Central High School - Pemican Yearbook (High Point, NC)

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program was resumed. This modern method of teaching has become a vital part of our educational program. The operation of the high school radio station also played an important part in the activities. Student groups planned and presented the broadcasts. WI-IPS was the pride and joy of every boy, girl, and teacher connected with H.P.H.S. School life was not our only back- ground, for our activities extended into the organizations sponsored by the churches and community. Serving as a link between the school and com- public building in the city, was furn- munity were the .high school musical groups, which made frequent appear- ances before local church and civic organizations. Every denomination and sect was represented by one of the 87 churches which stood with outstretched arms to every member of the community always ready to cope with their religious and moral problems. While the churches solved spiritual problems of the people, our new hospital cared for the sick. This humanitarian institution, the newest and most modern ished with the latest modern equip- ment and a well-trained staff. Administering to the social whims of the younger set and adults alike were the local theatres. During this year movie-goers over the nation mourned the death of the all-time favorite enter- tainer, Al Jolson. And Main Street-a street of shops, department stores, movies, banks, and all that goes to make up a prosperous community, was a part of our back- ground. The Southern Exposition Building towers over all the other in-

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