Charlotte High School - Delphian Yearbook (Charlotte, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1944 volume:

☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 19 4 4 ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Published by the SENIORS and JOURNALISM CLASS of CHARLOTTE HIGH SCHOOL ★ ★ STAFF Editor Assistant Editor Class Editor Sports Editor Feature Editor Calendar Editor MARY JANE SPAGNUOLO DOROTHY FURU . . EDNA ROBINS . RICHARD SLEATER BETTY LOU SQUIBB ESTHER JONES Photographic Manager . CONNIE BEEBE Business Manager - NEIL ROBERTS Typists . DONNA VIERK. SHIRLEY TELLAS . i RUSSELL DELAND, prooran, Chi“,rm'n , ANNA MAE ROYSTON Circulation NED WALTERS. LUCILLE LAPOINT ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ and orange black MCGRATH DlfOf CO The CHARHIAN To the Memory of RUSSELL DEAN, '42 MAX GEE. '35 Alumni of Charlotte High School, who in the last year so oaliantly gave their lives for their country, and to all the other Alumni, and former students now in the armed services, the class of '44 respect- fully dedicates this Charhian. ' w: sxsJ 2 it -it it The CHAR HI AN FACULTY WENDELL ANDERSON—A.B.. N. S. T. C.; M.A.. U. of M.; Chemistry, Physics. RICHARD BILBIE—A.B., U. of M.; Social Studies. CATHERINE CROZIER—A.B., Olivet; Social Studies. MATTIE FISHER— A.B.. M. 8. N. C..' Junior High. MALCOLM GOBEL—B.S., Alma: Physical Education. EMERSON GRINDALL—A.B.. Olivet; Mathematics. Assistant Coach. ZELLA HALLIFAX—B.S., S. W. T. C.; Draughn’s Business College; Typing, Shorthand. ALICE HOWELLS— A.B.. U. of M.; Language. it it it WARD HYNES—Principal; B.S., W. S. T. C.; Instrumental Music. MILDRED IAUCH—A.B., W. S. T. C.; M.A., U. of M.; Librarian. MARENA KIPLINGER—A.B.. U. of M.; English. History. Bible. ALLEEN LIPSEY—B.S., Ferris Institute; Commercial. ★ ★ HARLAN McCALL—Superintendent; A.B., Albion; M.A., U. of M.; Algebra. EARL MEAD— B.S.. W. S. T. C.; U. of M.; Wood Shop. ELAINE MEYER—B. ME., M.M., Northwestern University: Music. ALLAN MURRAY— B.S.. Stout Institute: Mechanical Drawing. Metal Shop. it it it RICHARD SCHROEDER—B.S.. M.S.C.; Biology. Agriculture. MARIE TAYLOR—M. S. N. S.; Junior High. THELMA ELWORTHY TAYLOR—B.S., M. S. C.; Physical Education. EULALIA TOMS— B.S.. M. S. C.; Home Economics. ★ ★ WINIFRED WELLS—Assistant Principal and Acting Principal; A.B., Olivet; English. KATHRYN WESHE—A.B., Kletiing College: English, Dra- matics. LEORA WEYMOUTH—Principal of Junior High; A.B.. Olivet. FRANCES WILDERN—B.S., M. S. N. C.; English. Arts. It it it Supply Teachers not pictured: MILLICENT BROWN—A.B., Olivet; English. Speech. SAMUEL ROBINSON—A.B., Drury College: M.M.. U. of M.; Professor of Music at Olivet College; Instrumental Music. LILLIAN SCHROEDER—B.S.. M. S. C.; Speech. Literature. ☆ ☆ 3 HONOR STUDENTS The CHARHIAN tsTHER JONES achieved valedictorian honors for the year 1944 with a scholastic average of 3.86. Esther has been a commercial student throughout her high school career, major- ing in English. During these years, she has been a member of the commercial club, glee club, was in the junior play, and took part in an operetta. She was on the Charhian staff this year, and has also served on the Orange and Black. Esther attended four honor banquets. Next in line comes Neil Roberts, salutatorian, with an average of 3.52. Science, mathematics, and English were his major subjects in his college preparatory course. Active during his high school years, Neil attended four honor ban- quets, besides participating in the band, orchestra, science club, student council, won a part in the junior play, acted as business manager of the Charhian. and worked as movie operator for most of the films shown at the high school. Each year, the University of Michigan club awards a boy and a girl of the graduating class by having their names engraved on an honor plaque. The faculty has chosen these students considering the qualities of scholarship, sportsman- ship, and leadership. This year Dorothy Furu and Jack Bobier were chosen for this honor. Before coming to Charlotte, Dorothy Furu was a member of Olivet high school. While attending Charlotte high in her junior and senior years, she attained an average of 3.08, besides taking an active part in band, and helped out on the junior play committee. In her last year, she did a good job as assembly committee chairman, was on the student council, and was present at an honor banquet. For one semester, Dorothy worked on the Orange and Black staff, and ended her year by being assistant editor of the Charhian. Jack Bobier was president of his class in his sophomore year. Being very active in sports, he spent three years in football, four in intramural sports, along with one year of track. Besides having a scholastic average of 2.79, Jack, better known as “Elmer,” was a member of the rural students’ club, F.F.A., and the dance club. He also had a part in this year’s operetta, “Shooting Stars.” 4 a SENIORS The CHARHIAN MARY ELLEN BAKER: Band 2-3-4; Jr. Play 3; Jr. Prom. 3; Rural Students' Club 1; Orchestra 1-2-3-4. BARBARA BALL: Glee Club 2; Girl Reserves 4; Rural Students' Club 1-4; Oance Club 2. JOAN BARNES: Band 2-3: Girl Reserves 4: Honor Banquet 1.4: Dance Club 2-3: G. A. A. 1-2; Home Room Sec. 1: Dramatics Club 1. ★ ★ CONSTANCE BEEBE: Band 1-2-3-4; Orchestra 1-2; Sec. of Band 3-4; Mixer Chairman 3: Girl Reserves 4; Dramatics Club 1; American Legion Honor Award; Orange and Black 4; Charhian Staff 4; Dance Club 2-3; Honor Banquet 1-2-3-4; Office Work 3-4 BETHEL BERGMAN: Rural Students' Club 4. ROBERT BETTY: Science Club 1: Football 2-3.4; Basketball 2-3-4; Baseball Mar. 2: Hi-Y 4: Hall Monitor 2: Student Council 4; Jr. Prom. Comm. 3; Interclass Sports 1; Dance Club 2. ★ ★ JACK BOBIER: Class President 3: Football 1-3-4; Intramural Sports 1-2-3-4; F. F. A. 2-3; Track 4: Dance Club 2; Rural Students Club 1-3-4; Honor Banquet 4. CARROLL BOWER: Rural Students' Club 4. KATHLEEN BURCHFIELD: O. A. A. 1-2; Orange A Black 4. AMY CHAPMAN: Bangor High 1; Girl Reserves 4; Flag Bearer 4; Glee Club 4; Operetta 4; Orange A Black 4; Jr. Prom. Comm 3. NEIL COCHRANE: Boxing 2; Student Council 2; Dance Club 2-3; Honor Banquet 2-4; Rural Students' Club 1-2-4; Hi-Y 4; Class President 4. KATHERINE CONLEY: Band 2-3-4: Orange A Black 4; Operetta 1. it ★ JACQUELYN CRITTENDEN: G. A. A. 1-2; Band 3; Rural Students' Club 1-4; Honor Banquet 2. HARRY CURRAN: Tennis 2-4: Band 1-2-3-4: Orchestra 1-2-3-4; Orange A □ lack 4; Science Club 1. RUSSELL DELAND: Hi-Y 3-4; Student Council 1; Honor Banquet 1-4; Dance Club 2-3; Cross Country 4; Jr. Play 3; Charhian Staff 4; Older Boys' Conference 4. ★ ★ EDWARD DUNNING: Band 2-3-4; Orchestra 3-4; HI-Y 4; Rural Students' Club 2-4; Dance Club 2; Glee Club 2: Inter-class Sports 3. WILLIAM DUNNING: Band 1-2-3-4; Track 1; Rural Students' Club 1-4; Cross Country 4: Dance Club 3-4: Inter-class Sports 1-4; Service May 1. BETTY FRANKLIN: Band 2-3. ★ ★ DONNA FRENCH: Perry High 1; Hall Monitor 4. RICHARD FULLERTON: Home Room Vice President 1: Glee Club 2-4; Orchestra 2-3: Band 2-3; Track 1-4; Cross-Country 4; Honor Banquet 2; Intramural Sports 4. DOROTHY FURU: Olivet 1-2; Jr. Play Comm. 3: Assembly Comm. Chairman 4; Honor Banquet 4; Student Council 4; Band 3-4; Charhian Staff 4. ☆ ☆ 5 The CHARHIAN SENIORS IRMA GREEN: Sunfteld 1-2-3: Glee Club 4. WAYNE HAIGH: Rural Students’ Club 4; Boxing 2. DONNA HALL: Home Room President 1; Glee Club 2: Rural Students Club 2; Cheerleader 3; Jr. Play Comm. 3; Dance Club 2. it it it ILA HALSEY: Rural Students’ Club 1-4; Band 2; Orchestra 1-2. DOROTHY HEINZE: Rural Students’ Club 1-4; Glee Club 2: Girl Reserves 3-4; Jr. Play Comm. 3: Dance Club 2: Honor Banquet 4. Play Comm. 3; Dance Club 2; Honor Banquet 4. RICHARD HICKS: Dance Club 2: Football 2-3-4; Basketball 1-2-3-4; Track 1-2-3-4; Hl-Y 4; Hall Monitor 4; Honor Banquet 4; Vice President 4. it it it ESTHER JONES: Jr. Play 3: Charhian Staff 4; Orange A Black 4; Honor Banquet 1-2-3-4; Prom. Comm. 3; Glee Club 4; Commercial Club 3: Val- eldictorian 4. MARY KING: Band 1-2-3: Orchestra 1-2; Student Council 1: Dramatics Club 1-2; Assembly Comm. 1; Class Queen 1; Girl Reserves 4; O. A. A. 1-2: Dance Club 2-3: Junior Play 3; Honor Banquet 2. MAX KING: Band 1-2-3-4; Orchestra 3-4; Tennis 3-4; Hi-Y Vice President 4; Class Treasurer 4; Honor Banquet 3-4; Movie Operator 3-4; Older Boys’ Conference 4. it it LUCILLE LAPOINT: G. A. A. 1; Glee Club 3-4; Dance Club 3; Jr. Prom. Comm. 3; Commercial Club 1; Honor Banquet 2-3-4; Dramatics Club Sec 3; Class Treasurer 3; Jr. Play 3; Class Queen 2-3; Girl Reserve President 4; Charhian Staff 4; Operetta 4; Cheerleader 2-3-4. PATSY LEWIS: Band 1-2-3; Honor Banquet 1-2; Commercial Club 1-2; Rural Students’ Club 1-2-4; Girl Reserves 2: Jr. Play Comm. 3: Home Room Sec. 1; Orchestra 3; Jr. Prom. Comm. 3. JAMES MATHEWS: Dance Club 2-3; Basketball 1-2-3-4; Track 1-2-3; Class Treasurer 4: Hi-Y 4: Honor Banquet 1-2-3: Football 1-2-3-4: Navy, end of first semester 4. it it It JUNE MAYHEW: Rural Students' Club 1-4; Honor Banquet 1-2-3: Dance Club 2. GENEVE MILLER: Rural Students' Club 1-4. EDNA MOON: G. A. A. 1; Rural Students’ Club 1-4. ★ CAROLINE MYERS: G. A. A. 1. ROBERT ORR: Cheerleader 1-2; Class President 2-3; Dramatics Club 1; Hi-Y 4; Honor Banquet 1-2-3-4; Jr. Prom. 3: Mayor 4; Orange A Black 4; Hall Monitor 2. JEAN PARR: Rural Students’ Club 1-3-4; Girl Reserves 4; Dance Club 3: Orange A Black 4. it it ★ ROBERT PATON: Basketball 2-3-4; Track 2; Hi-Y 4; Student Council 1; Dance Club 3; Navy second semester of 4. MARILIN PFEIFER: Dance Club 3; Jr. Prom. Comm. 3; Dramatics Club 3; Orange A Black 4; Band 1-2-3-4; Orchestra 2-3. CARROLL PHILLIPS: Band 1-2-3; HI-Y 4; Football 2-4; Science Club 1; Dance Club 2; Jr. Prom. Comm. 3; Tennis 3; American Legion Award. ★ MILDRED PHILLIPS: Carterville, III.. 1-2-3. TWILA RAINES. GEORGE RIDDLE: Football 1; Track 1-2: Basketball 2-3; Hi-Y 4; Army. Nov. 19. ’43. f, k it it The CHAR HI AN SENIORS NEIL ROBERTS: Band 1-2-3; Tenni 3-4; Charhian Staff 4; Student Council 1; Science Club 1; Honor Banquet 1-2-3-4; Movie Projector 2-3-4; Orchestra 2; Jr. Play 3; Older Boy� ’ Conference 4; Salutatorian. EONA ROBINS: Girl Reserve 3; Commercial Club 1-2; Honor Banquet 1-4; Jr. Play Comm. 3; Orange Black 4; Rural Student ' Club 1-2-4; Char- hian Staff 4; Prom. Comm. 3; Alumni Dance Comm. 3. ANNA MAE ROYSTON: Commercial Club 1; Girl Reserves 2; Orchestra 2-3; Band 1-2-3-4; Student Council 3; Sec. of High School 4. Orange Black 4; Glee Club 4; Charhian Staff 4; Honor Banquet 3-4; Jr. Prom. Comm. 3: Class Treasurer 2: Operetta 4: Home Room Sec. I; Rural Students' Club 4; High School Queen 4. ★ ★ ★ EUGENE ROYSTON: F. F. A. 1-2-3-4: Track 3-4; Football 1-2; Band 1-2-3-4; Rural Students' Club 4; Glee Club 3; Operetta 4; Honor Banquet 4. MARY SCOVILL: Orchestra 1-2; Glee Club 1; Prom. Comm. 3; Jr. Play Comm. 3; Honor Banquet 4. JUNE SHUMAKER: .Oran? A Black 4; Glee Club 2-4; Operetta 4; Rural Students Club 4. ★ ★ RICHARD SLEATER: Tennis 2-3-4; Football 1; Basketball 2-4; Charhian Staff 4; Junior Play 3; Honor Banquet 3-4; Forensic Contest 3. MARIAN SLOAN: Hillsdale 1; Sexton Eastern 2; Eastern 3; Charlotte 4. WILLIAM SMILEY: .Vice President of Science Club 1; Candy Sales 2: Hi-Y 4; Athletic Comm. 4; Honor Banquet 1-2-4; Interclass Sports 4; Book Store 4; Older Boys' Conference 4. ★ ★ OLENNA SNYDER: Glee Club 1-2-3-4: Band 1-2-3: Dramatic Club 1: Cheer- leader 4; Q. A. A. 2; Librarian 3-4; Operetta 1; Orange A Black 4; Dance Club 3; Honor Banquet 4. WAYNE SOUTHWARD: Rural Students' Club 4; F. F. A. 4. MARY JANE SpAgnuOLO: Home Room Treasurer 1; Class Sec. 2-3-4; Glee Club 2-4; Girl Reserves 3; Commercial Club 2; Cheerleader 2-3-4; Orange Black 4; Charhian Staff 4; Jr. Prom. Comm 3; Honor Banquet 1-2-3-4; Dance Club 2-3; Operetta 4. ★ ★ ★ BETTY LOU SQUIBB: Cheerleader 2-3-4; Girl Reserves 4; Jr. Play 3; Vice President 2; Honor Banquet 2-4; Student Council 1; Charhian Staff 4; Finance Comm. 4; Orange . Black 4; Forensic Contest 3. ARTHUR STEWARD: Orchestra 1-2-3: Band 12-3-4: Dance Orchestra 3-4; Hi-Y 4: Tennis 2-4: Science Club 1: Honor Banquet 1-2: Older Boys' Con- ference 4. WAYNE STEWARO: Woodland 1-2: Basketball 3-4; F. F. A. 3-4; President F. F. A. 4; Rural Students' Club 3-4; President Rural Students’ Club 4; Honor Banquet 4. ★ ★ SHIRLEY TELLAS: Vermontville 1-2; Rural Students’ Club 3-4; Charhian Staff 4: Dance Club 3. NYLE TRELOAR: Hi-Y 4; Dance Club 2; Treasurer 2: President Home Room 1. DONNA VIERK: Honor Banquet 2-3-4; Rural Students' Club 1-4; Honor Banquet 4; Charhian Staff 4; Orange Black 4: Operetta 4; Glee Club 4; Prom. Comm. 3; Library 4; Parent-Teachers Association Recreation Comm. 4: Jr. Plav Comm. 3: Dance Club 2-3. ★ ★ SHIRLEY WALKER: Girl Reserve 4; Rural Students Club 1-4. NED WALTERS: Football 1-2-3-4: Baseball 1-2-3-4: Tennis 1-2-3-4; Golf 1; Student Council 3; Charhian Staff 4. MAXON WEHR: Band 1.2-3-4: Home Room President 1; Class President 2; Student Council Representatives 2; Rural Students' Club 1-2-4. ★ ★ MAX WlLMORE: Rural Students' Club 4; Football 3-4; Inter-Class Basketball 3-4; Track 1: Baseball 1-2-3. AILLEEN YOUNG: Girl Reserves 3: Glee Club 1: Home Room Vice President 1; Dramatics Club Vice President 3; G. A. A. 2. BERNIECE ZIMMERLEE: G.A.A. 1-2; G.A.A. President 2. The CHARHIAN SENIOR’S BIOGRAPHY NAME NICKNAME ENJOYS MOST M. Baker “Farmer” Acting natural B. Ball Barb” Swimming J. Barnes Jo Dancing C. Beebe “Beeb” Eating B. Bergman Beth” Hiking R. Betty. Jr. Bob Sports J. Bobier Elmer” Sports C. Bower ••Butch” Swimming and hunting K. Burchfield Kass Roller skating A. Chapman Amos Andy” Acting natural N. Cochrane Cassle” ••16162743 Hunting K. Conley Katy” Roller skating J. Crittenden Jackie” Roller skating H. Curran Henry” Dance band R. DeLand Russ” Sports E. Dunning Ed Driving W. Dunning Bill” Wolling B. Franklin Judy” Reading D. French Donna” Teasing people R. Fullerton Dick Drumming D. Furu Spec” Raising the roof 1. Green Squirt Basketball games W. Haigh ••Mike Eating O. Hall “Myrt Writing letters 1. Halsey ••Ha” Fancy work D. Heinze Dot Fun R. Hicks Borky” Sports E. Jones Jonsey Singing Max King Courage 16139916” Driving Mary King Tugs” Leaves L. LaPoint Lucy” Friends P. Lewis Susie Apartment J. Mathews “Mike” Sleeping J. Mayhew June Sleeping G. Miller “Jenny” Skating E. Moon “Eddie Roller skating C. Myers Jackie Shows and skating R. Orr Orr” Hitch-hiking J. Parr Winnie” Dancing R. Paton Bob Navy M. Pfeifer Lin Acting natural C. Phillips Adolph” Getting ground M. Phillips Mildred” Movies T. Raines Twerp” Roller skating G. Riddle Lefty Sports N. Roberts Cocky” Movies E. Robins “Ed Apartment A. Royston Annie Singing E. Royston Speed Track-meets M. Scovill “Mary Swimming J. Shumaker “June bug” Hunting R. Sleater Bud Books White Rabbit M. Sloan Sloany Playing softball W. Smiley Willy Womp Womp Sailing G. Snyder Sprout Dancing W. Southward Joe” Roller skating M. Spagnuolo Mary Jane” Dancing B. Squibb Betty” Dancing A. Steward Art” Orchestra W. Steward Stub Sports S. Tellas Shirl” Sleeping N. Treloar Termite” Traveling D. Vierk Small Fry Sleeping S. Walker Shirley” Movies N. Walters “Curly Sports M. Wehr Hoot Twirling M. Wilmore Leroy” Sports A. Young Ailleen Dancing B. Zimmerlee Berniece Dancing NEVER SEEN CHERISHED PET PEEVE WITHOUT POSSESSION Amy gang Model ”8” Going steady Ailleen Pictures Liars Betty Lou Identification Bookkeeping Bev's Bracelet Friends Snobs Betty Watch Snobs Ray Mohre Sweater ring Smoking drinking Model A A. C. Wings Girls' smoking Friends Airplanes Girls' smoking Berniece Ring Girls' drinking Mary Ellen Model 8” Being bossed Ford A. C. Wings Girls’ smoking Glenna Brothers Snobs Jackie Katy Class ring Drinking and Johnny Steward Saxophone smoking Gossipy women A P Gang Watch Work Ford Ring Giggling girls Clothes Ring Boss guys Andy Ring Drinking Books Class ring Stuck-ups Sweater Badge Swearing Shoes The twins Too much make-up Margie Watch Go Fishing Pat” Cochrane Comb Girls' smoking Dot Diamond ring Two-faced people Shirley Ring Smoking drinking June Donna Friends Snobs Lou Anne Orange sweater Smoking A drinking Anna Mae Silver ring Poor housekeeping Greg Cassle A. C. Wings Gas rationing Pat. Ed. June Jack's ring Office calls One of gang Cheerleader letters Mannerless boys June. Mary. Edna Watch Snobs Herb Ring People blowing Pat. Mary. Edna Apartment Rising early “Jo Harag Necklace Drinking Bright lipstick Class ring Smoking drinking Sisters Lea Flirts Books Bracelet Serious-minded Phyllis Watch people Two-faced people Murl Davids Ford Untidiness One of gang Model ‘8 Some nicknames Dick Ned Essex Smoking Ring Watch Popping gum June Brothers School system Daniel Watch Gum cracking Jim. Cliff Tennis Racket Superwoman Smile Watch it cedar Mannerless boys Gang chest Friends Swearing Florence Florence Wolfess Class ring Stevie Swearing Watch Locket Smoking Ned Adolph Watch Persistent women Sister. Eleanor Imagination Baby-talking girls Sweater C Class’ Long Skirts Kate car sailboat Brothers Snobs La Verne Watch Some girls Gang Watch Untrue friends Jo Cocker spaniel Wall flowers A P Gang Piano Tattletails Ring Sweater Smoking Dorothy Bonnie Locket Smoking drinking “Jo Dog Long skirts Mary Ring Two faced people June lla Watch Girls' smoking Adolph. Ross. Orange sweater Smoking drinking Sleater Clothes Baton Girls Junior Orange sweater Drinking smoking Barbara Watch Snobbish people Kathleen Ring and watch Nosey people AMBITION To grow up Retail buyer Cadet Nurse College Farming Army Cadet Air Cadet Farmer Factory work Girl Reporter Army Air Corps Clerk Clerk History teacher Air Corps Pilot Farmer Air Corps Cadet Radio work Travel Construction Engineer Go around world Pianist t S. Marines Travel Beauty operitor Travel Navy Music Winged infantry Nurse Going East Nursing Navy Chemist Housewife Nurse Joining service (censored) Travel Butcher Grow up ! ! ! Commercial pilot Stenographer Singing Drawing Multi-millionaire Cosmetologist Music Farmer Marine Nurse Have a home M. D. See Hawaii Yatchtsman Happy life Electrical work Undetermined Secretary Band director Farmer Beauty operator Commercial pilot Secretary Receptionist Aeronautical engineer Navy Air Corps Navy Travel Office work q r it The CHARHIAN Senior Reunion of 1964 We are here this afternoon to bring you our annual coast to coast broadcast from the forty-third story of modernized Hotel Carnet in the heart of the great metropolis of Charlotte, Michigan. The structure for this taautiful building was origi- nated by none other than the noteworthy Maxon Pai i. Whim. He is a graduate of the Columbia University and has his B.S.. A.B.. Ph.D.. and B.U.D. degrees from the University of Southern California. Your anouncer. Robert Andrew Betty, Jk.. will broadcast today through the facilities of station O.K.K.. which was dedicated by the famous radio technician from New York City. Mr. Robert Ei.win Okk. The personalities that will appear on this program today are the 1911 graduates of the nationally known Charlotte High School which is famous for its Brain Busters”, otherwise known as the Intellectual Idiots . The crowd is beginning to arrive and we see Mary Eixkx Baker and Amy A. Chapman, the popular Ballet Dancers of the Club 13 in Chicago. Illinois They will do their fumous Ballet Boogie Woogie for the benetit of those with television sets and for those with the rather out-of-date radio sets Siiiki-ky Lorn a Walker. Ii.a Maxine Halsey. and Jim Marie Siii maker, the notable Tune Teasers of Texas will sing their own arrangement of Beat Me Daddy 8 to the Bar . Following close behind is the admirable Richard Mi kray Sleater. bund leader and Street Corner Symphony” direc- tor for the Sauerkraut Bros.. Inc. Edna Marik Robins is the dynamic candidate for the Socialist ticket in the coming full election for the presidency. She is known for her marvelous ability in debat- ing and oration� , and will deliver u speech on The Socialist Ideas for Bringing Up Children. Who do we have coming here? Well, if it isn't Patsy Lot Lewis und Josephine Ji nk Mayhem. the owners of the nationally known Ice Cream P stablishment in the Anarctic. They report that the Eskimos seem to favor the sensational Shove It or Leave It sundae to their regular confection of Blubber . Hold it everybody!! Here comes Wayne Elton Steward, the state agricultural agent and perfector of Steward’s Stimulant for Sad Sows.” As you all know Mr. Steward was the world’s champion hog raiser whose prize-winning Syrian hogs have taken every prize but the door prize at the World’s Fair for years. Oh. oh. that world-famous fortune teller of the future. Dorothy Joyce Fcrc. Just dashed in to an- nounce that in the yeur of 1980. the United States will Is overrun with crickets. Edward Van Blip.an Dt xxixg. well known critic of stage and screen, seems rather doubtful of this prophecy. Just stepping out of the elevator, which by the way Is very efficiently operated by none other than Harry Henry Ci rran. that gruduale of the Paducah Schools of Nursing, we sen Aili.ken Grace Yoi no. Barbara Jean Ball and Donna Jean Hai.i., origi- nators of the exclusive model shops under the trade name of Yorxc, Ball and Hall Inc., locat- ed in Rio De Janeiro. Brazil. We understand that Neii. Harvey Cochrane and Wayne Stanley Haigii will lie here later today If conditions are favorable. They are flying all the way from Sierra I eone. Africa, in their originally designed helicopter. By the way. today is the tenth wedding annivers- ary of Mr. and Mrs. Nyi.e Clayton Tkeioar. She was formerly Joan Marie Barnes, widely acclaimed trapeze artist with Barnum Bailey. They are now co-owners of the T and B Sports Accessory Store in Podunk. Tenn. We understand that jAcgcrj.YN Frances Crittenden and Katherine Pai i ink Conley are studying veterinary surgery at Jerkwater. Nebraska, and will demonstrate how to amputate a dog’s tuil In three easy lessons. It Is amazing how the boys have kept their youthful appearance and sohooltay complexion through the use of Dr. Neil Eigk.ni Roberts, excruciating Tonic for Titanic Obesity. Remember back in the good old school days when Artiicr Steward. Jit. had an orchestra of his own? Well, he is rais- ing rabbits, the skins of which are used in the manufacture of snow suits for the marines of New Guinea. We were notified earlier today that Bethel Mae Bergman and Bitty Jane Franklin will be de- tained from our program because of their piano concert tour of the European Continent. They are widely known for their popular arrangement of Wabash Cannon Ball . In the midst of the crowd we see Mildred Ali.een Phillips demonstrating her new El Bushe Hair Restorer , which she de- veloped while Professor of Chemistry at the Uni- versity of Michigan. In another direction we find Twila Raines, the outstanding woman lawyer of Washington. I). C.. who won the notorious Pretty CLASS PROPHECY President’s Message The 1944 senior class can look with pride on a successful four years of study and a completion of the projects attempted by its students. The ac- complishments derived from its effort in proms, mixers, magazine and Christmas card sales are a glorious example of a willing and capable group of students, working in harmony to attain a certain high goal set for themselves. In four years of study and associations in clubs, and outside work, the class has endeaY’ored to pre- pare each student to face the world, determined to do the Job he likes and for which he has pre- pared himself. The knowledge gained makes our plans possible even in a world as troubled as ours. As we look to graduation we wonder: Shall we succeed? Shall we enjoy what we planned? Will the war Impair our decisions or will It aid and increase our desires in the field we select? The answer is not then for the class to decide hut for us as individuals. The change is a great change hut the knowledge we guined. the confidence we’ve acquired will help us in the world. So we’ll go into it as good citizens and strive to make a tatter, more peaceful world. NEIL COCHRANE. ’44. President. Boy Slasenhoffner kidnapping case two years ago. We were notified that there will l� e a short dra- matic skit later on the program under the direction of Marimx Io.ne Peeieer. who is dietician for Piper Pickle Products of Pittsburg. Pennsylvania . The play, entitled Who Stole Mrs. Kipltnger’s Corn Plasters?”, was written by the notable playwright. Emma Geneve Mii.i.ek. This is the six hundred thirty-fourth play she has formulated In two years. The lighting Is under the auspices of Ri shell Dki.and. who Is hcadllghting technician for Shickel and Shimmer Light and Power Co. of Detroit. George Willis Riddle., head photographer for Peek magazine, will take Intimate snapshots from the various scenes of this play. The cast members of the “Cascade Comedy Caravan” are as follows: Jack Eegexe Homier (who was formerly salesman of that snappy, snazzy new automobile. Dodgem ) will play the part of the hero. Esther Eleanor Jones (who now owns the controlling in- terest in the California Fruitgrowers Exchange) will star as the heroine. Mary All ken King (the former National Roller Skating Champion and known for her great ability in figure skating� will characterize Mrs. Kiplinger. Partners In crime are Myry Irene Scoyii.l and William Irwin Den- ning— (Mary, who was the violinist on the Henri- etta Malted Milk Show and Bill, widely acclaimed piccolo player In the Philadelphia Symphony Or- chestral. What's this? It looks like a parade coming! Well. If It Isn't Ned Leonard Walters, heavyweight taxing champion who defeated Joe Lewis in a dra- matic struggle last year. At his side we see Max Leroy Wii more and Richard A. Hicks, who are co-partners of the Hieksmore Still Producers of America. Standing near Sophie Dorothy Heinzk. the for- eign ambassador to Hindustan, who just arriY’ed in Charlotte by rocketshlp and will spend a few days with friends, is Mildred Kathleen Bi rchfield, the Swan Diving Champion of the Billy Rose Acquacade and Phyllis Bernik k Zimmeri.ee. noted golf cham- pion and winner of the Bobby Jones Award in driving and putting for the last year. Engaging in deep conversation we observe Betty I� Sqeihb and Constance Elaine Beebe, who seem to have a disagreement over who Is the tatter undertaker when up steps the Chief of Police, James Richard Mathews, to settle the dispute. It seems that Chief Mathews makes an excellent mediator in arguments between members of the opposite sex. Just driving up in front of the studio in their Saxon Super Sixteen are Mary Jane Spac.ncolo and Anna Mae Roystox. Mary Jane, who is the woman reporter for the Salt Lake City Bugle will be responsible for accumulating news for her paper. Her friend and close companion is the Dean of Women at the Patterson College in Waterbary, Conn. Carroll Palmer Bower, whose tendency to wield a gavel, lunded him the position of Chief of Justice of the Supreme Court and Wayne Eli Soft h ward. leader of Casey's Collossal Corncrackers hillbilly band from the hills of Old Kentucky over White Leghorns. Both arc amateur poultry ranchers. What's goln' on in the corner? Marian Irene Sloan and Glen n a Mae Snyder seem at odds with each other over the question of Who is the best dressed. As you know Glenna Mae Is the fashion Mrs. Kiplinger Quizzed Reveals Her Ambition Upon being Interviewed. Mrs. Kiplinger. history. Bible and English teacher, remarked that she has spent a number of years teaching. After finishing high school, she taught for two years in a rural school. Then she went to college and received her degree from the University of Michigan. On being asked how she felt on the first day of teaching she replied. I was rather shaky liecause I was afraid the school commissioner would come in to observe how poorly I might Ik doing. Mrs. Kiplinger also stated that she had ulways wanted to be a teacher tacause she enjoyed hooks, and as a child liked to play school. One thing she has never forgotten from her first Job. was u compliment paid her by the school com- missioner; It was that she had a well modulated voice for a schoolroom, not raspy or loud, and easy to understand. Bui to continue with the story: After being graduated from college. Mrs. Kiplinger then re- turned to Charlotte where she was hired as a teacher in the high school where she has been for some time. When asked what satisfaction she re- ceived from teaching, she stated that the friend- ships she has made particularly with students along the way. in personal contacts and in corre- spondence have given her the enjoyment. To have her own daughter in her classes was a delightful experience, too. Quizzed on her uinhition in life she said. Not to be able to continue with pipe organ lessons has l oen a great disappointment to me; however. music in the home has continued, and practicing is a source of extreme enjoyment.” One of the experiences she has had was related as follows: One evening after supper, there was a knock on the door and upon answering it I found a senior boy. He invited me to go to a church service wltn him; I went. Afterwards, he took me home. We had a real visit. Evidently he had had a longing for the companionship of someone older and had chosen me for that friendship. I felt highly complimented. On the subject of travel, her trip through the Canadian Rockies and the sight of the enormously high. bare, jagged rocks gave her one of her great- est thrills. Too, traveling through the mountains on a Sunday was truly a worshipful experience and never to lie forgotten. Something which has amounted to a hobby for her is to do something for someone, memorize some passage, and see something taautlful e ’ery dny. So ended a very pleasant interview. editor for the Madamoseille Magazine, while Mar- ian is with the Esquire Magazine for women. William Hayward Smiley is now mayor of Oke- mos . He will deliver a speech later. He finds It necessary to keep with him at all times his reliable iHMlyguard, Carl Max King, as his chief enemy. Richard Fellertox. has taen on his trail for sev- eral months. It seems that Mayor Smiley has a daughter!! Here comes Donna Mkkrii.ee Vierk in a terrible hurry. She tells us that the town's most outstand- ing veterinarian. Lrciu.i Marie LaPoint, has per- fected some kind of feed for dairy cows which, when given them, mukes them produce ready-made malted milk, and now Donna claims that her cows are all giving malted milk. Reclining at the farther end of the studio is Donna Madge French, who is the owner of French's Friendly Inn at Woodward and Griswold In Detroit. Irma Jean Green is the chief cook and plans all the menus for Miss French. Joining their group Is that well-known Blues Singer for the N-B.C. network. Caroline Grace Myers. Along with the program this afternoon we have with us Eegene Gordon Roystox who will enter- tain us with some songs he has made popular with his guitar. I .ate arrivals are Winifred Jean Park, who is a deep sea diver off the coast of Florida, and Shirley Mai Tell ah. who is the skipper on Miss Parr's boat. They have been working together since graduation in '44 and have made a fortune in pearls. Well folks, our program is about to begin. Oops— here conies the grand finale: Carroix Allen Phillips and Robert Earl Pa ton. They are the famous twin tapdancers from the Palmer House In Chicago. They will do an aerobatic tap dance tak- en from Shakespearian drama. Mid-Summer Night's Dream . Nearly everyone has arrived so we shall begin the program immediately. 9 The CHARHIAN FEATURE PAGE “Post War Peace” How bright will the world be after the war? Have you ever thought of this? It is now that everyone must, put in a helping hand to make the post-war world as happy as possible.! We dream of the day when peace comes, and normality will guide our way. But normality will not come right after the war. and it is up to us back home to do all that is in our power to give the boys coming back the place they looked forward to. It is wise to invest as much as possible in war bonds, and it is easy to spend money on goods we can get along without. Also we are more easily tempted by black market” deals now- adays when we are in the money. Ten years from now the situation will be different. We shall be thank-; ful then for dividends coming to us from bonds we bought when money was plentiful. Inflation will not be so apt to come, if today, we are not fri-1 volous with our money, but spend it wisely. You students, now in high school, will be the ones affected by this the most, and it is more than worthwhile j to think about, and decide to do all you can to help win the post-war peace. His Future Is What You Make It This is about the future of a little boy—a child whom you all know well. | He lives right down the street, or perhaps in the house next door: or even in your own home. Exactly where doesn't matter. Here’s what’s most important. His world is what you make it. His future is in your hands. Facing this knowledge squarely, can you shirk the duty of buying all the War Bonds and Stamps you can possibly afford? And then buying more of them? They are an assurance that every child you know, for generations to come, will Inherit a free America—in a free world. An assurance that Johnny can live in a better world and have a good education, a free world where freedom of speech, religion and press, make a future of tomorrow for Johnny and his children to live in. By buying more bonds and stamps you may bring one more boy back, to live the life of a free and better j world. Remember his future is what you make it. Song Hits Remember Us By— Do Nothing Till You Hear From Me— Mrs. Kiplinger’s second hour study. San Fernando Valley—Edna Robins. (Oh, I’m takln a trip) Memories—Senior Class Trip. Here Comes The Navy—Boys who have left C H. S. lately. No Letter Today—Mary King. Take It Easy—Senior Wolves . In My Arms—Books. Rooks, and more Books. There Are Such Things—All A cards. | Hot Lips—Marilin Pfiefer. Small Fry—Ed. Dunning. My Ideal—Wayne Steward. Cow Cow Boogie—F.F.A. Boys. The Dreamer—Bob Orr. Why Don’t We Do This More Often— Junior and Senior Prom. Surrey With The Fringe On Top— Jack Hines Chevvic”. It’s Lore, Love. Ix ve—Jo Barnes and Nyle Treloar. Besamo Mucho—Connie Beebe. You Were Never Lovllor—Queen of C. H. S. I’ll Be Around—Ned Walters. Underclassmen of the Service D. Carrigan M. Davids R. Moist In this special place we pay tri- bute to the underclassmen who have left their studies for the Armed Forces until Victory is ours. RICHARD CARRIGAN — Junior, left November 16 for the Army. He arrived first at Fort Sill for his Ar- tillery training where he was sta-j tioned for four months to go over- seas. Then he was given a seven day furlough. After his furlough he was sent to Massachusetts for embarka- tion. He is an acting Corporal on the ship going over. MERLE DAVIDS — Junior, left school January 3 for the Navy. Merle took his boot training in New York and is now in Rhode Island at Tor- pedo School. ROBERT MOIST—Ninth grader, left for the Navy the 18th of Fele ruary. He is now at Jacksonville. Fla. What They’re Like Neil Roberts—light complected . . .! works at show . . . seen u lot with 1 Max King . . . likes chemistry. Edna Robins—works at the show . . . I big smile for everyone . . . likes journalism . . . lives with Patsy and June. Max King--seen often with Nell . . likes chemistry . . . drives chev- vie . . . man about town. Mary J. Spagnuolo— a cheerleader for three years . . . seen with Lucille and Edna . . . works at Bruno's. Russell DeLand witty . . . says Hi’ to everyone ... is glad its his last year . . . member of the friendly A P squad. Marian Sloan—from country . . . dark haired l eauty . . . has slHter In junior class . . . plans to Ik secre- tary. Ned Walters—seen with Adolf . . . sweater boy” of senior class . . . brother in college. Patsy Lewis—works at Behrens A- Rowe . . . always seen with Edna. June and Mary . . . light brown hair . . . and wears glasses Jack Bobier—from the country . . . air corps material . . . one of the “wolf pack . . . drives Model A” . . . sister a junior. Joan Barnes—blonde . . . known to friends as Jo” . . . works at Tele- phone Co. . . . full of fun. Wayne Steward—member of F.F.A. . . . dark liair . . . seen wearing the snazzy school sweater. Anna Mae Royston— Sec. of high school . . . Queen of high school . . . heart interest In senior class. Economical Scot Stand behind your lover, false woman. thundered the Scotchman. “I’m going to shoot you both. Considerate Tho! Richard H.: But I don’t think I deserve a zero.” Mrs. Wlltfern: Neither do I. but it's the lowest mark I’m allowed to give. Simpler Give me a glass of milk and a but- tered muffin. You mean a buffered muttin. No. I mean a muffered buttln. Why not take doughnuts and Watch Their Smoke An old WEAVER told me the fol- lowing story many, many years ago; in fact it was before I came in to being. The SHUMAKER drove SOUTH- WARD to the corner grocery which was owned by a YOUNG man. Ap- proaching COCHRANE, he decid- ed to stop at the WRIGHT drug store to get a CHERRY coke. He went over to the next counter to pur- CHASE some SQUIBB'S dental cream when a POTTER said. Halt. ORR I’ll shot! my BEEBE gun. Just then a little ARCHER with a dirty FACE came In bouncing a HALL, ifnd with a BROWN DERBY perched upon his head. He SWIFTly noticed the man with the gun and STARRed towards him with SPARKS in his eyes. The gun went off and the bullet SAYLEed past and WINGed a LOCKE of hair. SLOAN’S Linament was immediately applied and he was taken away in a PACKARD. A BAK- ER called his H ART-broken PAR- ENTS and they nearly PARISHed when they heard about it. Meantime the car. on its way through the park hit a HACK during a HALE storm: the HORN stuck and their GOODRICH tires squealed. Be sure to listen next week, when WEHR going to PIERCE the clouds of mystery, solve the RIDDLE of the missing DIAMOND and see how tie- CRAVEN villain can BARRETT. We PRAY that you will be WELLs and listening. The Five Books I’d lake With Me Into a Foxhole In deciding on this subject, every individual interviewed chose the Bible as the book he would abso- lutely take with him. The reason for wanting this book above all oth- ers was also universal. To give strength and courage to carry on no matter what, was the thought express- ed by all. But now to reveal the results of each individual decision. Amy (’hep- man. senior student, remarked ns follows: 1. The Bible—for courage and strength to fight on. 2. Ix ve story — to free worried mind. 3. Joke book—to lessen tension and have a laugh or two. 4. Biography—someone much ad- mired for abilities for moral support. 5. Travel—book of United States for memories of home. Miss Wells. English teacher, was more specific as to the books she pre- ferred. 1. Bible—for assurance of gui- dance. 2. Hamlet—to know that others have suffered and faced similar trials. 3. Human Comedy for relaxation and a reminder of the home much lov- ed. 4. Mixed poetry — to know that beauty and fineness are still alive and to be fought for. 5. A Laugh A Day Keeps the Doc- tor Away by Irvin S. Cobb—to re- lieve the tension. With anyone of these sets of books one could never feel alone even in the midst of bombs, death, and destruc- tion. Books can be the light of the world. Something Nice Mr. Murray: The bank has re- turned that check. Mrs. Murray: Isn't that splendid! What can we buy with It this time. Safety First Diner: Walter, this soup is cold. Bring mo some that's hot.” Waiter: What do you want me to do? Burn my thumb? Boy Vision of 1944 Profile like ...................Mildred Phillips Hair .............Mary Jane Spagnuolo Eyes .......................Edna Robins Smile ......................Donna Vierk Figure .....................Joan Barnes Personality ...........Lucille LaPoint Marks .....................Esther Jones Clothes ...............Betty Lou Squibb Sense of Humor .............Mary King Girl Vision of 1944 Profile like ...........Neil Cochrane Hair ....................Max Wilmore Eyes ....................... Bob Orr Smile ........................Richard Hicks Build like ............Wayne Steward Personality .....................Jack BoMer Murks ..................Nell Roberts Cpthes ................ Nyle Treloar Car like ............Carroll Phillips Sense of Humor ..........Ned Walters Jokes Start Over Bob Betty: ”1 haven’t come to any ham in this sandwich yet. Waiter: Try another bite. Bob Betty: (taking huge mouth- ful): Nope, none yet.” Waiter: Dog-gone it! You must have gone right past it. Nell Roberts: My family can trace its ancestory back to William the Conqueror. Max King: I suppose you'll be tell- ing me that your ancestors were in the Ark with Noah! Neil Roberts: Certainly not: my people had a boat of their own. Still Green Boss: You are twenty minutes late again. Don’t you know what time we start work at this store? Max Wehr: No. sir. they’re al- ways at it when I get here.” Music Mary King: Did you ever hear anything so wonderful? tas the rudlo ground out the latest in swing). Father: Can’t say I have, al- though I once heard a collision be- tween a truck load of milk cans and a car filled with ducks.” The Top Mr. Anderson: What Is the out- standing contribution that chemistry has given to the world? Ned Walters: Blondes”. Full Information Jack Bobier: If you’ll give me your telephone number. I'll call you up some time. She: It’s in the book. Jack: Fine! And what’s your Mine?” She: That’s in the book too! Good Example Mr. Grlndall: Can you give me a good example of how heat expands things and cold contracts them? “Dick Fullerton: Well, the days are much longer In the summer. Problem Father: Isn’t it wonderful how little chicks get out of their shells? Wayne Steward: What gets me is how they get in. Called Mr. Bllbie was testing the know- ledge of the government class. Slap- ping a half dollur on the desk, he asked sharply. What is that?” In- stantly Mike Mathews said. Tails! Livin! Do you love me? Yes. handsome.” Can you live on my income? Yes. but what will you live on? 10 SNAPS The CHARHIAN 1—Homework? ? 2—“Pat” and “Tugs . 3—Miss Snoop! ! 4—Curtain Call. 5—Whose? ? ? S— Friendly Guide. 7—Friends. 8—Whoops! ! 9—Love? ? 10—Giggler. —Boogie Wacky Woogie Show. 12—Talent. 13—Ready For Bed? ? 14-—Wading. IS—Bashful? ? ? IS—Your Future. 17—“Nutt Boys . 18—Is It Cold? ? 19—Sock Hop. 20—Old Friends. 21—Just kids. It The CHARHIAN SNAPS 1— Hobos' . 2—The Old School House. 3— Vern . 4— Hobo Hop. 5—Magician? ? 6—Poor Bill. 7—Knock Out! ! _How Sweet. 0— Peek-A-Boo! ! 10—Basketball. 11—Cute. 12—Hold tight. 13—Crowded?? 14—Alone! IS—Coronation. 16—German Band. 17—Sun Bathing! ! I 12 JUNIORS The CHARHIAN Who's Who Claim Betty Hutton....Lois Willard Class Frank Slnatra-.Calvln Csatlos Most aggressive ! oy.....Jack Hess Most aggressive girl..Hetty Sumerlx Best dressed boy..Richard Beechler Best dressed girl....Joun Kerstetter Friendliest.............. Joe Pray Cutest......................Laurel Sturr Most during....................Ted Ross Outstanding athlete...Ray Mohre Grouch..............Dick Trumley Class chatterbox....Sally Sterrett Wolf ........Dick Schneckenberfer Wolfess.............Beverly Baton President’s Message As the class of ’46 slowly closes the curtains of its junior year, it can look back upon 1944 as being one of the most prosperous and successful years of high school so far. This year the Juniors took part In many activities such as the sale ofj magazines in which we sold over a thousand dollars worth of subscrip- tions. which broke all previous rec- ords. The Junior play, the Junior- senior prom and the Junior ussembly were other activities which proved to be highly successful. But much of the credit of our suc- cess should l e given to our advisers. Mrs. Alleen Llpsey. and Miss Kathryn Wesche. who directed the play, sales, and everything else the class under- took. In our senior year we hope, and will try to live up to the fine example set before us by the class of ‘44 and sincerely wish our predecessors lots of luck. ROBKRT HART. 45. President. v v v Class Leaders v v v President...............Robert Hart Vice President...............Richard Cooper Secretary......................Betty Sumerix Treasurer...........Mary Lou Bobier Spring Fever or Somethin! “Kngaged to five girls at once!” ex- claimed Mr. Schneckenbergcr. How do you explain such a situation?’ 1 don’t know.” replied Dick, un- less Cupid shot me with a machine gun. Mr. Gobel: Yes. Joe. what Is it? Joe Pray: I don’t want to scare you. but Papa said if I didn’t get bet- ter grades someone is due for a lick- ing. Highlights The class of '45 with its motto, Work wins , has proved this by its many activities during the year. This class, starting on its way in high school in 41. was led by president, Robert Hart; vice-president. Joe Pray; secretary. Dan Fuller; treas- urer, Vernon Gresso. The advisers were Frances Wildern and Kenneth Brown. The council representative was Jimmie Thornton. The officers chosen for the class last year were: president. Joe Pray; vice-president. Dick Cooper; secretary and treasurer. Clara Mae Morey. The juniors have worked hard this year trying to do their beat, sponsor- ing magazine sales. Junior-senior prom und a junior play. The junior nhiy. Footloose , was presented May 12. The leading cast was composed of Clara Mae Morey. Betty Sumerix. and Harold Cheney. The life of a family in a Chicago suburban home was the feature of the play. Four of the junior boys. Ray Mohre. Joe Pray, Dick Beechler. and Vernon Gresso. played on this year’s basket- ball squad. Others went out for foot- ball. track and inter class sports. Some of the junior girls played soft ball also. An assembly was given which con- sisted of a play entitled. Let Me Come Back , with Joe Pray and Betty Sumerix having the leads. Other nov- elty numbers completed the program. This year the class, under the ad- visership of Mrs. Alleen Llpsey and Miss Kathryn Wesche. chose as their president. RolM� rt Hart; vice-president, Dick Cooper; secretary. Betty Sum- erix; and treasurer. Mary Lou Bobier. Beverly Paton and Sally Sterrett were the council representatives. Two boys, Dick Carrigan. Army, and Murl Davids. Navy, left the class and enlisted in the services. The senior band this year was well represented by the Junior class. Sev- eral students played solos and partici- pated in other various programs. Junior Class Breaks All Previous Magazine Sales Hat’s off to the juniors for the high- est record yet achieved by any class selling magazines. They broke the '44 class record of about $800 by sell- ing $1,110.25 worth of Curtis and Crowell magazines. A contest was held with Jack Hess and Phyllis Wietzke leaders. Jack's team won the contest and he along with Barbara Bradley sold the most. Symbols Class Motto: - Work Wins Class Colors: • Green and White Class Flower: - • Rose Row One H. Ackley, H. Allen. V. Archer. C. Arehart. L. Ateltine. R. Ash. M. Ball. Row Two: B. Barger. L. Baum, O. Beechler. D. Blaine. D. Blodget. M. L. Bobier. B. Bradley. Row Three: M. Buckholz. E. Buckley. M. Caughey. H. Cheney. H. Cherry. B. Conner, D. Cooper. Row Four: R. Coooer. C. Ceattoa. L. Cudney. M. Edick, C. Farrier. B. Foot. J. Foster. Row Five: M. E. Freed. E. French. L. Frey. D. Fuller. K. Gidner. B. Gingrich, V. Gretto. Row Six- B Grier. P. Hack. L. M. Haigh. J. Harag. G. Harmon. R. Hart. G. Hemie Sow seven J Mi... E Hodge.. D. Horn. F. Kane. M. L. Keeler, j. Ker.tetter. J. King. Row Eight: M. LeVan. D. Lewis. B. Lipsey. D. Locke. R. Lynd. C. Marten� . B. McKnight. Row Nine: B. Martin. R. Mohre. C. Morey. M. Nash. J. Ondra. R. Ottney. R. Payne. Row Ten: B. Paton. J. Pray. E. Robin . G. Rodeman. C. Roy� ton. B. Rulison. O. Satterlee. Row Eleven: D. Schneckenberger, E. Shamp. L. Shaull, V. Shaw. E. Sloan. F. Smith, J. Smuts. Row Twelve: L. Southward. E. Southworth, L. Starr. S. Sterrett, B. Sumerix. J. Sutherland. N. Tanner. Row Th rteen: M o. A. M. Thornton. J. Thornton. R. Trumley. O. Walker, W. Webb. P. Wietike. Row Fourteen: P. White. L. Willard. R. Woodman. D. Wright. E. Wright. R. Yate� . Not Pictured: J. Foster. B. Jane. J. Tuckey. 13 The CHARHIAN SOPHOMORES Highlights The sophomore class has had many outstanding people this year who have proved their ability. Four lettermcn on the football squad were Hilding Kruseli. Tom Martin. Harry Ackley, and Dick Peck. In Imsketlmll. two outstanding sophomores were Wayne Holmes and Donald Moore. The out- look for track is encouraging. In the interclass meet the sophomores were ahead until the last event. The boys who will Ik most likely to get letters in track this year are Floyd Wey- mouth. Charles Weaver. Donald Moore. Harry Ackley. Jack Martin. Hilding Kruseli and Glenn Whit inner. Sophomore Class Presents “Taking Teacher’s Place” Taking Teacher's Place” was the title of the short comedy given at a sophomore assembly. April 12. The cast for the play was Keith Frey. Nor- ma Snyder. Don Moore. Marilyn Pll- beam. Doyle Montgomery. Don Hice, Cleone Smith. John Gardner. Wayne Holmes. Milton Horn. Dixie Lee Aid and Phyllis Goodrich. A novelty number was given by Hilding Kruseli. Ronald Drown and Wynn Potter. Truth and consequences was con- ducted by Tom Martin after Phyllis Wietzke and Marion Cheney played a two piano solo. Mr. Grindall: (finishing long alge- bra problem : And so we find x equals zero.” Tom M.: All that work for noth- ing. Who’s Who Class Hetty Hutton-Phyllls Goodrich Class Frank Sinatra......Hilding Kruseli Most aggressive l oy..Wayne Holmes Most agresslve girl....Joyce Denison Hest dressed l� oy...Jack Martin Best dressed girl....Mary Jane Webb Friendliest......Marjorie Freed Cutest............Marilyn PI 1 beam Most daring.....Floyd Weymouth Athlete...........Wayne Holmes Grouch......................Curry Garvin Class chatterbox....Jeanette Martens Wolf.................Jack Martin Wolfe8s.........Alice Lawrence President’s Message We sophomores wish to thank our advisers. Miss Zella Halllfax and Mr. Wendell Anderson, for their loyal sup- port during the year. We Ixdleve we have now reached a higher standard In social and schol- astic activities. We hope that the j last years of our school life will be as enjoyable as the first. We shall strive to achieve the best and be a real credit to ourselves and our com- munity. TOM MARTIN. '46. President. Are They Strict? Frosh: Are they very strict in Mr. Anderson's room?” Soph: Are they? Why. when a student dies during a lecture, they prop him up in the seat until the end of the hour. Is your wife having any success in learning to drive the car? Well, the road is beginning to turn when she does. Symbols Class Motto: • Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today Class Colors: - Blue and Gold Class Flower: - - Orchid __v v v Class Leaders v v v President..............Tom Martin Vico President.........Donald Hice Secretary..........Phyllis Goodrich Treasurer..........Phyllis Goodrich The father was reading the school- report which had just been handed to him by his hopeful son. His brow was wrathful as he read: Knglish. poor; French, weak; mathematics, fair ; and he gave a glance of dis- gust at the quaking lad. Well, dud. said the son. “it is not as good us it might he, but have you seen that? And he pointed to the next line, which read. Health, excellent.” ' Row One: R. Archer. A. Aseltme, M. Backofen, R. Baker. J. Beverly. P. Bmkowski, W. Boyer. Row Two: S. Briggs. R. Brown, H. Bumford, P. Bursley. D. Caster, M. Cheney. F. Clark. Row Three: O. R. Clifford. P. Craven. B. Davis. K. Davit. J. Denison, F. Duguid, O. Face. Row Four: C. Field. M. Freed. J. Frev. K. Frey. J. Gardner, R. Garvey, C. Garvin. Row Five: P. Goodrich. J. Granttrom. S. Haigh. D. Hice. P. Hickt, J. Hine, W. Holmes. Row Six: M. Horn, L. Howe, J. Keeny. H. Krutell, G. Lenders. A. Lawrence, J. Lerch. Row Seven: B. LeVanway. J. Louckt, D. Loveland. L. Lynd. H. Marth, J. Martin, T. Martin. Row Eight: D. McClure. P. McLane, J. McMyler, E. Mohre. B. Montgomery. D. Montgomery, B. Myers. Row Nine: R. Packard. B. Parr. V. Parr. R. Peck. B. L. Pierce. M. Pilbeam. S. Pittenger. Row Ten: W. Potter. E. Pundik. E. Rickerd, M. L. Rochester. T. Ross. E. Royston, M. Royston. Row Eleven: R. Satterlee. N. Shaver, C. Smith, E. Smith. N. Snyder. H. Sumerix. L. Swift. Row Twelve: J. Taylor. D. Thompson, G. Thompson, J. Tirrell. T. Treloar, M, Upright, C. Weaver. Row Thirteen: M. J. Webb. E. Wells. J. Welch, F. Weymouth, G. Whitinger. L. Whitright. B. Wilcox. Row Fourteen: L. Wilmore. M. Wilmore, C. Youngs. Not Pictured: R. Beals. D. Moore. R. Riley. S. Stucky. u The CHARHIAN FRESHMEN Symbols Cla a Motto: ♦ On to Victory Clast Colors - Blue and Gold Class Flower - Hose Highlights In looking back through our two years of Junior and one year of senior high school, we remember many of the things that made our tlrst year of high school a success. Upon entering the seventh grade, class officers were chosen as follows: president. Mary Mead; vice-president. Carl Lindblom; secretary. Mary San- ders; treasurer. Delores Michel. Our student council representatives were Maxine Pratt and Richard Muff man. Jacquelyn Yund was chosen queen and crowned at the journalism carnival. During our second year in junior high we had many more activities than the year liefore. At Christmas time the class gave the play. “When Christmas Came to the Mulvaney's. We also had a pot luck supper after the last basketball game. The class had a school picnic at Pine lake at the end of the year. Wanda Wing was chosen queen our eighth grade and crowned at the journalism carnival. The ninth grade elected class offi- cers. and decided upon dues at the be- ginning of the year. The freshman class is well represented in the band, and basketball team. Lou Anne Pot- ter was chosen cheerleader at the lie- ginning of the basketball season. On April 28. the class gave the play. The Ring and the Look , for an assembly. Sallie Hale, class president, also was chosen to reign as queen of the fresh- men class at the journalism carnival. Freshmen Class Presents Play Ring and the Look The Ring and the Ixiok wits the name of the play presented by the freshmen class April 28. This program was the first appear- ance for most of the cast on the stage. Cast for the play was Tommy. Rich- ard Hutchison: Marian. Mabel Roll- Ins; Mrs. Tuttle. Mary J. Krusell; Billy. David Adams; Doris. Harriet Mavhew; Clair. Joyce Walker; Elea- nor. Sallie Hale; Bertha. Maxine Pratt. Rose Dunning led the flag salute. Wanda Wing and Bob White twirled their batons. Wanda also twirled her lighted baton that twinkled In the dark like a firebug. And Like It 1 never clash with my boss. No? No. he goes his way and 1 go his. President’s Message As the class of ’■17 approaches the end of our first year of high school, we wish to express our gratitude to the class officers and advisers. Mrs. Frances Wildern. and Mr. Allan Mur- ray. for their assistance to us. In the years to come, we hope we shall lie as successful as we have lieon in our freshmen year. We hope to set a fine example for next year's class as the classes ahead have set for us. We shall try to make our sophomore year one that we shall lie proud of. SALLIE HALE. 47. President. Who’s Who Betty Hutton.......Joan Easley Frank Sinatra..Douglas Mulholland Most aggressive boy..Carl Lindblom Most aggressive girl....Jackie Yund Best dressed boy...Richard Derby Beat dressed girl....Lou Anne Potter Friendliest .......Jackie Yund Cutest ...............Sailie Hale Most daring........Maxine Dillin Outstanding uthlete...Bob Mohre Grouch ............Robert Coaler Chatterbox.........Maxine Pratt Wolf .............Gerald Wright Wolfess ...........Reta French Only People With a High School Education Need Apply “Do I have to go on to school, when 1 don’t like It. and besides I could make more money if I quit school and got a job? Well, that may be true now. but what about all these soldiers that are coming back? Then only the best fitted person will be eligble for some jobs. You'll find that a high school education will be a very Im- portant factor In such cases. The employer looks not only for the one most capable of doing the work but nlso for the one who has a nice appearance, personality, and speaking voice. These are all available In high school In around-about-sort-of-way. Nice appearance comes from home ec- onomics class, personality from the way you are taught to act from the kindergarten on through the senior year in school. A nice speaking voice comes from years of practice obtained during school classes of literature, composition, and oral En- glish. You think these Items are not Important? Just try to get a job with- out them. Okay, of course you can now. but Just wait until after the war. It won’t be so easy then. v v v Class Leaders v v v President...............Sallie Hale Vice President.........David Adams Secretary............Jacquelyn Yund Treasurer...............Joan Easley The Duet Neighbor: “Where Is your brother. Eric? Eric: Don's In the house playing a duet. I finished first.” Salesmanship Customer: Are those eggs strict- ly fresh? Grocer (to his clerk): Feel of those eggs. George, and see if they're cool enough to sell yet. Row One: O. Adams. W. Adams. D. Aid. J. Anderson, J. Barrett. F. Bergman, A. Blame. P. Blame. Row Two: E. Bobcik, J. Bretl, B. Bryan, R. Casler, B. Chamberlin. B. Chase. I. Clark. J. Collins. Row Three: J. Cowell. A. Oavis. V. Davis. F. Diamond. M. Dillin. L. Duguid, R. Dunning. J. Easley. Row Four: M. Ells. M. Farrier. D. Filbert. A. Foster. R. French. D. Furu. E. Furu. R. Gilding. Row Five: S. Gordon. S. Hale. B. Hammond. J. Holmes. J. Hoover. R. Huffman, R. Hutchison. D. Johansen. Row Six: N. Kerekes. R. King. M. Krusell. H. Langmaack. M. Levan. M. LeVan. M. Lewis. R. Lewis. Row Seven: C. Lindblom. I. Livingston. I. Luce. M. Luce. H. Mayhew, E. Mayne. M. McDaniels, B. McGrath. Row Eight: J. McLane. M. Mead. V. Mead. R. Mohre. V. Mominee. D. Mulholland. J. Odell, N. Parent. Row Nine: J. Parish. B. Parker. P. Piter. L. Potter, M. Pratt. R. Pruden. N. Raines. V. Redfieid. Row Ten: W. Rioley, M. Robins. M. Rochester. S. Roth, M. Sanders. J. Sattazahn, D. Satterlee. B. Sawyer. Row Eleven: O. Styles. D. Scovill. V. Scutt. V. Scutt. E. Shamp. R. Shaull. C. Shaver. J. Smith. Row Twelve: R. Smith. O. Sparks. J. Steward. G. Stucky. M. Taylor. I. Tharp. R. Uren. J. Walker. Row Thirteen: L. Ward. R. Weaver. J. Wenzel. J. Wheaton. R. White. A. Williams. E. Williams. W. Wing. Row Fourteen: R. Wolcott. G. Wright. J. Yund. E. Zimmerlee. Not Pictured: L. Burt. R. Debler. O. Davids. D. Michel. 15 The CHARHIAN EIGHTH GRADE - Symbols Class Motto: - The quitter never wins and the winner never quits Class Colors: • Blue and Gold Class Flower: - - Hose v v v Class Leaders v v v President.............Milford Mason Vice President ......Russell Santee Secretary...........Bruce Lavengood Who’s Who Betty Hutton..Rosemary Raines Frank Sinatra...Victor Swift Most aggressive boy..Milford Mason Highlights Since the eighth grades of today will be freshmen next year and later the sophisticated seniors that roam the halls, they hope to deserve credit as an up-and-coming class. Treasurer.......Mary Lou Terwilliger Most aggressive girl..Joanne Willard Best dressed boy__.Vernon Royston Best dressed girl...Peggy Skelley Friendliest.................Marie Curry Cutest...........Virginia Royston Most during................Victor Swift Outstanding athlete.........Duane Rosen brook Grouch...........Bruce Lavengood Class chatterbox....Barbara Nisae Wolf.............Sammy Collzzi Wolfess..........Melody Hussey President’s Message When we first entered into the eighth grade, we were amazed at new rooms and subjects we were taking. We were all hoping to pass into the ninth grade so that we might take part in sports and the activities of high school. Quite a few of us ure In the cadet band and few are In the senior band. Other activities, which we may take part in. are Boy Scouts. Girl Scouts, and the Campfire Girls, of all of which some are ineml ers. The eighth grade girls and boys, both have been active in junior high sports. There were eight boys and ten girls on the junior high basket- ball teams. All of the students have co-operated in making the year a suc- cess. We look forward to being freshmen next year and we hope to be a great success in the years to come. We wish to thank our advisers. Mrs. Marie Taylor. Miss Catherine Crozier for a very successful and happy year. MILFORD MASON. '48. President. We Wonder Too Mr. Schroeder: “Have you ever wondered what you would do if you had Rockafeller's income? Mr. Murray: No. but I have often wondered what he would do if he had mine! Just Like a Man Mrs. Bilbie: “Wake up. Ed. there’s a burglar going through your pants pockets.” Mr. Bilbie: (sleepily! “Oh. you two just fight it out between your- selves. At the lwginning of the year, the class had a meeting and elected the following officers: president. Milford Mason: vice president. Russell San- tee; secretary. Bruce I avengood; and treasurer, Mury Ix u Terwilliger. Money was made by sponsoring a dunce in the old gym. The attendance was very good because it followed the Eaton Rapids basket bull game. This dance netted the class about thirty- five dollars, so there was enough mon- ey to pay for Charhlan pictures und have a portion over for next year. The queen that represented the eighth grade this year at the journal- ism carnival was Virginia Royston. A class meeting was held in the old gym for the purpose of a Valentine party. Valentines were exchanged among the boys and girls in the class. There were refreshments of chocolate milk, jello and sandwiches served by the 8 B l’s while the 8 B 2 s provided the recreation. The American legion Award Is vot- ed on annually by the members of the eighth grade. The outsanding hoy and girl In scholarship, leadership, sportsmanship, and good ciitzenship are chosen. This year Joanne Willard and Milford Mason received these medals. The tot :l amount of stamps and bonds for the eighth grade so far amounts to $3.457.90. Junior High Boys Give Musical Minstrel Show The eighth and some of the seventh grade boys presented an interesting minstrel show for the third, fourth, fifth and sixth grades of Hawthorne and Grammar and the high school stu- dents on November 12. Miss Kluine Meyer directed the show und Mrs. l.a‘oru Weymouth play- ed the accompaniment at the piano. Those eighth grade boys who took part were. Milford Mason. Judson Richardson. David Fullerton. Vernon Royston. Gerald Starr. Clifford Shulls. Russell Santee. Charles Wright. Jon Briggs. Duane Rosenbrook. Herbert Packard, Nelson Farlin. Bruce Laven- good. Sam Colizzi and Clinton Friar. Prospective Bridegroom (gaily): Will it take much to feather a nest? Furniture Dealer: Oh. no. only a little down.” Row One: J. Ackley. R. Allen. K. Berry. N. Betty. J. Briggs. J. Bruce. Row Two: R. Buckley. O. Burgess. B. Chase. H. Claflm, 6. Colint. M. Curry. Row Three: C. Face. W. Ferris. N. Farlin, S. French. N. Fox. C. Friar. Row Four: D. Fullerton. J. Gooch. M. Grlest. I. J. Harmon, B. Greenshields. L. Harmon. Row Five: S. Hicks. D. Hill. P. Hill. R. Hull. M. Hussey. P. Kardel. Row Six: K. Keesler. B. Lavengood. O. Livingston, J. Laughan. E. Magoon, M. Mason. Row Seven: D. McClure. R. McManus. M. McNamara, B. Miller. M. Mommy, B. Nisse. Row Eight: R. Norlander, M. Norris. B. Osborne, O. Oversmith, H. Packard, R. Parish. Row Nine: J. Parsons. B. Patterson, E. Platt, E. Platt, R. Raymond. R. Raines. Row Ten: V. Ray, J. Richardson, C. Rolfe, O. Rosenbrook. V. Royston. V. Royston. Row Eleven: R. Santee. P. Shiels. C. Shults. M. L. Simon, P. Skelley. P. Smallwood. Row Twelve: O. Stanke. B. Starkweather, G. Star r, G. Strickland. C. Sutherland, V. Swift. Row Thirteen: M. L. Terwilliger. R. Wilber. V. Wilber. J. Willard. O. Wood. C. Wright. Not Pictured: O. Babcock. 16 The CHARHIAN SEVENTH GRADE Who's Who Class Betty Hutton....Pat Dean Class Frank Sinatra.Ted Martin Most aggressive boy ..Neil Zlmmerlee Most aggressive girl....Leota Pfeifer Heat dressed boy..Hol� ert Brown Beat dressed girl..........Pat Dean Friendliest..........Betty Shumaker Cutest Joyce Caswell Most daring . —..Gaylord Yund Outstanding athlete Charles Mathews Grouch- ...Connie Alfonso Class chatterbox Gaylord Yund Wolf Lee Curry Wolfess Retiecra Hu limit President’s Message We. the class of 1949. have had a fine year. The seventh graders have tried hard to he appreciative of the teachers. We have sponsored a dance. Some of the boys have been in a minstrel show with the eighth grade Imys. We are pleased to thank our advis- ers. Miss Mattie Fisher. Mrs. Leora Weymouth, and Mrs Thelma Taylor for their co-operation with us in our activities. To those who will be tilling our places next year. I'd like to say. Best ot luck. ’ Also, we ho|H for continued success to those seniors whom we'll miss next year, when we are eighth graders and on our way up the ladder to being seniors. GAYIA)RD YUND, ’49. President. Highlights The class of 1949. has enjoyed its first year in high school. We hope that we have set u tine example for the class of 1950. (laylord Yund was elected president of the class: Charles Martens, vice- president; Pat Griest. secretary; Bet- ty Shoemaker. treasurer; George Bruce and Barbara Lindblom. student council representatives. Financially the class has begun its high school career with a big start, one of the most successful activities being a school dance. Some of the seventh grude boys were in a minstrel show with the eighth grade boys. The show was presented at assembly, ut the Ameri- can legion Christmas party, at the Congregational church and at the Lions club. Leota Pfeifer was chosen queen of the class and was crowned at the Jour- nalism carnival in March. Another activity some of the seventh graders took part in was a tumbling act for an assembly and they also worked out a side show for the journalism carnival. A Pan-American assembly was giv- en in which Miss Kathryn Wesche told of her school experiences in Pan- ama. A splendid pob of stamp and bond sales was carried out all during the year. The total amount sold, as the C'harhian goes to press, is $4,602.63 and will probably be Increased before school closes. v v v Class Leaders N v v President....................Gaylord Yund Vice President.......Charles Martens Secretary........................Pat Griest Treasurer............Betty Shumaker Parents Visit Junior High To See Activities Pi. rents of all junior high students assembled at the high school to learn what their children are doing in school. Personal Interviews were held between parents and teachers also ar- ticles were displayed that the stu- dents have made during the year. A group of seventh grade girls in- troduced the parents to the teachers upon their arrival. The girls were Marilyn Shiels. Barbara I� u Jordan. Connie Alfonso. Pat Griest. Beverly Kelly. Pat Dean. Ethel Mae VanGoe- them, Shirley Bruce. Shirley Paton. Betty Shoemaker, md Marilyn Smith. Light refreshments were served In the home economics rooms after the meeting. Symbols Class Motto: - I� o your bent and forget the rest Class Colors: - Red and White Class Flower: • • Rose What Mother Calls Father Teacher (pointing to a deer at the zoo): “Johnny, what is that? Johnny: “I don't know. Teacher: What does your moth- er call your father?” Johnny: “Don't tell me that’s a louse!” Row On i c. Alfonso. D. Allen. O. Barrett. C. Bartholomew. R. Beals. B. Brown. Row Two: O. Bruce. S. Bruce. B. Bumford, N. Caster, J. Caawell. H. Claftin. Row Three: L. Cl.Word. L. Cobb. L. Collin . T. Crawford. P. Dean. H. Diamond. Row Four: E. Oimond. A. Farlin. B. Fox. I. Fetterman. F. Letter. B. French. Row Five: L. French. L. Gerlinaer, M. Gooch. B. Goodnoe. B. Greenshield . P. Griest. Row Six: R. Hammond. M. Hill. D. Hoover. B. Huntoon, D. Johnson. B. Jordan. Row Seven: D. Jordan. C. Kane. G. Kardel. B. Kelley. B. Lindblom, J. Mann. Row Eight: C. Marten . T. Martin. C. Mathews. B. McKeag. M. Moist. R. Morris. Row Nine: J. Myers. G. Newcomer, C. Newland. B. Nicols. D. Nisae. W. Pardee. Row Ten: J. Parish. S. Paton. B. Peterson. L. Pfeifer, D. Pratt. M. Raines. Row Eleven: M. Ripley. E. Roiter. R. Roiter. C. Rulison. J. Schwegler. G. Shaull. Row Twelve: K. Sherman. M. Shiels. B. Shoemaker. M. Smith, L. Stetler. G. Strickland. Row Thirteen: J. Tuckey. S. Van Splintern, N. Ward, B. Webb. J. Wells. R. Wilcox. Row Fourteen! G. Williamson. R. Wino. C. Wripht. H. Wright. C. Vund. N. Zimmerlee. Not Pictured: B Babcock. F. Fell. R. Owen. R. Hurlbut. R. Meyer. The CHARHIAN SPORTS Racqueteers Play Class A Schools First Row—N. Roberts. A. Steward, D. Sleater. N. Walters. Second Row—C. Phillips. W. Potter. D. Fullerton. W. Holmes. Third Row—C- Arehart, J. Hess. Coach Btlbie. ORIOLE FEATHERS DICK HICKS—'“Borky” has won three letters in basketball at the position of forward. He collected one football letter playing left end and two track letters as a pole vaulter. JACK BOBIER- Elmer” has won two football letters for his stellar work at right end. ART STEWARD—Art won two letters with the tennis team in playing singles. MAX WILMORE—Max collected his football letters by playing as a reserve guard. MAX KING—“Courage” collected two letters in tennis playing, both singles and doubles. RUSSELL DELAND—Russ won his letter with the cross-country award. He placed consistently in the local runs and won third place in the State meet held at Ypsilanti. RICHARD SLEATER—“Bud” collected two letters in tennis, playing both singles and doubles. NED WALTERS—Ned has garnered in a total of six letters, two as a regular guard in basketball, one in football, and three in tennis. BOB BETTY—Bob won his letter in football as a reserve center, and he also played a reserve guard on the basketball squad. NEIL ROBERTS—Neil won two letters in tennis by playing singles and doubles. JAMES MATHEWS—“Mike” gathered in four football letters, four basketball letters, and three track letters before he enlisted in the Navy in March. He was on numerous all- conference teams and twice placed on the All-State team. EUGENE ROYSTON—Eugene collected two letters in track as a quarter-miler and one letter in cross-country. WAYNE STEWARD—Wayne won two letters with the basket- ball team. Shortly after moving here from Woodland, he was moved up to the first team as a reserve guard. This year he was the Oriole’s starting center. RICHARD FULLERTON—Dick won a letter with the cross- country team and one with the tennis team. MEET THE ORIOLE COACHING STAFF Malcolm Gobel Coach Gobel attended Alma College and received a B. S. degree. While in college he played three years of football, serving in the capacity of tackle. He then served five years at Beld- ing high school coaching football, basketball, and track. In 1935 he moved to Charlotte and supervised all the sports here. Coach has ‘ produced many winning teams for Charlotte, especially In track. Char- lotte's only state championship win- ner was the cross-country team of 1940 Mr. Gobel initiated the Idea of hav- ing a junior high basketball team for the purpose of making potential ma- terial for the varsity squad. Emerson Grindall After receiving his training at Oli- vet College. Mr. Grindall was the foot- ball. basketball, and baseball coach at Parma. When Mr. Grindall came to Char- lotte in the fall of 1942. he was given the duties of assistant football coach, and instructor of the junior high team. This year he started coaching the second team In basketball, while Mr. Schroeder assumed the respon- sibilities of the junior high team. Richard Bilbie Mr. Hllbie attended the University of Michigan where he received his B. A. degree. He taught one year In Potterville before coming to Charlotte in 1939. He has been the recreational director for Charlotte for the past two years. This is his second year of coaching j the tennis team. Mr. Bilbie stated: Tennis is an up and coming sport that everyone at any age can play and enjoy. It Is health- ful exercise and a good conditioner. This year’s team was the best in re- cent years. Next year’s squad will be very promising because of the returning lettermen. Physical Fitness Has Completed One Year The physical fitness program has been carried on for one complete school year now. It was first intro- duced in the fall of 1942. hut this allowed only two classes a week. At the beginning of the new semester in 1943. every junior or senior hoy was required to take this one hour daily conditioning unless he was phy- sically unable to do so. Army authorities emphasized that the youth of today is abnormally weak in his arm and shoulder de- velopment. Coach Gobel succeeded In arranging an obstacle course on the playground for fall and spring. This course Includes a rope and lad- der. supping boxes, an eight foot wall, and two wooden tunnels. For gymnasium work. In addition to the exercises, there are bars for head stands, horses, mats, climbing ropes, and lings. The exercises include push-ups. pull ups. squat jumps, head stands, twist- ing and bending the trunk, and scores of others that are body conditioners. Competitive games in which phy- sical contact is emphasized, provide for enjoyment as well as for toughen- ing up purposes. One of the best liked of these games is physical fit- ness basketball” in which anything is legal. Occasionally Coach gives comman- do training to the fellows. This is a h-ap frog. horse and rider, and many gruelling never-ceasing Job of playing others. Every six weeks, tests are given to show the achievement and improve- ment of each hoy. These tests are taken in groups of three; one as the performer, one as a counter, and the other as a Judge. Points may be taken off the total score If any one of these performances Is Incomplete. The test Includes push ups. pull ups. squat Jumps, squat thrusts, and sit- ting up exercise. One does as many for one minute. Some of the most consistent scor- ers have been Treloar. with an nil high record of 272 points. Gresso. Phillips. Orr Hill Dunning. VVehr. and Pray. Mike” Mathews holds the record In push ups. having done 71 In one minute. Orioles Lose Jug’ to Eaton Rapids Eleven Team Wins Four of Seven Games in Exciting Season In celebrating Its fiftieth anniver- sary in football competition. Char- lotte downed Lakevtew by n score of 20 to 7 on the home field Friday. Sep- tember 17. A Luke view fumble on the kick-off gave the Orioles their first scoring op- portunity. Climaxing a steady down- field march. Kay Mohre scored front the five yard line. The try for the extra point was no good. The Spartans’ only score material- ized in the first quarter, directly fol- lowing Charlotte’s first score. Hos- kins. speedy Spartan hack, sprinted 75 yards to score. The Orioles again took over and fullback Carrtgan topped off long marches down the field by plunging over from the four and three yard lines. The Orioles kept their lead of 20 to 7 until the final gun sounded. On Friday. October 1. the local hoys took on n strong Mason eleven with the final result of Charlotte 20; Mason 6. The Orioles were consis- tent in their scoring and worked us one unit. Entertaining a strong rival. Grand Ledge, didn't prove to he too hard for the Orioles, as they subdued the fight- ing Comet eleven. 20 to 12. Hard luck combined with an ag- gressive Hastings eleven spelled de- feat to Charlotte on October 15 at the Saxon field. Early in the first quarter. Thomas of Hastings smashed through tackle and ran 28 yards to score. Lou My- ers sprinted 70 yards to make an- other tally for Hastings in the second quarter. Meyers again passed to Coleman In the end zone for a third Saxon score. Ayres succeeded In making all of the conversions from placement, making the final score 21 to 0. Charlotte took to the air for the only touchdown of the game, to win a see-saw battle from Howell. Both t ams were deep in their opponent’s territory hut the defenses stiffened and held. In the game Carroll Phil- lips started at right guard. His stel- lar defensive play made him one of the outstanding cogs in the Oriole forward wheel. A week later. October 29. the Or- ioles entertained a strong Everett squad. Charlotte came out on the long end of the score 34 to 0. The Orioles couldn't stop the fighting Viking squad led by Boh Lardte. On Thursday. November 11. the Or- ioles played their traditional rivals, the Eaton Rapids Islanders. The local squad, stung by their last defeat, struck early in the first quarter. Jim Mathews sped around end and dashed 36 yards for Char- lotte’s only tally. The attempted con- version was good, making the score 7 to 0. In the second quarter the Cardinals struck hack. Topping off a 60 yard downfield march. Ray of Raton Rap- ids crashed over from the seven yard line. Carr's plunge for the extra point was good, making the score 7 to M 7. The two teams fought equally hard In the last liulf. both lucking the scoring punch, until finally Eaton Rapids come through with a winning score of 13 to 7. hoy as he can in each one of these events 18 The CHARHIAN SPORTS Oriole I hinclads Beat Trojans in First Meet Charlotte Swamp East Lansing 73 to 21 j In First Dual Track season started unofficially this year with the interclass meet held April 13. to discover track ma- terial. I ast year’s returning lettcrmen were: Floyd Weymouth. Harold Che- ney. Eugene Koyston. Dick Hicks, and Charles Weaver. Weymouth’s talents lie in both the low and high hurdles: Cheney runs the dashes: Koyston. the quarter mile: Hicks, the pole vault, high Jump, nnd quarter mile; and Weaver runs dashes. Results of the interclass meet fol- low: 120 yard high hurdles. Wey- mouth. sophomore, first; Kohler, senior, second: Kray. Junior, third. Time: 18.4 seconds. 100 yard dash: Cheney. junior, first; Koyston, senior, second; Wea- ver. sophomore, third; Boh Mohre, freshman, fourth. Time: 10.5 sec- onds. One mile run: Boh Mohre and Zitnmerlee, freshmen, tied for first place; Fullerton. senior. third; Tharp. Junior, fourth. Time: 5 min- utes. 20 seconds. 440 yard dash: Royston. senior, first: Hicks, senior, second; Kay Mohre. Junior, third; Wolcott, sopho- more. fourth. Time: 60 seconds. 200 yard low hurdles: Pray. Jun- ior. first; Weymouth, sophomore, sec- ond; Whltlnger. sophomore, third; Bolder, senior, fourth. Time: 29 sec- onds. 220 yard dash: Cheney. Junior, first: Weaver, sophomore, second: Pray. Junior, third; Royston. senior, fourth. Time: 25.6 seconds. 880 yard run: Bob Mohre. fresh- man. first; J. Martin, sophomore, sec- ond; Krusell. sophomore, third: Zim- merlee. freshman, fourth. Time: 2 minutes. 27 seconds. The order of the relay was as fol- lows: first place, seniors: second, juniors; third, freshmen; fourth, sophomores. Pole vault: Hicks, senior, first; Bob Mohre. freshman, second: Kay Mohre. junior. third; Whltlnger. sophomore, fourth. Shot put: Don Moore, sophomore, first; Allen. Junior, second. Ackley, junior, third; Whltlnger. sophomore, fourth. High Jump: Kay Mohre. Junior, first: Bob Mohre. freshman, second; Hicks, senior, third; Whitinger soph- omore. fourth. Broad jump: Hicks, senior, first; Pray, junior, second: Cheney, junior, third; Bobier. senior, fourth. The final results were: Juniors .................. 41 points Seniors ................. 34% points Sophomores .............. 31% points Freshmen ................. 24 points April 21. the Orioles met the Fast Lansing thlndads. and defeated them by the wide margin of 73 to 21%. The track schedule was as follows: Hastings. April 27. Regional truck meet. May 13. State track meet. May 20. Track conference meet. May 24. “Bert Jane won a letter as the basketball manager. Too often is the credit given only to the players for the siicc ss of the season. Hard work and little credit is usually given to the manager. Milford Mason, an eighth grader, received a letter for being the foot- ball manager. The Oriole “B” team partially aton- ed for a 13 to 7 defeat Armistice Day by beating the Cardinal’s reserves 13 to 0. The Junior High basketball team under the direction of Mr. Schroeder. won four games this year. Trackmen Win First Three Meets First Row—E. Zimmer’ee. B. Mohre, D. Fullerton. H. Cheney. J. Pray. J. Martin Second Row— R. Mohie, C. Weaver. F. Weymouth. G. Whitinger. J. Bobier E. Royston. H. Ackley. Third Row—O. Adams. D. Hice. J. Steward. B .Wolcott. G. Thompson. L. Ouguid O. Loveland. D. Peck. Fourth Row—Coach Gobel, H. Krusell. H. Allen. H. Marsh, G. Landers, J. Beverly, D. Moore, O. Hicks. Charlotte Shares Capital Circuit Honors ♦----------------- Orioles Lose Only One Contest in Schedule; Comets Share Title December 3. the Charlotte Orioles Journeyed to Lakeview for the open- ing game of the basketball season. The new Lakeview gymnasium was dedicated earlier in the evening. Charlotte’s lack of height was em- phasized when no player on the team was six feet tall, although Walters and Steward closely approached that mark. The game was close all the way. hut when the final whistle blew. Charlotte led 24 to 22. Jim Mathews' pair of charity tosses was the Oriole lead. Hicks and Mathews garnered In twenty of Charlotte’s points. The Lakeview baskets were evenly distri- buted among their players. On December 10. the local hoys played their first home game with a formidable Everett five. Never was Charlotte's lack of height more plain lhan in this game. Cornett. Bullion and Uhl all stretched over six feet. But Coach Gobel's boys showed a righting spirit, and played a eagy enough game to win . 35 to 28. In this rough game only one substitute saw action. The following Tuesday night. Grand Ledge played host to the Orange Black squad. A very close game re- sulted. hut the Orioles emerged the victors by the qcore of 30 to 27. Steward and Mathews divided the scoring honors with eleven points each. Orioles Romp Over Howell On Friday night. December 17. the Oriole quintet entertained the High- landers and easily won by the score of 56 to 31. The Charlotte boys hit a dizzy scoring pace that reached its climax in the second quarter when they scored nineteen points. Whitak- er. rangy Howell center, led the scoring honors with sixteen points closely followed by Hicks, who made fifteen. In the first game of 1944. the home quintet played the Mason five here. January 7. The local hoys, still hot from the previous Howell victory, ran the score up to 64-37. Everyone on the Charlotte bench saw action, j Dick Hicks, left forward, scored twen- ty-two points. Eaton Rapids fell into the defeat list on the Coach Gohel's score hook the following Friday. His team led 58 to 18 when the final whistle blew. Tuesday. January 18. the Orioles were defeated for the first time by a rejuvenated Spartan quintet. 30 to 23. Home Court Proves Jinx A “home court jinx” seemed to pre- vail over the Orioles after this game. The lack of consistent team play and the lack of capitalizing on the op- ponent’s blunders spelled defeat to them for the first time In the basket- ball season. January 21. the Charlotte five play- ed host to a determined Comet squad and lost the decision 29 to 30. The Orioles lost Jimmy. “Mike . Mathews with the Grand Ledge game. “Mike topped off three full years of service, not only in basket- hull. but In football and track as well, by playing in championship form, both on offense and on defense. Charlotte played at Everett. Jan- uary 28. and threw off a two game losing streak by downing the Vikings 41 to 33. The game see-sawed back and forth until the fourth quarter, when the Orioles drove forward in championship form by making eleven points and holding Everett three. This game marked the appearance of two new C. H. S. cagers. Bob .Mohre. 120 pound freshman, who play- ed a brilliant offensive passing and defensive game at forward and Don Moore, a sophomore, who played a fast game und made a good Impress- ion as a defensive guard. Unbeaten Hastings Upset Charlotte eked out a close victory over the previously unbeaten Hast- ings Saxons at Hastings. February 1. The Orioles led at the half by the score of 14 to 11. with Ray and Bob Mohre and Wayne Steward doing the scoring honors. During the third «uarter Charlotte rang the bell for fifteen points and led 29 to 19. Hast- ings came back with fighting deter- mination and came within one point of the Orioles’ score before the whistle blew, leaving the final score 29 to 28. On February 11. the local squad met the Eaton Rapids quintet and walked away with an easy 33 to 19 victory. Tlie following Friday the Orioles squeezed out a 37 to 36 victory over ORIOLE PERSONALITIES When your roving reporter finally caught this well-known senior lad. he was quite tired from the exertions of looking in classes and chasing about the halls. “Curly laughingly consented ta answer all questions. When asked about his favorite sport he replied: “Basketball rates highest with me. [ closely followed by tennis. His favorite entertainment seems to be the “White Rabbit . When asked about women he mentioned that he appreciated beauty. Girls beware! His ambition Is to be a mechanical engineer. He is usually seen with “Adolph”, “Trenchy”, and “Bud . If you haven’t guessed it yet. you will not be sur- prised to learn that it is Ned Wal- ters. Oriole Fledging This popular freshman has won letters in basketball, football, and track. He is rather short and does lack weight, hut his speed and de- ception atone for his size. When asked about his favorite past- time he mentioned Marshall. Olivet, and Bellevue. You all know him. gang; it’s Bob Mohre. Howell at the loser's court. Each team assumed the lead several times during the game, hut each time the other managed to make the necessary points to tie. Finally Ned Walters, big right guard, put in a jump push shot that put the Orioles ahead by one point and won the game. February 25. the Charlotte quin- tet entertained the Saxon squad for a return game. Hastings, stung by the 29 to 28 defeat on their home court, played an exciting game. A see-saw battle raged for the first three quart- ers. The Hastings squad made a small lead that was overcome just before the final whistle blew. The score was 25 to 25. but Hastings managed to make one more basket than the Orioles so the score book registered a 30 to 29 defeat. Charlotte Journeyed to Mason on February 22 to beat the Maroons again, hut this time with a closer score. Hicks led the individual scoring with sixteen points, hut Wal- ters’ timely shooting near the end of the game from his new post at center helped immeasurably in winning the game. District Tournament Held Here The State Athletic Association se- lected the Charlotte gymnasium for the district tournament. March 3. Olivet played Bellevue, and Nash- ville played St. Phillips of Battle Creek, all class C schools; Ktton Rap- Ids played Lakeview and Charlotte played Hastings in Class B. Hastings topped the Orioles by five points, the final results were: Hastings—34; Charlotte—29. This game was typical of the usual Char lotte-Hastlngs games, with the lead changing to and fro many times. Lakeview more than doubled the score on the helpless Cardinals. The Spartans freely used their substitutes. In a thrilling overtime, the Lake- view five battled a stubborn Hast- ings team to a score of 37 to 36. thus giving the Spartans the district championship in the class B bracket. St. Phillips of Battle Creek also swamped the Olivet team, thus win- ning the district championship in the class C division. The Cross-country team ran against Lansing Eastern twice this year. Al- though beaten each time. Charlotte managed to win a place. In the State meet held at Ypsilantl, Russell De- Laml placed third. The CHARHIAN CALENDAR INDEX ORGANIZATION INDEX Alumni News Issue 1 Page Issue 1 Page Issue 2 Page Issue 3 Page 4 Issue 6 7 9. . 10 .Puge Issue 13 Band Issue I Issue o j Issue 5 Issue 12 Issue 13 Issue 14 -Page Basketball 3 ..Page ..Page Issue 5 Issue 6 Page Issue 6 Page Issue 6 ..Pi.ge • ..Page Issue 8 Issue 9 Page Issue 10 Charhian and Journalism Issue 2 Page Issue 6 Issue 6 Issue 7 Page Issue 8 ..Page Issue S 9 ..Page ..Page Issue 11 Issue 13 Dances Issue 1 Issue •� 4 ..Page g ..Page Issue 13 Page F. F. A. Issue Issue 3 ..Page Issue 4 ...Page Issue Q Issue 9 Page Issue 11 Issue 13 Football I «sue 1 Issue Issue 3 Issue 3 Issue Issue 13 Girl Reserves Issue 2 Issue 4 Issue Issue 8 Issue 9. Page Issue 10 Issue 12 Glee Club 2 Issue 5 Issue 6 Page issue 7 g Issue 12 SCHOOL CALENDAR ☆ ☆ ☆ September 7—Student Registration. (Here we are together) September 17—Football; Lakeview. (Won 20-7) September 30—Orange Black. October 1—Football; Mason. (Won 21-6) October 1—Dance. (Big success) October 8—Football; Hastings. (Too bad! We lost! October 20—F.F.A. Game Feed. (Plenty to eat) October 21—Orange and Black. October 21—Report Cards. (Had to study harder) October 22—Football; Howell, there. (Won 6-0) October 26—Seniors start Christmas card sales. October 27—Rationing. (No school) October 29—Teachers' Institute. (Another vacation) October 29—Football; Everett, here, (lost 34-0) October 30—Halloween. (Some fun) November 11—Orange and Black. (Anything new?) November 11—Honor Plaque Dedication. November 11—Football; Eaton Rapids, there. (Lost the Jug” 13-7) November 12—Boys' Minstrel show. (Oh. those black boys!) November 16—Football-Band Banquet. (Gov. Kelly spoke� November 17—Girl Reserves met. (Lucy LaPoint, president) November 23- -F.F.A.-Graln Judging Contest. November 24—Marking period ends. (Oh! for an A) November 24—Orange and Black. November 26-27—Thanksgiving vacation. (Another rest) November 30—Bond Contest closes. (C.H.S. tops) December 3—Basketball; Lakeview, there. (Won. 26-24) December 10—Grade Christinas Program. (Yes. we saw Santa!) December 10—Hi-Y Conference. (They really enjoyed it) December 10—Glee Club sings in assembly. (Wore new uniforms) December 10—Basketball; Everett, here. (Won 35-28) December 10—Office girls' party. (Mrs. Mead treated) December 14—Basketball; Grand Ledge. (Won 30-27) December 16—Orange and Black. December 17—Basketball; Howell, here. (Won 56-31) December 23—Home Talent assembly. (Ye old barber shop quurtet!) December 23—Christmas Vacation begins. (Hot dog!!) January 3—School Begins. (That old grind again) i January 7—Rural Students' Meeting. (Wayne Stt-ward. president) January 7—Basketball. Mason, here. (Won 64-37) January 11—Senior Class Meeting. January 13—Orange and Black. January 13—Senior Ice-skating party. (Oh. won't you sit down!) January 14—Basketball; Eaton Rapids, there. (Won 52-18) January 18—Basketball; I akevlew. here. (Lost 23-30) January 20-21—Semester Exams. January 21—Basketball; Grand Ledge, here. (Lost 29-30) January 27—Report cards. January 27—Orange and Black. (A spicy morsel) January 28—Basketball; Everett, there. (Won 41-33) January 31—HI-Y Sock Hop. (Only sox allowed) February 1—County Teachers' Institute. (No school) February 4—Basketball; Hastings, there. (Won 29-28—ITh!) February 9—Charhian sales start. (What an assembly!) February 10—Orange and Black. (What's up. doc?) February 11—Basketball; Eaton Rapids, here. (Won. 33-10) February 12—Girl Reserve Conference No. 1. February 16—Hi-Y Girl Reserve hayride. February 17—Charhian sales end. (We all bought??) February 18—Assembly, magician. February 18—Basketball. Howell, there. (Won 37-36� February 22—Basketball. Mason, there. (Won 29-25) February 25-26—Girl Reserve Conference No. 2. February 25—Basketball. Hastings, here. (Lost 29-30) March 2—Orange and Black. March 3-4—Basketball tournament. March 6—Parents' night. (Three cheers for Miss Rickard) March 9—Orange and Black. March 9—Report cards. March 15—F.F.A. County contest. March 17—Journalism Carnival. (Royston crowned queen) March 20—Track season opens. (Very good) March 22—Edna Means assembly. March 23—Donkey basketball. (We got a kick out it!) March 30—Orange und Black. March 31—April Fool’s assembly. (And were we fooled!!) April 4—Senior meeting. (Niagara Falls, here we come!!) April 6—Girl Reserve Hobo Hop. (Barrels of bums) April 7-10—Easter vacation. (Whoopee!!!) April 13—Orange and Black. April 13—Movie. (The Battle of Russia) April 14—Olivet Band Festival. April 15—Mr. Hynes Resigns as Principal. April 20—Report cards. April 27—Orange and Black. May 11—Orange and Black. (Last but not least) May 12—Junior Play. (Oh. what a success) May 12—Election of mayor and secretary. May 14-15-16—Senior Trip. May 18—Band Bounce. May 19—Honor Banquet. May 24—Conference Track meet. May 26—Junior Senior prom. May 28—Baccalaureate. June 1—Commencement. (Senior emancipation) ORGANIZATION INDEX Hi-Y Issue 3 Issue 4. Issue 5 Issue 7.. Issue 8.. Issue IS Issue 14 Issue 3.. Issue 5.. Issue 8.. Issue 11 Issue 13 Issue 12 Issue 13.. Issue 14.. Issue 3. Issue 4 Issue 5 Issue 5.. Issue 6 Issue 7., Issue 8.. Issue 8. Issue 9. Issue 11. Issue 5. Issue 8. Issue 10. Issue 11. Issue 14. Issue 2. Issue 3. Issue 4. Issue 5. Issue 7. Issue 7. Issue 9. Issue 12. Issue 14 Page 1 Page 3 Page 1 Page | Page 1 Page 3 Page 3 Honor Roll Page Page Page Juniors Junior High Library News Seniors Student Council Issue 1. Issue ■ Issue 3. Issue 4. Issue 5. Issue 6. Issue 10. Issue 13. Issue 14 Issue 14 Issue 2. Issue 1. Issue 1. Issue 2. Issue 3 Issue 4. Issue 4 Issue 5 Issue 5. Issue 6 Issue 7 Issue 8. Issue 8. Issue 9 Issue 10. Issue 12 Issue 14 Student Directory War Activities .Page Page Page 1 Page 1 ....Page 4 ....Page 1 ....Page 4 Page 4 Page 1 Page 4 Page 1 Page 4 ......Page 1 ......Ptge 4 ......Page 3 ......Page 4 Page 4 ...Page 1 ...Page 4 ...Page 4 ..Page 1 ...Page 4 .Page 4 .Page 1 Page .Page 2 ....Page 4 ....Page 1 20 r ■fr r MORE OAME8 LIKE THE FIRST VOLUME 18 ORANGE BLACK “THE CHARHIAN” MICHIGAN. CHARLOTTE. SEPTEMBER 30. 1943 EVERYBODY OANCE ISSUE 1 ORIOLES BEAT LAKEVIEW FIRST GAME OF SEASON 1st row. left to right: H. Krusell. H. Allen. H. Cheney. J. Pray, J. Keeny. B. Mohre. R. Schneckenberger. D. Fuller. B. Betty, D. Beechler. H. Ackley, J. Martin. 2nd row: T. Martin, M. Mathews. D. Carrigan. V. Gresso. R. Mohre. D. Hicks. J. Bobier. N. Walters. F. Weymouth, C. Youngs. 3rd row: Ass’t Coach Grindall, D. Adams. W. Potter. K. Frey, B. Bryan. C. Lindblom, R. Derby, P. Bursley, B. Jane. M. Davids, M. Wilmore. F. Smith, C. Phillips. Coach Gobel. 4th row: R. Moist, L. Burt, D. Peck. G. Stucky. D. Mulholland. R. Packard. G. Wright. D. Lewis. G. Riddle. E. Zimmerlee. H. Marsh, V. Mead. New Recreation Program Provided For Community Committee Reports Plans Off to Good Start A new recreation program, sponsor- ed by the P.T.A.. I� getting well under- way. A meeting was held September 21. with the P.T.A. staff, two students from each grade, and some of the parents preseut. The following off i- i cers were elected: Mrs. Harold J. Smith, chairman; Donna Vierk. sec- retary; and Mr. Frank Marsh, treas- urer. A special committee was appointed • to represent each grade at the dance which they sponsored Friday night. The members were Neil Cochrane, senior class: Sally Sterrett. junior class: Marlon Cheney, sophomore class; Jacquelyn Yund. freshman class; Peter Kardel. eighth grade; and Barbara McKay, seventh grade. The purpose of this plan Is to pro- vide some form of recreation for all the youth of Charlotte. A group of young married people from the community Is helping to spon- sor the dances. Band Elects Executives A meeting was held in the band room the fifth hour on Tuesday. Sep- tember 21. Joe Pray was elected student director. The secretary, Connie Beebe, appointed Mary Lou Keeler as her assistant. An executive board was elected. Kvory section has a representative. The following were elected: cornets. Robert Hart; drums. Dick Peck; altos. Betty Sumerix; clarinets, Anna Mae Royston; and saxophone. Donna Rose Clifford. 1 Former Mayor of C. H.S. Is In Champaign, Illinois Kenneth Wooddell Writes to Mr. McCall Kenneth Wooddell. mayor of Char-1 lotte high school in 1942. from Cham- paign. Illinois, wrote two interesting letters to Mr. McCall, superintendent' of public schools. His first letter: stated that he had passed the Army Air Corps examination. After graduation from hign school he auditioned for a job at Champaign radio station, and has been employed there since then. He gives several news casts each day and also an- nounces four musical programs. He stated in his second letter that he intended to be sworn into the Army Air Corps. September 17. He has been attending the Civil Air Patrol meetings and was studying meteorology. What’s In The Book Oct. 1—Mason, here, 8:00. (Come on. gang) Oct. 1—Dance (everyone make it a successi Oct. 4—Underclassmen pictures I taken (Smile, please) Oct. 5—Movie (Time out) Oct. 8—Grand Ledge, here. 8:00 (Let’s all turn out) Oct. 8—Dance (Bring your girls) Oct. 15—Hastings, there. 8:00 (Anyone have extra gas and four tires?) Oct. 15—Dance (Hey! keep off my eighteen stamp) Oct. 21—Report Cards (Good or bad. that is the question) Oct. 21—Orange A Black (What’s j cooking?) ★★ Superintendent Pays Visit « Gaylord Smith Speaks In Bible Study Class First Outside Speaker of the Year Mr. Gaylord Smith, minister of the Charlotte Gospel church, was the first guest speaker in Mrs. Kiphnger’s Bible study class. He has been a resi- dent of Charlotte for two years and during this time has contributed much in the building up of his church. Mr. Smith s talk centered mainly around the history and background of the Bible. He brought out several Interesting facts concerning the pecul- iarities and oddities of the Bible. A few points of interest mentioned by him were: that there was a lapse of five hundred years between the Old and New Testaments during which time nothing at all was written, that the Bible is sixty-six individual lawks with nearly forty different authors. Mr. Smith also related to the class u fascinating story concerning an American missionary in a Russian con centration camp. It seems that the missionary distributed several hun- dted Bibles to the prisoners in the camp which were immediately torn up by thejn into numerous pieces. Naturally his first thought was what a waste of precious money and time this venture had been. But upon clos- et observation he found that the Russ- ians had torn the Bibles up into sec- tions und given each a small bit of the wondrous book to keep for his own. H. R. McCall To Fort Custer ► Gains Valuable Information Aiding Future Inductees for Army Life Supt. Harlan McCall was one of one hundred five “recruits who began a new life at Fort Custer. Wednesday night. September 22. These “recruits were superintendents from many Michigan high schools and were after information that will be an advantage to all high schools in fitting eighteen and nineteen year old boys for mili- tary training when inducted into the armed forces. Like all new inductees, their first night at the Fort was taken up by listening to orientation talks and movies. Then they Journeyed to the barracks for the night. Lieutenant Colonel Campbell, post commander of Fort Custer, and other officials planned a full day of inter- esting material. Thursday morning there were more speeches, information and observation as to the fitting of clothing for the men. tests, arranging for insurance and other details. A thorough study of a boy’s private life helps determine the division of service for each. The superintendents observed some of these interviews. Chow was ready for the recruits' in the mess hall at dinner time. Observation of the infiltration course, the using of firearms and ex- plosives to train the boys for the dangers of war; the jujitsu training. (Continued on page four) ORANGE BLACK Page 2 (Member 1st. 192?) ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-Weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Circulation 600 Subscription Rates $.75 STAFF Any Bonds Today? There are twenty classes third hour when bonds and stamps are sold. On September 23. only ten teachers reported uny stamps or bond sales. The boys on the front know what it's like to tight. Many of them will never come back; they gave their lives. Still we do not buy bonds so that their buddies will not face the same thing. They can't do it alone. Buy a stamp today and do it today. SSest cUJishos Publisher .......................Marilin Pfeifer Managing Editor ....................Father Jones Editor-In-Chief . ...............Betty L. Squibb Sports Editor ..............................Neil Cochrane Alumni Editor .........................Katherine Conley Exchange Editor ..............Anna Mae Royston Business Manager ...................Connie Beebe Circulation Manager .............June Shumaker Treasurer ........-...................Jean Parr Advertising Manager .................Donna Vierk Ass’t Advertising Manager.....Mary J. Spagnuolo Faculty Adviser ..................Winifred Wells Reporters—Kathleen Burchfield. Amy Chapman. Jacqueline Crittenden. Harry Curran. Dorothy Furu. Donna Hall. Marylin Maurer. Bob Orr. Edna Robins. Dick Sleater. Glenna Snyder, Bernice Zlmmerlee. Years Make a Difference As the old saying goes, years do make a differ- ence. don't they? For Instance who would have guessed two years ago today. September 30. 1941. that our brothers, fathers, uncles and sweethearts would be overseas today in such out of the way places as New Guinea. New Caledonia. Sicily, North Africa. Guadalcanal, or Alaska, thousands of miles away from home? But to go back to that day again who would ever have thought of being in this horrible war today, waiting day after day to get letters from our loved ones; waiting, day after day for the headlines to read. Enemy has been defeated. Victory is ours ? Of course, another side of it would be the soldiers, sailors, marines, aviation cadets. They never could begin to Imagine what was going to happen to them. They were living a peaceful life by going to school, being on the football, basketball or baseball squads, or working after school in the down town places of business; then spending a peaceful evening studying or going out against regulations of training and having dates with their various girl friends. But. today, those boys are ten years older wKh their experience . Today a great many of them are married and others are waiting until the war is over to be married. Yet. they have their minds set on a certain girl, who then, they didn't think of any more than Just the girl next door. Some of those boys will never return, because they will have given their lives for something they love along with home, parents, and the girl next door. —their country. Yes. change and more changes have been made and still more are to come. What do you think the next two years will bring? Thankful! Thankful! Yes. we should be. On September 23rd. Miss Phoebe Young, a Chinese student at Albion college, visited our high school and gave a very interesting talk to the student body. She told of her people’s ways of living, education, and entertainment. She also told of the air-raids. After her talk one could see in many ways how thankful he should be for living in America. Miss Young is a typical modern Chinese woman. She is very attractive as well as entertaining. We thank her for a very Interesting talk. Try Your Talents! We have back this year to keep up the school spirit, five of last year’s cheer leaders. They are Lucille I aPoint. Betty Lou Squibb. Mary Jane Spagnuolo. Sally Starret. Lois Willard. There Is to be one more elected soon. This will be done by tryouts after school. The notice will be on the bulletin for the new cheer leaders. Come on. boys and girls, back your school team in a little differ- ent way. Try out for cheer leading. To all students—The best of wishes on your coming year in Charlotte high school. May it be profitable for you. Co-operate with the teachers in every way that is possible. To students new to C.H.S.—The best of luck to you in learning the new ways of this school. You especially are wished the best, because we want you to like Charlotte high school as much as the older ones enjoy it. To the faculty You. also, are a special group that needs the best of wishes in these hectic days of turmoil. You. 1 am sure, will receive the co- operation of the students in every possible way to help lift the burden of such a great task as you are carrying. To the student council, to the mayor and secre- tary. to the faculty members and the students members—We wish you the best of everything in the big Job you are taking up. The journalism cluss in putting out the Orange Black is a tool for carrying out a school project. We shall make mistakes but we shall do the best we can. Will you co-operate with us in making each ls ue better? Bring your suggestions to member of the staff. Service Honor Roll Indicates Progress Last spring at the time the Charhian was pub- lished the service honor roll had a total of two hundred-twenty-flve names. Mr. Murray is work- ing on a list of sixty names that have been added during the summer. As soon as this list can be verified, it will be published. This list will include the girls who have joined either the Wacs. Waves. Spars, or Nurse Corps. Before this Is dedicated If any body knows of any Charlote alumni who have entered any of services since school closed last June, will he please give that information to Miss Wells. Big Opportunity This year, the room that was used for the senior study last year is now the school library. Every student should know how to conduct himself in the library, so there should not have to be a list of given rules to abide by. However, a general list will be given to each student in the near fu- ture. Let’s co-operate with our librarian and keep the library a place In which all of us will have the opportunity of searching for materials or en- joying recreational reading without interruptions. What is so amazing to the back rows of the band when they march? Night life must be too much for Harry Curran. He seems sleepy in class. There are a lot of cute little freshmen running around. Have you noticed them? What is it that the town students seem to miss out on at noon by eating at home? Wonder if Robert Woodman has found his last class yet Who is the flirt in the journalism class? Why is it Bracie doesn’t want Don to know she's going steady? What is it Joan Easley has? Must be her southern drawl. What is this about Maurice Tharp’s Friday night? Nick-names are annoying, aren't they? Has anyone heard the fine chorus in the boys’ locker room? Sn Tjhe jCtmeitght I caught the soul of a poor little tenth grade girl in the study hall as she was diligently reminiscing through the pages in her favorite subject, Ameri- can literature. This chestnut-brown haired, browneyed girl i from Williamston, and works for her room and board here in town. Our school, she thinks, is superb, but she in eager to get further acquainted; so boys—remem- ber this- Basketball and roller skating are her favorite sports. Lovely Judy Garland is Tops according to her way of thinking. Now who could this little de-icer be? If no other than Joan McMyler. Eagerly answering the questions that were ask- ed. this eleventh grade girl said she was from a very large city—Potterville. This dangerous character to all boys’ hearts works at Wood's Drug Store. But boys, too bad—her heart belongs to Robert Taylor; although she has left a little room in her heart for a certain senior boy. Ho is a shy. light complected youth. Track is his energetic sport. Guess who? Well, never mind, kids, let's get on with the interview. Roller-skating goes well with her. but she lives for dancing, and likes the idea of the school dance club. In the line of eating, her favorite dish is spaghetti and meatballs. You are probably dying by now to find out who this lovely lassie is. Okay, we will tell you. It Is—Marylin Maurer. Just Askin’ The roving reporter made a trip around the corridors to ask different people what they thought of the new athletic tickets. Here are the results: Beverly Paton and Frances Smith, two popular band members, say it's a swell plan and they're for it one hundred per cent. Neil Cochrane says that the boys on the team are planning on keeping the little brown jug. so come on. students, buy your tickets and keep the team fighting. Popular Dan Fuller believes that the students haven't shown enough interest In buying tickets to back up the team. Just take It from him. stu- dents. that if more tickets are bought. It’s going ;o help beat Eaton Rapids. Eugene Royston is all for the activity tickets. He says even though he goes to football gnmes free by oelng drummer in the band, he purchased a ticket for the many other events it Includes. Ore Aids So Z o... Miss Thelma Elworthy for the work she was doing this past summer at the Chrysler Corpora- tion Apprentice Training School. There, she was taking an eight weeks' course in industrial man- agement. and operation, including problems of personnel, social service, employment and labor relations. The purpose of the course was to give teachers a clearer idea of the men and women in industry today. This also gives the teachers Information tor students who were planning to do this same kind of work. At the school she received factory wages. In- cluding overtime, for their 48-hour week. Besides the forty hours of shop work, she attended daily conferences. Going to this school. Miss Elworthy was working for a Master’s degree. This is the first time in American history that American universities have given credit toward advanced degrees for work done in a factory. Orchids to her and to the many other teachers of the midwestern high schools who took part in this program. It not only gives them wonderful training for the future, but also helpful informa- tion to give to the students. This could help to decide the future of some of the senior high school boys and girls. Charlotte high school salutes you. Miss Thelma Elworthy! Why Is it some girls are afraid of leap year which is coming up? Where have the hags gone? Also Jack Bobler's wolf patrol? Here’s a vote to one of C.H.S.’ cutest couples. Barbara Bradley and Kay Mohre. ORANGE A BLACK Page 3 Orioles Defeat Lakeview 20-7 Charlotte's Football Victory Marks Fiftieth Anniversary In celebrating Its fiftieth annivers- ary. Charlotte clowned Lakeview with a score of 20 to 7. A Lakeview fumble on the kickoff paved the way for Charlotte's first touchdown. After three consecutive first downs wlnglmck Kay Mohre scored from the five yard line. The conversion was wide. makiiiK the score 6 to 0. Tommy Huakln. of Iaikeview. ran the kickoff 75 yards to score Iaike- vlew's lone touchdown. Tanzola went around end for the extra point. Dick Carrigan scored from the four and the three yard lines. Both Mathew's pass to Mohre. and Carri- gan'� plunge were good for the extra points. Charlotte's excellent teamwork was responsible for this first victory of the season. Why Coaches Get Gray Maybe you've seen the little column In your paper entitled Why Mothers Get Gray.” Well, here Is another fellow who should get giay. Yes. we mean the coach. Naturally we can't give you any reasons for his getting this way unless it would lie the members of the football squad who prefer loosing to practice or the chorus who loves to stand In the showers and sing those sweet lullabies, and then there are the fellows who think the squad should know how their love affairs are coming, even the ones who drag In late because the little woman had something she simply must tell them. Yes. these are Just u few of the reasons why coaches get gray! JOHNSON’S H-C SINCLAIR SERVICE Corner of Main and Henry Orioles Engage Mason Here On October I st Mason Has Six Lettermen Back. Five, in Backfield With five veterans in the backfield. Mason will try to avenge last year's defeat. Although having five letter- men in the backfield. Mason has only one veteran lineman. Mason will have a fast and shifty back in Herb Fox. Ken Faltner Is expected to be one of the hardest driving backs in the conference. Charlotte has seven lettermen. four in the backfield and three on the line, giving the Orioles one more experi- enced man than Mason. The probable starting lineup for Charlotte Is as follows: L.E. 1). Hicks or N. Walters L.T. T. Martin or H. Ackley L.G. H. Krusell C. D. Beechler or B. Betty R.G. D. Schneckenberger R.T. D. Fuller R.E. J. Bobier In the backfield: Mathews. Q.B.; Carrigan. F.B.; Mohre. W.B.; Gresso. R.H. Alumni News — Recent Charlotte high school alumni home from the armed services lately were Harry Stucky. '43: Charles Gor- don. '43; Ted Packard, '39; Jack Hicks. '42: Harold Carman. '41; Jack Thornton. '43; Duane Nicol. '43; Lee Willis. '40; Robert Klaiss. ex '42. Dale Shumaker. '40. is in Alaska. Dr. Phillip Brown. '23. is In Sicily. Kenneth Wooddel). '43. from Cham- paign. Illinois, was in the building last week and visited the Student Council meeting. Donis Newth. '43. is employed at Consumers Power Company. Clarence Squibb, '40. Is in North Africa. Dick Davis. '43. is in Norfolk. Vir- ginia. Carroll Stringham. '41. Is in the Criminal Investigation work like that' of the famous Scotland Yard in Eng- land. FOWLER Chevrolet Sales lnc. MUNGER HARDWARE CO. HARDWARE - JOHN DEERE FARM IMPLEMENTS PLUMBING SUPPLIES - DUPONT PAINT COMPLIMENTS OF CHARLOTTE CANDY CO. Athletic Ticket Goal Not Yet Attained Outcome Far Below Expectation Charlotte high school sponsored the athletic ticket sale, which started September 14. An assembly was given to start the campaign. The high school mayor. Bob Orr. gave a speech to encourage the buying of these tickets. Mr. Anderson then stressed the value of purchasing athletic tickets as a financial invest- ment. The tickets are really an outstand- ing bargain for the students as they sell for only $1.40 a person for admis- sion to all home footltall and basket- ball games this season. The tickets, if bought separately at each game would cost 35c Thus the purchase of an athletic ticket will save $2.45 a season. The outcome of the sales revealed that 327 athletic tickets were sold compared to 390 last year. The senior high bought 231 while the junior high purchased 96. While the percentage was not as high as last year. 58% of the upper- classmen bought tickets, against 55% of the lower classmen. Mr. Bllbie’s American problems class has the highest percentage in the school, being at the top with one hundred percent. Mrs. Brown's litera- ture class follow’ with seventy-seven percent of the students purchasing tickets. The money taken in from the lock- ers at the beginning of the year is to pay for the lyceum numbers, assem- Idles, and every student Is to receive an Orange and Black. RCSEACCE FLOWER Ort'o e leathers Some of the squad have asked where Garry lenders goes every night before practice. To prove that physical fitness Is strenuous ask Virgil Archer how he threw' his shoulder out of Joint. On September 17. three of the foot- ball team were DRUGGED! Yes. drugged into the shower room and soaked by their own teammates. These boys won't forget their over- alls again. “Herb Allen challenges anyone to see if his car or theirs can stand still longest. Speaking of cars they say Ted Ross can't run as fast as he can drive. How strange. Your roving reporter will close for this time and will be on the look out for more news for the next issue of the Orange and Black. Early to bed and early to rise And your girl goes out with other guys. Late to bed and late to rise And your football letter is some other guys. You can’t win. —Albion Breeze. It's time You declared war—Buy more war savings stamps. Young’s Jewelry Shop Watches - Diamonds - Silverware Clocks - Glassware • Dinnerware “Gifts That Last Phone 637 Expert Repairing Pocket Knives Flashlights K U T S C H E’S HARDWARE Guns Ammunition MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Granite Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan BEST WISHES talon County Sheriffs Depf. RIGHT ON THE JOB JOLENE SHOES — Styled in Hollywood FOR SCHOOL - FOR WORK - FOR PLAY FRED MURRAY CO. L. L. Johnson Lumber Co. 563 N. Main St. Phone 379 Charlotte. Mich. Shelden Lumber Co. if BEST WISHES CHARLOTTE CAFE “THE HOME OF GOOD FOOD We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Page 4 ORANGE A BLACK Mayor Orr Tells Plans; Hopes For Cooperation Proceedings of Second Meeting Presented After the last meeting. Mayor Orr. in discussing student council plans, staled that one special meeting a month is planned . The minutes will be in the Orange and Black and post- ed on all bulletin boards throughout the building. With full co-operation between the council and student body he hopes and believes that the plans for the year will work out. With the help of the P. T. A. the recreutional program is under way. The minutes of the last council meeting follow: The second meeting of the student council was called to order by Mayor Orr, Wednesday. September 22. in room 111. There were nine mem tiers present and the two advisers. Mrs. Weymouth and Mr. Hynes. As yet. the representatives for the ninth grade have not been chosen. A motion was made by Dorothy Furu and seconded by Lois Willard that the student council give Mayor Orr the authority to appoint all the memtiers on the recreation program committee which will represent the student body and to whom any indi- vidual’s ideas may lie submitted to make this program more enjoyable to all concerned. This group will be known as the steering committee . Motion was carried. It was decided that the alumni be admitted at the first dance to lie held September 24. The next meeting will be held Wed- nesday. September 29. the fourth hour. The meeting was adjourned. Anna Mae Royston. Secretary. Classification of Talent J In order to have home assem- blies we must know who can do what. If you expect to have these assemblies you should co- operate. Will you please till out this information blank? Thank you. Grade Name ★ ★ ★★ ★ ★ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ • • ♦ ■ ♦ ♦ ♦ • « •k ♦ + ♦ ■ Are you willing to help in home talent assemblies? I)o you know how to play any kind of instrument and if so. what ? Can you give readings? Can you act? Can you do acroiiatic danc ■ ing? J Can you give stunts? a Can you suggest the names of others who can do some of these � � ♦ Do Your Christmas Shopping Early Use Our Lay-away Plan W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry Gifts ReNu Shoe Shop w. L. OSBORNE BOUSKA SON WALLPAPER and PAINT FLOOR SANDING Phone 344-W 107 W. Lawrence ICE CREAM HOT LUNCHES HAMBURGERS THY OCR DELICIOUS GRILLED STEAKS FOR A PERFECT EVENING MEAL GREEN LIGHT RESTAURANT Open 7 A. M. to 7 P. M. Except Sundays BEN H. FELSKA. Prop. SUPERINTENDENT H. R. McCALL PAYS VISIT TO FORT CUSTER (Continued from puav onel preparing the boys to defend them selves: and village fighting scenes: were among the things shown which were valuable and interesting infor- mation. The war dogs on exhibition are picked up by a special service. At the close of the day there was a drill demonstration and parade re- treat. Taking part in this were about two thousand Fort Custer men. Four New Teachers Enter C.H.S. Staff School opened this year with four new teachers: Mr. Schroeder, who teaches agriculture: Mrs. Howells. Latin: Miss Crosier, in the junior high; and Mrs. lauch. in charge of the library. Also Mrs. Brown, who was a substitute for Mr. Hill last year, has returned to carry on the speech work. MAIN SWEET SHOP HOT FUDGE - HOT CHOCOLATE Phone 164 BRUNO SPAGNUOLO. Prop. tpvciiicn tudic FOR Better Photographs fcatmt (Ciuuilti Catlings Sank Assembly Committee Appointed by Mayor The assembly committee for the year has been selected and Is the following: Dorothy Furu. chairman; Arthur Steward. Beverly Baton, Tom Martin, and Joan Kasley. The fliwt meeting was Tuesday morning and another one for the near future u scheduled. 1 trusted you: I thought you knew. I copied you; And I flunked too! —-Cardinal. Who fights for freedom never fights alone. Lets help with our dimes. Best Movies of the season at EATON THEATRE Have Your laundry Done THE EASY WAY By The Community Laundry For FEATURING JOHNNY’S JUNIOR SPORTS WEAR that Western Accent. Rayons Trimmed in Wool, Sizes 9 to 17, only jg VAUGHN RAGSDALE ___CHAS. P. MULHOLLAND. Manager Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS Corner of Lawrence A Bostwick Aves. Jay Sandwich Shop EARL J. LAVENGOOO. PROP. Republican-Tribune Want Advt’s For Quick Sales C®S� ffl DQC3- PtSG5?®Q P,MCa©dffl St CXtfJMUS VTOC. 14 PCM. BO© BS© 8C0E® LUMBER COAL PHONE No. 9 GET IN THE SCRAP ORANGE BLACK Hallow««n Horrors Coming Soon THE CHARM IAN” VOLUME 17 MICHIGAN. CHARLOTTE. OCTOBER 21, 1943 ISSUE 2 Glee Club Establishes Merit System Select Uniforms to be Worn for Public Appearances The girl� ' glee club and chorus, under the direction of Miss Meyer. ! has been progressing very well. Offi- cers elected were: President. Phyllis Hack; secretary. Eileen Pundik; treasurer. Beverly Llpsey. A merit system has been arranged. From 500 to 600 merits must be earn- ed by the end of the year in order to pass the course, and awards may be given if the goal is reached. Merita or demerit will be given as follows: MERITS— Membership ................... 10° Not being absent for 4 weeks ..... 25 | Not being tardy for 4 weeks ....... 5 i President ........................10b I Secretary ...................... 150 | Treasurer ...................... 100 Appearance with club ..............25 Solo work ....................... 50 | Duet. trio, quartette ............ 25 Member of outside vocal group .... 10 Personal appearance ..............10 DEMERITS— Absent from rehearsal ............10 Chewing gum ..................... 25 Late for public appearance .......10 Incorrect personal appearance ....10 Uniforms are to be worn this year. They will be white trimmed in orange and black. The following is a list of all the girls in the glee club: Mary I ou Bobler. Amy Chapman. Elaine French. Roberta Garvey. Irma Green. Phyllis Hack. Mary Jane Krusell. Beverly Lipsey. Rhoda Ottney. Eileen Pundik. Martha Rochester. Colleen Royston. Anna Mae Royston. Eleanor Sloan. Joan Wenzel. Lucille Wilmore. Kathleen Burchfield. Esther Jones. Lucille LaPointe, Edna Roliins. Mary Scovill, Mary Jane Spag- uuolo. Donna Vlerk. and Berniece Zim- merlee. Charlotte F. F. A. Gives Annual Game Feed Oct. 20 The F. F. A. members have been . hunting all their spare time the last few days, getting meat for their game feed last night. The Charlotte F. F. A was host to the Eaton Rapids Chapter ( Approximately seventy people attended from Eaton Rapids and Charlotte. For competition, the boys had a con- ; test headed by Herb” Allen and Roli- ert Hanshaw. The rest of the boys were divided equally for the two sides. The leadership conference for F.F.A. boys inet in Olivet. October 1. The fol- lowing boys attended the conference: Wayne Southward. Francis Baum. Keith Gidner. Gus Rodeman. Jack Tir- rell. Don Mice. Virgil Archer, and Robert Kanshaw. who was elected vice president. Our men are on the march are you? Buy War Stamps and Bonds. First Home Talent Assembly New Faces Enter Presented Tuesday The first home talent assembly of the year was Tuesday. October 20. the third hour. A play entitled His First Girl” was presented. This play was under the direction of Glenna Snyder. The cast is as follows: Dean Powers ................ Bob Orr Mrs. J. J. Powers ..... Mary King Eleanor Powers Betty Ix u Squibb Marianne Thompson ..... Donna Vlerk Chester Cameron ....... Dick Sleater Along with this was a dance by the Hags and a song by the A 4 P quar- tet. Minutes of Sept. 29 Student Council Meeting The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bob Orr. on September 29. with all members present. A motion was made by Keith Frey and seconded by Dorothy Furu that the Rural Students’ Club tie organized again this year, under the direction of Mr. Schroeder. Motion was carried. The Student Council gave the Mayor the authority to appoint a chairman for the I ost and Found department of the school. Mr. Hynes brought before the council the Idea of having an auc- tion sale of the goods left in this de- partment from last year: but as yet nothing definite has been decided about the sale. It was decided that there should In locker inspection again this year and the Mayor appointed the following three people: Bob Betty, first floor; Lois Willard, second floor; and Rich- ard Huffman, third floor. There was some discussion about the rubbish and scrap paper lying around the school. Bob Betty was appointed to secure a garbage ran in which stu dents who eat In cars can dispose of their rubbish and paper. A get acquainted party which has been previously supported by the Stu- dent Council, would interrupt the P.T.A. recreation and in order to avoid this, it was decided to give them full support. This party has been left for further discussion. A motion was made by Dorothy Furu that we have meetings the first Wednesday in every month and to call special meetings when it is necessary. Seconded by Bob Betty. Passed. Meeting was adjourned. Fun in The Offing On October 28 there will lie a Hallo ween party for the grade school chil- dren In the afternoon. This will be , under the supervision of the grade school teachers. There will be a party and a dance Friday night after the Everett game for all high school students. These parties are rather an annual affair sponsored by the civic organiza- tions of the community and are for the purpose of keeping young people out of mischief. This year it is spon sored by the Junior Chamber of Com merce. Lyle Roof is chairman of the committee in charge. The purpose of having It Friday night Is for the convenience of the business men assisting. There will lie movies and dancing although the entire program has not been completed. The Fold of C.H.S. We welcome quite a few new stu- dents to Charlotte high this year from all over the country. The farthest comes from Memphis. Tennessee and me a little closer at hand, coming from Carterville. Illinois. Sunfield certainly did Its bit to en- large our school, contributing five udents. The following is a list of who they are and where they are from. Freshman Class Joyce Bretl.......West Junior. I ansing Joan Easley.......Memphis. Tennessee Roberta Gilding.............. Sunfield Mary LeVan........ ...........Sunfield Martha LeVan..................Sunfield Delores Satterlee....Adventist. Charlotte James Anderson.............Potterville Sophomore Class John Beverly Vermontville Joan McMyler Williamston Betty Pierce Bellevue Mavis Royston Potterville Joan Welch Dearborn Junior Class Betty Barger .... Hastings Betty Conner Albion Barbara Foote Vermontville Marjorie LeVan Sunfield Doris Locke Eaton Rapids Marjorie Nash Big Rapids Marylin Maurer Potterville Senior Class Irina Jean Green...............Sunfield I Mildred Phillips ..Carterville, Illinois Eleanor Sloan..................l ansing i Wayne Southward............... Bellevu® Former Student In Washington Boh Parkhurst. '39. has been In Washington. I). C.. since his gradua- tion from Michigan State in June. He is doing radio research work at the United States Naval Reserve labora- tory. The work is of three types which are restricted, confidential, and secret. Bob said his work covered all three types. He works in naval equipment of the United Nations. For the hoys in high school inter- ested In engineering or science. Bob recommended all the mathematics that can possibly be taken. If some course is missed in high school, it should he taken in college. Boh said when he was going to Char- lotte that ulwut every night after school he liked to tinker with auto- mobiles and radios. With the closing of the interview Boh said. If you like to he with peo- ple. come to Washington. When you get on a bus. you don't have to find anything to hold on to; the people are so packed you don't need a sup port. With this Bob said good bye wish- ing the best of luck to C. H. S. Band Plays Short Concert At the county War Drive meeting lust Monday night, the Charlotte band played a short concert. According to the director. Mr. Ward C. Hynes, the band has started rehearsing for the next home game. Grades Compete In Scrap Drive Mr. Schroeder in Charge of Combined Drives In High School The scrap drive Is on! This year it has been planned that each grade will be in competition with the other so that the real spirit of the campaign will be attained. Each grade will select its own leaders and also a name for its class such as The Fly- ing Tigers.” Paratroopers.” Coast Guard. and the like to distinguish it from the other classes. This is another means of arousing the spirit of com- petition so that more scrap and more contributions will be brought in. The campaign this year Is really a combination of two drives, the Nation- al War Fund drive, which Is solely for the purpose of receiving contributions, and the regular scrap drive. All the money collected from the sale of scrap and from student contributions is to he turned over to the United War Fund which includes seventeen different foreign and domestic relief agencies, such as the United China Relief. It is necessary for all students to know the method to be used in col- lecting scrap. The scrap should be brought to the high school play ground. Then the money received from the sale of scrap is to be brought to the leader of the class who will keep track of all the money turned In by the individual and the class as a whole. The scrap must lie a free dona- tion on the part of the people of the Charlotte community us all proceeds from the drive are to go. as stated be- fore. to the United War Fund. Any contributions made by those partici- pating in the campaign will help boost his own personal record and also in- crease the class score. It has been decided that the highest class will receive a cash award and also the highest individual or individ- uals are to receive the same. The amount of the award is to be announ- ced later. The drive has already started and contributions will Ik taken in at any time. November 9 will mark the close of the campaign. There will be no school at this time. Army trucks from Fort Custer will arrive on the last day to pick up all scrap from the coun- try that was too heavy to be brought in otherwise. So They Say Oct. 21—Report Cards. (Keep 'em crossed) Oct. 22—Howell, there. (Help the cheer leaders� Oct. 27—Rationing (no school) Oct. 29—Everett, here. (Got an extra coupon?) Oct. 30—Cross Country at Tpsl. (Don't get lost) Nov. 9—Scrap Drive. (Let’s help) Nov. 11 —Eaton Rapids, there. (Come on. kids: let's beat 'em) Page 2 ORANGE A BLACK (Member I jtst. 192IJ ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-Weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Circulation 600 Subscription Rates $.75 STAFF Publisher .......................Marilin Pfeifer Managing Kditor ...................Esther Jones Editor-In-Chief ................Betty L. Squibb Sports Kditor ..............................Neil Cochrane Alumni Kditor .........................Katherine Conley Kxchange Kditor ..............Anna Mae Royston Business Manager ..................Connie Beebe Circulation Manager ........................June Shumaker Treasurer ...........................Jean Parr Advertising Manager ................Donna Vierk Ass’I Advertising Manager....Mary J. Spagnuolo Faculty Adviser .................Winifred Wells Reporters--Kathleen Burchfield. Amy Chapman. Jacquelyn Crittenden. Harry Curran. Dorothy Furu. Donna Hall. Marylin Maurer. Bob Orr. Edna Robins. Dick Sleater. Glenna Snyder. Berniece Zimmerle. ZJ iosc $ Defend I am a student. Ahead of me is a life lime of maturity. All about me Is a strange world which has become an alarming place, a world which, whether we like it or not. it Is our responsibility to light for. to protect and to defend. That is both man's and woman's responsibility alike. What would I defend If I were a man? What do 1 defend, being a woman? I defend and trust my parents in everything they do for me; the smell of the Sunday dinner cooking; the flowers mother courageously nursed through- out the cold winter; and the friendly little children playing near our front doorstep. I defend not the propaganda, rumors of many politicians and spies; but I defend my memories of a play house in our back yard with old things in it that mother has discarded, the streams of cars coming home from a football game, the decorations in our house at Christmas time, the thrilling feeling because father let me drive our car. the little old table my grandmother left behind w'hen she went to her resting place, the picnics and steak- roasts In the pasture lot. When I am working, writing to James at Fort Sill, giving my friend a birthday present or getting scrap for the scrap drive. I’m doing more than working, giving, and writing. I'm not only doing these things but defending the things 1 love, the things you. love- America, as I have come to know it in nearly nineteen years of happiness and oppor- tunity. Tales In Talent Are you an assembly griper? Do you go to the assemblies to catch up on your sleep? Well, listen, why not try to do something about it? How about a little home talent? We all like to hear a new singing sensation or see a good piece of acting or other kinds of new talent from the student body. How many of you realize that you are the student body? You're the ones with the talent. It's hard to offer your services, but how about contributing when you're asked! Could It be possible that one reason for the lack of home talent assemblies is the poor sportsmanship in the audience? Get the idea? Let's all co-operate by offering our talent for at least one assembly. And don’t forget! Ix?t’s have less criticism and more of the right kind of applause from the audience. Remember you’re the talent! Ninety-five percent of you have already given the go ahead signal so it shouldn't be hard to bring in the rest of the flock, because we’re all pulling to- gether to make for more fun! Teacher— Now will anyone tell me of anything new of importance that has happened in the last seventy-live years? Jlggs Webb- Me. fflcick Zj ic Sfoys When we purchase war bonds and stamps we are I helping to speed the inevitable Axis defeat. Victory will mean that our fighting men will come hack to the things they love, peace, security. , .1 home, and all the things that home stands for. Maybe an extra bond would have saved that man s 1 life at Salerno, or at Lae. and other places where ; Americans have fought and died in the defense of their country. All of us cannot be at the battlefields, but we can all Back the Attack with War Bonds. Buy till it hurts, the Axis. Do you ever whistle in the dark? Neil Cochrane does. Why is it Bev Baton likes to top carrots? Frances Smith likes to sit in broken chairs. Did you know Mrs. Wildern has a little helper? His name is Gaylord Yund. I wonder how many people like red heads? Did you see the three sailors a week ago? Connie Beebe did. Wonder why cross country Ijoys like to sit on the bridge rail? Ask Eugene Royston. Didjaever see ’Cal carry Russ piggy back across Main street? Locker 175 must be a lucky number. How about It. Nell? What do you think about the two Joe’s on the hay ride? Some going, huh? Where does Lucy get all those letters? Did you ever hear strange sounds coming from the band room fourth hour and wonder what it was? So have I. If you think the seniors get all the breaks. Just wait until you’re u senior. Have you noticed the increase of school spirit present everywhere about the halls, and at the pep meetings? Shirley Walker has accepted a position as stenographer with the Michigan Silo Co. for after school and on Saturdays. Mr. Pray— And what did you learn at school today? Joe 1 learned to say. No. Sir’ and ’Yes. Sir.’ and ’No. Ma’am’ and ’Yes, Ma'am’. Mr. Pray (greatly pleased)— You did? Joe— Yep! Mrs. Klplinger— How do you spell 'inconse- quentially?” Bob Betty Wrong. Spooks Are Coming Another year bus passed and the spooky season of Halloween is Just around the corner. Children as in the past few years will carry out the spirit of Halloween by fixing pumpkins with faces and placing them in their windows. On the day of the big parade, you can see little children dressed in costumes of all kinds, going to school to enter into the gala event. Older ones have been in the habit of soaping windows, wrecking private property, and doing things to destroy. Trick or Treat is a fair enough game in many folks' view point, but let's not express that idea too far. After all. treats for just the family mem- bers themselves are now getting to Ik a thing of the past. Let's keep our record clear this year, so that once and for all we can truthfully say we hud a good time on Hnllowccn without destroying prop erty of others. Hou About You? After two years of inactivity in the different clubs. Charlotte high school once again offers to the students the opportunity to Join the organization they are most interested In. There are several dif- ferent groups listed below. The Girl Reserves is for junior and senior girls in- terested for one thing in folding bandages for the Red Cross. The meeting will be hid on Wednesday night the second and fourth week in each month. The time Is from 7:30 to 9:00 and the place, the home economics room. The Hi-Y is for Junior and senior boys. Mr. Bilbie is leader so if you are Interested see him. The Future Farmers of America under the direc- tion of Mr. Sehrocder is designed for boys interest- ed in farming. Those are just a few of the clubs now working for your benefit here in school. Pick at least one you are interested in and see if you can Join. Ore it’ds So Tj o .., Mrs. Morey, who does a truly remarkable Job keeping the machinery of the school office running perfectly. She is more or less a secretary to the whole school and she is always ready to help any- one. Her many duties include being bookkeeper and stenographer to Mr. McCall: having charge of both the financial and the secretarial Ismks of the Board of Education; issuing working permits; having charge of Government records; keeping in touch with other schools; doing all of the filing along with many, many other duties. It takes an orderly mind and a systematic person to l e able to do all this. So 1 say. hats off to Mrs. Morey for the efficient Job she is doing. ‘Suoss 2Oho 1. This popular C.H.S. junior has sandy colored hair—loads of freckles—blue eyes—plays In orchestra and band.—Is seen around the Krog- er store—always has a smile for everyone. Come on. gang, you all know him! 2. A well liked junior girl—6 4 tall—auburn hair blue eyes plays in band likes her work at the hospital—Girl Reserves- every- one's friend. 3. This 7th grader has blond hair—freckles Is cute seen with Shirley Bruce—likes horse back riding—very popular. 4. This little man can be found most of the time in room 203. Wears glasses—often seen on bicycle—interested in dancing organization —full of fun—absenteeism. Just Lookin' In looking through The Tomahawk. the Pontiac high school paper, we find that they are obtaining copies of their school hymn and the choir is busy memorizing It so that they can help teach it to the student body in an assembly. They think that all schools should have a school hymn as well as a light song. Good suggestion, don't you think? ORANGE A. BLACK Page 3 Hastings Downs Charlotte 21-0 Battling their way through an ag- gressive Oriole eleven. Hastings rolled over Charlotte to the score of 21 to 0 ou a rain swept field. It was inability to stop Myers, hard running Saxon back, that spelled de- feat to the Orioles. Early in the first quarter. Thomas, a Hastings hack, ’nattered his way through tackle and ran 28 yards to score behind good blocking. Ayres’ kick for the extra point was good, making the score. 7 to 0. No further scoring was done until the second quarter when Myers, left half bark. sprinted 70 yards, behind beautiful downfleld blocking, to pay dirt. Ayres again made the conver- sion. thus putting the score 14 to 0. The Charlotte defense held the Sax- on's scoring until the fourth period when Myers passed to Caleman. in the end xone. for a touchdown. Ayres again made the extra point from place- ment. making the score 21 to 0. The slippery field handicapped both the Oriole and the Saxon passing attack. Orio o leathers Dots and dashes and lots of Kurus: , Noticed the twins In action at the football field after school? Wow! Your reporter wonders if the A I l oys from the second hour physical fitness class don't wear their good clothes so that they won’t have to lie down for the exercises. Remember last week's spot news? Virgel Archer threw his arm out of joint second hour and third hour the news was in the Orange Black. The only drawback was that the news was of the same accident, two weeks pre- vious. We wonder if the dog that visited ( physical fitness class Tuesday decided to Join the Wags. We’re all glad to sec “Dick Sell- neckenberger Is able to walk. Have you seen the physical fitness lH� ys limping around the halls? They had their test this week. Jxiumni Tfoivs Sgt. Robert Cox. ‘40. who has been In desert training In California, and has been confined to the Pasadena area hospital for the past eight weeks has received a medical discharge ftoin the army. Miss Arlene Stanke ‘41. is home from a ten day visit in Washington. I . C. Miss Kosella McIntyre '42. has been voted president of the junior nursing class at the St. I awrence hospital in Lansing. Russell Martin. ’43. is home from Great Lukes. El wood Martin '42. is stationed at Camp Grant. Corp. Ted Packard. '39. Is stationed at Kearns, Utah. Pfc. Max Dowker. 41. Is stationed at Keesler field. S Sgt. Warren (Mike) Moore. ’41, is stationed in New England. He has been in four different countries. Boys home recently on leave were Kenneth Bruce. ’40; Dick Morris. '42; Phillip tike) Krace. '40; Richard Tharp. 41; Howard Moore ‘43. left October 9 for the Air Corps Cadet. He s stationed at Camp Grant. Pfc. Glenwood Britten’s new address is: A.S.X. 36460535. Co. T. 803 STR. Fort Monmouth. Red Bank. New Jer- sey. Byron Stockwell. who is a prisoner of the Japs, recently wrote his mother and informed her that he wus all right and that she should go to the Red Cross and find out what she could send him. Gerald Smith. '42. is home on leave. Answers To Guess Who 1. Cliff Martens. 2. Betty Sumerix. 3. Barbara Lou Jordan 4. Mr. Bilbie. Pocket Knives Flashlights K U T S C H E’S HARDWARE Guns Ammunition ReNu Shoe Shop RCSEACRE W. L. OSBORNE riCMfc JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE 200 CHARLOTTE. MICH. COMPLIMENTS OF Clever Implement Coal Co Who's Who On The Student Council Mrs. Weymouth. Mr. Hynes....Advisers Boh Orr.........................Mayor Anna Mae Royston............Secretary Dorothy Furu Bob Betty....12 Grade Lois Willard and Francis Kane.............11 Grade Joyce Denison and Keith Frey...............10 Grade Wanda Wing and Eric Furu....9 Grade Virginia Royston and Vernon Royston............8 Grade Barbara Lindblom and George Bruce .............7 grade Richard Huffman was chosen to be on the council from last year. Senior Class Officers Nell Cochrane ............. President Dick Hicks .......... Vice-President James Mathews ............. Treasurer Mary June Spagnuolo ....... Secretary Junior Class Officers Bob Hart .................. President Dick Cooper .......... Vice-President Mary Ix u Bolder .......... Treasurer Betty Sumerix ............. Secretary The Sophomores as yet have not had a meeting. Freshman Class Officers Lou Anne Potter.............President David Adams .......... Vice-President Jacquelyn Yund ............ Secretary Joan Easley .............. Treasurer Eighth Grade Officers Milford Mason ............. President Russell Santee........ Vice-President Mary !x u Terwilliger ..... Treasurer Bruce l avengood .......... Secretary Seventh Grade Officers Gaylord Yund .............. President Betty Shumaker ....... Vice-President Pat Griest ...... Secretary-Treasurer Do without, so he doesn't have to! Buy stamps and bonds. Jtevenscn Jttdic FOR Better Photographs Complete Charhian Staff Organization Announced The publication of the Charhian is one major project of the senior class each year. Two members of the staff are elected by the class as a whole; three by the journalism class. Dick Sleater. Ned Walters. Mary Jane Spagnuolo. Edna Robins and Betty lx� u Squibb were those selected. On Tuesday this group met and selected the following to be responeible for the yearijook: Mary Jane Spag- nuolo. editor; Dorothy Furu. assist- ant editor; Edna Robins, class editor: Dick Sleater. sports editor; Betty I ou Squibb, feature editor; Esther Jones, calendar editor; Neil Roberts, business munager; Connie Beelie. photographic manager; Russell Del and. program chairman; Anna Mae Royston. assist- ant program chairman: Ned Walters, circulation manager; Lucille I Point. assistant circulation manager; Shirley Tellas. Donna Vierk. typists. SENIOR SADNESS F—faked excuses. L--liked no subjects. U—used to copy. N—never pleasant or polite. K—kind to nobody. E—eyed girls too much. f —doesn’t give a hoot! —The Creston Echo Buy U. S. War Bonds and Stamps. MAIN SWEET SHOP HOT FUDGE • HOT CHOCOLATE Phone 164 BRUNO SPAGNUOLO. Prop. Young’s Jewelry Shop Watches • Diamonds - Silverware Clocks - Glassware - Dinnerware “Gifts That Last Phene 637 Expert Repairing Bicycle Repairs Yates Hardware CONGRATULATIONS and BEST WISHES TO YOUR SCHOOL FOR 1943 First national Rank FOR DEPENDABLE SERVICE CALL AT BAUM’S YOUR STANDARD DEALER Lubrication Washing Tire Inspection - Phone 9177 FEATURING JOHNNY’S JUNIOR SPORTS WEAR For that Western Accent. Rayons Trimmed in Wool. Sizes 0 to 17. only $9 VAUGHN RAGSDALE CHAS. P. MULHOLLAND. Manager Jay Sandwich Shop EARL J. LAVENGOOD, PROP. Shelden Lumber Co. W BEST WISHES Page 4 ORANGE BLACK Girl Reserves Hold Second Meeting The second meeting of the Girl Re- serves was held Wednesday evening In the home economics room. The meet lng was called to order by the presi- dent. Lucille LaPointe. A motion was made, seconded and carried that the sum of 35 cents be paid to the treas- urer as dues for the semester. A lively discussion followed, concern- ing ways to earn money. Baked goods and candy sales were suggested. It was decided to hold regular meet- ings on the first and third Wednedays and to meet at the Red Cross head- quarters on the second and fourth Tuesdays starting October 26. The membership of the club will lie limited to 25. Bach member who is absent from the regular meetings must have a good excuse or she will be penalized ten cents for unexcused absence. Any member being absent for three con- secutive times will be dropped from the club. Initiation was held for about half the group on October 15. The manner of doing this was to have each mem- ber select one of the group and write on a slip of paper how she wanted Ijer to dress for the day Many comical outfits were seen flitting al out that day. The rest of the group will be initiated in the near future. What kind of people do they think we are? Show them with wur sav- ings stamps and bonds. ‘Doings of TJho Classes The art classes are making Christ mas menu covers for the Navy. This is In response to the Junior Red Cross appeal. Bach member of the class is milking two. either with crayon, water color, stencil or block print. The seventh grade art class has just completed some sketches of flowers. There have been some very good re- sults. Seventh grade literature classes have | l egun choral readings. In Mr. Bilble’s government classes there is a lively discussion of just about everything. The students don't seem to mind; It's much more Intel- esting they say. Eleventh grade speech gathering must Ik entertaining. All sorts of speeches are said to come from there. The seventh grade geography class is somewhere in South America. The Journalism class is trying des- parately to gather enough material for the next issue of the Orange Black. Sallie Hale 47 President Sallie Hale was elected president of the freshman class in their meeting The rest of the officers are: David Adams, vice president; Jacquelyn Yund, secretary: Joan Easley, treasur- er. Those to serve on the student council are: Wanda Wing and Eric Furu. Two other things were decided upon. Every other Friday morning at 8:30 will be the regular meeting. Dues are 30 cents a semester. Square Dance Instructions Given Thursday Night Honor your partners all. now the corner lady! Yes. square dancing and lots of it. Thursday night in the old gym a group of girls and hoys got to- gether and started learning to square dance. Mr. Horn. Mr. Farrier, and Mr. Bil-1 bie acted as instructors, while Mrs. Buckley and Mrs. Weymouth played ; the piano. Three different types or routines were taught to the four or five sets. The group decided that they would like to have another square dance the following Thursday. All left about 9:30 so that Mr. Bilbie could go to the second show. Of course I'll wait. It won’t be long— Perhaps a year or two. Our love is sweet And much too strong To vanish with the dew. I’ll wait for you And write to you To say I’m still the same. I'll write real soon; Where is your camp. And. dear, what is your name? BEST WISHES Eaton County Sheriffs Dept. Best Movies of the season at EATON THEATRE JOHNSON’S H-C SINCLAIR SERVICE Corner of Main and Henry Do Your Christmas Shopping Early Use Our Lay away Plan W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry Gifts RIGHT ON THE JOB JOLENE SHOES — Styled in Hollywood FOR SCHOOL - FOR WORK FOR PLAY FRED MURRAY CO. MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Granite Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan Charlotte Home Dairy GOOD FOOD and ICE CREAM WWUMananMHMBHBBMnMMM ANDY SCHWEGLER. Prop. Seniors Hold Meeting A meeting was called to order by the president. Neil Cochrane. The pur- pose of the meeting wus to discuss the selling of Christmas cards, the class motto und flower. We do our best” was the class motto and it was changed to. Together we- st ick. divided we re stuck. The class flower which was a tulip is now a red rose. Also two members were chosen for the Charhian staff. Richard Slea- ter and Ned Walters. Army Calls Two Students George Riddle, a senior, and Dick Carrigan. a junior, have been called Into the service and will leave within three weeks, depending on the branch of service they enter. Life, liberty, and the pursuit of the Axis, stamps and bonds buy weapons. Fruits Vegetables GROCERIES BOB S MARK ET FOWLER Chevrolet Sales, Inc. WE FEATURE HICKOK JEWELRY SUSPENDERS and BELTS Harold E. Smith WILCCX-GAy CORPORATION MANUFACTURERS OF NATIONALLY FAMOUS “KECCCCIC” CHARLOTTE CAFE “THE HOME OF GOOD FOOD We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Republican-Tribune Want Advt’s For Quick Sales LUMBER COAL PHONE No. 9 BEAT EATON RAPIDS ORANGE BLACK BIG FEED AT BANQUET THE CHARM IAN’ VOLUME 17 CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN, THURSDAY. NOVEMBER 11. 1943 ISSUE 3 Charlotte Plays Eaton Rapids Today Plan Football- Band Banquet Governor Kelly To Give Speech; 400 Expected To Attend Event The annual foot hall-band banquet will be held on November 16 at 7:00 I . M. at the hfgh school gymnasium. Toasimaster for the evening will be Mr. Chester Wilcox. Governor Kelly will be the main speaker, his speech being more or less directed to the students. A quartet from Hattie Creek will sing a few songs for en- tertainment. Attempts are being made to get Mr. Fred Baton. who gives voice lessons at Michigan State College, to lead the community singing. Coach Gobel will introduce the football team and Mr. Hynes, the hand members. Miss Toms Is making all arrange- ments for the dinner, to be served by some of her home economic students. It Is expected that there will he ap- proximately 400 people attending the banquet. Of these, about 245 tickets will be sold. The program will be shorter this year than previous years. The reason for this is that a shorter program will be more enjoyable than a long one. Christmas Card Sales Help Swell Senior Fund Christmas card sales was the main topic of the senior class meeting on October 26. Maxon Wohr is captain of the boys' team. Anna Mae Roys- ton Is leader of the girls. The losing side will give the winners a party. Mrs. Kiplinger read lue list of senior names as they will appear on the diplomas. Mr. Mead announced that class pins and rings could l� e ordered from him. This year the caps and gowns will be blue instead of gray. November 3. Mr. Mead called a special meeting because of objections made about the class motto. There were three to choose from or they could keep the same one. It was put to a vote with the cluss still having the same motto, Together we stick; divided we’re stuck”. American Legion Guests For Armistice Assembly An Armistice assembly will be spon- sored by the American Legion today. In behalf of the student council. Stanley Raidle will dedicate the Ser- vice Honor Roll of the school. The American Legion as In the past will present awards to the outstand- ing boy and girl of the eighth grade. In the assembly the qualities for those eligible for the awurd will be explain- ed to the students. Lester Bisel. '41. U.S.N.. of Imla. Florida. Is spending his fifteen day furlough with his parents. Three Schools In Contest Grand Ledge. Raton Rapids, and Charlotte high schools are competing in a war bond and stamp contest. | The contest started November 4. Each school reports Its total sales for the week to the other schools. At the! end of November the school that has i sold the most bonds and stamps will lie the winner of the contest. Let's win this contest by buying as many stamps and bonds as possible. ! Fill up your stamp book and get a bond. Help bring victory closer. Charlotte High School Alumni In Service Honor Roll Service List Topped by Class 41 Charlotte high school’s alumni ser- vice list has been brought up to date. Miss Wells and Mr. Murray have been working on It since September. The class of '41 heads the list with a total of thirty-seven names. Ralph M. Dean represents the class of '16 All classes have members in the ser- vice from '16 through '43 with the exception of the class of 18. Out of the two hundred and eighty three, there are twenty four sets of brothers. Two families have three boys in the service: Gall Cheney. '38. Gordon Cheney. '40. William Cheney. '36; George Mayhew. '36. Macklin May- hew. ’40. Harold Mayhew. '41. Robert and Richard Taylor '37 are the only twins. There are two brother and sister combinations: Margery Chandler. '35. Murray Chandler. '39 and Gertrude Stine Fisher. '25. Robert Stine. '35. Four branches of the women's ser- vice are Included on this list. Bertha Kraft. '31. nurses' corps.; Maxine Cooper. '34. nurses' corps: Margery Chandler. '35. Spars: Margaret Whea- ton. '35. Waves; Gertrude Stine Fish- er. '25. Marines. November 11. a plaque will be dedi-1 eated to Charlotte high school service alumni. Band Fo Accompany Squad At Eaton Rapids Game Band members will accompany the football boys to Eaton Rapids today. Both bands will play Star Spangled Banner” together. Charlotte band has the first seven minutes at the half. The Veterans of Foreign Wars. American Legion and other organiza- tions will march behind the bands. It’s a-Comin’ Nov. 11—Eaton Rapids Game (Let's keep the jugi Nov. 16—Football-Band Banquet (Fill up) Nov. 17—Girl Reserves (Let's all be there! Nov. 22—Movies (Hurray!! Nov. 24- Marking period ends (Keep 'em crossed! Nov. 26-27—Thanksgiving Vacation (Two days of rest) Minutes of November 3 Student Council Meeting The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bob Orr. on November 3. 1943. Minutes of the previous meet- ing were rend and approved. Roll call was taken with ten members pre- sent. Dorothy Furu and Anna Mae Roy- ston volunteered to clean out the lost and found department of the school. Starling Monday night. November 8. after school the room on second floor, opposite Mr. Grindali s room will be reopened and Keith Frey will be in charge of it. The goods found in this department were auction- ed off by Arthur Steward in an as- sembly. Monday. November 8. the sixth hour. Friday. November 5. lockers are to be inspected and If lockers are found open, the locks are to be turned up- side-down and locked. Boh Betty was appointed general inspector with Lois Willard and Richard Huffman as helpers. The student council expressed the idea of having some new yells for the basketball season, and hopes the stu- dent body will help In the making up of these new cheers. Students are to be appointed by the mayor to help get up a good old-fash- ioned bonfire on Wednesday. Novem- ber 10. back of the school house, with some songs and cheers to be given. Meeting was adjourned. Anna Mae Roys ton. Secretary. F. F. A. Has Hayride Fun was In store for the F. F. A. members because Friday night Herb” Allen, leader of the losing team for the game feed, had made arrangements with his members for a hayride. During the evening re- freshments of cider and fried cakes were served at the springs. Pencils with the basketball ached ule printed on them are on sale by the F. F. A. members. Mike Mathews ordered the 500 pencils and sales started November 4. Another highlighting event will be November 23 when Charlotte Is host tr the county F. F. A. grain judging contest. Every member will take part in the judging. Olivet chapter has charge of the evening program and will display the chapter farmer degree. Community Health Class Engaged in Hospital Work Sixteen girls in the community ser- vice class have been very busy with their hospital work, as they have just completed their first two weeks of I hospital training. They are soon to | get their new uniforms which will be blue and white gingham pinafores | with white blouses. They are making their white caps to go with the uni- forms. Mrs. Kramer Is Instructing the girls in their hospital work. The class has been honored by a visit from Mrs. Garlinghouse from the Red Cross who gave the girls some Instructions In A rat-aid. Orioles to Battle Islanders for Jug Huge Gathering Expected To Witness Final Tussle of Season This afternoon at 2:30 the little brown jug will find out where it will stay this next year. The Orioles will battle with the Islanders to the very finish. I ast year the team brought the Jug back to Charlotte with the score 14 to 0. The Eaton Rapids and Charlotte hands will be present doing their best during the half. Armistice Day brings forth the tra- ditional football game between the two rival teams. With no school this afternoon, a good crowd at the game is anticipated. After their defeat last year, the Islanders will be out to regain the little brown jug . The Orioles will try to defend the jug . A good game should result. Hi-Y Officers Elected For The Coming Year Chapter Has Been Busy Serving at Banquets The Hl-Y hoys held their weekly meeting Monday. November 1. Ap- plications have been issued to forty boys who wish to join. The dub is open to all Junior and senior boys. One of the services this club gives the community is serving at dinners. So far this year they have served at two banquets, one a Rotarian and the other a Masonic game dinner. At the meeting they elected these officers for the coming year: presi- dent. Russell Del and; vice president. Max King; secretary. Dan Fuller; treasurer. Nyle Treloar. The boys will meet every Monday at eight o'clock. There are six Hi-Y jackets missing. If anyone knows the whereabouts of any of them, contact Mr. Bilblc. Their return will lx greatly appre- ciated. Victory On Parade A contest has been staged by the eight A room of the junior high. Mrs. Taylor, the adviser, and the stu- dents decided that It was fair enough to have the boys against the girls. The idea of the contest is to set a goal every semester and buy it with war bonds and stamps. A machine gun and a life raft, totaling to three hundred and fifty-five dollars, were chosen for the first goal. They are making fast progress as the plan goes Into effect, by already having two hundred-seventy-four dol- lars and eighty five cents. The girls are In the lead by fifty-five dollars and fifty-five cents. Page 2 ORANGE BLACK (Member £ oakv£ ORANGE BLACK fcst I92l) Published Bi-Weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Circulation 60U Subscription Rates $.75 STAFF Publisher ..................................Esther Jones Managing Editor....................Nell Cochrane Editor-in-Chief............................Dorothy Furu Sports Editor.................... ...Dick Sleater Alumni Editor.................Kathleen Burchtleld Exchange Editor ...................Amy Chapman Business Manager.............................Donna Hall Circulation Manager................C.lennn Snyder Treasurer.....................................Jean Parr Advertising Manager......... Mary Jane Spagnuolo Assisting Adv. Manager....................Bob Orr Reporters: Connie Beebe. Katherine Conley, Jacquelyn Crittenden. Harry Curran. Marilyn Maurer. Marilyn Pfeifer, Edna Robins. Anna Mae Royston. June Shumaker. Betty Lou Squibb. Donna Vierk. and Berniece Zimmerlee. Armistice Z)ai Exactly twenty-four years ago today, the eleventh hour, month and day. the whole world was at peace. Everyone thought peace forever was here at last. After four long years of 1� I ties on land and sea. the noise of Hun shells was silenced. Men women, and children were laughing, the whole world rejoicing. But crowds of people were sad. for they knew their lioys wouldn't In coming home; yet they knew no more would be lost l ecause the Armistice had been signed between Germany and the Allies. Seven and one-half million men had sacrificed their lives for the struggle between imperialism and liberty. Approximately seven million men spent the rest of their life in hospitals, handicapped by crippled minds and bodies. Glory may be in wars, but peace Is ever so much greater than the portion gained in war. In England, this day Is observed by minutes of silence for special remembrance of the lost; yet we. as Americans celebrate by having colorful foot- ball games, parades, and speeches by war veterans. Today, we cannot celebrate that Armistice full- heart edly Inwause we are engaged In another war striving for another day of peace. Our sacrifices may 1m great, but not too great if they prepare not for a second Armistice, hut for a lasting peace. Jt's 2 oi r Sc iooi Do you take care of your school? Have you picked up all the waste paper in the halls and kept your locker clean? This is your school and it’s up to you to keep it clean. This is one thing that concerns the appearance of the school. Another is the condition in which the furniture is kept. If you have to loosen a screw in the leg of a chair or table, then tomorrow, bring a toy to occupy yourself with. We came here to l� e taught, not to learn to destroy. Some students always feel that when it is necessary to figure, it In Just us easy to do it on the desk tops as on paper. Does this help the uppearance of our school? If each student does his part In keeping our school clean and neat. It will help the looks of the school as well as teaching us to be good citlawns. Why Not Try It? Educational week, which we observed from No- vember 7 to 13. was started by the American Legion. Each day of this time is set aside for the observance of a special line In education. To- day patriotism is stressed. Others recognize church and school relations and home and school relations. Why must this last only a week? Why not observe it Indefinitely? Would it not be much better for us and everyone else? Mr. Bilble: State the number of tons of coal shipped out of the U. S. in any given year. Cliff Martens: 1492—none. Background of Our Token Do You Know— Did you ever think about the Little Brown Jug. 1 Max W ilmore of where it came from and why and how it hap- Donuld H ice pened to originate? The history of that little Roderick Y ales innocent jug dates back in the story of football for nine years. Vernon G res so it started in the year 1934. when Mr. Kenneth Joe 1 auch Parnhill. better known as Coach Barnhill, was Vernon R oyston then instructing the team. While wandering Carl L indblom through a junk yard, one day he spied this little Wayne S teward jug. Yes. folks, that poor jug came from the junk yard. Although it is a copy from some of the Neil C ochrane larger and better known teams, he decided that Roger A sh Charlotte should have a token for effort too. so George N ewcomer picking this item up and bringing to the school, he suggested its use to our rivals. Eaton Rapids. Jack T irrell This jug has gone through a war of Its own. being juggled back and forth between the two school Dick S chnockenberger from year to year. Nyle T reloar Victory failed the Orioles In 1934. the first year Richard U ren of ownership, by a score of 7 to 12. but they Richard D erby catned it back again in 1935 and '36 with top Gaylord Y und scores of 6 to 0. The next four years were vic- tories for the rivals, the scores being '37. 12-0; '38. 8-7; 39. 24-7; '40. 13-ft. In 1941 a hard fought game resulted in a tie. 7-7. But last year's victory •of 13 to 0 Drought the brown jug back to Charlotte. Why Is It? Stop! Beware! BEWARE! ! ! and keep off the grass. As all who enter the building by the front door have noticed, the wire is no longer there and it is up to the students to show their respect for the school by keeping the grass growing. This is a patriotic gesture on the part of the school and there is no reason for letting them down. It Is reported that Mr. Bllhle's history and gov- ernment classes have been subjected to quite lengthy lectures on the subject. Iwt's show him it wasn't a waste of time and breath. Besides it does make the school look better. When Iwy meets girl and only gives her the once over, she thinks he’s cool—but when boy meets girl and he gives her the glad-eye. she thinks he’s fresh. When ln y dates girl and holds her hand, she thinks he’s stuffy—but when boy dates girl and tries to encircle her waist, she thinks he’s been around. When boy escorts girl home and says. Good Night , she’s insulted—but when boy escorts girl home and tries to kiss her she thinks he’s got nerve”. Why Is It? You tell us!! —Marshall Diul. New Yells, PLEASE Are you tired of our old yells? If you are. put on your thinking caps and let the school know some new ones. You students who have been to other schools should have some ideas, so let’s hear them! Get old ones out of your cellars or attics and let’s have some good old school spirit for the basketball team this year. Sftoy and Sir of 7j ic Week Finally locating this well-known senior, your reporter tried to get some information from him. Chicken dinners seem to Ik his favorite dish as far as food is concerned. When he’s not playing football he is usually sleeping. In answer to tin question of women, well • - - he likes them all. Of all Ills activities, football ranks ace-high and asketbal! a close second. He has proved his likings for these sports hy being an active meml er of the team for four years. The Eaton Rapids game today will be his last high school football game. He helped last year to bring the little brown jug back to Charlotte high. Oh. yes. this lad is “Mike Mathews. • • • Mashed potatoes and gravy with steak seems to hit the spot with this senior girl. Her favorite mistimes are dancing, ltowllng and shows. She also is in favor of having skating in the old gym ns she likes to skate. You see her quite often In Bruno’s—taking orders. She enjoys friends and thinks all students are swell. As for hoys. well, they’re all right. She thinks cheerleading is fun. 1 and certainly does a good job of It. She’s not quite sure what she wants to be after she is through with school hut knows she would like to travel This certain person is none other than Mary Jane ‘ Spagnuolo. Meet Newest Enrollee With the great � st of pleasure I give you the newest student of Charlotte high. Several days ago he enrolled In the physical fitness classes and just recently became a member of the band. He Is a most outstanding personality in all his class- es. He has Mr. Hynes’ permission to bark at any- one he thinks Is not acting properly. Yes. he’s a dog. called Capple . What his plans after his graduation are. I don’t know, but I hope he enjoys a long and happy life. Sure hope we win the Little Brown Jug again this year. Get your voices in practice, everybody! Doesn’t Bob Orr look cute in a formal, though? We hear Dick Hicks is getting Lou Ann to sell Christmas cards for him. Well—if you can get away with It—why not? Personal nomination for a cute C.H.S. couple— Anna Mae Royston ami Wayne Steward. The night of October 20. some of the football boys didn’t finish practice until 10 o'clock and the usual time Is about seven o'clock. Is it that they got lost in the park—alone? Delores Michel keeps thinking and thinking— Which shall it Ik - - - Jimmy or Joe?” How did you like those new III' cheerleaders at the Everett game? Good going. Pat Dean and Richard Huffman, slow down the tempo, please! Why Is it Joe Pray and Laurel are caught so often in the halls during classes? Ned Walters was sure interested in getting “Lucy” to Ik his assistant for circulation manager on the Ch irhian staff. Ilinmni- Why? Wouldn't you like to know? Have you see Phyllis White wearing a sweater with an A on It? How about It. Phyllis? What Are They? Teddy bears, fuzzy cats, mixing bowls, egg beat- ers, footballs, pajamas, housecoats, big hair bows, and rubber boots all combined, help form these strange looking creatures that are running around the halls. What are they you ask? Science has given them the name of Girl Reserves”, hut most people call them just plain girls'. The Reverend Richard Steward Beechler Called a hen a most elegant creature. The hen. pleased with that. Laid an egg in his hat. And thus did the hen reward Beechler. Ray: You dance wonderfully well. Barb.: I wish I could say the same for you. Ray: You could, if you He as I do.” ORANGE BLACK Page 3 Charlotte Slides Past Howell 6-0 Mathew Pa � to Mohre is Game’s Only Tally Playing on the Highlander Held. Frl- uay. October 22. the Orioles battled a stubborn Howell team to the score j of 6 to 0. Through having an inexperienced line, the Howell forward wall stopped the Oriole backfleld from any long gains. Twice the Highlanders were in scor- ing position, once on the three yard line, but the Oriole defense stiffened and held. Midway in the third quarter Matthews rifled a pass to Mohre for the tourhdown. M oh re's kick for the extra point WM not good, making the m-ore f to o. The rest of this quarter and all of the fourth quarter were defensive battles with both teams using mostly J straight running plays. The game ended 6 to 0. Orto o 3 ccii iers This was heard in the locker rooms. “Where's the school spirit when the team is behind?” We hear that Tom Martin is going to make a mighty fullback next yeur. The locker room quartet was quiet a few days last week as their leader. I an Fuller, was missing. Have you noticed the team on the way to practice? People have asked why they stop at the grocery store or the gas station. Maybe they need a rest, or is that it? Why is it Hicks and Mohre are al- ways the last ones in the locker I rooms. They say Coach Grindall won't let out the secret of where and how he got his new streamlined bike. Orioles Compete In State Meet At the state crosscountry meet, October 30. in Ypsilanti. Charlotte placed third In the class B . with a score of seventy. First was won by a runner from Ypsilanti. in eleven minutes forty-four and two-tenths sec- onds. Russell Del and. who placed third, ran it in twelve minutes and fourteen seconds. The other individual standings were as follows: Dick Fullerton, eleventh place; Glenn Whltlnger. twelfth; Eugene Royston. twenty-first: and Maurice Tharpe. twenty-third. George Riddle came in twenty-seventh place. Ypsilanti placed first with a score of twenty-eight; Birmingham, second, score sixty-two; Charlotte, third, score seventy: River Rouge, fourth, score eighty-nine; and Trenton, fifth, with a score of ninety-nine. Orange Black Salutes Orange and Black salutes Coach Gobel. who has done so much for our school. He has spent many an hour work ins to train our boys to be good foot- ball and basketball players. Not only does he turn out fine athletes, but also good sports. Not only does he train his boys to learn the tactics of sports nnd sports manshlp. but he advises und informs them on many phases of life. He Is a person to whom the boy look up. and is a friend of them all. The Orioles win many games throughout the year, and this is un- doubtedly due in great part to the training the instructor gives. Assisting Coach Gobel. by helping younger boys. Mr. Grindall has proved himself worthy of his position. So Orange and Black salutes Assistant Coach Grindall and Coach Gobel. FOWLER Chevrolet Sales, Inc. PRAY COMPANY FURNITURE and UNDERTAKING PRIVATE AMBULANCE SERVICE ReNu Shoe Shop W. L. OSBORNE Young’s Jewelry Shop Watches Diamonds - Silverware Clocks - Glassware - Dinnerware Gifts That Last Phone 637 Expert Repairing MUNGER HARDWARE CO. HARDWARE - JOHN DEERE FARM IMPLEMENTS PI.UMBING SUPPLIES - DUPONT PAINT ALLIGATOR PUMPS You Want Them ... We Have Them. Those Walkable, Wearable Shoes that go everywhere all day long. FRED MURRAY CO. I CHARLOTTE CAFE THE HOME OF GOOD FOOD” We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Playing Their Last Game Today there will be seven seniors who will lie playing their last high school football game. Jim Matthews will climax a bril- liant career by starting at the tail back slot for Charlotte. Mike has four years of experience. Dick Hicks will play his last game at left end. Dick has had two years of football. Jack Bobier has been out for three years. This season he has started at right end. The following boys are the reserves. Carroll Phillips has been out for football for two years and now Is sub stltuting guard. Ned Walters has had one year of experience at either end. Although he Is a very active reserve, he will not play in the Eaton Rapids game because of injuries. Bob Betty has practiced three years and is an active reserve center. Max Wilmore has had one year of experience and is a substitute guard. Basketball Practice Gets Underway Basketball practice is about to be- gin and there is an excellent chance that six boys will replace players that have graduated or « 111 graduate at the end of the semester. Three men will he lost to the armed services. Bud Steinman. Jack Clever, and Ralph Shaver, last years regulars, have been graduated. George Mac Donald, another active reserve, is with the Marines. George Riddle, an ex Fruits Vegetables GROCERIES BOB S MARKET Have Your Laundry Done THE EASY WAY By The Community Laundry Everett Downs Charlotte 34-0 Lardie Makes Three Scores As Vikings Take Circuit Lead Lansing Everett high school was victorious over Charlotte high 34-0. Bob Lardie. Everett ace. scored three touchdowns on end sweeps of 70. 15. and 5 yards. Jack Fredricks made the remaining t« o touchdowns. It was the Vikings' third victory of the season and maintained an unde- feated but twice tied record. It was the second loss for the Orioles with no ties. perienced forward, will go to the Army before the first game. Bob Pa ton. reserve forward, and Jim Matthews, a veteran with three years of service. « 111 go to the Army early in the second semester. The following members of last year's squad. Wayne Steward. Ned Walters. Ray Mohre. Jim Matthews, and Dick Hicks will form the nucleus of this season's team, according to Coach Gobel. BOUSKA SON WALLPAPER and PAINT FLOOR SANDING Phone 344-W 107 W. Lawrence JOHNSON’S H-C SINCLAIR SERVICE Corner of Main and Henry Charlotte Home Dairy aansnmnasniMrasssMunaiiraManasMHHMH GOOD FOOD and ICE CREAM ANDY SCHWEGLER. Prop. A NEW SHIPMENT OF RAYON AND WOOL HEAD SCARFS and FASCINATORS AN Colors and Sizes 69c - $1.98 VAUGHN RAGSDALE CHAS. P. MULHOLLAND. Manager Shelden Lumber Co. w BEST WISHES Page 4 ORANGE BLACK Two Junior Girls I Tppermost In First Honor Roll of Tear Eighth Grade Comes Through With Fifteen; Seniors Close at Fourteen Starting off the year with a hang, the eighth grade tops the Hat with fifteen on the honor roll. The twelfth grade runs a close second by coming in with fourteen. There are sixty- five names in all. Betty Sumerlx and Virginia Shaw, both Juniors, have all A’s. The following is a list of the names of those on the honor roll: Twelfth Grade Joan Barnes. Anna Mae Royston. Connie Beebe. Mary Scovill, lla Hal- sey. Donna Vierk. Dorothy Heinze, Esther Jones. Carroll Phillips. Donna French. Amy Chapman. Dorothy Furu. Marian Sloan and Wayne Steward. Smith. Dorene Thompson, and Mari lyn Upright. Ninth Grade Joyce Bretl. Robert easier. Albert Foster. Shirley Gordon. Richard Hut- chinson. Nancy Kerekes. Carl Lind- blom. Harriet Mayhew. Barbara Mc- Grath. Delores Michel. Martha Rochester. Mary Sanders. Robert Shaull. Jacquelyn Yund, and Wanda Wing. Eighth Grade Keith Berry. Roselyn Buckley. Doris Burgess. Betty Chase. Peter Kardel. Kmogene Magoon. Milford Mason. Vir ginia Royston.. Russell Santee. Pat Shlels. Phyllis Smallwood. Peggy Skellcy. Charlotte Sutherland. Mary Ix u Terwilliger. and Joanne Willard. Seventh Grade Bob Brown. Barbara Lou Jordan. Barbara Lindblom. Barbara McKeag. and Betty Shoemaker. jitumni 7 eivs Philip Sherman. '41. returned from Ann Arbor to spend a six day leave with his wife. Robert Rauser. 41. of Great Lakes spent several days with his parents before he returned to Great Lakes for his transfer. Ted Packard, stationed at Muroc Army Air Rase. Muroc. California. I has been promoted to the rank of I sergeant. Jane Muiholiand is employed in j the Red Cross. Home Service Divi- sion. in Lansing. Phyllis Thornton has the position I of secretary to the professors in the landscape department at Michigan State College at Lansing. Belle Jane Willett is employed at 1 the Michigan Bell Telephone Com- pany in the traffic department. Recent furloughs of boys from i C. H. S. have been Harry Stucky. '43; Willard Mikesell. 43; Gerald Smith. '42; and Neil Clever. '40. Beg Your Pardon Marion Sloan, senior, is also a new member of our school. Edna Robins, whose name appeared in the glee club list, is not a member. Glenna Snyder and June Shumaker ure members whose names were omit- ted. Sally Hale Is the freshman presi- dent for this year. Elwood Martin's address is now Camp Huston. The dance in the last home talent assembly was by eight junior girls and not the Hags' . P.F.C. Jack Krieg. '42. Is celebrat- ing recent promotion to private first class. Neil Clever is a professional foot- Eleventh Grade Mary Lou Caughey. Joyce Suther . „ , . .. .� land. Mary Ellen Freed. Eleanor haW player in the Na y Sloan. Jack Hess. Laurel Starr. Bev- erly Lipsey. Dorothy Walker. Virginia Shaw (all A's). Joe Pray and Betty Sumerlx (all A's). Tenth Grade Helen Bumford. Marian Cheney. PorUa Craven. Joyce Denison, John Gardner. Wayne Holmes. Cleone Do Your Christmas Shopping Early Use Our Lay away Plan W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry Gifts MAIN SWEET SHOP Delirium Sodnw nml Siimlm-w Phone 164 BRUNO SPAGNUOLO. Proprietor MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Granite Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan BEST WISHES Eaton County Sheriff’s Depf. Pocket Knives Flashlights K U T S C H E’S Guns HARDWARE Ammunition ROSEACRE fLOWfR ICE CREAM HOT LUNCHES HAMBURGERS TRY OI R DELICIOUS GRILLED STEAKS FOR A PERFECT EVENING MEAL GREEN LIGHT RESTAURANT Open 7 A. M. to 7 P. M. Except Sundays BEN H. FELSKA. Prop. Jtevenscn ludio FOR Better Photographs COMPLIMENTS OF CHARLOTTE CANDY CO Best Movies of the season at EATON THEATRE L. L. Johnson Lumber Co. 563 N. Main St. Phone 379 Charlotte. Mich. Community Oil Co TEXACO PRODUCTS Corner of Lawrence Bostwick Aves. Republican-Tribune Want Advt’s For Quick Sales iroas ecos© SOT LUMBER COAL PHONE No. 9 THANKSGIVING FILLER UPI I ! Volume 18 ORANGE BLACK Got Tho� « Report Card Blue ? THE CHAHH IAN” CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN, WEDNESDAY. NOVEMBER 24. 1943 Issue 4 Honor Plaque Completed; Placed In Lower Hall Mr. Murray Finishes Memorial; Dedicated November 11 Lost year the Journalism class start- | ed the Service Honor Roll with Rath- er Bradley In charge. This was be- Kim by collecting the names of Char- lotte alumni who were In uniform The list has been continued with June Shumaker In charge of U this year. Mr. Allan Murray Is responsible for the board upon which these names are mounted, having made and fin Jshed it The school board purchas'd the head for it and Mr. Murray has also done all the lettering. Miss Wini- fred Wells has Ihoii Mr. Murray's as sistant in this work. There are only two names of the same two hundred and eighty on the plaque that are In gold. So far as is known all Charlotte high alumni who are In or have been In the service have their names plac- ed upon this plaque The oldest is that of Ralph M. Dean, who graduat ed in 1916. Mr. Hans Kardel Speaks At Armistice Program Judge Raidle Dedicates Completed Service Honor Roll Plaque “Our Relationship With Other Na- tions was the topic of Mr. Kardel’s Armistice Day address to the student body. Mr. Kardel. tieing from Den- mark. realize the situations of the | different countries' relationships und j attitudes. He stressed tolerance, part Icularly. The customary flag salute was led ' by Joe Ondra. then Dorothy Furu Introduced Commander Claude Beh- rens of American Legion who gave to Mr. McCall the scholarship awards for the outstanding eighth grade boy und girl. These uward presentations will be made at graduation time In June. Phyllis Hack sang. Say a Prayer For the Boys Over There . She was accompanied by Phyllis Wletzke. In behalf of the student council. Stanley Raidle dedicated the Service honor roll. The plaque contains the names of 2S2 people in the service of Untie Sams big urmy. Mayor Rob Orr assisted Stanley Raidle In the un- voting. Before the dedcoiion there was a, thirty second silence In memory and honor of those who have fallen in this, wur and the last. Following Mr. Raidle � address taps were blown to complete the dedlca- ton und In memory of Francis Fla- herty and Max Gee. whose names are printed on the plaque in gold. It’s a-Comin’ Nov 25-26: Thanksgiving vaca- tion «Turkey?� Dec 3: BasketImiII with Lake- ‘ view, there, diet's go) Dec. 6 Movies (Another rest ; period Dec 9: Xmas program—grades. CSpose we’ll see Santa?) Dec. 10: Everett here. Dec 14: Grand U dge. there. Student Council Reports Activities Back Row: Mr . Weymouth standing. Richard Hoffman, Eric Furu. Bob Betty. Francis Kane. Keith Frey. Bob Orr. Vernon Royston. Mr. Hynes. Front Row: George Bruce. Virginia Royston, Barbara Lindblom. Lo s Willard, Anna Mae Royston. Dorothy Furu. Joyce Dennison. Boys Present Minstrel Show The seventh and eighth grade hoys presented an interesting minstrel show for the third, fourth, fifth and sixth grades of Hawthorne and Gram- mar and the high school students on November 12. Peter Kardel acted as the interlocu- tor. Those who took the part of end men were Milford Mason. Gaylord Yund. Judson Richardson, and David Fullerton. Other members of the cast who sang and told Jokes were Alton Farlin. George Bruce. I e Cur- ry. Vernon Royston. Earl Rolter. Bill French. Ion Crawford. Charles Mart- ens. Gerald Starr. Clifford Shults. Russell Heals. Dick Johnson. Gayland Williamson. Roy Jones. Carl Rullson. George Newcomer. Russell Santee. Charles Wright. Harold Wright. Dick Allen. Jon Briggs. Duane Rosenbrook. Boh Brown. Herbert Packard. Kenyon Sherman. Nelson Farlin. Glen Kar- del. Joey Turkey. Bruce I avengood. Sam Collizzl. Teddy Martin. Win- field Pardee and Clinton Frar. This program was also presented at the Lions Club on Wednesday. Miss Elaine Meyer directed the show and Mrs. I eora Weymouth played the accompaniment at the piano. C.H.S. Tops In Bond Contest In glancing at the results of the I war Inind selling contest It was discov- ered that so far Charlotte is way out in front witih $451.00. Grand Ledge! has only $34.25 and Eaton Rapids de- • dined to enter the contest. The average per pupil has not yet been determined so the good work will have to Ik- kept up. This contest will end with the month of November. Dayton Fisher had a furlough re- cently. Mayor Orr Suggests Students Participate Athletic Ticket Plan Proves Successful The student council has had four meetings and good attendance with nearly all representatives from the various grades present at each meet- ing. This year the student council is co-1 operating with the P. T. A. recreation- al programs in every way possible, j Committees have been appointed by I the mayor to help make these pro grams a success. Jack Hess was chosen general chairman over all the standing committees. Dorothy Furu is in charge of the assembly programs with Tom Martin. Joan Easley. Beverly Paton. and Ar- thur Steward as helpers. Finance committee composed of Mary Ig u Bolder and Betty Lou Squibb, had complete charge of the selling of athletic tickets. Mayor Bob Orr said. The athletic fund shows that from the athletic tickets this year more money was made than from the activity tickets of last year He also stated that meetings are held at a definite time, the first Wednes day in every month, and he hopes that the students will give their Ideas to their representatives that they might bring them up at one of the meetings. The auction sale held Monduy. No ! vember 8 was made a success i through the co-operation of the stu- cuts and faculty of the school. Meet The Custodian On talking to this gentleman, it was discovered he went to a Marine En- : glneering school. Formerly he was in the Navy. He seems very shy and reserved. Being custodian of a school is not new for him. for he served a school at Gallo way Lake in that capacity. Mr. Tellas. our new janitor, says the first days were O. K. and hopes the rest go as well as the first. Gov. Kelly Speaks At Banquet Misjudgment of Youth Main Subject of Speech Governor Harry F. Kelly, spoke at j the ninth annual football-hand Imn quet, held In Charlotte high school. November 16. Mr. Kelly spoke of how the youth of today was regarded by Japan. Ger- many. and Italy. These nations thought American youth was soft” because of the many modern conven- iences and entertainments provided for them. On the contrary, he said, as an ex- ample. the football players are taught u sportsmanship and a determination that the children of other eountric will never know. The speaker pointed out that Michi- gan has always been first in taking purt In the war effort. In conclusion, the governor compar- t'd the boys fighting to a spear-head ! eing pushed by the handle formed by the folks hack home. The prolonged applause showed the appreciation of the crowd for Gover- nor Kelly's inspiring address. Busy Girl Reserves Start 43 Activities The meeting of the Girl Reserves was called to order by the president. Lucille LaPoint, on Wednesday. No- vember 17. It was decided to have a picture taken for the Charhlan. Skirts and sweaters are to be worn by each one. Initiation was held Monday. Novem- ber 22. for six new girls. Barbara Ball. Marian Ball. Gertrude Heinze. Clara Mae Morey, laurel Starr and Norma Tanner, who are joining the club. This will make an active quota of twenty-five girls, if any girl is interested in joining the club she must see Betty Sumerix. The subject of a hayride was brought up at the meeting but noth- ing definite was decided. After the business meeting was adjourned, the rest of the evening was spent cutting out Iwxes for the Navy Mothers. They haw made a total of forty-five l� oxes at five cents each. Cookies were served. The next meet- ing is to be held in December. New Cheer Leaders Chosen By Pep Club S-S-S-s-s’. Boom! Bah! Have you seen the new cheerleaders? After a tryout on Wednesday. November 17. three new cheerleaders. Carolyn Fields. Glenna Mae Snyder and Lou Ann Potter, were chosen. In an interview. Lucille I aPolnt. a senior cheerleader, said. “It looks as though we have prospects of good cheerleading for the coming year. I hope that everyone will stick behind the cheerleaders at the basketball games nncl pep meetings and really YELL! ORANGE BLACK Page 2 (Member ORANGE BLACK EumT) Published Bi-Weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Circulation 600 Subscription Rates $.75 STAFF Publisher Managing EMitor EMitor-in-Chief Dorothy E'uru Sports EMitor Alumni EMitor Kathleen Burchfield Exchange EMitor Business Manager Circulation Manager Treasurer Advertising Manager Assistant Advertising Manager..............Bob Orr Reporters: Connie Beebe. Neil Cochrane. Kathe- rine Conley. Jacquelyn Crittenden. Marylln Maurer. Marilin Pfeifer. Edna Robins. Anna May Royston. June Shumaker. Betty Lou Squibb. Donna Vierk. Berniece Zimmerlee. $ust S3e 7j iankfui While visiting a nearby farm. I came upon a forlorn turkey who looked so woe begone it was pitiful. As I came nearer I could hear him mut- tering to himself. Gracious It Is so hard to believe that that dreadful day Is here again. Now 1 shnll spend another tedious twenty-four hours worrying about whether this is my year or not. My mother and father have ten gold stars in our window now , for my brothers and sisters who gave their lives for the overseas boys’ dinner. My best girl friend and I can’t get married until after this awful, dreadful day that comes to every young turkey’s life. Oh. worry, worry, will my woes never end? | Maybe - - • they will after - - - oh. I can't bear to think of it. Tljen looking at me. he signed and said. Dear friend, you don’t know how lucky you are.” Lucky?” 1 replied. In what ways do you mean?” As a big tear rolled down his cheek he replied. You never have that awful day to look forward to fearfully.” I then answered. You think we are lucky? Look at the turmoil we are in today. Do you think we are lucky living dny by day waiting for word of a beloved one who Is away giving the su- preme sacrafice—his life? Are we really lucky. Mr. Turkey? At that he looked up and smiled. You are right, and I am sorry I was so selfish. It will be easier now—thank you. So jCong, 5d. Gone are those good old school days for our friend EM. who after nearly eight long years of hard and easy easy work in Charlotte high school Is now working at Wilcox Gay no. 1. From the first thing in the morning to the last thing at night. Ed along with the other janitors was always around tending the fire, doing repair work, seeing to many errands and cleaning up the building. He never missed the games or any event that took place in and around the school. EM knew long before bund what events were going to take place, the time, and the purpose of the meeting, so everything would be like clock work when the appointed hour came. Even though EM isn’t around the school any- more. the students remember him for his kind- ness and willingness to do. and he also w-anls the students to know. I like my work here at the factory but I sure miss the students and faculty of the high school. Why Not Now.7 Oh. throw it out the window. Just don't leave it in the car. Is that the theme of all the waste paper that finds itself on the north side of the school? Are you a neat appearance sabateur? The street and lawn looks as though someone were. Why not place all refuse In the respective abodes as it should he. Orchids 7Jo— Miss Eulalia Toms, the home economics girls and the Hl-Y boys who helped to make the footlutll- i band hunquet a success. Many hours were spent by the girls preparing the food under the supervision of Miss Toms and Mrs. Dell. The Hi-Y boys served the coffee and the girls served the food. The girls participating were as follows: Colleen Jones. Dorothy Filbert. Shirley Gordon. Melvina Taylor. Ruth Smith. Mary Sanders. Maxine Dillin. Donna Sayles. Byllie Chase. Shirley Roth. Jane McLane. Harriet Mayhew. Elsie Smith. Mary Jane Krussel. Betty Sawyer. Rose Dunning. Joyce Bretl. | Yvonne Scutt. Anna Mae Thornton. Delores Michel. Sallle Hale. Maxine Pratt. Donna Scovlll. Irene Livingston. Beverly unamberlain. Joyce Walker. Nancy Kerekes. Bethel Parker. Irene Clark. I,ou Anne Potter, and Rosemary Riley. These girls worked In the kitchen: Josephine Harag. Evelyn Hodges, and June Smutts. The Hl-Y boys, who served coffee, are: Joe Ondra. Clifford Martens. Nyle Treloar. Jack Hess. Robert Paton. Russell Deland. and Bill Smiley. Arc Yow A Quiz Kid? Do you kmw the allied planes?I)o you know how the flag should be displayed? Do you know what hash marks” and “K. P. mean? Do you know how the Navy gets names for its ships? Do you know the requirements for a Wac and a Wave? You can find the answers to these questions and many more In a very interesting book Our Armed Forces found In the library. There are three copies of this book so If you want to find these answers look through the Irook and read what you want. Mrs. Iauch reports thut she has many good hooks to read and will help you find them. By Way of The Grapevine” From the Central Luminary (Kansas City) we noted that they have a rather unique way of gath- j ering news from the general student l ody. Boxes are placed in the halls and any one who has inter- esting material for the paper deposits it in a box. ' This gives everyone a chance to do his part in keeping the school paper a student publication as nuch as possible. We think the students of Potoskey high school are doing a tine job in putting our their school paper. They have no class in journalism this year and the work is done entirely by volunteers. The Dream Girl Our conception of u dream girls Is: Edna Robins’ .......................... hair Betty LeVanWay’s ................... glasses Venice Parr's ....................... lashes Patsy lewis’ ......................... ti.th E'ranees Smith's .................... giggle Pat Dean’s .....'................ .. boots Mary King's ................. speaking voice Amy Chapman's ......................... walk Joan EMsley's ...................... south Mary Scovill's ...................... figure Marylin Maurer’s ...................... coat Sallie Hale's ......................... eyes Anna Mae Royston's....good sportsmanship Joyce Walker's ....................... nose Beverly Paton’s ...................... legs Marilin Pfeifer’s .................... lips Mary June Spagnuolo's.......athletic ability Juanita Hoover’s ................ complexion Ixniise ShauU's ................ expressions S3oy and Sir of Ttho Week Your reporter caught this boy dashing to ag. class between sixth and seventh hours. Agricul- ture. by the way. is his favorite subject. He comes from the farm and doesn’t mind doing chores. He thinks chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy tops everything in eats. The sport he likes best Is basketball. When asked al out women, he stated. They're all right in their place, but • • - Draw your own conclusions, lie's about five feet ten, has blue eyes and black hair. He is the l oy of the week because he. with the help of three or four others, brought in about six and one half tons of scrap. This senior boy Is none other than Wayne Steward. This pretty senior girl, who is u member of the Screwy Scrappers. was found In the study hall looking down at her l ook. Whether she was studying or thinking, it was hard to say. Bicycle riding is her favorite sport, and next in line comes roller skating and Ice skating. As to shows, she sees a lot of them, but does not care for war pictures. She looks forward to week-ends, where she goes to the country at “Home Sweet Home. During the week she stays with her aunt and takes care of little Judy. Spaghetti and meatballs is her favorite dish, and for dessert • • • well, she’ll take chocolate Ice cream any day. Amy Is her Im sI girl friend, and as for l� oys. he rr-rfers them tall, with dark hair. MB is not In school. Her one grief is that the army has taken so many. As to her school subjects, band comes first. When she graduates, she plans to go into Cadet Nurse Training. Now that you know so much about this little lassie, it would only Ik fair to tell you that her name is Mary E’llen Baker. New dishwipers in home economics are Tommy Martin. Hilding Krusell, Virgil Archer, and Charles Weaver. Girls, take a tip from the boys. Jack Bolder had an extra rider last week. Did you notice Miss Wells’ shock when EMna Robins spit out her gum without being asked? Just a mistake. The three farmerettes from ag-10 had a good time at the judging contest with EMton Rapids. Tuesday. Many have stiff necks from looking at our Ser- vice Honor Roll. Why Is it. Bob Paton. Cliff Martens, and Merle Davids, go out to Emma Grange? Could It be the girls? Whose coat is it. that Pat Dean carries around at all the games? It could belong to the cornet section. Did anyone see someone else take the footballs or musical notes from the banquet tables at the football-band banquet? How do you like the snow? Bye now and don’t eat too much tomorrow. Friend - Ah. professor, I hear your wife has had twins, boys or girls? New Papa Moron— Wall, I believe one is a girl and the other is a boy. but R may be the other way around. Oh! That Female! A III' red-head was found hiding In Mr. Bilbie's closet; but it was impossible for him to keep her concealed from his students in second hour govern- ment class. She was far too pretty to Ik locked in a closet. Upon hearing a slight noise, some one opened the door and out walked a shy little female, and was the a knock out! Those eyes were enough to drug any lw y. Her bright hair rested lux- uriously al)out her neck. You can Just Imagine Mr. Bilbie’s embarrassment at the class, finding out alK)ut his deep dark secret. They say all good things have to come out. Miss Wells did her good deed for the day by breaking up this so-called friendship . Don't Ik misled, as it was only a stray kitten. But the question is. How did she get locked in his closet? Orange and S3 Jacks It is quite interesting to know that our school papers are being sent to boys in different camps. If any student Is sending his paper to someone in the service, the journalism class would like to know. Just to find out how wide our circulation Is. Tell your third hour teacher where you have sent copies, and the data will Ik collected and used In our next Issue. ORANGE 6. BLACK Page 3 Orioles To Play First Game December 3 Oriole “B” Team Beats Islanders Reserves, I 3 to 0 New Lakeview Gymnasium To Be Dedicated Indication of the new high school gymnasium at Lakeview will take place December 3. when Charlotte, will meet the Spartans In the first basket Imi I game of the season. The game starts at seven o'clock central war time. Iloskins and Tanzola are returning 1 from last year’s team. Mathews. Hicks. Mohrc. Walters, and Steward are members of last year’s Oriole tram and may In expect- ed to appear on the floor this season. Tjivo Orto os yifigrato This senior boy lias left our school to go in the army. He Is five feet eleven inches tall, ran on the cr ms- country team. As for girls, he says They’re O. K. This good looking l� oy was often seen walking with his girl who is ??? His favorite dish is South- ern fried chicken, which we hope he gets plenty of in the army. Of c urse you've guessed by now that George Kiddle is his name. Another certain person was vice- president of the F. F. A., also a full- back on the football team. He left for the army last Tuesday and wishes | to In an M. IV He likes ice cream the ! best of anything there is to eat. and says that his favorite girl is a graduate of 43 . As for girls In general. ( They're 0. K.” As you probably have guessed by this time, this junior is Dick Carrigan. Oriole Feathers Basketball started Wednesday. No- vember 17. The football boys enjoyed the ban quet. but the disgrunted physical fit- ness boys had to clean up the gym. Girls Take a tip from the boys about doing kitchen work. The foot lull and truck members gave Dick Carrigan and George Rid die a real send-off Tuesday when they left for the army. Playing on the Charlotte field, the Oriole reserves partially atoned for the first team loss at Baton Rapids on Armistice day. Joe Pray, second team fullback, cli- maxed long drives downfield by smashing over from the 20-yard-llne twice. Jack Martin, quarter-hack, drove through tackle for the extra point. The other attempted conversion was a pass that was incomplete. The Baton Rapids ground attack wus held down to practically nothing as ihe Charlotte line, led by Betty and Ackley, stopped everything com- ing their way. The starting line-up for Charlotte was as follows: Zimmerlee. I.e. Ackley, l.t. Thompson. I.g. Betty, c. (acting captain i Wilmore. r.g. Allen, r.t. Peck. r.e. Martin, q.b. Derby, r.h. Mohre. I.h. Pray. f.b. Orioles To Play Everett; First Home Game of Year On December tenth. Charlotte will have its first home game of the season, playing host to Everett high school of («ansing. The Southsiders have a strong team with seven veterans returning. The leading scorers for Everett are Uhl and Conner, closely followed by l ardie. Charlotte is less fortunate with only six veterans returning. Mathews. Hicks. Mohre. and Walters are regu- lars of last years' squad. Out of the two games played be- tween Charlotte and Everett last year, each won the game on its home court. Fruits Vegetables GROCERIES BOB S MARKET FOWLER Chevrolet Sales, Inc. Pocket Knives Flashlights K U T S C H E'S HARDWARE Guns Ammunition CONGRATULATIONS and BEST WISHES TO YOUR SCHOOL FOR 1943 First N ational Rank Everyone Treasures Leisure Moments AND A CHANCE TO SUP HIS FEET INTO SLIPPERS BUY GIFT SLIPPERS AT FRED MURRAY CO. CHARLOTTE CAFE THE HOME OF GOOD FOOD We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night VT2 Tests Taken By Three Boys The V-12 tests were taken. Tuesday Novem Iter 9. at 9:00. Jerry Sherman from Charlotte, one boy of Eaton Rap- ids and one from Vermontville were the Itoys who took them. The tests, lasting two hours were given under the supervision of Mr. Mead and Mr. Hynes. After they were finished each one was sealed and mailed to the army headquarters where they will lie checked. Hi-Y High Lights Fun was reported by the Hi-Y boys, when they took their hay ride Mon- day night. Their being assistants at the foot- ball-hand banquet must have btN n spread around, because the Wilcox- Gay wants thirty waiters for their banquet. December 14. Delegates are being sent to the old- er hoys’ conference in Lansing. De- cember 10-11. At the last meeting the boys played basketball. They divided into four teams. Now they plan on organiz- ing a league of six teams. Every Monday night at 8:00 o’clock the boys have a meeting. The A ft P quartet furnish the lead- ership for the group singing. V Gresso Is the musical director. Two Hi-Y jackets are still on the missing list. Mr. Bllble hopes they will rejoin the prodigal which w'as returned last week. Robert Baker. ’39. has been sta- tioned in the Hawaiian Islands but expects to In? transferred to the air corps on his return. MAIN SWEET SHOP DeliriouM Sodnn mid SundnrN Phone 164 BRUNO SPAGNUOLO. Proprietor Eaton Rapid Tops Orioles At 13-7 Football Team Loses “Little Brown Jug” to Islanders Thursday. November 11. turned out to be a tragic day for the Charlotte Orioles as the Eaton Rapids Islanders charged through for their second score and the final tally of the game leaving them with the victorious score of 13-7. Things ran smoothly for the Char- lotte Orioles in the first quarter and hopes were high as Mathews ran around left end in the first few min- utes of the game making Charlotte's first and only score. Sensing, by this first touchdown, the tough game ahead the Islanders fought back with all they had. The results of their effort were shown in the second quarter as they drove past Charlotte’s line for their first six points. The run for the point was good, making the score seven all. Continuing the charge, the Eaton Rapids eleven again in the second quarter broke through for a touch- down hut failed to make the extra point leaving the score 13-7 in favor of the Islanders. The two teams fought equally hard in the last half, hut both failed to score; therefore the game ended Baton Rapids 13. Charlotte. 7. Bill Frace. '43. is home with an honorable discharge. BEST WISHES Eaton County Sheriff’s Dept. JOHNSON’S H C SINCLAIR SERVICE Corner of Main and Henry Do Your Christmas Shopping Early Use Our Lay-away Plan W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry Gifts JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE 200 CHARLOTTE. MICH. WILCCX-GAy CORPORATION MANUFACTURERS OF NATIONALLY FAMOUS “RECORRI0” Shelden Lumber Co. If BEST WISHES Page 4 ORANGE BLACK Local Scrap Drive Effort Shows Favorable Results Although there were only u few who participated in the scrap drive, the results were very favorable. The scrap totals brought in were as fol- lows : Charlotte ................ 6.885 lbs. Eaton ...................... 200 lbs. Carmel ................... 3.300 lbs. Chester .................. 4.500 lbs Benton ................ 2.100 lbs. Screwy Scrappers 2.600 lbs. Eighth Grade ............. 2.S50 lbs. Seventh Grade ............ 2.510 11m� . Sixth Grade ................ 125 lbs. Fifth Grade ................ 710 lbs. Fourth Grade ............. 1.625 II� . First Grade ................. 25 II� . Miscellaneous ............ 5,250 lbs. Total 32.6S0 lbs. Students Take Part In Auction Sale A student assembly held November 8. provided four interesting films on world problems of today and yester- day. An auction sale, conducted by Art Steward, was held after the pictures. Articles that were placed on sale had been in the lost and found depart- ment since the Iteginning of the year, und had never been claimed by any of the students. There were pens, pencils, rulers, tiooks. sewing kits. rubl ers. tennis shoes, clothing, and many other items that had a bid laid on them. More than 90 articles were sold. A balance of $10.13 was taken in, this sum going to the student council for its different expenses. Jack Thornton returned to Florida where he is now stationed. He ex- pects to be sent to some other base. Young’s Jewelry Shop Watches • Diamonds - Silverware Clocks • Glassware • Dinnerware “Gifts That Last Phone 637 Expert Repairing Community Dance Has Good Turnout Charlotte high's doors were open to everyone Saturday. Nov. 13. when there was dancing in the ohl gym. The dancing started at 9:00 o’clock and lasted until 12:00. The music was furnished by Art Steward and his “Stardusters.” There was a variety of dances done during the evening, the circle two step and square dance ! eing enjoyed by everyone. While this was going on. the new gym was also in use. with ping pong end badminton games for those who did not like to dance. The admission for the evening was twenty-live cents a person. There was pop on sale in the lobby for those who danced too hard There were about one hundred fifty people present and such a good time was reported that it is thought that there should be another in the near future. Paper Drive Results Junior high gathered nine tons of paper for the scrap drive which add- ed ninety dollars to their treasury. Trucks were furnished by Powers Trucking Co.: Cheneys Funeral Home: Prays Funeral Home: John- son Lumber Company; Russell San- tee. und Thomas Bruce. Trailers were supplied by Richard Schroeder. Malcolm Goltel and Harley Coplin. PRAY COMPANY FURNITURE and UNDERTAKING PRIVATE AMBULANCE SERVICE FOR DEPENDABLE SERVICE CALL AT BAUM’S YOUR STANDARD DEALER Lubrication Washing Tire Inspection - Phone 9177 COMPLIMENTS OF Clever Implement Coal Co. F. F. A. Initiation On Tuesday night. November 9. 1943, the F. F. A. held their Green Hand initiation. There were eleven members present: out of the eleven, eight were initiated. They are Don- aid Hice. Milton Horn. Jack Tirrell. Charles Weaver. John Loucks. Dale Loveland. Errnan Royston. and Roger Ash. From some reports Mr. Shcroe- der wasn't missed. The older mem- bers present were Keith Gidner. How- ard Cherry and Wayne Steward. After the initiatlan refreshments of coffee and doughnuts w cre served by Mrs. Schroeder. 7 civs Cecil Reed. U. S. N . is home on a twenty day leave, visiting his wife und parents and getting acquainted with his new son. Jeanette Gardner. '43. has enrolled as a student nurse in the University of Michigan school of nursing. Philip Snyder writes that he is just twelve hours out of Hollywood. Vance Jensen. '40. has been promot- ed to sergeant. He is now located at Municipal Airport. Oakland. Californ- ia. 380, the Fighter Squad. ReNu Shoe Shop W. L. OSBORNE Jtpvcnscn fti die FOR Better Photographs Best Movies of the season at EATON THEATRE Screwy Scrappers Scrap the Axis The “Screwy Scrappers , five senior girls. Dorothy Heinze. Mary Jane Spugnuolo. “Lucy LaPoint Mary El- len Baker and Amy (Thapman. decided to get busy last Tuesday and really do their part in helping Uncle Sam in the scrap drive. It seems that they had a successful day. as they collected almut two tons of metal. Although it was hard work, the girls reported that they had a lot of fun as they scoured the country for every available piece of wrap. In their travels they found only one unpatriotic citizen who refused to give . Everyone else seemed more than glad to contribute us much as he could. Carroll Orr is home on a five day leave. He is now stationed In Okla- homa. RCSEACRE r Lcwrii Bicycle Repairs Yates Hardware MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Granite Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan School Lunches AND Real Ice Cream WHERE? Charlotte Home Dairy Jay Sandwich Shop EARL J. LAVENGOOD. PROP. A NEW SHIPMENT OF RAYON AND WOOL HEAD SCARFS and FASCINATORS ALL COLORS and SIZES 69c ■� $1.98 VAUGHN RAGSDALE DOUGLAS MULHOLLAND. Assistant Manager Republican •Tribune Want Aclvt’s For Quick Sales c®fc®cffia-p sts?®a kwwtDBaa ©a. Troas WW seas® LUMBER COAL PHONE No. 9 DON’T PEEK Volume 18 ORANGE BLACK “THB CHARHIAN” CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY. DECEMBER 16. 1943 BE GOOD ISSUE 5 ehr Iflirarlr nf thr JRangrr firings Siftings nf Sr up Jlrarr With the day of Christman drawing nearer and nearer, what are the feelings in the hearts of the people of the war-torn world? This year there will be no feeling of security, no feeling of Peace on earth, good will toward men. The surging happiness that man has always felt at Christmas time will be gone. Many people in far off lands who are losing their loved ones, having their homes ruthlessly bombed, and seeing their cherished possessions taken away, wonder if there will ever be peace again? But yet, even though the spirit of Christmas has been forgotten by u few people, people who seek to conquer the world and pretend that they are fearless, the many that are left seem to feel a new hope in their hearts. They know that they are not alone in their strife. They know the wondrous story of the Christ child, which they repeat and as they do so. they cannot forget what He stands for. As a result they know a new feeling of hope and peace. They have strength and courage to go on to face the cold reality, knowing that there will be true peace and good will toward men again. They smile once more. Grade Children Present Operetta Shortage of Help is Solved By Mrs. Santa Claus' Good Suggestion An operetta was presented by the students from the third, fourth, fifth, and sixth grades of the Grammar and Hawthorne schools, at the high school, December 10. The story is about Santa Claus, who returns to the North to And that all his workers have been called to gov- ernment defense work. What about toys for Christmas? Mrs. Santa Claus suggests a plan and they broad- cast for volunteers. The school chil- dren offer their services to Santa Claus and everything works out for the best. The named cast was Santa Claus, Jimmy Lavengood; Mrs. Santa Claus, Yvonne Hill: Uncle Sam. Kenneth Spurks; Keek. Kack. Ko. DICK Claflin, Billy McKeag. and Jimmy Wilson; Santa’s Helper . Jimmy Taylor. Don Shamp. and Davie Hoover; and a Boy Scout. Jimmy Gammage. There were group choruses of Broken Dolls. Clowns. Nurse Dolls. Tin Soldiers, and Columbia Dolls. The grade teachers assisted the director. Miss Elaine Meyer and Mrs. Leora Weymouth was the accompan- ist. To The Student Body Some have asked if they might make suggestions for assemblies. The committee is always glad to have them. Five people can run out of Ideas, so come ahead and tell us what you’ve dreamed up. That means you junior high people, too. This barber shop singing contest coming up tomorrow is to see what students will do when they are given a chance to volunteer. I've heard four or five groups singing around school. There are more than that. Come out of your dark corner. You who sit on the side lines are the ones who need the practice of getting up before a group. Let's see at least fifteen groups turn out for this con- test tomorrow. Prizes will be offered for the best singing. Your assembly chairman. Dorothy Furu. Four Charlotte Boys Attend Hi-Y Conference An Informal Discussion Group Meets In Lansing Four boys were selected by the HI-Y club to represent them In the annual Older Boys' Conference held in Iainsing. The boys selected to go were Rus- sell DeLand. Francis Kane. Bill Smiley, and Art Steward. The conference started about 9:00 A. M Friday. December 10th. They stayed over night and came back Saturday. When interviewed. Russell I)el and stated. I never thought I could have that much fun at a conference.'’ New Names On The Service Honor Roll New names have been added to the honor roll in the high school. Some have left recently and others have been in service for some time but were Just reported. The additions are: John Butler'38; Douglas Cam- eron. '35: Gene King. '31; Bruce j Hinckley. '30; Kenneth Gilding. ’31; Russell Nash. '39: Russell Pelton, ’37; George Willard. 43; Albert Austin, ; '35; Harold Zimmerman. '35; Jack Snow. '43; and Ivan Holmes. 30 There are at the present two hundred eighty-seven names on the plaque. Out of this number five are girls repre- [ seating the Navy Nurse Corps, Spars, and Marines. The earliest ones are Ralph Dean from the class of. T6; James C. Wood. '17; Norman Roberts. '19. If anyone should know of any- more leaving, please leave his or her iiunra with the journalism class of the ! high school. What’s a-Comin’ Dec. 17—Howell (here). (Let's j show ’em how it’s done). I cc 20 Mov ies (Hope it's Clark Gable again). Dec. 23—Assembly. (Tune up your j vocal cords). Dec. 23—School’s ouL (Don’t paint ' the town too red). •I.iti School starts (That’s :h.- same old grind). Jan. 7—Mason (here). (Really yell, won’t you?) Lt. Colonel Dykhouse Speaks On Radio Lieutenant Colonel Jay Dykhouse’s opinion on farewell parties for the boys was expressed by a news com- mentator at Detroit. The former Charlotte high school superintendent said. The farewell parties staged by . friends of a to-be soldier or sailor do j not do them any good. Principal Attends School Conference Lt. J. A. Welsh Delivers Meeting’s Main Address On Navy Boys The annual meeting of the Michigan Secondary School Association was at- tended by Principal Ward Hynes on December 2 and 3 at the Hotel Olds in Lansing. Michigan. The first of a series of meetings was the annual business meeting of the Michigan High School Athletic Association. There were 250 principals registered. One of the highlights of the meet- ing was the address on “Education in the Armed Forces given by Lt. Clarence Irwin of the Naval Training Station. Dearborn. Michigan. Lt. Irwin Is a former superintendent of schools in California. A discussion on Half- time Sessions in School and Industry , and After School Industrial Work for Teachers then followed. led by George H. Fern of the state depart- ment in lousing. On Thursday evening the main ad- dress of the session was gvien by Lt. J. A. Welsh, a veteran of four major Pacific engagements. His topic centered around our boys in the navy and their reactions while in combaL Harry F. Kelly, governor of the State of Michigan, and Eugene B. Elliott, state superintendent of public instruc- tion. were among the guests on the program. The convention closed with the meeting of the representatives of the North Central Association and mem- bers. Dr. Edgar Johnston of Ann Arbor was the chairman. An interesting sidelight brought out was that out of a poll of 285 schools the following had left for the Armed services: 34 superintendents. 67 principals. 95 physical education in- structors. 64 science teachers. 59 social science teachers. 56 industrial art instructors. 48 music teachers, and 40 mathematics teachers. Mr. Hynes commented on the meet- ing saying. It was a very worth- while convention. It seems that all principals have the same problems to face during this war period and dis- cussions of this type are very help- ful. Parents Visit Junior High to See Activities Parents of all junior high students assembled at the high school last Wednesday evening to learn what their children are doing in schooL Personal interviews were held be- tween parents and teachers, also arti- cles were displayed that the students have made during the year. A group of seventh grade girls in- troduced the parents to the teachers upon their arrival. The girls were Marilyn Shiels. Barbara Lou Jordan, Connie Alfonso. Pat Griest. Beverly Kelly. Pat Dean. Ethel Mae Van Goethem Shirley Bruce. Shirley Paton. Betty Shoemaker, and Marilyn Smith. Light refreshments were served in the home economic rooms after the meeting. Lieutenant and Mrs. Carroll Jones are the parents of a baby boy Lieu- tenant Jones graduated in 1930. Page 2 ORANGE BLACK (Member )fcst.l92l) ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-Weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Circulation 600 Subscription Rates $.75 STAFF Publisher .........................Richard Sleater Managing Editor....................Amy Chapman Editor-in-Chlef ..............Mary Jane Spagnuolo Sports Editor..........................Harry Curran Alumni Editor........................Marllin Pfiefer Exchange Editor..........................Jean Parr Business Manager..............Jacquelyn Crittenden Circulation ...................Berniece Zlmmerlee Treasurer ...............................Jean Parr Advertising Manager.....................Robert Orr Ass't Advertising Manager..............Edna Robins Adviser ......................Miss Winifred Wells Reporters: Connie Beebe. Kathleen Burchfield. Neil Cochrane. Katherine Conley. Dorothy Furu. Donna Hall. Esther Jones. Anna Mae Royston. June Shumaker. Glenna Mae Snyder. Betty Lou Squibb. Donna Vierk. We’re Dreaming Of A Real Christmas The merry tinkle of the proverbial sleighbells is here again. Saint Nick dressed, as ever, in his bright regalia of fur. red coat, and boots, will come sliding down the chimney to bring good children their most desired gifts. Only this year. Christmas will be different for all people. There will be no snow-bound farm house or cozy living room for the soldiers in the South seas. There is nothing to indicate Christ- mas where they are. only mud. hot sun. Japs, and death. But these soldiers will think of Christmas just as it always was back home, a Christmas they remembered as a gay and happy day full of good cheer and song. When they come back, they’re going to expect a Christmas like the one they left. Christmas will be. in some homes, a sorrowful occasion because a loved one is away. Even if the family is unbroken, all feel the restrictions and tenseness of this war year. But let us be thankful for those who are at home and do everything we can to build up their happi- ness. Christmas is still the celebration of the birth of the Prince of Peace for whose ideas we are still striving. Make the boys glad they're fighting for a Christ Mass we cherish. What! Not Essential? Recently the dally newspapers had the follow- ing article printed in them: “Department stores applied to the Federal Employment service for per- mission to hire Santa Clauses this year. They were turned down. “Santa Claus is listed as non-essential. There should be a Santa Claus! Without him. Christmas wouldn’t seem right. He helps keep up the morale on the home front. If there wasn't a Santa Claus, little children wouldn't get half the kick out of life they do. It gives them something to look forward to. If people are kind and good, there will always la- a Santa, because they will want the children to have a good time and enjoy themselves. So by all means, a Santa Claus should be had. Some people are able to take the role even though the grimness of war does exist. There are high school boys and older unemployed men that could play Santa Claus. Let's have a Santa Claus in America. What do you say? O Merry Christmas FROM Munger Hardware Joiner Sift A gift with a future! Perhaps you can guess what that is. It's sometnlng that is worth every cent you put into it and will be worth a great deal more if given enough time. It’s a Christmas present that will be truly ap- preciated yet you are paying only part of the money you get out of it. No. it’s value hasn’t decreased because of present war conditions. In fact, its potential value has decidedly increased. So a3 far as being economic and worthwhile, it .asl can't be competed with. Of course, you have guessed that there is no finer gift than war bonds and stamps. Think it over won’t you? May a Joyous Christmas Be Yours! We send hearty greetings to friends old and new with the hope that our friendship grows ever greater. Orange Black Staff Don’t B A Scrooge” Do you know “Scooge ? Of course you all know who he was. The character in Dickens Christmas Carol”, who didn’t believe in trying to make someone happy at Christmas or any other lime, for that matter, until the Spirit of Christmas showed him how greedy and unkind he had been. Scrooge” changed his ways and had an enjoyable time helping other people. He had never cele- brated Christmas before, because he couldn't see anything to be glad about. Maybe you are a Scrooge” yourself. As Christ- inas day draws nearer, do you have thought only for yourself, of the presents “you just have to get.” and the feasting you will do? If you do, then you need the Spirit of Christmas to visit you. You will enjoy helping people who are less for- tunate than yourself. And who has seen a happier sight than when you see some child’s eyes light up with joy at the sight of a gift, which he never dreamed of getting. Besides bringing happiness to others, you will also bring it to yourself, for remember the saying. It is more blessed to give than to receive. Try It and you won’t be Scrooge this Christmas. Japan Defeated!!! You'll look twice at this headline. I'nfortunntcly this Is only a headline but it can Ik true and it will be true if it takes every ounce of energy in every American living today. Just two years ago this month on December 7. 1941 that treacherous, villainous attack on Pearl Harbor struck the very depths of the hearts of all those who realized the deadliness of war. It was an attack like no other as It revealed the in nate character of the Japanese. That death-deal- ing blow on Decemlier 7 signified the vlciousm ss of the enemy we are facing. It should have signi- fied something to every person who calls himself an American, that the priceless four freedoms which are so deeply stressed today are only a vague outline of our Innumerable freedoms here In the land of the free and the home of the brave. Doesn’t that mean something to you AMERICANS? We. the youth of today will make the America of tomorrow. Must we always fight to protect the liberty which is so dear to our hearts and which Is constantly being trampled on by the “unconquerable? If it must be so. let us never lose courage nor liack down on our job. And with God ns our guide we will avenge Pearl Harbor. Orchids Vo Mary Lou Keeler and June Smuts for doing a good job. In passing through the halls you may have noticed the fine display In the window across the corridor from Miss Toms’ room. Mary Lou Keeler has l een in charge and has done excellent work. In honor of the footlxill- Imnd banquet, an athletic sweater, a football and a clarinet were placed in the window. When the Thanksgiving season arrived there appeared a replica of a pilgrim village and the first Thanks- giving. So orchids go to Mary Lou Keeler and June Smuts who has assisted her. You Say You Want To Go To The Shoiv Do you want to go to the movie, during Christ- mas vacation? If you do. Mr. Beechler is giving free passes to the theatre for the two students who unscramble their names from the advertising section of this issue. Be on the alert, because this may Ik- your name and an opportunity to see a good show fret . Throughout the advertisements, two names are Jumbled, each clue is obvious but tricky. When bringing your name In. it must be spelled cor- rectly. and u circle must Ik drawn around each group of letters in the advertisements that go to make up the name. These must be turned in to Bob Orr or Edna Robins by December 23 in order to receive the free pass. Notice Please, everyone, be kind and do not disappoint the seniors and tell them there is not a Santa Claus, because it would break their poor little hearts, (sob-sob) if they thought they would not get their stockings (Size 12) filled by Santa. So please co-operate In this serious matter!! SEND CHRISTMAS ,, , , cheer with Hallmark Laras BEHRENS ROWE NYAL DRUG STORE A MEATS - GROCERIES - FRUITS - VEGETABLES Phone 148 Porters’s Market Neath The Mistle-Toe Anna Mae Royston Wayne Steward Donna Hall Garry Landers Esther Jones Harry Curran Ibirbara Bradb-y Ruy Mohre Lots Willard Hildlng Krusell Sully Sterrett Mike Mathews Ixturel Starr Joe Fray Mary lx� u Keeler Dick Schneckenberger Norma Tanner Dan Fuller Clara Mae Morey Dick Beechler Lou Anne Potter Dick Hicks Barham Davis Boh Paton Bethel Bergman Wayne Southward Phyllis Hack Nell Cochrane Marilyn Pi 1 beam Wayne Webb Pat Dean Richard Huffman Mary Lou Simons Bob Thompson Irene Livingston Duane Nlsse Betty lx- Van way Nyle Treloar Virginia Royston Jack Tlrrell Wanda Wing Roderick Yates Elaine French Jack Hine What They Want For Christmas Josephine Harng—A jeep lo go itnd see Max in. Harry Curran—A Kiri wrapped in cellophane. Kay Mohre—A trip to Hollywood to see the bathing beauties. Ted Ross—A girl in third hour study to be more friendly Jack Keeny—To go to Honolulu during this month to see the Hawaiian girls. Lou Ann Potter—That certain somebody to be 4-F. Bruce Lavengood—A teddy bear. Doris McClure—A blue eyed doll Sam Collxzi—A paper doll. Dick Beechler—Just Clara Mae. Mr Bilble—Second hour class with their work done. Everett Zimmerlee—An airplane. Gerald Wright—A girl Connie Beebe—'Texas and u guy. Mrs. Kiplinger: ‘Why are you late? Mike Mathews: Class started before I got here. ▲ DELUXE CLEANING Costs no more than the j Ordinary Way FIELDER’S DELUXE u CLEANERS Start Your Christmas Savings Account for next year ft ft ☆ Eatnu (County daninus Sank Clever Implement and Coal Co. OROER YOUR COAL IN ADVANCE Phone 1S6-W 10« Lansing St. ORANGE BLACK Page 3 Santa Claus Letters Santa Claus's Workshop Dere saint N'lc All through these years I knowed there was a u and I have never lost faith in u. even when mi playmates said there wasn't any u. I sinks 1 is growed up and my mama sas 1 is twite big. I is rel good and dos things fur my mama and daddy. Now santy don’t u fergel tw bring me a big teddy bar. because I ise very much afrad of sleeping alon' at nite. Lots of Luv Ixiis Willard Dear Santa Claus; You see. me have been a very good little girl this year and so you wcally should kno that me listen to my mommy and poppy and went to bed at 8 o’clock every night. I also has a afternoon nap every day (in class� . If youse would only bring to me a nice big dolly with Real hair and eyes that shut, me would not flirt sa much. 1 awready has a big boyfriend wld black hair, whose I loves very much. That is all. Santy. so now me will end. Loov and Kises Anna Mae Royston P. S. Someone telled 1 there was no you and I cwied and cwied. Dear Santa Claus; I is a lioy. Mommy say I is a little boy but me think me pretty big. So I'se wants you to bring i a great big red kiddie car wif enough room fo 2 oeoples. Me would also like one of them paper dolls I'se hereing every one slngen about. If there all gone me will take one of those flrkel-mlnded ml live ones. Of course me don’t like girls. Lots of Love and Kisses Nell Roberts P. S. Me won't try and trap you like I’se did last year. I is good now. Dear Santa; Andy Anderson said you wouldn't bring me nothin this year. He told me 1 am a bad boy because me never get my Chemistry did. Santa if you will just bring me a book with all the answers to the Chemistry test 1 will be good. Love—Jack Hine 5th hour Chemistry j s I m I FEATURING Christmas and New Year Matinee also Midnight Show New Year's Eve EATON and B THEATRE Have you ever been down to Santa's work shop? Here the boys are helping stretch the money that they have for Christmas presents. On the morning of December twenty-fifth some people will be surprised to find that they have gifts made of metal. Mr. Murray reports that the boys make only things which are practical. Because of the metal rhortage. the class uses scrap. Pictures made of copper will look pretty hang- ing on the wall. Maybe some of the fathers will get more than a neck tie (he never wears one� from the young man who is always borrowing his hammers, screw drivers and other tools. When the frying puns, pictures, paper weights, hammers, plant holders, lamps, .and other Christ- mas gifts are received, thank your lucky stars we still have scrap and believe in Santa Claus . Book Of The Week “A Doctor of the Old School”, is a part of Be- side The Bonnie Briar Bush. In a collection of Perthshire sketches, mem- ories of young Dr. Watson's parish in Logiealmond. the earlier part of the story of William MacLure first appeared. Every student will enjoy reading about the glen and people of Drumtochty. who were accustomed to breaking every law of health, except whosesome food and fresh air. The doctor is a character you will not forget. The hook Is written in Scotch dialect and is short. MERRY CHRISTMAS RE-NU SHOE SHOP Greetings from L. L. Johnson Lumber Company Phone 379 T ft Wilcox-Gay Corporation Manufacturers of Nationally Famous RECORDIO” it it it il 4 ?- i M Community Oil Co. A TEXACO PRODUCTS Corner of Lawrence Bostwick Aves. £ ?■ R ?• R 1 R 4 A Iflrrnt (Christmas an flmt All Strutwear Hosiery, House Slippers. Non-rationed Pumps and Oxfords, Purses and Rubber Articles MURRAY SHOE STORE 4 R 4 R 1 R Page 4 ORANGE BLACK Bond and Stamp Sales The total amount of the November bond sales was $1885.95. The first report in December is as follows: Grammar ..................$26.55 Hawthorne ................$86.15 Washington ...............$14.10 Froebel ...................$2.30 Junior High ............. $20.20 Halifax ..................$25.00 Lipsey ....................$6.00 Howells ................. $3.00 Toms ......................$2.00 Wells .....................$1.50 This makes a grand total of $186.80. New Years Resolutions 1 resolve..................... 44 Hetty Squibb: Be faithful to brother Neil Cochran: I eave girls alone. Arthur Steward: Stop flirting. Eileen Pundik: Keep smiling. Lucille LaPoint: Take advantage of leap year. Ailleen Young: Be kind to dumb animals. Garry Landers: Cut down on driv- ing. Neil Cochrane has all his hunting plans made, but doesn’t know whether they'll follow through. Compliments of LYND’S MARKET J. J. NEWBERRY CO. 5c - 10c - 25c Store Seniors Achieve Goal In Christmas Card Sales Lucille LaPoint. Highest Salesman; Girls Victorious Over Boys Senior Christmas card sales turned out very well this year according to Mr. Mead, senior adviser. The class as a whole sold 825 boxes of cards which is slightly larger than last year's sales. As usual, the contest was between the boys and the girls, with the girls selling 600 boxes to the boys 225. Because the slightly out- numbered boys were the losers they will give a party in the girls' honor. In regard to the highest salesman,! Lucille l aPoint headed the list with 77 boxes sold. Honorable mention should be given to Connie Beebe who sold 53 boxes. Glenna Snyder, 47; Edna Robins. 41. and Katherine Con- ley. 30. Richard Hicks leads the boys’ side having sold 48. By selling sixteen boxes, each stu- dent was exempt from class dues for the year and also cap and gown rental fees. Several sold the necessary sixteen or more. According to the percentage in the class, they have sold more than any previous senior group. Practically everyone sold at least one box Mr Mead remarked. The class this year did very well despite the fact they were given very little en- couragement. Girl Reserves Busy Glee Club Appears Making Future Plans First Time In Uniform The meeting of December 1 was called to order by the president. Lucille I aPoint. Plans were talked j over of having a sleigh ride after the | Christmas holiday (if there is snow). I The different committees were ap- pointed to carry out the plans. The girls are arranging to go caroling Christmas Eve. Reta Payne and Betty Sumerix are to make the plans for the group to follow. A suggestion was brought up to have an assembly sometime in the near future, and a committee was appointed to figure out plans. The rest of the meeting was spent in discussing the topic Problems Girls are Facing Now. The girls then enjoyed refreshments of cookies and hot chocolate. Junior High Minstrels Appear At Congregational Bazaar Cochrane and Furu Enter Annual Contest Are These Yours? The following articles will be found in the Lost and Found depart- ment: A leather zipper notebook, change purse containing a few cents. 1 pair brown military boots. 6 odd mittens, a girl’s white gym shoe, a boy's rubber—size 12. Keith Frey is in charge of the de- partment which is located across from room 205. It is open after school until 4:00. Mayor Orr says. Keith is doing an excellent Job of taking care of the Lost and Found. Now if the students will co-operate by turning in to Mrs. Mead at the ofTice or to Keith, any articles found during the day. those who own them will know where to find them. The National Quill and Scroll, a national organization of school journ- alists. sponsors contests open to high school journalism classes all over the country. They are going on all thru the school year and there are several different types. The first one is devoted to editorial, feature, and sport stories. Those entered In this first contest are Nell Cochrane, who wrote an editorial called Bataan. Corregldor and Pearl Harbor. These are the symbols we are fighting for. The feature story was written by Dorothy Furu. the name being. Will There Be a World War III.” Each member of the journalism class competed and the decision as to the winner was made by Mr. Mc- Call. Mrs. lauch. Mrs. Kipllnger. Miss Wells and the vote of the Journalism class. The Glee Club had a number of en- gagements in the past week. They made their first appearance of the year in their new uniforms, which consist of white dresses with orange and black saddle stitching, with a note of music in black on the pocket. Thursday. December 9th. they sang at an assembly for the elementary grades and Friday. December 10th, at the high school assembly. The songs were. Mighty Land , two spirituals. Deep River and “Water Boy”. The group gave a musical reading in choric style. The Three Trees. also an English Christ- mas Carol. Twelve Days of Christ- mas. Sunday. December 12. they sang at the Congregational church services. Phyllis Hack sang a solo. Cantique De Noel . The whole chorus partici- pated in Oh Divine Redeemer”. They also sang for the Sunshine Club. The junior high minstrel show was quite successful at the Congregational bazaar. The group has been asked to sing for the American Legion Auxiliary Christmas party. Eighth Grade Has Christmas Party in Gym Monday night the eighth graders had their Christmas party in the girls’ gymnasium. Names had been drawn and gifts were exchanged. Games were played and those who wished could dance. Serving on committees were Mary Lou Simon. Rae Norlander and Bar- bara Nlsse for refreshments, and for recreation Phyllis Smallwood. Doris McClure and Marie Moinany. CHARLOTTE CANDY CO. Distributors of the . . . FINEST SCHRAFTS CANDIES JOHN COLIZZI. Prop. Gifts of FANCY GLASS CHESTS Mixed Nuts and Boxed Candy MAIN SWEET SHOP BRUNO SPAGNUOLO. Prop. GIVE ‘ HIM’’ GLOVER P A JAM AS for Christmas ★ ★ Harold E. Smith Buy Your Christmas Food Here Season’s («reelings to fill (hr STUDENTS of Charlotte High School it ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Hr Colhorn-lMilton I.multor Co, Kroger Store ORANGE BLACK Page 5 Student Council Minutes The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bob Orr. on December 9. 1943. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Roll call was taken with ten members present. Two bills were presented at this meeting. One bill was presented hy | Mr Hynes for a basketball purchased I for noon hour recreation for rural students. Bob Orr also presented one on records for the dances. It was arranged to pay for these bills. The mayor was to see Mr. Schroeder and find out if It would In possible to start the rural students’ club pres- ently. Mr Hynes was to see Reverend Beardsley to appear at an assembly. December 23. There was same discussion pertain- ing to the school yells. The Mayor appointed Richard Huffman to see Miss Klworthy and present to her some suggestions brought up in the meeting. A motion was made by Dorothy Furu arid seconded by Virginia Roy- al on that the Student Council pur chase two Christmas trees one to be placed in the front hall of the senior high and one in the junior high build- ing. Bob Betty was appointed to get the trees. Vernon Royston was appointed to secure decorations for the bay window of the school. Motion to adjourn was carried. Anna Mae Royston. Secretary. Maybe a vacation from school will be good for the world of industry. Pearl Harbor, Bataan, and Corregidor These three words bring to every American's mind the outrageous at- tacks on our soldiers and citizens by the Japanese. Burning, pillaging, murdering, and torturing our people, the Japanese have revealed them- selves at last. Before, under the pro- tection of their ambassadors, they instilled in our minds that they, like us. were peace-loving and respectful. Even when people discovered their plot. Americans wouldn’t believe that these little brown men could possibly be so cruel, and consequently many of our most prominent men were ruined. Among those was Billy Mitchell, u man famous for his foresight, court- martialed and disgraced by his knowl- edge. Pearl Harbor, a place very few peo- ple ever heard of. became overnight a word that gallant soldiers died for. On December 7. 1941. the Japs made an attack on this little outpost, killing many thousands of persons, and wounding thousands more. They also destroyed airplanes, air fields, ships, trucks, and hospitals. Our troops there, pitifully outnum- bered. fought courageously with every- thing they had. They died fighting for the American people, praying to God that by giving their lives, others at home needn't give theirs. On Bataan our men were literally slaughtered like pigs, but not a soldier backed down. They retreated only when some part of the line was finally crushed by the Nipponese forces. Their only satisfaction grew when they knew that while they died. Japs Teacher’s Club Holds Mrs. Mead Gives Party A Pot luck Supper For Office Girls The Teachers’ club at their last meeting on December 1. 1943. an- nounced a potluck supper to be given December 20. The party will begin at 6:30 P M. Mrs. Ruth Fuller, the president of the club announced that Mrs. Della Edick is to be in charge of the affair. This is the second such get-together to be given this year. also died. Thousands and thousands are now dead, never to rise again. Defeat was ours at Corregidor. More soldiers are now among those died but not in vain. Many more were taken prisoner. Altogether it Is a disgraceful pic- ture. After playing blind to the enemy, and sending them materials to fight us. we practically made our own war. The consequence is ours. After the war. if we win it as we must to sur- vive. we must see that no one rises to uncontrollable power. Throughout the world peace must reign, a peace that is undisturbed by selfish indi- viduals or groups. The freedom of worship, press, speech, and the free- dom from fear must always be pre- served. Mrs. Mead gave a dinner for Miss Wells and the ten girls who work in the office. The party was on Decem- ber 10. and began at 6:30 P. M., at Mrs. Mead’s residence. After the refreshments, the girls opened tbeir gifts. Later the group went to the Everett vs. Charlotte basketball game and dance following. The ten girls who attended this oc- casion were Virginia Shaw. Mary Lou Bolder. Phyllis Goodrich. Laurel Starr, June Smuts. Betty Sumerix. Betty lx)U Squibb. Connie Beebe. Beverly Martin, and Mary Scovill. Do you want to be Peppy During the HOUDAYS Send Your Clothing to the Community Laundry Best Wishes For Coming Year VOMBERG’S STORE Join Our 1944 Christmas Savings Club FIRST NATIONAL BANK Eaton Parts and Accessories AL and BILL 222 South Main Street - Phone 566 P CHARLOTTES FRIENDLY STORE BAUM’S SERVICE STATION Extend a Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year to One and All Prav A- Company CHRISTMAS GREETINGS FURNITURE - UNDERTAKING Beautiful Gifts Will Not Be Forgotten Come in and See • WRIGHTS Jay Sandwich Shop EARL J. LAVENGOOD. PROP. SHELDEN LUMBER CO. ☆ LUMBER, BUILDER’S SUPPLIES PAINTS - FUEL 9 5? 0 5? g S? ty S? ty s? ty 5? ty S? o tr 0 i? 8- MEMBER IVAR SAV NGS 5TAMP5WB0ND5 ------ No Gift Without A War Stamp Buy It Here! (PacAatefo USMfflll STORE A O A 0 i ? 1 O A ? A O A O A O A ? A O A O A O A O A O Page 6 ORANGE BLACK F. F. A. Holds Gram Judging Contest Nov. 23 Steward is Elected County Reporter The combined chapters of the Future Farmers of America from sur- rounding towns held a judging contest on November 23. 1943. The contest was held in the old gym here, starting about 4:30 in the afternoon. In the grain judging contest the towns as they finished were as follows: Kuton Rapids. 1810; Grand Ledge. 1770; Charlotte. 1715; Bellevue. 1635; Olivet. 1615; Sunfield. 55. The ten Individuals to score highest in the Judging were: Chapman (Eaton Rapids� 615; Rukert (Grand Ledge) 595; Barnes (Grand Ledge) 590; Southward (Charlotte) 585; Gehlhouse (Grand Ledge. 575: Shaw (Grand Ledge. 575; HIce (Olivet) 570; Karl (Katon Rapids) 570; Weaver (Char- lotte) 565; Hice (Charlotte) 565; Starr (Grand Ledge) 565. After the judging contest was com- pleted. a supper was given the mem- bers in the new gym. Mrs. Schroeder was in charge of this affair. The Bellevue chapter then gave each qualified member his Chapter Farmers Degree. After this the county members elected Wayne Steward for county reporter. R COMPLIMENTS OF EATON FLEETWING Members Establish Bands Since school started, the girls of the senior band have formed the girls' band. They played at the first home basketball game. Every other Friday, during fifth hour they practice. After the girls organized, the boys decided to. too. They meet on alter- nate Fridays when girls do not. Reta Payne is director and Betty Sumerix is the secretary of the girls' band. Joe Pray Is in charge of the boys' band, but no secretary has been elect- ed as yet. I eacher Change in English Department After teaching oral English and composition ten for nearly two se- mesters. Mrs Millicent Brown has left the teaching stafT because of poor health. She began by substi- tuting for Mr. West T Hill, who left last March to teach in a Kentucky college. Mrs. Lillian Schroeder is filling in until a regular teacher can be ob- tained. Her husband. Mr. Richard Schroeder. is agriculture teacher. She is a graduate of Michigan State Col- lege and is a former teacher In Katon Rapids high school. Thanks A Million Some schools have regular house- keepers. Seems like our school doesn’t need to elect them. Have you noticed the show cases? Mary Lou Keeler and June Smuts have been cleaning the cases and polishing the trophies. Student Attendance Is L_J__.r Increasing At Library ™W 1 eacheTS Plan to‘Vacation’ GIFTS CHRISTMAS CARDS CANDLES Bretz Drapery Shop Eaton Theatre Bldg. DO YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EARLY STOP IN AND SEE OUR FINE SELECTION OF GIFTS V. R. Store CHAS. P. MULHOLLAND. Mgr. Why is Collins Drug Store Like a River? Anyone guessing the answer will be awarded a free trip to the House of CORRECTION at Ionia. The Ticket will be one-way. Over 160 Students a Day Are Using the 4,578 Books Student attendance at the library in- creases more rapidly from week to week as the number of books and magazines increases. About 900 stu- dents a week and 160 students a day come to (he library to spend at least a period. Mrs. lauch reports that 4.578 books have now been accession- ed. Students are urged to get better acquainted with the reference books and the non-fletion sections of the library. Teachers should use the (eachers' table. Some of the maga- zines of Interest on the reserved table are: The Grade Teachers. Progressive Kducution. United State News. Classi- cal Journal. The Horn Book. Michigan History and Building America. Surveys have been taken and stu- dents almost devour the popular magazines such as Life. Time. Read- ers Digest and Colliers. Travel, biog- raphy and fiction books hit the spot with the greater number of students according to habit. A fine contribu- tion of magazines that should be read by students has been made to the library by outsiders. This week Judge McPeek donated several valuable recent issues including United States News. Tim -. Michigan, and Michigan Alumnus Quarterly Review. Vacation 'D Uics After much questioning and plead- ing it was found that a few of the in- dustrious students plan to work their Christmas vacation away. Wanda Wing Intends to take care of her baby brother and to attend the Job's Daughter's Christmas dance. Joe Pray, of course, doesn't intend to work unless he has to. Maxine Pratt might take time off from work and spend it In Lansing. Barbara Davis, with indeftnte plans might end up in Grand Rapids, for a few days. FRUITS and VEGETABLES Large Assortment of CHRISTMAS TREES BOB S MARKET BEST WISHES from SMITH EDWARDS Mr. Mead and Mr. Murray Will Spend Their “Holiday” Working Mr. McCall Will spend Christmas day at home and some of the vacation visiting in Ithaca. Mr. Hynes- Going to spend Christ- mas day in Kalamazoo, and a few nays ut Gunn l ake. Miss Toms— Going to visit in lou- sing and Detroit. Miss Wells—Plans to send Christ- mas day ut home entertaining eigh- teen of her cousins, also take a trip to Pontiac. Mr. Bilhle— Take a mental rest over the great strain of working with the 11th and 12th grade classes.” Mr. Grindall—“Stay at home, rest up. Mrs. Lipsey— Spend the tUne home on the farm. Mr. Schroeder—Plans to stay home, also visit friends. Mrs. Schroeder— Clean house.” Miss Hallifax—Plans on visiting nearby friends. Mrs. Mead— Clean house Mr. Mead Work for Uncle Sam at Wilcox-Gay.” Mrs. Klplinger -Plans on staying home. Mrs. lauch -''Spend vacation home.” Mrs. Wlldern Stay home, and do some oil painting, my hobby. Mrs. Howells— Sleep. Mrs. Taylor—' Work at home.” Miss Crozier—Plans on spending the vacation at home. Miss Fisher— Go home.” Mrs. Weymouth— Stay home.” Miss Meyer—Plans on sepnding her vacation in Sleepy Eye. Minnesota. Mr. Murray Work for Uncle Sam ut Wilcox-Gay.” Mr. Anderson To go up to the upper peninsula. (If Santa brings him the gas.) Mrs. Morey Spend the day at home with her family.” Mr. Gobel— Going bunting. If we get a little tracking snow. Jack Snow. '43. has been transfer- red from Fort Sheridan. Illinois, to to Fort Benning. Georgia. He likes it very much. MERRY CHRISTMAS Fowler Chevrolet Sales, Inc. HAPPY NEW YEAR JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE 200 CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN THE REPUBLICAN TRIBUNE IS HAPPY TO CONGRATULATE MISS WINIFRED WELLS AND THE HIGH SCHOOL JOURNALISM CLASS ON THIS HOLIDAY NUMBER OF ORANGE A BLACK. THE ISSUE IS A FINE TRIBUTE TO EVERYONE IN ANY WAY RESPONSIBLE FOR ITS PRODUCTION. mcgrath-DeFoe Co. ORANGE A BLACK Page 7 Charlotte Slides Past Everett, 35 To 28 Oriclea Come From Behind to Win Firat Home Game Playing on their own home court lh Orioles came from behind to win by :i score of 35 to 28 last Friday. The Orioles showed consistent team- work as they took the lead midway in the first quarter. The Vikings height enabled them Have You Noticed? Have you seen Assistant Coach (JrlmlaU's mighty mites this year? With three of the starting players only freshmen, they promise to de- velop into a fast-moving squad. Already they have beaten I akeview 43 to 25 and Everett by the score f 61 to 23. Reserves have been used In both of these games. This is the second team squad: Richard Derby 60. Albert Foster 72, Richard Huffman 71. Carl Lindblom 54. Hob Mohre 53. Richard Peck 52. to keep a substantial lead until the j0e Pray 4. Neil Shaver 76. Charles lat� er part of the game Uhl. Cornett. Weaver 56. Everett Zimmerlee 75. i . Frank Bullion recovered the ball off the backboard for the Vikings. _ Jame Mathews and Richard Hicks (JriOleS To bncountet paced the teams with more than half of the points. In this rough game ouly one sub- stitute was used. The starting lineup was as follows: Everett Charlotte Conner L.F. Hicks Cornett R.F. Mathews F. Bullion C. Steward Lardie R.G. Mohre Cosgrove L.G. Walters Substitutes: Everett—Uhl. Officials—William Wilder. Ionia; Dennis Hogan. Ionia. Howell Quintet The Howell quintet will enrountei the Orioles on the home court. Fr. day. December 17. The game will be fust us both teams are in good con dition. Howell has strong defensive and of- fensive team, with four veterans re turning. The leading scorers for Charlotte are Ma: thews. Hicks, and Steward. The first game will begin at 7:00 o’clock. The probable lineup is: “ Orio o Jecit hors Bert Jane has been chosen basket-1 ball manager for this year. Did you Bee the game Friday? The boys really had to click for that vie- tory. ! Have you noticed all the good-look- ing sophomore boys on the second team? Have you heard the locker room song composed by all the gang? Tuesday. December 1. Charlotte en- tertained the Mount Hope Presby- terian church senior team. The Orioles won in this practice scrim- mage 29-24. Howell Charlotte W. Cooper F it. Hicks R. Murphy F M. Mathews H. Whitaker C W. Steward W. Duvis G it Mohre i G. Phillips G N. Walters Dale Shumaker. ‘41. is attending a branch of the cooks' and bakers school somewhere in Alaska. Your Photo is the Best Gift For a Loved One in Service Stevenson’s Skates Sharpened YATES HARDWARE H For “Him” and “Her” Ask for Gift Suggestions Young’s Jewelry Shop HOLIDAY GREETINGS Don’t Forget Our GOOD FOOD and ICE CREAM Charlotte Home Dairy N ALWAYS GLAD TO ASSIST YOU Sheriff Krieg E JANE DYMOND BEAUTY SALON Offers You Complete Beauty Service All Through the Year Make Your Appointments Early Merry Christmas to All Our Past, Present. Future Patrons Phone 1300 JANE DYMOND Peters Circle Football Assembly Brings Forth 1 alent Carrol Phillips. Mike Mathews and Joe Pray Do Excellently Some new actors were discovered in the football assembly. Mike Mathews did exceptionally good work and should be complimented. Carroll Phillips didn't once break from the character he was portraying. Richard lluffmun made his first appearance as an actor before the senior high. Joe Pray has improved over his acting m the Junior play of a few years back. Richard Sleater did not do the fine ,oh of acting he usually does, but did a good Job directing. The plot of the play was based on the marrying off of the daughter Connie. As little brothers do. Richard Huffman decided to help by writing letters to several available men. One was an undertaker, the other was a horseman. The results were terrific! The whole play ended with the ap- parent woodshedding of Richard. Two more assemblies coming up are: Movies on Monday and Decem- ber 23. Rev. Beardsley will speak. Along with the speech, there will be group singing, a reading by Eleanor Wishing Class of 44 The Best of Luck BAKER BROS. A Liberty Sweets MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR Large Assortment of Quality Candy and Nuts Come in and try a tempting Hot Fudge or Carmel Sundae, also 100% Ice Cream Malteds Orioles Defeat Spartans 26' 24, At Lake view Coach Gobel's team journeyed to Lakeview December 3 for the opening game of the season. The battle was closely contested and rough at times with the Spartans hav- ing the edge until the last few min- utes of play when Mathears found the basket for the winning points. He and Hicks were responsible for more than half of the Oriole markers. The second team won 63 to 24. with Joy Pray as high point man. BULLETIN Another Oriole victory was won Tuesday night. The final score was Charlotte 30. Grand l edge 27. Sloan, music by Calvin Csatlos, and singing by Phyllis Hack. PROFESSIONAL COLUMN Dr. A. J. Garlinghouse EAR - NOSE - THROAT - EYE OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN and SURGEON CLARK O. RUDESILL CHIROPRACTOR E Compliments of DR. G. E. WILSON Compliments of GEO. L. LORD CHIROPRACTOR DR. D. J. WIGHT DENTIST Phone 849 Charlotte Compliments of DR. W. A. VANCE s R Compliments of DR. ERICKSON VETERINARY HOSPITAL Dr. J. B. Dowdigan DENTIST Page 8 ORANGE BLACK All As Top Honor Roll The second marking period of the first semester And three students with the Ideal report card, all A's. They are Carl Lindblom. freshman; Betty Sumerix. junior; Martha Rochester, freshman. Those with B averages and above this marking period were: Seventh Grade: Connie Alfonso. Bob Brown. Shirley Bruce. Joyce Cas- well. Ireta Fetterman. Lola French, Barbara Jordon. Beverly Kelly, Bar- bara Lindblom. Jean Parish. Marilyn Smith. Ethel VanGoethem. Eighth Grade: Roselyn Buckley. Doris Burgess. Peter Kardel. Bruce Lavengood. Milford Mason. Betty Mil- ler. Rae Xorlander. June Parsons. Vir- ginia Royston. Russell Santee, Pat Shiels. Peggy Skelly. Phyllis Small- wood. Charlotte Sutherland. Mary I-ou Terwilliger. Joanne Willard. Freshmen: Joyce Bretl. Robert Casler. Rose Dunning. Albert Foster. Marjorie Freed, Richard Hutchinson, Richard King. Harriet Mayhew. Bar- bara McGrath. Dolores Michel. Lou Ann Potter. Mable Robins. Cleone Smith. Harry Sutnerix. Joyce Walker, Roy Weaver. Joyce Wheaton, and Jacquelyn Yund. Shirley Gordon. Sophomore: Rowland Baker. Joyce Denison. Keith Frey. John Gardner, Wayne Holmes. Marjorie LeVan. Eileen Pundik. Edith Ricker. Charles Weaver, and Betty Lou Wilcox. Juniors: Mary Lou Caughey. Rosa Cooper. Carla Farrier. Mary Ellen Freed. Jack Hess. Joan Kerstetter. Beverly Lipsey. Beverly Martin. Joe Pray. Virginia Shaw. Eleanor Sloan. Phyllis Wietzke. Seniors: Joan Barnes. Donna French. Dorothy Furu. Ua Halsey. Dorothy Heinze. Esther Jones. Max King. Patsy Lewis. Bob Paton. Anna Mae Royston. Mary Scovill. Marian Sloan. Donna Vierk. Word has been received that S Sgt. Warren E. Moore. '42. was wounded in action over Bremen. Germany on November 13. George Willard. '43. Is at Miami Beach. Florida. Night Srfnrr (fhriBtmas 1943 Style Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. For the rationing had put such high points upon cheese That a poor little mousie one just never sees. The stockings weren’t hung by the chimney with care. For sister this year goes with legs that are bare. The children are not all snug in their bed But seeing old Popeye and Mickey instead. And mamma In her kerchief and slacks all so trim Has gone to the factory to work with a vim. And I in my slippers from work set- tled down With pipe and a paper and radio on. When out through the air there arose such a clatter I sprang from my chair to see what was the matter. Away from the radio. I flew in a flash And turned up the volume, and listened to — Cash To the one who will send the best letter On how X-Y-Z makes falka better and better.” The moon on the breast of the new- fallen snow Was dimmed by the luster of dreams all aglow I thought of the s; lgh I could buy with the cash And how without gasoline od I could dash To a meeting of wardens or for bond drives or scrap. Or visit the cousins all over the map; Or else I’ll give sister that fur coat that she Has been talking about as as cheap as can be.” A bundle of toys for the children I’d And With wood and not metal always in mind. I saw all the fruits and the jelly and Jam I'd buy If ’twere points. And then there'd be ham! The stump of my pipe I held tight in my teeth And the smoke encircled my head like a wreath. My eyes, how they twinkled! I chuc- kled. ‘How merry!’ If I could get sugar, some jam. I'd take 'cherry.' How wifie would smile at a nice well- stocked shelf! And I laughted as I dreamed in spite of myself. But a crick In my back and a twist In my neck Soon gave me to know that I'd just be a wreck If I sat up much longer and slept in my chair. The dream that I'd had by the radio's' blare On this Christmas eve. as alone I had sat, Was not of St. Nicholas, jolly and fat And all his eight reindeer so trim and so fleet. Who came to the rooftop with pawing of feet.— No Dasher, no Dancer, no Prancer, no Vixen. No Comet, no Cupid, no Donner and Blitzen. As I went to the radio right next to the wall I said. How we dash away, dash awuy. dash away all.” As I turned off the station und switch- ed off the light Merry Christmas came in. X-Y-Z says 'Good Night’!” War Changes Plans of 1943 Graduates Many people wonder and say What's happened to last year’s senior class? Probably many of them are married by now or serving for Uncle Sam.” Out of the senior class there are now 16 boys in the service. 16 people In factories. 13 on farms. 13 in offices. 7 clerks, only 4 in a school of some sort. 3 telephone operators. 2 girls married. 1 of them also working. 1 boy working for the city and 1 oil station employee. Of course it must be remembered thut the ) oys in the services are go- ing to school and it is a very hard Job for many of them. During their high school days those that made the practice of sliding through, now regrot It because their schooling Isn't easy. Nearly every student who graduated last year, wherever he is. looks back to the memories of his school days and wishes he had taken advantages of opportunities handed out to him. Pocket Knives Flashlights K U T S C H E’S HARDWARE Guns Ammunition Christmas Greetings CHENEY FUNERAL HOME Phone 331 Peace on Earth Good Will to Men” Compliments of R. C. CARR MonumnilH H Merry Chrintman W. P. WILKINSON GROCERY Do Your Shopping Here SEASON’S GREETINGS BOUSKA SON Enjoy Your Christmas Dinner With Us Charlotte Cafe “The Home of Good Food” Wishing You Holiday Joy and Happiness Open 7 A. M. to 12 P. M. Season’s Greetings To all former students of Charlotte Hi School who are now serving their country in the Armed Forces. Fred A.Richey Co. JOHNSON’S H-C SINCLAIR SERVICE Corner of Main and Henry “MEET ME AT WOODS DRUG STORE” Most used expression In school WOOD’S DRUG STORE Season's OkrrtitutH Allen’s Market The Green Light Restaurant Invites You To Enjoy Our Delicious Food and Real Ice Cream Open Daily Except Sundays BEN FELSKA. Prop M like Her Christmas M erry with FLOWERS ORDER EARLY Roseacre Greehonse 1 ..„,r () 11A JN Gr E 1) LAX JK EATON RAPIDS. HERE WE COME “THE CHARHIAN” Volume 18 CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY. JANUARY 13. 1944 IS8UE 6 Legion Dedicates Service Honor Plaques Plaque To Be Set On Lawn Of Post Office; Date Not Definite The date for the dedication of the Honor Plaque has not been set de- finitely. but it is believed that it will take place a week from Sunday. Names of approximately seven hundred fifteen boys and girls from Charlotte and Charlotte R F. D. will w inscribed on the plaque which is to be presented by the American Legion to the community. The post office lawn was the spot picked to set up the honor roll. The definite date for the program will l e announced later. Student Council Minutes The meeting was called to order by Mayor. Bob Orr. on January r , 1944 Minutes of the previous meet- ing were read and approved. Roll call was taken with sixteen members present. Wanda Wing was appointed to pre- sent an idea brought up In the stu- dent council meeting to Miss El- worthy. pertaining to an assembly, in which new yells may be written up and presented to the students body in the assembly. The mayor reported that the Rural Students' club would be under way by the beginning of the second semester. Wayne Steward was elected chairman of the club until officers are elected. There was some discussion on the Friday night dances and it was de- cided that if any organization, club or grade wanted to sponsor one of the dances, that a petition must in' signed by class officers and advisor and brought up in a student council meeting. I ocker Inspection is scheduled for Wednesday. January 19. I ois Willard and Wanda Wing were appointed to see Miss Elworthy about starting a basketball team for girls interested in participating in such a team. The meeting was adjourned. Anna Mae Royston, Secretary. Typing Students Have Formed Into An Army All students are inducted'' into this army as Privates and as soon as they have completed three perfect papers, they receive a promotion to Private First Class.” Each addi- tional three perfect papers entitles the student to subsequent promotions such as Corporal. Sergeant. and so on. The perfect papers are all posted on the bulletin board for inspection. A chart containing the students' names and their ranks is also posted. A colored star indicates each promo- tion. green for Private First Class, blue for Corporal and red for Serge- ant. An error-analysis chart has been made by each typing student so that errors can be classified easily and appropriate corrective drills may Ik used to eliminate frequent errors. Merle Davids has left for the Navy. Squad Wins Four Games To Date Back Row: Coach Gobei. Dick Sleater, Dick Beechler. Wayne Holmes. Bertram James, Manager. First Row: Ned Walters. Ray Mohre. Dick Hicks, Mike Matthews. Wayne Steward. Orioles To Lose Mathews With Grand Ledge Game -- +---------------- “Mike Ends Nearly Four Years of Basketball; Hicks May Go Jim Mathews will end a long high school sports career with the Grand Ledge game. January 21. Mike” will have played three and a half years of basket ball. He was a member of the first team when he was a freshman. Mike is known for his deceptive ball handling and his speed and co-ordlna tlon. He has earned four letters in football, four in basketball, and three in track. Mathews wears 33 on his jersey. Jim graduates at the end of the semester and he plans to join the Navy. He has been on a number of all-conference teams and on the all- state team. Dick Hicks, starting left-forward, is now eighteen. It isn't certain wheth- er he will be allowed to finish high school Borky has been a member of the squad for three years. He is known for his left handed hook shot. He und Mathews usually divide the scoring honors. Dick No. 34. is the elected captain ! of the year. Ned Walters, regular left guard, wears No. 35 on his back. Ned Is known for his modest type of play and j for his ball handling. Curley” is the | tallest of the starting five. He has been a regular for two years. The other regular guard is Ray Mohre. No. 30. noted for his ability to drop In long field goals. Wayne Steward has been shifted from guard to center this year be- cause of the lack of height. Wayne moved from Woodland last year and was a substitute guard Steward Is respected for his fighting spirit in getting the ball off the lwck board in face of taller opponents. (Continued on page four) ★★ ★★★★ ★ ★★ In The Future Jan. 14—Eaton Rapids (there) (Be sure to yell) Jan. 18—Lakeview (here) (How's your voice?) Jan. 20—Semester exams. (A big headache) Jan. 21—Last of exams. (A breathing spell) Jan. 21—Grand Ledge (here) (Everyone come) Jan. 24—Movies (An easy way to learn) Jan. 27—Report Cards (Hold your breath) Jan. 28—Everett (there) (More cheering) Jan. 31—Hi-Y Dance (Off my corns, please) Feb. 1—County Institute (A vacation) Feb. 4—Hastings (there) (Pool your cars) Feb. 7—Movies (Miss another class) Feb. 11—Eaton Rapids (here) (Let's all turn out) A Miss Wesche To Come To Speech Department Miss Kathryn Wesche will be the] new speech and English teacher. She recently returned from the Panama j Canal zone. Her home is in Wilmore. Kentucky, and she received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Kletzing College. Univer- sity Park. Iowa. She holds a second year provisional certificate from the State of Michigan and has had two years of teaching experience, one year in South Dakota and a year in Panama. American Weekly News Campaign Students Offered Chance To Subscribe To Newly Launched Project As the new semester starts a new school paper is to be offered for sale to the students of Charlotte high school by the journalism class. This paper contains the news of high schools all over the United States. The paper gives a summary of world news in school language. There are many different departments in the paper, one of these being to give the subscriber a chance to send in his own prose or poetry and have it pub- lished so friends can see it. Some of the other departments of the paper are as follows: a continued story, summary of week's news, contests, hobbies, sports, girl's column, reviews of hooks, cross word puzzles, science, questions and answers, individual pro- blems column, helping a person select his life work, names and address of boys and girls in foreign lands, health department, letters to the editor, ed- itorials. Jury cases. 4-H club news, geographical news, jokes, drawings and music. This paper is being offered to the student body. A journalism student will talk to each grade about it. It will come to the subscriber weekly at this price—fifty-two weeks at two dollars. Watch for an opportunity to subscribe. Semester Examinations Scheduled Jan. 20, 21 Semester exams will be held for all on January 20 and 21. Each exam- ination period will be one and a half hours long. The second hour class tests will begin Thursday morning at eight thirty and end at ten; the third period will be from ten until eleven thirty. Fourth and fifth hours will be in the afternoon from one until two thirty and from two thirty to four, respectively. Sixth and seventh hours will be Friday morning from eight thirty to ten and from ten to eleven thirty. Students are to stay in the room all class hour and not in the halls and need report only at the hours of the examinations. The study hall will be open for those who have to remain in the building between classes. Glee Club Work Varied Friday. January 14. the glee club will sponsor the dance after the game. They are going to sing at the teach- ers’ institute February 1. Tuesday. January 4. Phyllis Hack sang Say a Prayer for the Boys Over There” accompanied by Phyllis Wiet- zke. Phyllis also played Tchaikow- sky's “Overture in B flat Minor and Hungarian Rhapsody. Junuary 15. they will entertain at the Grnnge. Their part of the enter- tainment has not definitely been de- cided. Page 2. ORANGE A BLACK (Member ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-Weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Circulation 600 Subscription Rates $.75 STAFF Publisher Managing Editor Kditor-in-Chlef Sports Editor Alumni Editor Exchange Editor Circulation Treasurer Advertising Manager Ass’t Advertising Manager Edna Robins Adviser Miss Winifred Wells Reporters: Connie Beebe. Kathleen Burchfield. Neil Cochrane, Katherine Conley. Dorothy Furu. Donna Hall. Esther Jones. Anna Mae Royston. June Shumaker. Glenna Mae Snyder. Betty Lou Squibb. Donna Vierk. Vh s Ss Our future I. like you. am a student. Together we make the world of tomorrow. Just what the world will be. is measured within you. Perhaps the ideas, and the ambitions heretofore unknown will be sealed forever inside you. or by mere chance some incident will make you pour forth in abundance these ideas and dreams harbored in your soul. We dream great things, you and I. We can visualize a world that must be free from war. and personal selfishness, retaining truth, freedom of worship, and of the press, and freedom from fear. These dreams of ours, so long hidden, are now a necessity, for the world has made its greatness by the dreams of people called fools”. Yet, these “fools were greater men than they were given credit for, because making their dreams come true, they won a battle with themselves, proving they were not fools, but real men. Let your dream of tomorrow come true. Don’t let those who call you a fool interfere with your and the world’s future. Will There Be World War III? Will there be a World War III? Man say, Poor’; others say. Of course. What does the man on the street say? Let’s see. The reply of the school teacher is: Yes. unless the peace is built upon a much higher peace standard than the government of America is builL Americans and all the rest of the world will have to learn Christian brotherhood.” The soldier says: If there are any more wars, they’ll be world affairs. Isolated wars will be impossible with the shortening of distance. There will be another World War if we do not succeed in maintaining peace. The American citizens must lose their superiority complex to other races. There must be co-operation between nations.” The high school students stated: Sure. Some- one will always And fault with the peace terms. The farmer answered: “Of course. Man has that desire of power born within him. He will always fight even if it’s Just over his children. He cannot learn that love which Is taught toy Christ, our Saviour. The mother with a son in the service declared that she didn’t want one. She doesn’t want her son’s sons to have to pay the price of their lives too. However, there will be one unless our stand- ard of living is raised and we stop looking down on the rest of the peoples of the world. Drawing a conclusion from the above statements, I believe that there will be another World War. All the reasons given are sensible. Let’s strive to correct these faults and make the world a better place to live in. with a lasting peace. Work, save, fight. Keep the torch of freedom bright. Mr. Schroeder— What do zebras have that no other animals have?” Elaine French— Little zebras.” Boy and Girl Of The Week Our limelight falls on one of our dark-haired brown eyed, senior boys, who benefited this world with his arrival on March 1. 1926. (Other- wise. girls, he’s 17.) Chop suey seems to hit the spot with this senior boy. As to his leisure time he said. I like to run around town and eat. Your reporter asked him his opinion of girls and at first he hesitated to give an answer; but finally he said. They’re O.K. —I guess. This young lad—better known as “Adolph seems to find physics his favorite subject in school, and he also mentioned that gasoline rationing was his pet peeve. If you do not know by this time who Adolph” Is. he took the part of an undertaker in the play. Finding a Fiance for Connie. He Is none other than Carroll Phillips. Finally locating this pretty, junior girl with black hair and blue eyes, who was hurrying to the band room, your reporter proceeded to ask her a few questions. Spaghetti and meatballs rates number one as far as food is concerned. In fact.” she added. 1 just love them.” Her favorite pastime seems to be bowling. She plays cornet in the senior band and finds typing her most interesting sub- ject. This little girl was chairman of the home talent assembly two weeks ago and when she was asked as to how she liked being chairman, she answered. I liked it very much. Oh yes. this little lassie is known as Beverly Paton. What Are You? (First column, your given name initial; second column, your last name Initial.) A—rtistic A -pricot B—abbling B—rule C—heerful C—rab D—azzling D—uck E—nergetlc E—If F—lashing F—aker G—allant G—oat H—elpless H—obo I—dealistic I—nfant J—abbering J—uvenile K—nitting K—itten I -anky L—amb M—agnificent M— enace N—aire N—ovelty ()—pposing O—wl P—erturbing P—essimist Q—ualifled Q-uack R—avlng It—arity S—llppery S—atlrist T—wittering T—ermite 1’—ncanny U—tilizer V—ivacious V—amp W—arbling W—onder X—qulsite X—ylophone Y—outhful Y—oungster Z—igzag Z—ephyr What You Hear Me Singingl Beverly Martin ...................... My Ideal Vcrn Grosso .......................... Shining Hour Clara Mae Morey..................... 1 11 Be Around Wayne Webb ........ Bring New Glory to Old Glory Marian Cheney ............................ Stardust Edna Robins..Say a Prayer for the Boys Over There Bar lutra Foote .... There’ll Soon be a Rainbow Nyle Treloar ...... People Will Say We’re in Love Sally Sterrett ......... Lamp Lighter's Serenade Frances Smith ..................... Later Tonight Csatlos and Hart..Her Maiden Name was Annabelle Phyllis White ..... Put Your Arms Around Me Mary Lou Keeler ................ You’ll Never See Bob Orr ......................... Set Em Up, Joe Beverly Paton ............... My Heart Tells Me Connie Beebe .. Don’t Believe Everything You Hear Barbara Bradley ................................ My Devotion Marilin Pfiefer ............................ Always Neil Cochrane ...............„.......... Paper Doll Phyllis Hack . .. Don’t Get Around Much Anymore Dorothy Furu ...... Oh What a Beautiful Morning If I could only get an A How happy I would ”B But when at last my card I C” I’m apt to say Oh, D - - Orch ds Vo — Nine high school boys who work with Cub Scouts as den masters. They give their own time to attend the meetings which are held regularly and last about two hours. Throughout this time, the den masters teach these nine-to-twelve-year-old boys handicraft, building fires, woodcraft, co-operation with other boys, and the laws and rules of the Scout pack. The high school boys say It’s quite a problem to control the smaller boys but a lot of fun. Many interesting experiences come from Scout work and prove good leadership ability for the the den master. So hats off to Ronald Brown. Carl Lindblom, Judson Richardson. Jr.. Wayne Holmes. Robert Packard. Floyd Weymouth. Harold Marsh, Milford Mason, and Joe Holmes, who spend their time along with Mr. Judson Richardson, chief cub master, teaching these individual groups of about eight boys to a den. What If— Raymond were a gunman instead of an Archer. Donna were an American instead of French. Richard were a president instead of a King. Howard were a peach instead of a Cherry. Roger were a pine instead of an Ash. Marian were a bat instead of a Ball. Milton were a whistle instead of a Horn. Carolyn were a meadow instead of a Field. Clinton were a monk instead of a Friar. Lyle were an ear instead of a Cobb. Genevieve were steel instead of Wood. Elaine were less instead of Mohre. Francis were a crutch Instead of a Kane. Reta were a window instead of a Payne. Clifford were fiut instead of Sharp. Byllle would run instead of Chase. Freda would do bad instead of Duguid. Irene were a hershey instead of a Clark. Patsy were a grove instead of a Hill. Bonnie were a squirrel instead of a Fox. Jack would talk Instead of Barrett. John were a clerk instead of a Gardner. Rosemary were clear instead of Riley. Meet Your Managing Editor Do you know your editor? If not. I will try to place her In your mind. She is a senior also known as one of the “Screwy Scrappers. This popular girl has re- sided at the Robert Townsend residence for the past three years, and is never seen without Mury Ellen. She loves to spend the Mveek ends on the farm. At school, she is a member of the glee club, a Girl Reserve and one of those cute flag bearers in the band. Sports are her hobby and as for boys, she says. They're strictly on the beam? It takes a very responsible person for the posi- tion she holds on the Orange and Black staff, but she is doing a fine job. Known by everyone for her co-operation, ambition, those dimples, that friendly smile, Amy Chapman makes a very good editor. Don't you think? Corn On The Cob It was so cold where we were. boasted the Arctic explorer, that the candle froze and we couldn’t blow it out. That’s nothing. said his rival. Where we were the words come out of our mouths in pieces of ice. and we had to fry them to see what we were talking about.” Anderson: Who was the greatest’of all in- ventors?” DeLand: Edison.” Anderson: And why? DeLand: He invented the phonograph so peo- ple would sit up all night and use his electric light.” Magistrate: This officer says you and your wife had some words.” Mr. Bilbie: We did, your honor, but they were all hers.” Clara Mae— Oh. Dick, you're too slow. Dick— I’m afraid I don’t grasp you.” Clara Mae— Yes, that’s the trouble. ORANGE BLACK Page 3 Charlotte Basketeers To Meet Cardinals Friday Fourth Conference Game of Seaton To Be Played in Eaton Rapids Charlotte high school Orioles will meet the Baton Rapids team tomor- row night. January 14 in the Eaton Rapids gymnasium. The Islanders have 1 een defeated in the two games played, one with Bast 1-anslng and the other with Mason. Baton Rapids lost hy a large margin in the Mason game with a score of 38 to 18. This year the Cardinals have four returning lettermen. Carr. Montte. Ray and Colgan. The Orioles have not l een defeated in four games; three of these have | been conference victories. The probable starting lineup for Charlotte will be: L. F.. Dick Hicks; I R. F.. James Mathews; C.. Wayne I Steward; R. G.. Ray Mohre; and L. G.. Ned Walters. Ctub 0ancos January 7. the eighth grade put on a dance with the records, with an admission of ten cents. Mrs. Wey- mouth. the adviser for the eighth grade, stated. The Glee Club will sponsor the dance tomorrow night. January 14. The 'Stardu8ters will furnish the music. The dance will last three and a half hours. The price of admission will be twenty-five cents. January 21. the Girl Reserves will have charge of the dance which will last two hours. The music will be furnished by the records and the ad mission will be ten cents. January 28. the Hi-Y will sponsor u Sock Hop The admission will be fifty cents with free check and re- freshments. Art's orchestra will play. Tickets will lie on sale before the dance. Reverend William Beckett Speaks In Bible Study Oriole Feathers Murray Chandler. Bob Baker and Bldred Toutant on the regular team of thirty nine champs in basketball, were home on furlough. Bob Baker and Bruce Garlinghouse tried their skill with the basketball game. Don Smith, coach of Fremont school, was home over the vacation. Mike Mathews and Dick Hicks went to Grand Rapids for their V-5 Navy test last Wednesday. Mike Mathews will play his last game against Grand Ledge. January 21 Mike has won four letters In base- ketball, four in football and three in track. In the senior high, there are 166 boys and 216 girls, while In the junior high, there are 86 boys and 89 girls. My. what will this world come to? Watch Our Windows For New Novelties and Gifts W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry Gifts Reverend William Beckett, minister from the Methodist church, was guest speaker In Bible study on December 22. His discussion centered on Moses as a great moral leader. Reverend Beck ett's main point was the fact that to a moral person, even the ten com mandments cannot be truly carried out unless that person is hasically spiritual. Likewise Moses was a great moral leader only because of his re- i lationship with God. Class discussion then followed as' to the title to be given Moses as a leader. Jtevenscn Jtudic FOR Better Photographs MAIN SWEET SHOP HOT FUDGE - HOT CHOCOLATE Phone 164 BRUNO SPAGNUOLO. Prop. SCHOOL LUNCHES AND Real Ice Cream WHERE? CHARLOTTE HOME DAIRY MOTOR BOOT SPATS Fits Any heel height - Fits all types of shoes. Worn over rubbers, arctics and shoes, water repellent. Ration Free $2.49 FRED MURRAY CO. Shelden Lumber Co. LUMBER, BUILDER S SUPPLIES PAINTS - FUEL Orioles Defeat Charlotte Wins Over Mason Howell Quintet, 56-31 High 64 to 37 On December 18. the Charlotte quin tet hit a dizzy scoring pace that reached ita climax in the second quar- ter when the locals scored 19 points. Whitaker, rangy Highlander center, kept Howell in the game until the second quarter by his getting the ball off the liarkboard. Whitaker led the scoring with 16 points, followed by Hicks who made 15. The starting lineup was as follows; High Hicks and Steward Were Point Men The Orioles took the lead in the first few moments of play and held It to the end. Their score was threat- ened only twice by ties. The first quarter was a hard and fast one. with both sides fighting for the lead. At the end of quarter ene the score stood: Charlotte 10. Mason 5. During the course of the game. Dick Hicks made 25 of the final 64 points. Charlotte Howell Wayne Steward made 19. Hicks LF Murphy: The starting Ilne-up included: Mathews RF Cooper! Mason Charlotte Steward C Whitaker John Boyne RF James Mathews Mohre RO Phillips Dick Smith LF Richard Hicks Walters LG Davis | Ken Palmer C Wayne Steward Substitutions: For Charlotte, for- Bill Mead RG Ray Mohr� wards. Gresso and Holmes; Guard. Herb Fox LG Ned Walters Beechler. The officials were both from Ionia. Music was furnished by the boys' band. Many Sports In Gym Basketball is in full swing in Miss El worthy's eighth and ninth grade gymnasium classes. The seventh grad ers are trying a different kind of sport by doing their best at tumbling. A girls' howling league will be start- ed soon. Also, the seventh and eighth grade classes will begin some folk dancing in the near future. They were William Wilder and Dennis Hogan. The substitutes included: for Mason. Max Bement; for Charlotte. Dick Beechler. Vernon Gresso. Richard Sleater and Bob Betty. The second team won its game by the score 53-25. During the half the band played. Maxon Wehr gave a fine exhibit twirl ing his flag baton. The drum majors and majorettes formed a V, (then after eight trios of Minlstre! Man”, marched off.) Leap Year, and how many men have accepted a proposal? MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Granite Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan FOR DEPENDABLE SERVICE CALL AT BAUM’S YOUR STANDARD DEALER Lubrication • Washing Tire Inspection - Phone 9177 FOWLER Chevrolet Sales, Inc. Fruits Vegetables GROCERIES BOB'S MARKET PRAY COMPANY FURNITURE and UNDERTAKING PRIVATE AMBULANCE SERVICE COMPLIMENTS OF EATON FLEETWING Best Movies of the season at EATON THEATRE JAMES B. CHURCH PHONE 200 RICHELIEU FOOD STORE CHARLOTTE. MICH. WILCOX-GAY CORPORATION MANUFACTURERS OF NATIONALLY FAMOUS “RECCRRIC” Page 4 ORANGE BLACK “Stardusters” To Play In Ballroom at Lansing Art Steward’s Stardusters play- ed an engagement at the Hotel Olds In I ansing. December 18. Everything went smoothly and they were being asked back January 15. The orches tra has many engagements ahead, such as Central high in Lansing. Eaton Rapids high school and the Sock Hop. sponsored by the Hi-Y„ in Charlotte. Students Enjoy Party Room 151 was the location of the 7B Christmas party, on Wednesday. December 22. 1943. They drew names and exchanged twenty-five cent gifts. There were three committees formed for games, refreshments, and clean-1 up. Each committee consisted of three i students. The refreshments were ice | cream, pop corn, tangerines and cook ies. Schools Rank High This year the sales of T. B. seals went over better than in ‘42. A total of 3.325 stamps was sold this year and only 2.837 last year. In checking over the figures it was found that the grade schools ranked highest in Char- lotte. Miss Shot well's grade at the Grammar school, bought $4.00 worth. iMrs. Taylor of junior high sold $2.50 worth. Every grade bought some stamps. ORIOLES TO LOSE MATHEWS WITH GRAND LEDGE GAME (Continued from page one. The reserves have been moved up from the second team. Bob Betty. Wayne Holmes. Dick Beechler, and Vern Gresso are on the first team for the first time. Young’s Jewelry Shop Watches • Diamonds - Silverware Clocks • Glassware - Dinnerware Gifts That Last Phone 637 Expert Repairing CHENEY FUNERAL HOME A. C. Cheney Gordon C. Cheney Phone 331 Service Notes Many boys were home before and ufter the Christmas holidays. The boys from the Army were: Robert and Richard Taylor. '37; Howard Newsome. '40. Cleland Wilmore. '39. Bob Baker. 39: Dick Sanders. '42: Murray Chandler. 39: Max Bottom- ley '40: Harold Carman. '41: Robert Fulton. '39: Elmer Conard. 37; Carl Clark. ‘39: and Garner Thrall. '42. The boys from the Navy are: Bruce Garlinghouse. 42: Harry Stucky, 43: Raymond Snyder. '40: Charles Gor- 1 don. 43; Jack Hicks. '42; Duane i Nicol. '43; Lynn Fowler. 41 and Wil- I lard Mlkesell. '42. Ensign Gene King. 38 of the Navy Nurse Corps, arrived at Corpus Chris- ti. Texas. December 17 for further training. Sophomore Class Elects Tom Martin President The sophomore class held their first class meeting for this year early in December. The election of offi- cers was as follows: Tom Martin, president: Donald Hice. vice presi- dent: and Phyllis Goodrich, secretary and treasurer. It was voted to pay fifty cents a year for class dues. A perfect triangle—Phyllis Good- rich. Ron Brown, and Harold Marsh. Mrs. Kiplinger says. Never be a school teacher unless you have a lot of patience with some people’s kids. RCSEACRE HOWER Rural Students Club Perfects Organization Group Elects Steward for President; Constitution Drawn Up Two meetings of the rural students have been held, the first meeting on December 20. 1943. Its purpose was to organize a rural students' club to provide recreation for them during the noon hour. It Is under the direc- tion of Mr. Schroeder. agriculture •eacher. Wayne Steward was appointed tem- porary chairman until the officers could bo elected This was done at the second meeting. January 7. 1944. The officers are ns follows: president. Wayne Steward; vice president. Tom Martin; secretary. Shirley Tellas; treasurer. Mary Ix u Bobler. At the first meeting. Beverly Lip- sey. Jack Bobier. Maxon Wehr, Robert Hart, and Jean Parr were appointed to Bet up the constitution for the club. The constitution was read at the sec- ond nieetlng and there are seven by- laws. It was voted on and accepted by the students. The student council must approve it before It becomes ef- fective. Eaton BEST WISHES County Sheriffs Dept. JOHNSON’S H-C SINCLAIR SERVICE Corner of Main and Henry Charhian Staff Meets; Carnival Plans Made “The American School Weekly News , a paper published with the Interest of students all over the United States, will be sold by the journalism class and the Charhian staff as disclosed in a joint meeting. January 3. The class elected a com- mittee composed of Richard Slcater, Edna Robins and Lucille I aPoint to make plans for the sales. Russell DeLand and Anna Mae Royston started to get plans ready for the journalism carnival and tho Charhian subscription sales which will follow later after the newspaper sales. The class set the date for the carn- ival which will be March 17. Have you ever wondered how Ted Ross gets his black eyes? However, they are becoming. ReNu Shoe Shop W. L. OSBORNE Pocket Knives Flashlights K U T S C H E’S HARDWARE Guns Ammunition CONGRATULATIONS and BEST WISHES TO YOUR SCHOOL FOR 1944 First National Rank CLEVER IMPLEMENT COAL CO. ALLIS-CHALMERS FARM IMPLEMENTS COAL and COKE PHONE 155-W CHARLOTTE CAFE THE HOME OF GOOD FOOD We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night JUST ARRIVED A shipment of boys’ anti men’s shoes. Sizes 6 to 11. Styled for comfort. See them at the VAUGHN RAGSDALE Manager CHARLES P. MULHOLLAND Ass’t Manager, Douglas Mulholland C®0� vD PQC3 92jGjP®O WW3S.X35 STk 1 iip r «IB A e 1 ivffl m 1 'J LUMBER COAL PHONE No. 9 Republican-Tribune Want Advt’s For Quick Sales SEE YOU AT THE SOCK HOP VOLUME 18 CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN, THURSDAY, JANUARY 27. 1944 BEAT EVERETT ISSUE 7 Freshman Students Given Orleans Prognosis Test Mathematics Capabilities Test Basis of Future Plans All freshman student that took mathametlcs or algebra the first sem- ester were given an Orleans Algebra Prognosis test. This test was given to the students to determine their average In rnathemetlcs or algebra for the first semester and to decide If algebra should be taken the second semester. Those who had an average j of 80 or more on the test are con- sidered l� est fitted for algebra the second semester: however this does not mean that if they had a lower average they cannot take algebra the second semester or plan on taking a rnathemetlcs course through high school. If after the first six weeks of the second semester they wish to drop algebra and take genernl rnathemetlcs they may do so. Mr McCall. Mrs. Lipsey and Mr. Grindall are personally interviewing all of the freshmen to help them de- cide what course they should take through high school to help them in the work they plan to do. Question- alres were given the students to fill out This questionaire was helpful to the teacher who interviewed the student. I Glee Club Girls To Sing For Teachers At Institute The girls' glee club will sing at the teachers' institute, which will be February 1. at 9:30 in the auditorium. The group Is working on selections from The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. ’ by Ira B. Wilson. Marinn Sloan will give the reading that will connect the selections together, as the story is formed. The songs are The Headless Horseman. The School Master. “The Heroine. Katrina. Brom Bones. The Rival.” Going to Van Tassels and the “Party. The regular white uniforms with orange and black saddle stitching will be worn. Hi-Y Club Sponsor Sock Hop on Jan. 31 Monday. January 31. a sock hop is being sponsored by the Hl-Y club The dance is Monday night because the following day is teachers’ insti- tute. At a sock hop you wear no shoes, just your socks. Prizes are to be given to the couple with the gayest pair. It is going to be a public dance, and everyone is invited. Music is to be furnished by Art Steward and his Stardusters. Seventh Grade Active The seventh grade, under the di- rection of the art teacher. Mrs. VVI1- dern. has completed a variety of pic- tures. Kach Individual is now at work on a folder, which is his own original design. They have many drawings on hand and these will be placed in their folders. Inquiring Reporter Question: What do you think of a recreation room for rural students during noon hour? Answers: Bob Betty believes. It would l e a swell idea because it would take up their time and give them some thing to do besides running around town. Dot Puru remarked. It would be good for the rural students. Articles for furnishing it could be canvassed from town and country by the stu- dents. Perhaps some one would have a radio to donate. The room might la under the supervision of the stu- dents themselves. Some would say that they couldn't do it by themselves. I say that school is the best place co learn leadership and responsibility Let us prove it. Shirley French, eighth grader, stated. It gets to be pretty dull, sit- ting around every day all noon hour, with nothing to take up the time. If arrangements could be made for games or activities of different kinds it would really l e appreciated l ? all the rural students. Seniors Hold Class Meeting January II The senior class held a meeting January 11. 1944. to decide on the de- tails of a party to be given for the girls on Thursday. January 13. 1944. The meeting was called to order by the president. Neil Cochrane and the minutes of the last meeting read by Secretary Mary Jane Spagnuolo. After this, the party to be given by the boys was explained to the class. When this was taken care of. a petition was read to the class by Mary Jane Spagnuolo for the class to spon- sor a dance after the game February 25. 1944. Approved by the class, the petition was given to Mayor Bob Orr. to be presented in the Student Council. Measurements for the graduation gown were taken then. Mr. Mead, one of the advisers, assisted by a commit- tee. was in charge of this. A new treasurer. Max King, was elected to replace Mike Mathews, when he leaves this all-important job for the service. What’s Coinin’ Jan. 27—Report Cards. Jan. 28—Everett. (There). Jan. 31—Hl-Y Dance. Feb. 1—County Institute. Feb. 4—Hastings. (There). Feb. 7—Movies. Feb. 11—Eaton Rapids. (Here), •a Junior High Lights The following people from the jun- ior high weren't absent or tardy dur- ing the first semester: Donna Living- ston. Milford Mason. Leota Pfeifer, and Clifford Shults. Spring designs for menu cards used for the teacher’s club dinner were made by the seventh grade art classes. The classes are also making covers for their drawing portfolios, which contain the work completed by the end of the year. Everett Return Game Promises Good Scrap Vikings To Be Playing on Own Floor; Mathews Successor Uncertain Playing at Everett. Friday. January ; 28. the Orioles will encounter the Ev erett Vikings in a game that’s anticipa- ted to bo very difficult. Everett’s boys i are far superior in height which | means a tough battle for Charlotte to keep the ball. The Orioles won the first game with a close score of 35-28. This game will be the first withou . ' Mike Mathews. Bob Mohre and Joe Pray will move from second team to the first team and it’s probable one of them will fill Mike’s position of forward. The first team game starts at 8:30 o'clock, with a probable line-up of: F.. | R. Hicks: F. V. Gresso. B. Mohre. or .1. Pray: C.. W. Steward: G.. R. Mohre; G.. N. Walters. Bonds and Stamps The IkuhI and stamp sab's for the past week are as follows: Rilhie ..................... $51.25! Wells ..................... $42.50 Grindall ................... $20.76 Jr. High .................... $19.40 Lipsey ...................... $ 9.00 Hallifax .................... $ 7.80 Toms ........................ $ 2.00 Howells ..................... $ 1.25 Hawthorne ................... $91.40 Grammar ..................... $63.45 Washington .................. $ 5.50 Froebel _____________________ $ 3.00 Total $317.10 Robert Collins Speaks In Chemistry Class Approximately 150 Kinds Of Colds To Be Found Mr. Robert Collins, of the Collins Drug Store, gave a speech on the pre- vention of colds to the chemistry and home economics students during chemistry class. January 10. He explained that there are approxi- mately 150 different kinds of colds. For Instance, the flu we have today is not nearly the type of flu that was present at the last World War. And again, flu in California today is of .. different type than the flu here in Michigan. Vaccines are being taken for colds, but they are not 100% efficient. About 75% of the vaccines will work if you keep on continuing them But much study and progress will have to be made before they are perfected. There is still no cure for colds. | About the best way to get rid of one ! is to get plenty of bed rest and a good 1 amount of fruit juices included in the diet. Mr. Collins passed some cold tablets around the room and let the students examine them. New Student Teacher There’s a student teacher. Miss Bar- haru Rickard, in the social study class- es. She halls from Michigan State and will be here for three months. Teacher Marries Local Alumnus Wedding Takes Place Jan. 14, In Annapolis, Maryland; Bride Returns Here Miss Thelma Elworthy. girls’ phy- sical education teacher, and Ensign Richard Taylor, of the C.H.S. elaas of 1937. were united in marriage at the Navy Chapel at Annapolis by Chaplain Thomas, on Friday. January 14. at 6:00 p. nt. The bride was dressed in a soft white wool dress with black accessories. Her corsage was gardenias. They were attended by Ensign and Mrs. McElroy. the for- mer a class mate of Mr. Taylor’s. After the wed- ding. Ensign nnd Mrs. Taylor took a wedding trip to Chicago. Mr. Taylor left MRS. TAYLOR January 20. for San Francisco, where he will go on submarine duty. Mrs. Taylor is to re- main here and will continue her school work. Last year. Mr. Taylor substituted for a time for Mr. Keith King in the agriculture department. Did You Know? 1. There are over .......books in the library. 2. That Coach’s first name is...... 3. The weather vane is a........... 4. There are ......... 7th graders. 6. There are .......... lockers on the first floor. 6. There are ....... juniors. 7........sold the most Christ- mas cards in the senior class. 8. There are .......... decorations over the front entrance and they stand for.......................... ......... ................’.................. and 9. There are .......... teachers in the high school. 10. There are .......... names on the honor roll plaque. 11. There are ............ trophies in the trophy case on the first floor. 12. There are ........ windows in the library. Have You Thought About Your War Bonds? Have you ever thought what you would do with your bonds when you cash them? Reporters have a way of finding out. It was revealed Mrs. Kiplinger would like to travel or she may invest the money in some business. Mrs. Mead plans on sending her children to col- lege. Traveling must appeal to almost every one Marian Cheney and Luura Cudney plan to go to Texas: Mary Jane Spagnuolo hasn't stated where, and Jack Foster would like to go to the West Coast. Page 2. ORANGE A BLACK (Member Est .I92Q ssoogT ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-Weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Circulation 625 Subscription Rates $.75 And What Are Dopey's Column Our Teachers' Hobbies ! What is It that Ad olph Phillips. Mayor Orr. Ned Leonard Walters, and Ted Trenchy Ross, Well, let’s see! Here we have a list of them. Mr. McCall—Music and reading. Mr. Hynes—Hunting and fishing. Mr. Anderson—Photography, radio work, carpen- try. Mr. Bilbio—Raising rabbits, collecting paper. Mrs. Thelma Taylor—Reading. Coach (Jobel—Hunting and fishing. Mr. Grindall—Building model airplanes for son. Miss Hallifax—Hope chest. Mrs. Howells—Reading and knitting. Mrs. lauch—Camping. Mrs. Kiplinger—Learning poetry, teaching adult STAFF Publisher ........................ Harry Curran Managing Editor.....................Donna Vierk Editor-in-Chief ............. Anna Mae Royston Sports Editor...........................Bob Orr class at Sunday school. AJumni Editor .....................Connie Boolx- Mrs. Llpsey—Housekeeping. Exchange Editor..............Kathleen Burchfield Mrs. Mead -Working crossword and jigsaw puz Business Manager......................Katherine Conley Circulation .........................Donna Hall Mr. Mead—Hunting and fishing. Treasurer Jean Pan- Miss Meyer—Collecting cups and saucers in un- Advertising Manager...............Edna Robins u8ual shapos and 8izo8 Ass t Advertising Manager ....Betty Lou Squibb Mr Murray-Hunting and fishing. Mr. Schroeder—Magic. Adviser .......—..............Miss Winifred Wells Reporters............Amy Chapman! Neil Cochrane. Jacquelyn Crittenden.. Dorothy Furu. Esther Jones. Marilin Pfeifer. June Shumaker. Dick Sleater. Glenna May Snyder. Mary Jane Spag- nuolo. Beraiece Zlmmerlee. Co-operation—Yes Or No? Students, four days are gone of the new semester, the semester that marks for the seniors the last nineteen weeks of school in good old C.H.S.: for the freshmen the beginning of a new opportunity with three and a half years more of study ahead of them. The hardest part of schooling isn't the studying; it’s what comes after graduation and now's a good time to prepare for it. The first thing to prepare for is co-operation to the highest ot our ability with teachers and other students. This is the beginning of a new semester just like a new year, so let's try to bring out the best and overcome the weak side of our personal habits. The first way is to pay our class dues, and activ- ity ticket fees. Another way is to return the over- due report cards, overdue books and things not yours. If all this happened it would certainly leave certain bulletin boards about the school, quite empty each day. Yes. and isn't It our duty to keep the school clean, the paper picked up? Oh , some say. the school hoard hires a janitor to keep It clean. Why do we have to do it? He's paid to fix the fire, to keep the windows washed and other things In reKal : ?°lui° W?U, °n Ker.y TOm’ ?ICkJtnd,Ii0b|b« last (you hope� will and testament. Lab°r TO NORWAY'S QUISLING. I leave my DOUBLE CROSS. He was a PIKER compared to me. when Mrs. Marie Taylor—Reading and knitting. Miss Toms—Collecting elephants. Miss Wells—Reading, sewing, traveling, garden ing. Mrs. Weymouth—Music. Mrs. Wildren—Gardening. Book of The Week A very heart warming book has been chosen for this week. This novel wouldJnterest any boy or girl of junior or senior high school age. It Is entitled. lassie Come Home. and Is written by Eric Knight. This story revolves around a tri- colored collie who stands for faithfulness. Intelli- gence. and beauty. Lassie possesses everything that a dog lover would want In his favorite pet. Known by the whole town, l assie was loved very much by her master and the rest of the family. Many offers for the purchase of the collie came, but they were all refused. But when work at the mills stopped—Oh well, you read the rest of the story and find out what happens. You surely will not forget this book for a long time. A movie has been made and Is a great success. Roddy McDowall and a very beautiful collie por- trays I assie. £xc iange I. Adolph Hitler, being of unsound mind and misery, and considering the possibility of a fatal accident known as assassination, declare this to shortage could lx reduced here In Charlotte by co- operation with the janitor In keeping our school up in good condition. Always being late to classes maybe fun. es- pecially when all the teachers give out assignments at the beginning of the hour. It's always fun” to draw attention in the library and the study hall by shooting paper wads, chewing gum or cracking j always Mid?‘ ‘ii HEIL with Hitler the knuckles; all these waste valuable time, money for education and only get us in trouble in the end. There have been plans made for selling war stamps In our school. ThiB challenge gives a chance to show our country, community, and school system what can be done by students. Is there any better way we can show our patriotism and co-op- eration? Are we going to be the great backbone of the nation or just weak, slouching, spineless creatures? How about It? Every success begins at home and in school while we’re young. So let’s make co-operation our keyword this new semester and all through life, because being kind, and helpful is co-operation which is appreciated by the teachers and by other students. All this brings personal satisfaction in the end. Remember When There weren’t very many books In the library? Everyone was having the measles? The seniors were freshmen? We traded home talent assemblies with other schools? The seniors went on a trip Instead of having skip day? it came to double crossing. TO POLAND. I leave a 16x10 gold-framed photograph of myself to hang in their public school to scare any kid who might THINK along Nazi lines. TO AMERICA. I leave Walter Winchell who I know he’ll be very busy on my funeral day so he'd better not come—Business before pleasure. TO FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT. I leave my apology for interrupting his fishing, but he got even. His unconditional surrender agreement of Casablanca certainly cooks my goose' TO THE ENTIRE WORLD. I just LEAVE. AND WILL THEY BE THANKFUL!!!! MY FINAL WISH Is that I be burled In an AS- BESTOS SUIT, as I will need one where I am go- ing. Signed, Adolf Hitler. (Taken from the Huntingtonian I go to Lansing every Saturday night for? Could It Ik- Hazel? Have you seen Jack Hine’s new car? What Is It makes Herb Allen's mustache dark- er? Why does Mike Mathews croon. Ain't 1 Ever Going to Get a Girl in My Arms? A question was asked—why do girls go slag on hay rides? We wonder how “Ron Brown tan get in back seats so quietly without any one knowing it? Can you explain it. Ron”? There seems to be trouble between one of tho high schools’ cutest couples—What’s the matter. Mary Lou? Can’t things be patched up? It seems Bob Baton prefers redheads—Now who could she be? Hm-m-m. Joan Barnes seems to favor sailors no longer. Is that right. Jo? Could it be a new heart interest? Mary King gets very Interesting letters from a certain local sailor. Would It be asking too much if you bring a few. Mary, and let us read them? What's this we hear about a letter concerning Eric Furu and Reta French? What They Go By Clifton Deacon A rehart Laura Cuddles Cudney Floyd Wacky Weymouth Carroll Adolph Phillips Max Courage King Maxon Scrub Wehr Nell Pat Cochrane Kathleen Kas Burchfield Glenna Sprout Snyder Richard Borky Hicks Wayne Jiggs Webb Mary Mickey Mead Mary “Tugs King Sally Smokoy Sterrett Rosemary Porky Lynd Jacquelyn Jackie Crittenden Hilding Gusto Krusell Louise Sis Shaull Lois Punkie Willard Marjorie Freak Freed Frances Smitty Smith Carolyn Speed Fields Gertrude Gerty Heinze Murllin Hot Lips Pfeifer Herbert Horse Power Packard Russell Rusty Santee Clifford Slats Shultz Duane Rosie Rosenbrook Boy And Girl Of The Week The subject I like best isn’t government, but I guess journalism will do. stated his honor, the mayor. It seems that goulash and mashed potatoes come first with this young man. but he likes almost everything there is to eat. When school is out he plans to hitch-hike to Texas where his sister is living; incidentaly. hitch- hiking rates high on his list of favorite pastimes. This brown-haired, blue-eyed boy thinks Montana is one of the best states in the union. When asked about girls, he likes to go to Lan- sing. By tho way his name is Bob Orr. Orchids To:. . Our student recreation manager. He is the per- son in charge of all the dances. A few of his Our limelight for this week falls on one of our brown-haired, hazel-eyed, senior girls. Macaroni and cheese seem to rate pretty high as far as fosd is concerned. Her favorite pastimes are bowling and skating and she also added talking to the list. She plays a saxaphone in the senior band and has quite a bit of work to do as secretary of the band When she was asked how she liked the job. she replied. Well, there is plenty of work to do. but it is fun. Do you know duties are to see that the gym is lighted, to make sure the people in charge of pop. tickets, clean-up “ow boys ra e n ber estimation? I never think much about them, hut the fickle-minded boys just don't rate. If you don't already know who this little lady Is. she is Connie Beebe. and other committees do their work, to have the chairs set up and to get the equipment for playing games. This student manager is our representative on the P.T.A. dance committee. He Is a junior boy apd well deserves the orchids of this issue of the Orange Black. He Is Jack Hess; but you may call him Curly. Working students should save while they may. No morning sun lasts a whole day. ORANGE BLACK Page 3 Charlotte Tops Islanders 52-18 Rough Game Hotly Contest- ed; Many Fouls Called Playing against the Cardinals for the first time this year, the Orioles, led by Mohre and Mathews fought their way to a 52 to 18 victory Friday night. Kuton Rapids showed fighting spirit all through the game, but was hope- lessly out distanced. Only the watchful eyes of the of- ficals kept the game from becoming unduly rough, as fourteen fouls were called on Charlotte and nineteen on Kuton Rapids. The Islanders suffered the loss of four of their team on fouls before the game closed and Charlotte lost one and had three fouls on three other players. Kuton Rapids’ best players. Ribs Ray. was not in the game because he whs in Detroit taking his physical examination for the Navy. The line-up was as follows: Charlotte Katon Rapids Mathews F Colgan Hicks F Ball Steward C Montie Mohre G B. Carr Walters G Substitutions: Snow Gresso F Nickerson Holmes F Donnelly Sleater C T. Carr Betty G DeRose Beechler G Deeg Officials: Nickel and Sherman, both of l«anslng. Gene Divine sure has a good or- chestra. MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Granite Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan __ Grand Ledge Wins Over Orioles In Thrilling Game Charlotte was again defeated Fri- day night by Grand Ledge with the score 30 to 29. At the half the score was tied 14 all. Carrow was high point man with sixteen points. Mathews followed with thirteen points. Charlotte Grand Ledge Mathews R.F. Teman Hicks L.F. Hough Steward C. Carter Walter R.G. McDaniels Mohre LG. Carrow Lakeview Beats Orioles 30-23 With New Lineup With a rejuvenated lineup, the Lakeview Spartans fought hard for a 30-23 victory. The game was close all the way. but the Spartans emerg- ed on top. led by forward Karl Sea- ler with twelve points. Wayne Stew- ard. Jim Mathews, and Dick Hicks made all the points for Charlotte. The starting lineup was as follow's: Charlotte Lakeview Mathews F. Letter Hicks F. Seaver Steward C. Smith Walters G. Tanzola Mohre Substitutes: G. Rench Gresso F. Beechler G. C. Rimmel Fruits Vegetables GROCERIES BOB’S MARKET FOWLER Chevrolet Sales, Inc. Intramural Basketball Plans Are Perfected During the last two weeks Intra- mural basketball has been organized. Jack Robier has charge of getting the boys signed up and starting the games. The first game will be Mon day night January 31. after school in the girl’s gym. Mr. Hynes is the adviser. Sixty boys have signed up to play. There will be eight teams. The cap- tains will be chosen from the senior boys. In turn the captains will choose their own teams. The captains of the teams not playing will take turns refereeing. . The purpose of Intramural luisket- ball Is not just for entertainment for high school lioys. Coach Gobel has found ueveral boys from his first and second teams at the intramural j games. Students may see these games. Pocket Knives Flashlights K U T S C H E’S HARDWARE Guns Ammunition Oriole Feathers Did you notice the swell playing i the basketball hoys did at the Lake- | view game? Could it be that intramural basket- ball is really getting started? Did you notice the aches and pains the physical fitness boys are showing as a result of their test? The boys in “Physical Torture” class really enjoy a rough game of basketball. It also included track, football, boxing and ju-jitsu. Did you see Mike Mathews' last game? BUY BONDS— FOURTH WAR 1,0AN Watch Our Window For New Novelties and Gifts W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry Gifts RCSEACRE newt rj ReNu Shoe Shop W. L. OSBORNE Best Movies of the season at EATON THEATRE SCHOOL LUNCHES AND Real Ice Cream WHERE? CHARLOTTE HOME DAIRY ATTENTION BOYS GET YOUR SCHOOL CLOTHES AT THE VAUGHN RAGSDALE Stop In and see our fine selection of dress pants and work clothes. Manager. CHARLES P. MULHOLLAND Ass't. Mgr.. Douglas Mulholland Republican-Tribune Want Advt’s For Quick Sales “VEESHU” NON-RATIONED PUMPS Black and Brown Gabardine Open Toe. Open Heel and Ankle Straps $3.95 10 $4.50 FRED MURRAY CO. CHARLOTTE CAFE “THE HOME OF GOOD FOOD” We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night L. L. Johnson Lumber Co. 563 N. Main St. Phone 379 Charlotte, Mich. Page 4 ORANGE BLACK Orange Black Copies Travel Far and Wide One day recently, an Inquiry was made of the high school students as to where they had sent their Orange Black, whether it was overseas or in the United States. This is the result so far: Florida, Great I akes. Buffalo. Kiska. Vermont, Mississippi. Texas. New Guinea. Ken- tucky. South America. Arkansas, Louisiana. Sicily. North Africa. Wash- ington. California. Colorado. Georgia. If anybody knows of other places the Orange Black has been sent, it would be greatly appreciated if he would tell a member of the the journalism class. Skating Party Held As Treat for Senior Girls Because of lowing the Christmas card sales contest, the boys of the senior class had to treat the girls to a party which they did on Thurs- day. January 13. It consisted of a hayride, material furnished by Wayne Steward, and an ice-skating party out at the Sowers' farm north of Char- lotte. Mr. and Mrs. Mead chaperoned the party. Refreshments of hot-dogs, dough nuts, and steaming hot cocoa were nerved by the committee. Ned Walters. Dick Hicks, and Bob Betty. It was a cold night, but the hot fire along with the hot cocoa successfully warmed up the group. Do you like overalls and plaid shirts ; on girls? Bob Orr thinks they're swell! The overalls and plaid shirts, of course. AnswersTo Did You Know' 1. 5000. 2. John. 3. Student sitting at a desk. 4. 96. 5. 93. 6. 102. 7. Girls. S. Six: chemistry. geometry, music, art. drawing, and shop. 9. 23. 10. 299. 11. 20. 12. 11. Nerer A Dull Moment Around Draft Board JOHNSON CITY. Tenn. (AP)—The following excerpts are from depend ents' letters to the Washington county draft hoards: Please send my elopment as I have a four-month-old baby and he Is my only support and I need all I can get to buy food and keep him in clothes. Please send me a letter and tell me if my husband has made applications for a wife and baby.” “I have already wrote the President an if 1 don't hear from you, I wlli write Uncle Sam and tell him about both. The writers were seeking allotments j from the government. —From Grand Rapids Herald. Jack Bobier was appointed chair- man of the basketball games for the rural student boys during the noon ! hour. Six captains and teams were chosen. The captains are as follows: Eric Furu. Jack Bobier. Virgil Arch- er. Jack Martin. Harold Buckholz. ami Earl Southworth. CHENEY FUNERAL HOME Eatnn (Enmity atrinys A. C. Cheney - Gordon C. Cheney Phone 331 Sank ICE CREAM HOT LUNCHES HAMBURGERS TRY OUR DELICIOUS GRILLED STEAKS FOR A PERFECT EVENING MEAL GREEN LIGHT RESTAURANT Open 7 A. M. to 7 P. M. Except Sundays BEN H. FELSKA. Prop. MUNGER HARDWARE CO. HARDWARE - JOHN DEERE FARM IMPLEMENTS PLUMBING SUPPLIES - DUPONT PAINT Shelden Lumber Co. LUMBER, BUILDER’S SUPPLIES PAINTS - FUEL Jay Sandwich Shop EARL J. LAVENGOOD. PROP. Luncheons Prepared, Served by Home Ec. Girls Luncheons are being served by the girls in the home economics I class- es. These girls plan, do the market- ing for. and prepare their meals. The luncheon is served as it would be done In any home. Four girls make a family. The hostess for each family were Joan Wenzel. Maxine Pratt. Don na Scovill. Joyce Bretl. and Mary Jane Krusell. Attractive center pieces were plan- ned of candles on mirrors and other original ideas. Arranging them is part of the regular class work. The families take turns, two pre- pare their meals each day. Jltumni 7 civs The wedding bells have rung for some of Charlotte high's alumni re- cently. Charlene Day. ’43, Dale Mason. ’38; Louise Griffin. '41. Hubert Barbour Juliette Stucky, '41. John Arthur Foster: Julia Ann Morey. '40, Robert Engstrom; Donald Lee. '39. Mary Jane Armstrong; Barbara Grier. '38. Joseph Nelson. '37. COMPLIMENTS OF EATON FLEETWING Do You Know? woo W OO Phyllis H ack Jackie Y und Mary Lou B obler The O Id Ford (MX47-47 Oh Y ou Kid Sally S terrett Little c onnle Lou A nn Last N ight Government T eat Marian S loan Mary L ou Keeler All K lalnes Joan E asly Bev P a ton BOUSKA SON WALLPAPER and PAINT FLOOR SANDING Phone 344-W 107 W. Lawrence Bicycle Repairs Yates Hardware Jtevenson tijdio FOR Better Photographs Have Your Laundry Done THE EASY WAY By The Community Laundry Young’s Jewelry Shop Watches - Diamonds - Silverware Clocks - Glassware - Dinnerware “Gifts That Last Phone 637 Expert Repairing CHARLOTTE CANDY CO. Distributors of the . . . FINEST SCHRAFTS CANDIES JOHN COLIZZI, Prop. Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS Corner of Lawrence A Boatwick Aves. LUMBER COAL PHONE No. BEAT EATON RAPIDS VOLUME 18 CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN, THURSDAY. FEBRUARY 10, 1944 BUY A CHARHIAN ISSUE 8 Conference of Eaton County Teachers Held Many Good Speeches Constitute Large Share of Time The teacher � Institute which was held at Charlotte high school. Tues- day. February 1, was the best one held for several years. The speaker of the morning was Bert I evy. who has fought in five wars. They include World War I. Battle of Nicaragua. Mexican War. Spanish War and World War II. He was a teacher of commando warfare In Britain and Canada. A demon- stration was given of some of the commando's tactics. Mr. Levy warn- ed against over confidence, even though we have made good headway in the last few months. He also ex- plained why guerilla warfare is so necessary. Helen Murtln. another speaker who came from the State Geological Sur- vey In I ansing. explained the entire structure of Baton County and how it was formed. Bdna Means, from Chicago, gave several readings. An outstanding one was a cutting of the play, “The Amer- ican Way. Several of her monologues were humorous. She is to appear in an assembly here later on. Dr. Stucky gave a talk on dental care. He stressed the fact tha' sen- iors in high school should have their teeth fixed, so when graduating if they go Into service, they will not need so much repair work. Karl Weller from the office of civ- ilian defense thanked all of the schools for their fine cooperation in all of the war drives that were spon- sored. The girls' glee club sang from The Legend of Sleepy Ho:low. (CnnllnuKl on pue four ★★ ★★ ★ ★ ★★★ 20hat's Coming Friday 11. Eaton Rapids, here. (Let’s take 'em gang) Monday 14. Valentine Day. (Be my Valentine) Thursday 17. Community Council Meet- ing. (Tell all your folks) Friday 18. Howell, there. (Got any extra gas stamps) Monday 21. Movies (Muylx- another musical?) Tuesday 22. Mason, there. (Still no gas) Wednesday 23. Girl Reserves. (Lots of refreshments) Bond and Stamp Sales Though the source may be a mys- tery. the bond and stamps sales have taken a noticeable rise. The following are the results of last week's sales: Llpsey .................... $376.10 Toms ....................... 152.10 Hulllfax ...................... 52.25 Bllble ........................ 42.00 Wells ........................ 29.85 Grindall ...................... 23.75 Howells ..................... 18.75 Wesche ....................... 7.50 Hawthorne ................ — 1018.80 Jr. High -------------------- 119.00 Grammar —.......... ........ 111.50 Froebel ................ — 25.40 Washington ..................... 9.40 The rise is obvious, let's make it better. Buy more. Junior High News Students of the senior high should take a lesson from Mrs. Wildern's seventh grade composition class. Ench student gave the price of a movie for the March of Dimes. The class turned in $4.50. Some of the seventh grade art stu- dents are doing extra work making original posters for the 4th War Loan Drive. Girl Reserves Plan Round Table Standing: left to right: Conm Beebo. Beverly Martin. Loui� e Shaull. June Smut . Amy Chapman. Barbara Bradley, Reta Payne. Lot� Willard. Mary Ellen Freed. Gertrude Hemxe. Joyce Sutherland. Marian Ball, and Dorothy Hemxe. Seated: Mary Lou Keeler. Carla Farrier, Bartara Ball. Lucille LaPoint. Mr . Howell . Shirley Walker. Clara Mae Morey and Laurel Starr. Not in the picture: Laura Cudney and Betty Sumerix. '44 Char hi an Marks 50th Anniversary For Yearbook —♦ ------ Hi-Y Sock-Hop” Jan. 31 Take off your shoes, only socks are allowed. was the pass word at the sock hop sponsored by the Hi-Y. January 31. Prizes were given to Dorothy Furu and Vernon Gresso for having posses- sion of the loudest socks present. Eugene Royston achieved notice by wearing the dullest pair there. Xyle Treloar and Joan Barnes won the door prize. While most of the audience sat on j the floor during the intermission. Mr. Richard Schroeder. agricultural teach-1 er. put on an enjoyable magician's i act. Sandwiches and soft drinks were on sale throughout the evening. Chairmen of committees for the dances were: Ray Mohre and Richard Hicks, publicity: Harold Cheney, re- freshments: Vernon Gresso. decora-1 lions; Bob Orr. intermission; and Keith Gldner. checking. Arthur Steward’s Stardustcrs fur- nished the music for the evening. Salvage Drive Held In Community As a result of the salvage drive which was held January 31, 21,155 pounds of paper were collected, also a lot of tin which will be sent in to the state to be used in the war efforL The Boy Scouts canvassed the city with hand bills the day before the drive took place. There were eight state troop trucks and drivers, also thirty-two high school boys who made the tour or the city. It took them about six hours to complete the drive. The proceeds will be divided equal-: ly between the Blue Star and Navy ; Mothers. Mr. Murray was chairman of the drive. Library News Mrs. Iauch. the librarian, has made available two tables with books of French and early English literature for Miss Wells' and Mrs. Kiplinger’s literature classes. This Is so the students may easily find books on the subject and can take them out over night or. with special • permission, longer. Representatives to Be Sent to Conferences Members of the Girl Reserves have been busy lately getting ready for j two conferences which are to be held this month. The first one ts scheduled for February 12. at Battle Creek. Rep- resentatives going to the event will be Ix)is Willard and Beverly Baton. The second conference is February 25 and 26 at Grand Rapids. For the next meeting they are plan- ning a round table discussion of boy and girl problems on delinquency, and what to do after high school. So far the girls have sponsored a dance, and made scrapbooks for the soldiers. More plans are being made for a very busy school year. February I 7 to End Campaign Contest; 400 Copies To Be Sold Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the yearbook, the journalism staff and senior class pay tribute to the first yearbook of 1895, also Judge R. McPeek who was one of the juniors at that time. The junior class start- ed the first publication called the Delphian. Charhian sales started February 9 and will last through February 17; the terms being $2.00 for the yearbook. $1.00 to be paid at the time of the order with a balance of $1.00 when they come out in May. Not more than 400 copies can be sold, so all orders must be placed early. An original skit centered at a re- union twenty years hence was the theme of the sales assembly under the supervision of Russell DeLand and Anna Mae Royston. A contest is being held among the staff members to help boost sales. Ned Walters and Lucille LaPoint are subscription managers. Changes Shown A glance through the Delphians of years ago gives evidence that the yearbook is much different today. In the spring of 1S95, the first yearbook was published by the junior class. The annual cost ten cents a copy witn flimsy paper covers, no class or sen- ior pictures, advertisements in the front and back of the book, and a lot of editorial writing. The whole an- nual looked like a small story book. Many things have changed since the first Delphians were published: such as the price, which is now. $2.00; the covers, which are stiff, attractive cnes. No advertisements are used except in Orange and Blacks It is published by the senior class and journalism staff. There is a student council now. There formerly was a boys’ club called the senate which de- bated and studied parliamentary law. The change in the title of the year book was made in 1933 when the Orange and Black «as added; then it was named the Charhian. For a few years In the early 1900's no year book was published. The staff of 1918 was made up of editor, assistant editor, business man- ager. advertising manager, athletic manager, society editor, poet, an I artist. These also have changed. In the year 1897 there were 116 students in high school with 15 sen- iors. 18 juniors. 28 sophomores. 51 freshmen and 4 post graduates. En- rolled in high school now there are 375 students. 68 seniors. 97 juniors, 9S sophomores, and 112 freshmen. The present staff for the '44 Char- hian is made up of editor. Mary Jane Spagnulo: assistant editor. Edna Ro- bins; sports editor. Richard Sleater: feature editor. Betty Lou Squibb; Cal endar. Esther Jones; Typists. Shirley Tellas. and I onna Vlerk; business manager. Neil Roberts: photography. Connie Beebe; program. Russell De- Land and Anna Mae Royston; circu- lation. Ned Walters and Lucille 1-� - Point. Page 2. ORANGE A BLACK (Member ORANGE BLACK 1st. 1921) A Soldier I am a soldier of Corregidor, Bataan. Pearl Harbor und many more. I will Rive my quest ion riRht to you And tell you what I cannot do. Published Bi-Weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Circulation 625 Subscription Rates $.75 STAFF Publisher ........................... Harry Curran Managing Kditor ..................... Donna Vierk Editor-in-Chief ............. Anna Mae Royston Sports Kditor ........................... Bob Orr Alumni Kditor ....................... Connie Beebe Exchange Kditor ............. Kathleen Burchfield Business Manager ................ Katherine Conley Circulation ........................... Donna Hall Treasurer ............................. Jean Parr Advertising Manager .................. Edna Robins Ass't Advertising Manager ...... Betty I,ou Squibb Adviser ..................... Miss Winifred Wells Reporters .............Marilyn Pfeifer. June Shu- maker. Glenna May Snyder. Mary Jane Spag- nuolo. Berniece Zimmerlee. Back The Attack With an average of one dollar and sixty cents per student. Charlotte high school is backing the boys. This doesn’t look like very much and it Isn't, considering the fact that there are three-hundred- seventy-six students in high school. Although the amount is somewhat over the last report, it could Improve some more. Don't shop for a bargain; the bonds won't be- come cheaper if you wait. Hitler. Tojo and all the rest are not in a bargaining mood. M y!! H e a r tU Red hearts, lace, and sentimental verses! These combined spell the magic word. St. Valentine's Day. which comes annually on February 14. Did you wonder why St. Valentine's Day was celebrated each year and why it is called such? Back in the third century there lived a Bishop Valentine, who was a martyr of the early Christian church. He was a noble man with high qualities, always known as a friend indeed and loved by everyone for his thoughtfulness and kindness to- ward the sorrowing ones, the needy and the poor. Throughout his life he seemed to think of others first. After his death at the hands of the cruel Roman Emperor. Claudius, the people in his native country couldn't forget this man who had so affect- ed their humble lives, and therefore set aside a holiday in memory of this man. On that day the people tried to do extra acts of kindness, character- istic of St. Valentine. The valentines are sometimes called love tokens, because it is believed that birds began to mate on this day. Since about the seventeenth century the custom has been to exchange valentines or love greetings between sweethearts. Since Chaucer's day the custom of young men and women is to place their names in a box all decorated purposely for the occasion and names are drawn in pairs; those names drawn together ex- changed valentines. At first valentines were all made and decorated by hand with a sweet verse composed for them. Now. what is the custom? We go to a dime store or a corner drug store and pur- chase a comical one which will make the one re- ceiving it double over with laughter. But a valen- tine's a valentine, no matter what shape, cost, verse or size, so let's send them to our dearest friends and sweethearts on this day. The Dial of Marshall has this for their slogan: Reader please consider. While reading this Dial That for one to be perfect One must practice awhile. The Creston high school of Grand Rapids has for its purpose in the bond and stamp sales, the purchase of a Jeep. They are now on their third one. Have you bought that extra bond? Could 1 fight without those guns To save your mothers, daughters, and sons? Without that precious bayonet. I would not be here standing yet. How could I without a knife Take an enemy's heartless life? You buy things to be so exotic; I would rather have you patriotic. No Jap will say. Here, take my gun.'' Nor will they Just get up and run. No fairies wave their magic wand. My point Is. Can’t you buy more bonds? ’ By Vivian Sloan (Miss Vivian Sloan, sister of Eleanor and Marian Sloan, has contributed this poem to the Orange Black. She is in the eighth grade and goes to country school.) Pet Peeves On Dates l don't like them to— Boys— Tommy Martin.......... Everett Zimmerlee .... Bob Mohre ............. Garry Landers .......... Dick Sleater ......... Nell Cochrane ........ Jack Hine ............ Girls— Shirley Tellas ....... Norma Snyder ......... Barbara Ball .......... Carolyn Field ........ Irene Livingston ..... Wear a lot of Lipstick ............. Be Short ............ Be Bashful .......... Act Snobbish .... Speak of other Boys ...................Ditto ............ Chew Gum .............Be Jealous ...............Be Quiet ...................Brag ................Be Dull .............Be Bluffers Book Of The Week Here, indeed, is a new kind of pioneer story. Journey Cake. with a very individual and un- usual heroine: Juba—the free woman of color— by her lonesome now. taking care of the Shadrow children. of which there are six. ranging from Bunny to fifteen-year-old Rodney, man of the house in his father's absence. At the time of this story. 1794. Gordon Shadrow had gone on ahead into Kentucky to make a home for his wife and children, expecting them to follow in the spring expedition from the Yadkin River in North Carolina But In the meantime, the children's mother had died sud- denly. leaving valiant, loyal, and resourceful Juba in charge. Juba felt she had a trust to fulfill, and. when spring came, despite much opposition from the town elders, they slip away in the dark of night. The story of this brave trek through the dark lands into dangerous Indian-inhabited territory, the growth of responsibility and maturity in the children, the touching faith and courage of big. gentle Juba, all these factors make this an unusual and warm story people will take to their hearts. Journey Cake” was given the $2.000 award of the Julia Ellsworth Ford Foundation 1942 annual contest. What They Notice First About a boy: Patsy Ixwls....... V’enice Parr ..... June Mayhew ...... Mary I,ou Keeler. Connie Beebe...... Mary King ........ About a girl: Jack Martin ...... Hilding Krusell Dick Beechler .... Maxon Wehr ....... Russell DeLand . Jim Thornton ..... About the school: Ailleen Young..... Mrs. Iauch ....... Beverly Martin.... Freshmen ......... .................. Physique ................ Appearance ...................... Eyes .................Curly hair ...................... Face ..................... Smile ............. Form and Face .......Doesn’t notice ? ? ? ...................... Legs ............... Personality .......... Figure and I«egs .................. Sweaters Empty corners in lower hall. ........... Noise in library .................Empty halls j ..........Dignity of seniors i Boy And Qirl Of The Week This handsome and populur six foot tall Junior ln� y was cornered In the study hall with many questions thrown at him (helpless creature). He considered it best not to have in print what he thought of school, but yet seems to favor literature eleven the best, which is taught by Miss WellB. Southern fried chicken is his favorite dish, and speaking of southern—well, there are some south- ern lassies at Lansing that he seems to take an interest in. too. Buying and selling cars is his hobby, and when he gets older, (he's now 17). he plans to be a car dealer. Basketball rates high on his sports list, and he does alot of It in physical fitness class. What he likes to do most is getting the gang together and going some place (usually tensingt As to his opinion of girls, he smiled and said he couldn’t do without them. By the wuy. don't get the impression that he's a wolf, 'cause he’s really very gentle. Next June, he might Join the Merchant Marines, but Is not yet certain. Well, if you have not guessed by this time who this lad is. It is only right to tell you his name is Ted Ross. Girl— If you know Bier you'll know who this cute and well liked junior girl is. She likes school fine-oh fine-all except for study- ing. Dramatic Art does seem Interesting, though. Waiting for her brother to get ready to go home, (as she is a country gal) is her pet peeve. During her spare time, the thing she likes most to do is read. (Why don't we do this more often?) Chicken gravy and biscuits hit the spot with this lassie. When asked about boys, the answer was Some arc O.K. After graduating, she hopes to go Into some com- I merical line of business. Alan Ladd, is SUPREME. Just ask her if you don't believe it. As to her favorite song, it's Say a Prayer for the Boys Over There.” And now to answer your question—who is this lassie? It’s a swell kid whose name is Mary Ix u Bobler. Exchange Mine Komarads. I vish to gif you der best news of der var. ve haf blown up der horsepltle In der city of Marshall und also der great manufactoring center of Ceresco”. Michigan. 1 vould also visit to express mine sorrow that I can't be mid you at der front, but der fools Americans are bombing der Reich all der time, and so I haf to spend most of mine time in der air raid shelter under mine emergency bed. Since dat fool Mussolini has come to liff mid us. ve haf a great shortage of food. I am afraid dat dere vlll be a suicide very soon. I vish also to tell you not to vorry about your families. Ve haf made der children under 5 work only 21 hours a day in der mines, und children from 5-15 only haf to work 23 hours, und better yet. der people from 15-99 only haf to vork 27 and % hours a day. Ve are also feeding dent very goot. Ve are giving der babies vone bottle uf beer and a pretzel a day. und from 5 up. we giff dem vone cup of black coffee nnd 2 bottles of beer and 3 pretzels, und on Sunday ve giff dent 3 bottles of beer. Gott In Himmel. der Americans are back again, so I vlll haf to close. Hell Mine Self, Der Fuehrer. Orchids To... Some boys here at school whose hard Job we don't really realize. These are the boys that run the movie projector. The rest of the students can relax in their seats and enjoy the show without having to worry, but the boys operating- the pro- jector have to watch the machine and sen that it Is kept running right. Sometimes weird figures run across the screen during a movie but It is quickly fixed and everything goes smoothly again. Charlotte high wishes to thank NEIL ROBERTS, MAX KING and FLOYD WEYMOUTH and tell them they are doing a good Job. ORANGE Sl BLACK Page 3 Five Students Gain All A” Records In the third marking period of the flint Homester the girls lead the boys by a splendid high of 58 to 24. This semester's five all A students are as follows: Esther Jones. Carl Lind- blom. Virginia Shaw. Joe Pray, and Phyllis Smallwood. Seniors with no marks below B are aF follows: Mary Ellen Baker. Joan Barnes. Amy Chapman. Donna French. Dorothy Furu. I la Halsey. Max King. Patsy Lewis. Edna Itoblns. Anna Mae Royston. Mary Scovill. Mar- ian Sloan. Wayne Steward. Donna Vlerk. Juniors Barbara Bradley. Mary Lou Caughey. Howard Cherry. Jack Hess. Joan Kerstetter. Marjorie Le- Van. Beverly Llpsey. Beverly Martin. Betty Rulison. Laurel Starr, Betty Sumerlx. Phyllis Wietzke. Sophomores: John Gardner. Rober-1 ta Garvey. Wayne Holmes. Shirley Pittenger. Eileen Pundik. Edith Rick- ei. Cleone Smith. Harry Sumerlx. Marilyn Upright, Betty Lou Wilcox. Freshmen: Robert Caster. Albert Foster. Richard Huffman. Richard Hutchinson. Harriet Mayhew. Barbara McGrath. Delores Michel. Lou Ann Potter. Martha Rochester. Joyce Walker. Roy Weaver. Joyce Wheaton. Jacquelyn Yund. Eighth grade: Roselyn Buckley. Doris Burgess, Peter Kurdel, Bruce Lavcngood. Milford Mason. Herbert Packard. June Parsons. Virginia Roy- ston. Russell Santee. Pat Shiels. Peg- gy Skelley. Charlotte Sutherland. Joan Willard. Seventh grade: Concettu Alfonso. Bob Brown. Ix ls Collins. Tony Craw ford. Ireta Fetterman. Lorraine Gerl- Inger. Pat Griest. Barbara Lou Jordan. Beverly Kelley. Barbara Llndblom. Barbara McKeag. Leota Pfiefer. Bet- ty Shoemaker. Ethel Mae VanGoe- them. Gaylord Yund. Attention Boys! Are you interesed in joining a new club? One is being organized for those interested in building model airplanes. Charlotte hive Again Defeats Everett At the beginning of the fourth quarter and with only a two point lead the Orioles truly began to fight for the game at Everett last Friday. January 28. Up to the fourth quarter it had been an equally well fought game with the scores at the end of each quarter as follows: 10-10. 20-19. and 30-28. With the Orioles leading in the second and third quarters by only one and two points, they saw need for quick action, and immediately began to work in championship form, push- ing their way through the Vikings for a 41-33 victory. Two reserves were used for Char- lotte. Don Moore who plays a fast game and Bob Mohre who shows a striking resemblance to Mike Math- ews in his style of play. His quick passes, fast breaks, and ability to fake make him a promising right for- ward. The line-up of the game was as fol- lows: Everett Charlotte Conner LF Hicks Uhl RF Gresso Bullion C Steward Cornett LG Waiters Cosgrove RG Ray Mohre Lilly Reserves Bob Mohre Curtis Don Moore OLD ANNUAL DISPLAY A Charhian exhibit Is in the li- brary display case for any student who wishes to look at it. This consists of some of the first Delphians and Char- hians published. Contrast of style, type and various other changes in the year book may be noticed. Buy War Bonds and Stamps. Orioles Overthrow Oriole Feathers LETS Charlotte's junior high basketball team. M. Mason. D. Rosen brook. B. Lavcngood. P. Kardel. C. Mathews Coleman, Hastings. Steward, Charlotte promises to be a winning first team Share Point Honors ,n thf. future years Unbeaten Hastings Wayne Stewaid started off a win- ning game for Charlotte at Hastings last Friday by tipping in the first of 29 points. The first half was slow with Ste- ward. Hicks and the Mohre brothers scoring 14 points while the Hastings five rang up tallies totaling 11 points. The third quarter found the Orioles , fighting hard as they unleashed their I full power and sprang through the Hastings live for a 10 point lead mak ing the score at the end of the third quarter 29-19. Easing up turned out to In almost fatal for the Orioles as the Hastings hoys came back to gain 9 of their 10 points needed to tie the game, but it was all in vain as the whistle blew leaving Charlotte victorious by a hair. ; 28. The beginning line-up was as fol- lows: Hastings Charlotte Coleman F Robt. Mohre Hill F Hicks Ayers C Steward Thomas G Walters Townsend G Ray Mohre Substitutions Myers Gresso Grable Moore Dolan Coleman, a fighting right forward. led his team in score as he rang up 11 of the 28 points for Hastings, while Steward. Charlotte center followed close behind with 9 points. Charles Gordon. '43. was home from Great I akes, Illinois. ALL BE The Orioles had Mohre and Mohre and Moore on the team at the Everett game. Did you notice Bob. Ray and Don? AT Because of doctor's orders. Bob Betty Ib no longer playing basketball. THE GAME Chuck Everets has been seven years in the navy, and Bill Clever two. Both are former athletes of Charlotte, who were home on furlough recently. TOMORROW NIGHT Jack Hicks also, former athlete of Charlotte, was home and is being transferred to the west coast. Awards Given By Kardel Awards were given by Mr. Hans Kardel to 4he boys and girls who help- ed out on the farms last spring. Charlotte school contributed the most help of any school in Eaton county, although not the most in com- parison to its enrollment. Calvin Csatlos. accompanied by Ar- thur Stew’ard. gave three cornet solos. Calvin imitated three well-known bandleaders. Harry James. Charlie Spivake. and Henry Bussey. This was followed by a pep meeting. RCStACRE fLOVERJ MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Granite Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan FOWLER Chevrolet Sales, Inc. CHENEY FUNERAL HOME A. C. Cheney Gordon C. Cheney Phone 331 Fruits Vegetables GROCERIES BOB’S MARKET Buy Your Bonds Here First National Rank MAIN SWEET SHOP HOT FUDGE - HOT CHOCOLATE Phone 164 BRUNO SPAGNUOLO. Prop. SAVE YOUR RATION STAMP FOR SCHOOL SHOES Buy a pair of our Gabardine Pumps. Open Toe. Open Heel and Ankle Straps. Non-rationed for Parties and Dress FRED MURRAY CO. Best Movies of (he season at Pocket Knives Flashlights K U T S C H E’S HARDWARE Guns Ammunition TRY THE HOME DAIRY FOR DELICIOUS SCHOOL LUNCHES AND ICE CREAM EATON THEATRE BEST WISHES Eaton County Sheriffs Dept. Shelden Lumber Co. ATTENTION FARMERS If you want a work hoe that will wear longer come in and see our Wolverine work shoe at the LUMBER, BUILDER’S SUPPLIES m m Q Manager. Chas. Mulholland yw Ass t Mgr.. Douglas Mulholland PAINTS - FUEL Page 4 ORANGE . BLACK New T eacher T ells Of Panama Zone Climate and Schools Much Different Than Here Miss Kathryn NVesche. the new speech teacher, has been teaching in the Panama Canal Zone for two years and eight months. Here are a few of the happenings she told of down there. Panama weather Is subject to cen- sorship for the duration. That is. no description of the present weather may be given in news form. There is a rainy and a dry season: the latter ruus through January to May. Any: other time of tlie year, you can expect it to rain a certain time every day. Temperatures vary from 90 to 100' the year around. The people’s occu- pations stay the same with no sum- mer and winter adjustments to be made. The public school system is very undeveloped as yet. At the school where Miss Wesche taught, eight-hun- red students were enrolled. She stated that the only reason there weren’t fifteen hundred was lack of room. Students who couldn’t find a place at a public school, and could afford It. went to one of the many private schdbls. Many different races are represent- ed in one school. There are Japan- ese, Italians. Panamanians. Chinese and various others. Miss Wesche said. “The day after Pearl Harbor found the schools very bare, as all of the foreigners had to be held for inspec- tion by the government.” Spanish and English are the only two languages used in the school. A Cochrane and Furu Receive Honorable Mention The results of the Quill and Scroll editorial and feature writing contests have come back. The two entrants from this school were Dorothy Furu and Neil Cochrane, who were journ alism students when the contest was held. Dorothy wrote Will there be a World War III?” and Bataan. Pearl Harbor. Corregidor.” was writ- ten by Nell. These articles appeared in recent issues of the Orange and Black. They both received honor- able mention in this national contest for Quill and Scroll members. Movies Shown To Girls She Save Who Sews”, was an in- teresting film shown to all senior high girls. January 27. Smart looking und cleverly made dresses with hand made accessories were modeled, then a review was given on the Lily Mills Co. thread pro- duction. The different processes which have to be completed were shown from the time the raw cotton is received at the factory to the finished product. class studying English is taught in English and a class studying Spanish is taught in Spanish. People from Panama are the same as any body, aside from the fact that they love to talk aloud. No one there ever whispers; everything Is always said in a good strong voice. As u whole. Miss Wesche showed that Pan- ama would be a very Interesting place i to visit. Jtevenscn Jtidio FOR Better Photographs JOHNSON’S H-C SINCLAIR SERVICE Corner of Main and Henry Young’s Jewelry Shop Watches - Diamonds • Silverware Clocks • Glassware • Dinnerware Gifts That Last Phone 637 Expert Repairing CLEVER IMPLEMENT COAL CO. ALLIS-CHALMERS FARM IMPLEMENTS COAL and COKE PHONE 155-W Contest In Eight A The girls of the eight A class, won the bond and stamps contest, which took place last semester. The sum of 3121.60 was raised by the l oys. and the girls topped with $210.75, making a total of $332.35. A goal was set. to buy a life raft and a machine gun. These two arti- cles amounted to $355. For this semester the class is go- ing to try to buy $500 worth of stamps for the fourth war loan. TEACHERS’ INSTITUE (Continued from 1.) Eleanor Sloan gave an explanation f the song. A solo was sung by Phyllis Hack, accompanied by Phyllis Wtetzke. Wayne Webb played a saxophone solo. Calvin Csatlo imitated three famous band leaders, on his horn, accompanied by Arthur Steward. Mr. Denison presided in the morn- ing and Mr. McCall in the afternoon. Burleigh Wellman. '42. is home on leave. FOR DEPENDABLE SERVICE CALL AT BAUM’S YOUR STANDARD DEALER Lubrication - Washing Tire Inspection Phone 9177 March Of Dimes Total Proves It Successful The total turned in for March of Dimes was $463.03. The amount each group turned in is as follows: Brad ley. $14.00; Barnes. $58.50; Edick $44.80: Jensen. $29.70; L. Fisher. $31 30; Toms. $12.40; Crosier, $8.40; Wey mouth $1.00; Taylor. $3.10; Stringham $53.90; Whldden. $2.20; Moore. $9.00 Gildart. $31.99: Laeder. $22.40; Shot well. $23.80: St. Croix. $26.00; Fuller $36.55; Schroeder. $8.00; Howell . 50c Wesche. $4.50: Murray. 70c Lipsey $2.30; Grlndall. $1.25; Wells. $1.51; Go bel. $2.20; Bilble. $4.00; Anderson $5.30; M. Fisher. $1.20; Washington $22.53. Duune Nlcol. '43. Is now in Norfolk. PRAY COMPANY FURNITURE and UNDERTAKING PRIVATE AMBULANCE SERVICE ReNu Shoe Shop W. L. OSBORNE COMPLIMENTS OF EATON FLEETWING Watch Our Windows For New Novelties and Gifts W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry Gifts JAMES B. RICHELIEU PHONE 200 CHURCH FOOD STORK CHARLOTTE. MICH. — WILCOX-GAy CORPORATION MANUFACTURERS OF NATIONALLY FAMOUS “RCCORRIC” r-watBas. cu truas bo© tas® suos® P m LUMBER COAL PHONE No. 9 CHARLOTTE CAFE THE HOME OF GOOD FOOD We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Republican-Tribune Want Advt’s For Quick Sales PARENT'S NIGHT MONDAY ;i; black VOLUME 18 “THE CHARHIAN” CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN. MARCH 2. 1944 PICK YOUR CLASS QUEEN ISSUE 9 KELLOGG FOUNDATION BEGINS HEALTH COURSE IN SCHOOLS POPULARITY OF COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICE CLASS INCREASING RAPIDLY Temperature— respiration— these are only a few of the terms the com- munity health service class uses In Utkin this course. Undoubtedly it Is one of the most InterestlnK mnl worth while subjects that is belli« taken by girls at many schools In Michigan. It was started last Jun uary through L r. Davis of the Kel- logg Foundation. By taking this subject, girls relieve nurse.- in over-crowded hospitals ana also take care of sickness in the home. The purpose of this project is to give Information on nursing and to develop in the girls’ mind, health information, and attitude, for industry for military service, or for home r making. Analysing their own local health projects is the first study the girls take up. The sanitary engineer comes and discusses food handling with them. First-aid Is taught to them by the Red Cross. Nurses from the Health Department take the girls to different homes as they vIbII them. At school, a nurse demonstrates how' to make a bed hospital style. Isolation In the home for one that ha8 a contagious disease is shown, and also the home equipment and methods of making the patient more comfortable. Course Outline During the semester, the students spend three or four mornings at the hospital. By taking turns, about two girls leave at a time, and help with the changing of flowers, making of bods, with and without the patient in bed. assisting with baths, serving patient’s lunches, helping In the kitchen and observing the laboratory tests. These who plan to go ahead with nursing got a sample of what nursing as a profession is like. Physical examinations were given to the girls who were taking com- munity health service, by Private (Continued on page four 7 A’S CONSTRUCT MODEL AIRPLANES Since the second week of January the 6th hour 7 A2 class has been mak- ing model airplanes. There are about fifteen boys who work on all types. Some of those who have done out- standing work are Marvin Hill who made a Spitfire and an anti-air craft gun; Charles Kane, a B-26 Russian fighter. P-35 and a German bomber. H. Kill: Virgil Ray. a model Henkel Stanley Van Spllntern. a P-36: Rob- ert Peterson, an anti-air craft gun; Dick Hoover, a Curtls-Wright 0-52: and Duane Nisse. a P-26 A and a Spitfire. These boys enjoy modeling airplanes but now plan to work on something else of interest. Girls Begin New Projects In spite scarcity of cotton material the home economics II class is be- ginning the second clothing project of the year this week. These will be attractive house coats, pajamas, or slips, which ever the girls choose to make. I ast week the girls stitched towels or made knitting bags. MR. McCALL ATTENDS REGIONAL MEETING Mr. McCall is attending a regional meeting of American Association of School Administrators. The meeting is usually national but last year due to the war, none was held. Five re- gional conferences have been planned for this year. Also going with Mr. McCall are Walter Scott of Olivet, H. A. Nelson of Baton Rapids. Andrew B. Chlrpes of Diinondale. all superin- tendents and Carl Sorenson of Oli- veL They left February 27 and return March 2. The general topic of discussion is “The People’s School in War. in Peace. SCHOLARSHIPS offered SENIOR BOY AND GIRL YOUTHS OF TODAY BECOME CITIZENS OF TOMORROW There are many institutions of higher learning in Michigan, seven state supported ones—the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor. Michigan State College, at Bast Lansing, four normal colleges, the school of mining and technology in Houghton: nine- teen other colleges besides business colleges, music and art schools, theo- logical seminaries, and Junior col- leges. forty-two in all. Charlotte is extremely fortunate in being located less than one hundred miles from more than twelve col- leges; Adrian. Albion. Alma. Ferris Institute at Big Rapids. Hillsdale, Hope College at Holland. Kalamazoo college. Western Michigan College of Kducation. Argubright in Battle Creek. University of Michigan. Uni- versity of Detroit and Wayne Uni- versity. also in Detroit. Many of our Michigan colleges of- fer scholarships, which usually cover tuition, and sometimes more than that. Provisions are also made to help the student In paying for his college course. Every year a boy und a girl from the senior class may qualify for a scholarship to one of these colleges. These two chosen must be of out- standing character and of high stand- ings during their four years in school. COMMUNITY' COUNCIL MEETING DISCUSSES WORK The Community Council meeting held Monday, February 7. was attend ed by forty representatives of differ- ent organizations. Those represent- ing the various organizations from high school on the council are Mr. McCall, superintendent; Mr. Hynes, principal: Mrs. Weymouth, principal of junior high; class presidents. Neil Cochrane. Robert Hart. Tom Martin. Sally Hale. Milford Mason. Gaylord Yund: Wayne Steward. F. F. A. and rural student president: Russell DeLand. Hi-Y; Connie Bee be, Job’s Daughters; Reta Payne, di- rector of girls’ band and member of board of directors; Lucille lot Point. Girl Reserve president; Jnck Hess, student manager for dances and mem ber of board of directors: Marian Cheney. Horizon Club; Robert Orr. Mayor: Byllie Chase. Girl Scouts troop I; Phyllis Hack. Glee club: Mr. Bilbie, Boy Scout leader: Mrs. Iauch. Horizon club leader: Mrs. Fuller grade teacher: Mrs. Thelma Taylor. Girl Scout leader: Mrs. Howells. Girl Reserve adviser; and Mr. Schroeder F. F. A. leader. Jack Hess, student manager of recreational dances, gave a report on a recent conference In Ann Arbor. Mrs. Shaffer reported on the young people's work at the Sal vatlon Army rooms. Mrs. Joy Mur- ray reported on a Community Can- ning Center meeting In Buttle Creek. A letter from Governor Kelly to Mayor Fielder was read by the secre- tary. It pertained to the re-employ meat of our soldiers after the war. and readjustments of the soldiers. The meeting is attended by both stu- dents and adults alike. They meet and discuss the problems of the com- munity, in school and outside of school. The president of the Com- munity Council is Allen Cox. HOW WE FEEL The Orange and Black staff re grets the loss caused by fire to the McGrath-DeFoe Printing Company and we appreciate their effort In helping us to keep publishing the school paper. ++ ¥+ «+♦ « � ♦++ + I SCHOOLS TRIPLE 1TH WAR LOAN CAMPAIGN PT-19B Cornell Training Plane To Be Purchased From Bond Drive A grand total of $48,018.60 worth of bonds and stamps was purchased during the recent 4th war loan driv« i which ended February 15. The amount of $1,118.60 worth of stamps I and $46,900.00 worth of bonds was purchased. The goal set for the I campaign was $15,000 in order to have the Charlotte school system’s name engraved on a PT-19B 'Cornell” training plane. The schools here in the city all combined tripled these I aims. The teachers selling $1000 and over I of bonds were Mabel Gildart, Froebel school. $9,200.; Rose Whidden. Haw- thorne school. $5,250: Catherine Cra- zier. junior high. $4,300: Zella Halli- fax. high school. $3,700; Alileen Llp- i sey. high school. $3,375; Elizabeth Bradley, Hawthorne. $2,725; Leiella Barnes. Hawthorne $2,625; Marie Taylor. Junior high. $1,800; Richard Bilbie, high school. $1,325: Dorotha Jenson. Hawthorne. $1,225; Nina | Shotwell. Grammar. $1,225: Jean j Slowey. Washington. $1,000 and Wendell Anderson. high school. $1,000. ’44 Class Carnival Queens To Be elected; Operetta Feature of Main Show Are you thinking about whom you want for the queen of your class? Each grade will choose a queen as usual, the week before the carnival. Ballots will appear In the next issue of the Orange and Black, and definite instructions. Plans for the Journalism carnival. March 17. are well under way with Russell DeLand and Anna Mae Roy- ston in charge. The main show will be an operetta entitled Shooting Stars” under the direction of Miss Elaine Meyer. There are both speaking and singing parts. PARENTS’ NIGHT COMING! The annual parents’ night program will be March 6 at 8:00 o’clock in the high school auditorium. The program was promoted by the second hour American problems class under the direction of Miss Barbara Richard, student teacher from M. S. C. That group will pres- ent a play. ’’The Exchange . Twirl- ing. Instrumental duets, tumbling. tAp dancing and musical numbers are some of the scheduled entertain- ment to be presented by students, «•lasses or organizations of the school. The program will last ap- proximately an hour. Teachers will be in their rooms for half an hour after the general meeting so parents may talk to them personally if they wish. 7B’S HAVE BOND CONTEST Miss Crosier reported that the 7 B students are having a war bond and stamp contest between the boys and girls. It started at the beginning ot the second semester and will last through May. Losers of the contest will give a party for the winners. The results of the last four weeks sales are: Boys. $3,179.32; girls. $883. 00. Pagei 2. ORANGE A BLACK (Member ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-Weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Circulation 625 Subscription Rates $.75 STAFF Publisher ......................... Donna Vicrk Managing Editor......................Edna Robins Editor-In-Chief ................Katherine Conley Sports Editor ...................Glenna Snyder Alumni Editor....................June Shumaker Exchange Editor ................. Marilin Pfeifer Business Manager .........................Bernice Zimmerlee Circulation ...........................Jean Parr Treasurer .............................Jean Parr Advertising Manager .............Betty Lou Squibb Ass t Advertising Manager .. Kathleen Burchfield Adviser .....................Miss Winifred Wells Reporters ..........Connie Beebe, Harry Curran. Donna Hall. Bob Orr, Anna Mae Royston, Mary Jane Spagnuolo. LETS THINK ABOUT IT Lent. What's the meaning of this word? Is It merely a word or a tradition of forty days, when we give up something wo cherish most, because our friends do. follow them to church and then let the whole thing drop, or will it be a time when spirits of the past as well as our own. are re- united with God through Jesus? Ash Wednesday marks the first day of Lent. This year it was February 23. Its been said from one year to the next, the day is called Ash Wed- nesday because of an old custom in the Medieval Church, when the foreheads of the faithful were signed with a cross. Palms from the previous Sun- day were burned to make ashes for the ceremony. I ent has a great significance. It's a time set apart so the Christian may meditate upon the suffering and the death of Jesus. More people in the world today need to think of this period and try to understand the suffering and sacrifice that Jesus had to go through. WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO YOU? I pledge allegiance to the flag—When you say this. Just what does K mean to you? Is It merely a few words said before an assembly or some other public gathering because it is a patriotic gesture? You're pledging your allegiance, not just words: it means giving your all to your country when it is needed as it is now. Oh. sure, most of us are loyal; we argue for the Democratic party or the Republican party, whichever our parents belong to; we buy stamps whenever we happen to have any extra change which is practically never because we just had to see that show. Of course you all know that each third hour teacher sells stamps and bonds every Thursday and if you cut out just a coke now and then or that super-duper mess you get every night after school, or after the show, or the game, or some other pressing engagement In your young life, you would have that extra change. The day you purchase bonds is. in a way. a bar- gain day for you because you have Just hit another bull's-eye in the destruction of Der Fuehrer. His Im- perial Highness, and all the rest of these self-made Rags-of-wind. So stay home from that show tonight; It might be good for your school marks and. anyway, you need the sleep. ORCHIDS GO TO IS SHE YOUR VOTE? ? ? ? ? On the evening of March 17 the six girls chosen from the six grades will have a chance to reign us queens of the entire Journalism Carnival, some- thing ever)' girl in school would be proud to do if she were chosen queen. In choosing your candidate for queen think ubout whether she’s deserving of the honor. Make sure the girl you choose possesses many of the qualities of a queen. A few of them are friendship, ambition, personality. jHipularity and honesty. She must be striving to do her best with the characteristics she possesses and will be proud of the honor given her. Don’t fail to lend a vote for your queen and give her full support. 01645 MISSING Where’s book No. C-1645? inquired a student visiting the library. Obviously he has l oen await- ing the return of this book, but it has been absent from the library for some time. Not many hooks are lost, but those that are seem to be due to carelessness. The same people have books out from one week to another just forgetting to bring them back to the library. Books may be renewed for two periods if a stu- dent wishes. Mrs. lauch is available in the library for this service. Also you can to improve this situation. Let that long list on the bulletin board go down, and let our school have a first class library. QUEER HAPPENINGS Queer things sometimes happen. A few weeks ago at the Teacher's Chib dinner Mrs. lauch and Miss Wells were seated at the same table. In the cours of the conversation summer school was mentioned. At length they discovered that both had attended Northwestern University, then thai they had ben there the same summer, and finally that they had been members of the very same class for six weeks. They had lived as next door neigh- bors to each here in Charlotte for over a year, and have taught on the same faculty for a semester, yet neither had ever recognized the other. A LETTER TO WHOSE SISTER? Dear Sister Moron: Here I sit standing with a pen In my hand ready to type you a letter. I wish we lived farther to- gether and closer apart. Ask anyone w-here I live ns no one knows. We don’t live where we used to. because we Just moved from where we live now. Did you get the picture 1 didn't send or did they lose It In the mall? My aunt died and is getting along fine, hope you are the same. My cousin has the mumps and is having a '•swell'’ time. She is at death's door and we’re hoping the doctor will put her through. I was on my way to Charlotte to visit you and on the way I saw a sign. It said. This will take you to Charlotte. so I climbed on and sal there for (hreo hours and the darn thing didn't move. Love and Hate Your brother’s sister. P. S. Enclosed you will find the five dollars I owe you. but for fear it would get lost I took it out. WHY? ? ? ? Don't the students keep their lockers clean? Don't we have more home talent assemblies? Don't we have better turnouts at the games? Don't we have more teachers' institutes? Don't we have more A students? Don’t we have easier tests? Don’t we have more students taking journalism? Ever had your money burn in your pocket? Ever gone into a store and bought articles you didn’t really need? For lack of any other name, call this unreasoning urge to throw money away the “Squander Bug.” It can gobble dollars as sun melts snow. But the “Squander Bug” can't digest War Bonds. Up your houd-bu.ving nowl A tall, handsome, senior boy for all the work he did in getting intramural basketball started. He had charge of getting the boys signed up and starting the games; he is also a captain of one of the eight teams. You probably know by now that orchids go to Jack Bobler. and we hope that he keeps up the good work. Spending is contagious. You see the other fel- low buying things, having a good time, and pretty soon you follow suit. You’re bitten by the Squan- , der Bug” and spend needleesly. But there’s one mire way to control this vicious little pest. Swat bhn with a War Bond, the most efficient Squander j Bug” swatter ou the market today. COLLECTING CHINA Students of C.H.S. are very fortunate to have os one of the faculty, one who took a course In music at Northwestern and acquired a Masters' de- gree In music at that university. Miss Meyer's home town is Sleepy Eye. Minn. She has tftught in two other schools previous to Charlotte, which are Holland and Dundee. Mich. When she was asked. How do these schools com- pare to our own? she replied. In Holland the people are of one race and practically everyone sings, because music is characteristic of their race. In Dundee she replied. The home situations are not very good, because many of the parents work In factories.” As to her reaction of Charlotte's school, she answered. I think the people are courteous and the discipline is very good: hut I wish that there were larger music organizations.'' Collecting cups and saucers of good china in un- usual shapes and sizes seems to be the hobby of Miss Meyer. PERSONALS Maxon Wehr is taking flying lessons. Any Chapman visited her sister at Michigan State over the week end. The record typist in the first year typing class is Edith Ricker with 46 words a minute, followed by Marjorie Freed at 38. Others who have ratings in the army contest are Joyce Denison. Joyce Suth erland. Marian Ball. Cleone Smith. Mary Lou Ro- chester. Janice Oranstrom. Dorene Wright. Shirley Briggs and Ray Mohre. Two visitors on February 14 were l� raine Peter- son of Pottervllle who visited with Bonnie Ging- rich. and Wayne Harrison of Albion, who visited with Phyllis White. Phyllis Hack Is taking voice lessons at Olivet. Miss Wells has been in Chicago for a few days David Wilkinson of Chicago visited school with Max King. Wednesday. February 9. THE LISTENING POST The Student Council of Grand Rapids high have taken it upon themselves to publish a set of rules regarding school spirit and the destruction of school property. It will be given to the students. On the editorial page of the Creston Echo there is a special column every issue dedicated to the seniors. All the seniors In favor say. Aye” This probably will be of Interest to the under- classman. The IMal reports that the Current Events classes are divided into three groups. The group asking a question that cannot be answered by the other side gets excused from the next current events session. How does that sound? GUESS WHO He is a senior—has light brown hair—blue eyes —drives Ford—is from the country—has a sister In school—is intramural captain. She has youthful gray hair—usually seen In the office—lives on Horatio Ave.—has a lot of pep. He Is a senior—is short and stocky—plays sax in band—seen quite often with Esther--works down towu. She Is short—has light brown hair—is a sopho more—seen with Elaine Mohre -has been seen with a certain sophomore boy. Gusto.” She is a freshman—has brown hair—blue eyes plays clarinet—lately seen with “Jlggs . JOKES Katherine Conley: She says she can marry any- body she pleases. Glenna Snyder: Too bad she doesn’t please anybody. What kind of a husband would you advise me to get. Grandma?” Just leave husbands alone and get yourself a good single man.” • • • A visitor to Amsterdam. Holland, asked why a trainload of cattle was being shipped to Germany. A cow bit Into a telephone cable. came the reply. The Nazis shol her because she was a saboteur and now they are taking 75 other cows to Germany as hostages. ORANGE BLACK TOURNAMENT TO BE HELD HASTINGS GAME SEASON’S AT CHARLOTTE MARCH 3, I HARD FOUGHT THRILLER Eight Schools To Participate In District Battle That the district basketball tourna- ment should again be held in the Charlotte gymnasium was decided by the tournument division of the State Athletic Association in a meeting held last January. The date wus set for March 3. 4, when four class B and four class C schools will meet and battle for their places in the tourna- ment Coaches from these schools draw the following playing schedule. At 6:00—Olivet vs. Bellevue; at 7:20— Nashville vs. St. Phillips of Battle Creek, all Class C schools; at 8:40. Baton Rapids vs. Lakevicw; at 10:00 Hastings vs .Charlotte, all Class It. The winners of these games will play on Saturday night to decide on the winners of the tournaments. These games start at 7:30 and at 9:00. So far Charlotte stands a very good chance on obtaining the tournament having won six and lost two of their eight games, placing them right up on top for this district. UNDER THE BASKET Have you seen Wayne Holmes and Joe Pray, first team reserves on Coach Grindall's ‘ Mighty Mites '? We think that Ned Walters and Kay Mohre's sing ability compares to Frank Sinatra. Tho first team reserves played a good game against Baton Rapids in the last few minutes of play. Quite a delegation from school went to the bus station to see Mike” Mathews and Bob Paton off to Great Lakes. An enthusiastic crowd witnessed one of the most exciting games of the season. Feb. 25. when the Orange and Black squad faced Hastings here. Points were about evenly divided, first one team ahead and then the other. At the end of the last quarter, the score stood 25-25. Over time play kept up the tension but Hast- ings finally scored the needed points and the game closed: Hastings 30— C. H. S. 29. The visitors made some good long shots. The home boys couldn't seem to locate the basket at will. CONFERENCE VISITED BY TEN GYM STUDENTS Ton girls from the eighth grade. In- cluding Betty Chase. Joyce Gooch. Pat Hill. Melody Hussey. Margaret McNamara. Rae Norlander, Charlotte Sutherland. Mary Ix u Terwilliger, Joan Willard and Genevieve Wood, had an opportunity to attend a dem onstration and interpretation ou bas- ketball rules In I ansing on February 9. After the conference, they saw a basketball game between the Physi- cal education Majors and the girls from tho ML Pleasant Central Col- lege. The two sections of the eighth grade girls battled against each other with the 8A 1 coming out on top. There are still a number of girls bowling on Monday and Thursday nights. PRAY COMPANY r ☆ ☆ FURNITURE and UNDERTAKING PRIVATE AMBULANCE SERVICE INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL GAMES IN FULL SWING The Intramural captains are Jack i Bobler, Max Wehr. Bugene Roystou Bill Dunning. Max King. Clifford Mar- tens, Max Wilmore and Bill Smiley. Teams Won Lost Bobler 4 0 Wehr 3 1 Dunning 3 1 Royston 2 2 Wilmore 2 2 Smiley 1 3 Martens 1 3 King 0 4 Bach team plays once a week. Four teams or two games are scheduled a night. They play on Mondays uud Tuesdays. If there Is a tie for 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. etc. there will be a playoff. This will come sometime in March. There has been fine co-operation from Mr. Hynes, Coach Gobel. teachers who come down and keep things goinc, and from the boys who play. Jane Peters, '4u, has graduated from the University of Michigan and has a position with the Michigan Bell Telephone Company. Fruits Vegetables GROCERIES BOBS MARKET RCStACRE fLCHERJ Page 3 ALUMNI NEWS George Wlldern, '43. is at Gulfpoit Field, Mississippi. Betty Tomlinson, '42, is working In a Detroit telephone office. Wayne Parr, '43, has gone into the air cadets. He is stationed in Missis- sippi. Dale Shumaker, '40, has been grad- uated from cook and baker's school at Anchorage. Alaska. The journalism class received a letter from Dwight Haines, '42, tell- ing of his appreciation in receiving the school paper and asking the class to reserve a copy of the Charhian for him. ANSWERS TO GUESS WHO 1. Jack Bobler 2. Mrs. Mead 3. Harry Curran 4. Alice Lawrence 5. Mary Mead Watch Our Windows For New Novelties and Gifts W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry Gift MAIN SWEET SHOP HOT FUDGE - HOT CHOCOLATE Phone 164 BRUNO SPAGNUOLO, Prop. ReNu Shoe Shop W. L. OSBORNE EATON COUNTY SAVINGS BANK Bicycle Repairs YATES HARDWARE COMPLIMENTS OF CHARLOTTE CANDY CO. SCHOOL LUNCHES AND Real Ice Cream WHERE? CHARLOTTE HOME DAIRY Have Your laundry Done THE EASY WAY COM M UN IT Y LA U N DRY tevensen tidic FOR Better Photographs COMPLIMENTS OF EATON FLEETWING Best Movies of the season at EATON THEATRE Young’s Jewelry Shop Watches - Oiamonds - Silverware Clocks • Glassware - Dinner-ware Gifts That Last Phone 637 Expert Repairing Featured By HAROLD E. SMITH Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS Corner of Lawrence Host wick Aves. Shelden Lumber Co. LUMBER, BUILDER’S SUPPLIES PAINTS - FUEL Page 4 ORANGE BLACK DANCE SPONSORED BY F. F. A. HOYS The F. F. A. boys sponsored the dance after the game February 11. The danoo started about 10:00 o' clock and ended at 11:30. The ad- mission was 10c and a clear profit ol $48.00 was made. Approximately 350 people were presenL The F. F. A. boys spent the greater part of Friday afternoon washing the gym floor in preparation for the dance. Refreshments of sandwiches and pop were served. The sandwiches were made under the supervision of Mrs. Schroeder. KELLOGG COURSE (Continued from Pan One) Pierce, who is working with a fellow ship through Harvard University at the Kellogg Foundation. Chest X-rays and laboratory tests were also given along with the rest of the examination. The money earned from selling hot-dogs at foot- ball games paid for the latter. All the schools offering this course give a physical examination to their stu- dents. The Kellogg Foundation contributed $10,000 to begin this course in twenty-six schools. Some of the towns in which this project first began are: Battle Creek. Lakeview, Port Huron. Ypsilanti. Rochester. Alma, and Charlotte. Mrs. Genevieve Soller is state head of this project. l u� t year, from these schools. 1,000 girls were enrolled in this course. This year, two hundred schools in Michigan pro- vided this course. In comparison with twenty-six schools last year. There are from fifteen to twenty girls in each class, for more can be gained when there are few to observe the many phases it provides. There have been many conferences held on the value of this project, and there Is a great chance that this will not only be available to students in Michigan, but that it will be offered in other states, and may take on a national emphasis. Each class has Its own regulation uniform, although they may not wear a cap or a dark blue garment, its this belongs In the hospital regulations. In most cases, a pinafore has been worn. The girls from this school are wearing an attractive blue and white checked pinafore with white blouses. In Charlotte, wonderful co-opera- tion has been secured from Mrs. Cramer, who discusses nursing: Miss Painton. who instructs on prenatal care; Miss Mahaffy. who helps the glrla at the locul hospital: Mrs. Van- Vossein, who has given valuable lit | formation In community nursing; Dr. Stucky. of the health department who has tuughl the girls many tactics, and helped with the physical exami- nations; along with Miss Toms, the school co-ordinator who has done much in getting appointments for the class, and seeing that everything has run smoothly. GLEE CLUB SINGS AT METHODIST CHURCH “O Divine Redeemer” was sung by the girls' glee club at the Methodist church. Sunday. February 20. On February 15. at a Joint meeting of the Child Study Clubs. In the band room of the high school. Phyllis Hack sang a solo. She was accom- panied by Phyllis Wietzke. who later played a piano solo. SO THEY SAY March 3 Marking period ends. (The end is drawing close.) March 3—4—Basketball Tournament. (Lot’s help by yelling.) March 6 Movies (Any movie stars?) March 8 Parents' Night (Lea's show Die parents) March 9 Report cards JOINT HAYRIDE HELD In a get-together of the Olrl Reser- ves and the Hl-Y, a hayrlde was held on February 16. at 7:30 p.m. The group rode out to Walton Hall, where they held a dance. Music was furn- ished by a phonograph. For refresh- ment . sandwiches, cocoa and cook- ies were served. MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Granite Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte, Michigan Pocket Knives Flashlights K U T S C H E'S HARDWARE Guns Ammunition BOUSKA SON WALLPAPER and PAINT FLOOR SANDING Phone 344-W 107 W. Lawrence CHENEY FUNERAL HOME A. C. Cheney • Gordon C. Cheney Phone 331 JOHNSON’S H-C SINCLAIR SERVICE Corner of Main and Henry ICE CREAM HOT LUNCHES HAMBURGERS TRY OUR DELICIOUS GRILLED STEAKS FOR A PERFECT EVENING MEAL GREEN LIGHT RESTAURANT Open 7 A. M. to 7 P. M. Except Sundays BEN H. FELSKA, Prop. BEST WISHES Eaton County Sheriffs Dept. FOWLER Chevrolet Sales, Inc. ■ SAVE YOUR RATION STAMP FOR SCHOOL SHOES Buy a pair of our Gabardine Pumps. Open Toe, Open Heel and Ankle Straps. Non-rationed for Parties and Dress FRED MURRAY CO. MUNGER HARDWARE CO. HARDWARE JOHN DEERE FARM IMPLEMENTS PLUMBING SUPPLIES - DUPONT PAINT L. L. Johnson Lumber Co. 563 N. Main St. Phone 379 Charlotte, Mich. JUST ARRIVED A shipment of girls’ sweaters, all colors and sizes % M Manager. Chas. Mulholland yj Ass’t Mgr., Douglas Mulholland Jay Sandwich Shop EARL J. LAVENGOOO. PROP. CHARLOTTE CAFE “THE HOME OF GOOD FOOD’ We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night LUMBER COAL PHONE No. 9 Re pul) lien n - Tribune Want Advt’s For Quick Sales SAVE YOUR PENNIES VOLUME 18 )RANGE BLACK COME TO THE CARNIVAL THE CHARH IAN CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN, MARCH 9. 1944 ISSUE 10 Journalism Carnival Friday, March 17 JONES, ROBERTS, TOP '44 CLASS AVERAGES General Class Averages Higher; Lowest Is Higher Than Previous Years Senior high honors this year go to Esther Jones, with an average of 3.86. valedictorian, and Nell Roberts, ! with 3:52. salutatorlan: as each sen- ior's maiks are averaged at the close of the first semester to obtain his scholastic average for his high school years. The general class average is higher this year than in previous years. Active during their four years of high school in various clubs and or- ganisations. Ksther and Neil were both in the junior play, both members of the Charhlan staff and both have gone to the honor banquet for three years. She took a commercial course with a major in English and Is a member of the commercial club, glee | club. Orange and Black, and was on | the Junior prom committee. Follow- ing graduation she plans to go to Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, then later on go to college. Nell's work throughout high school, also has been outstanding. He has course with majors in science, mathe- matics and English. Band, orchestra, been taking a college preparatory1 science club, movie operator, member. of student council and business mana- ger for the Charhian are his other activities He plans to go to college | next year and study engineering. Recognition should also go to the other eight that make up the ten at | the top of the scholnstlc record along with Esther and Nell. The following make up this group: June Mayhew. 3.46; Edna Robins. 3.45; Ila Halsey 3.31; Mary Jane Spagnuolo. 3.31; Donna Vierk. 3.31: Patsy Ix� wte. 3.15; Max King. 3.14 and Marian Sloan. 3.10. It's unusual to have three people with identical grades. These ratines are computed by averaging all marks for a three and one half year period, figuring an A as four. B as three, etc The possible highest average for any one to receive is 4.00. Max King. Neil Roberts Esther Jones and Mary Jane Spagnuolo are the four students In the uoper ten who live here in the city and the oth er six are from the country Marthn Sloan came here from I anslng East- ern to enter the senior class. Patsy Lewis. Edna Robins, and June May- hew have gone to school together for twelve years, coming to Charlotte high school from the Wheaton schooj The throe now live together and work after school. The other two from the country are Donna Vierk and Ila Hal- sey. Chemistry Class Busy The chemistry class is now making use of their knowledge by testing strength of different brands of vine- gar; dehydrating foods and finding what laxatives contain; what chemi- cals are In ordinary headache pow- ders; what amount of caffeine is in different brands of coffee. The stu- dents are nlno making various testa with the different brands of cosmet- ics. BUY AN EXTRA BOND — ♦ Hl-Y PLANS HAY RIDE Seated: Robert Hart. James Mathews. Dick Schnockenberger. Nyle Tre- loar. Bob Orr. 2nd row: Vernon Gresso. Ned Walters. Richard Hicks. Bob Betty. Ray Mohre. Joe Pray. Francis Kane. 3rd row standing: Clifton Arc hart’ Brewster Grier. Bertram Jane. Clifford Martens. Ed Dunning. Max King. Harold Cheney. Wayne Webb. Maurice Tharp. 4th row: Calvin Csatlos. Bill Smiley. Harold Marsh. Harry Ackley. Jack Hess. Neil Cochrane. Harold Allen. Keith Gidner. Richard Cooper. LaVeme Baum. Mr. Richard Bilbie. Dan Fuller. _____________________________ Awarded Silver Star Staff Sergeant Warren Moore. ’42. i received the Silver Star for gallantry | in action, while serving as left waist gunner of a B-24 airplane on a bomb | ing mission over Germany. November ( 13. Sergeant Moore was seriously j wounded in the left arm. when his I plane was attacked by a large num- j ber of enemy fighters. Warren stay-' ed at his gun position fighting off: persistent, and savage attacks. The gallantry, skill and utter disregard for his own safety displayed by Ser- geant Moore materially aided in the safe return of his aircraft. Father Behan Visits World History Class Father Behan spoke to the work' history class about Catholicism's dif- ference from Protestantism. He has come several times and is planning to come again soon. Father also Is making arrangements to have the class of about forty students visit the Catholic church where he will explain many more things. The students wrote questions, then Father Behan answered them. The questions asked were about the dif- ferent customs of the Catholic relig- ion. Parents’ Night Success The annual parents' night of Char- lotte high school was held Monday evening. March 6. A one hour assem- bly starting at eight o'clock opened the program, with Miss Barbara Rick- ard taking charge of the assembly. Each class and organlxation was giv- en an opportunity to take part. Many rooms had student work on display. :our Girl Reserves Attend Conference Shirley Walker. Betty Sumerlx. tela Payne, and laurel Starr attend- d the Girl Reserve mid winter con- erence at Grand Rapids. Michigan. February 25-26. The program for the first day be- ;an at 4:30 with registration. At 6:30 ilnner was served. Fun and getting icquainted lasted until adjournment it 9:00. The girls stayed at different homes n Grand Rapids and reported back to the Y. W. C. A. at 9:00 a m. Sat- ir Lunch was served at 12:15. What's Your Score With Your •Yiends? was the title of Mr. Fleen- ,r‘g next talk and a discussion follow- 'd also. At 4:15 refreshments were served, fhe meeting was adjourned. rierk and Squibb Enter Quill Scroll Contest Boom! ! !Out of a clear sky one ice afternoon Miss Wells brings up message. The journalism class was dug to enter another Quill and proli contest in headline writing id advertising. This was to be ne in a class period. Donna V’lerk’s headlines and Betty ou Squibb's advertisements were iosen to send. How To Vote Today is the day you vote for queen of your class. Ballots are in this issue. Clip them, fill them in and save them until the begin- ning of the fourth hour when thoy will be collected. GIRLS’ GLEE CLUB DRAMATIC CLASS IN OPERETTA Students to Elect Queen; McCall to Preside At Coronation Side Shows Open At 7:00 “Right this way. ladles and gentle- men! Push right through the crowd; tickets right here. Come one. come all!” not to the firemen's ball but to the greatest carnival ever present- ed for any student body. Every one loves a carnival, the mystic rites of the fortune tellers, and the hearty laughter of those about you. Boys, bring your best girl, or just any girl will do. and girls, if they don't bring you. come anyway! ! ' ! Once again crowds will roam thru the halls of old C. 11. S. buying tick- ets and visiting the numerous side shows. Main Show and Coronation As you walk into the interior of the building at 7:00 p.m. on carni- val night you will be met by Bill Smi- ley and Mr. Anderson, ticket sales- men. who will sell you your roll of tickets at six for thirty cents or six cents for a single ticket. The journalism class will present the annual carnival, to be held Fri- day. March 17. Doors open at 7:00 o'clock. The main show starts at 10:00 o’clock. The main perform- ance will be entitled “Shooting Stars” which is an operetta for mixed voices. The glee club and dramatics class have been working together to sponsor the main show for the even- ing. The cast for Shooting Stars is as follows: Mr. Frazier—Vem Gresso Mr. Grumble—Bill Dunning Mrs. Grumble—Eleanor Sloan Virginia Claire—Phyllis Hack Hamfat—Joe Pray Shirley—Mary Lou Bobier Wally Nutt—Bob Hart Filbert Nutt—Clifford Martens Dill Maxfield—Calvin Csatlos Jack—Harold Cheney Harry—Eugene Royston Marjorie—Mary Lou Keeler Barbara—Lucille I Point Eleanor—Beverly Paton Marian—Marian Sloan Director—Harry Ackley Coronation of Queen The time has come when the girls should acquire the Colgate smile. ; spruce up on personality and bring out the powder puffs. Choosing the queen will be done by ballot In the same manner as last year, with a queen being chosen from each class. Their royal highnesses will be se- lected for the most outstanding per- sonality and character. When you purchase six tickets at the carnival you may cast a vote for the queen of the school, who will reign over the carnival and will be crowned by Supt. McCall. Several Side Shows YUM! YUM! Can't pass up the candy, popcorn and punch stands: Betty Lou Squibb and Joan Barnes (Continued on page four) Page 2. ORANGE BLACK (Member r . Est. I92l) ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-Weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Circulation 625 Subscription Hates $.75 STAFF Publisher ..........................Donna Vierk Managing Editor .....................Edna Robins Editor-in-Chief ................Katherine Conley Sports Editor ....................(Jlenna Snyder Alumni Editor ...............................Juno Shumaker Exchange Editor ..................Marilin Pfeifer Business Manager ........................Berniece Ziinmerlee Circulation .........................Jean Parr Treasurer ...........................Joan Parr Advertising Manager .............Betty Lou Squibb Ass'! Advertising Manager-----Kathleen Burchfield Adviser ....................Miss Winifred Wells Reporters ........Connie Beebe, Harry Curran. Donna Hall. Bob Orr, Anna Mae Royston. Mary Jane Spagnuolo. Are You Helping To Save Those Lives? “I cannot say enough to thank the Red Cro Tor the fine things they do for us boys in I service, says Lee Willis. I really enjoyed myself in London. It is quite a city. Hud a good night’s rest at the Red Cross. They are sure swell to us boys”. This is the opinion of James Spaniolo. These ate some of the quotations made by alum- ni of Charlotte high school. Millions of other ex- high school students' lives have been saved or lightened by the American Red Cross. This ser- vice not only takes place on the home front but on the battle front as well. If It were not for (he first-aid kits, blood plasma, bandages, and nurses, many a life would have been lost. Red Cross nurses, which are sometimes called. “Angels of Mercy”, are doing an excellent Job in this war. as we all know. The Red Cross has helped many a homesick per- son to find comfort. If a loved one is seriously ill. the Red Cross wires home for the serviceman or woman and helps to make it possible for him to get leave perhaps to see his mother or father for the last time. Not cnly In wartime is the Red Cross an aid. This organization is first to help during floods, fires, earthquakes, and other emergencies. Why not give a portion of your paycheck, allow- ance. or pennies in the old sugar bowl way up in the cupboard? After all. just stop to think. The money isn't doing you any good Just lying around. Why not give a part of it or all of it to the Red Cross in this drive that is now on? You may be thankful to accept help from the Red Cross in the future. Wouldn’t you feel guilty if you knew that money of yours was all that was needed to save the life of a neighbor, friend, or even a brother and you hadn’t given it? Trophies, Pictures Shown In C. H. S. Display Cases A study could almost be made of Charlotte high Just by looking at the different display cases that are in the halls. Many trophies and pictures are exhibited which show' what outstanding sportsman ship this school has shown. Football, basketball, baseball, track, and other sports that have been a part of the activities are represented in these cases. Pictures of the band, orchestra, drum majors and drum majorettes, and cheer leaders, are shown. Awards received by the band for winning the first prize at Holland for having the best band are also placed in the display cases. Everytime a holiday comes, a special case is arranged to remind all the students of the fact, and in Itself it tells a story. So next Ume you pass a case, stop, look, and see all that there la to be gained. How to Pick a Queen Nice appearance, personality, leadership and ambition are some of ihe characteristics every one around school is looking for these days. Express- ions such us these are also being heard. Whom shall I vote for? Which one is deserving of It? Who is the outstanding girl in my class?” Do you know what I’m talking about? Yes! You’ve guessed it. the election of the queen for this school. Are you one of those students who just votes for the one that your friend is voting for or do you really know who is deserving of such an honor, someone whom the whole school can be proud of? SO before you vote for queen, stop to think until you decide who in your class fills all these qualifications. What It Means J—is for Jam Because w'e’ll all be there. 0— is for oodles Of fun we’ll all share. U—is uncle. He’ll be glad to go. R—is for rhythm You’ll find In the show. N—is for notions ’N such things you know. A—is for auto (The speed limit slow). I.—is for leisure; What a time it will be! 1— is for ire For show's you don’t see. S—is for school. That is where it will be. M—is for money ; Spend it with glee. C—Is for carnival You’ll all want to see. A—1h for amateur lk xing there'll be. R—is lor rest You'll need when it’s oe’r. N—is for novelties; You’ll see them galore. I—is for interest You’ll find in the show. V—is for vote (For the queen who’s just so). A—is for always The memories will cling L—is for lyrics; Oh the tunes they will sing! ORCHIDS TO One of our basketball players who has done a good Job in filling his position as center on the team. He is respected for his fighting spirit in getting the bull off the back board In the face of taller opponents. His main characteristic seems to lie In his genial personality and this young man can take a blow on the chin with a smile. As president of the F. F. A. he helped mop the gym floor before the dances sponsored by the Future Farmers of America. He has helped make sandwiches for the senior class and F. F. A. when they sponsored their dances. He is always willing tc co-operate with others and is capable of getting work done and done well. So hats off to this senior boy who well deserves the orchids of this issue of the Orange Black. Charlotte high wishes to thank Wayne Steward and tell hint that he is doing some splendid work. The Girl of the Week This issue’s girl of the week has blonde hair greenish blue eyes and a wonderful personality. She likes people and Journalism is her favorite subject. Now. she is having a great time working on the Journalism carnival. She likes to cook and sew but her great ambition is to go to Hollywood and be a hair stylist. After school she plans to go to a beauty operator’s school. Speaking of Hollywood. Lana Turner and Sunny Tufts rate high on her movie list. She works at the theater and you’ve probably guessed by now that the girl of the week is Edna Robins. She is a country girl but has an apartment in town with June and Patsy. Usually seen with thorn are Mary Jane and Lucille. Her favorite sports are swimming, hiking and blko riding. She likes to travel but doesn’t have time because of her worl ODDS N’ ENDS Tho school and her many friends w ish to express most heartfelt sympathy to Lucille I.«Potnt upon the passing of her father who lived in Connecticut. What is tho sudden interest in Olivet to a few ( harlot to boys? Some of those boys who aren't so bashful, seem to be so when It comes to singing for the operetta. GIRLS, ITS LEAP YEAR! It looks as if Neil Roberts has a blonde” in- terest in Woods. Girls. Harry has a 50 cent offer? ? ? ? ? Mrs. Llpsey's bookkeeping students are working on new’ sets. They say they’re too long and com- plicated but struggle through. Mike Matthews and Bob Paton are the first alum- n of ’44 to leave for the service. What is the great mystery of the showcase on the first floor across from the home ec. room? For several days out of about two weeks there is a piece of white paper hiding the contents. Is It a military secret? Should it be Investigated � � r should wo leave it Just a poor little blank window- in the lonely hall of Charlotte high school? Or will the contents be revealed before we go to press? Seniors did O. K. on the dance they sponsored February 25. Did you notice Garry lenders and Glenna Snyder’s selling ability with the sandwich- es? Maybe there will be a trip. Don't forget the journalism carnival March 17. IjOts of fun is in store. Book of the Week The Public Speaker’s Treasure Chest, by Her- bert V. Prochnow. is the only volume of Its kind. It will be found eminently useful by anyone who writes and delivers an occasional speech. Com- mencing with a brief and highly Instructive section on how to prepare a speech, this book supplies nearly 4.000 quotable items to make your speech and conversation sparkle. Among the 4000 items ore 1000 jokes, 500 epigrams. 200 amusing defini- tions. 85 famous lives. 1200 quotations. 300 smiles. 173 colorful phrases, and 200 Bible quotations, and includes directions for use and specific in- structions on how to write an interesting speech. This volume brings together material never be- fore available except by reference to numerous l ooks and anthologies. It grows out of the stu- dious efforts of an experienced public speaker v ho has built this encyclopedic volume out of his notebooks of tested anecdotal material, carefully assembled and sifted. Reference use of this volume is made simple, quick, and easy by its uniquo Indexing method. Each of the items is numbered consecutively from 1 to 4000. To find suitable material one has only to turn to a complete subject index and refer to the uuinber listed beside each subject. The author, an officer of the First National Bank of Chicago, is a widely sought public speaker out of w-hopc preparation for effective appearances be fore many and varied audiences this book has de- veloped. Class Room Boners Wharf—Very small person. Enamel—Beast like a cat or dog. Atom—The first man. Induction—The method of getting acquainted. July—What you do when you don't tell the truth. Phosphates—What we wear on Halloween. Cuckoo—What we drink for breakfast. Serial—What we eat for breakfast. Knight—When it is dark. Onion—A. F. of L. or C. 1. O. Duet—What you say when you want something done. Eraser—What boys shave with. Tangerine—Rattling musical instrument. Handicap—Hat that is easy to put on and take off. Foreman—a quartet. Parent—What the land lady is always saying. Edna doesn’t like to quarrel with people or have hard feelings. Her opinion of boys is. she likes them all. but not one in particular. When asked if she'll be glad to graduate she replied, ‘TU be glad to grad- uate. although I’ve had most of my fun In my sen ior year, and I'll probably w ant to come back next year.” She Is living from one day to the next hoping that the seniors will have a trip to Chicago. ORANGE BLACK Lakeview Captures Tourney In Thrilling Overtime St. Phillips Tops Class C; Winners Play At Albion Tomorrow Night After battling a tough four quarters and on overtime, the Lakeview five downed Hastings here Saturday night by a score of 37-36. capturing the dis- trict touruuinent trophy of class II schools. St. Phillips also Hwamped Olivet giving them the ownership of the class C district tournament. Charlotte and Kitten Rapids fell out of the contest Friday night as I.ake view more than doubled the score of the Katon Rapids Islanders, and Hast- ings topped Charlotte by five points, perhaps because of the lucky horse- shoe which the Hastings boys brought with them from their hometown and, by U� e way. the horseshoe was left under the Hastings bench after their defeat Saturday night and Is now lo- cated In Coach Gobel's office. Lakeview. class B. and St. Phillips, class C. bring the Champs will Journey to Albion this Friday night to fight for the regional champion- ship The winners of this will play in I anslng. March 17 and 18 for the semi-finals and finals. Final standings on March 3 were: Bellevue 22 Nashville 36 51 Katon Rapids 26 Charlotte 29 Olivet 36 Hastings 36 Olivet 39 8t- Phillip • lakeview 51 Hastings SI March 4: St. Phillip. 5 lakeview 37 Student Council Minutes A motion was made by Lois Willard and seconded by Keith Frey that Dorothy Furu act as temporary chair- man in the absence of the Mayor. Boh The meeUng was called to order by Dorothy Furu and the minutes of the previous meeting were read before approved. Roll call was taken with twelve members present Two bills were brought before the student council at this meeting. One was presented by Mr. Hynes for rec ords. amounUng to $6.75. Dorothy Furu also presented one for defense stamps purchased for the home Ulent assembly which amounted to $-- • � t was arranged to pay these bills. Four petitions were read for ine dances after games on Friday nights They were approved and dates set, A petiUon was read and approved that an Airplane Club be formed. Wanda Wing and Bob Betty wete appointed to get some boys to try out as cheerleaders. A inoUon was made by Joyce Deni- son and seconded by Virginia Royston that the rural student club consUtu- lion be accepted. Passed. Joyce Deuison and Virginia Ro • •ton wero appointed to see about starting a softball team as soon as weather permit, for girls interested in practicing after school. Keith Frey and Bob Betty were chosen to. start such a team for boys Interested in playing softball. The meeting was adjourned. Anna Mae Royston. Secretary. BALLOT FOR QUEEN I hereby nominate Track Practice Opens Here March 20 With basketball coming to a close track practice Is to get underway again In C.H.S.. March 20. Although we will miss Mathews speed, Carrigan on the shot-put and. Clever, at the high-jump Charlotte promises to have a strong track team this year. With Cheney an Weaver on the 10 and 220 dashes. Weymouth at the hurdles. Royston again at the 440 and Hicks with the pole vaulting. The team still lacks high Jumpers, broad jumpers, and a man on the shot put. So If you are the least bit in- terested in track or if you have the ability for any sport of track try out March 20 and lets put our track team on top again this year. ORIOLES CO-CHAMPIONS By losing the Grand Ledge game, the Orioles became cochampions in the capitol circuit league and u trophy was also awarded to Charlotte. The following is a summary of results of all the games played the past season. Charlotte 26 vs. Lakeview 24 • 35 vs. Everett 28 30 V 8. Grand Ledge 27 56 V8. Howell 31 •• 64 VS. Mason 37 52 VS. Katon Rapids IS M 23 VS. Lakeview 30 • 29 vs. Grand Ledge 30 41 vs. Everett 33 � • 29 vs. Hastings 28 m 33 V . Katon Rapids 10 M 37 vs. Howell 36 •• 29 vs. Mason 25 •t 29 V 8. Hastings 30 ALUMNI NEWS Mr. McCall received a letter from Alberta (Goff) Zurakowski. 40. Alberta is in the Waves and stationed in New York. In her letter she wrote. If any of the girls ask you about the Waves, will you tell them it’s a nice place to do a job that must be done. There are lots of things we have to give up. but it really worth 1L” Around the Locker Room What , the matter with Borky Hicks and Lou Ann Potter? Mark one up for -Borky Fourth hour physclal fitness class ia back on regular schedule after having mutiny for a week. Bill Smiley won two intramural basketball games. What's the secret. Bill? Ray and Barb can’t seem to keep together. What is the matter? Wayne Steward is going to physical fitness class on slow time because he seems to be late quite often. Bet- ter check the school time. Wayne. When it was discovered one night at practice for the parent’s night play that the ’’indigestion pills used wero candy peanuts. Max Wilmore prompt- ly ate some and asked for more. It seems they must have been good. BOBIER'S TEAM LEADS Up to-date, the result, in the sea- son's intramural basketball teams are as follows: Teams Won Lost Jack Bobier --------------- 5 0 Bill Dunning ------------- 4 Maxon Wehr -------—........ 3 Kugene Royston ---......... 2 Max Wilmore --------------- 2 Bill Smiley................ 2 3 Cliff Martens ........... 1 4 The teams wish to express their ap- preciation to Coach Gobel for the use of the basketball equipment and to the teachers and students for their excellent co-operaUon. Buy Your Bonds Here First National Bank CLEVER IMPLEMENT COAL CO. ALLIS-CHALMERS FARM IMPLEMENTS COAL and COKE PHONE 155-W JAMES B. CHURCH PHONE 200 RICHELIEU FOOD STORE CHARLOTTE. MICH. GOOD SPORTS” AND ATTRACTIVE ONES, TOO! Sturdy Loafers and Sport Oxfords. Designed to take it in smart styles that will compliment yoor sports clothes. Plenty of new Play Shoes too FRED MURRAY CO. CHARLOTTE CAFE “THE HOME OF GOOD FOOD We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Shelden Lumber Co. LUMBER, BUILDER’S SUPPLIES PAINTS - FUEL Jay Sandwich Shop EARL J. LAVENGOOD. PROP. GIRLS AH Wool Cardigan and Slipover Style Sweaters V R Manager. Chas. Mulholland Ass't Mgr.. Douglas Mulholland WILCCX-GAy CCEFCRATICN MANUFACTURERS OF NATIONALLY FAMOUS “CEcecne 99 Page 4 ORANGE BLACK Know Your Library Contest; Prize To Be Given Winner i,..i wtiPh«nC� W,,ltb fKlVCI! f°r lh ° l,eat ,,8t of anawer turned in to the llbrar- ian within twonty-four hours of distribution of this issue of the Orange lilack. Sources of information must accompany each item of information and they must be from the school library. A box with a slot for the insertion of contestants reports will be placed in a conspicuous position in the library Fill in blanks: 1. What are the three best-sellers among current fiction books for Feb- ruary 27. 1944: Source ......................... 2. What Is the classification number of “Mathematics For the Million’ .................................... Source ............. 3. Who wrote The People Talk”? ......................Source ! 4 What books are there in the library by Alexander Dumns? 5. What Is the classification number of history books of Michigan ................ Source ................................ • What is the name of a book in our library about Baton County? ----; • • ...........Where did you find the title? ..................... 7. Give the titles of all the library reference books you can which give biogn-phies of great authors. 8 Give titles of two game books, classification numbers, and authors. JOURNALISM CARNIVAL (Continued from page one) will be back of their stand to sell you some good candy. Look at Donna Vierk bring in the dough at the pop- corn stand. Hotcha!! There are Kathleen Burchfield and Bernice Zimmeriee over at their punch stand in the front lobby. Going on down the midway and stopping at room 111 fork over a ticket and go inside and see none other than the Screwy Scrappers. They are 7 senior girls. Mary Ellen Baker. Amy Chapman. Dorothy Helnre. Lucille I aPoint. Marilin Pfiefer. Anna Mae Royston. and Mary Jane Spagnuolo. who are producing a vaudeville show. Now. continue roaming about until you ap- proach the picture gallery with Jean Parr. Shirley Telia� and June Shu- maker in charge, selling pictures of the one and only , small ones and larger ones. Boy'! look at Joe Pa- looka and Joe Louis at the boxing match conducted by Neil Cochrane. Be sure and see the cinema beauties at the style show with Ailleen Young In charge. Try Your Luck Bingo! Zing' W'ayne Steward will let you try your luck at Spill the Milk. Now. maybe you are ready to see a little more excitement; if so go to the Boogie Woogie Minstrels conducted by Mary King. Don’t for- get to see the tumbling acts provided by a few eighth grade girls from Mrs. Thelma Taylor's class. Now to the hall room and see what Art Steward has provided for those that want to swing It. Do you know what is ahead of you? If you don't, stop at the Gypsy stand and let Dot Furu foretell your future. Then let Connie Beebe show you something—the chamber of horrors with all its thrills and chills. Ouch! Wham! Bam! Boy. am I scared! Come on. Pansy, let's take a peek at the strong man act with all American Bob Orr Community Health Class Works at Local Hospital Girls of the community health j service class have been working at I he hospital the last few weeks. The nurse consultant for the girls Is Mrs Russell Upright. It is planned that three girls go to the hospital each day with the nurse. There the girls are to apply some of the things they learned in class at school. Mr. Jack, of the Minnesota State Department of Health, visited the class February 29. Other states are becoming interested In the health class and this is the purpose of Mr., Jack’s visit to Charlotte. Community' Health sendee classes are extending as other hear about the class. In charge Land Sake� ! Look at that! As you are traveling along.1 don’t forget to stop at the fish pond i with Donna French in charge: also stop and see the living pictures con ducted by Mrs. Wildern. Why look what time It Is; time for the main show, but wait! We want a souvenir from the novelty stand. Fish over another ticket and get some thing as a reminder of the 1944 Journalism carnival from Glenna Mae Snyder and Katherine Conley. Whoopee! ! While you are having a swell time at the carnival, keep your foot off the gas and drive S-L-O-W. avoid put ting on your hrakes just as the traffic has started because around the corn- er might be Ned Walters and one of his policemen who will take you be fore the judge and you will be fined tickets for your misdemeanor. Clare Weaver. '38. sang on tho same program with Victor Mature Arthur Lake. i Dag wood). Harry Fields, and Billy DeWolfe. Library Books Overdue Library books aro coming back more promptly of late. Students may take books out for two weeks and If they desire may have them re- newed for two weeks. The same peo- ple repeatedly hold books overtime. At the present there are about 56 overdue books out of the library, which is the average amount for a school of this size. About $2.25 is turned in to Mrs. lauch In fines each month. This money Is turned over to Mr. McCall to help buy more books. Some books have been gone since October which is far too long for them to be out of the library. The absence of these books stops circula- tion and limits the usefulness of the most popular of the library books both in fiction and non-fiction. Magician Performs For C. H. S. Students Dr. Clyde Carey, teacher of physio- logy at Michigan State College, per- formed a magician act at the high school. February 18. The third, fourth, fifth and sixth grades were invited to attend. Dr. Carey provided the father and son banquet with his magic also. Sponsor of the assembly was the junior high school. BUY AN EXTRA BOND Young’s Jewelry Shop Watches • Diamonds • Silverware Clocks - Glassware • Dinnerware Gifts That Last Phone 637 Expert Repairing JOHNSON’S H-C SINCLAIR SERVICE Corner of Main and Henry Fruits Vegetables GROCERIES BOB'S MARKET Pocket Knives Flashlights K U T S C H E’S HARDWARE Guns Ammunition FOWLER Chevrolet Sales, Inc. mausoleums MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Granite Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan BEST WISHES talon County Sheriff’s Dept. MAIN SWEET SHOP HOT FUDGE - HOT CHOCOLATE Phone 164 BRUNO SPAGNUOLO. Prop. ReNu Shoe Shop W. L. OSBORNE RCSEACRE HCWfCI COMPLIMENTS OF EATON FLEETWING Watch Our Windows For New Novelties and Gifts W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry Gifts tpvenscn ft die FOR Better Photographs FOR DEPENDABLE SERVICE CALL AT BAUM’S YOUR STANDARD DEALER Lubrication - Washing Tire Inspection . Phone 9177 PRAY COMPANY O FURNITURE and UNDERTAKING PRIVATE AMBULANCE SERVICE Republic� Want For Qui n-Tribuno Advt’s rk Sales AVHOOH i NOI J.VOVA U31SV3 ORANGE BLACK i • nood iiddv “THE CHARH IAN” VOLUME 18 I)o you remember that In the last Usue of this paper there was a li- brary contest? Prises were to be glv en the winners who turned In the questions answered correctly to Mrs. lauch. These winners were Betty Hudson, first place, and the runner up was Betty Patterson. BEST WISHES talon County Sheriff’s Dept. JOHNSON’S H-C SINCLAIR SERVICE Corner of Main and Henry Ice Cream Hamburgers Hot Lunches COME IN FOR A SNACK OR A FULL MEAL GREEN LIGHT RESTAURANT Open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Except Sundays Ben H. Felska. Prop. COMPLIMENTS OF CHARLOTTE. CANDY COMPANY JOHN COLIZZI HAPPY SOLUTION TO YOUR COUPON PROBLEMS Carefree Shoes That Will Go Straight to the Hearts of 8m art Women. Everywhere. Get into a Pair Today FRED MURRAY CO. Best Movies of the season at EATON THEATRE CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY, MARCH 30. 1944 Auction Sale Having decided that the following articles are of no use to us. we shall sell them at a public auction in the high school gym at 13:00 o'clock A. M. SATURDAY, APRIL 1 ISSUE 11 Cortney Osborn, of the State I e- | partment of Health returned here March 16 to recheck the hearing tests taken last year, in order to find the deficiencies. The rechecking was done so that corrections might be made with the person's hearing. THINGS AND STUFF Mr. Bilbie's jokes Chemistry lab's awful odor! 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Lawrence COMPLIMENTS OF EATON FLEETWING levensen tidic FOR Better Photographs EATON COUNTY SAVINGS BANK PRAY COMPANY it it if FURNITURE and UNDERTAKING PRIVATE AMBULANCE SERVICE Pocket Knives Flashlights K U T S C H E S HARDWARE Guns Ammunition MUNGER HARDWARE CO. Hardware John Deere Farm Implements Plumbing Supplies Dupont Paint Have Your Laundry Done THE EASY WAY By The COMMUNITY LAUNDRY COMPLIMENTS OF CHARLOTTE HOME DAIRY Page 2. ORANGE BLACK (Member ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-Weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Circulation 625 Subscription Rates $.75 STAFF Publisher ..................-......Edna Robins Managing Editor...............Anna Mae Royston Editor-in-Chief ..................Glenna Snyder, Sports Editor.....................Connie Beebe Alumni Editor........................Donna Hall Exchange Editor....................Harry Curran Business Manager.................June Shumaker, Circulation Manager.....................Bob Orr( Advertising Manager..........Kathleen Burchfield Ass’t Advertising Manager....Berniece Zimmerlee’ Treasurer ...........................Jean Parr j Adviser .............................Miss Wells Reporters......Katherine Conley. Marilin Pfeifer, Mary Jane Spagnuolo. Betty Lou Squibb, Donna Vierk. Easter! ! ! Joyously do we celebrate this day when Christ arose from the dead, three days after being cruci- fied on the cross for our sins. Church bells toll; people are seen attending services with their new spring clothes on; and tiny children awaken in the hope that the Easter Bunny loft a colorful busket of decorated eggs for them. On uhis day especially, we should thank Him' in prayer for all He hus given us and ask Him1 to let peace come soon over the world once more. Step Right Up! Spring is here, and the mind of everyone be- gins to wander far off into vague thoughts. This is only natural, and right, but to let our minds wander so far that we forget very important fac- tors—is not right. And what is this very important factor? War; stamps and bonds, of course! If we let down on the amount of money we lend Uncle Sam with ; great interest returns, we are letting down on our boys, and giving them less of a chance to be with us again and enjoy the Inuiuty of spring as we do. I Remember, the war is not over yet. and we havej much to do with how long it will last. Until the; war is won. and the eminent victory achieved, we must strive to give until it hurts, for whatever we contribute to the war loan means a great deal when millions of others do the same. Don’t forget, students, to bring your money for war stamps and bonds on every Thursday. See to it that your class-room is the one that sells the most! Bad Eggs From Charlotte High School Easter has come uround again bringing with it the usual colored eggs and Easter bunny. Look- ing in the Easter bunny’s basket this year we find quite a few eggs, some of them are good and some are bad. The warm spring sun is streaming down on them so we can expect some results before very long. Yes! There goes the first one and it's one of the bad eggs. Maxon Wehr is the first to pop his head into this world to see w hat makes it go round. Closely following Maxon come The Nutt Brothers. Cliff and Omy. These two eggs have been lying around for some time so when they hatch Maxon holds his nose and scoots for safety. Ah! ! There another egg begins to crack. This is a rather plump egg. Could it be? ? ?—Y’es. It Is! Harry Curran steps out to see the world. Out of the next few eggs, giving a sharp contrast to the bad eggs come some of Charlotte high's lovely lassies. Lucille LaPoint. Mildred Phillips. Barbara Davis, l aurel Starr, Marjorie Freed, and Sally Hale. All the eggs in the basket have hatched except the very largest one. This looks as if It would hold more than one chick. And so it does! The egg splits and out step Art Steward and his Stardusters. If everyone will be good and promise not to chew gum. maybe the Easter bunny will bring you one of these eggs. Famous Author's Birthday Celebrated One hundred sixty-one years ago. on the third day of April. Washington Irving, a great writer was horn. During his peaceful life, he wrote some very beautiful literature that will remain in the hearts of the people for years to come. A statement made by Hawthorne regarding Irving’s books was, His books do good to all who read them, and are likely to outlast many works of far greater Intellectual force and acumen. Rip Van Winkle and Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Irving’s two most famous books are read In our schools as models of story telling. Known by everyone, this famous author lies at rest to day near Sleepy Hollow. Ho-Hum Why do we have to work today? 1 wonder if he will be waiting for me by the locker tonight? By now you probably have recognized the sick- ness”. Students are beginning to go around In a strange expression commonly known as a dare. The time Is coming when we shall take off our coals and carry them over our arms. Everywhere can be seen couples standing around looking into each others’ eyes and holding hands. Again spring fever” has hit dear ole’ C.H.S. As In the past the fever has come at the same timo and Cupid goes to work. A person sometimes wonders where it all started. Maybe it was spring when Romeo and Juliet met. It must affect more than students, because if you are very careful you may catch a teacher gazing out the window, day dreaming. The “sickness is around everywhere these days waiting for victims. Be careful—you may be next. The Journalism class and Charhlan Staff would like to take this opportunity to thank the teachers and students who by their fine work and co-operation made the carni- val a great success. Odds and Ends What is a brief case?—Short love affair. Does the moon affect the tide?—No. only the untied. Why did you stop singing in the choir?—One day 1 didn’t sing and they asked if the organ had been fixed. Miss Wesche; Did you know that the French drink their coffee out of bowls? Milford Mason: Yes. but the Chinese drink their tea out-of-doors. What does the bank cashier do? That would be telling. Did you ever hear of the Scotchman who de- cided to commit suicide so he went to his neigh- bor’s house and turned on the gas. Grandmother: When I was your age. I used to watch the sun rise every morning. Joan Easly: Why grandmother. I never stayed out that late but twice. Jfs better to have loved a short woman than never to have loved a tall.” • • • I shall now illustrate what I have in mind, said the professor as he erased the board. Book-Of-The-Week The Arts, written by Hendrik Willem Van Loon, covers such subjects as painting, architecture, music, sculpture, and the so-called minor arts. He begins with the cave drawings of 25.000 U. C. and comes down to our own day. with way stops at Egypt. Babylon, and Chaldea; at the Athens of Pericles; amid the mysterious remains of Etruscan art; in Byzantium and medieval Russia; in the desert of the Islamites and the gardens of beauty-loving Persians; In Provence. Renaissance Italy. Rembrandt's Holland and Beethoven's Vienna. The author tells how violins are made, how orchestras arose, how a German wholesale grocer rediscovered early Mediterranean civilization for us. Troubadors. minnesingers, monks, saints, criminals. Bohemians, generals, and all troop by in a colorful cavalcade. In the space of nearly 700 pages and with tho aid of the most extraordinary drawings, many in full color, he hus ever made. Dr. Van I oon gives the reader an understanding of the background of all that is most enduring in the arts. Dr. Van Loon has also written Van-Loon’s Geography. Story of Mankind. The Story of The Bible, and Van Loon’s Lives. It took him thirty years to learn enough to write. The Arts, and it took him ten years to write It. He was born sixty-two years ago and died March 4. 1944. He learned Dutch at the age of two and at the age of four he l egan to draw . At the age of nine he began a Universal Historical En- cyclopedia. which he discontinued two years later for lack of time and paper. He is also well known for popularizing phases of world knowledge so it was not difficult for the common person to read and learn about them. Etters To Our Ittle Easter Wabbit Dear Easter Bunny. I has been a dood little dirl all year, and so 1 is going to usk u 4 some nice big pink and yeller eggs. Make um awfully tweet, tause I just loves tw'eetness. Bye Now. Joan Barnes. Hi Bun. LiBten. how al� out some man size eggs, see? I like um all colors, see. especially red. see. I ain’t never done nothin’ wrong, see. so I deserve um. see. So Long. See. Eugene Royston. My Dearest Bunny. 1 is so hungry for some itsy bltsy Easter eggs. It doesn’t matter to poor tiny me. what tolors they is. just so there’s lots and lots of em. Bye. Richard Huffman. Dear Bunny. I would awfully much like some dweat big Easier eggs. My dirl loves um too so leave a couple more for her. We ain’t fussy bout nothin' but the size. With all our love. Vernon Gresso. I x� ls Willard. Making Our Plans For The Future Is there a Doctor in the house? Oh. yes. and none other than Dick Sleater rises and goes for- ward to answer the call. That's right. Dick wants to l)c a doctor. He’s planning on going to a Pre-Medical school when ho graduates, if • • • It Isn’t definite yet. but it has been rumored that Dick may work near Ludington at a boy’s camp this summer. Mary Scovill is planning on going to a nurses' training school but has not decided which one. When asking Carroll Phillips and Jack Bolder their future plans they drew out their bulging bill- folds and produced a pretty blue card signifying that they are Army Air Corps material right now. Well, that settles that. Shirley Tollas hopes to be a beauty operator. She hopes to get her training in Lansing, but she says if that doesn't work out. then she will just be another war widow. Sailing. Sailing. sure thing. It's Bob Betty that wants a Navy uniform. Bob would like to go to college if the Navy doesn’t g him first. June Shumaker states that she is planning on working in Battle Creek after graduating. Wayne Southward Is sticking to farming until Uncle Sam calls him. ORANGE A BLACK Quill and Scroll Contest Winners Are Announced Vierk Place Second While Squibb Receive Honorable Mention Winner in the aecond contest were released in the February-March edi- tion of Quill and Scroll magazine. Donna Veirk's headlines placed und Hetty L. Squlbb's ad received honor- able mention. Some time ago a headline and ad writing contest was given to the en- tire Journalism class. The best pro- ductions were submitted In the con- test. Kntries in these contests are na- tionwide. California. Minnesota. Ne- braska. Louisiana. Kansas. Texas, and Pennsylvania taking the loud In the last contest. From the whole Uni- ted States, the states are divided in- to five sections Mountain. North Cen- tral. South Central. Pacific Coast and Bast Central States. Donna's headlines placed second and Betty's ad received honorable mention in the East Central States division. Five Students Win Places With All A’s On Honor Roll There are five people with all A’s. They are Jack Hess, with 5 A’s and Martha Rochester. Joyce Wheaton. Phyllis Smallwood and Joan Willard all with A’� . The following received nothing lower than B's: Twelfth grade: Mary Ellen Baker. Joan Barnes. Irma Jean Green. Ila Halsey. Max King. Lucille LaPoint. Jean Parr. Anna Mae Royston. Mary Scovill. Marian Sloan. Wayne South- ward and Ailleen Young. Eleventh grade: Dorothy Blodget. Barbara Bradley. Carla Farrier. Mary Ellen Freed. Jack Hess. Mary Lou Keeler. Marjorie LeVan. Beverly Llp- ey. Beverly Martin. Joe Pray. Vir- ginia Shaw. Laurel Starr. Betty Sumerlx and Richard Trumley. Tenth grade: Marian Cheney. Joyce Denison. John Gardner. Roberta Gar- vey. Curry Garvin. Wayne Holmes. Bob Packard. With Ricker. Cleone Smith. Marilyn Upright. Ninth grade: Frederick Diamond. Roberta Gliding. Richard Hutchinson. Richard King. Cari Lindblom. Harriet Mayhew. Mary Mead. Delores Michel Martha Rochester. Mary Sanders. Betty Sawyer. Joyce Walker. Joyce Wheaton and Jacquelyn Yund. Eighth grade Roselyn Buckley. Doris Burgess. Rae Norlander. Her- bert Packard. June Parsons. Virginia Royston. Russell Santee. Pat Shlels. Peggy Skelley. Phyllis Smallwood. Charlotte Sutherland and Joan Will- ard. Seventh grade: Connie Alfonso. Bob Brown. Shirley Bruce. Joyce Cas- well. Loi Collins. Ireta Fetterman. Lorain Gerlinger. Pat Grlest. Bar- bara Lou Jordon. Peter Kardel. Bruce Lavongood. Barbara Lindblom. Bever- ly Kelley. Barbara McKeag. Ruth Morris. Leota Pfiefer. Jean Parish. Winfield Pardee. Barbara Nichols. Joan Schwegler. Betty Shoemaker. Ethel Van Goethem and Gaylord Yund. •999 pun il«A ujbSb onus -ojd inojsnra poos b oqu spunos 11M® jo tujoj oqj U| jno poqaoM snoji -brooj pus suoijdoiob («ojsnui jo joq •tunn s| pun uojputp looqos oujoqi -a«h «Ml poJotuods oq RfM II '.UROOJ o.sj Xiqtuossv Xsp ,stood mdv ub oq 01 8u|oJf 8| ojoqj ipjurc jo j«j|j- Ditn uo -dsq oj Xu|o8 | isq.w Mouq noX o i UjcSy P lOOj 3j) 3JV F.F.A. Starts Seed Sales F.F.A. STAGES COUNTY CONTEST AT HIGH SCHOOL CHERRY. HORN. CAPTAINS REPORT $135 TURNED IN ON SEED CONTEST NEW INCUBATOR IN USE Front Row—G. Rodeman, R. Ash, D. Loveland. B. Jane. M. Horn. Center_j. Frey. Mr. Schroeder. V. Archer. W. Steward. H. Cherry. C. Weaver. D. Hice. Back—K. Gidner, J. Terrill, H. Allen. H. Buckholx. W. Southward. J. Loucka, L. 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I wish to express to each of you my sincere congratulations for the outstand- ing success which you have achiev- ed in purchasing for our Army Air Forces two of these primary train- ers. The name of your school will appear in the cockpits of the planes as a constant reminder to the cadets who learn to fly In them of the patriotic spirit which you have so proudly shown in buying war bonds and stamps. And later, when these cadets go into combat they will remember that yon are backing them to the limit where- ever they may be. Keep up the good work. Sincerely. FAIRCHILD AIRCRAFT Division of Fairchild Engine Airplane Corp. R. S. Boutelle. Vice Pres. 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Anna Mae Royston. chosen as the queen of the carnival: and an operetta staged by the combined glee club and dramatic arts class. Over $300 worth of tickets was sold during the evening. The expenses have not yet been completely reported so what the final sum cleared will he is not yet known. It Is estimated that It will be over two hundred dol- lars. County Future Farmers’ elimination contests were held at the Charlotte high school. March 15. in public speaking, livestock loss prevention demontsration and parliamentary pro- cedure. The schools participating were Grand Ledge. Baton Rapids. Sunfield. Springporl. Olivet and Charlotte. The local representatives were in parliamentary procedure, Howard Cherry. Eugene Royston. Herb Al- len. Wayne Steward, and Wayne Southward; in demonstrations. Milt- on Horn. L)on Hice; in public speak- ing, Wayne Southward and Jack Frey. Theran Stultz of Olivet won the public speaking contest. I eonard Johnson and Lyle Lynd of Olivet won the demonstration contest; and Dick Hawley. Russell Winslow. Paul Ror- den. Herbert Clark and Ralph Chap- man of Eaton Rapids won the parlia- mentary procedure contest. SEED SALES The F. F. A. is going strong on the garden seed sales. The two teams, with Howard Cherry and Milton Horn as captains, are very close at the present time with a report of over $135.00 worth of seeds sold. The los ing side is to treat the winners. Wednesday night five boys were initiated into the Green Horn degree. They were Bertram Jane. Louis Howe. John Welsh. Jack Frey and Arthur Blaine. The Purina Company donated to the school the brooder in which Jack Frey has his chickens. Jack now has twenty-two chickens left from the original twenty-six. Anyone is wel- come to see them In the agriculture room. 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XjBjqr-| puoDag Speech Tests Given Mrs. Lucia Nesom. of the speech department of Michigan State Col- lege. conducted speech defect tests last Wednesday. Thursday and Fri- day. Page Four ORANGE BLACK Let's not forgot track season. There la still need for more men. Capt. B. P. Brown '23 reports some j sunshine In Italy at last. FOWLER Chevrolet Sales, Inc. CHENEY FUNERAL HOME A. C. Cheney Gordon C. Cheney Phone 331 L. L. JOHNSON LUMBER CO. • 563 N. Main St. Phone 379 Charlotte, Mich. COMMUNITY OIL CO. TEXACO PRODUCTS Corner of Lawrence Bostwick Aves. V and R Come in and see our fine selection of SPRING SUITS, COATS DRESSES AND HATS C. P. Molholland, Manager. Eight A’s Play Donkeyball The SAl and SA2'a entertained the grade children Thursday with a don- key basketball game. The later de- feated the former. 10-8. The lineup for the first half was as follows: 8A—Clinton Friar. Nelson Farlin. Junior Bruce. Loyd Harmon. Richard McManus: SA2—-Gerald Starr. Bob Starkweather. Clifford Shults. Judson Richardson. Herbert Packard. Substitutes: Sammy Colizzi. Bruce Oreenshields. Richard Babcock: Char- les Wright. Virgil Ray. Victor Swift, and Roy Parish. The lineup for the second half was as follows: SAl—Milford Mason. Peter Kgrdel. Bruce Lavengood. John Loughan. Jon Briggs; SA2—Duane Rosenbrook. Raymond Radee. Russell Santee. Ern- est Pratt and Vernon Royston. Victor Swift, who substituted for SA2. was the star of the program as he had a hard time getting on the donkey. He was helped on by ‘•Ad- olph ' Phillips. During the middle of the game Victor fell off. The assis- ant of the animals helped hold the donkey while he was being pushed on the animal. Tennis Season Opens Tennis season has begun. Practice started last week. Letters will be given to the eligible members. The prospects for this year are as fol- lows: doubles. Max King and Neil Roberts; Ned Walters and Richard Sleater; singles. Wayne Holmes. Wynn Potter. Juck Hess. Brewster Grier. Dick Fullerton and Cliffton Arehart. The teams hope to engage Sexton in Lansing: East Lansing; and Lakeview and Central of Battle Creek Sport Short Coach Gobel paid tribute to his co- champions Friday. March 10. by an “ole time chicken dinner at his home. All of the first team were in- vited. Junior High Defeats Walter French Team 24-1 1 On March 22. the junior high boys played basketball against the Walter French junior high and won their1 third game by a score of 24-11. Milford Mason finished with the highest number of points which was j fourteen. The boys from Charlotte attending I were as follows: Milford Mason. Du- ane Rosenbrook. Bruce Lavengood. Charles Mathews. Raymond Radee. Carl Rulison. Jon Briggs. Junior Bruce. Bob Brown and Clinton Friar. Other schools the boys have played are Olivet second team and Eaton Rapids Junior high. We Salute: These four boys who have played their last game of basketball for Charlotte high. BORKY HICKS— is a three-letter man. Richard is also high point man and captain of th« I squad. His position is forward. He was born in Eaton Rapids. December 14. 1925. He has gone to Charlotte high school for four years. Dick is plannine to go into the Navy after graduation. WAYNE STEWARD—Is a two let- terman. He plays center and is do- ing a swell job of it. Wayne is from the country. He was born near Sun- field on May 26. 1926. He came to Charlotte when he was a Junior in high school. Farming is his hobby. He plans to go to Michigan State. BOB BETTY—Has position of guard. Bob has been a capable per- son for this Job. He came to Char- lotte in his freshman year from Lans- ing. He is interested in going to State. NED WALTERS—Is also a two-let- terman. He holds the position of guard. His responsibility is always done well. Ned was born in Char lotte: then he moved to the country where he started school. Basketball is his favorite sport but wh; t he likes best is to admire girls. When he graduates, he wants to go to college Young’s Jewelry Shop Watches - Diamonds • Silverware Clocks • Glassware - Dinnerware “Gifts That Last” Phone 637 Expert Repairing Bicycle Repairs YATES HARDWARE Republican-Tribune Want Advt’s For Quick Sales LUMBER COAL PHONE No. 9 She walks with a decided jerk. Yes. Isn't he? “Do you h« rv� ,1 crab J.cr, °“ We Borvo anyone, sit down.” MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Granite Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte, Michigan Fruits Vegetables GROCERIES BOB'S MARKET Shelden Lumber Co. LUMBER BUILDER’S SUPPLIES PAINTS - FUEL CHARLOTTE CAFE ” The Home of Good Food” We serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet. Open Day and Night Jay Sandwich Shop EARL J. LAVENGOOD. PROP. Who will be '45 Council Members? VOLUME 18 ORANGE BLACK Choose your courses Wisely THE CHARM IAN” CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY. APRIL 13. 1844 ISSUE 12 Band Goes To Music Festival Operetta Main Event Of Year Flash! News Bulletins Everyone should 1m thinking of hi� 1 candidate� for Mayor and Secretary. Remember It won t be lorn before llu schedules for the course� to be j taken next year will be chosen. What do you suppose the Commun- ity Health girls plan to do with their $30 oo they earned from the dance they sponsored March 31? This mon- ey will be used to pay for physical examinations, which is a part of the course. , . The Lost and Found is for the con- venience of the student body, so do not keep or throw things around when found. If you want to receive your report card on April 21. it must be returned before that date. Did you know that there is going to be a junior play? Mrs Garllnghouse will be here at the school starting April 11. to gl.e the Community Health service classes first aid lessons. Those library fees posted on the bulletin board seem to be rising more and more. F-L-A-S-H Special Bulletin. Your publisher wishes if any student has any alumni news that deserves men- tion or you boys In the service have any interesting material, please noti- fy the Orange and Black staff or ad- viser. In this way this paper can be made more Interesting, in hearing about your friends, wherever they are. Scholarships For Colleges Given by State Board At ita meeting on March 27. the State Board of Education approved the granting of 400 scholarships to high school graduates of 1944. The scholarships will release the student from payment of the tuition fee amounting to Jin for each semester and will be valid for a two year per lod at any of the four state teachers colleges The candidate for a scholarship must have maintained a superior scholastic record in high school and must elect the two year course of study leading to a State Limited Cer- tificate at the teaching college. Applications for the scholarships may be secured from school commis- sioner. Harry S. Denison, from one of the State colleges, or from the De- partment of Public Instruction. Margaret Vance Chosen For Board of Education Mrs. W. A. Vance Is the new mem- ber. appointed by the board of edu- cation to take the place of Robert Collins, who resigned Saturday. April 1st She will serve until the election in July Mrs. Vance has been a resident of Charlotte about fifteen years and has n girl in the fifth grade and a young- er boy not old enough to attend -school. She is a graduate of Albion College. Back—Mm Mcytr, E. Jones. C. Royston, M. Bobier. E. Sloan. E. Pundic. R. Otney. Center—O. Snyder. M. Scovill. R. Garvey M. Kruscii. A. Chapman, J. Shumaker. J. Wenzel. E French, E. Green. P. Wietxke. „ Front—M. J. Spaflnuolo. L. LaPoint. M. Rochester. P. Hack. A. M. Royston. B. Losey, D. Visrk. Glee Club Activities Varied Throughout Past Year AWARDS TO BE PRESENTED TO GIRLS BY ADVISER MISS MEYER Awards will be given to the Glee i Club at the end of the year for the j work they have done. There have ! been numerous programs In which these girls took part. They sang at two Christmas assemblies, at the Con- gregational Church, at a Sunshine • Club meeting, at the Eaton County Teachers' Institute, at the Methodist 1 church, at the Congregational Ladles' Guild luncheon and on Parent's Night. The big event of the year was the operetta. Shooting Stars given as a matinee, and as the main show of the Journalism Carnival. This is the first year an operetta was given as the main show and it proved to he very successful. Recog- nition should go to Miss Meyer ami Miss Wesche. instructors, to Mary I ou Bobier. and Phyllis Hack of the fContinuMi on twice tour Just Around the Corner April 14—Olivet Band Festival. (Sweet music to your ear) April 14 — Marking period ends. (Six weeks left for the seniors) April 17—Movies (Hope it's a G-Man picture) April 20—Report cards. (Got the jitters?) April 21—Track. E. Lansing, here. April 21—Tennis. Lansing. Sexton, there. April 27—Orange and Black. (Any good gossip?) April 27—Track. Hastings, here. (Another home game.) Mr. and Mrs. Dale Mason (Charlene Day) have returned to their home In Charlotte. Cal Fullerton. '42. Is stationed at Sheppard Field. Texas. Junior Class to Present Annual Play May 1 2 Entire cast for the junior play was announced last week by director. Miss Wesche. The play is Foot loose by Charles T. Burdette, a Row . Peterson production. Date for the event is May 12. The comedy takes place In the liv- ing room of the Early's Chicago home with a cast as follows: Mary Early..........Clara Mae Morey Randolph Cunningham .Junior Tucky Delphie....................Marjorie LeVan Hope Early....................Betty Sumerix Boh Early............Harold Cheney Dick Early...............Jack Hess Emily Early.................Eleanor Sloan Richard Early...................Dan Fuller Miriam Walker.......Phyllis Wietxke Jenny Mallory........Betty LeVanway Jack Milford...........Dick Cooper Buzz Darly...........Junior King Mrs. Foster..........Joan Kerstetter [ Sanford Welles....... Francis Kane This Gold Really Glitters With a ring on her finger, And a ring on his. too. Junior class members started flash- ing them around last week after a short announcement that they were here. Everyone dashed to Mrs. Lip- sey’s room to be one of the first to get them. May 1 see your ring? Do you like it? Does it fit? Oh. Gee. isn't it beautiful' were remarks that could be heard all over the building. Commencement is only seven weeks away. Then there should he 68 sen iors leaving but many new fresh men will he coming to fill the enroll- ment. By the way. it won't be long before those freshmen to be will be visiting our school. Let's make them feel welcome when they come. George Wlldern, '43. Is stationed at Charleston. South Carolina. Olivet Festival April 14, To Include Ten Bands W. D. REVELLI CONDUCTOR. AP- PEARING WITH 500 PIECE BAND The date of the Olivet Music Fes- tival is Friday. Aoril 14. The guest conductor will be William D. Revelli of the University of Michigan. Sectional rehearsals will be held at 11:00 A. M. Each band will be given the opportunity for an individual pres- entation in the individual band pro- gram. The massed band program will include seven numbers conducted by Mr. Revelli. The Oriole band has chosen Vic- tory. an American selection . by Paul Yoher for its selection. About ten schools combined will give a concert in the evening and the following selections are to be play- ed by the massed bands: Argentinla overture by Forrest Bucktel: Panis Angelicus by Cesar Franck; The Student Prince by Sigmund Rom- berg. arranged by David Bennett: Prayer” from Hansel and Gretel by Humperdinck; Stars and Stripes Forever bv John Philip Sousa: Stout Hearted Men by Sigmund Romberg and arranged by Paul Yod- er and the Star Spangled Banner. by John S. Smith. The students this year will eat at the school cafeteria, but due to the food rationing, they have to purchase tickets ahead of time for their two meals. This has not been done in previous years. Former Local School Head Receives Press Notice LT. COL. DYKHOUSE’S WORK REPORTED IN MICHIGAN EDUCATION JOURNAL Jay Dykhouse. former superintend- ent of schools in Charlotte and now a lieutenant colonel in the Army, is assigned to the Eighth Service Com- mand. which includes the states of Oklahoma. Texas. Arkansas. Louisi- ana. and New Mexico, with headquar- ters in Dallas. Texas. Lt. Col. Dykhouse is currently en- gaged in bringing the needs of the Army to civilian educators and stu- dents. He speaks at luncheon clubs, teachers' conventions, and high school assemblies, promotes the securing of salvage material and conducts camp lours for interested educators. Sophomore Class Presents Taking Teacher’s Place Taking Teachers Place was the title of the short comedy play given at the sophomore assembly. April 12 The cast for the play was Keith Frey. Norma Snyder. Don Moore. Marilyn Pi 1 beam. Doyle Montgomery. Don Hue. Cleone Smith. John Gardner. Wayne Holmes. Milton Horn. Dixie Lee Aid and Phyllis Goodrich A novelty number was given by Htiding Krusell. Jack Martin. Ronald Brown and Harold Marsh. Marian Cheney and Phyllis Wietxke played a two piano duet. Truth or consequences conducted by Tom Martin completed the program. Page 2. ORANGE BLACK (Membery Est. 192?) ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-Weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Circulation 625 Subscription Rates $.75 Publisher STAFF Managing Editor Sports Editor Exchange Editor Harry Curran Business Manager June Shumaker Circulation Manager Bob Orr Advertising Manager Asst Advertising Manager.. Treasurer Bernlece Zlmmerlee Adviser Miss Wells Reporters......Katherine Conley. Marilin Pfeifer, Mary Jane Spugnuolo. Betty Ix u Squibb. Donna Yierk. Teachers Are People Of course you have seen twenty-four people around school known as teachers. Yes. they’re peo- ple Just like you. They like to be spoken to the same as anyone, or like to have a smile from some of us Instead of a frown. When you come to school grouchy and go slam- ming books around did you ever stop to think that maybe some one else is just as tired of coming here as you are? Try sometime to put yourself in the place of a teacher and see how It would be. You saw the assembly put on by Lite teachers. That shows they are just as human as we are. They remember some of the funny things we do (also when they went to school.) Let’s all be friendly toward the teachers, stu- dents and visitors. It’s Not An Air Raid How bare it all looks. Know what I am talking about? Look at the lawns. Nothing but trodden mud: seems funny some people can’t keep their ration stamps off the front lawns. A student always thinks of a short cut to things, but please not on the school property. The next lime the bell rings and you come out of the door at a hundred mile clip—HKMK.MHKK it isn't an air-raid. You have a whole hour to get back to your studies. It is coming spring, so let’s give the grass a chance just to see what color it is. What They Think While interviewing Lou Anno Potter, from the freshman class, concerning the difficulties in choosing subjects for the coming year, she said the freshman before taking Algebra had a test and were later given slips of paper on which to wriu the subjects they wished to take for the following four years. The papers were looked over by a specified group of teachers and then each student was Interviewed by one of these teachers and his schedule made out. This method seems to have been successful so far. Sallie Hale, another ninth grader, says she thinks the teachers could help some of the students more in choosing the courses for the vocation they wish to follow. .Mary Jane Webb, a sophomore, thinks the method used for the ninth grade this year was a good idea. She said she didn’t have any trouble selecting her course. Margery Wilmore. a sophomore, states there was no trouble in selecting her course and some of the teachers co-operate well in helping the students choose their subjects. Maurice Tharp, from the eleventh grade said he appreciated the teachers' help and thought is was very valuable to the students. Russell DeLand said the teachers didn't give him much help, but he had his subjects already picked out. HOW ABOUT YOU? ’Nursie. Nursie. I’m getting worse, Those are going to be familiar words for Jackie Crittenden's ears this summer while she’s in training at one of the large hospitals in (rinsing. Nursing has been her life ambition and she is anxious to get started with it. Marion Sloan says that she wants to be a stenographer. She is not sure, but she rather thinks : it will be in some office here in Charlotte. If everything goes well, she will start this work this summer. Wayne Haigh is going to stay home and keep the crops rolling, unless Uncle Sam sends a request for his company. Glenna Snyder stated that she has always want- ed to travel, but this war cut her plans a little, so she is going to stay at her Job for awhile this summer and then if possible take a spin through Illinois. Here comes Kate Conley, so wult a min- ute. Snyder. She says she wants to go too. This summer she's going to work here in Charlotte and then she says that she will go too. ‘cause two heads are better than one. They have several places in mind, but one never knows where they will end up. Tramp. Tramp. Tramp, that's all we do”, yells Eugene Royston as he comes into the barracks after a five-mile hike. Yes. sir! Eugene is war material as soon as graduation is over. Who knows, maybe a deferment for his farm will come up. Mary Ellen Baker and Amy Chapman have made no plans as yet. but a good long summer and they as leisure girls, sounds good to them. Nyle Treloar states that he will probably work , at his father’s store until Uncle Sam shows up. “Spring Pome” Sap runnin’ People in love Robins singing Idle sleds New coats Gay anklets Flower's cornin' Editor weary Violets bloomin' Excited couples Rivers flowing BONERS I received your request for my presents ut your high school und would like to address you. —Comp. 10 student. Linda Smith brought a pair of wooden shoes to school. They have been doing some social study work about Holland. Educated shoes, aren't they? A journalism student turned it In. 'Back to God’s Country’ by James Oliver Cur- wood. explains the tales of the far north in an interesting story. Strange tales by published. Exchange FIRST M. P.— Did they use the lie detector on that man?” SECOND M. P.—“Yes, they brought in his wife! Californian: Now in my state w’e can grow a tree that size in about a year. How long did it take you to grow that one.? Floridian: Can’t say, exactly, but it wasn’t there yesterday.” Mr. Rilbie: Some fools ask questions that wise men can't answer. Frances Smith: Is that why we flunked the last exam?” 7 heir Hearts are in the Army or Navy Donna Hall Rosemary Lynd Sally Storrett Norma Snyder Barbara Davis Mary King Mary Ix u Bolder Josephine Harag Donna Vierk W—Ing H—edges Y—ates T—rumley E —asley A—dams C—udney H—uffman E—Us R—ipley S—tewies G—oodrich E—laine M. T—aylor G—ilding R—oberts A—rcher Y—und What If— Joan were houses insead of Barnes? Ednu were a sun instead of Moon? Shirley were a rider instead of a Walker? Edna were wrens instead of Robins? Wanda were a leg instead of a Wing? Phyllis were a cart Instead of a Hack? Bob were a liver instead of a Hart? Harold were a swamp instead of a Marsh? Wayne were a net instead of a Webb? Winifred were a cistern Instead of Wells? Donna were a corridor instead of a Hall? Sally were rain instead of Hale? Milford were Dimondale instead of Mason? LouiBe were a jacket instead of a Shaull? Roy were a taylor instead of a Weaver? Guess Who 1— Senior girl—dark hair—friendly—works in a downtown store—one of the Screwy Scrappers—be- longs to the Girl Reserves. 2— Seventh grade boy—brother in the Navy— plays on the junior high basketball team—has blonde hair. 3— Junior girl—cute—red hair and freckles—in the band—belongs to the Girl Reserves—works at the hospital. 4— Cute freshman girl—brown hair—cheerleader —was seen with Hicks. 5— Senior—boy farmer - - tall—slim—friendly dark hair—belongs to the F.F.A. 6— Junior boy—farmer's son—secretary of F.F.A. —brown hair—brown eyes—bass horn. 7— Blond, wavy hair—sophomore boy—seeu with Cleone—blue eyes—sophomore girl—cute. 8. Blond, wavy hair— sophomore boy—seen with Wayne—baritone—girl in Dimondale—sister, a senior. 9—Black hair- -sophomore girl nickname ’’Puggs —seen with Dixie—works at McNa- mara's. Do You Know ? ? ? ? ? Why is eighteen a glamorous birthday? In what kind of work could you be happy? Do you know how' to be attractive? These and many other ques- tions concerning girls are answered in the book en- titled Eighteen” by Catherine Miller. Greek girl captured by Romans -marries Roman leader—later dies leaving baby girl husband does not know of child and stays away—daughter made into slave—and so goes this interesting book! What is it did you ask? The Forgotten Daughter”. At thirteen she loved the outdoors too much to stay inside. As she grew up she dfscovered what freedom Is. To show her imtriotism she made a coat for a soldier. The title is ‘Coat For a Sol- dier.” A book always popular is the story of A Dog of the North”, written by Jack O' Brien. The dog was captured by Jim Thorne, of the Northwest Police Headquarters and proved courageous and helpful when he stayed by his master’s side during a terrible snowstorm. Ben Hur” by Lou Wallace—great book for boys to read. Story tells of the days of chariots in Greece. Ben Hur is a great chariot driver. Berlin Embassy —a very good story of how the American Embassy operated In Germany. Shows all the red tape one goes through to get a pass- port. ORANGE BLACK Page 3 Army Nurse in Fiji Islands Marooned on Coral Reef Minn Isabelle Diehl, a slater of Mr� . Harlan McCall, and a former C. II. S. | atudent. la now a first lieutenant A. X. C. located in the Fiji lalanda. in a letter to Mias Wells, ahe described a recent experience as follows: “We started out for a boat trip last Sunday, but. oh. the results! This navy friend of mine. Sid , has a run- ber boat. No. it doesn't leak, isn't fragile, but is really very seaworthy! As it is very light and has a very small motor. It can go Into sliallow water. So we decided to explore along the coast a bit and go up one of the many rivers. The day was bright and sunshiny: we had a good lunch packed and we even got a good early start. We were well out in the harbor when we decided to cross a coral reef Instead of going all the way around it and met our Waterloo The tide was running out and as we got well up on the reef, the propeller shaft broke. Well. Sid is a good mechanic and he fixed it, but by the time he had finished, w-e were defin- itely marooned. There was absolutely nothing to be done except wait. So we took off our shoes and socks and went wading all over that reef. The fish were beautiful—colors so vivid as to l� e gaudy —blues. yHlows. reds, purple and gold. Some were striped. Of course they were all little fellows as the big ones went off the reel with Ike tide. Time passed so quickly that our boat was floating and nearly got away before we noticed it. So we PRAY COMPANY ☆ ☆ ☆ FURNITURE and UNDERTAKING PRIVATE AMBULANCE SERVICE Captain Berry Speaks Of Safety Practices Police Chief MacDouga! Introduced Captain Berry, of the Safety Legion, brought by the Ziegler Tool and Mach- ine Company. Captain Berry spoke about safety on the home front. He took as an ex-1 ample, seven people of a row of stu-; dents and himself, and gave the fact, i that five of the eight, will have been j in some kind of an accident between birth and sixty years of age. He also told of the dangers of bicycle riding.' Just last year seven hundred persons i were killed in bicycle accidents, and 43 thousand injured. The causes were riding double, coming out of drive- ways carelessly, riding the bicycle on I the left side of the highway, and try- ing to ride the vehicle without lights, with the war for an excuse for not having them. Mr. Berry said. The pedestrians don't watch where they are going be- cause the drivers don't dare hit them. But that just isn't true. Then Chief MacDougal told the stu- dents if bicycles were ridden on Main Street they will be taken away for ten days. He stated that this regula- tion was to safeguard students and adults alike, and asked for coopera- tion from the students, asking all when walking, or riding a bicycle, or driving a car. to remember all the safety rules of the highways. explored' a coral reef instead of the shore and were really grateful tj get home with no greater mishap than a I rather severe sunburn. Incidentally. I coral with its varied colors and shapes ; is a source of interest.” Watch Our Windows For New Novelties and Gifts W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry Gifts JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE 200 CHARLOTTE. MICH. WILCCX-GAYC CRPCRATICN MANUFACTURERS OF NATIONALLY FAMOUS “CCCCCDIC” Shelden Lumber Co. LUMBER, BUILDER’S SUPPLIES PAINTS - FUEL JUST ARRIVED a shipment of Boys’ Suits, Sport Coats and Hats Manager, Chas. Muiholland Ass't Mgr.. Douglas Muiholland V R Crusty Crumbs Sometimes it seems as though one has to retuni to school to rest after a vacation. So it was with many of us Tuesday after a four day vacati n. Over the top. was an expression used when the Charhian sales were finished. Now the staff is working like mad to meet the May 1 deadline for all material so this 1944 issue will as a whole go over the top again. Girl Reserve Hobo dance was en joyed by everyone whether you came in tramp clothes or your better ones. Does ever a day go by that you don't worry about that brother, father or sweetheart of yours in the service? You worry always about his safety, waiting for the day he'll be coming home. Wouldn’t you feel much more at ease if you were perfectly sure j that he had the care and attention the Red Cross can give him? Then help the Red Cross. The Creston Echo. Grand Rapids, has an article about student ques- tions. The questions are put in a box. then answers are published. Some of the questions are: What is the Stu- I dent Council doing? What powers does it have? What powers does It want? Does It have a constitution? Exchange papers are in the journal- ism room if students wish to read them. Kenneth Kilmer. '42. navy visited i C. H. S.. April 6 Jack Snow. '43. is now stationed at Camp Livingston. GOOD SPORTS Attractive ones too! Sturdy Sport Oxfords and Loafers. Designed to “take it”. In smart styles that will compli- ment your sports clothes! FRED MURRAY CO. COMPLIMENTS OF CHARLOTTE HOME DAIRY Freshmen Girls Finish New Home Ec. Projects Finishing some of the required pro- : Jects for first year home economics kept the girls very busy the last few weeks. The projects consisted of pajamas, aprons, slips, housecoats, and nighties. Anyone wishing to see the project exhibits may see them in the home economics room or watch for the best ones shown in the display case. The girls doing outstanding work with pajamas are Martha LeVaD. Mary Mead. Irene Livingston. Don- na Sayles. and Maxine Dillon. Rose Dunning. Elsie Smith and Donna Rose Clifford. Jacqueline Yund and Reta French made housecoats while Mabel Robins made a slip. Answers To Guess Who 1. Lucille LaPoint 2. Charles Mathews 3. Betty Sumerix 4. Lou Ann Potter 5. Wayne Steward 6. Howard Cherry 7. Barbara Parr 9. Marilyn Pilbean 8. Em am Royston THE TOGGERY SHOP Harold E. Smith Jay Sandwich Shop EARL J. LAVENGOOD. PROP. CHARLOTTE CAFE “THE HOME OF GOOD FOOD We Serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet Open Day and Night Page Four ORANGE BLACK Faculty Surprises C. H. S. With FOOLS! Assembly Surprised ! ! ! were the students of! Charlotte high school. March 31. when the April Fool assembly was sponsor-1 ed by the faculty. Two piano solos were played by J Mrs. Kiplinger and one by Miss Mey- j er. Mrs. Kiplinger pleased the student body when they discovered she could play Many other new talents were revealed in one hour. A play entitled. The District , School was riven In conclusion. The scene opens with the school dismiss- ed for afternoon recess. Miss Wells, playing Um part of teacher, did her best to keep the unruly children quiet because the parents were visit-1 ing that day and a program had been t prepared for the occasion. The child- ren were all excited over it. Several recitations were given by i the small children . Miss llallifax. Mr. Grindall. Miss Toms and Miss Fisher. Mrs. T. Taylor displayed abili- ty in her ballet dancing. Never before had the audience seen such talents when Mr. Mead played his much re- hearsed musical saw solo. During all this the students re- mained in their seats were having a rood time until Hc atio's (Mr. Grin- dall’s) mother (Mrs. Lipsey) left hei eat and sat down right behind him and pulled his hair to make him be- have A very active student (Miss llallifax had a grand time trying to keep her sucker hidden from the teach er. The last number prepared by the children was a play entitled Pyra- mus and Thisbe”. The characters were Thisbe. Mrs. lauch; Pyramus. Mr Anderson: the Lion. Mr Bilble: Wall. Mr. Schroeder; curtains. Miss Crozier and Mrs. Howells. Many students didn't realize the fact that Shakespeare probably would have risen from his grave to hear one of his famous stories put into modern jingles and to see the teacher's ac- tions before the student body and the students also getting a taste of their own medicine. FOR DEPENDABLE SERVICE CALL AT BAUM’S VOUR STANDARD DEALER Lubrication - Washing Tire Inspection - Phone 9177 GLEE CLUB ACTIVITIES VARIED THROUGHOUT PAST YEAR fContlnueo rrom pas« one) Glee Club, to Calvin Csatlos and Eugene Royston of the Dramatic Arts class, who carried the leads In the show. The grabbing customers, the sleepy negro, the comedy team of the Nutt brothers all were successful. Each member of the supporting cast acted with confidence. The music was catchy; the lines, full of humor: the costumes, colorful; the stage setting, unusual: the whole production was given with a finish and a snap which made It please a respon- I sive audience. Individual solos during the year were given by Phyllis Hack, singing, and Phyllis Wletzke. playing the piano, at the Grange, the Woman’s Club, and the Child Study Club. Miss Elaine Meyer, director, has shown outstanding ability in her man- ! ner of handling this clui� and arrang- ing for the various performances. Local High School Scene Of Army-Navy E” Award A presentation of the Army-Navy , ! E” award to the men and women of the Wilcox-Gay Corporation was giv- en in the auditorium of the high school. April 3. after school. W. E. McConnell acted as chairman. ! Three numbers were played by the ; Oriole band, a march. Invercargill. Star Spangled Danner and Ameri- ca . The addreas for the day was pr� s- j ented by Col. Iverson Summers of the I United States Army. Recordings and 1 pictures were taken throughout the | program. The high school made a fine setting j for the colorful event. The auditor- j ium was decorated with red. white 1 and blue. Baskets of flowers adorned the stage. The parents of many siu- j dents were reetpints of the E buttons and many former students j and alumni were among those hon- ored. Girl Reserves Stage Hop; Offer Varied Intermission On Thursday evening. April 6. the Girl Reserves sponsored a Hobo Hop at the high school. In the new gym. The music was furnished by Arthur Steward's Stardusters.” A very entertaining intermission was enjoyed, with several musical numbers. Mrs. Jane Orr sang three popular hit tunes: Jerry Sherman played three very well arranged num- bers at the piano: and Wanda Wing, one of the drum majorettes enter- tained the hohos with a twirling act with a baton that had lights at both nds. completing a program well worth while. The lucky number was drawn and the winner was Irene Livingston, who was awarded by leading ihe Grand March. A nice crowd attend i ed the Hobo Hop. Raymond Snyder. '10. is home on a 17 day furlough. He will then go back to the Panama Zone. Max Dowker. '42. was recently ! home on a 16 day furlough. Young’s Jewelry Shop Watches - Diamonds • Silverware Clocks • Glassware • Dlnnerware Gifts That Last” Phone 637 Expert Repairing RCSEACR t fLCWfRJ MAIN SWEET SHOP HOT FUDGE - HOT CHOCOLATE Phone 164 BRUNO SPAGNUOLO, Prop. BEST WISHES Eaton Counfy Sheriffs D ept. — FOWLER Chevrolet Sales, Inc. CLEVER IMPLEMENT COAL CO. ALLIS-CHALMERS FARM IMPLEMENTS COAL and COKE PHONE 155-W BEST MOVIES OF THE SEASON AT EATON THEATRE Senior Class Again Meets For Discussion of I rip The senior class meeting, held Tues day. April 4 was f � r the purpose of dis- cussing the boat trip to Niagara Falls. A committee of Maxon Wehr. Jack Bolder. Bob Betty were to start in- vestigations for a paper drive. Bill Smiley, transportation: Connia Bee- be. Mary King and Mary Jane Spag- nuolo advertising, were the other committees appointed for the paper drive. Russell DeLand and Arthur Stew- ard were to start arrangements for some dances. Jeanette Grad ner. ‘43. Is working ut the Bell Telephone. Mike Mathews. 44. Boh Pal on. '14. Bob Moist, ex 47. are now home. Jtev©nsrn Jtudic FOR Better Photographs ReNu Shoe Shop W. L. OSBORNE COMPLIMENTS OF EATON FLEETWING Pocket Knives Flashlights K U T S C H E‘S HARDWARE Guns Ammunition JOHNSON’S H-C SINCLAIR SERVICE Corner of Main and Henry MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Granite Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte. Michigan Buy Your Bonds Here First National Rank LUMBER COAL PHONE No. 9 CHENEY FUNERAL HOME A. C. Cheney • Gordon C. Cheney Phone 331 Fruits Vegetables GROCERIES BOB'S MARKET Hepuhllean -Tribune Want Advt’s For Quick Sales DON’T FORGET THE JUNIOR PLAY VOLUME 18 ORANGE BLACK THE CHARH IAN” CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN. THURSDAY. APRIL 27. 1944 HOP IN NEW GYM ISSUE 13 Charhian Staff Completes Copy Back Row—8. Squibb. L. LaPoint, N. Roberta, E. Robma, Miss Wells. R. Deland, D. Vierk, 8. Telia� . Front Row—C. Beebe. D. Furu. M. J. S pictured—N. Walters. O. Sleater. Annual Year Book Out May 31 With Blue Gold Cover Staff Workinq Hard to Meet Deadline For Charhian Material As the Charhian nears completion a short, but sweet preview of it can be given. It will have a blue and gold cover, these being the colors of the senior class. Inside there can be found such things as snapshots, fea- tures. individual student pictures, group pictures, and the Orange ft Black published throughout the year Because of a most successful sales campaign In February after which Ned Walters and Lucille I aPoint stated that all four hundred copies had been sold, the staff is working hard to have everything ready by May 31. the day it will come out. It is hoped that a few extra copies maybe obtained. If any one wishes to get one of these see Ned. Lucille or Miss Wells and have his name put on the list. The Journalism carnival, with Rus sell DeLand and Anna Mae Roystoi in charge was another marked sue , cess of the year for the senior class The other staff members for the Charhian are as follows: Editor-In j chief. Mary Jane Spagnuolo: assist ant editor. Dorothy Furu; class pages in churge of Edna Robins; sports, editor. Richard Sleater; feature edi | tor. Betty Ix u Squibb; calendar , Esther Jones; photographic manager | Connie Boebe; business manager. Nell Roberts: and Donna Vierk and Shirley Tellas. typists. Freshmen To Present “The Ring and The Look The Freshmen class is going to present a play April 28 named. The Ring and the Look. The characters are as follows: Tommy ............Richard Hutchison Marian .........................Mubel Robins Mrs. Tuttle.......Mary Jane Krusell Billy ..........................David Adams Doris ...............Harriet Mnyhew Clair ..................Joyce Walker Eleanor .......................Sallie Hale Bertha ........................Maxine Pratt Other numbers on the program have not been definitely arranged as yet. I, A. M. Royston. E. Jone . Not In Memoriam AH were sorry to hear that Russell Dean, who graduated in '42. gave his life somewhere in the Pacific. He was active and a very likeable chap with whom- ever he associated. During high school he was out for track two years, in Hi-Y’ two years, science club one year, dance club one year, glee club two years, was senior class president, attended the honor banquet two years, was member of the student council one year, and a mem- ber of the State HI-Y’ Council one year. The Legion sent him to Boys' state for a week. also. Russ, the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Dean, has two sisters. Patricia Ann. here in the seventh grade and Dorothy Jane, a fresh- man at Michigan State. His body was buried some- where in Allied soil as reported by the government. Horn Wins Over Cherry’s Team In Seed Contest Throughout the last weeks the F.F.A. boys have l een having a seed selling contest. Now it Is ended and Milton Horn's team won by selling $114.45 while Howard Cherry's team sold $110.45. making a total of $224.90. April 26 the boys will have a party. First they will play softball here in town, then go for a hayride to the springs. Don Hice and Jack Terrill were official delegates to the State F.F.A. convention at East I ansing on April 5 and 6. Others who attended were Wayne Steward. Howard Cherry. Keith Gidner. Ray Archer. Ernatn Royston. Eugene Royston and Mr. Schroeder. From a Ninth Air Force Service Command Advanced Depot. England, the word has been received that Pvt. Bob Klalss has been promoted to a corporal and is now wearing the Army Good Conduct and European Theater campaign ribbons. ■ “Footloose , A Comedy To Earn Many Laughs The life of a family in Chicago I suburb will feature the annual pro- I duction of the junior play. May 12th. when “Footloose will be presented. The play, because it is a comedy, will probably earn many laughs from the audience. The cast of fourteen was chosen j after many tryouts. Clara Mae Morey, j Betty Sumerlx. and Harold Cheney will head the all star cast. Clara Mae I playing the part of Mary Early, a seventeen-year-old high school girl;! Betty, the part of a big sister; and Harold, the part of a seventeen-year- old high school boy. ♦ ★ ★★ « Just Around The Corner April 27—Track meet with Hastings (There. Good luck, boys.) April 28—Cheerleader Hop (Fun for everyone.) May 1—Movies (Ah yes. one more class gone.) May 5—Rural Students' Day (Our day to set an example.) May 11—Orange ft Black (Last one for the year.) May 11—Caucus. May 12—Election of Mayor and Secretary (Be wise in your choice.) Cal Fullerton writes to say that he likes the state of Texas, although there are some quite severe dust storms. The last one which lasted three and one-half hours, was the worst because when he awoke he had a mouth full of mud. Cheerleader Hop In New Gym Tomorrow Night Stardusters To Play For Hop; Intermission Given Come on worm, let's squirm! Yes i sir. that's the way it'll go. You won't | lind a better time anywhere than you will at the Cheerleader Hop. which will be held tomorrow night. April 28, In the new gym. with Art Steward's Stardusters to furnish the music that'li start your feet amovin'. In- termission will also be a great re- ward. for when you see Doug Fletch- er and Herli Stacey, both of the clusa of '42. do their act. you'll know this dance was worth coming to. Will there be anything to eat?” did you say? There will be sandwiches, pop. and chocolate milk! Tomorrow night from 8:30 to 11:30. all of this fine entertainment for 35 cents a per- son or 50 cents a couple. Four of the cheerleaders sponsoring this affair will be graduated in June. Betty Lou Squibb. Lucille LaPoint, and Mary Jane Spagnuolo. have been at the job since their sophomore year and received letters for their work this year. Gienna Snyder. Lou Ann Potter and Carolyn Fields, were voted in at the iieglnnlng of the basketball season. These six girls have appeared at all of the games that they could possibly get to. attired in their uniforms of black slacks with orange and black sweaters, and have done a splendid job to keep the crowds up in spirit. They have worked hard to find new yells and actions for various sports. This year several new and peppy yells have been introduced. The students were entertained Thursday. April 13. by an interesting movie of Russia. Cheer Leaders Sponsor Hop Back Row—L. Potter, G. Snyder, C. Field Front Row—B. Squibb. L. LaPoint. M. J. Spagnuolo View Those Projects In spite of shortage of material the, home ec. girls have found attractive ! patterns and material. They are now making spring dresses, play suits, and other summer outfits. The classes are planning to have a style show in May at which time they will model the project made. A few of the home projects are on display in the show case on first floor. Page 2. ORANGE A. BLACK _______.s (Member( )tst. I92l) Ussoogj ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-Weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Circulation 625 Subscription Rates $.76 STAFF ...Anna Mae Royston Marllln Pfeifer Alumni Editor Exchange Editor Betty Lou Squibb Donna Vlerk Circulation Manager Mary Jane Spagnuolo Jean Parr Advertising Manager ..Berniece Zimmerlee Ass'l Advertising Manager Harry Curran Faculty Adviser Reporters Edna Robins. Winifred Wells Donna Hall. Glenna Snyder. Katherine Conley. June Shumaker, and Kathleen Burchfield. SO LITTLE AND YET SO VERY MUCH Just a minute! Don't lx? afraid, finish reading this column. It will only take al out ten seconds. I know you say this bond stufT is an old :� tory. j you're getting tired of reading it. Well, now isn't that too bad your tired of reading. Listen. Charley, let me give you an Idea of where you might lx wrong. This week you've been to four shows which cost you Just three dollurs and twenty cents: you've had ten bottles of pop which cost eighty cents. Just the other day you lost a 1k 1 and had to buy seven malteds for the gang. That came to one dollar and fifty cents. Chuck, and then there was the big dance that you couldn't miss even if it was twenty miles from your town so you paid a dollar for gas and another for the dance. That’s about all. Charlie. You had a good time and who am I to say that you shouldn't? But look: You spent seven dollars and fifty cents. I et’s say you take half of that, three seventy-five, and put it in stamps, and every six weeks you could turn those stamps in for a bond. Every six weeks you could Rive another man a gun. Is that bad. Charley? How about all of us? Couldn't we do better than, we're doing now If we were to give up some of our entertainment and put a little more into stamps and bonds? ELECTION COMING SOON •'They’re my friends. I'll vote for them. It's the first thing that comes in a person's mind when voting comes along. But. the most important qualification is Are they capable of doing the job? A mayor and secretary have a full-time responsible job: make sure your candidates would have time for it. There are many qualifications that have to be gone over before you finally make your X on the ballot. After you have picked vour ! candidates back them all you can. Don't change horses In the middle of the stream. On the day of the caucus when they call for volunteers, make a speech for your candidates. This will be your chance to let the student l ody know whom you are for. Remember, the date of the election. May 11th. and be ready with your vote and speech. HOW ABOUT IT. GANG Have you ever been to a track meet? We all turn out for basketball and football, but not very many ever go to a track meet. The boys who are out for track need just as much cheering as any other team. They practice hard after school trying to make good for C. H. S. then no one goes down to watch them try to win. Tonight we are to have a track meet here, with Hastings, so let's all turn out. 1st Moron: Why did the little ant keep run-1 ning around and around the top of the cracker box? 2nd Moron: I don't know. Why? 1st Moron: Because it said 'Tear around here’. SENIOR SLANTS Ouch, that curler is hot.” Here comes Edna Robins on the run. Sure, you might have guessed it. Eilna's going to Ik a beauty operator. She is going to a cosmetology school in Lansing for her training. It is still more school for Max Wehr. He says he wants to get in some college, before he pays I’ncle Sam a visit. He hopes to go to University of Michigan. Jean Parr wants to go to a business school next fall. Until then she is going to work here in town. Bob Orr just laughed, when asked about his future plans. He calmly stated that when and mostly if he graduated, his spare time will be spent working in Smith's Toggery Shop, until he joins the Navy next full. Betty Franklin says thut she is Just going to find a job. so she can work and Ik happy. Buck to school with Harry Curran. He didn't say for sure where he Is planning to go. but he hopes to go to Michigan State. Berniece Zimmerlee has a Job all lined up at the Michigan Silo Company. WE KNOW THEM BY THEIR Hair .......... Personality ... Calmness ...... Voice ......... Smile ......... Singing ....... Artistic Ability Height ........ Dancing ....... Acting ........ Cleverness .... Good Humor .... Cuteness Whistling Diamond Wit ...... Music .... ..Phyllis White ..Connie Beebe ...Maxon Wehr ....Dorothy Furu ........Bob Orr Eugene Royston ...Phyllis Hack Russell Deland ...Vernon (Jresso ..Marllln Pheifer ...Bill Dunning ..Neil Cochrane .......Joe Pray ...Ed. Dunning ,....Donna Hall .....Bob Betty ...Calvin Csatlos INK FROM OTHER RIBBONS While looking thru a few exchange papers your exchange editor found some interesting bits for the students. In the Normal College News of Ypsilanti a committee was appointed to send to home town newspapers what is happening to students of that town. The senior class of Petoskey is putting on a senior play called Ring Around Elisabeth . (Be fun if we could put one on.) To the Girl Reserves- The Girl Reserves of Petos key High have an annual formal dance. (Might Ik? a good idea.) One Item that Is in other exchange papers is the, item called the Armed Forces. (Would Ik� nice : thing to have in ours.) The junior class of Strongsville. Ohio, is having a carnival May 5. Very much like our annual Journalism Carnival. All out of news for awhile. LOOK PLEASANT. PLEASE! The girl of the week has gray-green eyes, brown hair, and is about five feet one in height. She has been doing a grand job of getting everyone’s pic-: ture taken and having them printed for the Orange and Black plus the Charhian. If you haven't guessed by now her name is Connie Beebe. When asked who her favorite movie star Is she announced. Dennis Morgan ever since The Desert Song . Her favorite dish Is roast beef and brown potatoes. They’s O. K., but they have their faults. was Connie's reply when asked what her opinion of the boys was. Baseball rates high on her list of sports. WHAT’S IN A NAME BOY’S ame Meaning Adolph .............................Noble Wolf Alfred ...............................All Peace Carl .............................Strong; Manly; Charles ......................Of Great Strength Richard ............................Stern King: GIRLS Kuth ...........................Vision of Beauty Mary .........................Distressed. Tearful Dorothy .............................Gift of God Beverly ........................Beaver Meadow Donna ..................................a Lady REMEMBER WHEN? ? ? There was an Up and Down the Corridors column In the Orange and Black? There were spring vacations? Mr. Hill taught comp? Boys wore orange sweaters? The little brown jug was resting on our trophy case? Kenny was Mayor? Willard was drum major? Yo-yo’s were a child's toy? Yates rode a tandem bike? There were no hall-monitors? There were some goldfish in the ag. room aquarium? FROM THE SHELVES Ernest Pontifex, so named because his parents wanted him to be earnest, stnrts life as u sickly child under the complete dominance of a self-cen- tered father and a sentimental mother. Ernest goes through a series of experiences that will thrill the reader. This I took is The Way of All Flesh. by Samuel Butler. The Count of Monte Christo is packed with adventure and suspense. The death of Faria, the escape of Dantes from the prison, the night on the barren island, the discovery of the hidden grotto, are a few of the many espisodes that help make this book by Alexandre Dumas interesting. Here's something for the girls interested in nurs- ing— Clara Barton by Mildred Pace. This is a story of Clara Barton's struggle in trying to carry the Red Cross Into the battle area so as to give ready aid to wounded and dying soldiers. Many well-known l ooks such as Wind in the Rigging . Random Harvest. Drums Along the Mohawk. Moby Dick. Treasure Island. and Northwest Passage. may l� e found in your own school library. THE STUDENT ALIBI Can't study in the fall— Gotta play football; Can't study in the winter— Gotta play basketball; Can't study in the spring Gotta run track; Can't study in the summer Gotta girl. —Exchange. SAD STORY Code letter from a student: Dear Dad: Gue$$ what 1 need mo$t of ull. That ! right. $end It along. Belt Wl$he$. Your $on. Ru$$. The Dad answered: Dear Russ: NOthing ever happens here. We k.NOw you like your school. Write us aNOther letter aNOn. Jim was asking about you at NOon. NOw we have to say goodbye???? Did you hear about the Moron who wanted to commit suicide so he was going to jump off the top of a twenty story building but there wasn't any twenty story building around so he went to the top of a ten story building and Jumped off twice? My txmnle looked Into a gas tank, the contents he wished to see. He used a match to assist him. Oh! bring back my Ixmnie to me. IF THE SONG FITS, SING IT— No Love, No Nothin ....................Kay Mohre It's Love. Love. Love ......Bev. Martin. Bob Orr I'll Get by Somehow ......................Barbara Bradley “The Music Stopped ............................Mr. Schroeder Cherry ...............................Rod Yates Journey to the Stars .............Clara Mae Morey. Dick Beechler “Do Nothin' Till You Hear From Me”....Miss Wells In a Friendly Little Tavern .....Ted Ross. Adolph Phillips. Ned Walters Sophisticated Lady ...............Connie Beebe Why Don't You Do Right”..........Gliding Krusell Mr. Five by Five ...................Victor Swift Donkey Serenade .......Calvin Csatlos. Bob Hart When They Ask AI out You ....D. Schneckenberger It Makes No Difference Now ....Mary Lou Keeler It Can't Be Wrong ...................Mr. Bllble People Will Say We're In l ove ......................Joe Pray, laurel Starr Daybreak” ..........................Glennu Snyder No Letter Today ....................Donna Hall ORANGE A BLACK Page 3 Coach Tells of Exciting Game Played in Belding Memory Remains Because of Smart Job of Quarterbacking Forget your school for a minute and come with me to one of the most thrilling and smartest games Coach Gobel has ever coached. At this time Coach was with Hold- ing who was playing Carson City in the opening game of the season. With the score tied 6-6 and only 20 seconds to play. Holding's quarterback. Ken- neth Otis, now coach at Allegan high school, asked the referee how much time was left, then he immediately called Time . Knowing that there were only 20 seconds to play, he gathered his team in a huddle and told them that there would be time for two more plays if they didn't call signals, so. while still in a huddle, they decided on the next two plays. They were now on Carson City's five-yard line and their first play drove through to the second. Almost before the crowd knew it the Holding boys were In their places and ready for their second play. The Carson City team bunched In the middle ex I pecting another line plunge but much I to their surprise Kenneth Otis grab i bed the centered ball and ran around the end for a touchdown without be- ing touched, leaving Holding the win ners 13-6. The coach said this game stays in his memory t ecau8e of the exception j ally smart job of quarterbacking that Kenneth Otis did, because the average play takes 30 seconds, but. because he thought to figure two signals ahead in the time out period, his team got in the winning plays in 20 seconds. Super-salesman Andy” Anderson really showed his stuff when he •old $9.60 worth of Easter stamps In his classes. Band Director Leaves For Position at Wilcox-Gay We are going to miss him some- thing fierce. Who? Mr. Hynes, of course. He left April 14 to take a position with the Wilcox-Gay Corpora- tion. Mr. Ward C. Hynes, sometimes known as Uncle Ward , came from Millington. Michigan to Charlotte in 1936 to teach social studies and band. In 1937, he organized the Junior Hand for the younger children and In '38 the Cadet Hand for “in-betweens. By his leaving, the office of princi pal. which he ussumed in 1942. has lieen vacated but will I� filled tem- porarily by Miss Winifred Wells, as- sistant principal. Mrs. Ia ora Wey mouth, principal of the junior high, has taken the duties of adviser foi- st udent council and has charge of all social activities. Other duties have been assigned to various teachers. Mr. Samuel Robinson, band director from Olivet, will take over the band until a permanent instructor is ob ained. Hi-Y Members Are Making Plans for Coming Year Hi-Y members are making plans for the coming year. An electoral commit- tee has lieen planned w-hlch will demo- cratically select the future officers in the following manner: A list of the I junior inemliers of the club most suitable for officers will be prepared. The boys with the highest umount of votes will be nominated for future officers of the organization in this school. This will be voted on at the next meeting. Two of the new officers will be sent; to a HI-Y leadership training camp at Torch Lake with all expenses paid. Buy U.S. WAR BONDS AND STAMPS MAIN SWEET SHOP HOT FUDGE - HOT CHOCOLATE Phone 164 BRUNO SPAGNUOLO. Prop. Watch Our Windows For New Novelties and Gifts W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry__________ Gifts Jtevcn cn tudio FOR Better Photographs Best Movies of the season at EATON THEATRE SCHOOL LUNCHES AND Real Ice Cream WHERE? CHARLOTTE HOME DAIRY L. L. Johnson Lumber Co. 563 N. Main St. Rhone 379 Charlotte. Mich. Souvenirs From Japan Exhibited by T. Raines Did you feel contaminated? was the remark made by Mrs. Kiplinger in her seventh hour Bible Study class. You might ask. What was she talk- ing about? Well, it seems that Twil.i Raines brought some Japanese souve- nirs to school, that her brother Jack brought hack with him. Jack is stationed at Hawaii hut has been to the Marshall and Gilbert Is-; lands for eight months. Among the; things taken from the Japs were a fountain pen from a Jap officer, a bill fold, which hangs about their neck : some cigarettes and a ten dollar bill j that is worth about sixty-live cents in American money. It was stated that Jack also had a Jap motorcycle store I in a building that was bombed I a for he left. In the window of Vomberg's store can be seen a gun that he brought back. It seems that Jack Raines and Mike Mathews were old time friends and they both had their leaves at the same time. Your reporter also learn ed that Mr. Mathews' nickname was ttrsl presented to him by Jack. The navy is treating Paton. Mathews and Moist a bit alright. It seems j that where one goes they all go. so | they have all been shipped to Jackson ville. Florida. Student Council Minutes The meeting was railed to order by Mayor Boh Orr. on April 12. 1944. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. Roll call wan taken with twelve members present. A motion was made and seconded that the idea of an assembly he drop- ped. Dorothy Furu made a motion, seconded by Boh Betty, that we have Rural Students' Day May 5. The election for the new mayor and secretary is to be held May 12 and the caucus will be May 11. Those on the election committee to help Mrs. Wey- mouth get petitions underway are Francis Kane. Lois Willard and Vern- on Roy st on. A motion was named by Virginia Royston and seconded hy Boh Betty that the honor banquet be held May 19. A motion was made and seconded that there should be a banquet in- stead of a dance. Dorothy Furu. Joyce Denison and Anna Mae Royston are on the committee for the banquet. The two representatives from the council to be held over for next year are to be chosen May 1. It was decided that the petitions for mayor and secretary are to be handed to the mayor on May 4 at 4 o'clock. The meeting was adjourned. Sec’y Anna Mae Rayston. Wayne Parr '43. has entered air mechanic school at Keesier Field. Mississippi. JOHNSON’S H-C SINCLAIR SERVICE Corner of Main and Henry Pocket Knives Flashlights K U T S C H E’S Guns HARDWARE Ammunition RCSEACRE COMPLIMENTS OF HCWIR EATON FLEETWING BEST WISHES talon County Sheriffs Dept. Have Your Laundry Done THE EASY WAY FOWLER Chevrolet Sales, Inc. By The COMMUNITY LAUNDRY Shelden Lumber Co. LUMBER, BUILDER’S SUPPLIES PAINTS - FUEL Community Oil Co. TEXACO PRODUCTS ('orner of tawrenee Host wick Aves. Page Four ORANGE ANO BLACK Five Students Win Places With All A’s On Honor Roll Three Girls Lead Over Boys With All A's There are five people with all A's They are Jack Hess. Harriet Mayhew Joyce Walker. Milford Mason, ant Phyllis Smallwood. The following received nothing low er than B's. Twelfth grade Mary Ellen Raker Barbara Ball. Irma Jean Green. Doro- thy Heinze. Max King. Nell Roberts Anna Mae Koyston. Mary Scovill Wayne Southward. Shirley Tel las Donna Vierk and Ailleen Young. Eleventh grade: Barbara Bradley Mary I.ou Caughy. Rosa Cooper, Carla Farrier. Mary Ellen Freed. Junior King. Marjorie Le Van. Beverly Lip- sey. Beverly Martin. Reta Payne. Joe Pray. Betty Rulison. Virginia Shaw. Laurel Starr. Betty Sumerix. and Dorothy Walker. Tenth grade: Marion Cheney. Joyce Denison. Marjorie Freed. John Gard- ner. Roberta Garvey. Wayne Holmes, and Cleone Smith. Ninth grade: Bob Casler. Fred Diamond. Rose Dunning. Albert Fos- ter. Richard Hutchison. Carl Lind- bloin. Barbara McGrath. Mary Mead. Delores Michel. Bob Packard. Mal el Robins. Betty Sawyer. Robert Shaull, Roy Weaver. Joyce Wheaton, and Juckie Yund. Eighth grade: Roselyn Buckley, Doris Burgess. Peter Kardel. Bruce Lavengood. Herbert Packard. June Parsons. Virginia Royston, Russell Santee. Pat Shiels. Peggy Skelley Charlotte Sutherland. Mary Lou Ter williger. and Joan Willard. Seventh grade: Connie Alfonso. PRAY COMPANY ☆ r ☆ FURNITURE and UNDERTAKING PRIVATE AMBULANCE SERVICE Circus Colors A Poppin! PLAY SHOES Coupon Free, Whimsical, Practical, Gay Ideas . . . Destined for Summer Non Stop Fun! FRED MURRAY CO. Jay Sandwich Shop EARL J. LAVENGOOD. PROP. ATTENTION! FARMERS! The rural students' day has been set for May 5. A program is being arranged by Dorothy Furu. with the band presenting several numbers; the glee club will sing parts of the “Legend of Sleepy Hollow ; Eleanor Sloan plans to give a reading and Harold Cheney will give a selection on his marimba. Mr. McCall and Mr. Schroeder are going to take the invitations to the various country schools. The second hour in the morning the rural stu- dents will meet in the band room where the mayor of high school will explain to them the various functions of the school. They will then Ik? escorted to the rooms by the student council representatives and they will then choose the subjects for the next year. The recreation during the noon hour will Ik furnished by the rural student's club. In the afternoon the students will be able to visit any classes they wish. Bob Brown. Lois Collins, Ireta Fetter ; man. Ixtrraine Gerlinger. Pat Griest.' Barbara Lou Jordan. Beverly Kelley Barbara Lindblom. Barbara McKeag. Winfield Pardee. Leota Pfeifer. Joan Schwegler. George Shaull. Betty Shoo maker. Ethel Van Goethem. and Gay- lord Yund. BUY WAR BONDS AND STAMPS EATON COUNTY SAVINGS BANK Young’s Jewelry Shop Watches - Diamonds - Silverware Clocks - Glassware - Dinnerware “Gifts That Last Phone 637 Expert Repairing ReNu Shoe Shop W. L. OSBORNE FLASH! Phyllis Wletzke and Marian Cheney make a fine combination at the piano Too had the inuBicu! talent of the three tenth grade boys who appeured on the home talent assembly hadn't been discovered sooner. Where are the sparklers coming from you see around school? We wonder If Barbara Davis and Eilleen Pundik lost their backbone the day of the sophomore assembly, at which they were supposed to sing. They didn’t come to school. The “Hobo Hop almost seemed like a Halloween party, with everyone! dressed in rags. It seems that everyone In Glee Club' is loginning to work pretty hard to! get enough merits for a letter. The sophomores gave a very enjoy- able assembly. Wednesday. April 12. Miss Elaine Meyer is taking charge of the orchestra since Mr. Hynes leff. It continues to meet Wednesdays at 8:15 as usual. Fruits Vegetables GROCERIES BOB’S MARKET BOUSKA SON WALLPAPER and PAINT FLOOR SANDING Phone 344-W 107 W. Lawrence COMPLIMENTS OF CHARLOTTE. CANDY COMPANY JOHN COLIZZI is our business And we welcome the opportunity to serve you. Our plant is fast returning to normal, thanks to Mr. Charles Cox, Con- tractor and Builder, and his force of Artisans. Mr. Don Klaiss has turned in a fine job on the electrical part. McGRATH DeFOE COMPANY LUMBER COAL PHONE No. 9 Louis Howe, the boy with those “cute dimples, wondered why hlH name was never published in the Orange Black. The seniors are looking forward to their senior trip. It seems that this school cruise to Niagara Falls is an exception as it is usually taken by honeymooners. The Community Health Class have finished the first aid course, and they presented Mrs. Garlinghouse with a bouquet of flowers in appreciation of her time spent teaching them. Miss Rosemary 1'arkhurst ’41. nnd Mr. C. R. Beechler left April 18 for Culifornlu where they will visit “Bud” Beechler. 41. who Is now n Pharmacist's Mate 3rd class. Bicycle Repairs YATES HARDWARE CHENEY FUNERAL HOME A. C. Cheney - Gordon C. Cheney Phone 331 MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Granite Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. _____Charlotte. Michigan V and R Come In and See Our Selection of LADIES’ Spring Skirts C. P. Mol hoi land. Manager. CHARLOTTE CAFE “The Home of Good Food” We serve from a Sandwich to a Banquet. Open Day and Night Come and hear the Oriole Band VOLUME 18 ORANGE BLACK See the Junior Play THE CHAKH IAN” CHARLOTTE. MICHIGAN. THURSDAY. MAY 11. 1944 ISSUE 14 Eighth Annual Band Bounce in Auditorium Director Samuel Robinson Presents Varied Program to General Public In the auditorium of the high school. Thursday, May 18. at 8 p. m. the eighth annual band bounce will begin with Mr. Samuel Robinson of Olivet as conductor. Mr. Robinson wua secured to fill the vacancy that Mr. Hynes left and the band bounce will be his flint public appearance with the band In Charlotte. While this is his first, this will 1m the last for the senior hand members, with the ex- ception of Decoration day parade. The complete instrumental music department has arranged a varied pro- gram including a number of special- ities. Those participating are the cadet band. Oriole band, drum majors, majorettes and baton twirlers. The complete list of selections and soloi'ts hasn’t been definitely decided 1 but will be announced in the Republi- can-Tribune this week. Throughout the past year the band has participated in various activities. The day the service honor roll was dedicated, the hand played here at school, then marched to the scene of the unveiling of the honor roll. They also played for the Wilcox-Gay pro-j gram In which the Army-Navy E was awarded. During football season the band displayed new rudiments at the athletic field, and also appeared at some of the basketball games. Recent- ly the complete Oriole band went to Olivet for the annual music festival. A large number of small groups and soloists made public appearances such Junior Play Tomorrow Night Rack Row: Mis� Weiche, J. King. R. Mohre. O. Cooper, J. Hess. F. Kane. D. Beechler. H. Cheney. Front Row: B. LeVanwav. M. LeVan. E. Sloan. C. M. Morey. B. Sumerix. P. Wietxke, J. Kerstetter. Election Tomorrow! Election of the mayor and secre- tary for the next school year will be Friday. May 12. Jack Hess and Vernon Gresso will | present their platforms to the student body in the caucus today third and as at the journalism carnival, assem- blies. Woman’s club. Lions club, and Parents' night. fourth periods The candidates for secretary will also be introduced at that time. They are Betty Sumerix and Ixiis Willard. Voting will begin Friday, tomorrow, morning before school calls and will continue until four o’clock when the polls will close and the mayor and secretary-elect will be determined. Don’t forget to vote for your selec- tion. of candidate for mayor and sec- retary for the coming year. Footloose’’ To Be Presented May 12 Morey, Cheney and Sumerix Are Leading Stars in Comedy Tomorrow night the junior class will present a domestic comedy in three acts, entitled, Footloose by Charles A. Burdette. The scene will take place in a suburban home in Chi- cago. The fax her. Richard Early. (Frances Kane) is an assistant bank- er. Emily Early. (Joyce Sutherland) his wife, overly guards her children but means to Ik a good mother. Mary Early (Clara Mm Morey), a senior lit high schol. and Bob Early (Harold Cheney) are two young rascals, who are always getting into many jams, but they seem to come out O.K. in the end. Mary tries her art at cooking, but much to her disgust she cooks an over amount of RICE. Bob Early, a mischievious lad enters the stage with a broken nose and exits with a black eye. Hope Early (Betty Sumerix) is a daughter about 25 years old. Dick Early (Jack Hess), is u senior in medical school and is a social worker. Randolph Randy' Cunningham , (Dick Beechler) is friend of Mury’s. Jenny Malory (Betty LeVanway), is u sweetheart of Dick’s and Delphie 1 (Marjorie Ia Vuid Is the general maid and adviser. During the play she catches an awful cold Buz ’’ Dally (Junior King) Is a harum scarum who runs around with Bob. Jack Milford (Dick Cooper) is a sophomore at college and is a polished shlek. Miriam Walker (Phyllis Wietzke) is a friend of Mary’s and is (Continued on page four) Oriole Band to Appear May 18 at 8:00 P. M. First Row—M. Wehr, E. Ricker, W. Wlno. M. Nash. R. Brown. H. Sumerix. O. Face. M. Cheney. E. Rovston. D. Furu. H. Cheney. O. Peck, M. Tharp. H. Marsh, B. White. N. Shaver. Second Row: W. Wehb. M. L. Keeler. P. Wietxke. M. Pfeifer. M. E. Baker. C. M Morey. J. Denison. R. French. A. M. Royston. J. Willard. B. Paton, F. Smith. J. Vund. D. Thompson, E. Dunning, M. Ball, B. Wilcox, J. Pray. Mr. Hynea. Third Row: A. Chapman, M. J. Webb. M. Mead. D. Burgess. M. A. Lewis. M. Freed. K. Conlev. C. Arehart. R. Lvnd. P. White. D. Huffman. B. Hart. H. Burnford. J. Tuckey, R. Vates. M. King. R. Payne. A. Steward. J. Easley. Fourth Row: P. Goodrich, M. LeVan, J. Granstrom. J. Taylor. B. McGrath. D. Aid. D. Clifford. C. Beebe. M. LeVan. H. Curran. C. Farrier. D. Steward. C. Csatioa. Fifth Row: W. Riolev. B. Sumerix. L. Cudney. B. Dunning. C. Lmdbiom. J. Holmes. C. Fields. E. Buckley. B. Parr, E. Royston. H. Cheney. Page 2. ORANGE BLACK (Member )tst.l92l) £� _____ assogkVJ ORANGE BLACK Published Bi-Weekly by the Journalism Class of Charlotte High School Circulation 625 Subscription Rates $.75 STAFF Publisher....................Anna Mae Royston Managing Editor.......................Connie Beebe Editor-In-Chief........................Jean Parr Sports Editor.....................Marllln Pfeifer Alumni Editor............................Bob On- Exchange Editor-..................Betty Ix u Squibb Business Manager............................Donna Vierk Circulation Manager.........Mary Jane Spugnuolo Treasurer...............................Jean Parr Advertising Manager..........Bernieco Zimmer lee Ass’t Advertising Manager............Harry Curran Faculty Adviser...........................Winifred Wells Reporters......Edna Robins. Donna Hall. Glenna Snyder. Katherine Conley. June Shumaker, and Kathleen Burchfield. A Happy Mother’s Day During these times when the world Is upset and our thoughts are mainly on those who are in the armed forces, let us not forget the must important of all. Mother, who brought us into this bright and happy world and has reared us unto what we are now. at least to what we are supposed to be now. Abraham Lincoln spoke most sincerely when he said. All that 1 am or hope to be I owe to my Angel Mother. We should all realize how much our mothers have done for us. wisely advising us. and most important of til. always there when we need them most. Johnny’s off to war today. Gone for a while, but not to stay. Knowing he’ll come back some day Brings around a happy Mother’s Day. Unbelievable, Isn’t It! It doesn’t seem possible this is your last year and yet it is. What will you do when you are out of school? Have you thought of it very much? If you haven’t thought about It. you are going to be In pretty hot water when you graduate. These days you can get almost any Job you want, hut think of after the war. People of skill, people of experience, people with more schooling, more than Just a high school diploma a.re the ones who will hold down the Jobs. Don’t think life is going to be Just one happy bowl full of cherries for you. because it isn’t. Your easy, retired life Is behind you. You haven’t begun to work yet. That diploma isn’t the gateway to success; it is merely a helper in lifting the latch to that gate: of even more help will be more schooling, practical experiences, good references, the ability to work and to work hard. Think more about it from now on—Gradu- ation is soon ! ! ! ! ! VI ho s Who With the Seniors Military service will probablv occupy NYLE TRKLOAR. NEIL COCHRANE. MAX KING. JACK BOBIER. EUGENE ROYSTON. CARROLL PHIL- LIPS. and ROBERT ORR. by the time school sturis next year. Number, please. and the operator is efficient AILLEEN YOUNG. She will stay on with her Job at Bell Telephone Co. next year. LUCY LAPOINT plans to go back to Connecti- cut for awhile. Nothing is definite as to what she plans to do then. The charming queen of C. H. S.. ANNA MAE ROYSTON plans to go to Huntington College. Indiana, to major in music, next year. Temperature, pulse, respiration, all O. K.” say a couple of nurses-to-be. They’re MARY KING and PATSY LEWIS. Next year they are planning to train at the St. I awrencc Hospital. Among the war censored ambitions belongs that of Charhian editor. MARY JANE SPAGNUOLO She doesn’t know what she wants to do now. but traveling strikes her fancy in a few years to come. U. of M.. here. I come calls a tall. dark senior named MAXON WEHR. Max will start et the University with baton training in mind. Helpful Hints on Etiquette 1. Never permit your knife and fork to strike your plate. (Put them in your neighbor’s lap when not in use.) 2. Never permit your elbows to rest on the table. (I et your feet rest for a change, it will be more comfortable.) 3. Never use your napkin as a screen for your j mouth when you have difficutly with a fish bone. (Go in after it instead.) I. Never force soup from a spoon by su-tion. (Walk around to the other side and blow it off.� 5. Never skim the soup or any liquid off your •poon by scraping the bottom of the spoon over I the edge of the cup. (Crawl under the spoon and 1 lick it off.) 6. Never meet the plate half way when taking a sip. (Soup may be coaxed but not pursued.) 7. Never touch a potato with your knife. (Hold it in your fork and eat it like an ice cream cone.� 8. Never permit the point of your spoon to enter your mouth first. (Start with the handle.) 9. Never stir your coffee with your right hand. (You should stir it with a spoon.) 10. Never grasp a spoon as though it were a golf stick or an umbrella. (Use It like a tennis racket.) II. Never try to get a blackberry seed out of hiding in a tooth. (Let your tongue do a little chasing.� Thousands Cheer You will remember the favorite girl-friend in the freshman play. Ring and the I ok. Not only did this cute and well liked girl have a prominent part, but she also is the president of her class Besides these, she was chosen as the queen of her class for the journalism carnival. Home eco-' nomics is her most enjoyed subject, while swim ming is her favorite sport. When asked about boys, she smiled and said They’re O. K—I like them all. Greer Garson and Alan I add are her favorite movie stirs. Orchids Go To............. One who is always ready to help someone out. never refuses to play for some dancer or singer and is capable of directing play. Mrs. Weymouth has done a great deal toward helping student out. Just lately she directed a freshmen play which was presented as an assembly. Throughout the entire year she has co-operated with both students and teachers. The rural student visitor's day last week has been and the honor banquet next week will lie under her supervision. X-change In the Strongsville. Ohio, high school music to be played at noon. But. to top it off. th students are allowed to dance in the halls. (Hmr tnmmm! Need more be said?) The Black and Gold of Traverse City reports Ui members of the staff have finished their year boo called the Pines”. Just about the same tim u , They don’t have as large a one n the local year book and theirs costs $2.50. (Som thing to think about.) The seniors’ exams of Pontiac high school at ov®r- Whv th rush? We still have three wee —Oh Oh.� ...... i,mi is iu in? ii uress up dramatics. Of course you know who it is! It’s friend SALLIE HALE. Guess Who! 1. Senior • blond - - - seen with Bonnie - goes with Glare • • • wears glasses - - - girl. 2. Sophomore . - - seen with Fran - - • nl personality - came from Pottervllle this ye - - - lives in town - - - girl. 3. Freshman - - - boy - - - tall blond - - - cut - - likes Olivet - - - seen with Mohre and Zli merlee. 4. Sophomore - - - curly hair - - - boy - - - se with Betty - - - sister in school - - - used to wo at Gulf station. 5 Junior - - - girl - - - sister is a senior - «lark hair - • - rural student - - - wears glass - • father works at the post office. 6. Junior girl - - - red hair - - - wears glass • • - works in the office and at the hospital SenioJ � y • • ■ dark hair ... on tear team - - handsome - • • brother at M. S C ,JL£r0,,hman. 5?y • - 8h0Pt • • ’ eye with ' J • n,nthw P y • - “If you kne to whom I gave the ring!” - - • from the counli Anything Turned in Today? While busy at the Job of hall monitor, your rov- ing reporter cuught this dark haired and friendly sophomoi-e ltd. After consenting to being questioned, he answer- id that this year he is captain of the rural students softball team, and also the head of the Lost and Found Depa rt ment. Mechanical drawing rates the highest on the list of subjects he is taking, while baseball is his most enjoyed sport. Next to eating, building model airplanes is his favorite pastime. In answering his opinion of girls he said. I think they’re cute, but I don't care much for braids or ankle socks. In other words, girls, he likes high heels! Those twinkling brown eyes end friendly smile belong to KEITH FREY. C. H. S. Celebrities Ray Mohre Because his sweater makes school a brighter place. Joyce Walker—Because of her sweet smile. Wacky ' Weymouth—Because someday he'll prob- ably be a genius. Frances Smith—Because of her infectious giggle. Ted Ross -Because he is such a lady killer. Dick Sleater—Because of his ingenious ideas. Vern Gresso—Because of the cute way he cocks his head when he thinks. Maxine Pratt—Because of her gift of gab”. Clare Mae Morey Dick Beechler— Because you never see one without the other. Edna Robins—Because she always seems busy. Mary Jane Spugnuolo Because of her cheering. Bob Orr—Because of the work he has done as mayor of C. H. S. Ned Walter� —Because of his flashy ties. Bill Smiley—Because of the way he takes care of the bookstore. Jack Hess- Because of his speaking ability in as- semblies. Dot Furu—Because of her skill as an assembly chairman. Anna Mae Royston—Because of her friendly manner. “Tugs” King and Jo” Bernes—Because of their tap-dancing ability. Cliff Martens—Because of his sense of humor. Richard Hutchison—Because of his Ring affairs. Why Do People Sing in Bath Tubs? Mary Scovlll—Voice sounds better because no one is watching. Marian Sloan—Because they feel good Eugene Royston Sound reflects back to your own ears. ONLY. Boh Betty—Never sings but Just reads. Bill Smiley - More power to him. Alice Lawrence—Give them a fresh start. Tommy Martin—It makes me feel alive. “Chuck Weaver—M’s the only time I feel I’m ulone. June Shumaker -So I can't hear the telephone ring. Junior Dream On one wa.rra spring day the Junior class decided ot skip so—the little deers did They were accompanied to the station by the class hand composed of Calvin C sat I os. Laura Cud- ney. Carla Farrier. Clifton Arehart. Harold Cheney. Bob Hart. Mary Lou Keeler. Marjorie LeVan. Rose mary Lynd, Clara May Morey. Beverly Pat on. Frances Smith. Betty Sumerlx. Junior Tuckey. Wayne Webb. Phyllis Wietzke. Phyllis White, and Rod Yates, lead by drum mujorette. Marjorie Nash. Dick Schneckenberger Is in charge of getting the students to the boat, which Is an ocean liner, that will take them to Hawaii. Here they are all on the boat. Harry Ackley. Harold Allen. Howard Cherry, and Robert Wood- man made most of the trip by rail. (Ah. what fun!) They still look green. There go Dorothy Walker and Rosa Cooper looking for something interesting to do. Oh' Oh! Here comes Mr. Anderson with his new rocketship to bring the kids word from home (Mostly bad news, they have all been expelled f x m school.) As the dream begins to fade Virgil Archer wakes up with a start and begins to wonder if it could really come true. English Prof. Take this sentence. (Let the cow be taken out of the lot.) What mood? Frosh: The cow. ORANGE BLACK Page 3 Graduation Night June I ; Frank Slutz To Speak Rev. William Beckett To Speak at Baccalaureate Services Harct laureate and commencement m rvices wll be held on May 28 and June 1 this year, respectively. The Rev. William Beckett, will speak for baccalaureate. Dr Prank D. Slutz. of Dayton. Ohio, will be the main speaker for com- mencement. Once before, in 1937, Dr. Slutz spoke here on a similar occasion 1 On this evening, rewards will be pre- sented to the honor students. The program for the evening will Include a cornet solo played by Arthur Stew- urd. and other numbers not yet been decided upon. On May 26. the annual Junior und senior prom will be sponsored by the lass of 1945. This year, a banquet will be held ut the Masonic Temple, after which a formal dan.'e will Ik enjoyed by the students at the high school. Community Health Service Girls Have Physicals Miss Howard, consultant of the den- tal health bureau from the public i health department in Uinsing. gave a ! very interesting talk on teeth and their care to the community health service girls. Physical examinations will be given to the girls’ by Dr. Harry Hannah, of this city. Already, the girls have been to the hospital for chest x-rays and examinations. On April 9th. Mrs Marvin McClel- land brought her baby to school and I demonstrated to the girls how to bathe! a child. All of the senior girls were invited to hear a worth-while discussion on social living by Miss Painton, super- visor of nurses at the Baton County Health Department. At the end of her ( discussion, questions which the girls1 desired to know more about were fieely answered. Pocket Knives Flashlights K U T S C H E S HARDWARE Guns Ammunition COMPLIMENTS OF EATON FLEETWING MAIN SWEET SHOP HOT FUDGE - HOT CHOCOLATE Phone 164 BRUNO SPAGNUOLO. Prop. RCSEACRC fLCMER ReNu Shoe Shop W. L. OSBORNE a What’s Cookin’? May 11 Orange and Black comes out. (You’ve got ’em already) May 11 -Caucus (Now you cam get up and talk) May 12—Junior Play (Don't miss It) May 12—Tennis with East Lan- sing (here) May 13—Regional track meet (Will they come through?) May 14-15-16—Senior Trip (The last fling) May 17—Tennis with Leasing Sexton (here) (Let's show them how it’s done) May 18—Band Bounce (Another treat In store) May 19—Senior Assembly (Oh boy!) May 19—Honor Banquet—(Now they can All their tummies) May 20—Stale Track Meet (Let's all turn out) May 25-26—Senior exams (More of them) May 24—Track conference meet (Victory or defect?) May 25—Tennis East Lansing (here) May 26--Junior and Senior Prom (Taking your best girl?) May 28—Baccalaureate May 29—Exams (This includes the rest) May 30--Decoration Day (No school) May 31—Exuins (The last until next year) May 31—Charhlan appears June 1—Commencement (They're alumni now! at last) Buy Bonds Eastern Defeats Charlotte Oriole Racqueteers 7-1 The Charlotte racqueteers Journeyed t leasing Eastern May 6. The team fought a bitter battle but lost many a heartbreaker. The score was seven to one. Mr. Bilbie said. The team j shows improvement over last time.” The winner for Charlotte was the first doubles team: Ned Walters and Dick i Sleater. Wayne Holmes lost bis match, a heartbreaker nine to seven and seven , to five. Also another defeat which was a close victory was the second !«. ubles team composed of Max King and Nell Roberts. They had won their first set allright and had five one in the second set und then lost the next six gales straight. Omey Hart did a I good Job in number position. The j time he had In that position. The ' teun is now on a ladder system. The ' best at the top and so on down. The students of C. H. S. wish to express their sincere sym- pathy to Wayne Steward, whose mother passed away last week, and also to Irene Livingston whose brother gave his life in the armed service at Burma. Buy War Bonds and Stamps. BEST WISHES Eaton County Sheriffs Dept. JAMES B. CHURCH RICHELIEU FOOD STORE PHONE 200 CHARLOTTE. MICH. CLEVER IMPLEMENT COAL CO. ALLIS-CHALMERS FARM IMPLEMENTS COAL and COKE PHONE 155-W Buy Your Bonds Here First National Bank Wl LCCX-GAyCCRPCRATICN MANUFACTURERS OF NATIONALLY FAMOUS “PECCPLIC” Shelden Lumber Co. LUMBER, BUILDER’S SUPPUES PAINTS - FUEL Books Thai Will Interest All These hooka that are from a large order sent in to the book company quite l. while ago. In circulation will bo some of the best novels to be found. The rest of the books received in the order will be put into circulation as soon as possible. Sue Barton. Student Nurse.... Boy Is ton As the Earth Turns.............Carroll My Antonia ..............Cather. Willa Cimarron ..................... Berber Showboat ..................... Ferber Luck of Roaring Camp.......Harte, Bret Scarlet Letter ....... Hawthorne, N. Ai rowKinith .........Lewis. Sinclair Jim Davis ...................Masefield (Hants in the Earth............Roivang Bambi ........................ Batten Answers to Guess Who 1. Shirley Tellas 2. Jeanette Martens 3. Richard Derby 4. Hilding Krusell 5. Marian Ball 6. Betty Sumerix 7. Ned Walters 8. Richard Hutchison tevenson n die FOR Better Photographs Watch Our Windows For New Novelties and Gifta W. E. WRIGHT Jewelry Gifts JOHNSON’S H-C SINCLAIR SERVICE Corner of Main and Henry FOWLER Chev role t J a[«$, Inc. Sure I’ll meet you at the GREEN LIGHT where the food is delicious and the service excellent. B. F. Felska. Owner. Best Movies of the season at EATON THEATRE Page Four ORANGE AND BLACK New Subjects To Be Added To Curriculum The plans for next year's subjects are now being made and are nearly finished. Among the new subjects will be agriculture 9. farm shop, and geo- politics. Agriculture and farm shop are full year subjects for freshmen and sophomores especially; geopolitics is a semester subject for eleventh and twelfth grade students. It will be of- fered both semesters. Third hour teachers are enrollment j advisers, although all other teachers will be glad to advise students in their special fields. It is hoped that there will be et.ough students interested in modern | and foreign languages to merit a class In either French or Spanish. Many o', the teachers feel that in these I times, when the world Is growing smaller so repeatedly, students should know how to attack a study of foreign languages. Those who are preparing to go to college should realize that college entrance requirements In many of our nearby institutions, include at least the grade of B in major and minor subjects. The new subject offered to the eleventh and twelfth graders next year is known as geopolotics. The age | we live in now is known as the air age; and the geography of the world is changing rapidly; the world, in a sense, is growing smaller. The text book is an up-to-date study of the relationships of geography, politics, history, and economics. Before In his tory we have known where places are «id what the people do for a living, hut we have never known or been able to give a real reason why we like one race and not another. This course PRAY COMPANY ☆ ☆ FURNITURE and UNDERTAKING PRIVATE AMBULANCE SERVICE Hours and hours of fun you’ll have in our gay play shoes that need no coupons! Foot flattering styles designed for lasting comfort and wear. FRED MURRAY CO. Jay Sandwich Shop EARL J. LAVENGOOD. PROP. JUNIOR PLAY (Continued from i’ace One) a very self conscious individual. Sanford Wells (Clifton Arehart) Is a young attorney and becomes a very good friend of Hope’s. Mrs. Forester (Joan Kerstetter) is a cranky old widow and is a very conceited indi- vidual. Miss Katherine Wesche has the re- sponsibility of directing the play and is doiug a fine job. Anybody interested in selling insur- ance must see Bob EARLY. Russell Dean Bond and and Stamp Sales Successful The bond und stamp drive, in mem- or) of Russell Deau. who was killed in action April 10. proved to be suc- cessful. The total for the weeks of April 6 and April 13 was 124.25 for senior high and $44.85 for junior high. This was greatly increased for the weeks in memory of Russell, by a total of $1.044.10 for senior high and $890.05 tor junior high, making a per cent of increase of 5263 per cent for senior high and 2000 per cent for junior high. The school was helped by two or- gi nlzations in town and private citi- zens. will aim to give information on such things. The subject Is a semester course, but it is to be offered both semesters. Young’s Jewelry Shop Watches - Diamonds - Silverware Clocks • Glassware • Dinnerware Gifts That Last Phone 637 Expert Repairing Fruits Vegetables GROCERIES BOB'S MARKET MAUSOLEUMS MARKERS MONUMENTS R. W. Carr Granite Co. 113 W. Lawrence Ave. ____Charlotte. Michigan Freshman Play Proves Talent For The Future The Ring and the I� ok was the name of the play given by the fresh- man class. April 28. under the di- rection of Mrs. Leora Weymouth. Richard Hutchison, es Tommy was the star of the play; however. David Adams, as Billy did an excellent job in the role of Tom's best pal. They Doth brought many laughs from the audience. Mabel Robins, as Marian, played the part of the typical older sister. Mrs. Tuttle, the mother, was played by Mary Jane Krusell. Honors should also go to Tom's three girl friends Doris. Harriet May- ! hew; Clair, Joyce Walker; Eleanor, Sal He Hale. Maxine Pratt did an outstanding job os the colored maid, living the char-! acter in both speech and action. If this play is typical of the talent in the freshman class, prospects are good for future dramatic work in C. H. S. FOR DEPENDABLE SERVICE CALL AT BAUM’S YOUR STANDARD DEALER Lubrication • Washing Tire Inspection • Phone 9177 CHENEY FUNERAL HOME A. C. Cheney Gordon C. Cheney Phone 331 CHARLOTTE HOME DAIRY trfrirtrttliitirirtrttirtoirtetrirtrtrCrtrtrCrk Those Tasty Frozen Malted s Printing,sc, business We can p lease you McGRATH-DeFOE CO. - Phono 26 18th Honor Banquet To Be Given May 19 The eigtheenth annual honor ban- quet will Ik� held May 19th at 6:30 at the Methodist church. Special awards will be given out at this time. Students will attend for several dif- ferent things, such as representatives o organizations, athletics, clubs, honor roll in scholarship, queens. class presi- dents. student council and various com- mittee members from the school. A school days theme Is being worked out under the direction of Mrs. Leora Weymouth. The council committee In charge Is mude up of Dorothy Furu. Joyce Denison and Anna Mae Koyston. Election of the Hl-Y officers noiult- ed as follows: president. Vernon Uresso; vice president, Joe Pray; sec- retary. Jaek Hess: treasurer. Francis Kane. These new officers will preside at the next meeting. The officers were picked because of their ability and interest in the dub. Next year the group will be limited to about thirtv. MUNGER HARDWARE CO. Hardware John Deere Farm Implements Plumbing Supplies Dupont Paint V and R Girls, come in and see our fine selection of Spring CLOTHING Asst. Mgr. Douglas Mulholland. Manager. Chas. P. Mulholland. 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