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

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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

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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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1 Earl Adams General Shop; Adviser of Aviation Club. ' deeds, not words. 2 Ellen Ashley Home Economies; Adviser of Study Club. ' beautiful behavior is the finest of fine arts. ' 3 Lulu G. Bierly Library Clerk. ' just nice, need more be said. ' 4 Forest I. Blanchard History (Head of dept.); Biblical History; Modern Civilization; American Civilization; Adviser of Library Club No. 2. a test a day keeps an V away. ' 5 Rose L. Bloom English; Journalism; Adviser of Prism Staff; Annual Staff; Chairman of Publications Board; Adviser of Sorelle Society; Debating Club. ' adviser of many activities, a true friend to all. 6 Jeannette Brand English. ' makes use of time, let not advantage slip. ' 7 Ward Bricker Commercial Law; Bookkeeping; Office Practice; Business Management; Adviser of Commercial Club. ' he juggles figures with ease. 8 Russell Brown Spanish; Adviser of Spanish Club; Torch Club. ' proficient in Spanish, and able to wield english to advantage. ' 9 Virginia R. Brown Biology. ' the world is so full of a number of things — and I must find out all aboul them • 10 Charles Chapman Science; Adviser of Stamp Club. ' deep rivers move with silent majesty. 11 Lela M. Claypool Algebra; Adviser of Thalean Mathematical Society, ' kindly in manner — a womanly woman. ' 12 Joseph C. Collins World History; Adviser of Senior Hi-Y; Mask and Mantle Dramatic Club; President of Faculty; Adviser of Senior Class. ' as senior adviser and faculty president, he is a true leader of leaders. ' 13 Clarence C. Coontz General Science; Adviser of Agricultural Club. ' brother, can you spare a diamond? ' 14 Florence A. Cooper Art; Art Appreciation; Art Adviser for Annual; Member of Publications Board; Adviser of The Art Guild; High School Art Traduis Association; Chairman Committee on Interior Decoration. ' nature I love, and next to nature, art. 15 Arthur D. Diller American Government; Dean of Boys. ' it is more noble to pardon than to punish. ' 16 Carrie E. Eger English; Oral Expression; Adviser of Play ' all the world ' s a stage, and she the director. Shop. Periclean Society. 17 Herbert M. Emery Sociology; History; American Government; Adviser of Music Club. ' hold the fort, i ' m coming. 18 S. B. Emery Latin; Adviser of Senior Fasces. ' latin I know and latin I love. ' 19 E. C. Fankhauser Shorthand; Typing; Adviser of Commercial Club. ' a man of cheerful yesterdays and confident to-morrows. ' 20 E. B. Featherstone Physics; Adviser of Advanced Science Club; President of Faculty ' 32. ' physics, jokes, ' tis all in the day ' s work. thirty