Robertsdale High School - Tiger Yearbook (Robertsdale, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1956 volume:

THE TIGER o esitdct Ce ScAaaC Robertsdale, Pennsylvania Published by the @ladd Ttuieteett 'rtyuncC'ieci cutcC 'pi ty-dix Volume XVI William Croft Editor Marian Black Associate Editor Sue Foore Business Manager Ann Marcocci Faculty Advisor Alma Mater On the lofty mountain summit, Mid the hills of green. Stands our faithful ALMA MATER, Robertsdale Serene. Morn is gone, night draws nigh. New days will begin. Once again we'll sing thy praises, Dear MAROON and WHITE. Dedication The Seniors of Robertsdale High School, in grateful appreciation for his conscientous consideration and unselfish devotion to his efforts of serving others, dedicate THE TIGER in memory of Oscar M. Shope, former teacher and friend. “His youth was innocent; his riper age Marked with some acts of goodness every day; And watched by eyes that loved him, calm and sage. Serenely he gave his being up. and went To share the holy rest that awaits a life well spent. —Bryant BOARD OF EDUCATION To the Class of Nineteen Hundred and Fifty-six: We, the School Directors of Wood Township, together with the members of the faculty of the Robertsdale Schools, congratulate you on your achievement of the successful completion of your high school education. We have put forth every effort to make our school one in which our students would be given the best opportunities to learn to be good citizens, so that they can make the communities in which they live better and more prosperous communities. And if what you have learned in our schools will be a factor in guiding you to a life of success and happiness, then we will have been well rewarded for our efforts. May God bless you all. HARRY SHEATS, President President Harry Sheats Vice-President Henry Theys Secretary Leslie C. McClain Daniel McCarthy and Jess Morgan Members “Next in importance to freedom and justice is education, without which neither justice nor freedom can be permanently maintained.”—Garfield SUPERVISING PRINCIPAL “Are you in earnest? Seize this very minute! What you can do. or dream you can. begin it! Boldness has genius, power and magic in it. Only engage and then the mind grows heated. Begin, and then the work will be completed. —Goethe To the members of a high school graduation class, who have not only begun but who also have finished what they started out to do. this advice of Goethe may seem unnecessary. But now a larger, more difficult problem faces you. When you started your school course, the way was pointed out for you. Parents, teachers, and school board have largely guided you in the way that was best. Now the choice is largely up to you. The thing you must be careful to do is to boldly make a choice of a stepping stone to a future occupation, and begin it, whether it be higher edu- cation, military service, homemaking, or a job. The satisfaction and the confidence that comes to an individual as a result of a job well done, in this case that of high school graduation, should go a long way in creating enthusiasm for a new start in a life's work. May I take this opportunity to wish you good fortune. Harvey A. Davis PRINCIPAL In this era when one's eyes and ears per- ceive such words as thcrmo-nuclear fission, technological complexity, and co-existence, your minds could become entangled in a poli- tical. social, and economic enigma. These “high powered words arc, to me, not nearly as important as the simple and trite words, The American Way of Life . These are the words which I hope you hold dear and near to you. During this age when political ideologies seem to be only the labor of high governmental officials and foreign potentates, it is a challenge to you. the future leaders of our heritage, to guide the destines of “The American Way of Life”. From our way of life I will take only tw oprecepts: the dignity of the individual and the brotherhood of man. You will recognize both of these as good Christian, democratic principles. Ours is the only political ideology that acknowledges both. So, as the years go by. revere these precepts, and. if need be. sacrifice your lives and fortunes; then the world you will establish, will be free from the abomina- tions that have faced your predecessors. Orvin W. Troy Eunice Horton, a graduate of the Robertsdale High School, is our efficient secretary. The true, strong, and sound mind is the mind that can embrace equally great things and small. —Johnson ELEMENTARY SUPERVISOR LUX PAX VIS These symbols appear on the rear wall of the open auditorium of the Normal School in Mexico City. They remind each graduate of three important things he must have to be happy and successful in life, and translated in English, they are equally valuable to you. LUX—Light in the Mind. The knowledge you have gained through your as- sociations and studies should help you establish your standard of values. Your consciousness of these values today is of primary importance to you for reaching your goals of tomorrow. PAX—Peace in the Soul. Peace. What does this mean to you? A word on the tongue of people from many lands is heard around the world. Today, more than ever before, the world seeks peace, and unless you and 1 know the meaning of peace, within ourselves, we cannot understand it in a broader sense. VIS—Strength in the Body. Today with the development of modern mach- inery we have more leisure time to spend doing those things which we enjoy. We often hear the expression, “Proper use of Leisure Time.” A healthy body is a visable symbol to happiness; check on the people you know, and you will find this to be true. With these three suggestions for success and happiness. 1 wish each of you the very best in your chosen field. Ward S. Taylor “The real object of education is to give children resources that will endure as long as life will endure; habits that will ameliorate, not destroy; occupations that will render sickness tolerable, solitude pleasant, age venerable, life more dignified and useful, and death less terrible. —Smith In Appreciation The Seniors wish, in this manner, to express their sincere gratitude to Michael DaDasovich, their former teacher, for his help and guidance both in the classroom and in extra-curricular endeavors. Best wishes are extended to Mr. DaDasovich, who is now teaching social studies at Perry High School in Pitts- burgh, Pennsylvania. “He that has found a way to keep a child's spirit easy, active, and free, and yet at the same time to restrain him from many things he has a mind to, and draw him to things that are uneasy to him, has, in my opinion, got the true secret of education.”—Locke OUR FACULTY HAZEL E. ANGLE Shippensburg Slate Teachers College Mathematics H. DON BROCHT Juniata College Pennsylvania State University Music THOMAS BLACK California State Teachers College Pennsylvania State University Industrial Arts LENORE GOODRICH Slippery Rock State Teachers College Physical Education LeROY KOLVA Shippensburg State Teachers College Pennsylvania State University Commercial Arts “Knowledge is proud that he has learn'd so much; Wisdom is humble that he knows no more. —Cowper OUR FACULTY ANN E. MARCOCCI Juniata College Pennsylvania State College English—Latin KERMIT WIBLE Shippensburg State Teachers College Science RICHARD BADDORF Shippensburg State Teachers College Pennsylvania State University Social Studies The true aim of everyone who aspires to be a teacher should be, not to impart his own opinions, but to kindle minds.”—Robertson OUR FACULTY GLENN BLACK Juniata College Pennsylvania State University Mathematics and Geography KI TH ANN JOHNSON Indiana State Teachers College Juniata College English WILBLK C. McCLAIN West Chester State Teachers College Mathematics SHERMAN CROFT Lock Haven State Teachers College Findlay College Science PAULINE SHOPE School of Nursing Le wist own Hospital School Nurse “In the education of children there is nothing like alluring the interest and affec- tion; otherwise you only make so many creatures laden with books. —Montaigne Editor As editor of the 1956 TIGER let me be your host for the next one hundred pages between its cover. In the short time alloted. I would like to acquaint you or re-acquaint you, as the case may be, with students and teachers of Roberts- dale High School. Follow me through these pages while 1 attempt to tell you something a- bout the students, their activities, their achieve- ments, and their school life in general. Have you enjoyed this panorama of names, events, education, and personalities which has passed before your eyes? If your answer is yes, then, we, the staff, feel a sense of worthwhile achievement because we have successfully ac- complished our purpose of blending against a colorful background the 1956 portion in the “endless history” of our Alma Mater. I wish to take this opportunity to thank our advisor. Miss Marcocci, for the time and effort she spent with us, to our associate editor and business manager, Marion Black and Sue Foore, the members of my staff, and to all others, who may have contributed in any way in the publication of this annual. William Croft, Editor “We must do the thing we must Before the thing we may; We are unfit for any trust Till we can and do obey.” —McDonald “Everything has an ending: there will be An ending one day for you and me. An ending of the days we had together. The good companionship, all kinds of weather.”—Hinkson THE GOOD YEARS It seems almost like yesterday, that Sep- tember day in 1952, which saw—green fresh- men crowded together like little newly-hatched chicks. Such a bonny class we were! And do you remember how flighty we were? With Mr. McClain and Mr. Croft as our advisors, we were given the do’s and the don'ts and then put through the grind. Before we proceeded too far. we learned that high school was not all bliss, but a big part of it, good hard work. Most of us swallowed this bitter dose manfully and pressed on, though a few of our friends were obliged to fall behind. Included among our events as freshmen were several skating parties and a picnic at Paradise Furnace. After a struggle with that monster, final examina- tions, those of us who had made the grade were ready for that vacation. Our officers that year were Elwood Greenland, president, Jo Ann Park, vice president. Sue Foore, Secretary, and Janet Lou George, treasurer. In September of ’53 we embarked on our journey as sophomores, with Miss Angle and Mr. Wible as our advisors. As sophomores, we thought that since we had one class, the fresh- men, to look down upon—why not the other two as well? But the teachers mercilessly began throwing the books at us, and soon we wel- comed a word of sympathy from these brave juniors and seniors who had weathered the storm before us. We worked hard, but played harder—we branched out and found ourselves contributing our talents to the various extra- curricular activities. Before we realized it, an- other year had passed by. Our leaders were Elwood Greenland, president, Gary Rourke, vice-president, Jo Ann Park, secretary, and Janet Meketa, treasurer. We began our junior year under the guid- ance of Mr. Troy. We gave the reigns of government to Elwood Greenland, president, Gary Rourke. vice-president, Jo Ann Park, secretary, and Janet Meketa, treasurer. Well,, at last we were upperclassmen, and as such, we assumed our role with a dignity befitting juniors! We awed the sophomores and dis- gusted the seniors, but onward we surged. This year we had reached a milestone in our career—we had our rings—what else matter- ed? And to distinguish ourselves as a class different from all others, we staged a prom of distinction—remember the “Igloo Club? Our class looked great that night! Time does fly, doesn’t it? It wasn't long until we were big wheels—the old men and women of R. H. S.! With Miss Marcocci as our advisor, we elected Elwood Greenland, president, Gary Rourke, vice-president, Jo Ann Park, secretary, and Wanda Dickson, treasurer. Little did we know that with the promotion would come plenty of hard work. Besides our studies, two projects loomed before us—earn- ing funds for our Washington tour and publi- cation of our annual. We worked and how we worked! Among our many memories, our sen- ior play and our participation in the various clubs will be outstanding ones. And never to be forgotten will be the enchanting prom which the juniors gave us—it was indeed a memor- able event. As we say good-bye to our school, our teachers, and fellow students, one thought is uppermost in our minds—a thought best ex- pressed in the following words: Dear old Robertsdatc High, we'll ere be true. Dear old Robertsdale High, we pledge our love to you. Marian Black and Wanda Dickson, Historians SEniOR CHARLES EL WOOD GREENLAND “Elwood ’ Football I. 2. 3. 4. Camera Club 2. Varsity Club 2. 3. Aero Club 2. Class President I. 2. 3. 4. Senior Play. Our ambitious President . . . Good leader . . . Popular . . . Dependable . . . Dresses well . . . Even has time to study “Parkology” . . . Is a lot of fun . . . His desire is to become an engineer. GARY H. ROURKE “Rosy” Vice-president 2. 3, 4. Captain of the football team. Football I. 2. 3. 4. Basketball I. 2, 3, Camera Club 2. Varsity Club 2. 3. Our Vice-president . . . Gary and Elwood we call our “Ike and Nixon team . . . When it came to a motion, these two went together like a horse and carriage! . . . One of the hand- somest boys in the senior class ... A very like- able person and cooperative . . . Always neatly dicssed . . . Takes a keen interest in all sports, especially football . . . Ambition is to be a success. JO ANN PARK “Jo” Commercial Club 2. 3. 4. Club Editor 3, Band 1. 2. 3. 4. Treasurer 3. President 4. Chorus I, 2. 3. 4. Vice-president 1. Secretary 2. 3. 4, Bas- ketball 2, Camera Club 2. Vice-president. Sen- ior Play. ‘Tiny they call her. but please don’t “cros«” her! . . . Has a host of friends . . . Has a good report card ... Is our efficient secretary and our president thinks so too . . . One of our highstepping twirlcrs . . . Wishes to become a stenographer. WANDA CAROL DICKSON “Wanda” Band I. 2, 3, 4. Chorus I. 2, 3, 4. Nontettc 1. 2. 3. 4. Commercial Club 2, 3. 4. Class treas- urer 4. Has a nice personality ... A good student . . . Well liked by all . . . Kept our class finan- ces in tip-top shape . . . Can rave on and on like a long-playing record . . . Thinks a certain soldier (J. D.) is tops . . . Interested in becom- ing a private secretary. “The secret of success is constancy to purpose. —Disralei SUSAN BANCO “Susie” Chorus 1, 2, Home Ec. Club 2, 3, 4, Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3, 4. A very quiet and pleasant girl . . . Dresses well . . . Has pretty blue eyes . . . Very neat in everything she undertakes . . . Favorite pastime is reading . . . Expects to enter secretarial school. BETTY A. BARNETT “Mum” Commercial Club 2, 3, 4. Home Ec. Club 2. 3. 4. Chorus I. Basketball 2. One of our lassies hailing from Calvin . . . Can im- agine all kinds of ailments to stay home from school . . . Buys gum by the cartons . . . Enjoys telling about her dates with “June” . . . Would like to become a re- ceptionist in some large office . JACQUELINE LOUISE BIVENS Jackie” Commercial Club 2. 3. 4. Nontettc 1, 2, 3, 4. Band 4, Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4. Has a pleasing personality . . . Blushes easily . . . Main interest is between Shippensburg and Robertsdale . . . Lives for the weekends . . . Her ambition is to be- come a secretary. DONALD BLACK “Don” Football 1. 2. 3, 4. Basketball I, 2. CAP 2. 3. 4, Camera Club 2. Varsity Club 3. 4. Don is known for black, wavy hair . . . Very friend- ly and polite . . . Don. the Ajax, and the senior dance” —what a time! ... Is quite popular with the Saxton girls . . . Loves his industrial arts . . . Plans to join the Air Force. MARIAN JUNE BLACK “Marian” Commercial Club 2, 3. 4. Band I, 2. 3, 4. Vice-president 4. Nontette I. 2, 3. 4. Senior Play, Assistant editor of Tiger. Knows just about all the answers . . . Has an abundance of intellect and a pleasing personality . . . TV has Liberacc at the piano—we have Marian! . . . Her favorite guy is D. N. . . . Aspires to become a teacher like her Papa. PEGGY LOU BLACK “Peg” Band I. 2. 3, 4. Chorus 1. 2. 3. 4, Camera Club 3, 4, Basketball 3. Home Ec. 1, Commercial Club 2, 3. 4. A very jolly and carefree person . . . Nothing wor- ries Peggy . . . Thinks there's no one like Kay and Mary Ann ... A good worker . . . She wants to be a telephone operator. JOAN MARIE BREMER “Honeychile” Home Ec. Club 2, 3. 4, Chorus 1. Basketball 2. A carefree, happy-go-lucky girl who comes to school when there’s no place else to go . . . Has a never ending string of boyfriends and thinks square dancing is wonderful . . . Bremer. Barnett, and Long are R.H.S.’s Our Gang” trio . . . Ambition is to become a secretary. “Whoso neglects learning in his youth loses the past and is dead for the future.”—Minnermus BEVERLY ANN BROWN ‘ Bonnie” Home Ec. Club 2. 3. 4. Secretary of Home Ec. Club. Noted for her hearty laugh . . . Has a pleasing per- sonality . . . Going to the movies and doing home work occupy her spare time ... If you want anything done. Ann's the person to see . . . Ann's ambition is to be- come a secretary. THOMAS ALLEN BUCKLEY ‘ Buckley” C A P. 2. 3. 4. Our little red-head from down Calvin way . . . lakes life seriously . . . Always makes good grades . . . One of Mr. Black’s prize workers . . . We all wish you luck in the Air Force. Tom. LEAH CORBIN “Lee” Home Ec. Club I. 2. 3. 4. Secretary-treasurer of Home Ec. Club 3. President 4. Camera Club 2, 3. 4. Vice-presi- dent of Camera Club 4. Basketball 3. 4. Chorus I. Sen- ior Play. A merry, carefree person . . . Has a smile for every- one . . . Did you ever hear her make a speech? . . . Has a great pen pal in the Air Force . . . Quite an ex- pert in the domestic arh . . . Her ambition is to become a typist-stenographer. WILLIAM CROFT “Bill” Football 1. 2. 3. 4. Camera Club 2. Varsity Club 2, 3. Senior Play. Editor of Yearbook. Brains of the class . . . Our “walking Book of Facts’ ”... You know the old saying—“Still water never runs deep” . . . Bill can really cut up when in the mood . . . Very neat ... A friend to all assignment pro- crastinators . . . Still thinks girls arc an unnecessary evil . . . Wants to further his education. CHARLES WILMER DIEHL “Chile” Band I. 2. 3. 4. CAP 2. 3. 4. Band is Charles’ main interest . . . Hails from Broad Top . . . Always has a joke to tell and is a lot of fun . . . Often seen with a girl from Saxton . . . Charles plans to join Uncle Sam's Club. GUY CRAIG DIEHL “Pickle” Football 2. 3. Baseball I. 2, CAP 2. 3. 4. Varsity Club 2. 3. 4. One of Mr. Black’s industrious students in Industrial Arts . . . Doesn’t care much for school—just comes so he won’t have to work . . . Can really make that Plymouth go . . . Seen rather frequently in Dudley. KAY DORSEY “Shrimp” Commercial Club 3, 4. Home Ec. Club 3. Camera Club 3. 4. Band 1. 2. 3. 4. Chorus 1. 2. 3. 4. Secretary-Treas- urer of the Camera Club. Full of pep and very talkative . . . Her favorite pastime is sporting around in a ’52 Mercury with ’Hawk” . . . Comes to school nly when she can’t find an excuse to stay home . . . Could be a good student, but the spirits just can’t move her . . . Ambition is to be a secretary. “Truth is generally the best vindication against slander. —Lincoln PATRICIA EILEEN EVERHART “Patty” Chorus I, 3, Commercial Club 2, 3, 4, Home Ec. Club 4. A quiet sort of person . . . Very likeable . . . School doesn't interest Patty . . . Her best pals are Eugenia and Jackie . . . Likes to read . . . Her main in- terest is Ronnie . . . Applies herself diligently to many tasks . . . Wants to become a laboratory technician. SUE FOORE “Sue” Band 2, 3. 4, Chorus I, 2, 3, 4, Secretary I, ‘Tiger” business manager. Intelligent, pretty, and reserved, but watch that temper! . . . Has quite a voice and is good with the baton . . . Well-liked . . . Work doesn’t worry Sue . . . Thinks there is no one like Gary! . . . Ambition is to become a secretary. SHIRLEY IRENE GEIER “Shirl” Chorus I. 2, 3, 4, Band 2, Home Ec. 2, 3, Commercial Club 4. Enjoys music, likes to dance . . . Never seems to have a dull moment ... A good worker . . . Lots of fun, and also enjoys square dancing . . . Usually seen with Verna . . . Ambition is to become a secretary for a little old millionaire. JANET LOU GEORGE “Janny” Commercial Club 2, 3. 4, Band I, 2. 3, 4. Student Di- rector 4. Basketball 2, 3. 4, Co-captain 4, Chorus I, 2, 3. 4, Senior Play. Drum Majorette. Being an air line hostess is her dream, but a quiet married life with Max would suit her to a “T” . . . Quite a basketball player . . . We’ll always remember her per- formances with that baton! . . . Industrious and persever- ing. DONNA LOUISE GUINES Toots” Chorus 2. 4. Commercial Club 2, 3, 4, Tri-Hi-Y 2. Has a likeable personality and pretty blonde hair . . . Main asset is her peaches and cream complexion . . . Dresses with taste . . . Loves to read . . . Her favor- ite pastime is riding in the Pontiac with Dean . . . She too aims for a secretarial job. GLENN LESLIE HEATH “Glennie” Football 1, 2, 3, 4. Baseball 1, 2. 3, 4, Varsity Club 3, CAP 2. The “Don Newcombe for the “Tigers” . . . During hunting season Glennie took off in his little Davy Crockett suit and caught himself a “buck” . . . Going to wait until the moon's explored, then shoot up and get rich. FORBES P. HOOPER “Pud Basketball I. 2. 3, Football 2. 3. 4, Vanity Club 2, 3, Camera Club 2. Has more freckles than brains . . . Stays awake nights to plan ways of steering clear of work the next day . . . Really likes his Trig classes . . . Hails from Wood . . . His main interest is C. S. . . .Our “Davy Crockett” expert . . . Who knows? Pud may get on the “$64,000 Question someday! ’’Common sense is the knack of seeing things as they are, and doing things a sthey ought to be done. —Stowe EUGENE JAMES HORTON ’Jim” Football I. 2, 3, 4, Varsity Club 3, 4. Visual Aids 2. Quiet but industrious . . . Easy-going fellow . . . Cooperative and never dodges work . . . Serious-minded and ambitionus . . . Has quite an interest in Saxton . . . Interested in becoming a printer. EUGENIA MAE IIOUCK ‘Genia” Chorus I. 2. 3. 4, Commercial Club 2, 3, 4, Home Ec. Club 4, Nontette I. 2. 3, 4, Cheerleader 1. 2, 3. 4. Bas- ketball 2, 3. 4. Eugenia is our peppy cheerleader from Wood . Has a great interest in music . . . Enjoy listening to the radio and singing . . . “Work? What's that? Eugenia just visits classes . . . Her aim is to become a reception- ist. STEVE I.ASHINSKY ‘‘Stiff Football 2. 3, 4. Visual Aid 2, CAP 2. Varsity Club 3, 4. “I Ain’t Gcttin’ Nuttin’ for Christmas suits Steve to a T . . . He’ tried all tricks but the one with the tack . . . School just isn’t for Steve . . . Has little time for women . . . With his cute smile Steve is quite a Romeo . . . True. Steve? . . . Intends to join the Air Force be- cause blue is his favorite color. RONALD LAUGHLIN Flip” CAP 2. 3, 4. Football I. 2. Football Manager 4. Basket- ball Manager 4. Baseball Manager 4, Varsity Club 2. 3. Our boy “Flip . . . Never a dull moment when he’s around . . . Might seem a little shy but a lot of fun when you get to know him . . . Spends his spare time at the ‘‘Club . . . Ju t wonderful as manager of our three sports . . . Wants to become an electrician. KAY LONG “Kay” Basketball 2, Commercial Club 2. Home Ec. Club 3, Senior Play. The happy-go-lucky type . . . Comes to school to catch up on gossip . . . Has a joke for everyone . . . Quite a Latin student ... In all seriousness she’s a likeable person . . . Her teeth will never decay because she lceps with Dentyne in her mouth . . . Her aim is high . . . Wants to become an interior decorator. RODNEY LOVE McCLAlN “N.L.” Football I. 2. 3, 4. CAP 2. 3. 4. Varsity Club. You can expect to see ‘N. L. flying by in the “Little Green Car anytime of the day . . . And take note, people, it’s N. L. the girls are interested in and not the car! ... A musician and a good one . . . Inter- ested in becoming a rich businessman. JEAN McMULLEN “Jeanie” Band 1. 2. 3. 4. Chorus 1. 2. 3. Home Ec. Club 2. One of the tiny girls of our class hailing from Robertsdale ... A good worker . . . Jean’s pride is her diamond ring . . . Her ambition i to be a house-wife. “There is always work and tools to work withal, for those who will.”—Lowell “Liz verna McMullen Band 1, 2, 3. 4, Chorus 2, Commercial Club 2. Our efficient office secretary . . . Nothing worries Verna . . . Doesn’t have much to say . . . Has the long- est hair in the senior class . . . Takes good care of it, too . . . Wants to put her office work into practice. JANET LUCILLE MEKETA “Lou” Chorus I. 2, 3. 4. Commercial Club 2, 3. 4, Nontctte I, 2. 3. 4. Class Treasurer 2, 3. Janet tried school in Ohio, but decided that R.H.S. was for her . . . Has a great interest for the outdoors . . . Favorite pastime is having fun . . . Her one interest among many is P. 1......Would like to be a secretary or maybe live in a bungalow for two. CHARLOTTE H ONE NEVILLE “Jake” Commercial 2. 3, 4. Camera Club 2. 3. Home Ec. Club 2, 3. Chorus 3, 4, Band I, Cheerleader 2, 3, 4, Basket- ball 3. Charlotte is our other senior cheerleader . . . Spends much of her leisure time at the Blue Room and writing letters to Gene . . . Amiable and pleasant . . . A good student . . . Likes school ... Is getting good practice in the art of farming . . . Would like to enter college. JANE PAWK “Janie Commercial Club 2, 3. Home Ec. Club 2. Always neatly dressed . . . Pals around with Leah . . . Loves hillbilly music and a certain guy named “Jack . . . Doesn’t find fault with anyone . . . Likes to read . . . Janie wants to get into secretarial work. MARY ANN RAMPER “Muz Band I, 2, 3, 4, Commercial 2, 3, 4. Chorus 1. 2. 3, 4. Camera Club 3, 4, Basketball 3, Home Ec. 2, Visual Aids 3. Flashes her diamond with pride ... A quiet some- body. who enjoys her study periods . . . Tries to keep Peggy in line, and ends up in loads of trouble . . . Am- bition is to be a telephone operator. DORRIS LUCILLE RICKABAUGH “Dome Commercial Club 2. 3, 4, Chorus 1, 2. 3. 4, Senior Play. Dorris is one of the serious girls of the senior class . . . Always seen with her pal. Dot Creswell . . . Has a pleasing personality . . . Her ambition is to become a stenographer. CHARLES ALBERT SCOTT “Scotty” Varsity Club 3. Commercial Club 2. Camera Club 2, CAP 2, Basketball 1, 2, 3. Football manager 1. 2, 3. “Robertsdale. Sweet Robertsdale” is Scotty’s fa- vorite tune . . . Just couldn’t stay away, so back he came . . . Always there when needed ... He is often seen at Happy Hollow with his friends . . . Likes to read . . . He has a pleasing personality and is liked by every- one . . . Wants to join the service. “It is much easier to be critical than to be correct ’—Disraeli GERALD K. SIPES “Gerry” Camera Club 3, CAP 3, Football I. 2, 3, 4, Vanity Club 3. 4. Baseball I. 2. 3. Just look at this handsome man . . . “Nothing but the best from Joller”. says our class J. P. . . . A fine football player . . . Loads of fun. always has a cheerful grin . . Puts wave clips in his hair every night . . . Would like to join the Air Force soon. ANAN CLYDE SMITH “Smithell” Football 1. 2, 3. 4. Varsity Club 3, CAP 3. A handsome chap better known as a “Broad Top- per ’ . . . There isn’t a book in the library he hasn’t read . . . Hasn’t much time for girls . . . “Silence is gol- den”, says Smitchcll, and more of us should heed the art . . . Knjoys reading and participating in sports . . . Desires to join the Air Force. ROBERT 1. TAYLOR “Butch” Football I. 2. 3. 4, Varsity Club 3, 4. Our class Casanova ... To impress the ladies is his delight . . . That gift of gab is his. all right . . . Very active in the field of mischief, that is . . . Doesn’t care who really wrote Shakespeare’s plays—wouldn’t like them any better anyway! . . . Uncle Sam is going to have to come across with a lot more before he gets Butch! WILLIAM CHARLES TERRITO ‘ Bill” Football I, 2. 3, 4. Baseball I, 2, 3, Varsity Club 3, 4, Vasual Aids 3. “Oh. yeah? Didn’t Perry Como get his start in a barber shop?” a ks Bill . . . Another of our fine football players hailing from Cooks . . . Loves all the girls . Docs his share of keeping those ears lowered at “Guy’s Barber Shop” . . . Thinks school could be pleasant if it weren’t for those teachers . . . Wants to be the Air Force’s top barber. HELEN MAE THEYS “Mae” Band 1. 2, 3. 4. Student Director of Band 4, Commercial Club 2, 3, 4. Camera Club 2, Chorus 1, 2, 3. 4. Non- tette 1. 2. 3, 4. Another of our attractive senior lassies . . . Can make that clarinet “talk” . . . Out for a good time in life . . . Likes to dance . . . Always willing to help . Very neat . . . Her ambition is to become a music teacher. EDITH MARIE WATKIN “Edie” Chorus 2. 4, Commercial Club 2. 3. 4. Tri-Hi-Y 2. Edith has a pleasing personality . . Capable . Always neatly dressed . . . Our senior librarian . . . Has quite an interest in the Air Force . . . Favorite pastime is reading letters which she receives from Italy regularly . . . Hopes to become a good stenographer. JOHN BENNY ZDROSKY “John” Football 1. 2, 3. 4. Varsity Club 3. 4. Basketball I. 2, 3, Baseball 1. 2. CAP 2. 3. 4. Quiet but impish in his own little ways . . . Has- n’t much time for the opposite sex . . . Doesn’t over- work hinvelf . . . Usually can be found at the Mountain House or Blue Room . . . Wants to wear Air Force blue. ”Wc may be personally defeated; but our prin- ciples, never! —Garrison CLASS TESTAMENT We, the Class of 1956, being in full possession of our mental faculties, do hereby devise and be- queath our various possessions to the persons herein mentioned: First, to our teachers, who have aided us in our trying moments, we bequeath our wishes that they may have many more years of success at Roberts- dale High. To our successors, the Juniors, we bequeath our dignity, our homeroom, our troubles, and our half-filled notebooks. To the Sophomores we leave our wishes that they will be successful at R. H. S. To the Freshmen we leave our good will. Individually, the Seniors make the following bequests: 1, Jo Ann Park, leave my dramatic ability to Juliet Gambacurta. 1. Bill Territo, leave my homeroom seat to Brother Martin; it's jinxed. Marty. I. Bill Croft, leave my ability to make A's to Jack Martin, Paul Lucas, and Dennis Querry. There’s enough for all of you. boys. I. Helen Mae Theys, bequeath my “love notes to Emma Lou Adams. Af if Emmy needs them! 1. Gary Rourke, leave my thirst for know- ledge to Robert Rinehart and my height to Bro- ther Butch”. I, Donna Guines, leave my poise and dignity to Agnes Lucas and Patsy May. I. Eugenia Houck, leave all my male friends to Helen Sipes. I. Joan Bremer, bequeath my sense of humor to Richard Williams. 1, Verna McMullen, leave my beautiful long hair to Beverly Buckley. 1, Rodney McClain, leave my luck to get to school before the tardy bell rings to LeRoy Black. 1 won’t guarantee it, Roy. I, Ann Brown, will my quiet disposition to Judy Dobey. I, Jean McMullen, leave my latin notebook to Jack Dubetz. 1. Gerald Sipes, bequeath my football togs to Robert Martin. Do justice to them. Bob. I, Janet Lou George, bequeath my twirling ability to next year's majorette. I, Charlotte Neville, leave my knack at milking cows to Ernest Frederick. 1, Charles Scott, leave my love for politics to Gary Black, whose only love is eating. I, Charles Diehl, leave my tuba to Ronald Eichelberger. I, Sue Foorc, leave my effective smile to An- nette Gannon. I, Robert Taylor, leave nothing—I collect souvenirs. I. Kay Long, leave my tablet covers for ex- hibition in the trophy cabinet—on these covers you will find “interesting caricatures of our teachers. I, Betty Barnett, leave my gum wads to the janitors. I. Bortie Smith, bequeath my handsome phy- sique to Harry Rorar. I, Glenn Heath, leave my interest in the fairer sex to Leon Wible—you have a good start, Leon. I, Tommy Buckley, leave my love for work to Irvin Heath; it's not bad after you once try it, Irvin. I, Susan Banco, will my gracious manner to Nancy Leabhart. I, Forbes Hooper, leave to Jack Troy my way of getting away with mischief—sometimes. I, FI wood Greenland, leave my splendid class leadership to next year’s president. I, Janet Meketa, bequeath “Native Dancer to Anna Pawuk. Pete couldn't stand the compe- tition. I, Jane Pawuk, leave my petiteness to Doro- thy Creswell. I, Peggy Black, leave my “Chevy” to Jean Coy. I, Don Black, bequeath my charming way with the gals to Rey Howe. I, Patricia Everhart, bequeath my regal statliness to Marian Clark. I, Steve Lashinsky, leave my ability to dance a fancy polka to George Snyder. 1, Edith Watkins, leave my soft, melodious voice to Inez Clark. I, Mary Ann Ramper, leave my carefree dis- position to Gloria Barnett. I, Dorris Rickabaugh, leave my alluring smile to Barbara Stinson. 1, Leah Corbin will my speaking ability to Wanda Grimes. I, Guy Diehl, leave my worn-out tires to Lar- ry Williams. I, James Horton, leave my pleasing person- ality to Robert Everhart. I, Jackie Bivens, leave my favorite seat in the Reality Theatre to Patty Skvarka. I, John .drosky, will my Hand-me-down history notes to Timmy Lightner. I, Ronald Laughlin, bequeath my manager- ship to Terry Burke. I, Kay Dorsey, leave my ability to take life in stride to Eunice Cook. I, Wanda Dickson, leave my preference for two-tone hair shades to my pal. Linda Black, who has quite a knack for it herself. I. Shirley Geier, leave my Ajax gym treat- ment to anyone who will have the nerve to use it. I, Marian Black, will my serious outlook on life to Frances Reed. We, the Seniors, do hereby appoint our ad- visor, Miss Marcocci, executrix of this, our last will and testament. In witness whereof, we, the Class of 1956, the testators, have to this will, set our hands and seal this twenty-third day of May, in the year of our Lord, Nineteen Hundred and Fifty-six. Testators, THE SENIOR CLASS To set the cause above renown. To love the game above the prize. —Newbolt This trio is largely responsible for this yearbook, for they put in many hours preparing and gathering the material necessary. Bill Croft, the editor, consults with Marian Black, assistant editor, and Sue Foorc. the busi- ness manager. ‘Pieaent Ocii .eacCeit William Crofl, our editor. Marian Black, associate editor and school pianist. F.lwood Greenland, class president. Gary Rourkc. class vice-president. Sue Foore. Yearbook business manager. Jo Ann Park, class secretary. Wanda Dickson, cla s treasurer. Janet Lou George. Drum majorette. “A GLIMPSE INTO THE FUTURE” The time is 1956, the place anywhere, and the characters two old classmates. They arc approached by a strange character who promises to give them a glimpse into the future of their classmates. Accepting the offer, they mount his “satellite and start out on a thrilling journey, which is to take them into 1975. On our first stop we encounter our old editor. Hil l. CROFT, the renowned engineer, the first to in- vent a jet that could fly to all the planets of the uni- verse. Bill tells us that on a re-fueling stop on Pluto, his pilot. RONALD LAUGHL1N, fell in love with a Plutonian beauty and refused to return to earth. Not too tar away we see another engineer, none other than our class president. ELWOOD GREENLAND. Elwood has constructed the highest and longest roily coaster on record—one can get on at Maine and get off in Texas! While Elwood keeps busy with his business, his charm- ing wife, the former JOANN PARK, occupies herself by working with various charitable organizations. RODNEY McCLAIN— ah. yes. our famous accor- dionist. Rodney is presenting a concert at Carnegie Hall in honor of the governor of Texas, GEARAL SIPES, who won his election by giving away cows to his voters instead of campaign buttons. Featured in Rodney’s orchestra are CHARLES DIEHL, known as “Yuba the Tuba Player , and JOHNNY 7.DROSKY, better known as ‘John B;nny Badman : that handsome drummer, of course, is DONNIE BLACK, that spinner of tall yarns. “Shave and a haircut—two bits!—Bill’s Barber Bop. St) reads the neon sign above an establishment on one of the bu -y avenues in New York. BILL TERRI IO, the proprietor of this barber shop, has made a fortune vsith his hair restorative called “Bill’s Grow-It-Yourself Hair Kit. On the same avenue we sec LASHINSKYN Baked Beans Company owned by our own STEVE. Al- though Steve has changed in appearance, his reading habits haven’t changed, judging from all those comic books on his desk. And moving just a bit north we come to Columbia University where we sec l)R. MAR- IAN BLACK, professor of sociology. Marian hasn't practiced her own theory Love them and leave them , for she seems happily married to D. N. And from Mar- ian we learn that her dear friend. WANDA DICKSON, has “talked herself into a high ranking position in her state’s politics. Between her “politicking and making home cozy for J. D., Wanda is kept quite busy. Our host wisks to London where we behold our own HELEN MAE THEYS, a great opera singer. Helen has just presented a concert for the Queen of England. As we enter Helen’s home, we are awed by its elegant furnishings; we also recognize some of KAY LONG’S artistic masterpieces. Kay, as you know, has achieved acclaim in the field of art. Here too we see the gracious SUSAN BANCO, who is kept quite busy as Helen’s sec- retary. Back to the states and a little town in Maine we meet DR. BORTIE SMITH, a dentist. Bortie has quite a practice; he has his own ‘Teeth Bank”—he freezes his extractions and uses them to make his own plates. Dres- sed in a neat white uniform is ANN BROWN, Bortie’s efficient assistant. Ann still has that pleasant disposition. Moving on to the Bel Air Farms, we encounter JANET MEKETA who now owns the great racer. Nashua III. Looking on proudly is that young character, GUY DIEHL. Nashua’s own veterinarian who mixes his own horse brews. Stopping at an airport in Washing- ton for a breather, we meet JANET LOU GEORGE., stewardess on the P.A.A. Janet’s pleasant personality has made many an air-sick passenger forget his troubles. And in the reception room here we find our tall stately LEAH CORBIN, who is a receptionist. And moving right over to the treasury department, who else but BETTY BARNETT and DORRIS RICK A B AUGH, and they appear to be very busy. These girls are just loaded with money—Dorris prints it. and Betty stacks it. Our next '•top is Baltimore and PATRICIA EVER- HART, neat and pretty as ever. Patricia wasn’t the car- eer type, so she is happily married to Ronnie and is quite a homemaker. Not far from Pat lives the former SUE FOORE, our own Betty Crocker. Sue has won several “Mrs. Muffins” contests, but Sue wants none of this fame; she’s quite happy living in her cozy home while handsome hubby Gary brings home the “dough”. In Philadelphia we find ENGENIA HOt CK, who i girls’ counsellor at the Y. W. C. A. Eugenia keeps in shape while on the job. And moving into the business district of this great city, we see our petite JANE PAW IK, who manages a fashionable store for womens apparel. One of her models is none other than VERNA McMULLEN. Verna is all wrapped up in her modelling. What is well done is done soon enough —DuBartas In Chicago we come upon that genial gentleman, TOMMY BUCKLEY who owns The Buckley Airlines. Yes, we always knew that Tommy would go far in life. And shuffling off to St. Louis, we meet FORBES HOOPER, that old shyster. Forbes, as usual, is up to his old tricks. When he couldn't sell anyone on his idea of “Find-lt-Yourself Uranium Kits”, he has set up an office and doing his bit selling space on the moon. “Oh, give me land, lots of land”, and with this familiar tune, we recognize the former CHARLOTTE NEVILLE. Charlotte and G. own a prosperous mink farm out West; they're doing so well that they give mink coats as gifts. Down South we see an old mansion. “Edith and Donna's Tea Room”. Yes, our own DONNA GUINES and EDITH WATKINS manage this lovely restaurant whose specialty is turtle soup. We'd like to stay, girls, but the waiting line is too long, and we’re on our way to West Virginia University where GARY KOURRE is coach of that great football team. Man, what a game! That’a alright. Gary; maybe you can win the next one. Back to Baltimore and John Hopkins University where we see DR. ROBERT TAYLOR, who has made quite a name for himself in the field of medicine. After discovering a cure for “Loafing Fever”. Dr. Bob is try- ing to find a way to give us a longer lease on life. And we had to go to Wilmington to see SHIRLEY GEIER, who now runs her own Ajax Company. Shirley has reaped a fortune with her Ajax treatment for gym floors. Shirley’s partners are PEGGY BLACK and KAY DORSEY, who have traveled all corners of the earth to peddle their product. And at the switchboard of this great firm is MARY ANN RAMPER. We don’t know- how she does it. but Mary Ann goes to town with her gum and calls. And in a vine-covered cottage in Pennsylvania we see JACKIE BIVENS, looking not a day older than she did in high school. Jackie kills time by making her pro- fessor-husband happy and having tea parlies. Not far away we find JOAN BREMER, who has achieved fame as a writer. Her latest best seller is “How To Influence Males”. And isn't that that dear little JEAN McMUL- LEN? Ah, yes; Jean supervises a kintergarten and is happily married to the man of her dreams. We found a recent issue of “The Broad Top Bulletin” in Jean’s living room, and my, what a wonderful paper. Of course, our own JIMMY HORTON edits it; Jimmy prints “All the news that’s fit to print.” Back into New Jersey where we meet GLENN HEATH, that man of men! Glenn made a fortune sel- ling refrigerators to the Eskimos, and now he basks un- der the New Jersey sun, and surrounding Glenn are gorgeous bathing beauties. And moving into New York, we head for Tammany Hall and make it just in time to hear that shrewd old politician. CHARLES SCOTT, ac- cept the chairmanship of the National Democratic Com- mittee! Hello! We’re back to the NOW, and we hope you have enjoyed this imaginary look into the FUTURE. We are your would-be prophets, Marian Black and Wanda Dickson, who hope that all your wishes may come true. Our class officers or “Board of Experts” as we like to think of them, for they have served us well. President Greenland is shown above with his executive board— Vice-president Rourkc, Secretary Jo Ann Park, and Treasurer Wanda Dickson. “Here’s to the day when it is May And care as light as a feather.”—Carman Classes “Not in rewards, but in the strengths to strive, The blessing lies. —Towbridge We Present The Juniors! We are the JUNIORS, fifty-seven strong! We're not the boastful type, but we would like to tell you a little about our accomplishments. With our advisor. Mr. Kolva. at the helm to guide us, and our able officers to plan for us, we have staged some rather good events. Den- nis Rourke, Ronald Woods. Annette Gannon, and Linda Black expressed their initiative as president, vice-president, secretary, and treas- urer of our class. Anticipating the thrill of wearing a ’57 ring, we juniors were measured for rings in January and then impatiently waited until they were in our possession. A deep sense of responsibility was gradually assumed by us as we began participating in various activities. We were represented in the Camera Club, the Aereo Club, the Tri-Hi-Y, and the Home Economics Club. Our compe- tency was evident in the band and the Choral Club. Basketball and football, which claimed many of our energetic classmates, helped to strengthen our obligations. All will agree that our Prom which honored our senior friends was an occasion that will long linger in our memories as the Prom of Proms! And now we shall begin to look forward with zeal and enthusiasm to the time when we will inherit from our departing seniors the hal- lowed position which they have held so honor- ably. And to them we extend our best wishes and hopes that their lives may be filled with happiness. “One may be better than his reputation, but never better than his principles!” —Latena OUR OFFICERS MR. KOLVA. Our Advisor We Give You The Sophomores! Although our class is not so large, we believe that strength lies in quality, not quantity, and we think we have the quality! Mr. Wible and Miss Angle are our advisors, and Ted Diehl. Ronald Eichelberger, Wa- netta Logan, and Peggy Blasko have served us very capably as president, vice-president, secretary, and treasurer. Although our senior and junior friends kept in the limelight, we managed, with much struggle, of course, to get in line of focus once in a while. Do you remember that assembly we presented in which some of us acted like real actors”? And we're quite proud of our group of girls who can really sing. And if you look around, you'll find the sophomores well represented in band, chorus, football, and basketball too! We feel we have contributed some part in the growth of good old R. H. S„ and we re determined to show everyone, especially our teachers, that next year's junior class is going to make its mark in both scholastic and extracurricular activities. Our Advisors. Miss Angle and Mr. Wible All who have meditated on the art of governing mankind have been convinced that the fate of empires depends on the education of youth.”—Aristotle OUR OFFICERS And Not Last, By Any Means, The Freshmen! So this is high school!” Gradually as the first haze o fimpressions began to fit a pattern, we Freshmen realized that we were expected to assume a deeper sense of responsibility and to act our age. Paul Gannon, Larry Morgan. Mar- garet Heath, and Darlene Smith served as our president, vice-president, secretary, and treas- urer, Mr. McClain and Mr. Croft, our ad- visors. patiently helped us over the hurdles. We enjoyed some good times on the hill as we learned to work and play together. The freshmen can boast of having representatives in music, athletics, and other extra-curricular activities. And now we look forward to three more years at R.H.S., where we hope to show our ability both in the classroom and in play. Youth is the opportunity to do something and to become somebody. —Munger OUR INDUSTRIOUS OFFICERS FUTURE HOMEMAKERS OF AMERICA “A house is no home unless it contains food and fire for the mind as well as for the body.” With these few words of wisdom in mind, our future homemakers take advantage of the many opportunities offered them in the study of home economics. Our Home Economics department, affiliated with the national organization of the Future Homemakers of America, is supervised by Mrs. Phillips, who joined us last fall. The pur- pose of this department is to develop an ap- preciation for homcmaking and to make better future homemakers. It also offers an oppor- tunity for the development of pupil’s initiative in planning and carrying out activities related to the art of homemaking. The strength of a nation, especially of a republican nation, is in the intelligent and well-ordered homes of the people.” —Sigourney Home Economics students in sewing and cooking classes. The group carries out various activities in addition to their curricular work. During the Christmas season each teacher was presented with attractive centerpieces which were made by these girls. Several parties have been spon- sored by girls during the term; a field trip which they enjoyed immensely, was a tour through the Fiberglas plant in Huntingdon. Officers of the Home Economics Club are Leah Corbin, president. Kay Long, Vice-presi- dent. Ann Brown, secretary, and Joan Bremer, treasurer. INDUSTRIAL ARTS The Industrial Arts department, under Mr. Black's supervision, offers those students whose talents lie in the manual field an oppor- tunity to put their skills to work. In addition to being taught principles of drafting, mechanical drawing, and blue print reading, the students engage in various types of wood and metal works. Emphasis is placed on the care and maintenance of machinery, and students are consistantly reminded of the importance of safety when using machines. Included among the various projects this year was that of building tables and benches for our cafeteria. To give the students an idea of how an industry operates, this project was patterned after a system used in industry today. Boys were given the privilege of applying for available positions on a competative basis. Ap- plication was made by submitting data sheets to the personnel director. William Croft, who had been appointed by Mr. Black. On the basis of these data forms, which were similar to those sent out by business firms, those with the best qualifications were selected to do the job. The project resulted in the finished tables and benches which are very familiar to most of us. We always look forward to Open House which this department sponsors every spring; the wide variety of finished articles these boys put out is very remarkable. “Can anything be sadder than work left unfinished? Yes, work never begun. —Rosette J Mr. Black, I Instructor in Industrial Arts Jj_______________________________ Athletics “Honor the game thou playest, for he who playeth the game straight and hard wins even when loses.”—American Magazine Dcxectax Stt Uetici This is the word that year by year. While in her place the school is set, Everyone of her sons must fear. And none that hears it dare forget This they all with a joyful mind Bear through life like a torch in flame. And falling, fling up the host behind— Play up! Play up! And play the game.” —Newbolt Those athletes who took part in athletics at Robertsdale High School during the 1955-56 school term do not have to feel inferior to the athletes of the past several years. Certainly you did not accomplish the high records set by the teams of yesteryears. There is more to athletics than what is shown in a won and lost column. 1 am sure that you received, from your partici- pation in athletics, the same high values that the athletes of former years received. And af- ter all. that is the important part of an athletic program. If you continue to display the same fortitude, ambition, and loyalty that you have shown in sports, your future will be a bright and happy one. Good luck to those leaving us and going forward into the world of life. “Keep your chin up”, and continue the lessons learned in athletics. O. W. Troy, Director of Athletics Look Out! It's the Mighty Tigers! t 955 'Va.r.iitcf 'pootkall Record R.H.S. Opp. SEPTEMBER 9 JOHNSTOWN “B” 0 6 SEPTEMBER 16 EVERETT 7 6 SEPTEMBER 23 ORBISONIA 0 12 SEPTEMBER 30 ALTOONA CATHOL IC 0 19 OCTOBER 8 CLAYSBURG 7 19 OCTOBER 13 ALTOONA B 33 6 OCTOBER 21 WILLIAMSBURG 0 27 OCTOBER 29 JUNIATA VALLEY 7 19 NOVEMBER 4 SAXTON 14 0 NOVEMBER 11 OSCEOLA MILLS 13 14 Ol K MANAGF.RS This crew is a very important part of our football team, for these boys put in as much time, and possibly more, as does the team itself. These arc manager Ronald Laughlin. a senior, and his assistants. Terry Burke, a junior. Tom- my Zdrosky and Ray Heath, sophomores, l ooking after equipment, preparing equipment for away games, caring for minor ailments such as charlcy-horses” and bruises, liming the field, arc a few of the numerous chores which this crew performs, OCR COACHING STAFF Assistant Coach Bill Hastings. Coach O. W. Troy, and Assistant Coach Sherman Croft. 7i e (Zive tyou 7be We can't all play a winning game. Someone is sure to lose; Yet we can play, so that our name. No one may dare accuse. That when the Master Referee Scores against our name. It won’t be whether we've won or lost But how we’ve played the game.” True, the “Little Tigers in the midst of re- building, did not produce their traditional powerhouse which gave them twenty-seven regular season victories from 1952 to 1954, but when examining the evidence, little more could be expected. The Tigers suffered serious- ly by the loss of veteran players through gradu- ation. Then, too. the team lacked the services of Gerald Sipes and Irvin Heath who were benched by injuries received early in the sea- son. We must, nevertheless, pay tribute to a group of approximately seventy fellows who kept going against sometimes adverse conditi- ons and gave just as many knocks as they recei- ved. To the graduating seniors—Rourke, Hor- ton, Black, Croft. Sipes, Zdrosky, Lashinsky, Hooper, Taylor, Greenland, Territo, Heath, McClain, and Smith, we wish luck and success as they take their places in the world. To the 'Hineteea. hundred and 0?c£tty-live many boys returning, we say better luck next year—we'll be with you! Much praise is due the fine coaching staff of Messers. Troy, Croft, and Hastings, who have worked diligently in instilling the qualities of fine sportsmanship and cooperation in these citizens of tomorrow. Seniors . . . Gary Rourke, James Horton, Donald Black. Bill Croft, Gerald Sipes, John Zdrosky, Steve Lashinsky, Forbes Hooper, Robert Taylor, El- wood Greenland, Bill Territo, Glenn Heath, Rodney McClain, Bortie Smith. Juniors . . . Lewis Winfield. Rey Howe, Jack Troy, Ir- vin Heath. Paul L.ucas, Larry Williams, Den- nis Rourke, George Snyder, Robert Martin, Jack Martin. Martin Territo. Robbie Love, Leon Wible, Harry Houck, Timmie Lightner, Gary Black, and Andrew Kowalchek. Sophomores . . . Ted Diehl. Ned Diehl, Ronald Eichelbergcr, Roy Black. Gary Young, Lewis Riehart. Dale Mosby, Gary Everhart, Frank Neville, and Jack Meketa. Freshmen . . . Larry Morgan, Lanny Ross, Ted Leabhart, Larry Garner. Paul Gannon, Alfred Scellini, Jesse Adams, Tom Heath, Larry Park, David Long, John Stetchock, Robert Rourke, Leroy Snyder. Charles May, Llewlyn Watkins, Steve Mykut, and Kenneth Woomer. Left top—Gary Rourke—5' 11Wt. 160, Left end. Jacket, Letter 4 stars Center top—Elwood Greenland—5'8”. Wt. 150, Quarterback. Jacket, l etter, 2 stars Right top—Donald Black—5'10 , Wt. 150, Left guard. Jacket, Letter, I star Season's Left center—Robert Taylor—5T0 , Wt. 150, Right end. Jacket, l.etter. 2 stars Left bottom—James Horton—5'8 . Wt. 145, Left tackle. Jacket. Letter, 1 star • I ,1 ____________ SE P I EMBER 9, 1955 Robby’s 28-game skein broken by Johnstown B 6-0 The 28-game win streak by the Robby Tigers, which dates back three years, came to an abrupt end when Johnstown “B” pounced over a fourth period touchdown to win by a slim 6-0 margin in a hard fought battle at J. A. Carney Memorial Field in Robertsdale. With about seven minutes left in the game, halfback Nick Tiplica of Johnstown broke through the left side of the Roberts dale defense and raced 40 yards for the game's only score. Robertsdale missed three good scoring chances when they were stopped within the enemy 20. SEPTEMBER 16. 1955 Robertsdale edges Everett team 7-6 Robertsdale Eligh's gridders hit the comeback trail in a close 7-6 victory over the Warriors in an evenly played contest at Everett. Both teams had a net gain from scrimmage of 181 yards. After two scoreless first periods Irvin Heath, in the third period on a quick opener, did the scoring honors on a 12 yard run. Heath added the point after touchdown from placement which spelled the difference in the contest. In less than a minute to play Steed in a center plunge from one yard out scored the Warriors' lone six pointer. SEPTEMBER 23, 1955 Orbisonia dumps Robertsdale by a 12-0 score Orbisonia scored its biggest football victory in years by blanking the Tigers 12-0. Early in the first stanza Leonard of the Bisons scored on a 12 yard scamper. In the second period quarterback Elwood Greenland's fumble was turned into a score. Plays later Leonard scored from 9 yards out. Left Top—William Croft—5'8”. Wt. 170, Center, Jacket. Letter. 2 stars Center top—Gerald Sipes—5'8 , Wt. 150, Right guard. Jacket. Letter. I star Right top—William Territo—5’8”, Wt. 145, Left halfback. Jacket. Letter. I star Highlights Dennis Rourke blocked and recovered a Bison punt on the enemy 28 and Robby, having possession, drove to the 12 as the game ended. A 21 yard run by Lou Winfield was the longest run in the contest. SEPTEMBER 30, 1955 Robby Is Handed 19-0 Setback by Altoona Catholic Robertsdale’s gridders went down to thei rthird defeat of the season as Altoona Catholic took the measure of the Tigers. 19.0. Catholic served notice early in the game as Steinbeiser copped the opening kickoff march with a one yard plunge through the line. Neither team scored in the second or third periods of the game. In the fourth period Wiley passed to Ollen in the end zone for Catholic's second 6 pointer. Shortly after Catholic got a break when Robertsdale fumbled and Jim O'Toole recovered on the Tigers off right tackle for the touchdown and Statler kicked the extra point. OCTOBER 8. 1955 Robby Is Handed 19-7 Setback by Claysburg Robertsdale's injury-riddled gridders went down to their fourth defeat in five starts at the hands of the Claysburg eleven. After Claysburg recovered a Robby fumble on the kickoff. Miller tossed to McDonald for the score. Miller kicked the point. Clays- burg got its second score when Cloor scored from five yards out. Miller's kick was blocked. The Bulldogs hit paydirt again in the fourth period on a Ny- cum to Miller pass. Miller's kick was missed. Robertsdale went 82 yards in the fourth period for its lone score, a 74 yard plass play from Jack Troy to Rey Howe providing the clincher. Winfield added the point on an end sweep. Right center—John Zdrosky—5‘8”, Wt. 150. Left guard. Jacket. Letter. I star Right bottom—Glenn Heath—5’9”. Wt. 140. Right halfback. Jacket. Letter. I star Top left—Forbes Hooper 5'8 . Wt. 140, Right guard, Jacket, Letter Top center—Rodnc McClain 5'4'’, Wt. 130, Right halfback. Jacket. Letter. I star Top right—Steve Lashinsky 5'8 . Wt. 145. Right guard. Jacket. Letter. 1 star Lower left—Bortie Smith ft'. Wt. 150. Center, Jacket. Letter OCTOBER 13. 1955 Robby Surprises Altoona “BM Team 32-7 Robcrtsdale snapped a three game losing streak by surprising a highly-touted Altoona B eleven, 32.7. After a scoreless first period. Robertsdale exploded for 20 points in the second stanza. The first score came when end Bob Taylor recovered a blocked kick in the end zone for a touchdown. Winfield circled end for the extra point. Winfield scored the second touchdown and Troy passed to Gary Rourke for the extra point. Later in the period Howe scored on a pass from Troy. In the third period. Baker of the Visitors, scooped up a fum- ble and ran 35 yards for the score. A pass from Campbell to Dean added the point. Robby's fourth score was in the third period on a 41 yard scamper by Winfield. The extra point rush failed. In the fourth period Bill Territo scampered 73 yards to the nine and later tallied from the one. OCTOBER 21. 1955 Robby Is Handed 27-0 Loss By Williamsburg Williamsburg's high powered grid machine defeated Robby 27-0. In the first play George Good of the Blue Pirates ripped off right tackle 21 yards for paydirt. Hall threw to Aurandt for the extra point. In the second period Good scored again from one yard out and Deters added the point from placement. In the fourth period Hall added the third touchdown on a 9 yard scamper around end. Detters booted the extra point making the score 21-0. Good scored the final touchdown from the one yard line. Robertsdale was unable to muster a serious drive. OCTOBER 29. 1955 Juniata Valley’s Gridders Defeat Robby 19-7 Juniata Valley's Green Hornets posted their first victory over Robcrisdalc in several seasons by downing the Tigers 19-7. In the first period a Bob Houch-to-Bill McCarty touchdown pass put the Green Hornets ahead. In the second period Winfield 4 Pictured here are the seniors who hid a rather hearty farewell to the bumps, bruises, and charley-hor- ses. Everyone of them would tell you that they'd gladly spend the time playing football all over a- gain. Good luck to gridders Black. Greenland. Horton, Rourkc. Sipes. Taylor. Croft. McClain. Smith. Territo. I.ashinsky. Zdrosky. Heath, and Hooper. went two yards to paydirt and then added the point on an end run to give Robby a 7-6 edge at halftime. Juniata Valley pushed over the deciding touchdown in the third period when Chet Mc- Carty went over from two yards out. Grove’s extra point attempt was blocked. In the fourth period Chet McCarty again did the honors with a three-yard rush through the middle and Bill McCarty tacked on the extra point. NOVEMBER 4, 1955 Robertsdale Is 14-0 Winner Over Saxton Robertsdale High’s Tigers retained pos- session of the Ole Buckskin dy bowning the Wildcats. In the initial period after Roberts- dale recovered a Saxton fumble. Troy tossed a 22 yard scoring pass to Wible. Lou Winfield bulled over the extra point. In the second stan- za. Gary Rourke intercepted a pass on his own 35 yard line sitting up the 65 yard scoring march. Troy hit Rey Howe on a 20 yarder to paydirt. Winfield again tacked on the extra point making the count 14-0. It was Robbie's third victory in nine starts. NOVEMBER 11. 1955 Robby Loses Final Game Of Season 14-13 Robertsdale High's gridders dropped a 14-13 heartbreaker to Osceola Mills in the Tigers’ final game of the season at J. A. Car- ney Memorial Field. Osceola's first score came when Drillock went 17 yards for the touchdown and then kicked the extra point. In the second period. Lou Winfield did the honors for Robby. The extra point tries failed. In the third quarter Lego of Osceola went 19 yards for the score and Drillock added the point by placement. The Tigers roared back with Winfield again scoring. Troy passed to Wible for the point. Robertsdale had a touchdown called back and were inside the one yard line on three oc- casions without scoring. OUR JUNIOR VARSITY The above group represents our junior varsity—22 strong! These boys should provide good material for our varsity next year. Coached by Mr. Croft, the junior varsity played four games. Their opponents included Williamsburg, Roaring Springs, Everett, and Claysburg. And we are very proud of our Ninth Graders who have the makings of good football players some day. so their coach. Mr. Hastings, tells us. These little Tigers played four games and won two of them. Their victims included Juniata Valley and Saxton; they tied Orbisonia and lost to Claysburg. NINTH GRADE GRIDDERS CHEERLEADERS Come on, Tigers! Here they come! What a jolt! Bigger than a thun- der bolt! Those were some of the comments made by spectators as this attractive quartette took to the field and led the cheers at our various athletics participation. Under the direction of Miss Lenore Goodrich, physical education d rector for girls, the cheerleaders learned many new cheers and formations which added zest and vigor to pep rallies. Charlotte Neville, accompanied by Miss Goodrich, attended the Cheerleaders’ Clinic held at Shippensburg State Teachers College last fall. Char- lotte came back wtih a wealth of experience which she passed on to the other cheerleaders. Since Charlotte Neville and Eugenia Houck will be graduating, to Anna Pawuk. Wanda Grimes and other cheerleaders to be elected, will be given the job of leading the teams to victory next year. The leader has to be courageous, and able to go alone.”—Beck GIRLS’ BASKETBALL Determination. Desire, Durability — the 3-D formula which may well be applied to the efforts of the 1956 Tigerettes who can be mighty proud of their basketball record. The girls, under the supervision of Miss Angle, wrapped up their 1956 season with a total of eight wins and six losses. In the Huntingdon County League the Tigerettes took second honors. Total points scored by the team during the season were 566 against 528 scored by their opponents. High scorer during the season was Agnes Lucas, a junior, who tallied 307 points, while another jun- ion, Nancy Leabhart, ranked second with 118. Janet Lou George, a senior, wound up her basket- ball career with a total of I 17 points. Leah Cor- bin. another senior tallied 37 points. Janet Lou George and Eugenia Houck, both seniors, qualified for the girls' basketball highest award, which is the 14 K. gold miniature basket- ball pin. Leah Corbin, also a senior, qualified for the letter award. Juniors who earned the letter a- ward included Nancy Leabhart. Agnes Lucas. Patsy May. Margaret Williams. Peggy Houck, and Leona Spencer. Awards are earned by compiling the necessary points which arc received by parti- cipation in extra-curricular activities and main- taining good scholastic standing. With several experienced players returning next year, the Tigerettes should provide some real thrills and perhaps win the championship. Good luck, girls. Members of the squad include Anna Pawuk, Marian Clark. Nellie Neville. Juliet Gambacurta, Carolyn Spencer. Patty Winfield, Patsy May, Janet Lou George, Peggy Houck, Agnes Lucas, Leah Corbin. Nancy Leabhart, Margaret Wil- liams, Eugenia Houck. Leona Spencer, and Eliz- abeth Streharsky. Janet Lou George—Forward Leah Corbin—Forward Patsy May—Guard Coach Angle Margaret Williams—Guard Eugenia Houck—Guard Agnes Lucas—Forward Nancy Leabhart—Forward THE ROBERTSDALE CAGERS Under the direetion of Coach Croft our var- sity quintet completed a rather successful bas- ketball season. The final slate shows 12 wins and 6 losses. Although our cagers captured no titles, they were a 4-1 runner-up in the Kove League's second round. In final standings our boys ranked second in both the Kove League and Huntingdon County League. 1033 points were scored by our boys againts 964 points by their opponents. Honors for high scorer went to Irvin Heath who tallied 300 points. Jack Troy was second with 230 points. Among ca- gers from the seven area teams on the basis of average points per game, Irvin Heath ranked third with 16.7 points per game. Troy ranked tenth with 12.8 per game, and Wible was se- venteenth with 9.9 points per game. Squad includes Paul Lucas, Jack Troy. Rey Howe, Irvin Heath, Leon Wible, Dennis Rour- ke. Ronald Eichelberger, LcRoy Black, Ted Diehl. Ned Diehl. Steve Mykut, Robbie Love, Timmy Lightncr. Ronald Laughlin, senior manager, and Ronald Woods, score keeper. Mr. Croft, Basketball Coach SCORES Tigers 49 Williamsburg 88 Tigers 78 Claysburg 58 Tigers 47 Williamsburg 101 Tigers 55 Claysburg 29 Tigers 57 Saxton 52 Tigers 61 Warfordsburg 49 Tigers 47 Saxton 52 Tigers 51 Juniata Valley 39 Tigers 52 Saltillo 53 Tigers 38 Orbisonia 46 Tigers 78 McConnellsburg 54 Tigers 68 Greenhill 36 Tigers 68 Warfordsburg 46 Tigers 63 Juniata Valley 47 Tigers 62 Greenhill 45 Tigers 67 Saltillo 56 Tigers 31 Orbisonia 66 Tigers 61 McConnellsburg 44 Coach Croft's Trotters Leon Wiblc—Forward Paul Lucas—Center Rcy Howe—Forward Jack Troy—Guard Irvin Heath—Forward Dennis Rourke—Guard JUNIOR VARSITY SCORES c Robertsdale 12 Williamsburg 29 o Robertsdale 32 Claysburg 21 A Robertsdale 20 Williamsburg 34 c Robertsdale 22 Claysburg 24 H Robertsdale 37 Saxton 38 Robertsdale 21 Saxton 23 H A S Jl 1NIOR HIGH SCORES T Robertsdale 26 Saxton 28 I Robertsdale 16 Orbisonia 33 N Robertsdale 10 Saxton 13 G Robertsdale 36 Saltillo 18 S Robertsdale 44 Saltillo 19 Robertsdale 33 Orbisonia 48 INDUSTRIAL ARTS STUDENTS AT WORK These are seniors working on various projects in the fields of woodworking and metal work. Each senior boy is expected to complete a project in one of these departments. The more in- dustrious boys who apply them- selves often complete two or more projects during the term. OUR CAFETERIA This photo shows our cafeteria with the tables and benches which were built in the department under the supervision of the instructor. Mr. Black. COMMERCIAL ARTS To learn the fundamentals of business and become acquainted with the various phases of it so that when leaving school, students may have better employment opportunities, our school offers various courses in commercial education, which are taught by Mr. LeRoy Kolva. In addition to learning typing, short- hand. and other phases of the business course, students are taught to operate various mach- ines, which today are a part of most modern offices; they are also acquainted with the new- est developments in the business field. Enrollment in the business courses is high; for the more conscientious students, it pro- vides advantages when they are ready to seek employment. “To business that we love, we rise betimes, and go to it with delight.” —Shakespeare Girls here are shown learning to operate various business machines which would be found in the office of today. SCIENTISTS OF TOMORROW 3HN03 Cu—3 Cu (No3)2 f 4 H20—NO What will happen if you add what's in this bottle to what’s in that bottle? Well, try it and see. And that’s what these intelligent looking youngsters are doing, supervised by their in- structor, Mr. Wible. Possibly an amazing dis- covery will be made or perhaps just a disagree- able odor will pour forth—whatever the case may be, we always learn more by doing. In this chemistry class students, our would-be chem- ists, who are challenged by the mysteries of science, try their hand at experiment and creation. And who wouldn’t find it gratifying to teach this group of students whose interest and enthusiasm arc boundless! Another experiment? “Every great scientific truth goes through three stages. First, people say it conflicts with Bible; next they say it has been discovered before. Lastly, they say they al- ways believed it.”—Agassiz MUSIC DON BROCHT Director of music at the Robertsdale High School There is something marvelous in music. I might almost say it is in itself, a marvel; it is a glimmering medium between mind and manner, related to both and yet differ- ing from either. Spiritual, and yet requiring rhythm; material and yet independent of space. —Heine Cux Dxcun Tftajaxctte tfcoxye The R. H. S Band of Nineteen Is it the old familiar tune of ‘Pomp and Circumstance , a half-time performance at a football game, or a stirring march as they step in a parade of which this group reminds you? In any case, they make up the Robertsdale High School Band, sixty-five strong, under the direction of Don Brocht. They performed at all football games, and we all agree that their performances at half-time, led by Janet Lou George with her baton, were quite spectacular. They have made appearances at various pa- rades in near-by areas, and we all are proud of the acclaim our musicians won during their half-time performance at the game between Juniata College and Grove City College. Our band was represented at the District Sue Foore and Jo Ann Park, senior members of the twirling corps. Hundred and Fifty-six! Band Festival in Philipsburg by Helen Mae number of our band members represented the Theys, senior, and Ronald Woods, junior. A organization at the County Band Festival. “Music is the only language in which we cannot say a mean or sarcastic thing.” —Erskine The twirling corps. Park, May, Metz. Stinson, and Foore. BAND IN FORMATION This is one of Che many for- mations which our hand put on when they accompanied our foot- ball team at all football game . SENIOR MUSICIANS This group represents the Senior Class musicians and twirlers. Most of these have been in the band three or four years and are all eli- gible for the sweater award. Left to right we have Janet Lou George, who capably served as drum majorette and student field director. Jo Ann Park, a member of the twirling corps. Jacqueline Bivens, banner carrier, Wanda Dickson, cornet player. Mary Ann Ramper. flag bearer, Jean McMul- len, second clarinet player. Sue Foorc, another senior member of the twirling corps. Helen Mae Theys, first clarinet player, who re- presented us at the District Band Festival. Mr. Brocht. out top-notch director. Peggy Black, second clar- inet player, Verna McMullen, first flute player. Marian Black, cornet player, and Charles Diehl, our bass player. JUNIOR BAND To replace these talented musi- cians. who are leaving us, Mr. Brocht will reach into the group shown here, which represents our junior band composed of approxi- mately twenty-eight students from the junior high school group. Members include: Melcinc Ne- ville. Elanor Lowery, Kay Steven- son. Martha Spencer, Bonnie Kay Ramper. Richard Griffith. Eliza- beth Lucas, Anna Lou Cialone, Dolores Bollinger, Peggy Heath, Laura Rourke. Sara Bell Black, Patty Adams. Marlene Laughlin, Barbara Greenland, Mary Gail Diehl. Neil Houck. Barbara Tay- lor. Larry Black. Betsy Grccnwalt. Francis Huston, Diane Clark. Lin- da Wible, Donnie Martin, Owen Clark. Marlin Figard, Robert Swope. Marlin Williams. Members absent were Greg McClain and John Griffith. CHORAL CLUB Music has proven to be one of the most im- portant activities in our high school, a fact evi- dent by the interest which our students take in the various music organizations. The chorus. the quartettes, montettes, both instrumental and vocal, all add their important contribu- tions to the music life of students interested in the field. The membership in the Girls’ Chorus in- cludes students from the senior, junior, sopho- more and freshman classes. Under the direction of the music supervisor, Mr. Brocht, the girls meet semi-monthly to rehearse numbers, which include sacred, semi-classical, and popular se- lections. The chorus appeared in the annual Christmas program. Judging from their recent rehearsals, the group has already begun work on selections which will be rendered at the Baccalaureate Services. “O may the cadance of our song l ive and remember beauty in our hearts.”—Day Here we have Marian Black, a senior, who has served as piano accompanist for the various vocal groups. SENIOR This group of girls constitutes a vocal en- semble better known as “The Dreamers”, com- posed of seniors and one junior. Under the di- rection of our music director, Mr. Brocht, the group has appeared in various school activities and their public appearances include their par- ticipation in an amateur program which was ENSEMBLE televised from Pittsburgh. Left to right the girls are Eugenia Houck, Helen Mae Theys, Marian Black. Peggy Houck, the only junior, Janet Meketa, Jac- queline Bivens, and Wanda Dickson. Judy Dobey, a sophomore, accompanies the girls at the piano. SOPHOMORE Here we have a vocal octette composed of girls from the Sophomore Class. Directed by Mr. Brocht. the girls rehearse weekly, numbers both sacred and popular. The group have made appearances in assembly programs. This group Mr. Brocht expects to take the place of the senior ensemble, and judging from their mel- OCTE7TE low voices, we should have an excellent vocal group in the next two years. Left to right are Peggy Blasko. Irene Yan- kanich, Genevieve Heath, Barbara Stinson. Eunice Cook, Patty Winfield, Juliet Gamba- curta, and Judy Dobey. “Nothing is impossible to the man who can will, and then do; this is the only law of success. —Mirabeau TRI-HI-Y In order to live up to the high ideals of Y. W. C. A. and Y. M. C. A., the Tri-Hi-Y Club, consisting of sophomore, junior, and senior girls, develop qualities of leadership in service work. This organization, with Miss Hazel An- gle serving as its advisor, elected the following officers: President Frances Reed Vice-president Susan Banco Secretary Beverly Buckley Treasurer Shirley Stapleton Although membership in this club is small, it is quite active in rendering services to both school and community. As a project of national service the girls made a quilt which was sent to a needy family in a foreign country. As a school project the group purchased a book and a Bible for use in club meetings. Another com- mendable service is that of sending messages of cheer to the sick of the community. It is evident that the Tri-Hi-Y organization accomplishes many worthwhile projects during the school term since they participate in nu- merous service activities. Membership includes Susan Banco, Beverly Buckley, Mary Jane Carowick, Janet Giules, Frances Reed, Shirley Stapleton, and Irene Yankanich. “Whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report, if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. —Philippians IV: 8 SENIOR PLAY Most seniors look forward to a part in the sen- ior play because they know that after graduation, memories of the emotional scenes, the application of grease paint, and the hilarious incidents linger on. “Straighten those curtains!” “Turn on that light!” These were some of the last minute direc- tions as the curtain was about to go up on the comedy, “No Rhyme Nor Reason , under the ca- pable direction of the director. Miss Angle. A matinee performance for students was followed by an evening performance to a large group of a- dults on Saturday, Dec. 4, in the auditorium. Y‘ou'11 never practice psychiatry again!” Thus spoke Bill Croft as Doctor Beebe in his role as domineering head of a mental institution as the author takes us from a world of sense into one of nonsense. Janet Lou George ably portrayed a woman doctor who brings her husband, Pat, play- ed by Elwood Greenland, to live on the grounds of Sunnydell Sanitarium. When Kay Long shows up. Pat decides to have some fun. Then a real Sylvia is followed by Pat’s Aunt Laura who is portrayed by Marian Black. After Pat is restored to his aunt's good graces only because she thinks he's insane, he does nothing to clear the misunder- standing. When Dr. Beebe threatens to tell the truth, he is locked in the closet where an escaped lunatic is hiding. Need we tell you that bedlam reigns from there on? Other characters include Jo Ann Park, the col- ored maid, Charlotte Neville, an attendant, Leah Corbin and Dorris Richabaugh. who portray the part of mental patients, and Don Black, a cab driver. 'This is a powerful drug that quickly soothes the nerves.” Don't worry . . . this won't hurt.” AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHERS This is the Camera Club, organized under the direction of the advisor, Mr. Wible, last fall with a membership of 16 students. Offi- cers are Jack Dubetz, president; Leah Corbin, vice-president; and Kay Dorsey, secretary- treasurer. The main activity of this organization is ex- perimental demonstrations which deal with the sound projector, the silent projector, different types of cameras, and other equipment used in the fields of projection and photography. The students undergo a period of training whereby they learn the operation of various types of projection. Teachers, who use films to supplement classroom instruction, find it con- venient to have a student who has had the training to manage the projector in the class- room. The members of this club are also taught the proper ways of taking and developing their own pictures. They have learned the principles of the polaroid. 35 mm. Voitlander. the box, and folding cameras. Some students have in- vested in cameras of their own and have made photography a hobby. Some of the pictures in our yearbook are the result of this club’s work, under the supervision of Mr. Wible. Members include Peggy Black. Betty Brum- baugh, Marion Clark, Leah Corbin, Kay Dor- sey. Jack Dubetz, Ernest Frederick, Genevieve Heath, Beverly Mellott, Dennis Querry. Mary Ann Ramper, Martha Saylor, John Stevens, Richard Williams, Barbara Yablonski, and Jack Yablonski. Photography is a satisfying creative hobby, a recognized art, in which serious artists do beautiful work.”—Talbot COMMERCIAL CLUB The Commercial Club is an extra-curricular activity affiliated with the Commercial Arts department. The group, under the supervision of their advisor, Mr. Kolva. meets weekly. Membership includes: Judy Dobey, Eunice Cook, Juliet Gambacurta, Jackie Bivens. Eu- gent Houck. Janet Meketa. Jo Ann Park. Helen Mae Theys, Janet Lou George. Marian Black. Wanda Dickson. Edity Watkins, Charlotte Neville. Donna Guines. Shirley Geier, Emma Lou Adams. Gloria Barnett, Christine Dc- moise. Linda Black. Dorothy Criswell, Jean Coy, Darlene Park, Della Duvall, Annette Gannon. Nancy Leabhart. Peggy Houck, Bet- ty Metz, Aggie Lucas, Anna Pawuk, Helen Sipes, Patty Skvarka, Leona Spencer, Eliza- beth Streharsky. Peggy Black. Mary Ann Ro- per. Kay Dorsey, and Patty Everhart. A Bible and a newspaper in every house, a good school in every district—all studied and appreciated as they merit—are the principal supports of virtue, mor- ality, and civil liberty.”—Franklin CIVIL AIR PATROL Aviation has taken the meaning out of the ol ddivision of the world into Eastern and Western Hemispheres—As flying “shrinks the world, the peoples of the world become more concerned with what is happening to their neighbors. —Fath When you look up into the sky and see air- crafts, can you identify them? Can you recog- nize a cargo plane from a passenger plane, or a B-46 from a B-50? Well, this alert group of chaps can because they belong to the Civil Air Patrol, an organization affiliated with the United States Air Force, with the purpose of making our youth aware of the fact that they will be living in an age in which aviation will play a great part in their lives. Under the supervision of Mr. Thomas Black, their advisor, who is a licensed pilot, the boys participate in a wide field of activities pertain- ing to aviation. They learn how to spot various types of aircrafts, they participate in military drilling, and they acquire general information in the field of aviation. The organization has undertaken various projects which include several camping trips in surrounding areas and two scheduled flights to Pittsburgh. The club hopes someday to own a plane of its own so that actual flight training may become part of its program. Members include Don Black, Tom Buckley, Charles Diehl, Guy Diehl, Ronald L.aughlin. Rodney McClain, Bortie Smith. John Zdrosky, Mike Banco, Gary Black. Terry Burke. Ronald Wood. Ned Diehl, Ted Diehl. Robert Everhart. Ellis Griffith. Bill Heath, Ray Heath. Owen Lcabhart, Jack Meketa. Dale Moseby. Frank Neville. Bernard Park, Lewis Reihart, Robert Rinehart, Orvis Wagner, Gary Young, and Tommy Zdrosky. R Club This picture of beaming faces represents the “R” Club, a group of boys who have won an “R” by the participation in sports. Some have earned an R and 2 or more stars depending upon the extent of their participation. Several boys have won awards in all sports, football, basketball, and baseball. The senior representatives are especially happy, for they are wearing their jackets, the highest athletics award. Members of the R” Club include: Gerald Sipes, Steve Lashinsky, Elwood Greenland, Rodney McClain, William Croft, Robert Tay- lor. James Horton, Forbes Hooper, Ronald Laughlin, Gary Rourke. John Zdrosky, Wil- liam Territo, Glenn Heath, Bortie Smith. George Snyder, Dennis Rourk, Robert Martin, and Harry Houck. Remember that the game is the thing, and he who thinketh otherwise is no true sportsman.”—American Magazine Pictured here are Sipes. Territo. Lashinsky. Hooper. McClain. Horton, Zdrosky, Taylor, Greenland. Smith. Rourke, Croft. Heath, and Laughlin. who have won the highest athletics award, the jacket award. The Roving Reporter . . . y|M r w®iin;« t3 atttoUtciviy . . . Our Business Patrons An old proverb states that everyone lives by selling something. The business staff of this yearbook may well vouch for this proverb because we had the experience of trying to sell our business friends on the idea of invest- ing their money behind our project so that we could finance this annual. And it worked! Each year seniors find themselves relying more and more on the generosity of our bus- iness men and women. If you would refer to the advertisement section of each yearbook for the last fifteen years, you will find that most of these contributors have made a sort of “honor roll as their names have appeared regularly in each edition. We wish we could in some real way express to these boosters our gratitude because without their financial backing, there just wouldn't have been a 1956 TIGER. 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McCLAIN STORE BAKER DONELSON PLANING MILL The Broad Top’s Big One Stop Store Robertsdale, Pa. Saxton, Pa. Compliments of Compliments of WOOD WIBLE’S YOUTH CENTER ECONOMY STORE Wood, Pa. Mapleton Depot, Pa. Compliments of Compliments of HORON’S GARAGE E. W. GRACEY Broad Top, Pa. Broad Top, Pa. Compliments of GREENLAND’S Compliments of THE CENTRAL NATIONAL BANK MOTOR SALES Mount Union Three Springs It’s Never Too Late The time is always right for a new savings account Mount Union, Pa. Compliments of REALITY THEATRE Tops in Entertainment! Robertsdale, Pa. niCHOL KOLB WIBLE BOTTLING WORKS Three Springs, Pa. Compliments of Compliments of RAYMOND PARK J. S. SHAPIRO’S SONS, ECONOMY STORE Inc. Three Springs, Pa. Mount Union, Pa. Compliments of Compliments of AMERICAN LEGION SAXE’S Men’s Women’s Children’s Wear Broad Top, Pa. Mount Union, Pa. Compliments of Compliments of BLACK’S THE SERVICE STATION FIRST NATIONAL BANK Broad Top, Pa. Mapleton Depot, Pa. Compliments of Compliments of GLENN E. BLACK BUCK’S TEXACO SERVICE STATION GENERAL MERCHANDISE Goodrich Tires Batteries Accessories Broad Top, Pa. A. S. Buchanan, Prop. Mapleton Depot, Pa. Compliments of Compliments of KELLY’S McMullen I. G. A. STORE FURNITURE STORE Saxton, Pa. Saxton, Pa. Compliments of Compliments of A P STORE EBERSOLE AND HAMMAN GENERAL ELECTRIC Riddlesburg, Pa. Saxton, Pa. Compliments of Compliments of POSER’S ROBERTSDALE DEPARTMENT HIGH SCHOOL STORE BAND MOTHERS Huntingdon, Pa. Robertsdale, Pa. Compliments of Compliments of BLACK’S JEWELRY STORES GRANGE TRUST Diamonds Watches COMPANY Gifts for all Occasions Now at two stores Huntingdon, Pa. 423 Penn St. 723 Washington St. Huntingdon, Pa. Jewelers Since 1872 Compliments of Compliments of PETE’S CASH FEED AND SUNOCO SERVICE SUPPLY COMPANY Huntingdon, Pa. Huntingdon, Pa. Compliments of Compliments of J. C. PENNY CO., Inc. G. B. MILLER CO. “All good wishes during your enjoyable years ahead.” INSURANCE BROKER Huntingdon, Pa. Huntingdon, Pa. Our Patrons Hasting's Service Station Six Mile Run. Pa. Marcocci Beer Distributor Dudley, Pa. Eli Facchinie Dudley. Pa. Walter Long Cassvillc, Pa. Louie Territo Robcrtsdale. Pa. Spencer Service Station Saxton, Pa. Harris Boyer Baking Company Johnstown, Pa. Skip's Electric Cassville, Pa. Sterling Jewelers Mount Union, Pa. Guy Territo Robertsdale. R. D., Pa. Robert Stevenson Robertsdale, R. D., Pa. Hennessey's Service Station Saxton, Pa. Savadow’s Store Saxton, Pa. Wayne's Department Store Saxton. Pa. Bulger's Jewelry Store Saxton, Pa. Dr. C. C. Barton Saxton, Pa. Reed’s Beauty Shoppe Saxton, Pa. Clara's Flowers Saxton, Pa. Enyeart's Store Saxton, Pa. McCahan Electric Shop Saxton, Pa. S. 1. Miller Service Station Saxton, Pa. Blankley's Service Station Route 26. Saxton. Pa. Hoover's Dairy Store Saxton, Pa. Johnson's Service Station Riddlesburg, Pa. Chcrrio Restaurant Everett, Pa. June Clapper’s Beauty Shoppe Dudley. Pa. A. P. Tea Company Saxton, Pa. Pansy Gates Beauty Shoppe Hopewell, Pa. Gloyd Taylor’s Garage Six Mile Run, Pa. R. Shuke Six Mile Run, Pa. Cutshall's Meat Market Six Mile Run, Pa. Settemia Bartola Beauty Shoppe Six Mile Run. Pa. Bill's Atlantic Service Station Huntingdon, Pa. George W. Henry Huntingdon, Pa. Westbrook Shoe Store Huntingdon, Pa. Freidman’s Men’s Shop Huntingdon, Pa. Hotel Penn-Hunt Huntingdon, Pa. Mark’s Restaurant Huntingdon, Pa. Hotel Huntingdon, Inc. Huntingdon, Pa. Jane's Style Shop Huntingdon, Pa. Updyke’s Sporting Goods Huntingdon, Pa. Compliments of a Friend Our Patrons . . . Brigg's Service Station Huntingdon, Pa. Hixon’s Stationery Huntingdon, Pa. B. E. Huston Huntingdon, Pa. Ross E. Goodman Hardware Huntingdon, Pa. Speck Pontiac Huntingdon, Pa. Endres Lumber Company Huntingdon and Mount Union, Pa. Snare Bros. Economy Store Huntingdon, Pa. Charles Stevenson Broad Top. Pa. Mary Sabalsice Wood, Pa. Baker's Service Station Mapleton Depot, Pa. Topper's Esso Station Mount Union, Pa. Grace’s Beauty Shop Mount Union, Pa. D. C. Goodman and Sons Mount Union, Pa. Sosti's Barber Shop Mount Union, Pa. Jaymes Jewelry Store Mount Union, Pa. G. C. Murphy Company Mount Union, Pa. Knepper Clover Farm Store Waterfall, Pa. Hershcy's Coffee Shop Mount Union, Pa. Bowman Stores, Inc. Orbisonia, Pa. J. B. Ewing Orbisonia, Pa. Clover Farm Store Three Springs, Pa. Clifford Benson Jewelry Store Saltillo, Pa. Klingler's Toys Mount Union, Pa. Ewing’s Mount Union, Pa. Welch’s Flower Shop Mount Union, Pa. Goss Furniture Store Orbisonia, Pa. Cutshall s Service Station Three Springs. Pa. Alfred Scellini Robcrtsdale, Pa. Paul Rickabaugh Insurance Todd. Pa. J. J. Mollish Auto Service Center Todd, Pa. Ted Foster Shoe Repair Service Todd, Pa. W. C. Houck General Merchandise Cassville, Pa. W. R. Gracey Planing Mills New Grenada. Pa. E. J. Hoover and Son New Grenada. Pa. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sept. 6—School opens and we settle down to what we think will he a year of great effort in our studies. Sept- 9—Our football season opens with Johnstown “B” as our first opponents, who broke our 29-game win- ning streak by a 6-0 score. Oct. 6—Seniors come to school looking “clean and pretty” for their graduation pictures. Oct. 13-14—We send the teachers to Institute so we can rest a while. Oct. 15—The Robertsdale High School Alumni hold their annual homecoming banquet with approximately 300 guests attending. Oct. 26—The teachers decide we’ve been good, so we’re treated to a full-length movie entitled “Kazan”. Oct. 31—Small game season, and off to the woods we go. Nov. 2—Conservation program in charge of Mr. Bad- dorf. Nov. 4—The big game with our rival Saxton—we won and kept “Ye Ole Buckskin”. Nov. 7—We celebrate our victory over Saxton with a victory parade and home for the rest of the day. Nov. 9—The annual magazine sales campaign opens and according to Miss Angle, faculty advisor in charge the drive was a huge success. Nov. 11—Seniors, under the direction of their advisor. Miss Marcocci, present an impressive Armistice Day Program. Nov. 23—Mr. Wible and Sophomores present an in- teresting assembly program with its theme appropriately centered around Thanksgiving. On this date. too. the Juniors sponsored a dance which was financially suc- cessful. Nov. 24-25—Thanksgiving recess—some of us spent the time hunting, others, eating. Nov. 28—Opening date of big game season and off to the woods again go the young nimrods. Dec. 2-3—“No Rhyme Nor Reason” was the title of the successful play presented by the Seniors under the direction of Miss Angle. Dec. 14—We see another full-length movie entitled “Rocketship.” Dec. 21 — Robertsdale Schools present annual Christ- mas program. Dec. 23—Mr. Kolva and Juniors present assembly program which was very enthusiastically received. Dec. 23—At last, Christmas vacation! Jan. 2—School reopens, and we all return wearing our new clothes, rings, etc. Jan. 9-11—Under the directed efforts of Mr. Black, our “assembly line”, composed of students in the in- dustrial arts department, constructed the cafeteria tables and benches. A job well done, boys. Jan. 18—An important day in the lives of Robertsdale students—our cafeteria was at long last a reality! Now, in addition to food for the mind, we were being given food for the stomach, and to most of us. food for the “tummy” was more to our liking. Jan. 20—Seniors were measured for caps and gowns. Jan. 25-26—As bravely as we could, we faced our semester exams and wondered if we would survive them. Jan. 28—The annual football banquet, honoring the squad and coaches, was attended by about 300 guests. Jack Wiley. Pitt University coach, was guest speaker. Feb. 2—Report cards released. Some were sights for sore eyes, so we made our 100th resolution to do better in the future. Feb. 8—“Kidnapped” was the title of the third full- length movie which we saw. Feb. 10—Through the combined efforts of Miss Johnson and Mr. Black the 7th graders presented an as- sembly program honoring Abraham Lincoln. Con- gratulations on a job well done. On this date too. the Juniors innovate a new fad, ’The Sock Hop”, which went over in a big way. Feb. 14—St. Valentine's Day and Mr. Wible uses it to dissect a real cat in biology class. Ooooo! Those poor Sophomores! Feb. 21—Some “awful” Juniors gave away to the Seniors, of all people, their secrets about the Junior Prom. Shame, shame! Mar. 14—Mr. Taylor gives most interesting lecture concerning his trip to Mexico. Supplementing the lecture were picturesque slides of Mexico’s famous landmarks. Faculty and student body were very grateful to Mr. Taylor for this fine program. Mar. 22, 23 and 24—The Robertsdale Band members are hosts to the visitors participating in the Huntingdon County Band Festival. Our boys just adored some of those lady musicians—in fact, they think these festivals should be held more frequently—they do so much for the morale. Mar. 30—Mr. Black and his industrial arts students present program and projects exhibitions which show that this department is “on the ball”. Mar. 30—Easter vacation begins. Apr. 2—Vacation over—realizing that commence- ment is just around the corner, we resolve again to buckle down to work. Apr. 11—The fourth and last full-length movie was ‘The Babe Ruth Story”, the favorite of the majority of students. Apr. 13—Miss Angle and her homeroom group pre- sent assembly program which proved versatile as well as entertaining. Apr. 27—Mr. Croft directs the talents of the Fresh- men in an assembly program which proved quite en- joyable. Apr. 29—The band makes its annual trip to the Apple Blossom Festival in Winchester. Virginia. May I—Seniors receive commencement announce- ments and graciously hand out name cards to anyone kind enough to ask for them. May 3—Mrs. Phillips and her homemakers present a very worthwhile program to the student body and faculty. May 4—The highlight of the year—the Junior Prom! A memorable event. Thanks, Juniors, for a very enjoy- able time. May 9, 10, 11—Three memorable days in Washing- ton. D. C. In our best “bibs and tucks”, we left for the city and returned with souvenirs, sore feet, and “broke , but with experiences we will always cherish. May 15—Our yearbook is here! The record of our achievements here at good old R. H. S.! May 20—We swing into commencement activities as we don our caps and gowns for Baccalaureate Ser- vices. May 23—Commencement! The day we have waited for so long, and now that it’s here, we feel, for some reason, a lump in our throats, as we join in “On the lofty mountain summit . . . ■ ’ • - • ‘ . . 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