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

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Administration THE COUNCIL of the Indian tribes included men skilled in learning, renowned in the hunt, and noted for their wise and just philosophy. Members were selected to rule over the destiny of the tribe, to prescribe the training for the young braves, and to establish the laws of tribal ceremonies. When war was pending, members of the tribal council would meet around the campfire and discuss plans for defense and policies for war. Often the day was spent and the shining stars illumi- nated the heavens before the group adjourned. Thus the council became known for its service, guidance, and knowledge. When in trouble, stalwart warriors, timid boys, shy maidens, and old women alike sought the trusted council, and abided by its de- cisions. The Central High School Braves and maidens have their Council in the Board of Education, composed of seven men, selected by the people for their broad outlook and knowledgeg men noted for their learning, and respected for their judgment. Working with the other administrative officers, the superinten- dent and his assistants, the principal and his assistants, they consider the problems of Central High School and hand down wise decisions. To the unfailing efforts of this capable group of men, Central High School owes much of its success.

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Paar 22 NI ERLIC PRIINTY Superinlcndenl Tulm Pulxlir Sflmolr The Indian Sets Forth His Philosophy In His Literature and Life VERY HUMAN creature possesses a philosophy of life. Back of all hu- man endeavor and activity is a philosophy that prompts and directs performance in life situations. Usually people do not fully live up to their philosophy of life, but one thing is certain, they never exceed it. Indian literature, like all other literature, is an expression of the best thought and deepest emotions of its writers. The Indian's imaginative philosophy and his way of life are reflected in his literature. The primitive Indian was intimately in tune with all the great forces of nature. He lived at the mercy of the winter's snow, and rejoiced with the forests in summer. He shared the habits of the beasts, and learned their names and all their secretsng thought of them as little brothers. For him every tree, every plant, every creature, every Water was inhabited by a spirit, the heavens and every heavenly body were the abode of magic. Religion, education, government, art, music, nature, history, and legend proved fruitful themes for creative and imaginative Writing on the part of the Indian as he progressed in the enterprises of civilization. It is the opportunity of high school students to become acquainted through read- ing with the fascinating and literary expression of the Indian. Nothing is dead in the past to him who would know how the present came to be. The Indian has made and is making his recorded literary con- tributions to American civilization and to its cultural growth and ad- vancement. WMU 567