Slatington High School - Reflections Yearbook (Slatington, PA)

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CLIFFORD FRED BLOSK Academic Slatington R. D. No. 1 Clifford is a quiet, industrious boy whose friends are many and his foes, few. Hunting and fishing head bis list of hobbies, and movies his list of pastimes. After graduation Clifford plans to enter the Army Air Forces. Here’s wishing Lieutenant Blose clear weather, and a safe flight. j- Y 3; Ceramics; Stud nit Council , 2, 3. PAUL WILLIAM BRETZ College Preparatory Slatingron Route No. 1 A well-mannered and pleasant sort of fellow. Paul is one of the best of friends. His pleasing personality and bis ability to make friends will Invaluable to him always. He is interested in reading, dancing, swimming ami hunting. Paul plans to continue his education at college, lie is however, undecided to which one he will go, but we know he will make good in whatever he chooses because of bis pleasing personality. Ili-Y 3; International Friendship , 2; Ceramics I; Student Council , 2, 3. , EDMUND LOUIS CHANDLER General - Slatington Good things come in small packages, and Edmund is no exception to the rule. He is full of pep, vim, and vitality, always ready to laugh at even the bummest joke, if only to make the other fellow feel good. Playing and excelling on all three of our teams, Edmund has proved his love for sports. There are many walks of life he would like to pursue; but whatever his choice may be, we are certain he will do his work well. Gym Club , 2; Football L 2, 3: Basketball , 2. 3; Baseball , 2, 3; lli-Y 2, 3; Student Council 1,2, 3. GLORIA PATRICIA CHRISTMAN Commercial Slatington Gloria is a happy-go-lucky girl who seldom gets serious, although she is quite capable of doing so. She is an outstanding drum majorette with a special fondness for roller-skating, movies and shorthand. Gloria’s main ambition is to be a success in life, and we think she has a pretty good start to realize that ambition in the near future. Student Council , 2, 3; Slate 3; Gym Club , 3; Drum Majorettes 3; Secretarial Work 3. 13

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LORETTA NAOMI BETZENBERGER Academic Slarington winning smile, a charming personality ami a love for fun and dancing all belong to “Popeye.” She is a popular miss, bubbling over with good spirits, but behind her gaiety there is an earnest desire to succeed. I oretta is regularly seen at school functions and her willingness to cooperate makes her welcome everywhere. Nursing is her choice as a profession, but if she should change her mind we will recommend her as a capable bank treasurer after all her experience with the accounts of the Class of ’49. Class Officer 2. 2, (Treasurer); Chorus . 2, 3; Slate . 2; Gym Club , 2, 2; Junior Play 2; Xational Honor 2, 2; Yearbook 3; International Friendship 2; Junior Classical Club 2, 3; Student Council , 2. 3. ROBERT C HARLES BIECJLY General Slatcdale Rob is a good sport, friendly and easy to get along with, always joking and making merry. He is very interested in working with plastics in his shop course where he made some check articles. Although Bob may nor he too ambitious now; we know that once he gets started on a career, it will take a lor to stop him. Hi-Y 3; Student Council , 2, 3. GEORGE DANIEL KILEIG General New I ripoli I his rollicking, friendly lad finds pleasure in hunting, ice-skating, swimming and roller-skating. I le can usually be found v irh a crowd of boys, keeping things moving with his mild humor. We are sure he will like his work in the Navy after he graduates. Smooth sailing, Admiral! Gym Club I. 2: Baseball 3: International Friendship , 2; Hi-Y 2, 3; Student Council , 2, 3. RITH El E A NOR BLEILER College Preparatory New Tripoli Sincerity, intelligence and fun are a few of the many virtues fate bestowed upon this smiling, blushing blonde. Her cheerful disposition anti pleasing personality make her a leader among her classmates. Ruth excels in her studies but finds time for the movies and a hit of reading. Ruth’s ambition is to become a telephone operator and we consider the Bell Company very lucky over this choice. Chorus 2, 3; Tri-Hi- Y 2, 3; Yearbook 3; Junior Classical Club 2, 3; Student Council . 2. 3. 12

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ELVIN OLIVER CREITZ Gf.nerai. Schnecksville Route No. 1 Elvin, who is one of the smaller hoys in the class, can usually be found over in “Shop,” making something our of plastics. Elvin is full of fun and is liked bv all, students and teachers. He wants only to be able to travel sometime in the near future. Student Council , 2, 3; Ifi-Y 3. LEAH MINERVA CREITZ Commercial Germansville Route No. 1 Leah is one of those lucky individuals who doesn’t need a wave” to curl her long blond locks. A charming young girl, with a big smile for everyone and a pleasant disposition, she has skating and playing the piano as her hobbies, to keep her trim for a future as an organist or secretary. She’d like to play the “Wedding March” for some classmates. Student Council , 2, 3; Orchestra , 2; Slate 3; Secretarial Work 3. EDWIN WARREN CUNFER Commercial Slatington As you can see by the list of activities below, this boy had a busy three years. Ed is a very popular Senior, who is ready and willing to give his all for S.H.S. Serving in several offices such as President of the Student Council, Home Room President, and Captain of the basketball team, he finds time to keep his marks high and take an active part in social activities. His hobbies are sports and writing. In the future he hopes to be a commercial teacher or basketball coach. Student Council , 2, 3; Home Room Representative 2; Slate 2, 3; Basketball , 2, 3; Junior Play 2; National Honor Society 2, 3; Yearbook 3; Secretarial Work 3; Baseball '. SHIRLEY MAE DAUBENSPECK Commercial Slatington Shirley is a vivacious brunette with a winning smile and a personality that is overwhelmingly attractive. She holds her many friends, however, because of her sincerity. Full of pep and fun and always on the go, she spends most of her time roller-skating and dancing. Although shorthand is her favorite subject, Shirley would like to study beauty culture, so if you want yourselves made beautiful, page Shirley. Chorus 3; Slate 2, 3; Tri-Hi-Y 2y 3; Gym Club 1, 3; Yearbook 3; Cheerleading I; Secretarial Work 3; Student Council , 2, 3. 14