Spartanburg High School - Spartana Yearbook (Spartanburg, SC)

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Senior Class History, 1946 The Spartanburg Higher-Learning Syndicate, lnc., dedicated to the manufacture of astute, proficient, and scholarly laheml minds, began its first day of production on a bright September day. Busy times were in store, for the S. H. S. had its quota of well- equipped citizens to prepare for the many needs of Uncle Sam. All workers were devoted to the task of overcoming the forces of evil which were threaten- ing to destroy the ideals which they so loved. Em- ployees lent their money for war stamps, their energy for salvage drives, and their time through word and deed against the black market. Under the capable leadership of the president, John Crawford, the laborers proceeded with their various duties. Among the events scheduled to relieve the tension and strain under which the workers had been toiling was a presentation of Letters to Lucerneu by those especially talented and skilled members of the corporation. The Workshop War- blers gave several programs of music both sacred and secular. Another feature of entertainment was the athletic display of tumbling, dancing, et cetera. After a year of excellent service from President Crawford, the company changed hands. Hugh Justice was promoted to fill the vacancy. During this administration the Warblers won recognition for their outstanding contribution to the morale of the employees. The dramatic division performed excellently Mary Roberts Rinehart's Tish , and again the athletic division showed great prowess in its field. Workers were given refresher courses in the form of examinations, and most came through with flying ccrorsg bul, reoretfully, some dropped by the way- side. Only the competent can find a place in the Spartanburg Higher-Learning Syndicate. Then came the event of the year. ln a big Honors Day program, the toilers were rewarded their ESD for meritorious service in the various lines of duty. The procedure was stirring and memorable, char- acterized by a patriotic theme. Especially did they remember to salute those who had left them to fight and had not come back. Before long, the other half of the battle was suc- cessfully ended. However, the S. H. S.'s job was not through . . . not in the least. Once more the firm changed hands. This time D. C. Hull was elevated to the position vacated by President Jus- tice. As with his predecessors, President Hull, along with his various department heads, was installed in a beautiful and impressive service. Much to the regret of all, the factory had to say Au revoir, Hasta La Vista, and Vale to the much-beloved Red Dobson. Under President Hull's efficient administration, affairs went on at a very swift pace. The S. H. S. Dramaniacs performed to the pleasure of all the comedy, Abie's Irish Rose . Backed and cheered on by all members of the corporation, the company football team rose to magnificent heights, never conquered and only twice tied. A particularly joyous occasion was that when the team completnly over- whelmed the greatest threat to their morale. namely, a rival plant known as the Greenville Syndicate. The Scribbler, official organ of the corporation, received recognition for general excellency and for its outstanding tight against the sabote.1rs of the nation's welfare. One early surnnier morning, senior stockholders awoke to find the sun shining and their hands trembling. They were awarded their diplomas, signifying commendable service. The hope of all was that they had left the Spartanburg Higher- Learning Syndicate better than they had found it. Then they moved on to make room for the new citizens. With the rest of the nation, the factory must reconvert for the good times ahead. Work could not slacken for a moment. The company resolved to devote all its energy and facilities to the greatest task whi'h ever confronted anyone-the struggle to make certain that never again would there be a need for armament and for bloodshed. As the various factions of the Spartanburg Higher-Learning Syndicate rallied together to defeat the common enem It was at about this time that, with taps and tears, the co-laborers for Victory were called to- gether by Executive Manager Rice, to mourn the passing of the Big Boss , Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Then like a bright rainbow in a cloud-darkened sky, things took on a more cheerful aspect. Word came that part of the mighty struggle had come to a conclusion. With prayerful respect for the One who had seen them through, the workers made ready to complete the job. so m ust the disagreeinig members of the Great World Corporation work in accord to insure forever a just and lasting peace. -BETTY RUTH HARLING, RALPH CANNON.

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SALLY EDWARDS Class Poem Un the steps that lay gleaming in noonday's sun, We slowly assemble from work and from fun, Our Faces are radiant, our heads are held high, We stand on the steps that lead to the slcy. As leaves tall lrom a tree, so the years passed, LiFe's patterns are carved so tleetingly last That breathless we pause and linger apace, To ponder world problems which we've come to lace. The ending ot war caused guns to cease, Soldiers came home to establish a peaceg A new age was born with an earth-shalcing blast, To change our existence from that of the past. The distance is great but to youth untried, Adventure is calling with rolliclcing stride, We'll conquer confusion with lcnowledge profound And aim for the clouds with our feet on the ground. A new world is calling and to both young and old, Frontiers are discovered to challenge the bold, impatient and eager to journey through lite, We enter an age that is seething with strife. With baclcward glances to time gone by, And saying farewell to friends with a sigh, We begin the ascent, armed For the tight, With dreams For companions, we start toward the height. -SALLY EDWARDS