Ann Arbor High School - Omega Yearbook (Ann Arbor, MI)

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MEMIJHIAA ARTHUR WRIGHT Ann Arbor High School lost one of its truest friends -july 6, l944, when Mr. Arthur Wright succumbed to a lingering illness at his home in Monroe. Born in Monroe in 1907, the son of judge and Mrs. George S. VVright, Arthur received his bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan in 1930. In 1934 he returned for his master's degree after teaching in Bad Axe, Michigan. Before coming to the Ann Arbor High School, he taught English at the Tappan junior High School for three years. Mr. Wright will hold a kindly place in the memories ol' all who had the pleas- ure of knowing him through his English and journalism classes or the Optimist, which he sponsored for seven years. V His varied interestsand appreciation for the liner things in life made him an enjoyable companion. Probably his keen sense of humor is most sorely missed, because it was of so rare a quality. JOYCE PODEWILS Be not afraid, ye waiting hearts that weep, For God still giveth His beloved sleep, And if an endless sleep He wills-so best. A very quiet little girl passed away in October, 1944. Joyce was a courageous young person, one whom many people were proud to know. Carrying the handi- cap of a weak heart, she bravely attempted to follow a regular schedule as the rest of her friends would do. It was with heavy hearts that Joyce's friends paid tribute to her upon hearing of her death: and it is with regretful thoughts that she will be remembered by teachers and fellow-students alike. - MARILYN LEXEN The Stars shall fade away, the sun himself Grow dim with age, and Nature sink in years: But thou shalt flourish in immortal youth, Unhurt amidst the war of elements, The wreck of matter and the crush of worlds. Marilyn, a former member of the class of '46, was an unfortunate victim ol' the deadly polio epidemic. She died August 26, 1944. Behind her Marilyn left a host of friends who mourn her departure. I-ler junior high school days were spent at Tappan, where she was active in school events. Upon entering high school Marilyn quickly struck up new friendships which were to remain with her until her death. The image of this quiet, tall, attractive girl will not soon pass from the minds of those who knew and loved her.