Parma High School - Panther Tales Yearbook (Parma, ID)

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I r I' PEACE The problem foremost in the minds of the world today is how to live in peace. In this country cf ours where we are without sounds cf cannons and the droning cf airplanes, we hardly realize what it could mean. We go cn and cn talking of war when we should be talk.ng only of PEACE. The Americas, both North and South, are in the positicn to teach and lead the way of peace. Ours is the most wonderful, and most blessed natcn in the world. No place else is there freedom of speech and press. We can know both sides of every question if we wish, or many sides if there are more than two. We have many problems within cur nation which need all of the attention of our people- but, since the modern devices of transportation and communication bring us so close to the rest of the world it is necessary fcr us to take notice of what is going on, as it affects us much more than most people understand. We have our Congress! Men chosen to rep- resent the people! Wie should give them our assurance of loyal support and trust, as history repeats a house divided against itself cannot stand ! Let us, the youth of the nation, talk peace! Think peace! And encourage peace! Students of Parma High let's help to find a way out that the world may enjoy the good things of this earth as is our heritage. Let the United States lead the way to ever- lasting peace. Once the Prince of Peace said, f'Blessed are the peace makers, for they shall be called the Children of God. Olive Campbell. --P.H.S.-i THE PROBLEM Said the artist: Ill give you five dollars if you'll let me paint you. The old mountaineer shifted his tobacco from one cheek to the other and back again. It's easy moneyf' said the artist. Thar hain't no question ,oout thet, the mountaineer replied, I was jus' a-wonderin' how I'd git the paint often myself afterwards! -lP.H.S.-l THE REAL THING Lady, if you will give us a nickle my little brother'll imitate a hen. You mean he can cackle like a hen?l' Naw, replied the boy in disgust. He wouldn't do a cheap imitation like that, he'1l eat a woimf' ?-P.H.S.--- DEFINED Mrs. Dunbar: Donald, why are you so late this morning? Donald Johnston: 'fMy mother had to wash my peninsula. Mrs. Dunbar: Your what? Donald: My peninsula! Didn't you tell me yesterday that a peninsula was a neck of dirt? 22 A WALK IN THE WOODS One mtrning I was suddenly awakened from deep slumber in my HAMMCCK by the loud cltnglng of the CAMPBELL. I jumped out and yelled, f'Dcn't worry, lVLcm, I a CUMMINGS. I woudn't miss that good fried HERRING and HC NEY and biscuits for anything. Having eaten my breakfast, I decided to go for a welk in the WOODS. As I GAHLEY walked along, I heard some birds who were very good WHISTLERS. ImaginQng me to be one cf thcm made me think that there's really nothing MOORE exciting cn sea NOR-LAND than flying in the air. Soon I came upon a little stream that was filled with MOSS and water-CRESS. After walking several more yards I came upon a place that was once used as a CORRELL but was now inhabited by millions of grass-HOP- PERS. Meandering cn a ways I came upon a little store. I was glad to stop here for I could get a cool drink from the little FOUNTAIN. I asked the little man with LAFLIN wrinkles around his eyes, who owned the store and found that he did. I asked him where he was born and he said, UOSBORNE in SCO'ITland.l' I asked him the PRICE of a package of gum and he said a NICHOL a package, so I decided not to get cne. Later I met a BISHOP who was also out for a breath of air. Presently I came upon a little GREENBANK that was clustered with YOUNG ROSES. I picked a few to put on my BURAU and then ambled on again. Even though my legs are STOUT, I had GROEN tired, so I decided to cut through some I-IEDGES and a STUBBLEFIELD and make my way home shorter. Wfhen Mom saw how tired I was, she said, UGEE I'll GRANT youire pretty tired. W'ouldn't you like a HEIMBURGERT, Yes, I quickly repliedg and put some of that GOOeyING WHITE stuff on it. Put it between some GRA- HAM bread, too Mom. Ida Norland. 1-P.H.s.-1 WHAT WAS IT? It was during mess and the orderly officer, glaring down the long table, demanded if there were any complaints about the food. Private Jones rose slowly and extended his cup: Taste this, Sirl' The officer took a sip, hesitated a moment, and said scathingly: Very excellent soup, I call it. Yes, sir, agreed Jones, but the corporal says it's tea, and the cook served it as coffee, and just now I found a toothbrush in it! P.H.S.-l ACTION WANTED Two senior girls were discussing men. Asked Jessie, Which would you desires most in a husband-brains, wealth or appear- ance?,' Appearance, replied Mary Jane, and the sooner, the better!

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ln ecttttres BE SI RONG fBabcockJ Be strong! We are n t here to play, to dream, to driftg Vlfe have i.a-d work to ao, ind loads to lift. Shun not the struggle- face itg Ls lgods gift. Be strong! Say not, The days are evil. W'i.o's to blame? And fold not the hands and acquiesce-oh shame! Stand up, speak cut, and bravely, in Godls name Be strong! It matters not how deep intrenchcd the wr. ng, How hard the battle goes, the dry hcw longg Faint not-right cn! 'icmorrow comes the song. ---P.H.S.i-- AN ODE TO TIIE SENIORS Well school will soon draw to a close Wlith all .is lessons, joys and woes, But we aren't one bit blue, by gum For summertime to us spells fun! Of course a tear we'll shed for thcse Dear Seniors who from here will go To make their place whate'er it be In this land cf opportunity Wie wish you success one and all And if mishap your way befalls Just think back to days gone by When you were part of Parma Hi And how when there you smiled and won Oelr disappointments as they'd come. And next year we will try to take The places you this year forsake So lower classmen bow ye down To us the Senior of '41! l Renabel Graham. -- P.H.S.l- GLUG GLUG Ice cream sodas Are the very nicest drink, I think there is, With pineapple, or crushed berry And a lot of cooling fizz. But I often raise the quarry why the straw Through which I sup Always seems to snag a berry And then plug completely up! All my efforts and struggles To dislodge it, make the most, Awful squawks and burps and gurgles, Frowned upon by Emily Post. Modem life can be unnerving When we meet itls minor flaws Isn't there some way of serving Smaller fruits or larger straws. Submitted by R. S. N. NOT IN VAIN CEmily Dickinsonl If I can stop one heart from breaking I shall not live in vain: If I can ease one life the aching, Or cool one pain, Or help one fainting rcbn Unto its nest again, I shall not have lived in vain. -S ----P.H.S.l SCHOOL CH1n1y VanDyk:D I put my heart to school In the world where mcn grow wise: Go cut, I said, and learn the ruleg Come back when you win a prize. My heart came back again: New where is th: prize? I cried- The rule was false, and the prize was pain, And the teacher's name was Pride. I put my heart to schorl In the woods where veeries sing. And brooks run clean and cool, In the fields where wild flowers spring. And why do you stay so long My heart, and where do you roam? The answer came with a laugh and a song.- I find this schcol is homef' e-.---P.H.s. - EDITORIAL People of the world come and go-some contribute little to our world of knowledge, some give a great deal. In 1840, it was believed that no more in- ventions cr improvements were necessary for conveniences of our people. Since this time all the modern necessities, such as: automobiles, electricity, telephones, and many others have come into use. We do not realize the new things from day to day, but looking back over the years the changes are clearly seen. Men and wcmen of the world make their contributions and pass on. Some of them live in our memories, others are soon forgotten. A man that will long be remembered by the Parma students for what he has done for edu- cation in Parma is Mr. Lane, who resigned January 8. He contributed 11112 years of strength, knowledge, patience and kindness to helping the students of Parma High School. --l-P.H.S.l- COLD STORAGE Waiter: These are the best eggs we have had for years. Mr. Brandt: Well, bring me some you haven't had so long.

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SCHOOL AGAIN Wlhen vacation time is ended And the school year has begun It means that all of us youngsters Must leave all our fun And go to work in earnest For I'm 'sure you will agree That if we are a success in life There's work for you and me. There are some who're really trying To climb the ladder of success But in spite of this the most of us Are calling them fresh , However, if they keep on trying As we see they're started out, By the time that School has ended They'll know what it's about. The Sophomores are a funny group They're neither first nor last, But they are very happy to know The freshman year is past. And that they now are venturing Toward the Junior Class And after they've left the sophomore year, They have nothing else to fear. The Juniors are a busy bunch, For they have much to do. They have to bolster up their bank And give the senior's banquet, too. And when the term is ended They leave 'school with a cheer, For all successfully have Reached their senior year. We wonder as we gaze around Upon the senior class Why the happy days of High School ln spite of all-must pall. With tears and sighs and fond farewells We bid our friends adieu As they hand us our diplomas We know that we are through. Teachers, classmates and dear friends 'Tis true that we must part, And out into this cruel world Each graduate will start. We hope our friends good wishes As we go on our way And that we will grow better With the passing of each day. Ida Norland -l-P.H.S.l STRONG VERB If you had a little more -spunk, Miss Mc- Pherson said sternly to one of her boys, You would stand better in your class. Now, do you know what spunk is? Yes, Ma'am replied Rex, f'It's the past participle of spank. --P.H.S.l-- TIT-FOR-TAT Ray Laughlin: Woman is nothing but a rag, a bone, and a hank of hair. Helen Douglas: Man is nothing but a brag, a groan, and a tank of air. 23 BASEBALL Baseball has returned to Parma with a bang! after seven years absence. The team was pretty good considering everything that had to be done in order to make a good ball team. The schools on Parma's list included: Marsing, Notus, Wilder. Homedale and Roswell. The members of the team were: Robert Pritchard. Wayne Hopper, Ken Otani, Max Hammock, John Yraguen. Ray Rucker, Tony Yraguen, Merril Bosworth, Joe Yraguen. Others on the squad were : Marion Viaene, Fred Hertig, Eugene J udd, Ralph Hopper, Donald Sayre, Jake Smit, Gerald Jackson, Blake Moore, John Castater. ---P.H.S.--- GIRLS' SOFTBALL This is the first year that Parma High School has had a girls' softball team. They played two games with the following schools: Roswell, Notus, Homedale and Wilder. They were very successful this season. The following was the line-up for the season: Catcher .....,.,.... ...,.... ............................ T wy la Suiter Pitcher .....,,,.., ....... I da Norland First base ,,,,.., .,,,,,,. B etty Correll Second base .,... ., ,,,, ,. Doris White Third base ,..,,. ...,,.,. M arjorie Connor First short ....... ,,,.... E tta Jean Doman Second short .,.... .,....,.,. H elen Douglas First fielder .,,,,.,, ....... P earl Herring Second fielder ....,,,...,.,.,,.i.t.,.t,.,t,,,,,.tt Erma Groen Third fielder .,....,i..,,....,,,.,,,,,,,,i,,..,i. Axella Norland The alternates for first, second and third fielders are Jane Search, Geneva Pierce and Lenna Mae Hammock. P.H.S.-i-- TENNIS P. H. S. Tennis teams again proved them- selves to be among the best in the state this year. The boys' team won matches from Cald- well, Weiser, Nampa, Boise and Meridian. If the good work can be kept up Parma will be State Champions again this year. Most of the matches this year are carried on in tournaments, one being held each Saturday since April 20. John Young is Southwestern Idaho Champion and is picked by leading Tennis authorities to become the State singles champion. The six ranking boys are :John Young, Curtis Young, Sam Smyser, Lowell Sayre, Frank Takatori, Rowland Haegele and Rex McNees. The six ranking girls are: Bonnie Green- bank, Naoma Grant, Elsie Grant, Evelyn Rose, June Rose and Joan Farris. l-P.H.S.-l RECIPE Tony: 'tWhat is college bred? Mr. Yraguen: My boy, they make college bred from the Hour of youth and the dough of old ageli'