Salem High School - Quaker Yearbook (Salem, OH)

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It Was In The Fall Of 1932-- -when about 200 wide eyed kids with the scent of Junior High fresh in their neatly combed hair made their appearance in the halls of S. H. S. From all outward appearances and as far as the dignified and blase upper- classmen were concerned, this was just another crazy group of giggling greenhorns. i 'But it did not take this seemingly green gang long to break into the intricate routine of high school life and finally show their true colors. Just as they learned to find their way through the labyrinth of halls, so they learned that high school held more than mere work-a-day routine. For the first time in the history of the Freshman Class in Salem High, they organized. Jimmy Campbell was elected President, Lois Dil- worth, Vice-President, and Secretary Treasurer Vance Stewart. Many chose athletics, some music, and others varied activities. Money making projects were promoted and before they knew it they found their estate of Frosh at a termination. . . ml In artin eave And Then In 1933-- -We're Sophomores, We're Sophomores! Hooray! This was the joyful strain which rung through the lower south hall of the old school when the doors opened after a summer of revelry. Sophisticated Sophomores! That's what they were. Now it was their turn to scoff at the bewildered Frosh. It was now their turn to high-tail after the scampering scamps on that fatal Halloween night. Yes, this was the life. One down and three to go. Many promising athletes blossomed out this year in football, track, and basketball. Election was held and James Campbell was re-elected to lead the destines of the class of '36. Eddie Pukalski was elected Vice- President and Vance Stewart was again Secretary. The Freshman-Sophomore hop was again held in the gym April 20, with great success. Under the sincere guidance of Miss Smith. the class made this year a grand success financially, fraternally, and scholastically. Page 18

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When 1954 Rolled Around -- -this same class emerged from the estate of Sophomores to the more dignified position ol' Juniors. High school and the novelty had com- pletely worn off and they began thinking of the more serious side of life. This year was one filled with an abundance of activity. Again James Campbell was elected President, Eddie Pukalski, up-and- coming athlete became Vice President, Vance Stewart was once more Sec.-Treasurer. The Junior play was the Rouverol Comedy, Growing Pains . The Junior Class party went off in fine style. The great day in the life of every student came to these students as the year drew to a close. THE PROM . The banquet and the dance, the lovely flowing gowns and the neat summer attire of the men under the softly glowing lights and the gay decorations made a picture more colorful than any artist ever painted. The class leaders gradually assimilated the leading positions in the school and now the score was three down and one to go. ehiml Us . . And So In The Spring Of '36 -- Finally this same class that entered Salem High School four years ago, ieave this place in which they have lived the happiest years of their lives, with a keener insight on living. They have been struck with the startling realization that they are now on their own and they are facing a world as a mere freslinian in the school of life. What they have learned here will prove indespensable to them in the widely varied fields which they have chosen. But the bulk of their knowledge in living must be obtained in that well known institution of highest learning, the school ol' hard knocks and under the relentless tutelage of old man experience. Not a few tears ot' sorrow and regret stood in the sparkling eyes of the gaily dressed Seniors at the grand and glorious Prom when they real- ized that with the playing of Home Sweet Home by the orchestra their High School life was at a close. They have gone now and the world is open to them. Page 19