New Lexington High School - Lexingtonian Yearbook (New Lexington, OH)

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Senior Class History T LAST, our dreams are about to be realized, and we are to quit dear old N. L. H. S. forever. Just four years ago, in 1913, we did not think that the day would come so soon when we must say goodbye. Our Freshman class I suppose, would be classed by the name of “Greenies” as all Freshmen have been since the beginning; but we really did not care about the name applied to us, because we knew, down in our hearts, the name should not be applied to such a bunch. So we labored thru the Freshman year with all its knocks and trials, and entered on our Sophomore year with as much fervor, and not as much timidity, as when we were Freshmen. How important we felt when we could look do yn on the little “Freshies” and play the little tricks on them that the Sophomores had played on us; but then there was something of sympathy for them among us for we knew how to sympathize. The Sophomore class was no less industrious or brilliant than we had been as Freshmen, for we determined to carry the name all through our course, that of a bright and well-behaved (?) class. There were not quite so many Sophomores but enough to be heard when it was necessary. When we entered upon our Junior year, we felt proud, haughty, important and great To think that only one year remained to us and only one class above us. Of course, this year wras the year in which our history really begins because it was then that wre attracted some notice from the other classes, and began to be asked our opinions upon matters of importance. During our Junior year w-e selected our flower, motto and colors to which we have always been loyal. A. J. Yauger was elected our class president and Corynne Crossan our secretary. We had no athletics this year but the Juniors’ ability was allowed to be shown in another way. A play “Fi-fi of the toy shop” was a huge success. Almost every Junior girl took part in this play either as a “doll,” a brides’ maid or some other character. Of course, there were people from other classes in the play but it may be counted a credit to the Juniors as well as to them. The annual exhibit was held that year also, and the “pep” of the girls was really amazing. We all brought our best fancy work, and even made candy to sell to the visitors. Miss McElroy was always planning something to make our room pleasant and enjoyable, and when it took the banner for three months, she prevailed upon Mr. Pemberton to allow us to celebrate and so for one whole period we ate ice cream and chatted and really had a wonderful time. The last day of the school year, we also had a spread It cannot be described on paper our feeling when we entered N. L. H.S. as Seniors. The time seemed so brief when we looked back, and thought of the time when we were “Freshies” and envying the Seniors. Oh! How' we envied them. But now' the case is reversed, and if the hearts of the Seniors could only be read, they would all be envying the Freshmen the four pleasant years they have before them. But this year has been a very busy and a very happy one. So many new' teachers were added to the corps, and so many new rules made that every-jhing seemed different. 27

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ANYS BLACK “ Is she not more than painting can express?” Anys is one of the most competent members of our class, and, as secretary, she has worked faithfully. She has attended our high school for the last two years, and in that time has gained many friends. Anys is one of those who put their thoughts into words, and therefore, we have never been at doubt as to her opinions on certain questions arising in the class. As an author of short (?) stories she is unexcelled. Whatever her future may be she will prosper, never mind. SADIE WHITLOCK “She’s a beautiful and happy girl.” Sadie Whitlock is a rather large girl with dark hair. She thinks her Physics lesson a treat, and that the teacher is fine. She is happy all the day, and always willing to take a part in matters which concern her. She has not disclosed her future to us, but we judge that she will not think of matrimony for a few years anyway. As she goes thru life may she ever cherish dear her beloved classmates. I. N. POLING “Experience is by industry achieved, And perfected by the swift course of time.” I. N. Poling is this year, a graduate of N.L.H.S. He attended school at Ada and altho he did not remain there until he cotdd gain a diploma, nevertheless, he worked hard and accomplished a great deal while in that school. From then until the present time (which has been about thirty years) he has taught school in Jackson Township. As he now thought he would like to acquire a first-grade high school diploma he has chosen to graduate with our class and is indeed welcome. 26

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Under the management of Mr. Will athletics were again brought into the school and the season was ushered in by a track meet in which the Seniors came out first, not taking all the points but enough to make them leaders. Then Basketball was the main thing on the program and the High School team was one of the fastest in the state, meeting only a very few defeats. With all our happiness and good times this year was saddened by the death of James Flowers. James was a member of our class until ill health forced him to quit school and his death was a sad shock to all. We have had our joys and sorrows alike this year but have tried to make the best of it and believe we have accomplished as much as any class which has left this dear old school. Louella Manspeaker. 28