Central High School - Tom Tom Yearbook (Tulsa, OK)

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,N f. ts 'QS Q .Z an 2 S V. Q y r ,S S 52 Q :X f 5 ELI C. FOSTER , Principal of Central High School U. The central theme of this boolz represents a chapter in the westward , march of civilization. One who views the statues by Cyrus E. Dallin may get a picture of the great struggle which has taken place in our own ' great State of Oklahoma in order that industry and society might progress in their persistent struggle for the higher things of life. Here on these hills and plains, after much suffering, many hardships and bitter struggles, under the guiding hand of Plim who hnows all and sees all, the Paleface and the Red Man joined hands in a lasting friendship. The readers of this booh may come to realize more fully the great contributions which have been made by the pioneers of our country. They may have a deeper appreciation for the splendid monument to this civili- zation which the good peo le of Tulsa have built or the students o Central Pfigh School The Appeal to the Great Spirit has contributed much to the high idealism of our school. It will continue to inspire and uplift those who come and receive the great gifts of this marvelous institution. , ' ' 'W f ,,, A1 ,