Walnut Hills High School - Remembrancer Yearbook (Cincinnati, OH)

Page 24 text:

earc out truth, exerciae reaaon, The Atomic Age boasts of no Aladdin Lamps and, at least, helicopters are a poor substitute for the convenience of a magic flying carpet, but present day scientists are rapidly approaching the time when they can equal these ancient miracles. In our four years at Walnut Hills we have an opportunity to study natural marvels from the dissection pan to the test tube. Zoology, botany, and biology classes introduce us to the living world, from amoebas and bacteria to man and the redwood tree. Those who take the course in physiology are rewarded by a knowledge of the functions of the parts of living organisms while others, taking the physics course, be- come acquainted with the science of matter and motion. One of our well- known science courses is chemistry. Every year the incomparable odor of hydrogen sulfide is wafted gently through the halls as a reminder that in- organic chemistry is still taught at Walnut Hills. However, far more impor- tant than the mere absorption of knowledge is the teaching of the scien- tific process of observing, comparing, and reaching unbiased conclusions. Under the leadership of our capable science instructors, we students are at- taining the scientific attitude that will enable us to go out into the world and make it a better place in which to live. RIGHT: Mrs. Jane Boling, Mathema- tics, Mr. James Caldwell, Science, Mr. Denzil Carpenter, Mathematics. BE- LOW, ROW 'I: Mrs. Fannie Barnett, Mathematics, Dr. Ray Lambert, Phys- ics. ROW 2: Miss Marie Becker, Math- ematics. BELOW, RIGHT: Math III stu- dents solve simultaneous equations as part of advanced algebra. Q

Page 23 text:

' 2 l l I i l'. ,gk- a.4,:.xgL t rn x.. f LEFT: Mrs. Madge Galbreath, Latin, Miss Rosemary Hope, Latin, Miss Mar- tha Kitzman, German. ABOVE, ROW 1: Miss Helen Pelton, Latin, Mrs. Laura Renfrow, Latin. ROW 2. Miss Laura Riffe, Latin, Miss Irene Steinau, French. ABOVE, LEFT: Students drill in Spanish grammar. o cuflured paaf an pre4ent . . . Practically everyone has a desire to see the nations of the world, but few have the good fortune to make such a trip. At Walnut Hills, however, the language department furnishes us with a magic carpet to carry us, at least mentally, to the strange sights of other civilizations. Walnut Hills offers both beginning and advanced courses in French, German, and Spanish. The study of these languages does more than simply acquaint us with a foreign tongue. A deep insight into the history and customs of the people is gained. The outstanding literature of the country is read. All three lan- guages have active clubs for any student who wishes a more detailed study of the ideals and cultures of the land. In these days of travel and interna- tional understanding, French and Spanish play an increasingly big part. Over the conference table and at the opera, foreign tongues predominate. Many pupils discover so great an interest in modern language that they continue to study them even after they leave Walnut Hills. German, of course, is invaluable in the study of medicine. Although we may never actually go to a foreign country, the knowledge and background gained will give us fuller, more interesting personalities, and make us appreciative of the contributions of these cultures to our own.

Page 25 text:

that new maruefd may enric our iue.4 Here is a Tale ot challenge and response, The stimulation of logical Thinking, a constant striving To overcome the barriers which untrained minds oppose to new concepts, a Tale oT The Treshman probing The idea of The unknown quantity, The sophomore exploring Theorem and corollary, or of The upper classman anxiously peering in his log book or pondering some problem in loci. The study of mathematics, in its Theoretical aspect, pre- sents To The student The basic principles of logic and balanced organiza- tion, and is Therefore oT The highest importance in The education of every- one. ln application mathematics is a dynamic influence in The Tields of science and industry. Through its extensive employment many discoveries in medicine, chemistry, electronics, meterology, physics, and astronomy have added To our convenience and wisdom. The Einstein Theory of Rela- tivity is one of The supreme expressions ot creative mathematics. AT Wal- nut Hills, algebra and plane geometry are required ot us all for gradua- Tion. It we wish To continue our studies, Tvvo more courses in advanced alge- bra and Trigonometry and solid geometry are ottered. Thus, as Walnut Hills graduates, The rewarding Time we spend in The study of mathematics is sure To be of a lasting value in our lives. LEFT: Miss Etta Elberg, Zoology, Miss Christine Heis, Science, Mr. J. Stanley Leeds, Mathematics. BELOW, ROW 1: Mr. Howard Luedelce, Mathematics, Mr. Kenneth Scheurer, Mathematics. ROW 2: Mr. Jacob Skilken, Mathema- tics, Chemistry, Mr. Thomas E. Welsh, Chemistry. BELOW, RIGHT, Zoology students study prehistoric animals.