West Carrollton High School - Piratan Yearbook (West Carrollton, OH)

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Class Poem of 1945 Our twelve short years are over, These paths we'll trod no more, And we will always remember The good old days of yore. As we travel up life's highway, Each our separate paths we'll take, Wishing all good luck — And happiness for old times' sake. First comes Helen Andrews, a cute little gal. And to eveyone she is a pal. Next comes Betty Hall, our little blonde lass Who is the secretary of our class. Now Katsumi Hokoda, our great artist Is undoubtedly our smartest. Morris Bellware, his school days o'er Has joined the Army Air Corps. Next on our list is Ruby Bledsoe And from what we hear she loves her Ned — so! Delores Borger is her name But in June there'll be a change. Norma Branner has a voice that's soft and tender. We are all glad when she has a song to render. Norma Jean Brown's sunny smile and light complexion. Has captured Don's heart and all his fond affection. Joan Denning is quite a beaute And we think she is plenty cute. Helen Downs is modest and sweet Our admiration for her is quite complete. Betty Ertel is next, you see A wonderful wife she is sure to be. Mary Alice Fite rates 1-A In other words she is O. K. Here is a girl whose name is Dotty She is surely liked by everybody. Viola Grewatz never has the blues And she can furnish you with the latest news. David Hadley is awfully shy But we'll all agree he is one swell guy. You never could find two girls sweeta Than our cheerleaders Phyllis and Nita.

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CLASS CHRONICLE One morning, early in the fall of 1933, seventy-two little tots began their journey on the road of knowledge. Now, twelve years later, there are only thirteen of the original class left at good old W. C. H. S. During that time, of course, we have lost many classmates and added quite a few until we now have thirty-four members. We had some unique punishments given us in the first grades, such as: putting our noses on rings on the blackboard when we were naughty, being tied to our seats when we were restless, and having sticky paper put over our mouths when we whispered. When we entered the fourth grade we were allowed the privilege of changing classes — and were we thrilled! Our sixth grade commencement was another big event of our grammar school days. High school opened up a new world for us, with dances and clubs. Most of us began to take part in Hi-Y, Black Knights, Girl Scouts, Girl Reserves and G. A. A. We were the first class to initiate the Freshmen with a Freshmen reception. Remember kids? In our Junior year we presented the play Brother Goose which was a great success. Many of the Juniors took part in the Red and Black Minstrel, which was the first to be given at West Carrollton. In March 1944, the halls were filled with elated Juniors flashing beautiful works of art. Know what they were —? Sure — our class rings. The Junior Senior reception was loads of fun with chicken and strawberry shortcake for eats, and Earl Holderman's orchestra for dancing. This year three of our classmates had leading roles in the minstrel with many others in the supporting cast. On March 23 we presented our Senior play Nine Girls . Due to the fact that a few of the Senior boys were planning to leave at the half, we had our Senior prom on December 22 this year instead of in the spring. The gym was decorated with Christmas trees and all the trimmings, including mistletoe. During our high school years we have lost five boys to Uncle Sam, and we're very proud of all of them. We're looking forward to the day we'll graduate and be out on our own”. Yet, there's a certain reluctance in most of us to leave. After all, its been a lot of fun in spite of hard lessons and teachers; and, no use denying it, we’re gonna miss it.

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Bob Kelly has quite a line But with the girls he is never behind. Patsy Kokenge has a generous heart And she is always willing to do her part. Audra Mesarvey is very sweet As to her popularity she can't be beat. Martha Miller her goal attained Through her school life many friends she has gained. And now Nila Miller she is really O. K. She likes the boys in a sly sort of way. Doris Moore better practice her canning, For when she weds her Mr. Mann ingl Bay Roberts now a handsome sailor When he sees a girl he is sure to hail her. Jerry Stevens a coy little one When out with a crowd is lots of fun. Marian is as sweet as can be She is friendly with all as you can see. Dick Howe, a handsome guy When you look at him My-Oh-My! Here is our girl Margaret Tackett When there is anything good she is sure to back it. Alberta Treon in a typing race Is always sure to hold first place. Now we have Donnie and Bob When there is something to do they are on the job. Phyllis Root with her pretty eyes Can really roll them at the guys. Charles McElwee is next in line When he is in the crowd you're sure to have a good time. And as for Rosie she's one of the best. And when in a gang she's quite a jest. Patsy Shade, a girl that's smart Is always sure to win your heart. We think it's lime to end this com so we'll put in our say — We always save the best till last In a modest sort of way: I'm Marilyn--------------I'm Pat. Written by Marilyn Pulse and Patsy O'Dell