Upper Darby High School - Oak Yearbook (Upper Darby, PA)

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 Vkkonica ’. Bklz Hklkn K. (.'omjan Edit or-in-C hie f Art Editor kka is generally known as the most I good-natured meml er of our whole (jj Senior Class. Her pleasing tern- Cl 1 lierament and friendliness are an endless source of satisfaction to us. 'O-i Such a hearty, lovable Kiri as Vera, |M ss4‘ssiiiK the many tine qualities she does. Is sure to make her mark in the world. We know that she will make a success of whatever she undertakes. Just what Vera is going to do after June '30 we cannot say. Vera, we hoi e your Kenerous. good nature, and ready sympathy will remain with you in the years to come for we know that you will tlnd nothing hut happiness and joy in the future as your reward for making a bright life for all of us. it! Here she is! Who? The genius of our class. Where could we And a more typical member of our illustrious Senior Class than “Helen ? Although Helen has a decided weakness for dark haired in- dividuals. she is a very steady worker of our Alma Mater. Her sunny smile and ability to entertain at recreation have won for her a host of loving friends. Helen has never mentioned to us what she intends to do in the future, hut we are sure she will lie applauded for many successes in life as she has been for her excellency in general averages. And Helen as for you, you will never he forgotten by your classmate graduates. 13 ►

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Class J istorp President Earl F. Noel Vice-president Bernard C. Topper Secretary Elizabeth A. Wagamax Treasurer Ralph B. Foist ffl ow rare the beauty of the day—one of those indescribable days when everything spoke of joyful expectancy. The birds twittered lazily on the drooping boughs silvered by the reflected rays of the sun. Twenty-four happy children crossed the threshold of St. Mary’s High School whose very portals seemed to breathe a gracious welcome to these victors who. having persevered eight years along the rugged road of knowledge, were now worthy to take upon themselves the oft ridiculed title of “Freshies”. As “Freshies” we were taught to lie seen and not too often heard. Our privileges, though limited, helped us to develop great consideration for “Freshies” of future years. As the season progressed the boys were coached in basketball, but because they were freshies they were not permitted to play in the public games. The girls were privileged to stage minor entertainments and under the espionage of a chaperon (?) pay admission fee to the games. The much dreaded Washington examinations brought our first year to a close. Let us hope by experience, wiser and more dignified, we were prepared to don the title of Sophomores the following September. As we entered the now familiar building, a new face more serious and reflective, sat in the place of her whom we had long cherished. For awhile our spirits were somewhat dampened but resigning ourselves to the inevitable we made the best of our circumstances and started forth on the second year of High School experience. Our numbers were somewhat depleted—nine less than the preceding year but nothing daunted we ever kept before us our motto “To Conquer All”. One outstanding event of the year was the fact that our team played many games with the Class of ’29 ami by the end of the season we were declared the victors. Our third year was made memorable by the fact that our school which had been affiliated with the Catholic University at Washington was also affiliated with the State, a privilege which benefited many of our graduates of 29, who wished to go to institutions of higher learning or enter professions. Another noteworthy event was the publication of our first Year Book, “The Oak”, by the Class of ’29. Two more of our number fell out of the ranks thus diminishing our number to eleven—Francis Keffer went to Staten Island to resume higher studies and Loretta Top| er went in training to St. Joseph's Hospital, Philadelphia. If we felt useless as Freshies we are not suffering from the same com- plaint now. So much has been crowded into this year that it would require a volume to tell all. One new feature was Interscholastic Debates. Our first interscholastic debate being between St. Mary’s, York and our own Alma Mater. The con- testants on the Affirmative side were: Eugene Smith, Vera Belz, and Earl Noel while the Negative side was upheld by: Elizabeth Wagaman. Helen Colgan and Ralph Foist. Only too quickly have our High School days terminated. We cannot but feel regret as we sever the protecting bonds that have acted as a guiding principle in our lives. Mart Ellen Noel—Historian -« 12 y-

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Earl F. Noel Pres. '30 Hist. '29 Mary Ellen Noel Historian '30 Asst. Iius. Mgr. o-hI'm—On suis-je ? Behold our rn blushing classmate. Karl is very 13 t 1 - persevering in his studies and energetic in his sports, putting ? forth the best efforts to help gain victory. Because he proved himself a capable leader and because of bis untiring efforts, he was chosen “President of the Class of ’30. Karl possesses a calm disi osition which makes him a friend to all those about him : always willing to help those who ask assistance. lie is always ready to greet you with a friendly smile. Therefore the Class of ’30 ho| es that whatever his future may be, it will be stored with good fortune. Kiioi.1) fair readers, just gaze upon this fair lass! “Mary Ellen” Is one of the most efficient and reliable girls in the graduating class. She is possessed of a smile so gay and a heart so light, that who would ever sus- pect Sis with her angelic countenance of being capable of sending us into tits of hysterical laughter with her witticisms? Sis loves the outdoor life, especially walking. She has been seen many times taking long strolls up Main Street. It seems as though she prefers the evening for this dally exercise — just ask her about it. Just what Mary Kllen intends to do after Commencement we have not hear»! her say, but whatever path you select. Sis. the Class of ’30” wishes you the Jtet of luck. I ►-