Russell High School - Pointer Yearbook (East Point, GA)

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T0 PROF. JAMES T. MCGEE, Our Beloved Superintendent, in appreciation of his loyalty and unfailing guidance through four useful years, we, the graduating class, dedicate this, the first volume of THE POINTER. HP Page Six

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WILLIAM A. RUSSELL William A. Russell was a man very much admired by his friends and ac- quaintances. His sterling qualities and love won him the affection of his nephew7 John J. Eagan. He taught this nephew llto travel the straight and nar- row path,, and trained him to be of value in the business world. Our school was named in his honor at request of Mr. Eagan. Mr. Russelljs greatest work has been described by Mr. Marion Jackson as the making of John J. Eagan into the MAN that he was. JOHN J. EAGAN When only three months old, Mr. Eaganas father died and his mother, alone in the world, moved to Atlanta to earn a living for him. When a very young boy, his uncle, Mr. William Rus- sell, took an interest in him and edu- cated him. At thirteen, he was converted to the Christian faith. He soon became a very unselfish and devoted Christian. His character was a beautiful example for all. He was thoughtful of other people and especially fond of Children. He was loved and respected by his friends and was always ready to help the needy. His generosity prompted him to give all the profits of his Birmingham plant to his employees and finally to give the whole plant away. In 1922 he pre- sented East Point with the beautiful ten- acre tract upon which Russell High has been erected. I1 5w Page Swen