Port Allegany Union High School - Tiger Lily Yearbook (Port Allegany, PA)

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CLYDE LYNCH Winner of McKean County High Schools Oratorical Contest A young man who achieved special fame for Port High. Clyde Lynch was Port’s representative in the County Oratorical Contest held at Kane on April 8. From the first he was real interested in the contest but after winning the local contest and being selected as our representative for the Kane meet he worked with special pains to improve his oration and delivery so far as to win, for his Alma Mater. When the night of April the 8th arrived and Clyde was chosen first speaker the Port crowds were somewhat discouraged and doubtful. But when he took the platform and asked in a commanding voice “Citizens of the United States, what does the Constitution mean to you ?” they lost their fear and before his speech was concluded they were confident of victory. When the final representative had delivered his oration the Port crowds still retained their air of confidence and when the chairman announced Clyde I ynch as winner, he merely confirmed their belief. Being winner of the County meet not only brought personal fame to the winner but presented a beautiful silver cup to the school as a trophy. In the sectional meet at Greenville he was awarded second place which in itself was a great honor considering the range of opposition. El Clydo is not only known for his oratorical ability but he has held many responsible offices in the school, being editor of the Bugle, football manager, a member of the Spanish Club and having served as president of the Class of ’27 as Juniors. He has a good personality and is very popular among his schoolmates and friends.

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 GENEVIEVE LARSON Is better known as Gen” and has followed the Class of ’27 through the four long years of work and study. Gen is a fine gu who is always willing to help the class in all its activities and do her part in making school life a sucess. Gen is always smiling and will do her best to help a classmate with a difri-cult lesson. ALBERT H. LEWIS Became a member of our famous class as a Freshman. Mr. Lewis is known as Arkey because of his scientific inclination, and his inventive turn of mind. Arkey is one of our classmates who has used his time to good advantage as shown in his high scholastic standing. When serving on committees Mr. Lewis has proved himself a most valuable member. Arkey was a member o. the Debating Club and again proved his ability. LEONA MEACHAM Leona is another young lady who has been with the class since its organization. In all the years of study and pleasure Leona has taken an active part in all class functions and has proved the fact that she can be relied upon .or any duty. She has made many friend3 and made a good record as a student. LOIS OSTRANDER Received her basic education in the Brooklyn Side School after which she entered the institution known as the Port Allegany High School. Lois became one of the most popular young ladies of the class of ’27 and soon showed her determination to graduate and go to Washington and it is for these goals that she has been working for the past four years. Miss Ostrander has taken an active part in all class functions and has been a member of the Spanish Club and Glee Club.

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ALICE PUHL Has followed the class from the first grade to the highest goal, that of graduation. Alice is more commonly known as “Al.” We are sure Alice has distinguished herself, not only as a student but as a diligent worker and a faithful classmate. Alice has served on numerous committees and has done her share to place the class of ’27 on the map. JOSEPH A. PLUNKETT Joseph became a member of our aggregation as a Freshman after completing his course in the Turtle Point Grade School. He was immediately given the name Jo, oy whic.i he has been known through High Scho .!. Jo has been a model student as shown by his high marks and sincere attitude towards attaining an education. Mr. Plunkett has been a «ine class mate and a kind friend and we are sure that he will be a brilliant success. CARL ROSS Owes his early training to the Brooklyn Side from where he graduated in 1923 and enlisted in the ranks of the High School Class of ’27. He was soon named ,‘Pat,, and immediately began to distinguish himself in the Agricultural department, holding many offices in that organization during his High School course. Pat has always been active in all the class activities and has proved that he is one of the most valuable members of the class. Mr. Ross played prominent part in athletic , having been a foot ball Letter Man of 192 7. CLIO RUTTER Clio Rutter joined the class of ’27 at the beginning o. the Junior Year, coming from West Virginia. Clio is the Class Cartoonist and artist, as well as being on the staff of the Tiger Lily. Mr. Rutter first brought fame to himself by doing the famous Charleston dance and later invented the Romunskey. Clio is a good natured student and is always ready to do his duty whether the task be great or small.