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

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Commercial Willard Metzger Seigcrsvillc “Willie Surely you know “Shy Willie!” He’s the every- day boy around the block; the typical school boy. Willard is a good basketball player, playing guard on our teams lor four consecutive years. Girls and gasoline keep Willard fuming, but he manages to squeeze through his troubles and still grin at a friendly greeting. Radio will no doubt remember his debut on the Truth and Consequences Program. After graduation, “Willie” plans for the Navy. Basketball 1. 2, 3, I. Lillian M. Mussulman Route 3. Allentown Commercial “Lillian” “Busy as a bee” thoroughly describes Lillian. Various musical groups take her time after school hours, while selling is her specialty. Helping in the cafeteria and office gives her little time for relaxation. Cheerful though, at all times, Lillian has a crowd of friends. She’d like to do her bit after graduation by joining the WACS or WAVES. Girls Chorus 2. 3. 4; Mixed Chorus 2: Manager of Band and Orchestra 2. 3, I: Sowhiter Stall. Rose Marie Muster Sherersville Commercial “Rosie” Although Rose Marie may be very quiet, her (harm and pleasing personality have won her many friends. Rose Marie or “Rosie” as every- one calls her, has artistic ability which has been seen in many of her works. She is con- stantly an honor student with short hand as a favorite subject. After graduation, “Rosie” plans to join her sister at Temple University. Page Twentyseven

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“Jock” TOST John Linde Greenawalds Commercial John says he likes to be melancholy. Perhaps when he’s old and gray, John will, but at present we can see it’s impossible. There’s too much fun in “Jock” to make him a dull person. Puttering around in the art rooms is “Jock’s” favorite school work. The boys in the (lass all know him as manager of the basketball team. The Navy will claim John in June. Track 1. 2; Basketball Manager 1, 2, 3, 4. James Masiko Allentown, R. 1 General “Jimmy” “Jimmy” is a quiet, studious, intelligent per- son. Farming is his main interest, but there are other hobbies, as listening to good music and working in the art rooms. Keeping up with his work has proven its benefits since “Jimmy” generally has his name on the honor roll. After graduation, “Jimmy” will no doubt farm, but Grace E. Mealey Greenawalds Academic “Grade” Grace came to us in her Junior year from Allentown High School. A music enthusiast, she takes piano and organ lessons, and therefore, selects music as a favorite subject. Although not with us long, Grace has proven her ability by being an honor student. Only second to music, ranks English. Grace hopes to be a journalist and her ability is well-founded by her work on the Trumpet and Sowhiter. Girls’ Chorus 3. 1; Orchestra 3, 4; Girls’ Ensemble 3; Trumpet 3, 4; Sowhiter Staff. his plans are indefinite. Page Twenty-six

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Dorothy Nagle Shankweilers “Dotty Commercial “Dot’s” that little lady who can always be termed faithful. During her four years at South Whitehall, she has been a faithful member of our musical organizations and has participated in many other activities. Her future plans are to become a stenographer or a bookkeeper. The class of '44 knows she will succeed and wishes her “Good luck.” C.ills' Chorus I. 2. 3. 4; Band Manager 3. I; Girls' Sex telte 2. Fred New hard. Jr. Kratzers Academic “Fritz” Fred is that quiet, amiable boy whose out- standing ability is displayed as co-captain ol the basketball team. In his junior year he guided us through our problems as class president. Consistently he has been on the highest honors, with math being his favorite subject. Among his hobbies, “Fritz selects swimming as his favorite. After graduation, he intends to join the service. Basketball I. 2. 3. I; Baseball I, 2: President 3. Betty Jane Noi.l 2827 Columbia Street Academic “Betty” If you happen to hear someone laughing, you can be certain that Betty is enjoying some sort of a joke. Betty is the girl who always has a smile for everyone; yet, she can be very serious for she tackles her lessons diligently and always manages to be on the honor roll. Energetic as she may be, Betty is able to sit quietly and sew — this being a favorite pastime of hers besides swimming and collecting records. Girls' Chorus 2, 3: Senior Play; Trumpet 2; Sowhiter Slalt. Page Twenty-eighl