Superior High School - Prospector Yearbook (Superior, AZ)

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SENICR CLASS 1944-45 It was on a September dey in 1941 that High School Land was discovered by the class of 1945. Althotgh other people had inhabited the country before this date, they were by comparison, unworthy of mention. Cur group op seventy began to explore and settle this land which was so sadly in need cf our civilizing in- dluence. In order to keep the wonderful reputation we had attained in Grammar School Land, we elected as cur leaders Ismael Valdivia, presidentg Joe Casillas, vice- presidentg Luis Acosta, secretary-treasurerg Joe Tameron and Roy Santa Cruz as representatives. Cur advisors were Mr. Taylor and Mr. Juleff. Dean Moody--1941 American Bathing Beauty??? Ch, yes, of ccrrse. You're thinking of the Freshman'Yelcome Dance with all the nFrcshiesn in their short trousers 0? skirts and their big green ties or ribbons. That was loads of fun and something to remember. September of 1942 found the class of 1945 eager to continue its prospecting. This time Dean Moody was chosen as president of our mining conmmnity, Joe Casillas held the vice-presidency, and Joe Tameron headed the treasury. Louis Lopez and Mattie Mae Marshall were our representatives, and Mr. Test and Miss Montgomery were cur sponscrs. Though our way was at first beset by many trials and dangers, we established ourselves on this strange land. Though the difficulties of jects, Unappreciative Faculty, and Supercilious Upper-classmen were aging, we were soon able to overcome them. Although our life since had soon New Sub- discour- then has been more peaceful, we have had our periods of stress and trouble. There have been times when, to preserve our independence, we have had to carry on a revolu- tionary war against tyrannical powers who will some day regret that they were so slow in recognizing our greatness. Also we have had to resort to civil war to protect Lurselves from the encroachments and indignities of the other classes. But as our cause was just, we have triumphed. A group cannot accomplish much without leaiers, so in 1943 we chose Joe Casillas, presidentg Joe Tameron, vice-presidentg Virginia Preciado, Secretaryg Anise Mitchell, treasurerg Dean Moody and Ismael Valdivia, class representatives and Mr. Sims and Mrs. Gerner were the class sponsors. When Virginia Preciado quit school to undergo the duties of a housewife, Josephine Cartagena was elec- ted to the office. One of the class's activities was selected, and was just super!!! Ketron's home. we directing the play. during this year was the play. A good play could not have done better. Spring Fever' play, the Junior Class had a party at Mrs. the great patience Mrs. Ketron showed while the entire cast Following the all appreciate The second semester began by electing persons ?or the presidency and forum representation because Joe Casillas and Ismael Valdivia were classified as Seniors. John Buchanan was elected to lead the class, and Agnes Pelletier was elected as the new representative.

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JULIA TRILLO nLovely, Luscious, Lovablen Glee Club 1,2 Junior Play Picket Post 4 Annual Staff 4 Pep Club 1,2,3,4 Senior Class Secretary Senicr Play MARGARET VILTANUEVA nGent1e, Genial, k Gee Whiz! Pep Club 1,2,3 Glee Club 1,2 ROBERTA WARREN 'Neat, Nice, Niftyn Glas' Club 1,2,5

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. The main event of the year--the Junior Promenade--was a colordul sight. The auditorium was the scene of a rose garden very well imitated. Preceding the dance the Juniors and Seniors enjoyed a delicious dinner at the banquet given to the departing Seniors by the Juniors. A program was well planned, and everyone enjoyed himself. Thanks goes to Miss Peters Cnow Mrs. Gernerl, and Mr, Sims for their co- operation in making all the year's activities great successes. My, how time flies! It seems like only yesterday se Seniors were starting school.' Now here we are at the end oF our ngood old high school daysw. Many have gone and come. Cf the original colcnizers, only Anise Mitchell, Jack Flanagan, Joe Tameron, Angelita Lira, Lucy Gonzales, and Mary Lou Jimenez re- main. The others have gone to other lands, lends of matrimony, business, or other High Schools. Some have gone to serve in Uncle San's Armed Forcesg others have completed High School in three years, and have gone on to colleges. Many of the present inhabitants came from foreign lands. When the reputation of our land reached them, they were not satisfied until they could come to live with us. Dorothy McKean, Lilly Hing, and Bertha Maldonado are taking High School in three yearsg therefore, they have also joined us. Cur leaders Por this year were Carolyn McClain, presidentg Jack Flanagan, vice-presidentg Julia Trillo, secretaryg Anise Mitchell and Jackie Corson, class representatives. Thanks to Mr. Test and Mrs. Tard for splendid helf in all activities. The Christmas Dance given by the Senior Class was enjoyed by everyone. A very good intermission program was arranged. The Pirate Dance and nFun In A Luncheonn helped financially in providing funds for the Senior Ditch Day. Agnes Pelletier really wowed them in the Senior assembly. Nice going, Ag-- maybe Hollywood will have you. The other half of the assembly was a story oF a Mexican family. Both acts kept the students in a c ntinual howl. Everyone looked his best for the Baccalaureatte services. It was a solemn group which listened to the reading of Scriptures and was blessed with a prayer. Class Night and more fun!!! We hope there are as many famous persons in the class of '45 as indicated. Doesn't everyone look grand? But they're all so excited they can hardly laugh or breathe. Well, our story ends. We find our treasure. What else could be more impor- tant in life than an education? Though we must depart to other lands, the deeds we have done will always speak 'or us, and though absent, we will still be Superior High Sohool's class of 1945. 1 I ::::1,Q L