Medina High School - Medinian Yearbook (Medina, OH)

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VALEDICTORIAN When a group of students whose average seholastic work ranks as high as that of graduates of Medina High Sehool this year, it goes without saying that the person who stands at the head of this rank has abilities that are really remarkable. To comment on all of Santa’s faculties would take more room than this page permits and so we will mention only those which are most out ' standing in her work at school. The casual observer of this class probably would not realize that her powers are so outstanding until he had studied her activities more closely. Why, you ask? Because Santa has that admirable trait of modesty. She carries on her work and helps wherever she can without a word of complaint and without a trace of bragging. Everything she does is done thoroughly, and no matter how busy Santa is everything is done on time without the need of an alibi. Santa will be missed most of all next year, perhaps, in regard to the musical side of our school life Her faithful playing at our assemblies, her large participation in or ' chestra, band, and our operettas leaves no doubt as to her musical ability. In fact, Santa has written original work in musical composition. Besides enjoying her work Santa enjoys a good time. So, all in all, she has a per ' sonality that makes her “everybody’s friend.” With such a start we know that Santa can and will go far in a successful, happy life after leaving Medina High School. — M — “There are no bad orchestras; there are only bad conductors.” These arc the words of Gustav Mahler, one of the most forceful and magnetic conductors of the past. It was through the genius and energy of this man that the art of conducting was raised to the level upon which we find it today. In spite of criticism which is heaped upon orchestra conductors and musicians and in spite of the modern craze for jazz, the symphony orchestra and its interpreter, the conductor, have been surging forward rapidly and through the radio are being brought to the home of each and every person. Although our century does not seem to be pro ' ducing any more Bachs, or Beethovens, or Schuberts or Wagners, I believe as David Ewen believes — that “we are not witnessing the dusk, but rather the dawn of the gods.” The secret of the success of these masters in the art of conducting seems to be the fact that for every ounce of energy they expect their musicians to expend, they contribute a pound. Which fact brings to my mind a little verse that might well remain in the mind of each member of our class: Santa Cosoleto “It’s not what you have But what you give, That measures the value Of the life you live.” Santa Cosoleto T wenty ' J ine

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CLASS PRESIDENT The office of the class president is one that de ' mands among many things, a pleasing personality and scholastic ability, and no one could have filled this office better than Bruce has. His work in all his classes has been good and his attitude is such that any teacher en- joys having him. However Bruce’s interests are not all centered about his class work, but are varied a great deal. He also has a keen sense of humor and believes that “all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.” He likes fun along with his work and has the ability to get fun out of work. An example of this is his interest in photography which has developed in connection with the course in physics. This serves him as an interesting and worthwhile hobby. Another of Bruce ' s interests is in the musical field. He enjoys music and has taken part in our band, or- chestra, and glee club, and his place as drum major in our band will be a difficult one to fill next year as well as he has filled it. In addition to these musical activities Bruce has also had a leading part in operettas given at Medina High School and has shown splendid ability along these lines. Another phase of school life in which he has taken an active part is athletics. He has come out for track each year and, although he never made the team, he has been a reserve for boys ' basketball. And so, summing up all these things, we find that Bruce has the qualities and the ability that make for leadership and success. Bruct Hartman — M — “Through our four years of high school we have not only attained knowledge but companionship, respect, teamwork, and a sense of responsibility. Everyone of us has gained something from school although he may not realize it now. As life goes on, we shall realize that this four year period was not wasted. There is a need in the world to-day for a stabilizing influence. Mob psychology does not apply to an educated person but to those who are unable to think for themselves. We need people who will not be swayed by every little gust of propaganda but will weigh the question carefully before taking sides. If everyone was educated and obeyed the Ten Commandments there would would be no such thing as war, strikes, and crime. The community of which we are a product has developed our education through a good library, good schools, variety of study, athletic and social activities. It is the co- operation of these forces that have trained us. We owe the community much and in return we shall give it loyalty and good citizenship. We hope to make the Class of ’38 an outstanding chapter in the History of Me- dina High School.” - — Bruce Hartman Twenty-Eight

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SALUTATORIAN The salutatorian of a graduating class holds a high honor, that of second place in the scholastic ranks of the graduates concluding their high school work. Dotty not only holds this place hut in addition has other qua ' lities that make her most outstanding. Too, she always makes it a point to have her work prepared on time and is willing to do whatever she is asked to do. Perhaps the first thing that strikes you upon mak ' ing Dotty’s acquaintance is her vivacity. It is this lively personality of hers, alert and eager, that her friends find her most distinctive characteristic. Dotty has wide interests that range from construct ' ing castles to baking cakes, in both of which she has proved her talent. Anyone who has seen the castle which Dotty built in her Junior year knows that she has creative ability. Dotty also takes an active part in Girl Reserves. Here she again evinces that distinctive personality that is hers alone. With these things in mind we can say that Dotty’s life will be one of happiness and satisfaction. Dorothy Foote — M — “The class of 1938 extends its greetings to its relatives and friends. The ancient Greeks were immortalized by their sculpture which they used for a twoTold purpose. First, it was a medium of telling stories. For example, in statues, Minerva, goddess of wisdom, is always shown wearing a helmet, bearing on her breast the snaky head of Medusa, and carrying a sword in her hand. This recalls the legend of her birth. Jupiter, believed by the Greeks and the Romans to be the king of the gods, had a severe headache one day. To get relief from the pain, Jupiter ordered his black ' smith to strike him on the head with a sword. As a result of the blow Minerva, fully dressed in armor, sprang from his forehead. The second purpose for which the Greeks used sculpture was to portray their ideals and thoughts. Their figures and decorations usually were either warlike or beau ' tiful creatures. These two kinds of figures represent the two main characteristics the Greeks possessed — a warlike spirit and a love for the beautiful. There are several processes by which sculpture is created. A block of some hard ' ened substance, such as wood, marble, or granite, is chiseled or filed down to the de ' sired shape. When working with soft materials another process almost opposite to this is used. Starting with a small amount of material the figure is formed by slowly adding more, all the time working and shaping it until it is finished. A material that can be melted is shaped in a different way. First a mould is made from a clay replica of the de ' sired figure. Then the molten metal is cast in the mould. Our history in Medina High School has been like that of a piece of sculpture. We have been moulded through education to exemplify definite ideals and standards. In exemplifying these we must use our best ability and continually correct the flaws we detect for it is often these constant corrections that make the greatest difference in our lives.” — Dorothy Foote Thirty