Central High School - Blackhawk Yearbook (Davenport, IA)

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IE STROKE it seems. Notice the way all those in the lower pic- ture are running toward school. It couldn’t be cold out? In preparation for the noon day rush of hunger- stricken students, the kitch- en crew is busy early in the morning, and as you whis- per that secret to your pal, one of Mrs. Diver’s helpers has peeled another potato. “Harry” starts his day off with a sweep over the halls. Look at that smile! He must be enjoying him- self. Don’t think the students don’t realize the importance of report cards. The boy at the forge, Melvin Miller, and the two painters have arrived at school early to do some extra credit work. Every little bit counts, you know. Maybe they’re making up “U’s” but probably those girls in gym suits came to school before time to let off a little excess energy ac- cumulated over night.

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BEFORE ' OF Nlh Since each of you can’t be nine or ten places at once (it isn’t done), the Black- hawk has compiled a sort of album of pictures to let you know what goes on before your learned preceptors call their classes to order. A characteristic scene is that “airplane” shot look- ing down to the corridor. Some are just arriving, some wandering indolently through the halls; others are perfectly content to just stand and talk. While the less studious roam the halls, many prefer the peace (?) of their home rooms, where they can com- plete their day's work. The girls seem to have their “noses to the grindstone,” intent upon getting some- thing done. Miss West, left, English instructor and Miss Buria- nek, history instructor, ar- rive at school with contem- plative looks on their faces. Hope it isn’t a test they’re pondering over! The student body really does love dear old D. H. S.,

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sc Publications Classes Public Speaking Instrumental Music Vocal Music R. O. T. C During School Activities