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"T Page Two HIGH LIFE November 6, 192J^ Higk Life Piiblislied Bi-Weekly by the Students of The Greexsboro High School Greensboro, N. C. Founded by the Class of ’21 EXECUTIVE STAFF Editor-in-Chief Lois Dorsett Associate Editors Elizabeth Stone Alfred Dixon Charlotte Van Noppen Helen Felder Assistant Editors Virginia McClamroch Virginia Jackson Martha Broadhurst Helen Felder Elizabeth Darling Reporters J. D. McNairy Clarence Stone Claude Mclver Helen Forbis Georgia Stewart Moyer Sink P. B. M’hittington Some time ago a reporter inter viewed this old gentleman of color and among the questions that he asked in the grind was this one; “Is the college man any better today than he was twenty years ago?” “Yes, sail, boss, they sure are bet ter in lots of ways,” was the reply of the aged man. RESOLUTIONS MANAGERS Business Manager Byron Sharpe Assistants Paul Scurlock, Advertising Martha Broadhurst, Circulation Secretaries Walter Smalley Virginia Bain Bernice Henley FACULTY ADVISORS Miss Coleman Miss Kelly Miss Mlieeler Miss Gillis Mr. Wunsch “Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth un derstanding.” ^ o Happy indeed is the man who has understanding and wisdom, but when he has it, he knows that he has only put his foot on just the first rung of the ladder which reaches from the mere knowledge that mankind pos sesses to the sublime knowledge at tributed to God. The emptiness of exchanging mere silver as a life’s work and pleasure as compared to the enjoyment of ex changing thoughts derived from the master of minds of the great past and our conjectures of the illimitable future! “Well in what way or ways are they better?” the inquiring reporter asked. “In de fust place he ain’t so full of devilment,” replied the old dar key, “and he tries to get ready for dis here life, he cares more about himself, and he tries to act better and make de world know that he is around!” If anybody knows anything about the life of the typical college man this old negro is the one. Well, let’s bring this down to high school life; its just the same. Don’t let people tell you that the modern boy and girl does not care about school life. They do. Today we have clubs and activi ties which makes one broad-minded and well rounded. Twenty years ago anybody that made very good grades was called a “sissy” and received no honor at all for his work, but today it is different and one who studies is honored by liis fellow students. Today all the pupils want to come to school and they want to make the school a better place at which to work by forming societies and clubs so as to make the work easier. Alfred Dickson. >■ H ow much good does the miser de rive from his ffold? He has not knowledge, wisdom, and love. How little would the gifts of na ture be to man without the compre hension of the human mind! Even sparkling jewels or anything he could wish would be as nothing to him. The ignorant newly rich cannot appreciate their loss in gaining only gold. ► It is through not only the knowl edge which we acquire from our own experience but that which we acquire from others, that teaches us to live in such a way that we may live long. “And in her left hand are riches and honor.” Imagine the man of the prehistoric ages coming upon nuggets of gold without knowing what thej^ were. Knowledge enables man to use the gifts of nature and take care of them. Wisdom is one of the pillars npon which life rests. We are to work, strive, reach, climb upon our better selves, and still reach to higher TDEAT.S OUTLINED BY SOCIAL COMMITTEE On Tuesday, October 21, the social committee consisting of representatives from faculty and student body met to outline the policies for the year 1921-25. A school social program was made so that the school functions will be even ly distributed throughout the year. Each organization may have a party during the year; each major sport, as football and basketball, may have two each. This applies to both the boys’ and girls’ ath letics. There will be three banquets, a Junior- Senior in the spring and one in the fall. The sixth semester people are the ones who will benefit by this fall Junior- Senior. The Mother-Daughter banquet will be sponsored by the Girls’ Council. The under classes may have a semester party or a session room party. Before plans for each entertainment are made a committee from the group wishing to give social must file their re quest with the dean of girls. Together they will arrange the place and cost. T’he standard conduct of the school is to leave by 10:30 and have no strolling or riding during the party or after it. T’he dean of girls is head of all com mittees. From the student body are Dorothy I.ea, chairman, and Frances Williams, Loraine Keller, Katherine Vanstory, Louise Thacker, Arthur Da- vant, P. B. M^hittington and Fred Bur- Five years ago last September, as the teachers of the city schools assembled for the first time for the 1919-20 session, among the many who were then unknown to Greensboro was one who has remained with us to the end of her journey. Dur ing the first year she won the hearts of everyone who knew her—mothers, chil dren, and co-workers alike. Nothing ever interfered with her work; no duty was ever left undone. She was gentle and kind to her children, cordial to all who labored with her, and loyal to the institution for which she worked. Every act of her life showed the spirit of the Master, and those of us who have had the privilege of being associated with her mourn her loss. The depth and breadth of her influence upon the lives of our children cannot be measured. Al though she has gone from us, she lives on in the lives of the children she taught. Whereas, God in His infinite wisdom has seen fit to call from us one of our most beloved teachers. Miss Ruth Young, therefore be it Resolved: First—That we feel deeply the loss which has been brought to us by her death. Second—That we thank God for her fine spirit and noble example before our children. Third—That we extend our sincere sympathy to the bereaved family. Fourth—That we set aside a shelf in tlie David Caldwell School Library, which is to be marked with a suitable marker, to be known as the “Ruth Young Me morial.” That all books to be placed iipon this shelf be stamjied to her mem ory. Fifth — That these resolutions be spread upon the minutes of the City School Board, and that a copy be sent to her brother. Dr. J. J. Young. P‘3? ^ MI-LIGHTS ON HI ^ Edited by Helen Felder Doesn’t that make you furious, though? Last summer Mr. Wunsch got in free at Junaluska, and other people had to pay. Somebody suggested that he put on rompers and go in free at shows as a baby; yet we other mortals sigh over having to pa}’ so much to get in. M ell, such is life! Even traffic cops have taken to their bottles again; the next thing we know they’ll be getting infantile paralysis. We saw one of them snatch a coca-cola bot tle off a truck as it whizzed by the cor ner the other day, and the bottle wasn’t empty, either. Perhaps he’s in his sec ond childhood. roughs. tilings. We live as we learn. That, perhaps, is our vocation in school life; the extra curricular activities, our avocation. Our school training leads to the gain, the pleasure, and the happiness obtained from knowl edge, wisdom, and understanding. Of course, athletic and club activities help us to be well-rounded, but in the process we must not lose sight of the real purpose of school, the school vocation—scholarship. o ► THE OLD ORDER CHANGETH Looking at a report card the other night I thought of Davidson college —so many D’s, you know. It gave me an idea to write some thing that somebody in some way might classify as an editorial. Well down at Davidson is an old negro, getting up in years, who has been around the college for more than twenty years. MTiat’s well begun is half done.- Horace. SCHOLARSHIP STARS FOR SEPTEMBER Gold Stars Robert Stone, Elizabeth Smith, Garnett Gregory, Lois Dorsett, Riizabetli Stone. Silver Stars Edward Mendenhall, James Tid well, Margaret Ferguson, Glenn Boyd MacLeod, Katie Stewart, Helen Felder, Bernice Apple, Bet ty Brown, Mary Elizabeth King, Cynthia Vaughan, Mary Jane MTiarton. Bronze Stars Byron Sharpe, Marian Shaw, Martha Broadhurst, Elizabeth Hodgin, Marshall Campbell, Mary Lyne Carlson, Virginia Douglass, Ruth Heath. Mdiereas God, in His infinite wisdom, has removed from our midst Miss Ruth Young, one of our most loyal co-work ers, therefore. We, the teachers of the primary de partment of the City School System of Greensboro, North Carolina, do wish to express our appreciation of her faithful work among us and to extend to her family our heartfelt sympathy. Therefore, be it Resolved: That we may endeavor to follow the ideals which she so nobly followed and which shall make her influence live on forever. That we may gain new inspiration and take fresh courage when we remember her loyalty to her profession, her service for others, her untiring devotion to every detail of her work. That we may bow in humble submis sion to God’s will, knowing that He had need of her, and believing that the field was ripe for the harvest. In order that we, as a body of teach ers, may show materially, even though in a small way, our love for Miss Young, we wish to have the privilege of placing upon the Ruth Young memorial shelf of the David Caldwell Library, a set of books. And may this be only the be ginning of other plans to be carried on in memory of our friend and co-worker who gave of her best to others. Esther Caldwell, Nannie White, Rosa Barrow, Florence Pannill, Committee. The chamber of commerce is to be congratidated on the celebration they sponsored on Hallowe’en. However, they overlooked just one thing, which would have added the final zest to it; and that was asking the aid of the G. H. S. cheer leaders. Oh, boy! But wouldn’t it have been peppy then! In the Flail of Heroes stands a soli tary figure, hour after hour, before a huge clock. This human statue may be the “Great Stone Face” for all we know; yet it bears a faint resemblance to the “Lone Star Ranger,” or maybe “The Ivone M^olf.” So many aliases could be given to this pitiful figure, but just one must be settled on. Shall we say Lee Edwards? One Friday off for- the Fair—another Friday holiday on account of the teach ers’ convention. We move that it be made a regular F''riday event. All op posed say “No.”—M^e’re still waiting for the “No’s.” Now, save your over-ripe pears for this one—If Mr. Wunsch is caught with Miss MTne, does that make him a boot legger? or worse still—When Miss Mar tin calls her I>atin class to order, does that mean it’s an invitation to Caes-ar? Here’s hoping that our proposed new high school does not “fly the track” like the Southern railway station has done. We are backing Mr. Broadhurst and the rest of them to the limit to put it over. The Hon. A. W. McLean, Democratic candidate for Governor, made the state ment that the number of high school scholars in the state has advanced from 2,000 to 57,000 in less than 20 years. He might have added that old G. H. S. is leading them all. Anyway, we’re glad to know that education is uppermost in the minds of the state’s leaders. Speaking of contests, there’s one that should here be especially mentioned. The Travelers’ Protective Association is of fering a whole hundred dollars to the high school student in North Carolina presenting the best essay on “Safety on the Public Highway.” All essays should be addressed to the State Superintendent of Public Instruction at Raleigh (N. C.) by January 1. There is plenty of such ability in the high schools, and so fine a thing should not be overlooked. Even if you’ve never done much along that line, here's a chance to prove that you can do it. See the front bulletin board for regidations governing this contest. Students, you’ve got to do your very best this year! Even though he is far away, Mr. Archer is watching you, and you’ve got to keep up the standard. If you’ll pardon the personal allusion, we can show you why. A few days ago the editor of this column received a very complimentary letter from him and felt exceedingly elated over it. He had such nice things to say.- we just must live up to his expectations. The death angel has visited our facul ty and carried to her reward one of our most loyal members. Miss Ruth Young. Her gentle spirit and beautiful Chris tian character and example have been a blessing to her friends and to the chil dren whom she taught. While we mourn her death, which occurred on October 18, 1924, we bow our heads in humble submission, comforted by the assurance that all is well with her and that our loss is her eternal gain. Therefore, be it Resolved: First That we must not question the will of One who doeth all things well, but give Flim our thanks that He per mitted this faithful teacher to labor with us for these few years. Second That our school and commun ity has lost a sincere and earnest work er, and the children of Greensboro a faithful friend. Third—That we extend to the bereaved loved ones our heartfelt sympathy in their great sorrow. Oh, ye baseball fans! If you didn’t see an article of interest in the paper some time ago, you missed a choice bit of news. Y’ know of the “great Zach ary” of the Washington team? He vis ited Guilford College lately. Now don’t wail if you didn’t get to see him; you’ll probably hear a lot of him next season. This year the old ship (G. H. S.) is certainly steering for the harbor straight and true; it’s way ahead of usual sche dule, and making good time at that. When it nears port there’ll be a flag to greet it sure enough-—and that flag will be labeled, “Christmas Junior-Senior.” We see by the papers that in some places ■ the people who speed are given a “speedy” airplane ride for punish ment. Is it a good thing? Or will they only become more eager for speed after tasting the real thing? ^Ve wonder. Fourth—That a copy of these reso lutions be sent to her family, a copy kept on file in the records of the city schools, a copy sent to High Life, to the Greensboro Daily News, and to the Greensboro Daily Record. Miss Hunter Irvin, Aycock School. Mrs. John McSorley, Simpson Street School, Miss Rosa Abbott, Spring Street School, Miss Lessie Barnett, Mclver School, Miss Carrie S. Bigham, Caldwell School, Miss Mary Ellen Blackmon, High School, Miss Vera Wharton, Cypress Street School. Extra! Extra! Added attraction! Come one, come ail! With every correct guess you’re nearer to getting a wonderful prize. No work at all—merely a little puzzling of wits. If you feel that no one else knows more about it than you, pitch in and get busy. The lovely first prize is a hand-painted china door-mat; the charming second, an iron rolling-pin especially strong (if winner is female) or a tissue paper steam-shovel (if a male wins it), and the glorious third is a half interest in Dinty Moore’s brickyard. All you have to do is solve the identity of the following: “Sally,” “Bully Boy Booster,” “Sunny Face,” “Stringy,” “Chess,” “Dot,” “Jim my,” “Liz,” “Scroony,” “Piggie,” “C. D.,” “Freddie,” “Johnny,” “Bobby,” “Nap,” “Killie,” “Ma’rellen,” “Sister Walker,” “Sister Wheeler,” “Slim,” “Arch,” “Cur ly,” “Phil,” “Charlie,” “Bean,” “Kinky,” “Chinkey,” “Susie,” “Skeet,” “Skeezie,” “Skinny,” “Looty,” “Sammie,” “Mac,” “Lo,” “May,” “Cile,” “Bunny,” “Hobo,” “Bide Aycock,” “F. B.,” “Brownie, “Jo,” “Evelyn,” “Grogy,” “Gussie,” “Mae,” “Jess,” “Hoboken Terror,” “Mildred,” “Worthless,” “Sleepy,” “Mickey,” “Mi kado,” “Atlanta,” “Ruby,” “Inabelle,” “Ginger,” “Jerry,” “Monkey.” Oh, my, but we never saw such a Klucking of hens—or rather, roosters— as there was on the night before Hal lowe’en. And such a big gathering of Kluckers, too! Twelve hundred of them! It’s funny how much attention a band of roosters that calls itself the “Ku Klux Klan” can attract by parading. These roosters certainly were disproving their name of “Knights of the Invisible Em pire”; they apjieared jiretty visible to us. The papers tell us that one of the best men in Greensboro has been elected president of the Civitan club. This seems to us as entirely fitting, for such men as Mr. Fred Odell are the ones who pro mote the real objects of clubs and other organizations. In the words of the French, “Vive le presidente!” Best wishes to, him ! Hallowe’en ! What things are commit ted in thy name! What scarey shivers going up and down spines come into existence at the sight of spooks and spir its which appear on the eve of All Saints day! Tet even then the fairer sex, al though clothed in garments of males (not mail), could not do without their pow der puffs. There seemed to be a lot of efleminate-looking: men, human devils, masculine-looking women, and also a lot of fun that night. Of every noble action the intent Is to give worth reward, vice punish ment.
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