Roanoke High School - Acorns Yearbook (Roanoke, VA)

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1919 SIZIJIUS Elf 1308110 GERTRUDE. ELLIOTT NOELL And her modest answer and graceful air Show licr misc anal good as she is fair. To write a short sketch of the period of Gertrude's career spent among us is hard to do, for pages would be required in which to record the qualities of one so talented. Gertrude not only stars in English fin which she generally plays the role leading ladynj but in her other studies as well. Peep into Miss -Ienning's grade hook- it will tell the tale. Whenever a classmate wishes a passage in poetry interpreted or a prop. in Geometry explained, it's always- Oh! let me ask Gertrude! We find her ever ready and willing to do her best-and it is 'ihestn too. Gertrude not only shows much depth of thought in interpreting poetry, but also in composing it--not the school girl verse, hut such as Shelley or Keats might value. 'Nine- teen's sincerest wishes to you-' Maid of Youthug we remember and cherish what to us your life has meant. G. C.: A. A.: R. C.g M. W. L. S. OTILIA IRVING OVERSTREET l am in earnest: I will not cquivocalep I will not excuse: I will not relrcal an inchf I will be heard! Round as to figure, square as to ability, three-cornered as to intellect, smooth as to disposition, are the ingredients which go to make up one of the hest, the truest and the most substantial girls in our class. when Lady Irving walks down Senior row we feel the air vibrate with importance. She is a bonnie lass with a wholesome light radiating from her'deep brown eyes and she is a type which invariably 'draws from one the same conclusion-' She'll malce some man a mighty fine wife. Irving is extremely romantic and always has usomethin' thrillin ' to tell. Despite her many ulovers' quarrelsu we think she's ever Neren closer to ,Iohn. Whatever her plans for the future may he-raising chickens on the farm or studying medicine, we wish her great success and prosperity. G. C.: A. A.g Sec. M. W. L. S. 'l7g Pres. G. C. 'I8-t9g joke Editor ACORNS 't9g Pts. of H. 8. BERNICE LUCILLE PETERS The glory of a firm capacious mind. Lucille, one of the most attractive girls of our class, by her tender- ness and gentleness of manner has won our hearts. 'Cile is a jolly good sport and is always ready for some mischief. When there is any place to go you may hear her say, 'Oht leave the lessons and let's go.'i It is a wonder how well she gets on in her studies. Lucille is a good student in all of her classes, especially English- sometimes hardly seeming human in using her imaginative powers: so far do they soar from our sights that when reading her essays or stories we feel ourselves traveling fast through an atmosphere of fancy into the world of Dreams. This little English star was unani- mously chosen Prophet of the 'Nineteen Class. 'Cile has not decided what she will do in the future: although she often talks of teaching we do not know whom? P ? Dear old chum, we the Class of 'I9 wish you the greatest success possible in whatever vou do. A. A.: R. C.g G. C.: M. W. L. 5.5 Sec. B. C.g Class Prophet.

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urns uf Iliualiuke 1919 'VIRGINIA LUCILLE MUNDY Hang Sorrow! Care will kill a cal: Therefore lel's be merry. Lucille is always ready for fun and a good time. She was never known to work diligently day by day, but when exams roll around she burns the midnight oil and always comes out on top. Lucille has the distinction of finishing school in three years but she says she can't understand how she did it, There is a mystery about Lucille- shl sh! every moming she slips in about five minutes after the last bell. Lucille has a habit of dreaming in Civics Class-but she won't tell of whom she is dreaming-and when Mr. Layman calls on her she jumps and blushes prettily at being so suddenly called back to earth. Lucille expects to go to college but hasn't decided where. We know that wherever she goes she will always have the best wishes of every one at R. H. S. M. W. L. Sq R. C.g G. C.: A. A.: Bt. B. 'l8-l9gTreas. Bible Class 'l9. JOHN SIMMONS WELLFORD Barn lo give joy anal bring peace lo the 1vorlcl. A humorist and singer of note, a brilliant student and an all-round boy-that's John. By his earnestness and conscientiousness John has made a lasting impression upon his fellow students as well as the Faculty as a boy of clean habits, sound judgment and deep convic- tions. John, having been with us only three and one-half years, has not taken an active part in the sports of R. l'l. S.. but if you call mingling with the fair sex a sport he is right there with the goods. John expects to study for the ministry after leaving old Roanoke High and we predict for him a bright future crowned with laurels of success and happiness. A. A.g R. C.: S. C.: L. S.: Organiza- tion Editor 'I9 ACORNS. . EDNA ROBERTA MOORE 'She has a pair of eyes that speak of love 'n everything. Roberta's eyes are wonderful and attracted our attention at first sight for although these Roanoke for them ing school in their but when Roberta lovable disposition midst. Roberta has us all wondering just how she can keep up school work for her conversation never borders on school subjects were developed in Salem she had to come to to be appreciated. Generally speaking one enter- Senior year seldom becomes a part of that class, came to old R. l-l. S. we all took notice for and happy face made us welcome her into her our her but always about her dates. Anything concerning dates, dances and the movies interests her and we are still left to wonder if even the Exams at the end of the term will divert her mind. We do not know exactly what Roberta is planning to do in the future but the best wishes of the Class of 'l9 go with her. A. A.: R. C.g G. C.

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GBUS Df RUH1'tUli2 1919 COSA ELIZABETH REYNOLDS 'iW1zal strained touches rhetoric can lend. Cosa is a care-free, happy-go-lucky girl-one always ready to help a struggling classmate. She never seems to worry over her lessons, but the grade book shows her great ability. Cosa's fondness for literature and skill in writing composition have won for her the praise of the English teachers-but not the study hall Ukeepersf' She has never been known to occupy her pew in silence. This lucky chatter- box spends much of her time not only in writing essays but also in composing poetry-why one might think her a pupil of Keats! H 'Nineteen's wishes accompany you, true friend, while climbing' the ladder of poetic fame. A. A.g R. C.g M. W. L. 5.5 G. C. PAUL. REVERE. SHEAHAN Colden opinions from all sorts of people has he. Paul, during his years of toil in high school has missed three entire fall terms. Because of this the Class of 'IS suffered a big loss, but 'l8's loss was 'l9's gain. Each time Paul has retumed the glad hand has been waiting for him, for with his return a good athlete and fine man is within the fold. In discussing the prospects for Baseball every year it is said, to begin with there's Sheahan on First. Paul has also won distinction in Basket-Ball and Football. This fall he was in the army. The Kaiser heard he was coming so decided to surrender. Although he is not known to burn midnight oil he usually passes his subjects with credit. P. R. has a pleasing personality and always has his jokes along. His favorite expression is, Well, I'll see you in the funny paper. He can shake a foot with the best, according to the ladies. Paul has held many offices which testifies as to his ability and popularity. In fact he is well liked by all who know him. Have I not said enough? B. B. 'l5- I6-I7-I8-19g Capt. '17-183 F. B. 'l7g Bt. B. 'I7-I8-l9g Capt. 'l9g Pres. A. A. 'I7-IB: Treas. Junior Class 'I8g Chair. S. C.g l... S.: R. C.: Pts. of H. 6. ' BERTHA MAY RUETER What signijics the life 0' man If 'tnzerc na for the lassics, O. This demure little lady has only been with us a part of her high school career but it took us just a little while to find her true place among us. She is one of our Stars in every class and her grades often dazzle the eyes of her fellow classmates. Talk about being happy!-You should have seen her on Peace Day with such a big bundle of morning papers and a face wreathecl in smiles, but we were not a bit surprised as that was just a part of a wonderful game which she is playing-and diamonds are trumps! We did not wish Bertha to leave us but in spite of our protests Young Lochinvaru swept down upon us and took her. They are now sailing in that silvery yacht of the dear, old Honeymoon. lVlay they have long lives of happiness, health and prosperity, is the wish of the 'l9 Class. R. C.g A. A. .