Greenville High School - Tau Yearbook (Greenville, NC)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1925 volume:

Book I . . . . The Sckool Book II ... . The Classes Book III Athletics Book IV A ctivities Book V Features THE TAU iMtB0 Hary HuQQtuB In appreciation of her true friendship, thoughtful guid- ance, whole-hearted co-opera- tion in all things, encourage- ment, and never-waning inter- est, and a desire to express our appreciation in some lasting way, we dedicate this, the eighth vol- ume of THE TAU Tau Staff Alice Folkv tditor-i n-C iicf LuiHER Moore Business Manayer Miss Daugherty Faculty Adviser Frances Norman Associate Editor Annie Shields V NDvKE Organizations Robert G. Mayo Athletics Nannie Evans Art (jontributors Lawrence Smith Collier Cobb Willie Snell Literary Mildred Mangum . . . . Calendar Louise Atkinson Snapshots Polly Fulford lakes Effie Mae Winslow Advertising Rubelle Evans Subscriptions r, THE TAU Mr. Rose ' s Message DECADE ago there were only nine pupils m the Junior Class of the (jreenville High School and none in the eleventh grade. This year the enrollment of the Junior Class is seventy-seven, while the Senior Class has enrolled fifty-eight. These figures serve to show great in- creased interest in high school training in the town. Realizing the above condition and realizing that the citizens of Greenville desire the very best for their boys and girls, the present Board of Trustees of the Greenville City Schools, citizens of vision and citizens of public spirit, have determined to give to Greenville the very best to be had within local means. Elsewhere in this volume is to be found an engrav- ing of the high school plant that is to be. This engraving is more than a dream — it is fast approaching a reality. The plans are very definite and have been adopted. When it is completed all three of the buildings will be one unit; and, in time, the com- pleted plant will be used exclusively by the high school department. The present school administration realizes very keenly that in the past it has neglected to train and develop the bodies of the pupils. I n the future this will not be so. Rather, in the new scheme of things, when the gymnasium and swimming pool are completed, there will be a very definite place in the school day for work in health and physical education. This work will be done for the purpose of showing the pupil at an early age what are the. limitations and possibilities of his hinnan machine. The completed high school plant will not be merely usable. It will be beautiful as well, beautiful in its surroundings and beautiful on the interior. The completed plant will face east towards the ravine. The bottom of the ravine will be filled a bit higher than it now is, the floor leveled, the sides terraced, shrubs planted, gravel walks laid out, and everything else done to make the place one of the most beautiful in the town. In this work the schools are being aided by the civic organizations of the town and municipal government as well. In beautifying the new plant the school will continue to depend a great deal upon the student body. The grounds of the present building reveal very clearly the pride which the Greenville High School student body takes in its school. A number of the shrubs in front of the present building were planted by members of the Class of 1925 — planted when they were freshmen. Four short years have done a lot. This class can never pass the present building without feeling a bit proud that it had something to do with the beautification of the grounds. And so in the future, as the larger plant is developed and made beautiful, the classes of the high school will be allowed this same privilege, the privilege of making some part of the plant belong to them peculiarly. And this act is symbolic of the idea which is in the minds of the School Board and Faculty, namely that the Greenville High School belongs to the boys and girls of Greenville, and as a high school will always reflect the spirit of the boys and girls who enter its portals, who laugh in its halls, who play on its playgrounds, who sing in its- auditorium, and who work in its classrooms and laboratories. Junius H. Rose, Superintendent. T r MR. VICTOR M. DAVIS Principal THE TAU To tke Members of the Class of 1925 ■rN j OU have honored, and at the same time embarrassed me, by your request -SMfr, t:hat I use a full page of your annual for a farewell address. I am honored to think that you have asked me for this article, and em- barrassed to think that as my words increase from one to the five hun- I ' ' S dred and fifty you have requested, my readers will decrease from five hundred and fifty to one by the time the bottom of this page is reached. In order to encourage you to persevere unto the end, 1 have added a joke near the bottom of the page. When I was first asked to contribute to The Tau I planned a masterly sort of farewell address which would rival the one which made Mr. Washington famous and which has so endeared him to the hearts of all high school English students. But, to my regret, I have had to spend so much time in figuring how certain Seniors could possibly graduate that I have had no time for flights of fancy. My original plans called for a medley of prophetical, sentimental, and philosophical discourse which would bring back fond memories of happy days in American history. A lack of time, however, demands that I put in a few words that which I would tell you. I have never been guilty of overpraise at any time, but I do feel that it is not amiss to express the appreciation of the entire faculty for what we consider has been a class with an unusual degree of loyalty. Your work in the Senior play and the Girls ' Club and the interest manifested in various high school activities have all served to stamp you as a class with spirit and fight. As a class you have devoted considerable time to growing along the lines in which we were so desirous for you to develop. We do not expect every boy in the class to become a statesman, nor do we expect all the girls to become Ma Fergusons. We do, however, predict that each of you will find a niche somewhere and work out a life of some value to others as well as to yourselves. When you graduate from high school, all too often the school becomes a part of a dim and rather vague p.ast. May I urge that you do not forget the school you are leaving. We would not tell you what the farmer told his son whom he found paint- ing the front door with black paint, Go, and never darken my door again. (This is the joke which was promised to those who waded through to this point.) But instead, we would ask that you renew as often as possible your high school associations. Even when you have attained dignity which clothes all college Freshmen, you should return occasionally in order that those who are still mere high school students may get some of the crumbs of wisdom which fall from the lips of wise men. And in conclusion, you will pardon me if I become personal and ask that you let me know hoAv the future serves you. It will always be a pleasure to me to know how you are and where you are and if life has been kind to you too. My permanent ad- dress is Raleigh, Tenn., and nothing would give me more pleasure than to hear from you, or, perhaps to be of some assistance to you in case I could serve you in any pos- sible way. That our paths may cross often is the sincere wish of one who has been the friend of each of you personally as well as of your class. Victor M. Davis. 13 14 THE TAU Faculty Members j Mr. Victor M. Davis, Principal !. A.B., University of Teiiiiessee ; A.M., Uni er;it_ of Chicago. I Miss Vera Ayers, English ' i A. B., North Carolina College for V ' oiTien. i Irs. C. a. Bowex, English 15. P., North Carolina College for - ' omcn. ' Mr. J. Bruce Crater, Biclcgy, Beys ' Athletic Director | ' B.S., North Carolina State College. IVIiss AiLEEN Daugherty, English Ph.B., University of Chicago. Miss Ora P ' ullen, Latin . ! A.B., Kansas Wesleyan College. ' Miss Estelle Greene, Mathematics . Schjcl Secretary East Carolina Teachers ' College. Miss Mary Huggins, (Jc luncrcial Snhjrcts [ . B. S., Bowling Green Eu;iness Univer;ity. ' , ' • Miss Evelyn Howell, Piano . ' • j Oxford College; Peace Institute; Wesleyan C )llege. j Mr. j. M. Hull, Science, (Jivics j : A.B., University of Chicago. Miss Katie King, Science, (Chemistry A. B., North Carolina College for Women. 1 Ij Miss Elizabeth Kramer, Mathe inaties :j A.B., Duke University. ' , ' Miss Mary Glenn Lloyd, French , j ' A.B., Duke I ' niversity. Miss Katiterine Millsaps, Elt iie Econtmics B. S., North Carolina College for Women. Miss Rachel Scarborough, History A.B., North Carolina College for Women. Miss Elisabeth STt)VER, Mathematics A.B., Winthrop College. Miss Eugenia Thomas, Piano Diploma in Music, Meredith College. 15 1 1,1 THE TAU Book II CLASSES ▼ ' Who climbs the Grammar Tree distinctly J noTPs Where noun and verb and participle grows. Dryden ' s Sixth Satire of Juvenal. THE TAU 19 THE TAU I? - Oenior CI ass ANNIE SHIELDS VAN DYKE Although Sis is little and seemingly wise, we know vevy well that it ' s all a disguise. Sis is another one of our very studious girls, and she rates awfully high with the faculty. However, she is anything else but serious. In fact, she is the life of the Senior Class. If Sis can go on through life with as few ene- mies as she has had in G. H. S., she will be one woman in the world without an enemy. French Club (4); Girls ' Club (3, 4); Christmas Operetta (2); Senior Play (4); Junior-Senior Banquet Committee (3); Marshal (3); Treas- urer (1); Secretary (2); President (4). Future: Going to E. C. T. C. WILLIAM STUART BOST William Stuart was nominated most popular this year, and we ' ll say — he really is. Studie is always the life of the crowd. We know by your iiopularity, Studie, that you ' ll win a high place in this old world. Class ' Vice-President (4). FRANCES NORMAN If you would mix up sweetness, curls, per- sonality, laughing brown eyes, and unselfish- ness, the result would be Frances. She holds the coveted position in the statistics as best all-round, and she rightly deserves it. She ' s the kind of girl you just have to love. Frances ' s heart is elsewhere than in her worl;, and most any old day you can hear her say, Benson ' s coming Sunday. However, she ' s a good student, and we expect her to graduate with high honors. Glee Club (2); French Club (4); Girls ' Club (4); Senior Play (4); Athletic Association (1); Assistant Editor Tau (4); Junior-Senior Ban- quet Committee (3); Class President (1); Sec- retary (4). Future: E. C. T. C. and teach school witli Polly. WILLIAM TAFT Bill is another one of our charter class members. We ' ve known him for a long, long time, and I ' ll say we r ' alize what a fine chap he is. Bill was a fine actor in the senioi- play. As one of the twins, he was great. Bill ' s second home is on .Second Street — ask Mamie Ruth. Scout (1, 2, 3): Football (4); Intercla.ss Bas- ketball (2); Senior Pla - (4): Class Treasurer (i): Junior-Senior Banquet Committee (3); Marshal (3). Future: Fniversity of North Carolina. THE TAU )einor CI ass ELIZABETH ANDREWS A ' hen anyone mentions Elizabeth, we all see in our minds a vision of curls, laughter, and friendliness. She is everybody ' s friend, cheer- ful and willing- to do her share in everything We have been told that she likes to ride over toward Farmville — his name is John. Girls ' Club (3, 4); Girl Scouts (1, 2); Glee Club (2, 4); Literary Society (3); The Obsti- nate Family (3); Yanki San (4); Charm School (4); Junior-Senior Banquet Committee Future: SaKni College (teacher). LOUISE ATKINSON In Louise we ' ve found an attracti e, likable girl. She has always been a friend to all of us and we value her friendship, too. As a member of the Tau staff, she has shown us her ability to act whenever she is called upon. Girl Scouts (1, 2); Girls ' Club (3, 4); Glee Club (4); Athletic Association (4); Charm School (4); Tau Staff (4). Future: E. C. T. C. ELIZABETH AUSTIN Modest, simple, and sweet, these aie a few of the many admirable traits with wliich Kinky is endowed. Kinky doesn ' t talk much about it, but it doesn ' t take a very close observer to see that her interest is centered around a certain young g ntleman called Bob. Modest as a blushing rose describ s Kinky, because she is modest and she does blush. Girl Scouts (1, 2, 3); Glee Club (2, 4); Girls ' Club (4); Literary Society (3); Operetta (2, 4); Junior-Senior Banquet Committee (3). Future: Going to E. C. T. C. EMILY COBB BROWN We think Emily Cobb has aspirations to be a movie actress — witness the Mary Pickford curls. When she ' s in class, she doesn ' t say much, but, outside of class, she makes up for lost time. She hides a pair of big brown eyes behind dignified glasses, but she can ' t disguise the twinkle that ' s there. Girls ' Club (4); Volley Ball (3). Future: Undecided. THE TAU S - Senior Class WILMA COX Tall, slender, graceful, a basketball fan — that ' s Wilnia. She tosses back that flapper bob of hers and goes after whatever she does with a surprising amount of pep. Incidentally, she ' s a great little hiker. Girls ' Club (4); Basketball (3, 4); Athletic Association (4). Future: College. RICHARD CRISP Yes, we have him! the delight of all our football fans. Besides showing remarkable abil- ity on the gridiron, he has distinguished him- self in the dramatic world as the most prom- inent soloist of G. H. S. Dick has only been with us for one year, but it doesn ' t take a real student long to prove his worth. Football (4); Track (4); Baseball (4); Glee Club (4); Operetta (4). Future: North Carolina State. FRANK DAIL Frank is no Hercules — but we have heard that the most valuable gifts sometimes come in the smallest packages. Frank is the only boy who has stuck to Latin for four years, and is taking Virgil. Hats off to Frank! He is quiet, but an all-round good pal. Band and Orchestra (4). Future: Carolina. LOUISE DICKINSON Louise comes to us from Wilson, and, though she has not been with us all four years, she has made many friends. She is one of those people of whom everyone says, She ' s a grand girl, and this about describes her. Etticiency is her middle name. Scouts (1, 3); Senior Club (3, 4): Ring Com- mittee; Junior-Senior Banquet Committee (3). THE TAU Senior Class ELIZABETH EDWARDS Elizabeth has been in our class for three years. She came to us in her sophomore year, and during that time she has won more than many friends. Elizabeth has always had an influence over many of her girl friends, and all of them will say nothing but the best things about her. Girls ' Club (4); Glee Club (2, 4); Athletic Association (4); Literary Society (3); Basket- l)all (4): Track (4); Christmas Operetta, Yan- ki San (4). Future: E. C. T. C. BURTON EVANS In Burton we see that the old proverb, still water runs deep, comes true. Although Dur- ton never says much, what he do?s say makes one sit up and take notice. Here ' s to you, Burton — we know you ' ll succeed! Future: Undecided. NANNIE EVANS Here ' s one of the versatile members of the class. Nannie can draw pictures as well as shoot baskets. And besides that, she ' s as sweet-tempered as the day is long. An all- round, American girl. Senior Girls ' Club (4); Girls ' Athletic Asso- ciation (4); Glee Club (1, 2); Basketball (4); Operetta (4); Art Editor Tau Staff (4). Future: E. C. T. C. RUBELLE EVANS Rubelle is small in stature, but she makes up all deficiencies in height by being one of the jolliest and most lovable members of our class. She is very attractive to the opposite sex. and especially — oh, well, everyone knows whom I, mean! Rubelle is the best kind of sport, and enters everything with a vim and enthusiasm which makes her popular with everyone who knows her. Girls ' Club (3. 4); Girl Scouts (1, 2); Senior Play (4); Tau Staff Subscription Editor (4); Junior-Senior Banquet Committee (3); Invita- tion Committee (4). Future: E. C. T. C. 4 enior CI ass R. C. FLANAGAN AVitty, cheerful, and friendly— that ' s R. C. He Is one of that kind that you can ' t keep froin liking. He is a hard worker (?) and re- sponds heartily when called upon to do any- thing. We wish there were more R. C. ' s . ' Scouts (1, 2, ,1); Marshal (4). I ' uture: College — somewhere. BROWNIE FLEMING Brownie ' s name was well chosen to suit her lovely brown eyes. She ' s the most peaceful per- son to look at you can imagine. Nothing ever fseems to bother her. Here ' s wishing you luck. Brownie. Oirls ' riuVi (4); Literary Society (.■!); Basket- liall (2. 3): Athletic Association (4). ] ' ' uture: Massey ' s Business College. ALICE FOLEY Alice is the chief factor in making the an- nual what it is. All through the four years of high school she has been an essential part of the Class of ' 25. As editor-in-chief of The Tau, she has exhibited remarkable ahiiity. It can truly be said that she is the teachers ' delight. Hats off to you. Alice! Your person- ality and perseverance will surely gain for you a high pla ce in this ole world, Just as it has in this grand ole high school. Glee Club (2. 4); Girl Scouts (1); Lowell Lit- erary Society (3); Girls ' Club (4); Yanki San , Christmas Operetta (4); Obstinate Family (3); Senior Play (4); Tau Staff (3); Echo Staff (2); Editor-in-Chief Tau (4); President Dramatic Club (3); Junior-Senior Banquet Committee (3). Future: E. C. T. C. WILLIAM FOUNTAIN Ladies and gentlemen, meet William Foun- tain. If you ' ve had the pleasure, you have known a good fellow. On top of being good- looking, he has a good disposition and a keen sense of humor. Being neither a prophet nor the daughter of a prophet, the writer is unable to predict his future, but If, in after life, he will but repeat the success he has made in G. H. S., he will climb far up the ladder of fame. Science Club (4): Boys ' Club (3); Senior Play (4); Junior-Senior Banquet Committee (3): Marshal (3): Echo Staff (2). Future: University- of North Carolina. THE TAU enior CI ass ANASTACIA FORBES Take a generous supply of good nature, much vivacity and pep, sprinkle with sarcasm, and mix well with good sportsmanship, generosity, and friendliness, and the result is Anastacia, a splendid pal in every way. We expect Anas- tacia to settle in the West. Girls ' Club (4); Basketball (2, Interclass Basketball (2). Future: E. f. T. C. 3) ; Captain OLIVIA FORBES When the little band of elite, chosen by Miss Lloyd as charter members of the French Club, met last fall. Olivia was right there. And French isn ' t the only accomplishment she has. We know, because she ' s one of the immortals who made the honor roll this year. ' Nuft said. French Club (4); Senior Science (4). Vice-President. Future: E. C. T. C. Girls ' Club (4); POLLY FULFORD Polly is anothrr member of the Class of ' -Ti at whom it is good to take a second look ' . She is renowned not only because of her fair- ness, but because she possesses so many sterling f|ualities. The most outstanding of these is her evident talent for making friends. This is due to her charming personality and unselfishness. Of the many attractive girls in the school, Polly is the most attractive. We predict for her a life in a little bungalow with lots of V. M. I. pennants hanging ' round. Girls ' Club (4); Girl Scouts (1, 2); French Club (4); Basketba ' l (1. 2); Interclass Basket- ball (2); Athletic Association (1); Senior Play (4): Joke Editor Tau Staff (4); Junior-Sen- ior Banquet Committee (3). Future: E. C. T. C. and teach school with Frances. RUTH GARDNER Behold our star basketball player! Ruth was elected best girl athlete, not without good rea- son. She is a conscientious student and shows excellent class and school spirit. She is every- body ' s friend, and is appreciated by all her classmates. Literary Socioty (31; Girls ' Club f4); Basket- ball (3. 4): Athl ' tic Association (4). Future: College. THE TAU enior CI ass WAYLAND HART Wayland Hart is a witty lad and often plays the little sunbeam in an otherwise cloudy class session. He ' s a champion sightseer, and, while in Washington, he was asked to make a speech in the President ' s room. Wayland has aspira- tions tow.ard being a great big college man, and maybe he will, some day. Scout (1, 2, 3); Literary Society (.1); Ba!id (3, 4); Marshal (3). Future: Wake Forest College. JOHN HASSELL John has been with us for four years, and in all those four sfhort years we ' ve found out what a good friend he ' s been to all of us. One thing- we like about John — he believes in a good time, and he has it. Glee Club (4): Scouts (2, 3); Football (4); Yanki San (4); Junior-Senior Banquet Com- mittee (3). Future: Davidson Colleg?. JAMES HINSON Jimmie is the boy with the contagious grin. He ' s a combination of red hair, good nature, and freckles. We doubt if he ever hurried in his life, but, once he gets under way, we ' ll count on him to win. Stage Manager Senior Play (4). Future: College. WILLIE MAE HOLTON steady, likable, and true Is Willie Mae. Be- sides all these complimentary adjectives, there are many more that we could add if we but had the space. Willie Mae is always ready with a cheery word and smile for everyone she greets. Girls ' Club (3, 4); Glee Club (3, 4); Literary Society (3); Girl Scouts (1, 2); Senior Plav (4: ; Glee Club Operetta (4). Future: E. C. T. C. THE TAU oenior CI ass SAM HOLMES Sam is one of the members of our class who is lilted by all who know him. He is not movetl by every wind that blows, but is always the same contented, good-natured boy. He has been in G. H. S. four year. ;, and during that time has made many friends. Future: Undecided. GEORGIE JOHNSON Georgie is one of our regular honor roll ' stu- dents. She works hard and obtains good re- sults. She was on the aflfirmative team in the annual debate, and did unusually well. She is a good sport, and always cheerful and friendly. Literary Society (3, 4) ; Senior Girls ' flub (4); Debate (4); Program Committee of Lit- erary Society (3, 4). Future: E. C. T. C. SELMA MADRIN Selma is, in one respect, lilce her brother, Rosebud. She enjoys a joke thoroughly, and we ' ve had many a good laugh with her. Selma is a staunch and true member of the Class of ' 25, and she has always been willing to do everything for the good of our class. Girls ' Club (3, 4); Girl Scouts (1, 2); Secre- tary Literary Society (3); Treasurer Girls ' Ath- letic Association (3, 4); Baslcetball, Hiking, Volley Ball; Junior-Senior Banquet Commit- tee (3). WILBUR MADRIN Here ' s a lad who rejoices in the name of Rosebud, without the accompanying qualities that you might expect. They do say he has a sweet disposition, though, and we ' ll give him credit for being one of the manliest products of G. H. S. Literary Society (3, 4); Scouts (1, 2, 3, 4); Science Club (4); Stage Manager .Senior Play (4). THE TAU « - enior CI ass MILDRED MANGUM Some people think Mildred is diynitied. Mil- dred may think so herself, but tJiose who know her will tell you that there can ' t be found a better sport anywhere. Every time we see Mil- dred she looks as thoujjh she might have just stepped from an exclusive New Yorlt shop. She loves musi ' , and some day we expect her to put G. H. S. on the map by her musical talent. Senior Girls ' Club (4); Calendar Editor of Tau (4); Junior-Senior Banquet Committee (3). Future: Duke and Durham Conservatory, and teach music. JOHN MASON John is a broad, fair-minded, true-hearted friend. He is one of those quiet, good-natured, pleasing persons who are always ready to an- swer the call of duty. He enters everything with the determination to come out success- fully. We have been blessed in having him for a friend and classmate. Secretary and Treasurer of French Club (1); Vice-President Literary Society (4); Scouts (2, 3, 4); Basketball (4); Track Team (2); Busi- ness Manager Senior Play (4). Future: State College. ROBERT GLENN MAYO Behold the hero of the Charm School ! We expect to see Mike leave town any day and go to New York to enter theatricals. Acting is not all Mike can do. You ought to see him on the basketball floor! He can be all over the court at the same time. And the school is wondering what they ' ll do when this star quarterback leaves. Lots of nice things could be said about Mike if space permitted, but he can ))e summed up by saying that he is an all-round good sjjoi ' t. LUTHER MOORE Wlio can describe Luther? We can truthfully say that there never was a more accommodat- ing and loyal student in old G. H. S. He showed remarkable ability as business manager of the Tau, as he does in everytTiing he un- dertakes. There is not a boy in school witli more friends. Manager Football (4); Treasurer Athletic As- sociation (3, 4): Boys ' Club (3); Assistant Man- ager Football (2, 3); Basketball (3, 4): Base- ball (3, 4): Senior Play (4); Operetta (4); Busine.ss Manager Tau (4); Echo Staff (2); Business Manager Athletic Association (3); Junior-Senior Banquet Toastmaster (3); Class President (2, 3): Chief Marshal (4). I ' uturc ' ! lUiK-e Unlversit. ' . THE TAU = !) Senior Class ELIZABETH MORTON There are lots of people who think her quiet. But those of us who know her well, we surely will deny it. That ' s Elizabeth! Quiet and reserved in appearance; to those who know her, she is as good a sport as can be found. She never fails to help a friend in need. Here ' s to you, ' Lizabeth — you ' ll surely succeed. Girl Scouts (1, 2); Glee Club (4); Literary Society (3); (?lrls ' Club (4); Operetta (4); Senior Play (4). Future: Meredith College. MARGARET MORRIS Margaret is another basketball star. This is her first year with us, but she has won many friends. She is a good student and pal. We wish she could have been here to help us enjoy all four of our delightful years of high school. Literary Society (4); Girls ' Club (4); Basket- ball (4); Girls ' Athletic Association (4); Hiking Master (4). Future: Goucher College. LILLAH GLENN NELSON Ask Lillah if she has ever been to AVinter- ville. By her winning personality, we think she has stolen some little chap ' s heart from there. Glee Club (2); Girls ' Club (4); Science Club (4): Athletic Association (4). Future: Undecided. FRANCES NORMAN (Frances is so popular that the jinx that mixes up school annuals paid her a graceful compliment by running her picture in two places.) THE TAU Denior CI ass GERTRUDE OAKLEY Gertrude has taken a large part in sehool activities as well as in her ehureli aetivities. AVhen we look into her l)ig lirown eyes we can almost read her thougiits, they are so clear. Everyone speaks of Gertrude as the girl witli a no ble character. We predict for her a future as a missionary in the foreign fields. Glee Club (2); Literary Society (3, 4); Girls ' Club (4); Track Team (2); Recitation-Decla- matiis;i . . ' ontest (2); Junior-.Senior Banquet Committee (3); Reporter of Literary Society (3). Future: E. C. T. C. SNODIE PARKERSON Snodie has an air of being perpetually sleepy, but underneath he ' s wide enough awake. We can ' t say what he does with his spare time, be- cause he disappears into the country every afternoon, but. Judging by his prowess in track, he probably can make things hum. Track (3, 4); Basketball (4). Future: Undecided. JULIAN PERKINS stop! Look! Listen! Here ' s the chief come- dian and musician of the Class of ' 25. If you ' re ' round Julian, you have to laugh. He doesn ' t even know the meaning of the word, melancholy. And play? He can simply tear a piano to pieces. Julian ' s nick name is Sugar. It doesn ' t mean brown sugar, but the very finest kind. Band (4); Football (3, 4); Basketball (3, 4); Senior Play (4). VIRGINIA PERKINS A contagious g ' ggle — immediately we know its source. Virginia thoroughly enjoys life, and h -lps those around her enjoy it Though sh giggles often, she can be seriousr and she is a good student. We cannot imagine Virginia growing up — in fact, we don ' t think she ever will. She is the youngest member of the class, and is loved by every other member. Athletic Association (1); Girls ' I ' kib (!)■ Track Meet (1): Senior Play (4); Junior-Senior Bantjuet Committee (3). Future: College. THE TA U enior CI ass MAX REVELISE Ladies and gentlemen, this way to see the aspiring young poet and orator of G. H. S. ! Max is by way ot being a literary man (see page 92), but he ' d rather malte weird combi- nations in the chemistry laboratory than eat. He has a liking for Swinburne, serenading, and Lawrence Smith, and we ' re confidently ex- pecting great things of him in the future. Science Club Critic (4); French Club (4); Lit- erary Society (4); Glee Club Operetta (4). Future: State College. NELL SAVAGE Witty! That ' s Nell. Nell wouldn ' t be Nell without her wit and loads of friends. We sometimes wonder why we weren ' t endowed with all her ability to say cute things and to make friends. Nell thinks she ' s going to be a Home Economics teacher, but it ' s quite doubt- ful, especially since a Studebaker limousine monopolizes the parking space in front of the Savage mansion. Scouts (1, 2); Athletic Association (4); Girls ' Club (4); Track Team (2); Literary Society (3); Marshal (4). Future: College. AUBREY SMITH Aubrey is one of our greatest teases. He has a personality that wins friends for him wher- ever he goe.s. We have to admit that he is inclined to be lazy, but when we think of his wit and humor, his laziness is overloolted. Really a good pal, and one whom everyone thinks lots of. Trouble-Maker (1, 2, 3, 4) Interclass Baseliall (2). Future: Undecided. Latin Club (3); WILLIE SNELL Here ' s a girl that just makes you (eel good to look at her. She ' s so awfully competent! She rates a straight 2 and can tell you any- thing you want to know, from the price of butter to the finer points of romantic poetry, and you may be sure she ' s right! We ' re strong for her. Glee Club (2. 4); Literary Society (3): Senior Gi rls ' Club (4); Girl Scouta (1); Operetta (4); Literary Editor Tau Staff (4). Future: N. C. C. W. THE TAU L enior CI ass RAYMOND WALTERS Some day we expect to hear Raymond callea Senator Walters. Raymond was in the de- bate, and he had a fine speech. He ' s also tal- ented in music; we know that by his place i,i the band as cornetist. President Literary Society (4); Band (3, -1); Debating Team (4 . Future: University of North Carolina. WILLIS WHICHARD ■ Villis seems quiet and reserved when you first meet him, but as acquaintance ripens into friendship, there is found beneath the exterior an open heart and glad spirit. When, in years to come, you pick up this annual and glance at this page, you will remember Willis as the kind of fellow who is a true friend and com- rade. Literary Society (2), Vice-President (3); Football; Basketball; Track; IWarshal (3). Future: LTndecided. LINDSAY WILKERSON Lindsay has an infinite numlier of friends — not entirely among the bojs, either. He is one of our most popular students, and if you know him, you do not wonder that he is. He is an- other tease, but that does not diminish the number of his friends. He is a good sport and student. G. H. S. Band (3, 4); Scouts (1, 2. 3); Lit- erary Socifty (3, 4); Senior Play (4); Mar- shal (3). l ' uture: Wake Forest College. FRANK WILSON Frank is famous for his laugh — if he were a girl, we ' d almost say, giggle. Aside from that, he is an artist at the ba.ss saxophone, and a iniKlity agreeable person to have around. Band (3, 4); Scouts (1, 2. 3); Marshal (3). Future: College. EFFIE MAE WINSLOW Ever since she put up her hair, Efiie Mae reminds us of a dignified young duchess — tall, stately, and good to look at. As the so -- hearted secretary of the Charm School, she l ould not be surpassed. We predict quite a ca- reer for her at Earlham. Athletic Association (4); Girl Scouts (1, 2); Basketball (3); Glee Club Operetta (4): Tau Staff Advertising Manager (4); Treasurer (3)- Marshal (3). Future: Earlham College, Richmond. Indiana. THE TAU - , !) Senior Class Propkecy OITNG lady, it has been assigned for you to write the Senior Class prophecy for 1925 for the Greenville High School. Well, I ' m going to help you. Look within this crystal, and their future will be showa to you. These were the words of Madame Ramier, of the famous Ramier Studio, in New York. The first person I saw was a little dried-up woman with glasses and little corkscrew curls. She was standing before a group of children, with a book in one hand, a rod in the other. I recognized the image of my own self. This vision was replaced by a large office, very elegantly furnished, and, seated at a desk in the center, was Alice Foley, looking as busy as ever. On the door was written, Editor of the New York Times. The picture was blotted out by a cold, half-lit room, where a man was desperately walking the floor, holding twins. It was Wayland Hart. The scene shifted, and Brownie Fleming, dressed in the costume of a nurse, was bending over the bed of a sick man. A minute later I saw the gardens of the presidentia ! mansion itself, and in the middle was seated the President ' s wife, Effie Mae Winslow, and her social secretary, Willie Mae Holton. The White House Gardens gave way to a battle field. A large army was crossing, led by their brave general, Snodie Parkerson. An aeroplane swooped down and the aviator jumped out and handed some Japanese papers to his general. The aviator was Aubrey Smith, and I knew that the war was the one between Japan and the United States. The field and army were replaced by a limousine stopping in front of a. large stone house. The footman opened the door and Elizabeth Andrews and Elizabeth Morton stepped out. They went to the door and inquired for Anastacia. I was wondering if they meant Anastacia Forbes, when I saw a large D. W. on the footmat, and I knew it was no other. Anastacia was out, and both Elizabeths left cards, which had Mrs. on them. I now found myself looking in on a Wall Street office. Two men were reading with pleased expressions; they were Luther Moore and Douglas West. The next vision carried me to China. A large group of Chinese were crowded around two girls; one was singing to them, and the other was reading from the Bible. I recognized, in the missionaries, Georgie Johnson and Gertrude Oakley. Next, I saw in the bottom of this wonderful ball, the Metropolitan Opera House, overflowing with people, who looked as if they were eagerly anticipating what they were going to hear. Sud- denly the lights went out, the curtain rose, and Dick Crisp came out, amidst a sea of applause. He was accompanied on the piano by Julian Perkins, who looked quite up-to-date in the latest styles. Richard ' s act was followed by the famous Ziegfeld Follies chorus. In the front row I recognized Lillah (ilenn Nelson, Nell Savage, Rubelle Evans, and Virginia Perkins. They tripped the light fantastic in their usual graceful manner. A banquet scene succeeded this picture. Everyone was held spellbound by the eloquence of the speaker, who swayed his hearers with him. He was none other than our loquacious classmate. Burton Evans. As this faded away, Greenville High School appeared in the crystal. I could see all the new additions that we had looked forward to when I was a senior. In the new gymnasium, R. C. Flanagan was directing a class in physical education. In the new spacious library Elizabeth Austin, the librarian, was seated at the desk, and at the other side of the room were the private lockers that had been promised to us. Whom should I see next but Mildred Mangum, directing a large class in music. I noticed that she wore two rings on her left hand. Again New York loomed before my eyes, and in the very select part of Fifth Avenue I saw a sign swinging from the second story of a large brick building. The sign read, The Famous 3+ THE TAU I? Van Dyke, Evans, and Mayo Studio. In the first room, I saw Mike Mayo teaching Frank Wilson to dance. Frank glided over the hardwood floors, looking as graceful as ever. I hardly recognized him. I ' m sure he couldn ' t have weighed over no pounds. Through the door I could see Sis V andyke making the wildest gesticulations. She was practicing for a part as Lady Macbeth. In the adjacent room, Louise Atkinson was posing for a lifesize picture before the great artist, Nannie Evans. Louise had paused for a rest, and was reading a letter. It read: I ' m so glad to hear that you and are coming West. You will just love it out here. ' This is the place where the handclasp is a little stronger. ' (Louise laughed at this; she had once been a history student of Mr. Davis.) I ' m succeeding fine as head nurse of a large hospital. The letter was signed Louise Dickinson. Three doors down from the studio, in the interior of a very exclusive hat shop, Margaret Morris was putting the finishing touches on a hat for Elizabeth Edwards, who was waiting with her husband. Margaret ' s hat shop was replaced by a large California orange grove, in the mi-dst of which a moving picture was being made. The director, Sam Holmes, was crying out of a large mega- phone. The object of his crying was the hero and heroine, William Taft and Frances Norman. Next the bottom of the crystal was transformed into the stadium of the New York Giants. The score board said, Yankees 6, Giants 5. Battery for the Yankees, William Bost (he was six feet tall) and John Hassell. Battery for the Giants, Jimmie Hinson and Raymond Walters. Umpire, Lindsay Wilkerson. The interior of the Little ( hurch Around the Corner flashed in view, where a large double wedding was going on. Wilbur Madrin had the honor of being pastor of the most famous church in the world. He was marrying Wilma Cox and Emily Cobb Brown to two handsome, blushing gentlemen. Next the crystal ball revealed to me Vassar College. Seated in the president ' s office was Willis Whichard, dictating to his capable stenographer, Willie Snell. In the infirmary William Fountain, the most famous surgeon of the day, was administering to the needs of the sick. Vassar College disappeared and I saw the great Leviathan battling with the mighty Atlantic Ocean. Among the first-class passengers was Mrs. , nee Selma Madrin, with her two lovely children. The children ' s governess, Olivia Forbes, was with her. Frank Dail walked up and spoke to her, and his uniform indicated that he was captain of the ship. John Mason was also on board, with his recent bride. This scene shifted, and I saw Franklyn Johnston. He was at the head of the largest ship manufacturing plant in the world. He looked quite important, seated behind his desk and smoking his pipe. The last picture that the crystal showed me was by no means the least. I saw Max Revelise. He was a large real estate agent in Florida. That was all. I left the room, a different person. I was thoroughly convinced that the prophecy of the crystal would come true. Probably what convinced me was the sight of myself as an old maid school teacher. ■ Polly Fulford, ' 25. 35 TA U Last Will and Testament | °E, the Class of 1925, being of reasonably sound mind, in consideration of the sleepless nights we have caused our teachers, and realizing that we are about to depart for worlds unknown, do hereby make this, our last will and testament : Article I. To the Junior Class we leave all the invisible priv- ileges of the Senior Class, hoping that they will be more successful in finding them than we have been. Article II. To the Junior Class we bequeath the studious habits of the entire Senior Class, with the request that they make brilliant records next year. Article III. Section i. To the Junior Class we leave the Library, hoping that they Will take better care of it than we have. We also leave them the hopes of getting the lockers we have looked for so long. Section 2. To the Junior Class we leave the one visible privilege of the Senior Class— namely, that of entering the front door, with our request that they strive un- tiringly to keep out all forthcoming freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. Article IV. To the faculty we leave the Senior Class of next year, with sin- cerest hopes that they will not be quite so troublesome as we. Article V. Section i. To Margaret May we leave Burton Evans ' s lady-like, quiet, and reserved manners. Section 2. To Susie Cobb we bequeath Willie Snell ' s studious habits, with the sole request that she be exempt on all exams next year. Article VI. Section i. To James Albritton we hereby leave Mike Mayo ' s athletic ability, hoping that he will be able to win over all his opponents. Section 2. To Opal Bass we leave Georgie Johnson ' s ability to debate, hoping that she will debate with such force that her opponents will be left speechless bv stao-e fright. ' Article VII. To Lawrence Smith we bequeath Nell Savage ' s sole abilitv to ' chew the rag. Article VIII. Section 1. To Albion Dunn we leave Max Revelise ' s poetic ability. Section 2. To Harry Johnson we leave Julian Perkins ' s never-failing wit, hoping that he will be able to use it advantageously. Article IX. To Fred Forbes we bequeath the vocal talent of Dick Crisp. Article X. To Bondie Dickinson we leave the dramatic talent of Sis Van Dyke. Article XI. Section i. To Louise Jones we bequeath Pollv Fulford ' s wiles over the opposite sex. Section 2. To Lucile Hearne we leave Alice Foley ' s ability to be editor-in-chief of the good book ' — namely. The Tau. Article XII. To the faculty we leave the sweetest memories of our senior year, and our heartfelt sympathy in their endurance of our dumbness. This, the first day of June, in the year of our Lord, nineteen hundred and twenty- five. Willie Snell, ' 25, Class Testator. 36 Junior CI ass Officers Lawrence Smith President Jessie Baker Secretary Elizabeth Deal J ' iee-President Jake Skinner Treasurer Members Albrmion, James GoDLEY, Clifton Moore, Davis Lee Allen, Willard Gorman, Calvin Moore, Pennie Bailey, Ellen Hardee, Doris Nelson, Eula Mae Baker, Jessie Hardee, Janie (jOi.d Ogletree, Hope Bass, Opal Harvey, Wesley Ogletree, Sara Bowen, Elbert Hearne, Lucile Overton, Florence Brown, Frank Hicks, Louise Parkerson, Johnnie Brown, William Jackson, Ruby Hazel Perkins, Harry Waite Burnetts, Troy Johnson, Harry Phelps, Louise Clarke, Blanche Jenkins, Albert Phelps, Hester Clarke, Olive Jones, Connie Porter, Frances Cobb, Collier Jones, Linwood Procter, David Corey, Verna Dare Jones, Novella QuiNERLY, Edith Coward, Leroy King, Lucy RouNTREE, Richard Davenport, Lela Lassiter, Dow Skinner, Jake Deal, Elizabeth Lewis, Ruth . . Smith, Lawrence Dresback, Joe Mallard, Clara Stancil, Offie Dunn, Kizzie Mayo, Elizabeth ' Tripp, Jack Evans, David Mayo, Mattie Vines Turnage, William Forbes, Fred McGowan, Elba Turner, Annie Forbes, Inez MoBLEY, Elbert Whichard, Kenneth 39 1 History of the Junior Class HREE years ago on a bright autumnal morning in September, an igno- rant but happy group of children were ushered into the great side door of Greenville High School with the sole hope and consolation that a green thing must grow. After being assigned to our classrooms, wc knew that school had begun in earnest, so we settled down to quietude and study. Under the cold and haughty eyes of the upperclassmen we struggled for nine long months in perfect misery ; suffered the taunts and scornful looks of the upperclassmen, and bore the blame for everything that happened. If it had not been for the guiding and helpful hands of ]VIiss Dwight and Miss Rutherford, our hopes and ambitions would have vanished, under the iron rule of the sophomores, like ships that pass in the night. And then, another morning in September dawned, and a boastful body of soph- omores came to school. It is quite generally known that the ( reek word sophor means wise. Add to this the word more, and behold! You have a word of great significance. We had come a long way in the pursuit of knowledge, or at least we thought so, though we learned soon afterwards that there was still further to go. We had decided to assume the responsibility and attitude that is always expected of a sophomore, and acted accordingly. With the generous aid of the juniors and the seniors, we were quick to learn the stupendous nature of our ignorance, so 1924 is a record of hard work. Under the helpful infl uence of Airs, liowen and Miss Harper, we were able to avoid many of the pink slips that Mr. Davis was so fond of handing out; and we ended that year in a rather creditable way, having deliberately snatched away from the haughty juniors and dignified seniors the honors for the best marching and for being the best comedy actors. The critical period — namely, the junior year — finds us still radiant with fun and frolic, but calmed to that steadiness which can be so readily relied upon. The dignified seniors never cease calling us love-sick juniors, and pointing out our faults and weak- nesses, instead of encouraging us by pointing out our virtues. But this year is to be marked by a most brilliant event — the junior-senior party. We sincerely hope that this momentous event will put us on a higher level in the eyes of the high and mighty seniors, and at least make them speak to us. Many of our former classmates who were with us at the beginning have dropped from our class roll; some have fallen victims to Cupid ' s darts, while others have found life more pleasant in the green grass by the wayside. But to those who have remained with us, this will prove a time of progress and achievements in every respect. We will be able to look back upon our junior year with pride and satisfaction afforded by a task well done. We take this grand opportunity to thank Miss King and Miss Scarborough for guiding us through this most important period. In fact, I think we might thank all the teachers who have piloted us so successfully through these three years. • Elba McGowax, ' 26. 40 Sophomore Class Officers Milton Harrington Ruby West . . . . Van Staton .... . . . riie-Presiiicnt Helen Parrish . Treasurir Mem HERS Leone Allen Herman Evans Louise Jones Helen Mae Simmons Oarland Andrews LiNwooD Evans Mary Sheppard Keel James Skinner Charles Asbelle Lou Ray Fleming Margaret May Edna Smith Sallie Maudk Atkinson Mamie Ruth Fleming Mary Ella Mason Harry Bruce Smith Herman Baker Nina Fleming CjEorge McGowan Katherine Smith Lamina Baker Robert Forbes Mabel Menefee MiTTiE Smith Leroy Baker Mary Fountain Elbert Mills Grace Snell Lena Barron Louise Gaskins Dora Moore Elizabeth Spain Christine Brady Mary Emma Gaskins Maude Moore Van Staton Verna Carson Joanna Godwin Bennett Moseley Archie Sugg Susie Cobb Katherine Gross Elizabeth Norman Edna Sumrel Johnnie Grey Currin Jake Hadley Laura Overton Florence Taft Francis Curry Milton Harrington Helen Parrish Myrtle Tripp Johnston Dees Louise Harris Mattie Parkerson Ella Tucker Aldon Denton Evelyn Hart Irma Pollard Mary Louise Turnace Albion Dunn Shaffick Hatem Pattie Powell Sam LTnderwood Lizzie Edwards Murrey House Evelyn Roberson Ruby West Annie Laurie Hyde Abigail Roberts Charle ' 3 Woodward Alline Johnson Blanche Rountree Julia Woodward Sarah Johnson Hattie Sue Scoville Albert Jones HuBER Simmons 41 Freskman Class Officers Lillian Hardee Prcsidr Glenn Robeson Viec-Prcsiden: Elizabeth Skinner Secretary Van Beach Treasurer Members Doris Allen Elizabeth Allen Louise Allen P. T. Anthony Marie Baker Van Beach Bruce Bilbro Jack Boyd, Jr. Jessie Bo i) Tessie Bo-i d Caddie Briley Eva Lee Campbell Oliver Crandall Ethel Cobb Marshall Cox- Robert Crow Rosa Dail Mary Wise Davenport Patsy Davenport Bondie Dickinson LiLLiE Mae Dixon LoNNiE Doughty Joseph Dudley Nell Dudley WiNFRED Dunn Louis Elks Amos Evans Edward Ferguson W alter Fleming Alf Forbes Harry Foxbes John Mayo Forbes Eva Lee Fornes Elizabeth Hardee Lillian Hardee Hazel Hardy Lena Hardy Raymond Hardy Nora Lee Harris Athleen Harrington Withers Harvey Marcellus Hearne William Hearne Jewel Horne Clifton James Ruby Jenkins QuEENiE Jones Virginia Dare Jones Cornelia Jordan Charles King Howard King Ethel Lanier Herman Mattocks Ruth May Cary Mayo Olen McGowan Cecil Modlin Earl Modlin Ada Orton Moore Callie Gray Moore Nettie Moore James Move Elmer Nelson JosEPTi Nobles Ronald Palmer Margaret Patrick Marvin Porter James Glenn Robeson Rebecca Scoville Elizabeth Skinner IvERSON Skinner Olive Sktttlethorpe Margaret Smith NoRiNE Spain Lela Brown Stancil Marshall Starkey (.Sertrude Staton Cleo Sumrell Medis Teel Leonard I ' eel John Timberlake Zelota Tripp Edwin Tucker Eleanor Tyson Zack VanDyke Mar-y Washington Charles Whedbee David Whichard Emmie Whichard LiNwooD Whichard Mary Iou White Anna Williams Erma Williams Pearlie Williams Susie Williams Louise Winslow William Wright Oliva Zahniser 47 THE TAU Douqias Wosl FULL BACK QUARTER BACK l ichara Crisp HALF BACK Bob Torbes HALF BACK Wcsleij Harucu To6 Ricks HALF BACK CENTER THE TAU - D Uwrcnce Swith END Ccci I Bi Ibro Genbii G llow END END Walton Rice TACKLE Aldon Denton William Tatlr END GUARD 54 1 THE TAU WWWm Turnaqe TACKLE X. ;.Ji. f■i• %.- Luther COoore n| BUS. ANGR. I- GUARD Polltj Fulford GIRLS CHEER LEADER Qus Critchcr CHEER LEADER 55 1924 Football Oeason • • Line-Up Doug West — Doug played halfback and everyone concedes that he was the star of the season. Mike Mayo, Quarteiback — Mike can really call signals. Dick Crisp, Halfback — The fastest man in the field. Bob Forbes, Halfback and End — Bob fills a double position and is equally good at either. Wesley Harvey, Halfback — Wesley is captain and a good one, too. He scored the most individual points. Tom Ricks, Center — Tom is the best line man we have. Lawrence Smith, End — As usual Smithy is on the job and able to hold his position. Gentry Galloway, Tackle — Gentry ' ll tackle anything! Walton Rice, Tackle — If you need a hefty tackle, call on Teasus. Aldon Denton, End — A promising young fellow, quick as lightning. Bill Taft, Guard — He can guard like the . Bill Turnage, Tackle — He ' s a real tackle ! Ed Laughinghouse, Guard — Ed is always on the job when a real guard is needed. Julian Perkins, Guard — Julian forgets his neatness when on the field ; he is an A No. I guard. . Record of 1924 Season , . ' During the 1924 season we lost four games and won four. The games were as follows: Vanceboro o; Greenville 13 Wilson o; Greenville 6 Washington o; Greenville 36 Tarboro 27; Greenville 7 Vanceboro 6; Greenville o Scotland Neck 19; Greenville 7 Tarboro o; Greenville 21 Goldsboro 13; Greenville 9 Total 65; Total 89 5 THE TAU BASKET BALL 57 THE TAU 1—= Basketball Season, 1925 The basketball season was a most disastrous one for th? (Irecnville lads, as we won only about 40; per cent of games played. This was due largely to the very small stature of the material available. All the larger boys were forced off, owing to de- ficiency in school work. Basketball Schedule, 1925 Greenville 27 Greenville 28 Greenville 33 Greenville 13 Greenville 40 Greenville 9 Greenville 15 Greenville 17 Greenville 16 Cjreenville 15 Greenville 10 Ayden 19 Kinston 19 Wilson II Rocky MoLuit 25 Washington 19 Kinston 20 Washington 22 Wilson 1 8 Farmville 17 Aurora 27 Ayden 17 Line-Up Billie Brown Center Fred Forbes Foruanl Jack Tripp Foncard Francis Curry Right Chuird Ai j)ON Denton Left Guard 59 THE TAU Pitt County Track Meet REENV ' ILLE High was again successful in winning the Loving Cup ai the fourth annual Pitt County Traci Meet, held at the Greenville Fair Grounds, April 6, 1925. Her score was seventy-seven points, while Grifton was a close second, with sixty-five, and Farmville third, with forty-seven. The Greenville Rotary Club will have to get busy and get another cup, as we will keep the cup after ■i S winning it three years. We must pay special honor to Charles King, of Greenville High, who won five first places and one second place, a total of twenty-eight points. The people of Greenville gave prizes to all those winning first place in any event. The ones winning first and second places are as follows, the contestants finishing in the order given : Small Boys 50-Yard Dash — Ferrall Morgan, Falkland; Charles King, Greenville. 100- Yard Dash — Charles King, G. H. S. ; Ferrall Morgan, Falkland. 220- Yard Dash — Charles King, G. H. S. ; John Norville, Falkland. 440- Yard Relay — Charles King, G. H. S. ; John Forbes, Lonnie Doughty, G. H. S. ; Woodrow Harrett, M. Joyner, Joe Barrett, H. Johnson, Farmville. 88o- ' ard Rela. — C. King, E. Thomas, J. Forbes, L. Doughty, G. H. S. ; W. Barrett, M. Joyner, Joe Barrett, H. Johnson, Farmville. Wheelbarrow Race — James Proctor, Sambo Mayo, (Srimesland; William Bullock, Clinton Bostic, Greenville. Sack Race — Dick Eagles, Fountain; Milton Hart, (irifton. Standing Broad Jump — James Cannon, Ayden ; Roscoe Fields, Farmville. Ruiming Broad Jump — Charles King, G. H. S. ; M. Joyner, Farmville. Running High Jump — Edward Thomas, G. H. S. ; Bruce McLawhorn, Winterville. Baseball Throw — John Norville, Falkland; Jim Edwards, Grimesland. Chin the Bar — Mark Tripp, Ayden; Jimmie Hardee, Simpson. Small Girls 25 Yard Dash — Cora Harris, Grifton; Priscilla Baker, Farmville. 50-Yard Dash — Emily Tyre, Farmville; J. Nelson, Cirifton. 300-Yard Relay — Priscilla Baker, Delphia Matthews, Verna Braxton, Emily Tyre, Farmville; Iris Nelson, Cora Harris, Alden Charle, Grace Jackson, Grifton. Sack Race — Lucille Yelverton, Fountain; Iris Nelson, Grifton. Potato Race — Cora Harris, Grifton; Mary Lee Elks, (rrimesland. Tall Boys 50-Yard Dash — Hugh Barewick, Avden ; Velt McLawhorn, Grifton. 100-Yard Dash— Dick Crisp, G. H. S. ; Harold Cuthrell, Bethel. 230-Yard Dash — Hugh Barewick, Ayden; Grey Smith, Grifton. 440-Yard Dash — Velt McLaw horn, Grifton ; Bob Forbes, G. H. S. j.40- ' ard Relay — Clifton Godley, Johnnie Parkerson, Walter Fleming, Richard Crisp, G. H. S. ; Cieorge Meeks, Linwood Tugwell, James Forbes, Walter Corbitt, Fountain. 880-Yard Relay — Clifton Godley, Johnnie Parkerson, Willis Whichard, Walter Fleming, G. H. S. ; Robert Cannon, Ray Smith, Arthur Phillips, Brulon Munford, Grifton. Wheelbarrow Race — Velt McLawhorn, Ray Smith, Grifton ; ()eorge Meeks, Larry Eagles, Fountain. Sack Race — Joseph Dudley, C}. H. S. ; Larry Eagles, Fountain. Standing Broad Jump — Snodie Parkerson, G. H. S. ; Velt McLawhorn, Cirifton. Running Proad Jump — Velt McLawhorn. Grifton; CJeorge Meeks, Fountain. Running High Jump — Ray King, Farmville; Carlton Jolly, Ayden. Baseball Fhrow — Ray King, Farmville; Bob Forbes, G. H. S. Chin the Bar — Robert Cameron, Cirifton ; Davis Lee Moore, G. H. S. Tall Girls zc,-YaT( Dash — Janie C}old Hardee, G. H. S. ; Irma Nichols, Arthur. 50-Yard Dash — Irma Nichols, Arthur; Mildred Jackson, Winterville. 2oo- ' ard Relay — Margaret Jackson, Mildred Jackson, Maybelle Carroll, Gladys Wright, Winterville; Elmily Windom, Maybelle Bund , Ransie Walston, Louise Roberson, Farmville. Sack Race — Jennie Wainwright, Farmville; Doris (lallowav, (irimesland. Potato Race — Doris Galloway, Grimesland; Irma Nichols, Arthur. THE TAU Basetall Season, 1925 N spite of the small stature of the material available for the team this spring, (ireeiiville made a very creditable showing. Although it was not a season marked by stellar performance on the part of individual members of the squad, the work of the team as a whole was first class. The game with Washington will live long in Greenville history, the final score of 3-4 being in our favor. This game marked the last triumphant chapter in this year ' s competition with our traditional rivals. Of the seven games scheduled, Greenville lost two, tied two and won three. The season ' s record stands as follows: . • G. H. S G. H. S G. H. S G. H. S G. H. S G. H. S G. H. S 1925 Line-Up Bob Forbes Pitcher Francis Curry Catcher Fred Forbes First Base Aldon Denton Second Base Gus Critcher Third Base Cecil Bilbro Shortstop Dick Crisp Ri ht Field Billie Brown Center Field Milton Harrington Left Field Archie Sugg Third Base 2 ; Clayton 1 1 5 ; Ayden T. W. B. S 5 o; Ayden o 8 ; Washington 2 9 ; Scotland Neck 10 3 ; Scotland Neck r 4 ; Washington 3 L 63 Girls Atkletic Association °; NDER the management of Miss Scarborough the Girls ' Athletic As- sociation was organized November 12, 1924. The purpose of this association was to get all girls interested in outdoor activities. The ac- tivities which seemed to be of the most interest to the girls were: Bas- ketball, volley ball, and hiking. In December all who were interested in basketball were called to the court. At first many went out, but the program for regular diet, sleep, and several other things caused some to drop out. Many, however, stood up for the game and when January 9 came The Famous Six, with substitutes, marched out to meet the well organized team from Washington. As this was our first game of the season and the team com- posed of new players, we were defeated by a score of 18-14. Although this game was a defeat, it gave us more courage, as the results of the season show. Standing Wilson 14 Washington 29 Robersonville . . . 25 Wilson .17 Williamston 9 Vanceboro 17 Kinston 29 Vanceboro 32 Greenville 22 Greenville 6 Greenville 15 Greenville 16 Greenville 33 Greenville 42 Greenville 27 Greenville 27 Total 190; Total 202 llippling rhymes to suit the times, Our players all embracing; Some gay, some sad, some not so bad As written by (We ? hate to admit it). First, here ' s to Sara Ogletree ; Her fame has traveled far. In every game she., keeps the name Of always being star. And then there ' s Ruth; she can ' t be beat; Her spirit ' s never tame, Her guarding ' s sure, her speed is fleet. She ' s played in many a game. Our Evelyn ' s next — fast work and play She gave, and lots of pep. The kind of girl we all acclaim, She helped us win a rep. Janie Gold ' s a quiet lass, But when the v histle blows, You see her leap, a lightning streak, She out-guards all her foes. When G. H. S. is sarely pressed We ' ll bank on Lela Brown. Give her the ball — then stand back all; She ' s known to all the town. Our Wilma tall, surpasses all At guarding wily forwards. The bleachers yell her name, and well — What need is there for more words? 66 THE TAU The Senior Girls ' Club The club was founded by the Senior girls of the 1924 class. The Senior girls, with Misses Huggins and Daugherty for sponsors, reorganized the club this year! Six Junior girls were elected by vote to become members, so that they would be able to help with the club next year. To be a member of this club is one of the rare privi- leges ot being a Senior or a lucky junior, and if you are wise and stick to your studies, when you are a Senior you will share the fun. Gertrude Oakley Virginia Perkins Nell Savage Willie Snell Annie Shields VanD-s ' ke Effie Mae Winslow Blanche Clarke Olive Clarke Lela Davenport Lucy King JElba McGowan Frances Porter Elizabe ' ih Andrews Elizabeth Austin Louise Atkinson Emily Cobb Broa ' n WiLMA Cox Louise Dickinson Lucile Duke Elizabeth Edwards Nannie Evans Rubelle Evans Brovtnie Fleming Alice Foley Members Anastacia Forbes Olivia Forbes Polly Fulford Ruth Gardner Willie Mae Holton Georgie Johnson Selma Madrin Mildred Mancum Elizabeth Morton Margaret Morris LiLLAH Glenn Nelson Frances Norman THE TAU Lowell Literary Society Miss Daugher ' iy, Faculty Adviser Officers Raymond Walters, 35 Presldnit Collier Cobb, ' 26 Vhr-Prrsident John Mason, ' 25 Vicr-Prrsident Margaret Morris, ' 25 Secretary John Mason, ' 25 Treasurer Selma Madrin, ' 25 Treasurer Harry Perkins, ' 26 Reporter Members Jack Boyd Wilbur Madrin Max Revelise Herman Baker John Mason Marshal Starkey Nell Dudley Ada Orton Moore Archie Sugg John Mayo Forbes Margaret Morris Edwin Tucker Nora Lee Harris Bennett Mosely Raymond Walters Georgie Johnson James Moye Lindsay Wilkerson Harry Johnson Gertrude Oakley Charles Whedbee Selma Madrin Harry Perkins Susie Williams Under the supervision of Miss Daugherty, the English instructor, the Lowell Literary Society held its first meeting of the year, October 23. The object of the society is to promote research, open parliament meetings and platform work in general. Any student who pledges to support the constitution and promote the welfare of the organization is qualified to become a member — the membership never exceedino- thirty. ■ A very interesting and instructive feature of the society is the debates. The follow- ing members went out for the state debating contest: Harry Perkins, Harry Johnson, Gertrude Oakley, Jack Boyd, Ada Orton Moore, Raymond Walters, Selma Madrin, Georgia Johnson, Archie Sugg and Herman Baker. Harry Perkins, Ada Orton Moore, Georgie Johnson and Raymond Walters were chosen to represent the school against Washington and New Bern. On March 6 the Literary Society had a party and each member invited a friend. The plan of the party was a circus. Everyone was entertained with side shows of jigging, singing, and comic recitations. The band was there and refreshments of peanuts and ice cream were served. Even though the history of the society is short, it is filled with living events those which have their educational as well as social value. Thus we hope that the Lowell Literary Society will continue to grow and spread its good throughout Green- ville High School. Margaret Iorris, ' 25. 71 THE TAU Le Cercle Francais Motto: Vouloir, C ' est Pouvoir Miss Lloyd, Faculty Adviser Officers Lawrence Smith, ' 26 Prrs ' ulent John Mason, ' 35 Secretary and Treasurer Frances Norman, ' 35 Program Committee Annie Shields VanDyke, ' 25 . . . Program Committee Members Elba McGowan Polly Fulford Albert Jones Elizabeth Deal Blanche Clarke Dow Lassiter Mary Ella Mason James Skinner Max Revelise Alline Johnson Milton Harrington Shafick Hatem Olivia Forbes An organization known as Le Cercle Francais was introduced into high school this year with the aim of promoting more interest in the French Department. Special emphasis is placed on conversation. The club is in reality a Senior organization, but lower classmen who attain a certain degree of scholarship are admitted at the close of each semester through bids. During the term the club met twice a month. Most of the programs were based on the life and works of famous French short-story writers, and all les affaires conducted in French. All these programs were followed by games, songs, anecdotes and conversation. 72 The S cience Club The Science Club was formed by Miss King for the benefit of those students who are especially interested in science. They hold their meetings weekly and much interest is manifested by the members. Bii.BRO, Bruce Cobb, Ethel Corey, Verna Dare Crandall, Oliver Crow, Robert Dickinson, Nellie Bond Dudley, Joseph Dudley, Nell Duke, Lucile Duke, Virginia Forbes, John Ma ' i ' o Forbes, Olivia Members Ferguson, Edward Hardee, Lillian Harris, Nora Lee Jacksom, Ruby Hazel King, Charles KiN ' G, Howard Madrin, Wilbur Mattocks, Herman May, Ruth Mayo, Carey Moore, Ada Orton Moye, James Nelson, Lillah Glenn Palmer, Ronald Patrick, Margaret ScoviLLE, Rebecca Skinner, Iverson Smith, Margaret Starkey, Marshal SuMRELL, Cleo Thomas, Edward Tucker, Edwin Whichard, Linwood Wright, William 73: vicTorniAvis Scoutmaster Tnef i Troop Two, Boy Scouts of America John Wilcox, Scout Executive, Parnptico Council Scout blasters Justice M. Hull Victor M. Davis Eagle Patrol Perkins, Harry, Patrol Leader; Robeson, (Slenn, Assistant Patrol Leader Deal, Ralph Smith, Harry Bruce Johnson, Francis Hearne, Champ Sugg, Bruce Willard, Melvin Panther Patrol Skinner, Jake, Patrol Leader; VanDyke, Zack, Assistant Patrol Leader Coppidge, George Johnson, James Wilson, James Davis, Clayton House, Murray Taft, Hoover Silver Fox BuRNETiE, Troy, Patrol Leader; Anthony, P. T., Assistant Patrol Leader Doughty, Lonnie Skinner, Iverson Underwood, Sam Thomas, Edward Edwards, Jim Boyce Harvey, Stanton Wright, William PVolves Patrol Tripp, Jack, Patrol Leader; Palmer, Ronald, Assistant Patrol Leader Harvey, Withers Hearne, William Whedbee, Charles Harris, Edward Norman, Billy Ferguson, Edward PFildcnts Patrol Brown, William, Patrol Leader; Mason, John, Assistant Patrol Leader MoYE, James Munford, Max Forbes, Charles Hadley, Jake Hatem, Shafick Beaver Patrol Sugg, Archie, Patrol Leader; Atkinson, James, Assistant Patrol Leader BosTic, Clifford Curry, Francis Hatem, Paul Brewer, James Garner, George Wilkinson, Charles Uyiassigned HoLTON, Luther Holton, William B. Hamilton, Harry Hoyt, Lee 75 76 THE TAU Glee Club Officers Elizabeth Ausitn, ' 35 Picsidrnt Lucv King, ' 26 Srcnlary and Tirasunr Effie Mae Winslow, 25 Business Mamu cr Members Elizabeth Andrews Ruth Gardner Louise Phelps Elizabeth Austin Louise Gaskins Edith Quinerlv Sallie Maude Atkinson Hazel Hardee Rebecca Scoville Marie Baker Louise Harris Elizabeth Ski nner Blanche Clarke Lucile Hearne Willie Snell Olive Clarke Willie Mae Holton Lela Brown Stancil Susie Cobb Alline Johnson Zelota Tripp Verna Dare Corey Mary Sheppard Keel Eleanor Tyson Johnnie Grey Currin Lucy King Annie Turner Elizabeth Edwards Ethel Lanier Mary Washington Mamie Ruth Fleming Pennie Moore Emmie Whichard Alice Foley Elizabeth Morton Mary Lou White Eva Fornes Eula Mae Nelson Anna Williams Florence Overton Hester Phelfs 77 Yanki San N May 23 the Glee Club, under the supervision of Miss Thomas, presented the first performance of the most elaborately staged operetta ever given in our high school. The auditorium vsas packed with an enthusiastic audience at both the Thursday and Saturday performances. The work of the cast and chorus was of an exceptionally high order. Louise Phelps in the title role, Richard Crisp as Prince Otto the (Jood, Cleo Sumerrell, who pla ed the distracted Prince Ton-Ton, and Max Revelise, as High Chancellor, filled their parts with charm and distinction. They were no less ably supported by Luther Moore and Lucy King as the father and mother of Yanki San. The Seven Roses of Old Japan and the entire chorus deserve particular commendation. Their songs and dances delighted the audience. Second only to the training and ability of the Glee Club in contributing to the success of the performance were the unusually attractive costumes, staging and lighting effects. ■ • ■ Cast of Characters Yanki San Louise Phelps San Fan (Maid to Yanki San) Florence Overton Six Other Maids — Alice Foley, Mary Washington, Mi ' itie Smith Sallie Maude Atkinson, Susie Cobb and Johnny Gray Currin Princess Toto (Mother of Yanki San) .• . . . Lucy King Prince Toto (Father of Yanki San) . . . Luther Moore High Chancellor of the Court of No Man Max Revelise Ambassadors of Mikado . Edwin Tucker, Harry Smith, Harry Waite Perkins, John Hassell Prince Oto (Son of the Mikado) Richard Crisp Prince Ton-Ton Cleo Sumrell Chorus of Japanese Maidens Elizabeth Austin, Pennie Moore, Elizabeth Edwards, Elsie Zahniser, Blanche Clarke, Olive Clarke, Edith Quinerly, Annie Turner, Mary Sheppard Keel, Lela Brown Stancil, Anna Williams, Louise Harris, Louise Gaskins, Mamie Ruth Fleming, Rebecca Scoville, Eleanor Tyson, Elizabeth Skinner, Zelota Tripp, Willie Mae Holton, Ethel Lanier, Eva Fornes, Julia Willard, Alline John- son, Marie Baker, Lucille Hearne, Eftie May Winslow, Edna Sumrell, Emmie Whichard, Willie Snell. Synopsis Yanki San is banished with her father. Prince Toto, to the Isle of No Man. She is beloved by the court, but hated by her sisters, the Seven Roses of Old Japan. The sisters bribe the Wolf Witch of the island to cast its evil spell over Yanki San. Rumors of Yanki San ' s beauty are carried by the fisher lads to the court of the Mikado, who sends ambassadors to negotiate with Prince Toto for the hand of Yanki San. The prince refuses to let them see her, and suggests that they take one of the seven. Finally, all cures being of no avail to awaken the Princess from the spell of the Wolf Witch, her father offers her hand to whomsoever will slay the Wolf Witch and break its charm. Prince Oto, the good son of the Mikado, after having slain the Wolf Witch, staggers into the Garden of Cherry Blossoms, where he finds Yanki San still in the embrace of the snow sleep. His serenade breaks the charm, and while they are plighting their troth in song, they are discovered by the court. 78 THE TAU If Members of Band E. T. Robeson, Director Julian Perkins c Melody Saxophone Franklin Johnston Cornet (jtLENn RoBhiON Cornet John Hassell ' ' Johnny Parkersox ' Comet Withers Harvey ' Cornet Herman Baker _ Cornet Howard Wilson ' Comet James Wilson Cornet Charles Woodward Cornet James Skinner Saxophone Lewis Skinner qi Saxophone Wayland Hart Saxophone Archie Sugg c Melody Saxophone Raymond Walters c Soprano Saxophone Frank Wilson j nor Saxophone Jack Tripp Trombone LiNWOOD Evans Trombone Charles Forbes Clarinet Lindsay Wilkerson _ Clarinet Troy Burnette Baritone Horn Frank Dail ji ,. ji n Harry Johnson I ' iolin J. D. Lanier . . ' . Violin Bruce Sugg Flute James Moye Drums The Cliarm Sckool — Cast Austin Bevans . . David Mackenzie George Boyd . . . . Jim Simpkins ... Tim Simpkins . . . Homer Johns . . . . Elise Benedotti . . Miss Hayes Miss Curtis Sally Boyd Muriel Mix Ethel Lillian •Madge Charlotte Dotsie Mike Mayo Lindsay Wilkerson Julian Perkins William Taft William Fountain Luther Moore Polly Fulford Elizabeth Morton Effie Mae Winslow .Annie Shields VanDyke Alice Foley Virginia Perkins Frances Norman Louise Atkinson , . . . Elizabeth Andrews ... Willie Mae Holton Rubelle Evans 80 Debate, 1925 Resolved, That North Carol ina Should Ratify the Port I eriniiial and A ater 1 ' ransportation Act. A jfir Illative Team . Negative Team C}f.orgie Johnson, ' 25 Ada Orton Moore, ' 28 Raymond Walters, ' 25 Harry V Vaite Perkins, ' 26 Greenville, affirmative, vs. New Bern, negative, at Cireenville — Decision, 2-1, for the negative. Greenville, negative, vs. Washington, aftirmative, at NA ' ashington — Decision, 2-1, for the negative. Greenville High School has reason to congratulate itself on the two splendid teams it pro- duced this year to participate in the annual state-wide contest held March 27 under the auspices of the University of North Carolina. The debaters were without previous experience, but under the excellent coaching of Mr. Davis, they showed such energy, ability and training that Greenville ' s debating standards have advanced to the first order. THE TAU Junior-Senior Banquet HAT pleasant memories! What happy reminiscences flit through the House of Memory as I pause to recall the events of the evening of the twentieth of February, nineteen hundred and twenty-five! The first thrills of excitement began when we found lying on our desks the little invitations. At last the long-looked for evening arrived ; the hour when every Senior ' s face was turned toward the Country Club. The club was artistically decorated in white and yellow. A receiving line, composed of Juniors, gave us a hearty welcome. Upon arrival of all the guests, our places at the banquet table were found by means of Dutch girl place cards, very attractive little booklets carrying out the Dutch idea, tied with a yellow rose and ribbon. All the Juniors joined in singing a very appropriate song to the Seniors, which contributed to the evening ' s fun and the ease of the Seniors. This was followed by a delicious three-course dinner, served by Sophomore girls, who had been transformed into Dutch lassies. The menu consisted of: Grapefruit Cocktail Chicken a la King StulTed Celery Creamed Peas in Timbales ; Potato Salad P arker House Rolls Marshmallow Pudding a la Stanley Vanilla Wafers Vienna Coffee The address of welcome was given by the president of the Junior Class, Harry Perkins, while the response was made by the president of the Senior Class, Annie Shields Van Dyke. After this Elizabeth Deal, Florence Overton and Frances Porter made attractive toasts to the Seniors, to which toasts the Seniors, not having had long preparation beforehand, were not able to reply. Mr. Rose made a short talk on the real meaning of the occasion. We had begun on the second course and everyone was beginning to wonder what was the matter with Mr. Davis. We thought probably he was sick when he rose and made a long list of announcements and immediately we knew he was in perfect health. The guests then began singing songs about the dilTerent teachers and pupils, such as Mr. Davis is twenty times uglier than he used to be forty years ago. Of course everyone agreed. After the delightful repast we were given a puzzle that was hard for even Law- rence Smith, but we racked our brains over it for about twenty minutes with the final result that Mrs. Hull was the winner. While these were being corrected, the Seniors were given paper squeedunks and the club was transformed into a veritable bedlam. Reluctantly we rose to sing Good-night, and amid the babbling of many tongues, each trying to express to our hosts and hostesses the pleasure we had derived from the evening together, we bade them Au Revoir. Mildred Mangum, Class of 1925. %2 THE TAU 86 88 THE TAU Scoville Cup Winners As a memorial to John Scoville, two cups, donated by the student body, are en- graved each year with names of that Junior or Senior boy and girl who lives nearest the twelve Scout laws — that standard as adopted and kept by John Scoville. To Norman Winslow and Jane Hadley was accorded in 1924, this, the highest honor in the power of their fellow students to bestow. 90 THE TAU I LITERARY! Tke Bridge of Sighs How oft hence, rugged bridge, am I to lean llpon thy mossy stones to contemplate The gravel at my feet, and watch the change That comes to pass beneath my fixed gaze. The little stones are blurred into a cloud Of gold and rose, while in tlie midst of it . ' - Appears a scene forever dear to me: It is an April evening; all is still. . ' ■ The setting sun ' s last rays slant through the green Of new-leaved trees. A happy mocking-bird Concludes his song and seeks his place of rest. And through the living green and golden light, I see a bridge — yes, thou, old bridge, ' tis thou ! I ' pon thee leans a girl whose soft brown eyes Defy description ; only can I say That those of the gazelle are far surpassed By these that haunt me, these I can ' t forget, Whose wistful gaze confronts me in the sky, The trees, the rivers, all of nature ' s works. She turns to one beside her — it is I ! With accents sweet and low, she breaks the silence. Those words! How oft the sighing of the pines, When some cool zephyr steals across the wood, Brings back to me in overwhelming waves The memory of those tender velvet lips As they let fall those words! The gravel is but gravel at mv feet. I clutch in vain for some last fleeting trace Of that dear picture, and the grinding noise Of worldly things recalls me to my grief. Beloved bridge, must it be ever thus? Will it return, this dream, whenever I Come near this spot she has made dear to me. And vanish again, but leaving unto me The gloomy depths of bitter solitude. To grieve for that which might have been, but now Can never be? Lawrence S.mith, ' 26. 91 THE TAU Mv Fancies Month of May, Perfect day, With the lady of my fancies ; Far from life, Far from strife. All men know that true romance is Only found When the ground Opens to the call of fairies; Of the spring Everything Budding, bursting, blooming. May is Come once more. As before, Bringing mem ' ries of the lady Of my dreams. And it seems Thoughts of her, like wine, are heady. Kiss my love In a grove Where song-birds are busy nesting. Rarest wine ! And it ' s mine — Can my lady be suggesting That I could. If I would. Drink again, that she is willing? Who ' d resist Such a gift From a donor, fair and thrilling? In the stress, I confess, Hers is pleasant necromancy. Soon she ' ll go — This I know — • For my lady ' s just a fancy. Max Revelise, ' 25. 93 TA V Our chief editor reminds me i hat my job is to make you roar Stacy: •TH marry y„„ on one condition. schir i, foi ' ' — i HiKh Frances: Beg pardon, but what is this you have written on my paper? Miss Daugherty: I told you to n rite more sij;i,?P= ' ' ■•Where vas the armistice Studie: In the lower right-hand corner inf rfrag:;;- ' --em- Miss Daugherty: Well. Doug; What is my grade? OVER THE SEATS AND FAR AWAY tod ay? ' - ' P ' -°blem in math Mattie Vines: No rec aniw ' r ' ' e cor- Mattie Vines: About five seats. 94 So laugh and show your prudence, 1 hough youve heard these jokes before. i ' «m eS ' ,l ;;f ' i ' ' inl vou are „i|| i„ j. ' f ' aP Vou Seniors can ' t complain that vour nir ev ' Y ou hrt T « th ' cSdeS ' ' ° ' ' tory about Edna Raid: - No, what is it? Susie: It isn ' t refined. ' m T ,?, ' ' ■ . ■ ' _, M. L -Oh, Harve,,-,l,i, is ,„ THE TAU Lives of Seniors all reiiiiiul us, We can make our lives sublime, And by always acting wise Fool the teachers all the time. - • Miss Huggins: I suppose you wish that every year had 365 days of rest. y. J. Jenkins: I don ' t. I ' d have to work everv fourth year. Miss Kramer (to naughty Freshman): You are not fit for decent company. Corn upstairs with me. - - -JC- Mike: There is another one of those un- just things (seeing two girls kissing each other) . Doug: What ' s that? Mike: Ciirls doing boys ' vork. Louise A.: Gee! I felt awful bad this morning. Selma: Must have been Bacon ' s rebel- lion. Mr. Davis (discussing the acquisition of Mexico in history) : What was President Tyler ' s greatest desire, or, in other words, what was closest his heart? James Albritton: ' Tlis ribs. Lindsay: When I marry I am going to marry a girl who can take a joke. Wavland: Don ' t worry, that ' s the only kind you ' ll get. Miss Scarborough: Now, Aldon, what is a niche in a church ? Aldon: Why, it ' s just the same as an itch anywhere else, onlv vou can ' t scratch it as well. Any of Us Next Year (writing home) : How do you spell financially? Our Roommate: F-TN-A-N-C-I-A-LT.-Y, and there are two R ' s in embarrassed. Mr. Crater: Class, if this experiment fails, the laboratory and all of us would be blown to the sky. Step closer, class, so that you may follow me. Mr. Crater: Cleo, define a spine. Cleo: The spine is a bunch of bones that run up and down the back and holds the ribs. The skull sits on one end and I sit on the other. IIarve ' s Father: You brovight home ex- cellent reports at the beginning of the term, but lately they seem to be unsatisfactory. What appears to be the trouble? Harvey: Well, pop, it ain ' t my fault. It ' s the teacher ' s. She moved the boy that sat next to me. - ■ - Barber: How shall I cut it, Mr. Ciallo- way ? Gentry: Well, you take the scissors in the right hand and the hair in the left, move the scissors over to the hair, then squeeze the scissors. 95 THE TAU Olivia: Do you know why we call our language the mother tongue? Margaret: I ' ll bite. Olivia: Because father never gets a chance to use it. There are some Seniors who think they ' re a whole gvmnasium because they ' re dumb- bells. Cleo Sumrell thinks he ' s a bedroom suite because he ' s a swell dresser. Miss King (in chemistry) : What are the three kinds of flowers? Susie: Wild, tame and er — er — Cauli. Miss Stover: How much does a six-pound shell weigh? David Evans: I don ' t know. Miss Stover: Well, what time does the twelve o ' clock train leave. David: Twelve o ' clock. Miss Stover: Well, what does the sis- pound shell weigh? David: Twelve pounds. Miss Daugherty: Anastacia, please wake William Stuart. Anastacia: Do it yourself. You ' re the one who put him to sleep. STUDENTS DEMAND A HOSPITAL BE- CAUSE Doug West stretched his mind. Luther Moore struck by an idea. Serious condition. Nell Savage, speeding, dislocated her tongue. Aldon Denton ' s sight impaired by a brilliant thought. Georgie Johnson, suffering from exposure, lost in one of her own arguments. Frances Norman cut by a short reply. Mr. Hull overcome by his own importance. Mr. Davis: Name the presidents of the United States. John Mason: Sorry, Mr. Davis, their parents beat me to it. Willis: I ' ve flunked that test flat. Julian: Thought you said it was easy. Willis: It was, but I had vaseline on my hair and my mind slipped. - - Doctor (in physical exam) : I see your heart ' s at normal. Mike: No, siree, my heart ' s at E. C. T. C. ' Shall I brain him? cried the Senior. And the victim ' s courage fled. ' You can ' t. It ' s just a Freshman, Just hit him on the head. 96 t THE TAU THE CAVALIERS A Ford creeps slowly down the street And stops before a gate. With muffled voice and frightened glance Its occupants debate. Go to the door — I ' ll watch the car! Says one. The other cries, And face it all alone? You boob! I ' ll tell the world you ' re wise! All right! Let ' s go. You ask her, though! No! Flip a win and see — Heads you do the dirty work And tails it falls to me! The tinkle of a coin — a groan — Two forms creep up the walk — A doorbell rings, a light appears — • A whisper — Now, then — talk! The door swings wide, a girl stands there, Outlined against the light. The judgment of a win has placed One in an awful plight! He hangs his head and stammers, as She greets him with a smile, W-w-w-won ' t you take a ride with us For just a little while? Two hours pass; the ride is o ' er; Their heads are still in a whirl; They shake and sigh, That ' s that! It sure Is hard to be scared of a girl! Lawrence Smith, ' 26. Nell: Claude is not a bit polite. Gentry: Why so? Nell: Every time I tried to say a word to him at the football game, he would shout, ' Hold that line. ' Tom Ricks (in a football game) : Who kicked me? Referee: It ' s all right. It was a foul. A foul ? cried Tom. Doggone, I thought it was a mule. One of our terrible-tempered students, in a fit of anger, broke the back of Caesar, tore the appendix out of Cicero, and pulled the Tale of Two Cities. Mrs. Bowen : What are you late Ici ? Stick (sleepily) : Er — class, I suppose. ' ' The hardest words to a joke editor ' s soul Are those few words, Oh, gosh! that ' s old. 1 I thought you had that quiz down cold. And thus replied our hero: Well, didn ' t I have it cold enough? The m ark I got was zero. Tom: A kiss is the language of lovers. Mildred: Well, why don ' t you say some- thing? Calendar for 1924-25 SEPTEMBER Tuesday, 8 — School opens with full attend- ance ! Wednesday, 9 — First appearance of new teach- ers. It would not do to say too much about them. Thursday, 10 — Dignified Seniors at once take advantage of the front door privilege. Friday, 11 — We notice Mr. Davis still wears his favorite hair cut. Monday, 14 — Football team starts practice un- der new coach, Mr. Crater. Friday, 18 — Polly Fulford and Gus Critcher elected as cheer leaders. Thursday, 24 — Those horrible things! Trstsf OCTOBER Thursday, 9 — Men ' s Federation in charge of chapel exercises. Tuesday, 14 — Glee Club organized, listen! Wednesday, 15 — Kinky Austin puts on glasses to add to her Senior dignity. Friday, 17 — Holiday for the Pitt County Fair. Hooray I Wednesday, 22 — Mr. Smith, of Memorial Baptist, gives an interesting talk in chapel. Tuesday, — Lowell Literary Society is or- ganized. Wednesday, 31 — Miss Stover says, Turn over on page 60 and go through proposition 20. NOVEMBER Mondav, 10 — First meeting of Senior Girls ' Club at Rotary Building most enjoyable event; ask Frances Norman, as she showed a decided taste for Nabiscos during the evening. Tuesday, 11 — School celebrates Armistice Day with a holiday. Wednesday, 12 — Mr. Davis gives the most cruel of drop quizzes. Friday, 14 — Dr. Highsmith, of Raleigh, gives a talk in chapel on Playing the Game. Friday, 14 — Sad defeat at Goldsboro. Tuesday, 18 — CJreenville victorious over Tar- boro. Wednesday, 19 — Beginning of high school topics. Thursday, 20 — The Seniors plan to turn out the best annual in the history. Friday, 21 — We are sorry to learn that Mr. Rose has been ill at home. DECEMBER Monday, i — Trinity Cilee Club gives a con- cert under the auspices of the Senior Class for the annual. A most enjoyable event. Tuesday, 2 — G. H. S. girls eyes are wide open. Why? Trinity boys are here. Thursday, 4 — A Senior abuses the English language by the use of the superlative de- gree as the most craziest thing. Wednesdav, 10 — Mr. Hull comes to school with his hair not combed. Wednesday, 17 — Superlative for the annual elected ; some of our number were very flattered. Friday, 19 — Tulius gives a displav of his teeth at the presentation of a Christmas turkey. JANUARY Monday, 5 — School opens for the final home run. A few new pupils enrolled. 98 THE TAU Thursday, 8 — Our appetites are kept on edge by the constant ringing of the dinner bell to change classes. Tuesday, 13 — University Glee Club gives en- tertainment in chapel. Wednesday, 14 — Greenville ' s Fast Five plays Kinston, defeating them, 28 to 19. Friday, 16 — Mr. Wilcox, Scout executive, de- livers an interesting talk in chapel on the subject of Student Government. Saturday, 17 — Greenville won over the Wil- sonites by a decisive score. On for the scalps of Rocky Mount and Washington this week ! Let ' s go, boys ! Monday, 19 — Once more we call your atten- tion to the fact that exams loom in the near future. Be p repared to meet ' em. Wednesday, 21 — To lighten up the weather and to brighten up the day, Lindsay Wilk- erson dons a red tie and a brown suit. Friday, 23 — Greenville wins two games in one evening. G. H. S. vs. Washington, our rivals, also G. H. S. vs. Wilson girls. FEBRUARY Monday, 9 — Exams are on! What thrills we feel! What will the report be? Tuesday, 17 — Those horrible things are over. Only three more months and they will be with us again. So prepare from this time thence to meet them fair and square. Thursday, 19 — A confusion of bells. Mr. Crater walks in library at noon hour thinking it is fifth period and proceeds to call for order. Friday, 20 — The Juniors entertain the Sen- iors with a banquet at the Country Club. Friday, 21 — As a token of appreciation for the evening ' s pleasure, we allowed them for one day only the Senior privilege of walk- ing in the front door. Tuesday, 24 — Miss Daugherty ' s voice is of such soothing tones that it acted as a sleeping potion for Mike on English class. Friday, 27 — The Senior play, under the guid- ance of Misses Kramer and Stover, is be- ing rehearsed nightly. MARCH Monday, 2 — Mr. Lewis, of North Carolina State Board of Health, gave an interest- ing talk on the importance of milk in the vicinity. Fn ' day, 6 — Mr. Rose tells us in chapel about his trip to Cincinnati and the Northeast- ern Association. Monday, 9 — The Junior Girls ' basketball team plays a picket team from the faculty. Wednesday, 11 — Naughty March wind blows. Friday, 20 — Mr. Rose announces in chapel that after June the first we will have three months ' holiday. Monday, 30 — The Charm School, it was charming, too, with such stars as we have in our Senior Class. Some of the Seniors went to Washington. APRIL Monday, 6 — Holiday for track day. Hooray! Wednesday, 8 — Misses Stover and Kramer are presented boxes of candy for their work on the Senior play. Mr. Davis and Miss Huggins inform us that they are going to coach it next year. So prepare to buy the candy, ye Seniors-to-be. Friday, 10 — First baseball game of the season with Ayden. Monday, 13 — Another holiday — Easter Mon- day — another hooray ! Monday, 20 — Senior girls entertain Rotarians with a banquet. Wednesday, 22 — Music memory contest. MAY Friday, i — Just one more month of anxiety in jail. Friday, 8 — Music recital. Wednesday, 13 — Votes taken for winners of John Scoville Memorial Cups. Friday, 15 — Seniors are on the job at the wheel, for the last call is approaching. Friday, 16 — Seniors count hours and minutes until graduation. Monday, 18-25 — Exams, ' tis now the final touchdown. Sunday, 24 — Baccalaureate sermon. JUNE Mondav, i — Commencement. Graduation. Hooray! Good-bye, G. H. S.! 99 THE TAU I This space IS contributed to the Annual through the courtesy of the following doctors of Greenville: DR. JOSEPH DIXON DR. C. J. ELLEN DR. E. C. GRADY DR. B. M. JOHNSON DR. CHAS. O ' H. LAUGHINGHOUSE DR. MOLTON MASSEY DR. K. B. PACE DR. L. C. SKINNER DR. JOSEPH SMITH DR. W. I. WOOTEN We, the members of the TaU staff of 1925, wish to thank the following who had fore- sight enough to realize that the school children of today are citizens of tomorrow, and advertised in our annual: Greenville High School The Doctors Siddell Studio Smith Electric Co. J. E. Winslov J. J. Perkins Greenville Banking Trust Co. National Bank Renfrew Printing Co. Blount-Harvey Co. W. A. Bowen Willard Phelps John Flanagan Buggy Co. Young ' s Stores Hart Hadly Greenville Supply Co. C. Heber Forbes Kiwanis Club Chapman Burnette Horne-Staton Drug Co. Powell ' s Pressing Club Taft and Van D k; Greenville Market Co. Greenville Laundry Greenville Floral Co. Greenville Shu-Fixery White ' s Theater Nu-Grape Quinn -Miller Co. B. S. Warren Curtis Perkins L. O. Gross Griffin Sho; Co, Coca-Cola Co. Pitt Shoe Co. Wilson, Berryman Kennedy Frank Wilson Hudson Electric Serv ' ce and Supolv Co. Benson Printing Co. Wilkerson Undertaking Co. McKay Washington Lowe ' s Millinery Rouse Printery Whichard s Grocery Store Lautares Batchelor Bros. Forbes and Baker GREENVILLE PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL OFFERS COURSES IN English History Matke matics Pliysics, Biology, French, Latin Commercial Studies Domestic Science General Science IT HAS ACTIVE STUDENTS AT WORK IN DEBATING LITERARY, DRAMATICS AND MUSICAL PROGRAMS Students from Rural Districts Having No High School Are Urged to At- tend the Greenville High School 1=1 FOR PARTICULARS WRITE THE PRINCIPAL GREENVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA THE BEST PHOTOGRAPHER IN NORTH CAROLINA SIDDELL RALEIGH OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER FOR TAU 1925 J. E. WINSLOW HORSES AND MULES WASHINGTON. NORTH CAROLINA GREENVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA Georgia: What is the difference between Iwo ears? ' Gertrude; One block. ' THE STATEMENT OF CONDITION The Greenville Banking Irust Lio. GREENVILLE, N. C. AT CLOSE OF BUSINESS APRIL 6, 1925 RESOURCES Loans and Discounts $ 941,533.42 Stocks and Bonds 91,501.20 Liberty Bonds 287,600.00 Banking House 37,277.21 Furniture and Fixtures... 11,473.96 Other Real Estate 16.654.24 Cash and Due from Banks. 312,100.30 Total $1,698,140.33 OFFICERS LIABILITIES Capital Stock $ 100 Surplus and Undivided Profits 66 Bills Sold with Our En- dorsement 25, Deposits : General 1,219, Liberty Bonds 287, Total 000.00 .198.35 000.00 341.98 600.00 $1,698,140.33 E. G. Flanagan President E. B. HiGGS ... Vice-President W. E. Proctor Vice-President W. H. WooLWARD Vice-President, Cashier J. H. Waldrop Assistant Cashier A. J. MoORE Assistant Cashier M. L. CoWELL Assistant Cashier RENFREW PRINTING CO. Commercial Printers Charge No More Do It Better Typewriters, Stationery and School Supplies TELEPHONE 61 GREENVILLE, N. C. W. A. BOWEN ' S STORE Greenville Authority on Ladies Wear Ladies ' Tailor-Made Suits a Specialty All the Newest Styles in Dress Goods, Silks, Embroideries, Laces and Dress Trimmings. My Shoe stock is complete in every line. For Men, Ladies, and Children. I want your patronage. You will profit by trad- ing with W. A. Bowen. TELEPHONE 330 GREENVILLE, N. C. Mr. Davis: I am surprised that you cannot prove that proposition. When George Washington was your age he was a surveyor. Albion Dunn: Yes, and when he was your age he was President of the United States. BUY A FORD CAR and Bank ihe Difference For Business or Pleasure the Ford Is the Automobile to Buy John Flanagan Buggy Co. TELEPHONE 47 C. Heber Forbes Ladies Ready-to-Wear And Milli nery Of the Better Kind THE TAU HART HADLEY Everything in Hardware, Paints, Oils Sporting Goods and Fishing Outfits TELEPHONE 32 GREENVILLE, N. C. Twenty-five Years in Business Honest Goods, Honest Prices THE BEST YEAR IN THE HISTORY OF Dodge Brothers Motor Co. Watch Dodge Cars Co B ) Chapman Burnette Incorporated SOUTH EVANS ST. GREENVILLE, N. C. Sis: Did you ever read ' To a Skylark? ' Virginia: No. How do you get them to listen to you? ' 1 THE TAU FOR QUALITY POWELL ' S CLEANING AND DYEING Greenville. N. C. We handle everything that can be cleaned or dyed. Prices lowest consistent with first-class work. Telephone 27 GREENVILLE FLORAL COMPANY Say It With Flowers WEDDING BOUQUETS CORSAGES FUNERAL DESIGNS Member of B. C. Floral Association PHONE 443-W QUINN-MILLER CO. The Live Furniture Dealers We Specialize in Furnishing the Home for Newly-Weds GRIFFIN SHOE STORE Home of Good Shoes and Hosiery E. W. Griffin, Prop. Greenville Market Company Wholesale and Retail FRESH MEATS, FISH AND OYSTERS We Appreciate Your Patronage Wkite ' s Theater FOR First-Class Amusement H. H. JACKSON Curtis Perkins CLOTHIER, HATTER FURNISHER GREENVILLE, N. C. Dress Well and Succeed PITT SHOE COMPANY M e Keep Your Feet HappVi ' GREENVILLE, N. C. Richard: I got 50 per cent on my intelligence test. Luther: Yep, that makes you a half-wit, doesn ' t it? ' TA U FRANK WILSON ' ' The King Clothier HIGH-GRADE CLOTHING FOR MEN AND YOUNG MEN Full Line of Furnishings for Men and Boys. Come to See Us S. G. WILKERSON UNDERTAKING CO. Funeral Directors and Embalmers Pianos and Player-Pianos Victrolas and Records GREENVILLE, N. C. Office: Phone 12 Phone 488-L STOP AND SHOP AT WHICHARD ' S Good Things for Hungry People 78— PHONE— 78 To Please You Pleases Us PHONE 173 FOR ELECTRIC SERVICE Smitk Electric Company GREENVILLE, N. C. Electric Service and Supply Co. Anything Electrical Phone 605 Dickerson Ave. we appreciate your business JUST PRETTY HATS LOWES Exclusive Millinery Be Sure Your Graduation Suit Comes From BATCHELOR BROS. And You Will Be Sure of an En- vied Place in Your Class Best Suits at Least Prices J. J. PERKINS Lumber, Hardware Building Material GREENVILLE. N. C. Everything From Foundation to Roof Miss Stover: Have you ever had trigonometry? Emily Cobb: No, ma ' am, I ' ve been vaccinated. THE TAU 1 The National Bank of Greenville, N. C. CAPITAL, $1,000,000.00 Resources Over One jyiilhon Dollars THE BIG BANK ON FIVE POINTS Accumulation Is the Fundamental Foundation for Financial Success ACCOUNTS INVITED OFFICERS James I. Little, President F. J. Forbes, Cashier F. G. James, Vice-President Chas. James, Assistant Cashier If We Have Your Business We Appreciate It BUT IF WE DO NOT HAVE IT WE WANT IT Service, Courtesy, Q.uahty Merchandise BLOUNT-HARVEY COMPANY Catherine Smith: You looked so absent-minded when 1 spoke to you this morning. ' Jack Boyd: I was probably all wrapped up in thought. Catherine Smith: It ' s a wonder you didn ' t take a cold. Fi me rroceries The character of our groceries, well-known brands of dependable eatables, has attracted to this store the trade of Greenville ' s most par- ticular housewives. We want you to know that we can serve you as well with the best brands of gro- ceries and want you to Just call Phone 23 or 93 for Quality, Serv- ice and Prompt Delivery to any part of the city. Your Crocei ' ]) Friends Willard Phelps GREENVILLE SUPPLY COMPANY INCORPORATED Wholesale Grocers GREENVILLE, N. C. THE TAU YOUNGS CHAIN OF STORES Our Buying Power Makes Quality Higher And Price More Moderate KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL (Greenville Club) WE BUILD Economically, Physically Socially, Spiritually GREENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL The Men and Women of Tomorrow Lindsay: Will you go to the show with me tonight? Elizabeth: I can ' t. It ' s Lent. Lindsay: Well, when they bring it back will you go? ' THE TAU HORNE STATON DRUG CO. Dependable Druggists PHONE 186 COME TO SEE US GREENVILLE LAUNDRY We Wash Everything But Your Bab les TELEPHONE 10 DRINK NU GRAPE The Second Largest Selling 5 c Drink in the World L. 0. GROSS PIANO TUNING AND REPAIRING GREENVILLE, N. C. PHONE 363-J Taft VanDyke Dealer in Dependable Furniture and Home Furnishings The Young Bride ' s and Groom ' s Friend We Sell for Cash or Credit EVERYTHING FOR THE HOME Ljreenv ille Sk u-Fixery All Work Guaranteed and Fixed at the Lowest Price Possible Service Is Our Motto R. O. POWER B. S. WARREN DRUGGIST The Old Reliable Drug Slore Everything That a Drug Store Should Stock WE HAVE IT DRINK COCA-COLA IN STERILIZED BOTTLES ORDER FROM Coca-Cola Botthng Works Greenville, N. C. Mr. Hull: Do you keep dog collars here? Absent-minded Clerk: Yes, sir, what size do you wear? ' THE TAU WILSON, BERRYMAN KENNEDY ARCHITECTS CHAS. C. WILSON, F. A. I. A. GEO. R. BERRYMAN, A. I. A. J. ROBIE KENNEDY, A. I. A. RALEIGH, N. C. COLUMBIA, S. C. JOHN W. HUDSON, JR. GENERAL CONTRACTOR TARBORO, N. C. Skill, Integrity and Responsibility Sweet Thing: Oh, look! Why have they put Wesley out of the game? Fred: For holding. Sweet Thing: Isn ' t that just like Wesley? mm THIS BOOK PRINTED BY BENSON LARGEST COLLEGE ANNUAL PUBLISHERS IN THE WORLD HIGHEST QUALITY WORKMANSHIP SUPERIOR EXTENSIVE SERVICE f COLLEGE ANNUAL HEADQUARTERS McKay Washington 6f Co. THE LADIES ' STORE The Home of Ladies ' Apparel Our $18.50 Collection of Dresses Are Beautiful The Greatest Values in Greenville Many Pleasing Things Shown in Coats COME TO SEE US It Will Be a Pleasure to Show You Lautare s Candy Palace The Most Clean and Up-to-Date Place in Town Try Our Ice Cream Soda, 10c Lautare s Candy Palace PHONE 317 THE TAU THE ROUSE PRINTERY Quality Printing Prompt Service Office Supplies, Stationery Off With the Old On With the New GOODYEAR SHOE REPAIRING CO. I. W. Maultsby, Manager Next to White ' s Theater Greenville, N. C. Buying Hard ware Cheap Any time you buy your Hardware from us you save money because you get what you want and just as represented. FORBES BAKER GREENVILLE, N. C. THE END