Murphy High School - Mohian Yearbook (Mobile, AL)

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Department Stresses Basic Grammar Three thousand ninety-two sophomores, juniors, and seniors attend one hundred seven classes in the English Department. This is the only subject required during all three years at Murphy. Whether a student plans to further his education or to begin his career, a thorough knowledge of his own language is essential to his success. Arranged homogeneously in three levels, sophomore and junior classes arc designed so that each student can attain his capacity. Those who desire a strong foundation in Eng- lish are offered elective courses in journalism, speech, and dramatics. A choice of world literature, creative writing, or English is offered to seniors. Twenty-two instructors, headed by Miss Hope emphasize the fundamentals of grammar. MRS. CATHERINE BURNETT, English; Texas Univer- sity for Women, B.A., B.S., Texas Christian U., M.A. MRS. MILDRED H. COUSAR, English; Winthrop Col- lege, A.B., William and Mao'. MISS KATHARINE HOPE, English, World Literature; Huntingdon, A.B., Peabody College, M.A.; Bible Study Club; Head of Department. Azalea Trail rehearsal is directed by Mrs. Lois Delaney. MRS. FLORENCE BALDERSON, English; University of Alabama, B.S. MISS JOYCE COKER. English; Livingston State College, B.A. MRS. BARBARA CROPP, English, Speech; Mississippi State University, B.S. MRS. LOIS JEAN DELANEY, Speech, Dramatics; West- ern Kentucky State Teachers College, A.B., University of Alabama, M.A.; Four Arts Club, Senior Class Sponsor. 20

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Phase Of Murphy Operating Murphy High School, a complex, demanding job, is the business belonging to the Administration. Co- ordinated by Mr. R. B. Taylor, this group of school per- sonnel handles problems ranging from discipline to guid- ance and exerts influence over ever)' phase of the school’s operation. Divided into three offices, the administration is specialized to cope with problems efficiently. Mr. Tay- lor’s office is concerned with supervision and coordination of the complete school. Financial matters arc taken care of by the Business Office. The Guidance Office aids stu- dents in facing the broadening scope of education. The Adult and Veteran Division, under the supervision of Mrs. Louise Hamil, offers classes at night to adults and students who need extra assistance. By maintaining Murphy’s ef- ficient operation the Administration insures that the school serves as an important part of Mobile. Mr. Willcox checks state textbook forms. Gcrri Andrews lends Mrs. Bodiford a helping hand with monthly Alabama Register reports. MRS. RUTH PERDUE, Receptionist. MRS. MYRTLE SLAUGHTER. Registrar. MRS. DOROTHY STOUT, Guidance Counselor; Birm- ingham Southern, B.A., U. of Alabama, M.A. MR. RAYMOND B. TAYLOR, Principal; Auburn U., B.S., U. of Alabama, M.A. MR. HENDERSON B. YOUNG, Assistant Principal; Livingston State College, B.S., U. of Alabama, M.A. MR. CHARLES O. WILLCOX, Assistant Principal: Howard College, A.B. 19

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With hi office assistants Mr. Wilkie compiles the discrepancy report during his duty period. MRS. MARGARET GATES, Reading Laboratory; MRS. BETTY GRAHAM, English; University of Alabama, B.S. MISS ELIZABETH GREEN, English; Spring Hill, A.B., Auburn, M.A.; Future Nurses. MRS. RUTH GROOM, English; University of Alabama, A. B., M.A.; Junior Historic Club; MISS MARIE A. NICHOLS, English; Alabama College, B. S., University of Mississippi, M.A.; Argument, Inc. MRS. RUTH POOLE, English; Park, A.B., Northwestern. MRS. FLORENCE REPLOGLE, English; Auburn U. B.S., Florida State U., M.S. MISS EDITH RICHARDS, English; Alabama College, A. B., Harvard. MISS ANNE SAVAGE, English; Washington University, B. A., U. of S. Mississippi, M.A. MRS. MELBA M. TURNER, English; U. of Alabama, B.S.; Red Cross. MR. ROY WILKIE, English; University of Alabama, B.A. MRS. LONA WILSON, English; Livingston State College, B.S., Peabody College, M.A., University of Alabama, A.A. Certificate. 21