Z UV^B 1 ^ 1 ^"K ' 1 LH1.B55 *00111302*| fT^T .J mm [if v;.;;' % '^K Gift of the Class of 1929 CLASS THE LIBRARY OF THE STATE TEACHERS COLLEGE BLOOMSBURG. ACCESSION NO. PA. LH1.B55 *00111302* f€ nillilni||ni|lirilli'iii||ii|ii||||| -csocs- •00'='- JIBIIIflEIR. <^,_^ 'IID Sii' ''iollliiiuiiiiiriri.c llinibe St.iciii,t€ IB ^ % 311' 1 ©I Aifiiiiniiial IPitlWlicatioiin S€iri.i.'or -ooo- IIIF Cl-ass IfeAcllhiiier^ C'lolle'i^B li iiD '0 rms % uuii v;^, IIRiHl .. tllll€ OBITER ie^^&g?/g^e^^.^i^>xg>/> I Francis B. Haas Whose deep sincerity and whole hearted interest in (Mir welfare and that of our Alma 31ater has assiu-ed him a i)lace in the this heart of every student, hook is dedicated, hy the Class of 15)20 ^^la^gg^^ ZTJZ^i oSJcJ>g(rc;CIJ?et02J^^J>:i 19 a 9 3L'0 lo Our Haas was Francis B. President hoiii in mentary and secondary education Following his graduation in IDO-i Philadelphia, receiving his ele- in the public schools of that city. from the old Central High School, he entered the Philadelphia School of Pedagogy to begin ])reparation for entering the profession of teaching. In 1906 he took his first When mentary School. teaching position in the Kenderton Ele- the practice department of the School of Pedagogy was reorganized in Haas was chosen 1913, Dr. as one of the four demonstration teachers to assist in the j^rejiaration of male became teachers for the ])ublic schools of Philadel])hia. I^ater he member institution. same of the educational faculty of this three years in the School of Pedagogy he was ship of an elementary school. In the five a After elected to the i)rinci pal- years following he had successive charge of three such schools. Along work he contiiuied his professional preparation; receiving his Bachelor's Degree from Temple University in 1913; the degree of Master of Arts from the University of Pennsylvania in 1922; the Pd.D. from Temjjle University in 1927. and in addition sj)ent a semester at Columbia University. He at witli his was called to the State Department of Pennsylvania in 1920. which time he became assistant director of the Teacher Bureau. He assisted became in the formulation of the imi)roved teacher standards that effective in 1920 under the Kdmond's Act. In 1922 j)romote(l to the directorship of the Administration Bureau. made Dejnity Superintendent is 4.5 He and Jean. is a was 192.5. and member of the l*hi Delta Kap])a tions Mu vice president of the National is an active member and and movements and & 2. & He was in 192.5. years old, and has three children, Francis. Mary, cational Fraternity, the Pi (xanuna ciety, was of Public Instruction in 1924, and succeeded Dr. J. George Becht as State Superintendent Dr. Haas lie a Honorary Social Science Kducation Va\u- Honor So- As.sociatioii in ])articipant in educational associa- contributor to educational literature. ^i>a'w^sa;>2ai ^ W ^ OBITER IL^jf:^<-iS.<^^vrc->^w<^^^rin:s>('jyjvJ^^< ,s?. ^ Professor O. H. Bakeless "He ? often, gent has achieved success who lias hved men and the love of ter than he found it. children: little niche and accomplished his task ; who has who has left the whether hy an ini])n)ved fect ])oem. or a rescued soul; who ration; Such finest is whose memorv is taught more of honor, lowmcn than any mere His work with the world bet- ))o])py, a per- life is He in an inspi- has fulfilled to the degree the meaning of the word ""reacher." many tilled his a benediction." our estimate of Mr. Hakeless. classes he has taught intelli- has looked for the best others and »^iven the best that he had; whose § well. lauf>he(l and loved much; who has gained the respect of things, but love, friendshij). by his life Through his and influence he has duty to oneself and one's fel- rnn-icuhini could contain. Art Iveague has brought to this school beauty and appreciation of the beautiful seldom seen and found elsewhere. By his wide reading he has challenged and stinuilated the minds of many students to an under.standing of literature. \\y his wit .uid humor he has endeared himself to the classes of the past until it is with a great deal of regret that wc say "(ioodbye" to a true Christian Gentleman. ^^m ri'^isX'^c^'^s:i-r5fi^j5^ iQaQ I I^S ^QJBl OBITER If^^ 1 I i C£^ 9aQ |sS9.^g^^^o>^ggv^^.^g'gvsa^?8w;aa/?^^s^ia^ffl|^^ ,^^ OBITER \bJfxi<^issyJZ^tn;i^t^^^^rc^i^^r£>i.KsJz/^ri>a^j:>^i I ^i s s FOREWORD I As the symbol of the s])irit of school hfe. I As a record of histin^' friendships and hours of joy and As a service to our college toil. whose fu- ture shall uphold the traditions of its past, this book stands. If these things are pages then our embodied ])uri)ose has in its been accomplished. a M ;^^a^agyc^ rif^sJ«-^W.^V'J)»BVVg*V.a>.Sffll OBITER l^g^-J^ ^ ^ OOKS I. II. III. IV. V. i [£^ 192 & The College Sexioks The Classes Orgaxizatioxs Drama axd Mrsu- VI. Athletics yil. Calexdau >C^l>iPl'5C^I>ir'i>3JjJ^?ii'! 11 >^Afgq^^'J>^IT^S^ L^^ OBITER I 1 Far al)o\e the river winding'. "Midst the mountaiiis ^rand Stands our College, dear Far throughout the to students land. ? CJiorus: l}loonisl)urg. Bloonisburg, IJloonishurg College Up Years on College Hill. to True come to shall find us ever, Bloomsburg still. Far and wide though we may wander, Still To our hearts are true oin- hillto)) Alma Mater. ^Ve our pledge renew. i Ever seaward Susquehanna. XeAer resting Ever upward, flows. striving, elimhing. Onward Bloomsburg goes. I ! ic^^&>^c^ f(if^:ij'^5^'^>!;i-r3ri'-iis:i-r^ 12 19 a Q 1^^ — i We And clamh tile hill thegither, uionie a canty day, \Ve've had wi' one anither." - Burnx. 'O. let stand, Tliis Home Reaching still iiroiul. of Voices, liigh to meet a cloud." — L'nbezcii.it. Senior land ileges felt 1 and here. What joys, and priv- lieart-throlis have been "My t.nDriti- li.iutit>. tin- sliorrs. tin- .iniitiit woods WlitTf with wont my to stray.' si-lioolin.iti's — I w.i?. Sarf/i'iit. A spot of ideal white shrine loveliness, of young a little dreams found at the end of a winding trail. 'Lot nif livi- Side of Be a in a lioust- liy tlic tlie road and friend to man. " — -F'o..^e^^tV^'VgvVll.>-^» [^^ i I 3 \ gsaai 19 a Q ^ i^??i^ I OBITER )v:v^y>:hi>gt.y>QoA>g^>>zri>g^>>gri>j^>>g-^i>g*^j| i i^ President Francis B. Haas, Pd.D. Mrs. Philip C. Gi'inard W. B. SlTLIFF, A.M. Sect eiarji to President Dean of I nslruetion Dean of W omen Assistant Dean of Women Dean of Men Maruikrite W. Kehr, Ph. I). Rachel S. Tthnkr, A.B. John- C. Koch, A.B. Earl X. Rhodes, A.M. Director of Teacher 'Trainiug O. H. Bakeless, A.M. .John Education 6 Anna Mrs. Lucile Baker (On Measu re m cuts Garrison, B.S. of absence If.ivf Barnes, A.M. J. Fisher, A.M. . Training Teacher, Grade Training Teacher, Grade III Edxa .1 Psi/ch ologi/, J' scmtstir fii'st 192 8- 19-2 9) Supervisor, Grades IJ'-J'I n. Ruth Beery, Science Training Teacher, Grade I May Hayden, B.A. T. Director Priniari/ Education Thornley W. Booth, B.P.E. (On Education Tfealth Hartline, A.m. S. A.B. leave of absence semester first 1928-1929) DoRoTHV Breitenhecher, B.S. S. Edna Assistant Librarian Hazen, M.A. J. Director Intermediate Education AoNEs Bryan, B.A. S. Supervisor, Grades Christie Jeffries, M.A. IJ'-J'I Handxcriting, English Alma B. Caldwell, A.M. Alice Johnston, M.A. Public School Music Maud Campbell, Oral E.rpression Pli.B. Hazel Supervisor, Gratles I-III Helen V. Primari/ Subjects Carpenter, B.S. MAROrERITE W. KkUR, Dean of If'onien Training Teacher, Grade IJ' Blanche Cathcart, Training Teacher, Grade RouERT E. Clark Geouoe F. 19 a Q Maide Fknstemaker, A.B. I.auguiit/es, ,I. Keller, C. Kline, R.N. yurse English ^^^g.rg*sr»^^>^iav:>flj^*g^ 23 J' B..S. Art Voice Eoreigu Pll.l). Mus. Etta H. Keller B.S. Su pervisor, Grades I-III Howath) .Jones, B.S. OBITER ^vcv<a 24 \& 2. & I ^^ 1^ :ive ^ Teachers ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLOOMSBVRG — Junior High School Bernice Alcott, a.m. Harriet F. Carpenter, B.S. Effie Doering, M.A. Elizabeth Garbarino, A.M. J. Claire Gift L. P. Gilmore, A.B. Jos. Laitffer, A.m. Emilv l.oNii, B.S. Robert Mercer, B.S. Maree Pensyl English Social Studies Geography Latin English Science Social Studies English Mathematics Social Studies Elementari/ Evelyn Bomboy Ina D. Brinton Lillian Buckalew Pauline S. Harper Mary - - - - C. Kline Annie S. Mausteller Minnie G. Penman Ri-TH PooLEY Lois Remley Ethel Searles Helen Vanderslice Helen Wolf Grade V Grade VI Grade 11 Grade IV Grade III Grade 111 Grade IV Grade V Grade II Grade IV Grade II Grade VI BERWICK— Elementari/ Bertha Baker Edna G. Blaine Grace Brandon Caroline Elder CoNSUELo Fenstermaker M. Edna Girton Gertrvde Grimes Ruth Harris Maryan E. Hart Margaret Hines Margaret S. Manhart Mae Meixell Ruth Esther Mensingf.r Blanche Moore Vera Parker Harriet Rhinard Margaret H. Richard ? Cora E. Schaeffer Annie M. Schvveppenheiser Amy B. Smethers -Adeline Swineford Harriet Walp Ann Wright Jessie - - Zimmerman COLUMBIA Edna D. Blecher Mary K. Hagenbuch Bessie Mohdan Dorothy W. Leiby i £^ 9 2. & COL' STY - Grade IV Grade VI Grade V Grade V Grade Iv Grade V Grade V 1 Grade IV Grade IV Grade 1 Grade I Grade V Grade 11 Grade II Grade I Grade 111 Grade VI Grade III Grade V I Grade IV Grade IV Grade I Grade V Grade \ — Rural Grades Grades Grades Grades I-VIII I-VIII I-VIII I-VIII >^I?iri^jcvj>:ri>;3JC!Si9i >sflr^sw:sa>g^v^^fl^>ai FACULTY AUTOGRAPHS I i I ^^^S^l^SB^ r4<^C5j^^5^'-iS:i-r5ciri>CTJ>' 19 2 9 B ^e ^^^»vav^H5>^o vvg»awsffl I ob l xer I ^=^ i I W. B. Dean fe^l 19 a Q SLTLIFF, A.M. of Instruction >C^I55PCCv;3lPi5^JJ5fi^lT 27 g^f .yj>^a>.sfl<^lgg? LV;^! OBIXER L-J5fl-iiv<^-5rr'-Cv(^5rio5X?J5^o>^^'^^ g ^31K| £^ [% i I MARGUERITE Dean W. KEHR, Ph.D. of Women i ^' H!^ 1^^2223^ 28 '>av.^y>avsg»3VSfl>i^SSBa I obiter | ^ ^^ U JOHN C. KOCH. A.B. Dean of Men M- fe^! 19 a T^sr^ Q 29 OBITER Community Government Association The Community Government Association of our college was organized during The membership of this organization is composed of members of the faculty and registered students. The Association has for its ob- the second semester of 1927. all ject co-operation, with the responsible authorities in promoting personal responsibilities in guiding and regulating the affairs of all students and group under the juris- diction of the college. When was drafted the members the Constitution of the committee realized the necessity of close co-operation for the successful functioning of this body so they provided that a meeting of the Association be held at least once a month plus any other meetings called by the President u])on ])etition of twenty members. aimed and just re])resentation to give equal to men and women They of all the classes. In order to carry on the work of the Association four ship, citizenship, officers of good scholarand conduct were elected by the members of the Association for a The President must be a Senior of the four-year course. All members of either of the remaining classes except the Fresh- term of one year. may other officers man be class. Officers of the Association are: George Mathews M.\iDRUE O'Coxxell R.WMOXD HODHES Ch.^RLES W.4D.\S - - - President President I' ice - - Secretari/ Treasurer - Student Council The Student Council which the Association is resentation in the Council a man and a is the executive, legislative, and judicial agent of elected on the first woman. is Tuesday in May by the various classes. Each class elects two commuters also elect two based in classes. The day students or Rep- representatives, representatives, one of each sex. The Council meets once every two weeks on Matters of minor importance are taken up that way in a day agreed is this body. disposed of in while matters of major importance and consideration are referred to a committee, the chairman of which must be a member by the President. After an investigation, the matter Chairman meeting and action the upon by Council and the work at the next is is taken of the Council is appointed presented to the Council by in the Council. All recom- mendations must be approved by the President of the College, Dean of Dean of Women, the Dean of Men, the Director of Teacher Trainmembers of the Association, Student Council, and all committees. Besides the student representatives, the President of the College, the Instruction, the ing, are ^^E^gg?ggS rircsJC^^igt>^>ci^r^osgi^J>:i 30 19 a 9 i>^^?>^iN?-?>2^1"?^»^lX^'»ini>3^»2^i>5»^J OBITER I^ I ? s Sirontl William Jos'es George Mathews, Prcsidftif Charijjtte Mears Margaret S«artz Alice Pexxixgtox, /?oic' Lawrence Creasy David Baker Doxald Fetter Margaret Oswald Gilbert Goi'ld Ai.thadell Carventer Secrilori/ Third Itoiv Edgar Richard!, ^'ice Presidiiit E. X. Rhodes. Director J. C. Koch, Dean vf Tciitlii r Trniiiiiui Men Edward DeVcie Denn ^&a^gaf^^ 31 ^ OBITER IL^J;gl>^s.r^'^^^^V5^rcv(^y«^ggi;=?acsi JJC<'4c&J<-5QT>Ct-r5Ql02i^J5 32 19 2 9 M —— OBITER lgr^fr^fr^g>g^^r:^n2!sH>j^ 34 29. 19 a 9 i /^^ ^^^^^^^^^^'•m^^m^'^^^^^^^m *^»»« *" mm " V p I ^ OBITER p 1 i Mabel Highfiei.d Theodore Davis President Jessie 1'ice Corxweix Wii.MAji Jones Treasurer Serrelari/ i President i L£^ 19 a 9 ^^Ji^SriV^-X^irrN^JlJ^Ji Nflj'VBwsa/gavM^^ail^^^ 37 OBITER i s s k ELEANOR G. AMOS LILLL4N W. ANDERS M. t'oiighlin High School .1. High School Simpson. Pa. Fell Wilkes-Barre. Pa. •El" "Al" •Lil" Blue eyes, blonde hair. Never a worry, never a care; A A silly giggle, full Small of stature But great of mind. That is our Lillian. of fun, who's a pal to everyone. girl Lillian Eleanor? p Oh, yes, she"s the blonde of that gang from fourth floor who is always laughing and full of pep. But we can remember the time she wasn't so happy. Last year she went home every week-end, but now she almost dreads going home for holidays. What caused the change'- We don't like to comment, but between you and me, abroad-shouldered light-haired football hero from Bloom much about in mi.xing a the serious aspects of lielieves 9:30 in the press room a laughter her work and her natural love for frying Lillian's favorite sports are hiking, hockey, and basketball. ing the first She won her numerals durThe B. B. A. Club year. claimed her as a member. We all wish Lillian the best of luck and success. member ^ and chil- Although very studious she finds time to Join the large circle of friends which she has formed at B. S. T. C. of the Alpha Delta Zeta supervisor of fourth floor. To a true friend and a loyal classmate of '29. we wish her the best "of success and happiness. is Sorority, with dren tend to make her an ideal teacher. The ukulele music from 483 shows that she is musically inclined. Her favorite songs are "I Can't Give You Anything But Love," and "That's My Weakness Now." She has an artistic hand which was affirmed by her appointment to Art Editor of this book. She little life. As a student teacher .she has made cojisiderable progress; her attitude towards We Eleanor and one of her room-mates, Peg, can be found any evening at 4.:10 in the Martha Washington drinking tea, or anv night at cheese. one of our industrious, ener- She is the kind of a girl who studies earnestly, and always has her work done. "Lil" always greets one with a smile and responsible. don't know the significance of names, but Steiner sounds as if it might be Dutch. is is and studious girls. She finds time for work and time for play in all that she does. getic, is rs^S^ 38 19a 9 OBITER l^^^'' i 6 ALBERTA ANDRE -MARGARET Montrose High School .Montrose, Pa. "Bert" "Bert" was — in "Peg" "Peg" at present shows great promise of becoming a bright light in the literary field. Head any of her mastcrjiieces, in the line of postscripts to letters written by "the gang." Along with letter writing "Peg" has other ! accomplishments by which we will alwavs remember her. The "uke" under "Peg's" hand often added to the merriment of the occasion as did also "Peg's" fudge and taffy. "Peg's" one weakness, as we know her, is her stomach. .\ny time, any jilace. any where "Peg" can be heard, "Got anything to eat?" Never mind, "Peg," we like to eat, Often we have wondered if our "Bert" really going through with her good beginning of teaching. Perhaps if we see her teach at the end of this year we will know for sure. We have always rather is — — a shadow over her teaching the shadow of a tall young man named who knows? Mayhe she might change the name before we get around to read this again. But no matter what she decides to do, we wish her success and happiness. 19 a glad. Don't know our "Peg"? Step right up! Not very tall, five foot three to be exact, with light brown hair and eyes blue or gray as you wish, quiet and demure? Well, we thought so once, but then college does change one so. If one should have cause to worry ahout her studies with such ^^| OBITER ||g;^S^^fr^g^^ig•VC^g^^B>.M<^^Vg^^B^^|^^ k ig " ! MARION ELEANOR ASHWORTH LEONORA GRACE AUSTIN Nescopeck High School Nesoopeck, Pa. Forty-Fort Higli Scliool Forty-Fort. Pa. "Toady" "Lee" "Dariin" Marion from our locker room gang comes from the big town of Wapwallopen and we all ho])e that the town will send us many more lil::^;>^i>j^y>Q->A>g^)>sri>gy»iri>3^>>!g^I>g^j| i ! have no "Toady." Yes, in the evening. mail darling's Lots of luck, Marion, and all good wishes for your future success and hap])iness. life. was the chief factor in our If she didn't receive at least six letters a day, there would he tears and howls for one whole day. "Toady" excells in tennis. Ask anyone that she has exchanged rackets with whether she can J'lay ping-pong or not. ^ 19 a 9 ga^^&a^^aii^ 41 ^ LvJVl^^SvC^!S^C'T^CCO:>^< I E. BARBER Ualton High School MARY LILA Factoryville. 5 Pa. is Mary is quite a student. She can always be found working very laboriously in the library. It seems that that is about the best place where her work can be done in the best possible way. That's right, Mary. We all agree with you, "Two are better than one." But work as hard as she does we don't believe that she could get along without the fourth floor lobby. is Mary does not take a great interest in Why, we do not know. Perhaps time will tell. But there are many other things which may be classified as sports besports. down Sports are among Lila's hobbies. loves to dance, play tennis, basketball, baseball. For all this she lives up to motto, "Work before play," and we sure that this is the secret of her fine ord with us as well as in High School. The above picture speaks for itself. .Mary dark, neat, and petite. We have all been attracted by her quiet, yet pleasing personality. This personality has attracted many who later became her friends. class of time dreading it, but rather settles to work and does it. Academy I*a. Slary a real student. She never goes unprepared and you seldom see her without a book in her hand. She knows how to plan her work so as to not waste her time foolishly. If there is some lesson to prepare she does not spend a great deal Lila BARTKO Kiilpmont. Lila entered B. S. T. C. as a Fresliman with our class in September, 1927. Her pleasing personality and pleasant smile soon won her many friends among her classmates. We surely believe tliat Lila recognizes the words of the poet, "Laugh and the world laughs with you; sigh and you vigh alone." As a fact, this is true for you seldom see her when she is not joking and laughing about something. Lila is a good sport, always ready to go along when anything e.xciting is going on and willing to be the loser if such is the case. to M. Villa Sacred Heart sides football, basketball, baseball She nis. and Perhaps she and ten- will substitute a sport of her own. the We wish her the best of success and happiness in whatever the future has in store for her. feel rec- If you continue as faithful and earnest a worker in your own school as you have here, vour success as a teacher is assured. 1 riri^ja-r5ct.riiv^J>: 42 19 a 9 ^ m, i « GRACE PAULETTE BASKERVILLE St. Anil's VIVLW BASK IN Academy Foster Townsfiip High School Drifton, Pa. Scraiitoii. Pa. •Viv" Laughing brown eyes .\nd a sunny sweet smile; Just to meet her is worth your while. Here we have an progressive and energetic, refined, faith ful, will tive, Raskin is the sort of creature who will fit "in any clime." Her disposition is one of sociability for when you are in her company for two minutes, you feel as though somewhere sometimes you have met a real girl. Perhaps you have, but probably you have not. always find her pleasant mood. ])hili)S()i)hical in a girl. — You wide-awake, ac- Like Just Grace, and no more, makes her one most loved of our class. She has many fine qualities, one of which presents itself as her name is mentioned, this outstanding characteristic is her personality, (jrace has a sunny smile for not only her friends but everyone. girls, Ba.skin enjoys playing all on her schoolmates and it was the cleverness of these pranks that made us sit a member of the Senior class Grace always ready to do her bit. She has proven her dramatic ability in portraying the leading role of Eleanor in "So This Is London." She is also an active member and officer of the Tau Phi Epsilon Sorority. tomer. Chocolate fudge sundae seems to be her favorite dish and especially if she's with someone. tricks of the up and take notice. "Eats," 9:30 sharp. She's there with bells on. In fact, Baskin is always ready to eat. She is Bush's most frequent cus- As is s — — "There are smiles" Baskin smiles and smiles and smiles some more. Giggles, jokes, and even cries are Just some of the things she does and the only time she is very quiet is when she's asleep and she doesn't snore either. Just pursue the course you have begun will hold the same high place in the world that you hold in the estimation of vour sister classmates and all the school. — and you A helping hand, a willing heart. Always ready for any part. wonderful girl, a friend so true, What more can one wish of vou? A 19 2 9 >5i-i3iir)i>cvi^5Ji>aok 43 ^^^\S3pS^\W^. ^ai|^gA OBITER ^3 lig^^ev-^ei<^evMe>vej^^c^i^i^^J>2^l"N^')>^lx^'»srl>a-»s^^iV^'J I e LAURA JANE BENFIELD Conjngham Townsliip Hisli MARGARET ALICE BENFIELD Mount Carmel Hish School School Centialia. Pa. Centralia. Pa. •Peg- the i)ep and ability that makes for an all-around sport. can truly say, "She i.s a Jack of all trades." Laura lias We "There With On appearance, one would think that "Peg" was dignified, quiet and sedate, but underneath is found a fountain of laughter always ready to bubble forth. much that she can't do hammer, pen and glue." isn't needles, "Peg" has been a friend to everyone, always ready to lend a helping hand but Laura is an able basketball player and was one of the members of the All-Star Basketball Junior Team. Sympathetic, witty, jovial and friendly are but a few life Wherever there's a bit of mischief or racket you may be sure she is present. She is a devoted member of the Tau Kappa Phi Sorority and was a member of the Glee Club in her Junior year. — Laura makes everyone she meets " It you chocolate cake her weak- is "Peg" did her practice teaching wick and in Ber- a faithful fire lieutenant. Whenbell is sounded, she is the first to open the door. Her cheery voice can be heard above the rest, cryinfr, "Close reports are true, she certainly also have the report was a success. that she was always the center of the pranks that the student teachers played "Peg" is one of the little on each other. your transom, girls of ness. Laura ever the fire jrirls." her as a is also member an proud active member of to the 19 2 "Good is stuff a verificatitm comes in small ])ackages." We Girls' all wish "I'eg" heaps of success and hapiiiness in the Chorus. S our class but she of the fact that, claim of their organization. She is if We is The Tau Phi Epsilon 5 — feel that is worth livinp for. She never worries about anythinfr, yet always comes s!i'^^^^irin^>ji<^>:i 46 of the .\lpha 19 2. & OBITER >vro»:hi>j^»Qoi>g^)>sni>ey»grA>g>»g^i>g^j| \f^M i ? I I Lake Nescopeck Hisli Scliool Nescopeck. I"a. Jean p Upon end Loui.se Jean has no around you are sure to be lauphinjj, for she is witty, hu- I'll morous and entertaining. — — — one of the industrious students be late for class." As to being late for we are doubtful of the fact. Not only studies interest Louise, for extra-curricular activities come in for their share of attention. If you wish a faithful Y. W. C. A. member or a good tennis jilaycr. look for Louise. Her favorite cxjiression is, "I wish something thrilling would happen." She craves excitement and is always on the lookout to play a trick or joke. She has kept more than one of us in a gale of laughter over has .She great who has seen some Last year she lived in the dormitory but year she is commuting. We think there is a very special reas(m for this. ability of her work can she testify. a assured. this Although Louise did not live in tlie dorm during her Senior year, we did not forget her and we certainly missed our scliooliTiate, who was ever ready to hel]). she will make a success of her work, and the best wishes of the cla.ss of '29 go with you. sure With 9 it is hard to part; and big of heart. this true friend CIrcat of mind, 19 a — anyone artistic .\sk the sixth good teacher? grade if they enjoyed the story of "Helen Keller," and your decision will not be hard to make. Su<<-ess for this young lady is Is some funny Joke. feel is class Mischievous teasing Jean fun loving Whenever .Jean is answers to them all. around there is no rest for the weary, she always ready to tease when everyone is else is ready to study. We pleasing personality and a cheerful help in winning many friends and at any time you might see her busily engaged upon the next week's assignments. Two of her favorite sayings are, "Xow, where did I put that book?" and "Oh, dear; jokes, is A her. you'll realize For wit and clever Whenever Jean ? first disposition for her. friend you want to keep. equal. I'a. acquaintance with Louise, you get the impression that she is very quiet, but Just wait until you get acquainted with pleasant smile wlien'er you pass, very sweet and friendly lass. Dark brown hair and friendly eyes, Very witty and very wise. She s])eaks her mind, but yet you'll find Her thoughts are very deej), A .\riel Lake .Ariel. "Louie" A A ,\n(l in the C. BLACK Vocational High School LOUISE JEAN BITTEN'BENDER ^?^'w^sa^g^il^^ 47 — ! OBITER iaa — lvJ5^'i2v<^!>ri'-»^v^v^^'^^v(^J5rAc^ft ^^55^ 1 \ \ \ HELEN BLACKWELL ELIZABETH BLACKBURN Taylor High School Newport ToHiisliip High School Wanamie. I'a. "Iz" \ .Moosic, Pa. "Helen" Helen Blackwell — Brown eyes and brown hair quite an extreme type, to be sure, but tben, they belong to an unusual girl. Her personality is winning when you know lier, you just love her. How well do many of the girls know that Helen is somewhat of an artist. When they couldn't get some imaginary creature to behave just as they wanted him to, they brought him to Helen to doctor. No matter if she was deeply involved in solving some of her own ditiiculties she never refused to lend a helping liand. l)ur Helen certainly must have a steadfast mind for although she is of the type gentlemen prefer, with big blue eyes and blonde hair, nevertheless lessons are of the first consideration. also have often perused her mail, but have never seen anything of a suspicious nature. her appetite. Every night at five o'clock her usual saying was, "Who knows what we are going to have for dinner? I'm starved!" We "Liz" has an avocation, one which is very popular with the girls. This was the usual scene at Hartman's in Berwick, whenever there was a few minutes to play. A blonde girl with a red bandanna on her bead squatting on the bed and peering into the dim distant future, I see in these cards then, we mustn't tell No matter wliat time of day or what is, the first thing seen on entering the room is Helen busily engaged in scmiething, if nothing else at least her favorite is indoor sport drawing. It our belief that some day she will be a great artist, but as yet we are not going to say anything about it. day all it — secrets wish her success in undertakes. all her name. pictures is her fame She certainly can make them great, But to be a teacher is her fate. "Iz" has a weakness too! She is quite fond of dancing but that plays second to We is Drawing Elizabeth is a conscientious worker. When doing her student teaching she always aimed to please, but her answer generally was "Of course, I'll go along, but just wait a few minutes!" Why she didn't go was because she had to finish her lesson plan. But "Fatty" "Liz" She doesn't say much but still she can appreciate a joke. And hike if you want to reduce, hike with Helen. We'll never forget, and rather imagine she won't, the day she hiked to IJght Street and then to that she — Berwick —ouch, those blisters. We I is S[ lac^ mustn't forget to mention that Helen a member of tlie Delta Phi Sigma. ri'^sJ'^JCtoi^-rJfitT;^^^?! 48 iQaQ 1^^ EDITH KAY BLLD THEL.MA A. BOM.MEK Hazle Township High School Nortliumbeiiniul Hii;li School Noithuiiiheiland. Pa. Alilnersville. •Fav" A Immlle laufrlis. of "Fay" wit, Tliere enerfry. smiles tlie make guard and certainly will but one can never what the future will hold for her. Anyway, we wish you success and happiness in whatever it inav be. Q tills her position. possesses enough foresight and will-jiower to be successful in whatever she may undertake. Thus we feel quite sure that her choice in life has been a good one. Already she is directing her footsteps along the right path. Surely fortune will smile on such an ambitious jierson and she will accomplish her aim. Thelma tell 19 2 a success at anything she tries. \Vben you speak of any sjiorts, don't forget to mention Tbelma. She is very fond of She plays athletics, particularly liasketball. attractions? ^^1 fa has chosen teacliing for her ing from the character of her good work and her favorable standing with her classmates, we are sure this young lady will "Fay," what has ha|)pened to the letters from Bucknell that used to swamp the mail Does Hloomshurjr hold more last year? profession, I'a. T. C. in the year of dark-haired brown eyed maiden from town of Milnersville. "To know her is Why Thelma lesson." life S. ))rofession instead of hairdressiiig is a puzJudgzle which as yet has not been solved. She never misses a feed for two reasons first, eats, and second, to add more Jokes to her collection and to entertain us with some of her sayings which are: "Oh, My Gosh," "Good Heavens." and "Do you know "Fay" has assured us that teaching 15. to love her." — he her to "27, a anCt.I?2f>li5Cv;3CP)>3JK^i'! 49 >:^a^^^v^^fl^^E]^$? 1 S OBITER uy5«f«:«^^!5^i^«j^^ ^ MARGARET A. BOWER GERTRUDE MARIE BOYLE Clarks ^«llmmit High School ChincliiUa, Pa. "Peg" High School Freeland, Pa. Freelanrt "Mickey" "Duts" "Gerty" Brown Five foot two. Eyes of blue. She's always thinking of someone, eyes, black hair, N'ever a worry, never a care. Her ready wit and willing hand Guess who? Always place her This goes the door. We hear a clicliing of heels and boolvs being dropped on the Here she comes the life of the +83 table. None other than our "Peg." Have suite. you ever met "Peg"? If you haven't, you She always has a sure missed something. cheery smile and a pleasant liello for you Bang |)lating. disappeared. diversions failing to answer letter writing. and roll call From industrious person even does not reveal this However, we have found her in her trait. busiest moments always ready to lend a "Gert" is though her Talking, her classes are: in demand. a whenever you meet her. When we first met her she was a shy Junior, but that has chief in our "Duts." This dark haired, brown eyed miss with sunny smile is "Gert," who comes to us While gazing upon her from Freeland. fair countenance one is bound to remark, "How- quiet, how bashful," but that person does not know "Gert," for you can't imagine the mischief she is always contem- — "Peg's" is the appearance of her mail box everyday, "Peg" should have lived in the days of knights, she's so fond an jiicture helping hand. .\s a teacher "Gert" has a knack of winning the confidence of the children which — of "mail." Judging from outward appearance, one would think that "Peg" was beyond fear, but her most decided weakness is "chicken feathers." "Peg" thinks they are not so bad when viewed from a distance, but dreads having them near her. Although "Peg" is interested in sports and has won a place on the basketball, hockey and baseball teams, she would much characteristic of all good teachers. This, combined with her untiring efforts and a desire to become a moulder of children's lives should carry her to great heights in the ])rofession with which she is allied. is "Gert" proved to be an all around good sport in baseball, basketball and hiking. She was also an active member of the Women's Chorus. rather devote her time to learning that 12 dozen equal one "GROSS." ^^|E5gg^^ fi^iiJ^^Xioi^-'^aoivS-'?^ 50 19 a Q 1^^ f^ mi OBIXER >XTUI>r/^i>^l.T>r?»>gV)>2rl>g-^»grl>g^>>Q^i3g^J Eii u% I e CLAIRE BRANDON MARIE BRISLIN Berwick High School Plymoutli Townsliip HigU Seliool Plymouth, Pa. Berwiclc, Pa. Claire Claire is a girl We of surprises. going to do next. know what she is the time we expect her A A never About Claire came to us from Berwick Oh, Marie! Marie She is a most ver.satile girl with that almost rare combination of abilities ath- — good Claire is a rare type of a girl, and we have When never known of any one like her. our school days are ended we shall always think of Claire, as one of the writers expressed it: the wind, the life Marie has many, many friends who find an agreeable, lovable and interesting companion. We voice their feelings in wishing you the best of luck in the future. beget- flame at the sun's setting; as time, the unregretting; But Time be dead when will we are week-ends so interesting. her ting; You went like You were swift finds Last year she belonged to the First .\id Club and to Miss McCammon's winning baseball team. Phi Sigma. like is why Marie Mu You came Not Marie's indoor sports are reading the spookiest mystery tales and answering tele|)hone calls from Nanticoke. Now we know- Everyone scholarship. should see her play basketball. She knows how! She is particularly well adept as forward. She is also a member of the and me how? the industrious type of pupil, who takes lesson plans seriously. Indeed lesson plans .seem to be Marie's hobby. No scientist ever prized a specimen as Marie does a perfect lesson plan. by aU. letics tell — one of the commuters who enjoys the twelve mile ride on the bus every morning to attend college. Claire is a popular member of the "Locker Room Gang" and is liked is — Can you infrequently do we hear this bit of conversation in room +62. Ever eager to help, everyone's friend that's Marie. 1927. in ? eyes, nicer girl you'll never see, Xor one more agreeable and wise Than our curly haired Marie. to do something in accordance with her "snappy" appearance she does just exactly the opposite. She Sunny smile and sparkling for- getting! 19 2 9 yr^j^iris^j^^ia^j^^h^ 51 >:sa^?4>v^^a^aM^ OBITER iy5«i^^v<^^5^n5v<*^^'^vc<^ri.r5x.?vjj^rii^o::*^ ^G" i AGNES E. Kin;;vtoii Uii^h K. BYERLY Da hunt ia Hi£li School Herndon. I*a. MARIE BURNS schoiil Kins>-ton, I"a. "Biirnsie" "Rie" She always greets you with a smile. A good little sport, and friend wortliwhile. .\lways smiling, always happy. Always full of glee; .\lways helping one you are greeted with a sweet "Hell-o" you can het your hoots its "Burnsie." She If also has a peculiar laugh that attracts attention. She is a lovahle girl fond of fun and pleasure. If she is in the right mood you may expect anything unusual to hap])en. She is just full of surprises. Those brinvn eyes twinkle with merriment and mischievousness when she gets started. Her greatest delight is teasing someone, which she does to perfection, and her favorite expression, "Diin"t do anything I wouldn't do." Her excess amount of vitality is not all directed toward having a good time, although she is known as one of the chief "Merry Makers" on third floor. However, the next minute she is Just as serious and sympathetic. Xo matter what the difficulty may be she is always willing to lend a hand. If "pep" and personality have anything to do with teaching, she will surely have a successful career. The class of "29 extends to her wishes for success. its best who blue. is Proving herself a friend who is true. That's Marie. Marie came to Bloomsburg unknown to any of us, hut she made friends in a hurry. She has a pleasing personality as is shown by her score of friends. She entertains them by her speeches and jokes and in turn likes to be entertained too. Her weakness seems to be talking about Susquehanna. Marie goes home only on She thinks special oc- easier for her parents and friends to visit her, than for her to spend a short time with them. casions. Marie learned is it very studious, and is quite some special subjects. Of course, some better than others, why not? is in she likes Her favorite pastime is studying, not saying what kind. She is even so interested in her studies at times that she forgets where she has placed her class equipment and can't find her keys. Then her favorite saying is: "Where She is my keys? specializing " in rural work as she teach in a school near home. luck and happiness in yours to be, e.xpects Good are to Marie. W^^^^r>r£r)2^^J^^^^ i<^j5a'J5^'^s:x-'>fn:^^:^ l& 2. & i ^ I^ OBIXER i>^^IS^l>gt^»Q->A'>g^»2Pl>g^»^A>J^»Q^l!Sg^/] -i^ Ui CLARA CADWALADER HELEN "Caddie" She not hig. she is not small. But she is very kind to all. Her winning smile and fine disposition. Will in life, win her a mission. standing feature. She is not the type that pnsl-es herself forward. Imt nevertheless she i^ always there. Whenever you see a hlondehaired girl yes. it is Helen, the only hlonde in "our gang." However, if you See Clara; she will give you a variety, such as was never .seen on a Are you hungry? in is any first-class restaurant. .\ hig the only meal ticket she requires. — With such a reputation how can Clara he anything hut the kind of a teacher whidi pupils refer to as "Our teacher?" The kind of a teacher that makes school an actual joy instead of a dreaded routine of daily think she know "Caddie" certainly does take a great inShe was a memher of in athletics. the hockey team, hasehall team and haskethall team. She supports lier teams with a good spirit. treasurer of the Delta I'lii we wish is particularly sole anihition is interested to in .\rt hecome an We co-operation the Senior Hockey Team gained championship. Helen is also an ac- memher of the "B" Cluh. However, her interests do not end with athletics. She is a memher of the Girls' Glee Cluh, the Baton Cluh and the B. B. .\. Cluh. tive Sigma Sorority. .Vnd to a future teacher, and reserved, you don't art also find her to he a lover of music. She is one of our faithful students registered in the .Music De|)artnient. Sports? This is really her main hohhy. With her teacher. terest is quiet is her. Helen and her doings. She is Helen is a clever hlonde with hlue eyes and an everlasting smile which is her out- one's friend. smile CAFFREY "Co-free" everyone should know. Clara is She hails from Edwardsville and is a sure cure for the hlues of any type. If you are sad she will cheer you up, if you are happy In fact, she will add to your happiness. she is Just the kind of a girl who is everya girl that menu B. Sugar Notch High School Sugar Notch, I'a. Edwardsville Hish School Ednardsville. Pa. success. May the events in your future he bright Our best wishes for success go with you. and happy, Helen. :r^:^l I 9aQ <=gwsa^g^'^5^^|^^ 53 OBITER MABEL CARL ANTOINETTE CARMEN Danville HiKli School Berwick High School Berwick, Pa. Danville, Pa. "Tony" •Hon" "Some love three, She loves one I — This pretty You some love two, wonder who?" Miss you? of Sicily seem to iiilierit the dark skin and black hair, Antoinette liad to be different. miss hails from our She has won the friend- little city of Danville. We can see complexion. How has she her cheerful smile and ever readiness to lend a helping hand. There is one thing at least, about "Hon" that we all admire that is her red hair. You know it is often said that a person who has this color of hair has a quick temper, but not so in this case. If you happen to see a big "Paige," driven by a little girl, you'll know who it is. Whenever you go to the library you are sure to see Mabel pouring over books. Her motto is, "First the work, then the play." Mabel has taken up primary work and we're sure that she will be a successful teacher of little children. ship of done it? many By ".\nt" wouldn't think that this sweet young crossed the big wide ocean, would .\ltliough the jieojile Well, she did. in B. S. T. C. tliis by lier light liair and fair Her kind nature and friendly dispo^ition have won her many friends of both sex. Now — don't be surprised, for I know that of them has been waiting for four years, and he still has hopes of stealing her heart. one She is a girl who loves music and wlio is also fond of the French language, wliicbshe will never forget. Indeed we all missed her the first semesThe chilfor she taught in Berwick. know you ilren hated to give her up. will make a successful teacher, and we all wish you success. Perhaps she will give teaching up for her favorite hobby, which is "Travel." ter, We Mabel, jour friends wish you all the ha])piness and success in the world. Cheer u]i, .\ntoinette, your wish may come true, if you wait patiently. Some day you will visit the place where you were born, and for all we know you may teach there. We know you will come back to dear old United States, for you said that there is nothing like good old America. We are sorry to lose you and we wish you the best of success. Never forget the friends you have learned to love in dear old B. ^^llgSj^g^^^fi^!^^ S". T. C. fAc^J'-5^Ti^-»Tv:<->j>^^>gt^y>Q-»'Sg^)iCri>g>^»^J>g^»g-'l3g^Ji ^ ^ ALTHADELL BEATRICE CARPENTER Jnmes "Molly" — is work to do She always does her share; Yet, when Did it tliere there's food or fun You're .sure to find lier there. quainted Whenever around take "Jerry" lonjr to become acujion her entrance at Blooms- Her sociability and sinImrft? Not much. cere friendliness were contagious and before many weeks had passed slie could lioast of a host of friends. Hut, then, what bar-' rier would not l)e broken down by ".Jerry's" l)right smile. .Judging from the frequent visits to the lilirary, we are almost certain that she likes to study there. loves to dance. Learning new Kveryone steps is her favorite jiastime. clamors for her in the "Gym." Cries of " 'Jerry,' lead me in this one," fill the air. Lonesome would be the party that hadn't "Jerry" for a guest. You can always be "Jerry" sure you will have an enjoyable time she is present. fice bit is i "Molly" departs from her joyous, mischievous mood, we are at once aware of it by what we have come to term "that pass-away look." usually we keep a few things at hand come-back when "Molly's" Jests become too clever. No one from Peekville will ever forget "Howard," the hero of high t)f cour.se, for a school days; the intimate friends know "Jimmy," and those that knew "Molly" in Berwick can always feel sure that the mention of ".Mirandy" will hrir\g some active response. Well, "Molly," you certainly worked hard Mu Phi Sigma and Mi.xcd Chorus. As time rolls on you can feel assured that we will remember you wMth pleasure, for you have helped us pass many hours, that, without you, would have l)ecn dreary. We all wish you luck, health, and happiness ves, and wealth if vou so desire. for IJelta events. In addition to this, she of the Student Council and Y. i when a very acti\'e member of the Zeta Sorority, holding the ofof j>resident. She is always doing her at parties, teas, and all other social "Jerry" Alpha School I'a. why, how, when or where our active, restless, ever-mischievous Mary acquired a prim "Molly" for a nickname is a mystery, l>ut it sticks so that is all we ask of it. studies she is faithful .\nd her friends most true. Whenever CARR .lust is To her E. Peekville High Peekville. one of the dearest girls That Bloonishurp ever knew. Jerry MARY (ousliliu High School Wilkes-Baire, Pa. •Jerry" .M. is a W. member C. A. As a teacher, "Jerry," we envy you; as a woman, we honor you, and as a friend, we treasure fe ^^. vou. 19 a 9 y^f^iris:^jy:ris^JXnh^. ss^ssai^a 1^ ISABEL CHELOSKY I'lvinoiitli MABEL COBB High siliool Moscow HiRh School IMynuiutli. Pa. Moscow. I'a. "Cobble" •Itzie" Uiii you see a tall, slim, wiry brunette What are we getting to eat today, Mabel? Mabel immediately proceeds to string off a menu a mile long and most of it is ap- ariiund anywhere? Perhaps she Is on the tennis court or hockey field; maybe she is playing basketball or she may be in the pyni dancing anyway, wherever she is it's good old Isabel! See all Know all! That's her motto and niany's the big boy who has poured forth his tale of woe on "I'tzie's" shoulder. .Maybe we should say "I'nderstand all," too. She simply can't he still and we can bet you never did see her without a smile and a "Hi, everybody." "I'tzie" is a ha])iiy-go-lucky individual, but .she Just loves to study, too. She really is kept busy dashing home to .see her latest thrill but she's independent she makes them come down and we notice they all have cars, too. "Utzie's" favorite saying is ".My word." "Bein's how," etc. — plesauce. — .Mabel, you know, is quite our dining room "Uonieos." I Isabel is an active member — rather finicky about songs too. or Irene begin to sing, Mabel chirps up with something like this: "Don't sing that one," or "That one is too much for nie. or "Sing this one, I feel like this .Mabel " tonight." We remember Mabel very jilainly as procLong Hall. Mabel is very particular about noise after "lights out." We remember her standing like a sentinel outside Mator in the Delta Phi Sigma secretaries are always bu.sy. She's the ciiampion restaurant goer in the state, usually taking in .5 to 11 eating |)laces from 4:1.) to 'lA'i and still she retains that girlish figure ])erhaps she's on the right side of the druggist. bel Highfield's Xo one door. That's right, Mabel, noise while you're proctoring, are they? '^'ou surely can show your authority when you want to, can't you? — is making Mabel's favorite sport is hockey, but she's slow at basketball either. Mabel is very studious, and is an .V-1 student in every class. She was the industrious chairlady of the Senior Art E.xhibit. Mabel, I'm sure the class wishes you We a is When Katink — in favorite with These dining room romances are getting quite serious, but Mabel says she won't bother with any of them because her heart-strings are securely tied around someone in Dickinson, or is it Penn State? — — a are confident and know she will be success in her teaching profession. not Among her activities were Assistant Business Manager of Obiter, "B" Club, Maroon and Gold, Y. W. C. A., Basketball, Tennis Tournament, and Delta Phi Sigma health, Sororitv. huk. and hajipiness. C'-£>UJ5^fii^^^^'ir^J5^iri:sj^^5^'-»>^-»5cni^J5^ 56 19 3 9 SI^ OBITER r i DOROTHY COLLEY Benton Vocational .\ hard nf heels liittiii;; Nantieoke High Sehiwl —a Niintieoke. Pa. ".Meal" .-.hi>ut tiolden hair, a winsome smile and a ])leasthat's ".Meal," just "Meal." ing (lersonality None, but herself can he her |)arallel. She is neither bold nor shy, nor short, nor tall, but a mingling of them all. We can't help hut like her and we don't want to help it. We pamper her when we say her hair is golden because we know it is red and will ".Meal" is never lonehe until she "dyes. ly because a smiling face is always good of lauofh- — properly announced. Rumor ha.s it that onee "Dot" kissed the Blarney Stone in old Ireland (you know the old lefiend) and her ready wit is proof and "Dot" enough is — to us. nioni. "Dot's" a friend to She everytnie, e\'eii the ever present mi<'e. arrives there early, you know, with the aid of the B. & S. Railroad and thus has a Tn the hieker I " Since we have known her, we have realized that we can (ind "peaches" where there aren't any trees. company. ehanee to cultivate a shriekinjr friendship with the jrrey -coated occupants. Every class needs someone to talk for "Dot" keeps us in the race. Oh, its it. On the nothintr of which to he ashamed. we are we need .someone contrary, ])roud of her. She's a good fellow, always ready to make Whether it he a Freshman herself useful. Senior in in despair over her .\rt, or a our hall who must get u)) early the next morning to finish that graph and does not have an alarm clock. "Meal" is right there. Besides, speak uj) for us. Who could do it better than "Dot," when you consider the proper effect of an Irish vocabulary r She also is something of a radical. Her that study doesn't make latest thought is to .\nother one of her eccentricities is her walk to Bush's when you are in a mood for a nut sundae. She could not live through a whole day without her "Koke" and jiret/.el. "Meal likes apples, too, when someone else goes f:riS<^J>::ni >SflrgBw:sa^2a>^sa;;2ai|^^ 57 ^ w m^ OBITER I I MARY CELIA CONNOLLY JENNIE CONTINI Forest City High Soliool Forest City. Pa. Foster Township High School Freeland. Pa. Mary When tember, Brown the great noise died "27, we found in haired, blue eyed maiden, ton Gang" called Mary. down in Sep- our midst a fair the "Scran- whom At first But she was good sports. Although she appeared inactive at times, she nevertheless showed great interest in the extra curricular activities. She joined the Girls" Glee Club in "27. When the Tau Phi Epsilon Sorority was seeking the com- jolliest of that's not all. Whenever you see Jennie she is always working earnestly, her work is always prepared that is one of the reasons why she — is so capable in her schoolwork. Work al- ways comes before Jilay. When her work is d(me we can always find her among the jolly crowd laughing and joking, taking panionship of new members they did not overlook Mary. She became an active member of this sorority in "28, and is one of its life most active members. just as it should be taken. She has brown eyes that fairly sparkle; .some say that she uses them to advantage. We wonder! an ambitious teacher. Her work in practice teaching proved that she is capable of handling any difficulty she might meet in her future work. is Her aims are high and her ideals are attached to stars, which can only be readied by such as she. Many happy hours we have spent together during our stay here, and with a pang of regret we see the good times coming to an end. But we are sure that she will meet with success out in this wide world; furthermore, we are sure that she will not tread the road of life alone. ^^Ifg^^Ei^^ eyes, This young lady came to Bloomsburg full i)f ideals. She is one of those good natured girls who would do anything for a friend. Our love for her has been increased by the little favors she did for us. very sedate and calm, but to our astonishment she did not remain quiet. She soon mixed in with us and became one of the Mary are her Black is her hair. She may be small. All your classmates are extending to you your future happiness their best wishes for and success. ifiij«^>fi'^i<»:x-r5:f.VNJl^J>2oi>^)>^l>^J>^l>3^»2M>J^'J ,? ^ I I I OBITER ; OBITER |qr^(^^e^^g</<^g^&;^;^R>^tgvv<^^. M'atsontown Hisli School C. Wasliin^tonville. "Smiles" When you sunny smile, winning way We imi)ression liope she will Be happy and meet .\lda you have the she Alda is very studious and earnest in her work. She is never known to have entered the classroom unprepared or late. You could always see her hurrying down the hall with her notebook as soon as the bell well-known as one of the sweetest school, has for the jiast two years spread an atmosphere of good comradeship and love among her friends at ".less," had rung. the However, she is not so wrapped up in her work that she has no time for fun. She is always ready to laugh at a joke and join in any mischief that happens to be going on. And when it comes to "feeds" she is never absent. B. S. T. C. She was active in many affairs, being a member of the Dramatic Club. Music jilays no small part in her life and she has expressed her talent in the Glee Club. She has a sweet, pleasing voice and a light expressive touch. She has played the piano for many entertainments in the primary department and children's literature cla.ss. At the beginning of the second semester. the close of a busy "rush" reason, the Phi Gamma Tau Sorority claimed her as a de- ' Alda has chosen the teaching in the prifor her life work. She has been very successful in her practice teaching, and we feel sure that she will be just as successful in her own school. The chil- mary grades dren are very fond of her. We \()iir voted member. Y that girls, position. in first is one of those quiet but when you have known her awhile you find that she is just the opposite. always gay. There is no douht of the love and admiration our Soutliern lassie throws about "Jess" ])ossesses her wherever she goes. a typical southern smile, accent and dis- girls Pa. .\lila wish work. you success and happiness in She has not only proved her merit as a worker but as an efficient Class Secretary. Parting is such sweet sorrow, but Jessie, dear, what we know success e'er will follow you, vou do. i ^^[g;5^e/^c>g^A^vagga iris^'^>^n^^-r>ririi!Z!i<^^l 60 19 2 9 B v^>vavvg»avNB»av>S ^ OBITER g] I AGNES COTTERMAN LAWRENCE lliintiiisdon :Mills llisli Sclinol Huntingdon CREASY H. Catawissa High Mills, Pa. ratawissji, ^Sr))ool I'a. "Creasv" Town Hill lias ):iven us one of our best loved Locker Koom jrirls in the person of our curly-haired (and ifs natural, too), Whenever we see her blue-eyed Apnes. bright smile and hear her talk we wonder how the home fi)lks jiet along without The young man pictured here dwells that i)leasant locality where they raise inhabitants there, in called River-Hill, feathers." The "goofer however, have one particular advantage; they look down on the her. rest of us. They say that she has actually taught school, but what we would like to know is how anyone could tell the teacher from Besides being a good teacher the pupil. First appearances are said to give lasting impressions. If so, Mr. Creasy must have made a good impression on day of college life. can do many other things equally as such as playing the piano, driving -A car, singing in the Glee Club and taking an active part in the Athletic Club. she his first Modesty well, fulness. is sometimes mistaken for bashThis has been true of Lawrence, but be outgrew that when the young ladies began to show an interest in bis delightful smile. His interest in them, however, was uncentcred and unsustained until the last part of his third year. Those who were on the Harrisburg trip that year will under- Her greatest accomplishment is being just an all-around good spaninn, a true friend, and always willing to co-(iperate in any meritorious en- stand. terprise. Activities: Orchestra, "27, "28, "29: Mixed Chorus. "27; Mens Glee Club, "28, 29; Science Club, "27; Student Council, "29; Associate Editor of Obiter, '29; La Mascotte, '28. i s^ 19 2 9 ^-'J^criH^^J^'^rQ^^f^Cnin 61 J' >:^aj^^v^^fl^^aM$? — — OBITER IP gri^S^g>yg^v<^g^^R»itt<^Bg>>ej5«^?>2^l'>^»Srl>^»iri"5Cv^»Q^i>5^J RALPH DA VIES ROBERT DAVIS Xantiroke High School Nanticoke Higli School Nanticoke. Pa. Nanticoke, Pa. I^ "Raffles" "Bob" appeared here at Bloom he apparently was a modest individual for nobody knew he was around. This, however, did not last long, for his debut as Captain of the track teams of '27 and "28 brought him in the limelight. "Bob" is one of the members of our cla.ss who believes in the old quotation, "Success depends not so much upon studying nights as in being awake in the daytime."" "Bob's" proof of this old adage is his many night activities and his high scholastic standing. When Ralph "Raffles'" has first many achievements credit due to his perseverance nation. He delights in singing to Besides escorting a certain girl of our he found time to attend to many other activities such as: Secretary of North Hall Student Council, Treasurer of the Nanticoke Club, Member of .Junior Varsity Basketball Squad and also of the Davis, Davies, Edmunds and .Tones Pinochle his class and determiand has been member of the Men's Glee Club for the past two years. In '27 he managed the Basketball team. He is a charter member of the Omega Chi Fraternity and takes an a active interest in its affairs. He the pinnacle of his success here was elected Editor of the Obiter. Many wonderful days we have spent company and many have found him his Club. reached when he "Bob"" played an end position on the Freshman and Senior foottiall teams. He was a member of that famous right side of the Freshman line In "27. Time after in to be a true friend and classmate. We now wish him the fruits of a happy and successful career in his future work. Stoddard roommate, three horsemen time, with the aid of bis cohorts, and .Tones, he would smear his "Shorty,"" and the other of the Senior"s backfield. He also played a bang-up game in his Senior year, contributing largely to the Freshmen"s defeat. We always will him the loyal de- find fender and sup)>orter of B. "Bob" showed S. T. C. an editor on Booth asked him to Join the Obiter staflf. the varsity basketball squad but "Bob" preferred to play with the .lay \'ees. i ^^ 19 2 9 N^.J52ri[>CVT5,^)>C!jjvar,i 63 ability as ga>j^sa;^ai|fe ^^ — " !^ OBITER lLvJS^'isv<^^s^l^^;^v^v^cl'-^y^ DOROTHY DAVIS Te(liiii(;il S<-i*aiitini, RUTH Sdiool lli^'li Hi.«Ii Kutli world is lihie. nothing to do; And Kuth. ril eat, sing and dance. Oh, yes, and always take a chance. then A there fair came to (uir college maid, desirous of edifying the minds of the younger generations. Has she succeeded? Well, she's a certified "school ma'am. That's "Dot" through and through. Just as soon as the gong goes off in the morning you can liear, ".\ll Alone" or ".\ngelia Mia" and sometimes "When Father Papers As the lark goes upward comes downward yodelling. Taking chances are "Dot's" specialties. If someone told her to do the "Highland But Ruth's education did not end with books. How could it, when the college offered hockey, volley ball, basketball, baseball, hiking and tennis? Tennis. It's great even better than counting for reducing Calorics, .^nd then, it does away with the formality of introductions, too. Fling" on the roof of the dorm at 3 A. M., bells on to add yes, the Parlor." singing, "Dot" — You "Dot" would be there with charm of Hey! Move! to the the affair. hai)i)iness he yours, know Ruth was reducing? — Oh,' conscientiously. to prove herself calories she wanted worthy of her name Venus. I We — hopes for Ruth as a teachShe er, especially as a teacher of English. launched several campaigns in the interests of purifying the mother tongue among liave high For the benefit of other Enthusiasts, we have recorded the opening speech of one of these campaigns. "Hey, listen, kids, we gotta cut out this slang and start usin' decent English, or we won't know how to talk when we get outa this joint." But that was before Ruth began teaching. Even her own English has improved now and we all wish her the best of luck in teaching English and every other subject that comes her way. her associates. Good English butterfly that's not caught in the rain. May didn't she's counting The reason want to get my mail. Yeh! Who from "Dot"? Is it from that tall, handsome darling? Let us in on the secret when?? "Dot" certainly is a neat dancer. If dancing was prohibited at the school, among the missing would be "Dot." She is a good I DAVIS school Nanticoke. Pa. l*;i. ••licit" When the And I've A. Xantieoke ^ "Dot." IC^gy.^ IWHg>WBg~ld.t. i rS^J>CtJ^gtnS^^J^I 64 l& 2. & — OBITER >x^<^j>^i>j^y>g?->A>e^)>cri>e^»^ix:^»g-'i>g^j| ^ ^I I c I THEODORE S. DAVIS VIRGINIA Nniiticdke His'' School .\shle> ".Iinn\ "Tax" Virginia seems to he such a (piiet little on first ac(|uaintance, but all who girl really know her will tell you how full of fun and enthusiasm she is. She is seen at ever}' social gathering, especially football games, and one of her favorite pastimes is trying to stage a miniature one in her room. We remember one day in particular when supposed-to-be football went flying the through the window and caused quite an uproar on the campus. When classes get exceedingly horesome to \"irginia she works be excelled In the possession of that admirable quality, good nature, never too busy to aid a brother floundinp in the to smile, "Tax" has fojr, never too blue crashed through the gates of jiopularity to win a host of friends. He to — one of those lucky creatures who pets his work out as it should be and at the same time with the minimum of effort. is Basketball is C'aj)tain of the enviable football a.s "Tax"s" chief hobby. As Junior \'arsity he made an record for himself. game "Tax" also In showed the cross-word , bis ability fices seems to have on numerous committees, being the Social Conmiittee. has held many important of- .served run. the.se Two things N'irginia dislikes most are writing letters and getting up in the morning. She loves to read anything from Chaucer to .John Galsworthy, and we even find editions of "Screen .Secrets" .-idorning her rooni at tinu's. Virginia intends to teach until she is twentv-five years of age. We pretend that we think she is serious, anil she might be but everyone will admit that there arc of- — : President President President President I But she is also in for ;ill kinds of sports. mainly, hockey, basketball, hiking and baseball. .She really was fine in baseball and still ho.ists about the time she made a home his sax. he She I "someone." an insatiablf almost daily you can hear him coaxing weird noises from "Ta.x" is also gifted witli desire for "hot" music and "Tax" puzzles. I loads and loads of them on hand. We often wondered who kept her sup))Iied with them, but it is a secret between her and class a player. one of Besides DAWE .Xslilev. I'a. " N';iiiticoke, I'a. Not E. Hij;h Seliool of Xanticoke Club. of Dining Room Club. of Omega Chi Fraterr! y. of .Senior Class. I made in the best of j)lans. success and happiness go with you. \'irginia. wherever it may be and may you always be a steadfast and true friend as von have been. ten changes May 7i^\ iQae >5^I?2ri">5r^J5-^^> i ^ OBITER ie>/^s<^e^^c<^^Bo» ^.^,^rgs^^JyHav^^>«^v^.fl»^^v^J.r^avs^»va 67 'i ! ^1 OBITER |[g^?s^^g>:/q^e^Xc^e^^B<^ g,^ew?^&!^^ [^g 1 FLORENCE DRUMMOND Hiighe^tdHn Hi.sli M.\RG.\RET CL-\IRE Plymoutli. Pa. Pittston. Pa. ••Peg" •Flo- Brown A girl brown eyes, that you could idolize. If, hair, We of the Mu Sigma Sorority, and al.so received her erals for participation in sports. By Phi num- ^a>^G^ come on the ath- first. When, the way, have you ever heard her try famous operatic char- If not, you are missing something. Probably her roommate can enlighten you upon this subject. .\n excellent athlete, a good student, and always a staunch and true friend that is "Peg." May Bloomsburg have many more Good luck, "Peg!" students like her! Ha]i|iiness and succe.ss be yours always! — this position. fc-g lessons acter? "Flo" believes there is a time to play. She never neglects her We knowis very studious. that she has made no error in choosing her profession, as she is well capable of filling in her to imitate a certain and a time to work and she wish her success field, not haunting the gym, she is studiously engrossed in a book. "But what about that tardy notebook, 'Peg"?" work We in spite of all this fervor Yet letic wonder why? member Try and outdoor, "Peg" is truly a "star." keep up with her on a hike We also a you should collar open at the throat, walking through the halls with a firm, masculine tread, you can rest assured that it is none other than "Peg" in her favorite attire. In all types of sport, both indoor and In sports she is ready to participate; esShe was a pecially basketball and hockey. member of the hockey championship team. She is al.so very much interested in becomthink most ing an expert tennis player. of her games will he ))layed on the courts is visit the College, and mannish "Flo" Is a true pal and a real good sport. She has many friends and keeps making more. Her smile and laughing eyes always greet you wherever you see her. "Flo" when you see an erect figure, clad in skirt, white beret and sweater with spotless white cuffs She's a friend to all. a friend indeed. She helps you out whatever the need. of Peckville. DILA riAinoiith lli^h Sctiool Stiiool her profession. t<-^a<-ggt'^s:i-j?ao2SA'^^ 68 19 i ^e ^^^lisaz^svisaK! ^ I s ? BETTY RUTH A. EADIE Weatherlv Hisl> School Weatherly. l*a. Ruth "A quiet kind Of whom Has it may somethiri}: he said. more than nonsense Lying underneath lier head." full of fun. She a good sport and a wonderful pal. pastime is telling forShe could easily earn a living at tunes. this if she decides not to teach school. She also likes to read and to eat and spends some time trying to find the way to eat cinity. and grow to us We might say she is a good candidate for the pipe fitters union. She had all her experience answering the taps of the third floor pipers. May she attain what she desires In this world that is so worthwhile. extend her our best '29, thin. Here's to the girl with dreamy eyes. With coal black hair and ready smile. She has chosen the primary group as her We know she will be sucof work. cessful because she loves little children. field the class of favorite Betty .says she is going to be a sophisticated school marm forever and ever, but We do know, howwe don't think so. ever, that she will he a very successful teacher, for she has all the qualities that make up a good teacher. She has chosen the Primary grades as her realm in which to guide tlie coming generation along the paths of education. is We, is Betty's very indu>trious and always gets her work done before she plays. After her work is done she is one of the merriest. Do you remember the feeds we used to have? She wishes. I &^ 19 2 9 ? first from Weatherly. From all ai)pearances she looks to he a demure little girl, but when you become acquainted with her she can talk just as much as you Whenever you hear, '"Oh, my cow," can. you know Kuth is somewhere in the vi- Ruth came s EDWARDS glance one would judge Betty to be a quiet girl but when you know her you discover that she is good-natured and At girl. of" M. Kdwardsville Hish School Edwar€ls\ ille. Pa. "Betz" VSy-J^^tyr^jyir^SiSi^JXnh 69 y?^^^sfl;^ai^$^ ? w^ OBITER L^J^^'i;s><^^:>rcn;^v^^^^n^('^ri<^gv^J^:<:/o^cl«J:y( K k WILHELMIXA ELDER MARJORIE ALICE ELEY BeruUk High School Technical High School Seranton. Pa. Berwick. Pa. § Billy" ••.Marj" This voiinfT lady came to us with the group that entered here in our Freshman year. She is one of those good-natured girls Ever happy go luck is Marjorie. "Marj"' is always on hand when a good time is to be had, and if there isn't one here off she As for a friend. a result of her fine personality and sacrifice she has many friends whose companionship have made her enjoyable. hops to State. who would do anything Like all girls, she enjoys playing tricks on her schoolmates and it was the cleverness of these pranks that made us sit up and take She is a real student and distributes her time properly in applying herself to her work. She is very often seen in the library busily engaged in selecting material for the following day's classes. As a teacher, "Marj" will be a success, but we fear that future graduates will not have to wait long to take her place. She will be teaching but a short time. However, long or short, it may be, or whatever else she undertakes, may fate be her friend. As a student teacher she has made considerable progress, as our observations and review of her records have shown us. Her attitude toward her work and natural love for children tend to make her the ideal teacher. to her stu- dies here we hope to hear of this young lady on the road to success in the near future. ^^Iffi^ ? The Delta Phi Sigma Sorority picked Marjorie as a member. The Children's Literature Club was "Marj's" choice in extra curricular fields and we will always remember our dashing "Robin Hood." notice. Judging from her application That's quite a trip but In sport, Marjorie has long been interested, and in the near future will receive that much desired honor, her "B." Every evening one finds her in the gym dancing and here she is at home, for she loves to dance. ri<^K]l<^CtO^CIJ5firj>^J5^ 70 19 2 & — i5CV»l3<2>i>5i'»>Q^l>^)>&^i>^»^l'N?->>a->l>?^J KATHRYN EXGLE SARA IVA ERMISH Sunbury High School Berwick Higli Scliool Sunbury. Pa. All hail cle.s, —another — gentlemen Well known by —you've to prefer. well liked in all hloiule for many cir- got "Wait till I tell you! Something exciting happened!" Sara's joy in life is telling her exciting experiences. If Sara feels blue just be a good listener and soon her troubles will vanish. She has lost her voice "it" "Kay." Rome at times but no wasn't built in a day, neither are in knowing come to ad- had a rc.ison Sara likes to study and stands high in her class work. When she was doing her l)ractice work in Berwick, we missed her very much. .Sara is another member of the primary group. We hope she is a success as a teacher, but we fear she may not get that far. She likes hou.sekeeping too well. "Hello," you will find her most frequent outbursts to be "Got anything to eat?" and "Did ja get my mail?" Well she may ask for mail for her morning would not be complete without that letter from Sunbury. Of course, there are others, too, but of no importance until the "special one" is read? to her — .She She likes music, which accounts for her romantic spirit. Her favorite sport is tennis. She plays tennis from morn till night. It is here she finds so much enjoyment. mire her. N'e.vt wonder for that, too. Kathryn's friendships, but when Rome was Kathcompleted it was admired by all. ryn's friendships are far advanced toward the same goal. So it takes a while until you know her and ||^:Wa Berwick, Pa. "Kay" you OBITER friendly, .\mong her many Kire (lirls, TennLs, activities Ba.seball, are: CanipVolleyball. A well known member of the .VIpha Delta Zeta Sorority, she will be remembered as a true friend by many of the girls. Her kindness will never be forgotten and she will remain in our thoughts as a good sport and a true pal. bfe^l 2' IQ2Q ^g^vsj^^^; 71 mm OBITER |ie*^^&i^fl*^^^^g>yg^fr^/B^&-ySSg^|^S 1 ij DOROTHY J. HORTENSE EVANS EVANS Memorial Tajior High School "Tens" "Dotty" "A is one of our fair lassies from To know her is to love her. If Taylor. you are searching for or are in need of a She is alIriend just look for "Dotty." ways ready with her friendly smile. I'pon first acquaintance you will think her very This opinion soon vanquiet and demure. ishes after you become better acquainted with her. Her enhancing personality alone is enough incentive for one to desire her 1 riendship. "Dotty" a is very good sjiort. She is al- Willing as she is, she never shirks her work fur Slie always has her work done pleasure. ways ready to contribute her share. well and long before any one else has startAs a teacher she has proven herself ed. to be capable and Hanover Township I'a. "Hortv" "Music, the es.sence of things past and things to be." pleasant word, a t'rieiully smile. That's -Dotty' all the while." "Dotty" Higli Seliool. Lee I'ark, Taylor, Pa. efficient. There seems to be some great attraction for her in Taylor. V\'e do not exactly know what it is but sometimes think that it would not be hard to guess. As a Y. W. C. A. Cabinet member, "DotWe find her ever ready ty" is very loyal. If to assist in whatever is to be done. "Dotty" continues her work in her sincere way, we are confident of her success. Music is "Tensy's" greatest pleasure. Night after night her syncopated rhythms were heard in the gym where the crowd gathered to dance. All types of music appeal to her, from Moonlight Sonatas to the ,/ohnstown Rag and how she plays them! — "Tens." for another, and if she was ever known to worry, Very petite, with hasn't leaked out. it large blue eyes that describes her best Cood-natured, hai)|)y-go-lucky If not popular for one thing she is is As a tennis player she was one of our and was equally good at hockey or basketball. She stands high in her classes, knows all the latest books. "Tensy" is also a member of the Mu Phi Sigma Sorority. Just between us, "Tens" has a quality best, called for in a school teacher, "Personality." And though we doubt if school teaching, rather than literature or music is her right chosen field of achievement, we wish her "Bon Voyage" on her life cruise. 19 a 9 OBIXER c>^li^z^OTPgavv»>K>^vssyvav%g>vJi>sa^?^v^JI ? ^ I JANE B. MILDRED EVANS EVANS West Pittston HiKli West Pittston, Coughlin High School Siliix)! Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Pa. We "Janie" The name Jane suggests a quiet, with her thoughts usually on her This is partly true of "Janie," but girl studies. She believes all what is in a name? having a good time and her motto is. "Make others happy and enjoy life." With this pleasing personality, "Janie" made a after in host of friends at B. S. T. C. "Janie's" hobby is music and her minor She has a sweet voice and is eating. was always found singing, especially in the morning when one wanted to sleep. Ask; one — fourth floor they know. good feeds that we had in her room will always remain in our memories, chicken and everything. the As girls on for eating the — the took part in extra curricular being a member of the (Jirls' Glee Club and Women's Chorus. In the latter, she held the post of Cirou)) Secretary. She the Mu Phi is also an active meml>er of Sigma. "Janie" activities, 19 a 9 find that "Mil," Though rather small. Is far more sweeter Than if she were tall. demure Big brown eyes, — that's a pleasant smile, rather Everybody's friend and pal. If you want a helping hand with your les.sons, all you need to do is to ask Mildred, and she will be only too glad to short Mildred. help you. Mildred is a hard, conscientious worker and seldom goes to classes uni)rei)ared. Just the same she likes a good time and is always among the first in any escapade, especially if there are eats. She spends part of her spare time wishThe rest she spends ing she were home. in marking off the days on the calendar, trying to persuade herself that vacation is near. To you, Mildred, the class of '29 wish vou the best of luck and success. >ct-JK;rCCvr>ipv>^i>5r,i f^^\i^3^2^W^. OBITER m ^J5^i'5S.<^-?:^iTiv<*^ri;'Cvc>^ri<-fis.?vJ5^a>^«j:i^ s PEARL C. ANNA FARRELL EVES .Archbald High School .\rchbald. Pa. "Farrell" Jersevtown High School Jlillville. IM. Pearl Pearl comes from the large city of Millville. She entered Bloomsbur;; State Teachers' College in the year of 1927. Before Pearl entered B. S. T. C. she had been a successful teacher hi the Millville schools. studious and a diligent worker, ala helping hand to those in need of anything, and nothing seems too great for her to accomplish. She is ways lending Pearl drives a Ford car back and forth to school, but is continually getting up with some other Fords. it mixed One mix-up One of the wind-shield wiper. She loves sports Pearl enjoys is tennis. the sport and she willingly teaches others the game. Pearl was an active member of the Design Club and the Sewing Club, in We wish which she took great interest. Pearl the best of luck in all that she undertakes. cost her a see her is to love her, love her but forever." For nature made her what she "To And is, never made another. And The old saying that, "You can not judge a book by its cover," proves true when you meet Anna Farrell. Is she quiet and reserved? Yes, when she's asleep. You will always find "Farrell" with those smile, having a brown eyes and sunny grand and glorious time. big When Bucknell mentions anyone you I should see the look on "Farrell's" face. wonder why? I thought for awhile that she was interested in State, but when the mail came the other day well I guess — — you know. She has been an active member in all college affairs, especially the social events. You never go to a college dance or party unless you see "Farrell." is treasurer of the Phi Gamma Sorority, a member of the First Aid Club, a fire commissioner, and is also on O! Lest I forget. the House Committee. "Farrell" had a leading part in the Senior Play. She led the people to their seats. "Farrell" Tau Here's wishing you the best of luck from the "Harp " Club. — OBITER )>^v^y>^i>gi^»Q->A>g-')>^i>^»^i>3^»g-'i>g^J MARY GENEVIEVE FERRY FLORENCE FEST Freelaml High School Kieeland, Pa. Bloonisburj; High School Bloomsburg, "Flossie" Mary, Mary, quite contrary. How does your language prow; Kunny words not ordinary. But don't you fret we like "em so! — This sliould "It's the the smile ye wear. That's a-makin" the sunshine — Everywhere." That's to someone. laugh, Mary is noted for the novel way in which she expresses herself. If you heard a group laughing in the liall then you can just bet it".s Mary adding to her vocabulary! smile. somewhere We is to S jolliest family of u]) the eight o'clock classes. is A winning personality and a sympathetic nature have gained for Florence many friends who wish her success in all she attempts. feel and 19 2 the bananas about. that ever-ready and willing type sort one likes to call "my pal." hair has a valuable member of the Dramatic Club and of the honorary dramatic fraternity, the Alpha Psi t)mega. Her recent efforts in dramatic work have resulted in making her an expert in tlirowing antique The all She "Flossie" belongs to the make She confident that that crop of twinkling blue eyes will capture even Father Success. curly ! and certainly knows the value of a College Hill. "Flossie" enjoys walking, but it isn't wise to ask her about her attempts obliging manners and sunny disposition have gained a wide circle of friends. Mary would remind one of a saucy pansy looking quite mischievous at times, yet, possessing the depth of that flower coupled with its simplicity and sincerity. She Florence commuters who are seen daily hurrying Her of girl. song ye sing, And Her name describes our Mary. really be Merry, for slie is always scatterinfr sunshine I>a. "Flo" 9 L<='gv^'flr^igv:^a>?^vx9^>gjH|^^ 75 OBIXER qr^S^fr<^ C'^e•vgc^?«^^v<^^ep. And FISCHER J. Newport Township High School Olen Lyon. Pa. stliool letics alone. He also did excel in ath- commendable work in extra-curricular activities. In "28, he was a member of the double quartette and in '29 a member of the Men's Con- and on good words but since space is limited we say in these few words: We the success and happiness that you will attain in vour future life. write on servatory Glee Club. "Bud" is also a humorist of rare ability. As Humor Editor of the 1928 Obiter and as endman for the minstrels of '27 he proved to us to be a man of rare wit. His somewhat shy manner, mixed with jilenty of this wit, makes him popular among the both sexes. Now we know that "Bud" also possesses "actorial" ability. in "Applesauce" Those who saw him act you that he was will tell the "It" of the play. He is an active member of the Omega Chi Fraternity, having been elected Vice Presi- dent I in '28 and Treasurer , i<-csa'J5^''»>ci-r5fito>^J5^ 76 in "29. 19 a 9 1 :w^ e^ OBITER i5CVyGk:M>5t'J>&>l'>5^»2ri>^»2rl'N^'>>CJ^l>5^J m I I LAWRENCE FORD MAE FLAHERTY BUnmisbiirs; Hisli NanlUoke Hish School "Mac" To look is at "Ked" another of our liowntown (.'iris. her, one would Judpe that she A by no means a pessimist ami judge corShe always sees the funny side of life and many a twinkle has livened those moments wlien "lass sunk into tlic dullest stage." A has had the agree that with original his member of the anec- ])o|)ular conscientious young man above pleasure. But he found that he could afford sometime for sports so went in for football and baseball. "Lemons" is a born ba.seball player and in years to come we shall see Ford in the big leagues. "Lemons" and he puts entertaining them with .some of her latest jokes. She is always ready for mischief, and just as ready when there is work to he done. will entered the pearly gates first boys, thus Ford, dotes became a youth. When it comes for a good time, Mae is always there. She is very fond of swimming, esi)ecially at "Columbia Park." If you ever hear a gr^?av^^>^>srwNfly^:gvsa^g^vxfl^ gI^g 77 — JACK B. MARK FOWLER FORTNER Bloomsburg High Schnol Uloomsburg. Pa. Scott Township High School Kspy, Pa. >Iark "Jackie" Jack needs no introduction for liv liis winninp personality he has made many friends. Altlioujjh one of the "downtowners" he participates in the entire social life of the school, being present at all dances, school parties and after-dinner dances. He letics, an enthusiastic supporter of all athbeinp manager of the baseball team is and participating in football and basHis ability as an actor led him to join the Dramatic Club in the fall of '23. His ability along this line was demonstrated in two club jiroductions, "The Rivals" and in '28 ketball. "As You Like It," "Applesauce," and the the Senior Class play, Sopohomore Class "The Xew Poor." Other activities include Men's Glee Club, Double Quartette, Mixed Chorus and First Aid Club. His active school life did not hinder but instead forwarded his fondness for the fair sex and aided him in securing sufficient acquaintances to fulfill the proverb believed by Jack that "Variety is the spice of life." play, With his ability to make acquaintances and keep them and his enthusiasm in English and Social Studies we are sure of a bright and successful future for him. "Who"s sive this?" Seniors, of Espy; and if Why you are the happenings, ask mean one of our progres- course. in He comes from doubt about any of Mark —he knows all about Espy. In fact, it is said that he will, in time, be the Mayor of that thriving village. I all Mark doesn't like to dance and abhors playing cards? He is interested in Bloomsburg, I mean one particular individual of this clt}', but I do think he is interested in B. S. T. C, hecau.se he is a very devoted student. Whenever you hear laughter issuing from the corridors of the locker rooms, you may be sure that Mark is telling forth another of a store of his kind jokes, for he has such them that he can tell several new each day. We certainly will miss Mark's presence in the locker rooms, esones pecially after lunch. Mark interested in teaching primarily, his degree we think that mathematics will be somewhat over done. is and when he gets We are sure that Mark will keep to teaching after he finishes here, but how long he will continue in this field, time alone can tell. Mark has often quoted several good motlife, but we think that his best one is, "Give to the world the best you have, and the best will come back to vou." toes for lC^(Sj>UG'^^Ai^SS:^&^W^SSJi^^JB^:>KSj>i^tS^^^ 19 2 i mi g^|igBg«vvg>^'^rwsfl>yavvj»>gv>g^?>av>>g]| obiter ; ^ 5 CORA ETTA FRANK ARLINE FRANTZ Malianoy High School Kingston Township High School Mahanoy Trueksville. Pa. ••Fran" City. Pa. Cora Cora one of our degree students is "Kids, do you know what hapi)ened?" Arbursts in upon us and from that moment all else is forgotten, while slie tells us about her latest experience. this line year. She did not come to us fall of '26, having spent her Freshman year Her at the University of Pennsylvania. big brown eyes and charming smile have won her many friends during her three years here. In addition to her talent for making friends, she has music talent. Her clear alto voice has won her an enviable place in the Presbyterian Choir. She plays the piano as well as she sings. until the is a .\rline has college High ambition —yes, and it life. bad one great her you. Such a thing difficulty in Don't guess, we will tell She never has enough to eat would daunt anyone, but not "Fran." ! received some boxes and boxes and she survived. we She received some Every student has to study at times and so Arline does, occasionally. Strange to say, she can work when necessary and her success in practice teaching promises a like success out in the world. English and Social Stuteaching was successfully done last year in the Bloomsburg Her is We member Her time She majored dies. What that makes us love her can't say exactly but her friendliness and good nature are part of it. "Fran" isn't satisfied with a smile for she is generally laughing that contagious laugh tliat makes you join in. of the >lu Phi Sigma Sorority. has been quite full of Freshman and their doings this year, because of her position as Chairman of tlie Customs Committee. She is the Representative of the Four- Year Cirls on the Governing Board of Waller Hall. She and energy Pep, plenty. so? in practice Oh, we almost forgot Paul, or is it Lewis The more the merrier seems to be "Fran's" theory on this (piestion. now? School. So here's to you, Cora. We wish you sucand FH.WKI.Y, we know vou have it. We are happy to have been with you here and our sinccrest wishes go with you, Ar- cess line. 19 a 9 >^?^a>wv5/?gvsaygBw^A>gji>jsa^>2ail^^ 79 — ^ OBITER i^J5^'-v2vri-»iviv-5^n:v(<^ricS2v?J5<:ia>ct'j^^ ^ ^ MARY M. West RUTH GARDNER GALGAXOWICZ Hazle To\vn>lii|) IIif;l> Dalton High Scliool nalton. Pa. llazletiin. I'a. "Ruth — Pretty, ]H)]nilar, peppy, proper isn't that Mary? Our Mary caine to us from West Hazleton. She always insists on the West. The height of Mary's ambition is to have the cliildren pronounce her name correctIf you want to he a friend of hers, ly. We must be careful what you call her. admit, though, she's very sweet tempered on every other subject. Mary's is that she never worable to look always finds her in the gym. Bye, Mary, and best of luck. We of "29 wish you success and hai)piness. We've enjoyed having you with us. A A A look that " is "I'lnkie" full of dignity, sober, stern expression. very dignified teacher That's your first impression. impressions are often deceiving! her in the hall you say, "noesn't she look studious?" But just step into her room after study hour .sometime and you will surely find her in the midst of a jolly crowd. She is telling them a good joke or reciting one of her famous poems to them. Ruth is never in need of anything to say; her original jokes and merry make her a welcome addition to any party. First When you meet .\t the beginning of our freshman year, She often wished Ruth was very lonesome. that she were home, but after a few weeks she decided that B. S. T. C. was a nice place in it. and that there were some fine people She has decided that Wilkes-Barre also has Many its advantages. have sought Ruth's help and advice and received bountifully. She is a prominent member of the Rural Club. She ex])ects to teach in a rural school, but of course not all lu-r life. girls ^ OBIXER •r^ A MARGARET g K. GARVEY FRANCES DOROTHY GAYEWSKI Aslilaml High School S Plains Memorial Higli .school Plains. Pa. Ashland, Pa. •Peg" A "Franle" — — A wonderful pirl a true friend a pood sport this is "Peg." She is everything that is lovable and kind, and it is wortli vour — while to I I said make her acquaintance. "Peg's" magnetic i)ersonalit_v won for her a host of friends wlin will never forget her. No one can resist her charming smile and pleasing disposition. "Peg" and we is all very a conscientious feel sure she will student, a suc- make cessful teacher. AVell, cess "Peg," we wish you and happiness in health, whom it may be than non.sense. "Franie" is a very industrious ])erson. She never goes to class unprepared. She is always ready to respond in class. In short, "Franie" is an all-around sjiort. You can always see her at a football, basketball or a ba.seball game. Her pep and enthusiasm are always with her. In her .Junior year, "Franie" was an all-around chamjiion and we hail her as the best server in volleyball. quiet kind of girl, of has something more you want someone to take an interyour Joys and sorrows, go to "Franie." She is always ready to caress all your troubles away. If suc- est in your profession. She's sweet of disposition. She's loving, wise and kind; From the way the little tots all tumble for her points to a big success. The class of '29 greet vou with their best wishes, She's full of true affection, She has an active mind. "Franie." "Where ever you may \Vhat ever you may go, do, We hope that success Will ahvavs follow vou." iSk 19 2 9 ^>^'gv^ar;:swsa^g^vxfl^^i||^ 81 ^ OBITER |gryy^^B'yc^^^fl»^^q^ft'^./B^gvv<^a!all^gj 1 ,?. 5^ RACHEL GETHING IDA Nanticoke, Pa. Wilkes-Barre. Pa. "Love" "Gethlng" you ever heard this in the halls you would have known that some one wanted her to do something or was calling her for class. But here would be the puzShe would start out no one zle find her! would know where or when to expect her Everybody knew "Gething" and back. "Gething" knew everybody. Being on the Governing Board she landed in more feeds than any other girl in the Dorm. "Laugh and the world laughs with you," is her motto and it is true in her case, for no matter who she is with or where she is, she "Getliing!" Ida If that, a is am I who know. tlie — — jolly sure. kid. Many Ask some can tell you of her friends Her laughter resounds through halls at all times. Ida a heart-breaker, She's got "IT!" is How! Boy and too. Who's got IT? Ida! Ida loves sports and .she has been seen on several teams such as the Hockey, Baseball and Basketball Teams. When one plays these games, one is supposed to possess a Ida found good sportsmanship attitude. tliis out and we always find her ready to laughs. wear and tear herself for the right and Sometimes we think "Getliing" has missed calling —as a hairdresser, Ask anyone be beat. combs put in their hair. can't When GITLOVITZ Hanover Township Memorial High School "Rae" her E. Nanticoke High School she B. S. T. C. simply Ida gets down to work also. As a school she is bound to make a success. She has a way of making the children love who wanted teacher, "Gething" went to Berwick to do and obey her practice teaching the following organizations missed her: her. the class of '29, wish you success and happiness in the world. Ida, we all Alpha Delta Zeta, Governing Board, Finance Committee and Y. W. C. A. 1 a;5Si^^^?p=!^ fe ZIJZ^L cgNlcj>g(a>ctvj^gto>vl>j>;i 82 19 a Q the w OBIXER i>^>>ihi>5«-»2^i>^»:ri>^i>iri>3-»c?^i>ji'j HELEN KATHRYN GOGOLACH Plymouth ERMA School Hisli Plymouth, Pa. GOLD .Milton. Pa. "Tommy" Erma Here she comes down the walk now in The girl with tlie dazzling a big rush. smile, wind-blown bob, and the mannish air. Do you know who she is? No other than the "Tommy" of our merry 'ole gang. Helen Like all girls, Erma enjoys playing jokes on everyone, especially her roommate, but wisdom of these tricks that have up and take notice. "Excitement" and experience play a large jiart in her life from the physical, as well it She is Erma has chosen rural work as her voShe has chosen this becau.se of larger opiuirtunities in the educational field. She was chosen by her fellow students in the Rural Club as their vice president because of her leadership. one of our athletic girls and went cation. Most We the dictionary We wonder how Erma to the modern novel. hope others will enjoy having with them as iiiiK-h as we have. — — i 19 a of the girls — She made many hurried visits to the mail bo.\ looking for mail from a far away place. Where from whom from well, "Tommy" can give us some information on the benefits of the air mail. We wonder why Helen and her roommate. Isabel, made so many week-end visits home in their .Junior year? Just like Postum there is a reason. ^^^1 all spends her leisure time, for she is seldom seen on Sunday afternoons. On these occasions she can be found indulging in one of her pet hobbies reading, anything from doubled up with laughter with some of her remarks. I sit — many — the as the mental viewpoint. hikes until she was finally awarded her letter. She is an active member of the "B" Club. "Tommy" stayed on in Berwick' to do her practice teaching the entire semester. There surely must have been a strong attraction. heard that she kept the girls in her room at Seiberts nearly on is made us can be recognized by her jiearly teeth over which the question, "Do they come out," has many times been asked. ^ C. Milton High School Q 83 Erma (^ OBITER l^J5«i'-cs.<^^:>fl'i^v^^'5l^'^^i('J5rAcT>J^;^ I^^ U s MILDRED A. GOODWIN PEARL GOSCINSKI Xantkoke High School Nanticoke Higli School Nanticoke, Pa. Nanticolie. Pa. "Pearlie" "Pal" "Ooody" Did you ever hear her laugh? Then you "Gooily." If yim haven't you"ve missed something. For no one can describe or hope to have a laugh like hers. We know she goes right up and down the scale. Xo one has ever seen "Goody" in a temper; it seems to he against her nature. If she cannot say simiething good about anyone she says nothing at all, but from all this you must not think "Goody"^ is a "goody-Goody." She enjoys fun, especially know mischief for flavoring. As the little saying goes, "A little mischief now and then is relished by the best." with a And little should see her And still she remains slim. We cannot understand it. 5 eat ! You ! With Senior writeups, "Goody" is the last word. If one passes her censorship, it must be pretty good. "Practise makes perfect." During the Christmas rush, she seemed to be writing them wholesale. "Goody" can be characterized by her dark winsome brown eyes and her complexion, together with a charming dimple. Although her one desire is to be the cowhair, her boy type, we hope she never attains I we vou like .' her own sweet self as it is it, for —don't Always ready for "Pearlie." If there's foot she is there with radiates good nature, in tiie a good time, tliat's anything devilish on hells on. She fairly and can take a joke same spirit in wliich she liands them good characteristic. Pearl, hang on out. .\ to it. Is it athletics? And how! Basketball, hockey, tennis they all find her ready. The tennis courts see a good bit of "Pearlie" — when tennis is in season. And the girls certainly showed their good judgment when they chose her as captain of their hockey team. "Pearlie" excels in the finer arts, as well as in athletics. Music appeals to her. She is always ready to give us a treat in the way of a vocal solo. She and her "uke" have enlivened more than one party. Bloomsburg has no attraction for Pearl over week-ends. Saturday usually finds her dashing for the train. What is in Nanticoke that calls so loudly. Pearl? What are her weaknesses? The only one that we have found so far is her weakness for fudge. But this surely does make up for all the rest. We say, not goodbye, hut au revoir. Pearl, with wishes for the best of luck. .\hvays happy, always glad; 'Tis said of her. she's never sad. OBITER i>:^-'?>:i^iXM>&>i>i^)>sri>^»iri'S?-»:2->i>5^j E2a u3: 'J MAGDELENE GREISING ELVA GRIFFITH Hazle Township High School Sugar Notch High School Sugar Notch. Pa. Ebervale, Pa. "El- always in a merry mood. She certainly has pep and lots of it. MapMagrdelene '} ^ is loving rose with all also a very charming girl and friends in the college. One thing that is very characteristic of Magdelene is that whenever you go into her room you will he sure to find her eating some delicious chocolates and reading not studying but reading a book, not mentioning the title of Mighty rose — in sweetest leaves vet like leaf Klva could grace any jilace from a to an art panel. She numbers whatever Magdesucceed. We wish you all feel confident that lene does she will the luck and happiness its She can play at basketball, baseball, hockey and tennis, yet is no less graceful on the dance floor. She has her "B" in athletics and holds to a "B" average in grades. "El" was an active member of the Girls' Glee Club and took a great deal of interest in Current Events Club. one else to think about. We or a rose-bud is our "F.l." A complexion, witli two eyes of brown, are her outstanding features. Decidedly with tho.se characteristics makes her one of the popular co-eds of the college. is it. Nevertheless she always wears that merry smile and that is all we want. She has come to this college to take up teaching, but we wonder, yes, we wonder, if she will ever be one. Perhaps there is some \ formed folded." has — scarcely moulded, delene likes to study, hut she also likes to go shopping and huy pretty things in order to keep up to the style. "Mag" many being, room .school among her friends as many of the male .sex as the female. She is the better-half of what is known as "one of the cases." the world. Work know does not disinterest "El," so that life will hold the best for her. we I 1 1^ I ^h ^ 19 2 9 ^i^;pi!5C^J>:rl2^^J5^i>3-li 85 ^SZSS^iSFZS^ — OBITER ^G- i IRENE E. KATHRYN GUEST Bloomsburg, Pa. "Kay" "Rene" "What va tink me is?" This is us from Bioomsburg High. She entered B. S. T. C. in '28. She is one of the ambitious students, who had the courage to select the Rural Course. We know she will meet with success as a teach- "Kav" comes the inone of do er. it!" With but she is is quiet, a good listener and a likes children and knows how to "Kay" is one of our most popular girls. Her sunny disposition is most likely re- of planning a party She is often sponsible for this attraction. heard exclaiming, "Oh! I met the nicest young man, last night." "Kay" is always Her motto seems to be "Laugh laughing. and the world laughs with you, weep and you weep alone." without her. She She handle them. work does come before play, ever ready for a good time. "The Irene, Gang" wouldn't think to " evitable reply from "Rene" when "Tlie Gang" makes a recjuest of her. But dear friends, don't think she is a shirker. This reply means, "Since ifs you that asks, 111 HAGENBUCH M, Bloomsburg High School Scranton Central High School Scranton. Pa. true friend. Although for the most part congenial, "Rene" has her own ideas and sticks to them. To prove this, go to Irene and in- "Kay" You will that giraffes like peanuts. readily find that Irene does not agree. sist is a very active She member of the always ready to give "Kay" is quite an athlete a heljiing hand. We often see her out on the field also. playing hockey or baseball. Dramatic Club. A better or more conscientious student would be hard to find. She carries this quality from her high school days. She is treasurer of the Mu Phi Sigma is "Kay" spends her summers in Montgomery County. In fact, she likes the place so I wonwell that she wants to teach there. der why;- Sorority, an active member of the Girls' Glee Club and the Scranton Club. Success and hajipiness, "Kay." i ^.-^VS^e^ a:^^ia^ggg^ 86 192 9 I OBITER l>^?iihJLN?-J>&>l"?^)>&^i>^>>Srl'N3->>:?^l>5<-J % IJi 1 I ELIZABETH HALIPKA .Mo('an:i(|Ua. SARA HARLEM Columbia. Pa. Pa. "E-e-e-e-e-" "Sal- Elizabeth is one of our few "happy mediShe possesses enough pep and iiin" girls. wit to add to all of our good times and enough common sense to balance her love She's little hut she has She's a peach the biggest heart in the whole dormitory. Will we ever forget the first few weeks here, when she was a timid, homesick, little girl, whom the N'anticoke Gang of hack liall adopted. The saying. "Good things come She in small packages," fits in with "Sal." always has her work done, never leaves tilings go until the last minute and she's one of the best natured girls in the college. ! for fun. When you hear the well known expresand "How"s your moth- sions as, "Oh. yell." er?" you are bound around. to know that she is \ party is never dull when "Sal's" around, because she has a good supply of natural wit. Her boxes from home make her (juite jiopular with the girls. She is always willing to share her eats, and no one is hungry while she has a box. Somehow, sports hold a great attraction for her; she played hockey, baseball and basketball, and we wonder why she was so jiopular on the tennis courts. It certainly gave us much pleasure to watch her swing a tennis racket. secret of her success in winning sucli large number of friends seems to be in. her personality. E.\pressive of her personality is her smile, which has some hidden quality behind it that never fails to at- The a tract. («" J. Cnlnnibia Hii;h Seliool School Shicksliiiiny Higli \ Elizabeth is very sincere in all her undertakings and when she sets out to win a goal you may be certain that she will win it. From past experience we thought that Elizabeth would be a confirmed "Old School Mam." but from recent oh.servations we have changed our minds. She seems to enjoy "blowing bubbles." We often wonder what she sees in them. To cess C^I a pal and friend we wish and happiness possible. I 9a9 all She was always right there in every social event, whether dance, party or play. "Sal" wasn't a bit hard to jilease: she took circumstances as they were and never complained. The girls missed her as a supervisor when she had to go to Berwick to do her practice teaching. the suc- "Sal" has ]>articipated in the following clubs and ofliccs: Floor .Supervisor, Dramatic Club. V. W. C. A. and First Aid Club. c^«^r'i'>c^J5iPi>^JC^^i'! 87 K^'^JfO^S^ s ^ OBITER l^Z^^^^^JZ^L'-^s^yJZ^r^\i'JSr£JZ^lriszir± CAPTAIN AMI HARRISON Shickshiiiiiy Higli ll\iiitiiistoii FREDERICK HARRISON School Mills. Huntington Townsliip High School Huntington Mills. Pa. Pa. •Cap" "Cap" is This one of the few reserved men of the college. He takes college life seriously. He has heen attending suninier school, but this year he decided to C()ni|ilete his work and he stayed with us a whole year. We all know that home song to is work or "Girl of My ]iu/.7,le visit? to — does His he go favorite Dreams." jilays "Cap"' is an active member of the Rural Club. His Ford car surely sees plenty of action, for between using it for "Teaching" and traveling "Home" it won't be long before he'll need a new one, even though Fords have a "long life." make his year as a regular summer school several be a universal favorite with the ladies here at college, until this year when he has Then, to learned where Fourth Street is. our amazement, his thoughts began linger-, ing elsewhere. And, yes, those appointments at Science Hall. We won't mention her name, "Fred." a teacher. "Cap" is sure to "cruel, cold world." first to wicked game of baseball. He is a real first baseman. Let's hope he does not go in for professional baseball for then we would lose a mighty fine "Cap" always "Fred's" "Fred" came to us from Huntington Mills High School to take up the rural work course. In his time here, those who have come to know him have found him a quiet, unassuming young man. During the summer sessions "Fred" seemed "Cap" goes home every week-end, but here's a Is student. He came to successive summers. mark in "Fred" is one of tlic faithful members c5 the rural grouj) and he hopes to become a good teacher in that field. He is a very industrious lad and can always be found in bis room studying for some of his classes. we hope you have "Heaps of and wish that through your personality and ambition you will always be the friend and student vou were at B "Fred," this We wish him only the best of luck and happiness in all that he dares to attempt. luck," S. a^^^^[^ggg?cs? 88 T. C. ^ m OBITER i5C^I>^iX^J>2^1">!^»Srl!!'C>'»irl>3^>>^:!l35^J 1 I 1 e BEATRICE HARTMAN ESTHER HARTER SlatiiiKtoii lliRli Benton Vocational School School Itenton. iSlatingtoii, Pa. is "Tiny" is a wee bit of a girl hailing from the vicinity of Benton, a little town anxing She has cauglit all the sunshine the hills. that ever shone upon it and delivered it to us personally. This sunshine "Tiny" delivers in her smiles and sweet |)ersonality. Esther. As a re.sult of her fine personality Being active she has won many friends. in Draniaties and .\rt we can prophesy a successful future for Esther. She is an active nieniher of the Mu the Y. W. all C. .\. Cabinet and takes |>art in She is a good sport and a real girl friend. She has a knack of winning friends and knows how to keep them. Plii Sigma Sorority. Dramatic Club and cial so- "Tiny" is a locker room student, although she has contriliuted to some good times in a certain Dormitory room. functions. Even though our Esther taking up the profession of teaching she expects to go to Columbia some day and take up a farther study of .\rt. That is her one main ambition and we know that sohieday it will be obtained, for she is an earnest and conscientious worker. There are many of her drawings around the dormitory, and one can tell by looking at them that she has talent. We that I I'a. "Tiiiv" one of our anihitious and studi(iiiod-natured ous girls from Slatington. and always willinfr to help others, that's Esther is last four summers have found "Tiny" Eagles Mere, where she has won a large The in circle dream. of friends. We often see her day Sometimes we wonder. "Tiny" is very studious and we are sure deserved all the good grades she received while attending school. She has chosen the primary work and possesses the qualities needed. We are sure "Tiny" will succeed in whatever she attempts. slie wish you all the success and happiness can give. life AH your friends of B. S. T. C. wish you the best of luck and success in your chosen profession and hope your little "dears" will lo\'e \"ou as we do. "That she is timid and .sedate, Xo doubt you may aver; But that proves well enough, perhaps, How little vou know her." 1 :^i:>^^ifir>l>^^>^5 89 ? ! OBITER SG^ I THELMA HARTZEL Coal Township High VERONICA HAYER Larlisville Siliool Thelma are not is "Vee" a real student, but lier studies "Vee" came into our midst a seemingly (|uiet and reserved young lady bent on study and learning only. But, lo Just one hour in her presence and our first impressions were shattered. Beneath that cool, dignified Bloomsburg. all tliat interest lier at Like all great people, she has a hobhy. peculiar hobby is collecting antiques, umbrellas preferred. Her Thelma has doubts men under six as to the ability of feet, but remember ! all laughing friendly nature, here again, Fate has j)layed a trick in appearances. exterior Na- which poleon. Many times has Thelma saved us from How? By bringing a suit-ca.se lull of eats from home on Sunday nights. Dance? Just take a look in the gym some night and you are sure to find Thelma there, — is partial to a little lad in the the JACK. Oh were named hope that Thelma will teach ? Best of luck. a morning hike. A staunch supporter of athletics, and a fair athlete herself. She is also a good student. If just before class you should in<)uire whether or not her lesson is prepared, JACK. We little while, but the confidential rej)ly haven't even opened does she manage to called i s^^s^zs^a^ al- — she has class at times. grade by the name of that all of Thelma's pupils chair is Who? Why? Well, in reference to the. "who," you can rest assured that "Vee" is ^till under the influence of sweet dreams. But as to the "why" tlon't embarrass "Vee," please. Yet, let it be known that she is one of the few who have courage enough to venture out on the five o'clock-in- moment. A little secret Thelma forgets once in a while, especially when there are eight o'clock classes and we have known her to forget Thelma that ways unoccupied during the breakfast hour? last first a lies proves Have you noticed that a certain at a certain table in the dining room starvation. dancing until the High School Larksville, Pa. Excelsior, Pa. upon hound to be, "I book." Then howguess so well when to recite? ^J>ri«1:^J'^5CI-r5fi[rl>^J>: 90 is my 19 a © I mi ; ES^^1 f l>^?Ji:^i>5V-J>2^l'>^»Srl>5^»Si-l>3^»2?^l>5^J MARY A. HAYS Nescopefk High School Nescopeck, Pa. She witty, she is She's a is wise wonder for her size. .\Ithough she's very slight and small. What she doesn't know, isn't nothin" at describes This our Mary exactly. all. .\u- come first in Mary's life. Slie knows all from McCutcheon to Gates and librarian can Tlie downtown Kilpatrick. tell yon how well Mary knows fiction and thors them her grades speak for the rest. Mary to goes in for athletics. be one of the fortunates their numerals and letters She happens who received in Freshman yea r. .\sk the girls in nnmi 200 who can make How well we the best fudge and toast remember the fudge Mary was sure to bring back to school with her. ! I Mary is very fond of dancing and is a familiar figure, to be .seen, gliding around the gym floor. Mary is very versatile in She has getting the most out of one day. been known to read a novel, prepare an exceptionally good lesson on Gates, hike to Light Street and finish the afternoon by dancing in the gym. don't mention here how she spent the evening! We I , OBITER ^ |^^> OBITER ff^l i-J5^i'5Si.Cw?::^i'-iiv^^^^n2<(«^^i<"Cv'CJ5^o:>^*J^J^ i EMMA LOLISE HEWITT Nanticoke High School Liizeine, Pa. Xantlcoke, Pa. "Hibby "Lou" "The sweetest noise on earth, a "A woman's voice, A In this modern day, when girls are cheer leaders, one can api)reciate Louise's sweetly As is a friend indeed." friend, she a is a "WOW." Whenever anything to be done, "Hibby" is always there to do it. If she is asked to help someone, especially one of the gang, she there's This conversation often took place and is typical of Louise: "Do you know Louise Hewitt? Oh, yes! She's sweet." voice. Vice President of the Y. friend in need That describes our "Hibby" through and through. Who is "Hibby?" Why, she is none other than one of that good old "gang." string which has no discord." modulated HIBL\N D. Luzerne High School does it gladly. She can is keen about sports. always be seen in tlie front row at any of the games, on the field or in the gym. Alongwith the rest of the crew, she can be seen cheering away with her utmost strength. We wonder! Wliy all this intent in ath- "Hibby" W. Louise is C. A.; she is al.so a memher of the Alpha Delta Sorority. In both of these organizations she has been a very active member. Brightness is a good name for Louise. She always has her work done and does not believe in going to classes unprepared. She is always ready to help all others, not thinking about herself. letics????? "Hitch your wagon to a star," is Louise's The best is none too good for her, and we hope the best will be her lot for- She is a proud possessor of a "B," which makes her an active member of the "B" She shares equal honors in the Draclub. matic and First Aid Clubs. "Hibby" has shown us that, as a teacher, ever. she will be a success. motto. To "Hibby" go cla.ss it the sincerest wishes of the of '29 for a successful future, whether be in the teaching or in anything else. 5^353 92 19a 9 ! MARGARET HIGGINS MAHEL EVELYN Nanticoke High School Nantlcoke. Pa. "IVS" ".Miggv" — "I.iptits out !" A "Quiet, Please !" Yes, it's "Pep" making her rounds. Faithful to everything she has to do, and maybe she isn't one busy pirl. Oh! no, she isn't too busy for boy friends. I say boy friends because the more the merrier. "Pep's" heart is hip enough for many, but hush And then we hear, "Frosh, why don't you demure, reserved pirl came to us from the Electric City, September, 1927, but through lapse of time she became one of our outstanding workers in our college. In the first year we find her interested more in athletics, such as hockey and basketball. Later, durinp sorority rushes, we find her busy with j)arties and teas. Now, .Vlpha Delta /eta Sorority claims her as one of their cherished members. We must not omit the many occasions which the Electric City Club sponsored in which she took i)art. wear your arm bands?" "We would like to see more of them." If "Pep" pets prey, prematurely, it wont be the fault of the boy friends, but the Frosh class of "Pep" '.30. — we find our ".Miggsey" j)rominent worker on the Governing Board, who has gained the sincere admiration of us all. She was an active member in the Dramatic Club and the Y. W. C. A. Her untiring devotion and sweet gentle influence have merited her not only a place in our hearts but also a class officer, that of Vice President. out for everything sports, social functions and studies. Not only is she out for her own enjoyment but also how much Joy she can pive others. If vou ever need a helpinp hand, you can ask "Pep," and you will always find her willlnp to help. I is Her many activities are: Secretary man Class, Nanticoke Club, Y. \V. Alpha Delta Zeta, Gov. of W. S. HIGHFIEI.l) Central High School Scranlon. I'a. In her second year a FreshC. A., Board Secretary G. A. "Mippsey," dear, may the world without you as generously, and the friends you make love you as loyally, as we, your treat classmates, have done. I 19 2 9 Ct.^5irii5CVX5CPK!a7i'! 93 ^^^^SiW^ — OBIXER FANNIE ^J5^IC^v<^5^i'^v<^^^n2v(^^rirCV?J5^'i>^'J5^ E. HILL FANNIE I. HILL Millville \'/ygv^*g^ggva=aj'^av^aaza>v^aa;'2g|^$7 95 OBIXER ^*^^^ WZ€ln2^{^JSr£<-^c^;>::p£^^c^3^*>^^T>^l^^»iiir)IN:l>^>i-} 97 OBITER NICHOLAS i'JZ^'^SSS^JZ^Lni:sS'JZ^r^<{'-J!Sri<<;>ondon," was a great success, but there was a reason. "Xick" was stage manager and he spent all his efforts into the making of a clever stage set, with the result that the Dramatic Club eagerly accepted him as one of their mem- a royal celebration. "Jay" was very fond of ing participated in all sports, havbasketball, baseball, and tennis, and attended many games played by the college teams. Dear "Jay," the class of '29 wishes that the Star of success will shine upon you. hockey bers. "Nick" has been spending his spare time Scout work and Y. M. C. A. work, and as for the fair sex they are of minor importance to him. in local in JAMES Hanamie, Pa. •Mamsey" Berwick. Pa. "A warrior E. Newpdrt Township High Heruick Hish School Here's wishing you success and happiness all that vou undertake. ic-g^a^c^ rt«^iia^^5^'^^Cl-r5Cin2:«J5< 98 19 2. & i's:vj>^i>j^»Q->A'>ig^)>^i>g^»gri>g^»Q^i3g^J OBIXER i^ g i LOUISE JARZENBOWICZ IRENE JOHNS Sugar Notch Hisli School Sugar Notch, Pa. "Baby" Central High School Seranton. Pa. Irene J — "Louise" Graceful, no less than contained the play spirit." Some call her Irene, others "Johnny." but whatever we call her, she is one of the dearest girls we know. Her friendly disposition and willingness to help others are diaracteristics for which we all admire and grace itself, Louise does contain the play spirit to a Every aspect of life is a extent. game to her and she plays like the true great sport she love her. is. We think a great deal of her, but we someone else thinks more. AVe wonder why most of her leisure time is sjient in writing letters and why .she is anxious to get to the mail box on time. Naturally brilliant, teaching comes to Louise as an easy matter, yet with all of her physical charms and easy swinging walk, one wonders if this is her right chosen profession. She is doubtful herself, but is quiet as to her real ambitions. are She"s full of "pep." her strum a uke. A favorite among many is Louise, and she has an outstanding personality in ath- .\s for sports, Her winsome gracefulness shows to its best advantage on hockey, basketball and baseball fields. letics. Louise is a go-getter and that life will offer her Just s She You should hear Irene takes part in all. one of the shining lights of the class. Oh! those A's! She's sure to have five. From the way she tutored second floor we think that, as a music teacher, she would be a success. we are sure what she most desires. "Brown eyes and all sure is "Life holds no charm like loyal friends, -And manv are vours until life ends." petite, Mischiev(ms smile and dancing feet. If, on rainy days, you feel blue, Have "Babe" to doctor you." I Q29 fg'avsarc:BWsa^g^v^j>7gi >. 99 ANNA DORIS ATGrSTA JOHNSON — — "Teashion" Sleep, sleep, sleep. How I love to sleep. Oh, yes, it may he ten or — Why it — She is Those who know her will tell you that she will argue for the sake of arguing any day in the week, and will not stop talking until the opposite side is so out of breath Did I that they cannot talk any longer. hear some one say that mail is in? I wonder how many letters I shall receive to.\nna never fails to get at least day? one and more often it is five or six. She enjoys spending her time wishing she were home, or elsewhere and marking off each dav fin the calendar. When she taught missed her very much. always willing to help when one and has been a loving friend in trouble and We classmate. wi.sh her success the highest type in her future years. One of her great failings is talkwhen there is someone around she simply cannot study. for the first nine weeks. is late? with is. ceases. ing, and as well as eat. all eiglit. am night when you are hard at work and hear someone coming down the hall laughing and talking, you had better lock your door, for when Anna arrives work Don't be mistaken "Deacon" can live up She teaches a Sunday her nickname. School class in Berwick and was quite a modest little teacher in the Kindergarten Berwick we if I Some to in care She is full of life and pep when awake. as happy-go-lucky as the day is long and nothing worries her no matter how serious Basketcan liandle the boy friend better. ball and swimming are her favorite sports. swim I is — likes to should her brown hair and brown eyes, wears that smile which we will never forget. Even though she does love to sleep and at every opportunity is doing so, she .\nna, "Deacon" like sports of all kinds says she wants to develop strong muscles so she She JONES Hisli School Plvnioutli. Fa. Whiz! Bang! What's let loose! Papers ink hooks slamming everywhere sphittering hut calm down, "Deacon" is The girls just hunting for a lesson plan. in the locker-room are quite use to "Deacon's" sudden outbursts. "Deacon" is very small but it is a good thing, for she loves to be everywhere at the same time, especially where there are "eats." It seems a gift of nature for some people to be forever eating and never grow. flving E. Plymouth Berwick Hisli Scluiol Berwick. I'ii. •neacmi" of llfrg>ClvJ>rgro»:hi>j^»QoA>g^)>2ri>g^»^A>^>>g?^i>g^JI 1^^^ f Hg I DORIS JONES R. FLORENCE GERTRUDE JONES Duryea High School DuBols High School Duryea, Pa. UuBois, Pa. "Flossy" ".Jonsie" "Who does not know Doris? Always smiling, always glad. Never hurrying, never sad." Doris is usually found with a crowd. For some unexplainable reason she is never seen alone. Her pleasing personality aids her make and keep many friends. "Some music, Doris we should like — to to dance." Doris is a very good pianist and never tires of playing for her friends. One never has to coax her. very studious, hut we sometimes she would not rather sleep than eat. Doris prefers sleeping to eating, especially at breakfast time. Doris is wonder if Another of her pastimes is dancing. She loves to dance and, of course, we all love to I dance with her. Wilkes-Barre seems an added attraction in dancing for to hold her. In basketball, one always dreads to be her opponent. It is hard to make a play when being guarded by "Jonsie." Doris Cabinet. but we is a member of the Y. W. Her duty is to play the find whenever she her is always needed. willing to C. A. piano, assist "Flossy" is one of tho.se girls whose friendship we all wish to hold. Her loving disposition and kindheartedness are Just a part of her charming personality. "Flossy" is an all-round good sport and pal. When you meet her you always want to know her better. Look at her and you know she is full of life and fun. When school opened this fall, "Flossy" was not seen around the campus. Why? She was in Berwick guiding the young Berwickians. The only weakness that "Flossy" had in Berwick was "chocolate cake." Florence is very fond of music, but makes her sentimental. "Flos.sy" is a real it We wonder why??? student and distributes her time properly in applying herself to her tasks. Her attitude toward her work, and her natural interest in the profession, make her an ideal teacher. She is Secretary of the Alpha Delta Zeta Sorority and the'v. W. C. A. Cabinet. The Dramatic Club also claims her as a member. We expect "Flossy" to go "smiling through," and in so doing she can be nothing but successful. Mc*;^ m5S12 OBITER ^ MURIEL WILLIAM JONES JONES P. Couglilin High School Wilkes-Barre. Pa. is a girl Scranton, Pa. "Shorty" Muriel Here Scranton High School "Bill- who everyone knows, get an idea of the energy, talent and versatality of tliis chap, one must be thoroughly acquainted with him. "Bill" has a certain amount of reserve mi.xed with a To And always is welcomed wherever she goes. Besides a true jial, slie is also a sport. And we wish her niudi luck as she sails from this ])ort. of humor which attracts him to all who know him. A staunch and loyal suplove Muriel has not changed since she came to Bloomsburg. As we met her two years ago, porter of the Senior class, thus they elected him their Treasurer. we still find her, a true and willing friend, always rushing from one place to another With her sunny disdoing a good turn. position and ready jokes she has made many friends who will never forget the old days at "Bloom." Besides being a prompt and enthusiastic rooter for all athletics, Muriel takes an active part in playing hockey, basketball and volleyball. It is here that we find "Bill's" interests are in his studies; he has no great desire for gridiron fame. His one desire is to be a real "Professor." Who knows but that some day he will be a prominent figure in education. "Bill" showed his talents as an actor when a candidate for the Freshmen play. He was elected as one of the characters and capably fitted his role. her but height somewhat of a disadvantage, doesn't hold her back when she gets it possession of the ball and dodges around her lanky opponents. In her first year, Muriel took an active interest in the Y. W. V. A., which developed into her appointment to the "Y" Cabinet. Here her loyal supi)ort and backing has been gratefully appreciated. Since Muriel possesses a beautiful alto voice she was welcomed into the Girls" Glee Club and the "Y" Quartet as a member during her two years When women are mentioned, "Bill" be- comes a man of mystery. Now whether he has "One and only one," we do not know. We hope that as you go out into this happiness great world of ours that luck, and success come your way. at "Bloom." Is it any wonder that Muriel has gained weight? Of course it is not due to the meals in the dining room, but to the feeds at 9:3(1 and to the numerous boxes that have entered her room. Since our little Welsh girl has chosen the Intermediate children to guide and influence, our hopes are for her success. at^^I^ ^JJ^ifiSsI'JE^oiCl-'^Ct'T^^^? 102 19 a ^d ^m w OBIXER >wi>:S^i>gcy>goA>g^)>^i>^»grl>g^»g^i>g^J 3, lil I I SOPHIE KASZEWSKI JULIA KELECHAW Blakely High School Nanticoke High School Peokville. Naiiticoke, Pa. 5 Pa. Sophie is one of the most versatile members of our class, taking part in all of the school work and enjoying all of it. In the fields of athletics she has achie\ed success in playing basketball and baseball. Oh, Jule's, of course, it's written with purple ink. Carter's ink gives her a touch of individuality. Sophie is our idea of perpetual motion, always making up some energy in ways distinctly her own. What an asset to Sophie veloped Whose notebook is this? Last year she was a blithe, frivolous, happy young person. This year she has deinto a serious, exact, thorough .\lthough we laughingly teacher. chide her for her attention to details, yet we know that it is hut an indication that whatever life may hold for her will be done faithfully and well. school are her eyes, they certainly help to make the pleasing personality that she possesses. Sophie has chosen the Primary field, and we know that she will be a success when out in the world. Sometimes she appears to be very quiet that is, the time she is thinking of what she is to teach the next day, after this mood passes she becomes one of the .jolly girls and tries bard to make every one about her happy. We never forget the many evenings with her while she sang for us the old ballads, snatches from operas, folk songs, and popular compositions. Her rep- we — shall s))ent ertoire is "Jule's" unlimited. interest lies not only in books and music but also in athletics and social activities. She plays a splendid game of As you step from our midst we wish you success and happiness in your future work. basketball, throws a baseball with sure aim, hikes like one of Gene Stratton Porter's heroines, and even roller skates to Danville upon occasions. During her first year she was a member Mixed Chorus and the CJirls' Chorus. During the second year she was on the Governing Board. of the i gg^l fe 19 2 S 7M^saJ1!Bvs^L>^a\^>g^aI^^ 103 i — F OBIXER — le>/v&^^g>^c>^^e•v<^^a^^.^^^?g(rt>^J^ar>>^.J^ TUT 1 9a9 3^ OBITER »gi^»^l>gi^y>Q:>A'S?^)iCr^>^»^l>g^>.^g?^l>g^J IP i / GRACE ELIZABETH KILLIAN "Who I r9 KIVLER Nanticoke, Pa. "Kivler" Elizabeth? What is she? our swains commend her. Holy, fair and wise is she; The heavens such grace did lend her. That she admired might be." That B. Nanticoke High .School Naiiticoke H\^\\ School Naiiticoke. Pa. is The of Nanticoke calls tliis smiling own. She is not a bit shy of the men and always has a good healthy smile all girl city its for a friend. She makes a visit up the river occasionand the purpose of this visit is not always to bring back eats. This young lady is always ready for fun. is likewise ready for work. Her motto i.s, "Plenty of work and play, enough of each to make the other appreciated." She has many friends in spite of the fact that she is quiet. We all like her. She is pleasant and kind to everyone. Elizabeth is never satisfied until she has done her best in her studies. We are quite sure that, as a teacher, Elizabeth will he a huge success. ally, She Can "Kivler" act? You should have seen the Junior play. "Kivler" is one of those happy-go-lucky girls who is always in a good time. But in spite of all her times, she ranks high scholastically. She also took part activities of this in the school. for good extra-curricular Some of the at- tainments which she reached during her two years here may be listed as: Dramatic Club, Dramatic Fraternity, Secretary of Our best wishes go with you towards the top of the ladder you have chosen to climb. Dining Room Club, ^'ice I'resident of the Nanticoke Club, Secretary of the Y. W. C. A. Cabinet, member of .\lpha Delta Sorority, Vice President of Freshman Class of "29. Here's wishing you success, "Kivler," your chosen profession. .11^ 19 2 9 5^I55Pli5Jrvj3.s;r)5CPI5^i 105 in ^?^D'w:^a^2a|^ ^ OBITER ag^l L^J5«i'i2vCv5>fl-»^w^y5^'i2^(«^rlcC<^J5^ri^ou5^ SGI m MARGARET KLEBACK LENORE W. KOCHER Taylor High School Plvmoutli High School Plymouth. Pa. Taylor, Pa. "Peg" \ liig wavy hair, welcome smile She is one of those studious that hailed from Taylor High School brown — that's jiirls eyes, "Peg." two years ago. "Peg"' has chosen the Intermediate Group are all sure that she as her vocation. which slie has is capable of the work in She has done her practice undertaken. teaching in Berwick and has been very We successful in this line. as she is often called, is a quiet girl who believes in the motto: "Work before pleasure." She likes her good times, but when it comes to work she is there on Did you ever see her go to class time. Well, I guess not. That's You will always the type of a girl she is. find her willing to do all that is possible for the good of the others. Best of luck times, Margaret. the Lenore is very studious and appears to be very quiet. We soon changed our minds about her being quiet after we once knew Her blue eyes take life, church, state, her. school and affairs of the heart most seriReally, on these subjects, she would ously. argue and discuss until well ask Jimmie. — and wishes to you at all "She has a will, she has a way, AVe know success will come to 'Peg'." — Well we does she like to do? should say dance, dance some more and dance again. That seems to be her hobby and we must say she rides it well. What Margaret, unprepared? song ye sing and the smile ye wear. That's a-making the sunshine everywhere." "It's She has chosen teaching in the Primary grades for her life work. Because of her personality, she has many friends and the children are very fond of her. It is doubtful whether Lenore will follow the teachWe wish ing profession for very long. her the best of luck in whatever she decides to do. " ai ivr<-'^>:2>iy?^»Q->A'?g^)>a^i>^i>^i>3^>>g^i3g^j| TU^. OBITER !^ 1 ,^ SARAH LILLIAN KRAUSS MARTHA ANNA LAIRD Bloomsburs High School Picture Rocks High .Seliool Picture Rocks. Pa. ".Marts" Bloonisbiirg, Pa. "Sally" .Martha has been with us four years, and you don't know her 1 She should advise you to get acquainted. is a jolly, good-natured, black-haired lassie. Here she is! If who know her. Sarah is so fond of candy that her father decided to keep a store in order to supply her with Now the whole "dorm" all that she needs. If you Sarah is studious. profits by it. would like to know how to study just come around and .she will teach you whenever But don't you she has the spare time. worry, Sarah doesn't study all of the time, because she is too fond of dancing and devotes some of her time to it. we consider ourselves very student, energy. l)eloved by all Her motto never i.s. "Be sincere; she As has a ability friend, she lucky. .\s a and is untiring sincere and Regardless of what you want done a committee meeting, help with a difficult lesson, or anything else just ask Martha and she'll do it. She is also very active in extra-curricular affairs, and has helped with many of the worth-while things that have taken place during her four years here. We find her (at one time or another) in the .Science Club, Y. \V. C. .\.. Phi Lambda. Clothing Club, Debating Club. Campfire Girls. Student Council, and a member of the Maroon and Gold Staff. If Martha is behind an idea we know it will go through. She has specialized in English, Latin and Social Studies. However, her interests are not confined to academic subjects, for she possesses one of those much coveted athletic letters earned in her second year at college. We know from Martha's abilities, leadership, qualities and ambitions that her fusympathetic. — — , work hard; fail." ".\ smiling lady, AVho never frets or frowns, AVho meets with song and laughter All of life's ups and downs. ture is a bright one. .\nd we are sure in [iromising tiiat in the future our college will view her work with pride, remembering that she received her training and is an .\lumni of B. S. T. C. ^^1 1 92Q |>;aazgav^:0^^ga^>4i^g4rwsflr^gsv:sa^?4>^^^j^T^^ 107 ^ OBITER 1£ MARY ALICE LAIRD ELEANOR LAPINSKI Picture Rocks High School Picture Rocivs, Pa. Hazle Township High School Hazleton, Pa. "Small of stature. Great of mind; Always Down from the forsaken town of West Hazleton, About two hours ride from Bloomsburg, As is counted by the students here. Came a shy miss of eighteen years. To further her knowledge at Bloomsburg pleasant. Gentle and kind." Mary is one of the members of the Junior High School course who returned to us of this the class of "28," College. year for her B.S. A friend in need is Eleanor indeed. When in trouble, she is a bubble of sympathy. Your troubles of woe and sorrow are listened to by this wonderful friend, Eleanor. degree. She is one of the best members of her class, as she has been on the Honor Roll ever since she entered B. S. T. C. Mary is also an active member of several extra curricular activities. She is President of the Phi Lambda Nature Fraternity, as well as the Nature Study Club. She is one of the Literarv Editors of the Maroon and Gold. She is coming down the But she hall, not so very tall. She has a pleasant grin, But she is not so very slim. Light brown hair witli a curly twist. Medium blue eyes that you can't resist. She has majored in Science, Latin, and Social Studies. know Mary will be a success as a teacher because she is successful in everything she undertakes. She is a true friend to everyone. Nothing is ever too much for Mary to do for her friends. She will help you to the limit. She is a wonderful girl and a true good sport, so here's luck and success to our friend. We is She certainly enjoyed being a member of the Y. following activities: W. C. A., Camp Fire Girls, Current Events Club. rl'^csJ'^5^'ii^-r5cto2sXJ5^ 108 iQ a 9 I — — ; ^^ OBIXER r l^^ti i MARTHA ELIZABETH LAUBACH MIRIAM LAWSON Berwick HiRli Scliool Bloonishurg Hisli School Blooinshurs. Pit. "Mini" Berwirk. Pa. ••I.ih" Miriam is one of the fortunate winners of the B.S. degree this spring. Ask about it and she will tell you of the tnmbles it takes to get one. She is loved by her friends and respected by her acquaintances for just that same perseverance against odds. Her work has not kejit her from enjoying many of the social occasions of the school. She was a faithful and consistent booster of the Team. She is one of the most active members of know "Lib," as she is generally seen in the library, workinfr very wouldn't like to mention what she hard. I does most of the time, but I think you will agree with me that she is quite studious at You probably all times. Her AVe all chief ambition is to be a star dancer. hope she will be successful. "I,ib" graduated from Berwick High with the class of '27 and the following year she entered B. S. T. C. She is taking the Rural Course, in which she seems very much enthused. During her Freshman Year, "Lib" was the One a And member of the Camjifire Girls' Club. Sports also attracted her. She took up hockey, volleyball, baseball and hiking. One all Upon whom beams the shining sun; a quiet humor dear Whose gentle satire you needn't fear; wish you the best of success and "When .'\fter When She has a bit of sunshine hits ye, passing of a cloud. a bit of laughter gits ye, She laughs and works and plays and gives. But best of all, she truly lives Life of true and honest de?d.s Of lovelv character I lie seeds.'" An' yer spine is feelin" proud. Don't forget to up and fling it At A a soul that's feelin' blue. For the minit that ye sling It's a boomerang to you." girl with face so sweet. of the kind you like to meet when you do, you want to be of her closest friends. You see She is a Comrade truly rare Who.se deeds and thoughts are always fair; She is a friend to everyone This year she is a member of the Rural Life Club and the Locker Room Gang. We Geographic Society. "A wholesome it, f. 7^1 ^m 1 9aQ |ksg.rj^vsLa>^?av^>a?g3&^saj zr^y^Ji dignified demeanor tliat makes one but what realize that she doesn't say much, Those who know her, she says she means. know her remarks to be terse and to the D Y O R ([uiet That's Charlotte!! Because of her ability she was chosen by the Y. W. C. A. as one of their most acLast year she was selected tive members. to journey to Eaples Mere as one of their This year she has been a re|iresentatives. devotional leader and served on the "Y" Cabinet. Fannie is Recording Secretary of the Alpha Delta Sorority and has also i)rovcn to be one of their active members. I of In addition to this, Fannie is very fond She has participated in basathletics. ketball cess in tivities. so it has record. made Fannie a her school work and in We are sure that as will always times. Charlotte sucother ac- life trails poinp on, making her decisions quickly and never faltering at the crossroads. Here's wishing you success and happiness in all of your undertakings. on many living up to her last year's are proud to say "she is beautiful," but not dumb, for Charlotte is a twoAlways generous and glad point student. to help a fellow-student over difficulties, which seem so easy after she has explained We all know that, as a teacher, them. Charlotte touches shoulders with the ideal. and hockey. Determination efined ignified ou'll love her That Charlotte roomed alone last year. does not signify that she was alone. Never! The room was small, but every last admirer managed to fit in somehow. -\t times one wished wall-hooks were available. Charlotte was not here long before variI'lie Draous organizations claimed her. matic Club gained a clever new member. As .Milton, Charlotte took ]iart in the Current Literature Club jirogram in el. She is a member and President of the Tau Charlotte ])lays the Phi Epsilon Sorority. ))iano exceptionally well, as she has proven ])oint. I ovahle utstanding find Fannie She is is We brilliant, tactful and lovable. for Charlotte's power over the opcome hither nose, posite sex tiivtilled iirown eye.s, and a humorous smile. Doesn't that suggest .something? Yes, she has "it." As — That's our Charlotte! 19 2 9 >^J5iri>cv;3cpr>^Ci:?iVJ-T>^jiX^i;^l>;:i.j>^i 111 d2S ^a. ^ OBITER E^a DOROTHY ALVERNA LORD VALENTINA LUBINSKI Mt. Cariiiel Hisli School Mt. Carmel. Pa. "Dot" "Lordie" Nanticoke High School Nantieoke. Pa. •Val" "Vt" The keynote to "Dottie"s" personality is one word modern. The late.st .song.s, newest dances and httest whims of Dame Fashion are hers. She has blue eyes, blonde hair. There's never a worry, never a care; A girl who's a pal to everyone. — There's never a task, she leaves undone, She is willing to hel]i most anyone. Honesty is her policy in work and play. And she will be sure to pave her way. If you can picture to yourself a jolly, rollicking, carefree girl, with a companionable disposition, you have "Dot." Wasn't it she who entertained the whole class and was in the "Vi" has won favor among the girls because of her pleasing ])ersonality and kindness. She is very studious and never goes to class with her lessons unprepared. center of laughter? She loves excitement and took part in many activities of school life. "Dot" was an active memher of the Glee and Baton Clubs and was also one of the members of the basketball team who heljied win so many games. "Dot" could be serious too. No doubt it w-as this quality that helped her become one of the best teachers this year. While in Berwick, "Dot" was President of the Student Government and had the position of "Vi" also likes a good time now and then. After her lessons are completed she makes' good use of the recreation period. If she has any eats we are always invited and we all get an equal share. "Vi" has chosen the two-year course in Primary work as preparation for her teach- We know she will be successbecause of the interest she has always shown. ing career. saying "lights out." ful We were always sure of one thing, that "Dot" was taken from our midst, her absence would leave a vivid impression that "Vi" took an active |)art in the V. W. Xanticoke Club and First .\id Club. She sure has chosen wisely because they have proven beneficial to her. As for the First Aid Club we're sure it taught her to fi.\ up all the bumps and bruises of her if could never be C. A., filled. May happiness be yours always, "Dot," and success be ever with vou. little ac^^lJEgg^z^ 1i school friends. iTJC<4rK^'^»5C[o>^>J>Cin^5^^? 112 iQ a 9 ^^CJ re^ i>^j>:h^>gv.y>Q->i>g^)>2ri>ev»i;ri>g^»g^i>g^j OBIXER 1^^' U I I DORIS LUCE HELEN High School Meshoppen, Pa. Me^hoppeii o Helen ft. one of those sweet, loving, and helpful girls, beloved and admired by a large circle of friends. She has taken an 2. — Blonde. Eyes?— -lirinvn and Pretty? — Unini, look Hair? Oh. dear! me? iniiuisitive. Did anyone bring a letter Doris from Meshoppen. up Last year of the school activities. r classmates. she came to B. S. T. C. a quiet, unassuming lass. met her. loved her. and accejited her as a friend worth knowing. After knowing her we found that wit. pep and humor were strong characteristics in her general make-up. Where there are eats. Doris may he found, and how that girl can make fudge. All residents of .losephinc Dormitory recognize her as chajiipion fudge We -Annmg those hobbies of iicrs. she t n joys eating best of all. This, however, is nothing new. for who doesn't like to eat in the dormitory? Helen is a member of the Baton Club and the Girls" Chorus. From what we have seen and heard we know that Helen is very much interested in music. She has a ukulele and she certainly does keep it going. maker. is an active member in the First Club and excels in hockey and basketl)all. She is studious and believes that work comes before play, which accounts for the fact that she was so often found writing brilliant e.s.says during study hour. Yes. Doris, the class of "29 wish you the best of luck in teaching. Your sweet disposition assures us our wish, but how long will you teach? .She We wish you the best luck an{l happiness that this wide world can offer y(ui. -\id 19 2 all Helen came to us from Lock Haven and we have found her to be a very interesting little miss. She is a good natured girl. The way she portrays this is by the pleasant manner with which she greets all of her Doris" day ne\'er does begin hail.s is active part in at her picture. until that letter arrives. It seems to be her .sole incentive for a day of hard work. for .McCORMAC .Xrehbald, Pa. "Uaf Tall?— Well, F. .\rfl'-iiv^^'5rX'^2v(^^rA<-C^lJ5^rJ^5XU^^ V. McENEAMY MARY McENEAXY Saint Basil's High School Saint Basil's High School Dusliore, Pa. Dushore, Pa. "Kay" Mary Did you hear that jolly laugh? Just follow it up and you will find "Kay" makinfr someone feel that "today is the tomorrow they worried about yesterday and hasn"t happened yet." school to be and "Kay." She's always full of pep. always spirit — quiet smile, better acquainted with her, then you are apt to change your mind. At least she can help out with the noise on third floor when occasion demands. Hockey is one of Mary's weaknesses. She hard for this sport, having played on two teams during her Senior year. ready fell Mary wouldn't is Irish and proud of it. We surprised if she started to wear a little green shamrock for loyalty's sake. We would like to add one leaf to your shamrock, Mary, and with it luck O. K. can be heard frequently echoing through the "Dorm" halls, on the tennis court or hockey field, and even in the dining room on occasion. "Kay's" attitude toward life is optimistic. She plays and works hard. Her cheerful lively mind and should With her twinkling eyes and She has a passion for red, which is very becoming with her blue eyes and black hair. "By red you shall know her." smile and She believes that tonic for the Mary is a welcome addition to any group. You would think she is quiet until you get with a live Being a typical American girl, she does not confine herself to .study alone. She is always a good sport and athletics claim her as a lover and participant. She was captain of her hockey team, starring as center. If you want a good partner for call always merry. Mary comes to us from Saint Basil's High School, Dushore. She tells us that Dushore is quite some place, though we have been unable to get any reliable information as to its size. wire. tennis, a be taken regularly and calmly though, like medicine, it is a pill to take sometimes. We is is is all In the fine art of laughing, "Kay" reigns love to hear her because her supreme. laugh is so contagious. Catherine also allows her melodious voice to be heard in What would the chorus the Girls" Chorus. do without her? To be with "Kay" I^m be for the rest of vour life. make her welcome everywhere. She has a We know will, she has a way; success will come to "Kav." fei^l|gasgaya^«-<^Bg'«fc<^e-g^tt-^etMej,ivir5Ae^ 114 | 1 mi 9 a Q J^^ OBIXER T^. ^ 1 ig MARGARET MARY COLLISTER McGRADY Plains Memorial Hisli School Plains. Pa. •Mac" "Blue eyes, red not judge "Peg" by her face. You will admit she looks exceptionally angelic, but, "Oh, my Look again." Don't you see the something there that you missed the first time. Looks, yes, indeed, are deceiv- flashing smile, full of fun. girl who is a pal to everyone." ! A sweet, shy lassie and the possessor of red hair, heautiful pearly white teeth and This is "Mac's" donaa sunny disposition. tion to" B. S. T. C. ing. She is quite a singer, and often entertains fourth floor with one of her concerts. She feel blue, just call on "Mac" She is and she will cheer you up. a real student and distributes her time properly among her studies. She is seen in the library busily engaged in seeking maWe know, by terial for her lesson plans. her records and observations, that she has progressed wonderfully in her practice Her attitude toward her classteaching. work and her ways all add to her success as a teacher. If McHALE Do hair. Ne'er a worry, ne'er a care. A A J. Dickson City High .Scliool Dickson City, Pa. "Peg- you ever is always around when there's mischief and takes a leading part in it. "Peg" is a true friend and a real pal. School would be a dull place, indeed, withto be done, out the cheery girl as our pal. "Peg" is a member of the Dramatic Club. She is also Recording Secretary of the Tau Phi Epsilon Sorority. She enjoys is always ready for a good time and all "Peg" kinds of fun. the perseverance to attain a successful career and she has the well wishes of all her friends. The friendships she has formed here and favors that she obliged us by little doing have increased our love for her. .Judging from her application to her studies here, we hope to hear of "Mac" well on the road to success in the near future. the has i I fe fg^l 19 a Q y^jyj>t^f:y-Ty^^t^rj0in\'\ 115 >:sa^g^'wxflj^E|^S7 5 ! OBITER LvJ5«i'cs.(^^:>rl'^^v^^-5rr'i^v(v.5rlCt-J!yiOSsX-J^I 116 19 a & ! OBITER ^ % IJ MARY V. MILDRED MANBECK MALONEY Bloomsburs Higli School Bloomshurs. Pa. Dirksoii City High School Dickson f'ity. Pa. "Dick" .\nd Blue eyes, wavy hair. Never a worry, never a care; Dancing Dimples your heart being her pleasing personality. is won. Mildred's leisure time finds her holding lengthy conversations with the North Hall boys, but we hear that another comes first. "Dick" is a member of the Dramatic Club and the Vice President of the Tau She is an earnest Phi Epsilon Sorority. worker and always puts work ahead of fun. We heard lectures about and about the lack of it. Mildred always gave her time and attention to every activity that was connected Whenever it was possible with the school. for her to do so, Mildred attended all of "school "Dick" is one of the snappiest, jolliest, all-around sports you ever saw. She likes to do most everything and can do it too. "Dick's" favorite pastime is dancing and she sure can dance. It's the spirit that you put in your work That makes your friendship worthwhile. — to have lost often spirit" We all wish you success in your teaching and hope that some da> you will attain your greatest amliition. look at "Dick's" jiicture aren't you thinking, "Sweet, shy. modest and reYes, we did, until we knew her tiring?" Oh, she's all those until something better. comes up with which she does not agree and then "Dick" has the floor At present, "Dick's" affections are vided between State and Lafayette. have the games. As you seems is a large circle of friends, the reason for this feet, full of fun. flash, one comes from Hloomsburg. one of those girls who can claim this Mildred diSlie her weakness for candy, of late. "Dick" is very ambitious toward tlie teaching profession but we are sure there isn't any danger of her ever becoming an "old maid" sc'luxt! teacher. &^ 19 2 9 5^-K?2ri[>^J3^1>^l5fi^4 117 >:sa^g^v^^a^^]^^)t;j . OBITER 3^ [^^E3^3 EMILY MARONEY CLAIRE MARTIN Berwick Hisli School .Jermyn High Claire When you want a quick worker who will respond at once, whether it he for basketball practice or anything else call on Emily. Her cheerful manner and sympathetic smiles are like sunshine on dark days. Emily is one of those who are untiring in their efforts and unflagging Do you of wit and humor? Then we know you will like our Claire. She enters everything with lots of pe)) and is always ready for a good time. Would you like to see Claire display some of lier pe])? Just mention eats. Immediately you will see her running from one end of Waller hali to the other in order to find them. .\nother instance where she displays pej) is in the gym. What doing? Why dancing in their aid in the accomplishment of a righteous end. That's the kind of a girl we zeal .Scliool Jermyn, Pa. Mimiiiville. Pa. to all love. She is one of our commuters and a member of the Locker Room Gang. She has taken part in many school activities and is a very earnest worker. Whenever you need any help in your work just ask Emily and she will be right there to help you in all that like jilenty the latest steps, of course. Just by her sweet smile and attractiveness can you wonder that she has been leading one man after another in a wild chase. And by the way, she intends to keep uj) the chase until a millionaire steps in. here's hoping you succeed, Claire. Ob, yes, she can be serious even though it takes quite an effort at times. you need. Even though she is a commuter she never comes into class late. "Punctual," she certainly does know what that word signifies. That is more than some of us right here at the college know. She has shown us how to be a real student and we know she will be a great success in the teaching profession. How long she will be in this profession we don't know, but we have our suspicions that it may not be very long. Emily has chosen the Primary Group, and we know that she will make a successful Whatever path of life you may pursue, we hope that your voyage will be long, happy and successful. teacher. If at any time you are stricken with a severe ca.se of blues, look for Claire she'll banish them. — C'-SS3^^>^riiCf'J5^'TffvrJ5^ir&J'^C(oi^-^'CKTi«CJ5^ 118 19 a 9 a MARTZ GEORGE K. LUCILLE Berwick High School Berwick, Pa. We "Cile" is a classmate witli many and As for scholarship, she varied abilities. fives great credit to her high school .\lni:i Mater; her skill in handling a full-sized piano, as well as a full-sized man (at times) acquiring beyond all is of — North Hall was complete without him. Did ever hear him sing "Red Hot Henry Urownr" It's a real song ask him to viui sometimes She has an- is sing other trait it.self — call it. believe, "Every day make someone happy When "Ex" Karely do we find a fellow with a variety of talents such as "Ex" pos.sesses good tenor voice, a clever speaker, a winning personality, and a capacity for leader>hi]). .\ll these bring to "Ex" a popularity among the students. No Hull session at comprehension. which not infrequently asserts absentmindedness, we are forced to their life is, by a song, a .joke or a laugh." is around the blues are gone. Lucille's ability these talents know that In Math "X" is an unquantity, hut "Ex" in humanology "Ex's" jthilosophy a well known person. all known has also reached no mean degree of excelAnd then her tennis has developed lency. far beyond the beginner's stage. .lust ask anyone to whom she serves those aces. Last year Mu Phi Sigma noticed all these qualities and claimed her as a member. For .some of her chums, .MATHEWS Sugar Notcli, Pa. "Ex" "Cile" in A. Hanover Township Hish School — it. The class of 1927 voted solid for him as That year ?'ditor-in-Chief of the Obiter. "Ex" worked like a Trojan, for between football. Manager of basketball. Director of the minstrel and Editor, he had his hands full, hut those talents of his pulled him til the top. The periods occur, we are led to when her thoughts are preoccupied with the whereabouts of an auburn-haired .-Mthough she sometimes displays person. unmistakable signs of a certain proncnes> to anger, "Cile" good-naturedly accepts perhaps a little more than her share of the razzing with which she is confronted. But such is the fate of any maiden with a particular friend of the opposite sex in H. S. T. C, the school where men form such a pojmlar minority. was no wonder then that "Ex," havdecided to come back for a degree, shunned any office; but the students would not jiermit him to rest they immediately elected him as President of the CommuIt ing — Government Association. During his stay here "E.\" has been; nity .Manager of Basketball, '27; Editor of Obiter, '27; Tackle on Football Team, '27; President Omega Chi, "27; President Com- I nmnitv Government, t r:^ 19 2 9 >:^x?iri>cvj>iri:N3Ji5^i'! 11') "28. 'i^^v^i>:^^>i? CKaiS) — OBITER MARY E. Igr^S^fr-^c^Me^^a^a^^&otJPWj^gafltg^ MILDRED MATTHEWS MATTAVI Berwick Higli Frcelaiul High School — "Tavv" She She isn't t.ill, slif isn't I.uck seems to always be with her spendThis is nice for ing every night at home. short. Mildred isn't thin or fat; She's just ahout half-way hetween. And a .jolly pood sport at that. "Tavv" teaching profession as the field of her endeavors. This is sufficient to prove to us tliat "Tavv" has lots of amhition, for very few girls select this work. "The Dorm" girls, know her as well as Where is Mildred? — mischief. Enumerating a few of her virtues, she a good dancer, good dresser, and where some fall sadly short a good student. Whether she will go into school teaching or matrimony we do not know but whichever it is we wish her the verv best of is time. "Tavv" likes athletics and her main hobby is basketball. Another of her hobbies is putting combs in her hair. She was also an active member of the Girls" Chorus. AVe hope that "Tavy's"" ambition as a — — — luck. As the scenes of youth become treasured will value Mildred"s friendship recall her true worth. memories we teacher will last a long time, but we are afraid not, knowing as much as we do about her popularity with the opposite sex. heartiest on We remember Mildred in various pose.s dashing here, dashing there she always seems busy. She is a quiet girl, but yet behind that expression is a huge store of This young lady with the smiling countenance is known to have a loving and gentle disposition. She is inclined to be quite studious. She is one of the best sports in the class and is always ready for a good we extend hard Where is Grace? Find one and you will simultaneously have the other. Mildred and Grace work in the library every afternoon until about five o'clock. They say they must get their reference work finished. hails "Tavy,"" but as they do not get to they would choose. from the coal regions. She entered Bloonishurg State Teachers" College in the year of '27. She has chosen the To .Seliool Berwick. Pa. Freehind. Pa. as we wishes for her success. I rfr^<:Tvi!>rClJ^QTS^^J?^ 120 19 a OBITER aris522 iWg<2^1>J^T>Q^A'>^»lrl>g-'»^i>^»g''l>g^JI ii ^ CHARLOTTE E. E. MEIXELL BloomslMirg High School GENEVIEVE MEARS Bloom^hiirg High School Bhtonishurs. I'a. Kspv, Pa. •Iu Phi Sigma Sorority and also the Dramatic Fraternity. We will not forget the gossip in "Apple Sauce." reference work in ganization of Education "l)h, room opens at the last minute before class you may be sure it is If the class History and OrPennsylvania." in Genevieve may be one of the small and quiet members of our class, but not one to achieve insignificant result.s, for she has successfully crossed the goal line in four years of teaching experience. Charlotte, because she has j)robably been talking to .someone. Her reputation is that she can carry on a good conversation. We are sure that we have found a true, trustworthy friend in Charlotte, and we wish her success in anything she undertakes Our Yours in life. best is the wishes We .\nierica you, "Gen." of starting the children the highway of education. on are confident phant beginning. of with go work theirs will be a trium- g3iv^&a;>2aii^^ 121 OBITER i'J5^'^cv<-!>ri'-»ivC)(^'^^ £^ssia a MINNIE MAE MELICK MARY CAROLYN MELAN Bloomsburg High Cougliliii Hisli School ilke-.-Harre, Pa. M "Minn" "AlKl.V" Who the tall girl who acts as though she had all day to get to class and walks so .sedately? Why that is Minnie. Looks are deceiving because we notice she works hard in the library and always lias her work done on time. Eyes lit' Idue, Heart so true, Mary, dear, thafs you! came to us with the here in our Freshman of tliose good-natured anything for a friend. .\s a result of her fine personality and sacrifice she has many friends whose companionship has made her life enjoyable. This young lady proup that entered year. She is one girls who would do We success. Now don't get the impression that .MinShe is nie never eats; we know she does. always telling us about the parties she attends and how good the eats are. Several times we heard about the delightful lunches served in Miss Kline's suite. Just think, they had two salads served at the .same and take notice. She is a real student and distributes her time properly in applying herself to her work. She is very often seen in the library busily engaged in selecting material for the following day's classes. meal, too. Our had some experiteaching, but she had such a liking for CJeography and Social Studies that she l\as come back to major in those subjects, in order to be a more efficient teacher. She is one of our shining lights in those subjects and we heartily congratulate her on her pluck. Her pupils should certainly understand Social Studies with the geographical background she is able to give them. She proved to be an all-around good sport baseball and volleyball. She has been an active member of the First Aid Club ence in Girls' Chorus. Our love for her has been increased, if that be possible, by the little favors she obliged us by doing. "When you go We is are afraid she will lose her good health because she has only eaten one meal a day for some time. So far she .shows no ill effects from her dieting, so we wish her Like all girls, she enjoys playing tricks on her schoolmates and it was the cleverness of these pranks that made us sit up and the .School Bloomsburg. Pa. out without your umbrella. hope that you get caught in a rain friend, Minnie, has in Minnie is an active member of the CurEvents Club and has participated in Local History and Geography Clubs. of success." rent ^^I^ zx^jz^i c^>^o::^nc^:xJ'^ini^^j^j 122 19 a 9 l5CVGk:piXrt.J>2hl">^»Srl>^»^lTCJ^»>2?^i>5^J TERESA MERRICK NITA M. MIDDLESWORTH Plains High Scliool Hartley Townsliip Hif;h School Laurelton, Pa. "Micldlesworth" Plains, Pa. "Tess" The door opens silently and who enters No doubt the first the room but "Tess." impression you would get of Teresa is that is However, this was to be expected, good natured and always willing is Nita jHiiiils. tain .she truly a loyal and conscientious always willing to help whenever needed, but do not think that Nita is shy or extremely quiet for she is not afraid to She does, however, believe in silent laugh. approval and through it we believe she gets her full measure of happiness. Nita been a credit to our in her As for her favorite expression, "Oh, class fu- best of success to vou, Teresa. 19 a 9 is re])eated Because of Nita's excellent qualities we she is sure to be an ideal teacher. know £^ My most frequently during Perhaps she has had a a conversation. disappointment at some time or other, who knows? Heart," ture. The is student, for eating is a specialty with her. "Tess" takes a great interest in her jjrimary children. She is a diligent teacher and is seldom seen around the campus without an armful of books. Although "Tess" is a busy girl, she has found time to take an active part in the Children's Literature Club. has in Whenever volleyball, baseball or tennis are mentioned, Nita is at band to engage She finds volleyball in these activities. very interesting and many times scored a large number of jiolnts for her team by her excellent playing. as she to lielp Speaking of hobbies, just give "Tess" a good book and she is satisfied. At night "feeds," "Tess" is always ready to make things Jolly, and well she might, Teresa and finds great teaching many songs to her With this great gift we are cerwill be a great success. a lover of music is jileasure others. and we have great confidence ^ Speaking of B. S. T. C. students we must not forget Nita, a girl of a sunny disposition, just the type of student whom one likes to meet and call "friend." one of those quiet girls, but looks sometimes deceiving and this is one Like most women she will of those times. talk even if she has much competition. "Tess" came to us from Plains and upcvj^^i>^i>aoi 123 — w^ OBIXER |gr^S^fl'yg»^e^vgc^^Bv^«»wg^SggM I k BETTY MILLER LOTTIE M. MILLER Danville High School Weatherly High School Weatherly. Pa. Danville. Pa. Betty No one need Lottie she has personality. all know that her winning smile and cheerful manner has won her numerous friends from hoth sexes. a.sk if lirnwn eyes and dark curly hair. We She ing. ^S^ She can yim, hut laughter familiar a great lover of music and dancThe girls in -161 who saw her Misis Mud Hops only wish everyone could have shared our view. Whenever there is a dance at scliool she has to send about sissippi That's cheerful and industrious. be serious, as her picture will tell usually she keeps us in a gale of with her ready wit. Lottie's most nearly expression is, "Well, I She Lottie. is passed out." She is always careful to put work before She enjoys dancing and reading. invitations to those Danville fellows not all for herself, of course, because she is too generous and accommodating for that. I.ottie Music, art and handwriting seem to be her greatest pastime. They, being co-operative subjects, imply why she is such a genius in them, especially the latter two. Champion Hockey Team. She has earned hoth her numerals and her "B," and con- six She indeed is atliletic — very ! pleasure. is also interested in athletics, chiefly basketball, in which she stars as a guard. Last year she was a member of the Junior sequently Ask her in Seniitr gym how she did those exercises. Hiking at Berwick and basketball at Bloomsburg were the activities in which she excelled. classmates Betty's worries are few and when others are trying to study .she is most highly delighted tain if both words of explaining tune. member of the "B"' Club. vivacious ])ersonality has won her of true friends, who extend their wishes for her success and happiness in the future. Her .song, This is one way why she is an ideal roommate. The meal most enjoyed by her was breakfast, because it w-as the one of which she had the and a teadier. she can, in the meantime, enter- them with an original is Lottie has chosen the Primary group as her field of work and has been successBecause of ful in her student teaching. her natural love of children, and her ability to direct their work, we prophesy that Lottie is going to be a very capable Primary a host least. She T. C. is a very popular student at B. and we are sure that she wil! S. always continue to be. a;^^a^ggaig^ ir^e^d^ 124 19 2 9 w '^m l5C^J>:r'i>5t*»>C^l'>^)>2rl>^>>^lV^'>>Q^i35^J I BERNARD E. MOHAN Con.vngham ToHiisliip High School Aristes. Pii. "Beinle" of As our memory drifts liack 1927 we see a young man to the fall cominfi into and bashful: He is very shy hut it does not take long to find his way around. His ])leasant disposition wins him He seems a liost of friends at B. S. T. C. quiet hut then wait until you become better acquainted with him. our midst. "Bernie" i.s very studious, but he says that he about pets started when the lights go out. It's too bad, "Bernie," but "cheer up," you have lots of company. He is specializing in Intermediate work and we know that he will make a success of it. He is very serious in his work and we feel sure that he will make a very capable teacher. "Bernie" is always ready for a good time. a dance, party or smoker. He never misses He finds time to participate in other ac- and especially loves baseball. He capable young basel)all catcher with a tivities is a good future. We I and wish him heaps of fame and success, also health, wealth and happiness. OBITER E^ ! OBITER |g|^y^g*g/c>^^c&/v^^g^er^^f^:^'VV>>:r.i>gV^>>Q^l>g^)>2rl>g^>>^l>3^>>g^i>g^J Ea m% ^ i I HENRY C. MORGAN KATHRYN Xantiroke High School Nantlcoke, I'a. "Hionle" I sends to our scliool of students. "Hienie" N'linticoke (Iclifration We a is larpe School Flaming hair, dimples round. Great big shining eyes of brown. one of She's not too short, she's not too She's Just a girl %vell liked by all. met "Hienie" on tlie football although he is small, he stuck to the game and gave the Varsity plenty of trouble in the scrimmages. Next came basketball and "Hienie" was there again. He ))roved to us that short fellows may be good liasketball players also. Xext in sports comes baseball and here again we find our "Hienie." He pitched a numl)er of games, including a twelve inning game in which we beat Mansfield, 6 to 5. "Hienie" is a letter-man in both basketball and baseball. The Omega Chi Fraternity and the Xanticoke Club count him as one of their most active members. With all of this outside activity "Hienie" also has first and, tall. Whenever you hear "\Vhoo])ie" you can be sure that Kathryn is around. When we meet her, the first thing we notice is her sweet disposition. She has a .jolly laugh for all she meets, and as a result she has many friends. "Mort" has chosen Primary work, .hidging from her interest in a certain young jierson in Berwick, we know she will be a failure as a Primary teacher. not Kathryn is a very industrious girl. She never gives up until she has done her best. It a creditable scholastic standing. is this quality of hers that will insure .success. He is always in need of sleep, but he has his pleasant smile and we must not forget his curly hair. "Hienie" seems to have no special attraction in the school, although he is a good dancer. Still we think he has some attraction in Lee Park, bclause every time that he gets a chance he "bums" the highway up the river. "Mort" showed a great liking for athshe served on both the basketball and hockey teams. Whenever there was cheering, Kathryn was one of the leaders. also i MORTON Lake Ariel, Pa. "Mort" the outstanding. field E. Dunmore High letics; May the best of success be yours, ryn, in all of your undertakings. Kath- We know will the that "Hienie"s" smile and ways honorable place for him in teaching profession, so here's wishing win you good an luck, "Hienie." i LS^ 19 a 9 >^#>SPl">^v;>^Tvar,i'; 127 >:sfl^g^^^^^^j^^ ^ OBITER |gi^S^e'-^c>gl)iiis Berwifk, Pa. — Genenius, kind, true these three words Mary Frances, one of our BerEvery morning: and afternoon wick girls. a new green Ford can be seen on the road from Berwick to Bloomsburg. If you hiok closely, you will see that Mary Frances is driving it. She always has someone with her. Xo matter where you want to go, just tell her and she will take you there. She is not only generous with her car but also in sharing her lunch (if you should leave yours in the bus), and in leaving you wear Here she to enter into ! Look several times, for her — Oh what a sport she is. If she does not earn her "B," it will not be because she has not worked for it. No she hikes whether it rains or shines. And as for tennis, she say.s, "What difference does it make who wins? Someone has to." Perhaps it is a good thing she feels that way about it. I — her red Jacket. ready is most intimate friends will grant you that her friendship for them was not won at a single glance. Probably the greatest attraction to her roommate first was "eats." We were not there once, but always; and so were the eats. describe She is always fun-making. IRENE A, MOSS M. (dushlin High .seliool Mllkes-Barre. Pa. "Irene" any When Her chief ambition is to be a governess. AVe sincerely hope for her .success and happiness in her chosen work. she came to school she said she was never going to dance. But then, other great dancers once said the same thing. She often speaks about Penn Hall, but quite .sure that B. S. T. C. has found It has always been said by those who we are know and a place in her heart. There are so many things to say about you, Irene, that we, your friends and clas.smates, can only say, we wish you the most suc- love her that she is a real friend. cessful career possible in the teaching profession. st^giasgg^ ft<-^LiJ«^^OiCI-r5Ctri>vJvJ5< 128 l& 2. & '^Oi. OBITER ^g^|isa>^*gvsj»av^»yavvg>7^vya^?^v.^ ^j r^>- % ^Ja 't I \ GRACE LUCILLE M I'M AW IMYROX MOSS Sliicksliinnv Hazleton Hish School Sihool Higli llazleton. Pa. Broadway, Pa. "Mossy" "Mossy," as friends, hepan lie is called G race host a liy No doubt that Grace knows her "notes." Doesn't she sing in the chorus? However, interesting to notice two kinds of it's "notes," those sung for conveying expression of soul and tho.se written for the .same purpose. Yes, Grace, knows her notes. Frosh remarks, which notes? .Such remarks are expected from Frosh. of work at Bloonishurp during the summer session of 1925, cominjr from the hig city of Broadway. During hi.s his summer here he hecame "Hash Slinpers." Indeed, while he is home about every night, and lie got first a memher of tile goes out We ask, "Why does "Gracie" have an unlimited passion for brutish men?"" Meaning not college boys, but football heroes. it that he tried goinvsfl>g^^xqgsa[^% OBITER ELIZABETH I. Bloomsburg High •Betty" ever a loving girl in college, would be hard to find a sweeter girl than Joy. But take advice from some one who knows, when she says a .\nd the same with thing she means it. her work. When a task is put before her, whether easy or hard, she goes at it with all her might and usually accomplishes it. Did you ever hear her laugh? Well, she is just about as bad as Uncle Josh, for she never knows when to stop. Joy's smiles are plentiful, too. They are not to be wasted on just anyone, hut upon school children who will ai)preciate them more. Doesn't that tell you that she expects to be an old maid? But, I doubt it, for already she reIf there ,Ioy "Betty" looks as thoujjli she is very quiet, hut when you pret acquainted with lier you She is a will find that she is full of fun. very steadfast friend and is ahvavs ready We often to assist those who need aid. wonder why "Betty" hecomes so interested when she hears someone say "Bethany." All that is necessary is to question the postman and he will solve the problem. "Betty's" ambition is to be a successful Then she will teacher for several years. accept the po.sition of being a minister's wife. But whatever you do, "Betty," we wish you good luck. in life are only three, minister, good eats, and me. The last is good, the second great. the iirst is where she met her is is one. It ceives letters A But Scliool Bloomsbiirg, Pa. Blooiiisbiirg, Pa. joys 1i JOY MUNSON MINSON Bloomsbuis High School Her ^^ L^j^^'-gv<^^:>rc'-^i^v<'-gn''Cv('-gri^«sx.csj^^a>aoTyi from .someone. Xo matter what will fate. turns up, Joy's motto always he: ^\'o^k comes first. Pleasure next. Then someday I'll find rest. a(^^|^gg>^C'g^&^ga/^5Ba i ricic5i^oiCi-r>fi;o^5-J^i 130 19 a 9 I mi — i I t PAULINE Tlioiiipson Central High Seliool High School Stairucra, Pa. "Priiidv" I .Seranton, Pa. Freda Pauline believes in the sayinp, said, the quiet "The more accomplished." Yes, she hut she doesn't hack and jrirl, sit Freda one of a large grcnip of girls who come from Seranton. less is a Freshman year she was a lonesome, but when her sister, Edna (who is enough like her to be her twin), joined her in her second year, her happiness was complete. little rest Everyone who knows Freda likes her. She a naturally friendly disposition. She believes in the saying, "If you would have Amiahle, helpful, industrious and jolly Pauline. that's s ticijiated "B" with "i'ou As notably a a in has Freshman, she par- athletics, receiving her few extra points to her you ever feel a breeze from someone passing and hear snatches from one of the g that it is one." tended not only to B. should see her play basketball. know friend, be Her popularity exbut to down town as well. During her .Senior year, wliile she was doing lier practice teaching at Berwick, she was elected the President a credit, If latest .songs, you'll is During her let have all the fun. Her favorite sa\ inir is, "Oh, you're the pruniest thinjr." .Tudfring from former instances, her hark is worse than her bite. the I FREDA NOVAK NELSON E. S. T. Berwick girls. Freda does not believe ("., of the Pauline. going at any- She can make the birds stop singing when she starts tuning her "sax." Last year's orchestra certainly did enjoy her assistance. thing lialf-heartedly. was proof of that. .She also took part in the Mixed Chorus. Yes, sir! When you want a friend and a jolly old sport to pal around with, look for Pauline. In the spring of her Freshman year. Freda became very much interested in tennis. At all hours of the day one could find her out on the courts engaged in her fav- in Her work in school orite sport. "Brown eyes, bniwn hair. All of her classmates will renu'inber her as one of the sweetest and most likeable girls in the class of '29. Gentle ways, never a care. \ A pleasant smile, full of fun, who's lo\ed by everv one." girl Her favorite expression was, "F.verything rosy and the goose hangs higli." We hope evervthing will always he "rosv" for Freda. is s I I Qa9 T^'gvsa^-ggw^flrvJ w>s^5>^^ L 131 I — OBITER |grdi(K^fl*^<>?-tpvj>^ci:syo?^^ij^J5<4r^j'^gt^^^gt^'fstTSgi'Jg^i 132 1 9a9 i ^e — are^ i>^»:pl>^J>2?>l>^)>Sri>Cy?>irlTC^»2M>5^J ^i OBITER ff i EVELYN J. OLVER .siikksliinny High School •Evy" ".Marge" When Evelyn came to lis from the Beach Honesdale High Schools she brought with her a famous smile which soon won us. She is one of the few girls who are popular in many groups. The reason is evident. She follows with never a waver the code of finest sportsmanship and honor. and I.ake vanquished, she never hesitates to to congratulate her ojiponents; as the victor, she is generous and unassuming. .\s captain of the teams she has partici[)ated in every athletic feature which the College offers. .As the admit her defeat and She has been President of the Cirls' Chorus, Vice President of the Creographic 3 MARJORIE ORR Hoiiesdale High Sriiool Beacli Lake. Pa. Hunlingdon :>Iills. Don't you know "Marge?" Why, of course you do! Everyone knows "Marge." She came here in the fall of '2.5 as a verdant Freshman, but soon made her wav into the hearts of student body and faculty alike. She has been among the best of students for four years and yet had much time for other activities. She has participated in many extra-curricular clubs and has always been a leader in school affairs. She is a po])ular member of Sigma Sorority. Mu the Phi Marjorie has ])roved her worth as a future member of the teaching profession in her practice teaching done last year in the Society, Bloomsburg Her She has proved her worth as a citizen in a comnuinity by her hearty co-operation and leadership in all worth-while projects of the school. She has made herself indispensable in dining rcxmi, class room, committee and social functions. Want anything done? .Ask ".Marge"! and a member of the Sewing Club. scholarship has not suffered as a result of these activities and undoubtedly there is a brilliant future for her In the field of mathematics. As a friend, she is pendable and always loyal, trustworthy, defull of Joy. At school Not only Junior-Senior High books, yet a student Few toed her high-drawn Many loved her for real I I'a. Great and generous, full School. line. line. worth. of mirth. OBITER i^J5^i!:5v^.5rcTiv<^^rrncv(^^ri<^v^'J:i?t 1 ^ MARGARET CATHERINE PEIFER SARAH ELEANOR PEARCE Mt. Carniel Hish School Kulpniont. Pa. Mifflin\ille A'ocational Mifflinvllle. ••Sally- •Peg" Slie has many"Sally." friends in our college who will regret the day when their ways will part. She has won those friends through the magnetic personality that she possesses. Every time you see "Sal" she always has a smile ready Never a day passes without a for you. song and a cheery smile. She is an allaround good student, hut she is exceptional- Here we have "Peg" one of the Mifflinville "gang." No one could fail to recognize her with her black, bobbed hair and black eyes which are brimming over with mischief. She is a sport in every sense of the word, be it of- "Peg" is particularly interested in Art and her one ambition is to be an Art teach- class. She is especially talented along that She has cho.sen the Primary group upon which to center her attention and we er. "Sally's" mother comes to visit her she brings a box of eats, which are appreciated by many of her friends. Every time that When gym, where she piano in place of an orchestra, that we may enjoy dancing after lunch. Although she plays the piano, she must have a turn at dancing, which is her pet hobby. ficiates at the good in music. We often wonder if it were merely her voice that won for her We hope to hear that the A's in music. some day she will be a singer of great renown. She often displays this talent of gym is in basketball or in the ly singing in the Sdiool Pa. line. feel sure she will birthday arrived we had no trouble devouring the angel-food cake and many other eatables. We certainly wish that more birthdays would soon arrive, then perhaps we would have enough to eat for her be a success, for she just loves the kiddies. Her own failing is laughing. She surely has a hearty laugh and she makes every one around her laugh. May she always keep such a disposition. You have the best wishes a while. "Sally" made quite a few trips to BuckWell, why not? She must have a strong motive in back of it. of the class of nell. Here's wishing you the best of luck and all that vou undertake. success in 134 "29. OBITER '^aiiagg^V>''*vnv'-B>'-^^'J>'>°^'»»^-^^'^ f ^ i: ^ MABEL G. llazleton PENMAN ALICE B. Hazleton, Pa. "Penny" where O. where, gone? Oh, there she (), ! .4lire my is little "In smiling, not moping; In knowing, not hoping; In being, not seeming; In working, not dreaming." "Penny" That little girl with the flashing hlue eyes, and an impish Like a had penny, she little dimple, is she. always turns u]i. especially when food is within reach. She has heen a petite but very is. of which has back-hall for essential |)art "old abode. that its Alice finds has been .said that good things come in small packages. Who is there to deny this adage after knowing our "Penny"? She may seem shy to some, but "The Gang" has our hopes never to find her so. She's really "the life of the party." once she gets is worthwhile. one She is a most delightful friend and a popular member of the Mu Phi Sigma So- started. rority. Ssh, it's a secret. But we wonder why "Penny" has that weakness for a certain She has been an active leader in the work of Student Government since its introdxiction. If you want a capable chairman for a committee, a good student, an industrious worker or a true friend, go to Alice. She is all that and more. popular vehicle used for conveyance. And why she seems so electrified when a certain is life s of the most capable and popular girls of the four-year group. Her scholarship record has always been above question and her attitude toward others is the best. She is conscientious in regard to all things, never slighting her work for pleasure. .Mice gang,"' It whistle PENNINGTON Milhille Vocational High School Millville. Pa. High School heard. "Penny," witli all her pep and vivacity is one of our most conscientious workers. She is secretary of the Mu Phi Sigma Sorority, an active member of the Dramatic Club and Mixed Chorus. Many e.xtra-curricular clubs have profited by her membership, but to none other has she given the loyalty and support that she has given to the "Blocmisburg Players." She is also a member of the National Dramatic Fraternity, having been enrolled dur- We'll miss you, "Penny." J ing her .Junior year. I S S m 2' i?^ £^ »S>a 9 l^^ag/^T^^^b&Z^gg^^sai^gJBfeSaaj^gg^^aaziaa^^ 135 ; OBITER lvJ5^'-iSLCgr>rir»2v^^^rrn2v(^^rir52^?J5>ao>^>-'^'?l IE i I CAROLINE WINIFRED PETEKOFSKY 'Winnie" "Carrie" Northumberland. lias is indeed a pleasure to have in our She's Senior class a girl like "Winnie." a verv nice person and full of fun. You're liable to hear from her anytime, for nothing humorous ever passes without first be"Winnie" is ing registered by her giggle. small, slender and brown eyed, and is very wonder much interested in aviation. hope Is it a "he," "Winnie?" why:he has brown eyes and black hair, since The three that's the tyjie that you prefer. musketeers are waiting patiently for the day when their little aviatrix will take We We them for their first flight. won't be long "Some think the It now. "Winnie's" motto is, world is made for fun and frolic and so She certainly does live up to it. do I." When "Winnie" starts to giggle no studying is ever done. May she win much fame in the teaching world and not forget us when she teacher. From a Always ready It PETRFLLO Northunil)erlan(l Hisl> Seliool smile for everyone. for some fun. First a giggle, then a grin •'Winnie." now what have you been in? '"Winnif" E. Central Hisli Sfliool Scianton. Pa. becomes a successful school a .jolly, I'a. Niirthuinberland High School came good-natured, curly-haired lass "Carrie." She is an all-around good sport and pal; Her loving always ready to hel]) anyone. disposition and kindheartedness are but a part of her charming personality. "Carrie's" favorite pastime, besides waitShe can also sing, as was is dancing. seen by her ahly taking part in Mixed Chorus and the Glee Club. She is also interested in sports. She was a member of knowthe hockey and volleyball teams. that "Carrie" has all the best qualities for teaching, but we would not feel safe in pro|)hesying that she will teach for a very long time five years, so she says because of a "special case" that has arisen concerning a certain party in New Jersey. She regrets that the mail service between New Jersey and Hloomsliurg is so slow (something faster than the air mail ought to be invented). ing, We — — She constantly talks of her wishes in later May all your dreams come true, "CarHere's luck to you, "Carrie," in whatrie." ever you do, whether it be teaching or anything else. life. 1 — OBITER >x?v>r>^^>gi.T>Q-»'>g^)>^i>ev»^i>g^»Q-^i>g^j Ti^. a^ % ^ lA ? I CHARLES POOLE POLNASIK LEO A. Newport Newport Township High School Hisli School Wanainie. Pa. .\I(Ien •Plaik" stop and inquire, "Who "Oh! that is 'Plack.' Everyone knows him." One grreat characteristic of "Plack" is his fondness for the weaker sex, and for the past year his time has been spent on itne certain young lady. Wliv do is that tlie Sixty-seven hearty laugh frii-ls fellow?" "Plack" has taken tlie we assure you at the threshold What el.se with such an earnest worker, such fascinating qualities. good of humor, a "IX" thafs — been nicknamed "Mercury." We Well, of lots for basketball is more than a ]Hiz/,le to us. Perhaps he'd prefer spending his time on his studies or writing letters? I5ut coming back to the subject he did I'lay a great game in the class games. He should have Intermediate Group dawning and His two-year stay here proven his ability along lines and lias more lines. Why this chap never went out of course, he will succeed, for whatever he He i.s tries, always comes out successful. know that by the requite a student. sult of his diligent work. What kind of a teacher will he he? inches "{.'hubby" all over. Can as his line of work and likes it well. you imagine him as a school master? At any rate tliat is his one ambition; and so, that we see success of his life's work. station. Pa. "Chubbv" business or Teaching, what-not that "t'luibby" will engage in after leaving here, he'll be a success. Why? I'll tell you, because he is lOO'f pej). .Studying, dancing, could it be possessing playing or whatever it is, "Chubby" heart and soul, and therein lies the of having so many friends. Aside from being a diligent student, "Plack" is a lover of sports. He enjoys taking his pals in a love set at tennis. "Plack" loves dancing and never misses an opportunity to attend a dance. is in .secret "Chubby" made quite a reiiutation in his practice teaching. He'll not be content until he obtains that Ph.D. Who knows, perhaps He will has taken an active part as a member of various clubs and committees. He never hesitates to aid anyone in their work. We will always remember him as a good sport, a true friend, and a willing helper to all in need. Oood luck, "Plack." he'll if We in is 137 be the head of some college; he maid will have her way. a certain fears of "Chubby" failing he has ])roven to us that he callable of taking care of himself. have no later life; — ! ^£^ OBITER lvJ5<^'-i2vC^^:>fl'-iiv^^^^Trv(^J5rAoX.?J5<:iCri>^^J^^ STELLA POPLOSKI RACHEL W. PRATT Hanover Township Memorial High School Hanover Townsliip, Pa. •Stell" 'Pop- Xantlcoke HiRli School Nanticoke. Pa. "Pratty" — If coming tlirough the corridor we liear someone singing we can, at once, recogAt first, one would nize it to be "Pratty." think she was very quiet, Init after you know her, you are under a different imIf you want to meet pression altogether. Charming You Bet! Talsen— Not Yet? Clever— I'll Say Funny—All Day!!! ! — — Conscientious Stella conscientious to the She never lets her conscience nth degree. interfere with her good times but there her good times never run contrary to her manner. I loyal pal, get "Pratty." Her disposition force to everyone. meet someone coming and in a very business You can always depend on If you conscience. along at high speed like true, a — She ranks high in acquainted with is a drawing her scholastic activi- ties. Her choice in the teaching profession is that. Primary work, and we are sure that she "Stell" is an active person athletically, She participated as well as scholastically. in many sports during her short stay here, among the ones that she was most prominent are hockey, basketball and baseball. Hockey seems to be her hobby, for she helped the Senior team attain the championship. "Stell" was also a member of the will Girls' make a success of it, for with such a disposition how could she fail to win the hearts of the "kiddies" in the Primary grades. She is not only popular with the "kiddies," but also with the students at B. S. T. C. Stella means she profession, ruling W. the star. With luck and joy as one of the C. A. Cabinet, Dramatic Club and Nanticoke Club. The wish that is extended to her by her classmates is to attain the goal for which Y. Glee Club and Campfire Girls. We hope you will be. We know you are A star at your chosen The Alpha Delta claims "Pratty" its own. She also is a member of is striving. girl with mischievous eyes, close cropped hair and ready smile. She will attain what she desires In this world that's so worthwhile." "Here's to the all. With n a^^^gg^c*g^^g^^^g^ft'^^^s^<^"^^^ 138 19 a OBITER lVr^P<:r»l>^l^»Q->l>g^»Crl>g^»^lNJ->>>g^I>g<^J| 1^ M I g ELEANOR PULSOX CORA ALICE RABUCK Sugar Notrh High School Sugar Notch, Pa. "Pulson" Sunbury High School good-natured, kind and friendly are the outstanding traits of a dear friend we call "Pulson." Sweet, vivacious, witty and red haired^ it would take a great many more adjectives to describe ".\lice," but these will produce a general impression. ".\lice" True Sunbury, Pa. ".41ice" pa], In a chain of hardships and difficulties that are to be mastered, "Pulson" is sure to put the link in the proper place. comes from Sunbury, a fact which a few minutes conversation with her will confirm. Sympathetic? Well, I guess. A downhearted roommate or friend will always be consoled by the welcome phrase of "Pulson"s" "Come, let mother love you." Last year she came quiet, serious girl. " Her interest seems to be centered around an "Oliver," and he doesn't come from an olive tree, either. She has chosen the teaching of the children in the Primary grades for her life's work. She has been verv suc- "Work "Pulson" is before play." Although a steady worker she never ne- glects the amusements and enjoyments that the college offers. Whenever there is a party or social affair to be spon,sored, "PuLson" is Success son's" line. is cessful in her practice teaching, and we feel certain she will be just as successful in her always ready with suggestions. above all standards Without a doubt or Eleanor will reach her goal. wishing the best for you. in own "Pul- are school. she has difficulty, We our midst a verv she has made have found, that under lier seriousness, she is a good sport and full of fun. She is very studious and always places her work first, but after the work is done who could wish for a better and finer companion. Eleanor has participated successfully in the Girls' Glee Club and First Aid. She also played hockey, baseball and volleyball. As to her scholastic standing, she ranks high. She is a girl who believes in the motto, to The many friends which many Because friends, of her personality and the children are very fond of her. all May your \ tine life be like a and clear and omitting radio, all "Alice," static. I I L>?'gvsflxgswsa>g^vxfli^ffi[^;^ 139 ! RITH RARU; PAULINE REECE Locn-^t Tnwii^lnp llis^i School Ntiniidia. Pa. Berwick Hish scliool Berwick. Pa. "Kuth Aim" Poor Pauline! pity [loor Pauline. Just now she"s as free as free as can We Sports and dancing also enter into Ruth's It is certain that when a good to be had, Ruth is ready for it. in Sigma Sorority has been having Ruth as a member. Phi Pauline spent her leisure hours playing hockey and basketball. She was also a as good a scholar as she is a sport, we have no doubt as to success in her chosen profession. Since she 1 is We know that Pauline will not continue her work in the teaching field very long. That particular party rings the little cottage door-bell too many times a week. Such happenings as this couldn't permit this sweet little blonde to remain an "old maid" school teacher. However, we feel sure that she will be a success, both as a school teacher and a wife. Both have been thoroughly discussed at B. S. T. C. We all noticed that Pauline was particularly interested in the matrimonial discussions. Never mind, Pauline, some of the rest of us are just Jealous because we aren't as lucky as you. activities. Mu all will 1 Ruth is quite experienced in the art of Hirting and uses her eyes to great advantage at all times. However, she allows nothing to develop from this, perhaps because of a certain follower of "Lindy." The is be. be teaching in the country. Poor Pauline it another one of our "blondes." industrious and very capable school "marm." She is looking forward to the day when she will be her own boss. Won't those kiddies have to step around! She'll know all about the butterflies, snakes, and the wriggly worms that the boys find on their way to .school. — fortunate she Pauline She is an \Ve have f(mnd, too, that Ruth likes a certain kind of curtain at least she entertained quite a number of girls on fourth floor last year by an exhibition of a parade with a curtain!!! is wonder how Winn We can always tell when Ruth is pleased with her share of mail. She comes away from the mail box with sparkling eyes that seem to tell you she is thrilled over the contents of her letter. time ! We "Rutli Ann" lias aciiuircil many friends Her friendsince her arrival at H. S. T. C. smile and charminjr jiersonality have ly made her very popular with everyone. If you like entertainment in the form of stories about airplane rides, then fro to Ruth. She is well supplied witli information about airplanes and aviators is member of the Children's Literature Club. ffl ^^|^gg5^<^^^A^:vag^c^z;^^s^gg^toyF^gal 140 i q a q |^5? — i>:v?3<:pi>^j>2^i>^)>:ri>^»iriV^'»!5^i>J^j OBITER ?, ^ D^ I I ARCHIBALD REESE MILDRED REHM Scranton Central Hisli school Blooni^huri; Hish ^rhiinl Bloonishurg. Pa. Scrantoii. Pa. •Arch" ">lilly" For two years "Arch's" hearty lauehs have echoed in North Hall. Though nat- Mildred is one of the liappy girls that has kept the College Hill warm for the past four years, and now that she has successfully completed her four-year course urally of a cheerful disposition, ".\reh" has proven himself conscious by attaininor the heights of the Freshman class. To become President of a class is an attainment worth she will receive her B.S. degree. Through her entire course, Mildred has been an excellent student, and surely success will follow her everywhere that she .^s a student teacher .'.he certainly goes, was good. .\ demonstration of this fact ask anyone "Who substitutes in the High School when another teacher is ill?" The answer will be ".Miss Rehm." while. Hailing from the city where they say boys and beautiful women grow. "Arch" appears the testinional to the former and he is alwavs readv to talk about brilliant the latter. Spare, blue-eyed, black curly hair, ".\rch" not only a good scholar but also an athlete. At football he proved that a good "end" does not necessarily have to be big and husky. He certainly did work hard for that coveted "B." Besides being a faithful member of the Phi Sigma Sorority, she also has the distinction as being a charter member of the .\lpha Psi Omega, an honorary Dramatic Fraternity. Everyone will agree that "Milly" is one of the bright lights on the stage at B. S. T. and everyone knows that the success of a great number of plays depended on her. is I "Arch" is main hobby Mu also musically inclined, his to tickle the "keys" of his cornet. He was one of the famous ".50." Although he is kept busy with his daily C is work he manages 9 Mildred gives most of lur time to her work in which she has succeeded very well. She is one of the resourceful types that always has a ready answer for to find time to throw out a "line" each night to a certain party. Practice makes perfect, thus we do not doubt that ".\rch" is a perfect letter writer. school everything. With her experience and personality Mildred should be verv successful. ^ s 19 2 9 >g^g^iagvx>cri>gj|>aoA 141 ggj^5a;^ai ^$o OBITER tg^l L-'5^'^C!vi>-!r^C'"iiv^^-3^'-Cv(^-!5riCl^'^^ MILDRED REA RIDALL EDNA REYNOLDS Summit Berwick Higli School Hisli School Clarks Summit. Pa. t'laiks Berwick, Pa. Edna Graduating from Clarks Summit The lone little blonde from Berwick is Mildred. ferent from the rest of Hipli School with honors. Edna has continued her fine record during the two years at Bloomshurg. This was not the first school she attendPrevious to coming here she spent ed. three years in Bible training, completing this I>ands, ro]ie. only blonde, does not say that she well liked, for she has many friends. It trip a the missionary We She field. year. all public Being took an active part in basketball, and hiking during her Freshman She was also a member of the Camp- ba.seball fire Girls. is at present being missed by her friends, for she is doing her student Her faith in and teaching in Berwick. love for little children, also her plans toward helping tliem to go forward in their work, explain why Mildred is taking the Primary course. We all wish Mildred the best of success and happiness in everything she undertakes. Mildred all outlines, charts, imaginary pictures, and all sorts of bug bears to most students. Again you might hear a call for quick surgery. Everything con.sidered she is a Jack and Master of all trades. Her prefer gray. have found At not blonde is not the only thing that makes her popular. She is a good sport and always smiling, even though the skies are Edna to be a "real" times of the day you might hear various shouts from every part of the dormitory, demanding Edna's help with friend. said, "Gentlemen Mildred has proven this. often is a through the by traveling extensively through western United States, making an especial study in is blondes." Holy Mediterranean countries, and EuLater she continued her Bible work work by of our gang That she is difus, by being the girl experience has been varied. While at school she found time to teach a college girls' Bible class and also a large class of women at the M. E. Church. Occasionally she has even substituted for ministers. Edna is planning to work for her degree at a university next year. ^^i^agg^^c^^'^^^g'^'^fr'^c^tf^^ 142 19 a 9 — — v>^>^*avv^>vgv^yvavsB»o VNa^?^v^ig| MARGARET AGNES RILEY fSaiiit "Pe^" is a fiabriel's llazleton, Pa. Xanticoke, Pa. •Peg" "Rodda" member of the Hazleton agfull of fun and one is In every great school we must have some one who does the least spectacular work, .so — As for her teaching, we liave no fears that she has erred in dioosing her profes- no doubt about it — "Peg" succeed. One of the — — — — "Peg" has secrets as well as the rest of She doesn't bother her head about men while here at school, but we wonder why she goes home every week-end. There's us. reason for everything, so may A heap of curly black hair and a wicked smile go to make "Bob" a real fellow. His real hobby is pressing suits; and man what a crease that boy can make ])erbaps that is why the girls are attracted to him "Clothes often make the man." she certainly won't have any trouble in discijilining her pupils, and for some reason they always ])ut forth their best etforts. a that the school most indispensible ones is "Rodda." He works faithfully at whatever task he is at yet, we find him performing another quiet duty or, we say pleasure, shall namely chaperoning the fair sex. too. is ^^ Nantieoke High School — There | ROBERT RODDA High School gregation. She is sure to have a good time when with her. She can always be very serious when the right time comes. Study? "Peg" is generally ready to help otiiers get tlieirs out, fesion. obiter I "Bob" has a degree. we have hope know satisfied until he is a good one. The Tau Kappa Phi, the Children's Literature Club and the Current Events Club ail claim her as an active member. that her's of studying for that he will never be ex)iectations We becomes a "Prof." All kidding aside, this lad will be a success in this cruel, cold world. All in all, .she's a wonderful girl, a true friend and a good sport, so here's hick and success to our friend, "Peg." s \9 2t & lyr^x?^ >^^ j>:p)>g^x;^ A A^rVBWsa>gaVi&fl^!ga|^^ 143 I-'^ L-'5^'i^v^-^Vl'-i^w^^'5^'cv(^^;ri.cCv?J5^o^i^^'^^ ^ 1 LOUISE ROUSHEY MARY ALICE ROSS Hisli School sunbuiv. Pa. Kinsston Township Hisli School Siiiil)ur.v Trucksville. Pa. "Tinv" A She is quiet, she is kind. She has something on lier mind. quiet kind of girl. Of wliom may he said. Has sometliiiif: more than nonsense Lying underneath her head. it Do you know Well, "Tiny" mate is is the one Is She the other. Quiet? Well, she is when you first studies, well it For she twins? light-liaired Her roomof tliem. is Sees meet her, hut she is very .jolly wlien you really know her. She has an adorahle smile, and watching it is a source of enjoyment to Oh! and then the dimall her friends. ples, we mu.stn"t forget them. I guess. in-dus-tri-ous. is pleasant, she is wise. things with open eyes. all She sure is a sportsnian true. Always doing .something new. — First in hockey, then in basketball. she is true to one and all. And Her favorite sports are basketball, baseShe was one of the members of the Junior Champion Hockey Team. (Ih! was an active member of the Aid Club during her Senior year. During her Freshman year she was an ac- She likes college we all know, For doesn't she always tell us of the Y. W. C. A., the Girls' Glee Club and the Dining Room Club. Love ball and hockey. Wlien to We Berwick she did all go, did miss her so. "Tiny" First tive so. member We Although "Tiny" was not with us in the "dorm" the first .semester, she feels we always will. fulfill. The class of '29 wisli the very best success in \'our work. quite at borne to be with us now. We her, sure, sure will promise to know that "Tiny" has all the qualities of a good teacher and we feel sure that she will teach for a long time to come. She is preparing herself to teach in the Primary grades. If lier success in tlie future will be as successfid as the past, we may be assured of the progress of the future generation. 1 (^^I^ 4rc;SJ'^5^TiCl-'>af^3L^ 144 19 a 9 i^^ ! OBIXER >'v:oi>:r.i>gu»Q->i>g^)>sri>^»^i>g^»g^i>g^j I ? s CHARLES S. MILDRED ROVENOLT Short ami chubby, full cif lu-ji ami ambi(iver. all 'Kovenalt" Bif; that's Now thinps come in small packafres. "Charlie" may be small in stature but he's hig in heart, big in mind; in fact, he's big in everything he does. tion "Mil" it — symi)hony orchestra. "Rovenalt" has no desire to obtain "gridglory," hut would rather spend his tiine on his studies, or else drive his Ford. Somewhere this chap has somebody waiting for him, for every week-end he hot foots it home. iron — and invariably eating. And to the greatest envy of her friends she remains slim. While the rest of us meekly hope for one letter a day, Mildred just naturally ((urnts on three. .\nd when someone hands her al>out four, she incjuires, "Is this all?" But that soon passes as she notes the post- matters not where this cha]) will roam make good in any port. Life holds marks —one from Kingston, one from Ber- wick, and one, of course, from home. .\ny otliers are welcome as extras, but these three must be there. he'll in 5 — pleasant character trait of "Rovenalt's'' is his keen interest in the aflfairs of He did good work as Presithe school. dent of the Rural Club. Then there is the school orchestra, in which his cornet and he have rendered valuable assistance. great things — "Mil" is lucky that she doesn't have to reduce we realize this when, after having searched high and low for her, we came u|)on her among a liunch of pillows, reading, One It RUCK is another of those girls with whom takes a long time to become acquainted; hut when you do so it is more than worth the trouble. "Mil's" just a different .sort of a girl, the kind they make and then throw the pattern away. She has her own ideas about right and wrong, and does wrong often enough to make things interesting. She went out for hockey, baseball, volleyball and hiking, but as to tennis we wonder how "Mil" would look with a racket in her hand. Imagine two years at B. S. T. C. without a single visit to the tennis courts — He is possessed of a great desire to lead a glee club or an orchestra, that is why he is a member of the Baton Club. Who knows perhaps some day he will be leading a — L Xanticoke High School Nanticoke. Pa. "Mil" Turbotville High School Turhotville. Pa. store for him. N'o wonder "Mil" made such a success of practice teaching with such an inspiration as that to start the day. Here's hoping her future teaching will be just as successful. 145 fl ! ^ OBITER ! LvJ5^'-i2vC..C>rc-^2v^^'5^ '^ RUTH A. SCANLON Weatherly High School HELEN RUCKLE Oniiiseville High School Orangeville. Ueatherly. Pa. I'a. "Scanlon" Helen is a member of tlie •down town" aggregation. She is full of i)ep and fun, as one can readily see by glancing at her big "Scanlon" We We Although very studious, still she does not neglect any of her social activities. Someone says that her chief ambition is to become a manager of well, we would rather Just the same we know what a not say. good teacher Helen is, going to make, that is, if blond sheiks go out of existence. — When "Scanlon" first came to Bloomsburg she thought she liked theatres, but it was not long until she decided she would rather be a H. P. Q. I guess you know Her popularity is proven by the frequent is the type that looks very dignibut you should hear her in the Girls' Locker Koom. Her laugh is just as hearty as the rest. Helen sure was a help when it Helen fied, write-ups She (that buying the new victrola for the Locker Room. Who knows? Perhaps anyone else would not have been so successful came entered smiling through the portals of Bloomsburg with her coy airs so beguiling. wondered at her fate. should have known better than to wonder for we should have known that she would go through classes, dances and dates smiling. black eyes. to is is, in the Bucknellian. very when efficient in running errands she has any one to send). make "Scanlon" still more beloved Alma Mater she contributed much to To her to the success of the Senior class play, "Applesauce," by taking the leading role. Also "Scanlon" lends herself and her efforts to the Phi Gamma Tau"s and the First Aid Club. as she. We will remember Helen as one of the Locker gang and wish you all the success in the world. we wish you all the success world and we hope that all your dreams and aniliitions materialize in the "Scanlon," in the future p (S^^ firv>!ricr5^rj>^J5filo;^|c^ 1-16 isa 9 m^ 1^ OBITER l>Jr^>iii^i>^»&>l'>^)>2rl>^»S^l>J!^>>CM>J<^J| (& if a \ \ PEARL SCHELL HAZEL MARGARET SCHERER Foster Town^-liip Hisli stliool Old Forge High .School Old Forge, Pa. "Boots" Nureniberj;. Pa. "Schellj Pearly" that Pearl is one of the quiet girls of our class, to all appearances, but just get to know her and you soon change your mind. She is always ready for a good time but believes in keeping up with her work, too. the tell us that she wants perhaps that i.s the reason she is never absent when there is anything good to eat around or when she gets some of that delicious home-made candy from home. grow is she likes dancing. Pearl has all the treats of a good friend; she is dependable, loyal and true. What more could one wish for a pal? wislies I 9a9 sure "high old times" old dear? Hazel is pre])aring to teach in the Intermediate grades and, although she says she will teach at least five years, we all have our doubts. go. and Here's luck fe better. She was quiet, but then "still water runs was proven by her receiving a letter from a certain person every day. She thinks that name "Al" is just "It," and we were sure there was a big reason back of it until she paid a visit to Ringtown and met a certain "Biney." What's up, "Boots," tennis cojirts, in basketball, in baseball and volleyball. You can also find Pearl in the gymnasium every night after dinner, for Whatever you do or wherever you Fm it deep," as in Pearl, remember that our best love go with you. for Could we have done without her on our basketball team? Fll say not, for she sure could toss that ball. very fond of every type of athletics. She proved this in her Freshman year playing for the cham|)ionship in basketball. You see her on the hockey field, i suit We missed "Boots" just lots the first eighteen weeks, for she decided to stay in Berwick for that length of time. Can it be possible there is some attraction up there? tall; "Schelly" work would "Schelly" tries to to S Here is another of our tiny girls whose appearance denotes modesty and quietness, but we find appearances deceiving, for Hazel is generally ])resent when we have fun on third floor. Fun is a mild form of Some might say in wishing you, Hazel, the best of the future. ^ l>g^I?gpi'>g^J>:p)>g^i>a^> h&Ar?8v^A^ai^^sa;^an^ 147 ^^1 OBITER |[g^sg.^frc^c^^g•^<^v^a^^f^o^wr*^c:^i''i!jM5^os:iJ^5ci'Tiv^-'5< 148 19 a 9 OBIXER »^op<:h»gcy>g?>i>g^)>^i>g^»^i>j^»g^i>g^^j 2H % i Li i HELEN SEELY MAY.ME S. Passaic High Scliool New Jersey Every week-end "Mae" simply must go well, we can't imagine what would home or New York the .\rt We know she sings those lovely solos at church, but then, what else draws her to Nanticoke so unfailingly? That may not be so hard to guess. If you only knew "Mae" with her grace pleasing manners and sweet voice. (He is onlv human after all). our — in — happen. "Going to see such and such a show? Gee. saw it in New York." Yes, thafs Helen's While lifting strain of coke Clubs. Her love for and ability in music is well known. Do you wonder why we love to have her play when we can trap her? reply, cause at vacation time she travels to New York and does the town. .\nd here's a little secret I'm telling only to you she loves art and has no little ability in that is ra music through the halls and you know that "Mae's" around. Oh. how slie can sing. She takes an interest in her school work and is an active participant in the Mixed Chorus, Clothing and Nanti- Presto, change. Is it possible that this the same pirl who came here from New Jersey two years ago. Then short, and Now tall and wilto confess, rather phimp. lowy. And how? Ask the athletes of the school. She's outstanding, and why? The only girl to receive her "B" in her Freshman year. .\n honored memher of the Letternian's Cluh is our Helen. Tennis, hiking and dancing are "Hana"s"" hohhies, and in accordance to Pop Fisher they are opposite to her daily work, for she is an excellent student. line. .seliool ••>Iae" A true sport in every sense." is I SELETSKI Nanticoke, Pa. "Hana" "A J. Nanticoke Hish "Mae" seriously maintains that she will be a school ma'am, but because of the interest shown in her group of friends, comprised of doctors, lawyers, dentists we have our doubts. Museum — one of "Hana's" stopping places. In the Current Literature Club, Helen impressed them so well that they rushed her when she returned from Berwick, so that no other extra-curricular club would wishes for happiness and success in all her undertakings are extended to her from gain her presence. lier class We wonder what Helen To our quiet, aristocratic and numerous "Mae," best friends. be<'ome. There's doubt in our minds, but a river with many streams surely finds the ultimate goal. 19 3 will 9 L^^'5ivsar'gBw^a>g^v>^g>^ffl|^;$? 149 LEXA A. SERAFINE Sliicksliinnv GRACE ELEANOR SHADE High School Nescopeck High School Nescopeck. Pa. Moeanafiiia. Pa. "Love" "Seiafliie" Go One couldn't fail to recognize Lena with her blue eyes, rosy cheeks and a big smile. Lena is very good natured and alwavs ready to help others, sometimes forgetting all about herself. Lena's favorite pastime is playing the "uke," accordion and dancing. She gives dancing as a reason for going home every week-end, but we wonder if it really is. Maybe "C" is her attraction. She very small, of space, there humor, life and other a personality which no miss. is amount a but in that small are bushels of pep, qualities that make one would want to song sigh. school. She likes sport.s, especially when she is a spectator. Dancing and sewing are her favorite pastimes. girls does Lena talking or whistling s library Grace is very quiet when she wants to be and we have seen her study hard. She usually has much pep in the morning as she walks across the river bridge between Berwick and Nescopeck before coming to should be seen and not anything but apply in this situation, for whenever you go you hear "Little heard" i whenever you will and you will find Grace. You might think she is very studious, but at times we have caught her dreaming. Just say something about Ford & Co. or oranges and lemons. She will rc])ly. "Oh, you" or "Don't," with in the Grace cast her lot with the Primary group, as she wishes to keep young. Here's bits of the latest hoping she hits. Grace In spite of the is successful. sweet tempered girl and never a thing too much for her to is a very fact that our happy-golucky classmate always finds good times, she also devotes some of her time to studv- do. ing. acquainted with Grace. We are told that Lena expects to teach, but as you know our exfwctations are not always realized. We will hope that success may be hers in her chosen profession whatever it mav be. Y. W. C. .\., First Aid basketball, baseball, hiking. there is If you want a t3(^^| ^^BX^ (.V^A^^t^^ 4<^fca'^^os:iJ5ciois!iJ>a 150 true blue I friend, Cluli, get hockey, 9a9 i ^e — ^ w ^ OBIXER )>:Tuy>ro^v%.»Q-»'^ev)>cr'i>e^?>^i>^»s?^i>g^JI ?,;, I RUTH E. SHANNON MARY Herwii-k Hif;h School Berwick, A fr^9a/?^v:^a;^[^^ — OBITER ^a^g^l 1 |[gz^fr^^fr>yq^g•v<^c^e^^B<^gvy<^^cg>g^»|^^ RICHARD T. RUTH SIULER SIBLEY Danville Hisli School Danville, Pa. "Sidler" Old Forge Hisli School Benton, Pa. "Dick" A quiet, unassumiiift ol\ap "Dick." is Ruth water runs deep," and the thoughts this young man thinks are ponderous and weighty ones. "Dick" never is seen wasting his time around young w(mien, for he believes in He is inkeeping his mind on his work. dustrious and a hard and willing worker. Ask "Dick" belongs to the Boys" Glee Club and his tenor voice is an asset to that Club. He likes ize in nothing better than to harmonwith the boys in singing, "Who's Yes, "Dick" is married and he drives to and from school in his Ford sedan. Despite the weary road. "Dick" is plodding right along and it won't he long before "Dick" will he teaching a little country is continually ])layiiig on the "I..ocker away with them. Room Gang." when he settles ley, old prof like finall}' boy, The "Gang" for she don't down he gets miss him to teach. is certainly interested in her work. — Hut Ruth also has another interest an inWell, Ruth, you may terest in Tamaqua. have your boy friends, but we feel sure that you will make him wait a long, long time before you will decide to give up teachWhatever the path you take we wish ing. vou the best of luck. "pranks" Still will shy, Ruth has taken up primary work and we know she will be a successful teacher, school. "Dick" who seems modest and Everyone thinks Ruth is so bashful. Well, But ask some of her she is sometimes. locker room friends who know her quite well and they'll probably tell you some of the tricks .she plays on the girls. Did you know that "Dick" Sorry Now." was married? a girl Here is one of the best natured girls Sincerity, unselfishness and of our class. poise are a few of the qualities which Ruth Everyone has found her a real possesses. friend, willing to help whenever and whereever she is needed. Her motto .seems to be "Work with a will," for that is what .she is generally doing. room boys. the locker is She'd never think of telling a lie. But when you see her alone somewhere Well, I'm telling you, "Please take care." "Still Sib- become an old crank\" some we've met. Here's hoping this cruel, cold world will give you a break in anything you tackle. ^^Il^gg^^ 152 ^2 f — ! ! iw^>:M>j^T>QoA->g-')>2ri>g-^^>gri>::^»g-^i>y-'j| OBITER i i 6 WALTER M. GRAYCE LOUISE SIMMONS SIESKO Old Forge High School Old Forge. Pa. "Twinie" Nanticoke High school Nanticoke. Pa. •Halt • A good sport, a real friend, a wonderful and an altogetlier charming miss in t him out for the rest of the season. "Walt" also was our best half-miler; at West Chester he placed second. However, "Walt" prefers best of delve into studies. He is a all frequent helj) you lots. "Oh. I'm Just dying for something good to eat." is always her favorite cry and she is usually able to discover something that will appease her appetite for a few minutes at the least. Can we ever forget the good I feeds we bad in rooms 370 and 3.51? should say not "Twinie" is Just determined she will teach five years, but we are sure it will not he one day over that time. to visi- tor to tlie library, nor is it due to any lady friend. "Walt" is an ardent supporter of the Dramatic (luh. He is a member of the .\lpha Psi Omega and Omega Chi Fraternities. Here's to you, old pal. hojiing you get all 19 2 9 the luck vou deserve. >g^J?::pi'>gvx>:p)>g^j>a^o 153 I ^^^SZSS^iS^^SSi i 1 OBITER i^5^irSv<^!:>ri'-^^v^^^5^'^:v(^^iri*3«-'^^ I JESSIE SIMONOVICH CATHERINE Hisli School Larksville. Pa. Laik>.ville "Jess" When you wavy see a girl, with dark "A maiden modest and you lan make up your mind it's .lessie. You may see her at any time dashing down the hall to the elevator a few last One bell rings boxes. is sure to If one is visiting the mail started. day passes and "Jess" does Catherine is a strong support of the "B" Club, where she heartly exercises her good will. She is one of the few who has gained the rank of membership of the first girl's not get at least one letter, there certainly must have been a railroad wreck. She also enjoys music and as a result abilities run along the musical line. With her soprano voice she makes music in the air. This is the reason why she joined the Girls" Chorus. her We all know ".less" will make as an intermediate teacher, her the best of luck. a self-possessed, If you ever see a tall, graceful form approaching, you"ll know it's "Kitty." She has a cheery smile that would drive all your blues away. On first meeting her, one would think her to be very quiet and sedate, hut wait until you know her! Those grey eyes of hers just twinkle with merriment and mi.schievousness wlien you get her for class. make them. of her pet hol)l)ies .School Pa. Yet beautiful and sweetly dressed." Although Jessie may be slow in getting to classes you can be sure that she is not so slow in making friends, for wherever she goes she SIXCONIS "Kitty" jolly hair, seconds before the C. Notch High Sugar Notch, iSusar "B" Club formed at this institution. She has a great liking for sjiorts, especially hockey. She was one of the players of the "Senior Champion Team of 1928-1929." She docs not only excell in sports, slie was also a member of the "Girls' Glee Club" and the "B. B. A. Club." success and we wish "Do you know any new games for word is Catherine's most common way of drill?" announcing her presence. She is always in- terested in the welfare of her young pupils, and she just can't seem to do enough for them. Xo one can say that she isn't going to be an ideal school teacher. b^ ^D. iggj^e^^c*^ i<^CNl'^5-'>«<-ii^V:^^ 154 19 a 9 12^^ i5c^?JipiLN?-J>&>i">^)>^i>^»sri>3-»^ixr^j OBITER ,r; a ^ SARA •I.imes Sara SPANGLER E. (oiighlin High Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Sara >l. Who ! gracefully doesn't slim, know hrown-eyed VERA STAUFFER Shenandoah Hish School School Kinfttown, Pa. "Vearie" a lass, you should ever happen around sometime and hear someone say, "Well, I'm peeved," you know It is Vera. She is just full of fun, you bet. There is never a feed goes on in .3.51 or +.56 but what Vera is right there. Does she like to eat? Well, certain If witli charming smile aiul friendly "hello" for everyone? It has been said that that same And smile is the sweetest in the college. did you ever see such brown eyes. "No," comes an emphatic cliorus from North Hall, "never I !" Sara has the thoughtful of others, jolly in a last but not least, ever ready for the eats. Down town we hear her say, "Here is Bush's. Aren't we going in?" We .should say, and as to Full of fun? work, no one could be more conscientious. She has a knack of doing each day's assignment as it comes, so that we often hear her say, "Let's go out. I haven't any work lege girl; work. Vera Sara is at always vacation shows a great hurry to get times and over week- all her undertakings. happiness and success class of '29. 19 a her playing and also her in- Vera is so earnest in all her work that we are sure that she will succeed in all in We wonder if the Junior class president of Mullenberg could tell us why. How about it, Ed? Is our psychology sound? Best wishes for itself in terests in all games that have been plaved at B. S. T. C. ends. from the also dis|)lays capability in athletics. for hockey and volleyball Her fondness tonight." home guess. Besides liking to eat, Vera is a quiet, conscientious girl, who is bound to make a success in her profession. She professes the sterling quality of being dependable. Ever willing and gracious she lends a helping hand to her clas.smates in their school dis])osition of the ideal col- crowd, and i [S 9 15.5 s ^m\ OBITER |[gag^^g>^p>g<^ 1 MARY HAROLD STODDARD K. STOROSKO Nanticoke Hij;h School Diilton Hisli School Nantieoke. Pa. Dalton. Pa. ".Mary "HoHrty" "Howdy" c-ame to us two years ago and distinguished himself in many ways. He was not an athlete to any great extent, hut when it came to the annual class foothall game, you could always find him there with hells on. Another thing that made him so jM])ular was his inevitahle "Line" with the women. He could he seen almost any week-end escorting a member around the town, and if not around here he seemed to have an attraction up the river. has Personality, perseverance and popularity go hand in hand wherever she goes. Have they not won her way into the "B," the Dramatic, the First Aid Clubs, and aLso into the hearts of her "Howdy" was also distinguished as He was as a dancer, or "Mary Kay's" Success \\'e the also vou yours in every thing industrious in wonder. To "Mary Kay," a true friend, go the best wishes of the class of 1929 in her future work. manager he ? nature shines her class work and practice teaching, and she claims she is quite serious in remaining in the teaching profession, !>ut forth for the Freshmen play of 1927. a member of the Glee Club and a member of the Dramatic Club, in which he so ably played the part of Deacon in the number of the Dramatic Club presentations. business "gang?" The gym seems to lure our Mary quite often. We wonder whether ifs her ability There was another way in which he distinguished himself and that was at meal time. He could put away as much "grub" as two ordinary bo.xers. Treasurer of the Y. M. C. A. Kay" — "Mary K" what a world of meaning that name conveys. Merely to know .Mary does The better we know her, the not suffice. more we love her, and, can we wonder why? Old friends and new friends. Tried friends and true friends; Many Are that For do. or few friends to be had, but a g(tod every-day friend, Go-all-the-way friend, .•\sk-what-y(m-may friend. Give us just "Kay." — IB^iSSZSSS^ ri«i:sj'JE5'vvy>ri^^v?i.Ti>'^e^)>gk^i!>ev»^i>J^>>g^i>g^j k V91 i MILDRED STRYJAK Nanticoke High School Nanticoke, Pa. •Micky • Mildred came to our midst from NantiShe is very studious, conscientious and appears to he very quiet. We soon changed our minds about "Micky" being She enjoys quiet after we once knew her. If you liaving fun as much as any of us. coke. think she is quiet just get her started, and then you can .see for yourself just how much fun she possesses. i Regardless of Mildred's study habits, she has good times, but work must come before pleasure. Her motto is "Work before i)leaIt would be better for more of us sure." Mildred is if we would adopt her policy. fond of all sports, having participated in baseball and volleyball. a true and sincere friend, and her friendshi]) is gained you have a friend that will stick by you. Mildred wlien is once Here's wishing Mildred the very best luck in all her future undertakings. and success 6^ OBITER l^f^I>>^ — ^1 OBITER |[lsg^g^s^*^^^^^g•xg^g^^^^<^g^^s^e*^/l [^^ ANNE JOSEPHINE TABY CHARLES SURFIELD Shenandoah High Shenandoah, Shamokin ischool Four years ago Charles entered this stitution and immediately settled down four years of grim in- dreary and lone this world would appear were nowhere near. If girls, like "Taby, " Now we come most charmour class. "Taby" is a capable student with a keen sense of humor. One of the best combinations for success that any young lady could desire. One of her main characteristics is her boundless supply of good nature, which, along with her winning personality, has made her a ing — — "Charlie" enjoys a good bull session and whenever he hears of any he is right there Seldom is he late for to "throw the bull." class, for his "Big Ben" makes sure of that. members to one of the of favorite with everyone. Anne never for misses the southbound train home on Saturdays, but not with the sole intent of seeing her parents. Pleasant, sensible and especially human, He will never are the virtues of Charles. forget his practice teaching with Miss D Did she make him. Boy Ask him. we want to say to "Taby" you've roamed the highways and byways of life, and learned the care, the struggle and strife, lean hack in your chair when age takes you in." In [larting, "When . ! Through this world "Charlie" will go, taking the troubles of life with a smile and giving to the world his best. What more Then think of the time when we were class- mates and friends. can one do? ^^lasag^^ Pa. How to He chose the science and social studies for his majors. He gave most of liis time to education and "Charlie" has also atnot to athletics. tained tlie respect and admiration of the Those who know him, remember "Profs." that he spent most of bis first year on a certain dark haired lass but she graduated and now he spends week-ends at home working so he says. labor. Hi.sh school Shamokin. "Tabv" Pa. rir^a'J5Ct'^iCX-r5ClriivI-'5^ 158 19 a 9 M f^ - tWI>^i>gl^y>Qoi'>g^»2rl>^»^l>g^>>a^i3g^J OBIXER L % Li I I MERIEL R. LAIRA THO.MAS TAYLOR Bloomsburi; Hi^h School Fciwardsville Hisli School Ednardsville. Pa. Bloomsburg. Pa. "Taylor" She is fair maiden hurrying to class with a half-dozen books 'neath her arm and a serious look upon her brow, you can assure yourself that it is Laura. This shy young maiden is very studious and has her work prepared always. Whenever a last minute cram before class occurs, everyone goes to Laura to find out the details of the assignment. She always lends a helping hand to those who need it. If not fair to outward view. As many maidens be. Her loveliness I never knew Until she smiled on me. I saw her eye was bright. well of love, a spring of light. Oh! then A Gee, I'm Got any eats? Yes, we know that "Taylor" does like to eat, but what we ran"t understand is how she manages to keep her girlish figure after eating so much. Hey, kids! starved. i Yes and quiet, too. No, she is afraid to laugh, but she believes in silent approval. Through this we feel she gets her full measure of life. Tliose of us Bashful? who know Laura best believe that behind her quiet smile and serious eyes lies a character containing all the elements of greatness, before which men will someday bow. play basketball. "Quiet, girls! Study hour is on." This Meriel. As a member of the Governing Board she has done her bit to keep the halls quiet for the girls to have peace in studying and sleeping. s another side of The class of "29 extend their heartiest wishes for vour future success, Laura. Meriel is a willing worker in the Alpha Delta Zeta Sorority and she also serves as treasurer of the Student Government. We hope that you will be as successful in after life as you have been while here at Bloomsburg. ^m f. 19 2 9 s not "Taylor" was always noted for being a good sport in High School and she's living up to her reputation more than ever now. She may be small, but you .should see her is you see a ^y^r^iriS^^TZi^iCiSSJ^^k^, 159 >^aa/?4>x^a;^a^^^ i — — ^1 OBITER L^Jgg^^isvc^J::^l'^^v^^^c^vJvrirl^clvJ!V( m MARGARET A. THOMAS Berwick High Scliool LENORE Eveter, Pa. Berwiclv, Pa. "Betty" "Tommy" s Brown Then there came a great loud rapping, As of someone loudly tapping. Tapping at the library door And in stalked THOMAS B. Exeter High School Xever "Betz" eyes, brown hair, a worry, never a care. Her kind heart and willing hand. Always place her in demand. Lenore. ous to mention. Among these friends there one tall Adonis, who is the hero of most He is the of these thrilling experiences. This is our "Betty." "Betty" has never been known to have any worries. She is famous for her optimistic outlook on life and for the fact that she boasts no member of the opposite sex has ever touched her heart. Have you ever been down to the "gym" No or any place and failed to .see her. she is always ready. Does she like to dance? There is no doubt about it. In her Junior vear. she was a member of the Girls' Glee Club, First Aid Club and great "Savidge" baseball player. the Lenore's pet pastime is to have fim by doing something startling that no other person would think of, whether it is intentional or otherwise, If boy friends." don't always know. some interesting you about "the Keally, they are too numer- you want to ask Lenore stories, we hear to tell is Sewing Club. Did you ever see the first bleacher minus "Betty" at a football game. Never She has an over amount of "pep" and enthiisiasm. but there must be a reason for Of all Lenore's abilities and arts, singing will always be first; that is, if you put If you wish to have the worst one first. your sorrows drowned in mirth, ask Lenore to give you a few grand opera selections. She can always make us laugh when she begins to sing her special songs. She can entertain Mu Phi Sigma sisters whenever they feel that they need such entertainment. . all this. "Betty" has many interests, but her chief hobby is basketball, at which she stars as a guard. "Betty's" motto is "Xever worry" or "Don'tcha care." "Everything will turn out alright, so why worry?" that is "Betty's'' favorite expres- We feel sure that Lenore will be a successful teacher, for she has the delightful personality, in addition to her scholastic abilities, which is always an asset in any know "Betty" profession. particular, — sion. When sorrowful. K'SSJ^K^lCiSiXsJZ^r^ is wearing a smile you happy about something in but behold, when it is down and her face is Oh, poor "Betty." tft>^^T5^cuivpgHex/cv^gza 160 ©a © : re^ iN:v/i>:hv>?uj>c?>i^^)>^i>^>>iri>3^>>2^i>5^j OBITER ^ U I MARGARET J. MILDRED THURSTOX THOMAS Sunbury High School Central High School Sunhury, Pa. Scraiiton. Pa. •Mig" Everyone knows She is one of our this blue-eyed Mildred comes to us from that great town of Sunhury. Although she is small of maiden. most popular On the surface, "Mig" appears to girls. be quiet, but on the contrary, she is a very light-hearted and joyous ])erson. She is always ready to laugh and join in any sport that may come along. She may seem hard to become acquainted with but when you know her .she is a friend well wortli having. One must know "Mig" to appreciate her pep, wit and humor. "Mig"s" cry of "Bring on the eats," can be heard at most any hour of the day. Boxes from home are her specialty. Our "Mig" is never worried by such trifles as her lessons. Her motto is: "Never worry, Never fret. Get what you can. And "can" what you get." 3 ? She college's stature she certainly possesses varied abilities which are of great asset to her in her chosen Mildred is an ardent student and makes use of all her free periods. That accounts for her knowing her lessons every day She is one of our good girls, not exactly quiet, for she enjoys a good time and is ready to laugh quite becomingly when the occasion arises. .\s for Mildred's future, we wi.sh you all the success and happiness that this world member of the .\lpha Delta Zeta Sorority and the Electric City Club. She is always doing her bit at parties and all other social events. is a field. "Smile and the world smiles with you. frown and you frown alone." The world is always smiling with Mildred for she rarely frowns. She is a bright student and very fond of music. She is a member of the Orchestra and the Baton Chib. Mildred sure can handle a cello. can give yovi. With such fine qualities, personality and happy disposition, none other than success can be hers, and as a final tribute to "Mig" we can say "To know her is to And we know her w^ f, 19 2 9 love her. well." >C^J?SPl">C<-J>^l5^^C^^i'! 161 "ggw^fl^ii^^a^gaif^^ Sc^l OBITER 5G1 i^J5^'i2v<^^>ri'-i^v<^->;:rn2v(<-5rifCv?j>^rLS?'-rs^ \ii^~\. ^ m RITH ANNA TROUTMAN TITMAN E. Klo(iin>l>iir^ HisI' Seliiisgrove Soliocil A Blue eyes, rosy cheeks, blonde hair and winninj; that's smile, she. A "hello," which is the first step in Ruth tance, but that is not half. sport; also, a good student. Our Ruth a is girl of the is a a years ago. in Florida, terest. It trip in good Anna at all schools, unusual to hear Ruth say about Monday or Tuesday, "I am going to New York City or Philadeljihia hel]) others and — that true, alis our commonly known is in Anna her her week-end." In addition to being a globe trotter, Ruth has to her credit two years of successful teaching. this is a real time properly work. She is student and distributes in applying herself to frequently seen in the library, busily engaged in selecting materials which she knows will be of use both to herself as a student teacher and the pu,\nyone with pils under her su])ervision. such an attitude is bound to be successful. Since Ruth has blonde hair she has made up her mind that her life mate shall have blonde hair, too. a friend loyal Even though Anna did not live in the dormitory, she found great pleasure working in private homes, thus earning her way However, she will be through college. greatly missed by her Junior locker-mates, for at every Senior gymnasium period a shrill voice was beard calling out, "Say, kids, what time is it?" around the world several not to not only a lover of nature, taldramatics, but she also displays Her fondness for capability in athletics. volleyball shows itself in her playing, and also in her interest in all games that have been played here at the college. ented The winter of 192H she spent Cuba and other places of inis willing smiling dark-haired Anna, as "Annie." wide experience. Besides the e\|ierience Ruth had good sport, wa\'s cheery acquain- Bloomsburg ColShe graduated from "Ruth lege Preparatory Course in 1921. E." decided she would like "real college" life in a dormitory, and so she joined the "fioucher Gang." We were happy to have Ruth return to us again in 1927-28. She is here now, hut let me whisper, "It is for a degree." Pa. ".\niiie" "Kutli K." a High School .Seliiisgrove, Bkxmishuis, Pa. Here's to vour luck. Of Anna "A it may willing be truthfully said: heart, a helping hand, Alwavs readv on demand." '^] ^^(^gg^ggS flri:sI'>5^n^C(-r5ctrJ:^^^? 162 1 ^ 9 a Q \^o I — f^ ai OBITER i's:v^i>::hi>g^y>Q->A'>g^)>Q^i>^^>^j(>g^»g-^i>g^j I^ i: I t I 5 VERNA MARGARET INBEWUST Benton Vooational His'' Benton. Pa. •Peg" Val" Who is that vivacious girl with those It's none other than our fascinating eyes? own dear "Val" the fourth musketeer. station. One of way Margaret's many charms is — her she may appear sophistionly they knew her as we do, what a wDrld of difference it would make. She is a unique type, one that keeps you guessing. To many people willingness to listen to her good listener is al.\ friend's troubles. ways appreciated. anti cated, but Margaret is naturally quiet and at times This she may be seen lost in day dreams. is a warning to tho.se who know her that a new poem is about to lie ])roduced. troit. Interested in sports? Well, 1 guess. "Val" the proud possessor of a "B," which she so rightly deserved since she persevered to the end to earn it. is at any time you are over-worked, go Margaret; she says, "There is time for If s if "Val" is often caught day dreaming after she gets her mail from Detroit. Never mind, vou'U soon get vour male from De- Margaret is the President of the Current Literature Club, and she contributes poems to the Maroon and Gold. to VALENCE "She's sweet of disposition. She's loving, wise and kind. She's full of true affection. She can not be defined." Marjraret comes to us from Benton. She is one of the reasons why the B. & S. train Although is able to continue running daily. she is often the last one to get on, she makes it, even if it is necessary to race to the next quiet E. .Altoona Senior Hisli School .Vltoona. Pa. School student and student teacher, "\'al" How envious we are of the little ones who can claim her as their teacher some day. Will she teach long? Well we hope so. However, strange things do happen. .\s a everything." is Our best wishes follow you, "Peg," when we find new paths at the end of the school vear. a whiz. At any rate, no matter where you go, or what you jmdertake, "Val" whether it be the teaching profession or you have the sincerest wishes of your gang and all — , wlio ^ 19 2 9 know ?g^I?gr)gg^X5^-j|>a^A'? 163 vou. f?4>X^a;^31|^$^ 5 ^ w OBITER ALICE L'J5^'-gvc>J:^n^vio5^rcv(^^rirgau'y< I. THEODORE VITAL VEETY Newport Higli Scliool Glen Lyon, Pa. Falls Overfield Vocational School Clark's Summit, I'a. •Ted" ••Allie" ? "Ted" came us from Xewport High just four years ago. His disposition, being that of a quiet, unassuming person, caused us to wonder just what he would mean to us. We did not wait long, however, for "Ted" soon won a place in our hearts. glance one would tliink Alice is But take another look at a very quiet girl. those big brown eves and you will see that they talk almost as much as Alice does herself. Alice is not only quite talkative She makes but she is always sociable. friends very easily, for she always wears a smile and is always willing to help others. At first is studies. — for fun. We mate." wondered why Alice went home Can it be that she wants to "PHIL" her eyes of him? We wonder??? We shall miss you vtry much, "Allie." so all much to "Ted" was not a bit shy of tlie ladies and finally acknowledged that he was doing his jiart in amusing tliem. All men like rliicken in some way, but the thing "Ted" likes better than chicken is "more chicken." "Ted" is a lover of books but books are He has found his "soul not his only love. a conscientious worker in her However, she feels that there is time for work and play. Just drop in on 370 and you will .see what time slie takes Alice He was one of the best student teachers ever had. Probably it was beMiss D cause of the inspiration. We do not know this year. his plans are for the future hut we wish vou success in all vou do. Good luck what You are a source of sunshine for a rainy We could hardly have done without you on our volley team. That, "Sock it. kid!"' would serve as an inspiration for any- I day. one. May career. of ^m luck be yours in your teaching Best wishes from your classmates all "29. rr'^<3JXicKy^J5^'i: tft>^/G^<*^^v?ygHeixvg^e^; 164 loa© ivrv^J>:hi>3^J>Qoi"?^)>:ri>^i>Si-i>3->>c^lv^j OBITER I MARY G. WALSH MELTHA WARMOLTH Larksville High School Larksville, Pa. Kdwardsville HiRh School Edwardsville. Pa. Mary you can picture to yourself rollicking, carefree, mirthful girl If a Straight black hair, snappy brown eves a win.some smile, thafs Meltha. She's a true friend and a real good sport. She is always willing to do or go anywhere anvone suggests, and you will find her a helping hand at anytime. and Jolly, with a companionable disposition, you have Mary. Wasn't it she who entertained the class and was the center of all laughter? i Her interests were many and varied; when teaching she was always interested and ready to help the children, but when outside of class all her attention was turned to a certain young person from North Hall. Good naturedness was one of her qualities. Didn't Mary go around for a week Meltha spends her spare time wishing she were home, and every day that passes she certainly has it marked off on the calendar. with a red no.se as a result of not being able to refuse the two Pegs, her roommates, the privilege of practising on her Meltha's voice can be heard at all hours of the day and her most noted cry is. "Is the mail in?" nose? We are glad .Meltha chose the Primary Group, because her sunny disposition will The Delta Phi Sigma tunate either sees or pretends to see only the bright side of this world. She has no Good vours I &^ in luck. Just the same. those .\dieu. Meltha. and if in this wide world you ever meet trouble, remember "Smile." and the trouble will disappear. Mary, and may success be vour future 19 a all 9 for- mem- .\lthough her motto is "Never do today when you can do tomorrow." she gets there hope that Mary may continue to rush her way into the hearts of with whom she comes in contact. is surely bring her suc^J>:ri>^iJioi'! 165 e^>:*^!S^2Si\WS^. 5 ^j^\ OBITER \i^jz^^:^is'jz^triiss^j::^ir^a^jz^ i HELEN MERRILL AVATTS ANNA MARY WASLEY Slu'iiaiuloali High Sheiiandoali, Eagles Mere High School Eagles Mere. Pa. Scliool l>a. "Anna .Mary" Just a "Anna little Man" Do you know Helen? is gone. hind her an impression that amuses, brightens or eheers. "Anna Mary's" grin has often chased the blues away for gloom cannot witlistand her dimples and beaming countenance. We ])ies, If not, you really She should become acquainted with her. has just the color red hair that you like, big brown eyes and a winning smile. With such a description, plus a large quantity of personality added to it, who could help but a)ipreciate her friendship? happy word and But she leaves be- smile, a little certainly does like sports, too. a baseball game, she gets up to bat you may be sure that the result will Not only in baseball does be a home-run. Helen portray her sportsmanship, but also In fact, whatever she does, in basketball. Helen When always remember the delicious cakes and fudge that she shared with will lier friends. "Anna Mary" has ardently supported her Alma Mater in the way of student activities. As a member of the Girls" Chorus, in she does well. way into our hearts. The Mu Phi Sigma cherishes her friendThrough whatever paths, Life may ship. Despite the fact tliat Helen is so interested in sports, she never has neglected her studies. She is a firm believer in that old adage, "Business before pleasure." she sang her take you, may you always find happiness at every turn. Since Helen has all which are necessary of the characteristics a good teacher, we in are sure she will achieve success in her chosen profession. We wish you, Helen, all the luck and happiness which it is possible to attain. ^^li^ag^gs rif^J<-!5^'\::^-»5fiTiv!l-'5^ 166 i Tunn^a ivroj>jv,i>?i.»2^i>^»^i>^i>iri>5^>>2:^i35yi IF ^ 1^^ OBITER I MARGARET ELIZABETH WICKIZER HELEN MAE WHEATON ('nii!;hlin Wilke—ISane, Blackie" Who is tlie Falls Overflelcl A ocational High l.ake \\inola. Pa. Hisli School P;i. •PeggieIll with the pretty smile? tliat's "Blackie." Yes, Those eyes and dimples cer- girl "Blackie." tainly draw the fall of 1927 there C, from Lake Winola, T. Oh. don't you know, it's School came a to rather B. S. ? tall, blonde haired, blue eyed miss, known as "Peggie." Before she had been here many weeks we discovered in "Peggie" a real ar- attention. "Blackie's" preat at any kind of sport. really don't know what the hockey team would have done without Helen to hack them. Oh, boy, at hasketball, she is a star. Baseball is one of her best sports, because she is great at batting, as well as running the ba.ses. tistic ability. We By the end of the first .semester many of the Waller Hall girls were surprised to find that "Peggie" was taking a great number of .\'s and B's from the marks of the Freshman class. "Peggie" We and often wondered wliat the attraction was down at Beckley, but it was .solved when Bob's letter arrived with the Harrisburg post mark on it. is does. has a very quiet ilisjjosition very dependable in everything she "To know her is to love her." Whenever there are any eats sent from home "Peggie" is always among those who are present for the feed, after nine-thirty. We often wonder why "Peggie" was so glad to spend the whole eighteen weeks in Berwick. There must have been some other attraction besides the student teaching. How about it. "Peggie"? We still wonder if "Peggie" may be seen in the t'hevrolct Coupe during week-ends and va- Helen was elected \'ice President of the Phi Sigma Sorority. She is a willing worker and always ready to work for tlie Mu welfare of the Sorority. Sweet, smart and active. Clever and attractive; That's our "Blackie." cation at home. "Peggie," we are sure that you will be successful in everything you undertake, and the very best wishes of the class of '29 go with vou. S h^S. 19 a 9 '6 >ct-l52ria^^75ip^^^l3^^» 167 rJ'g^^a^^o^g^galt^ iS:a^ ^m\ OBIXER '^i u DOROTHY ALBERTA WILLL\MS E. WILLL\>IS Edwardsville High School Hughestown High School Kdward-ivllle. Pa. Pitt>ton. Pa. "Dottie" •Al" — To know her is to love her. \Villiams, of course. Who? — "Al" There's a certain interest at Penn State "Al" has won many a heart, both male and female, through her pleasant disposiHer readiness for a good time, her tion. attitude toward athletics, her interests in which means a lot of, well you know what, for "Dot." If she didn't get her daily letShe ter. I don't know what would happen. certainly lives on love, besides wliat she society and, as a whole, her ability as a student, has resulted in a wide circle of eats. .\t soul. friends. Everyone wondered why "Al" could be seen strolling down town every night at We high."' "Al" We is a all wonder whyr member of the Mu any sport, '"Dot" is there, heart and She supports her team and school with the best of spirit. At basketball she is a star. It's no use to say anrtbing about hockey, as her team was champs. If you need anything mended just bring it up to room 363. as "Dottie" belongs to Sewing Club. She certainly can use a needle to its best advantages. could guess. Many of the girls would remark. "I don't see how she does it." This year we find among '"Al's" letters a number of them stamped "Lefour-ten. "Dot" There's a certain girl in Waller Hall who causes one's eyes to glance the second time. That certain party in "Dottie." Black hair, blue eyes, winning smile are her outstandFor jiersonality well ing characteristics. no one can beat her. Here's to a lassie that's fair as can be. Fair and square as you can see. At dancing we all know "Al." As a friend, she's a great little pal. Phi Sigma As Corresponding Secretary of the Delta Phi Sigma, "Dot" surely fulfills the office. She received her numerals for participation in athletics during her first year. We could count on "Al" being on any team hockey, basketball or baseball. She was often seen on the tennis court swinging a racket. "Al's" greatest hobby is dancing. Whenever any of ".Vis girl friends were not in the gJTn, "Al" never Sororitj". Let's give "Dot" a toast, girl for whom we all can boast. So here's a wish for luck and happiness too. What B. S. T. C. students wish to vou. — A " lacked a partner. ^^S^llggigg?^ r4r£5j^^5GoiCC-»5aoaci^ 168 19^9 ' ^^ ESB»SVSA» "^ I ELIZABETH H. ELIZABETH LUCRETIA WILLIAMS WILLIASIS Scranton Central High School Edwardsville High School Edwardsville. Pa. "Liz" Scranton. Pa. •Libby" "Wit and humor brighten the darkest Who cor- is this tall, coming down the attractive looking girl That is Elizabeth Williams. We thought every one knew her. .She is a great girl, always happy and cheerful, making life happier for others. She is always there when she is asked to do her ners."' comparatively easy to describe most by using sweet, lovable, clever, inFor our "Libtelligent, adorable and such. bv" we need new words and different combinations of the old words, for "Libby" is It is girls Vou part. activities She has a combinadecidedly "different." tion of all these qualities with wit, humor and an indetinabie quality of personality, which endears her to all she meets. will find our of hall? her school, Dramatic Club and She is also in the foremost especially active "Mu Phi Sigma Sogreat lover of sports. You know she was on the team which won the Senior hockey chainpi(mship this year. She sure is a staunch backer of football and basketball teams. You can understand why basketball, as we have a few "tall" fellows on the team. in rority." But "Lib" does more than make others happy through her radiant personality. She possesses a rare spirit of leadership and conscientiousness, which has been evidenced in her capable work for the -Student Government Organization. Elizabeth fore we are Yes, she is. as you would expect, very clever in her studies and contributes many She original opinions in class discussion. shows evidence of a decided literary flare and we all predict for her a brilliant literarv career. One Two a girl all all for "Bloom," there- for her. bit of radiant sunshine. bits of Three And is a pep and good cheer. bits of all that's nicest. you've the spirit of "Liz." "^ v^l 1 9aQ issg^5r>;:tg.^^?gv^>azg3&ssar^=8v:sa^g^-w^^a^ 169 ^ OBITER i^J5^'-i:vc.j::^i'-i^v^^'^rrT:v(^^ri<-iX.?J5^a>v^'J%fi i G. WILLIA.MS Blakely Hisli seliool Peckville. Pa. Slatinstoii. Pa. "Wanie" ".laiiie" "Wanie," as she is known better by this name, because her first has caused many to twi.st their tongues trying to say it, is one of the best natured girls at school. A glance at her would leave the impression Everyone knows our "Janie." .lane, with the lifrlit hair and blue eyes. Jane can always be seen but very seldom heard, for she" travels throujih tlie halls to and from When you classes as quietly as a mouse. do hear Jane she is always singing. She has a lovely voice and likes to help herself and her roommates over some rough stone Her pleasing voice with a .song of cheer. won her a place in the Glee Club and could very often be heard entertaining the "Y" members at the Wednesday night meetings. of a very quiet girl, but a visit to room 363 would soon change your opinion. It is not all foolishness, hut real fun. if you come to room 363. "Wanie" carried out her office as fire lieutenant very well. Her fine company is to be recommended on third flour in the "annex." Jane is very much interested in sports and has played on the volleyball and hockey teams, but she would much rather give her time as President of the Mu Phi Sigma Sorority to guide them through a very suc- "Wanie's" hobby is athletics. In her Freshman year she was a member of the hockey team, basketball and won the girls' championship in tennis. I don't know what we would have done without her. .\t any sport, "Wanie" supports her school and team with the best of spirit. She is a member of the Delta Phi Sigma Sorority and holds the office of Vice Presi- cessful year. Although many other organizations have Jane as a member, the Y. W. C. A. claim and appreciate her as one of their best workers. What the "Y" would ever have done without her is hard to tell. We are sure that Jane will be very successful as a Primary teacher, and as a word we say: 5S MYFANWY JANE WILLIAMS Slatington Hisli School of farewell, m1 dent. She is always ready We to lend a help- work to he done. wish "Wanie" success and luck when ing hand when there is she leaves B. S. T. C. — they bud, "The years are like flowers bloom and fade. But they leave behind sweet fragrance, in the friendships we have made." ^^^^|g^i^B?>g5A^Vgg-^i>:?>i>j^»g?>A>g-')>2ri>g^i>s<"i>g^>>Q^i>g^J OBITER 1^S3B I OLIVER S. KATHRYN WILSON \V1LLIAMS Central High School Seranton. Pa. NaiitUoke High School Hanover Township "Katink" •Olie" Whenever girls on third floor licard the cry, "Oh, kid, come on over till I tell you the .joke I beard this week-end," they all knew that to be the signal for the "clan" to gather in room 820 to hear some of by his friends, came to us two weeks late from N'anticoke Hipli School. In spite of the handicap of a late hepinninp he came through his Fresh"Olie," as Oliver man year is called with flying colors. "Katink's" famous stories. 'I'hey all liked to collect in her room anyway, for, if she had just returned from home on Sunday night, there always was a reason, even though reducing had become 3^J>2^1>^»2nl>^»SrlV?^>>!2^1>J^J [^ OBIXER ff i ESTHER WRIGHT ESTHER WRL'BLE Berwick High School Kingston High School Berwick, Pa. Kingston. Pa. "Es" "Wriglitie" Esther is brown lijrlit of medium lieipht, lias curl (less) locks, and, altlioufrh avoirdupois and Esther may be distantly would never guess it. er related, Her chief delight is in startling room with: "No gym today," you the lockor "Un- expected test in English Composition and !" When these statements it was dreadful have caused sufficient excitement to satisfy this apparently demure person, the mask drops off and a smile appears, telling us all that we have been the victims of anShe has escaped other of Esther's jokes. so far without being mobbed. She ever, has her schitlarly when she packs away — for Esther edge Is a moments, a lot of howknowl- good student. Always ready to help the other fellow and a good companion, especially if furnished with any kind will the cherished chocolate bar do We hear occasional murinurlngs about a certain someone in the region of Hazleton and a nice dance now and then. Are we sure that these murnmrings are authentic? Oh, no! we aren't, because our "Wrightie" doesn't wear her dates on her sleeve. i ^^^1 19 a Q "In youtli antl beauty wisdom is liut rare." A rare mixture of seriousness and contagious mirth are the qualities that bind her friends to Esther. Esther has many acquaintances, for her winning smile with the dimples peei)lng out at both corners. makes her well known. "Es" has intellect and this doesn't mean she stays in and studies. She has manager written all over her and a capable one she has proven herself to be. Her opinion is not only contributed in Current Literature Club, Supervisor's Board and Tau Phi Epsilon, but is solicited and highly valued. .\ great lover of all types of good literature is "Es." Poetry Is her "meat." Anything from G. Kichmond to Socrates appeals to her. In future life we foresee a short time as a school marm for various reasons, hut the foresight of humans is but to laugh in the sight of fate. OBITER Mfc^^^ KENNETH L^J^^'^gvCvJ:>ft>^^;.^v5rrI^^fc,('Jy«^gv^vJvr^a^J«J:y^ E. MARION YOCUM "Ken" entered Teachers" College fall of He was "25. in considered a silent of that class until he became known by his charming personality and his knowledge of all subjects, especially history and might consider him as mathematics. We the scholar of the class by Emerson's definition of "Man Thinking." Marion always believes in looking at the bright side of life; never a cloud or a gloom comes her way. Her motto is, "Never trouble trouble till trouble troubles you.'' She is a true and loyal friend and always greets one with a pleasant and happy smile. All of those bring about the sweet disposition that Marion possesses. "Ken's" ability has been e.xtended beyond his regular studies, for he has been an enthusiastic supporter of all music clubs, being a member of the Mixed Chorus, '27; Men's Glee Club, "28, '29; Orchestra, "29 and Music -Appreciation Club, '2ti. His activity along other lines made him Secretary of the Teachers' Art Guild, '27, Associate Editor of the Maroon and Gold, '26 and '28 and a member of the Local History Club, '28. — Talk about being industrious well, she She never neis that and even more. glects her work on account of other affairs. sure We He has very little time for the opposite for it is he who brushes off the dust and cuts the pages of the old volumes in He is much interested in our library. geneology and uses the library to satisfy in life. "A helping hand, a willing heart, .\lways ready for any part. A wonderful girl, a friend so true. What more can one wish of vou." Some people are born great, but it is with confidence that the class of "29 pre- v: sure that Marion will find joy in teaching and in any other undertaking this interest. will achieve greatness. ^IS^B^r^ uX^vr feel and success sex, "Ken" YOUNG "Still water runs deep." This applies to Marion. She appears to be quiet, but when one becomes acquainted with her, one discovers that she is full of fun. She is a dependable sort of person, and with this she carried a pleasing jiersonality. She is a real student and distributes her time in applying herself to her school work. tlie member dicts that E. Kingston Township Higli Selioo! M yoming. Pa. Bloomsburg High School Bloomsburg. Pa. "Ken" "Sorooge" ^j>rAci^jt>?gt^^>gc-j^Q'-g^^J>^ 174 19 a 9 ^e " '^^ i>:V|5ipi>3-»^A'>^)>^l>C^»^l>S^»2?^l>5i'J OBITER U% I BEATRICE ZARR STELLA EUGENL\ ZATAVETSKI Benton Vocation High School Plvmontli High School Benton. Pa. "Bee" A Phmouth. good natured person is one who can M. and sing about it. One of the chief interests of our friend athletics. Sometimes we feel that instead of the name Stella, Jim (Gym), would suit her better. She is a lover of all sports, particularly basketball. If you sec a snappy game of basketball, you may well think that Stella is an active participant. get up at 3:30 A. "Bee"" is that way. Stella The early hours of morn never effect her cheery disposition. Her letters often have on them the champion long distance postmark. Altliough her in her studies, .\side from that she is a valuable member of the College Symphony Orchestra, where slie can display her ability on tlie violin. "Bee"" doesn"t confine her talent to the violin alone but plays the piano equally well. mind may wander, she stands high Although athletics play an important part her school life, she, by no means, ignores her studies. .\lmost any night you can see "Stell" with notebook and text occupying a reserved seat in the upstairs lobby. Yes, inded. she believes in the motto, "Work now and play after!"" "If you want a girl who's tried and true, If you want a girl who's all true blue. If "Bee"" is popular and has a host of friends, which she does not believe in confining to the feminine sex alone. \'ariety is the spice of life. all a worker when there"s work If you want a jolly sport to chum with you. If you want an all "round Then III sav. "Get Stell". college girl, too. that Success and happiness to you, "Bee,"' vour future you want to do. and cannot help but make good, but what about musical ability, "Bee"'? is in She is a first-rate basketball and hockey player and an excellent dancer. Her siiecialty is solo dancing and she is always sure of an audience. "Bee"" intends to be a teacher Pa. "Stell" in life. 1 19 a 9 >g^^?^y?gvx>::piS^j^j>ao > 175 <^w^fl^>a>^sa^>2aii^^ ^ OBITER iivJ«i<^cvc^!:>rc'-»2v<^^rrn:v('-5irifCviJ5^a>^'J3ifi ANNA A. ZIEMBA High School Simpson. Pa. "Ked" ".inn- ELEANOR Fell One thing worth Who Does it take ".Viin" long to get acquaintNot much. Her jovial and sympafor her a wide circle "Ann's" chief hobby is dancing and "Ann's" graceful form was missed in tlie gym the first nine weeks of this year. What was the reason? ".\nn" was busily teaching the little cherubs at Berwick. However, rumor would have it that "Ann" didn't miss Bloomsburg one bit, for that "certain party" consumed much of ".^nn's" Love her? "Buddy" takes a great yet her school work is not neglected for she ranks as one of the highest in scholastic standing. the only accomplishment of Her scholastic standing has won the admiration of teachers and classmates alike. "Ann" is also interested in isn't the after-dinner gym crowd the dances I Ask the so- Yet when she seriously (?) talks of taking advanced work in music we doubt rorities! — won her numerals during her for look at her popularity with the brutal sex! But one can't help loving her, so do you wonder? Freshman year. She sure did work hard to make the Obiter a success. AVe all know that ".\nn" will be a suc- ^^Ifg^^^Siga^ Ask Like her playing? at her cess in all her undertakings. ing you success and luck. once. interest in all ac- tivities of the school, being a member of the Orchestra, First-.\id, Dramatic and "B" Clubs. She never misses a social event, this lively girl. She its best. Ask them troubled one. time. athletics. helps friendship at Where's "Buddy?" Then around the corner comes a sweet smiling face which immediately changes to undertake the serious mother role of her gang, ready to help the of friends at B. S. T. C. Dancing while having Is a friend who's stood the test. Such a one is our dear "Buddy," ed? won ZYDAXOWICZ Newport High Scliool Glen Lyon. Pa. "Buddy" Tall of .stature, fair of face, Red hair and full of grace. That's ',\nn." thetic nature has .M. m. That she may be blessed with happiness and success in her future life is the sincere wish of her gang and all that knew her. Here's wish- Ci'TiC^-»5fiOi«CJ5^ 176 19 2© mi w IS OBITER ivr»^J>:ML>^»2?>i>!P^)>^i>^»iri>^»2^i35^j f 13 iig I Ralph Davies Charles Poole Editor-in-Chief Riixiiuss Manaqer ? The 1929 Obiter ----._... -----.._ Ralpit Davies Charles Poole Editor-in-Chief Business Manager EDITORIAL STAFF AXXA ZlEMBA ? -----.._ -.-_.. -------. -----.. ----... ------.-.. ---... ------... ---... ----Secretary to the Editor Lawrence Creasv Associate Editor Margi-erite Keithlixe Assistant Editor MiRiEL JoxEs Margaret Bower Assistant Editor Dorothy Schmidt Eleanor Amos Robert Davis Grace Kivler _ . Stenographer Stenographer Art Editor Athletic Editor Calendar Editor BUSINESS STAFF Isabel Cheloskv Elizabeth L. Williams The i ^^1 Assistant Business Staff wishes to acknowled^'t- the assistance of Professor Professor S. L. Wilson, and H. w Assistant Business 19 a Q W. George Manager Manager J. Keller, Kiessling. >Ayg^^^.>?4rwsfl>'gBw^a/2av^sa»2ail^^ 177 ^. OBITER HL^^&g^ft^^ I i s s AxXA ZlEMBA Secretary to the Editor Laavhexce Creasy .txsocinti- Editor Marguerite Kiethlise Assintant Editor I k^^lE^ Bsaeai 178 19 a q i^^ I^ iVr^J>^iX?^J>2?>l>^)>2rl>5^»iri>3.»27^1>5^J OBITER li^ ff Makgahet Bower MrRIEI. JOXES .4.ixixl(nil Editor Stenographer 1929 OBITER Dorothy Schmidt Eleanor Ajios ^r< Editor Stenographer 9a9 1 ?v^-^:pi>rv;:5iri>;3Jij^oi'; 179 ^1^^ ^^^^1 k OB ITER 1^^ |ie>^-.ie<^e^ve*^i.(v^gs.'^a^^rRcv U Robert Davis Athhtie Eililnr GhaCE KlTLEE CaUndnr Editar 1929 Isabel OBITER Chelosky Elizabeth L. AVilll\5is Asshtant Business ilanui/ii Assistant Biisinrss i riri:sj^^5^'^>vi-r>firi>^^ 180 Manager 9a Q 1^^ OBIXER V>^>^^W*>»vg V>^^>^V^*^*'-^-* ^v>n^s^v>Ji To Those The To some (lays pass it it the goal for which I For some ous ui)hill come. finally —the thought of leaving who have come l)rings Follow and graduation has hrings sadness hind those friends to all of us Who to mean hapjMness as well we have so he- much; but —having attained striven so long. of us college has been one long, continu- grind; for others the going has not been so hazardous but for of us all it has been a i)rotitable ad- venture. And now spirit that has that we are leaving dominated our displayed; that those who it is our wish that the class will continue to be follow will continue to "carry on" for the institution that they have learned to love. Class of '29. t 3 i 19 2 9 >5^152Pl>:VJ3ri'-»5viv.5rrT2v(«J5ri<-cvTvJ5^'i>^«j:i^ m ^ ^ I I n ^ ^J^|[gSj^fa&^C.g^^gg^ 4riiri'J5^'^s:i-»5rioi^-^ 184 iQ a Q 1^^ z^ mi f ^ OBIXER iVVI>::f.i>5Wi>S^l">^)>^l>5-'l>firl>3->.^22^i>5^J Class of 1930 OFFICERS Clarence Rn h - - President - TurRSABEliT ScHlVLEIi /'/((' Norma .1. Kxoll Robert Deu E. H. Reams Prcxidciit mill llistoriiiii - _ Secrclari/ . ----- _ - . Treamircr Advisor ('l.AHi:xti: Hrcil Junior History Tlie Junior Class of the State Teaolurs Colleg^I?sri'>gV'J^ipacpi>ao>^ 185 >:sa^?^'wx5i^E|^^ OBITER \bJ^^^^SA''^Z^Lni>S'JZr£r^\i'JSr£c^sJ^v^«»vnvsflyva w^a^ygV>8/2gav:i=czj DoROTHV FooTE, Dramatic Club, Bloomsburg, Ph. -M.. President of "B" Club. "29; '29; "-iS. Orchestra, "27; Mixed Chorus. "28; Corresponding Secretary Hockey Team, Havex Omega FoRTXER, Psi "29; Social Committee, Phi Sigma. "29; Junior Team; Alpha President Bloomsburg Players; Tennis Bloomsburg, Pa. AV., Mu "29. Fraternity; Boys" Glee Club; Student Council; "Speaking to Father,'" Play Tournament; I.ettermen's Club. Fritz. J.vsper M., Bloomsburg, Pa. Football. Richard D., Bloomsburg, Pa. Manager of Baseball, "27; Manager 27. "28; Baseball. "28, "29; Football, "26; Frysiihe. Orchestra, Football, "27; Phi President of Phi Gori.D. Gilbert, Xanticoke, Pa. I "2fi. Pramatic Club. "28. Science Club, "27. "28, "29; Lambda, "27, "29; "28, Assistant "27, '28. Lambda; Student Council of North Hall: Community Council: Nanticoke Club. President of North Hall Student Government. '29; H.iRixc. Rot HiDLW. H.\Roi.D J., Espy, Pa. TracK Team, Raymond Hodges. Club, T., Geographic Society, Club, '28; M., Bloomsburg, Pa. Phi Sigma, "28; .\lpha Psi '27; Class Night Committee, "28; E., Tournament. Council Baseball, "27: '29; Treasurer. Freshman Class Play; Dramatic Club; Vice PresiOmega Fraternity; Christmas Dance Committee, '28. '28. French Club; First .\id Club; Sewing Cub; Tennis "B" Club. fleograpbic Society. I'a. '29: .liiiiior and Senior '27. Debate. President, 28; Dramatic Club. "2(i: Representative Student '28. JoxES, Elfed. Nanticoke. Pa. of "28, Speech Arts Club; Social Committee, Bloomsburg, Pa. '27. '28; .toHX. Charles A.. Mainville. '28, Secretary, '28. '29. Mixed Chorus, Holvba, Josephixe M., Berwick, Pa. Huttox, Helex '27, President Phi Lambda, '27; President Electric City Scranton, Pa. Community Government, Hoffmax, K.\rleex "27, Locker Room, Secretary North Hall Student Government, '28; President Y. M. C. A., '28, '29; Mu Glee "27; '29; Secretary dent Men"s Glee Club; Current Events Club. Nescopeck, Pa. J.. .\ssistant Coach of Basketball and Football; Men; Vice President Dramatic Club; Honorary Fraternity; Coach .\ssistant Dean of Track; Let- termen's Club. JoxES, \Vii.i.L\.M M., Taylor, Pa. Government, '29; Omega Phi Lambda, '27; Chi Fraternity. 187 Geographic Society; North Hall Student ^i w m OBITER K-^LWEiT. Albert Keli.ee. Armund ie.<^B^-«ivv BK'vo«a.^vBV«gvvBWN(eail^gijia C. Nanticoke. Pa. Norma Assistant Basketball Manager. Dramatic Club, "27, "28, "29; Alpha Track Team, "26, "27; Lettermens Club. Psi "29. Dmepa Foot- ; Sophomore Representative on Governing Board; Vice "28, President, '29; Chairman Social Committee Xantieoke, Pa. J.. President of Tau Kappa Phi Sorority, Women's Student Ciovernment KxoLL, P.\rL Lambda; G., Bloonisburfr, Pa. ball, "26, "27, "28, '29; KxoLi,. Plii "2S, "29. Association, B., Mainville. Pa. Krafchik, Joseph T., Glen Lyon. Pa. Football. matic Club, "28; Lettermen's Club. Kh,\vsack. Alex J., Plymouth. Pa. "27. "28; Football Captain, Baseball. "27; '2G, "27, "28: Ba .ketball. '26; Dra- Basketball, "26; Baseball; Dramatic Club; President of North Hall Student Government; President Plymouth Club. Kl-htz, Samuel W., Milton, Pa. Men"s Glee Club, Maroon and Gold Dance Orchestra, dent, "29; and Gold, "29; Dramatic Club, "28, "29; Symphony '28, "29; Advertising Manager of Maroon Orchestra, '28, Presi- "29. Mav.vx, Coletta M.. Bloonisl)urg, Pa. Tennis Tournament; tiirls" Chorus; Sewing Club; First Aid. Michael. .Vrthir L.. Berwick. Pa. Science Club. Miller, Earl R., Bloomsburg, Pa. '28; Tribunal. "27; Football Assistant "27, Manager Dramatic Club; CJeographic Society; Omega Chi Frater- Morris. .Iohx E.. Forty-Fort, Pa. nity, Manager Phi Lambda; Practical Arts Club. Sergeant of Arms, Nelsox, Marie "27, F., Catawis.sa, Pa. Treasurer, "28. Geographic Society; Current Events Club; Lantern Club. 0"CoxxELL. Mahrue. Asblcy, Pa. President Alpha Delta. "27; Y. \V. C. A. Cabinet; Vice President of Community Government; Alpha Psi Omega; "B" Club; Dramatic Club. Mu Oswald. Margaret H., Scranton. Pa. "B"" Club; Glee Club; Phi Sigma: President Y. \V. C. \. Student Council; Book Club. Pettit. K-xthryx, Bloomsburg, Pa. College Symphony Orchestra; President and Trea"The Goose Hangs High"; Maroon and Gold Orchestra; Treasurer Student Richards, Edgar E., Alden Station, Pa. surer, Organization; Student Council; Representative of the .Junior Class; Vice President Music Appreciation Club. "27. % i;^^|^ggz^faVHA^e.g^ft*d/ 8^a.^g;<^^e#:;i:2^1^^l'»2^1'>C^»Srl>C^»>2ri>3^»SM>5^J f RrcH. Cl.\rknce Berwick. Pa. A., Varsity Basketliall, .Juninr (lass President; nraniatie Treasurer I.eftennen"s Club; "2(i; C'liili; Kncitliall. "2(i, Captain '27. .Iiiiiior Captain '-'K Elect, '29; Secretary Nortli Hall Student CJovernment. Saxofrs. H-kzel. Benton. Pa. SciiVYLEH. Thvrs.vbeht. French Club, '27; Myra .SiiARPi-Ess. Pa. BlooMisburjT, Sewing Club, '28; Bloonishurir. Pa. -S., Phi Sijrnia Current Events ; Vice President .luniiir Class; W. C. A.; Cluli. Society; Current Events. Secretary Glee Cluli; Mixed Chorus; Y. Camp Delta Zeta Sorority; Mu CIeof:ra])liic Sherwood. Ixa M., Tunkliannock. Pa. .\lplia Society; Current Events Club. Gei>)rrai)liic Fire Ciirls; Tennis Tournament. Sponseller. Nevix. Mainville. Pa. Stixer. Cyrii. W., Oraufreville. Pa. SwARTZ. Margaret '29; Mu WiLLUM Basketball, .\n. '2-5; T., '27, "28; First Aid Club; Junior Women's Student Government Association, Clul). Trcverton, Pa. Dramatic Club; Football, Pre.sident Student Tribunal, '25, '26; '24, '25, Captain, '26, '28; Baseball; Track; Lettermen's Club. Rav. Bloomshurg, Pa. W.\DAs. Charles .\lden J., Club; Football, ment. Treasurer, WrLsox. Robert '26, Geographic Society, Pa. Phi Sigma; President Student Council; "B" SwixEHART. Thomas. Millville, I.. -Hockey Team; tieofrraphic Society. C '26, '27, Station, '2T, Pa. Treasurer Freshman Class; Treasurer Dramatic '28; Basketball, '27, '28; Baseball, '27, '28; Vice President, Bloomsburg, Pa. '28; Baseball, Student Govern- President of Lettermen's Club. '27, Captain, '28; .Junior Varsity Basketball, Captain, '27; Captain of Class Football Team, '26. "27, '28; Vice President Letter- men's Club. Yeageh, Hazel v., Catawissa Pa. Geographic Society; Rural Club; Lantern Slide Club. Yeager. Wh.liam Symjihony Orchestra. '28; B., Dallas, Pa. Maroon and Gold Staff, '27, '28; Business Men's Student (iovernment, "28. '27, "28; Manager of North Hall Orchestra, Maroon and '27, CJold, '28, "29; ^1 OBITER ie>/^&g<«^ I f \ ic>g^e/^c>gifl^:^agxft>g. t<^CsjM5^-r5fir 190 19 a Q OBIXER y>^^>vg>^»»^^^^^»>'«^^'^*>'-* ^^^2^»^^i g i Class of 1931 OFFICERS I Edward Dk Voe David Baker - I'lVf I'rc.iiiifiit Dorothy Kisxer Sccrcltirii Chester Hess Treasurer DoHOTHV \olGT Ilistiirian Prcsiili'iil H. Fexstemaker Atlvixor Kdharu Dk \'<)E I're.iidiiil Sophomore History The cliief aim of the Sophomore class is for bigger and better So))liomores, both opportunity to dis))lay our poten- This is really our scholastically. being restricted in a certain sense, by a combination of two-year and fouryear students in our Freshman \-ear. Because of this fact, we have done very little The Sophomore Cotillion this year except prepare ourselves for the next two years. socially and first tialities, was one example of what we can do, that is, be tip-top and successful in all of our undertakings. Mr. Fenstemaker, our able class advisor, is helping us greatly to pave the way toward success David H. Baker in tin- future. --------- Columbia. Pa. dark Rciined arouiul liire. Romeo, is right, because all "Dave" does halls. But don't misunderstand us, he"s looking for work. He's real energetic, is that's why he's on tlie Coinnuinity Governing Board, and a valuable member of the Junior Varsity Basketball Team. "Dave" roam the is tliat tall, Roy O. Beishlixe --------- Benton, Pa. There's a deep mystery sur- This bashful suitor hails from another big city up the line. rounding Koy, but anyway he expects to be in Grand Opera some day, fail him, because he does a lot of singing in the Glee Club. -------- Beatrice Bowmax What would the Sophomore if his voice doesn't Orangevillc, Pa. She's always on the job, whether it's to Captain a Hockey team or a basketball team, or band out homemade candy. The Student Council values "Beatty "s" membershi]), too, as well as the Maroon class do without "Beatty" (and her tlivver:- anJ Gold. 19 2 9 c^^j^^i^!^^7Z<:riy^JXnri 191 sa^iTsa^ OBITER is ------- Bowman Elizahk.th C. "Betty" L^J^^^-iSv<^!yt'-^v<^^rrn^^('-grAcgvCO^^a>cc^j^pearance in slie e\"er jrets to class on time because she's Bloonishurg. Pa. s leaniiiifr how ^-r5Clri>^J5< 192 ©a 9 S mi OBIXER ^^>vavvj>yovv9»awsg] I-'hank TluTC are And .-..---- CioLDKu .1. ii few ariiuiid lirrf see him play Haskethall done too. School of Industrial of l*;i. know Frank, one of our star Imskrthall players. new Captain of liasel)all for this year. You should not .\n(l till' funny part is has lie lli.it all i)aiiit? "Kate" is of his lessons Berwick, Pa. from the Philadelphia school l)usiness, having; graduated tliis and can she .\rt. Hekfkran Er.ma M. the --------------- memher an old is (Id is He's a whi/,1 I Cathkkine F. Hayes "Kate" who Frank that all reminds us that Bloornshurg. ESai. also in the Geojiraphy C'luh this year. Montrose, Pa. — F,rma is a hanl workinjr jrirl she is. If she isn't workiiifr on her lessons, she's eatinjr. She's always workin;.' in the .Maroon .ind (oild otiice. and inaylie she isn't a sliinin); star in athletics. Tom ----------------- Hexuv L. Tom Wilkes-Barre, Pa. never around, hut we needn't wonder where he is huildinj; castles in the air. Chester C. Hess "C'het" sees knows all, Team? of a Football Tom is keepinjr himself, because he an active member of the College Orchestra. all, aiul is "diet" is Sophomore the treasurer of the is known by Who all. wouhln't be if is Trcvorton. Pa. he weren't Manaper Nature Study Club, Student (lovernment, an^?s^xs^anjaar^:BVsa>g<^^^JJ>^|^^ 193 ^^ w OBITER Robert i-J5«i'i2^<^5:^i'^>v<^^^ri2<(.^rifCv?J5^o^^«J^>a Knierem F. ^ ---------------wc Scranton. Pa. wonder why lie pets on the train at Kingston, then they say "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes." "Bob" belongs to the Geography t'luli. "Hob" Scranton, but lives in Kosmela Ad.\ E. often Init Plyuioutli. Pa. you want to meet a good hockey jilayer. shake liands witn .\(la, because she is right there. She doesn't say much, but she thinks lots, which, perhaps, accounts for her excellent mastery of languages. She is also in the Current literature Club. If Eugene Krolikowski Beck" ".Senator We student. many to tell is noted for his speeches at North Hall, as well as his diligence as a don't hear much Arthir C. McKexzie We really believe ".^rt" everyone thinks has the wiggles, because he never he's right, Helen .seen until is that lesson is if It is is Manager of the .\l])lia He likes to argue Team, a member He's some football of the Baseball Psi Omega. Chinchilla, Pa. she was not hugging a text book of some Helen mastered. an excellent basketball and hockey is .sort, and she is one of our few "decidedly blond" blondes. jilayer. --------- Meixell M.^Rio.v R. he said Bloomslnirg. Pa. still. -------- Helen wouldn't be herself She a is sits is i.s. Mavnard L. why member that .so Dramatic Club, as well as of the player, ".Vrt" never is ------- i until around the campus, but around the fireplace, he on the .Junior Varsity Basketball Team. of him He a strange tale. E.spy, Pa. know Marion. She is very energetic in her both in and out of classes. .lust now she is occupied in the playful game hundred and forty." Marion is a member of the Current Literature Club. indeed a shame, that more people do not studies and playful of "keeping under a -------- Theodore Morrissev Wanamic, Pa. one of the .Siamese Twins; they named the other one "Danny." He elected Elizabethan Drama, liecause he likes the poem, "Mary has a little lamb." Sh Teddy thinks that the lamb is he. What would the Geography Club do without him-' "Ted" is ! Orval Palsgrove C. Orval's favorite hobby the satisfaction of is -------------to knowing that Mavnard J. Pennington Who around here isn't acquainted \vith "Stub." I bet that he is "Floss" preferably is in a member Bloomsburg, Pa. going to be a doctor some day because he .just loves the hospitals. He is on the Football Squad ber of the Dramatic Club and the .\lpha Psi Omega. Florence M. Regan Frackville, Pa. come to classes in time to see them dismissed. But we have he comes anyway. Orval is on the Football Team. -------- as well as a mem- Kingston, Pa. of the "fourth Hoor gang," but she's found on any floor at any time, the telephone booth. "Regan's" pet hobbies, other than the above mentioned "Floss" is a First Aider as well as a member are studying and sitting on the ))orch railing. of the Phi ^52 tJamma Tau. ^jy fS>jtj>g(r>>;xj;«a(T>^.j:^ i 194 19 a 9 -------Doris is thinlviiifr is a inenilier of Martin Dramatic tlie Sunny to iittciul oollejrc in lis and t'luli ("aliforniii ; but don't ask (lues- Besides heinfr on the Maroon and (iold Staff, Doris tlie l*lii (lamma 'I'au. A. Sekulski may "Ski" member of Ipavinjx merely poinp for an education. tions, slie"s Blooinslnirfi. Pa. Glen Lvon, Pa. he seen at any liour of -Anyway of the fair sex. ean lie day winding himself around tlie some a pole to talk to Basketball and Tennis, and he actually likes to ))!ay studv. AiiTHiR "Artit" one of the town fellows, but he never misses a trick is that "Artie" will Baseball Team Dorothy doesn't Bloonislmrg, Pa. uj) here. .\iid the Junior Varsity Football because jruess I Team and the also. Hawlev, Pa. undoubtedly one of the most popular is — well, just classes ten minutes late, either, but A. \'oigt "Dot" a favor mean be can come to never grow up. "Artie" is on down town be lives -------- SussER !•". ask her and she'll do Her it. girls here. If you want her to do you versatality can be effectively depicted by the Corresponding Secretary of the Governing is President of the Delta Phi Sigma Board; Maroon and Gold member. Dramatic Club member; and last, but by far the most im- fact that she ; portant, Historian Extraordinary of the "Hill" lives in the suliurbs of morning chariot every Class. -------- IL Weaver \Vjli,ia.\i Sophomore He at eight. Bloomsburg (Light Street). is very active in Blooin.sburt!;. .\nd he rides forth his both Glee Club and the Orchestra. ------- Clarence R. Wolever in Pa. Xanticokc. Pa. "The Face at the Window," will best describe Clarence. He can hand out more clean and more eats than anyone else in the school. He is also F.ditor-in-Cliief of the Maroon and Gold, and a member of the grouji that always know their lessons in class. He is clothes also a member Joseph of the Omega Chi Fraternity. Yacaboxis J. "Yock" the is Malianov Citv. Pa. handsome football player Just ask everyone football basketball and baseball as well. I Esther R. There down Yeager isn't "pat." "Yock" tell is also on the Esther in .Staff have it .\nd can he play his history Track Team and the line of studies. F'sther entered in February, 1928, hut The .Maroon and Gold will women. ------ -- much one can just "hates" the and then you school in who in because he plays the Dramatic Club. Philadelphia, Pa. She has every book and didn't take her long to catch up autlioi to U.S. values her memhershijp as well as the Nature Study Club. ^ :^ 929 ct.JK2rii>c^J>lrr5^jJ5^i>3-Ti 195 >:sfi^^4>v^a^^El^^ ^ OBITER ltf^^&.v^gvviVS^g^^Cv,^fl^V RS.Hi>gt^y>Q->A>g^)>:^i>^»^i>g^>>a-'i3g^J ]^' i Classes of 1930'32 OFFICERS Edmixd .Iexkixs GoiiDAN WaMBAIGH President J' ICC Prc.ilelrnt SaHA Wr.I.LIVKR Secretari/ Harold Davis Treasurer Saul Gutter Historiiiii E. H. Nelson - Adi'isor Ki>:*ii'Ni) Jkxkins Prts'uhnt Freshman History The year After the first started out in a lilaze of silory tor few confusing weeks studies mastered things became liad tlie. future leaders of tlie scliool. heen surmounted and the routine of college couijiaratively easier. The memories of the eventful dip in the lagoon became less irksome and gradually faded into the aurora of pleasant memories. Customs came and went leaving us The Bon-Fire conducted by initial the a bit for the occasion and as a whole the well as the merchants will never forget The disciplined. the school at the opening of football season The men debut of our class to the rest of the school. wood more sober and atfair was was the of the class furnished a success. The school as it. Kids' party next occupied our attention and under legalized supervision of the faculty the young bloods of the rope, and indulged in many forms Came King Winter and blew class sucked lolly-pops, twiddled thumbs, jumiJed of sujipressed whoopee. his frosty breath upon the campus. winter nights young Frosh toiled .md burned the midnight howling wind sweijt across the campus keeping nightly the dreaded pall of deficiencies. But scholarship vigil. ])revailed oil. Through long while the dreary While over all hung and the "meek" in- herited the earth. The class play furnished ample oiiportunities for the dramatists to display their talent. riitii as a final tribute to the year's activity e.iuie the "From." a fitting close to the vear of vears. i w. 19 a 9 >c«-J?SPii>cv;>:rr>C3jn^oi >Nfl>'ggw^a^&a>^&a;!2a]|^$? 197 ^ PF OBITER ^^ iqr^fr>^fr^6>g^^R^Xj^^>C('^>ci-J5fii:riiC¥J>' 198 19 a I mi ^^r>^\^yys\s^y^^\^^ OBIXER i Bloomsburp Helkn- D. Diemkr Stella Dobrowoi.ski Sarah M. Donaiioe Floeexce L. Dunx Dunea Lost Creek - Jermyn Frank Dushanko, Jr. Eleanor M. Dwyer Ha/.leton - Dallas VrvL\x J. Dymund Elizabeth M. Edwards Mary M. Edwards Miriam Edwards Dorothy H. Erwin - Eihvardsville - Bloomsburg Benton Bloonisburg BlDomshurjr Evans Roy Elvira B. Farrow LORENE C. FeISTER Esteli_\ B. Fenwick Gertrude M. Ferry Donald E. Fetter Alva J. Fetterman Martha S. Follmer Miriam R. Forsythe J. Peckville Berwick Scranton Freeland Ringtown Tamaqua Benton Lewistown Trevorton Alice Belle Foulds Cora May Foust Danville Berwick Phylis M. Fowler Gertrude G. Furman Mary' L. Gallagher Scranton Lost Creek Glen Lyon - Gertrude R. Gavey Antoinette J. Gentile Mary C. Gibbons LoRNA M. Glllow Pittston Northumberland Lakewood Wilkes-Barre Bloomsburjr Edwardsville West Hazleton Dora Gitlovitz Dorothy- M. GorreySaul Gutter Dorothy' I. Haen John A. Hall Dorothy' M. Harbis Ezra W. Harris Ada F. Harrison Harriet M. Harry- West - R. . Danville Wilkes-Barre Haynes Bloonisburg Berwick Old Forge Plymouth Ringtown Baltimore, Md. Ch.vrlotte E. Horsefield Jennie T. Houser - Minnie E. Howeth Margaret M. Hull Clarence L. Hunsicker Bloonisburg Lehighton Ashley Joseph Ichter 1 - E. Isenberg Edmund L. Jenkins Mary Evelyn Jenkins Desda E. John I Q29 _ - Sunbury Scranton Scranton - Bloomsburg - James Joseph Johns ^m Wanamie - Wilbur J. Hibbard Dorothy E. Hileman James L. Hincklev Mn.DRED E. Hoover - Anna Pittston Old Forge Bloonisburg Huntington Mills Berwick Catawissa Gerald C. H.UiTMAN Kathry'n V. Hause Nancy Jeddu - >^J?2pia^^J3Crl3^J|5^A 199 Scranton ^S^S^iS^S\ ^^ f I OBITER Mary I [gg?&>^^B•vo>g: 200 19a & % mi I v>>oyvaw» »r^ v^F^.^vv^ v>-> vsB^rygv:v»gi Anna West Hazleton AVliitc Haven CONOETTA M. 1'kcuH\ .1. 1'f.riii lilTUU'k Pktroff .Iri.iA Cliinchilla Mary Phillips Oi.ivK N. Phillips Kinjrsloii Kingston Gknevifa'E M. Ransavac.i: Mary Lost Creek Reagan U. Peckville KniTH L. Rees MriiiFi, Audcnrii'd Reese Ckace E. Reich ard Milton - Plymouth Catherine D. Reilly Grace V. Reinboli) Jennie L. Reitz Helen F. Rekas Myrtle L. Richard: Gladys Richards George S. Rinker Mary M. Rishel I Nuremberg Leek Kill Berwick Elyshurp Shamokin Eldredsville Danville Catherine W. Robhins - - Charles Roberts Jeanette Roberts Stanhope Roddy Caroline E. Roller Myrtella R. Rood Minnie J. Rowe Mae V. RuMBEL West Hazleton Seranton New Laketon Nanticoke Ringtown - CiERTRlDE K. SCHHAEDER Catawissa E. Shappell Kingston Taylor Milton Allenwood West Hazleton - Ringtown Bloomshurg - A. Siiarpless Wilkes-Barre Shenoski David K. Shoemaker Ci>ARA J. Laura M. Schultz Margaret Shultz Bloomshurg Kingston - Rupert Seranton Sara K. Simons Anna E. Skijvdany Plymouth Mocanaqua Bloomshurg Joseph A. Si.ominski Henry Edmond Smith Mary M. Smith Helen E. Snyder Shirley E. Snyder Anna A. Soloxski i - Lattimer Mines Sunhury - - s £^ I. Dallas Wilkes-Barre Honesdale Hazleton Ruth E. Sonner Margaret R. Spalone Margaret J. Sredenschek Mae Stanton Ruth Bloomfield Picture Rocks - Fannie M. Rupp Betty- M. Samuels Magdelene Schild Mary Augusta Schnure KaTHRYN I.. SCHOOLEV Mary Kingston Sliickshinny Ivor Robbins Helen ^ Kiiif;st(in Oniiisu .1. Frank OBITER Forest City Nicholson Sunburv Starick w. 19 a 9 >C^I52r> l>c^'7>l^i^^^l5^rc 201 >:^ax:^vjsa^a]^^^ OBITER lv^!>^'^^i.<^!:>fi'i^;.^<^:<:r'^^v('^rlo2S.rvasv^»>y>,^wsa> r^v^>^>.>w^»a^^^i| Thanks Xo book of this . OBITER \m M ^ . kind can be a success with- out the active support of the various organizations. This Obiter is greater than ever before due mainly to the greater number of organizations supporting The Obiter it. staff takes this opportunity, in behalf of the Senior Class, in extending their thanks to the various organizations who have contributed to this Obiter. S s Wr J^ 19 a 9 >ci-J5iPii>cvj>^i5^Jti^rC 205 >:^Ayg^v^^fl^^|^^ ^ f OBITER \^^fi<^9^^c«s^wa<^^^ ArCvTJ5^oin«J^.f< The Governing Board The Governing Board (if tlie of tlu- Wonitn's Stiidtnt Ciovcrnment Association most active organizations of the College. sentatives from each of the various classes. by the students of Waller Hall elected Its The is one nicmhership consists of repre- represejitatives are at a stated time and hold nominated and their office for one year. The Governing Board makes and enforces the dormitory. tioTis in In addition to its regulations pertaining to executi\c :ind judicial work tin- all condi- Govirning Board functions through these committees: 1. Finance committee which collects and dishurses the funds, and makes out and keeps the budget in a healthy financial condition. '2. A Fire-drill committer which regulates and supervises tire-drills in Waller Hall. 3. and 4, A House committee which reports on condition lavatories, A of halls, press-rooms and recommends repairs and improvements. Social connnittee which plans for dormitory parties and for suit- able observance of holiday seasons in the dormitory. The -----------_-..__ ----------------------- officers of the M.4RGARET SwARTz LoRETTA Fleming Margaret Higgixs Dorothy Voigt MiRiEL Tavlor Board are: /'/cc President President Recording Secretary Corresponding Secretari/ i t2f^^\\B^S^i^B''i^^'i^BSy^t,i'^^SiS.(t>i^B^a^G^'j:i^ It K s OFFICERS Gilbert Gould Joseph Yacabonis Nicholas Jaffin 5 Clarence Rtch Fj|HBed on tion, ___.__..-____-.._ ------------------- President Treasurer Secretary true educational i)rinciples and nurtured by an efficient administra- North Hall Student Government Association has jirown the vibrant organization. I J' ice President We as an organization are grateful into a living, to the administration for the privileges extended to us as responsibilities, and do pledge ourselves to do every- thing within our power that we may prove deserving The organization meets twice a month. At this openly discuss any matter which they tunities to time the members have oppor- feel will benefit themselves indi- This method of discipline has contributed vidually, or the organization as a whole. much toward of this recognition. the development of the mental, moral, and pliysieal wants of each mem- ber of the Association. The organization much also does nual festivities sponsored by the coming Freshmen, much enthusiasm events we Humor" On in to tiieir in tlie hearts of the naturally recall tlie in a social members way about of the council the campus. and adhered to Tlie an- by the in- prove to be the events that create the dislike, upperclassmen. "Smokers" where Drifting to the more informal social Politics assuming the form of "King ran high. behalf of the members who leave we say Adieu and may success follow you your ])rofession. ^[jijg^gggglSS SiJK: I'^isJ'J^CC^iCl-rSCtrii^Jj^ 208 19 a ^k <^^\|^^IZ^s^\.•i^'^\^>!ava\sa*va•>^•l^^^^Ji\ ^ obiter \^^ I "Felloxcship" ga>ha;>gflilP^ OBITER >—^^> L^J5^'i^L^-J:>rl'iiv^^J>^'^:^^(^J5rlrcv?Jv:ia^c^'Jrif^ 5GE SS& C, A. Tile great work of college campus. tlie Y. W. needed, by contributing to the social Sister Movement, and by "Y" members. wcrkly liv life have been arranged members of the faculty, the community, .-md Little conducted and other organ- There have been several joint Y. M. C. A. and Y. W. izations. has been by sponsoring the of the college, nit-etings wliicli it Throughout the year we have had various seasonal jirograms and special speakers, including i upon our C. A. lies in creating a "four square life" This has been attempted by rendering service wherever C A. meetings with lively debates and discussions led by the Y. M. C. A. members. At the beginning of M. C. A. and Faculty, gave of the Y. a Welcome Each year the Y. W. C. A. eagerly plans and Early November in a nienibers. we were representeil by four Cabinet West Chester. nual Teachers' College Conference held at conference bers, who is due to the leader. Maudrue O'Coniiell. one of And bers at the annual Y. At members Much cuir at the an- credit for this active Cabinet mem- represents the State Tachers' Colleges of Pennsylvania on the National Student Council. this looks forward to this event. formal dance w;is successfully managed through the earnest "Y" In April of last year, I Rece])tion to the students of the college. co-operation of the and help the year the Y. \V. C. A., with the co-o])eration conference last W. many June we were again represented by four Cabinet mem- C. A. and Y. M. C. A. Conference held at Eagles Mere. ideas and suggestions were given which have helped us greatly in our work. We. the ]iresent Seniors, feel that our successful "Y" year has been due to the steady guid.-mee and untiring efforts of our faculty advisor. Miss Mason. To the newly installed Cabinet who will improving u])on our work, we wish the utuuist IS^S^S^ have the ])rivilege of carrying on and ha|))iiiu-ss and success. CTjy< r^:!ixiy>nn:sj.-ri^i r>;sj[-J>:i 210 19 a & -fOM i>^l>:^i^5«^J>2?>l^^^^»^l>^»irl'5c^»s^l>^«^J OBITER i 1 I'lii; C'ahi.nkt Sratcrl Sfaiii/iiiff MfKiEL Jones I P'axxie Linskill Rachel Phaii MaUDRUE O'CoNNELl, Miss Masox, Advisor Grace Kilveu Margaret Oswald Esther Harter LorisE Hewitt Florexce Jones DoHOTHY EVAXS Jane Williams i >^al 1 93o E2 kSB^juavs gat^isa^^gaii^^ i 211 OBITER l^^5^'-i2vCJ5^1'^v^v^rr'TSv(^^iric-Cv':J5^a>il»Jtift m i Y, M, C. A, ! The Student Y. M. Campus. I Tliirty C. A. a voluntary religious activity on the College is young men of the College, feeling the necessity of fellowship, organized the present Y. M. C. A. which is religious one of the foremost in the state. The "Y" engaged in many festivities remember. "The Mediterranean Cruise." Y. M. C. A. and Y. I W. Everyone during the year. The freshmen will never forget the C. A. Reception, whieli was held shortly after introduction to the college. The men of Xorth Hall are that beer (root) and pretzel party sponsored by us. will One still tiieir talking about of the most note- was the Chapel program presented during "Prayer worthy achievements Week." Tlie "Y cally all of ' looks forward to a xeiy successful season, next year. tlie freshman and upper-classmen of both cabinets Practi- will be with us again. The Y. M. C. A. extends to its graduating members, the best wishes for future happiness and success in the career opening out before them. I^^V Mft*^ t»wsa.>^c^gj.^<3t^aai ^B> 212 1 9aQ Upperclassmen Cabinet Sitting Nicholas Jakfix, J'icf President Raymond Hodges, President William Joxes, Secret an/ Harold Stoddard, Treasurer Freshmen Cabinet Standing Henry War.man, President Daniel Thomas, I'ice President Professor J. Koch, Faciilti/ Advisor Jack Taylor, Secretari/ Walter Stier, Treasurer Seymovr Stere, Deputations Icrfe^l 1 9aQ |Bg&^^5r»SLS>dWT^g^a^g^B^^>a%>A»>avsB^yaw^g>?^>>a^?^vsai k The Staff irst Row obiter 1 |^^, w OBITER u. \ The Current Literature Club was organized Shaw and Miss ship of Miss must have a good foundation Russell. We last year under the sponsor- realize that the teachers of today which in the field of literature is the main pur- pose of the club. We meet to discuss literature, including the various phases such as Poetry, Xovels. Biographies, and Dramas. It has been our custom this year to and there \ cences let down —but with tiie liold a not-too-frequent social meeting barriers of reserve, to conduct discussions without reti- contradictory view points. OFFICERS i 1 Margaret Uxbewust - - - - Marv Margaret Reagax President Secretari/ Helen Seelv - Elizabeth H. Williams - - - Treasurer Chairman Program Committee ADVISORS Miss Sl£^ Shaw \\{-iiifsJz^i. Mrs. Breitenbecher ri<"i5vi'-c^'^>d-r:^i'T2^-^? 216 i& 2 & l^^^J>;M>g^»Q^A^^ig^»a^lX^^»^l>^»g^>I^g^J OBITER \^^J ^ M \ s Second Roxc Margaret Nokl Miss Sham- LiLA Barber Sara Lavelle Elizabeth Williams Mary Bradley Front liorc Mary Reagan Mary Gallagher Helen Seelv Margaret Unbeutst Margaret Thomas Dorothy Colley Mrs. Breitenbecher Fannie Linskill « W. 19 a 9 x^'J5ir>i5C%'J>iri2'^xj^i'! 217 mM >rCBwsji>^^v^a>;iail ^pro ^1 OBITER 1 |BEa<^*^g>^g^vc'>c^a>^./&>^g>^avg^ggl|^g^ m The The Aid Club First ability to give first aid in case of problems people must meet in daily life. emergency has been one of Realizing this a first tlie main aid club was formed under the capable direction of E. H. Nelson. During tlie first semester forty members joined the club and received practical instruction in the art of a was received from ings local Boy Scout first Valuable information aid treatment. troops who attended several of the meet- and gave demonstrations. Since the first meetings the club has progressed rapidly bandaging, tying knots. cut are brought before the in such work as Imaginary cases such as a broken limb or a severe members to solve. The club plishing a great deal towards efficiency in rendering is confident of accom- first aid. i i ^ 4ri:sx^^5Q'^iCi-'5cnisx-J5< 218 19 a 9 I ^^^^ isg >^v^»a^^^-^^^>ygv>a'^^^'^ OBITER i ^ \!g Second First Rote Row Third Lena Serafixe Marv axxa jsexberg Emma Hibiax Margaret Ketcham Florence Regan Ruth Scaxlox' Eleaxor Zydaxowicz Marv Storosko Mary Galgaxowicz AxxA Farrell Elizabeth Hali'pka Marv Melan Viola Libixski Airelia Bovle Dorothea O'Coxxell Doris Li"ce Fourth Row Eleaxor Pilsox Marv Johxsox Ross Mildred Strvjak Lenore Austin Mariox Ashworth AxxA Miller Row Mary Gibbons Row Fifth Margaret Shultz Gertrcde Garvev Eva Wojcik Stella Stuxger Mabel Bittexbexder E. H. Xelsox, Adi'isor Isabel Witkoski Mildred Matthews Grace Shade I 1^ f^ 19 2 9 ^J52Piac^J52P)2CJJ5^* 219 m f^^v^^a»>o r^. ^ w OBITER |gr^S^e^ c^e>^-^g^ g^^e^<»v^g^ggl l^gf j^ jograpiiic bi Thf CieogTaphic Society primarily to ])romote interest is one of in the tiie extra-curricular activities organized study of iieourapliy tlirouaii lectures, slides, moving pictures and geographic games. Since geography is fundamental to the understanding of liistory. of economics, of sociology, and of civics, i necessary that we who it is are training to be teachers, understand the relationship of geography to those subjects. has endeavored tlirouj;h its Realizing this fact, the Geographic Society programs to foster a better knowledge of this rela- tionship. The officers ____-_.-----------------------------------------------------for the first semester: Miriam R. Lawsox EvELvx Olver President President Secretary Dorothy Treasurer I.. Schmidt officers Helex Wolfe for the second semester: Theodore Morissev Elsie Keller i J'ice Frances Mortox The ! - Cyril Stixer J'ice President President Secretary Treasurer -Members of the club for the second semester: Helex Wolfe Grace Callexder Theodore Morissey Robert Kxierim Elsie Keller Arthur Michael Cyril .Stixer .Tames I.orisE .Fosephixe Hixckley Catherine Hays Black Holtba rf'^^'-»35ifirK!i«^QoiCl-rr^vvi>>^gvs>sy>ov^H5>>o vsfl>>awsji OBITER I \^ Hack- lioxc Front lime Dii. H. Hahrisox RissKLi., Sponsor Frances Morton Anna Erwix Theodore Morissev MiHiAM R. Lawsox Helen Wolfe DoROTHV Schmidt Cyril Stiner Harold Hidlay Helen Rekas Evelyn Olveu Daniel Minor JiLiA Petroek Oihrr Mi'inher.i Laira Thomas Elsie Keller Inez Keller fe^l fe 1 9aQ |gsgl^gav^>^?a^^4>.rg*a^sflr^:a^sa^g^^^lflJ^5^ 221 OBITER ig>^^s^e^v<;,vsie^^gcKI^^5CtJ5filri>^J5^ 222 \9 2. & ^^^B>^*av^^^>*vgv^^y>sv^>>a^^^'^ggg^ OBITER Amelia Connelly Miss Kulp, Advisor Marv Agnes Sharpless Leoro Fierro Beatrice Hartman 1 Teresa Merrick Jennie Contini Marie Nelson Elizabeth Archibald I 9aQ |S£a9.^g^gV^%9^?gw^>g/?4rK5^rgSV&Afg«a^a^^|^g : 223 The Phi Larabda Fraternity of the s Nature Study Club In the autumn of twenty-five a small group of nature students met and formed the nature fraternity Phi to I have had in I God, " our many and set up program of a a varied career. field, as They chose Lambda. Among activities. "Through Nature as their motto: Through the years since that the outstanding events are reviews of out-door trips and meals. Who new books We "Microbe Hunters," "Arcturus Adventure." "Bambi." day we have had can ever forget "The Quaking Earth." "The Cave of the Bats." "The Beaver-gnawed Tree," "The Twin Hills" or the sleighride to Millville.? We liave had demonstrations of various types. Remember the time bars and talked of the enchanting adventures of the Fig-Insect n course dinner Hall 1 we cooked and served Opportunity is tlie given for working on hobbies. flowers, moths, rocks, stars. The Phi Lambda for ourselves in is Y. ate fig Remember the W. rooms of Science 1 Some study birds, trees, Others work on Scout Leadership projects. the core of a large Nature Study Club. the fraternity, one must be a we member To be eligible for of the Nature Study Club one semester and pass the requirements in scholarship and sportsmanship. The following are the present members: Mary Laird Carolixe Roller Nicholas .L\ffix Helex Gogolach Jessie Laird Joseph Slomixski Esther Yeager Orval Palsgrove Clarexce Hcnsicker LoRXA GiLLOW Kathrvx Hatse Fraxk Perch Ivor Robbixs Albert Kalaweit Martha Laird Clarexce Wolever Harriet Harry Axthoxv Kaxjorski Stephex Wairix" i I ^^ 19 a [rK?J>^rL5;?^J5^' 224 & OBIXER ''^ First Row ^^^*'^ Third Roic Martha Laird Steve Warren AxTHOxv Kaxjorski Clarence Wolever Orvill Palsgrove Mary Laird n. S. Hartlixe, Atii'isor Fraxk Perch Ivor Robbins Carolixe Roller Katherixe House Second Row Nicholas Jaffix i Fourth JoHX Adamsox Joe Slomixski Chester Hess I.ORXA GiLLOW Esther Y eager Jessie Laird Harriet Harry Motto: Row Clarence Hunsicker "Through \ature to God' i 19 2 9 ?^-K%rn^^7:>:riQ^^J^'Cr>h iS=agggv^5azaa>;&a^^ai|^fa 225 — m OBITER ^u Rural Life Club OFFICERS Charles Eovexolt - - - Erma Gold J'ice RiTH Gardxer Secretari/ \ How M-e love the Place where The To all and Treasurer lives. pupils there are free take life as it interest those For country Along with I President country. nature is. Rural Club will do To President life its best who come. we will test city fun. As we think of service That we may give today Where is there a better place To accomplish work and The members of the Rural Life Club are all i)lay very much interested in the welfare of the country people and they are striving to give the best that is in them. The seat club meets each work We is devoted to instruction in for the different grades. wish to express our appreciation our guide and friend in To Thursday and the time all that the coming Seniors, to Professor Robbins. who has been we have undertaken. we wish success. t*'&Bfe55ilri>CTv75CtriiCTJ5^ 226 19 a 9 ^QM OBIXER ^ ^ Standing Sitting Theodore Laskowski Marie Byerly Marv Elizabeth Lacbach K. Shultz Jennie Reitz Catherine McExeany Captain A. Harrison Charles MvRox Ida S. Rovexolt Professor D. H. Robbins D. Moss Mary McExeaxy Ruth Gardxer Erma Gold Hexsley Frederick Harrison w. s^ \9 2. & ^ >C<-I3^i>^J>^)>3JC^l NflygBWsfl^ga^^&a^^gail^ 227 Phi Sigma M "I II 2 film lis ciigtiarc, I'.tcaiiiii.s .sen-are" The Mil Phi Sigma Sorority has had another busy and Sorority has continued to hold its friendship, good sportsmanship, and moral and social improvement. old and the This active year. high scholastic standards, and to encourage new members have pledged themselves to promote Both the every in way a greater interest in the work of the Sorority and in the activities of the college. The Patronesses of the and Miss Nell Maupin. Mu whom to Phi Sigma Sorority are Miss Pearl L. the sorority owes much for its Mason progress and success. I CHARTER MEMBERS I I Madeline Amstadt Chkistine Roeder Elizabeth Brooks Mahiox Reinbold Gretchen Culver Evelyn Robbins Helen Dickinson Margaret Emmitt Marv Erickson Mary Anx Fetch Grace Robbins Florence Shultz Laura Stevens Grace Harlos Ruth Thomas MiLLicENT Van Zandt Deborah Waters Audrey Hidlay Isabel Williams Susan Fetch Helen Kellam Inez Wintersteen Esther Lloyd Jennie Whitenight Edith Poyck Alice Yoder . I M^gj^^^^s @ rlr£sat^5^'^s:^J:5flI<-i^^J5^ 228 19 a 9 I mi >v^^j>^i>gL^»Qoi>g^)>^i>^?>^i>g^»g^ixy^j OBITER ^ i I I ? s g Second Roiv Firsf Roic Grace Mvmaw Thursabert Schuyler Anna Mary Waslev Alice Pennington Charlotte Mears Dorothy Foote Correspondinc) Secret ary Secretary Mabel Pex.man, Recording Miss Nell Maupin, Advisor Irene Guest, Treasurer Ruth Rarig Lenore Thomas Margaretta Bone Dorothy Morgan Jane Williams, President Helen Wheaton, J'ice President Miss Pearl !Mason, Advisor LiciLLE Martz Alberta Williams Third Rdxc Lucille Cook Mildred Rehm I Myrtle Hoegg Margaret Oswald Ruth Shannon I Elizabeth L. Williams Mahjorie Orr Esther Harter Florence Drummond Margaret Swartz 3 Karleen Hokfman Cora F'rank ^ ^^1 '9a Q »^>av^^a>2^| l^$; 229 OBITER IF ^ ig.^^s^^e.^ fcVMe^ygvMa A AZ Althadell Carpextur - - - Pansy Scheier J ice Florence Jones I President Corresponding Secretary Fannie Linskill Recording Secretary Rachel Gethixg Treasurer The Zeta at Cliapttr of thf Al))ha Dt-lta Sorority was established in the year 1921, Bloomsburg State Normal School. bind feminine students of The general purpose of the Sorority mote intellectual, moral, viduals witii whom it and social comes improvement in contact with. purposes we were greatly aided liv to Geneseo, Oswego. Pl.ittsburg. all in in not only its to pro- is members but all indi- In our endeavor to accomplish our our patronesses, Mrs. Nelson and Miss Merritt. Seven other active chajiters are Members is various State Teachers' Colleges into a closer union. tlie Besides this general objective, the specific purpose of the Zeta Chapter I President in existence in New York .St.ite. Brockport, Cortland. Oneonta. and Edinboro. Pennsylvania. in are: Katharine Englk Ina Sherwood Ahlene Frants Fannie Linskill Margaret Higoins ALWDRUE O'CoNNELL Meriel Taylor Florence Jones Rachael Gething Pansy Scheuer Lenore Kocher Althadell Carpenter Lillian Hooper Grace Kivler LoiisE Hewitt Kathrine Bingaman Rachel Pratt Eleanor Amos Mabel Hkjhfield Mrs. Nelson- Margaret Thomas Miss Merritt n i "S: KrC>Cl*^XiniiJ^J5^-irvf-^C^i hSsa^ggw^aS^^tL^^ifl^^aif^ -U^XiJi 231 OBITER I ^gr^rT \ -._-----__-.___-...-_ --------- Ri'TH ScAXLox Dorothea O'C'oxxell J'ice President President Margaret Ketcham Secretary AxxA Farrell Treasurer \ Phi Gamma Tau the truth at \ all aims to jsromote fricndshiji. instill mind strive for times. Our motto "Aim High" the wisdom and of every member exemplifies the olijcctives which is u]i])ermost in of the organization. With the wise counsel and unending help of our advisors, Mrs. Koch and Mrs. Baker, we hope to make our sorority a success at Bloomsburg. ! I i 1 ^^|8^asg^c>gv^-'5< 232 19 a 9 i>^»^J>ii^i>3^>>^lTC^)>Crl>5-')>irl>3^>>^l>?^J OBITER ES^ i First Row Second Row Florence Regan Dorothea O'Connell DoROTHV Davis Margaret Ketch am Ruth Scanlon Anna Farrell Marguerite Kiethline Jessie Third Cornwell Row Mrs. Baker, Patroness Mrs. Koch, Patroness I £^ 9a9 i >g^I?^l>gvi>:r')>CPJ>::io t'* 233 ^ZS %Q1 Tau Phi Epsilon Sorority T*E The Tau Phi Epsilon 1926. those It -was the Sororitj- was organized at Bloomsburg outgrowth of the devoted friendship who compose its tliat November, in prevails among membership. Officers for the year: I - - Charlotte Lord President - President Mary Maloney Margaret McHale Recording Secretary Grace Baskerville Corresponding Secretary Patronesses for Miss Alice Johnston, J tin- Tau Phi Epsilon to wlioin tlie sorority The Tau Phi Epsilon girls for the .Sorority are: owes much for Mrs. its ice S. Shortess and progress. Sorority aims to bring together a group of congenial purpose of making their college life more enjoyable. To this end members of high scholastic standing and good character are chosen. r['-i>C5^rii^-5Ci I rLsnog'gc-i^cc-J^etoSsA'J?^ 234 19 a 9 i ^^4B>^>s\^«»vfl vssF^pv^ W.3 ^va/?^v^1g| OBITER I^ 1 'A I 'True happincs.'i ci)ii.si,stx not in the miiltitutle of friends but in their 'worth and choice." ? Hack' RolC Front lioic Grace Baskerville Charlotte Lord Mrs. S. Shortess, .Irh-ixor Marion Thomas Mary Maloney Margaret McHale Miss Johnston, Advisor Latra Benkield Meinhers Xof Present Esther Wruble Mary Walsh 19 2 9 >Ct-15SPi>CVJ>2r£S3JjJ^i'! 235 ^^y^y^ini^^iysr^ !5B^ ^2i«l OBITER ivJ5^'-i:x.c-^:>ri-iiv<^-5^'^rvc^^iri<"Cv< J!>!:£a>^^-r^^ I i bigma borority Founded Defemlier 13, 192G i A*^ I Wliat does Delta Phi Sigma mean: three words were taken to form the Tlie first letters of each of these name: Diligence, Perseverance, and Service. This sorority strives to secure a closer relationsiiip with students of our i school and other teachers' colleges; to attain intelleitual. moral, and social ad- vancement, and to Motto: encourage good sportsmanshij). Floxcer: Blue and White. Colors: Lift as you climb. Forget-Me-N'ot. Charter Meiiihers Kathryn Bruber Edith Sweetmax Ruth Osw.\ld Doris Palsgrove Martha Tasker MvRA Thomas Mariox Thomas Pavlixe Raxck Sadie Zapp Edith Phillips b\ 19 2 ^crs K'-k>wlvJ>^rtS?05^or LEK 236 9 I "Fr'unidshi p nhovc And faith in all tics dolli friendship Top Row hind the heart. the noblest part." Second Rote Meltha Warmouth Marjorie Eley IsABELLE ChELOSKY Dorothy Voigt Miss Marjorie \ is McHenrv, Advisor Miss Jessie Patterson, Advisor MvFANWY Williams Bottotn Roxc Dorothy Williams Clara Cadwalader 237 OBIXER Tau Kappa Phi Sorority TK* The purposes friendship among of the Tau Kappa Phi tlie womtn Sorority are: to promote a spirit of of the college; to encourage a higher standar.l of scholarship; and to co-operate and function in school activities. Officers for XoHMA KNo I. tlie year: President L lice President KaTHRVX FLEMIXti Margaret Dula Amelia Connelly Secretary Treasurer ;Much of the success of the Tau Kappa Phi Sorority is due to the loyal advice and keen interest of the faculty sponsors. Miss Williams and Mrs. Reams. Colors: Arhutus Flower: Orchid and Green. Members LoRETTA Fleming Esther Dallackeisa Norma Knoll A.MELiA Connelly Kathryn Wilson Kathhv.x Fle.ming Margaret Benfield Margaret Riley Margaret Dula Edna Decker Alda Cotner Doris Johnson Mildred Goodwin .\lice Maching Elizabeth Killian Sponsors Miss Williams Mrs. Reams jg^^^yBg^gi^KNte^^fcVXgal I 9aQ l>JV?JiM>5U»&»i>^»&>l>^»irl>3^»^->l>5^j OBITER i^ 1 s i "Friendship is strengthens the shadou- of the ei'eniny ichich Lcith the setting sun of life." Sitting Standing LoRETTA Fleming Miss Williams, Patroness XORMA KXOLL EdXA Df:CKEK Margaret Hexfield Esther Dallackeisa Elizabeth Killiax Margaret Dila Kathrvx Wilson Amelia Connelly Alice Machuxg Mrs. Reams, Patroness Kathkvx Fleming ^ 51 I 9aQ !t:^>^^v>,Awav^^r^>a^^J^ 239 a-i>5i-li!3r>12Ci'J3^' ^21 ^^\ OBITER ||ggfr^^fr^^g*^g•^<^^e^^&>xgxy<^^qgj^^^ '^ !^ ox Establislietl at Bloomsburg State Teachers College, March, 1927 IOTA CHAPTER The objective of scholastic activities in tlie fraternity and out of the a greater interest in to create is college. The men among themselves and their fellow among one another on a higher plane. maintain brotherly love place friendship Two social students and desire to other active chapters are in existence in this state, one at State Teachers' College, Indiana, and the other at Keystone Theodore Davis D.WE B.\KER George M.^thews Jack Norris Ted Morrissey Henrv Morgans Ralph Davies Academy. ---------._------_.-_--_ -------------------------------- Officers for the first semester were: J'ice President President Secretary Treasurer Chaplain Seargeant-at-Arms Corresponding Secretary HONORARY MEMBERS G. J. Keller O. H. Bakeless E. K. A. Z. Reams ScHOCH CHARTER MEMBERS 4 James Coursen George M. Janell Ralph Davies, Chaplain Theodore Davis Bernard Gallagher Arthur Francis Garrity I and of the fraternity seek to Ray E. Hawkins Everett X. Ja.mieson C. Jenkins, President George A. Mathews, Treasurer Walter .J. Rowlands William E. Rushin, J'ice President Nicholas B. \'anBiskirk, Secretary 240 Second Roic Firsf lioxc G. J. Keller, Advisor Jack Morris, Sergeant-at-Arms Dave Baker, Chaplain Wilbur Fischer, Treasurer George Mathews, President William Jones, Vice President Berxard Gallagher, Secretari/ Henry Morgans Correspondinr/ Secretari/ Third Theodore Davis Ralph Davies Ted Morrissev Edgar Richards Sam Kurtz Joseph McFadden Robert Rodda RoiC' Wilbur Hibbard Irvin Zerfoss Walter Siesko Gordan Wambaugh Clarence Wolever Walter Stier fe TS^I 1 9aQ |ss£gg'»s^>^gws^>^='g^^«arggwsa^g^^^^s>za|^^ 241 OBITER re>>5<»:i'i2vCwc>fl'-k^v^^-5^'cv<^^rl<-J^LTJ5^'-j^i^*J^^ ^CT 1 Farewell Song (Tune: Let the Rest of the Wurki Gu By) We now say "Adieu." To face life earnestly as we must leave you We'll sustain and uphold with our Main and our might The colors of blue and white. Chorus: Farewell, to our dear school We're leaving today. Farewell to We the friends all met along the way. We'll miss you and we'll need you all. We'll long to come back again some day. We'll take different roads To seek new abodes And hope will lead us on and on. When we have left thy doors, old Bloom. And begin a life so new. We'll think of you —but now we say "Adieu.' Farewell, dear old school. Farewell, dear classmates, It grieves But life our hearts to part has its duties to be done Every day. So let us now depart. w iriiJaJ>aO^S-^ 242 19 a Q tf ^^^M OBITER k Leading educators schools realize that in school to do it. Dewv. sueli as To fulfill niaiiitain tliat "We this ])ur])ose schools lege is liy doinii. Modern have been increasing the oppor- tunities for extra-curricular activity in the fields of e I learn are to appreciate their environment tliev must begin if tlie })U])ils Drama and Music. Our col- providing a variety of such 0])])ortunities so that future teachers will he bet- ter fitted to emphasize this to their pupils. Dramatic work has become of increasing importance under the leadership of Miss Johnson. bers. It is She started several years ago a dramatic club with only now the largest club in the school. production each class presents a few mem- Besides the annual drjiniatie club a play. Students not desiring to enroll in the Dr.iiuatie Club but interested in music have opportunities to express their musical talent under the direction of Mr. Fenstemaker. Miss Caldwell. Miss Patterson. Mrs. Miller or Dr. Clark. In response to the demands of the several years it led a spasmodic club has been developed which is life men a Men's Glee Club was foruu-d. an asset to the college. Opportunity for displaying talent with musical instruments College Symphony Orchestra, under For but through the direction of Dr. Cl.ark a glee is provided in the the direction of Mr. Fenstemaker. chestra has proved a source of enjoyment not only to the members but The to the or- whole student body. 19 a 9 >:t.i55f>i>cv;>v>iV3Jij^i 245 ^?^^j^a^g^l|^^ : ^ OBITER L-'v:i'^2v<^^::>ri'-»iv<^^>rri^^yrs<^J»^T>2oi"?^)>Srl>^>>'2rlV?^>>2?^i>5^J OBITER 1^^ i I § I The i Cast Marjorie Davies Mavxard Pennington Arthi-r McKenzie Philip Kester William Jones Archibald Reese Daniel Deliiar CJrace Baskerville Elizabeth Bowman ClllACE KiVLER Florence Jonks te^l 19 a Q >Ayav^>a<^?'gvsa>'gsv^^>?^vvj>»^^ 247 ^ ^^^^^^^ OBITER ^ ^ SENIOR CLASS PLAY "Apple Sauce'' Bi/ Barn/ Connurs I The Senior 7 class presented this delightful torium on December 20, 1928. selecting a The play portrays in the College Audi- the trials of a modern girl husband under the handicaps of repeated advice by her parents. Many amusing incidents arise through the flattery used by and the way their path The comedy is tlie future husband smoothed by "applesauce." action of the play takes place in the living The an upstairs apartment over a drug store. ])lay room of the Robinsons and was a great success due to the co-operation of the entire class. The play was The I directed iiy Miss Alice Johnston. cast of characters are as follows: ------_-_--_------------------------- Mr. John Robinson Jack Fortner Mrs. Ella Robinson Grace Kivler Charlotte Mears Mrs. Jennie Baldwin Hazel Robinson William Swinehart Matt Mac AUister I Bill Mac Allister Rollo Jenkins Ruth Scanlon - . . Arthur McKenzie scfira K'^>civJ>acis^-J5^nrN7JV'ir^j'^5^'-is:i-r^£oiNX>-r>: 248 Wilbur Fisher & a, & i ^2 ^^y5^1>^»2^1">^)>2rl>C^»irlX^'»CM>J^'J OBITER ]^^ ? The Cast Charlotte Mears WiLBiR Fisher William Swixehart Ruth Scaxlox Grace Kivler Arthur McKenzie Jack Fortxer s ^M \9 2. & »>^^^^rga wsayVBws«ag4) v^j^^^i ^^mp 249 OBITER S^^^l \i^uii<^s^uo*!^eywa<^(i^..in^9^^sc-(S^\^^ m 1 s. "As You Like It ?? The Bloomsburg players successfully presented before a large audience, WilThe play, in four acts, was -well known play, "As You Like it." liam Shakespeare's enacted on the Pergola, May The banished Duke went with Celia and 17. 1928. to the Forest of Court Fool, also go tlie Arderi and Rosalind dressed as a boy, Orlando reaches the forest and thitlier. al- in the name of Rosalind. With many other complications and amusing incidents the plot finally ends with word being received that the Duke will regain his kingdom. Rosalind then a)>pears in proper attire and Hymen. God of Marriage, Oliver though he does not know her identity, courts her is rescued from a lion by Orlando. witli his followers, joins in tlie wedding dance. Music for the play was furnished by the college orchestra, under the direction of Howard Fenstemaker. DRAMATIS PERSONAE Duke, Living in ._.--- Banishment Frederick, His Brother - - - Amieus, Attending His Banished Duke Jaques, Attending His Hanisiied Duke . LeBeau, a Lord at the Court Charles, a Wrestler - - --------------------------------_ . . _ . Orlando, Youngest Son of Sir Rowland Oliver, Elfed Jones Clarence Ruch Claude Miller George Mathews Arthur MacKenzie Alen Parr Archibald Reese - - - - HrnH Van Aernam His Eldest Brother Walter Rowland Jaques, another Brother Adam, Servant to Oliver Touchstone, the Court Fool Corin, a Shepherd Sylvius, a ----------------------------- Young Shepherd William, a Country Fellow Rosalind, Daughter of Banished Duke - Daughter of Frederick Phoebe, a Shepherdess Audrey, a Country Ciirl Celia, Hvmen Jack Fortner Mavnard Pennington Charles John Walter Siesko - - - Richard Frvmire Ruth Hildebrand Dorothy Richards Alice Pennington Maudrue O'Connell and followers under the direction of Miss Kathrvn Loose 19 a 250 Q i>;^?>si^i>^JX?>A">^)>^i>^»>sri>^»!2^ixr«^J OBITER ES i I The Cast Dorothy Richards Hugh Van Aerxam Mayxard Pexxixgtox Mildred Rehm George Mathews Ruth Hildebraxd Elfed Joxes Archibald Reese Alice PEXxix(iTox Walter Siesko Alex Parr ^ OBITER \i^J^^<'iSS''^Z^L'--^sS*JZ^rs^iy^S^£<^>Ll^yJZ^ I The Bloomsburg The Bloomsburg Players are now I^s^ 1 Players year of their organization. in the fifth Aside from their own work they have staged several public presentations, giving one long play each year as well as play was "As You Like It." It The natural sented in the grove. many one-act plays. Last year the long was beautifully staged, costumed and presetting was very eflfective. In nineteen twenty-seven the club established the custom of producing for the public a play tile Last year tournament composed of three one-act plays. three plays presented were "'Wedding Presents." by Joiin Rogers; "Mis' to Father." by George place. Honorable mention Mercy." a Harvard workshop play; and "Speaking "Speaking to Father" was awarded Ade. first was given Elfed Jones and Dorothy Richards, who took part in "Wedding Presents" and "Mis' Mercy." The great work of the club, however, lies not in the public productions but in the one-act plays produced at each weekly meeting before the ilub. Through these plays the members acquire training In addition to the ducing. stimulated. so that i Our aim we may is skill Psi train others. members were Omega The is not primarily to produce stars but to receive training granted the club the right to establish a chapter. charter and pro- acquired an appreciation for good plays Alpha Psi Omega, the National Honorary I in acting, directng. initiated into tlie Dramatic Fraternity, has On March 3. U»28. thirteen Alpha Omicron Chapter of the Alpha Fraternity. officers of the club are elected each semester. The acting officers of the first semester were: President M.\YXARD PeXXIXGTOX Edmi'xd Jexkixs J ice President Sara Welliver Secretary Charles Johxs Treasurer i n 'i ^^I^SB^^S JJJVi«^CsBl'-55^'^>vC-r>C(T>^.^^ 252 19 a 9 I l>JVJ5ihiV?V7>2^1">^)>^l>C-'»^l>3>>>2?^iXr^J Second Semester Jack Fortxer Mary Edwards Grace Kilver Charles Johxs OBITER 1^ Officers -._____.. ----------.-.... --------- /•,>,, President President Secretarif Treasurer Miss Alice Johnstox Director S ^^ 1 9aQ ^ I g>ar»3v^*>;.avt^rsav:^a^^3vsj>?^i 253 i5C»-'l>:r>i>?b»2oi'>CO)>2pi>^»Srl'N:^->>^-^l>?^J OBITER Standing Slttinr/ Mildred Rkum Havex Fortxer Florkxce Fest Jack Fortxer Walter Siesko Miss Alice Johxs^tox, Advisor Elfed Joxes, President Maynard Pexxixgtox, Maiurue O'Co.nxell, Clarence Rich Secrefari/ Alice Pexxingtox Armond Keller Charlotte Mears Karleex Hoffmax Treasurer E2a >-^^j OBITER L-'Vincv<^^:>fi'-i^i.iy3<:rr^v('^r£<-cvfvJ5<:iri>^«J:ifi (^53! S The Symphony Orchestra 5 Among the inanv progressive movements sponsored by the college symphony orchestra stands pre-eminent. dents this year, the "mecca" for the talented musicians who entered the school proved a 1928. With experienced members from last selves tliat stu- in the fall of Do Re, Professor How- year and the new "crop" of Mi's, the orchestra soon developed under the capable leadership of ard Fenstemaker into an organization and the This organization created favorable comment for them- and the school. Practicallv all the credit that this organization has achieved behind the stick." is due to the "man His advice, encouragement, patience, and knowledge of music transforms this group of "self-conscious amateurs" into an atmosphere of professionalism. The combination s of instruments blended well and with the wliole-hearted co- opcrati(m of everv number, offered concerts which were a treat to the music-lover. 'I'hi Symjihony Orchestra has played for the following: .\nthraeite Arts Association Banquet. Rotary-Kiwanis Annual College Night. .\lumni Banquet. Class Plays. Chapel Programs. The Samlf.l \V. officers are: President W. Kurtz Vice President B. Yeager, Jr. Edgar Richards Treasurer Beatrice Zarr Librarian 256 ^ g^l OBITER l-'5^'S;s.^-^:>f^'-»^w^^'5^n:?^(^^^i.<5X.^vJv^ia>^^^^^ f ^i s The Maroon and Gold Orchestra i A 9 meek, demure, "Frosli" with him his violin. year's orchestra. in the Fall Before we iiad of '28 entered our institution. known iiardly liiui This "Frosh" was none other than Jack Taylor. direction the orchestra developed into a classy and snapi)y Let us give you a brief review of the personnel of I He brought he had reorganized last little this Undtv his band. band: the three saxo- phonists Davis, Siesko and Shoemaker are "merry makers" within themselves possessing that who all harmony and rhythm essential in a good band; tiuii tiiere is Hibbard but makes the piano talk; Brooke Yeager handles his drums with nuirked precision, the result of years of experience; ments, Litwhiler with his trunii)et. and now we turn Kurtz with his slide to the brass instru- trombone; iioth men are masters of their instruments. The men a of this orchestra are to be commended band thus satisfying the students' desires in the for their efforts in producing for "after dinner music." We hope that future this oi'chestra will be able to take the place of "outside marauding bands." b\ ^^Is^ggss iir^^TP^e^ l 258 mi iQaQ 1^^ Wai.tkr M. Siesko, Sajophoni' Shokmakkr, ])avii) K. ScixopliDiic Theadore S. WlLBlR HiBBAHD, PiatIO J. Davis, Saxophotir William B. Veager, Drmiis Truman ^I. Samuel W. I Litwhiler, Trumpet Krirrz, John D. Taylor. Tromhonr Violin i ^ g 19 2 9 vs^j^^iis^7:^:rii^^7^^rt 259 *^Aj^^\:i^i^^^^ OBITER \b^^^J^^^f^^JZ^t'S><^^JZ>.i'JS^£ZJur:^ I s s In Sejjtember, 1928. the Women's Cliorus was organized under the direction of Miss Caldwell. Tlu- women hegan work enthusiastically and the results of the A numher of fine prothe benefit of the college and other organiza- their year show the success with which they finished the work. grams was rendered by this group for tions. I F'lrsi \ Soprano StACIA Al'DELEVICZ Florence B.\ker Ethel Moore Dorothy Morgan* Ruth Besxage Froka Bixgamax Margaretta Boxe Mary Boylax Olfve Phillips Ruth Rarig Edxa Reyolds Catherixe BraxigaxAgx'es Cottermax LOREX-E FeISTER Dorothy Schmidt Li'CY Keei-er Margaret Sp.\loxe Elizabeth Talbot Mary Yetter Fraxces Yetter Jaxe Evax's Clair MartixIsabella Miller k.\therixe zimmermax Helex McCormac RtiTH Eddie Dorothy Harris Irex-e Johx-s Audrey Moore Second Soprano 8 Katy Mildred Hoover .\stij:ford Helex' Beach AXXA Behx'atoxis Ch^vrlotte Horsefield Thelma Kelder Mary' Lixde.maxHelex' Lesher Ray Bohex Thelma Bojumer Mary Carpexter Clara Cavaxacgh Catherixe McExeax'y Miriam Edwards Louise Melov Louise Miller Katherixe Reilly Catherixe Wilsox' Lucille Cook AXTOIX"ETTE GeX"TILE Grace Maloxe Thelma Hartzel Mary Hays May Virglxia Cri'ickshaxk Teresa DeFort Eleax'or Dwyer Louise Roushey Cavax'augh Mariox Hoegg Alto Laura Bextield Lucille Urich Mildred Liddell LuciLE Mabtz Jessie Cook RiTH Davis Edx'a Novak EVELYX- OlVER Gertrude Schroeder Mariox' Slack Margaret DeCosmo Lois DeMott Mary Smith Mariox Thomas Irexe Guest Naxcy Hayxes I le^ Myrtle Hoegg Ruth Wagxer Desda Johx' Je.\x- Lewis Ruth Lewis Aruene Werkheiser Youxg Ruth Ye age r Etheld.\ rir£ij'-5^'^2<:i-r5rio2s\-J5^ 260 l& 2. & 5Gia )'v:vT>^i>^t^»Qr>i>g^»^i>g-^»gri>:v>>g^i>g^JI OBITER ^ 1^ i ?, i& I OFFICERS -------------- Miss Caldwell EvELVN OlAek Ruth Davis Sponsor Pri-.iident Treasurer Marion" Slack, Marion YorxG, Jank Evaxs Secretaries \ Dorothy Schmidt - - - - Librarian I 19 a d >C^^52rlt>^^rvv.i>5Sji>2r>i 261 y^^^NJ>g^l I f I^ OBITER 5 S Men^s Conservatory Glee Club The Men's Conservatory Glee Club was organized in the spring of first 1928. under the direction of Prof. Robert E. Clark, sponsored by Prof. S. Shortess. and assisted by Prof. The club is now made up orablv with similar clubs The lege club has done in I. Fensteniaker. pianist. and compares fav- of twenty-two selected voices other colleges. much and the community. Howard to contribute to the musical life of both the col- \'ery creditable chorus bers in the production of the comic opera. work was done by the mem- "La Mascotte." which was put on by the Bloomsburg Civic Chorus. The annual Glee Club concert, consisting of a number of chorus selections and the First Act of "La Mascotte," was received as one of the best programs ever given by a musical organization at the college. Plans have been made The officers of Armoxd Keller Henry Warmax WiLLL\M Weaver to give the Glee Club programs in other --------------------- .\RTniR McKexzie towns. the club are: J'ice President President Secretary and Treasurer Manager - n »j 19 a ^j^is^g;^^ 262 9 i Thk Soldiers' Choris ir(im "I. a F\rsi Tenors 'i Baritones Charles Baim SaMIEL KlRTZ Ralph Davies Clarence Wol.ever Havex Fortxer Armoxd Keller WiLBl-R HniBARD William Weaver Lewis Crevelixo Arthtr McKenzie Staxhope Roddy Second Tenors James Davis Fred Beroer Robert L£^ Basses Kexxeth Yocr.M WiLBTR Fisher Jack Fortxer Carl Yost George Matthews Walter Stier Hexuy Warmax- Laurence Creasy DoxALD Fetter \ i I M ascottk" F,. Clark Director Howard Fenstemakeh Faculty Pianist Gerald Hart.max Student Pianist 9 2. & y^j^^iii^^JZ^riy^^J^^h 263 ^sax^ov^^a^^l^^ obiter" H^S^I ig^^s^e^^c>gc^e^ l<-CVCTU!:^ h The Baton C'lii h consists of a group of students interested sponsortd l)y Miss Jessie A. Patterson. experience to the st udents so as to familiarize It The is tlieiii in chorus conducting. inirjiose of the cluh is to give with anv work rehitivc to music conducting. The i/ii,liax followiiiu axders Helex Beach Roy Beisiii.ine Margaret Bexeii;m) FROXA BrXGAMMAX Edith Brcxxer Fraxces Bcbb Helex Caffrey AxToixETTE CarmenMary Cahr Ddrothv Deisixg Fl^REXCE DrCJIMOXI) Margaret Ditla JoHx Dyer .Iaxe Evans Aeva Fettermax Cora Frank Helex Gibbon's Mildred Goodwix ire meiuliers of the ii.-itoii Cliili: Magdalexe Greisini; Dorothy Haex X.\xcY- Hayxes MaR.IORIE HEMIXinVAY i.ouise howeth Louise Jarzexbowicz Florexce .Ioxes Irma Kapp .Ti'Li.\ Keij:ch.\\v Marjorie Orr Alice R.\mcK Paulixe Reese Gladys Richards Mildred Rick Helen' Rlckle Mariax Slack Sarah Spaxgler \'era Staiffer Elizabeth Killiax Mariax I.EXORE KoCHER DifROTHY' L(mn Mildred Thirston" Meltha AVarmoctii Mary McAxdrkhs WiLLiA.^i Weaver Xao.iii Welliver .A-Lberta Williabis XlTA MlDDLESM'oimi Isabel Miller Tho.'vias Gr.\ce Mvm-wv Joy Mi'xso.v P.\ri,ixE Nelson- Myfahxy Williams Freda Xov.\ic Be.xtrice Zarr Cl^vrence Wolever MaRI.\X YoiTXG Eleaxor Zydaxowicz. Pianist Miss Jessie A. P.\ttersox, f^iiounor n i^^|E5gg^^^^^Ai:vg=^^ft'^gwT^=He^^^^e^^vsvsj>vgrw^^K^vsg>ygV^»87?^vsgl| obiter fe ]. \V. E. H. Xei^ox Direrliir of Athhtici Coach of Lettermen B. Booth AthJf'tic!' T. C. S. FOOTBALL Ai,Ex Kbavxack (Eckie) Charles Wadas (Joe) Arch Reese (Archie) Verve Mowbeh (Rabbit) Wn.LiAM SwixEHEART Capt. Johx Creasv (Red) Daxiei. Thomas (Dinny) Mavx.\ri( Pe.vxingtox (Stub) Hexry W.vrmax (Hank) (Piggj") Jasper Fritz (Jap) Joe Kraftchick (Krafty) Joe Yacaboxis (Yock) Nick Jaffix (Nick) Elped Joxes (N'id) Earl Miller (Mutt) Clabexce RrcK (Rucky) Thomas Kirker (Tarn) BASKETBALL Ch.irles Wadas Robert Davis (Bob) Fraxk Golder (Silent) Robert Wilsox (Bobby) Hexrv Warm ax (Hank) (Joe) Joe Yacaboxis (Yook) Wilbur Fisher (Bud) Hexry Morgax (Heinie) Robert Dew (Bol)) BASEBALL I Robert Wilsox (Bobby) Capt. Fbaxcis Garbitv (Red) Lewis Crevelixg (Lew) Joe Yacaboxis (Yock)— Dexxis Zevexv (Zev) Charles Wadas (Joe) Alex Kravxack (Eckie) Fraxk Golder (Silent) Hexrv Mobcax (Heinie) Vebvl Mowrer (Rabbit) Jasper Fbitz (Jap) Leo MacGratii (Leo) Aktihr McKexzie (Art) TRACK Ralph Davies fe^l 'Q^Q Nicholas Jaffix (Nick) (Raffles) Capt.. g^J?^l>g^X^lf )>g^J>3o t'^ 267 |^^ i I^ ^ V^g>:yc^a>^^gvM?^ 4r^J«^^>J5Clo^X^J3 268 19 a 9 % ^%Q^ — w OBIXER L>^:^?5ii^i>Jv.j>s?>i"VV)>2ri:>^>>iri>^>>2^i>?^j ES Football Alex Kravxack Captain Eakl Miller Manager W. Booth Coach T. K. Jones Assistant Coach Clarence Rich - Nineteen down in hundred Capfain-elect twenty-eight .-md go will history as one of the greatest football The team seasons in Bloomsburg's history. fin- ished the season with four victories and four de- Handicapped by feats. small a squad both Ai.KX Kkaysai'K Captain in and numbers. Coach Booth, ably assisted by size Assistant Coach "\'id" Jones and Captain Kraynack. turned out a tigiiting team. B. Bloomsburg journeyed .S. to KlTZTOWN T. C. 12 Kutztown for opening game and defeated Kutz- tlie town 12 to 0. The around playing of the entire team featured. all Although playing a B. .">. crude at times the team gave great promise. little T. C. —West Chester 13 West Chester came here with an unusually large squad and omdone credit to any large college. They succeeded credit is due our boys for their ability West Chester did all in tiiat winning the game 13 would have to 0. Much holding this heav^- team to two touchdowns. in of their scoring in the first half when several breaks went against Bloom. B. i Showing a Coming back Mowrer playing I ?5^l ^m I spirit and Bloom nosed out Shippensburg scored early a "never say die" spirit scores Shippensbtro 6 T. C. 13 wonderful fighting the odds against them. Bloomsburg. .^. in a in came within inches the second stellar roles, lialf ability to tlie come from behind with 13 to 6 victory over Shippensburg at the first half i>ut Bloomsburg showing of tying the score just as the half ended. determined to win and with "\'id" .Jones and Bloomsburg battered tiieir way down the field for two and an extra point. 92g ^^-J5sn'Nrvj>:ri>3-^7>i^i'? 269 >rVBWsax^ia:sg^a|^^ OBITER — California B. S. T. C. 6 Bloomsburg, although outplaying California, were unable er's goal line. to cross the )iut California scored early in the the ball over. a large penaltj- had been imposed first half after Great runs by Kirker and on Bloomsburg. featured while Ruch's work at center was sensational. 12— Lock Havex B. S. T. C. Playing on a field covered with mud, Bloomsburg completely outclassed the Lock Haven eleven and defeated them 12 to 0. Captain "Eckie" Kraynack was responsible for our score first when he made sensational catch of a forward pass thrown by Kirker and dodged his Heck Mowrer. our own line. western- Several times our team was within scoring distance but lacked the necessary punch to Mowrer ^^ i l^J5^'^Cv<^;v:'C'-iiv<^-5<:in:v(»-^rAo2v^:J5<:i;a>CTu:;fI little rabbit, Due a over the his way 20 yards to the wet condition dodged and twisted through the entire Lock Haven team for the second score. way Frequent fumbles held down of the ball both attempts for the extra points failed. Lock Haven could do nothing against our impregnable de- the score of our team. fense and were forced to kick frequently. B. S. T. C. 12— Mansfield Mansfield came here with one of the greatest teams school. a They had smashing attack consisting of line yards of Mansfield's goal. and Kirker scored the around end to score the Mansfield never threatened after the side of Bloomsburg's 20 yard A ball first was ))ushed even basis touchdown on an first (juarter the heavier 2.5 game and succeeded But handicapped by the the field with a badly Sem team oft'tackle l>lay wlien they held the ball in- —Wyoming .Sejiixarv a great fighting in the first half. was carried from to within several second touchdown. great Bloomsburg eleven bowed to a bigger and greater Bloom put up Using line. B. S. T. C. to 0. the history of their bucks and ofTtackle plays with Kraynack, Jones, and Kirker carrying the brunt of the attack, the Jatfin ran wild in not been scored upon until they encountered Bloomsburg. loss of in Wyoming team holding rode roughshod over them. 25 on an Captain Kraynack, who wrenched knee. Bloom seemed and many of the men were out on their Sem to weaken and Bloomsburg never gave up trying feet but refused to leave the game. Semi- nary inserted fresh men often and wore down our fighting eleven, who were handi- capped by having no substitutes I(^P^ to take their places. I ri>ClC^ J^gCoa^^J^I 270 19 a 9 P OBITER c^p^ fgsgI^^vv^)>^gw^»vav^J>>gv&«fl/;<^w^ffl I m k ^ Honu'cominif Day was ricliratid Tin- cainims was ac(iiiaintani-roniising as with the in men new Freshman Class, Coach Booth has jirospects of a very successful season. FOOTBALL SCHEDULE October — Kutztown October 12— West October 19 October 26— California November November November November i 5 19 a T. C. S. Chester S. T. C. — Shippensburg S. S. T. C. T. C. S. S. ---_-_. ------ There - There - - - - - - - Here Here - - - - - - - - - C. - - - - - - Here There - S. - 9 - - — Lock Haven T. C. 9 — Mansfield T. C. 16 — East Stroudsburg T. 23 — Wyoming Seminary 2 1929 - - >ci^K?spi's:vj>^i>C!JC!aoi'! 271 - - - . - Here There >:A>?^vsa^^EM^ iW) BASKETBALL T. \V. Booth Robert Dew Charles Wadas ..._.--_.-. --_-_-----_ --------- Captatn-elect Basketball went tlirougli the readjustment stage Joe gave temporary Captain. "Tam" a good account of himself while acting as Captain. Kirker was elected Captain. The early season found On December 12 the the Maroon and Gold team team easily defeated ligiits son came when we played West Chester and Mansfield. one point margin, when few seconds. Wadas and Wambaugh Mansfield beat us as Mansfield During the had an b}' travelling at a rapid pace. Two strong .\lumni. tlie The high trounced Kutztown by a 58-33 score. much Due to the abWadas was appointed H)28-'29. in sence of Francis Garrity. Captain-elect, and star guard. Joe Later Coach Manager one point. days later they of the early part of the sea- M'est Chester we beat by a shot sensational goals in the last This game was later ruled out inas- ineligible plaj-er. team lost two good men. Wambaiigii. Wilbur Fisher and Henry MorBoth of these men were versed in the art of rapid latter jiart of tlie season the the team's pivot man. and Kirker. rangy forward. gans filled the vacant positions. shooting and did much to rejuvenate the team. Joseph Yacabonis and Frank Golder did great work on the floor. "Yock." with proved himself a valuable asset to the team. Golder. although some- his experience, what weak on shooting, proved himself one of the best guards Bloom ever produced. Bob Wilson, a fast forward, and Henry Warman. many of the games. In Charles f spirit was the Wadas secret of a guard, both the team had a valuable jjlayer. many victories. The team saw service in His consistent fighting will find in him a capable leader next year. The season son. few minutes. game of game until closed with the iiardest fought and most thrilling Millersville played brilliant ball, they led throughout the Then Bloom, playing kept the lead until the final whistle. its final the sea- the last and greatest game, spurted ahead and So ended the greatest basketball season Blooms- burg ever saw. Bloomsburg's 1928-'29 basketball team thus proved the right to the pions of State Teachers' Colleges of Eastern Pennsylvania. Two men will be lost to the team next year. title Cham- Wilbur Fisher and Henry Mor- gans, both having played two years of varsity ball, will graduate. j^i^|Sgg^gygg=;qBa ri<^iSvi'j:5^'^i^-r>ri'TiNXJ5^ 272 19 2 & ^^a OBITER i>^i>^iN:t,»2^A'>^)>2rl>5>'l>Srl>5.)>c2^1>5^.i ff f 1928-29 CHAMPS Second Hiiw T. W. Booth. Coach Robert Wilson Thomas Kirker Chari.ks W'adas Frank Goi.ber Henry Warmax Joseph YAC.iioxis (iordan W'AsrBAroH Hexrv Morgans WiLBiR Fisher Robert Dew. Manoper SUMMARY December 12 December 15 January January 12 January IS 19 January January 26 — Alumni — Kiitztown March March March 9—Millersville •These games were ruled ib^ 19 a - - - 61) - 33 58 12 48 - 32 34 - - - - - 28 39 41 - 39 32 - . - - - 50 . _ _ - - - . - . - . - - - - - - . . - out. Mansfield having used an inellgibi 9 273 Bloomsburg 32 --------------------------------... — Lock Haven — Shippensburf; — Wyominjr Seminary — BuckncU Freshmen — Shippcnsburp 2 — East Stroudsburg 9— West Chester 15— Mansfield 16— Lock Haven 23— Mansfield 1— F.ast Stroudsburjr 2— Wyoming Seminary •5 February February February February February Opponent 37 38 39 40 41 40* 24 47 39 24* 37 44 33 28 34 36 player. aE[ : OBITER ie^^S<4lg^^l^MC5^Vg^fl^ m Junior Varsity Basketball Theodore Davis Captain Albert Kalweit Manager Coach E. .Jones I Working night after night on bumps of practice without glory or emerged with a the gym floor, taking the tiie Junior Varsity and he filled liis posi- praise wonderful record. "Tax" Davis was elected captain tion capably, siiowing a fine sense of leadersliip and ability. To aid Tax we liad "Bob" Davis and Baker from last Brown and Kanjorski were brought in the Fresliman .aid Rucli Tax Davis leadershi]) of ketball tliat commanded Coach the respect of Working together with class and Jones, two great guards, joined the team. J^how- ing a willingness to Cfiptffiii year. work together and guided by the capable .Jones, the team played a brand of bas- tlie fans ,ind the opposing teams. clock-like co-ordination ball that held their ojjponents to loM' scores and and ])laying a brand of basket- still enabled tliem to score heavily. With a hard schedule facing them the boys worked hard and diligently and won but two games played at home. The team was second teams to shoot at. to none in tlie state and set all an enviable record for other Co-operation ratiier than individual work was responsible for their success. The following Varsitv B. M scores will give you some idea of the superiority of the .Junior OBIXER f^J^|K^g^>^vv^>>vavsor/^v^aA^'l?v^fl^/^w^J| ^ ^ First Row Second Row Bob Davis Robert Brown- Eugene Krolikouski Albert Kahveit, Manager Theodore Davis, Captain J. C. An'thoxv Kanjorski David Baker Koch, Faculii/ Manager Elfed Jones, Coach Clarence Ruch I i ^ ^m g^l 19 2 Q yh^ 275 sa^iT^s^ 'i OBITER ^ L^Jv:i'i:s.c«j:>ri'-jiv^^'5<:rnrv(^J5rig^v^^fl»al|^^ ^ i !^m OBITER TRACK s Kali'h Davies K . Captain JoXES - NlCKOLAS JafFIX E. Jo>'f:s. Coach Captain-elect Coach R. Daviks. Ca/'fahi With tile ai)i)ro;n'li of si^rini; tlit- attention of the colk-ge was turntd to track Coach E. Jones issued and thoughts of another good season. and numlur a large a call for candidates of aspirants responded. After a few weeks of practice try-outs were held to pick out a team to enter the Annual University of Pennsylvania Relay Carnival. Captain Ralph Davies,. Keller. Jaffin, made tiie trip to Philadel])hia i)y soggy and muddy the team did not ])lace .Jones Not bit a in team selected was: Due to the fact tliat tlie track was made a very creditalile showing. train. hut discouraged over their failure to turned home and went to work Tlie relay Tlcse four men along with Coach Parr. ))lace in the relays the team reTlie boys earnest to prepare for future meets. under the leadership of Captain Davies and the guidance of Coach Jones worked hard every evening with the idea of surjtassing the records of any other track team that re])resented this college. The team composed of six men journeyed at that place. six entries Coach Jones' proteges finished tiie other schools to aim at. in third place Cai)tain Davies placed hurdles in the remarkable time of 26 seconds. the no West Chester and entered and set first an enviable record the 2"J0 yard low in Captain-elect Jatfin placed yard dash, while Siesko. Kirker, and Yockabonis succeeded their events. The relay team close of the season Nick Jatfin tlie "JJO in first placing in composed of Davies. Wolever, Keller and ished third and Davies also finished third in At the the track Although handicapi)ed by the fact that there were only meet held for to .latfin in fin- yard dash. was elected captain to Ralph Davies, who captained the team two successive seasons. fill the shoes of Much credit due Coach Jones for the remarkable record he established with so small a squad. 278 is v^^>^ravxg>vavss^vavsg»o VNgy^gg^^ai i f-> r -r f p> 2a I Joseph Yacabonis Nick Jaffin, Captain -elect Walter Siesko Thomas Kirkeh Ariiaxd Kellek Elfed Joxes, Coach Ralph Davies, Captain ^g]_T92^ I >^j^v^^/?'gVNaygBV^^JSavjSa^;2all^^ 279 ^3 OBITER ^Cl l^J5^'-i2v<-^5^C'-i2v^*'5^'^V(>^ri^vJ:>fi %^ I TENNIS ---------------------------- Bernard Galla(;her Koch J. C. Havex Fortner Althoui;li I Coach Captain-elect in its int'.-mcv still ;it this institution, tennis The success of the team was due ful season. Captain undtrwtnt a very success- to the -willingness on the part of the players and to the untiring efforts on the part of Coach C. Kocli. .1. who spent day after day on the courts training his small squad. Tennis being a new dates. sjjort and not fully developed did not draw many candi- When Coach Koch put out his call for candidates, a very small number He was seriously handicapped by nunilurs but with never a grumble sponded. and the boys down and worked with settled a ze.il that re- he carritd them through a suc- cessful season. I The team was made up Rholand. .\lthough few of Captain Gallagher. C. Ruch. and always made the opposing team travel The team journeyed met defeat at the H. Fortner and W. nimiber these boys made their presence in to felt in all Mansfield along with our baseball squad but here they hands of Mansfield's court team. Later Mansfield came burg and again succeeded in matches speed to ^sfr?^tfg^^ 280 9a9 ^^^ ^e] »v.vji»vavv>5^gS i 1 ? ?j 1 Havkn Foutnioh JiEIiNAHl) (lALI-AlillKH, Captd'ni ('lahknte Rr( J. C. ffe^l 1 9aQ II Koch, Couch >C^I3^i5CVj>:Pl>3JCc^i>3-l>Cri^>^?iShr>^J>5ny 281 i a^ r;E^ OBITER I |gr^ft^fr^ftx^g^>cs^a>^./i5o^yi K Fresliniaii Football FRESHMAN The Upperclassmen defeated UPPERCLASSMEX VS. Freshman team by the The the score of 18-0. uppers were led by "Bobby" Wilson and the Frosh by Joe Ichter. The Frosh were "stage struck" at the beginning of the fray but soon recovered and put up a battle that would do credit to The Frosh kicked With the who The ball many off good team. a and soon the Uppers had the carried the ball over for the first ball in dangerous territory. on the Frosh 10 yard line Wilson threw a forward pass to Slusser first Wilson tried score. a dropkick but failed. The half ended with the ball in Frosh territory in the Seniors' possession. second half opened with the Uppers receiving, and after that talk that Coach Kray- nack gave the boys between halves they were ready was not long till Wilson scored another touchdown the "pep" out of were determined tlie first The year men. to score at least they were forced to kick. Wilson scored the 25 yards through the Freshman to tear the via the Frosh to pieces. it It forward pass and took try for extra point failed. one touchdown and ceed when Ichter ran 30 yards around end. looked as if The Frosh they would suc- Their hopes were soon blasted when final points when he carried the ball line. LINE-UP FROSH SENIORS Roberts - Left End Fau.s Wolever Perch Left Tackle Warren Left Guard Liptzer Center Jacobs Right Guard Dew Right Tackle Krolikowski Wescoski '4 Slominski Right Wambaugh Fortner End Bob Davis Adamson - Right Halfback - - Fullback ^^'ilson Edmunds Left Halfback Jenkins Kalweit - Quarterback Ichter Slusser Golder - Sidi.ittifufes I L'pperclassmen vigna, —Poole, Tax Davis, ^'ital. Hess. Freshmen — Kanjorski. La- Mooney, Johns. Referee —=Booth. —Jones. — Koch. Timekeeper— Mathews. Umpire Head Linesman i ^^ ^gj s k s I November 20, 1928. i^i^iP^e^ :-S!i-'iX^'J>2^i">^>>^i>5-''>5riV^'>>^:^i>?^j OBITER i c Women's Athletics Women's athletics in this school have been taking a more important place each During the past few years they have become well organized, by Miss Loose and Miss McCammon. under a point system. Freshmen are encouraged to participate in the various sports and earn points for their numerals, "B" and Chevron. year. Good sportsmanship Every girl is encouraged in all activities. has a chance to take part in hockey, volley ball, basketball, tennis, skating and hiking. |C]| Yf^ The major sports, hockey, volley ball, basketball and baseball, are staged in the form of tournaments. The winning Freshman team plays the Senior winners for school championship. A tennis tournament is also held for all who care to play. ^lany good times are had on hikes. Every girl knows tiie way to the Rose Tea at Light Street and many have visited the Catawissa fire tower and other Room places of interest. During the skating season many i>leasant hours are spent girls hike to the various places while others prefer riding and Arbutus Park seem Each year to be the on the on the bus. Some Espy bog ice. popular places for this sport. the interest in athletics is growing and we know that athletics in the future are going to hold an even bigger place in the school life of every girl for hours of fun are not soon forgotten. 283 ^ ^^ OBITER Mfc K-'5^'^CS.<-^^l-»iv<^-5rr-Cv(^-5rir2v?J5^'iiCX^-r:^ iim rcA i^ Girls' Letter won "B award in must have at least six hundred points, two hundred of which must be major and two hundred minor plus two hundred which may be either. In addition to the six hundred points each girl must have an "A" in posture and an "A in sportsmanship to qualify for the award. Tlie Girls' Letttr athletics. s Club To Club secure a "B" is made up of girls wlio havt- the " a girl " After securing the "B girls " may work for chevrons. For each additional three hundred points, one hundred of which must be major and one hundred minor. a chevron The is given. officers of the Girls' Letter Club for the vear 1928-29 are: Dorothy Foote Kathrvx P'lemixg m.\rth.\ President J ice Maudrue O'Coxxell The sponsors s the members Mrs. Sutliff. Miss MeC amnion, and !Mr. Nelson. tournament was organized and conducted by the Girls' Letter Club, of the club acting as referees, umpires, Members i are: Treasurer The club was organized to promote more interest in athletics and a better school spirit. The club has assumed responsibility for the organizing and promoting of The .Senior decorations for games, bonfires, pep meetings, trip to Lock Haven, etc. Girls' Basketball I President Secretary l.aird and the like. of the club are: Karleex Hoffmax WlXIFRED PeTEKOFSKY Stella Zatavetski Emma Hibbiax Lottie Miller Mary Hays Helex Gogolach ^L\uDRrE O'Coxxell Eleanor Zvdaxowicz ]SL\r(;aret .Swartz C.\therixe Sixcoxis Helen- Hitton ^L^RGARET DlLA Sophia Makarcvzk Pearl Goscixski Myf.\wxey Williams Margaretta Boxe Helen Seely Kathryn Fleming NoRMJi Knoll Dorothy Foote Mary ]\L\rtha Laird Helex Caffrey .Storosko Margaret Oswald Isabel Chelosky Kathryx Abbett Paulixe Xelsox Paxsy Seurer Vern.\ Valexce I 19 a 284 1 i^^ (Sye^ f i5cv?>ipi>3^»2?>i'>^)>^i>J^'J>iri>^>>c^>ixr'j First OBIXER ^ Row Dorothy Foote, President Kathrvx Flemixg Martha Laird Maudrue O'Coxxell s Srcoiiti Roxc Third Margaret Oswald Pearl Goscixski Mary Storosko Margaret Swartz Eleaxor Zydaxowicz Miss Emma Hibbiax E. H. Stella Zatavetski Mrs. K. L. SiTLiFF Norma Kxoll VeRXA ^^ALEXCE Karleex Hoffmax ^[AU(;Al^I•:TTA Uoxe U'lNll-RKD PeTEKOFSKY MAR(rARET DiLA 19 2 Row 9 McCammox Nelsox i i^gavsaazggvsar;^wsfl/ga>^&fl;;ga[^^fe 285 ^^"^^ ^ OBITER K ^ Oiirotli.v Williams. Stella Poplaskl. Elva Griffith. Clara Cadwalader Second Row Helen CafTrey. Louise Jarzenbowncz. Eleanor Zydanowiez Third Row Dorothy 'WilliaMis, Catherine Sinconis. Elizabeth L. Williams. Helen Wlieaton First K'lir — — Senior Hockey Center Left Wing Left Inside Ripht Wing Right Inside Center Halfback Right FullbackLeft Fullback Right Fullback Left Halfback Goalkeeper Jahzexbowicz Caffrey Gbiffith D. L. Williams CAmv.\L-\I)ER Zyd.\xo\vicz \Vhe.\tox - - E. WlLLUMS Sln-coxis - DarMMOXD POPLASKI \ girls - In the fall of the year the fellows have their foothall to occupy their time, likewise the have their favorite sport also. Hockey is to the girls as football is to tlie fellows. It is tin- most favorable sport for women. Hockey requires the use of all the faculties. To be a good hockey player one mu--t have speed, good judgment and above all a quick eye. The Senior team cerIt is the duty of the Seniors to show the Freshmen how to play. tainly did show the Freshmen this year. Jarzenbowicz"s team went through the season without losing a game. No other team scored against them. Jarzenbowicz and Griffith carried the team through to success with their brilliant playing. I The hockey games are played in the form of a tournament and number of games wins the tournament. the team winning all or the most The Senior Hockey Teams are in charge of Miss McCammon, the jihysical director. I 286 m «(^5^iisa^ i First Second Rote Teresa DeP'orte ViRGixiA Tedesco Roxc' Kathryx Robbixs Antoinette Gentile Ruth Soxner Marv Reagan Beatrice Girton GEftTRVDE GaVEY Miss Dorothy Eriiex Clare Cavinaugh Lucy Keeler Kathryx Loose, Coach Freshmen Flockey Field hockey was introduced as a sport several years ago. and has proven to be one of the most popular sports for women. The hockey teams pla}' against each other in a series of contests. These contests are played on the grounds between Science Hall and the GymThe incoming fresJinun are rather nasium. Each team consists of eleven players. green in the game and of course the game offers thrills galore for the inexperienced player, and also ])rovides fun for the onlookers. A small but agile team led by Ruth Sonner proved too strong for the other freshmen teams who opposed them. The best game of the season was the one which included the two strongest teams. Although Sonner's team proved the victors, the work of parrow's team was great. b^S 19 :2 9 i Sag/^^sr»^^bgr5qv^^>^i'avsfl>^^w^axa>^&fl^ 287 OBITER lvJ5^'-SJv<^^:>fl'-i2v^v-5ri'i:v(^-^rACl^-r:^ h Basketball Tournameiit The Q C. girls' tournament of the upper classmen played was enjoyed by members of the second and of the fact that the schedule like, we had The a girls year at B. S. T. third year classes. very successful season. were divided into ten teams, to the . six girls i)laying on a team. These numbers. were ably coached by our physical director. Miss McC'ammon. The tournament was won by teams nunitur two and number is. In spite was often interrupted by conferences and teams were arranged according We this at the close of tlie basketball season we find that these seven. That two teams have the highest standings. The courage and clean fighting spirit combined with excellent team stood out in each game. ship I SiD^ Not once shown by any member K'^^^'X£ri>s!(^JZ^iril in the work tournament was any poor sportsman- of either team. iSZ^S3^?S^ 288 19 a 9 IK^ 1 ai lWI>:r>l>g^T>^?>A'>g^»^l>^»:^l>^»g^l3g^J| ere^ f OBITER Standing Sifting KXOLL SCHEUER Seely, Captain Fleming, L. Flemixg, K. Williams, E. FooTE, Captain Williams, A. gogolach DULA Zydaxowicz Mattavi 289 1^S3H ^^\ OBITER l|g'^e>AB^^'^g>;'>l<^«^^^yB>Hg>va>^<^^Bl|^?j ^a •!i ^ Freshmen Girls' Basketball This season has been a very successful one for the of the Freshman Loose Sutliff, Class. by We whom we many basketball teams are greatly indelited to our coach. Mrs. Katliryn Although the teams have been so ably trained. were handicapped by lack of practice, due on girls" to their inability to secure the occasions, the results have been such that much praise is gym due both coach and players. We must not forget our loyal student body wliose enthusiasm and co- operation has had we much influence in luaking this season successful. needed which proved itself wortliy of the were grouped according i a tournament was conducted support and interest given to ability in sections A ranked highest by not losing a single game were: i The A and B. A-23 in the final game. Up to that it. gym in the The teams The B teams who B-7. B-l teams, however, carried their rivalry through to close victory over met we it. During the month of January I Nor must forget the assistance that Mr. Nelson gave us from time to time as tlie game K B-2. and end. B-1.5. A-25 won a neither team had defeat. i '^ j^^li^sgzy^ 4«^C^J'^!5^'^i^-'5Ma2:s\-^5< 290 19 a 9 IVVr>ihiX?^T>2?>i'>C^)>:rl>C^>>iri'!0^)>2?^l>5^J OBITER l^gj i Fimt Row Second Jeanetta York Row Helex Dark Au)A Cui.p Edith Rees Catherine Steix Ida Arcus Elizabeth Talbot Mildred .Ioxes Klvira Farrow- Dorothy Haen Ruth SoXNER Anna Chehaxsky Elizabeth Edwards Ruth Krebs Helen Cott Carpexter Catherine Zimmerman Etheuja Youxg MiNxiE Hqweth Miijjred Hoo\'er Dorothy Harris VlHGIXIA TeDESCO Third Row Fourth Row Dorothy Ashwohth Axxa Hei.ex Diemer Regina Davis. Roll Keeper IsABELLE Chelosky. Referee Mr. Nelson, Sponsor Magjorie Hemixgway Fi.oRExcE Baker Berx'ATOnis. Scon- Nrr/ifr LuciixE Brehji Hortex-se Evans, Jieferee Nancy Hatnes Elma Morris Mary Lixdemax Mary Yetter LoREXE Fei.steb, Mrs. K. I.. Scorc Keeper Sutliff. Conrh Fraxces Yetter Jexxie Houser Dorothy Diesixc 9 2. & >/y8^^>a.>?'5rwsflj'gBwsa>!vaj^&a;>2alP^ 291 tvJn/^(r^ps.<^7:;<^<'S^i.^v^vrio:^^(^JsrA<^g<^J^^^^i>^'J:^^ ft^VfNM<*>d^Cg^g^^e^g^| 292 I 9aQ l^^r? TJ^. I ^2 i>J^?>:hi>5«^»2?>l">^)>Srl>5^»Srl>ZV->>2M>S^J OBITER 1^^ 'i 9 S i t^^l :'(? 'Q^Q /g4ivs?arg8v:^a^g^^x5^^j^g^ 293 ^ OBIXER LvJV[i'-5SvC-C>riTivrrn2v(^5rifi?vtJ5^ai^^'^5^ !E 1 s ! S I fe rC'^SJ'J^^rCSJ^^^rt^s:^:^-'^^* >JM^g(o>^-J^gC'V^'J>^l 294 iQa Q 1^5>1 Wc>^|«gaiP»ir^"'^-'"--'^>>"- '-"*"'' ^'-"-g g^l OBITER 1 i ie^^&>.^«i>/v<;v^g^XgS^fr<^f»VH^^ ^S^^^Qji^ 5S ' ^^li 5l^ i aiji 'Jl ^fff^ ^ - -«^sT-'7>w*ii .:.' -i^-ir^^^s. [':g>g^j^>aijJsrircsatj?^r>>c(vJ?r^.^V^>y>.^W>^K^V.^i»^>-*WVll»>aWSJl | OBITER 1^ i C ? "^1 n m m S s^ f, 19 a 9 x^^^jy^ infr^jyu^i^f^J^tinxi 299 Jsa^^a^^^fl^ail^^ >3^^| OBITER [o^^(rgs.< Jgy<'->>^<^^vrr'^;v(«J5r^<-gvyvJ!>an>g»J^Q I ^ ^ I 1 L rTJ^i rt>^cJs^f r->>ctvJ>Cto;^^cJ>:i 300 1 QaQ 1^;^^ I^^ onrnm. * K55 OBITER 1^ l5CO?3iihi>Ji^j>Shi">^)>^l>5^'>iri^-^>^l>5^J g|» ii ^*if •/•'- . — Jf here, oh xchere, are the pea green Freshmen? 1927^28 The fall of 1927 women when perhaps hood da3's We first year and marked a new set forth or woman on unit of the college and _vouthful men and ties of their ciiild- on a new venture. soon adapted ourselves to college man 300 them the epocli in the lives of for the first time they cast behind the campus. life The and all the customs that govern the class of '29 soon became an important in all its activities. Archibald Reese was chosen president and under his leadership the year's activities were successfully carried aid of our advisor proved a success. Is I London." The Kids' Part}- was held and with the The whole school came to our play, "So This out. The Junior prom was held and of the class behind its success gave evidence of the spirit it. But the Junior year came to a close, finding the class of the burdens and responsibilities that all Seniors must carry. 1929 ready to take up OBITER ^^ l^JVIo2vri'-k2v^y3^rcvC<^ri<"Cv^J5«aa>^«J^;^ S2aS51S] i S. 1928-1929 SEPTEMBER —^Everybody back to welcome the newcomers. 12— Seniors —"Ah, I'm so glad to see you." Smack Smack disgust. Classes began. The Juniors look on want to go home." 13— Much wailing on 14— Much talk about customs. 15— Y. W. and Y. M. party for the new students. 16— W. G. A. tea for new dormitory. 17 — Telephone booth most popular place 18—Juniors with smiles. They know the good place. 19 — Y. AV. meeting — good thing to begin early to keep straight. attention — why? 20— Juniors attracting a time — lucky for them — "forewarned fore21 — Most of the Juniors know the Dean by armed." 22 — Whoever said Saturday was a day of rest? with .some of the Senior gentlemen. the Jurtior 23— "Misery loves company." We 24— Blue — bluer— bluest Monday. becoming very popular. 25— Looks as though spring fever were coming back — the campus the Frosh and green bands. 26— All you can see 27 — Class meetings, election of President, and other 28— Strange how people take to the library! to church together." 30— Much church going. "We'll 11 ! ! in all halls. "'I girls. S. in girls' all lot this I girls .see I is is is officers. stroll OCTOBER —Monday again —and a new month— time to start work —only eight more to go. We're 2— Football begins — of buzzing, get out the fur coats, derbies, and canes. "Kollege Boys" we are. 3— Days are growing shorter — down to business. 4— Everything progressing except the menus. 5 — Game tomorrow —^pep meeting Auditorium. "Lookout Kutztown." 6 — Wonderful day — won from Kutztown, up, boys. Keep that leads to our home." — Pretty empty college—most of us followed "The long, long 8— We wonder alike? Mondays are 9— Nothing more exciting, the .same cases hold. out. 11 — Same old Thursday — not even the soup 12 — great fun for a "few" to go to the gym and dance. Never mind we're good 13— West Chester beat old times with old friends around. 14— Lots of company — 15 — A day of — but we didn't get 17 — Football team working hard for Shippensburg game. Maybe that accounts for 18— Wonderful dinner tonight — we heard the cook was 19 — Everybody agrees that the faculty made up of good sports. They're back of us every time. We know that you far as we know they won. 20— Team on journey Mt. Olympus. could do 21 — Many new cases reported after Saturday night. 22—Work much harder. Cheer up we know 23— A great deal of hiking. Good exercise for 24— No dancing tonight. Well, we'll at least get through the evening without being criticized by the onlookers. 26 — Everyone out see the parade. 27 — Had a Hallowe'en party the gym. Everybody had a good time, especially those who received the 28— You'd swear that we were living crying, "Oh, my dogs!" a kennel, everyone 1 lots let's settle is in 12-0. it 7 trail all if still left It's losers. us. .just like rest it. is sick. it. is .\s to it. all it. all. to in prizes. in is '^] g^lB^gZ^g'-g^g'^B^S^ iri:SX<>Xlo:^-':5fj( ri>^.^5 CTLCV^ 304 ©a 9 I iJET ^QM ti ^^|iSB>^>avv^>va w^y>QV^^^y^V>g^^ OBIXER E^ ^ enjoy collepe parties? Foolish question, number 100. A great rush to the ]il)rary, for various reasons. it won't he loot; now. I .see that we still have the arnihand.s 29— Do we — 30 — 31 — NOVEMBEH Uraee — Only seven more months to 2 — Dr. Kaiguel's lecture very interesting. 1 fro. U|) the first hundred years are the —Two busloads of students accompanied the team I^ock Haven, who said that Professor Koch wasn't a good sport? 4—Good day for 5 — All planning for Thanksgiving vacation. Homesick — Cinnamon buns for breakfast. You should them disappear to 3 IwiriU-st. We «im — and say ! all. ! 6 like .see —The 7 Boston Women's Orchestra entertained in the auditorium. snow in July. Now we know why lead- ers are thin. — First 8 day the sun has come .Many sons are around here hut not any of them shine. out. — .Most popular discussion of today "Lesson Plans?" 10— No game, so the movies took an unusual 11 — Beat M. S. T. C. We were too good for them. 12 — Pudding for dinner. 9 is toll. in "cases" have turned into "boxes." — Some of the —Joint meeting of the Y. W'. and Y. M. — Not many danced the gym —most of them prefer use their eyes. — Everyone thinking about a week Saturday and not mudi being done. the time we won't be eating — Ne.xt week at — A day of simple — no get out our bathing 20— Very warm day — warm enough for the big dance. New evening dresses have been created 21 — Every one ing— so to speak. go home. 22 — All busy — studying — no, getting ready question — number 23— Big dance the gym. Did we enjoy Ten days of "Home, Sweet Home." 24— Vacation, at 13 little 1-i 15 is is 17 college. at this 18 i to in 16 visitors. life to is suits. set out of noth- to last 101. Fooli-sh it? in ! DECEMBER — Back to the old place once more. Great to see the faces. 4— Humors of a big dance Saturday night. "Better their das.ses. 5— Teachers looking for informaticm concerning some members than never." 6 — All looking for evening gowns! Will they get one? a "buoy." 7 —Cheer up! formal. All you need The dance very much — even those wlio got Everyone enjoyed w-as the best. 8— Of novelties, "shipwrecked" when they got too close to the corners. 9 — Long day for most of Nothing to do until tomorrow. good. Hope 10— Lot of talk about "Apple Sauce." — Everything progressing as well as usual. looks as though we are going to have snow. 12 — Very cold, be there. Saturday — — First basketball game 14— Only one more week and then home again for ten more days. — We won from Kutztown. Keel) "P' hoys 16 — Girls and boys seen strolling down the street — where to— to church! Christmas, cheer up, didn't we have eggs for 17 — Even though we get no chicken dinner breakfast? the Yes, we use suitcases even though we are going 18— Much packing done by 3 all ^ya\^^>^?gw^>5>g>gvsflygBWsflx:'a:S5^l^^ 305 OBITER a3 \k^?^^^ss^JZ^L'ii>S'JZ^r^<{>i.i'jz/:iri>^az^ i JANUARY Glad to be hack and do some good work. Begin the new year right. — Back once 3— Not much done "What did he give you?" any class today, you can hear mail boxes. Why? t— Great rush around 5 — Lots of new clothes strutting around. Good Santa Claus. — In spite of the vacation, some of our members are missing — strayed, or "flu" what I'd say. new turning over — Only two more weeks and we begin over again — something 2 iiu:rc. all in is, tlie 6 lost, 7 s 8 like all — Notebooks are being called —A 9 for. More work howling wind blowing today. — 10 for Perhaps that down to breakfast. Everybody sniffing, coughing, and is a leaf. all. come wliy the Nortli Hall boys didn't is Miss Kline pretty well rushed. sneezing. — North Hall Orchestra played the gym. A good future ahead for them. 12 — Had oyster stew for lunch. you happened to go home, you cerwas very good and, tainly missed 13— Musicale Knjoyed by the auditorium. 14— Exams soon be here. Let's get to work. hats. 15— Very day, much spring. Girls can be going down town witliout Sure sign of spring. 16 — Dr. Pike's lecture. Very good, indeed. 17 — Very few down to breakfast. Grapefruit was the cause. 18 — Tomorrow Now the time we generally begin pray. the end of a perfect semester. 19 — Almost deserted — rush home for the second semester fees — poor father have to go without chewing gum for awhile. 20— Nobody here. 21 — Lots of absentees. We know the reason why. 22 — New set of people coming; new set of Seniors wailing about lesson plans. 23 — Snow at —and deep, lasting snow — "Well, Old Man Winter certainly was slow year. suppose we'll be wearing fur coats for Easter." — Rotary and Kiwanis Club banquet college dining room. We certainly enjoyed the evening. We could hear the singing fnmi our windows. 25 — The night before the college busy. Telephone booth 26 — College party went over Here we can thank the decorating committee — the gym was absolutely transformed — "Thank you." 27 — Lots of college kids sleigh riding on the campu.s — and the Dean was out taking pictures of them — gosh, she must be wonderful — no fooling, she 28 — "The day after the day before." Too much coasting the day before. 29 — Dancing down the g.vm as usual and a few new cases reported. 30— Great deal of rushing done by the allright to rush, but don't trip or 11 in It if a treat. in all. will like fine tlieir .seen is to is will this last I in 2-t ])arty. is big. is. sororities. fall. It's Final bids go out today. FEBRUARY — "Frills and heart frobs." Dance tonite. We had a s-"weH" time. 2 — Some more Phi Gamma Tau dance the gym. We certainly dressed up. 3 — Day after the two nights before. We found a of "lying" around 1 in frills. — Another Monday, and time — Almost dorm today. the Sunday. 4 5 month in lot It is started the to settle down e\'erybody sick in be.l with colds to honest-to-goodness — almost work. "flu" up. — Nothing new. — A beautiful day and most of the Collegiates contracted spring fever. 8 — Splendid lecture by Dr. Raiguel. He's one man who can out-talt any 6 7 9^Thrilling basketball with West Chester. by two Took woman. us five minutes to best them, and we did points. — Not unlike the rest of the Sundays —We are sure spring has come to 12 —W. "Who G. A. party for 10 11 here. Wt- liad celery for dinner. stay. S. girls. said that wc couldn't do without the men." We had the best time ever. '^ ^j^l^SB^^ ;^j>ri<"£sJ<>>^o2?«-^? 306 19 2 1 ^CIE) fJS OBITER i5';^'TXhi>^J>2^1>^»Srl>^J>iri'S3-»2?->l>5^J — We were — Valentine's Day. 13 1-t all Had — Collcfiiate Hall — Same IT Many love affairs hcinji discovered, and the mails were hi-avv. three "cheers" for the chicken. little wonderful chicken dinner a 1.1— Haskethall minute. 1<) that there were no classes, such nice weather. wislilrifr St. game with Mansfield pvm was dance. The "Scotch." — — by one point, but we lost the bear idea of the thinjr. old Sunday nite lunch, cheese and Heinz i)icklcs. is a saying, "After the rain comes the sunshine." shine comes the rain." — Great he nnist a (loin;; blizzard, We found jjrood business excuse for the absence of some week-end excursioners. t'lood It ".\fter the sun- it. — snowed enough to month. 21 — Eggs must be cheap food. We always get the "raw" deal. 22— Washington's Birthday — wonder what the "Father of Country"' could family of today? 23— Xo one here — everyone went home for the week-end. 24— Blue Sunday. Maybe Monday be a better day. 25 — Rained day. "Every cloud has a silver lining." Try and find 26— Hopes again revived — we saw the sun. 27 — We begin to wonder there ever be day of 28— Cheer up. Tomorrow Friday and the of March. 20 that Xortli collcfrc. — There 19 We've concluded is with the 18 back the hoys to the will last a his I .see W(udd say if he his will all it. will if a rest. first is MARCH — Time to get going. Only three 2— Snow, rain, sleet — through 1 game. They won, but — Excellent musicale shining 4— "The March wind 3 in more months and we'll stop. some of us journeyed to Wyoming took them an extra five minutes to do it all to see the basketball it it. the Auditorium. This proves that a long hall isn't the place for lights. Modern March 5 doth blow and we shall have snow," that is — swear that Mr. Weather — Y. W. A. installed I 6 old-fashioned is March. strutting aroimd in sunshine. C. is a female new their — it is so changeable. The usual ceremony of cabinet. installation was im- pressing. 7 — Dramatic Club staged their annual tournament which went over Something around here after all. —Tau Kappa 8 Phi Sorority dance at the Elks. — The usual Saturday. Xothing 10 — CJorgeous weather for hiking. 9 new but The fact the is We all big. We're doing took a ride that night. same old stew. we saw a lot of people walking, but we didn't ask why. 11— The winners Street. 12 —Spring of the Dramatic Club tournament had "Some chickens fever is i 19 a 9 I saw .some girls swinging means that we expect spring to around. whistling, which a party .it the Rose !" their rackets stay. Tea Room, Light and heard some boy.-; — OBITER \iii^^\ ||S^^^s^i^|^.iVC^e•v^^^a>L^B»>^^^/g>^<^^Jg^||&^, 1 k MARCH 13. — School buzzing over Corning Basketball Tournament of lots old friends expected as visitors. 14. 15. 16. — — — — — — nothing Patrick's Day — but chaps variety. like the cook forgot the Irish Stew. 17. St. 18. Just another day wasted away. Dancing seems to be getting popular 19. — Mail heavy today some "Ohs" and "Ahs" and "Gees," etc. they express themselves. Gorgeous day and first day of tournament "I hope so and so wins" "I know him" "He's from our town." Saw a lot of College boys walking around all alone the girls .seem to fancy high school in gym the —others seem to have "standing invi- tations." W. C. A. Cabinet girls. 20. Installation of Y. 21. Some freshmen have been 22. \nother beautiful day 23. Saw some Easter 24'. An 25. Everybody seen courting danger —^hopes — togs already some went sport them wlien they come back. warm day — Many unusually home college girls packing to go liome is — I mean some other girl's boy Palm Sunday. — Don't week end tliis them to get —others will — and boys went to church Fine day to start. room for tlie new clothes. forget to leave 26. Who 27. Marks go home that's a vinegared vacation for some Goodbye Happy Easter See you next month. 28. friend. are raised for a beautiful said work? with vacation so near. — folks. — — .\PRIL 8. Back again and only more weeks 7 Get the to go. bit in your teeth — it won't be long now. 9. all 10. — students were guests of boarding students at dinner a musical time was had by Interesting inter-collegiate debate between B. S. T. C. and M. S. T. C. in colwe bad two women on our team. lege and we won Day — — Just another Wednesday nite at B. bad weather, too. nite — sprint T. C. 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PA. wnrlfi. i^-5.^««*$i«^«*^$.'5^^<,,?i«<;*^^ 321 | ^ ^««$«B§^^««»§s$<5««a»$$«*««>'5«^^§*»«.^5^$^«^««$«^$«*«^^§^^5^ O. Williams S '^ — —"No,"Colleges there Pike E>r. are the limit." is the Danville in- stitution." Compliments of "My a brotlier has rung the gong to start thousand fights." "\^ hat he. a referee?" is Shuman's Hardware 'No. a preacher." BLOOMSBURG, PA. Imagine how the college professor who was out after butterflies felt when little Jrihnny asked "Are you the dog catcher?" — STOP AT The H. & 144 East C. Goods Toilet -^ Cut Rate Main Street For Everything cles, Patent Medicines in REA & DERICK, Inc. Toilet Arti- Patent Medicines, Rubber Cut Rate Goods CIGARETTES CIGARS TOBACCOS CANDY Soda — Candy — Cigars — Cigarettes Beaming Father — ""\es. I named my three daughters Faith. Hope, and Charity." Young Man (stuck for the evening with the heavyweight "And the greatest of these is Charity." < I James E. Roy's IN TRAINING SCHOOL —"Tommy, .Student Teacher singular or plural?" Jeweler, Optometrist Tommy Kodaks and Kodak Finishing lar at BLOOMSBURG, — (after the top much and plural thought at the is >^ \ \ \ |^ f trousers — "Singubottom." I V ^ \ .v PA. WATER'S HAT SHOP MARIETTA DRESS SHOP 322 t " IN BLOOMSBURG, started proceed." this; Most wives PA. know how don"t other the half lives. you had better board tliink — often had." — Landlady "Often had what?" — Muley ""Better board elsewhere." '"Yes. Warman — ""You been have should — elsewhere." Muley Reese "Shakespeare good quarterback. Reese -"Because he had so many longrun plays." High Grade Furniture "I to wanna go buy-buy!'" "1 — a and — — I* want you of GOOD CLOTHING Landlady do Bob Davies go, baby?" Crowell Home DIALECT —^"Where GELB & MAYER I Blank Books Sporting Goods Stationery Typewriters Greeting Cards Filing Cases Daily and Sunday Papers Registrar — ""Name, please." Roddy—-"Whose?" . Prof. Hartline "And now. 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