Dunbar High School - Liber Anni Yearbook (Washington, DC)

Text from Pages 1 - 176 of the 1924 volume:

Walter CSmith Charles Sumner School Museum ard Archives ARCHIVES OF THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA TENT TI IT HTT TTI T IIIT ll ll LO Ly 4 RL —( SS 6 NY TS Ss o Q — _ RR REY SSCS CCC CAS Sstesses ssesse5'S [ml] DUNBAR HIGH SCHOOL HISTORICAL SKETCH, AND REVIEW OF THE SENIOR CLASS OF 1924 AND SCHOOL ACTIVITIES a2 Published by the Senior Class of 1924 Dunbar High School Washington, D. C. SAS DSS DD nes | RIWIINIw aes UAV UAT WTI TORR LA BY Adversis major, par secundis. (Superior to adversity, equal to success.) School Colors: Crimson and Black. | Ke v y : The first SEAL of Dunbar High School. De- signed by the Art Department under Miss Rosa L. Nixon, and adopted April, 1924 : Sorviunryn Q) Q QI ANNI, the aim of the Senior Class of 1924 is to give information con- cerning itself and the institution of which it isa part. We realize the RRR Q serious duty which is ours, and set RRIRIRRNRRINI RISE RRRIS RRR) out earnestly to the fulfillment of Rin rape raee the trust. It is our desire that this effort may be one more accomplishment worthy to serve as a guide for Dunbar’s aspir- ing youth. We confess our indebtedness to all who have aided in the publication of this book, and extend to them our heartfelt thanks. May this book, in years to come, be an ever present friend to the scattered members of the Class of 724. JOSEPH JENKINS, President. N PRESENTING OUR LIBER : ———_ + ee ee SAE Sa es Gs; S83 8 [a : wr 4 be + Ms - = | NY DUNBAR HIGH SCHOOL eae o pol yelled elo eae ol cd pol cello ode ode pel pel fel ec dd ee ed oo pl ee ep de ep de fe fo a + To The Dunbar ate School A sooneT And she shall be the friend of youth for aye; Of quick’ning youth whose eyes have seen the gleam; Of youth between whose tears and laughter stream Bright bows of hope; of youth, audacious, gay, Who dares to know himself a Caeser, say, A Shakespeare or a Galahad. The dream To him is real; and things are as they seem, ‘For beauty veils from hity the feet of clay: How holy and how wonderful ber trust— Youth's friend and, yes, how blest. For down the wes! Each-day shall go the sun, and time in time Shall die, the unborn shall again be dust; But she with youth eternal on her breast. Immortal, too, shall git serene. sublime a oo r AQ Poop POOPY ATMOS UM Ay Ss Ae “ 7 i ; ‘ :. ); , rd , © — by ae ” é i. Z . vi tay +f f ie er ‘ ; J 4 anal. f fps SRS; eh ‘ ; i ae a 2 ca be r’ ‘4 € F : a p “ ss 4 yy. Vie ‘ | a ry r 7 oe - 8 J as : ; , cs 5 P - ap % } ; 3 at , i � i wh : me . y , AY} : = ; a - iz N . £ 7s i - “4 y . é ) af Yi ¢ ce f - . 4 . a © } snes % , ss) � . oe e -- y . ‘ aad . eal 4 ‘shad , pe - Mr. Georce F. T. Coor, Superintendent of Public Schools, 1868 to 1870 and 1871 to 1900 PseRR Err Ce ooo ee ooo eel clralola acl nq a Dr. WINFIELD Scorr MONTGOMERY, Mr. Roscor ConKLING BRUCE, B Assistant Superintendent of Public Assistant Superintendent of Public ce Schools, 1900 to 1907 Schools, 1907 to 1921 RET T tf § ‘ONTOAY Xostof? MONT qd 0} qororddy Urey WITS YF WoAy LOOPS Wst a | Reel te Alleles rrr lalla) Pere ow Owe NOMS eee eee sooo oloey Miss Junia 1B. Brooks, Assistant Principal and Dean of Girls EDR BUSAAAS NST SITS TAT ANUS SAAS DISET ATTRA AAT ARTRARAAAIADRAA RR ARERURREEEEENEEEeD f NEW JERSEY AVENUE | Thousands of feet have trod a street That leads the way to Light; Thousands of eyes have seen its elms And gloried in their height; Thousands of souls have passed that way With happy hearts and free; Thousands of days have come and gone And long since ceased to be. Many a youth with anxious feet Has gone that way to Learning; Many a soul with beating heart Has passed that street with Yearning Many a month and many a year Have fled since Youth first trod That broad street with its arch of trees Made not by man but God A delaide E. Cardoz� , ‘23 Thousands of feet have trod a set Oat leads the way to light. Head of Department of Ilead of Department of Sciences English Mr. G. David Touston, Head of Department of Business Practice Mr. Nelson E, Weatherless, Miss Otelia Cromwell el Mr. Robert N. Mattingly, Mr. Amplias IT. Glenn, Head of Department of Head of Department of Mathematics Languages Top to bottom, left to right: Mr, Joseph B. Allen Mrs. Thelma Amos Mrs. Norma (. Bacchus Miss Elsie H. Brown Mr. William M. Brewer Mr. James M. Carter Miss Edith M. Chandler Mr. Samuel E, Compton Mrs, Theresa L. Connelly Mas, Anna J, Cooper Mr. John W. Cromwell, Ji. Mrs, DUNBAR FACULTY : ic] Xe : | Ry Mrs, Adelaide ©. Daly Dr. Eva B. Dykes Mr. Joseph N, Gownder Mr. Edwin B. Menderson DUNBAR FACULTY Top to bottom, left to right: Miss Sadie I. Daniel Miss Mary L. Europe Mr. Henry L, Grant Miss Juanita P, Howard 1 3 Mr. Frederick J. Douglass Miss Mary M. Miss Ethel ©, Miss Mary 8. Gibson Harris Hundley Uae pol AAVAVEVATAPUEIABAD Bea! PARRA ARI TIAA R RR TTA IAAI R RAINIER) Dinnaaoaeammemas aed = DUNBAR FACULTY Top to bottom, left to right: Miss Leanna F, Johnson Mr. Domingo A. Lanauze Mr. Clarence 0. Lewis Mr.. Willis M. Menard Mr. Clyde C. McDuffie Mr. Samuel D. Milton Mr. Wilder P. Montgomery Mr. Matthew M. Morton Mr. Nathaniel A. Murray Miss Jennie E. Mustapha Mr. William J. Newsome Miss Rosa L. Nixon DUNBA R FACULTY Top to bottom, left to right: Mr. Charles L, Pinderhughes Dr. Georgianna I. Simpson Miss Clarissa M. Scott Mr. Dantlel B, Thompson Miss Ruth FE. Weatherless Miss Etta L, Williamson Mr. James ©, Wright Mr, Williain D, Nixon Mr. John H, Williams Mr. Louis H. Russell Mr. Neyal IH. Thomas Mrs, Alice M. Williams 2 3 a a , a Faculty s Mr. WALTER L. SMITH, Principal Miss JULIA E. BROOKS, Assistant Principal and Dean of Girls Miss OTELIA CROMWELL, Head of Department English Miss Bertha C. McNeill Miss Charlotte Atwood Miss Jennie E. Mustapha Miss Elsie H. Brown Miss Clarissa M. Scott Miss Nancy F. Brown History Miss Mary P. Burrill Mr. William M. Brewer Mr. James M. Carter Miss Sadie I. Daniel Dr. Eva B. Dykes Mr. Willis M. Menard Miss Angelina W. Grimke Mr. James N. Saunders Miss Juanita P. Howard Mr. Ralph Scott N Mary S. Hundley Mr. Charles M. Thomas Mrs. Madeline Hurst Mr. Neval H. Thomas aca DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGES 2) Mr. AMPLIAS H. GLENN, Head of Department Latin Spanish Mr. Joseph B. Allen Mrs. Adelaide C. Daly Mrs. Anna J. Cooper Mr. Joseph N. Gownder Miss Mary M. Gibson Mr. Domingo A. Lanauze Mr. Clyde ©. McDuttie ggasi ee Mr, William J. Newsome Mrs. Sophie M. Bryson German Miss Mary M. Gibson Dr, Georgiana R. Simpson Dr. Georgiana R. Simpson : DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH AND HISTORY : Soe woe elle SERRE ERR ERE RRR a Renee INT NAY belraol oleh loaner ete Faculty DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS Mr. ROBERT N. MATTINGLY, Head of Department Mr. Ulysses S. G. Bassett Mr. William T. S. Jackson Miss Mary E. Cromwell Mr. Clarence O. Lewis Miss Ethel C. Harris Miss Gladys E. N. Toliver DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCES Mr. NELSON E. WEATHERLESS, Head of Department Botany Physical Geography Mr. Nathaniel A. Murray Mr. Haley G. Douglass Chemistry Physics Mr. Louis H. Russell . Mr. Nelson E. Weatherless Miss Jane B. Datcher Zoology Mr. Matthew M. Morton Mr. Wilder P. Montgomery DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS PRACTICE Mr. G. DAVID HOUSTON, Head of Department Mr. James H. Cowan Arithmetic Commercial Problems and Mr. Samuel E. Compton Commercial Law Mrs. Euphemia L. Haynes Mr. Charles M. Thomas Bookkeeping Penmanship Mr. John W. Cromwell, Jr. Miss Ruth E. Weatherless Mr. Daniel B. Thompson Physical Geography English Miss Mary O’H. Williamson Mr. G. David Houston Shorthand Miss Mary S. Hundley Mr. Frederick J. Douglass Miss Jennie E. Mustapha Typewriting Mrs. Josephine L. Harley Miss Lydia Brown Commercial Drawing Miss Leanna F. Johnson Miss Rosa L. Nixon Mr. James C. Wright SPECIAL SUBJECTS Domestic Science Physical Training (Boys) Mrs. Norma C. Bacchus Mr. Duvall B. Evans Mrs. Alice M. Williams Mr. Edwin B, Henderson Drawing Mr. Charles L. Pinderhughes Mr. Samuel D. Milton 3 : Mr, William D. Nixon Physical Training (Girls) Music Mrs. Thelma Amos Miss Mary L. Europe Miss Edith M. Chandler Mr. Henry L. Grant Mrs. Theresa L. Connelly Miss Lola Johnson Miss Etta L. Williamson Mrs. Miriam W. Lewis, Clerk Mrs. Pearl B. Curtis, Librarian Mr. John H. Williams, Registrar Mrs. Marion V. Monroe, Matron RETIRED Miss CAROLINE E. PARKS, Department of Mathematics Miss HARRIETT E. RIGGS, Head-of Department of English and Member of Board of Examiners Mrs. HARRIETTE P. BUTCHER, Department of History (6AM tp S. MILILTARY INSTRUCTORS Top roy, left to right: Maj. Edward L. Webster, Middle row: Maj. Christian A, Fleetwood, Lieut. ¢ Sottom row: Capt, Edward L, York, 1st I Maj. Milton 'T, Dean ‘ol, Arthur Brooks dieut. Orestus J. Kincaid Dol Of One Srhool eep apluggin’ away, DVerseverauce Sfillis King, imeits sure reward will bring; Wpork aud wait unwearying — JFReep apluggin’ away. cop a-pluggm away. iy greats to the bast, one areffom fhe rule releaged. ¢ thou foiler.poet,priest, cep a-plaggim’ away. ea Pourence Bunbar. [FAR RRR RRR R RRR R ETRE ETRE RRR E RAK eTe ere enet neck PATTI T TT. | Peo lae ome loa wel oe eee eee ee 19 Fea ff Nf Nf NN ee oe ef Nf 0 ff ed fol fe ofl co od ep oe pl ef ee oe fee fed ce ed ed oe ed dep ee ep od w ARXX WON 4 � ASLO By J. C. Wright N 1807, three slave-born and unlettered benefactors—George Bell, Nicholas Franklin and Moses Lverpool—after purchasing their freedom, came to the District of Columbia and erected a one-story frame school house for the edu- cation of colored people. This school was placed in charge of a white teacher named Lowe, and two years later, in 1809, Mrs. Anne Hall, the first colored teacher opened her school. The total Negro population of Washington at this time was 1,498; and as only 494 were free colored people, including about 125 children, only this number could take advantage of the provisions made by the founders of the school, it being a crime in the District of Columbia to teach slaves to read and write. About 1818, under the direction of the “Resolute Beneficial Society,” a school was opened with the avowed purpose of giving instruction to those who were able to pay for it, thereby affording the first free school for colored children in the District of Columbia. Mr. John Adams, the first colored man to teach in the District, also opened his school this year. At the outbreak of the rebellion more than 1,200 colored children attended private schools. Then came the abolition of slavery, and May 21, 1862, Congress passed a law providing that ten per centum of all the taxes collected from the property owned by Negroes in the District of Columbia should be set aside for the purpose of maintaining free schools for the children of the District. This was the beginning of free schools for colored children supported by public money. A number of pay schools and private schools supported by public-spirited people were successfully conducted in Washington for nea rly half a eentury. From such aid, in the spring of 1864, there were 11 such schools, with 21 teachers and 1,000 pupils. During this year 1 teacher was paid out of the public fund $400, and assisted by a volunteer teacher from New Haven, Conn., instructed over 100 pupils. June 25, 1864, the law of 1862 was so amended that the educational fund of the District of Columbia should be divided between the white and colored schools in such proportion as the number of colored children in the District 6 and 17 should bear to the white children of like age. May 1, 1865, the first public school in the District of Columbi was opened, insufficient funds causing delay until this time. public schools increased to 5, with 7 teachers, and 450 pupils. grammar school buildings with modern facilities for te drawing, domestic art, domestic science, physical culture, a for tubercular pupils, a fresh air school, and schools for the atypical, incorrigible, and speech correction; 2 vocational schools, 2 junior high schools, 1 manual training school 1 academic high school including a department of business practice with accredited between the ages of a for colored children In 1867 the number of In 1924 there were 45 aching kindergarten, music, nd manual training; a school courses, 1 normal school, 22,133 pupils, 791 officers and teachers, and over $1,000,000 paid in salaries. The first Superintendent of colored schools, Mr. A. E. Newton, (white) served from 1864 to 1868, and again from 1870 to 1871. The second superintendent, Mr. George F. T. Cook, served from 1868 to 1870, and continuously from 1871 to 1900. For a few months only, between 1868 and 1870, until his untimely death at his home in Philadel- phia, Mr. Octavius Catto, (white) also served as Superintendent. In July, 1882, the office of Supervising Principal was established, and Mr. Henry Percival Montgomery and his brother, Dr. Winfield Scott Montgomery were the first appointees to this office; afterwards two additional Supervising Principals were appointed. The law of June, 1900, abolished the office of Superintendent and in lieu thereof established the present office of Assistant Superintendent in charge of colored schools. Dr. Winfield Scott Montgomery, first to hold this office, served from 1900 to 1907. Mr. Roscoe Conkling Bruce served from 1907 to 1921, and was succeeded by the present incumbent, Mr. Garnet Crummel Wilkinson. November 14, 1870, the high school for the education of colored youth was or- ganized as a “Preparatory High School” because the enrollment included pupils in the last year of the grammar school course, and was located in the basement of the Fifteenth Street Presbyterian Church with Emma J. Hutchins (white) of Haverhill, N.H., as Principal. The first high school for white children was estabilshed in 1876, and was known as the “Advanced Grammar School for Girls”; and was followed in 1877, the year the first class of colored students graduated, by a school of kindred character, denominated an “Advanced Grammar School for Boys.” These two schools were merged in 1880, and in 1882 occupied the new Central High School, then just completed. In September, 1871, the High School was moved to Stevens building, with Miss Mary Jane Patterson as Principal. From September, 1872, to June, 1877, the High School was located in the Sumner building, and during rst year of this period Prof. Richard T. Greener served as Principal. In Sept 1873, Miss Mary Jane Patterson again was made Principal, and held the positi 1 1884, In September, 1877, the High School was moved to the Miner building, where it remained until June, 1891. In September, 1884, Prof. Francis L. Cardozo was made Principal, and so served until June, 1896. From September, 1891, to June, 1916, the High School occupied old M Street building, with Dr. Winfield Scott Montgomery as Principal from September, 1896, to April 30, 1899; Judge Robert H. Terrell from May 1, 1899, to December 31, 1901; Mrs. Anna J. Cooper from January 2, 1902, to June, 1906; Mr. William T. S. Jackson from September, 1906, to June, 1909; Mr. Edward C. Williams from September, 1909, to June, 1916. October 2, 1916, Dunbar High School was opened, with Mr. Garnet Crummel Wilkinson as Principal; and on his elevation to Assistant Superintendent in charge of colored schools,:Mr. Walter L. Smith, a member of Dunbar faculty, was promoted to Principal on September 15, 1921. ; The High School was organized in 1870 with 1 teacher and 15 students, At this time the colored school system included 64 schools, (not buildings) 66 teachers, and 4,964 pupils. The first class would have graduated in 1875, but in order to supply the great demand for teachers at that time, the members of this class and the next succeeding class were appointed to teach before completing the prescribed course of study. As a result of this action of the Board of Trustees, the first class graduated on June 7, 1877, in the assembly hall at Sumner School, with 11 members, 3 male and 8 female. Miss Fannie M. Costin, a veteran teacher now in the Washington schools, was valedictorian, and the late Honorable Frederick Douglass made the address to the class. The faculty numbered 3 teachers including the Principal, and 94 was the High School enrollment. ; ’ ie time high school graduates were admitted to the Normal School by competi- tive examination, and the number so admitted was limited to 20 only; and in 1887 the annual number of entrants was increased to 40. In September, 1896, else ie be ue added to the Normal School course; and in September, 1898, all limitations on the number admitted to the Normal School were removed. : In 1923, including Mid-Year, June and Summer classes, 231 students graduated; 67 male and 120 female were Academic students, and 13 male and 31 female were business students. Prominent numbers on graduation programs, from time to time, have included President Rutherford B. Hayes in 1878; President Grover Cleveland in 1887; Secretary of the Treasury, Charles Stebbins Fairchild in 1888; President William Howard Taft in 1909; Bishops in the church; United States Senators and Representatives; eminent Judges; high Government officials; District of Columbia Commissioners; leading national educators; and many distinguished citizens. Dunbar High School was named in honor of Paul Laurence Dunbar by the Commissioners of the District of Columbia on January 17, 1916. The school is a brick, stone-trimmed building of Elizabethan architecture with a frontage of 401 feet, and cost $610,000 including ground and equipment. The course of study includes all the academic and business subjects taught in similar schools of accredited standing, including domestic science, physical training, and military science. In 1924 the total enrollment in all departments was 1,742 of which 558 were males and 1,184 females. The faculty numbers 72 instructors, 34 male and 38 female, many of whom are graduates from the leading colleges and uni- versities of the country; and Dr. Georgiana R. Simpson and Dr. Eva B. Dykes, Dunbar, 710, have been awarded the Ph.D. degree by the University of Chicago and Radcliffe College, respectively, and Mr. John W. Cromwell, Jr., of the department of business practice is a certified public accountant. Dr. Sadie Tanner Morsell, Dunbar, 715, and Ph.D., from the University of Pennsylvania in ’21, is also one of the four outstanding colored women of America honored with the Ph.D. degree and closely associated with Dunbar High School. In September, 1886, Business Subjects were first included in the High School Course of Study, and the following year the Business Department was organized as a part of the High School at Miner building, under Prof. Francis L. Cardozo. In 1891 the Business Department was also moved to M Street High School, and in 1896 it was moved to Garnet building. Two years later, in 1898, the Business Depart- ment was moved to Douglass building, where it was made a part of Armstrong Man- ual Training School in 1900, and in 1902 was moved into the new Armstrong School building. In 1909 the Business Department was moved to the old Mott School, and in September, 1911, was moved to the Phelps building. From 1887 to 1900 the Business Department was under the Supervision of the Principal of the Academic High School, and from 1900 to 1912 was under the super- vision of the Principal of Armstrong Manual Training School. In 1912 its designa- tion was changed to “Department of Business Practice” of the M Street High School, and Mr. William T. S. Jackson made Head Teacher. October 2, 1916, the Business Department was moved to Dunbar High School, and November 1, 1919, Mr. G. David Houston was appointed Head Teacher. When the High School was established a classical and a general course were provided, both four years and elective. The demand for teachers being greater than the supply, from 1877 to 1894, the course of study was shortened to three years but in 1894 the fourth year was restored. In 1895, academic, scientific, English-history, eee nore sd Paes atthe Teens ee in 1924, academic and busi- Maeda aire ewes me ene “epartment of Business Practice was estab- provided, but in 1907 a four-year business course was added, from which graduates: are regularly admitted without prejudice to the Miner Normal School and to other institutions of college grade. Table A GRADUATES FROM ACADEMIC COURSES Academic, | Scientific,| Mid- | Summer 7 June June Year School Year | = fos = — = 2 | ¢€ e| € EI js raiu| ese |e) 38 = ec es Slat pts = a i 1877 3 8 11 1878 5 21 26 1879 0) 10 | ' 10 1880 4 12}... 16 1881 3 UY ee sak 13 1882 3 5), Salsa - a] PRES 8 1883. 0 0 . ayy ( 0 1884 0 1371 Seo S587 an 13 1885 2 26 }|5 ae Sea Ae 28 1886 4 29 ; es bs 33 1887 4 35 ihe Ae (5 -| one 39 1888 10 41 Pe | Ree) ee 51 1889 10 40 233 res | ee 50 1890 11 26 Ge See bash 37 1891 6 55 |.. a boy Ba 61 1892 8 46 |. ae) base) 3 54 1893 7 50 |... Pee a fa 8 he 57 1894 17 GS hy ee. BT 8? us BF 68 1895 24 56 1 0) reed (25, FS E 90 1896 8 19 0 Cah Peta ASM arb 31 1897 11 35 1 5d Peete bo ome 56 1898 7 29 8 33 |... . .. a! 77 1899 5 35 | 13 26 Hie ees eee 6 79 1900 19 30 3 77 ee Re ar be 76 1901 10 31 2 PAT We |b | Re 64 1902 16 42 5 19 Hides 4 a |. 82 1903 19 53 1 Yh A bee (a 102 1904 24 59 2 vif) ape, Poe ee 91 1905 9 56 9 9 a2 bh =O Heo 83 1906 13 GBS fa a (Wal) ees 66 1907 19 49 5 Sy ay Meroe ES 68 1908 25 55 | Babel Pane 80 = 1909 23 67 oot Pe oe 90 a 1910 | 26| 53 | ees Va 79 1911 21 66 : 3 eg 87 1912 33 82 sean) Pa Saal 115 1913 36 78 | en, Ree 114 1914 33 78 path Sy a |r lll 1915 38 62 ae ee | aoe) tL 00)! ig 1916 29 70 |e hss, Proce 99 fe 1917 42 80 Foe Sen (ame Lancer (tue 64 1918 41 81 a . 2 2 126 1919 47 70!) 25 a) oases 3 th 2 1 130 1920 63 77 3 9 | 12 1 165 1921 60 92 5 8 | 9110 184 1922 50 73 4 4 6 | 13 150 1923 51 O42) 02H) atue 10 8 6 8 187 Total | 899 | 2,213 | 45 | 189 | 25 | 36 | 37 | 35 3,479 Among the provisions and innovations Dunba Ts § with 1,500 seating capacity, a large stage, and moving picture facilities; r High School offers are an auditorium a pipe organ; Table B GRADUATES FROM DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS PRACTICE : | Two-Year |Four-Year| Mid- | Summer June une Year | School ier C) 2 Ae ES 2 3 2 €|2 e 2!¢ e 8 |e| 2 3) 8 |s 8 oa ee a a 16 je] ee ay 3 Vad reed) 25 T5410 febes Ae 11 Ailend 33 22 11 3 23] n| 20 ].2: Se 23 rt om 10 Biliess 5 10 iy eee ay 12 LE eee oe 7 5 ae 13 10 |... a 25 11 ee lon es. |taot a 17 Is 301|5. 2 oe an 14 1P2)) ae = 26 13 | Skee . a1 9 Cy as : 17 11 ot | Fa] eee “ee 35 10 Lot eeea bt oased | c [eae « | 25 7 | 12 Mesa eases 2084 19 0 AN 231: 0 : 6 5 10| 6 2 — 23 5 1 0 1 oe ‘ 2 6 + 7 ote 19 0 5 7 5 qos y 17 1 9 2 Gi genes me 18 2 3 4 CA |S] ae 13 1 6 7 Gales nA dS 20 1 5 9 Vie pa 2 22 ENS nisi 2 VO te ed =o 12 3 On re ee a3. 3 [cee 1 4 0 i! x 6 5 13 0 2 2 1 23 13 22 1 3 1 1 41 Uemelarks - 9 20 3 5 1 6 44 256 267 | 74 | 107 4 11 4 8 731 SUMMARY Academic Department of High School | Bus. Practice Total Male | Female! Male | Female Academie Course 899 |-2,213 Scientific Course. . 45 189 Two-Year Course.|....... mabe Four-YearCourse.|.... | rts Mid-Year... 25 36 Summer School. . 37 35 Total 1,006 | 2,473 Total | ¢ A MaMa ARN N NANO MNNNMANONNAMNNNNMMMOOTO S| TAN MMT TD NO Coe oe ole oy five pianos; a large swimming pool; two large gymnasiums, with up-to-date equip- ment and dressing rooms with showers for boys and girls, respectively; modern laboratories and lecture rooms for teaching zoology, chemistry, and physics; spacious and well-appointed library with accommodations for 4,350 volumes; armory and rifle range for target practice; wireless outfit; drawing rooms; 35 class rooms; green house; retiring and emergency rooms; locker rooms with accommodations for 1,500; a lunch room with modern kitchen and seats for 350; and $185,000 has been appropriated to purchase ground adjacent to the school on which to erect a commodious stadium. The accompanying Tables (A and B) show the number of graduates from the Aca- demic High School and the Department of Business Practice, respectively, male and female, from ‘the organization of the High School to June 30, 1923. Vere S4 Im 1888 “instruction in military science was first offered in ‘the high school for colored youth then located in Miner building. On account of insufficient drill space, ununiformed, and with wooden guns, the prospective cadets were required ‘to report once a week at the O Street Armory of the Washington Cadet Corps, which later became the First Separate Battalion, District of Columbia National Guards. Major Christian A. Fleetwood, commanding officer of the Washington Cadet Corps, was the first instructor of the high school cadets. He served for a brief period only, and was succeeded by Captain Arthur Brooks, now retired Lieutenant Colonel, District National Guard, who served as military instructor and drill master from October 15, 1888, to November 30, 1918. Major Edward L. Webster served as military instructor from December 1, 1918, to February 27, 1920; and was succeeded by Major Milton T. Dean, who served from February 1, 1921 to June 380, 1922. September 14, 1922, Captain Edward L. York was appointed military instructor, and December 27, 1922, 1st Lieutenant Orestus J. Kincaid was appointed assistant military instructor. The first public appearance of the high school cadets was in an exhibition drill at Metropolitan Baptist Church in 1892. There was only one company under the com- mand of Captain Albert Ridgeley, and the drill was given to secure funds with which to purchase equipment and to help make up a purse for the military instructor, a salary being unprovided at that time. Under an Act of Congress granting the loan of arms to Colleges and High Schools, the cadets were furnished necessary arms and equipment. Accordingly, November 1, 1892, the colored cadets were formally organized with one company having a mem- bership of 70 boys. Only 59 purchased uniforms, thereby reducing those recruited as follows: Officers—Captain, Louis A. Cornish, Jr.; First Lieutenant, James E, Walker; Second Lieutenant, Benjamin Washington; Third Lieutenant, Marcellus M. Syphax. Non-Commissioned Officers—First Sergeant, Charles M. Thomas; Second Sergeant, Alonzo S. Mitchell; Third Sergeant, Edward Hall; Fourth Sergeant, Charles Tignor, Fifth Sergeant, John George. Corporals—Frank Marshall, George Bowser, Samuel Milton, James Dowling, Sylvester Thomas, Arthur W. Lynch. Privates— Harry Bell, John Bruce, Elias Brown, William Butcher, Henry Bolden, George Baum, Henry Burwell, Everett Brooks, John Brooks, William Brooks, Preston Clinton, Walter Chapman, Edward Davis, Andrew Dorsey, Albert Fields, Loraine Fisher, William Gunnell, Bernard Hartgrove, Charles King, Arthur James, William Miller, Charles Minkins, James Pinn, John Payne, John Quander, Henry Ricks, Daniel Southall, Daniel Spriggs, Robert Scott, James Turner, John Thornton, Joseph Upsher, John Wilkinson, Harry Wilkinson, Herbert Winsy, Richard White, Clarence Wright, Ira Wright, Al- phonso Woodson, Ferman Wormley, Howard Young. 5 ; is Without overcoats, yet undeterred by the morning blizzard and the frigid cold that followed on March 4, 1893, the cadets formed a part of the escort to the out- : F jami ri nd the President-Elect, Grover Cleveland, and going President, Benjamin Harrison, a . a een afterwards marched in the Inaugural Parade. The reputation which the cadets i. established was such that President Cleveland had made a special request that they be a part of his personal escort on that occasion. The cadets also marched F i re President Woodrow Wilson, formed a part of the Guard of face er c earstten of President Waren pe enone and have participated in i large military occasion in Washington. domet ep tece. ae first competitive drill was held in Metropolitan A. M. E. ees between two platoons, the Ist and 2nd Lieutenants commanding, there being only co 1806, a two-company battalion was formed, and the first competitive drill be- tween companies was held at Convention Hall, Major Charles E. Minkins was in com- mand of the Battalion; and the drill was won by Company A, under Captain Henry D. ae 24, 1897, the first field competitive drill was held at the National League Baseball Park, with three companies competing. Major Clarence K. Wormley was in command of the Battalion; and Company B, under Captain Archibald M. Ray, won the drill. In June, 1902, the first inter-school competitive drill between old M Street and Armstrong was held. Major Robert N. Mattingly was in command of the Battalion; and Company B, of old M Street, under Captain Chester H. Jarvis, won the drill. In June, 1917, the first Dunbar company entered the annual competitive drill. Major Earl R. Alexander was in command of the Battalion; and Company E, under Captain Sterling A. Brown, won the drill. May 17, 1918, the 3rd Battalion, for the first time, formed a part of the Wash- ington High School cadet brigade in the annual review on the Ellipse. The brigade was reviewed by Major General Peyton C. Marsh, Chief of Staff, U. S. Army; members of the Board of Education; and District of Columbia officials. In 1920, the 3rd Regiment of High School Cadets was formed with Lieutenant Colonel Mercer W. Cook in command. The 1st Battalion, Dunbar, was under com- mand of Major Charles S. Scott; the 2nd Battalion, Armstrong, was under Major Charles Newsome; and Company B, of Dunbar, under Captain Ralph W. Scott, won the drill. In 1922 the designation of the cadet corps was changed from 3rd to 24th Regiment, High School Cadets. In 1923 the Regiment was composed of 11 Companies—5 Dunbar, 5 Armstrong, and 1 Junior High—and Company B from Dunbar, under Captain Lowell C. Wormley, won the Annual Competitive Drill before the largest and most enthuiastic gathering of colored people ever assembled in Washington. Cadet officerships are awarded through competitive military examination and the U.S. Infantry Drill Regulations is used for instruction, Officers from the regular army and the District of Columbia National Guard serve each year as judges in the annual contests; and the names of the successive command- ing officers, winning Companies, winning Captains and winning Schools are as shown in Table C, Among former officers of the Cadet Corps, dese rving special mention are the late lamented Major James E. Walker, commanding the brave 1st Separate Battalion, District of Columbia National Guard, while stationed on the Border, during the recent Mexican imbroglio; Major Walter H. Loving, organizer of the famous Philippine Con- stabulary Band led the High School Cadets in review before President William Howard Taft on the Ellipse, March 17, 1909; Lieutenant Colonel Benjamin O. Davis who rose from the ranks to his present grade in the regular military establishment of the United States; and Captain Eldridge T. Hawkins, former secretary of the American peesiion epee we tie several years chief of the Liberian Constabulary in Africa. graduates of the Department of Business Practice. Among former Dunbar cadets not alread: or non-commissioned officers in the $ Stewart and Sylvester H. Epps; Minkins, who were with the Amer ly mentioned who served as commissioned - Spanish-American War are Captains Frank R. Lieutenants Raymond A. Jackson and Charles E. ican forces in the Philippines; Gunner John Jordan of the Business Department, who bombarded the enemy in the memorable battle of Manila Bay; and Lieutenant Harry T. Burgess, who followed the Stars and Stripes in Cuba. During the recent Mexican troubles Captains Albert Ridgley, Louis H. Patterson, Clarence C. H. Davis, West A. Hamilton, Arthur C. Newman, Principal of Armstrong Manual Training School, and Lieutenants Benjamin D. Boyd, Thomas J. Abrahams, and Cornelius King safeguarded important stations on the Mexican border. Table C COMPETITIVE DRILL RECORDS School Commanding Officer Winning Winning Captain School Year Company 1891-92 | Capt. Albert Ridgley......... 1892-93 | Capt. Louis A. Cornish. . . 1893-94 | Capt. Chas. M. Thomas. . ..| 2d Pltn. | Lieut. Benj. Washington...) M Street .| 2d Pltn. | Lieut. Chas. E. Minkins...| M Street 1894-95 | Maj. Chas. E. Minkins.... A Capt. Henry D. Burwell...) M Street 1895-96 | Maj. Chas. E. Minkins. B Capt. C. K, Wormley..... M Street 1896-97 | Maj. C. K. Wormley B Capt. Archibald M. Ray...) M Street 1897-98 | Maj. Wm. O. Davis....... Cc Capt. J. O. Montgomery. . 5 1898-99 | Maj. Leon S. Turner... . B Capt. Wm. Brown........ 1899-00 | Maj. Leon S. Turner B Capt. Wm. J. Howard 5 1900-01 | Maj. Walter P. Ray Cc Capt. R. N. Mattingly....| M Street 1901-02 | Maj. R. N. Mattingly... .. B Capt. Chester H. Jarvis...| M Street 1902-03 | Maj. Milton S. Bush... B Capt. Hugh R. Francis. ...| M Street 1903-04 | Maj. Hugh R. Francis. - @ Capt. John H. Wilson... . Armstrong 1904-05 | Maj. Jas. M. Saunders. - D Capt. Arthur F. Albert...) Armstrong 1905-06 | Maj. Henry C. Weeden. Cc Capt. Wm. A. Henderson..| Armstrong 1906-07 | Maj. W. A. Hamilton... A Capt. John R. Pinkett....| M Street 1907-08 | Maj. Sterling O. Fields. A Capt. Edward B. Gray....| M Street 1908-09 | Maj. C. C. McDuffie. . . E Capt. A. A. Taylor. Sere epee 1909-10 | Maj. A. A. Taylor A Capt. W. W. Lawson me at Birt 1910-11 | Maj. Norman I. Ewing. A Capt. Hugh B. Shipley... . “4 wa: 1911-12 | Maj. John C. Woods A Capt. Arthur C. Logan... Bixees 1912-13 | Maj. Arthur A. Dyer... A Capt. Rayford W. Logan...) a 3 reet 1913-14 | Maj. R. W. Reynolds. .. F Capt. Arthur C. Payne. ...| M Street 1914-15 | Maj. Wm. I. Barnes.... Cc Capt. Robert O. Powell. . epee 1915-16 | Maj. William Lewis. . ... B Capt. Lorimer D. Milton | MS tree 1916-17 | Maj. Earl R. Alexander. . E Capt. Sterling A. Brown... res pas 1917-18 | Maj. Sterling A. Brown. . D Capt. George W. Davis. cil aria rong 1918-19 | Maj. Charles Lewis... ..- a B Capt. Ral oh W. Scott... punted 1919-20 | Lt. Col. W. M. Cook.......... K Capt. William B. Mason. unbar “ Maj. C. S. Scott, Ae Be j. G. Newsome, . 1920-21 Let. ib. Dulahy=-oe.e sees Cc Capt. Claude R. Terrell. . . Armstrong Maj. A. ook Hate Maj. S. Blackwell, t. j 1921-22 Lt Cal A. Wells...--.--..- L Capt. Powell F. Allen.....) Armstrong Maj. M. Robnso a eT 1922-23 Lt Gait, aoent oh oe B Capt. Lowell C. Wormley. Dunbar Maj. T. W. Boyde, Ist Bt. Maj. H. phamyely 2d Bt. = Lt. Col. F. A. Gregory.....--+.]-ss22++5 wre ecetae ae Maj. R. H. Mitchell, 1st Bt. Maj. M. L. Tomlin, 2d Bt. Winning Battalion. When the Nation called for loyal and efficient officers to lead her increased armed forces to victory in the World War, in obedient response, Dunbar answered ee Captains Harry O. Atwood, Milton T. Dean, Napoleon B. Marshall, Ulysses G. B. Martin, and Joseph E. Trigg; First Lieutenants William I. Barnes, Frank Coleman, Joseph H. Cooper, Austin M. Curtis, Merrill H. Curtis, Eugene L. C. Davidson, Francis M. Dent, Thomas M. Dent, Edward B. Gray, Thornton H. Gray, kay Sg i C. Hayson, Charles H. Houston, William J. Howard, Campbell C. Jo : rerentas Se Jones, Charles E. Lane, David A. Lane, William W. Lawson, Joseph H. Martin, William Ww. Peebles, Harold L. Quivers, Ellis F. Rivers, Shermont R. Sie Oscar H. Smith, and Louis W. Patterson; and 2nd Lieutenants Richard Banks, William H. Burrell, George C. Hollomand, Ernest C. Johnson, Robert E. Johnson, Walker L. Savoy, James E. Scott, Enos B. Smith, and Vincent B. Thomas. First Lieut. James Reese Europe, former high school cadet color-bearer, Was one of the founders of the Fifteenth New York, afterwards, the 369th ress Infantry, and later organized and directed the famous regimental band, was twice decorated with the Gold Leaf, and finally was sent to the trenches in command of a machine gun company. s The roster of former cadets-who served as non-commsisioned officers and privates in the overthrow of Prussian autocracy is not yet available. Be it known, however, that of the 300 picked colored registrants from the District of Columbia mustered in the Federal Army, on May 16, 1918, and ordered to the training camp at Howard University in Washington, 200 received their first military training as high school cadets and were selected for special draft because of their mental capacity. At a cost of $175, Charles B. Fisher, Alexander Oglesby, John P. Dixon, Alexander Freeman, William H. Smith, Wesley Howard, Louis A. Cornish, Charles Davis, Orisius Smith and Major Christian A. Fleetwood, all veterans of the Civil War, purchased a handsome American flag, and on February 19, 1897, presented it to the high school cadets on behalf of the local O. P. Morton Post No. 4, Grand Army of the Republic. This flag and a diamond studded medal given in 1898 by the teachers of the related schools, are coveted prizes, respectively awarded the successful school and the Captain of the winning Company in each successive Competitive Drill. In September, 1912, Old Glory was presented to M Street High School by the Women’s Relief Corps, auxiliary to the Grand Army of the Republic, having been secured through the thoughtful initiative of Mrs. Julia Mason Layton, a prominent officer in the Corps. This flag is also of richest silk, trimmed with gold fringe, and cost $150. Miss Laura Smith, patriotic instructor of the Corps, made the presenta- tion, and was accompanied to the school by a committee of fifty delegates attending the Women’s Relief Corps convention in Washington. Dunbar also has a Service Flag, commemorating the valor and supreme sacrifice of her gallant sons in the late World War. In its crowded field, 200 and more undim- med stars keep silent vigil, and in mute eloquence attest that their Alma Mater has not labored in vain. As these brave graduates and undergraduates followed the Stars and Stripes for the betterment of humanity and the democracy of the world, other sons of Dunbar patriotically contributed their bit in the gun factory at the Washington Navy Yard, in Governmént munition plants, and the Chillicothe Radio Station, in the Dental and Medical Corps of the Army, and as enlisted men in the Navy. ; As early as May 7, 1917, the girl students of Dunbar became actively interested in Red Cross work, and later organized a Senior and Junior Auxiliary with direct affiliation with the District of Columbia Red Cross Chapter. Giving freely and with- out stint of both time and talent, they made an appreciable number of articles for cantonments, comfort kits, and over seas; and in purchase of Liberty Bonds, Thrift Stamps, and War Savings Certificates, they were not slackers. As ministers and teachers, as doctors and lawyers, in public service and private ee as home makers and community social workers, the graduates of Dunbar I igh School have reflected much credit upon their Alma Mater and the community in general, and it is steadfastly hoped that the youth, both now and in the teeming years to come, who receive instruction and inspiration within Dunbar’s spacious walls may ever lift the standard higher, and render acceptable service i i penat= use fhe © sufficient unto their Alma Mater Words by Anna J. Cooper SEE ates! fear ity = thy raéd— 7s tm m oF ie in agin age in SeljF in the Alla. Ande ants . SS : morn =¥ di — lum in ing fir— Tai Strength-en and heat-en ends ery — ———— = fee Fasr Jusa bisteGod's Justice ree, i —o—— = re peak meee ann aa fe apts PEE Pe ES ss — pt Seas : = ' ae ok Ay Pema at ea 5 ae =e: eee eet i ae 4 Sf ————— | q t ee th. ¥ nsi de vo—ti ie ote honor come dea pone Anes CEL iae Agee Gere Ser vice Dun — bar —plorthe world. Suse ee — Musie by Mary L. Europe Hel ed polo fe poled el fod pela Al Dir rR RRR EEE TAT o ooo OCCT THE YEAR BOOK STAFF Top row, left to right: Lenster Brooks, Susie Tate Middle row: Rudella Gordon, Louise Jefferson, Annette Rhea, Jeannette Tyler, Harvey Bullock, Bernard Alexander Bottom row: William Evans, Sara Moore, John Tolbert, Gertrude Black Dear Book Staff DUNBAR HIGH SCHOOL $ = : el 1924 Editor-in-Chief ....................Sara E. Moore Assistant Editor-in-Chief .......... William H. Evans Business Manager ................. John W. Tolbert Assistant Business Manager ....... Gertrude P. Black Associate Editors: BItOTarYi ada zccseccnchten re va cie Susie C. Tate i Academic Department ............ Rudella E. Gordon el Department of Business Practice ..Jeannette M. Tyler a Alumni ... Bernard A. Alexander Humorous Annetta V. Rhea Committee Chairmen: ACKVities | 7 Wc: een Pease narra Lenster J. Brooks Art and Photographs -Louise E. Jefferson A dvertisingt rr sae e os .-Harvey J. Bullock FACULTY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Mr. J. C. Wright, Chairman Mrs. T. L. Connelly Mr. U. S. G. Bassett Miss J. E. Mustapha Mr. C. 0. Lewis Miss R. L. Nixon Mr. R. Scott Class Motto: Carpe Diem (Sieze the opportunity) Class Colors: Pink and Green Class Flower: Pink Carnation : Senior Roll Call. Alexander, Anna Louise Alexander, Lucille Powell Allen, Hilda Carol Anderson, Elizabeth Jane Anderson, Grace Willard Ashton, Beatrice Nancy Avery, Janet Elizabeth Barnes, Katurah Alma Barton, Mildred Evelyn Belcher, Clara Adele Beldon, Violetta Bell, Edith May Belte, Juanita Katrina Berryman, Lydia Verna Beverly, Nettie Pocahontas Black, Gertrude Priscilla Blackwell, Rosetta Virginia Blackwell, Ruby Teresa Bond, Wenonah Stewart Boston, Mildred Beatrice Bowen, Beatrice Alice Boyd, Beatrice Cornish Bridges, Isabelle Leola “Brooks, Ada Beatrice Brown, Corrine : Brown, Grace Alethia “Brown, Nellie Grace Browne, Ethel Mae Browne, Romaine Willie Browne, Mary Goodrich Bu‘ord, Doris Edith Bundy, Beatrice Virginia Burrell, Emma Minerva Butcher, Jennie Lawrence Chappelle, Catherine La Verne Cleveland, Naomi Mary Clifford, Helen Albertina j Y wy, Y- Y ty LD A eG pp Z 4, Hoe f PW ' ; - +f 2 ' f Y : y 4 : ) q lo, : Coley, Sallie Elnora Cook, Evelyn Elsie Corbin, Devora Montee Cowser, Roselle Crew, America Caroline Davis, Gladys Marie ACADEMIC DEPARTMENT GIRLS Coates, Marvel Josephine Davis, Roberta Lee Dent, Rieda Henrietta Dulany, Julia Dogan Evans, Carolyn Beatrice Evans, Marguerite Helen Fletcher, Lucy Virginia Francis, Ella Cordelia Francis, Velma Viola Mozart Fry, Alice Isabell Frye, Francena Marguerite Galloway, Gladys Gordon Gilmore, Mary Ernestine Golden, Evelyn Bernardette Gordon, Rudella Edythe Greene, Elizabeth Margaret Greene, Mary Florence Elizabeth Harris, Grace Isabelle Harris, Irene Frankie Harrison, Audree Inease Harrison, Evelyn Maewood Hart, Elsie Erlene Hawkins, Ella Carroll Height, Melba Evangeline Anderson Hill, Coralie Adelaide Hoffler, Sadie Netta Holland, Vera Levada Hunter, Dorothy Louise Hunter, Marion Susanne Hunter, Willie Mildred Jackson, Cornelia Belle Graduated in February Jackson, Evelyn Theresa Jackson, Olive Bernice Jefferson, Aldine Mindell Jefferson, Cordelia Elizabeth Jenkins; Edna Louise Johnson, Elizabeth Bertha Johnson, Julia Palmer Johnson, Lucy Morehead Johnson, Mary Jane Ladeveze Jones, Audrey Geraldine Jones, Minnie Leanora Jones, Piccola Berndett Kave, Sara Oneita Gretchen King, Trudell Artence Lane, Alice Armenia + Leake, Henrietta Marguerite Lewis, Catherine Gladys Lewis, Nelline Frances Lyons, Susanna Liverpool Major, Pansy Melvena Matthews, Isabelle Mayer, Edna Rose McKinney, Ethel Thornton McGhee, Marie Meredith, Helen Minerva Mims, Hortense Moore, Sara Elizabeth Morton, Elizabeth Beatrice Morton, Mary Adelaide Moseby, Jennie May Muse, Fannie Muse, Templemae Naylor, Edna Manimia Nelson, Hortense Ursaline Newman, Ethel Ethonia Ody, Anice Pearl Owens, Grace Hilda Parr, Neola Adeline Payne, Helen Katherine Payne, Lucille Gertrude Payne, Pauline Frances Penn, Elizabeth Gertrude Pettross, Alice Roberta Pinkney, Emily Agatha Pinkney, Emma Mary Florence A. Poole, Ruth Louise Powell, Ethel Lantisha Purce, Phoebe Ellen Ralls, Tressa Stella BO Anderson, John Dart Arnold, Edward Guilford Baily, Howard Andrew Banks, Raymond Josep h Baytop, John Gordon Beaubian, Alexander Edward Mason Belcher, Fannin Saffore, Jr. : Graduated in Ransom, Alice Mabel Irena Rhea, Annetta Vera Ridgley, Doris Josephine Robinson, Beatrice Virginia Robinson, Elise McIntyre Robinson, Eloise Gordon Robinson, Julia Vivian Robinson, Thelma Irene Rose, Gladys Juanita Ryce, Charity Bourdett Scott, Lucille Nordica Shaed, Ernestine Pamela Smallwood, Mary Lavinia Smith, Evelyn Alston Smith, Hilda Bradley Smith, Julia Ingrahm Smith, Lucretia Alletta Smoot, Iris Violet Snappe, Willie Rhea Spriggs, Florence Elise Syphax, Lillian McKee Tate, Susie Carlota Taylor, Ruth Beatrix Thomas, Gladys Elizabeth Thomas, Ruth Adolphus Thompson, Gladys Celeste Thornton, Carolyn Anna Thornton, Blanche Maywood Tibbs, Violet LeBerta Tignor, Cornelia Lillian Timmons, Ernestine Hensley Tolson, Rachel Bernice Turner, Pauline Torrine Underdown, Sarah Louise Warren, Gladys Florencia Washington, Lillian Lee Waters, Martha Henrietta Watts, Lilly Mae West, Ruth May Wheeler, Hertha Eunice Alfreda White, Charlotte Elizabeth White, Constance Lavinia Whiteman, Frances Williams, Besshart Wingfield, Ruth Laretta Winston, Melicent Evelyn Wood, Nettie Elizabeth Woods, Evelyn Julia Yerby, Elsie Ys Brooks, Norman Edward Brown, Charles Sumner Brown, Garey Mackey Brown, William Henry Bryson, Clive Theodore Bullock, Harvey Jefferson Carpenter, Marvin Wallace February Chinn, Harold Bruce Collins, John Francis Cotten, Martin Van Buren Davis, William Joseph Dawkins, Wilder Elliott Doetor, William Alexander Edmonds, William Antonia Evans, William Henry, Jr. Freeman, Ross Braxton Gregory, Francis Anderson Hall, Peter Johnson, Jr. Hall, Robert Johnson Harris, Winston Belle Harvey, Thomas Horton Hawkins, Walter Joseph Hawthorne, Eugene Alpheus Henry, Barrington Hill, Leonard Marvin Jackson, Frank Roscoe Jenkins, Joseph Henry, Jr. Johnson, Clarence Donnelly Johnson, Darneal Foster Johnson, Henry Scott Johnson, Leonard Zachariah Jones, Murvin Isaac Kendall, Ellis Albert Langhorn, Joseph Leon Lee, Herman Roland Le Sane, Paul Leonard Lewis, Collins Everett Lewis, Harold Over McDaniel, Reuben McGhee, George Lincoln Martin, Willrowe Miller, Paul Butler Minor, William Morgan Mitchell, Harry Reginald Neale, James Oliver Parker, Leroy Paulinus Payne, Charles Williams Payne, Howard Marshall Penn, Leon Sinclair Price, Kline Armand Randolph, Julius Caesar Reese, Lloyd Reid, Ellsworth William Richard, Henry Terrell Robinson, George Bruce Robinson, Wilbur Clarke Russell, William Bruce Shamwell, James Bernard Sinclair, Hezekiah Amos Skinner, William Henry Slaughter, Nathaniel Crutchfield Smith, Theus Sterling, Albert Dudley Stewart, Oliver Walter Tignor, William Leonard Utz, David Lawrence Walker, Oyama Vontile Welsh, John Austin Whitaker, Ivory Emerson White, Clarence Reede Woodard, Dudley Hadnott Wright, Jesse Elmer Wright, Ralph Clarke DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS PRACTICE Avery, Lillian Mary Barham, Mary Frances Blackburn, Esther Ellen Boarman, Mary Frances Brown, Dorothy Lavora Brown, Ellen Parker fer Clark, Anna Theresa GIRLS Cole, Mary Lillian Banister, Vivian Valentine Datcher, Eutilla Davis, Henrietta Josephine Davis, Rhoda Alexander Dixon, Marie Isabelle Grant, Ethel Virginia Jefferson, Louise Elizabeth Buchanan, Priscilla Odessa Johnson, Ruth Goldie Kemp, Ruth Viree BOYS Moten, Dorothy Josephine Parks, Thelma Hortence Proctor, Madeline Hilda Queen, Edna Cecelia Savoy, Gertrude Sinkfield, Dorothy Louise Tyler, Jeannette Mallory Walker, Izetta Elizabeth _ Wilson, Nannie Alexander, Bernard Augustus Brooks, Robert Eli Ferebee, Riley Julian George, John Samuel Henry, Leon Wheatley Holland, Charles Flamer Hughes, Layard Hillard Jackson, Walter Panell James, Samuel Mair Johnson, Theodore Lancaster, Alonzo Elsworth Meyers, Malcolm Bradley Moore, Clifford Clemont Plater, Archibald Paul Scott, Leonard Armstead Smith, Joseph Taylor, Sigismund Dangerfield Tolbert, John William Graduated in February SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS Top row, left to right: Joseph H. Jenkins, President; Janet E. Avery, Vice-President ; Edward M. Beaubian, Critic Bottom row: Devora M. Corbin, Treasurer; Aldine M. Jefferson, Secretary; Ruth L, Poole, Critic Class Minutes [—— | HE FIRST MEETING of the Senior Class of 1924 was held in the library of 5 | the school. After threats and tears had failed, Joseph Jenkins, assisted by ‘, Mr. Bassett, regained his composure, and waited in silence until the class | came to order. Then Jenkins, who had been our Junior president, told the class that it was there to elect officers. After the expenditure of much time and energy the following officers were chosen: Joseph Jenkins, president; Janet Avery, vice-president; Aldine Jefferson, secretary; Devora Corbin, treasurer; Ruth Poole and Edward Beaubian, critics. Soon after the first meeting of the class the plans for the Year Book loomed in view, and one afternoon in November the Seniors met in the Girls’ Gym at the re- quest of Mr. J. C. Wright, and listened to many interesting detailed plans, concerning the proposed 1924 Liber Anni. At the third meeting of the Senior Class, held in the library late in December, persons were chosen to fill these important offices: class historian, Francis Gregory; class lawyer, Romaine Brown; editor-in-chief of Liber Anni, Sara Moore; and business manager, John Tolbert. Susie Tate, Doris Ridgley, and William Brown were chosen as a Committee on Inter-Class Relations to represent the class when officials were to be consulted. Carolyn Evans was elected class poet; and Cordelia Jefferson, Gladys Thomas, and Ruth Poole were chosen to work on the words and music of the Class Song at the fourth meeting of the class, which was held in Room Seven late in March. ALDINE M. JEFFERSON, E-8 ad i A PRAAT TAVITA ATM] 35 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF ’24 is the title of the book. It is dedicated to “Beloved Dunbar.” As a preface we find: “This book was written for the purpose of recording, in its humble way, the joys, the sorrows, the victo- ries, the defeats, and all the experiences, favorable and adverse, of the Class of ’24.” Let us turn to the first chapter and read: “On September 19, 1920, there filed into Dunbar High School one more group of boys and girls from the grades. Yes; it was only another class taking a forward step in education. Still this class was of particular interest to us for the simple reason that it was our class, and even as ‘peenies’ we resolved to make it the best class Dunbar had ever known. “We experienced our first pangs of sorrow when, in assigning the pupils to sections, comrades and buddies of eight years were separated. This was one of the least of our misfortunes, however, because our lack of familiarity with the building gave us untold trouble. Then the Sophomores, our traditional tormentors made life miserable for us with all sorts of mis-directions, and many licks in the bargain. But we ac- cepted it as our lot with the realization that this sort of thing would last only a few weeks and that we would be the torturers next year. “When the strangeness wore off, our first action was to organize. With Mrs. Haynes as sponsor, we elected Francis Grego ry, president; Janet Avery, vice-president; Rhoda Davis, secretary, and Georgia White, treasurer, “The first number on our program for the year was a moving picture for the benefit of the Red Cross. We next took part in a luncheon to raise money for the Athletic Association and did more to replenish its coffers than ony other class, Our debating team was organized; and in our first engagement we defeated the Class of ’23 Our team then essayed to tackle the Class of ’21, but were vanquished by these worthy Seniors. Our track team easily took honors from the Class of ’23 in the annual Freshman-Sophomore meet. Our next form of entertainment for the school was our rhetoricals, which brought forth much hidden talent in our ranks. “At the close of the year we took part in the farewell ceremonies to Mr. Wilkinson, our principal, who had been promoted to be Assistant Superintendent of Schools. Thus we ended our Freshman year, well satisfied with ourselves, and with high hopes for the future,” The second chapter: “Once more we met and organized; this time a: Janet Avery, president; Paul Miller, Evans, treasurer. “Again we supported a luncheon and movies for i Athletic Association, In the annual debates and Aan Uo acer at nobly. The Sophomore boys did very well in the military examinations aa as ee result we had many non-commissioned officers of hi ¥ 1 y gh rank. an important part in the athletics of Dunbar pupae teams wate ¢ ; s the confident Sophomores, with vice-president; Sara Moore, secretary, and Carolyn Class of ’24, and further added to the fame of the | FE “Our Junior year started off with a rush. We were under the guidance of Miss E. Brown and had as officers, Joseph Jenkins, president; Mary Morton, vice-president; Rhoda Davis, secretary; Jennie Butcher, treasurer, and Beatrice Boyd and Bruce Robinson, critics. “First, there were the military examinations. In these we more than held our own, capturing many desirable offices, both commissioned and non-commissioned. Next followed the campaign for the officers of the Athletic Association. As candidate for president, we had chosen Ellis Kendall, and he was boosted by numerous ‘stump speeches’ from the stage, and by placards tacked up all over the building. But to make a sad story short we lost; however, it was the hardest fought contest in the his- tory of political campaigns. “An evidence of our earnestness was to be found in the Honor Roll which had a larger number of Juniors on it than of any other class. The Debating Club was soon organized, with a Junior as president. In the inter-class debates the Seniors took our scalps, but nothing daunted, we set to work and captured over half of the places on the varsity team. The boys did fine work in basketball, baseball, and track; making things look pretty bright for Dunbar. “This year also witnessed the formation of the first girls’ rifle team, and these fair maidens proved themselves to be excellent shots. “The next thing to claim our attention was the annual Junior-Senior Prom. Here we had our first experience in handling a iarge social function and we soon realized that it was no easy task. All went well, however, and the affair was very successful. “Our third year drew to a close with our hearts joyful at such a successful year and ever loyal to Dunbar.” Slowly, majestically, the pages turn to the final chapter: “We are now the dignified and unreproachable Seniors, conscious of our important position and anxious to live up to its duties and responsibilities. “At the first meeting the class showed its confidence in the abilities of its Junior president, Joseph Jenkins, by electing him for a second term. The other officers were, vice-president, Janet Avery; secretary, Aldine Jefferson; treasurer, Devora Corbin; and critics, Ruth Poole and Edward Beaubian. “After the class organization, the Fleur-de-Lis and Rex Clubs were soon formed. The Fleur-de-Lis is supposed to consist exclusively of Senior girls and the Rex solely of Senior boys, but judging from the pins worn by various pupils in the class there are evidently members of both sexes in each club. “The Class of ’24 is endowed with a good deal of dramatic ability and has tried to do its part in the entertainment of the school. Those of our number who are talented in that direction are hearty participants in the musical life around Dunbar, making up a large part of the Orchestra, the Glee Club, the Special Chorus, and other musical organizations. “The Seniors are ardent supporters of the Debating Society and the Literary Club, are well represented in the Civies and French clubs, and back their activities en- thusiastically. We easily won the athletic campaign, maintained a high standard in athletics, won large representation in the Letter Club; while the Honor Roll for scholarship, has a large percentage of Seniors on it. “The boys of the class are playing an important part in the military life of Dunbar. They secured most of the important positions, both line and staff, in the Dunbar cadet corps. The Officers’ Club, which was soon organized, sponsored an inter-company squad drill; presenting a silver cup to the winning squad. “The girls have been unusually energetic this year; taking part in basketball, baseball, and hiking, and showing a great deal of interest in the girls’ rifle team. “At present, with mingled joy and sorrow, we are beginning to make preparations for graduation in June. And though in a few weeks we shall go forth from the friend- ly shelter of Dunbar, there shall always remain, cherished in our hearts that same love, that same honor, those same indescribable ReneS for her that we have entertained throughout these four well remembered years.” tales Spvends thevtele FRANCIS A, GREGORY Senior Class HMlock Election Evelyn Cook .-Paul Miller . Lillie Watts ..William Russell Louise Jefferson Theodore Johnson ..Roberta Pettross Harvey Bullock Tallest Girl Tallest Boy .. Neatest Girl .. Neatest Boy ... Wittiest Girl Wittiest Boy Serious Girl Serious Boy studious. Gir esters aicia'eloe.di eco ioe « Janet Avery Studious Boy .. ..Joseph Jenkins imide Gir ler etsrcteetstetsesl ss aateietcisiclols: Anice Ody ‘Timid Bo Yau sretsetamelsiae sts s sla!eio's otro. Howard Payne Athletic Girl . ..susie Tate Athletic Boy ..Walter Johnson Baby Girl fieraers 9200 cal ..Lillian Syphax Baby Boy .Francis Gregory Fattest Girl ..Katurah Barnes .. William Brown Elise Spriggs Murvin Jones -Irene Harris Fattest Boy Largest Girl ... Largest Boy ... Smallest Girl Smallest -Boysereera teenie cok Dudley Woodard iDemocratics Girlmereseetee eee ae. Aldine Jefferson Democratic Boy .. ..Peter Hall Ra dicalt® Girle peer eery.cece Doris Ridgley Radicalt (Boyanaeresiroc ce ou cos. Martin Cotten Pessimistic Girl .. ..Grace Harris Pessimistic Boy) syesesa ce esicee ove Walter Hawkins Optimistic! |Girllanesse cade. ass... Ruth Poole Optimistic Boy ...... . Leon Henry Most Talkative Girl .......... ..Sara Moore Most Talkative Boy ......... -.James Neale Class Sheba ........ .-Julia Smith Class: Sheikoseo see ay ..Leonard Hill Slowest ‘Girl guess, .-Ella Hawkins Slowest Boy .. ....Reginald Mitchell Boisterous Girl ..... ....Rieda Dent Boisterous Boy ...... .-Ross Freeman Silent’ Girl Woe sprere i oeie eae Jennie Butcher Silent Boy wiaistal aiefeqstetararencn ten. wea ere Malcolm Meyers Mischievous Girl ... --Cornelia Tignor Mischievous Boy ... Oliver Stewart Never Absent Girl .. Catherine Lewis Never Absent Boy ... --John Tolbert Never Tardy Girl ., Lueretia Smith Never Tardy Boy ... Layard Hughes Modest Girl ...... --Pansy Major Modest Boy ... Popular Girl .. Popular Boy stale aacatcrar at tere Reuben McDaniel sisfata af tieeteraeatt Beatrice Boyd ai eral arc sites ataiarasetatae ci aertne Nathaniel Slaughter ( x ee ADDRESS Let me lay aside my troubles, My mind is vexed from care; Let me think of friends of Dunbar And find consolation there. The ocean is calm today. Just five more minutes and the boat will be pulling out. I wonder who that stately looking fellow wearing the natty uniform is! Captain Ed- ward Arnold! Is it possible? Did he say that the famous Miss Mildred Barton is going to paint this ship as it looks now? Fame is truly hers! Look at that great crowd of people who have reached the wharf too late for the boat. Where are my glasses? Let me see. There are the Misses Lucy Fletcher, Mary Cole, Tressie Ralls, Sally Coley, a— Edna Naylor, Nellie Lewis, Ruth Thomas— Corine Brown, and— I can’t make out the others. They’re too late for the boat! Too late—“The upper deck”? Why, yes, I’ll go. It seems to me that I know these ladies, here. Yes—Constance White, Roberta Pettross, Pauline Turner, Anna Alexander, Hilda Allen—of course I do. And you really are going to Scotland, you say Hilda? I saw Wenonah Bond—I should say Miss Wenonah now—with her “Grand Opera Singers” on the lower deck. They are going to appear in “El Teatro Grande” of Spain, next week, Such luck was come to them! If I get a chance L’ll run down to London to see Violet Tibbs, Grace An- derson, Ethel Newman, and Ruth Poole—and they tell us Julia Johnson, also, is in London. Let us have a word with the captain. What, a train? Conductor, this is a “Western bound train” you say? Yes? Well, I'll sit down then. What’s that on that sign board? “Tignor Brothers—Coke and Coal Corporation, Reading, Pennsylvania.” There’s another!— “Walnut Wood Victrola Companies, NAll over the World!! Ellis Kendall, Manager. Leonard Johnson, Proprietor.” Now and then I do see names I know. “The Homeland Insurance Companies, i: Nashville, Toledo, Savannah, and Tampa. Ivory Whitaker, President, Clarence White, Treasurer.” The train moves so fast! I believe I know that grey-bearded, manly looking old man! Well if it isn’t aie Hervey Bullock! And he is travelling yet! I know some of those modest a ig near him, too: Doris Buford, Millicent Winston, Ada Brooks Elsie Yerby, Evelyn Smith, Alice Lane, Catherine Chappelle, Nettie Woods—I ; cee REED —I wonder where This magazine seems to be good. Let me see who the editor is—Walter Jackson! Sine’ ak ace ahaa this? “John Tolbert, Undertaker and Embalmer, 3210 Soke ite i. tk Vater Shoe Stores, Wetland, Mississippi; Martin Cotten and ns, gers. Dine at Hopeland Restaurant, 2220 Rainbow Avenue; Harold Bailey, Proprietor.” Conductor is this Kalamazoo? Yes? Well, I get off here. And Janet Avery chose to live out here alone! Ah, but what a splendid castle she is living in! How beautiful the rooms. What an admirable library. Guess I'll sketch this list of colored authors while she is preparing the lunch. Will you look! “Poems of Thought and Humor,” by James O. Neal. “My Travels on the South Seas”—Dudley Woodard. “How to Overcome Poverty”—Sara Moore. “Modified Collections of Negro Music”—arranged by Gladys Thomas. “Essays on the Theory of Evolution”—Vivian Jones. “The Raven, and other selections’—by Carolyn Thornton. “The Long, Long Day”—Gladys Galloway. “The Deep, Deep Sea”’—Marie McGee. “Beyond the Evening Star’—Mary Johnson. “The Reality of Christ’—Norman Brooks. “Where Beauty Lies’—William Skinner. “Why the Sun Never Sets”’—Joseph Smith. Never, never did I think that we should produce such literary talent! I hear Sara Underdown is writing plays to be compared with Shakespeare. Edna Mayer has written the most powerful allegory, “The Beggar King,” that has been written for years and years . Francena Fry is writing tragedies. Templemae Muse—Sonnets. Jeannette Tyler—hymns. Oh! Lucy Brown is writing lyrics. But let me sketch the social sheet in the evening paper—What’s this? “Chicago, June 31—The two wealthy old maidens, Misses Anice Ody and Melba Height, are still living on Kringle Avenue. Their pictures will appear in the Sunday issue of this paper.” “Miss Mary Brown is spending the season with Miss Cordelia Jefferson of Topeka, Kansas. Miss White is suffering from shortness of breath, but is still talking.” “Detroit, June 32—The Misses Gladys Rose and Vera Holland will leave Friday for parts unknown.” “Qur dear Miss Beatrice Bowen is preparing to return to her old mission fields jn India where she has been serving for the last ten years.” “Tampa, August 32—Miss Louise Jefferson, better known as Baby Lou, of this city, is visiting her friends in Boston for the season. She is stopping at the residence of the former Miss Grace Harris.” “The Miss Denise McClellen, who lately won the first prize for the best mimeo- graph work in the country, is an honored guest of our city.” A splendid paper. Say, Mary, Doctor Morton! What hospital is this? Doctor MeDaniel’s? Doctor Reuben McDaniel you mean? Well, well! You have quite a few patients, Doctor. There’s Reverend Jessie Wright. What ails him? The Gout! ha! ha! O. And Col- onel Ralph Wright has the Saint Vitus dance? What a pity! Well, he always did study too much. Aren’t the Wrights ng sa Ee? though, Doctor Morton. Miss i ¥ js your head nurse? ou don’t say! Nee ee late me to the Capitol, conductor? Guess I'll take this seat by the window, then. These voices behind sound familiar; they sound like those of Irene Hare ris and Doris Ridgley. Yes. “A swell affair,” they say. “Something new, for Wash- ington society given by Miss Lillian Washington. A reception,” it is, “in behalf of the Reverend Garey Brown and family who have Just returned from the Holy Land. Misses Hortense Mims, Elizabeth Morton, Beatrice Ashton, Sadie Hoffler and Lily Watts will attend. Julia Robinson and Evelyn Woods will appear in very fashionable dresses. Romaine and Grace Brown will wear the latest model dresses of Paris. Hilda Smith, Alice Fry, and Rhoda Davis will be special guests. They have traveled throughout Europe and Asia during the last six years. This Miss Julia Dulany will be an honored guest too. She has won for herself great fame abroad. Major ale liam Russell and Professor Leon Langhorn will wear full dress suits and will—. Oh, I’m so sorry they have to get off here! But that’s going to be some swell affair! So these are the walls of Congress! Goodness! A lady has the floor. Susie Tate of Delaware, the only woman senator in Congress. She really is speaking though! Strong points she is giving as to why the Honorable Joseph Jenkins should be sent as Minister to Chile, and Doctor Francis Gregory to Egypt. It seems as if Doctor Gregory will meet opposition though. The Lower House now. Ha! Ha! President Beaubian should not rap so hard to seat the Honorable Bruce Robinson of Oregon. Representatives Robinson and Paul Miller of Texas seem anxious for the Prohibition question to have a square deal. Lands, I hope they aren’t actually wet. Well, what do I see before me? Is this Dunbar? And is that Rozelle Cowser there scolding a student? Oh, but look! New teachers! Catherine Lewis teaching Algebra! Jennie Butcher, Chemistry! Lucretia Smith, English! Lillian Syphax must be the dean of girls; look how the pupils dodge around her! Lucille Alexander is giving drawing lessons! Say Lucille, who is the new physical training teacher? Mildred Boston? Gracious she works those poor children hard! Well, who is that gentleman in the business office? Sigismund Taylor? Surely not! What has become of Besshart Williams and Emma Armstrong? Teaching English in India? Couldn’t they find positions nearer home than that? Where is the noted Miss Gladys Davis? Paris? Well, I suppose she is as good as ever. And Ruth West, Gertrude Savoy and Cornelia Tignor are living together in a country village? That’s good! Emily Pinkney has suddenly disappeared! What! Frantic over an English teacher? Oh, well! Such is life. I like this new annex, the walls are so charming and. Howard Theatre, the sign says This play reminds me of “The Knave of Hearts.” I know some of the characters, I believe. Give me a program, please. Thanks. Ah, “The Knave of Hearts.” Characters: Mana perenineetta sued acacia cnctre cleraewe closes Howard Payne Ursulagmeucrassae le sn asic: t: .-Gertrude Black Blue Hose ..... bon sn Cnet ac -Eutilla Datcher Yellow Hose . ...Florence Green Chancellonusedctestatacta ae .--.Bernard Shamwell Look here! Oliver Stewart has the part of Pi They certainly play well, though. But look! Heart’s Desire” seems to be in progress! Ross Freeman is evidently the old father Look how easily he calms the family. I believe that’s Walter Hawkins who looks 20 much like a priest. Ethel Brown must be the bride. Beatrice Boyd looks like a little fairy. How evenly she steps and— They are vanishing! Hark! Hark! Listen to the weird strains of music! A fairy song! A fairy ring! Look at their gorgeous dresses and—oh, pshaw! their garments have faded. They stand there in Read apparel. Now I can see them plainly. There’s Elise Robinson, Neola Parr, Is: belle Bridges, Annetta Rhea. Ah, I can see them even better now! ; Rachel Tol: 6 Baith Bell, Charity Ryce, Helen Meredith, Martha Waters, Marion Hunter aca Gee ; ompdebile VIII, King of Hearts! The scene is changed—“The Land of Is it?—Yes! Julia Smith, Elizabeth Greene, Fannie Muse, Eloise Robinson—Heavens! They have mysteriously changed to fairies again. They are singing! They are danc- ing! They are fading away! They’re gone! They’re And who is the pastor of this great temple? There he comes in his sacred vest- ments. He bids us to stand. Who is 2? Can it really be the Reverend Peter Hall? Look. He’s gone into the choir! Surely he has a chorister. Oh, there is the chorister. Professor Leonard Hill to be sure. There’s Reta Dent, Audrey Jones, Leonard Scott, Leon Henry, Emma Burrill and our good friend Lucy Johnson in the choir. Just look at Aldine Jefferson and Ella Francis talking. There, they even failed to put in col- lection for the poor. Who are these two sisters coming in late? Ruth Johnson and Priscilla Buchanan! An aero-ride? Of course I’ll go! Captain Landers, how fast does your plane go? Two hundred and ninety miles an hour? Some plane! And we're crossing Ten- nessee now, you say? Look at that man ploughing there. Drive a little lower, Cap- tain. Let’s frighten him. My goodness! It’s William Brown. Farmer Brown. Ha! Ha! What bathing beach is this? Give me the glasses; let me see. Oh, I know some of the bathers. There’s Coralie Hill, Frances Whiteman, Keturah Barnes, Mary Smallwood. That’s right captain. Keep-a-going. This is the great Pacific Ocean. Let’s go to India, captain. What! Something’s wrong with the motor? You can’t continue? Why did I ever get in here? Oh, Captain, you can’t continue? The engine has stopped entirely! We're falling! The deep! The briny deep! We're lost We're Oh, pshaw I was nearly frightened to death! Just a dream that is all— But ’twas a dream of friends of Dunbar Many, many there I knew, And as sure as I have troubles Surer still this dream’ll come true. DEVORA MONTEE CORBIN, ’24 AP RDIVA ATTEN ewe AAPA AT NRTA EPEAT TTA G Qe paen eee Song of the Student Sing a song of school days, Arms chock full of books. Four and twenty pencils, paper, pens, and hooks; When the school door opens, Classmates start to sing: “Just help me get this physics here, Also this Virgil, won’t you dear? And write that notice by the door, And explain this problem a little more, And sharpen this pencil, and fill this pen, And to the Library turn this in. I fear this trig I’ll never get, I know you’ll have to work it yet; And Oh, while you’re about it, dear, I wish you’d draw this angle here, And read this outline. When you're done, I'll show to you the other one. And won’t you please typewrite this sheet? I’m sure it’ll look more white and neat. This poster should have lots of space— I think it should be in this place. I really hate to ask you, dear, But could you do this experiment here?” And on this goes, in Dunbar High, And other schools both far and nigh, Ad infinitum and more, I’ll say, Just trouble plus from day to day. They say this toil, makes good wise men— I wonder if it is a sin, When as we drudge and pull our oar, To yearn for time, when school’s no more? (Almost) EVELYN SMITH, A-8 mg gy BPR PAPA Pere sf IE { ry i eatery Aa. Se aa -- | SUOIN IS [asnnenRer teen eeer reer eee | i i Rae allel lol eae era ora ay ty. ALEXANDER, ANNA LOUISE—“Owana” Washington, D. C. “Work wins everything.” Quict, unassuming, friendly. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Ath: letic Association. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. ALEXANDER, BERNARD AUGUSTUS— “Peanut” Washington, D. C. Sot how much but how well.” Slow, obliging, reliable, Member of Rex Club; Member of Athletic As- sociation; Won Underwood Bronze Medal in Typewriting. Will en College. To be a Typist-Clerk. ALEXANDER, LUCILLE POWELL—‘Lucinda” Manassas, Va. “Let patience do her perfect work.” Artistic, conscientious, quiet. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Ath- letic Association; Sponsor for Freshman Sec- tion; Member of Art Club; Member of Civics Club; Member of Girls’ Rifle Team. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Drawing Teacher. , HILDA CAROL—‘Connie” Washington, D. C. “To know thyself, is to be educated.” Reliable, unobtrusive, congenial, Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Ath- letic Association; Section Reporter for Dun- bar Ledger; Treasurer of Musie Club, 21. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. ANDERSON, ELIZABETH JANE—“Liz” Washington, D. C. “Give to the world the best you haye and the best will come back to you.” Vain, affable, artistic. ereeidene of Art Club; Member of Fleur-de-Lis ub. To be a Teacher, ANDERSON, GRACE WILLIARD—‘Gracie” St, Louis, Mo. “A thing well done is twice done.” Proud, jolly, musical, Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Physician. ANDERSON, JOHN DART Charleston, S, C. “Johnnie” “Do not wait for the tide.” Critical, slow, argumentative. Member of T k Team; Won Bronze Shoe and “D ; Treasurer of Civics Club: Memer of Rex Club; Member of Letter Club; Mem ber of Athletic Association; Member of De- bating Society. Will enter Howard University. To engage in Journalism. Rifle Team; Member of Honor Club; Won Athletic Letter. Will enter College. To engage in Insurance Business. AVERY, LILLIAN MARY Washington, D. C. “Never put off until tomorrow the thing that can be done today.” Quiet, unassuming, conscientious. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. BAILEY, HOWARD ANDREW Denton, Md. “Tt is right to learn even from a foe. Lgotistic, ambitious, methodical. Member of Rex Club; Member of Civics Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Lawyer. AVERY, JANET ELIZABETH Morgantown, N. C. “Vouloir c'est pouvoir.” Studious, friendly, critical. Vice-President of Freshman Class, '21; Presi- dent of Sophomore Class, 22; Vice-President of Senior Cla Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club ; Member of Li ary Club; Member of Girls’ BANISTER, VIVIEN VALENTINE— Viv” Philadelphia, Pa. “Climb though the rocks be rugged.”” Slow, earnest, non-punctual. Will enter College. To be a Stenographer and Typist. BANKS, RAYMOND JOSEPH— Fay Boy” Washington, D. C. “Do as the Nautilus did, as the years pass— grow.” Care-free, comical, agreeable. Member of Officers’ Club; Member of Civics Club; Member of Rex Club; 2nd Lieutenant, Company F, 1st Battalion, 24th Regiment, H.LS.C, Will enter University of Michigan. To be a Physician. BARHAM, MARY FRANCES—“Ike” Washington, D. C. “Whatsoever thy hands find to do, do it with thy might.” Bookish, quiet, reliable. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Ath- letice Association. Will enter Miner Normal School, To be a Teacher. BARTON, MILDRED BYELYN— Tillie” Washington, D. C. “Aim at the stars and you may reach the tree tops.” Affectionate, artistic, vain, Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Drawing Teacher. BEAUBIAN, EDWARD ALEXANDER MASON— “Eddie” Charleston, S.C. “Find the truth though it is buried deep in the false.” Critical, precise, argumentative. ; President of Dramatic Guild. Will enter College. To be a Lawyer. TTT OOTOT A fhe | BELCHER, CLARA ADELE—“Honey” Washington, D. C, A “Speech is the mirror of the soul, as a man speaks, so he is.” Imiable, dependable, lively. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Chairman of Social Service Committee. Will ent To bea Miner Normal School, Teacher. BELCHER, FANNIN SAFFORE, Jr. Savannah, Fal. “Honor before Tlonors,” Dramatic, modest, affable, Vice-President of Spanish Club; Member of Rex Club; Member of Athletic Association. Will enter Lincoln University. To be a Dentist. BELDON, VIOLETTA—“Vi Pass Christian, Miss. “In the bright lexicon of youth, there is no such word as fail.” Jolly, indifferent, proud, Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. BELL, EDITH MAY— Dingy” Washington, D. C. The world steps aside and lets him pass who knows where he is going.” Fashionable, whimsical, friendly. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter University of Michigan. To be a Physician, BELTE, JUANITA KATRINA—“Dotty Dimples” Washington, D. C. “Non bene pro toto Libertas venditur auro.” Obliging, earnest, agreeable, Member of Senior Girls’ Rifle Club; Membe of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Athletic A sociation, Will enter Howard University. To be a Trained Nurse. 49 BEVERLY, NETTIE POCAHONTAS Tunis, N. C. “Build for character, not for fame. Quiet, ambitious, artistic. Member of Athletic Association: Member of Art Club. Will study Art. To be a Teacher. BLACK, GERTRUDE PRISCILLA—Gert™ Miami, Florida. “Push. pluck, perseverance.” Noisy, studious, athletic. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member. of Girls’ Baseball Team; Member of Girls 3askethball Team: Assistant Manager of Year Book. Will To be a Teacher. | | ACKBURN, ESTHER ELLEN— Es” Washington, D. C. “Smile, and the world smiles with you.” Quick, progressive, alert. Will enter Miner Normal School. snter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. BLACKWELL, ROSETTA VIRGINIA—‘Weenie” Baltimore, Md. “He is a good teacher who follows his own instructions. Obliging, noisy, affable. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. BLACKWELL, RUBY TERESA— Bobby” Washington, D. ©, : “Tt is hot easy to make the most of a little, but it always pays.” Quiet, studious, amiable, Member of the Fleur-de- Lis Club: Member Athletic Association. ee Caan Bember of Will enter Howard Univer: W sity. To be a Teacher, BOARMAN, MARY FRANCES— Franky” Washington, D. C. 7 “Hold on and hold out until the last.” Studious, jolly, agreeable. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School, To be a Teacher. BOND, WENONAH STEWART—‘We” Birmingham, Ala. “After the verb ‘to love,’ ‘to help’ is the most beautiful verb in the world.” Airy, ambitious, conscientious. Secretary of Civies Club; Member of Literar- Club; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Membe of Athletic Association; Member of Debat 1 Society: Member of French Club; Member c Art Club; Sponsor for Freshman Section. Will enter Smith College. To engage in Social Service Work. BOSTON, MILDRED BEATRICE— Bill” Philadelphia, Pa. “It is better to be faithful than famous.” Jolly, friendly, ambitious. Member of Athletic Ass Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. siation; Member 0° BOWEN, BEATRICE ALICE—“Bea” Baltimore, Md. “Apres le pluie, le beau temps.” Conceited, eloquent, friendly. Member of Athletic Association: Member of Civics Club; Member of Literary Club; Mem- ber of Sponsors’ Club; Vice-President of Fleur- de-Lis Club, Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. BOYD, BEATRICE CORNISH—‘Bea” Ww ington, D. C. “Success is the reward of the energetic.” Demure, affectionate, talkative. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member 0° Girls’ Rifle Club; Member of Art Club; Mem- ber of Players’ Guild; Member of Spanish Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. BRIDGES, ISABELLE LEOQLA—‘Bella” New Orleans, La. “Forge ahead.” {mbitious, jolly, dependable. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Ath- letic¢ Association; On Section Honor Roll. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. BROOKS, ADA BEATRICE— A. B.” Washington, D. C. “What's worth doing at all is worth doing XK well.” | Studious, reserved, ambitious, Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. a Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. BROWN, ELLEN PARKER— Pete” Washington, D. C. “Strive not to equal, but to excel.” Silent, studious, reliable. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member oi Girls’ Advisory Council. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. BROWN. GAREY MACKEY Washington, D. ©. “Seeing is believing.” Wischierous, musical, military. Member of Rex Club; Member Dunbar Orches- fra; Captain of Company F, 1st Battalion, 24th Regiment, H.S.C Will enter College, To be a Dentist. BROWN, GRACE ALETHIA—“Gracie™ Washington, D. ©, “Donut stare up the steps te: 2 Staten PS, step up the Haseinating, earnest, reserved. ic Member of Pleur-de-Lis Club ; ; Member of French Club. Lember of Will enter Miner Normal §) hool. To be a Kindergarten Teacher. BROWN, NELLIE GRACE—‘Nell” Anniston, Ala. “After the battle, the reward,” Demure, sympathetic, shy. Member of Civics Club: Member of visory Council; Member of Fleur-de Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. BROWN, WILLIAM HENRY—‘Bill” Edwards, Miss. “Success comes in cans.” Methodical, conceited, dependable. Captain of Company H, 1st Battalion, 24th Regiment, H.C.S,; Member of Rex Club: Mem- ber of Literary Club: Secretary of Officers” Club; Member of Class Debating Team. Will enter Howard University. To be a Physician. BROWNE, ETHEL MAE— Washington, D. C. Eth” “Be still, sad heart, and cease repining. behind the dark cloud the sun is still shining.” Courteous, slow, generous, Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club: Member Civies Club, of Will enter Conservatory of Music, Toward University, T o be a Musie Teacher. BROWNE, MARY GOODRICH Baltimore, Md. “Keep on hopin’ the sun will shine.” Good-natured, carefree, reliable, Member of Athletic Association; Member Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Pharmacist, “Tonnie™ BROWNE, ROMAINE WILLIE Washington, D. C. “Patience achieves more than force.” Comical, efficient, contented. ot Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Writer of Class Will. Will enter Conservatory of Music, ILlowar University. To be a Music Teacher. 53 PRE ee eral Toole ooo oo ala SITIeUIe,. ee eee , BUCHANAN, PRISCILLA ODESSA—‘Sister” 14 ngoula, Miss. “Think overtime, work full time, talk par time and complain no time.” Comical, studious, friendly. Will go to work. To be a Stenographer and Typist. BUFORD, DORIS EDITH— Dot” East Orange, N. J. “Be sure you are right, then go ahead.” Friendly, vain, musical. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Music Teacher. BULLOCK, HARVEY JEFFERSON—‘Jeff” Asheville, N.C, “Simplicity. Sincerity and Service.” Literary, ambitious, alert. Member of Rex Club; Member of Civies Member of Glee Club; Member of Chorus; Member of Athletic Association: Susiness Manager of School Boys’ United Aid Society. Will enter College. To be a Teacher. BUNDY, BEATRICE VIRGINIA— “Bee” Washington, D. C. “Lift as you climb.” Congenial, achimsical, musical. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Conservatory of Music, Howard University. To be a Musie Teacher, BURRELL, EMMA MINERVA— Midge” Washington, D. C. Quiet, unconcerned, amiable. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. CLEVELAND, BUTCHER, JENNIE LAWRENCE Washington, D. Cc, “He who does his best does well,” Modest, studious, sloir, Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Dra- matie Club; Treasurer of Junior Class, '23. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. CHAPPELLE, KATHERINE LA VERNE—“Judy” Greenville, Miss. “I am the Master of my Captain of my Soul.” Fate, I am the Courteous, dependable, earnest. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club: ing Clnb; Member of Girls’ Member of Hik aseball Team. Will enter Howard University. To be a Teacher. CHINN, HAROLD BRUCE— Chinny” Norwich, Conn. “Ad finem per difficulties.” Sleepy, earnest, congenial. Member of Rex Club; Member of Athletic As- sociation: Member of Boys’ Glee Club; Mem- ber of Track Team. Will enter Howard University. To be a Pharmacist. NAOMI MARY— Nonie” D. C. “Little by little all tasks are done, So are the crowns of the faithful won,” Washington, Congenial, obstinate, happy. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Athletic Association;. Member of Special Chorus; Member of Girls’ Rifle Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Teacher. CLARK, ANNA THERESA—“Tee” Baltimore, Md. “Great is the force of habit.” Earnest, accommodating, dreamy. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Stenographer. Ieee ewe eae eee eee eee epee eel ele ol el el fclpoy CLIFFORD, HELEN ALBERTINA—“Hellen” Washington, D. C. “A sound mind in a sound body.” Quiet, modest, affable. Member of Athletic Association; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. COATES, MARVEL JOSEPHINE — “Zunie” Washington, D. C. “Fortune makes friends, misfortune tries them.” Friendly, content, jolly. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter To be a Phy ent College. cal Training Teacher. COLE, MARY LILLIAN— Lill Rockville, Md. “Keep your eyes open.” Friendiy, fascinating, fickle. Will enter College. To be a Stenographer and Typist. COLEY, SALLIE ELNORA—‘Ell” Fremont, N. C. “Tf not true dou’t say it; if not right don’t do it.” Barnest, fidgety, talkative. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Ath- letie Association; Member of Civics Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. COOK, EVELYN ELSIE— Eyeline” Washington, D. Cc. “Do that which is assigned you and you can not hope too much or dare too much.” Earnest, plodding, amiable. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. Eee OOOO wee eee elle eel ole lee el cols Xe CORBIN, DEVORA MONTRE— Bo Bo Cologne. Va. “If I cease becoming better, I shall soon cease being good.” Studious, poctical, slow. Member of Athletic Association: Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club: Prophet of Senior Class: Treasurer of Senior Class. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. COWSER, ROSELLE Dillon, S. C. “Expect everything and some of it will happen.” Alert, friendly, dramatic. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Dramatic Club. Will enter College. To be a Teacher. CREW, AMERICA CAROLINE—‘Hooks” Easley, 8. C. “Experience is a dear school, but fools will learn in no other.” Obliging, congenial, quiet. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Literary Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. DATCHER, EUTILLA Anderson, 8. C. “Never despair.” Studious, friendly, quiet. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher, DAVIS, GLADYS MARIE—“Tuggy” ston, Pa. “Music hath charms to soothe the savage breast. Fickle, musical, friendly. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter College. To be a Musie Teacher. DAVIS, RHODA ALEXANDRA Washington, D. C. “Variety is the spice of life.” Friendly, obliging, ambitious. Secretary of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Sponsor for Ireshman Section; Secretary of Freshman Class 21; Secretary of Junior Class '23. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. DAVIS, ROBERTA I Washington, D. “Robbie” “Noblesse oblige.” Von-punctual, jolly, polite. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Civies Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Teacher. DAWKINS, WILDER ELLIOTT St. Helena Island, S. C. “Aim for the highest and be not content till this is reached.” Egotistic, artistic, kind, Member of Civics Club; Member of Rex Club. Will study Music. To be a Teacher. DENT, RIEDA HENRIETTA— Pola” Montreal, Canada. “Learn as if you were going to live forever; live as if you were going to die tomorrow.” Ajfectionate, boisterous, indifferent. Member of Fleursle-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. DOCTOR, WILLIAM ALEXANDER— “Snake Doctor” Warrenton, Va. “Onward and Upward.” Congenial, comical, frank. Member of Athletic Association. Will enter College. To be a Physician. DULANY, JULIA DOGAN—“Jewel” Alexandria, Va. “A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men.” Linguistic, friendly, airy. Member of Lite Club; Member of Hiking Club; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Athletic Association. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. EDMONDS, WILLIAM ANTONIA— Pinke Winston-Salem, N. C. “Tras los anos yiene el juicio.” Kind, comical, musicat. Will enter Howard University. To be a Physician. EVANS, CAROLYN BEATRICE—“Lyn” Washington, D. C. “The past and the time to be are one, and both are now.” Poetical, demure, reliable. Treasurer of French Club: Member of Liter- ary Club; Vice President of Honor Club; Mem- ber of Athletic Association. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. EVANS, WILLIAM HENRY, Jr.— Bill” Washington, D. C. “Acompante con los buenos y seras uno de ellos.” Kind, comical, carefree. Member of Rex Club; Member of Glee Club; Member of Special Chorus. Will enter Howard University. To be a Pharmacist. FEREBEE, RILEY JULIAN | Currituck Court House, N. C. “Honesty first, then business and service. Literary, studious, earnest. Member of Rex Club. Will enter Law School. To engage in Business. a ATARI AUUUARUTUUNUAIP IAA eae a FLETCHER, LUCY VIRGINIA—‘Lee” Bowie, Md. “Be not weary in well doing.” Spasmodic, affable, quiet. Me Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. y of Fleur-de-Lis Club. FRANCIS, ELLA CORDELLA Washington, D. C. “Onward and Upward.” Slow, quiet, friendly. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Teacher. FRANCIS, VELMA VIOLA MOZART—‘Vi Washington, D. C. “Today anchor. e launch, but where shall Jolly, obliging, contented, Member of Athletic Association; Member Flenr-de-Lis Club, Will enter Howard University. To be a Teacher. FREEMAN, ROSS BRAXTON Washington, D. C. “Work wins everything.” Boisterous, congenial, contented. Member of Rex Club, Will enter Howard University. To be a Dentist. FRY, ALICE ISABELL— Al” Washington, D. ©. “Procrastination is the thief of time.” Stylish, dre amy, amiable, Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member Spanish Club, Member of Athletic Association. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a we of of GALLOWAY, GLADYS GORDON Washington, D. G “Strive to Sueceed.” Studious, musical, reliable, Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Conservatory of Music, Howard University. To be a Music Teacher, GILMORE, MARY ERNESTINE—“Ernestine” Chester, S.C. “Yesterday's errors, let yesterday cover.” Slow, friendly, modest. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club: Member of Special Chorus. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. GOLDEN, EVELYN BERNARDETTE—‘Goldie” Fredericksburg, Va. “With all thy getting, get understanding.” Frank, cute, dramatic. Member of Literary Circle; Member of Fleur- de-Lis Club; Member of Dramatic Club; Mem- ber of Special Chorus. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. GORDON, RUDELLA EDYTHE—“Rudy” Birmingham, Ala. “Even though I never reach the height to whi ch my heart and soul aspire, by keep- ing at it day and night I cannot help but rise higher.” Literary, proud, ambitious. Member of Civies Club: Member of Fleur-de- Lis Club: Member of Literary Club; Member of Athletie Association; Member of Special Chorus: Member of Girls’ Advisory Council. Will enter College. To be a Teacher. GRANT, ETHEL VIRGINIA—‘Jimmy” Middleburg, Va. “Service.” Quiet, retiring, conscientious. Member of the Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. [es Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. Lis Club, NE, MARY FLORENCE ELIZABETH— “ling” Bushwood, Md. GREE. “Rough is the road that leads to success.” ial GREENE, ELIZABETH MARGARET—Old Dear’ Savannah, Ga. “No excellence without labor.” Gentle, contented, sympathetic. Member of Civies Club; Member of Fleur-de- Wethodical, prim, reserved. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. GREGORY, FRANCIS ANDERSON Harrisburg, Pa. “Ne quiottez jamais le chemin de la vertu et de Vhonneur; est le seul moyen (d'etre heurens.” -liert, polite, military. Lieutenant Colonel, 24th Regiment H.S.C.: Member of Rex Club; Member of Literary Club; Critic of French Club; Member of Officers’ Club; Member of Athletic Association ; Member of Debating Club; Won honorable mention in Nation-Wide Oratorical Contest. Will enter College. To be an Electrical Engineer. HALL, PETER JOHNSON, Jr.—‘Pete” Charleston, S. C. “Esse auxilio humanitati.” Comical, frank, accommodating, Member of Le Circle Francais; Member of Rex Club, Will enter University of Michigan. To be a Physician. HALL, ROBERT JOHNSON— 3obby” Charleston, S. ©. “Pugna et vince.” Quick, polite, indifferent. Member of Rex Club; Member of Glee Club ; Member of Radio Club; Member of Science Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Physician. HARRIS, GRACE ISABELLE Washington, D. C, “Well begun is half done.” Talkative, affectionate, dependable. Member of Civies Club; Member of Fleur-de- Lis Club; Member of Athletic Association, Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher, A) HAWKINS, ELLA CARROLL Chevy Chase, Md, “Facta non yer Silent, conscientious, kind. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Special Chorus; Member of Girls’ Rifle Club. Will enter School of Domestic Art, To be a Dressmaker. Ce HAWKINS, WALTER JOSEPH—'‘Hawk” Birmingham, Ala. “Ideals lure me on, time brings new op- portunities.” Slow, earnest, congenial. Member of Boys’ Glee Club; Member of Spec- ial Chorus; Member of Rex Club Will enter Howard University. To be a Pharmacist. HEIGHT, MELBA EVANGELINE ANDERSON Washington, D. C. “If you're patient, you'll prevail Work ofttimes wins when talents fail.” Modest, bashful, friendly. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Players’ Guild. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. HILL, CORALIE ADELAIDE—‘Hazel” Ashton, Md. “Govern your passions, otherwise they will govern you.” Noisy, affectionate, contented. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. 63 HOFFLER, SADIE NETTA— “Muggins” Washington, D. C. “Banish idleness from you.” Fidgety, sympathetic, indifferent. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Athletic Association. Member of Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. HOLLAND, Dallas, VERA NaC: LEVADA— Ploogy” “Value the friendship of him who stands by you in the storm.” Kind, affectionate, earnest. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher, MUGHES, LAYARD HILLARD—“Spoofty” Paris, Ky. “Don't pay too much for your whistle. Kind-hearted, musical, congenial. of Member Will go to Colles To be a Musician, Rex Club. HUNTER, DOROTHY Washington, D. C. “Look up and lift up.” LOUISE— Bobby” Jealous, nervous, amiadle. Member of Athletic Association. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. HUNTER, MARION SUSAN Orange, N. J. “Build not for fame but for character.” Studious, quiet, friendly. —“Baby” Member of Spanish Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. JACKSON, CORNELIA BELLE Stanford, W. Va. “We can’t all do everything.” Quiet, earnest, retiri “Bootsy” ng. Member of Spanish Club; Member of Special Chorus. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher, JACKSON, EVELYN THERESA Washington, D.C. “Esse quam videri.” Versatile, sportive, jolly. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School, To be a Teacher. JACKSON, FRANK ROSCOE—‘Jack” Washington, D. C. “Shoot at a Star.” Studious, critical, reliable. Member of Rex Club; Member of Spanish Club; Member of Athletic Association. Will enter Howard University. To be a Pharmacist. JACKSON. OLIVE BERNICE— Bobbie” Falls Church, Va. “Keep your face to the sunshine and the shadows will fall bebind.” Ambitious, friendly, affectionate. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Girls’ Rifle Club; Member of Athletic Asso- ciation. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. JEFFERSON, ALDINE MINDELLL—“Deenie™ Washington,, D. C. “Necessity knows no law.” Talkative, spasmodic, congenial. --de-Lis Club; Member of cretary of Senior Class. Member of Fl Literary Club; Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. JEFFERSON. CORDELIA ELIZABETH— “Dimples” Chesapeake Beach, Md. “Life is a garden, We the Workers, na It’s what “we make it, Are we Shirkers? liniable, ambitious, literary. Member of Special Chorus; Member of Lit- erary Club; Member of Girls’ Rifle Club; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Girls’ Advisory Council; Graduated in three and a half years. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. JE ‘FERSON, LOUISE ELIZABETH— “Baby Lou” Washington, D. C, “Where there's a will, there’s a way.” Witty, boisterous, efficient. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club: Member of Athletic Association; Member of Spanish Club; Member of Special Chorus; Member of Rifle Team; Art Editor of Year Book, ’24; Won first prize in Galt Prize Essay Contest. Will enter College. To be a Drawing Teacher. JENKINS. EDNA LOUISE Washington, D. C. “Ed” “Education is an ornament in prosperity and a refuge in adversity.” Quiet, earnest, affable. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club, Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher, JENKINS, J¢ ISEPH HENRY, Jr.— Joe” lyn, N.Y 1S ce que dois, advienne que pourra.” Studious, bashful, congenial, Quartermaster, 24th Regiment, T.S.C.; Mem- ber of Dunbar Honor Club; Member of Rex Club; Member of Le Cercle Franeais : amber of Officers’ Club, rancais; Member Will enter Hamilton Cc ollege, To be a Physician. JOTINSON, CLARENC Washington, D, ¢ E DONNELLY—“B uddy” “A mal tiempo bueno cara.” Witty, dramatic, carefree. iness Manager Club; Memb: Will enter Howard To be a Pharmacist, of Rex Club; Member of er of Special Chorus, University. JOHNSON, DARNEAL FOSTER—‘Don” Pittsburgh, Pa. “Safety First.” Unassiuining, friendly, military. Member of Rex Club; 2nd Lieutenant, Com- pany A. Ist Battalion, 24th Regiment, IT.S.C. Will enter Howard University. To be a Dentist. JOHNSON, LUCY MOREHEAD—‘Lou” Durham, N. C, “All things come to him who waits.” Sympathetic, boisterous, friendly. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Tloward University. To be a Trained Nurse. JOHNSON, MARY JANE LADEVEZE—“Mannie”™ Augusta, Ga. “Aucun chemin de fleurs ne conduit a la gloire.” Studious, quiet, amiable. Member of Literary Club; Member of French Club; Member of Girls’ Rifle Club; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. JOHNSON, RUTH GOLDIE Washington, D. C. “Tle who fights and runs away, will live to fight another da y.” NSedate, friendly, studious. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. JONES, MURVIN ISAAC—“Tony” Waverly, Va. “Deal Justly!” Earnest, non-punctual, friendly. Member of Rex Club. Will enter College. To be a Minister. JONES. PICCOLA BERNDETT—“Pinny”™ Clinton, Md. “Give many thine ear, but few thy voice.’ Dependable, kind, optimistic. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be an Elocutionist. KAVE SARAI ONEITA GRETCHEN—“Neet” Washington, D. C. “Facta non Verba.” Congenial, modest, dependable. Member of Rifle Tenm; Member of Fleur-de- Lis Club; Member of Civics Club; Member of Athletic Association. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. KEMP, RUTH VIREE—“Roots” Culpeper, Va. “Let success be your aim.” miable, curefree, contented. Will enter Miner Normal School, ‘To be a Teacher. KENDALL. ELLIS ALBERT— “Abie” Marvell, Ark. “Reward comes to the hard worker,” Athletic, argumentative, congenial. Member of Letter Club: Member of Rex Club. Will enter College. To be a Physician. KING, ‘'TRUDELL ARTENCE—: “Dolly” Washington, D, GC, “He conquers all who conquers self. Friendly, talkative. kind. Member of Pleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. Ses eee eS ESI a aaa yaaa d sl A] (seeeeeee LANCASTER, ALONZO ELSWORTH—“Gogles” Washington, D. C. , “Succeed regardless of obstacles.” Quict, bashful, accommodating. Member of Athletic Association; Member of Rex Club. Will enter College, To be a Dentist. LANGHORNE, JOSEPH LEON— Lit” Washington, D. C. “By bending, the truest sword is known.” Military, boisterous, friendly. Captain Company A, 1st Battalion, 24th Regi- ment, H.S8.C.; Vice-President of Rex Club: Vice-President of Officers’ Club; Member of Basketball Team. Will enter Howard University. To be a Pharmacist. fA MARGUERITE— LEAKE, HENRII -aquita’ Washington, D. C. “Do not squander time.” Affable, talkative, ambitious, Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Graduated in three and a half years. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. LEE. HERMAN ROLAND Mobile, Ala. irpe diem, periculum in Mora est.” Studious. egotistic, kind. Member of Rex Club; Member of Civies Club ; Member of Literary Club, Will enter Howard University. To be a Dentist. LE SANE, PAUL LEONARD— Kid Joe” Chadbourne, N, C. “The man who sticks will win.” Quiet, generous, dry. Member of Rex Club. Will enter College. To be a Lawyer. ” REIeeIeIeeIaIa AA LEWIS, CATHERINE GLADYS— Cats” Washington, D. C. “Labor omnia vincit.” Friendly, studious, modest. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Spanish Club; Member of Lite 2 Tub ; Member of Art Club; Member of Girls’ Rifle Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. LEWIS, COLLINS EVERETT Washington, D, C. “Always strive for the highest.” Quiet, conscientious, square. Member of Rex Club. Will go to College. To be a Physician. LEWIS, NELLINE FRANCE Washington, D. C. “Labor omnia vincit.” Friendly, talkative, studious. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School, To be a Teacher. LYONS, SUSANNA LIVERPOOL—‘Suzie” Washington, D. ©, “One thing is forever good, that one thing is success,” Non-punctuat, Triendly, earnest. Member of Pleur-de-Lis Club, Will enter Conservatory of Music, Howard University. To be a Music Teacher, NIEL, REUBEN—“Steaming” irfax, Va. “Studia in mores.” Studious, bashful, accommodating. Member of Rex Club, Will enter Howard University, To be a Physician, z Saal osol ole ala Tel aed Ae McGHER, MARTE Carrollton, Ga. “Qui capit, facit.” Studious. friendly, plodding. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club, Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher, MAJOR, PANSY MBELVENA “Chumtie” St. Matthews, 8. ©. “Vineit qui se vincit.” Reserved, dramatic, dependable. resident of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of ries Club; President of Literary Club; On General Honor Roll. Will enter Professional School. To he a Masseuse. MAYER, EDNA ROSE— Redua” Rome, Ga. “To live most and serve best.” Vain, affectionate, congenial. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter College. To be a Teacher. MEYERS, MOLCOLM BRADLEY Beaufort, S. C. “If I rest, I rust.” Quiet, bashful, business-like. Member of Rex.Club; Won two prizes in Com- pany K, 1st Battalion, 24th Regiment, H. S. C. Will go to College. To be a Pharmacist. MILLER, PAUL BUTLER— Monk” Washington, D. C, “T see and aim satisfied.” Sarcastic, talkative, friendly. Member of Debating Tear I, 23; Mem- her of Dramatic Player Vice-President of Sophomore Class, '22; Member of Dunbar Debating Society; Member of Rex Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Lawyer. PRAT IUTIAT ITNT UA ROOTS TTA ATTA 71 el Cae o selec eee ole) “Tordy” MIMS. HORTE Shreveport, La. “No one treads on me with impunity. Fidgety, dependable, talkative. Member of Civies Club; Member of teary Club; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Membe of Athletic Association. Will enter Howard University. To be a Physician. MITCHELL, HARRY REGINALD—“Reggie” Washington, D. C. “There's always room at the top.” Friendly, military, deliberate. Captain Company F, 1st Battalion, 24th Regi- ment, TS.C,; Member of Rex Club; of Officers’ Club; Member Member of Letter Club. Will enter College. To be a Dentist. MOORE, SARA ELIZABETH—“Buster” Culpeper, Va. “AIL work bears a lovely face.” Studious, jolly, critical. Member of Dunbar Honor Society ; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Athletic Association. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. MORTON, ELIZABETH BEATRICE— Hanover, To the brave and faithful, nothing is dif- ficult.” Modest, friendly, playful. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher, MORTON, MARY ADELAIDE Washington, D. ©. “Que ne risque rien n'a rien,” Studious, friendly, quiet. On General Honor Roll; Member of Fieur-de- Lis Club; Member of Honor Club; President Girls’ Advisory Council; President of Latin Club. Will enter College. To be a Physician, MOSEBY, JENNIE MAY—“Dearie”™ Washington, D. C, “Be friendly toward all.” Selfish. noisy, capricious. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Basketball Team. Club: Member of Ava attend Sargent School of Physical Educa- 1on. To be a Teacher. MUSE, TEMPLEMAE Leesburg, Va. “At spes non fracta.” Athletic, friendly, playful, Member of Fileur-de-Lis Club; Member of Spanish Club; Member of Gir Baseball Team: Captain of Senior Girls’ Rifle Team. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. NAYLOR, EDNA MANIMIA Washington, D. C. “Facta non verba.” Friendly, talkative, studious. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter College. To be a Teacher, NEWMAN, ETHEL ETHONIA Youngstown, Ohio. “Rely Demure, on yourself.” earnest, dependable. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Lit erary Club; Member of Girls’ Advisory Coun- cil. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. ANICE PEARL—‘Niecy” ushington, D. C. “Kind words turneth away wrath.” Modest, nervous, friendly. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Players’ Guild. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. Club; Member of PARKER, LEROY PAULINUS—‘Lee” Gera, Va. “En la vida vale m saser bueno que rico.” Quiet. carnest, friendly. Member of Athletic Association; Member of School Boys’ United Aid Club; Member of Spanish Club; Member of Rex Club. Will enter Lincoln University. To be a Teacher. PARKS, THELMA HORTENCE— Tillie” Washington, D, C. “IIe prayeth best who loveth best.” Dependable, lively, congenial. Member of Spanish Club; Member of Athletic Association. Will enter Miner Normal School, To be a Teacher. PAYNE, CHARLES WILLIAM—‘Pat” Washington, D. C, “Be prepared always.” Courteous, unconcerned, alert. Member of Athletic Association; Member of Rex Club, Will enter Iloward University. To be a Pharmacist. HELEN KATHERINE ashington, D. C, “Nothing is impossible.” Irtistic, content, playful. Member of Athletic Association; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Art Club; Men- ber of Special Chorus. Will enter College. To be an Interior Decorator. PAYNE, HOWARD MARSHALL Washington, D. ©, “Le ciel taidera; toi aide.’ Military, ambitious, nervous, Member of Rex Club; Member of Ofticers’ Club; Member of French Club; Member of Literary Club; Captain. Company RB, Ist Bat- talion, 24th Regiment, H.S.c. Will enter College. To be a Physician. � LUCILLE GERTRUDE— Lu” shington, D, C. “Rule your mind, it is your master.” Studious, modest, friendly. Won first prize in Zoology; Member of Fleur de-Lis | Club; Member of Girls’ Advisory Coun- cil; Vice-President of Latin Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. PAYNE, PAULINE FRANCES—“Paul” W hington, D. C. “Fear not to stand alone.” Fidgety, uneoneerned, congenial. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher, Will enter College. To be a Teacher, el PETTROS ALICE ROBERTA New York, N. Y. “A chaque jour sa tache.” Ntudious, silent, retiring. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; On General Honor Roll, PINKNEY. EMILY AGATHA— Emma” Atlantie City, N. J. “Do your duty at all times.” Friendly, nervous, talkative. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. Brandywine, Md. “Ad astra per aspera.” Versatile, talkative, friendly. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Special Chorus; Member of Literary Club. Will enter Howard University Conservatory of Music. To he a Teacher. PINKNEY, EMMA MARY FLORENCE ANVERGIL— Midget” | : Dip ORcRR APRA URNA PTCA 75 day.” Studious, quiet, earnest. Member of Rex Club. Will enter College. To be a Teacher, PLATTER, ARCHIBALD PAUL Washington, D. C. “Time and hour run through the roughest POOLE, RUTH LOUISE— Woof” Washington, D. C. “Make stumbling blocks stepping stones.” Musical, precise, unconcerned. Member of Civies Club; Member of Fleur-de Lis Club; Member of Athletic Association Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher, POWELL, ETHEL LAUTISHA— Peggy” Falls Chureh, Va. “Beware of affectation. -Irtistie, dependable, friendly. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Special Chorus; Member of Art Club; Member of Dramatic Guild. Will enter Conservatory of Music, Howard University. To be a Musie Teacher. PRICE, KLINE ARMAND— Klink” Washington, D. C. “La parole est (argent, le silence est d'or.” Friendly, carefree, childish, Member of Rex Club; Member of Glee Club; Graduated in three and a halt years. Will enter Howard University. To be a Chemist. PURCE, PHOEBE ELLEN—“Febes” Louisville, Ky. “Eyer © Onward.” Proud, studious, gleeyal. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Civies Club; Member of Spanish Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher, Be ee fe eI fo he ee eo fe fa fe fee ef ee ee ooo lel ope ISN Ceol fed Nel od elo) od ed pele od ode al ode od ee co ep od (Anne o anne poe REE RRA ROPRRRRRRAMRRRRRTTT z Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. RANDOLPH, JULIUS CAESAR—“Jew Baby” Graniteville, S.C. “To conquer you must keep on struggling.” Earnest, business-like, friendly. QUEEN. EDNA CECELIA—“Eddie” Washington, D. C. “Be satisfied with nothing but your best.” Quiet, congenial, modest, Member of Rex Club; Member of Glee Club; Member of Athletic Association; Member of Baseball Team. Will enter Howard University. To be a Physician, RANSOME, ALICE MABEL IRENE—‘Maybee” Pomonkey, Md. eae = “The work proves the workman.” Studious, unconcerned, affable, Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher, REESE, LLOYD—“‘Jumpy” Newman, Ga. “Keep a-plugging away.” Studious, plodding, silent. Member of Rex Club; Member 24th Regiment- al Band, H.8.C. Will enter Howard University. To be a Dentist. REID. ELLSWORTH WILLIAM Norfolk, Va. “Neyer let the same bee sting you twice.” Bashful, friendly, childish. Member of Rex Club; Member of Glee Club. Will enter Howard University. To he a Teacher. | ig ATU ITT AWTVATNTI TAIT AAA TRANCE S) Dinan RRRRERRRBBO RHEA, ANNETTA VERA— ‘Speedola” Washington, D. C. “Every cloud has a silvery lining.” Witty, frank, dependable. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher, RICHARD, HENRY TERRELL Oak Park, Va. “Astra costra numen lumen.” Quiet, reliable, earnest. Member of Civies Club; Member of Literary Club; Member of Rex Club; Won letter in Baseball. Will enter Howard University. To be a Dentist. RIDGLEY, DORIS JOSEPHINE—‘Jo” Annapolis, Md. “Believe a cheer. your mission, greet life w th Barnest, inquisitive, pious, Member of Literary Club; Member of De- bating Society; Member of Athletic Associa tion; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Sponsor for Freshman Section. Will enter Howard University. To be a Physician. ROBINSON, BEATRICE VIRGINIA—“Bea” Washington, D. C. “Do unto others as you woulda they should do unto you.” Musical, versatile, festive, Member of Special Chorus: Member of ish Club; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School . To be a Teacher. Span- ROBINSON, BLOISE GORDON—“Wese” Bennings, D. C “Nothing beats a trial but a failure.” Studious, ambitious, independent, Member of Spanish Club ; Member tirls’ Advisory Council; ae 18s SVB Graduated in Three Years Will enter College. To be a Teacher. 78 ROBINSON, GEORGE BRUCE Washington, D.C. “Nothing is So bad that it conld not be Worse ; nothing is so good that it could not be better.” Military, avitty, dependadie. Quartermast vr Ist Battalion, 24th Regiment, HLS.C.s dent of Rex Club; Member of Athleti ssociation; Secretary of Literary Club: Member of French Club: Member of Debating Society. Will enter Williams College. To be a Lawyer. ROBINSON Statesvill JULIA VIVIAN aN Os “Service above Self.” Demure, sympathetic, dreamy. Member of Literary Club; Member of Athletic Association; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. ROBINSON, THELMA IRENE—‘Babe Thel” Harrisburg, Pa. “Snecess the sti Noisy, athletic, friendly. does not run on eleyators, so take Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Sen- ior Girls’ Rifle Club; Member of Athletic As sociation, Will enter Temple University. To be a Physical Training Teacher. ROBINSON, WILBUR CLARKE Rappahannock, Va. “Reach for the Sun.” Barnest, congenial, quiet. Member of Rex Club; Member of Civies Club ; Member of Athletic Association. Will enter Howard University. To be a Physician. ROSE, GLADYS JUANITA Washington, D. C. “Do the best you know, that you may know better.” Affable, studious, reliable, Member of Civics Club; Member of Fleur-de- Lis Club; Member of Athletic Association. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. ii ie SLL, WILLIAM BRUCE Fredericksburg, Va. “Learn as if you were to live forever; liye as if you were to die tomorrow.” Vilitary, noisy, friendly. ist Lieutenant, Company H, 1st Battalion, 24th Regiment, H.S.C.; Member of Rex Club ; Member of Spanish Club; Member of Debating Society; Treasurer of Officers’ Club; Gradu- ated in three and a half years, Will enter Howard University. To be a Physician. RYCE, CHARITY BOURDETT— Bourdie” Aberdeen, Miss. “Honesty is the best policy.” Earnest, unassuming, quiet, Member of Flenr-de-Lis Club; Member of Spanish Club; Member of Athletic Associa- tion. Will enter Mi To be a Music er Normal School. Teacher, SAVOY, GERTRUDE Washington, D. C. “No excellence without labor.” | “Toots” Dependable, friendly, noisy. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School, To be a Teacher. SCOTT, LEONARD ARMSTEAD— Scotty” Washington, D. C, “A rolling stone gathers no moss.” Contented, congenial, reliable. Member of Second Prize Company K, 1s% Battalion, 24th Regiment, H.S.C., 20; Membe ot Rex Club; Member of Spanish Club; Mem- ber of Athletic Association; Member of Trac Team. Will enter Miner Normal School. Yo be a Teacher. SCOTT, LUCILLE NORDICA— Soldier” Hampton, Va. “Strive not only to gain success from easy things, but also from difficult. things.” Indifferent, frank, amiable. Member of Special Chorus. Will enter Howard University. To be a Music Teacher, : Gee o solo o ae aoe alae la ll a eee eles Fe Salma aaa ol ose oe SHAED, ERNESTINE PAMELA—Teenie” Washington, D. C E eccule “Always strive to do your best.” Friendly, shy, contented. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Athletic Association; Member of Special Chorus; Member of Girls’ Rifle Club, Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Domestic Art Teacher. SHAMWELL, JAMES BERNARD Washington, D. C. “Repulse evil chances by yalor.” Accommodating, friendly, quiet. Member of Rex Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Physician. SINKFIELD, DOROTHY LOUISE— Dot” Washington, D. C. “Finish what you attempt.” Jolly, studious, talkative. Member of Girls’ Rifle Club; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. SLAUGHTER, NATHANIEL CRUTCHFIELD— “Old Master” Washington, D, C. “Do them before they do you.” Congenial, contented, athletic. Member Athletic Association; Secretary of Letter Club; Secretary of Glee Club; Member of Rex Club; Member of Football and Base- ball Teams. Will enter College. To be a Physician. MALLWOOD, MARY LAVINIA— Mae” Washington, D. C. “There is danger in delay.” Li Generous, frank, critical. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Civics Club; Member of Literary Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. 81 TRIRIEISTERAIOS ALSTON—“Eve” SMITH, FE Raleigh, N. “The post of duty is the post of honor,” Visehievous, carefree, friendly. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Social Seryice Worker. SMITH, HILDA BRADLEY—“Billie” Washington, D. C. “Better not be at all, than not be noble.” Studious, quiet, demure, Member of Literary Club; Member of Span- ish Club; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Mem- ber of Athletic Association. Will en Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. : SMITH, JOSEPH—‘Guy” Washington, D. C. “Success does not come by chance, it is earned.” Studious, ambitious, artistic. Member of Athletic Association; Member of Art Club; Member of Rex Club: Won second prize in Galt Prize Essay Contest. Will enter Howard University. To be an Artist, SMITH, JULIA INGRAHM—“Jew Baby” Washington, D, C, “He that endures with Patience is a con- queror.” Talkative, friendly, carefree. Member of Fileur-de-Lis Club; Member of Civies Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Teacher, SMITH, LUCRETIA ALLETTA— “huly” Washington, D. ©. “Life without letters is death.” Affable, studious, talkative. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club, Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. Nd Baloo aesesee 82 SMOOT, IRIS VIOLET Washington, D. C. “Excelsior—Onward and Upward.” Congenial, playful, athletic. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. SNAPPE, WILLIE RHEA—‘Bill” Bristol, Tenn. “Perseverance conquers all.” Musical, friendly, reliable. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Musie Teacher. STEWART, OLIVER WALTER—‘Sheik” Manning, 8. C. Fenerous, mischievous, sleepy. Member of Athletic Association; Member of Rex Club. Will enter Howard University To be a_Dentist. SYPHAX, LILLIAN McK EE—“Maxie” Washington, D. C. “Always do your best in whatever you aim to do.” Demure, friendly, studious. Vice-President of Civies Club; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. TATE. SUSI CARLOTA—‘“Sue” Washington, D. C. “To the stars through difficulties.” Studious, critical, athletic. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Athletic Association. Will enter Howard University. To be a Physician. THOMAS, GLADYS ELIZABETH—“‘Betty” af Washington, D. C. “Excelsior.” Musical, friendly, studious. Secretary of Music Club; Member of Special Chorus; Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Mem- ber of Athletic Association. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Music Teacher. THOMAS, RUTH ADOLPHUS—“Dutch” Washington, D. C, “Never trouble trouble ‘till trouble troubles you.” Jolly, earnest, playful. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher, THOMPSON, GLADYS CELESTE Washington, D. C. “The pose. ret of success is constancy of pur- Silent, earnest, amiable. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. THORNTON, BLANCHE MAYWOOD Washington, D. C. “IIave confidence and hope; be kind.” Lgotistic, whimsical, contented. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Hiking Club. Will study Domestic Art. To be a Modiste. THORNTON, CAROLYN ANNA Washington, D. C. “Rough is the road that leads to Success,” Musical, congenial, methodical. Will enter Conservatory of Music, Howard Univers: ’ To be a Music ‘Teacher. TITRA T IIA TROOP OMOwL 84 j a | “Determination is a step toward success,” Athletic, jolly, spasmodic. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Girls’ Basketball Team, Will enter Sargent School of Physical Eduea- tion. To be a Physical Training Teacher. TIGNOR, CORNELIA LILLIAN—“Cornie” Washington, D. C. “Consensus facit legem.” Mischievous, friendly, carefree. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Girls’ Basketball Team. Will enter Howard University. To be a Lawyer. TIGNOR, WILLIAM LEONARD— Tiggy” Washington, D. C. “Do or Die.” Military, considerate, earnest. Member of Athletic Association; Member of Spanish Club; Member of Rex Club; Member of Civics Club; Ist Lieutenant Company B, Ist Battalion, 24th Regiment, T.8.C. Will enter Howard University. To be a Realtor TOLBERT, JOHN WILLIAM—“Johnnie” Charlestown, W. Va. “Concentrate your mind upon that magic word ‘Now'.” Humorous, dependable, ambitious. Secretary of Rex Club; Business Manager of Year Book. Will enter College. To be an Auto-Mechanic. TOLSON, RACHEL BERNICE—“Doyey” Croome, Md, “Obedience is greater than Sacrifice.” Reliable, studious, vain. Member of Dramatic Club; Member of Fleur- de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Trained Nurse. TURNER, PAULINE TORRINE Washington, D. C. “Success is not a Gift, it is an ment.” Achieye- Earnest, congenial, talkative. Member of Civics Club; Member of Fleur-de- Lis Club; Member of Athletic Association. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. TYLER. JEANNETTE MALLORY—“Teggie” Washington, D. C. “The great end of life is not knowledge, but action.” Studious, friendly, quiet. nber of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of ’ Rifle Team; Awarded Remington Gold 1 and Underwood Bronze Medal for Ef- ficiency in Typing Contests. Will enter Miner Normal School, To be a Teacher. UNDERDOWN, SARAH LOUISE Washington, D. C. “Always do your best in everything that you undertake.” Versatile, amiable, talkative. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Athletic Association. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. WALKER, IZETTA ELIZABETH—‘Zet” Bailey’s Cross Roads, Va, “Live and let Live.” Critical, earnest, nervous. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Ath- letic Association ; Secretary of Dunbar Bank. Will enter Miner Normal School, To be a Bookkeeper, WALKER, OYAMA VONTILE—“Yama” Washington, D. ©. “Strive to do my best in everything I under- take.” -lmbitious, quiet, reliable. Member of Winning company, Annual Com- petitive Drlil, 24th Regiment, H.S.C., three successive years; Post Graduate. Will enter College. To be a Physician. TREE) lee ee cee eNO, 86 PyzeanesneT WARRE . GLADYS FLORENCIA Atlantic City, N. J. “Faith and work win all.” Proud, retiring, modest. Nation-Wide Oratorical Contest, Will enter Howard University. To be a Social Service Worker. WATERS, MARTHA HENRIETTA—“Bahe” Washington, D. C. “Work not for fame, but for Character.” Modest, studious, alert. Member of Civies Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Trained Nurse. . LILLIE MAE miton, Va, “Think of the wrong you have done long enough to correct it, if possible then forget it.” Sympathetic, friendly, frivolous. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Athletic Association; Member of Girls’ Rif c Club. Will enter College. To be a Teacher, WEST. RUTH MAY—‘Babe” Pittsburgh, Pa. trabajo hace la vida agradable.” Capricious, keen, unreserved. Member of Special Chorus; Member of Span- ish Club; Member of Literary Club, Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. ATRIOS 87 2 Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Art CTub. Will enter Miner Normal School To be a Drawing Teache WASHINGTON, LILLIAN LEE— Dimp” Boston, Mass. “We m let go all things which we cannot carry into the eternal life.” Studious, pious, friendly. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club: Chairman 07 Dramatic Circle; Member of Literary Club: Member of Players’ Guild; Won first prize in i WHITAKER, IVORY BMERSON—“Whit” Rocky Mount, N. C. “Aquel que lucha conquista.’ Argumentative, earnest, democratic. Str rer Spanish Member of Rex Club; Treasurer of St u Club: Member of Glee Club; Member of Spec ial Chorus. Will enter University of Michigan. To be a Pharmacist. WHITE, CHARLOTTE ELIZABETH—“Lottie” Staunton, Va. “There's plenty of room on top for all—so forge ahead.” CUnobtrusive, amiable, contented. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Ath- letie Association; Member of Girls’ Rifle Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. WHITER, CLARENCE REEDE MeKamiae, Ark. “In knowledge there is power.” Ambitious, military, quiet. Member of Rex Club; 1st Lieutenant Company A, Ist Battalion, 24th Regiment, H.S.C, Will enter College. To be a Physician. WHITE CONSTANCE LAVINIA—“Connie” V hington, D. C. “Be diligent! Work! Time lost is never found again.” Musical, reserved, retiring. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Pharmacist. WHITEMAN, FRANCES—‘Prankie” Lynchburg, Va, “Make use of present opportunities,” Sportive, friendiy, jolly, Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Spanish Club: Secretary of Freshman Class. 22; Graduated in three and a half years: On General Honor Roll. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher, Xa (yeserneeo WILLIAMS, BESSHART—“Bess” Macon, Ga. “Keep a song up on the way.” Affable, comical, unconcerned. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Teacher. WILSON, NANNIE— Nan” Washington, D. C. “Hitch your wagon to a star.” Proud, courteous, versatile. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School To be a Teacher. WINGFIELD, RUTH LORETTA— Wingy” Washington, D. C. “Snecess is not always founded on things that are easy to do.” Demure, affable, earnest. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Graduated in three and a half years. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. WINSTON, MELICENT EVELYN— “Milly” Hanover, Va. “Aim high and contend for the goal.” Shy. amiable, vain. of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Will enter Tloward University. To be a Teacher. WOOD, NETTIE ELIZABETH—Beth™ Montgomery, Ala. “Make haste slowly.” Serious, considerate, nervous. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. TTPAAA ANNAN UT NOMS y 89 Sewell eel BY Poel eel WOODARD, DUDLEY HADNOTT— ‘‘Pee Wee” Tuskegee, Ala. “Nihil Desperandum, en aveint.” Studious, polite, fidgety. Member of Rex Club; Member of Literary Club; Member of Science Club; Member oi Radio Club. Will enter Howard University. To be a Teacher. WOODS, EY Roanoke, N JULTIA—“Eve” a. “Achievement is the measure of all life.” Congenial, reliable, contented. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club; Member of Ath- letie Association; Member of Spanish Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. WRIGHT, JESSE ELMER—“Jess” Philadelphia, Pa. “Carpe diem.” lective, military, loquacious. Ist Lieutenant, 1st Battalion, 24th Regiment H.S.C., 23; Member of Rex Club: Member of Spanish Clnb; Member of Literary Club: Former member of Officers’ Club, Will enter University of Michigan. To be a Physician. WRIGHT, RALPIT CLARKE— Washington, D, G, “Acious” “Cui non proficit, deficit,” Strdious, athletic, egotistie, President of Honor Club; Member of Rex Club; Vice-President of Athletic Association : Member of Basketball Team. Will enter Williams Cc ollege. To be a Physician. YERBY, ELSIE—“Elie” Philadelphia, Pa. “The patient conquer.” Unassuming, earnest, modest. Member of Fleur-de-Lis Club ; rite Member of Civies Club. Will enter Miner Normal School. To be a Teacher. Class WBoem We turn, dear Alma Mater, One last sad glance to send Across the tow’ring turrets That form thy crown, dear friend. Thy building is a temple, A beautiful retreat, Where pilgrims seeking knowledge May guide their weary feet. 8 Four years ago in reverence, With awestruck, anxious hearts, We crossed thy sacred threshold And pledged to do our parts. Each teacher’s patient interest And ever-ready smile Has helped the upward struggling Of every toilsome mile. Oh, hallowed halls of learning Whose each beloved nook. Can bring to us a mem’ry Inspire a loving look! May every fervent blessing, Our grateful hearts bestow, Add to thy torch a little flame To make it brighter glow. CAROLYN EVANS, B-8 HA yragaaaeseaaeas gat A patie) Enditor’s Notes Dunbar opened the year 1923-24, on September 17, with an enrollment of 1,253 students. On the following day this number increased to 1,698—Aca- demic: 447 male, 1,030 female; Business: 70 male, 157 female. The halls again resounded to the wel- coming voice of the principal, Mr. Wal- ter L. Smith, who heartily greeted the upper classmen in a joint assembly, be- fore they began the task of the year. Mr. Smith urged student co-operation; and the enthusiastic response of the students has been seen throughout the school year. Likewise the Freshmen were welcomed to their new home. Our efficient corps of teachers has been increased by the addition of Miss Clarissa M. Scott (Wellesley College), teacher of English; Mrs. Adelaide C. Daly (Cornell), Spanish; Miss Ethel C. Harris (Howard University), Mathemat- ics; Mr. William M. Brewer (Harvard), history; Mrs. Pearle B. Curtis (Howard), librarian; Mr. Duvall B. Evans (Spring- field College), physical education. Mr. Ralph Scott (Williams College), has been temporarily appointed to teach history; and Miss Leanna F. Johnson to teach typewriting during the absence of two members of the faculty. Miss Hallie E. Queen returned from Leland Stanford, Jr., College, with the degree, Master of Arts. “Better Lunch Room Week” was launched at Dunbar under the auspices of the Civics Club with gay posters here and there in keeping with the slogan. The presentation of a playlet, illustra- ting the ultimate condition of the school lunch room as a result of the drive, stim- ulated interest in the campaign. Con- sequently every week is “Better Lunch Room Week” at Dunbar. Miss Lucy D. Slowe, dean of women, Howard University, inspired the stu- dents to better speech in her interesting address in which she stressed gram- matical accuracy, a pleasing tone qual- ity, and effectiveness. National Thrift Week was observed at Dunbar with appropriate speeches touch- ing upon all phases of business and all roads to success. Among the many distinguished visi- tors received at Dunbar this school year, were the following: Mr. T. B. Stribling, author of “Birthright”; Rev. J. H. Har- ris of Louisville, Ky.; Mr. William Fritz Causter of Philadelphia; Mrs. Jen- nie C. Lee, instructor of music in Tus- kegee Institute, and Prof. W. H. James of the same school. The “School Boys’ United Aid Society” has presented several unusual musical programs this season, featuring promi- nent artists. The funds are for the school library. Numerous lecturers have delivered ad- dresses to the student body on various subjects during this year, among whom were: Mr. A, Folumbo I. DeWault, na- tive African exhibitor and lecturer— “The Call of Liberia’; Colonel E. A. Havers, an illustrated lecture—“The Pen is Mightier Than the Sword”; Dr. Elbert K. Fretwell, assistant professor of edu- cation in the Teachers’ College, Colum- bia University—‘School Activities”; Lt. Col. J. T. Dickson, U. S. A., retired— “America and Verdun”; Mr. Henry Pen- nybacker, chairman of committee on admission, Harvard University—“The Task of the High School Student ‘to learn’ not ‘to be taught’”; Dr. James H. Howard, recently returned from Abys- sinia—“My Sojourn in Abyssinia”— with native trophies. Mrs. Sukoda Banerjee, a native of In- dia, entertained the girls at a special as- sembly with a humorous autobiographi- cal sketch to which she added a brief outline of the possibilities of Indian youth, From time to time such artists as Miss Abby Mitchell, lyric soprano; Clarence Cameron White, violinist; Miss Mary Jones, dramatic soprano of Chicago; Mrs. Maude Cuney Hare and Mr. William H. Richardson, both of Bos- ton; while in town honored the students at Dunbar with recitals. The Department of Business Practice is out for the scalp of every one who challenges it. Members of this depart- ment have captured the Galt Prizes, as well as the Underwood bronze, and Remington gold, medals this year. The Academic Department is holding its own, for honor has been reflected on Dunbar through Dorothy Houston and Monroe Gregory, who, respectively, have brought home the Third and Second prizes of the Star Essay Contest. The name of Dunbar lives wherever it goes. Charlotte Corbin, valedictorian of the Class of ’23 won a four year scholar- ship to Howard University. The prize essay from the District of Columbia for the Firestone Tire Company’s Scholar- ship, was submitted by Cortez Peters, Department of Business Practice, 23. He also enjoys the distinction of being the first student of the District of Co- lumbia to receive the Underwood Gold Medal. Mr. Peters might share his honors, for he has been awarded as well a No. 12 Remington Typewriter for speed in an accuracy test. Miss Elizabeth West, Dunbar, ’20, has won Phi Beta Kappa at Wellesley. William Hastie, Dunbar, ’21, won honorable mention at Amherst for work during the past year, having received an average of 93 per cent. Charles Drew, Dunbar, ’22, saved sev- eral days for Amherst in football games. Mr. Charles Houston, honor graduate from Dunbar—Phi Beta Kappa, Am- herst, Doctor of Law, Harvard Univer- sity—is now in Spain studying Roman law having won from the Harvard School of Law a fellowship for foreign study. Some Marks Jimsella takes home her quarterly report: History, P; Algebra, D; English, F; Latin, U. Her mother, Mandy Lou, opens the report and begins in a stern, spare-not- the-rod tone: Mandy Lou—“Jimsella—what’s that ‘P’ for?” Jimsella—“That means I am perfect.” Mandy Lou—‘“Ma is so proud of her sweet little gal. Now, (in a sweeter, glory- hallelujah tone) what’s that ‘D’ for, and that ‘’ for?” Jimsella—“That’s for doing, and the ‘F’ is for fine. You see they go together and they mean I’m doing fine.” Mandy Lou—‘“Ma’s sho’ goin’ to give you a nice party for such a good report. Yes, indeedy. Now tell ma what that ‘U’ is for.” Jimsella (smiling)—“Ma, you know I am so smart and do such extra good work, that ‘U’ is for unusual.” 93 {PRAT RAATAAP RRO AA TIS TTA TIT T NTN TNA ATeMEL| aT OI Bl eX om Ber Acer TRemmoown Sf Z3 Y ‘ WR ze in} . ss Hit is for Aldine, so tiny and small Who weighs two hundred and is three feet tall. is for Besshart, the bob-haired lass Who is capricious enough for the entire class. is for Cornelia, so mischievous and bad Who can always find trouble when there’s any to be had. is for Davis, so wise and foresighted, Who intends not to let his ambitions be blighted. is for Ethel, the song-bird so dear, Whose songs are very delightful to hear. is for Fannin whose Spanish vocabulary Is almost as large as Webster’s dictionary. is for Gertrude whose most characteristic traits Seem to be those of mixing her dates. is for Henrietta, so fat and so jolly, But folks her size are never melancholy. is for Irene who has a Rex pin, we see, But it isn’t nineteen twenty-four nor nineteen twenty-three is for Julia so modest and shy, But a girl upon whom one can always rely. is for Kendall, our star athlete, With whom very few others can co mpete. is for Lilly, so tidy and neat, Her appearance is perfect from her head to her feet. is for Millers—Carol and Paul— Whose heights are the extremes of short and tall. is for Neale, the talkative elf Who talks of nobody excepting himself. is for Oliver who thinks studying is jest, He, therefore, goes to his classes merely to rest. + is for Pansy, so sweet and demure, Who finds our pleasures hard to endure. is for Quality we must possess, If we would make life be a success. is for Robinson, who is a king they say 8 But he shows his power in a very slim way. is for Slaughter, who gives good advice To Susie concerning her future life. g Is trying to get in a word with “Gert.” is for Utz, who uses all of the slang Which he can possibly get out of his “gang.” is for Vivian, without a doubt But we're wondering if she knows what it’s all about. : is for work which we never do We get but one zero when we ought to have two. Nee, are for those we can not mention i Due to lack of space, not in tention. MARY SMALLWOOD, A-8 Morning By Keturah Barnes When I arose the sky was gray, But as time passed, There came a gold bar across the blue; P R S T is for Tolbert whose hardest work U V WwW Then appeared the large ball of fire. Soon the birds began to chirp, The dew on the young green grass be- gan to sparkle; And I saw the buds welcoming the sun. Under the streams of golden sunlight, Danced the Breeze, who in her haste Made the trees bend gracefully. How sorry I was that Nature is in- visible, But it charmed me, as most secrets do. Rlrasmesmesen GENERAL ROLL OF HONOR (Established March 6, 1922) This Roll is based on semester ratings, and bears the name and grade of all members of the class of 1924 who received for any semester the mark of “EB” in each major subject pursued, up to 4; had no mark below “G” in any major; and were rated satisfactory in all minor subjects and in deportment. First Semester, 1921-22 Janet E. Avery ......- .0eaneeeees D-3; William, H.. Browni s. 20606. shee F-3 Garolyn-B:, Evans iereserasteatctoiesieiarl=r= B-Si ed osephy Daviswriciiasrcyceteis.cay centage Sara E. Moore .... --D-3 Joseph H. Jenkins Mary A. Morton ...........-. cdhes}) WEG EIA MUA ee Ralphig Goa Wri e Dt atsterniateletersia a starelerore F-3 Second Semester, 1921-22 Janet E, Avery Wilham: sH “Brownies tee E-4 Carolyn B. Evans Joseph H. Jenkins Sara E. Moore ..... oceans WS icicle Bruce Robinson :...... Mary A. Morton David L. Utz Manet Wi AVELY) aclistecis cies cisineucns Susie C. Tate Jennie L. Butcher . Carolyn B. Evans ... Pansy M. Major .. Sara E. Moore .... Mary A. Morton .. Lillian L. Washington .. William H. Brown Joseph H. Jenkins . Bruce Robinson David L. Utz BBN OUREIMA VOL Yaratraitcsisola's clc aioie o = Susie C. Tate Jennie L, Butcher . Lillian L. Washington Julia D. Dulany .. Frances Whiteman ¢ Carolyn B. Evans ... William H. Brown ... Mary J. L. Johnson ............... B-6 Francis A. Gregory .. Pansy M. Major Joseph H. Jenkins ... Sara E. Moore .... Bruce Robinson Mary A. Morton William B. Russell .... Roberta bettr osseeneetrtarteu «ia eta) cre C-Gee David) LSU tziera eee “BS BMGE I SON caanaccéaneooneanee C-6 Ralph C. Wright ................. ‘ “AG Janet E. Avery .... : Lucille G, Payne B-7 ae = Ae . Doris J. Ridgley ..-B-7 “s : ordon Elsie McJ. Robinson .............. A-6 race 4: HBrris i: ssvus beh ess ac eoee Hilda PB. ‘Smith, avs 3..css nessun B-7 Mary J. L. Johnson . Susie C. Tate .... we, Alice A. Lane ccccavitcns Stan en Sen Francis A. Gregory C-7 Catherine G. Lewis Joseph H. Jenkins C-7 Ethel T. McKinney Leonard Z. Johnson .. Sara E. Moore ................---.A-7 William B. Russell MaryaA.MOrLonen: es bere een en eni B-7 Ralph. C. Wright ......0-.....-.--- 1924 Prise Contests —=—] HE OUSTANDING CONTESTS of the year that have reflected great honor | on Dunbar include the Galt Prize Essay Contest and the Nation-Wide Ora- torical Contest. Competition for the Galt prize was restricted to the mem- bers of the Department of Business Practice. The oratorical contest was open to the entire student body. Because of the enthusiasm manifested on [oe the part of the students entering both contests, keen rivalry was prevalent, hence the winners in each are to be congratulated. The Galt prize is an award given annually to the students of commercial geog- raphy. The late Mr. William Galt, of New York, provided a fund for the purpose of furnishing prizes to the students of the business high schools of Washington for the best essays and exhibitions on a commercial subject. The contestants for the 1924 Galt prize at Dunbar were Ellen Brown— Wheat”; Joseph Smith—‘“Iron and Steel”; Louise Jefferson—“Lead”; Robert Brooks—‘“Paper”; and Gertrude Savoy—‘“Soap.” The suc- cessful contestants were: Louise Jefferson, first prize, sixty dollars; and Joseph Smith, second prize, forty dollars. The contest activities at Dunbar culminated in the nation-wide Oratorical Contest which was sponsored in Washington by “The Evening Star.” This nation-wide effort to increase respect and appreciation for the Constitution of the United States of America, is an attempt to find, by the process of elimination, the high school student under nineteen years who is the country’s best orator. Dunbar High School was designated as one of the contest districts of the District of Columbia. Because of the high merit of all manuscripts submitted, the task of selecting those for the final try-outs proved difficult. The number, nevertheless, was finally narrowed down to the six who competed for the prize of one hundred dollars, namely: Roselle Cowser, Francis Gregory, Othello Thompson, Lillian Washington, Romaine Brown, and Catherine Chappelle. The successful competitors were Lillian Washington, first place, and Francis Gregory, honorable mention. Dunbar feels proud of her sons and daughters who have upheld the standards thus far in forwarding her success. TYPING PRIZE WINNERS : Left to right: Bernard Alexander, Jeannette Tyler, Lucy Bailey Cpping Prise Winners Bernard A. Alexander won the Underwood Bronze Medal and Engraved Certificate for accuracy and speed in a test held October 24, 1923. He wrote 46 net words per minute for fifteen minutes. Lucy Bailey won the Underwood Bronze M curacy and speed in a test held January 24, 1 ute for fifteen minutes. edal and Engraved Certificate for ac- 924. She wrote 49 net words per min- Jeannette M. Tyler won the Underwood Bronze Medal, one Bar, and Engraved Cer- tificate for accuracy and speed in a test held January 24, 1924. On January 25, she won the Remington Gold Medal and Certificate, NOTE: The above named students are enrolled in the Department of Business Practice, and the tests cited were given on blank Keyboards and under the Interna- tional Contest Rules. TTT Nl ell oll lel ed ele Ne ood edo r=] DUNBAR = mit Reminiscences of the Class of 24 N LOOKING BACKWARD down the lane of time, our four years’ sojourn in Dunbar looms before us as a volume of joys and tribulations which we will never forget. Lessons, drills, games, recitals, plays and greatest of all, the friendships which we have formed, will never be obliterated from our memo- ries. Although we suffered the usual “hardships” which befall high school | students, nevertheless the sunshine of our high school days will remain with us as we go about the pursuits of life. Even as we record these facts, certain incidents that happened at school rise up before us as reminders—grim or otherwise—of our past. The most memorable occurrence of our Freshman year was our consternation when we reported to Assembly, after receiving programs with the words “Freshman Rhe- toricals” staring at us, only to find that these unknown words meant in simple language: The Freshman class is giving a concert. The only chance we Freshmen had to get even with the Seniors was through our debating team. We remember that Paul Miller, in rebuttal, made his opponent, Montague Cobb, the Senior star, forget his “Senior dignity,” and also the courtesy due the audience and the fellow debater, by telling him: “Put that in your corn-‘Cobb’ pipe and smoke it.” The uproar caused by his outburst of indignation was a tribute to the wit of the Freshman debater as well as to the success of the “peenies” in defeating the Seniors. Our Sophomore year was marked by the Christmas tree we decorated. We still take the credit of setting the standard for all following Christmas trees in originality, and in presenting the class with Christmas greetings. What a realistic Santa Claus William Proctor was! Gifts were distributed from his sack to every member of the faculty and class. The fun we had making the costumes, candy bags, etc., and even collecting the fee, will never be forgotten. Only once, during our school career has the Class of ’24 been together on a single subject. This fortunate subject was the play that was presented by the class as its Rhetoricals. Every character of Mother Goose reported in full regalia. Those who will be remembered longest are: B. Robinson and Aldine Jefferson as Mr. and Mrs. Jack Spratt—the extremes of small and large. Our advent into the realm of Junior pests was hailed by the way we broke into every “sanctum sanctorum” of the Seniors. There was not a subject that was exclu- sively for Seniors which we Juniors did not invade. Because of the high scholarship throughout its sojourn here, we were admitted on our reputations and we a push—they really had to study for once! ’ : i s to make the Seniors realize that we were Juni ors and we wished es on eee Ms uch. The crowning success of the year was the Junior-Senior id i pean e anne fon this reception to the Seniors. All rivalry and animosity ieee os ie hike mad rush for invitations, decorations, colors, music, and favors! ee nae ‘a wned. The Armory was a literal float of pink and green, the class pret oe Sa ni ‘ht. at least, we felt more important than the Seniors. One humor- aA i at a fh erent) of one of the “very important lieutenants” by an insig- aan aa Mi eenie” with a pop-bottle. It took the student body a week to return to ey We es again amused by the star athlete of the Senior class, Louis Campbell, Sho tatnteates, fainted—when he was reprimanded by the principal. ve Seniors! Seniors! Seniors! That was now our name and how we loved to hear it. As dignified Seniors, we started our work with the vim and fervor that comes to one that has his goal in sight—graduation. The Seniors were never left out. We were the recipients of all the honors. The Juniors were kept subdued in every activity. Our burden of hard study was made light by the prospects of the round of dances, receptions, and picnics that were scheduled to come. We were neither disappointed nor disillusioned when “play time” approached. Our highest flight of imagination was fully realized. of our class, gave the Seniors a hard HENRIETTA LEAKE, A-8 Class Will )RIENDS AND WELL-WISHERS: | Twenty-Four, about to die, salutes you! Contrary to the custom in such cases, and loath as are all the members of my conservative profession to establish precedents, only at the behest of my noble client, Twenty-Four, have I called you together, before her death, to hear her wili and to receive her gifts. I was persuaded to this action by the unusual circumstances of my client. I dread to tell you, but be calm: The Doctor is here ready to revive all fainting ones, but he cannot attend too many. Here is my secret, keep it well! A consultation of doctors never known to fail in their diagnosis was called on Saturday, May the thirty-first, nineteen hundred and twenty-four. They decreed that on June 16, 1924, Twenty-Four must die. Had I known what a commotio the President himself could not h , ave dragged this secret from me. My client wishes the past four years, and a heaviness in the heart and other or of parting and over-feasting, respectively, she may have been mistaken in her inven- tory, but such as she thinks she has, she gives to you praying that you may not believe that it is only because she cannot keep her goods that she is generous LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of the CLASS OF ’24 WE, THE CLASS OF TWENTY-FOUR, of the Dun is, our last will and testament, hereby revoking and annulling all wills by us heretofore made, in manner and form following, that is to say: -, First, and principally, We do direct that our funeral services shall be conducted ae aaiane pinnae ck the Faculty, only enjoining that the funeral be carried BI y and pomp our situation in the high school scale has merited. Second, We give and bequeath to the Principal restful nights and peaceful dreams, Wi pa sit ehh from Twenty-Four’s petitions. No more will we be called upon ghty knee to supplicate; no more will he be pained to refuse. It has been hard to have our fondest wishes thwarted; it must have been hard for him to refuse such earnest pleaders. He has done his duty, and he has his reward. But, Oh, how much easier it would have been for him and for us if he had said “Yes,” es- pecially to our dance at the “Y,” and our mixed shooting matches. Third, We do give and bequeath to the school, collectively, all heirlooms and deodands devised and bequeathed to us from previous classes now deceased. We do dispose of the same as follows, viz: . 1. To the Freshman class we do give, devise and bequeath one moving picture ma- chine, a la ancient, guaranteed to cause “instantaneous cataracts in the eyes at each performance.” It was the sacred possession of our predecessors, guard it well! 2. To the school, collectively, we do give, devise and bequeath, our trophies and medals. These valuables have come into the possession of the High School on the con- dition that she hold them in trust and add to the collection yearly. 3. To the Sophomore class, the automobiles that adorn the frontage of our build- ing. Accept no bids from junk dealers and the like, for said deodand is left in the hands of aforesaid heirs to be safeguarded. Fourth, We do give, devise and bequeath to our rightful successors, the Juniors, the entailed estates in the subjoined list: 1. The Senior seats in the assembly hall to which the Class of ’25 always flies. May she be as fond of the front rows of seats next year as she has been this. Let every member show his gratitude for the gift by conducting himself as a Senior should. 2. Perhaps the most valuable of this list is the Senior algebra. Take our advice and study diligently so that you, through the use of “horse talk” and “wool gathering,” may not be consigned to “Kalamazoo,” the “College of Sighs.” 3. How the list lengthens; next come Senior privileges—with the Principal’s per- mission—too well understood to be detailed. Senior dignity is always handed over to the new-made lords of the high school world. We are afraid that this will be a strain upon the nerves and muscles of the gay and debonair Juniors, but we hope they will rise to the occa sion, as they sometimes can. Fifth, We do give, devise and bequeath to the Freshman class, the “mourners” bench” in front of the Assistant Principal’s office. Asa token of gratitude they will be allowed to sit on this historical bench every afternoon until 4:30. Besides these en- forced gifts we leave, not of necessity but of our own free will, our blessing and a pledge of friendship from henceforth. All the rest and residue of our property, whatsoever and wheresoever, and of what nature, kind, and quality whatsoever it may be, and not herein before disposed of (after paying our debts and funeral expenses) we give, devise and bequeath to our Faculty for its use and benefit absolutely. If it sees fit, it may use the knowledge and startling information we have given it at whatsoever times we may have had written tests and examinations, in the education of our younger sisters. This latter matter is, however, entirely at the discretion of afore-mentioned Faculty. And we do hereby constitute and appoint the said Faculty sole executor of this, our last will and testament. It Witness Whereof, We, the Class of Twenty-Four, the testators, have to this our will, written on one sheet of parchment, set our hand and seal this sixteenth day of June, Anno Domini o ne thousand nine hundred and twenty-four. ROMAINE BROWN, CLASS OF ’24 [Seal] Class Attorney. “AUCTION A IDDERS, we are here as per schedule to auction off our collection of valuables, the result of a four-year microscopic search. This collection is valuable for its intrinsic worth as well as for its historic association. We are forced to part with these precious curios that are so near and dear to us, because we must vacate these premises by June 16th as our four-year lease has ex- pired. Ladies and gentlemen, the first item that will go under the hammer is a very primitive and near-bookless library, which includes volumes which have valiantly with- stood the wear and tear of ages, and whose fame for spelling D-O-O-M has gone before them. Burke, Burns, Halleck, Huxley, Caesar, Virgil, and Homer are the most promi- nent authors. Who'll make the first bid? 5 - 5, I hear! 6 - 6. Who will make it 7-7-7-72 Ihave 7. Who'll make it 8 - 8 - 8 - 8?—Going - 8 - 8 Sold!! For eight—note-books. Ladies! This is for the ladies. Of interest to the ladies only. Powder puffs—all originally pink or white, although the present colors cannot be vouched for—even so, a bargain. I havel-1-2-2-3-3-8-4 - 5 - 5, going,—for five—trash cans. To part with the next article is a sad ordeal for us. It is the fearless colony of super giant rodents which inhabit the organ and which parade about during the climax of every concert. The beloved pests are guaranteed to be able to furnish an inquirer with the history of Dunbar from her erection to the present. We are asking that the purchasers feed them and nourish them well. Did I hear5-5-5-5-6-6-7-7- 7, going; twice, 7 - 7; third and last time, 7 - 7 - 7, gone, for seven—bread crusts! We are now offering for sale the traffic laws of Dunbar. Bids will be taken from the Rex of '25 for these laws, which their predecessors have enforced successfully down the lane of Time. Who'll make the first bid? 2-2-2. I have3-3-4-5-6- 7-7-7-8 - 9- 10 - 10, going - 10 - 10, going, for ten—years of abolishment. The next item is chewing gum found in every convenient nook. Who'll make the first bid? Don’t dally over this indispensable supply of “sticky” matter, 2 - 2 - make it 8-8-3 - going - 4 - 4-4 gone. Sold, for four—serub brushes. a eee earrings, bracelets, rings, lockets, pins, hair combs— Reve en iaten pe BresD Sore and blue ones, silver ones, bronze ones, black , . ction that would make the connoisseurs of Kresge and Woolworth shed tears. This selection, that has caused i i the junk man for removal. ; Pee ie amen Se SOE Next is the “Lost and Found Bureau” : : with books and articles that A.W.O.L. at any time, proving that they have hidden legs. Who'll make the first bid a 500 - 500 who'll make it 1000 - 1000? Sold—to the one thousand owners! Here is a pile of “forbidden literature”—“True Story,” “Jesse James,” etc., which have traded covers with the less conspicuous dress of “The Literary Di +.) re th no bids? Consign them to the “fiery furnace.” Bees, Se ts, Now, we’re asking you to give i : your attention to the i multiply when one is hastening to some “Waterloo.” Bid! Bid! oh ae iy ce 500—Sold, for five hundred—eleyators, one at each landing. ; aa CLASS OF ’24. Class Song Words by Cordelia Jefferson Music by Gladys Thomas ‘Gs The songs © w-— ; ot = tfe Af—malMat — e SORA CS ny ot Mat —er, Ly af weffatw� SaNealcash ss ed@noloPh er name Sf reo — —er, we mayrome we| fove thee ten—- der — = ee SE eS === eee ——= = faCeaer hy name se wel praise cai wel = ses habig n When On 2 es froad Big s = 4 = E a fd LA ab broughty gad = The Charge of the “Wright” Brigade Typing speed, Lightning speed All the keys thundered In Mr. Wright’s typing room Strove his three hundred. “Forward, the Wright Brigade— Step on the keys” he said, As in the room of toil Sped his three hundred. Forward, the Wright Brigade Was there a child dismay’d As printed tunes he played, Or some one blundered ? Theirs not to make reply Theirs not to question why Theirs but to type or die With all the strength they had left Flew his three hundred. Mr. Wright to the right of them Mr, Wright to the left of them Typewriters out in front of them Clicked loud, and thundered Typing both long and well Until the sound of bell With all remaining breath Fingers flying pell mell, Dashed his three hundred. Flashed all their note books bare Flashed as pages turned everywhere Correcting any errors there Making this book, while All Dunbar wondered. Rushed thru the inky smoke Ne’er once did stop or choke Shoulder to shoulder Stuck to their typing stroke Pounded and numbered. Then out to lunch they went, Mr. Wright’s full three hundred. They who had typed so well, Typed till the clang of bell In air full of oily smell This year book to send you. When can their glory fade Or this year book they made Of fame be unencumbered ? Honor The Type Brigade, Honor This Work they led The noble three hundred. a Janet Avery and Lucille Payne do not get out an injunction against the health chart for boldly registering their lack of weight. Sara Moore eats corn bread and drinks milk to reduce. Ernestine Gilmore cuts lunch to get her Spanish. Clarence Johnson changes his seat in Spanish class. Ask Bea, she knows! Bruce Robinson, Francis Gregory and William Brown are not classed the world’s greatest critics. Edward Arnold, John Tolbert, Neola Parr, Lillian Avery and Trudell King have such a minimum amount of energy. Melba Height, Sallie Coley, Alonzo Lancaster and Leroy Parker are so timid. Paul Miller, Collins Lewis and Bernard Alexander do not exchange diets with Elsie Spriggs, Henrietta Leake and Ruth Poole. Ivory Whitaker and Edward Beaubian are so interested in traffic laws. Peter Hall and Nathaniel Slaughter do not open a dancing school. The students call Harvey Bullock by the title of Reverend. Oyama Walker can not differentiate between Aldine Jefferson and Sara Moore. Isabelle Bridges, Grace Harris, Beatrice Bowen and Gertrude Black have a meeting in the Book Exchange every morning before going to section. Doris Ridgley, Julia Dulany, Carolyn Evans and Hilda Smith have joined the Royal Order of the Bobbed -Haired Flappers. Mary Smallwood refused to let her finger nails grow. Ernestine Timmons and Constance White are so rattle-brained. Susie Tate can never get to school on time. John Anderson waits in the hall every day at intermission for Marie McGhee. Ella Hawkins, Roberta Pettross and Joseph Jenkins are so serious. Sigismund Taylor, Walter Jackson and Theodore Johnson are always the topics of certain girls’ conversations. Hortense Mims, Fannin Belcher and Gertrude Savoy, who talk at the rate of 204 per minute, do not share their velocity with Rudella Gordon, Beatrice Ashton, Raymond Banks and William Skinner, who speak at the rate of 4 words per minute. All dignified Seniors would not be Juniors again for the world. MARY SMALLWOOD, A-8. . | [Abram nasa aEaRD RRR RERRUSRRRAEE See Osea aoe e eee ee elelelelelelelioy VA OFFICERS, REX CLUB President; John Tolbert, Seere- : Bernard Shamwell, Treasurer ; Left to right: Leon Langhorn, Vi tary; Bruce Robinson, Preside Clarence Johnson, Business Manager. THE REX CLUB ROR RATNER UTM MAAR RADR MATRA A NATE AAI TAIT TTT aI aaa 107 KZ History of the Rex Club N 1916, the Rex Club, under the leadership of Mr. Smith, the present Prin- cipal of Dunbar, started upon its career of service in the M Street High School. The idea for this club, consisting of Senior boys, originated with Dr. Herbert Marshall, who afterwards became the club’s first president. The purposes for which the Rex Club was organized were at first merely social but gradually these aims became more comprehensive, so that at the present time the Rex Club has as its aim not only social activity, but also service to the school. The development of the Rex Club has been rapid, for from a club organized with mere social aims, it has become an organization looked up to by the whole school because of its meritorious services. Whenever there is a task which demands prompt and trustworthy execution by students, it is entrusted to the Rex Club. Thus, the club has been able to take its share of the year book costs, and to direct, in a capable manner, traffic in and about the school. As a tribute to its sterling worth, member- ship in it has become the goal of the underclassmen. The accomplishments of the club this year, under the leadership of Mr. Bassett, have been noteworthy. The initial achievement was the solution of the problem of selecting a design for the club pin, a problem which has presented difficulties annually. When a design had finally been selected, the club decided that it should be permanently represented by this insignia, in order that all members in the future might be able to recognize each other by it. By far the greatest achievement in the history of the Rex Club, was the formula- tion and adoption of a constitution. This constitution was evolved in order that future Rex Clubs might have some basic laws by which their proceedings would be guided. HOWARD PAYNE, C-8 SERIO 108 Seale aaa oar hte ye Tet Tel Tele Wn ee eee wel eee ole eel vg eT TL | OFFICERS, FLEUR-DE-LIS CLUB Bottom row, left to right: Ruth Poole, Music Circle: Rhoda Davis, Secretary; Sarah Underdown. ‘Treasurer; Beatrice Bowen, Vice-President; Lillian Washington, Dramatic Circle. Top row: Aldine Jefferson, Home Cirele; Violet Tibbs, Outdoor Circle; Clara Belcher, Social Circle; Pansy Major, President. THE FLEUR-DE-LIS CLUB Xia eel else tele tele TEPPER IAIN PeennnneeeeteeEnenereeeeEeeeeeae The Fleur-de-Lis Club GROUP of Senior girls organized the Emerson Club, in 1904, and the follow- ing year the name was changed to Fleur-de-Lis, the emblem of the school. The club is sponsored by Miss. Julia E. Brooks, Dean of Girls, and the offi- y cers are: Pansy Major, president; Beatrice Bowen. vice-president; Rhoda $) Davis, secretary; and Sarah Underdown, treasurer. This year the club has one hundred and twenty-one members, grouped in Circles under chairmen as follows: Dramatic Circle, Lillian Washington; Music Circle. Ruth Poole; Outdoor Circle, Violet Tibbs; Home Cirele, Aldine Jefferson; and Social Service, Clara Belcher. In December the Fleur-de-Lis held its annual reception in the armory of Dunbar High School. The Rex Club and many of the alumni, home for the Christmas holidays, were special guests. Beatrice Bowen, Grace Harris and Susie Tate, the committee in charge, spared no effort in making the reception very enjoyable. By means of a motion picture given during the winter, the club was able to con- tribute financially to the support of the Year Book. The music for this occasion was furnished by Ruth Poole, chairman of the Music Circle, assisted by Gladys Thomas and Leon Henry. In April the club presented, in a recital, students of the Conservatory of Music of Howard University. The program was well rendered, and received the applause of the appreciative audience. The Fleur-de-L is gave an “At Home” during the first week in May for the twofold purpose of entertaining parents and teachers of the girls of the Senior class, and to give them an opportunity to discuss questions of vital importance to their daughters and pupils. Some of the subjects discussed were: Health, Dress, Com- mencement, and Scholarship. PANSY MAJOR, A-8. P esneeeET eee | wees asa elelolel 111 | | n Sr = : = |e} i e - Wi Sar ay! r Br] y f « i ? 7 2 4 ¢ = ) H ] a Cay See | j Via . i {i = , 4 = TASKS) s (JM ‘See = } b « —¥- LF Vat 5. . z Tha) 7) FAHY al = hye | j Nah ones eel Nf hy Amis x i | f i yf; - ne , ‘ | I SAAe 9 Me ED) i - AN Hw, : WN ees) uy) i——— yn = +4 181 ON go ia l ee } Y oe IV ION Li | | we cone | ad 2 IN nix pee tt I) hy 77 ' ie | f wav i 1 Hi ( ‘ | t hi i SS } H : i Hit | TRA — Z ‘| j —— = ‘ LE { hi = a = 2 | = ie 5 = —| |) , ne F E ) | Q et } jj - —— Al = ARR RRA RA RIANA AAAS NTT ATTICA OFFICERS, JUNIOR CLASS Top row, left to right: John Payne, Vice-President ; Hermione Lloyd, Critic; John Hall, Sergeant-at-Arms. Bottom row : Catherine Ell Secretary ; Marion Jefferson, President ; Helen Lewis, Treasurer. Che Junior Class AVING entered Dunbar with a splendid record, the class of 1925 has not only retained its fine standing, but has risen to high glory in all activities. The class, first of all, attracted much attention since it was one of the y largest classes that ever entered Dunbar. As is customary, we, as Freshmen, passed through the rigorous initiations and criticisms of the upperclassmen. v2 | Our first year was crowded with activities. To begin with, there was the luncheon for the benefit of the Athletic Association. The Freshmen showed up credit- ably when the returns were made. After this our spare time was taken up in prepara- tion for the Freshman Rhetoricals in which the characters of the comie sheets were made to live. The Freshman debating team, composed of James Henry, Robert Weaver and Lenoir Cook, defeated the teams of the other three classes, and so won high praise. This Junior year has been a very busy one. The first meeting of the class was for the purpose of arranging the Junior Rhetoricals. Later the class officers were elected. In the Winter Carnival, the presentation of Mother Goose and her famous characters, the Juniors took prominent parts. The choruses which serenaded Mother Goose at the opening of the carnival were composed largely of Juniors. Robert Syphax and ee ok eee somes the evening. Louise Harry, dancing as Mistress y Master Cook’s vocal solo. Genevieve Francis took the ee Little Bo Peep. Eleanor Robinson made an admirable Goldenlocks. James pos Sue Robert Weaver added a comical touch to the carnival as the butcher and aker, Those of our class who took part in the F: i i : a french play entitled “Le Cercle Francais” were Annette Hawkins, who took the character of the Vice-President; Beatrice Walker, the Secretary; Louise § i a see y; Louise Syphax, Mademoiselle Benait; and Dorothy Davis, Mademoiselle Nor has the class been has had more students on t Juniors constitute one-half No class from year to year he present Junior class. The mE] ol SOM MMMM MN lM MM lM Mol Noo oll ol eld Md eles ele ele elle) pel pe el pod pod pel pod od eo) po edd N SEPTEMBER 18, 1922, the class which is now the Sophomore class, entered Dunbar High School. We constitute a very large group almost evenly dis- tributed between the two departments, Academic and Business. The class immediately took to heart every interest of Dunbar and did all in its power to see h er stand head and shoulders above her rivals. It first ’ | exhibited its love for Dunbar in the selling of Christmas seals. When the spring came the ready response of our class to the calls for students for the May carnival furnished one of the brightest chapters in the Dunbar history. There has never been a group more anxious or more elated with the arrival of a great event and more thrilled than our group of first year students at its school drill. All the enthusiasm Freshmen could have shown, was exhibited by our group with its songs and cheers echoing across the American League Park. Two-thirds of companies A and B were composed of boys from our Freshman group. But aside from this the future held a great deal for us. Our boys practically filled the light-weight groups on the track teams. In this feature of athletics there were two stars among us; namely, Elmer Weatherless and Welker Underdown. In addition to this outdoor sport we were well represented on the football team as there were two Freshmen on the team; namely, Welker Underdown and J. of whom were highly commended for the glory which the to Dunbar. We also had a representative in the school orc Alfred Scott, unanimously selected because of his talent asa violinist. Besides the several boys who stood out prominently among us in athletic sports, the girls also held enviable places. We had an expert indoor ba: Spriggs, who as the team’s pitcher, never “slipped a cog.” We tried to adhere to the rule “work while you wor! and the one fact of importance of which we were very pr one of the prominent places on the general Roll o onor. i Rosa Montgomery, Nina Thompson, Lorna Taylor, Henana ous yo bee seu cativesl erg and Mabel Shippen, all of whom received the grade of “R” which they pursued. ohn Williams, both y helped to bring back hestra, in the person of seball player, Klotha k and play while you play,” oud was that our group held a Sprague, Ethel Harvey, in the four major studies dase | OFFICERS, SOPHOMORE CLASS Left to right: Mabel Shippen, Treasurer; Ruth Todd, Secretary: Ethel Easley, Vice-President; James Butcher, President, WG Molalla oo aaa Tete Nd Steen RRR ERAeRERR NT The officers of our class were as follows: Stanton Wormley, president; Morteza Sprague, vice-president; Charles West, historian; Alfred Scott, secretary; and Mabel Shippen, treasurer. When our Freshman term closed we felt we had enjoyed a prosperous and happy year. On the eighteenth of September, 1923, a new era begun for us. Those who had successfully completed the course of study required in the Freshman year, became the Sophomores of Dunbar. We now knew what it was to be high school students and were glad to help the entering pupils. Having selected the studies which we intended to pursue, we went about our task with a will. The work seemed harder than that of the previous year but we tried hard to let nothing daunt us. We endeavored to keep up our sportsmanship, and members from our group con- tinued to hold several of the prominent places in the field of athletics. Our boys who had occupied the light-weight group the previous year fell in with the middle weights at this time, and section D-4, composed principally of Sophomores won, among the other groups against whom it competed. For the second time we were called upon to help in the selling of Christmas seals in which movement we readily responded. Of the one-hundred and twenty-five par- ticipants in the Christmas carnival, thirty-one were Sophomores. At the close of the first semester we continued to occupy a place on the general Roll of Honor. Our first year honor pupils held a place on the roll which was further increased by several others from our group. The entire number was nine; namely Rosa Montgomery, Nina Thompson, Lorna Taylor, Ethel Harvey, Mabel Shippen, Louise Lashley, Marion Ferebee, Ethel Easly, and Mildred Utz. It was not until April 4th that we elected the officers of our class who are as fol- lows: president, elected by a unanimous vote, James Butcher; vice-president, Ethel Easly; secretary, Ruth Todd; and treasurer, Mabel Shippen. We are endeavoring to become the finest group of students of which Dunbar will ever boast, and we are making our mark by following the words of this little verse: Let us then be up and doing, With a heart for any fate, Still achieving, still pursuing, Learn to labor—‘“not” to wait. MIRIAM M. HUTCHINS, B-4 are ITLL TOT STEN NSTESVSINSISIS SSIS 115 OFFICERS, FRESHMAN CLASS Left to right: Custis Syphax, Secretary; Wilder Montgomery, President; Monroe Gregory, Vice-President; Nancy Robinson, Treasurer. ; The Freshman Class T= zs AVING SUCCESSFULLY CLIMBED the ladder of the grades, we now turn [ ; j to a new set of rungs which will raise us many steps higher toward our Spe ambition—a good, substantial education. We intend to struggle onward, to | overcome any trials or pitfalls that we may meet. With the help of our ‘| teachers, we are confident that we shall attain our end. Five hundred and twenty-three students compose the Freshman class, have been represented on the Honor Roll of the school by eight students: Olga Beckwith, Belle Tobias, Emily Thompson, Henri Bailey, Wilder Montgomery, Carl Beckwith, Grace Ridgeley, and Carolyn Shorter. The class has also been recognized in the various activities outside of the class- room. The Dunbar Athletic Association has received the loyal support of the Fresh- men, and our classmate, Burchard Allen, has been elected assistant treasurer of the association. Some of our boys displayed considerable athletic ability in the inter- sectional baseball and basketball games; and made a very creditable showing in the inter-class indoor track-meet, running a close second in a score of 33-32. A number of these boys intend to be present at the try-out for the Dunbar track team. One of the several clubs which the Freshmen maintain, is the History II Club. Directed by their sponsor, Miss Mary O’H. Williamson, the members hope to stimulate interest in research work and to increase interest in history generally. The Boys’ Freshman Club, with Mr. William M. Brewer as their sponsor, plans to combine work and play in pleasure trips to places of educational interest. They are also going to form a debating team and a baseball nine. The officers of the Freshman class are: McRoy Goldman, president; Monroe Greg- ory, vice-president; Carl Beckwith, secretary; Nancy Robinson, treasurer, RANDALL EVANS, H-2, CORNELIUS RIDGELEY, G-2 Left to right: Ist Lieut. David L. Utz; Capt. Joseph H. Jenkins; Maj. Reginald H. Mtichell; Lieut. Col. Francis A. Gregory; Capt. Joseph Davis; 2nd Lieut. Bruce Robinson Sawer SIAM a AAA oe ae a eer or Pee LIEUTENANT COLONEL'S STAFF oe _ — a rs tC _—— z ue — r } _—— a Se 3 rely Sere COMMISSIONED OFFICERS a APARNA TITAN UVM Peele anmeaaa InAs Fee ee rede ed alfa oy a ah BANK OFFICERS Top row, left to right: Archibald Plater, Vice-President; Ivory Whitaker, President; Layard Hughes, Cashier, Bottom row: Ethel Payne, Bookkeeper; Bernard Alexander, Teller; Inez Walker, Secretary. THE DUNBAR HIGH SCHOOL SAVINGS BANK Mr. J. B. Allen Organized, March 1, 1917 ‘ Faculty Supervisors .................... Mr. W. L. Smith, Principal PaReropaleramounte of deposits fade ca- 645 nob éaschisdc cone oasis ccs ne eee $59,018.63 Mr. D. B. Thompson Aggregate number of Gepositorapi arses cscs coyisie hans ey 873 Caphpbalancels. srastaqasasc Ss ose oot vas' ct eae. nets ot $5,399.20 BERGE) | Gcpte? GC AREEn Me CoROC: or Gone ane aearene ats, Seana ant 2 4,078.96 Number of Depositors (net) Vice-President: Lillian Collins, Secretary; Mary Morton President. THE GIRLS’ ADVISORY COUNCIL OMPOSED of representatives from every section, the Girls’ Advisory Council is one of Dunbar’s most beneficial organizations. The officers for the year 1923-24 are: Mary Morton, president; Eloise Robinson, vice-president; Lillian Collins, secretary; and Wilhelmina Bullock, treasurer. The purpose of the council is to develop a proper sense of duty and honor in every student of Dunbar. Often we forget that when we are careless and thoughtless we not only affect our own characters, but often infringe upon the rights and privileges of others. The council stresses the need of observing this fact. Other mat- ters of this nature are brought before the council through its members and are dis- Opinions are given and moves for the betterment of adverse conditions are made. The results of the discussions are carried back to the students. In this. way the students of the entire school are made active members of the council and are cussed. benefited. The representatives themselves receive direct benefit. On each member is placed the responsibility of laying faulty conditions before the council. This aids the develop- ment of the powers of observation. The spirit of co-operation is made greater, for no girl in the council could possibly reach all students or detect all conditions that need remedy. - f } The Girls’ Advisory Council can well be said to have a more far-reaching effect than any other organization of Dunbar. MARY MORTON, B-8. THE GIRLS’ ADVISORY COUNCIL Left to right: Wilhelmina Bullock, Treasurer; Eloise Robinson, OFFICERS, CHRISTMAS POST OFFICE Top row, left to right: Kline Price, Chief Mailing Division; Lillian Washington, Chief Stamp Division; Clinton Williams, Chief Receiving Division. Bottom row: William Brown, Assistant Postmaster; Leonard Hill, Postmaster General; Wenonah Bond, Treasurer. BULLETIN OF FIFTH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS POST OFFICE December 17, 1923 Spread the Christmas Spirit by a greeting card. Post Office open from 8:30 P.M. Monday, December 17, to close of recess, Friday, December 21, 1923, before and after school; during intermission; and at recess periods. Post cards, Christmas letters, small packages may be sent to faculty, students or em- ployees of Dunbar or nearby schools. Mail boxes will be placed in each section room and at Post Office. All mail must have name and school address of sender. No sealed mail accepted. Mail for school officials, teachers or pupils of nearby schools will be forwarded. Such mail must be registered. In case of doubt apply to “Information Bureau” or “Directory Division.” Return all undelivered mail to “Dead Letter Office.” Postage Rates: Cards and Letters, one seal; istry, three seals. Miss Mary L, Europe, Mr, James H. Cowan, Parcels, two seals; Specials and Regis- Leonard M. Hill, C-8, Postmaster General Sponsors. FINANCIAL STATEMENT Receipts: 5,750 Post Cards @ 1c each .......0..cccseecc een. BAC rate eo $57.50 8,792 Red Cross Stamps @ 1e Cache rege eke tr ee ee 87.92 phocaleRecelpts a, site. cat ae aa Aner scr $145.42 Expenses: 8,792 Red Cross Stampsia, no eee 5,000 Post Cards @ $3.50 per 1000 ... 1,000 Post Cards @ $4.50 per 1000 Total Expenses $87.92 - 17.50 4.50 Net Receipts Leonard M. Hill, Postmaster General I | MALIN WAN | See SS aie —-—J ) a VHS Re Dino ra RRR RAAT TUTTI! TAIRA AAA PRR ETNA NOI TTCNlN BOYS’ GLEE CLUB THE SPECIAL CHORUS ®] T IS GENERALLY CONCEDED that the Negro race is intensely musical, and § unsurpassed in beautiful voices capable of expressing deep feeling. This $ being true it is logical that in our schools expression should be encouraged along the lines in which we naturally excel. Accordingly, about 1910, there was formed in old M Street High School a Girls’ Glee Club, sponsored by Miss Mary L. Europe. The parts in this group were particularly well balanced and four part choruses like “Annie Laurie” were sung with good effect. Solos, duets, trios and quartets were also rendered, and “The Gitanos” an operetta by Coleridge-Taylor, was presented. The Boys’ Glee Club was organized in 1904 by Mr. Gerald Tyler, teacher of music in M Street High School, and later, Mr. Ernest Amos became sponsor. There were many fine voices in the club. Later the Girls’ and Boys’ Glee Clubs were combined to form a Special Chorus. The purpose of this organization was to provide musical activity for the especially interested pupil; to afford the students larger opportunity for musical expression than the regular class could give; to aid the school to love music more and to appreciate good music; to assist other departments of the school in providing instructive student entertainment; to connect the school with the community wherever possible, not only by furnishing entertainment, but also by qualifying students to enter community activities along musical lines, This first Special Chorus was the best the school has had so far as quality and balance of voices is concerned. There were sopranos who had clear sweet tones on high “C,” tenors who sang “A” with ease and basses who sang the low “F” with sur- prising sonority. This chorus performed difficult works that no chorus since has been qualified to undertake. Some of these were Coleridge-Taylor’s “Hiawatha’s Wedding Feast”; “Sextet from Lucia”—Donizetti; “Crossing the Bar”—Huss; “O Southland’— Rosamond Johnson. Great success was attained by them during the dedication of the new Dunbar High School. The Special Choruses have presented, besides the usual the operettas “Love’s Sacrifice”—Chadwick; “Priscilla”—Suret Loomis; “Childe Jesus”——Clokey and Kirk, and nume by members of the faculty actively interested in scho The present chorus, numbering sixty-four lent one in point of sight reading, They are pr miscellaneous programs, te; “Mary the Maiden”— rous musical comedies, arranged ol activities. girls and forty-one boys, is an excel- eparing “The Peace Pipe” by Converse. ETHEL POWELL, A-8. SPEER eer oro er rrr arr i TRAE RRAARRAR Se ealetatel el elfol el lela fol ol od oly 124 ir mg DSS Re ERR R RCRA T ERRNO N ARATE ASEAN eA STS SITS Tee eee ele eTe ereleeLeUeIeL ee oy SENIOR SPONSORS Bottom row, left to right: Wenonah Bond, Julia Dulany, Rhoda Davis, Rozelle Cowzer Middle row: Lillian Washington, Doris Ridgley, Pansy Major, Lucille Alexander Top row: Violet Tibbs, Sara Moore, Susie Tate, Janet Avery THE SENIOR SPONSORS H! we toast marshmallows, climb trees, play ball, take pictures—in fact, we have a perfectly lovely time. And that isn’t the half of what we do when the Senior sponsors and their Freshmen get together; for not only do we go a’hiking, but we have a program, and parties and picnics as well. The Senior sponsors think the world of their Freshman “children,” while each Freshman, es akY, in turn, thinks no other Senior exactly compares with her own “big sister”’— and it isn’t only because of the picnics and parties either. It is because the sponsors watched over the Freshmen when they were “peanies” entering this “wonderful, mag- nificent Dunbar” with eagerness in their faces and throbs in their breasts, with hearts full of hopes and minds full of aspirations. It was to keep the hopes alive, and to keep the aspirations fresh and ever before them that the “big sister” had to be on hand to encourage, guide, help, and correct. When the semester opened in September, bringing in hundreds of high school Freshmen, Senior girls were assigned the duty (and privilege) of conducting the en- tering students to their various section rooms, and of seeing that each had his pro- gram correctly made out. They were then responsible for the welfare of those stu- dents until a special section-sponsor had been assigned to them. For the first few days the Senior in charge took her section to each of its class rooms, advising the Freshmen as to school traffic regulations, the stairs to take when going up or down, and the shortest routes to different parts of the building. After the classes were permanently organized, the sponsors introduced their ” to all the extra-curricula activities: the French, Spanish, Latin, Science and Civics clubs, and the Athletic Association. In order to stimulate high scholarship, the purpose of each club was discussed; and to arouse to fine school spirit, membership in the Athletic Association was encouraged. Afterwards, the Freshmen and their spon- sors spent off-periods together discussing points of school etiquette and reading aloud from a helpful little volume entitled “Manners and Conduct in School and Out.” These meetings served to bring Freshman classmates closer to each other, and the “Preshies (Continued on page 154) 125 Piel iq dj Piece BX; - Be) ef) el hf ee ed ed ed ed ed ee ed ee fe fn of ped fo pa Slee eelolelol ley OFFICERS, ART CLUB Bottom row, left to right: Elizabeth Anderson, President; Louise Jefferson, Vice-President. ; Top rew: Mildred Barton, Secretary; Beatrice Boyd, Assistant Secretary THE ART CLUB secretary. A series of talks on Greek, Egyptian, Roman and Persian art | was given by Miss Nixon at after school meetings. These talks were so inspiring that the members who returned in the fall of the 1923 school year re-organized the club. New members were enrolled. Elizabeth An- derson, ’24, succeeded the first president. Louise Jefferson was elected vice-president and Mildred Barton re-elected secretary. The first half of the year was spent in the study of the works of old masters. Cimabue, Corregio, Botticelli, Perugino, DaVinci, Raphael, Titian, Van Dyck, and Rembrandt, as well as American painters, were among the many masters and their works studied. Reproductions of the paintings were exhibited for the purpose of noting the color scheme, style and harmony of the masters. The nineteen twenty-four club inaugurated the Art Club pin. This pin is a beautiful palette design made by Louise Jefferson, and has been adopted as the standard for future clubs. Most of the members are major drawing pupils. No restriction however, is made for membership; just a desire to stimulate his or her interest in art renders the stu- dent eligible. The club has among its members: Elizabeth Anderson, Lucille Alexan- der, Mildred Barton, Beatrice Boyd, Wenonah Bond, Virginia Davis, Dorothy Houston, Lawrence Edelin, Louise Jefferson, Julia Johnson, Olive Lacy, Louise Lashley, Nettie Beverly, Isabelle Mathews, Fannie Muse, Helen Payne, Ethel Powell, Ruth Pinkett, Mary Miller, Joseph Smith and Elaine Washington. Spring journeys to the art galleries an At these places the members saw and studi graduating members of the Art Club have d d the Library of Congress were planned. ed the works of American geniuses, The elightful memories of the club’s activities. JOSEPH SMITH, D-8. TeleISIeSIOSTOO | On this Hi O lap Corl sul we ent am Bing bo you (y, he hot will last Uvaighet Ue Soar A JOYFUL YULEFIDE T THINK (HERE'S NOTHING SOURNWERFEL Ag HAWTG A DEAR, TRE PRUE EINE WR BAY THE COMME MEAR BAG YOO PEACE Mio HARHESS. AO POSTERITY TCO. Nothing can express mare frendship The ne a 2 “ pa . Breeting,— AMerry Christmas and Teo Year.” o}taey MARY equcen 2, Y To wish yo, you happiness And Christmas Ch THE HONOR SOCIETY Left to right: James Henry, Treasurer: Beatrice Walker, Secretary; Ralph Wright, President; Carolyn Evans, Vice-President. HONOR SOCIETY 7 ITH its membership composed of all pupils whose names had appeared on the General Honor Roll since its establishment two years before, the Dunbar High School Honor Society was organized, October, 1923. The requirements for the General Honor Roll are the grades of Excellent in all major subjects and Satisfactory in all minor subjects. Twelve pupils accordingly were ad- mitted to the society, six Juniors and six Seniors. They were: Enid Cook, Dorothy Davis, Annette Hawkins, Beatrice Walker, James Henry and David Utz, Ju- niors; Janet Avery, Carolyn Evans, Mary Morton, Sara Moore, Joseph Jenkins and Ralph Wright, Seniors. The officers elected were: Ralph Wright, president; Carolyn Evans, vice-president; Beatrice Walker, secretary; and James Henry, treasurer. The Constitution Committee consisted of Joseph Jenkins, Carolyn Evans, and James Henry. After the organization of the society, plans were formulated for the year’s pro- gram and a constitution was drawn up and adopted. The constitution, builded as nearly as possible on the ideals of those interested in the establishment of the Honor Society, was presented to and accepted by Miss Brooks, in charge of activities. A Dunbar Creed was prepared by Annette Hawkins, for acceptance by the society and for later presentation to the student body. In the meantime, however, the Dunbar Honor Society was in communication, through its sponsor, Miss E. H. Brown, with Mr. H. V. Church, secretary of the Na- tional Honor Society of Secondary Schools, regarding the possibility of affiliating with that organization, The secretary sent the required information and copies of the constitution of the national scciety. After a careful study, the Dunbar Honor Society decided to accept the constitution of the national society and formally sought admis- sion into that body. Accordingly, on April 8, 1924, the National Honor Society of Secondary Schools granted a charter to the Dunbar Chapter. The National Honor Society consists at present of over two hundred chapters, all having uniform constitutions and insignia. The object of the organization is “to create an enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote worthy leadership, and to encourage the development of character in the pupils of the schools.” Membership is based then on “scholarship, leadership, service and character.” Its membership is limited to a certain proportion of Seniors and Juniors. A council of teachers serves as an advisory board to the chapter. This council is composed of W. L. Smith, principal; J. E. Brooks, assistant principal; E. H. Brown, i. B. Dykes; J. E. Datcher, E. L. Haynes, G. D. Houston, and C. C. McDuffie. OFFICERS, DEBATING SOCIETY Bottom row. left to right: Doris Ridgley, Vice-President; Howard Bailey, President; Lillian Washington, Top row; Julia Dulany, Edward Beaubian, Program Committee retary THE DEBATING SOCIETY “To be or not to be’—Hamlet’s famous soliloquy, was a debate with himself. When Caesar rode up and down the banks of the Rubicon, he was considering both sides of a momentous question. To be able to consider questions intelligently whether they be great or small; to arouse interest in geographical, historical, political, economical, and social questions, and to offer proper training and direction to those who might be interested in that age old activity, the debate, the Debating Society was formed. It is one of the most interesting and instructive organizations of the Dunbar High School. Through the dis- ssion of topics of current interest the students learn to develop clear, concise, and e, besides, a poise which is necessary not only in the but in any effective oral expression. ent in for debating practical argument, and acquir delivery of debates and orations, Notwithstanding the fact that exceedingly few students w 1923-24, the regular meetings have been very profitable. On May 15, an held with the debating team of the Howard Hi gh School of 29, Dunbar debated Douglass High School in this year, inter-scholastic debate was Wilmington, Delaware; and on May Baltimore. LILLIAN WASHINGTON, A-8 sARADR PR UUAAASVUAOPA ATAU PUNT MAOATATITTTATTNOTe irae ENE a OFFICERS, FRENCH CLUB Bottom row, left to right: Annetta Hawkins, President; Beatrice Walker, Vice-President Top row: Francis Gregory, Critic; Carolyn Evans, Treasurer; William Brown, Secretary THE FRENCH CLUB ] PONSORED by the capable teachers of the French Department, the French Club of Dunbar High School was organized in November, 1923. All stu- dents who had completed at least one year of French were eligible for membership. At the first meeting the name “Le Cercle Francais” was chosen, and the following officers were elected: president, Annette Hawkins; N vice-president, Beatrice Walker; secretary, William Brown; treasurer, Caro- lyn Evans; critic, Francis Gregory. The purpose of the club is to stimul ate interest in French among the pupils of Dunbar, to effect a spirit of co-operatio mon the part of the various French classes, and to offer some degree of entertainment to the school, The first project of the club was a French Carnival, worked up under the guidance of Mme. Bryson. As an added feature, a French play, entitled “Limitation,” was pre- sented, showing a French club in operation. The Carnival proper Conaistell of dances floats, vocal and orchestral numbers, and drills. The entire affair was a great Atte cess and was heartily enjoyed by all. The proceeds were employed t se, se ad- ditional French literature for the Dunbar Library, vs See ces The regular meetings of the club are on the first Mo dues charged are used to buy current Club contemplates several other French periodical. Indeed the club is nday in every month, and the mes and papers. The French ing the publishing of a small et tetrad oN RAPT OFFICERS, PLAYERS’ GUILD Left to right: Jennie Butcher, Secretary; Rachel Tolson, Manager; Lucy Johnson, Vice-President; Edward Beaubian, President THE PLAYERS’ GUILD URING the second semester of the year 1922 Dunbar opened its first classes in dramatic interpretation. This was an act of great importance as it had long been considered essential to the welfare of our group that high school students receive training along the line of dramatic interpretation. Dur- ing the same semester, as a result of the introduction of this course an organization known as the Players’ Guild made its initial appearance. It is an organization composed of students from the classes in dramatic interpretation, and the present officers are: Edward Beaubian, president; Lucey Johnson, vice-president; Jennie Butcher, secretary-treasurer; Rachel Tolson, business manager; and Miss Mary P. Burrill, the organizer and faculty director. At its first meeting, the Players’ Guild adopted the following creed: We believe in the beauty and the power of the spoken word. We believe in the theatre as a meeting place for many arts—literature, the spoken word, painting, dancing, music. (Continued on page 154) SPRAPVUPUPAAUAP UWI UVTI] SERS PRE ereae RIERA REAEEORARRERPRMRERAAA OFFICERS, LATIN CLUB Bottom row, left to right: Lucille Payne, Vice-President; Mary Morton, President; Miriam Hutchinson, Secretary Top row: Charles West, Business Manager; Morteza Sprague, Treasurer THE LATIN CLUB [a] EBRUARY 15, 1924, a group of students met to discuss the formation of a y Latin Club. A month later the club was officially organized for the purpose of stimulating interest in the study of Latin. In spite of its late organization the club has been able to do much toward . | the accomplishment of its end. Several moving pictures depicting Roman | Dali life and customs were presented, among them “Julius Caesar,” “Ben Hur,” and “Spartacus.” Another very instructive and entertaining affair was a play, “Ludus,” given in Latin. The play was concerned with the Roman School and afforded an opportunity for an appreciation of Roman methods and a comparison of these methods with our own. Thus was the life seed of this club planted. it has reached the embryonic stage. As ye full maturity, and become a great power The success of the club thus far has been very lar, tiative of Mr. Jennings Newsome, its organizer and s With great care and nourishment ars go by we hope that it will grow to and influence for good in the life of the school, gely due to the energy and ini- ponsor, ed XG OFFICERS, LITERARY CLUB Left to right: Lillian Washington, Chairman Program Committee; Catherine Lewis, Secretary; Pansy Major, President THE DUNBAR LITERARY CLUB LTHOUGH the Dunbar Literary Club is the youngest club in Dunbar, never- theless, it has done a great amount of work in its peculiar field under the guidance of Pansy Major, the president; Catherine Lewis, the secretary; and Miss Clarissa Scott, the sponsor. This club is interested in poetry, particularly modern poetry. In the meetings which are held on the first and third Thursday of each month, the representative works of the modern authors are read and discussed. The life of the poet is reviewed briefly. A program of the poets to be considered was made and a copy presented to each member of the club. This program enables the members to do outside reading on the poet and poetry to be considered at the next meeting so that they may be informed concerning the subjects. The club has considered the life and works of Edna St. Vincent Millay, Edgar Lee Masters, Edwin Arlington Robinson, Robert Frost, Carl Sandburg, Vachal Lindsay, Sara Teasdale, Lizetta Woodworth Reese, Anna Hempstead Branch, Jean Starr Unter- meyer, Adelaide Crapsey, Amy Lowell, Hilda Doolittle, and Hilda Conkling, the child poet. The club plans to read next the life and works of William B. Yates, George W. E. Russell, Fiona Macleod, William Sharp, Rudyard Kipling and John Masefield, Ru- pert Brookes, Robert Nichols and Siegfried Sassoon, who are British, and Alan Seeger and Joyce Kilmer, who are American. Some time will be given to the consideration of the work of Negro poets. On Friday, April 11, Mr. James Weldon Johnson, poet and scholar, addressed the club upon the subject “Negro Poets in America and Their Contributions,” tracing the development of their poetry up to modern times. The address was very interesting to all, being full of information and of inspiration. Z In the Dunbar High School, heretofore, there have been clubs, which have at- tempted to develop every interest but an interest in poetry. The Dunbar Literary Club is doing its best to develop this interest, and the work has made a deep impres- sion on the members because of the enduring beauty revealed and the lasting benefit derived from the study of the poets. THE SPANISH CLUB 2 | Spanish Carnival and Spanish life and customs. Ever since its organization, life of the school. The membership is drawn fro: who have a semester rating of no less than “G.” automatically removes the il fr rship i of its organization, the members of the club rai Meetings are held twice a month. At other interesting features of Spanish life, and its growing popul these meetings memb Thus interest in arity is made more evident. W. BRUCE ROBINSON, OFFICERS, SPANISH CLUB Left to right: Fannin Belcher, Vice-President; William Russell, Secretary; Ivory Whitaker, Treasurer; Edith Flynn, President converse in Spanish, (2) to perpetuate the present other programs depicting typical features of ers present plays and Spanish is maintained C-8. OFFICERS, CIVICS CLUB Left to right: Harvey Bullock, Chairman Membership Committee: Treasurer; Howard Bailey, Chairman Publicity Committee ; Wenonah Bond, Secretary: Rudella Gordon, President; Lillian Syphax, Vice-President THE CIVICS CLUB NE of the most valuable assets to Dunbar is the Civics Club. It is a club whose purpose is wide in its scope, lofty in its ideals, unbiased in its deal- ings, and unselfish in its motives. Its great purpose is to create civic pride among students. Its aim is to awaken and stimulate school spirit; and, by so doing, bring the students and the faculty closer together, in order that they may understand each other, and that perfect harmony may be assured. The Civics Club was first organized in the fall of 1922, and was composed of boys and girls of the Junior and Senior classes. One of the principal achievements of the club that year was its aid in the creation of a “Lost and Found Bureau” which yendered much assistance to the school. Every student who has been so unfortunate as to lose anything, appreciates the effort of the bureau to find the article. The club has grown considerably this year in size and in importance. Early in the fall of the present term, a number of Juniors and Seniors reorganized the club Twenty-five students enrolled, and later, because of its effective work, the membership increased by nearly one-half. At that time, almost every member of the Civie Class became a member of the club. Work was begun immediately, with Miss Bertha McNeill as sponsor. The following were elected as officers: Rudella Gordon, president; Lillian Syphax, vice-president; Wenonah Bond, secretary; Martha Waters, assistant secretary; John Anderson, treasurer; Robert Jackson, chairman of program committee; and Harvey Bullock, chairman of Howard Bailey, chairman of publicity committee; membership committee. ’ : A more democratic organization than the Civics Club will be hard to find, for every member realizes that he is important to the welfare of the club; thus, each works diligently for the betterment of Dunbar. : ; : Whenever the Civics Club decides to do something worth while, or is asked to there is no turning aside until the task is completed. In the late fall, do something, sk (Continued on page 155) - e ; ‘ Robert Jackson, Chairman Program Committee; John Anderson fal Alanonnae nee nEeeeEEeeeeee Mi AAA VUAAVUVVUT AVA UUVT AVVO TE AP MA MCAS My 135 | Oy ce i THE ORCHESTRA DUNBAR HIGH SCHOOL ORCHESTRA | HE VALUE of preliminary training derived from ensemble or group playing which a school orchestra offers is of great importance to one studying or contemplating the study of a musical instrument. The development of a pupil’s co-ordination, the development of his sense of rhythm and time, and the broadening of his musical experience are only some of the benefits to be [xs] derived. A spirit of co-ordination is developed which makes it possible for a player to submerge his own individuality, when necessary, in order to produce the desired unity, or teamwork, that is so important in ensemble playing. It is necessary when two or more instruments are playing the same or different parts of a composition at the same time, that the element of strict time be taken into consideration. This develops in each pupil a faculty for the counting of time, which is a fundamental principle of all music, and one that offers no small amount of difficulty for the student of music. A broadening of a student’s musical experience and appreciation of music is de- sirable from both an educational and musical point of view. Pupils become familiar with orchestral compositions, which are not always adapted as solos. There are other cases in which solo compositions are arranged for an orchestra. In either case both provide a background of experience useful not only for study but also for a broader appreciation of music. Playing in an orchestra also gives one a knowledge of in- struments other than his own. Participation in school functions brings the orchestr and the public. Music is furnished by this school organization for plays given by the school and for the commencement exercises. This gives a pupil valuable experience in public playing, and at the same time lets the public see what the school is doing. CAREY BROWN, C-8. a before the student body Girls’ Physical Training a HYSICAL TRAINING for girls has for its aim preparation for efficient ser- | vice in life. Regular exercise in the open air, plenty of recreation through athletics and games, together with sufficient rest and a well balanced diet, are ¢ A being urged as never before as essential to the general care of the body and $CF| the preservation of health. | eee |} For the underweight students at Dunbar, a milk station has been provided where the best milk is sold at cost. For students having defective teeth and hearing, enlarged tonsils and adenoids, emphasis is placed on the girls’ attitude towards de- fects in order that they may feel the responsibility of having these faults corrected. Students of poor posture take individual corrective exercises in the gymnasium together with such exercises at home as the physical training teachers may recommend. BASEBALL How the arduous task of learning baseball rules, and of successfully applying these rules was dreaded by the girls! Every one, however, determined that the Maj or Physical Training Class of ’24 would go down in Dunbar High School history as having reached new heights in the field of baseball for girls. We formed teams, “rolled up our sleeves” and “dived in”’—and we found the water fine! Interest increased daily. Practices were frequent and games were played. Training, on the whole, became so intense that the Potomacs and the Griff- men have no greater claim to hard work. From this group, two representative teams were selected, the Senior and the Junior Major Physical Training teams. Competition for the championship was begun. The games were well attended; the rivalry was intense, but friendly; and the end of the season brought victory to the Juniors. Under the sponsorship of Mrs. Connelly, Miss E. Williamson, Miss Chandler and Mrs. Amos, baseball for girls has been a success; and physical development, mental alertness, co-operation, and a sense of responsibility are some of the benefits obtained. SUSIE TATE, A-8 BASKETBALL Basketball for girls has been wisely included in the course of study at Dunbar, The first game played this year was one of wild running, tumbling, and scrambling. Without a doubt, an on-looker would have been reminded of a game of Chinese tag. However, the shrill whistle of the referee soon ended the scramble, and the players were cautioned to use more head work. p ‘ Later, the girls were trained in passing the ball and in shooting goals; and under the supervision of Mr. Evans marked improvement was made, and games were sched- uled with other teams. i : : Basketball promotes good sportsmanship and wholesome rivalry in girls, and ri rd law-abiding citizenship. contributes much towar een ed ora MTT AN | sa GIRLS’ BASEBALL TEAM THE GIRLS’ HIKING CLUB The Girls’ Hiking Club was organized this year among the girls of the class in Major Physical Training. Its purpose was to stimulate a liking for outdoor activities and to foster a love of nature. Mrs. Theresa Connelly was sponsor of the club. Under her guidance a program of hikes was planned for Saturdays during the year. Hikes were taken to the monas- tery, to Rock Creek Park and to various other places of interest. Teachers from the different departments of the school accompanied the groups on each of these occasions. The hiking club proved to be one of the most popular activities of the year. aaaaaemama SEES colo dT A er eral lA Aelelo Taal crol ell : Hele) K fe) Q San ERROR RINT UO Po OAS Boel oleae ole | | : , 139 GIRLS’ RIFLE CLUB Bottom row, left to right: Janet Avery, Emma Pinkney, Beatrice Boyd, Catherine Lewis, Mary Johnson, Dorothy Sinkfield, Templemae Muse b- Top row: Helen Lewis, Alice Lane, Oneita Kaye, Catherine Hammond, Lillian Syphax, Lois Pair, Jeannette Tyler THE GIRLS’ RIFLE CLUB @| N 1923, the Girls’ Rifle Club was organized, and it has already developed into 7 a very progressive school activity. At the beginning of this term it was found necessary to limit the membership to Juniors and Seniors, since the number of applicants was so great that adequate provision could not be made for all the girls who wished to join. re Gal A very pleasant feature of this year’s program was the outdoor rifle prac- tice held in October at the Davis farm. On this occasion the Hiking Club joined the rifle team. Besides the rifle practice there were games of baseball and basketball. The many snap shots which were taken show how enjoyable the day was spent. Both clubs appreciated greatly the hospitality of the Davis family. Captain York, in- structor of the team, and Miss Mustapha, the sponsor, accompanied the girls on this outing. Just before the Christmas recess a competition was held to determine the per- sonnel of the Junior and Senior teams. The following girls, who made the highest Scores were chosen: Seniors—Beatrice Boyd, Juanita Belte, Mary Johnson, Bernese Hackney, Oneita Kave, Catherine Lewis, Templemae Muse, Thelma Robinson, Dorothy Sinkfield and Jeannette Tyler; Juniors—Elizabeth Syphax, Emma Armstrong, Luey Brown, Hermione Lloyd, Helen Lewis, Alice Lane, Lois Pair, Doris Shumate, Catherine Hammond, Genevieve Francis. Templemae Muse was chosen as a captain of t as captain of the Junior team. In the shooting match : n praise of Captain York, whose patient instruction readiness to help, and encouragement, made possible the excellent record in marksman- ship of both the teams. aR R Peewee r III IIo o II III OM IMAI aoa elseif foley felfel eared fad SNAPSHOTS BY GIRLS’ HIKING CLUB A PANAVIIVNAN IIIS | 1 lle) elel peeled eyelrel elias STEREO IMMUN MONON Moa oo lM eel a el lla eh cl ae THRO °x] OFFICERS, ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Top row, left to right: Michael Wright, 1st Assistant Treasurer; Ralph Wrig ht, Vice-President Bottom row: Ellis Kendall, President; Rhoda Davis, Secretary; Burchard Allen, 2nd Assistant Treasurer DUNBAR ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION UNBAR’S ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION for 1923-24 was slow in organizing. }| The membership fee was reduced from one dollar to fifty cents, and over six hundred students paid full membership fees. The following were elected officers for the year: president, Ellis Kendall; secretary, Rhoda Davis; vice- president, Ralph Wright; assistant treasurer, Michael Wright; second assistant treasurer, Richard Allen. The Physical Training Department for boys has emphasized formal gymnastics and apparatus work less, and has developed intra-mural games and plays more. Every normal boy has had an opportunity to participate in highly organized team games in class periods, and has been encouraged to practice the skill developed in such games outside of regular school hours. The essential idea underlying physieal training for boys is that not only should the boy take prescribed exercise under supervision, but that he should feel the need for physical exercise to build up both body and mind. Every boy in Dunbar has been given an examination and from the records obtained he has been advised of his condition, and has been told how to better it, 142 =, OFFICERS, LETTER CLUB Left to right: Nathaniel Slaughter, Secretary; Michael Wright, President; Edward Foster, Vice-President THE “D” CLUB ANUARY, 1924, witnessed the organization of a new club, the Dunbar Letter Club, with the following officers: Michael Wright, president; Edward Foster, vice-president; Nathaniel Slaughter, secretary; and Mr. C. L. Pinderhughes faculty adviser. The aim of the club is to join all men who have won a letter in any major ¢ sport. The club is to include in its membership boys who are still in school and every alumnus of Dunbar and old M Street who won a letter during his school life. The club desires to aid the Athletic Association in every way it can by contributing money personally, and by soliciting contributions from alumni. The club hopes to adopt a design for a pin which will be worn by every letter man and recognized everywhere as a symbol of the success of the wearer in the field of sports. It is hoped that every letter man, both graduate and under-graduate will rally to the support of the club and the school. MICHAEL WRIGHT, D-4. THE SWIMMING Poot, a IEEE IR RAMs Official Cheer Leader: Leonard M. Hill Mascots, left to right: Highwarden Just, Baseball ; Charles A. Marshall, Jr.. Basketball; Charles Philip Butcher, Football WILLIE WEE WOE Willle Wee Woe! Willie Wee Woe! Willie Wee Woe, Wee Woe, Wee Woe! Boom! Get a rat-trap bigger than a cat-trap. Boom! Get a rat-trap bigger than a cat-trap. Conibus! Conibus! Sis! Boom! Bah! Dunbar! Dunbar! Rah! Rah! Rah! PePITeT PITTA TAP AATAT AA VAT TA ATW AVATAR ATT AAA AAW IRAP A Rae aaa eae eelelelay anaanan 145 THE FOOTBALL TRAM im 7 ° Soe r e- 4ae tag © | lik a e ht : e A “ ‘oe ees z ram ¥ : TANNIN Rw THE BASKETBALL TEAM FOOTBALL THE TEAM Line up: Right End .......+.++s+eeeeees Foster Left Tackle ......----++++-+e++ Brown Right Tackle .M. Wright Left End .... .W. Jackson Right Guard .........++++-++0++ Moore Quarter Back . ..E, Kendall Center ...---++++++ A. Rollins Full Back .....-- . Robinson Left Guard ......seeeeeeseecees J. Hall Right Half Back ....-.--+-+++ C, Bryson Left Half Back .... That football is a man’s game, and one of the b of the body, is believed by the above line-up. When the football season opened, the prospects for the Dunbar team we advanced the team, under the guidance of Coach Saunders, Many candidates appeared the first day, but after the hard just enough men out to make two teams. bright; but as the season took on another aspect. drills exacted their toll, there were This year the team took three trips as follows: The hardest games were played on the out-of-town fields. t Dunbar and went down in defeat, with Dunbar showing ship in each game. Dunbar had a championship Foster and Jackson, were good on catching for- d Wright, were sure to get their man; the two hrough; the center, Rollins, was precise in d his head in tight places; the full back, and Philadelphia, Pa. Team after team me sterling qualities and good sportsman team this year because the two ends, ward passes; the two tackles, Brown an guards, Moore and his passes; the quarter bac’ Hall, never let a man t k, Kendall, use ates jaan Bie eee Burton est games for the development re not Annapolis, Md.; Baltimore, Md.; Robinson, could plunge a line; the left half back, Burton, could drop kick; the right half Packs Bryson, could plunge a line and make long end runs; and, finally, because I ers i 4 ” spirit in them. unswerving “fight-to-the-end” spirit in a The pee een siete game ended Dunbar’s glorious season. The team played through the whole season without a defeat and with only one score against them. It will be rather a disappointment if the team of 1925 does not hold up this record, in- it will retain most of this year’s crack players. Ser nts Beni Score Card: Dunbar 20; U.S. 5S. Cumberland 6 Dunbar 19; Manassas 0 Dunbar 22; Baltimore High School 0 ; Dunbar 13; Harrison High School 0 Dunbar 7; Bordentown 0 7 C ffal 0 (forfeit) Dunbar 27; Armstrong 0 Danes oa ELLIS A. KENDALL, C-8. BASKETBALL Mr. Clyde C. McDuffie ....-.---- Coach Ellis Kendall, ’24 ......-0-+-e-+eee ¥ Capt. Walter Jackson ’24 Elmer Weatherless, ’26 ...-----++++- F Doyle Lancaster, ’24 Ralph Wright, ’24 ...-.----+++++e Cc Ennis Henry, ’26 .....-..«-.+--: aes Lenoir Cook, ’25 .......- rcs stersteresetcs G Oliver: Hill, 26) 2 10% 00 ene aie'n oie « eons “J sing of arms and the man’—and in book after book Virgil recounts the ex- ploits of the sturdy Trojans. Other epics and more accurate histories are filled with brilliant pictures of great men, who by sheer force of will and physical prowess have risen above their fellowmen. In Dunbar’s modern history, Virgils and near Virgils have sung the praises of men who have outreached their fellowmen, and who have battled on basketball courts with co-ordination of mind and body, great physical power, outstanding personality, science, skill, and teamwork. This year’s team was composed of men who had never played together before; but in spite of this and their lack of experience, the coach whipped them into good form. Owing to the fast passing and the ability of all the men in shooting goals, the team, though forced to play college and semi-professional teams for the most part, won eight of its seventeen games. Captain Jackson and Lenoir Cook were noted for their close guarding, as well as their ability to score. Mac Weatherless invariably dazed and astonished the opposi- tion with his lightning passes. Abie Kendall played the floor well, and was particu- larly accurate when he had time to steady himself. Wright played well in center; and, on account of his ability to cage the ball from many angles, made the highest score during the season. We pe no Cie gg team, but we at least had the benefit of instruction in sportsmanship and court etiquette, as well as individua’ ini the satisfaction of defeating the only high school team Pee eich Season 1923-1924 Dunbar Scores are given first. EST Th Bat catalina etal clalalala'cTa! avaraia'arainais Dunbar Hi eh: Wis Vase gaa 18-1 Manchesters we Phi Beta Sigma Aes Miner Normal Silent Five Sentinels ...... Community A. C. ; unit: es Normal . Buffalo An Bon 31-19 eavers ....... Om i iePledena en i Miner Normal Sean rhe Piadeces WERENT Geo denn SAE BT, Ie ec eee aera = Mato tala a Pe 46-12 148 PRAVTIRVLAUUATARAATNATATTAAN | Dy Awe P eae | WV TIVAASVa ANE oa S15) As w , 45%) o = Tae THE TRACK TEAM TRACK The call for the track team was answered by more than fifty candidates, among whom may be found basketball and football stars. The team this year expects to win every point possible in both the Howard and the Hampton meets. With Liggons and Day of Penn Relay fame, Mailer and Daugherty noted for distance events, Scott and Cropp together with other fast stars in the dash event, and Roster, a promising broad jumper, Miller, a weight man, and Skinner, a high jumper, the team gives promise of becoming invincible, The most promising candidates are hard to pick; but among the outstanding are Burton, a century man, and Wilson, a distance man, who may win new honors for Dunbar. WILLIAM SKINNER, B-7. Vol. II. No. 5 GIRLS’ RIFLE CLUB A Rifle Club has been organized among the girls of Dunbar High School. Captain Yurk is instructing the club, assisted by Lieutenant Kin- caid. Miss Mustepha is faculty ad- viser. Great enthusiasm has been shown by the girls for this new enterprise, and already over two-hundred have joined. Practice is held on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoon in the rifle range. Later it is planned to spend Satur- days out in the country where prac- tice ranges can be set up. The girls are looking forward to the time when they can become proficient enough to hold inter-class matches. Rex Club Notes President West presided at the last meeting of the Rex Club, Monday, February 26. Matters of importance were brought to the attention of the club. A motion picture for the bene- fit of the 23 Year Book is to be shown on Wednesday, March 7. Announce- ment was made that all of the Rex pins must be ordered at once so that all the boys will have them in time for the Easter Prom. This year the Rex is to be different from all previous clubs. The annual Easter Prom is now being planned. It is to be unique in every way. De- tails have not yet been disclosed. Members of the Rex are still active in regulating the traffic about the school. The Senior Class The Senior class met on Monday, February 26. The question of the kind of rhetorical the class will offer this spring was decided upon. A mu- sical comedy, or some form of exer- cise which will give all the members of the class with stage talent an op- portunity to participate will be pre- sented. President Carpenter class that manuscripts i song and poem would be received by him. From those poemd submitted, the best will be chosen to represent the class. informed the for the class (Facsimile page from Dunbar Ledger) r Dunbar Ledger Dunbar High School, Washington, D. C., First March Issue, 1923 Sc per Copy DUNBAR CIVIC CLUB The Dunbar Civic Club is meeting with an enthusiastic response from the students, under the direction of Dutton Ferguson, president; Harold Hawthorne, secretary, and Miss B. C. Mc iell, faculty adviser. The purpose of the club is to arouse in the student body a more intense civic pride and community spirit. Projects are under way to stimulate good citizenship, proper school spirit and loyalty, good conduct and other problems of in- terest. “DUNBAR NIGHT” “Dunbar Night” will be held March 26, at the Metropolitan Church, when the entire student body will be pres- ent and a program will be given, launching the Educational Week movement. The committee in charge consists of: Miss C. A. Atwood, chair- man; James Cowan, vice-chairman; J. Saunders, N. H. Thomas, Miss M. P. Burrill, Miss A. W. Grimke, Mrs. T. L. Connelly, Miss E. W. William- son, Mr. E. B. Henderson, Miss M. L. Europe, H. L, Grant and A- W. Bur- leigh. HOWARD RECOGNIZES BUSINESS DEPARTMENT The graduates of the Department of Business Practice are now admitted to the Junior College of Howard Uni- versity, preparatory to their entering the Senior School of Commerce and Finance. Though a few graduates had been admitted, the policy of How- ard University was not to accept commercial subjects for entrance units. After a yéar of correspondence and conferences, the Department of Business Practice has won a merited victory for recognition. EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM OF BUSINESS DEPARTMENT The educational program of the Department of Business Practice for the current scholastic year is as fol- lows: BOTANY CLASSES PLAN GARDEN The students of the Botany course, under Mr. Murray are very enthu- siastic about the prospects of having the laboratory features of the present course in Botany enlarged by pro- viding for work yn the school’s green- house, located in the northwest corner of the building. It is planned that the innovation shall serve as a stepping stone to greater usefulness. The edu- cational and practical value of Botany is to be stressed, and the work at school will be correlated with that of the home. Later on it is hoped that land can be secured in close proximity to the school, whereby this work can be fur- ther enlarged, especially in the fall and spring seasons, by providing an out door laborAtery in the form of a school garden. THE FLEUR-DE-LIS CLUB During the present year the Fleur- de-lis Club has been entertained by the Music, Dramatic, and Home Cir- cles. Splendid programs have been rendered by all three. circles. The most interesting was that of the Home Circle. The chairman, Edna Cun- ningham, demonstrated how dress was developed. She also gave the girls directions for making embroidery pat- terns and party ruggestions. The club plans to end the year in a very interesting manner, The Home Circle is planning for its final exhi- bition. A prize will be given for the best piece of hand work. Every circle is doing its best to make the Fleur- de-lis of 1923 an overwhelming suc- cess. PLAY FOR BUSINESS DE- PARTMENT The Juniors and Seniors of the De- partment of Business Practice, under the direction of Miss Hundley, are going to present, “A Strenuous Life,” in three acts, in Dunbar’s auditorium, the last of May. Watch for the date. : . H Physiological Queries “Where can a man buy a cap for his knee Or a key to the lock of his hair? Can his eyes be called an academy Because there are pupils there? In the crown of his head What gems are found? Who travels the bridge of his nose? Can he use when shingling the roof of : : ie his mouth The nails of the end of his toes? Can the crook of his elbow be sent to jail? If so, what did he do? How does he sharpen his shoulder blades? I'll be hanged if I know. Do you? Can he sit in the shade of the palms of his hands? Or beat on the drum of his ear? Does the calf of his leg eat the corn on his toes? If so why not grow corn on his ear?” Games (Tune of “Smiles”) There are games that make us happy, There are games that make us blue, There are games that steal away the tear drops, Like the games we steal away from you. There are games that have a tender meaning, Which old Dunbar High alone can see, But the game that we will win from Armstrong, Is the game that appeals to me! H. G. Bullock, C-8. The following instructions were given to a Senior: Teacher—“‘Use the words defeat, de- fense, and detail in a sentence.” Senior, Section A-8—“The cat jumped over de-fence, de-feet went first and de- tail went last.” VARSITY-YELL Dunbar High! Dunbar High! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah!! Rah!! Rah !!! D-U-N-B-A-R High! High! D-U-N-B-A-R High! Dunbar! Dunbar !! Dunbar !!! D-U-N-B-A-R ia He had just comfortably seated him- self in the parlor with his sweetheart and taken her dainty hand in his, when her little brother came in and took a seat opposite. “Here’s a dime,” said the lover to him, “buy some candy.” “Don’t want any candy,” replied lit- tle brother. “Here’s a half, take a walk,” pleaded the lover. “T don’t want any money at all,” said the little brother. “Well son, I tried to please you. Just what do you want?” I counted over all this quarter’s marks— Deficiency! Deficiency! Each day a page, each page a snare, When I recite, I feel so dumb, My brain is smaller than my thumb Thereby my doom is hung. Oh, barren brain, a total wreck A worthless load upon my neck One thing will get me out of the Fresh- man Class Burn down the school, Sweetheart Burn down the school! In counting life’s worries Tis little things that tell All girls with small brothers Know this very well. (Ask the Seniors, they know.) “T want er watch.” The hours in geometry, dear heart, Are worse than arithmetic to me (| HE CLASS OF 1924, salutes the great alumni of Dunbar High School and earnestly entertains the hope that from year to year Liber Anni may faithfully preserve the fine record of outstanding achievements of Dunbar graduates to the end that it might be known always what her sons and daughters are accomplishing in the outside world to the honor of old “Crimson and Black.” For more than a century these sons and daughters that have gone forth bearing the insignia of this institution have paid homage to their Alma Mater in every walk of life, both in Washington and in other places. In the field of music, dra ma, dentistry, medicine, politics, science, law, literature, athletics, business pursuits, socia] and religious uplift, and education they have succesfully measured arms with men and women of all races. We have here stated the purpose of our entreaty, and again very earnestly beg that in the future the achievements of Dunbar Alumni shall be recorded regularly so that all who pass may read of deeds well done. THE SENIOR SPONSORS (Continued from page 125) “big sister” closer to all. She learned to know them at least by sight, so that she could hail them with a cheery nod or smile wherever she met them. These recognitions gave the Freshmen to feel that they were living among friends who were really interested in them, and to whom they could safely tell their difficulties as well as their troubles. Each sponsor is anxious for her “children” to be model students, and does every- thing she can to make their school life happy and interesting. She teaches them how to study, and helps them individually with their work whenever it is necessary. Ac- cordingly, last semester, at the end of the first two months, the sponsors arranged a Freshman assembly, and the splendid program of Freshman talent was thoroughly enjoyed by all who were so fortunate as to be present. : The Freshmen have proved themselves good sports; have supported the movies and other school activities; and will agree that their progress, in part at least, is due to the loyal leadership of the Senior sponsors. LILLIAN WASHINGTON, A-8. THE PLAYERS GUILD (Continued from page 131) We believe in the presentation of good plays because of their refining and purify- ing influence upon both actor and audience. We believe in the possibilities of the Negro, both as creator and as interpreter of Dramatic Art. The first production was “Thirty Pieces of Silver,” an Easter morality play in one act, by Kenneth Sawyer Goodman. This play was presented April 12 and 13, 1922, just one month and a half after the organization of the guild. Among other plays pre- sented were: “Let There Be Light,” “The Beggar and the King,” “The Land of Heart’s Desire,” by W. B. Yeats; “Spreading the News,” by Lady Gregory, and “Mr. and Mrs. Pierrot,” by Martin Johnson. ? Members of the Players’ Guild have taken prominent parts in all of the Thanks- giving, Christmas and Easter plays, in the plays of the modern language classes, and in the spring festivals. Thus the guild is a sort of clearing house, as it were, through which the students of dramatics are given the opportunity to ex selves and their art, as developed in Dunbar High School. : The year 1923-24 has been the most active and successful year of the guild. Aside from the holiday and seasonal plays, a greater number and more difficult plays have been presented. “Nevertheless,” a farce in one act, by Stuart Walker, was pre- sented during “Better Speech Week,” in October, “The Florist Shop,” a omed Db Winifred Hawkbridge, and “As we Forgive Those,” a play by Braves Coppee va up a program of one act plays that were very successfully produced in March. Up to this time The Guild had presented only one-act pl. ay successful, it was decided to . mor ee Thea: haying? Been ful, attempt longer ones. One of this t “The Monkey’ Paw,” in three acts, by W. W. Jacob a Sr aad rea eailant y ‘cobs, was a tremendous success. vane Miler te pee es itself with the presentation of plays, but has fos- ‘ing Plays also. The writing is limited to the one-act 1: d program of original one-act plays will be presented soon. oe press them- EDWARD A. BEAUBIAN, C-8. Xq THE CIVICS CLUB (Continued from page 135) when the students did not linger in the lunch room and armory, but sauntered about on the outside, it was very easy for them to forget to put trash in receptacles. Be- cause of this forgetfulness, the scene in front of the school was very undesirable. The club knew that if the students had a clear view of the condition of the street, they would try to be more careful. The Kodak Committee was organized. This com- mittee took pictures of the empty trash can and disorderly conditions. There was a gradual improvement in appearance outside when the views were shown to the students. The first week in December, a drive was launched, known as “Better Lunch Room Week.” The students were brought face to face with the conditions by stere- opticon lectures, posters, and demonstrations. They saw themselves as others saw them—that is to say, with tables covered with books and lunches, and over-crowded with pupils, and the floor in a disorderly condition. Realizing what a bad appearance this made, the pupils strove individually to be more orderly. The result was a de- cided improvement, much to the gratification of the club, faculty and students. The second campaign, directly under the supervision of the Civics Club, was the “Thrift Week Campaign.” The importance of thrift among the students was greatly stressed, and it is believed that a large number profited by the talks on thrift. The club has obtained for itself a unique position in the present life at Dunbar, and while there remains much to be done, sufficient has been accomplished to warrant the Civics Club of ’24 a place in the history of Dunbar. Its greatest hope is that the Civies Clubs of the future will prove themselves indispensable to the school. RUDELLA E. GORDON, A-8. THE EMERGENCY ROOM eel Nel aol ol Ne ole See a alle i pages. We invite the attention of our readers to these columns. Look them over care- fully, and note business people who have recog- nized the place of Dunbar High School in the community. Kindly give them your support and patronage. E HEARTILY THANK those who have aided us in publishing this book by taking space in our advertising PyaaneEEEE GO a if i fg i Ls ooo Malo cl Ne Cherm raRraREIRaRaeIeae eRe DIaRIaSIaCeIe SeRIaeSIeSIaeIeRIaeeaSeeSSaesaas Jennifer Business College Established March 17, 1920 W. EMILE JENNIFER L.L.B. res. M - NNIFER, ecy.-T? eas. E L. ? P. Ss J MI , YME E S Strategically located in an educati at N, fronting on New Jerse ble to concentration, and is accessible by all car lines. 1243 NEW JERSEY AVENUE, N.W. (New Jersey at N) Phone, Franklin 8069 Washington, D.C. (I NESAFOAFEDFOCIPANTASEN CIES FER FEO NEARS HO Pree ES TS FDS DEFT FSS SUD FLSA DANO N ADA MA A MUUU UNUM UOTE FF OFT FEO FSFE FO ATES FEO OTTO TOOT TO ROE (OFF FETA FOTOS SO ONTO MONOTONE FO} Aes W LIBER DHS Tyre peat Sh8 ey Se _— if A J. V. 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WOODLAND Proprietor Mme. C. J. Walker System and Supply Station 1306 U Street, N.W. Wash., D.C. CORRECT STYLES Men’s Wear and Hats for Well Dressed Men BROWN’S CORNER 7th at T St., N.W. We appreciate your patronage QUALITY COMES FIRST We Have It SERVICE COMES NEXT We Give It SATISFACTION Is What You Want We Guarantee It ROBERT L. McGUIRE PHARMACIST 9th and U Sts., N.W. Phone, N. 1067 JESSE C. POWELL Phone, North 2509 “Flowers Rich and Rare” 801 Florida Ave., N.W. HOWARD UNIVERSITY WASHINGTON, D. C. J. Srantey Durker, A.M., Ph.D., D.D., President Exmetr J. Scort, A.M., L.L.D., Neécretary-Treasurer Twenty-five Buildings. A Faculty of One Hundred and Seventy-three. The University offers Schools of Architecture Liberal Arts, Commerce and Finance; C vil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineeri “ation, Languages, Art, Library Law, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Music, Public Health and Hygiene, Sciences, Theo- logy. Students may enter for Collegiate Work at the beginning of any Quarter. Registration : Summer Quarter --------- June 19, 1924 Autumn Quarter - eptember 27, 1924 Winter Quarter ------- 4 January 3, 1925 For Catalogue and Information Write F, D. WILKINSON, Registrar Howard University, Wash., D.C. COMPLIMENTARY WALKER HILL FROM A FRIEND DAIRY WASHINGTON, D. C. COMPLIMENTS Soa oe eee elle lla eel elelclolelelelcl Nooo elle eel pololel eles Merchant Candy and Tobacco Co. i | Die AT, ; aL Se a) Fine Portraits and Groups Our Specialty We have been growing for the past five years, day by day; because we satisfy our customers. Some of our “Year Books,” are as follows: Howard University, Dun- bar High School. ct RN Patrons include: Shaw Junior High School, Frelinghuysen University, National Training School for Women and Girls, Elks, Knights of Pythias, Odd Fellows and orders of the Ma- sons and many other leading organi- zations. WE WILL BE SURE TO PLEASE YOU REASONABLE PRICES SPECIAL RATES TO SCHOOLS, COLLEGES AND FRATERNITIES ane WHEN THINKING OF PHOTOS, GO TO COSBY’S STUDIO 501 FLORIDA AVENUE, N.W. RI BX TAAL BY eee See o eel eels eel el el eyed oleh eyed pole Nel eo oN elo ol ede olel ol NNN ol al eel ol ep ood odo lea oeeyeeelelela) 169 EAS ip) a px eeeeeee aj Wal ee aela aoe RSS REESE SRSA BRERREART) SODAS SALADS A TONSORIAL PARLOR designed for LADIES’ TRADE AS WELL AS GENT’S Le Petit Rendezvous “The Boulevard” 1215 U STREET TREET (LINCOLN THEATRE LOBBY) ay lay (LINCOLN THEATRE LOBBY) a SANITARY EFFICIENT DISCIPLINED SERVICE Open Early—Late SANDWICHES SWEETS And on Sundays THE LINCOLN THEATRE U Street, N.W., near 12th A theatre that seeks to fulfill its place in the community as a social institution—giving gener- ously to the clientele it serves and sharing its much deserved popularity with those who seek its facilities. CHARLES E. LANE, Jr., Manager A! MURRAY BUILDING 918 to 922 U STREET _ MURRAY BROS. PRINTING CO. : | I THIS BOOK FROM OUR PRESS OUR MOTTO: “Superior Quality Dependable Service” Chestnut Farms Dairy 1116-20 CONNECTICUT AVENUE Phone,.Franklin 4000 : : : | See ee eee eee ele ela KEANE PROVISION CO. 621 B STREET, N.W. PORK PRODUCTS peg iseeealaleleleealellSoealalc Clare eae lL al ae ear WS. Charle s Sumner Museum and Archives ARCHIVES OF FHE PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF THE DISTRICT GF COLUMBIA