South High School - Pot O Gold Yearbook (Lima, OH)

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- E, I , 4 Parks Younkman Vore Sznclarr Griffith Thorrlng Tuclor Young Hughes Mathematics, Music, and Art HE fields of mathematics, music, and art offered many opportunities for the development of accurate thinking, musical ability, and artistic talents among the students. Those whose interests were mathematical found extensive instructions along these lines. Classes were taught in almost every branch of mathematics, ranging from simple arithmetic to solid geometry. Musically inclined students were provided with an intensive course in harmony and the history of music. They also participated in group singing and orchestra Work. Art lovers were given lessons in sketching and painting and studied famous works of art, The Mathematics Department was supervised by Mr. C. F. Hughes, who taught ninth year algebra. advanced algebra. and solid geometry. He was aided by a staff of eight teachers. Mr. C. F. Sinclair and Miss Hattie Thoring taught plane geometry and ninth year algebra: Miss Louise Taggart, ninth algebra: Mr. Dee Young and Miss Mary Tudor, eighth grade mathematics: Mr. G. Vore and Miss Ruth Griffith, seventh grade mathematics. Miss Helen Walter taught mathematics to the seven A group of pupils. Music also played an important part in the school this year. Mr, F. E. Parks was in charge of this department. He taught seventh, eighth, and ninth grade pupils. Mr. Parks directed several musical organizations, including the Boys' Glee Club, the Girls' Glee Club, the Chorus, and the Orchestra. He also led the student body in songs during the mass meetings. Mr. J. M. DuPere directed the band and gave lessons on various Wind instruments. Mrs. Hazel Younkman, head of the Art Department, taught classes of seventh, eighth, and ninth year art pupils. lklrs. Younkman also supervised an art exhibition in March. Several extra-curricular activi-ties were guided by members of these de- partments. Mr. Sinclair was faculty manager of athletics. and Mr. Vore was a supervisor of the Delta Chi debating club. ..:t,7.v.,.,. .. ,... .,....,..,,..-...,.-..,,,, ., .-7-s....,-.........,--- f,.,.,.....,...,... , . .,,, - , 5 .- -- - A V, I as ilu H t..f.e twelve

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mln su., .Q 3 ..il1..l-.- Harler Xlfuller Bowlus Byerly Bowyer Dildine Glassford Marvin Shreves Troul English PON this group of teachers has fallen the task of teaching the students the elements of correct English, the art of writing, the importance of public speaking, and an appreciation for literature. Under their guid- ance, the pupils learned the proper use of words in our language and acquired the ability to express their thoughts clearly. Practical training in business letter writing was also given. The higher classes offered courses in public speaking and debating, and the literary works of the great authors and poets were studied. The English Department was under the supervision of Miss Marie Bowlus, who taught the Seniors. Miss Genevieve Marvin and Miss Naomi Shreves instructed the Juniors and Sophomores: Miss Thelma Glassford. the Sopho- mores and Freshmen: Miss Eleanor Trout and Miss Elizabeth Harter, Fresh- men and Eighth Graders: and Miss Frances Bowyer, Eighth Graders. The Seventh Year pupils were taught bv Miss Ruby Byerly. Miss Martha Dildine, and Miss Helen Walter. Miss Edna Mercer also taught a class of Freshmen. These teachers also undertook the supervision of many important activities of the school. A journalism class Was taught by Miss Marvin, who was also supervisor and faculty advisor of the fRaz'nbotu and for the literary staff of the fPot O' Qold. A keen interest in dramatics was displayed by the youthful students. The principal dramatic club, the Ye Merrie Players, was under the direction of Miss Glassford and Miss Harter. Clubs for the younger actors and actresses were formed early in the year. Miss Trout and Miss Bowyer guided the Masquers: Miss Byerly and Miss Dildine, the Jesters. Miss Shreves was the dramatic director for the annual operetta, 'iOnce In a Blue Moonf' Miss Glassford and Miss Harter were the directors for the Junior Class play. Miss Bowlus had charge of the Senior play. A' 1 .g. . fWi'f1,-'-w.v: ' ,T f'17f'. ' - M r.. eleven

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, Q qu- -- , - Flfaqgur! fre.sfvtL'u!er Roeder Moullon Hurlmuqh Morris Beeru Sidener A sher History O train the students to know about the struggles and progress of our pioneer ancestors, as well as the nature and problems of the world in which we live, has been the aim of the teachers of the History Depart! ment this year. , , This group guided the open-minded pupils in all the studies relating to history, geography, civics, social science, and current events. The History Department was under the supervision of Mr. E. B. Fresh- water. Mr. Freshwater taught American history and civics to the seniors. He was aided by a staff of eleven teachers. Miss Louise Taggart taught ancient and medieval history, seventh year history, and sociology: Miss Ethel Asher. seventh year history, geography, and tenth year social science: Miss Mildred Sidener, eighith year civics and geography. Miss Mary Beery instructed seventh graders in history and geography: Miss Zalia Harbaugh, eighth year civics: Miss Gussie Bream, seven B history and geography: Miss Evelyn Morris, eighth year geography and sociology: Miss Edna Mercer, tenth year social science and sociology. The seniors studied American history during the first four estimates, and took their final examination in this subject on March 26. The rest of the year was devoted to the study of American government. Text books this year were supplemented with weekly papers. In the World News the senior high classes read about various situations in the political world. The seventh and eighth graders subscribed for and studied the News Outline. Mr. Freshwater was faculty business manager for the oRUIiDbOM' and the CPO! O' Qold. Miss Moulton was supervisor of the Delta Chi debating club. Miss Sidener supervised the seventh grade Girl Reserves, and Miss Beery directed the activities of the eighth grade Girl Reserves. Miss Harbaugh had charge of the Upidees Club. I ,. a, 559 1 :i .4?s5v4?,,.:4,.,21.-.:..,.,4,1,aqm,., x .,,. Q- 73'-glgrgn. Ta,-13.3. ,tgg'.1.,-tk '::T.'I - 4. ., ':1M1fu:: l5Q'i-: tfzvl -1v4.,.,,.,w,g,,,.f-si-fr,..' ,., ,gi ,M - N -. ,, .. . , I .. N - .M 7, mm ll7liI'lt'1'l7 -- FTSE. vm.,