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HIGH LIFE
April 3, 1942
HIGH LIFE
QNTERNATION^
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Published Semi-Monthly
by the Students of
Greensboro Senior High
School
Greensboro, N. C.
Founded by the Class of 1921
Revived by the Spring Journalism Class of 1937
Filtered as second-class matter March 30, 1940,
at the post ollice at Greensboro, N. C., under the
Act of March 3, 1879.
EDITORIAL
EdItor-in-Chief Paul Miller
EeiUure Edilur Rachael Whiteside
Feature Writer Mell Alexander
Cji>!/ Editor Ruth Winterling
Malic-Up Editor Dorothy Parker
Assistant to the Make-Up Editor . . . Shannon Schumann
Headline Editor Margaret Wilkepon
Sports Editor Earle Holliday
Eports Feature Writer Garland Wolfe
Exchange Editor David Evans
Head Froofreader Hetty Clement
titaff Fhotoijrapher Irwin Smallwood
REPORTERS
Neil Beard, Daisy Belle Anderson, Bobby Lloyd, Sylvia
.Johnson.
BUSINESS D E PARTM ENT
Business Manager Betty Routh
Bookkeeper Jeannette Stephenson
Cut Manager Mary Kathryn Chambers
Circulation Manager Herbert Hattaway
Advertising Agents—Bill Andrews, M. C. Anderson, Neil
Beard, Margaret Kindley, Ruth Hall, Mervine Mer
ritt, Mollie Pekarsky, Bobby Lloyd.
Advertising Solicitors—Lolene Harrison, Irwin Smallwood,
•Jean Glenn, Daisy B. Anderson,
Typists—Mary Crutchfield, Mary Louise Bowden, Lorraine
Springer, Doris Smith.
Advisers Mrs. Olive Betts, Miss Lillian Secrest
Financial Adviser IMiss Dorothy McNairy
(Member!
11941-42)
The Man Behind the Man . . .
The tliree-tliirt.y Itell rings. Stiideiits dash iiiadly
from tlie hiiildiiigs. Witliiii a very sliort time, the
eaiiijjus is deserted. Itut in nearly every room, in
the office, in the lilirary, remain tlie teachers—
lielping backward stiidenls, giving make-n]) work
to ])upils who have missed scliool, liel[)ing with
extra-curricular activities, such as student council,
dramatics, debating teams, athletic.s and every suc
cessful commencement undertaking.
Wherever some group wins recognition, you will
find some faculty advi.ser working (piietiy liehind
the scenes. Ibis or her only recompense is the
knowledge that this is a “good job, well done,”
for this group also represents the Man Behind the
Man . . . Here’s to the facnlty, faithful and loyal.
Let’s drink a toast to them.
A New Day—A New Life
Teen Age Problems
“SPECIALIZING ’
"111 tlie spring a young man's fancy . .
So goes the old saying and it is true! Thus,
let us consider a moment the protilem of "spe
cializing'’—which might be referred to as
"going steady," and what it undergoes in
spring.
The problems of a steady companionship
confront many high schooi students, both
bo.vs and girls.
Roth persons involved find it hard to date
meniliers of the opiKisite sex or mix in a
crowd liecause they are branded as “his'n'’
or “her'n”—hands off !
Other Disadvantages
However, if a pair reall.v think they are
the only ones for each other and continue to
"go stead.v”—their comiianionship may have
an unhapp.v ending when they find that their
tastes have undergone a change.
So think twice liefore you tie yourself
down to oiu' person. After, all, in the spring
everyone's fancy lightly turns to a good time
and to get in the swing of things reipiires
a person to be free, white and sixteen, with
no strings attached. Think aliout your indi
vidual case to see if the love affair is worth
the time you’ll spend on it. "Rook before
you leap.” and you won't be sorry later when
you have !in opportunity to look over a wider
selection.
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Hostesses? Why Not?
Each day when the luiich-bell rings, the students
of Greensboro high gallop madly to the lunch
room, hastily snatch some food, and gulp it down,
entirely disregarding the accepted forms of table
etiquette. The majority of these students know
correct table manners and use them readily enough
eksewhere, but in the rush, that always accompanies
the school lunch hour, it seems that all knowledge
of such things is quite easily forgotten.
F’or this reason, it has been suggested that a
plan, similar to those used in many colleges, be
put into etfect here.
Each lunch table would be in charge of a student
host or hostess, who would lend a slightly more
formal atmosphere to the occasion by stressing the
importance of good table etiquette.
Tlie j)lan has worked at many colleges, and there
is no reason why it should not work ecpially well
among high school students, if such an idea were
develojicd at this school, the long-sought answer
to the cafeteria problem, would be found.
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‘‘A rchie"" and “Splinter,’'
Junior Students, Speak
Junior Gertrude Archer, on the table for
dLscus.sion in this week's column, has many
honors to her credit. Gertrude, known inti
mately as “Archie,” has a splendid record
to her credit during her one year at Senior.
Her many offices include junior representa
tive to student council, secretary of Pan-
American club, school welfare chairman,
member of elections committee, member and
welfare chairman of Torchlight, gym assist
ant, and year-round special honor roll stu
dent.
Getting an early start in matters of
leadership during her junior high career,
Gertrude was vice-president of Central, home
room president for three yeiirs, treasurer of
the honor society, secretary of the Forensic
club, member of girls glee club and school
orchestra for three years, and special honor
roll student for the entire time.
Statistics Given
After careful inquiry, it appears that Ger
trude is 16 years old, that she was born Feb-
ruai’y 1(), 1920, has brown hair and eyes,
wei.ghs 112 pounds, and is 5 ft. 5 in. in height.
Rlue is “Archie’s” favorite color, she prefers
chicken to any other food, and Dick Tracy
is her choice in comics. MTien asked who
her best loved iictor and Jictress were, Ger
trude replied with her well-known grin,
“Spencer Tracy and Carole Lombard.”
Rebind the Soap Box 1ms endeavored
(hroughout its ciireer its a politic.il column to
])res(‘iit to the student body ii probable list of
well-qufilitied candidates for the student coun
cil election.
Since we live in a imtion that believes in
lighting and dying to preserve its democracy,
you, the individual American, ire granted
the ijrivile.ge of electing leaders of your own
choice. Owing to the fiict Unit previous space
in this corner has been devoted to emphasiz
ing the importance of the selection of worthy
leadei's, we say no moi-e about this matter.
Rather we submit foi- your scrutiny three
potential candidates for each ottice in the stu
dent council to be tilled from the present
junior class. For the office of president,
Edwin Gentr.v, Charles Strandbei'g and Tim
AViirner, are viewed by this writer as out-
standin.g possibilities to fill the position to be
vacated by Bill Donald. The vice-president
iilso holds a position of utmost importance in
the maintenance of an efficient student gov-
eniment association. AVe, therefore, see
Daciii Iwwis, Carolyn Pleasants and Gertrude
Archer as likely successors to Ruth AATnter-
ling.
In the pj-eceding piiragraphs one person's
point of view on the coming election has been
expressed. This view may be contrary to
your belief: however, it is within your power
to nominate and to vote in the election as
you see tit.
Above all, fellow students, make this a
fair and spirited election. Thus you will in
sure for yourself the right to select a student
government of your own choice.
She rates Kay Kyser as top band leader
of toda.v and "iifter school sports'’ as the
"thing'’ she likes best. AVhile her favorite
sports are tennis and basebiill, geometry and
chemistry receive her vote as favorite school
subjects. However, Gertrude is best known
to everyone for her winning perosnality and
scholastic ability.
Smallwood Portrait
The masculine side of next year’s senior
class is represented l)y Irwin Smallwood in
this week’s column. Irwin, staff photogra
pher for High Life, is 16 years of age, wei,ghs
120 pounds, stiinds 5 ft. 4 in., and has lirown
eyes and hair.
Poefs Corner
SUNSET
(A Cinquain)
The sun
Across the sky
Has run his race and now
In farewell splendor says goodbye.
Sunset.
—^Charlot Marks
n 'H, riki-k
It is Easter, 1942—America struggles—men in
the factories—women in the homes—eliildren in
the school—work and tight and slave. On far dis
tant shoi’es theii' sons, their hoy friends—their
pals push onward through fire and hell—onward
—onward—so that peace and sanity will reign
a,gain—that all that was good—all that was clean
—all that was nnderstanding^—might come once
more.
They figlit—they work—they plan—they study,
knowing deep in their hearts' that the future is
yet to dawn. Tliey stand steadfast on the hill of
fire and death—with divine faith that this new
dawn will mean new life for the tomorrow—that
lies ahead. It is Fla.ster, 1942—It is America at
war!
Sure to make one's heart Tliump to its
catchy rhythm i.s the top-rankiii,g bit parade
tune, “Deep in the Ilejirt of Texas.” If you
don't have )i recording to this tune yet, don't
hesitate to purchase Bin,g Crosby's rendition
on !i Decca disc.
The "blues’’ have alwjiys held the favorite
Ijliice in America's selection of music. From
Tin l’:ui iille.v’s "8t. Louis Blues" on down
to "Blue Indigo.’’ Americans have thrilled
to low voices mojinin.g these songs through
the air wiives and to be hummed soon after
b,v iwerv Susie and Johnny. I’pholding the
I’eputiition of "strjiight-to-the-heiirt'’ blues,
the 1942 hit, "BlueS' in the Night,’’ by Jimmy
Lunceford’s oi'chestra (also featured in the
pictui’e of the same name) rsites “super" with
the juke-l)ox enthusiasts, as does the AVoody
Ileriiian rendition.
—Paul Miller
Glenn Miller Hits
Glenn Aliller, known for the long-time fa
vorite, "Clnittanoogji Choo-Choo,’’ stejis for
ward iigiiin with two increasingly popuhir
tunes, "Aloonlight Cocktail" and “Don't Sit
T'nder the Apple Tree.” Add a Glenn Aliller
Scriptease
AATien questioned as to his favorites, his
choices included: color, blue; food, steak;
comic strip, Fhish Gordon; actor and act
ress, Boris Karloff and Aladeleine Carroll;
band leader, Glenn Aliller; school subject,
journalism; sport, swimming; and pastime,
photogriiphy and drumming. Irwin, also
known as “Splinter,” listed cheese and bad
movies as his only dislikes.
April . . . the proverbial showers . . .
grassy lawns once again . . . “Keep Off the
Grass” signs bloom on the campus . . . com
mencement committee begins to show signs
of progress . . . some folks start wondering
about that happy day in June ■ . . scantily
(lad lads ready the tennis courts for spring
practice . . .
Dedication
Athletic students,
Tennis game;
Unused muscles—
Sore and lame!
R. W,
Sure Signs of Spring
The sweet young thing came to school all
spruced up for spring. AATth a light dress,
open-toe sandals, and no coat, she looked the
personification of spring itself. AA^as her face
red when she found out that the calendar
isn’t always right!
During his years at junior high, Irwin
served as vice-president of his home room
and president of the athletic council, but he
has been in Greensboro oid.y two years and
was formerly of Aliddlesboro, Kentucky.
For I’m To Be Queen of the IVIay!
The sudden burst of glamour, chic, fashion
and such currently apiK'aring oyer the grounds
is not a preview of the Easter parade nor
an unusual interest in personal appeal. The
iippearance of white (civilized) shirts, ties,
and combed hair all lead to one conclusion ;
the time has come for all good students to
have their pictures taken for the senior issue
of High Life!
Vignette Department
Date at Flynt’s,
Rainy day;
Streaked make-up,
Hair like hay!
R. W.
Grunt and Groan Department
Hardest job in school is the task of re
membering which day it is in the Physical
Ed. department—gym day or first aid day.
One day the students ,go to the gym and
tumble; the next day, they receive first aid
instruction. You may draw your own con
clusions from this sequence!
More of the Same
Alan.y of the students who signed up for
physical education last fall are quite disap
pointed at present. Seems they were hoping-
to carry home bruises and strained ligaments
from the calisthenics they would have, but
now they find, to their amazement, that the
fat ones are reducing; the skinny ones, gain
ing. And none of them have any disabilities
other than a few sore muscles from much-
needed exerci.se. (That will be 25 cents for
the plug, Aliss Hutchinson.)
We who take that “physi-ed.”
Toss our fondest sentiment
To the boon of all mankind—
That cooling jug of liniment!
R. W.
Congratulations
To Jack Elam, who, we hear, w-on some
tickets from the Carolina theatre for an.
answer on a telephone quiz program!
ODE TO G. H. S.
Hurrah for the old school spirit.
Send out a rousing cheer.
Cause everyone is happy
At G. H. S. this j-ear.
Detention halls are crowded,
AATth students gay and bright,
AA'ho love the school so w-ell
They w-ant to stay till night.
album to your collection and you'll always
have a selection of favorites!
Not to be forgotten is Charlie Spivak—■
well-known to ill Greensboro jive fans.
Among his best loved numbers include “Dear
Alom," sung by Gary Stevens. “Remember
I’earl Harbor,” “I rnderstiind." “I Surren
der. Dear," “This Is Xo Ijaughing Alatter,’’
"Let's Go Home," and "Arthur Alurray Is
Teaching Ale to Dance."
On the classical line, Columbia’s “Die Got-
tei'daninierung" takes the spotlight. This
masterpiece presents to the musical audience
a vivid picture of German.v's Black Forest,
with ijn excellent orchesti'ation by the Co
lumbia Broadcasting system’s symphon.v or
chestra.
Another old favorite is Frede Grofe's
"Gnuid Canyon Suite,’’ especiall.v the part,
"Along the Trail," theme of the Phillip Alor-
ris program.
In closing, might we add, to get in the
swing of the best and newest platters, tune
in to Little AATllie Green’s "Alorning Pickup
program on AA'GBG every morning at 7:15.
He plays the latest tunes, sprinkled with real
four-year-old humor!
Hurrah, we love term papers;
’Tis plain to every one!
The ink and paper wasted
AATiat could be more fun'?
AA'arning reports'?—we love ’em.
They bring a happy day.
For what could make our pareirts
Alore smiling or more gay?
Hurrah for cur report cards.
They make us shout and sing.
For -who could ever do without
The wondrous grades they bring?
For “D" is for delightful
And “E,” excellent too.
But “F’’ is for the tinest
That anyone cjui do.
Hurrah for the old school spirit.
Send out the rousing cheer.
For everyone is happy
At G. II. S. this year.
The hearty cheers are ringing
The old school song we sing.
And gladly greet our teachers.
For all the joy they bring.
—Sue AIcFadyeii