Jefferson Union High School - Jeffaurean Yearbook (Richmond, OH)

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I DAYT ON BOUND As the early sun slowly showed face over anew day of September 28, 1947, we can visualize each Senior regretfully climbing from his nest of warmth. And to face whst??? Ahhh, Yes!!! The day has come. As we so sorrowfully stand before the mirror and scrub and comb, we think of our good old days we spent with Jefferson--with that precious thought in mind we make our way into New Paris to meet the other unfortunate Senior victims who upon this day are being shot , U Have we forgone all these twelve years learning our Hreadinf, ritin' and rithmetic and to become Mamma's big boys and girls now to parade fearfully into our house of exe- cution? Certainly not!! We will take it as it comes. That is the exact prologue to the story of the Senior Class as they left that early September morning to have their pictures shot by Howard Knoll. The boys, being johnny-jump-Ups , were as feathered birds and practically flew, while the girls were more reluctant to have prirnping time and were caught off bound by a little road-side inn called the Flamingo , here they swapped tales over steaming drinks. By the time the girls arrived the boys had been shot , and after the girls went be- hind the firing lines they were ready to scour Dayton, the boys going one way, the girls another. Of course rumors go, the boys hit the Mayfair. fBut don't you believe itj. Noon found both boys and girls among the pastures of the Purple Cow , there's where we really showed them what fingers wer- ins- lhmvt believe that either---we 'used our forks., Again we branched through Dayton. The girls and Miss Kemp went shopping while some of the boys were fascinated by the esculators. After shopping, the girls drifted into W.l.N.G. Dayton Broadcasting Station. We were led into the office and introduced and then taken to the station where many ladies, few gentlemen were on the Sunny-Side-Up pro- gram. Lo and behold!! we were made guests and Miss Kemp spoke and announced who we were. After giving a short exhibition of our singing over the air, Miss Kemp surprised us all by telling that Donna, Edith, and Betty could sing in a trio. Three knee-knocking girls gave a version of Sentimental Reasons . Then the thing that made all Jefferson---espev ially Miss Kemp, blush, and the thing that the Seniors could probably bribe her for is now being printed for all to see. Nothing to be ashamed of, but something to sure get teased about, as she already has been, MISS KEMP GOT KlSSED?!! QOn a radio program, in pub- lic, with everyone watching--isn't that scandalous?f With a heart breaking melody, jack Wyrnan sweetly serenaded her with How Many Times , first from bended knees, then with her on his lap, next with him on hers. Quote jack Wyman, I always wanted to kiss a teacher , quote Miss Kemp, from clenched teeth, Will my students love this!! Unquote. Feeling rather baloon-headed from our experience over the air, we made our way to Keith's Theater to see Bing. Crosby starring in Welcome Stranger, The boys having drifted into groups, wandered around Dayton, some shopping for re- cords and other articles, some to a movie, and others just loafing. Most of them were home before the girls, something very irregular. ' The' girls after a delightful supper at Maude Mi1ler's pointed lights toward home base thus ending a very pleasant day. Probably the nicest execution we will ever face! Note: We were very satisfied with the results of the pictures and hope the Seniorsof '49' will have the swell time we had. Senior Class of '48' 23

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SENIOR PROJECT S Every year the Senior Class is faced with the problem of a class memorial. They must decide on something to leave the school that will be useful to the school and that they will be proud to say was their class memorial. This year the Class of 48 made a slight change in the policy of putting the memor- ial into use. Instead of waiting until the end of the year as previous classes had done,we decided to choose and install our gift early in the year so that everyone could get theben- efit of it at once. After some deliberation, we hit upon what we feel is a very useful and beneficialmem- orial. We decided on a Two-Way Public Address System . This system was purchased and installed in December with the dedication ceremonies being held on December 9th. Originally, this system served four class rooms, the auditorium, gymnasium, home economics room, and the janitors' room. Since then, two more rooms have purchased speakers, thus giving complete coverage to the upper six. The Seniors would like to thank the Sophomore and Eighth Grade rooms for their splendid co-operation in extending this service. We hope that this system will live up to our expectations and prove to be la great aid in the education of the boys and girls who will attend jefferson in the coming years. 1 T SHIRTS In order to earn a little extra money and to make everyone look sharp, the Seniors had some white tee shirts manufactured with the letters j-E-F-F-E-R-S-O-N and a large hornet in black, blowni on the shirt by a special process. ,Everybody could be seen strutting around with one on. The Seniors made a nice de- posit to their treasury and all customers were satisfied. The Seniors wish to thank everyone for the business and co-operation. SENIOR STARDUST SERENADE If you noticed old people, young people, and middle-ages people all scurrying in their best get-up to the schoolhouse October lst, you can imagine where they were going. For that night was a gala affair for both young and old as they danced to the swaying music of Bob Armstrong and his Orchestra. The dance was sponsored by the Senior Class, in the blue and white decorated gym, carrying the theme of the Senior Stardust Serenade . The east basketball goal proudly carried the letters of 48 made of white twisted crepe paper upon a dark blue background. Around the letters, sparkling, silver stars were scattered. On the opposite basketball goal, also upon a dark blue background was placed one large star, also of sparkling silver. Upon the walls were blue and white twisted paper looped in a swaying motion, fastened with large blue bows. Blue-bulbed pin-up lamps gave the room a glowing night effect, and to the beautiful arrangement of Armstrong's Orchestra playing the theme song, Stardust , the couples swayed as if being entertained in the Waldorf-Astoria Ballroom. The mellow music of Bob's Orchestra and vocalist was greatly enjoyed as he gave way with sweet notes from his sax and clarinet, and set feet stomping to his rugged jazz. Z4