Central High School - Blackhawk Yearbook (Davenport, IA)

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Director Members of the Class of 1952: I hope that each of you has secured a copy of this yearbook of 1952. No other school publication portrays so well and makes such a valuable perma- nent record of school life at Davenport High as does the Blackhawk Yearbook. Congratulations to those of you who have worked so hard to make this a truly fine book. The teachers and I all hope you feel that Daven- port High has served you well. We trust that your experiences here have been pleasant and most profitable ones, and that through the years they will provide many pleasant memories. From pleasant memories and knowledge of years well spent come strong loyalties, and we want you to be loyal to D. H. S. I am sure that every teacher and every adminis- trator in our school joins with me in extending con- gratulations to you upon the completion of your high school work. Our very best wishes go with you for your future success and happiness. Sincerely, Seated arc Superintendent Harold J. Williams, Presi- dent Richard LeBuhn, and Secretary John G. Baum- gartner. Standing are Albert Block, John Burrows, Walter Vieth, Robert Wells, Les Jones, Mrs. Rhea Cornelius.

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Harold J. Williams. Superintendent of Schools Tho Administrative and Supervisory Staff. Seated is Superintendent Harold J. Williams. Standing are L. E. Wass , Industrial and Adult Education Director; Loslie C. Goss. Diroctor of Purchasing and Mainte- nance; and J. E. Baumgartner, Socrotary and Comp- troller. ducer Congratulations to the 1952 Blackhawk staff, your sponsors, and the members of the 1952 graduating class. The staff has done a fine job in compiling and editing the 1952 Blackhawk. High school life is a continual found of experi- ences. This annual will give you many reminders of these high school experiences. Your future will be determined quite largely by the result of your reaction to your experiences. We hope your high school life has provided you with the guidance and good judgement to improve yourself through these experiences. Many people have sacrificed and taxed them- selves to surround you with opportunities and ex- periences during your entire school career. These opportunities will soon be behind you. You are now about to join the large list of alumni of Davenport High School. We are proud of your record as students and are confident you will achieve the same high standards as adult citizens of this community and country as you have demonstrated in your school career. Our prayers and best wishes go with you. V Superintendent

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Don L. Hempstead, Assistant Principal Associate In cooperation with Mr. Berry, assistant principal Don L. Hempstead aids in solving administrative problems as well as those of the student body. Advising the Student Council, acting as chair- man of the study halls, and serving as Director of the Guidance and Counseling Department are the three major tasks among his many duties. Under his direction are nine counselors, who, in turn, are special advisors to their particular division of the student body. All matters of attendance, scholastic and social curriculum, and personal prob- lems of the students are given individual attention by these people to help solve any difficulties that may arise during their enrollment at DHS. Miss Jeanette Keppy is secretary of the counsel- ing office. The Counseling Staff. Seatod are Miss Kathryn Tweoton, Mrs. Edith Prislco, Miss Jeanotte Keppy. secretary of the Counseling Offico, and Miss Lucille Burianek. Standing are Allen Slickers. Paul B. Still, Miss Pauline Cotter. Miss Jean MacDonald, Lawrence B. Kenyon. and Harvey H. Voris. 8