Miamisburg High School - Mirus Yearbook (Miamisburg, OH)

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irlsi Athletic Association The G. A. A. this year has done its part in the War efiort by giving up their annual hay ride and picnic which were called oft because of transportation problems. They also did their part by buying two twenty-five dollar bonds during the last school term. The purpose of this association is to promote interest in activities, scholar- ship, fellowship, and to improve the girls mentally, physically, and socially. The girls earned their letters this year by taking part in after-school activities which consisted of soccer, basketball, baseball, and volley ball. They also could do hiking, bicycling, and obey health rules to get their points for a letter. Each girl must have five hundred points or she does not receive a letter. The G. A. A. started the year by having a Weiner roast in Andrew's woods. It was at this time that the new members were initiated. About sixty girls attended the Weiner roast and of these sixty, about twenty-five were new members and had to be initiated. The most outstanding event of the year for the G. A. A. members and their friends was Cupid's Caper. It was at this dance that the girls wore formals instead of skirts and sweaters, and the boys wore suits instead of overalls. Chuck Chastain and his orchestra furnished the music. The committees which worked so hard to make the dance a success were: Orchestra, Shirley Friermood tchairmanl, Ioan Staley and Elaine Ridingerg Decorations, Mary lane Cook tchairmanl, Ioan Lambert, Miriam Kaylor and Nancy Bussard: Programs, Doris Lahman tchairmanl, Lavada King, and Grace Shackelford. The Home Economics class made the punch and Betty Christman, Mary Lou Stabus and Betty Zechar served it to any of the guests who grew thirsty while dancing. There were a lot of girls who helped make the dance a success although they weren't on the committees. Everyone who took part in the Grand March was presented with dime banks as favors. This year the G. A. A. has done nothing toward making money for their club treasury as they seem to have enough. The Girls Athletic Association is under the leadership of Miss Traxler. The officers for the year are: president, Miriam Kaylorp vice president, Shirley Friermood, secretary, Elaine Ridinger: treasurer, Louise Richardsg and the freshman representatives were Shirley Schneider and Rose Galusha. lt has been an honor and privilege for the senior girls to be members of such an active organization, and we should like to leave them with our sincerest wishes for continued success in their activities. Cour Cl oi . . . Q Y 1906 SILBERMAN'S 1943 Miamisburg's Oldest Drug Store

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Grail Girls The Grail Girls have had Miss Herboltzheimer as leader again this year. The Grail Girls, as the Girl Reserves are a part of the international Y. W. C. A. A few years ago, all four grades of the high school were represented in the Girl Reserves. Then, the membership became so large that one club could not take care of all the members. So, the Grail Girls Club was formed. Freshmen and sophomores were eligible for it While the juniors and seniors were retained. by the Girl Reserves. They started the year out with an initiation which caused much nervousness and anxiety on the part of those who were being initiated. Everyone enjoyed going about town and gathering the various articles required in the scavenger hunt. When it Was over, the winners received prizes. An amateur hour also provided them with a great deal of enjoyment. The Patriotic Prance, given by this club was one of the highlights ol the year. It took the place of the cotton formal which is usually given in the spring of the year. Their club meetings included much activity and many things of interest. At one meeting Miss Iennings spoke on Easter and the Easter Season. Mary Ellen Kaylor read the story of Easter from the Bible. At another, the Hi-Y met with them in a joint session. A dance immediately followed it. There are twelve members on the Cabinet and each one is at the head of a committee. The members, who were chosen as officers this year were: president, Bona Burns: vice president, Nancy Bussardp secretary, Mary Lou Staubus, and treasurer, Mary Lou Rammel. Courtesy of . . . HOFFMAN'S CIGAR STORE ...2 8.- i

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66 he Blue and hite 9' In the year 1923, a new activity was added to the curriculum of M. H. S., that of publishing a school newspaper for the edification of those who wished to remain always posted on the happenings of their school life. First sponsor for the paper was Miss Mary Parker Brown, with the editorship in the competent hands of Dorothy Kinclerdine. Up to the present year of 43, many changes have taken place since the birth of The Blue and White. Editorship is now in the capable hands of Onnolee Morris and Miss Helen W. Kimmel carries on efficiently as our sponsor. In order to merit a position on the staff, it is essential to have a recom- mendation from an English teacher. If the applicant possesses the qualifications required, he receives an invitation to become a reporter. Comparatively different from the first Blue and White, our paper now has a circulation of about five hundred, and is printed, not mimeographed as it was prior to a few years ago. Many years ago, our paper was smaller and directly based on a type of magazine. It has decidedly changed now. The Blue and White is not only larger CQV2 in. by l6 in.l but highly resembles all our local newspapers. The course in journalism gives the student a certain credit. The amount he receives is determined by several things: the work he submits, his efficiency and other requisites. By belonging to this traditional paper, a student acquires a knowledge of the newspaper world, effectiveness in his writing, a sense of responsibility, and an appreciation of what news really is. Libraria This is the second year we have been privileged to have Libraria with us. It is an honorary club. To belong to it, an A- average in English for two semesters and no grade lower than C in any subject is required. The year started off with a potluck supper and ended with a formal dinner at the Peerless Pantry with a dance afterwards. Miss Catherine McKnight, the new librarian, was a guest at the affair. The plan under consideration for next year is that each member shall be assigned to one of six activities and work for the school and for programs in the club. The groups are: Art, Poetry, Creative Writing, Books, Drama and Periodicals. The school librarians are members of Libraria and Miss Reed has taught them many useful things about library work. Miss Reed and Miss Garster, teachers of English, are the sponsors. The officers for this year were president, Dale Whitesell: vice president, Cecilia Gattsg secretary, Onalee Morris: treasurer, Earl Van Ho. They chose for next year: president, Tom Hauesslerp vice president, William Kerth: secretary, Paula Dudley: treasurer, Tom Ross. Congratulations to Class ol '43 . . . STAR CLEANERS AND DYERS -30...