Upper Merion High School - Pioneer Yearbook (King of Prussia, PA)

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011215555 Qlllass iBnzm I am the master of my Fate Were I'lenley's famous words: And there's consolation in that thought - Who knows what things might be -- In foreign lands, nourished on Hate ' On the other side of the sea. There when a boy is ready for Life The odds up against him are thrown. Here you can choose and then if you lose. It's nobody's fault but your own. Some'll take college: some'll take marriage Nobody's fate's the same. In Europe the lucky and sometimes the plucky Will win - for the rest it's a shame. If we but realize it now while we're young, Opportunity knocks every day. We're proud of the privilege of living our lives Here in the U. S. A. BY JOHN J. VAN RODEN

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Health ervices 1,11 'Pd 'Inga THIS YliAR we feel that progress has been made in our dental work. The Dental Clinic is established and reaching out to meet the dental health needs of students of all ages in our schools. Dr, Bahler has given us much of his time and has worked faithfully and untiringly for the good of our students. It is because of this, that such progress has been attained. Dr, Falcone has, for another year, put the medical work in our schools on an upward treid. The work of the school doctor sometimes goes unnoticed: this should not be true. We need his constant guidance and attention to keep our students in good health, so that they may have the best oppor- tunity of securing the most from the classroom. Dr. Falcone has made every effort to make this pcssihle. FREDERICK W. BAIILER D.D.S. BENJAMIN L. FALCONE, MD. MARGA11u'r E. MCCLURE. RN, Sciiooi. Nuxesiz

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Panel HENRY ALDERFER Basketball 3: Band 1, Z, 3, 4. May Day 3: Pioneer 4: Prom Committee 3: Senior Play 4: Home Room Treasurer 3: Dance Band 4. H is the Harry James of Upper Merion. For six years he has been an integral part of the U. M. band. During that time H tooted away in the role of solo trumpeter, and each and every march had a little of that Alderfer swing. H was a whiz also on the basketball court, and during his junior year received his letter. A musician, a sportsman, and last but not least, Henry the actor. ln the senior play, Henry displayed hidden dramatic talents as he took the character role of Sherwin Parker. ln addition he is known as the smooth dresser of Upper Merion. H has made excellent use of his valuable assets, and will certainly build a successful career around one of them. FRANK ASHTON President 4: Basketball Manager 4: Football Manager 4. Frank, oftimes referred to as A'Stumps , is a helpful fellow around school. Back after thirty-five months of naval duty, this veteran is completing his high school education. Frank has been efficient as manager of the athletic teams of Upper Merion. As president of the Senior Student Panel, Ashton has proven to be a capable speaker and leader. Since enter- ing school he has recounted many tales of adventure in the Pacific lsles. Upon graduation Frank intends to enter the building business. May Day 3: Rifle Club l. 1 DONALD AUCH Football 1, 2. 3, 4. Basketball Manager 3 Fashion Show 3 Prom Committee 3 What do you say? Who was that? Why Whimpy , of course. Who else has that familiar friendliness? Quiet but amusing he was one of our favorite ll for four years. As president of the Student Association, he has shown himself quite worthy of the position. As a hobby, Donald enjoyed collecting theatre stubs and programs. Responsibility and dependa- bility are his outstanding qualities and characteristics. As proof of this, he was elected manager of the basketball team last year. He helped with prom and other dance decora- tions and also ran the movie projector. Modeling with Maggie in the Fashion Show last year, he contributed a touch of humor.