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

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ZETALETHEAN TO spread finer knowledge and understanding of literature in its various phases and to learn more about contemporary authors, the Zetalethean Literary Society was organized several years ago. The girls at DeVi1biss have formed the Delta chapter of this literary group. A fine consti- tution has been framed, enumerating the various ideals and purposes of the club. A quota has been set, and the membership is limited to fifty girls. Any girl receiving an average grade of C or better in her studies may become a member of this organization, provided that she attends meetings regularly and shows her interest in the club and its aims. Cooperation has been stressed as an important factor in this group, and the members have willingly aided the officers and advisers. This year thefoificers were Dorothy Gobrecht, president, Dorothy Ash, vice-president, Jeannette Meyers, secretary, Lorraine Coombs, treasurerg Louise Rowan, censorg Janet McMahon, chaplain g Bettie Jayne Parker, sergeant-at-arms. With Miss Mildred Pash, Miss Faye Miller, and Mrs. Anne Sutter as the three advisers, a great deal has been done for the members in both educational and social standpoints. Many interesting social activities were planned by the Zets during this school term, and perhaps one of the most attractive of all was the Valentine's Day tea, given for the members of the Zetalethean society in all the high schools of this city. Two formal inductions were held to install the new officers and members. Both of these colorful affairs were followed by spreads in the homes of various members of the organization. The members again aided the other literary societies in planning the annual t'Lit dance, which was quite a success, as it has been for several years. Clever sweaters were purchased this spring for the club distinctions. An impressive farewell party was held for retiring officers and senior members as a climax to the year's activites. Meetings were held every two weeks, interesting programs were arranged by Dorothy Ash, and the knowledge of contemporary authors and poets was greatly increased. At one of the first meetings of the year, Miss Rose Bloom was guest speaker. Her topic was very interesting as she gave a clever book review of Green Pastures. At other meetings, the program consisted of biographies, skits, book reviews, and readings, all given by various members of the organization. Cooperation with the library and other members of the literary councils, the members helped to make Book Week a success at DeVilbiss. With the capable committees selected at the beginning of the year, the girls have earnestly worked to maintain the fine standards and ideals of the club. Perhaps one of the finest factors in the organization is the willingness to work and the fine feeling of friendship which is so predominant among the gi1'ls. Their sincere gratitudes is intended to their advisers, and they hope that next year will be ever more successful in every way. 5th Row: Betty Heffelman, Virginia Stewart, Jean Meyer. Joan Poard, VVillet Price. 4th Row: Dorothy Kitterman, Georgia Thnxton, Amy Smhlwood, Evelyn Beedee, Joan Witheral, Dorothy Boyde, Rita Talbert. 3rd Row: Alice Strand, Doris Williams, Virginia VValters, Virginia Renn, Norma Prettyman, Betty Peart, Doris Punsky, Joyce Portz. 2nd Razr: Mary Ann Bova, Itlarjorie Holmes, Eva Berstram, Miss Pasch, Mrs. Sutter, Phyllis White, Jean Smurr, Betty Lindsley, Ist Row: Helen Moskow. Lois Sibley, Louise Rowan, Bettie Jayne Parker, Dorothy Ash, Dorothy Gohrecht, Jeannetyt Meyers, Lorraine Coombs, Janet. Maeltiahon, Julia Liuller. 126

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251 PHILALETHEAN TO learn about and become familiar with the lives and works of great authors, as well as to extend our general knowledge of all types of literature has been the aim of the Philalethean Literary Society. During this term, this group has obtained a large number of cooperative members, all of whom Worked to further the progress and success of the Phils . Among the many successful social affairs have been the annual roast, a tea for the Scott Phils, an attractive spread for the new members, the annual basketball banquet, an impressive tea for the retiring members and most entertaining picnic. The group of officers this year includes Jeanne Jones, president, Regina Watt, vice-presi- dent, Betty Bullock, recording secretary, Virginia Wiggins, corresponding secretary, Virginia McCabe, treasurer, and Charlotte Homrighaus, chaplain. Two of the most interesting of the club' s projects have been a scrapbook, filled with clippings about various activities, and a Christ- mas tree, beautifully decorated. In order to belong to this organization, it is necessary to have grades in English of B and an average of C in other subjects. Under the capable guidance of the advisers, Miss Wil- loughby, Miss Ruth Smith, and Miss Hirth, the Philalethean Literary Society has completed a profitable and successful year. , ' 4th Raw: Nadine Bueche, Emily Kennedy, Florence Van Cleve, Dorothy Baertschi, Dorthea Dauel, Virginia Clauncey, Dorothy Schramm, Maxine Barnes. 1 B 81113 Rafi: Jean Mason, Sylvia McDermid, Helen Horner, Eunice Carson, Lois Kohler, Madelyn Moore. Muriel Ecker, Eileen Hager, ett ' ier 's. hand Row: Marjorie Sussman, Dorothy Mutcheler, Florence Buser, Miss Willoughby, Miss Hirth, Miss Smith, Patricia Searight, Alice S B 'I-Ilh'k.M K'Lk'. prague, etty ur rin ary .a5 ar ln A . Ist Row: Lorenze Lind, Manorie Lindecker, Charlotte Homrighaus, Virginia Wiggiris, Regina VVat-t, Jeanne Jones, Betty Bullock, Virginia McCabe, Ann Gifford, Betty Viiaggoner, Helen Michael. 5th Raw: Lois Jordan, Mary Pickard, Clarice Potter, Nancy Wiggins. Betty Provo, Barbara Brenner, Auritea Guilpin, Catherine Buehler, Jane Lee, Dorothy DeMuth, Betty Fuhrer, Zoe Sterling, Martha Heming. 4th Row: Betty Slee, Peggy Wittman, Helen Nielson, Betty Keeling, Donna Waggener, Betty Larkin, Barbara Klag, Betty Koose, Mary' Elizabeth Spencer. 3rd Row: Ruth Tahbert, Barbara Cronlwerger, Anita Mason. Betty Frisbie, Marjorie Nyquist, Jean Platt, Carolyn Niver, Lucy Ohlinger, Bonnie Bollenbacker, Margaret- Marlin, Mildred Murphy. Peggy Downing. Mary Mae Mutchler, Marjorie Beard. 2nd Row, Srftlinqr Jane Bayer, Betty Brooks, Betty Sheets, Betty Lehman, Alice Damrn, Mary Ann McCarthy, Jean Pasteur, Charlotte Morrison, Edna Buser. Ist Raw: Jeanne Vlfright, Jane Herrick, Murny Wilnow, Barbara Tiemy, Holly Evans, Margaret Mathes, Eleanor Stitzer, Mary Mac- Dermid, Marjorie Staubitz, Kay Sharpe, Patricia Smith, Katherine Anderson, Ingrad Swanson, Phylis Huntley, Catherine Clark.

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27 QUILL AND DAGGER F OUNDING the DeVilbiss Chapter of the Quill and Dagger Literary Society in 1933, the members have done a great deal for the school and for themselves through the promotion and spreading of their fine standards. This group is an organization for boys only, and there are chapters in the other high schools throughout the city. The purposes of this group are to promote brotherhood and friendship, not only among the members, but among other boys of this school and others, to strengthen and increase the appre- ciation and understanding of literature, in its many phases, and to provide valuable assistance and cooperation to all of the various school activities. This society prides itself upon the fact that it is able to offer both an educational and an entertaining program during the school year. It has undertaken many interesting and helpful activities, and has made a fine success of each one. Perhaps one of the most attractive affairs sponsored by the Q. D's. was their initiation, which was held at the Maumee River Yacht Club. A delicious banquet was held, and several interesting speeches and toasts were delivered. A large number of members, of both the old and the new group, were present at this affair. In the late fall, a roast was held at the Maumee River Sunset Park. This roast was attended by a large group of members and their guests, and was made ever more enjoyable by the additional entertainment and the fact that there was a great deal of good food for everyone. The members of the Q. D's. also assisted the three other literary societies in the school with arrangements for the annual Lit dance, which, as usual, was a great success, not only in a financial way, but also socially. Cooperating with the other literary societies as well as with the entire student body during Book Week, the Q. D's. succeeded in contributing a great many books to the school library. At both the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons, they filled and delivered large baskets to various needy families. This fine spirit of cooperation and charity in so many ways has been one of the greater factors in the success of this club. This year, the Quill and Dagger Literary Society has functioned under the able leadership of Paul Fey, president, Robert Palmer, vice-president, Jack McCauley, secretary 5 and Edward Rickles, treasurer. Mr. Spackey has acted as adviser to this organization, and his suggestions and counsel have proved to be very valuable to the members. Matt Kolb has taken charge of the publicity this year. - Meetings are held twice each month at school, and are always attended by a large group of members. A briskly conducted business session is followed by an interesting and educational program which deals in some way with literature, and is planned and presented by various boys within the club. Colorful orange sweaters were selected as the club distinctions this year. In closing, the Q. D's. wish to extend their gratitude to their adviser and their officers, who have accomplished so much for the society. :ith Ron .Uh Ron-' rlrd RfIM Edward Leganl. Guy Betts, Robert Leonard, David Wade, John Hardy, Anthony Flick. Dick Bullock, Fred Dumm, Roscoe Mulholland, Robert Litten, Jim Johnstone, Wallace Hooper, James Miller. Francis Lawrence, Burton Neimeyer, Robert Rae, Bob Schneck, Robert Frisbie, Matt Kolb. V xml Rau Bill Boddard, Ralph Stadelman, Louis Harper, Robert Heston, Mr. Spackey, Dave Perry, Edward McCullough, Jack Pond. B ls! R011 Wallace Titus, Bill Philo, Robert Palmer, Jack McCauley, Paul Fey, Edward Rickel, Jack Kelly, Reginald Barkley, Robert nuer.