George Washington High School - Post Yearbook (Indianapolis, IN)

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U bist wie eine blume .... Buenas dias .... Arma virumque cano .... Pas de poisson .... fioat out through the transoms of the rooms dedicated to the study of foreign languages. How delightful it is to be able to translate a foreign phrase encountered in one's reading and not to make the faux pas of landing from shipboard on terra cotta. The study of foreign languages helps a student to understand the grammar and vocabulary of English. Students acquire also a knowledge of the history, literature, and customs of other countries. It is hoped that the students may acquire a reading knowledge and the ability to speak the language, if only in a limited Way. To give the student a sympathetic understanding of the people whose language we study is the aim of the courses in this department. This is a very definite training for world citizenship. In order to become acquainted with the best German literature, songs, amuse- ments, and general culture, a German club was formed. Among many interesting programs, one of the best was a motion picture and a lecture given by Mrs. Albert Metzger, who recently toured Germany. Officers of the club are as follows: Mary Liebenderfer, presidcntg Matilda Sparenblek, vice-presidentg Betty Sullivan, secretaryg and Valentina Stroy, treasurer. The Latin Club is open to all students studying Latin. Heretofore speakers from the outside have addressed the club, but this year the club has been depending upon the talent of various members for interesting programs. At a recent meeting Senore Mysteryio, famous history-turner-backer, tuned in on station P-A-S-T and the club was entertained by Caesar and Marcus Tullius Cicero. Once every term, a party is given for the members. The officers are as follows: Evelynne Lewis, presidentg Elmer Koch, vice presidentg Doris White, secretaryg and Hyden Rahm, treasurer. Le Cercle Francais was organized in 1932 in order to stimulate interest in the language and history of France. The club meets once a month and closes the year with a party. Part of each meeting is conducted in French, such as the reading of the minutes, but the business part is in English. At the April meeting, the French club entertained the Washingtonians. A tea was given for Miss Elizabeth Renard, the guest speaker. In February, the club held a Valentine party, at which French games were played, and French songs were sung. All students who are studying French or who have studied French in the past are eligible for membership in the club. Officers are: Lucy May Powell, presidentg Nina Brittain, vice-president, Ruth Fletemeyer, secretary and treasurer. gioj

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