Harrison High School - Vista Yearbook (Harrison, OH)

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AN ASSEMBLY-AS WELL AS A MASTERPIECE Opposite: K. Rechenbach who took the part of Daniel Boone, acted as Master of Ceremonesn in the program. Here he is explaining Abc Lin- coln's family. The Freshman assembly, under the direc- tion of Miss Lusk and Mr. Cozart, was pre- sented on February 10. The purpose of this assembly was to honor Abraham Lincoln. The program covered many different phases of his life. The outstanding point about it was the unusual manner in which it was presented. As the pictures opposite show, the idea was that different scenes of his life were framed in a picture album. Opposite: N. Wolfe, B. Breeden and D. Booker portray Lineoln's father's wives. M. Hacker and Sis show how to do the Virginia Reel. M. Boggs, the cherry tree, is cut down by George Wfashington, who is played by P. Pente- cost. liar Riglll: VV. High, A. Spraul, Ii. Wolf, M. Hacker, P. Pentecost show us a graceful dance in George's day. Top Riglll: Freshman boys give out with Abraham , The boys all wore their best bib and tucker for their Allow: N. Shaver and R. Nixon pose as Abe and Anne. R. Newhouse closes the Scrapbook on Lincoln and Douglas played by Ingersoll and R. Nixon. The Girls' Athletic Association gave this assembly in remembrance of our first president, George Xvashington. A few of the scenes showing differ- ent phases in his life are shown in these pictures. such as, the Virginia Reel and chopping down the Cherry tree. PAGE FIFTY-SEVEN

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Some Taylor stu- dents journeyed to Harrison in February for Ll combined jun- ior Town Meeting of the two schools. The program which is broadcast over WSAI was in the form of a discussion on Do We, The Youth Of America, Have A Bright Future? Much time was spent in choosing the speaker, writing their speeches, and planning the program. The opening call Junior Town Meet- ing Tonight by Fred Harper started the broadcast. Harrison then welcomed Taylor with their school song. George Palmer, moderator, introduced the four speakers giving a brief description of their school activities and telling which side Qpro or conj they would represent. june Fuchs of Har- rison and Dick Farrow of Taylor presented speeches in favor of 11 bright future. They brought out the fact that there would be better educational, scientific advantages and chances for good jobs. PAGE FIFTY-Six PRO AND CON- Tom Wells of Taylor and Dick McKinnon of Harrison argued that the hydrogen and atomic bombs could mean nothing but a dark future. Also, they said the war debt WLIS VCFY gI'CLlI. After the speeches a question period was held in which the audience participate The speakers relax after the program is finished. Tom Wells stands firm in his belief that, The H-bomb stands for Hydrogen and ilzwxwkff Hell . Bob Merriman does the engineering for ,Iunior Town K Meeting.

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FACT Nilkanth Chardre presented a most interesting pro- gram on history, past and present, of India. Many in- teresting facts concerning customs of the people, as well as highlights of government and desires of the people for self rule were discussed in a pleasing man- ner. Some reactions of the foreigner to our customs were also discussed. C Wad some power the gifrie gic us To see ourselves as others see us. Top Left: M. Jackman, O. Hendrixson, L. Linker talk with Mr. Chardre about Indian customs. Top Right: H. McGuire poses in a costume worn by women of India. Bofiom Left: H. McGuire poses with Mr. Chardre in an- other costume. Boilom Righl: W. Bourquein and Leslie discussed the SPANISH CLUB ASSEMBLY A play adapted from a story by members of the class. B. Estes, R. Nixon and N. Kuhlmann are shown in this scene. mode of living and the various religions of India. After reading many Spanish stories describing the National Lotteries in Mexico and Cuba, the club members decided to entertain everyone by holding a lottery as part of their assembly program. Everyone enjoyed the event and many who won prizes were especially happy. The Manual Club presented the Christmas Assem- bly. Their idea was to show how Christmas was cele- brated in a one-room schoolhouse. Elaine Walters played the part of the schoolma'am and the students were played by all the girls in the club. PAGE FIFTY-EIGHT 2: mr' X X' mztilii'