Charlotte High School - Delphian Yearbook (Charlotte, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1940 volume:

The CHARHIAN PUBLISHED BY THE Seniors anJ journalism Class ♦ OF ♦ Charlotte High School Charhian Staff Editor - • • Jim Spaniolo Assistant Editor-Kathleen Mtkesell Sports Editor . Kenneth Bruce Feature Editor Gloria Beebe Calendar Editor . Norman Dodge Class Editor . Oorene Snoke Wilma Barnes Typists . S Maynard Davidson (.Frederick Young Business Mgr. • Shirley Bring Program Chairman . Jane Peter. Photographic Mgr. . Gordon Cheney , .. i Bob Huber Circulation Mgrs. ■[ Brth ., Ke-fer Adviser . . Harlan McCall Dedication We humbly dedicate this Charhian to the Memory of Dale Smith and Jerry Settles. They endeared themselves to students and faculty and will remain lorg in our hearts. MCGRATH OlFOCCO. CMAMlOTTS HONOR STUDENTS Deceiving all A’s and compiling a perfect 4.00 average in every subject. Shirley Bring captured valedic- torian honors for this year’s graduating ciass She has been present at four honor banquets during hei high school career. She was a member of the Girl Reserves for two years; travel club, one year; glee club, three years; and the commercial club, two years. Shiney was class treasurer and science club president when a freshman. She was busi- ness manager of the Charhian, worked on the Orange and Black, and was president of her home room in her senior year. In addition to her scholastic achievements, she had roles both in the junior play and in the 1938 operetta. Salutatorian honors for the class of 1940 went to Kathleen Mikesell. who established a 3.97 average. Kathleen has attended the honor banquet four years. She has been in the Girl Reserves three years; glee club, two years; Footlighteers, three years; rural students’ club, two years; and Speedwriters, three years. While a junior. Kathleen was chosen class secretary and had a prominent role in the junior play. Kathleen was class queen when a junior and in her senior year the students elected her school queen. She served as student council secretary and was assistant editor of the Charhian. Every year a boy and a girl are selected from the grad- uating class on the basis of scholarship, sportsmanship, and leadership while attending high school. For the second time since the history of the Honor Plaque, two students have tied for the honor. They are Vada Miller and Lucile Goldman. The boy chosen is Robert Huber. Robert Huber completed his high school career with an average of 3.51. He has been present at three honor ban- quets. In sports. “Bob” played tackle on the football team for two years and threw the shotput on the track squad besides participating in interclass sports for three years. While a freshman he served as class president and as student council representative. His classmates re-elected him to the student council in his sophomore year. During his four years in school. “Bob” has been an active member of the “C” club, science club, Footlighteers, and Hi-Y. In his senior year “Bob” was on the finance committee, worked as circulation manager of the Charhian, and acted as president of the Hi-Y. “Bob” played in the band for four years, orchestra three, and had a main part in the junior play cast. Lucile Goldman has attended three honor banquets while in high school. Scholastically, Lucile maintained an average of 3.21. Lucile has displayed much ability in speaking, while a member of the debate club in her junior and senior year. She also participated in extemporaneous speaking when a junior. She has been a member of the Camp Fire Girls, travel club, and the Speedwriters She served as president of the Camp Fire Girls when a junior and was vice president of the travel club this year. Lucile has been manager of the book store in her senior year. Vada Miller was elected president of her class as a soph- omore. ada was sixth in the class scholastic standings with « vei 8ge of 3.(7 and has attended four honor banquets W hile a student in high school. Vada has l een an active member of the travel club, Footlighteers. glee club and . . Reserves. Vada also had an important part in the junior play. This year she has worked on the Orange and Black stafF and on the Eligibility committee. She has also taken part in a great many assemblies in the past year. ■Jr ' The CHARHIAN FACULTY Wendell H. Anderson—A. B.. N. S. T. C.; U. of M. Science. Chem- istry. Mathematics. William L. Austin—A. B.. M. S. C. English. Speech. Richard Bllble—A. B.. U. of M. Junior High. Kenneth H. Brown A B.. W S. T. C. Mathematics. Alleen Combs—Kerris Institute Coinmei tab Jay Dykhouse—Superintendent; B. S.. M. S. C-: A.. U. of M. Occupations. Malcolm Gobel —B. S.. Alma Physical Education. Ward C. Hynes—B. S.. W. S. T. C. Instrumental. Music. Social Science. Margaret Johnson-A B.. C. S. T. C. Latin. French. Marena S. Kiplinger A. B.. t . of M. English. W n T iMe. Arnold P. Koch A. B. I , of M.; M A.. U. of M Physics. Geometry. Music. Harlan R. McCall—Principal; A. B.. Albion; M. A.. I. of M. Journalism. Earl V. Mead—B. S.. W. S. T. C. Manual Arts. Marion Nelthorpe—A. B.. Olivet Art. WIlford Rohlf. B. 8.. M. S. C.: M. S„ U. of III. Biology. Agriculture. Sarah Ross—.BKS. M. S. C. Physicial Education. Russell Steffeos-A. B. W S. T. C. Mechanical Drawing. Shop. Marie Taylor— M. S. N. C. Junior High. Eulalia Toms-B. S.. M. S. C. Home Economic Jacob J. VanVessem-A. B.. CaLin College; M. A.. U. of M History. Civics. Patricia Verdier-A. B . M. S. N. C. Typing. aSkorthand Winifred E. Well� —A. B.. Olivet English. Leora Weymouth—Principal of Junior High; A • Frances Wildern-B. S.. M. S. N. C. English. Music. (((3))) (((ft))) sSLrs o -y '1,n!?l'.uiuul0‘’ .'. ‘v ■ ' ., 11 «-1' .«• .. .. 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Ne.l Clever—Baseball 2. 4: •tV Club 2, 3. 4; Football 3. 4; Interdas� Morta 1, 2, 3, 4: 4«rang A Black 4; Track 3. 4. Jean Cottrell— Barn! 2, 3. 4. Camp Fire Girls 2. 3. 4. Sec. 2. Vlce-pres. 4: «nee bib 1; Honor Banquet I: Orchestra 3. 4; Travel «Tub 1. 2. Robert Cox—'dee t’lub 3; Hl-Y 3. 4; Intrn law Sj � rt� I, 2 3 4; ««range A Black 4. May� ?r ! Dev id eon—Charhian Staff 4; Honor B:in iu«'( I; (iraner A Bbu'k 4. Hural Studenti. 3. 4. Barbara Oell—Olre Club I, 2. 3; Honor Banquet 1; Travel Club 2. 3. Norman Oodoe F.-dllghleer� 1, 2. 3. 4; French Club 1. 2; Honor Banquet l, 2. 3. I; Orange A Black 4. Jxmee Durner— Hu .•bull 3. 4; Basketball 2. 3. 4; ’ C’’ Club 3. 4; Foot- ball 3. I. Manager 2; Glee Club 2. 3; Honor Banquet 1; Inter, lux S|K.rtx I, 2, ora rut e Black 4; Science Club 1. M ViFJ ,1 5 nd � 2 4: Tange A Blin k 4; Printer 4; Si lence Club 1, 2. Olive Forell—die Club I. 2, 3; Home Boom Sec.-Treaa 4; Kural Students I; Travel Club 2. 3. Philip Frace—Hlee Club 3; Hl-Y 4; Home Boom I ’res 3c Honor Ban- quet 1. 2. 4: Interdas� .Sports 1. 3; Student Council 1. 2. 4. Wilma Cnoaa—Manchester, Michigan, l; Glee Club, 2, 3; Operetta 4. Lucille Goldman -Camp Fire «Jlrla 1. 2. 3. I re . 3; Deitate 3 4; Kx- trinporaneou� 3; Honor Ban |Uet 1. 2. 4; Speedwrtter� 4! Travel Club 1, 4. Vlce pres. 4; Honor Plaque 4. Alberta Goff —latindng. Michigan, 3: (Brls’ AthleU AmeIntIon 4. 4. Operetta I; Orange A Black 4; S|h sI writ era 4; TumblliiK Team 4. Grace Gonaer «He Club 1. 2. 3. 4; Operetta 2. 4; SjM-edwriter 4. Richard Goodrich-Band 1. 2. 3. 4: Foot Ugh teera 4; Olee Club 2; In- ter Iuk SjM.rt I, 2, 3. 4; Junior Play 3; or hestra 3; Bural Stu dent� 1. 2. Blanche Green Litchfield, Minnesota, I, 2: Orange A- Black 4. Julia Grier—Camp Fire Girls 2; Honor Hainjuet 2. 4; Noon Hour Com- miUee 4. Rural Student� 1, 3. 4; Speedwritera 3. 4; Travel Club Helen Grimes—Class Treax. 4; Interclass Sports 1. 2. Leone Haddix—Assembly Committee 4; Drum Major 3. 4; Kxtempora- neous 2; Footlighteera 3, 4, I res. 4; Girl Reserves 3. 4; Girls’ Athletic Association 4; Glee Club 2; Home Room Vice- re . 2, Sec.-Treax. 4; Honor Banquet 4; Interclass Sports I, Z, 3. 4; Junior Dramatic� I. I rex. I; operetta t; Orange A Black 4; Science Club |; QulU and Scroll 4. Amoa HaiQh—F. F. A. 3. 4; Rural Students 1. 2. 3. Lawrence Hammond—Club 2. 3. 4. Trens. 3. Vlce-pres. 4: Football 2. 3. 4. «aptam I; «Ilee Club 1. 2: III-Y 3. t. S .-Treax. 3: Inter- • la� � S| irtx 2. 3, I; orange A Black 4; Truck 3. 4. Clarence Hof.'ner—F. F. A, 1, 2: Operetta 4; Rural Student� 2. 3. 4. Stanley Horn—F. F. A. 2. 3; Bural Student� 1, 2, 3. Garland Howe Allegan, Michigan, 1, 2; Rural Students 4. Robert Huber—Band I. 2, 3, I; C Club 3, t; Charhian Staff 4: Claxs ITes. 1; Finance Committee 4; Football 3. 4; Footlighteera 1. 2. 3, 4; Hl-Y 3. 4. ires. 4; Home Room Vlce-pres. 3; Honor Banquet 2. 3. 4; Interdas� Sports 3; Junior l iny 3; Orchestra 2. 3. 4; Poster Committee 3; Science Club 2; Student Council I. 2: Track 2. 3. 4; Honor Plaque 4, Vance Jensen—«Bee Club 4; Operetta 4. Lyle Kane—Baseball I. 2, 3. I; Basketball 2. 3. 4; C” Club 2. 3. 4; Football 3, l; lll-Y 4; Track 3. 4. Bethel Keefer—Marshall. Michigan. 1; Charhian Staff 4; Class Sec. 4; I «eclainatloii 2; Girl Reserve� 3, 4; Honor Banquet 2. 3. 4; In- ter. Ins Sjtortx 4; orange A Black 4; Bural Student� 3; Student Council 3. 4. Esther Kelly -Home Boom I re� . I. Honor Itanquet A; Orchestra I. 2. 3, 4: Travel «Tub ,4t I' %i� ie Keeny -«Bee 0 l I. 2. 3. 4; Operettgfl. 4; Travel Club 3. Elma Klaiss—Camp Fire Girls 3; Glee Club 1, 2; Honor Banquet 2. 3. 4; operetta 2: ««range A Bla« k 4; Speedwritera 4; Travel «.Tub 4. Evelyn Lerch—Girls’ Athletic Association 4; Glee Club 2. Julia Lewie—Band 3, 4, Camp Fire Girls 3; llonor Banquet 1, 2, 4; Orchestra 4. Derr Love Band I; ’I”’ Club 1. 2, 3. 4; Cheer Deader 4; Crow Coun- try 4; F. F. A. 1. 2: Football Manager 2; Hl-Y 3. 4; Honor Ban- quet 3; Interfias� Sporta 1. 2. 3, 4; ««range A Black 4; Bural Students 1. 2. 3; Track 1, 2. 3. 4. Ml 5 ))) ChARHl S€NIORS 1940 Gayle Magoon—F; Justine Malcuit— Jack Mate—Bane Margaret McUmber—Ban Glee Clui� 1. J, 3: Oorothy Mellor—Glee Clu Junior Michael—Ultra! SI Kathleen Mikesell- J; FootliKhteci Vada Miller - Julianne Morey I |� re� . 4; Honor 'luh 1; Travel Howard Newsome • 3. 4; Ciana I re� , tee 4: Football 2. Home Itoom I re� 3. 4: Junior I lav tlon 3: Kura! Sti 4; Travel Cluli 2. Marian Noe- Jean Odell Interelii Lyle Olmstead Roger Peck—Athl Itura I Student Jane Peters -Can Pi Mil lik.' It t r . Eleanor Raymond tinn 3' ij|r| t « Banquet 1. 2. Eunice Riddle—Cl Lester Roberts I Gloria Rounsville— Honor Banquet Elizabeth Royston Virginia Royston ver 3; «.lee lul� 2. 3; Hl-Y tquet 2. 3. 4; I ttten la� � S|� n tor 4: OrnnKe A Black 4: nr Vice-ore � . student Com� quet 1; iperetta • e� 4; Glee Cluli •k 4; Travel Club ■ea� . 3; C Irl He� erv« i Sec. -Tri a� . 2: Ho Innl..r Fla iy j; M d|] and Scroll ne Hoorn iral b in .’I Honor Banquet 1. ( ) The CHAR HI AN S€NIORS 1940 Wanda Scott—Gfrls'Athletic Association 4; Glee Club 2. 3; Honor Banquet l. Interdas� Sports 2, 3. 4: Junior Uramali -8 1. Trea . 1; Uural Students 3, l; Scifltcf Club 1: Speed writer 3. 4, Vfcc- pres. 4; Travel Club 3. 4. Trea . 4. Dale Shumaker—Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; V Club I. 2. 3. 4. K. K. A. 1. 2. 3, 4; Football 2. 3, 4. Honor Banquet 3; Interda � Sport 2, 3, 4. Orange A Blink 4: Rural Student 3, 4. Stage Committee 3. 4. Track 4. Delton Smith -French Club 2. OranKc A Black I. Jack Smith—Band 2. 3, 4: I'Irkn Vice-pre . I; Football 1. 2; Home Itoom Vice pres. 2; Honor Banquet 1, 2. 4; iranicr A Black 4; ITinter 4. Jennie Lee Smith laimdiiK. Michigan, 2: Glee Club 2. 3; Orante A Black 4. Dorene Snok� —Assembly Committee 4. Charhian Staff 4. Cl � Sec. 2. Girl Reserve 3. •; u e-pres. 4; (ilee Club 1, 2. 3, dome Boom VI� ••-prejc. 3; Honor Banquet 1, 2, 3, 4; Operetta 2; orange A Black 4. Speedwriters 3; Travel Club 1, 2; (juill and Scroll 4. Raymond Snyder Basketball 2, 3, 4; • C Club 1. 2, 3. 4. Football I, 2. 3. «. Hl-Y 4, ice-prea. 4; Home Room Vne-pre . 2; Orange 4 Black 4: Trac k 1, 2. 3. 4. James Spaniolo Baseball 1. 2. 3, Co-ca|� tain 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3. Co- captam 4: ”C Club I. 2. 3. Trea . 4; Charhian Staff 4; Class Ire� . 3; Vlce-pre . 2; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Hl-Y 4; Home Boom Vice-I res. 4: Honor Banquet 1,2,3.4. Interclass Sports 3.4. Mixer Chairman 4; Orange A Blac k 4: Science Club 1; Student Council 1.3; Track 4; Travel Club 2. 3. Betty Sparks Class Queen 2. Class Vice-pres. 1. Trea . 3; Drum Major 1. 2. 3. 4. Home Boom Pres. 2. 3. Se .-Treas. 4; Honor Banquet 1. 2. 3; Interdiis� Sports 1, 2. 3; Mixer Committee 4. «peretta 2. Russell Spotte—F. F. A. 1. 2; Glee Club 1. 2. 3. I; Rural Student� I. 2. 3. 4. Clarence Squibb Baseball 2. I. Basketball 1. 2. 3. 4. C Club 2, 3, 4. I res. 4. Footllghteers 2. Glee Club 1. 2; Hall Committee 4. HI- 3, 4; Honor Banquet 1. 2. 3, 4; Student Council 2. 4; Tennis; 3. 4; Travel Club 2. LaDonna Stacey—Band 4; Hire Club 2, 3; orange A Black 4; Travel Club 1. 2. Lyle Sterling -Faton Rapid� , Michigan, I; Band 2. 3, 4; C” Club 4; Football 3. 4; «Ilee Club 3; Hl-Y 3, 4; Interda� � Sports 2. 3; Orange A Black 4; Tennis 3. 4. Byron Stockwell— Band 1. 2, 3. 4; InttrcllU� Sports 2. 3. 4; Orange A: Black 4. Glendale Strickland Donna Sutherland Uafwl 3. I. Operetta 2. 4. Orchestra 1. 2. 3, 4; Science Club 1; Saved writers 3, l; Travel Club 1. 2. 3. 4. Audrey Tanner—«Irnnd I .edge, Michigan. 1. 2. Band 3. I. Orange A Blac k 4. Roberta Thornton— ’nmp Fire Girls 2: «Ilee Club 1, 2. I. 4. Honor Banquet 1. Operetta 2. I; Orchestra 1. 2. 4; Silence « lub l; Travel Club 2. Neal Tomlineon F. F. A. 3, I; «Ilee Club 1. 2, 3, 4. 1‘re . 4. Honor Banquet 2. Junior I lay 3; Operetta 2. 4; Orange A Black 4. Rural Students 4. Lee Vierk-F. F. A 2, 4; «Ilee Club 4; Interdas� Sport 3; Operetta 4. Orange A BU k 4. Merna Vher—Honor Banquet 1; Orange A Black 4; Speedwritens 4; Travel Club 2. Fred Wieting Lansing, Michigan, 2: Baseball 3. I. Basketball 3. 4; Boxing Club 3. 4; C Club 3. t. Sec. 4. Football 3. 4; Home Boom Pres. 4; Honor Banquet 3, I; Interdas� Sports 3. 4; Stage Manager 3. 4. Tenni� 3. 4; Track 3. 4. Philip William —Band 3. 4. Footltghleers 3. 4: Hl-Y 4; Honor Ban- quet 3. 4. Orchestra 4; Science Club 1, 2; Travel Club 3. Marian William� —«Ilee Club 1. 2. 3; Honor Banquet 1. 2. Operetta 2; orange A Black I; Speedwriters I; Travel Club 1. 2. Lee Willi —Ba� ketl all 2; Cheer Leader 3. Honor Banquet 1; Inter- da � Sport 4; ««range A Black 4. Carroll Wilmore—Baseball 3. 4. Basketball 1. 2; Orange A Black 4. Done Winslow «I lee Club 2, 3, 4; Home Boom Pres. 2: Honor Ban- quet I; Operetta 2. 4; Travel Club 4. James Wood—Band 1. 2. 3. 4; Footllghteem 4; F. V. A. 1. 2. 3. 4. Trea� 4; Glee Club 2. 3; Hl-Y 3, 4; Interdas� Sport 3. 4; Operetta 2. 4; Travel Club 1. 2. Helen Yaw—Glee Club 1, 2. 3; Honor Banquet 3; Librarian 3. 4; operetta 2; Travel Club 2. 3. Frederick A. Young—Band 1. 2, 3. 4; Charhian Staff 4; Hi-Y 3. 4. See.-Trea . 4; «Trchestra 3, 4; Travel «dub 2. ((( 7 ))) The CHARHIAN S€NIORS Reunion Attracts Life’s Reporters LIFE has been extremely interest- ed in the activities and occupations of those graduating from Charlotte high in 1940 especially in Homer Al- lison Braden, our president of the United States and his cabinet, his judicial branch, and ambassadors, all of whom are graduates from the class of 40. Never before In history has there been such un outstanding group of people. They have surpass- ed all others In Intellect. (’redit should Ik given to Roger Peck, the world’s fastest typist, who typed the 107 invitations in ten min- utes and also to Jack Mate, whose hotel was loaned to the alumni for its celebration. The following article was taken from the pages of the New York Sun: MEETS AT WALDORF-ASTORIA Last evening. in the Waldorf- Astoria hotel, was the scene of the reunion of the graduating class of1 1940. Jack Mate, owner of this hotel, was host to the 107 alumni and Kath- leen Mikesell. his secretary, acted as hostess. The party started at 7 p. m. and lasted until the wee hours of the next day. President Braden was present with all of his cabinet members who were: Helen Yaw. secretary of state: Car- roll Wllmore. secretary of treasury: Richard Goodrich, secretary of war; Raymond Snyder, attorney-general: Jack Smith, post-master general: Lyle Sterling, secretary of navy; Frederick A. Young, secretary of agriculture; Glendale Strickland, sec- retary of commerce: Margaret Me- Umber secretary of labor. Hazel Bum- for. Moe’s” private secretary, also accompanied him. Max Bottomley. owner of Bottom- ley’s Better Bed Blankets, was seen conversing with Audrey Tanner, of Tanner’s Tea Co. over the new tax Issue Our two outstanding sportswomen of the year. Olive Forell. national figure-skating champion and Eltnn Klulss. Olympic skier, held a round- table discussion with Countess Ocountskle the former Barbara Dell). Helen Grimes, prominent stock- holder. Maynard Davidson, endurance marathon dancer, and Blanche Green, owner of the Kentucky Derby, on the question of “Should Women Take Over the Government? The Misses Jane Peters. Gloria Beebe, and Eleanor Raymond, who have Just returned from Australia, where they were studying the native bushmen. were questioning notable Lucille Goldman (our 20th Century Shakespeare and author of the Rais- ins of Wrath”) on how to write a novel successfully. Marlon Williams and Mema Viler, famous women de- tectives. solved the second Lindbergh case. Mayor Clarence Betts, of New York, was busy engaging Junior Michel’s and Helen Akas’ new vau- deville show for the 1960 World’s Fair. June Burchfield, the featured star of their show, gave her own in- terpretation of how the Charlotte Alma Mater should be sung, according to jump style. HOLD IMPORTANT POSITIONS Commissioner John Allen Caughey. U. S. A. commissioner of Philippines; William Amiss, lecturer on physical culture: Arleta Austin, head waitress at the Waldorf; Nelson Clark, deep sea-diver, were held spell-hound while Alberta Goff, tea taster for Tanner’s Tea Company, related her many excit- President Howard Newsome Vice-President Raymond Snyder Secretary Bethel Keefer Treasurer Helen Grimes ing and thrilling experiences while tasting tea. Supreme court judges: James Bur- ner (chief-justice). Dorr Love. Gayle Magoon. Lyle Olmstead. Dolton Smith. Dodge Williams. Russell Spotts. Lee Vlerk. and Lee Willis, were so enthusiastic over the subject of un-American slot machines, that they forgot about the rest of the re- union and alumni and held a debate among themselves. Hazel Adams found herself In the lime-light when she told of her daring expedition of flying around the world twice with only one stop. Just before completing her second flight. Hazel stopped in Africa for the Misses Wil- ma Barnes and Dorene Snoke. The two girls were exploring the African jungles. Before continuing her jour- ney to the States, she picked up Martha Bryan in Brazil. Martha is the sole owner of Bryan’s Bar-B-Q Beef . The trip was then completed In record time and the four girls came to the party. Mrs. VanderBanderbank (the for- mer Shirley Bring and soclullte. whose daughter Shirley Jean, was recently judged the season’s most populnr debutante) and the Misses Maxine Britten (dean at Smith College) and Betty Bruce, lecturer for the return of longer skirts and no make-up. were carrying on a delightful conversa- tion concerning Shirley’s attractive daughter. Miss Bruce, naturally, held the opinion that Shirley Jean’s skirts were too short and that she wore altogether too much make-up. Professor Bud Hammond, doctor of philosophy at Oxford; Virginia Bryan, language teacher at the Uni-| versity of California: Lyle Kane, dramatics teacher at the University of Charlotte: and Professor Max Field, child psychiatrist at Oxford; were busily discussing the activities and college curriculums at their var- ious universities. Professor Field an- nounced a new theory in child train- ing. DINNER SERVED At eight o’clock, dinner was served. The Reverend Kenneth E. Bruce said grace. Conversation ended with the economic situation in Chile and start- ed lively again with the shout. Hey Squibb, pass those rolls! “Isn’t there any butter?” I’d like some water. “Ike” Frace was the only alumnus that didn’t partake of the regular feast, since Ike Is a specialist on concentrated food. His meal consist- ed of a glass of water and two pills. At least his way of eating doesn’t take up much room. After dinner Gordon Cheney (Full- er Brush man) combined his business with pleasure and increased his financial status. The alumni were in such high spirits because of the delicious food (or something) that they each bought a complete set of Fuller Brushes. At the half way mark of the party. Jean Cottrell arrived with her swing orchestra. Cottrell's Cockey Co- quettes”; she furnished lilting music throughout the lurlance of the even- ing. The only accident of the party was when Dale Shumaker, movie pro- ducer. stepped on Eunice Riddle’s formal, while they were dancing. Dorothy Mellor came to the rescue by offering to repair the damaged gown with some of her Threadsble Thread”. Vada Miller, who cut her honey- moon a week short just to get to the party on time, had everyone in hy- sterics when she told of her sensa- tional honeymoon. This Is only Vada’s SEVENTH husband! Vada gave her address as Mrs. Vada Miller Brown Jones Smith White Johnson Youngs Spatoshing. Spatoshing Man- or. Sputoshlng. Utah. She encour- aged all of the MALES to correspond with her. Howard Buck” Newsome, our na- tional orator, who really won the election for Moe” due to his flli- j blistering, gave a lengthy speech on How Amazed I Am . After Buck's” talk. James Wood was urged by everyone to relate his stirring experi- ence when he and his wife (Julianne Morey Wood) were in Egypt digging up mummies. He told of the unique way he met Neal Tomlinson (who! lives on an o?sis). It seems that Jimmy and Neal were both digging for the same mummy on opposite sides of the same pyramid. Neal’s most prized possession is his mum- my Dooley . After this brief Interlude of speech- es. Stanlev Horn, president of the General Motors, who was the chair- man of the program. Introduced Mrs. Robert Cove (the former Leone Had- dlx). She sang several spicy selec- tions accompanied by Jean Cottrell's Coquettes. Prima Donna Beulah Beebe (our international opera star, who sings in 10 different languages) sang several operatic and swing se- lections accompanied by Justine Mal- cult at the piano. Justine is the only woman director to ever direct the New York Symphony Orchestra. A high light in the evening's enter- tainment was when Norman Dodge, movie idol and Nell Clever. U. S. Ambassador to Istanbul, showed movies of themselves while vacation- ing in Madagascar. Gloria Rouns- vllle, famous foreign news commenta- Presidential Message Reminiscing as a senior group, we can recall many occasions of which we are definitely proud. During our first year we sponsored a mixer ami became generally acquainted. As sophomores we took first prize tu the Thanksgiving drive, and repeated this for the next two years. We presented the Junior play and staged the junior prom... They were great events! As seniors we published the year book, and participated In a variety of activities, for we had as our goal a trip. To the succeeding classes we can only advise you to. Look Forward,” work diligently toward a set goal, and then as seniors, you will be able to realize It. Looking ahead as graduates, let us continue our friendships, carry on our ambitions, and use the knowledge we have acquired in order that we may better face the problems we will meet in the future. In conclusion we wish to express our gratitude to Mrs. Marena Kip- linger. Earl Mead, and Jacob Van- Vessem. who have faithfully advised us during our senior year, and the entire faculty who has contributed their help and Inspiration throughout our high school years. HOWARD NEWSOME. President of the Class of ’40. (CLASS CALENDAR (’less Motto..........Ever Ready J Class Colors.....Blue and White J Class Flower............Carnation? Class Trip......... ......June 7S tor. also appeared in the movie as she w’as vacationing there at the same time. It was quite a reunion for Nor- man. Gloria, and Neil, since they had not seen each other since graduation. Following this unusual movie, a short dramatic skit entitled Our Duty” was given by seven of the most tal- ented rlumnae. The cast was com- posed of: Bethel Keefer, operator of a lumber camp: Esther Kelly. Paris dress designer; Elsie Keeney, botan- ist; Julia Ijcwis, editor of the Vogue magazine; Elizabeth Royston. voted Miss America in 1940 and 1960; her sister. Virginia Royston. New York stage actress; and Jennie Lee Smith, artist. The grand finale of the pro- gram was an exhibition of the latest dance craze “Dip ’en Slide”. The dan- cers were: Amos Haigh. superintend- ent of the Charlotte schools; La- Donna Stacey, auto-racer; Robert Huber, owner of “Huber’s Michigan Dairies”; Clarence Hoffner. president of the Detroit National Bank; Donna Sutherland, who has re-written Web- ster’s dictionary and has added 10. 000 words of her own; Garlund Howe, comedy dancer: Betty Sparks, the present day Einstein: Vance J ii-cm. governor of Michigan; Roberta Thornton, discoverer of a lost island; Wanda Scott. Roberta's assistant; and Genevieve Barlond. famous news commentator. Some oddities of the party were: of all the 107 alumni only five mar- ried . . . An unusual event occurred in the political world when Fred Wletlng. Clarence Squibb, and James Spaniolo attended the party. The boys, who were the opposing party In the recent election, forgot their po- litical differences and greeted Pres- ident Braden. Their theory to over- throw the government originated back in 1940 in one of Professor Van’s Civics classes . . During a visit to Switzerland w'here Grace Gonser operates a resort hotel in Lucerne, (Continued on page 18) ((( 8 )) The CHARHIAN S€NIOR BIOGRAPHY NAM I 11 A damn M A Kit W. Anita • ]. B rl«� nd W. Harnm B IWlif a. Bwb NICKNAME FAVORITE SAYING HOBBY HbwI Oh, dear! Reading Hflrp Heavens! Music Bill'' Nut ! Radio 'Short tuff HI. kid! Whistling Jean . . and everythin My orchestra else ' Barney Oh. kittens! Correspondence Judy Oh. you think ao! Sewing Glory 8uch la life! Music CHERISHED POSSESSION Claaa ring Plano Radio I-ooket Wavy brown hair Pres. of Speedwriter 'tllK Locket DETESTS MOST Snob poor sport l-emon pie Snob V-ft’a clove rum Show offa Wet blank eta C. Belts M Rot tom Icy || Braden ft Brin M Britten B. Brwe K. Bruce M Brvan V. Bryan H. Bunt ford J. Burchfield J, Cauahey ). Cheney N. Clark N. Clever J. Cottrell It. Cox M. Davldeon B. I ell N. Dodge J. I urner M. Field O. Forell P. Fnu-e W. Gnuaa L. Gold titan Charlie •Whittle Moe Chlckle Max” “Betay Buck Marty Vlrrlnla '’Squirt Stuff Al Gordie Nellie Bill Jennie Bob” Davidson Baba French� ' Dopey Cheaty Baby IVe Willie Lucy Dorronlt! He took It ' HI. boy! Swell! Really! Hello. Spook! HI. Imt ! Sure thin ! Crlpe! Timfa what you think! oh. heck!” I oggone It! Take two they're amall! 8hoot! 111. .hum!'' How dumb! HI. butch! Oh. my gosh!” Oh. veah! Hey! HI, fathead!” Say! “Might be Interesting”' Nothin' Rather!” Gee. I don’t know’ Wood Work M ualc Sporta Photography Scrapbooks Souvenlra Gaa Station Souvenlra Ralph Embroidering Cooking Archery Loretta and I’hotO graph� - Wiaalahop Sport M ualc Driving Fishing Scrapbooks Stamp Collection Fuaalng around Photography Cat Ikincing Reading Writing Gun Trumpet A aecret Wavy hair My eata Teddy Bear Wife Toddy Bear t ocket I.o« ket R'n« Shot sun A picture Calf Football trophy Flute Billfold Model T T-ocket French collection My na� m Flash gun Driver license A picture Jewelry Link bracelet Windbaga Poor aeon Pessimist Double-mint gum Snobs Pest Book Report Dirty finger nails t� nlon Snob Gravy Slicker Talkative girl Sisaiea Stuck-up women Snob Too much make-up Snob Snob Pess mists Beefers Drunkard Questions Noisy radios Snob Poor Excuse A. Goff G. Conner R, Goodrich H. Green J. Grier II. Grime L. Iladdlx A. Ilalgb L. Hammond C. Hoffner Red Oracle Curly “B Julie Ma Leone Mouse -M. ■Ilain” Hoffner I didn't do It!” Kid. you're kidding! Howdy do! So there, too! I don’t know! Why? Rowdy dow ' I don't know! HI. Smooch! I don’t know! Athletica Cracking Gum Chevy� Roller Skating Reading Sewing Twirling and Dancing Horaea Collecting stuff” Wood Work I tog Eye My Charhtan Bob Brothers Watch My trombone player Car F Hit ball trophy Wavy hair Smartlea Liar Stuck-up girl Liar Rainy weather Snob Two-faced people Dentist Stubborn |ieople Studies S. Horn Tmighy • Oh, yeah! Eating Horse Snobs Ci. Howe R. Huber V. Jensen L. Kane B. Keefer E. Kelly Garland Doc Vance “Killer” Patrick” Kelly Hi. stranger! Wanta ride! Bird In the hand la worth two In the buah! HI. there! Hey. Mike! I think ao! Hunting Stamp Collecting Fishing Eating Sewing Baseball Pictures Shot guns Car Advanced Algebra Imok My woman High school days I-ocket Women Stuck-ups American government Winter Hill-bitty music Snobs E. Keen� E. Klaiss E. Lereh J. Lewis I . Love G. Magoon J. Malcult J. Mate M Mcl’inher D. Mellor J. Michael K Mlkesell V. Miller J. Morey H. Newsome M N � e J. Odell L. Olmstead Elsie' “Elk Lerchie “Zeke ••Love Roy Teen Mate Margie I of •Mike Kay Red Judy Buck Mary Ann dle Bumatead oh. dear! Oh. phooey! Shoot!” Goodness! Did you say 10c? oh. fudge! Nothing!” Bolony! HI! Hello. Joe! I wouldn't l� e f � r know'n! III! Oh. dear! HI. Jimmy! Veah! oh. definitely! Just tooting around! Gosh! Sewing Traveling S rupl ooks Good Mark Collecting Signs Rending Rn� 'mond Sport Music Playing Plano Mechanic Reading Giving Readinga Knitting Playing Ping-pong Collecting Elephant Collecting Pennies Music and Woodwork Ring My friend My friends Diary Jersey cow My girl Ring Orange sweater Clothes Locket Car Plano Red hair Flute Football trophy Hair Saxophone Radio nobs •snooty people tuok-ut� Drinking and smoking Wet blankets Liars Stuck-up Stuck-up Snol� a Bragger Peats Two-faced people My Freckles Sour Notes Two-timer Snobby people Country roads Snobby people R. Peck J. Peters E. Raymond K. Riddle L. Roberts G. Rounsville E. Royston V. Royston W. Scott l . Shumaker D. Smith J. Smith J. L. Smith I� . Snoke It. Snyder J. Spanlolo It. Sparks R. S| otts C. S'jlllbb L. Stacy L. Sterling R. Stockwell G. Strickland 1� . Sutherland A. Tanner R. Thornton N. Tomlinson L. Vlerk M Viler F. Wieting 1 . p. Williams M. Williams L. Willis C. Wllmore D. Winslow J. Wood II. Taw F. A. Young Slug My gosh! Driving car Show sheep Doctors Pete III. kids! Haring fun Sense of Humor Long skirts Eleanor Belle Hi! Reading Blonde hair Cninteresting people Lee’’ Kid! Knitting Cedar Chest Earache Vern Rats Aviation Ginger Bashful fellows Ronnie Holy t«H� t! Studying! Horse Anything dead? Beth Fuxx! Collecting Diary Snakes Glnny” “Heaven ! Sewing Letters Stuck-up “Scot tie” Not especially!” Skating I-ocket Conceited people Hal Would you like to know? Baseball Short-horned heifer Girl smoking Del “Shuck !” Skating Stamp collection Girls smoking Smoke� ’ Hello. Bald� ! Photography Camera Squealer Dickie You shouldn’t have an Id that! Dancing Biff Gossips “Snookey Je nr sal |UW� '“ Music A picture Cheats “Rube “Oh. go on! Sport Justine Big Shots “Tony “Ah. gnat !” Baseball Throwing arm 1 swing games Statrkle “oh. yeah! Dancing Sam Stuck-up Russ” Yea. 1 giieaa! Guns Car Work “Squlhby How about a date? Sport Glasses Flirt ••Don Honest to Pete! Collecting Pennies Ring Two-faced people Ben Nuts! Football Petle” 5 crown Bud “Quiet! Flying Drums Snobby people Glen” Oh. dear! Collecting Signs Ford Flat tires I on'’ “Gee! Music Clarinet Oysters Bunny What do you think? Sewing Locket Stuck-ups “Bobbie Darn! Stamps Mike” Fresh guys Neal Wouldn’t that Jar '� •«? Dates Poeketbook Blonds Lee Nuts! Crooning Radio In car Girls smoking Merna Oh! Rending I � cket Snob Wheatle “So what! Boxing Diploma Eaton Rapids “Phil “Hey! Music Brownie Conceited people •Willie “Yeah! llalr A picture Snobs Willie okay! S|M rt Dog Women Fuxxy” What do you think? C« Mining Heifer Snoker and drinkers Dorie Yeah! Driving l-ooket Snobs Jimmy Oh. gee! Singing Ring Snobs ••Helen 1 don’t know! Sewing Rook Snobs Fred” Oh. dear! Model Airplanes Horn Smoking AMBITION Teacher Linguist Civil engineer Stenographer Beauty specialist Gregg college Air hostess Second Katherine Cornell Commercial pilot Surgeon Engineer Graduate from college Stenographer Old maid Get A In Physic Overcome blushing Stenographer Stenographer Good I ook Raise Arabian horses Mortlclun Engineer Professional l n eball Secretary Contractor Farmer Stenographer Trip to France Naval flier New photographer 'ceupationa! therapist Go around the world Nurse Stenographer and author Private secretary Graduate I � e lgner of auto Professional skater Stenographer Home making Stenographer Farming State policeman Travel around the world Travel around the world Forest ranger Lawyer Chemist State policeman Social worker Play In Symphony orchestra Home economic teacher Stenographer Beauty operator Go to college Go to college Veterinary Nurse College Stenographer Beauty operator Mechanic Stenographer 'I ea. her or Menogmpher Go to college Engineer Beauty operator I res Designer Teach In Technical college See the world I'll. D. Go to South America Find good Job Army test pilot Diet It ion Good cook Teacher Registered nurse G.hhI Farmer Radio expert News photographer Nurse Go to college Good cltlxen Organixed baseball Beauty o| crutor Farmer Pro I vise I ia 11 Stenographer 'tool d e maker Army pilot Machine work Teacher Home Be , teacher •Travel College Singer So retary Bachelor Success Secretary Railroad engineer Fighter Beauty operator World traveler Dress designer Forest service III !� )) The CHARHIAN JUNIORS 0ftOft« !o?cert i wsl -4 oL 4 - w ± I_1 r or r kw ... l .... XJ ' lT.n- fonAOP,i!Mrpn -y v ' p A r por on k j PRESIDENT STANLEY BURT CLASS OFFICERS VICE-PRESIDENT SECRETARY PHILIP SHERMAN MARTHA SNOW TREASURER ROSEMARY PARKHURST No. 1 row—Ruth Adamo, Phyllis Andrews, Milton Backofen. Jul a Baker, Bud Beechler, Lester Bisel. Russell Bradley, Charles Briggs. Stanley Burt. Cordon Cameron, Marilyn Canfield. No. 2 row—Harold Carman. Ma r ce C lerry, Dorothy Cochrane, Kenneth Collins, Katherine Cooper, Mary Cowan, Max Dowker, Robert Dunning, Donald Fields, Dayton Fisher, Doris Fletcher. No. 3 row—Lynn Fowler, Gerry Fi Iton. Robert Gidn r, Etta Mae Goff, Roger Granger, Mary Gregarek. William Gr er. Betty Jean Griest. Louise Griff.n. Robert Gunnison, June Haddix. No. 4 row—Donald Kaigh, Rotert Ha gh, Dwight Haines. Forrest Haun, Frances Higby, Marjorie Hill, Max Hosmer, Ceorge Howe, Sh rley Johnson. Raymond Kroodsma, llamae Lawrence. No. 5 row—Charles Lea, William Lowe. Burlin Marshall. Dons Mason, Harold Mayhew, William Middaugh. Jack Morris, James Newcomer, Robert Njrthrup. Marilyn Orr, Shirley Osborne. No. S row—Violet Paddock, Elaine Palmer, Rosemary Parkhurst. Carolyn Pilbeam, Robert Pittmger. Robert Rauser, Maxine Rogers, Virginia Rogers. Robert Roiter, Leona Royston, Charles Rybnikar. No. 7 row—Thclsa Sampson, Phillip Sherman, Lowell Shumaker, Genevieve Siple. Norma Smith, Martha Snow. Russell Spice, Robert Spotts, Arlene Stanke. Russell Steinman, Robert Stockwell. No. 8 row—LaSreta Strickland. Carroll Stringham, Jul ette Stucky, Orville Teiglsr, Richard Tharp. ► oward Thompson. Dale Thornton. Ruth Towns. Robert Wagner, B ron Walters. Barbara Watterworth. No. 9 row—Delores Wheaton. Dean Widrig. Will � W Icox. Lester Williams. Norman Wilmore. William Wright. Elaine Young. Frederick P. Young. Audrey Youngs. PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE During the past three years, we have advanc- ed from the freshman, through the sophomore, and now our junior year with many profitable and pleasant experiences to be chalked up for us. Much of this success is due to the efforts of our class advisers, and in our Junior year, namely to Mrs. Alleen Combs. William Austin, and Kussell Steffens. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the people who helped make the junior play. “Grumpy and the magazine sales a success. As we will take our places as seniors next year, we have a feeling of loneliness as the seniors leave and we are left without their able guidance to help us attain the high standards they have set up for us. To the classes that will follow In our foot- steps we hope we huvo left behind u high stand- ard of sportsmanship and scholarship. STANLEY BURT. President of the (Mass of '41. CLIMBING! This year's junior class started as most fresh- men do they were considered green.'' Since be- ginning their high sch: ol careers they have uchlev ed many things and have a very bright future. This year the juniors were headed by Stanley Hurt, president; Phillip Sherman, vice-president. Martha Snow, secretary; and Rosemary Purk hurst, treasurer. The junior play, Grumpy”, was very successful The characters were: Grumpy. Willis Wilcox; Kr nest Heron. Lynn Fowler; Ruddock. Robert Raus er; Mr. Jarv.s, Les Bisel; Dr. MacClaren. Hud Heeohler; Rebel, Phillip Sherman; Merrldcn. Carroll Stringham; Mr. Wolfe. Stanley Hurt; Dawson. Byron Walters; Susan. Frances Higby, Mrs. MacClaren. Marilyn Orr; and Virginia. Rose- mary Parkhurst. The class hi s been ably assisted by Mr. Willlum Austin. Mrs. Alleen Combs, and Mr. Rus- sell Steffens. Last year's officers were: Carroll Stringham. president; Phillip Sherman, vice president; Shirley Johnson, secretary; and Rosemary Parkhurst, treasurer. The picnic was held at Pleasant lake, in Jackson county. The sophomores sponsored a student mixer and it helped the treasury a great deal towards a bigger and better junior and senior prom. The class adviseis were Patrica Verdler and Wendell Anderson. The freshmen class officers were: Carroll Stringham, president; Harold Carmen, vice-pres- ident; Frances Higby. secretary; and Lynn Fow- lei, treasurer. Their picnic was held at Pine lake. Olivet, and , all had a very enjoyable time. The class advisers were Jacob VanVessem and Sue Gillam. now Mrs. Robert Fisher. CLASS CALENDAR Class Motto: Make the best better. Class Colors: Maroon and Gray. Class Flower Gardenia. Won second place in Thanksgiving drive • • • November Sponsored Mixer • - January 26 Class Party May 10 CLASS PERSONALITIES— Class Mickey Rooney Hud Beechler Class Judy Garland ... .Rosemary Parkhurst Most popular girl Jerry Fulton Most popular boy Lynn Fowler Best dressed Jerry Fulton Most versatile Hob Rauser. Lynn Fowler Most witty Dean Widrig Friendliest Stanley Burt Best dancer Hud Beechler Class flirt Mpst ambitious William Grier Class cut-up Outstanding athlete Lynn Fowler Juniors Present Play Grumpy”, a four-act mystery comedy, writ- ten by Horace Hodges and J. Wigney Percyval. was the annual junior play given on December 1 in the high school auditorium. William Austin, junior class adviser, directed the play. The story centered around Andrew Rullevant, Willis Wilcox, who ran his household strictly and so was called Grumpy . The mystery began when Ernest Heron. Lynn Fowler, was knocked out by a thief. lister Hisel. who stole a famous diamond. Others in the cast were: Robert Rauser. Stan- ley Hurt. Hud Beechler. Phillip Sherman. Carroll Stringham. Charles Hrlggs. Rosemary Parkhurst. Frances Higby and Marilyn Orr. Jerry Fulton and Barbara Watterworth were prompters. Mrs. Alleen Combs had charge of the tickets, publicity, and costumes, and Russell Steffens, the stage set ting. Hi-Y boys ushered. The class elected Stanley Hurt, president; Phillip Sherman, vice-president; Martha Snow, secretary; and Rosemary Parkhurst. treasurer, at the beginning of the year. A Thanksgiving mixer, sponsored by the junior class, was held in the high school gym- nasium November 22. Hill Cox's orchestra fur- nished the music. Violet Paddock was chairman of the inter- mission program. The committees for the dunce were: decorations. Phillip Sherman. Roger Grang- er. Stanley Hurt, lister Hisel. Jerry Fulton, and Phyllis Andrews; refreshments. Marilyn Canfield. Shirley Johnson. Marilyn Orr. and Arlene Stanke; publicity. Mary Helen Cowan and Kenneth Col- lins; clean-up. Robert Ncwth. Jack Morris. William Middaugh, and Robert Pittenger. ((( 10 )) ' I The CHARHIAN , SOPHOMOR€S Sophomores Sponsor Mixer Friday evening. January 26. the sophomores sponsored the fourth mixer of the year, under the supervision of the class advisors. Mias Patricia Wrdlei. Wllford Rohlfs. and Wendell Anderson. Committees appointed by vice-president Lyn- don role were: decorations. William Brake, Lyn- don Pole. Shirley (May. Kosella McIntyre. Don Bottom ley. and Betty Weaver; refreshments. An- i.; belle LnTorre. Douglas Fletcher. Joyce Smith. Willard Mikcsell, and Elwood Martin; clean-up. Marietta Denison. Charles Rlckerd. Herbert Stacy, and Garner Thrall. Louie Coleman's orchestra from lousing supplied music for the evening. Sophomore home room 211 presented. A Royal Tragedy. a three-act skit in ni assembly October 27. The cust was: Robert Davis, king; Frances Uybnlkar. queen; Joyce Smith, princess; and Willard Mikcsell. prince. Music was provided by Maxine Patou, Frances Merritt. Lucille Whltlnger. Dorothy Sharp, and Christine Hoover. Paul Bond and Howard New- acme gave short talks on the football team during the pep meeting. The tenth graders enjoyed a party May 10 in the old gymnasium. The committee who worked on the party was made up of: Rosemary Spag- nuolo. chairman. Ailene Davis. Pat Beechler, Klaine Bruce. Jean Carlson. Wayne Terwilllger. Bruce (Inrllnghouse. Allan Tower, and Douglas Fletcher. Presiding officers for the year were: Wayne Terwilllger. president; Lyndon Cole, vice-pres- ident; William Brake, secretary; and Donald Crier, treasurer. CLIMBING! In the eighth grade the class chose Phyllis Thornton, president; Pat Beechler. vice-president; Wayne Terwilllger. secretary: and Bruce Carling- house. treasurer: while Betty Weaver. Pat Beech ler. and Doris Mason represented the class in the council. The officers elected by the class last year were: Doreln Hettmannsperger. president; Anna- belle LaTorre. vice-president; Betty Weaver, sec- retary. and Willard Mikesell. treasurer. The ad- visers were Mrs. Marie Taylor. Coach Malcolm Gobel. and Joseph Noggle. The class was repre- sented In the council by Lawrence Hall. Elwood Martin, and Russell Dean. This year's officer are Wayne Terwilllger. president; Lyndon Cole, vice-president; William Brake, secretary; and Donald Crier, treasurer. The council representatives were Richard Sanders. Betty Weaver, and Donald Crier. Besides taking second place in the Thanks- giving drive, the sophomores are outstanding In athletics and in various other school activities. PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE As we come to the half-way mark in our high school life we begin to realize that the years are going by much too fast. High school activities, social life, and wonderful co-operation of teachers make our tasks much easier. We wish to thank especially our class advisers. Miss Verdier. Mr. Anderson, and Mr. RohlfB. for their help In making this year a pleasant one. We felt a little more Important this year as sophs and really feel quite grown-up going Into our Junior year. We are ready for new and bigger responsibilities and hope we can carry on ns well as our upper classmen huve. We will try to make our junior year one we will always remember. WAYNE TERW1LLICER. President of the Class of '42. CLASS PERSONALITIES— Class “Mickey Rooney Bill Brake Class Judy Garland .. Pat Beechler Most popular girl Most popular boy ....Wayne Terwilllger Best dressed Rosemary Spagnuolo Most versatile Wayne Terwilllger Most witty Elwood Martin Pat Beechler Pauline Kelley Class flirt ..Theo Jane Erickson Most ambitious ...Annabelle LaTorre Class cut-up Burleigh Wellman Outstanding uthlete Wayne Terwilllger CLASS CALENDAR Class Motto; Never put off until tomorrow what you can do today. Class Color: Blue and Gold. Class Flower: Lily of the Valley. Junior play • - • December 1 Sponsored Mixer - - November 22 Prom ..... May 24 CLASS OFFICERS PRESIDENT . WAYNE TERWILLIGER VICE PRESIDENT - LYNDON COLE SECRETARY • . WILLIAM BRAKE TREASURER - - DONALD GRIER No. 1 row—Dale Bartholomew. Lloyd Bartholomew. Bessie Colbridge, Russell Dean. Clyde Dimond. Elaine Keeney, Jack Krieg, Irene Rathburn, Ri :hard Reed. Charles Rickard. Durwood Root. No. 2 row—Richard Sanders. Roy Scott. Gerald Smi:h. Marjorie Taylor, Carner Thrall. Gwendolyn Wood- man, Irene Aseltinc. Ruth Barrett. Pat Beechler, Elizabeth Binkowski, Donald Bottomley. No. 3 row—Florence Boyd. William Brake, Glenwood Britten, Elaine Bruce, Bid Buffenbarger, Jean Carlson, Harold Cherry, Jean Church. Shirley Clay, Phyllis Cochrane. Inez Cole. No. 4 row—Lyndon Cole, Ailene Davis. Robert Davis. William Davis, Maynard Day. Marietta Denison, a el Oet. Eldon D mond, Theo Jan Erickson, Ellen Farlin, Gladys Field. No. 5 row—Betty File, Doi glas Fletcher, Lenore Friar, Calvin Fullerton, Bruce Garlinghouse, Margery Garvey, r ranees Gonser, Donald Grier. Bsulah Hale. Eleanor Haley. Lawrence Hall. No. 6 row—Robert Hall, Dorain Hettmannsperger, Ja?k Hicks. Gladys Holmes. Pail Holmes. Marie Howard. Edward Hughes, Mary Imes. Pauline Keliey, Robert Klaiss. Jane Kownacki. No. row—Amabelle LaTorre. Elwood Martin, Eve'yn Mayes. Rosella McIntyre, Frances Merritt. Robert Middai gh, Willard Mikesell, Doris Moo a, Richard Morris. Valdean Morris. Jane Mulholland. No. 3 row—Maxine Paton, Margaret Peck. Hazel Pi tree. Mary Porter, Leonard Pratt. Donald Reister, Dorothy Riedl, Frances Rybnikar, Betty See. Dorothy Sharp. Verlm Shaver. No. 9 row—Clara Shumaker, Edd e Simek, Joyce Sm th. Rose Mary Spagnuolo. Francis Strickland. Max Sutherland. Don Taylor. Wayne Terwilllger, Ivan Thompson, Phyllis Thornton, Wayne Thorn- ton. No. 10 row—Allen Tower, Robert VanAlstine, Martin Vierk. Ralph Vitale. Betty Weaver. Burleigh Wellman, Leland Wendell, Leota Whitinger. Dona d Williams. Phyllis Williams, June Wollcott. No. 11 row—Dwayne Wright. ((( U ))) The CHARHIAN FRESHMEN fy? or' ?m orr- I f nf cr C'r--n -’M.” .,.V • . ► £ « k- 'W.Nf' .1 r r r l c T � s «. 1 - � ftf'Hhdn - . CLIMBING! The efforts and attainment of the ninth graders have commanded both the attention and respect of their upper classmen. With Kenneth Brown. Richard Bilbie, and Mrs. Frances Wilderu as advisers, the class is ever striving to live up to their motto. JCJijward and Upward. J fhe jojljU ers elected for the year were: Char- tfs Vyortfon. president; Edward Stelnman. vice- resident; ia WSpice, secretary; and Betty ScbvHl. irer. lye students were represented in the student yvycountA by Richard Davis. Bill Watson, and Harry JfflfU ' a yt Uf V Last raineighth graders the class was headed 1« Wtvld Shaull. UJfesident; Junior Ross, Tvlce-preal lmt; ( favleM Sordon. secretary; and Jack Thornton, trjrftsurer. This group participated with the seventh and eighth grades in the get-acquainted party held at the beginning of the year. To solve their financial problem, the class sold candy and dish cloths, besides collecting the usual class dues. Two of the home rooms presented entertain- ing assemblies during the year. The assembly of Mr. Rllbie's home room. February 9. featured the play. Soft Shoulders , presented by the junior j drama!lea club. The ninth grade lias been well represented In | major sports as well as interclass sports, by David j Shaull, Harry Stucky. and Duane Nlcol. CLASS CALENDAR Class Motto; Onward and Upward. Class Colors: Blue and White. Class Flower: Red Rose. Get acquainted party • September 22 Grade operetta May 9 Class picnic • • June 14 No. 1 row—Shirley Beals. Harley Bennett, Jack Clever. Frank Elies. Mary Hall. Edward Magoon. Ooms Newth, Wilford Norris, Homer Pa-ish. Jean Riddle, Frederick Rolfe. No. 2 row—Benson Sampson, Betty Scovill, Naomi Wardwell, Max Whaley. Belle Jane Willett. James Wilson. Orville Alldafter, Elmer Aseltine. Clare Ash. Clarys Bergman, Esther Bradley. No. 3 row—Lillian Casler, Beatrice Clark, Bernard Collins. Helen Cooper, Richard Davis. Charlene Day, Dorothy Dean. Jean DenHerder. Ernest Dies. Bruce Farr. Burleigh Forseman. No. 4 row—Jeanette Gardner. Jack Goldman, Charles Gordon. Charles Grundstrom, Paul Hall. Christine Hoover. Barton Howe, Francis Jane. Marilyn Johnson. Kathryn Kelly. Robert Lipsey. No. 5 row—June Little. Helen Marisch. Pauline Marisch. Leo Marisch, Russell Martin, Majorie Mason. James Matthews, Donna McOiveron. Patricia McMyler, Martha Monroe. Margaret Myers. No. 6 row—Geraldine Niccum. Virginia Nisse. Carl N e. Iris Olmstead, George Parish. Harry Parish. Letha Parish. Audrey Parr. Wayne Parr. Wayne Piter. Elaine Prescott. No. 7 row—Jack Raines, Edgar Rambeau. Leontine Rambeau. Cleo Ranshaw. Dorothy Rogers. Robert Sanders. Marjorie Satterlee, Harold Sattsrly, Dorothy Shaull, Ralph Shaver, Donald Shaw. No. 8 row—Jerry Sherman. George Siple. Martin Smith, Jack Snow, Philip Sn der, Virginia Spagnuolo. James Spice. Clifford Spotts. Edwin Stsmman, Lucille Stocking. Harry Stucky. No. 9 row—Milan Tappen. Celiamac Tharp. Jack Thornton. Betty Tomlinson, Fay Upright. Orrm Ward. Bill Watson. Doris Wehr, Florence Whiti, George Willard. Loren W.lmore. No. 10 row—Leon Wood. Kenneth Woodwell. Lester Wr -h'. PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE At the boginning of the school year, we the class of 43. had our first meeting and elected our officers. The tasks ahead of us have seemed hard but with the help of our class advisers. Mrs. Wildern. Mr. Brown and Mr. Bilbie. we have stood the test and won the victory. Many of our boys and girls are active in sports and music, and are attempting to become as ac- complished as those ahead of us. Looking ahead we see other heights to climb and other difficulties to overcome. The three years may seem a long time before our graduation, but we need only to live them one day at a time. This year's freshman class has tried to do its lies! to be a helpful group of students. CHARLES GORDON. President of the Class of '43. CLASS PERSONALITIES— Class Mickey Rooney .. Bob Bruce Class Judy Garland Celiamae Tharp Most popular girl Jerry Niccum Most popular hoy Charles Gordon Best dressed Dorothv Dean Most versatile Max King Most witty Philip Snyder Friendliest ...Geraldine Niccum Best dancer James Spice Class flirt Most ambitious Class cut up Outstanding athlete David Shaull CLASS OFFICERS PRESIDENT CHARLES GORDON VICE-PRESIDENT EDWARD STEINMAN SECRETARY JAMES SPICE TREASURER BETTY SCOVILL Freshmen Give Assembly On the evening of September 20. the seventh, eighth, and ninth grades had a get-acquainted party at the high school. Games were played In different groups. I ater In the evening. Mayor Jack Mate welcomed the students to the high school. William Austin then led them in singing lioth popular songs and the school songs. Richard Davis. Jean Riddle, and Harry Stucky were chosen by the ninth grade to represent them in the student council this year. The ninth graders had individual pictures taken by the Blue Bird Studio from Philadelphia to put In the Charhian. Home room 161. supervised by Mr. Bilbie. pre- sented an assembly February 9. 1940. a play was given by pupils in the home room. ((( 12 ))) The CHARHIAN Eighth Grade Has Party The eighth grade representatives to the stu- d nt council are: Russell DeLand and Robert paton A Christmas party was held December 10 In the old gymnasium. Names were drawn and gifts wer4 exchanged. Those on the decoration committee were: Jack Green and Dewese Rounds. Punch and doughnuts were served at the end of the evening. Everyone participated in an evening of ame and dancing. The seventh and eighth grades had a party together on March 8. Those on the committee to plan th£ party were: Rohert Hurt iVjjjilrmuii. Joan Humes, and Betty Shields. VJ The Blue Bird Studios of Philadelphia tool the eighth grade pictures to be put in the Chan hlan. Pictures were on sale to all studev i£h wished to buy them. The persons In the eighth grade who atteqoJo the 1940 annual honor banquet are: Pfeiffer. June Mayhew. Mary Spagnuolo. Paton. Maurtne Nielsen. Ella Norris, and Orr. In order to attend the honor ban student must either be on the honor roll marking periods, be in the student counci resent s..mc club, work on some promlnwRjconT-' mlltee. or represent a home room. €IGHTH GRADE iSiyPERSONALITIES— I Rooney”. 'Garland”.... W (UasAAiltcIcW Mooney”.......Calvin Csatlos ' frfy 6 rland' ..........Mary King iIjosi jSpyfar girl.............Mary King Atost pnpular boy.........u..i! Robert ua-t Best dressed...... Most versatile... Most witty....... Friendliest...................Robert Best dancer.....................Mary King ss flirt........................Dorothy Montgomery st ambitious ...Ella Norris. Calvin Csatlos ' cut‘uP......................Ted Ross itstanding athlete...............Ray Moore Robe Lowe CLASS CALENDAR Vjunl PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE As president of the eighth grade I know 1 am speaking for the entire class when I say we have enjoyed being junior high students, but look for- ward very much to being freshmen next year. We sincerely than our instructors for their effort , .dp. $ co-op falfon. djirliig h payt year, d TTTe tlTankCpl that we have Them next year. urj we also had the priv- ileges itf entering siu i activities as junior 'jnlorf high baglet U wm. We will try to keep up the fine record that the Freshman class of 1939-40 has set during the past year. a Class of '44. PRESIDENT DALE SMITH VICE PRESIDENT MARY SPAGNUOLO SECRETARY SHIRLEY MATE TREASURER DOROTHY MIDDAUGH Class Motto: We do our best. Class Colors: Blue and Gold. Class Flower: Tulip. Get acquainted party • September 22 Grade operetta .... May 9 Class picnic .... June 14 CLIMBING! The eighth grade motto. We are not at the top. hut climbing . fits the class very well since they «re to lie our freshmen of next year and later our sophisticated seniors. The class held a meeting at the beginning of the year and elected the following officers: Dale Smith, president; Mary Jane Spagnuolo. vice-pres- ident; Shirley Mate, secretary: and Dorothy Mid daugh. treasurer. The class advisers are Miss Sarah Ross and Ward Hynes from home rooms 154 and 250 respectively. This year s class sold candy noon hours to help defray expenses for their class pictures and annual picnic. The remainder of the money was obtained by collecting five cents per month class dues. Russell DeLand from home room 154 and Bob Paton from home room 250 were chosen to repre- sent the eighth grade in the student council. Several members of the class were on the honor roll during the first three marking periods. The number of times each appeared on the honor roll is as follows for the first semester: June May- hew. Esther Jones. Connie Beebe, and Dorothy Middaugh. three times; Anne Gregarek. two times; Bernice Zlmmerlee. Lucille LaPoint. Mary Jane Spagnuolo. Allieen Young. Shirley Mate, and Virginia Bolin, once. During the first semester the class gave two Junior high parties and one get-acquainted party. All of these parties were successful. Connie Beebe was chosen queen of her class. Ho. 1 row—Richard Beal� . Virginia Bolin. Robert Bruce. France File. Jack Green. Ann Gregarek. Richard Hicks, Max King, Esteila Magoon. Shirley Mate. Dorothy Middaugh. Mo. 2 row—Caroline Myem.Qj g.e Papoi. Bobby Paton. Betty Jean Payne. Delbert Redfield. George Riddle. Oy ps Rounds. Charles Siple. Betty Lou Squibb. John Thompson. N le Treloar. Mo. 3 row— 'n Axtell, Constance Beebe. Kathleen Burchfield. Keith Bushnell. Flossy Russell DeLand. John Dimond. Betty Franklin. Richard Fullerton. Hine. Esther Jones. James King. Lucille LaPoint, June Mayhew. Gerald lin Pfieffer. Carroll Phillips. Duane Pitcher. Mo. 6 Wf Erma Rathburn. Neil Roberts. Anna Mae Royston. Eugene Royston. Robert SftMkrntfJC, NV� rA£cflv.lle R,chard Slater. Billy Smiley. Mary Jane Spagnuolo. Arthur ward,A J 1 9tio.ldCsmRh. TW BeUy.Thomp.on, Richard Thompson. Ned Walter� . Betty Williams. ((( 13 ))) The CHARHIAN rLyww SEVENTH GRADE ... . nrrrro o w Z O ' v h j c t n c CLASS OFFICERS VICE-PRESIDENT SECRETARY ZAHN TUCKEY R08ERT HART TREASURER JIM THORNTON Katherine Conley. No. 1 row—Joan Barnes. Janette Barrett. Charles Burt. Glen Burt. Harold Cheney, Calvin Csatlos. Ruth Farlin. Richard Crimes. Robert Hart, Mary King. No. 2 row—Darnel Lewis, Robert Lowe, Ray Mohre. Dorothy Montgomery, Ella Norris. Cleo Presrott, Fern Raines. Twila Raines. Ted Ross. Winifred Sherman, Betty Shiels. No. 3 row—Fred Smith, Juanita Smith. Maxine Smith. Glenna Snyder. Jack Strickland. Lettie Whitinger. Charles Wise. Mildred Wise, Dorene Wright. Harold Allen, Clifton Arehart. No. 4 row—Ruth Bartholomew. Lawrence Beals. Gale Bottorr ley. Carl Bi t'inell. Richard Carrigan, Anna Geane Carroll, Mirom Cole. Laura Cudnsy. Merle Davids. Carla Farrier. Mary Ellen Freed. No. 5 row—Dan Fuller. Vernon Gresso, Brewster Grier, Phyllis Hack, Ceraldine Harmon, Jack Hess. Bertram Jane. Francis Kane. Mary Lou Keeler, Joan Kerstetter, Dorothy Lynd. No. 6 row—Rosemary Lynd. Teddy McDaniels. Doris Miller. Donald Moore, Clara Mae Morey. Ivan Olm- stead. Stanley Parker. Beverly Paton. Marjuerite Peterson, Joseph Pray. Erma Rambeau. No. 7 row—Colleen Royston, Donna Satterlee. Reathj Satterlee. Edward Shamp, Thelma Simmons. Laurel Starr, Betty Sumerix. Joyce Sutherland. Richard Trumley. Zahn Tuckey. Wayne Webb. No. 3 row—Phyllis Wietzke, Eugene Woodman, Roderick Yates. PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE Sucre In any organization depends entirely upon the support and co-operation of those who are in connection w’lth It. The students of the seventh «rade have tried hard to make this year a successful one. and I am very happy to say that the class, officers, advisers, and the student council have co-operated with me in every way. We have also had the honor to enter such organizations cs the cadet and junior hands. Campfire Girls. Hoy Scouts, and the junior high football and basketball teams. To those who will be taking our place next y ar. we wish the best of luck and we sincerely hope that we have set a fine example for them to try and live up to. CALVIN CSATLOS. President of the Class of '45. CLIMBING! The seventh graders have started their march tj the top. There will he some who drop out and others who will rise to unknown heights In their high school careers. The seventh graders were at first baffled and confused when coming into high school, but are now coming along at a regular pace. They had a party December 1 in the form of a Christmas party. Before that they had a welnle roast at Bennett park. In March the pupils had a St. Patrick's party and at the end of this year they will have their picnic at Pine lake. Olivet. There are several girls who have been cut for buskctbull and all Interclusa sports. They ure; Twila Haines. Glenna Mae Snyder. Joan Barnes, Katherine Conley. Anns gene Carroll. Louise Will- ard. and Jo Ann Parker Although the boys aren't allowed to compete for sports, some of them shall be a great help in the future on the varsity teams. Miss Winifred Wells. Mrs. Marie Taylor, and Mrs. Looru Weymouth have been the class ad- visers. The officers elected for the seventh grade were: president. Calvin Csatlos; vice-president. Zahn Tuckey; secretary. Robert Hart; and treas- urer. Jimmy Thornton. Upon the announcement of the W. K. Kellogg l� ook drive, the seventh graders organized them- selves. Both the 7A and 7H groups divided up Into separate teams, the Imys against the girls. The reward for the victors was a picnic given by the two losing teams. Thus, under the capable leadership of Mrs. Marie Taylor, the 7B group with a team of thirty- three. turned in 1101 old books; while the 7A group with 54 members, presented the school with 1602 books. So the seventh grade merits reward and recognition for their work that will give the Charlotte high school library over 500 new books. CLASS CALENDAR Class Motto: Never put off until tomorrow what you cun do today. Class Colors; Blue and Gold. Class Flower: Orchid. Gel acquainted party • September 22 Grade operetta .... May 9 Third place in Thanksgiving drive November 22 i CLASS PERSONALITIES— Class Mickey Rooney .. Vernon Gresso Class Judy Garland Phyllis Hack Most popular girl ...Mrry Lou Keeler Most popular lw y Vernon Gresso Best dressed Most versatile Jack Hess Most witty Friendliest Mary Lou Keeler Best dancer ...Mary Lou Keeler Class flirt Gale Bottomley Most ambitious (’lass cut-up ...Robert Woodman Outstanding athlete Charles Burton Seventh Grade Has Dance Maurlne Nielsen and Klla Norris were the two student council representatives elected from the seventh grade to represent their class. December S. the eighth grade hud u party. An admission of ten cents was charged to pay for the refreshments. The finance committee con sisted of Donald Moore and Joan Kerstetter; re freshments committee. Donna Belle Sutterly and Harold Allen; game committee. Gail Bottomley. Clara Mae Morey, and Richurd Carrigan Mrs. Marie Taylor and Mrs. Leora Weymouth were the two faculty members present. The seventh grade received third prize for their display in the annual Thanksgiving drive. The Blue Bird Studio from Philadelphia took their pictures that are in the Charhian. The stu dents who wished to purchase pictures were allow- ed to do so. The students in the seventh grade who did out- standing work In some held and are eligible to utteud this year's honor banquet are: Calvin Csatlos. Betty Sumerix. Clara Mae Morey. Beta Brncy. Carla Farrier. Grace Shaull. Klla Norris. ((( 14 ))) The CHARHIAN SPORTS Orioles Triumph In First Two Contests Of Season Squibb Pitches Two Hitter Against Islanders in Season's Opener Hy winning the first three of their four games, the Oriole nine Is mak- ing a threatening bid for the 1940 championship of the Capital Circuit League. Wllford Roblfs Is the «roach for the third consecutive year. Iu the season opener, on April 1� , the Orange Black edged out H 4-3 victory over Eaton Rapids, at Bennett Park. Charlotte won this contest on the strength of S«|ulbb‘K pitching. Who held the Islanders to two hits which were of the scratchy variety. Charlotte managed to push four runs over the plate on four hits and five errors. Next on the list. Charlotte defeated Grand Ledge 5-2. on April 22. Jack Mate and Lee Wendall did the pitching chores for the Orioles. The Orioles lost their following game to Howell 9-4 on April 26 because of weak pitching and poor defensive play. The game was marred because of a broken leg sus- tained hy a Howell player steal ug second base. The fourth tilt of the year proved to he hatting practice for the Orioles. On April 30. Char- lotte drubbed Eaton Rapids 23-8 on the Cardinal's home field. Charlotte opened the game by scoring eight runs iu the first inning. This batting rampage was topped by Neil Clever's homer with none on. The Orioles smashed out 20 hits which were of every variety before the game ended. S«|Uibb started but was taken out because of lack of con- trol and replaced by Mate, who struck out nine batters during the course of the game. IN FIRST PLACE By virtue of this Eaton Rapids victory. th« Orioles are riding on top of the League at this writing. Wheth- er or not they do win the pennant cannot be accurately predicted. The regulars who are seniors are: Jack Mate, P.; Neil Clever. C.; Carroll Wilmore. R. F.; Jim Burner. P. B.; Clarence 8qu!bb. P.: Bale Shumaker. L. F.; Jim Spaniolo. S. S.; and Clar- ence Betts, C. F. L. Shumaker. P.: Lynn Fowler. 2H.; Wayne Terwllltger. SB.; Lelaml Wen- dall. O. F.; Russell Stelnman. C.; are the other regulars. Fowler. Stelnman. L. Shumaker are the juniors. Wen- dall and Terwilliger are sophomores. The team of next year will be built around these four players. The play- ers who show much promise the latter part of this year and next sea- son are: Calvin Fullerton. Eldon Dymond. Willard Mikes 11. Burleigh Forsoman. and George Howe. Oriole Linksmen Look For Successful Season With six Juniors round.ng out this year's golf team, prospects for a suc- ce9sful reason look bright. Last year's starting quartet. who graduated, was composed of Bob Ladd, Dave Elies. Bob Spice and Lawrence Tiegler. will be hard to replace; how- ever. Coach Kenneth Brown has three let termen. Willie Wilcox. Hud Beech- ler. and Russell Spice, who are back this season. Dayton Fisher. Pete Haines and Burleigh Wellman are expected to till the vacancies. Two matches are to he played with the following teams b« fore the Regional meet which Is to be held In Battle Creek. They are, Fast lousing. Uiuslng Central. Howell, and Hastings. Conference Champs Gobel’s Gndders Front Row—Carroll Wilmore. Clarence Betts. Ru:sell Steinman, Lynn Fowler. James Durner, Wayne Terwilliger, Max Dowker. M-ddle Row—Willard Mikesell. Burlin Marshall. Burleigh Forseman. Calvin Fillerton, Melvir Shaver, Lowell Shumaker, Philip Sherman. Back Row—Lawrence r all, ueorge howe, Eicon Dymond. Clarence Squibb. James Spaniolo. Leland Wendel, Jack Mate. Dale Shumaker. Jack Morris, Coach Wilford Rohlfs. O Aiaie fyeatUeSiA Bud Hammond—Three letters have been “Bud's” pleasure as being a very capable tackle on the football team for three y« ars. He was presented the captainship of the Oriole squad in the '39 season. Doe to outstanding sports- manship during his last season in sports, he was awarded by the Michigan Athletic Association a certificate of outstanding athletic ability. C.H.8. Jack Mate A very versatile athlete, has won four let'ers in baseball, two In football, and two in Imsketbull. He shared the co-captainship of the '39-’40 basketball squad and is co-captain of the '40 baseball te:.m. C.H.S. Lyle Killer” Kane—Won recognition on the football squad for two letter winning years as a very capable end. He also won letters in baseball, basket- ball. and track. C.H.S. Cale Shumaker A four year veteran on the baseball team. Bale held down the positions of utility pitcher and outfielder. C.H.S. Kenneth Bruce Ha- been a consistent point winner on the track team win- ning four letters in this sport. He ran high and low hurdles and the re.ay. Buck also played foiward on the basketball team on the '39-'40 squad. C.H.S. Jim Spaniolo -Has won four letters in baseball, two in football, two in basket- ball and one in track. He was elected co-captain of the '39 '40 basketball team and of the '40 baseball team. Played catcher, short stop and third on the dlamond. half l� ack on the gridiron, guard on the hasketltali squad and high jumped on the track squad. C.H.S. Dorr Love—Pride of Charlotte's mi lure and a very excellent cross country man has received three track letters and a cross country letter, also a manager's letter in football. C.H.S. Jim Durner—Jim has won two baseball letters, one basketball letter, and one manager's letter in football. C.H.S. Clarence Betts Utility outfielder has won two letters in lwiseball and one manager's letter in football. C.H.S. Fred Wieting—Coming to Charlotte In '38 from Lansing Eastern has proven to he a valuable asset to the Orioles. Fred won one letter in football, two in basketball, and one in baseball. C.H.S. Raymond Snyder—Has received three football letters, four track letters, and one basketball letter. Rubs was fullback on the gridiron and ran the 440 on the track team. C.H.S. Neil Clever—Has won two letters In football, two iu baseball, and two in track. He played guard on the gridiron, catcher on the l asei� all team and he threw’ the shot on the track t« am. C.H.S. Clarence Squibb—Received two letters in baseball and two in basketball. He played center on the basketball team and was a pitcher on the diamond. C.H.S. Howard Newsome—Has won two letters in footbalL He played center on the gridiron. C.H.S. Robert Huber—Tackle on the Orioles' gridiron has won two letters in foot- ball and one in track. C.H.S. Lyle Sterling Has received one football letter, he played right guard. C.H.S. Carroll Wilmore-Has won one letter iu Imsehall. he was a utility outfielder. C.H.S. Macklin Mayhew- Has received three letters In football and one In baseball. C.H.S. Lester Roberts—Has won one football letter and one track letter. C.H.S. Homer Braden —Received two letters in track, pole vaulting, and high jump. Win 7 Contests Eaton Rapids Only Eleven To Score on Oriole3 Chuilotte's football squad turned In an outstanding performance during the past season, w.tilling seven out of eight games played. Charlotte's only defeat came at the hands of Eaton Rapids. In the season of '38-'39, Coach Gobel's grldders compiled a record of four- teen wins and three defeats, two of the losses com ng at the hands of the Cardinals. Bud Hammond, star tackle for the '39 season, was elected captain. Those who will see no more high school competition are: ''Bud” Hammond. “Buck Newsome. Bob Huber. Lyle Sterling. Jack Mate. “Rube Snyder. Jim Spaniolo. Fred Wieting. Bill Clever, and Lyle Kane. These players lormed the backbone of last year's team at.d w.U be soiely missed next season. Much credit is also due to the reserves of this year's eleven, namely: Lynn Fowler. “Bud Beechler. Carroll Stringham. Pete Haines. Lea Blsel, White Wilcox, and Buck Walters are the returning letternu’ii on next year’s squad. In the third game of the season the Oriol« s took the St. Johns Redwings to the cleaners by a score of 30-0. Two minutes after the game started the Orioles scored the first touchdown on a 20 yard pass. Spaniolo to Mate. Then again in the second quarter. Spaniolo pitched another pass to Mate for a marker. l ue to the pile driving of Rube Snyder, the Or oles whitewashed Hast- ings 19-0. The first score of the game resulted from two line bucks, a penal- ty. and a trass which placed the pigskin on the seven yard line where Snyder lugged the ball across for a score. A little later in the second period Snyder fought his way over the goal line from the four yard marker. Last hut not least came the Armis- tice scrap of the season for the be- loved Brown Jug. which is the symbol of the ancient rivalry between Char- lotte and Eaton Rapids. Before this game the Orioles had a perfect record of six wins and no losses. Charlotte won the toss and elected to receive. The Orioles were held for downs and had to punt out of danger. The hall exchanged hands several times before the Cardinals unleashed a powerful running attack In the second quarter, when they push- ed over the first score of the game with Seafort doing the ball carrying. Charlotte received the kickoff after the touchdown and started to march to the Islander's goal. After a series of short passes the oval was placed on the Cardinal’s 23 yard line where Spaniolo heaved a bullet pass to Wiet- ing who lateraled to Snyder who scored standing up. Hammond's try for extra point was good which placed Charlotte on a short lived lead for the half T-6. Three successive first downs were made hy the Islanders and a pass to I ee was good for six points. The attempt for extra point was wide. The third touchdown was made on a plunge through center hy Rakcofsky. In the final period Eaton Rapids Inter- cepted a pass and after a series of plays scored their fourth marker of the game. The final stanza ended with the score 24-7 In favor of the Cardinals. The loss left the Brown Jug in possession of Eaton Rapids until Charlotte locks horns with the Islanders on November 11. 15 ))) The CHARHIAN SPORTS Gobel’s Thinclads Complete Another Successful Season Hopes of Fourth Conference Victory High; Line Veterans Return Under the direction and coaching of Malcolm Gobel. the Oriole thin- clads concluded the successful season of nineteen-forty. W� th the return of five lettermen and numerous greenhorns, the track team started piacticing early in April. Approximately thirty hoys reported for practice in the gym. where they worked on high jumping, hurdling, sprinting, and also underwent the strain of calisthenics for getting into condition. I ettermen who returned for the forty season are as follows: Ken Bruce. Bill (’lever. Raymond Snyder. Russell Bradley, and (Jerald Smith. The Orioles opened their season at the Hastings Invitational Relays by competing with such schools as: Mount Morris. Belding. East Lansing. Greenville. Ionia. State High (Kala- mazoo). Dowagiac. St. Joseph, and Eaton Rapids. The following week a track meet was scheduled with Raton Rapids, but was postponed on account of snow until one week ! e.ore the Slate imvt. On the fo.l wi g Saturday of the same week, the squad journeyed to Mt. Pleasant to participate in the ('eutial State Relays. Here they claimed two seconds, one by Ken Bruce in the high hurdles and one by Bill ('lever in the shot, also a third was claimed in the shuttle hurdle relay composed of Ken Bruce. Ray- mond Snyder. Lester Bisel. and Harold Mayhew; a total of about 12 points were obtained. The Charlotte vs. Hastings dual meet was held May 6 on the local track. With strong competition of seconds and thirds by Hastings the Oriole thinclads emerged victors by twenty-three points. Trackmen and the events they par- ticipated in during the year are: Russell Bradley, mile; Gerald Smith, half mile; Ken Bruce, high hurdles, low hurdles, high Jump, and reluy; Ike Krace. 100 yard dash, pole vault, broad Jump, and relay; Dick Tharp, half mile; Bruce Garl!nghouse. shot put. and high jump; Bill Clever, shot put; Lyle Kane. 100 yard dash. 220 yard dash, shot put. and relay; Harold Mayhew. high and low hurdles; Ray- mond Snyder. 440 yard dash and shot put; Lester Bisel. shot put. and low hurdles: Charles Briggs. 440 yard dash and half mile; Max Bo tomley, 440 yard dash; Eldon Dymond. pole vault, broad jump, and low hurdles; Robert Gunnison. 100 yard dash. 220 yard dash, and relay; Rlwood Martin, high and low hurdles; Robert Gldner. mile Nelson Clark, mile; Bill Amiss. 440 yard dash, and half mile; Maynard J'e ver- t'd low hurdles; Jack Hicks, pole vault; James Cooper, half mile; Ralph Vitale, half mile. Ross Instructs Girls In Proper Tennis Technique Girls’ tennis instruction this year was under the direction of Miss Sarah Ross, gymnasium teacher. She taught first, the fundamentals of the game, the forehand, backhand, and then the American serve. After much practice, for which pur- pose the girls were divided into groups, a tournament was held. The seventh, eighth and ninth grade girls were Instructed on Tuesdays, and the senior high girls on Wednesdays and Thursdays. The tournaments were of two kinds, doubles and singles. The Track Squad Front Row—William Am: . Robert Gidner. Charles Briggs, Raymond Snyder. Russell Bradley. Jack Morris, Elwood Martin. Charles Rickerd. Middle Row—James Cooper. Eldon Dymond. Lynn Fowler. Gerald Smith. Richard Tharo. Robert Cunmson. Ph i p -race. Harold Ma hew. Back Row—Coach Malcolm Gobel. Maynard Weaver. Nelson Clark. L le Kane, Keneth Bruce. Neil Clever. Bruce Garlinghouse. Meet The Coach The victim of this interview was John Malcolm Gobel. better known to the students of the high school as ’’Coach.’ He was born in 1905 on a farm outside of Alma. Michigan. He .iit.nded grade school, high school, and college In Alma. He graduated from high school in 1924 ut tno age of eighteen; he attended college to pie- pare hlmse.f to be ;.n engineer, but later in school he changed his course to prepare tor teaching and coaching. He graduated trom Alma college .n 1928 as a full fledged coach. After gradual.ng from college he workea at the J. C. Penny Company, and then The Michigan Sugar Beet Company at Alma, as a control chemist. In 19..0 he obtained his first coaching job in Belding at the high school there. Later he came to Charlotte and star.- ed teaching here in 19a5. Coach stated. “I have enjoyed coaching here very much His lavorite sport is football, which he played in college. Since coaching here at Charlotte, the Orioles have played a total of 42 games, winning 29. losing 11. and tying two. Coach has also tutored the Orioles Into the three successive track championships in the “Capitol Cir- cuit League. His favorite foods are: fish, steak and chicken. Mr. Gobel stated that his wife says. His favorite weak- ness is pie. His married life began in 1936. His lamily consists of Mrs. Gobel. Joan I ouise. his daughter, and himself. Coach said. “From here on as far as coaching goes I am un- certain. Boys’ Intramural Sports Supervised by Ken Brown As the third Intra-class season onened under the direction of Coach Kenneth Brown, a new system of selecting intra-class teams was intro- duced. Under this new system the teams were comnosed of members oJ every class. Flight captains were selected from the senior class who in turn drew names of boys wishing to compete in this event. doubles were: Betty Bruce. Jean Odell; Gloria Beebe. Eleanor Ray- mond: Helen Yaw. Martha Snow; La- Greta Strickland. Iconise Griffin; and Audrey Youngs. Mary Gregarek. Those in the singles were: Betty Bruce. Jean Odell. Gloria Beebe. Elea- nor Raymond. Martha Snow. Helen Yaw. LsGreta Strickland. Louise Griffin. Audrey Youngs. Mary Greg- arek. Alleen Young. Dorene Snoke, Vena Keefer. Bethel Keefer. Helen Akas. Marietta Denison. Marjorie Garvey. Grace Louise Shaull. Seniors Lead Interclass Sports By Large Margin This year the girls participated in various sports Just the same us the boys. The different events that they sponsored were: kickball. dodgeball. volley ball, basketball, softball, and tennis. The winners of these were: kick- ball. 7 A's; dodgeball. seniors; volley ball, seniors; and basketball. 8 A's by the point system. This system is called round robin . The total num- ber of points made in each basket- ball game are counted and the team having the most points are the winners. The tenuis tournament was played with singles and doubles. The 7. 8. 9. and loth grades practiced Tuesdays, and the juniors and seniors Wednes-' days and Thursdays. There were 36 girls out for this sport. The tournament was played by the ladder system. Each girl was placed on a round of a ladder und any girl could challenge one of the two girls j ahead of her but not the third. The j girl on the top round at the end of! ihe tournament was crowned cham- pion. This year a new organization was formed, called the Girls Athletic Club. This group chose Leone Haddix as president, but because of too many points she had to resign. Beulah j Beebe was then elected the leader. To raise money, the club sponsored dances after school and sold candy during the noon hour. The girls also gave a Christma? basket to a family | during Christmas time. It was necessary for each girl to get 400 points to earn a letter. The seniors. If they had earned a letter in the past year or years and had 40ti points, had the choice of a letter or a trophy. The number of points that were required were determined by the G. A. A. Points were given for' participating in various sport events, bicycling, hiking, skating, and danc- ing. Girls who took part in the tennis tournament were: Betty Biuce. Jean Odell. Eleanor Raymond. Gloria Beebe. Martha Snow. Helen Yaw. Dorene Snoke. LaGreta Strickland. Louise GrifTin. Audrey Youngs. Mary Greg- arek. Vena Keefer. Bethel Keefer. Helen Aka3. Marietta Denison. Mar- jorie Garvey and Grace Shaull. The girls who will receive letters this year are: Joan Barnes. Beulah Beebe. Anna Carroll. Dorothy Dean. Lois Willard. Betty Jean Guthrie.1 Betty Thompson. Glenna Mae Snyder, and Twila Raines. BASEBALL SCORES Charlotte 10 Howell 5 Charlotte 13 Mason 71 Charlotte 8 Everett 3I Orioles Quintet Places Second In Conference A 30-18 setback at the hands of Eaton Rapids in the semi-final con ference game of the season smashed all of Charlotte's hopes for u possible tie for first place in the Capital Cir- cuit League. The boys from the Island city were crowned champs tor the 1939-40 basketball season, with the Orioles a close second. In the Initial game of the season, Charlotte placed four inexperienced players on the floor as the start.ng lineup. Although showing nothing spectacular they humbled a fighting St. Johns team. 38-21. Continuing their good form of the week before, the Orioles won their second straight conference game by the lopsided score of 34-22 over a taller team. Grand Ledge. In a non-conference game, Lakeview high from Battle Creek avenged a tournament defeat of tast zear with a 2S-23 decision over the Orange and Black squad. A tight zone defense had Chanotte baffled most of the game. Journeying to Howell for the third conference game, the Orioles managed to eke out a slim 34-30 victory over the fast-break- ing boys from the east. The first con- ference defeat came to Charlotte at the hands of Mason, by the score of tO 18 Eaton Rapids next came to Char- lotte. leading the league with 4 wins and no losses. The Cardinals found the Orioles a little tough and were Charlotte's next victims by the small score of 21-16. Still not able to gel over the Lakeview Jinx, the boys from Battle Creek again rode over Char- lotte by the score of 39-33. The score tied until the last few minutes when u final spurt netted the Blue and White s.x, the needed points for victory. Another final rally gave the Orange and Black cagers a 21-19 de- cision over Hastings. In a return game with St. Johns the Red and While again took it u the chin. This time by the tune of 24-15. This game was the Orioles' first without the services of Fred Wleting. who was lost by graduation. Leland Wendell was then promoted from the second team and started in the other forward position. The sec- ond conference defeat for Charlotte came in a return game with Gr. nd Ledge in an overtime game, which was finally decided on the point sys- tem. The score was tied at the end of regulation time and also when one overtime period had elapsed. On basis of points, for most field goals, best percentage of fouls, and least number of fouls, the Ledgers won 6� ,fc-5‘ . Hastings was next to drop Chnrlotte by the wayside and won in a return game by the close score of 28-26 This again was a non-conference tilt. Completing their last in a series of three defeats Eaton Rapids took their winning turn in victory by a margin of 12 point8. the score being 20-18. In the post-season game of the sea- son for Charlotte, which took place at the State District Tournament in Charlotte, the Orioles were decisively beaten for the third time by the ag- gressive Lakeview team. The score was 43-31. Poor defensive play on the part of Charlotte and the sharp- shooting of Captain Bob Armstrong of I akeview were the main factors In the downfall of the Oretige and Black squad. The Oriole squad was made up of eight seniors and two sophomores. Fred Wietlng. Jim Spanlolo. Clarence Squibb. Jack Mate. Jim Durner, Ken- neth Bruce. Raymond Snyder, and Lyle Kane are the final year men who have or will graduate. f(( 16 ))) The CHARHIAN Calendar Index ORGANIZATION INDEX Band Issue 2..................—......Pag 1 Issue 5 .............«............Page 1 I «sue 6.........................Page 4 |hk u ' 6...«.....................Page 7 Issue 11.........................Page 1 Issue 12....«....................Page 1 Issue 12..........««..............Page 1 Issue 13.........................Page 3 Issue 13.........................Page 1 Issue 14.........................Page 4 Basketball lsrue 6...........................Page 3 Issue 6...........................Page 5 Issue 7..........«................Page 3 Issue 8...........................Page 1 Issue 8...........................Page 3 Issue 9...........................Page 1 Issue 9...........................Page 3 Issue 10.....«....................Page 1 Issue 10.........................Page 3 Issue 10...................... Page 3 Issue 11.........................Page 3 Issue 12.........................Page 3 Issue 13.........................Page 3 Issue 4...........................Page 1 Issue 8...........................Page 4 Issue 12.....—...................Page 4 C Club Issue 2........................ Page 4 Issue 6...........................Page 8 Issue 7...........................Page 3 Issue 7...«.......................Page 4 Issue 8...........................Page 4 Issue 9..........................Page 4 Issue 11.........................Page 4 Issue 12...«.......................Puge 4 Charhian Staff Issue 2.......................Page 1 Issue 9.......................Page 1 Issue 10...................... Page 4 Issue 11........................Page 1 Issue 12........................Page 1 Issue 12..«.......................Page 4 Debate Issue 1.......................Page 1 Issue 5.......................Page 4 Issue 6................. Page 7 Issue 7......«................Page 2 Issue 13.......................Page 4 F. F. A. Issue 1.......................Page 4 Issue 2.......................Page 3 Issue 3.......................Page 3 Issue 4.................«.........Page 3 Issue 5.......................Page 3 Issue 7.......................Page 4 Issue 8..«....................Page 4 Issue 9.......................Page 1 Issue 11.......................Page 4 Issue 12...................... Page 3 Issue 12.......................Page 4 Issue 14......-................Page 3 Football Issue 1............«..............Page 3 Issue 2........................Page 3 Issue 3.........«.................Page 1 Issue 3........................Page 3 Issue 4........................Page 3 Issue 5......«............... Page 1 Ir-sue 6........................Page 3 Issue 6........................Page 5 Issue 6........................Page 7 Issue 6........................Page 8 Issue 7........................Page 1 Issue 11.......................Page 3 Issue 13.......................Page 3 Girl Reserves Issue 2........................Page 4 Issue 3........................Page 4 Issue 4........................Page 4 Issue 5........................Page 1 Issue 6........................Page 1 Issue 6........................Page 1 Issue 7........................Page 1 Issue 8........................Page 1 Issue 8........................Page 2 Issu.- v ...............Page 4 Issue 10.......................Page 4 Issue 11.......................Page 1 Issue 11.......................Page 4 Issue 11.......................Page 4 SCHOOL CALENDAR September 8—Board and teachers’ party. (Just one more fling.) September 22—Get acquainted party. Football: Lakevlew. here. lOur first win.) September 29—Football: fielding, there. Mixer. October 3—District HI Y meeting at Albion. October 5—Home Kconomics girls go to Battle Creek. October 6—Football: St. Johns, here. (I)o we mow ’em down!) October 12-13 Teachers’ Institute at Jackson. (We needed a vacation.) Octol� er 16- Cast chosen for Junior Plry. October 19—Teachers' club plays. (Talent? you bet!) October 20—Football: Hastings, there. Another victory!) October 23—F. F. A. game feed. October 26—Teachers’ party. (Grab your partner.) October 27—Miss Verdier’s assembly. Football; Howell, there. October 31—Halloween prrty In auditorium and gym. (Thanks to the merchants. I November 3—Football: Mason, here. (Still unscored against.) November $- Parents’ Night. (This Is the way we do It mama!) November 10—American Legion assembly. November 11—Football; Eaton Kapids. there, (dnjpufeh said!) November 17—Scout Court of Honor. Football; (rand I edge. November 21—Debate with Comstock. fl williMT ncert. November 22—Student mixer. (You November 23-24—Thanksgiving vacj December 1—Junior Play. (All Itt December 5—Football-Band Ben December 8—Seventh and ei| December 14—Debate, with December 15 Seniors fcpon sol December 19—Baskel December 20- Christnj pugeuii ORGANIZATION INDEX Footlighteers sauce.) AssenfMy f let ball January 'kethall Basketball Basketba I Janua r 2 —Basket ba January 26—End of sem December December December January January Janua Issue 2 Page 4 Issue 4 4 Issue 6 Page 8 Issue 7 4 Issue 8 Page 4 Issue 9 Page 1 10 4 Issue 12 Page 4 Issue 13 Hi-Y Page 1 Issue 2 Pace 4 Issue 3 4 Issue 4 Page 4 Issue 5 Page 4 Issue 6 1 Issue 7 «Page 1 Issue s Page 3 Issue 9 4 Issuor 10 Page 4 I sty - 11 Page 4 W?me 12 4 Issue Issue Issue Golf hKi tiTtii game with St. Johns. Ledge, a splendid production.) e grade pageant, h Lakevlew. istmas vacation ( Dear Santa Clause—’’) Howell. (Victory!) e at Mason. Mason wins. e with Eaton Rapids. (A triumph for C. H. S.) me at Lakevlew. (Playful, aren’t they!) ter. (Gone with the wind.) January 27—Basketball game with Hastings. (Close game.) January 31—Scouts; Melvin Brown. February 1—Teachers’ club sponsors marionettes. February l- Basketball game at St. Johns. (Thrilling contest.) February 6—County Teachers’ institute at Grand Ledge. Basketball game with Grand Ix dge. February 9—Basketball game at Hastings. (U� st by one basket.) February 12—Hl-Y Banquet. (Watch your manners.) February 13--C. H. S. operetta. Crocodile Islrnd. February 15—Teachers’ party. (Another one?) February 16 Basketball game at Eaton Rapids. (Too bad gang.) February 20—Basketball game with Mason. (Orioles win.) February 23—Basketball game with Howell. (Orioles repeat). February 23—Band assembly. February 26—Sophomore assembly. February 29—District Basketball tournament. (lakevlew wins out.) March 1—Woman's Club program. March 5—Operetta party. March 8—Mixer? ? ? ? Speed Writers’ assembly. (Future judges and lawyers.) March 15—Journalism Carnival. (A great affair). March 22 Easter assembly. (Get you!) March 23-30—Spring vacation. (It sure doesn’t look much like spring.) April 3—Agriculture district conference. April 5—Band Bounce. April 12—Band Festival. Woman's club program. (High school invited.) April 18—County vocal festival. Oration contest. April 19—Marshall assembly, (we liked It.) April 23—Grosjean Musical Revue. April 24—Marshall assembly, (there) April 25—W. S. T. C. choir assembly. April 26 Drama Night. April 30— Baseball game. C. H. S. 23, Eaton Rapids S. May 3—Art program. May 10— Howell game. (Nice comeback gang.) May 9—Grade operetta. Mayor-Secretary election. (Good luck to them.) May 10—Rural students’ visiting day. Girl Reserve assembly. Sophomore party. May 14—Everett game: Charlotte wins. May 15—Career day. (More schooling.) May 17 Style show Teachers’ assembly. May 18- Regional track meet at Mt. Pleasant. May 21—Charhian staff party. (Boys lost—so boys treat girls!) May 24—Junior-Senior Banquet. (It’s All-American this year.) May 28—Tulip Festival, band review. Conference track meet. May 30—No school. Wahoo! ! ! May 31—Honor Banquet. (Lost In the Jungles! What again?) June 7 Senior trip. (First class to make Chicago! More power to you.) June 9— Baccalaureate. June 12 Class night. (This class to introduce new program.) June 13—Commencement. (Goodbye dear old C. H. S.) Issue 13......... Issue Issue Issue (Sweet Revenge.) Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue ISSIH- Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue Issue 1 4 ..Page 3 ..Page 3 Junior Dramatics 13 ............«.....Page 1 Rural Students 5 ...................Page 4 6 ...............«...Page 8 Science Club 3 ............«......Page 4 4 ................. Page 4 6 ..................Pag.- 1 7 ...............«..Page 4 9....................Pcge 4 10 ...................Page 4 11 .....«............ Page 4 Speedwriters 2....................Page 4 4 ...................Page 4 5 ...................Page 4 6 .....««.............Page 8 7 ...................Page 4 8 ............. «...Page 4 9 ................. Page 4 9....................Page 1 10 ................. Page 4 11 ...................Page 1 14 ...................Page 4 Student Council 1 ................. Page 1 2 .................. Page 4 3 ...................Page 1 4 ...................Pege 1 9....................Page 1 12 ...................Page 1 12 .................. Page 3 14....................Page 1 Tennis 13 ...............«...Page 3 Teachers’ Club 1 .................. Page 1 2 ...................Page 1 3 ...................Page 2 8....................Page 1 10 ...................Page 4 11 .................«.Page 1 13 ................. Page 4 14 .................. Page 4 Track 11....................Page 3 Travel Club 2....................Page 4 4 ...................Page 4 5 ................. Page 4 6 ...................«Page 7 7 ...................Page 4 8 .............-.....Page 9 ...................Page 10 ..................Page 11 ................ Page 12 ..................Page Boy Scouts 4 ...................Page 1 5 ...................Page 4 12...................Page 4 ((( 17 ))) The CHARHIAN FEATURE Meet Kippy” Marina Kiplinger has been a member of the Charlotte high school faculty over twenty years. Mrs. Kiplinger teaches Literature 12. Composition 1 . Bible Study, and World History. Hence, with this variety ot subjects, she has the privilege of having almost every graduate of this school in one of these classes sometime during his high school c: reer. She averages about 150 different students each year in her classes. Multiplying this number by the number of years she has taught here, we find that Mrs. Kiplinger has assisted approxi- mately 3.000 people in being graduated. “Kippy attended Albion college and the I'nlversity of Michigan, where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree. She has taken post- graduate work at the I’nlversity of Chicago. Uni- versity of Michigan, and Northwestern university. She is greatly interested in education, especially ns it applies to the high school level. She likes the contact with people of this age. enjoys watch- ing them develop mentally, and appreciates their a sociations with each other. She has succeeded in the held of teaching. She believes that if she is honest with her pupils, they will he honest with her. She has taught others, but she has also learn- ed much from the students. She stated. “Pupils are great teachers if you give them a chance. With this chance, almost every student will be a good contributor to class discussion.” To have a successful class. Mrs. Kiplinger thinks that each one should he co-operative. As long as each student is willing to do his part, the group will get along more smoothly. She favors having a small class, for this makes for greater informality. To her. class room teachers are an essential part of a school set-up, and no mutter what the subject mi y be. character education holds good in any course. With the student who is willing to co-operate, with the one who tries his best to get a lesson, and with the one wh does his best. “Kippy likes to work with best. Students who are absolutely indifferent, insincere, and defiant make it dif- ficult for a pleasing class. About ten years ago. Mrs. Kiplinger and Karl Mead became advisers of the senior classes. Mr. Mead has managed the business affairs of the class and Mrs. Kiplinger has always made the arrangements for the class night program, and worked intimately with the members. Through this work, she has known personally most of the class and she has done much to influence them in their decisions. She gained their confidence and thus heard their failures, grievances, their hopes and ambitions, their slights and doubts. She has had an opportunity to encourage the morals of ' many graduates as a teacher of Bible Study. Mrs. Kiplinger is a versatile individual. Read- ing is her favorite hobby and she is acquainted with most of the wholesome hooks. From exten- sive reading, she has an understanding of words. She enjoys study and enjoys seeing others do it. She enjoys life as she has a variety of activities. She is known to many through her w’ork in the Methodist church. She appreciates music, she likes to study the German language, and is fond o housework and cooking. She is proud of the window display of plants in her class room for they lend to the informality. Before Eva Jeanne, her daughter, went away to school, she never knew what it meant to live vicariously, but now she goes to college over again in the experiences that her daughter has. To succeed in an undertaking, Kippy be- lieves “you have to love what you are doing and the people with whom you work. If you enjoy any kind of work you must have a sense of humor; it helps one to overcome his dis- appointments and failures.” She has a sensible out- look on life and believes that one doesn’t have to he famous to he great. One needn't necessarily start a great undertaking, but if he can keep it going, he is doing his part. If one does his best, there is a personal satisfaction, whether the public acknowledges it or not. Time will reveal one's success. Mrs. Kiplinger stated. If students would realize that teachers are human as well us they. It would make for better understanding many times. She has a wonderful philosophy of life: If you have helper! one person In a definite way. your life hasn't been in vain. lister Blsel: Do you believe in free speech? Mr. Austin: That depends on whether I'm bigger than the other fellow. AND This Is Only Commonplace in 1927 (From Readers' Digest) I remember when I saw my first knees. It was while waiting for dinner to he announced that the humiliating Incident occurred. The lady—I shall not give her name for obvious reasons—sat down on a low couch and in a careless moment crossed her legs. There was a flash, a twinkle and I had seen her little dainty round knees. In a moment one of the other ladies present gave her a signal and soon her knees disappeared from sight. That was several years ago. It'll never get worse than that. I said, but snip—snip went the scissors as I spoke. Suddenly the world became full of knees, knees everywhere, seas of knees. Snip snip went the scissors ugain. A little more hud come off. the skirts had giown a little higher. And the scissors are still snipping. And 1941 is coming. How I dread it! ! Where will we he in 1941? ??????? CENSORED “MAKING THE GRADE I think that I shall never see A D ns lovely as a B A B whose rounded form Is pressed Upon the records of the blessed. A D comes easily, and yet It Isn't easy to forget; D’s are made by fools like me. But only profs could make a B . OBVIOUS Willie—Dad. why do they call English the mother tongue? Dad Well, who uses it most— around this house? Teacher—How do you like kindergar ten? Kindergarten child -Oh. fine. I hope I don't get laid off. Here’s to the Chaperone, May she learn from Cupid Just enough blindness TO BE SWEETLY STUPID Reunion Attracts Life's Reporters (Continued from page 8) the Misses Jean Odell and Marian Noe (Jean is a librarian in Berlin and Marian is studying music in Hamburg) decided to extend their vacation and attend their class reunion. Persuading Grace to come also, the three attended the reunion . . . An emergency call from the New York hospital call- ed Doctor Wilma Gnosa from the party . . . Julia Grier, society editor of the New York Sun. and Evelyn Kerch, her assistant, left early to write up their account of the affair before the final dtad-llne . . . Doris Winslow, heiress to the Sugar Can Million, has invited the alumni to hold tlu-ir reunion next year at her famous hotel In I os Angeles . . . IS THIS YOU? ? Hello there, how are you? You don’t look so well, such big circles under your eyes—do you sleep nights? Just as 1 thought, you count sheep poor soul, oh well, you could look worse. Do you have that tired feeling when you awaken, that hollow feeling just before lunch, are you nil worn out after work, are you crabby to yotn best friend, sass your elders, are you late to everything? Does your food suit you? 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((( 18 ))) The CHARHIAN MARTHA BRYAN: HOMER BRADEN: ELEANOR RAYMOND: JIM DURNER: LUCILE GOLDMAN: NORMAN DODGE: HELEN YAW: PHILLIP FRACE: VADA MILLER: JOHN CAUGHEY: DORENE SNOKE: JANE PETERS: JACK MATE: AUDREY TANNER: drives a Ford . . . always has a load, possessed beautiful eyelashes, nice hair, charming smile . . . likes to laugh, tease . . . answers to the name of Marty . better known as Moe . . . solves problems for the school, faculty, and pals . . . noted for his friendliness, smile, and his ability to bluff, loves to dance, read. hike, eat. and laugh . . . dis- likes uncxpressive people, always on the go . . likes pretty clothes. Ma- demoiselle . cokes, Gloria. popularly known for his wit . . . takes pride in his four names — James Henry Michael Durner... spends his time swim- ming. eating. sleeping, participating in sports, and gabbing . . writes good sport stories . . . outstanding for her stor- ies. poems, and line of reasoning . . . delights audiences with her speak- ing personality ... always seen in the bookstore or on the stage . . . prizes his scholastic stand- ing. stamp collection . . . known for his vocabulary, brilliance, and eyes ... is ambitious . . . partic- ipates in dramatics, de- bates . . . likes people, shows, jokes, and Ritz” crackers . . . spends time sewing, read- ing. biking, and designing clothes . . . listens to Bob Crosby and Mr. Austin... goes by name of Ike . . . favors flashy clothes, dances. Priscilla Lane, and Spearmint gum . . . serv- es cokes . . . enjoys Life . . . has personality plus, fiery hair, sense of humor . . . specializes in typing, sing- ing. talking, and search- ing for journalism. is always working, smil- ing. and searching for knowledge . . . proud of John Allen, the family name . . . dependable, nice-looking . . . spends her time studying, swimming, ice-skating and laughing ... Is very chic . . . owns loads of hair- ribbons. A papers wears saddle shoes. Quill and Scroll pin . . . adores anything collegiate . . . has share of cardi- gans. perfumes, angora mitts, and lipsticks . is wild about dances, par- ties. gossip, jokes. Errol Flynn . . . participates In football, basketball, and baseball always has something to say. eat. read, or do . . . cherishes Betty, his office of mayor . . . petite . . . exact replica of little Audrey has plenty of curls, lovely blue eyes, and personality . . . likes them tall . . . FEATURE YOU’LL MISS Hazel Adams' right answers Wilma Barnes' working ability. Homer Braden's suggestions. Beulah Beebe's tumbling. Lucille Goldman's poems. Olive Forrell's flirting. Jim Burner's pranks. Esther Kelly’s violin. Eleanor Raymond’s cheer leading. Vida Miller's readings. Leone Haddix's singing. Kenny Bruce’s mustache. Dodge Williams height. Shirley Brings studying. Boh ('ox’s drawl. Kathleen Mikesel Is popularity. Bud Hammond’s whistling. Dorr Love’s running. Howard Newsome’s nickname. Fred Wieting’s arguments. Gloria Rounsville’s giggle. Jim Wood's drumming. Bill Clever’s dancing. Norman Dodge's thoroughness. Bethel Keefers perfect grooming. Helen Akas' piano playing. Wilma Gnosa's prettiness. Barbara Dell’s smile. Alberta Goff’s personality. Julia Lewis’ curly hair. Fred Young's cornet. Bob Huber s Ford. Gordon Cheneys rushing around. Jean Cottrell’s flute. Julianne Morey's flute. Marian Noe's hair-ribbons. Stanley Horn's sleeping. Roberta Thornton’s singing. Lyle Kane’s good looks. Curley” Goodrich’s square dances. Clarence Squlbb’s come-backs”. Max Field’s tardiness. Betty Sparks’ twirling. Raymond Snyder's sportsmanship. Lee Willis’ shortness. Arlcta Austin’s whistling. Marian William’s curls. Wanda Scott’s laugh. Maxine Britten's blushes. Ike Frace’s clothes. Doris Winslow's cuteness. Grace Gonser’s giggle. Lyle Olmstead’s dislike for English. JAMES WOOD: JIM SPANIOLO: BETHEL KEEFER: BOB HUBER: HOWARD NEWSOME: SHIRLEY BRING: LYLE KANE: DELTON SMITH: RICHARD GOODRICH FRED WIETING: ALBERTA GOFF: JULIA LEWIS: NEIL CLEVER: outstanding for singing ability, husky voice, and speech work . . . seen with Julianne. typical drummer boy . . . has supply of gum. jokes, humor . . . likes to worry and be main attraction . . . prominent in baseball, football, and basketball . . . the outstanding journalist . . . carries cut perfection” to perfection sweet smile . . . partial to blues . . . businesslike . . . trap- able . . . congenial . . . famous for his Ford . . . jovial manner talent- ed In cornet playing, act- ing . . . delights in flirt- ing. teasing, dancing, eat- ing .. . “Buck to everyone . . . likes to be different, sport- minded . . . wears colle- giate clothes . . . leader of senior class . . does share of joking, dancing, sleeping, and eating . . . enviable dignity ... al- ways studying gets a kick out of things . . . pleasing voice . . natural- ly curly hair «lucky) . . . C. H. S.’s glamour boy . . . plays football, basket- ball . plenty of wit. pep. and arguments . . • likes being a senior . . . makes delicious sand- wiches for himself) . . . mixes jello with punch, labors with Orange and Black . . . knows where everything Is . . mjoys walking . . reading, shows, devours Macaroni and Cheese . . . called Curly ” versatile . . . cherishes baritone sax . . . likes plays, movies. Ice-cream . . . Malted-Milk fan . . . reputation for basketball, football . . . theories . . . chief arguer . . . stage manager . . wide vocab ulary . . . masculine phy- sique' manners . . . attractive hair, smile, per- son . . . tumbling team . . . winks eyes (gets re- sults too� baseball catch- er . . ■ wide acquaint- ances . . . lovely hair, eyes . . loves to study, read, visit . . . goes to church . . frank . . . expresses opinions. commonly known as Bill . . . hobbies of flirting, smiling, joking plays football . . . knows how to dance (dip. especially)... Dumb boy: Where does ’the little man who wasn't there' keep his car? Smart Boy: In the mirage. THAT SHOULD DO IT Dorr Love: Thanks, for lending me your um- brella. Fred. But. what a quaint handle it has. Fred Wletlng: Yes. that's my own invention. It explodes In three days if not returned. Mr. Austin: Wilcox, what was your aim in that speech?” Wilcox Nothing . Mr. Austin: Well, you certainly accomplish- ed it.” Juliette Stucky: Just call me stuck-up Stucky”. Latin Student: It may be Latin to you. but it's Greek to me ’ «pardon omission) Clarence Squibb: “yes sir. by . you’ie—right!” Lucille Goldman: “Hey. Willie—I thought you were going out for oration? Willie Wilcox: I was. but I was out too late. (it 19 ))) The CHAR HI AN • Autographs ❖ GET YOUR activity ticket ORANGE BLACK SEE THE ST. JOHNS GAME “THE CHARHIAN” VOLUME 14 CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN. THURSDAY. OCTOBER 5. 1939 ISSUE 1 Classes Choose Year’s Officers Howard Newsome to Head Seniors; Burt, Juniors CIin officer for I he coming year were elected last Monday during the home room period The following classes have completed their election: seniors. junior and «ophomorea. The aenior aelected Howard New- ome 8 president: Raymond Snyder, vice-president. Bethel Keefer, secre- tary; and Helen Grimes, treasurer. A committee was appointed to make plans for the coming year. They met last Tuesday and decided to sell Christmas cards for the first step in raising money for the senior trip. The Junior class elected Stanley Burt, president: Phil Sherman, vice- president; Martha Snow, secretary; and Rosemary Parkhurat. treasurer. The sophomore class chose Wayne Terwilllger. president. Lyndon Cole, vice-president: Bill Brake, secretary: and Donald Grier, treasurer. The other classes will hold their meetings later in the week or the first of next week. Teachers9 Club Plans For Year The Charlotte teachers’ club ex- pects this year's program to be the most important they have ever under- taken. They have planned a listening-dis- cussion entertainment in connection with the Town Hall of the Air.” radio program, which presents the most important national problems of each week. The group will discuss each question before the radio pro- gram begins nnd then listen in The teachers cordially Invite the public to attend their meetings, the first of which will be October 6. The club intends to sponsor three short plays this year for the purpose of raising funds, and is planning on the date of October 19 for presenta- tion of these. Two of the three plays have been selected aud are: The Man In The Bowler Hat.” by A. A. Milne; and Ever Young. by Alice Gerstenberg. The cast of these plays is tentative but at present stands as follows: The Man In The Howier Hat di- rected by William Austin: Mary. Miss Sarah Ross; John. William Austin; Hero. Richard Bllbie; Heroine, Miss Margaret Johnson; Chief villain. Ken- neth Brown; Bad Man. Wllford (Continued on page 4) Student Mixer Features Buddy Kay’s Orchestra Friday night. September 29. the first mixer which lasted from 8:30 until 11-30. was sponsored by the student council. Buddy Kay’s orchestra from lousing furnished the music. The general mixer chairman for this year Is Jim Spaniolo. The following committee assisted him: decora- tions. Howard Newsome, chairman, and Philip Sherman; program. Ike Frace; refreshments. Mrs. Leora Wey- mouth. chairman. Bethel Keefer, Doris Mason, and Jean Riddle. Starting Debate of Year To Be Held November 10 Students interested in debating met with Mr. Bilbie. October 3. The ten who intend to try out November 10 are Gloria Beebe. Norman Dodge. El- don Dyrnond. Etta Mae Goff. Lucile Goldman. Esther Kelly. Carolyn Pll- beam. Eleanor Raymond. Robert Ruuser, and Wilma Barnes. The subject of the debate is: Re- solved; That the government should own and operate all railroads. Mr. Bilbie has sent for some further In- formation on debating, which the team, when chosen, will use. Student Council Selects Financing Plan For Year Assembly includes Pupil Discussion Of Activity Ticket Program After conducting a general assemb- ly Tuesday morning. September 19. the council used the Information ob- tained as a basis in selecting an activity ticket plan for the year. Jack Mate, who was assembly chair- man. turned the meeting over to Ken- neth Brown An informal debate followed with many students giving their opinions. Some teachers were also asked to give their point of view. This is the first time that a pro- blem has been discussed in this man- ner and it may provide the means of solution to future problems confront- ing the council. From the total of over five hundred fifty questionnaires passed out. three hundred and twenty-four students were in favor of having two different priced tickets. The ticket for grades, seven and eight is priced at seventy-five cents and may bo paid in full or else forty cents can be deposited and the re- mainder paid in two monthly pay- ments falling due October 16 and Nov- ember 15. This low price was decided on for the benefit of the lower grade pupils. The price for the senior high ticket including grades nine. ten. eleven, and twelve, and all post graduates is one dollar, payable in advance or else fifty cents down and the rest in two monthly payments falling due the same days as the junior high ticket. Bob Huber, finance chairman, re- ports a sale of three hundred twenty- six activity tickets up to date. Charlotte high school is extending a special privilege to the parents of children purchasing activity tickets. It is expected that this will consist of a football game the first semester and a basketball game the secoud semester. C. H. S. Eggs October 6 — St. Johns, here. (Wow ’em. gang!) October 6—Girls’ Athletic As- sociation Assembly. October 12 and 13—Teachers’ Institute (Sure nuff!) October 16—Junior Play Try- Outs (Good Luck!) Council Members Organize; Mayor Selects Committees WINS SCHOLARSHIP Dorothy Snoke, who is attending Western State Teachers College, re- ceived a scholarship in recognition of Jemonstrated superior scholastic abil- ity. pleasing personality, and active workmanship in extra curricular ac- tivities. Twenty-seven of last year's senior class enrolled in schools of higher edu- cation this fall, with many alumni of previous years also returning to con- inue their college courses. Students attending Michigan State .liege are: K. A. Anderson. Mary Nan Rowley. Bob Parkhurst. Jo Jane ..lurray. Bob Fulton, and Rosemary Fielder. Dale Mason, class of ’38. is in oiled at M. S. C. Those returning to the above school are: Edward Morey. Dale Bryan. Gene King. Gerald Stanke. Douglas Reister, Clare Perry. Sidney Nielsen. Bill Garvey. Marthagene Biggs. Adelaide DuBois. Maxine Richey. Joe Simek. .(is McIntyre. Cecelia Schroeder, '.(chard Schroeder. Bill Cheney. Mil- ton Briggs. Robert Bush. Margery illley. Virginia Riley and Byron Fields. (Continued on page 4) Pep Meeting, Pantomime Are Portion of Assembly A general assembly was held Fri- day. September 29. third period. The first part of the hour was in the form of a pep meeting with the cheer leaders in charge. Bud Hammond, captain of the football team during the Lakeview game., urged the students to attend the Belding game. The regular assembly program was nresented by the Juniors In Mrs. Combs’ home room, the chairman be- ing Violet Paddock. The program included two violin selections. The Man With the Mandolin.’’ and An Apple for the Teacher. played by Jane Mulholland. who was accompan- ied on the piano by Dorain Hett- mannsperger. Two piano selections. The Lamp Is Low. and Night and Day, were presented by Dorain Hett- mansperger. In accordance with the fact that the first mixer was to be held in the evening. Frances Higby and Rosemary Parkhurst sang a song entitled That Mixer. A pantomime “Love at First Sight. was the last feature. The cast included: Pat Beechler. Lady Vera: Rosemary Park- hurst. Lady Vera’s mother; Max Hosmer, Lady Vera's father: Bob Rauser. situation; Lester Blsel. the mysterious rider; Frances Higby. the reader: Bill Lowe, sound effects. Twenty Pupils In Council; Give First Assemby On September 1 5 At the first student council meet- ing held September 20. twenty mem- bers were present. Jack Mate, mayor, and Kathleen Mikesell. secretary, presided. Philip Frace. Howard Newsome, and Clarence Squibb are the senior representatives. Jerry Fulton. Doris Mason, and Philip Sherman are from the junior class. The sophomores are represented by Donald Grier. Richard Sanders and Betty Weaver. The freshmen council members are Richard Davis. Jean Riddle, and Har- ry Stucky. The eighth grade has two aider- men. Russell Deland and Robert Paton. Maurlne Nielsen and Ella Nor- ris are from the seventh grade. Bethel Keefer and Bill Watson were chosen last spring to be on the council this year. Harlan McCall and Mrs. Leora Weymouth are the faculty advisers. The committees have been appoint- ed for the year by Mayor Mate. Robert Huber and Howard Newsome are on the finance committee. The assembly committee is made up of Leone Haddix. chairman. Dorothy Dean. Philip Frace. Dale Smith, and Dorene Snoke. James Spaniolo ts chairman of the mixer committee: aiding him are David Shaull and Betty Sparks. The athletip council consists of Mal- colm Gobel. coach. Vance Jensen and Roger Peck. Maynard Davidson and Julia Grier are in charge of the noon hour. Genevieve Barland takes care of the lost and found department; Lucille Goldman, book store: Vada Miller, eligibility committee: Clarence Squibb. halls; and Dean Widrig. candy sales. Petitions for selling candy the first nine weeks were presented at the council meeting. It was decided that the freshmen should sell candy on Monday: 7A home room. Tuesday: girls athletic association. Wednesday: juniors. Thursday; and seniors. Fri- day. The Hl-Y is to sell candy at all home football games. The student council presented the first assembly of the year. September 15 Mayor Mate, the chairman, in- troduced the council members and the assembly committee chairman. Leone Haddix. A play was given to explain the school's clubs and organizations. The cast included the following: Willis Wilcox. Mr. Gilmore; Doris Mason. Mrs. Gilmore; Vada Miller, grand- mother; Frances Higby. senior daugh- ter; Lynn Fowler, her boy friend: Robert Orr. sophmore son; Mary King, seventh grade daughter; Betty Lou Squibb. Mary’s seventh grade friend: Willard Mikesell and Juliette Stucky as seniors, friends of the senior daughter and her boy friend. The piny was written by Gloria Beebe. Robert Huber. and Jane Peters, as a project in speech class last year. Pane 2 ORANGZ BLACK Qn-b ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Quill and Scroll International First Place Award, 35, '36. ’37, 38 Subscription Rates. $.75 Executive Board Staff Publisher ...............................Kathleen Mtkesell Managing Editor .............John Allen Caughey Editor-In-Chief ...........................Wilma Barnes Business Manager .............................Bob Kauser Advertising Manager .................Dorene Snoke Faculty Adviser .................Harlan R. McCall Reporters ..............Rest of Journalism Class It Is Your Duty! It seems that all our school spirit has been under the seats for the past few years. But. now that our football, basketball, baseball and track teams are really considered well up among the best teams in class B schools, why not show we appreciate them by getting up a bit of pep at those pep sessions, and really yell, turn out at all those games, yell there too. and let the team know you are behind them. Now we have two new cheerleaders to go with the three veterans from last year's team, but Just because there are five cheerleaders upon the stage leading the yells, don't let it be just a quin- tet; make it a chorus and all yell! In the first game of the football season, our team met that of I akeview. It was expected that at least 90% of the student body would be present on the sidelines to witness that first game of the season but only about 40% turned out. our team was out to win that contest for it was defeated by the same opponents last year. It did win. but with Its own fighting spirit for there were too few sup- porters on the sidelines to urge it on. This brings up the matter of activity tickets. A couple of weeks ago an assembly was held in the form of an open forum during which everyone was free to state his opinion as to the school’s finance system. Everyone agreed to purchase a ticket if the price was reduced. It was. but still there have l� een no more sold than were last year at the higher cost. Of the 550 students In the junior and senior high schools, only 319 have their Activity tickets. This seems to Indicate a considerable lack of both school spirit and co- operation on the part of a large group of students In willingness to help support school activities. On the other hand, a fine example of school spirit was displayed at the open forum. But that was just a sample. The students want more as- semblies of that type. After all. it is their school so why can’t they have some place and time to meet where they can state their desires and grie- vances? So—now. as a concluding statement why don't you call it a compromise? Get what you want out of the assemblies, but in return show your apprecia- tion for what you get. Join a Club At the beginning of the year new students enter- ing high school are always Interested in activities that are going on in the school, and in the clubs. The Hi-Y under the leadership of Mr. McCall is limited to Junior and Renior boyR and is connected with the Y. M. C. A. It has a membership limited to twenty-five. The Girl Reserves is an organization similar to the HI-Y and is connected with the Y. W. C. A. Girls joining this club must be at least a soph- more. Miss Toms is the adviser. Travel club is under the supervision of Mr. Van- Vessem. It is open to any senior high school boy or girl. Their purpose is to learn about traveling and to take a short trip. The Footlighteers is the senior dramatics club limited to 30 members preferably 15 boys and 15 girls. It is under the direction of Miss Wells and Mr. Austin. This club presents short plays at meetings and gives several drama night. Junior dramatics club, under Mrs. Taylor is open to students in the junior high. It consists of study- ing and giving short plays. The Commercial club is open to shorthand and typing students only. This club meets on the first club night with Miss Verdier as adviser. The Rural Students club is for rural students nrd Is under the leadership of Mr. Rholfs. This la open to any rural student. It has get acquainted' parties and many other interesting activities dur-; � ng the school year. The Boys Glee club is an organization under the direction of Mr. Koch. It is open for all senior high boys. They meet for mixed chorus with the girls on Wednesdays and Fridays. This club meets everyday the fifth hour. The Girls Glee club is similar to the Boys Glee club except the girls have special work on Mon- days. On Tuesdays and Thursdays they have their regular meetings. This club is under the super- vision of Mrs. Wildern. The C’’ club is for all boys who have received a letter for some sport and is directed by Mr. Gobel. the coach. The Science club, in charge of Mr. Anderson studies different parts of science and meets on the club nights. These are some of the clubs of Charlotte high school, and the faculty hopes to see everyone Join at least one of these organizations. Personality Paragraphs “My hunting dog (pointer to be exact) is one of my favorite pastimes . complied Howard New- some. a dashing senior lad. and stalwart center on the Oriole grid team. The question of food brought a gleam to Buck's” face. Buck is what all his friends call him. He then replied that chili was his favorite dish. Football is naturally his favorite game and running a close second, comes tennis; ping pong Is enjoyed by him during the winter months, and incidentally he is an expert player, being uncrowned city champion. Finally locating him in his favorite schoolroom. I hailed Stanley, and he consented to having a few facts about him revealed. My favorite food is fried chicken and gravey declared this well known ! president of the junior class. Asking him what j he thought about the prospects of this year’s foot-j ball team he eagerly stated “they're tops’’. The sport he likes to play the most is basketball and he expressed that he would rather watch a good foot- ball game than anything else. He plans to take a course in commercial art after he is out of school, and his pen-swinging ability is very likely to take him a long way. Oh. yes. the name is Stanley Burt. One of our up and coming sophomores and pop- ular athletes. Wayne TerwilUger. consented to [ having an interview If It wouldn’t take too long!” Wayne Is well known already as a coming athlete and he has one letter to his credit at present, that being in baseball. In which he played a bang-up game at third base. On the question of food he replied roast beef, by all means is his favorite. His hobby is a rare one. but an interesting one— that of collecting baseball summaries from dally papers. With this. Wayne went back to his studies and probably his daily tasks of being sophomore class president. Chop suey and peach pie” answered David Shaull. well built freshman boy. on the question of his favorite food. I found that photography Ir Dave’s favorite hobby, and I understand he is a qualified porson along that line. Of his favorite sports, basketball ranks first on the list, and he plans on going out for it thlR winter. In the short time I had with him I also found that red- hot music plays a great part In his exlstance. Smile Awhile A little more smile, a little less frown; A little less kicking a man when he’s down, A little more we , a little less I”; A little more laugh, a little less cry; A little more flowers on the path of life. And fewer on graves at the end of the strife. The Editor The Editor’s hair grows gray. And his fingertips are sore. But some poor fish is sure to say, I’ve heard this Junk ten times before” Our New Advisors When interviewing our new physical education teacher it was found that this is her first year of teaching. She graduated from the Michigan State college with the class of ’39. Her home is in Dear- born. Her favorite sport is swimming, and she dislikes winter. When asked if she has a favorite food she exclaimed. “Oh yes. beef fixed anyway Besides teaching physical education classes. ah« teaches general business. Before coming here ah- taught dramatics a year at the Detroit Institute of Art. She also taught some swimming and base- ball classes at the college, and also taught swim- ming and dancing to some of the faculty. Mr. Bilbie? Yes. he’s the fix foot teacher you see walking around in a hurry. Here is a little bit that your reporter was able to get to help you be- come better acquainted with him. He came from Pottervllle, which was his first school after grad- uation. He received his education A om the Uni- versity of Michigan at Ann Arbor, and Ann Arbor is his home town. He teaches seventh grade geography and history classes. He likes most sports, but basketball, softball, and football are preferred by him. He didn't seem to like the idea of being interviewed at least if he did he seemed sort of bashful. But I'm sure students, that you are going to find he is a person you will enjoy knowing and having for a teacher. Mr. Steffens, our new Industrial Arts teacher came here from the St. Johns high school. This is his twelfth year of teaching, since he graduated from college. He graduated from Western State Teacher's college, which he attended for four years. His home town Is Clinton. Good food and plenty of it is really appreciated by him. When he was asked about sports he said. Well if I was to mako a choice of my favorite sport it would pro- bably be baseball. I can enjoy a good game of base- ball anytime. Mr. Steffens also has a Junior home room. Charlotte Cafe The Home of Good Food We serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Phone Main 306 WOODWARD PASTURIZED MILK CREAM CHOCOLATE MILK CHEESE BUTTER Phone Main 254 W. B. Sterling NOE RADIO ELECTRIC SERVICE For Reliable Radio Electric Repair Call at Phone 237 N. Sheldon Main 788 Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS SUPER SERVICE Cor. Lawrence Bostwick Ayes. • Lansing St. ORANGE A BLACK Page 3 Orioles Conquer Side jCinc Chatter Lakeview Eleven Coach Giobel is taking a load of fellows to the Michigan and Michigan State football game. October 7. Charlotte Eleven Victors Over Belding Eleven I 3-0 Second Team Goea On Field In Last Quarter; Rain Proves Handicap Local Lads Score Late in Fourth Quarter To Win Katon Rapids started out their foot- ball season by upsetting East Lansing to the tune of 20-13. After showing little advantage over the Belding squad in the first half the Charlotte eleven came through to win 13-0 in the second half of the game played during a rain storm Friday afternoon on the Belding field. Line bucks and passes were the main attacks by both teams. The first score of the game made by the Orioles was pushed over by the quarterback. Fowler, who went nround the left end for a score In the third quarter. The extra point was no good. The Orioles kicked off to Belding. who returned it to their own twenty-five yard line. Then on their third down they threw a pass which was intercepted by Charlotte's center. Buck Newsome. In the fourth quarter. Stringham a sub. went in and the first play he drove around the right end for the second score. Hammond kicked the extra point. After that the second team went into the game. The line-up was: Sntjchen LE Wieting Cowles LT Huber Petenson LG Clever Simons C Newsome Gleason RG Walters Root RT Hammond Waite RE Mate B. Brice QB Fowler Putman LH Spaniolo Bob Brice RH Beechler Webster FB Snyder Subs: Haines, Wilcox, Siinek. Blael, Briggs. Durner, Shoemaker, String- ham. and Kane. FRED A. RICHEY Co. Dry Goods. Ready-to-Wear and Rugs I'nleashing a fourth quarter drive, the Charlotte gridders defeated a strong Lakeview eleven on the local field. September 22. by the score of 60 Charlotte's lone touchdown was •eorad in the final minutes of play as the result of a 16 yard pass from Spaniolo to Mate and a 15 yard gallop by Mate. Hud Hammond's attempt at converting the extra point was low. Until the fourth quarter the game was a battle of two strong lines with neither team having an advantage. Lakeview had two scoring opportun- ities but the Oriole line squelched both with hard charging and tackling. Shortly after the opening kickoff. Lakeview recovered a Charlotte fumble on the Oriole 27 yard line. Two plays later. Lakeview had a first down on the Charlotte 16 yard line, then Halloran. Lakeview’s half- back. fumbled the ball and Charlotte recovered. After Spaniolo punted to midfield. I«akevlew reeled off two first downs, but Charlotte took pos- session of the ball on Its own 25 yard lino, when the Lakeview attact failed In the third quarter the Orlolos reached the iuikevlew 30 yard line due to three brilliant dashes by Rube Snyder, but here lost the ball on downs. Shortly after the start of the fourth period. Lakeview punted to Fowler on Charlotte's 35 yard line. Two passes Fans! If you see a red streak starting out on the field during inter- vals In a game. It Is Red Grimes, who is toting the 11,0 for the local squad this year. Red Is assistant manager to Clarence Betts. Some class. I calls It. when the football players get to ride In Bob Huber's and Lynn Fowler's famous autos to and from the practice field. to Mate and Wieting and a series of runs by Snyder and Spaniolo took the ball to the Lakeview 8 yard line. Two smashes by Fowler carried the ball to the one yard line. After Spaniolo lost eight yards on a reverse. Lake- view took the ball when Craig Inter- cepted a pass meant for Wieting. With two minutes to play, the Orioles intercepted a Lakeview pass Orioles To Play Hastings Under Lights October 20 The Charlotte Orioles will journey to Hastings. Friday night. October 20. The game will start at 7:30 P. M.. under new Westinghouse electrical equipment just purchased by the Hast- ings school board. The Charlotte high school hand is expected to take part. It has been rumored that Hastings is going to have a new athletic held next year. on their own 25 yard line. Spaniolo dropped hack and tossed the touch- down pass to The starting Chat lotto Mate that won the game, lineup: Wieting LE Clarck Huber LT Hocotl Clever LG Peck Newsome C Tulninger Sterling RG Burgess Hammond RT Cdgell Mate RE Foster Fowler QB Anderson Spaniolo H B Halloran Snyder HB Starkweather Beechler FB R. Craig Referee—Sherman Hicks (Central State). Umpire—Ted stftute). Horn (Ferris In- Call Main 63 SHELDEN SANDERS LUMBER COMPANY LUMBER. COAL. COKE and BUILDERS' SUPPLIES PAINTS and VARNISHES R. W. Carr Gran. Co. MONUMENTS - MARKERS MAUSOLEUMS 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte, Michigan Girl Reserves Assemble To Make Future Plans The Girl Reserves held their first meeting September 14. in the form of a cook-out at the home of Jane Peters. At this meeting activities for the com- ing year were discussed. Plans for the year include a Hal- loween and Initiation party combined. The formal Initiation is to be held in November and the annual Christmas party for underprivileged children. December. The officers for the club are: Jane Peters, president: Dorene Snoke. vice president and program chairman; Martha Bryan, secretary-treasurer; and Frances Higby. social chairman. Orioles To Meet Red Wings Here The St. Johns Red Wings will in- vade the Oriole's domain on October 6. The Red Wings were fortunate in losing only three letter men. while Charlotte lost eight. The invaders were downed by the score of 20 to 0 last year. Last Friday night the Red Wings met the Grand Ledge Comets. A few are returning to the Univers- ity of Michigan. They are as follows: Robert Taylor. Donald Richey. Martha Peters and Ross Belyea. Vaughn and Ragsdale HAS IT FOR LESS L. L. JOHNSON LUMBER CO. Charlotte Production Credit Association LOANS TO FARMERS Interest Rate Per Annum A. C. Cheney Funeral Home Swank Sets Costume Jewelry for Young Men for Young Ladies See Our New Fall Lines W. E. WRIGHT JEWELRY GIFTS GREEN MEADOWS CHICKEN or STEAK DINNERS Served Complete for 65c LUNCHES and SANDWICHES A Good Place to Hold Your Parties Charlotte Phone Main 7111-F4 Jtevenson ludio For BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS Flour-Feed-Seeds PACKARD’S MILL Fruit Vegetables Groceries BOB’S MARKET The VOfDBfflG Co. THE HOME OF HART SCHAFFNER MARX CLOTHES LUMBER - COAL Phone Main No. 9 GOOD PRINTING UNFAILING SERVICE FAIR PRICES ♦ McGrath-DcFOE COMPANY CHARLOTTE REPUBLICAN-TRIBUNE EVERYONE READS THE REPUBLICAN-TRIBUNE Page 4 ORANGE A BLACK All Home Rooms Elect Officers For This Year Home room officers were elected during the first few weeks of school. They are as follows: Home Room 111—Council represent- ative. Philip Sherman; president. Bud Beechler; vice president. Willis Wil- cox; secretary. Carroll Stringham. Home Room 151—Council represent- tive. Harry Stucky; president. Jerry Sherman; vice president. Philip Snyder; secretary. Jack Thornton; treasurer. Edward Steinman. Home Room 152—Council represent- ative. Richard Sanders; president. Jack Krieg; vice president. Pat Beechler; secretary. Shirley Clay. Home Room 154—Council represent- ative. Robert Palon: president. Shir- ley Mate; vice president. Bob Bruce; secretary. Jack Green. Home Room 203—Council represent- atlvc, Howard Newsome. Home Room 204—Council represent- ative. Richard Davis. Home Room 205—Council represent- ative. Donald Grier; president. Eldon Dymond: vice president. Douglas Fletcher: secretary. Annabelle La- Torre: treasurer. Lyndon Cole. Home Room 210—Council represent- ative. Doris Mason: president. Max Hosmer: vice president. Shirley John- son; secretary. Frances Higby. Home Room 211—Council represent- ative. Betty Weaver; president. Wayne Terwilliger; vice president. Jane Mulholland; secretary. Phyllis Thornton. Home Room 251—Council represent- ative. Ella Norris; president. Calvin Csatlos; vice president. Dorothy Mont- gomery; secretary. Betty Shields; treasurer. Jeanette Barrett. Home Room 252—President. Vernon Gresso; vice president. Joe Pray; sec- retary. Beverly Paton; treasurer, Mary Lou Keeler. Home Room 302—Council represent- ative. Philip Frace: president. Shirley Bring; vice president. Gordon Cheney. Home Room 303—Council represent- ative. Clarence Squibb; president. Fred Wieting: vice president. Jim Spaniolo; secretary. Betty Sparks. Home Room 306—President. Duane N'lcol; vice president. Homer Parish; secretary. Junior Ross. Home Room 307—Council represent- ative. Gerry Fulton: president. Milton Rackofen; vice president; Charles Briggs; secretary. Mary Helen Cowan. A number of C. H. S. alumni are employed in the Wilcox-Gay radio fac- tory. Alumni Netvs (Continued from page 1) Pat Higby and Elwin Sterling are transferring to State from Albion and Chicago respectively. Bob Ladd is taking work at Western State Teachers College Dorothy Nye, class of '38. is also going there. Those studying at other Normal colleges are: Mildred Cole. Margery Cole. Ypsilanti Normal; Lora May Hoffner. Western State college; Bethel Jacobs, class of '36. is attending Hillman county normal. Rosemary King. Eleanore Campbell. Pauline Baas and Virginia Stocking are attending Lansing Secretarial school. Those studying at L. B. U. are; Gertrude Merrick. Lorna Sand- ers: Acme; Loretta Terwllllger. Gall Cheney, class of '38. Pauline Thomp- son and Catherine Terrill are taking a course at Cleary College. Ypsilanti. Eldred Toutant and Murray Chand- ler are going to Albion College, while Max Tullis turns his interests toward Alma College. Harold Jacobs, class of '33. is at- tending Bay City Junior College. Dorothy Otto and Margaret Allen are studying at Blackstone College for girls. Blackstone. Virginia. Barbara Hamilton, who was enroll- ed at Wayne I'niversity for the past year. Is attending Western State Teachers College this year. Margaret See is attending Melba Beauty school and Virginia Nye has entered training at Mercy hospital. Jackson. TEACHERS' CLUB PLAN FOR YEAR (Continued from page 1) Rohlfs; Man in the Bowler Hat. Jay Dykhouse. “Ever Young , directed by Miss Winifred Wells: Mrs. Blanchard. Miss Patricia Verdier; Mrs. Dorchester. Mrs. Marena Kiplinger; Mrs. Payne- Dexter. Mrs. Frances Wildern; Mrs. Courtney-Page. Miss Nina Shotwell. FOR THAT PARTY GET YOUR DONUTS FROM JO AT KROGERS CHARLOTTE CANDY COMPANY JOHN COLIZZI Shoes Dyed Any Color With Non-Poison Dye RENU SHOE SHOP SAM VITALE Munger Hardware Co. HARDWARE. JOHN DEERE FARM IMPLEMENTS ANTHONY FENCING. DUPONT PAINT PIANO TUNING BY L G. ARNOLD, Rattle (’reek Fully Qualified 17 Years Experience Phone Carlisle Radio Service Main 288 JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE MAIN 200 Carlisle Radio and Music Service (Over the Jerrold Store! Solicits Your Patronage SELMER. GRETSEH A PEDLER INSTRUMENTS REEDS. STRINGS. ETC. INSTRUMENTS REPAIRED 160 Attend Junior High Get-together A party was given Friday. Septem- ber 22. fur studenta in the seventh, eighth, and ninth grades. The get- together was held at the high school from 7:30 until 9:30. For the first hour and a half the 160 pupils attend- ing were divided into groups for the purpose of playing games. For the last half hour the entire group as- sembled In the gym. They were wel- comed by Mayor Mate. William Aus- tin. then directed them in the singing of popular and school songs. Refreshments of cider and donuts were served by the student council, sponsors of the party. The committees were: Invitations, Kathleen Mikesell. chairman, and Bethel Keefer; program. Gerry Fill-' ton; refreshments. Philip Sherman. F. F. A. Plans Program At the first meeting of the F. F. A. the date of October 23 was set for the coming game feed. Russell Bradley was chosen to rep- resent Charlotte at the 12th annual convention at Kansas City. Missouri. The F. F. A. chapters of Grand l edge, Kuton Rapids. Olivet. Bellevue, and Charlotte held an officers train- ing camp at Stuart lake. September 15 to 17. Howard Newsome. Eddie Slmek. Russell Bradley. Elden Dy- rnond. J. Allen Caughey. and their adviser. Wilford Rohlfs. represented Charlotte. Domestic Finance Company Main 1042 141 4 South Cochran Ave. Charlotte. Michigan CARNESTAVERN SUNDAY DINNERS BANQUET FACILITIES LATEST STYLES IN SWEATERS and SKIRTS HATS and GOWNS JESSIE G. STINE FROCK SHOP Girl Athletes Organize The Girls Athletic Association elected the following officers at their first meeting; Leone iladdix, presi- dent; Patricia McMyler. vice presi- dent; and Betty Sparks, secretary- treasurer. Their meetings are held every second and fourth Tuesday of the month, after school. The dues ars fifty cents a semester. Any high school girl may join. The president appointed Jean O'dell. as chairman of a committee for an assembly. The assembly is going to be in form of a pep meeting, which will be given the day the football squad plays St. Johns. The girls plan to sell candy Wed- nesday noons for the first nine week's period. The girls may win letters if they obtain 400 points and participate in every game played. A committee has been appointed to plan laws and propose a constitution for the organ! -at Ion. The adviser is Miss Ross. Boys interested in Hl-Y activities can get their application blanks from Harlan McCall. CORONA-ZEPHR 75c Weekly GOOD USED TYPEWRITERS MORNING STAR FREE ZENITH 6-TUBE RADIO EVERY SATURDAY A Ticket With Every 25c Spent WOOD’S DRUG STORE Where friends meet and leave more friendly ROSE ACRE FLOWERS Fowler Chevrolet Sales Inc. ELITE BEAUTY SHOP Welcomes back the High School Students We are always glad to serve you. - Our Prices Are Right. PERMANENTS - $2.00 - $3.00 - $4.00 - $5.00 - $6.00 GENEVIEVE PATTERSON. Prop. Phone Main 325 Peters Circle HEADQUARTERS FOR SPORTING GOODS Spencer Company Charlotte at Hatting Friday Night! See You at th« Halloween Party! Volume 14 CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN. OCTOBER 19, 1939 luue 2 City Sponsor, Halloween Party Program Includes Parade, Movies. And Dance Loral merchant are again sponsor- ing the annual Halloween party and Inrite all student and children not 0f school age to attend. The party 1 to he held October 31 t the high school. The lower grade will have their party In the afternoon; while grade from seven to twelve Inclusive will meet In the evening The program Include a parade down Main street led by the band, movie in the auditorium from 8:00 to 11:00. and a dance in the new gym- nasium from 10:00 until 12:00 Prizes will be awarded to the ones wearing the beat costume The mer- chant urge everyone to come dress- ed In costume. Thi party Is made possible only by the co-operation of a large number of people. Jay Dykhouse Is general chairman of the party The other committee member who have plan- ned thi party arc: William Bobier. finance and prize chairman. Cecil Hay. Lyle Master . Charles Fielder, and Robert Townsend; Chief Lat- chaw. chairman and director of traf- fic; George May hew. judging chair- man. Mrs. W A. Vance. Mrs. C. A. Fulton. Mrs. Frank Higby. Reverend Russell McConnell. Robert Munger, Marguerite McGrath. Leon Manning, Mrs Ward Hynes, and Mrs. Walter Parker; Wendell Anderson and Har- lan McCall, entertainment chairmen; Melvin Brown, parade chairman. Don- ald Soxmith. Russell McConnell. Ed- ward Marple. and Gilmore Strecks; Dale Bnum. speaker chnlrman. Will- iam Powers. Frank Morgan. David Dotson nnd Percy Schepers. Local Lawyer Visits Law Class on Thursday Oct. 5 Presiding Judge Gives Permission For Hearing of Court Case Stanley Raidle. well-known Char- lotte attorney, visited the seventh hour commercial law class on Thurs- day, October 5. He was introduced by Ward Hynes, the instructor. Before the Introduction of Mr. Raidle. Mr. Hynes announced that the class would hear the case to be tried In circuit court on Monday. October 9 Mr. Raidle obtained the permission for the students to attend this trial from the presiding Judge. The speaker gave a short talk on court manners and then proceeded with a discussion of contracts. At the court hearing Monday, stu- dents discovered that it was an out- of-town case based on negligent homi- cide The court came to order and a foil call was taken of all the pro- spective jurors. A short recess fol- lowed because of the absence of several witnesses. After the allotted time for recess was over, the twelve Jury men were impaneled and a read- ing of the case on trial took place. The Jurors were then sworn in and another short recess followed. Spaniolo to Head Staff For this Year’s Charhian First Meeting Held October 9 Individual Pictures Approved The staff for the 1940 Charhian has been selected. Heading the staff are James Spaniolo. editor; Kathleen Mlkeseli. assistant editor; and Shir- ley Bring, business manager The other members are: Norman Dodge, calendar ««ditor; Dorene Snoke. class editor; Gloria Beebe, feature ed- itor; Kenneth Bruce, sports editor; Gordon Cheney, photographic man- ager; Robert Huber and Bethel Keef- er. circulation managers; Jane Peters, program chairman, is in charge of the Journalism carnival and Journal- ism assembly; and Wilma Barnes, Maynard Davidson, and Frederick A. Young, typists. At a meeting after school. October 9. Harlan McCall, the adviser, explain- ed the duties of the various members. The staff decided to have iudividual pictures in the Charhian of all the students instead of group pictures of the classes. A photographic company from Philadelphia will take the pic- tures They may he purchased at 6 for 25 cents. This does not include the senior pictures. Michigan Educators Hold Convention At Jackson Superintendent Stickle Presides At Meeting; Program Features Speakers The Michigan Education Associa- tion held its first conference on Oc- tober 12 and 13 at Jackson. Ralph L. Stickle, superintendent of schools at Olivet, was chairman. Thursday. October 12. Eugene B. Elliott, state superintendent of pub- lic Instruction, spoke on The Teach- er's Responsibility In Balancing Per- sonality. and Ruth Bryan Owen Rhode spoke on This Democracy Of Ours. The speakers for Friday. October 13. were: John S. Page, president of the Michigan Education Association, who spoke on Your Professional Citizenship. and Mr. No-Yong Park, lecturer and authority on oriental questions, whose topic was The Out- look Of The Far East.” Russell Steffens, of Charlotte high school, acted as chairman of the manual arts and industrial education divlson of the sectional meetings. Home Economics Girls Honor Mothers Tuesday Tuesday afternoon. October 10, the Homo Economics girls served a tea honoring their mothers. Mrs. Bretz of the Bretz Drapery Shop gave a short speech on the proper colors for curtains and draperies and how to have good taste in choosing the color scheme for the home. The guests were given a chance to ask questions. Immediately following the speech, tea and cookies were served to the mothers and cider and donuts to the girls. Jane Peters and Helen Grimes poured tea. while Bethel Keefer nnd Martha Bryan acted as hostesses. Jus- tine Malcult wag program chairman. Tho table in the dining room was decorated according to the season of Halloween Plans Made By Seniors To Finance Annual Trip The senior class is starting the year with hopes of taking a trip to Chi- cago Many ideas of making money have been suggested and it is hoped that most of them will be carried out. Plans Include the sale of Christmas cards and jello. Each home room intends to sponsor at least one bake sale during the year; the first of which will be October 21 Home room 203 is responsible for this bake sale. The class hopes to sell tickets for a movie at the Eaton theater nnd sponsor a mixer. It is thought probable that the seniors will sponsor short dances between the mixers, and use records for music. During the first nine weeks period the class has been selling candy on Fridays, and will sell candy at all home basketball games. The senior pictures have all been taken. The first ones were taken October 3 and the last October 13. C.H.S. Eggs October 19—Teachers club plays. October 20—Hastings, there. «Mow 'em down!) October 20—Jack Knight As- sembly. October 23—F. F. A. Game Feed. (Yum! Yum!). October 27—Howell. There. (Come on team, fight!) Fifty Junior-Senior High Economic Girls Visit Post’s Class Observes Entire Process Of Making And Packing Breakfast Cereal Teacher’s Club To Enact Plays To Feature Three Dramas Tonight in Auditorium f William Austin This evening the Charlotte Teach- er’s club will pre- sent three plays in the auditorium at 8:00 o’clock. Will- iam Austin, who was chairman of the committee which selected the plays, was assisted by Miss Nelthorpe and Miss Wells. The plays are: Tho Man in the Bowler Hat by V A. Milne; Ever Young by Alice Gers- tenberg: and The Wedding Present” I by William Carson “Undoubtedly all students will very much want to take advantage of the opportunity to see their teachers practice the art of love-making, gun- toting. et cetera, on the stage, this evening, when the Teachers club plays will be presented. states the club president. Kenneth Brown. The purpose of putting these plays on is to raise funds for further act- ivities the club may wish to sponsor. You may purchase your tickets for this performance from any of the teachers of the Charlotte schools. The price of the tickets is to be twenty- five and fifteen cents. The commitees for these plays are: publicity. Mrs. Clever. Mrs Combs Mrs. Weymouth, and Mr. McCall; fin- ance. Miss Glnsner nnd Mrs. Combs: stnge. Miss Fisher and Mr. Steffens. Fifty senior and junior high Home Economics girls motored to Battle (’reek. Thursday. October 5. to tour the Post’s breakfast foods plant. The first stopping place of the tour was the club house, where each girl registered, then went into the art gallery, where many famous and well known paintings are hanging. The lowest value placed on any of the paintings is ten thousand dollars. A typical chair from nearly every coun- try is on display. Mr. Post’s office as not been used since he died twenty-five years ago. The calendar on his desk is just as he left it. His pastime was the punch- ing hag which is placed Just as it was when he was living. View Factory Departments From then on the girl were divided into two groups; one group going through the Grapenut department and the other through the Post All- Bran. The filling and packing department was looked upon There are sixty- nine boxes folded and glued a minute, and only thirty-nine filled a minute. Each process that cereal goes through was observed and carefully explained to each group. The product was sampled at each stage. Observe Cafeteria At the finish of the tour the girls went Into the cafeteria, where they found breakfast waiting for them. The' meal consisted of grapenut flakes, cream, sugar, postum, and grapenut ice-cream. Juniors Extend Deadline For Magazine Sales The magazine drive, sponsored by the junior class, has been such a great success that the deadline was ex- tended until Monday. October 16. Mrs. Combs’ home room is ahead in the drive with a total of sales amounting to $107. Mr. Steffen’s home room is second with approxim- rtely $66 and Mr. Austin’s third with $50. The winning home room will jeceive a banquet, which will be pro- vided by the two losing rooms. The money from the magazine sales, plus that made from the annual junior play, will be used for the junior-senior prom to be held next June. Cadet Band Organized As Interest in Music Grows This year's band is the largest that Charlotte has ever known. There is an enrollment of eighty in the senior band, fifty in the cadet band, and forty in the junior band, making the total of one hundred seventy mem- bers. Director Ward Hynes states that this is a year that will go down in history for the Charlotte band If everyone will work for it. and they seem to be working hard. The band will accompany the team to Hastings. October 20. P«qe 2 ORANGE BLACK (Mfk.r )ltJT-JS) '■ JmssoqSJJ' ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-weekly by the Jourualistn Class of Charlotte High School Quill and Scroll International First Place Award. 35. ’36. ’37. ’38 Subscription Rates. $.75 Executive Board Staff Publisher .............................Kathleen Mikesell Managing Editor ............John Allen Caughey Editor-inChlef ...........................Wilma Barnes Business Manager ...........................Bob Rauser Advertising Manager ..............Dorene Snoke Faculty Adviser ...............Harlan R. McCall Reporters .............Rest of Journalism Class October 31 !! ! Today9s the Day! Sink or swim is the question now foremost in the minds of the student body, as the critical mo- ment at last arrives. For today marks the ending of the first six weeks of school, and you know what that means! This noon report cards will be dis- tributed from the various home rooms. Sometime today the honor roll will be posted on the bulletin board, and all students retaining an A or B average during each of the six marking periods will be eligible for the annual honor banquet, held the first of June. Thanks Have you noticed the new score board and flag pole appearing on our local football field? The score board was presented to the athletic department by the following persons. Howard Rus- sell. M. H. Fielder. Clyde Fulton, Elmo Youngs. Paul Packard. Harold E. Smith. A. C. Cheney. Smith Edwards. Charles Wood, and the Beech- lers. The flag pole was donated by the local post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, headed by James Sanders. Strange things may happen on Halloween, su- perstitious people used to believe. They thought that witches rode on broom sticks, evils played tricks on all sober people and performed a hundred other magic things. Many of the beliefs have come down from 2.000 years or more, for our Halloween occurs about the time of the old Druidic autumn festival This was an ancient Roman festival in honor of Pomona, the goddess of fruit and garden. Many of the pagan customs still remain, so on our Halloween like their Druidic festival, we shall crack nuts, bob for apples, throwing the peel- ings over our shoulders, and look Into a mirror by holding a candle in a darkened room as they did years ago. In this country instead of celebrating on Nov- ember 1. ns they did many years hence, we cele- brate October 31. So. hang on to your hats, for it won't be long now until some night, around October 31. you will be seeing all of these queer looking creatures walking about the darkened streets of Charlotte. We wish to thank both individuals and organi- zations of the community which have made pos- sible these better facilities for our high school athletic department. Why Do Some People Predominate In All Activities? Many a time you've asked the question. Why do tome people get all the class offices and honors ? Well, maybe you don't put your best foot forward and show people that you are capable of doing work assigned you. Maybe you think that you are not capable of doing the job that is given you. or that it wouldn't be an office you could stick to. and put all you have into it. Stiffen your backbone and undertake these duties and do the best you can. that is all anyone expects of you. Are you able to get around people, give them your opinion as to different questions that come up? Are you always ready to serve on committees, or are you the person that always has too much other work to do? The people who are the busiest are those who always can do a little more. So don't give up. start today and make yourself ac- ceptable to others. There is Value Even in Failure! Have you ever stopped to realize that there is value as well as disappointment in failure? That is to say that if some people had not met failure or disillusion in some step of their work they would have had nothing to inspire them to greater goals If a person has the will-power and the perseverence. he can overcome any handicap that falls in the way of completing a project, he can let every mistake he makes be a lesson so that the uext time he tries he can do that much better. He can learn as he works and lives, whereas if a person does everything right the first time, or if circumstances run smoothly all through his life with no cause to worry or fret, that person will never know the meaning of sacrifice, will never know what hardships some people have to endure during a lifetime. So. the next time you feel rather put out over some failure, don't let that get you down. Just try. try. again! Personality Sketches When I asked Kenny” Collins if I might inter- view him. he said, of course , and gave me one of his very pleasing smiles. Well, girls, he isn’t at all fussy about his food. He positively detests unfriendly people. Over the Rainbow is his fav- orite song, and prodding deeper we find history to be his favorite subject. He plans to attend Michigan State after graduation, where he will study to be a geologist. He is rather proud of his natural curly hair In his leisure time he draws or Just fusses around. He thinks Charlotte high school is swell so far! As for girls well, they’re all right, especially a certain senior girl, who has her locker next to his. I want to be a doctor”, exclaimed Joan Barnes, one of our peppy little seventh graders. In the field of sports her attention is attracted by ice skating in the winter and swimming in the sum- mer. Art is her favorite subject When I asked Joan what song she considered as her favorite, she said. “Over the Rainbow”, without taking time to ask herself. In answer to the food questions, she quickly exclaimed. Oh. vegetable soup and choc- olate milk! Joan has an unusual prized possession.; When I asked her to tell me what it was. she promptly replied. Wilma’s diary . Upon entering; the subject of boys” she looked at me a moment and then said. Oosh, I don’t know. Blustering into Mr. Bllbie's home room one third hour. I noticed a very attractive young lady sitting next to his desk. At a second glance I saw that it was none other than that sweet young lady I had come in contact with many times in the hall Cel lamae Tharp. I asked If I might take a few moments of her time for an interview, which she gladly consented to. She really isn’t fussy about her food, but admitted ice cream is her favorite. Being a freshman she is very fond of our school song. It seems at last, we have found a student who likes algebra, maybe it Is because she is look ing forward to becoming a dietitian, gaining her education at Michigan State. When I asked her how she likes school she said. Well, its a lot better than I thought it was going to be . On the subject of fellows she thinks they are alright in some cases. Sewing Is her hobby and she does plenty of It. She has a great dislike for unfriendly and snobbish people. Corridor Qossip Have you noticed the great increase of school spirit present everywhere about the halls, and at the games, and pep meetings, over last year's low standard? What prominent trio about school has resorted to square dancing? Ask Gloria Beebe. Eleanor lUj mond. or Howard Newsome. (Wonder who tb� fourth one was?) We are really proud of our new score-board down at the football field, together with that and oar exclusive public address system, we are actually able to understand what is going on. Here's a vote for one of the cutest couples in Charlotte High. Donald Jack Fields and Theo Jane Erickson. If you want to see a fine looking group of stu- dents. keep watch of Stevenson's show window Yes. they're the class of good old 40 . Do you know who the present Casanova II Is? None other than Clarence Squibb Remember the Four Bombers. Harlo Dewey. Rob Munger. Don Smith, and Milton Briggs, prominent in high school athletics about four years ago? Since then various groups have sprung up to take their places, but the popular group now is known as The Seven Sparks”, namely. Lynn Fowler. Bud Beechler. Fred Wieting. Jack Mate. Bud Ham- mond. Neil Clever, and Rube Snyder. I wonder how long it will be before Charles Wise will chance another round with Mr. Bilbie. We certainly have had some fine assemblies this year, thanks to Leone Haddix. Here's hoping that we can have many more. Our seniors are really ambitious this year. They have planned out many profitable ways to raise money for their trip, which is to be rather different this year. Chicago is their destination! Here's hoping they get there. Good luck kids. I wonder what Arthur Stewart thinks of Mary Lou’s sudden interest elsewhere. Talk about ambition, the juniors In Mrs Comb’s home room have sold over $120 worth of magazine subscriptions. That certainly will feast the seniors in fine style at the prom! I wonder what Wilma Barnes’ current interest in the navy is. Three guesses! Noticed Lee Willis walking down the street the other day with two little girls, one on either side, and each holding his hand. Let us In on It. Lee. or else share the wealth . Don’t you think Don Fields looks right sophistic- ated in those new specks—or. at least more scholar- ly? How many have dates for the prom? Have you noticed some of the boys’ flashy socks, especially Dick Tharp’s. Did you ever Jump to miss a mud puddle and land right in the middle of it? Well. Just ask Dick Tharp what happens when you have light shoes on! Bud” Beechler seems to be taking life seriously I these days. Isn't he. Rosemary? If you didn’t hear “Moe Braden’s little speech he gave a few weeks ago in home room, just ask him sometime what he thinks about himself. Your not at all conceited are you Moe”? This column is filled, however, so cheerio 'til | next time. Ten Easy Rules on School Etiquette 1. Always plan on being five or ten minutes late! 2. Never lock your lockers! It’s a good habit 3. Chew gum vigorously during classes! 4. Don’t remove your hat as you enter the school building! 5. Postively do not make way for a lady! 6. If possible avoid all hard work! 7. Forget yourself and continously cut up dur- ing student assemblies. 8. Save your money, by skimping on class dues’ 9. Win friends by being the freshest” thing in school. 10. Above all. neglect whatever is happening in your daily classes C. H. S. Eggs It seems that quite a few students have been wondering If the Journalism class Is starting a hatchery or laying eggs. The truth of the matter Is that C. H. S. Eggs means coming events. Literally it means eggs that have not hatched as yet. So look for the chickens when the date rolls around. ORANGE A BLACK Charlotte Orioles Swamp St. Johns Gobel Eleven Piles Up 24 Points In First Half Side jC nc C tatter Combining a strong passing and run- ning attack the Charlotte Orioles downed a losing hut hard fighting St. Johns eleven on the local field October 6. by the score of 30-0. Two minutes after the game had started, the Orioles scored their first touchdown on a twenty yard pass from Jim Spaniolo to Jack Mate. Later In the first period Charlotte tallied again, this time on a ten yard pass from Spaniolo to I,ynn Fowler. In the second quarter the Orange Black eleven scored two touchdowns, by means of a versatile attack. Climax ing a 50 yard drive Spaniolo smash- ed off-tackle for 20 yards and the Orioles third touchdown. Lynn Fow- ler’s seven yard run around end ac- counted for Charlotte’s fourth score. The Orioles scored their final touch- down In the third period on a one yard plunge through the center of the St. Johns line by Spaniolo. Char- lotte failed to place any of the fine chances for extra points. Charlotte substituted frequently throughout the game, but the St. Johns eleven did not gel any closer to the Charlotte goal line than the 35 yard line The line-up: Max Tullls. who received letters ; in football, basket hall, and track, while at Charlotte, has enrolled at | Alma College, where he is calling signals for the freshmen football squad. C. H. S. Have you noticed that In the three games played so far this season no opposing team has crossed the Char- lotte goal line? Keep up the good work gang. C. H. 8. Of the sixty boys that turned out for football this fall, eleven of them are veterans. They are: Jack Mate. Bob Huber. Bud Hammond. “Buck” Newsome. Rube” Snyder. Lyle Sterl- ing. Lynn Fowler. Bud Beechler. Bob Gunnison. Lyle Kane, and Jim Span iolo. Fight of these fellows are seniors and will graduate next spring. C. H. S. How did you like the broadcasting system at the St. Johns-Charlotte game? Gives the fans something to talk about when they hear such im- portant men as Junior Ty Tyson) Squibb and Jack (Harry Heilman) Smith announcing the games. C. H. 8. There's a rumor that the second team got beat Wednesday. October 11. after school. Is that right? ? ? ? ? Circuit Standings Assembly Offers Slow- Motion Football Preview The Girls’ Athletic Association pre- sented the assembly Friday, October 6. The girls from this organization staged a slow-motion preview of the football game to be played that after- noon with St. Johns as rivals. Leone Haddix acted as captain of the Char- lotte team, and Jean O’Dell as captain of the St. Johns team. During the rest period at the end of the first half. Mary King acted as a tap-dancing water boy. The band was also on re- view and during the half marched down the gymnasium, playing the school songs and making formations. Charlotte won the battle, and at the conclusion of the real game that same afternoon the prophecy proved to be nothing but the truth.” Betty Bruce served as program chair- man. and as referee of the game. Dur- ing the last portion of the hour a short pep meeting was held. The students were coached by the cheer leaders in some new yells and with the aid of the band William Austin directed the singing of the two school songs. Charlotte St. Johns After six weeks of school. statistics Wieting LE M. Seaming show that only four Class B teams Huber LT Lewis have played conference games. The Clever UG Smith league per cent is given In the list Newsome C Beach below. Gunnison RG Halit8key Won Lost Per Cent Hammond RT G!lli8on Charlotte 1 0 1,000 Mate RE R. Seaming Grand Ledge 1 0 1.000 Fowler QB D. Hefty Howell 1 0 1.000 Beechler HB Phelps F.aton Rapids 0 0 000 Spaniolo tlB H. Hefty Mason 0 0 000 Snyder FB Sabolo St. Johns 0 3 000 Referee—Hill (Illinois� Umpire—Johnston (Arizona) Their Interests being drawn farther — from home than the majority of the NOTICE— 939 graduating class. Dave Files and hange has been made in the To l Packard are going to Arizona and price of the tickets for the F. F. A. G« orgia; Dave to University of Arl- game feed. They are now on sale ol,u «nd Ted to Georgia Military at 35c each or three for a $1.00. school. Oriole Gridders To Meet Hastings In Night Game Sporting a three game winning streak the Charlotte Orioles will at- tempt to make it four straight over Hastings tomorrow night. Hastings held Charlotte to a scoreless tie last season on the Oriole field. The con- test will be played at 7:30 under a new set of fieldlights at Hastings. The Hastings eleven lost only four lettermen and will be a stubborn op- ponent for the Orange Black. Hastings will be the toughest team the Orioles have played against this ason. The probable lineups for the Orioles; will be: Mate. Wieting. ends: Huber. Hammond, tackles: Sterling. Clever. Page 3 Shumaker to Head FFA Replacing H. Newsome The F. F. A held a re-election of officers on Thursday. October 5. 1939, to fill the vacancy left by Howard Newsome, who resigned because he had too many points. The new offic- ers for the year are: Dale Shumaker, president; J. Allen Caughey. vice-pres- ident; Russell Bradley, secretary; James W’ood. treasurer; George Howe reporter; Ivan Thompson, farm watch dog; and Donald Grier, conductor. The annual F F. A. game feed is to i be held in the high school gymnasium on October 23. at 7:30 p. m. The members are divided Into two teams, each team being lead by a captain. George Howe is captain of the Mich- igan Cottontails and James Wood Is the captain of the Michigan Ringnecks. Kach team is composed of sixteen members. The side earning the least points is to wash the dishes. Points are awarded on the follov - ing: Wild duck and wild goose. 10; wild pheasant and wild grouse. 5; wild rabbit 3; domestic rabbit and poultry. 1. Members of the teams are also awarded twenty-five points for bring- ing both parents or ten points If they bring only one. The chapter is taking orders for cider, .which is made from the apples they harvested from an orchard east of town. YOUNGS JEWELRY SHOP HAMILTON ELGIN - BULOVA WATCHES GIFTS FOR ALL OCCASIONS FRED A. RICHEY Co. Dry Goods, Ready-to-Wear and Rugs Stevenson Stidio For BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS GREEN MEADOWS CHICKEN or STEAK DINNERS Served Complete for 65c LUNCHES and SANDWICHES A Good Place to Hold Your Parties Charlotte Phone Main 7111-F4 Have Your Car Winterized AT Baum’s Service Station Lawrence A Oliver St. Call Main 63 SHELDEN SANDERS LUMBER COMPANY LUMBER. COAL. COKE and BUILDERS' SUPPLIES PAINTS and VARNISHES CHARLOTTE CAFE The Home of Good Food. We serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Phone Main 306 CORONA-ZEPHR 75c Weekly GOOD USED TYPEWRITERS MORNING STAR NOE RADIO ELECTRIC SERVICE For Reliable Radio A Electric Repair Call at 237 N. Sheldon Phone Main 788 LUMBER - COAL Phone Main No. 9 WOODWARD PASTEURIZED MILK - CREAM - CHOCOLATE MILK CHEESE BUTTER Phone Main 254_______________ ____W. B. Sterling Happy Landing” for any flight into -► PrinHnq with our experienced staff at tha controls McGrath-DeFoe Co. Phone Main 26 PUKKNIM OP THI MPUBLIClh 'ailUhl Page 4 ORANGE A BLACK Orange And Black Forfeits News Indianapolis. Indiana The Arsenal Cannon, newspaper of the Arsenal tech schools, has been awarded the International Honor Rat- ing in the Quill and Scroll 1939 Criti- cal Service. This is the highest honor obtainable and was awarded to Tech for its outstanding achievements in high school Journalism. Waldron. Ohio Kleanore Toutant. graduate of C. H. S. and now a teacher in Waldron high, has charge of the junior and senior English class who write and edit the school paper. Blue and Gold. Waldron high exchange puts forth a good suggestion. Why not patronize our advertisers? Lansing. Michigan Victor Spaniolo. graduate of C. H. S.. who has been receiving big honors for his scholastic achievements at State, has been named graduate manager of the “Michigan State News.” the paper published by the students at State. Bay City. Michigan The Centralia, put out by Central High features a Who’s Who column How about the Orange and Black hav- ing one? The first edition features Vallender Syring. 1939 Soap Box Derby Champion of Ray City. Mr. Syring attends Central and his chief interest is physics. The Centralia also carried a picture of an interesting personnage, and after rummaging through some old papers and making a few telephone calls, it has been discovered that J. Harry Adams, principal of Ray City’s Central high, has quite a family back- ground right here in Charlotte. His grandmother. Mrs. R. Mart Buck, graduate of '73 is the oldest living graduate of Charlotte high school and with her daughter. Mrs. Lena Buck Adams, mother of J. Harry, and an- other grandson Colonel R. Adams, form three generations of C. H. S. Alumni. Mrs. Buck was present at the dedication services when the foun- dation of the new school was laid in ’36 and exclaimed that the first school built in 1869 had served the students up to that time. Mrs. Buck also stated that in reality. “I never really graduated. but being one of the strongest members of the class, later received a membership to the alumni association. The schools were not graded until 1871 and It was not their fault that diplomas were not awarded until 1874. Mrs. Buck, with Harry’s father and mother still resides in Charlotte, which has been her home since the age of twelve. Club Album School clubs began their meetings for the year October 2. This year's club schedule will be the same as last. There will be two groups, which will meet alternately on Monday nights from 7:30 to 8:30 p. m. The clubs in group number one are: “C club. Footllghteers. Speedwriters. and Campfire Girls. Group two con- sists of the Girl Reserves. Hi-Y. Travel club, and Science club. “C CLUB The C club, under the supervision of Malcolm Gobel. held Its first meet- ing October 2. Officers for the coming year were elected They are: Clar- ence Squibb, president: Bud Ham- mond. vice-president; Fred Wletlng. secretary: and Jim Spaniolo. treas- urer. Plans to make money for the com- ing year were suggested. The club’s present activities Include an assembly to be given in the near future. FOOTLIGHTEERS The Footlighteers held their first meeting October 2. for the purpose of selecting new members. Try-outs, consisting of a reading and a panto- mime. were given by each student who wished to Join the club. Out of the sixteen that tried out. the following people were admitted: Patricia Beechler. Frances Higby. Vada Miller. Jane Mulholland. Rose- mary Parkhurst. Barbara Watter- worth. Etta Mae Goff, and Willard Mikesell. As there are still some vacancies for boys, those who are interested may try out October 30. SPEEDWRITERS The Speedwriters held a party in room 211. October 16. All new mem- bers were initiated. Anyone having an A in typing, a B” in first year shorthand, or taking second year shorthand was eligible. Virginia Bryan was chairman of the invitations committee. The officers for this year are: Wil- ma Barnes, president: Wanda Scott, vice-president; and Virginia Bryan, secretary. There is a vacancy for treasurer, because the one elected had to resign because of too many points. CHARLOTTE CANDY COMPANY JOHN COLIZZI Shoes Dyed Any Color With Non-Poison Dye RENU SHOE SHOP SAM VITALE A. C. Cheney Funeral Home PIANO TUNING BY L. G. ARNOLD, Battle Creek Fully Qualified 17 Years Experience Carlisle Radio A Music Service Phone Main 288 FREE ZENITH 6-TUBE RADIO EVERY SATURDAY A Ticket With Every 25c Spent WOOD’S DRUG STORE Where friends meet and leave more friendly” HI-Y The first regular meeting of the Charlotte Hi-Y boys was held Mon- day evening. October 9. Visitors and old members were present. Bob Hu- ber. president of the club, called the meeting to order, and after a short business meeting Bob gave a report on Camp Hayo-Went-Ha. which he at- tended this summer. Gordon Cheney, vice-president, was program chairman and asked the group for suggestions for the year’s program Mr. McCall, the adviser, led the group in a discussion about leader- ship. and the qualities of a leader. Fred Young, secretary and treasurer, told about the District HI-Y Confer- ence. which was held at Albion. It was then decided that the purpose of the next meeting should be to com- plete plans for the coming year nnd it would be held at the home of Mr. McCall. In closing. Mr. McCall lead the group in singing. TRAVEL CLUB The Travel club met Monday night. October 9. and elected officers for the year. They are: Esther Kelly, pres- ident: Lucile Goldman, vice-president; Norma Smith, secretary, and Julianne Morey, treasurer. The club’s plans for the year in- clude two trips, one each semester; and a hay ride, which will take place in the near future. Tonight. October 19. the members will have a weiner roast at the spring on the Rattle Creek road. GIRL RESERVES At the Girl Reserve meeting held October 9. plans for a party October 16. were discussed. The committee for making the plans for the party Fruit Vegetables Groceries BOB’S MARKET - ■.. -J- 1 ■ - ■ - 1 1 ! Student Council Changes Date of Parents’ Night The Student Council has chnnged the annual Parents’ night from the spring of the year to the fall; the date of which Is November 9. This date was thought suitable because it is during the American Educational week. There is to be a speaker and other plans are being made by a committee consisting of Betty Weaver. Bethel Keefer, and “Ike Frace. is: Frances Higby. chairman. Gloria Beebe, and Justine Malcutt. The club decided to purchase pins and then work for rings later. The committee appointed to secure In- formation about the pins is: Gloria Routisvllle, chairman, and Doreno Snoke. BIBLE STUDY Dr. Lester Sevener plans to conduct a question-box for the Bible Study class In the near future. Questions concerning life, health, and spiritual problems have been writ- ten by the pupils and turned in to Dr. Sevener. When he visits the class he will answer these questions. Reverend R. J. Fields, pastor of the First Baptist church, was the Bible class’s first speaker. He presented a survey of the Bible. Vaughn and Ragsdale HAS IT FOR LESS Swank Sets Costume Jewelry for Young Men for Young Ladies See Our New Fall Lines W. E. WRIGHT JEWELRY GIFTS ----. ■ .. Flour-Feed-Seeds LATEST STYLES IN SWEATERS and SKIRTS HATS and GOWNS PACKARD’S MILL JESSIE G. STINE FROCK SHOP R. W. Carr Gran. Co. MONUMENTS MARKERS MAUSOLEUMS 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE MAIN 200 Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS SUPER SERVICE Cor. Lawrence A Bostwlck Aves. - Lansing 8t. Carlisle Radio and Music Service (Over the Jerrold Store) Solicits Your Patronage SELMER. GRETSEH A PEDLER INSTRUMENTS REEDS. STRINGS. ETC. INSTRUMENTS REPAIRED HEADQUARTERS FOR SPORTING GOODS Spencer Company Trim Maroons Tomorrow ORANGE BLACK Sanior� To Sponsor Psp Danes THE CHARHIAN Volume 14 CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY. NOVEMBER 2, 1939 ISSUE 3 Council Changes Parents’ Night Date Orioles To Play Islanders Nov. I 1 Charlotte To Fight For Poeeeooion Of Prized “Little Brown Jug November 11. the Charlotte Oriole football team will invade the strong- hold of the Eaton Rapids Islanders. The teams will be battling for pos- session of the little brown Jug , which is at present in the possession of the Islanders. Last year, the Eaton Rapids lads nosed out the local eleven in the final minutes of the game by the score of 3-7. The fighting Orioles will go into the game trying to avenge the defeat banded to them by the Maroon and Gray last year. The Islanders have twenty-two let- ter men on their roster this year, while the Orioles have had to build their team from inexperienced ma- terial. But despite this handicap, the team has shown much power. Up to this time neither team has lost a con- ference tilt. The following figures give a record of previous years: Year C. H. S. E. R. H. S. 1928 32 0 1929 7 6 1930 6 19 1931 0 54 1932 0 28 1933 i 0 1934 7 12 1935 6 0 1936 12 16 1938 7 8 1939 j The probable line-up for Charlotte is as follows: Wietlng LE Mate RE Huber LT Fowler Q Clever LG Beechler RH Newsome C Spaniolo LH Gunnison RG Snyder F Hammond RT While Charlotte was defeating Howell 19-0 Friday of last week. Eaton Rapids was defeating Mason 25-7. Neither of the teams, which will clash on the Islanders’ gridiron Armistice Hay. have lost a conference game. Students of C. H. S. To Sponsor Pep Meeting Charlotte high school students will engage in a very spirited pep meet- ing. November 10. in back of the high school, the eve previous to the big Armistice Day game, between the well known rivals. Eaton Rapids and Charlotte. A large bonfire will be built and short pep talks by Clyde Fulton. Doc Latchaw. Coach Gobel and members of the football squad will be given. The band will play the school aongs. and cheers and a snake dance will follow. The seniors are to sponsor a short dance in the gym after the game. Student Council Nov. 9 Is Date Mr� . Leora Weymouth, adviser, Russell Oeland. William Watson. Richard Sanders, Philip Sherman. Howard Newsome. Harry Stucky. Second Row: Ella Norris. Robert Paton. Donald Orier, Clarence Squibb. Philip Frace, Richard Davis, Betty Weaver. Harlan McCall, adviser. Sitting: Maurlne Nielsen. Jean Riddle. Doris Mason, Kathleen Mikesell, Jack Mate. Jerry Fulton. Bethel Keefer. Soph Home Room 2 I I Presents Three-Act Skit Home Talent and Pep Meeting Feature Assembly Program A Royal Tragedy.” a three-act skit, was a feature of the assembly Friday, j October 27. which was sponsored by I Miss Patricia Verdler’s home room 211. The cast was: Robert Davis, king; Frances Rybnikar. queen; Joyce Smith, princess; Willard Mikesell, prince. For musical entertainmeut. Maxine Paton gave a guitar solo. The Merry Widow’ Waltz ; Frances Merritt play- ed Swing In the Wood on her flute, and Lucille Whitinger gave Whisper- ing Hope. Little Sir Echo.” and Yellow Rose of Texas on the piano. Following this. Dorothy Sharp and Christine Hoover played two duets on a Spanish guitar and a electrical Ha- waiian guitar, respectively. The Beer Barrel Polka and a medley were the 'wo selections. A short pep meeting was presented at the first of the hour, during which Mr. Paul Bond and Howard Newsome gave short talks on the football team. Following them. Mr. William Powers invited the students of Charlotte high school to attend the annual Hallo- ween party. Halloween Parade, Dance Given For Students Assembling in their classrooms Tuesday afternoon, students in the elementary schools donned their cos- tumes and passed before the judges. The best and most original costumes were given awards. They then inarched to the courthouse nnd all schools formed In the parade to the high school, where three hours of movies wrere shown. Junior Advisers Decide On Play Fowler, Wilcox, Parkhurst Lead Play Cast Junior aotors are scheduled to ap- nea r Friday evening. December 1. at S: 15 in the auditorium to present the annual junior play to raise money for the Junior-senior prom. The play Grumpy”, written by Horace Hodges and T. Wigney Per-, cyval. is a four-act mystery comedy. The play “Grumpy”, concerns a! man. who runs his household strict-1 : ly. and is called “Grumpy”. When Er- ! nest Heron is knocked out In the1 first act. the mystery begins. The leading parts are taken by Lynn Fowler. Willis Wilcox, and Rosemary Parkhurst. William Aus- tin Is directing the play, while Mrs. Alleen Combs is in charge of the cos- tumes and Russell Steffens the stage setting. Jerry Fulton and Bar- bara Waterworth are prompters. Re- hearsals began Tuesday. October 17. The following cast was selected by William Austin and Mrs. Alleen Combs from thirty, who tried out. Andrew Bullivant--------Willis Wilcox Ernest Heron......_.....Lynn Fowler i Ruddoch..............Robert Rauser Mr. Jarvis..............Lester Blsel j Valentine Wolfe.........Stanley Burt Dr. McClaren...................... Max Hosmer Keble .............-...Philip Sherman Merridew...-......Carroll Stringham Dawson...............Charles Briggs Virginia Bullivant.......... Rosemary Parkhurst Susan........-.................Frances Higby Mrs. McClaren...........Marilyn Orr In the evening, the junior and sen- ior high school students had a par ade. and their costumes were judged In the auditorium. The films were again shown and a dance followed. Of Annual Event Dr. H. B. Masters To Address Audience In Assembly The student council of Charlotte high school will present the annual parents night program on Thursday. November 9. during American Educa- tional Week. The plan for parents' night this year I is somewhat different from that of past years. Formerly it has been held in May. while this year It is to be in the fall. Mr. McCall says. “This Is a much better time for parents’ night, because it gives the parents and teachers a better chance to be- come acquainted earlier In the school year. Also, there are many more ac- tivities in May. and the students are j very busy. Open house will be held from 7:30 to 8:30. the main program starting at |S:45 in the auditorium. The guest speaker for this occasion is to be Dr. H. B. Masters, who is associated with the Kellogg Founda- tion and University of Michigan. Dr. Masters’ talk will be Education for Community Responsibility. Music will be furnished by the band and the boys’ glee club which will sing. Water Boy and Beautiful Dreamer. Vada Miller will give a reading. The committee for the program is: Bethel Keefer, chairman. Betty Weav- er. and Philip Frace. Seniors Start Christmas Sales to Meet Expenses All seniors have been given sample boxes of Christmas cards and Christ- mas wrappings to obtain orders. A party will be given for the home room selling the most boxes. This will be sponsored by the other two rooms. All orders are expected to be filled by December 1. Engraved cards, assorted cards, and a box of wrappings sell at one-dollar each, and another box of cards at sixty cents. The profit on these boxes will be used for the annual senior class trip which is always taken at the end of the year. r—————————————————— — ----■ j Dots-N - Dashes Nov. 3—Mason. here. (Come on team fight) Nov. 9—Parent Night. (Show the folks around) Nov. 10—Legion Assembly. (Lest we forget) Nov. 10—Pep dance. (Swing with the jitterbugs) Nov. 11—Eaton Rapids, there. (More power to them) Page 2 ORANGE A BLACK (ft—ksrffi� 4SS0O ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Quill and Scroll International First Place II Award. '35. ’36, '37, ’38 Subscription Rates. $.75 Executive Board Staff Publisher ....................Howard Newsome Managing Editor ...................Vada Miller Kditor-in-Chief .................Shirley Bring Business Manager ................Leone Haddtx Advertising Manager.....................Gordon Cheney Faculty Adviser ........................Harlan McCall Reporters .............Rest of Journalism Class Our School Library Has it ever occurred to use the convenience of having a school library? We are blessed with an exceedingly fine selection of books, to which new ones are ever being added. A variety of the best magazines are also subscribed to by the school for our benefit. We need not be a bookworm to enjoy the many varieties of profitable reading. The library contains some of the best encyclo- pedias and reference books to be found in the city. The well known “Encyclopedia Britannica has had a slow but remarkable development. Its first publications were begun in England, at an early date, with only a few books In the set. New mater- ial has been added and new books supplemented at intervals until now it is one of the most ex- tensive works of its kind. Let's make an effort to acquaint ourselves with the library's completeness. If we find extra time during our study periods let's pick out a good book from the shelves. If we choose with discretion, we will have no trouble in becoming interested in our selection. Reading broadens our outlook on life and makes us more tolerant and congenial. A good book is a friend and by the size of the library we have a good many friends. Teachers Reveal Talent Charlotte teachers made the most of the op- portunity Thursday evening. October 19. to dis- play their acting ability before a crowd of over 800. We are sure that they surprised many of their friends and pupils with the talent which had not hertofore. been revealed to us. Mr. Brown, as the villain in The Man in the Bowler Hat. was properly booed by the audience when he made his Initial entry. Wearing a huge black fur coat, top hat. earmuffs. and boots, he came creeping backward onto the stage through one door, and after examining the room, went out another. William Austin, director of the play, drew many laughs from the crowd. Miss Mar- garet Johnson and Richard Bilbie proved beyond a doubt that actions speak louder than words. The villian’s henchman. W:lford Rohlfs showed he could be a very desperate character if need be. You agriculture students may do well to remem- ber this. We would like to know the brand of ci- gars Mr. Jay Dykhouse smokes while at rehearsal. The Wedding Gift. directed by Miss Marion Netthorpe. may have taught our principal. Harlan McCall, to select the wedding gift himself and not rely on anyone else’s decision. We wonder if Wendell Anderson's phenomlnal rocking-chair laugh may not go down in history. We hope Miss Rose l aeder finds her wedding gift list before any other such embarrassing situation arises. Miss Nina Shotwell. Mrs Frances Wildera, Mrs. Marena Kiplinger, and Miss Patricia Verdier gave a delightful interpretation of elderly society ladies ir Ever Young. directed by Miss Winifred Wells. Music was furnished between plays by Miss Marion Nelthorpe. Miss Dorotha Onweller. Miss Margaret Johnson, and Arnold Koch. We sincerely hope that we may have more pro- ductions like these in the future, that is. If all the teachers who took part aren't In Hollywood by that time. If brains were dynamite the average student wouldn't have enough to blow his nose. If you can t laugh at the jokes of the age. laugh at the age of the Jokes. Armistice Day, 1939 Who will be victor in the traditional Eaton Rapids game. November 11? C. H. S. students have already made up their minds as to the out- come. A special position is reserved for the little brown Jug” In our show case. So keep watch for the addition of this trophy to our many others. C. H. S. Prepares For War The pep meeting preceding the Eaton Rapids game is one of the biggest events of the whole year. It is to be worked out in an even more enthusiastic style this year. This is when the spirit of old C. H. S. really blazes sky high. Eaton Rapids' hopes are burned in effigy in a bonfire that flames almost as high, followed by pep talks, rousing cheers, and music by the band. The en- thusiastic crowd then forms a snake dance The celebration will be continued with a dance in the gym. The seniors are in charge of this and all money received is to go toward their senior trip. Everyone Is invited and urged to attend this big event Friday night. November 10. This Progressive Whirl Over the week end some of us made plans and sincerely intended to follow them. As things turn- ed out we didn't accomplish quite what we had expected. However, we did do something -enough to keep “Prevaricator from being our middle name. The following is proof in black and white that our plans and accomplishments did strike some- where near a happy medium. Planned: We'd read Old Curosity Shop . Did: Read the funny papers. Planned: We'd try our skill at sketching. Did: The cover of the telephone book is a master- piece. Planned: We'd buy a Model T with the money we saved from the Job. Did: Start a bicycle fund. Planned: We’d paint some of the furniture. Did: We heard antiques were back in style, any- way Planned: We’d get news reports for government class. Did: Saw the newsreel at the theater. Planned: We’d get supper for mother. Did: Set the table. Planned: We'd get all our home work caught up. Did: Out of notebook paper anyway ! Planned: We’d write this column. ' I)'d: Made an attempt. Listenin' In Louder. please—I can't hear a word you're say- , ing. Slower than that, all your sentences are run- ning together. Try again now. There you have it. Now start all over again and put some expression in your lines. Yes. those are the very words of William Austin, who now has the direction of the first act of the junior play well under way. He has given the cast a definite idea of each char- acter as well as many laughs, by dramatizing and exaggerating the lines and actions of each The rehearsals have been held on the Junior high stage every school night from 7:30 to 9:30. Every- one has been on time except Carrol Stringham. who was one whole minute late. Wednesday night. With only the necessary properties, which at present are a few chairs and a blackboard dia- gram of the stage setting, the play will progress with one act a week, leaving two weeks for rehear- sal of the entire four acts. Over The Line Those who have been fortunate enough to at- tend this season's football games have hud the privilege of seeing a dashing young senior go crashing through the line, skirt the end. and setH many would-be tacklers flying to the ground You must all know by this time that we are referring to none other than that popular member of th« team. Rube” Snyder. It is rumored that “Rube was seen crossing Hastings' goal line three times on the night of October 20. between 7:30 and 9:00. At the half when Rube” was asked to make some statement about the game, he decided that he would like to make two more touchdowns in the last half—he did make one—but other than that, he would make no comment until the end of the game Dirty but happy. Rube was patting everyone on the back In the locker room following the game He said he had enjoyed playing because good sportsmanship prevailed throughout the contest. Raymond's two great ambitions are to help the team go unscored on. and to bring back the little brown Jug from Eaton Rapids. For the past three years Snyder has been giving his all for C. H. S. on the football team. He would like to continue his athletic career at Alma col- lege next fall, to train to become a high school coach. Climbing Upwards “There’s always room at the top. Stanley Raidle. a prominent lawyer of Charlotte, has prov- ed that his motto is well worth following. The commercial law class was visited by this well-known attorney Thursday. October 5. Mr. Raidle received his schooling through the grades and high school In Charlotte. After grad- uation. he attended Albion College, but transfer- red to Ferris Institute, after which he became a rural teacher for a year. His law training was ac- quired at the Detroit College of Law. While in high school. Mr. Raidle did not confine himself to school books alone. He participated in the band, orchestra, and glee club, as well as de- bating and oratorical contests. The junior play. The Yellow Colt. in which he took part, was written and directed by E. John Kuhn, who was then secretary of the community association and is now a teacher in Detroit. In his senior year, he was one of the cast in an operetta. The Pirate’s Daughter. and held the position of editor for the Delphian, the year book at that time. Mr. Raidle is an example of a student who. while participating In many school activities, retnlned his scholastic standings, and his accomplishments point out the opportunity for others to make a name for themselves Why Bring That Up— —No one realizes what he looks like until he sees himself framed. —Kenny Bruce, as a freshman, made a basket for the wrong team. —Those good times we were having before report cards came out. —Juniors and seniors are selling magazines, cards, and Jello. —Mr. Van Vessem hasn't found a hair growing tonic. —Our band had so few members four years ago —Mrs. Kiplinger. Miss Johnson, and Gloris Rounsville received tickets for improper parking on Horatio avenue. —The Locker Room Bachelors’ club is break- ing up a number of social events. —Willie Wilcox spent an hour trying to untie the knots in his clothes after leaving his gym locker open. Little Willie locks his locker now. —One evening a little freshman, leaving the theater ran into a number of sophomore boys and was escorted to the water tank at the corner of Harris and Cochrane. —We're all growing older if not up: ask Lee Willis. —Bud Beechler at one time thought that a drafting machine used In drawing was an instru- ment In choosing men for the army —The tempting and nearly starving odor which Is made by the cooking class contrasted with the ones from the chemistry lab. ORANGE BLACK Page 3 Charlotte Orioles Beat Howell 19-0 The Charlotte Orioles defeated Howell in a hard fought battle last Friday afternoon on the Highlanders’ gridiron to the tune of 19-0. This makes the fifth victory of the season, and no team has yet crossed the Char- lotte goal line. In the first quarter Howell kicked off to Charlotte, Span- lolo taking the ball to the thirty yard line. Charlotte worked the ball to the two yard 1 ne on a series of plunges and end runs, but was unable to put It over. After the ball was exchanged between teams. Span lolo threw a pass to Male, who scored the first touchdown. Ham- mond kicked the extra point. A few minutes later Rube Snyder plunged through the line for the second mark- er. making the score 13-0 at the end of the half. Beginning the second half Stringham replaced Spaniolo at left half. Stringham made some beau- tiful end runs, but due to the lack of a kicker Spaniolo came back In the game. During the third quarter Snyder plunged over for his second touchdown making the score 19-0. From then on the game was a see-saw duel between both teams. Late in the fourth quarter Charlotte had the ball deep in Howell's territory, but the game ended 19 0 In favor of Charlotte. The line up was as follows: Charlotte Position Howell Welting LE Haken Clever LT Hlnderliten Sterling LG Cramston Newsome C Silver Huber RG McCook Hammond RT Miller Mate RE Van Blarscum Fowler Q Bain Spaniolo LH Arnold Beechler R 1 Sandling Snyder FB Bennett Reserves: Charlotte — Stringham. Wilcox. Hnine . Bisel. Kane. Gunnison. Wal- ters. Howell—Pettibone. Hon. Stacky. Sherwood. Why not have a happy birthday column in our school paper? Side jC 'ne Chatter Don Smith, who participated in football, basketball, track, and base- ball four years at good old C. H. S.. has been elected captain of the Alma college football squad for the current season. C. H. S. Lyle Sterling, better known as Ben to the fellows, has been try- ing to run Bud Beechler a little competition the past week at the position of halfback. Go to It Ben! C. H. S. The Charlotte eleven showed their strength at Hastings by avenging de- feats in the past years, opening a hole for Rube Snyder, who went over for three touchdowns. C. H. 8. The third and fourth teams will Journey to Hastings. Monday, to par- ticipate in a practice game with the Blue and Gold B team. The game is scheduled for 4:00. F. F. A. Chapter Holds Parent-Son Game Feed The Charlotte F. F. A. chapter held their annual parent and son game feed Monday. October 23. 1939. The main speaker for the evening was Jack Dunn, who came from Hawaii and is now a senior at Mich- igan Stale college. His talk was on the social and economic life of Hawaii. Russell Bradley, who was delegate from Charlotte to Kansas City, told of his trip. He presented many ideas which will help the Charlotte chapter •n planning its year's program. Bob Hauser: “How are you getting along since your mother's been away? Jack Fields: Oh. life Is much less complicated. 1 can now put on my socks from either end. Swank Sets Costume Jewelry for Young Men for Young Ladies See Our New Fall Linea W. E. WRIGHT JEWELRY GIFTS Shoes Dyed Any Color With Non-Poison Dye RENU SHOE SHOP SAM VITALE R. W. Carr Gran. Co. MONUMENTS - MARKERS MAUSOLEUMS 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan FOR THAT PARTY GET YOUR DONUTS FROM JO AT KROGERS LATEST STYLES IN SWEATERS and SKIRTS HATS and GOWNS JESSIE G. STINE FROCK SHOP CARNESTAVERN SUNDAY DINNERS BANQUET FACILITIES FREE ZENITH 6-TUBE RAOIO EVERY SATURDAY A Ticket With Every 25c Spent WOOD’S DRUG STORE “Where friends meet and leave more friendly” NOE RADIO ELECTRIC SERVICE For Reliable Radio A Electric Repair Call at 237 N. Sheldon Phone Main 788 Charlotte Downs Hastings Team Snyder Is Main Factor In Squad’s Victory The Charlotte Orioles defeated Hastings high school by the score of 19-0 Friday. October 20. in a non-con- ference game. The Orioles kicked off to the Blue and Gold, but a partly blocked punt gave the ball to Char- lotte on Hastings' 40 yard line. Two runs, a pass, a penalty, and another run accounted for the first touchdown by Rube” Snyder. Bud” Hammond kicked the extra point. A short time later the Orioles block- ed a punt to get possession of the ball on Hastings' 25 yard line. From there they went on to score the second touchdown, with Snyder again carry- ing the ball. The try for the extra point failed. The Orioles scored again in the third period after Hastings yielded the ball to Charlotte on downs. Snyder went over from the one yard line for his third marker of the game. The extra point was no good. The blocking was exceptionally good on all of these touchdown marches with full co-operation of every man on the team. The line-ups consisted of: Charlotte Position Hasintgs Wietlng LE •Clark Huber LT Smith Clever LG Hobbs •Newsome C McDonald Sterling RG Johnson Hammond RT Bliss Mate RE Bush Fowler Q Sothard Spaniolo LH Keeler JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE MAIN 200 Fowler Chevrolet Sales Inc. Orioles to Battle Mason In Home Game Tomorrow Charlotte football team will engage ! on the local gridiron tomorrow, in a j battle with the Mason Maroons. The game will be played at 3:30 p. m. The Mason eleven had lost only i one game up to last Friday, to one of the parochial schools in Jackson. They will promise to be one of the most stubborn opponents the local boys will face this season. The Charlotte Orioles defeated the Maroons last year by the score of 19-0. The Mason eleven will be fight- ing hard to avenge their last year's defeat. Daffy Nitlons Football—bottom of foot. Football coach—car for football to ride in. Pass—what most of us do when playing bridge. Punt—lousy joke. Quarterback—refund of twenty-five cents. (The Central Luminary) Beechler RH Rogers Snyder F Whitmore Captains—• Substitutes were: Charlotte: Haines. Wilcox. Walters. Gunnison, and Bisel. Hastings: Ennis. and Adclock. The officials for the game were: Referee. H. C. Hackney: umpire. A. C. Nanman; head linesman. R. Todish. HEADQUARTERS FOR Sporting Goods Spencer Company A. C. Cheney Funeral Home CHARLOTTE CAFE The Home of Good Food. We serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Phone Main 306 Call Main 63 SHELDEN SANDERS LUMBER COMPANY LUMBER. COAL. COKE and BUILDERS' SUPPLIES PAINTS and VARNISHES Fruit Vegetables Groceries BOB'S MARKET PIANO TUNING BY L. G. ARNOLD. Battle Creek Fully Qualified 17 Years Experience Carliale Radio Music Service Phone Main 288 Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS SUPER SERVICE Cor. Lawrence Bostwick Avea. - Lansing St. Page 4 ORANGE BLACK Dorene Snoke Tops First Honor Roll With All A s 77 on dat 7 i e ht The girls lead the boys in the first marking period of the year forty-six to seventeen. Twenty-one seniors appear on the honor roll, while the Juniors follow with fourteen. The honor students are as follows: Home room 303: Eleanor Raymond. Wanda Scott. Dorene Snoke (all A's), Jim Spaniolo. Dodge Williams, and Helen Yaw. Home room 302: Hazel Adams. Helen Akas. Shirley Bring. Jean Cott- rell. Norman Dodge, and Lucile Gold- man. Home room 203: Julia Grier, Elma Klaiss. Julia Lewis. Jack Mate. Kath- leen Mikesell. Vada Miller. Howard Newsome. Jane Peters, and Esther Kelly. Home room 307: Marilyn Canfield, Donald Fields, and Lynn Fowler. Home room 210: Dwight Haines. Frances Hlgby. Max Hosmer. Doris Mason. Harold Mayhew. Marilyn Orr, and Rosemary Parkhurst. Home room 111: Arlene Stanke, La Greta Strickland, and Juliette Stucky. Home room 211: Dorothy Sharp. Betty Weaver. Bruce Garlinghouse, and Clara Shumaker. Home room 205: Annabelle I atorre. and Doraln Hettmansperger. Home room 152: Florence Boyd. Harold Cherry, and Shirley Clay. Home room 306: Betty Schovlll. Home room 204: Iris Olmstead, and Pauline Marisch. Home room 151: David Shaull, Jack Snow, and Fay Upright. Home room 154: Shirley Mate, and Dorothy Middaugh. Home room 250: Constance Beebe. Esther Jones. June Mayhew. Dale Smith, and Joan Barnes. Home room 252; Reta Bracy, Corta Farrier. Clara Mae Morey. Maurina Nielsen. Erma Ranbeau. Betty Sum- erix. Hi-Y On November 6. the Hi-Y, under the leadership of Harlan McCall, will hold a formal introduction ceremony for the new members of the organi- zation. The new members of the club are as follows: Stanley Burt, Lynn Fowler. Philip Williams. Raymond Snyder, Lyle Kane. Carroll Stringham. Phil- ip Sherman. Robert Rauser. Howard Newsome. Willis Wilcox. James Spaniolo. Max Hosmer. Ike Frace. Jack Mate, and Robert Gidner. The laws governing the club were put into effect at a previous meeting. They Include the rule of being absent more than twice in succession and the dues to be paid by club members. Plans for recreation were also made for this winter, such as swim- ming in the pool at Rattle Creek, and a nancake fry at the Jim Wood farm. The Potterville Hl-Y has been in- vited to be guests at the next meet- ing. GIRL RESERVES The Girl Reserves held a Hallo- ween party at the home of Jane Peters Monday night. October 23. This party was held in the garage, which was decorated for the occasion and all came dressed In costume. The girls’ fortunes were told after which they danced to music furnished by a phonograph. Stunts were performed and prizes awarded for the best. SCIENCE CLUB The second meeting of the science club was held Monday. October 23. at the high school. The work of the camera was the topic of discussion. The club decided to have the club picture in this year’s Charhian. Now I lay me down to sleep. The lecture’s dry: the subject deep. If he should quit before I wake, give me a poke for goodness sake! (School Press of America) Mr. Van Vessem (entering room): Order. Order! Clarence Squibb (absent-minded): Egg sandwiches, please. Stanley B.— Where do you bathe?” Fred W.— In the spring. Stan B.— I asked where, not when.” Charlotte Production Credit Association LOANS TO FARMERS Interest Rate 4 2% Per Annum L. L. JOHNSON LUMBER CO. CORONA-ZEPHR 75c Weekly GOOD USED TYPEWRITERS MORNING STAR WOODWARD PASTEURIZED MILK - CREAM - CHOCOLATE MILK CHEESE BUTTER Phone Main 254_ W. B. Sterling (l MesnAje i... k mcgrath-Defoe co. P lintel 4 When you want a job of printing without fuss or feathers; or something fancy In colors. We are specialists In all kinds. We Miss Them So Eva Jeanne Kiplinger. '37. transfer- red from M. S. C. to Evanston. Illinois. Altavene Swartout. '38. has enrolled at Emanuel Missionary college. Ber- rien Springs. Victor Spaniolo. 33. Is the graduate manager of the Michigan State News. Dorothy Otto. '37. is the advertising manager of the Acorn at the Black- stone college for girls. Rlackstone, Virginia. Teachers Search Town During Scavenger Hunt Charlotte teachers were feted with a progressive dinner on October 26. The main part of the meal was serv- ed in the home economics room. Then they were divided into groups, which were sent out to search the town for odd and rare articles for the scavenger hunt. In an hour they met at the Foebel school for dessert after w-hich they were given another list of articles , for an hour of hunting. They gathered at the Grammar school for refreshments, which con- sisted of cider and doughnuts. Prizes for the scavenger hunt were given to four groups headed by Miss Wells. Mrs. Wildern. Mr. Steffens and Mrs. Combs. Mr. and Mrs. McCall and Miss Wells won prizes for the best cos- tumes. Vaughn and Ragsdale HAS IT FOR LESS A P PEANUT BUTTER KISSES 2 LBS 15c GREEN MEADOWS CHICKEN or STEAK DINNERS Served Complete for 65c LUNCHES and SANDWICHES A Good Place to Hold Your Parties Charlotte Phone Main 7111-F4 Flashes Here and There Miss Elizabeth Kreiger, former home economics teacher of Charlotte high school, is teaching clothing and home management at Michigan State college. Miss Kreiger will live at the Halladuy house (Michigan State News) Students in the Pontiac high school band have decided to revive their orlg inal school song. The Orange and Black.” (State Highlights. Kalama- zoo) Test pilot: “A wing came off; then another. Girl (goggle-eyed): ’T-thcn w-w-w- what did you do?” Test pilot: ”1 polished off a drum stick and helped myself to some white meat.” (Moncton News) CHARLOTTE CANDY COMPANY JOHN COLIZZI BALL ROOM CLASSES GRANGE HALL 8 P. M. - 75c Couple - 50c 8ingle EUNICE WEAVER DANCE STUDIOS Jtevenson Hi die For BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS FRED A. RICHEY Co. Dry Goods, Ready-to-Wear and Rugs Munger Hardware Co. HARDWARE, JOHN DEERE FARM IMPLEMENTS ANTHONY FENCING. DUPONT PAINT CARLISLE RADIO AND MUSIC SERVICE (Over the Jerrold Store) Invites you to make this your headquarters for anything in the line of musical merchandise HONEST SALES HONE8T 8ERVICE LUMBER - COAL Phone Main No. 9 DOWN COMETS TOMORROW ORANGE ] BJ LACJ K. VACATIONI! WHOOPEE Volume 14 Activity Fund Makes Possible First Lyceum DeWillo Concert Company To Present A Large Variety of Music To Feature Musical Trio November 21. the first lyceum number of the year will present the DeWillo Concert Company, featuring DeWillo Semerau and his concertina grande, the only instrument of its kind In the world. This Instrument approaches the pipe organ in tone Tolume. and Is the equal of a concert band in difference of tone qualities. Miss LaNaoml Coffin, violinist, was for ten years a pupil of the famed Tirindelli and Is post graduate of the Cincinnati Conservatory. She is also in accomplished pianist. Miss Winifred Kelch. soprano and pianist, has a voice of wide range and is a graduate of Grlnnell College In both voice and piano. A great part of the program will consist of ensemble music. Two Losing Rooms Give Banquet To Combs’ Room 1125 Dollars Worth of Subscriptions Sold by Jr. Home Room 210 Mrs Combs Junior home room 210 was given a banquet Thursday even- ing. November 2. In the band room, by the two junior home rooms who sold the least number of magazine subscriptions. Mrs. Combs stated that there was a large turnout and plenty of good things to eat. William Austin, adviser of home room 111 was absent from the party. Room 210 received two five-pound boxes of candy: the first was given by the Curtis Publishing Company, as this room was the first to sell the quota, seventy-five dollars worth of subscriptions, and the second box was given by Kenneth Brown and William Austin's home rooms, for the winning room was to receive a banquet and a five-pound box of candy. Night Classes Are Held At High School For Adults Adult classes have been started at the high school for people who are above school age. The classes will be held every Monday night from 7:30 to 9:30 p. m. Seventy people attended the first session which was held Mon- day, November 6. Three different classes are being taught: clothing, by Miss Eulalia Toms: typing, by Miss Patricia Ver- dier. and woodshop. by Mr. Earl Mead. The classes will run ten weeks, the fee being one dollar for the entire course. The classes are open to anyone who is Interested and all are welcome. ________“THE CHARH1AN”_____________ CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY. NOVEMBER 16. 1939 Issue 4 Charlotte High School Orioles 1st row seated, left to right: Spaniolo, R. Snyder. Beechler, Fowler. Mate. Hamrrond. Sterling, Newsome. N. Clever, Wieting, Gunnison, Haines. Bisel. 2nd row: Betts (mgr.), Stockwell. J. Spice. Cooper. Durner, Kane. Huber. Wilcox. Briggs. Garlinghouse. R. Spice, Walters, Stringham, Stemman. Coach Gobel. 3rd row: Brake. Fullerton. J. C ever, Cole. Terwilliger. Klaiss. Hall. Smith. Thompson. P. Snyder. Grier. Bottomley. Watterworth, Morris. Cameron, Ass't Coach Brown. Home Room 252 Presents Six Local Boy Scouts To Assembly November 3 Be Given Eagle Awards Mr. R. A. Kirkpatrick and Pep Meet- Scouts Pass Before Board of Review Ing Feature Assembly Program and Court of Review November 9 The Man With the Mandolin” and Little Sir Echo In group singing, opened the assembly Friday. Nov- ember 3. Clare Mae Morey gave a reading entitled How I Happened To Get Hitched. Roderick Yates then play- ed a piano solo. Chariot Race. Jack Hess followed with a monologue en- titled “The Haunted House;” Reta Bracey played a trumpet solo. Wish- ing. accompanied by Miss Margaret Johnson: and Phyllis Wietzke and Mary Eileen Freed played a piano duet. The Bicycle Waltz. The Ultra Modem School. a short skit was presented. The teacher was Betty Summerlx. and her pupils, the rest of home room 252. Shirley Bring announced that the pictures of the students of Charlotte high school. from the seventh through the eleventh grades, would be on sale. Monday. November 6. Dorr Love introduced Mr. R. A. Kirkpatrick, who spoke on the foot- ball team, and his own football ex- periences. Fred Welting also gave a short talk on the team A short pep meeting concluded the program. The assembly was sponsored by the seventh grade home room 252. under the supervision of Mrs. Marie Taylor. Maurlne Neilson acted as program chairman. Student Council Presents H. B. Masters As Speaker Education For Community Re- sponsibility was Dr. H. B. Masters’ topic Parents Night. Thursday, Nov- ember 9. Dr. Masters spoke in the general assembly, which also featur- ed the Charlotte high school band, girls’ glee club, junior boys' glee club, and Vada Miller, who gave a reading. During the first part of the eve- ning. open house” was held at the high school from 7:30 to 8:30. and the assembly was held from 8:45 to 9:45. Principal McCall introduced Mayor Jack Mate, who acted as chairman for the evening. The Board of Review and Court of Review met in the hand room of Charlotte high school November 9. at 7:30. At that time all scouts who wished to advance at the November 17 Court of Honor were judged by the court examiners. Friday. November 17. a district rally will be held in the high school gym. At this time, the first Eaton district potluck supper will be held and all scouts and scouters. parents of scouts and friends are urged to attend. At the rally November 17. the award of Eagle Scout will be convey- ed upon six scouts In our district. They are: Bruce Garlinghouse. Char- les Briggs, Jack Krieg. Richard Sand- ers. George Wlldern. and Homer Parish. The rank of Eagle Scout is the highest rank of scout and this is the largest number of Eagle awards ever made at any one time In the Eaton district. The scouts who are to be given awards are from troop 45. of wich Jay Dykhouse is scout mas- ter. About 400 persons are expected at this event. Lower Classmen Photos To Be Taken Separately Junior Class In Charge Of Coming Mixer Cox’s Orchestra To Play Wednesday, Nov. 22 At Second Mixer Alumni Cordially Invited Th annual Thanksgiving mixer is to be held the night of November 22 In the high school gymnasium. The junior class, under the leader- ship of Stanley Burt, class president, and Jim Spaniolo. senior mixer chair- man is to sponsor the dance. The decoration commitee is: Philip Sherman. Roger Granger. Stanley Burl. Lester Bisel. Jerry Fulton, and Phyllis Andrews. Other committees are: refresh- ments. Marilyn Canfield. Shirley Johnson. Marilyn Orr. and Arlene Stanke; publicity. Mary Helen Cow- an and Kenneth Collins; clean up. Bob Newth. Jack Morris. Bill Mid- daugh. and Bob Pittenger. Bill Cox’s orchestra, of Charlotte, has been chosen to provide music for the event. All Charlotte high school alumni are cordially Invited to attend. Doors open at 8:30 and close at 9:30. Admission will be 20c and 25c American Legion Sponsors Armistice Day Assembly Pete Csatlos Speaks On Meaning Of Armistice Day Before Students An Armistice Day assembly was held the third period last Friday. November 10. with Dorene Snoke as chairman Pete Csatlos. who is from Europe, spoke on the European sit- uation and also discussed the mean- ing of Armistice. Gordon Nielsen talked about the American Legion awards to be given to the most out- standing boy and girl of the eighth grade next spring. Glee clubs took part in the Ameri- can Legion program by singing God Bless America. after which taps were sounded. Introducing a new policy, the Char- hian staff will place 464 individual pictures of underclassmen in the year hook. This change will replace the group class pictures. Each student had the privilege of taking the folder or purchasing frames, pictures, and enlargements separately. The Blue Bird Studios of Philadel- phia did the photographing. Notice!! Any student wishing to take an outsider to a mixer may do so if they first see Mr. McCall and obtain his approval. Dots-N - Dashes November 17—Grand Ledge here. (Come on team, fight!) November 17—Scout Court of Honor. (Congratulations. Eagles). November 21—Dewillo Con- cert Company (Lyceum Num- ber). November 22—Debate Grand Rapids (Here’s your chance to argue.) November 22—Student Mix- er. (Swing and sway!) November 22—Thanksgiving Drive. (Let’s do our part.) November 23-24—Thanksgiv- ing vacation. (We’re free!) Page 2 ORANGE A BLACK Let’s Qive Thanks! ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Quill and Scroll International First Place y r | Award, '35. ’36, '37, '38 Subscription Rates. $.75 Executive Board Staff Publisher ......................Howard Newsome Managing Editor .....................Vada Miller Editor-in-Chief ..................Shirley Bring Business Manager ...............................Leone Haddtx Advertising Manager............................Gordon Cheney Faculty Adviser ..................Harlan McCall Reporters .................Rest of Journalism Class As Ye Have Received It is said that to be happy one must make others happy. Whether we believe this or not. we will all have an opportunity to try it out for ourselves at the annual Thanksgiving drive next week. Con- tributions of food, clothing, or money will all be gratefully accepted. The articles will be display- ed by each class, and prizes will be given to the largest and most attractively arranged exhibits. The donations will then be turned over to the Sal- vation Army for distribution. We all have much to be thankful for. Sometimes it takes some rather drastic things, such as war. to make us realize it. but nevertheless when we do realize it. our first desire is to share our good fortune with our fellow men. When we realize how many blessings we have, it makes us feel very glad. Why don't we try spreading some of this gladness? This is a co-operative adventure and to be most successful each individual must feel the respon- sibility of doing his part. But It’s not what I bring, it’s what the majority brings.” we hear someone say. Well, who are the majority? Why the majority is made up of you and me—you's and me's. Let's do our part! Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks for dawn and sunrise rare! for twilight, evening prayer! for all things understood! for every kind of good! for evidence of wealth! for life and thanks for health! for love and thanks for peace! for joys that never cease! —Frank B. Whitney National Book Week The city library is co-operating this week with the high school in observing the twenty-first an- nual National Book Week. The slogan this year is Books Around the World. The ever Increasing value of books is being strongly stressed. There are several activities connected with the observance of this week. The English classes are to present four short skits, taken from differ- ent books, as a part of tomorrow’s assembly. A survey of the favorite books of grade and high school students has been taken. Mrs. D. J. Wight has visited several of the classes this week, giving book talks. Some of the classes have visited the city library. There are more books accessible this year than there have been in previous years. The school library contains 1.500 volumes, while the public library has 13.500. Everyone should take ad- vantage of these facts, and gain more knowledge by exploring the realms of literature. With such a large variety of books to choose from, all of us ought to be able to find a book that we like well enough to read through from cover to cover. Let's not wait until National Book Week of next year to read our next book. After all. the purpose of this week is not to make reading an annual event, but to stir our interest. So let's make every week National Book Week. Over The Line Many of you who have watched the football games from the side lines have been amazed at the speed and skillful handling of the body dis- played by the left tackle of the Charlotte high school team. Unfortunately we have been depriv- ed of the services of this brilliant player, known to the students of C. H. S. as “Doc. or Bob Huber. He was Injured some way in the Howell game on October 27. An abscess formed on Bob’s leg. which forced him to spend several days in the hospital. He will be unable to play football again this year, which we all regret. However, we are glad to say he is doing nicely and is now back to school. We sincerely hope for his complete and speedy recovery. Bob stated that he would like to be a lawyer and is willing to study hard to obtain his admit- tance to the bar. Here’s hoping you do. Doc. We are sure that people of Charlotte would like to see a shingle outside your door which says: ROBERT HUBER ATTORNEY AT LAW Orchids To Charlotte Merchants (With Apologies to Editor DeFoe) The enthusiastic acclamation of us seven hun- dred students at the Halloween party of October 31 at the high school proved quite conclusively that we all had a great time. The much too frequent accusation of the school spirit was proved to be without foundation. We can still hear a ring in our ears from the din of that occasion. The favors, candy, movies, and dance were all financed by the Charlotte merchants whose un- selfish consideration and plans for this party net- ted them nothing but the satisfaction of seeing us have a good time. We can honestly say that we He’s a very fine dancer; when he starts to whistle people lend an ear to his tune; he knows how to box; he throws the shot-put; drives a blue coupe; belongs to the Hi-Y and “C” club; and he w’orked at Kellogg's last summer. Give up? It’s none other than Bud” Hammond, one of the best blockers on the Charlotte football squad. When Bud was younger, he had a Newfound- land dog. which used to greet him by knocking him down. We wonder if this was where he learn- ed to block? If so. the dog should lie given a letter in football. When attending one of the Charlotte games you may hear someone yell Come on. Slug. but have no fear they don’t mean to hit someone, they are merely urging Bud or “Slug on. Many of you may wonder If his real name is Bud.” The answer is that his real name is Lawrence, but he would rather be called Bud. At the end of the Howell game. October 27. through a stnlle of triumph and a weary but happy. Hi ya boy, he stated that Howell had one of the hardest lines that he had run in to, up to date. made the most of their intentions. There ar not enough adjectives In the English languag to show our gratitude for such benevolence. W want to thank the Charlotte merchants from th bottom of our hearts for sponsoring this party. W can all do our small part by thanking them poi sonally. Read A Book A Week Blanket of the Dark by John Buchan Nobles, highwaymen, gipsies, vagabonds, and rogues—and once the king himself—figure in this novel of Henry the Eighth's time, with u ragged Oxford scholar as the ceifter of the picture (Sarram the Hunter by Erick Berry This story of an African boy from the hills and his wonderful dog. Kon. gives a good picture of Africa with its wide spaces, its terrific sun. its round huts with thatched roofs and its amazing variety of wild life. It is African life seen from the point of view of the native, not from the point of the visiting white man. The author has lived long enough among the hill people to carry real conviction in his writing of the country. Crisis by Winston Churchill A historical romance dealing with the Civil war. The author has written several other books that might well be in a high school library: notably, The Crossing about the settlement of tho Mis- sissippi valley, and two political novels. Coni - ton and Mr. Crewe’s Career.” Peggy Cover $ the News by Emma Bugbee Peggy, while a senior, is college correspondent for a New York paper and after graduation se- cures a regular appointment. Her experiences many related as complete episodes, illustrate the various phases of newspaper work and the duties of a young reporter. Peggy’s romance running throughout will please older girls. Olympian Council In the days of ancient Greece, the people be- lieved that they were ruled by a council of gods and goddesses, consisting of twelve members. If we were to believe in this today, the ruling council of Charlotte high school might consist of tho fol- lowing people: Zeus—highest god—Jack Mate—because of his position as mayor of C. H. S. Poseidon—god of the sea—Fred Wletlng—be- cause of his swimming ability. Apollo—god of light—Norman Dodge—be- cause he gets up so early in the morning. Ares—god of war—Bob Cox—because of his desire to argue. Hephaestus—god of fire— Chuck” Briggs— because of the blush. Hermes—god of the wind—Dorr Love—be- cause he runs so swiftly. Hera—goddess of the dance—Pat Beechler— need we say why? Athena—goddess of wisdom—Dorene Snoke— because of her high scholastic average. Artemis goddess of the chase—Gloria Rouns- ville—because of her Interest in the hunt Aphrodite goddess of beauty—Jerry Fulton— because of her attractiveness. Heat la—goddess of the hearth—Helen Grime —because of her Interest in home econ- omics. Demeter—goddess of the harvest—Olive For- ell—because of her love for the country. ’Member Back When— Ikie” Frace strutted in front of the rhythm band Jane Peters had bangs . The grammar school boys played football against those from the Hawthorne. A few of the play ers were James Michael Durner. Bud Power House” Beechler. Tubby Spice. Gordon Curly ’ Cameron, Stanley Slim Burt, and Jack Blondie Mate. Donald Jack Fields won a dictionary for first place in the seventh grade spelldown. June Burchfield and Grace Gonser led the kid in playing eraser tag. Bob Huber was one of those castle-building mem- bers of the Knighthood of Youth club. i Norman Dodge was put in the corner for tapping his feet on the floor. Jean Odell, when visiting high school, took a short cut by crawling under a desk in preference to walking down the aisle. Franklin Loucks went hunting rabbits with a bee- bee gun. Max Bottomley wore glasses. Dorene Snoke was terribly bashful. The girls began first experimenting with the use of cosmetics. Gordon Cheney, Jack Smith, and Ike Frace used to parade” up and down the street on their ponies. We thought the seniors seemed so superior and dignified—now look at 'em. ORANGE BLACK PageS Islanders Defeat Charlotte Eleven Annual Armistice Contest Draws Crowd of 3,000 The Charlotte Orioles were defeat- ed by a strong Katon Rapids team, the score being 24 7, In the annual Armistice day game, played at the Eaton Rapids athletic field. The Orange and Black, although defeated. held the high spirited Islanders to four touchdowns, one in the second, one in the third, and two In the fourth quarter. Early In the second quarter, the Islanders opened up with a power attack, pushing the Orioles down to their own 6 yard line, where a penal- ty put the ball on the Orioles one yard line. George Seafort carried the ball over the goal line for the touchdown. After a series of plays Wieting took the ball on reverse and made a first down, putting the ball on Eaton Rapids' 16 yard line. On a lateral. Snyder went around end for the touchdown. Ham- mond converted and the half ended 7-6 In favor of Charlotte. Eaton Rapids made three succes- sive first downs and a pass to Lee re- sulted in another touchdown for the Islanders. The Cardinals scored the third touchdown on a long run and then a plunge over center. Eaton Rapids intercepted a pass on Charlotte's 14 yard line and Schwied made a touchdown on sev- eral power plays. The game ended 24-7. The starting line-up was: Charlotte Position Eaton Rapids Wieting LE Harris Kane LT Peacock Clever in Battley Newsome c Sheets Sterling RG Ball Hammond RT Bonta Mate RE Lee Fowler Q Seafort, G Spaniolo LH Schwied Beochler RH Powers Snyder FB Rackofsky. T Side jCine Chatter The muffler coming off. and having to be pushed every night, means Just one thing—that Lynn Fowler's car is slowly becoming disabled by the seven sparks.” C. H. S. Left tackle Bob Huber, who was injured in the Howell game, is back in school again, although he will not be active for the rest of the season. C. H. S. The first basketball practice of the 39-40 season opened a week ago Wed- nesday under the supervision of Mr. Van Vessem. C. II. S. The second team, which will play Moo Braden's team again, is out for revenge, as they were beaten earlier in the season 19-6. The game will take place sometime after the Eaton Rapids game. C. H. S. Eaton Rapids football players that are graduating are as follows: Harris. Peacock. Battley. Sheets. Ball. Sch- wied. Powers. T. Rackofsky. J. Rack- of sky. R. Miller. R. Merrill. McMullen. Twitchell. Custer. P. Miller, and Squires. Charlotte graduates of '40 are as follows: Wieting. Huber. Clever, Newsome. Sterling. Hammond. Mate. Spaniolo, Snyder. Kane, and Burner. This totals 16 for Eaton Rapids and only 11 for Charlotte, which will mean a prospective team for next year. Charlotte substitutes werer Haines. Wilcox, Garlinghou8e. Gunnison, Wal- ters. Strlngham. Bisel. Eaton Rapids substitutes were: Rackofsky. J. Miller. R. Seafort, C. Merrill. Bostick. Crandall. Custer, Marr. Miller. P. Xatusch. Thompson. Donald. Squires, and Higgins. KROGERS Candy Bars, 7 Varieties 2 for 5c Have Your Car Winterized AT Baum’s Service Station Lawrence A Oliver St. FRED A. RICHEY Co. Dry Goods. Ready-to-Wear and Rugs Orioles To Finish Season With Comets Tomorrow Playing the final game of the sea- son, the Charlotte Orioles will battle the Grand Ledge Comets on the local field tomorrow. November 17. Grand Ledge will be stiff compe- tition because of accomplishments on the gridiron this season. Last week, by battling Mason to a scoreless dead- lock. Grand Ledge will be hard to stop. The standings of Grand I edge are: won from St. Johns and Ionia: tied Howell and Mason; and lost to Eaton Rapids. Hastings. Hillsdale. and Owosso. The Oriole standings are: won from Lakvlew. Bolding. St. Johns. Hast- ings. Howell and Mason; and lost to Katon Rapids. Charlotte F. F. A. Chapter Shows Work Parents’ Night The Charlotte F. F. A. chapter held a contest among the members’ pro- ject work. Parents' Night. November 9. and prizes were given to the best exhibit in each of three classes. The winners of these were: John Allen Caughey. senior class and also cham- pionship winner; Robert Gldner. junior class; and Elden Dymond. sophomore class. A penalty of ten cents was paid by those not exhibiting. A prize of fifty cents was present- ed to Robert Lipsey for the best ear of field corn entered and a prize of fifty cents to Jim Wood for the best name plate design. The judge of these contests was Mr. Guliver. th ‘ F. F. A. adviser from Eaton Rapids. TIRES RADIOS EATON PARTS ACCESSORIES SPORTING GOODS Flour-Feed-Seeds PACKARD’S MILL WRIGHTS Use Our Lay Away Plan Now For (Christmas Chugging Oriole Gridders Beat Mason 14-0 Goal Line Endangered in Last Minutes of Play The Charlotte Orioles defeated a victory-starved Mason eleven on the local gridiron Friday. November 3. to the une of 14-0. The thrilling mo- ments In the game were In the last three minutes of the final quarter when the Maroons plunged their way to the Orioles one-yard line. With first down and goal to go. Buck” Newsome recovered a fumble. Char- lotte punted out of danger only to have Mason complete a pass to the Orioles’ four-yard line as the game ended. The Orioles' touchdowns were made in the second and third quarters. Lynn Fowler raced forty-one yards after he caught a pass from “Tony” Spaniolo. Jack Mate scored the sec- ond marker after the third quarter was well under way. plunging five yards to score standing up. Bud Hammond converted both points after touchdowns. The Orioles, with this victory, have piled up 101 points, while their goal line remains uncrossed. For A's you get dollars. For B’s you get pats. For C's you’re average scholars, For D’s you get slaps. For E's you have a horrible fear that this subject you’ll repeat again next year.—(Purple and Gold). CARNES TAVERN THANKSGIVING DINNER 12:30 To 3:30 P. M. Phone For Reservations Call Main $3 SHELDEN SANDERS LUMBER COMPANY LUMBER. COAL. COKE and BUILDERS' SUPPLIES PAINTS and VARNISHES Just Like New When We Rebuild Your Shoes Buy Your Shoe Needs Here RENU SHOE SHOP SAM VITALE Jtevcnson Jti die For CHARLOTTE CANDY COMPANY C. HAY For TYPEWRITERS V R THE LATEST CLOTHES FOR YOUNG OLO CARLISLE RADIO AND MUSIC SERVICE (Over the Jerrold Store) Invites you to make this your headquarters for anything in the line of musical merchandise HONEST SALES HONEST 8ERVICE BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS JOHN COLIZZI lemestthesi... ( mcgrath-defoe co. P lift tell m When you want a job of printing without fusa or feathers; or something fancy In colors. We are specialists in all kinds. Page 4 ORANGE A BLACK 71 on day 7 iyhi Science Club At tKfc last meeting. October 6, the Science club decided to buy an en- larger to be used In the photography division. They are also planning to have a showcase In the school to dis- play radio apparatus and scientific work. The experimental division, under the supervision of Arnold Koch, has been working on scientific experi- ments from Popular Science. Electrical equipment, such as lights and wiring for the photography divi- sion. will be made by those Interested in electricity, and when the experi- mental division Is more advanced, it will prepare the chemicals for develop- ing pictures. Pictures have been taken by members of tho photography divi- sion and are being developed for the next meeting. The electrical division is learning I to wire doorbells, using batteries which will later be substituted by transformers. More electrical equip- ment. including books, as been ordered. The radio division, supervised by Mason File, is learning the funda- mentals of radio. Speedwriters In a meeting October 30. the Speed- writers voted to have their picture in the Charhian and made plans for an assembly during the year. Mary Jean ('arman. who was a guest at this meeting and a member of the club last year, spoke to the group on office work. The next regular Speedwriters club will meet Mondav night. November 13. Mr. William Smith, court reporter, spoke to the club about shorthand and the operating of a stenotype machine. Mr. Smith uses the Pittman method of shorthand rather than the Gregg, which is taught at Charlotte high school. The adviser of the club. Miss Pa- tricia Verdier is now conducting an adult class in typing, which will con- tinue for 10 weeks, on Monday nights. Girl Reserves A special meeting of the Girl Re- serves was held to admit the new members. The seven new members, ure as fol- lows: Betty Bruce. Jean Odell. Violet Paddock. Elaine Young. Justine Malcuit Juliette Stucky. and Martha Snow. The formal initiation will be held at the Congregational church. Sunday evening. November 26. The Girl Reserves have a new rul- ing this year that the membership be limited to twenty-five members. If any of the girls miss three meetings in succession, her name will be taken from the roll. The girls this year plan to have a Christmas party for under privileged girls in the grade school. They also plan to have joint meetings with other Girl Reserve clubs. They are plan- ning on trips to Lansing and Battle Creek to go swimming in the Y. W. C. A. swimming pools. Each member of the club will have a club pin Throughout the year they will work for club rings. Hi-Y Monday night. November 6. the HI- Y held its induction services for new members. After the introduction, a short business meeting was carried on by the vice president. Gordon Cheney. Club members voted to have their picture in the year book. Members were also notified that club pins were on sale, the prices ranging from $.35 to $3 75. Footlighteers Monday. October 30. the Foot- lighteers met and tryouts for the vacancies of boys were given. There are still vacancies for boys. The program was turned over to the work of selecting plays. Differ- ent points were given on good and poor conversation, and natural and unnatural characteristics of plays. The committee reported on the selecting of the curtain that it is selecting for the stage in Miss Wells room. MAIN SWEET SHOP Bruno Spagnuolo Try Our Hot Fudge Sundaes, 10c R. W. Carr Gran. Co. MONUMENTS - MARKERS MAUSOLEUMS 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan ROSEACRE FLOWERS Specials on HATS and DRESSES Lots of Things For Holiday Season JESSIE STINE SHOPPE JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE MAIN 200 NOE RADIO ELECTRIC SERVICE For Reliable Radio A Electric Repair Call at 237 N. Sheldon Phone Main 788 Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS SUPER SERVICE Cor. Lawrence A Bostwick Aves. - Lansing 8t- Ye Old Grads K. A. Anderson is cartoonist for the Michigan State News, tri-weekly paper of M. S. C. He has had a num- ber of cartoons published. To acquaint students and professors In an Informal way. a new organiza- tion. called The Religious Council, was started by Larry Ball under spon- sorship of the Y. M. C. A. Jo Jane Murray has been appointed to the student faculty council as a represent- ative of this organization. Charlotte High Sponsors Annual Thanksgiving Drive An assembly will be held next Wed- nesday. November 22. for our annual Thanksgiving drive. There will be a first and second prize given to the class for the best and most attractive arrangement of food, clothing, and money. The proceeds will be given to the Salvation Army for distribution to the needy. The poster committee is Russell DeLand and Bob Paton: the com- mittee to secure judges is Don Grier and Jean Raidle. “Crocodile Island” Chosen A9 Senior Chorus Musical A musical entitled Crocodile Island has been selected for the high school chorus. Mr. Koch stated that the music has been purchased and production will start as soon as It arrives. The scene of the operetta takes place on a south sea island where th� people worship holy crocodiles. Tryouts will probably be held after the junior play is given. The last operetta was presented In the school year 37-38. Seniors Have Bake Sales To Finance Annual Trip Kach senior home room Is having a bake sale to raise money for their senior trip. Kach person who does not bring baked goods contributes 35 cents. The home room making the most money is to be given a party by the losing home rooms. Mr. VanVessem’s home room had Its bake sale October 20. They sold approximately $7 worth of baked goods. Kathleen Mikesell, Father Kelly. Helen Grimes. Leone Haddlx. Margaret McCumber and Julianne Morey were appointed to sell the baked goods. Mrs. Marena Kipllnger's horns room held its bake sale November 1. They took in approximately $6.70. The following were on the selling committee: Hazel Bumford. Betty Bruce. Wilma Gnosa. Virginia Bryan, and Shirley Bring, who were assist- ed by Mrs. Kipllnger. If you must hammer, build some- thing. Travel Club Tuesday. November 7. the Travel club met at the home of Maxine Rogers for a hay ride. During the ride, songs, old and new. were sung. Including Varsity and our Alma Mater. They returned to the house later for hot cocoa. The party was originally planned to be at the home of Wanda Scott, but because of the Illness of her father, the plans were changed. Meet The Gang At WOOD’S DRUG STORE Where Friends Meet And Leave More Friendly STRECKS INSURANCE AGENCY GENERAL INSURANCE BONDS Young’s Jewelry Shop HAMILTON • ELGIN . BULOVA WATCHES Gifts For All Occasions CHARLOTTE CAFE The Home of Good Food. We serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Phone Main 306 Sporting Goods Hardware Spencer Company A. C. Cheney Funeral Home WOODWARD PASTEURIZED MILK - CREAM - CHOCOLATE MILK CHEESE BUTTER Phone Main 264 w B sterling REPORT CARDS OUT TOOAY Volume 14 ORANGE BLACK THE CHARM IAN” CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY. NOVEMBER 30, 1939 SEE AND HEAR JUNIOR PLAY ISSUE 5 Team and Band To Be Honored At Banquet December 5; Holsinger To Speak Honoring the members of tho Char- lotte high school football squad and senior band, nearly three hundred townspeople will meet In the high school gymnasium. Tuesday evening. December 5. at 7:00 p. m. for the an- nual Football-Band banquet. The principal speaker will be Joseph F. Holsinger. who previously played left half-back under Charles Bachman at Kansas State, and is now assistant to Coach Bachman at Michigan State College. The toastmaster of the evening. Dr. A. J. Garllnghouse. will be presented by Paul Bond. Coach Gobel will In- troduce the football squad, and Ward Hynes, the band. Invocation will be given by Rever- end Russell McConnell and following It. community singing Is to be led by Harlan McCall, who will be accom- panied by Mrs. Pauline Shaull. A special band number Is being planned. The dinner will be served by the home economics department under the direction of Miss Eulalia Toms. Hl-Y boys will assist In ushering. Miss Nelthorpe. with the aid of the high school art class, has charge of the decorations. This annual affair is a community project. Tickets are seventy-five cents each and may bp purchased at the high school by calling Main 163 or at Behrens and Rowe drug store. The number of tickets available Is limited. Clare Weaver, '38, Under Contract With C. B. S. RKO Studios To Give “Eric Vonn” Screen Test in New York Soon Clare Weaver, graduated by Char- lotte high school In '38. has a contract with the Columbia broadcasting sys- tem. for thirteen weeks. He Is to be In a radio drama broadcast over WBBM every Friday at 4:30 p. m. Since graduation Clare has attend- ed tho Sherwood Music conservatory in Chicago, where he studied drama- tics under the direction of Madam Canterbury. He also took voice les- sons. From now on Clare will be known as ‘Eric Vonn which is his radio name. The contract with the Colum- bia broadcasting system started on November 17. During the first five weeks in Chi- cago. he will be given a build-up un- der his new name. He was to have been given a screen test by RKO. New York, in Decem- ber. but because his work would inter- fere. the test is to be delayed until a future date. After night classes aro over. Miss Eulalia Toms, home economics teach- er. is offering a course in homo nurs- ing and child care. Girl Reserves First row seated, left to right: Shirley Osborne. Leone Haddix. Mary Gregarek. Dorene Snoke. Jane Peters. Frances Higby, Martha Bryan. Kathleen Mikesell. adviser, Miss Eulalia Toms. Second row. left to right: Mary Helen Cowan. Arlene Stanke. Martha Snow. Doris Mason. Bethel Keefer. Barbara Watterworth. Rosemary Parkhurst. Shirley Bring, Violet Paddock. Gloria Beebe. Third row. left to right: Gloria Rounsville, Marilyn Canfield. Juliette Stucky, Elaine Youngs. Justine Malcuit, Betty Bruce. Jerry Fulton. Jean Odell. Annual Thanksgiving Drive Held Tuesday November 22 Seniors. First; Sophomores. Second; Seventh Graders, Third in Awards First prize for the annual Thanks- giving drive this year was won by the seniors on November 22. The sophomores came in second, and the seventh graders got third prize. Starting the program Fred Young Introduced the mixed chorus, which sang a Netherland folk song. The contributions were Judged by Clyde Fulton. James Church, and Rev- erend Manning, with the latter award- ing the prizes to the different classes. The Thanksgiving articles were then turned over to Captain James Elcombe of the Charlotte Salvation Army, who expressed his thanks for receiving such a large donation. Reverend Olmstead was then intro- duced and he read a script from the ninety-fifth psalm and gave a short talk on. Why We Americans Give Thanks . Senior Class Sends Order For Christmas Articles An order for Christmas cards and wrappings, sold by the seniors, was sent November 21. One remaining or- der will be mailed not later than De- cember 6. The first order totaled $473. of which the seniors will receive a per cent. Earl Mead's home room aver- aged the most sales with $178.20; Jacob Van Vessem’s. $149.80; and Mrs. Marena Kiplinger's, $145. Earl Mead, class adviser, states that there is nearly $60. which was left from last year, in the treasury. According to money received thus far from bake sales, home room 203 is at the top of the list with a total of $13.10. home room 302 second with $9.09. and room 303 third with $4.60. Jello sales amount to $14. The total number of 250 boxes was distrib- uted to students who wished to sell them. The girl reserves prepared a Thanks- giving dinner and took it to a needy family in Olivet. The basket contain- ing the dinner was filled with meat, potatoes, fresh fruits, vegetables, and nuts. The committee in charge of this do- nation consisted of: Juliette Stucky. Leone Haddix. and Arlene Stanke. The girl reserves are also making plans for a Christmas party to he given for the underprivileged children of Charlotte. Assembly Features Skits For National Book Week Wells, Wildern, Weymouth, Austin, and Kiplinger's Classes Perform An assembly, commemorating Na- tional Book Week, was held Friday. November 17. Philip Frace was chairman of the assembly. Short skits, about the phases of literature they are now cov- ering, were presented by the classes of Miss Winifred Wells. Mrs. Frances Wildern. Mrs. Leora Weymouth. Wil- liam Austin, and Mrs. Marena Kip- linger. The skits were concluded with a movie named. South American Cruise and then a short pep meeting ended the assembly. Dots-N - Dashes Dec. 1—Junior play. “Grumpy . (My. what talent these young- sters have!) December 4—Clubs in Groups II meet. December 5—Football-Band ban- quet (Come on team, it’s free!) December 11—-Clubs In Group I meet. December 12—Night school. (Let 'em get a taste of It.) ------------------------------i Junior Drama To Be Dec. I, At 8:15 P.M. Wilcox, Fowler Head Cast In “Grumpy, Mystery Comedy at School William Austin Is Director Grumpy is the title of the annual junior play to be presented on Decem- ber 1. The high school auditorium doors will open at 7:45 and close at 8:15 p. m. The tickets may be purchased from any member of the junior class for 25c and reserved at Wood's drug store with an extra charge of 10c. today and tomorrow. Grumpy is a four-act mystery comedy written by Horace Hodges and J. Wlgney Percyval. The story centers around Andrew Bulleveant. who runs his household strictly, and so is called Grumpy . The mystery begins when Ernest Heron is knock- ed out. The cast is as follows: Andrew Bullevant—Willis Wilcox. Ernest Heron—Lynn Fowler. Ruddoch—Robert Rauser. Mr. Jarvis—Lester BIsel. Valentine Wolfe—Stanley Burt. Dr. McClaren— Bud Beechler. Keble—Philip Sherman. Merrldew—Carroll Strlngham. Dawson—Charles Briggs. Virginia Bullevant—Rosemary Park- hurst. Susan -Frances Higby. Mrs. McClaren—Marilyn Orr. Jerry Fulton and Barbara Watter- worth are prompters. William Austin, junior class adviser and director of the play, states that the cast has been polishing all four acts of the comedy, rehearsing from 7:30 until 10:00 p. m. on week days, and from 7:00 until 10:00 p. m. on Saturday. Mrs. Aileen Combs is in charge of the tickets, publicity, and costumes; and Russell Steffens, the stage set- ting. The Hl-Y boys are to be ush- ers. First Lyceum Features DeWillo Concert Company At the first lyceum number of the year. November 2. the DeWillo Con- cert Company was featured. DeWillo Semerau and his concert- ina grande, the only instrument of its kind in the world and costing him a little over $2,000. was the main at- traction. Miss La Naomi Coffin, violinist, and Miss Sono Ginia. soprano, helped with the rest of the program, which con- sisted of popular, opera, and old time songs. Miss Sono Ginia. who recently re- turned from Italy, gave a short talk on the conditions in her mother coun- try. Page 2 ORANGE A BLACK ____________ QU«k«c( I Ml s 4SSOO ' ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Quill and Scroll International First Place Award, '35. '36, ’37. ’38 Subscription Rates. $.75 Executive Board Staff Publisher ....-.................J. Allen Caughey Managing Editor......................Elina KlaiRS Editor-In-Chief ................Kleauor Raymond Business Manager....................Dorene Snoke Advertising Manager..................Alberta Goff Faculty Adviser....................Harlan McCall Reporters ...............Rest of Journalism Class Teachers, Stay Home! Lakeview high school has open forums every so often to thrash out problems confronting the stu- dent body. At this evening session, only students who are interested and willing to contribute their share to the success of the plan attend. Teachers who are interested in attending, except the prin- cipal. may do so only by peering through the keyhole, as they are excluded. Through their exemption, individuals are more free to voice their opinions, uninfluenced by the presence of the faculty. Arguing may continue to the flghting point, but must stop there. Through this plan, policies un- favorable to the school are amended or abolished, according to the decision of the student council. New contrivances, also are formed. Representatives from our student council of last year attended a congregation of councils from several schools, at the Lakeview high school, and brought back this idea. We give our thanks to them, as there is no doubt this will be very success- ful. if full co-operation is extended. Earlier this year we had one in assembly, but evening sessions carried out by the Lakeview plan are bound to be more interesting and more suc- cessful. All students who are willing to engage their attentions for an evening are urged to attend the first meeting. One meeting, and you will be bound to give your share to others we will have. Have You Ever Stopped To Wonder? Did you ever stop to think what your nnme might have been had you been born of the opposite sex? Mrs. Raymond was so set on having a boy and calling him Robert that when she found it was a girl she Just put her hand in a grab bag and drew out Eleanor. With five sisters, it’s a miracle our honorable Mr. VanVessem wasn’t christened Joe Gene in- stead of Jacob after his grandfather. Charlotte High School's witty mayor was named Jack Curwood after the famous writer James Oliver Curwood. There’s a prosperous future to you. Jack! I want my child to be a boy and we will call him William. said Mrs. Gnosa. Rut as the odds were against her she called the girl Wilma. Constance Bennett being one of Mrs. Beebe’s favorite actresses, she adorned her youngest daugh- ter Constance, better known as Conny. Maybe a few more of us ought to find out where our mother hunted out our names? important? Well. I should think so! Take Notice! Have you noticed the graduates' pictures of '37 and '38 in the upper hall near room 305? The pictures of the class of 39 are now being framed and will soon be hanging along side the others. Every one who is graduated from Charlotte high will have his picture displayed in the hall of his Alma Mater. So. you can feel quite honored to know that your picture will someday be hanging beside those of other worthy graduates for it reveals to other people that you are among those who have received a hard earned and well deserved diploma. Speaking of pictures about school, we noticed the new picture of Abraham Lincoln hanging In the library and appreciate It very much. Revelations Listen my children and you shall hear Of a few facts that came to light this year. It seems that Van's grandma must have e'er-lasting youth. That is—if Van is telling the truth. Romeo Mate seems to think, and he has his reason. That, although Eaton Rapids is tough, their girls are quite pleasin'. And they do say that Briggs doesn’t wonder any more Why his girl friend’s dad waited near the front door. While all do declare that Neil is Clever I've heard many say that they really would never Have thought he could blush when his love he avowed. Me wasn’t worried—there was Just such a crowd! So remember, my dears, that for every sap Is set. not a bucket, but Cupid’s trap. Did You Know? That we have students in C. H. S. who have been known to pose as famous comic characters? They are: Major Hoople ........................Bob Pittinger Martha Hoople ................... Vada Miller Super Man ...........................Fred Wietlng Popeye ............................. -..Dorr Love Wimpy ........................................Don Fields Olive Oyl ........................Violet Paddock Freckles .....................................Jack Mate June ............................... Ruth Towns Mutt ..................................Lee Willis Jeff .......................... Shortle Williams Maggie .............................Leone Haddix Jlggs ................................Bob Cove Herby ..............................Harry Curran Handy ............................Byron Stockwell Pug ............................. Audrey Tanner We Admire Kathleen Mikesell for her personality. Arleta Austin for her whistling. Philip Williams for his height. Doris Winslow for her smile. Shirley Bring for her seriousness. Leone Haddix for her dancing ability. Jimmy Wood for his singing ability. Jack Mate for his knowledge of civics. Stanley Burt for his artistic ability. Lucile Goldman for her excellent vocabulary. Jim Durner tor his brother) for his ability as a sports reporter. Bob Huber's ability to give news reports. Neil Tomlinson for his wit. Bob Rauser for his ability to be quiet 5th hour. Phil Sherman for his subtle humor. Lyle Sterling for his pleasant disposition. Jane Mulholhmd's poise. L. Kane: There is a town in Ohio named after you. D. I ove: Which one? L. Kane: Marblehead. J. Peters: I told him he musn’t see me any more. G. Beebe: What did he do then? J. Peters: Turned out the lights. Rub-a-dub-dub, three men In a tub� � --. How unsanitary! The Commentator Doesn't it seem funny that football season is over? We should really be proud of our team for making such a splendid record. Let uh hope that our basketball season will be Just as successful a« that of our football team—(the first game is d cember 15). There must be a race In the Junior class to at how many can use crutches. There are thrc pairs up to date—. Oh. well—at least they get thi-tr books carried for them. Clarence Squibb caused a great deal of exclt ment celebrating his birthday. November 14. by offering all the gals a kiss, all but one blushlngly refused and that was none other than Kathleen Mikesell. who received the kiss—and it was candy. Here is something unusual: Bob Cox hurrying Into civics class in time to get the next day's a� - signment. Or. better yet—getting there at all. Wonder who the first will be to go collegiate and wear knee high socks? Where could Elaine Bruce's sudden interest in saxophone and clarinet pins have come from? Students about the school appreciate the num- ber of dances we have had of late. They have many more to look forward to also as the seniors are going to sponsor short dances after all home basketball games on Friday nights. Did you know the school has purchased a new recordlo? It will l e used mostly by the glee clubs, but through special permission of Mr. Koch other groups may use it. What do you fellows think about Mr. Dykhouse's plan of the girls sharing, or sometimes paying all of. the date expenses? If you want to spend a very interesting hour, visit Mr. Austin's advanced speech class. The seventh graders are really doing some rushing when it comes to getting their dates for the seventh and eighth grade party. Don’t break your necks, the date hasn't been set yet. Have you noticed how flirtatious the males can be when the girls are doing the dating? Here's to two very versatile and talented stu- dents. Lucille Goldman and Stanley Burt. In case you didn’t know, Lucille wrote the poem appear- ing on this page and Stanley drew the cartoon featured here. Good Example He sees all. hears all. but says nothing. This bears reference to none other than the little white owl perched above the fountain in the foyer and all who enter the front door of the building pas by him. We wonder Just what this wise old fellow has been and heard the last three years since the new school building has been built. If. with the prospect of vacation In sight, he hears laughs and excited plans for good times, what can he hear during school hour and semester examinations? If we only knew what he knows about Charlotte high school’s love- birds. the supposedly innocent gossips , the Insignificant feuders. and others. We must be careful what we do because he's always watching with a very cold and critical stare. So the next time you pass by him. just take a good peek at him and notice how intelligent he looks. And if only more people were like him. That is. it’s okay taking everything in. but follow the wise old owl’s example and keep it to yourself. You Might Be Next! Did you ever fall up stairs, or down? Probably as many as fifty students fall some where on th stairs in this school building every day It seems funny to see some one sprawled out at the bottom of the steps with his books' spread in a semi-circle about him and with his papers flutter- ing through the air. Yes. and even his neatly written English paper being scuffled under some one else’s feel. But wait, you’ll do this little hit of acting yourself. It won't be funny; it will be very embarrassing. So the next time you see someone sitting un- gracefully 'neath the stair step, don’t laugh at him. Just help him up with the hopes that when it Is your turn to exhibit yourself in such a manner, someone will lend you a helping hand. Mr. VanVessem: Get up quickly, there's a mouse in the room. 1 can hear him squeak. Gloria Rounsvllle: Well, what do you expect me to do? Get up and oil him? (Waldron High Paper) ORANGE A BLACK Page 3 Orioles Triumph In Last Period Gobel's Eleven Avenge Eaton Rapid's Setback Scoring In the final minutes of the last quarter, the Orioles wound up their 1939 season by defeating Grand Ledge 6 to 0 Friday. November 17. Before a comparatively slim crowd. Charlotte finally pushed over the only touchdown of the game In the last five minutes of the fourth quarter. Mate smashed through the center of the line for the score. Hammond's try for the extra point was wide. The game featured a battle between two strong lines. Hammond, tackle. Newsome, center, and Mate, right end. played with distinction for Charlotte; while Tlnney. Bouck. and Green of the Grand Ledge line contributed to a strong defense for the Comets. This was the last game for both schools. Grand Ledge had a fairly good season this year, having won two. lost four, and tied two. Charlotte high ended their outstanding season with a record of seven victories to one defeat. Those playing their last game for the Orioles were; Hammond. New- some. Clever. Wletlng. Mate. Spanlolo. Kane, and Sterling. The starting line-up was; Wletlng LE Tlnney Kane LT Bouck. L. Clever LG Briggs Newsome C Bouck. E. Sterling RG Green Hammond RT Schlappi Mate RE Wlnstanley Fowler QB Wilson Spaniolo LH Pennington Beech ler RH Merritt Bisel FB Imhoff Substitute f«� r Charlotte were: Stringham. Walters. Gunnison. Haines. Garllnghouse. Steinman. and Cooper. Substitutes for Grand Ledge were: Holmes. Klnkerten. Anderson, and Kane. Old Fashioned: “What Is meant by the three R’s? ' New-Fashioned: The three R’s run all through life. At 25 It's ro- mance, at 45 it’s rent, and 65 It’s rheumatism”—(Detroit Ed. News). L. L. JOHNSON LUMBER CO. Side Mine Chatter Bob Huber seems to have broken the ice in the way of Injuries to the football squad. Quickly to follow in his footsteps were: Rube Snyder, with a leg injury; Chuck Briggs, with a broken leg; and Tony Spa- nlolo suffered a head Injury. C. H. S. Lyle Kane. Howard Newsome. Jim Spaniolo. Lyle Sterling. Bud Ham- mond. Jack Mate. Neil Clever, and Fred Wleting turned In their final gridiron performances Friday. Novem- ber 17. In the game with Grand Lodge. Raymond Snyder and Bob Huber are also among those graduating, who will 1m? missed from the line-up next year. C. H. 8. Even though they lost the Eaton Rapids game, the Oriole haven't any- 'hlng to kick about in the line of having a poor season. Seven victories to a single setback is a good average in any league. Classes Held For Adults Every Monday N ght Classes for adults interested in typing, home economics, and wood- shop are being held every Monday from 7:30 until 9:00 p. m. for 10 weeks. The classes are now in regular sessions. The typing class under the super- vision of Miss Patricia Verdier has thirty-three enrolled. In the first les- son the different parts of the machine were explained They are now learn- ing the keyboard, including the num- bers. by the touch system. The home economics class under the direction of Miss Eulalia Toms is making clothing for themselves or for their children. Earl Mead ha twenty enrolled in his woodshop class. Most of them are taking It as a hobby or for their own personal use. They work on whatever they arc particularly Inter- ested in. some taking drawing and others cabinet making. Junior Mellor is now working for the Cheney Wright Construction Com- pany of Wllliamston. Michigan. V R THE LATEST CLOTHES FOR YOUNG A OLD WRIGHTS Use Our Lay Away Plan Now For (Clirifllmas Chopping NOE RADIO ELECTRIC SERVICE For Reliable Radio A Electric Repair Call at 237 N. Sheldon Phone Main 788 Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS SUPER SERVICE Cor. Lawrence A Bostwick Aves. • Lansing 8t. Oriole Thin Clads Begin Season With St. Johns Regular basketball practice started last Monday, November 27. with only four lettermen returning from last year's undefeated conference squad. Those returning are: Jack Mate, Jim Spaniolo. Fred Wletlng. and Clarence Squibb. This year’s cage schedule is slightly changed, because instead of meeting East Lansing. Charlotte will play Rattle Creek lakeview. This year’s second team will again be under the capable supervision of Jacob Van Vessem. The schedule for 1939-40 is as fol- lows: December 15—St. Johns (here). December 19—Grand Ledge (there). December 22—Lakeview (here). January 12—Mason (there). January 19—Eaton Rapids (here). January 23—Lakeview (there). January 27—Hastings (here). February 2—St. Johns (there). February 6—Grand Ledge (here). February 9—Hastings (there). February 16—Eaton Rapids (there). February 20—-Mason (here). February 23—Howell (there). Another game is to be played with Howell, but the date has not as yet been set. Home Rooms 203 and 303 Hear Dykhouse’s Speech F. F. A. Agricultural studenta from Grand Ledge. Eaton Rapids. Bellevue, and Olivet competed with the local boys in a county grain and apple Judging, and seed identification contest held Wednesday. November 22. The F. F. A. alio planned on having a junk raid. November 25. The boys chose up sides and were led by Ivan Thompson, and Martin Vierk, cap- tains. The losing team has to give the winners a party, and each student must collect twenty-five pounds of Iron or pay a forfeit. Movie Schedule Movies are shown every two weeks for high school students and Mr. An- derson reports that It coat approxi- mately $100 a year to keep this pro- ject going. Most of the films are rent- ed from the University of Michigan. Those shown last Monday. Nov- ember 27. were as follows: Air Ways, Modern Sculpture, The Amoeba. The Ant City. Let’s Join the Navy. Sew. The Modern Way. and Television. The movies to be shown on Mon- day. December 11. are: Birds of Prey, New England Fishermen. Gem of the Rockies. Clouds. Modem Men of Wart men. and Sky Fleets of the Navy. The following movies will be shown on January S. Ronnie Scotland. Key to Scotland, and Ski Time In the Rockies. Superintendent Jay Dykhouse led a discussion in the senior high room on boy and girl relationships third hour. Monday. November 20. Senior home rooms 303 and 203 were present. Mr. Dykhouse gave a speech on dates and dutch treating, and small parties for less expensive entertain- ment. Many of the students present asked questions. Later in the hour he an- swered questions that had been prev- iously written by the students of home loom 303. It is rumored that Bob Huber tops off his midnight snack of pickles and cheese sandwiches with crayons so that he will have nightmares in tech- nicolor. (Teachers College Herald) CHARLOTTE CANDY COMPANY JOHN COLIZZI Itevtnson Hdio For BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS Sporting Goods Hardware Spencer Company CHARLOTTE CAFE The Home of Good Food. We serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Phone Main 306 Specials on HATS and DRESSES Lots of Things For Holiday Season JESSIE STINE SHOPPE Meet The Gang At WOOD’S DRUG STORE Where Friends Meet And Leave More Friendly Call Main 63 SHELDEN SANDERS LUMBER COMPANY LUMBER. COAL. COKE and BUILDERS’ SUPPLIES PAINTS and VARNISHES IteMi mhesi... McGRATH-DeFOE CO. Plinteil When you want a job of printing without fuss or feathers; or something fancy In color . We are specialists in all kinds. Page 4 ORANGE BLACK Club Si I bum GIRLS’ ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION New officers hare been elected for the Girls' Athletic Association, under the direction of Miss Sarah Ross. Those chosen are: Beulah Beebe, president: Mary King, vice president; Alberta Goff, secretary-treasurer; and Helen Akas. news reporter. Starting Tuesday. November 21. the group is sponsoring after-school dances every other Tuesday in the old gymnasium. Admission fees are 10c a person or 15c a couple. There will be one hour and a half of recorded music. All students are invited. A surprise birthday party was given for Miss Sarah Ross, at her apartment November 13. by the Girls' Athletic Association. Refreshments were serv- ed and Miss Ross was presented with a table lamp from the girls. Her birthday was November 10. TRAVEL CLUB Miss Winifred Wells was the guest speaker at the travel club meeting held Monday night. November 20. Miss Wells gave a short talk on the interesting sights and happenings that she saw on her trip to England. RURAL STUDENTS The rural students club, under the direction of Wilford Rohlfs. met and organized Tuesday. November 14. The following officers were elected: Norman Wilmore. president; Roger Peck, vice president; Dale Shumaker, secretary; and Clarence Hoffner, treasurer. They discussed plans for the rural students' noon hour programs, con- sisting of games, ping-pong, and basketball to be played in the gym- nasium. Dues for the members of this club are 25c a year. Speed writers Dress Dolls For Christmas Project In a meeting held November 13. the Speedwriters club decided to dress dolls to be given to needy children at Christmas time. These dolls were obtained from the Christmas Kiddies' committee consist- ing of Dr. Clark Rudesill. Walter Bat- sche. Donald Cole, and Robert Carr Jr. Patterns are being purchased to as- sist the girls in making a wardrobe for the dolls, which will be placed in Geddes’ window one week before Christmas. Work on the wardrobes started at the last Speedwriters meeting which was held November 27. JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE MAIN 200 Juniors Sponsor Mixer; Cox’s Orchestra Plays A Thanksgiving mixer, sponsored by the junior class, was held in the high school gymnasium. November 22. Bill Cox's orchestra furnished the music. Violet Paddock was chairman of the intermission program. Phyllis An- drews sang. “My Last Goodbye . Ar- ieta Austin whistled. Wishing”. With the duet accompaniment of Gloria Beebe and Dorain Hettmansperger. Phyllis Andrews and Jimmy Wood sang, while Arleta Austin whistled. Romance Runs in the Family”. The committees for the dance were: decorations. Philip Sherman. Roger ; Granger. Stanley Burt. Lester Bisel. , Jerry Fulton, and Phyllis Andrews; refreshments. Marilyn Cantleld. Shir- ley Johnson. Marilyn Orr. and Arlene Stanke; publicity. Mary Helen Cowan and Kenneth Collins; clean-up. Robert Newth. Jack Morris. Bill Middaugh. and Bob Plttenger. Highlights of Junior Play Given in Today's Assembly A few highlights of the Junior play ‘‘Grumpy will be presented in this morning's assembly program and the football boys will be awarded their letters by Coach Malcolm Gobel. Miss Sarah Ross' ninth grade gym- nasium class will present a short pro- gram. Audrey Parr will play the piano. Irene Aseltinc will give a reading, and Christine Hoover and Lillian easier are to play several selections on their Hawaiian guitars. Dorothy Dean is to be the assembly chairman. Dr. Masters Speaks To Teachers of High School Dr. H. B. Masters, who is connected with the University of Michigan, and a lecturer on education, gave a talk to the high school teachers of Eaton county, on the matter of high school curriculum. Tuesday. November 21. The purpose of this meeting was to decide on what would be the subject of discussion for the rest of the year at the Charlotte teachers club meet- ings. ““““ Just Like New When We Rebuild Your Shoes Buy Your Shoe Needs Here RENU SHOE SHOP SAM VITALE A, C. Cheney Funeral Home WOODWARD PASTEURIZED MILK - CREAM • CHOCOLATE MILK CHEESE BUTTER Phone Main 254 W. B. Sterling CARLISLE RADIO AND MUSIC SERVICE (Over the Jerrold Store) Invites you to make this your headquarters for anything Our Friends One of David Elies' history class- mates at the University of Arizona Is Pat Driscoll, daughter of C. B. Dris- coll. who took over O. O. McIntyre's New York Day by Day column. Vera Snoke. Charlotte junior at Cen- tral State Teachers college, was edi- tor-in-chief of last week’s twenty-eight page issue of the Isabella County Time8-NewB. a special homecoming edition. Miss Snoke is likewise edi- tor-in-crief of Chippewa, the college annual. School Purchases A New Recordio A recordio has been purchased by the school from the WOcox-Oay radio factory to help any classes that wish to make recordings. The permission to use this machine must be obtained from Arnold Koch. The music funds of the high school and grade schools contributed money for Its purchase. Part of this money was obtained from operettas that have been given. The senior band, cadet band, and glee clubs are the only ones to make recordings this far. Mr. Koch states that the recordio is to be used for recording the voices of the boys and girls In the glee clubs. Mr. Austin plans to use this device for keeping a record of the speeches given by students taking ndvanced speech. If Hitler invades the Netherlands, he is apt to get In Dutch with some- body. (The Normal College News) R. W. Carr Gran. Co. MONUMENTS - MARKERS MAUSOLEUMS 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan C. HAY For TYPEWRITERS Four Local Hi-Y Fellows To Attend Conference Four members of the Hi-Y club, and assistant adviser. Richard Bilbi� are planning on attending the Older Boys Conference at Flint on De cember 8 and 9. Three of the boys going are: Bob Huber. Gordon Cheney, and Lynn Fowler. The fourth delegate has not yet been selected. A discussion of the theme Whith- er is for the purpose of helping boys sixteen and over to face their present and future problems. The theme. Whither”, will include the following subjects: Vocations. Social Life. Preparation for Mnrriage, Economic Practices. Recreation and Sports. War and Peace. Citizenship, and Race Relations. Bruce W. Tallman is In charge of the program for the conference. Some of the main speakers are: Dr. Henry Hitt Crane of Detroit; Dr. Howard McClusky. University of Michigan; and Foster Jones of De- troit is the song leader. DEBATE TEAM In the two debates that Charlotte's negative team has taken part In. they lost both of them, the first to Corn- stock. and the second to Grand Ledge Lee. Charlotte's negative team consists of Gloria Beebe. Norman Dodge, and Etta Mae Goff. The topic for debate is Resolved: That the government should own and operate all railroads. This team is under the direction of Richard BHbie. Munger Hardware Co. HARDWARE. JOHN DEERE FARM IMPLEMENTS ANTHONY FENCING. DUPONT PAINT Flour-Feed-Seeds PACKARD’S MILL FRED A. RICHEY Co. Dry Goods, Ready-to-Wear and Rugs GREEN MEADOWS CHICKEN or STEAK DINNER8 Served Complete for 65c LUNCHES and SANDWICHES A Good Place to Hold Your Parties Charlotte Phone Main 7111-F4 Fowler Chevrolet Sales Inc. in the line of musical merchandise HONEST SALES HONE8T 8ERVICE LUMBER - COAL Phone Main No. 9 4 5 S i '■ Whoopee:: Vacation Dec. 25 to Jan. 8 c o 1 BJ LA Cl K See Ya’ At The St. Johns Game Volume 14 Operetta 7 o Be Staged Feb. 13 Parkhurst and Wood Have Leads In Musical Comedy An operetta Crocodile Island will Im presented February 13. It Is writ- ten by Morgan and Johnson and Is a musical comedy In two acts. The operetta has to do with the Mcred crocodiles on Crocodile Island. The king Is to be sacrificed to the crocks, who demand a human sacri- fice of royal birth. In order to save the king, the animals are given a potent by the Americans, who are on the island, and getting the wrong one. they try to ratify their mistake. The probable cast for the produc- tion is: Thomas Brook. James Wood. Jefferson Penfleld. Lyle Olm- slead. King Bongazoola. Herbert Stacey: Nitwit. Nell Tomlinson; Coco Orinoco. Sebert Willett: Hopa- long Slmpon. Lee Virek; Pearl. Rose- mary Parkhurst: Petal. Barbara Wat- terworth: Sarah Crisp. Theo Jane Erickson: Abigail Brewster. Genevi- eve Barlond; Mammy Lee. Roberta Thornton. The part of Dr. Me- Snoozle Is undecided as yet. Directors for the production are: William Austin, dramatics; Miss Sarah Ross, dancing. Miss Eulalia Toms, costumes: and Arnold Koch, singing. This is the first operetta since 1937, and should furnish good enter- tainment. Student Mixers To Be Subject of First Forum Mixers will be the topic of discus- sion for the first Student Forum which Is to be held tonight at 7:30. in the auditorium, under the super- vision of the student council. This subject should be of Interest to every student, who should show his school spirit by turning out one hundred per cent, because they are held especially for the students. If this forum proves to be of some help In settling our school problems, they will be held whenever a subject for debate arises. These forums have been very helpful to other schools in solving their students government problems. Dots -N - Dashes December 14—Debate here with Ionia. (A chance to argue all you want). December 15—Basketball game with St. Johns, here (Let’s get off to n good start). December 19—Basketball with Grand Ledge, there. (Chance for another victory). December 20—Christmas pag- eant. December 21—Grade pageant assembly. (Something to real- ly pay attention to). December 22—Basketball with Lakeview. there. (Something to remember during vaca- tion). December 25-January 7—Christ- mas vacation. (And I want a doll, a teddy bear, a new sled, candy—!). MERRY CHRISTMAS 4 M 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ THE CHARHIAN______________ CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY. DECEMBER 14, 1939 ISSUE 6 Science Club “DacT Angell Is Guest of Hi-Y Meeting December 4 Members Plan To Give Christmas Party For Grade Boys A regular meeting of the Hl-Y was held Monday night. December 4. with Dad Angell. of Hastings, as the gUC8t. At this meeting a report from the Christmas party committee was made. The purpose of this commit- tee is to arrange a Christmas party for the grade school boys, which is to be held December 18. The committee consists of Ike Frace. Bob Gidner. and Philip Williams Four members of the Hl-Y attended the Older Boy’s convention held in Flint. December 8 and 9. The hoys were accompanied by Richard Bilble. The four boys who attended were: Lynn Fowler. William Lowe. Bob Huber, and Howard Newsome. The Hl-Y boys assisted the home economic girls In serving at the Foot- ball-Band banquet. Assembly December 20 To Be Christmas Pageant Junior High Stages First Party. Friday, Dec. 8 The seventh and eighth graders held their first party. Friday. De- cember 8. from 7:30 until 9:30 o’clock in the old gymnasium. Each person who came to the party paid ten cents at the door to cover the cost for the evening. Games were played. Refreshments consisting of paddle pops and cookies were served at the close of the party. The committees for the affair were: finance. Donald Moore and Joan Ker- stetter: refreshments. Donna Belle Satterly and Harold Allen; games Gail Bottomley. Clara Mae Morey, and Dick Canigan. Mrs. Marie Taylor and Mrs. Leora Weymouth were the faculty members In charge. Will'ams and Cox Lead In Christmas Card Sales Alumni Dance Features Bob Coy’s Orchestra f. Christmas Mixer To Be Included Because of Basketball Date An assembly to be given by the grade chorus and the Junior high chorus is scheduled for December 20. The program is to consist of a carol service, a candle lighting, special numbers, and group numbers. The play Why the Chimes Rang. by Elizabeth McFadden. is also to be given by the group. William Austin will be the director of the play. Mrs. Leora Weymouth is to be the ac- companist for the group singing, and Miss Marian Nelthorpe the director. The cast of the play consists of: Dale Smith. Holger: Robert Orr. Steen: Marilyn Canfield, the old woman; and Robert Huber, as Unci? be given out now. Bertel. In the play there is a pageant which will be presented by Mrs. Mar- ena Kipllnger’s class. The cast is as follows: Russell Spotts. the priest; Donald Jack Fields, the courtier; Mar)' Helen Cowan, n beautiful wo- man; Lyle Olmstead. an old white haired man: Martha Bryan, a lovely girl; Robert Gunnison. King: Eliza- beth Royston and Elsie Keeny. two angels. Home room 303 leads in the sale of Christmas cards and wrappings. Dodge Williams heads the list with a sale of $30. Bob Cox second with $28. Eleanore Raymond third with $26. and Lester Roberts fourth with $23. Vada Miller leads room 203 with a | January 18. by the sale of $21.20. Esther Kelly second | quartet from Chicago, with $17.20. Bob Huber third with $15. and Leone Haddix fourth $13.20. Maynard Davidson leads room 302 with a sale of $15. June Burchfield and Concert Revue. Harold Stoke’ second with $12. Homer Braden third with $11. Arietta Austin fourth with $10.60. The total amount of money turned many others It has In from the sale of Christmas cards throe years on radjo. and wrappings is: $86.60 from Mrs. Marena Kipllnger’s room; $65.30 quartet. Gunther Decker and Howard from Earl Mead’s room; and $33.40 Will, tenors; George Grammer Smith. from Jacob VanVessem’s room. The total jello sales amounts $27.50. £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ -------------------- 4 Philharmonic Quartet To Be Feature of Jan. Assembly k 4 £ 4 £ £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 Admission Fee 25c Each An alumni dance will be held De- cember 28. featuring Bob Coy's nine piece orchestra, in the gymnasium of the high school. This year, because of a basketball game scheduled December 22. the Christmas mixer for the senior high will be included, making the dance a homecoming affair during the holi- day season. Admission is twenty-five cents a person. The dance is from 8:30 until 12:00. This is the third consecutive year for these parties, which originated in 1937. The senior high students have charge of decorating the gymnasium for the occasion. The theme will be carried out in seasonable decorations. Bob Coy and his orchestra are from Lansing and they will furnish entertainment for the program during intermission. Robert Sparks has charge of the orchestra. All alumni and senior high stu- dents are cordially invited to attend this homecoming. This is expected to be the biggest event since it was first organized. Those in charge of the dance are: Martha Ransom, president: Eleanore Toutant. secretary: and Edwin Bracy. treasurer. Radio Artists of Chicago Michigan assembly is to Touring An be presented Philharmonic This quartet is well known as it with bas appeared on many programs on I radio from coast to coast, including Henry Weber’s Pageant of Melody Melodies From the Skys”. The Northerners under the direction of Harry Walsh. WLS Barn Dance and appeared for The Kalamazoo Gazette says. The baritone; Robert Speaker, bass; was to excellent. The men sang with under- There are 216 more boxes to standing, fine balance, and obvious appreciation of the musicianly ap- proach needed to make that most sat- isfying of vocal ensembles, the male quarter, and artistic enlity. All have excellent voices and all demonstrated that they are soloists of genuine ability. The quartet previous to the as- sembly will meet with the boys glee club for a half hour. The quartet Is at this time begin- ning a tour of the state of Michigan. A dance is to be sponsored by the seniors tomorrow night immediately after the St. Johns game. It is to be held In the new gymnasium for about an hour. Admission fee is 10c a person. 4 1 £ 4 £ 4 £ 4 HOLIDAY Page 2 ORANGE Sl BLACK Cii—Ur iw-n) ORANGE BLACK Published Bi weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Quill and Scroll International First Place Award, ’35. ’36, '37, '38 Subscription Rates. $.75 Executive Board Staff Publisher ....................J. Allen Caughey Managing Editor....................Elma Klaiss Editor-In-Chief ..............Eleanor Raymond Business Manager..............,...Dorene Snoke Advertising Manager................Alberta GofT Faculty Adviser..................Harlan McCall Reporters .............Rest of Journalism Class Christmas J nct St's 7 foaning Nineteen hundred and thirty-nine years ago. the king of Judea ordered all the people of the land to pay their taxes. Mary and Joseph, upon arriving at Bethlehem, found that the inns were full and that they would have to take lodgings in a manger It was on this night that the Christ Child was bom. Twelve days later, the three wise men came bearing him gifts. Since this time gift-giving has become a custom. It goes back to the ancient Romans, who distri- buted gifts In the course of their midwinter festival, according to the Bible narrative. Giving presents is the most important part of Christ- mas happiness. Candles were first used in the early church hall, when nativity plays were given to tell the story of Christ’s birthday During this event many ( songs were sung. Later, groups went from house to house caroling as we do today. The decoration of evergreens was a custom of pre-Christian times. Christmas trees did not come into exlstance until recent times. The idea was introduced into Germany in 1605. and by 1900 it was practiced thru out the world. People of the northlands held the mistletoe sacred, thinking it had marvelous powers. Holly was the subject of many superstitions. It’s prickly leaves reminded them of the Savior's crown of thorns, and its red berries as drops of blood. Don’t you think the Christmas spirit becomes more enlivened when we know where these ideas originated and what they may have meant to previous generations? Approach To Christmas YULETIDE GREETINGS The Orange Black staff takes this opportun- ity to wish all the student body, the faculty members, and all subscribers of this paper a hearty and joyful holiday season and a very Happy New Year. Santa Visits C. H. S. Up in the wintry Northland, where Santa keeps his toys Packed away 'till Christmas day for all good girls and boys. We find old Santa busy, for yards and yards around His castle is filled with letters, from chimney top to ground. He lifts a package from the rest, and smiles with delight. These are from the children of C. H. S.. and I plan to treat them right. They never complain about their gifts, they're not like all the rest; So. for their Christmas Eve. I plan to leave of all my toys—the best.’’ Why just look at this letter—what a funny request. It surely can’t be like all of the rest. Vada Miller has asked him for a dictaphone. Which, she tells Santa, she Is going to take home. She can thus give her readings, pretending to speak. And rest her poor tongue over all Christmas week. A tool box is placed beneath Bob Huber’s name So that, when he’s a lawyer, he can truthfully claim. As he nails his shingle over the door. Why. yes. I’ve done this many times before.” Christmas! What does that mean? Now. nine- teen hundred and thirty-nine years after the birth of Christ, we pause— As we pass the church, we hear voices sing out. Silent Night! Holy Night!. The whole church rings as the congregation joins in song. Then it soft- ens again, as a prayer. Farther down the street, we hear children's laughter as they tell each other what they expect Santa to leave them. Then as we journey through the streets, we meet busy shoppers rushing in and out of brightly lighted stores, each doing his last bit of Christmas buy- ing. Now everyone has assembled to wrap gifts. There is a rumble of laughter and voices as the packages are wrapped and put around the gaily decorated Christmas trees. After ’39, What Now as 1939 is about to pass on and we are faced with the future of 1940. let us stop to think about how much advancement has been made dur- ing the past year and how much will be made next year. Even in our own city there has been much im- provement. Modern store fronts have been added and numerous streets have been paved. Science has developed to the extent that clothing is made from corn, cotton seed, and such. New diseases have been discovered and also the causes of oth- ers. For the coming year, the advancement is re- vealed perhaps best in the new cars. They are superb in assuring comfort and safety. Each one should take an inventory of his ad- vancements made during 1939 and try to make 1940 much more profitable for himself and every one with whom he comes in contact. Dorene Snoke. who. for wiseness, deserves a sage’s wreath Has asked for a full set of wisdom teeth. While Howard Newsome asked for candy with the greatest of ease. And then added P. S.—No peppermint, please! Eleanor Raymond the diplomat, praised Santa's blonde, curly hair And marveled at the fact that he flew through the air. Remarking that he had the most lovely blue eyes. She added that a coupe would be a welcome sur- prise. Old Santa just chuckled as he read o’er the papers. Then laughingly said. These children, such capers. I couldn't refuse them they’re all so sincere. Sc Charlotte high will see me again this year.” —Lucile Goldman T ree to Promote Christmas Spirit at School Have you showed your Christmas spirit yet by contributing to our school Christmas tree fund? The school has had this fund for many years to promote better feelings among the students dur- ing the Christmas holidays. It should be continu- ed for years to come so that the students will henceforth enjoy the yuletlde spirit at school as well as at home. Next Monday morning when you come to school, you will see more light in the hall. As you look a round, behold a beautifully lighted tree, which will remain there until vaca tlon. THE COMMENTATOR This is a reproduction of the strayed letter that was found in the lower hall last week: Dear Santa, If you will give us all the vim. vigor, and vitality we shall need to win our games, we will be the happiest boys in the world. Very sincerely. C. H. S. Basketball Team Strawberry, raspberry, lemon, lime, pineapple, orange, or cherry is the seniors latest cry. 1 wonder if Mr. Gobel has noticed how industri- ous our honorable Jack Mate is the fourth hour. Is it possible all his writing is on school work, or is it to a certain blonde? How about It. Jack? Kate Mikesell seems to think that if she wears Clarence Squibb’� specks the fifth hour, she will be more vivid to Van. How's it working? Howard Newsome— Buck Newsome—Howard Newsome. If you aro wondering why Mr. Newsome's nume is appearing so fluently, it Is because he was found crying over the last Orange A Black, when he learned that his name was not written within Mary King seems to be the subject of n feud between Vernon Gresso and Jimmy Thornton. What is it all about? Eny. meny. miny. mo. Is it Ted. or is it Phil Is Elaine Bruce's latest problem. And to think Barbara Watterworth didn't know pigs wore vests! They even have Bugs in the navy now. don't they Bryan? The Speedwriter's club is not only picking up speed in shorthand and typing, but in sewing and skating. They dressed dolls for the Sunshine club, and last Friday had a skating party at Wells' roller rink. Quiet! Everyone has his ups and downs. This year's Football-Band banquet was certain- ly a great success. The food was grand und so was the entertainment. Plan on attending the senior dance tomorrow night. Have you read the advertisements? Ending: All persons requesting an apology may obtain a monographed copy at the White Owl on December 24. at 12 p. m. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. WE RESOLVE Looking around a bit. your reporter found out what some of our lads and lassies are resolving to do next year. Fred Wietlng—I resolve not to chew more than one package of gum a day during school hours. Lyle Sterling—I resolve not to study more than fifteen minutes a period. Bob Cox—I re- solve not to arrive In school in the morning until the middle of the first hour. Marilyn Canfield—I resolve to return my report card. Jim Spanlolo—I resolve to have a home room program Student body—We resolve to think up better excuses for being tardy. “Moe Braden—I resolve to do my chemistry in civics class. Leone Haddix—I resolve not to Jazz the Alma Mater or any other song about school. Howard Newsome—I resolve not to tell anybody that I want my name in the paper. Mr. VanVes- sem—I resolve not to assign eight news reports, but eighteen. Mr. McCall— I resolve to put more circles around the word “excused ! ! ! Your reporter —I resolve to write a better column. Jerry Fulton —I resolve to smash up more Buicks. It Isn’t So New The custom of celebrating the New Year dates back to the very dawn of civilization for nearly all people huve observed a New Year's celebration. The Chinese make merry their celebration by clos- ing their shops for several days. The Japanese festival is even gayer. No matter how poor he may be. every one buys new clothes and takes a three day vacation. In France. New Year’s day is more Important than Christmas for the peasants exchange gifts at that time. Scotland celebrates this holiday with a heartiness nowhere surpassed. The old-time tradition that to be first-foot” in a house brings good luck sends throngs of midnight revelers into the streets New Year’s eve. In America, the observance of New Year’s day is as varied as the different types of people that make up the new world. Every city and rural district has its own watch-night” service in the church and its dancing and theater parties. It doesn't matter how big or little the country. It has its own special way of welcoming the New Year. ORANGE A BLACK Page 3 Remember Back When. . . Mr. Anderson directed the high school hand? Some of the eighth graders had goofygoof parties, invented by the Ingenious Willie Wilcox? •'Ike' Frace. Chuck Briggs. Bob Hubei and others played cowboy and Indian at the Froebel school? You were eagerly awaiting the time that you could have your first date? The seventh grade girls at the Hawthorne played baseball (luring recess? Shirley Bring was always captain and Helen Grimes was ace batter? The mixers were held in the old gym and everyone came stag? Everyone covered the walls of the old study hall with balloons so that ho could hear them break? The old. old school building was being razed and everyone had pneu- monia because of running from one building to another in the cold? Lee Willis pranced across the stage leading the old strawberry short- cake? The seniors just had skip-day in- stead of the annual trip? Gloria Beebe had long curls and wore glasses? Max Bottomley attended school here a few years back? Basketball Background Basketball is probably the most popular of all winter sports in the United States It was Invented in 1891 at the training school of the Young Men’s Christian Association m Springfield. Massachusetts, by James Naismith. This grand old gentlemen died a few weeks ago. carrying with him the honor of being the creator of the most popular game in colleges, high schools, and other athletic clubs, during the winter months. Basketball is an unusually fast game. Therefore, those playing ac- quire the ability to think and move swiftly. The first games were played with rims off cheese boxes for hoops and an overshaped Inflated ball Naismith had the game played with baskets on the ground level, but later they were raised. Today, the game has very few basic changes from that of the original except for the increasing popularity. Don’t Get Mad Qirls! Rate Your Fellows This Is a letter received by one of our schoolmates from one of last year's graduates. Mind you. this is truth, not fiction. Dear Mary. I have something to tell you. but I hardly know where to begin. You see. I have never written it to anyone before. I should have told you be- fore I came here to school, but some how 1 couldn't. Now I realize that I can't go on any longer without letting you know. It may surprise you. or even hurt you. but don't let it affect your feelings for me in any way. I felt very badly when I first found It out and I don't know how it will affect you. You may cry. or it may not even bother you. If you have guessed it. Just skip It. for it will probably not mean anything to either of us ten years from now. Please don't be angry with me. for ! feel I am doing right by telling you. And I think that you. of all people, should know. Please believe me, Mary, when I say—there is no Santa Claus. Love and Kisses, “Guess Who Here are ten ways for you gals to rate your boy friends. Each point counts 10. The resulting score Is: 100, {superior; 60-90 fair; under 50, poor. ( ) Frequently compliments girl friend on her looks, clothes, cooking. [ etc. | ( ) Generous with his money, but I not a show off” or splurger . | ( ) Has high ideals and firm con- victions about right and wrong. ( ) Lets girl drive his car or teach- es her how. if she lacks ability. ( ) Mixes well with people. Gets along well with girl’s mother. Will go Into kitchen and help with the dishes. i ( ) Asks definitely for a date in- stead of leaving the girl in uncertain- ty, and asks far enough in advance to let her make her plans. I ( ) Is a good dancer. ( ) Is courageous and manly; is well liked by boys. ( ) Encourages a girl to maintain her ideals Instead of trying to break them down. ( ) Gives her presents which are appropriate or useful. Opportunity Did You Know? Because the Journalism class has | responsibility of writing, editing, and ' publishing the Orange Black, the other students of Charlotte high school can't know how much work and time is spent on it in order to' edit a successful paper. Reporters are assigned to a cer- tain story and by the deadline, they have had to obtain all the facts and have It written up ready for the copy- reader. Charlotte high school trades papers with seventeen different schools and colleges. These papers are for any student In the school to read or use for reference. This paper has won the Quill and Scroll International first place for the years '35. '36. and '37. A danca A data Perchanca Out latta A classa A quissa No passa Gee Wizza Did it ever occur to you that an Individual has to have ambition to i make a successful climb? And so it is with a small group, a class, or a nation. Ambition has been ever present about the school this year. The junior class almost broke a rec- ord selling magazine subscriptions. The seniors set Chicago as their goal in making plans for their trip. This is the first time, if they succeed, that a class has gone elsewhere than De- troit for its trip. They have made well over three hundred dollars sell- ing Christmas cards and wrappings. Jello. and baked goods. This proves that If one sets a definite goal in mind and strives to reach that goal, ambition Is not lacking In our school. Now. as there is a new year coming In, it Is a good time to resolve to seek higher goals in your school life and In your personal life. Follow the example which has been set before you. get ambitious, and follow that resolution. IN APPRECIATION The whole school joins into thank those who helped make this year's Junior Play a success. We wish to congratulate the cast itself for put- ting on a fine performance. William Austin for his untiring efforts in directing the play, and all others working on the production staff. I Red and Gold) Editor: This line is devoted to Philip.” Reader: To Philip who? Editor: To Philip Space. Save Now For Graduation First National Bank MERRY CHRISTMAS W. P. WILKINSON GROCERIES A CANDY 502 N. Main St. BEFORE THAT HOLIDAY TRIP Have your car filled and oiled at ROY HENNINGS STANDARD OIL FRIENDLY SERVICE YOU CAN HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS ! | WITH A PAIR OF OUR 1 ICE SKATES § 3 | MUNGER HARDWARE Co. | A Great Array OF Christmas jJtrms IN MEN'S and LADIES' APPAREL JERROLD.S NEW THINGS FIRST HCCCy UTlfl Hif COMMUNITY OIL COMPANY — SUPER SERVICE TEXACO PRODUCTS Corner Lawrence A Bostwick Aves. Lansing St. Our Slippers. Shoes. Snowboots. Rubbers. Galoshes Keep Your Feet Warm When The Snow Flies ALBERT MURRAY SHOE STORE SHOE SKATES Boys’ Soft Toe $3.98 Boys’ Hard Toe $4.98 Girls’ All White $3.98 MARKS STORES AGENCY Charlotte. Michigan Bicycle Repairing and Parts Yates Hardware m May This Christmas Be A i ? Happy One For Everybody CONSUMERS POWER COMPANY § MAIN 119 Dorothy L. Shop DORIS LEAK DOROTHY LEAK MORGAN MERRY XMAS ALL Page 4 ORANGE BLACK Edward Morey Chosen Ish'Ka Bibble Gets To Be Prom Chairman Ready For Season Edward W. Morey a 36 graduate of Charlotte high was chosen as gen- aeral chairman of the sophomore prom at Michigan ! State college. Bob Bush. of Charlotte high is co-chairman of publicity; Sid Nielsen is help-1 Ing to choose the band. Bill Garvey is on the program commit- tee. Maxine Richey is on the dec- orations committee. All these peo- ple are graduates of good old C. H. S. Don Smith, graduated by Charlotte and now attending Alma college, was selected as a member of the all con- ference M. I. A. A. team. 8 A’s Hold Party The SA’s held a Christmas party in the old gymnasium. December 12. from 7:00 till 9:00 p. m. They had drawn names and ex- changed gifts during this time. A tree was decorated with lights, and green and red streamers by Jack Green. Demese Rounds. Charles Siple. and Bob Bruce. Refreshments of punch and dough- nuts were served. Playing games and dancing provided the evening’s enter- tainment. The food committee consisted of Anne Gregarek. and Marjorie Papoi. (Christmas Attrartinns EATON THEATRE SUNDAY and MONDAY DEC. 24-25 MYRNA LOY AND WILLIAM POWELL IN “AnotherThin Alan'’ CHILDREN 10c ADULTS 25c B THEATER SUNDAY and MONDAY DEC. 24-25 WALTER CONNOLLY IN “HIGH GREY WALLS” CHILDREN 10c ADULTS 20c THIS COUPON AND 10c Admits One Student To See Joe E. Brown - Martha Ray IN $1,000 A Touchdown DEC. 20-21 EATON THEATRE At last winter has come, and the football season is over. I can hardly wait until the first basketball game comes, so that I may get out on the floor and sail around the other teams to deliver towels and rosin safely to my boys. I call them my boys be- cause most of them, who used me last year have gone, but they will come back to see me when we play our first game. It has been a long hard wait during the summer months. Just sitting on a shelf, afraid to move, for if I did I would fall off and maybe break u wheel or even scrub the paint off of the beautiful letters on my sides, and then I would be taken to the woodshop to be fixed by some of the boys that helped to build me. Bob Sparks and Don Lea got the; idea and drew the plans for me from one they saw at Olivet, which was brought there by Alma college, when they played basketball last year. 1 brought good luck to the team last season and hope to do the same during the future. I have rubber tires so as not to scratch the floor. You may have for- gotten me but 111 bet the team re- members all about little old Ish-ka- bibble. Well. I think that is all there Is to say for now. so 1 will see you at the St. Johns game. December 15. Going back to history. Howe lost the battle of Trenton because he didn’t know how. but Washington won be- cause he knew Howe. (The Normal College News) r AOBIASOn-BUICK Z ’•? Ijur � tvwvwvyiPwm r n T (i n Barber and L Tl I U 11 Beauty Service CHARLOTTE CANDY COMPANY JOHN COLIZZI Give LaFrance nciiEcy for Christmas We Have The Correct Weight and Shade for All Occasions 89c pr and $1.00 FRED A. RICHEY Co. Gift Wrapped Without Charge Band Festival Pictures To Arrive Here Soon Commercial pictures of the fifteen bauds participating in the Holland Tulip Festival are expected to arrive this week. These pictures were tak- en from the top of the grandstand and will show the formation of every band participating. The pictures are to be shown to the band students, and it is hoped that it can be arranged so that the entire student body can see them. Mr. Hynes stated that he hoped every student could see the pictures be- cause ’’It will give them a chance to see just what kind of competition the band is up against at Holland. The pictures have been shown all over the I’nlted States and are now in Iowa; Mr. Hynes stated that Wo can consider ourselves very privileg- ed to have obtained them. Home Economics Girls Plan Christmas Partv The girls of the seventh hour home 1 economics class have voted to have a Christmas party. Refreshments are to be purchased with money that was given to the economics department for serving at the Football-Band banquet. The girls drew names and each girl is to buy a ten cent present. DELUXE CLEANING SAN-I-SYSTEM FIELDER’S Main 636 We Call And Deliver GOOD FOOD Vera’s Restaurant REASONABLY PRICED HOLIDAY GREETINGS CIRCLE CAFE EATON COUNTY SAVINGS BANK LION AUTO PARTS PAINT - VARNISH • MOTOR OIL TIRES - RADIOS - BATTERIES AUTO PARTS and ACCESSORIES WHOLESALE A RETAIL fflrrrtj (Christmas FOWLER Chevrolet Sales Chevrolet Oldsmobile Girl Athletes Make Plans For Christmas Basket The Girls’ Athletic association held a meeting after school. December 12. In which they discussed plans for a Christmas basket, which will be d � llvered to some needy family. The club has been granted, by the student council, the privilege of sell ing apples during the noon hour, as to raise money for their letter Last week the 7A's and 8A’s elimin- ated the 7B’s. SB’s. 9B’s. and 9A’s In the first series of the dodge ball tournament. The second series was run off yes- terday after school with the tenth, eleventh, and twelfth grade girls participating. Volley ball games will start after the holidays. Some people say It is not a good practice to pick up hitch-hikers, but Dr. Emil Leffler. dean of Albion col- lege. say it is one good way to be- come acquainted with college students. Your Choice Of FRESH DRESSED FOWL FOR A MERRY CHRISTMAS ALLEN GREEN Leave Orders Early Main 424 COMPLIMENTS OF National Tea Store 101 COCHRAN AVE. You Will Find An Outstanding Selection of Gifts at WOOD’S DRUG STORE For the Entire Family Young’s Jewelry Shop Watches • Diamonds - SHverweare Clocks. G'assware • Dinnerware “GIFTS THAT LAST” Main 637 Exoert Repairing ORANGE BLACK Page 5 Orioles to Meet Sntorctass of '39 St. Johns Here Local Quintet To Begin Season Tomorrow In tbelr opening game of the 1939- 40 basketball season, the Charlotte! Orioles will meet a mediocre St. Johns quintet on the local floor to- morrow night. 1.41 1 year In winning the conference title the Orioles defeated the Red Wings twice, by the scores of 47-19 and 46-15. Murray Chandler. Max Tullls. El- died Toutant. Bob Baker, and Bob Ladd, last year's starting quintet, that won the conference champion- ship have graduated, however, four of last year's letter winners. Jack Mato. Fred Wieting. Jim Spaniolo. and Clar- ence Squibb, are returning for the coming cage season. For the fifth position on the team and for the first team reserves Coach Malcolm Oobel has the following boys to pick from: Wayne Terwilliger, •'Buck Newsome. Lyle Kane. Jim Burner. Kenny Bruce. Lynn Fow- ler. Pete Haines. Bill Walters, and Max Botlomley a transfer from Cooley high school In Detroit. A primary game will be held at 7:00. Mr. Austin Get up Fred, re- member. Its the early bird that gets the worm. Fred Wieting— Let him have 'em, I’m not hungry. It won't be long before the dif- ferent classes in school will be battl- ing it out for the championship of interclass basketball. Kenneth Brown, coach of the boys’ Interclass, states that he has a new setup. Instead of having a strong senior team winning all the games from the other teams. Mr. Brown de- cided to let the two senior teams play most of the season against each other, and also the juniors, sopho- mores. and freshmen to do the same. This will give a more evenly balanc- ed game. The four teams being highest in points will play each other, and the winners of those games will try for the championship. Games will pro- bably start before Christmas. Maps And More Maps If you have been in Van’s room lately, you have probably seen the wonderful display of maps he has there. Big maps and little maps, colored maps and plain maps, maps on a rack and maps on rollers, maps from newspapers and maps from magazines: he has them all. The set of maps reposing on a rack depicts the growth of the United States from early colonial times to the present day. Above the center of the black- board. on a roller, he has a large map of Europe. As for the walls, they are covered with maps too. These maps consist of both large and small maps. They show the general topography of the country. Its rain- fall. and the different sections of the world. Instead of the traditional little ditty to remember the number of days in the months, why not learn this one? Thirty days has September, April. June, and November All the rest have thirty-one. Unless you hear from Washington. HAROLD E. SMITH “A GOOD PLACE TO BUY HIS CHRISTMAS GIFT” THE TOGGERY SHOP SEASON’S GREETINGS Collins Grocery GREEN MEADOWS CHICKEN or STEAK DINNERS Served Complete for 65c LUNCHES and SANDWICHES A Good Place to Hold Your Parties Charlotte Phone Main 7111-F4 Basketballand Hockey Every Night at 6:30 FREE TO SKATERS at the Wells Roller Rink Afternoon Skating Groups 3:00-6:00 10c Per Person Notify Manager the Day Before TEACHERS FREE WITH GROUP IDeny Christmas WITH A PAIR OF SILK HOSE from IHorris 5c-$1.00 CHRISTMAS TREES FRUITS AND VEGETABLES AT BOB’S MARKET Side jCine Chat tor Bud llninmond. tackle for the Char- lotte Orioles, was elected Honorary Cnplain for the 39 football season. Being a senior he played his last game against Grand Ledge. His ab- sence in the line-up will be a hard one to fill. C. H. S. Again Charlotte high echoes to the resounding smack of the basketballs I as the Oriole thinclads begin prac- tice for the coming season. C. H. S. Wieting. Mate. Spaniolo. Squibb, I and Terwilliger is the probable line- up against St. Johns, which Is the first game. C. H. S. Although this man did not make a touchdown or any spectacular plays, he did keep the locker room clean and the equipment shining. He Is none other than our football man- ager. Clarence Betts. C. H. S. Basketball was delayed somewhat by the Junior play, the big gymnasium being filled with stage equipment. Practice was carried on in the old gymnasium but was handicapped slightly by the low celling. Mr. VanVessem (to class): When that person who Is making a fool of himself is finished. I'll start. SEASON’S GREETINGS OTTIS PARISH PLUMBING Jtevenscn ft die For BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS HEADQUARTERS FOR CHRISTMAS CANDY 10% DISCOUNT IN QUANTITY SALES KROGERS SEASON’S GREETINGS PACKARD’S MILL MERRY CHRISTMAS And HAPPY NEW YEAR A. M. SMITH CO. MERRY CHRISTMAS The VOITlBfRG Co. I Orioles To Meet Grand Ledge and Lakeview Soon With a comparatively new team in the line of service, the Oriole cage team will travel to Grand Ledge. De- cember 19. to tangle with the Blue and Gold Comets. During Christmas vacation, the Lakeview hardwood artists are going to avenge a former set back, dealt to them in a hard fought conference game by the Orioles last year. Although Charlotte lost five of last year'B starters, they are once more expected to be strong contenders for the Capitol Circuit title. Perhaps the hardest played game the Charlotte eager encountered last season was the one with the tall boys from Battle Creek Lakeview. The final score was Charlotte 26; Lake- view. 25. Howard Newsome has Invented a glass eight ball so when he is behind It he can see through it. (The Hunt- ingtonian). Charlotte Production Credit Association LOANS TO FARMERS Interest Rate 4 2% Per Annum IDEAL GIFT FOR HER CHRISTMAS Jessie G. Stine Frock Shop MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL Standard Electric Co. Give Something Electrical for Christmas ALL KIDDIES Of Charlotte and Vicinity are Cordially Invited to Come to the RENU SHOE SHOP December 25 and MEET SANTA CLAUS He Will Give To Each One A Big Bag Full of Candy Re-Nu Shoe Shop ______SAM VITALE_____ iflrrni Christmas AND Happy Nrut flrar FROM WILCOX - GAY CORPORATION MERRY CHRISTMAS Gifts for the Home Furniture. Undertaking and Ambulance Service PRAY COMPANY Both Phones Page 6 ORANGE 4. BLACK Seniors Lead Honor Roll For Second Marking Period ♦----------------------------- NUvfr 1«, I y : .l Stanke. LaGreta Strickland. Juliette Juniors Next In Line, With g|UC|tyf Rutb Towns, and Lester Will- Twenty-two Mentioned lams ---- Home room 151—Jack Snow. Fay The second marking period of the Upright, and Bill Watson, year ended November 22, with the Home room 152—Pat Beechler. seniors taking the lead in scholastic Harold Cherry, and Shirley Clay, standings by having five girls receive Home room 154—Ann Gregarek all A s. and Dorothy Middaugh. The juniors came next with a total Home room 203-Julia Grier. Leone of twenty-two students on the honor Haddlx Roberl Huber. E8thor Kelly, roll The seventh grade followed Klma Kiai88 al, A.8, JuIla Lewis, with sixteen. Next came the fresh- Jack Mal0 Kathleen Mikesell all men class with twelve; the soph- A.a Vada MU|er aU A's. Howard omores with eleven, and last the New80me Marlan Noe. and Jane eighth grade with seven. Peters Those making the honor roll were Home room 204—Richard Davis, as follows: Dorothy Dean. Robert Lipsey, Jean- Home room 111—Don Fields. Char- elte Gardner. Pauline Marisch, and les Rybnikar. Martha Snow. Arlene iri8 oimstead. Home room 205--Ellen Farlin. Dor- aln Hettmanspergcr, and Annabelle LaTorre. Home room 210—Max Hosmer. Ila- mae Lawrence. Doris Mason all A’s, Marilyn Orr and Shirley Osborn. Home room 211—Bruce Garling- house. Jane Mulholland. Frances Ry- bnikar. Dorothy Sharp. Allan Tower, and Betty Weaver. Home room 250—Connie Beebe. Marietta Denison. Esther Jones. June Mayhew. Dale Smith, and Alleen Young. Home room 251—Joan Barnes, Cal- vin C8atlos. and Ella Norris. Home room 252—Reta Bracy. Carla Farrier. Mary Ellen Freed. Vernon Gresso. Mary Lou Keeler. Joan Ker- stetter, Doris Miller. Clara Mae Mor- ey. Maurine Nielsen. Betty Sumerix, Joyce Sutherland. Phyllis Wlotzke, Joe Pray, and Jack Hess. Home room 302—Hazel Adams, Helen Akas. Shirley Bring all A's. Nelson Clark. Jean Cottrell. Max Rot- tomley, Norman Dodge, and Lucille Goldman. Home room 303—Delton Smith, Dorene Snoke all A s. Helen Yaw Dodge Williams. Marian Williams, and Eleanor Raymond. Home room 306—Esther Bradley. Beatrice Clark, and Betty Scovlll. Home room 307—Lynn Fowler. WRIGHTS Use Our Lay Away Plan Now For (ShrifitmaB hupping SEASON’S GREETINGS The R. S. Spencer Co. Call Main 63 SHELDEN SANDERS LUMBER COMPANY LUMBER. COAL. COKE and BUILDERS’ SUPPLIES PAINTS and VARNISHES WE HAVE PRESENTS FOR MOTHER, DAD SISTER and BIG BROTHER --♦— J. J. NEWBERRY DON’T FORGET OUR DELICIOUS ICECREAM for Your Christmas Dinner 5 CHARLOTTE HOME DAIRY n • s i It’s Christmas Again Our Store is Aglow with the f FOR CHRISTMAS and NEW YEARS CANDY. FRUITS. NUTS. CIGARS — ALL KINDS $ MAIN SWEET SHOP BRUNO SPAGNUOLO 3 b ft NOE RADIO ELECTRIC SERVICE For Reliable Radio Electric Repair Call at 237 N. Sheldon Phone Main 788 Spirit of Christmas b J Give Appropriate “Wearable Gifts” to all the family § FRED MURRAY Co. 5 SHOES. HOSIERY and HANDBAGS b What’ Christmas Without Humming Bird Hosiery A thrill in Hosiery Glamour, also The Perfect Fitting SHOW GIRL SUP in Tea Rose and White SEASON’S GREETINGS A. C. CHENEY Funeral Home L. L. JOHNSON LUMBER CO. HAVE YOUR LAUNDRY Done the Easy Way So You Can Really Enjoy The HOLIDAY SEASON • Community Laundry THE Winnie Brown Shop For The Holidays Have Plenty of Nuts and Candy On Hand From JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE b BOXED CANDY Homemade Candy Schraffts J 7RPRTV Anise Br°ok ’ X 1 Butterscotch Sq. Gilbert’s Peanut Candy Bunte SWEETS Peanut Brittle Complete Line for Christmas CANDY • CIGARS - CIGARETTES - PIPES b i bi TRY COLIZZI FOR HOMEMADE CANDY OUR SINCERE WISH TO YOU C.H.S. is Health and Happiness FOR 1940 Smith Edwards The Firestone Kelvinator Store HemesnMe i McGRATH-DeFOE CO. P linteM When you want a job of printing without fuss or feathers; or something fancy in colors. We are specialists in all kinds. ORANGE BLACK Paqe 7 Juniors Present Annual Play; Honors To Wilcox “Grumpy.” the junior play, was pre- «entcd Friday. December 1. at 8:15 before an audience of about six hundred fifty persons. The director. William Austin, i gtatt-8 that the cast improved one hundred per cent in the last four rehearsals and therefore gave a very commendable performance. with special mention to Willis Wilcox, who created a character and held It exceedingly well during the entire play The cast consisted of Mrs. Maclar- en. Marilyn Orr: Virginia. Rosemary t Parkhurnt; Dr. Maclnren. Bud Beech- lor; Keble. Philip Sherman: Susan. Frances Hlgby; Ernest. Lynn Fow- ler; Mr. Bullivant. GrumpyWillis Wilcox; Merridew, Carroll String- ham; Dawson. Byron Walters; Jarvis. Lester Blsel; Ruddock. Bob Rauser; and Mr. Valentine Wolfe. Stanley Burt. After the completion of the third act Barbara Watterworth. as repre- sentative of the junior class, present- ed the class advisers. Mrs. Alleen Combs. Russell Steffens, and William Austin, with gifts. The production staff was headed by William Austin, director. Others were; Robert Huber, assistant direct- or: Mrs. Alleen Combs, costumes and publicity: Russell Steffens, proper- ties and sotting; Jerry Fulton and Barbara Watterworth, prompters; Fred Wleting. stage manager; Dale Shumaker. Robert Spotts, and Char- les Lea. assistant stage managers; Howard Thompson, and Richard Tharp. property committee; and Mary Helen Cowan. Marilyn Canfield, makeup. Durner— Benny. whats grape- nuts? Sterling—“Guys that drink grape juice! HOLIDAY GREETINGS STRECK’S INSURANCE AGENCY SPECIAL UNTIL CHRISTMAS 4 Skirts or 3 pr. Trousers $1.00 Suits 69c or 2 for $1.25 DRAPER’S We Operate Our Own Plant Dry Cleaning and Steam Pressing I Phone Main 1 Delivery 8ervlce MERRY CHRISTMAS WE HAVE A COMPLETE SELECTION OF DISHES. VASES. FIESTA and LAMPS THE GIFT SHOP MAKE A CORONA XMAS MORNING STAR Organizations Honored At Football-Band Banquet Hynes and Gobel Present Members Of Band and Football Squad Members of the football squad and senior band were honored at the an- nual Football-Band banquet held in the high school gymnasium. De- cember 5. Joseph Holsinger. back field coach at Michigan State college, was the guest speaker. He mentioned several incidents which he witnessed while coaching in the states of Florida. Wisconsin. Ohio, and Michigan. Paul Bond presented the toastmaster of the occasion. Dr. A. J. Garltnghouse. Ward Hynes introduced the band nnd Coach Malcolm Gobel presented the football squad, with special men- tion of Bud Hammond, captain of the 1939 team. Kenneth Abbott, baritone horn soloist from Michigan State college, played two selections. A musical quartet with Dorothy Sharp. Chris- tine Hoover. Clifford Sharp and Lil- lian Casler played during the course of the meal. Invocation was given by Reverend Russell McConnell and community singing was led by Harlan McCall, who was accompanied by Mrs. Rich- ard Shaull. A local Hawaiian guitar trio, con- sisting of Edward Shamp. Milford Hoover, and Christine Hoover, played three numbers. Five Schools Compete In Local Judging Contest The scores for the county grain and apple judging contest held in Charlotte, November 22. between Charlotte. Olivet. Grand Ledge, Belle- vue. and Eaton Rapids were as fol lows: Grain Apple Charlotte 1055 Olivet 1095 Grand Ledge 1040 Charlotte 1065 Olivet 1010 Gr. Lodge 1010 E. Rapids 960 Bellevue 910 Bellevue 926 E. Rapids 735 The three high scoring individuals in the apple contest were: Dale Shu- maker. Charlotte, with a score of 385; J. Thomasson. Olivet. 370; and K. VanAlstine. Grand Lodge. 340. High scores In the grain contest were: Dale Shumaker. Charlotte, with a score of 370; S. Bunhar. Grand Ledge. 360; and Baker of Olivet. 340. In their meeting Friday. December 1, the F. F. A. discussed plans for the future. The junk raid which wag to be held Saturday. November 25. was postponed to Saturday. December 9. The F. F. A. boys went to Grand Rapids. Thursday. December 7. to be in an apple judging and identification contest. They were gone all day. DEBATE TEAM This evening at 7:30 p. m. in Miss Winifred Wells' room. 111. the af- firmative debate team of Charlotte will meet the negative debate team of Ionia. Lucille Goldman. Etta Mae Goff, and Elden Dymond make up the af- firmative team for Charlotte and will give their first performance of the year. Richard Bilbie, the director, states that everyone is welcome to come to the debate. Assembly Honors Band And Football Members Christmas Decorations Have you noticed how some of our ambitious and artistic classmates are decorating our great institution for the Christmas season? The Student Council has a plan which allows all the students to help in some way to contribute to the fund which makes possible the yule- tide decorations. Contributions may be made any noon in the lower cor- ridor of the senior high building, where a box has been placed to re- ceive the pennies, nickels, and dimes. TRAVEL CLUB Travel club members have drawn names and will exchange gifts at their party, which is to be held Mon- day night. December 19. Games will be played and refresh- ments of popcorn, candy and apples will be served. The program committee consists of Vada Miller. Marietta Denison, and Pat Beechler. In the assembly Tuesday. Decem- ber 5. pictures of the football team and band in action two years ago were shown. In this movie the band had just purchased their new uni- forms. A lot of the players of the football team and the band were introduced personally, but most of the time they were shown in action as a whole. Jerry Sherman was the chairman of the assembly. The pictures were taken by Doc” Snyder and were presented to the high school by some of the Charlotte merchants. STUDENT LUNCHES LATCHAW’S GRILL Sandwiches of All Kinds Chicken Dinners on Sunday 50c MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL MERRY CHRISTMAS And A HAPPY NEW YEAR Miller Jones and Co. MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Gran. Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan SEASON’S GREETINGS FROM AL and BILL Charlotte's Friendly Store DON’T FREEZE UP CHRISMAS EVE 5 USE STANDARD ANTIFREEZE J BAUM’S SERVICE STATION -----Charlott ' Michiaan- ___ — - - - a ■ 3 5 jm X i 3 I 5 | )■ | — a 5 •m X y ON Pioneers Used Logs to Keep the Fires Going WE KEEP THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT GOING WITH OUR COAL M E R R Y X M A S COLBORN-FULTON LUMBER CO. PHONE MAIN 9 Page 8 ORANGE BLACK Club Jilbum GIRLS’ ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION The Girls’ Association Is sponsor- ing a series of dances in the old gymnasium every Tuesday from 4:00 until 5:30. They are called “Tea Dances. Each week a different type of dance is stressed such as the waltz, polka, square dancing, etc. Fifteen minutes is allowed for this. The music is furnished by a vie- trola. The admission is ten cents a per- son or fifteen cents a couple, which includes either two girls or two boys, or a boy and a girl. “C CLUB The C club met Monday. No- vember 27. and discussed plans for the assembly they are to sponsor In the near future. After the fellows receive their football letters, an initiation for the new members is to be held. The club sent Rube Snyder a basket of fruit during his recent ill- ness. RURAL STUDENTS At their meeting December 6 the rural students planned a Christmas party to be held at Roger Peck’s home. They are also going to have their pictures taken with twenty-three wishing to do so. SPEEDWRITERS The Speedwriters spent Friday evening. December 8. at the roller skating rink. They are now making plans for an assembly to be given the first week of school after Christmas vacation. Those on the committee are: Wanda Scott. Shirley Bring. Virginia Bryan and Margaret McUmber. FOOTLIGHTEERS In the last meeting of the Foot- lighteers. plans were discussed for a Christmas party. The club has purchased a book “Acting which consists of the first six lessons, and new curtains have been purchased by the school board for the stage in room 111. SEASON’S GREETINGS E. G. Shinner Our friends Jo Lucke. '39. and Kathryn Willis. ’37. are now employed at the Bell telephone office. Jo previously worked at the Kroger store and Helen Keith. '39. has taken her place. Kathryn has been employed at the Morris store. Franklin Loucks. ’39. a post-grad- uate at Charlotte, who suffered a gunshot wound in his right foot on November 29. while hunting deer near Clare, returned to his home on December 7. from the St. Lawrence hospital. Lansing. Doctor John Well- man. the bone specialist in charge, stated that at the end of two or three months, a bone might be grafted onto the shattered bone. Franklin was wounded when his rifle accidently discharged while he sat on a stump, the bullet shattering the bone in his instep. He was taken to Clare hos- pital and then to St. I awrence in Lansing on November 30. GIRL RESERVES A Christmas party will be held by the Girl Reserves for the needy child- ren of the grade schools. It will be at the high school in the home ec- onomics department. Monday eve- ning. December 18. The program will start at seven o'clock. Each child will receive a gift from Santa Claus. Afterwards re- freshments will be served. The committee for this party is Frances Higby. games; Wilma Barnes, invitations; Juliette Stucky. refresh- ments; and Martha Snow, names of children eligible to attend the party. Four plays have been cast. They are: Uncle Bob’s Bride. While The Toast Burns. Squaring It With The Boss, and New Girl In Town. HOLIDAY GREETINGS EATON COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPT CHARLOTTE CAFE The Home of Good Food. We serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Phone Main 306 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS Why Not Buy These in Charlotte? Tell us what you want — If we have not got it in stock we will have it in a few days subject to your APPROVAL CARLISLE RADIO AND MUSIC SERVICE (Over the Jerrold Store) SPECTATOR PUMPS - SADDLE OXFORDS EVENING SLIPPERS - PURSES - HOSIERY We Have Them All! ecifpiN’s SHOE STORE SHOES SUITABLE FOR ANY OCCASION ft ft i ft Hammond And Spaniolo Guests at State Banquet Captain Bud Hammond and Jim Spaniolo left tackle and left half back respectively of the Oriole foot- ball squad were honored at the an- nual Michigan State football banquet last Saturday as two of the outstand- ing players in the state. This is the first time that a Char- lotte player has attended this ban- quet since Don Smith did four years ago. Over one hundred fifty football players in Michigan attended the banquet. The all state teams were named by Dick Remington. The guest speaker was James Gheen. New York humorist. Coach Bachmun gave the Spartans their awards, and the Croix de Guerre was presented to the outstanding football gridmen on the State's squad by Gov- ernor Luren Dickinson. Professional Directory f Drs. Sevener and Sevener Physicians and Surgeons DONALD F. COLE Dentist DR. GARLINGHOUSE Ear - Nose - Throat - Eye Osteopathic Physician DR. W. A. VANCE Dentist §K. A. ANDERSON, M. D. --------------------i I DR. J. B. DOWDIGAN Dentist I I Over Newberry Store Compliments of 5 Dr. John Lawther, M. D. ft--------------------- | m. | ERNEST G. DAVIDS 6 _____________________ I m) x I I HOMER BAUER ft S LEWIS J. DANN Attorney Hoffner and Haigh Visit Chicago Livestock Show Clarence Hoffner and Amos Ilalgh. both 4-H club members attended the International Livestock Kxposlttou at Chicago, which ran from ! � cember 2 to 9. Clarence won the state wot i identification contest at the State Fair last September which entitled him to the trip to Chicago, where he will compete in the national contest. Clarence has shown outstanding ability in wood working for several years, taking many prizes on his ex- hibits at local and State Fairs. Amos Haigh was sent through the I courtesy of the Michigan Horse I Breeders Association. The trip was awarded to him for his outstanding efforts in colt club activities. DR. C. A. SNYDER Optometrist DR. ZEDERBAUM Dentist Charlotte and Lansing C. B. FISK BANGS I I 5__________________________8 ft 5 {Dr. F. W. Sassaman, M. D.ft 1 j ft------------------------ft I tv 4 C. D. HUBER, M. D. I i D. J. WIGHT Dentist Over Gamble Store S | B. P. BROWN, M. D. f Physician and Surgeon i---------------------- |dR. GEORGE E. WILSON! § 3 123 West Lawrence Ave. CLARK O. RUDESILL Chiropractor GEORGE W. WATSON Attorney at Law Compliments of A FRIEND BE AT THE HASTINGS OAME SAT. COME TO THE OPERETTA FEB. 14 Volume 14 CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN, WEDNESDAY. JANUARY 24. 1940 ISSUE 7 Officials Change Date of Musical Operetta Will Be Staged Wednesday, Feb. 14 Rehearsal for Crocodile Island, the operetta which Is to be given by the senior high chorus February 14. have been held from 4:00 to 5:30 and during glee club period, since Wednes- day. January 10. Kldeti Dyinond is taking the part of Mr McSnooxer. The operetta cast now numbers seventy. Including the chorus. Sarah Roas is In charge of the danc- ing. and the journalism class is handling the advertising and business a fTaii . “The Sailors Chorus. a new addi- tion to the cast, consists of ten boys. Thev are: Lowell Shumaker. Roger Perk. Clarence HofTner. Byron Wal- ters. Allen Towers. J Allen Caughey. Douglas Fletcher. Richard Goodrich, Clarence Betts, and Dale Shumaker. Junior Class Sponsors 'What’s My Name?’ Quiz Use Names of Two Teachers, Five Seniors and A Sophomore A What’s My Name? program was given Friday. January 12. by the Junior class. Three clues were given for each of the following names: Mr. Jacob VanVessem. Miss Sarah Ross. Vada Miller. Leone Haddix. Howard New- some. Kathleen Mlkesell. and Fred Wieting. Lynn Fowler and Rosemary Park- hurst acted as master and mistress of ceremonies and the contestants were: Lester Blsel. Frances Higby. Gerry Fulton. Carroll Strlngham. Bob Spots, and Doris Mason. For originality in this program, Frances Higby. Marilyn Canfield, and Ruth Town played “Charmalne. on their saxophones. Bud Beechler and Lynn Fowler, as “Uncle Rice and “Uncle Cash read the funnies. Phyllis Andrews sang Last Night , accompanied by Gerry Fulton. A short pep meeting closed the assembly, of which Marilyn Orr was chairman. Instrumental Department Gives Theater Program The Veterans of Foreign Wars spon- sored a stage performance at the Ea- ton theater. January 16 and 17. Bob Huber acted as master of cere- monies for the performance. The film was Our Neighbors the Carters.” and the musical and dancing program consisted of a sax trio, com- posed of Frances Higby, Marilyn Can- field. and Phyllis Andrews: Joan Bar- nes and Mary King gave a novelty dance; Leone Haddix. Betty Sparks and Carl Payne, drum majors, twirl- ed their batons: and the German band played. Those In the band are Bob Cove. Phil Sherman. Jack Y’oungs. Fredrick A. Youngs and Charles Lee. The music was furnished by the In- strumental department of the high school. Hi-Y To Banquet Parents First row—Gordon Cheney. Philip Sherman, Robert Ranter. Max Hotmer, Jim Spamolo, Dorr Love. Howard Newsome, Raymond Snyder. Jack Mate. Second row—Richard Bilbie, assistant adviser. Willis Wilcox, Robert Gidner. Lyle Sterling, Clarence Squibb, James Wood, Lyls Olmttead, Harlan McCall, adviser. Third row—Fredrick A. Young. Stanley Burt, Lyle Kane. Robert Huber. Bud Hammond, Robert Cox. William Lowe. Philip Frace. Lynn Fowler. Charlotte Football Captain Receives Honorary Award Bud Hammond Is One Of Seventeen To Be Given Certificate Bud Hammond, captain of the 1939 football team, was awarded the Sports- man’s Award by the Football Officials Association. This is the first year this award has ever been given, and only seventeen fellows, selected from all the team in Michigan, received this award. The •«elections were made by referee who officiated association football games. The officials who voted In making the selections had to be registered Michigan State high school Athletic Association officials. Bud has been a regular on the Char- lotte teams for the past three years and won this award because he has always played clean and has been a good sport. The referees, in making the selec- tions based their opinions on the player's sportmanshlp. conduct, and other actions which make a good athlete. Bud was given the award during an assembly Friday. January 19. by Har- lan McCall. He received a certificate, and a duplicate certificate was given to the school for the trophy case. Losing Rooms Entertain VanVessem’s ‘Winners’ Mr. Jacob Van Vessem’s home room. No. 203. was given a party Thursday night. January 18. Mr. Earl Mead and Mrs. Marena Kipllnger’s home rooms gave the party, as they lost the con- test between the senior home rooms to see who could raise the most money from hake sales. The two losing home rooms brought the food for the supper which was at 6:30 P. M. After the supper a dance wa held In the old gym with the new recordlo � upplylng the music. The approximate total made on the three bake sales was $30.00. Monday February 12. the Charlotte Hi-Y club will hold its annual parents’ night potluck supper. Merrill Eny- eart state Hi-Y secretary, will be the guest speaker. The committees for the occasion are: entertainment. Jim Spaniolo. Gordon Cheney, and Howard Newsome; invitations. Willis Wilcox, and Philip Frace: and food, Robert Rauser. Carroll Strlngham. and Max Hosmer. The Hi-Y’ served at the Masonic Temple for the Farmers-Merchants banquet. January 11. and for the Knights Templar. January 16. January 25 the club plans to go to the Battle Creek swimming pool. Max Hosmer is chairman of the transporta- tion committee. Neiv Semester To See Changes The second semester is to bring a few changes in our schedule. Litera- ture and composition classes will in- terchange. while the journalism class- es will be changed to only one. during the second hour. Economics class will lie seventh hour and occupations fourth. Instead of first. Trigometry. also a new class, will Assemble fourth hour. A new group of students from the Grammar and Hawthorne school will enlarge our enrollment to about 640 students. Dots-N -Dashes Jan. 26—Mixer (Forget those Exams). Jan. 26—End of semester. (Get a fresh start). Feb. 1—Drum Major Contest (Michigan State College). Feb. 2 — Marionette show (Teachers Club). Feb. 6 — Teachers Institute— (We need the rest). Feb. 6—Gd. Ledge (Basketball) (Another Victory?). Sophomores Plan Student Mixer To Be Fourth and Last Mixer of Semester Friday evening. January 26. the sophomores will sponsor the fourth mixer of the year under the super- vision of Miss Patricia Verdier, Mr. W. R. Rolfs, and Mr. Wendel Ander- son. The committee as appointed by Lyndon Cole, vice president, are: decoration committee. Bill Brake, chair- man. Lyndon Cole, Shirley Clay. Ros- ella McIntyre. Don Bottomley. Betty Weaver; refreshment committee. An- nabelle Latorre. chairman. Douglas Fletcher. Joyce Smith. Willard Mlke- sell. Elwood Martin; clean-up commit- tee. Marietta Denison, chairman. Char- les Richard. Herbert Stacy. Garner Thrall. Mr. Anderson will make the neces- sary arrangements for handling tic- ket . The price of admission Is 20 cents per person. 35 cents a couple, and 25 cents per person for alumni. The student council plans to have Louie Coleman’s orchestra from Ionia supply music for the evening. The doors will be opened at 8:30 and will close at 9:30. Athletic Recreational Field In View For Coming Year Possible That Football Field Will Be Lighted For Night Games A committee of the city council and the hoard of education has been working to secure an athletic and re- creational field for the Charlotte school system. The city has expressed a willing- ness to lease the present athletic field to the board for this purpose, and the board wishes to secure gov- ernment assistance in this project. An engineer is working on tentative plans, and Superintendent Dykhonse states that U is hoped that definite plans may soon be announced. If possible, the football field will he equipped with lights for night games, and an effort will be made to have It ready at the beginning of the football season next year. Junior Class Sends For Class Rings and Pins Orders for junior class rings and pins will be sent Friday. January 19. They are expected to be received with- in a month. There are several differ- ent styles at different prices. Three- fourths of the total amount must be paid when sent for. About thirty have ordered rings and pins to date. Mrs. Combs says this Is a much larger order than has been sent for a number of years. The prices range from $7.15 to $7.95. for rings, and $3.25 to $4.50 for the pins. Page 2 ORANGE A BLACK H37-J8) M ORANGE BLACK Published Bi weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Quill and Scroll International First Place Award, '35, 36, '37. ’38 Subscription Rates. $.75 Executive Board Staff Publisher .............................Vada Miller Managing Editor .....................Helton Smith Editor-In-Chief .....-...............Norman Hodge Business Manager ...........................Gordon Cheney Advertising Manager ...........Maynard Davidson Faculty Adviser ............................Harlan McCall Reporters ............. Rest or Journalism Class Then Comes Exams Why are semester exams necessary? When this question is put. a reluctant attitude would suggest an elimination of the final, under the assumption that ev..y student never tails io cover his or her daily assignments. These result in sud- den spurts of anxiety and extra work anyway. We have finals because they stimulate the ten- dency to review. Most of us do no more than is assigned; thus exams are assigned for this pur- pose. When a semester’s work is covered, we find that the majority of the material is rather hazy. We study the subject, each topic in turn, which, at first, seems rather disconnected, until we re- view all the units and see them in a more general and associated light. As a result our memory is refreshened. Supose we had never taken high school exams and ( planned on entering college, keeping in mind that in college the exams are much ’stiffer’, and count more; in some courses being the only mark; Just how calm and self-confident would we be be- fore these tests? There is no arbitration, we would have to accept the circumstances as they are. For- tunately. the experience in writing exams will help to avail the situation to us. Exams do cause some anxiety and more work, but isn't it really worth it? There Is A Purpose Since the actions of our debate team have been set pretty well in the background, it follows that the majority of the school is unaware of its accomplishments—or for that matter, Its exist- ence. The publicity handed to debate has con- sisted of a meagei two column-inches in three Orange A Black editions; the stories being plac- ed on the third or fourth pages of the same. On the other hand, news stories of much less importance were placed strategically on the front page of the above editions with write-ups consisting of four to five columns inches. For these reasons an attempt to picture the incalculable worth of such a team to the school is not without purpose. To begin with, debate is more than an extra-cur- ricular activity, one must study and apply him- self to the numerous situations that are created in presenting and upholding an issue. Oratorical- ly prominent schools have regular classes in de- bating. lousing Eastern. Comstock and Grand Rap- ids Lee are all examples. There is a rumor to the effect C. H. S. might employ this system in '41. There is an advantage in using school time for practice. No one can resort to the thread-worn excuse of not having enough time, for being absent —regular classes would make it Imperative for the enrolled to be present. As a whole debate practices are very delightful. Debaters find it entertaining as well as scholasti- cally profitable. At the first of the semester newcomers were not aware of the rudiments of formal speaking—now they are able to match wits with their opponents with a degree of self-confidence. If you care to be cured of stage-fright, you should take up formal oratory. Debaters find it comforting to be able to talk in front of an audience with the assurance of not being laughed at. One establishes an ex- tensive vocabulary when he extemporizes. In de- bating there is a chance for a good deal of that sort of thing. There is always a certain amount of unawareness in debating. A Profitable Sport One Big Laugh and One Big Thrill The one big laugh is Gulliver's Travels (Para mount). Filmed in technicolor (like Snow White) t It is-a full length feature picture in animated cartoon form. It classifies, though, not as fairy tale but as ‘tall story —a great big whopper of a sailor’s yarn, told by Lemuel Gulliver, an English sailor who in the year 1699. shipwrecked during a fur- ious gale, finally reaches an uncharted island in- habited by the strange little kingdom of Lilliput. a race of tiny people, the tallest of whom is no more than six inches. The animated picturlzation of Gulliver’s Travels, only extravagant praise is appropriate. In technicolor, the portrayal is so vivid and life- like that one is lost in admiration and wonder as to how what Is seen can be produced by the skill and art of man; the whole scene Is real magic As to the action, it is comedy, melodrama, tragedy, etc., etc., all combined in one marvelous miniature drama, provoking laughter, thrills, and even tears.—Boy's Life. A successful team learns that in order to be con- I vincing. it must apply certain fundamental truths, i a desire to search untiringly for the truth, a grouping of all material secured, and a simple, direct method of presentment. And after all. isn’t j that what most of us would like to be able to do? Believe it or not, students have many chances to show their ability to be convincing throughout the day. Are you frequently on the winning end, or vice versa? The procedure of a debate practice is perhaps more appealing to the outsider than a straight forward, competitive meet with some other school. To begin with, the former follows an unprepared- four course—then, the speakers feel more free to express themselves In language that scorns the opponent’s argument. There Is no yoke of set rules placed on the individual. He feels free to say anything he likes to tear down the op- ponent's contention. It Is surprising how much one can learn by look- ing up material concerning the topic to be proved. Quantities of literature are handed out to all those who desire to prepare themselves for the contest. No debater is prepared without the knowledge of the opposite team’s policy. With this in mind, we can see why most of the first part of debate sea- son is spent in research. A good deal of reading is done and the person who reads most extensive- ly Is most likely to be best informed and able to refute. By the way. to refute means to prove to be false or erroneous, if you ever run across It in connection with speech. Following research comes the oral clash of ideas —that is debating. Personality Paragraphs Something for all the gals to look forward to; The seniors are planning to sponsor u leap year dance sometime in the near future to which the girls will Invite the boys. The boys can look for- ward to it as the bills are all on the girls. Familiar voices at the senior party last Thursday night: “Moe” Braden. How about some mors spuds?”; Shirley Bring. Oh. did I get anything on my dress? ”, Gloria Beebe. Now. who can I get to dance with me this time? Quite a number about school took advantage of the good Iceskating during vacation and the past week or two. Many of our students were really cutting some fancy figures, including Martha Snow. Barbara Watterworth. Dorene Snoke. Frank Elies. Ike Frace. and Junior Gresso. We have had fairly good crowds at all our basketball games. However, there Is always room for more. Two musicians about school brought their tal- ents to light the other day in speech class. Curly” Goodrich and Lee Willis gave a so-called radio speech in which Curly played the guitar and harmonica while Lee sang and called square dances. Mary King and Joan Barnes did a clever Job of acting in a Bowery Dance at the V. F. W. show last week at the Eaton theatre. The three drum majors. Leone Haddix. Betty Sparks, and Carl Paine twirled and the German hand fur- nished some good entertainment- Phyllis An- drews. Marilyn Canfield, and Fran Higby play- ed in a sax trio, and Bob Huber showed his ability as master of ceremonies. Odds and Ends Girls! It's leap year. Do you know what that means?—How did you like the Hf-T boys’ initia- tion symbols—The end of the first semester is almost here, are you worried?—What fad will follow the snow-boots and snow-suits?—Have you ever had the desire to chew gum in classes, espec- ially in Miss Wells’ or Mr. Hynes’?—Isn’t our senior class president Mr. Newsome, full of good humor (notice him in the halls). Did you know one of our salutatorians of last year is back in school? She’s taking a P. G. course. Her name? Virginia Stocking—Doesn’t this cold and snappy weather do something to you though? Van enjoys the smart pupils in his seventh hour civics class. What stories some of the lockers could tell. If they could only talk—It won’t Ik long before the versatile students In the Journalism classes will sponsor a carnival.—Activity tickets for the second semester will be on sale soon. How did you like the movie of the different bands which were at Holland last year? They reully did their stuff”, especially our own band, “good old C. H. S.”—Did you know the seniors are trying to raise enough money to go to Chicago? Come on seniors, show ’em you can do it!—So, cheerio. Editorial Facts and Figures In the files of Charlotte high school some very interesting things can be found. For instauce. here is how the seniors have stood for the past four years. 1936—19 seniors had the average of B-A 27 seniors had the average of OB 28 seniors had the average of D-C 1937—20 seniors had the average of B-A 37 seniors had the average of C-B 28 seniors had the average of D-C 1938—21 seniors had the average of B-A 46 seniors had the average of C-B 31 seniors had the average of D-C 1939—20 seniors had the average of B-A 50 seniors had the average of C-B 34 seniors had the average of D-C 1940—? ? ? ? ? ? ? 9 Miss Snoke (visiting at farm)— And why are you running that steam roller thing over that field? Neil T. We’re raising mashed potatoes this year.” Patient Shall I know anything when I come out of the ether? Doctor—Well, that’s expecting a great deal of an anesthetic. ORANGE BLACK Page 3 C. H.S. Defeats Islanders In Sixth Game of Season Cagers Avenge Armistice Day Game January 19 By 21-16 Victory The Charlotte Orioles gained a 21- 16 victory over the Islanders Friday In a fast-moving game. Charlotte started the hall rolling with u field goal, in the first quarter, with Fred Wieting. Charlotte's left guard making the score. Wieting stood out In the Charlotte lineup, making eleven out of the twenty-one points. The Islanders came back in the second quarter with three baskets and one free shot, while the Orioles added eleven points to their two-point lead, making the score 13-7 at the end of the first half. In the second half. Charlotte chart- ed up eight more points with four foul shots and two field goals, with Baton Rapid scoring four field goals and making one free shot. This left the score at 21-16. giving Charlotte high a victory to avenge the defeat received by the Orioles’ gridiron eleven at Ea- ton Rapids on November 11. The lineups were as follows: Charlotte Eaton Rapids Durner RF Schweid Mate LF Kowalk Squibb C T. Rackofsky Spanlolo RG Peacock Wieting LG J. Rackofsky Substitutes: Terwilliger and Kane. Substitutes: Powers and Harris. Referee — John Bromley. Buttle Creek. Virginia Stocking. '39, who was en- rolled at Secretarial school at Lan- sing. has returned to Charlotte high school and is taking a post graduate course. Oriole J'oat hors Max Tullis. graduate of '39. Is show- ing his Oriole colors by holding down 1 the position of regular forward on the freshman team at Alina college. C. H. S. Pulling the lid off the basketball season of “39” and 40’' the Charlotte Orioles trounced the St. Johns Red- wings by a score of 38-21 A return game will be played at St. Johns. . ebruary 2. C. H. S. Don Smith, outstanding athlete of Alma college and graduate of Char- lotte high school, didn't report for basketball practice. 1 hear he is resting up for track seasou. C. H. S. Lakeview, leading with their vet- erans. Craig, and Armstrong, at the positions of guard and center respec- lively, defeated the Orioles by a slight margin of 28-23. With high hopes of avenging this defeat, the Oriole cagers will journey to Lakeview. Tuesday. January 23. C. H. S. Handing out the second defeat of the year, the Orioles won over the veteran Grand Ledge Comets by a score of 31-22. TL'.e return game will be play- ’d Tuesday. February 6. here. C. H. S. Fred Wieting. who is ineligible next semester, will be missed by the team because of his ability at the position of guard. It Pays to Buy LATEST STYLES at bargain prices Jessie G. 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The game was a thriller from beginning to end. and luck was with Charlotte when the boys shot from the middle of the floor. Howell showed a smooth playing team to the visitors, and the return game promises to be a thriller. On January 12. Charlotte Journeyed to Mason, where they were defeated by a two point margin of 20-18. Ber- gon. of Mason was the outstanding player of the game, making fourteen points, and resulting in Charlotte's de- feat. The game held the spectators to their seats, the lead changing many times during the last quarter Wiet- lug was high point man for Charlotte. Mason comes to Charlotte. Feb- ruary 20. for a return game, and the Charlotte quintet, which is running much smoother now. hopes to break Mason's winning streak. Oriole Cagers To Meet Hastings Yellow and Blue Saturday night. January 27. the Charlotte Orioles will battle ihe Hastings Yellow and Blues on tht local floor for the first time this fee -4 son. Due to the past rivalry of these two teams, this game will be one of the outstanding games of the year. To date. Hastings has lost four games and won two. while Chari tte has won three and lost two. Fred Wieting will play his hst game for Charlotte against Hastings, as he will be ineligible next seme? or. The game will start at 7:30. This is not a conference game. ■■ ■ ■■■ ■ ■ ■ ■ II11 ’N The “C club journied to Albion col- lege to witness a cage game betwri-n Albion and Alma college. Eld ed Toutant and Murray Chandler. V;h are attending Albion and doing a crack up Job with the basketball t' is season, also saw the game with the C' club. It Pays to Buy At Wood’s Rexall Drug Store Where You Get Gold Stamps With Each 10c Purchase Loretta Terwilliger. '39. who is at- tending Acme Business college at Lansing, is working on the college business paper. W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry Gifts Fruit and Vegetables AT BOB'S MARKET CHARLOTTE CAFE The Home of Good Food. We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Phone Main 306 A. C. CHENEY Funeral Home WAYNE CATTLE and POULTRY FEEDS PACKARD’S MILL Call Main 63 SHELDEN SANDERS LUMBER COMPANY LUMBER. COAL. COKE and BUILDERS' SUPPLIES PAINTS and VARNISHES HAVE YOUR LAUNDRY DONE THE EASY WAY BY THE Community Laundry Get the Genuine Alfred Johnson Shoe Skates For Only 25c More We carrv both kinds $4.25 and $4.50 l UTCHE’C: HARDWARE ) For Your Next Printing Phone Main 26 McQRATH - DeFOE CO. Publishers of the Charlotte Republican -Tribune Job Page 4 ORANGE A. BLACK 71 on day 7 iyht Science Club The science club has a group which consists of the following: Fay Up- right. Jack Goldman. Harry Stucky, Frank Elies. George Wildern. Jerry Sherman. Dean Widrig. Russell Dean. Loren Wilmore. Francis Jane. Richard Sanders Richard Reed. Bill Brake. George Parish. Clyde Diamond. Milan Tappen Jack Krieg. Harold Carman. Jack Clever. Edward Hughes. Jack Thornton. Homer Parish, Dick Tharp. Jimmy Soice. Maynard Day. Bill Mid- daugh. Bruce Garlinghouse and Joe Vitale. The club has been experimenting in the making of records on the record io. Girls Athletic Association The association brought food for a Christmas basket which was deliver- ed by the girls themselves. The eighth grade girls won the kickball tournament, while the seniors reigned over the dodgeball tourn- ament. Tuesday. January 23. the club gave a dance in the old gym. The admis- sion fee was five cents a person. “C Club Monday night. January 3. the C” club held initiation for new members, boys who received letters in football last season. Those being initiated to the club were: Lyle Sterling. Carroll Stringham. Pete Haines. Byron Wal- ters. Bruce Garlinghouse. and Willis Wilcox. A slelghrlde party or a hayride will be held by the club in the near future. Footlighteers Monday night. January 15. the footlighteers held their meeting in Miss Wells room. The club has started practicing on the four plays that have been cast. They have been working on them after school. During Christmas vacation the stage curtains for Miss Wells room were put up. They are made of light brown plush. F. F. A. Receives Ninth Place In Apple Judging Contest The Charlotte F. F. A. received ninth place in the state apple judging contest held at Grand Rapids. There were nineteen schools entered in this contest. The boys judging from Charlotte were Neal Tomlinson with a score of 644.5. Carroll Wilmore with a score of 616.5 and Dale Shumaker with a score of 707.5. The highest possible score was 1.000. The same boys judged in the county judging contest and received second place. The F. F. A. chapter’s basketball team played Grand Ledge. January 18. and will play Marshall. February 3. Travel Club Monday night the travel club held its regular meeting in Miss Winifred Wells room. The purpose of this meeting was to initiate new members. Slips were given to each, telling them to wear or carry something comical during the next day. The initiation committee was Marion Noe and Frances Merritt.. Girl Reserves At their last meeting, the Girl Re- serves were led in a discussion on personal appearance by Gloria Jean Beebe. The club decided to give an assembly next semester. Their next meeting Is to be with the Hl-Y boys. Speedwriters The speedwriters are practicing for an assembly, which will be given in the near future. A play for this assembly has been written by Lucile Goldman. It is a court trial, with all the Speedwriters participating. C. HAY For TYPEWRITERS FRED A. RICHEY Co. Dry Goods, Ready-to-Wear and Rugs L. L. JOHNSON LUMBER CO. NOE RADIO ELECTRIC SERVICE For Reliable Radio A Electric Repair Car at 237 N. Sheldon Phone Main 788 WOODWARD PASTEURIZED MILK • CREAM . CHOCOLATE MILK CHEE8E BUTTER n one Main 254________ W. B. Sterling Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS SUPER SERVICE Cor. Lawrence A Bostwick Avea. • Lansing St. Alumni News Pauline Thompson. '39. who Is at- tending Cleary college at Ypsilanti. is working on the N. Y. A. for Miss Hines, who is the Registrar of the college. Last term Pauline worked at Kresge’s in Ypsilanti. Dave Elies. 39. was home for the holiday season. He came from Arizona to Chicago by plane and from there by train. Dave is attending the Uni- versity of Arizona, and is living at the Sigma Nu House in Tucson. Ted Packard. '39, was also home for the holidays. He Is enrolled at the Georgia Military college. Lois McIntyre. 39. has transferred from Michigan State college to Bluck- stone college for girls, at Blackstone. Virginia. Dorothy Otto. '38 und Mar- garet Allen. ‘39. are also attending this college. K. A Anderson. 39. and Boh Cove, 39. are playing in Boh Coy's orchestra of Lansing. Bob Cove, formerly employed at Wood’s Drug store, is now an em- ployee at the chair factory. Helen Keith. 39. is working in the local Kroger store. Virginia Riley. 37. Gene King, and Marjorie Cole. 38. Jo Jane Murray. Dorothy Snoke. and Mildred Cole. 39. worked at the local dime stores dur- ing the Christmas season. TIRES RADIOS EATON PARTS ACCESSORIES SPORTING GOODS Exchange A Baskeball Man’s Lament Early to bod. Early to rise. And your girl goes out With other guys. Late to bed. Late to rise. And your basketball letter Is the other guy’s. —(The Winonam One Wit— Why Is a newspaper like a woman '? One Half-wit— Because every man should have one of his own and not run after his neighbor's. —(Lake Breeze) Very Neat Fred: I thought I saw some soup on the bill of fare. Waiter: There was some, but I wiped It off. —(Commerce Gusher) Time Out Professor: Young man. how many times have I told you to get to this class on time? Student: I don’t know. I thought you were keeping score. Wacky Two lunatics escaped and passed the entrance to a subway. First Lunatic: Shall we take the subway? Second Lunatic: “Yes. but when� shall we put It? THE V0IM6 CO. Munger Hardware Co. HARDWARE. JOHN DEERE FARM IMPLEMENTS ANTHONY FENCING. DUPONT PAINT Jfevtnscn Jtudic For BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS WAYNE CATTLE and POULTRY FEEDS PACKARD’S MILL A FLEET OF VALUES ARE S� le lng through January at our atom Store • wide Reductions, a wonderful time to fill In winter needs in foot- wear and aave money. FRED MURRAY CO. Botwoon the Banka Hockey Ice Skates l UTCHE'C ■ HARDWARE SPORTING GOODS Fowler Chevrolet Sales Inc. JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE MAIN 200 HASTINGS GAME FRIDAY ORANGE 1 BJ LA Cl fv r CROCODILE ISLAND” FEB. 14 THE CHARHIAN Volume 14 Seniors Have Over $300 Of $700 Trip To Chicago Invitation. Capo and Gowns Order To Be Taken Soon According to Mr. Karl Mead, the aeniora now have over $300 in their flues treasury. This includes the money which hits been turned in from bake sules. Jeilo. Christman cards and wrapping . dances, and dues. Their slm is $700. so that they may Journey to Chicago for their annual senior trip. They have several projects in mind to make this balance. The orders for class pins and rings were sent January 31 by Mr. Mead. The H. K. Terry berry Company of Grand Rapids, which has made the class Jewelry for a number of years, has received its order again this year. It has been announced that all or- ders for caps and gowns must be in by February 15. These outfits are rent- ed from Moore and Company of De- troit. A committee consisting of Max Hot- tonily. Gloria Beebe. Julianne Morey. Bethel Keefer, and Bob Huber has been chosen to select the invitations for the graduation exercises. Plans are being made under the di- rection of Clarence Squibb for a group of speakers, consisting of professional townsmen, to give a series of speeches concerning their businesses. The pur- pose of these speeches is to aid the class in the selection of their voca- tions. Van’s Van of Vagabonds Featured For Assembly Van Vessem Master of Ceremonies; Helen Grimes. Chairman The students of home room 203 presented an ussemldy program en- titled Van's Van of Vagabonds di-j rected by Helen Grimes, chairman of thp program, with Mr. Van Vessem acting as master of ceremonies. The program was opened by a group in the haymow singing Hail Hail the Gang's All Here , and “She'll Be Com- ing Round The Mountain . The program following was: a group of eight, consisting of Jim Wood. Justine Malcuit. Richard Good- rich. Leone Haddlx. Dorr Love. Kath- leen Mikesell. Stanley Horn, and Helen Grimes In a square dance; a rending by Vadn Miller; Hud Ham- mond whistling My Prayer. ; Leone Haddix singing and dancing The Dark Town Strutters' Ball : Vada Miller singing The Little Ford Ram- bled Right Along and Winking At Me ; a number by the hillbilly orch- estra; A cutle girls' chorus, consist- ing of Bol� Huber. Jack Mate. Lyle Kane. Bud Hammond. Clarence Hoff- ner. and Howard Newsome, singing When My Baby Smiles At Me ; Esther Kelly, violin solo; Lee Vierk singing. When the Work's All Done This Fall and Strawberry Roan ; cast and audience singing. Old McDon- ald . The Old Mlllstream . and Polly Wolly Doodle”: square dance: . Hosing song by group in haymow, i Put On Your Old Grey Bonnet . CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN, THURSDAY. FEBRUARY 8. 1940 Girls' Glee Club Top row—Ellen Farlm, Valdean Morns. Genevieve Barlond. Roberta Thornton. Phyllis Cochran. Frances Merritt. Marian Noe. Lenore Friar. Elaine Keeney. Elsie Keeney. Second row—Rosemary Spagnuolo. Grace Bergman. Louise Griffin. Maxine Cole- man. Barbara Watterworth. Rosemary Parkhurst. Doris Winslow. Grace Gonser, Donis Fletcher. First row—Beulah Beebe. June Haddix. Julia Baker. Jean Carlson. Frances Gonser. Betty File. Theo Jane Erickson. Elaine Bruce. Beulah Hale. Teachers Club Sponsors Marionette Performance Pinocchio and Treasure Island Shown In Auditorium By Rufus- Margo Roie Rufus and Margo Rose, world fam- ous artists and producers of The Rufus Rose Marionettes , personally appeared with two of their shows In the high school auditorium. February 1. Three performances were spon- sored by the Teachers Club. The latest productions of this com oany. Pinocchio and Treasure Island. were presented, two mati- nees of Pinocchio being given in the afternoon. Treasure Island | was presented in the evening at 8:00. These marionettes w’ere consider- ed the most talked-about attraction at the Chicago World’s Fair in 1931. and have appeared In every state of the Union during the past ten years, playing in over one thousand cities before more than one million people. Sixty wooden puppets enacted the two classics shown here. These were made by Rufus and Margo Rose. Mrs. Rose spent several years study- ing sculpture In New York, and at th British Academy in Rome. She designs the productions and models the heads for the characters. Pinocchio and Treasure Island had their premiers In New York City, at the National Convention of the Puppeteers of America. Teachers Hold Theater Party Tuesday, Jan. 30 The teachers dub held a theater party Tuesday. January 30. seeing The Great Victor Herbert. Af- ter the movie they went to the Fisher party rooms, where ice cream, cake, and coffee were ser- ved. The door prise was won by Mrs. Alleen Combs. Eaton County Teachers Attend Institute Feb. 6 The Katou county Teacher’s Insti- tute was held in the Grand Ledg. high school auditorium Tuesday. Feb ruary 6. beginning st 9:15 a. m. The outstanding speaker of the oc- casion was Miss Ella Knslow. pen name of Mrs. Crosby Murray, author of Schoolhouse in the Foothills. She gave two lectures, one in th“ morning and one in the afternoon Miss Ensiow has had unusual and val- uable experience among the moun- tain people. The other four speaker were: Dr. K. W. Naver, of the Katon county Health Department, who spoke on a health subject; Earl K Mosior. Con- sultant of the State Department of Public Instruction. discussed Our Changing High School Curriculum;” Dr. Ottis C. Amis of Western State Teachers college, spoke to the rural teachers on Trends In Elementary Education: and Professor Guy M. Hill, of Michigan State college, talk- ed on The Teacher's Role in Com- munity Education. Music was furnished by Grand Ledge pupils under the direction of Miss Betty Strong and Miss Eliza- beth Bush. Luncheon was served at the Metho- dist church. Dots N -Dashes Feb. 9: Basketball with Hast- ings (there) (We’re with you. team. Feb. 12: Clubs in Group 11. Feb. 13: Operetta. Crocodile Island.” (What we’ve been waiting for). Feb. 15: Teachers’ party. (Van: “I want to play drop the hankie.”) Feb. Hi: Basketball with Eaton Rapids (there) (??????????). Feb. 19: Clubs In Group I. Feb. 20: Basketball with Mason (here) (Let’s chalk up an- other victory.) ISSUE 8 Glee Clubs To Give Operetta On Wednesday “Crocodile Island” Musical Comedy in Two Acts. Has Cast of 70 Dancing Choruses Included ’’Crocodile Island is the operetta to be staged February 14. at S: 15 p. m. in the high school auditorium by the boys' and girls' glee clubs. This is a two-act comedy written by Geoffrey F. Morgan and Frederick G. Johnson, the same composers of the operetta given at Charlotte in 1938. The plot develops when Sorcerer, a wizard, attempts to do away with the king by having him fed to the sacred crocodiles, so that he may have the throne and pearls. A group of Amer- ican tourists in search of rare Jewels become Involved when they attempt to save the king. The cast Includes 70. The leading players are: Thomas Brook........-..James Wood Jefferson Penfield.....Lyle Olmstead Dr. Amos McSnoozer. ..Elden Dymond King Bongazoola...............Herbert Stacy Nitwit..............Neal Tomlinson Coco Orinoco............Sebert Willet Hopalong Simpson..................Lee Vierk Pearl............Barbara Watterworth Petal.............Rosemary Parkhurst Sarah Crisp.......Theo Jane Erickson Abigail Brewster....Genevieve Barlond Mammy Lu............Roberta Thornton Choruses in this musical are na- tives. sailors, tourists, and a native ceremonial dancing chorus. Production is under the direction of William Austin, dramatics: Arnold Koch, singing: Miss Sarah Ross, danc- ing; Miss Eulalia Toms, costumes: and Ward Hynes, music. The members of the journalism class, advised by Harlan McCall, are the business managers. The admis- sion Is 25c a person. Seats may be reserved at Wood's drug store for 10 cents extra on February 12. 13. and 14. Hl-Y boys are to be ushers. Special arrangements for produc- tion were made through Carl Fisher Incorporated. New York. GRAND LEDGE BEAT ORIOLES Charlotte lost a hard-fought game to Grand Ledge Tuesday night, the game going one over-time period and finally being decided by the point system. At the end of the fourth quarter the score was tied 26-26. In the over-time period each team made a field goal, making the score 28-28. G. L. C H S. Field goals. 12 ea. 2 £pts. 2upts. Personal fouls (Charlotte. 10; Grand Ledge. 6) 4 0 Percentage of free throws 0 3 Totals 6tfcpt . 5 .jpts. Grand Lodge was declared winner. 29-28. P Q 2 orang: a black t _______________________ ,«, ) in7-n) ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Quill and Scroll international First Place Award, '35, '36. ’37, 38 Subscription Rates. $.75 Executive Board Staff Publisher ..............................Vada Miller Managing Editor ,....Dorene Snoke. Delton Smith Editor-in-Ohlef .....-................Norman Dodge Business Manager.....................Alberta Goff Advertising Manager ...........Maynard Davidson Faculty Adviser ....................Harlan McCall Reporters ..............Rest of Journalism Class It’s Crocodile Island Two long years have passed since the glee clubs presented The Belle of Bagdad” with so much success. The five weeks of practice preceding the release of that operetta to an audience are not to be forgotten by those who participated. In view of the fact these organizations received so much acclaim, another operetta. “Crocodile Island”, will make its showing February 14 In our high school auditorium. The portrayal of the various characters depicted by student acting and singing talent will tickle the fancy of many an onlooker. You'll like Elden Diamond’s unique version of Dr. Amos McSnoozer. an absent-minded gem collector: Genevieve Bar- land's characterization of Miss Abigail Brewster, a lively old maid of sixty-five; Herbert Stacy as King Bongazoola. the villain’s object; witty Neal Tom- linson as Nitwitt who is to be offered to the sacred crocodiles with the King by order of some mytho- logical oracle; and Sebert Willett as the wily old wizard, the villain of the cast. Coco is the leading role. There is a tinge of romance throughout the selection. There are several other acting parts and solos. The choruses will consist of tourists, natives, sailors, and attendants. With Mr. Austin, director of dramatics; Mr. Koch as voice director: Miss Sarah Ross as dance director: and Mr. Hynes, orchestra leader; we can anticipate a splendid performance. Another Viewpoint With the completion of our new high school building three years ago. a system of home rooms was introduced. At that time, the eight-hour day was abolished and the new system initiated, where- by there would be six full class hours, in addition to a thirty minute period. This half hour was devoted to the cultivation of various student interests and activities, such as glee club and orchestra. It also provided time for student council meetings, play practices, commit- tee meetings, and other activities, which would otherwise take place outside of school hours. There have been many negative criticisms of this home-room system. A number have said it was a waste of time, that nothing was accomplish- ed. However, according to Principal Harlan Mc- Call. our home-rooms have been very successful. The lower classmen have been taught the funda- mentals of how the whole school is run and thus have a better understanding. About all senior business i transacted then also. We have had a chance to hear speakers, musical programs, and participate in discussions at that time. In fact, the teachers agree that the system installed here is just as successful as similar sys- tems in other schools. This knowledge helps to give one a judgment of the true value of home-rooms and helps one to appreciate them more. So. everyone should take into consideration the Tact that he. together with the rest of the student body, makes our third hour what it Is. Co-ed— I don’t ask anything for myself, dear Lord, but please send mother a son-in-law.” Crocodile Isle C.H.S. Alumnus Turns Poet Jim Shaffer, class of '37. has taken to composing poems. One of them follows: “OUR FLAG” The dug of our nation shall float in the breeze forever. Waving unfurled from Its mast, binding our union together The beauty of the stars and stripes, a symbol of our stand To show that freedom and liberty rule our land The guns of aggression may roar in countries afar Here the doves of peace hold all gates ajar We are the land of the free with malice toward none In a world weary with war, we gaze on destruction done We may some day answer the call of the bugle and drum Then we shall rally to the cause, regardless the sum We are at peace In our homes and with all the lands Rut neutrality is as unstable as the grains of shifting sand Time alone holds the truth of our destiny to be denied By the hand of fate with its future sealed Be it war or peace that befalls our nation The stars and stripes shall always fly from our tallest station. Introspection In each issue of the Orange and Black, approxi- mately 40 Inches of space are devoted to advertis- ing purposes. Charlotte merchants buy this space to make their products and services known. Now. the question has been put as to how many of our subscribers read the advertisements? The number is far from sufficient. We should take notice of these more, for It Is the merchants, who patronize our paper, that makes the Orange and Black a reality. So let’s give our whole hearted support to these merchants by patronizing them also. Patient—Shall I know anything when I come out of the ether? Doctor—Well, that's expecting a great deal of an anesthetic. It’s so good of you. doctor, to have come this far to see my husband. Not at all. Madam, not at all. I have a patient next door and I thought I’d kill two birds with one atone.” Book Review Little Women by Louise May Alcott On of the most popular girls' stories ever writ- ten. picturing the home life of four sisters two generations ago. It is followed by Little Men and Jo’s Boys.” All of Miss Alcott’s book ar« popular and wholesome. Manter Skylark by John Bennett The story of a little lad who sang his way to London Town and into the hearts of all the pe« ;.iP among them Will Shakespeare, playwright. Th book is well written and will arouse students' in- terests In Shakespearian literature and famlllarii them with the quaint English of Elizabethan period. Menner Murco Polo by Donn Byrne The love story of the great medieval traveler Marco Polo, and the beautiful daughter of Kubla Klan. The scenes are in Italy and China and th atmosphere is romantic and exotic In spite of the Scotch-Irish tang, to the raconteur's speech Inquiring Reporter Inquiring Reporter: Question: What is your opinion of Charlotte High sponsoring a dance for students of the neighboring schools? The presidents of each class auswer: Howard Newsome, senior: This is a good chance to meet students from nearby schools, other than those In athletics. Stanley Burt. Junior: It would be a good way to create friendly relations between these schools aud would be something to look forward to. Wayne Terwllllger. sophomore: I think it would be a successful project.” Charles Gordon, freshman: It would promote good feelings between schools, and I think It should be Informal. Dale Smith, eighth: Good idea because it would add a new and different activity to school doings.” Calvin Csatlos, seventh: It should give stu- dents a chance to get acquainted. Odds and Ends Wanted: More boys or girls in my fourth hour speech class. Yours respectfully and hopefully ; “Bill” Austin. Hurry! Get your activity ticket now! Free basketball game for parents of students with tickets on Februray 23. Take warning! There la a rumor that locker inspection will be made once every month. What will journalism students select this year as a theme for the carnival? Do the seniora look or act any more important now? They are placing their orders for caps and go wits. Girl Reserves are wearing their club pins. Now maybe. Hi-Y boys can have a chance at theirs. Say! by the way! how many of the chorus girls in assembly do you think will taste the lofty heights of Broadway or perhaps Hollywood later on? How are your standings? Don’t let them drop with the thermometer for the honor banquet Is In sight. In fact It is May 31!—Bye’ Now. Just A Story Oh. but that oar is coming fast! I wonder tf It will hit me? It’s coming straight toward n� e Oh. it is I’ve got to close my eyes; I can’t bear it. —Screech—’’ Oh. this is terrible! Am I still here? I’m afraid to open my eyes to see. Ah. thank goodness that terrible noise was Just tires screeching on the pavement between me and the curb. That car made it. but will the next one? These are Borne of the thoughts that run through the swan’s mind gracefully perched on top of the stately fountain that stands In the road on Law rence Avenue. This huge bird has been witting on that fountain for many years, acting as a land mark Hundreds of cars pass by it daily. As they pass, the occupants can realize that they are com- ing to. or have been in Charlotte. If ever the great bird decides to take flight, the whole city will notice Its loss. ORANGE BLACK Pi9 8 Orioles Defeat Redwings By the Score of 22-15 Jack Mate Garners Fifteen Points To Win 8t. Johns Game Jack .Mato. Oriole forward, paced the Charlotte eager to their sixth vic- tory of the season In a game with the St. Johns Redwings. Friday. Feb. 2. Leading throughout the game, the Orioles were not once hindered by the opposition. Mate with fifteen points to his credit, led the local cagers to a 22 to 15 victory This was the second win over St. Johns this year for Char- lotte. The score at the half stood at 14 to 4 in favor of the local lads, and in the remainder of the game the Red and White squad did not seriously threaten the Orange and Black lead. The game was a clean fought battle throughout, and the Orioles proved themselves powerful, though minus the services of Fred Wieting. who was lost by graduation. Orioles, Saxons to Meet On Hastings Hardwood Tomorrow night the Charlotte Orl ole quintet will invade the stronghold of the Hastings Saxons. The teams will Ik playing the sec- ond game of the 1940 schedule. The Orioles defeated Hastings In the last game. 21-19. The game tomorrow night promises to be a thriller because Hastings will be trying to avenge the defeat handed by Charlotte In the first game. The Charlotte lineup is as follows: Wendell—Forward. Terwilliger—Forward. Squibb—Center. Span lolo—Guard. Mate—Guard. WORTH MENTIONING Mr. Henpeck (hesitatingly): Sir. M think it Is just about time 1 got a raise. Boss: Why. we Just put a raise In your envelope Saturday! Henpeck: Why doesn't my wife tell me these things? —The Furrow. Fruit and Vegetables AT BOB’S MARKET It Pays to Buy LATEST STYLES at bargain prices Jessie G. Stine FROCK SHOP Straight Shooters Fred Wieting. regular guard for Charlotte, played his last basketball game with the Orioles, against Hast- ings. Saturday night C. H. 8. Leland Wendel. one of Van’s mighty mites, has been transferred to the first team to fill the vacancy of Fred Wieting. Lee is only a soph- omore. and Coach Gobel is expecting a lot from him in the future. C. H. S. Can you remember when Mate. Kane. Snyder. Bruce, and Spaniolo were regulars on the second team? C. H. S. The Charlotte quintet Journeyed to Lakevtew Friday. January 23. and were handed a 38-33 defeat by the Spartans. This was the second time this season Charlotte has been defeat- ed by Lakeview. The only token received from this experience was a headache and two black eyes. If you don’t believe It. ask Bud Hammond. MEET THE TEAM Jack Mate, senior, forward, three years of experience. Wayne Terwilliger. sophomore, for- ward. two years of experience. Jim Spaniolo. senior, guard, three years of experience. James Burner, senior, guard, two years of experience. Clarence Squibb, senior, center, two years of experience. Raymond Snyder, senior, guard, two years of experience. Lyle Kane. senior. center, two years of experience. Kenny Bruce, senior, forward, two years of experience. Lynn Fowler, junior, guard, one year of experience. Leland Wendel. sophomore, for- ward. one year of experience. Young’s Jewelry Shop Watchea • Diamonds . Silverware Clock • Glaewar • Dinnerware “GIFTS THAT LAST” Main 637_____ Expert Repairing It Pays to Buy At Wood’s Rexall Drug Store Where You Get Gold Stamps With Each 10c Purchase Have Your Car Winterized AT Baum’s Service Station Lawrence Oliver St. Tom Cats, Monsters Top Interclass Basketball The pace-setting Tomcats and Mon- sters. headed by Lester Roberts and Mike May hew respectively, lead the inter-class basketball teams. They will play in the two high school gym- nasiums Friday. February 2. The teams are headed by eight sen- iors who chose students wishing to play. Four games have been played thus far. Results of the games played Janu- ary 23 are: Spartans 15 vs. Gophers 26. Tomcats 28 vs. Dusty Stars 22. Games scheduled for Friday. Febru- ary 2. are: Boys’ gymnasium: Monsters vs. Dusty Stars. Tomcats vs. Gophers. Girls' gymnasium: Spa runs vs. Bulldogs. Wildcats vs. Heartaches. The standings are: Tomcats Won Lost 0 % 1.000 Monsters 3 0 1.000 Dusty Stars .... 3 0 .750 Gophers 2 .500 Wildcats 1 2 332 Heartaches 1 2 .333 Bulldogs .... 0 3 .000 Spartans 0 4 .000 Agriculture Students and Farmers Attend School A night school for farmers and agriculture students on the sub- ject of soil and fertility sUrted Monday. February 5. Mr. Paul Rood, a soil specialist of the Mich- igan State college will be in charge of the first three topics, and Dr. L. M. Turk, also of soils department, will have charge of last topic. WAYNE CATTLE and POULTRY FEEDS PACKARD’S MILL FRED A. RICHEY Co. Dry Goods. Ready-to-Wear and Rugs Jtevenscn Jn die For BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS Charlotte Hi-Y Host To Three Surrounding Units Eaton Rapids. Grand Ledge, Nashville And Charlotte Represented Monday January 29. a meeting was held in Mr. Brown's room for the club officers and advisers centered around this section. The different schools that were represented were Eaton Rapids. Grand Ledge. Nashville, and Charlotte. C. F. Angel acted as chairman of the meeting. At the meeting they held a discussion ses- sion where each representative had to tell what they hud been doing. After the meeting they went to the home economics room where Miss Toms and some of her students put on a supper for the entire group. After the supper the group was In- vited to attend the local Hl-Y meet- ing. President Bob Huber brought the meeting to order. The club dis- cussed their plans for parents' night, which is to be held Feb. 12. The com- mittees for the occasion are: en- tertainment. Jim Spaniolo. Gordon Cheney, and Howard Newsome; In- vitations. Willis Wilcox, and Philip Frace: and food. Robert Rauser. Car- rol Stringham. and Max Hosmer. Then the meeting was turned over to Charles Shaffer, who gave a talk on the Bell Telephone; he also showed a short reel on Bell Telephone work. Tuesday. January 30. Bob Huber. Bud Hammond. Dorr Love. Bill Lowe. Bob Gidner, Lyle Sterling and Philip Sherman went to Hastings for a Joint meeting with their club. TIRES Al-Bill RADIOS EATON PARTS ACCESSORIES SPORTING GOODS GREEN MEADOWS CHICKEN or STEAK DINNERS Served Complete for 65c LUNCHES and SANDWICHES j A Good Place to Hold Your Parties Charlotte Phone Main 7111-F4 CHARLOTTE CANDY COMPANY JOHN COLIZZI Call Main 63 SHELOEN SANDERS LUMBER COMPANY LUMBER. COAL. COKE and BUILDERS' SUPPLIES PAINTS and VARNISHES Musical Instruments For Your Next Printing Job New or Reconditioned Instruments Phone Main 26 At F’rices That Are Right Huy in Charlotte CARLISLE RADIO AND MUSIC SERVICE McCjRATH - DeFOE CO. (Ovsr the Jerrold Store) Publishers of the Charlotte Republican -Tribune Page 4 ORANGE A BLACK Third Honor Roll Boasts 91 Names The girls again top the honor roll with a grand total of 73 girls and only 20 boys. Home Room 111—Donald Fields. Arlene Stanke. LaGreta Strickland. Juliette Stucky. Ruth Towns. Byron Walters, Lester Williams. Elaine Youngs. Home Room 151—(All A’s) Fay Upright, Billy Watson. Home Room 152—Pat Beechler. Harold Cherry. Home Room 154—Virginia Bolin. Dorothy Middaugh. Anne Gregarek. Home Room 204—Dorothy Dean. Jeanette Gardner. Leo Narisch. Iris Olmstead. Home Room 205 -Dorain Hetts- mansperger. Annabelle LaTorre. Home Room 203—Bethel Keefer. Elma Klaiss. Kathleen Milkesell: (All A's); Julia Grier Helen Grimes. Leone Haddix. Robert Huber. Esther Kelly. Julia Lewis. Jack Mate. Vada Miller. Howard Newsome. Jane Peters. Home Room 210—Dwight Haines. Frances Higby. Shirley Johnson. Ilamae I awrence. Doris Mason. Har- old Mayhew. Marilyn Orr. Shirley Os- borne. Rosemary Parkhurst. Home Room 211—Marietta Den- nison. Bruce Garlinghouse. Jane Mul- holland. Frances Rybnlkar. Phyllis Thornton. Betty Weaver. Phyllis Williams. Home Room 250—Constance Beebe. Betty Franklin. Mary Ellen Freed. Esther Jones. Lucille LaPoint. June Mayhew. Mary Scovtll. Mary Jane Spagnuolo. Aileen Young. Bernice Zimmerlee. Home Room 252—Betty Summerix. (All A's) Reta Bracy. Carla Farrier. Vernon Gresso. Phyllis Hack. Jack Hess. Mary Lou Keeler. Joan Ker- stetter. Roderick Yates. Clara Mae Morey. Maurlne Nielson. Joseph Pray. Irma Rambeau. Joyce Suther-1 land. Lois Williard. Home Room 302—Gloria Beebe. Jean Cottrell. Max Bottomley. Nor- man Dodge. Shirley Bring, Lucile Goldman. Home Room 303—Dorene Snoke. (All A's) Eleanor Raymond. Wanda Scott. Helen Yaw. Roberta Thornton. Dodge Williams. Marian Williams. Home Room 300— Esther Bradley. Betty ScoviU. Home Room 307—(All A's) Lynn Fowler. CHARLOTTE CAFE The Home of Good Food. We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Phone Main 306 C. HAY For TYPEWRITERS Club Sossip Boy Scouts A Joint meeting of Troops 45 and 46 was held at the schoolhouse Wednes- day. January 31. A basketball game was held between these troops. Eagle Scout Chuck Briggs states that Troop 45 plans to have a first aid and signal- ing team which will be under the sup- ervision of six eagle scouts. They are as follows: George Wildern, Chuck Briggs. Bruce Garlinghouse. Richard Sanders. Homer Parish, and Jack Krieg. Troop 44. under the supervision of Richard Bllble. has selected four pa- trols to start a contest which Is to enlarge the troop. The patrol thut has the most members who can pass the tenderfoot test, will In the con- test. They plan to go swimming at Battle Creek. Wednesday. February 6. Travel Club In place of their regular meeting. Monday. January 29. the Travel ciub members invited guests and had a roller-skating party at Wells' roller rink. Many had their first experiences at skating. The Travel club is planning on at- tending the Hastings basketball game. February 9. “C Club In a meeting of the C club on January 22. Lyle Sterling was elected secretary for the second semester. The monitors decided to sell booster pins to raise money. The pins were put on sale Monday. January 29. The club will go to Olivet on Feb- ruary 14. to see a M.I.A.A. conference Itasketball game between Olivet and Alma. The “C club sliding party has been postponed until a later date, because of other school activities. F. F. A. The Charlotte F. F. A. chapter's basketball team is scheduled to play three more games this year, with Oli- vet. Bellevue, and Marshall. A. C. CHENEY Funeral Home MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS - MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Gran. Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. ___Charlotte. Michigan Fowler Chevrolet Sales Inc. WOODWARD PASTEURIZED MILK - CREAM . CHOCOLATE MILK CHEESE BUTTER Phone Mam 254__________ w B sterling The F. F. A. team has plaved two games previously, one with Grand Ledge and another with Eaton Rapids, of which the Charlotte boys won both. Girls' Athletic Association The seniors in the G. A. A. captured their second tournament title when they won in the volley ball finals January 25. They also won the dodge- ball tournament. Their basketball season will open in about two weeks. Plans were discussed at their last regular meeting for going swimming at the Y. W. C. A. in Battle Creek. They had a special meeting January 30 and decided that their dues of fifty cents be paid immediately. The committee for their spring dance will be selected at the next meeting. This dance will probably take place some- time In April. Footlighteers In a short business meeting held January 15. the senior dramatics club • ade njans to nut on several plays for 'he club's annual parents' night. wh«ch is to be held In March. The plavs. “Uncle Bob's Bride. Wlille the Toast Burned.'' and “Squaring It With The Boss. are be- ing rehearsed for that program. One f � hese Is to be presented at the Methodist church for the family cir- cle series. The club also plans to lourney to i ans'ng to gee a Civic Guild play sometime in the near future. Girl Reserves The Girl Reserves held their meeting last Monday night. Janu- ary 29. Hockey Ice Skates KU T C H E • C HARDWARE 4 SPORTING GOODS The girls discussed personality. They have received their pins but It they do not pay their dues the pins will have to be sent back. The meeting was supervised by Miss Toms. Miss Ross had been taking her place for the last few meetings because Miss Toms hud adult class meeting the same time. Speedwriters The Speedwriters had their Initia- tion Monday. February 5. for new members. At 6:30 a pot luck supper was ser ved. carrying out the valentine theme. The tables were decorated with hearts and cupids. Following this, the Initiation was held. The committees were: Invitations. W’undu Scott: Initiation. Margaret McUmber; menu. Kathleen Mlkesell and Julia Grier; and table decora- tions. Gloria Rounsville and Virginia Bryan. K. A. Anderson. '39. who Is attend- ing Michigan State, is one of the few freshmen to have his cartoons publish- ed in the State paper. Dave Elies. '39. is an active member of the Sigma Nu. where he is staying. Dave is enrolled at the University � .f Arizona. JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE MAIN 200 Just Like New When We Rebuild Your Shoes Buy Your Shoe Needs Here RENU SHOE SHOP SAM VITALE W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry Gifts ROSEACRE FLOWERS NOE RADIO ELECTRIC SERVICE For Reliable Radio A Electric Repair Call at 237 N. Sheldon Phone Main 788 Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS SUPER SERVICE Cor. Lawrence A Bostwick Aves. - Lansing St. LUMBER - COAL Phone Main No. 9 Be At The Howell Game Friday ORANGE BLACK See District Basketball Tournament J Volume 14 Annual Journalism Carnival To Be Held On March I 5 Queen of Charlotte High School To Be Chosen at Carnival The annual journalism carnival is I to be held March 15. featuring the in- I terantionai theme. The queen of Charlotte high school | will be crowned at the inn In show, | which is to be bigger and better than | ever this year. Eleanor Raymond. Clarence Betts. | and Dale Shumaker will be in charge I of the tea room and dancing. The | minstrel show headed by Leone Had- | dix is sure to be a hit. Boxing I matches will be supervised by Mike | Mayhew and Moe Braden. There | are many more sideshows and many i thrills awaitiug you at the journal- ism carnival. “Crocodile Island” Draws Good Crowd F eburary I 4 The operetta Crocodile Island” I drew a large gathering Wednesday I evening. February 14. in the high I school auditorium James Wood. Herbert Stacey. Bar- I barn Watterworth. Lyle Olmstead. | and Rosemary Parkhurst played the I leading roles. Other members of the glee clubs composed the rest of the cast and choruses. Members of the journalism class, advised by Harlan McCall, were the business managers. The Hi-y boys I served as ushers. Production was under the direction of William Austin, dramatics; Arnold I Koch, singing; Sarah Ross, dancing: Eulalia Toms, costumes: and Ward Hynes, music. William Austin. Arnold Koch, and Sarah Ross were presented gifts from the cast between acts by Rosemary Parkhurst and Barbara Watterworth Islanders Defeat Orioles 30-18 In Return Contest Kowalk of Eaton Rapids Garners 15 Points To Lead Scoring Charlotte lost it’s third confer- ence game to Eaton Rapids Friday night. February 16. In the Eaton Rapids gym Shwled of Eaton Rap- ids started the scoring by wheeling in a dog shot, followed by Kowalk. Spnnlolo made the first field goal for the home team, which was fol- lowed by another by Rackofsky of the Islanders. Kowalk came back and sank two more for the Islanders, the first quarter ending 10-2 in favor of the Eaton Rapids team. In the second quarter there was very little scoring done. Eaton Rapids making one field goal and one free throw with the Orioles com- ing up with two field goals. The1 first half ended 10-6 with Eaton Rapids still on top. In the third quarter the Orioles started scoring. Terwilllger whip- ping in three field goals. Jack Mate; •lipping In two long shots, and Wen-1 (Continued on page 3.) ________“THE CHARHIAN” CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY. FEBRUARY 22. 1940 ISSUE V Speedwriters Top Row: Left to right. Grace Gonaer, Beulah Beebe. Wanda Scott. Julia Grier. Elma Klaiss. Alberta Goff. Second Row: Arlene Stanke. Merna Viler. Marian Williams, Lucille Goldman. Donna Sutherland. Mlae Verdier, ad voter. Front Row Shirley Johnson. Kathleen Mikesell. Wilma Barnee. Gloria Rouni- ville, Shirley Bring. Margaret McUmber. Basketball I oumament Takes Place At Charlotte Dramatics Club Gives Plays To Parents Feb. 19 Lakeview. Hastings. Eaton Rapids Charlotte to Compete The annual M. H. S. A. A. tourn- ament for this district is to be held on the Charlotte high school court Thursday. Friday. and Saturday nights. Feb. 29. March 1. and 2. Lakeview. Hastings. Eaton Rapids, and Charlotte are to play for the class B trophy. Vermont ville. Olivet. Nashville, and Bellevue will compete for the class C” trophy. Drawing will be held in the l oard room today at 4:00 p. m. A very large body of basketball fans are expected to be on hand for these matches. Charlotte defeated both Eaton Rapids and Lakeview in last year's tournament, but finally lost to Lan- sing In the regionals at Albion. WGN Quartet To Appear In Auditorium March 7 The Philharmonic quartet from WON In Chicago will appear in the Charlotte high school auditorium on March 7 at 2:00 p. m. The quartet consists of Gunther Duker, tenor: Howard Will, tenor: George G rammer Smith, baritone; and David Austin, bass. This group appeared before an audience of over SO.OOO for two consecutive years at the Chicago Tribune music festival held in Soldiers' field. Chicago, in addition to having appeared at the convention of Illinois women's clubs. The performance will last for about an hour. Arrangements have been made to seat about 200 guests In the balcony. There will be no admission, but a good will offering will be taken to help defray expenses. Before the performance the quar- tet will meet with the boys’ glee club. [ Parents night. Monday. February 19. the dramatics club presented three me act plays for the benefit of the varents and faculty. They were as ollows: “Uncle Bob’s Bride”, di- ected by Gerry Fulton. The char- acters are: Uncle Bob. Bob Huber; Stella. Gloria Jean Beebe; Miss Arnold. Jean Odell; Aunt Eldora. Vada Miller; Frances. Kathleen Mike- sell; Betty. Pat Beechler; Sarah. Jane Mulholiand; Annie. Betty Brace. While the Toast Burned , directed by Jane Peters The following are ; characters: Herbert Canahy. Stanley Hurt; Ruth. Martha Bryan: Herbert. Jr.. Will lard Mikesell; Grandma. Etta Mae Goff: Mary Lou. Jane Peters. Squaring It With the Boss , direct- ed by Philip Williams. The characters being: Jimmy. Willis Wilcox; Beth. Leone Haddix; Johnny. Bobby Orr; ! Aunt Clarrissa. Fran Higby: Aunt Hortense. Betty Brace: Mr. Dunning. : Richard Goodrich. Squaring It With The Boss won first place and will be given at the i Journalism carnival. March 15. While the Toast Burned is second and is to be given at the Congregational church. Uncle Bob’s Bride placed third and will be presented at th3 .Methodist church. ■AV.V.V.-.-.W Dots - N - Dashes Feb. 23: Basketball with Howell (here). (Let’s have a big turn out.) Feb. 26: Clubs in group II. Feb. 29 to March 2: District basketball tournament here. (Let's remain champs.) Mar. 4: Clubs in group I. Mar. 7: Lyceum number. (Just what we’ve been waiting for.) Mar. 11: Clubs in group II. Mar. 15: Journalism carnival! (Let’s all come and have some fun.) Five Councils To Meet At Charlotte Councils Hold Meeting To Discuss Social Affair For the purpose of discussing the possibilities of a social gathering for the five schools, a preliminary meet- ing will be held at Charlotte high school Friday afternoon. February 23. The four student councils which are invited to send representatives to this meeting with Charlotte are Grand ! Ledge. Vermontville. Hastings and Eaton Rapids. Kathleen Mikesell. secretary of the Charlotte Council, states that this gathering will probably be in the form of a dance. Two council members and a faculty member from each school and all of Charlotte’s council are invited to at- tend. The meeting will begin at 4:30 o'clock in the afternoon and last until 5:30 o’clock. A dinner will be served at 5:45 o'clock by several home eco- nomic girls. They will all attend the basketball game in the evening as the guests of the Charlotte Student Coun- cil. The food committee consists of Bethel Keefer, chairman; Doris Ma- ! son. Jean Riddle, and Betty Weaver. Charhian Staff To Give Assembly in Near Future For the purpose of discussing Char- hian sales and an assembly program, the Charhian staff held a meeting in the senior high library. Friday after school. Harlan McCall explained the sales slips to be used in the subscription campaign. There will be a contest between the boys and girls. The assembly program is to fea- ture a three scene skit, telling about the year book. Jane Peters Is in charge of the program. Another meeting was held Friday, so that assembly arrangements could be completed. Charlotte Quintet Hands Mason 33-30 Defeat Here On the return engagement with Mason on the home floor Tuesday night, the Orioles were victorious by a 33-30 score. Bergiu of Mason started the scor- ing with a field goal and a free toss. His teammate Murray followed with a field goal. Mate broke up the rally with n dog shot and Wendel followed with two field goals and a free throw. Bergin made three more free tosses. The second quarter Charlotte scor- ed 15 points to Mason 8. The game was slowed up by a great number of fouls made by both teams. Charlotte gained the lead in the early part of the second quarter. The third quarter whs nip and tuck. Charlotte making only one charity toss and .Mason making one field goal and three charity tosses. (Continued on page 3.) Page 2 ORANGE A BLACK ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Quill and Scroll International First Place Award, '35, '36, '37, '38 Subscription Rates, $.75 Executive Board Staff Publisher ......................... Dolton Smith Managing Editor ................... Dorene Snoke Editor-in-chief .................... Bethel Keefer Business Manager ............... Maynard Davidson Advertising Manager ............. Marian Williams Faculty Adviser .................... Harlan McCall Reporters .............. Rest of Journalism Class LET’S COOPERATE Why the decrease in the sale of activity tickets? Perhaps the students don’t realize that the second semester offers many benefits for ticket holders The Orange and Black comes out. and we have one home basketball game, which parents will be admitted free on a student’s activity ticket. Cheaper rates on Charhians and the honor ban- quet are other benefits. Later on in the term, we will have lyceum numbers scheduled, and the spring highlights of track and baseball. If there aren't enough tickets sold, there won’t be as many Orange and Blacks published or the Honor Banquet will not be sponsored. So let's all co-operate and buy our ticket now! The Forgotten Men! Athletics hold a very prominent place in the life of every high school student. It Is this field that develops school spirit, pep. and good sportsman- ship. In each branch there are always ’’heroes ’, who are outstanding and honored by the student body. But what about the men who produced, trained, and materialized the group in which that star shone? Everyone appreciates the great efforts of our Coach Malcolm Gobel and the outstanding work he has done, hut there are other men who have given and are giving of their time, skill, and energy. Let’s not let them go in the class of forgotten men.” Such a one is VanVessem. who has very suc- cessfully coached the second team in basketball for several years. A star basketball player at Calvin college, he has been able to give his skill to the younger group. This takes a great burden off Coach Gobel and is a great asset to our teams. Another very efficient man is Kenneth Brown who has so ably helped train the fellows who have hopes of some day making the first team of the football squad. Let’s not forget the men behind the guns. Hats off to Mr. Van Vessem and Mr. Brown! Our Band It seems that Charlotte high school band is quite well known even In New Mexico. Recently when Bob Stockwell and Roger Davis were traveling through Lordsburg. New Mexico, they had occasion to enter the Chamber of Com- merce. The old gentleman at the desk said, “Young man. does C. H. S. band mean Charlotte. Michigan band? Bob said. “Yes, sir. He asked Bob’s name and then stated that he had known his (Bob’s grandfather very well. He went on to say that he was Colonel Willard Holt, one time president of the alumni association. He went to school at Char- lotte with Bob’s grandfather. It’s nice to live in a country where the only pacts we have to worry about are compacts. (School Press of America) Washington - February 22 We Pay Tribute The Fighting 69th Principal characters: Jerry Plunkett—James Cagney Father Duffy—Pat O’Brien Wild Rill Donovan—George Brent Big Mike Wynn—Alan Hale Joyce Kilmer—Jeffry Lynn Oiue again the stars. O Brlen and Cagne, „ Angels With Dirty Faces. meet In their ' live roles as priest and tough guy •The Fighting 69th- directed by William K,|„ i.prOVe no as Warner H, studio hits the top rank, when they place |am' Cagney in his usual role. He hate, conv S and wants to get away from It. hut lights a k . battle against Father Duffy. As a tough and cocky guy from New York k. Joins the 69th regiment, raring to go. making no fi tends, and wanting none. However, there |„ let-down in store, for Jimmy loses his spirit whea he races real fighting and creeps away from th lines. With Father Duffy’s courage constantly in froat oi Jerry, he surprises many and goes back to th front. Cagney, in his loud manner, and O’Brien in hi quiet, touching way are very convincing in their roles, with the help of a fine supporting cast und realistic war scenes. Today, we again pay tribute to the father of our country, founder and leader of our great democracy. The first president of the I n ted States help- ed set up a great nd invincible democracy and we. the youth of today, should t-y to uphold what this great personage has built for us. George Washington came from a wealthy family and all during his IPe. instead of taking the easy way his family’s wealth m-ovided. he worked for everything he got. He suffered cold and star- vation for this country that we might live in freedom. As a boy. George was privately tutored. In his later years he attended Henry William’s college where he was graduated, and after leaving school he went to his loved army work in which he was active until his death. Even though George Washington is dead and has been for many years, in the heart of every true American the life of our beloved president shall live on forever. Today in calm reverence, we pay tribute to the man that is. “First in war. first in peace, first In hearts of his countrymen. A Visit To Our Business Office The office was buzzing with acitivlty. The mimeograph was clacking away, turning out dozens of pink sheets of paper, and the paper- cutter was saying, “crunch, crunch.” as it cut them. The telephone rang, and people were com- ing and going, asking all sorts of questions. This was the state of affairs in Mrs. Morey’s office. But she looked up. smiling as always, and after a few moments submitted to a deluge of questions. She is graduate of Charlotte high school and was graduated from Ypsilanti. When In high school, she majored in mathe- matics and German, planning to teach them. She taught at Cleary college and in Akron. Ohio, for a total of about six years. When asked how she happened to obtain her present position, she said that since she had worked in a Tennessee school office before teach- ing and in the Lansing Board of Education office, later, when needing a position in 1935 she natural- ly looked for a place in a school office. Here the telephone interrupted, and following a short conversation. Mrs. Morey picked up the broken threads of the interview by continuing that as Mr. Dykhouse's secretary, and under his super- vision. she takes care of the bookkeeping and other records for the district, checks the census, kppn a perpetual card file of the students enroll- ed. sends for records of new students, supervises the hectograph and mimeograph work, takes care of school correspondence, orders supplies, and does numerous other things. In closing. Mrs. Morey said. I enjoy my work very much and I cannot think of a more pleasant place in which to work than a school office. Confucius Say: Instead of Paul de Kruifs. Fight for Life.” it Is now the journalism students’ fight for lines. Has it occurred to you who will take the pisce of Loretta Terwllliger as the queen of our school this year? If you think the seniors get all of the breaks. Just wait until you’re a senior. Combination locks on lockers are a safe way to keep books, but a majority of the locks an getting paralyzed from lack of use. If you think you have troubles such as geltinf in fights and receiving black eyes, go to Finland and your troubles will be buried with you. A separate night should be held for boxing and basketball games instead of trying to combine the two. Mr. McCall needs a double so it won’t be neces- sary to wait half an hour to speak to him. Where, oh where, can Van’s Pottowatomies lx� : where, oh where, can they be? Have you seen those comic l ooks going (be rounds in study hall? Even the most dignified senior fellows are keep- ing up on the adventures of Tarzan. Gene Autry and the like. Talk about crowded places, be on hand after the dismissal bell rings, when two people attempt to get books and coats in and out of one locker The chemistry students, being immune to hor- rible odors, keep right on making rotten egg ga$ for the benefit of the rest of us. Van’s Van of Vagabonds created a bit of a sensa- tion with their barn dance—It has even been hinted that Mr. Van Vessem missed his calling He looks like a real farmer In overalls and straw hat. It has been suggested that a “lovers lane I� 1 provided for those who insist on standing in th- halls, gazing into each others eyes. Our absent minded professor. McCall, drove hi car to school then forgot he brought it so h walked home. Have you heard of the newest college rag - ,B Texas? Not gold fish eating, but Gulliver hsk cuts—what they won’t do for publicity! Confucius can’t understand the fellow that say Who is this guy Confucius anyway?” We Envy Pauline Kelly’s red hair. Lyle Kane's lengthy stride. Van’s heavy head of hair. Bud Boechler's ‘13’s . Jim Durner’s wit. Mr. RIlbie’B sky scraping ability. Phil” Sherman's trlple-tongueing. The Stockwell boys’ brotherly love. Moe Braden’s shyness. ORANGE A BLACK Pag 3 Hastings Defeats Charlotte 28-26 All improved Hastings high school Imuk' tball team nipped the Orioles. Febmary 9. in a closely played game by the score of 28-26. Keeler pared the yellow and bine lagers with sixteen points to his credit, while Wendell, a sophomore forward for Charlotte, led the losers with four field goals for a total of eight points. This game evened up things with the two teams. Charlotte having won their earlier game at C. H. 8.. 21 .o 18. The contest was a seesaw affair throughout with neither team ha vine, at any time, a great margin over the other. Charlotte was out in front at the half 16 to 15. but the Vikings soon overcame this, and at the end of the third quarter, the score was tied at 20 points. In the early minutes of the last frame the Orange Black eagers Jumped Into the lead only to have Keeler and company come from be- hind and win. There are only three more games remaining on the schedule for the Orioles this season: two of these are to be played at home, while for the third Charlotte will Journey to the Katon Ha piris realm to play. The starting lineup for Charlotte is: Terwllllger. LF Wendell. RF Squibb. C Mate. 1X5 Spanlolo. RG CHARLOTTE QUINTET HANDS MASON 33 30 DEFEAT HERE (Continued from page I.) In the fourth quarter Spanlolo start- ed the Orioles off with two long rim- mers. followed by Swearingen of Mason with a side shot. Snyder then scored another field goal for the Orioles Swearingen made the last three points of the game, one field goal and a charity toss. Iceland Wendel took the high hon- ors with 13 points. Bergln lead the losers with 12 points. Jean: The same tornado that blew away iny father's wagon dumped an automobile in the front yard. June: Huh. that's no tornado, that was a trade wind—Exchange. MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Gran. Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan Or oio leathers Charlotte lost a tough game to Katon Rapids last Friday night on the Islanders' home floor, by the score of 30-18. It’s okay gang, let’s take out our spite on Mason. The district tournament will start In another week. Watch the dale everybody so that you’ll be there when the big night rolls around to give our boys an all-around support. Max Tullls. former athlete of Char- lotte high, is really going places at Alma college. He is on the freshman basketball team and also made the freshman team In football. Wayne Terwlllger shows improve- ment in his style of play every time he takes the court. Tallying six points against our traditional enemy. Katon Rapids, he helped the Orioles to keep fighting even though the score showed a wide margin. First Half of Interclass Basketball Season Ends Exchange Good Advice To miss a kiss Is more amiss Than it would be To kiss a Miss: Provided that The kiss you miss The Miss herself Would never miss Hut If you try To kiss a Miss With whom a kiss Would be a miss You'd better always Miss the kiss. —From the Centralia Confucius say. he who sits on electric chair gets amps in pants. Confucius say. he who sits on tack is better ofT. Confucius say. he who accepts blind date usually gets prune. Confucius say. he who spend all time at pool table end up behind the eight-ball. Confucius say. he who cut self while shaving lose face. Just Like New When We Rebuild Your Shoes Buy Your Shoe Needs Here RENU SHOE SHOP SAM VITALE CHARLOTTE CAFE The Home of Good Food. We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Phone Main 306 WOODWARD PASTEURIZED MILK CHEESE Phone Main 254 CREAM - CHOCOLATE MILK BUTTER W. B. Sterling NOW IS THE TIME! Trumpet and Cornet Players Drop in and look over the Bundy Trumpets and Cornets Liberal allowance for your old instrument. SELMER VALVE AND SLIDE OIL—15c BOTTLE CARLISLE RADIO AND MUSIC SERVICE Over The Jerrold Store Phone Main 288 The interclaas basketball teams The results of the games played February 9 are as follows: Tomcats 24 vs. Bulldogs 15; Spartans 12 vs. Monsters 28. Wildcats 4 vs. Gophers 23; Heartaches 32 vs. Dusty Stars 28. Eaton Rapids Game (Continued from page 1.) dell making a charity toss. But the Orioles were unable to stop the Islanders’ attack. The home team chalking up 11 points to Katon Rap- ids 10. the third quarter ended 25-17. Katon Rapids still leading The fourth quarter Katon Rapids made two field goals and one free throw, to Charlotte’s one charity toss. The game ended 30-18. Kowalk was high scorer for Katon Rapids with 15 points, while Mate and Terwllllger made seven and six points respectively. The Charlotte mites” won a 24-17 decision over Katon Rapids second team. Love Is So Sad If you refuse me.” he swore. I shall die.” She refused him. Sixty years later he died. —Journal. GREEN MEADOWS CHICKEN or STEAK DINNERS Served Complete for 65c LUNCHES and SANDWICHES A Good Place to Hold Your Parties Charlotte Phone Main 7111-F4 A. C. CHENEY Funeral Home Call Main 63 SHELDEN SANDERS LUMBER COMPANY LUMBER. COAL. COKE and BUILDERS' SUPPLIES PAINTS and VARNISHES have been battling for top honors as the first half ends Each member shows great spirit team name. in backing his The standings up are: to February 15 Team W L Standings Tomcats 6 0 1.000 Monsters 5 0 1.000 Heartaches 3 2 .600 Dusty Stars 3 2 .500 Gophers 3 3 .500 Wildcats 1 4 .200 Bulldogs 1 4 .200 Spartans 0 6 .000 Charlotte Cagers Clash With Howell Feb. 23 Conference Games To Be Held At Charlotte Feb. 29, March 1 Friday. February 23. Charlotte will engage in the last conference game of the season with Howell, on the Orioles home court. The Charlotte quintet trounced the Highlanders 34 to 30 earlier in the season. Both teams are expected to be in A-l con- dition for the final tilt of the season. Charlotte at present has won five games and lost two. The Highlanders came through with three wins and four losses. Five seniors will complete their basketball careers for Charlotte at this game. They are Jim Spanlolo. Jack Mate. Clarence Squibb. Jim Dur- iter. and Kenneth Bruce. The Charlotte student council has invited the councils from four other schools, Hastings. Vermontville. Grand Ledge, and Katon Rapids, to attend this game. Students with second semester activity tickets will be able to bring their parents free of charge. On February 29 and March 1 and 2. the tournament games will be held at the Charlotte gymnasium. Kieunor Campbell is working at the Beach manufacturing. W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry Gifts TIRES A1 - Bill RADIOS EATON PARTS ACCESSORIES SPORTING GOODS C. HAY For TYPEWRITERS HAVE YOUR LAUNDRY DONE THE EASY WAY BY THE Community Laundry For Your Next Printing Job Phone Main 26 McQRATH - DeFOE CO. Publisher % of the Charlotte Republican-Tribune ORANGE BLACK Club Sossip F. F. A. The Charlotte P. P. A. chapter is planning a visit to a swimming, pool in the near future. They elected two state convention candidates, namely Max Sutherland and Elden Dyraond. These boys are to head a seed-sell- ing contest to be held by the chapter. A jello contest is also going to be held The Charlotte boys lost an F. F. A. basketball game to Olivet there last week. A game with Bellevue to be played on the home court Thursday. February 15. has been postponed in- definitely. The chapter is expecting to play at least two more F. F. A. basketball games on the home court. Speedwriters The Speedwriters will have Cecil Hay as their guest speaker March 5. He was scheduled to speak to the club Tuesday. February 20. but be- cause of there being a home basket- ball game, the meeting was post- poned. He will also demonstrate his mimenoscope machine. The date for the commercial club assembly has been changed to March 8. Travel Club The Travel club attended the Hast- ings vs. Charlotte basketball game at Hastings. Friday. February 0. Those attending were: Lucille Gold- man. Wanda Scott. Gladys Fields. Margery Garvey. Norma Smith. Esther Kelly. Marian Noe. Julia Grier. Pat Beechler. Pauline Kelley, Shirley Johnson. Donna Sutherland. Arlene Davis. Elaine Bruce. Marietta Denison and Jean Carlson. Mr. Denison. Mr. Noe. and Mr. Van- Vessem furnished the transportation. The club is planning a sleigh ride, which will take place in the near future. “C Club News Tuesday. February 13. the C club members, under the direction of Mr. Malcolm Gobel. Journeyed to Olivet to see Olivet college combat with Alma In a basketball contest. In place of their regular meeting on Jtevenscn ftudic February 19. they held a sledding party at McPeek's hill, to which each member invited a guest. Refresh- ments of hot chocolate and sand- wiches were served at the end of the evening. The club has been selling booster pins for the purpose of making money. The returns are not yet definite. Girls Athletic Association The Girls Athletic association will start basketball practice next week. The girls are making plans for their spring dance. HI-Y Club The Hi-Y club held Its Parent and Son banquet Monday night. February 12. at 6:30 o'clock. President Bob Huber introduced Clarence Squibb who acted as toast- master. Clarence In turn Introduced C. F. Angel who gave a very witty and humorous speech Howard New- some was the next speuker. He ex- plained the platform of the Hi-Y. Mer- rill Enyeart. state Hi-y secretary, was Introduced and gave a very interest- ing talk on Our Boys.” Later in the evening folk games were played in the gym led by Bill Carmichael of Hillsdale. Science Club The Science club gathered hs one group at their last meeting because of the absence of Mr. Koch who couldn't be present on account of the operetta. The evening was spent discussing the good and had points of photo- graphs which had been taken by members of the photographic di- vision of the club. Mr. Anderson al- so brought some enlarged photo- graphs and gave the members of the club a chance to comment on them. A new enlarger has been acquired by the photographic division and they are expecting to begin instruct- ion with it at their next meeting. Bob Ladd. '39. who was enrolled at Western State Teacher's college in Kalamazoo the first term, will not at- tend this term, as he plans to work in Charlotte. It Pays to Buy LATEST STYLES at bargain prices Alumni News Max Tullis. '38. Is playing forward on the Alma freshman basketball team. Bob Ladd. '38. is home from West- ern State where he attended school the first semester. Loretta Terwilliger. is employed in the office of the radio factory. Rosemary King. '38. has quit bus- iness school and is taking a post- graduate course at C. H. S. There Is a little bit of this and a little bit of that The typewriter’s busy—goin’ arat- n-tnt-a-tat The noise is really awful, but we students never care If It bothers us a little-we go out und get some air And our friend. McCall: he's our teacher, you all know Gives us plenty to keep us busy— but it seems that we’re too slow When he gives us our assignments, we are busy at the time And we’re later than the dickens, ’course, we have to pay the fine. 'Cause our journalism teacher is a guy who makes us work And alas, we studious children can- not ever play or shirk!—(Petoskey HI Light). City Dude (approaching a farmer): “I say there, farmer, have you a monkey wrench here? Farmer: Now. me brudder has a ihcep ranch and me cousin u cattle ranch, but It’s too cold here for .nonkeys!—The Explorer. SPECIAL AFTERNOON SKATING Saturdays and Sundays 15c 2:30 • 5:00 15c WELLS ROLLER RINK If You Have Never Skated Before Learn on Thursdays 6:00-7:15 FREE Don't Forget the Leap Year Party ____February 29 - 25c___ FRED A. RICHEY Co. Dry Goods, Ready-to-Wear and Rugs Musical Advice To A Lovelorn Girl In the first place don't Fall In Love. It’s better to Lock Your Heart. Rut if you should find that you're Falling In Love With Someone, ob- serve the following rule: Have him take you for a ride in A Sailboat In The Moonlight and say to him. Let's Build a Stairway To The Stars. Find out if It’s Moon Love. If he says it is. tell him to Go Fly A Kite. But if he says I Love You Truly tell him It’s A Sin To Tell A Lie. If. on the way home, it starts to rain, sing If It Rains Who Cares, then call the Umbrella Man and go for a dance somewhere Over The Rainbow. When people see you they'll say it’a A Man and His Oream. After The Ball Is Over heud for Home Sweet Home. There say Goodnight Sweet- heart and take the Sleepy Time Ex- press.—(Petoskey Hi-Lights). Freshle: I don't know whether to be a barber or an author. Senior: Toss a coin — heads or tales. An intelligent girl Is one who knows how to refuse a kiss without being deprived of it.—State High- lights. The student with the lantern Jaw doesn't necessarily throw the most light on the subject. It's nice to live In a country where the only pacts we have to worry about are compacts. (School Press of America) It Pays to Buy At Wood’s Rexall Drug Store Where You Get Gold Stamps With Each 10c Purchase WAYNE CATTLE and POULTRY FEEDS PACKARD’S MILL For BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS Jessie G. Stine FROCK SHOP CHARLOTTE CANDY COMPANY JOHN COLIZZI JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE MAIN 200 NOE RADIO ELECTRIC SERVICE For Reliable Radio 6. Electric Repair Call at 237 N. Sheldon Phone Main 788 Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS SUPER SERVICE Cor. Lawrence Bostwick Avea. • Lansing St. VIBRATOR Electric Razors SUNBEAM MOTOR ______ $6.75 $13.50 FLASH- LIGHTS KUTCHE'C HARDWARE Fowler Chevrolet Sales Inc. LUMBER - COAL Phone Main No. 9 Dots - N - Dashes March 7: Lyceum number with the glee club, (hear those golden voire i. March 8: Speed Writers as- aombly. March S: Junior high party and leap year dance. (what fun) March 15: Whoopee! ! ! ! The Journalism Carnival’s here —thrills, spills and chills. Come one. come all. and have the fun of a life time March 15: Chnrhlan assembly, sales from the 15th to the 21st. «K t yours early) March 22: Foster assembly, (bunny is coming; to town) March 25-29: Spring vacation, (the teachers need the rest, or do we?) Journalism Carnival March 15 ORANGE BLACK Volume 14 CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY. MARCH 7. 1940 ISSUE 10 Journalists To Stage Carnival March 15 St. Patrick s Leap Year Dance To Be March 8 Basketball Team Class Queens to Be Chosen By Ballot 8eebe. Huber. Squibb. Barnes. Bruce. and Spaniolo Compose Committee •Since It’s Leap Year” In case you girls don’t know it It's leap year, so come on and show 1L Since you’ve got him In a trance! Ask him to the leap year dance. Dance as long as you like, with the band Then treat him to eats at the con- cession stand. Ask him to call at 8:00 Just a little early so you won’t be late' Remember the girls pay for the ••bills’’ So boy we promise you some thrills. —The Urbanite. The seniors will sponsor a leap year dance Friday night. March 8 from 8 to 11:30 in the new gym. Everyone Is Invited, however, the same restrictions pending the mixers will govern this dance. The girls will purchase the tickets, which will be sold for 25c a couple. Leap year only comes once every four years, so girls take advantage and ask the fellow of your dreams. Gloria Beebe is the chairman: Bob Huber Is taking care of the publicity: and the decoration committee is composed of Clarence Squibb. Wilma Barnes. Betty Bruce, and Jimmy SpAniolo. 7 and 8 Grades To Have Party March 8 at C. H. S. The committee consisting of Ted Ross; chairman. Robert Heart. Joan Barnes, and Betty Shiels. are plan- ning the party for the 7 and 8 grades, which U to Ik held March S from 7 to 9 o'clock at the high school. Chuck Wldrig .“39”. is building boats for Bill Knowles at his boat house on the I,nnsing road. Startling Review of Russian Dancers at Main Show Back Row: Coach Malcolm Gob«l, Leland Wendell. Kenneth Bruce, Lyle Kane. James Durner. Raymond Snyder. Front Row: jimmy Spaniolo. Charence Squibb, Fred Wietlng. Jack Mate, Wayne Terwilliger. Eld ward Packard Promoted Assembly Today Features To Corporal In U. S. Armyi Philharomic Quartet Active Member of A Capella Choir Group Is To Sing Over WSB News has l een received from the Kay Del. Georgia's Military School paper, of ihe activities of Edward Packard, graduate student of '39. Edward. who Is attending the Georgia Military School in Milledg- vllle. Georgia, was named Corporal and assigned to duty in the army. This promotion was one of the three that was made in the college last week. Edward Is also an active member in the choir. This A Capella Choir will be heard over radio station WSB on March 26. The members of the choir will leave the college early Sunday morning and will make appearances in: Covington. Atlanta, where they will sing over WSB. Supt. Jay Dykhouse Gives Radio Speech Over WKZO Superintendent Jay Dykhouse was guest speaker on a program sponsor- ed by the Charlotte Republican-Tri- bune. which was broadcast over WKZO. Kalamazoo. Earl McGrath acted as master of ceremonies. He gave a very Inter- esting talk on Charlotte as a com- munity. Mrs. Clyde Fulton sang two solos accompanied by Mrs. Glenn Marple. Mr. Dykhouse’ talk was about the schools, what our schools offer and about our new high school building. Mr. M. If. DeFoe gavo the last speech which was about the state and local affairs. Duker, Will. Smith, and Smith Make Philharmonic Quartet for Assembly This afternoon at two p. m. the Philharmonic quartet from WON In Chicago will give an assembly for the students and guests of Charlotte high school. The quartet has appeared before an audience of over 80.000 for two years. They attended the conven- tion of Illinois Women’s Club. The quartet consists of Guther Duker. tenor: George Grammer Smith, bari- tone; Howard Will, tenor: and David Smith, bass. No admission will be charged, but a voluntary collection will be taken to help pay expenses. Russell Spice will be chairman of the program. Mr. Raidle, Mr. McCall Speak to Senior Class Monday. February 19. Mr. Stanley Raidle. prominent lawyer in Char- lotte. spent a half hour with the class. He told of his experiences while -t law school and as a lawyer. Mr. Raidle also spoke of the advantages and disadvantages of being a lawyer, mid to the girls came th information that there was a demand for good law stenographers. Monday. February 26. Mr McCall,1 nrincipnl of Charlotte high school, gave his version on choosing a voca-| lion and how to go about It. He gave the students Information on J colleges nnd what they expect from ( you. Clarence Squibb Is securing the speakers for the class. Dine and dance to the music of your favorite swingmaster at the Cafe de Paris”, see and talk to the Wild man front Borneo ; and the Bearded lady from the wilds of Oak park: visi' ’•Chinatown and the Cotton Club , featuring Mary King and Joan Barnes in the “Drunkard ' Dance ; attend the boxing matches and see the na- tions famed fighters: hear the mystic odes of the fortune tellers; try your luck at the shooting gallery and the fish pond: become acquainted with the fair senoritas from the Spanish show attend the Style Salon and see the styles through the ages; match your wits in the Hall of Terror: buy your favorite photograph at the Rogues’ Gallery, and eat to your heart's con- tent at the many shops along the mid- way at the annual Journalism Carni- val to be held on Friday. March 15. Queen To Be Crowned Girls. It’s time you perked up a bit; dig out the old makeup kit. and ac- quire a pleasing personality, for who knows you may be the next queen of your class. Selection of the class queens will be done by ballot, as in previous years, with one queen beiug selected from each of the grades In the high school. Mr. Dykhouse will officiate at the coronation ceremonies, with the placing of crowns on the heads of the five students chosen. The qu?ens will rule over the carnival nd the school. The ballot found In this issue of the Orange Black will give you in opportunity to vote for vour choice for class queen and with the purchase of tickets at the carnival you may cast votes for the school queen. Sideshows will start promptly at seven o’clock, lasting until nine- thirty; the main show starts at approximately nine-forty-five. The theme throughout the carnival will be international. There will be plenty of fun. thrills, and excitement for everyone At you enter the gay and brilliant midway you will first purchase tickets at six for $.25; be sure to buy enough ■ to visit all the glamorous sideshows. Amid the candy and popcorn shonpes. we find Betty Bruce making desk favors, and artist Stan Burt who will do your portrait. My. what queer looking people we find In room 111: goodness, they must Ik the chinks from Chinatown”, sideshow operated by Miller. Williams, and Viler. Going on to the band room we find the Span- ish show with Its fair senoritas and gay cabaleros. among them Mellor and Green, proprietors, and directly across in the entrance to the auditorium is the fish pond with proprietors Dodge and Davidson; better try your luck, they always say big things come in little packages. Continuing to the junior high study hall we find the full-colored cast of the ’’Cotton Club minstrel show straight from Harlem- Ya such, they knowes what thev’s talkin’ 'about. It really is somethin’ with Barnes and Haddix caretakers. Outside we find a Rogues Gallery (students, here’s your first and final chance to buy that favorite photo- graph) with LaDonna Stacey, pro- fCnntlnned on page 4.) Leap Year Dance March 8 Page 2 ORANGE A BLACK !� ORANGE BLACK Published Bi weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Quill and Scroll International First Place Award. '35. '36, ’37. ’38 Subscription Rates. $.75 Executive Board Staff Publisher .......................... Dorene Snoke Managing Editor .................... Wilma Barnes Editor-in-chief ................... Bethel Keefer Business Manager ............... Maynard Davidson Advertising Manager........................ Marian Williams Faculty Adviser ................... Harlan McCall Reporters .............. Rest of Journalism Class Dale Smith Dale Smith was born July 29. 1926 and passed away at the Hayes-Green hospital. February 23. 1940. During his brief high school career. Dale was elected president of the eighth grade class: at the beginning of the year he was appointed to be on the assembly committee. He was also secre- tary of his home room. Dale was active In sports, especially basketball. Dale was a dependable person and always did his share. His smiling face as well as his cheerful personality Is missed by all those with whom he came in contact. Journalism Carnival March Fable Mary had a little lamb. Sweetest little chap: When Mary went to school each day He’d try to take a nap. But Leo Lion bothered him: He’d always pick a fight And teased the wooly. little lamb. Because he knew his might. Origination Of Journalism Carnival Journalism as an English course came Into our school with Harlan McCall and from the very first was received with much enthusiasm. It has completely changed the year book. From being the high and mighty Delphian whose staff con- sisted of only a few chosen people, the publica- tion now is for. and by -the student body and is truly a part of the school. Since all of this cost a great deal the class of ’33 found it must have money. Accordingly a well chosen committee conceived the idea of a Journal- istic Carnival. So great was their faith in the success that they chose Friday 13. as the day. And It truly was a success in entertainment as well as in finances. It had all the typical features of regular carnivals, blaring music, freak shows, fortune tellers, a valley of horrors, and a one act play called. The Shake Up . The greatest highlight of this as of following carnivals was the crowning of the Queen. Miss Ruth Stringham re- ceived this honor in 1933. Since that start each class has tried hard to surpass its predecessor with the result that the freaks have been freakier, the ghosts more ghost- ly. and the Queen more Queenly until now. the year of 1940 promises to be the carnival of carnivals. Jerry Settles For the second time within two weeks, death reached Charlotte high school. The second victim of streptococcus infection was Jerry Settles, who passed away at a Lansing hospital. March 5. 1940. He was born January 28. 1927. Jerry attended Gramar school last semester, and was in grade 7-B, having been here only three weeks. He resided at 208 Maple street. Truthfulness is one of the most admired qualities in a person. Many men have become well known, not because of their marked ability in economics, music, government, and other fields, but because of their righteous ways. Many men have died be- cause they dared to tell the truth, but they are the ones who are regarded as the great men in history. Truth in a classroom as well, makes many more friends for you. Outstanding students who are known to be leaders have suddenly lost friends through a moment of wanting to get everything for nothing. Remember, at the time of the real test, there will be no opportunity to cheat. Poor lambie broke beneath the strain. And now they're both quite snug. 'Cause Lambie's in a butcher shop While Leo’s now a rug. By The March Wind Let s Make It A Success! To create better feeling between the high schools in Hastings. Vermontville. Grand Ledge. Eaton Rapids and Charlotte the student councils had a joint meeting and decided to have an inter-school dance In the Charlotte gymnasium on April 19. Tickets are to be sold In each school, at fifty cents a couple. Each school expects to sell its quota of tickets. If the dance is a success, another may be planned in the future. This is the chance for students from the different schools to get acquainted with each other. With the co-operation that it is known you will give, this dance will be the best ever held in C H. S. Your Hit Parade Wendell Anderson—Careless William Austin—Billy Richard Bilbie—Jumpin' Jive (makes you nine- I foot four) Kenneth Brown—God Bless America I Alleen Combs—All the Things You Are Jay Dykhouse—Please Be Kind Malcom Gobel—Darn That Dream Ward Hynes—Music. Maestro. Please Margaret Johnson You Must Be Ever So. Ever So Quiet Marena Kiplinger Please Arnold Koch—Everybody Sing Harlan McCall—1The Little Man Who Wasn’t There Earl Mead Let’s Build a Stairway To the Stars Marion Nelthorpe—I used to Be Color Blind Wilford Rohlfs—Take Me Out to the Ball Park Sarah Ross—Short and Sweet Russell Steffens—An Apple For the Teacher Marie Taylor—Simple and Sweet Eulalia Toms—Can’t We Talk It Over Jacob VanVessem—In An Old Dutch Garden Patricia Verdler—Gee. But You’re Swell Winifred Wells—You're an Education In Your- self .Leora Weymouth — Reading. Writing, and Rhythm France Wlldern—And the Angels Sing A lias In case some of the seniors decide to travel in. cognito, here are a few suggestions: Dale Cobbler Wilma Houses Shirley Fetch Norman DeSoto Alberta Croquet Doit Like Lyle Crutch Helen Naw Neil Smart Gloria Circularsburg Jack Partner Hazel Eves Jimmy Forest Jane Johns Betty Spoons Max Meadow Roberta Briarton Stanley Whistle Beulah Gunshot Wanda Irish Audrey Spanker James Hecker Eunice Joke Bob Roosters If you are in doubt about these persons here are their correct names: Shumaker. Barnes. Bring. Dodge. Goff. Love. Kane. Yaw. Clever. Rounsville. Mate. Adams. Wood. Peters. Sparks. Field. Thornton. Horn. Beebe. Scott. Tanner. Durner. Riddle, and Cox. Student Column What Is your opinion on hsvlng another student forum? What would you like to have discussed Donis Fletcher: 1 think they’re all right. I would like to have the honor roll discussed. Lucile Goldman: I think that it is a good idea. It would be nice to have different occupations dis- cussed. and occassionally a speaker to tell about his profession.” Kenny Collins: “It would be a good idea to discuss the school curriculum. Dick Sanders: “We should have another one and enforce the suggestions offered, as nothing was done about the last forum. It should be adver- tised a little more so more people would come.” Headlines of the Past From a 1936 Orange Black- Council Selects This Week For Clean Up (Yes. even then). Orioles. Cardinals Fight To 13-13 Tlo (And Eaton Rapids is still tough). Vote 7 to 1 As School Project Passes Through • Even to a novel gym and auditorium). And In 1937- Student Council To Sponsor Dedication Mixer (Admission 10c for students). Enrollment Exceeds Any In High School's History (649 students! ! !) Principal McCall Assigns Rooms (So that's why they're where they are?) In 1938- High School Band Awarded Honor (Highly su- perior! ! Charlotte Won The Regional (Pretty good track team). In 1939— Spaniolo Appoints Prom Committees For June 9 (It's not far off this yenr). Put-in-Bay Destination of Annual Senior Trip 1 (We'll do them one better). BALLOT I choose the following most popular girl in my class to be crowned queen at the journalism carnival. Each subscriber of an Orange A Black may vote only once. The ballots are to be place in a box in the lobby on the first floor. ORANGE A BLACK Pag 8 Lakeview, Nashville Win Tournament Finals Mar. 2 Class “C” and Class “B Playoffs Staged in Charlotte Gymnasium An aggressive Lakevlew high basketball team finished its first round of the class B tournament games Thursday evening. February 29 with a decisive 43 to 31 victory over the Orioles. Armstrong, shining his best form of the season, hit the net for 17 points for the Battle Creek team, while Spaniolo spurked the Charlotte cagers with a total of 13 points. The blue and white quintet Jumped Into the lead in the early minutes of play on successive field goals by And- erson. star forward of the Spurtans At the half Lakevlew still held the lead by the score of 19-13. Coming back strongly in the second half the local five tried vainly to overcome an increasing lead, but were unable to check the sure shoot- ing of the food city sharpshooters. The third and fourth quarters proved to be see saw affairs, with each team exchanging shots. By the time the final horn had sounded. Armstrong and Anderson had together racked up 31 points for the winners, out of a possible 43. Kowalk and Armstrong once more led their teams in scoring, along with Cole and Hawkins for Nashville and Vermontville, By winning these games the two winners have placed themselves in position for the Albion regional con- tests to be held at Albion college next week end. Eaton Rapids eliminated Hastings in their first game also Thursday night to the tune of 49 to 42. Keeler and Kowalk were high scorers for the night with 15 and 21 points re- spectfully. The Island City five led Hastings throughout the game, being ahead at half-time 19-18. In Saturday night's final contests Eaton Rapids bowed to Lakevlew 27 to 19 and Vermontville lost a hard fought game to Nashville 2S-21. Just Like New When We Rebuild Your Shoes Buy Your Shoe Needs Here RENU SHOE SHOP SAM VITALE SKATES Sharpened BICYCLES Repaired YATES HARDWARE Charlotte Cagers Defeat Howell Charlotte Takes Second Place in Conference Playing their final conference game of the season the Charlotte Oriole cagers won from Howell in a hard fought game by the score of 32-30. The game was played on the home court on Friday night. February 23. Charlotte had a slight edge in the first quarter with Squibb. Mate, and Wendell doing the scoring. The quarter ended in favor of Charlotte. 8-6. In the second quarter Howell came back strong and tied the Orioles up. The score at the half was 15-18 in favor of Howell. The third quarter was rather quiet with Charlotte having a slight edge. The fourth quarter proved to be the most exciting with the score very close and both teams fighting hard to get the lead, but the Orioles won out and the game ended 32-30 In favor of Charlotte. This victory assured Charlotte of second place In the conference stand- ings. The line-up was as follows: Charlotte Howell Bruce F Sandlin Wendell F N1 block Squibb (Captain) C Dickson Mate G Nieman Spaniolo G Gallop Official Guy V. Huston. Flint. Clare Weaver, 38 . was home last week. Julius Fisher . 39”, is working at the radio plant. Young’s Jewelry Shop Watche - Diamond� . Silverware Clock� - Glasware • Dmnerware “GIFTS THAT LAST” Main 637 Expert Repairing Fruit and Vegetables AT BOB’S MARKET Call Main 63 SHELDEN SANDERS LUMBER COMPANY LUMBER. COAL. COKE and BUILDERS' SUPPLIES PAINTS and VARNISHES NOE RADIO ELECTRIC SERVICE For Reliable Radio A Electric Repair Call at 237 N. Sheldon Phone Main 788 Sports IRouiOiv Ldund Wendel has shown his abil- ity In his first year of competition on th«« basketball team. Wayne Terwllliger was absent Iron� the Mason game due to his previous illness. Wanted: good track recruits for the 1940 campaign. If anyone thinks that he has any ability to run report to Coach Gobel. “Hank Brown's all-star team gave the second team a good game the night of the Howell game. Van’s mites have turned in a good season for the year: 9 wins and 3 losses. Seven seniors played In their last basketball game in the tournament. They are Jack Mate. Jim Spaniolo, Clarence Squibb. Lyle Kane. Ken Bruce, Jim Durner ami Rube Snyder. Coach Gobel is sporting around in a new 1940 Plymouth. Boy. what the C boys couldn't do, if each member had one! All basebfcllers will soon be at it un- der the leadership of Rohlfs' coach- ing staff. Raymond Snyder participated in the Mason game. Interclass Basketeers Fight For Championship The all-star team played the high school’s second team in the prelimin- ary at the Howell game Friday. Feb- ruary 23. The second team defeated the all-stars in a hard-fought game to the tune of 25 to 20. The team standings are as follows: W L S Monsters 6 1 .857 Dusty Stars 5 3 .625 Tomcats 6 1 .857 Heartaches 4 3 .571 Gophers 4 4 .500 Bulldogs 3 5 -375 Wildcats 2 6 .250 Spartans 0 7 .000 The results of games played Febru- ary 23 are: Dusty Stars 24 vs Gophers 12 Bulldogs 21 vs Wildcats 19 Tomcat8 37 vs Heartaches 8 The games to be played Friday. March 1. In the girls’ gymnasium are: Monsters versus Tomcats are to battle for the championship, while the Dusty Stars will battle with the Heartaches for third position. C. H.S. Baseball Regulars Hold Meeting This Week So far no definite arrangements have been made regarding the C. H. S. baseball team, which will he getting under way In a few weeks. Letterinen who will be l� ack on the diamond this year are as follows. Spaniolo. Mate. Steinman. Terwllliger. D. Shumaker. Kane. Durner. Squibb. Fowler, and L. Shumaker. Mr. Wilford Rohlfs is planning a baseball meeting this week. Meet Your Friends at Our New Fountain — Everything Tastes Better — Wood’s Drug Store AMERICA'S FAVORITE SPORTS ARE STILL SADDLE OXFORDS Saddles are more popular than ever. We have many new numbers, sideties and Walled Lasts FRED MURRAY CO. IT’S THM 10 BUy” at Jessie G. Stine frock Shop C. HAY For TYPEWRITERS GREEN MEADOWS CHICKEN or STEAK DINNERS Served Complete for 65c LUNCHES and SANDWICHES A Good Place to Hold Your Parties Charlotte Phone Main 7111-F4 CHARLOTTE CAFE The Home of Good Food. We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Phone Main 306 HAVE YOUR LAUNDRY DONE THE EASY WAY BY THE Community Laundry Why not get to school on time - get an Alarm Clock AT l UTCHE'C 1% hardware 4m PRINTING BETTER QUALITY FAIR PRICES Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS SUPER SERVICE Cor. Lawrence A Bostwick Aves. • Lansing St. Phone Main 26 McQRATH - DeFOE CO. Publishers of the Charlotte Republican -Tribune gc 4 ORANGE 4 BLACK Club Soss p Girl Reserves Club The girls are to have their next meeting with the Hi Y boys. A con- stitution is going to be written and the girls are to become members of the national organization. The committee for the meeting on April 1 is to be Rosemary Parkhurst. Arlene Stanke. and Jean O’dell. Hi-Y The Hi-Y have been discussing and filling out questionnaires; they will continue to discuss and summarize them at their next meeting. The Hi-Y boys played basketball after their regular meeting last week. The next Hi-Y meeting will be held with the Girl Reserves. Science Club The science club has obtained a new enlarger for photography. Every- one in the club Is learning to use it. At every other meeting a different division has to present a program. At the last meeting Ed. Smith showed some movies he had taken on his hunting trip. The experimental divi- sion has charge of the next program. Glee Clubs The glee clubs had a party in the old gymnasium last Tuesday. All those who were in the operetta were invited. The club is now making plans for the music festival which will be held here probably on April 18. Olivet, Dlmondale. and Pottervillc are plan- ning on coming and all other schools in the county are invited. Speed Writers Friday. March 8. the speed writers’ club will present a play for the stu- dent body entitled. “This Could Hap- pen To You , which was written by Lucile Goldman. The characters are: judge. Shirley Bring; court crier, Wanda Scott; Henry. Arleta Austin: .Mary, Julia Grier; attorney for the defendant. Wilma Barnes; attorney for the plaintiff. Gloria Rounsville; court stenographer. Margaret McUm- bor: clerk of the court. Kathleen Mikesell; Jurors, the rest of the speed writers' club. Wanda Scott is to act as chairman of the assembly program. Cecil Hay Is to speak to the girls Footlighteers Dramatize Parent s Night Production The Parents' Night tragedy Uncle Bob’s Bride was restaged by the Footlighteers at a regular Friday as- sembly on March 1. entertaining the student body. The cast, directed by Gerry Fulton, consisted of: Bob Huber, Uncle Bob: Gloria Beebe. Stella; Kathleen Mikesell. Frances; Pat Beechler. Betty; Jane Mulholland, Sarah; Vada Miller. Aunt Eldora; Jean O'dell. Miss Arnold; Betty Bruce. Annie. The plot centers around the miscon- ception of characters who are sup- posed to be what they are not. The Identity of Uncle Bob's bride is un- intentionally kept in suspense and a good many verbal complications arise from the situation. on March 5 about the different ma- chines. such as a typewriter, adding machines, and the stereotype. Travel Club The travel club had a roller skating party Tuesday night. February 27 at the Wells roller rink. Each mem- ber could take as many guests as he wanted to. Footlighteers Friday. March 8 the dramatics club presented an assembly, in which the play. Uncle Bob's Bride was pre- sented. The play. Squaring It With The Boss, which won first place Parents' Night, will l e given at the Journalism Carnival. March 15. A special meeting was called last week for the purpose of having try- outs for senior boys. Jim Wood and Neal Tomlinson were admitted into the club. There are still vacancies for boys in the club and try-outs will be held again in the near future. The club is planning for Drama Night, which will be held in the near future. For EASTER JEWELRY 4 GIFTS SHOP AT W. E. WRIGHT’S JEWELRY GIFTS CHARLOTTE CANDY COMPANY JOHN COLIZZI A. G CHENEY Funeral Home Jtevenson Jtcdic For BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS L. L. JOHNSON LUMBER CO. WOODWARD PASTEURIZED MILK - CREAM - CHOCOLATE MILK CHEESE BUTTER Phone Main 254__________ w. B sterling Carisle Radio and IDusic Service For Musical Instruments, Sheet Music, Radios Etc. Assembly To Be Presented; Charhians To Go On Sale The Charhian staff, with Bethel Keefer and Bob Huber heading the circulation of the year books, will start the ball rolling March 18. There is to be a contest between the boys and girls, with the winners to be given a banquet by the less fortunate. They will present an assembly March 15. A short skit is to he one of the main features. Steffens, Mead To At- tend Teachers’ Convention Mr. Steffens, of the mechanical shop, is to speak at the annual teach- ms' convention, which is to he held from April 18 to the 20 In Detroit, at the Book-Cadillac hotel. Modern shops' lay-outs and equip- ment Is to be Mr. Steffens’ main topic lor his speech, which is to be given Saturday morning. April 20. Mr. Mead is also to attend the con- vention. and take part in a discussion group of woodwork for high schools tt the state. Several changes have been made in the mechanical shop. Muny tools and drawing tables have been pur- chased. Other types of benches and fables are now in use. The whole general arrangement of the shop has been changed. June Saums. 39 . is working at McNamara's. JOURNALISTS TO STAGE CARNIVAL MARCH 15 Continued from I i prletress; in the lower hall of -.he junior high is the shooting gallciy (better try your luck at a bulls eye� with Caughv. Wllinore. and Cheney in charge. Directly opposite the sh� K� t ing gallery we discover the mystic au.l weird tones of the fortune tellers Mesdames Zorin hula and Faun� will tell located in the old office. In th� - old gym are the boxing matches with referees Braden and Mayhew; tonight is ladies' night so be sure to wait and witness the match between ? and ? ; it promises to be a thrilling spertarl� Back in the new building we are mi� to discover the freak show somowh -re with the queerest people on exhibit this side of the earth. In the home economics room will be found a style Salon featuring styles through the ages; bettor attend, girls, you might find something worth trying out from the congenial suggestions of the owners Keefer and Mikesell. At last we arrive at the “Cafe de Paris” where we are gully greeted to dine and dance to the music of the latest swing hits while waiting to attend the main show' and the coronation ceremonies. Dale Shu- maker and Clarence Betts are In charge of the dancing and Eleanor Raymond and Gloria Beebe, the re- freshments. My goodness, we almost 'orgot to visit the hall of terror: si the human skeleton, but no teeth chat- tering please; If someone should give you a slide on a toboggan or on electric shock don't be too frightened, for it is only done in fun. Confucius say: Those who miss Journalism Carnival missum heap lot of fun. FRED A. RICHEY Co. Dry floods. Ready-to-Wear and Ru?s WAYNE CATTLE and POULTRY FEEDS PACKARD’S MILL MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Gran. Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan Fowler Chevrolet Sales JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE MAIN 200 Inc. Compliments of WILCOX-GAY CORPORATION MANUFACTURERS OF NATIONALLY FAMOUS RECORDI O LUMBER-COAL Phone Main No. 9 VOCAL FESTIVAL MARCH 18 ORANGE I)LAG I BAND BOUNCE rV APRIL 5 “THE CHARHIAN Volume 14 CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY. MARCH 21. 1940 ISSUE 11 Mikesell Reigns Queen of C.H.S. profit From Carnival Net Over $100 Toward Yearbook Kathleen Mikesell. senior class member, was crowned queen of Char- lotte high school at the annual Jour- nalism carnival last Friday night. Superintendent Jay Dykhouse crown- «1 the queen at the main ahow of the carnival. Jerry Fulton, junior; Bet- ty Weaver, sophomore; Jerry Nlc- cum. freshman; Connie Beebe, eighth grade; and Maurine Nielsen, seventh grade were also crowned queens of their respective classes. Side shows opened at 7:00 and closed at 9:30. The main show be- gan at 9:45. An International theme existed through out the evening's program. Principal Harlan McCall stated. A crowd of approximately 400 was attracted by the event. The profits netted over $100.” This money will go Into the publication of the school's yearbook. Members of the Journalism class and Charhian staff sponsored the carnival. Jane Peters was general chairman and Harlan McCall. Jour- nalism Instructor, was faculty ad- viser. Home Room 302 Presents “When James’ Faith Won” Mrs. Marena Kiplinger's home room will present the annual Easter assembly tomorrow afternoon. March 22. When James' Faith Won” Is the play which will be given: it includes the following cast: Sarah. Alberta Goff; John. Norman Dodge: Peter. Russell Spotts: James. David Koch; Mary Magdalene. Wilma Onosa; Mary, mother of Christ. Olive For- «11; and Joanna. Hazel Bumford. An Easter message will be given by Lucille Goldman, followed by the invocation. A group of girls under the direction of Mrs. Frances Wil- dern will sing a choral response to the invocation. Hazel Adams will give a short Bible reading. Arnold Koch will sing. Also a mixed quartet will sing at the end of the play. Shirley Bring is to be the chairman of the assembly. Philharmonic Quartet of Chicago Gives Assembly Singing old and new popular songs, the WGN Philharmonic quartet from Chicago entertained the students and their guests in the high school au- ditorium on March 7. The quartet, which presented the assembly at 2:00 p. m.. consists of Gunther Duker. Howard Will tenors; George Grammar Smith, baritone; and David Smith, bass. Their ac- companist is Miss Smith. Following are some of the selec- tions they sang: Lord’s Prayer. Who Killed Cock Robin?. Dance Comrades. Old King Cole. Alexander’s Ragtime Band. Green-Eyed Dragon With The Thirteen Tails. Hannah, Smoke Gets in Your Eyes, and several negro spirituals. Speed Writers Stage Superintendent Assembly March 8 Friday. March 8 the commercial club gave an assembly for the stu- dents of C. H. S. The program consisted of a violin solo by Jane Mulholland accompanied by Doraln Hettmansperger at the piano. Dorain then played a solo “In The Mood”. Mary King and Joan Barnes did the Bowery Dance, after which the group presented a play, written by Lucille Goldman, entitled “It Could Happen To You.” Last but not least Vada Miller sang “Oh Henry Oh! Wanda Scott was chairman of the assembly. April 5 Is Set For Date Of Annual Band Bounce 150 Musician of Junior, Senior Band To Participate in Affair. One hundred and fifty musicians will perform at the fourth annual Rand Bounce to be held in the Char- lotte high school auditorium. April 5 nt 8:00 o'clock. The program will range from num- bers of old popular pieces to Victor Herbert Favorites. Other features of the evening will be the story of three bears told by Bob Huber with' music, and there will be various solos taken from each hand. There will be an assembly given for students on the afternoon of April 5. The evening performance will be for adults only. Ward Hynes, director of the hands, stated that the program will be in- teresting are well as entertaining and that both bands will be in uni- form. Although there will be no admls slon charge, a free-will offering will be taken to help finance the band when it takes its’ trip to the Holland tulip festival. A great deal of time has been spent in preparing for this annual event. MR. DYKHOUSE Superintendent Jay Dykhouse has been in the Charlotte high school for twelve years. In 1928 he became principal of the high school and in 1934 he was promoted to superin- tendant of the Charlotte public schools. He has been very success- ful as the scoutmaster of troop 45. which he has been the leader of practically ever since he came here. Agricultural Conference Will Be Here April 3 District conference for teachers of agriculture is to be held at Char- lotte high school. The purpose of this conference is to plan a program in vocational agri- culture for the spring of 1940. Mr Rohlfs. the local agricultural teacher, will be chairman of the conference. George H. Fern, director of the: State Board of Control for Vocational I Education states that he appreciates Mr. Dykhouse's entertaining the dis-; trict conference at Charlotte high chool. County Vocal Festival Will Be Held April 18 The county vocal festival will be given April is. at 7:30 o’clock in the Charlotte high school auditorium. All the high school glee clubs in the county are taking part. They are as follows: Eaton Rapids. Bellevue, Olivet. Dimondale Potterville. Grand Ledge. Vermontvllle. and Charlotte. There will be a rehearsal at 3:00 o’clock the same day in the C. H. S. auditorium. All the schools are go- ing to sing as one group: Fairest Lord Jesus”. “In The Time of Roses”. Glory of God and Nature , and “If My Song Had Wings . Each school will sing an individual number. The girl choruses will sing Bende- meer's Stream , and the boys' chor- uses will contribute Stars of The Summer Night . Kenneth Newlaud. the head of Olivet college vocal department, is to be the director. Nearby Schools To Have Dance In Charlotte Gym A dance will be held April 19 in the Charlotte high school gymnas- ium for students of Hastings. Eaton Rupids. Grand I edge. Verinontville. | and Charlotte high schools. The purpose of this dance will be to meet students from other schools on a social basis rather than com- petitive sports activities, and create a more friendly spirit between the schools. Tickets will be sent to the other schools to be sold there for fifty cents a couple. Decoration of the gymnasium is to be done by the Charlotte stu- dent council, with a section for each school. Each school is to furnish one number of the Intermission pro- gram. This dance is to be sponsored ; by the Charlotte high school student council. Bring and Mikesell Head Class of ’40 Dodge Competes With Nine Girls in the Upper Ten Shirley Bring, who has attained a perfect A average during her four year of high school, leads the upper ten as valedictorian. Kathleen Mikesell. comes in second with an average of 3.97 and is this year’s salutatoriam The girls are the high pointers this year as there is only one boy in the upper ten. the remaining students in this group, according to rank, are: Dorene Snoke. 3.94; Nor- man Dodge. 3.81: Elma Klaiss. 3.80; Vada Miller. 3.77; Jane Peters. 3.71; Julia Lewis. 3.65; Julia Grier. 3.64; and Bethel Keefer. 3.62. Mary Maxine Richey, who is at- tending Michigan State college, was the Inst one to receive a perfect A average until this year. The upper third included all stu- dents obtaining an average above 2.76. Assembly Features Coming Carnival and Charhian The Charhian staff and journalism class presented a varied program in assembly Friday. March 15. A short skit edited by Jane Peters was presented first with James Span- iolo. Leone Haddix. Wilma Barnes, and herself taking part. Bill Clever read the skit, written by Wilma Barnes, over the micro- phone Advertising the journalism carnival. Those giving comments alrnut their shows were Vada Miller. Leone Haddix. Bethel Keefer. Olive Forell. Jack Smith and Eleanor Ray- mond. Teachers Plan Party For Board Members in April The teachers1 club is planning on giving its annual party for the board members and their wives about the first of April. Mr. Harlan McCall has been appointed chairman of the com mittee for the party. Other teachers serving on this committee are as fol- lows: Miss Winifred Wells. Miss Lucille Fisher. Mr. Ward Hynes. Miss Nlnn Shot well, and Mr Earl Mead. Alumni lbum With Ye Old Grads” Don Smith. '36. ran in the indoor high, low hurdles and the 40 yard spirit at Alma, recently. Stanley Rogers. ’39. is taking his final exams prior to joining the navy. Fellows signing up from now on sign up for a six year stretch Gail Cheney. '38. plans to assist Coach Gobel with the track sprinters this season during evenings after he returns from Acme Business school in Lansing. Joe Sitnek. '36. may hold a regular position ns sports editor on the MSC daily next year. (Continued on page 4.) Page 2 ORANQZ A BLACK ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Quill and Scroll International First Place Award, '35. ’36. ’37, '38 Subscription Rates. $.75 Executive Board Staff Publisher.........................Dorene Snoke , Managing Editor....................Wilma Barnes Editor-In-Chief....................Leone Haddix i Business Manager................Marian Williams Advertising Manager...............Audrey Tanner Faculty Adviser...................Harlan McCall Reporters..............Rest of Journalism Class Easter Refrain Christ arose. Such a beautiful thought and what a wealth of meaning it holds. Millions of people, whether in the smallest | church or the largest cathedral, will raise their voices Easter morning singing. “Up from the grave He arose, with a mighty triumph o’er his | foes—” Did he triumph by the use of a sword? No. only by love and sacrifice for others who neither understood nor loved him. But to have a better understanding of Easter and why we celebrate it let us go briefly into the history of it. The name Easter comes from that of ancient Anglo Saxon goddess of spring. Easter in whose I honor a festival of spring was held in the month I of April. It was from these old time pagan festivals that many of our Easter customs come from. One of the oldest of Easter customs is exchang- ing colored eggs as symbols of the resurrection. From time itnmemorable eggs have been used to represent the new birth of springtide. An old | legend relates that colored eggs are the gift of the rabbit on Piaster eve. The decorated cards that are often sent as Piaster greetings frequently contain bunnies” pictured along with white Easter lilies and colored eggs. Spring Sports Baseball and track are again becomiug the leading high school sports due to the popularity of these two events. Because of the lack of inter- est In these sports, the attendance at the games has been very low the past few years. Baseball and track both are a hard playing game and those boys who are out there doing their best for C.H.S., need something behind them. What they want is YOU.” They need your support, the same as in football or basketball. So this year let’s make a record-breaking crowd at every home event. More trophies in our trophy case wouldn’t look so bad. would they? But it’s up to you. yust Ground 7J ie Corner When we see the first bird that has returned from the South, the first one on a bush or tree, the first blade of green grass, what does it make you students think of? Yes. SPRING! We think of spring vacation, the time every hoy and girl waits for after a long cold winter. Spring vacation is a good time to get a little sleep, maybe, or take the best girl for a walk through the park. When we can take “those red flannels off and replace them with the good ol' light weights. It won't be long, my children, before spring vaca- tion will be upon us ... so make the most of it and come back to school with a determination in your heart to do better in all your subjects. Max Bottomley (leaving chemistry lab): What's that funny smell? Jack Smith: That’s fresh air. you sap. Confucius say: Girl is match for man with money burn. Lipstick on boy’s face Is seal of acceptance. Smart cats eat cheese and wait for a mouse with baited breath. Scholargram. 5! Caster Soul of Mankind. He wakes—He lives once more! O soul, with heart and voice Sing! sing!—the stone rolls chorus from the door— Our Lord stands forth.—Rejoice! Rejoice. O garden-land of song and flowers; Our King returns to us. forever ours! James Whitcomb Riley Qrief V OSSIP Wanted: A new civics teacher for Charlotte I high school, now’ that Elenaor no gun Raymond has shot our dear Mr. Van . No gun is now’ on trial for her life in the seventh hour civics class .... How many of you seniors know that the prom is going to be three weeks early this year.....You’ve all heard of the Andrews sisters with Glenn Miller and his orchestra but you ain’t heard nothing till you've heard Bob Baker. Jin� Burner and Bob Ladd sing Rag Time Cowboy Joe.” .... When is the C club going to put on another of those big feeds ???.... who is that jovial chap that has been filling unexpected individuals pockets with water lately ???.... Have you noticed all of the chess minded people in school? (If not. take a trip up to Mr. Rohlfs' room some noon) .... Did you try your luck at the carnival fish pond? (did you get your radio?) . . The seniors sure received big divi- dends from their leap year dance .... (They had over 100 people turn out for it) ... . Well I’m Gone With the Wind!” .... Cheerio. “For You” Dear Margie. You’ve Goe Me Crying Again. “I'll Rememl� er Blue Orchids.” Have You Forgotten? I Had To Call You on the Phone? I Don’t Remember My Last Goodbye. If 1 Knew Then Your Heart Belonged to Daddy. I wouldn't have Cried For You.” Now won’t you Baby Me”? Will this be “Moon Love ? Perhaps I'm boring you “What’s New?”— You'll Never Know. I guess I'll have to sing Pagliaccl” —Maybe I'd get somewhere If I Only Had a Brain.” I said I was through with love and romance, hut you taught me to love again.” “Was It Summer?”— Those Last Two Weeks in July — Remember ? Honey. please Don’t Be That Way.” Well. All Right! “Yours truly.” Billy Husband: For heaven's sake. Mary, why did you tell your mistress what time 1 got in last night when I told you not to? Maid: I didn't. She asked what time you came home and I said I was too busy getting breakfast to notice. Bud Hammond .There he lies upon the floor— He tried to slam a swinging door. Junior Highlights Our Letter To Bunny Deur Easter Bunny. To you this may seem funny That no matter what we have we wunt some more. But. if you will do your level beat In feathering our Easter nest. We'll leave you some fresh hare-ing at th� - door. The Charhian staff wants everyone to sign for a year book so will you drop fifty cent� it everyone's basket that our Charhian will be a i, „ success? The band would like two clever |)CV drum majorettes. Gloria Rounsvllle wants only aQ Easter yegg—pardon the pun. The track «nd baseball teams desire successful seasons so that they can fill up our trophy cases with new trophies. I’ve heard rumors that Dale Shumaker prays every night for a dark green angoru swouum Martha Bryan needs a little red wagon in which to take all her friends riding. Willie Wilcox hinted that he wanted a steady girl friend. The senior class would like more money to go to Chicago on. Johnny Wellman would like more doors that do not go by the Superintendent's office. Neil Clever asked please for all the composition rules to be simplified so that theme writing would be easier Now. Mr. Bunny. I have mentioned many difficult things for you to leave us. but if you would bring them and also an Increase in our allowances, we will be very grateful. Sincerely yours. Jack Mate. Mayor of Charlotte High School Spotlighting Senior Finding this popular senior lad in a very unusual place, (the ag. room) Jim Spaniolo. when asked what his favorite sport was. instantly replied. Baseball . He is very fond of all the sports, but baseball seems to be most interesting to him. so naturally he intends to go out for it this spring. Jim is known to most of his friends as Tony , When asked what he speut most of his time on, he laughed and said. “The yearbook. Jim is usually seen with Clarence Squibb. He likes popular music better than any other, and he enjoys movies and reading books. His favorite dish seems to be baked ham. College seeing to be the thing that Jim Is look- ing forward to. but he is undecided as to what he intends to do as far as his life work. SOPHOMORE Queen and secretary of the sophomore das� , and u member of the student council, are just a few of the accomplishments in the present year for Miss Betty Weaver, one of the flve high school cheerleaders. Betty is taking a commercial course and after graduating she would like to enroll at Michigan State college. Dancing seems to be her favorite pastime and she has never missed a mixer or school dance. Being quite modest when asked about her marks in school, she made no reply, but it is known she has an average close to an A. No comment was made when asked about her favorite food, but on the subject of boys, she answered with, They’re O. K.” Success I We did it! That is what you hear the dignified seulor saying. They are going to th ' World's Fair, in San Francisco, for two whol weeks. This Is the award these ambitious studem� receive for making over eight thousand dollars! They will travel by the stream-line train ah the way. Some of the places they will visit are: The Rose Bowl. Golden Gate, different base ball training camps, and on their journey home they will stop at Hollywood and visit the movie studios.—Maybe see Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney—This trip will be something that the 19— or 20—class will never forget...........(Thl article sounds good, doesn't it?) BUT .... APRIL FOOL! ! ! ! ! A freshman went to Hades To see what he could learn. The devil sent him hack. Labeled. Much too green to burn. The Stoutonln ORANGE A BLACK Page 3 Local Thinclads Begin Annual Spring Practice Cinder Squadamen Bidding For Births On Oriole Track Team Thirty-eight boys turned out for the first official track practice in the new gymnasium on March 12. Pro- spects for the coming season seem lo be good.” stated Coach Malcolm Sobel. Six veterans returned to track this year to boost the chances of the Orioles for the defence of the con- ference championship. Among those are: Kenneth Bruce. Nell Clever. Rube Snyder. Bob Huber. Gerald Smith, and Russell Bradley. Others who are out are: Briggs. Tharp. Gun- nison. Garllnghouae. Thrall. Gidner. Amiss. Kane. Mayhew. W. Shaver. Wendell. R Shaver. Hicks. Vitale. Morris. J. Clever. Clark. Cooper. Frace. C. Diamond. Klaiss, K roods- man. Martin. Grundstrom. Spanioio. Mate. Dunning. Satterly. Cox. Ter williger. E. Dymond. and Durner. Definite dates for all track meets have not been set as yet. The ones that are definite are as follows: April 27—Hastings track relay (there). April 17—Interclass track meet (here). May 1—Eaton Rapids dual meet (here). May 4—Central state relay. May 8—Hastings dual meet (here). May 18—Regional meet. May 25—State meet. The conference meet will be held at Michigan State college, but the date has not been set. Capital Circuit Schools Arrange Spring Schedules On Monday night. March 11. the representatives of the schools In the capital circuit league held their an- nual meeting at Eaton Rapids. The purpose of the meeting was to ar- range schedules and figure out the standings in football for last season and basketball this season. Coach Malcolm Gobel and assistant coach. Kenneth Brown, were repre- senting Charlotte at this annual spring meeting. The schedules were made out for next season’s basketball: baseball for this spring: track for this spring; and golf matches. After the schedules were com- pleted the standings for football last season and basketball this season were figured out. The following are the official standings in football. won tie lost Eaton Rapids 5 0 0 j Charlotte 4 0 1 Ms®on 2 1 2 Grand Ledge 1 2 2 Howell 1 1 3 St. Johns 0 0 5 The following are the official stand- ings in basketball: won lost Eaton Rapids 9 1 Charlotte 7 3 Mason 4 6 Grand Ledge 4 6 Howell 3 7 St. Johns 3 7 Where there’s a will there’s a lawsuit. Assembly Features Band In Latest Swing Hits The assembly on Friday. February 23. featured the C. H. S. band in a review including some of the popular song hits of the day. The selections played were: “Westward Hoi , Ol Johnny Oh . On the Mall . Scatter- brain . Victor Herbert's Favorites . There’s Something About a Soldier. und Builders of America. Near the end of the hour Coach Gobel gave the students a pep talk. «: Dots-N -Dashes j; i| March 22—Easter assembly. [ ]i (wear the new duds) ]i i[ April 5—Band Bounce, (let’s all i[ J! turn .nit and see MB� ]i !■ April 19 Exchange assembly ,[ •! with Marshall, (here). J, !' April 24 — Return assembly J' | with Marshall, (there). | ! April 26—Drama Night. (Ah' | ([ thOM future stars again). i[ Fruit and Vegetables AT BOB’S MARKET Call Main 63 SHELDEN SANDERS LUMBER COMPANY LUMBER. COAL. COKE and BUILDERS’ SUPPLIES PAINTS and VARNISHES WAYNE CATTLE and POULTRY FEEDS PACKARD’S MILL Several Varieties OF Rayon Anklets 20c PAIR MORRIS 5c, 10c and $1 Store 6 VARIETIES OF CANDY BARS 2 F0R 5c KROGERS Go To Carlisle fiadio and Glusic Service For Musical Instruments, Sheet Music, Radios Etc. Mayhew’s “Monsters Win Interclass Crown Macklin Mayhew’s team rode In first place as the interclass basket- ball season ended last week. Mayhew's Intramural cagers led the league throughout the season and wound up by defeating Roberts’ team to cinch the top honors. Many fast games have been played In the interclass league during the last three months. Second place honors were shared by Lee Willis' and Dorr Love’s teams. At the beginning of the season these teams were chosen by eight senior captains, and It proved to be a successful plan. Rural Students' Club Members of the rural students’ club had a leap year party on Wednesday. February 28. At times snow and Ice bring thrills as well as spills. Everyone in the club enjoyed a sleigh ride party re- cently with a great deal of merri- ment. Sports PUNK Congratulations to coach Gobel and the basketball team for a suc- cessful season. Baseball is again getting under- way. The pitchers and catchers started last Monday under the su- pervision of Mr. Roll 1 fa Lets see you go to town gang. If you see any of the fellows walk- ing down the halls limping and groaning with every step they take, think nothing of it. They are just j some of Coach Gobel’s track recruits after a few loosening up exercises, (who said a few). What do you say gang lets give the baseball and track teams some I support this year. It seems like I we always let them down. Those interested in golf keep your eyes and ears open for it won't be long before you will start clubbing that ball around the course. Exchange Miss Johnson (angrily): Not o student in this high room will be given liberty this hour. Voice in back of room (Russell Steinman): (Jive me liberty or givt me death. Miss Johnson: Who said that? Russell: Patiick Henry. All right back there , called the conductor from the front of the car. Hold on , came a feminine voice. Wait until I get my clothes on. The whole carful turned and twisted their necks expectantly, as a girl got on with a laundry basket. THE IMG CO. Mr. Austin: Why do writers always say. A blush crept across the girl's face? Fred Wieting: Well, if it ran. it iute would kick up an awful dust. When a fellow believes all the rumors he hears, his head will be full of misinformation—no room for facts whatever. Get MARLIN Double and Single Edge Blades 20c 25c KU TSCH E C HARDWARE W Stevenson Jtidio For BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS GREEN MEADOWS CHICKEN or STEAK DINNERS Served Complete for 65c LUNCHES and SANDWICHES A Good Place to Hold Your Parties Charlotte Phone Main 7111-F4 A. C. CHENEY Funeral Home CHARLOTTE CANDY COMPANY JOHN COLIZZI WOODWARD PASTEURIZED MILK • CREAM . CHOCOLATE MILK CHEESE BUTTER Phone Main 254 W. B. Sterling PRINTING BETTER QUALITY FAIR PRICES Phone Main 26 McQRATH DeFOE CO. Publither� of the Charlotte Republican -Tribune Page 4 ORANGE BLACK Sixty-Three Girls Top First Honor Roll ♦ Ninety-seven Names Appear On Honor Roll of Second Semester Six Obtain All A’s: Four Girls, Two Boys There are 63 girls leading the honor roll for the first marking period of the second semester and 32 boys. Six students have all A’s. The honor roll is as follows: Home room 111—Donald Fields. Martha Snow. Arlene Stanke (all A’s). Juliette Stocky. Ruth Towns. Dean Widrig. Lester Williams (all A’s). Horae Room 151—Bill Watson. Home Room 152—Pat Beechler. Harold Cherry. Home Room 155—Jack Hine. Betty Jean LeVanway. Joan Parker. Betty Montgomery. David McClure. Susan Stucky. Joyce Taylor. Harry Ackley. Richard Beechler. Helen Bumford. Home Room 203—Leone Haddix. Jack Mate. Robert Huber. Kathleen Mikesell. Vada Miller (all A’s). Bethel Keefer (all A’s). Jane Peters. Esther Kelly. Elma Klalss. Julia Lewis. Helen Grimes. Home Room 204—Jeanette Card-, ner. Leo Marisch. Robert Lipsey.1 Pauline Marisch. Home Room 205—Ellen Farlin. Bruce Garlinghouse. Dorain Hett- mansperger. Annabelie LaTorre. Max Sutherland. Home Room 210—Dwight Haines. Max Hosmer. Doris Mason. Marilyn Orr. Rosemary Parkhurst. Home Room 211—Marietta Deni- son. Jane Mulholland. Frances Ry- bnikar. Clara Shumaker. Phyllis Thornton. Allan Tower. Betty Weav- er. Phyllis Williams. Home Room 250—Constance Beebe. Esther Jones. June Mayhew, Marilyn Pfieffer. Nell Roberts. Anna Mae Royston. Mary Jane Spagnuolo. Home Room 251—Calvin Csatlos. Ella Norris. Dorene Wright. Home Room 252—Reta Bracy. Carla Farrier. Mary Ellen Freed. Brewster Grier. Junior Gresso. Phyllis Hack. Geraldine Harmon. Jack Hess. Clara Mae Morey. Maur- ine Nielsen. Joseph Pray. Erma Ramheau. Betty Sumerix. Joyce Suth- erland. Jlmmv Thornton. Louis Jean Wllllard. Roderick Yates. Home Room 302—Hazel Adams. Max Bottomlv. Shirley Bring (all A’s). Maxine Britten. Jean Cottrell. Maynard Davidson. Norman Dodge (all A’s). Lucille Goldman. Home Room 303—Wanda Scott. Philip Williams. Dorene Snoke. James Snaniolo. Home Room 306. Esther Bradley. Beatrice Clard. Betty Scovill. Home Room 307—Lynn Fowler. William Grier. FRESHMAN’S AMBITION i’d like to be a senior Like tho«p of whom I’ve read. A fountain pen behind my ear And nothing in mv head I would not be an emperor. I would not be a king. I’d rather be a senior And never do a thing. INCREASED IN VALUE And at her request you gave up drinking?’’ Yes. And you stopped smoking, for the same reason?” I did.” And it was for her that you gave up dancing, card parties, and bill- iards?” Absolutely.” Then why didn’t you marry her?” Well, after all this reforming. I realized I could do better. —The Fur- row. Don Lea. 39 . is employed at the radio factory. Meet Your Friends at Our New Fountain — Everything Tastes Better — Wood’s Drug Store For EASTER JEWELRY GIFTS SHOP AT W. E. WRIGHT’S JEWELRY GIFTS ' MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS “IT’S THfilfiy TO Buy ” R. W. Carr Gran. Co. at 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan Jessie G. Stine frock St op NOE RADIO ELECTRIC SERVICE For Reliable Radio d Electric Repair Call at 237 N. Sheldon Phone Main 788 Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS SUPER SERVICE Cor. Lawrence A Bostwick Aves. • Lansing St. Club Chatter Wanda Scott, program chairman, led a discussion on Business Man- ners and Relationship Between The Employer and His Office Secretary. at the regular meeting on March 18. Plans will be made in the near future for a skating party. A speak- er is to be secured for the next meet- ing. Hl-Y and Girl Reserves The Hi-Y and Girl Reserves held a Joint meeting Monday. March 11. Mr. Bilbie led the group in singing a few songs after which Reverend Mc- Connell spoke on his trip to New York. The Hi-Y boys served refresh- ments and then the meeting was ad- journed. C Club Jim Spaniolo wishes to impress on all members that their pins have not been paid for. Travel Club The travel club met Monday night. March 11. The club members played a few games and discussed the pos- sibilities of having speakers in the near future. The club discussed plans for their annual travel trip, which will be held sometime this spring. Science Club Monday. March 11. the science club, inder the direction of Mr. Wendell Anderson, were invited to iuspect the Wilcox-Gay radio factory at Charlotte. The Important part of their tour was seeing the recordlos assembled. The club also saw the men make the records which are used on the recordio. F. F. A. Initiation from greenhands to F. F. A. members was held at Eaton Rap- Ids. Thursday. March 7. Those initiated from Charlotte were: Elden Dymond. Rob Spotts. George Howe. Maurice Cherry. M«r tin Vlerk. and Russell Bradley Boys from Olivet. Yermontvlll Grand Ledge, and Eaton Rapids were also initiated. Girls’ Glee Club The girls’ glee club is practicing for the Easter program, which is to be held on good Friday. March 22. April 18 has been set for the an- nual spring festival, with all Eaton county high schools taking part There was a little girl And she had a little smile She gave it to a little boy Across a little aisle He wrote a little note But he made a little slip And they both went together On a little office trip. —(The Observer) Alumni News (Continued from Pag 1) Max Tullls. ‘39. won his numerals in freshman huaketball at Alma, re- cently. Eva Jeanne Kiplinger. class of '37 transferred from M. S. C. to Evauston. Illinois, and Aitavene Swartout. class of '38. has enrolled at Emmanuel Mis- sionary College. Berrien Springs. At Tulsa high school. Oklahoma, a new class for boys called Minding Babies has been installed. The boys are taught how to feed the baby and how to care for it in every way.— ROSEACRE FLOWERS TYPEWRITERS New-Used MORNING STAR Exciting Easter Hosiery News Strutwear Velotexed Hosiery A pretty bonnet ... a captivating costume . . . and lovely Strutwear Hosiery that adds beauty and wear. . . . Ideal for Easter Gifts. 59c TO$1.00 Leading Lady HANDBAGS $1.00 Fred Murray Co. Beticeen the Banka FRED A. RICHEY Co. Dry Goods, Ready-to-Wear and Rugs CHARLOTTE CAFE The Home of Good Food. We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Phone Main 306 JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE MAIN 200 Just Like New When We Rebuild Your Shoes Buy Your Shoe Needs Here RENU SHOE SHOP SAM VITALE LUMBER-COAL Phone Main No. 9 BAND FESTIVAL APRIL 12 ORANGE BLACK CONFERENCE DANCE APRIL 1� THE CHARM IAN” Volume 14 CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY. APRIL 11. 1940 May 15, Date For Annual Career Day Assembly Seniors From High Schools In Eaton County Invited To Attend Program The annual senior career «lay is to be held at Charlotte high school, Wednesday. May 15 Representatives of all the Import- ant colleges and business schools In this vicinity will be present. The schools and their representa- tives are: J. A. Ebersol. Acme Bus- iness college; M. F. Denise. Lansing Secretarial college; S. L. Harger. Al- bion college; A. K. Howell. Lansing Business university; A. H. Balfour. Argubrlght. J. C. Kane. U. S. Navy; H. A. Hadley. Cleary «ollege; J. C. Hoekje. Western State Teachers college: J. T. Nachinl, Michigan College of Mining and Technology; Miss Stella Delanl. assistant director of nursing. Leila Post School of Nurs- ing; E. W. Pennock. Ferris Institute; Everett R. Haines. Kalamazoo col- lege; and there will be a represents tive from Alma college. Some of the schools In this county who have been invited to attend the program are; Potterville. Bellevue. Dimondale. Eaton Rapids. Grand Ledge. Vennontvllle. and Olivet high school. The program will begin at 3 p m. with a general assembly In the audi- torium. after which the seniors from the various schools will have an op- portunity to Interview the various representatives. Girls Again Defeat Boys In Charhian Sale Contest By a margin of twenty-five, the girls defeated the boys in the annual Charhian sale contest, ending April 5. Kathleen Mikesell. assistant editor of the year book, and Maynard Davidson, sold the most for their sides, re- spectively. With one hundred seventy-seven yearbook subscriptions, seven girls on the Charhian stafT were victorious over seven boys, who sold one hun- dred fifty-two. The two weeks’ con- test. which began on March 18. ended after three hundred twenty-nine •Charhian had been sold, compared to last year's total of three hundred sixty; the girls were the winners last year also. The circulating managers. Bethel Keefer and Robert Huber, were the captains of the two groups. Others participating In the contest were Kathleen Mikesell. seller of seventy- two Charhians. Shirley Bring. Dorene Snoke. Jane Peters. Gloria Beebe. Wilma Barnes; Maynard Davidson, who sold thirty-eight; James Spaniolo, Kenneth Bruce. Gordon Cheney, and Norman Dodge. Clarence Squibb, al- though not a member of the staff, took 1 Part In the contest in plnce of Fred- {Continued on page O Charlotte Student Council To Sponsor Dance April I 9 First Interschool Dance Will Feature Music of Arn DeCamp High school students from Eaton Rapids. I akeview and Vermontvllle. as well as from Charlotte will dance to the music of Am DeCamp's or- chestra on April 19 In the gymnasium of the latter school. The purpose of this first Inter- school dance, being sponsored by the Charlotte student council. Is to en- able the students to become better acquainted. This purpose will be aided by the intermission program, which will con- sist of several numbers from each school represented. Richard Sand- ers and Bill Watson are to secure the entertainment from Charlotte. The high school's mayor. Jack Mate, will he the master of ceremonies. The Charlotte council will decorato the gymnasium with the school flags and colors of four schools. James Spaniolo. chairman of the mixer committee, has engaged for the evening Arn DeCamp and his or- chestra. formerly under the direction of Nat Fry from Lansing. This or- chestra has frequently played at Michigan State college. The dance, which will begin at eight o’clock p. m.. is to last until eleven thirty. Tickets, which are fifty cents a couple, have been on sale at all three schools the entire week and will be sold next week as long as tickets 8re available KENNETH NEWLAND Kenneth Newland To Lead Vocal Festival Six Schools to Participate in Event At C. H. S. Auditorium Quill and Scroll to Be Joined By C. H. S. Seniors Quill and Scroll, u national organi- zation. is made up of members who have had a year of journalism and are in the upper third of their class. The contestants will send In their pplications dealing with the part of journalism they are interested in. Those being accepted will receive a Quill and Scroll pin. The following students are eligible according to their grades only, for the organization: Shirley Bring. Kathleen Mikesell Dorene Snoke. Norman Dodge. Vada Miller. Bethel Keefer. Alberta Goff. James Spaniolo. Leone Haddix. Wilma Barnes. May- nurd Davidson. John Allen Caughey. Dolton Smith. Gordon Cheney. Merna Viler, and Eleanor Raymond. In the first Quill and Scroll contest Elina Klalss placed third In the dis- trict for copy readng. Bob Rauser for advertising, and Carroll String- ham for sports writing received hon- orable mention in the district. Winners in the second Quill and Scroll contest are; Dorene Snoke. headline writing; Vada Miller, fea- ture writing; and Bob Cox. editorial writing. Mary Helen Cowan and Gloria Rounsville at a wedding: Mary Helen: Doesn't the bride look stunning? Gloria; Yow! and doesn’t the bride- groom looked stunned. Kenneth Newland. head of the Olivet college vocal department, will conduct the third annual Eaton county high school chorus festival at Charlotte high school on April 18 Mr. Newland has had considerable experience In directing chorus festi- vals; next month he is to conduct the Jackson-Washtenaw county festival. Six high schools are to participate In the performance. They are: Bellevue. Charlotte. Dlmondale. Eaton Rapids. Olivet, and Potterville. Approximately three hundred voices will take part In the event. In the afternoon of the same day a rehear- sal Is to be held at 3 o’clock in pre- paration for the evening performance at 7:30. C. H. S. boys' and girls’ glee clubs, led by Mr. Arnold Koch and Mrs. Frances Wildem. have plan- ned on giving their interpretation of two songs; the boys will sing the Stars of the Summer Night and the girls will sing By Berdemiere Stream. Mr. Newland is to conduct the grand chorus in Glory of God in Nature”. If My Songs Had Wings. Fairest Lord Jesus. and “In the Time of Roses . Raymond to Compete In Oratorical Contest Eleanor Raymond, senior class mem- ber. will represent Charlotte high school in the annual public sneaking contest to be held on April IS in the auditorium of the East Lansing high school at 7:30. Eleanor will enter the oratorical contest, speaking on Our Duties to America . There will he five other contestants from near by cities en- tering this branch. Charlotte will not be represented In the declama- tion and extemporaneous speaking contests. Issue 12 Band Festival To Be Held April I 2 Charlotte High Band To Be In Olivet Concert Tomorrow morning the Charlotte high school band will Journey to Oli- vet for the annual band festival, where they will play with other hands from the state. Sectional rehearsal will start at eleven o’clock. Mr. Hynes will be in charge of the baritone and trombone section. After lunch there will be a mass rehearsal. The evening program starts at 8 p. m. with Harold Bach- man of Chicago in charge of the mass band. They will play three se- lections. The Charlotte hand will play Rhythm Moods by Yoder. The Charlotte Oriole bands gave their annual concert to an assembly of 1200 students Thursday. April 4 preceding the hand bounce. The Charlotte cadet band, compos- ed of 62 members of junior high and grade school students, directed by Franklin Prindle. played two selec- tions. The Show Boy . Monarch , and Dick Peck played a drum solo. The second part of the program featured the senior hand under the direction of Ward Hynes. The first numbers on the program were two marches entitled On the Mall , and Westward Ho . Gene and Mary King gave a characteretic tap dance of the Parade of the Wooden Soldiers. Franklin Prindle directed the bund with two number . Pavanne and Medley of Old Favorites. Philip Sherman played Rosalinda” on his saxophone, accompanied by Doratn Hetttnansperger. The four drum majors (Paine. Sparks. Haddix. and Thornton) twirl- ed their batous while the band play- ed the march. Builders of America.” For a little bit on the serious side a comedy sketch played by the band and featuring Bob Huber and the story of the Three Bears was pre- sented. The last number was God Bless America”, which was sang by the student body. Seniors Have Around $400 Toward Their Trip Class of 40' Still Working Hard Toward Their Annual Trip To Chicago At the present the seniors have taken in only $S3 in class dues. The class of '40’ has planned sever- al more activities for the rest of the year to earn money for the trip. They are planning to sponsor a movie at the Eaton Theater of which they will get 10c on every ticket sold. This Is to ho held May 7. 8 and 9. The class has around 400 In the treasury up to the present time, in- cluding the Jello money and class dues. Page 2 ORANGE A BLACK ORANGE BLACK Published Bi weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Quill and Scroll International First Place Award. 35. '36, '37. ’38 Subscription Rates. $.75 Executive Board Staff Publisher ........................Dorene Suoke Managing Editor ...................Wilma Barnes Editor-In-Chief ...................Leone Haddix Business Manager ................Marian Williams Advertising Manager ..............Audrey Tanner Faculty Adviser ...................Harlan McCall Reporters .............Rest of Journalism Class Shop Talk There are many interesting facts concerning our book store in the lower hall of the new building that the majority or you have never become acqua.uted with. Lucile Goldman has charge of this supply store where everything from sweaters to wooden note book covers and used books may be purchased. Lucile stated that approximately $15 a day went through her hands, depending upon the time of year. She estimated that she came in contact with 200 people a day. Next to credit, notebook paper, candy, and pencils are In the greatest de- mand. Graph paper and drawing ink are called for least often. Through her work. Lucille has numerous unusual experiences. Undoubtedly, she has the best bird’s eye view of the student body of anyone else in school. She finds out the latest romances, all the choice gossip, aud hears of all the love entangle- ments. Her work becomes humorous too for every morning and noon she sees students come in late, rush to their lockers, get the wrong books, and then return only to hear the last bell ring. It is funny, too. on Monday morning to see various ones slip on the recently waxed floors. Thus it is that Lucille thinks she has a very interesting task. In Appreciation The students and faculty of Charlotte high school wish to extend their thanks to Judge Russell McPeek for the books he donated to the school library. These are proving to be very useful, and are greatly appreciated. Qraduation ■ - - Then What? Approximately one hundred and seven students will graduate from good ole C. H. S. this June. But don’t you ever think that we will forget the wonderful times that we have had during the years that we have spent here in study and play It seems like only yesterday that we were fresh- men. afraid of the four years ahead of us. or were we Just a little timid? But we have come through and are ready to leave. Are we happy? Yes. in one way .... but in another way NO! We will miss the clicking of typewriters, notes flying, stu- dents rushing down the halls, teachers telling us what to do und what not to do. all the high school sports and different clubs, and most of all our high school mates and pals. Yes. in June we will graduate, a proud and happy class of young men aud women. We will And our places in the road of life, some of us will go on to college, others will toil at the work we have pre- pared and fitted ourselves to do. Long may we live and remember OUR high school. C. H. S. Mr. McCall: “I suppose you’ve been through algebra. Lyle Sterling: Yes. hut I went through at night and couldn't see the place.” Coming Soon Fishy, fishy in the brook Daddy catch 'urn with a hook. Mama fry ’im in a pan. Johnny eat ’im like a man. Qrief V OSSIP Did you know that Marian Noe has a famous ancestor—Noe of the Ark. Noe is the correct spelling too. - - - You can always tell a drummer by the way he nods his head. - - • Oh! The Are bell, a rush from the 3rd floor to the out of doors, and then what? A false alarm. - - - Probably everyone will have a date for the prom this year being it's leap year. • - - Did you know that William L. Austin is the Director of the Census?—If you don't believe me look at the poster in Mr. McCall’s office. - - - My idea of the meanest man in town: the guy who threw gum on the street to get the Austins stuck. - - - Have you ever listened to that new radio program—WLS—Wanda L. Scott. - - • The seniors are going to sponsor a show at the Eaton theatre in the near future—(something you won't want to miss.) • - • Have you heard yet the hear ye. hear ye's In Van’s civics classes? - - • Yes. their all having trials. - - • Are you the guilty guy? Well chillons. SPRING is here - - - Dan Cupid Is around. • - - Wellllllllll Cheerio! ! ! ! ! Swing jind Swag jCovc's Sweet lOay Baby Me —.........................Betty Bruce The Gaucho Serenade” .............Willie Wilcox In The Mood” .....................Martha Bryan Darn That Dream .................. Bob Davis Faithful Forever” ..........................Jack Mate Indian Summer .....................Jane Peters You’d Be Surprised .....................Russell Stolnman Arlene Stanke Holy Smoke Can’t You Take a Joke? ....................Clarence Squibb When You Wish Upon a Star .......Wilma Barnes My I«ast Goodbye ...................Bob Spotts Jumpin Jive ......................Leone Haddix Wishing ...........................Jim Spaniolo Scatterbrain .............. Eleanor Raymond Heard in the study hall. Vada Miller: Pst-Hey Leone, how would you write ’gr’ In shorthand?” Leone Haddix: What?” Vada: Gr gr gr gr.” Leone: All right, growl, but remember if you bite we’ll have to put a muzzle on you. Neil Clever: Where do all the bugs go in the winter? Bud Hammond: Search me.” Neil: No. thanks I Just wanted to know. Mr. Dykhouse: Is Jim Durner very easily em- harassed? Moe Braden: Is he? They call him the Fuller Blush man.” Spotlighting Senior Ma, that is her name to most of her friends, and is a very congenial sort of person. She is the senior class treasurer, and was a|ao secretary of the eighth grade. Her hobby Im •„« ing and when ask what her ambition was she .vi.„ she was not in the position to say at the pr � ent???? Her choice of sports are football U4 baseball. She detests most of all. liars Kt( favorite movie star is Herbert Marshall. This i,i expects to go to the St. Lawrence Hospital or Michigan State College. She says. I don't like io see girls drink and smoke.” and I like boys who are polite. She likes to dance and is looking forward to the Prom. Her name Is Helen Grimes. Junior As this ambitious Junior boy was hurrying down the hall I stole a few minutos of his precious time for this Interview. His name is Philip N. Sherman (for some unknown reason he wouldn’t reveal hi middle name) The name Sherman has indeed orchestral history. General Sherman, who made the great march to the sea was part of Philip’s family tree. His favorite dish is ham and eggs. He detests most of all corny musicians. He likes to dance very well and his ambition is to be an orchestra leader. He Is a member of Hi-Y and the dramatics club. He has been vice president of sophomore and junior class and was on the student council for three years. He intends to enter Ferris In- stitue after graduating from this school. Mis hobby is baseball and his favorite movie star U Heddy Lamarr. When ask what he thought of girls he udvised the boys to keep away from ’em.” Phil is a very strict republican and those who doubt his word must ask Van. His most thrilling experience was his midnight ride with Bill Lowe. On The Bookshelf Little Minister ...................Donald Fields Withering Heights .................Philip Williams A Smattering of Ignorance ...............Freshman A Girl Grows Up ...................Audrey Tanner University of Knowledge ...........Norman Dodge We. Too. Are the People ...........Rural Students Our Mutual Friend .............•.... Moe” Braden The Arch of Experience ................The Faculty Seventeen .........................Robert Spotts innocents Abroad .................Seventh Graders Country lawyer ....................Robert Huber Little Women ......................Girl Reserves Little Men ...........-.................Hl-Y Boys 54-40 Or Fight ......................... C Club Gone With the Wind ...................The Seniors Who’s Who In America...........C. H. S. Students Once In A While A few make use of the third hour study period. There’s a dignified senior. You don't have to stand In line at the book store. Mr. Austin walks slowly down the aisles. The journalism room isn’t cluttered. A club is lucky enough to get a real treat like the theater party Mr. Van gave the travel club Inst week. The study hall is nearly quiet. We receive report cards we like to take home. The girls clean their saddle shoes. You can keep tract of the current love-affair� . We follow the old saying. Go sit on a tack. Moe Braden hus nothing to say. Mr. McCall is available when you want him Mrs. Kiplinger doesn't catch someone who Is chewing gum. There’s a show like Gone With the Wind” that gives us a vacation. We have a mixer. Says Dan Cupid” It's a rumor that Dan Cupid is very busy these days, maybe it's because of the coming of spring, but I doubt it. Haven't you noticed the love bitten students waltzing thru the halls at noon or s' night after school. (They would in the morning but they don't get here early enough.) I’ll l et If you looked at some of the lockers you would And dents in them or some of the paint rubbed off where some Romeo had been leaning. ORANGE A BLACK Ply I April I 9 Opens Season For Orioles With Eaton Rapids ftate. Spaniolo Elected Co-Captains For Coming Seaton. Team Shaping Up Nicely On Friday. April 19. the Charlotte Orioles baseball team will open the season with Eaton Rapids high school on the local diamond The team is no where near ready for their first game, but there are several good prospects to fill most every position. The Infield is al- most set. but not quite definite. It is as follows: Stelnman. catcher: Ter- wllllger. 3rd base; Fowler. 2nd base; Spaniolo. shortstop: and either Dur- ner or Squibb on 1st base. The best two prospects for pitcher so far this year are: Mate, with plenty on the ball: and Wendell, with a good fast ball. There is nothing definite in the outfield, or as to whom will play these three positions. Co-captains were elected by the fellows and the two boys who will hold the honor are Jack Mate and James Spaniolo. The Orioles have a practice game scheduled with Bellevue high school on April 11. The game will be played at Bennett park. The schedule for the coming sea- son is as follows: Friday. April 19—Eaton Rapids there). Tuesday. April 23—Grand Ledge (here). Friday. April 26— Howell, (there). Tuesday. April 30—Eaton Rapids (there� . Friday. May 3—Everett (here). Friday. May 10—Howell (here). Tuesday. May 14—Everett (there). Friday. May 17—Mason (there). Tuesday. May 21—Grand Ledge (there). Friday. May 31—Mason (here). famous Sayings Snap Judgments have a way of be- coming unfastened. Youth is a wonderful thing. What a crime to waste It on children.— George Bernard Shaw. A boy wants to be a girl’s first love, but a girl wants to be a boy’s last love.—Oscar Wilde. A ship Is always referred to as ‘she’ because it costs so much to keep one in paint and powder.—Ches- ter W. Nlmitr. Rear Admiral, U. S. N. Call Main 63 SHELDCN SANDERS LUMBER COMPANY LUMBER. COAL. COKE and BUILDERS’ SUPPLIES PAINTS and VARNI8HE8 6 VARIETIES OF CANDY BARS 2 F0R 5c KROGERS Spaniolo, Wendell Receive All State Honors Leland Wendell, sophomore received honorable mention on the all-state basketball squad this season us picked by the Detroit Times. Jim Spaniolo held down a guard position throughout the year, while Wendell was moved into a forward post the second semester to fill the vacancy left by Fred Wietlng. who finished his basketball season In mid- term. These honors are awarded on a basis of fair play, courtesy and scholarship by the officials associa- tion. Sports punk Baseball squad elected Jack Mate and Jim Spaniolo as cocaptains for the 1940 season April 16. there is an interclass track meet. Come on some of you guys who think you're good, let's see you strut.1 The track and baseball men are dig- ging into some serious practice nowa- days. It won’t be long before they will he in full stride. Baseball season opens up April 19: the Orange and Black nine vs. Eaton Rapids. Let's have a good crowd out for a change. The track team will participate in its first competitive meet of the year, April 27. at the Hastings relays. C. H. S. golfers will open their season April 24 against Lansing Cen- tral. Show 'em how gang. Clarence Squibb: “Hello. Toots, can I have the next dance?” Wilma Barnes: “Sure, if you can find a partner. ROSEACRE FLOWERS FRED A. RICHEY Co. Dry Goods, Ready-to-Wear and Rugs Get MARLIN Double and Single Edge Blades 20c 25c KU TSCH EC HARDWARE W Go To Carlisle Radio and ICiisic Service For Musical Instruments, Sheet Music, Radios Etc. Royston and Gannaway Join Charlotte F.F.A. Rex Royston and Shelton Gann- away joined the Charlotte F. F. A. re- cently. Rex i6 a sophomore from Haslett. and Shelton Is a freshman from Eaton Rapids. The chapter is now taking garden seed orders and is also selling jello. The seeds and jello are being sold in the form of a contest. The losing side has to give the | winning side a party. Also the boy selling the most seeds gets a F. F. A. sport shirt. If a member sells over five dollurs worth of Jello he receives one tenth commission. The contest will end In May. Nine Girls, Two Boys to Try Out For Drum Majors April 19 Is the date set for the try-outs of the drum majors. They are to be judged on poise, ability to twirl with both hands, smoothness, and rythm. Betty Sparks. Leone Haddix. Carl Paine. Jack Thornton, and Ward Hynes are to act as a committee of judges. The contestants are as follows: Joan Barnes. Mary King. Shirley Clay. Mildred Tulus. Betty Tomlin- son. Robert Lipsey. Lucille UtPoint. Willard Mikesell. Belle Jane Willett. Charlene Day and Elaine Bruce. Bob Taylor (37) is home from the U, of M. Young’s Jewelry Shop WatChe« • Diamonds • Silverware Clocks - Glasware • Dinnerware “GIFTS THAT LAST” Main 637 Expert Repairing Now Showing Junior Snappy WASH FROCKS $1.95 - $2.95 It’s Thrifty to Buy at Jessie G. Stine fsrh°ocpk Students To Elect New Mayor, Secretary May 9 Election of mayor and secretary of Charlotte high school student council for the year 1940-41 will take place Thursday. May 9. Campaign speeches will be given in the caucus. May 8. All petitions must be turned into Jack Mate or Kathleen Mikesell. pres- ent officers, before May 1. Keep In mind these points regard- ing petitions: (1) At least one hundred names must appear on each petition before it will be accepted. (2) Any petitions with fictitious names on them or with names of stu- dents not enrolled in Charlotte high school w’iil be discarded; the entire petition being declared illegal. (3) Either the candidate for office or his manager should take care of circulating the petition (4) Any students signing a peti- tion for one candidate for mayor and secretary should not sign any other petition for that office. (5) Duplication of names on any one petition will be stricken from the list. L. L. JOHNSON LUMBER CO. Munger Hardware Co. HARDWARE. JOHN DEERE FARM IMPLEMENTS ANTHONY FENCING. DUPONT PAINT CHARLOTTE CANDY COMPANY JOHN COLIZZI Compliments of WILCOX-GAY CORPORATION MANUFACTURERS OF NATIONALLY FAMOUS RECORDIO WOODWARD PASTEURIZED MILK • CREAM • CHOCOLATE MILK CHEESE BUTTER Phone Main 254 PRINTING W. B. Sterling BETTER QUALITY FAIR PRICES Phone Main 26 McQRATH - DeFOE CO. Publishers of the Charlotte Republican'Tribune Page 4 ORANGE BLACK Club Chatter Girl Reserves At the last meeting of the Girl Re- serve . April 1. Mary Helen Cowan told the girls about her trip and about visiting various schools around Nash- ville. Tennessee; Gulfport. Mississippi: and New Orleans. Louisiana. The group will present an assem- bly program April 10. The commit- tee consists of the following: Julli- ette Stucky. chairman; Shirley Bring: and Doris Mason. A cook-out is being planned, which will be held at the next meeting. The committee is: Kathleen Mlkesell. Mary Gregarek. and Betty Bruce. F. F. A. The Charlotte F. F. A. chapter has chosen teams, and is having a jello selling contest They held a meeting Thursday. April 4. and decided to elect their officers for next year at the next meeting, which was held Thursday. April 11. at 8 o’clock. Don Shepard of Olivet spoke to the group. The new officers are: Russell Brad- ley. president: Eldon Dymond. vice- president: Max Sutherland, secre- tary: George Howe, treasurer: Rob- ert Lipsey. historian; and the report- er will have to be voted on at the next meeting as there was a tie be- tween two of the fellows. Hi-Y The last meeting was held April 1. at which time a motion was made and seconded to have an outdoor pic- nic for the last meeting of the year at Duck lake. The motion was car- ried and girls will be invited to at- tend. Queotionaires were filled out. Willis Wilcox led the discussion. Eight dollars will be given towards Lynn Fowler’s registration fee for the Hi-Y conference at Oberlin. O. Some of the boys ushered at the band bounce. April 5. Members of the club will serve tonight for the blue lodge. Travel Club News The travel club members were the guests of Mr. VanVessem at a theater party. Monday. April 1. at the Eaton Theater. ’’Brother Rat and A Baby” was the main attraction. The club Is planning to have a speak- er for the next meeting. TYPEWRITERS New-Used MORNING STAR Scout Notes The regular meeting of Scout Troop 45 was held Wednesday. April 3. at 7 p. m. The troop is going to Battle Creek. April 10. to go swim- ming. Friday night. April 19 has been decided upon as the date for the an- nual maple syrup dinner. This is to be held at the home of Mr. Wood. Coming meetings are as follows: Board of Review—Monday. April 8. Court of Review—Monday. April 8. Court of Honor—Thursday. April 18. Camp Fire Girls At the last meeting of the Camp Fire Girls, the school nurse. Miss Lois Cox. spoke to the group on first aid. The girls learned to put bandages on and will receive local honors for this. The group plans to attend the pub- lic ceremony to be held in the near future. Jean Cottrell will take the Torch Bearer's rank at that time. “C Club The “C” club had another one of their informal feeds Monday. April 8. at the high school. The committee for the feed consisted of Bruce Oar- linghouse and Rube’’ Snyder. The club has purchased a basket, which will be placed back of the school house for the use of the entire school. This will also help the grade school students develop an eye for shooting baskets, which will make them better players, when they get in high school. Footlighteers Brink of Silence and Pipe of Peace are the plays chosen for drama night, which is to be held April 26. in the C. H. S. auditorium. The third play has not yet been chosen. It Is presented by the Foot- lighteers’ club, under the direction of Miss Winifred Wells. Jtevenson Jtudic For BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS GREEN MEADOWS CHICKEN or STEAK DINNERS Served Complete for 65c LUNCHES and SANDWICHES A Good Place to Hold Your Parties Charlotte Phone Main 7111-F4 JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE MAIN 200 A. C. CHENEY Funeral Home NOE RADIO ELECTRIC SERVICE For Reliable Radio A Electric Repair Call at 237 N. Sheldon Phone Main 788 Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS SUPER SERVICE Cor. Lawrence A Bostwick Aves. • Lansing 8t. Students To Give Assembly For Marshall, April 24 •Uncle Bob’s Bride . Will Be Play Presented Charlotte students will go to Mar- shall April 24 to present an exchange. The assembly to be presented is as follows: a play. Uncle Bob’s Bride.” will be given: the characters are: Gloria Jean Beebe. Robert Huber. Vada Miller. Pat Beechler. Jane Mul- holland. Kathleen Mikesell. and Jean Odell. Bud Hammond will sing and whistle, Joan Barnes and Mary King will do a novelty tap dance. Vada Miller will give a reading, and Philip Sherman is going to play a saxophone solo. Dor- uin Hettmansperger will accompany these numbers and will also play a piano solo. Leone Haddix is to he chairman of this assembly. Marshall will present an exchange assembly for Charlotte students April 19. GIRLS AGAIN DEFEAT BOYS IN CHARHIAN SALE CONTEST (Continued from nuif«- I.� rick Young, who has been absent for some time because of illness. Harlan McCall, journalism instruc- tor. is the faculty adviser of the staff. Any student who has not yet order- ed his Charhian should do so as soon as possible. Meet Your Friends at Our New Fountain — Everything Tastes Better — Wood’s Drug Store SAM SAY It does lots of good to your shoes and appearance if you have your shoes shined at least once a week. RENU SHOE SHOP CHARLOTTE CAFE The Home of Good Food. We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Phone Main 306 Saddle Sports You simply must have saddles, and these are tailored the way you like 'em! The best values in town. Sueded rubber soles and leather ;oles. $1.99 ,0 $2.99 Fred Murray Co. Between the Banks Dots- N- Dashes April 12- -Woman’s club pro- J i gram. (Some superior talent). i[ April 12--Bnnd festival at OH- J vet. More honors for our i band). April 16—Interclass track meet, i (Seniors delight). April 18—Vocal festival. (Scads of future Metropolitan opera 1 stars). J April 19—Conference dance. ' (Let's get to know the folks). | April 19—Marshall assembly. ' (here) (Ah Ho. some new ] faces). i April 19—Opening hascbull j game with Baton Rapids. (Let’s give the team some ] support). i April 23—Musical Review. (Ly- ] ceum) (A rare treat). | April 24—Marshall assembly « (there) (wow ’em gang). J April 25—W.S.T.C. choir assem- ' bly. (“Music hath Charms ). ] Fruit and Vegetables AT BOB’S MARKET FOR Graduation Gifts SHOP AT W. E. WRIGHT’S JEWELRY GIFTS WAYNE CATTLE and POULTRY FEEDS PACKARD’S MILL MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Gran. Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan Fowler Chevrolet Sales Inc. LUMBER - COAL Phone Main No. 9 DRAMA NIOMT APRIL 2« ORANGE BLACK HI-Y ASSEMBLY APRIL 30 THE CHAR H IAN Volume 14 Art Students To Stage Exhibit Junior Dramatics Club To Present Play Out hundred and twenty-five fain- ous paintings are to In shown at the art exhibit, which la to he held April 2� to May 3. Five different types of art are to he thown. Dress, under the direction of Ml� � Eulalia Toma, la to show “Dress bv the Hour , as for school at udent a. Dramatics, directed by Mra. Marie Taylor, are to feature a short play entitled A Color Fantasy . The cast Is: Boy. Roderick Yates; Girl. Clara Mae Morey; First Student. Dan Ful-' ler: Second Student. Junior Gres- so; Black. Joe Pray; White, Jimmy Thornton; Grey. Mary Lou Keeler; lied. Phvllis Hack: Orange. Beverly Pnton; Yellow. Carla Farrier; Green. Man line Nielsen: Blue, l aura Cud- ney: Violet. I aurel Starr; Red Or- ange. Colleen Royston; Yellow Orange. Joan Kerstetter; Blue Green. Donna Sat ter lee; Yellow Green. F.rnn Ram- beau: Blue Violet. Lois Willard; Red Violet. Ruth Ann Bartholomew. Paintings will he represented by the art students' pictures, in addi- tion to one hundred and twenty-five famous paintings. This will be under the supervision of Miss Marion Nel- thorpe. Instrumental music is to be repre- sented bv a clarinet quartet and strings. The junior high chorus will sing under the direction of Miss Marion Nelthorpe. Dancing is under the direction of Miss Sarah Ross. The girls partici- pating in the dance are: Laura Cudney. Phyllis Hack. Beverly Pa ton. Carla Farrier, Maurlne Nielsen. laurel Starr Colleen Royston. Joan Kerstet- ter. Finn Ramheau. Donna Satterlee, Lois Willard, and Ruth Ann Bartho- lomew. Mary Lou Keeler will give a solo number. High School Junior Injured In Train Wreck on M-50 Robert Northrop, junior, was ser- iously Injured Sunday afternoon about 2:20 at the Michigan Central crossing on the Narrow lake road, when his car was struck by the east bound train No. 108. Northrop was traveling north on the Narrow lake road and met this mis- fortune at the Michigan Central cross- ing south of Hefener's corners. There was no one at the scene of the ac- cident. so the train took him on to Eaton Rapids, where he was trans- ferred to an ambulance and taken to the Harriett Chapman Memorial hospital. The car was broken in half, and smashed beyond recognition. For- tunately. he was thrown from the car. Monday, the Eaton Rapids hospital reported his condition ns fair and that he was resting comfortably. He suffered severe lacerations about his head and laxly, and had two fractured ribs. Baseball results: Charlotte 5, Grand Ledge 2. CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY, APRIL 25. 1940 ISSUE 13 Band To Attend Tulip Festival First Row: Leone Haddix. Byron Stockwell. Jack Young, Bruce Garlinghouse, Raymond Kroodsma. May Hosmer, Philip Sherman, Gordon Cheney. James Wood, Bob Spotts. Paul Hall, Eldon Dymond. Donna Sutherland, LaGreta Strickland, Shirley Osborn, Milton Backofen, Mary Helen Cowan, Bill Lowe. Maurice Cherry, Philip Williams, Betty Sparks. Second Row: Martha Snow. Julia Lewis, Dorothy Reidl. Margaret McUmber, Audrey Youngs. Frances Higby. Jerry Sherman, Donald Fields. Mary Vantyle, Betty Jean Griest. Bill Watson, Junior Ross, Jack Krieg. Max Sutherland, Harold May- hew. Max Bottomley, Fredrick A. Young, Bob Huber. Third Row: Richard Goodrich. Bob Van Alstine. Bruce Farr. Delores Wheaton. Hazel Pierce, Violet Paddock, Ruth Towns, Phyllis Andrews, Gloria Beebe. Pauline Kelly. Elaine Palmer, Dorain Hettmansperger, Audrey Tanner. Jeanett Gardner. Ruth Adams, Frederick P. Young. Fourth Row: Bob Pittmger, Bob Dunning, Marilyn Canfield, Gwendolyn Wood- man, Jean Cottrell. Julianne Morey, Rosemary Parkhurst. June Haddix. Gordon Cameron, Jerry Fulton. Rosella McIntyre, LaDonna Stacey, Charlie Lee. Lyle Sterling. Inserts: Left to right, Carl Paine, Franklin Prindle. Ward Hynes. Jack Thornton. Seniors Will Sponsor Show To Obtain More Trip Funds Vaudeville Will Feature Six Original Acts it's A Dute is the movie the seniors of Charlotte high school will sponsor at the Eaton theater on May 7. 8. and 9. Eleanor Raymond. Wilma Barnes, and Helen Grimes are on the pro- gram committee. They have planned an original vaudeville act to please everyone. Senior class students will sell tic- kets for the event, which will he 25c. This movie has just been released from the studio and is an entertaining picture. The twenty minute feature will he made up of original, fast- moving acts. The senior class is sponsoring this show through the courtesy of Mr. Cash Beechler to raise money for their annual trip. Kenneth Newland Directs Mass Chorus at Festival Kenneth Newland. head of the Oli- vet college vocal department, con- ducted the third annual Eaton county high school chorus festival at Char- lotte high school Thursday. April 18. Approximately 350 mixed voices from Bellevue. Charlotte. Dimondale, Olivet. Potterville. and Eaton Rapids participated In the event. The hoys’ and girls' glee clubs from Charlotte were led by Arnold Koch and Mrs. Frances Wildern. Miss Mar- lon Nelthorpe directed the junior high chorus. High School Group Gives Program at Five Corners Women of the church guild at the Five Corners church were guests at a program presented by a group of high school students at the church on Thursday afternoon. April 18. The entertainment consisted of a baton twirling act by Leone Haddix; a speech by James Wood, which he had given previously at a county F. F. A. speaking contest; a violin solo by Jane Mulholland: and a play entitled Uncle Bob's Bride. Jane Mulholland. Pat Beechler. Kathleen Mikesell. Vada Miller, Betty Bruce. Gloria Beebe, and Robert Huber portrayed the char- acters In the drama. Leone Haddix was chairman of the program. Fowler and Wilcox to Attend Hi-Y Congress Two newly elected HI-Y officers. President Lynn Fowler and Vice-pres- ident Willis Wilcox, have been dele- gated to attend the third national Hi-Y congress, which will he held at Oberlin. Ohio June 20-24. An election of officers for next year at a regular club meeting Mon- day night. April 15, nominated Lynn Fowler, president; Willis Wilcox, vice-president; and Max Hosmer. sec- retary-treasurer. After the election, there was a dis- cussion on problems concerning our school. This discussion was led by Harlan McCall. The last meeting of the year will he held May 27. The members will go to Bennett park, where they will have a cook-out. A '•ecreatlon program is being planned for entertainment. Footlighteers To Sponsor Annual Dramatic Event Drama Night Will Feature Comedy, Tragedy, and Melodrama Students To Direct Plays Members of the dramatic club will present three plays at the annual Drama Night program, which is to be held tomorrow evening. April 26. at 8 o'clock in the high school au- ditorium. The plays are entitled The Brink of Silence , a tragedy: Fireman. Save My Daughter!” a melodrama: and The Pipe of Peace , a comedy. “The Brink of Silence is cast thus: Cole. Boh Holier; Macready. Neul Tomlinson: Dsrton. Eldon Dy- mond; and Johnson. Norman Dodge. Willis Wilcox will direct this produc- tion. The cast of Fireman. Save My Child! Is: Mrs. Quingle. Gloria Bee- be; Archibald Quingle. Stanley Burt; Chester Quingle. Willard Mikesell; Myrtle. Betty Bruce; Daisy. Kathleen Mikesell; Bing Miller. Richard Good- rich; Sally Crossburg. Rosemary Parkhurst; and Mary Lawson. Jean Odell. This play is directed by Jane Peters. “The Pipe of Peace has the follow- ling cast: Gladys Ferwell. Vada Mil- ler; Joe Ferwell. Lee Vlerk; and Molly, Martha Bryan. The director of this play is Leone Haddix. Admission prices are fifteen cents each, or two for a quarter. These plays are produced primarily to Ill- ustrate what the club is doing, not to make money. The ticket money Is expected to pay royalties and other expenses. Marshall High Presents Yearly Exchange Program Marshall high school students pre- sented the annual exchange assembly Friday. April 19. Leone Haddix in- troduced Veledean Brownfield as chairman of the program. A series of radio programs made up the entertainment. The first scene was in Hollywood, where Sun- kist hour was In progress. Imperson- ators of Bobby Breen. Johnny Ocon- nor. Shirley Temple, the Andrews sisters, and Eddie Duchin were pre- sented. The stations switched to New York city at the Major Bowes hour. A trio of boys furnished a specialty act of jug and harmonica music and imitations Following this, the latest school gossip and coming events were pub- licized over a news broadcast v gram. A play. “Women. Be Brave , was then presented over the uux radio theater. The scene changed to Cab Calloway’s Cotton club in New York, where a song number conclud- ed the program. Yesterday, a group of Charlotte I students journeyed to Marshall to return the assembly. Page 2 orang: a black uS° ORANGE BLACK Published Bi weekly by the Journalism Class of charlotte High School Quill and Scroll International First Place Award, '35, '36, '37, '38 Subscription Rates, $.75 Executive Board Staff Publisher ..............................Wilma Barnes Managing Editor ............ Eleanor Raymond Editor-In-Chief .........................Vada Miller Business Manager ......................Audrey Tanner Advertising Manager ............Dale Shumaker Faculty Adviser .......................Harlan McCall Reporters ............Rest of Journalism Class God Bless America” We'll be involved in war within ten months. “No. this foreign conflict doesn't concern us. President Roosevelt should declare war. Such are the comments being hurled back and forth at this time in America. As we students belong to the younger generation, we have not had the horrifying experience of war in our own land. But we can and have listened to the stories of food rationing casualty lists heart-rending goodbyes, and the return of the “victors. those who went in loyalty to their country and then re- turned minus a leg. an arm. eyesight, or perhaps were crippled forever. And then there are those for whom loving mothers, sweetheart , wives, and children waited longingly for years, but who d;d not return. When we picture those pitiful scenes, we are utterly shocked to hear someone say. Let's have a war. Things are pretty stale around here. Perhaps that person has no loved ones that would be called to go. but there are millions of others who have. Will having a war gain us anything? Will it les- sen the number of people in our institutions? No! It will only multiply them beyond our greatest fears. The youths of today are strong and straight. Do we want men of tomorrow, or crippled bodies and minds trying to carry on as real men? Let us pray that our country. America, may re- main the land of the free and the home of the brave, that we may be truly free from the de- grading results of war. und that the brave may conquer, not foes on the battle field of war. but problems on the battle field of life. A Good Book Is A Friend Lending a helping hand, or perhaps it should be j “book.” to the student body of Charlotte high, is the school library, alias senior study hall. Miss Margaret Johnson, librarian, reports that chemistry and economics books are used more frequently than any of the others these last few weeks. Of course, this may be partly due to the assignments given by the instructors of these sub- jects. This is. first of all. a technical library, having an approximate ratio of one fiction to fifty tech- nical books. The reason for this is that the public library has a sufficient number, and types of fiction lKM ks. making It unnecessary for the school to have the same. The school library donutes one- half of its fund to the public library each year. Technical material recently acquired concents art, science, and history. There are also new l ooks written by Charles Dickens and Sir Walter Scott. Other fiction books of late are: Swords in the North . A Friend of Caesar”. “Red Sky Over Rome , and “With Caesar's Legions . In case any students are in doubt as to 'he proper method of borrowing a book from the li- brary. here are a few tips: (1) Books are not � .j be taken from the shelves to one’s desk before they are checked. (2) The book should be taken to the librarian in charge that period. (3) The librarian fills out a slip which is signed by the borrower. 14) The book may be returned to any librarian at any period, and the librarian will put the bonk in its proper place. (5) A list of the librarians for each period Is posted on the bulletin board and in the study hall. Do you have any problems? Is there anything which you cannot decide for yourself? If so. ad- dress your letters to Miss Matilda Graves, and give them to the editor-in-chief of this paper. Miss Graves will answer one or two of the most inter- esting letters in the next issue. Miss Graves has been added to the staff be- cause there have been so many letters received that the editor could not take care of them. “Case ‘Dismissed' Helen Yaw has been sentenced to ninety-nine years in prison for the murder of Arleta Austin Judge Clarence Squibb pronounced the sentence after Jim Spaniolo and Lyle Kane, prosecutors, proved her guilt, even though the lawyers for th« defense. Jimmy Wood and Jack Mate, fought valtently to convince the Jury that she wns inno cent. This trial was held during the second hom Civics class. In the fifth hour New York Circuit Court, (he case ended somewhat differently: Sylvester Flat broke (Jim Dinner), the accused was found in nocent of the kidnapping charge against him Th« villians who were really guilty were the Brain' (VanVessem). Jenkins, the chauffeur tStanley Burt), and Slappsy Knifer (Raymond Snyder) These three w'ere sentenced to die In the electric chair Muy 13. at 10:00 p. m.. by Judge Shirley Brlngdecision (Bring). The lawyers for the defense were Fred Oettumout (Wletlnf) and Kay Staylu nocent (Mikesell). while those for the state were Ike Puttumawuy (Fence) and Jane Stnyforyears (Peters). The seventh hour Civics class is a bit doubtful from whom they are learning their lessons, as Mr. VanVessem was killed by some blood-thirsty maniac. But thoqgh Eleanor Raymond was tried for this deed, the case was dismissed by Judge Bottomley because of a “hung jury. Miss Ray- mond's lawyers were Dorene Snoke and Dodge Williams, and those for the state were Howard Newsome and Gordon Cheney. Thus, a teacher and two seniors of Charlotte high are to lose their lives and another will spend ninety-nine years, almost a life-time, in de pen . Surely this proves without a doubt that Crime does not pay. Mi dere Mix Graves— i take mi pen in hande to rite yoo about mi most deepressing problem, i cant decide weather toe joint the navie or get marryd. A Few fax about mi fee-on-say—shee is about for fete tall with a tinie waste (about sixty in- ches). waying about fore hunderd poundes. has a dark complection. led hare, and pink i’s. But i dreme of the navie. the bioo oshun. and the prettie gerls in the southe seese. PLEEZ tel mee whot too doo. Trubbled Answer. Dere Trubbled: I advise you to give up your thought of joining the navie or getting marryd. I suggest instead that you remain in school. If you are there or ever have been, and get a bit of book larnin. Also, try to improve your taste as far as gerls are concerned. Very sincerely yours. Miss Matilda Graves. Bits Of Exchange I«ast year the senior class of the North Kansas City. Missouri, high school took the first trip In the history of the school. They visited Bagnell I)am ami the Lake of the Ozarks. The trip, hereafter, will become an annual event. They are planning for this year's trip. The boys are to go one place, while the girls are to go another. An annual trip has been taken by the seniors of C H. S. for four years, this being the fifth. Other classes have gone to Ann Arbor and Detroit. The class of 1940 hopes to be different by going to Chi- cago. JFfow Dumb 7 Je jire How many of the students in high school evei wonder why teachers are cross and disgusted at some of our blunders and mistakes? Listed below are a few. as told by different teachers. Mr. McCall says that two words that are often misspelled are disgusted and commissioner . The general spelling is disgysed” and commit� - shere. Miss Wells doesn't believe that World History students will ever learn the correct meaning of some w'ords or phrases. Here are a few: One boy said that Flying Butresses were beautiful horses, (they are really a form of architecture). Supt. Dykhouse said that one boy in his Scout troop was saying the Pledge of Allegiance; he said One nation invisible , instead of Indivis- ible.” Miss Toms says in Home Ec. she has run actoss very few Itoners, but the most outstanding one was a girl that wanted an unbreakable pie crust. Miss Johnson says she has found many minor boners. One. a girl on a Latin II test said Caeser died in 1500 A. D.. when he really died in 44 B. C. But she earnestly believes that her prize is this me. When asked what Caesar’s bodyguard was. a boy replied it was Calvary Instead of a cav- alry. So maybe by a few of these examples, you can understand why our teachers sometimes get angry. 1 2 3 i+ 5 6 7 8 9 10 II 12 Across 1. What the seniors will be after June 13. 7. We hate to write test— 15. It goes by a house. Abb. 19. One of the drum majorettp’s Initials. 23. The villftin’s favor- ite word. 27. The initials of the senior class secre- tary. 31. Th� amount of time visitors always say they can stay. Down 1. The teachers will have loads when ex am time comes. 2. When you don't know the words sing—. 3. We have our-----and downs. 4. Remember where we first---. 5. Abbreviation of medicine. 6. A place where you can go swimming on any side. 27. Before we started recording our years. 28. Joe Louis’ pastime Is---ing opponent . ORANGE A BLACK P age s Orioles Triumph Over Islanders Eaton Rapids Garners Two Points from Squibb Charlotte Oriole nine won their first game of the season last Friday. April 19. from Katon Rapids by a score of 4-3 on Clarence Squlbb's two- hit pitching. Joseph Biddle, u left hander, start- ed for the Islanders, allowing four hits to the local squad. Lynn Fowler scored the first run for the Orioles from a double hit by Mate. Joe Rackofsky rcceivod the first hit off Squibb and scored on an error In the second Inning. Harris and McMullen of the Katon Rapids squad scored from walks and errors. Fowler again scored after a single hit by Mate in the third inning. Two scores were made by the Orioles dur- ing the fifth round when Terwilllger reached home after a double hit by Spaniolo and Spantolo scored from a single by Mate. The low scoring of both teams was due to the weather conditions. The lineup was: Charlotte Terwilllger. T B. 3 1 0 Fowler. S. B. 2 2 1 Spaniolo. 8. S. 2 1 1 Mate. C. F 3 0 2 Shumaker. R. F. 2 0 0 Stein man. C. 3 0 0 Wendel, L. F 2 0 0 Durner. F B 2 0 0 Squibb. P. 1 0 0 — — — Total Eaton Rapida 20 i 4 4 Kowalk. T. B. 4 0 0 McMullen. S- B. 1 1 0 Joe Rackofsky. S. S. 3 1 2 Crandall. C. F. 3 0 0 Donald. R. F. 3 0 0 Bostiie, C. 4 0 0 Tony Rackofsky. L. F. 2 0 0 Harris. F B. 1 1 0 Biddle. P. 2 0 0 — — — Total 23 3 2 The umpire was Frederick Lansing. Lamb of Little Audrey’s friend was telling her about the new red rinse she used on her hair, but little Audrey just laffed and laffed cux she knew it was “drene .—The Zodiac. Call Main 63 SHELDEN SANDERS LUMBER COMPANY LUMBER. COAL. COKE and BUILDERS’ SUPPLIES PAINTS and VARNISHES 6 VARIETIES OF CANDY BARS 2 FOR 5c KROGERS Golf Schedule Underway; Large Group Turns Out Fifteen Ipoys hare turned out for golf. Kliminations for the team of four tellows took place at the beginning .if ihe week. Part of the schedule for vhe season has been planned April 24. Lansing Central, there. 3:16. May 1. Liaising Central, here. 3:00. May 14. Hastings, here. 3:30. May 16. Howell, there. 3:00. May 24. Hast Lansing, here, 3:00. May 29. Howell, here. 3:00. The boys out for this sport are: Willis Wilcox. Bud Beechler. Bob Huber. Russell Spice. James Spice. Frank Kilos. Dayton Fisher. Byron Walters. Cordon Cameron. David Shaull. Herbert Stacey. Bill Brake, Howard Newsome. Richard Reed, and Max Boltomley. Kenneth Brown is coaching this sport. Mr. Brown stated, ’the golf course is open to anyone in school. If you are interested, see either Miss Ross, who is coaching the girls, or me. Coaches Plan Football Schedule for Next Year 1940’s football schedule will be ..3 follows: Sept. 21—Lakevlew (there) at 3:46. Sept. 27—Grand Ledge (there) at 8:00. Oct. 4—Mason (there) at 3:30. Oct. 11—Otsego (here) at 3:30 or 7:30. Oct. 18—Hastings (here) at 3:30 or 7:30. Oct. 26—Howell (here) at 3:30 or 7:30. Nov. 1—Marshall (there) at 7:30. Nov. 11—Katon Rapids (here) at 2:30. Nov. 16—Everett-Lanslng (here) at 2:30. The games played with Otsego. Hastings, and Howell will be played at 7:30 If the new field lights have beep installed by October 11. They will start at 3:30 if the lights are not yet in order. Most girls have Impromptu com- plexions they make them up as they go along. FRED A. RICHEY Co. Dry Goods. Ready-to-Wear and Rugs Get MARLIN Double and Single Edge Blades 20c “ 25c Kutschex HARDWARE Go To Carlisle Radio and Ulusic Service For Musical Instruments, Sheet Music, Radios Etc. Seniors Take Interclass Meet Bruce Leads Upper-classmen with Three Firsts With “Buck Bruce copping three first places, the class of '40 led the .nterclass thinclads to win the meet with a total of 84 3 points. The seniors led In most of the events: however, the Juniors netted our firsts to follow with 34 points. Third and fourth places were held down by the sophomores and fresh- men with 7 6 6 and 4 5 6 points re- spectively. Bruce, a three year man on the (rack squad, placed first In the 120 yard high hurdles, the 100 yard dash, and 200 yard low hurdles to tack up 26 points for the winners. He also tied for a first position In the high jump. Russell Bradley rang up . leven points out of a possible tnirty- tour for the 1941 class, winning the mile and 880 yard runs. The first two places for each con- lest were taken by: high hurdles, Bruce and Macklin Mayhew; 100 yard Cash. Bruce und Lyle Kane; one mile run, Bradley and Dorr Love; 440 yard dash, Charles Briggs and Robert Gun- niaon; 200 yard low hurdles. Bruce and Wayne Terwilllger; 220 yard run. Bradley und Love; relay. Juniors; pole vaulting. Philip Frace and Hom- er Braden; shot put. Nell Clever and Kane; high jump. Kane. Lester Rob- erts, and Bruce tied for first; and broad Jump. Roberts and Spaniolo. DON’T FORGET THE BASEBALL GAME TOMORROW NIGHT! Now Showing Junior Snappy WASH FROCKS $1.95 - $2.95 It’s Thrifty to Buy at Jessie G. Stine FsRh°oCpK Girls’ Tennis Instruction Begins Under Miss Ross Tennis .list ruction for girls has begun under the direction of Miss Sarah Ross, who is physical educa- tion instructor. Plans have been made for the tournament, which will begin in about five weeks. The girls will have the fundamentals and the skills of the sport by that time. Seventh, eighth, ninth, and tenth graders meet Tuesday nights after school for instruction. Junior and senior girls meet Wednesday nights. The gymnasium is open every night after school except Friday for those who wish to practice. The older group of girls has learned the back bund and fore hand strokes. Those out for the doubles tourna- ment ure: Betty Bruce and Jean Odell. Eleanor Raymond and Gloria Beebe. Martha Snow and Helen Yaw, LaGreta Strickland and Louise Grif- fin. and Audrey Youngs and Mary Gregarek. Those who will enter the singles tournament are: Betty Bruce. Jean Odell. Eleanor Raymond. Gloria Beebe. Martha Snow. Helen Yaw. Dorene Snoke. LaGreta Strlctland. Louise Griffin. Audrey Youngs. Mary Gregarek. Vena Keefer. Bethel Keef- er. Helen Akas. Marietta Denison. Marjorie Garvey, and Grace Shaul. THE VOdfRG CO. ROSEACRE FLOWERS CHARLOTTE CANDY COMPANY JOHN COLIZZI Compliments of WILCOX-GAY CORPORATION MANUFACTURERS OF NATIONALLY FAMOUS RF.CORDIO WOODWARD PASTEURIZED MILK • CREAM - CHOCOLATE MILK CHEESE BUTTER Phone Main 254 W. B. Sterling PRINTING ' BEFAIR PRICES7' Phone Main 26 McQRATH - DeFOE CO. Publithera of the Charlotte Republican ’Tribune Page 4 ORANGE 4. BLACK Juniors Start Plans On Banquet to Honor Grads Plan� for the yearly Junior-Seuior Prom, which is to be held May 24. are rapidly progressing. Committees have been appointed to carry out the All-American theme, which will exist throughout the evening’s program. As yet. no orchestra has been engag- ed. The committees are: Ballroom dec- oration—Phil Sherman. Stanley Burt. Lester Bisel. Shirley Johnson, and Marilyn Orr: table decoration—Mari- lyn Canfield and Violet Paddock: foods—Robert Hauser. Mary Helen Cowan, and Shirley Osborn; dinner program—Rosemary Parkhurst. Jerry Fulton. Lynn Fowler, and Kenneth Collins: intermission program—Pnyl- lis Andrews. Ruth Towns, utul Donald Fields: invitations—Arlene Stanke and Martha Snow; orchestra—Willis Wilcox and Frances Higby; and clean-up—Byron Walters. Gordon Cameron. Charles Richard. Dwight Haines. William Wright and Robert Newth. The first named in each group is chairman of his respective committee. Woman’s Club Presents Dr. Schuur as Speaker Dr. Donald P. Schuur was the guest speaker at the annuul Woman's club assembly on April 15. Dr. Schuur is the president of a board of eleven at the Lion's Leader dog foundation in Rochester, Mich- igan. He addressed the students, faculty and members of the Woman’s club on his work in connection with the foundation. The Rochester insti- tution is one where dogs are trained to guide blind people. Accompanying Dr. Schuur were a blind man and his dog. a graduate of the foundation. The blind man explained the training of the dogs and signals that the dog uses in guiding him. Following his talk, the blind mun accompanied the audience on the piano In singing God Bless America . At the beginning of the program. William Cox played three selections | on the piano: If I Were A Bird’’ by Henslet; “Zalcik by Mokrhas: and Winged Bird by Burleigh. Mrs. Richard Shaull was in charge of the music. Hi-Y Club To Present Dr. Grafflin In Assembly Dr. Samuel W. Grafflin. well known national Y. W. C. A. official, will ad- dress the faculty and student body of the high school on Tuesday morning. April 30. at 10:30. The local HI Y club is sponsoring the assembly. Dr. Grafflin has spent a great deal of time travelling, writing, and lec- turing. He was active in Y. W. C. A. work for many years before his re- tirement. Grafflin is now industrial missionary of the Methodist church and is a prominent social welfare worker with the Ward Baking com- pany. For years. Dr. Grafflin has been in great demand as a speaker before bankers’ associations, chambers of commerce, luncheon clubs, school as- semblies and church gatherings. He is unique in his personality and pre- sentation. and he is a pleasing and forceful speaker. TYPEWRITERS New-Used MORNING STAR Ionia Boys Take Forensic Honors at East Lansing Three Ionia boys walked away with the honors in the subdistrict forensic contest held Thursday evening. April IS. at East I anslng high school under the auspices of the Michigan High School Forsenic Association. Robert Schwyn took first place in the oratory contest. Martin Anderson placed first in declamation, and Claude Edwards won the extempore speaking event. Eleanor Raymond, who represent- ed Charlotte In the contest, placed third in the oratorical division. Jtevenscn Jtcdio BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS GREEN MEADOWS CHICKEN or STEAK DINNERS Served Complete for 65c LUNCHES and SANDWICHES A Good Place to Hold Your Parties Charlotte Phone Main 7111-F4 JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOO STORE PHONE MAIN 200 A. C. CHENEY Funeral Home NOE RADIO ELECTRIC SERVICE For Reliable Radio A Electric Repair Call at 237 N. Sheldon Phone Main 788 Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS SUPER SERVICE Cor. Lawrence A Boatwick Avea. - Lansing St. Dots- N-Dashes ! April 26—Baseball game with i| i Howell, here. (Let’s all go). [i | April 26—Drama Night (Watch ij i ’em strike out for Hollywood!) ji [ April 80—Teachers’ party. ,[ i April 30—Baseball game with J, [ Everett. (Take It easy; i they’re new In the confer- '[ ' ence!) ! April 30 — HI-Y assembly. '[ 1 (Those super men?) ]i I May 1. 2. 3—Art Exhibit. i| i May 2—Art Program. ]i [ May 9—Grade Operetta. (Will i[ i they show us up?) ji [ May 9—Election of mayor and i1 i secretary. (Who's It going to '! • i ’' !' ! May 15—College Day. (We can «[ 1 get the low down for next j i I you1 '[ i May 24—Junior-Senior Prom. ]i | (Have you got a date?) ij Committee Chooses Mikesell To Replace Drum Major Willard Mikesell was chosen to take the place of Carl Paine as drum major for next year. Because com- petition was so keen, the two gtrli have not yet been selected. Tryouts were held April 19 The contestants were judged on pot , ability to twirl with both hands smoothness. and rhythm. Hetty Sparks. Leone Haddix. Carl Palm . Jack Thornton, and Ward Hynes act- ed as a committee of judges. Those who tried out were: Joan Barnes. Shirley Clay. Mildred Tullus. Betty Tomlinson. Robert Lipsey, Lucille LaPoint. Willard MIkcmiI. Belle Jane Willett. Charlene Day, Klalne Bruce. Mary King has not tried out yet. as she Is seriously 111 The selection of the two girl drum majoretts may be postponed until her return. Margaret Cox. '36. Is now employed at the W. K. Kellogg foundation la Battle Creek. Michigan. Teachers’ Club Party April 30 the teachers’ club will enjoy a social evening at the Hotel Porter, in Lansing. The committee consists of Harlan McCall. Miss Winifred Wells. Miss Lucille Fisher. Ward Hynes. Miss Nina Shotwell. and Karl Mead. The school board will be welcomed guests. Fruit and Vegetables AT BOB’S MARKET Meet Your Friends at Our New Fountain — Everything Tastes Better — Wood’s Drug Store FOR Graduation Gifts SHOP AT W. E. WRIGHT’S JEWELRY GIFTS SAM SAY It does lots of good to your shoes and appearance if you have your shoes shined at least once a week. RENU SHOE SHOP WAYNE CATTLE and POULTRY FEEDS PACKARD’S MILL CHARLOTTE CAFE The Home of Good Food. We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Phone Main 306 MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS ♦ MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Gran. Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan Graduation Activities ARE CREEPING UP It is not too early to think of white footwear for these occasions We will be pleased to show you our line of white shoes any time. • Fred Murray Co. Heticeen the Hanks Several Varieties OF Rayon Anklets 20c MORRIS 5c, 10c and $1 Store LUMBER - COAL Phone Main No. 9 CAREER DAY MAY 15 ORANGE BLACK CHARHIAN STAFF PARTY MAY 21 “THE CHAR H IAN” Volume 14 CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY, MAY 9. 1940 ISSUE 14 School To Elect Mayor,Secretary Today Juniors To Honor Graduates Of ’40 Banquet and Dancing Will Make Up Program Juniors of the high school will honor the coming grads at the annual Junior-senior prom on May 24. There will he a banquet at the Masonic Temple, followed by dancing in the high school gymnasium. An all-Ameri- can theme will be carried out throughout the decorating and enter- tainment. Committees were appointed some time ago to work out the evening’s entertainment. At the dinner pro- gram. Carroll Stringhain will intro- duce Lynn Fowler as toastmaster, who in turn will introduce tho re- maining numbers. Phyllis Andrews will give a vocal solo. Phil Sherman will play a selection on his saxo- nhone. and Jerry Fulton will contri- bute an instrumental solo. Stanley Burt, junior class president, will give the seniors a send off. and How- ard Newsome, president of the senior class, will speak on behalf of the graduates Mr Russell Steffens, junior class advisor, will give a bit of advice to both. For the dinner, cocktails, swiss steak, spring salad, mashed potatoes clover leaf rolls, relishes, ice cream, cake, and coffee will be served. During intermission Rosemary Parkhurst will give n vocal selec- tion. and Edward Belcher of Battle Creek will present a novelty auction- eering act. Council To Honor Students At Banquet On May 3 I Jungle Scenes To Furnish Theme Throughout Evening Program To honor students outstanding in scholarship and leadership, the an- nual honor banquet will be held at the Congregational church on May 31. The following committees have been appointed to moke arrange- ments for the affair: theme—Ike Fraco. Jerry Fulton. Grace Slmull. and Phil Sherman; decorations—Ike Frace. Jerry Fulton. Grace Shaull. Klla Norris, and Jean Riddle; food— Bethel Keefer. Howard Newsome. Russell DeLaud. and Maurine Niel- sen; entertainment—Clarence Squibb. Richard Davis. Betty Weaver. Phil Sherman, and Bill Watson: and in- vitations and programs Dick Sand- ers. Donald Grier. Bob Paton. Doris Mason, and Kathleen Mikcsell. The individual first named in each group will be chairman of his respective committee. A jungle theme will be carried throughout the evening's program. No orchestra has been secured and the Intermission has not been def- initely decided upon. Class Night To Feature “The Dear Departed Group Will Dramatize Poem Narrated By Goldman Laurence M. Sprague. Detroit lawy- er and graduate of Charlotte high school, will be the guest speaker at the annual commencement exercises to be held in the auditorium June 13. Plans for class night, which is to be held June 12. are well underway. The program will consist of a double nuartet. under the direction of Arnold Koch; instrumental and must- e-1 combers, under Ward Hynes' su- pervision; and an original poem to be written and narrated by Luclle Gold- man. with the entire class taking part; and a one net comedy. The Dear Departed with the following cast; Amelin. Gloria Beebe: Elizabeth. Helen Yaw; Victoria. Jane Peters; Henry. Kenneth Bruce: Ben. Ray- mond Snyder: and Abel Merriweath- er. I,oo Verick A valedictory address will be given by Shirley Bring and Kathleen Mikesell will present the salutatory address. Mr. Austin states The change in the class night program is being made so that we can get away from the ser- ious type, and to furnish light enter- tainment. By having a smaller group take part in the exercises, it gives them the chance to use this form of en- tertainment and furnishes better co- operation and less confusion in prepar- ing the program . Attention For every five books we can obtain, which were printed be- fore 1930. the Kellogg Founda- tion will give us one new hook for the library. Superintendent Jay Dykhouse stated. We want the whole school to enter in the campaign. Here is an opportunity to fill the library. Fiction, travel, text books, and so forth—no magazine—may be used for the exchange. All are urged to bring every old book they can find to school. The campaign closes May 16. Seniors Swell Trip Fund By Selling Movie Tickets June 7 has been set for the date of the annual senior trip. If ' the movie project the class is now spon- soring at the Eaton theater Is a suc- cess. they will journey to Chicago for three days. Jello. Christmas cards, and wrap- pings have been sold to obtain trip funds. Bake sales, dances, and a movie have also been sponsored. There are now approximately five hundred and fifty dollars In the class trensnry. The seniors expect to clear $2o0 on the film. r———————————————————————— y I Dots End” I May 9—Election of mayor and i secretary. (Support your candidate). May 10—Girl Reserve assembly. (very promising). May 10—Rural students’ visit- ing day. i May 15—Career Day. (The day | of reckoning draws near!) [ May 17 — Teachers assembly, t (Give 'em the raspberry). J Home Economics Style Show, t (watch the girls strut their J stuff). j May 24—Junior-Senior Banquet, j (Another reminder to get your date). May 25—Tulip Festival. (Have we got class). May 30- No school. (Yeh man!) May 31—Honor Banquet. (Dust off the tuxedo). June 7—Senior Trip. (Bon Voyage). June 9—Baccalureate. (For a bit of seriousness). June 12—Class Night (Prover- bial top-notchers). June 13 — Commencement. (Starting out on their own). Career Day To Take Place At Local High School Seniors From Charlotte. Dimondale, and Olivet Will Be Present Representatives of nearly every held in education will speak to the seniors of the Charlotte. Olivet, and Dimondale high schools at the career day to be held on Wednesday. May 15. in the local high school auditorium. Olivet college. Albion college. Western State teachers college. Mich- igan college of mining and techno- logy. Acme business school. Lansing business university. Argubright bus- iness school. Cleary business college. Lansing secretarial school. St. Law rence hospital. University of Mich- igan. Michigan State. Alma college. Central State teachers college. Ferris institute. Gregg college. Foote Mem- orial hospital. Leila Post hospital. V. S. Navy. U. S. Army. Kalamazoo college, and Jane Dymond beauty school will probably be represented. This career day is being sponsored j to acquaint the seniors with the var- ious institutions where their educa- tion may be continued and to ac- j quaint them with the different fields in education. The program will start at three1 o’clock with speeches by the various I representatives. Each student will have an opportunity after this to in- terview the one he is interested in. Ed. Morey. '3S. is among the group who participate in a round table discussion over WKAR on Friday afternoons at 4 o'clock. Students Will Choose Head Of Government Steinman, Sherman, Stanke, Johnson, and Orr Are Office Candidates Polls to Open At 8:00 Election of the mayor and secre- tary to reign over next year’s stu- dent council will be held today. The polls will be opened from 8 to 8:30 this morning, reopening from 12:00 to 12:15 th's noon, and after school until 4:15. Philip Sherman and Russell Stein- man are the candidates for mayor. The girls running are secretary are Marilyn Orr. Shirley Johnson, and Arlene Stanke. In the primary elec- tion on May 3. Doris Mason and Car- roll Stringhain were eliminated. Jack Mate and Kathleen Mikesell. present officers of the student coun- cil. presided over the caucus held yesterday in the auditorium. Dur- ing this time, everyone in the student body was free to speak for his can- didate. Each prospective mayor pre- sented his platform at the end of the hour. If you are a lower classman, by all means vote for the most capable person to run your school for the coming year. If you are a senior, be sure you are leaving the school in capable hands by voting for the most efficient persons to head next year’s student council. Music, Art Furnish Show At School Exhibit May 2 Entertainment, showing art in dif- ferent phases, was furnished in the auditorium Thursday evening. May 2 by junior and senior high students. Dress by the Hour”, a style show given by the home economic girls aod«r the direction of Miss Eulalia Toms, opened the evening's program. A Color Fantasy was given by junior dramatics under the super- vision of Mrs. Marie Taylor. The junior high chorus and a clarinet quartet represented art in music, while Frances Higby. Jerry Fulton, and Jane Peters represented ballet in art. Stanley Burt narrated the his- tory of painting. Drawings by the local art students were done in pencil, charcoal, pastels, and ink. Each student had the privil- ege of viewing this exhibit during the past week. The faculty members in charge of this display were Harlan McCall, principal, and Miss Marion Nelthorpe. art teacher. Page 2 ORANGE A BLACK r ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Quill and Scroll International First Place Award. '35. '36. ’37. ’38 Subscription Rates. $.75 Executive Board Staff Publisher ..........................Wilma Barnes Managing Editor ................Eleanor Raymond Editor-in-Chief ..............................Vada Miller Business Manager .................Audrey Tanner Advertising Manager ..............Dale Shumaker Faculty Adviser ............................Harlan McCall Reporters ...............Rest of Journalism Class Mother's Day Throughout the year we recognize saints’ days and seasonal holidays, but it seems the lovliest of all is Mother’s day. On this day we have a uni- versal feeling for mothers of all races and creeds. When this Sunday comes, we begin to realize the significance and importance of mothers to the world. Every one. good or evil, has a mother when life begins. In babyhood our mothers are our whole existence. We love and depend on them for our wants and needs. As we grow older that same love is with us. Though we cover it with busy thoughts and plans, it is too deeply rooted to vanish. A mother’s love is a religion In itself, guiding, helping, and protecting us. even after we are old enough to go the way alone. Devotion is so little to repay for this that It should not He for- gotten through the years. Every day should be Mother’s day! The Final Token In the year 1925. the board of education adopt- ed the praiseworthy policy of supplying booklet diplomas to the members of the graduating class. These diplomas had brown leather covers with white linings and were used for two years when the covers were changed to brown Velv-A-Suede. The colors brown and w’hite have become known as the standards colors, and we understand they are to be used for years to come. This form of diploma Is much more satisfactory to the reel- plents than the old type which had to be framed Reposing in the hope chest of the girl graduate or in the convenient repository of her masculine classmate, the booklet diplomas may be exhibited from time to time to admiring friends. To some of us any diploma would be acceptable, but to most of us. to see our names engraved on one of these beautiful diplomas adds a certain dignity to graduation. How Do You Feel ? Prom Time Roses are red Violets are blue Orchids are $4 I wonder—would dandelions Look nice on you?—Central Tummary. 7l atida Srauos Dear Miss Graves: Not long ago. I awoke from deep thoughts along other lines, to find that spring was here. Immedi- ately within my soul there arose a new emotion, one so strong and so forceful. I found It hard to subdue. Now. my question is this: should I oppress this emotion? My heart says. ”uo. but my teach- ers and parents say. ’’yes.’’ And as for my head, it doesn’t even work any more. Please. Miss Graves—shall I. or shall I not. skip school ? Yours truly. Call Of The Wild alias Gone With The Wind Answer. Dear G. W. T. W. This is such a delicate subject it is rather hard t voice one's opinion. However. I shall quote Emily Post: “The proper way to skip school is to inform your teachers, make up all of your work the day before, and bring an excuse before and after from your par- ents. If you dislike this advice, skip any time you feel the urge; but remember, you take the conse- quences. Sincerely yours. Miss Matilda Graves. ’’Punk. said the fire-cracker. Fine.” said the Judge. Grand.” said the piano. Hot.” said the dog. Whipped. said the cream. Down in the dumps. said the empty can. Strong. said the garlic. Breathless. said the Llsterlne. Wise. said Confuscious. Hardboiled . said the egg. Cuckoo.” said the clock. Shiftless.” said the sand. “Framed.” said the picture. Rotten,” said the apple. “Cracked. said the teapot. Blue. said the sky. “Stiff. said the collar. Shaken. said the rattle. —Lakeview Crystal. The reason the average girl would rather have beauty than brains is because men who can sec greatly outnumber those who can think. Pray, let me kiss your hand. said Howard New- some with looks of burning love. I can remove my veil. said Pat. Much easier than my glove. It Could Happen To You! A busy farmer puts in a phone call to a carpenter. “Hello operator, give me 71903 ... What! there’s no one home? Well. I didn't tell you to go over to the house. Just ring. Howdy-do Mr. Carpenter? This is Mr. Farmltt. Could you all come over? I have some repairing that has to be done. No. not your family, come iloue........The shuttas .... no. I didn't say shut up ... I said the green shuttas an my window, well, him fell off . . . The vind . . . . you know the vind that goes whooooooooooo’ blew them off .... I want you to come over and hit the hammer with the nail and flx’em the shuttas . No. I didn’t say six of them .... I said . . . . Oh. never mind I'll fix them myself. Qoofy OODIES It’s surprising what concoctions of foods people eat and call good. Leone Haddlx finds a slice .f bread covered with sour cream and sprinkled „■: salt a rare treat. She also likes sandwiches of bananas and salad dressing. Recipe: Take one slice of bread. Lay t a. o« on top of this. Add another slice of bread, toma- toes, and potato chips, and balance a third sin , of bread atop this. The result: a triple decker sandwich which Elina Klaiss advises for people with stiff jaws. The Riddle sisters must have fun when they fix a lunch—Eunice has to have Jelly or Jam on her cottage cheese and Jean eats her eggs with catsup. Mrs. Klpliiiger states, and I quote: Peanut butter and pickle sandwiches are delicious. If you are tired of peanuts eaten in the same old way. try them with cheese. Vena Keefer says they are delectable that way. Garlinghouse: (poking his head in a phone booth! Say. you’ve been in that phone booth an hour and you haven’t said a word! Wilcox: Let me alone—I’m talking to my girl friend.”—Normal College News. Mr. Hynes; (leading out the band) Now we will play the Star Spangled Banner. Donald J. F. to Martha Snow (Excitedly) Jehosophat! I Just played that. Bookkeeping Students At Work A debit or credit, what does it mean? Columns of figures on sheets by the ream. Receipts, disbursements, each day there's more, Debit’s fight credit’s in their own war. Each day come fresh troops to Join each side. Some go astray and some sure do hide; Sooner or later they come back to fight. Both sides are equal or the battle's not right. Then comes a day when both put their strength. A tremendous struggle where all backs are bent; Flash!—News from the front. Quick, to the boss. Who won?—Who won—Profit or I oss? Answers To Last Issuefs Puzzle •n 3U 5 v 7 7 p 6rR vp R ,3p m s r L °H H E 28 K Kt 32, 55 Student Aviator: Quick, what do I do now. in structor? His Companion: What! I thought you were the instructor. (jxcAany A donkey basketball game proved to be a big hit at the Petosky high school. The varsity team was made up of lK ys who had earned letter in playing football or basketball. Their rival w«« the Petoskey band. The exciting game ended with the score of 1614 in favor of the varsity. It was fun for the boys: yet. it seemed odd to the students that there were quite a few absent from school the next day. ORANGE 4 BLACK Page I Charlotte Nine To Battle In Remaining Season Games' Orioles Will Compete Against Mason Grand Ledge. Everett, and Howell In Contests Friday. May 10. the Charlotte Ori- oles will engage In their second bat- tle of the «««son against Howell. This game will be played on the local diamond. In the first game Charlotte played with the highlanders, the local lads were defeated by the score of 9-4. The Orioles will play their return game with Everett high school on Tuesday. May 14. on the vikings' dia- mond. They are a new school In the conference, and � elng that Eaton Rapids downed them our chances are fairly good. Mason Maroons and the Charlotte Orioles will play their Aral game of the season Friday. May 31. on the local Held. Last year Mason won the conference championship and they will put up a tough Aght this year. Charlotte and Grand I«edge will play their second game of the year on Tuesday. May 21. at Grand Ledge. The Orioles defeated the Comets in their Arst game, so they will be Aglti- ing hard to avenge their defeat. Weather Handicaps Orioles At Central State Relay Charlotte Oriole track team gather- ed nine points at the second annual central state relays at ML Pleasant. Friday. May 3. There were approxi- mately 21 teams In every event. Ken- neth Hruce and Nell Clever placed second In the high hurdles and shot put respectively. In the relays, the Orioles placed third In the shuttle hurdles and fourth in the two mile re- lay. Due to weather conditions and wet track, the time was very slow. F. F. A. Boys Participate In County Speech Contest Eaton county F. F. A. speaking con- test was held at Grand Ledge Thurs- day. April 11. Five schools were represented In the contest: Bellevue. Olivet. Eaton Kapids. Grand Ledge, and Charlotte. There were two boys entered from each school. Those from Charlotte were James Wood and Allen Caughey. An F. F. A. member from Belle- vue won first place and the contest- ant from Olivet won second place. Judge for this contest was Profes- sor Doyle of Michigan State college. GREEN MEADOWS CHICKEN or STEAK DINNERS Served Complete for 65c LUNCHES and SANDWICHE8 A Good Place to Hold Your Parties Charlotte Phone Main 7111-F4 Sports punk Jack Mate is leading the Oriole sluggers with a lusty batting average of .642. In four games he has made nine hits out of 14 times at bat. Up to the Everett game, the Orioles had scored 36 runs to their opponents’ 23. Keep up the good work, boys! The dual track meet with Eaton Kapids May 1 was called off because of six feet of snow and a sixty mile gale. The meet will be held at a later date. Neil Clever had the honor of hitting the Oriole’s first home run this year Bill hit It against Eaton Kapids las'. Tuesday when Charlotte walloped them 23 to 8. Local Team Unsuccessful In First Three Contests Golfers Hampered By Rain and Cold Weather So far this season the Oriole golf schedule has been severly hampered by rain and cold weather. In their first three matches the Charlotte golfers have lost one to lousing central, postponed one on May 1 with the same school due to rain und snow, and had one game with East Lansing cut short on the sixth hole bc cause of wet weather. Friday. May 3. However. Kenneth Brown, coach of golfers, is hoping for better wea- ther conditions for the remainder of the season which ends May 31 with East Lansing. Thus far in the games the local team has been composed of Russell Spice. Dayton Fisher. Burleigh Well- man. Bud Beechler. and Dwight Haines. Gaines remaining on the schedule this year are: May 14. Hastings, here. May 16—Howell, there. May 24—East Lansing, here. May 29 -Howell, here. May 31—East Lansing, there. Lambkins: Last week I was crazy about Bill. Now I can t stand him.” Honey puss: “Yeah, it’s funny how changeable men are. —The DePaulia. Get your FLASHLIGHTS and BATTERIES - SOFT BALLS RAZOR BLADES. ETC. at KU TSCH E’C HARDWARE NOE RADIO ELECTRIC SERVICE For Reliable Radio 4 Electric Repair Call at 2 7 N. Sheldon Phone Main 788 Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS SUPER SERVICE Cor. Lawronce 4 Boetwiek Avee. • Lansing St. Six Point Living In 3 Way Gym World Is Speaker’s Topic Instructor Teaches Tennis To Two Groups Hi-Y Presents Grafflin In Speech At Assembly Speaking in a jocund manner. Dr. Samuel W. Grafflin addressed the high school students at an assembly April 30 in the high school auditor- ium. He was brought here through the auspices of the local Hf-Y club, who secured him from the state Y. M. C. A. office. “Six Point Living in a Three-Way World was Dr. Grafflin’� topic. He stated that the purpose of one’a life is to find out the things in life that matter and make them count. Dr. Grafflin listed the work you do. the people with whom you associate, and the God you worship as the three most vital things in life. He stressed good hard work, saying. If you get in a tight place educationally, spirit- ually. or Anancially. go to work. Thank God for your relatives, but be glad that you can choose your friends If you go with the wrong kind, you’ll never see the right kind , reminded Dr. Grafflin. He enumerated the six-points of liv- ing as: good health, growing mind, economy, prayer, spirit of service, and a sweet, sunny, social agreeabie- ness. He told the listeners that to keep a growing mind, one should read a page of the dictionary, a chap- ter In the Bible, and one biography every day. He pointed out that one can acquire social poise by living with great people through reading. Dr. Grafflin is now Industrial Mis- sionary of the Methodist church and is associated with the Ward Baking company in social welfare service as well as the Y. M. C. A. Seventh, eighth, and ninth grade girls are given tennis instructions every Tuesday afternoon at four o’clock by Miss Sarah Rosa. The senior high girls are divided into two groups holding separate meetings on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons after school. They have been taught the forehand, backhand, and the American serve. Miss Ross stated. Fundamentals have to be taught before a ladder tournament may be held.” Charlotte Nine Trounces Islanders Baseball Team Tuesday. April 29. Coach Rohlfs and the baseball team journeyed to Eaton Rapids to play the Islanders a return game. Charlotte was victor- ious over their opponents by the score of 23-8. BUI Clever, catcher for Char- lotte. made the first home run of the year. The Orioles took the lead in the first inning and held it during the entire game. The battery for Charlotte was Mate and Clever. Pitching for Eaton Rapids was done by Bouts, with Bostwick at the plate. This was Charlotte’s third win of the season. Fruit and Vegetables AT BOB’S MARKET We Feature INVISIBLE HALF SOLE Ask Us About It Mrs. Kiplinger: Have you done any outside reading this month Donald? Donald Jack Field: “No it has been too cold.—The Hornets Buzz. RENU SHOE SHOP SAM VITALE Parents—Give a CORONA PORTABLE To Your Graduate MORNING STAR “C. Hay For Typewriters A. C. CHENEY Funeral Home Graduation Activities ARE CREEPING UP It is not too early to think of white footwear for these occasions We will be pleased to show you our line of white shoes any time. Fred Murray Co. Between the Banks WOODWARD PASTEURIZED MILK - CREAM • CHOCOLATE MILK CHEESE BUTTER Phone Main 254 W. B. Sterling PRINTING BETTER QUALITY ' FAIR PRICES Phone Main 26 McQRATH - DeFOE CO. Publisher! of the Charlotte Republican-Tritnme Page 4 ORANGE BLACK Oriole Band To Compete In Spring Tulip Festival Many Bands Will Participate In Annual Review On May 25 For the third consecutive time, the Charlotte high school senior band will journey to Holland. Michigan to com- pete in the annual spring tulip festival, which will take place on May 25. Our band has placed first in the class B schools for the past two years, competing against the Sturgis. Cold- water. Three Rivers. St. Joseph, and Zeeland high school bands. Director Ward Hynes received a letter recently from Mr. Eugene Hiet- er. who is chairman of the Holland tulip festival review, acknowledging the official acceptance of the Oriole band in this year’s festival. Mr. Hieter stated. Competition will be keener this year than it has ever been previously. Rand members will leave at eight o’clock Saturday morning in two new Indian trail cruiser busses. Principal Harlan McCall and Melvin Brown will accompuny them as In previous years. The review will start at 12:30 P. M. Each band will have not more than Sophomores To Have Party In Old Gym On May 10 Dancing and games will furnish the entertainment for qhe sophomores at their class party on May 10. The affair will take place in the old gym- nasium at eight o’clock. The com- mittee working on the party is made up of: Rosemary Spagnuolo. chair- man: Ailene Davis. Pat Beechler. Elaine Bruce. Jean Carlson. Wayne Terwilliger. Bruce Garlinghouse. Al- lan Tower, and Douglas Fletcher. Miss Patricia Verdier. Wllford Rohlfs. and Wendell Anderson are the class advisors. eight minutes on the held. Mr. Hieter asked Mr. Hynes to an- nounce that if any parents or other townspeople wish to attend the festi- val. they should reserve their seats in advance. Seats may be reserved by writing to the tulip festival head- quarters. Chamber of Commerce. Hol- land. Snoke, Haddix Receive Honorary Society Pins Dorene Snoke and Leone Haddix. senior class members, were awarded their membership certificates and pins to the national Quill and Scroll honorary society in the assembly April 30. To become a member of this organ- ization. one is required to have articles, which he has written and which have been published in the school or city paper, approved by Harlan McCall, journalism instructor, and Edward Neil, executive secretary of the society. The Quill and Scroll is a society connected with Northwest- ern university. Chicago. Charlotte was represented with winners in the contest held by this organization recently In the letter received by Mr. McCall from the ex- ecutive secretary, it stated. Dorene has been named winner of the head- line division in section number three, while Bob Cox and Vada Miller were given honorable mention by the judges for their fine entries in editor- ial and feature writing. jjecAa ryc % oles He—See that man playing short- stop? He’ll be our best man in about a week. She—Oh. this Is so sudden!—The Hi-Light. High School Faculty To Present Assembly Teachers in the Charlotte high school faculty will present an as- sembly before the studuent body Fri- day. May 15. In this assembly some of our teach- ers will be seen in very unusual roles. Miss Wells states. We have uncovered very good talent.” Those working on the committee for the program are: Miss Sarah Ross. Mr. Arnold Koch, and Miss Winifred Wells. A variety of selec- tions will make up the entertainment. FOR Graduation Gifts SHOP AT W. E. WRIGHT’S JEWELRY GIFTS I Mike May hew—I’m not going to school any more. Bud Stockwell—Why not? Mike Mayhew —I can't learn any-1 thing. The teachers keep changing the lessons every day.—Cheboygan High School Pow-Pow. Several Varieties OF Rayon Anklets 20c PAIR MORRIS 5c, 10c and $1 Store Go To Carlisle Badio and Dlusic Service For Musical Instruments, Sheet Music. Radios Etc, With 2 c Old Srads Francis Flaherty. ’36. senior at the University of Michigan, visited the high school recently. After graduating from the U. of M.. he intends to prepare for a medical career. Among the old grads who were around Charlotte during spring va- cation were: Lois McIntyre. '38. of the Blackstone college of Virginia; Bob Taylor, ’37. of the U. of M.; Clare Weaver. '3S; Marthagene Briggs. '37. of Michigan State: and Jack Gnrling- house. ‘38. of Albion. Carroll Brown. 31, spoke at the Congregational church Wednesday, April 3. Mr. Brown is employed as a sociologist in Jackson prison. Harwood Smith, valedictorian and graduate of the class of '36, recently returned from (California, where he was visiting. He is now employed in Ann Arbor as a bookkeeper. Pauline Davidson, graduate of ’36, is working as a secretary in the his- tory department of Michigan State college. Lois McIntyre 38 has been chosen to be editor of the Blackstone college paper. The Onyx , for next year. This college is a Methodist school in Blackstone. Virginia. Each of four girls running for the office had to edit one paper. Miss McIntyre was highly praised by the critics for her edition. Speedwriters Club Members of the Speedwriters club were entertained by a question and answer game, written by Elmer Wheeler, at the meeting April 22. Arlene Stanke was the program chairman. The next meeting, also the last, will he a cook-out at the spring on May 6. Wanda Scott. Donna Suther- land. and Margaret McUmber are on the planning committee. Miss Ver- dier is the club advisor. Then He Had To Dive Pa: Well son. how are your marks? Son: Under water. Pa: What do you mean? Son: Below 'C” level.—Boy's Life. Mr. Rohlfs: Can anyone tell me why Missouri stands at the head or the mule-raising industry in the United States? Neal Tomllson: lb-cause it isn’t safe to stand at the other end. Most girls have impromptu com- plexions—they make them up as they go along.—L. A. Collegian. FRED A. RICHEY Co. Dry Goods. 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