Westmont Hilltop Senior High School - Phoenician Yearbook (Johnstown, PA)

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PHOENICIAN WALTER BYERS “Professor” Walter Byers is one of the most studious boys in the senior class. He has been an ardent worker for the welfare of the class. Walt is our second Booth, having captured a leading role in both our Junior and Senior Plays. He was of no little value and importance in proffering informa- tion during trips taken by the Biology Club mem- bers. Have you ever noticed the snappy, original posters scattered around Westmont advertising a play or a dance? This is some of Walter’s genius shown in Poster Club. Walt’s editorial ability made him an associate editor of the “Yodler,” our school paper. Through his good work on the “Yodler” staff, he became the assistant editor-in- chief of our year book, the “Phoenician.” Walt plans to continue his studies at the University of Florida to become a professor of Physics. MARY KATHRYN CHAPLIN Better known as “Kay”, this individual who proved her acting ability in “The Perfect Alibi”, has whirled and danced her way through these four years of work? Believe it or not, this slight miss, who has favored the Choral and Glee Clubs with her deep voice and who has graced the differ- ent French activities with a fluency in French ac- cent. played her way to a position on the Varsity Basketball Team in her Sophomore year. And what is the charm that has won her so many ad- mirers? Could it be that hi-ya”, or could it be that peculiar ability to perform chemistry experi- ments gaining the right result, or her exceptional interests in Biology Club? PAUL CROYLE Paul Croyle, better known as Croyle to his many friends, is famous for his wit and also for his talent in strumming the banjo and uke. He showed his musical ability while taking music in his Freshman year. Besides this musical trend, Paul has a keen business mind as has been demonstrated in his effi- cient work in Thrift Club. If we did not already know that Paul’s life ambition is to become a “Radio and Television Expert”, we should suppose he was going to become an eminent scientist, be- cause of his active interest and work in the Science Club. Paul is an all around good sport, popular with his classmates, and well liked by the pupils who know him. 25

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PHOENICIAN JACK BENFORD The very name, Jack, suggests Jack Benford’s good nature. For three years he has done double duty in the orchestra by playing both the saxophone and the clarinet. Those who appreciated the in- teresting school paper during 1929-1930 should feel indebted to the competent Business and Circula- tion Manager on the “Yodler” Staff, Jack Benford His worth in that position evidently has been ap- preciated for he is now an Organization Editor for our year book, the “Phoenician.” Biology Club would have been at a loss without Jack's knowledge and refreshing wit. Last year Jack acted as a stage hand, being the Stage Manager for our Junior Class play, “The Perfect Alibi.” This year, he was promoted to the position of Business Manager for our Senior Class play, “David Garrick.” So we see that through his good nature and his ability he has steadily climbed higher and higher in import- ance in the school. We certainly hope that these same characteristics will assure his success in the medical profession. RAYMOND BENSHOFF “Benny” is what Raymond Benshoff is commonly called. Friendly, smiling, and happy-go-lucky, Benny has been a moving figure in activities in the school. He was an active member of the Biology- Club during his Senior year; his services as manager of the Varsity Football will not be easily forgotten either. Though never a class officer, we could never do without “Benny” and his motion to ad- journ at our class meetings. He has also been very proficient in the art of making posters and throughout the year has been an important addi- tion to the Poster Club. For four years Benny has been a faithful member of Boys’ Club. ROSANNA BERKEY She appears quiet but there is a hidden spark underneath that keeps lighting up more and mor. as time goes by. She is small and slim, but what a melodious floating voice she possesses, especially when in Mixed Glee Club and Choral Club. Dur- ing her four years here, Rosanna has been a friend to all and a staunch supporter of her class. If there is any flower, bird, or insect you don’t recog- nize, just ask Rosanna, for wasn’t she an active member of Biology Club? And her four years in Girls’ Club won’t be forgotten either. Keep up the good work, Rosanna. 24

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PHOENICIAN VIRGINIA ECKEL “Here comes Ginny; here comes Ginny.” “Snookles, Snookles.” Although she does use baby talk she is certainly not of that type. She will always be remembered as a good sport and a good student. Ginny may be small but she can fill the position of sidecenter on the Girls’ Basketball team. Foreign languages are her meat, for as a Latin and French student very few are better. One finds literary and dramatic ability in Ginny too for she has done well as a member of “Yodler” and “Phoenician” Staffs, and as a very humorous figure in the Girls Reserve Play, “Little Women.” And she sings too—“Tra-la-la-la”—and is a very im- portant member of the music clubs except the or- chestra. The Biology Club and Debating Team also have had her services. With all these activi- ties and her bright personality, Ginny should cer- tainly make a success as a teacher of Latin. EVA FITE Who is the short, pleasingly plump, jolly lass of our Senior class, who is always smiling and helping to keep up our good spirits? Of course you know, without any question that it’s our friend and class- mate, Eva Fite. Could anything prevent that smile of hers? We think not. We realize that the har- mony in our Girls’ Chorus and Mixed Glee Club would never have been just right without the clear soprano voice of “Little Eva.” Likewise our Biol- ogy Club trips would have been far less interesting had Eva not been along to find various fossils and plants for our inspection. We shall remember her also for her faithful attendance in the Girls’ Club throughout her high school career. Thus we see that through her pleasant personality, Eva has been given a place in many activities, and has won a warm spot in the hearts of all her classmates. JANE GILES Do you see that girl All wreathed in smiles? Well you might not know But that’s Jane Giles. She plays the violin In the string quartet, And in the orchestra She’s a sure bet. In clubs she takes part. Both Science and Glee. If you need a friend, It’s certainly she. And yet, with all this, We must take note Of her French activities And her all-around vote. 26