the most important movement in the second hundred years was thc coming of the railroads in 1851. The first trip made by a Pennsylvania Railroad train from Pittsburgh was an excursion to Turtle Creek December 10, 1851. Regular passenger service was inaugurated the following day and continuous service from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia was made avail- able November 29, 1852. The road was first chartered as the Ohio and Pennsylvania Rail- road in 1848, and the first locomotive in Pitts- burgh had its trial run on July 4, 1851. Prior to the coming of the railroad, commerce was carried on with the east over the Pennsyl- vania state owned system consisting of a com- bination of canal, portage railway, and rail- way. In addition to the State system of transportation, the greater part of passenger and freight service between Pittsburgh and the east was by stage coach and Conestoga wag- ons over the privately owned turnpike roads. For almost 40 years after the beginning of railroad service in 1851, the tracks continued to run along the bank of Turtle Creek ad- joining the present Borough of Wall. The railroad was built long before the era of machinery, which meant that the cuts and fills were made by human hands using picks, shovels, and wheelbarrows. It is said that the first roadbed of the P.R.R. is a monument to those sturdy Irish emigrants who sweat and toiled in the long ago that we may now ride in comfort and ease. Someone has stated that the greatest gain brought about by the railroad was the em- ancipation of commerce from the tyranny of the weather. About ten years after the coming of the railroad the Civil War broke out. Pittsburgh, being then as now, the Iron City, was called upon to produce the heavy cannon needed for the war. After the cannon had been made in the mills and factories, it was necessary to test them by actual firing, before their shipment to the Army and Navy in the South. This place of testing of all Pittsburgh made cannon was called the Proving Grounds and was established on the banks of the Turtle Creek a short distance east of the present Moss Side Bridge. Here a camp of expert artillery men load- ed and fired all guns into the steep bank on tl1e South Side of the creek. During all the years of the Civil YVar, this camp was maintained and it is 11ot strange that a deep caver11 was drilled into the side of the hill by the incessant firing of cannon balls. Many of the older residents of our town remember well this cannon ball cave in the hill from which flowed a good sized spring of ice cold water. This place of Civil VVar artillery testing became so well known throughout the nation, that this section was for many years there- after called The Proving Grounds. After. the close of tl1e war, life in our valley moved on in much tl1e same old way. The McGinnis and Toohill families contin- ued to till their farms, while the families in McGinnisville earned their livelihood by hard work. The old Glew Blacksmith Shop at the Cross- roads was for many years a place of exchange of community news, as the farmers came in to have their horses shod and their farm ma- chinery repaired. In this uneventful way moved the current of life from the Civil NVar days down to lat- ter years of the 1880's. The terminal yards and shops of the railroad, having been estab- lished in Pittsburgh at tl1e beginning of the system, were in need of expansion, but space for such enlargements could not be found in the city. To meet this pressing need the offi- cials of the road, largely through the efforts of the superintendent, Robert Pitcairn, de- cided to build new yards, a new transfer, and engine house in the vicinity of the then Wall Station. An immense acreage of land including al- most the Whole of the Turtle Creek Valley, between Wilmerding and Stewart Station was taken over by the Railroad. These extensive plans called for the re-location of Turtle Creek from the Wall side to the opposite side of the Valley. These closing years of the eighties marked a definite end of the quiet uneventful days of McGinnisville and of the McGinnis and Toohill farms. As might be expected, news of this vast program of improvements, with its need for workers, spread throughout all of the coun- CContinued on page 235 tfwcnty-one Q -fx mam., rw-- .. ,Hg 'fb' R ,rf Q X ,Q H+ 3 X 75,-is X 'Mx ,4 . MQ Q' 4' I ties in the western and central part of the State. Soon a genuine boom town was in the mak- ing and families flocked to this new railroad town in an endless stream. That they might find homes in which to live, several plans of lots were laid out, the largest being the VVall's Improvement Co. Plan, which included practically the whole of the McGinnis farm from Broadway to Ninth street, while the lron City Land Co. plan included that part of the town north of Ninth Street. As the village grew. it was given the name of XValurba, which, liter- ally speaking, means a suburb of NVall. The old records disclose that our first churches and lodges, as well as our first news- paper, bore the name of VValurba. ln our early years we were a part of Plum Township, but when the new railroad town took form we were under the government of Patton Township. The first school building in the town was built by the Township School District on Eighth Street. Perhaps the last identity of the old McGinnis farm was the orchard which stood just south of the old farm buildings covering the land now known as Second and Third Street, west of VVall Avenue. In the early years of the town, this old orchard was used as a park and picnic ground. On any warm day men gathered in the shade of the old apple trees to enjoy the out- doors and to meet their friends. Oftentimes a half dozen games of cards were being play- ed under as many different trees. The first meeting place in the town was a hall built on Brinton Avenue across from Sec- ond Street. This was known as Maddox llall. llere many of the first lodges of the town were organized and at least one of our churches held its first services within the walls of this old hall. Broadway in the early days was looked upon with disfavor as a place for buildings, largely because it was considered to be a muddy swamp. The choice location for business was Brin- ton Avenue and the east end of Broadway. Here were found Liggett's, Tilbrook's, and l lack's grocery stores, and Salyard's Hard- ware Store, as well as Maddox Hall. While Broadway was not deemed desirable for real business it was considered fit for a livery stable which was built on the corner of Broadway and Center Avenue, the present site of Jake 's Clothing Store. Sixth and Seventh Streets were thought to be the best location for dwelling houses, be- cause these streets were high and dry. Our first R. R. Station was an old frame structure moved by the company from 1Vall. lt was placed several hundred feet west of the present station and was connected with Broad- way by a bridge spanning the creek at a point almost directly across from the Keystone Car- age. From 1890 to 1894 the sound of the carpen- ter's hammer could be heard on every street of the town as buildings and rows of build- ings became homes for the new citizens. As the town grew larger, the matters of public schools, street improvements, building laws. as well, as numerous other problems were con- tinually brought before the new home owners. and they found no solution through the gov- ernment of Patton Township. To meet the needs of the rapidly growing community the citizens in 1893 were practic- ally unanimous in laying their plans for a new borough government. VVith the close of tl1e year of 1893 one hun- dred and fifty years had passed since the moc- casin of the Indian began to give way to the rough boots of the white men. During the century and a half, this community has had many names. Oldest of all was the Dirty Camp Tract. Next came McKay's Planta- tion and then the Village of McGinnis- ville took its place on the early maps. Mc- Ginnisville lost its identity as the name of The Proving Groundsi' was applied to this segment of the valley. The last of the almost legendary and forgotten names under which we and our former pioneer owners lived was the Village of VValurba. In our next and last Chapter we shall meet with those men and women who laid the solid foundations for our borough almost fifty years ago to a day. Chapter IV-1894-1944 We have now traced our history down through a century and a half of slow but steady development. We have seen our present town emerge from a condition of savagry in 1744 to a well planned tow11 in 1894. In this, the closing chapter, we shall tell first of how Pitcairn be- came the name of our Borough, and then write of the early years of development from the fContinued on page 255 twenty-three A FEW PIONEERS 53? QR -if E31 4 ? Ii I ? ,1,-7 MRS. RACHEL LICFEATERS MR. Sa HIRS. LENTZ MR. and AIRS. HARRY MRs. MARc:ARm' Bm JOHN C. TOOHILL MARTIN XVONDERS ORERMIER and Family MRS. ANNA PARICKI, M ' ' ' ' ' ' CUWW7' T029 R070 MR. XVILIAIAM JAR Mus. XX M. 1m,L1.m 8. bON NIRS. ELIZABETH RICKABY Seated MRS. PENROD MR. Sz MRS. J. H. GRAHAM and Family tfwenry-four days of the township down through the past fifty years, from our Boroughs of yesterday until today. To many of us, it seems as though the name of Pitcairn has been always with us, but, in fact, the word Pitcairn was unheard of as a name of this community prior to 1894. As proof of this we note that our first rail- road station appeared on the schedules as Vllalurba, our first newspaper was the Walurba Express, all of our earlier churches were giv- en the name Walurba, and, to all intents and purposes, Walurba was our permanent name. However, as the town grew it demanded its own form of government, independent of Pat- ton Township, as well as a name that did not label us as a mere suburb of Wall. lt was in 1893 when the first agitation began. lt was but natural that the older residents, who had been born and reared in the valley, had 'political and sentimental attachments for the township and were content there to re- main. But a large majority of the 11ew citizens thought otherwise. A petition for the incor- poration of the borough was circulated and signed first in the fall of 1893, and took legal form in the spring of 1894. It was in this petition that the name of Pit- cairn first appeared. The name of Pitcairn came about because we were then, as now, a P.R.R. town and Rob- ert Pitcairn was in 1894, and for many years prior thereto, the Superintendent of the Pitts- burgh Division. Robert Pitcairn came llp from poverty the hard way. He attended school principally at night. Ilis first job was that of a clerk in a variety store. Later he obtained a position with the old Atlantic and Ohio Telegraph Company, learn- ed telegraphy and then obtained work with the Pennsylvania Railroad Company. His rise with the railroad was rapid until he be- came Division Superintendent. in locating the railroad center in the Turtle Creek Valley, Superintendent Pitcairn played an important part. It seemed proper to give his name to the town made possible by him. And so it was that the town-after 150 years, had at last a permanent name. The law required that a majority of all the residents should sign the petition for the Borough Charter. The list of names attached to this applica- tion will recall those citizens who fifty years ago demanded a free and independent govern- ment Lfor this community. From the original charter on file in the Court House in Charter Book 21, Page 50, we find these names who represented more than a majority of all who lived here in 189-L: J. G. Stewart, J. F. Tilbrook, C. M. Liggett, J. A. Haverstick, Robert Vllallar, Lewis V. Brickel, W. E. Darrow, A. V. Tomlinson, J. M. Lesher, Norris Cameron, George S. Miller, A. T. Simpson, John H. Mattox, Robert Elliott, Ada G. Sadler, O. M. Tilbrook, Fred Seibert, Edward Gross, D. H. Winebrenner. Mrs. VV. G. Miller, John F. Flack, John Box. J. C. Liggett, J. A. Liggett, Milton M. Flack, H. E. Jones, A. R. Wible. H. Y. Nott, J. H. Murphy, J. P. Trout, Sarah J. Bebout, VV. L. Markell. Mrs. M. L. Keck, Alex Heasley, Charles Koch, E. E. Til- brook, R. D. McElroy, Jolm F. Simpson, F. 'W. Liggett, E. W. Miller, W. H. Brendlinger, Keys S. Miller, George VV. Elliott, Elmer L. Miller, A. W. McClain, Thomas Ogden, James L. Rowe, P. A. Gardner, J. J. Keller, J. W. Graham, John G. O'Neill, Joseph S. Lichten- fels, G. S. Roland, Frank Lesher, Louis C. Shafer. J. VV. McCune, J. J. McCabe, Fred Elwing- er, J. B. Jordan, Lizzie D. Gardner, J. Li11gel- baugh, W. N. Barnhart, VV. B. Tenney, S. E. Jones, J. B. McDowell, H. Fritchman, VV. J. Stiefel, VV. VV. Reed, YV. H. Hugus, Alfred Elliott, John B. Paul, John J. Ogden, John C. McElroy, Joseph Swonger, J. D. Kunkel. Jr.. E. T. Ludwick, John A. Frank, Norman Jor- don, Thomas Jordon, J. M. Graham, O. E. Lig- gett, I. J. Vlfallace, C. M. Howell, Robert Campbell, George VV. Pfeil, Louis VVass, B. S. Rhine, M. Dean, Rebecca T. Young. These names naturally fall i11to three groupsg first, those who have since died or moved from the town, leaving no descendants here to keep alive their names or memories, second, those who have passed on but have left children and grandchildren still in our midst who carry on their names and family traditions, and third, those signers of fifty years ago whose living presence we are still privileged to honor. So far as we know but three persons belong to this third group, our well-known fellow citizens: VV. N. Barnhart, B. S. Rhine and Mrs. VV. G. Miller. The charter being granted on June 9, 1894, the Borough government began to function through an elected Burgess and Council. tContinued on page 27D tfwenty-fifue J I ' iffy 92 . .fi- igsxqfik I? 'WI' X Hg? 1, N13 l FQ? I 53554 Q? ' .. , aw I MII:'f'EI'If. ' M: I f, . I. I. J , XVALLACE JAMES TRAINOR MR. Sz MRS. J. H. XVARNER tfwenty-:ix F. W. JAH Family J. F. COURSON MRS. LEE NALEY WILLIAM H. HUGUS MR. and MRS. and MR. and MRS. F. G. FRANCIS TOOHILL XVISSINGER J. E. MATSON The activities of these early officers are re- corded for all times in the Ordinance Books of the Borough. For a period of seven years after 1894 our streets remained, as in the days of the town- ship, coated with mud in winter and with dust in summer. The luxury of a paved street was unknown until the year 1901. This year brought us street cars and a paved street, for Council, in granting a right-of-way over Broadway, required its being paved with brick by the Railways Company. Following the paving of Broadway, other streets were one by one lifted out of the mud until at the present time practically all of our streets and alleys have been permanently im- proved. To set forth all things that would be of in- terest to our readers would require more than our alloted pages. ln this history we have tried to trace the progress of our Borough from its earliest period to the present time. XVe have seen it grow from a single log cabin in the wilderness, harrassed by the Indians, to a well-governed industrial community, the home town of more than 6,000 men, women and children. We deem it fitting and proper to close our history with a list of tl1e names of those men who, from the beginning to the present day, have guided the government of our Borough, as Councilmen, Burgesses and Borough secre- taries. Each of these men in his own way has contributed, by their time and talents, much of value toward the general welfare and ad- vancement of their home town. Many of these names have faded into obliv- ian with the passing of the years, but their good works still remain though their names be forgotten. Burgesses: N. Cameron, 1894 to 1897, inclu- sive, Robert Elliott, 1898, one year only, J. lt. Mcllowell, 1899, one year only, I. J. 1Val- lace, 1900 to 1902, inclusive, J. B. 1Veight, 1903 to 1905, inclusive, J. S. Vvilson, 1906 to 1907, inclusive, James E. Johnston, 1908, one year only, N. Cameron, 1909 to 1913, inclu- sive, J. A. Fox, 1914 to 1921, inclusive, J. Gillespie, 1922 to 1925, inclusive, J. L. Miller 1926 to 1929, inclusive, M. M. Thompson, 1930 to 1937, inclusive, XV. B. Rhodes, 1938 tog Borough Secretaries: Jolm Scott, 1894 to 1896, inclusive, W. H. Armstrong, 1897 to 1898, inclusive, A1 Gorman, 1899 to 1901, in- clusive, William Lose, 1902, one year only, J. H. Travis, 1903 to 1917, inclusive, M. H. Stout, 1918 to 1925, inclusive, W. M. Hicks, 1926 to- Councilmen, 1894-1944: Joseph S. Lichten- fels, Homer Fritchman, O. M. Tilbrook Charles Koch, F. YV. Liggett, Robert Elliott J. C. McGi11nis Sr., J. W. Graham, J .B. VVeight, J. C. Rohland, S. W. Howell, J. F. Courson, J. VV. Murphy, Charles Mattern, J. H. Smith, George Laeock, VV. N. Barnhart George Black, VV. L. Daugherty, A. C. Evans, S. 0. Cratty, A. VV. Moore, G. H. Davis, W. H. Portzer, 'fE. E. Summers, L. S. Doutt, F. K. Backus, S. G. Fink, J. W. Henry, R. M. Elliott, M. T. Brendlinger, E. E. Mease, VV. R. Bennett, Homer B. Jae, G. G. Hay, J. H. Africa, A. T. Gorman, C. E. Henry, J. F. Til- brook, VV. N. Conrad, C. NV. Pfeil, John Gil- lespic, P. H. Lichtenfels, J. G. O'Neill, W. H. Champion, M. D. Salyards, YV. S. Harkness, J. J. Steinbrunn, J. T. Markel, Jolm Camp- bell, Orlando Weston, C. G. Deviney, J. L. Johsonbaugh, Herman Locke, J. T. Berg- gren, 1. J. WVallace, VV. W. Keeley, J. J. Pat- terson, J. B. Buell, H. C. Givler, T. H. Jones C. E. Barnett, J. A. McLaughlin, M. G. Gable HV. E. Kane, C. C. VVhite, R. I. Crowell, G. C. King, fE. C. 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Second and Highland Kenny Avenue Aerial View of Moss Side Bridge and Blvd. Seventh and Brinton 'hird and Center West nnth and Brinton East Sixth and Highland Broadway East Broadway West .erial View of Pitcairn xth and llighland East Fourth Street police Zepafzlmenl 19094910 THOMAS THOMPSON H. H. ANDERSON HENRY PORTER 1944 CHARLES P. LEGER, ELMER A. JOHNSON, KARL J. DIEMERT, THOMAS A. PAINTER- Absent-JOHN W. HENRY. thirly-four eampanq in 7906 Mlafuf of Pzlfcavm .Jaw Ga. !Va. I The original quarters of Hose Company Nd. 1 were in what was known as the old freight station on Broadway. The equipment was a hose reel which was procured from the Chicago VVorld's Fair in 1893. The Com- pany moved to the present location in the Municipal Building about 1903 or 1904, at which time the Company re-organized with Dave Anderson as chief. There is not much in the present record to indicate any activity other than Hre fighting in that period, when the members grabbed the nearest article of clothing and rushed to the fire. The present written record of the Com- pany goes back to 1909 when W. N. Walker was Captain and A. B. Peters was president. The equipment at that time was a hand-drawn hose-wagon which was sometimes horse-drawn. ln February, 1912, the Company purchased musical instruments from the Jr. C. U. A. M. and organized a drum corps which was later disbanded in 1913. At that time the Com- pany met in the present truck room, the mem- bers taking seats on the apparatus and any available chairs. In August, 1915, the Company dedicated the new enlarged quarters which are in use at the present time. New by-laws and a new constitution were drawn up and adopted in April, 1917. In January, 1918, a movement was started to purchase a new truck. The bor- ough treasury being low at the time, a sub- scription fund was started and delivery of the new truck, a Stutz, was made in August, 1924. During these years the Company attended many State and County conventions and won many trophies and prizes. A band was organized as an additional com- plement to the Company in November, 1930, and Marjo Baney was appointed as director. They accompanied the Company on many of their trips and also won trophies for appear- ance and performance until 1941 when the unit was disbanded. Another band, organized in July, 1941, with Charles Cooper as director, has been serving the Company and the com- munity since that time. The following are active members of the company: Cr. H. Ballinger, C. Bischoff, W. thirty-fifue thirty-six First Row-M. S. McC1enaha.n, Homer Sheridan, Richard Hollibaugh, W. P. Stroschein, W. E. Quear, J. McCann, Norman Swope. , Second Row-Robert Douds, Winter Brendlinger, Tom SlTCWI1l'lT, E. G. Morley, Hflwnrrl Clinton, M. K. Warner. Third Row-Ralph Wilson, Roy Hector, E. A. Johnson, John Buck, Chester M. liooher, Charles E. Henry, J. Zimmerman. O11 TruckfHenry E. Guy, Preston Devinny, Clarence S. Miller, J. S. Streiner. allude 0 No. I Officers President ........... ..........,....... ........ 1 1 . XV. Douds Vice-President ....... ....... R . M, Fry Secretary ........... ......... P aul Burk Treasurer ........ ...... J . S. Streiner Chief C. S. MILLER Assistant Chiefs Second, P. DEVINNY Third, H. HoI.zsHU First, H. GERHART Trustees C. D. FOWLER S. NEILL J. ZIMMERMAN Delegate, J oHN BUCK Alternate, C. BOOHER l hart, William Rossi. l'lll'll01', Frank lioesinan. allafie Qampany flfa. I Eancf lil'CIlllllllfIC'l', V. Gretzinger, J. C. Gray, L. J. Gibson, li. E. Guy, Norman Gutshall, R. E. Ilfllllllilllgllv R. L. llouck, E. C. Hysong, T. llolzsliu, D. A. Ilartsoek, L. J. llammon, R. lf. lleeter, C. B. Johnston, N. E. Johnston, E. A. -li0llllS0ll, S. E. Kifer, G. C. Lohr, R. Mc- Murtrie, G. E. lllrlfcilfl, G. P. MeCarl, M. S. lll'Cill0ll2lll2lll, John McCann, E. G. Morley, H. IC. Meyers, J. XV. Painter, W. E. Quear, rllllillll- as Sl1'W21I'l, ll. l'. Sll1'I'ltlilI1, lilair Shelley, XV. l'. Sl'l'USClll'lIl, li. VV. Truxall, li. lVilso11, R. Wilson, William liulms, Honorary Trustee. The l'ollowi11g are Life members of the fltllllllilll-V: Tliomas Africa, Robert Albright, C. D. li2llit'l', William II. liallinger, John Ball- lllg'0l', U. XV. lgl'lHl0I'l', F. A. Brendlinger, M. 'l'. l'iI'4'llIlllllQ'0I', 'l'. T. lil'0llIlllllQ'Ol', E. P. Borst, li. G. llriulcell, fllll'Sl'0l' lilllfllillltlll, Harry R. Crowell, J. ll. Campbell, E. R. Clinton, Clif- l'0l'll Fox, George ll. Davis, E. G. Fraker, J. li. Glassburil, Glenn D. Graham, J. J. Holz- shu, Clarence lloekenberry, C. E. Henry, E C. llilliard, W. E. Hilliard, C. F. Himes, J C. Horton, Doyle H. Hoy, Tally Hughes, E. G. Huliek. VVilliam F. Jae, YVilliam H. Jewell, A. D Kissinger, Aaron Lang, Richard Lowry, A. B Lear, James R. Lemon, Sr., J. A. McLaughlin Frank Martin, H. L. McClain, William G. Mc- Curdy, J. VV. Melndoe, J. T. Mentzer, VV. P Mingle, P. H. Mueller, Riley Nedrow, Leroy Painter, H. Pedley, P. C. Portzer, VV. H. Port- zer, Charles R-ohloff, C. S. Rinker, C. H. Reis, Paul Rupp, Paul Rugh, H. S. Saunders, J. VV Salyards, B. E. Sell, Russell Shaffer. J. H Smith, YV. C. Smyers, S. E. Snyder, L. R 7 Stewart, E. E. Summers, Norman Swope, V R. Tootliman, T. J. Vaughn, C. R. XVaite, R E. YValker, H. P. NValthour, XV. N. VValthour M. K. VVarner, George T. XVllll'9IllEiIl, S. H WVilliamson, Lee Zimmerman. 7 Serving' in the Armed Services: D. M liaughman, S. N. Best, Sherwood Cutshall, VV G. MeCurdy, Virgil MeWVilliams, S. E. Neill Jr., Alfred J. Pearce, John L. Renn, Paul C. Rupp, Jr., M. NV. Saunders, Russell Shaffer, Donald L. Sneath. Q lhirly-Jefven Front Row - Robert Locke, Lestmr Abell, Preston Devinney, Donald Gilliand, Willis Jordon, .limes Streiner, Dale Cufshall, Wallin Bowen, Jack Cook. Donald Luka Bnek Row - Walter Nevling, lake Gilliand, NVillin111 Burkett, CllllllQ Cooper, Curtis Shenefelt, G1 ny First-D. S. LOUTSENHIZER Second-GEORG eliefahee Na. .2 Chief C. D. LOUGHNER Assistant Chiefs E S. SMITH fhmy-fi F' t Row-W. P. Burkett Jas. Wilhide, H. D. Swisshelm, J. T. Miller, J. D. Rice, C. D Irs Loughner, H. XV. Thornas, Jas. McNeil, R. M. Lacock, R. Stroschem, Jas. Pennebakel Geo. Balant, Sam Templeton, R. E. Srruth. Second Row-Karl Diemert, H. R. Lewis, J. T. Burkett, J. H. Hoover, D. E. Eckles, P. Howard, Wm. Gorman, W. A. Lacovk, J. B. Fleming, Jr., L. G. Rutter, E. E. Henry. L. C. Flory, C. Dahlstrom, H. Obermeier L, R. Mull, W. A. Seibert, A. J. Bolden, J. D. Guy, Thos. Painter, C. P. Leger. Driver-W. C. McDowell. ! Officers President ............ ....... H . W. THOMAS Vice President ...... ........... E . R. RICE Secretary ........... ....... R . M. LACOCK Treasurer ....... ....... J AMES MCNEIL Trustees H. D. SWISSHELM P. F. EVES H. F. SCHMITT Members in Military Service As Of March 1, 1944 E. E. IJOUGHNER, E. F. BANK, W. M. HOWARD, ALBERT KELLER, ALIJEN IQENNEDY THOMAS UNIQUE, J. F. YOTHERS, DANIEII MCGINLEY, EARL SIMPSON, J. E. HULL J. R. J oHNs. , glzt ziggy' ' Q Company in 1906 Kneeling-llarrv Oberineier, Harry Robinson, Claud Titley, Thos. Clark, Edward Morrow, Geo. llattern, John Robinson, VV. E. Collins. Standing-M. H. Stout, C. W. Pfeil, W'alter Kitts, XVIII. clllilfllllillll, Chas. VVade, John Ncwlin, John liar- rington, E. C. Cooper, A. K. Strein- er, John Perkins, Wm. Wible, San- ford Matteru, John Ceusiniore, James Koons, Thos. Durnini. Hfeeeefewffeeee t'1Ve will try , has been the motto ot' Pit- eairn lteliet' Fire Conipany No. 2 since it was l'irst. organized on October 16, 1896. The Com- pany eontinued until the latter part of 1898 and then dissolved t'or reasons unknown. lt was reorganized again on April 1, 1901. The first ot't'ieers were: l orenlan. YV. ltl. Hershey: l'res- ident, tleorge Matterng Secretary, XV. ll. llliodesg and Treasurer. ll. J. tlettig. and the following were members: Ilarry Ubernieiere. NV. Miller, l'. llott and M. B. lientz. The equipment consisted ot' a single hose reel. lla rry tlbernieier was one ot' the original mem- bers and he is still aetive in the service of the t'ompany. The first fire house was located at Highland A venue and Seventh Street. A hook and lad- der truck pulled by the members was pur- ehased August 18, 1902. This truck was sometimes drawn by horses. The Company moved to its present building on Eighth Street and llrinton Avenue on May 28, 1913. The first piece of motorized equipment was purchased February 14, 1924. This was a 1Vhite Truck. Four years later. in 1928, the present American l12iFI'3.l1C9 Truck was pur- chased. ln May of 1936 the old squad car was replaced by a. new Chevrolet squad truck. ln addition to fighting fires the Company has many other interests. Among these were the Drum and Bugle Corps. organized in 1929, and along with the Company won forty-nine trophies. Among them was the coveted Alle- gheny County 1Vater Battle Championship won in 1929 and 1930. 1Ve gave this up in 1931 by not entering into the competition. In December, 1941, a new Henny-Packard ambulance was purchased and put in service for the public and is taken to all fires in ease it may be necessary for immediate use. This ambulance is equipped with a. resuscitator and all modern equipment. The Company is also active in all branches of Civilian Defense. Through the Civilian THE VOldlN'l'El'lli OF NO. 2 He wears no uniform of blue, He 's just a common man like you, No flashy badge adorns his chest To make him ditferent from the rest. But when there is fire, smoke and 1'l2lIll9, Then behold! he's not the same As you and I who stand aside, VVhen danger lurks and courage tried. IIe'll die to save a human life, Perhaps your daughter, son or wife. He gets no pay from year to year. Still, hels proud to be a Volunteer. By Harry Obermeier. s l-lose Company 1901 Corner Highland and Seventh Defense activities we were able to acquire a Chrysler Marine Pump which was permanent-- ly mounted on the Chevrolet Squad Truck. We have also been active in all scrap drives for we realize that all scrap helps to bring our eleven members back on our active list. The company was incorporated in 1930 and is considered one of the most efficient and best equipped Fire Companies in Western Pennsylvania. The membership consists of eighty active members, forty-four life members and twen- ty-seven honorary members. Active members: H. W. Thomas, E. R. Rice, R. M. Lacock, James McNeil, C. D. Loughner, D. S. Loutsen- hizer, George Smith, F. Eves, H. F. Schmitt, L. G. Rutter, A. P. Koppel, W. B. Bergman, B. H. Hotchkiss, F. D. Salyards, Dennis Sal- yards, Karl Salyards, C. C. Roberts, E. E. Henry, L. R. Mull, C. Stroschein, R. Stros- chein, C. E. Lang, S. L. Stiffler, Edgar Smyers, J. R. Jones, Fred Miller, J. Penne- baker, E. H. McClain, M. F. Heaps, J. M. Kuster, J. D. Guy, R. W. Cain, J. G. Hoover, D. E. Eckles, J. H. Stewart, W. H. Hunt, J. Wilhide, W. R. Gorman, G. F. Carson, H. R. Lewis, R. J. Warden, H. Baumgarten, James Behe, Ross Walker, P. A. Howard, G. A. Hill. S. A. Templeton, George Balant, C. Dali- strom, E. W. Cook, J. B. Fleming, Jr.. J. E. McWhinney, Wm. Huttenstein, Karl Diemert, John Hay, A. A. Woy, Wm. Emigh, L. C. Flory, W. J. Pritts, C. H. Koppel, J. T. Mil- forty I ler, P. C. Smith, H. E. Bender, Wm. Brown, Hubert Jicha, C. J. Middlekauf, VV. A. La- cock, M. H. Lott, R. R. Madden, E. E. Lough- ner, Thomas Unrue, E. F. Bank, W. M. How- ard, Bert Keller, J. F. Yothers, Allen Ken- nedy, Daniel McGinley, Earl Simpson, J. E. Hull and J. R. Johns. Life Members: H. Obermeier, J. O. Altman, H. D. Swisshelm, R. E. Smith, W. P. Burkett, C. D. Johns, W. G. Thompson, A. J. Bolden, R. I. Crowell, T. J. Burkett, D. A. Johns, L. J. Obermeier, A. H. Reed, Geo. Mattern, G. C. King, J. D. Rice, W. A. Seibert, P. L. Harsh- berger, Charles Jones, E. L. Aker, J. C. Hoyer, L. H. Deviney, J. C. Burkett, W. C. McDowell, L. A. Marchand, R. C. Hoover, J. W. Johns, O. F. Etters, Spencer Jones, L. M. Heaton, J. O. Myers, D. Hartman, R. V. Crookston, P. W. Nemitz, C. P. Leger, James Nichols, J. W. Henry, W. A. Leathers, J. C. Hysong, E. C. Cooper, J. E. Simpson, F. Reynolds, Jr., W. G. Gipson and E. H. Gipson. Honorary Members: R. D. Stull, L. D Watt, Dr. VV. E. Backus, J. Goerss, Frank Helpy, F. H. Straitiif, J. S. Thompson, H. C. Kifer, M. H. Baney, A. T. Gorman, H. C. Givler, E. K. Lang, W. G. Hoehl, W. S. Moore, J. Lebo- vitz, L. S. Weight, B. J. Sipe, W. R. Bennett, K. B. Crowl, W. B. Rhodes, E. E. Summers, W. E. Kane, C. S. Miller, S. H. Snee, E. C. Hilliard, Life members are ones who have completed ten or more years of active service. fbefende fn WMU Wan .2 PITCAIRN COUNCIL CIVILIAN DEFENSE W. li. Rhodes, Chairman M. G. Gable, Secretary F. K: Backus, W. M. llicks, R. D. Barr, G. G. Hay, Sr., J. C. Graffius, W. M. llysong, B C. Inman, G. A. Fails, f'. ll. Loughner, O. W. Bendorf, Lisle Devinney, f'. W. Martin, ll. E. McClain, C. S. Miller, Ha1'ry Oliernieircr, G. li. Ballinger, R. E. Mick, C. W. Cun- ningham, Dr. J. li. Rugh, C. P. Leger, H. W. Babcock, Mlss Agnes Myers, L. E. Locke. STAFF Senior Gas Officer Sector 7 .............. R. E. Mick Gas Reconnaissance Agents ............ Willis Evans James Pearce, Frank Africa Messenger Chief ...................... G. A. Fails Civilian ll:-tense Instructor ....... William M. Smith . . . .Robert L. Roose .. . .Mrs. Eva Magill Dr. C. B. Penrod Auxiliary Fireman Instructor ........ L. M. Goodwin AIR RAID WARDENS Chief Air Raid Warden .............. VV. M. Hysong Assistant Chief Air Raid VVardens .... A. T. Gorman F. VV. Keeley Assistant Instructor ....... First Aid Instructors ....... POST No. l Post Warden: M. K. Warner: Assistants C. D. Baker, ll. C. Biddle. Wardens: M1's. Mabel Hughes, Mrs. Mary Cable, A. W. Hileman, E. J. Ferraro. Fire Guards: E. Cooper, G. B. Freeman, A. Antimarino. Messengers: P. Colurso, D. E. Warner, A. W. Hileman, Jr., W. llendershot, T. Hughes, N. Mignogna, E. R. Boyd. POST No. 2 Post Warden: ll. S. Smith. Assistant Post Warden: G. T. Whiteman. Assistant Post Warden: J. K. Robin- son. Wardens: Mrs. Marqurite Moore, Miss E. Evans, T. A. Russell, T. Boyd, Mrs. Helen Adams. Fire Guards: W. H. Martin, A. J. Scott, W. S. Murphy. Messengers: A. Lebovitz, L. Locke, R. Rice, W. Schuster. POST No. 3 Post Warden: R. W. Bearinger. Assistant Post Warden: R. Toohill. Assistant Post Warden: W. N. Walthour. Wardens: R. C. Brickel, W. T. Irwin, E. Mueller, E. Shaughnessy, G. C. Shipp, Mrs. L. Burch, Miss E. Kuhns, Mrs. E. Mueller, C. Spiker, W. Smith, A. Burch. Fire Guard: T. H. Jones. Messengers: D. Cutshall, W. Peer, R. Mick, .l. Cook. POST No. 4 Post Warden: P. II. Mueller. Assistant Post Ward- ens: R. J. llelman, ll. H. Peer. NVardens: J. R. Snods grass, P. Fisher, C. Purman, C. Reffner, T. C. Pearce, Mrs. V. Middlecauf. Fire Guards: H. Moury, E. Swank, M. Wonders. Messengers: S. VVilliamson, W. F. Sehuetz, J. P. Thompson. POST No. 5 Post Warden: W. M. llicks. Assistant Post Ward ens: C. FI. Henry, W. lil. llilliard. Wardens: J. R. Roberts, J. D. Reed, W. E. Cornelius, ll. Glasgow, W. Mack, C. B. Yothers, L. A. Stahl, Mrs. Dorothy Kren, A B. Corulin, Mrs. lf. Rupp, J. O. Hanlin, Mrs. L. Jae, W. Jae, C. McAnany, Mrs. H. D. Pearce. Fire Guards: C. W. Graham, F. C. Fraker. Messengers: B. llarter, R. McAnany, J. Finley, C. Henry, .l. Africa. POST No. 6 Post Warden: G. Eicher. Assistant Post Wardens: R. Schenk, M. Lentz. Wardens: R. Hoover, S. Fink, R. Boyd, Il. Givler, Mrs. J. Kline, Mrs. M. Mclndoe, C. J. Bradley, ll. Burk, Mrs. H. Burk, Mrs. Alice DcBone, S. E. Donaldson, G. A. Fails, L. Kuhns, A. L. Kenyon, Mrs. V. Magill, Miss Z. McGough, Mrs. M. Reis, Mrs. M. Ruby, J. Lentz. Fire Guards: A. S. Dodson, J. Dailey, C. A. Decker, M. L. Wright, H. S. Saunders. Messengers: R. Kline, G. Fails, R. Singiser, G. Eocher. POST No. 7 Post Warden: L. A. Roe. Assistant Post Wardens: lf. Fry, R. Clayton. Wardens: J. C. Toohill, B. Snee, Mrs. R. Clayton, Mrs. Helen Hicks, J. Ryan, Mrs. E. Seihert, Mrs. D. Snee, Mrs. M. Fry, Mrs. Livina Roe. Messenger: W. Bowen. POST No. 8 Post Warden: H. Hazel. Assistant Post Warden: L. Heaton. Wardens: H. Alcorn, Mrs. E. Thomas, Mrs. D. Heaton, W. Hunt, R. Moore. Messengers: R. Anderson, R. Thomas. POST No. 9 Post Warden W. Thompson. Assistant Post Ward- ens: T. lleaps, I. Baltzerson. Wardens: H. Cooper, J. Steel, Mrs. G. Baltzerson, Mrs. E. Heaps, Mrs. E. Ambrose, Mrs. A. Shrader, R. Wilson, Mrs. L. Me- Anany, Mrs. M. Leathers, Mrs. C. Dover, C. Clapp, E. Kemerer. Fire Guards: J. Hunter, C. Weight. Messen- gers: C. Ankney, H. Rutter. POST No. 10 Post Warde11: J. Graffins. Assistant Post Warden: C. Reese. Wardens: D. Antimarino, R. Perry, F. De- Bone. Messengers: A. Swisshelm, A. Dover. POST No. 11 Post Warden: W. Skiles. Wardens: J. Goliek, P. DeBone. Messengers: N. Cieeotelli, F. Sistilli. AUXILIARY POLICE Charles P. Leger, chief. Acting: A. Thompson, C. Waite, H. Linhart, M. Brendlinger, R. Rodgers, G. Eutsey, E. Hilliard, T. Africa, H. Thomas, C. Decker, J. Loughryft Training Not Completed: J. Henry, H. Obermeier, L. Ohermeier, D. Adams, C. King, L. Meffreary, O. Bendorf, F. Bellis, J. McElroy, J. Kuster, L. Mignogna, K. Slates, J. Cotyk , S. Mul- key, D. Hoover, J. Deere, B. Obermeier, J. Whiteman, I. Leger, D. Thompson.-'7'In service of their country. AUXILIARY MEDICAL CORPS Dr. J. B. Rugh, Chairman: E. Houck, G. Rhodes, E. R-inker, A. Russelld, E. Thomas.- Deceased AUXILIARY FIREMEN Chiefs-C. D. Loughner, C. S. Miller. Auxiliary Firemen-C. Bischoff, J. Burkett, R. Crookston, P. Devinney, K. Diemert, J. Gray, N. Cutshall, L. Hammond, N. Johnson, J. Jones, G. Lohr, G. McCarl, J. MeWhinney, F. Miller, W. Quear, E. Rice, L. Rutter, D. Salyards, K. Salyards, E. Simpson, E. Smyers, R. Stresehein, C. Strosehein, S. Templeton, J. Wilhide, J. Altman, G. Ballinger, H. Baumgarten, J. Behe, W. Bergman, A. Bolden, C. Booher, W. Brend- linger, -l'. Buck, P. Burk, VV. Burkett, G. Carson, E. Cook, R. Douds, D. Eekels, P. Eves, J. Fleming, C. Fowler, H. Gearhart, L. Gibson, W. Gipson, H. Gip- son, W. Gorman, G. Graham, H. Guy, J. Guy, D. Harte sock, M. Heaps, E. Henry, G. Hill, H. Holzslm, T. Holzshu, R. Houck, P. Howard, E. Hysong, C. Johns, D. Johns, J. Jolms, E. Johnson, A. Koppel, W. Kuhns, R. Laeoek, A. Lang, C. Lang, H. Lewis, C. Loughner, D. Loutsenhizer, M. MeClanahan, R. MeMutrie, J. McNeil, V. Mm-Williams, H. Meyers, C. Miller, E. Morley, L. Mull, E. Aker, R. Nedrow, T. Neil, Painter, J. Rice, P. Rupp, F. Salvards, H. Sehmitt, B. Shelly, H. Sheridan, J. Simpson, G. Smith, R. Smith, J. Stewart, S. Stiffler, W. Strochein, H. Swisshelln, C. Thomas, H. Thomas, V. Walker, R. Warden, B. Wilson, J. Zimmerman. forty-one 7 Mmm mfg: As of January 9, 1944 orly-tfwo Sponsored by-The Pitcairn Kiwanis Club and the American Legion. Lettering of Names--John Wesley. Maintenance-The American Legion, Borough Council and Employees. Pm '7aMez',4 ' ' President .....,,....... REVEREND ARTHUR L. KENYON, D.D. V ice President ...,.....,.........,........ PERCY V. LIGIITENFELS Scvretar'y ........... ...... M Rs. MYRTLE Rmssm 7'rcasu1'er ...,.. ......... J AMES V. lfLINE Historian ...,.. ....... M Rs. LILA MooN Through the efforts of the American Legion, representatives of the differ- ent organizations of Pitcairn met in the Council room May 7, 1943 to make plans for the Permanent Tablet i11 honor of our boys and girls in service. No. 1 Hose Company Band g'ave a concert in the High School Auditorium and the proceeds were given to this cause. Since then, a house to house canvass has been made. forty-three www - A -. ff are .- :::,:::z Es:'f:s:5:sa2s::5z2asa55252isis'I:5:3:E5siQisES.E2S5:if:5:5:5:s:sEsf:FsEz: i:I: 2-2.I-:E1:::::::I:S:EeEaE55::61.5.9 ' ., V 5Q.l.+- ,Y egg .en f, M -5: Q53 fe ' .,. if ' ' ' 'A ...ff ' ff . f ' ae. ' X 9 4239: . , . A 1 if 2 Y.. gd V'-h,,,4. A. 4. , 1 ,A 3-I.: ,V . .5 ,1 ,AWA-I - ' ' 3 ' - '1 2592? Igg y 5, - J IV.. -fed 2 Liu, i Y. -Q 3 H-W ' . .-: L- 2 1 . f X :If I VJ fn. ' M3 . ,.,eLs5sfQ:. : ' ' ' N - :F Q .. M - S H ..., 1 V if '----'- ' 55' X .gfmgyi .,,-:gh:,:55.,.::e-5gig.: ., - Aye X ,. 53. L X 2 ---- -V wx . s Q5Q x XV4-Stern Directoi' room on Pennsy l 909-1 9 Athletic lvania Division Railroad Band of Pitcairn, VV. H. H Long 27. The Band Stand was located on present site of dreseinv field. , M., . Junior Order of American Mechanics Band of 1894. C. D. L. Anderson, Leader Cifizens Military Rand of 1900--NV. ll. H. Long: Direelm' 743 Gbwwim mc! GJWMM UWQMWZQM aj Pzlicczun J Standing-J. Rhys Roberts, Presbyterian, Vice Presidentg H. J. Fisher, United Brethren: D. E. Ferguson, Baptistg D. F. Gocrss, G. Lutherang L. A. Stahl, Methodist. Seated-H. L. A. Schilling, E. Llltll0I'2l1l, SPC.-T1'0IlS.Q C. H. Clapp, Reformed: A. L. Kenyon, D.l7., President, Pnited Presbyterian. ,Xhscnt-David A. Berquist, Pentecostal. Mzmz!e'14 This association is comprised of the Min- isters of the co-operating Christian Churches of Pitcairn and vicinity. It was originally started to unify the forces of righteousness in the community, to lend aid and succor to all in unhappiness and distressing circumstances, and to meet also the need of fellowship of those engaged in the Gospel Ministry. For a long period it has lent support to every good Work and rendered devoted and sacrificial ser- vice to this constituency. It has stood as the medium through which the combined useful- ness of the people could find adequate expres- sion. ln tl1e growing requirements of the years the Miuisterium has availed itself of every opportunity to bring sincere comfort, cultural forty-.vzx development, and spiritual blessing to all with- in its bounds, Public gatherings such as Union l rayer Meetings, Evangelistic Campaigns, Temper- ance Efforts, Memorial Exercises, Holy YVeek observance in the schools, Good Friday three- hour services, Daily Vacational Bible Schools, Thanksgiving, etc., have been administered With very noticeably fine results. To all who have had need of counsel or assistance the Ministerium has always proffered its resources and would still make available to the public its spiritual means. It has contributed great- ly to the bcttermcnt of the social and religious J life of Pitcairn. 'Wie Glmwlwi mt! efwuliczn Uagcuugalianfl of Pflicavm The First Baptist Church The First Evangelical and Reformed Church McGinnis Presbyterian Church First Methodist Church First Pentecostal Church Saint Michael's Church St. Pau1's Evangelical Lutheran Church Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church First United Brethren In Christ Church The First United Presbyterian Church Young Men's Christian Association Ladies' Auxiliary to the Pennsylvania Railroad Young lVlen's Christian Association Woman's Christian Temperance Union P 7fae 6217141 Eafpidl ehuwfz Established 1 899 Mission 19 0 0 ty-fight I DONALD E. FERGUSON Dedlcated 19 0 3 Pastor The First Baptist Uhurch of Pitcairn is the outgrowth of a mission which was estab- lished in 1899. In 1897 Rev. G. G. Gibson of lndustry, Pa., conducted evangelistic serv- ices in a tent, pitched on a vacant lot behind Reed's Hall. Rev. Gibson came back to Pit- cairn in July, 1899, and helped to organize a mission. This group held services on Sunday afternoons under the leadership of Rev. VV. E. Allen of the Turtle Creek Baptist Church. Rev. Allen walked to Pitcairn each Sunday as he had no means of transportation. Miss Emily Pierce played the piano for these serv- ices. This group of believers was sponsored by the Turtle Creek Baptist Church. On July 29, 1900, a small group of Baptists consisting of twelve persons met in Reed's llall and under the direction of Rev. Allen they organized themselves into the First Bap- tist Church of Pitcairn. Eight of these per- sons were charter members. They were Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Freed, Mrs. Ruey Myers, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Book and the Misses Minnie, Blanche and Bertha Book. The other four were Alex Heasley, Mr. and Mrs. John Gilles- pie, Sr., and R. F. Ellyson. Rev. J. M. Hunt- er became the first pastor of the newly formed church. A Sunday School was soon organized with Mr. Gillespie as Superintendent. A year later, in 1901, Rev. G. NV. Downing became pastor and this same year the church was recognized by the Pittsburgh Baptist As- sociation. All this time services were being conducted in Reed's Hall, but it was the earn- est desire of the membership to have a meet- ing place of their own. Rev. Downing was very much concerned and at Christmas time when he received a gift of seventy-five dollars from a friend in Canada, Where he had for- merly held a charge, he turned the entire sum over to the trustees to be used a nest egg to start a building fund. It was the wish of Rev. Allen that the new church be built in VVall, but the members did not agree. Finally two lots were bought o11 the corner of Highland Avenue and Fifth Street, the site of the pres- ent building. A Building Committee con- sisting of J. E. Freed, J. P. Book and J. H. Gillespie, Sr., was appointed to draw up plans for a house of worship. The result was the erection of the present building in 1903. This same year on April 30th this church was in- corporated under the laws of the Common- wealth of Pennsylvania. In 1928 a beautiful parsonage was built on the lot adjoining the church. This building was dedicated on January 13, 1929, at services conducted by Rev. W. C. Chappell, at that time Executive Secretary of the Pittsburgh Baptist Association. The thirty-third anniversary of the church was celebrated on July 30, 1933. On this oc- casion Mr. Gillespie reviewed the early church history. Mr. Gillespie is the only active mem- ber of the original twelve. He has been an able and efficient trustee for many years. On January 1, 1939, after the auditorium had been completely redecorated, the church was rededicated to the Lord and to His service. At the present time the church is experienc- ing, under the able leadership of Donald E. Ferguson, one of the most prosperous periods, both spiritually and financially, in the history of its organization. Rev. Ferguson has been serving the church since June, 1943. Throughout the years the Baptist Church has maintained a departmental Sunday School and has included in its program a young peo- ples fellowship group. Through these mediums and other auxiliary organizations the church has contributed its share of responsible and worthwhile citizens to the community. Visitors are always welcome and a cordial invitation to attend the services held regular- ly in the church is extended to the citizens of Pitcairn by the pastor and the membership. forty-nine ml ' am! X2 Giwach Founded 1899 Church of 1909 The First Reformed Church was organized August 20, 1899 with a charter membership of 22. The first officers were: Edler, Henry Armagast 5 Deacons, W. N. Walker, R. M. Baker. The Sunday School was organized May 28, 1899. In June 1899, two lots on the corner of Sixth Street and Highland Avenue were purchased from the Walls Improvement Co. Ground for the Church building was broken and the cor- nerstone laid August 20, 1899 with Rev. T. R. Dietz officiating. The first service was held in the new church November 26, 1899. The building was dedicated on December 3, 1899 by the pastor, Rev. A. C. Snyder. The church was often spoken of as the Beacon of Christianity because it was the only church situated on the hill and could be seen by people on trains go- ing through the town. The Rev. A. C. Snyder served as pastor from November 28, 1899 to May 20, 1900. Dur- ing the remaining months of the year the Re- formed Home Mission Board assumed the work as a Mission Church. The Rev. A. B. Bauman was elected pastor January 1, 1901 and served until October 15, 1907. fiffy The Rev. F. L. Kerr became pastor February 1, 1908 and served until August 1, 1910. Dur- ing his pastorate the addition to the old church was built at the cost of 390800. This was all subscribed at the tenth anniversary service from September 12-19, 1909. The Rev. Charles H. Faust became pastor October 15, 1910 and served until December 24, 1916. During his pastorate the congrega- tion felt the need of a larger place of worship and in 1915 authorized the consistory to build the present brick church. The cornerstone was laid October 1915. The dedication of the new church was held Sunday, June 18, 1916 with Rev. C. E. Shaffer, D.D. of the Home Mission Board preaching the dedicatory sermon. The same year it was decided to build a parsonage adjoining the church but owing to the heavy financial obligations it was not completed un- til the following year. The Rev. Walter R. Clark began his pastor- ate on April 10, 1917 and served until J anu- ary 15, 1920. During that time the present comfortable parsonage was completed and occupied. The Rev. Charles Bushong became pastor on April 1. 1920 and ended his ministry here on l c-brnary 28, 1926. The Rev. Howard Dewey Gross began his work as pastor on July 1, 1926 and served until September 27, 1928. The Rev. Howard Loch was unanimously elected to the pastorate on January 1. 1929 and served until December 15, 1939. During his pastorate the church struggled along un- der the most severe economic conditions. The year 1934 brought about the merging ol' the lleforrned f'hureh in the United States and the Evangelical Church of North America. The merger caused the changing ot' the official name ot' the Church to the Evangelical and lil-l'ornierl Fhurch as it is now known. The Rev. Carl H. Clapp. the present pastor. was unanimously elected to serve the church and began his work April 1, 1940. During his pastorate a great many things have been ac- complished. The church was redecorated in 1941 and recarpeted. The mortgage on the parsonagc was burned June 23, 1940. The REV. CARL H. CLAPP, Pastor Dedicated January 18, 19 16 mortgage on the church was burned November 14, 1943 with Rev. NV. F. DeLong of Philadel- phia, Pa. preaching at the special services. Many beautiful gifts were given to the church by members in memory of some loved one. The success of the church has been made possible under God, by the splendid coopera- tion of loyal members and the following or- ganizations affiliated with the church: The 'Woman's Guild, Faithful Toilers Class, The Dorcas Class, The Men 's Progress Class, The Youth Fellowship, The Girls' Guild. They have not only supported the church financially but have promoted a spiritual help to the church and community. Two members of the congregation accepted the call to the ministry, Rev. Morris H. Cooper and Rev. Ira Harkins. The present officers of the church are- Elders: E. E. Kemerer, Vice President, J. A. Bauman, Financial Secretary, R. E. 1Valker, Treasurer, Willis H. 1Vilson. J. J. Holzshu, Jr., M. M. Goodlin. Deacons: J. L. Briney, Secretary, H. E. Holzshu, E. E. Ly1111. H. K. Brodie, L. M. Heaton, C. A. Hardy. fifty-one lwcqinmii P ' Ghwwla Founded 1 89 1 Erected 189 2 fifty-f fLUO Dedicated API-il 15, 1917 JOHN RHYS ROBERTS, Pastor 'MQW At a meeting of Blairsville Presbytery held at Jeannette April 21-22, 1891 Reverend W. B. Carr and Reverend J. M. Jones, with Elder James Carothers, were appointed as a com- mittee to look after the interests of Presbyter- ians at Walls Station, Pennsylvania Railroad. The first service was held in the home of Messers. Coleman M. and Findley W. Liggett on Sunday, May 3, 1891, with Reverend Carr preaching. During May and June services were held every two weeks in the unfinished storeroom of Liggett Brothers, corner of Sec- ond Street and Brinton Avenue. For the months of July, August, September and Oc- tober, services were held in the United Breth- ren Church, Brinton Avenue and Third Street. At the Fall meeting of Presbytery, held in the New Salem church, September 15-16, 1891, Messers C. M. Liggett and S. M. Brinton ap- peared before Presbytery and presented a petition asking that a Presbyterian church be established at Walls. A committee was ap- pointed to visit the field with a view to organ- izing such church if the way be clear. This committee met November 12, 1891 in the United Brethren Church. Eighteen persons were received into membership. In view of the generous gift of Mrs. Agnes Frew to the congregation, viz. 3 a lot of ground at the corner of Wall Avenue and Third Street, the congregation called the church McGinnis in honor of Mrs. Eleanor McGin- nis, deceased, the mother of the donor. The first church building was erected dur- ing the year 1892 and dedicated January 1, 1893. A Sunday School was also organized. This first house of worship was a frame build- ing. Beside the auditorium with balcony, there was a Sunday School room, a small lib- rary room and basement. This building was abandoned in the spring of 1916, because it was not adequate for the work being done. The present building was erected during the ensuing summer and fall and completed dur- ing the early months of 1917. The building and Manse adjoining are encased in Hummels- town brown stone, and presents a very pleas- ing outside appearance. The interior arrange- ments are such as will render it useful for years to come, having an auditorium and gal- lery with a seating capacity of nearly five hundred, ample Sunday School rooms, and class rooms, recreation room, mezzanine floor, and well equipped basement. A pipe organ was installed in the fall of 1921, adding great- ly to the services of the church. This new church building has been the re- cipient of many fine gifts. The beautiful stained glass windows were donated by mem- bers of the congregation. The bell in the tower was donated by Mrs. Pitcairn in mem- ory of her husband, Robert Pitcairn, after whom the town was named. The present Pulpit Bible and Hymnal, a lovely baptismal font, a very handsome gold cross and vases are some of the gifts presented by loyal n1en1- bers in loving memory of dear ones. THE PASTORS Rev. W. WV. Ralston, August 9, 1893-Dee. 29, 1895. Rev. I. S. Hahn, May 1, 1896-May 11, 1897. Rev. T. J. Porter, D.D., July 15, 1897-Nov. 12, 1899. Rev. Phaon S. Kohler, Ph.D., May 31, 1900-Novem- ber 1, 1911. Rev. Edward W. Byers, May 1, 1912-Oct. 31, 1920. Rev. J. Hackney Colclough, June 22, 1921-Apr. 1, '34 Rev. John Rhys Roberts, November 1, 1934. THE ELDERS Coleman Liggett, 1891, Charles W. Palmer, 1891, J. Herbert Travis, 1894, 'John H. Warner, 1894, Harry Cooper Peoples, 18985 Joseph D. Lewis, 18985 Albert Lowman, 1899, Orin M. Young, 18993 J. Har- rison Goehring, 1899, Finley W. Liggett, 1903, J. Walter Feeher, 1903, George Dible, 19075 W. Harry Martin, 1907, S. John Glenn, 19073 Frank G. Pick- worth, 190-73 Murry S. Saunders, 19123 Harry C. Wertz, 19125 Hugh M. Craig, 19193 William MeMunn, 1919, William T. Kunkle, 1927, 'Roy F. Morford, 19275 Grant Singiser, 19359 Charles A. Decker, 19355 XM. G. Gable, 1935, William J. Beatty, 19355 L. H. Johnson, 1935, lil. V. Kline, 1935: 'Harry J. Glasgow, 19375 4'F1'ederick H. Woods, 19385 Harry Longstreth, 1938, fi?-eorge Allen Fails, 1940, fGeorge 4 L. Abell, 19433 l'Glcn D. Graham, 1943. flndicatcs the prcsc'nt Session. CHARTER MEMBERS Samuel Brinton and wife, Mrs. Helen Brinton, Coleman Liggett and wife, Mrs. Anna M. Liggettg Lawrence Liggett and wife, Mrs. Mary H. Liggettg Findley W. Liggett and wife, Mrs. Annie V. Liggett, M1'. O. E. Liggettg Mrs. Fannie McElroy, Henry L. Young and wife, Mrs. Rebecca Young, Miss Clara E. Young, Miss Minnie Young, William S. Barr and wife, Mrs. Priscilla Barrg Charles W. Palmer and wife, Mrs. Elizabeth Palmer. The Golden Anniversary was celebrated No- vember 9 to 16, 1941. The present member- ship is 650, and there is 110 question that this church occupies a position of inHuence and responsibility. fifty-three 40141 Melhaalul 0 aah Organized 1 892 Dedicated Nov. 19, 1893 Agatha Street Burned December 23, 1906 J fifty-four U Rmv. LAWIHCNCE A. STATII Dedlcated June 27, 1909 1935- ':-vspemggm Tl1e First Methodist Church of Pitcairn has for the past fifty-two years been a part of the religious life of our community. Organized as it was with fourteen members in the early months of 1892, services were held in the open air during the summer of that year. VVith the coming frosts of autumn, an in- door place of worship was found in the newly built Maddox llall on Rrinton Avenue. For about one year the congregation met in this Hall during which time a permanent or- ganization was formed and plans were made for the purchase of ground and the erection of a church home. On October 10, 1892, a lot on Agatha Street was conveyed by Priscilla Lloyd to VV. II. Ilugus. D. li. Seibert, Robert Campbell, and Adam Tomlinson as Trustees for the VValurba Methodist Episcopal Church. On February 25, 1893, a charter was grant- ed by the Court, under which VV. H. Hugus, D. li. Seibert, Robert Campbell, G. P. Roby, H. B. Duff, and H. H. Robb were elected as the first Board of Trustees. ln the early spring of 1893, work was begun on the new Agatha Street Church. A large portion of the labor and materials were donated by the members, but such part of the construction that could not be provided by the members was let by contract to C. W. Palmer, who was then ar member of the church. Six months after ground was broken, the new church was ready for occupancy. The sermon of dedication was preached by Dr. C. NV. Smith, the then Editor of the Pitts- burgh Christian Advocate, and later a bishop of our Church. The first pastor of the original flock of four- teen members was Rev. R. L. Hickman, who had been sent by the Presiding Elder to com- plete the organization of the church and to establish a permanent home for the new con- gregation. VVhen his task was completed, a new pastor, Rev. NV. XV. llall, was sent to carry on tl1e work. As was the custom of the Methodist Church in those days, ministers were transferred with great frequency, and so it was that during the twelve years of worship in the Agatha Street edifice, ten different pastors served the congregation. Of these ten ministers, but two survive, Rev. H. Lester Smith, now a member of and Pres- ident of the Board of Bishops of United Me- thodism, and Dr. M. H. liichliter, who later became a prominent minister of the Congrega- tional Church and is now retired. On December 23, 1906, the little church home on Agatha Street was destroyed by fire. Fortunately, ground had already been pur- chased and a contract let for the building of a new church on Center Avenue and Eleanor Street. During the period between the loss of the Agatha Street Church and the occupancy of the new building, the members worshiped first in the then unfinished third Hoor of the old No. 2 School Building on Agatha Street and afterwards in the Odd Fellows Hall. Our present church home was dedicated on June 27, 1909 by Bishop John VV. Hamilton, now deceased. Of the nine trustees wl1o directed the build- ing of the church, but two survive-John H. Smith and M. D. Salyards, who are still in our midst as members. Great credit for the carrying on of the church work during the years between the de- struction of the old and the dedication of the new building, as well as for the assistance ren- dered in the completion of the new edifice, belongs to Rev. C. H. Reckard, who was our pastor from 1905 to 1909. Since the dedication and occupancy of our new church home, twelve different pastors have ministered to the congregation. There have gone out from our church five young men as ministers, Frank Chilcote and Philip, his brother, Frank Vilittcamp, who died in Fra11ce as a Chaplain in lVorld lVar T, Harry VVissinger and Arthur Shenefelt. Two of our members became foreign mission- aries, Norma Keck and John Lewis. Of the present members of our congregation, the name of F. G. NVissinger, the grand old man of the church, must need be mentioned. For more tl1a11 fifty years, he has been a teach- er in our Sabbath School, and a faithful church worker. Our present leader, Rev. li. A. Stahl, l1as served the longest pastorate in the history of the church-coming to us in 1935. The continual requests to the Conference for his return is the proof of the affection of his people. The membership has grown from 14 in 1892 to 823 in 1944. The Methodist Church pays tribute to the spirit of co-operative Christian fellowship of all the other Christian Churches of the Bor- ough. That it may continue to merit a place of worth and good will in the years to come is the fervent hope of its people. fifty- fir: if Remodeled, 19 4 3 ty-six Church As Purchased, 1923 Mau' Z Ghmch Founded 1 9 1 9 DAVID A. BERQUIST Pastor The Pentecostal testimony in 1919 created quite a stir in the hearts of a group of praying believers, residents of Pitcairn, who gathered regularly in their several homes for cottage prayer meetings under the leadership of Mrs. F. J. Casley of Turtle Creek. Cod's blessing was noticed in the lives and in the midst of these prayer warriors to the extent that inter- est and attendance increased, insomuch that the homes could no longer accommodate the growing crowds. So in 1921, a more appro- priate place of worship was sought and a build- ing on Broadway, a store room, was secured. This body of worshippers, in their new wor- ship place became known as the Free Gospel Mission. Rev. J. H. Boyce was the first pas- tor ehosen. He served for quite some time in this capacity and later went to India as a mis- sionary. This band of believers contributed to his support and labors in that field. Tn 1923, at the cost of twenty-five hundred dollars, the present church building was pur- chased from the United Brethren. The loca- tion is at Kay Street, on Brinton Avenue. A short time after the purchase, the interior of the church was remodeled. This included the rebuilding of the rostrum, the rewiring of the entire building, the purchase of and placing in of the new pews, and many other extras which made the work more complete. In this same year the group became earnestly sincere in regards to becoming a chartered church body, so a group of men were selected to make the necessary contacts and secure a charter. Within a short period of time the charter was received and the group became a Chartered Church Body. Mrs. I . J. Casley ministered to the churth from 1923 to the summer of 1927 when the Rev. E. 0. lieeper was elected pastor, minis- tering for nine years. Under his leadership the church grew in membership and prosper- ed. The name of the church was changed in 1927 from Free Gospel Mission to First Pen- tecostal Church of Pitcairn. The Rev. Paul liongstreadth remained from November of 1936 to February of 1937, doing remarkable work during his short period of service as acting pastor. In February, 1937, Rev. W. F. Voodre was elected to serve as pas- tor. By action of the church board and pas- tor, in 1937, the Church became affiliated with the Assemblies of God, a World-Wide, rapidly growing organization, whose headquarters are in Springfield, Missouri. The ill health of Rev. Voodre in 1940 made it necessary for him to resign and go to the south to regain his strength. In this year Rev. K. D. Baker was called to pastor the church and also remained three years when he was called to accept the pastor- ate of tl1e Jeannette Pentecostal Church. In a short while the former pastor, J. H. Boyce returned from his missionary service in India and filled the pulpit for six months, until the Rev. David Berquist, of Youngstown, Ohio, was called to pastor. ln the summer of 1943 the exterior of the building was remodeled and covered with ln- sel-brick siding at the cost of thirteen hundred dollars, thus improving the appearance and making the external portion of the building fireproof. The church is free from debt and a parsonage fund has been started and plans for the church parsonage are being considered. The present Sunday School enrollment is 98, with an increased interest in attendance under the capable leadership of Mr. Joseph E. Harkins, the school superintendent, and his able assistant, Mr. H. A. Fennel. The young peopleis group is known as the Christ Ambassadors. This is the national youth organization of the Assemblies of God. Mrs. S. L. Bennett is the present Christ Am- bassadors group president of the church. Many of the young people have attended Bible Training Schools during the past years and the majority are now engaged in active min- istry. The members affiliated with the church from its beginning and still actively serving are: Mrs. Anne Miller, Mr. and Mrs. S. P. Hake. Mrs. Walter Watson, Mrs. L. B. Walker, and Mrs. Agnes VVatson. The present board of trustees are: Miss Frances Shafer, Sec., Mrs. Anne Miller, Treas., Mrs. W. J. Watson, Mr. H. A. Fennel, Mr. J. E. Harkins, Mr. Amer- ica Devitto and Mr. VV. J. Weaver. fifty-.rewen Sain! Mzchaelu Ghwwh fifty-eight W, ,,d,., REV. LEO A. MCCRORY Saint Michael's Church, located on XVall Avenue, is one of the oldest original institu- tional buildings in our community. The Cor- nerstone of the Church was placed in the Spring of 1895 and the building was complet- ed before the end of that year. St. Michael 's was just a Mission Church at that time, and was attended by the priests from St. Aloysius Church, Wilmerding. The church was built under the supervision of the late Reverend Michael Ward, first pastor of VVilmcrding. Father Boyle, now the Most Reverend Hugh C. Boyle, Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, was the first Priest to have regular Sunday Mass at Pitcairn. He still speaks of those days when he had to hitch his horse and buggy at the corner of Broadway and Wall Avenue and then make his way through muddy roads out to St. Michael's. For two and one half years he had his Sunday breakfast at the Toohill residence, now occupied by the Ken- ney family. In the year 1905, to the joy of the Catholic people of Pitcairn, Saint Michael 's was made a. Canonical parish, and the first resident Priest was the late Father John Moore. VVhile the present Rectory was under construction, Father Moore resided on Third Street, where the Wonder 's family now lives. The Rectory was finished and ready for occupancy in 1907. Father Moore remained as pastor until the time of his death in 1910. Ile was succeeded by the late Father R. J. Maloney, who died here in 1913. The Reverend Joseph D. Hagan was ap- pointed pastor in April of 1913 and the beauty of the landscape of the present property of the church is due to the efforts and zeal of Father Hagan. The property had been donat- ed to the Diocese for the purpose of building a Church a11d Rectory. The Toohill family, one of the pioneer Catholic families of the valley, were the donors of the property, and they made provision by law that the property would be used only for church purposes. Father Hagan saw the possibilities of making the property a beauty spot, and was untiring in carrying out his ideas of beautifying the place. Father Hagan retired as pastor in May of 1918 to become a chaplain in VVorld War I. The Reverend M. I. Schaebler served as Pastor until March of 1919 when Father T. J. Kirner was appointed and served as Rector until 1928. After his death, Father T. F. Quilter and then Father Michael J. O'Shea filled the vacancy temporarily until Father James J. Kelly was appointed pastor in May of 1930. He remained here until July, 1936, when he was transferred to the Holy Name Parish, Duquesne, Pa. The present pastor, Rev. Leo A. McCrory, was placed in charge July 16, 1936. After forty-eight years, the same original frame building still serves the Catholic pop- ulation of Pitcairn as their House of Divine VVorship, and the present good condition of tl1e building attests the sturdiness and thor- oughness of building construction in those early days. Roth the people of the parish and residents of Pitcairn generally point to the property of St. Michael's Church as one of the outstanding beauty spots in the Westirig- house Valley. fifty-nine Sl. flank Zaanqelical .fuffzencan QW Q Organized September 27, 1903 N O Dedicated September 113, 19 10 :Saint Pau1's Evangelical Lutheran Church M- L- A- SCHILLING Dedicated June 17, 1923 Pastor 1 . . ' Iflxty ,nl The English Lutherans of Pitcairn first worshiped in Reed's Hall. Here on Septem- ber 27, 1903, a congregation was organized under the leadership of Reverend NV. E. Bauer, then pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church, Braddock, Pennsylvania. The new congregation started with twenty charter members. These were F. K. Backus, VV. J. Watters, and W. R. Black, first deacons, Mrs. F. K. Backus, Mrs. VVilliam Black, Miss Flora Black, Ilarry XV. Black, Mrs. Catherine Bow- ser, C. M. Coho, Mrs. C. M. Goho, Harry Cfoho, Mrs. llarry Coho, Miss Mary Kettering, Wil- liam Sloan, Mrs. NVilliam Sloan, Daniel Smail, Mrs. Daniel Smail, Michael Smith, Mrs. Mich- ael Smith and Mrs. NV. J. Wattel's. The con- gregation was known as St. Paul's English Evangelical Lutheran Church and formed part of the Pitcairn-Braddock parish. Dur- ing Reverend Bauer 's pastorate, worship serv- ices were moved from Reed 's IIall to the pres- ent Baptist Church. St. Paul's held their services in the afternoon. Reverend Bauer resigned in 1909 and was succeeded by Reverend YV. A. Zundel. During his pastorate a lot was purchased on Robinson Street and a portable chapel from the Church Extension Society of the Pittsburgh area was placed on it. This chapel was formally ded- icated September 18, 1910. At the same time a number of gifts were received. These gifts included a pulpit Bible and clock from the members of St. Paul's Lutheran Church of Nuremberg, Pennsylvania, a communion set from St. Luke 's Lutheran Church, Young- wood, Pennsylvania, and a baptismal bowl from Mrs. YV. Black. First Church and Zion 's Lutheran Churches of Greensburg contributed financial aid. ln June of 1911 the Pitcairn- Braddock parish was dissolved, followed soon after by Reverend Zundel is resignation. Mean- while, St. Mark's of Trafford became a joint member of a parish with Pitcairn. ln the fall of 1911 Reverend H. F. Obenauf was called to serve the new Pitcairn-Trafford parish. During his pastoratc the membership grew considerably. A Luther League and Missionary Society was organized. The con- gregation secured a future church location at the corner of Center Avenue and Agatha Street. Reverend Obenauf relinquished his charge at the end of the year 1916. In the next year and half the congregation was kept active and served by supply pastors. Having already served the previous sum- mer, Reverend NV. H. Baker became the per- manent pastor on May 12, 1918. He was the first of three young ministers to serve St. Paul 's as their first pastorates. Under Rev- erend Bakeris administration the present church edifice was erected. Assisted again by the Church Extension Society and through the sale of bonds, the congregation was able to finance the new building. Beautiful color- ed glass windows were donated by various members. The dedication took place on June 17, 1923. One of the chief tasks of Reverend Baker and his successors was to reduce the heavy debt incurred. In March of 1924, Rev- erend Baker left St. Paul 's. Reverend R. F. Steininger was called June 15, 1924. Both he and his wife were very active. They were especially interested in music and the development of the choir. After five years of service Reverend Steininffer re- signed in June of 1929. D On September 20, 1929, Reverend C. E. Dozer began a lengthy pastorate of thirteen years. VVith his arrival the Pitcairn-Trafford parish was dissolved, and he served St. Paul 's only. During most of this time the congre- gation was handicapped by depression years. Despite this, St. Paul 's met her financial ob- ligations, which included payments o11 a heavy church debt. And just previous to the ter- mination of Pastor Dozer's ministry at St. Paul 's, the congregation became self-sustain- ing. Reset with ill-l1ealtl1 Reverend Dozer was forced to conclude a long period of faith- ful service in the Lutheran ministry on De- cember 1, 1942. On May 1, 1943, Reverend M. L. A. Schil- ling, the present pastor, was called to serve St. Paul's. Along with l1is predecessors, Rev- erend Schilling has witnessed the further re- duction of the church debt and some minor improvements of the church property. .sixty-one unify gaanqefical fwfhman efmacfa Qxvh - DANIEL F. GOERSS Pastor The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field: which indeed is the least of all seeds, but when it is grown, it is the greatest among herbs, and becometh a tree, so that the birds of the air come and lodge in the branches thereof. This Parable spoken by our Blessed Lord and Savior Jesus Christ illustrates the small beginning of the Kingdom of God on earth in general, and that of an individual Christian congregation in particular. A Christian congregation is any number of individuals constituting one group of people which claim to be Christians, who confess that they believe in the Son of God and His blood of atonement for the sins of the world, and which have, and use, the VVord of God and thc Holy Sacraments of Baptism and the Lord's Supper, and actually give themselves to the Christian holiness of life, according to the Ten Commandments, in the imitation of .sixty-tfwo Christ, VVho gave Himself The Sacrifice of God for our sins and left us an example that we should follow in His steps. To such individual Christian congregations throughout the world apply the apostolic salu- tations, which we find in the New Testament Scriptures, for instance, the one to the Church at Corinth in Asia Minor: Paul, called to be an apostle of Jesus Christ through the will of God, and Sosthenes, our brother, unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both theirs and ours: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ. The Lord of the Church caused one man to be instrumental in the founding of our congre- gation, the late Mr. Carl CCharlesj Kuehn, of Patton Township. Mr. Kuehn came from a typically Lutheran family in Germany as a young man of 17 to this land of freedom and opportunity. In the course of time he married and settled in Swissvalc, where two things were uppermost in his mind: a church of his religious persua- sion and a home for his wife and children. Although he had learned the trade of stone masonry, he preferred to make his living directly from the Good Earth, and under di- vine blessing, he became an expert gardener. Feeling strongly his obligations to Christ and His Gospel and his dear Lutheran Church, he gave himself untiringly to help gather into the Fold many scattered Lutherans of German tongue in Braddock and vicinity. Together with his pastor, the Reverend Frederick Brand. he rejoiced to see the day that a con- gregation of Lutherans had been gathered and organized, which, ere long, also built a church edifice and parsonage, By this time, the Lord had blessed Mr. Kuehn to such an extent that he was able to advance the price for the building of the pastor 's home. In 1899 he bought the farm which today is known to Pitcairners as the Kuehn Farm, in Patton Township. Here he and his faithful wife and children subdued the earth in the sweat of their brow. But he had in these parts no church of his choice. In those horse-and-buggy days it was a long way to Braddock. Finding a few other Lutherans in this vicinity, he, together with his pastor in Braddock, established a preach- ing station in Pitcairn, using for this purpose a certain store room, the identity of which, unhappily, this writer has not been able to establish. Pastor Brand of Braddock served this little flock. Eventually, seventeen me11 signed the Arti- cles of Declaration in which they voiced their desire to organize an Evangelical Lutheran congregation, and to call for their pastor a man who would wholeheartedly subscribe to the Bible as the inspired and inerrant Word of the Living God and to the Confessional Writings of the Evangelical Lutheran Church, and who would faithfully teach and preach the whole Christian Doctrine, and administer the holy Sacraments as the Son of God had instituted them, and who himself would adorn the Christian Doctrine with a life irreproach- able. And they pledged themselves that they would regard him not as a servant of men, but as a servant of Christ and lay no hindrances in his way in the execution of his sacred office. The signatures of this Declaration are the following: Ferdinand Staats, Carl Kuehn, Gustav Sclnniedt, Albert Brauer, Conrad Her- zog, Fred Staats, Karl Berkoben, John Kebbel, John Christopher Gottschalg, John Naser, George Berkoben, John Reehrsneck, Andrew Schak, Charles Koch, George Kalleweit, George Dozkat and Matthes Dobat. As the seed grew, or the little flock increas- ed, they rented the use of the local Presbyter- ian Church, and in 1896 they dedicated their ow11 house of worship on Second Street. On May 19, 1895, upon Pastor Brand 's counsel, the congregation called their own pas- tor. He was a graduate student of Concordia Theological Seminary, Saint Louis, Missouri, the Reverend Walter Koenig. Ile entered up- on his work here in the summer of that year and labored with signal blessing. After a few years, a parsonage was built back of the church edifice. The first floor of the parson- age also housed the parochial school which Pastor Koenig taught. In 1904 Pastor Koenig accepted a call to Whitestone, N. Y., and was succeeded by the Reverend G. J. Mueller of Punxsutawney. He also served the congregation and the parochial school unflinchingly and faithfully. During his ministry, the monetary indebtedness of the congregation was liquidated. At the end of 1922, Pastor Muller retired because of ad- vanced age. In May, 1932, he left us and went to the mansions which the Savior had prepared for him in the Father 's house. The present pastor, coming from LaSalle, N. Y., assumed his duties in January, 1923. The following June the congregation pur- chased a new parsonage, at S10,000, on Second Street between Highland and Center Ave- 11ues. Some day, when he is gone, others can tell what he has CIOIIG here in the name of the Lord. In December, 1943, we celebrated our fif- tieth anniversary, prior to which about 53,000 was spent on renovating the church edifice. During those fifty years, the little seed has grown into a strong tree, deeply rooted, and fruitful in many good works. The financial report of 1894 lists total receipts as 8312.885 that of 1943, as 89,514.48 Despite many de- fections all these years, the Lord has visibly prospered the work of our hands. We love our church. We have our Voters' Assembly, our Sunday School, our Sunday School teach- ing staff, our Board, our Ladies' Aid, our Women is Guild, our Vlfomenis Choir, our Young People, our classes for special indoctri- nation, many faithful members, peace within our walls, debt-free property, and many other blessings, for all of which we are glad and thankful. But our chief Joy, Crown, Glory, and Honor is Jesus Christ, the Son of God and Savior, and His means of grace, the Gos- pel and the Sacraments. To Him be glory and dominion, ever, world without end. Amen. .rixty-three The Original Church Building 1314111011 Avellue-1891-1923 ml miter! Ewzfiwen In GMM! Ghwwh Founded February 18, 1891 Present House of Worship Dedivatc-d Easter Sunday, April 1, 1923 sixty-four REV. H. J. FISIIEK 1939- This church has the distinction of being the first church organized in Pitcairn more than 53 years ago. A. A. Simpson and P. A. Gard- ner, members of the Greensburg United Breth- ren church and having moved to this newly laid out town, requested their minister, Rev. J. M. Lesher, to start a mission church here. He made a few visits to Pitcairn and in com- pany with VV. R. Funk, ll. F. Shupe and G. VV. Sherrick selected the site February 18, 1891, on which the old church stands. Lots on Brinton Avenue were bought April 22, 1891 and the old United Brethren Church building at Scottdale was purchased and transferred to these lots and erected. The church was ded- icated September 13, 1891. The charter mem- bers of this church numbered eleven. The First Sunday School was organized July 12, with Dr. Morris Cameron as the first superinten- dent. One Sunday later, July 19, the Hrst Young Peoplc's Christian Endeavor Society was organized. Rev. J. M. Lesher was the first minister serving both as trustee and minister from Feb- ruary 18 until October 1. Rev. S. E. Cor- many was appointed minister to serve after October 1 and he served for a period of one year. In September, 1892, the Pitcairn church, along with the Vtfilmerding church, became a mission station. Rev. J. M. Lesher served this station from 1892 to 1894. At the annual con- ference, in September, 1894, Rev. W. H. Mingle was appointed to this charge and the charge became self-sustaining. Rev. G. W. Sherrick became the minister in 1895 and served acceptably until 1898 when T. P. Orner became pastor and his period of service ex- tended to 1903. In 1899 this church was de- tached from the 1Vilmerding church and was made a station known as the First United Brethren Church. ln 1903 Rev. T. W. Burgess became pastor and served as the spiritual leader for a period of two years. The church continued to grow under the leadership of R. Jamison from 1905-1908. At the annual conference in 1908, Rev. W. V. Barnhart was assigned to this church and served in a capable manner for a period of nine years. Many who are still living remem- ber the Band which he directed. During these years from its founding the church grew rap- idly and in time the need of larger and better equipment became evident and the church started a fund for a new building. In 1914 the lots 011 which the present church building and parsonage stands were purchased. The war interfered with building immediately and it was delayed for a time. From 1917 until 1919 Rev. C. G. White served as pastor and H. A. Buffington from 1919-1921. It was during the ministry of T. M. Sharp, whose service began in 1921, that the present church building was erected. Ground was broken in March, 1922, and the church was dedicated April 1, 1923. The builder, Frank Lesher, who was also a member of the church. died before the church was completely finish- ed. Rev. Sharp did not get to serve very long in this new church for he died March 14, 1924, less than a year after its dedication. Rev. E. G. Sawyer completed the remainder of the conference year as supply pastor. When the new church was occupied the original one on Brinton Avenue was sold to the Pentecostal people. They still own and use this church. Rev. W. S. Wilson was assigned to Pitcairn in September, 1924. His ministry was suc- cessful until he was needed to serve as con- ference superintendent of Allegheny Confer- ence in September, 1927. J. M. Feightner fol- lowed Rev. Wilson in 1927. In 1929 ill health compelled him to retire. He was followed by W. A. Wissinger who served for one year. Rev. H. G. Reese became the pastor in 1930 and during the most of his nine year's service had years of unemployment and depression. However, in spite of these difficulties his min- istry was marked by succegs. Harry J. Fisher, present minister, came in 1939. A Golden Jubilee celebration took place during the week of May 11 to 18, 1941. Bishop Grant D. Batdorf, bishop of the eastern area of The United Brethren Church, opened this week of celebration. The church building had been redecorated and renovated for this spe- cial celebration. Former ministers were the speakers during the week and the various church choirs of the city co-operated with spe- cial music. lvan Hunsberger, Pleasantville, Pa., and Miss Ica Miller, Gate City, Va., have entered active Christian service from this church. Harry Cooper, T. B. Williams, C. G. Deviney, and Z. A. Clayton are present trustee officers. .sixty-fifue Glunch Founded 1895 Early in 1893 a small group of consecrated, psalm-singing, earnest United Presbyterians, seeking to worship their God according to their consciences, deputized one of their num- ber, P. C. Metcalfe, to see the pastor of the United Presbyterian Church of Stewart 's Sta- tion for advice and help in accomplishing their desire. This led to the arranging of ser- vices in Pitcairn in a frame school house on Eighth Street, from which, after action of the Presbytery of Westmoreland, a mission was established. Members were received into the communion on the tenth day of December of that year. The work, under the direction of the Reverend A. D. McCarrell, then minister of the Stewart Station Qnow Traffordj congre- gation, flourished and grew. The nucleus of the membership was the following families: L. H. Walthour, W. W. Reed, O. Metcalfe, Mc- Featers, and Marshel Lentz, with others whose names are not recorded. While enjoying the ministrations of Mr. McCarrell, who had supervised the small as- sembly from the earliest inception, the men and women worshipers had great longings for a larger effectiveness in a regular house of God. Their earnestness and vision were rewarded and their high hopes attained when a comfort- able and useful frame building was, by their sacrifice, erected in the early spring of the year 1895. This house was dedicated on the 12th day of May, 1895. The Rev. J. D. Sands preached the opening sermon and the Rever- end A. C. Wallace, D.D., secretary of the Board of Church Extension, led in the prayer of dedication. After a week of services in- sixty-:ix cluding Saturday afternoon the first happy communion was held in the new edifice May 19, 1895 with 34 persons participating. Supplies for the pulpit were obtained from Allegheny Cnow the Pittsburgh-Zeniaj The- ological Seminary, North Side, Pittsburgh, Pa. Some of the names of these preachers have become very familiar in denominational affairs: Mackey, Marlin, Caulwell, McNary, Lattell, Barr, Lawrence and others. The Pres- bytery arranged for a provisional session to have oversight of the congregation-Scott of Braddock, A. C. Hervey of Turtle Creek, and A. H. Bell of Greensburg. The name of Elder VV. C. Nevin also appears on the record. In the summer of 1896 Thomas Pollack served as stated supply, and an eldership elec- tion about this time secured W. W. Reed and J. M. Graham, who were regularly installed. In 1897 W. L. McClenahan, under appoint- ment to Egypt as a foreign missionary, filled the pulpit very acceptably, and the congrega- tion has been greatly missionary ever since. For the winter and summer of 1898, G. I. Gor- don proclaimed the gospel for the budding church. The first regular pastor was the Rev- erend T. L. Jainison, who was called by the people in 1898 and assumed his duties on De- cember 20 of that year. Interest had been in- creasing and the accommodations not being adequate for the growing demands, it was de- cided to remodel the structure and make room for Bible School work. In 1899 the growing needs were met with suitable alterations and extensions. Very satisfactory work was done up to the year 1901 when a new venture was planned by the church for the building of a 744 620,41 adm parsonage to give greater comfort to the min- ister. A roomy and pleasant house was com- pleted in 1902 and occupied by the pastor's family. Around this date elders W. R. Mat- thews, E. N. Thomas, Elmer Dickey and John Scott were elected and installed. A notable ministry followed until Reverend Jamison re- ceived a call to Philadelphia, and so insistent did it become that reluctantly the congrega- tion acceeded to his request, and he was re- leased from the pastorate here on June 10, 1909. After hearing candidates until the aut- umn of the year, a call was presented to the Presbytery for Rev. T. D. Boone. A blessed relationship was sustained until the passing of Mr. Boone in 1914. The church deeply mourned the death of so able a servant of God and felt truly bereaved. lt had thrived and developed under the consecrated leadership of the under shepherd and a memorial window in the present church bears rich testimony to the love and esteem in which he was held. ln an election of elders, E. R. Keppell, O. Il. Metcalfe, and John ll. Akins were selected and gave good service. 'lt was deemed advis- able that an early settlement should be made for a pastor, and in 1915 the Reverend R. C. Sherrard was unanimously asked to fill the vaeaney made by Mr. Boone's deeease. Ile agreed and served loyally the interests of the Kingdom until an urgent call of his country carried him into the United States Army. VVith the growth of the influence and serv- ice of the congregation, plans were agreed upon to enlarge the grounds and put up a more substantial and convenient building. This was recognized as a real adventure of faith and determination. lt was thoughtfully considered and patiently and prayerfully planned. After due deliber- ations and careful estimating it was believed to be the will of God, and the drawings were placed before the people and heartily accepted. There was a willingness and a forward look which has abundantly been justified and ful- filled. ln March of 1916 the congregation elected a building committee to care for the necessary work incident to the erecting of an adequate, worthy and appealing sanctuary. This committee comprised George Craft, W. M. Mack, J. Klughart, W. R. Matthews, E. N. Thomas, G. R. Cashdollar, J. W. Agnew, W. L. Daugherty, M. M. Thompson, W. A. Mar- shall, C. P. Wliitehead, and L. S. Doutt. In May a building fund was started with John Cathcart as the treasurer and arrangements were made for a canvass of the members and for the necessary loans. Mr. VV. L. Daugherty was elected to sell the windows of the coming structure to anyone caring to purchase them as memorials or otherwise. The work so aus- ARTHUR LIONEL KENYON, D. D. Pastor piciously begun, rapidly bore full fruition, and a stately beautiful building was the re- sult. A very fine organ was installed after the congregation was canvassed as to what musical instrument was desired. The people eagerly anticipated the completion and the dedication of the house and to quote the minutes of June 4-, 1917 Looking forward with pleasure to the dedication of our new church, the session considered the change of psalters and decided to make the changefi An appropriate service was arranged and carried out on the morning of June 15, 1917. The Reverend W. T. Wishart preached the dedicatory sermon to a full house of members and friends. In the afternoon a brotherhood meeting was held, at which all the local pastors were present. The R-ev. Mr. lfindley of Turtle Creek, The Rev. Mr. Harkey of Logan 's Ferry, and The Rev. Mr. Marshall of Trafford, made brief congratulatory ad- dresses. The Sabbath closed with the message of The Rev. Mr. Ringland of Oklahoma City to a crowded house of earnest worshippers. The Reverend Doctor Sherrard, father of the pastor, attended all the meetings and of- fered the dedicatory prayer in the morning service. The session of the congregation was composed of R. C. Sherrard, Moderator, M. M. Thompson, M.D., Clerk, L. S. Doutt, G. R. Uashdollar, D. S. Loutsenhizer, W. R. Mat- thews. and M. B. Lentz. The trustees of the congregation were W. M. Mack, President, VV. A. Marshall, Clerk, J. F. Klughart, Financial Sec., A. B. Painter, Treasurer, M. G. Smith, Parsonage Custodian, George Craft, John Elliott, Frank Detman, and C. P. Whitehead. CCOntinued on page 701 sixty-.v e-ven 'ffaomq Wfenfi efndlian vqddnciafion l Original Committee of lVlanagem.en'c JACOB WVEIDMAN, Chairman J. B. HARMON, Recording Secretary DAVID DAVIS, Vice Chairman SHERARD BEATTY, General Secretary VV. C. HUNTER, Treasurer THOMAS W. BRISON DAVID YAW JACOB K. RUSSELL ROBERT A. ORR Until their death, J. Herbert Travis, Grant Singiser, VV. T. Huliok, and Benjamin F. W'ynn were members of the Committee of Management for many years. Others who have served as Chairman for the Board of Management were Jacob Weidman, Wm. W. McIntyre, J. Herbert Travis, John E. Sautter, and R. C. Rick. The work of the YMCA at Pitcairn dates from a cottage prayer meeting held in the home of Henry L. Young of Walurba on Jan- uary 8, 1892, and a Bible Class organized in the office of C. K. Whitmire, Shop Foreman. The enrollment of this class was as follows: Joseph F. Roberts, John H. Tedlie, Wm. G. Northwood, J. Herbert Travis, Elmer L. Miller, Edwin Miller, Allison Garman, John G. O,Neil, and Henry L. Young. In September, 1894, two passenger coaches which had been part of the funeral train of President Abraham Lincoln, Nos. 2733 and 2612, were fitted and put into service, with Harry L. Tedlie in charge as Assistant Secre- tary. Other coaches were added from time to time until an assembly of eight old passenger cars served the physical, mental and spiritual needs of men until 1932, when our work was moved into the building west of Pitcairn Sta- .fixty-eight tion. This building formerly was used by the operating department. Melvin W. Callender served as Executive Secretary from June 1, 1886 to December 31, 19225 Burton T. Stone, April 1, 1923 to May 31, 1933, LeVere H. Johnson, June 1, 1933 to March 1, 1943, and Howard W. Babcock from April 18, 1943 to date. Assistant or Branch Secretaries have been: Harry Tedlie, Emory B. Dunkle, G. Frank Warner, James A. Nesbitt, Blake A. Hoover, Edward R. Gobrecht, Ira G. Sanders, J. Wilbur Taylor, W. E. Bridge, H. F. E. O'Neil, E. E. Dellett, R. L. Grainger, J. M. Kerr, Joseph L. Miller, A. M. Duff, J. Y. Norris, D. N. Slep, Harold Welshons, H. B. Rhine, A. P. Moore, C. E. House, L. S. Stone, A. S. Blasy, W. A. Thomas, and VV. H. Martin. The program has been so abundant and of such variety during the past life of the asso- Committee of Management Today OFFICERS li. C. Riex, Clzairman A. L. PLE'r'rE, 3rd Vine Chairman P. Il. Colm, lst Vice C,l!ll.?'7'IHI'l'L J. S. FLEUK, 7'rcasnrer R. E. GRIEVE, 2nd Vice Chairman M. G. GABLE, Secretary C. A. Bair, W. R. Bennett, J. I . Churehey, .lnnies Conroy, F. M. Earnest, Geary EieQr, G. A. l :Lils, P. P. Ferraro, J. S. Fleck, M. G. Gable, P. ll. Goda, R. E. Grieve, D. E. Hite, T. Hughes, A. S. -lcnncy, Reverend Dr. A. L. Kenyon, P. V. Liehtenfels, VV. C. Livingston, L, E. Locke, P. R. Logue, W. H. Martin, H. M. Matthews, L. P. Miller, R. F. Morford, W. B. McGrady, W. J. McKinley, F. R. MeNary, A. L. Plette, J. W. Reed, R. C. Rick, K. L. Roberts, W. D. Sherrer, P. D. Smith, lt. H. Streieher, George Vvllllkillll, Jesse Yarnell, C. VVilson, S. Paul, ll. W. Babcock, lixeeutive Seeretaryg W. H. Martin, Acting BI'21ll0ll Secretary. ciation that only a few items can be mentioned in such a briel' account as this. Many prominent men wl1o later became world i'2llI10llS participated in this Christian enterprise. Perhaps the most renowned char- acter to receive a start at Pitcairn is Vtlilliam A. Billy Sunday, who conducted tent meet- ings here in 1897, shortly after beginning his ministry. The first religious Committee was composed of Herman J. Highberger, Samuel McCormick, Jacob Amcnt and David S. Lewis. Pitcairn YMCA is a Branch of the YMCA of Pittsburgh, and relationship with this asso- ciation has always been harmonious. Practical help and counsel have been received in many ways from this organization and at no time has there ever been an occasion tor feeling that the Pitcairn Branch has not been free i11 the management of its affairs. The railroad company, it's employees and the citizens of Pitcairn have always co-operated together maintaining a strong membership throughout the years. ln times of crises such these, why should the Young Men's Christian Association con- cern itself with beds and baths and the eternal sitting around ot railroad men? Because we must first see that men 's physical welfare is cared for if their morale is to be kept high. And also because it is part of the spirit that per- vades the program of the Association. In tl1e Railroad Young Men 's Christian Association, social, educational and cultural features are available. Men from every branch of service of the great North American Railroad sys- tems meet and enjoy the friendly atmosphere ol' Christian fellowship. Relaxation is an im- portant part of individual morale. Use the Railroad 'Y' membership as a means of re- laxing. The Young Men 's Christian Association we regard as being, in its essential genius, a world-wide fellowship of men and boys united by common loyalty to Jesus Christ for the purpose of developing Christian personality and building a Christian society. ln our com- munity the Association is providing valuable activity for every member of the family, for it is necessary that the morale of the whole .vixly-nine family be kept at the highest pitch in times such as these. A movement that outlives a generation dem- onstrates a vitality of its own. A movement that outlives three generations and stretches around the world demonstrates a vitality that belongs to the ages and to humanity. The Young Men's Christian Association has done this. In 1944 the Young Men 's Christian Asso- ciation has started its second century of serv- ice to God and Man. It has become a vital part of the life of man the world around. As Christianity has lifted the hearts, minds, and spirits of men, women and children around the world in the last 1,943 years, so in a smaller but thoroughly consistent manner, the YMCA has contributed to the lifting of the hearts, minds, and spirits of the young men of the world in the last 100 years. It serves in more than 60 countries through a total of 10,000 branches of which Pitcairn is one. By adding representatives from all employee organizations and also some new members from the town of Pitcairn the YMCA of Pit- cairn is attempting to build for the future and to go forward. In line with these progressive steps a greater service to Youth is being plan- ned. Besides Acting Secretary W. H. Martin and his assistant Bruce VVhite, the association also has three very competent volunteer lead- ers in Charles Bair, Supervisor of Schools, Rev. M. L. Schilling, and Charles Decker. The YMCA of Pitcairn looks forward. + The First United CContinued from page 675 Mr. W. R. Matthews was chairman of the congregatlm and Mrs. D. S. Loutsenhizer, secretary. While awaiting the completion of the new meeting place, the people worshipped in the Reed's Hall. Splendid and sacrificial contributions have been made to all the various activities of the denomination at large. Mis- sions at home and abroad, philanthropies and religious developments, and charities of every nature have been liberally supported. From humble and straightened beginnings the con- gregation has progressed until it is rendering truly effective service for Christ in this com- munity. The BIBLE SCHOOL has through the years played a conspicuous and vital part. Under the able superintendents, directed by the Spirit of God, it has given help and encourage- ment to all within its reach. The first leader was Miss Lizzie Graham, whose gentle influ- ence is still felt. Those coming after her were E. N. Thomas, A. B. Painter, J. A. Stoup, J. M. Graham, M. M. Thompson, W. R. Matthews, and Mrs. T. S. Hodder. The present incumbent is James P. Johnstone, with Mrs. Melrose Longacre supervising the Junior school. Mrs. Grace Kenyon is her assistant. Following Mr. Sherrard as pastor were R. L. Warnock, J. S. Dague, A. E. Curry, D.D., W. A. Chambers, D.D., and H. D. Finley, who had returned from teaching in Egypt. All :evenly Presbyterian Church most faithfully ministered to the needs of the congregation and earned the love and respect of all who knew them. The church as it now stands is truly Worthy of the traditions and service of the past. It is a well built and ap- pealing structure of special brick fronting on Third Street for 75 feet on the North Side, and extending back a depth on Highland Avenue, preserving throughout the same width, to an alley a distance of one hundred feet. The building is crowned with a large dome, which makes it distinctive and unusual in appear- ance. During the current pastorate a number of improvements have been made. The church has been renovated and repaired and cleared of all debts and encumbrances. The church has one student licensed for the gospel min- istry, Walter R. Kenyon. Mrs. William Nixon is in charge of all music. THE CHURCH ORGANIZATION Arthur Lionel Kenyon, D.D., Pastor The Session: A. L. Kenyon, Moderator, An- drew B. Painter, Clerk, Ward Mack, Sum- mers Brown, William Marshall, J. Loutsen- hizer, James P. Johnstone. Board of Trustees: James P. Johnstone, Chairman, Floyd Graham, Clerk, Charles Holt, Robert Schenk, Harold Biddle, Robert Houck, Joseph Lentz, Simon Kifer, Sam Langham. faefafn -- zazzan.fe.n.a.fae.,f1. First Row-Mrs. Diemi-rt, Mrs. M. G. Smith, Mrs. P. V. Liehtentels, Mrs. G. A. Buck, Mrs. G. A. Fails, Mrs. W. Maek, Mrs. T. Sanders, Mrs. R. Bowen, Mrs. C. C. White, Mrs. V. Vtlelshons, Mrs. M. VVertz, Mrs. S. Paul. Hack Row-Mrs. W. Mellowell, Mrs. Donaldson, Mrs. Feehrer, Mrs. G. Singiser, Mrs. ll. Wonders, Mrs. C. Clapp, Mrs. II. Martin, Mrs. C. Reese, Mrs. C. Decker, Mrs. Cook, Mrs. Reed. The first meeting of the Auxiliary was held in the Y building May 22, l935, for the purpose ot' organizing. Mrs. Jos. Steele was appointed chairman, Mrs. R. L. Roose was elected president and Mrs. Reese, vice presi- dent, and M1's. Frank Keeley, secretary. The purpose of the newly formed auxiliary was to try to help solve some of the problems confronting the young people, girls especially, today. 'I'hirty ladies interested in a project of this kind attended the first meeting, Classes were set up to interest the girls in sewing, knitting. dramatics, music, art, sports, etc. with com- petent teachers to teach and oversee their Work. No dues were assessed but money was earn- ed by giving dinners, plays, etc. The auxiliary purchased new rugs. and curtains, which added greatly to the appearance ofthe meeting room. Each year this group helps on the member- ship drive. Since 1936 they have donated new books yearly to the amount of twenty-five C2'li25.00D dollars to the Y library. These are all high type books and are available to all members. Each year at Christmas time, a white gift is brought and distributed where most needed. A convention of all the auxiliaries ot the state is held yearly and one or more delegates sent. In November 1940, the Auxiliary donated to the Community Chest Fund which was sponsored by the P.T.A. On January '16, 1942 the Ladies Auxiliary held their annual covered dish dinner to which the husbands are always invited. This meeting was held in the United Presbyterian Church and a Pitcairn Red Cross llnit was organized. The Silver Tea in May closes the season until September. Some very good speakers have been secured for these meetings. thereby making them interesting and inspiring. The Auxiliary at the present time has a membership ot' sixty, with Mrs. fl. A. Fails as presidentg Mrs. XVard Mack, vice-president g Mrs. George Buck, secretaryg and Mrs. Troy Sanders, treasurer. The Auxiliary invites all women interested in helping to make our town a better place in which to live to attend any of the meetings held the third Friday of each month in the YH building at 2 P.M. sefufnty-orle 7Uaman'4.e 7 Wnian Organized August 15, 1922 President, MRS. J. IDDINGS LAUFFER Cor. Seciy., MRS. HERBERT M. JOHNSTON Vice-Pres., MRS. J. RHYS ROBERTS Rec. Sec'y., MRS. LAVVRENCE A. STAHL Treasurer, MRS. HARRY J. FISHER The purpose of the VVoman's Christian Temperance Union is to unite the Christian women of the United States for the education of public sentiment to the standard of total abstinence from the use of all alcoholic liquors, to train the young in habits of sobriety and total abstinence, to secure the abolition of the traffic in alcohol liquors, to promote good citizenship, peace and the general welfare. The VVoman's Christian Temperance Union of Pitcairn was organized in the Methodist Episcopal Church on August 15, 1922. At this meeting the following women joined as Char- ter Members: Mesdames Cutshall, Byers. Bog- ner, Beam, Dague, Huff, Hunter, Pearl Jones, J. F. Musser, Blair Musser, Harry Miller, Jennie Miller, McCabe, B. F. Smith, Flo Smith and Olive Shenefelt. The union has always felt that the bills passed in Congress relating to social welfare were of great importance to our community, so quite often letters are written and petitions sent to Washington concerning tl1e laws which are before Congress. In the very early history of the Union, the Women favored the legislative bills which stood for clean movies, and they are still working for the same purpose. It has always been interested in community projects and has contributed to the Hose Co. Ambulance Fund, the Playground, etc. Dur- ing the depression baskets were given to the needy at Christmas Time. From the beginning of the Union, literature has been furnished and distributed to differ- ent doctor 's offices, the Y.M.C.A., beauty parlors, and churches. At the present time, the Union has placed its official magazine, The Union Signal , in several offices. A large Sign stating the ill of the use of liquor upon the driver was hung beside the sefventy-tlwo Pitcairn-Trafford Highway several years ago. In 1933 a Loyal Temperance Legion was organized by Mrs. John Stewart. This proved to be quite interesting and instructive to the children, but Mrs. Stewart's leaving town, there was no leader until the present time and a new group will be organized in the near future. In 1939 a very interesting and instruc- tive exhibit showing the effects of alcohol on the human body in comparison with other ob- jects was placed in VVood's Drug Store Dis- play XVindow. This was later loaned to the Unions in several valley towns for their use. In September 1943 a local option was held in Pitcairn, being sponsored by the Ministerial Association and the W.C.T.U. Our Young People have ever been one of the chief interests of the Union, so it has placed several books in both the High School and Grade School Libraries. Four pictures of Frances E. VVillard, founder of the W.C.T.ll., have been hung in the different school build- ings. A number of poster contests have been held and cash prizes given to the winners. Several years ago, Mr. Ewing Potter of Bucyrus, Ohio, gave a very instructive talk to the High School Students and Dr. Regina Bartley of Pittsburgh has also addressed this group. Our National W.C.T.U. owns four very interesting moving picture films and seve1'al of these has been shown to the student body. In 1940 a committee was appointed to call upon Council and the Y.M.C.A. to arrange for an ice skating rink for our young people of town, but we were not permitted to carry it through. At the present time, the Union is very much interested in having a recreational center for the young people and are working to that end. Gmc, Smal, afzwbdanal 0 . L . I ll-1511 af ' ' Pa4l.256,14 ' Z' Front Row-James Hanlon, Orville Fike, T-T. C. Flick, Jr., Roy E. Smith, VValtcr Hysong, Orville Grimm, R. M. Bowen, Loney Kiehl, Lester Locke, Geo. Abell, Irven Baltzerson, Gilbert Litzinger. Second Row-Marshal VVarner, John McGinnis, Chas. Henry, E. A. Johnson, Ralph Wilson, Curtis Shenefelt, Ed Clinton, Paul Rupp. Third Row-Philip Litzinger, John French, Willis Jordan, Earl Summers, Jerry Tartline, Frank Quear, Henry Guy, Geo. Lang, Wm. McAllister. Fourth Row-William Pierce, Harry Wallace, Collins Reffner, Geo. Litzinger, Wm. Lee, Vincenzo Lamherti, Norman Swope, Jay Zimmerman, J. Lloyd Grimm, Wm. Pearce. .sefventy-four Jlfbrlafuf The American Legion cherishes four great principles: Justice, Freedom, Democracy. and Loyalty. Its pledge is service to the disabled, the distressed, the widowed, and the orphaned. The cause of service to the community, state, and nation is zealously guarded and the oppor- tunity to serve is offered to all its members. To promote programs for the safeguarding of lives in our cities and towns, to interest our- selves actively in our public schools and their needs, to inspire the youth of our country to play the game of life honestly and uprightly and to serve with their comrades in endeavors to promote the better welfare of their com- munity. Pitcairn Post No. 256 was organized and chartered March 14, 1928. The first meeting was held in the High School under the super- vision of Geo. Westinghouse Post No. 230 of Wilmerding, Pa. The American Legion School Award has been made annually in the public schools. Seventeen girls and seventeen boys have re- ceived these honors. They were elected by their classmates as the outstanding leaders in honor, courage, scholarship, leadership, and service, independent of outside influence. The post history records the following mem- bers as having served as commanders for the 16 years that the post has been organized: 1928-29, W. M. Hysong, 1930, W. G. Hoehl, 1931, G. H. Smith, 1932, E. R. Clinton, 1933, P C. Rupp, 1934, W. G. McCurdyg 1935, C. E. Henry, 1936 C. R. Graham, 1937, G. L. Abell, 1938, R. A. Emigh, 1939, J. C. Graf- fiusg 1940, P. P. Litzinger, 1941, I. Baltzer- song 1942, E. A. Johnson, 1943, L. E. Locke, 1944, A. O. Grimm. The membership has rang- ed from 54 to 150 with a present membership of 107. The community service program of the post includes the organizing and sponsoring of the Boy Scout Troops since 1928. Over 100 boys with scout training are now serving their coun- try in its Armed Forces. Other activities in- clude the distribution of Christmas toys and candy, the town Christmas tree, the Parents and Teachers Association, the Junior baseball team, Essay contests, Sons of Legionnaires Squadron, and the perpetuation of the Memor- ial Day and Armistice Day Programs. A war time service has been the erection and manning of an airplane spotting tower as part of the Army Air Warning Service which utilized 80 observers. The temporary Honor Roll tablet was erect- ed and serviced by the Post. The dedication was held Armistice Day, November 11, 1942. There are now 750 names on the tablet with 4 gold stars. The first meeting for the organization of the Permanent Tablet Association was called at the request of the American Legion. The first 3 years the Post held meetings in the F.O.E. Hall. In 1931 the Gun Club was rented for a permanent home. This building was purchased in 1937 and has served as legion headquarters until the present date. .fefventy-fifue 14 ' .feqian fqaaulfi First Row-Mrs. Hilda. Berkey, Mrs. Elda Thomas, Mrs. Geraldine Baltzerson, Mrs. Elizabeth Tate Mrs. Marv Reffner. Second Blow-Mrs. Anna Keel, Mrs. Virginia Middlckauf, Mrs. Mildred Henry, Mrs. Marie George, Mrs. linima Evans. Third Row-Mrs. Charlotte Lang, Mrs. Ellen Litzinger, Mrs. Jane Gibson, Mrs. Aleatha Litz- inger, Mrs. Lila Moon, Mrs. Bessie McGinley Miller. Charter Members Mrs. Ruth Rush, Mrs. Mildred Henry, Mrs. Vivien Emeigh, Mrs. Hazel Hysong, Miss Martha lVeight, Mrs. Margaret Smith, Mrs. Violet Hendershot, Mrs. Lila Moon, Mrs. Aleatha Litzinger, Mrs. Ida Schrock, Mrs. Edna Graffius. Past Presidents Mrs. Margaret Smith 1933, Mrs. Lila Moon 1934-6, Mrs. Hilda Berkey 1937, Mrs. Elda Thomas 1938-9, Mrs. Aleatha Litzinger 1940, Mrs. Mildred Henry 1941-2, Mrs. Elda Thomas 1943. First Officers Pres., Mrs. Margaret Smith Sec'y., Mrs. Mildred Henry Treas., Mrs, Ruth Rush Hist., Mrs. Vivien Enieigh Chap., Mrs. Violet Hendershot Sgt. of Arms, Mrs. Hazel Hysong Present Officers Pres., Mrs. Geraldine Baltzerson lst Vice, Mrs. Minola Bakeru 2nd Vice, Mrs. Virginia Middlekauf Sealy., Mrs. Elda Thomas Treas., Mrs. Anna Russell Chap., Mrs. Ellen Litzinger Hist., Mrs. Mary Reffner Sgt. of Arms, Mrs. Irene Rhodes PREAMBLE To the Constitution of the American Legion Auxiliary For God and Country We associate our- selves for the following purposes: To uphold and defend The Constitution of the United States of America, To maintain law and order g To foster and perpetuate a one hundred per cent Americanism, To preserve the mem- ories and incidents of our association during the Great Wars, To inculcate a sense of indi- srreniy-si.v vidual obligation to the community, state, and nation, To combat the autocracy of both the classes and the massesg To make right the master of mightg To promote peace and good will on earth, To safeguard and transmit to posterity the principles of Justice, Freedom, and Democracy, To participate in and con- tribute to the accomplishment of the aims and purposes of The American Legiong To con- secrate and sanctify our association by our devotion to mutual helpfulness. Whose glory that the eunse was won? She clirl most who gave her son . The American Legion Auxiliary, Unit of Pitcairn Post No. 256 was organized June, 1933, in the Legion Home. The purposes of this organization are rehabilitation of dis- abled veterans, child welfare activities, edu- cational aid for orphans of veterans, serving the local community, relief activities in time of disaster, and supporting adequate national defense. Our unit sponsored the First Aid class in Pitcairn. Jan. 1942 and at present are sponsor- ing the Pub Scout Pack No. 51 of Pitcairn. Each year we have the Christmas card col- lection through the schools and community. These cards are sent to the veterans at Aspin- zvall Hospital for their personal use. 1Ve are affiliated with the Allegheny County Council of Pennsylvania. 1Ve are a member of the international organization known as Fidac. Fidac is the convenient abbreviation of Federation lnteralliees des Anciens Combat- tants, and it is the organization of veteransl associations of the Allied countries in the 1Vorld War. The Fidac is represented in the United States only by the American, Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary. No other asso- ciation in the United States may be accepted for membership in the Fidac without the ap- proval of the Legion. Every member of the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary automatically is a member of Fidac, and annual dues for each member of the Legion and Auxiliary are paid to Fidac by the National Organization of these bodies. The achievements of Fidac and the work which it is carrying forward are: Definitely contributed toward permanent world peace. Assisted greatly in calming French public opinion during' the Franco-American debt discussions in 1929. Holds its annual congresses in each Allied member country in turn, thus bringing forci- bly before the Wcirlcl the fact that these vet- erans of the Allied nations stand united in the cause of peace, adequate national defense, in- dividual nationalism, and mutual helpfulness. Has assisted thousands of ex-service men, their widows and orphans, to obtain pensions through providing evidence, located missing relatives and graves. As part of our auxiliary program we as- sume the responsibility of contributing to the Clubmobile Unit which is at present time moving along with the line of invasion in Italy, bringing to our men and women, boys and girls, possibly the only personal contact and source of attention that they shall be privileged to enjoy for some time to come. This Unit necessitates an expenditure of S2100 a month. Cost of operation of this Clubmobile for one year is the gift of the American Legion Auxiliary, Department of Pennsylvania. By our endorsement and acceptance of this pro- ject, we became the first organization in the United States to assume such a 1'esponsibility. The Clubmobile Unit is named Pennsylvania. The poppy program is carried out each year for the benefit of the disabled veterans. The poppies are made by the disabled veterans in veterans hospitals. This is the only means of their making any money for themselves. The me11 in the hospitals look forward to re- ceiving poppy orders eagerly. They welcome the opportunity to keep their minds and hands occupied and earning a little money for the necessities and comforts not supplied by the hospitals. May is poppy month on the Auxil- iary calendar. 1Ve often sing to the moon and stars, To the golden sun and long blue bars of Heaven 's light so kindly lent To our boys-when their life was spent. VVhy not sing to the Poppy red? To the flower that blooms where lay our dead, Grow- ing, blooming, shy and meek. iiWl1Ql1 the drummer beats his last tattoo. There may be just a very few Vllho remember the Poppy and the boyish soul VVhose name appears on the exalted scroll, Still let us sing to the Poppy red, To the flower that blooms where lay our dead. We also contribute to Scotland School, which is a school for orphans of veterans and children of disabled veterans. The children are clothed, fed, and taught a trade of their own choosing. The following amendment was approved by the recent American Legion Convention and will, therefore, automatically become the eligi- bility clause of the American Legion Auxil- iary: Membership in the American Legion Auxiliary shall be limited to the mothers, wives, daughters, and sisters of all men and women who were in the armed forces of the United States between April 6, 1917 and November 11, 1918, or between December 7, 1941 and the date of the cessation of hostili- ties as fixed by the United States Government, all dates inclusive, or who, being citizens of the United States at the time of the entry therein, served on active duty in the armed forces of any of the Governments associated with the United States during either of said Worlfl VVars, a11d died in line of duty or after honorable discharge, and to those women who of their own right are eligible to'membership in the American Legion Auxiliary. .S'e'UBIIly'J8 U67l Uaflw .Ike Kadima Sim CORINTH CHAPTER No. 229 Constituted March 16, 1917 Je enty-eight Wufrflzy Matron Worthy Patron IRENE F. HUSTON FRED GORE mamaa zfaazaaaeaaa aaa ite? Wm PITCAIRN CASTLE No. 203 In the year 1871 in the city of Reading under tl1e guidance of John O. Matthews, an order known as the Ancient Order, Knights of the Mystic Chain was organized, founded on the truths as taught in the Bible and that men might be banded together in a brotherhood to aid each other in the various avocations of life and to teach the good and wholesome lessons given to us in Cliristian Teachings. This organization grew and on January 23, 1897, Pitcairn Castle was organized in Reed 's lIall, Broadway, Pitcairn. This Castle was made up of fifteen of our local men, none of whom are with us now, and their struggles for the first few years are a legend with the local organiza- tion today, but as time went by this group grew strong in numbers and in finances. The peak of membership was reached in the 1920 's but the men who had so soundly built a. foundation for this local organization realized during tl1e 1930,s that their buildings were going to carry us through tl1e lean years and today, while we are not celebrating a fiftieth anni- versary, we stand as one of the organizations that came into being after the incorporating of Pit- cairn and has been active ever since. Some of our local members have held offices i11 the Select Castle of Pennsylvania with James T. Markle serving as State Select Castle Treasurer from 1913 to 1922 and Fred H. Cota being Select Castle Secretary during the same period. Later John O. Reese of Pitcairn Castle reached the office of Select Commander of the State of Pennsylvania but was called by the Great Commander before the expiration of his term. C. W. Martin was elected Select Treasurer in September 1938 and retains that office to this time. Pitcairn Castle has met every Tuesday since the instituting of this local organization and has always been proud of the fact that her members were active in local affairs and interested in the community welfare. , We are also glad to be able to participate in this, the Golden Anniversary of the Founding of Pitcairn and feel that we have a part in the building and progress of the community. fb 4 ,af llfaami PITCAIRN ASSEMBLY No. 63 This organization, an auxiliary of the Ancient Order, Knights of the Mystic Chain, has not shared many of the years of Pitcairn 's hisliory and their own history is brief, but promising. Organized in Reed's Hall, Broadway, April 29, 1940 their acts have not become known by many of this town. The Assembly was organized by Wilkinsbnrg Assembly and on the evening of its institu- tion was presented with a charter by the Gran 1 Secretary of the State of Pennsylvania. During these, the years of decline for organizations of this nature, this group has grown numerically and financially and their teachings will be felt in the community as time goes on, for they are founded on and inspired by the truths as set forth by the Holy Bible and hope to build until they are an influence in our community. .ve-'venly-nine fighty 744 B GM of Pham First ROW-ROV. M. L. A. Svliilling, A. Templeton, H. A. Thomas, V. R. King, T. D. Boyd, C, E, Henry. Sovond ROW-N. U. Swopv, H. V. St2lllff0l', J. H. Zilllll1Q1IIl2lH, G. E. Lang, L. E. Locke, P. J. flush, H. E. Peer. Third ROW-C. P. Lf-gov, L. C. I IO1'y, M, Kg xV2!l'lll'I', E. J. McAn:my, A. O. Grinml, E. E. Nulvy, J. A. Lentz. Officers P1-esiclent, H. A. THOMAS Secretary, H. E. PEER Vive Prcszfdevzt, T. D. BOYD Treasurer, H. HOLZSHU Board of Directors C. E. HENRY, H. E. PEER, M. K. XVARNER, N. C. HOFFBIAN, L. A. MIGNOGNA The town offering no common grounds for the people of the borough to gather in the evening after working hours to promote a mutual feeling of brotherhood, a better mental attitude, a place for physical development and higher morals, the origin of the organization was felt necessary. To overcome this, eight of the young men of the town met in the High School at the invitation of H. A. Thomas and L. A. Mig- nogna in September, 1943, and set up tenta- tive plans for the formation of this organiza- tion. As the result of this meeting temporary officers were elected. These men, H. A. Thomas as President, C. R. King as Secretary, and L. A. Mignogna were instructed to write a constitution and by-laws to govern the organization. On October Sth, 1943 the constitution and by-laws were read and approved. The second and fourth Fridays of each month were de- cided as meeting nights. A motion was made and passed that all temporary officers be made permanent officers for the year 1944. On October 21, 1943 Harry Holzshu was nominated and elected treasurer. Nomination for the board of directors was opened and H. E. Peer, M. K. Warner, C. E. Henry, N. C. Hoffman, and L. A. Mignogna were elected. A motion was made and passed that the club be know as The Boosters Club of Pitcairn. The object of the club shall be to promote brotherhood, mental, physical and moral well- being of the community. The club hopes by its scope of activities to be a great stimulus in bringing the people of the town to a better understanding of the needs of our young people and different organ- izations so that we can work together, always striving to attain higher ideals. The club solicits your membership so that we can build up a large organization with the welfare of the community at heart. The Boosters Club proudly await this Fif- tieth Anniversary and hopes that greater progress and prosperity are in store for our home town. Members of the Boosters Club: H. A. Thomas, C. R. King, T. D. Boyd, H. Holzshu, C. E. Henry, L. A. Mignogna, H. E. Peer, M. K. Warner, N. C. Hoffman, E. J. McAnany, M. S. Peer, J. Bellis, W. J. Pritts, W. G. Hoehl, Rev. M. L. A. Schilling, H. E. Biddle, N. C. Swope, T. W. Holzshu, L. C. McGraw, Jr., H. V. Stauffer, J. J. Holzshu, J. A. Lentz, R. V. Walker, P. J. Cush, W. A. McMunn, H. Gipson, H. M. Mathews, L. Mason, T. A. Africa, L. E. Locke, J. VV. Africa, C. C. Robert, Sr., R. E. Hollibaugh, G. E. Lang, J. C. Knox, K. I. Shaffer, M. S. Adams, C. W. Wanner, E. E. Naley, E. E. Bard, A. O. Grimm, T. Burns, K. D. Salyards, D. J. McMunn, S. A. Templeton, G. T. Whiteman, L. C. Flory, F. M. Martin, C. P. Leger, J. H. Zimmerman, M. D. Salyards, P. V. Lichten- fels, Wm. Skiles, Dr. J. S. Lichtenfels, J. C. Fritchman, C. A. Mattern, M. A. Cook, S. H. Williamson, S. C. Williamson, H. Gerhart, C. J. Diemert, G. D. Graham, E. R. Boyd, D. S. Loutsenhizer, C. E. Henry, Jr., R. E. Wilson, W. J. Goodlin. eighty-one K . 4 emu, etgeelel PITCAIRN AERIE No. 1430 Instituted June 15, 1906 Incorporated April 21, 1908 The Leading Fraternal Organization of the Turtle Creek Valley eighty-tfwo Aerie Officers for 1943-44 Past Worthy President Worthy President ............ Worthy Vice President Worthy Chaplain ........ Worthy Secretary ..,..... Worthy Treasurer ........ .......THoMAs H. JONES .....,....TALLEY HUGHES ........VICTOR C. BUTCH ..........WALTER ZAMOSKY ........JOHN E. MATSON C. GIVLER Worthy Conductor ....... ............ W M. A. HEAPS Worthy Inside Guard ...... .....,.............. ....................... C A RL H. BISCHOFF Worthy Outside Guard ...................................................,.............. ALBERT T. MILLER Worthy Trustees .....,..........,....... XVM. R. GORMAN, R. J. IQRAPE, PAUL A. HOWARD The Fraternal Order of Eagles was organ- ized and incorporated in Seattle, Washington, May 13th, 1898 by a few men who, thrown together in adverse circumstances, had come to realize all too keenly the great need of standing by each other for mutual aid and protection. Since then it has grown until it now numbers over 2,200 Aeries which are located in every leading city and town of the country, in far off Manilla, Alaska, the Hawa- iian Islands, and other remote corners of the earth where the fraternity flourishes and dispenses the warmth of its charity, brotherly love, and human kindness. Today it numbers more than 800,000 of the best, most loyal, and noblest citizens of the United States. The Fraternal Order of Eagles is not only new among fraternal orders, but it is new in many other ways. Having broken away from many established precedents, it practically stands alone in the roster of social, secret, and fra- ternal organizations. It rests upon a founda- tion on whose corner-stone is inscribed For the Uplifting of Mankind -not of the select few, but of all, regardless of occupation, re- ligion or politics, so long as he is a man with a heart and soul worthy of its efforts. It only asks that he be upright and honorable in all his dealings with himself and his fellow men. Broad as the world is its sympathy-bound less as the ocean is its love for its brothers. To the order in the United States the Eagles has a peculiar significance. It is the emblem that typifies national freedom and patriotism. Our colors-the Red, White and Blue-are the national colors, but its principles are of so universal a character that as time rolls on they will burst the barriers of imaginary boundary lines and its philosophy will sweep the earth, overmastering obstacles, until its banner with the Eagle inscribed upon it shall float over every nation. Pitcairn Aerie No. 1430, Fraternal Order of Eagles was organized in the Borough of Pitcairn through the untiring efforts of Thomas ll. Jones, who during the months of April, May, and the first two weeks of June, 1906 gave his undivided attention to the selec- tion of the various people on whom the honor of being an Eagle was to be conferred. Having completed his list of charter members, which numbered 181, the night of June 15th was selected as the day for the institution of the Aerie. That evening at 7:30 o'clock the 181 candidates wended their way to Hoehl's Hall on the corner of Wall Avenue and'Broadway, where they were instructed by Jesse Heidrick. State Deputy Grand President, in the objects and aims of the order, after which tl1e cere- mony of obligation took place. The obligation was conferred by the Degree Team of East Pittsburgh Aerie. The officers for the ensuing year were then selected as follows: Past Worthy President, Thomas H. Jones Worthy President, Thomas A. Barr Worthy Vive President, Wm. J. McClowry Worthy Chaplain, H. V. Stauffer Worthy Secretary, Jacob Smith Worthy Treasurer, Michael Mack Worthy Conductor, Thomas J. Collins Worthy Inside Guard, Sam Smeltzer V Worthy Outside Guard, L. C. Toohill Worthy Trustees, Fred C. Low, Thomas Dugan and E. F. Lewis Our first social quarters were opened on the third floor of the McKee Building, 542 Broad- way. These quarters were used until February 1907 when we ton account of increased mem- bership and the need of more roomj moved to the Walters' Building at 376 Broadway. XVe remained there until our new Club Building located at 316-318 Broadway was completed in 1914. Our building was at that time and still is one of the outstanding Social Clubs in Western Pennsylvania. We now have a mem- bership of 1,100 members and have paid to sick members the sum of 370,912.00 in sick benefits and 823,400 has been paid in funeral benefits for those that have passed to the Grand Aerie beyond. We have on the rolls at this time 172 mem- bers who have been members for more than 20 years. Of the 181 charter members the follow- ing 26 have been in continuous good standing: N. M. Coughnour, I. P. Davis, Wm. J. Donovan, Harry M. Goho, Wm. Harmon, Reese- Hughes, Thomas H. Jones, Homer B. Jae, E. F. Lewis, Fred C. Low, W. P. Lohr, John E. Matson, George L. Miller, Wm. M. McNally, James M. Pennebaker, B. F. Rubright, Ira A. St. Clair, James M. Slick, John R. Smith, Thomas J. Smith, H. V. Stauffer, George J. Stromer, Lawrence C. Toohill, M. T. Tyson, A. S. Warner, George T. Wallace. eighty-three Wfulluaf E ' ' Founded 1915 J. A. Mlgnogna, L. A. Mignogna, S. Moffa, A. Antinmrino, R. Gallo P. Marlo C. Cima P. Cush . B. DcLutis, D. Miguggna, W. lgcrra, H. liflignognai Locatedv ,829 Elghth Streetv OH foundation of R. x7lUl1lllY'ibH1't0, A. Mignogna, and J. Divirgelio. P1tCa1I'I1,S F1I'St SC11001 House Officers President ..........,, ...... N ICK MIGNOGNA Vice President ,..... .......,............ M ICHAEL CIMA Secretary ...,..... ........ A NTHONY ANTIMARINO Treasznvr ...... ................,. A A. J. DEBONE Trustees PETE JENNWAY J. A. MIGNOGNA L. A. MIGNOGNA eighty-four game .mf ' '7!w.L'alie1' adwlmk z',444a , I , E E , ' L, I ,... 'W' First: Row-L. George, M. Inman, f'. 'l'1'1ll11Ol', H. Berkey, M. MeMullen, M. Hoehl. Second Row-M. George, R. Edwards, M. Bei-key, A. Geary, ll. Loughry. Third li-ow-M. R. 1fl'lWllllC ll, D. l ll'ZSlllllll0llS, L. Geiger, M. Litziuger. Past Presidents MAY UIIARK IIII.DA BERKEY MARY DAILY NlARGAltl'I'l' IIOICIIII HELEN TRATNOR CATHERINE 'FRAINOR l'nr.w1'rImIt, llIlIlJA BERKEY lst Vit-0, l.oRE'r'rA GEORGE 2IulV1'f-c, NIARY llI'rzINGER lim-rn'dm', lllAliGARE'l' IIOEIIII 7 Miuzzzwifzl SGCQU., BTARTIIA llICllIULLEN TI'1'rlslm'1:r, MARY TNMAN lllurslzall, ROSE M. GEORGE Guru-d, BIAKGARET SWORD Trustees r ' Y ' 4' ' I 4 4 N'IRouwIA AAXDLII MARY KVM MCMULLEN MADLIJINE BERKEY 4 IENEVIEVI-1 llleNE1I.I. JULIA HOWARD Finance Committee MARIE G IGORGIC ANNA IIAYES 'l'ho Ladies' Catholic Benevolent Association, a fraternal org:IIIiz:Ition of Fatholie WUIIICII, liaving i!l'1IlllflN'N in various eities Zlllfl towns tllI'Ullgll0llf the United States, was organized :It 'l'itusI'ille, Pa., April fx, Issue. 'l'he organization was formed to unite into :I fraternal sisterhood Vatholie women of good Inoral 1'll3I,l'Ilf'tl'I' Illlll iII good physieal health for the purpose of elevating tllttlll lll0I'1llly, lll0llttlll,V, and soeiallyg of l'llll1'2l,l.lllg' them iII piety, integrity Zlllll frugalityg and of teaching tlIeIn to Illlltllillly :Iid and assist one another. Besides heiug :I fI'llt0l'lltll organization, the Ladies' Uatholie Benevolent Assoeiation serves as a Inediuin of seeurity. Provisions have been Iuade that upon the death of llN'llIlN'Y'H, ln-III-fits, Vtlllglllg' from rl-S250 to rl4l,lI4lU, may he paid to their families. 'l'he National lIeadqu:Irters are loeuted at Erie, Pa. 'Phe offieial 1'lllllll'lll is :I cross, an :Inehor and :I heart, wlIiI'II represent the Divine Virtues of inilltll, llope and Charity. The official organ of the association is 'tThe i Hll:l'I'llZll LI-:Ider printed monthly :It Oak Park, Illinois. 'l'his paper eontains reports from National ROSE EDWARDS Headquarters and news and reports from the various hranehes. 'l'he Ladies' Catholic Benevolent Association now has a. Juvenile BeIIefiI'i:II'y Department. Children from one to sixteen ye:Irs of age, next hirtliday, lllily be insured in this d0plll'lllll'llf. Juvenile insurance expires :It the age of sixteen. 'l'lIe girls may then transfer to the :IdIIlt dep:IrtnIent. The loerll lmraueh, St. MielI:1el's Braiieh 794, was organized :It I'ltl'2lll'll, June 2, l902, This hraneli has at present a. Inenihership of fifty-four adults and fourteen juveniles. Meetings 2ll'l' held the first 'l'hurs- day of eaeh month ill St. Mirhael 's Church ll:Ill. The Reverend Leo A. MeCrory is the Spiritual Adviser. Only two eharter Inenibers of Braneli 794 are still living. They are Miss Bridget llaly of l'itearin and Mrs. Louise Shew of Wall, Pa. 'l'llI'L'L' families are represented hy three gl'1l0l'21fl0llS in this llI'1l1lK'll, Mrs. Mary Kintz, her daughter Mrs. Loretta George, her gI'3Illll'd2lllgllt0l' Rose Marie Georgeg Mrs. llilda Berkey, her dIl,l1g'lltO1' Mrs. Virginia. Zaydel, her grand- daughter .laequeline Zayclelg and Mrs. Margaret Behe, her 4lZlllg'llt0I' Mrs. Martha MeMullen and her three g'l'2llld-d1lllgllt01'S Mary Rita, Jeanne and Eileen Me- Mullen. eighty-fifur eighty-.fix Kiwanift Glad First ROR'-'him-s. W. M. Smith, Pianist, VV. M. Smith, J. Grnffius, XV. L. Dzulgherty, J. R. Roherts, Presiclentg C. Clzipp, ll. Martin, R. VVilsO1I, C. Bair. SI-eoud Row-Y. I.ivl1te1Ifcls, B. Skiles, W. Martin, See., O. Reuflorf, ll. Matthews, J. HuStOn, A. Svott, D. lhilxfllllll, G. Fails. 'l'hird ROW-J. Reed, Vive Presideutg R. Walker, E. Lung, J. MvGiI1nis, H. Ruheouk, J. Hughes J. Snyder, J. Lebovitz, W. Kane, 'l'. Russel. Absent-J. Allen, H. Biddle, YV. llluvk, C. Leger, W. McDowell, C. Yothers, J. Lloyd Criuuu, A. Moore-U. S. Army. 7 lff 1 ,,ffQwA1v,3X l' 4' x l l Vi. l x Y' 1 gf 167' NA,,,f PITCAIRN KIVVANIS CLUB PERSONNEL President ..,.,..,.,... ....... R Ev. J. RHYS ROBERTS Vice President .... . .,..........,........,., J. D. REED Vice Presirleizf ..,, ,,..., E DWARD K. LANG Secretary .,...........,.,., ..... C . YVILBUR MARTIN Financial Secretary ..,., .....,,..... H AROLD BIDDLE Treasurer ...................,.....,.,.. ,...,.. . TOSEPII S. HUGHES Immediate Past President ..... ...,. ............................. R EV. CARL H. CLAPP Directors .....,,.E.,Y....,..,..t,.,.,.....,,.,.,........,............., OTT W. BENDORF, IIAROLD BIDDLE, XVILLIAM E. IQANE, DR. F. V. LICIITENFELS, XVARD M. DTACK, VV. H. NIARTIN, XVILLIAM SIIILES ROSS V. XVALKER RIALPH E. XVILSON. 7 3 Past Presidents ............,.,.,. C. E. IIILD, M. D. SALYARDS, DR. F. V. LICHTENFELS, REV. J. H. COLCLOUGII, J. VV. FEEIIRER, J. II. GRIMM, G. A. FAILS, PAUL MUELIJER, C. B. XYOTHERS, J. C. lVff'GrINN1S, J. N. HOUSTON, VVARD MACK, W'TI.I.IAIxI M. SMITH. 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Scene from Musicale 'Songs of United States Wars eighty-.ve-ven Original Officers l'1'0.v1'rImzf ....iiAi,.ii......,.............,..... MISS AGNES ALLISON Vivo Prcsiclmn' .... .w,iii B IISS FLORENCE IQOHLER S01-rcfnry .7,...., .,..,......... IX IISS BESSIE RUGII Trcnsurcr ,... ..,..,... 1X TISS ANNA BIOREORD Edifor ....i.....i,..i,iiii ,....., A AIRS. J. R. iHl'DOVVELL Assoviafe ,EfI7.f07' .........., MRS. B. F. XVYNN W ezghty-eight MRS. MRS. MRS. MRS. MRS. MRS. MRS. MISS MRS. MRS. MRS. MRS. H. VV. BAECOOK C. A. BAIR W. N. BARN1 IAR'l' BIAYME BLACK LYDA BOONE F. B. CRAIG C. A. DECKICR E. DEGKER R. M. ELLIOTT G. A. FAILS H. FRITCHMAN R. FRITOIIMAN ROSTER MRS. MRS. MRS. MRS. MRS. MISS MRS. MRS. MRS. MRS. MRS. MRS. J. B. HOFFBIAN ELLEN IQANE BIAUDE IQECK J. L. LAUFFER P. V. LIGIITENEELS LOUISE MONTGOMERY R. E. BKIORFORD J. R. ROBERTS G. SINGISER VVM. M. SMITH DELLA TIIIBROOK M. XVONDERS Honorary, MRS. BELLE LOUTSENIIIZER The Ladies' Reading Circle was organized in the early spring of 1906 by nine young ladies who felt the need of a social circle of a literary nature. These young ladies were Misses Agnes Allison, Jane Espy, Bessie Rugh, Jane Dougherty, Margaret Stephens, Olive Kistler, Belle Allen, Anna Morford, and Florence Kohler. These young ladies felt they would be bene- fitted in many ways by having matrons as members of the Circle, so each girl invited a married friend to join. Those who were in this list were Mrs. J. R. McDowell, Mrs. B. F. Wynn, Mrs. O. M. Tilbrook, Mrs. T. L. Jamei- son, Mrs ll. A. Fritchman, Mrs. C. M. Zeth, Mrs. J. B. Hoffman, Mrs. Grant Singiser, and Mrs. Stewart. As this was the only organization of its kind in the town, it was highly appreciated by the members and each one put forth an effort to do everything that was expected of her. The purpose of the group has been, and is. mutual improvement and progress. By our first constitution, our membership was limited to thirty, but twenty-eight has been tl1e high- est number on our roster. Our membership changes continually. Many of our number have been removed by death, many others have moved to other places. Those who have moved away are always happy to come back and meet with us when they have an opportunity. An item in the Pitcairn Express, June 1906, tells about our first banquet which was held at Trafford lnn. A delicious dinner was served to about sixty persons. After the dinner, a fine program of music, toasts, etc. was en- joyed by all. This banquet concluded the first season of the club. ln the winter of 1929 we held a reunion and a banquet with a program at the new Penn Lincoln Hotel in VVilkinsburg. Seventeen of those who had formerly been members, and had moved away, returned for this meeting. Others sent greetings. The dinner was served at six o'clock and was an elaborate affair. After the reunion program, a social hour was enjoyed by the fifty ladies who were present. Each year we have at least one meeting with a special program, such as a Cantata, Drama, Operetta, or guest speaker, to which each member brings her husband or other guest. This meeting consists of a banquet followed by the program and a social time. Our other guest meetings are the picnics in May or June and our corn roasts in the late summer. NVe have given aid in civic movements and have helped in different Red Cross and YVar Bond drives. Our thirty-fifth anniversary meeting was held at The Maples in East McKeesport, April 30, 1942, with nineteen members and ten guests present at the luncheon. An interesting feature of the program was the paper H Yester- day and Today of Our Club. This called forth many memories from the former mem- bers as well as from those still on the roster. After this we were entertained by a pluylet given by a cast of high school girls under the direction of Anna Betty Pringle. Some of our educational programs have in- cluded trips to the Special Art Exhibits at the Carnegie Galleries, to the Alleg'heny Observatory, The Buhl Planetarium, Phipps Conservatory, The Cathedral of Learning, The Stephen Foster Memorial, Bushy Run Battlefield, alld the Ceremonial House on that site. At most of these places we were given spe- cially conducted tours and lectures. VVe also visited KDKA Broadcasting rooms in the Grant Building. Then too we heard a book review by Dr. Freehoff after which we were entertained at the College Club for luncheon by three of our members. Many of our meetings have been honored by guest speakers, some of whom with the aid of moving pictures and lectures gave us a broader knowledge of the habits and customs of the people and the scenic beauty of foreign lands as well as our own country. Others gave interesting lectures on topics such as Out- standing Men of Our Times , Youth and Crime , A Study of the Laws of Our State . A Discourse on Ethics , and a talk on Mothers of the Bible . These with a number of fine book reviews were very interesting con- tributions to our club programs. eighty-nine P -Gal' Glu! First Row-Mrs. Virginia Middlekauf, Mrs. Alma Shrader, Miss Helen Saunders, Mrs. Geral- dine Baltzerson, James Streiner, Dr. C. B. Penrod, Mrs. Dorothy Heaton, Miss Ethel Decker. Second Row-Mrs. Beatrice Lichtenfels, Mrs. Mary Leathers, Miss Zarilda McGough, Mrs. Lucy Clayton, Mrs. Mildred Ruby, Mrs. Mary Ersik, M1's. Roth, Mrs. S. M. Neill, Mrs. Gladys Pcnrod. Third Row-Mrs. Mary lieclcy, Mrs. Cleo Streincr, VValter Tllompson, Mrs. H. W. Babcock, ll. W. Babcock, Paul Ersik, Mrs. Gertrude Mclndoe, Miss lillfll Saunders, Mrs. lilda ThO1n:1s. Fourth How-Dr. .T. S. Lim-htenfels, Frank Keeley, James llanlin, Paul Mueller, Charles Decker, Preston Devinney, Irvin Baltzerson, .l'. R. Snodgrass, D. R. Borst, E. R. Clinton. U. S. Armed Forces-James Irwin, VVilliam Cornelius, Paul Fisher. Officers 1943 -44 President ........ .............,.......,.........,...... . TAMES STREINER V. Presiclent ..... ........ li Ins, GERALDINE BALTZERSON Se1'reta1'y ....... .............. I Kiss HELEN SAUNDERS Trezrsurer ..... ....,,..,......,....... P AUL BURK .A11Iv1'se1' .,...... ...... I JR. C. B. PENROD I21structm's ..... ....................,..,.,,.. I RVIN BAIiTZERSON JAMES STREINER, E. R. CLINTON After the completion of an Advance First In June, 1942. the group met and organized Aid Class of the Civilian Defense Program. the Penny-Cot Club in recognition of the ef- the members of the class organized a First Aid fort of their instructor, Dr. C. B. Penrod. Club. The 1942 Officers were President, FRANK TTEELEY V. President, Mas. L. H. JOHNSON Secretary, Mizs. L. P. JAE The aim of the club is to have apwell trained organization that can function quickly and efficiently in any emergency in our commun- ity. Since that time, the club has had regular monthly meetings, working first-aid problems and practicing various kinds of first-aid band' aging. The meetings have been made more in- teresting by lectures, motion pictures, demon- ninety Treasurer, Mas. BEATRICE TJICIITENFELS Aflvzlser, DE. C. B. PENROD Instructors, IRVIN BALTZERSON, JAMES STREINER, E. R. CLINTON strations, and social gatherings. The first meetings were held at the Pitcairn Y.M.C.A.. later at the home of Dr. Penrod. The membership now consists of 67 mem- bers. New members are always welcome. Any person over eighteen C185 years of age, having completed the Advance First Aid Course and having a desire to keep practicing is eligible for membership. cf A rf L President ...... Vice Pres., RUTH YOTIIERS Past Pres., ANNA SIIAFFER Secretary, EDITH MURRAY Treasurer, llflYR'I'LE Hov Coll., RUTH KIFER Chap., EDNA KIFER Warden, MYRTLE NEELEY Delegate, MYRTLE N EELEY ,...,.......IfATIIARINE NEILL Alt. Del., MARGARET BICCLENAHAN Cond., LULU SMYERS Outer Guard, MARGARET NEWIIOUSE Inner Guard, EFFIE ANGSTADT Chr. Trustees, MARGARET MCCLENAIIAN 2nd Trustee, LULU SMYERS 3rd Trustee, HILDA BERKEY Musician, CAPITOLA ROTH Flag Bearer, IIILDA BERKEY The grand Lodge of the Society was organized in Tucson, Arizona, April, 1884. Its purpose being to render assistance and encour- agement to members and families of locomotive fire- men and enginemen. Extending the hand of charity, helping each other in time of need, and elevating our social and intellect- ual standing are the aims of the organization. It is also the aim of the society to cultivate a spirit of harmony, to promote sociability, and to draw into friendly and affectionate relationship the lady mem- bers of the families of the Brotherhood. Hence our motto: Frienzlslitp and Charity. Our subordinate lodge which is called United Sis- ters No. 360 was organized in Pitcairn, January 20, 1914, by the following members: Edna Altemus, Anna Shaffer. Emma Arkright, Mary Belle Cunningham, Elizabeth Frazier, Mary Fisher, Margaret Gibson, Mary Holden, Millie Hunter, Fern Long, Anna Rice, Anna Shearsmith, Nora Underwood, and Jennie Wood- ring. Anna Shaffer was the first president. The society is an International Benevolent organi- zation. An International Convention of all subordinate lodges in United States and Canada is convened in the same city and the same time as the Brotherhood meets which is every four years, unless war prevents. The meetings of our lodge in Pitcairn are held once every month on the fourth Tuesday evening at 7:30 l'.M. in the Odd Fellows Hall. The business meet- ing is usually followed by some social diversion. ln the past year we purchased two service flags and presented one to the Brothers. We had a ceremony when we dedicated our flag and urged all members to attend and honor her son in the service by placing a star on the flag. Our delegate, Mary Belle Cunningham, who repre- sented us at the last convention, presented us with a beautiful American flag when she returned. In the past year the subordinate lodges with the Grand Lodge purchased and equipped completely an ambulance and presented it to the Allies for war use overseas. We also purchased a club-mobile fully equip- ped and also presented that to the Allies. We often receive worthy requests for donations which we cheerfully grant. The delegates of the Brotherhood of the last Con- vention which convened in Denver, Colorado had as one of their guest speakers, Secretary of Labor, Frances Perkins, who complimented the.1n on their patience of settling all disputes with reason and thought. The ladies were invited to attend. Those eligible to join the society must qualify as follows: Be of good moral character, over 16 years of age and shall be the mother, wife, sister, daughter, granddaughter, step sister, step daughter, step mother, or half sister of a member i11 good standing in the Brotherhood or a widow, sister, daughter, or mother of a member of the Brotherhood who was in good standing at the time of his death, also the daughter or a member of the Ladies Society who is in good stand- ing or the daughter of a deceased member who was in good standing at the date of her death. Applications for membership of foster daughters shall he referred to the Grand President. All applicants of fifty years must join as social members and are eligible to all privileges of the order except the insurance. They are liable to all dues except the insurance dues. Union, State and District meetings are called dur- ing peace times for the study of the Constitution and By-Laws and for the explanation of secret work. The insurance Premiums are the very lowest of all insurancet being 10c per hundred dollars payable at death. We now have a membership in our local order of sixty-five members. Thev are as follows: Anna Addler, Edna Altemus, Olive Bennett, Lydia Bierer, Margaret Blair, Lydia Brendlinger, Lucille Bower, Matilda Carson, Emily Chieka, Alma Crowel, Anna M. Crawford, Mary Belle Cunningham, Elizabeth Detriek, Elizabeth Frazier, Sara Fullerton, Mvrtle Hay, Rebecca Himes, Marie Johnson, Anna Kennedy, Nellie Lemon, Emma March- and, Martha Mensch, Helen Merriman, Margaret Murray, Marie McDowell, Nellie M1-Ginnis, Teressa Neuner, Rhoda Nemitz, Grace Newill, Erma Paul, Sara Peck, Anna Rice, Martha Richardson, Blanche Richey. Elsie Sapp, Ida Simmons, Kathryn Smith, Mildred Swank, Leonora Tripp, Lydia Turney, Nora Under- wood, Mary Underwood. Helen Walthour, Rebecca Williams, Clara Wigton, Daisy White, Susan Young. ninety-one 1 THE ALLEGRO MANDOLIN SEXTET 1923 At the li111e of tl1e first overseas radio broadcast which they played ove KDKA on April 17th, 1923. r Radio Station Front Row-Alec J. Stright, Flora K. Lic-htcnfels, Adolph 13. Fox. f 1 P V Lilhtenfels Director, Paul A. VVible and Edward Back Row-Charles M. llllll orc, ervy . ' 1 , P. Green. Assisting Artists were - lva C. Keefer, Reader, YVilliain G. Kottinan, Lyric Tenor, and Flora K. Lichtenfels, Piano. 7he14Zle9fwl1'f ' Savile! The Allegro Mandolin Sextet was organized in 1911 with the following eharter members: Percy V. Lichtenfels, Director and First Mandolin, George R. Gilliand, First Mandolin: Charles M. Dun- ford, Second Mandolin, Edward P. Green, Viola! Mandolag Adolph B. Fox, Mando-Cello, and William llesketh, Harp Guitar. 'I'his organization of well schooled niusinrians, by careful study, cooperation and by using the finest instruinents obtainable, endeavored to bring the fret- ted instrunients at their best, before the public. For years they appeared on lyucum courses, church, 'Y.M.C.A., lodge entertainments, concerts and banquets throughout VVestern Penna., playing to large and appreciative audiences. With the advent of Radio, The Allegro Mandolin Sextet was with Radio Station KDKA when it first began its ope1'ations, playing from tl1e top of the K Building i11 East l'ittsl1111'gl1. On March 8th, 1923 part of their program was heard in England, but on April 17th, 1923 Henry Field of Baggrave Hall, Leicestersliire, England picked 11p the entire program presented by the Sextet at KDKA, this being the first radio program or concert acknowledged from Europe. Mr. Lloyd E. Longaere, Piteairnls brilliant Five rzizzfly-two String Banjo Soloist, was featured over Radio Station KDKA with the Sextet in regular, commercial and dinner prograins. A very large volurie of fan mail was received from all over this continent and overseas. Mr. Lichtenfels, organizer and director of this orchestra, st11died with prominent American artists and was a pupil of the eminent Italian virtuoso, Signor Gregorio Sealzo. Press and Personal Mention KDKA in tl1e Pittsburgh Post, .Tune 7th, 1923: On April 17th, tl1e Allegro Mandolin Sextet present- ed a. program at Station KDKA which was picked up by llenry Field, at Baggrave Hall, Leicestershire, England. KDKA in the Pittsburgh Post Radio Broadcasting News, May 16th, 1923: 'fOn April 17th, KDKA was heard tlirougliout an entire program in Leicestershire, England. KDKA in tl1e Pittsburgh Sun, Jan. 8th, 1924: Hlfladio fans who listen to K'DKA's program tonight will hear the musical organization which was the first to bc heard in tl1e English tests with KDKA. This organization which had such a far reaching effect on ra.dio is tl1e Allegro Mandolin Sextet, conducted by Peruy V. Liclitcnfelsf' 71:4 Nllelpa amlalin Sade! . . mm fa of '7aJa4,-1944 l ront Row-Flora K. lliehten- fels, Pianog Alee J. Stright, Guitarg George A. 'l'ress, First Mandoling I'erey V. Liehtenfels, llireetor and First Mandoling Will- iam Lober, Nando-Cellog and Michael Ruffini, Mando-Bass. Bark liow-Lloyd li. Longaere, Five String tregularj Banjo Solo- istg Robert W. llarshberger, See- ond Mandolin: and Paul A. Wible, Viola Mandela. l'ittsburgh Press, Speeial radio seetion on KDKA 's 21st, birthday, Ort. Sloth, l94l: Mandolin Sextet real pioneers. 'l'he Allegro Mandolin Sextet was asso- eiated with KDKA sinee the beginning of broadeast- ing. On April l7th, 1923 their entire program was heard by llenry Field, of liaggrave llall, Leieester- shire, England, marking a new epoeh in radio history. Mr. Field 's letter, enumerating the numbers played, was framed and hung in the K'D KA studio for years. Many thanks for your wonderful playing last night. No finer musie has eome over the radio. ln the two years that l have been listening in, none seemed so enjoyable as your coneert. -Erie ll. Palmer, Direetor, 'l'he Port of New York Authority. The Allegro Mandolin Sextet is splendid in its instrumentation and is eomposed of a group who are eonstantly endeavoring to advanee the interests of the mandolin orehestra by playing the finest mandolin orehestra publieations, foreign and Ameriean, on the finest instruments. 'l'hey play with exeellent style and expression, and in the work of the Sextet, the various voiees of the instruments of the mandolin family are always heard. From our knowledge of the previous work of the organization, we eonsider it one of the most alive in tho eountry. ll. li. Odell, Author, Uomposer, Con- ductor, Publisher, and eminent authority on fretted instruments and musie, in 'l'he Crescendo , fretted instrument magazine, Boston, Mass. H KDKA-I have played a mandolin and conducted a. mandolin orehestra for about 33 years. I have heard many mandolin orehestras over the radio-but none play as well as the Allegro Mandolin Sextetf'-Roy Bartel, Warsaw, Indiana. Shirley Spaulding, Victor Artist, writes KDKA regarding Mr. Lloyd E. Longaere, Five String Hanfo Soloist: Mr, I,ongaere's solos were fine and your picking very clean, whieh is always a very fine ae- eomplishment for a banjo soloistf' 'l'he Allegro lVlandolin Sextet inspires a preaeh- ment. One of the best known ensembles in the fre ted instrument field is the Allegro Mandolin Hextet. Any- thing that eould be said here about Mr. Liehtenfels and his players would be more or less in the nature of told stuff'. The Allegro players have appeared in publie so often and also in so many radio eoneerts, that about the nieest thing that eau be said of them is that they played up to their best form, and were, as always, enthusiastic-ally reeeived, Men like Mr. Liehtentels and his players, not to mention his ae- eompanist Qwho isnlt a lllilllp deserve all the support that can be given by the fretted instrument fratern- ity. lt is sueh organizations as the Sextet that are making known to the publie the true beauties of n1a11- dolin and guitar musie.'l .lam-obs Orchestra Monthly and the Cadenza-One of the best known musieal magazines in Ameriea. lt is the general eonsensus of opinion that the Allegro Mandolin Sextet gives the best eoneerts that we are privileged to broadcast. M. A. Haneoek, Supervisor of Programs, KDKA. Mr. George A. 'l'1-ess, eminent mandolinist, has been a, member of the Sextet for the past 12 years. Former members of the Allegro Mandolin Sextet: Paul R. Edelman, Banjoist, lilando-Cellist and ar- ranger: Hasen Abdall, brilliant Albanian mandolin- istg P. J. O'Bryan, Lloyd Arthur, and Thomas Nametska. Four members of the Sextet at the time of the first overseas radio broadcast are still with the organi- zation. The m'.1'hesfra that is 17ifferenf Members of the Ameriean Guild Banjoists, Mando- linists and Guitarists. ninety-tlzrre Bama! 7aacle Front Row-W. L. Daugherty, James Torino, E. K. Lang, H. A. Scott, Ralph E. Wilson, Harry Matthews. Second Row-Bill Skiles, G. C. King, Jos. N. Huston, Edgar Root, M. D. Salyards, T. A. Russell. Back Row--Paul Mueller, John C. McGinnis, Jos. S. Hughes, Jake Lebovitz, M. P. Flemming. Officers President-E. K. LANG Directors-F. Vive President-JOSEPH S. HlJGHES MACK, T. A. Secretary-Treasurer-BILL SKILES VVILSON. Members A. Sz P. Tea Co. Bauman's Grocery Brinley's Grocery Broadway Clothing Store Cobetto's Confeotionary DeBone's Grocery Daugherty Funeral Home Flemming 85 Co. Grimm 's Drug Store Golick's Garage Pitcairn Branch First National Bank of Vtlilmerding Hysong Motor Co. Hunt's Dairy Store Hilltop Dairy Store D. A. Johns ninety-four King 's Dairy Store Kairy Tailor Shop Kifer Real Estate Kroger Grocery Keystone Garage Ward M. Mack E. K. Lang Lang's Service Station Marshall 's Market MattheW's Agency McGara's Mease and Kuhn Mueller Bros. G. C. Murphy Co. Mike Myslluviec Ries the Tailor Root 's Market H. STRAITIFF, YVARD M. RUSSELL and RALPH E. Ruthea Shoppe Russell 's Funeral Home Salyard's Hardware Ben Sanders State Auto Store F. H. Straitiff Stalling's Bakery Tartline's Market The Observer Torino's Market Valley Thrift Corp. Ralph E. VVilson Wood Pharmacy Wooletas Confectionary John C. McGinnis Joseph N. 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Dodson SC'C'0ll1l Row-P. . A101 0 li, 4. . ' W, Officers President .....,,..... ....... .....,. G . XVHITEMAN Vice P7'CSI.d6'I'lf ...,.. ...... D R. J. ZUGSMITII Seah .-Trrv1.v. ,,.... ...... R . BEARINGER J ninrty-six On January 6, 1940, a small group of men met in the office of Dr. J. L. Zugsmith on Broadway to discuss the possibility of organ- izing a coin club in Pitcairn. Two visitors from the VW-stern Pennsylvania Numismatic Society, the Rev. Dr. Paul McBride Gillis and Earl Coatsworth, spoke briefly on the value of a coin club to the collector. Dr. Gillis ex- hibited several rare lVashington medals and Mr. Coatsworth displayed a few rare United States proof coins. The Pitcairn Coin and Medal Club was for- mally organized on Lincoln's birthday, Feb- ruary 12, 1940, with the following as charter members: George Abell, Allen S. Dodson, Rev. Dr. Paul McBride Gillis, Allen Orville Grimm, Frank VV. Keeley, Percy V. Lichtenfels, New- ton Miller, Frank E. New, Earnest Shephard, Thomas B. VVilliams, and Dr. Joseph ll. Zug- smith. The following officers were elected: George Abell, president, Dr. J. L. Zugsmith, vice president, and Thomas B. NVilliams, sec- retary and treasurer. A constitution was adopted at the June, 1940, meeting. During the last four years other members have been added to the society: R. VV. Bearinger, George VVhiteman, XVilIiam M. Smith, Kenneth Mcln- tosh, Kenneth Hoyer, A. VV. Kimball and Miss Margaret Keller. Mr. Frank New, a charter member, died in 1941. Mr. McIntosh and Mr. Hoyer are at present in the service of their country. The club became a member of the American Numismatic Association in May, 1941. Na- tional Coin Week is observed each year by placing displays in show windows of mer- chants and in speaking before civic organ- izations. The object of the Pitcairn Coin and Medal Club is to encourage and promote the science of numismatics by the acquirement and study of coins, paper money, medals and medallions, to cultivate fraternal relations among collec- tors and to encourage and assist new collec- tors. The story of money goes back to the begin- ning of civilization. There was a time when there were no coins and the system of barter was used. Certain tribes had a surplus of worldly goods and conceived the idea of ex- changing these things for something they lack- ed and the idea of bartering originated. Money is the creature of geography. No man would walk down Broadway, Pitcairn, today with a goat under his arm and use that goat to buy a pair of shoes nor would he pay for a hair cut with an animal skin, yet there are many backward people today who still prefer barter to cash deals. In Timbukto the goat is still legal tender and in Southern California old clothes and jam are still preferred to dol- lars. Bartering is still found in lands that are badly ruled, for the people have learned that a goat is a goat, but the money of a rebel chief may drop to zero. The habit of haggling over prices in European countries has come down to us from the days of bartering. Visitors to the club will see Spanish pieces of eight, the world 's first dollar or Joachim- thaler, Widow's Mites, tribute coins of the Bible, Siege coins, Roman coi11s, Chinese Bridge money, English Maundy money, and many other interesting specimens of money used during the last twenty-five hundred years. A survey of the membership reveals many different numismatic interests, Dr. Zugsmith, Early U. S., Mr. Abell, Uncirculated and Proof U. S., Mr. Dodson, Paper Money, Dr. Gillis, Medals and Medallions, and Odd and Curious coins, Mr. Bearinger, Silver U. S., Mr. Wliiteman, general, Mr. Grimm, Half Dollars, Mr. Williams, Odd and Curious, and general, Mr. Lichtenfels, Early U. S. and Proofs, Mr. Miller, U. S. Cents, Mr. Smith, Mexican and U. S., Mr. McIntosh, Bible coins, Mr. Hoyer, Odd and Curious, Mr. Keeley, general, Miss Keller, general. fzilzrly-Jmfen ' ' ml1faf!!aeRecf0aa44 l l First Row-Mrs. Penrod, Mrs. Shiffler, Mrs. Streiner, Miss Waldron, Mrs. Reese, Mrs. Reed, K M .M llc . Mrs. Decker, Second Row-Mrs Roberts. Third Row-Mrs. Mrs. eelcy, rs .ue r . Spork, Mrs. Craft, Mrs. Welshons, Mrs. McClenahan, Mrs. McAnany, Mrs. McElroy, Mrs. Pearce, Mrs. Knhns, Mrs. Kren, Mrs. Dewalt, Mrs. Stahl, Mrs. Johnston. Fourth Row-Mrs. Toohill, Mrs. Collins, Mrs. Kline, Mrs. Kifer, Mrs. Moon, Mrs. Carson, Mrs. Wilson, Miss Fifth RowfMrs. Creery, Mrs. Sixth Row-Mrs. Spork. Salyarcls, Mrs. Snec, Mrs. Lichtenfels, Mrs. Adams, Mrs. Biddle, Mrs. Mc- Matthews. Dobson, Mrs. Lebovitz, Mrs. Waldron, Mrs. Kaus, Miss Huston, Mrs. Huey, Mrs. Gibson, Miss Kuhns. On January 16, 1942, at a covered dish din- ner of the Ladies' Auxiliary to the Pitcairn Y.M.C.A., held in the United Presbyterian Church, a Red Cross Unit for Pitcairn was discussed with Wm. B. Rhodes as temporary chairman. Miss Casey, a representative from the Pittsburgh Red Cross chapter, was present and described some of the work which could be done here, showing us samples of finished work of other units. Four persons were elect- ed as leaders, who organized themselves into officers as follows: Mrs. Myrtle Reese, pres- ident, Mrs. Charles Decker, vice president, Mrs. Gail Shiffler, secretary, and Mrs. Gladys Penrod, treasurer. The president appointed the following com- mittee chairman: Sewing, Mrs. C. A. Reed, Knitting, Mrs. Mary Keeley, First Aid, Mrs. C. A. Decker, Home Nursing, Mrs. Gail Shif- fler, Nutrition, 'Mrs. L. H. Johnson, Blood Bank, Mrs. Annie Brickel. The Sewing Unit of the Production Depart- ment of the Pitcairn Red Cross Unit opened its work room August 12, 1942, in the parlors 'of the Methodist Church. Up to date 1,500 ninety-eight articles have been completed, including men 's, women 's, children's and infant 's clothing, hospital needs, gift bags and nurses aids' uni- forms and caps. Every article came ready cut from Red Cross headquarters, Pittsburgh, with full instructions for completing the gar- ments. The women have made and donated 135 wool patch quilts from new and used Ina- terials. There is an attendance of fifteen per- sons each Wednesday, working from 10 a. rn. till 4 p. m. Twelve sewing machines have been loaned by Pitcairn women to the sewing unit for the duration of the war. The knitters began their activities August 13, 1942 in the Methodist Church parlors. During the seventeen months of work, the unit has completed 56 watch caps, 47 turtle neck sweaters, 127 pairs of gloves, 37 army muf- tlers, 89 helmets, 6 navy mufflers, which repre- sent 5,264 knitting hours. At present there are 59 names on the roll of this unit. Because we were concerned with the health of our community and the care of the sick in case an emergency should arise in this locality at a time when nurses and doctors were over- worked and few in number, we began to plan to meet such needs. The work of organizing began. This was at first sponsored by the King's Daughters Classl' of the United Presbyterian Church and an initial meeting of all graduate nurses in Pitcairn was called to plan for the instructing of the Home Nur- sing Classes. Croups were later organized under the auspices of the newly formed Pit- cairn Red Cross llnit with about 300 persons registering to study the course. The follow- ing graduate nurses instructed the several classes: Mrs. Helen Schirek, Mrs. Gladys Pen- rod, Mrs. Ruth Matthews, Mrs. Mae Dean Backus, and Mrs. Hazel Roth. These were assisted by Mrs. lienore Adams and Mrs. Margaret llagar, who cared for the young children while their parents attended classes. At the completion of the course an exhibition of very useful hand-made articles necessary in sick rooms was held. Certificates of award were received from the Pittsburgh Chapter of the Red Cross by all who passed the final examination required in the course. Mrs. Charlotte Mueller is now in charge of tl1e Home Nursing committee and will organize new classes if the necessity arises. ln March, 1942, the First Aid Class of the Pitcairn American Red Cross was organized. Classes were held in the High School Auditor- ium and halls with Dr. C. R. Penrod as in- structor. The complete standard course re- quired two hours, one night a week for a pe- riod of ten weeks. Three large standard classes and four advanced classes have com- pleted the required course. Mrs. Wm. F. Jae, Jr., is now the First Aid chairman. The Red Cross Nutrition Class, with Mrs. IieVere Johnson as its chairman, and Mary Waldron as teacher, had its first meeting on September 9, 1942. The main objective of the course was to acquaint its members with basic facts about food needs, food values, and the newer principles of food preparation. In ad- dition there was a discussion of the relation of food to physical and mental efficiency, stamina, strength, nervous condition, courage and moral. Thirty-seven certificates were is- sued by the R-ed Cross. Four women who com- pleted the nutrition course took the canteen work at the East Pittsburgh lVestinghouse cafeteria, helping and observing actual mass feeding: Those who completed this work we1'e Mrs. Sara. lVonders, Mrs. Eva Magill, Mrs. Cleo Streiner and Mrs. tlail Shiffler. The Disaster C'onunittee organized in March, 1943, with the following chairmen: Shelter Mrs. C A. Decker, Food, Mrs. Cleo Strein- er, Clothing, Mrs. T. A. Russell, Headquar- ters, Russellls Funeral Home. v The sub committee on shelter began its work in March, 1943, with Mrs. C. A. Decker as director and Mrs. H. M. Johnston, Mrs. XVn1. A. Pearce, Mrs. R. J. XVilson and Mrs. J. H. Kifer as district chairmen. This com- mittee is responsible for refugee shelter and all activities relating to those shelters. They shall obtain housing facilities for disaster suf- ferers unable to provide shelter through their own resources, provide cots, blankets and other necessities for refugee centers. Pitcairn has been canvassed and housing has been found in public buildings for approximately six hundred and twenty-five persons, and in private homes seven hundred and fifty per- sons. ln connection with the Disaster Committee the Canteen Mass Feeding Committee was set up in April, 1943, with Mrs. Cleo Streiner appointed captain. Four feeding centers were made available, if needed: United Presbyter- ltlll Church, Mrs. Gail Shifflerg Presbyterian Church, Mrs. Hazel Crowlg Catholic Church, Mrs. John Toohill, Reformed Church, Mrs. Leah McAnany. Mrs. Houck, Mrs. Baltzerson and Mrs. Thomas of the Clothing Committee have ar- ranged to have sufficient clothing sent to the Russell Funeral Home in case of need. Mrs. Annie Brickel, chairman of the Blood Rank and her committee, Mesdames Snee, Pearce, Booher, Seibert, Johnson, Toothman, Wilson, Zimmerman, Africa, Kuhn, Kiefer and Edwards, made a house-to-house canvass for blood donors. There were a. large number who gave a pint of blood. Mrs. Vtlm. Pearce of Wall Avenue has given seven times and waiting for her eighth appointment, Mr. Merle Fry has given six times, and Mr. N. Crumbling five times. The Red Cross Unit of Pitcairn will c011- tinue to carry on as long as the need for such work continues. Red Cross in World War 1 ninety-nine 7Uamen'4 GM First Row-Mrs. June Yothers, Mrs. Vesta Piper, Mrs. Anmndzr Selruetz, Mrs. Clara Weight, Mrs. Lois Jewell, Mrs. Louetta, Wilson, Miss Helen Dobson, Mrs. Geraldine Bnltzorson. Sovond Row-Miss Edith Elliott, Mrs. Dorothea VVilson, Mrs. Alum Shrnder, Mrs. Mary lirsilt, Mrs. Martha VVeigl1t, Mrs. Elizabeth Golick, Mrs. Virginia, Miclfllekmlf. 'l'l1i1'd Row-Mrs. Grace Roberts, Mrs. Margaret lone Svilvert, Mrs. Mary lrozltlrcrs, Mrs. Mary Fails, M1's. Audrey Mick, Mrs. Dorothy Boolror, Mrs. Mabel McCauley. Right Inset-Mrs. Beulah Laufferg Left Inset-Mrs. Golflie Galore. Absent-Mrs. Helen Adams, Mrs. Marie Cain, Mrs. Evelyn Heaps, Mrs. Lena Hursll, Mrs. Ilan Kois, Mrs. Nell Kuster, Mrs. Dorothy Painter, Mrs. Mary Roof, Mrs. Varuglrn Ship, Mrs. Hilda Simpson, Mrs. Doris Stewart, Mrs. Ellen Williamson. Officers President ........... ......... ll IRS. CLARA WVEIGHT Vice President ,........ ....... ll Ins. AMANDA Sononrz Rez-ording Sevrefary ........ ..... M Rs. LOUETTA W'u.soN Corresponcling Secretary ...... ..... M Iss IIELEN DOBSON Treasurer ........ ..... ....... M R s. Lois JEWELL one hundred The origin of the Pitcairn Women's Club dates back to September, 1935. At that time under the direction of the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Y.M.C.A. this club was organized for the purpose of furnishing educational and recreational opportunities for young women of Pitcairn. Mrs. Beulah Lauffer, of the Auxiliary. called the organizational meeting which was held at the Y.M.C.A. The club was then known as the Young VVomen's Club. The follow- ing women composed the charter members of the organization: Mrs. Beulah Lauffer, Mrs. Mary Fails, Mrs. Goldie Mae Galore, Mrs. Clara Weight, Mrs. Dorothea Wilson, Mrs. Ilouetta VVilson and Miss Elsie Thurn. VVith the exception of one, all these women are members of the club at the present time. During the first few months the club stud- ied interesting topics of the day, while the early business of organization, such as mak- ing a constitution, by-laws and the first Year Book, progressed. By January of that Club year the first Year Book was completed and presented to the club, with nineteen new mem- bers enrolled. The first officers to serve were as follows: president, Mrs. Beulah Lauffer, vice president, Miss Helen Dobson, recording secretary, Mrs. Goldie Mae Galore, corre- sponding seeretary, Mrs. Louetta Wilson, treasurer, Mrs. Clara Weight. At first, two meetings a month were held in the Y.M.C.A. meeting room. Later they were held in the lligh School and still later in Building Une, but for the past five years the meetings have been held in the basement of the Baptist Church and limited to one a month, held the second Monday of the month from September through June. In 1939 the name of the organization was changed to the Pitcairn VVomen's Club, in order to include women of all ages who might wish to become members. The programs during the years have been such as apply to women and their problems. Appearing on these programs have been dress designers, attorneys, jewelers, interior decora- tors, vision experts, motor police, historians, Boy Scouts and professional and amateur speakers. The club has been interested in Red Cross work done for the Veterans at Aspinwall Hos- pital. This work included the making of am- bulance robes and the sending of socks and cards at Christmas. Over three hundred cards were sent for their use this year. The organization has been called upon fre- quently for workers to help solicit for charit- able organizations, drives, etc. Donations to other worthy projects have also been a part of the club work. Some such projects have been the Community Play Ground, Maternal Health Center, School for the Blind, Y.M.C.A. for library books and the fund of the Permanent Tablet Association of World War II. Trips were sponsored to the Buhl Plane- tarium, Hershey Candy factory, Heinz plant, Meadow Gold Milk Co., Mellon Presbyterian Church, and Bushy Run Battlefield. Some of the members have regularly attended the forums held at the Wilmerding Y.M.C.A. A Christmas party, mother and daughter ban- quet and June garden party are observed every year. The club has endeavored to carry out, by means of its program and work, its object. which is to encourage the promotion of all civic, educational, philanthropic, moral and social measures. The members feel they have derived much good from the meetings, as they listened to inspiring speakers and studied and discussed problems of the day. During the nine years of its existence The organization has lost two of its members by death, Miss Marian Boden and Mrs. Betty Woods. Thirty-six women are members of the oiganization at the present time. An invitation to visit with the YVo1nen's Club is extended to women who are interested in problems of the day or in spending a social evening with the organization, which meets on the second Monday of the month at the Baptist Church. one hundred one Dzlgcaudfi First Row-Joanne Backus, Marjorie VVaite, Joyce Loutsenhizc-r, Lois llchnzin, Mary Helnian, Jianc Bearinger, Joan Fritchniun, Dchorsc Barber, Claudine Holzshu. Second Row-Laura McCoy, Connie Thompson, Doris Mae Horning, Mary Ruth Spikcr, Betsy Liehtcnfcls, Virginia. Roach, Shirley Mueller, Betty Jenn Clapp, Grace Clinton, Doris Y .lean Keitcs, Ruth Anne Mei rcery. Third Row-Mrs. J' .A. Phillippi, Lorraine Hoey, Virginia Krapc, Lois Painter, Georgia Buck, Jean Mueller, June Angstadt, Carol Rae Wcislions, Bonnie Lou Houck, Margaret Kecfer. Fourth R-ow-Ruth Sheridan, Laura. Mae Graham, Suzanne McGinnis, Ruth Moon, Margaret Short, Blanche Showers, Katherine Lee, Mary Jane Ledger. Absent Members-Marilyn Ilzlrrison, Mary Margaret McCoy, Hilda Mc-Dowcll, Peggy Thomp- son, Fifi Wooletns. J Leuclvr, MRS. J. A. 1 IHLLIPPI Assisztunt Lenders, MAnoA1u+:'r TQEEFER, MARY JANE TJEDGER Mew February, 1932, marked the first meeting of the Pitcairn Girl Scout Troop 81, which met in the basement of the Methodist Ciliurch with Mrs. J. A. Phillippi. This first group of girls was invested at the first Court of Awards, which was held ou April 15 of the same year. The second Court of Awards was held in April, 1933, and from that time on this has been an annual meeting, where badges and awards are conferred for work accomplished throughout the year. The troop 's first camping trip, made to North Park in March, 1933, proved to be a very exciting adventure and served as the forerunner to an activity which has become an outstanding feature of the Pitcairn troop, and a novel experience for each new Girl Scout. Since that time, many week-end camping trips have been held. one hundred taco The troop camp, first organized in 193-L, has progressed amazingly. The camp is located on the property of the leader, Mrs. Phillippi. The first year, camp was held for only one week, but for each succeeding year the camp- ing period has been for two weeks each sum- mer. The first year, there were only 10 camp- ers, 2 counsellors and the cook. There were only two units, consisting of one tent and a car tent attached to a lean-to that was stand- ing on the property. All the water was car- ried in buckets from a spring some seventy- five yards away, the cooking was done in the outdoor kitchen and in an old-fashioned oven, and the meals were eaten on the porch of the cabin. The camp was later christened Camp Lynn. Thanks to the Phillippi's, the Girl Scouts no longer have to carry their cooking and drinking water in pails, for they have drilled a well and erected a drinking fountain just outside the cabin, and run a faucet into the kitchen from the pump. A number of modern kitchen appliances have also helped to make the task of cooking for the camp much easier. ln 1936, Troop 307 of Knoxville, un- der the leadership of Miss Beulah Shannon, one of our camp counsellors, camped with Troop be and it has been a combined troop camp ever since. Through the years tl1e Girl Scouts have wo1'ked to earn money to aid to the camp, through the sale of useful house- hold articles and the production of three-act plays, little by little, Clamp Lynn has grown, until at the last camping trip in 1943, the tenth session for Camp Lynn, the camp had 56 campers, 8 counsellors, 3 cooks, 5 units, 12 tents and a cabin, a dining l1all, a storage shed, a steel flagpole replacing the wooden one, and many new utensils, in addition to the original cabin and outdoor kitchen. However, in men- tioning these additions to Camp Lynn. we can- not fail to note that only through the per- severance of Mrs. Phillippi and the valuable assistance of the camp 's beloved handy man, Cy l'hillippi, could these improvements have been possible. Various groups of the older girls have helped i11 these tasks also, by visiting the camp for week-end trips when the actual work was in progress. These camping trips, with their many ac- tivities, have afforded the Girl Scouts exciting adventures which might otherwise never have been experienced-such as sleeping all night on the very ground over which the Dream Highway now runs, being caught in a cloud- burst on an overnight hike at the top of the mountains, hiking to the mountain-tops to view the grandeur of nature, and living for two weeks with 50 other girls in the great out- doors, which is in itself a valuable experience. The camp activities have consisted of swim- ming in the ice-cold mountain stream, Devil's Hole, horseback riding, mushball, volleyball, badminton, archery, bicycling, hik- ing, outdoor barbecuing, overnight hikes, camp crafts, and the evening campfire. A record of each camping trip has been kept through the troop camp movies, taken each year by Mr. J. C. McGinnis, and the Camp Logs. Camp Lynn is the pride and joy of Troop 81 and has left cherished memories with every girl who has once been a camper there. Although camping and planning for camp are the chief interests of the Girl Scouts, they are by no means the only activities of Troop 81. The girls have studied cooking, launder- ing, sewing, home nursing and child care, first aid, horsemanship, swimming and nature, and have won awards in these fields. Even more widely, they have branched into the fields of pottery making, folk-dancing, music, and dramatics. Singing has always held a favor- ed place with the Girl Scouts, and there is never a meeting, a hike, or a camping trip, VVl1Pl1 they are not blending their voices in song. Scarcely a new group of girls has passed through scouting without having the urge to participate in play productions and other phases of dramatic art. In addition, the Girl Scouts have participated in community activi- ties, as well as in Allegheny County Girl Scout activities. Another favored project of the troop has bee11 making various inexpensive week-end trips, such as those made to 1Vashington, D. C., and to the New York VVorld's Fair. Al- though in the past few years these trips have been discontinued, it is hoped that some day this type of trip may be resumed again, and that more girls will find it possible to take part in this adventure. From the time of the troop 's organization there has been a troop committee, composed of some of the mothers of the Girl Scouts. Of course, these members have changed from time to time, at present they are Mrs. L. T. Moo11, Mrs. A. H. Sporck, Mrs. J. L. Ledger, Mrs. E. F. Mueller, Mrs. C. R. NVaite, and Miss Elizabeth Evans. No Girl Scout history would be complete without mentioning that many of our ven- tures would have been unsuccessful had it not been for the co-operation of the townsfolk. Many individuals in the town have given valuable assistance year after year very will- ingly-and the troop is extremely grateful. The Girl Scouts appreciate, too, having had the use of the Methodist Church basement as a meeting place these many years. A great many girls have passed through the troop in its 12 years. Many of them are now in business, some are married, and a few have scattered and are now living in various states. Gail Brendlinger is the only Girl Scout of Troop 81 to have received the Golden Eag- let award, which is tl1e highest merit that can be conferred on a Girl Scout. However, the Girl Scout training program was revised a 'few years ago, and much more stress is now placed on the development of character and individual abilities, than on working for badges and awards, and thus the Golden Eag- let award has been eliminated. At present there are about 43 members in theitroop, and every Tuesday evening at 7 0'- clock they can be seen wending their way to the basement of the Methodist Church, where Pitcairn Girl Scout activities continue as they have for some years past. one hundred three Boy Scania First Row-Fred Greene, Bruce Webb, Fred Brooky, David Conrade, Robert Lang, Charles Dover, Thomas Donahoe. Second Row-James McWhinney, John Balant, George Warden, James Madden, Leroy Shannon Russell Fix, Leonard Stover, Donald Musser, Paul Conrade. Third Row-G. Lester Abell, Jr., Irvin Baltzerson, VVayne Pitz, David Borst, Dwight Iddings, George L. Abell, Christ Leger. The international organization of the Boy Scouts of America is a boy's training move- ment with a practical program of work and play. All boys 12 years and older that are willing to engage in its game of requirements in self-control, thrift, courage, helpfulness, obedience, reverence, and many other virtues, can make for themselves efficient men and good citizens. This movement has its anni- versary February 8, the date it was incorpor- ated in 1910. It grew slowly at first and as community leadership came to understand its principles and program it became nation-wide. It is non- sectarian, but emphasizes the boys' religious obligations, it is neither military nor anti-- military and it is endorsed by all churches and faiths. ln 1915 Mr. W. C. Lingle stopped in Mr. M. D. Salyards' Hardware Store to make a purchase. His young son was wearing a Scout uniform. The boy was a member of a Wil- kinsburg troop just organized and his dress was an attraction to community-minded men. Mr. Salyards' inquiry as to the nature of the one hundred four Boy Scout organization was fairly well ex- plained by Mr. Lingle and the young Scout and a committee was immediately planned. Mr. Salyards and Mr. Lingle composed a let- ter to city headquarters in Pittsburgh for in- formation on how to set up a troop as part of the national movement. Later they drove by horse and carriage to visit the VVilkinsburg troop. Troop No. 1 was first a meeting of boys and its leaders trying to find their way with no trained help. They held their meetings dur- ing the winter of 1915 and 1916 in the hard- ware store. They met the many difficulties of the day in getting the town people to under- stand its benetits and purposes. A camping trip in the summer was a great help. This was repeated the next summer in 1917 when four large squad tents and considerable other camping equipment were purchased for a camp near Blairsville. The meeting of the boys in the store by now had become a prob- lem as there were more boys than the required 32 for a troop, so two troops were organized and new homes found in the churches. Troop No. 1 was sponsored by the United Presbyterian Church and Troop No. 2 was sponsored by the Methodist Church. A regis- tration dated May 3, 1918, showed No. 2 com- mittee as M. D. Salyards, D. C. Feathers and W. C. Lingle. Troop No. 1 committee was J. F. Courson, D. C Feathers and XV. H. Mar- tin. That year both troops camped at Camp Guyasuta and some really interesting memor- ies are recalled from the camera pictures that can be found in the troop picture books. Troop No. 1 records are not complete, but we find NV. M. Mack, Harry R. Rhine, and George L. Craft as a committee with junior assistant Scoutmaster as C R. Penrod and T. R. Ilarkins. This same registration lists Harry Crowell and Fred Putnam as second class Scouts, and first class Scouts as John R. Loughery, James Newlin. Norman Putman, James Shoemaker and Forrest VVeight. From a 1918 record of Troop 2 the follow- ing names were found: Morris Cooper, lra R. Ilarkins, George T. Haymaker, Lewis Elliot, Paul Lang, Robert M. McCabe, Arthur Paint- er. Charles A. Salyards, lsadore Segal, VV. Oakley Stiffler, William Skiles, Vililliam M. Smith, Arthur Wilson, Paul Seibert and Clair Seibert, with Rev. Travis as Scoutmaster. From this group of boys two have become ministers of the Gospel, Morris Cooper and Ira Harkins. During the Liberty Bond sales of 1918 the Scouts did a fine job of bond selling and we are able to find where four boys were award- ed a medal each for their achievement. These boys were Clair Seibert, Frank Keeley, Wil- liam M. Smith and Charles Salyards. Scouting continued through the war to serve not only its own community, but to carry circulars and aid to the Valley towns. Trips to Wilmerding were necessary to help separate the crowds from the trains as men left for the service. This worthy service to the community was helped by many of the leaders in the churches which kept the troops active until about 1926 when leadership be- came lacking. ln 1925 Troop No. 1 met in the Reformed Church on Sixth Street and was active for a little over a year. Mr. Eph. Lout- senhizer was troop committeeman and Bill Skiles, Scoutmaster. ln 1928 the Pitcairn Post No. 256 American Legion took up the cbligation as a service to the community. Several pep meetings were held by the Scout committee and Post officers to get the old Scouts and new boys interested. Legion Commander VV. M. Hysong directed the following Legionnaires to carry the reor- ganization of new troops: George L. Abell, Ed. R. Clinton, Wm. M. Hicks, Garrett H. Smith and Guy Gardner. Considerable expense was involved in a building repair project on Wall Avenue for a meeting place. Part of the committee attended the Edge- wood Scouters School all winter while work- ing with the boys. This was Troop No. 2 which soon become a full-strength troop. Dr. R. K. Boyer was appointed to the committee in 1929 and he has served the committee and the boys continuously from that year. Garrett Smith, Legion commander in 1933, appointed a committee to get a second troop organized. This committee was Ed. R. Clin- ton, L. H. Johnson, and Charles R. Graham. Frank Keeley was selected as Scoutmaster with Leroy Collins as assistant. Russell Por- tzer was added to the committee the following year. This troop prospered and has been active in all council and town Scout activities. In 1940 East Boroughs Council renamed all of the troops in the Council area and Troop No. 1 was numbered 50 a11d Troop No. 2 as 51. The Scoutmasters that have served No. 1 and 50 have been W. C. Lingle, VV. M. Skiles. Frank Keeley, Leroy Collins and Leroy Nichol. The Scoutmasters of Troop 2 and 51 have been Rev. Travis, Frank New, Lewis Mc- Featers, Sam Williamson, Guy Gardner, Gus Hahn, David Borst, Joseph Gummo, Norval Maguire and Leroy Stiffler. Scouting has produced the following Eagle Scouts in Pitcairn: Fred Putman, Newton Yoder, R. L. Roose, I. Baltzerson, VV. Reed, Thurm Brendlinger, Sam Neill, Leroy Nichol. Leroy Collins, Gus Hahn, Jack Buck, Harry Moon, Harry Thomas, Clair Gossar, W. J. Hendershot, Norval Maguire and Walter Ganz. There are over one hundred boys with Scout training from Pitcairn now serving in the armed services of their country. The troops have many citations and records of achievement won in Council camporees, first aid meets and summer camps at Camp Twin Echo. They are prepared for emer- gency service to its community at all times. The troops meet at present in the Legion Home, sometimes called the Gun Club on Thursday evenings from 7 to 9 o'clock. The present troop committee for No. 50 are Ed. R. Clinton, H. C. Adams and Russell Portzer. The committee for No. 51 are George L. Abell. R. K. Boyer, Irvin Baltzerson and Douglas Borst. Mr. Clinton, Dr. Boyer and George Abell have served the Scout movement contin- uously since 1928. one hundred fifuc Qaeda! Mathew' 8 6 First Row-Mrs. Mary Hoffman, Mrs. Ann Pappalardo, Mrs. Olive Peer, Mrs. Elfrieda Allen, Mrs. Blanche Thomas, Mrs. Evelyn YVarncr, Mrs. Nellie Kiehl, Mrs. Mildred Ruby. Second Row-Mrs. Dorothy Brendlinger, Mrs. Graco Boyd, Mrs. Ethel Lake, Mrs. lone Seibert, Mrs. Mary Fails, Mrs. Rridgett Mignogna, Mrs. Mary Mignogna, Mrs. Lany Caputo. Third RowEM1's. Mae Madden, Mrs. Jennie Smith, Mrs. Mildred Henry, Mrs. Craee Pearson, Mrs. Marv Hollibaugh, Mrs. Stella Stitfy, Mrs. Ruth Gerhart, Mrs. Tillie Antiinarino, Mrs. Amanda Sehuetz. Absent-Mrs. Nell Kuster, Mrs. Stella. Edwards, Mrs. Rernadine Felton, Mrs. Edith House- holder. Mrs. Mary Innian, Mrs. Iandiniarino, Mrs. Lydia Mc-Cnlloch, Mrs. Lois Mullen, Mrs. Olive Peer, Mrs. Bernice Ogle, Mrs. Rogers, Mrs. Rusnaek and Mrs. Tate. Officers President .........,.. MRS. BLANCHE THOMAS V. Pramlmf ............ MRS. ELr'RIPiDA ALLEN The Football Mothers' Club was organized in the year 1933 at the home of Mrs. Frank Buck. Election of officers was held and the following elected: Mrs. Myrtle Reese, pres- ident, Mrs. Mary Inman, vice president, Mrs. Viola Roberts, secretary, and Mrs. Frank Buck, treasurer. The purpose of the club is to provide a ban- quet for all players, managers, and cheerlead- ers and to also buy gold tootballs for the boys graduating. lt is necessary for the boys on the team to play at least two years before re- ceiving their gold football. This also applies to the managers and cheerleaders. VVhen the club was first organized there was no money to provide the banquet, so the mothers decided they would hold a card party. This party was held in the High School Gym- nasium and was well supported, thus giving them the money to have the first banquet. It was held in the Presbyterian Church. Card parties are now held annually in the Catholic Church basement to provide tor the banquet. The latest banquet was held in the Methodist Church basement. The speaker of the evening one hundred .fix S6c'1'el'a1'y ................ MRS. OLIVE PEER Trcamrrei' .............. MRS. EVELFYN VVARNER was Mr. Ben Haldy. The acting toastmaster was Mr. George Fails. After the supper the boys and their mothers went to the gymnas- ium where a dance was held. The public was invited. Social times are also held for the boys, such as dances in the High School Gymnasium. These dances are well supported by the team and their friends. Meetings of the Mothers' Club are held on the third Thursday of each month at the dif- ferent homes. All special meetings will be called by the president, if she deems it neces- sary. Membership consists of mothers of active and inactive football players, managers and cheerleaders. Members whose children have graduated are not eligible to hold office. This association will not be disbanded as long as there are nine or more members remaining. The general fund shall consist of all monies collected from dues and all social activities. ln case of disbandment all monies and pro- perties belonging to this association will be given to the Athletic Association of Pitcairn. The story ol' athletics in Pitcairn is one of triumphant success. The records made by the various teams were unusually outstanding: and many individual satellites have 0lll0l'Ql'9ll. Near the end ot' the Hgray nineties before the town charter had been properly tucked away. the local boys were organizing' baseball a11d football teams to compete with representatives ol' the longer established towns about the dis- trict. The newness of their organizations cer- tainly did not cause any feeling' of inferiority among' the players, for from the very begin- ning' they carried the local banner forth with a. winning' spirit. Every opponent must have realized that Pitcairn was on its way, for even when the Hjl'I'0lVlllQ' pains were most intense. Pitcairn 's representatives were brushing' aside some of the district 's classiest outtits. During' these early years of local sport it was not uncommon t'or an impromptu engragre- ment ofa different nature to follow the regul- arly scheduled contest. The locals seldom came out' on the short end of these spontaneous encounters. lflrotn these early organizations, Pitcairn sport life expanded into several directions and in order that a clearer observation may be enjoyed, each branch of athletics will be treat- ed separately under the proper headiugr. The author begs forgiveness il' he has overlooked any team or individual in the following- out- lines. BASEBALL The first baseball team sponsored by Pit- cairn was in 1895 when M. NV. Callender or- ganized and managed a Y.M.C.A. team. The roster of this team was composed of Ed Miller. Al Marsh, Corlett, Ed Price, Stotler, Bo Mat- tern, Claude Barnhart, Keys Miller. Clarence Reed and Shorty-Cornelius. This 0I'g't':IIllZHi'l0l1 continued until shortly after the turn of the century and of course the club's personnel changed somewhat during' the later years. Al Marsh and Ed Miller were two of the out- standing' players in this area and both had opportunities to step into fast company. This tea111 won the Vlfest Pa. YH title in 1902 and traveled to Philly to meet the Y champs of the East. Ilere they went down to defeat, but despite this loss the club had set up an excellent record and grave the fans a lot of fuel for their winter stove league. ln following' years this club was somewhat changed in personnel until 1906, when a new group organized as the Pitcairn A. C. This team played the 110lg.l'llb01'lIlg.!' outhts and were highly successful as their string' of victories indicates. They defeated Irwin, VVll1'l19l'dll1g', Wilkiiisburgg Braddock and lnnnerons others PITCAIRN A. C. CLUB GF 1956 First Rowe li. l . Wallace, Ho Mattern, John Nicol, Billie SiI'0IllCl', Spiker Smith, Al YVaruer. H1-cond llow-IJ:-hit Smith, Cameron Pfeil, .lohn Wilson, liurgessg George H. Mehowell, llernian S. Mellowell. Third Row--Geo. Wallace, Frank Price, llarry lilaek, Dineh Jolinstonhangli, Alex Blvlloxvell, t'harlie May. our hll.'I4fl'l'4I .rrfven of this area 's better teams. They played under the A. C. banner until 1911. The P. R. R. shop league more or less mon- opolized baseball activity until 1915. In this year the machine shop team of the P. R. R. shop league, under Port Borstis managerial direction, and this club representing the Bor- ough, won the championship of the league. It was made up with a group of stars who went on to win 23 games while losing only two. The roster of the team included Vetterly, Rowe, Curry, Needham, Douds and Ashen- felter. Keen competition between the County leagues and the P. R. R. plumbing shop team gave the local partisans real interest in these contests. John Cutshall led the plumbers to a divisional championship in the R. R. league. In 1916 the local team brought in Tooth- man, Vanaman, King, Armstrong, Graff, Young and Baughman to strengthen their al- ready brilliant outlit. The pitching of Vic Toothman was a tyrant for any enthusiast and was instrumental in aiding the locals to con- tinue their championship trend the following year. During this year the plumbing shop team entered the West Penn League with a galaxy of stars such as Hilty, Vetterley, Keller, Mil- ler, Shenefelt, Crompton and Jones. At this time of local baseball history, the community literally glistened with genuine baseball stars. Baseball fell off during the war years, but immediately after the war Pitcairn regained its place in the sport picture by fielding a team of high caliber. The P. R. R. support was with- drawn about 1918 and the golden era of base- ball was carried on through King Crowl 's sup- port. He took over the club from 1918 through 1920 and operated a fast going team. During the war years the town was repre- sented also by a group of younger players who were most capable in their class. They were known as the Dollard A. A. and were supported by Jack Dollard. The team was composed of the following local fellows: Burt McDowell, Joe Adams, Bus McCann, Chuck Ballenger, Ferd Toohill, Mel Lowrey, Punch Pugh, George Buck, Coe Ruby, Toad Johns and Manager John Longacre. The boys played an independent schedule and won an appreci- able share of their games. In 1920 the Pitcairn Co-Ops were organized by a local co-operative store group. It was made up of a lot of young boys all of whom later became outstanding ball players. The team lineup was: George Buck, John Buck, Russ McCaig, Lowdie Adams, John Cutshall, Manager Slife Cook, Burt McDowell, Elmer Naley, Coe Ruby, Paul Probst, Cloyd Cut- shall, Tiny Duvall, Mugs Mullen and Keil one hundred eight Shelly. This team won 24 games a11d lost 3. They played many teams of great-er exper- ience and defeated them with humiliating ease. 'fShine Cortazzo and Sugar', Morris were later added to the club and soon after both went into organized baseball. The former at- tained big league stature when he was signed and played for the Chicago White Sox. In 1920 the baseball fever of the inhabitants was stepped up by the organization of a triple link team. Jack Hardy, of the local Odd Fel- lows Lodge, was instrumental along with Geo. McDowell and others in establishing a league made up of clubs in Westmoreland and East- ern Allegheny County. The locals were a very capable aggregation and each year they were in the thick of the championship fight. Peg VVarner, Chuck Hardy, Al Shingler, Lee Zimmerman, Joe Adams, George Buck, Chet Buchanan, Charlie YVaite, George Stockum, Bert McDowell, Frank McAvoy and Red Logan were a few of the men who played for the Pitcairn lodge at this time. The league offered some very fine attractions because of the well balanced teams which belonged. Most of the stars in the district were included in the various teams. About 1924 Cloyd Cutshall organized a team known as the Independents, which was composed of a lot of the younger boys of the community who played together under his direction until the organization of the local church league. The church league was a boon to local base- ball enthusiasts who were amazed to find so much baseball talent in one community. Each of the churches sponsored a team with the ex- ception of the Baptists, the Lutherans and the Reformed, who together fielded the B.L.R.'s. The Presbyterian team, managed by Russ Mc- Caig, won the cup for two years running and the U.P. team succeeded in taking it from them in 1928. St. Michael's supported a classy outfit under the tutelage of the late Frank O'Shea, who surrounded himself with such stars as Lou Kren, Bud Gilsen, Pat Needham, Harry Miller, Russ Adams and others. Each year it was a nip and tuck affair and the winner was usually decided after a series of bitter strug- gles. Probably no community project before or since has created so much interest as this league. In 1926 the P.R.R. sponsored a team called the Car Shop Club. This team was made up of employees of the new car-shop and they devel- oped a winning stride under Joe Ganz 's man- agement. The following years found them un- der the wing of Mike Wagner and later Jack Clawson until finally in 1928 Harry Siegfred took over. By this time the roster became star studded with such names at Durkin, Geisler, PITCAIRN TEAM OF 1904 Klnseots-Metlilligot, lVeight. First Row-l'riee, Iielozier, Blellowell, Jae, l'. Hickey. Second Row-A lxllllQ'll', M. liose, W. llose, Good, Jolie, lVennagle. Third Row-llull, Rarrl, Collins, Orion Mickey, Haines, Fester, J. Joliinstoiihaugli, l e1-tlhig. liestner, tlarbarli, Kress, Vollins, Kren, liohr, lehanseer, Miller, i'arneg'ie, Fry, Novak. lirinker and Shultise. Tl1is elub did llflf co11- line itsell' to divisional play hut mixed i11 in- dependent eireles here abouts. They were probably the stro11g'est outfit i11 Vlestern Pa. during' their time. This tea111 was the closest approach i11 strength to tl1e lfll5 and lfllti eluhs the town had produced. ln lll2T Al Slllllflltd' supported a teain in the last eounty league which was Illiltll' llp of a lot ol' l.Ul'IIlt'I' minor leagruers. This league in- cluded ll0I'Ill0lll'. lleltzhoover. Stowe, Home- wood, liellevue, liooneys Elllll Book Shoe. llasehall was slowed up after the llilllli crash and the town was represented by o11ly o11e elub ealled the Merchants. This team played some t'as1 teams and niade a favorable show- ing. I11 H1232 the elub ente1'ed tl1e Uounty lieague along' with t'arnegg'ie, Millikan llriek. l'otts, Morggans, llellevue and l1'riek Park. The team lost a close raee for tl1e title to tl1e Milli- liilll 's ot' hVlllilIlSllIll'Ll'. The Mereliants represented the tow11 tor the l'ollowing' five years under various llltlllil- gers, but played mostly i11 the independent ranks. ln recent years baseball has bee11 o11 the wane in l'itcairn as in 111ost other eonnnunities and the past l'ew years 0l'g'2llllZPtl play has been confined to tl1e high school teani. Ft POTBALT1 Pitcairn was represented by a football team as early as N702 when a group ol' loeal boys got togrether to play against lH'ljIlllJ0l'lllg1' teams. Clyde Uollins, Harry t'ollins, John -liohnstonbaugh. l'll'2ll1li Johnstonbaugh, ller- lllilll -lohnstonbaugh. l'ort llorst and lioh Mattern, among- others, comprised the outfit. This team played togrether until 190-I when l,lfi'Elll'lllS first ll0l'IIlilllt'llllY 0l'Q'2llllZ6ll ltltllll took to the field. f'oaeh Orion Mickey tutored this club VVllllfll completed a very successful season with a record of seven wins and three losses. This team was the tirst to play 011 the new Pitcairn athletic grounds. situated o11 tl1e southern side ol' llroadway. They played to- gether for five years Zllltl during' that period established a reputation as one of tl1e strono'-- er clubs i11 this region. P' Ill lfltlti ?lllllllll'l' elub 0l'QI2llllZt'il as tl1e Pit- cairn Mohawks with tl1e following' personnel: tlilliand, Shatter, Delione brothers, Martin, Simpson, lleliiase, lrwin, Adams. Sllitfler. Crowell, Uampbell. Hlllllll and lllel'owley. This elub operated as a junior outfit u11til N709 wl1e11 with tl1e A. C'.'s Zlllll another junior elub operating' under Tallie 1lllg1'llPSy guidance. they formed wl1at was to be lilIOXVll as tl1e Pitcairn Quakers. nm' Illlltzfffd nine Quakers of 1912 First Row-Martin, DeBone Ziegler, F. Martin, Baylor, Reese. Second Row - Johnston, G0- hoe, Uriek, MeIndoe, Carothers, VV. Creighton, Kirk Bame, R. Adams, YVarner, C. Adams. The Quakers functioned from this year un- til 1920 when they finally dissolved after a de- cade of the best football. exhibitions that could be offered to any community. From 1909 to 1912 the Quakers were get- ting their feet on the ground by defeating the best local oppositions. In 1912 Ed Johnston took the club over in a managerial capacity and it was during this period that the team gained recognition on a broader scale. They were then playing teams like Martin 's Ferry, Youngstown, iWheeling and Carlisle Indians. In 1914 the Quakers lost a close game to Carlisle Indians at Altoona by the score of 19 to 13. llose and Creighton scored touch- downs for the locals and were thwarted in their winning effort when the Indians recov- ered a fumble behind their own goal line. Later that year the Quakers ventured to 1Yheeling, IV. Va., where they met a strong team of former Georgetown college stars. This team they defeated very handily and destroy- one hundred ten- Quakers of 1914 First Row-Myers, Delione, Mueller, Hughes, Crowell, Cour- son, Melndoe, N. Johnston. Second Row - E, Johnston, Dr Collins, R. Adams, G. Zieg- ler, Blair, C. Adams, Warner, Shriner, B. Creighton, Crowl, Carothers, Dr. DeLozier. ed their sponsors' hopes of defeating the reign- ing Canton Bulldogs for whom they had been preparing. In fact the defeat was so humiliat- ing the All-Stars were disbanded. Tom Mc- Dowell, local backfield ace, had a field day at the Star's expense. In 1915 the Quakers' management was giv- en over to King Crowell who made an effort to bolster the club by bringing seven of the Car- lisle Indians to Pitcairn. The Vetterneek broth- ers, Pearly Clark, Sanooke, Bergi and Pratt were added to the locals and George Vetter- neck became club coach. The team adopted the Vifarner system of play and applied it very effectively in the fol- lowing years of their activity. In 1916 Bergi, another of the imported Carlisle players, took over to coaching reins. The club was gaining intersectional fame as their schedule took them to Cleveland, Columbus, Fort VVayne, Dayton, Massillon and other out-of- state towns. In 1917 the Quakers lost 7 to 0, a PITCAIRN MOHAWKS I ront Row-Strochein, Nnser, H1-ibert, A. Painter, M4-l'lell:1nd QCJ, Philpot, Albright, I.. Adams, Irwin. Second Row W- IJ, Adams fil01l4'llQ, Perkins, Nlclndoe, L. lN'Iillv-r, G. Nliller, Luke, l'orl, Slim-pstone, Melilroy, ll. l,1Illll'l'1', SIIIIIIIIUFH, cAlJl1l2lgl'I'i. closely contested game with Jim Thorpe's Canton Bulldogs after gaining the right to play them by downing the best opposition available. The season ol' 1919 found the Quakers chal- lenging the Thorpe club again only to be the victim ol' a 13 to 7 defeat. The McKeesport Olympics helped the Quakers treat local fans to some lnost interesting games. All scores were made by the field goal route. Paul Itupp's well trained toe was responsible for the Olympics defeat in the last game played by the two teams. VVhile the Quakers were seeking broader fields to conquer there were tive other clubs Outstanding Backs in T. C. Valley FRANK MARTIN, BILL RICABY, ROY ADAMS Lightweight Champions of Western Penna.-1924 offering the natives a decent brand of foot- ball. These clubs were. Triangles, New Pitts. Quaker Seconds, Young Americans, Reynolds and Mohawks. The Reynolds were especially strong in 1920 when coached by Paul Rupp and they successfully downed the McKeesport Olym- pics 10 to 0 at the home field. The record of the Pitcairn Mohawks is one of the most 611- viable any local club has attained. They were coached by Clayton Lingelbaugh when the team was organized in 1918. He continued as their tutor the following year and then the former Quaker player, Cliff Adams, took over. He welded the boys into a fighting outfit that won the lightweight title for VVestern Penna. in '21, '23 and '24. During this period the team was always well represented in the All- Star section at the season 's end. Cliff Adams gave up the club after 1925 and Russ Mclndoe coached the boys and play- ed a sterling end for them as well as for the following two years. They continued to play a high class brand of football until they broke up in 1927. The club revised in 1930 and Cliif Adams again took over until 1932 when the depression wrote tinis to a team that made football history in Vllestern Pennsylvania. Fred Reynolds' teams were active through- out tl1e l20s and early part of the '30s. The Reynolds were always a formidable outfit, de- pending largely on the local high school alumni for its personnel. The Summers Club sponsored by Frank Summers, former Quaker halfback, also played to large crowds during their existence. This club operated as late as 1938 and was made up largely of high school players from this area. Independent football has not fared so well in Pitcairn in tl1e past five years. one hundred rlffvfn BASKETBALL By Homer Burgess The Pitcairn Basketball Club was organized in 1915 under the railroad sports program, and functioned for 10 consecutive seasons. The club played both railroad and indepen- dent games at home and abroad using old No. 10 building, located in the yards near the Transfer for its home games. A steel cage that insured a last game and fine seating ar- rangements that accommodated up to 1,200 fans were prominent features of this unique court. The club was under the railroad sports committee, of which J. F. Courson was chair- man and was managed by L. A. Morse, fore- man of the old paint shop. The club was com- posed of Patty Needham, George Edwards, Al Morrison, Jim Fickus, John Ivory, Barney Heubel and others. The following year the club entered the In- ter-County League, along with Wilmerding, Irwin, Greensburg, Latrobe, Mt. Pleasant and Scottdale. An array of court stars that includ- ed Stan Graff, Soup Campbell, George Kelly, Dutch Heisel, Ralph Meyers, Len Carson and John Cook were imported here to work for the company and gave a good account of it- self finishing second to Latrobe by a single game, but losing to Altoona in railroad com- petition. With the advent of World War I, the home fioor was used as a repair shop and the club moved to the German Hall on Broadway and with Beggs Snyder from the championship Latrobe quintadded, the locals gave a good account of themselves, playing independent ball exclusively. . As the railroad withdrew its support the club was reorganized into a road club. Homer Burgess was the new manager and immediate- ly secured an array of young talent in addi- tion to Brickley and Cook, that included Phil Gentile, George Ramsey, Henry Kline, Mickey Gross, Elmer Carroll and immediately aston- ished basketball followers by issuing a chal- lenge to play any club, any rules, anywhere on a winner-take-all basis. The Wilmerding Airbrake Quintet was the only team to ever accept the local ls challenge from year to year, and represented by players from the Camden Eastern League defeated the locals 50-48 in a see-saw game on the Labor Temple floor, Pitts- burgh. That defeat was the making of the Pit- cairn club and for eight consecutive seasons won more than 75 per cent of its games played away from home, any rules and under officials chosen by the home clubs. The club secured Senator W. Crawford Murdoch as its sponsor and played as the Pitcairn Murdochs. When one humlrmf FLUKITE he was defeated for the senatorship by VV. D. Mansfield the club went under his sponsorship and changed to the name of the Pitcairn Mans- iields. The Pitcairn Quints proved one of the best basketball attractions the Tri-State sec- tion has offered and was always in the annual series with the Pittsburgh, Coffeys, Loendi, Second Story Morrys, Sharon Buhl club and others. The club was the recognized winner of the Independent Basketball Championship of Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio dur- ing seven years of its regime. MISCELLANEOUS The minor sports are also a part of Pit- cairn's sport past. During the years that base- ball and football were flourishing, Pitcairnites also had a chance to feast upon some very in- teresting track and field events. The inter- divisional field meets were held at Pitcairn's athletic field and the divisions most talented athletes participated. These events took place annuallv with a few exceptions between 1915 and 1926. Boxing and wrestling exhibitions were enjoyed until 1918 when the war cur- tailed these sports. Many local boys were fast developing the manly art before the demise of old Leo, the local gymnasium. Local track stars competed each year on the July 4th celebration, sponsored by Hose Company No. 1. The track meets brought forth the town's best runners and the win- ners were rewarded with worth-while prizes. The first prize was usually a watch with an inscription o11 the back designating the cir- cumstances under which it had been gained. Some of the winners were Slim', Shaffer, Norm King, Kiehl Shelly, Bill Smith, Chuck Jae, Ike Crowell. Ken Shaffer, who was a for- mer protege of Frank Shea at Pitt, was a consistent winner and because of his repeated victories the firemen found it necessary to make a rule limiting the number of trophies to any one winner. Tennis and golf likewise have had their day in Pitcairn. The tennis tournaments, like the field meets, assembled the best players from the P.R.R. and competed upon the local courts annually for sectional supremacy. Pitcairn 's golf bugs each year get an oppor- tunity to compete with their neighbors at the Pitcairn tournament. This event has been go- ing on annually some 13 years and each year finds a greater number participating. Lloyd Grimm won the first tournament back in 1930 and it went to Norm Johnston the following year. Since then Al Shingler has more or less monopolized the crown. Bill Lohr, Red Mc- Anany and Gene McAnany have taken them over in '41 and '42, respectively. om' hllllnfffxl f1liI'fL'I'll fm Wap H IN School Days, School Days, Dear Old Gold ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS We, the Senior members of the Press Club, in behalf of the Senior Class of 1944 take this opportunity to: Express our thanks to Mr. C. A. Bair, Mr. G. A. Fails, the Board of Education, our Teachers, and Miss Dobson for bearing with us during our work on this History Book, and to Mr. William M. Smith, our adviser, for his assistance in the publication. We are indebted to Miss Bernice Keefer for her time and patience during the production of the Senior Play which was im- portant in financing our part of this book. We appreciate the work of Mr. Percy V. Lichtenfels, Mr. Ralph Wilson, and Mrs. Myrtle Reese for writing the History of Pit- cairn Schools. We also thank Miss Dorthy Steffler for her time in copy reading the Histories of Clubs of Pitcairn High School. e hundred fourteen 'l4JZpGflj,0ffZ!t6g00-6... FOREWORD If during the coming years this hoolc re- calls pleasant memories to the Seniors and Alumni, of the days spent in P. H. S., we shall have succeeded in our purpose for this section of the Fiftieth Anniversary Book. 1le Days, Reading 'n Riting in Rithmetic Dear Pitcairn High School, Thy Dear Name We Praise Miss M. BERNICE IiEEFER. Because of her interest in school activities as Well as her interest in the Senior Class, We, the Class of '44, dedicate our section of this book to Miss M. Bernice Keefer. For many years Miss Keefer has conducted senior plays and taken part in the commence- ment exercises. In 1942-43 she organized the Assembly Club and the Monitor 's Club. In this small way we, the Seniors, hope to show our appreciation. one hundred sixteen 7!1e Pam Glad l irst Row-Il. Gogal, N. livans, S. Williamson, J. Brendlinger, M. Balunt, L. Adams. Second lfow----XV. Smith, Adviser: .l. Reid, N. l?.:i.nip, A. Vook, J. Painter, .l. Blelilroy, Nl. Snee, A. Roberts. 'l'hirfl llow-G. Bl't'l1tllll1g't'I', ll. Abell, W. Sehuetz, C. Lee, U. Naley, IC. Robinson, M. Myers. History of Publications 'l'he first year hook in Pitcairn High School was published by the t'lass ol' 15123. 'l'he staff included : lillflilfll' in Vlliej' ...,,. ...,.. I Iniins llASllDOIillAR, .l.v.o'.wlanI li'flz'Im- ....... ..,,. I ,A Voxxn SWANK liu.vmw.vs .Ilunuywr ......,,., tiicoicoia I'A'r'1'151:soN .ls.wl. Ii11si'm'.w.w Mg: '... ....,, I IA1co1.n XVEIISIIONS ,tri lffllifllf. .........,.,,,, ,.... X VIIIIIIAM IZAIQKELII .l.wsl, .ilrl ldflilm '..., ,,......... . IAMif:s N1cW1.1N Sat-iwly lu'flilor ..... ......... A IAimAic1a'r litfssELL Sporling Ifflilfn ',,.,.,. ,..,........... 1 Xi.1,icN liRIMM lf'fu-ullyf .lfl1w'.w'.w ..,... Miss Museo, Mic. Wow ln IHIS7 the second year book was published and has continued to date. Each class has kept the same name ol' the book, the Retrospect,y' which was named by thc Class of 1923, Mr. William M. Smith revised the publica- tion ol' the ltetrospeet in 15137 and has been adviser to all since then with the exception of the ISMEI hook, which was supervised by Miss Alberta ll. Stafford. 'I'helirs1 newspaper in l'itcairn lligh School was published in 1926 when the Seniors edit- ed a paper, the l'itcairn Iligh Times. which was a printed paper witll ltllizabeth Smith as editor. There were two issues ol' this paper. In N330-31 and 1931-32 the l'iper was the name ol' the students' pub- lication. l'lach of these years there were three editions ol' this paper. A Iiatin paper, the UVip,l' was published in ISI3-L-333. lioth publi- cations were niiineogrraplled. The first regular school publication was started in 19365-37, with XV. M. Smith as ad- viser and has been carried througli until now with the exception of 1935? in which year there was no paper published. This year the Senior members of the Press Club edited the iirst three editions of the Tat- tler and then tu1'ned it over to the Junior members of the Press Club so that the Seniors might devote all their time to the editing of the 50th Anniversary History ot Pitcairn. 'l'he Press Club participates in other activi- ties besides publications. In ISI-I2--I3 they sponsored assembly programs for the boys going' into the service, purchased a service Hag for the facility and students going' into the service and maintained the flag, and sponsor- ed the tirst sale of Ivar Savings Bonds and Stamps. 'llhis year the club has held several dances to raise funds for the purchase of a permanent memorial tablet and had charge of the sale of the Senior play tickets. The annual Press Club banquet was held this year in the VVilliam Penn Hotel where the club celebrated the completion of the 50th Anniversary History Book. one hinnlrcii .vraielztem Bowl ,of Zcfucalion J. V. KLINE Mus. MYRTLE REESE PERCY V. LIOHTENFELS S9C7'9ffWU Vice President FRANK W. IQEELEY President JASON S. SNYDER DAXVID MCBIUNNV, SR. RALPH E, WILSON N one hundred eighteen During the years 1890, 1891 and prior thereto, school children from 1Valurba, Pa., now Pitcairn, Pa., then a village in Patton Township, attended the old Brinton school. located about one mile east of our town. ln the fall of 1891 a private school was opened in the back room of the old United Brethren Church on Brinton Avenue. Par- ents, desiring their children to remain in town, sent them to this school. Miss Cormany, who was the daughter of Rev. Cormany, pas- tor of the United Brethren Church, was the teacher. Pupils paid 352.00 per Illtllltil and furnished their own books. ln 1892 a four-room school house was erect- ed on Eighth Street. This was a two-story building with two rooms on each floor. A. T. Simpson was the contractor and the two lower rooms were finished for the 1892 fall term. School opened with only one room i11 use, Miss Mary Green being the teacher. In the sum- mer of 1893 J. M. Graham and VV. J. Snyder, in the employ of tl. W. Palmer, contractor, completed the two upper rooms in time for the fall term. Vtlith the opening of school in the fall of '93, the community had greatly enlarged, so that threc rooms were in use, with the follow- ing teachers: Miss Elizabeth Graham, Room 1, with 74 pupils, Miss Minnie A. Young, Room 2, with 59 pupils, Albert A. Gutfey, Room 3, with 51 pupils. Patton township school directors at this time were: A. T. Simpson, Samuel Brinton, Mr. Maxwell, II. W. Balsley and T. B. De- A rmitt. On October 12, 1893, special patriotic ex- ercises were held at the Brinton School. About 200 school children, headed by their teach- ers, Walurba Council No. 859, Jr. O.U.A.M., and many citizens of the town and vicinity. paraded to the Brinton School, where they presented to the school a beautiful silk flag and handsome Bible. The Rev. Cartright, of Irwin, Pa., made the presentation. During this year the Young Peoplels Liter- ary Society was organized. This organization was similar in scope to our present Parent Teachers Association. Teachers. pupils and many interested citizens met in tl1e school every Friday night, where they read essays and papers on our schools and had debates and discussions on the questions of that day. Officers were: James Graham, president, O. Young, vice president, Miss Mayme VVarner, secretary. Minnie Young Mcflara and Annie Naser Brickel also served as secretaries. This organization functioned for many years and their weekly meetings were important events in the life of the community. The school term ended April 4, 1894, this being the last school session held under the name of the village of 1Valurba, Pa. Deeming the school term rather short. a two and one- half months summer school was instituted, where special attention was given to advanced grades. The terms were: A grade, 261.00 per month, B grade, 80cg and a reduction of 10 per cent was allowed it' more than one of the same family attended. The summer school was taught by Joseph S. Lichtenfels. In the summer ot' 1894, Pitcairn, Pa., was incorporated as a borough. NVith the coming of the '94 fall term, Pitcairn school opened with all four rooms in use and with the fol- lowing faculty: Room 1, Elizabeth Graham, Room 2, Margaret Elliot, Room 3, John R. Tilbrook, Room 4, Joseph S. llichtenfels, principal. The first school board of Pitcairn borough consisted of A. T. Simpson, president, Dr. J. G. Stewart, secretary, C. S. Reed, l. J. 1Val- lace, Elmer L. Miller, R. D. McElroy and T. J. VVilson, solicitor. By the time school opened in 1895, fall term, it was necessary to open another room. The old United Presbyterian Church, corner Highland a11d Third Street, was used as Room 5. Jolm Scott was principal that term, but did not complete the term. F. J. McKnight succeeded him. At the time of the first meeting of the new- ly organized Pitcairn School Board, July 25, 1894, they did not have taxes or other means for financing the schools. The offer of Brad- dock National Bank to carry their bonds was accepted. Cffontinued on page 1215 one hundred nineteen Pitcairn's First Principal Joseph S. Lichtenfels was born April 4, 1862 in West Wheatfield Township, Indiana County, Pa. He attended the public schools in his native Town- ship and graduated from Indiana State Normal School in 1882. Mr. 'Lichtenfels was principal of Bolivar, Pa. and Seward, Pa. schools prior to his coming here in 1892. He was the first principal of the newly organ- ized Pitcairn Borough schools in 1894. Mr. Lichtenfels was the first president of Coun- cil. While serving on the Council, he was elected to serve on the School Board, serving continuously for fifteen years. J osEPH S. LICHTENEELS First School Board A. T. SIMPSON, President DR. J. G. STEWART, Secretary I. J. WALLACE ELMER L. MILLER , C. S. REED First School House Located on Eighth Avenue T. W. WILSON, Solicitor R. D. MCELROY mn, 1 .fgnlgfi f ffffb. Q. . X . .7 fzfzffffffz 1' ff X xr. 7 .2 ,.1i5i5'i??? I 1 :1Q22f sf r illrir - 2 f5z' '. 1g , It ll IB I S r .-.1-1-ZgE5'?.j' ig, - ' X 5 ' V v-f'j3l3fj-1-gif,--'T' jii,,,j5- V -::Lf '- J' I Ffii' 51 if f 'kilt f ,Lf-235' . . -ZLQW 1,-H J'Tf??: ' l Ili 1' gg li A' ijml , lg , il ,A- fff m I I LEH UI x ii Ill . fa ie:f--- Y--.I-. . i- f - ,,f-fL:- W - ' ,Gif S .... iligiiiijjr T LLQZEB' nlllnllnllliura 'i3:.. 4g ,. :. iFIllill. L, 4,7 1 Q 8 ii' ' L- .... . I , W - ' affliwff my one hundred tfwenly Jlatw, .af Pham Sdmla Our No. 1 school building' on Sixth Street was erected during 1895 and 1896 and was dedicated February 22, 1896. This building was designed for eight rooms. The fall term ol' 1896 opened with six rooms in use, Profes- sor Howard 1Velsh, principal. The annex was completed in 1899 with two rooms on the lower floor. The second floor of the annex was useil many years as a high school auditorium. The lligh School was organized by Profes- sor II. Welsh. During' his year with us, music was added to our curriculum. Miss Mary Ellen Steele was our first music teacher and remain- ed with us in that capacity for many years The next year Professor E. H. Knoch took over our schools. Under his guidance, Pit- cairn's first high school class graduated in 1898. The graduates were Eva Ilouston, Katie Frank, Nina Peoples, Grace Jones, Edgar Mattox, Robert Horner and Raymond Toohill. Pitcairn 's new school having a bell tower but no bell. it was suggested that a committee call on Robert Pitcairn, for whom the town was named, to enlist his aid in securing a bell. The committee consisted of Joseph S. Lichten- fels, C. S. Reed, J. P. Trout and Elmer L. Miller. Mr. Pitcairn installed a fine bell in our school and it is still in use. As the years passed and the community expanded, the necessity for another school building was apparent. The 12-room building, now designated as Building No. 2, was com- pleted and dedicated on May 30, 1906. lt is located on Agatha Street. About this time the following' article ap- peared in the kicker column of the Ex- press, local paper: kicker editor 'tExpress : l want to say a word regarding the breaking ol' windows and destruction of property by boys here in 1Valurba. VVhose fault is it, the parents or the boys? My house was stoned and the water pipe nearly torn off the other day.-D. We cite this merely as a reminder that the school board and town fathers of that day had their headaches too. Pitcairn 's dream ot' a high school building was realized in 1916 with the dedication of the new eight-rooni High School Building on Agatha Street. The two-room building in North Pitcairn was acquired from Patton Township in 192-L, when this development became a part of our Borough. ln 1927 the increased enrollment necessi- tated the building of an annex to the High School Building. This consisted of nine class- rooms and an auditorium. The annex was ded- icated April 30, 1929. The course of study having now been ex- tended to include physical education, a gym- nasium was built adjacent to the No. 2 Grade School Building on Agatha Street. The athletic Held and grounds opposite Broadway had been used by the schools, town. P.R.B. and the P.R.R. Y.M.C.A. jointly for the past 40 some years. In 1936 the School Board took over the lease for this property. They first modernized and repaired the ath- letic field through various 1V.P.A. projects and employed local help whenever possible. Second, they secured tax exemption for the field and grounds. Last, in conjunction with Council, they arranged through the court for local police protection. NVe now have one of the finest and largest fields in the state. lt is constantly in use by our schools and the com- munity in general. In this past year, 1943, it was the scene of the most successful football season in the history of our school. Realizing that the majority of high school students do not attain the privileges of a col- Cliontinued on page 1231 Dedication of Building No. 2 one hundred tfwenty-one PRINCIPALS TODAY MR. C. A. BAIR Supe1'v1'sing Principal Mr. C. A. Bair graduated in 1926 from Turtle Creek Union High School. He went to Allegheny College and in 1930 received his Bachelor of Science degree. Ile obtained his Masters in Education at the University of Pittsburgh and is now working for a Doctor 's degree. Mr. Bair spent six years at Hickory Township, Mercer County, four years teaching and two years as the Super- vising Principal. From there he went to Turtle Creek Public School serving there seven years as the Elementary Super- visor and Junior High Principal. MR. GEORGE A. FAILS High School Principal In 1913 Mr. Fails started his first posi- tion in the teaching field, as a grade school teacher, at Moon Township. From there he Went to Wilkins Township, where he became teacher and principal. He returned to college and in 1922 grad- uated from Grove City, where he received his Bachelor of Science Degree. Con- tinuing his educational career, he receiv- ed a position as teacher of Science at Vllestmont Upper Yoder High School in Johnstown. He then came to Pitcairn High School to teach mathematics and biology, and after four year, he became high school principal. In 1935 he re- ceived his Master of Education degree from the University of Pittsburgh. Due to a three months absence in 1941 of Mr. R. L. Roose, Mr. Fails acted as supervising principal. Mr. Fails spent most of the 1943-44 school term confined to the hospital due to illness . om' hundred tm enty-tfwo Af Scfwald lege education, the necessity arose to help the student find his bent and help fit him for a career in industry. ln 1937 a shop was estab- lished in the basement of the High School. Primary steps are taught in wood, sheet metal electric and machine shop, and foundry prac- tice. 7 This is just the first step in our plan to de- velop a full shop course in its various branches, which is our vision and follows the modern trend in education. At the same time, 1937, a thoroughly equip- ped domestic science room was installed on the second fioor of the High School Building. IIere the girls are taught many phases of home economics. Some boys chose to attend this class. Several years ago a class in journalism was added to our course of study and has proved to be very popular and progressive from the beginning. The school paper, The Tattler, is a splendid example of the work the Press Club is doing. VVith all these improvements, Pitcairn Pub- lic Schools with an enrollment of 1,200 pupils and a. splendid facility of 47 under the able supervision of C. A. Bair, supervising prin- cipal and his assistant G. A. Fails, High School principal, have given educational op- portunities to the young people of our com- munity. Pitcairn can be justly proud of its many, graduates who have become very successful and honored in the various walks of life. Pitcairn citizens, not heretofore mentioned, who have served on the Pitcairn Board of Education are: VV. E. Altmiller, C. VV. Booh- er, C. F. Burroughs, Walter G. Bell, W. N. Barnhart, George A. Buck, Hugh J. Brend- linger, J. W. Clawson, G. B. Cashdollar, Dr. F. B. Craig, Charles A. Decker, Frank S. Det- man, W. H. Fegan, S. S. Feehrer, Abe Frank, A. S. Huey, Walter Hysoug, J. C. Horton, W. H. Hugus, John B. Kane, Frank VV. Keeley, James V. Kline, R. H. Lowry, Joseph S. Lich- tenfels, Percy V. Lichtenfels, Frank Lesher, W. H. Martin, R. B. Mack, David McMunn, Sr., H. E. McClain, Mrs. Eleanor A. McDow- ell, William McMunn, Mrs. Frances C. Patter- son, C. E. Edwards, Mrs. Myrtle Reese, Dr. John B. Rugh, Samuel E. Snyder, Blair Studebaker, Jason S. Snyder. George W. Smith, John H. Smith, Fred II. Straitiif, Mrs Adda Smith, F. H. Statts, J. P. Trout, O. M. Tilbrook, Dr. John R. Tilbrook, Ralph E. Wil- son and C. M. Zeth. Supervising principals, not heretofore men- tioned: A. R. Hodge, 1906-1909, A. B. Benn, 1909- 1913, J. H. Wenrzei, 1913-1916, C. G. Pierce, 1916-1920, C. W. Peters, 1920-1923, F. H Hare, 1923-1929, C. C. Pearsall, 1929-1934- R. L. Roose, 1934-1943. 7 zigala one hundred twenty-three PITCAIRN GRADE SCI-ICOLS ik Qzfmnafiium Salma! ffeadannel TI'l'lISlll'I'l' Nwllrzrff lfllfffll' SUIIUUI-ffll' . I s. S. IIx'ul11:s Du.-T.B.RI'c:l1 Jos. N. IIUSTON 0-!'f1'f-ff l'Iw1'k HELEN DOBSON Custodians Front Row-Zann R. B0llllf'ff, Emily Dvnt. Sc-vond ROXI'-Cll2l,I'l0S E. .Hl'llI'y, XVIII. M. Gillizmd, 011211105 R. YV:xitv, John D. Quay. Absent-Roxio M. Wilson, Stvllzn Dunn. ' one hlllldfhf lfwrlzty-five 40141 P' ' iqff Q Class of 1898 I 1 First Row-l'ldg:u' Mattox, Katie Frank, Prof. E. H. Knoch, Principnlg Nina Peoples, Raymond Toohill. Second Row-Grace Jones, Robert Horner, Eva Huston. GRADUATING CLASS OF 1903 After Addition of High School Front Row-Bess Ligitte, Mami VVhite, Leon Keck, Agnus Campbell. Second Row-Marguerite Martin, Harry XVissing0r, Stella Kraft, Prof. Boll. one hu mired tfwenty-six E a ew eff za eu mace M thilda Clara Mild ef 0llS0 Coll James Louise Carolyn Jayne Max Monahan, St. Adams Sporck Radford Ruby Seniors Whose Parents Have Graduated From Pitcairn High School 'Ir hdll fy JOHN CURTIS ALLEN CLeavc of Absenceb LILLIAN LOUISE BALDY Bachelor of Science in Secre- tarial Studies. Carnegie Institute of Technology. Master of Edu- cation. University of Pittsburgh. Subjects: Business English, Typewriting 2, Shorthand 2, Sec- retarial Science. Extra Curricu- lar Activities: Junior Class Adviser. VERLE KECK Indiana State Teachers College. Subjects: Arithmetic, Algebra. M. BERNICE KEEFER Bachelor of Arts in English. Pennsylvania College for Women. Subjects: English 4, Public Speaking. Extra Curricular Ac- tivities: Commencement Activ- ities, Assembly Club. ANNA BETTY PRINGLE BERGMAN Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Languages. University of Pitts- burgh. Subjects: English, Span- ish. Extra Curricular Activities: Freshman Tri-Hi-Y Adviser, Junior Play Director, Dramatic Club Adviser, Freshman Class Adviser. RUDOLPH S. BRUGGEMAN Leave of Absence fNavyJ one hundred t-wenty-eight MARTHA RUTH BOYLE Bachelor of Science in Com- mercial Education. Master of Education. University of Pitts- burgh. Subjects: Typewriting 1, Typewriting 2, Shorthand 1. Extra Curricular Activities: Sen- ior Class Adviser, Senior An- nouncements Adviser, Senior Publicity Director. J. I. LAUFFER Bachelor of Arts. Franklin and Marshall College. Master of Arts in the Social Studies and Edu- cation. Columbia University. Subjects: Problems of American Democracy, Economics, United States History. ADAM B. SHAFFER, JR. Leave of Absence fArmyQ WILLIAM M. SMITH Bachelor of Science in Educa- tion. VVest Virginia University. Master in Letters. University of Pittsburgh. Subjects: United States History, World History, Journalism. Extra Curricular Ac- tivities: Year Book Adviser, The Tattler Adviser, Printing Club Adviser, Junior Ring Ad- riser. GAIL WARNOCK Leave of Absence CWavesj MICHAEL LOYA Bachelor of Science in Indus- trial Arts. State Teachers Col- lege in Terre Haute, Ind. Sub- jects: Industrial Arts. 4 1944 WILLIAM EDWARD KANE Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts. West Virginia University. Bachelor of Law. Duquesne Uni- versity. Subjects: Civics, Gen- eral Science. ELFRIEDA G. KUHN Bachelor of Science in Conuner- cial Education. Indiana State Teachers College. Graduate Stud- ies. University of Pittsburgh. Subjects: Junior Business 'l'rain- ing, Bookkeeping, English. MARY LOUISE NASER Bachelor of Arts. Grove City College. Post Graduate Work. Pennsylvania State College. Car- negie Institute of Technology. Subjects: llistory, English. PEARL L. TINKEY, R. N. llenry Clay Frick Memorial Hospital. School Nurse. Extra Curricular Activities: Sponsor J unior Red Cross Prograin, First Aid and Home Nursing Instruc- tor. ' TRUTH CRAWFORD JONES Bachelor of Arts. Pennsylvania College for XVonien. Subjects: Librarian, Library Science. LOUIS G. NICOL Bachelor of Arts in Science. Capitol University. Master of Education. University of Pitts- burgh. Subjects: Physics, Solid Geometry, Algebra 2, Trigo- nonietry. MARY E. WALDRON Bachelor of Science in Voca- tional Home Economics. Car- negie Institute of Technology University of Pittsburgh. Sub- jects: Home Economies. DOROTHY M. STEFFLER Bachelor of Arts in Education Pennsylvania State College Bachelor of Science in Secre- tarial Studies. Carnegie Insti- tute of Tecliliology. Subjects: Latin, English. MARY LL'1'lLLl'l SHOWMAN-Bachelor of Science in Art Edu:-utinn: University of Pittsburgh: Carnegie Institute of Technology: Subjects: Art Supervision. INEZ L. MAGILI.-liar-helor of Science in Science: University of Pittsbursrh: Resfistered in Medical and Radiological Tcchnolory: Subjects: General Chemistry, Household Chem- istry, Biolofzy: Extra Curricular Activities: Sonhomore Class Adviser. MAY K. SNEARY-Bachelor of Public School Music: Mount Union College: Work at Carnegie Institute of Technology: Subjects: Band. Music, Glee Club. HELEN ILENE SMITH-Bachelor of Arts in Psychology: Wooster College: Subjects: Gym, Health: Extra Curricular Activities: Leaders Club Adviser, Senior Tri-Hi-Y, Cheer- leaders Adviser, Intramural Basketball. MARGARET E. LEHM-University of Pittsburgh: Pennsyl- vania State College, Bachelor of Arts, Master of Education, Subjects: General Mathematics, Plain Geometry. one hundred tfwenty-nine one hundred thirty BERT O. KEEFER IN MEMORIAM In Memoriam to our former classmate who died serving his country. .-S' CLASS OFFICERS 1944 CoNN11f: MH.I.EIa ..A. .,,.,...,,.,. P I'CS'l'llC72f Ronurvr RIl E ...,, ,7,...S. ..,...,.. .....,. T f ' 1'f-0-P1'1'sifIcnt BIICLROSIC l51wNN1-:MAN ....SS.. .,,..., H S'vcrcfary CAROLYN SPORQK . .......S..,. ......... T rcasm'e1' COLORS PINK AND NVlll'l'E FLOWER CARNATTON MOTTO The Class of ,44 will help win tl1e War ALMA MATER Dear Pitcairn High School Thy dear name We praiseg In loving mem 'ries Honors We will raise. We stand to bless you, Always We will try, Ne 'er to forget Tl1ee, Dear old Pitcairn High. one hundred thirty-one LOUISE ADAMS What fare I how the uforlzl goes. DEEDS: Press Club: 3, 4, President 4 Library Club, 4: Treasurer 4: Glen Club, 3. 4: Tri Hi Y. 3, 43 Assembly Club: Sec., Treas. Student Council: 4, President 4 Senior Play Junior Play Home Room President: 4 Dramatic Club: 3 Year Book Staff, 4 Tattlor Staff: 3, 4 WALTER ANTIMARINO 'f0h give nsgthe boy who sings at his work. DEEDS: Football: 2, 3, 4 Baseball: 2 Junior Play Co-Captain Football: 4 Monitor Club JEAN BRENDLINGER A little l7L'll1g4llS'lI7771.flj Slllllfu. DEEDS: Monitor Club! Vice-President Glee Club: 3 Usher Senior Play Tri Hi Y: 2, 3, 4 Senior Play-Publicity Com. Junior PI2i3 -Pl'0K1'2lD1 Cum. Taittler Staff: 3 Yom' Book Staff: -1 IIl7Illl'l'0Olll ViCevPl'eside1it IRENE BURKETT May wisdom he with me alwaysf' DEEDS: Style Show: 2 Tri Hi Y 3 RUTHELLA CHAMBERS Happiness at least is not .soliiaryfl DEEDS: Glee Club: 2, 3, 4 Tri Hi Y: 2, 3, 4 Library Club: 2 Librarian Junior Nine Junior Play Promoter Senior Play NICK CICCOTELLI Thou, too, shalt return home in honour. Navy Air Corps one hundred thirty-tfwo RUSSELL AGER f'It is better fo know less than to know much that ain't so.'l U, S. Navy MARGARET BALANT Taint no use to sit anal whine, when the fish ain't on your line. ' ' DEEDS: Tri Hi Y: 2 Glee Club: 2 Press Club: 3, 4 Tattler Staff: 4 Year Book Staff: 4 Monitor Club Usher Junior Play MELROSE BRENNEMAN We go our ways in life too mach alone. DEEDS: Glee Club: 2, 3 Tri Hi Y: 2. 3, 4 FLORENCE CARRIER How many simple ways there are to do things. DEEDSZ Tri Hi YC 2 Style Showi 2. 3 DELORES CICCOTELLI Born to bring joy and peace to others. DEEDS: Style Show: 2 Program Committee, Senior Play Ticket Committee, Junior Play HELEN CRAIG Then she will ta-llc, boy, how she will talk. DEEDS: Tri I-Ii Y: 2, 3, 4 Glee Club! 2, 3, 4 Librarian Monitor Club: 4 Senior Play DALE CUTSHALL We mahrf way for the boy who boldly pushrfx past us. DEEDS: Hi-Y: 4 Glee Clubg 3 CAROLINE DEPAUL Arrive hc, whiff' you may. luil-IDS: Styli- Show: 5: NARIDA EVANS NoIhi1zg yI'I'llf wax wer a1'ltir'1:r'rl 'l1'lfll0llf fntltusiasm. ' ' DEEDS: Tri Hi Y: 2, Il, 4 Prof-xident: 4 Glvu Club: 2, Ji, 4 Dramatic- Club: It Press Club: 8, 4 Year Book Staff Usher Junior Play Tzittlvr Staff: 3, 4 Maki--Un Com, Senior Play Monitor: 4 HAZEL FOWKES I find this world, not sad If glad. DICICDS: Glme Club: 2, Il Monitor Club: 4 HELEN GOGOL 'hlmlge me not by my .-:ize. ' DEEDS: Glue Club: 2, 3 Tri Hi Y: 2. 3 Student Counvil: 2 Tattler Staff: 15, 4 Year Book Stuff Librarian: 3 Junior Play Committee Mniori-tie, 2, 3. 4 Senior Play Committee 1'i-css Club: 3, 4 HELEN HARKINS Wo should count limi' by hm throbsf' lllil-JDS: Gloi- Club: 2, Ji 'Pri Hi YC 2, Il, 4 Dramatic Cluh 3 ul TI OLGA DELETIS Unspoken words are like treasures in the mind. DEEDS: Style Show: 2, 3 ll JOSEPH EDWARDS It dons not take great 'mm to do great th-ings. DEEDS: Football: 3, 4 Hi-Y: 4 Assembly Club: 4 Monitor Club: 4 Senior Play JAMES FINLEY Happy as the day is long. U. S. Navy NELLIE FRANCESCHINI Her voice was eowr .vofl.' DEEDS: Class Socretury: 2, 3 Style Show: 2, Zi CAROLYN GRUMBLING There is a limit to vvvry- thing. DEEDS: Give Club: 2, 3, 4 Tri Hi Y: 2. 3. 4 Dramatic Club: 3 Junior Play ' Style Show: 3 Student Council: -1 Library Club: 4 WALTON HENDERSHOT Give me strength! DEEDS: Hi-Y Glee Cl11b 2, 3. 4 Orchestra: 4 Librarian Club: 3, 4 Junior Play Senior Play one hundred thirty-three CHARLES HENRY If I could but have my will- DEEDS: Football: 3, 4 Basketball: 2, 3. 4 GEORGE I-IOLLIBOUGH Conquer your foe by force- after all, what would life be without fighting. DEEDS: Football: 2, 3, 4 LUCILLE HORTON fPatienee is the wisest recipe for success. DEEDS: Tri Hi YI 3 Glee Club: 2, 3, 4 Dramatic Club: 3 Student Librarian: 3, 4 Junior Nine Library Club: 4 Promoter in Junior Play LOUISE JOY All her life is music filled. DEEDS: Style Show: 2, 3 Ticket Committee Junior Play WILLAVENE LLOYD ' ' 'Tis her giggle that doth make her most admired. DEEDS: Tri Hi Y: 2, 3, 4 Monitor Club: 4 Leaders Club: 4 Press Club: 3 BETTY LORINIC No one is useless in the world who lightens the burdens of others. DEEDS: Sophomore and 'Junior Class President Homeroom President: 4 Student Council: 4 Tri Hi Y Assembly Club: 4 one hundred thirty-four LORRAINE HOEY Silence is a perfected herald of joy. DEEDS: Glee Club: 2, 3, 4 Tri Hi YI 2, 3 Dramatic Club: 3 MELVILLE HOUSEHOLDER My heart is wax to be molded as SHE wishes. DEEDS: Press Club: 3 Football: 2, 3 Glee Club: 2. 3, 4 Student Librarian: 4 Library Club: 4 Junior Play Senior Play Dramatic Club: 4 Hi-Y: 2, 3 Varsity Club: 2, 3 ALTHEA J ONE S UI am more and more impressed with the duties of finding happi- ness. ' ' DEEDS: Glee Club: 2, 3 Tri Hi Y: 2, 3. 4 Style Show: 3 Jr. Play Committee Dramatic Club: 3 VIVIEN KING Better late than neverl' DEEDS: Junior Play Tri Hi Y: 2, 3, 4 Monitor Club: 4 Assembly Club: 4 Press Club: 3 Senior Plafy 7 ANTOINETTE LOFFREDO Never hunt trouble. DEEDS: Style Show: 2 Monitor Club: 4 Junior Play Ticket Committee GAIL MAGUIRE Love loses none of its strength by dividing. DEEDS: Tri Hi Y: 2, 3, 4 Glee Club: 2, 3 Dramatic Club: 3 Monitor Club: 4 Senior Play JEANNE McMULLEN What ix good is 'urorlh repeating. ' ' DEEDS: Tri Hi Y: 2, Il, 4 Leaders Club: 3, 4 Style Show: 3 ll CONNIE MILLER I urn content with what 1 haue. DFIEDS: Monitor Club: 4 Senior Class President Tri H1 Y Student Conncilg 4 PHYLLIS MORROW Be happy in this present flag! ' ' DEEDS: Glce Club: 2 Style Show: 2, 3 Monitor Club: 4 Librarian Club: 4 BARBARA OGLE If at any time you're blue someihing for someone else go do! DEEDS: Pres. L1-rulers Club: 3, 4 Tri Hi Y: 2, Ji, 4 JOSEPH PETROCELLI Whatever I understand to be right I desire to practice. FRANK QUEAR You cannot flrram yourself into a rharaetrrf' DEEDS: Assembly Club, 4 Stain! Crow, J! DOMENICK MIGNOGNA Knowledge shouldn't be much use till it is seasoned. DEE'DS: Stage Crew: 2, 3, 4 Jr. Varsity Basketball: 23 Glee Club: 4 Monitor Club: 4 Sr. Play Cast JAMES MONAHAN Silence is golden. ALBERT NIGUT Keep in touch with today. EDWARD PEER Most of the work of the world is drudgeryf' DEEDS: Football: 3. 4 ROSE VERA PRICE 'flt is not a question of how much we have to do, but how it is to be done. DEEDS: Tri Hi Y: 2, 3, 4 V. P. Leaders Club: 4 Treasurer Glee Club: 2 Vice President, Sophomores Home Room Vice President JAYNE RADFORD Love one another. DEEDS: Leaders: 3, 4 Tri Hi Y: 2, 3, 4 Glee Club: 2, 3 Dramatic Club: 3 Cheerleader: 3, 4 Library Club: 4 Monitor Club: 4 one hundred thirty-fifve ROBERT RICE I will be wise-in time. DEEDS: Basketball: 2, 3, 4 Gln-e Club: 2, 3 Dramatic Club: 3 Jr. Play Cast Hi-Y: 2, 3 51 MAX RUBY A young man idle, is an old man needyf, DEEDS: Baseball: 2 Basketball: 2, 3, 4 Football Manager: 2, J, 4 DOROTHY RUSNACK A night-ingale dies for shame if another bird sings beter. DEEDS: Cheerleader: 2, 3, 4 T1'i Hi Y Le-:1sler's Club: 3. 4 Gloe Club: 2, 3, 4 Dramatio Club: 3 Junior Play Senior Play GAIL SINCLAIR What makes life dreary is no men. DEEDS: Glee Club: 2, 3, 4 Tri Hi Y: 2, 3, 4 Dramatic Club: 3 Assembly Club: 4 Junior Nine Leaders Club: 3, 4 FRANCES TARTAGLIONE Begin now to stand alone. DEEDS: Style Show: 2, 3 Junior Play: Make-Un Com- mittee, Ticket Committee ALMA WHITFIELD And one should give a gleam of happiness whenever it is possible. DEEDS: Glee Club: 2, 3, 4 Tri Hi Y: 3, 4: Treasurer Dramatic Club: 3 Junior Nine Assembly Club: 4: Vice-Pres. Student Council: 4 Junior Play Senior Play one hundred thirty-.fix JEAN ROBINSON One person I have to make good-myself. ' ' DEEDS: Tri Hi Y: 2: 3 Glee Club: 2 Monitor Club: 4 Junior Play Program Cum. Senior Play EDWARD RUPP Heights were reached by great men and kept, All this happen- ed while you slept. DEEDS: Basketball: 4 MARILYN SCOTT Fain would I 1-limb, yet fear I to fall. DEEDS: Glee Club: 2 Tri Hi Y: 2. 3 Monitor Club: 4 Junior Class Play Ticket Com- mittee CAROLYN SPORCK Do thy duty: that is best: leave someone else to do the rest! DEEDS: Glee Club: 2, 3, 4 Dramatic Club: 3 Tri Hi Y: 2, 3, 4 Library Club 4, Secretary Senior Class Treasurer Junior Play Junior Nine Leaders Club: 4 Student Librarian: 4 1 LLOYD THOMAS Keep thy muscles trained. DEEDS: Football: 2, 3, 4 Monitor Club: 4 Hi-Y: 4 Senior Play Stage Crew SAMUEL WILLIAMSON Three things are necessary for success - backbone, backbone, and more backbone. DEEDS: Hi-Y: 2. 3. 4 Glee Club: 2 Basketball Manager: 3, 4 Football Manager: 4 Tattler Staff: 3, 4 Press Club: 3, 4 Year Book Staff: 4 Monitor Club: 4 Assembly Club: 4 Printing Club: 3 ' 1Ef E 1 nisf 7-'