Scott High School - Highlander Yearbook (North Braddock, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1953 volume:

19 JhsL ClaAA Qg. Scott dliqh. SchooL Thfdk. (Bhaddnclc, (psmnALjlvanijCL PROUDLY PESENTS THIS SEVENTH EDITION of the SCOTT HIGHLANDER 53 Shiidio S aL 2 JtfmvifvcL Opening Night! The reward of many hours of grinding practice and effort. Graduation is our opening night, when we the seniors, like the stars, shall receive our applause. But the actor must keep on practicing, and though we are the stars today, tomorrow a new production begins. Behind the star there are many unseen forces—the stage crew, the make-up men, the supporting actors and the scenery all contribute to the success of the play. Today, the theater is almost as much a part of our life as high school, so it will not be hard for you to visualize the comparison beween the directors and our administration, the producers and our faculty, the stars and the seniors, the supporting actors and the undergraduates. The whole production line of the theater substituted for all the driving forces in the high school which give us the confidence to face our audience, the world. Siudiv (Boahd (DiA rto’i BOARD OF EDUCATION (Diftojdifv DR. F. DeWITT ZUERNER facadiviL (pAoduc A. DR. GALE R. KIRSCHNER (p uoducsAd, FACULTY Oji l SiaA QoaL SENIORS Supporting (RnJh, JUNIORS Qominq- OWmdtianA SOPHOMORES (RjLhaaAAaLi_ CLASS WORK OdtiviJtifiA, FEATURES AUTOGRAPHS 3 Siudio fcnihanoL 4 Owl OlmcL TVlaisih, VUribhcL d(L Norbra Hi to thee we are loyal. And may thy colors ever wave, Over all the bravest and the truest. Thy dear name from dishonor we shall save. CHORUS Oh, Norbra Hi: dear Norbra Hi, Thy name shall ever loved and honored be. Oh, Norbra Hi, dear Norbra Hi, We’ll always give honor to Thee. i 2nd When no more within thy walls we linger, Still scenes shall dwell in memory dear. When the cares of life have come to save us, Thoughts of thee then shall fill our hearts with cheer. 5 OjuUl, Studio (BoaJuL (DiA chfiA, 1K. JOSEPH LESCINSKY MR. JOSEPH Yt’RKO MR. ROGER GEYAUDEN Secretary MR. STEPHEN PENDRO MR. FRANK FOSTER MR. WILLIAM CASSIDY 6 IAjiwqaajclL fcduacdioYL 9a, JhfL WothsiA, (phDApAhihj MODERN EDUCATIONAL POLICIES ARE DISCUSSED IN A MODERN ATMOSPHERE (DitechA, DR. F. DeWITT ZUERNER 8 Fellow Students: On this bright wintry morning, March 5, 1953, the world is waiting for news—momentuous news. The most terrible, brutal, barbarious, Godless Dictator of all times has at last met his match. The mailed fist lies limp and the world is wondering whether this ends the golden age of civilization or whether we are on the edge of World War III which may set us back 1 (K) years. The way of the Dictators, however, is always the same. Your history tells you the story of the fall of Home—Caesar, Crassius and Pompey—the struggle for power. So it was with Hannibal, with Napoleon, with Bismarck, Hitler and Mussolini,—the Russian dictators of other days—Ghengis Khan, Kublai Khan— Tamerlane and now the battle for power with those who survive Stalin—Molotov, Malenkov and Beria. My friends, there has been a religious thread running through History—the sunken road on the plains of Waterloo, the storm that destroyed the Spanish Galleons off the coast of England, and the fog that saved the remnants of the British Army at Dunkirk. Righteousness always prevails. In 50 short years America has become the leader of the world. We must be unified or attempts will be made to weaken the free world, by jibes, sarcasm and innuendo—by wars for markets and for raw materials. These atheists at the top of a pyramid of power, will like other Dictators in the past go down in ruin, for THEIR PARADISE POSTPONED IS WEAK NOURISHMENT FOB THE PEOPLES OF THE WORLD WHO BEGIN TO THINK FOR THEMSELVES. We have an obligation. I think General Omar Bradley said it—“We have too many men of science, too few men of God. We have mastered the atom and we have forgotten the Sermon on the Mount. We have brilliance without wisdom and we have achieved power without conscience. We are living in an age of nuclear giants and ethical infants. The day of challenge is here.” The Board of Education, the Administration and the Faculty of Scott High School wish you well, as you leave this school, to make your way and your contribution in the wider field of life. Sincerely, DR. ZUERNER Superintendent Studio 0{$ioL doris McClellan Secretary in Charge of Supplies MRS. ANNA GEVAUDEN Secretary to the Board of Education MARY McNALLY Chief Clerk 10 fcx cuiivsL (phuduaiA. DR. GALE R. KIRSCIINER Principal Members of the Class of 1953. soon you will go forth to meet the challenge of life. You will be candidates for jobs. What will you make of the job you take? Will you be a clock watcher, or will your working hours fly swiftlv by? Will your job be a drudgery, or will it be a pleasure? Will you remain on the bottom rung, or will you progress? That will depend upon vou. A man who does a little more than he is asked to do, who takes a little more care than he is expected to do, who puts the small details on an equal footing with the more important ones, is the man who is going to make a success of his job. Each little thing done better is the thin end of the wedge into something bigger. Gale R. Kirschner 11 S vipt $vihu JPul OfMks. The Office Girls are a group of able commercial students of the Junior and Senior class who devote one period a day to the activities of the office. They gain experience and training which enable them to attain better positions in the future. Top Row: K. Graziano, M. Zoretich, M. Sekerchak, V. Knapp, J. Puhala Bottom Row: D Mashoney, L. Page, A. Smith 12 (p wdiJUJUiA. - J aculiif MARION I. MARTIN University of Pgh.—A.R. and M.S. Biology JOSEPH B. KLISKEY Indiana State Teachers College—B.S University of Pgh.—Litt.M. History PHILIP F. ROY Duquesne University—B.Ed. University of Pgh.—M.Ed. History ANDREW G. RENSKO Susquehanna University—A.B. University of Pgh.—M.Ed. Physics JOHN N. REED Penn State College—A.B. History ROBERT M. DUNLAP University of Pgh.—B.S. and Lt.M. Chemistry MICHAEL J. ORISS University of Pgh.—A.B. and M.Ed. Problems of Democracy ELLA MAE RINARD Slippery Rock State Teachers College—B.S. Algebra WM. J. RODGERS Duquesne University—B.E. Mathematics (pAoduaiAA. - J'a cult if FRANK SCHAER University of Pgh.—B.S. and M.Ed. General Mathematics MARY KARNS CORCORAN University of Pgh.—A.B. and M.A. Latin and Librarian RUTH A. GARDILL University of Pgh.—M.A. French-Spanish HELEN K. MILLER University of Pgh.—A.B. and M.Ed. English f MILLICENT L. NEYIN Westminster—A. B. University of Pgh.—Litt.M. English PATRICK J. HAMILL University of Pgh.—A.B. Dncpiesne University—M.Ed. English NICHOLAS STEFKO University of Pgh.—A.B. English GEORGE L. WOMELSDORF Dana’s Music College—B.S. New York University—M.M. Music Director OTILLA R. SONNENBERC University of Pgh.—B.S., Litt.M. Art GLADYS PORTER CLAY University of Pgh.—A.B. Stenography—Commercial MARY A. FERRIERI HUGHES University of Pgh.—B.S. Shorthand—Commercial ERNEST W. SHUNTILL University of Pgh.—B.S. and M.Ed. Phys. Ed. Health (p wduaiAA. - J'aculiIf GEORGE J. RUSKA Duquesne University—B.S. in Ec. and M.Ed. Typing—Commercial VILMA BALOGH Indiana State Teachers College—B.S. in Home Economics DR. II. E. GILKEY School Dentist LILLIAN FRENDZEL University of Pgh.—A.B. Bookkeeping—Commercial MARY M. HOLLY University of Pgh.—B.S. Phys. Ed. Health DR. EUGENE JONES School Doctor (phJDjdjux Adu - 3 a culhf DR. H. TONGUE School Dentist ELSIE SPRUTE School Nurse EARLE POWELL University of Pgh. Shop JOHN E. SMITH Carnegie Tech—B.S. Penn State—M.S. Shop JOSEPH C. BECKER University of Pgh. Shop HENRY ERNST Supt. of Maintenance ETHEL BENNETT MRS. BLANCHE SCHLERETH AGNES LAUCHREY Attendance Officer Attendance Officer Attendance Officer QLaAdu UJilL Last Will and Testament of the Senior Class of Scott High School of the Borough of Nortli Braddock, County of Allegheny, State of Pennsylvania, made and published this 15th day of May, in the Year One Thousand Nine Hundred and Fifty-Three. In the Name of Our Lord, Amen: To our Superintendent, Principal, and Faculty, we give our sincere thanks and deepest gratitude for the help and encouragement they have given us during our three years at Scott. Nancy Aim leaves her height to Nancy Wagner. Dolly Babyak leaves the back seat of any motorcycle to Nancy Clawson. Marilyn Barkman leaves her knack of borrowing gum to Norma Elliot. Gus Bell leaves his cool ways and dancing steps to the two Blannons. Francis Benko leaves his acting ability to Milo Gwosden. Ed Bernard leaves his blue Ford to anyone who lives within a block of the school. Esther Bivins leaves all her school work to any on coming junior. Francis Boldy leaves his romantic features and football uniforms to Frank Kurimski. Walter Booker leaves all his chubbyness to Alice Underwood. Kathy Brezarich leaves her excuses to skip gym to her sister. Marge. Carmelina Calabria leaves Scott to her regret, too bad she can’t take it with her. Janice Calihan leaves her ability to keep Mr. Rodgers awake to Elaine Koncsol. Bobby Carr leaves patternshop leadership to Fred Schweinberg. Marlene Chambers leaves her hair-dos to Loretta Bass, if she can keep up with them. Stan Chop leaves his ability to anyone who can pass their driver’s test on fourteen learner’s permits. Shirley Gifone leaves her long eyelashes to Ruth Thompson. Phyllis Cverko leaves her quietness to Dorothy Stanicar. Audrey Dale leaves her “love” for gym to Marlene Mudrick. Lawrence Davis leaves his brains to Dicky Boden. Denis Dutka leaves his quietness to Bill Schultz. Don Eakin leaves his ability to stay in class to Frank Scalise. Richard Evans leaves his sleeping in class to Eddie McMullen. Eula Mae Ford leaves the echo of her laugh to roam the halls of Scott High. Herman Funk leaves his baby face to Robert Pepe. Maureen Gavigan leaves Scott Hi but is taking the gang with her. Thomas Giles leaves his wardrobe to Rudy Fri-covsky. ClaAA. (x)UL Gretta Goodlow, alias Sarah Vaughn, leaves her beautiful contralto voice to Sally Novak. Louella Granchai leaves her quietness to Addie Mae Thomas. Rita Halahan leaves her slim figure to “Punky” Zoretich. Bill Hayes wills his ability to swing the frat paddle to Jim Mitchell. Georgian Holub leaves her absentee excuses to her sister, Cecelia. Louise Houseman leaves her short blonde hair to Donna Jean Kupchak. Clara Kimbrough leaves her seat in Spanish to her sister, Ceola. Good Luck! Ginny Knapp leaves her “Mamie” bangs to any one silly enough to cut them. Harvey Koontz leaves his pocket books to someone who finds them interesting. Arlene Kovac leaves her tiny features to Elaine Koncsol. Doc Kramer leaves his position as Community President to a lucky on-coming junior. Joan Kraner leaves the definition P.O.D. to anyone who needs it. Ken Kreisel leaves his presidency of the project mob to Red O’Malley. Pat Larson leaves her flirting ways to any engaged girl who is brave enough to try it. Chuckie Makar leaves her sophisticated walk to Clair Matthews. Ed Marshall leaves his heavy gas foot to anyone crazy enough to inherit it. Nate Marshall leaves his blonde curly hair to Donnie Brown. Dianne Mashoney leaves her position as editor of the yearbook to next year’s oncoming editor. Thomas Mazik leaves his chummy ways to Albert Colbert. David McBride leaves his shade of hair to Dorothy Lee. Bill Newman leaves his sideburns, datebook, and Cadillac to Rege Scanlon. Don Novak leaves his place in the boiler room to Norman Egnatz. Dorothy Nowlin leaves her seat in Chemistry to anyone who can figure it out. Tom Ocel leaves his two different colored eyes to Jim Gavigan. Lois Jean Page leaves her position as head cheerleader to any junior lucky enough to get it. Dolly Parlak leaves her position as head majorette and her best wishes to the best oncoming junior. Blair Parsons leaves his girls in East Pittsburgh and Squirrel Hill to Burg Scanlon, if he can find them. Ray Polinski leaves his muscular body and handsomeness to anyone who thinks they are good enough to accept them. Barbara Popchak leaves her small ears to anyone who can find a way to transfer them. Marlene Quigley leaves her tight skirts and slacks to Betty Thornton. CitUA (xJilL Joan Rensko leaves her quietness and shyness to Lucille Judice. Richard Riberich leaves his smoking on the front steps to any other student who can hide the cigarette in his pocket without a teacher knowing it. William Riling leaves Frank Kuriinski 50c to carry on his love affairs with Donna Jean Kup-chak. Donald Rothrauff leaves Scott High School still standing in one piece. Shirley Rothrauff leaves her P.O.D. notebook to anyone who can read it. Anna Marie Sabol leaves her knowledge of bookkeeping to her sister, Jenny. Clarence Savko leaves his electrical knowledge to Richard Boden who needs it. Audrey Schnabel leaves her love for health to Rose Marie Rizzo. David Schwab and Rhea Stanat leave their ability to hold hands in the hall to any two sophomores who can get away with it. Marie Sekerehak leaves Scott but George is leaving with her. The Senior lovers leave their dark comers for the future lovers of “54.” William Sestok leaves his tall slim figure to Frank Krimski. Elaine Shutak leaves her beautiful speaking voice to Addie Mae Thomas. Genevieve Simpson leaves her weekly school pass to any tuition student that wants to enter a swell school. Nick Sisak leaves his curly hair to Charles Seman. Audrey Smith leaves her position as Mr. Ruska’s right hand girl to any one lucky enough to get it. Lois Smith leaves her seat in Home Ec to anyone who is fortunate to get it. Florence Sobek leaves her ability to play drums to Bernie McNally. Betty Stoner leaves her tallness to Kenny Wagner. De Wayne Tuthill leaves his ability to get an honor pin to Regis Marshall and Paul Kiesel. Doris Udavak leaves her quiet disposition to Norman Bozick. Rudy Urbanic leaves Experiment 51 to that brave electrician Russell McConville. Jean Venn leaves her accent and her knowledge of the English language to some of those “Cats” who sure can use it. George Walter leaves his brains and ability to Ralph Hodoba. Ruth Wagner leaves her shortness to Nelson Moore. Thomas Weiland leaves his fish hooks to Leroy Skvarla. Helen Westover leaves her ability to fry potatoes to Jerry Odstrchel. Chuck Yurko leaves his mustache to Don, alias “Cisco Kid” Thomas. Robert Zeok leaves his way with the women to Richard Boden. JhsL SicUlA, 23 ctocaiiofL: Scvtt, Jtiqh. SchooL NANCY ALM Nancy Academic Tall and stately Full of grace Her favorite saying Is “Hi ya ace.” Band, Orchestra, Choir, Senior Flay MARILYN BARKMAN Marilyn Academic Never seems To have a care 1 las lots of fun Just anywhere. Choir, Spanish Club, Christmas Flay GEORGE ANDRASCIK Sonny General His personality Never depresses A zest for life It clearly expresses. SYLVIA BARTOS Sylvia Scientific She may be quiet But she’s in the know With all her knowledge Far she’ll go. Choir, Orchestra ANNA MAE ARANOS Anna Commercial She is quiet But we all know With her nice disposition Far she’ll go. Librarian JAMES BELL Gus General In dancing Gus Bell Rates sky high In school we think He’s a wonderful guy. Student Council, Yearbook Staff MADELINE BABYAK Dolly Commercial With her blue eyes And complexion so healthy In go xl looks Madeline is wealthy. Office Girl FRANCIS BENKO Fran Academic Actor, artist Quite a guy In most any profession He’ll get by. Student Council. Choir, Senior Flay, Yearbook Staff, Christmas Flay PETER BALKOVIC Pete Scientific For his ambition Good luck he’ll need But Fete will get by He’ll surely succeed. MONA BENNETT Mona Commercial She may be quiet And look demure But she's lots of fun Of that we’re sure. 24 Wlak .-jup : 7:00 CL. 7VL EDWIN BERNARD Cass Scientific Ed likes to meet All the women he can This Cassanova Is quite a man. Football Manager, Senior Play, Yearbook Staff, Christmas Play ESTHER BIVINS Esther General In the halls She’s lots of fun Esther is liked By everyone. FRANCIS BOLDY Frank Vocational On the Scott High line He did excell. And also in shop He did very well. Football, Basketball Manager WALTER BOOKER Gualterio General Working keeps Walt A pretty busy lad When graduation comes He’ll surely lx glad. JOAN BORELLI Jo Academic To look at Joanie She appears to lx quiet But get her started And she’s a riot. KATHRYN BRE ARICH Kitty Commercial With paint and brush Our “Kitty” is keen She can draw Many a beautiful scene. Yearbook Staff GERALD BRUSOSKJ Jerry Scientific This versatile boy Does everything well And all our kids Think he’s swell. CARMELINA CALABRIA Carm Commercial Carm is friendly She is gay A wonderful secretary She’ll make someday. Librarian EDWARD CALABRIA Spec Scientific Our friend Ed Will really rate On the campus At Penn State. JANICE CALIHAN Janice Academic Always talking Never quiet She makes every Class a riot. Majorette, Yearbook Staff, French Club 25 On, Set 8:30 a.. VTL ROBERT CARR Boh Vocational Look to the future He’ll sure go far Electronics and Science For this hoy Carr. AUDREY DALE Audrey Academic Pretty eyes Long blond tresses And a brain besides This girl possesses. Yearbook Staff MARLENE CHAMBERS Lenie Home Economics A Home Ec girl With a beautiful smile To gain a friend She d walk a mile. Record Committee LAWRENCE DAVIS Larry Scientific Larry is certain To succeed Keen and alert Someday he’ll lead. Band, Orchestra, Choir, Yearlxiok Staff STANLEY CHOP Stan Vocational He’s better known as. “Porky” This pride of Isaly’s In business like demeanor Stanley aims to please. JOHN DAWSON Don Academic 11 is big black Buick For excuses he used, When trying to understand Cals He was always confused. Basketball MARY CIFONE Shirl Commercial Little and Sweet Eyelashes superb And with a vitality You couldn't curb. PHYLLIS CVERKO Phil Commercial Phil is a girl With pretty eyes To see her untidy Would lie a surprise. Majorette, Yearbook Staff DONALD DROSCHAK Dros Scientific Whatever he tries He’s able to do Like olaying ping pong And doing Trig, too. Yearbook Staff, Christmas Play DENIS DUTKA Denis Academic Denis is quiet But full of fun And from the girls He seems to run. 26 mu ,! DONALD EAKIN Red General When something’s new I le’ll try it Depend on Red To start a riot. Football, Basketball RICHARD EVANS Dick General To the Reserve This lad does go He’ll be a good naval man Someday, we know. RAYMOND FANTASKI Fanny Academic On the field Each Friday night Fanny held that line With all his might. Football LOIS GALLAGHER Lois Academic In French class She is sure to say Something nice like Si vous plait. French Club. Choir MAUREEN GAVIGAN Renie General From Swissvale came Our Renie dear And to Scott High She was sincere. THOMAS GILES Hollywood General A joker is Tom . Always in jest When speaking of clothes He’s one of the best. EULA MAE FORD Kittyboo Academic Eula really likes To laugh and talk With her you’ll Always want to walk. Yearbook Staff, Spanish Club HERMAN FUNK Jake Vocational Another voc Whom we admire To greater things He will aspire. LOU ANN CILKEY Gilk Academic Lou Ann is a Cute little lass Charming, delightful, And tops with our class. Spanish Club, Yearbook Staff ROSE MARIE GILLESPIE Dootie Academic She does her best In every way, From early morn Til end of day. Sound.7 GRETTA GOODLOW Gret Home Economics Gretta sings a Wonderful song In this career She won’t go wrong. RITA HALAHAN Rita Academic In her uniform She looks hep And “Wow” This gal can really step. Majorette. LOUELLA GRANCHAI Lou Academic Loud la is always Very neat In any subject She’s hard to beat. Choir, French Club KATHERINE GRAZIANO Kathy Commercial Unaffected Very sweet On the stage She’s hard to beat. Senior Play, Office Girl, Yearbook Staff WILLIAM HAYES Pouch Academic To him we hope Comes much fame One swell boy Our Pouch, by name. Choir, Senior Play ROBERT HEIL Bob Vocational When it comes to mechanics Bob is our handy man Fixing, repairing He’ll do all he can. MARGARET HABARKA Margie Commercial Margie is A gentle maid Memories of her friendliness Will never fade. GEORGIAN HOLUB George Academic If you have any aches That seem to stick When Georgian is a nurse She’ll cure them quick. Band, Choir ANNA MAE HAJEK Anna Commercial With her curly tresses A nd smile so wide Her friends just love her By their side. LOUISE HOUSEMAN Louie Commercial Big blue eyes Short blond hair Louie’s a girl Beyond compare. Yearbook Staff, Choir, Orchestra 28 fcv ALjjmsL Quint! SHIRLEY ISABELLE Bunny Home Economics Wears smart clothes To school each day Her hair in perfect place Does stay. JOHN KENDA Withdrawn CLARA KIMBROUGH Clara Academic Two jolly dimples Are Clara’s find She's a ?irl Of the sweetest kind. Yearbook Staff, Spanish Club VIRGINIA KNAPP Ginny Commercial Other things Are bought with gold But friends like her Just aren't sold. Office Girl, Yearbook Staff, Senior Play HARVEY KOONTZ Squirrel Academic On the trumpet He is hot. He’s a fellow We like a lot. Band, Orchestra VIRGINIA KOPELCHECK Ginny Commercial Ginny is little And she is sweet When it comes to dancing She can’t be beat. Band, Choir, Orchestra, Librarian, Yearbook Staff, Student Council ARLENE KOVAC Ko Ko Commercial Arlene’s cute And full of pep 1 lire’s a girl Who’s really hep. Band, Choir, Student Council, Yearbook Staff RICHARD KRAMER Doc Scientific As Community President I le went far On the basketball floor He was also a star. Football Manager, Basketball. Baseball, Community President, Yearbook Staff, Senior Play, Christmas Play JOAN KRANER Jo Commercial Joan will show you The way to success She does her steno work With great finesse. KENNETH KREISEL Rab Acadcntfic Kenny is friendly And loads of fun As an all around fellow He rates A-l. Senior Play, Yearbook Staff 29 otiqhidu! ROBERT KREISEL WITHDRAWN EDWARD MARSHALL Ed General For him to pass in classes Its nip and tuck For all of us wish him Loads of luck. PATRICIA LARSON Pat Commercial Pretty red hair Bright green eyes If sne gets married soon It won’t lx a surprise. ELLEN LINSENBIGLER Ellen Academic Ellen is Our busy bee She’s bound for success Just wait and see. Orchestra, Choir ALBERT LUCAS Al Scientific A likeable person Is our friend Al His classmates find him Quite a pal. Yearljook Staff CHARLOTTE MAKAR Chuckie Academic- Sophisticated But very sweet And as for dressing She’s always neat. Majorette, Yearbook Staff NATE MARSHALL Cook Scientific Cookie is quite A handsome lad And a better friend Can ne’er lx had. Football. Yearbook Staff, Senior Play DIANNE MASHONEY Di Commercial She’s always neat And oh so smart Her warm greetings Come from the heart. Yearbook Editor, Office Girl ANDREW MARTIN Chico Scientific A crew of hair Just like cut grass A favorite In every class. Basketball, Yearbook Staff. Christmas Play PEGGY MATTHEWS Peggy Commercial Peggy is A witty lass Who brings sunshine Into our class. Librarian 30 QamsihaJ GERTRUDE MATTIS Gerty Home Economics Gertie is seen At every dance Her twinkling toes Attract every glance. BARBARA MICHLOVIC Barbie Scientific Barbie is little She is cute And she looks swell In her majorette suit. Majorette, Yearbook Staff, Senior Play, French Club THOMAS MAZIK Tom Scientific Deep dimples Cutest grin When he smiles The girls’ hearts spin. Choir, Yearbook Staff, Senior Play, Student Council DAVID McBRIDE Doodles Scientific His walk may be slow But his brain is not Ask any question The answers lie’s got. RUSSELL McCLAIN Russ Vocational A voc with lots of Talent and skill He’ll get what he wants We know he will. ELLEN MEDIATE Ellen Home Economics With her fine voice And beautiful hair, She’ll get by Most anywhere. IDA MOLINARO Eda Commercial Ida is A vivacious chick And with our boys She sure does click. Librarian JACK NAUCHTON Jack Academic Jack is handsome lie is tall A lady’s man And liked by all. LARRY NEWMAN Larry Academic Larry is a guy With a wit Teachers and pupils Declare he’s a hit. WILLIAM NEWMAN Willy Scientific In his old black Chevy He came to school each day When you heard that bell You got out of the way. Christmas Play, Senior Play 31 folL ’£rrd DONALD NOVAK Shikes General Never on time Always late As our football captain He did rate. Football. Basketball, Baseball DOROTHY NOWLIN Dot General Nice and sweet Is our gal Dot Friends like her Can not be bought LOIS JEAN PAGE Lo Commercial On the field Each Friday night She led our cheers With pep and might. 1 lead Cheerleader, Choir. Office Girl, Yearbook Staff, Student Council MARY ELIZABETH PARLAK Dolly Commercial Head majorettes May come and go But Dolly’s the best of all We know. Head Majorette, Student Council, Yearbook Staff THOMAS OCEL Buck General He likes to skip All the school he can When it comes to bowling He’s high-scoring man. ROSEMARY OFSANIK Rosie Commercial Rose in class Does her work well And we all think She is swell. Librarian WILLIAM O’NEAL Buddy Academic From St. Thomas He did hail To rate with our kids He didn’t fail. Football THOMAS PARLAK Par Vocational Reserved, quiet, Never in trouble Tom is a boy Without a double. BLAIR PARSONS Bear General To our class He rates high, Blair will succeed By and by. MARLENE PAYNE Marlene Commercial Cute as ever Nice and neat She’s a girl That’s hard to beat. Yearbook Staff 32 SpsuudU MARIE FELLA Marie Academic You may look east You may look west But our Marie Is still the best. French Club ELENA POLICE Elena Academic A bow drawn softly Across the strings Reminds us of Elena And the music she brings. Yearbook Staff. Senior Play, Orchestra RAY POLINSKI Ray Vocational Ray wants to be a navy man When he graduates The seething seas and briny deep Are things that he appreciates. CAROLYN POLITE Cals Academic Tall and cute Slim of frame As a model She may reach fame. Majorette, Yearbook Staff BARBARA POPCHAK Barb Home Economics I ler talented needle Made garments galore Better than any That are bought in a store. JEANNE PUILALA Jeanne Commercial Pretty green eyes Long brown hair We’d know our Jeanne Anywhere. Senior Play, Office Girl MARLENE QUIGLEY Quig Home Economics Blond wavy hair And a winning smile Will help to make Her life worthwhile. Yearbook Staff JACK QUINN WITHDRAWN JOHN REID Mickey Academic You’ll always see him Marching grand He plays a trombone In our band. Band. Orchestra fiction ! JOAN RENSKO Joanie Academic Reserved and quiet But oil, so nice To choose her as a friend We needn’t think twice. Librarian, French Club RICHARD RIBERICH Rich Academic Rich sings a really Mellow note At music “He’s terriff” unquote. Choir WILLIAM RILING Bill Vocational Have you heard of Square Deal Riling, Who is honest and fair. He’s the best car salesman, anywhere. RAENELL ROBARE Raenell Commercial Raencll is quiet As well as sweet Knowing her Has been a treat. FRANCES RODGERS Franny Home Economics Nonchalant Never a worry Franny will get there But not in a hurry. Majorette, Yearbook Staff DONALD ROTHRAUFF WITHDRAWN SHIRLEY ROTHRAUFF Shirl General Shirley is quiet And she is sweet Knowing her Has been a treat. BARBARA RUFFNER Barb Commercial Babs has a sweet And lovable air She’s always ready To take a dare. ANNA MARIE SABOL Ann Commercial Dancing never Gets her down You’ll find her at every Dance in town. JULIA SAUCHIN Julie Commercial We bet she never Cuts classes Whatever she does She passes. 34 (flafipAA.! CLARENCE SAVKO Claire Vocational His grin is everlasting His pranks mean no offense His hair is blond and curly We like our boy Clarence. AUDREY SCHNABEL Aud Academic Audrey has A fine personality Sbe plays the piano With pep and vitality. Choir, Band, Yearbook Staff DAVID SCHWAB Dave Academic To be with Rhea Is his greatest pleasure Memories of his friendship We’ll always treasure. MARIE SEKERCHAK Boots Commercial She is cute And she is tall Ready for fun Anytime at all. Office Girl, Yearbook Staff SHIRLEY SEKERCHAK Shirl Commercial Neat and snappy Pretty and sweet A beautiful gal And so petite. WILLIAM SESTOK Bill Academic A tall dashing guy I le never stops As a wit Our Ses is tops. Basketball, Yearbook Staff ELAINE SHUTAK E Commercial Baseball is I Ier greatest pleasure Pirate autographs Are her treasure. JANE SIMCIC Janie Scientific All her actions Are sure and quick And for a friend It’s her we’d pick. Choir, French Club, Senior Play, Yearbook Staff GENEVIEVE SIMPSON Ginny General Quiet and nice And oh so small This girl’s really On the ball. NICHOLAS SISAK Nick Scientific He plavs the drums With skill and ease His marks in class Also please. Choir, Band, Senior Play, Orchestra, Christmas Play Cut! AUDREY SMITH Smitty Commercial Small in stature But high in mind A more suitable friend You’ll never find. Choir. Office Girl, Yearbook Staff LOIS SMITH Lois Home Economics A Home Ec girl Who loves to sew A real sweet kid We’re glad to know. FLORENCE SOBER Flo Academic Flo never fails To speak or smile She finds this practice Well worth-while. Band, Orchestra, Choir, Yearbook Staff RHEA STANAT Ree Home Economics Her and Dave You’ll always see Together at any Activity. RUDOLPH STEPHENSON Rudy General From the classroom I le is glad to stray To some sport Which lie likes to play. ELIZABETH STONER Betty Home Economics In the crystal ball We look and see That soon a housewife She will he. HERMAN SPENCER Herman Academic Herman is A very shy boy Athletics are His pride and joy. NANCY SRDICH Nance Home Economics Playing hooky Always late But with her friends She sure does rate. Majorette JOHN SULLIVAN John Vocational Jack has An ever ready smile In the pattern shop He’s versatile. PEGGY THIEM Peg Commercial Her short blond hair Her winning way Make her sweet We all say. 36 DM. '£nv! JAMES THOMAS Sneak General Always dancing He'll never stop When playing basketball lie’s on top. Football, Basketball 1 $ BETTY JANE VAVHA Betty Home Economies Twinkling eyes Complexion fair I ler crowning glory' Is her long blond hair. Majorette, Senior Play DOLORES TIMM Dolores Home Economics Her disposition Is gentle and kind A better girl You’ll never find. DeWAYNE Tl TIIILL Tut Scientific The legal profession Is Tut’s aim We hope that he W.ll reach great fame. Senior Play, Christmas Play JEAN VENN Johnny General From Old England Came our Jean At making friends She’s real keen. Senior Play, Choir RUTH WAGNER Ruthie Home Economcis Ruthie is quiet In a certain way But ready for fun Any old day. DORIS UDAVAK Doris Academic She may be quiet But full of fun. To pick for a friend She’s the one. Band, Orchestra, Choir, Yearbook Staff GEORGE WALTERS Bucky General He’s changed from Voc to General For reasons no one knows, It matters not to Georgie boy It’s fun where ere he goes. RUDY URBANIC Rudy Vocational Another shop boy Who can please Does electrical work With the greatest of ease. THOMAS WEIL AND Tom Academic Shy and bashful He may seem To be an astronomer Is his dream. Choir 37 lOhapb 9L TApL! HELEN WESTOVER Red Home Economies In Home Economies She’s at her Ix'st Sewing and cooking With skill and zest. MARILYN WILSON Moe Commercial Cowboy Moe Loves to drive But we’re always afraid She’ll never arriv e. Librarian EDWARD YOUNGMAN Ramoan Vocational A hail to red-cheeked Eddie Who tries to heckle others But when the jibe hits him Eddie almost smothers. CHARLES YURKO Chuck Academic The sideburns kid That’s our Chuck To a swell boy We wish loads of luck. Senior Play, Yearbook Staff ROBERT ZEOK Zcke General This lad will reach fame Because he can sing, In a tenor voice Just like Bing. A perfect boy, a perfect girl We have the parts to make you one 1 lere are the best from our fine class We hope you agree when we are done. The hoy has: David McBride’s hair A1 Lucas’s eyes Jack Naughton’s nose Nate Marshall’s build Tom Mazik’s dimples George Andrascik’s teeth Don Eakin’s legs Ken Kreisel’s personality Lawrence Davis’s intelligence Don Novak’s athletic ability Richard Kramer’s appearance Ray Fantaski’s laugh Ed Bernard’s mouth James Bell’s eyelashes Jim Thomas’s dance steps Larry Newman’s smile The girl has: Clara Kimbrough’s teeth Ida Molinaro’s hair Marlene Payne’s eyes Lou Ann Gilkey’s nose Barbara Michlovic’s mouth Jeanne Puhala’s smile Dianne Mashoney’s intelligence Marie Sekerchak’s arms and shoulders Marlene Quigley’s waistline Janice Calihan’s hips Louise Houseman's legs Arlene Kovac’s personality Georgian Holub’s appearance Eula Mae Ford’s laugh Marlene Chambers’s dance steps Virginia Kopelcheck’s dimples 38 ft lOpflGCJUlA, We see Nancy Aim still carrying her vanity in her purse. We see George Andrascik dreaming about “Boots” in everything he does. We see Marilyn Barkman still having love quarrels with Bill. We see Gus Bell still ringing his bell with certain girls. We see Francis Benko as a famous stage and motion picture star. We see Francis Boldy still running away from all the girls. Watch they don’t catch you, Frank. We see Esther Bivins taking shorthand dictation for a large firm. We see a certain bov asking girls are they going to the prom, his name is Walter Booker. We see Joan Borrelli as a future beautician. We see Janice Calihan claiming the title, “The World’s Greatest Talker.” We see “Home Ec” helped Marlene Chambers, for she has her man, Charlie Davis. We see Lawrence Davis as a successor to Mr. Rodgers. We see John Dawson marrying Carolyn Polite and having a lot of little buses. We see Den Droschak still as bashful as he was in school. We see Red Eakin coming back to haunt all the teachers. We see Ray Fantaski and his wife running a dance studio in Braddock. We see Eula Mae Ford acquiring friend after friend with her chattering conversation. We see Tom Giles giving Jimmy Durante some rough competition. We see a girl still singing her heart out like Sarah Vaughn, her name is Gretta Goodlow; will she ever make it? We see Katherine Graziano still gaining friends by her quiet, pleasant ways. We see Margaret Ilabarka smiling her way through life. We see Rita Halahan still selling tickets at the Capitol. Someone keeps blocking the ticket window. We see Louise Houseman posing as a model for a big name magazine. We see Clara Kimbrough, instead of breaking Charlie Summers’s heart, giving him a break. We see Arlene Kovac still bouncing around. We see Richard Kramer still having as many friends as he has today. We see Kenny Kreisel trying to finish his education at Carnegie. It is Tech or Steel Corporation? We re? Ellen Linsenbigler as an opera star. We see A1 Lucas as the strong, silent type he is now. We see Ed Marshall as a famous stock car racer. We see Nathan Marshall still making those too often trips to Spring Street. We wonder why? We see Dianne Mashoney becoming a private secretary. Watch those laps!!! We see Peggy Matthews going into partnership with Frank Hillsman. 39 (pADph CWA We see Gerty Mattis still going to dances at Matta's Hill. We see Tom Mazik still thrilling the girls with his cute ways. We see David McBride still in love with St. Thomas. We see Ellen Mediate and Shirley Isabelle still trying to make time at Sun Drug. We see Ida Molinaro still making eyes at Mr.. Dunlap. We wonder if she ever learned any Chemistry. We see Shikes Novak coming back to Scott to help Jim Sylves. We see a great fashion designer in the future with the name of Dorothy Nowlin. We see Mona Bennett still singing her favorite song “My Buddy.” We see Lois Page patiently waiting for Ken to return from college. We see Dolly Parlak high-stepping it through life with her crazy laugh. We see Marlene Payne going through life with a smile for all. We see Jeanne Puhala, the World’s Greatest Dangling Hand Artist. We see Marlene Quigley as a future “Miss Love.” We see the Jazz Philharmonic featuring John Reid as the star trombonist. We see Joan Rensko replacing her dad at Scott High. We see Shirley Rothrauff and Lou Ann Gilkey becoming the world’s greatest cooks. We see Don Rothrauff growing tall. We see Marie Sekerchak keeping the business of George Andrascik in perfect order. We see Jane Simcic trying to act like Oo-La-La-Cardill. We see a girl with a “Mona Lisa” smile, but willing to give it up for an inch of height. Her name is Genevieve Simpson. We can hardly see Audrey Smith, she is so small. We see Herman Spencer, instead of running to catch the “big Red” to get to work on time, riding his big Buick. We can't see Rhea Stanat not mariied to Dave Schwab. We see Rudv' Stephenson owning a pool room. We see Peggy Thiem still running the elevator at Braddock General Hospital. We see Jim Thomas as a dance instructor at Arthur Murray’s. We see DeWayne Tuthill still criticizing, but as a lawyer not a student. We see Bettv Jane Vavra still playing dumb. We see Jean Venn as a correspondent to England. We see Helen Westover coming back to fry potatoes for Mr. Ruska. We see Tom Weiland becoming a famous fisherman of Trafford Lagoon. We see Marilyn Wilson still cowboving around in her brother’s red Ford. We see Charles Yurko still trying to make out with all the girls. 40 SupficAlinq. (UdIslAu Supporting (RdIsl u Quni L. We, the junior class of '53, like to feel as though we have accomplished some of the things we set out to do as sophomores. Of course, we were all frightened then, but we had enthusiastic plans and the determination to fulfill them. With the able guidance of our teachers, we have become accustomed to the high school system and we feel that we are a vital part of its daily functions and activities. As a group we have been striving to uphold the standards handed down to us by previous classes. As individuals, we are looking anxiously, yet cautiously, toward our senior year, because it will be the turning point in our lives. It is from this point that we shall step into the future. With this thought in mind we now approach the end of our junior year. We especially want to wish the seniors of ’53 a great deal of success in the future. Our only hope is that our class can carry out the responsibilities that will be placed before us in our senior year. HOME ROOM CHEMISTRY—MR. DUNLAP Top Row: D. Blannon, B. McNalley, G. Tomasic, J. Meklas, II. McClain, L. Ruskowitz Center Row: P. Nichol, J. Lecinsky, R. Aranos, G. Odstrchel, R. Lacko, F. Schweinberg, P. Rudman, J. Mitchell. Bottom Row: P. Sage, R. Rizzo, P. Myers, F. Barbusio, J. Gallo, L. Hunter, J. Gallagher, B. Bolton, A. Underwowl, M. Brezarich 42 Supptfdinq (RdI a. HOME ROOM 15—MISS RINARD Top Row: R. Fricovsky, G. McClure, T. Hartzfeld, E. Herd, J. Duch, W. Hanna, R. Marshall, I). Gregg, F. Ferrioulo ('enter Row: I). Crosby, D. Galbraith, W. Glenn, B. McLaughlin, R. DeFazio, R. MeConville, T. Guerrieri, J. Nee Bottom Row: A. Zavetsky, C. Holub, O. Harmening, J. Pavur, L. Hnugh, L. Hawn, J. Terba. M. Zoretich, M. Watt, E. Zugaro, L. Giles HOME ROOM BIOLOGY—MISS MARTIN Top Row: G. Stevenson, J. Greiger, N. Bozick, W. Kackman, B. Sivak, L. Smith, J. George, R. Bumba, C. Weir, M. Shields Center Row: J. Crocker, E. Koncsol, J. Yackovich, J. Gorbel, P. Kiesel, A. Colbert, R. Freneho, A. Impavido, L. Baron, P. Sedlak Bottom Row: C. Hamlin, E. Bolton, C. Leith. P. Sockwell, J. Yalko, N. Ivison, L. Bass. M. Colbert. N. Wagner 43 Supporting, (RoIsa, HOME ROOM 11—MR. STEFKO Tcp Row: J. Brown. R. Reid, E. Penrod, D. Urban, L. Pekar, B. Rutter, S. Chuha, O. Seese, C. Schockling Center Row: R. Archer, A. Castro, I. Kamenic, N7. Clawson, A. Pletz, A. Nedel, P. Koncsol, G. Scman, R. Cinciripini Bottom Row: L. Glaze, M. Mudrick, M. Gottlieb, D. Ford, K. Balkovic, 11. Hurst, L. Judice, L. Laird, J. Hyda!:, N. Elliot, A. Kelly HOME ROOM 9—MR. HAMILL lop Row: K. Riling, V'. Paid, R. Sullivan, R. Ilreha, I. Winwood, 1. O’Malley, R. Volovic, C. McMasters, P. Locke Center Row: F. Kozak, W. Krohe, K. Morgan, B. Martin, F. Nedel, J. Nobler, A. Oberdick, T. Westin Bottom Row: N. Moore, A. Thomas, B. Hughes, A. Novak, S. May, II. Miller, U. Windwood, J. Perichak, J. Sabol, F. Rock 14 Coming CUJjiadtionA. 45 fominq, dWmdtwnA, SjopJwm isL Last September 2 marked a glorious day in the lives of the sophomore class. On this day a group of scared students entered the halls of Scott High School. ' All were attracted to the bulletin board which was a source of information about our homerooms. When the bell sounded we all tried to find our homerooms alone. After some difficulty we asked the upper classmen for directions. The periods the first day were short and it was soon time to go home. The worst was over. During the first year at Scott High we were given minor roles to play in the various activities. We gave the school our share of fine athletes of whom we are very proud. The student council accepted our representatives. We also contributed members to the band, orchestra, chorus, and language clubs. We, the sophomore class, take this time to wish our departing friends, the seniors, a bright and successful future. GOOD LUCK! 46 fominqt dWiadJiMA. HOME ROOM COMMERCIAL—MISS FRENDZEL Top Row: I). Petras, J. Dinofrio, E. Janiga, E. Hart, J. Nagy. R. Parlak, E. Kweller, R. Schwein-berg, I). Wier, H. Hodoba, R. Hurst, C. Malloy Center Row: R. King, C. Matthews, E. Bosser, M. Jaykus, M. Skladany. L. Staso, A. Seman, N. Smith. J. Ruffner, P. Michlovic Bottom Row: D. Lee, F. Drummond, I). Seliga, N. J. Crandi, A. Evonich, M. Gevauden, D. Stanicar, R. Vaselech, M. Safran HOME ROOM 13—MISS NEYTN Top Row: J. Dillon, R. Schartner, J. Shields, R. Halahan, R. Thomas, W. McClure, J. Gavigan, C. Lanowitz, R. Hoza, A. Torbich, A. Palaszynski Center Row: M. Krauik, L. Tomasic, E. Marcej, R. Harrington, J. Kotvas, J. Ebbitt, T. Clifton, J. Hall, M. Balkovic, C. Perkins, D. Blystone, L. Peques Bottom Row: L. Evanecky, B. Moore, C. Nyhart, C. Michaels, F. Stefansky, B. Nichols, B. Marton, L. Jesse, I. Schano, A. Vishinski 47 famine dWiaduotiA. BOOM 14—MR. RODGERS Top Row: M. Yurko .J. Burke, J. Slick, D. Thomas, J. Kost, C. Koon, T. Goudelock, H. Seilx rt, J. McClafferty, J. Donovan, F. Honia Middle Row: J. Hairston, E. Kosarich, D. Brown, G. Burdell, D. Lucas, C. Senian, F. Scalise, J. Ellis, J. Buchanan, J. Jones Bottom Row: M. Gwosden, G. Jordon, M. Totin, B. Oskin, E. Burkett, P. Andraso, M. Rednak, A. Anderson, S. Makatura, E. Stanat ROOM 12—MR. SCHAER Top Row: R. Kohan, V. DAngelo, F. Chop, J. Michalov, R. Pepe, E. RufFner, E. Sargent, L. Miller, D. Chismar Center Row: VV. Shultz, S. Zimmerman, R. Scanlon, A. Torbich, D. Shields, R. Pollack, J. Sari, R. Torbich, C. McDonnell Bottom Row: B. Ebbitt. F. Philpot, P. Pulit, D. Kupchak. A. McGovern, J. Schestack, V. Cele-goi, I. Koschuta, J. Guerrieri, M. Roderus, L. Bendinelli 48 Coming CWbvadhmA. HOMEROOM PHYSICS—MR. RENSKO Pop Row: VV. Blannon, J. Tatko, R. Turzak, J. Nee, R. Roden, L. Kobulinsky, R. Kasimir, L Skyarla, J. Phillips, A. Mattis, A. Carr. Center Row: P. Wojeik, P. Jackowski, A. Uabarka, J. Stevenson, L. Zoretich, A. Drappe, M. Mascia, H. Jones, J. Mehalko, W. Stoner, V. Bonacci Bottom Row: K. Wagner, S. Smirga, E. Kasnecky, D. Winters, D. Zentner, T. Taros, R. Thornton, D. Woss, F. Wosko, J. Stevenscn, S. Windish, C. Masters room 8—MRS. HUGHES Top Row: R. Lawrence, G. Mulligan, R. I Ionia, M. Hoffman, J. Ulaky, J. Kraner, II. Totzke, J. Vance, D. Havrilla, C. McKeag, L. Andrews, L. Magar Center Row: J. Simpson, W. Good, J. Wargo, C. Pelz, M. Clifton, T. Mason, D. Hicks, D. Barns, E. McMullen, W. Spevak Bottom Row: C. Alger, J. Wargo, V. Impavido, W. Price, M. Brown, J. Geyer, R. Thompson, V. Meshanko, J. Johnson, A. Cawley 49 50 dcicfiA, (Disd, diomsL fcconomicA- (Depcudm nL STUDIO KITCHEN The Home Economics Department, established by our Superintendent and our School Board, offers many opportunities. Consequently, the need for education in home living has come to be recognized as a necessary part of our program of education. During the three year course the girls in I lome Economics receive units of information and opportunities for experience in the following: Foods Clothing and Textiles Family living Family Health and Home Care of the Sick Home Mechanics and Equipment Consumer Education Related Art Home Beautification and Home Management Personality Development Gardening This experience gained by our girls in the Economics Department will undoubtedly prove to be the foundation necessary for the homemakers of tomorrow. 51 foAJLuminq. FITTING PAINTING THE PROPS 52 (bsi iqnim JPul Ssidu MECHANICAL DRAWING—Mr. Schaer, Instructor ALGEBRA—Miss Rinard, Instructor 53 ticitfiA. (DiAcuAAwn, BIOLOGY—Miss Martin, Instructor HISTORY—Mr. Kliskev, Instructor 51 $iwdlo (R A Wich PHYSICS—Mr. Rensko, Instructor CHEMISTRY—Mr. Dunlap, Instructor 55 ClohicaL (D fuvdrmnJL OFFICE PRACTICE—Mrs. Clay, Instructor BOOKKEEPING—Miss Frendzel, Instructor 56 ( biAiaxL (D pjaMmsmL TYPING—Mr. Ruska, Instructor SHORTHAND—Mrs. Hughes, Instructor 57 cSe£ (Ditecitfv MR. CHARLES GEISLER Director of Vocational Education I Vocational diiAhruj Since the vocational department was established in 1930 by J. R. Hawke, it has been helpful in training boys for jobs in the many industries centered in this district. While in Junior High School, every boy must take two periods of shop work a week. After entering Scott, students taking the vocational course take such subjects as English, History, and Mathematics during the morning. In the afternoon they work in one of the four shops. The course also includes Mechanical Drawing and Blue Print Reading. The four shops are the electric shop, the machine shop, the pattern shop, and the sheet metal shop. 58 Samsung Qonjdmfdum. SHEET METAL SHOP—Mr. Geisler, Instructor PATTERN SHOP—Mr. Becker. Instructor 59 fckdAjurianA. MACHINE SHOP—Mr. Powell, Instructor ELECTRIC SHOP—Mr. Smith, Instructor 60 ddtsAA! fcxSlhUASL GIKLS’ GYM—Miss Holly, Instructor BOYS’ GYM—Mr. Shuntill, Instructor 61 62 (publicity djy nJtA. JhsL SJtud nt founciL The aim of our Student Council, which originated in 1931, is to teach the students the power of self-government. The students from each report room select their own representatives to this Council, and the Community President is chosen from the senior class by the whole school. This year the Community President was Richard Kramer. The Student Council, an important link between student body and faculty, is on the job all through the year. Any decisions to be made concerning general student activities are made by this group. With continued constructive guidance from their faculty adviser. Dr. Gale R. Kirschner, the Student Council has great possibilities in formulating future policies concerning student activities in Scott High School. Top Row: T. Giles, S. Chuha, R. Phillips, R. Pepe, J. Mehalko, T. Muzik Center Row: J. Bell, F. Renko, R. Hreha, G. Burdell, W. Glenn, E. McMullen Bottom Row: M. Parlak. A. Kovac, R. Kramer, L. Page, V. Kopelcheck, A. Seman 63 J'ffi icpL, QnisihpArixdioti, JJul Spani h. QLub The Spanish Clubs purpose is to establish interest and feeling to its members in this language. It has many events. Typical of these is the pinata given during Christmas. The French Club was invited to share in the fun and activities, with carols being sung in boh languages. The time and interest of Miss Ruth Gardill have made this club successful, along with the officers, who are: President Marlene Mudrick Secretary Clara Kimbrough Treasurer Joan Crocker Top Row: J. Dinofrio, L. Miller, E. Kwe'.ler, J. Odstrchel, R. Hreha, R. King, C. Matthews, W. Krohe Center Row: R. Stanat, M. Bark man, E. Ford, B. Bolton, C. Hamlin. A. Underwood, E. Bolton, D. Buchanan Bottom Row: A. Thomas, M. Brezarich, J. Crocker, C. Kimbrough, Nl. Mudrick, E. Police, J. O’Malley, J. Johnston, V. Meshanko 64 SnioApAidaiiofL JhsL J icnck, flub The purpose of this club is to give the French students a better understanding of French and to help them enjoy their knowledge ouside of class. Every two weeks a meeting is held after school. The officers are: President Vice President Treasurer Secretary Elaine Koncsol Louella Granchai Marie Pella Connie Leith Plans are being made to hold a Mardi Gras to which the Spanish Club members will be the guests. This club is under the supervision of Miss Ruth Gardill. Top Row: J. Simcie, L. Gallagher, C. Lanowitz, J. Yackovich, B. Stoner, L. Bass, M. Colbert Center Row: P. Sockwell, J. Valko, A. Nedel, B. Nlichlovic, J. Calihan Bottom Row: J. Giron, C. Pelz, C. Leith, L. Granchai, E. Koncsol, M. Pella, J. Rensko 65 dckflA! QlubAu OmsUikan, J dsLhcdtwtL of, Qwuuft diiAbfiianA. - OfjfjicsiAL Top Row: F. Sobek, F. Benko, M. Wilson, L. Davis, L. Houseman Bottom Row: A. Kovac, D. Mashoney, N. Aim SopkiwiifisL diiAlatoj (]lub Swale (pAswi w SsmioA, (play. On Friday evening, February 6, 1953, the senior class presented the comedy-drama “June Graduate” by Jean Provence. The cast of characters were: Bob Gardner, a June Graduate Agnes Wagner, the siren of the seniors Mrs. Myra Gardner, Bob’s widowed mother Dotty Gardner, his young sister Irene Davis, secretary of the senior class Harry Morris, editor of the school paper Laura Sawyer, Irene’s closest friend Jane Fleming, a friend of Agnes Chuck Reed, a football star Eliot Travis, a college fraternity man Sanford Yeager, football coach at the university Nora Mac Namara, Agnes’s outspoken aunt Gladys Glenn, one of the seniors Ethelvne Moore, one of the seniors Hubert Hudson, a senior catch Francis Benko Katherine Graziano Elena Police Jeanne Puhala Barbara Michlovic Thomas Vlazik Jane Simcic Jean Venn Nate Marshall DeWayne Tuthill Nick Sisak Nancy Aim Virginia Knapp Betty Jane Vavra Charles Yurko Richard Kramer was the stage manager. His assistants were William Hayes, Edwin Bernard, Bill Newman, and Kenneth Kreisel. M iss Helen K. Miller was the faculty coach, and Miss Betty Jane Vavra was her student assistant. “June Graduate” is the intensely gripping story of a boy who loses himself— and almost his whole future—at one of the most important crossroads of his life, and then has to struggle to find his way amidst a maze of bitter realities. There is some sadness; but the teartouched moments are delightfully mingled with the exultant laughter of youth embarked on a Great Adventure. 67 JimjL OuL Jo'v TYhalA. SsnitA. (Banqu t The last time the Class of 1952 was assembled was the Senior Banquet at Edgewood Country Club. As this is a memorable event for every graduating class, so it was for this class. Everyone laughed, talked, ate, and danced. Yet, deep inside they were sad. They knew this was the last time they would meet as students—as teen-agers. If they should meet tomorrow, it would be as dignified young men and women. They knew they had a great responsibility to accept, and they were willing to accept it. 68 'CjIdaawo TYlnvin, J ama, Jhs ctibhoAi What kind of library would our high school library he without its co-operative and efficient student librarians? How do we choose them? How are they compensated? Many have asked us those questions. We have a corps of twenty-one, two to four schedided for each period in the day. Most of our assistants are girls. However, we wish more hoys would sign up. Opportunity to work in the library is on a voluntary basis. Toward the end of the school year we ask interesed students to sign up for the following year. We have no set of rides. We rate ability to get along and work with one’s classmates as a prime requisite. We look for neatness in appearance. We believe the student librarian should wear clothing suitable for business. We like the student librarian to have a sense of humor, an interest in people, and a desire to give service. The student assistant must be not only courteous to all who come to the library, but reliable, honest, trustworthy, and tactful. We set no scholastic requirement. We choose “A” students, when possible. However, a pleasing personality and a desire to serve are of greater value. Although the student librarian receives some instruction from us, the larger part of the training is given bv the experienced student assistant. For instance, Joan Rensko works not onlv in our school library but also in the public library after school and during vacations, instructed those who work with her. We do not give any academic credit or financial compensation. Their only reward is our appreciation of their services. We cannot say enough for the wholehearted support of volunteer student assistants. We believe the entire faculty shares our appreciation of the services rendered by our student librarians. Mrs. Corcoran, Librarian Mrs. Clay Mr. Rodgers 69 Studio J'anftcUvL SENIOR MORNING 70 Studio J'cnmcd, QunjitfL (pAonL Like the Royal Grand Ballroom of a Fairy-Tale Castle, the Mirror Room of the Schenley Hotel glittered in all its glory as the handsome couples danced to the rhythmic tunes of “Funny” Payne and his orchestra. The long anticipated evening had at last arrived. Boys and girls alike were very excited as they had spent many hours planning for this event. Now, their plans were fulfilled. Surely, everyone who attended the Junior Prom of 1952 will remember it many years from now. 71 VtluAic. ddafdjcdwrL OAdm JtAjCL UjojcoL QunitfL, - Sznjo’L (fhoiA Soplwm UL ChtfiLLd. (Dancing MapiaUon, Combined, VYlajo'i ttsLd. Top Row: L. Bass, C. Makar, P. Cverko, F. Rodgers, P. Sedlak, C. Polite, J. Caliban, I. Crock-er, N. Srdich Bottom How: H. Halahan, B. Michlovic, L. Baran, M. Parlak, L. Judice, L. Hunter, B. Vavra. laeft to Right: B. Michlovic, B. Vavra, J. Caliban, F. Rodgers, P. Cverko, M. Parlak, C. Polite. N. Srdich, C. Makar, R. Halahan. 74 Studio (phijAicLari u Dr. E. Jones Richard Kramer Physician Community President 75 SCOTT ATHLETICS tWikiixL founaJi MR. WILLIAM CASSIDY Board of Education MR. FRANK FOSTER Chairman MR. ROGER GEVAUDEN DR. KIRSCHNER Principal MR. DAVIS Treasurer MICHAEL J. ORISS Faculty Manager ANDREW RENSKO Basketball Coach DR. F. DeWITT ZUERNER Supt. of Schools MR. REED Football Coach Athletic Director SiunL 9 YIavl J'DoibaiL foachsiA, Assistant: Wm. Bache; Head Coach: John Reed; Assistant: E. Sliuntill Top Row: J. Tarsela, P. Jackowski, J. Yurek, J. Sari, L. Pekar. J. O'Malley, L. Kobulinski, T. Evans, M. Yurko, P. Paul, M. Hudson Center Row: E. Bernard, J. Simpson, R. Hacharian, R. Hurst, G. Tomasic, W. Glenn, L. Toma-sic , R. Pepe, D. Pulit, R. McConnville, E. McMullen, R. Hreha Bottom Row: A. Habarka, J. Brahim, N. Egnatz, J. Quinn, R. Fantaski, F. Boldy, 1). Novak, N. Marshall, W. O’Neal, T. Guerrieri, G. Burdell, V. D’Angelo, J. Mitchell 78 J'OoibalL The 1952 season was a disastrous one in the way of a won-lost record as the team’s record was one win and seven losses. But the team was a lot better than their record showed. In four of the games they were leading with four minutes to go and all of a sudden the tide turned and the Raiders wound up on the losing end. After bowing to a strong North Catholic team, 2 to 0, the Raiders retaliated with a hard fought 14 to 12 win over Homestead. The Raiders lost hard fought games to Munhall, Harbrack, Wilkinsburg, and Braddock; while losing 25 to 0 to Duquesne and 28 to 0 to Turtle Creek. The team was a very good one in the way of personnel as they had such stalwarts as Novak, Marshall, Boldy, Egnatz, Guerrieri, and Hudson on the forward wall, with an excellent backfield composed of Burdell at tailback, Summers at fullback, Tarsala at halfback, and McConville at blocking quarterback. The defensive team was led by Boldy, Novak, McConville, Egnatz, and Hudson; while the offense was mainly the work of Burdell to Hudson passes, and the hard running of Burdell, Summers, and Tarsala. The Raiders will only lose four first-team men and the fact that they will have many experienced players back next year should give the Raiders high consideration and ranking in the VV.P.l.A.L. (RgauUa {joa. thsL 1952 SsaAoiu Scott Opp. 0 North Catholic 2 7 Munhall 12 14 Homestead 12 21 Harbrack 25 0 Duquesne 25 12 Wilkinsburg 13 12 Braddock 14 0 Turtle Creek 28 1953 J'OoibaiL Schedule Sept. li North Catholic Home Sept. 18 Alderdice Home Sept. 25 Munhall Away Oct. 1 I lomestead Home Oct. 9 Harbrack Away Oct. 16 Duquesne Home Oct. 23 Wilkinsburg Home Oct. 30 Braddock Home Nov. 6 Turtle Creek Home SturtL IfVbivL 9n, dciwtL 81 Sound' Sftpichu Top: Shirley May, Leader: Lois Page, Olive Harmening Bottom: Connie Leith, Merilee Colbert. Lois Laird 82 Siunt VYIsivl Left to Right: Asst. Coach—J. Kliskey, Nl. Hudson, R. Kramer, J. Thomas, G. Burdell, B. McLaughlin, Coach—A. Rensko Top Row: R. Bass, J. Mehalko, B. Kotvas, L. Andrews, D. Havrilla, E. K weller, M. Gwosden Center Row: F. Boldy, L. Pekar, B. Rutter, W. Glenn, R. Lacko, J. O’Malley, R. Phillips Bottom Row: J. Dawson, I). Novak, G. Burdell. R. Kramer, J. Thomas, B. McLaughlin, M. Hudson 83 fiaAksrtJbalL At the beginning of the 1952-53 season, Scott was ranked very high in the crystal ball for Section 7. They had a mediocre exhibition record, winding up the first eight games with a four-four record. The team lacked experience, except for two holdover regulars, “Doc” Kramer and Jim Thomas. The team started out as they did a year ago, winning the first four games and then losing to Braddock in a hard fought contest. They lost two more games in a row, to Wilkinsburg and to Turtle Creek, before rebounding to defeat a tough Swissvale team. The team finished their last four games by defeating Penn and Wilkinsburg while losing to Rankin and Braddock. The final league record was seven wins and five losses. The overall season record was eleven wins and eleven losses. On the starting five, following the loss of Jim Thomas because of scholastic deficiencies were Bernie McLaughlin, a junior forward who did a terrific job of scoring and rebounding. Milt Hudson, a junior and a very competitive boy, who probably was the team’s best rebounder, was the other forward. “Doc” Kramer, senior center who was the captain of the team, led the overall season scoring with a 272 point total. The guards were Don Novak, a very scrappy senior and George Burdell, a sophomore, who did a good job as playmaker of the team. Dick Phillips and Bob Pepe were the two most capable reserves. In 1954, the Scotties will have Hudson, McLaughlin. Burdell, and Phillips as holdovers and these boys plus others will again make Scott a Section 7 contender. Scott Opp. 67 North Catholic 63 69 Jeannette 67 43 Glassport 52 42 Wilmerding 46 53 Jeannette 56 62 Glassport 68 78 Munhall 66 53 Wilmerding 52 59 Turtle Greek 49 56 Swissvale 49 63 Rankin 61 51 Penn 42 60 Greensburg 83 49 Braddock 55 69 Wilkinsburg 80 43 Turtle Greek 55 46 Swissvale 35 54 Rankin 62 65 Penn 42 49 Greensburg 77 63 Braddock 71 75 .. Wilkinsburg 56 11 Wins 11 Losses 84 85 w 98 ■ (BaAobalL When the Spring baseball season of 1952 rolled arouund, Scott fans bad high hopes of coping the section championship. But in spite of the fact that key players were returning to the Raider line-up after enjoying a rather good season the year before, the Scotties dropped several close contests which threw them out of the running. Coach Reed’s diamond entry posted a four, and five record and ended up in third place in the sectional standings behind Wilkinsburg, the winner, and Turtle Creek. The ’53 outlook looks very gloomy indeed for the North Braddock nine. Gone are such stalwart performers as Bernie Oriss, Ed Suley, Bob Burelli, Phil Benevento, Jim Poindexter, Charlie Summers, Ed Svitil, Frank Boldy, and Bill Ragan. :ott 1 1952 RECORD Penn Opp. 2 7 Turtle Creek o 3 Braddock i 3 Wilkinsburg 6 11 Swissvale 4 4 Penn 3 1 Turtle Creek 4 3 Braddock 7 1 Wilkinsburg 7 During the 1952 campaign, the most consistent Scott starting line-up looked something like this: Bob Burelli, Charlie Summers, George Burdell, and Frank Boldy performed on the mound. Behind the batter, little Phil Benevento did a great job until he developed a sore arm. Milt Hudson was stationed at first base, while the other members of the infield consisted of Ji.n Poindexter at third, Bernie Oriss at short, and for the most part Bill Ragan at second base, a position which was changed quite frequently in the box score. In the outfield the Scotties had Jeff Thomas, Ed Suley, and Ed Svitil, all veterans. Although the Raider material looks rather flimsy for the ’53 season. Coach Reed hopes to come up with a couple of surprises among his sophomore and junior holdovers. 1953 SCHEDULE April 13 Penn Home April 16 Turtle Creek Away April 20 Braddock Home April 23 Wilkinsburg Away April 27 Swissvale Home April 30 Penn Away May 4 Turtle Creek Home May 7 Braddock Away May 11 Wilkinsburg Home May 14 Swissvale Away Oihlsiic, Sanqwrt The Athletic Banquet was a very colorful affair held in the basement of the United Brethren Church on Jones Avenue. A delicious meal of roast beef was prepared by the women of the church. After the meal we heard two very good speakers. Dr. Eddie Baker, head football coach at Carnegie Tech, gave an inspiring talk on competitive athletes. Dr. Jesse Quatse, Baker’s assistant, also gave a brief talk. Dr. Zuerner was absent from the annual affair, but Dr. Kirschner presented the invocation and Mr. M. J. Oriss did his usually fine job as Toastmaster. Mr. Oriss introduced members of the Board of Education and, he also introduced Mr. Davis, Junior High Principal; Mr. Clay, Bell Avenue Principal; Mr. Ruska, statistician; Dr. Jones. School doctor; Dr. Cilksv and Dr. Tongue, school dentists; Mr. Ernst, maintenance; Mr. Stefko. publicity; Mr. Womelsdorf, band leader; and Chuck Airhart, Free Press news editor. The banquet was attended by members of the football, basketball, and baseball squads. cheerleaders, senior majorettes and senior band members. After the speakers, Mr. Oriss introduced our own football coach, John Reed and he also introduced the coaches of the respective sports; Bill Bache, and Ernest Shuntill, assistant football coaches; Jimmy Conroy, assistant Junior High football coach; Andy Rensko, head basketball coach; and Joe Kliskey, assistant basketball coach and Mike Girman, assistant Junior High basketball coach. Mr. Reed presented gold footballs to four seniors who had played on the squad for three years. They were Don Novak, Frank Bokly, Nate Marshall, and Rav Fantaski. lie also presented letters to the following juniors and sophomores. Thev were Russ McConville, Norman Egnatz, Everett Herd, Bob Pepe, Rich Hurst, Joe Tarsala, and George Btirdell. Richard Kramer and Jim Thomas were to be presented with gold basketballs upon completion of the season. After the presentations the banquet was adjourned and all who attended went away feeling that they had had an enjovable evening. 89 JootbaJL Camti VHwitfii A. 90 91 1953 Senior tBabicA, 1. Shirley Sekerchak 10. Betty Jane Vavra 18. Anna Mae Aranos 2. Jean Venn 11. Larry Newman 19. Audrey Smith 3. Charles Yurko 12. Arlene Kovac 20. Doris Udavak 4. Tom Mazik 13. Florence Sobek 21. Barbara Popchak 5. Ed 6c Ted Bernard 14. Marlene Payne 22. Audrey Schnabel 6. Virginia Knapp 15. Mona Bennett 6c 23. Anna Mae Hajek 7. Dianne Mashoney Ray Fan task i 24. Rita Halahan 8. Mary Cifone 16. Kathy Graziano 25. Virginia Kopelcheck 9. Barbara Rnffner 17. Julia Sauchin 26. Rosemary Ofsanik 92 OacjcUv (jJiwWtdu SCOTT CHEERLEADERS — o — Omega Sigma Chi Gamma Sorority Business Organization of North Braddock Ofa Afo Sorority — o — KAPPA SIGMA DELTA FRATERNITY WOMEN’S CLUB OF FIRST WARD TROB-AHRD-ARA SORORITY MEYERS POWERS TAU BETA PI FRATERNITY BURRELLI BUS LINES D. H. DeNARDO CO., JEWELERS DR. JONES LESKO FUNERAL HOME SCOTT GRILL REGENT SQUARE BOTTLING CO. OHRINGER HOME FURNITURE CO. U.S.A. Local 1219 CIO-BRADDOCK - o — Bandik’s Food Market Grandview Market Cosnotti Motors, Plymouth-DeSoto Dr. Chas. W. Nevis Menzie Dairy Co. Moose Bowling Alleys Sheridan Cafe Henry Bluinenfield Johnnie’s Cafe Kennywood, Nation's Greatest Park Richard’s Grill Hollander’s Drug Store Joseph Yliklos B. J. Club North Braddock Band Club Popik Funeral Home Smith Bros. Jakey’s Meat Market M. Bolner Sons First National Bank of Braddock Kranik’s Restaurant L. Schmidt. Jeweler Bill’s Market S. M. Krause Dave’s Garage Ted’s Flower Shop Bayley Hardware J. 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