Girls Vocational School - Sun Dial Yearbook (Baltimore, MD)

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THE TRADE TACKLER - - REVIEW OF ASSEMBLIES Qflontinuedj NOVeII1ber 2, 1934. In the Pep Assembly, the girls demonstrated a great deal of originality, enthusiasm, and interest. The purpose of the assembly was to prepare the students for the coming election of officers of the Student Council. Cath- erine Pascal of HJ1 discussed the qualities of a good leader, and Frieda Younghans of BS1 showed the girls how to correctly mark a ballot. NOVelI1ber 13, 1934. Under the direction of Mrs. Rich there was presented a program which emphasized the meaning of Armstice Day. NOVeIHbe1' 23, 1934. Miss Engle spoke of good habits we should form now in order to be more successful on the job. She also announced the several ways in which our students have done things for other organizations. NOVe1Hber 28, 1934. It was necessary to have two Thanksgiving Assem- blies in order to accommodate all students. At one, Rev. John L. Deaton, Pastor of Christ Lutheran Church, spoke on Think and Thank, and at the other Rev. O'Con- nor, Rector of St. Luke's Episcopal Church, talked on the subject, Thank You. Both speakers reveiwed the history of Thanksgiving and made us more conscious of the many things for which all of us should be grateful to God. Deeelrlber 12, 19344. This assembly gave Miss Engle an opportunity to speak to us about the bazaar and minstrel show. She asked for the co-operation of the student body. Deeelllber 20, 1934. At the first Christmas assembly, the much-loved Christmas carols were sung by the student body, and a few special selections were rendered by the Glee Club. Deeelllber 21, 1934. A very impressive Christmas play entitled The Prince of Peace at Bethlehem was present-ed by the Dramatic and Glee Clubs, under the direction of Miss Wells and Mrs. Mayer. January 8, 1935. A fashion show was given by the students of the Dress- making and Millinery Departments of our school. It was of special interest to the students, because most of the clothing modeled had been made by the girls in the needle trades. February 8, 1935. This assembly was held for the students who entered the School in February. Catherine Felling, our new Student Council President, pre- sided. The girls were welcomed by Miss Engle, and were informed of the extra- curricular activities by representatives of the various clubs. February 21, 1935. This assembly, given under the direction of Miss Ben- ner, was in honor of George Washington, Father of our Country, and Abraham Lincoln, Savior of our Countryf' Poems and stories about these great leaders and an old-fashioned minuet dance were a part of the program. February 25, 1935. The students were delighted to have as speaker for the assembly, Mr. Bob Price, better known as The School Radio Reporterf, His subject, Make-up, was of particular interest. fCfmtinued on new pagej 36

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THE TRADE TACKLER .l-. -11 .11 THE CAT CAME BACK Hy Dorothy Airry As a usual thing, Mrs. Peck was quite fussy about her dishes being done immedi- ately after a meal, but tonight the preparation had been so strenuous that her daugh- ter was allowed to rest a while before starting. Half an hour passed while everyone discussed matters of general interest. It hadn't seemed that long though, before Edna's mother made the request that she begin the dishes. Shaggy, their puny black kitten, strolled in and rubbed around Edna's legs, oc- casionally mewing loudly, for he was very hungry. After a time the kitten became so hungry and so disgusted with his selfish, thoughtless mistress that he withdrew after a little and prepared to search the neighborhood garbage cans for a choice morsel or two. Now Edna carelessly piled the dishes from the dining table on a smaller one with- out either scraping them or watching what she was doing. The youngest member of the family came toddling into the kitchen caressing an old black fur cuff, but this was immediately flung away when her father made a somewhat belated entrance. Just as Edna laid the heavy meat platter atop the tall pile of dishes, an anguished Meow! was heard and two large plates went crashing to the floor, revealing a tuft of black fur. Associating the two facts, that the kitten was exceedingly hungry and that she had left meat on some of the plates, Edna felt a guilty shiver pluck at her spine. Striving to hold back tears she hastened into the living room to ask her mother to romove the piitifully crushed pet from its china deathbed. The mother, who was most strongly attached to the ill-fated feline, could not bear to perform the task either. Conditions seemed to require a man's aid, so Mr. Peck was called in. A visitor arrived just then, causing a halt for the time being. Heavens! What was occurring? Every one in the family doubted seriously the reality of what he saw for calmly, probably well fed by now, Shaggy strolled in after the newcomer. Father was so upset that he exclaimed, Well, for the--. Edna and her mother uncovered their eyes expecting to see mangled corpse, but instead beheld the kitten healthy as ever, begging to be picked up. If this were true, what had caused all the excitement? To solve the mystery, Mr. Peck began to search among the fallen dishes, two cups and a plate were as far as he got before he let forth a boisterous laugh. Having seen the cat alive, nothing could be surprising to the family, but curiosity brought them to Mr. Peck's side. Almost im- mediately they shared in the hearty laughter. The dishes were removed and the suspense was over and here's my explanation ! No, on second thought I won't tell you. Figure it out for yourself ! REVIEW OF ASSEMBLIES By Virginia Keenan September 27, 1934. The newcomers at G. V. S. had been looking forward to their first assembly which took place at this time. It was conducted by Miss Engle, and representatives of all clubs in the school described the activities of their respective groups. fContinued on next pagel 35

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THE TRADE TACKLER REVIEW OF ASSEMBLIES Qflontinuedj lVI3I'Ch 8, 1935. Miss Engle reminded us of the rules and regulations of G.V. S. and of the character traits essential for happiness and success. March 27, 1935. A book of Biographies presented by the Junior Sales- manship Girls was a delightfully instructive and unusual program. BIRPCII 29, 1935. A preview of the operetta, The Belle of Barcelona, which was given on April 5, 1935 at the Clifton Park Junior High School, made all the students feel that neither they nor their friends could afford to miss this splendid performance. April 25, 1935. In connection with the Safety Campaign, Mr. Robert Tate, Chief of Battalion No. 23, spoke to us regarding the prevention of accidents. April 30, 1935. At a second Safety assembly, Mr. Rosmeyer, Director of Baltimore Safety Council, was the speaker. lwily 3, 1935. The girls of the Junior Salesmanship Department presented a Merchandising Clinic to teach the good and bad points to be considered when purchasing wearing apparel. THOUGHTS FOR YOUR SCRAPBOOK Honor lies in honest toil. CLEVELAND The world is before you. Go and take it, CLIFTONIAN Few things are impossible to diligence and skill. JOHNSON Whatever is worth doing at all, is worth doing well. EARL OF CHESTERFIELD It is not good enough, to do good, one must do it in a right way. JOHN vIscoUN'r MOBLBY Beauty and truth though never found are worthy to be sought. ROBERT N. BUCHANAN When a man blackens another man's character, he never whitens his own. JCIIN WANAMAKER First say to yourself what you would be, and then 'do what you have to do. EPICTETUS Absense of occupation is not rest, .a mind quite vacant is a mind distressed. WILLIAM COW1-'Eli No change of circumstances can repair a defect of character. EMERSON VVhat one has wished for in youth, one has in abundance in old age. GOETHE Better mend one fault in yourself than a hundred in your neighbor. ELBERT HUBBARD The most beautiful thing to be found anywhere is a face radiant with joy. ALBERT EINSTEIN Man is not the creature of circum- stances. Circumstances are the creatures of men. DISRAELI The glory of life is to love, not to be lovedg to give, not to getg to serve, not to be served. II. BLACK It is not a lucky word this same im- possible: no good comes of those that have it so often in their mouth. CARLYLE God often comforts us, not by chang- ing the circumstances of our lives, but by changing our attitude toward them. .s. II. B. MASTERMAN 37