Washington High School - Little Prexie Yearbook (Washington, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1953 volume:

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LITTLE PREXIE OF 1953 WASHINGTON HIG SC OOL WASHI Foreword The lens is openp the scene is set. With the snapping of the shutter, another picture is ready to be placed among your memories. These memories may include friends, parents, or rela- tives, a picnic or a party, school activities or the never-to-be- forgotten first prom. They may represent joy or sadness. This book is published with the hope that each picture may bring enjoyment and happiness to you both now and in the years to come and recall to you the years spent in Washing- ton High School. 4 On Location: Technical Advisers Board of Directors ..,.... Custodians , ,.......,......,. Faculty .,4...,....,...,.,.,...... Dr. Meyers B. Horner .,.... Mr. Sheldon Kelley ......, Mr. Homer Lowry ..... Medical Stat? ..4,...... Office Personnel Stars of '53 May Queen and Attendants Senior Commencement Speakers Seniors .,.,,,,.,...................,.,.,..,..... Supporting Cast and Understudies 'llth Grade ..,........i.,..........,.... 'l0th Grade .,..... 9th Grade ..,.,... 8th Grade ..,...., Sports Reel Baseball ...,. Basketball ,.... Cheerleaders .... Football ........ , Track ..,...... Wrestling .... Added Attractions Band i.,.,.,...... Clubs ,.......... . Journalism ...,.,.. Senior Play ,..,,., Spring Play ..,,,.,., Student Council .,,... Vocal Music .,,.,. Yea rbook .,.... Advertising .,.. 5 Page .. ........ .8 .,.....,l0-14 .......'l5 ...,.,.l4 ..,..,..40-41 ....,...'l5'l ...,....'l6-39 ..,..,..44-50 ........5l-55 ........56-60 .....,4.6l-64 ........75-78 .,.,....68-74 ,..,....83-84 ........79-82 95-107, 115-116 .....,,.1l3 .........l'l2 .,.....,88-89 .,.....'I08-111 .....,.,90-91 ...,.,.'ll7-148 Technical Advisers 45' 1 3 fff ff X x lu,,,fa MW Boa rcl' of Our Board of Education becomes our Board ot Directors on our movie lot-as they direct the activities, not only of the high school, but the elementary grades of Washington also. The photograph shows the members of the Board of Education and the superintendent of schools. Reading from left to right: Edward J. Harris, Ralph B, Carroll, David Anderson, Harry Director Dr. Meyers B. Horner, Superintendent of the Washington Schools T. Gray, Heston M. Hill, Superintendent Meyers B. Horner, A. W. T. Strott, William MCC. Richardson, and C. O. Ashloaugh. This board is the policy-making group of the Washington school system, and Dr. Horner heads the administrative organization of the city. Directors 8 , Director Director Homer M. Lowry manages the controls at Washington High School. On the WHS lot, he directs the activities and helps advise the stars and understudies. Assistant Director Assistant Director Sheldon Kelley stages the top-billing Detention Room as well as supervising sched- ules and school records. Some days Mr. Kelley finds his theatre has a sell- out crowd, particularly in the spring -when truancy runs riot. Technical Advisers WILLIAM E. AMOS B. S.-W. 8- J. Economics, Home and School Visitor MARY L. BELL B. A.-P. C. W. M. A.-Pitt English 9 PHILIP R. BERRY B. S.--W. 8- J. Biology, Science, Track FRANK BISS B. A.-W. 81 J. M. Ed.-Pitt Machine Shop JACK M. BOAK B, S. in Music Appreciation-Muskingum Music Appreciation, Junior High Chorus, mittee, Keydettes, Spring Play Orchestra A. L. BOULANGER B. S.-California State Teachers Geometry KATHARJNE BOYLES A. B.-Pitt B. E.-N. Y. U. English 9, T0 Assembly Com- HELEN M. BROMLEY A. B.-P. C. W. M. A.-Pitt World History, Adviser Senior Class, Sponsor UN Examina- tion DOROTHY l. BRYSON B. A.-Geneva Civics, Pennsylvania History, Y-Teen Dfrector, Y-Teen Little Theatre ELIZABETH R. CHRISTNER A. B.-P. C. W. English 9, io GERTRUDE P. DeNORMANDIE School of Expression-Boston Mathematics VINCENT DiBELLO B. S.-W. 81 J. M. A.-W. 81 J. General Math, Algebra I, Advanced Geometry MARGARET McQ. DICKIE B. S.-Carnegie Tech Home Economics-Cookery REED J. DUNN B. S.-W. 81 J. Chemistry, Physics, Advanced Science Adviser, 'l'lth grade, General Math, Plane Top Row: William E. Amos, Mary L. Bell, Philip R. Berry, Frank Biss, Jack M. Boak Second Row: A. L. Boulanger, Katharine Boyles, Helen M. Bromley, Dorothy I. Bryson Third Row: Elizabeth R. Christner, Gertrude P. DeNormandie, Vincent DiBello, Margaret MCQ. Dickie, Reed J. Dunn Top Row: Emil F. Dupke, Earnest A. Eros, Edith Frederickson, Anne S. Gamble, Irving T. Gottlieb Second Row: A, Eliza Grable, John G. Grossman, Elizabeth Hamilton, Irene L. Hammers Third Row: Paul E. Harding, William A. Harris, Gaylord Hartman, Sara G. Herriott, Ross M. Herron EMIL F. DUPKE A. B.-Bethany M. Ed.-Pitt English, Football Coach, Junior Class Adviser EARNEST A. EROS A. B.-Western Reserve World History, Business Economics, Assistant Football Coach, Jr. High Track Coach EDITH FREDERICKSON B. S.-Penn State M. Ed.-Pitt General Science, Health ANNE S. GAMBLE B. S.-California State Teachers Bookkeeping, Typewriting IRVING T. GOTTLIEB B. S.-Bloomsburg State Teachers M. Ed.-Pitt Bookkeeping, Shorthand, Junior Secretarial Club Sponsor A. ELIZA GRABLE B. S.-Pitt M. Litt.-Pitt English, Spelling, Girls' Camera Club Sponsor JOHN G. GROSSMAN B. S.-Kutztown State Teachers M. A. in Art Education-Columbia Art, Sketch and Craft Club Sponsor ELIZABETH HAMILTON B. A.hWooster M. A.-W. 8- J. History IRENE L. HAMMERS B. R. E.-Boston University M. Ed.-Pitt Geography, Spelling PAUL E. HARDING B. S.-Bucknell M. 5.-Penn State Instrumental Music, President Teachers' Associatfon WILLIAM A. HARRIS B. S., M. S.-W. 81 J. Ph. D.-Pitt Biology, Wrestling Coach, Adviser Key Club GAYLORD HARTMAN B. S., M. A.-W. 8. J. Public Speaking, General Math, Dramatics, Algebra, Jour- nalism, Director Senior Play, Adviser Little President SARA G. HERRIOTT A. B.-Penn State English ROSS M. HERRON B. S.-West Virginia Health, General Science, Basketball Coach Jr, High Football Coach, Jr. High Top Row: Ethel G. Hougland, Corinne N. Kehl, Sarah C. Kelly, Curtis W. Kerns, Paul Knestrick Second Row: Paul A. Kratt, Jane B. Lane, William M. Laughlin, Lena L. Lively Third Row: M. Jay Luft, Helen M. Manes, Teresina Marino, Guy B, McCarrell, Katherine F. McCool ETl'lEL G. HOUGLAND A. B.-Wooster Problems of Democracy CORINNE N. KEHL B. S.-Pitt M. Ed.--Pin Business English, Shorthand, Typewriting, Office Practice SARAH C. KELLY B. S.-Pitt Algebra CURTIS W. KERNS B. S.-California State Teachers M. Ed-Pitt Mechanical Drawing, Camera Club Sponsor PAUL KNESTRICK B. S., M. A.-W. 8- J. Trigonometry, Solid Geometry, Algebra ll PAUL A. KRATT B. S., M. A.-W. 81 J. Science, Health, Audio-Visual Aids, Sponsor Student Coun- cil, S. O. S. Club JANE B. LANE A. B.-Pitt U. S. History WILLIAM M. LAUGHLIN B. S.-W. 81 J. Health, Basketball Coach LENA L. LIVELY A. B.-Waynesburg A. M.-Columbia Latin, Sponsor Sorores Club M. JAY LUFT B. S.-California State Teachers M. Ed.-Pitt Woodshop, Supervisor Concession HELEN Nl. MANES B. S.-Penn State General Science, Sponsor Science Club TERESINA MARINO B. A.-Pitt M. A.-W. 8- J. French, Spanish, Speech, Modern Foreign Language Club Sponsor GUY B. McCARRELL B. S.-Muskingum M. S.-West Virginia Physical Education KATHERINE F. McCO0L California State Teachers English SARAH E. McENRUE B. A.-Seton Hill M. A.-Penn State English, Adviser Go-To-College Club W. L. McGLUMPHY B. S.-Waynesburg Geography, Biology, Baseball Coach LORETHA McMlNN B. S.-indiana State Teachers Shorthand, Typewriting, Bookkeeping MARY C. MOORE B. S.-California State Teachers English, Spelling FRANK V. PETRONE A. B.-W.8tJ. Driver Training, W. Club Sponsor, Assistant Basketball Coach FLORENCE H. REED A. B.-Pitt Mathematics ETHA McC. RICHARDSON Diploma in Music-Northwestern Vocal Music, Spring Play, Forensic League, Festival Choruses LAURA E. ROBB B. S.-Pitt Librarian, Sponsor Library Council JEAN W. ROBINSON B. S.-Carnegie Tech M. Ed.-Pitt Shorthand, Typewriting, Office Practice, Adviser of Yearbook MARGARETTA D. RODGERS B. S.-Penn State Home Economics JOSEPH S. RODJOM B. A.-W. 81 J. World History, Pennsylvania History, Civics, Adviser Senior Class, Assistant Football Coach ANNE RUBEN American History ANNE M. RUTHERFORD B. A.-P. C. W. V M. A.-Middlebury College English LOIS S. SALKO B. S.-Mt. Mercy Home Economics Top Row: Sarah E. McEnrue, W. L. McGlumphy, Loretha McMinn, Mary C. Moore, Frank V. Petrone Second Row: Florence H. Reed, Etha McC. Richardson, Laura E. Robb, Jean W. Robinson Third Row: Margaretta D. Rodgers, Joseph S. Rodiom, Anne Ruben, Anne M. Rutherford, Lois S. Solko ies Margaret Sampson Zara L. Siegel Jane Sproat C. R. Stives Margaret H. Williams Beatrice Woodward MARGARET SAMPSON C. R. STIVES B. S.-Westminster B. S.-W. 81 J. M. Ed.-Pitt Civics, Pennsylvania History, General Science, Health Algebra, General Math MARGARET WILLIAMS Civics ZARA L. SIEGEL A, B',Pm semmce WOODWARD M. Ed.-Pitt M. Ed.-Penn State Algebra, General Math' Adivmes Committee, Usher Sponsor Physical Education, Girls' Athletic Association, Cheerleaders Sponsor JANE SPROAT Nct Pictured: A. B.-Waynesburg MRS. BEATRICE R. CARMICHAEL M. Ed.-Penn State B. S.-Carnegie Tech English ll Clothing-Home Economics, Junior Class Adviser Day after day the routine work of the two Gi8, staffed by Joseph King, Leah Miller, offices of our school goes on. The main office, and Cora L. Richardson, takes care of the finan- stafted by Clea Andrew and Betty Knestrick, cial end of our school activities, as well as hous- handles the scheduling of classes, the permanent ing the ticket office, and lost and found depart- records, and the correspondence of the school. ment. Clea Andrew Joseph King Betty L. Knestrick Leah Miller Cora L. Richardson 14 ,.i, Medical Staff LINDA AIKEN School Nurse OCIE FRYE School Nurse DR. E. BEACHLEY NOBLE Medical Inspector DR. GUY E. PATTERSON Medical Inspector MRS. BESSIE MARIE TOWNSEND Dental Hygienist DR. F. D. WEI.I.ER Dental Examiner First Aid Not many students suffered from minor ail- ments, thanks to this top-notch medical staff. Miss Frye is on duty every day until noon, and Dr. Patterson visits the high school each morning, Miss Aiken assists with medical examinations, and is closely associated with the elementary schools. Each year students from the 9th and 'llth grades receive medical examinations, and Dr. Weller and Mrs. Townsend inspect teeth in search for cavities. Chest X-rays are given also as a precaution against tuberculosis. Directors of Maintenance Spic and span corridors, shiny windows, clean classrooms, neat orderly rows of chairs in the library are the result of the work of these custodians. Upon the shoulders of these men rest the responsibility for keeping our building attractive. i. infrequently seen by the students are Alfred Boardley, our engineer, who sees that we are kept warm and comfortable, and George Dunlap and Elva Hutchison, who start their day's duties after school hours. John Criswell Bernard Dodd William Gilson William Miller Roy Winters Sta rs of '53 4? K f in X 4 Qfimg N President ......,..,,........,.., .,..,.., ..,... J a mes Hoy Vice President ....,,.. ....... F rancis Dollish Secretary .....,....... ...... A my Salsberry Treasurer .. .,..... Josephine Grudi History of the Stars of '53 Well, there we were-bashful little girls attired in our best dresses and backward little boys with slicked down hair-meeting for the first time on that September day in 1948 when we entered the 8th grade at Washington High School. A new chapter was unfolding in our book of life. The building seemed so large and strange except for the home economics department, woodshop, and instrumental classes in which we had all had some part. Our first day will be one which will linger in our memories for years to come. Confused faces met, hoping that the other might tell where Room 125 or 115 might be. But the upper classmen were our big- gest fear, for we wanted to be as much like them as possible. In a few weeks we were right in the swing of clubs, music, and sports. Ninth grade came upon us quickly and our hearts were saddened by the death of two of our classmates -Michael Pierce and Donald Knestrick. Our sopho- more year came and went. We had learned the meaning of cooperation and friendship. The school was now our second home, and we were almost upper-classmen. We elected James Hoy, president, Francis Dollish, vice president, Amy Salsberry, secre- tary, and Josephine Grudi, treasurer. They were to lead our class through the next two years which were going to be the hardest-but the most wonderful years in our school career. Helen Bromley and Joseph Rod- iom were selected as class advisers. As Juniors we held a colossal prom called the Dutch Polonaise. We chose Jenene Stahlberg as the May Queen and Martha Clark and Patty Claffey as senior attendants. Chosen to represent our class were Amy Salsberry and Arlene Moore. At last came our senior year. Senior pictures were taken, name cards ordered, and dinks were in our class colors of black and white. The red rose was selected as the class flower. The class play Go West, Young Man was presented in November, May Day soon came again, and Arlene Moore was chosen as May Queen and Amy 'Salsberry and Lois Bell, her senior attendants. Time passed quickly and in each senior homeroom you could see the days being marked off on the calendar. Then it was Class Day, and on May 31, Baccalaureate. But the day of all days was June 2-graduation. Although this meant our high school days were at an end, we left with pride, knowing that we had been a chapter in the great book of education. But friendships and won- derful memories of days gone by will never be for- gotten. The class of '53 closes a chapter in its life, but will continue on the path of success-each repeating our class motto The way may be rough and the road may be long, but the time will fiy as we wave good- bye to old Wash High. 18 MARION D. ACKER Good grief Answers to nickname Groundhog enioys bookkeeping now works at William Henry Hotel plans to be a mechanic likes to fish .. . band, track, Hi-Y RONALD ADAMS Wants to ioin the Air Force or the Navy a ladies' man ... likes to skate as a hobby ... now employed at Hazel Atlas loVAUGHN ALLEN Bonnie Pretty cool Hates early rising, particularly for school quite a collector of horse statues at home in the water plans to be a telephone operator active in girls' basketball and volleyball Spring Play SARA JANE AlOlA Sally Oh, how cute! Thinks it's nice for Rose to have the car . .. dislikes running for street cars nice personality quiet plans to be a secretary . . . Y-Teens, Ushers, Junior Secretarial Club, Spring Play secretary to Mr. McCarreIl-oh! those report cards to type! DOLORES JEAN AI.SKO Dolly Probably or something A very sweet brunette hates to write letters bakes lots of chocolate cakes for Fred has chosen the library field for her career likes to procrastinate Ushers, Junior Secretarial Club, Sorores Club, Library Council president, yearbook staff Roseau c. ANTHONY Agony Time for bed Favorite pastime is driving seems to have a dislike for teachers likes aviation and looks forward to being a pilot for Air Force now working for Hazel Atlas JOSEPH ARENA Joe What!! Looking forward to joining the Navy hunting and fishing interest him hates to get up in the morning likes that last period study hall-any reason, Joe? l.OlS JEAN ARENA Jeanne Any mail today, Mom? Dependable-writing letters occupies her spare time she also likes to receive mail hates homework active in Library Council Murphy's employs her on Saturdays hopes to be happily married . .. Junior Secretarial Club, band, Y-Teens, homeroom officer, student secretary Wll.l.lAM ARNETT Bill Yea! l believe you Has a real ambition-that of paying Uncle Sam 550,000 income tax likes to sleep late-which accounts for his pet peeve-getting up in the morning quiet assuming served as reporter on school paper JOYCE BAKER Red 111-omn Looks forward to owning a Cadillac and a mink coat .. likes to eat lemons fughli ' T9 Sta rs of '53 Stars of '53 NORMAN BAKER Norm You're a dandy Athletically interested in wrestling, 'Foot- ball,!and baseball found himself a wife last summer interested in ma- chines working now at Hazel -TT2 FREDERICK J. BANE Fred Mercy, mercy! Wrestling tan wants to be an elec- trician not fond of algebra class likes to hunt and to sleep employed at Atlas BONNIE ANN BARR BeBe Aw! you're kidding me Pleasant disposition likes to write letters Mr. Boak's secretary plans to get some sort of office work in June likes to eat Usher Club, G. A. A., Junior Secretarial Club My Gravy WILLIAM PAUL BARNES Bill Jiminy Christmas Quite the seller of football programs . . . hopes to become an aeronautical engi- neer stage manager of Senior Play interested in basketball AND Carol . . . Key Club IDA MINNERVA BEBOUT Icl Favorite pastime-dancing . . . hates any- thing to do with school now working at Washington Hospital girls' volley- ball and basketball teams Junior Sec- retarial Club, Senior Mixed Chorus hopes to be happy SHIRLEY BEBOUT WILLIAM M. BELCASTRO Cas Chose a wedding band instead of gradu- I don't believe it qtioni Sports editor of newspaper . . . wants to write books and see the world dis- likes hillbilly music enioys reading and eating works 'For Nickles' Bakery LOIS BELL Kid l don't know about you Always friendly pretty eyes in- terested in band . . . Student Council sec- retary May Queen attendant in 10th and l2th grades has a nice collection of horse statues interested in girls' sports . .. Sorores Club, Junior Secretarial Club will make a good secretary SHIRLEY BELL 5I1irI HILDA MAE BILBY Bae Oh, sl'1ucksl TWG Nice personality . . . hates preiudice . . . Obiects to any kind of homework . . . hopes to live on a farm likes to play bowling enthusiast plans to be a the piano Library Council, Junior Sec- Florence Nightingale likes music retarial Club, Camera Club, Y-TGGHS 20 SHIRLEY BODENHEIMER Boots l wish . . . Quiet, unassuming .. , likes to skate and swim looking forward to a nursing career now employed at Washing- ton Hospital likes bookkeeping class f?D . . . homeroom officer FRANK BONUS BoBo What'cha going to do, governor? Getting up early annoys him wishes he could make lots of money likes food, sleeping, sports, and Mr. McGlum- phy likes to tish President of Stu- dent Council, W Club, homeroom officer, football, baseball, track-placed on first team Post Gazette and Sun Tele WPIAL Seniors RALPH BOONE Ike Just once! l I One in a million-likes English! look- ing forward to getting out of school dark and handsome quite a capable athletic trainer-football, wrestling, and track Key Club, W Club teams, and 3rd team, All State RONALD G. BRADEN Rock Hi Babe! Getting up in the morning annoys him, but he'll do it every morning to go fish- ing likes to hunt also would like to get a good iob participates in baseball and track WILLIAM BRANER Bill Yea-yea! Claims all females annoy him plans to be All American football is his chief like spends spare time fishing first team spot on Sun Tele and Post Gazette WPIAL teams and honorable men- tion on All State .,. 1, ,,,. ,,. ,, . ALBERTA SAULENE BROWN Saul RICHARD BROWN Dick ALFRED BRUNO Turkey Like you know Faithful member of Y-Teens dislikes getting up in the morning special in- terest in dancing and skating football games also attract . . . expects to become a teacher . . . Sketch 81 Craft Club, Silver- She's my girl Member of track team . .. calls Vera his She's my neighbor Doesn't like people who try to agitate girl works at Tygart Valley en- him wants to become a plumber . .. ioys his work, especially pay day . . . dislikes school ambition is to buy his own home n is now an apprentice likes athletics, especially football and wrestling Stu- dent Council tones, Spring Play, girls' sports BETTY BRYANT Ruth Plans to become a housewife Cwonder who's the lucky man?J . .. ls very fond of all girls' sports TV is a pleasant hobby . . . Lincoln Y-Teens, G. A. A. BARBARA BRYSON Bobbie Come on now Despises to be called Red special interest-dancing employed at Cald- well's active in many organizations- Sorores, Go-To-College Club, Ushers, Mod- ern Foreign Language Club, Library Council, Y-Teens, Mixed Chorus Charlotte in Senior Play aims to become a Spanish translator Seniors BETTY JEAN BURCH Jeanie God bless all Seems to get along with everyone would like to study beauty culture . . . likes to play the piano . . . has a nice collection of travel pictures . . . Sketch and Craft Club EARL BURCH Berkel Stupid Joker Dancing is a favorite pastime basketball team dis- likes schcol likes to dream of how to get rich without working seems quite interested in his buddy's girl JOAN BURCH .lo That's cute Doesn't like to see students put an their coats before assembly is over has a collection of pictures likes to cook plans to become a beautician . .. Library Club JANE BURNS Janie That's a mirage People who think they are better than others aggravate Janie spends most of her summer at the swimming pool . .. employed at Valentine Pharmacy .. , looks forward to graduation hopes to attend college Go-To-College Club, Sorores Club, Ushers KENNETH BURT Ken That's it Despises agitators likes everything in general played Alkali Al in Senior Plav . . wants to enter the dramatic field . em lo ed . - . - P Y at Hazel Atlas No. I plant . . . dancing and girls interest him . . . band, Camera Club BRENT CAIN TNerB I688 Seems to dislike Kats immensely . . . hopes that travel will some day take him to far ol? places . . . quite a sports cn- thusiast main interest is girlswalthough he is quite shy. EDWARD CARROLL Ed Watsa matter with you' Wants to become famous . . . doesn't like Kats who aggravate him ...likes nothing better than popular music JOHN CELANI Big John Ain't done it yet His life so tar is tied up in sports ... plans to become a his- tcry teacher spends a lot of time with Eileen the bi . . . . . . g wheel of 313 . . . W Club, Student Council, Mixed Chorus, Spring Play, football, track PETE CELANI Ju Want to do me a favor? Another of the Celani boys is upset by the cracking of chewing gum sports participant plans on a future with Arlene hopes to be happily married American Legion award in Bth grade W Club, Mixed Chorus, Spring Play, football, track VICTORIA D. CLAY Vicky HRUHH A rather shy person whose ambition is to be happy collects photographs of movie stars . . . dislikes persons who interrupt a conversation is interested in becoming a teacher seems to like a person named Nicky Mod- ern Foreign Language Club A 22 Sta rs oi '53 DONALD CONNELLY Don No kidding An ardent football fan who also likes to play the game doesn't appreciate Mr. McGlumphy's tests hopes to become successful in some business in the future . . , W Club, Spring Play, football, track JOAN COOK Jo And you know ls crazy about skating-and basketball disapproves of people who brag wants to be a good nurse Y-Teens, Spring Play ANTHONY R. CORNETTI Tony l don't care Hates the thought of being called by Uncle Sam delights in late rising spends much of his time listening to popular music likes to dream of becoming a great man W Club, football, wrest- ling RICHARD L. CROWE Dick Where aren't we going? Lists his football activity as his chief like girls that crack chewing gum annoy him always the ioker, he lists his future as being a bum ... W Club, football, wrestling, track ELLEN LOUISE CURCI You know it Has a fine collection of popular records puts people who won't cheer in assemblies on her gripe list hopes to be a good sec- retary . . . Junior Secretarial Club JANEY DELORES DAUGHERTY DeDe That slays me! ls always on the lookout for clever poems collects baby pictures employed at Brown's Boot Shop doesn't ap- preciate big wheels will apply for a iob as a telephone operalor in charge of properties 'For Senior Play JAMES DEAN , Jim Love ya Honored by an Honorable Mention on Associated Press All-State foot- ball team dislikes brains who won't lend nightwork very fond of Barbara enioys dancing W Club, Modern Foreign Language Club ROBERT DeROSE Little Bear Placed on first team All-State and honorable mention Post- Gazette WPIAL football teams a great tease is in- terested in all sports W Club, football, wrestling, track MICHAEL J. DESIDERIO Li!tle Dill That's nice, and why Strong wrestlers are his chief gripe' nothing he likes better than good food and he can cook, too, girls aims to get rich quick . . . W Club, football, wrestling CHARLES W. DILLIE What are going to do? Dislikes people who agitate enioys vacations when he can travel plans to attend college Little President staff, Mixed Chorus, Spring Play 23 f' Stars of '53 FRANCIS DOLLISH WILLIAM R. DONAHUE Bill FRANK A. DURBIN Chunk One of our quiet boys top scholastic Looks ahead to June and graduation See you tonight student the proud possessor of a but hates the thought of the draft Loves to sleep therefore detests alarm well-stocked stamp album intends to next to eating, he likes his hobby of clocks wants to find a stray million be a chemist is greatly interested in woodworking . . . now employed at dollars or two in June . . . intrigued by science secretary of Key Club, Vice Hazel No. I photography President of Senior Class GEORGE N. DYER Take it easy Blinky Has trouble keeping quiet in class hates alarm clocks his big interest is sports--basketball and track intends to join the Navy in June Key Club, Spring Play, track, reserve basketball JUDITH ANN EASTERBROOK Easty Gee Dad! Makes friends easily dislikes cow- boy drivers a music lover--particu- larly vocal is glad when school stops and the swimming pool opens looks forward to a career in either music or business ... G. A. A., Junior Secretarial Club BARBARA ELLIOTT Babe DICK FERGUSON Fergie RUTH FLANAGAN Ruthie GO l10me, boy, YOU'I'e crazy! Quiet but nice ... despises D. A.'s ... All rightee! Doesn't like people who talk about others is enthusiastic about all sports ...refuses Dislikes school snobs writes scads of is crazy about horseback riding to get up early admits his main in- letters wants to work at Bell Tele- one of our peppy cheerleaders ioins terest is loating ambition is to make phone after graduation G.A. A. others in a desire to graduate plans good after graduation to attend college Library Council, Modern Foreign Language Club, Y-Teens, Go-To-College Club EDITH FLEET Shorty SONDRA LEE FLETCHER Soni Oh Fe Fum Likes to leave nebby people alone keeps up to date on the fashion trends has good taste when it comes to clothes ... likes to dance ... wants most of all to be a nurse Y-Teens, G. A. A., home room secretary 24 No kidding! Refuses to get up early contented either on the dance floor or the swim- ming pool eating is her favorite pas- time wants to be a success Y- Teens, Sorores Club, Junior Secretarial Club, Spring Play, 'l0th Grade Y-Teen Sweetheart BERNARD GARRETT Berni l'm goin' home early tonight Doesn't like French ll would like to see the world Buick hardtops hold a particular fascination goes in seri- ously for sleeping RALPH P. GEHO Like most of his classmates he hates homework . . . our scientist who dotes on physics experiments labors willingly on model airplanes wants to be an engineer GLADYS GAYLE GIBSON Gay PiFfIe Dislikes snobs .. . has sparkle and beauty plans to become a registered nurse lists three special hobbies-basket ball, swimming, and drawing Sor- ores Club, Ushers, Go-To-College Club, Glee Club, Y-Teens, May Queen attendant in 9th grade, treasurer of Student Coun- cil, co-editor of yearbook, Senior Play, Spring Play JAMES LYLE GOSS l'm gonna beat Has an active inte employed at forward to being varsity wrestling RUTH OTHELIA DELORES GARRISON Do Don't worry about it lt annoys her to have to work looks forward to a career in nursing . . . likes to eat collects pictures intramural volleyball, basketball PETER GEORGE Seniors CLAUDE GEARY Doggy Get out of my face, man Dislikes two-faced women . . . likes sports his hobby, collecting coins would like to be a successful business man band Pete Nothing funny but your face Even at this point he hasn't learned to like school claims he intends to de- crease the teacher shortage by one .. has decided that girls aren't so bad RICHARD GILES Dick Shame on you Despises the army before he gets there would like to inherit a million dol- lars says women are his first love LEROY GORDON Sure! Sure! Stops existing and starts living as soon as it's hunting season employed at Hazel Atlas .. . member of football squad ... plans to travel far and near ... track and football Jumbo YG rest in making money Hazel Atlas looks a success in life SHIRLEY ANN GRAFF Shirl How cute People who think they are better than others aggravate her loves dancing and swimming plans to become an efficient secretary flagswinger in band, Y-Teens, Spring Play, girls' sports Seniors JACK GRANCHELLI No kidding Has a very definite dislike for getting up in the morning always been interested in music . .. claims his main interest is beautiful girls likes to draw will devote his future to music band, Spring Play MELVIN GRAY Firpo Love ya! Afraid the draft board will catch him interested in making money without working enioys dancing W Club, Mixed Chorus, wrestl'ng, Spring Play JOSEPHINE ANN GRUDI Jo Oh, Gee! Our quiet assemblies get on her nerves wants to be a happy and good housewife for Bill likes to curl up with a good book surprsied everyone after Christmas by displaying a wedding band Library Club, Junior Secretarial Club, Camera Club president, Y-Teens, treasurer of Senior Class ROBERT HAINES Popeye How about that! Has good taste in choosing clothes has an ardent interest in football likes all sports . . . is interested in going to col- lege and becoming a success . . . W Club, Student Council, foot- ball ANN C. HALL Annie Never Dreams of an Utopia where one doesn't get up until noon has a yen for writ'ng poetry would like to be a typist Y-Teens, Spring Play, Senior Chorus, girls' sports BARBARA HARRIS Barb Oh, sure Loathes tests has a hankering for travel . .. explores new realms through books employed by G. C. Murphy Edith in Senior Play a future nurse Usher, Y-Teens, Spring Play PEGGY HARTON Peggy .lo You know Abhcrs people who act smart ... likes to relax with a good book ... hopes to be an airline hostess G.AiA. Council, girls' sports en- thusiast BERNARD WALLACE HENDERSON Bernie Don't tell me! Dislikes bad drivers interested in the new cars his hobby, collecting Indian pennies, is worth something won't be satisfied until he has a law degree DAVID HENDERSON Skitch l don't go for that Sports are tops with him-also ett . . . a varsity basketball player waits for spring-and baseball time plays shortstop col- lects pennants as a hobby dislikes girls who gossip about boys plans a career in athletics W Club, Student Council, Senior' Mixed Chorus, Spring Play WAYNE HENDERSON Shame on You! Puts girls first on his list of likes dislikes boys with Toni permanents employed at Hazel Atlas 172 plans to become a bricklayer 26 WILLIAM E. HENRY Bill Oh, Heck Friendliness a-plenty Wes in Senior Play .. . dislikes cats ftwo- legged onesj .. . makes photography his hobby .. . likes the women , . . wants to be another Rockefeller Key Club, Modern Foreign Language Club, business manager of yearbook JEAN HICKMAN You dumbhead! A sports enthusiast enioys playing softball, basketball and volleyball has no nickname and HATES Jeannie has her eye on graduation day ... G. A. A. JAMES HOLSTON Jim Take it easy Doesn't think there is enough homework??? . .. employed at lsaly's and dipping those delicious ice cream cones is his hobby likes girls . .. wants to be a pharmacist ... W Club, football ROBERT HOWARD Sluggo That's your boy Doesn't like to have to concentrate on school work can't get enough money goes in for hunting wild game track . .. hopes to make good . . . W Club, Key Club, S. O. S. JAMES HOY .lim That's a blast President of Senior Class vice president of Student Council .. this keeps Jim iumping good natured with a contagious smile . .. hobby is spcrts American Legion Award football, W Club, 5.0. S., Yearbook staff Spring Play plans to attend college MARY ELAINE HUGHES Murt l'll iitz you Doesn't like to go to bed has varied interests like horse- back riding and swimming likes horses so much she wants to own a small horse ranch in Arizona . . . Glee Club, Spring Play NANCY A. IAMS Nan I got a letter Likes to visit the skating rink enjoys week'ends much more than school days . .. employed at West Side Market hopes to become a housewife JAMES V. INTERVAL Junie Let's make the rounds, Joe A competent drummer in the band likes wrestling wrestles in the I27 Tb, weight hopes to go to college . . . W Club, band LILLY LENORE IRWIN Lennie You don't know, do you? Dislikes smart people ... prefers swimming and dancing for amuse- ment eating is her chief interest-also likes just to loaf plans a secretarial career ' JAMES JACOBS Bones How are you? Dreams up unusual reasons for early clismissals dislikes the new haircut for girls always tinkering with cars em- ployed at Petitt's Service Station hopes to travel band 27 Stars of '53 ,sf 5 Stars of '53 ELEANOR JANKOWSKI Peewee GUY JARDINE Curly EVELYN JOHNSON Sally ls that for real? That really kicks mel Sol Would like to abolish home work Could do without studying anxiously ls allergic to school enioys writing collects pictures spends spare time awaits the lunch bell active in Stu- letters to a certain Marine student skating, dancing, and talking fu- dent Council Count in Senior Play secretary band, Junior Secretarial ture number please girl Junior Secre- hopes to be a successful millionaire Club wants to be a telephone oper- tarial Club Spring Play S. O. S., Key Club, Boys Camera ator Club, Spring Play PORTIA LYNN JOHNSON I care a lot At home in the swimming pool doesn't like people who always want THEIR way works at Murphy's plans to be an X-ray technician Little President staff, Y-Teens CARMELETA MAE JONES Carmie Be good One of the Silvertones . . . two big 'favor- ites are dancing and eating could do without unpleasant people . . . pretty voice would like to be a professional singer active in Y-Teens, Go-To-Col- lege, and G.A.A. clubs ' i l i HARVEY M. KAUFMAN Sid ZOE LORAINE KERN ou MARIE KIMBROUGH Dimpy nd F 35 l I. Ain't you 'bout a bird That's it-you got it ' Seems to have a one-track mind-the track being between Washington and Beaver Falls .. . and it all centers around a gal by the name of Peggy plans to be a metallurgical engineer You're out of your head Student secretary enioys skating and driving in her spare time dislikes school snobs already has a secre- tarial iob Y-Teens, Junior Secretarial Club reading doesn' HAROLD KING Donuts LOIS ELAINE KINNAN Lo Come on, George Alrighty Manager of the baseball team dis- Loves to eat-but never gains weight likes chasing baseballs ... admires reads in her spare time ... could do with- Popeye Haines' long hair likes to out open windows on cold days go hunting plans on being a 'future wants to be a music teacher Senior admiral for the fleet . . . will never need Chorus, Junior Secretarial Club elevated shoes ' 28 . . . I out loud in movies Enioys traveling spends a lot of time like people who talk a future teacher MARILYN RUTH KLINZING Marty You don't say Just loves to eat spends her spare time roller skating thinks week-ends are the nicest part of school is going to be a future airline hostess Y-Teens, Ushers, Junior Secretarial Club PHYLLIS KNOX Phyl Oh, heck! Can't stand getting up early enioys eating .. .an industrious person who likes to sew in her spare time . .. can't decide between becoming a secretary or a telephone operator Usher Club, Y- Seniors JAN KOONTZ Ox Don't ever try it Could do without people who slam car doors two big favorites are girls and running around wants to be success- ful and happy Key Club president, football, track, basketball, W Club Teens, Library Council, Club JUNE KOONTZ You know The other twin dislikes people who never finish what they start to say likes to dance and listen to music . .. effi- ciency plus ... plans to enter college ... Sorores Club president . . . Yearbook edi- tor active in Y-Teens, Ushers, and Go- To-College Clubs, Glee Club, Spring Play Junior Secretarial ROSALIE C. KOTCHER You know how it is Votes against book reports go for a guy named Don .. sew for a pastime a future F. B. l. is for her Y-Teens . room officer Ro seems to likes to with the . home- MARGARET l.aBEll.A Margy Friendly-unassuming isn't happy with home work enioys people spends spare time baking and reading would like to be an airline hostess president of Junior Secretarial Club, HELEN PAULINE LANG Polly Oh, dear! Doesn't like people who lie writes many letters expects to be a tele- phone operator reserve cheer- leader student secretary Y-Teens MARYLOU LAWSON Loulou Don't start that again Doesn't like home work devotes much of her time to cooking and dancing collects pictures wants to graduate ... Spring Play Usher Club, Library Council HELENE JOYCE LEVITE Lefty Come on already! Homework gripes her . . . fond of music and television goal in life is to be a singer on television Sheriff in Sen- ior Play Spring Play, Ushers, Junior Secretarial Club 29 CARL LOANE You know Member of our famous band school really annoys him . . . collects telephone numbers looks forward to gradua- tion day wants to marry a man rich wo- Seniors JOHN LONG Jerk Man, Oh Man! Girls who give you an argument gripe him two big favorites are sharp cars and sharp girls a spare-time sleeper hopes to graduate from college football homeroom officer Spring Play SHIRLEY RUTH MacKENZIE Hello there, Fuzzy Money braggers aggravate her chief like is Hooker spends spare time swimming and dancing plans to be an airline stewardess . . . reserve cheerleader . .. Bimsie in Sen- ior Play Y-Teens, Junior Secretarial Club, Chorus, Spring Play MARIANNE MAGNONE Mag Honest to Pete!!! Loves to dance dislikes agitators has quite a collection of favors never a dull moment with Mag around will enter the field of nursing Little President staff Usher, Library Council, Spring Play HARRY MALONE Bolio You'll live Quite fond of money agitators gripe him hunting and fishing occupy his spare time employed at YMCA goal in life is to be a chemist THOMAS HILL MALONEY Tom The Pride of 405 likes custom cars French verbs annoy him immensely , .. collects coins for something special . . . hopes to marry Miss America CAROL ANN MANES Etta you mean! An authority on the latest hits could do without Spanish collects miniature dogs and horses will be a good airline hostess Go-To-College Club, Modern Foreign Lan- guage Club, Library Council, Y-Teens, Spring Play, Senior Chorus SUZANNE MANNING Sue Care a lot Dislikes people who don't practice what they preach lists dancing and swimming as her hobbies big favorites are men and money hopes to go to airline school Y-Teens, Chorus, Spring Play WILLIAM MARTIN Wild Bill FIipped his Iid Belongs to band ... claims girls as his 'first interest ... dreams of a school without studies an automobile fan wants to find a million dollars LEON MATHIS Withdrew from school in December to enter the service of Uncle Sam SAM MAWHINNEY Bwana I'm gonna study tonite Sleeping in class occasionally results in trouble allergic to all sorts of work .. . employed at Hazel Atlas -Fl-'2 . . . hopes to become a forest ranger . . . dislikes French 30 Sta rs of '53 WALTER H. MAZE Fatboy Yea Man A first with him is women school annoys him spends spare time sleeping employed at Tygart Valley Glass Company aims to retire early in life ... baseball, basketball EDWARD MCCAUSLAND Serk H3027-J, Hi Brent Sports and the outdoors rank high with him-girls, also dislikes kats hopes to travel Little President staff, S. O. S. Club ANITA LOUISE McCOMBS Micky Dear John Could do without dull assemblies collects movie books, stamps, and dolls homeroom officer plays basketball and volleyball now employed at Citizens Water Company active in Usher and Junior Secretarial Clubs JOHN McCRACKEN Johnny Ace M-m I don't know Likes money lwho doesn'tJ . . . disapproves of unbuttoned shirts ... enjoys traveling ... employed at Duncan Miller ... would like to be an interior decorator VIRGINIA MCCULLOUGH Ginger That helps Steers clear of wheels Mike is her heart throb collects pic- tures of dogs wants to be a success in life G. A. A., Ushers, Mixed Chorus, Spring Play HARRY McCUE'RY Buddy Kid me more Likes to loaf seems to like a gal named Lauretta having less school would meet with his approval em- ployed at O'Leary's store iust wants to be successful in the future ... band, wrestling GILBERT L. McDONOUGH Gil Wants to abolish school work enioys most sports employed at Acme aim: to obtain an M. D. degree likes gfrls band WILLIS McELRAVY Willie Know you go Lists hobbies as: eat, sleep, and play basketball obiects to a 5th period class would be satisfied to live for a long, long time . . . football manager EUNICE RAY McMURRAY Eunie That'll be good Latin translations bore her loves skating and dancing has lots of fun expects to prepare for a nursing career chorus, Y-Teens, Sorores Club, Spring Play, maiorette WILLIAM R. McVEHlL Pickles How are you Reads so much sports news that he's an authority on thc statistics his home room annoys him wants to be a second Mel Allen . , . Little President staff, football 31 Seniors LEWIS McVICKER Lou CAROLYN LOUISE McWHORTER Cal Ahhh! Yea Definitely Belongs to the band wishes his teach- Seems to dislike shorthand class l'kes ers would let him sleep in study hall ,. spends spare time listening to music .. hopes to dodge Uncle Sam to dance is interested in a secretar- ial position Y-Teens, Junior Secre- tarial Club .IANE McWREATI'l .lania That's your business Two favorites are traveling and spending money horses are a hobby with her looks forward to being a success Go-To-College Club, Y-Teens, Glee Club, Reserve Cheerleader, Little President Staff ROBERT EDWIN MERRITT Carrot' Sticks Wow!! Likes girls and classy cars always on time for meals plays church dartball doesn't like someone to interrupt a conversation wants to be either a successful doctor or dentist band AUDREY ANN MICHALEK Aud Dislikes so-called wheels always attends the wrestling matches Go-To- College Club president, active in Sorores, Library, Y-Teens, Junior Secretarial Club, Mixed Chorus, Spring Play PAUL W. MILLER Moothy Go way, boy, go way Interested in basketball and baseball likes math wishes he had a car, so he wouldn't have to walk to school hopes to go to college Spring Play MARY NICOLELLA Short and sweet . RICHARD G. MILLER Dick l'm sorry I lost my head Congenial lad-likes everything working annoys him employed at Atlas his ambition, a nice home, nice wife, and nice children Senior Play RALPH NOACK does many things ARLENE MOORE Ar Gee Whiz! .lu is first with her dislikes kids who don't cheer has an unusual collec- tion-wishbones looks 'forward to marriage .. . May Queen, Football Queen, Cheerleader, Modern Foreign Language Club president, Mixed Chorus, Spring Play Shorty What am I to do about it? well likes to listen to music aims to be a success head usher, Junior Secretarial Club, Girls' Camera Club, Go- To-College Club, Student Council A quiet guy whose interests lean toward wrestling and mechanics don't let that nickname fool you it's a naval career 'For him l.ll.l.lAN D. NORRIS Sis lt's pathetic She'd rather do without that 2nd period geography class has a 'Fine collection of miniature dogs plans to become a kindergarten teacher GUST PANAGIOTIS Gus Get the facts Plays baritone in the band attended district band goes in for eating and fishing pet peeve: too much lip . .. has two interests-college and then music director ROBERT E. PATTEN Yea! Man Girls are a passing interest plays trumpet in the band .. . enjoys 5th period band dislikes English class wants to make good in the Navy Hotrod OLGA PETRONKA Hm-m-m boy! I like it A cute blonde maiorette spends her spare time dancing and skating dis- likes big wheels collects photo- graphs to become a secretary is her aim ... Y-Teens, G. A. A., and Junior Sec- retarial Club E JAMES PALFREYMAN .lim Go, boy, go One of the tall set is all for school without books employed at Tygart Valley pay day comes tirst with him expects to become a machinist No kidding pharmacy school ROBERT MORROW PAUI. Emil You like? Wants one of those get rich quick deals -then retire at 30 dislikes to get up early in the morning girls seem to be his chief interest . . . band CoCo JOHN C. PETTIT What? ? ? book Staff 33 Seniors RICHARD l. PAll.l Dick Gucha Dick seems to be quite a ladies' man editor of our school paper devotes spare time to taking movies can't stand show-offs hopes to become a pharmacist Spring Play, band EDWARD F. PARCHA Eddie Enioys band wants to abolish home- work gets a lot of fun out of hobby of model railroading wants to enter GEORGE G. PETERS Jerry Swab Jockey Doesn't care for Spanish but sure loves T-bone steaks . .. works at Peters Garage hopes to become a 'Forest ranger . . . Modern Foreign Language Club, band Johnny Nightwork doesn't interest him but the girls do! likes sharp cars but plays nursemaid to his Bucket of Bolts ... has high hopes of becoming a success- ful lawyer Key Club, S. O. S., Year- Seniors RICHARD PIATT Dick His present ambition is to get out of school could second year Spanish be the reason? likes motor boating it's vacations and sleep that mean the most to Dick ... S. O. S. Club ROBERT PIATT Jughead Now enrolled at Kiski PEARL ANN POLINSKI Peaches Cause Winning smile . . . likes dancing, swimming, and boys from Canons- burg dislikes people who won't talk now employed at Wash- ington Hospital sure to be a capable secretary student sec- retary to Mr. Biss ... Junior Secretarial Club EDWARD C. POPECK Pecker What say Doll J'Shady characters provoke him swims or plays miniature golf in his spare time ambition is to become an airline pilot BERNARD C. PORTO Bernie i ' Hey 'Seck' - Gets along well with everyone can't stand smart guys dan- A , . clng, swimming, and playing the piano take up his spare time it's - ,,, I, . t I engineering or commercial art after June . . . W Club, football, wrest- S -,, ' i K I ling, Student Council, Spring Play g , ' , mci-man F. Pkesro attack 1 A' ::': A Don't get smart 1 A 2 -.:' 7i'- 2 six z Puts thumbs clown on any kind of night work . . . interested in xx A iiii in X, 3 sports-particularly football . . . tops with him are clothes and X EM, RQ I I Joan wants to live a long, healthful, and happy life. ARLENE QUEER Lenie lt's pathetic Another of our married classmates her hubby comes first hopes to be a good wife has quite a collection of dogs .. conceitecl people annoy her . . . Y-Teens JANETGAIL REICHART JayGee l can iust telI'f Nice to know on her list of favorites are dancing and watching wrestling matches can't stand people who are f'catty maiorette plans to attend Grove City College Sorores Club, Go-To-College Club, Y-Teens, Library Coun- cil, Spring Play JOYCE RENZ Joy There is no percentage in that Plays the piano for relaxation dancing and swimming appeal to her-but not getting up early in the morning . . . hopes to be an effi- cient secretary ... Usher Club, Mixed Chorus, Spring Play PAUL RISBIN Buzz Love you Proud of his convertible doesn't care for stuck-up girls or work wants a system of getting rich without working loves to get in a good game of basketball or baseball Baseball, W. Club 34 GLADYS M. RITCHIE Gladdie I don't believe it A pretty blonde doesn't care for agitators enthusiastic about collecting souvenirs with her personality, she'll be a success Y-Teens, Little President Staff, May Queen attendant RICHARD L. ROSS Dick What is this? The shy type? likes the sound of the 3:35 bell wise guys and agitators annoy him he'll forsake his trumpet to make a million dollars band, Spring Play JOAN ROUPE Jailhouse Oh! Nice to know collects miniature bottles aggravators irk her . .. loves to dance . .. her nickname hails from her residence-for she's the warden's daughter wants to be a stenotypist or reserva- tionist Go-To-College Club, Y-Teens, Usher, Junior Secretarial Club, Spring Play NORMA EILENE ROWELL Norm This'll be good Has beautiful red hair votes against sales talks in busi- ness English Chuck is tops with her will make a good secretary Sorores Club, Y-Teens, Glee Club, Junior Secre- tarial Club, Maiorette, Spring Play JOSEPH Rueeleno Rugged Gonna mildew, Reverend Versatile . . . early rising is not for him missing classes seems to be his hobby wants to take life easy football, wrestling, track Spring Play, W Club, Key Club, Student Councfl, Mixed Chorus LLOYD L. RUSH Rash Hey Seckl Swell guy ... weight lifting is his hobby ... can't stand teach- ers main interest is wrestling-therefore his ambition is to become a wrestling coach he and June are inseparable ...wrestling-145 lbs., W Club vice president AMY ELIZABETH SALSBERRY Bubbles What do ya want, a medal Liked by all doesn't care for geography collects old Bibles for a hobby would like to become a nurse . . . Senior class sec- retary, Little President staff, Y-Teens, Junior Secretarial Club, Band, May Queen attendant, Spring Play SARA LEE SCOTT Sally Now, l just don't know High on the honor list unexpected tests annoy her enioys listening to popular music . .. loves to drive . . . its college 'for her in September . .. Sorores Club, Go-To-College Club, Y-Teens, band. Little President staff, Spring Play DAVID L. SELWAY Dick Look at that. Wow! First half of the tall, dark, and handsome duo . .. doesn't go for shy girls tops with him is Babe plays the piano has high hopes of becoming a pianist .IOHN A. SELWAY Jack Go blow! Second half also plays the piano doesn't like bashful girls . . . would like to become master of the 88 35 Sta rs of '53 Stars of '53 BARBARA E. SEAVY For heaven's sake Always laughing . . . taboo with her and classical music interested in the latest styles in clothes hopes to be a success Junior Secretarial Club nBobn CATHERINE SIMS stuck-up people are likes both popular Club LORETTA JEAN SITKA Babe No kidding Came from Redstone in Senior year where she was Tri-Hi-Y secretary and member of the Glee Club assistant head ma- iorette for Redstone, maiorette for us, too Dick is first in her life swim- ming and ice skating fill her spare mo- ments seems to dislike one of our teachers Y-Teens hopes to be an airline hostess Do ya blame me? One of our student secretaries never tires of driving Bob's car-or Bob dislikes school snobs plans to attend college and marry Bob some day Senior Play, Y-Teens, Junior Secretarial Cathy No kiddin' Chorus HAROLD E. SMITH Bless your little pointed head Enioys traveling and music belongs to one of our musical groups, the Senior Mixed Chorus gives Spanish as his main gripe goal in life is to graduate from college MARY JOANN SPATAFORE Spatty UmAm-m-m boy A very sports minded girl hates talk- ing during band likes band, with boys and writing to pen pals close seconds Junior Secretarial Club treasurer, stu- dent secretary to Mr. Harding, hopes to become a lawyer's secretary band, G. A. A. N1 M NANCY ANN steep Piggie Gimme time CLAIR CAMPBELL STEPHENS Took Who? me or him? A boy who definitely likes girls par- ticipated in football, track and basket- ball employed at Lydic Printing Com- pany enioys traveling-but sees hirn- self as a state policeman W Club, Mixed Chorus, Key Club Chief likes are swimming and skating- also dancing has quite u collection of horse statues dislikes getting up in the morning employed at Wash- ington Hospital-and by a strange coin- cidence-plans to be a nurse Senior Chorus, Spring Play i1Mercyf1 Usher Club CONSTANCE ANN STEPHENS Connie Etta gonna do? People who agitate are her main dislike music and swimming rate high, so does dancing writes for Little Presi' dent intends to become an airline stewardess Y-Teens, Go-To-College Club, Usher Club, Library, Chorus, Spring Play DONNA EILEEN SIMS Don Chief likes are dancing and ood often seen as an usher lists getting up in the morning as pet peeve am bition is to be a secretary Mixed NORMA JEAN STEELE G G Sports rate high with her kids that complain about a little gym exercise her pet peeve . . . busy in homeroom as secretary and on pragram committee likes driving and dancing already happily married to Marv G A A JAMES RICHARD STRAWN Dick Etta you care? Likes music and girls . .. goes in for hunt- ing and fishing track always heard complaining about Spanish class .. . wants to graduate .. . Chorus, Mod- ern Foreign Language Club, S. O. S. CYPRIAN J. SULC Zip Jughead, don't go so fast! Although he likes hot rodding, his chief gripe is fast drivers favorite pas- time is avoiding the State Police if he finds the time he would like to finish his trip to California Seniors BARBARA JEAN SWART Barb Did I get any maiI? Quite a sports lover likes Pete and home cooking spends spare time writing to Pete dislikes prevaricators chooses nursing for her profession Usher, Y-Teens, Junior Secretarial JUNE EILEEN SWART .lunie Tough Often seen with a shorthand book spends extra time dancing and swimming likes wrestling-why? hates glasses adds to band as 'flag swing- er would like to be a model or go to college Junior Secretarial Club, Y-Teens, Ga-To-College Club, Chorus, Spring Play, Senior Play Club CHARLOTTE ANN THOMAS Char Seen driving about town during the sum- mer vacation plays basketball and volleyball her pet peeve is those Spanish tests . . . wants to put her hob- by of drawing to work, by making good as an artist Sketch and Craft Club president, Camera Club JAMES LEROY THOMAS Jimmy Shoot Ya Although he dislikes work, he is em- ployed at Carl's Dairy Bar cars and girls seem to occupy his time even though one of his pet peeves is school, he wants to graduate . ,. member of the band LILA JOANNE THOMAS I Iike Bookkeeping is a favorite with her loves to dance when she has lime boys who don't dance make her angry . . . wants to be a good telephone oper- ator Y-Teens, Junior Secretarial Club, band, Library Council SHIRLEY ANN THOMAS I know what you mean Enioys skating plays basketball and' volleyball one thing that irks her is to have nebby people around . . . hopes to make the best decision for the future JERALD LEE THOMPSON Jerry What do you want me to do about it? Two main interests are Shirley and swim- ming .. . likes writing when he has some leisure time , .. thoroughly dislikes people who say something they don't mean plans for the future include Shirley-after Uncle Sam discharges him CAMILLO M. TRAPUZZANO Trap of Modern Foreign Language Member Club girls are his chief like found working at the Basie reserve foot- ball . .. a sports enthusiast plans to eliminate nightwork hopes to be a doctor Seniors JEAN V. UMSHARES Jeanie You're ignorant Likes to swim, dance, and sleep . . , people who don't cheer in pep assemblies irritate her writing letters takes up spare time goal in life is to get married . . . cheerleader, G,A.A., Junior Sec- retarial Club RUTH UMSHARES Pudge Hey, Susie, you still here? Intramural sports of basketball, volleyball, badminton, and table tennis are enioyed hobby is hunting loves to eat ... two-faced people irk her ... plans to go into the field of nursing MARY GRACE VITO Grace Oh, my gosh! Likes nothing better than to listen to records during extra time, she enioys movies and musfc nothing gripes her more than cold weather should make a good secretary Library Council, Junior Secretarial Club ETHEL MAE WAGERS Mae Bookkeeping rates high with her enioys dancing in spare time . . . people who think they're too good to cheer make her angry a high-stepping maiorette a telephone operator is her ambition Y-Teens, Junior Secretarial Club, Library Council, Sorores, Senior Play, Spring Play JOHN WEBER Jack Um-m-m-m, could be Skating is his chief like always finds fault with girls em- ployed at Hazel No. 2 likes to write being on yearbook and Little President stalts should help him to make a career as a re- porter ,.. Key Club CHRISTINE V. WELLS Casey Cool that action! Girls' basketball, volleyball, and softball are her sports in- terests ... likes to lose herself in a good book .., dislikes two- faced people wants nothing more from life than to suc- ceecl ... Y-Teens, G. A. A. HARRY W. WHEELER Don't bother me none Girls are his only interest collects sports pictures enioys dan- cing if anything makes him angry, it's bad drivers hopes to be successful in life . . . track, Hi-Y CAROLYN WHITE ' Poochie You're a case!!! American Legion Award winner in 8th grade especially likes those vacations in Atlantic City enioys skating hates getting up at 7:15 plans to be a psychiatrist Y-Teens, Camera Club, Go-To-College Club SHIRLEY WHITE Sllirl Have any gum? Reading and music rate ace high likes to drive another clerk at Murphy's those shorthand assignments annoy her would like to be successful in life .. . Library Council, Camera Club, Y-Teens, Junior Secretarial Club DAVID E. WILLIAMS Fro Tough, man Photography takes up his spare moments . ,. likes food, swim- ming, football, and baseball P. D. and homework are his chief gripes works at Washington Park in the summer wants to get rich fast Senior Play, Spring Play, Mixed Chorus 9 In 38 l Sta rs of '53 JOAN WILLIAMS Jo You know Donnie is her main interest . . . hobbies are skating and dancing . . . Y-Teen member nothing peeves her more than having to get up in the morning ... has no request from life PATRICIA ANN WILLIAMS Patti Surely Music is her hobby enjoys skating also volleyball V, hopes to be a typist in the future Y-Teens JAMES H. WILSON Jim Where's the boss? He loves to get free gas 5l Studebakers are his pet peeve .. . enioys hunting during free time . . . one of the Hoboes . .. although he is now employed at Hazel Atlas No. I, his main ambition is to get out of the factory CECIL F. WOODBURN .loe What you say, Gun? If there's anything he likes, it's women . . . can't stand people who think they're wheels roller skating is his favorite pastime the Air Force will claim his services after June NANCY ANN YOUNG Nance Phoommmmm Toots seems to have a special place in her affection enioys roller skating and writing to Dutch teenagers if anything gripes this miss, it's television would like to do secretarial work and get married Y-Teens, Glee Club, Junior Secretarial Club, Spring Play JOYCE JOANN ZEBRASKY Jo Oh, cut that out! Student secretary to Mr, Hartman participates in volley- ball and basketball hobbies include reading, baking, dan- cing, and typing Randy and shorthand rate high people who won't speak irk her plans to be a private sec- retary or a WAF Usher Club, Junior Secretarial Club 'k 'Jr 'k 'k -k -k The following pupils of Washington High School are being awarded diplomas through the United States Armed Forces Institute Policy approved by the Ameri- can Council of Education and authorized by the Pennsylvania Department of Public Instruction. William L. Bell Russell W. Bennett John A. Hammond Douglas A. Harman Walter L. Sibert 39 MAY QUEEN Arlene Moore SENIOR ATTENDANTS: Lois Bell Amy Salsberry 40 Long Live The trumpet sounds! The spotlight flashes to the rear of the auditorium and centers on the dramatic first appearance of Queen Arlene Moore. Cameras turn and record her en- trance and that of her court, as they proceed to the stage for the ceremony. Richard Celani, class president, places the crown on the head of our lovely queen, presents her with the royal scepter, and pro- claims her our Academy Award winner of 1953. And so to the strains of Earl Summers orchestra, our dancing continues in truly an ethereal setting of clouds and stars in honor of the Queen. The Queen! Junior Attendants: JoAnne Wright Rebecca Grimes Sophomore Attendants: Sonia Hedberg Arlene Martin Freshman Attendants: Rosaiee Peterson Betty J. Witzeling 8th Grade Attendants Sandra Elias Mary Lou Bonus Supporting Cast and Understudies ff? K X l-. M' DI REUORI President ...,...,..............,....... Richard Celani Vice President .....,... .....,. D ominic Sacco Secretary .,..,........ ,........ N ancy Sharp Treasurer .. .. ...... Connie Andy Biography of the Supporting Cast of 1954 V Boy, oh, boy! now we're real high school stu- dents. That was in the mind of every eighth grader on that September afternoon in 1949. But that build- ing sure did look big! Where did they hide all the rooms? Finding a class eventually became easier though, and we settled down to a routine of classes, sports, and extra-curricular activities. At the close of the year we chose as American Legion Award win- ners: Kay Aber, Sherman Ackerman, Arthur Anderson, Maureen Paustenbach, John Salamone, and Marlene Umphrey. In the Freshman year we found it much simpler to fa-Il into the general routine, and it was quite a change from the preceding term. By the third September studies became harder, but we didn't care. Most of us iust entered more ac- tively into sports, clubs, and musical organizations. Now the largest part of the climb is over. We are Juniors. Just two more years-but still a few im- portant things are ahead. The results of the election for class officers was announced with Richard Celani being named as president, Dominic Sacco, vice presi- dent, Nancy Sharp, secretary, and Connie Andy, treas- urer. We immediately set to work making plans for our annual Junior Prom, which was to be called The Crystal Ball. Our choice for queen was Arlene Moore. Her attendants were Lois Bell and Amy Sals- berry, 12th grade, Rebecca Grimes and JoAnn Wright, iith grade, Sonia Hedberg and Arlene Martin, 'IOth grade, Rosalie Peterson and Betty Witzeling, 9th grade, and Sandra Elias and Mary Lou Bonus, 8th grade. The auditorium was decorated as a sky, and the dan- cers found themselves dancing among the clouds. All in all, it was a big success. But this could not have been so without the help of our advisers, Mrs. Car- michael and Mr. Dupke. The coming year-our last at Wash High-we hope to have marked with success, so that other classes may look upon ours as truly the best. 44 Kay Aber Devonia Adams Helen Alexas Pete Alexas William Aloia Dolores Amon Earl Amos Patty Amos Arthur Anderson George Anderson John Anderson Norma Anderson Constance Andy' Jilda Angelillo Joanne Babbitt Edgar Baldwin William Barrows Angela Bartolott James Baumgartner Betty Beatty Janet Bennett Lois Blacka Joseph Bonus Samuel Bonus Ernestine Booker Robert Bookman James Borden Ingo Borawski Venita Brant Jo h n B rice I Lucien Bright I Lois J. Brightwell K Patricia Brown 0' Shirley Brown J Robert Bruno Catherine Bryant Mary Bungard Frank Bunner Shirley Burke Mona Burkett Carolyn Burkhart Robert Burig Richard Cahill Mike Carmichael Eleanor Capo Richard Celani James Church JoAnn Claltey Mary Jo Cole John Collar , . BQ' X Class of '54 R J :. B - ctf , L X Class of '54 Shirley Collar Joseph Comforl Barbara Conner Irwin Conner Ronald Crook Harry Crosier Elaine D'Agos1ino Edifh Davis Rodney Davis Donald DeSarro James Desmond James Dever Duane Dillie Bryce Dodson Hilda Duke Jack Dulaney Helen Durila Carol Edgar Lona Engle Sally Fair Carole Faust Dolores Fedor Rita Fiorlefta Ronald Fiorleifa James Fordyce Ruth Fordyce Charles Frank Catherine Franklin Robert Frazier Shirley Frye Marjorie Fulton Gloria Garrison David Gault Robert Ghrfst Richard Gloady Flora Gordon Barbara Grandel Donna Gray Jacqueline Gregor Barbara Griffin Joanne Griffin Robert Griffin Carl Grinage Carol Grim Rebecca Grimes Barbara Grimm Janet Grover Mary Hamilton Mona Rufh Hammond William Hammond is if C 3 . swf Supporting Cast Mariorie Harbaugh Elva Hargrove Betty Harris Ella Hartzell Jack Harvey lverna Hatfield Walter Hatfield Harold Headley Ardith Higginbotham David Hill Sarah Hissom Carl Hoy Carol Hughes Myrna Hugi Betty Hull Beverly Humphreys Elinor Hunt Glenn Isiminger Ronald Jackman Shirley Jeffriez Carol Johnson Frank Julian Charles Keeling Shirley Kehn Frank Kern Harriet Kettler Jean Kilgore Carl King James King Phyllis Klinzing Richard Kopko Mary Korte Anna Krzeczowski Richard Kurtz Robert Kuzy Shirley Law Shirley Laws Anna Lewis Myrna Lewis Judy Liggetf Clarence Littell Thomas Logan Glenn Long Charles Loughman Garral Mace Evelyn Maceyko Charles Mack Beverly Monkey Richard Mansfield Louis Marriner Supporting Cast R si .4 A. 1 -.ss Dan Martin Eileen Martin Martha Martin Barre McCIay Barbara McClusky James McDonald Margaret McGrucler Mary Mclntire Marlene McKenzie Thermie McNeal Helen Mesko George Meyer William Meyer Henry Miklic Walter Milam Carl Miller Joann Miller Ted Miller Maureen Minetti Richard Montecalvo Gary Moore Barbara Morgan Allen Murner Patricia Myers Wanda Myers Jean Natoli Patty Lou Neff Marguerite Neil Betty Neilson Arlene Northover Robert Nystrom Virginia Osso Howard Parry Vera Parisse Jack Patterson Mary Ann Patterson Maxine Patterson Howard Pattison Maureen Paustenbaclw Clyde Perry Carolyn Peterson Myra Peters Nick Petronka Marvin Phillips Marion Powelson Donald Presto Ronald Presto Barbara Pryor Nancy Ranegar Myrna Reese Lee Richmond Roberl Robertson Marian Rollins Geraldine Rosello Robert Rubin Joseph Ruffalo Carl Ruffner Phyllis Ruggiero Dominic Sacco John Salamone Caroline Scott Robert Sensky Nancy Sharp Henry Sherman Richard Silvers James Simon Belly Simpson James Sinclair Alice Spencer Beverly Stage Eva Lou Standiford Robert Sfermer Sally Sfewarf Donna Summers Harrie!! Super Carolyn Swaggard Mila Swan Jennie Tallarico John Taylor Eugene Temple Alverla Thomas Lois J. Thomas Lois L. Thomas Emil Tomazin George Tucker Marlene Umphrey Shirley Varner William Varner Wayne Verno Lois Wagner John Walden Claudia Ward Ruth Waychofif Jack Wheatley William Wheeler Doyle Williams Frances Willis Charles Wilson Behy Wise James Wise 'gi if A , gf-s--ef Class of '54 fu Class of '54 Mabel Wise Theodore Wise Alberta Wood Phyllis Wright John Yoders Rose Ann Zambell Tony Zenner Roberf Zollars William Zook Marlene Zullo , H W A 3 , X . W X M, ,A S l 1 l in A 'iii 'f ..:- i -is W gl . ,.' W 3 .N s 'liifu gg K Supporting Cast John Aber Patricia Agnew Donald Ames Frank Amon Shirley Anderson James Archer Kenton Bachman Oda Belle Bailey Sandra Baker James Bane Margaret Barbour Lois Barney Herbert Beatty Judith Bedillion Richard Bell Harold Berdine Mary Birmingham John Bissett Robert Boardley Loretta Bogan Carol Fay Boone Robert Boyko Linda Braden Charles Brager Dorothy Brown Pete Bullotta Mary Campbell Nancy Cancelmi David Carmichael Vincent Caruso Ronald Chicone Walter Christman Albert Cole James Cox Ethel Craig Frank Craig Mary Ellen Craig Frank Crain Richard Crothers Dolores Cunningham Bonnie Curry Ann Dandridge Gladys Davidson JoAnn Davidson Carol Day James DeBolt John DeSensi Glen Dickerson Janice Dilliard Betty DiVincenzo Thomas Dobbie Sylvia Dombrosky Albert Donley Mary Donley Frank Dooley Robert Doria Clara Jean Dorisio Arthur Durham Sandra Ealy Roberta Eckert Supporting Cast Robert Edgar Patricia Elliott Evelyn Engle Joseph Fair Wilbur Felton Viola Filby Victor Finch James Fisher William Fleming Rita Folio Priscilla Forgie Gertrude Frank Deloris Fulton Glenn Garbart Herbert Garner Joseph George Donna Gibson Joan Gidley David Gilmore Joyce Gordon Patricia Gray Bonnie Greer Richard Griffin Edward Gross Francis Handell James Hanna Edward arris Marione Harris Ray Har? Thomas Harter Donald Hazlett Sonia Hedberg Jean Helicke Marlene Henderson Norman Higginbotham 'A Alma Holden 'i Helen Holmes Patricia Holmes Ann Holston Raymond Howard Beverly Hugus Joyce Hull Charles Hunt Marie Huston Raymond Inks Josephine Irby Patricia Jamison Robert Jeffries David Jolly Elaine Jones Evelyn Jones Frederick Jones Patty Jordon Buddy Joseph Joanne Kapsi Stanley Kazarick Linda Keenan James Kennard Verna Kennedy Richard Kilgore James Kimbrough Mildred Kisner Mona Klinzing Donald Knox Charles Kosey Katherine Kostic Dorothy Kughn Dolores Lackie Beverly Lacock Patti Lacock Robert Lahosky Richard Lapham Marie Lehew Fred Levers Paul Lewis Elmer Littell James Long Susan Lott Frank Luzzo Frank Lytle James Lytle Evelyn Mahramas Barbara Malone Sarah J. Manfredi Ruth Mantia Marjorie Manning Margaret Marrabell John Marsh Arlene Martin Kenneth Martin Lois Martin Esther Maxwell Nora McClain Robert McClay James McClelland Richard McConnell Roger McCullough Donn McKee Richard McVay Robert McVehil Norma McViclier John McWee John Mikuta William Milligan Mona Miscio Marie Monsour Fred Moore Myrl Moore Minna Morrow Pearl Moulton Mary Lou Mounts Corrine Muhleman Louis Muto Richard Myers Joseph Napper Lily Mae Naylor Raymond Naylor Hettie Osborne Henry Patterson Joseph Patton Class of '55 Class of '55 Patricia Paxton John Perry Nancy Peters Charles Peterson Joanne Pettit Nancy Pettit Erroll Pheffer Robert Phillips Robert Phillips Harold Pitzer William Polan Linda Lou Polen Frank Polinsky Gerald Porto Francis Presto Peggy Prcbst Charles Pryor Mary Pryor Robert Ranlco John Reed Marvin Resnick Wray Richardson Jean Richmond Derral Rippy JoAnne Romano Lawrence Romboski George Roux John Salvador Walter Sams Richard Sanders Jean Schaffer Harry Schneider Gloria Schultz Lois Seibel Russell Seibert Ann Sherman Joan Showalter Annette Siegel Charles Sims Thomas Sliman Eileen Slotsky Ann Smith James Smith Edward Snyder Donald Sonson Robert Spence Edwin Spragg John Stack Virginia Steratore Ted Striclclin Annette Strothers Ellen Strothers Ronald Strothers Richard Super W Nancy Swart Helen Thomas Margaret Thomas Joan Thompson Ronald Thompson Mary Towchick e Supporting Cast X J. . 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F i David Ullom Dorothy Umshares Suzanne Vacheresse Harold Vankirk Walter Viehmann Andrew Vinosky Herschel Vorhes Nancy Waqner Rosalie Wagner Bernard Walker Elaine Ward James Ward Ann Webb Frances Williams Gloria Williams Robert Williams James Williamson Floyd Wilson George Wilson Norma Wilson Ronald Wilson Wilma Winters Edward Wise Brennan Wishner Mila Wright Robert Wright Terry Wright John Wurtzer Marcia Yoders Edward Zullo Unclersludies Hattie Acker Sylvester Adams Frank Albano Angelo Alberta Catherine Alberta Edward Allen James Allen Carole Amon Donald Anchors Arthur Anderson Beverly Anderson David Baldwin Marilyn Bane Jacqueline Barker William Barker Betty Barr Nancy Barr Robert Barr Martha Barrett Robert Baumgartner June Beatty Linda Beck Robert Bednarski Mary Ann Belcastro Edward Bell Carol Bennett Walter Berry lona Bert Loretta Beverly Bruce Billings Ruth Blacka Leroy Booker Helen Bosson Jean Bradford Nila Braner Bonnie Brookman James Brownlee Janet Brownlee James Bulotta Carolyn Burgess Hazel Burke Nancy Burns Lauretta Burt Marjorie Burton Barbara Byrnes Joyce Byrnes Thomas Cahill Barbara Collender John Campbell Billie Carroll Nancy Carroll Russell Chapman Dorothy Ann Churchill Wilda Kay Coffey Catherine Coftield Jack Colebank Barbara Coleman Richard Comfort Theresa Comfort Delbert Conger Judith Conger Clyde Courtwright Bonnie Jo Cousins Thomas Cox Donna Craig Harold Craig David Croxton Louise Cunningham Annette Dankowsky Duane Davidson Wayne Davidson David Davis Jane Davis Robert Davis William Decker Constance Decovish Mary DeScnrro Donna DeSensi Betty Dever Marilyn Dezack Carolyn Dillard Jack Dobscha Mariorie Dobscha Joyce Dotterer Leroy Doubleday William Dozer Patricia Drylie Joseph Dudley Joseph Duncan Sheila Dutton Donald Eakin Mary Lou Eckland Dennis Ecklund Ralph Edgar Nancy Elliott Nora Mae Engle Janice Estep John Ewart Theresa Fedor Dolores Ford Patricia Frederick Catherine French Mary Garnett Bradley Garrett Samuel George Anna Ghrist Wanda Glover Conchetta Golitz Anna Golna Hugh Gongaware Wilma Gooding Nancy Goss Helen Gottshall Morgan Grandel William Gray Patricia Grittin Roger Grim Virginia Grimm Louis Gump Carl Gunnerson Donna Gvozden James Hackney Richard Haines Barbara Hannen Manda Hargrove Donald Hart Ronald Harton Shirley Hatfield Albert Helicke Joseph Hello Judith Henderson Kay Hennen Mary Holmes Margaret Horne George Howard JoAnn Huffman Carol Hughes Donald Hughes Danna Hughes Jackson Hughes Patricia Hugi John Hull Vernon Hull Arthur Hunt Richard Interval Judith Jardine Dorothy Johnson Marilyn Jones Jacqueline Julian Anthony Jurkovich Raymond Karp Howard Keenan Robert Keenan Lynn Keener Class of '56 Q I , L J? N rrrr ,. if it P .. ' we A-uf 1 0' yz, , vii 57 Class ol '56 Judith Keeney Richard Kellogg Nancy Kelsey Margaret Kennedy Robert Kimmins Paul Kinder Russell King Shirley King Audrey Klinzing Walter Klinzing Rachel Knestrick Louis Koeppelle Shirley Kosek Margaret Langfitt Harold Leiner Richard Leonard Jackson Lewis James Loveioy Doris Lyle Robert Lynch Mary Ellen Malik Becky Malone Mary Jane Mancuso Donald Markley Barbara Martin Emily Martin Thomas Mathis Claramae Maurer Betsy Mawhinney Margaret Maze Joseph Mazutis Lee McCartney Glenn McCauley Lola McCombs Shirley McCoy James McClusky William McCracken David McCullough Janice McDonald James McKinney Eileen McKnight Arthur McNary Nancy Meeks Richard Meeks Robert Meighen Lois Meneely Marlene Mesta David Miller Tamara Miller William Miller Theresa Mirto Paul Mohr Livio Molla Lucille Mongelluzzo Joseph Monsour Louis Montecalvo Mary Moore Richard Moore Robert Moore Betty E. Morris Donald Morris Georgette Morris Jacquelyn Morris Suzette Morris Nancy Murner Madeline Musto Jack Naser Betty Ann Naylor Charles NeH Cora Northover Robert Osborne Joseph Palli John Paraska Carol Parr Rebecca Parry Robert Paxton George Pettit Understudie: Jack Pettit Rosalee Peterson Joyce Phillips Donald Plants Harry Plants John Platt Harlan Plott Twila Plott Wyvette Pollard Carolyn Potts Dorothy Pressley Betty Prosser William Pryor Dee Putman Margaret Ramey Patricia Reichard Roberta Revels Olive Richards Roger Riggs Nancy Roberts Sue Rockwell Lorraine Rodsky Patricia Ross Samuel Ross Ewart Rowland Richard Rusinek Wilbur Sadler Richard Salisberry Edwin Sampson Nancy Scarborough Wilbur Schollaert David Seibert Mary Sensky Joseph Settles William Sharp Forrest Sibert Marybell Sim Lois Simpson Elaine Smith Robert Smith Roy Smith George Smydo Beverly Sorgie Joseph Spatafore Harry Spencer Kenneth Sprowls Sharon Stoltord Carl Staley Richard Staley Patricia Stanley Glenda Stauffer Kenneth Steffee Wilma Steele Dorothy Stollar John Stoner Cynthia Sulc Robert Summers Donald Swaggard Jo Elaine Syrek Eugene Thomas Celestine Thompson Norman Thompson Patricia Turk Jack Ullom Frank Veltre Geraldine Vito Marilyn Wagner Joyce Walters James Ward Joseph Ward Betty Waychoff Donald Weber Rosslyn Wheatley Barbara Wheeler , El Vada Wheeler ' Lawrence Wheeler Charles White 59 Understuclies Saudi Shirley Whiteman Jerry Wilkinson John Williams Mary Williams Sandra Williams Merle Winneld Barbara Wise Layton Wise Patricia Wise Belly Witzeling Lawrence Woods Ronald Wozniak Virginia Wright Barbara Yanko John Yerman Donald Yoders Beverly Younger Frank Zebrasky Jacqueline Zook James Zullo viich 60 Beniamin Adams Edna Adams Jerry Allen Arthur Allum James Amos Juanita Anderson Judy Anderson Richard Anderson Carolyn Anthony Robert Arnold Adolph Bacque Lee Baker Ruth Barbour Donald Barlow Elaine Barzanty James Bebout Gerald Bedillion Carol Eva Behringer Lee Bell Arlene Berg Lavada Black Mary Lou Bonus Joanne Boone Sandra Boswell Lois Bowler Thomas Braner Judith Breedlove Carol Brown Joanne Bruno William Bruno Charles Bryant Joanne Bryant Wesley Bryant Dolores Bryner Donald Bryner Sandra Burgess Christie Burig Rebecca Burke William Burke Duane Burt James Capo Jerry Church Latricia Catlin Rose Ann Cimino Lawrence Clark Karen Cobun Donna Coffield Mary Colbert John Collis Marie Conger Lemuel Cook Penelope Cook Marilyn Cooper Carol Corey Paul Couts Laura Crook Barbara Craig Roy Crothers Betty Crumrine Steve Dasto Nancy Davidson Samuel Desmond Robert Dzver Patricia DeVenny Bernice Dickerson Kenneth Doak Charles Doerfler Alfred Donahue Judy Doria Dorothy Dunn Margaret Dunn Carol Dupke Robert Easingwood William Easingwood Beverly Eckert Carol Elder Sandra Elias Charlotte Eneix John Engle Suzanne Arthur Ezerslmy Ferrell John Fidelman Sally Fillinger John Fisher Class ol '57 i E K r 61 Class of '57 David Flanagan Arthur Fletcher Brenda Flowers Thomas Fonner Elizabeth Frank John Freeman Judith French Linda French Clara Gatling Shirley Gifford Carolyn Gooding Virginia Golitz James Gordon Albert Goslin Fred Gottschalk Joie Grantz Peggy Greer David Gregg Stanley Gregor Karen Grim Frank Grudi John Grudi Raymond Grudi Lourina Gump Sandra Gunnerson John Haggart Geraldine Hairston David Hammond Carl Harps Albert Harris Lucinda Hart Robert Hartman Martha Hartzell James Henderson Joseph Henderson Joyce Henderson Thomas Henderson Betty Hennen Lawrence Hennen John Hewitt Carol Hissom Joan Hixenbaugh Barbara Hoffman Theodore Holmes David Holovack Ronald Hoover John Hopkins Robert Hott Carl Howard Elsie Hoy Wayne Hughes Weldon Hughes Cora Sue Hugus Bernice Hunt Joyce lams Marva Jackson John Jacobs Esther Johnson Nancy Johnson Nathan Johnson Ruth Johnson John Jones Juanita Jurkovsky Loretta Karp Howard Kennard Jose Ann Kershinsky Thomas Kesnick Joseph Kettle James Klutch Carol Knestrick Robert Knotts Patricia Knox Betty Kolesar Lois Law James Leaver Donna Lehew Mary Lou Lehew Bonita Lewis Frank Lewis Russell Logan Betty Long Donna Long Gilbert Long Jo Ann Long Understuclies Martha Lynch , Ronald Mace f Joseph Manfredi Martin Mangino 5 Gary Marshall Susanne Masters Roger Matheny Elva Mathis Arthur Mazzie Joseph McCausIond Caldona McClosky Dolores McCombs Jacqueline McConnaughey Robert McConnell Richard McCullough Beverly McDonough Robert McFeeley Carole McGlumphy Clara McKeag Robert McVay Daisy McVicker Emma McWee Peggy McWhorter Sally McWhorter Leona Mesko Clarence Miller Lewis Miller Valerie Miller Priscilla Mirto Margaret Mitchell James Moore Julius Moore James Morris Sara Morris Carol Napolitan Margaret Naylor Mary Naylor Leonard Neil John Nicolella Nancy Jo Nicolella Carol Oberst Robert O'Connor Mary Ann Osso Richard Pacilla Corol Parsons Clarence Patterson Shirley Pearson Ruby Peters Ralph Piatt Jack Pilgun Janet Pizzi Nancy Plants Dennis Polen Sylvia Pollard Patricia Popeck Nelson Porter John Pugh Robert Pulkowski Richard Renko Roger Renko Zona Revels Robert Richardson Lawrence Riggle John Risher Edward Roberts John Rodenski Thomas Rogers John Romano Jean Romboski Donna Ross Harry Ross Edwin Rothermund John Roux Dorothy Rutan Ellen Jane Rutan Donald Sadler Donsel Schipps Jack Schultz William Scott Sara Sekorky Roger Siek Blanche Sims ' William Skillen Eleanor Smagner 2 E 63 Understu If-5 V die S fm ,A , . 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Matthew Smagner Charles Smith David Smith Donald Smith Frank Sopyla Carson Stewart Jack Stiltenpole William Storrick Donald Spragg James Swaggard Bonita Swan Marie Swierczeck Bernadine Taylor William Taylor Glen Tennant James Tennant John Thomas John Thomas Lloyd Thomas Clinton Thompson Frieda Thompson Peggy Thompson Guy Tucci Andrew Umshares Frances Valentino Hormel Vezie Charles Ward Margaret Ward Richard Ward Jeannette Werts Douglas West Norma Jean West Samuel Wheeler David White Kenneth White Theodore Williams Harold Williamson John Wilson Margaret Wilson Patricia Wilson Robert Wilson Gerald Wise Fred Witzeling William Woods Esther Wright Phyllis Zullo 64 M., W, ,vw as gm Sports Reel 1 ff? 69 gs! 3 gli 5 1 DIRECTOR, Our Champs! First Row: J. Salamone, R. Jackman, N. Petronka, J. Hoy, A. Bruno, M. Desiderio, D. DeSarro Second Row: J. Simon, J. Comfort, B. Porto, F. Bonus, J. Marsh, C. Stephens, T, Cornetti, D. Connelly, P. Celani, R. McVay Third Row: J. Holston, R. Haines, J. Ward, C. Geary, R. Crowe, R. DeRose, P. George, J. Ruggiero, W. Braner Fourth Row: J. Koontz, R, Presto, J. Dean, J. Collar, D. Sacco,.l. Celani Washington 28 Canonsburg 0 In the first game of the season, played at home, the Little Prexies out-maneuvered the Can- onsburg Gunners in everything but passing, and rolled up an impressive 28-0 victory. Paced by Presto and Bonus, the Dupkemen put on a run- ning exhibition, gaining 340 yards in scrimmage to 52 for the Gunners. Wash High played excel- lent ball, giving the fans a preview of what was yet to come. Washington 46 Connellsville I3 Playing their first road game of the year, the Wash High squad proved that they were not iust a fleeting fancy as Connellsville became their second victim of the 1952 season by a 46-13 score. But for a while, the game was closer than might be indicated by the final score, as the Dupkemen left the field at half time with an edge of only one point. lt was a see-saw battle with Connellsville drawing first blood. After half time, however, the field was Washington's as the Little Presidents scored 32 points. Washington 33 Trinity 0 The Little Prexies rolled up their biggest score of the twenty-game series with the Trinity Hillers before an estimated 9,000 fans at the home stadium. Frank Bonus scored in the first stanza of the game, going over right tackle for 52 yards. In that same frame, Ruggiero went around left end for 68 yards and another tally. Bonus tacked on the extra point both times. ln the second half, nineteen more points were added to end the scoring. For the third straight game, Coach Dupke used every dressed player. Washington 33 Perry 13 On September 27 Perry came to Washing- ton hoping to end our winning streak, but instead they received a trimming at the hands of the Dupkemen as Bonus, Connelly, Marsh, and Com- fort provided the scoring for Washington with Marsh making two of the tallies. Washington scored in each of the four periods, Perry scored only in the third and fourth stanzas against next year's probable Wash High team. Washington 38 Mt. Lebanon 12 Before awed fans, the Washington eleven outplayed and defeated Mt. Lebanon at the Blue Devil Stadium, to continue their march toward a WPIAL playoff. Mt. Lebanon scored in the third and fourth frames but the Little Prexies rang up their fifth victory with a 38-12 score. Claude Geary, with the assistance of a beautiful double block by Bill Braner scampered 71 yards for a touchdown with the game only two minutes old. The Little Prexies completely dominated the game with Washington gaining 306 yards to Mt. Leb- anon's 117. Washington 'I3 Uniontown 6 The Raiders of Uniontown gave the Wash- ington fans ci few anxious moments as the Little Prexies struggled to defeat a small determined Raider team. Bonus scored early in the first quarter, after recovering a fumble on the 29 yard line. Holding the Raiders to only 16 yards net gain in the first half, the Prexies played mag- nificent ball. The final Washington TD came when Richard Presto dove high over center to tally in the second stanza. The Dupkemen, al- Coaching Staff Ross Herron Earnest Eros Emil F. Dupke Joseph Rodiom though outplayed in the second half, held the Raiders to one touchdown to win 13-6. Washington 7 Redstone 0 With only five minutes of the fourth quarter to go, the Little Prexies kept alive their WPIAL Class AA title hope by scoring a 7-0 victory over a tough Redstone eleven. Washington domin- ated the statistics throughout the game, but seemed unable to penetrate the Black Hawk de- fense. Then the Dupkemen hit pay dirt on a spectacular pass play that started with a buck lateral from Ritchie Presto to Jimmy Dean to Frank Bonus, who faded and heaved a long pass which Bill Braner took on the Redstone 10 and carried into the diagonals. That TD iced the game for the Little Prexies. Washington 38 Donora 0 The Little Prexies completed their first unde- feated season since 1931 before 4,000 fans at Wash High stadium, by handing the Donora Dragons a 38-0 setback, thus assuring Washing- ton of a play-off spot in WPIAL competition. Bon- us tallied in the first frame, plowing over right tackle for five yards. Donora was completely bewildered as Bonus scored again, followed by TD's by Sacco, DeRose, and Comfort. Pandemo- nium broke loose as the final whistle blew, and Coach Dupke was carried triumphantly from the field on the shoulders of the players. K ii if 442 Q 5233 5, gf ,Q iii W X 'Y 251 Pai iii HE :QL fi 2 Wy- :s..g as I 1 7' ,l la A l l l 1 5 V' , , , , , l ,AV ':i:'1i. V l lll l gi - :1- gavfr l M A . 6 1 - A, A X 1 Q K, . E 4 - Md, . .,. gy F 3 M 31 M ,ff lf A afsfafefo .srfmzws l How: W l 1, .f i , -1 .f l l f , f l Xl l cfzwr 5 ll X N' ll5f+WfP ffmvfs T 1 ' A df Q 1? I lolm Vxfaldem, Paul Knesrrlcli, Ralplw Boone, Robcrl Dorm, Billy Varner I fl ll l Football Manager Reber' Boolcmarw RESERVE FOOTBALL TEAM Coach, Joseph Rodiom First Row: J. Selway, J. Stack, P. Bullofta, D. Sonson, J. Gidley, R, Phillips, R. Chicone, D. Hazlatt Second Row: C. Brager, G. Porto, J. Moore, T. Wright, R, Sensky, R. Celoni, D. Schipps, Coach Joseph Rodiom Third Row: F. Luzzo, J. George, W. Christman, R. Inks, J. Mikuta, P. Lewis, R. Thompson, F. Bunner 2 46 A - ..-X Am. D I A ' -, .mf 'W' 'FQ .. .... My an JUNIOR HIGH FOOTBALL TEAM Cooch, Ross Herron First Row: R. Haines, R. Edgar, L. Miller, D. Weber, R. O'Connor, A. Alberto, J. Freeman, J. Williams S. Dasta, A. Helicke, J. Zollors, C. Doerfier, R. Hott, J. Mazufis Second Row: Coach Ross Herron, C, White lmanogerl, J. Colebank, R. Mozzie, J. Bednarski, J. Zullo R. Comfort, L. Jackson, J. Noser, E. Rowland, J. Hughes, W. Taylor, W. Miller Ctroinerl, C. Court wright lmanogerj Third Row: J. Kittle, R. Rusinelc, M. Mangino, W. McCracken, D. Eokin, C. Neff, R. Karp, A, Goslin, W Hughes, J. Dudley, J. Schultz, D. Hammond, R. Eosingwood, D. Moore, R. Renko 72 S E W 2 lf, x , f 4 fr 5 .a . A 3. ..,,, 4 .5532 g K fb, , 1: ,L M. J ,i.-.,'-., K X. ,, , aiu :L Y mii gi x 5 4 -uh 6 gi m E .af iv .,. lglz 4 A 3, Q -iilvdyilln fx Q X346-823W av x, G Y If . lip 'H :Tia z 1 ' s 2 asf? lv E 1' -. 14 Q- vii, ' 33,5Q?a.. E 5-1 51 - 5 M 0 G9 MM 49 -Q wg Xxx K I .,,. If . 2:7 7 Wa hi.. ' sg ,X A .,.,,w,,, Q , w,kq.x'3,, Gyn, ,A ,, ,.,,,.. ,. 4 fmfwggp - - v wg , A we -.,,,,q is M , wx ' srxifi 'Q1'ff i Q g haf A' ,A ,N ,K gykg V: .L W VY I . QQQQWQ I . , ' s wh,-v Wm Qffuqfgqp .fi 5' is 'Q - Q ' ' 'Vg si Q A ai Yfwm-. --.. in 'vnu-Mmm fx , .Q 'l .A , A , ,M .fl Q Mx... vW,N,+,f,-Q f if ' ' -' 1 9' w'. -fQ'M'f .' 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Q .jg A W --.K , , I 95.1 , 14.1 W 4 K ti - gap 0 xi' 1 vi Q 1 iffy ,wlfgyr xslvhg. -' -W . x Q f s. :a1.4! f g 1EE?2i '3SiLte5.:fTQqafswfeisrf-fmffssl 'M wgi. Q., ,Ag-up , , L.-we Hoopslers Ol The Future RESERVE BASKETBALL TEAM First Row: J. Perry, W. Richardson, P. Bullotla, J. Fair, J. Slack Second Row: D. Rippy Cmanagerl, J. Mikuta, C. Wells, M. Resnick, K. Bachman, R, McVay, Coach Pelrone JUNIOR HIGH BASKETBALL TEAM First Row: M. Manginc, R. O'Connor, F. Grudi, W. McCracken, D. Hammond, J. Noser Second Row: R. Comfort, E. Allen, C. Doerfler, L. Booker, J. Schultz, J. Bednorski, R. Edgor, Coach Herron Third Row: C. White fmanagerj, J. Gordon, L. McCar1ney, S. Adams, C. Lipinski, R. McConnell, J. Dudley 75 The Cinderella Team First Row: R. Bookman, D. Henderson, J. Comfort, C. Grinage Second Row: Coach Laughlin, W. Milam, J. Simon, J. Collar, R. Kurtz, J. Koontz lmanagerj TEAM WORK W. H. S. 73 Connellsville 49 The Laughlinmen, spearheaded by Kurtz, Henderson, and Grinage won an easy first game to start the season. WIN STREAK SNAPPED W. H. S. 35 Donora 36 A 344game winnfng streak was snapped in the waning minutes of the 4th quarter as Donora eked out a victory. A CLOSE ONE W. H. 5. 50 Duquesne 47 After the second period, the Little Dukes could not quite find themselves-as the Prexies won again. HEARTBREAKER W. H. S. 52 California 54 With a 22-point surge in the third frame, the California Troians snatched a victory from the Little Prexies, PHOTO FINISH W. H. S. 40 Farrell 42 Farrell was still too stronggeven without the great Julius. ROUGH GOING W. H. S. 56 Monongahela 70 Monongahela's seasoned high-jumpers were too much for our inexperienced Little Prexies. GREYHOUNDS NIP WASHINGTON W. H.S. 46 Monessen 57 The Little Prexies put up a good fight, leading until final frame. Monessen used their fast break to clinch the game. THE WIN COLUMN W. H. S. 53 Dormont 43 Washington found the range and brought home the first Section 4 victcry. Henderson and Grinage led the scoring. HITTING ON ALL FOUR W. H. S. 70 Waynesburg 44 Faced by Henderson and Kurtz, the Laughlinmen out- pointed Waynesburg in each quarter, completely dominating the game. FIRST QUARTER FIREWORKS W. H. S. 59 Mt. Lebanon 52 Racing to a I7-3 lead in the first period, Washington led all the way. SECOND HALF RALLY W. H. S. 72 The Little Prexies poured on the heat in the second half, Canonsburg 56 after leading by only one point at half-time. EASY WIN W. H. S. 55 Burgettstown 46 Henderson and Grinage kept Prexies on the win side with brilliant ball handling and shooting. HILLERS OUTCLASSED W. H. S. 57 Trinity 37 An eager crowd watched the Blue and Black cagers get off to an early lead cnd keep it throughout the game to win over traditional rival. VICTORY COMES IN THIRD QUARTER W. H. S. 60 Dormont 45 The Prexie second half scoring, sparked by Dave Henderson's 21 points proved too much for Dormont. BAG OF TRICKS W. H. S. 73 Waynesburg 52 John Collar proved offensive threat, as he led scoring with 22 points, to defeat the Raiders for a second time in league play. ON THE MARCH W. H. S. 69 Mt. Lebanon 53 Kimbrough, Henderson, and Grinage pulled the Little Prexies from a first period slump into a ninth victory in Section 4. CLINCHING SECTION 4 CROWN W. H. S. 84 Cononsburg 63 With good offensive and defensive play, the Prexies hit top form and assured themselves ofthe Section 4 crown. FANCY SHOOTING W. H. S. 63 Burgettstown 32 The Little Prexies poured in the points as Burgettstown fell an easy victim to the sharp-shooting of this championship team. TO THE VICTOR W. H. S. 69 Trinity 57 In the final contest of the regular season, the Prexies paced by Hen- derson and Grinage, led throughout the game. Washington ended the sea- son four games ahead of their nearest rival. ALERT PREXIES STAY AHEAD W. H. S. 54 Braddock 39 Led by Dave Henderson's 17 points and Grinage's accurate shooting, the Little Prexies overcame Braddock in the first WPIAL Tournament game. PILING UP POINTS W. H. S. 66 Homestead 43 The first major upset of WPIAL Tournament came when Washington elim- inated Homestead, Jim Simon took honors in the scoring column as he played his best defensive game ofthe season. FINALE W. H. S. 50 Sharon 64 A powerful defense by The Sharon Tigers snarled the Lfttle Prexies in WPIAL Class A Semi-finals. Henderson and Grinage paced the Presidents as the duo played the final cage game of their high school career. 1,3 Q N 5 3 s 1' 5 ,Q 1 u R' ,Q 1:7 Q. 3 . J 43 H - , qsiipgti ,V K., . , gi x ' W. ' ,,.,..1 i J 'Q 5 Eff. H L, L 3 gl if 1 K 2 Q 6 ' KH xulk ,M .wp yn we-5? Sf, 2 ,ww ,P , iw Q , . , LKA, . ft.. M. . -gag .v .l,, 'a 15. www 32 ig ,as qfi x ' --1, s by .A- Qu 'L-sf fi 'ggfgii' ,S as 5 if , 'Zi Q -sm Q 4 ,,., M, -2. 5 J V x Wa ag Y Q Q e 5 Q fffil, ff' 5 r X113 I H 2- , X f K I M Wrestling Sports Reel The Washington High School wrestling team opened its 1952-53 season with an away match at Waynesburg, with Zollars, Handell, Presto, and Milligan producing the best matches of the evening in Washington's rout of Waynesburg 40-8. The team's wrestlers chalked up points on six falls and one draw to defeat Chartiers by a score of 33-19 before a large crowd at Wash High gym. Handell, Presto, Milligan, Petronka, Porto, and DeRose each scored falls in this match. The Wash High team remained unbeaten by whipping Burgettstown 32 to 11. The Little Prexies won points on two falls and seven deci- sions, with Petronka and Presto producing the falls. The Canonsburg wrestling team rudely shat- tered Washington's 14-match winning streak by scoring a 22-16 victory over the Little Presidents. Canonsburg scored wins in six of the 12 bouts, Milligan and Sensky both drew. Washington scored on four decisions. The Little Presidents defeated Shaler by a score of 28-14, scoring on two falls and six deci- sions. This victory put the Blue and Block back in the victory column after the defeat by Canons- burg. The Washington grapplers defeated Char- tiers again by a score of 24-18. This was Wash High's fifth win of the season. Next, the grapplers of Wash High turned back Trinity by a score of 26-14. In the early stages it was a see-saw battle, but the locals showed strength in the heavier divisions. The best matches were produced by Petronka and Porto. SEASON RECORD 11 wins 2 Losses W. H. S. ,........... ...... 4 O Waynesburg ........ ....... ....... 8 W. H. S ....,...,. ......,..., 3 3 Chartiers ....... ,..,.., 1 9 W. H. S ........,, ...... 3 2 Burgettstown .. .....t 11 W. H. S. .,.,.... ...,.... 1 6 Canonsburg ..., ...... 2 2 W. H. S. .....,.. ...,.... 2 8 Shaler .,..... .,..,.. 1 4 W. H. S. ........ .....,. 2 4 Chartiers .,,. ...18 W. H. S. ......., ..,.,. 2 6 Trinity .,..... ....,.. 1 4 W. H. S .....,.... ..,.,,., 3 2 Uniontown ...... ....... 9 W. H. S. ........ ......, 4 0 Waynesburg .....,.. ....... 6 W. H. S. ..,...,. ....,..... 3 5 Jefferson .,.... ....... 1 4 W. H. S .,,....... ...... 2 4 Greensburg ...... ...... 1 1 W. H. S .....,.... ...,.,.... 3 0 Trinity ..,......,, ....., 1 1 W. H. S ...,,..... ....... 1 4 Canonsburg .... ..,.. 2 5 Q 79 The locals next went to Uniontown to defeat them 32 to 9. It was a close contest all the way, but Wash High showed its superior strength to defeat Uniontown in seven out of 12 matches. Wash High again badly defeated Waynes- burg by a score of 40-6, with Waynesburg win- ning two out of the 12 bouts. The team then traveled to Jefferson and won its eighth match of the year. Wash High won in falls by DeRose in the second period, and Petronka in the third period. The final score was 35-14. The Greensburg squad was next to fall a vic- 'tim of the grapplers of Wash High, by a score of 28-11. Trinity was defeated a second time this sea- son, 30-11. The best matches of the evening were by Petronka, Milligan, and DeRose. In the closing match of the year the wrest- lers were again defeated by Canonsburg, by a score of 25-14. Washington scored on four de- cisions and a draw by DeSarro. The battle was close in the early stages, but Canonsburg showed superior strength and came out ahead. On February 26-27, the District 7 Wrestling Tournament was held in Washington High School gym, with Petronka and Porto winning top honors for Wash High. The Southwest Regional Tournament was held in the local gym the WPIAL champions. was crowned WPIAL Porto I154 115.1 runner- Petronka entered on March 7 to determine For Wash High, Petronka C138 115.1 champion, and up. State competition at the PIAA Tournament held at Penn State. Here he was crowned 138 Tb. state champion. INDIVIDUAL SCORING CHART Weight Name Total Bouts Bouts Bouts Points Won lost Tied 88 J, Zollars .... .... 1 8 6 7 0 88 A. Helicke ,...,... .... 3 1 0 O 95 F. Handell ..,... 28 8 7 0 103 w, Felton 25 6 5 0 103 R. Rusinek ,..... .... 0 0 1 O 112 R, Presto .... .... 2 5 7 4 0 112 c. Pryor ,,..., .,.. 9 2 4 o 120 W. Milligan ..., .... 4 0 10 4 1 127 J. Interval ...... ..,, 2 1 7 4 0 127 R. Sensky ,...,.., .... 2 0 3 1 133 N. Petronka .,,. ,,.. 8 6 21 0 0 138 J. Ruggiero .... .... 3 0 8 4 2 138 P. George ...,.. .,.. 0 0 1 0 145 L. Rush .... ,... 4 0 12 2 1 154 B. Porto ...... .... 5 8 14 4 1 165 M. Desiderio .. ,... 31 7 7 1 185 R. DeRose .... 40 8 6 1 Tomorrow's Varsity Wrestlers RESERVE WRESTLERS First Row: A. He-Iicke, F. Crain, E. Temple, J. George, D. Presio Second Row: R. Zollors, R. Mansfield, E. McCullough, D. Hcizlefi Third Row: Dr. Harris fcocachj, F. Luzzo, D. DeSurro, J. DeSensi, J. Zullc Qmcmugerl UNDERGRADUATE WRESTLERS First Row: A. Umshares, R, King, R. Arnold, J. Rodenslci, R. Barlow, L. Doubleday Second Row: S. Dosicl, O. Pryor, R. Mcxzzie, R. Swoggard, l. Borowski, R, Sturmer, J, Bedillion Third Row: Dr. Harris lcocichj, H. VcmKirk, J. Porto, E. Pfefifer, G. Anderson, C. Miller, J. Pettit, R. Ronko gmonogerl 80 'L. RUSH Q clonal N. DESIDERIO RIIBGIERO B. WRTO W mf , . J as S x , 5 g Q' 5 . , ,. 'V I ,i Q X TI' if I sk X v v -I us W 5. 79559 KV , M Q w X this . ,394 5, A Q h r? , , Z , f j :.,.. ,- 4, - :t, ',.. , 2:57, V R I 1 Q ,LJ 2 ' 1 I Q V . , '- M 1 I n , k - Y Kl rn 5 N . , 3. ,..: . u f ., 1Q5,,, : .,,. , Mrb lw 2,L, ' fy. , M ' +8 . LQ 3 Mllwjkikwgiggljf V Wi: - Q M, L. , 1. :,:f::E H um. , ea ,L , ,. .F f F ' if R F if. Pi sg , i ik i all 7 JEL . H3531 :ff H V gn, FEIQ7 A , fc K fa 1 - 'aft m f' :A D Q75 0 Q A-I th .qi I H I., up .sg . W z. za wpaisrisgga e 55, My-1 4 . , f , M j N. Baseball 1952 First Row: R. Wagner, F. Bonus, S. Kazarick, D. Sacco Second Row: S. Cimino, P. Risbin, D. Mazzie, R. Frazier, F. Bunner, R. Braden, W. Maze, C. Grinage, C. Frank Cmanageri Third Row: Mr. McGlumphy lcoachj, D. Henderson, G. Steratore, J, Hickman, W. Stack, R. Kuzy, R. McVay, H. King lmanagerj Early in March Coach McGlumphy called for pitchers and catchers to practice in the gymna- sium. Loss of personnel through graduation and other unforeseen developments caused a major problem of rebuilding this year. Lost through graduation were Wayne Stack, Don Mazzie, Bob Wagner, John Hickman, Gene Steratore, Sam Cimino, and Carl Grinage. The task of securing adequate replacements for those boys who car- ried the Blue and Black to the Semi-finals in WPIAL play-offs is a maior one. A number of new faces will probably make their appearance on the squad this year. To lend assistance will be such hold-overs as Hen- derson, Risbin, Kuzy, Frazier, Bunner, and McVay. Track Season Wash High in the season of T952 was rep- resented by an inexperienced track team with only three lettermen from the 1952 team return- ing. The loss of many key men was the big fac- .tor in their unsuccessful season. Washington was unable to win any of the dual meets and placed third in a triangular meet with Dormont and Mt. Lebanon, which the latter won. ln the annual Washington Invitational Track and Field Meet, won by Mt. Lebanon, A 1952 SEASON RESULTS W.H.S. Opponents 4 ..,.. ,. .. Charleroi ,. .. .. 5 6 .. . .,,. Burgettstown .. 5 5 ...,.. , , .,,. Charleroi .,... 8 ll... ., . ,..., Waynesburg . 3 TO. ,... ,..,.. T rinity . ,. . .. ,. 5 7 .,,.,.. .. Chartiers ,,..,..l2 7. ...,. ...,,. C anonsburg ..,.. ..,.. . 'l 21 . ...,. Waynesburg . ., ,. 4 'IO ......, ,..... C hartiers .. ,..,.. . . 3 l'l ., .,.. .Canonsburg ..,,. , .,... . 3 6 .. .... ..,.. Trinity .. .. ....,,,.,.. 7 PLAY-OFF RESULTS 8 . ,... .Bethel .. ..,,..,......,. ..,, . 3 4. ...,. ,..... M cKees Rocks ...... .. , 2 9 .. . ,... Beaver Falls 4 3 ...,.., .,..... H ar-Brack .. 4 1952 Washington scored 14341 points. Washington next competed in the District 4 Qualifying Meet and placed third with 52 points. This event was won by the Canonsburg thinclads. Washington sent eight competitors to the Class A WPIAL Meet held at Mt. Lebanon. Facing stiff competition, Washington was able to score only 43A points. During the season, the 440 and 880 relay teams composed of Bill Wheeler, Pete Celani, a A Claude Geary, and James Ward showed well in competition. The 100 and 220-yard dashes were run well by Claude Geary, Pete Celani, and James Ward. Robert Howard did well in the quarter mile and mile relay events. Joe Comfort showed promise in the T80-yard low hurdle events. ln the field events, Washington had con- sistent winners in Wheeler in the broadjump, VARSITY TRACK TEAM Richman in the shot put, Koontz in the discus, Collar, Crumrine and Comfort in the high iump. The pole vaulting team of Comfort, Bookman, and Dever, all sophomores, showed much promise. The outlook for this year will be very bright with the return of many lettermen, and a good representation from Washington will enter com- petition. First Row: R. Boone ftrainerl, C. Stephens, C. Geary, W. Wheeler, P. Celani, J. Ward, J. Walden, R. Howard, J. Comfort, R. Daria ftrainerl Second Row: Mr. Berry Ccoachh, J, Koontz, R. Bookman, J. Collar, W. Richman, G. Dyer, R. Griffin, H. Sherman, R. Best lmanagerl JUNIOR HIGH TRACK TEAM First Row: L. Napper, R. Haines, J. Stack, W. Richardson, C. Wells, J. Dudley, R. Super, W. Smith Second Row: W. McCracken, J. Spatafore, J. Williamson, N. Higginbotham, Mr. Eros lcoachj, E. Wise, R. Rusinek, A. Helicke, J. Zollars Third Row: J. Fair, A. Durham, R. Bell, E. Pheffer, J. Perry, D. Rippy, D. Miller L.. A A ,. Varsity Track Team Junior High Track Team 8-1 FIGHT, WASH HIGH, FIGHT- That's a familiar cry from the cheerleaders for about seven months of the school year. Not only have these girls led cheers at as- semblies, football and basketball games, and wrestling matches, but the varsity cheerleaders acted as models for a fashion show put on by a local store. With Miss Beatrice Woodward as their ad- viser, they start training on the second day of school and continue on through the school year until the wrestling season is over. Junior High Squad left to right: A. Griest, J. Conger, N. Barr, M. Osso S. Elias Varsity Squad First Row: C. Edgar, A. Moore, M. Paustenbach shares, C. Swaggard Reserve Squad Morrow, B, Goldfarb, J. Kapsi, E. Slotsky Two varsity cheerleaders-Arlene Moore and Barbara Elliott-are the first to graduate from Wash High with tive stripes on their sweaters. Both have served for five years-two on Junior High squad, one on Reserve, and two years on Varsity. Arlene Moore, Barbara Elliott, Jean Um- shares-all seniors will graduate this year and thereby open the way for three reserve cheer- leaders to move up to the varsity. They are Joanne Kapsi, Eileen Slotsky, and Jean Heliclce. Second Row: K. Aber, S. Collar, B, Elliott, J. Um- Left to right: J. Helicke, D. Gibson, B. Merkel, M. Added Attractions ffdlf f gt fif Z' w I f is bl W EXECUTIVE BOARD OF STUDENT COUNCIL Left to Right: R. Celoni, J. Hoy, M. Poustenbciclw, J. Ruggiero, A. Moore, G, Gibson, L. Bell, l. Conner T. Tucker STUDENT COUNCIL First Row: M. Poustenboclw, W. Sharp, W. Coffey, N. Johnson, F. Bonus, G. Gibson, L. Bell, J. Hoy R. Hott, S. Elias, M .Bonus, J, French Second Row: A. Moore, I, Conner, R. Dorio, C. White, C. Doy, R. Renko, A. Bruno, C. Potts, E, Slotsky E. Smith, R. Peterson Third Row: A. Bortolott, J. Aber, J. Ruggiero, R. Haines, R. Celoni, R. McConnell, D. Hammond, M. Mesto N. Peters, J. Bebout Fourth Row: J. Celoni, M. Resnick, D. Sacco, T. Tucker, S. Bonus, G. Jardine, R. Davis, J. Stock, R Comfort, G. Ponogiotis, J. Solomone 88 Executive Board of Student Coundl Student Council Student Reign OFFICERS President .A.A .. . . .. Frank Bonus Vice President ...... .... J ames Hoy Secretary ..i....i. ....,.., L ois Bell Treasurer ..,, ...., G ayle Gibson Each student in Washington High School participates in school government in one form or another. Since its organization in 1943, the Student Council has had as its chief purposes- the enforcement of school regulations, the pro- motion of school spirit, social activities, and spe- cial assemblies. As governing body of the stu- dents, it is probably the most important single organization in the school, for the decisions made in its meetings, affect every member of the Student body. Officers are selected from a list of candi- dates submitted by delegates, who meet in con- vention similar to the political conventions of the past year. The members of the Council in- clude the presidents of the home rooms and the adviser, Mr. Paul Kratt. Each home room presi- dent serves on one of the six standing commit- tees, and the chairmen of these committees, to- gether with the four officers, form the Executive Board. This year the Council again magazine campaign in the Junior Also under their supervision was nual Talent Assembly. This was the type of talent within the school, the best participants. Prizes were winners in each classification-the promoted a High School. the third An- to determine and to select awarded the money being COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN Assembly ..,,.......,.,..,.........,...,..,..., Irwin Conner Finance .,....,,.,. ..... R ichard Celani Organization ..... ,.......,..,, T om Tucker Publicity ..,,.,.,.. ..... J oseph Ruggiero School Spirit ...... ....i.......,,... A rlene Moore Social ,.......... ..... M aureen Paustenbach taken from the Student Council fund. Following Friday home basketball games, dances were held in the school auditorium, sev- eral dances also were held after home wrestling matches. The football team was honored by a dance, following their very successful football season. .Buses were secured for most of the away sports contests. Before the Trinity game, a pep parade was held-with prizes given to the home room, displaying the best poster about our rival, Trinity. For the first time in many years, the Student Court was re-organized by this year's Council. The Student Court's chief function is to act as an advisory body to the administration in dealing with the offenders of the various school regula- tions. At Christmas, council members in co-oipera- tion with the Art Department, decorated the halls and entrances of the school with gaily lighted trees and window decorations. To end the year, a group of Student Coun- cil members attended the Student Council Con- vention held at Duquesne High School on April 25. Here they exchanged ideas on how to effi- ciently run the student body of a school. ln at- tendance at this convention were both senior and junior members of the Council. Co-Ediiors: June Koontz and Goyle Gibson Business Manager: William Henry X YEARBOOK s1AFr ' v Sealed: Gayle Gibson, Dolores Alsko, Hildo Duke, June Koontz Standing: Weber, Reese, Conner, William Henry, Connie Andy, John Charles Frank, Hurrieit Super, Myrna David Hill, Borbcuru Bryson, Irwin Robert Robertson, James Hoy 90 Linle Prexie Script Writers As the curtain draws to a close on the 1952-53 school year, activity ceased with the Little Prexie staff. Atter weeks of hustle and bustle, attending to the numerous details essential to the production of a yearbook, the sneak preview showed that the work had been well done. This year's stat? worked with diligence. From early September to May, the organization moved toward its goal. There were constant appointments with photographers, and relentless deadlines with engravers. But when D Day arrives in late May, we hope our eFForts will be enthusias- tically received, for we have endeavored to portray in word and picture, our year at Wash High. First Row: M. Musto, H, Gottshall, S. Johnson, L. Thomas, N. Carroll, J. Jardine, A. Salsbsrry, M. Patterson, D. Kughn Second Row: D. Hill, R. Merritt, J. Jacobs, D, Ecklund, T. Miller, D. McCullough, G, Panagiotis, D. Fulton, J. Reichart, E. Wagers Third Row: A. Durham, R, Thomas, J. King, B. Dodson, F. Moore, R. Davis, R. Robertson, S. Graff, E. Mahramas, C. Day Fourth Row: J, Palli, W. Sharp, J. Spatatore, J. Granchelli, l. Conner, L, Muto, H. Headley, J, Debolt, R. Palli Fifth Row: M. Allen, C, Thompson, C, Johnson, A. Cole, L. Romboski, E. Parcha, R, Patten, J. Kimbrough Twenty-five years ago, in the tall of i927- that was the beginning: the beginning of the Washington High School Band. Through these twenty-five years, under the direction of Paul E. Harding, the band has developed into one of the most outstanding musical organizations ot the school, community, district, and state. It has established a record to be envied by many college bands-and one of which the school should be proud. The band is one of the few organizations in the school that is on the job from the beginning ot the school year to its end. The first function of the band in a school year is to present the var- ied and exciting halt-time shows at the football games. Through the years these shows have Passing lr thrilled many thousands of fans at both home and away games. Many hours of practice are put into these shows in Am-gust before school begins, and in the atterrv: c. 'ter school hours, during the months of foot?-. season. During the year, the band is continually re- quested to appear in parades, shows, and many programs held by various organizations in the school and community. Examples of this popu- larity are evidenced by their appearance at the Kiwanis Minstrel and the Senior Play. The band again won first place in the annual Armistice Day Parade, this year held at Charleroi. ln December the band was represented by Jim Sinclair, Gust Panagiotis, and Carl Loane at First Row: L. Seibel, B. Griffin, L. Bell, L. Brightwell, M. Fulton, L. Arena, C. Parr, N. Roberts, M. Spatafore Second Row: J. Swart, E. McMurray, N. Rowell, E. Temple, M. Acker, J. Patton, B, Joseph, C. Loane, R. Ross, T. Zenner, Paul Harding idirectorl Third Row: S. Stewart, O, Petronka, L. Sitka, W. Martin, J. Napper, W, Decker, W. Schollaert, J. Archer, D. Ullom, J. Bissett Fourth Row: R. Geho, L. McVicker, H. McCurry, R. Burig, F. Bunner, J. Smith, A. McNary, R. Smith, J. Hanna, R. Smith Fifth Row: F. Jones, K. Burt, R. Fiorletta, C. Wells, W. Richardson, T. Tucker, N. Sharp, S. Scott, R. Waychoff leview the District Band Festival held at Irwin, and again by Gust at the State Band held at State College. During the wintef rf - Ars the newly organized all brass pep ban.l ,ed for the many pep as- semblies. The complete band followed the bas- ketball team to their WPIAL play-oFf games at the Pitt Field House. On the night of April 9 the band appeared in all its glory at the annual spring concert. This year's concert was called Silver Jubilee in com- memoration of the 25th anniversary of the band. As usual, the band surprised the many parents and friends who attended by their amazing change from the blaring fanfares and quicken- ing rhythms of the marches they had thrilled to at football games and parades to the varied and interesting rhythms of the concert music. This year's band received much recognition in the School Musician, a magazine published on a nation-wide basis and designed to interest directors and music students alike. An article written by Mr, Harding about last year's State Band, which was held in Washington, appeared in the October issue. Many other smaller articles about Wash High's band have appeared in the Teen Age section. On Commencement night 32 seniors will play their instruments in the Washington High School Band for the last time. But the remain- ing members and new members from the Junior Band play on into the summer in preparation for a new year. The marching band of Wash High is never complete without the high-stepping maiorettes. Smartly dressed in their white and gold uniforms and twirling their glistening batons, the maior- ettes lead the band at parades and football games, and with their intricate maneuvers and interesting patterns have pleased many specta- tors. At the basketball play-offs at the Pitt Field House, the maiorettes again appeared with an intricate routine while the band supplied the music from the stands. Later in the year, the girls were called upon to usher at the annual spring concert of the band. DAVID HILL, Head Drum Maior This year's corps of twelve maiorettes and flag swingers was chosen by veteran members of the band. After practicing many hours dur- ing the summer, the girls were asked to appear individually for try-outs. They were checked on personality, personal appearance, and march- ing and twirling ability. Mr. Harding found this method very satisfactory as the girls proved their capability by turning in excellent perform- ances at all the activities of the band in which they performed. MAJORETTES AND FLAG SWINGERS First Row: L. Sitka, S. Graff, D. Fulton, J. Swart, E. Mahromas, S. Stewart Sccond Row: O. Petronka, E. Wagers, J. Reichart, D. Hill, E. McMurray, N. Rowell, C. Day Two On The Aisle Mary Nicolella .. Margaret LaBella . Bonnie Barr . . Barbara Swart Did you notice the girl in the white sweater and blue armband who so capably ushered you to your seat last night? She was one of a group ot lOth, 'l'lth, and 'l2th grade girls belonging to the Usher Club. The club is active the year 'round. They not only grace the athletic events with their presence, but serve efticiently at Spring Play and Commencement as well. Any com- munity tunctions which require ushering call on the services of this group also. And for the first time, they ushered at the W. 8. J. basketball games held in our gym. Their aim is Service with a smile , and each member performed her duties with that purpose in mind. ...,.,.., ,. Head Usher ., ., Assistant Head Usher Secretary Treasurer Members are selected on the basis of scho- lastic rating and must indicate a willingness to take part in school activities. Points are given each time a student ushers, and when a minimum of 600 points is earned, the usher receives her letter. Should she reach 1,200 points, a pin is awarded, and if she obtains 1,800 points, an usher sweater is received. At the end of each school year, a banquet is held for the graduating Seniors. The club is sponsored by Miss Zara Siegel. Mrs. Lois Salko, who resigned at semesters, served as co-sponsor. USHER CLUB First Row: C. Andy, J. Zebraslcy, S. Aloia, M. Peters, H, Super, B. Swart, N. Nicolella, M. LaBella, V. McCullough, S. Bebout, G. Gibson, J. Koontz Seccnd Row: Mrs. Lois Salko fco-spansorl, L. Irwin, N. Steele, J. Natoli, V. Osso, M. Magnone, J. Roupe, B. Humphreys, L. Wagner, C. Stephens, M. Zullo, C. Ward, Zara Sfegel lco-sponsorl Third Row: J. Renz, M. Klinzing, H. Dulce, C. Faust, P. Ruggiero, R. Grimes, S. Stewart, J. Wright, B. Bry- son, P. Myers, H. Levite, M. Mclntire Fourth Row: S. Hissom, R. Zambell, B. Harris, J. Burns, A. McCombs, D. Alsko, D. Sims, M. Burkett, R. Fiorletta, P. Wright Quiet Please! President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Quiet please-others are trying to work! Look in the file under 'organizations'-that may give you the reference you want. These phrases occur frequently in our library, where Miss Laura Robb, our librarian, rules from 8:15 until 4:00 each school day. Serving as her right hand are the members of the Library Council, who help keep the library a reader's paradise. Many duties, such as typ- ing and filing index cards, arranging books on the shelves, collecting fines for over-due books, and checking books in and out, fall upon the shoulders of this hard-working staff. Dolores Alsko Phyllis Ruggiero .lanetgail Reichart Eileen Slotsky A student librarian is on duty each class per- iod, and she is always ready to assist those who have difficulty in finding specific information. Beginning meetings each year are devoted to a study of the library, so that each member is familiar with fiction, current publications, refer- ence books, and general information on how to keep the library operating smoothly. Washington High School should be proud of this group of girls who unselfishly give of their time-so that the student body may have a per- fect place to read, study, or browse. LIBRARY COUNCIL First Row: S. Jeffries, .l. Arena, S. Lott, M. Magnone, P. Ruggiero, D. Alsko, J. Reichart, E, Slotsky, B. Lacock, S. Manfredi, M. Musto, M. LaBella Second Row: S. Hedberg, D. Lacki, M, Craig, S. White, J. Grudi, M. Zullo, M. Minette, S. Bell, P. Probst, F. Williams, M. Belcastro, Miss Robb Clfbrarianl Third Row: N. Kelsey, C. Day, R. Eckert, J, Burch, H. Acker, M. Manning, A. Webb, M. Rollins, M. Mounts, G. Frank, B. Bryson, A. Michelek Fourth Row: P. Forgie, G. Vito, J. Phillips, M, Williams, S. Vacheresse, B. Elliott, E. Showalter, M. Lang- titt, C. Grim, C. Boone Forward Progress Jan Koontz Tom Tucker Francis Dollish David Hill President Vice-President Secretary , Treasurer KEY CLUB First Row: J. Hanna, W. Henry, T, Tucker, J. Koontz, Dr. Harris Csponsorj, F. Dollish, D. Hill, I. Ccnner T. Stricklin Second Row: E. Snyder, J. Aber, W. Viehmann, D. Rippy, J. Stack, J. Safamone, J. Pettit, C. Frank, J. Ruggiero, J. Weber Third Row: C. Kecling, W. Barnes, K, Bachman The Key Club is an international organiza- tion, sponsored by local branches of the Kiwanis Club, in the principal cities of the United States. Under the leadership of their president, Jan Koontz, this year's Key Club has done an out- standing iob in living up to its purpose of ser- vice for the school and community. Beside the annual proiects of selling football and wrestling programs, the members worked in the refresh- ment stands, painted the letters for auditorium seating, conducted the Easter assembly, and , M. Resnick, G. Jardine, R. Howard, G. Dyer, J. Perry many other proiects of lesser importance. This year the club raised money for sending a Care package and bought a new Bible for the school by holding a dance after one of the bas- ketball games. Working in cooperation with the Sorores Club and the Y. M. C. A., the club helped to sponsor a series of character-building talks by prominent citizens of the community. The entire student body was invited to these Teen Talks. Readiness For Service President . Vice President Secretary Treasurer Foremost among the clubs of Washington High School is the Sorores Club, organized in 1932 when classes moved into the present build- ing. This is an honor group-with the member- ship elected on the following qualifications: ex- cellence of character, ability in leadership, wil- lingness to serve the school, and studious attitude toward class work. There are 27 members in this year's club-T3 Seniors and l4 Juniors. Traditionally, the club's main project was providing the children at the Chilclren's Home . June Koontz Barbara Bryson Gayle Gibson Nancy Sharp with Christmas gifts. Semi-weekly meetings were based around a theme of Broadening Your Horizons and out- side speakers provided interesting phases of this topic. With two other clubs, they helped to spon- sor the Teen Talks -a series of eight interesting hours with leaders coming from the various pro- fessions of Washington. The Club is advised by Miss Lena Lively, who also was the organizer. SORORES CLUB First Row: M. Harbaugh, C. Andy, H, Super, J. Koontz, G, Gibson, B. Bryson, N. Sharp, M. Paustenbach, A. Michelek, M. Fulton Second Row: E. Martin, J. Wright, S. Stewart, S. Fair, L. Bell, P. Myers, N. Rowell, S. Scott, M. Mclntire, J, Reichart, Miss Lively Cadviserl Third Row: E. Wagers, E. McMurray, D, Alsko, J. Burns, A. Bartolott, L. Engle College Hopefuls G0-T0-COLLEGE CLUB First Row: M. Harbaugh, C. Andy, M. Nicolella, M. Paustenbach, H. Super, N. Sharp, A. Michelek, P. Myers, A. Siegel, G, Gibson, J. Koontz, M. Fulton Second Row: H. Alexas, E. Slotsky, C, Swaggard, M. Hugi, C. Manes, J. Roupe, B. Bryson, J. Reichart, C. Stephens, D. Gray, M. Minette, L. Brightwell, Miss McEnrue Cadviserj Third Row: P. Forgie, S. Scott, S. Stewart, P. Ruggiero, C. Boone, J. Swart, F. Wright, B. Goldfarb, K. Aber, B. Elliott Fourth Row: J. Burns, M. Reese, S. Hissom, J. Babbitt, C. White, S. Vacheresse, M. Mclntire The Go-To-College Club is organized to help college preparatory students become better ac- quainted with college requirements, activities on campus, and the advantages of one college as compared with another. The membership is open to any Senior high school girl who hopes to attend college. Miss Sarah McEnrue is the club sponsor. This year the club learned about various types of work in the home economics field, school life at Grove City, activities on the Allegheny campus, Penn State, Thiel, California State President . .. Vice President . . Secretary-Treasurer , Teachers, Wilson, and Wooster. Representatives from these schools often provide the program, alumni return to give their views of the college they selected, and film strips of campus life are shown to give the members a view of their fu- ture four years. The club's purpose is to interest the group in pursuing some type of higher education and to prepare them for better participation in col- lege life. Catalogues of the various schools are available and any person interested in school beyond the high school level is eligible to ioin. Audrey Michelek . ,. Nancy Sharp . Patty Myers Boniour -- Buenos Dias President Vice President Secretary Treasurer The Spanish and French courses taught at Washington High School are the answer to youth's universal desire for broader horizons. In addition, they are promoters of international good will. Next to travel, the study of places and people, customs and cultural accomplish- ments helps students understand the countries whose languages they are learning to read and speak. Arlene Moore Bill Henry Barbara Bryson Irwin Conner Through the Modern Foreign Language Club these aims are accomplished as the members put on plays, skits, and songs in French and Spanish. Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month. Miss Marino is the sponsor of this group. The Christmas program included carol sing- ing in both Spanish and French. Movies have been shown on Mexico and France at club meet- ings. MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGE CLUB First Row: J. Miller, C. Manes, A. Siegel, L. Keenan, W. Henry, A. Moore, B. Bryson, I. Conner, R. Ranko, C, Trapuzzano, H. Headley, I. Borowski Second Row: R. Burig, G. lsirninger, C. Day, V. Clay, D. Gray, K. Aber, B. Elliott, C. Perry, R. Frazier R. Zollars, C. Frank Third Row: R, Ghrist, R, Davis, R. Robertson, R. Nystrom, G. Peters, G. Moore, H. Parry, J. Dean, R. Strawn Fourth Row: M. Carmichael, D. Dillie, D. Carmichael, L. Richmond, R. Bookman Lights, Camera, Action! President Vice President Secretary-Treasurer James Hoy Robert Howard Guy Jardine STUDENT OPERATORS STAFF First Row: T. Dobbie, E. Rowland, J. Cox, G. Jardine, J. Hoy, R. Howard, J. Fair, R. Grim Second Row: H. Pitzer, R. Silvers, T, Snyder, J. Salamone, D. Ullom, W. Davidson, R. Bell, J, McClelland, E. McCausland Third Row: C. Hoy, F. Moore, R. Strawn, R. Piatt, J. Mikuta, L, Bright Any period of the day, S. O. S. members scurry from floor to fioor, with movie reels tucked under an arm, on their way to show Les Mis- erables to a French class, How to Build a Healthy Body to a Health class, or some other educational film to another group. Recognizing visual education as a necessary part of our school training, these boys are trained to show films when requested. Requirements for this service club are pass- ing grades and one study hall a day. Boys land this is a male worldj are selected from 8th and 9th grades and are trained to operate all types of proiectors. During this training period, they are not officially members of this club, but on the completion ot their basic training are then voted into the group. Meetings are held the tirst Wednesday of each month, with the time devoted to the use and care of the equipment. In addition to the movie equipment, this staff handles all the sound and lighting equipment on the stage as well as the daily devotions over the P. A. system. This very active group ot boys provides a worthwhile service to our school, and we owe much to Mr. Kratt, the sponsor, who has devoted a great deal of time to teach the members how to use this equipment. Girls Athletic Association ll ll Club GIRLS' ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION First Row: E. Fleet, E. Davis, C. Wells, P. Engle, S. Brown, D. Wise, V. McCullough, J. Umplwrey Second Row: B. Bryant, M. Spatafore, C. Jones, S. Collar, J. Easterbrook, L. Brightwell, Donley, O. Petronka, M. McKenzie Third Row: S. Law, B. Griffin, A. Krzeczowski, C. Bryant, B. Merkle, B. Sekorky W CLUB First Row: J. Dever, R. Presto, J, Dean, J. Hoy, W. Braner, L. Rush, R. Presto, R. Haines, Ruggiero, D. Connelly, J. Simon Second Row: R. Boone, P. George, N. Petronka, B. Porto, M. Desiderio, P. Celani, A. Corn R. Wheeler, J. Celani, Mr. Petrone fadvisert Third Row: C. Geary, J. Comfort, R. Jackman, J. Koontz, D. Henderson, R. Bockman, Sacco, J. Marsh, R. Howard Fourth Row: W. Felton, C. Pryor, C. Grinage, R. Ward 102 Hickman, M N. Steele, K J. Interval, J etti, J. Holston R. Crowe, D Boys' Camera Clu Girls' Camera Clu Pretty As A Picture BOYS' CAMERA CLUB First Row: R. Bruno, H. Beatty, T. Striclclin, R. McClay, C. Gunnerson Second Row: Curtis Kerns, ladviserl, W, Barrows, W, Schollaert, W. Decker, J. Archer, D. Ullom, J, Hackney GIRLS' CAMERA CLUB First Row: P. Mirto, B. Phillips, P, Thompson, J, Boone, C. Dupke, T. Mirto, M, Yoders, M. Miscio, B, Flowers, E, Hoy, P. Greer, S. Jeffries Second Row: L. Began, L. Beverly, B. Pryor, P. Prolost, M. Roll'ns, J. Jurkovsky, D. Bryner, H. Burke, E. Johnson, J. Anderson, S. Gunnerscn, M. Naylor, Eliza Grable lcadviserl Third Row: B. Prosser, M. Naylor, J. Romboski, P. Popeck, D. Hughes, V. Wright, P. Forgie, B, DiVincenzo, M. Wright, M. DeSarro, M. Delaclw Fourth Row: M. Allen, C. Burgess, C. Behringer, S. Vacheresse, J, Pettit, C. White, S. Burgess 103 12th GRADE Y-TEENS First Row: L Sitka, E, Wcgers, G. Gibson, B. Elliott, B. Bryson, J. Reichurt, A. Michelek, O, Petronko Second Row: J. Koontz, C. McWhorter, J. Roupe, G. Ritchie, C. Sims, J. Swort, E. McMurray, Z. Kern, M. Klinzing, N. Rowell, S, Scott llth GRADE Y-TEENS First Row: M. Hcirbough, C. Andy, M. Poustenboch, H. Super, G. Rosello, S. Stewart, N. Shorp, C. Swag- gord, E. Martin, E. Capo, H. Alexos, L. Thomos Second Row: E. Stondiford, B. Dillon, M. Hugi, D. Summers, L. Brightwell, J. Wright, S. Foir, M. Minetti, M. Zullo, M. Rollins, R. Grimes, P. Ruggiero, Miss Bryson lodviserl Third Row: J. Babbitt, M, Reese, M. Mortin, R. Wuycholt, M. Patterson, P. Myers, R. Fiorletto, P. Wright, S. Hissom Fourth Row: M. Patterson, M. Mclntire, R. Zombell, P. Neff, A. Bortolott, L. Engle, C. Burkhart 104 12ih Gracle Y-Teens Hih Grade Y-Teens 1Oih Grade Y-Teens 9th Grade Y-Teens 105 10th GRADE Y-TEENS First Row: S. Manfredi, M. Huston, P. Gray, M. Harris, P. Holmes, S. Hedberg, C. Day, A. Holden, A, Siegel, M. Monsour, M. Henderson, N. McVicker, P. Agnew Second Row: M, Klinzing, G. Frank, J. Thompson, C. Dorisio, F. Nelson, M. Craig, D. Gibson, P, Jamison, E. Slotsky, M, Mounts, D. Lacki, J. Kapsi, A. Martin, E. Mahramas Third Row: N. Cancelmi, F, Williams, P. Probst, P. Forgie, B. Merkel, B. Goldfarb, M. Morrow, A. Webb, M. Manning, D. Kughn, N. Peters, C. Boone, J. Bedillion Fourth Row: E. Showalter, E. Jones, P. Moulton, S. Vacheresse, N. Pettit, L. Barney, L. Braden, J. Pettit 9th GRADE Y-TEENS First Row: D. Johnson, T. Mirto, S. Rockwell, J. Syrek, R. Knestrick, A. Ghrist, P. Hugi, E. Smith, N. Carroll, B. Byrnes, L. Rodsky, S. Dutton, R. Parry Second Row: B. Carroll, N. Burns, M. Moore, P. Ross, N. Braner, C. French, G. Morris, L. Beck, L. Simpson, P. Wise, R. Wheatley, D. Churchill, M. Holmes, J. Walters Third Row: H. Gottshall, S. Morris, J. Jardine, J. Witzeling, V, Grimm, N. Murner, C. Decovich, B. Martin, S. Whiteman, L. Cunningham, M. Musto, B. Brookman, M. Belcastro Fourth Row: C. Potts, R. Peterson, M. Eckland, P. Drylie, J. Brynes, J. Morris, B. Sorgie, J. Dctterer, M, DeSorro, N. Goss, M. Williams, M. Langtitt, S. King, C. Northover, B. Mawhinney, L. Meneely 8th GRADE Y-TEENS First Row: P, Mirto, E. Smagner, B. Hunt, D. Ruton, E. Hoy, Elizabeth Kuder ladviserl, F. Thompson, L. French, B. Sims, J. Hixenbaugh, S. Masters, P. Thompson Second Row: J. Boone, B, Phillips, P. Greer, C. McGlumphy, E. Mathis, S. Elias, J. French, M. Bonus, N, Johnson, P. Zullo, J, Doria, N. West, P. Ward Third Row: S, McWhorter, D. McCombs, M. McKeeny, C. Brown, S. Sekorky, C. Nczpolitan, D. Lehew, S. Morris, C. Elder, C. McClosky, J. Bryant, R. Burke Fourth Row: P. McWhorter, D, Dunn, P, Popeck, S, Boswell, C. Corey, M. Mitchell, J. Anderson, L. Hart, E. Bell, V. Miller, D. McVicker, C. Parsons Fifth Row: K. Cobun, D. Ross, C, Hissom, B. Hoffman, C. Dupke, S, Ezersky, C, Anthony, R. Johnson, J. Kershinsky LINCOLN BRANCH Y-TEENS First Row: E. Fleet, G. Hairston, E. Davis, H. Holmes, L. Law, B. Coleman, J, Henderson, T. McNeal, C. Wells, M. Allen, C. Gatlin, B. Dickerson, B. Taylor Second Row: P. Brown, E. Ward, B. Bryant, J. Henderson, M. Colbert, M, Burton, L. Beverly, J. McDonald, L. Bogan, R, Barbour, A. Brown, M. Garnett Third Row: C. Jones, S. Boker, O. Bailey, H. Acker, M. McKenzie, B. Younger, B. Griffin, A. Dandridge, M. McGruder, E. Strothers, M. Barbour, M. Jackson Fourth Row: C. Bryant, S. Brown, A. Strothers, S. Anderson, G, Williams, M. Pryor, P, Williams, S. Law, B, Pryor, J. Cook, J, Williams 8th Grade Y-Teens Lincoln Branch Y-Teens The W Club at Wash High consists of letter- men from the various sports. It helps bring about a better cooperation between the sports and the boys who participate in them. The club is spon- sored this year by Mr. Petrone. Meetings are held once a month, and a picnic is held in June to close the activity for the year. Officers are: President, Richard Presto, Vice President, Lloyd Rush, Secretary, Robert Haines, Treasurer, Wil- liam Braner. The Girls' Athletic Association is an organ- ized group of girls from 9th through l2th grade, who are interested in such sports as basketball, volley ball, badminton, and other athletic activi- ties. Each year awards are presented on the basis of a point system. The purpose of this club is to encourage sportsmanship, and widen ac- quaintances between the students. The council is composed of 28 girls and is advised by Miss Beatrice Woodward. President Shirley Brown, secretary-treasurer Peggy Engle, and point-re- corder Jean Hickman comprise the officers. The Boys' Camera Club has a unique system of officers. Each boy who has been a member of the club for one year or longer serves an equal term as president. During this term of service, the boy is responsible for a club project. Of the projects undertaken this year, probably the most important is the complete rebuilding program going on in the dark room. James Archer serves as secretary-treasurer, and Mr. Curtis Kerns is the adviser. The Girls' Camera Club has had a very suc- cessful year under the leadership of Marcia Yo- ders. The chief objective of the club is to stimu- late interest in photography as a hobby. Mr. Ron Christman was guest speaker at one of the regu- lar meetings and later conducted the girls on a tour of the photographic and engraving depart- ment of the Observer Publishing Company. A visit to the annual show of the Washinaton Cam- era Club was also on the agenda. When time and facilities permit, the girls learn to develop and print their own pictures. Other officers in- clude: Theresa Mirto, vice president, Mona Mis- cio, treasurer, and Carol Dupke, secretary. Miss Eliza Grable advises the club. ' The 12th grade Y-Teen group selected as officers for the 1952-53 year Barbara Elliott as president, Gayle Gibson, vice president, Barbara Bryson, secretary, Janetgail Reichart, treasurer, Audrey Michelek, program chairman, and Ethel Wagers as assistant program chairman. Norma Rowell was selected as Y-Teen sweetheart from this group. The club took part in the Christmas Hanging of the Greens and Easter programs. The T'Ith grade Y-Teens under the leader- ship of Miss Dorothy Bryson, had as their devo- tional theme-the women of the Bible. Programs included a buzz session with juvenile delinquen- cy, dating, and YWCA as topics for survey. This group was responsible for the Hanging of the Greens program, and also the Christmas assem- bly, with the 9th grade club as co-workers. Y- Teen sweetheart from this club was Beckv Grimes, who was also chosen as the Sweetheart. Those with perfect attendance at all meetings will go to the Bryson Camp this spring for an outing. The 10th grade Y-Teens have chosen as their leaders Sonja Hedberg, president, Carol Day, vice president, Patty Holmes, secretary, Alma Holden, treasurer, and Jean Helicke as pro- gram chairman. Among their activities they had a covered dish supper and a talent show. Selected as their candidate for Sweetheart was Ann Webb. The 9th grade Y-Teens held meetings month- ly. Along with Miss Bryson's llth grade group, they helped stage and put on a Christmas play which later became part of the Christmas assem- bly at WHS. A Co-Ed party was on the agenda for March. The club's 62 members chose Pat Hugi, Elaine Smith, Anna Grist, Nancy Carroll, and Ra- chel Knestrick as their officers. For a newly organized club, the 8th grade Y-Teens have accomplished many outstanding things. But the most spectacular was their par- ticipation in the heart fund. About 20 of the group worked on the street collecting funds for this worthy cause. The officers are: president, Dorothy Rutan, vice president, Rose Ann Cimino, secretary, Elsie Hoy, treasurer, Frieda Thompson, and program chairman, Linda French. The Lincoln Y-Teens are-divided into two groups-the juniors, from 8th and 9th grades, and the seniors, from 10th through the l2th grade. The two clubs combined sponsor Teen- Age socials every Friday evening. The proceeds go to improve the Y building. One of the most important projects was the purchase of new chairs. At Christmas they put on a play at Mor- ganza. A Sweetheart Dance was held in Feb- ruary and a Cotton Ball later in the spring. Offi- cers for the junior group include Barbara Cole- man, Mae Allen, Joyce Henderson, Lois Law, and Beverly Younger. For the senior group, Christine Wells, Thermie McNeal, Helen Holmes, and Shir- ley Brown serve as officers. One of the new organizations of the school this year is the Science Club for the 9th grade students. The members meet the second and fourth Wednesday of each month in order that they might further their general scientific knowl- edge. The officers are: president, Robert Kim- mins, treasurer, Lawrence Wood, program chair- man, James Hackney. Miss Helen Manes is the adviser. The T952-53 school year saw a second new club organized and functioning in the school- the Junior Secretarial Club. Membership is re- stricted to students majoring in business educa- tion. During the year, programs were presented by members of the club. In addition, outstand- ing leaders in the field of business education, representing universities and private schools in the Pittsburgh area, were guest speakers. Officers are: president, Margaret LaBella, vice president, Nancy Young, secretary, Lois Arena, treasurer, Mary Spatafore. Mr. lrving Gottlieb is the faculty sponsor. SENIOR ENSEMBLE First Row: M. Harbaugh, C. Boone, E. Standiford, J. Bedillion, A, Martin, D. Gibson, N, Sharp, L, Barney Second Row: Mrs. Richardson ldirectori, R. Fiorletta, P. Lacock, R. Folio, N. Pettit, J. Wright, C. Knestrick GIRLS GLEE CLUB First Row: P. Hugi, E. Capo, M. Hugi, J, Koontz, G, Gibson, D. Lyle, P. Probst, P. Forgie, N. Peters, H. Duke ' Second Row: S, Whiteman, B, Dever, B, Brookman, L, Engle, B. Malone, Mrs. Richardson ldirectorl, P. Drylie, P. Paxton, E. Craig, B. Neilson, M. Marrabell Third Row: M. Minette, D. Fulton, M, Mesta, M. Morrow, N. Elliott, N. Steele, N. Wagner, S. Fair, M. Harris 108 Down Melody Senior Ensemble Girls Glee Club Lane Senior Girls Chorus Junior High Mixed Chorus 109 SENIOR GIRLS CHORUS First Row: B. Lacock, P. Gray, C. Jones, S. Brown, M. Wise, L. Bogan, J. Gordon, J. Thompson, E. Slotsky N. Swart, B. Wise, O. Bailey Second Row: A. Strothers, E. Davidson, D, Umshares, R, Eckert, J. Schaffer, E. Jones, S. Dombrosky, A Sherman, P. Elliott, R. Mantia, A. Bartolott, Mrs. Richardson ldirectori Third Row: M. Mclntire, S. Frye, M. Korte, S. Brown, E. Showalter, M. Moore, N. Steed JUNIOR HIGH MIXED CHORUS First Row: W. Bruno, J, Nicolella, W. Taylor, W. Miller, R. Hott, R. Easingwood, D. Markley, J. Freeman R. Grim Second Row: M. Bonus, L, Burt, B. Callender, N. Elliott, S. Stafford, B. Swan, J. Doria, P. Cook, C. Scott B. Cousins, P. Frederick, T. Comfort Third Row: A. Hunt, N, Johnson, L. Cunningham, S. Morris, C. French, A, Klinzing, C. Hughes, C. Elder S. Dutton, T. Mirto, G. Morris, L. Simpson, B, Carroll, R, Knestrick, C, Alberta, Mr. Boak fdirectori Fourth Row: H. Bosson, C, Dupke, M. DeSarro, B. Wise, M. Jackson, C. Potts, R. Peterson, J. Brownlee R. King, D. Stollar, B. Witzeling, B, Wheeler, M. Dobscha, C. Gunnerson Fifth Row: R. Moore, R. Comfort, J. Henderson, J. Phillips, D. Conger, I., Jackson, D. Hammond, J Romboski, L. Gump, R. Interval, D. Anchors, J. Kittle Sixth Row: R. Mace, D. Morris, C, Bryant, J. McCluskey, B. Mawhinney, J. Morris, C. Northover, S, King M. Weimer, N, Barr, P. Kinder wnn....4,-f Top Leff: MIXED QUARTETTE-Clyde Perry, Eileen Top Right: MALE QUARTETTE-Richard Celoni, Pete Mciriin, Hilda Duke, Hcrold Smith Celcxni, Clyde Perry, John Celcmi Cenier: SENIOR TRIO--Mcrriorie Hurbcnugh, Nancy Sharp, Rita Fiorle-Ho, JoAnn Wright, accompanist Lower Lefl: LOCKETTES-Carol Boone, Pcilli Locock, Lower Right: SILVERTONES-Soulene Brown, Cor Pliscillu Forgie, Ann Sniilli, Pvggy Prrvlusi, Fluinv me-lfflri lones, Mabel Wisff, Sl1irlPy Brown Slwowcnller 110 The Junior High Chorus, under the direc- tion of Mr. Jack Boak, has had a very good year. The chorus won first place in the Forensic League Contest at Charleroi. This choral group consists of eighty-four boys and girls of the eighth and ninth grades. They were presented before the school for the first time in the Christ- mas assembly. Other activities included o pro- gram of music presented at the First United Pres- byterian Church. The year was brought to a close by the presentation of a concert. Serving as accompanists for this music group are Geor- gette and Suzette Morris. Thirty-one members make up the Senior Chorus this year. The Christmas assembly was their only appearance before the student body. Lee Richmond, Patsy Gray, and Rose Ann Cimino are the accompanists. The Senior Ensemble, comprised of thir- teen tenth and eleventh grade girls had a suc- cessful year. Activities included the Christmas and Easter assemblies and an appearance at the Second Presbyterian Church. The group also attended the Forensic League Contest at Charleroi. The Senior Trio, organized from the above group, consists of first soprano, Nancy Sharp, second soprano, Marjorie Harbaugh, and alto, Rita Fiorletta. Accompanying them are .JoAnne Wright or Carol Knestrick. The Mixed Chorus this year consists of thirty-seven members. Carol Faust, Clyde Perry, and Jerry Porto serve as accompanists. A new organization of the T952 school year is the Mixed Quartette of Eileen Martin, soprano, Myrna Hugi, alto, Clyde Perry, tenor, and Har- old Miller, bass. The group received first place honors in the Forensic League Contest and par- ticipated in the Christmas Assembly. The Girls' Glee Club consists of thirty-two girls, meeting special requirements. Their ap- pearances of the year included the Christmas and Easter assemblies. During the second sem- ester, the Girls' Glee Club Trio was formed, com- posed of Maureen Minette, first soprano, June Koontz, second soprano, and Gayle Gibson, alto. The Trio attended the Forensic League Contest also, taking third place. Hilda Duke and Mar- lene Mesta serve as accompanists. The Sophomore Trio is a new organization of this year. Nancy Pettit, soprano, Donna Gib- son, second soprano, and Minna Morrow, alto, compose this group. All of their singing was done outside of school. This included singing at church meetings and Girl Scout meetings among others. The Celani Male Trio was another new- comer this year. John Celani, first tenor, Richard Celani, lead, and Pete Celani, baritone, com- prise this trio. Clyde Perry accompanies the group, which was formed from the Mixed Cho- rus. The Lockettes are another newly organized music group. This sextette is composed of Peggy Probst and Priscilla Forgie, altos, Elaine Sho- walter and Patti Lacock, second sopranos, Carol Boone and Ann Smith, sopranos. The group sang at a Library Club program and for Christ- mas devotions. 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After a month of rehear- sals, this turned out to be the presentation of Go West, Young Man given November 25 by the Senior Class. The entire play was enacted in the living room of Jan Willis' Dude Ranch, the Double X. Two love affairs, a black notebook worth 550,000 and comical dudes all aided in unraveling the plot which came to an unexpected climax, as the curtain came down on the final scene. Km... Jane Willis Tillie Beggs Alkali Al Harry Martin Wes Hopper Ken Thornton Charlotte Stone Fran Davis Bimsie Roberts Edith Roberts Alicia Pringle Thomas Stanley Liz Stone Count Dino Pozwolski CAST 'sit Ethel Wagers Cathy Sims . Kenny Burt Dave Selway Bill Henry Dave Williams Barbara Bryson Gayle Gibson Shirley MacKenzie Barbara Harris June Swart Dick Miller Helene Levite Guy Jardine News Hounds First Row: W. Arnett, E. McCausland, P. Johnson, M. Magnone, C. Stephens, C. Dillie, R. Palli Second Row: J. Weber, R. McVehil, W. Belcastro, J. Reichart, S. Scott Behind the completed copy of your school newspaper is a group of hard-working indivi- duals with a variety of different jobs to do. Put- ting out a paper is not a snap as many people seem to think. At the beginning of the year, the collection of advertising is a maior problem. This confronts the staff members as they are engaged in the nerve-wracking art of molding their first news- paper while in the process of learning. Charles Dillie posts the assignments and each member is responsible for certain stories. After the news has been turned in, Dick Palli selects features and advertising for pages one and four, and Charles, for pages two and three. Final analysis is made by faculty adviser, Gaylord Hartman, and the O. K. is put on all news items and recorded in the grade book. Page one contained feature write-ups of front page importance to the student body. The second page was the editorial page, and printed club news as well. Page three car- ried the story of our sports whirl, and the final page, items of interest on both iunior high and senior high level. Finally the dummy copy is completed and goes tothe printer. This takes ten days, then the copy is returned, re-checked by the staFf, and dis- tributed to you by members ofthe staff. Managing Editor Assignment Editor Sports . . Exchange Editor , Features , ,. Clubs , Home rooms .. . Circulation .. Typists .. , EDITORIAL DEPARTMENT , , Richard Palli . Charles Dillie Bill Belcastro . . . Janie McWreath .. .. Marianne Magnone . .. Janetgail Reichart, Amy Salsberry . Sara Lee Scott, Connie Stephens .. ..,. .. ,..,.. ,.,..,,. . . Gladys Ritchie . , Connie Stephens, Sara Lee Scott, Amy Salsberry, Marianne Magnone, Janetgail Reichart Reporters . . .. . , Edward McCausIand, Portia Johnson, William Arnett, Richard McVehil BUSINESS DEPARTMENT Business Manager . ., Gladys Ritchie Advertising Manager . . .. ,. John Weber Faculty AdVlSel' .... Gaylord Hqrtmgn SCIENCE CLUB First Row: B. Wise, D. Putman, L. Beverly, M. Allen Second Row: E. Samson, R. Kimmins, D. Craig, L. Wheeler, P. Mohr, Miss Manes Cadviserj Third Row: D. Conger, W. Gray, T. Cahill, J. Hackney JUNIOR SECRETARIAL CLUB First Row: J. Zebraslcy, D. Fedor, E. D'Agostino, M. Nicolella, J. Arena, N. Young, M. LaBella, M. Spata- fore, S. Aloia, L. Kinnan, S. Johnson, C. McWhorter Second Row: P. Knox, O. Petronka, L. Thomas, C. Sims, S. Bell, J. Grudi, S. White, S. Fletcher, H. Levite, E. Martin, A. Michele-lc, Mr. Gottlieb Qadviserj Third Row: E. Hartzell, E. Wagers, P. Klinzing, M. Burkett, P. Polinski, R. Waychoff, M. Rollins, L. Bell, M. Reese, J. Swart, B. Swart Fourth Row: N. Rowell, Z. Kern, G. Vito, M. Klinzing, L. Engle, A. Bartolott, D. Alsko, A. McCornbs 115 Science Club Junior Secretarial Club Variety ls The Spice Cf A haven for those who wish to dabble in arts and crafts outside the regular class day was found in this year's Sketch and Craft Club. The two main purposes are to encourage arts and crafts and to be a service club for the school and community. The clulo's first activity was a Hallo- we'en Mask 'n Dance , which proved quite a success. Mr. John Grossman, who also serves as art supervisor for the city schools, is the adviser of the group. lt is his belief that this club should not be a mass production unit-but that each in- dividual should be permitted to do that which interests him most. As a result, the members engage in weaving, soap carving, and making useful and eye-catching articles. Life During Christmas vacation a small kiln was installed, and the group worked on ceramics, fashioning interesting articles of clay and decor- ating them. To further this interest a trip was made to the Canonsburg Pottery. As a service to the school and community the individual members contributed posters for dances, plays, and general good manners about school. This is a group of students with plans to go far and make their presence felt in our school life. A display in the first floor show case keeps the student body informed of the club activities, as student examples of art and hand crafts are exhibited. SKETCH AND CRAFT CLUB First Row: Roger Grim, Margaret Garnet, Loretta Beverly, Gloria Williams, Barbara Pryor, Sandra Baker Second Row: Mr. Grossman fadviserl, William Polan, Joyce Phillips, Nancy Elliott, Delbeftt Cortger, Hattie Acker Third Row: Herbert Beatty, Frank Dooley, James Hackney, Barbara Coleman LITTLE PREXIE ADVERTISERS Ready to Serve you and your Community Compliments of WASHINGTON MOULD, MACHINE AND FOUNDRY COMPANY Washington Pennq, CILE'l I'I'S DRUG STORE Just the Place for that After-Date Snack 695 West Chestnut St. Washington, Pa. NEW CORRAL ROOM West Washington's Only Pharmacy DD RANCH Prescriptions Carefully Compounded Telephone 2465 Route I9 North Washington, Pa. 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ALEXY SERVICE STATION VIC T O D l N HI-ARC - ATLANTIC - WHITE FLASH Complete One Stop Service HOME cooKED rooms ' L'1 w 'i'i cashing and T Atlantic Credit Cards Honored Here Tires-Tubes HOME MADE Pies AND DOUGHNUTS ' B1 'j'iet . CCESSOTIES 60 E. Maiden Street Phone Washington 9622 100 Ridge Ave Opposite Bus Terminal A. TRAPUZZANO-Tailor Dinner Jackets -- Tuxedos - rented Above Kirby Shoe Store Route 40 78 North Main Street Phone 1082 Phone 217-R Compliments of STAR SPORTSWEAR SHOP Largest selection of dress sportswear in Washington 53 North Main Street Phone 6876 Compliments of GEORGE WASHINGTON HOTEL W. R. LIPPINCOTT, Manager Compliments of DILLIE MOTOR FREIGHT Washington Pennsylvania 143 LEE-ANN TEA ROOM HOME LAUNDERERS Home Cooked Food We Cater to Card Parties and Banquets 98 Wilson Avenue Washington, Pa. Phone 9909 Hemlock Street Compliments of MORRIS INSURANCE AGENCY WASHINGTON PENNSYLVANIA 86 East Chestnut St. Washington, Pa. Phones--3751-Jp 5493 WASLER FLOWER SHOP 43 N. Jefferson Ave. Canonsburg, Pa. 955 Broad Street Phone 620 Washington Pennsylvania , Insurance For Ever Need Flowers for All Occasions Y Compliments of With an Eye to the Future Join the . . . HARRY S. ANDERSON WASHINGTON COUNTY M0VIn9 and 5f0l'09e YOUNG REPUBLICANS 178 W- WYIIe AYe- WC'5hIn979nf PU- 63 South Main Street Washington, Pa. Phone H9 Ages 'I8 to 40 I44 NEHI BGTTLING COMPANY Bottlers of Nehi Orange Upper 10 Nehi Fruit Punch also Best by taste test Royal Crown Cola 45 Forrest Avenue Phone 652 WASHINGTON, PENNSYLVANIA Compliments of FRAZIER- SIMPLEX, INC. ENGINEERS 81 CONTRACTORS Washington, Pennsylvania Compliments ot TONEY'S BARBER SHOP 86 East Maiden Street Phone 'I36I-J PAUL 8. POST HARDWARE Plumbing and Heating Sporting Goods 172 South Main Street Washington Pennsylvania 145 ROSS INDEPENDENT OIL COMPANY ushington Pennsyl - DISTRIBUTORS- AMOCO GASOLINE - AMOCO TIRES Co pI I F I1 g f the H BEAU JEFF AMOCO STATION Corner West Beau a d J ff Wcshingfo P yl Compliments of RITCHIE AND PIATT FUNERAL HOME RALPH E. PIATT, Successor Ambulance Service 0 C9 cold rolled stainless steel sheets Extreme accuracy and uniformity of gauge, and excellent surface finish provide fabricators with more area per ton, less breakage and lower fabricating and finishing costs. WASHINGTON STEEL CORPORATICDN WASHINGTON, PENNSYLVANIA distributed through steel warehouses everywhere HUSTON DISTRIBUTING CO. Compliments of 54 S ' l A W l't' , P . e 'e venue Us Wo 'J BEATTY TRUCKING COMPANY Wholesale Distributor BLUE STAR POTATO CHIPS 41 Dunn Avenue TOMS CRACKERS, CANDY, ETC, Phone 898 Owner: David Conger Wdshlnglon Pennsylvcmlc C-3'C- 5ERV'CEf WC- c. w. PHILLIPS AND soNs 850 East Maiden Street Washington Pennsylvania 28 North Franklin Street Phone 1536 Hwhen You need mes, see the mon Roofing - Heating - Sheet MetalWork who knows tires best Your U. S. Tire Distributor Phone 437 'I47 WASHINGTON DEALERS ASSOCIATION Washington Pennsylvania BEATTY GMC TRUCK CO. GUY BOLYARD BROWN 81 HUSTED CHARTIERS MOTOR CO. COURSON-BURSON MOTORS, INC. FULTON GARAGE W. D. GARDNER HAHN MOTOR SALES 8. SERVICE INC. MCCLELLAND MOTOR CO. MINNEMEYER MOTOR CO. BOB PROVINS, IMPORTED MOTOR CARS OLD TRAIL MOTORS INC. REICHART MOTOR SALES SCOTT MOTOR CO. SHANNON MOTOR SALES SHARPNACK MOTOR TRUCK CO. WASHINGTON MOTOR SALES GUY WOODWARD Our Patrons Burch's North Side Market Mr. and Mrs. John W. Fox Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gessner Mr. and Mrs. Ralph A. Gibson, Sr. Home Room 304 Home Room 3'I'I Jenny Shop Jas. L. Mencer Esso Servicenter Rapport's Mr. and Mrs. Norman Reese Mr. and Mrs. Jamfes E. SeIway Mr. and Mrs. Herman L. Super Warrick's Dairy Bar 148 INDEX OF ADVERTISERS A Acme Quality Paints, Inc. .... Albert Packing Company ......... Alexy, Chas. E. Service Station ,.... Anderson, Harry S. , ...........,,,. ,. Anderson and Pollock .. Andy Brothers .... .......... Ashmore Flower Shop ....,. .... B Beatty Trucking Company Beau-Jeff Amoco Station ..... Bebout and Barnhill ........,. Borden's Ice Cream .,........ , Britton Contracting Co., Inc. ....... ,. C C.81C. Service, Inc. ....... .,....,.. . Caldwell's .... ,..,,.......,.... .... Ciletti's Drug Store ......,...... Citizens Water Company .....,.. City News .. ..,....t............ ,.....,,..... . . Coca-Cola Bottling Company .........,.. Cowieson, Graham P., Funeral Home D DD Ranch ,....,..,.,........ .......... Dillie Motor Freight ..,.......... ....... Dreamland Restaurant ,.,...... .........,.... Dunbar and Wallace Lumber Co. E Eneix, Don ....,... .. .. ,...,... ., ,..... . Engle's Radio and Marine Service .... F Fashion Hosiery Shop ...... ......,,...... First Federal Savings and Loan ..,..... Frazier-Sfmplex, Inc. ,..........,---.--,- - G George Washington Hotel .. ...,., .. Grant, W. T., Co. ,,,t. ....,..., ........ . H Hart, Jack .., . Hazel Atlas Glass Company ..... Herd Drug Stores .. ., ,. ., Herron, Maude, Beauty Shop ,,,. Home Furniture Company .... . Home Launderers .. ....... .. Hood, Henry G., and Sons ,. Hudson Jewelers . .... ., Huston Distributing Company ..,,. Imperial Cleaners ..... ,. Interval's Dinette .... .,.....--- .I .lahn and Ollier Engraving Co. ..... . Jessop Steel Company ....,.... ...... Jimmie's Servicenter ........... Jones, C. H., and Sons ..,.. . Jones 8- Griest, Inc. ...... K Kirby Shoe Store ....... . ..,.. . Kotchar, Mollie ........ .... Kurtz Bros. ...... .... . .. L Lane, J. M. Agency ...,. ., .,... .. Lang's ...........,..,..... , Lee-Ann Tea Room ......,........ .... Lenk, George L. ........,.. ..,... ,,,......,. . Len's Restaurant and Dairy Bar .,....,. Lincoln Heights Meat Market ....,.. Lydic Printing ...,.........,......., ....., 123 124 143 144 135 128 132 147 146 137 119 142 147 129 118 139 133 118 142 118 143 138 131 135 133 129 140 145 143 132 127 131 142 134 134 144 123 125 147 134 127 126 123 140 123 139 133 129 129 124 125 144 127 124 138 124 M Marshall's Luncheonette ...,...,,,....,.. Marshall, The Store of ............ McDonnell's Flower Shop ....,. Mclntire Bakery ....,,..,.......... McNary Jewelry Store ..,... McWreath, S. B. Dairy .... Meyer, S. A. Company ....,. ,.,,....,....... Miller, S. W. Insurance .........,...,..,...,. Molybdenum Corporation of America Morris Insurance Agency , ........,.,......,. Murphy, G. C. Company , .,.........,...,.. . N Nehi Bottling Company ...,.... ........ P Paul and Post .,.,......,,....,................ Peerless Furniture Company .,,... Penn Commercial College .,..... Penn Sanitary Cleaners ...,....... Penney's ........,.....,............. , ......,, . Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company ..... Phillips, C. W., and Sons Police, Fraternal Order of . .,...,,.. . Q Quitsie's Castle Restaurant , ........ . Reichart Furniture Company ,...,.... Rex Barber Shop ...,...,,.,............. Reynolds, Ben and Company ..,,... Richardson Candy Company ...,., Ritchie and Piatt Funeral Home Ross Independent Oil Company .,,... Sears and Roebuck and Company ,... Selway Termite Company . .,..........., . Sharp's Furniture Store .... .1 ..,..,..... Shiflet Studio ,............,.,....,..,..,..,..... , Singer Sewing Machine Company ...... Smart Gown Shoppe .......,............,... Star Sportswear Shop ...,.....,,..,..... Suwak Trucking Company ..,.,... Templeton's T Drug Store ..,..... ...,..., Thompson Hardware Company ..,.. Toney's Barber Shop ..,...,.,......... Trapuzzano, A., Tailor .........,...... Tygart Valley Glass Company ...,. V Valentine, George, Pharmacist ..... Vance, Robert D., Insurance Co. Variety Bakery .............,...,..,..,....... Victory Diner .... ....... W Warrick, William J., Jr. .,................... . Washington Co. Young Republicans .. Washington Washington Washington Washington Washington Washington Washington Washington Dealers Association ...... and Jefferson College .. Meat Markets ...,....,,........ Mellon Bank .......,....................... ..,.. Mould, Machine and Foundry .. Steel Corporation ..........,......... ..,... Typewriter Company ............ Union Trust Company ...... Wasler Flower Shop ..,.,..,......,.,...,... Weaver, MacDonald Insurance ..... Wiley, Judson, and Sons . ....,.... . Yenko's ..,. Y 142 137 140 142 134 131 136 141 121 144 137 145 145 141 134 138 136 141 147 120 133 137 127 125 129 146 146 132 130 139 138 140 132 143 121 140 121 145 143 119 132 119 133 143 121 144 148 125 134 127 118 147 141 139 144 121 122 121 Thanks To All Who Helped As the time for the issuing of the Little Prexie draws nearer, we look back to the many people who contributed in some way to the production of your yearbook people who helped financially, the faculty who helped collect the subscription money and kept' the records, students who worked untiringly on write-ups and advertising, and finally, the student body itself, who supported the book. First of all, thanks must go to our photographer, Frank Carter, who came at our beck and call, for without his photography, there would be few pictures of your school life. To James R. McWilliams of the Jahn and Ollier Engraving Company, we say thanks. His help in planning difficult lay-outs, divi- sion pages, and in seeing that our copy reached its destination were really appreciated. We are indebted to Walter Wyant and Kurtz Bros., for their special interest in seeing that our book was printed as we wanted it. Also through their interest, we got the cover design of our choice. To Charles Arnold of the Observer Publishing Company our special thanks for the picture of Dr. Horner, the division page for sports, and the candid action shots of the Aliquippa-Wash High foot- ball game at Pitt Stadium. Hettie Osborne and Shirley Varner, with the help of Mr. Grossman of our Art Department, designed our division pages and did the art work. And so, a special Oscar to them for their assistance. Shiflet Studios furnished our underclass pictures, getting them to us in record time, so that we were able to meet our first dead- line with the engraver. Thus, you have seen the names of those people who were responsible for producing the 1953 Little Prexie. Without their co- operation, we would never have been able to present you with this record. We hope you like it. LITTLE PREXIE STAFF 150 Senior Commencement Speakers First Row: Jan Koontz, Gayle Gibson, June Koontz Second Row: Barbara Harris, Francis Dollish, Barbara Bryson 151 vw ,L-,,,,' ,,.,. .yan . J.-M l, ' Q your auwgraph f J N 7 1 .., g'p: 'i W. J A. . I fig if 1: s 1 wir? V k his ' 4 b., a 5 U 1 A L is W 5 we 012m EW. WEJIZZII if jg?,,,.,s4.... xv gQ,g.Q.f WMF ,f f l .Q b y ., 'f 4f :,, ::,g,f'3Q.vV 7 :15 X K 'QM 3 4900 M 12 K NNW +-MW, ,,.,miWr M-W Sw. T f . ' .rw-S-ww, f A , M kr M ' 'Mmm wma W, A W .. XQNsN'hh.., fm..5-3.1 xv!! :ami K Xf.TbQvN'SAbQdAasin'zY4fJfl,5i.naf P + wlxxv Q-fffiff Mr .ff f '15