Tennessee High School - Cadmea Yearbook (Bristol, TN)

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■4 THE cad me a fc - MILDRED ELIZABETH SPEER Classical Treasurer Girls’ Hi-Y. “A merry heart , both good and kind , And a truer friend ’tis hard to find.” In Mildred vve find a good all-round girl. She is a wholesome combination of all a girl could he. ‘‘She talks quietly , talks gently, acts frankly.” Nickname — “ Blondie.” Favorite pastime — Arguing. Ambition — To be manager of the Piggly Wiggly. Destiny — To run the place. GEORGE SLAUGHTER TURNER Classical Boys’ Senior Hi-Y. George is a fine fellow liked by all his classmates and associates. He is a true friend, a fine sport, and a perfect gentleman. Nickname — “ Bud.” By-word — “Oh Heck!” Ambition — To be a great lawyer. Destiny — To he a pharmacist. Favorite pastime— Manipulating the “Buick.” Usual occupation — Loafing behind the counters at T urner’s. MINNIE ELZORA STRICKLER Home Economics “ A steady friend and true is she and does her work right faithfully.” Although quiet, Minnie is one of our best and most dependable students. She possesses the sure qualities ol making the most ot her opportunities and we predict for her the greatest success in the future. Nickname — “ Patsy.” Bv-word — “Sure ’nough!” Usual occupation — Sttidvin’. Amibition — To be teacher of Home F.conomics at V. I. 24

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JACK WARREN SITGREAVES Polytechnic “ Have a good time at any expense , This is a good policy if you don’t weaken.” Throughout “Hinkey’s” high school career, he has shown co-operation in all activities and in all tasks he was given to perform. There is no doubt that we will miss Warren’s smiling face and his witty jokes in the future. And for him we wish the greatest success in his life work. Nickname — “ Hinkey.” Ambition — To be a great electrician. Destiny — To be a banker. Usual occupation — Attending a show. SHIRLEY KING SELFE Classical President of Alpha Omega. Girls’ Hi-Y. French Club. Art Editor of Cadmea. “ To know her is to love her.” Indeed that is true of Shirley. Have you ever known anyone who could smile any time, one that is never impatient or in a rush? “Take your time,” is Shirley’s motto. We’ll have to admit that she has a way about her. Nickname — “ Shirt. ” SAMUEL STRAUSS Classical Orchestra, ’27-’28. “Wise men die day by day and 1 myself feel ill.” Sam is a member whom the Senior Class is proud to claim. Jolly and gay, he is always there with the old pep and school spirit. We expect great things from Sammy in the financial world and wish him the very best of luck. His touch on the fiddle puts all our troubled thoughts to flight. Nickname — “ Sammy. ” Amibition — To be New York City’s greatest lawyer. Destination — Owner of the Outlet Sales Co. 23

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THE C ADM E A fc- LILLIE VICTORIA WILSON Home Economics “Always faithful, kind and true; cheering her friends when they are blued’ Lillie is always ready to do her part. She is more often seen than heard, a rare virute. She has made many friends in Tennessee High. We wish for her a bright and happy future. Nickname — “ Lil.” By-word — “My country!” Usual occupation — Talking to the preacher. Ambition — To be a school teacher. Destiny — To be a preacher’s wife. HELEN KNOTT Commercial Alpha Omega. Girls’ Chorus, ’25. “ As jolly as the day is long.” Helen is one of our best and most loyal Seniors. She has won friends everywhere with her bright smile and sweet disposition. We wish her success in the world. Nickname — “Omosia.” Ambition (at present) — “To be slender.’ Destiny — Fashionable, but very slender matron. IDA SIMON Classical “Quiet, gentle and demure.” Ida is all that a high school Senior should be. She is demure, modest, gentle, and studious, and goes about her own quiet way, never disturbing others, but accomplishing things with a will.” Nickname — “ Ide. ” By-word — “Good nite.” Ambition — To be a poetess. Destiny — First woman Senator from Tennessee. 25 lO OO H m nmr