DeVilbiss High School - Pot O Gold Yearbook (Toledo, OH)

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o F F I C E F O R C E 1 Miss Lanz 2 Miss Eberly 3 Mrs. Whitney 4 Mrs. Rigney A vital part of DeVilbiss High School is our office force which consists of Miss Florence Lanz, Mrs. Margaret Whitney, Mrs. Eleanor Rigney, and Miss Lorretta Eberly. The office is the center of all school activity. It is our bank, post office, business center, and here both teachers and students are always sure of being graciously and capably received. Do I have enough credits to graduate? Did anyone leave my lunch in here? How much money do we have in our class treasury? The answers to these and many other questions are obtained from these obliging young ladies in the office. They preside over this small realm with perfect composure, giving to each individual their undivided interest and attention. Not only do they answer these endless questions, but they prepare our announce- ments, help us when we are confused, and last, but not least, keep our records for us, good, bad, or indifferent and present them to us on request. We are all familiar with the fine spirit which is a symbol of their fine work and character. They know each of us individually, statistically speaking. We all owe them thanks for their help in guiding our course through our high school career. We are all grateful to them for their many services to us. We want to pass the good word along, Make friends with the office force. J e vi lb twenty-eight

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p R I N C I P A L pot o go MERRITT C. NAUTS Mr. Merritt C. Nauts, our principal, centers his efforts on what he considers his greatest privilege — working for the welfare of DeVilbiss High School. How many of us realize the magnitude of his task? We are not aware of the spirit he brings to us, nor of his desire to assist every student committed to his care to become a helpful, self-reliant person. Among the essential factors in the development of our school have been his discerning judgement, his wholesome sense of humor, and his unfailing optimism. Anticipating our needs, he grants our requests when he can, quietly and understandingly. Always working for our good, he patiently listens to our troubles and helps solve our difficulties with the calm serenity that has marked his successful career. He teaches us to meet with good will and courage the obstacles that confront us and to do our work with thoroughness and zest. Because we have known him, we will be grateful to him during the years of that experience called Life. Mr. Nauts ' ability will be responsible for the future growth of our school. We are all grateful to him for the many things he has made possible for us. His firmness, diligence, and skill as a principal have made our student days enjoyable and beneficial. We take this opportunity to thank him for his untiring efforts in our behalf. In future years, we will look back to the happy days spent in De- Vilbiss and then we will appreciate more and more those sterling qualities which have helped to mold our characters and have unconsciously worked -— within us and we will have an ever increasing desire to be like him we so admire, our principal, Merritt C. Nauts. Id twenty-seven

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F A C U L T Y When, in future years, we shall recall our activities at DeVilbiss, undoubtedly we shall remember them as they were associated with the faculty. How else can this be? Are not the men and women who comprise our faculty essential factors in our existence here? Are they not ever present at our social, literary, and sport gatherings as well as ever ready to devote their time and effort to dispense regularly and systematically such needed information as will increase our knowledge and understanding? Certainly, the teachers are well qualified to engage actively in their pro- fession. Besides fulfilling all educational requirements, the members have done extensive research in their respective fields of endeavor. Bearing testimony to this fact, is Ihe number of degrees, all secured from accredited colleges and universities, held by our faculty. To this accomplishment may be added the first hand observation acquired from travel. Needless it is to say that our teachers are well versed in the art of teaching, for did they not gain their experi- ence in other schools before coming to DeVilbiss? DeVilbiss has gathered and molded into one great united DeVilbiss Faculty, the many teachers from Libbey, Scott, Waite, Vocational, Woodward and numerous grade schools. Under the fine leadership of Mr. Merritt C. Nauts, this assemblage has moved forward. The members have boosted and supported the school in its first weak years and have helped it gain the position it now holds. Coming from other schools, they found it necessary to make adjustments to new surroundings and conditions. In addition, they were faced with the serious problem of aiding students who were still loyal to the various schools from which they were drawn to adapt themselves with the least possible difficulty. Nobly attempted, this task accomplished. Keenly alive to the need for systematic and effective participation in school affairs, this group from the first established a working organization. To Mr. Edward Feather- stone, our science teacher, goes the distinction of being the first president of the august body. This year the leadership fell to the capable, well-liked Mr. Joseph C. Collins, who was ably assisted in performing his duties by Mrs. Esther Shawen as vice-president, Miss Ellen Foote as secretary, and Mr. Ward Bricker as treasurer. Under their helpful guidance the faculty enjoyed a successful year. At the monthly meetings problems and projects pertaining to our welfare gained their attention. Acting with the aid of several efficient committees, this organization effected those activities which helped to produce a better and finer school. To educate the students in the manner in which they may best meet and solve the problems and responsibilities they will encounter in life ' s journey and to help them make and take their places among those of the finest citizens in our community are the aims of our faculty friends. To the seniors of our school the faculty wish to extend their congratulations and best wishes. They hope that the graduates will meet with those conditions that are conducive to success. Knowing the ambitions, desires, and capabilities of the students, they feel certain that DeVilbiss shall have reason to be proud of its first graduating class. Then too, the seniors know that the faculty will always be willing to give them such help and cooperation as they may require in future years. DeVilbiss faculty, the class of Nineteen Thirty-three salutes you. Your devotion to duty and faithful, willing service will be remembered long and well. pot o go Id Something attempted, something done, Has gained respect from all. twenty-nine