Central High School - Centralian Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

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Classmates .' lllf realization that we have tinished our high school course is, for the most part, very pleasing to us. XYe cannot, how- ever, leave Old Central without a feeling of regret that our in- teresting high school life is now only a memory. During the last four years, we have followed with a definite purpose a prescribed course of study. Our purpose has not been merely to absorb a certain nmnber of history dates or rules of mathematics but lo learn how to study. A knowledge of mere facts does not insure a man success, but, on the contrary, it is the ability to analyze and grasp a subject that counts. The principal and faculty bear a position of vital importance in the development of a high school pupil. ln this regard we have been particularly fortunate. lXlr. Greer and his able corps of teachers have aided us in an entirely unmechanical manner. They have always been eager to give us their assistance, even, if it were necessary to sacrifice their own time to do it. 'l'heir con- duct also has always been exemplary and conducive to the estab- lisluuent of high ideals in our younger minds. XYe have now reached a point in our lives where it is neces- sary to decide upon a definite branch of work which we intend to follow in the future. In this age, a person in our position should not wander along with no aim in view. XVe must educate ourselves well in a limited division of a certain vocation instead of getting only a slight knowledge of a more extensive part. .-Xs we look out into the future, we can see splendid oppor- tunities in various trades, businesses or professions. NYC cannot expect, however, to accomplish anything unless we enter into it with a strong determination. The successful goal can only be reached by strenuous labor. ,Xnd now that the time has come to enter this new line of activity let us bear in mind the words of Roosevelt, ln short, in life, as in a football game, the prin- ciple to follow is: hit the line hard: don't foul and don't shirk, but hit the line hard! GEORGE DAVIS, President of -lune Class, '1O. 13

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CLASS OFFICERS George Davis, Prey, Elizabeth Pickett, Vin'-Prr.f. Helen Tuttle, Sef'y David Jones, Trfar. I2

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15111 Qllazz iKnnrh lTll the election of oflieers the senior class of 1010 became an entity. Yarious standing committees were appointed. Numerous meetings were called to order by the president. The minutes were sometimes read by the secretary. The clock early received the attention of the class. ln order that this enterprise might not be undertaken without due consid- eration, a special committee was appointed for investigation and it was reported that the clock could be repaired free of charge! lf anyone doubts that the seniors have an aesthetic sense, look at the class sweaters. That monogram tgreen and goldl is a work of art. XYe had our pictures taken at Golling-Hesse. They too are works of art. Our class meetings were always spirited. lly far the most interest was manifested in the discussion of that vital question the Honor System. lt was thought that the adoption of an honor system would establish a worthy precedent and would be a moral stimulus to the freshmen. llut when the final vote was taken, the class. like all Gaul, was divided into three parts. Thus was ended a great reform. XVithout any superfluous discussion and with no objections we have decided upon our class play. The Cricket on the Hearth, which will be given at the liast High Auditorium, .-Xpril 15, 1010. The class has yet to select and present its memorial. ln three more months our course will be completed. The Senior Class will be no more. lint its individuals will go forth, Ad Yincen- dum. Attest. lll2l,liN R. TL'TTl.li. Secretary. Elreanurrrki Illvpnrt T has always been the treasurer's idea that the motto lin Avant. applied directly to his duties: therefore he has endeavored to keep the linancial outlook clear and the class from going ignominiously in the hole. So far he has been success- ful. The two Senior lnformals, given by the class. were both very enjoyable ailairs. both to the participants and to the treasurer, for 3323.25 was realized on the dance of November 2-lth and 310.50 on january 1-lth. Numerous necessary expenses, how- ever, have lessened these amounts. Twice has the class ex- pressed its sympathy to fellow classmates in the forms of Howers. and the procuring of class plays was a considerable item. .Xt the present date, 318.75 remains for future days. May they be as propitious as those of the past! IXXYID ti.AXl.l2 JONES. Nlarch 17, 1010. Treasurer of 'Iune Class 1010. 14