Benson High School - Tatler Yearbook (Benson, NC)

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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 ]

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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.

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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]