Jefferson Township High School - Criterion Yearbook (New Paris, OH)

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MARSHALL, CHARACTER IMPE RSONATOR On October 6th, Mr. Marshall, an impersonator was here at Jefferson Aud- itorium. He impersonated different characters, but centered them around the Shake- spearian lines, All the world's a stage ..... It was both interesting and amus- ing to hear him quote famous quotations and sayings. He then disguised himself in all sorts of wigs, ma sks, and robes, as other characters of history. POLOMENE POTTERS Mr. and Mrs. Polomene gave a most inte resting talk and exhibition of skill of the hands. This was the first assembly of this sort to have been scheduled at school. They made a large assortment of vases, bowls, and animals. They worked with a lump of clay, foot lathe, water, and their hands. They explained every process as they proceeded to make pottery. COLE MARIONETTE For a very unusual program we were entertained by the Cole Marionette. Mar- ionettes are another name for puppets and are controlled by strings. They presented King of the Golden River , a five-act play. The stage was changed between each act. Eight different actors were introduced. Everyone hopes they come back for a return performance next year. DEEP RIVER QUARTETTE PERFORMS The Deep River Quartette appeared before the grade and high school pupils Thursday morning, January 20th for a musical program. Many of the students' par- ents also were present at the assembly program. This is one of the many quota programs that were scheduled for this year. The four men sang a large variety of negro spirituals, and light popular pieces and were called back for many encore numbe rs, U The two songs that seemed to be a favorite among the listeners were Mood Indigo , and My Blue Heaven. Everyone hopes they will be scheduled for a return performance next year, DR. SLUTZ On February 3, 1949, Dr. Frank D. Slutz was at our school to answer ques- tions for us. He spoke to grades seven through twelve. At 1:30 P,M. we assembled in the school auditorium. Beforehand we had written personal questions we would like for him to answer for us. They had been taken up and presented to him. Mr. Sanders, Superintendent, read our question aloud and Dr. Slutz would answer them in his own way, Some of the questions wereg l. Dates on school nights. Z.. Homework assignments. 3. Jobs after school. 4. What is Communism? 5. Better family relationships. On the evening of February 3rd, Dr. Slutz talked to parents and older people at the P.T.A. Meeting. His talk was very interesting and it helped many people with their problems. Dr. Slutz was sponsored by the P.T.A. and the Hi-Y Club. f54

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FALL CARNIVAL As the school years roll on, so do the ca rnivals and at Jefferson the Annual Fall Carnival was held. lt was a gay festival where everyone enjoyed himself, so let's turn back sev- eral pages and ,refresh our memories. As we strolled down the halls we saw all kinds of booths. There were the Fortune Tellers , ready to give you the old line about what was going to happen to you. Then there was the cake-walk, the nail-driving contest, the penny-throwing game, the basketball' throw, the turtle race, and putting out candle flames with a squirt gun. On down the hall all kinds of guessing games were held such as, How many beans are in the jar, The Cafeteria was busy all evening serving meals and suppers and everyone was eating hot dogs. ln the gym the re was a Sweet Shoppe where we bought our homemade can- dies and candied apples besides donuts and cider. Then there was the main event, The Arnateur Show whe re school kids showed their talent. Paul Ray won first by singing, A Tree in the Meadow . Second place was won by Doris Young and third place went to Shirley Leisure. Elected Queen of the Carnival by public balloting of five-cents a ballot went to Helen Ford, a Sophomore, who has now won it two school years straight, She received ten dollars and a beautiful corsage. Runner-up went to Senior, Donna Lou Brown, who received five dollars and a beautiful corsage. Special mention went to Shirley Emmons, Delores Dine, and Connie Pickett who received corsages of chrysanthemums and yellow rose buds. There was a movie in the auditorium which everyone enjoyed immensely which ended our annual Fall Carnival. We are back where we started and we have refreshed our memories, so, let's look ahead for next year's carnival: PRINCE OF PEACE The Prince of Peace Contest was held on November 14, 1948 with two contestants. These were Robert Long, a Freshman, and June Keller, a Senior. The contest was held at the Methodist Church at 7330 P.M. It so happened that both contestants had the same topic, As the World Thinketh. June Keller won first place and received the Bronze Medal. On December 5, 1948, June went to United Brethren Church in Eaton, Ohio to compete for winner in the County. She was defeated by a girl from West Alexandria, who was Iris Moses, also a Senior. June placed secondiin the County, 53

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SAF ETXF I RST DRIVERS' EDUCATION The following are: Mr. Allen, Deborah Jurgens, Mary Banks, Louise Fussner, Doris Johnson, Jacqueline Reid, Maurice Burden, Dick Murray, Jeanne Moore. Other students are: Barbara Cail, Leland Federico, Philip Nelson, Lowell Smith. BUS PATROL ROW lLeft to Right - Robert Long, Richard Stive r, Gaynor Petry, Marion Rautsaw, Paul Iurgens, Allen Murray. ROW Z Denver Martin, Randolph Smallwood, Philip Brown, Mr. Allen, Rex Garber, David Brockman, Gordan Arnold. 55