Downey High School - Volsung Yearbook (Downey, CA)

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SOPHOMORE CLASS President .......,..,,...... ..,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, R oss Woon Vire-President ........ ,............ E Lmike BALDWIN Serretary .....,........ .......... W ARREN THOMPSON Treasurer .....,,., ,,,..,,,,.. ,,,, ,,,,..,A,,,,......,.,...,....... V 1 R GIL CREES Emerging from green, gawky Freshmen into the full bloom of its dignified Sopho- mores, this class though still young in its high school career has, through its members, already shown talent in many fields. They have not had as many opportunities as the upper classmen as yet, but they have shown a splendid spirit of co-operation and an ability for leadership. The attitude of the Sophomores toward school ,activities has been one of high commendability. They have always been willing to help and have co-operated to the n'th degree, and are known as being a class you can depend uponf, The Sophomore Class has been represented in musical, dramatic, and athletic activities. Two of the leads of the operetta Crorodile Island, Pearl and McSnoozer, were played by Elizabeth Cabral and Ross Wood respectively. Many things of interest were afforded by the members along the literary line, their outstanding contribution being The Trial Scene from The Merchant of Venice, which was so ably produced on Shakespearean Night, under the direction of Nliss Muriel E. Powell. This production was one which would have done credit to actors of greater dramatic experience and was received with great enthusiasm by the public. David lVluschekian as Shylock, Joseph Kellog as Antonio, and Gloria Preston as Portia, playing the leads, gave performances of note as did the other members of the cast. In the play presented by the Commercial Department, Mary Jo Walling and Bettie Duggan, had parts and displayed further the dramatic ability of the members of this class. One of the greatest successes of the Sophomore class, was the party which, they staged on March 31, to which the faculty, chaperons, and the three upper classes were invited. Under the able direction of the class president, Ross Wood, and his various committees, the party was made one of the best yet given by any class. Joe Kellogg, as master of ceremonies, displayed a number of his agreeable talents. During the first part of the evening, the Hi-Y quartet and the Hill Billies afforded musicg while the Tumblers furnished thrills galore: games were played in addition to the program, and the remainder of the evening was spent in dancing to the music of a splendid orchestra. ln order to raise money for this party, George Berry gave his genial smile along with each confection that was sold over- the counter of the candy store. fCandy will never be so sweet 'till George conducts the store againg even the upper classmen will agree with thisj. ln the field of athletics, the Sophomores were ably represented. Christian Mustad, Herbert Frahm, Esokane Nakashima, and Joseph Kellogg, David Musche- kian, Pedro Baies, Aaron Perumean, and Gus Deliberto were members of the football team, the first two being on the varsity. ln basket-ball, Christian Mustad and Herbert Frahm, on the varsity, upheld the honor of their class. Ross Wood, Gerald Williamson, and Jack Green reaped honors for the class while on the MBV team. The Sophomores were also well represented in track and baseball. During the first semester, Jean Haygood was secretary of the Girl's League and attended the Girls' League Convention at Eagle Rocks as one of the delegatesg Catherine Corkum was secretary during the second semester. This class is already giving its all, while striving toward its cherished goal- to be honored and respected Seniors. Class Advisors-Miss Grace Rand, Mr. Perry Burbeck, Mr. Leland Williams. The gravity and stillness of your youth The 'world hath noted, and your name is great In mouths af wisest rensuref' -SHAKesPeARE. Page 18

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THE ATHLETIC PROGRAM AT DOWNEY The most acceptable bases of education are the Seven Cardinal Principles: namely-health, home life, leisure time, fundamental vocational processes, mastery of tool technique, character, and citizenship. It is of interest to note how closely Physical Education and Athletics contribute to these objectives. In our program at Downey, health determines what the student is capable of doing. No student is allowed to participate in Athletics if there is any danger of imparing his health. The regular program is such that it provides activity which will build up the student's vitality, helping him to carry through a day's work. Other than physical exercise, we provide situations that are mentally stimulating and which call for original thinking and acting from the students. Then, too, the social contacts made between the student players of Downey to each other, then be- tween Downey players and players of the other schools, are invaluable in later life. Through the activities of our athletic program we are able to reach over ninety- eight per cent of the students in school. Over seventy per cent of whom, at one time, became proficient enough in one particular sport to meet with the other schools. Fundamental processes are skills-neuro-muscular skills or the controlling of one's body, safety skills or the ability to take care of oneself whether it be on the athletic Held, in the country, or in the city. Physical Education and Athletics contribute much to home life and leisure time. Through various games that are taught at school, there are values for proper home life. The ideas or the contacts with other students when at school convey new ideas and a broader outlook, The actual participation in games fortifies the students for activity in their leisure time. IVIan's working hours are constantly being cut down, giving him more leisure time. The education for leisure time in youth will determine how he will use this extra time. This leisure time education cannot be over-emphasized. Of most importance in Physical Education is sportsmanship. Our aim, through a well directed and supervised program, is to have good sportsmanship both in and off the field. At no time is the thought oi winning through poor sportsmanship or foul play tolerated. The name and reputation of the school is more important than winning. This name, or attitude, however, does not lessen, but increases our desire to win fairly and squarely, playing our best in the game for all there is in it. In addition, our desire is to help the student improve his self-control through situations that are trying for him. In these ways we try to aid the student to be a stronger and cleaner man and citizen of his town, community, and nation in later years. We Want him to carry into after life, not only a greater physical skill and vigor, but also a more wholesome outlook on life and a fairer attitude toward his fellow man. Page 17

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F. Adragna, P. Baies, E. Baldwin, O. Smith, G. Berry, D. Bessent, L. Bova, F. Brennan E. Cabral, J. Carter, T. Chikami, R. Coon, C. Corkum, J. Corona, V. Crees, J. De Lor G. Diliberto, R. Donoho, B. Dumzgan. Jr. Emerick, H. Etherage, H. Faulke, H. Frahm. D. Galloway D. Redd, J. Green. J. Haygoodfi E. Fuess, A. Hunsaker, V. Johnson, J. Kellogg, I. Krueger W. Langan, E. Lee, A. Levy, E. Lippert, J. Marty, R. Metz, B. Miller, Loran Mott E. Moyer, D. Mushakian, G. Mustad, S. Nakashima, H. Neil, A. Pellet, A. Perumean, G. Preston G. Pruett, G. Williamson, D. Smith, P. Solomone. L. Sorenson, J. Young, M. Stewart, E. Thompson R. Woods, E. Towne, E. Traylor, M. Unemoto, C. Valdez, M. Walling, M. Wilks, D. Williamson Miss Grace Rand, Mr. R. H. Coleman 'Page 19