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Page Two High Life April 18,1947 HIGH LIFE Published Semi-Monthly by the Students ol Greensboro Senior High School Greensboro, N. C. Founded by the Class of 1921 Revived by the Spring Journalism Class of 1937 Entered as second-class matter March 30, 1940, at the post office at Greensboro, N. C., under the Act of March 3, 1879. EDITORIAE Oo-E (litors-in-Ohief Bobbie Jean Shaw Ed Brown 'News Editor Bob Price Feature Editm- Abe Jones Sports Editor Charlie Melvin CH/rls’ Sports Editor Gail Schaffiert Exchange Editor Donna Martin Photographers Frank Klages, Lowell Dryzer Photographic Editor Gerald Thomas Literary Editor David Buckner Alurmvi Editor Lois Bowman Art Editor Alice McGee Reporters—Mary Reynolds, Gerald Thomas, Harry Bryant, Sherwood Batchelor, James Frye, Herbert Jones, Bill Ledford, Page Lee, Donese Newnam, Frances Newton, Betty Jean Pope, Don Prago, Jimmy Roberts, John Story, Jack Vining, Mary Barton, Rbbert Gilchrist, Dick Kelly, Charlie Shai^e, Katherine Routh, Jennie Lee Moser, Marianne Moriarty. BUSINESS Go-Advertising Managers Peggy Bentley Blake Stalling Business Alanager Glehna Dewitt Assistant Business Manager Harry Bryant Circulation Manager George Seay Adviser Mrs. R. John Holland Financial Adviser A. P. Routh APRIL 18, 1947 Red Riddle Witli so inucli comtroversy heard on every hand ahont Soviet Russia, it is difficult for the high school student to know what to believe. Many people speak of war between the United States and Russia as inevitable. Others say drastic measures must be taken to strengthen the United Nations until that organization becomes a world federation. Still others say the United States must, lead the world in peace and develop a foreign pol icy active opposed to Russian aims. These “Russian aims” are often represented as at tempts at world domination. It is the right of every high school studerit to know the facts of the case; for if war is inevitable, he will fight it. To determine the trends of thought at G. H. S., a poll was conducted by several High Life staff members. “Ho you think war with Russia is inevitable?” they asked. Opinion was about equally divided. But those who answered “No” qualified their answers by saying tliat we must-make further efforts to understand Russia. Doubt and mistrust of Russia are every- wliere evident in the I’csults of the poll. Doubt and mistrust are two majot causes of war. Even if there were no other causes for war, the existence of these feelings can do much to create strife. If thei’e is basis for our fears, we should arm and prepare for war; if not, we shouhl bend every effort to further the cause of mutual understanding and good will. To further the cause of good will and un derstanding, concessions must, be made by both sides. Is a compromise between the sys tems of Communism and Democracy possible? Here again, tlrcre are many diverse opinions. Some observers feel that nothing less than the control of Europe, the Near East, and. China will satisfy Russia. Should we go this far in compromise or appeasement? The only other course open is the formation of a strong world government with armed force at its disposal to keep the peace. This will mean concessions of our national powers; hut it it brings peace, as many feel it will, it is surely worth its co^t. • • Qualifications of School And Class Officers To some persons, elections are times for flag-waving, extravagant pi’omises, and op portunities to vote for personal friend^ Soon, the juniors and sophomores ot G.H.b. will have the opportunity of going to Die polls to select class and school officers. Voting not only is a privilege but also a ■responsibility. Many times through out the year, students find opportuni ties to severely criticize student offi cers when in reality, it is the student who has placed the candidate in office who should himself be criticized. There are two basic qualities which should be considered before one casts a vote for a particular candidate. The first and foremost qualification is hon esty. Only through the honesty of a candidate in his dealings and school work can an officer be entrusted with his duties. Also vitally important is the quali fication of the officer for his duties. It is unfair, not only to the students but also to the officer himself to elect a student to an office for which he is unqualified. It should be remembered, therefore, 'when students vote in the forthcom ing elections, that it is to their indi vidual credit or discredit that the elected officers perform their duties efficiently or not. Your vote will de termine the degree of advancement of G. H. S. in the forthcoming year. D. K. Democracy and May Day In past years. Senior high school has had as one of its most outstand ing spring events the traditional May Day exercises. We wonder how many, though, have paused to think of how characteristic this election is of de mocracy. Let’s review the procedure. The members of each senior home room were given a list of all senior girls and were allowed to vote on 20 of them. In the junior homerooms, six girls from the junior class were nominated in each homeroom, and the sophomores followed the same proce dure. In this way, it is made a. stu dent. election, and the May Queen, whoever she may be, will certainly be the choice of the* majority qf the student body. B. J. S. Navy Tests A few years ago the .young men of our country were not offered the nu merous opportunities that are being set before them every day in present times. Today, due to existing world stuations, men are needed in the armed services of the U. S. A. Re cently, the government under the title of NROTC gave mental aptitude tests to approximately 40,000 young men all over the country, of which 4,000 passed. Those four students from Greens boro Senior High who passed and went on to AVashington, D. C., for personal interviews and physical ex aminations were Ted Leonard, Nor man Booker, Scott. Eubanks, and Buddy Webb. Pill Oden also passed but did not make the trip to Wash ington. For the young men passing both of these tests the advantages are numerous. All special expenses to any specified college in the U. S. with a maintenance of $50 monthly are to be given. In return, the student will go on three summer cruises while at tending college, and upon graduation serve two years active duty and six years on reserve for the Navy with the rank of Ensign. This is just one example of the va rious opportunities being offered to day to students who are scholastically and physically outstanding. The prime reason for these experiments for training men is because of the need for men. The advantages reaped by the individuals are many, not to niention the opportunity to serve one’s country in its time of need. Ted Leonard and Bill Oden failed to pass the physical examinations, but we want to take this opportunity to wish those Senior high boys who did pass both tests—Scott Eubanks, Bud dy Webb, and Norman Booker—^the best of luck in their most promising futures. P. B. South Carolina Schools Reviewed by High Life North Carolina’s sister state to the south is well endowed with its share of colleges and universities. Foremost are those oper ated by the state. The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, at Charleston, was estab lished by the state in 1842. “Military work is prescribed by the war department, and cadets are eligible upon graduation to the officer’s reserve corps of the United States Army.” Clemson Agricultural College was chart ed in 1889 on the old homestead of John C. Calhoon. As the state agricultural and mechanical college for men, it offers 4 years courses in agricultm-e and engineer ing and also short courses in agriculture and textiles. The Medical College of the State of South Carolina, located at Charleston, is one of the oldest medical colleges in the country. Co-educational, it is owned and supported by the state. The University of South Carolina was chartered by the general assembly in 1801 and opened in 1806. During the War of Secession its halls were used, first by the Confederates, then, by the Union Army as a hospital. “Besides the College of Arts and Science, there are schools of education, commerce, journalism, law, en gineering, pharmacy, and graduate work.” “Winthrop College, at Bock Hill, is a college for women, founded in 1886. In 1891 it became a state institution. Besides a regular collegiate course, normal and industrial courses are given. Demonstra tion work is home economics is done by the college for the state. CLEMSON Clemson Agricultural College of South Carolina is the state college for men. Located in Clemson, S. C., it has a rural environment. It was founded in 1889 when the general assembly of South Carolina accepted the terms of the will of Thomas G. Clemson, who left his estate to found an agricul tural college. This nondenominational school was opened in 1893. Clemson is governed by a Board of Trustees of 7 life members and 6 members elected by the general assembly. They maintain a library of 60,416 volumes, including 23,416 government documents. The college consist® of the Schools of Agricultural, Engineering, General Science, ■ Textiles, Chemistry and Geology, and Vocational Education. Strictly Ad Lib By Charles Strong State Contest About this time every year a spark of ambition is fired in the aspiring young musicians of the school (somewhat kindled by the threats and curses of our beloved directors). The desire to sound like a real musical aggregation is motivated by the an nual State Music Con test. Although this is praise-worthy, it’s too bad the spirit can’t be kept year round. In the band, Mr. Hazelman has desired to- play the Wagner overture “Reinzi” and “The Merry Wives, of Windsor.” originally scored for orchsetra; but easily “Reinzi” is a typical Wagner composition adapted to band because of his love for brass instruments which are prominent throughout. In “Merry Wives,” the reeds, and in particular the oboe, have a chance to show their proficiency. All in all, Mr. Hazelman had shown good taste in his well-rounded selections, as both numbers are impressive and both are ■within the coopbilities of the band. With a little more practice, I think we should come out close to the top with the only serious com petition coming from Charlotte and Lenoir. Ensembles and Solos In the field of ensembles and soloists, Greensboro -easily takes the lead over the other schools. Although we are entering nine en'sembles and five soloists from the band, all of whom are competent and deserving of a good rating. Orchestra In the orchestra, Mr. Harriman is re- heai’sing the Bach “Prelude and Fugue in D Minor” and the first movement of Hay den’s “Second Symphony” for perform ance in the contest. Although they play both well, competition is a little stiffer in this field, especially from the well-trained and more experienced group from Char lotte. Nevertheless, ■ we wish all the groups icnluding the vocal, the best of luck. A little rouge, a little curl— A box of imwder, a pretty girl; A little rain, away she goes A homely girl with a freckled nose. A recently discharged Navy gun captain was home dozing peacefully in front of the stove. The door of the stove came open and out shot flames. “Fire!” shouted hi® wife. The captain leaped to his feet, grabbed the cat, shoved, it into the stove, slammed the door, opened the draft, and shouted up the stove pipe, “Number one gun ready, sir!” See what you think of this one: Moe met Jog on the corner of Hollywood and Vine and slapped him joyously on the back. “Hello, Joe!” ishouted Moe, “where’ve you been keeping yourself lately?” “Haven’t seen yon since prohibition days !” “Oh, didn’t you know, Moe, I’ve been working. I’ve gotta job at the Eagle Laun- ' dry. Pays good, too!” “Is that right? Well tell me, Joe, what do you do at the Eagle laundry ?” Joe looked reproachfully at Moe and replied,, “What do you think I do, Moe? 1 wash Eagles, of course.” Speaking of mellow times, much fun was had by all at the shin-dig thrown by A. W. Sapp,' Jr., at his house on Hobbs Road Eiaster Eve.
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