Benson High School - Tatler Yearbook (Benson, NC)

Text from Pages 1 - 56 of the 1939 volume:

The TATLER Volume II 1939 Published by SENIOR CLASS Benson High Sehool Benson, North Carolina Principal ' s Messuue The publishing of Volume II of The Tati.ee shows much effort and enterprise on the part of the members of the Senior Class. Such a contri- bution to school life becomes a worthy keepsake in that it holds intact for all the years to come the memories of high school days as they are actually lived now. Many will there be who will cherish more and more as time goes on the opportunity to look again at the familiar faces of happy schoolmates of long ago. Such a fine group have the Seniors been since their entrance into high school! Their spirit has been one of work, cooperation, and loyalty. Well- rounded and full too have been their lives. Bubbling over with that in- tangible thing we call school spirit, they have created a wholesome and alluring atmosphere wherever they have worked or played. Such out- standing, intelligent, and persevering young people as they are will be sure to continue their trek, started here, on into the great and enticing fields of life. Their successful completion of so many noteworthy things at Benson High School indicates something of what we may expect of them in the future. Seniors, the best wishes of us all go with you ! May each individual life be one of happiness and great and good deeds. And don ' t forget that we appreciate the things you have done which have left such a deep imprint in our memory, and that we shall always treasure Volume II of The Tatler which you have so nobly planned, contrived, and executed. N. G. WoODLIEF [2 ] DEDICATION TO MISS HAWSIE M. ROWE UNDERSTANDING, HELPFUL, AND PATIENT TEACHER IN OUR BELOVED ALMA MATER, WHOSE UNTIRING EFFORTS AND SOUND ADVICE HAVE MADE AGAIN OUR ANNUAL A REALITY, W E DEDICATE, WITH ADMIRATION, DEVOTION, AND SINCERITY, THIS, THE SECOND VOLUME OF THE TATLER. The aim of education should be to teach us rather how to think, than what to think — rather to improve our minds, so as to enable us to think for ourselves, than to load the memory with the thoughts of other men. Beattie. ALMA MATER Far above all institutions, Ever to traditions true, Stands our noble Alma Mater, Glorious to view. Far removed from whirling traffic Of the hustling town, Arched against the brow of heaven, Looks she proudly down. Honors held by victories won, She will cherish to the last. Each one adds a tribute rare. As the years fly past. Though enduring fame be thine, Though thy praises travel far, Truth shall always be thy motto, Wisdom ' s bright alluring star. Alma Mater, live forever ! All thy children praise thy name. Ties of love will always bind us Ever more to sing thy fame. [4] Friendship is the shadow of the evening, which strengthens with the setting sun of life. La Fontaine. [5] Ezra Parker Wade F. Johnson M. A. Coats Chairman, School Board Secretary, School Board Member, School Board H. B. Marrow County Superintendent N. G. Woodlief Principal [ 6 ] -vwj o- FACULTY Miss Ethel Gladys Gaitley R. G. Vann Piano and Voice Science and Athletics Miss Hawsie M. Rowe English V. A. LUMLEY French and His tori Mrs. Annie F. Edwards History and Latin Miss Beulah Brake Mathematics and Latin If we work upon marble, it zcill perish; if on brass, time will efface it; if we rear temples, they will crumble into dust; but if zee work upon immortal minds, and imbue them with principles , with the just fear of God and love of our fellow- men, we engrave on those tablets something that zcill brighten to all eternity. Daniel Webster. [7] Grade Mothers: Mesdames Charles Johnson and M. A. Peacock Class Adviser: Miss Beulah Brake SENIOR CLASS Flower: Sweet Pea Colors: Royal Blue and Gold Motto: The higher we rise, the broader the view OFFICERS Hoi.tox Whittisgtos President Jewel Bazkmori Carolyn- Rose Vice President Doris Lambert Secretary Treasurer Don Johnsox Mascot of Senior Class CHRISTINE BARBOUR The more you are with her the more you will love her. She is a friend to all and never becomes tired of rendering services to others because she delights in mak- ing them happy. Yes, Christine is studious, true, and faithful in her work. Her friendliness and other influential qualities would win a heart of stone. As president of the 4-H Club, secretary of the Beta Club, and a member of the bas- ketball team, Christine has shown that she is a good, all round girl. JEWELL BAZEMORE Our secretary is none other than Jewell, just a sincere, dependable girl. She is a kind, true friend, ever ready to help all who are in trouble. That she is an excellent student is shown by her winning the scholar- ship award for three con- secutive years. We predict for Jewell a bright and happy future! MAMIE ADELL BYRD Mamie ' s winning smile and friendly disposition are something to be desired. Nothing ever seems to bother her. She calmly goes about her work doing what must be done without any apparent worry. And the fine thing about it is, she al- ways gets there ! MURIEL CLIFTON Beneath the quiet exterior which Muriel presents to those who are not privileged to know her, there lives a very attractive and interest- ing person. She is generous, kind-hearted, and unassum- ing. She gets things done without any noticeable ef- fort. MARY JOSEPHINE BAREFOOT Sweet and demure. Her calm diminutive beauty and her lovely disposition make Josephine the type of girl we all like to be around. She has played an important role in high school, and we shall always remember her as the girl with attractive eyes and a velvety laughter. VELMA BEASLEY Calm, unruffled, easy-going Velma. Generous, yes, a heart of gold is hers. She will go far, just as she has here, and we shall be glad to say We knew her. She believes When a task is once begun, never leave it ' til it ' s done. MILDRED BYRD She is a quiet sort of personality almost shy to strangers, but a warm friend to those who know her. And she has hosts of friends. Yet we know from observa- tion that when the time comes to speak, Mildred speaks up! NELLIE CLIFTON Nellie is just a grand ol ' girl and one of the most lovable in the Senior Class. She is ever willing to help any and all. When you have won her friendship, you have won something really worth- while. We predict for her much success and happiness. ADDIE COATS THELMA COATS Ask her another question, teacher ! You have heard of girls who are studious and witty, with always a jolly greeting for everyone. Well, that ' s Addie ! She studies, but also believes in taking time off to have her fun. Thoroughness seems to be her motto, and a pretty good one it is, too. How could our class get along without Thelma and her wit? She keeps us alive with her fun and frolic. Such a disposition as hers is to be envied. She never seems to get angry but takes everything in a happy-go- lucky way. When neces- sity demands, Thelma can turn quickly from one phase of school life to another and do all equally well. WILLIAM T. CREECH Billie made his debut in high school as Tom Saw- yer. Never will we forget how he did whitewash that fence! And we weren ' t sur- prised that his class won the prize offered for the best bit of dramatic art in the program. Courteous, friend- ly, sincere, conscientious, and a smile that is more than skin deep is Billie. ANNIE L. DENNING Annie Laurie is one of the sweetest members of our class as well as a splendid student. Her charming ways and sweet disposition have won for her numbers of true friends. We feel sure she will succeed in whatever she undertakes. At present she expects to be a teacher, and from our acquaintance with her we know she ' ll make a good one. L. M. DENNING Tall, well - dressed, and handsome. And along with good looks and the ability to study and learn goes a friendl.ness that is un- equaled. His popularity with certain girls in the senior class is conspicuous. LOUISE ENNIS Capable and good-natured — that ' s Louise. Wherever she goes she makes herself at home. She has made a place for herself here through her accommodating and generous manner. We wish for her the best of everything and know that she deserves it. ELSIE LILLIAN GRIMES A more loyal friend than Elsie cannot be found. For her grace and sincerity we love her. As assistant busi- ness manager of The Tatler and as a successful worker in other school activities she has shown herself to be a real go-getter. JOYCE CLEONE HALL Cleone is modest, unas- suming and unselfish. She has attained the goal of Seniordom by hard, earnest work. Her ability to do things well makes us feel that success awaits her. Truly she deserves the best. MYRTLE HOBGOOD Myrtle is a girl worth knowing. She is kind, generous, fun-loving, capa- ble, a friend to everyone, and an indispensable mem- ber of our class. Her personality reveals loyalty to her friends. Her great visions and high ideals for the future inspire us. To know her is to love her. HAZEL JOHNSON When you think of Hazel you think of chemistry. With her ready grin and her friendly hey, Hazel has carved herself a definite place in the school. No problem in chemistry or in mathematics is too hard for her to solve. With her knowledge and goodness she should get what she wants in life. LORRAINE JOHNSON If you are looking for a quiet, sincere girl, one on whom you can depend and know that you will get the best, just turn to Lorraine. Her lovable disposition and winning ways have won for her many friends. She be- lieves in that old saying To have a friend is to he one. WOODROW MASSENGILL Woodrow, one of the quietest members of our class, is very studious and serious. His musical nature sometimes shows itself in bursts of song. His ability as a bus driver is well known. When you think of one who is always prepared and ever ready and willing to do his part and who is dependable and capable, you immediately think of Woodrow. ERNESTINE JOHNSON To be greeted in the hall by one of Ernestine ' s cherry hellos is something which brightens you up for the rest of the day. She is musical, she is artistic, she is athletic. Because of her kind, understanding, gentle manner, and school spirit, she is a good pal to have around. Well-dressed, neat, demure in manner, always in the foreground because she belongs there. JULIA ROSE JOHNSON Dependable — that ' s , Julia all over, and steady too, not without a shy sense of humor and an always ready store of sympathy and under- standing. She is good in everything she undertakes. In her efforts to help in all senior activities this year, she has been outstanding. Julia has shown to us that On the tail of perseverance is tied success. DORIS E. LAMBERT Little but loud is our own and original Doris. Her opinion is received on every- thing. She is generous and full of fun with a real cordiality of spirit that is refreshing. As class treas- urer, she has proved herself capable and efficient. Her energy, loyalty and her pushahility make her the perfect henchman to put things across. RIFTON McLAMB Rifton has character and personality. This is well il- lustrated by the many of- fices that he has filled. As an athlete he is foremost in our class. He wields a wicked hand when it comes to scoring in basketball or making home runs in base- ball. Stick to it, Rifton, and you might become a professional one of these days ! RUBY LEE McLAMB Full of fun and life characterizes Ruby Lee. She may be full of joy part of the time, but her nature is to be serious sometimes. In everything, she is always willing and ready to do her best. If smiles would get you to the top, Ruby Lee would be tops. IRENE REGISTER Tall, friendly, and attrac- tive — that ' s a picture of Irene. She has gone about her work with a gay laugh and a good word for every- one. In economics and sociology her superiors are none and her equals are few. At all times we have found Irene conscientious, responsible, and sincere. SARA LOUISE RYALS A cute, dainty, graceful little senior is Sara. She is happy-go-lucky and a jolly good sport. Sara deserves and receives the respect, ad- miration, and love of all. Her blonde curls, her stylish air, and her striking ap- pearance make her one of the most charming and beau- tiful girls of the class. DELAIRA SURLES Her eyes sparkle and her conversation fairly bubbles with ready wit. She lightens our spirits and relieves our loneliness with her gaiety, yet she is a serious student and a valuable friend. Capa- ble — that ' s why she is busi- ness manager of The Tatler. Consecrated to duty, there ' s not a better worker in everything than Delaira. Little in stature, but good as purest gold. JAMES F. PEACOCK Honesty, sincerity, and many other characteristics are possessed by Jimmy. The Tatler staff could never have selected a more capa- ble editor-in-chief, and, as president of the Beta Club he presides with dignity and poise. When it comes to debating, Jimmy is right there, too. He has an abun- dance of contagious enthu- siasm for school and all its activities. EMILY CAROLYN ROSE Carolyn is one of those girls with whom you will enjoy being around. If you really want a sample of her wit, be with her when she has on one of her loquacious spells. Full of pep and vivacity, good - natured, wholesome, fun-loving, she has quenchless enthusiasm for everything life affords. MILDRED STEPHENSON Although Mildred has been with us only one year in high school, she has gained the friendship of everyone with whom she has come in contact and has shown herself to be a hard worker with plenty of ability. Mildred, it did not take very long for your unselfish and attractive personality to make a deep impression upon us. We really do like you! ANNIE E. STEVENS Quiet and sincere and with a retiring sweetness, she also has the quality of stay- ing in the background and yet accomplishing a great deal. She is dependable, steady, and always willing to help. Her loyalty and generosity alone would cause her to deserve the finest life can give her. HELEN G. WARREN Attractive, graceful, ever- lastingly happy; a scatterer of sunshine wherever she goes, a stealer of hearts, an intriguing personality, a captivating nicety, a stately loveliness, . . . what else could you ask? Helen, this is you ! ALMA PEARL WEST When you see Alma she is usually with her soul- mates, Ruby Lee and Mamie. She is good in everything, but her interests center largely in music and school work. W i n s o m e gentleness and mental sta- bility really characterize her. WILSON WEEKS When we see Wilson, we immediately think of Wood- row; for their friendship is another David and Jona- than affair. With eyes that literally talk and a capti- vating smile, Wilson has won his way into our hearts. And another admirable point, too — his conduct in school is a model for us to follow. HOLTON WHITTINGTON For two consecutive years Holton has bee n the suc- cessful president of our class. As a presiding officer at a class meeting or at a banquet, he is outstanding; as an extemporaneous speaker, he has few equals. Dependable, hard-working, amiable, serious, courteous, thoughtful, big-hearted, and more — these make up the boy, Holton. RALPH EDWARD WHITTINGTON Senior dignity is shown in Ralph. H ' s keen tech- nique, habitual neatness, and jovial disposition make him an all-round fellow. An itinerant lover, incurably romantic, and a genuine sport is our class Romeo. 3ht jHemortam KATHERINE BENTON [ 13 ] Class Prophecy As ten years have passed by, it is with greatest pleasure That I shall tell you the fate of my classmates in full measure. When we finished high school, we knew we had to part, But just to relate the work of each is my desire at heart. Now Mildred Byrd, who years ago a beautician aspired to be, Is now happily married and children has she three. L. M. Denning, whom we all knew as such a handsome boy, His work as a landscape gardener makes life a joy. Annie Laurie Denning you recall was L. M. ' s first cousin; She is a farmerette and sells eggs by the dozen. Myrtle Hobgood long desired to take a trip to Mars, But she ' s now an astronomer, studying the stars. Mildred Stephenson, who aspired to be a teacher in this section, Is now a candidate in the coming Presidential election. Rifton McLamb, who was interested in athletics all, We ' re proud of him in Detroit — star of baseball. Jimmie Peacock, second Shakespeare we thought he was to be. But Benson High School called, and its principal now is he. Addie Coats, you remember, was voted the most popular girl; Her many social activities today keep her in a whirl. Take Billie Creech who we thought couldn ' t carry a tune. Now his success in Metropolitan Opera is soaring toward the moon. To what end did Sara Ryals exercise her charm and grace? She is now a famous actress in some far off place. To spread Mr. Lumley ' s French knowledge was Ruby Lee ' s ambition. But now she ' s going everywhere enforcing prohibition. Now why is it that Elsie Grimes, whose middle name was sleep, Is a busy banker with more business than she can keep? Christine Barbour, sincere, loyal, and sweet; As the presiding officer of the Woman ' s Club, she can ' t be beat To be a famous lecturer was Annie Steven ' s one ambition, But I have heard that she was sent to China on a mission. And Helen Warren, whom her classmates esteemed so very high, Is a very well-known doctor, but she ' s preaching on the sly. Take Wilson Weeks who wished to win renown; As a naval officer the world he has traveled round. Lorraine Johnson wished to be a poet and win much fame; She turned out to be a teacher, but she ' s happy just the same. Carolyn Rose ' s wit ' s just what it took to make her go — Now as a comedian she ' s tops on radio. Ernestine Johnson with a sweet and pleasing disposition Models coiffures at the World ' s Fair exhibition. Look at Ralph Edward, who was as neat as could be, As a salesman he demonstrates h ' s Oldsmobile, you see. Thelma Coats, who in debating was always so fine, Today in Congress for promotion, she ' s in line. Jewel Bazemore kept this end in view, to be a millionaire — A teacher ' s job looked good to her, and so she landed there. In high school as a student Woodrow Massengill made his mark, Now we find him supervisor of Yorktown National Park. Louise always wished to a moving picture star, But alas ! She ' s a lawyer since her admittance to the bar. Julia Johnson, who wanted to get into some easy job, Is now a labor leader making speeches to the mob. Look at Velma Beasley, who never was a shirker; She has become a minister and is quite a p ' ous worker. Alma West and Mamie Byrd, do you wonder at their lot? They ' re hostesses at a Tea Room, serving delicious menus piping hot. Doris Lambert, our small senior, just knee high to a duck, Is playing in her latest picture — Always Outa Luck. Nellie Clifton, remember those big alluring brown eyes? But to hear of her as an oculist is indeed a big surprise. Being president of our class Holton didn ' t seem to mind. He is now traveling far and wide selling books of every kind. To be a math teacher in some high school was Muriel Clifton ' s ambition. But she landed in a hospital and is now head dietitian. To be a doctor was Cleone Hall ' s aspiration, But a family with the attachment leaves no time for meditation. And Delaira Surles, behold our singer fair! Director of a glee club in Benson — you ' ll find her there. Josephine Barefoot, just as sincere as anyone can be; I ' ve heard that she ' s in Florida, and its governor now is she. Irene Register we all thought was just as fine as silk; She ' s in a lab in New York City pasteurizing milk. And so it goes with all of them as you did read and see. Ten years have brought a change, but still my class of ' 39 they remain to me. And after all no one can say, although he may be bold, That we ' ve been disloyal to the royal blue and gold. Hazel Johnsox. [14] Senior Superlatives Top row: ADDIE COATS, Most Popular Girl, HOLTON WHITTINGTON, Most Popular Boy, CHRISTINE BARBOUR, Best All Round Girl. JIMMY PEACOCK, Best All Round Boy Second row: CROLYN ROSE, Wittiest, MYRTLE HOBGOOD, Most Original, CHRISTINE BARBOUR, Best Girl Athlete, III ETON McLAMB, Best Boy Athlete Bottom row: HOLTON WHITTINGTON, Most Influential, NELLIE CLIFTON, Prettiest Girl, L. M. DENNING, Most Handsome Boy, RALPH EDWARD WHIT- TINGTON, Neatest A Tribute to the Senior Class Friendly, honest, kind, and true Is our senior class; Not at the top but still climbing ' Was our motto while Juniors, Thrilled indeed to think that we In one year would be Seniors. Gay, happy, carefree, never blue- Faithful to the last. Freshmen green at first we were, Just four years ago. Seniors now and proud we are, A little blue also, Sophomores then we soon became — Up one step, you know. A thrilling thought, but yet so sad To think how soon we ' ll go. We ' ll be gone forever from Benson High, We seniors of ' 39, But loving thoughts will always remain Of our teachers and friends so fine. Josephine Barefoot. [ 15 ] Senior Class Poem There is always a time for greeting, Also a time for good-bye, But there ' s no end to our friendship That we ' ve gained at Benson High. We ' ve been such good playfellows From the very start ; We ' ve always been together, And now we hate to part. No matter how far we wander Nor how desolate the place may be, We ' ll always think of each other And long for each face to see. All through the years we ' ve prospered Up to the present date, And forever it will remain so Unless we meet some fate. The sky is ever our limit And our director is the star. You know success will find you, No matter where you are. We ' ve turned out no great poets As Longfellow, Shakespeare, or Poe, No inventors, presidents, or explorers, But it ' s not too late, you know. While we travel on and upward, As we intend to do, We ' ll always stick to our motto, The higher we rise, the broader view. There ' s been no task beyond us Nor problem we couldn ' t solve in end. And the cooperation of our teachers Showed us that each was our friend They ' ve been our gu iding light, Our model and our star, And they ' ll remain the very same No matter where we are. We don ' t exclude our parents, For it would be unjust; It is to them we take our troubles, And in them we put our trust. We all know that they love us, To sacrifice as they do ; So here we pay tribute — Parents, we love you, too. It ' s the end, my friend, the very end Of our meetings at Benson High, And when the time comes for parting We leave here with a sigh. When we get tired and weary, As I am sure we ' ll do. That fatigue will vanish quickly When we think, B.H.S., of you. Elsie Grimes. [16] Commercial Slogans That Characterize the Seniors 1. Ruby Lee McLamb Laugh and be mer ry 2. Nellie Clifton Are college men preferred? 3. Josephine Barefoot Silence is golden 4. Wilson Weeks An old southern custom 5. Alma West Big, smart, thrifty 6. Elsie Grimes I ' m a keen worker for you 7. Carolyn Rose Merrily we live 8. Cleone Hall Pure — safe — dependable 9. Doris Lambert It ' s bite size 10. Muriel Clifton Double mellow 1 1 . Annie Stevens The standard for over half a cen- tury 12. Myrtle Hobgood All wool and a yard wide 13. Helen Warren The skin you love to touch 14. Addie Coats Social security in the kitchen 15. Lorraine Johnson One of America ' s good habits 16. Mamie Byrd A little goes so far 17. Thelma Coats Hurry! Dealer ' s supply limited 18. Holton Whittington The cream of twenty-one crops 19. Ralph Edward Whittington A sweetheart in every port 20. Jimmie Peacock Journal about town 21. Ernestine Johnson Up to the minute 22. Louise Ennis Certified to make good 2. ' 5. Annie Laurie Denning Built on an entirely new princip 24. L. M. Denning All stainless steel 25. Velma Beasley Learn by doing 26. Woodrow Massengill Built to endure 27. Billie Creech With an o. k. that counts 28. Mildred Stephenson Sun-Kist 29. Delaira Surles Energy by the glassful 30. Julia Johnson Bottled sunshine 31. Irene Register Good for life 32. Sara Ryals 99-44-1 00 ' f pure 33. Christine Barbour Good to the last drop 34. Mildred Byrd Tested and approved by Good Housekeeping Institute 35. Rifton McLamb It pays to advertise 36. Jewell Bazemore Hasn ' t scratched vet 37. Hazel Johnson Dependable and Reliable [ 1 JUNIOR CLASS ORGANIZATION Flower : Red Rose Class Colors: Red and White Motto: Work or Get Out OFFICERS Mrs. Annie F. Edwards, Adviser Norwood McLamb President Edna Pearl Raynor Secretary William McLamb Vice President Marjorie Morgan Treasurer Roll Lois Benson Florence Lee Sara Pleasant Gola Fay Clifton Gladys Lee Morris Price Edward Dixon Norwood Lee Edna Pearl Raynor Joyce Dixon Estelle Messer Bonita Smith Alice Ennis Norwood McLamb W. F. Smith Margaret Frye William McLamb Willie Mae Smith Pauline Gilbert Doris Morgan Eloise Stephenson Pauline Hall Marjorie Morgan John David Stephenson Virginia Hudson Joseph Norris John P. Stephenson Butler Jeffreys Mary Elizabeth Parker Hunter Stevens Thurston Johnson Billy Parrish Louise Tart Maxine Langdon Maythorne Pleasant Iva Belle West Eura Mae Lee Robert Wheeler Marshals Norwood McLamb [18] SOPHOMORE CLASS ORGANIZATION Flower: Siceet Pea Colors: Blue and White Motto: The Door of Success Is Labeled Push OFFICERS Miss Hawsie M. Rowe, Adviser Robert Holmes President Courtney Turlington Secretary Catherine Langdon . . . . Vice President Lena Ruth Farmer Treasurer Roll Katie Allen Ola Mae Grimes James Massengill Glenard Bailey Christelle Hardee Dallas Matthews Alvie Mae Barbour Voncile Hill Janice McLamb Edwin Boyette Annie Lee Holmes W. R. Norris, Jr. John Boyette Henry Holmes Geneva Register James Brady Robert Holmes Ruth Register Lee Byrd Sherrill Jackson Yira Rogers Mae Byrd Doris Johnson Katie Sorrell Melvin Byrd Gladys Neal Johnson Inez Stancil Z. B. Byrd, Jr. James Harold Johnson Doris Stephenson Hettie Mae Clifton Joshua Johnson Ira Tart Rosalie Clifton Lougreer Johnson Mavis Thornton Louise Deans Mary Lee Johnson Courtney Turlington Dwight Dixon Catherine Langdon Selma Mae Weeks Bill Farmer Mac Langdon Harold Will ' s Lena Ruth Farmer Emily Lee Grace Wheeler Margaret Godwin Emma Lee Jennie Woodall Roy Godwin LeRoy Lee Cornelia Woodlief Ruth Godwin [ 19 ] FRESHMAN CLASS ORGANIZATION Flower: White Rose Colors: Pink and White Motto: Try, Trust, Triumph OFFICERS V. A. Lumley and R. G. Vann, Advisers Jack Dixon President Olive Jewel McLamb Myrtle Sue Smith Vice President Shelton Benson.... Roll SECTION A— Mh. Lumley, Adviser Eva Mae Baker Sherill Johnson Lita Grey Barbour Melba Langdon Ruebern Barbour Christie Lee Dwight Benson Milton Lee KJtXcbUy o J J I 1 1 M J 1 1 ' 1 1 1 i fi ii i i . IllrillCCll ijCC I vOu isc 1 ciison l iil iii l vl • i ii (riiiti IXOIdlltl .Vltlllg UIIJ Hi I UC I I DCJlLUll 1 I ' ll ( ' III . v 1 cU 1 1 1 1 John Bon ncr Jewel IVIcLamb Parol Uvnl Olive Ipwpl A ' Trl ;llnb ll e lit VtI tlll.rllllll Paul RtttH 1 d 11 I Dj ill Shelton N orton H 9 r v y C h n ; i (1 y Rachel Norton Howard C lit ton Douglas Barker Hunter C reech illiam Barrish DeLeon Denning Linton Beacock Sherill Dixon Kathryn Borter Joseph Dixon Marjorie Baynor M rlie ij 11 11 is Julietta Smith Pa n 1 Gr R rd n e r 1 i 1 1 v ii.. Ci ii4-li lYiyrtie oue smiin I i u I ll v ' l J 1 1 1 VT r Bosa Smith Cameron Godwin Ora Belle Stephenson Wilma Hall Earl Strickland Melma Heath Dorothy Surles Mary Belle Henry Hortense Turl ' ngton LeRoy Jackson Haseltine Upchurch Anna Belle Jefferys Mae Gladys Wall Edgar Johnson William Watkins, Jr. Henley B. Johnson Grace Weeks Josephine Johnson A. J. Wheeler, Jr. Lita Gold Johnson Herbert Whittington SECTION B — Mr. Vann, Adviser Jacob Allen Bennett Massengill Leola Allen Erdeen Matthews Joseph Barbour Ura Mae Messer Shelton Benson William Parks Thomas Capps Joe Phillips James Denning Charles Raynor Jack Dixon James Raynor Jarvis Ennis Louise Stewart Marshall Gibbs Eva Tart Grady Grimes Mabel Thornton Aneria Holmes Robie Thornton Christine Holmes Eloise Webb Catherine Howard Duval Weeks Eloise Jackson Charles Woodall Gloria Lee Evelyn Woodall Secretary Treasurer r 20 ] FRESHMAN CLASS [ 21 ] SCHOLASTIC HONORS — FIRST TERM First Honor Roll Requirements : No grade below 90 on any subject, neither absent nor tardy, conduct grade 95 or above. Senior Class: Christine Barbour Second Honor Roll Requirements : An average of 90 on all subjects together. Senior Class: L. M. Denning Jewell Bazemore Annie Laurie Denning Myrtle Hobgood Hazel Johnson Irene Register Junior Class: Edward Dixon Maythorne Pleasant Edna Pearl Raynor Sophomore Class: Ruth Godwin Ola Mae Grimes Courtney Turlington Cornelia Woodlief Freshman Class: Jewel McLamb Kathrvn Porter Deleon Denning HALL OF FAME Outstanding School Citizens Christine Barbour Josephine Barefoot Jewell Bazemore Shelton Benson .John Bonner Addie Coats Thelma Coats Annie Laurie Denning Deleon Denning Edward Dixon Margaret Frye Ruth Godwin Elsie Grimes Ola Mae Grimes Cleone Hall Wilma Hall Myrtle Hobgood Robert Holmes Ernestine Johnson Julia Johnson Lorraine Johnson Lougreer Johnson Gladys Lee Gloria Lee Roland Mangum Woodrow Massengill Jewell McLamb Marjorie Morgan Jimmie Peacock Linton Peacock Maythorne Pleasant Sara Pleasant Kathryn Porter Edna Pearl Raynor Irene Register Carolyn Rose Sara Ryals Bonita Smith Julietta Smith Myrtle Sue Smith Louise Stewart Delaira Surles Courtney Turlington Helen Warren Holton Whittington Cornelia Woodlief [22 ] Did You Know That: 1. Ruth Godwin was jealous of Sara Ryals because of her part in the senior play? 2. Myrtle Hobgood has a broken heart? 3. Courtney Turlington is completely lost when the professor ' s daughter fails to appear at school? 4. Ralph Edward Whittington is known as The Constant Lover? 5. Mr. Lumley has a grudge against someone? (i. Billie Creech made a score of 90 on his state senior exam? 7. Myrtle Sue Smith is old enough to have a beau? 8. Addie Coats has made plans tor the future? 9. Wilson Weeks is going to be one of Uncle Sam ' s handsome sailors? 10. Woodrow and Hazel have started a foundation for the future? 11. John and Edwin Bovette are planning to graduate year after next? 12. Mrs. Edwards is going to turn her tenth grade room into a matrimonial bureau? 13. Jack Dixon has already informed his mother of his corning marriage to Doris Lambert? 14-. Carolyn Rose ' s hobby is collecting toy, or candy rabbits. Just Imagine — Doris Lambert not giving her opinion on anything that comes up before the class. — Not hearing Julia Johnson ' s what after something has been said. — A day passing without Woodrow and Hazel sending notes across the room. — Carolyn Rose not wanting every rabbit she sees. • — A girl not taking a second look when Roy Godwin passes by. — Delaira Surles being too bashful in Sociology class to tell Mr. Woodlief a definit ion of love. ■ — Jimmy Peacock not bringing Louise Ennis a piece of chewing gum at lunch. ■ — Holton and Addie not being seen together. — One day in school without anyone chewing gum. — Miss Rowe using slang expressions. — Everybody making ninety or above on a chemistry test. — Sara not worrying about the length of her hair. — Carolyn suddenly becoming bashful in the classroom. — Delaira and Mamie being as tall as Holton. — Senior class being undignified. — Thurston without Thelma. — Muriel Clifton losing her temper. [ 23 ] MANNERS AT SCHOOL Good manners are a part of good morals. Manners play an important part in develop- ing our moral, mental, and physical life. Since the child is the father of the man ' early habits are hard to break. School habits follow us thro ughout our life, so why not form good habits and use good manners from the very first? Manners in the classroom often determine our manners elsewhere. Upon entering, a student should speak pleasantly to the instructor, if he is in speaking distance, and then go directly to his seat. Pupils standing around, carelessly staring out the windows do not reflect credit on the school. Students should sit erect with their feet directly under their desks and not out in the aisle. Chewing gum, laughing at another ' s mistakes, whispering, giggling, and making annoying, unnecessary noises are always in bad taste. Never interrupt the teacher or another pupil while they are talking. As soon as the recitation is over the pupil should gather his books and leave the room quietly without slamming the door or scuffing his feet. School property such as desks, seats, and blackboards should never be scratched or disfigured in any way. Students should go orderly to chapel or assembly of any kind. In being seated take the place assigned to you, or if none is assigned move to the center so as to leave the other seats for those who come later. Pay close attention to the speaker or performance and do not interrupt by leaving unless absolutely necessary. The head should be bowed in a reverent manner during prayer. Do not look backward at late comers. Modest and sincere applause is always in good taste, while boisterousness indicates ill breeding. Walk quietly while passing through corridors and speak in a moderate voice. Never loiter in the halls. Always walk to the right to prevent confusion and collisions. Never crowd or push. Do not drop trash of any kind, especially gum, on the floors. Reasonable quietness should be maintained on the school grounds. Unnecessary noises such as the continual honking of automobile horns, whistling, and the explosion of fireworks are a nuisance and should be avoided. Always follow rules made by the supervisors in the classrooms, assembly halls, and campus. To break them knowingly is bad manners and breeds bad habits. Manners maketh the man — so said a wise old sage centuries ago. This truth still holds good today. A true lady or gentleman always uses good manners. Josephine Barefoot, ' 39. [24] Study to show thyself approved unto God, a ■workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. II Timothy 2:15. THE BETA CLUB The Beta Club is an organization controlled and directed by educators who are actively engaged in educational work. Our club is under the supervision of Mr. William Watkins, State Director, and Miss Beulah Brake, our sponsor. The Beta Club is a non-secret, scholar- ship-service organization for high school students of America. Its objects are: to encourage scholarship, to promote character, and to stimulate leadership qualities among its members. In order that a student may become a member of this organization, he must average eighty- five on his subjects, must be of good character, and must possess leadership qualities. The students who have met the requirements and are members of the Beta Club are: Christine Barbour Jewell Bazemore Josephine Barefoot Addie Coats Annie Laurie Denning L. M. Denning Edward Dixon Louise Ennis Ruth Godwin Cleone Hall Myrtle Hobgood Ernestine .Johnson Hazel Johnson Julia Johnson Lorraine Johnson Doris Lambert Woodrow Massengill Marjorie Morgan Maythorne Pleasant Jimmy Peacock Irene Register Carolyn Rose Sara Ryals Annie Stevens Delaira Surles Courtney Turlington Alma Pearl West Cornelia Woodlief OFFICERS Jimmt Peacock President Carolyn Rose Vice President Christine Barbour Secretary L. M. Denning ; ' : Treasurer Miss Beulah Brake Sponsor [ 25 ] CALENDAR OF 1938- ' 39 HIGHLIGHTS November 28 December 5 December 9 December 16 October 5 SCHOOL BEGINS Happy days are bere again. October 7 FOOTBALL PRACTICE BEGINS The athletic field becomes an active and colorful place with the work-outs through which Mr. Vann puts the boys. The games our boys played during the entire season showed that they had the real fighting spirit. November 5 HIGH SCHOOL DAY IN CHAPEL HILL The University of North Carolina is host to the high school seniors of the State. Who will ever forget getting soaking wet at that football game between V.P.I, and Carolina; November 23 TURKEY SALE ENDS Our turkey sale to raise money for commencement expenses is a huge success. The almost unbelievably large sum of $48.15 was cleared from the sale of this one turkey. November 24-25 THANKSGIVING HOLIDAYS A pause comes in our regular work. Off we go to the big football games and to other places for fun and good times. BASKETBALL PRACTICE BEGINS Off with the football helmets and uniforms and on to the indoor court in basketball suits go our athletes with a determination to shine and to make Benson stand out in the games of the season. Our girls were right there too, making a record for them- selves in the sport of sports. OUR SECOND VISIT TO CHAPEL HILL This time the President speaks. Mrs. Edwards and some of her history pupils are there to hear and to see it all. SENIOR RINGS ARRIVE Our dreams have really come true! The rings are actually here. POPULARTY CONTEST Who says Benson doesn ' t have pretty girls? Just a glimpse of the thirty-three charming girls marching down the aisle to the stage with their escorts would have convinced anyone. The sum of $163.17 was realized from this for the annual fund. Sara Pleasant won the Cup for the most popular girl, and Dorothy Creech was voted the most at- tractive girl. JUNIOR-SENIOR BANQUET The Juniors entertain the Seniors with the traditional Junior-Senior Banquet at which the Christmas spirit is in evidence everywhere. Surprises and treats follow one another in rapid succession. Immense was the joy! CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS BEGIN The Christmas spirit begins with the exchange of presents and visits from our grade mothers. Then away to our homes we go for a real ho.iday season. BETA CLUB IS ORGANIZED William Watkins, State Director of Beta Clubs, organizes a Beta Club in our school. Twenty-five pupils receive certificates of membership. SUPPER FOR ANNUAL FUND The high school students under the supervision of Miss Rowe serve a supper consisting of menus which included fried oysters, chicken salad, chicken stew, fried chicken and various desserts. We never knew until this supper that some of the high school boys were so handy around the kitchen. MANLESS WEDDING Under the direction of Mesdames M. A. Peacock and Charles Johnson, Senior Class grade mothers, and Miss Brake, a manless wedding is staged by mothers of the seniors and other women of the community. Mrs. L. L. Levinson with her impersonating ways completely put Martha Ray in the dark. From the entrance of the first member of the wedding party until the last guest had assembled, the audience was kept in one continuous uproar of laughter. The proceeds went to the Seniors ' Washington trip fund. SENIOR PICTURES MADE Mr. Daniel of Dunbar and Daniel Studio, Raleigh, makes pictures for the annual. COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT BEGINS Our boys ' and girls ' teams compete creditably in the tournament. Especially close and exciting was the boys ' game with Kenly. BOYS ATTEND WAKE FOREST TOURNAMENT Accompanied by Mr. Vann, the basketball boys enjoy their trip to the tournament and play a good game. December 22 December 23 January 20 January 21 February 9 February 21 March 1 March 9-10 March 14 BASEBALL PRACTICE BEGINS Again a change of athletic uniforms — this time to baseball, spirit shows itself the very first day. The real ol ' Benson [26] mmsam March 23 J. W. W IIITTKNTON A loyal and true friend to Benson High School is Mr. Whittenton, whose generosity and willingness to help are shown in his gifts this year of three medals and loving cups for the Baby Contest and the Popularity Contest. Truly, as Mr. Whittenton says, he loves boys and girls because he has given medals and prizes continuously to the pupils of this school for more than thirty years. March 24-2; March 28 March 30 March 31 April 4 April 10 April 13 SENIOR PLAY Under the direction of Miss Brake, the Seniors gave four one-act plays. Along with this was the annual Baby Contest in which each person was allowed to cast votes for his favorite baby according to the admission price paid. The proceeds amounted to $108.10, which went to the Washington trip fund. BETA CLUB CONVENTION Representatives from our school go to the State Beta Club Convention at Winston- Salem. GROUP PICTURES MADE FOR ANNUAL Mr. Roddey of the Carolina Studios in Charlotte makes group pictures. TRIANGULAR DEBATE Be nson, Four Oaks, Smithfield compose our triangle. Our affirmative loses to Four Oaks ' negative in Benson, but our negative wins over the Sm ' .thfte d affirmative in Smithfield. Our debating teams consist of Helen Warren, Bonita Smith, Jimmy Pea- cock, and Billy Parrish, with Mr. Lumley as coach. SENIORS MAKE THREE DAY TRIP TO WASHINGTON Full of interest and adventure is the trip to Washington. We can hardly estimate the educational value of such a trip as this. Miss Brake and Mr. Woodlief chaperoned the group. CHAPEL PROGRAM ON WASHINGTON TRIP Unique and original was the chapel pro- gram given by the seniors on their return from the Washington trip. Especially amusing and entertaining were the selec- tions given by the hand. ' ' EASTER MONDAY — A HOLIDAY This is the last holiday of the school year. Many go away on pleasant trips. 4-H CLUB PICNIC The 4-H Club members enjoy a delightful outing at Holt ' s Lake. April 21 April 26 May 11 JUNIORS MAKE TWO DAY TRIP TO VIRGINIA Accompanied by Mrs. Edwards, class adviser, and Miss Rowe, the Juniors visit James- town, the site of the first permanent English settlement in America; Williamsburg, Vir- ginia ' s Colonial capitol, which has been restored to its original likeness by John D. Rockefeller, Jr.; Yorktown, the site of the surrender of Cornwallis; the Mariner ' s Museum, the Ship Yard in Newport News; and Virginia ' s capitol city, Richmond. The surprise of the trip was a wiener roast given by Miss Rowe on the banks of the York River at Yorktown. FRESHMEN ENTERTAIN SENIORS The Freshmen begin the traditional series of entertainments for the Seniors with a picnic at Green Gables. SOPHOMORES ENTERTAIN SENIORS At Williams ' Lake this time the Sophomores delightfully entertain the Seniors at a wiener roast. May 21 BACCALAUREATE SERMON Reverend Forest H. Young preaches the baccalaureate sermon in the Missionary Baptist Church. The choir is composed of high school students who render special music under the direction -of Miss . Ethel Gaitley. May 23 May 25 MUSIC RECITAL Miss Ethel Gaitley presents her voice and piano pupils in a very creditable recital. CLASS DAY PLAY Christine ' s Party, an original play written by Miss Brake and Mr. Woodlief, is given by the Seniors. May 26 GRADUATION EXERCISES The Seniors give orations. Diplomas and awards are presented. [ 27 ] 4-H CLUB The 4-H Club is a nation wide organization conducted by the Department of Agriculture in cooperation with the state and county. In our County the club is directed by Mr. M. Edmund Aycock, Mr. S. C. Winchester, and Miss Irene Brown. The objective of this club is to give boys and girls training in better practices in agriculture and hcmemaking. in the broader phases of community organization, and in the finer and more significant things of life. It develops greater happiness and a richer social life in the community by wholesome recreation and secures the in- spiration which comes from friendly competition and produces trained leadership, ownership, and citizenship. The organization in our school has approximately eighty members. OFFICERS Christine Barbour President Norwood McLamb Secretary-Treasurer Sara Pleasant Vice President Doris Lambert Historian-Reporter Motto: To Make the Best Better CLUB PLEDGE I pledge: My Head to clearer thinking; My Heart to greater loyalty; My Hands to larger service; and My Health to better living for My Club, my Community, and my Country. t 28 ] TRIANGULAR DEBATING TEAMS Affirmative: Bonita Smith and Billie Parkish. Negative: Jimmie Peacock and Helen Warren. Question: Resolved, That the United States should establish an alliance with Great Britain. COMMENCEMENT ORATORS Top row: Ralph Edward Whittington, Holton Whittington, and Woodrow Massengill. Second row: Hazel Johnson, Thelma Coats, and Jimmie Peacock. Bottom row: Doris Lambert, Helen Warren, and Carolyn Rose. [ 29 ] Music is the only art that actually lives. Her elements, vibration, pal pitation, are the elements of Life itself. Wherever Life is, Music is also. Paderewski. - - « 1 « ■ ' ■): EUTERPE PIANO AND VOICE CLUB Delaiha Surles President Annie Laurie Denning. . Vice President Miss Ethel Gladys Gaitley, Teacher Boll Ernestine Bailey Joan Benton Gola Faye Clifton Annie Laurie Denning Jerre Denning Jimmy Farmer Lena Ruth Farmer Ruth Godwin Pauline Hall Barbara Ann Johnson Bettie Jo Johnson Bettie Wilson Johnson Lina Pearl Johnson Ruby Lee McLamb Betsy Ann Morgan Junius Morgan Leta Olive Phyllis Parker Annie Ruth Penny Kathryn Porter Marjorie Raynor Dorothy Ann Smith Myrtle ' Sue Smith Bobby Louis Stephenson Kyle Hunter Stephenson Delaria Surles Alma Pearl West Dorothy Wheeler Elsie Whitley Evelyn Woodall Cornelia Woodlief [30] POPULARITY CONTEST Top row: Nellie Clifton, La Belle Hotel; Annie Laurie Denning, J. F. Woodall; Catherine Langdon, Walt ' s Watch Company; Christine Barbour, Jimmy ' s Barber Shop; Lorraine Johnson, Lane ' s Candy Company; Alice Ennis, Greenthal ' s Dept. Store; Pauline Gilbert, Gilbert ' s Barber Shop; Joyce Dixon, Benson Drug Company Second row: Mae Gladys Wall, E. S. Turlington Company; Maythorne Pleasant, Parrish Motor Company; Julia Johnson, Kelly ' s Department Store; Ernestine Johnson, First Citi- zens Bank Trust Co.; Carolyn Rose, Rose it Woodall Furniture Co.; Doris Johnson, City Cleaners; Cornelia Woodlief, .1. W. Whittenton Jewelry Co.; Edna Pearl Raynor, Acme Cleaners; Myrtle Hodgood, Stephenson Motor Company Bottom row: Janice McLamb, E. A. Johnson, Jeweler; Olive Jewell McLamb, I. B. McLamb; Sara Ryals, Overby Funeral Home; Gladys Neal Johnson, Peacock Drug Company; Sara Pleasant, Farmer ' s Supply Company; Marjorie Morgan, P. B. Johnson Company; Margaret Godwin, Jeffry ' s Diner; Doris Morgan, Medlin and Dorman; Helen Warren, Warren Drug Company Not in picture: Dorothy Creech, The Outlet Store; Addie Coats, Belle ' s Beauty Shop; Mabel Holmes, Acme Market; Norma Jean Duncan, C. M. Hodges; Mildred Ennis, K. D. Johnson Co.; Lena Grey Boyette, Lady Charm Beauty Shop; Leola Ryals, Rose ' s 5-10-25c Store. Winners Sarah Pleasant Most Popular Dorothy Creech Most Attractive [31] ATHLETICS Athletics under the direction of Mr. Vanii and his assistant, Miss Warren, lias hit a new high during the school year of 1938- ' 39. The finest kind of spirit, loyalty, and cooperation has prevailed, and much of a lasting nature has been accomplished. In football the schedule was limited in the number of games played due to the late opening of school. The team, however, made rapid progress and ended the season with a .500 average. After losing to Wendell and Garner, our boys defeated Wilson 14 to and then overwhelmed Clinton Juniors 29 to 0. William McLamb was ace backfield man, combining speed and power. Norwood MeLamb and Red Holmes were power houses in the line, and John David Stephenson was an accurate passer. The officers were: Captain, William McLamb; Manager, Rifton McLamb, and Assistant Manager, John David Stephenson. During the basketball season the boys played some very good games. Some were close and some were one-sided. Two extra periods were played before losing to Smithfield 35 to 33. The boys then hit their stride and walloped the Methodist Orphanage 57 to 25 and Pine Level 76 to 26. They then played two very close tournament games, losing to Kenly 20 to 22 in Smithfield and winning from Mon- cure 24 to 23 in the Wake Forest Tournament. We regret losing by graduation this year Rifton McLamb, who was the Spark plug of the team. William McLamb was also steady and very outstanding as a guard. Officers were: Captain, Rifton McLamb; Manager, Bill Farmer; Assistant Manager, Norwood McLamb. The high scorers for the season on the girls ' basketball team were Christine Barbour and Ernestine Johnson. Altogether twenty games were played — all fair and hard fought games. A contest between the boys and girls as to the number of games won created much interest. The boys won; so the girls gave them a party. The boys opened the baseball season with a bang. They were promised a party by Mrs. Vann if they won the opening game. They made sure of the party by scoring four runs in the first inning as Bill Farmer hit a home run with the bases loaded. They finished up this game with a 13 to 1 win over Smithfield. They were given the party and continued to win games. Leading hitters have been Rifton McLamb, Mac Langdon, Bill Farmer, and John David Stephenson. Leading pitchers, Bill Farmer and Edgar Johnson. Officers were: Captain, Bill Farmer; Manager, Rifton McLamb, and Assistant Manager, Mac Langdon. No director of an athletic program could have been more capable and hard- working than Mr. Vann. His sole interest has been the improving and the strengthening of the teams, with much emphasis placed on true sportsmanship. We all admire and respect Mr. Vann for the man he is and for his ability as a coach. I 32 ] BASKETBALL GIRLS Top row: Coach, Miss Ina Warren, Doris Morgan, Ruth Godwin, Lena Ruth Farmer, Olive Jewel McLamb Bottom row: Cornelia Woodlief, Christine Barbour, Manager, Ernestine Johnson; Captain, Carolyn Rose; Co-captain, Janice McLamb BOYS Top row: Dwight Dixon, Robert Holmes, R. G. Vann, Coach; Edwin Boyette, Mac Langdon, James Harold Johnson, Edgar Johnson Bottom row: Bill Farmer, Manager; William McLamb, Rifton McLamb, Captain; John David Stephenson, Noewood McLamb [ 33 ] TEW IS AND SOFT BALL TEAMS Miss Ina Warren, Girls ' Coach A most sincere, hard-working, and understanding coach lias been Miss Ina Warren, who so ably has helped the girls in basketball, tennis, and Softball. She too has built up a real spirit of sportsmanship in the truest sense of the word. Miss Warren is admired, loved, and respected by the entire group of her girls and the whole of the student body of Benson High School. r 34 ] FOOTBALL SQUAD Top row. Morris Price, Ralph Edward Whittington, Elbert Benton, Glenard Bailey Second row: Charles Raynor, William McLamb, Captain; James Harold .Johnson, Edwin Boyette, Roy Godwin, Noewood McLamb Bottom row: Dwight Dixon, Bill Farmer, John David Stephenson, Assistant Manager; Mac Langdon, Rifton McLamb, Manager; Robert Holmes, R. G. Vann, Coach BASEBALL SQUAD Top row: Charles Raynor, Robert Holmes, Elbert Benton, Morris Price, Glenard Bailey. Second row: William McLamb, James Harold Johnson, Edgar Johnson, Dwight Dixon, Edwin Boyette, Roy Godwin Bottom row: Norwood McLamb, Bill Farmer, Captain; Ralp h Edward Whittington, John David Stephenson, Rifton McLamb, Manager; Mac Langdon, Assistant Manager; R. G. Vann, Coach [ 35 ] W ho ' s Who in Benson High Christine Harbour Best All Round Girl Edward Dixon Best All Round Boy Myrtle Hobgood Prettiest Girl Roy Godwin Most Handsome Boy Jewell Bazemore Most Studious Holton Whittington Most Dependable Ralph Edward Whittington Most Dignified William McLamb Most Courteous Jimmy Peacock Most Ambitious Myrtle Hobgood Most Original Holton Whittington Most Influential Carolyn Rose Wittiest Joyce Dixon Most Popular Girl Ralph Edward Whittington Most Popular Boy Christine Barbour Best Girl Athlete Rifton McLamb Best Boy Athlete Ernestine Johnson Most Attractive Joyce Dixon Cutest Girl L. M. Denning Cutest Boy Ernestine Johnson Friendliest Girl William McLamb Friendliest Boy Jewell Bazemore Most Industrious Ernestine Johnson Most Pleasing Personality Weather Report- — Junior Class Joyce Dixon Breezy Margaret Frye Mild Bonita Smith Dry Willie Mae Smith Unsettled John P. Stephenson Threatening Marjorie Morgan Agreeable Maythorne Pleasant Pleasant Morris Price Thunder Edward Dixon Lightning Edna Pearl Raynor Fair Pauline Gilbert Warm W. F. Smith Freezing Louise Tart Windy William McLamb Settled Maxine Langdon Cloudy Mary Parker Foggy Norwood McLamb Hurricane Iva Belle West I Changeable Lois Benson Stormy John David Stephenson Tornado Robert Wheeler Typhoon Sara Pleasant Cyclone Billie Parrish Clear Eloise Stephenson Hot Estelle Messer Blustry Doris Morgan Cool Florence Lee Misty Hunter Stevens Dusty Gladys Lee Frosty Eura Mae Lee Snowy Alice Ennis Icy Norwood Lee Hail Gola Faye Clifton Sleet [ 36 ] THE BABY CONTEST The Baby Contest has become an annual and much looked forward to event at Benson High School. It creates a lot of interest and excitement and gives us an opportunity to get together the littlest boys and girls of our community for one colorful and interesting program. Much wholesome rivalry springs up among the various girls sponsoring their chosen entries in the contest. Such an affair always adds life and zest to our school year. The photographs of babies in the contest this year appear above on this page and in a grouping of kodak pictures on page 38 entitled Snapshots. Each year the Senior Class gives a play. It has become traditional now to have the baby contest on the evening in which the Senior play is given. The loving cup was won by little Miss Linda Gale Lee this year. [ 37 1 SNAPSHOTS [38] Annual Stuff Jimmy Peacock Editor-in-Chief Ernestine Johnson I , • , p j-, V Assistant Editors Annie Laurie Denning; Delaria Surles Business Manager Carolyn Rose I • . , t, t V Assistant Managers Elsie Grimes ) Myrtle Hobgood | ,• • 7 - ,-, y Advertising Editors Irene Register I Woodrow Massengill Sports Editor Rifton McLamb Football Helen Warren Basketball Ralph Edward Whittington Baseball Doris Lambert I 7 ,. -r, ,-. Circulation Editors Addie Coates I Jewel Bazemore I r eature Editors Julia Johnson I L. M. Denning. . News Editor Christine Barbour Club Editor Miss Hawsie M. Rowe Adviser Advertise ents W if h Best W ishes of FIRST-CITIZENS BANK TRUST COMPANY Serving Twenty Towns in Eastern North Carolina Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation CONGRATULATIONS AND Best Wishes from BEST WISHES TO 1939 GRADUATES Greenthal ' s Stores Lewis Sporting Goods f Company — Qnn 4 J — — v +- f )i f fi f fare Raleigh, N. C. f nr Men, Women, and Children Hardware and Furniture • E. S.TURLINGTON b Famous Brands COMPANY Popular Prices GIFT SHOP • Lingerie and Baby Department Benson : North Carolina Rpncrtn Kl C P. B.JOHNSON Southern School Supply BUILDING MATERIALS Company nnn UMU Laboratory, Library and GENERAL FARM SUPPLIES School Supplies • RALEIGH : NORTH CAROLINA Everything for the Farm • COATS CIGAR CO. Service Since 1900 • Wholesale Candies Wade F. Johnson, Mgr. 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