McClenaghan High School - Florentine Yearbook (Florence, SC)

Text from Pages 1 - 192 of the 1923 volume:

inoj Five To Miss Lucy Wingard Fur her untiring efforts and deep interest in all high school activities, we dedicate this volume of the Florentine. Six K. C| |!|t|N THK °',m °K ScHO‘«- (;om'Msmovkrs. :,tv s, '• A. CO 11KN W. W. MICKS ('.luiirnmn II. K. DAVIS .1. C. MrCLEN c;HAN Flokknck IIm.h School ft Edwin C. Wade Superintendent Florence Schools Nine Board of Editors Florence Taylor.......................................... Editor-in-Chief Virginia Ariail........................................Associate Editor Edna Mae Langston...................................Associate Editor Lettie Roy Green...........................Associate Editor William Newbury.........................Associate Editor Ida Johnson................................Associate Editor Elizabeth Strickland................................Associate Editor Francis Cronenburg.....................................Associate Editor Virginia Hutchinson.............................................Art Editor Fred Brooks.....................................Associate Art Editor Thelma Bowling...............................Associate Art Editor V ihna Williams........................Associate Art Editor Walker Spinks.....................Associate Art Editor Richard Edgerton..................................Fun Editor Kenneth Thrash......................................Fun Editor Elizabeth Maxwell...........................................Club Editor Haynsworth Jones...............................................Club Editor Harvey Capps............................................Athletic Editor Jacquelyn Douglas..............................Athletic Editor James Atkinson...............................Athletic Editor Yancey King..........................Business Manager alter Gregg.......Assistant Business Manager Badger Baker . . . Assistant Business Manager Ten •:iou r.| .40 ni «� «| Eleven MABEL IRENE BYRD. B. A.. Ph. B. Greenville Woman s College Dennison I niversity English SELENA GALBRAITH St. Mary’s School University of Virginia Latin GEORGE BRIGGS. B. A. 1 niversity of South Carolina Principal ETTA BYRD KLETTNER. I.. I. Greenville Woman's College Columbia University George Peabody College for leachers Domestic Art PA I LINE LEVIN, 15. A. Winthrop College Mathematics SARAH MARCl.'S. 15. A.. M. A. Winthrop College Science lil TH ROLLINGS. 15. A.. Winthrop College History M. A. LI ( IF, DANIEL WINGARD. B. A. Converse College English MARIE GREGORY. B. A. Winthrop College Algebra LIDA SCARBOROU GH. B. A. Greenville Woman's College Latin ami Science KATHLEEN HOLMES. B. A. Randolph-Macon Woman’s College French and Spanish MRS. D. H. McEACHERN. B. A. Randolph-Macon Woman's College English and History Fourteen HENRIETTA HAVEN EL. B. S. Winthrop College Home Economics ROBERT E. ALLISON. B. A. University of South Carolina Syracuse University English L D. HOUCK Millersville Teachers Training School Manual Training J. 0. TYNER . tss't. Manual Training ID A l E HALDEA! AN. B. I E. Southwest Teachers College Chicago Art Institute Chicago University Art MRS. LLIE ANDERSON Emerson College of Oratory Expression NORMA HOWLE WYSOSG Virgil Piano School. N. Y'. Columbia School of Music. . Y Gin Co. Public School Music Music A. B. KEISERAJAN Director of Instrumental Music Fifteen CORRIE Dl SEN BURY Wintlirop College Librarian THELMA HISBANDS Georgia Slate College for Women Secretary J. LEE RHAME, B. A. Furman University Coach JOHN M. HAKLLEE. B. A. Wofford College Assistant Coach Sixteen M.wi'-m. Tkuning F.mhrii WALTER GREGG . hath a head lo contrive, a tongue to persuade, a hand to execute.” We feel llial it was a lucky fate, indeed, that save us such a president as Walter. He has discharged his duties faithfully iml well. Walter has rare business ability, and this combined with unusual determination and ambition, and the faculty of le.iMuiing. deep and sure, give promise of a bright future. W'e 'Iiink Waller will he a lawyer and enter politics and he laughingly tells us he is going to be the President of the U. S. some da . Rut it wouldn't surprise us very much. Despite that diguil; and stately tread we have observed a keen sense of humor and a delight in teasing. And Walter likes the girls— lie - lieen having his initials put in his ring for several months •md well -does that tell you anything? Boxkike Rhyme Good-bye, hated Virgil, The bane oj my school days. You have always worried me, In many terrible ways. .Mneteen CHARLES BLACKMON “Far may we search bejore we find, A heart so manly and so kind Charles is a very popular and likeable young gentleman. litis very neat and very largely sets the fashion among the buys. He always has a store of general information, hut his mind runs along scientific and technical lines. He is very much interested in scientific reading and experiments and expects to continue his studies at some technical college . Some day we expect him to he a great electrical engineer. Charles is not even a professed woman hater, and we expect he will break many a heart, though we hope he will not use this power to any great extent. Bonfire Rhyme Parallel is due. Papers are jew Study-halls are many Hundreds, not any. BESSIE LEE ANTHONY I way, away, ye men of rules, II hat have I to do with schools? Have your fun then study. That seems to he Bessie Lee's motto. We aren't sure of course, hut she has a big time, and a good time the oth r half. We didn't mean that our happy little Senior doesn't know her lesions -lie does, and that's why we wonder. Oh yes. just before each class, we see someone bending over books and papers. This studious-looking person is none other than Bessie Lee. who is trying to finish a paper before the hell rings. Bes-ie Lee is in the habit of falling, and falling hard, not for tin lmy perhaps, hut just falling on the floor. At any rate she always gets up again. Bonfire Rhyme I throw you away Geometry, II irh a happy, happy, heart For Fm truly glad That you and I will part. CHARLES BOW EY “Let every failure be a stepping-stone to success ' “Charlie wishes he had never heard of Latin or scanning. His tongue just gets twisted. He knows the lesson tso In-says t, hut he just can't get started. However, great is his dis. like for Latin, his love for History is equally as great. He has a ready answer in History class as well as in English. “Charlie has pretty brown eyes that are always bright. He may not l e handsome, but he takes a good picture tsee above, i He is always polite and never forgets his manners. Girls never worry him. for he likes to he a regular hoy—he has plenty, of time in which to become a ladies man. Often we see him gardening, so perhaps, someday he will he overseer of a large farm and we are sure he will l e a capable one. Bonfire Rh me Of all the subjects that I take My old math book takes the Cake; May you burn with the rest— The one study that I most detest. Twenty VIRGINIA ARIAIL “ I little rosebul set in willful thorns And sweet as English air could make her. Jinx” is one of the most versatile members of our Senior Class, ami her infectious laugh is one of the best memories of our High School days. But lest one should think Ginger” is all fun—in Latin class we have dubbed her ‘ Cici’ she is such an ardent scholar of that dead language. Vie are inclined to think, however, that History is her favorite study. especially during the reign of Richard Couer de Lion. Jinx” is a genius—in literary lines, her Monday themes ? have become dear to our hearts; in return for these inspiring essavs. we have made her editor-in-chief of our Florentine Weekly. Jinx” is also an accomplished musician; in fact, she is a real girl and a mighty good pal as most of her classmates have learned. Bonfire Rhyme “History is a mystery, They were pretty good as a English is not so bad. whole Music is very inspiring Latin was such a bore. Hut sewing just makes me There was one that gave me mad. trouble, So Algebra—Au Revoir! Df. LEON COHEN A gentleman makes no noise DeLeon is an old comrade. He has been with us since the days of grammar school. Last year he was a member of the cast in Mr. Bob.” the Junior play, and proved that he possessed some dramatic ability. DeLeon is always congenial and generally liked by all his classmates. He is president of the Criterion Literary Society which proves his popularity with his society members. Bonfire Rh'i me O-Sol- Mi-O I fell on English, It hurt me so Hut I would never relinquish So to vour grave this good old night And may you never come back to life. THELMA BOWLING “The mildest manners with the bravest mind. Bus” has been with us only one year, but that doesn’t mean we have not learned to love her. for she is one of our best Seniors. She is the kind of girl who just makes friends easil . She is very (|uiet. hut she stands well with the teachers and students. Her work, while here, has been excellent. She has laid up great stores of knowledge which she gives out sometimes in a History paper. She is well informed along various lines and we are proud of her. Thelma hails from Kentuck). and as we all know, that state is famed for its beautiful girls. Seldom do beau'.y and brains go hand in hand, but in this casr they certainly do. She has a wonderful personality, enjoys life, and never seems to worry. She has often stated that she would like to have been a minister’s daughter. Perhaps she will never be a minister s daughter. but someday she mav belong to a minister otherwise! Bonfire Rhn me “ Th us Senior class day in Florence Mot a beloved (?) book was in sight Mow I throw my hated Caesar in Just to make the bon fire bright. Twenty-One JAMES COOPER “If the heart of a man is depressed with cares, The mist is dispelled when a woman appears.” Jim is u conscientious student. He has not only persevered in his literary course, hut in athletics as well, for he has won the Block F. in Football and Basketball, and has shown unusual skill in regular gymnastic work. He is a steady plodder, and it is usually that type of person who actually succeeds in life. Janies is always pleasant and sociable. He is a worthy member of the Hi-Y Association and he strives to do his best at all times. Lynchburg, although a small town, seems to attract the attention of Jim somehow; and the railroad company often receives payment for one passenger, namely, Mr. Cooper. Bonfire Rhyme Of all my lessons which are a bore, This Latin book I dislike most, And into this fire I do thee fling, To burn till school bells cease to ring. MARY CALCUTT “(Jiarm strikes the sight, but merit wins the soul.” Runty ’ is bubbling over with mischief all the time. Her big brown eyes twinkle brightly, and if these be the windows of the soul, you just know she has a merry heart. She has won the favor of her teachers and classmates. She is short in stature, but her heart is big and warm, and she is seldom angry. .Sometimes we hear. That old Latin grows harder every flay! ’ And we know by whom those words are spoken. Mary, however, always prepares her work and never falls behind. Someday we expect to see her installed in a school or college as gym director. Our little Senior never mentions being in love, but you never can tell about a girl. She looks on the bright side of life. She never worries about the future, but lives in the present, liop-ing all will come out all right in the end. Bonfire Rhyme “I've got a Latin book. And an English book too, My Latin book don't love me, But my English book do.” EMMA MAE DAVIS Knowledge is proud that she has learned so much. When i in 11-A) you hear a liquid voice mixed with laughter, explaining some troublesome question to an eager, though ignorant audience, you’ll know that’s Emma Mae. Our predecessors. those classic English writers, are all old friends of Emma Mae. But she can write the dreamiest romances! Although she hasn’t traversed our whole pathway of learning with us. we are proud of her and appreciate her worth. Bonfire Rhyme Good-bye, old Latin, as you go to ignis. For you are the one that I love the least; I toss you high as I throw you away And turn my thoughts to a happier day. Twenty-Two RICHARD EDGERTON He hath an ever ready nit. Richard is not a fair weather friend, hut one whom you can depend on in rain as well as sunshine. And at least two girls in the Senior CJas feel especially grateful to him for—his sympathetic proposal that, he callrd a class meeting in order that the class might pra for them in their bereavement. And some one. (it wasn't a boy� discreetly admitted to us that she had a crush on Richard. He is fun editor of the Florentine which office -peaks volumes in regard to his wit and good humor. And the feats he performs in the gym fairly make your hair stand on end. All of us were filled with admiration l his work in the g in exhibit and openly rejoiced that he received his letter. Bonfire Rhyme Here's to mathematics! And ivhen I've finished with von I'll cast you in this bon-1 ire And bid you glad adieu. MARY EASTERLING Hare as is true love. true friendship is rarer Marx is a true friend. She is always interested in everyone’s joys and sympathetic in time of trouble. She always has some pleasant word, and that goes a long way. Then Mary possesses another enviable trait- we have never known her to lose her temper. She is a veteran on the stage. For some reason she has always acted the part of an elderly lady and acted it well. If in real life -lie remains as charming as in the roles she plays Mary will certainly be plea-ing in her old age. Now she is a real girl and enioxs all the pranks and fun of her feiloxv-students. Bonfire Rihme English may be a beautiful language If you take it lor granted, you see. Hut just try to learn it. dear reader, And then for yourself ou it ill see. ESTELLE FLAGLER Men may talk, and men may not. But I talk on forever. «s. Estelle does talk, quite a good deal, but she’s jolly and nearly all of us enjoy hearing a jolly person talk; in fact, we don’t want her to stop. Despite the fact that sickness has increased her number of absences, Estelle lias managed to keep pace with her fellow-students and not onlx has she done that, but she has even surpassed some of them. Estelle is friendlx with everyone and her manner never -eems to change oh yes. we have seen her become angry, but she is harmless ( !). Like one or two others, her future is undetermined so far as xe know, but xve can never guess the deep working of the mind. Bo. Ftkk Rhy if. Algebra, am going to say goodbye, And soon in ashes you it ill lie, Then all my troubles will be o'er, For you will worry me no more. Twenty-Three ENNETT GREGG ’Wow in his numth hr carries pleasing words.'' If a fair damsel is in distress and wishes to he consoled and flattered she turns to Ennett. Next year he will enter the portals of Davidson to prepare for his career as a divorce lawyer. To he a successful lawyer one must he a cheerful talker and a flatterer, and in the latter at least Ennett is very proficient, having reduced it to a fine art. He has also showed his business ability by securing all the girls in 11 A. to say nothing of 11 B. as clients by promising them big alimony. To prove to the School and the citizens of Florence our belief in this coming young lawyer we have endowed him with the power to draw up the class will, and those who would know his sterling qualities have only to be present class night. Bonfire Rhyme i%So long Virgil, I'm through with you It's with a heart lull oj gladness I hid you adieu.' LETT IE ROY GREEN Her eyes are stars oj Twilight jair. Like twilight too, her dusky hair. Lettie Roy is a lovable compound of youth, beauty, and jollity. She loves to tell of her ancestor. Pocahontas. If you will glance at her glossy dark tresses and expressive dark eye you will readily believe this, hut you will wonder if Pocahontas possessed such traces of beauty. She is a talented reader and can provoke tears or smiles from her audience at will. She is also an excellent student. Her hobby is talking and in this she holds the F. H. S. record for speed. She also has a vivid imagination and at times becomes very dramatic. Like her classmates she enjoys a good time and usually has one tor she is vivacious ami entertaining and has a catching little laugh. And when she begins to almost talk with her eyes, the “fellows” succumb at once to her witchery. Her greatest ambitions are to learn china painting and become a history teacher, and we know that success will follow our talented classmate. Bonfirf. Rhyme Geometry is my greatest bane; With me it raises cane; Geometry nearly drives me insane; My tears tail like rain. CL AI DE GREGG Subtle wiles are in her smiles To set the world a-wooing. Her name suggest one of the masculine e . but she is decidedly feminine in voice, manners, and looks. Her hair is bobbed and it just looks the way all girls with bobbed hair want theirs to look. Claude is talented, especially along musical lines. She plays the piano with skill and grace and often in Society we have listened to her solos with great pleasure. She is jolly and sweet and always seems to be in a good humor. Her laugh expresses genuine amusement. She’s a good student, but she loves good times and when there are any parties or social —Claude’s right there. Bonfire Rhyme Here's to you Geometry The bane oj my existence Max you ever burn Without resistance. Twentx-Four ALLIE MAE HARRELL “Divinely lull, and most divinely jair. Hie Mae came l«� us this year from Bannochburn High School and has been a welcome addition to our class. Although quiet and studious we all realize her real worth. Hie Mate's favorite «tudy. so we have been told, is Ancient History and she is really interested in the Temples and other works of art which we have learned so much of from the Greeks. We have enjoyed having her with us this one short year, and -end her forth from her lma Mater with the very best wishes. MARION HOFFMEYER Judge not by appearances for the unpolished static may be the diamond in the rough. Marion returned to us after an absence of two years. We are glad to have him in our midst once more. His big blue eyes suggest boldness, but looks often deceive; for Marion is unusually shy. and quiet. We do not mean to say that he is solemn. because he is not. He can enjoy life and a good joke as well as anyone, but he is not boisterous. We know that he greatly desire- knowledge and is very studious, and if he takes Mr. Percy eraiice ’ for a friend, we are sure he will succeed; so here’s luck to you. Marion! Bonfikk Kmm: You, solid Geometry, which teas tiresome You tried, but couldn't make me sore. So away you go in the lire. Not to be seen anymore. MARTHA HOOLE Be good, sweet maid and let who will be clever. Martha is rather quiet, except when she is discussing some of her good times. She never seems to worry about school— she just takes it as it comes. We never see her wrinkle her forehead—maybe she intends to stay young. At any rate, she has a sweet disposition and soft brown eyes that match her hair. Martha like many of our Seniors, has decided not to end her literary career with a High School diploma. She will attend Winthrop College next year, and after that—well, we won't say. for she may change her mind—women have been known to do such! Bonfikk Km me Geometry you are defeated. A ever more to reign For me. you shall never cause Another tear or pain. Twentv-Five VIRGINIA HUTCHINSON “What shall I do to be forever known. To make the ages to come by own. Virginia is the art editor of the Florentine which means that she is an artist of no mean ability. Ever since grammar school days irginia has amused us with the life-like sketches she drew of the awe inspiring faculty. irginia is a good sport, jolly and pretty: and we hope that she will go far with her art. Who knows some day we may read her name in the annals of fame! Bonfire Rhyme “Civics. bane of my existence If ith your duties and powers and your persistence In being studied to be learned your existence Means there must between you and me be great distance. YANCEY KING “For the man worth while, Is the man who can smile ll hen everything goes dead wrong Vaneev usually finds something to be happy about and makes friends very easily. In football he is a star, being one of the fastest backs in the stale. Me likes all sports, but his hobby is horses. He is never so happy as when driving or riding a fine horse. He never shirks when there's work to be done, and that he is a business man i diown by the fact that lie is Busi-ness Manager of the Vnnual and the Football team, and was class Treasurer in 22. Well Yancey usually gets there, and lie's a good friend of every teacher; and 0I1. how he loves Latin????????????? His greatest ambition is to be a doctor and the good wishes of all his classmates follow him in his chosen profession. Bon fir i: Rhyme Co, looks, to the flames. ) ou have done very well, Hut now I hope you will always burn In Eternal—Oh, I cannot tell' EDN M AE LANGSTON Eyes of gray, hair of gold. Sweetness and jollity, far untold. In primary days Edna Mae was called teacher's pet. and we thought she was allowed to queen it over us because she was an adorable golden-haired, blue-eyed cherub. But with the wisdom of our High School years we know she ruled by the divine right of knowledge and hard study. She is popular alike with the girls, her teachers, and last, but not least, the boys. She reminds us of the quotation. The most precious gifts sometimes come in small packages. And though small of s ature she made a big hit with the Furman freshman football boss, and we predict that she will have a delightful time at G. W. C. next year. Bonfire Rhyme There's nothing which would see burn with such glee. As those needles, those needles, so hateful and wee. Those needles, those needles, that play hide and seek And couldn't be found though searched for a week. Twenty Six GORDON McCUTCHEN “. penman, politician and a business man. And to the ladies he lends a hand. Molecule's brain power exceeds his stature. He is the star essayist of the Senior Class, and some day he may he in the limelight. He works by spells, hut when he does really think, and puts his thoughts into writing, you may he sure he has written something well worth listening to. He is the treasurer of the class. “All the world loves a lover ’, so we suppose Gordon has a girl, although he has never once hinted that he has. He is courteous to all the ladies, hut there must he a special” somewhere. He is very quiet and wears a very serious expression, still he has a hit of wit about him. He laughs when the occasion calls for laughter, and we know that he has a sunny disposition. Boxfikk Rhyme Farewell to you. Caesar. ) ou'ie found that this is quite true. I've I, noun you for a year. Hut l'vc surely never liked you. ELIZABETH MAXWELL Studious, kindly, gracious and street. She is dear from her head to her feet. Elizabeth is one of the most popular girls in the Senior Class. She possesses a sunny disposition and always has a wonderful time wherever she goes. Studies in her estimation are minor things and she never has time to study, though by some mysterious power she always manages to g t safely by the eagle eyes of our dear teachers with credit. Libby’s present occupation is hurrying; she never leaves or arrives any place and where on time. She is one of these poor unfortunates who was horn too late and will die too late. Her plans for the future are to pursue Minerva, goddess of wisdom within the historic halls of Winthrop. and the only thought that disturbs her tranquility is the appalling fact that every Friday will not see her on the side lines of a football field. Her greahst ambition is to he a missionary, and in our imagination we see her beneath the burning sun of frica with a little black boy by each hand leading them along the straight and narrow way. Bon kirk Rhyme 7 remember, oh. I remember Hoiv my Latin haunted me. So to throw it among the flames Fills m heart with raptureous glee. WILBlR McELNEEN “ is quiet ways and faithful works. Are sermons strong to those who shirk. Wilbur just joined us last year, but it took us only a short time to realize his worth. He is a real sport and we always know he is willing to boost or help with all activities. He is unquestionably a good athlete for he is a varsity football, baseball and basketball player. The one hardship of his life is that endless parallel reading. Furman, consider yourself honored to be the choice of Little Mack” for his collegiate career, for we know he will be a worthy son. Bonfire Rhyme Old English book, of thee I tire; I hate studied thee more or less. And note I cast thee in the fire, And note I'll take my rest. t Twenty-Seven KATHERINE MOORE Hei voice is ever gentle. soft and low An excellent thing in woman. “Kitty” came from Virginia and entered our class at the first of this ear. We are delighted to have such a .-vveet. quiet girl in our midst, and our only regret is that she did not join us sooner. She is about the |uietest person in tin room sometimes. She can talk though, and often site talks for a long time, but her voice is low and she isn t heard as plainly as others. Katherine has big brown eyes that talk and they match her hair to perfection. Often we hear her talk about Brooks . Of course we guess she means a small ri er or something of the kind well anyway, ask her to tell you. Bonfire Rhyme Schoolmates, schoolmates I've been thinking ll' hut a pleasure, it would be If all essavs were transported Far beyond the Northern Sea.” CHARLES McCLENAGHAN The trumpet of his own virtues.' From all appearances Charles is quite a ladies man. and he seems to have quite a crush on a young lady in Senior A. if his e es tell the truth during Geometry class. This year for the first time we saw Charles in football togs • and though he was late in starting his athletic career, he was a credit to the team and school, for with scrubs it is impossible to have a good varsity. Charles is as yet undecided as to his life career. His talents are so varied and there are so main excellent professions to choose from that he can t decide which shall be made famous by his name and genius. But from local gossip he will be either a civil engineer, a doctor or a cartoonist. Who knows? Meanwhile his career rests CLYDE MILLS She seems as happy as a wave, That dances on the sea Clyde is our little girl. ’ But in stature alone is she small, for she has a large heart and makes friends easily. She is conscientious in her work and gets excellent reports. Naturally she gets along well with her teachers. In sewing she keeps up the familv record. She can recite and can act well. Clyde is so dainty and modest that one can t help liking her anti some day we expect her to be a fine housekeeper for someone. Just now we don't know who—but we don t know everything by any means. Bonfire Rhyme Hence, loathed Chemistry Go seek the flames and die; IThen they have consumed you Away to peace I'll fly. Twenty-Eight FLORENCE NOFAL It is the miml that makes the body rich Throughout all our scholastic career we have regarded Florence as one of those brilliant stars which reflected honor on our class. She has always been an example on account of her careful work and her devotion to work. And in our senior year, behold! we find her with bobbed hair—a true flapper, but none the less studious. Florence has great ambitions. She intends to go to Converse and then to some Northern I niver-sitv. nd some body said she would be a lawyer, but whv shouldn't the girls of 1923 reflect glory upon F. H. S.? If you don’t believe Florence has an imagination just glance at the Class prophecy. Bonfire Rhyme II hen my Algebra I haven't solved. The Teacher is almost certain to say, ‘After assign tomorrow's lesson. You may hand in your homework tor today ELM A PIERCE The only way to have a jriend is to be one W ho is Elma? She’s our typical brunette, with a sweet disposition and a guy laugh. She is a brilliant conversationalist and loves a good time. A amp? No. she’s just natural!) attractive. But she's not all gaiety. She makes the most of every day and that means of every advantage which is offered, and claims her due share of brilliant marks. So here’s good luck and a happy future! Bonfire Rhyme Oh. Geometry you are the plague oj my Hie! Can't hear nothin'. Can't see nothin', Can't think nothin', But you! MORELLA POLK 7 leave thy praises unexpressed. I leave thy greatness to be guessed. This dignified and highly esteemed Senior has been in our midst but two short years. Her home is in Estill. but she preferred F. H. S. and we gladlv welcomed her as one of us. She is conscientious in all she undertakes and is always willing to lend a helping hand whenever it is needed. What more could be said for to have a friend is to be one. and this Morelia very easily carries out. Bonfire Rhyme Gone are the davs. If hen Algebra was in power Sow comes the days If hen shall play every hour. T wen ty Sine VIRGINIA RAVEN EL Oh! Rudolph!!T We do not exaggerate when we say irginia is tlie greatest movie fan in Florence! She is also very romantic and dramatic. To prove this we call to mind our freshman days of long ago. when Miss Florrie surprised her in a melodramatic attitude with hand clasped over her heart exclaiming with great ••motion. to a group of awed classmates, that Dan Clark was her soul mate. irginia is very proud of her famous ancestors. Lafayette, and the traditions connected with her family history. She is inclined toward literary lines rather than domestic. Her favorite pastime is using big words, poring over the biographies of tragic heroines in History and raving about a certain dark haired young Apollo from the frozen north. Bonfirk Rhvmk Ave et vale Aeneas. To the fate of Dido. I consign thee: Requiescat in pace Front thy bonds I notv am free. GRAHAM ROSE This man teas never knoivn to hurry. When he looks serious Graham i one of the wittiest boys in the Senior Class. It is very seldom that Graham lets a trivial remark pass without twisting it into a joke. Graham went to Bingham Military cadenty one year, so he has not been with us during our four years in High School. He doesn’t take part in any of the school activities, hut is fond of tennis. Vnd Graham with a racquet under his arm is a familiar sight. Bonfirk Kh mk Here's a book of bugs and insects, How I hale to study such a text, Let the bonfire non be lit, So I shall never more see it. MARGARET RlTLEDGE Gentle in manner and firm in reality. ‘Meg is a girl who knows just how to relieve one from his difficulties. She is always ready to help in anything whether it is school work or personal favors. She is admired by teachers and pupils, and she is a friend to every one. .Margaret is gentle and sweet and her eyes seem to shine with kindness. She appears very dignified but there’s a quantity of fun beneath the surface. A person greatly enjoys being in her presence a she is very entertaining. We have often wondered what Margaret will do after this year. She seems rather uncertain as to what course she will take, hut we think it will he a Musical Career. Bonfirk Rhyme “ My graduation Dress, Fire, you may have with pleasure. It has caused more distress. Than you could ever measure. Thirty MARY SALEEBY She bore a mind that envy could not call but fair ” Mary lias been with us since we were ‘'kids' in the sixth errade and lias always been a loyal member of our class. She has successfully taken our four year course in three years: notwithstanding the fact that she was born in Beyroute. Syria, and has. therefore, had to learn our language together with her other studies. However. Mary is not a bookworm. and is loved by both teachers and classmates as they realize she is one on whom they may depend. Take our best wishes with you. Man. as you return to your native land as a missionary. Boxfiuk Rhymk This nay. this nay. composition, Is the nay to destruction, You hare cost me enough worries, so away. And into the fire your fate is sealed. WALKER SPINKS ft'ise from the top of his head up. W alker is very studious and is a poet and artist of no mean ahilit . He is always ready to help the other fellow when in need of assistance. He has taken part in all the school activi-ties and cheerfully does his part ol the work. He is a mem her of the Hi-Y and is a great admirer of Hr. Johnson. Walk er's greatest ambition is to go through college, and we do not doubt that his cheerfulness and determination will carry him far. Bonkikk KmwK Farewell. Chemistry, thou lore of my heart. It gives me a pain to know we must part, But thou hast served me well, and I’ve done my best, So farewell Chemistry, go to thy rest. LEIZE SCOTT She is sweet and she is gracious. But. 0 my goodness. how loquacious. Everybody knows Leize- -her merry laugh can be lteanl echoing through the halls of old Florence Hi. She is an allround good sport and that describes her magna cum lauda Bluelield was here, wasn't he. Leize? Oh! Stammer. Box mu. Km mk I've spent many a troublesome moment Trying to figure you out, But now I'll burn you, Old Algebra. And I'm happy enough To shout. Thirty-One ISABEL STACKLEY “A maiden never bold. Of spirit so still and quiet. That her motion blushed at herself Isabel is one of our quiet, retiring Seniors—not that there are very many of this almost extinct specie -and has been with us throughout our arduous climb towards knowledge. Isabel is always willing and eager to lend a helping hand to a fellow student. But she is not all “prunes and prisms for her big brown eyes have a mischevious twinkle in them and she is always “in on the fun. Bonfirk Rhyme “This year for you fell. Hut Algebra, fare you well. For into the fire you go. Worry me again no more. DWIGHT ROSS ' “.■ men are admired either because they are courteous or good-looking.' “Cutty is doubly admired because he possesses both qualities. He is gentlemanly and has many friends, and his teachers look upon him with favor. He usually wears a smile which is very becoming for his teeth are even ami white. He has the most fun in Latin Class. He laughs at Jim Street's jokes and occasional!) cracks one himself. Dwight is bright in all of his studies even in Latin. He has somewhat the nature of a poet and we are sure that he will reach his goal whatever it may be. He never complains about scholastic duties, and seems to take everything for granted. His nature is one that encourages friendship and one always likes to be in his presence. Bonfirk Rhymf, That blamed old History, Can go to Araby For it does not pay So I shall go the other way. PAULINE STACKLEY “Silence is more musical than any song.' Polly rarely speaks unless spoken to. Vround certain persons, though, she is quite noisy. She studies all of her lessons some of the time, and some of her lessons all of the time. Polly is fair and has light hair. She has large expressive brown eyes that look out from beneath a curtain of long brown lashes. She has a quaint little smile that bespeaks Iriendliness. She is Estelle's cousin, but these two are often thought to be sisters. It is singular that two. who have such different natures, should enjoy such great companionship. They are inseparable. Bonfirk Rh1 mk Sewing. into the jire you go, Because you have worried me so. And when am quite old and gray. I'll never forget you a single day. Thirty-1 wo EARLINE STALL “Maiden never bold. Earline thinks much and says little. She is a good student, has always been so. and we expect her to keep the same gait all through I if . She is one who helps to make an intelligent class. She not only does well in her literary work, hut also in Domestic Vrt. Neatness is set forth in all of her work. The girl all envy Earline’s naturally rosy cheeks. They also admire her sunnv disposition and quiet manners. Bonfiul Rhyme Teachers may come and Truckers may go. but The book of my troubles, Is gone jor ever----Geometry TOM STONE “Sigh no more. ladies, sigh no more Men were deceivers ever. Tom is a regular sport. All of the boys like him and ’’some ' of the girls. He has a very serious air and those who saw him in ’’Springtime realize that he is pretty good at love-making. He never worries much, hut just takes life as it comes. He has a good voice and plays well on -everal instruments. He knows how to get a grip on his audience and usually succeeds in what he undertakes. When it comes to trees, there’s no doubt about it—Tom surely loves a Birch. Little ole Algebra, don't you cry. You II be in the bon-jire bye and bye. Tm thru with you jor ever and a dayt So—one. two, three; be on your way. HASELLE STALL Oj manners gentle, oj affections mild If you knew her you would adjudge her to be a modest violet. If you heard her—but you wouldn’t, for her voice is soft, gentle and low. Haselle is one of our most steadfast seniors. It is seldom she fails to get her lessons and to get them well. She is naturally demure and shy but in cooking class she becomes very communicative and oftimes we hear a teasing laugh above the clangor of pots, pans and dishes and we know it belongs to Haselle. Bonfire Rhyme hold in my hand my History Essay. That hus almost caused my hair to turn gray. It gives me joy to throw it away. Now I hope I can be gay. Thirty-Three FLORENCE TAYLOR “Eat, drink and be merry, For the morrow knoireth not what the day may bring forth. If her eyes are blue as Irish ski -, that’s Florence Taylor. She is hail-fellow-well-met. a true Epicurean ami the life of the party. Her laughter, for which she is famous, may lx heard on all jovous occasions. Florence neither takes life nor hoys seriously and accepts the unaxoidable with a shrug. She is a dandy cook and some day we expect '-lie will make some one a wonderful •'better-half. J u-t now her greatest ambition is to take a business course, earn her own money and own a Ford coupe. Bonfire Urn mi: “ have a book railed Latin Some people say it is soft as satin, Hut I sure don't agree. For that old Latin is hard to me. JAMES STREETT A fellow gay and carefree. The largest member of '23 James takes life easy except that lie’s always gotta” study Latin. He has a ready wit and recently we have discovered his latest dramatic ability. Oh! can’t he act the part of professor” to perfection! When there is any moss or the like to get for decorations. James hasn’t a car. but a Ford.” which always does faithful service in order that he may avoid classes. James is a worker (outside of school and always has a job up town. Bonfire Rhyme can not learn, this Gallic ffar, To translate it makes me sigh. So here I stand before you all, To cast it in this fire. LOl REE THOMAS “Friends are like melons. Shall I tell you why? To find one good, you must a hundred try. Louree came to us from Elin. and has certainly proven to be a worthy classmate of 23. Louree has blue, tell-tale eves, which seem to express her thoughts better than words. Her friendly disposition has won for her a host of friends, who will ever stand by her. Having set her sail of knowledge 'lie wishes to continue until she at last anchors as a teacher. Here’s wishing her the best of success along life’s highway. Bonfire Rhyme Doubt that Science is true Doubt that Milton was ft bard Doubt that History is interesting Hut doubt not that French is hard. Thirty-Four ETHEL Tl RNER 'For if she will. she will, you may depend a n't. An, if she won't, she won't. And there's an end on t.” Ethel is a plain spoken girl and she has a friendly smile for everyone. She attends to her own affairs and never pries into those of another. She always seems to be in a stir over her assignments and work but she comes out all right in the end. She has a kind of carefree nature. Sometimes she is in a confidential mood and tells many little incidents concerning herself and as a result, we're beginning to believe she has a beau! Bonfire Khymf. 0 that I had the wings of a Dove That I could fly away and be at rest, For there I would have no History To worry me and be a pest. LEILA MAE ILLI MS Life without laughter is a weary blank.'9 One look at those eyes reveals mischief and they are not deceiving. Leila Mae is aiso very witty and original. She ha? often made us laugh by her sauciness and we feel better every time we laugh. See the point .'' Of course like a model Senior she enjoys studying. She i generous and open-hearted. In fact, we have found her a friend worth having. Bonfihk RmMK Down in a room on floor one. There we concoct mixtures and cook 'em done Vo place of escape, no corner, no nook. To play or talk -just cook and cook! LERL1NE WILSON Her modest looks the cottage might adorn. Sweet as the. primrose that peeps beneath the thorn. To know Lei line is to love her. Her voice is soft and low. something that is pleasing in woman. And her smile, which would melt a heart of stone, makes her dimples play hide and seek in her rosy cheeks. She likes cooking and sewing, but Geometry is her evil genius. Lerline looks to the future with shining eyes. Her greatest ambition is to travel and have a good tilin'. We wish her luck and hope that her blue eyes will gaze upon many and varied scenes of this old Mother Earth. Be gone! the book that I despise You have often caused Me to dry my eyes. Into the. fire you must go. Just because I wish it so. Thirty-Fire ARCHIE STANLEY I may not be handsome, but swear That have a distinguished look. Behold the maid! This title was won by his somber appearance and sedate manners. He is tall and graceful, and assisted by Cupid, his meek and saintly manners have affected more than one feminine heart. He can blush as prettily as a girl. He is indifferent, yet friendly. He never speaks unless spoken to. nevertheless, he may be seen almost any time with his Ford crowded with girls. Archie prepares his work and recites his lessons to the best of his ability. This is his second and last year at F. H. S. and we sincerely hope lie will succeed in life when he must fare forth into the world of business. Bonfire Rhyme Go. dear old French book You have served your turn, In this fiery nook I hope you will burn. Cl ass Poem Our flays of High School are over. Like shadows, they have passed away; And the days that were ours have changed. Into the days of yesterday. We thought that ice studied (ptite hard. But we find that we were far wrong; For the time we put on our lessons, Did not to them alone belong. H e wish we could call back those hours. Those hours that we wasted away; For we're sure that tee could change them, Into hours that would surety par. We summarized that History, Of countries jar over the sea; If e studied Latin and English, And. don't forget, that Geometry. To the teachers, patient and earnest, We bid them all adieu: If e owe them our deepest gratitude, For their attempts to put us through. ind now that our Hi days are over. We will answer to Life's next call: But n e realize now that those days, Were surely the best days of all. —D. H. R. 23. Thirty-Six F is for Florence Hi, which we all love, L is for true Loyalty to the above, O for Offense which means study hall, R for Rlianis, our coach in football, E for Excuses in which we excel, V is for Nothing, which we do quite well, C is for the Cares, which infest the day, E for the Ease which drives them away. H is for Honor, which we all uphold, I for our hleals, which time will unfold, G for Greene, who in Gym is a star, H for Hartsville, whose victors we are. S for the Scolding, which falls to our lot, C is for Charity, which the teachers have not, H is for Home, at which we gain rest, O is for Ordeal, in other words, test, O for One Hundred, the mark we all seek, L for Learning five days in the week. —V. R. ’23. Thirty-Seven Senior Class History “All the world s a stage, and men and women only players; they have their entrances and they have their exits.'’ E first act in the drama of Life, entitled “Seven Years at Grammar School,” may he passed over as more or less unimportant, and we will direct our attention to Act 11, or our High School Life. Dramatis Personae Playwrights: Messrs. Brooker, Sawyer and Wade. Stage Manager: Professor Briggs. Leading Ladies and Gentlemen: Teachers of Florence High School. Troupe of Engenues and Amateurs: Pupils of 1919-23. Scene I, Act II. The curtain rose on Scene I, showing us the characters of this play ground grouped about a tall building, hoary with age and surrounded by bearded oaks. At a summons of the bell, we went into the assembly hall, determined to hear whatever might be in store for us with a smile. After a short talk there, those who decided to take Latin or French were sent to their respective rooms for many a weary month’s struggle before they were to become perfect in their lines of hie, haec, hoc, and tu es Americain je suis American. Then the girls attempted to become assistants to Mrs. Klettner, the mistress of the wardrobe, and the comedy for our drama was furnished amply by certain towels and sewing bags we made. Some of the bags would have served excellently for laundry purposes, while others would have been very dainty powder puff containers. In spite of the fact that Lettie Roy Green was heard to declare one day that she had studied so hard since coming to High School that she now counted her gray hairs by the dozen, and loud groans could be heard on certain days when sundry members of our class had to stay after school with Miss Florrie because “we just couldn't work our arithmetic,” we were a very happy group of boys and girls. After nine months of steady work we withdrew from the stage for a short while to await further unfolding of the plot in Scene II. Scene II, Act II. This year we were under the direction of Mr. Sawyer, who brought with him those things which have remained near us ever since, and which like the measles are easy to get, but not so easy to rid ourselves of—Study Halls. We were greeted by a new set of leading ladies too, most of whom are still with us, and who have praised us a little, scolded us more, but have guided us forward and upward for three years now. We, in some manner survived the ordeal and lowering of our pride in finding that Sophomores could serve 45 minutes after dismissal as well as the less wise (?) members of our school, and we had settled back in our usual calm and dignity when it was broken again by one member of our class bringing a frog to school one day. This aforesaid member, having a tender heart, put the “poor little thing” in a vase of water on the teacher’s desk. But Mr. Briggs coming in the room a little later proved to be of sterner stuff. He ejected the “poor little thing’’ from the room, and asked Blackwell, (yes, it was Blackwell Gregg) from the room. This occurrence caused much whispering among us for several days. The custom of having chapel every day before school closed was instituted, and we had to undergo the tribulation of having our names read then from the Thirty-Eight beautifully tinted pink slips upon which was written just why we were to join the reception for 45 minutes after the close of the regular school day. But “nothing lasts forever,” and even our second year at High School must reach its conclusion. Thus rejoicing, but yet sorrowful in a way. we saw the curtain drop early in June on our second year with its trials and tribulations, its joys and pleasures. In the third scene the setting changed, and with it changed our playwrights. Dr. Wade, who was destined to shape the plot and wield our school lives for the next two years, entered into our play. Scene III, Act II. Our new stage was declared completed, and as we entered the building wherein our last two scenes were 4o be enacted it must be admitted that we were just a little frightened at the thought of “living up to our surroundings. But we soon grew accustomed to it and talked of bruises and bumps received in gymnasium with careless pride as if we had never known anything else than deporting ourselves like graceful t?) sprites in “Gym”. And as for electric bells and clocks—:whv, it soon became easy to remove our strangely fascinated eyes from the hands of the clock and to direct them diligently upon our books. In contrast to the barbed and icy air of our former building, we felt as if we had been transported from “Greenland’s icy mountains to India s coral strand, in the delightful warmth furnished by our modern heating plant. Perhaps this new atmosphere was good for the cultivation of bacteria. At any rate, the Shiftier and Bobbed Hair germ soon grew and flourished. Hair was bobbed and shifters were shifted, until in the course of a month or two these aforesaid germs died, probably from overwork. May they rest in peace. But in their place there came those that have never died, and never will, but instead have succeeded in raising large families. These are the germs of parallel books. Oh, fellow Seniors, will you ever forget the horror we encountered when first we learned the hard road we were to travel hand-in-hand with the great stars of the literary firmament? To the Juniors, of course, fell the honor of entertaining the Seniors at the conclusion of the school year. A reception was planned, and long and hard did the Juniors work to make this reception a success. If we may be allowed a little self-praise, our entertainment was successful. At any rate, all present declared that they had a “grand time.” We felt well repaid for whatever labor or thought we might have spent in planning for the great event. Did we not feel just a thrill and just a little sorrow then in anticipation of what the next scene held in store for us, and the realization that it would be the last in which we would play our parts together? Scene IV, Act II. As we assembled at the call of the bell we were now Seniors ready as such to bear the duties and responsibilities which would rightfully fall to our lot, anil in reward we were to receive a bright green laurel crown, or speaking in less poetical language, a diploma tied with purple and gold ribbon. Our last year in High School has given us more to remember than any other. For instance, when we measured for our class rings, it was thought to be a very exciting event; but that surely could not be compared with the untold thrill of de- Thirty-Xine murely posing for our Annual pictures, and then some of the young gentlemen were so coy about exhibiting photographs, we girls really suffered greatly from the failing of our sex, curiosity. We felt that we were at last breaking into prominence, for were not we to have our names emblazoned in print? And 1 w'onder if our audience has noticed in the last few' months how often we found it necessary to rest our thought-burdened brows upon our hands? If they have noticed carefully they must have seen upon each aforesaid hand a golden glitter, for surely we have every right to be proud of our class rings. And. ah, fellow Seniors, do you remember “Springtime? How regretfully (?) we were forced to leave our beloved classes and “Springtime” to make this a success. This was declared to be the best production of its kind ever given in the School, and we realized quite a nice little sum toward that worthy cause, namely the raising of money for our Annual. We listened for our cues and were ready with our lines. And now this act has come to its close, each one having played his or her part to the best of his ability, we make our exits. The next act will be played in a larger theatre and in it we shall unfold a much more complicated plot and shall reach the climax of the drama entitled “Life.” —VIRGINIA RAVENEL. Historian. Folly Class Prophecy HE wind blew with terrific velocity, hurling clouds of leaves skyward. Lightning flashed in the heavens, and the dense black clouds hovering in the east foretold the approaching storm. The elements were in a tumultuous uproar, hut they were not more chaotic than my thoughts, as I sat in the studio of Craig Kennedy, the famous scientific detective. The time for submitting the class prophecy was at hand, but I had accomplished nothing. Disappointment had met and thwarted my every effort. The Ouija Board had refused to respond; the Crystal Ball proved ineffective and useless; Edison had turned me away with a deaf ear, and palmists and spiritualists had each in turn accused me of a lack of imagination that impeded my chances to success as a medium. As a last resort, 1 had appealed to Kennedy to aid me in learning the future of so important a class as that of ’23. In hopeless despair I looked out of the window, when the bell rang with such abruptness as to startle me. Kennedy admitted the visitor and I retired to the laboratory. 1 was amazed at the intricate machines which I found on every hand, and particularly interested in a peculiar machine which occupied the center of the room, for this I had learned was to solve the problem of the prophecy. Just then the attendant ushered into the room a tall, spare, slightly stooping, but thoroughly dignified individual. His hair was light and he had light eyes of a peculiar piercing quality. He was led to a chair facing the machine which I hoped would aid me ia writing my prophecy. Kennedy then entered and strapped a tight fitting hood over the visitor s head. He adjusted several wires and finally pushed a button. A light burned lightly over the patient’s head and his subconscious thoughts were directed into the routine of his daily life, and there flashed upon the screen then the joyous disappointments, the pleasures and sorrows, of a high school principal. It was apparent that this subject who had offered for the experiment was nor.e other than Professor Briggs. He was worried to distraction over the indifferences of the class of '23 and wanted to know if any one of them would ever succeed in life. I stood with bated breath waiting to see if the machine would really project pictures of the future, when to my delight and amazement there appeared a picture of Washington, the capitol of our Country. The city was in a turmoil of excitement over the approaching presidential election. Walter Gregg, a former classmate, wras one of the candidates for president. His most formidable rival was Charles Bowey, now a mayor of New York City. The presidential race was proving to be a close one and the outcome was uncertain. The campaign speeches were appearing in the country’s largest newspaper owned and edited by Bessie Lee Anthony. The paper’s star reporter was Charles McClenaghan. He was known as the most cheerful man on the staff, and he always wore a smile on his face. Among the ads in the paper 1 especially noted these two: “No-Wave Hairdressing—Guaranteed to remove waves from the curliest hair. Patented and sold by Spinks, Cohen, Co.” “Toe Dances, Taught by Prof. Dwight Ross.” The scene then shifted to Vassar College. Louree Thomas had recently been elected president. Here too was Lerline Wilson teaching physical training, while Forty-One French was being taught by Mile. Leila Mae Williams, a native Frenchwoman from Paris (’South Carolina.) I learned that Graham Rose is now a world-famous evangelist. He is called the successor of Billy Sunday, and such is his generosity that’he gives all the money he makes to Foreign Missions. Imagine my surprise, when next 1 learned that Yancey King whom we had expected to be a doctor, had become a jockey. His fame as a jockey had spread throughout the country, and his services were greatly in demand. I found that Morelia Polk is now leading lady of the Zeigfield Follies. In the cast that supported her I noticed the familiar names of Emma Mae Davis and Ethel Turner. James Streett was now leading a quiet life as a Quaker minister. His congregation liked him because he always said the right thing at the right time. Tn Greenwich Village I saw Isabel Stackley. a famous artist, whose paintings were being shown at the Metropolitan Museum. Earline Stall also lived here and she was struggling to make a name for herself as a poet. Her chief’work, a volume of Love Lyrics had not been very popular. Leize Scott with the aid of Donald McQueen had compiled and written a new dictionary of the English language. The “Scott Dictionary” had replaced Webster's in the schools. Then there appeared a picture of Hollywood, California. Virginia Ravenel had been leading lady for Rudolph Valentino until the fame of that popular actor had been transcended by Marion Hoffmeyer, the new movie star. Among the chorus girls 1 noticed Allie Mae Harrell and Mary‘Saleebv. Another classmate, Mary Calcutt was also living in California. She had married a wealthy manufacturer and was now a social butterfly. Margaret Rutledge, the famous prima donna, was visiting in California. Thelma Bowling, I found, is a judge of the Superior Court. She had received her early training in “Springtime.” Katherine Moore had been Speaker of the House for a while, but she had resigned because continual talking had injured her %'ocal organs. Wilbur McElveen had also entered politics. He was now deputy sheriff in Evergreen. Mary Easterling and Polly Stackley had opened an elaborate beauty parlor in Evergreen. Business was rushing. It was disclosed that Elma Pierce and Claude Gregg have become missionaries. Forty- T wo They are leaving for the Fiji Islands to convert the savage heathen. Virginia Ariail had joined the Salvation Army and was doing relief work in the slums of New York. Charles Blackmon had been arrested for selling ice cream, for a new amendment to the Constitution, often called the “McCutchen Act,” prevented the sale of ice cream as injurious to the health. I remembered how eager Richard Edgerton and Ennett Gregg had always been to sell rummage for the benefit of our class while at High School, therefore I was not surprised to find out that they were now junk dealers. Clyde Mills had become a great chemist, and after many years of research she had discovered a chemical that would permanently dye red hair a glossy black. Since Estelle Flagler had been elected chairman of the Board of Health of Florence, the town had had very little sickness. We have had only a flu epidemic and several epidemics of measles, chicken pox, and mumps during her administration. Elizabeth Maxwell had founded a Home for Indigent Spinsters. Among the inmates I noticed Martha Hoole and Edna Mae Langston. Haselle Stall was seriously considering giving up her work as a designer of dresses and coming to live in the “Home.” Virginia Hutchinson still preferred art above all else. She was now art teacher in Miss Haldeman’s place at Florence “Hi.” I found, that Archie Stanley, has added more glory to the honors which have already been showered on the Class of ’23 by the high positions various members have attained. He has become the foremost heavy weight boxer of the world. He has recently won the championship from Jack Dempsey. I now gaze upon an entirely different scene. Here is Coney Island with multitudes of people. I see Tom Stone selling hot dogs and lemonade to the crowds. One of the shows boasts of having the fattest woman in the world. I enter and find it is Lettie Roy Green. I see in the distance a familiar face and upon going closer I notice it is James Cooper with a collection of toy balloons and whistles which he is selling. Every member of the class of 1923 had appeared in the ever thoughtful mind of the patient and the future of each had been depicted on the screen except that of the prophet. I stood silent and waited in eagerness to see what my own future would be, when with a whirring sound the instrument began to buzz. Fearing some injury to the visitor, Kennedy quickly disconnected the current and the wonderful exhibition was at an end. My task was accomplished; the prophecy remained but to be written. I thanked Kennedy and he dismissed the question which was puzzling me with the remark, “If you mention this instrument you may call it a Futurescope.” —FLORENCE NOFAL, Class Prophet. Forty-Three Class Will STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, COUNTY OF FLORENCE, In the name of the Florence High School. E, the Senior Class of the Florence High School, being of sound mind (presumably), and disposing memory, do make, ordain, declare and publish this to be our last Will and Testament, hereby revoking all Wills heretofore by us made. Item 1. Realizing the trials endured by us. the testators, in obtaining satisfactory release and discharge therefrom we hereby give, will and bequeath to the rising Seniors our home rooms, numbers 307 and 308 to their joint and separate uses together with the hope that their title to passage therefrom shall be in fee simple, free from inhibitions, prohibitions, limitations and conditions suffered by us. Item 2. We give, will and bequeath the fascination of Virginia Ravenel for Rudolph Valentino, to any lady of the rising Seniors who wishes it; subject, however, to the condition that the recipient thereof shall at all times exhibit and exercise a degree of devotion equal in quality and quantity to that which in the past he has been accustomed to enjoy. Item 3. We give, will and bequeath to Mrs. Wysong, for use in all future operettas, the soul-stirring voice of Walker Spinks; the abilities of Charlie Bowey and James Streett to translate the Latin classics (Virgil excepted! we leave to the linguistically needy; the exemptions of Donald McQueen we give to Katherine Mayes; the love of Katherine Moore for b (Bi rooks and other works of nature, we give to Nell Bedenbeau; and the love of Morelia Polk for all that is ancient and Sphinx (SpinksI-like, we bequeath to Ainie Fraser; the gentle tempers of Polly Stackley and Estelle Flagler we hereby will to the rising Seniors, share and share alike; the curly hair of “Dick” Edgerton and Marion Hoffmever, we give to Julius Byrd and Charles Damon; the devotion of John Martin 4o Virginia (the State I we leave to all the Virginians in the High School; the rouge, lip stick and eye-brow pencil of Lettie Roy Green, we leave to Evelyn Dorsey; and the gift of Thelma Bowling for doing all things well, we leave to the literary societies. Item 4. We leave the self importance of Charlie McClenaghan to Fred Rumph; the riding habit of Elizabeth Maxwell we give, will and bequeath to Kate Faulkner, upon the condition that it shall not be idle from use more than two afternoons per week; the lofty altitude of Mary Easterling we give to Ada Spencer, or so much thereof as she may need to become of High School stature; the giggles of Mary Calcutt we leave and wish upon Elizabeth Hutt; the tooth of Wilbur McElveen. lost in the Sumter game, we give, will and bequeath to the flapper combs, and his further hard luck to Robert Fraser; the earnest, steady (not study) plodding of Mary Saleeby we leave to Fred Brooks and Ralph Maxwell, to be divided between Forty-Four « them share and share alike: and the back seat in every room, heretofore occupied by Croswell Revill, we leave to all evil-doers. Item 5. The wonderful poetry of Dwight Ross, which surpasses Milton’s, the marvelous drawings of Virginia Hutchinson, second only to those of Michael Angelo, we give, will and bequeath to the Florence High School. Item 6. Wishing equal success to all future plays of the type of “Springtime,” we give, will and bequeath the histrionic abilities of Virginia Ariail and Margaret Rutledge, to all future High School stars. Item 7. The speed, accuracy and deftness of Gordon McCutchen in handling forward passes, as was so well exhibited in the Orangeburg game, we leave to any future High School team which may need them. Item 8. Graham Rose’s seat in extra study-hall we leave to Rosanne Willcox. upon condition that she be as diligent in its use as Graham has been; the vanity boxes of Claude Gregg, Martha Hoole. and Bessie Lee Anthony, we give to Ida Johnston, Lily Highsmith and Beatty Young respectively; the willingness of Yancey King to do anything any teacher requests, we give to anyone; the frivolous ways of Edna Mae Langston and Allie Mae Harrell we give to Mattie Anthony, on the condition that she use them as one step nearer flapperism; the appendix and chicken pox of Walter Gregg we leave to Blackwell Gregg; the dignity of Florence Taylor, characteristic of a senior, we leave to Emily Saunders in the hope that she may profit by the use of the same: and to anyone whose beauty is spoiled by her hair, we leave the many, vast, varied, and variable styles of coiffure of the famous Stall sisters; the healthy physique of Archie Stanley we give to Frances Stone; and the charming and attractive ways of Elma Pierce and Leize Scott we give to Selma Gregg and Effie Jones. Item 9. We leave the abilities of James Cooper and DeLeon Cohen to preside over Literary Society meetings to the future presidents of these societies; and we leave Charles Blackmon’s scrupulous neatness and careful grooming to Kenneth Thrash. Item 10. We give, will and bequeath the care, custody and control of the entire present Junior Class to the Senior teachers jointly—such care, custody and control to be exercised by the said Senior teachers over the said Junior Class until in their opinions land charity) the members of the said class shall have become intellectually sui juris; and if any or all of the said class shall fail to attain his or their educational majority, then and in that event, the said Senior teachers shall have the right to constitute and appoint for such delinquent or delinquents, such guardian or guardians as to them may be fitting and proper. Item 11. We hereby nominate, constitute and appoint our home room teachers. Misses W'ingard and Rollings, as executrixes of this our last will and testament. IN WITNESS W HEREOF we set our hands and seals this 1st clay of June 1923. —SENIOR CLASS. FLORENCE HIGH SCHOOL. Furty-Five Signed, sealed, published and declared by the Senior Class of the Florence High School, as and for their last will and testament in the presence of us, who in their presence, and of each other, and at their request have subscribed our names as witnesses. “Fessor” Warr. Faculty Assistant, “Kernel” Warr, Custodian of the Building. Mr. Warr, General Factotum. Greg 0 ry Scarboro u gh R hame Br I ggs Ho L mes Ha L deman Marc U s Wy S ong T yner R avenel Lev I n Allis 0 n H U sbands Kai s erman Galbra I th Wi N gard Rolling S Kle T tner G R eene D U senbury Supt. E. C Wade Smi T h H 0 uck By R d Amler S on Forty-Six K. M. T., ’24. Can You Imagine Florence High School without Mr. Briggs? Mr. Wade walking across the “lawn”? A pep meeting without a funny talk by Mr. Smith? High School without study halls? Miss Wingard and Miss Rollings not being friends? Everyone in High School buying an annual? Emma Mae Davis not smiling? Miss Levin holding a conversational period instead of having class? Florence Xofal failing? Katherine Mayes making “F” on deportment? Springtime being a financial success? Mr. Smith with thick, black hair? Mr. Allison speaking loud enough to be heard? John Martin with his hair not combed? Florence High School orchestra making Victrola Records? Miss Rollings forgetting to take up the history summaries? Mr. Wade making a talk to a class which is not “illustrated”? The Sophomores not “knowing it all”? English and History courses without any parallel? The bulletin board looking neat? Miss Dusenbury not saying, “Now, boys and girls, put your chairs under the table ? Haynsworth Jones not talking? Donald McQueen not making Gym exhibition? “Fish Hines paying the senior class that old debt of 30c? Blackwell Gregg leading the Latin IV Class? Miss Galbraith not giving a study hall all day? The Juniors not spreading that tale about giving a picnic instead of the Junior-Senior Reception? Miss 'Aingard taking up English period to fuss with us? (Sometimes we wish she would I Cynthia Waters not chewing gum? A study hall without this inquiry, “Are any of the following pupils in the room”? A teacher who doesn’t give six-weeks tests? Gilbert Hatchell not vamping the fair ladies? Mr. Smith missing his weekly hair cut? Miss Wingard not “taking up” for the Hi-Y? Leize Scott not speaking for 5 minutes? Marion Pendergrass without freckles? Fred Brooks writing a theme? M iss Holmes not smiling? The Seniors not giving a memorial? Forty-Seven Forty Eight ' .. .. •ryi' 1.1 III ■ • 1 ' nI I i i | iMi i!Ji :Mi|i«| i Iflli. lllij 4-------------- Ml ill •I,;, i .'iiiV’:; •11,1 I III i II I ,ji j_i r i i I ___ Will iiji ijiiii!; in , tei fi-i! i,li � l ViW -. v. fi'-th i mm- mum mw iii iiiai m 1 • t � . i I ■ � !« I • III. I •' ■ « l M1 • • 1 � � .! Mil III •••‘I � • IHll r’ n � i • ■ HIM lf • • •! I� tall.tail i lin n , I H .MU MltMill iaitiitai 111111’!; iMilllll liaatiiai laii'llr II itaaan laiaaaiil llltiaa i Iliiam II'MIW litftMt Forty-Nine « Junior Class History HE Junior class history is a task worthy of the efforts of any historian. It is to be lamented that no historian such as Herodotus, Carlyle, or even Willis Mason West (who has caused no little disturbance to us) was fortunate enough to be acquainted with these Juniors and chronicle these mighty deeds of valor. I, being one of the unfortunate Juniors, will endeavor to give something of our history. Many of us came together for the first time in the auditorium of the old High School building. We felt out of place among the older and more dignified (?) upper classmen, and were somewhat awed by the staff of teachers and our new superintendent. It was here that we met “Fessor” and learned new lessons. After the arranging of schedules and subjects and the novelty of High School life being somewhat worn off, some of our less studious members began to amuse themselves by getting study halls. When their guilty names appeared fifteen times on the study hall lists the offenders appeared in Mr. Briggs’ Office, and received a little discipline. After these little extravagances and outbursts of radicalism, we quited down and worked fairly well. It is with regret that I mention that some of us did not reach the Sophomore class. Those who did survive, however, began their second year in high school with a haughtiness toward all Freshmen. By the time the first reports were issued, we were too much disturbed to maintain our disdain toward the Freshmen. This turned out well for Sophomores and Freshmen. Nevertheless our records as Sophomores improved, as there was quite a number of us exempted from examinations and only a few who had failed. As yet our lives had been blissful. The Demon, “Work,” was yet an unknown quantity to us. We started off our third year in high school very much as we had our first two years. Nothing worried us and we derived loads of fun from criticizing the Sophomores and Freshmen. In about two weeks the teachers had pounded into our heads that we were Juniors and we had to act with more becoming dignity and use our brains to some extent. Since September we have accomplished much. We exhibited as many accomplishments in the annual exhibit as any other class, and successfully executed our biggest task, the Junior-Senior Reception. Making money has been the bane of our existance. We have sold candy and ice-cream and “dope” at games, put on a carnival and once sustained a great loss in the theft of a couple of boxes of candy. But we have paid the price. We feel we are not capable of performing Fifty any labor, manual or mental. Our teachers tell us that our brains have dissolved. At present we are rallying our sunken vitalities to prepare for and win the track meet. Perhaps during the summer, we hope we shall recuperate and come back strong in our Senior year. —WILLIAM BRUNSON, Historian. More Truth Than Poetry (Apologies to Tennyson) I rise from dreams so pure and sweet I hear the school-bell calling I scamper, scamper down the street Amid the rain-drops falling. I slip, I slide, I run, I step. Along the streets so muddy. It surely lakes all kinds of pep. To get to school and study. I hear the bell and this I know That classes end? Vo never; For teachers come and teachers go, But I race on forever. If History or Math. I miss, I almost need protection— And readers fair. I'll tell you this— English is no exception. I cut, I ba te, I sew, I moan, I make Commencement dresses, tVhat I dislike is trying them on (I ruin my coiffeured tresses). And if I win a ‘'Dip, you'll know I’ve put forth strong endeavor For teachers come and teachers go. But 1 work on forever. Fifty-One —E. M. L., ’23. Fifty-Two Soi’HO f ORK Cl.ASS t • . 1 mu � • •• V I 1 as MOM • ' “ ■' . • • 9 • f • 1 1 f mi � • � • i Fifty- Three Sophomore History S Sophomores we are, Freshmen we were, and Seniors we hope to he. We are always striving to succeed, and during the past year we have climbed one step higher on the ladder which leads to our goal, a diploma. 0 Oh, how many remember that important day, in September, 1921, when a troop of various “kids came marching into Florence High? Did I say “various”? Yes, for there -were large ones and small ones, loud ones and silent ones, blondes and brunettes, and almost any other kind you could mention. Kids? Yes, we thoughts we were, among the “know-all Sophs” and the Juniors,------to say nothing of the dignified Seniors. P “Poor things, their enthusiasm won't last long,” some one remarked. “You know, ‘a new broom sweeps clean’.” But there are exceptions to all rules, even this one, for our boys and girls won the track meet and we were the champions of the Basketball Class Teams also. H However, we are not one sided, for we are interested in literary work too. Of course not many of us have taken part on the literary societv programs, but we have been an eager audience. Next year, we hope to show the school that we can perform in the literary society as well the the others. 0 One of our members, Robert Earl Harrell passed into the Great Beyond in our Freshman year. In losing him. we lost one of our best and most loyal members. Not only is he missed by the class, but also by the entire school, for he was a favorite of all. M More school and now we are real Sophomores! We have not lost any of our “pep” during our vacation, but have acquired more than ever. Our first indication of this was a party we gave in honor of the Freshmen. Everyone enjoyed it. even if the Freshies did have to consume a spoon of mush. Fifty-Four 0 One a penny, Two a penny Hot cross buns! Sophomores, Sophomores! Run! Run! Run! All are far behind you, You are in the lead— Sophomores, Sophomores! Speed! Speed! Speed! R Rouse up, ye Freshmen, for you will soon lie Sophomores! Remember you have a name to live up to. For the Sophs of 1923. Have achieved for them a name, A name as pure as crystal A name of lasting fame. F, Enthusiasm, loyalty and perseverance are the keynote to our success. —ANNA PERRY LANGSTON. Historian. A SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN Sam Jones was a nice AMERICAN BOY. His father was a COUNTRY GENTLEMAN and his mother an AMERICAN WOMAN. Sam practiced PHYSICAL CULTURE and always made TRUE CONFESSIONS to his mother. He had a good line of SNAPPY STORIES, stood ACE HIGH in character and dressed in the latest VOGUE. One day he met a pretty YOUTH’S COMPANION, with a cheerful OUTLOOK on LIFE. He soon won her heart with a few LOVE STORIES. After their marriage their home was a paragon of GOOD HOUSEKEEPING. —G. McD. A., ’24. Fill) -Five TVesJxJ_e What is Florence High made of, made of? What is Florence High made of? Work and play, and teachers that stay; And that’s what Florence High is made of. What are her teachers made of, made of? What are her teachers made of? Sound advice and all that’s nice. And that’s what her teachers are made of. Fijty-Six [iuunuiiiiii If ■m - IzniBl'J'jll'HH1 mm iiiltiiliTii iiiiiiiiiiiiuninnniiiiii F. H. S. Calendar 1922 SEPTEMBER 11: School bells ring to the tune of I wish it was summertime. 12: Everybody hard at work trying to arrange easy schedules. IS: Freshmen decide to let Mr. Wade run the school. 20: Miss Bubber Watts begins his football career. 22: Other football stars begin to twinkle. 29: Freshmen, at last settled, already know the difference between “Consultation and “Con solution periods. OCTOBER 11: Wade-Barger Wedding—“Everybody invited.” 17: Holiday for Fair. Senior Girls break record land almost necks) for slipping and sliding while selling sandwiches at game. 20: On account of rain another holiday is decreed so that all may see the Fair. 26: Miss Rollings finds a hobby—maps. NOVEMBER 3: Juniors and Seniors give carnival in High School Gym. 11: Alas! Armistice Day is on Saturday—No holiday. 17: Virginia Ariail contributes sixty-five cents to class Fund by her insatiable appetite. (Eats thirteen sandwiches at Furman-Carolina Freshman game.) Senior girls make a great hit at Furman Banquet. 26: Elizabeth Maxwell and Lettie Roy Green find to their horror and dismay that expression lessons arc not given free! 30: Thanksgiving Day—Darlington very unthankful. DECEMBER 13: Tangerine” robs Florence High of a promising young actress. 20: Girl Reserves make many poor children happy by beautiful Christmas tree. 22: The Christmas Spirit exists among Seniors in rooms 307 and 308. Santa Claus shows marked talent in selecting appropriate gifts. 1923 3: School starts again—only twelve more shopping months before Christmas. 12: Peace of school is disturbed by melodious (?) sounds of orchestra. 20: Oh joyful day! Class rings arrive and exemption lists are published also. 22: Everybody overjoyed! Mid-Term Exams begin. 24: Pupils, by chance exempted, enjoy carefree holidays. FEBRUARY 1: Second semester begins. Mr. Allison is introduced to student body. 4: New bird specie added to High School collection—J. Byrd. 6: Girl Reserves entertain Hi-Y boys with Valentine Party. 7: Mr. Perkins arrives and proceeds to break hearts of teachers and pupils regardless. Also, to begin rehearsals for “Springtime.” All talent in Florence High is displayed at chapel exercises. Bluefield boys are guests. 9: Junior High Pupils become accustomed to regu'ation? at High School and calm down somewhat. 16: Bluefield Basketball Team arrives. Leize Scott and Mary Eliza Crowell shoulder responsibility of entertaining whole team. 21: As usual. 27: Mr. Smith and Mr. Rhame stage marvelous wit combat in pep meeting. Many bouquets thrown by each. 29: Cupid breaks up literary society program. Fifty-Eight « MARCH 23: “Springtime is presented. Town arouses and takes note of dramatic talent in F. H. S. 7: Seniors astounded! Miss Rollings fails to issue warnings of hardships and study at college. 10: Bobbed hair epidemic. New cases reported daily. 12: Mr. Junkins—ah—ah—ah—ah—ah—ah. 14: Seniors are bombarded with literature and offers from Smithdeal Business College. 16: Prof. Briggs arrested for having “lifted an overcoat from the Mens Shop. Iried and found guilty, but liberty regained on promise of good behavior. 20: A trouper. Mr. Bryce, entertains Seniors with readings from Shakespeare. 24: Smith-Allison “Crush” develops. 27: Students arise early to hear Billy Sunday. School doesn't start until ten o’clock. 30: Rhey Werblum postpones her swimming party on account of the freeze. APRIL 2: Senior girls begin graduation dresses under the leadership of Mrs. Klettner (not Miss Byrd.) 5: More style introduced in Florence Hi. Mr. Wade pitches first ball of baseball season. 9: Ed Baldwin and Sam Easterling of 22 are heard in Wofford Glee Club. Congratulations. Alumni. % 13: To the ignorant what appears to be a circus; to the enlightened a Gym exjlibit is held. 17: Miss Galbraith has to go to Columbia! (To read paper in Teachers Convention.) 25: Students begin to develop spring fever. MAY 4: Junior-Senior Reception affords untold pleasure. 12: Same old routine. 18: Seniors “Hitch their wagon to a diploma. and put forth more strenuous efforts. 22: Plans for Commencement are in order. 26: Laggard endeavor to catch up work. 30: Inter-Literary Society Contest. JUNE 1: Seniors come to “parting of the ways.” To the faithful are given diplomas. t’lily Vinr MR. WADE NOW owns a car which WEIGHS ABOUT A TON. MR. SMITH has never met THINKS HE IS THE SMARTEST MAN in THE WORLD, the man who MISS ROLLINGS says one FAILS ought TO get a LECTURE, who MISS GREEN IS strongly opposed to A KNOCKER. MR. RHAME reads that PURCHASED A NEW BUNGALOW, a man MISS WINGARD says that a MAKES TOO MUCIj NOISE IN CHAPEL, certain student The inventory of MISS MARCUS shows that someone DRANK ALL THE ALCOHOL IN THE LABORATORY. MR. BRIGGS IS owner of a dog that is ONE AND A HALF FEET HIGH. MISS LEVIN knows a man who COMMITTED SUICIDE. MISS GALBRAITH tells how Billy Sunday PREACHED AT COLUMBIA. MRS. KLETTNER THROWS the trash on the MACHINES IN THE WASTE BASKET. MISS HALDEMAN FOUND a picture of a girl DANCING ON HER TOES. MISS SCARBOROUGH MAKES comments on girls who make LOVE TO BOYS. MISS BYRD has a friend who GOT MARRIED NOT LONG AGO. MR. ALLISON has no patience with the fellow who CHEWS “CLIMAX . MISS GREGORY BECOMES disgusted with the girl who is TOO VAMPISH. MRS. WYSONG says those who are dead WILL NEVER SING AGAIN. MR. HOUCK heard of a man who GOT A DIVORCE with no grounds. MISS RAVENEL ATE cake after cleaning THE PANS IN THE COOKING ROOM. MISS HUSBANDS WRITES letters on the typewriter, but not LOVE LETTERS; they are business letters TO BUSINESS MEN. Sixty MISS HOLMES JUMPS when a bird flies OUT THE WINDOW. MISS DUSENBURY says the one who TALKS TOO LOUDLY IN THE LIBRARY must go back to study hall. MR. KAISERMAN doesn't approve of the boy who PLAYS A JEW’S HARP. MRS. ANDERSON RUNS the two Literary Societies which are now in THE RACE FOR A CUP. MRS. McEACHERN HAS seen cars that have BEEN DEMOLISHED. MR. TYNER SAWS off boards so that BOYS mav make useful articles IN THE MANUAL TRAINING ROOM. MR. WARR BEATS THE STUDENTS AND TEACHERS to school every morning. THE FRESHMEN CLIMB the ladder of success, and THE WALLS OF THE SCHOOL will surround them only three years longer. THE SOPHOMORES TAKE ancient history and study THE LIFE OF PREHISTORIC MAN. ' THE JUNIORS ARE SELLING blocks of candy AT FIVE CENTS APIECE. THE SENIORS LOSE interest in all except THEIR DIPLOMAS. —V. A., ’23. Sixty One Will Our Dreams Be Like Our Dads ? I You say you have nothing to do just now, Then let us go back to the past, And dreaming the same dream over again. Consider it come true at last. Imagine yourself the same barefoot boy. Who fished in the stream by the road. And scared the school girls almost into fits K ith a wiggling mouse or a toad. First you enter the schoolhouse. built of logs, With a frown not pleasant to see, For then, old pal, we preferred splitting rails, To the constant “a—b—c—d— Your heart's not the kind to stay heavy though. No matter how dull be the day. So turn 'round in your desk and lean far o'er And steal a kiss from Eunice Mae. Now tie Willie's toe to Mary Anne's curl; Steal a big piece of Mable's cherry pie, When she turns 'round to ask if you are the one, You must tell her a big white lie. Your big, bright, round eyes are so innocent. Your little speckled face is so calm. She turns her own questioning eyes away, And lets her fierce gaze fall on Tom. And now a fly lights on Willie's big foot; He jerks it, and oh, what a scream! Yes. yes. my friend, it was Mary Anne's cry, Be still, lest you wake from your dream. When Teacher's calling you up to her desk, “Are you responsible for that?— Then, write I'm a fool' ten times on the board. And then you may go get your hat! You go to the board and with chalk in hand. Think. “What did she tell me to write? Oh! Says she's a fool—how many times—Ten times Poor teacher! But ain't she a sight! The teacher's a fool ten times on the board. And then you may go get your top; You get it and reach the old swimming hole. A mile away, before you stop. The water looks tempting, it runs so cool. On such a smothering hot day. So off with your clothes, boy, off with your clotJxes! Dive straight to the bottom—don't delay! But wait, my boy. the water runs so cool. I say wait; Dont enter the stream. But now it's too late and I knew you would. Yes, knew you would awake from your dream. —C. B. M„ 23. Sixty-Two The Old Schoolhouse Among the interesting spots in and around Florence, is the little one room house in which Timrod, the Southern poet, taught school. This little house is on the old Henry Cannon plantation, now known as the Adams plantation, on the Goose Pond Road, about four miles north-east of the City of Florence. Mrs. Goodwin, Timrod’s sister, was a friend of Mrs. Cannon, and Mr. Goodwin, a friend of Mr. Cannon. Mr. Goodwin had been a merchant in Charleston, but his financies became so low that Mr. Cannon built for him a cottage near his own home, and this cottage is now standing. Mr. Timrod often came to this cottage to visit his finances became so low that Mr. Cannon built for asked Mr. Cannon to let him teach his children. In 1858. he was associated in Charleston with Paul Hayne. doing literary work. It was at the period when the Mid-Victorian writers were in evidence both in prose and poetry. He admired the Brownings and was enthusiastic over Tennyson, memorizing entire poems. His recital of “Locksley Hall was one of the most beautiful interpretations ever heard. While he was original. Timrod’s poems show the influence of Tennyson s style. He was small in stature, of which fact he was sensitive. Possessing the poetic temperament. he was reticent, often abstracted on account of his handicaps of frail health and narrow means. His literary contributions brought small remuneration, and teaching schools was not a congenial occupation. Once when speaking of his early environments, he exclaimed, “I was born in a pewter spoon in my mouth—and that, miserable pewter. Some of his most precious poems were given in exchange for a loaf of bread. When a subject of deep interest aroused him from his quiet manner and low-toned voice, his face grew animated and his eyes brilliant. He was very susceptible to beauty and consequently had several love affairs. But whether his temperament was the obstacle, or the prospect of life with a penniless poet--none were successful, until he met Kate Goodwin. The Goodwins were an English family and Katie had come ovei to America to make her home in her brother’s family. She was a typical English girl, so fair and fresh and joyous as he has pictured her. So no wonder she won his admiration and devoted love. In spite of the prospect of “Love in a Cottage —(practically poverty for neither possessed any money), they married in a few years. Mrs. Goodwin and her brother were mutually devoted, and the two families continued to live together. Then followed the Confederate War inspiring some of Timrod’s most beautiful poems. That exquisite one to “Katie and that of “The Two Rosebuds —written of the little babe who died, seemed to be the expression of his very soul. Doubtless some of his best poems were written or conceived when he lived and taught school in Florence County. He died in Columbia in 1867 and his remains are buried in Trinity Church yard, Columbia. These personal glimpses of our beloved poet are contributions from the remaining Florentines who were in some measure associated with Sir. Timrod during his stay in this vicinity. —CLAUDE GREGG, ’23. Sixty-Three Sixty-Four ► l|umi1111' jr1; S________' Dr! Iilil i i I 1‘l'i 1 1 ril I I 1 I 1 I 1 I I I I I li'lr ! t y!! it! !i!! !•! !i!i!i!iii!i iii wmtm wmirn UlimiLUUUUM.U ■« .� � • mimmmmiiiiii rare ns hi 11 iti,i . l! ijaWC’ A 1� � H lull l« •til '• i!� . 'll. Kill i • WKIStr imtiiuim ii|iiii! nB«iniiu|!!!!!!!i kuM � i'!y!ra L-!-! j| ! a Ml . ' o f- Sixty-Six Criterion Literary Society Sixty-Eight Y T iy.,T|. T 3EE2E5W!1 niiijiii if .ijs ..,!•} 1 'lll'ilrMi!'!1 .'!j .fi i1! t i i'55n V IIP ill •t I _____ jnnmm 1 !!‘!!i!i'!!!li!i i i, '!: ':V|, 1 JiL{rtlrtlJijr i: iiu 11 ■ || Sixty-.Vinc Springtime HE curtain slowly lifted in the high school auditorium. The orchestra struck up an old Southern melody. The audience gazed eagerly on the scene, but as they looked their thoughts went back to former days—the sunny days of the old south—days of cloudless skies and of nights steeped in moonlight for on the stage before them danced a bevy of merry girls, clad in hoop-skirts and boys with cut-away coats, for it was Springtime in those mellow years now gone. But as the audience came from under the spell of enchantment, they saw that the bashful maidens and rollicking swains were not of that day which has passed, but were none other than the Seniors of the Florence High School for there were: Margaret Rutledge in her quaint attire, playing the role of “Priscilla Brewster,” and Tom Stone as “Jack Wainwright.” a chivalrous young swain singing a love song to the blushing Priscilla. Then came Virginia Ariail as “Elvira Eastman” doing the “light fantastic” across the stage. Other members of the cast who showed marked ability and talent were: Claude Gregg, as “Abigail Thompkins,” Clyde Mills, as “Desiree Simpkins,” Thelma Bowling, as “Joyce,” Katherine Moore, as Sue,” Elizabeth Maxwell, as “Mrs. Elkins.” Graham Rose, as “Dr. James Brewster,” Mary Easterling, as “Thankful Standish,” Florence Taylor, as “Primrose Standish,” Badger Baker, as “Tom Higgins.” the Beau Brummel of Boston; William Rutledge, as “Bobby Brewster”, a lion with the ladies, and last, but not least. Morelia Polk as “Zenobia.” The setting for the play was very elaborate and the costumes were well designed. The characterization was worthy of the highest praise. The people of Florence are looking forward to another “Springtime” and the students hope that it will be made an Annual affair in Florence. The “Hi-Y” Club There is a splendid club in our school, IThose members have stuck together, And tried to live by that glorious rule. Of “help the other fellow.” The backers of this club remain, As loyal and true as ever, Though they are sometimes greatly maimed. By the jeers of the other fellow. ITe have no malice against him. Who taunts and mocks us ever. We do our best to still help him, For he is the other fellow. —E. R. P., ’24. The First Girl Reserves in Florence I saw the girl Reserves to-day. Their faces were full of cheer, I asked them why they tarried so long. Before establishing a club here. I said, “We are glad to have you. It means so much to our town, To have a lively sister-hood, For the Hi-Y boys around.” I understand you’ve pledged yourselves. To serve your triangle—blue And ever be earnest and honest. And loyal to truth anew.” —C. L. M., ’24. Seventy Seventy-One Pauline 0 ' Basketball SPONSORS Seventy 0 Seventy-Three Football 22 practice began September the first with about ikies out to contest their way to positions on the Cleven. As usual the squad thinned down to about ;n who were to show their mettle throughout the About this time one Coach Rhame, appeared Hicks’ Field” and made things go his way for the rest of the season. Coach Rhame is a hard worker himself and injects much of his spirit into his players. Florence High School is very fortunate in getting such a man to coach Athletics. „ “Doc” soon picked out the men he thought would probably make a team and began to work the “chlorophyll” out of them. This team stood as it was until the Charleston game and then it was shaken up a bit. The most accomplished backs of the season were Rhame, Capps, King, and Newbury. Rhame, won a name for himself as a line plunger being named by several mentors for the Mythical Eleven. King, also was named for the above eleven. He was undoubtedly the fastest man in High School football on end runs. Capps and Newbury made names for themselves as interference men and field generals of no mean ability. The best linemen that could be found out of the squad were Kafer, Mc-Elveen, Thrash, Jones, Stone, Farmer, Cooper, W., Holman and Wheeler. Captain Kafer was mentioned unanimously as All State End. This great football player is considered by able judges as the best end to be found in High School Athletics. Thrash (Captain elect 1923) was also a good defensive man. This tackle was one of the two F. H. S. linemen to be mentioned for all state honors. McElveen, Holman, Wheeler, Cooper, W., Farmer and Stone were linemen who excelled in fight (the element that walked over Darlington on Thanksgiving Day). Other members of the squad who were honored by being selected to represent Florence High in some of its games were Brunson, Cannon, Baker, Watts, McElveen, Bass and Jones. SEASON’S Florence ...................................52 Florence ...................................50 Florence ...................................66 Florence .................................. 0 Florence ................................... 0 Florence ...................................78 Florence ...................................19 Florence ...................................48 Florence ...................................45 Total .................................354 RECORD Cheraw ................................ 0 Lake City ............................. 0 Timmonsville .......................... 0 Columbia .............................. 6 Charleston ............................44 Orangeburg ............................ 0 Sumter ................................10 McColl ................................ 7 Darlington ............................ 0 67 —M. H. J„ ’24. Seventy-Five Seventy-Six The 1923 Basketball Team THOUGH basketball is new in Florence High School and few of the players have had any real experience before this year, the team, though not winning a high percentage of the games played, displayed good form and a disposition to fight even with odds against them. As for the number of games won we cannot say that the season was a grand success nor can we say that it was an utter failure. Out of the seventeen games played we won eight and lost nine. Tluee of these games were lost to the strong team from Bluefield, W. Va; the other six were lost to teams in the State. The total number of points scored by the F. H. S. Team was 468 to the 526 points against them. The three individuals scoring the highest number of points for the team were Johnson 208, Atkinson 66, and White 44. During the past year there has been shown more real basketball spirit than ever before. All of the games were witnessed by large crowds composed mostlv of students. The interest in the games showed itself at the beginning of the season when more than seventy boys reported for a try-out, on the squad. From this squad there was a league organized composed of six teams. These teams played for the championship of the league. At the close of the league games a squad of twenty was selected and the team was la'ter selected from this squad. Seventy-Seven ■ Seventy-Eight Girls’ Basketball 1923 HE girls' Basketball season as a whole was very successful. While the team was somewhat unfortunate at the beginning of the season, they were playing splendid ball toward the last and proving themselves a match for any team they met. The last game was played with Darlington, Florence winning by a score of 30 to 26. The girls lost their first five games. Many might think that this would dishearten a team, but never once did they think of giving up. They went into each game with a full determination to do their best. It was in the Timmonsville game that they reversed this fate and thereafter maintained a winning record. A few changes were made in the lineup to strengthen the team. Elizabeth Bray was shifted from guard to forward and there she played a wonderful game. This gave the team three forwards—Rhey Werblum, Pauline Oaks, and Elizabeth Bray. Each played splendid ball and deserves a great deal of credit for their work. Elizabeth Howard was changed from forward to jumping center. Here she succeeded in out-jumping every opponent. Cynthia Waters also distinguished herself as jumping center. The side center, Jacquelyn Douglas played steady ball and her efforts contributed much to the victories. Doris Oliver and Captain Mitylene Wysong deserve credit for their splendid work as guards. They always did their part towards winning every game. The excellent passing of the entire team was very noticeable. Miss Green does not lose a player from her team and therefore hopes to put out an excellent team next season. Hamlet ....;.....................19 F. H. S.........................16 Hartsville .....................19 F. H. S.........................12 Hartsville .....................19 F. H. S.........................11 Hamlet .........................16 F. H. S......................... 7 McColl ..........................40 F. H. S.........................20 Timmonsville .................... 9 F. H. S.........................30 Memminger........................14 F. H. S.........................25 Bennettsville ..................17 F. H. S.........................37 Timmonsville ...................12 F. H. S.........................34 McColl...........................21 F. H. S.........................24 Bennettsville ..................22 F. H. S.........................20 Bishopville......................16 F. H. S.........................31 Seventy-Nine Eighty . S. Gymnasium I James Cooper: Chaucer was a funny dog. Walter Gregg: Hows zat: James: “He put so many wags in Canterbury Tales ’ Father: “Who was in the parlor with you last night?” Elizabeth Maxwell: “Why. er-er. only Florence, lather.” Father: “Well when you see Florence, tell her that she left her pipe on the piano.” Miss Levin: “Why are you late?” James Street: “Class started before 1 got here.” Dr. Wade ( At meeting of U. D. C. in the auditorium� : “All pupils will be dismissed from below first.” Miss Levin ‘While explaining geometry): “Now watch this board and I will go through it again.” Miss Holmes (In study hall): “Donald is that you?” Donald McQueen: “Yes'm, this is me.” Mattie A.: “Oh. Lent starts this Wednesday, Selma.” Selma G.: Is it a serial picture?” Miss Wingard: “What was the matter with Milton?” Walter Gregg: “He was too matrimonial.” pVt student in Chemislrv Lab.) : “You will need only one kilogram.” Philip Wilcox (In great perplexity.): ‘‘How are you going to kill a gram?” Eighty-One Miss Wingard (Giving exam.) : “Does any question perplex you?” Ervin Saunders: “No, not at all. The questions are quite clear. It is the answers that bother me.” Miss Marcus: “You can find density in the appendix of your chemistry book.” Sporty Saunders: “Yes, and if the book has been operated on for appendicitis where will you find it?” Mrs. McEachern (In Biology Class) : “Theresa, we said that the anterior is the front of an earthworm. Suppose you tell us what the back of it is called.” Theresa (Very nonchalantly) : Why it is called the bacteria.” Miss Wingard (To English Class): “The period of the common wealth was the only time England did not have a King.” Walter Gregg: “How about Queen Ann's reign?” Horace Coward (On cold December morning) : Miss Holmes, may I get a bucket of heat for the room?” Miss Wingard: “Name one of Timrod’s poems.” Margaret McCall: “The Boll Weevil” (The Cotton Boll.) Virginia Ariail: “Are there any pines in Italy?” James Cooper: “Why. yes, haven’t you heard of the Alpines?” Miss Rollings: “Yancey, why didn’t you read your history parallel?” Yancey: “Because I don't like to.” Miss Rollings: “You will make a very poor doctor if you don't.” Yancey: “Well then I’ll be a horse doctor.” Wilbur McElveen (Upon noting the unusually long French Exam. Exclaimed) : “Miss Holmes, who is going to bring us supper?” Elizabeth Hutt: “I must read the autobiography of Benjamin Franklin.” Beattie Young: “Oh, is that so? Who wrote it?” Mr. Houck: “Franklin, where were shingles first used?” Franklin Wilson (Abashed): “I had rather not tell.” Freddy Rumph: “If Mr. Wade don’t take back what he said to me this morning I am going to leave school.” Tom Stone: “And what did he tell you this morning?” Freddy: “He told me to leave school.” Miss Marcus (To chemistry class) : “What does sea-water contain besides the sodium chloride we have mentioned?” James Bridges (Holding up hand) : “Fish.” Teacher (In nature study class) : “Name the seasons.” Edna Pierce (Who had been taking cooking) : “Pepper, salt, vinegar, and mustard.” Miss Marcus: “What is the difference between washing soda and baking soda?” Graham Rose: “You wash with one and bake with the other.” Richard Edgerton: “Father, I was made fun editor for the Florentine today.” Father: “Well, I knew you were a fool, but I didn’t know everybody else knew it too.” Miss Wingard: “Yancey, what are you going to be?” Yancey King: “A doctor.” Miss Windgard: “And what are you going to be, Wilbur?” Wilbur McElveen: “I’m going to be an undertaker, so that I can take care of Yancey’s patients.” Eighty-Two « Blackwell: “If I break this dish will I be responsible for it?” Teacher: “No, Blackwell, 1 don’t think you are responsible for anything you do.” Miss Marcus (With great dignity) : “1 don’t want the teacher who holds your examination to have reason to think that you are anything but honorable gentlemen.” J. W. Vaughn: “Oh! you know we won’t let her catch us.” “ know I love the Florence High! I cannot tell the reason why; But this I know and won't deny. That I do love the Florence High.” t Joke Editor: “Miss Levin, have you any jokes for the Annual?” Miss Levin: “Yes, the whole geometry class is a joke.” Graham Rose: “Miss Wingard sent me to borrow a sponge for a few minutes, please.” Miss Marcus: “What does she want with it?” Graham: “I don't know, but perhaps she wants to make sponge cake.” Miss Rollings: “Wilbur, who wrote the John Henry letters?” Wilbur McElveen (Innocently): “0, Henry.” Mr. Perkins: “Graham Rose, if you don't come to rehearsals. I'll get the Ku-Klux after you.” Graham: “The Ku-Klux don't bother anybody but Yankees and Negroes.” (Mr. Perkins is a Yankee.) See! See! IFhat shall I see A Latin verb where the noun should be. Mr. Perkins (Impatiently) : “Well—Where have you been?” Graham (Late for rehearsal): “Down on my block.” Miss Marcus: “What is between the ends of the bones in the body?” Selma Gregg: “Mucilage.” (cartilage). Miss Marcus: “Who can name the forms of hard water?” Blackwell Gregg (raising hand) : “I can.” Miss Marcus: “What are they?” Blackwell Gregg: “Ice.” Little Girl (At Fair Grounds looking at the trophv cups of the school) : “Oh. mama, look; They have all of Mr. Wade's wedding presents here.” Eighty-Three A Here’s to our Annual, The Florentine! The names and faces that grace its pages Will always be remembered for ages. Others have come and gone before. But ours will ever be, for it is our history. Our doings to date have been very great But nothing to what will be! —L. YANCEY KING, ’23. Eighty-Five “SANITATION is the KEYNOTE of the DAY THE SELIG COMPANY Disinfectants and Sanitary Products 336-338-340 Marietta St., Atlanta, Ga. 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