West Chester High School - Garnet and White Yearbook (West Chester, PA)

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THE GARNET AND WHITE 25 ELIZABETH RETTEW General “A charm tc banish grief away, To snatch the frown from care, From tears to smiles make dullness gay, Spread gladness everywhere.” Dramatic C ub I. II. III. IV; History Club I. II. III. IV; Art Club I. II. Ill; President IV; French Club II. Ill, IV; Second Prize Sophomore Essay II: Hockey Squad I. II: Second Team III; Varsity IV; Assistant Hockey Manager Hi: Barkctball Squad I. II. Ill, IV: Assistant Basketball Manager III; Gir s' Publicity Manager IV; Science Club IV: Class Lieutenant II. III. IV: Operetta II. Ill: Peg O’ My Heart’’ IV; Play for Junior High IV: Art Editor of GARNET AND White; IV: Assistant Literary Editor GARNET AND WHITE III: Tennis Manager III: Tennis Team III. IV; Joseph S. Evans’ Prize Speaking Contest I. II: Honor Point Letter II. “Libby once said that she spends over half her time laugh- ing. We believe it. Her humor is a cure for all ills. Every- one likes “Libby.'' but then, why not? She is in everything and is nice to everyone. No wonder she is so popular. She is a “Jack of All Trades.” but does all things well. TREGO RICE General ‘True success is but to labor.” Spelling Contest I. II. III. IV: Alternate on Spelling Team IV; Operetta III: Cross County IV; Class Lieutenant II. Ill; Science Club IV. Everyone will agree that “Ted is a true friend and a fine fellow. He has a cheerful word for everyone and does his best in every undertaking. “Ted expects to go to State 7'eachers College next year. Go to it. “Ted!” NICHOLAS JOSEPH SABATINI Ccmmercial ‘Such popularity must be deserved.” Typewriting Certificate III: Typewriting Bronze Medal IV: Typewriting Silver Medal IV; Commercial Club III. IV: Treasurer of Commercial Club IV; Captain of Indian Division IV; Member of Cooperative Council IV: Chairman of Clean- liness Committee IV; Basketball Squad I. II: Varsity III. IV: Cass Basketball Team I. II; Baseball Squad I. II: Varsity III. IV; Cheer Leader III. IV: Operetta III: Perfect Attendance II. “Sabbie.” as he is better known to us. is one of our most popular students. The “Big Two.” “Eddie Yeager and “Sabbie. have been our cheer leaders for two years. When “Sabbie gets up to lead a cheer, you can bet we can’t help ye.ling. As one of the Commercial group. “Sabbie” is a wizard at the typewriter. E. DALLETT SHARPLESS Scientific “Th:u wert a hero on many a field.” Soccer Varsity I: Class Lieutenant I. II. III. IV: Track Squad I: Baseball Squad I. II: Varsity III. IV: Mixed Chorus IV: Musical Entertainment IV; Executive Committee of Gen- eral Association IV; Football Squad III: Varsity IV: Basketba 1 Varsity III: History Club IV; Science Club IV: Operetta II. Ill: Treasurer of Class III. “Toots” was one of the vital cogs of the school machine in studies, athletics, and in outside activities. His long list of activities shows that he participated in all forms of school life. In his Junior year “Toots” sustained a broken arm during a football game, but his fighting spirit brought him back to p ay his regular position on the baseball team. Whenever you see a group of worthwhile students, you are bound to find “Toots” in the center. Good luck to you at Hahnemann College of Medicine next year. “Toots.”

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24 THE GARNET AND WHITE PHILIP B. A. PRICE General 4 A steady pace—and you hive won.” “Ba came to us in his Junior year from West Philadelphia High School. If you have ever heard somebody saying. “I’ve a lot of work to do. and I’m so tired. you can be sure it’s “Ba.” He is undecided about his future. Rest up. “Ba.” '28 is behind you. EUGENE HARLAN PYLE Commercial 4 It is the silent one who gets things done.” Commercial Club II, IV: Hall Monitor IV: History Class Lieutenant II. IV: English Class Lieutenant III. IV: Type- writing Certificate III, IV; Bronze Typing Medal IV; Perfect Attendance II. “Gene’’ is a lad who hails from Thornton, and a fine one indeed. For those who know him he is a true friend and companion. We have confidence in “Gene” and know he will be a success. Next year will find him in an office of some business firm We wish you luck. “Gene.” GILBERT ¥L PYLE Scientific “Happy am I, from care Pm free; Why aren't they all as contented as me?” Class Basketball IV; Track I. II: Assistant Track Manager III; Track Manager IV; Cross Country Manager IV; Soccer I: Perfect Attendance I. II. IV; Dramatic Club II; History Class III; French Club III; Publicity Agent of Science Club IV; Operetta II. “Gilby.” as he is better known, is an all-around sport. He is always for fun at the right time, but settles down to his work with an enthusiastic manner which will carry him through life successfully. “Gilby” is well-liked by everyone. He ex- pects to go to Bucknell College in the future, and we all wish him the best of luck in his work. MARY KL REED Home Economics “She's little; she's dainty; And she's a dandy companion.” Chorus I. Mary is a quiet Senior, but she has always been very stud- ious and dependable. She intends to go into training at the Chester County Hos- pital. Best wishes for success. Mary.

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26 THE GARNET AND WHITE MARGARET SHELLER General 4 To be merry best becomes her.” President of Cooperative Council IV; Girls’ Athletic Associ- ation Vice President III: Secretary IV: Dramatic Cub II. Ill: History Club II. Ill: Art Club IV: Girls’ Glee Club I: Cap- tain of Indian Division IV; Track I. II. III. IV; Hockey Varsity I. II. III. IV; Basketball Varsity I. II. III. IV; Cap- tain II: Perfect Attendance I. II. HI. IV; Class Lieutenant I. III. IV: Hall Monitor. IV; Typewriting Certificate III: Oper- etta III: Tennis Squad III. IV. Whatever would we have done without Peg” during these past four years. Peg’’ is best known to the whole school for her ability in sports. She has been ever ready to help in any line of gym work. Only her friends know the real, happy- go-lucky Peg.” but everyone likes her just the same. We know that Peg’s sunny smile and willingness will gain her many friends at West Chester State T eachers College. Good luck to you. Peg ! PEARL SLAVITZ Classical “Just to be cheery when things are wrong, Just to drive sadness away with a song, Just to be loyal to that which is right, Will gain for you happiness that naught can defeat.” Honorable Mention in Christmas Story I: Dramatic Club II. Ill; History Club IV; French Club III. IV; Art Club I. II; Class Basketball III: Classical Club IV. Why. of course, you know Pearl. Who doesn't? Ever since the first day of her four years in W. C. H. S.. she has met difficulties with a smile. May your pluck help you in your future years. Pearl. Pearl expects to join the Gang to go to State T eachers College. May your life be a success in teaching the children of your present classmates. MARY C SMEDLEY Classical “There is a lure in the pathless woods.” French Club III. IV: History Club IV: Dramatic Club II. III. IV; Class Lieutenant I. Ill; Honor Medal III; Classical Club III. IV: Class Salutatorian IV. Mary is one of our best classical students, and we surely do not know what we would do without her. She does not talk very much, but her papers show how industrious she is. Mary and her horse are the best of friends. If you ever see a rather tall girl ga’loping along near a woods, you will know it is Mary. Her friends find her the best of sports. Mary expects to go to college; we surely wish her the best of success there. LEONORE STAMPER General “Happy, laughing, sometimes shy, This little maid with merry eye.” Dramatic Club II. III. IV; French Club III, IV; Mixed Chorus IV; Christmas Cantata IV; Concert IV. Lee or Sis has been quite active in club work. She is always happy and always has a merry smile. She expects to attend State Teachers College at West Chester next year. We wish her every success.