Spring City High School - Pirate Log Yearbook (Spring City, PA)

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RICHARD W. EVANS lndustrial Arts - Spring City Pop-there goes Evans Quiet Richard was one true friend when you became acquainted with him. Never being interested in school activities, he found sufficient recreation in bowling, however this used only half of his free time, for during school radio was his greatest avocation and he acquired experience by building and repairing any type of radio. Rich planned to take electrical work in ct serious way by being an apprentice to his father before launching his own career. Photography Club 4, Radio Club 2, Mechanics Club 2. MARION IEAN FINKBINER Commercial Secretarial - East Vincent Sing away sorrow, cast away care With her attractive dimples and peppy personality, Pinky added much color to the Class of '5U. She was active, full of ideas, and always ready for fun. lean participated in many and varied activities where her helping hand could be traced. Our high-stepping drum majorette sparked the high school band by her twirling and able leadership. Her ambition was to become a secretary-a position for which she was very well qualified. Yearbook 4, Honor Society 3, 4, Band 2, 3, 4, Softball l, Z, 3, 4, Mixed Chorus 3, 4, Class Play 4, Allied Youth l, Z, 3, 4, Class Officer 2, 3, 4, Girls' Varsity Club 2, 3, 4, Sr. High Dramatics 2, 3. our senior year they included The Winter Whirl, HARRY F. FISCHER Industrial Arts - East Pikeland Work! No, that's too difficult Residing in Kimberton, Harry brought to S. C. H. S. some of the flavor of East Pikeland. His lack of interest in most studies was balanced by his interest in art class. This ang1er's skill was evident when on the first day of trout season his full number of fish were caught. Much of his time was spent in learning the mechanical details of his own car, which knowledge he hoped to put into use when he operated his own garage. Allied Youth 3, 4, Railroad Club l. LOREN G. FOX Agriculture - Spring City We've spotted the Fox, Tally-ho! Unlike most redheads, Foxie had no temper. His even disposition marked him as one of our most genial lads. Loren's interests were centered in agriculture, and his efforts were amply rewarded by his being elected president of the F. F. A. During those week-end jaunts to his brother's farm, Foxie was able to put into practice his agricultural training. Yes, here was application in the raw. This versatile lad not only hoed a fine row but charmed his listeners with a voice of rare quality. F. F. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Mixed Chorus 4. Seventeen

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IANET MAY DeWALT Commercial Clerical - Spring City Ambition finds joy ln Ianet we had the kind of girl that likes and is liked by everyone. Her artistic ability was often displayed in other activities such as her postcard collection. Basketball, in which she played the position of guard adeptly. was the most important sport on her list, unless you consider driving the car. Contrary to most girls she enjoyed helping with housework. Ianet planned to establish herself in an office-employers, place a bid for her services early. Honor Society 4, Basketball 2, Allied Youth 3, 4, Arts and Crafts 3. DORIS MAE ECKENRODE Commercial Clerical - Spring City Learn a little, laugh a lot After many other functions connected with school have long been forgotten, former students will remember the wonderful parties given by Doris. No one was ever fooled by her demure spurts of quietness, for the twinkle in her eye still shone, signifying the storm might break any moment. Even though her plans for the future were vague, we knew that her old trait of letting things go until they straightened themselves out would pull her through. Mixed Chorus 3, Newspaper 4, Basketball 2, Softball l, Allied Youth l, 3, 4, Sr High Dramatics 2, 3. activities, though few, shone brightly. Up to DORIS ANNE EDWARDS Academic -- Spring City A card-with a heart of gold and a diamond personality This cute Irish girl with a twinkle in her eye always had a story, told in the appropriate accent, to fit any occasion. Her more serious classmates were given a new lease on life when this peppy, energetic dynamo was around. Any one of Doris Anne's outstanding take-offs was rare enter- tainment. Classmates, beware! Doris Anne long planned a career of nursing. Watch that she doesn't trip you just to practice on a patient who was too unsuspecting and trusting. Yearbook 4, Basketball Z, Hockey l, 2, 3, 4, Softball l, 2, 3, 4, Mixed Chorus 3, 4, Girls' Chorus 2, Class Play 3, Allied Youth 3, 4, Girls' Varsity Club 3, 4, Sr. High Dramatics 2, 3. EMMA LUELLA EVANS Commercial Clerical - Spring City Poetry charms the soul Many poetic contributions were made to the Pirate Chatter by this gifted classmate. Dolly's interest leaned toward domestic activities, this was expressed by her intense fondness for sewing and cooking. Perhaps Emma Lou was not actively associated with many school functions, nevertheless she was always willing to give her support. In preparation for her life after school days, she enjoyed her part-time employment as a secretary at the E-Cut. This will insure her success in the future. Library Club 4, Writers and Correspondence Club 2. Sixlfmz

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GUSTAVE C. FREY Industrial Arts - Spring City 'Food feeds the body, laughter feeds the soul A practical joker from the word go, Gussie overlooked the scowls of his more gullible classmates and pacitied their irritation with some friendly deed or gay banter. He and his cronies could always be found Where mischief predominated. They were easily transported in Gus' new Plymouth which he always kept in tip-top shape, for he loved to tinker with a motor of any type, Like father like son, he planned to follow in his father's footsteps and become a machinist. Photography Club 2. IOHN VINCENT GALLAGHER Academic - Spring City Work, food, and fun-that's life Late in our sophomore year, this witty, wacky, likeable fellow joined our ranks. He was often seen thumbing his way to Phoenixville where he held the position of a service station attendant. Even though this took up a great deal of his time, he still managed to participate in our class plays, where his flare for comedy was apparent. loin the Navy and see the world was Vince's byword, for he planned to enter this service to further his mechanical education. Class Play 3, 4, Allied Youth 3, 4, Nature Club 2. Home Sweet Homicide, and the Junior-Senior FLORENCE MARIE GOOD Commercial Clerical - East Vincent She carries the Good with her Shy, yes, but not the wallflower variety, for Flo was always on hand when there was something to do. Liking all sports but choosing hockey as the one to play, she contributed much to our team as left halfback. Florence worked hardy besides her schoolwork and hockey she had a part-time job at Seven Stars Restaurant. When her work permitted, she chose horseback riding or, as a less strenuous exercise, playing the piano. Yearbook 47 Hockey l, 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth l, 2, 3, 45 Girls' Varsity Club 3, 4, Sr. High Dramatics 3. CHARLES F. GRUBB Industrial Arts - Spring City An honest man who toiled When one saw Charlie on foot, he could be certain that his dark green scooter was in need of repair. Industry played a major role in his life. Those popsicles that Charlie made while in the employ of a local ice cream plant were super. Remember how they tasted! Working ranked ahead of baseball, which received his full support every season. When the days proved fruitless for others, this fisherman could be counted on to bring in a haul. Radio Club 2, 3, Model Club 2, 3. Eighteen