Spartanburg High School - Spartana Yearbook (Spartanburg, SC)

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SENIORS 1941 HELEN CREWS Worth, courage, wit —these are the characteristics of Helen. She seems to have attained the happy medium between fun and work. Her sunny disposition has won many friends for her. Also, Helen is something of an athlete; she has been active in the G.A.A., with a special interest in basketball. ABNER CULBERTSON ‘•Tab is a very decided brunette, but he likes blondes much better. He likes sports, hunting, and cheer practices (because they exercise his vocal cords). He is also an active member of the Physics Club. After graduating from high school, he is planning to go to college. NELLIE DAVIS Even though Nellie s considered very studious by all her classmates, she furnishes most of the laughs and fun in study hall. She is also a very handy erson to have around, ecausc she feeds her crowd at recess and keeps them well Supplied with typing paper and chewing gum. FRANCES CRIBB If you arc searching for a quiet intelligent girl, behold Frances! She is admired by all her classmates and teachers lor her charm, her neat appearance, and her ability and willingness to push ahead. Surely in years to come Frances will be a success at whatever vocation she may enter. JAMES CULBERTSON “Cubby is a popular and friendly senior. He is vice-president of the Senior class and president of his home room. While at high school he has been a member of many clubs and teams. “Cubby likes photography, building model planes, and manual training. He plans to join the army air corps. ELOISE DEATON Dark-haired well-dressed Eloise is known to her friends a “Weezer.“ She has participated in the activities of the Chemistry Club and the Booster's Club. Skat-mg, going to the movies, and bicycling are her hobbies. Her senior year has been her most pleasant one, and algebra is her favorite subject. JULIA CUBIT The attractiveness of “Judy’s'' appearance is due chieily to her dark hair and her big brown eyes. She has usually found the cheer practices more enjoyable than any of her recitation periods, for she is an enthusiastic sports fan. One of her main interests outside school hours is music. MADELINE CURTIS Madeline has never allowed her lessons to come between her and the movies, but she is always ready to answer all the questions. She likes typing and holidays away from school. Her hobby is collecting match-books. She is planning to attend business college after her graduation from high school. YATES DELLINGER Yates is that longhaired boy that you see walking down the sidewalk every morning with a girl. His greatest enjoyment in school life is staying in after 2:05. Yates is a mild and modified form of a sportsman, because he likes to ride (and isn’t a horseman), he likes to hunt (and isn't a hunter), but can he tell about it! DOROTHY CUDD “Skipper is quiet and reserved, but intelligent and conscientious. Though she never clamors for a question, she usually knows the answer. Her favorite subject is bookkeeping, and her hobbies arc reading, collecting roetry, and writing. or two years she has been an eager participant in the gym circus. DELPHINE DANIEL Dclphine is reserved and businesslike. One of her favorite school studies is salesmanship, her class in that subject has often been aided by her conscientious work and practical suggestions. The organizations to which Dclphine has belonged include the Junior Science Club and the Girls’ Athletic Association. PAULINE DeWITT “Polly hailed into S. H. S. this year from Blackville, S. C., where she was president of her class. She is a perfect doll in her looks and mannerisms. One can readily tell that she would like dramatics — and she docs! In fact, she was district speech winner last year. LEWIS CUDD Lewis — tall, dark, and curly-haired — is naturally a favorite with the ladies. His ability to play the piano further enhances his social charms. But he has athletic powers, too, he likes to box and is ;aid to have a right kick like a mule. He is popular with students and teachers. GRACE DAVIS Grace is known for her unusual light blonde hair, which is always combed, and her friendliness. Her voice is rarely heard in the classroom except when she is called on, and she applies herself diligently to her books. In all her school years, she has enjoyed gym the most of all. ROBERT DICKERSON Bob is a friendly, quiet fellow. He has participated in many sports. He has been in three gym circuses and on the track team his sophomore year. Hunting and photogra-hy arc his hobbies, ob has been a member of the Hi-Y three years. He is going to become a Clemson cadet and study electrical engineering. 23

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ARTHUR COGDELL Arthur Cogdell is well liked by all that know him, because of his good humor. His hobby is collecting stamps and old money. His favorite subject ha'» been biology, and he has enjoyed his senior year the most. He has made new friends because of his ability to take a joke or to plan one. JOYCE COOKSEY Joyce is one of our most versatile seniors, having taken part in many of our school organizations, some of which are the Beta Club, the G. A. A., and both the Annual and “Scribbler staffs. Joyce has many friends and it’s no wonder. She has a most pleasing personality and greets everyone with a smile. CARRIE COSTAS Quiet attractiveness, taste and neatness in dress, and friendliness are some of the traits by which Carrie's classmates will remember her. Her clothes are always stylish, her manners quiet and winsome. Her friendliness, courtesy, and regard for others have endeared her to students and faculty alike. CHARLES COGDILL Charles Cogdill has made many friends because of his school spirit. He is always willing to help at any time he is called on. Charles ha i served as secretary of his section for the last two years, and has also held the office of vice-president. His hobbies are meeting people and collecting Indian Head pennies. FRANCIS COOPER Francis is a quiet person, and yet he is willing to help wherever he can. Two of the qualities of his personality are quietness and modesty, he is a good pal and an earnest student. Francis has already laid his future in the business world. His ambition is to become a salesman in a store. FRANK COX Frank has been an active participant in all outdoor sports and among his hobbies are collecting stamps and building model airplanes. The subjects which he has most enjoyed arc science and mechanical drawing, and, after graduating, he plans to go to Clemson College and pursue his study of drafting. CAROLYN COLLIER Carolyn Collier has been here only a short time, but she is quite an asset to her school. One of her talents is public speaking, which she demonstrated in her home room assembly program and in the American Legion oratorical contest. She has also attained a scholastic average to be envied. VENIE LEE COOPER This young lady's ambition is to be a nurse. Venie Lee is a rather quiet sort of person, but one can t help knowing she's around. She has liked the tenth and eleventh grades best of her high school career. Venie Lee is really a swell sport all the way ‘round. ROBERT COX Robert’s talents have been athletic and mathematical. He has been a star of the color league, both in football and in basketball. Favorites among his subjects have been mathematics and mechanical drawing. Naturally, he plans to qo to Clemson; they 11 have to give him long recesses, though, to keep him happy. ALBERT COLLINS Have you heard Albert play his bass horn? If you haven’t, there is a treat in store for you. Having been a member of the advanced band for the past three years, he has grown very fond of his mi »ic. Besides music, Albert enjoys reading and dancing. He plans to go to Clemson after he graduates. MILDRED COPE If you are looking for a good sport and a pal, behold Mildred! She is better known to her class friends as “Mid. She has been a member of the G.A.A. for two years, and has taken an active part in the Gym Circus. She goes in for all sports. “Mid'' wants to be a nurse. RALPH CRAIG. JR. Ralph Craig is known throughout tne school for his aeronautical mind. He is studying hard in English in preparation for skywriting. The Sigma Chapter of the Hi-Y and the Dihedral Flyers are included in his activities. He claims to like Chemistry best, although he occasionally tries his luck as a ladies' man. DOROTHY COOKSEY A black haired, blueeyed girl with dimples to be envied i s “Dot . She doesn't say very much in class, as she is quite reserved, but she really knows how to write correct, neat papers. Her hobby is taking pictures, but when it is cloudy, she’s contented to read a good book. WILLIAM CORN William is conservative, but fun-loving, and a good sport. He is always willing to do his share in any activity. His interests have included church work, music, and singing. William's classwork and his association with his teachers have been pleasant for him. His favorite subject is sociology. DOROTHY CREWS Are you in the mood for a pose? If you are, sec “Dot and she will sketch you. She has been one of Miss Law's most promising art students for the past four years. Having been a member of the G.A.A. for four years, she also ranks high for exhibi tion of sportsmanship. 1941 SENIORS

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PAUL DOBBINS Dobbie” has completed four years of excellent football playing, and we hope he can tumble through college with all the ease and good form he displayed on the tumbling team. Dobbie collects stamps, and his friendly good nature has collected many friends. He even finds time to collect the correct answers. CLEORA EDWARDS Cleora is studious, but still a fun-loving girl. She enjoys reading, and plans to go to college. Although English is her favorite subject, she also was a member of the Classical Club. The part of school life that she enjoys most is hearing that she doesn’t have to stand any final exams. ELIZABETH FARMER Elizabeth is one of the most individualistic girls in the class of '41. Her little mannerisms and chatter distinguish her. Lib is a good sport, in fact, a smart all-around girl, and has an unusual amount of tact mingled with her frank ways. One can nols help liking her, yet is dazzled by her company. MIA DODGE Here is an unusual combination of good-looks, intellect, and personality. Throughout her high school career, she has taken part in several extra-curricular activities: namely, the G.A.A., The Scribbler, and the Beta Club. Not only has she attained an enviable scholastic record, but she has also won many friends. LANE EDWARDS Lane is a friendly person who makes extremely enviable grades as a result of little study. His reputation for getting work done was one of the factors which led to his appointment as business manager of the annual. Lane is energetic, and accomplishes in a short time whatever he begins. JOE FARRELL Joe is one of those boys who are always smiling, especially when the girls arc around. In fact, he's friendly with everyone and is always in the middle when a crowd is about. It is not that he tries to be the life of the party, he's just naturally magnetic. GRACE DOMINEy Grace is one of those well-liked persons with a sunny disposition and a cheerful smile. She has that happy-go-lucky look about her, which proves she always looks on the brighter side of life. She never stays in one place very long; this shows she has that ambition to make hay while the sun shines. JOE ELAM Joe Bill Elam has a heart of gold and a mind for bookkeeping. He has excelled in his commercial studies. His efficiency and his ability to cooperate have been shown in his work on various committees, as a hall director, and as treasurer for The Scribbler and the yearbook. LILLIAN FINNEY Nooks , or Shorty , is an alert, Gone with the Wind girl. While walking, sne lets her brown hair fly behind her. During the fourth period she haunts the library, where she can usually be found sitting so that she is able to sec out the door. Nooks is patiently waiting for her Romeo1' to come. WILBUR EASLER Phil,” as Wilbur's friends call him. will be remembered for his reserved and gentlemanly manner. His favorite parts of school have been history class, indoor recess, nd cheer practices. Wilbur hasn't yet made up his mind whether he wants to be a physician or a test pilot after he graduate‘s. KENNETH EVANS Kenny Evans is very musically inclined. He has taken part in the high school band all of his four years. He is liked by everyone who knows him, because of his unselfishness and his willingness to help others. He has been a member of the clarinet quartet and the woodwind ensemble. DOROTHY FLORY Plot , as she is known to her classmates, was formerly of Raleigh, N. C. She made her appearance two years ago, and during the short while that she has been here she has won many friends. Flot has been an active member of the chorus for two years and is a member of the Beta Club. LOUISE EDGE Louise is an observant person. In class she even notices the different lengths of people's pencils. She likes shorthand and typing best of her school subjects, and out of school she prefers swimming, movies, and traveling. After graduating from high school, sne plans to be a telephone operator. MARGARET EZELL Margaret, christened Spe a kl ouder by Miss Brice, can be a very energetic young lady in spite of her small, meek voice. Nature study is her hobby, and, next to seeing a movie, Margaret likes best to go to the mountains, where she can find beautiful flowers to her heart's content. CLYDE FOSTER Pig has always liked football and basketball. He has played in the color league for three years. Although he is interested in athletics, he doesn’t neglect his books. Clyde is liked by all of his classmates, and he is a regular Einstein in mathematics. 24 SENIORS