South Whitehall High School - Sowhiter Yearbook (Allentown, PA)

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344 Joseph Gourniak Ormrod General “Joe” •‘Joe’’ is the best known boy in our class. As a star on both the basketball and baseball teams. “Joe” gained his popularity. However, his brag- ging is concerned only with the fluid drive on the DeSoto. Other than sports, “Joe” plays the accordion. During our freshman years, “Joe” was our class treasurer. The Marine Corps or Navy is Joe's aim. Baseball I, 2; Basketball 1. 2. 3. 4: Treasurer 1. 2. Jack Guthrie 32SX Highland Street Academic “Jack” Jack quickly adapted himself to South White- hall even though he came in his senior year. During basketball season, we could generally find Jack cheering away for the alma mater. His friends all find him good company because of his caustic remarks. After graduation Jack plans to return to Mount Hertnon and continue his education. Later in the fall perhaps, he will enter one of the forces. Charles Haines Cctronia Academic “Chuck” An all round good sport, we find “Chuck” using his ability for leadership by serving as Vice President for three years and President for the fourth year. His popularity can easily be seen through his many friends. “Chuck” is an enthusiast for chemistry with typing as a side liner. However, his capability in all subjects keeps him frequently on the honor roll. Basketball 4: Vice President I. 2. 3: President 4; Junior Play: Senior Play. I'tige Twenty-one

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Com.Mi' kciai. Edith E. Galucy Orefield Edie” Edith’s witty remarks and clever humor have proven her great fun. Her participation in the Junior and Senior Class Plays brought forth her talent for the stage. Dances will always be at- tended by Edie,” jitterbugging away with her friends. With the good grades Edie” made in Commercial work, we know she’ll have no trouble becoming a capable secretary. Junior ( lass I’lay 3; Senior Class I’lay I; Trumpet I. 2. Clarence H. George K rai eis General Hud” Hud” is a tall, quiet, curly-haired fellow who looks neat at all times. Hunting, fishing, driving Chevvies, and basketball are “Hud's favorite pastimes, but occasionally he’ll dust off his trumpet and blow a few notes. His favorite sub- ject, Problems of Democracy, allows Clarence chance to prove his argu men live ability. To actiuire a Civil Service job or go to College is Hud's” ambition. F. F. A. 1, 2; Boys' Chorus I. Alvin Gibiser Guthsvillc General “G ibby” “Gibby' is a wiry fellow with a pleasant per- sonality which wins him his friends. For four years, he has been a steady, capable basketball manager. Alvin's main interests are shop work and hunting during its season. “Gibby drives a car. and hopes to become a mechanic in the future. Basketball Manager 1,2, 3. 4. Page Twenty

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Bernard Hawrylo Orefiekl “Butch TOST Academic Bernard is the whiz at speaking French. Any- one hearing him recite would think he was born in France. Bernard’s poems and humor articles for the Trumpet made him well-known to all. A conscientious student, “Butch” manages the honor roll half of the year. Upon graduation, “Butch” would like to take a civil service exam at the Middletown Air depot. Erumpet 2. 3; Sowhiter Staff. Roger Hecht Neffs Academic “Hector” Roger can generally be seen hunched over a paper writing with his left hand. His diligence in all his studies keep him a constant honor student. When humor strikes “Hector,” his deep laughs sound through the class, making him a thoroughly likeable person. When “Hector” graduates he plans to try for the Army Air Corps. Baseball Manager 2: Sowhiter Staff. Wayne Herber •J Slatington Academic “Herb” Wayne is always ready to give a willing hand when there is work to be done. His quick wit and keen sense of humor have broken up many a dull moment. Basketball and ice skating are his favorite hobbies. He lists shop as a favorite subject. After graduation, Wayne intends to enter the Navy. Photography Club. Page Twenty-two