Bluffton High School - Retrospect Yearbook (Bluffton, IN)

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Departments Academic The academic course, which is required for college entrance, is usually chosen by those students wishing to attend a college or university upon their graduation from high school. One of the most important courses is English. Grammar and composition are combined with the study of English and American literature to make an interesting and well balanced course. German and Latin are the languages offered, both of which give a solid foundation for further study in these or other foreign languages. The Latin classes study Caesar, Cicero, and Vergil, receiving a background that has valuable cultural benefits. The course in mathematics is varied and includes advanced arithmetic, algebra, plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry. An innovation this year was the trigonometry class; it had twelve students and covered a semester’s work. Studies offered in the social science group include United States history, general history, civics, and economics. Living at a time when the world is again plunged in war, thoughtful students regard with vital interest the history of their nation and the world. Through these subjects, students can gain an intelligent understanding of the past and can plan more success¬ fully for the future. Biology, chemistry, and physics make up the science course. Biology is the science of living things. It deals with plants and animals and uses facts about them to illustrate principles that govern life. Chemistry is the science which deals with matter, and physics is the science which has to do with the forms of energy. In chemistry the elements and their reactions to each other are the basis for many laboratory exercises. Physics takes up the study of electricity, light, and all the physical laws. Future engineers are “cutting their teeth” in Mr. Park’s physics class . . . Chemistry lab—where any¬ thing can happen . . . Shorthand taught by Miss Shafer—what the well-informed secretary should know . . . Pencils rate along with the horse and buggy— these girls go streamlined with Royals and Remingtons . . . Veni, Vidi, Vici—so saith Caesar, and these Sopho¬ mores look duly impressed.

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Over a period of years, three efficient business men have guided skillfully and shaped carefully the destiny of our entire educational system. As a result we have a glowing, progressive institution of which we are justly proud. Because of the faith, the vision, and the farsightedness of these men, we are now seeing the realization of our youthful ambitions come true, and are truly grateful. Mr. Baker, president of the board, is the local International Implement dealer. Mr. Kunkel, secretary of the board, is the publisher of the Ft. Wayne Journal Gazette and a member of the Indiana University Board of Directors. Mr. Fitzpatrick, treasurer of the board, is cashier of the Old First National Bank. He is our friend! The words Brought summer and the birds; And all our winter time Thawed into running rhyme And rippled into song, And so it sings to-day— So may it sing alway! Let each mute measure end With “Still he is our Friend.” — Riley. 10

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Departments Commercial The commercial course is one of the four-year courses offered in B. H. S. Approximately one hundred students are enrolled, fitting themselves for general office and secretarial jobs. Included in this course are the following subjects: English, commercial arithmetic, biology, commercial geography, commercial law, typing, shorthand, salesmanship, bookkeeping, spelling, United States history, business practices, health education, civics, economics, and office practice. The advanced typing class typed letters for the Wells County Tuberculosis Association; addressed, filled, and mailed letters for the Tuberculosis Seal campaign; typed election material in the fall; typed all the Comet stories the first semester; cut stencils for teachers; and wrote many letters for individuals. Industrial Arts and Vocational Education The Industrial Arts and Vocational Education courses afford practical experience for the boys taking them. The courses of study take in vocational guidance, drafting, shop work, and printing. Through the efforts of Mr. Templin and Mr. Larmcre, the boys have a better chance of getting a job when they graduate. The printing classes print the programs and tickets fcr all school activities and publish the Comet, our school paper. Art The art department, under the direction of Miss Smith, is composed of students who are interested in art as a vocation and as a hobby. The work is planned with the purpose of satisfying the needs of all these students. Some of this year’s projects were charcoal sketching, mural painting, water color painting and pastel drawing, pencil sketching, dress designing, advertising, commercial work, and a limited amount of work in crafts. “A penny saved is a penny earned.” Seniors leirn the laws of economics taught by Miss Shively . . . Algebra—brain gymnastics for earnest Freshmen . . . “Andy” McNown puts over a point in his Junior English class . . . Not a paperwad in sight. There’s good behavior while the cameraman snaps the library . . . Freshies battle nouns and verbs under Miss Monger’s expert guidance.