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SENIOR CLASS HISTORY is a remarkable record. Our class had seven men out for basketball and four of these earned letters, which showed the rest of the school what the Sophomores could do. The Sophomores this year went out for dramatics enthusiastically with four of our members receiving major parts in the All-School Plays. In the declamation contest we were very proud of one of our members for winning the humorous cup, a Teat seldom performed by a Sophomore. The Sophomore girls brought glory to our class this year by tying the Juniors for second place in the Inter-class basketball tournament. The Freshmen and Sophomore party was a party that will be remembered for a long time by those who attended it. It was extremely enjoyable while it was in progress but afterwards—well, we will leave and tell more of the achievements of the Class of ’34. CHAPTER 3 The fall of 1932 was entered upon joyously by our members of the Junior class. No longer were we underestimated—we were now honored as upper-classmen. The following officers were elected: Dale Redlingshafer, president; Margaret Easton, vice president; June Meyers, secretary; George Piercy, treasurer; Rosa Smith, Marjorie Davidson, Bill Mott, Student Council, and Miss Helen Stockwell, Sponsor. Our athletes continued their good work, seven of them receiving letters in football and three in basketbalL Our girls basketball team distinguished itself by winning the tournament. Our actors and actresses were given a chance to show their talents in “Believe It or Not” which was selected for the Junior play. With enthusiasm characteristic of the Class of '34, the cast gave a performance which was a credit to the school. As a result of their good acting in this and other plays, four of our number were honored by becoming charter members of Troupe 28 of The National Thespians. This year the ban on parties was lifted, and we were able to have two enjoyable social functions. The first was an informal party held in the gym shortly after Christmas. The other was the annual party in honor of the Seniors. On this occasion a garden effect was created by decorating the gym in spring colors of pink and green. Dancing was enjoyed by the majority, but games were provided for those who did not dance. The Seniors voted this party an outstanding success. We planned a picnic but an epidemic of scarlet fever prevented this and brought our Junior year to an abrupt close. CHAPTER 4 A dream that we had long treasured was realized at last! We were Seniors! We returned to school in the fall of ’SS for our last and most interesting year as High School Students. We elected our officers early this year with Bill Mott, president; Margaret Easton, vice-president; Ella May Eskridge, secretary; June Meyers, treasurer; and Rosa Smith. Florence Jones, Pete Alberico, and Bill Mott to the Student Council. Our choice for sponsor was Miss Helen Stockwell. Page 19
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SENIOR CLASS HISTORY On the mom of Sept. 8, 1930, there entered the Florence High School ninety-seven of the most prcmi ing youngsters of the town. We entered because we felt that our coming had a great deal to do with the progress of the school. Of all the scores of classes that have entered the High School, this one alone stood out in the lead. We were the most stupendous, colossal, class you have ever seen. Were we humiliated because we were just Freshmen? Indeed not. In our midst were some of the future “great ones” of the world. There is no be ter way to prove this than to give you a history of the achievements of this great class. CHAPTER 1 On Sept. 15, we elected the following class officers: President, Danny Hard; Vice-president, Bob Butz; Secre'ary and Treasurer, Margaret Eastcn, and Student Council, Nancy Evans and President Hard, and Sponsor, Miss Herrmann. We started our social events by a very successful swimming party which was held at the Hygienic Plunge on Sept. 18. A splashing good time was had by all. We then settled dcwn to hard work for a while, but we soon decided to break the monotony by having a party; so on Nov. 7. the Fre hmen and Sophomores entertained the Juniors and Seniors. On this occasion there was a program in the auditorium followed by a dance in the gym which was beautifully decorated for the occasion. As the year passed many Freshmen became prominent in various school activities. Several bey? were out for football and made a good shewing. When basketball season began, we entered the boys interclass tournament and, although we showed the other boys a few pointers, we humored the upper classmen by taking the cellar position. The girls of the class also had a basketball team of which we were proud. Our participation in activities was not confined to athletics alone, however. In dramatics several Freshmen distinguished themselves— two appearing in the all-school plays, two others reaching the finals in declamation. Under the direction of Miss Hitchcock, the Freshmen started an orchestra. On Feb. 20. we presented an assembly in honor of Washington’s Birthday. On May 22, we celebrated the beginning of vacation with a picnic in Phantom Canon and a swimming party at Carlsbad Natatorium. CHAPTER 2 In the fall of 1931. the class of 34. though weakened in numbers, was stronger than ever in enthusiasm. This year our class really forged to the front as very few Sophomore classes ever do. Two or three weeks after school started we had an assembly and elected Bill Mott president. David K’mpton was elected vice-president and Dolly Walker elected secretary and treasurer. June Meyers and Bill Mott were our student council members, while Miss Kimpton was our choice for Sponsor. This year our class showed up very well in outside activities. In football five of our members went out and two earned letters, which Page 18
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SENIOR CLASS HISTORY Seniors were leaders this year in athletics with seven members receiving football letters; four receiving basketball letters. The girls' basketball team again showed their metal and won first place in the tournament. This year the Class of 34 was allowed to enjoy special events which were held a secret from the other classes until the day of happening. The first of these was Rag Day with all the Seniors tearing clothes and pulling hair. Everybody had a ripping ol’ time that day. A week later we again surprised the school with the annual dress-up day with all the Seniors coming in their best togs and no place to go—except classes. Several weeks later the Seniors appeared with dolls, roller skates, and marbles to celebrate the annual Senior Kid Day. This was a banner year for the Seniors in Dramatics. The early part of the year the Thespians held a group of contest plays. The Senior Class ran off with the majority of honors, with the Class receiving first place for the best play and a Senior girl getting first place and two Senior boys receiving first and second place for the boys’ acting. The Senior play, “Skidding.” proved to be a huge success with very good acting from those in the cast. In the All-School Plays this year the Seniors were represented with several major parts and acted exceedingly well. The Class of ’34 was already represented in the Thespians and this year many new members from the Seniors were initiated into the club. Two members tried out for declamation with one receiving the honor of giving the oratory speech. The Seniors enjoyed a number of social affairs during the year. The first of these was a picnic, and it proved to be one of the best picnics we have ever had. Later in the fall a Hallowe’en party was held in the gym which was decorated with witches and black cats. To celebrate St. Valentine’s day, the Juniors and Seniors gave a dance. The gym was appropriately decorated in red and white for this occasion. Following this there was a long interval with no social events, but on April 27th—PROM. The gym was attractively decorated in three shades of yellow. The Juniors proved themselves to be perfect hosts, and we felt greatly indebted to them for this delightful event. Class Day exercises were held on May 18. At this time, the Seniors entertained the student body by presenting their program in assembly. The Senior Class of ’34 again displayed its initiative by deciding to publish an annual. The first one since 1932. On May 20th. Rev. Gatley delivered the Baccalaureate address which was very impressive, and we reached our final stepping stone in our High School careers on May 25. The students conducted their own Commencement program. The topic, “Silent Guides,” was divided into the following sub-topics: Human Guides, Critical Guides. Aesthetic Guides, Scientific Guides and Contemplative Guides. This program was very well received by the audience, and the Class of ’34 was accredited as being one of the best classes to graduate from the Florence High School. Page 20
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