Douglas Southall Freeman High School - Historian Yearbook (Richmond, VA)

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Psst. Mary, give this note to Barbara. Mrs. Higgins isn’t looking, so it’s o.k. What do you mean, your desk looks like a transfer station for the Post Office. Don’t try to tell me that you never passed a note! Hey! What did Mrs. Higgins give you on that last test? Would you believe | got a D-? That's the breaks. By the way, who are you going out with this weekend? Tell me at lunch, and maybe we'll double. Better yet, come to Westbury after school, and go home with Susan and me. We can arrange everything then. You can help me with my English homework, too. Did you know that tomorrow is Joan’s birthday? I'll bring wrapping ; paper, and you bring balloons, and we'll gift wrap her locker. Will she ever be embarrassed! Youwon’t miss that locker from miles away! Let’s not forget to arrange the party we’re throwing in class next week, either. Is Barbara’s note back already? Just toss it over. Also, can | borrow your notes from today? | didn’t get a word Mrs. Higgins said. | still can’t figure out why she gave me a D- on that : ; : ; WEG s.5 6 Table Talk. Before homeroom, seniors meetin Frozen food. Content with his own company, the library to discuss plans for Christmas Steve Ostrow eats his lunch on a brisk vacation. November day. Socializing 27

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Ill munch to that. Satisfying a growling stomach, junior Kim Robinson devours his fried chicken lunch. Team effort. Sophomores Marci Melhorn and Wendy Fain concentrate on homework during their study hall in the library. 26 Socializing

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MODERATOR: Good evening and welcome to Dialect Debates! Tonight’s topic is the merits of the two languages German and Latin. Representing the Latin side will be that distinguished warrior who put Rome on the map, Mr. Julius Caesar! CROWD: Yea Caesar! Hail the Emperor! MODERATOR: Speaking for the German view is the well-known conqueror of Austria, Poland, and Russia, Frederick the Great! CROWD: Rah Freddie! Sock it to ‘em! MODERATOR: By virtue of the Latin’s victory in the coin toss, togas were chosen as the appropriate dress. The debators will alternate their statements during the oral argument. Now, if there are no questions, we can begin. Caesar will made the opening comments. CAESAR: Having aquainted myself with the Latin program, | was at first amazed and then proud of the splendid learning possibilities contained in it. Beginning scholars learn at their own rate while utilizing the textbook Artes Latinae. Among other wonders they incounter is a study of myself. Rarely do people consider what a great author | truly am. | intend to correct this gross injustice. MODERATOR: Now your answer, Frederick. FREDERICK: | shall neither waffle nor mince words as my honorable colleague has done. The German course surpasses excellence. During one’s first three years, a - great deal of time is devoted to grammar and vocabulary in preparation for extensive reading. Few people realize the difficulty of the German language. MODERATOR: According to the , pre-arranged rules, we agreed that statements would be specific and succinct. | caution you both to stay within the twenty-second time limit. Now, Caesar, please continue. CAESAR: As the Latin student strengthens his vocabulary, he becomes aquainted with other Latin authors such as Cicero, Ovid, and Virgil. A strong emphasis is placed on grammar, mythology, and history. As an added bonus, the scholars are taken out to dinner. MODERATOR: Your response, Frederick. FREDERICK: When the advanced German students reach their fourth year, they study the novel, Minna Von Barnhelm, a fascinating story about... MODERATOR: Excuse me, Frederick, but I’m sorry to say that we are out of time. According to the judges, the winner of the debate is — no, wait a minute! It’s a draw! The judges’ decisions have tied. Many thanks to the two combatants ... er, contestants, Julius Caesar and Frederick the Great. Please gentlemen, sheathe your swords — you both won! The decision was fair and... get away from me with those weapons! Help! Call the producer, the director, anybody! Goodnight ladies and gentlemen. from Dialect De —! Miss Marlisse Bok German IV-V, German | German II, German III, German Club Mrs. Shelby Sweeney Spanish II, Spanish | Mrs. Maria Vidal Spanish V, Spanish IV, Spanish Ill, Spanish Club Mr. Ken Moore Latin I, Latin IV-V, Latin Il, Latin 1, Latin 1, Football, . Wrestling, FCA 28 Language