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Through These Doors At the beginning of the 1963 school year, the seniors gradually ascended the steps of Gadsden High School. In their thoughts ap- peared many quandaries facing young people all over the world. After their re- maining year of high school, they would begin either a new life at college or at a permanent job. This last year of prepara- tion was an important time in their lives. Through these doors of Gadsden High School they walked. Carrying their hopes in their hearts and their ability in their heads, each entered this school for a single purpose—the opportunity to acquire a free education. Some took advantage of this op- portunity and some did not; nevertheless, the opportunity was there. The system of education at Gadsden High is most conducive for learning. These grad- uating students, as well as the sophomores and juniors, had the finest opportunity to prepare for their college courses or their commercial jobs. Each teacher, qualified and sincere, strived to guide these students in their respective vocations. With the many varied facilities available, students also were able to experiment with the extensive and varied equipment. The new chemistry building, music rooms, and language laboratories provided the opportunity to expand from the textbook into the actual participation of the different subjects. Through these doors have walked many senior classes—each class contributing to the honor and glory of this school. Through the years the portals have stood firm and strong. These doors of opportunity are al- ways open at Gadsden High School for those who dare to become responsible citi- zens of the world today.
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With Lttve... Mr. Davis One day in January, 1924, a small, dignified young man walked through the doors of Gadsden High School. A few months before, he had begun a teaching career at the old Disque High School; and now with the opening of the new Gadsden High School, he would start a life of loyalty, de- votion and labor. Mr. J. R. Davis is the name of this man, and to this man we humbly dedicate the 1963 CRUCIBLE. Mr. Davis was born seventy-two years ago in Calhoun County, Alabama. He had a very normal childhood with a vivid interest in sports and school. When he graduated from high school, he taught in the rural schools around Alexandria, Alabama. He attended Jacksonville College for two years and finished at Auburn in engineering. From there he went with the Westinghouse Company as an en- gineer, but teaching was in his blood. When he started teaching at G.H.S., he was hired as a coach, teacher of mathematics, and head of the manual arts department — all at one time! Later the faculty hired a fulltime coach, and Mr. Davis became a fulltime mathematics teacher. Mr. Davis is one of the most prominent members in school life. During World War II he was acting principal and now continues as assistant principal. Being interested in all sports, he is the business manager of the athletic department. He sponsors the chess club and the J. R. Davis Hi-Y, a club very appropriately named after him. Furthermore, he teaches an adult night school class and works for the city recreation department with the baseball program. He is always active in church work and is a regular member of the choir at the First Methodist Churchof Gadsden. We could go on and on using complimentary adjectives in this dedication, but words cannot ex- press the feeling of love and devotion the students have for Mr. Davis. He is the backbone and heart of this school. He, over everyone else, has watched G.H.S. grow and prosper. He has seen his students marry, have children, and continue through the doors of opportunity and wealth. Therefore, with all our respect and gratitude, we dedicate this, our yearbook to you, Mr. J. R. Davis. Through his class door, Mr. Davis is seen pointing out a complicated problem.
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