The Colophon 1932

COLOPHON l'l!; 'M Lillie W. Taylor glance at this picture instantly re­ calls to- the mind The Age of Innocence. But beware! Looks are deceiving. The young lady is most dangerous, with her big rolling eyes and her broad flashing smile. She “must love some one” and each season brings a new recruit. Some say Lillie is fickle, but they probably only heard her rehearsing her favorite expression, \"Oh you great big strong, handsome man.\" All know her reputa­ tion—as a “knock-out” on the basket-ball floor, the tennis court, and the athletic field. She has a mighty good business head too and excels in art. Oratorical Contest 4; Varsity Basket­ ball 2-3; Girls’ Athletic Association- L’res. I; Girl Reserves 1-2-3-4-V. Pres. I; Cilee Club 2-3-1; Operetta 2-3; Class Vice Pics. 3; Class Secretary 4: Class Track 1-2-3-4; Varsity Hockey 1-2; Latin Club 2; Dramatics 3: Business .Manager Colophon 4. [ 49 }

COLOPHON Rita M. Wenger R1TA, our curly-headed little presi­ dent, is probably the answer to a poet’s prayer—a paragan of virtue. She is quite the noblest of the fair Phi Phis, which of course makes her The Perfect girl and a person to be reckoned with. Her one fault is found in her amaz­ ing laugh, which starts like an old Ford skidding out of a ditch, gradually increases to an imitation of a boiler about to burst, and ends in a grand crescendo, reducing her to a state of complete exhaustion, leaving her poor listeners alarmed and quite overwhelmed. Vocal music is the remedy. She may take the suggestion and add to her accomplishments the role of priina donna. Oratorical Contest 2-3-4: Debates 2- 3-4; Class Debating- 3-4; Girl He- serves 1-2-3-4; Vice President 3: President 4; Glee Club 2-3-4; Oper­ etta 2-3; Class Track 1-2-3-4; Var­ sity Basketball 2-3; National Honor Society 3-4; Varsity Hockey 1-2; Or­ chestra 2-3; Girls’ Athletic Associa­ tion 4; Batin Club 2; Class Secretary 3; President of Senior Class. [ 50 J

COLOPHON Marie E. Werner j^^ARIE is the one pianist of the Class of ’32 and we are proud of her. Seldom do we have a program that she is not called upon to play. She is un­ decided as to the profession she should choose—West Chester for music or Pierce College for a business course. Can Marie type?—just as fast as she “tickles the ivories.” A (inc upstanding young man (with a car) might help to solve her problem. What ever she decides on, we hope she will retain her sweet disposition and go smiling her way through life. Girl Reserves 1-2-3-4; Treasurer 4: Glee Club 2-3-4: Girls’ Athletic Asso­ ciation 4; Orchestra 3-4; Operetta 2-3. [ 51 ]

— COLOPHON I V Arnold M. Zwicky I IeRE we have one of those “tall silent men”—silent, that is, until something moves him to a vociferous \"Haw! Haw!” which in itself is sufficient to bring the Swiss Alps tumbling about the ancestral man­ sion. Arnold began his High School career with a rush which has continued until the close of this, his last year. Even the “joys” of an appendicitis operation did not deter him scholastically—although it did take a very valuable man from all our athletic teams, worse luck!—And less accessible, as it were, to the fairer sex—there arc so many pretty nurses at that Hospital! Varsity Basketball 2-3; Varsity Soc­ cer 2-3-4; Co Captain 4; Varsity Baseball 2-4; Class Track 3-4; Na­ tional Honor Society 3-4; Glee Club 4; Class President 3; Class 'Treas- urer 1; Jli-Y Club 1-2-3-4; Vice President 3; Treasurer 4: .Scholarship Fund 4. [ 52 J

COLOPHON ■ Class Prophecy i'l! BrOADWAY, aglow with myriads of multi-colored lights, hums with the streams of firstnight- ers. Theatres fling wide their magic portals and bid us en­ ter the world of unreality. The most appealing by far of all these brilliant palaces of entertainment is the \"Harris Theatre.” Its glittering signboards proclaim to the teaming throng the opening of \"Rose of the Desert,” starring two favorites of the American Stage, Scott Dear­ olf and Betty Lance. The class of 1932 of the Wyomis­ sing High School is certain to be here; for complemen­ tary tickets have been forwarded by the house manager, Bennie Fredericks. “Standing room only, please,\" says the girl in the box-office, whom, upon closer inspection we find to be Gladys Eyrich. Smiling cheerily to Red, the famous doorman who has been welcoming theatre­ goers for twenty-five years, we push our way into the lobby. Far, far above the shiny sea of top-hats looms a familiar face. We recognize the tanned saturnine fea­ tures of that illustrious poet, Maurice Rider, clinging to his arm and almost last in the great crowd, is Lois, Maurice’s linancee of ten years standing. At last! An usher guides us safely to our seats. Why it’s Margaret Hangen! “Good seats, these! Glad to see you!” she beams. There arc Dot Bollman and Anna Heck, popular society leaders, in their private box. That very energetic Pittsburgh sportswoman, Kitty Barr, is a guest, we see. Leave it to Edith James, the Society Editor of the “West Side News,” to get a good account of the fashions displayed tonight. Down there in the first row excited as usual, is Rita, our former class­ president, now the most successful woman financier on Wall Street, the backer of “Rose of the Desert.” A sly little lady, none other than June Kutz, is the next person we notice. One would never imagine her the president of the Board of Censors of New York and responsible for the morality of the drama. [ 53 ]

COLOPHON CLASS PROPHECY (Continued) A belated critic drifts! in, smiling cynically as she awaits the rise of the curtain for she can make or break a show in her Play Reviews in the \"World.” This terror of playwrights is none other than Betty Bowman. Fol­ lowing her comes Edna Ely, (now a school marm) with a Hock of pupils at her heels. Just back of her is an immaculately clad business woman. You would know Ethel Hartz anywhere. The programs inform us that the firm of “Baker and Taylor” is responsible for the unique and exquisite scenery. After studying extensively abroad, these two talented ladies have established their own interior decor­ ating studio, on Fifth Avenue. The orchestra is tuning up. Maestro Tommy Herb, renowned from coast to coast for his symphony orches­ tras, is waving his baton. The overture for tonight, of course, was written by Marie Werner, who is making a fortune in the music world, and Kenny Guldin, heir to Rudy Vallee’s “sax” appeal. The curtain is rising. Under Electrician Zwicky’s masterly hand glamorous stage effects are holding the audience spellbound. Mighty fine acting there! Dearolf and Lance wander gracefully through desperate love scenes, with comedy relief interspered by Fleck and Ruth, successors 'to Laurel and Hardy. Bruce Seidel, the crafty villain, half-obscured by a curling black mustache and bushy eyebrows, is in his most menacing mood. I The end of the first act. Let us congratulate our friends. What a crowd!—What applause!—Their success is assured. The performers are so completely surround­ ed, it is impossible to approach them.. Even Betty B. is profuse in her admiration and commendation. John Gar­ ner, the star reporter, gets in most any where but he doesn’t have a chance here for an interview either with the stars or with Billy Keck, the translator of “Rose of the Desert.” She is the great and Chinese scholar. Billy, I 54 ]

COLOPHON i... ■ 11 CLASS PROPHECY (Continued) with the help of Carolyn, the great gymnast, attempts to force the crowd off the stage, but even their mighty brawn and muscle are of no avail. Smiling little Martha, the wardrobe mistress, can’t even get through to deliver Miss Lance’s costume for the second act. At last! Here’s our big brave stage manager bellow­ ing at the top of his lungs, “Please stop knocking down this costly new scenery.” Recognize “Costie?” It is long past the time for the Second Act. As we slip by Betty’s dressing-room, we see her standing in the middle of the floor, a manuscript in one hand, and a glass of water (?) in the other, studying her cues—(like old Wyomissing days). Around her flutters Mlle. Apple­ baum famous modiste, hastily readjusting her costume— with the help of Katherine Keiser, Betty’s companion. As we thread our way back to our seats for the last act, we are greeted by Justin, the proud owner of this palatial theatre, who invites us to his penthouse for a grand reunion. We hurry to our waiting taxis and are carried off to a party in the clouds, where we can forget the cares and worries of age in the company of school- day friends. Our hope is somewhere sometime in the dim future, we may really find each other as is predicted in this mythical reunion—a little with the years changed natur­ ally, but with the same warm feeling of companionship that we enjoy today. [ 55 ]

COLOPHON A Battle of Giants I1IE faint breeze has stopped, a somber blackness Creeps slowly from the West, and With it threatening flashes Of white light. The stars vanish: only a golden haze Shows where floats the moon. Then nearer comes the rumble of wheels. The Gods of the sky are clashing! A roar, as one hurls a bolt, and a Rumble, as the chariot careens over head. A might oak lies shattered, crushed. Where a mighty ax, swung back, But swung o’er far, slays The giant of the earth. Then, at last, a wind to break the calm! Afar, is heard the roar, as if Niagara let loose! That forewarning flash Was nothing to this heralded approach of Doom------ The armies wheel, hesitate, and are upon us! The branches flash and crack as a chariot Wheels too near; and blinding flashes, Deafening roar, shake the earth. J 56 J

COLOPHON K'.:: A BATTLE OF GIANTS (Continued) Cloud piled on cloud, hide the threatening Gods On high. A cool blast of air, a Hail of arrows, to punish those who dare defy! Smashing leaves, shrubs, and plants In its killing power. One awful silence; then a rending as of silk, A blue flash, of a million volts! Another oak topples, sways, and falls. Birds, made homeless by this blow Fly, startled, to another shelter. Then, silence again, but a peaceful silence; Far reaching, calm, dripping; A star peeks out, to see if all is safe. Another, And more; and then, they herald in the moon, Who shines on earth, smiling His pity. Peace again; restful, all life at rest; A sparrow in his nest chirps Wonderingly, and then Knowing all is well, goes Back to sleep. Peace on Earth, Good Will Towards Men. —Maurice liidcr. [ 57 ]

... COLOPHON Ye Calendar 1931-32 I Sept. 9—We eagerly (?) greet our dear instructors. Sept. 20—Swimming pool closes. School really begins. Oct. 5—Seniors bowl rocks down Bethel \"Steps.” Oct. 24—Girl Reserves make merry at camp, Photo- graphy becomes an art. Oct. 29—Inter-Club Doggie Roast not so “doggie. Oct. 31—Senior Halloween Party success when no one dances. Nov. 5—Performance of “Three Live Ghosts” with much cockney. Nov. 10—John Carey leaves for Florida. Nov. 21—Inter-Club Dance in gym “With a halo.” Nov. 25—Lillie Taylor wishing she were wintering in Florida. (She doesn’t Care(y) ally). Dec. 22—Hi-Y Alumni Night huge success. Jan. 11—Seniors win Jr.-Sr. Debate. Feb. 15—Seniors hike about Cushion Peak, “Wisecrack” at Chef's. Feb. 11—Faculty “entertained” at Girl Reserves’ Tea. Feb. 19—Victory over Robesonia (Basketball). Apr. 6—Date of Jr.-Sr. Prom changed. Apr. 18—Date of Jr.-Sr. Prom changed again. May 5—Dedication of New Athletic field. Gala occasion. May 5—Hi-Y “entertains” new members. May 23—This volume is released to a waiting world. May 23—Hi-Y banquet “—old wine to drink—” May 26—Girl Reserves close successful season with ban­ quet. May 28—At last—The Jr.-Sr. Prom. June 19—Baccalaureate Sermon. The beginning of the end. June 21—Senior Banquet. \"Too many tears.” June 22—The Seniors take their “parting shot.” June 23—Commencement. ’Tis well. S 58 1

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■— ■ !• Contributers to this section include MARGARET EACHES JEANETTE HENRY JUNE KUTZ

COLOPHON Junior Class SEARCH through the pages of Wyo­ missing High’s Junior Classes has revealed the fact that the election of officers is their first and foremost duty. Because of custom, or maybe lack of originality, our class followed this law to a tee, and promptly elected the fol­ lowing officers: President, Robert Hetrick; First and only Vice-President, Edmund Lerch; Secretary, Anne Muhlen­ berg; Treasurer, Philip Rettew, and Chaplain, Mary Myers. The desire for excitement, so apparent during our Freshman and Sophomore Years, soon expressed itself in the \"rip-roaring” Masquerade Party at Green Hills Lake. The afternoon preceding the party was spent in decorat­ ing and changing the deserted barn into the home of goblins and witches. The evening having arrived, the crowd, entered enthusiastically into childhood games such as “Bobbing for Apples,” “Upset the Fruit-basket,” etc. Emily was awarded a prize when the judges, (whom it would be unfair to mention) bewitched by her long, artistic eyelashes, declared her the “raving beauty.\" Later a thrilling and spooky cross country Treasure Hunt was staged, Leah Keener and Douglas Saleen, first arrived at the Treasure Box, and found a most valuable gift, The ride home as always was the great attraction. The success of both soccer and basketball teams was due to the skill of our Junior Stars. In soccer the for­ ward Edmund Lerch aided by the halfbacks, Rolf Hem- merich, Robert Hetrick and Russell Mellinger, made many of the goals, while Frank Frederick, a fullback, kept the fast-moving ball from our goal-posts. In Basketball also the center. Edmund Lerch; the forward, Robert Hetrick: and the guard, Russell Mellinger, did excellent work in the conflict for the Western Division Championship, these teams were carried to victory by loud cheers under the leadership of William Breitinger, Richard Deck, Richard son Schofer, and Charles Stitzer. The ticket salesmen, Hunter Haines and Blaine Shirk, who sat behind their desk so regularly are deserving of notice. The High School Play \"Three Live Ghosts\" included in its cast a large number of Juniors. The romance of William Foster and Rose Gordon was realistically done by Mary Corbit and Philip Rettew. William Breitinger [ 63 ) .. I

COLOPHON JUNIOR CLASS (Continued) as Bolton, an American Detective; Frank Frederick as Benson, with the aid of Edmund Lerch a policeman; cleared William Foster and restored to Lady Leicester, Anne Muhlenberg, her kidnapped baby and her stolen jewels. The Junior Class Play “Trial of Benedict Arnold” took characters from the past ami brought them into court as witnesses. William Breilinger, because of the great similarity of facial appearance was chosen to por­ tray Benedict Arnold. “Six Cups of Chocolate,” an amusing playlet showing what heart-breakers college boys are, was presented by six Junior girls—Dorothy Butler, Mary Corbit, June Fleisher, Kathleen Funk, Jeanette Gromis and Anne Muhlenberg. The girls, coming from different parts of the country lived or visited in this col­ lege town. All acted well but Mary Corbit as Mlle. Durand is deserving of special mention. Although many Juniors prepared speeches for the Guy Knowlton Sembower Oratorical Contest, only one was given the opportunity of delivering his oration, The judges awarded Jeanette Henry, who spoke on \"Roadside Beauty,” second place. The Junior Class Debating Team consisting of Frank Frederick, Captain, Mary Corbit, Blaine Shirk, and Jeanette Henry were defeated. That was the result of serious rehearsals. We had a great combat in the county debate. The negative team at Shil­ lington, proved “Compulsory Unemployment Insurance is not sound.” On that team, were three Juniors, Jeanette Henry, George Harwick, and Blaine Shirk who held the audience spellbound. We greatly regret that this orator was not heard by the home school. As compensation for the dissolving of all girl varsity teams a Girls’ Athletic Association was organized, which offered various school-letters, as rewards for participating in inter-class sports. Thus far four Junior girls have re­ ceived letters and others have the required two-hundred points. We would be lacking in class spirit did we fail to congratulate Anne Muhlenberg, a star forward, on her spectacular left hand shots which no one can duplicate or explain. [ 64 ]| ■i*

COLOPHON JUNIOR CLASS (Continued) Various members of the class have shown special talent as salesmen, especially of stamps. Some work on a commission basis while others organize companies. They are thus preventing hoarding and helping very materially to improve business, conditions. In the two maior clubs of the school, the Girl Re­ serves and the Hi-Y. the Juniors are very active. The Vice-President of the Hi-Y is Edmund Lerch and the chaplain Robert Hetrick. In the former organization we have taken an active part, worked on committees and prepared to carry on the Girl Reserves successfidly, next year. The Fifth Annual Inter-Club Dance, November twenty-first proved a great success. After all is said and done it is real school work which counts. The courses are inspiring and instructive in pro­ portion to the amount of preparation made by the stu- dents. You no doubt noticed that the Honor Roll held a good number of Juniors’ names. Conversation “English Classes” were enlightening when not ., eembarrasing. A friend might be introduced as a prominent person of whose accomplishments we knew nothing^ whereupon dead silence ensued. Among the number introduced as music-­ ians were Kathleen Funk, our school pianist and Dorothy Butler her assistant. Geometry lightened materially by the drawing of neat figures, we found far more interest­ ing than Algebra. In History, Latin, Science and French there were no added attractions. The Seniors graduated and left us at the helm to guide our ship, Wyomissing High safely, successfully over the sea of 1932. I 65 1

j:i COLOPHON Mllilllll’iil Harrisburg-Gettysburg MERICAN History \"students,” forty- four in number, armed with cameras and lunch boxes, left bright and early on the morn of April twenty-ninth for a visit to the State Capitol and the battlefield of Gettysburg, We were supposed to occupy a private coach, but our magnetism was so great that students from all parts of the county collected about us. (I desist from mentioning names.) Having arrived at Harrisburg, we were first escorted to the palatial building set aside for the Department of Education. We were led through glistening marble halls to a magnificant Forum, built in a semi-circle, having a most attractive ceiling ami decorations of historic murals. With its artistically carved stage, it would furnish an ideal setting for a masque. This edifice, the handsomest educational building in the world, is the glory of’ the wealthiest state in the Union. In the museum, close by, we paused long enough to see Penn’s original charter—a rare opportunity—and numerous other historical documents, and then were con­ ducted to our celebrated Capitol building, which com­ bines in its architecture, the style of the Grand Opera House of Paris and St. Peters of Rome. The Supreme Court Chamber boasts a costly Tiffany glass dome; the Senate Chamber is remarkable for its gorgeous color scheme; the House of Representatives is luxuriously orna- 5 66 J

COLOPHON lifll HARRISBURG-GETTYSBURG (Continued) •nented with a combination of eighteen carat gold and ' French marble. Throughout this building exquisite art and statuary are round in great profusion. Once, more on the train, we spent an hour and a hall' in searching for card \"sharks” and exploring our lunch boxes. So time passed rapidly. By one o’clock we were en­ tering the Jenny Wade house, where the girls quickly availed themselves of the opportunity of putting their lingers through one of the bullet holes, which the guide said would bring a handsome husband within the year. We continued on to East Cemetery Hill and the Na­ tional Cemetery, where the cameras, for the first time, came into action. On Hancock Avenue, we halted at the impressive Pennsylvania Monument and the “High Water Mark.” We trudged for miles to Devil’s Den—through fields and woods—arriving somewhat fatigued. The more ambitious, however, suggested the ascent of Big Round Top, so up we went. Here was a wonderful view which conveyed most vividly the vastness and immensity of this historic shrine. Our last objective was Little Round Top. Having attained this height and being complete wrecks, we most anxiously awaited the arrival of the train—a very haven of comfort. Our return was uneventful, quiet and peaceful, except for the chattering of a few irrepressible \"magpies.” Even the Wyomissing Station looked attractive, when we pulled in at the early hour of 7:10. A Bit of Cheer ’Tis sad to see, But still more sad to be Sick of this wearison, whimsical world. Tired of life; Filled with trouble and strife. Vexed and harrassed— Till last, Into depths of despair I am cast. Overburdened with cares of the day, Jaded and irritated every way; Encircled thus, in gloom 1 stay. Till some kind friend, Unthinking sends, A kindly smile and a cheerful word; My way. —Mary Corbit. £ 67 ]

COLOPHON Junior Class II- Kathryn Stupp Jeanette Henry Carolyn Wilson Robert Hetrick Ruth Yost Walter Kalbach Emily Young Leah Keener Robert Bennethum Jean Kemp Mildred Bingaman David Kershner John Bjorkbom Carl Lance William Breitingor Elizabeth Law Caroline Busch Edmund Lerch Dorothy Butler Russell Mellinger Mary Corbit Abner Moll Richard Deck- Anne Muhlenberg Martha Floren Mary Myers Frank Frederick Philip Rettew Kathleen Funk Douglas Saloon Marguerite Gearhart Richardson Schofor Jeanette Gromis Lillian Sheidy Hunter Haines Loretta Sheidy George Harwick- Blaine Shirk Rolf Ilemmerich Charles Stitzer In Memoriam The Class of 11)33 Deeply Regrets the Passing of Their Classmate JUNE M. FLEISHER The esteem, which she engendered by her splendid qualities, like rare incense pervades the “Temple of the Past Wherein Stand Our Cherished Altars of Remembrance.” L 68 ] J

COLOPHON :-T 11,..-v 'tewgi.'A1 |;A Sophomore Class History HE lights went out. The house was silent. The curtain slowly parted, revealing a jolly little fellow wearing a long coat, carrying a scroll on which was printed in large black letters—“The History of the Sopho­ more Class.” Everyone settled back in his seat ami pre­ pared to spend an uninteresting evening. But they were pleasantly surprised for this historian bored no one. He began: \"Ladies and Gentlemen (And you under classmen) Hearken to what 1 will say. When you want an example (Of which there are ample) Be careful of whom you obey.” This jingle aroused interest and all prepared to listen. He continued in a low, sonorous voice, \"1 am not going to give you a lengthy history of our class, for it is yet in its infancy. 1 want to amuse ami interest you.\" He opened the scroll and began: \"The class of '3-1 wishes here to enumerate the events of its career, all of which were successful. When the soccer season opened, four of our candidates made the varsity and did line work in helping Wyomissing win the championship. It seemed as if they brought luck to the team for next we found them participating in basketball, the result the Western Division Championship. (Ap­ plause). If an X-Ray was turned on our class, it would be found to contain two Stephen A. Douglas debaters, two stars with a number of minor actors, ten members of the Girl Reserve Club, and tt similar number of lli-Y's. The Honor Roll, too, is bursting with our names. All of which goes to prove that we are quite an asset to the Wyomissing High School. ( 69 ]

COLOPHON Sophomore Class Florence Baer David Mathias William Baker June Matt on David Barr Frederick Mills Florence Black Luther Mohr John Bridenbaugh Catherine Muhlenberg Grace Clark William Muller Margaret Eaches Theresa Ramstein Richard Field Robert Redcay Edna Fisher Maybelle Roeder Helen Grill Betty Russel Louise Guenther Elizabeth Ruth Catherine Harris Mildred Schaeffer John Hartz Richard Seaman Marie Harvey Robert Sheetz Carl Hemmcrich Errrta Stapleton Walter Henry Paid Stutzman Arthur Hess Avard Taylor Paul Keener Bertrand Ulrich Redington Lerch Phyllis Weiler Edward McDonough Angela Wenger Marian Machainer Elizabeth Winkler l 70 )

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COLOPHON I I Robert Arnold Louise Ahrens William Barr II Conrad Busch Betty Beirn Spencer Cobb Joel Daniel Elizabeth Biehl -• Daniel De Wolf I1:. .■ Lettc Doty Margretta Dice Win. Fahrenheit Richard Fisher Betty Fisher Albert Friedman I■ James Clearhart Gertrude Florcn James Harper Win. Harris / Carol Harvey Bernard IlelTellinger ! John Jacobs Helen Heck Frederick McGavin Harry Mitchel Carol Doty Luther Mogel George Pomeroy Madeline Kalback John Ruth Spencer Roland Anna Kauilnuui_f ' Herman Staub Stanley Shinn Mary McGovern Harry Werner Elda Lawrence Harriet Maohamer Betty Lightner Helen Machame'r Mildred Mogel C ath e ri iuXPo i n e roy .. —'■ J eannette'\\ljottejgcr- i Annie Reich . • I Jeannette Roeder .7 Dorothy Seaman !: ■ J Marguerite Sharp Elizabeth Wenger Miriam Willman Myer Woodnick Burton Winkler L 72 ]

COLOPHON K Eighth Grade Mary Capallo Frances Lerch Henry Craumer Hannah Lightner Robert Fleck Catherine McDonough Evelyn Fleishcr Nancy McDonough Bruce Eckert Bruce Peters Donald Henderson Russel Seidel Claire Kitzmiller Ruth Shugars Trienah Meyers Thelma Sturgis Louise Miller Patricia White Barbara Needham Katherine Bridenbaugh Helen Nicholson Theodore Deck Dorothy Smith Emma Degler Catherine Stapleton Quentin Deidrick Grant Stutzman Elizabeth Ebbert Miriam Tobias Mildred Erb Kenneth Walley Robert Gehret 1 lazel Wert Albert Gohlen George Bennethum Dorothy Hoffman Clayton Butts Bunion Jones Mary Anna Campbell Stuart Keller Harold Christen David Levan Virginia Croessant Barbara Powell Louise Golding Frances Redcay Dorothy Haag Claude Reifsnyder Francis Harris Miriam Seibert Eric Hemmerich Esther Simmons Kathryn Kalbach Jeanette Stitzer Pauline Kalfas Douglas Walker W Ellsworth Keiser II I 73 J 4 ii

:i COLOPHON ! 1 Seventh Grade ■ E bi:'> ' Milton Applebaum Caroline Haines Erwin Hammerschmidt I ■ Russell Blatt Marjorie Harwick ■■ Elizabeth Copenhaver r Theodore Cuyler Betty Haupt r . .. 1 lelen Heck Harold Degler Hildegarde Hemmerich 4 II , 1 Elizabeth Evans Arline Henry I William Fritz Martha Hess Harold Grill Marianne Hessemer ! I i! Mildred Haas Fern Hettinger Walter Hansen Kathleen Johnston Eugenie Hertzog James Kalbach Elizabeth Hess john Kaufmann Marguerite Hettinger Ralph Keener Grace Kemmerling Robert Jamison Betty Jane Kline LeRoy Lightner Mary Kurtz Else Livingood John Kurtz Llewellyn Mathias lane Loose Helen McDonough C. William Matthew Thomas McGavin Frederick Marks Vernon Meyer James 'Mercer Elizabeth Miller Carl Mogel Lewis Schell Richard Moyer Alfred Schneider William M u h 1 enberg Arline Stitzer Annamarie Nix Paul Strunk Alice Rettew Oscar Ulrich Mary Jane Renninger Kenneth Voight I lerman Saleen Edith Woodnick- Richard Sartz Grace Bright Roma Stapleton John Clark Stuart Wenzel Elwood Evans June Werner Grace Eyrich J une Yost Jean Fox Grace Frederick ( 74 J Candis Ginn Winston Gross

Athletics





Contributes to this section i include i ARNOLD ZWICKY i WILBERT COSTENBADER BRUCE SEIDEL LILLIE TAYLOR JUSTINE HARRIS

COLOPHON j Soccer IxiCK it!” \"Head it front the goal!” “Dribble up the sideline!” \"Are you afraid to play your man?\" With these exclamations, commands, and rebukes the varsity soccer team stepped into the spot light of autumn sports. Many candidates reported to (ill the five vacant varsity berths. The six varsity men returned were Wilbert Costenbader, captain 30-31, co-captain 31-32; Arnold Zwicky, co-captain; Robert Hetrick, John Carey, Edmund Lerch, and Bruce Seidel. The new varsity men are Robert Sheetz, Frank Frederick, Rolf Hemmerich, Russel Mellinger, Walter Henry, Justin Harris, Avard Taylor and John Hartz. In the opening contest on our new athletic field, the team flashed its traditionally superior soccer strength by defeating Muhlenberg, a new league entry, 6 to 1, with John Carey scoring Muhlenberg’s lone tally! f.N I r’i Wilbert Costenbadcr. Arnold Zwicky I 79 J

I COLOPHON i x. ■ J lO' ’ v1i !:’i ft-/km SOCCER (Continued) Ah! Sweet revenge! That described the feeling after the home game with West Reading. We drubbed our traditional rival and jinx in basketball to the tune of 9 to 0—the widest margin of the season. Several weeks later our rivals fought valiantly to win their initial vic­ tory over Wyomissing. George Brown led his team-mates in a last quarter rally which constantly kept the outcome in question. Our team suffered but one league defeat during the season. The forward line under the tutelage of “Costie” gave splendid exhibitions of teamwork throughout the season. \"Costie,” our \"mighty atom” has proved to be the extra ounce of power in many critical contests. He scored the deciding goals in two championship contests with his accurate kicks from the penalty line. The new lettermen were an important factor in the success of the team. Following- the game at West Read­ ing, Zwicky, co-captain and center-halfback was taken ill. “Russ” Mellinger shifted from right-halfback and soon made the students forget the vacancy. “Bob” Sheetz, con­ tinuing the line of giant goalies,, displayed a stellar de­ fense. Sheetz seldom used his toes to get rid of the ball. Was his footage too long or his arm too strong? I 80 ] __________

COLOPHON SOCCER (Continued) This year’s team scored 37 points to their opponents 10. Our all-time league record in live years of competi­ tion stands: Wyomissing. 179 goals; Opponents, 25 goals. Our teams have amassed the splendid total league record of 33 victories, 2 defeats and 1 tie. They have won four county championships in live years of competition. Acknowledging its growing importance, soccer has been made a major sport in our Alma Mater. Our cham­ pions received not only a permanent county soccer trophy, but also a circulating trophy presented by the “United States Football Association” for the promotion of school and junior soccer. It is our most handsome loving cup and becomes the permanent possession of the team win­ ning three Berks County soccer championships. The grad­ uating members hope that future teams will continue the splendid record and annex this prize to our growing col­ lection. The schedule record follows: Team Score Score Opp. Wyo. Team Opp. Wyo. tSouthern J. II. S .0 9 Robesonia .......... .... 0 3 Muhlenberg ....... .1 0 .0 6 ♦Muhlenberg ...... .....1 2 West Reading ... .0 Oley ....... ............... 9 tKutztown .......... .....1 1 ♦Robesonia ............ ..2 ♦Princeton Frosh 2 1 *Wcst Reading ... 6 +F. & M. Prep... Z’4 3 ♦Oley ....................... 6 2 tAllentown Prep....... 5 3 Notes: t—Non-lcague games. * Games away. 1 Cham- pionship game. Basketball Scores Nov. 27 Wyomissing 12—‘‘‘West Reading 40 4 Wyomissing 30— Womelsdorf II Dec. 11 Wyomissing 20— Sinking Spring 16 Dec. Wyomissing 13 Dec. 18 Wyomissing 39—♦Werne rsv i 11 e. 19 Doc. 23 21— West Reading 21 Dec. 29 Wyomissing 32— Mount Penn 30 Dec. Wyomissing 18— Alumni 13 Jan. 31 Wyomissing 21—♦Mount Penn 24 Jan. Wyomissing 38 Jan. 5 Wyomissing 32— Wilson 17 8 Wyomissing 39— Robesonia 17 Jan. Wyomissing 21 Jan. 15 Wyomissing 21—’'Womelsdorf Feb. 22 W yomissing 21—‘'Sinking Spring 20 Feb. 29 36— Wernersville 26— Wilson 5 24— Robesonia 12 Feb. 19 Wyomissing ♦Away Games. { 81 ]

COLOPHON Basketball Jl’ST as our victorious soccer season was ending’, twenty sturdy lads could be seen at I P. M. galloping around the gym, performing various antics, but they were only getting in shape for our Alma 'Mater’s best basketball season. Of this group, Justin Harris was chosen captain. After one short week's practice, the team lost to West Reading. The score? Why bring that up? Despite this setback, the boys carried on with great spirit and opened the league season with a victory over Womelsdorf. The team lined up, as follows, after this game: Harris, Seidel, Hetrick and Henry, forwards; Lerch and McDonough, cen­ ters; Costenbader, Mellinger, Mogel and Hartz, guards. Quite a bunch of good-looking fellows, eh? The big home game of the season with Sinking Spring followed and after one of the best basketball battles ever witnessed on this court, Wyomissing turned in its second league victory. The score, at the end of the combat, stood twenty to six­ teen. An easy victory was scored over Wernersville and as a result of a big lead, the crowd saw our “scrubs” in action the last quarter. West Reading again humbled us '•i on our home court. Evidently they hadn’t studied Emer­ son’s essay on Manners. Mt. Penn was another victim of the Blue and White, but they lacked the “pep\" displayed in other games. New Year’s Eve saw an experienced Alumni team overwhelm the undergrads—but that was their Christmas present. Mt. Penn was again beaten. After the holidays, the team entered the league’s fray once agian. Trailing Wilson eighteen to six at half, the Sunsets came back strong, with that indomitable spirit, to best our neighbors thirty-two to twenty-four. The first half of the league ended with Robesonia as our guests. After a nip and tuck affair, a tally as the bell rang, and the score was twentysix to twenty-live. Why go on? The second half opened and again Womelsdorf was beaten, on their court. The next game, the Sunsets, travel­ ing to Sinking Spring, stepped out and handed their hosts a twenty-one to seventeen shellacking. Wernersville and Wilson were easy prey for the Blue and White. Fighting, determined warriors of the Blue and White, displayed the best basketball of the year and when the gong sounded the knell of the basketball season. Sunsets 18; Robins 17. The story is told in the score. Another league championship under our belts, ten straight league victories and to climax it all, beating Robesonia on their court, a feat never before accomplished by a Sunset team. Rooters were hoarse for about a week after that game. [ 82 J

COLOPHON ■ . I! BASKETBALL (Continued) Scarcely had the school and team recovered from its successful league conquest, when they were called upon to play the championship games. West Reading and Fleet­ wood were the Central and Northern division champions respectively. The championship Game(s) Date—February 25, 1932 Time—8 P. M. Characters—Wyomissing Sunsets vs. West Reading Cowboys. Place—Armory. A determined, sturdy band of Sunset warriors, fought, struggled and gave everything they had to bring victory home to their Alma Mater, only to lose by three points in the closing minutes of play, twenty-eight to twenty- live. This game was the best of the basketball year and meant virtually the county title to the winner, but, better luck next time. The last game of the year, Wyomissing, revengeful of the. twenty-seven to twenty-six setback hand­ ed them last year, proved too strong for Fleetwood. The score at the end of the game was twenty-nine to twenty. For our Alma Mater, the team gave its utmost to bring the county championship. They failed, but went down lighting and we hope that this team and season, as it ends, shall never be forgotten in future years. II ( 83 ] 1

COLOPHON I .i I. ... bi (il t i'iih'ih’iH'ir ’ • > I'lillli <' •' : I '! ' r’ , I ' (lPi ’I I * b ia Baseball again put a baseball team on the field. There were four Seniors, Captain A. Zwicky, W. Costenbader, K. Guldin and J. Harris, who had seen service on the team of 1930. To these were added R. Sheetz, and W. Henry alternating at pitching and third base, C. Stitzer and J. Hartz taking ! V1 >,l . their turn at second, F. Frederick and R. Hetrick at the uJnli1 initial sack, J. Ruth in right field, B. Ulrich and K. Guldin I did the receiving, A. Zwicky covered center, W. Costen­ jb . .K. M l bader chased them in left, while J. Harris scooped them up at short, C.Fleck and R. Bennethum were the utility men. With this roost we started the season. Sinking Spring came first and at the end of the eighth inning the game was called because of darkness, with score 4 to 4. A week later we had the play off, the result of which can be seen later. Then came the first \"away game” with Wilson. Wilson had too much Kun­ kleman for our hitters and thus we suffered an 18 to 0 defeat. Things looked bail, two defeats, and West Reading coming up. West Reading did come and to their surprise, lost, what every one thought was going to be an easy game to them. Sheetz pitched a great game, allowing them five hits, and the most astonishing thing happened, the team gave the pitcher wonderful support, in comparison to other games. This single victory over West Reading makes the Wyomissing High School baseball season a suc­ cess. SCHEDULE *Away Games. tPlay Off. Wyomissing -I, Sinking Spring 4. tWyomissing 8, West Reading 4. Wyomissing 0, Wilson 18. Wyomissing 2, Wilson 21. ’•‘•Wyomissing 3, Sinking Spring 23. ‘^Wyomissing (>, West Reading 9. [ 84 ]

COLOPHON Ukii ■ i'1 ii' /.Illl» iitJ'iiii'Hi'h!' :.'u - I i • •' Track I RACK and Field activities arc the most popular of all spring sports. This year, track has been most successful. Mr. Bur- I kot kindly consented to take over the coaching of both the varsity field teams, as Mr. Dietrich's time is com­ pletely occupied with baseball and junior track. Under this splendid management and the cooperation of the fellows themselves, the team came through with a remarkably good showing. The track and field meets were held at Albright, West Reading, Kutztown, Reading Hi, Shillington, 1’erkiomen. The A-l Varsity team included: B. Seidel, Captain: T. Herb, 'Mgr.: F. Mills, Asst. Mgr.; E. McDonough and A. Taylor, Equipment Mgvs.; F. Rolh- crmel, AV. Costenbader, J. Harris, R. Sheetz, C. Hemme- rich, W. Kalbach, R. Mellinger, 11. Haines, G. Harwich, R. Seaman. Those comprising our relay team were: F. Mills, A. Taylor, B. Seidel, C. Hemmerich. listed in running order. This team won favorable comment throughout the county for speed, endurance and sportsmanship. [ 85 J u 'll li

COLOPHON L ; ■ * -V *- >1 Girl’s Athletic Association I ^FlIE Girl’s Athletic Association was organized last fall for the purpose of giving every girl, from the frosh to the seniors, opportunities in some form of athletics. It aims to create and heighten a line sense of fair play and cooperation. By participation the girl may add points to her individual score. There is an offi­ cial emblem which she may purchase for a small sum after she has won 200 points—and bars which are added thereafter for additional points. After the athlete has secured 1000 credits, she is entitled to the major school W. In the autumn the hockey and tennis competition was keen among the various classes. Then we swung into the volley-ball and basket-ball seasons. The seniors defeated all-comers in both of the Helds mentioned. With the first breath of Spring, the girls turned to hiking, under the direction of Breitinger, who refereed all the games this year. Although the boys were rather chagrined at losing the gymnasium every Monday after school, they must admit that they helped an excellent cause, for the organ­ ization although in its infancy, has proven itself to be a success—and a popular one. President—Lillie W. Taylor Vice-President—Caroline S. Fox Secretary—Caroline Busch Clerk of Recorder—Betlie E. Lance [ 86 }

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COLOPHON Blaine Shirk. Arnold Zwicky Betty Bowman, Rita Wenger, Jeanette Henry National Honor Society ^ORGANIZATIONS had been estab­ lished in Wyomissing High to assist in the development of leadership and promote extra-curricular activities, but there was no recognition of students who excelled scholas­ tically in addition to upholding the high standards of those organizations. Today we have a society which serves that purpose. The National Honor Society, A chapter was organized here in 1929. As its name indicates it is an honorary society of nation wide promi­ nence in high schools. Its membership is composed ex­ clusively of pupils in the upper third of the class who exemplify high standards of scholarship, leadership, serv­ ice, and character. Members elected each year by the faculty and the active members, are limited to fifteen percent of the Senior Class and live percent of the Junior Class. Nineteen members have been elected to the Society since its establishment. Because of the necessity of up­ holding its high standards, our school, has not elected the full quota of members. The following have been chosen this year: Betty Bowman, Senior; Jeanette Henry and Blaine Shirk, Juniors. The student body considers it a signal honor to add their signatures to the register of the society. This atti­ tude prophecies an active school which will undoubtedly show superiority in character, scholastic activity, and athletic ability. I 91 ]

COLOPHON Justifying Our Clubs Io face life squarely— “To extend high standards of Christian Character—.” “To find and give the best—.” \"To be ready for service.” To practice “clean speech, clean living, clean scholarship and clean sportsmanship.” The above are quotations from the codes of the Girl Reserve and Hi-Y Clubs, the two organizations established to promote the character development of the student body. Recently, the concrete values, of these two clubs, were questioned—critical eyes rested upon the be­ havior of the group. This article is an attempt to justify the clubs to the satisfaction of the critics and the im­ provement of the members. The first glance reveals idealistic foundations upon which rest the bulk of the criticism. The ideals of both Clubs are considered concrete and practicable. But it is the relation of the membership to these principles that prompts the query. Does membership in either club guar­ antee sterling character? The question is not difficult to answer. Glancing at the Clubs and contrasting the behavior, one would expect with actual conduct, a stranger would answer in the nega­ tive. It is seen that there is a great difference between a \"pin-displaying” membership, and a true conscientious one. Undoubtedly the former is the more prevalent. After careful and intelligent analyzation, a positive an­ swer is found, which may be rather abstract and therefor somewhat confusing. I 92 )

COLOPHON Is 11 jppl]:. | 'll ■' '‘PJi Oct. 2-4—Setting Up Conference 3—Mrs. W. N. Martin a 16—Dr. Alice Bush 10—Swimming Party 24—Mother and Daughter IP 22—Mr. Joseph Essick 29—Inter-Club Doggie Tea, Mrs. cC.. W. III ul|'bi Ji!|l 1 Roast Lambert. 31—Mr. B. A. Fryer Nov. 12—Miss Jennie Morris 21—Inter-Club Dance Apr. 7—Theatre Party 11—Mrs. Anita Ki ft Dec. 3—Mr. Luther Schmebl 21—Miss Martin 10—Mrs. Fegueen 28—Doggie Roast 22—Al urn an ae Tea May 12—Election of New Offi­ Jan. 7—Recognition of New cers Members 1‘)—Installation of New ••if’ ii'ltW 'iliiiililili '.llhl 1-1—Mrs. Arnold Grimm Officers 28—Mrs. G. C. Kerr 26—Closing Banquet Feb. 11—Faculty :/ ■ ___ Mrs. L. P. Perry 18—Mrs. Gregg Reynolds 25—Club Program ■ OFFICERS: Pres.—Rita Wenger; Vlee-Pres.—Lillie Taylor; Sec.—Jean Baker; Treas.—Mildred Applebaum. Advisor—K. I an-ken bill. H|;;i:g.!b;i [ 93 ]

I iffl 'il, COLOPHON I : .i,•i'ljl'fli:;1 : : JUSTIFYING OUR CLUBS (Continued) i AT After seeking in every nook and cranny of the Chibs' r : -r . !• ■■ .■ structures to elucidate this conclusion, we find ourselves handicapped because of inexperience. Our answer would h 1 I FlC'I'In11 i’;':V'\" \"'I1 be based on what we have gleaned from the lips and pens of our elders .and not from personal experience and would read something like this: Environment helps to mould the character of the in­ dividual. We have read about it but have never seen it in real life. Perhaps we arc too young. We know our dog responds to kind treatment and be­ comes gentle and attached to us because we love and treat him kindly. We are told that humans react in the same way, that an individual will usually follow that path of life he has been exposed to, (and hold to it in spite of spasmodic attempts to influence him contrariwise). We have observed from the frank reactions of our alumni, keen respect and admiration for these fraternal Clubs of their high school days. Although we cannot fully under­ stand the air of sincerity, when, with an expression of pride they tell us, “There is something good in these Clubs,” we can glance at their collegiate achievements and see that environment helped to develop character. Docs this not answer the question? We repeat our slogans and recite our aims whenever we meet. We believe this is part of creating a good en­ vironment. Speakers of splendid calibre talk to us on interesting, instructive, and inspiring topics. We have social functions that provide the companionship of fellow members and others with the same high ideals. It must be conceded, then, that with such splendid associations, tin' collective characters of the group have grown, im­ proved, and been made ready to meet future problems. Our Clubs are not reform organizations, Perhaps the members are. not living up to their pledges. In our feeble way, we have endeavored to explain our aims and show that although membership does not directly guarantee sterling character, we believe continued effort and con­ tacts with the best in life, must bring results, Everyone concedes the truth of the old adage “As the twig is bent, the tree is inclined.\" I 94 ]

COLOPHON I'- Oct. 8—M r. Kerr Feb. 4—Mr. Armstrong 15—Mr. Martin 11—Lincoln Program 22—Open Forum ( Rub- 18—Mr. Fryor 25—Mr. Montgomery her) 29—Doggie Roast Mar. 3—E. L. Poole 10—Open Forum 17—Mr. Webster (Stars) 24—Swim Nite Nov. 5—Hi-Y Nite 31—Mr. Morris •2—Mr. Richardson 21—Inter-Club Dance Apr. 5—Dr. Darrah I )ec. 3—Mr. McDonough 14—Mr. Fisher < 10—lli-Y Nite 21— Election of New Mem­ 17—Mr. Cardin 22—Alumni Nite bers 22— Install at ion....Dr. Roth May 5—Doggie Roast Jan. 7—Captain Gearhart 12—Election of New Offi­ 14_Hi-Y Nite cers 21—Mr. E. J. Poole 28—Movie Nite 19—I nstallat ion.M r. Cassel 23—Closing Banquet ............. .. .........Dr. Flude OFFICERS: Pros.-—Justin Harris; Vice-l’i os.—Edward Lerch; See.—Svott Dearolf; Chaplain—Robert Hetrick: Trcas. and Mgr. Scholarship Fund -Arnold Zwieky. Advisor A. \\V. Rank. I 95 ]

COLOPHON WYOMISSING HIGH SCHOOL Presents “Three Live Ghosts” by Frederick S. Isham THURSDAY EVENING, NOV. 5, 1931 Produced by Special Arrangement with Samuel French of New York .11 II* il>' ■ ' CAST I■ (ill the order in which they appear) I1 Mrs. Gubbins, known as \"Old Sweetheart” Wilma Keck Peggy Woofers Catherine Keiser Bolton, of the American Detective Agency....Win. Breitinger Jimmie Gubbins Scott Dearolf William Foster, alias William Jones Philip Rettew Spoofy - Redington Lerch Rose Gordon ....................................................Mary Corbit Briggs, of Scotland Yard Jacob Ruth Benson -.....Frank Frederick Lady Leicester — Anne Muhlenberg Two Policemen Robert Sheetz, Edmund Lerch Directress, Mary P. Bray THE SCENES Act I —Home of \"Old Sweetheart.” Act II —The same, the following morning. Act HI—The same, a few minutes later. Time: Fall of 1917. Place: Slums of London. Music , —High School Orchestra Advertising Lighting - Art Department Costumes Stage Managers - ■■ Science Department Domestic Science Department ...Wilbert Costenbader, Abner Moll I 96 }

COLOPHON ..I Assemblies b SSEMBLIES, well planned, well-de­ tv veloped, and well-presented, have considerable influence on the furtherance of the school and community at large. This most formal of extra-curricular activities, endeavors to create a more intelligent public opinion, to provide a means for pursuing various phases of school life, to fur­ ther integrate the school, to develop appreciations and deeper interests, and to foster that necessary progressive school spirit. Programs under the auspices of the stu­ dents themselves, are preferable for the accomplishment of these designs, although artists and outside speakers, in­ troduced at the proper time, have provided excellent edu­ cational opportunities. The assemblies of our alma mater may be classified as follows: those under the supervision of the Junior High School, those prepared and directed by the Senior High School, ami the combined assemblies —those convoked for some particular event. It is impossible here to note and to do credit to the vast number of assemblies or to properly compliment speakers and actors; so we will endeavor merely to note them. Both the Senior and Junior High School enjoyed ad­ dresses by Mr. Benjamin Fryor whose interesting travel talks were highly informative. In observance of Wash­ ington's birthday, a different, cast of Girl Reserves essayed a playlet, “George and Martha.” The school band and the Colophon orchestra entertained the students on several occasions. Music Week was observed with a delightful series of programs under the supervision of Miss Wanner. The Junior High School seems to have developed playwrights. Talented students of the 7A class composed and enacted a playlet during Book Week. The 8A class, likewise, wrote and costumed a play (celebrating Ameri- I I 97 1

!'•' pi‘!.' COLOPHON O> ASSEMBLIES (Continued) 71 can Indian Week). Mr. D. K. Hoch delivered an address i P-'-7 , on Pennsylvania Day, designating the important places filled by Pennsylvanians in our history. The significance of Thanksgiving, along with many appropriate poems was explained by the Freshman class. A play, \"If Mathema­ tics Were Banished from the Earth” was tendered by the 7B class. Anecdotes concerning the life of Lincoln were given in commemoration of his birthday. In an effort to achieve belter speech, \"Robin Hood” was acted by the members of an 8B section. The Freshman class delivered a- peace message on Good Will Day. A patriotic program, in observance of Flag Day was the project of all mem­ bers of the Junior High School. Hear ye! Hear ye! The Trial of Benedict Arnold was on. An intelligent but silent jury patiently heard the pleas of the opposing attorneys at this entertaining mock trial. Likewise under the supervision of the History de­ partment, was presented by the Sophomore class the de­ lightful program in which several noteworthy facts about the World War were brought out. This progressive class also presented an English playlet intended to improve the spoken word. Later, “Six Cups of Chocolate” was de­ lightfully acted by the Junior Class. The mathematics department gave two entertaining and instructive pro­ grams. The Hi-Y Club attempted an episode from John Drinkwater’s play, \"Abraham Lincoln.” In order to show the requirements for efficiency, the Commercial depart­ ment offered a playlet entitled, “Saturday Morning in the Office.” Mr. Haag’s class set forth the advantages and expediencies of the cultural language—Latin. On Election Day, “Station WYO” explained the duties of all county officers. The Junior-Senior Debate was re­ ceived by the assembly not only as a pleasing but also as an instructive contribution. On Columbus Day, Mr. Mont­ gomery, of the Berks County Historical Society, recalled numerous, interesting anecdotes of the Great Discoverer. The Reverend Mr. Roth delivered a message of peace on Armistice Day. The Reverend Mr. Wuchtcr, a local pas­ tor, related not only the significance of Thanksgiving but also appealed for a more serious consideration of that day. \"The Wonders of Science,” by Louis Williams, con­ tained some old material but was thoroughly enjoyed. By means of several anecdotes and a one act play, Judge A. E. Bull—most perfect likeness of Lincoln—vividly charac­ terized the Great Emancipator. The Christmas program consisted of several carols, recitations, and the play, “The Star Child.” The Easier program, under the direction of the Science department, revealed facts concerning Easter among the negroes of the South. The Antrim Bureau introduced to the community such men as: Dr. Henry Black Burns, Dr. Robert Parker Miles, Mr. Sam Grathwell, and Mr. Alfred L. Elude—all inspiring and entertaining lecturers. [ 98 J)