West View High School - Westvian Yearbook (West View, PA)

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ROBERT J. HAEFNER-See that streak? That's Bob whizzing by in a car. Mixing up the gears, and driving were two of his favorite pastimes. DON HALLER-Don hailed from Hamilton, but made up for lost time in his junior and senior years. His first interests are automobiles and mechanics. Imagine Don changing a tire for a pretty lady driver! GEORGIANA V. HALLUIN-There was never a dull moment when amicable Georgiana and her plaid rimmed glasses were near. She and Merle made a jolly twosome. Winchell had nothing on her for she could probably speak more words per minute than he. Sigma Phi Sigma 47 G. A. A. 3, 47 Speech Club 3, 47 N. F. L. 3, 47 Girls Chorus 3. BARBARA JEAN HAMBURG-UBabs'l cut a striking figure in her majorette's uniform. Those eyelashes added excitement in many situations. When she becomes a teacher, her students are bound to be content and happy. Chorus l, 2, 3, 47 Girls Chorus 2, 3, 47 Band 2, 3, 47 Westvian 3, 47 G. A. A. 27 Sigma Phi Sigma 47 Library Club 27 Latin Club 2, 47 Speech Club 2. ELMER HANNA-Suave, lanky Elmer is the man with the sax appeal. His marching set a fine example for the band. Elmer was an asset to the band and a hit with the majorettes. Band 3, 47 Orchestra 3, 47 Sax Sextet 3, 4. WILLIAM HARRIS-Bil1's tendency to blush has labeled him our Walking Thermometer. Welll all soon be relying on him for our food supply because he yearns to 'ttill the soil and be a farmer. PHYLLIS JOYCE HARTMAN-As one of our high stepping gals Phil really added 'tzip to the sponsor line. Another Super-Duper speech student, those readings of hers always held the audience spellbound. Speech Club l, 2, 3, 47 N. F. L. l, 2, 3, 47 Band 3, 47 Westvian 47 Mixed Chorus l, 2, 3, 47 Sigma Phi Sigma 47 Latin Club 2, 37 Officer 37 Girls Chorus 2, 3, 4. MARILYN HARTWICK-Petite Marilyn possessed a musical giggle that always set the class laughing. She made quite a hit with the gents, especially on the dance floor. Sigma Phi Sigma 37 Bowling Club 3. IRWIN HAUER-Dashing and debonair are the two best words to describe Ernie. His drawings of Hauerstein monsters were a panic. Many were the gals that eyed him but Ernie had eyes for Betts only. Executive Council 3, 4. DALE ALLEN HAUSER-Small, prankish Dale afforded us with many exciting moments at the wrestling matches. A born animal lover, his pets ranged from snakes, to skunks, to frogs, depending on the season. Wrestling 2, 3, 47 Varsity Club 47 Chorus 47 Rifle Club 4. JOHN HEATON-Jack has added musical touch to the band for six years. He is always supplied with a good joke and a stick of gum. The chorus also appealed to him. Band 1, 2, 3, 47 Hall Patrol 37 Chorus 3, 47 Rifle Club 4. ELMER HEINTZ-We all cheered when Tuggy carried the ball, both in baseball and football. Tuggy scored with the girls, too, though he would never admit it. Football 2, 3, 47 Baseball 1, 2, 3, 47 Varsity Club 2, 3, 4. 28

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HAROLD FOSTER-We were proud to have Mike as our Class President for our junior and senior years. This handsome hunk of man was voted Most Typical. Mike was usually seen driving around in his father's truck. Football 47 Student Council 2, 47 Chorus 47 Class President 3, 4. ED FULLERTON-Ed has almost become a legend in the inter- scholastic sports world. As the backbone of our football and basketball teams and an enthusiastic baseball player, Ed was elected 'tMost Athletic. Forsaking all school offices, his life revolved around sports and Joan. Football l, Z, 3, 47 Basketball 2, 3, 47 Varsity Club 2, 3, 47 Baseball 3, 47 Secretary of Activities 37 School Vice President l. TERESA FUSCA-See that flashy poster? That was probably made by Teresa, one of the few gals who scored in art. Teresa will be Carnegie Tech's gain, West View's loss. West Wind 3, 47 Girls Bowling Club 3, 47 Sigma Phi Sigma 3, 47 Rifle Club Girls Bowling Club 4. BETTY GARRITY-Jovial Betts was always popping up with some quip. She has the humorous habit of speaking long, long. words. Nothing thrills her more than horses. Girls Bowling Club 4. CHARLES GATES-Chuck's height and natural ability made him a blessing to the basketball squad. His hall patrol job was made easier by the smiles the gals flashed his way. Basketball 3, 47 Hi-Y 47 Student Council 47 Hall Patrol 4. MERLE GEROULD-Pert little Merle with the musical mind has graced the chorus with her sweet soprano voice for four years. You could usually identify her by the pencil she keeps behind her ear. Merle and her pal Georgie were inseparable. Sigma Phi Sigma 2, 37 Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 47 Westvian 47 G. A. A. l, 37 Y-Teens l. JEAN GIAMP-She was one of the first to sport those new pearl-rimmed glasses. True friend to all who knew her it's sure that patients will flock to Nurse Jean. Latin Club 37 Girls Bowling Club 47 Siqma Phi Sigma 4. NORMAN GRUBBS- Grubbsy did an excellent job of polic- ing the halls. Never let it be said that there was a traffic jam on his beat. He hopes to excel as a photographer. Hall Patrol 3. MARY ANN GRUBER-Full of pep, vim, and vigor Mag was a genuine package of fun. She worked hard as a faithful member of Y-Teens. Her way of looking at the sunny side of things assures her of a bright future. . Y-Teens 4. ELEANOR GRUPP-When there was any fun in the offing El always wanted in on the ground floor. Sure fire on the gym floor, a whizz with a needle, and clever as they come -thatls our gal! Sigma Phi Sigma 3, 47 G, A. A. 3, 47 Y-Teens 47 Girls Bowling Club 37 F. H. A. 3. LOIS ANN GUIBERT-Sweet and quiet ALO' was high and happy with all her pals. Putting stamps into her stamp col- lection wasn't all that kept her busy. Dancing and bowling also found their places. Girls Bowling Club 4. JOHN GURNEY-J ack joined the West View tribe in his junior year. He claims he's a woman hater, but vve seriously doubt it. All his dreams center around Annapolis. 27

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JOAN EVELYN HELFRICH-There was never a dull moment when Joan and her catching giggles could be found. One of West View's snappy twirlers, high-steppin' Joan graced our Sponsor Line. West Wind lg G. A. A. 27 F. B. L. A. 3, Sigma Phi Sigma 3, 4, Sponsor Line 4, Y-Teens 3. JACK HENRY-Jack was one of West View's avid music lovers, and a valuable asset to the band. His friendly manner, dry humor, and guitar case were his constant companions. Band 4. RUSSELL HERMAN- Herk is an import from North Catholic. A constant source of entertainment to his friends, he enjoyed all jokes in P. D. Class. The army is his next stop. AUDREY HERRINGTON-Lively Audrey was really hep to the jive! As a regular Shuffle Shop goer, she was always trying out new dance steps. Her long hair was a shiny at- tribute to her good looks. Sigma Phi Sigma 2, 3, 4, Chorus 4, Y-Teens Sp G, A. A. 1, 2. LAWRENCE HEYL-Larry was sports-minded from the word Ngo. This, with his rascally smile, provided him with date-bait. However, Larry's one and only was his baseball mitt. Baseball 3. DON R. HIRTH- Don was one of our hard- working stage crew. Everything ran smoothly when he was around. Next to dancing with Ruth, his favorite pastime is football. Football 3, 4, Stage Crew 2, 3, 4. JOHN HOLLENBURGER-When the echo of a large drum was heard on the field every- one knew that Johnny was at the helm even though he was hard to find. The mischievous gleam in his eyes suited him, but he always lent a sympathetic ear to your trouble. Band 3, Chorus l. TIMOTHY FRANCIS HOWE-Casanova in school and HCannon-ball on the football field, that's our Timmy. Football may have been his first love but blonde hair and blue eyes ran a close second. Football l, 2, 3, 4, Basketball 3, Varsity Club 3, 4. HILDA HUBER-Although somewhat shy, this quiet miss possessed a winning smile that seemed to chase the blues away. She enjoyed striking the duck pins. Lucky will be the boss that gets Hilda for a stenographer. F. B. L. A. 3, Bowling Club 3, 4. GEORGE HUEBNER-Looking at his picture, you can see just how well deserving George is of his nickname Curly. A very friendly fellow' he keeps up to the times with the baseball scores. Hall Patrol 4, Hi-Y 3.