Marshall High School - Marshallite Yearbook (Marshall, VA)

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The Diary - 1944 0958- llear Diary: Sept. 10th. -- Today we entered school as the supposed i'Dignified Seniors. We assembled in our classroom to prepare our class sched- ules for the year. Some of ns must make four, five or even six credits before we can receive that diploma in May. Sept. 16th. -- We held our first class meeting today and elected our class officers Elizabeth Henley was chosen Presidentg Patsy Thompson. Vice-Presidentg Anne Leach. Secretaryg and Frances Beach. 'l'reasurer. Sept. 19th. -- A class meeting was held today to decide upon the publication of the Marshalite. After much discussion the 1944 edition was underwritten by the class, and Francis Triplett was chosen lflflitor-in-Chief. Oct. 15th. -- We received our class rings today. There was much excitement, and everyone began digging into his pockets for the amount necessary to get them from the postoffice. All seemed Very well pleased. Dear Diary, I wonder who will be wearing them soon. Oct. 29th. -- The Seniors met today to choose their invitations. It did not take long to reach a decision. Let's hope we need them in May Nov. 25th. -- Today we left for our first holiday A Thanksgiving. Two whole days with no work is a real reason for thanksgiving. Nov. 29th. -- Back to work again. Oh. for an aspirin I Dec. 6th. -- A party was given for Archie Butler, our classmate, who is now serving in the army. We shall miss Archie, but his party WSIS fun. wasn't it, Diary Z Dec. 23rd. -- NVe left school today with ten days in which to eat, drink and be merry. l.t's Christmas.

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Prophecy fcontinuedl Francis Triplett is now actively engaged in politics. Many people are sure he will be the next governor of Virginia. He was accompanied tonight by his Wife. the former Kitty Burgess. Claudia Rupe drove up in a sleek. black convertible just as I was entering the school building. She had made the trip from Florida. by herself. She invited me down to her home, and I'm thinking seri- ously of accepting her invitation. Lena Moore revealed to me hovv busy she is with her latest office. She has just been elected president of the Orlean Old Maid's Club for a term of four years. It has made me very happy to see my old students have such a grand time tonight even though reunions do have their sad moments. NVhat's that? Ithink it is one of David's milkmen coming. so I'd better hurry to bed. NANCY THOMPSON PATSY THUMPSON at

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The Diary - 1944 icontinuedl Jan. 3rd. -- Everyone is happy to be back at school again. Much effort is being put forth o11 studyingg exams are just around the cornerf' Jan. 25th. -- Mid-term exams are overg everyone succeeded in reach- ingfthe goal but not without a lot of burning the midnight oil. Feb. Llth. -- Today a luncheon was given in honor of Buddy Yur aitis, another of our classmates. Who is serving in the Nav for za Y Uncle Sam. Feb. 17th. -- Many Seniors had dusky complexions today after the S. C. A. Minstrel last night. but it was Worth it. Feb. 22nd. -- Today we met and selected our motto. To the stars through difficultiesf' Many oi' the girls were excited over being in a real beauty contest. but Fortune favored the fair and a Junior Won. Mar. 6th. -- The Seniors met and decided to present a Senior Play. Mar. 15th. -- Today was the dead line for Marshalite copy as Well as the 1943 income tax. Life is just a lot of headaches. Apr. 14th. -- The Senior Play Saved By The Bellen was presented in the auditorium. The Seniors really made a hit. we hope. -- We attended the Junior-Senior Prom. This man short- age is getting serious indeed, don't you think so, dear Diary ? May 24th. -- Examinations began today. The Seniors made a col- lection of good luck charmsg believe me they needed them. May 30th. -- At last success ! Tonight We are presenting our class night program, and tomorrow We become alumni of Marshall High School. NVell, Diary, why am I crying? I thought commencement would be fun. ILEANA KINES