Simla High School - Tattler Yearbook (Simla, CO)

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LITERARY SOCIETIES ATHENIAN On Wed., Sept. 26, the Athenian Literary Society met and elected officers. Clyde Morgan was elected Pres., Cecil Greenwood, Sec., and Treas., and Mr. Thompson, Sponsor. Mr. Thompson found that he would not have time to do the necessary work so Mrs. Gammill was chos- en to fill his place. The first program was given Dec. 3. It consisted of Readings, Solos, Songs by the Glee Club and a debate between the Athenians and Delphians. The Athenian Team was composed of Thelma Barnhill, Edgar Hay- cook, and Cecil Greenwood. The question: Resolved that every loyal American citizen should oppose the Ku Klux Klan. The Athenians had the affirmative side and were defeated. The second program was given Feb. 22. It consisted of Songs, Readings, and a one act comedy, entitled, Sewing for the Heathen. It was due to the splendid coaching of Mrs. Gammill in the music and literary that made the programs a success. These programs were very much appreciated by the students and public and were also very beneficial to those taking part as it gave them much needed ex- perience. DELPHIAN On Wednesday, September26, the Delphians met, per- fected their organization, and selected their officers as follows: Ralph Keating Pres., Della Hammel Sec., and Treas., and Mr. Summers, Sponsor. Later Ralph resigned, and Finley Garriott was selected as President. The Delphians won the only inter-society debate of the year. The Delphian team was composed of Margie Van Lopik, Ralph Keating, and Finley Garriott. The programs were given in an excellent manner. The principals had plenty of willingness and enthusiasm, the audiences were appreciative and pleased with the splendid manner in which the principals acquitted them- selves. There was considerable talent for public speak- ing, music, and acting demonstrated,and it is certain that the ones who took part in the programs derived positive benefits from speaking before an audience. The lack of inter-society debates is due to the fact that Simla High had adebating team and it was intended that this team should appear before the programs, but inclement weather prohibited and the practice debates were held before the school. One play was given by the Delphians instead of the usual program. The title was Twelve Old Maids, and the cast consisted of girls of the society. The auditor- ium was filled to overflowing and everyone seemed to enjoy the play. The acting was good and much credit is due to the excellent coaching oi Mr Summers.

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