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

Text from Pages 1 - 84 of the 1949 volume:

8 1 rw ' 'W ililhha-A .Rii'E'- 1mF5..i:iFrv'Q'Sl.x7ll'ii'1lZ.x,ai2hHJHm.f' CLASS PCDEM . School is like a main voyage Upon an unknown sea. We begin with little knowledge And wander aimlessly. As the years go on and on, Our course is followed through. Our leaders are the captains And we, a willing crew.. Although we may encounter storms Like the ship on the restless sea, We follow our Captain's guidance And go on successfully. The trial voyage is over. We hope success is near. We are now our own Captains Graduating without fear. -PAUL MCKERNAN - 1 .. ,nu 'r 'Ji .. 1 .I .Q I3-11:1 Y A - -:is ' l ' .:15K'?5!: :lg A Q.. 2 Yifffsfx c 5 55 xi LL K' i me 5 M1 nm Ti ffl, 1 1-' GSE ' ll .I gif .s ,fm dig 'aw-1 , t ' fr. - st. , 51-- - Exe Q 3- H Ill, 4 -,Emi 'ka Q13-I . 1,..IQ,g U 35 'L ,qguwfaxk 229 lgfmiii 1- '35 ,sf 4. Whig? 'iw-?saeE 'fi 4:11431 in ' ' 914411 7' LR VLLP f' I I 2? 1 1. 4' tg L yQ'I: ', '1- '. .v'Yf 'El i L MFI 1' I Iowm I H3453 .-,J .,.1s5Q1+ h iy' qlptjjm JYIMLELQILOOE P? F 1 JILQII EE L.: PUBLISHED BY TI-IE SENIOR CLASS OE IQ!-IQ AT UPPER MERION I-IIGI-I SCI-IOCDI. - BRIDGEPORT, PENNA FCDREWORD . . As Freshmen We looked ahead to the future with great anticipation. The war had ended and peace had once again come to the World. With this, our privi- leges became more numerous, our school life became brighter and life, as a Whole, became more normal. Secretly We vowed, to ourselves, to be- come better students and to make every succeeding year a memorable one. And now graduation is at hand. The Pioneer of 1949 is a mirror of our school days, reflecting the happiest days of our lives. We cannot, physically, re- turn to the past but through this Pioneer, we Will. -4- DEDICATION MR. THOMAS A CAMPION As each class departs from its Alma Mater, there remains in memory someone who can be called a special friend, a pal , a downright nice guy. This someone is a person who has earned the respect of everyone. One who always has a friendly greeting, the Willingness to help, and something to lift our spirits when things are low. Since coming to Upper Merion, this man has been all of that to usp a symbol of fight, hope, and the will to win. To us, the departing class, he has been more than just a teacher, someone extraordinary, someone that we can trust. So, it is with the greatest of pleasure that We, the Class of l949, dedicate our yearbook to Mr. Thomas A. Campion - our sincere friend. -5- BGARD CDF EDUCATICDN The Board ot Education, whose members are elected by the taxpayers Ot the community, has the responsibility of providing suitable schools and equip- ment and ot supervising the operation Of the schools. Although the contacts Ot board members with the school during class hours are necessarily limited, we are aware Ot the fact that Our school board is constantly concerned with the growth and improvement of Upper Merion Township public schools. We wish to let them know that we appreciate the time and effort they spend to make possible the many advantages we enjoy in our school. Greetings and best wishes for a successful and happy future to each member of the Class of 19-19. -UPPER MER1ON TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION Standing- ' Mr, Walter H. Polchlopek, Mr. . Frederick H. Baehr, Mr. George M. Hein, Mr Warren H. Cocklin, l Superintendent of Schools. Seated? Mr, I. Lester Hinehart, Treasurer: Mr. Darwin S. Wolcott, Presidentg Miss Marlon D. Myers, Secretary, Mr. I. Arthur Buehler, Vice-Presb dent. -5- 1949 PIONEER . . . Sesame Was the magic Word which opened the treasure caves to Ali Baba. Education is the open sesame for the riches ot happy and success- ful living today. You have finished one step in acquiring this modern magic word. Take more steps and still more steps, remembering that While Sesame opened the cave, Ali Baba still had to use all his skills to get the treasure from the thieves. I believe you have the necessary skills and hope that these, plus the education you have acquired in Upper Merion, Will enable you to secure the riches oi full and happy lives. -BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF l949- WARREN H COCKLIN -WARREN H. Cocxim Superintendent of Upper Merion Township Schools ADMINISTTQATICDN CLASS OF l949 . . . Six years ago - back in September, l943 - l had the occasion to say hello, and Welcome into the Iunior High School, a group of little boys and girls who had spent the summer happily playing and dreading the return to the schoolroom. Now, alter an interval of six years, much of which has been fun, and some hard Work, time and space permit me only to bid you farewell. With this saying ot good-bye, go my best Wishes, to a group of young men and women, tor a future filled With happiness and success. -ROBERT R. STRINE Principal of Upper Merion High School -7- ROBERT R. STRINE MARIORIE BIZILIA FACU LTY B S., Urfeinus College. Girls' Physical Education, Health, Basketball, Hockey, Cheerleading, Twirling Club. Did you take a S1lOll'Cf!7n ROBERT S. BRACKIN Drexel Hill B, S., West Chester State Teachers College. M. S., University of Pennsylvania. Mathematics, lr. High Panel, 7th grade home- room. 1'II gcf that red pencil outlu THOMAS A. CAMPION King Manor B. S., Pennsylvania State College. Boys' Physical Education, Health, Basketball, Football, Varsity Club. i'RcIax.l AILEEN COTTINGHAM Philadelphia West Chester State Teachers College. B. S., University of Pennsylvania. Social Studies, 7th grade homeroom, Iunior High School Honor Society, Spartan Shoppe. Isnt that killingfn RUTH K. DIETRICH B. S., Temple University. Vocal Music Supervisor, Senior Chorus, Glee Club. Wise up, McKcrnan. ' Norristown GEORGE I. EYTH Ridley Park B. S., Temple University. Shop, Stage Crew, Girls' Shop. Vary Finc-, ' EARL S. FRIES Pottstown M. S., University ot Pennsylvania. B. S., West Chester State Teachers College. Science, Mathematics, Projector Club, Na- tional Honor Society, l2th grade homeroom. I beg your pardonln CATHERINE HILL HAAG Yeadon B. S., Albright College. Cafeteria Supervisor. All Rightlu HERBERT L. HENSINGER King of Prussia B. S., Franklin 5. Marshall College. Mathematics, Commercial Subjects, Pioneer, Booster Club, 9th grade homeroom. lylm .ii7oppiri:l BETTY l. KALBACK Upper Darby B. S., Albright College. Home Economics, Chefs' Club, llth grade homeroom. Put your work iill'ZIt1.V' MARCIA M. KRYSA Boyertown B. S., Kutztown State Teachers College. Library, Social Studies, English, Library Club, lr. and Sr. f.ct's get biisyf' -3- FAC U LTY SAMUEL H. LAUDENSLAGER Norrisiown B. S., Temple University. A. B., Columbia University. Mus. M., University of Michigan. Instrumental Music, Band. No composingf-play as it's ufrittenf' GRACE K. MILLER Spring City Bloomsburg State Teachers College. B. S., Temple University. M. A., Temple University. Commercial Subjects, Iunior Panel, Stu- dents Association. Are you ready for dictation? ORIENT MARTELLA Swedeland B. S., Pennsylvania State College. General Science, Biology, Football, Basket- ball, 8th grade homeroom. Let's slow down. NORMAN E. RAUB Norristown B. S., Ed. M., Temple University. Science, Athletic Director, Golf, Attendance. Where is your excuse? E. ROBERT PATTERSON Yeadon B, S., Ed. M., Temple University. English, Grapevine, 9th grade homeroom, Model Railroad Club. Settle Downy' E. IEAN WAMBAUGH Norristown B. S., Shippensburg State Teachers College. English, Spanish, Sth grade homeroom. Get your feet out of the aisle. GEORGE I. SANTORO King of Prussia B. S., Ursinus College. Science, Radio, Sth grade homeroom, Foot- ball, Baseball. Your attention, please! MERRILL C. YOUNG Bridgeport, R.D. 1 B. S., Edinboro State Teachers College. Art Supervisor, Pioneer, Handicraft, lUth grade homeroom. 1 don't know! MARIE WOLFSKILL Norristown B. A., Elmira College. English, Panel, Senior Play, Iunior Play, Commencement Orators, Declamations, l2th grade homeroom. All right, I'lI see you seventh period. FRANK C. YUTZ King of Prussia B. S., East Stroudsburg State Teachers College. Social Studies, lr. High Football, Basketball, llth grade homeroom. Testie Test Tomorrow. PAUL ZUCK Ieifersonville B. A., Blue Ridge College. B. S., M. S., Temple University. Social Studies, Science, Psychological Ex- aminer, Qth grade homeroom. Take these notes. - 9 - OFFICE MEDICAL QVLJ TRANSPORTATION ,R I pg, STAFFS MISS IEAN GOODWIN MISS MARTHA PUGH Ofllcc Svcrctnry ASSl'SflIlIf to bliss Gooflwin K K I :Hi 1 MISS BETTY MCCLURE School Nursc C. HAROLD KISTLER, M.D. LEON I. PINSKER, D.D.S. School Doctor School Dentist I UPPER MERION CONTRACT CARRIER, INC.. OLIVER T. HENDREN. IR. AND LUTHER EVELYN - 10 - ezziors - - - O The Pioneer . . GEORGE BERNSTIEL Swedesburg upeanutsf' Football Manager l, Z, Dancing Club lg Sadie Hawkin's Dance Committee 3. Peanuts , as he is known to all his friends, always seems to be around. His advantage is being small because he can dodge whenever somebody swings at him. George is also very cooperative when anyone needs him. Good luck, George! IOHN BRUNO Swedesburg Gus Football Manager l, 2, 3, 4, Basketball Manager l, 2, 3, 4, Sophomore Play 2, Iunior Play 35 Fashion Show 35 Prom Committee 3, Stage Crew 3, 4, Varsity Club 2, 3, 45 Camera Club 3, Dancing Club lg Student Association Treasurer 4, Sadie Hawkin's Dance Committee 3, Minstrel 3, 4. Iohn, our most efficient sports manager, is glad to help any- one who needs help. We know Iohn's efficiency will help him succeed in anything he does. DOROTHY BURKE King Manor Dottie Fashion Show 3, Library Club 4, Chorus l, 2, 3, 4. ls Ioe out there yet? That's Dottie's pet question which we hear every noon hour. Dottie has one ambition after graduation-to be a housewife. Dottie is liked by all because she towers over everyone else and makes all the noise, saving the students the trouble. -11- -lhe Pioneer . . MICHAEL BURRY Swedesburg Baseball 2, 3, 45 Softball lp Basketball 1, Z, 3, 45 Football 1, 2, 3, 45 Fashion Show 35 Stage Crew 35 Varsity Club 31 Varsity Club Vice President 45 Student Association 35 Presi- dent 45 Dancing Club 15 Prom Committee 3. l Mike is one of our stars that shine on the football rt Mike has a pleasing smile and mischievous pranks. Litt e iield and basketball cou . manner and will be remembered for his 1, May,. King Manor IUNE CHANDLER Library 45 Senior Play 45 Chorus 4. Iune is the dizzy blonde of the Senior Class. She has made many friends among the U. M. students since she came here from Martha P. Falcone High School. Iune will be remem- bered by her fine performance as Mrs. Lewis in the Senior Play. We hope she will succeed in life and follow out her ambition. ..Gordy.. GORDON COLLINS Gulf Mills Football 2, 3, 45 Basketball 2, 3, 45 Baseball 2, 3, 45 Varsity Club 3, 45 Stage Crew 2, 3, 45 Dancing Club lg Fashion Show 35 Sadie Hawkin's Dance 35 Prom 35 Minstrel 3, 4. Gordy Collins, all around athlete, must part with us this year. We will always remember his famous catches in foot- ball, his good hitting in baseball, and his almost impossible shots in basketball. Besides being a three letter man, Gordy is a quiet, likeable boy. We wish him a lot of luck in the future. -12- -I-he Pioneer . . PAUL COUCH Bridgeport Tex Football l, 2, 35 Baseball 3, 45 Dancing Club lg Chefs' Club 3 Varsity Club 3, 45 Stage Crew 2, 3, 45 Baseball Manager 4 Fashion Show 35 Sadie Hawkin's Dance Committee 3. Tex, or the Texas Kid, is the best male tenor in the school. When you hear someone singing like Bing or Frankie, tear not, it's only Paul. Tex is also interested in sports. He will be remembered for his kindness and cheertulness to everyone and, most of all, tor his flirting with all the girls. WARREN DAVIS Norristown Bousy Football lp Basketball 15 Baseball l5 Fashion Show 35 Iunior Play 35 Senior Play 45 Stage Crew l, 2, 3, 45 Prom Committee 35 Dancing Club lg Sadie Hawkins Dance 2. Bousy is one of those tellows that seems to havewan an- swer tor everything. Although Bousy never seems to study, he comes up with the right answers when he wants to. KA rare momentll Bousy will be remembered most for his collection ot old flivers. The main hobbies ot this prankster are girls and the National Guard. THERESA DeSIMONE Wayne Shorty Band 2, 3, 45 Grapevine 35 Fashion Show 35 Prom Committee 35 Band Council 45 Sophomore Show 35 Prom Committee 35 Band Council 45 Sophomore Play 25 Sadie Hawkin's Dance Committee 35 Dancing Club lg Chorus l, 2, 45 Panel 35 Senior Play Committee 4. Shortie as she is known by her friends is very active. During her pastime, she plays with the band. Theresa wishes to have R. N. behind her name. We wish her much success in the tuture. -13- ALBERT DiGIAMBA'l l'ISTA The Pioneer . Abrams Gabby Stage Crew 2, 3, 45 Chefs' Club 35 Prom Committee 35 Sadie Hawkins Dance Committee 35 Panel 2. Height is not a problem to Gabby, one of the shortest members of our class. It Gabby cannot be seen, he can surely be heard. Gabby is popular among his classmates and knows all the latest jokes. His hobbies are sports and farming. ANNE EWANICK Swedeland Lenny Sadie Hawkins Dance Committee 35 Chorus 1, 2, 3, 45 Fashion ' ' - ' St ti 45 Senior Prom Show 35 Student Association 4, Pioneer a Committee 2, 35 May Day 35 Iunior Class Secretary 3. A 's always seen riding in her Cadillac. Who could this nne 1 be? Anne has been quite interested in U. M. since her first ar here in ninth grade She is the new Secretary for the ye . Student Association. We hope 'Anne will succeed in her ambition to be a housewife. i . 4- L-' 11 ' K W J, , I , 4' K fi 5 BEVERLY FOX Valley Forge Babsie Chorus l, 2, 45 Grapevine l5 Fashion Show 35 Pioneer 45 P Committee 35 Sadie Hawkin's Sr. Class Secretary5 rom Dance 35 Dancing Club lp Senior Play 4. Babsie is the main-liner of our class. Her ambition in life is to marry a cadet from Valley Forge Military Academy and spend the rest of her lite traveling, painting, and just living in general. You would hardly recognize this blue- eyed blonde as the deaf grandmother in Me and My Shadow. .. 14 .. The Pio NEST . . :l'7.f . C i ff ' ' C X If ,f if wu.1.mM Grnncmuo Swedesburg Mooki Softball 15 Football Manager 45 Basketball Manager 45 Stag Crew 3, 45 Fashion Show 35 Prom Committee 35 Sadie Haw kin's Dance Committee 35 Varsity Club 45 Chefs' Club 3. Mookie is always seen with Tex walking down the halls, winking and flirting with the gals. His favorite pastime is talking which he does all the time. Mookie will be re- membered as one of the best managers in all sports. 6 6 RRY HARKINS Hughes Park Roses CLASS ORATOR Chorus 2, 3, 45 Pioneer 45 Camera Club 35 Booster Club 45 Prom Committee 35 Fashion Show Commentator 35 Sadie Hawk1n's Dance 35 Olympic Day 35 Dramatic Club Z5 De- clamation 4. Roses as she is called by her friends, is an April girl. Iack of all trades, she is the school soloist, and also excels in wr ting poetry and prose. Whether journalism or we are sure she will be a great success. MICHAEL GUIDES Swedeland Trippi' Dramatic Club Z, 3, 45 Chefs' Club 35 Sadie Hawkin's Dance Committee 35 Golf 45 Intramural Committee 35 Fashion Show 35 Stage Crew 4. Mike is one of the fellows that is always around when he's wanted. When there is a play or dance, Mike always gives a helping hand. I-Ie will be known to his classmat Don Farley since his acting in the Se ' es as mor Play. music, - 15 - The Pioneer . . ALBERT KEEHN, It. Swedeland Alby Football 45 Basketball 3, 45 Baseball 45 Varsity Club 45 Stage Crew 2, 3, 45 Dancing Club l5 Fashion Show 35 Chefs' Club 3 Pr rn Committee 2, 35 Sadie Hawkin's Dance Committee 5 o 35 Minstrel 4. Albert Keehn, lr., otherwise as Goose , is the lover around Upper Merion. Besides being a lover, he was also used in the sports' line-ups. In football, he played center in every ame and was noted lor his bullet passes and backing up 9 the line. IAMES KEII. King Manor Jim CLASS ORATOR Class President 3, 45 Honor Society 3, 45 Panel 1, 35 Rifle Club 2, 35 Fashion Show 35 Iunior Play 35 Prom Committee 35 Senior Play 45 Dramatic Club 2: Senior Chorus 4. Iimmy, our class president, is known for his leadership and will dependability in everything he undertakes. Iimmy A also be remembered as another person who is always willing to help. DOROTHY KUHNA Swedesburg Dot' Chorus l, 2, 3, 45 Library 45 Grapevine 3, 45 Fashion Show 3 Dancing Club l5 Pioneer Staff 4. Dorothy is one ol the attractive girls in the Senior Class ' ' ft r Dot is very ambitious and plans to be a secretary a e graduation. We all wish Dot a lot ot luck for we know that she will be successful in anything she undertakes. The Pioneer . . Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Basketball l, 2, Baseball l, 2, 3, Stage Crew l, 2, 3, Prom Committee 3, Sadie Hawkin's Dance Committee 3, Varsity Club 4, Chefs' Club 3. Mel is always on the spot when someone needs him, and everyone seems to need him. Melvin, even though he cannot easily be seen, can usually be noticed by his red hair. Mel will always be remembered by everyone as the school chauffer and the Iohnny-On-The-Spot. EVELYN LEE West Conshohocken Eu Hockey Manager 4, Grapevine 3, Chorus l, 2, 3, 4, Fashion Show 3, Sadie Hawkin's Dance Committee 3, Prom Com- mittee 3, Library Club Vice President 4, Pioneer 4, Basketball Scorer 4. The phrase live to serve undoubtedly was meant to de- scribe Evelyn, whose encouragements and friendship have been an inspiration to all ol us. Her smiling countenance and kind heart will blaze her way to happiness. LESLIE LEE West Conshohocken Les or Rev CLASS SALUTATORIAN Ir. Panel President l, Grapevine l, 2, 3, Senior Panel 2, 3, President 4, Pioneer Editor 4, Senior Play Committee 4, Fashion Show Committee 4, Iunior Prom Committee 3, Bas- ketball Scorer 3, Baseball Scorer Z, Sadie Hawkin's Dance Committee 3, Sophomore Class President 2, Ir. Class Vice President 3, Honor Society 3, 4. Les , Lee , or Rev , as his classmates have christened him, will be a leader in anything he may choose as a future. I-le's interested in medical work, we hear, and when Les is interested in anything you can be sure he Will conquer it. We Wish you success in your vocation and hope you have lots ot patients, Leslie. -17- x. lt RO SE MASTR f C1 5 The Pioneer HOWARD LEWIS Howie Football 45 B West Conshohocken asketball 3' Baseball 3 , , 45 Pioneer 45 Prom Designer 35 Prom Committee 35 Grapevine 35 Varsit Cl b 45 Fashion Sh ' ' Y U ow 3, Senior Play Comm'tt 1 ee 45 Stage Crew 3 Chefs' Club 3. Although Howard came to us 1 t ae in his Iunior year, he quickly proved him lt se an asset to our class. U arti t' ' ' ' sing his s ic Gblllly and extensive imagination he came through with a design for the S ' senior Prom. He rendered u valuable ' ' s much service in football, and won many friends. Good luck, Howard. May you wi n as many friends outside as you have inside Upper Merion. STANLEY MANTELL Gulph Mills Stan CLASS VALEDICTORIAN asketball l5 Baseball Manager 25 Timer 35 Prom Committee 35 Sadie Hawkin's Dance Committee 35 Fashion Show Committee 35 Rifle Club 1, 25 Grapevine 1, 25 Senior Play Committee 4 Pi 5 oneer Staff 45 Executive Com- mittee, National Honor Society l, 2, 3, 45 Honor Society 35 Vice President 45 Home Room President 4. Football l, 35 B Stanley, one of the chemists ot our class, is always ready to blow up the school with his remarks. Stanley is usually quiet but, when you start him talking, he's hard to keep quiet. Stanley is also a very good student and to him go our wishes lor luck. OCOLA King Manor Yi Ir. High Panel Secretary l- Ma D l , y ay 5 Dancing Club I: Chorus l, 2, 3, 45 Cafeteria l, 25 Horneroom Secretary 15 Grapevine 25 Editor-in-Chief of the Grapevine 35 Fashion Show 35 Sadie Hawkin's Dance Committee 35 Chairman of the Hot Dog Committe Pr' e oyect 35 Prom Committee Z, 35 Senior High Panel 45 Senior Play Co ' rnmittee 45 Library Club Treasurer 45 Co-Business Manager of the Pioneer 4. Rose is the graceful, smooth, well-groomed girl of the class. She is very cooperative, always willing to work, is capable ol all her undertakings. Her long list of activities, which vary, reveal her scholastic ability. Rose was quite an at- traction in the Ir. Fashion Show. Usually seen at the Norris Theater, Rose hopes to become a commercial teacher. .-18.. The Pioneer . . LAWRENCE MCDERMOTT Gulph Mills Mac Football l5 Rifle Club 1, Z, 3, 45 Football 3, 45 Fashion Show 35 Iunior Play 35 Sadie Hawkin's Dance 35 Baseball 45 Min- strel 45 Varsity Club. Mads ability to master almost any situation regardless of complications, is bound to be an asset in Whatever his future may be. His love for horses and his riding ability could hold a promising iture. We wish this popular bachelor all the luck of the Irish. PAUL MCKERNAN Bridgeport Fuzzy Football l, 2, 3, 45 Baseball l, 2, 3, 45 Basketball l, 2, 3, 45 Varsity l, 2, 3, 45 Panel 25 Student Association Treasurer 2, 35 Minstrel 3, 45 Stage Crew 25 Prom Committee 35 Senior Chorus 45 Horneroom Treasurer 2, 3, 45 Student Day Prince 35 Olympic Day 35 Fashion Show 35 Class Treasurer 35 Rifle Club 35 Photography Club 3. Fuzzy , as he is known to classmates and friends, is one of the best athletes in our school. Fuzzy seems to have a way with most teachers. He will always be remembered for his ability on the football field and basketball court. hobbies are sports and girls, naturally. His HELEN MORBOW Rebel Hill Fashion Show 35 Dancing Club l5 Chorus l, 2, 3, 45 Senior Play 45 Spanish Club 4. Helen is a quiet girl except for the hilarious laughter like Dagwood . Helen was Iulia , our great lover in the Senior Play. Helen spends most of her time at V.F.M,A, or with V.F.M.A. Cadets. She plans to enter college after graduation. -19- 1 The Pioneer . . IOHN MULLEN King of Prussia Juan Sadie Hawkin's Dance Committee 35 Fashion Show 35 Olym- pic Day Committee 3, 45 Basketball 45 Football 3, 45 Baseball 3, 45 Varsity Club 45 Stage Crew 3, 45 Rifle Club 1, 2, 3, 45 Prom Committee 35 Senior Chorus 45 Dancing Club 15 Min- strel 4. Iohn, known to his friends as Iuan , is one of the biggest boys in the Senior Class. He used his size and build very usefully on the football, basketball, and baseball teams. Iohn is very interested in going on through radio and elec- tronics school after he graduates. He is also interested in joining the Navy. MARY PETRECZ Swedeland Pet Chorus 1, 2, 3, 45 Fashion Show 35 Sadie Hawkin's Committee 35 Prom Committee 35 Library Club 45 Pioneer Staff 45 Senior High Panel 35 Sophomore Play 35 Student Announcer 4. Do you hear music? Of course, it's Mary playing her guitar. Mary has not only played on the radio, but has sung over the air-waves, too. Mary has been very active in the new Library Club this year. After she graduates, that sweet guitar music will still linger in our ears. IAMES POSTON King of Prussia Post Baseball 45 Sadie Hawkin's Dance Committee 35 Senior Panel 25 Prom Committee 35 Fashion Show 35 Dancing Club 25 Pioneer 45 Stage Crew 2, 3. Iim's air oi laziness is just a decoy for a keen mind. He shows great ability in exhibiting both humor and witticisms which often place him in embarassingpositions. Not one oi the more athletic-minded boys from the class, lim excelled in school studies. He amazed all his friends by never seem- ing to study. His easy going manner won him many friends throughout his stay in Upper Merion. Iirn's ability to laugh away his troubles will be remembered for a long time in Upper Merion. -gg- The Pioneer . . IEAN RAKOWSKI Swedesburg Jeanie Chorus 1, 2, 3, 45 May Day 15 Sadie Hawkins Committee 35 Fashion Show 35 Grapevine 25 Sophomore Play 25 Senior Prom 35 Senior Panel 35 Library Club 45 Pioneer 4. Ieanie with the light brown hair spends most of her time with Anne Ewanick. She is our happy-go-lucky gal. Ieanie was quite an attraction at our Fashion Show. lean plans to enter nursing. Lots of luck to you lean, you'1l need it! IOSEPH ROEBUCK Port Kennedy Joe Baseball 2, 3, 45 Chefs' Club 3. Ice is another of the class midgets. He is also one of the biggest pranksters, Ioe's favorite pastime is not doing his homework, but to Ioe goes our luck in anything he may un- dertake. CBRMELLA ROSS! King Manor Calm Pioneer 45 Band 25 Hockey 3, 45 Panel 25 Dancing Club 1, Teen Age Club 15 Class Secretary 25 Homeroom Secretary 35 Chorus 1, 2, 3, 45 May Day 25 Prom Committee 35 Sadie Hawkin's Dance 35 Grapevine 25 Fashion Show 35 Dramatic Club 2, 35 Declamation 4. Carm is one of our efficient typists and shorthand writers of the senior class. She loves to sing, play sports and danc- ing is her favorite pastime. A cheerful smile is always sent your way. We are sure that Carm's Happy-go-lucky ways will open up a bright future for her. ..21.. The Pioneer . . CLIFFORD ROWDEN Swedeland Cliff Student Association Treasurer 2, 35 Senior Panel 45 Grape- vine 1, 25 Golf Z, 45 Basketball 45 Football 15 Prom Committee 35 Sadie l-lawkin's Dance Committee 35 Senior Chorus 45 ' - - h t Fashion Show 35 Dancing Club l, Stage Crew 3, 4, P oo- graphy Club 3, 'Cl'fi is popular with everyone. He is not at all like the 1 h S nior Play. Cliff grumpy Mr. Lewis he portrayed in t e e IS very ambitious in his studies as well as in extra curricular l'k h' for his sense of humor and his activities, Everyone ie im personality. MARY SBBOE Swedesburg Marka Chorus 1, 2, 3, 45 Pioneer 45 Sadie Hawkin's Dance Com- mittee 35 Gold Color Captain 35 Fashion Show 35 Prom Com- mittee 35 May Day 35 Secretary Senior Panel 3, 45 Library Club 45 Senior Play 4. Beverly the brat, as she is known to everyone since the k Senior Play, always finds time for everyone in both wor d la Mary spends most of her time in the typing room. an p y. This will prepare her for a secretarial position. Marka's cute smile has made her many a friend in the entire high school. ,fn 9 ' f X I r' IAMES SHEA Belmont Terrace Jim CLASS ORATOR Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4,5 Baseball 3, 45 Football 45 Varsity Club 45 Sadie Hawkin's Dance C ' 45 Senior Class Treasurer 4. ommittee 35 Senior Play Committee When you low rate Michigan you low rate Iarnes Shea, one t the smarter members ol our class. Iames was noted for o . his shyness toward girls, but since his association with Fuzzy McKernan, Inc., this attitude has changed. Shea, as he is better known, likes sports, namely baseball and is a constant follower ol the Chicago White Sox. After gradua tion, lim hopes to go to college. - 22 - 1 f The Pioneer . . 4 ISABEL SILCOX Montgomery Avenue Izzy Band l, 2, 3, 45 Fashion Show 35 Sadie Hawkin's Committee 35 Dancing Club 15 Chorus l, 2, 45 Senior Play Committee 45 Ensemble 45 Spanish Club 45 Prom Committee 35 Iunior Play Committee 3. Izzy is to Valley Forge Military Academy as Upper Merion is to its students. Most of her extra time is spent with the band making appearances. Isabel has made herself very t' ues efficient in her comme this good work. rcial work. We hope she conxn N. x ' 4 in l AJIX WWTF A L. R x ,Y . ,X N .l IOSEPH SUZANNE Swedesburg Flo Football 1, 2, 3, 45 Baseball 1, Z, 3, 45 Varsity Club 2, 3, 45 Stage Crew 2, 3, 45 Fashion Show 35 Sadie Hawkin's Dance Committee 35 Minstrel 3, 45 Prom Committee 35 Dancing Club 15 Chefs' Club 3. ' t' d. He ' nse of humor has won him many rlen s Samson s se W know that he will succeed. is a sincere pal to everyone. e BARBARA TIRPAK Swedeland Babs Chorus l, 2, 3, 45 Fashion Show 35 Grapevine 25 Pioneer 45 Senior Prom 45 Sophomore 25 Senior Play 45 Student Reporter 45 May Day 1. Alice, our old flame from the Senior play, still burns. Babs brightens up our days with her corny jokes. Babs ' ' ' O. D. class. We ds most oi her time cutting up in P. spen hope she will settle down alter graduation. -23- The Pioneer . . uAnnn ANNIE VAN ELSWYK King Manor Hockey 2, 3, 45 Basketball 45 Pioneer 45 Fashion Show 35 Camera Club 35 Booster Club 45 May Day 15 Dancing Club 15 Olympic Day 35 Prom Committee 35 Dramatic Club 3. Ann is the best girl athlete in the Senior Class. She proved this by being on the hockey and basketball teams. Annie is the quiet blonde ol our class. In whatever Annie may choose for a career, we are sure she will excel. MICHAEL VARGO Swedesburg Big Mike Football l, 2, 3, 45 Basketball 1, 2, 3, 45 Baseball 2, 45 Varsity Club 3, 45 Stage Crew 2, 3, 45 Iunior Prom Committee 35 Sadie l'lawkin's Dance Committee 35 Fashion Show Com- mittee 35 Minstrel 3, 4. Mike's magnetic personality has won him many friends including the heart ol a certain party. His sportsmanship is no less an asset and we are sure Mike will be a Master in his own tield. Loads ol luck in your future, Mike! IANE WELDIE Gulph Mills Janie Chorus 1, 2, 3, 45 Grapevine 3, Assistant Editor5 Fashion Show 35 Prom Committee 35 Library Club 45 Dancing Club 15 Pioneer Statt 4. Ianie, known as the attractive model since the fashion show, is willing and ambitious. She is very cooperative and spends most of her time in the commercial room. May she find success in her future after graduation. ...24... The pioneer . . Gulph Mills Dick' Stage Crew 1 2 3' Panel 4 , , , 5 Football l, 3, 4' Prom Co mittee 3' Student A ' , m- , ssociation Treasurer 45 Se ' mitte 4' ' mor Play Corn e , Varsity Club 4' Danci , ng Club l5 Sadie Hawkin' Dance Committee 3' M' s , instrel Show 4. Dick is the amiable fellow who will long be remembered lor teasing the girls O . ne of the most responsible members of the class, he has shown himself quite Worthy ol leading the Student Association. A ZIEIINSKI Muscles Grapevin 3' ' Swedesburg e , Fashion Show 35 Prom Committee 3' Sadie Hawkin's Dance 3 Chorus 5 35 Senior Play 45 Pioheer 45 Library Club 4. Rita, our Velma in the S ' enior Play, is still making time with the fellows. She is not only inter t d es e in dramatics but is also co-business manager f h o t e Pioneer Staff. We wish her much luck in her undertakings, Senior Class GFICICSTS President .......... Vice-President ...... Secretary ........ Treasurer ..... -25.. CLASS WILL . We, the graduating class of 1949, being of sound mind and generous heart, do hereby bequeath upon deserving Upper Merionites all the srniles, tears, hopes and fears, the personalities and oddities of each member of this great class. These benefactors are given full power to keep or dispose of the whole or part of their inheritance. To anyone who can undertake the tedious task, Mary Saboe leaves her position as secretary of the Senior Panel. Hear that noise? Barbara Tirpak is the cause. Barbara leaves to Doris Sabo all her corn. We're sure Doris will live up to it. Stanley Mantell bequeathes his sleeping ability to anyone that's tired . . . Oh! so tired. Mr. Atlas, alias Iohn Mullen, gives up his size thirteen football shoes to anyone who can fill them. As one brother to another, Fuzzy McKernan wills to Georgie his No. 37 football jersey. We're sure that George is capable of undertaking the task. To Steve Novitski, Iohn Bruno leaves his managership. Did you ever try making a thirty minute speech in English class? Well, Clifford Rowden leaves his speech notes and interest in golf to Mose Lilick. Good Luck! lames Keil is just crazy about the senior class. Iimrny leaves his presi- dency to the next senior class president Who, we hope, will fill the bill. Every once-in-a-While We hear Louie interrupting the P. O. D. class. Don't worry, Louie isn't loose, but Warren Davis is. Bousy wills the mastery ot this art to Ioseph Dudas. Rosemary I-Iarkins, our class soloist, bequeaths this great art to lean Young. Here's hoping you succeed as well as Roses did, lean. Who's that playing basketball? Gordon Collins of course. Gordy leaves his many tricks in playing to Claude. Ieanne Rakowski loves to talk and Wills this ability to Marian Sabol. We know she will uphold Ieanne's standards. Happy gabbing, Marian. Our popular Anne Ewanick, who agrees With all people as readily as ever, Wills her easy going manner to Dorothy Hritz. To Gloria Strickland, Helen Morrow bequeaths her laugh, the one and only laugh of its kind in the world. Oh, no! Not him! Oh, but yes! Nobody but Melvin Kutz wishes to will to Tony Roberto all his girls. Oh, Tony, try and get them. To Dot Rornig, Dorothy Burke Wills her beautiful engagement ring, but this does not include Ioe. l-lands off, Dot! To anybody who Wants it, Evelyn Lee, our efficient hockey manager and basketball scorer leaves her position. We hope you will be as success- ful as Evelyn has been. Good luck, Kids! Dorothy Kuhna, one of the best typists in the senior class, leaves her typing ability to her sister Floss. To the next, senior class, Iune Chandler wills her favorite teacher, Mrs. Wolfskill. We are quite sure that Mrs. Wolfskill, as Well as everyone else, will miss Iune. To all the singing kids in Upper Merion, Mary Petrecz Wills her stage talent ancl her singing. -25... CLASS WILL . Carrnella Rossi bestows upon her sister Rose her ability to get along with the opposite sex. We're sure Rose will live up to it. Our talented Isabel Silcox bequeaths her talent in playing the clarinet to Susan Bader. Iames Poston, the brain of the senior class, bestows some of his brains to Marshal Cabe, who we are sure can use a little. Who's always trodding down to Mr. Strine's office? Leslie Lee is putting up a detour by willing his ability to stay out of trouble to Alex and Archie Scott. Here's hoping they make good use of it. Rita Zielinski's friendship with Mr. Fries will be an everlasting thing, but Rita won't be possessive, so she wills her friendship to Patsy Shine. The senior fellow who also has a very nice personality is none other than Paul Couch. Paul leaves some of his personality to Francis Toth. Hey, get away from there! Can't you see our star at work? To Doc Mastrocola goes Ioseph Suzanne's ability to play pool, Ioe's favorite pastime. Another friendly senior is Michael Guidas. Mike loves people, so to Harry Kutz goes Mike's friendship with Mr. Eyth. Nobody zut Bill Giangiulio can eat in class without getting caught. Leo Henning receives this trait and in Bill's own words, Don't be so hungry. Don't tell us Beverly Fox is giving up one of her boyfriends. Beverly bestows upon Sarah Althouse Sniffles Honey. Take good care of him, Sarah. Albert Keehn, who is never seen without a book, wills his little black telephone book to Ernie Toth. Fear not, Ernie ! Alby has a duplicate. To Marian Sabol, Annie Van Elswyk leaves her tricks in playing basket- ball and hockey. We know that Marian will do a good job. Any girl who thinks she can take Theresa DeSimone's place in jitter- bugging, can gladly have it. Theresa is going to settle down now and be civilized. Ioseph Roebuck, Mr. Shorty of the class, wishes to leave to any tall person some of his shortness. To Dot Romig, Michael Vargo wishes to leave his best wishes for an everlasting friendship. We hope you appreciate this, Dot. To Doris Davis, Iane Weldie leaves her quietness. Make sure you make use of it, Doris. George Bernstiel leaves his lateness to come into English class to any boy who wishes to have it. We hope that we have some bookworms left because Lawrence Mc- Dermott leaves all his good reading to them. Albert DiGiambattista wishes to leave behind his day-dreaming in classes. We know that somebody will appreciate this, Gabby, Any person who thinks he is as capable as Richard Wolfe may have his position as Student Association Treasurer. Iames Shea leaves his ability to get along with everyone to Ioseph Dolga. We're sure Ioe will make very good use of it. Brains and personality are the words that describe Rose Mastrocola. They have been very useful to Rose, .so to her sister Marian, they are bestowed. Michael Burry hates to leave his Colgate smile behind, but because Mike is such a kind-hearted soul, the Colgate smile goes to Franny Murphy. Howard Lewis bestows upon Archie Scott his artistic ability. -27- CLASS HISTORY . . Sorrowfully we take a glance back on our fine four years in Upper Merion High School. When we entered we were Freshmen ready to begin our lives in high school. Getting ourselves adapted was quite a problem but, with a little effort and concentration, we succeeded in establishing quite a name for ourselves as an up and coming class. Summer rolled around giving us time to collect our thoughts and to prepare ourselves for the role of Sophomores. After a belated start as Sophomores, we began to progress. We held position in the sports world, in our Panel, also in the band. We had estab- lished a foothold in this, the new world. The year passed quickly and before we had an opportunity to realize that we were Sophomores, our title became that of Iuniors. We were ready to defend our laurels against all comers, whether it be in Panel, Grapevine, intra-murals, or athletic competition. We demonstrated our willingness to work by presenting various events such as the fashion show, a Sadie Hawkins Dance, and then the Iunior-Senior Prom. Now we are Seniors standing on the threshold of life. Our Senior year is closing rapidly. Busily we entered it and busily We leave it. Being a Sen- ior proved the most fascinating year in high school. The Seniors were re- presented in almost every activity and proved themselves worthy in many departments. Especially in basketball, where seven of the ten members of the varsity team, that won the Section Six crown, were Seniors. Yes, with sorrow We reflect our attention backwards for one fleeting moment and leave on our way to another world. -28- SENIOR CLASS . . Top Row-Bowden, Gianguilio, McDermott, McKernan, Vargo, Mullen, Couch, Wolfe, Guxdas, Collxns, Poston. Thlrd Row-Stanley, Lewis, L. Lee, Roebuck, Kutz, Burry, Mantell, Keehn, Bernstiel, Davis, DiGiambatt1sta, E. Lee. Second Row-Morrow, Mastrocola, Harkins, Zlelmski, Chandler, Rakowskt, Van Elswyk, Weldie, Burke, Kuhna, Petrecz Seated-Mr. Fries, Saboe, Tirpak, Ewanlck, Fox, Bruno, Keil, Shea, Rossi, Desimone, Silcox, Mrs, Wollskxll. Ima illllzxisr Praise to Thee, Our Upper Merton! Fairest School, so dear to me: Bless thy Sons and bless thy Daughters! Make us ever proud ot Thee! Praise to Thee, Our Upper Merton! Make us loyal, strong and true! Let's remember our tradition, Alma Mater praise to thee! Words by HERBERT L. HENSINGER Music by HENRY R. CASSELBERRY -gg- Standing-Mr Hensinger, Van Elswyk, Harkins, Mantell, Pos- ton, Lewis, Fox, H Lee, Mr Young. Seated-Rossi, Tirpak, llwanick, Zlelinski, L Lee, Mastrocola, Kuhna, Welding Saboe, PICDNEEQ STA III: This is the second year that the Pioneer has a patron list instead ot the usual advertisements. Therefore, the Seniors had to work dexterously in order to sell subscriptions betore the publication Was begun, Under the excellent direction ot Mr. Herbert L. Hensinger, our Business and Editorial adviser, and Mr, Merrill C Young, our Art Supervisor, the statt worked diligently to present one ot the best year- books in recent years. SENICDIQ PLAY . . Standing - Howden, Fox, Tirpak, Mrs Wolfskill, Ztelinskt, Mor- row, Ke-il Seated -- Davis, Chandler, Saboe, GU1dGS. On the night of November 22, 1949 at 8:15 P. M., the Senior Class of 1949 presented its annual Senior Class Play, NME AND MY SHADOW, a three act Comedy. One of the funniest shows to be presented by the Senior Class, the cast was directed by Mrs. Marie Wolfskill, The ten members of the senior cast included: Clifford Rowden, Mary Saboe, lune Chandler, Warren Davis, Helen Morrow, Rita Zielinski, Iames Keil, Beverly Fox, Michael Guidas, and Barbara Tirpak. The plot was based upon Wills fplayed by Keill pretense to be a twin. While trying to buy land for an airport, he met the owners daughter, Iulie, portrayed by Helen Morrow. Will intended to buy the land from Samuel Lewis played by Clifford Howden. To complicate matters, lulies little sister, Beverly, tby Mary Saboel, tried a bit of black-mail on the couple. lune Chandler played the role of a sympathetic Kate, Samuels wife. Together with Warren Davis, who played Harry lordan, City Manager, she tried to convince Samuel to sell the land. The plot was further complicated by the deaf grandmother, by Beverly Fox, lulies girl friend, Velma Gordon, played by Rita Zielinski, a pilot friend of Will, Don Farly, played by Michael Guidas, and Wills exefiancee, Alice Merill, which was carried out by Barbara Tirpalc. A -ii., A STAGE CREW RV? Standing - Bruno, Collins, Di Gtambattista, Couch, Davis Mclfermott. Front Row - Gzangmlzo, fluidas Mr. Eyth, lie-ehn. -31, FASI-IIQN Another gay event ot the year was the lunior Fashion Show presented by the lunior girls. Rosemary l-larlcins was the com- mentator. The boys proved themselves helpful by also present- ing the New Look in men's fashions, The big event of the evening was the modeling of evening clothes by Rose Mastrocola, Bob Morrison, lane Weldie and loe Suzanne. Will we ever forget Paul Couch and Barbara Tirpak, with her rolling pin, as they modeled aprons? . PROM. IQLL8 The Iunior Prom was a huge suc- cess. Many thanks to Howard Lewis lor his nautical decorations. To- gether with the decorations and the romantic music of limmy Ray, the Prom proved to make a lasting impression in our memories, ..32.. Sl-ICDW IQLL8 IZJEVCZQSSHZEIZ 0 0 0 0 i JUNIOQ CLASS . . Never to be forgotten are the luniors of '49. The class was Well repre- sented in many extra-curricular activities as Well as in sports. The acting ability was shown in a comedy, The Doctor In Spite of Himself. A very capable staff sponsored the Grapevine, a Iunior project. Spectators were provided with refreshments due to the cooperation of a group of luniors at home games of football and basketball. Something new was added when the boys sold programs at basketball games. This helped to broaden the treasury a great deal. A fun-filled evening took place at the Sadie Hawkins Dance. Iuniors had everything from haystacks and mellow music to Daisy Mae. Highlights in the lunior year of every boy and girl are centered on the annual Prom. So well-remembered might be said by everyone who at- tended that gala affair on April 29th. A delightful evening was spent dancing to the music of Ray Carr. Under the patient and helpful leadership of their class sponsors, Mrs. Kalback and Mr, Yutz, the Iuniors have had a very prosperous year. They are now preparing to take their places at the top of the ladder for another of the best years of their lives. Fourth Row--E. Toth, Katrina, Anslem, Roberto, Sedor, Davidson, Henning, Matzik, Berry, Burke, Larkins, Hrusovsky letters, Greiner. Third Row-Dilks, I. Estock, Gary, Miller, Paravaty, Clarke, Mainieri, Whitmore, Shore, Costello, Murphy, C. Collins Sutherland, Lownes, Iakielaszek. Second Row-Mr. Yutz, Robins, Thompson, L. Estock, Farrell, Smith, Hiscock, Macijewski, Andreyko, Fulton, Moley, Mark- land, Rossi, Kovacs, Shine, Strickland, Mrs, Kalbach. Front Row-Dayoc, Suzanne, Vance, Althouse, Milice, Baron, Kurylo, Soppick, Anderson, Bader, Valyo, Davis, Cyrus Novitski, Saba. -33- -OFFICERS- Prcsidcnt ......,....... Marian Sabi Vice-President ..,.., Billy Wyn Secretary .,.. Florence Willian Treasurer .................. loe Dolg The sophomores main prc ject this year was a danc sponsored by them in Decerr ber. The Snow Ball wer over very successfully throug the cooperation ot everyon and the help ol their clas sponsors, Mr, Eythe and M Young. Top Row-Dayoc, Cairns, Robins, Tealord, Manzo, I. Dudas, Perkins, Malloy, Scheetz, Fmel, Knazsiak, Grace, Gillen. Third Row-Novitslci, Mastracola, Harrison, Romig, Suzanne, Blanken, I. Althouse, Kuhna, Pasqueal, A. Greqos, DiAmbrasia, Stanley, Keehn. Sccond Row-Mr Eyth, Saboe, Buddy, Moser, Chesson, Ostroski, Romano Frames, Mitchell, Wolfe, Buehler, Ferenz, H. Dudas, Mr. Young. Scaztcd--l, Gregori, Wood, l-lowland, Carpenter, Angelos, Dolga, Sabol, Wil- liamfs, Wynn, Benaen, Rex, Knaphle, Strunack, Dewanne, Guidas. FRESI-HVIEN OFFlCIlQRS-- G 9.1 - Prusiclcnl ,.,...,, Marshall Cabo Suu.-Trans ..... Theresa Pouobiec C. 9.2 - prvxidt-nt ..., .... ,...... M r :ry Keil l'i4't'-Prcsizlcrit .... Carl Meister Svc.-7'rt'1is... .Wanda Wlazelek ., 9,3 G Prvsiclt-nt .... Georqe Mclfernan lyiktt'-pfL'Sit1Cl1f .... Andrew Sedor St-vrvtnru .... Catherine Burry 7ll't'iINlII'i'f' .... Elizabeth Ramsey Top Row-Matzik, Angstadt, Duda, McKernan, D. Stehman, M. Ramsey, Woodring, Alex. Scott, Picariello, Art. Scott, Palm, Sedor, Knoble, Burke, L. Miller, Wideman, Teatord, Cabe, Titus, Pinlcavitch. Third Row-Posobiec, Althouse, Bartolet, Mainieri, Meister, Magirr, Dica- millo, Gerhard, Graburn, Barchok, Woodland, Baker, Rossi, Brownlie, Weldie, Lilick, Overholser, Grabowslci, Wert, Burry, Kushman, Fox, Kulpa. Sccond Row-Mr. Hensinger, Mr. Zuck, E. Ramsey, A. Miller, Keil, Richard- son, Kunder, Davis, McDermott, Walkowiak, Wlazelek, Mcl-lale, Yacovelli, Nippes, l'lritz, Mastrocola, Maum, Smith, Marsh, M. Stehman, Mr Pat- terson. Sc.'1tc'd-McGhee, Rowden, Robins, Anderson, Wallick, Sutherland, Cox, El Toth, Kontra. Capaldo, Markland, Woodside, Myers, Rokita, Lawless, Howland, Supplee. v -34., SEVENTH GRADE EICI ITI I GRADE . . Top Row-Alexander, McGeorge, Keck, Devor, King, Silcox, Burkert, Clark Gergle, Brownlie, Mezger, Hensley, Hallman, A, Basile, Oscapinski Farina, I. Woodring, Mullen, Beech, Doucett, Pinkavitch, Emell. Third Row-Lukens, Ross, Wollrom, Yakscoe, Cole, Allen, Hill, Kutz, Farrell Dolga, Buddy, White, C. Basile, Slough, Douglass, Rogiani, Ray Ebbert Rich. Ebbert, Polarine, Lownes, Bean, Byus. Second Row-Mr. Santoro, Maile, Watters, Stone, Beidler, L. Woodring, L Wolfrom, Brady, Darden, L. Green, Horn, Karr, Lockhart, Harmon, B Allen, Seartoss, Miss Wambaugh, Mr. Martella. Seated-A. Ross, Keck, Rossi, Long, Andreyko, Barchock, Williams, A. Green Dilks, Fulton, Althouse, Sassaman, VVynn, Nulty, Collins, Top Row-Mole-y, Silcox, Kontra, Farrell, Cunningham, Hayes, Burke, Bar- chock, Walcoby, Wolfe, Pires, Wynn, Fish, Hendren, Shore, Nippes, Third Row-Dilworth, DeGideo, Polarine, Barnshaw, Paravaty, Brady Branca, Dudas, Dalasio, Wysock, Berry, Wood, Taylor, Scott, Smisko Second Row-Mr. Brackin, Mora, Lee, Maile, Hildebrandt, Perkins, Klotzbach T, Mabry, M. Tarhovicky, L. Mabry, V, Tarhovicky, Ramsey, Sutherland Singleton, Ficrentine, Miss Cottingham, Seated-Kutz, Markland, Picariello, Miller, Rice, Strausser, Gregos, Sedor Florig, Moser, McFadden, Burchill, Young, Fletcher, Hammel. 1 1 SENIORS - I-IOME AND AWAY -35- Spar fjooo JUNICDP - SENIQIQ PANELS . . The grand Iunior and Senior High School Panels are the Democratic organizations that promote democracy in Upper Merion. The Panels give the student the opportunity to take a part in the school functions. The two groups this year have accomplished much Work. They have had assemblies and improved school conditions. Possibly the greatest piece of Work done by the Panels was to establish an Activity Period Program which enabled the students to have freedom during the Activity Period. The Panels have also attended the various school conventions and brought back many useful suggestions for our school benefit. Top Row-Bengen, Lee, Murphy, Burke, Howden, Wolfe, Mrs. Woltskill. Middle Row-Saboe, Mastracola, Harkins, Thompson. Bottom Row-Fulton, Blanken, Williams. sgmlom --OFFICERS-' Prcsidcnt ...,....... ,....... L eslie Lee Vice-Prcsidcnf..Francis Murphy Secretary .. .. .... Mary Saboe Sponsor. ............. ..Mrs. Wolfskill get JUNIOIQ -OFFICERS'-' Prcsidcnt . .. .Marshall Cabe Secretary, .,.... .Deborah Stone Sponsor . . . . Mr. Brackin StandmgfPinkavitch, Kutz, Piles, Cube, Gerhard, Dolga, Hensley, Angstadt, Karr, Mr. Brackm Seated-Stone, Klotzbach, Keil, Myers, Byus, McDermott, Center Front:-wMiller, Young. E37- Stonding-R. Allen, McKernan, Buehler, Kovacs, McGhee, Wlazelek, A Althouse, Howden, R. Wolfe, Mrs. Miller. Kneeling-Burry, E. Wolfe, Moley, C. Althouse, Hendren. Seated-Ewcmick, B. Allen. STUDENT Assoamuou . The Student Association is the organization in Upper Merion that en- tices the students to attend the various activities for practically nothing at alleS3.6O. This industrious group has been under the supervision of Mrs. Miller and have worked tediously to present to Upper Merion students the many events that have been presented, this year, for their pleasure, Not only have Upper Merion students seen football and basketball games, but they have ,seen two movies: Iacaore and Drums Along The Mohawk, two stage shows, The White I-loussars and a makeup artist, and, also, received the Grapevine which is sponsored by the Student Association. The officers of this organization are as follows: President ................................,....,.... Michael Burry Secretary ........ ........ A nne Ewanick Treasurer ........ ...... R ichard Wolfe -33- SENIOR - l948-49 OFFICERS - President ......... ,....,,.. L eslie Lee V. President .,.. Stanley Mantell Sec.-Trcas ....... . .slames Keil Standing-Mr, Fries, Thompson, Shea, Bader, Bruno, Hiscock, Robins. Seated-Van Elswyk, Keil, Lee, Mantell, Mastrocolc. One ot the highest honors Upper Merion can offer a student is membership in the National Honor Society. The requirements for this exclusive society are based on Leader- ship, Scholarship, Character and Service, set by National Headquarters, Washington, D. C. There are eleven active members this year, under the sponsorship of Mr. Earl S, tlimutti alumni Q The Iunior National Honor Society is in its third year here at Upper Merion. it has elected 26 members in this time. It is the most exclusive honorary society ot the school as well as ot the Nation. No student can be elected to this group who is not in the upper third of his class and who has not met the high requirements set up by National Headquarters in Washington, of Character, Leadership and Service. Miss Aileen Cottingham is Sponsor. Top RowAMcGhee, Wolfe, Dudas, Williams. Center-Romig, Sedor, Mainieri, Keil, Sutherland, Wood. Front Row-Gerhard, Cairns, Buehler, Knaphle, Buddy, Strunack, Meister, Miss Cottingham. -QQ - JUNIOR - l948-49 OFFICERS - President ..... . .,.. Ianet Knaphle V. Presidenf ...., Alice Buehler Secretary ..... .... P atricia Buddy Treasurer ............ Ronald Cairns Top How'-Sutherland, C. Althouse, Mastracola, Maum, S. Althouse, A Althouse, Valyo, Lockhart, Williams. Third Row-Anderson, Bader, Romig, Saba, Mainieri, Clarke, Cairns, Soppick, A. Gregos, Mr. Patterson Second Row-Kuhna, Kell, Moley, P Markland, Rossi, Hiscock, Smith, Picariello. Front ltowfllowland, Knaplile, Blanken, Anqelos, Carpenter, B Markland, Wood,l Cue-qos GRAPEVINE STAFF lhe l949 Grapevine staii has tried its best to publish a school paper iliot would be er-Joyed by all The mam news articles, senior news, features the Grapevine stall hopes that these newspapers will help to bring 4 y D we , y , . . , and cartoons were appreciated by the student body. ft back cld memories ot school days and all the activities that were enjoyed in schocl during the past year. This year, with hard working students and their advisor, Mr. Pottorscn, seven line issues of the Grapevine were published. Editor-in-chief ....... Assistant Editor .,..... Feature Editor ....... News Editor ....... Literary Editor ...... Sports Editor ..,...... Business Manager ....... Senior Representatives... Adviser ...,,..,......,.......,.. -40.- STAFF-- ......Peggy Anne Markland .,.....................Rose Rossi ......Delored Moley ........Mary Keil ............,...Ethel Smith ........Florence Williams ........Catherine Hiscock .......Dorothy Kuhna Patterson Robert 2: aiows and ci PP CI us The Senior High Chorus has been very busy this year It has pur chased a new cover lor the piano and a new piano bench At Christmas time the chorus sent cnt paclcaaes abroad The group also purchased new cyclora mas for the auditorium stage The Senior l-ligh Chorus practiced very long and hard to put on thc spring concert vt hich was a great success Director-Ruth Kuhlman Dietrich Accompanist-Gloria Strickland Soloist-Rosemary Harkins -PROGRAM- Prayeru- Hansel and GreteI Hark the Vesper Hymn Is Stealing MIXED CHORUS The Song ot the Vagabond The Rilt Song f Desert Song BOYS' CHORUS Un beldi Verdrena' fMadame Butterllyl ROSEMARY HARKINS People VV1ll Say Were In Love lOlclahomal The Desert Song GIRLS' CHORUS Quintette: Dry Bones Missouri Waltz IOSEPH DUDAS, DAVID GRACE, FRANK TOTH, DANIEL STANLEY, RONALD CAIRNS By Requestt 'iBlue Bird ot Happiness TENTH GRADE CHORUS My Happiness ELEVENTH GRADE CHORUS The VVorlcl is Waiting forthe Sunrise A Pretty Girl Is Like a Melody GIRLS' CHORUS Romance - Desert Song ROSEMARY HARKINS Onward Christian Soldiers Ah Sweet Mystery ot Lite MIXED CHORUS The Iunior High Glee Club has a most enthusiastic group this year There are titty tive active members We are again invited to sing on the Band Concert program This group is usually the foundation tor the Senior I-Iigh School Chorus t 4 'T 'E , 'lli ll df U.M.H.S ESAPJD Top Row-E Silcox, Bean, Sedor, Emmel, Strickland, Karr, Main- ieri, Grace, Alexander, G. Sil- cox, Graburn, Brownlie. Third Row-Beech, D. Mainieri, Overholster, l-lendren, Mitchell, Shine, Strunack, Ferenz, Doug- lass, White, Wynn. Second Row-Bengen, M. Sabol, D. Sabo, Bader, McHale, Slough, DeSimone, l. Silcox, Miller, McGeorge, Estock, Rex, Nippes, Davis. Seated--Knaphle, Romig, Watters, Mastrocola, Cwergel, D'Am- brossia, Cairns, Mezger, Hog- lana, Romano, Stone, Moley, Mr. Samuel L. Laudenslager, Director. Front Center-Buddy, Hanley. Look at that band strutting down the field, showing off their new uniforms. Yes, it is the UPPER MERION BAND parading in full dress. Everyone of its 54 members, includ- ing color guards and majorettes, feel proud of his uniform. The band paraded at all of the football gamesg this included trips to Sprin City, Conshohocken, Radnor and Berwyn. One outstanding formation was the outline of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania made in honor of Pennsylvania Week. The Home Coming Celebration of Temple University, will be a long remembered trip. The Band paraded up Broad Street of Philadelphia in the morning, played for the Temple University pep rally prior to the Temple and Syracuse game and was on WFII..-TV at the Temple Stadium in the afternoon. The bands first fall concert on December 9, Was enjoyed by everyone. Their gust- conductor was Mr. lohn lenny, Director of Temple University and the guest-soloist was Miss Lois Oliver, head majorette of the Temple Band. We are all looking forward to the l5th anniversay concert in May, Mr, Zuck, who started the USPARTAN BAND will be guest conductor. This will be the first public per- formance of Mr. Laudenslagens new march. 'lThe Spartan Band which he wrote for the band Two members of the band were selected for South Eastern District Band, of the Pennsylvania Musical Educational Association, which was at Downingtown on April Zl- 22-23. They were David Grace on Bass Clarinet, and Susan Bader on Clarinet. Four members of the band participated in the Band Musical Festival at Irwin Audi- torium on March l3th. They were Susan Bader, Clarinetg David Grace, Bass Clarinet, Edward Collins, Baritone: Ronald Cairns, Bass Drum. Also, six girls served as ushers at this particular event. They were Isabel Silcox, Theresa DeSimone, Patricia Buddy, Dot ltomig, Ianet Knaphle, and Dolly Moley. Our band accompanied the Upper Merion Boys' Basketball Players to their playoff games. Heres hoping our music will lead our boys to victory. BRASS ENSEMBLE Standing-Overholser, Estock, Sil- cox, Shine, Beech, Grace. land, Director Lauclenslager, Karr, Alexander. Seated Front-Bader, Mitchell. ,42- Seated on Chairs-G. Silcox, Strick- GHQLS' Sl-IOP Top Row-Hritz, Marsh, Posobiec, Yacovelli, Rokita. Third Row-Fox, Burry, Wlazelek, Kontra, Kunder. Second Flow-Mr. Eyth, Howland, Rice, Capaldo, Bartolet, Maile, Seartoss. Front Row - Picariello, Barchok, Sassaman, Collins, Kulpa, Kuszman, Miller. My ' . ff P Showing the boys how it is really done is the object of the Girls' Shop Club. 'These ambitious girls have shown the amazing knack ot knowing how to use the hammer, operate the machines, and the many other various things that shop work requires. Under the direction of Mr. George Eyth, the girls have had an excellent opportunity to demonstrate their abilities, So, We say to the UPPER MERION boys, LOOK OUT! Light! Camera! Action! That has been the motto ot the Projector Club during the year, This organization, under the guidance ot Mr. Earl S. Fries, has proven its ability to operate the movie machine. Although the Vipr, 5 'T1' .',', q operation ot the machine is not an easy task, the boys have worked earnestly in to improve their knowledge so that the machine can be run in an emergency. PROJ ECTOQ CLUB Standing-Greiner, Berry, Costello, Whitmore, Sutherland, Burke, Seated - Paravaty, Mr. Fries, Lownes. -43- The Model Railroad Club was started in the beginning of the school year. lt is sponsored by Mr. E, R. Patterson. Bill Berry is president, Walter Greiner is viceepresident, and lrvin Lownes is Secretary. The club members pay fifteen cents dues per week. ln the beginning of the year the club bought a table. They plan to put a small HO layout on it. They hope to have it completed by the end of this year. For Open House, the club put up a little circle and a switch. lf you were in Room 205 ycu have seen it. Right now the boys are building houses and layina track. We hope that this club is successful. The lunior High Art Club was organized earl MGDEL PAILIQCDAD ,sz ' -fl ' ggenv-:xr U - f- gf? ix-t 'of f' f 's'7'5wff?Axf1i-X Back Row-Devore, Cvreiner, Berry, luownes, Mr Patterson, Alexand- der, Polarine, Dolga. Front Row A Yakscoe, Mezgert VVhite, Cole- y in the school year. We had a membership of fifty. With such a large group, our work was necessar- ily held to a minimum. However, our usual trip to on March 20, everyone enjoyed such sights as: The Riverside Church and Grants Tomb, lunch at the New York City was taken ferry trip to Staten lslandg Downunder Cafe, tour of NBC. broadcasting and television studios: Museum of Science and lndustry, Movie and Stage Show at Radio City Music Hall, Ti arrived home shortly after eleven o'clock at night. The officers are: President, leanne Young, Vi licuso, Secretary, Patricia Brady and Sponsor, Mr. ,44- mes Square at night. We ce-President, Carolyn Alt- Merrill C. Young. APT ' J r ,' lop Row-Silcox, Brownl1e,Lownos, Wolfram, Burke, Hayes, Doucett, Alexandetr, Allen, Farina, Pinka- vicli, Buddy, Douglas, Merger urd Row--Mr Young, Gregos, Woodsidel, Ramsey, Harmon, Klotrbach, Miller, Hildebrand, Williams, C' Althouse, Rossi, 4 Beidler, Karr, Horner Second Row-Lawless, Rowden, '55,-f Markland, Brady, Keck, Watters, Sassaman, A Althouse, B Allen, Dilks, Fulton Seated-fFlorig, Sul he-rland, Bure- hill, Fletclu.-r', Young, Strausser Perkins Cl-IEFS' CLUB Top Row - Weldie, Weideman, Ducla, Palm, Hendren, Nippes Third How ---Meister, Pierce, Me- girr, VVolle, Rossi, Wynne. Second Bow -Woodland, Wysock, Dillworth, Walcoby, Titus, Pinka- vitch, First How-Mrs. Haag, DiGiddio, VV. Farrell, Branca, Dalaslo, Dudas, H Farrell, Mrs. Kalbaclc. i l Learning to be masters ot the kitchen is the prime concern of the boys in the Chefs' Club. Not only have they been learning to be cooks, but they w have more than once proven their ability to learn by cooking lor our Open House and preparing a hearty meal lor the students at lunch time on many occasions. lnstructing the boys are the capable teachers, Mrs, Kalbach and Mrs. Haag. , , .N .wfff x 5 If: .Ng , - g: - V .J QMB Assembly today? What period? Who's in charge? The same reply - The Booster Club, of course! ,-r f P? W 3 ' A peppy group ot boosters who like to run assembly programs, espec- ially talent shows, Mr. Orient Martella and Mr. Herbert L. Hensinger co- sponsored this club during the past school year. The Club oiticers are: President, Ianet Knaphle, Secretary, Catherine Hiscock and Treasurer, Caroline Althouse. BCDOSTER CLUB Top Bow-Suzanne, Kuhna, Lownes, Costello, Berry, McGhee, A. Alt- house. Second Row-Mr. Hensinger, Moser, Pasqueal, Ostroski, Sabol, His- cock, Smith, Wallick, Wynne, C Althouse, Mr. Marte-lla SeatedfBlanken, Wood, Gregos, Sutherland, Angeles, Carpenter, Magin, Guidos, Dewann, How- ian -45- K mtg? . f g Y- - I I ' ' -OFFICERS- Prcsidcnt . . ..... .,.... H elen Sabo Vice-President ..,,, ..Evelyn Le Secretary ..,. ,.,.,,.,. l rene Grego Treasurer ,.,,. Rose Mastracoll Sponsor . .. ., ,. Mrs. Krysf Standing-Moser, Forrel, Smitl' Kuhna, Chesson, Burke, Weldie Iakielaszek, Ostroski, M. Sahos Novitslci, Mrs Krysa Seated-Angelos, Blanken, Mastrc cola, Lee, H. Saboe, Gregos I Wood, Hiscock SENIOR I-IIGI-I LIBRARY CLUB .. Any Senior High School girl or boy who has aspirations to be a libr- arian should join the Senior High Library Club. The work in a Club of this type is very interesting. The girls learn to shelve books, work at the librar- ians desk, cut out newspaper clippings, and dozens of other duties. The Library Club has been very successful this year. Not only have they made the library a more attractive place to work in, but they have spon- sored teas, parties, and a Saint Patricks Day Dance. JUNIOR I-IIGI-I LIBRARY CLUB .. As everyone has seen, the girls in the Iunior High Library Club realli know how to take care of the library. If a book is to be found, one of thesf ambitious young girls surely will know where to find it. Mrs. Krysa, club sponsor, has bound a wholesome cooperation betweei herself and the girls of the library club who have helped her splendidly. ' I . -OFFICERS-' Prcsidcnf . ., . lean Young Vice-Prcsiclvnt .Ruth Strausse Sccrctzzry . .. .Marie Picariellc Sponsor Mrs. Krysc Top CCAI1If'!--SUIllh'TIUI1Cl, L, Mabry F. Mabry, Miller Standing--F Mcille, Lee, P, Maille Gregos, Hildebrandt, Singleton Wolfi'om, Ramsey, Tarhovicky Scout, Barchock, Andreylco, Mrs Krysa. I Seated---Hayes, Perkins, Klotzboclw E Mcirkland, Picariello, Young, Bur chill, Strausser, Rossi, Wolfrorn -46-- Gfcfivifies - - - v D. DAVIS E. FRAMES F. WILLIAMS R. ROSSI D. ANDERSON Q' -'1?gQ SENIOR HI CII-I E EIQLEADI: QS f The perpetual cheerleaders have been an inspiration to the Upper Merion students this year. With their rousing cheers and songs of fight, they have been the stimulus of many a rally by our Spartan Aces. The cheer- leaders, led by Florence Williams, were never outdone, always ready to lead. With undaunted faith such as theirs, Upper Merton can look forward to many more successful years in athletics. -471 Matsik, Collins, Vargo, Roberto, Bruno, Coach Campion, Burry Dolga, Couch, Wynn, Shea McKeman, President lTop insidel. This group, under the care of Mr. Campion, is composed of the athletes of Upper Merion. The Varsity Club proves to everyone that Upper Merton sportsmen, not only perform well on the sports field, but also in the business world. The members ot the Varsity Club pay dues each week and at different intervals use these funds lor trips. The athletes also presented each Senior member with a sweater. The crowning point of the Work of the club this year occurred when the school athletes gave their Minstrel Show which was enjoyed by all. The officers of the club this year Were: President ,,.,.,..,,..,.,....... Paul McKernan Vice-President ...................... Mike Burry Secretary .,,......., ....... I ohn Bruno Treasurer ........ ...,... I oe Dolga -48 VARSITY 57 I- U ff ,f if CLUB SPONSOR Top Row-Whitmore, Dudas, Stehman, Art Scott, Malloy, McDermott, Shea, Scheetz, Dayoc, Mr. Pignoli. Middle Row-Novitski, Couch, Scott, Kutz, Ramsey, Davidson, Lewis, Emel, Teaford, Roberto, Sedor, Wolfe, Bruno, Gianguillio. Bottom Row-Coach Santoro, Collins, Dolga, Vargo, Henning, Matzik, Keehn, McKernan, Mullen, Burry, Wynn, Murphy, Coach Campion. FGOTBAXIRIIEITY J' f 2, fr,- ,I rv: W:- AV1 1, -. ill. tty' 7. ,,,f'. ',4,J.ff,f' I CAPTAIN Early in August football practice started on the school field under the watchful eye of coach Tom Campion. Intensive practice was held at the school for one Week. Then the team journeyed to Camp Delmont for another week of Workout and scrimmages. The Hatfield players, also training at Delmont, gave the boys lots of hard Work when they met in scrimmages but, all in all, our players felt that they came off the better men. The Spartans returned to Upper Merion Where they were met by As- sistant Coach George Santoro. Once more they Went through hard Work- outs and final preparations for the season. The highlight of the season Was the 12-12 tie with Ambler. lt broke one of the longest scholastic Winning streaks in this area. After the Ambler tie the Spartans just couldn't get started and they Wound up the season with two Wins, five losses, and one tie. - S C H U.M. Opp. Ambler .......... ........ l 2 12 Pottstown ........... ,....... 0 26 Downingtown ..,,... ..,..... U 13 Spring City ......, ........,.. O 6 -49- EDULE-- Berwyn ..,............. Conshohocken Bridgeport .,,... Radnor ,...,. . U.M. Opp. 27 0 7 6 6 20 CAPTAIN KEEHN MALLOY MCKERNAN BURRY MURPHY VARGO COLLINS SCOTT SHEA VAQSITY BA S14 ET BA IE LM With a rousing 101-28 victory over ill-tated North Coventry, Upper Merton wound up its most ,successful year in Suburban Six competition. Mr. Torn Carnpion's youthful charges outscored their season's opponents by a total ot 1,336 points to 943 in winning 19 out ot 25 possible decisions. The Spartans almost made a clean sweep ot the league, they lost only to Con- shohocken. With the Suburban Six crown safely tucked away, the Spartans went atter the Class B State Title. They won the tirst game trorn Sharon Hill by a score ot 33-31. Then carne the Spartans downfall, they met Darby at the Penn Palestra and went clown fighting, to a score of 38-30. Congratulations on a tine season, tellows, and better luck on the state title next year! ee-'SCHEDULEM UM. Opp, U.lVl. Opp. Morrisville ,..,,.,,., 61 46 Berwyn .,........., 52 53 Eerwyn ,.,. ,, 42 40 Conshohocken 52 24 North Wales .. ,. ,..,.... .63 29 Phoenixville 43 42 Mt Pleasant .. ,, .,..,. ,. 69 29 North Coventry 79 Z8 Bristol . . , ,,,. .. H36 45 Bristol . ,. 56 55 Lansdale . ,.. .., .. H59 63 Spring City 44 36 Ridley Township . ...,, .45 49 Radnor ,. ., . 41 36 Berwyn . . ,..,. ,. 49 31 Bridgeport . ,.,. . 53 29 Mt, Pleasant .. .. ,..,,..,., 78 22 Conshohocken 27 28 Spring City . , ,.,.., ,57 39 Phoenixville ...,.,.. ,.... . ..,.,. 5 l 27 Morrisville . .,.. .. ,7U 68 North Coventry lUl- 28 Bridgeport - - --'-T'- -45 31 Totals ,.....,... ., ,...., 1273 874 --PLAYOFF GAMES- U.M. Opp, Sharon Hill . ....,.... 33 31 Darby ., ,. .,, . ...... ....3U 38 -50.. Standing-Giangiulio lManagerJ, Toth, Soppick, Collins, Dudas, Ramsey, Toth, Roberto, Mr. Yutz Kcoachl. Kneeling-Berry, Cairns, Stanley, Estock, Knasiak, Mainieri BASKETBALL IUNIOR VARSITY Mr. Frank C. Yutz, in his first year of coaching at Upper Merion, piloted his team to second place in Suburban Six competition. Almost all of last yearfs jayvees graduated to the varsity leaving an inexperienced team for this year. The players showed good cooperation and a lot of fight in all of their games. From the looks of things Upper Merion will be a contender in Section Six for a long time. The most consistent scorer on the jayvees squad was Ernie Toth, a hard driving forward. Another promising player was Claude Collins, Collins is the younger brother of the varsity's high scoring Gordon Collins. Claude will have to work hard to take Gordon's place, but We feel that he can do it. U,M. Opp. Berwyn 34 30 N. Wales ,, . ,, 50 16 Mt. Pleasant . , 44 15 Bristol . , . .. 29 18 Lansdale . .. ,. 28 40 Mt, Pleasant , 45 18 Spring City .. 32 29 Morrisville , , 39 1B Bridgeport . . 34 30 Berwyn . . . 28 21 9 Conshohocken ,, 24 44 L Phoenixville . . . 30 19 North Coventry . . 27 19 i Spring City . . 21 33 Radnor ., . . 18 25 Bridgeport . . 23 22 North Coventry .. , 36 27 Phoenixville . . 31 25 T7 Conshohocken . 25 27 Total Points ,. .. . 598 473 4 -51- VARSITY Every spring, about this time, boys in schools all over the country begin to unlimber the hickorys. Upper Merion is no exception to this rule for prac- tice has started already. There is a wealth of sore arms and the locker-room smells ot liniment but all this practice is to assure a top berth in Suburban Six competition, so it is not wasted. As most ot you know, U. M. will field a comparatively green team this year, the only regular is Paul McKernan, first baseman. Even though they lack experien-ce, the boys have a lot of con- fidence and spirit. Mr. George Santoro and Mr, Orient Martella, coaches. and all the fellows feel that this will be the year, the year U. M. shows its baseball superiority. Good luck, fellows! -SCHEDULE- March 28--Radnor ..............,........ .,..,..... A way April 4-Phoenixville ...... ....Home April 7-Berwyn ..,....,..,..... ...,...... A way April ll-St. Matthews Away - iv April Zl-Spring City Away .--' April 25-Conshohocken .... . ..,. ...Home April 28-N. Coventry ...... ...,..,. . .Away , IX' May 2-Bridgeport ..... .... ..... H o me i ' May 9-Spring City ...... ...Home May 16-Conshohocken Away May 19-N, Coventry ..........Home May 23-Bridgeport ............,.... .......... A way May 26-Marple Newtown .....,,. .,..,..,. Away Standing--Coach Santoro, Di Ambrosia, Roebuck, Managers, G. Mcliernan, Couch, Suzanne, McDermott, Lewis, P. McKernan, Mullen, Berry, Shea, letters, Coach Martella. Kneelinge-Titus, Baker, Cube, Cairns, Knasiak, Vfeehn, Collins, Angstadt, Stanley, Murphy, Roberto. -52- G G f.. I: VARSITY Matzik, Toth, Katrina, Palm, Dudas, Rowden, Guidas, Lilick, Mr. Raub CCoachl. Having been in existence only four years, the Upper Merion golf teams have been making quite a name for themselves among the local high school golf circles. The teams with Mr. Raub, as coach, have won two consecutive golf championships, and promise to be a threat this season. Mr. Raub has three veterans on his team this year, they are Iohn Katrina, Ernie Toth and Cliff Rowden. Additions to the squad are Mike A Guidas and Iohn Matzik, who are showing the caliber of promising golfers. - S C H E D U L E - Apr. 19-Lower Merion ...... ....... H ome 22-Cheltenham ....... ....... H ome f-Nj, m 27--Abington .... Home f May 2-Pottstown ........ Away Q53 6-Berwyn ........... ......, H ome ,ggi 9-Haverford ..... Home 13-Pottstown .... Home 'Wifi' We 16-Berwyn Away , N ., L' 23-Abington .... Away -53- 1 I'-I 0 C K E Y GIRLS' VARSITY The 1948 Hockey .season of U. M, ended with one win, one tie, and six defeats as the result ot an eight game schedule. -SCHEDULE- Opp. U.M, Royersiord .,.... .,....,.... 2 1 Ambler ,.,....... ,.,..,., 4 0 Berwyn ..,......,.. ...,.,.. 4 3 Spring City ........ ,...... 4 1 Norristown ....,. ...,.,.. l l 1 Pottstown ,....,.. .,... . .l U I Bridgeport ....,... ..,.... U 2 Collegeville .,.. ,... ,....... . . 2 0 CAPTAIN Although the girls' season Was not so successful as they Wanted it to be, they fought the good iight in all of their games. Lots oi credit should go to Ginny Shore, a very reliable goalie. The players of the team Were: Annie Van Elswyk, Carmella Rossi, Marion Sabol, Mildred Mitchell, Freida Angelos, Ioan Fulton, Emma Gene Wolfe, Ioan Wood, Anna Romano, Flossie Williams, Ianet Knaphle, Dolly Moley, Pat Rossi, Rose Rossi, Alice Buehler, Leona Bengen, Peggy Ferenz, lane Howland, Betty Ann Strunack, Helen Dudas, Betty Blanken, Ginny Shore, Pat Buddy and Elaine Rex. Evelyn Lee, Manager, Helen Toth, Timer, Peg Markland, Scorer and Miss Marjorie Dizilia, Coach. ' Standing-Markland, Howland, Romano, Blanken, Carpenter, Mitchell, Ferenz, Shore, Moley, Buehler, Angelos, Knaphle, Bengen, Strunack, Lee. Kneeling-Dudas, P. Rossi, Rex, C. Rossi, R. Rossi, Fulton, Buddy, Williams, Van Elswyk, Wolfe, Sabol, Wood, Coach Bizilia. ..54... BASKETBALI. GIRLS- Stcmcling-McHcxle, Williams, Moley, Wolfe, VcmElswyk, Miss Bizilia fCoachl, Dudcxs, Fulton, Scxbol, Rossi, Romano, Buehler. Kneeling-Pcsquoel, Mitchell, Rex, Shore, Kuhna, Ferenz, Struncxck This year the girls' basketball team, under the supervision ot Miss Bizilia, had a successful season. Spirit and teamwork led the girls to six wins and a tie out of nine games. Ginny Shore, the honorary captain, was high scorer. Losing only one senior, Annie Van Elswyk, we are ,sure that next year's team will be C1 good one. We wish the team ot '49-'50 lots ot luck and hope their experience and pep will lead them to an undefeated season. -SCHEDULE- U.M ,...,..,. 30 Schwenksville ....,.,. 21 U.M ....,.... 27 Alumni ...........,.,........ 18 U.M .,....,.. Z9 Bridgeport ...., ........ 1 1 U.M ,,....... 36 Collegeville ....,. ..14 U.M ......,.. 28 Ambler ........... .....,.. 4 4 U.M .,....... Z7 Berwyn ,.....,,....,........, 27 U.M ......... 36 Conshohocken ........ 24 U.M .,....... 28 Bridgeport .......,........ ll CAPTAIN -JUNIOR VARSITY- U,M ......... 10 Schwenksville .....,.... ll U.M ....,,... 15 Berwyn .. .,................. 23 U.M ......... Z7 Bridgeport .....,.......,.. 22 U.M ......... ll Conshohocken ...,.... 3 U.M ......... 15 Collegeville ..........,... 12 UM. .....,. 23 Phoenixville .,.,..,..,.... 20 U.M ..,....,. Z4 Ambler .......,.., ........ 1 7 U.M ....,,... 35 Bridgeport ,..., ........ 2 7 ..55- IUNIETEIGEERLEADERS Q' I f-S' .. ik iv ' . N 6,52 r X' 12 ,, fgzuinvg v A 4 4 Y The Senior High should look forward to having this snappy, energetic bunch of cheerleaders. lt's no Wonder that our lunior High boys Won so many contests in basketball and baseball. With an impetus like the lunior High Cheerleaders, the boys could not help but Win. The faithful girls, Pat McDermott, Deborah Stone, lean Nippes, Barbara Markland, Sally Davis, and Mary Keil, deserve much praise for the stimulating work they accomplished this season. Miss Bizilia can be proud of her proteges as Well as the rest of U, M. Keil, Markland, Stone, Davis, McDermott, Nippes. -56.... Standing-Farrell, Kontra, Grabowski, Beech, Burkart, Hinkle, Burke, Sedor, Moley, Clark, Baker, Walcoby, Rogiana, Basile. Kneeling-Coach Martella, Titus, Hensley, Hendren, Kutz, Hill, Shore, Scott, C. Basile, Nippes, Cabe, E. Pinkavitch, Coach Yutz. Seated-Woltrom, McKerncm, Teatord, Picariello, Farina, Brownlie, Emel, Matzik, I. Pinkavitch, Hex, Palm, Angstadt, Graburn, The Iunior Spartans made a good showing for themselves. Despite the fact that the team was extremely light, Mr. Orient Martella and Mr. Frank Yutz, coaches, did a very good job with the team. The boys showed up good against teams that outweighed them by many pounds. Even though they didn't come out in the win column, the fellows played good ball all through the season. One ot the highlights of the season was an 80 yard runback of an intercepted pass. Alert Spartan end Marshall Cabe gathered in an errant Radnor pass on his own 20 and went all the way to score. -SCHEDULE- COACH MARTELLA sAYs . . . UM, opp With but a few left-overs from last year's squad, the Ambler 'Z ' '- 1 2 12 Spartan Iunior eleven unveiled a few future stars for the Phoenlxvlue ' O 25 B1 d G ld V I Alb t f h t d- Conshohocken ...... ...... l 3 U ue an o arsity. t ough mos o t e ou stan ing Bridgeport U 6 work was shown by Rex, Angstadt, Emel, Teaford, Clarke, Downingtown O 7 and Matzik, the light and inexperienced club showed plenty B91-Wyn ,,,,,,,,,,,,,. ..,.,. 7 13 of rugged football. RCIdI'1Or ....... ...... 7 13 E FGOTBALL... I7 Iumon HIGH Wim -57- BASKETBALLTUNIOR HIGH The lunior High team showed a lot of fight and plenty of teamwork this year. Mr. Orient Martella, coach, felt that the fellows showed a big improve- ment toward the end of the season and he expects great things next year. The most consistent scorers on the team were George McKernan and Horace Baker. George is the brother of the senior high's high .scoring forward, Paul McKernan. We'll be looking for you to take his place in a few years, George. -SCHEDULE- U.M. Opp. Top Row-Mr. Martella, Coach, Titus, Matzik, Mclfernan, Palm, Sedor, Shore. OUR COACH SAYS . . . Conshohocken The lunior hoopsters, lacking height, displayed a sharp, Phoenixville . . , Berwyn .... speedy attack for a record of four wins and five losses. Big , I h H I G M K d Bridgeport ..... guns in t e scoring co umn were eorge c ernan an Conshohocken Baker, with Cabe and Rex handling the backboard work. Phoenixville Coach Campion expects these boys to replace some of the BI'iClgepOI't ..... departing stars of his Section Six Championship Team. Berwyn ......... Middle How-Graburn, Managerg Baker, Kutz, Clarke, Hill, Lilick, Wert, Rossi, Emel, Angstadt, Farrel Seated-Rex, Branca, Kontra, Dtcamillo, Moley, Slough, Buddy, Wolfram, Cabe. WHAT OUR INTRAMURAL PROGRAM MEANS TO ME! INTERC1-ASS Last year marked the successful beginning of the intramural program in Upper Merion. This program offers the classes a chance to compete with one another in all types of sports. Under the provisions of the intramural program the pupils of the school are divided into two teams called the Blue team and the Gold team. These two teams meet in various athletic events in which so many points are scored for the Winner and runners up. At the end of the season all points are totaled. The team holding the greatest number of points is declared the champion of the school. INTIQAM U IQAl.S Tli l' MR. COCKLIN. An intramural program such as the blue and gold contest, permits every pupil to have a part in all the facilities which the school offers for the development of a Well-rounded individual. MR. STRINE: Intramurals are excellent for the pur- pose of an almost one hundred per-cent participa- tion in athletics, MISS BIZILIA: Inner school spirit fostered by an intramural program is the foundation for loyalty to UM. in competition with other schools. MR. CAMPION: An intramural program will ac- complish its purpose only through the whole-hearted co-operation of the entire student body. MR, MARTELLA: My idea of an intramural program is that everyone participates, but teams must be chosen of equal ability for real competitive training. STUDENT BODY: To be a success, an intramural program set up for us, should be drawn up so' that everyone gets the benefit of it. In this way, the 1 ones who don't participate in school sports are given their chance to play, too. I -59- OUR itil-iii This splendid organization, presently in its fourth year, is planning to fete the varsity athletes, boys and girls of all sports, at the Third Annual Sports- men's Banquet. This event, always a high-light on the school's social calendar, is the major project ot the old grads of Upper Merion. Membership in the organization is open to any graduate of Upper Mer- icn High School, beginning with the class of 1934. All faculty members of the school district are honorary members of the Association. Herbert L. Hensinger is the faculty representative. Congratulations to the Class of l949! loin and support your Alumni Association. mtirlgli .. 'rust -.:-. - 2,1 , -1 , f Arngiiws' 19' fOFFlCERSWf lacob D. Moser ....... ............ P resident Henry Gaynor .......... ...... V ice President Christine G. Pierce ....... .,....... S ecretary lean B. Goodwin ..............,........... Treasurer Betty Miller Lynch .... Corresponding Sec'y. Standing-Henry Gaynor, Class ot 1935, lacob D. Moser, Class ot 1937. i Seated-Christine G. Pierce, Class ot 19455 lean B. Goodwin, Class 7 l ot 1945, ....60.. WI-ICS WI-IO . Best Singer ........ Best Dresser ......... Best Personality ..... Best Figure .................. Best Actress, Actor ........ .......... Best Line ...................... Best Athlete ............. Best Profile .................. Nicest Complexion ...... Nicest Eyes ................ Nicest Blush ............. Most Dignified ......... Most Humorous ....... Most Bashful ....... ..... Most Popular ................ Most Likely to Suceed ................ Noisiest .......................... Quietest ............ Biggest Eater ....... Class Flirt ............. Prettiest Smile ..... Prettiest Hair ....... Class Nit-Wit ....... Tallest ....,........... Shortest ............... Most Talkative ....... Nicest Together .......... Likes Night-life Best ...... .......... Best Pals ...................... Best Nickname ....... Scholar .......................... Most Sophisticated ........ ........... Best Artist ................. Class Show-oft ....... Loudest Laugh ....... Safest Driver ....... Best Dancer .,... Best Manager ..... Liveliest ........ Laziest ........ .......... GIRLS ...........Rosemary Harkins Anne Ewanick .......... ....... Rose Mastrocola ........ ....... Ieanne Rakowski ...... ....... Helen Morrow ........ Iune Chandler ............ ....... Annie Van Elswyk ........ ....... Rose Mastrocola ........ ....... lane Weldie ............. ....... Mary Saboe ................ ....... lane Weldie ............. ...... Iune Chandler ........ Evelyn Lee ........... Anne Ewamck ......... ...... Rita Zielinski ....... Barbara Tirpak ....... ...... Dorothy Kuhna ....... ...... Carmella Rossi ....... ...... Isabel Silcox ....... Mary Petrecz ....... Barbara Tirpak ...... Dorothy Burke ............ ....... Theresa DeSimone ........ ....... Dorothy Burke ............ ....... Ieanne Rakowski .......... ...... Anne Ewanick and Ieanne Rakowski it n Merka Saboe .......... ....... Rose Mastrocola ........ ....... Beverly Fox ............ ..........Beverly Fox ...........Carrnella Rossi ...........Dorothy Burke Helen Morrow ........ ...........Rita Zielinski .......Evelyn Lee ...........Iune Chandler .......Barbara Tirpak -61- BOYS Paul Couch Albert Keehn Paul McKeman Iohn Mullen Iames Keil Warren Davis Paul McKernan Leslie Lee Michael Guidas Gordon Collins Ioseph Suzanne Theresa DeSimone ........ ....... .Iames Shea Warren Davis Michael Burry .Iames Keil Stanley Mantell .Paul Couch .Iames Shea Iohn Mullen Anne Ewanick ......... ....... .Richard Wolfe Michael Burry Albert DiGiambattista William Giangiulio Michael Vargo George Bernstiel Lawrence McDermott lohn Mullen Theresa DeSimone ........ ....... .Melvin Kutz Michael Vargo and Michael Burry Fuzzy McKernan Iames Poston Stanley Mantell Howard Lewis William Giangiulio Clifford Rowden Iames Poston Melvin Kutz , Iohn Bruno Albert DiGiarnbattista Ioseph Roebuck GILBERT FARRINGTON, Real Estate, Insurance MITCHELL G NESS, Sporting Goods, 1312 Arch Street, Philadelphia. 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MICHAEL GUIDAS 6, FAMILY Compliments of CAMPBELL'S SERVICE STATION ' UKRANIAN-AMERICAN CITIZENS CLUB, Bridgeport WILLIAM YEAGER, Florist, Decorations for Weddings and Receptions our Specialty CLASS PIQOPI-IECY . As we are sitting here, looking into the crystal ball, we see ourselves twenty years later. On our first trip around the corner we find a few of our classmates gathered at a Milk Bar, being served by the proprietor, Albert DiGiambattista. Gathered here also are Ioseph Roebuck and his wife, the former Annie Van Elswyk, discussing the exploits of their fullback son, Ioseph H., with Iames Shea, Iames Poston, Ioseph Suzanne and Michael Guidas. A As we step outside we find Howard Lewis zooming past in a jet-pro- pelled cab. We are gazing toward our right to see, wait-who is that going into the grocery store? Yes, its Dorothy fBurkeJ Sandora with her set of twins yelling for ice cream. Taking in the wailing nonchalanting is Evelyn Lee who is busy keeping the store clean and our waitress, lean Rakowski. Having to take a hurried exit we find Leslie Lee selling newspapers and his competitor, across the street, is none other than Stanley Mantell. Feeling a need for recreation, we meander down to a local theater. Having been ushered to our seats by William Gianguilio, we become com- fortably seated when two familiar taces George Bernstiel and Dorothy Kuhna flash before our eyes. After the movie we stop to buy popcorn from Gordon Collins. After discarding the paper bag on the .street we seef Paul Couch merrily sweeping it up. fWe've got to give him business, too!l. Walking a few blocks we stop to enter a book shop, upon entering we find our salesgirl, Rita Zielinski, selling our current best-seller to two old maids, Anne Ewanick and Barbara Tirpak. The book is entitled, How To Get A Man. Walking around the corner we find Paul McKernan playing the fiddle while Michael Vargo and Michael Burry sing duets on Main Street for the Salvation Army. -54- CLASS PRCPI-IECY . After walking the long winding court house steps, we proceeded to Courtroom A where we heard a strange cry for joy from Iohn Bruno in suc- cessfully obtaining a divorce from his fifth wife, Helen Morrow. Sharing the joy are America's best lawyer and judge, Theresa Desimone and Melvin Kutz. We also stop to have a short visit with Mary Saboe who is on trial for cruelty to her husband. She almost clawed him to death. f'l'hat's allll. Having enough of the legal scene we proceed to the hospital after being safely taken there by Beverly Fox our faithful operator for the S.V,L. Arriv- ing there on time for a delicate operation, we see our surgeon, Dr. Albert Keehn and his nurse lane Weldie. The poor patint is Clifford Rowden. Leaving the hospital, we bump into Iohn Mullen, who is faithfully de- livering the U. S. Mail. While passing the park, we see Iune Chandler having a difficult time with two spoiled brats. Who is that flirting with the nursemaid? Why it's lames Keil, one of our best coppers on the beat. W We still have a few hours left so we decide to take a walk to Iames Lees 6. Sons Co. Here we meet our personnel manager, Lawrence McDermott and his faithful secretary, Rosemary Harkins. Proceeding through the plant, we see Richard Wolfe in a white collar job while Isabel Silcox is day-dreaming over her handsome boss. That is a wonderful tripg meeting our old friends seems like old times. Approaching us now are a few of our classmates, Rose Mastrocola, who now has co-ownership in the Norris Theater and Mary Petrecz, who lives on a ranch of her own and sings and plays the guitar for her own amusement. Well, they are doin' ok! Wanting to end the day properly, we feel we are in need of spiritual guidance, so we approach this little country church. We are not surprised to see Sister Carmella Rossi leading her flock and capably fulfilling the duties of the pastor Rev. Warren Davis. fOur reformed gangster!l. To end this wonderful day of foretelling, I put my crystal ball away and wait for the future. -55- FAVCDRITE SAYINGS . Iohn Mullen .......... Mary Saboe ........ Mary Petrecz ............. Ieanne Rakowski ........ Dorothy Kuhna ...... Anne Ewanick ........ Iames Poston .......... Stanley Mantell .......... Leslie Lee ............. Evelyn Lee ....... lane Weldie ....... Barbara Tirpak ....... Rita Zielinski ....... Iames Keil .................... Clifford Rowden ........ Paul McKernan ...... Melvin Kutz ............. George Bernstiel ....... Iune Chandler ........ Dorothy Burke ............. Rosemary I-Iarkins ...... Helen Morrow ........... Isabel Silcox ............... Beverly Fox .................. Lawrence McDermott ...... Warren Davis .............. William Gianguillio ..... Albert DiGiambattista Michael Burry ................ Richard Wolfe ........ Paul Couch .......... Iames Shea ................. Ioseph Suzanne ......... Gordon Collins ...... Albert Keehn .............. Michael Guidas ........ .........Wha I-loppon! I .......................... Again! ..........Don't mess around! ............Yankee Clipper! gooney! don't you listen? .........l-low am I supposed to know? must be crazy have typing to do! won't be long now! Eleanor! think I'll go to New York! ........Them gol' blamed planes! floor ya! Ooh! Ooh! .................What do you want? .......Let's go see Mr. Santoro! ........Ye gads and little fishes! matters not! s colossal! F. M. A.! .........Shut up, you clown! .........Drop the gun, Louie! ..................Take it easy! Kidding? George! .........Where's all the women? is it? ball in the side pocket! What did you say your phone number was? Annie Van Elswyk ........ .............................................. A ren't you playing? Rose Mastrocola ....... Theresa DeSimone ..... Carmella Rossi .......... Ioseph Roebuck .,....... Michael Vargo ....... Howard Lewis ........ Iohn Bruno ....... ..........How many, please? Kid! Baby! ..........Maybe! Dot! ...........Watch out! ...........You're crazy! -55- FAVORITE PASTIME and I-IANDICAP Albert DiGiambattista Iohn Mullen ....................... ........ Mary Saboe ................... ........ Mary Petrecz ............. Ieanne Rakowski ..... Dorothy Kuhna ...... Anne Ewanick ........ Iames Poston ...... Leslie Lee .................... Stanley Mantell ........ Evelyn Lee .............. lane Weldie ............ Barbara Tirpak ...... Rita Zielinski ...... Iames Keil ......... ..... Clifford Rowden ........ Paul McKernan ...... Melvin Kutz ............ George Bernstiel ........ lune Chandler ........ Dorothy Burke ........ Helen Morrow . ......... .. Rosemary Harkins ..... Isabel Silcox ................. ........ Beverly Fox .................................. Lawrence McDermott Warren Davis ................... ........ William Gianguillio ......... ........ Michael Burry ............... ........ Rose Mastrocola ........ Richard Wolfe ..........,. Theresa DeSimone ...,... ..,.... Paul Couch ..,......... lames Shea ............ Ioseph Suzanne ........ Gordon Collins ...... Michael Guidas ....... Albert Keehn .............. Annie Van Elswyk ..... Carmella Rossi .......... Ioseph Roebuck ........ Michael Vargo ...... Howard Lewis ........ Iohn Bruno ....... FAVORITE PASTIME Day dreaming ............... ............... Sports .................. Bowling .......... Movies ..... Fran ....... Movies ......... Lenny .............. Girls KC. Bl ............... Day dreaming .................. ........ Driving to Philadelphia Listening to the radio... Typing ........................... ........ Talking ..... Dancing ....... Driving ................... Rebel Hill ................... W. Conshohocken ....... ?'??'? ....................... I Benn s ..................... Dancing ....... Ioe .................... Driving a car ...... Horses .............. Telling jokes ...... Cadets ................... Sleeping .................,....... ........ Driving his Jalopy ............ ........ Doing school laundry ................ Sports ................................ ........ Norris Theater .....,......... Collecting money ............ ........ .Listening to the radio Chasing girls ................. Doing homework ......... Playing pool ............. Basketball .......... Golf ........,................ Hunting dames ......... Sports .. ........................... Writing to a marine .......... ........ Sleeping ......................... ........ Dorothy .......................................... Eating and sleeping .................... Loafing in the Coach's office ...... -167- HANDICAP English Willingness to help others Making up her mind Playing her guitar Temper Sleeping School Spanish Howard Lewis Spanish Shorthand The office Doris Norristown Girls His 51,000,000 W. Conshohocken No money for gas English Blonde Hair Arguing Shorthand Talking P. O. D. Height His name School No car School Traveling Chemistry Shortness Transportation Eating No money Debbie Can't play Bashfulness Spanish Noise Shortness Tallness Leslie Lee and Archie Scott Commercial room 1t:!7 WF? WH' m ufogzapga . . . M n , E b. Aka '12 A 5? ' X w+Mwgm 2 .64ghQ,??l Lhjqglfgigjgtjg ' ' ' W. ff + cw Rf f W W Wim fff f , Q A if 'Wuxi' , ' ' ..w:.-L'iMJl2wfl.E1a1LD -2-1..F..Ii-k- '