Lincoln High School - Lincolnian Yearbook (Kansas City, MO)

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C faSS ¥ Three years ago, in September, 1942, a be- wildered group of Sophomores were aimlessly walking the halls of Lincoln High. For some un- known reason, this group was destined to become the class of ’45, three years later. To add to their bewilderment, the Seniors gave them false answers to their questions as to the whereabouts of certain rooms. The Juniors took pity on them, however, and the Sophomores soon became adjusted. The first two or three weeks were spent in gain- ing the friendship and confidence of the teachers. The Seniors, veterans in the trade, gave the “Sops” lessons in “getting the teachers told off,” but, sad to say, this experiment failed miserably, so the Sophomores decided “to straighten up and fly right.” As everyone loves to do, this class, in a new environment, began to explore high school ways. The Pincipal, Mr. Cook, was on the lookout for this, and, in no uncertain terms, at the first assem- bly of the year, began to tell them all the regula- tions of the school. Their first explorations were very interesting, however, as their conduct at the socials and movies showed. They showed enthusiasm in this game called football, and a few of the adventurous boys ventured out to try their skills at it. They soon got out of their awkwardness and began to play it with mastery. Their most embarrassing and distressing ex- periences were due to the contempt which the upper classmen showed toward them. After a very mild but frightening form of hazing, they became used to it, and even went so far as to assume the authority of electing class officers. However, at the end of the year, pandemonium reigned and a catastrophe followed. Final exams! Because of these, many students had to be retarded for a year, many passed on probation, but the majority, less scatter-brained probably, sailed through witli flying colors. Came next September. The “Sops” underwent a metamorphosis and emerged, a little top heavy, as Juniors. What magic! What vistas of wide open space awaited them! Ah! but they got revenge on the Sophomores who took their places. They be- came quite, quite sophisticated and attended the Junior-Senior Reception, the Jr. College Cabaret Social, and many other social functions. About December, however, a great change was made in the administration. Our beloved Mr. Cook was retired, and Mr. Ellison, theretofore the vice- principal, stepped in his place as Principal. Mr. Bryant gave up his history classes to assume the larger task of vice-principal. But, to explorers, new paths are always opening, and one of these paths led to the chemistry labora- tory. What smells, burns and scorches! After this initiation, they emerged triumphant and began to make concoctions such as cold cream, face powder, etc. The third year, as is usually customary in most schools, they became Seniors! Dignity reigned over all. The teachers welcomed this change, and at last were able to put something into their heads. They elected class officers who were: Robert Thomas, President; Eleanor Montgomery, Vice- president; Mary Robinson, Secretary; Gwendolyn Dunlap, Treasurer; Marjorie Butner, Asst. Secy. Seniors really needed their dignity as never before, for class rings, yearbooks, fees, pictures and invitations added to their worries and frustra- tions over lessons and final examinations. These formed an orbit, which constantly whirled about their heads. Their basketball team was exceptionally bril- liant, with Joshua Grider as captain. Every game they played they won, among these the tournament, for which they leave a gleaming trophy for on- coming classes to admire. As three years finally expired, we find them with a new look of bewildered anxiety and eagerness in their sober faces. They are about to embark on their last treacherous exploration: Life, and “de- parting, leave behind them, footsteps on the sands of time.” 7

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Cddit ona Editor-in-Chief Mable Moore Literary Editor Susie Bartlett Assistant Literary Editor Maggie Bratcher Organization Editor Mary Robinson Assistant Organization Editor Gwendolyn Dunlap Art Editor Samuel Fanniel Technical Editor Walter Baskett Sports Editor (Girls)... Gladys Blackwell Assistant Sports Editor Lucille Davis Sports Editor (Boys) Vernon Ward Assistant Sports Editor Archie Counts Photographer Betty Ann Camper Typist Etta Lou Wilkinson Business Manager Jimmie Valentine Circulation Manager Etta Lou Wilkinson Auditor Jeanine McThomas Business Staff Assistant. Robert Thomas Circulation Manager. Darlene Anderson Circulation Manager Assistant Ann Thomas Contestant Manager Mary Louise Smith Staff Typist Delores Berry Assistant Staff Typist ...Marjorie Butner Advertising Manager... ..Coleridge Smith 6

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icerS Robert Thomas, Eleanor Montgomery, Marjorie Butner, Gwendolyn Dunlap, Mary Robinson In the years to come the Senior class of Nineteen Hundred Forty-five will long he remembered for its outstanding leadership in Lincoln High School. This Senior class has possessed the one linking factor that many classes before them have neglected to have: “Strong Teamwork and Cooperation.” They took their place on the throne as “Leaders” upon entering Lincoln High as Seniors in September of 1944, always ready and willing to do their part in the various school activities. As we depart from our beloved school may we leave with the oncoming classes a never-failing motto: “The Height of Success Is Worth Striving For.” Mable Moore. 8