West Deer High School - Coalagra Yearbook (Russellton, PA)

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THE GOOD OLD DAYS CLASS HISTORY In 1948 we, the Seniors of today, became freshmen of West Deer High School. Can you ever forget how excited and proud you were to become a part of this won- derful school? Our first few weeks as freshmen were quite confusing. It seemed we would never be able to get to classes on time or to find the right room, but finally we conquered this obstacle and got right into the swing of things. With lvlrs. Ekas as class sponsor, the first big undertaking as freshmen was an assembly. Songs, dances and other forms of entertainment were furnished by members of our class thus making this affair a great success. This was followed by other activities, highlighted by the Freshmen Party. In 1949, we returned as wise sophomores. We were minus a few of the original group, but proudly we took the place that awaited us. During that year many from our class became band members, majorettes, flagtwirlers or cheerleaders. We were allowed to join clubs and became a part of all the functions of the school. Miss Kaufman, Sophomore sponsor, rounded up her group to plan for a senior treat, the annual S 86 S Party. From this time on we became an appreciated class. September, 1950-what a momentous time that was, for then we became upper- classmen of West Deer. During this year things really began to happen. Under the guidance of Mrs. Schuster, we choose our class motto, flower, and colors. Arsenic and Old Lace, our junior class play, was a huge success due to the efforts of Mr. Fortun and Mr. Powers. The greatest accomplishment of our junior year was the Junior-Senior Prom. Decorations were centered around the Cinderella theme. This was a romantic ending to an outstanding and successful year. Cver one hundred members of our class entered West Deer in September, 1951 as seniors. This was our biggest year, for we had more activities than ever before. We ordered and exchanged namecards, had our pictures taken, received our year- books, and participated in many club activities. Our senior play, We Shook the Family Treei' was acclaimed by many as one of the best ever produced in West Deer. We are grateful to these outstanding thespians and their capable leader, Miss Jarerna. The boys and girls worked together to make the Senior Bazaar a great suc- cess. March was the month when our annual luncheon was held, and the day we learned more about many of the occupations in our community. In April we jour- neyed to Pittsburgh to visit the Court I-louse, the H. Heinz Company, and other points of interest. Now the month of May sees us sending out our invitations for graduation. The day we had awaited so long has arrived. We feel just a little sad, but yet proud because now we are alumni of West Deer High. Be S trong! TfVe are not here to play, to dream, to drift, We have lmrd work. L0 do, and loads to lift, Slzun not the struggle-face ity 'tis G0cl's gift. 12

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TOP HANDS JOHN E. GROTTENTHALER Russellton Academic Auggie Our class leader for three years Class President 2-3-45 Student Coun- cil 1-2-3-45 Hall Patrol 2-3-45 Varsity Club 3-45 Football 2-3-45 Basket- ball 1-2. NORMA ANN BUTTYAN Deer Creek Academic Norm High stepping flagtwirler Flagtwirler 1-2-3-45 Camera Club 25 Glee Club 15 Y-Teens 2-3-45 Drama- rics Club 3-45 Girls' Varsity 25 Mixed Chorus 2-35 Library Assistant 3-45 Senior Class Vice-Presiclentg Operetta 2-3: Senior Bazaar Club. - MARY ETTA REITH Bairdford Home Economics Helped to make our play a success Mixed Chorus 2-35 Special Chorus 3- 45 Operetta 3-45 Dramatics Club 35 Coalagrag Glee Club 15 Senior Play5 Secretary of Senior Class. MILDRED L. COTTON Cherry Valley Commercial Cotton Takes care of our money Antler 1-25 French Club 2-3-45 Y Coalagrag Senior Class Treasurer. 14 an Teens 2-3-43 Dramatics Club 3-45