raf/o Two
HIGH LIFE
Decemler 19, ign
Editorials
The Purpose of High Life Is To
'^ct and 2)reservc the history
r of oar school.
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old individuals together under
high standards.
Make It Come True!
‘Ilap/yiness in Tinkling Hells’
‘They Patiently Wait"
. . . ‘'On this cold winter evening of 1911,
both these peoples have one thing in common:
both seek peace but not through man himself
—no, for he has refused—but through some
thing far greater—from someone that they
are still assured can bring them earthly satis
faction. They patiently await the blessings
of His peace no matter how far away it seems,
no matter how long they may have to wait.
They have courage and faith to believe that
it will come . .
^ on ciiii I’f'julily soo. rotl()\\- I’eadi'i*. that oiilv
liifi'i' w'l'cks Iroin this day. oIIum's, just like
yon. saw ludofo tIuMii a holiday soason oi‘ jicace
and si'ciirily for the ^Vincricas. d'o tlunn. theiT was
no droain o! lading honihs. of mass imirdor anion^
Ili»‘ nation s dcfi’mim-s. \’(‘t. iVoni tin' wi-itiiiixs of
thrso stndcids yon can also see that tliou^li they
desired that which we as -Vinericans liavi' alwa\'s
lovt'd and worshiped, they telt a sensi' of insemi-
rit.\', of unrest, of doulit..
'^eparate the worthwhile from the
“ worthless and promote the highest
interest of students, teachers,
and school.
AlthciiKli this coriH-r lias consistently stood
)i(*lnni> lh(‘ student council from its very lirst
nu'idinji'. it lias never attempted to cover ii])
any inlirmities of that group and it will not
start to do so now.
At a recent meeting .some things occurred
which caus(‘d a gri'at loss of time.
Several weeks a^o ineiidiers of tlie advanced
jonrntdisin classes participated in an editorial wril-
iiiff contest for (^nill and Scroll. int(‘rn;itional
lionor society for hit'll school journalists. Kroin
the pcirticiptints’ work, three of the editorials were
s(‘le(‘fed. two of which tied for (irst j)laee ;ind have
heen entered in the nationtil conte.st.
'l'li(‘ mere* fact that severtd liig:li school stiidents
took part in tin editorial contest is not significant,
Imf whal they said in tliesi* writings is of int(*rest
to everyone ev(“r\'wh(‘r‘ today in our country.
Wi-iting on tln^ sidiji'ct, “Santa’s (Jil't Bag
Holds No Bombs for America,” Bachael WJiite-
side made this statinmnit:
Somi' nuunix-rs w(‘r(‘ indilferent; some, un
mindful of aulhority; and nothing was ac-
-)inplishe(l hy the students ALOXE during
the period.
Xow. let us look at (1h‘ trouble. Everyone
agrei's iliat wi* Imve a liiu‘ group of leaders,
and an inlerested and hard-working adviser
in .Mrs. Estell‘ Li'dwin ; liut th(‘ couiicilmen
are not taking their .jobs seriously enough.
"Turning Westward. Saint Nicholas finds
crouds of pleasure seekers, hundreds of de
partment store Santa Clauses, holly wreaths,
and mistletoe—happiness in tinsel. Unloading
his bag, the gay old gentleman stuffs Amer
ica's stocking of red, white and blue with
bo.xes of gayety and laughter, peace and con
tentment—happiness gleaming in its wrap
pings of silver paper and tinkling bells.”
h’nidh(‘i‘ describing llu' snbji'ct. Bob I’erry said:
■‘Santa's gift bag holds no liombs for us—yet.
We ai-e still d)l(' to walk complacently down the
sti-eels without fear of ilithn-’s hell. But we do
not comina'hemi the horrible story onr newspaper
and rtidio is trying .so desperatfdy to tell ns. In
stead. W(‘ sink back in l!ie old etts.v chair, wiggle
onrto(‘sand purr. “Itciin't happtm hert'I ....’’
(«i\'e thanks. America, for yonr frcMMlom. Imt re-
mi'tidn'r—■‘hba'edom With Ixesponsibility . . . ."
Diiamssing "A War-Toim World Awaits the (len-
tle Ble.ssing of the Brince of I’eacu'.” I, m\'self.
wrote;
Exercise of Executive Towers Advocated
It is tills ri'porter's belief that Donald
should exercise' Ills constitutional powi'rs by
('jecting from tin' mei'tings any otiicer who
bi'cianes tlu' least bit inconsiderate. How
can anytliing b(> accomplished wlu'n anyone
wild wishi's to (‘xpress his vii'ws does so
regardh'ss or anollu'r’s opinions'.'
School dances have bei'ii the main topic
of di.scussion. and jx'rhaps the controversy
(•(‘lileri'd around that subject has been som>-
what responsibli' for tlie excitement. If so,
action sliould either be rev>rted to a coin-
mil ((-i*. or a tiiiK' limit should b(' placed on
discussion.
The council has done sonu' line worlc this
year, and tins writer only wislies to see it
continued. M’ill tin* council pleas(> come to
ordi'r''
Santa Packs His Bag
And Heads For U. S. A.
It's tlu' night lu'fori' Christmas, and all
through till' housi', not a creature is stirring,
not e\'en litih' .lohnny who usually sneaks
down to talk with .Santa—on Christmas eve.
.lohnny knows you'ri' going to give him a
scooti'r ami he is thoroughly satistied.
.\unt Hessii' will be sui'prised to tiud that
super-lu'ating hot water bottle tucked away
undi'r tlu' tri'i'. Uncle TetC’ ought to b»' con-
teul with that sweet-smelling tobacco that
yiiii will give him. and Little Sue certainly
will be surprised by that lipstick, althou.gh
slu' ought to b(' growing up at 12 yi'ars.
Mont grandpa givi' a yell when he sees
that stinirri'l rith' he wants, and won't 1 be
thrilled with my stick of candy donated by
di'ar (dl Santa I
Tmii ilffe I'l'dlileiiis
"Have You Done Your Christmas Shop-
Christmas iiresents. wrapped in all the glory
of shining tinsel and cris)) colored iiaper. add
a certain thrill to the holida.v spirit wlu'u
Decc'inber ndls arouml.
Many friends must be ri'inembered at
Christmas! It is a problem to decide what
to giv(' and just how man.\- pri'sents to ex-
changi'; howe\er. tlu' situation can bi' settled
by sending cards to less intimate friends.
New Strength and Vigor . . .
Milny of you nuiy lioliovo tliiit llio Clirisdiias
..'ou luui liopul for luis vuuisliod, Vos, poriiaps so.
I!ut il is Illy Inio ooiiviolioii thill nil of us ovory-
wlioro todiiy, iiiid ospooiillly horo at Soniof liioli
school, can and will have a Cliiusliiias season like
tlio..|' of the past. By doin,it our daily ttlsks. vo-
fuirdloss of how iiisitpiilioaiit they may seem, by
dointr thoiii and doiu^ them well, wo oaii do our
piiii. .\ud ill (loins »>■ wo oau oii.joy a now Clirist-
iiuis—a Christinas M'liioli wo ran wituoss with a
now prayor in our iioarts—a holiday wo oau faoo
with now stroiisth and visor, for it is a Christiiul.s
that will brills tl"' will and tlio powor to .siirvivol
.■\s Ions as wo liiivo that, no oiioiiiy of God's earth
oau win over ns I —BanI llillor.
How .Xbcut Thai “Special (Hfl?"
Must pf'ople specialize in a gift for a cer
tain friend, spi'iiding all their tinu'. energy
;ind iiH'ney in one atlemiif to maki'that iiri's-
ent !i hit ! They should di'cide delinitf'ly ou
the article and price, and then do llu'ir shop
ping early.
Cirls often wonder whether to ('Xchango
gifts with a number of boys or just one. and
the .general opinion is that she should give
Just to one and let the lu-oblem go at that.
It is perfectly correct sim]»ly to accept gifts
with a polite "thank you" from an.v number
of boys without any further obligation at
tached. tor b()y.s usuall.v like to bci a generous
Santa Claus and delight several girls with
gifts.
Everybody liki's to be remembered by a
small greeting at Christmas time, so be care
ful to include all your personal acquaintances
in your list of gifts or cards, although an
‘asy way out is to "(Jive what you want to
ami leave the rest alone." but remember it
is more bh's.siHl to give than to receive''
Cue gift we recommend this year is the
new patriotic Christmas card—it combines
the Yule .spirit with patriotism. Not only
iloes it have an appropriate greeting, hut also
an album for ten-cent defense stamps. You
may start the receiver off on the right foot
by iilacing a stamp or two in the album, or
you may h'ave it blank, depending on your
linanees and your generosity.
(Dress Parade Review ScUtptGQ.SC
1
Attention, all ciiilian (.'asanovasi Militarj'
service outsiile of an army camp may be
tipplied to every-day fashions by use of a
few military ti'rms. Although not in ser-
vii-e, high school studmits could profit by
tlie many rigid regulatioms enforced by the
army. This article brings you the following
regulations:
Forward INfaiTh with a bright, good smok
ing reefer for these chilly school mornings.
Keefers or "boxey coats’’ range from every
color in the rainbow to the subtle black or
brown shades.
Voluntary Service requires civilian C’asa-
novas to turn their attention to the new
"Pleat Pocket Hlax," with saddk> .stitching
strutting down each side and pleats that
conceal pockets within their folds. The very
latest thing for the home guard boys.
Tap.s and Reveille require a shining .set of
teeth to make a dull smile iiright by use
of a little tooth paste and a toothbrush
which should be put to work every day.
V for Victory comes also in the fittest
V-neck sweaters for boys iind girls not in
itetive service. The V in the neck could
stand for victory or it might mean vitality
for your clothes.
Advance and Re Kecogni/ed, you lucky
lassie.s, in a new holiday formal to make
.vours stiind out among other giiy dresses.
Pack velvet or net is very popular this sea
son. wliili^ white tiiffetii with net makes a
bruni'tte look like a black iind white dream.
Swi-etheart necks with slight shoulder straps
liui.shed by a snug-fitting Wiiist, with an ex
tremely full skirt, nnike it very attractive
dress.
Ready, Aim, Fire in the latest fireman
red lipslii-k, coats, skirts, ji'welry or dresses
and you will make the faci's brighten as
you pass by. All new colors include this
popular fireman red. which should make any
coslumi' flare up and blazi*.
Thumbs I'p for the lU'west type of eom-
fortiible school shoe called the English loaf
er. which is not only smart but also practical
and satisfying.
Join I'p Now and support the (‘verlasting
pleat skirt, with that I'Xtra smart look and
tlu' special lit making a strictly American
costume. Plaids create arrays of color cam
ouflaged by box pleats, which complete a
pi'i-fect skirt for a typical high school girl.
Nalional Defense for every home-loving
"sol(‘ ' would make its owiu'r keep an old
liair of shoes new and neat a.s long as pos
sible by just' a touch of shoe polish every
now and then.
Send Me A Barrel
or
Please Hurry, Mother!
lonights (he ui.ght. The sound of great
preparations issue from the front boudoir.
•Micki'.v—the tomboy of yesterda.v. but the
belle of today—is getting ready for a dance.
P.v five in the afternoon, the young thing
has nails gleaming, teeth sparkling, and hair
in (he process of curling. Put. alas' The
dress!
Helween junior's antics and the bridge club
the proud mama finds herself still working
on this ni'cessary jiiece of wearing apjiarel.
The sewing machine purrs contentedly, while
the belle-to-be wails that she knows it can't
be finished, and (hat even if it is. it won't
be as precious as Susie's.
Ihe clock licks around to nine: the wait
ing date and his waiting taxi sit impatiently
—Cor ditferent rea.sons; the hour grows latiL
Put linally the creation is (hushed and the
glamour girl dons the gown.
I hen the "better-late-than-never" arrival at
the dance, the troubles of the day are for
gotten and “a good time was had by all’’
becomes the theme of the evening.
Poefs Corner
AlIKIilCA ( VLUXO
Ameriea
America
calling! to you jmd to me.
calling! wherevi'r you be.
America ucd,. yim ns m-ver licfiirc:
The ommi.v enters her „i,oii door.
Ainerieii ealliiis! list to her eali:
Ameriea eailiiist lesf evil liefall.
Awaken, oh sleeper ! daiiser is near :
Awaken, awaken I freedom is dear.
Ameriea eaiiing! ealli„e ,„day,
America eaiiins! do not delay,'
Aineriean sons and danshtevs time
Ameriea's eaiiing. railing to yon.
Ameriea railing : prepare, prepare,
Ameriea eaiiing! ail toes beware!
—by Henri Etta Lee
Christmas . . . iwople im.shing aromid bny-
ing last minute presents for Amit Sophie and
Cousin Gus . . . red noses shining from faces
glowing with the (.'hvistinas .spirit . .
shivering Santa Claus on every cornei*
old carols from long ago echoing throughout
the city . . . Cliristmas trees . . . jingle bells
. . . nuts ‘ii' fruits ’ii’ candy . . .
^Modern Version of an Old Refrain:
Dasliing through the snow
Ill a one-horse open sleigh
If yon want to catch the flu,
This is an easy way!
R. W.
What's In A Name
G.ll.S. has turned into a veritable mena-
garie—what Avitli a Wolfe, Fox and Tigor
roaming around!
Dear Santa Claus
My mama wants an ermine coat,
My papa needs some dough;
Junior wants a streamlined bike—
But sister—just a beau! R.
Open Letter to Saint Nicholas
■\Vq are 1200 little girls and boys who have
been very good this year—of course tliere
have been a few paper AA'ads and fire-crackers.
We have been a little too noksy in chapel, we
talked a little too much in class, but on the
Avhole wo have heen prett.Y good, considering.
So, since we are such deserving youngsters,
we Avoiild like to put in our bid for this
year's Christmas presents—that is if the pri
ority board hasn't got what we AA'ant!
m
C-ift List
For the T-40 and the bra^'e .souls who steer
it. a heater and a radio;
For High Life, a 200-incli ad;
For the math classes, an answer book for
every pupil:
For Principal A. P. Kouth. one day free
from pestering students and annoying details;
For ilrs. Nellie Rlacklmrn, a dictapboiie to
record those innumerable alibis;
(And for the students who furnish those
alibis, a volume of new excuses;)
And for Greensboro high school in general,
a shiny new year—without term papers, book
or Avariiing roport.s.
M'itb best lioi>es for the new year, St. Nick,
Avo'll be seeing you Christmas eA'e.
12(i0 Students from Greensboro High School
i*- —Don't forget your anti-freeze. It gets
prett.v cold down here in December!
Dcing Their Part for National Defense
XVe hear that quite a few G.H.S. alumni,
and some .students, have joined the armed
forces of I ncle Sam, Congratulations, fel
lows, we’re jiroiid of you!
Cliristmas tree.
Dark Nights,
0. P. M.
No lights!
R. W.
Puhlislied
Semi-Monthly
hy the Students
of Greensboro
Senior High
School
Greensboro, N. C.
Founded by the Class of 1921
Revived by riic Spring Journalism
Class of I!);-!?
Entered as second-class matter JIarch
•10. at the po.st office at Greens
boro. N. t!"., under the Act of March 3.
1S79.
EDITORIAL
EUlor-in-Cliief Paul Miller
Feuture Editor Rachael Whiteside
Fciitiirc Mell Alexander
Copp Editor Bob Perry
Assistant to the Copy Editor
,, , ' Ruth Winterling
Makc-l'P Editor Dorothv Parker
Assistant to the Make-Vp Editor
, Shannon Schumann
JJeadhne Editor Margaret Wilkerson
tsporls Editor Earle Holliday
Sports Feature Writer Garland AVolfe
Ej-ehauf/e Editor David Evans
Ueiid Proofreader Betty Clement
Photographer Jack Watson
BI'SI.VESS DEPARTMENT
Basincss Manayer Betty Routli
Bookkeeper Jeannette Stephenson
Uanaacr .... Herbert Hattaway
Junior Journalist Chairmen
Ernest Beasley and Alice Trosper
Advertisiny Solicitor . . Neil Beard
Advertisint; Ayents
Bill Andre'ws, M. C. Anderson
Typists—Mary Crutchfield, Alyne Roseberry,
, , . Lorraine Springer, Doris Smith
A(?risc?-,9
Mrs. Olive Betts. Miss Lillian Secrest
■f ‘nnncial Adviser . . Miss Dorothy McNairy
(Memb^