Watts School of Nursing - White Cap Yearbook (Durham, NC)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1950 volume:

Ne LEA GRAVES Hditor JEAN CASEY Business Manager OF WATTS B spotmoonebe nioen WHITE CAP HOSPITAL SCHOOL OF NURSING DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA Beginning Che Day... To awaken each morning with a smile brightening my face, to greet the day with reverence, for the opportunities it contains; to approach my work with a clean mind; to hold ever before me, even in the doing of little things, the ultimate purpose toward which I am working; to meet men and women with laughter on my lips and love in my heart; to be gentle, kind and courteous through all the hours; to approach the night with weariness that ever woos sleep and the joy that comes from work well done—This is how I desire to waste wisely my days. THOMAS DREIER Foreword... AS a “FOREWORD” but as “A LAST THOUGHT” we shall remember in the future, the glorious days of our three years at Watts Hospital. Time can never erase the thoughts to be recalled of that first day of arrival, biding farewells and the beginning of life anew. Then came that final day of capping—becom- ing “full fledged” student nurses. The thrills of receiving our black bands, our many socials, the senior dance, the pride we felt with our win- ning basketball team, the Carolina, Duke, and Wake Forest dates—all combined to leave with us never-to-be-forgotten recollections. Radios after ‘ights-out,’ the standing in line for lunch, the engulfing drowsiness of students at that miserable 6 a.m. hour and the joy occasioned by the won- derful senior privileges will afford happy remembrances in the years to come. Dedication... Mrs. Bresste Bureuss, R. N. It is with a mixed feeling of pride and gratitude that we, the eraduating class of 1950, dedicate this annual to you, Mrs. Burgess, who has done so much to help us throughout our years at Watts Hospital. Our sincere appreciation goes out to you, who have through the years, Shared our problenis, lifted our spirits, and taught us by just being yourself, the many qualities of an excellent nurse and leader. Because of your sincere understanding of student nurses, we shall remember you not only as a teacher but as a friend. Ju Slemory of... Pragy CHATHAM Livvie RoGrErRs Mrs. Eruet LuTaer Mrs. LerHa COLEMAN Not Pictured Life is short for those who are chosen by God to come early and enlighten the spirits of Heaven LEA GRAVES es Where the Slite Meet to Fat... | scene is ever so familiar as the ‘ole cafeteria line where “Tom and John” serve chow, and we all “take thirty minutes” to relax from the usual day’s grind. ‘Congrats to the “Coffee Maker” who saves the day for us all! hs TABLE OF CONTENTS C1ASSCS Ww Administration x features oe Achilles | The Nightingale Pledge es, I solemnly pledge myself before God and in_ the presence of this assembly: To pass my life in purity and to practice my profession faithfully. I will abstain from whatever is deleterious and mischievous, and will not take or knowingly administer any harmful drug. I will do all in my power to maintain and elevate the standards of my profession and hold in confidence all personal matters committed to my keeping and all family affairs coming to my knowledge in the practice of my profession. With loyalty will IT endeavor to aid the physician in his work, and devote myself to the welfare of those com- mitted to my care. ADMINISTRATION ADMINISTRATION SAMPLE B. FORBUS Superintendent of Hospital JOHN EF. MOULTON Assistant Superintendent of Hospital 4.123} ADMINISTRATION Mrs. Bressiz Perry Buresss, R. N. ’ Superintendent of Nurses i 4 13 STAFF DOCTORS First Row: Dr. Trolger Adkins; Dr. Raiford Baxley; Dr. Waldo Boone; Dr. Norman Bowles. Second Row: Dr. Everette I. Bugg; Dr. Emil Cekada; Dr. William Coppridge ; Dr. James Woods. Third Row: Dr. Mabel Goudge; Dr. June Gunter; Dr. I. E. Harris; Dr. le ones Fourth Row: Dr. Arthur London; Dr. Issae Manning; Dr. W. B. McCutcheon; Dr. Davis Moise. 4 14} STAFF DOCTORS Furst Row: Dr. R. E. 1} ichols: Dre nichard. Pearse. Dra Awe Powelle Dr: � ) Rk. B. Raney. ccond Row: Dr. Foy Roberson; Dr. H. M. Schiebel; Dr. Ben Skinner; Dr. Annie T. Smith. Third Row: Dr. Raney Stanford; Dr. George A. Watson; Dr. Jamcs Wilson. Not pictured: Dr. Anderson; Dr. Ferguson; Dr. Fleming; Dr. Easley; Dr. Roberts; Dr. Hardee; Dr. Sweaney; Dr. Kerns; Dr. McCracken; Dr. Graham: Dr. Turner; Dr, Wilkins; Dr. Robertson; Dr. Owen; Dr. Singletary ; Dr. Walkins; Dr. Taylor; Dr. Tyler; Dr. Crane; Dr. Bitting ; Dr. Rodwell; Dr. Speas; Dr. Rosser; Dr. McKee; Dr. Lois Stanford. 4.15} RESIDENTS AND INTERNS First Row: Dr. Jim Cheek; Dr. William Sanford; Dr. David Culp; Dr. James Davidson; Dr. Robert Pope. Second Row: Dr. George Johnston; Dr. Paul Jones; Dr. Robert Jones ; Dr. Robert Lewis; Dr. George Liles. Third Row: Dr. James Littlefield; Dr. Roland Mathews; Dr. William MeLean; Dr. Sherman Pace; Dr. William Freeman; Dr. Jack Olson. 165} HEAD NURSES eS First Row: Miss McDonald, Ward A; Mrs. Wilkins, Ward B; Mrs. Berry, Ward D; Miss Ellidge, Ward EF; Miss Phillips, Ward F. Second Row: Miss Warren, Ward G; Miss Wilson, Ward H; Miss Blackwood, Ward I; Miss Palmer, Ward J; Miss Jones, Ward K. Third Row: Miss Thompson, Ward L; Miss Sumerell, Nursery ; Miss Carden, Operating Room; Mrs, Nelson, Delivery Room. SUPERVISORS MIss GRIFFIN Mrs. JONES DAY SUPERVISORS Mrs. O’N5EIL Mrs. SISK NIGHT SUPERVISORS Mrs. Briaes Mrs. MALLARD Mrs. RIGsSBEE EDUCATIONAL DEPARTMENT Miss Mary Warts, R.N. Miss NEuLIE Roop, R.N. Science Instructor Nursing Arts Instructor EDUCATIONAL INSTRUCTORS 4 Mrs. Pierce, R.N, Mrs, Rasserry, R.N, Mrs, TRopMAN, R.N. Miss Wapg, R.N. SI Familiar Scenes In Our School Life NURSE'S LIBRARY NURSING ARTS LABORATORY NUTRITION LABORATORY CHEMISTRY LABORATORY ECFA ReaSs SS ACTIVITIES mG Ime SHE INU SIE SS [al lOUMI TE Mrs. VIRGINIA PATTON Mes. Luna BRATTIE { 22 } NSU AR Ss IPOH) Syl Mrs. Bopsirr Mrs. BRUSTER What A Life..!. Reoer INFORMATION DESK Mrs. Bayr, hard at work car- rying out her many tasks and responsibilities as our Infor- mation Desk attendant. ADMITTING OFFICE ‘‘T’m sending you a patient for a ward bed.’’ This being a familiar phrase of Mrs. Gay and Miss MecGranahan as they admit the patients to the hos- pital. BUSINESS OFFICE This group of active people comprising the Business Of- fice personnel are shown as they perform the duties of carrying on all business of the hospital. RECORD ROOM Mrs. Lewis seems extremely confident that everything is under control in this compl- cated work of compiling and filme the records of every single patient. PHARMACY Get y ol fe EEN DACO le here! Where confident (and registered too) pharmacists work. OPERATING ROOM Mosquito Forceps! BLOOD BANK No, this isn’t ‘‘DRACULA”’, but only Miss Turner busy vetting things ready for Dr. Creech to do the ‘‘bloody work.’’ X-RAY DEPARTMENT eHOld) cite CLCKyie aay OL may breathe.’’ Bisartic HEROIN: Bie % Hospital Life... DELIVERY ROOM Here is a place we shall all remember as both excit- ing and glorious—where we witnessed for the first time the most blessed event of them all. LABORATORY Home ot the =biy 00 D HOUNDS! But certainly a necessity to any hospital is that of an efficient Lab as we see here. PNYe SIL CUA EL Hit ies Va One of our nicest depart- ments is that of physical therapy. We see here Mrs. Waynick instructing a_pa- tient to walk with the aid of the parallel bars. THE NURSE To be a nurse is to walk with God, Along the path our master trod; To soothe the achings of human pain; To faithfully serve for little gain; To lovingly do the kindly deed, A cup of water to one in need; A tender hand on a fevered brow, A word of cheer to those living now ; To reach the soul through its body’s woe, Ah! this is the way that Jesus would go. Oh, white-capped nurses in dresses of blue, Our great Physician is working through you. —Author unknown KITCHEN Down in Ye Ole Rathskel- ler cooking up the chow for the day we witness Raymond eetting his final instructions from Miss Burgess who has the important duties of head dietician. NURSERY Here we witness many ‘bundles of joy’? brought into this world by the effi- cient Doctors and Nurses of our own Watts Staff. PURCHASING DEPARTMENT In this office we see Miss Eure busy at work taking ea re of all purchasing and distributing supplies needed throughout the entire hospi- tal. CHILDREN’S FLOOR So, when my nurse comes in for me, Ilome [| return across the sea, And go to bed with backward looks At my dear Land of Story- books. —Robert Lowis Stevenson PREMATURE NURSERY The State Board of Health is expanding its work in infant and maternal welfare with the aid of the U. S. Children’s Bureau to include assistance in the care of pre- mature infants. The main purpose of the Program is to give care to premature infants, to encourage the medical presonnel to meet these requirements and to reduce the mor- tality in North Carolina. Any baby that weighs less than five and one-half pounds and in the opinion of the pediatrician needs care even though the parents are unable to pay, is eligible. At present, there are six hospitals that have been approved for this program. They ores hex Hospital, Raleish, N; C.-22) Duke Hospital Durham, N: Oc; 3). Watts Hospital, Durham, N. C.; 4) Baptist Hospital, Winston-Salem, N. C.; 5) Memorial Mis- sion Hospital, Asheville, N. C.; 6) Charlotte Memorial Hospital, Charlotte, N. C. All of the above Hospitals have met the minimal standards such as: an isolated nur- sery, nursery for well premature babies born in the hospital, oxygen available in nursery, suitable incubators, and adequate isolation technique. Air conditioning and proper fur- nishines are also required. Carriers are supplied for the use of transporting the infants from the homes to the nearest approved Hospital. The nurse of that district shall bring the baby to the hos- pital and do ‘‘follow up’’ work on the family and the living conditions. { 29 } PRACTICAL NURSE SCHOOL Pie. we ome FMad NS o Mien Bone, { 30 } The first class of Stu- dent Practical Nurses be- gan their program of ' : training on January 9, Mrs. WAGGONER Mrs. ALFORD 1950. A class of twenty students, all from the Durham area, began their twelve months course of study, each looking forward to the day that they could become another member of the health team. These women are taught to care for the sub-acute, chronic, and convalescent pa- tients, as well as mothers and newborn infants, children, and the aged. They become skilled in many of the less technical and les s highly skilled nursing procedures and are trained to become an assistant to the professional nurse in caring for patients. The first class of Student Practical Nurses have now received their caps in recog- nition of the successful completion of their basie classroom work, and are at present beginning their eight month period of supervised hospital practice. The Student Prac- tical Nurses have been well received at Watts Hospital and are helping prove that there is a place for the trained Practical Nurse on the Health Team. { 31 } FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE He wore a crown of thorns that I Might wear a crown of light, And so in deep humility T’ll wear this cap of white. I’ll walk in quiet confidence, 3efitting one who knows, The path He trod once long ago, The way a Christian goes. And as I minister to those Who need His healing touch, { 33 } APPING EXERCISES I’ll serve them in the name of Him, so much. Who gave for me And somehow may His light shine forth Through me from day to day, That those entrusted to my care Will find the Living Way. For Him who wore a crown of thorns I’ll wear this cap of white, That when he calls I’ll worthy be To wear a crown of lght. —Alice Hansche Mortenson Christmas 1949 “Hark, the Herald Angels Sing, Glory to the new born King.” Here Comes Santa Claus !! { 34} BASKETBALL 1950 SCHEDULE WATTS OPPONENTS VA TALI O mae 2 Laatste eNom eee Wits Ce oA Seer i AVERAGE eae ate aL) ee ae ee lhowes-Grovéest.... 16 VBE ae eto tsa DD SER Petes Erwin Auditorium. ...... 8 BOAT Liss seme aes Ue, Hes ren Ee DikemNurcess ee 10 SVAN) A See NCO, eo aaa Durham Athleties ........ 19 VVMA SEY sete et ee a ee Ree LowesiGrovies es 26 AVIARY Dish ome teaches A MN che eet Erwin Auditorium ...... 16 VARYING peat Aree Ll eee Dukes Nurses: 2s 12 VAST Ce eae es eae ete, Durham Athletics ........ 30 Mrs. CLAYTON NaN WIR ee ee uy Sie ee et Oe Duke SNursess222 =o 13 Coach The Basketball team was composed of twelve members of the Student Body. These are Faye Covington, Willie Drummond, Ruth Elhott, Jean Fowler, Della Smith, Grace Jacobs, as forwards and Joan Jordan, Nell Davis, Sars Wilder, Elsie Rooker, Delores Willis, Glenna Stowers as guards. Della Smith was high scorer for the season. Captains were Willie Drum- mond and Sara Wilder. Mrs. Mary Clayton was Coach. The team vlayed in the American Legion Basketball Tournament in Hillsboro, N. C, and the Hillsboro Exchange Club won by the score of 25-16. The largest game of the season was between the Watts Nurses and the Watts Interns. Half the game was played by boys rules while the other half was played by girls rules. The Interns won 39-18. The team was considered to have had a very successful year and everyone showed very 200d cooperation and sportsmanship. { 35 } BASKETBALL wee 1950 WHITE CAP STAFF Kirzt BripcErs Advertising Manager Wituig DRUMMOND Photographic Editor LEA GRAVES Hditor in Chief Larly Fall Found Them Hopeful ... FAYE COVINGTON Assistant Editor JEAN CASEY Business Manager SOCIAL COMMITTEE DELORES RUMLEY FAYE COVINGTON Eusiz ROOKER Kitz BriIpGERS Mimi Bercuer { 38} AFFILIATES Left to right: Alice Collins, Edna Justus Hesper Hughes, Lois Lower, Odile Moya, Ruth Huffaker, Joyee Linderman, Marie Veltman, Martha Pratt, Dorothy Aker Virginia Spooner, pI 44 be TAL “The lady who sees all, Tells nothing, and who has brought Berry LOWRENCE PATRICIA PALMER Tuck to us all.” Annie has become a tradition to the students. She has been handed down from year to year since 1943 to two girls in the senior class by two outgoing seniors. This year ‘‘Annie’’ is being passed on to Betty Lowrance and Pat Palmer, two girls who have proved themselves to be worthy of the honor, by Lea Graves and Faye Covineton. Previous holders have been: 1943—Miss Connell 1944—Miss Dot Smith 1945—Miss Dot Vaught and Miss Betty Sentz 1946—Miss Nell Mason and Miss Edna Wilson 1947—Miss Norma Elkins and Miss Mary Brown 1948—Miss Dot Dezern and Miss Peggy Dameron 1949—Miss Betty Kelly and Miss Sarah Dallas 1950—Miss Lea Graves and Miss Faye Covington Pass her on- aaal th WHO’S WHO at WATTS SEMOR SUPERLATIVES Wlhe SI ane, .. BEST ALL AROUND . . MOST POPULAR . . . MOST VERSATILE { 43 } SENIOR SUPERLATIVES Gr beyibnts Sooo NAAN AATESTE 544} Arlee Wallace as AEA NEST SENIOR SUPERLATIVES ean Casey . . . MOST INTELLECTUAL eee M©@ IsLIKERYeOssUCEERD 446 uth — Hollingsworth . . . MOST PROFESSIONAL SEMOR SUPERLATIVES Faye Covington MOS AT REEILe 4 48 } raves . . . MOST ATTRACTIVE ea 4 49} SEMOR SUPERLATIVES Mary Vestal feos eDICNIEIED “Medical Dafinitions™ Bacteria—-The rear of a cafeteria. Beet—a potato with high blood pressure. Conscience—doesn t keep you from doing a thing; just keeps you from enjoying it. Flea—an insect that has gone to the dogs. Nudist—a person who goes coatless and vestless with trousers to match. Pretzel—a do-nut with rickets. Raisen a worried grape. R. N.—yreasonably nothing. Sentors ENIOR CLASS OFFICERS W tccrrs DRUMMOND, Guene cr a en ne . President ARLEE WALLACE . President JUNE KING soc. 02) ot oatye way in: ee eae GME eC eT ara [ms GRAVES 7 20%. 50 2 whe le, og ae ge . . Freasurer ANDERSON CLASS Mary Len ANDERSON APEX, N. C. So small and so much energy .. Ted’s fiancee . . . Likable . Always making plans for her future CATHERINE BRIDGES Goupsporo, N. C. Airy ...a fun loving person early bird .. . big brown eyes with hair to match ... loves a good time... somebody’s per- fCCh MULSeran ee) ICILZI JEAN CASEY Mounr Outve, N. C. Literary . .. Always ready to help . . . the cutest figure ean really trip the light fantas- bICe ea DOrLEccOlare JULIA CLARKE KENBRIDGE, VA. Long curly eyelashes ... Always singing ‘‘Carry Me Back To Old Vitoria es likesspoeLry = Wallo@encrovenes i Ullogentinee she’s really quite a girl this one. FAavE COVINGTON DANVILLE, VA. Possesses qualities of individu- ality ... loves horseback riding ihe beste SPORT Sore em alli sirankes. «main Worry hair... Mischievous and cute Weniewes PO RE ae WILLIE DRUMMOND AMHERST, VA. Charming red head .. . without temper... oozes personality .. . a true Virginian ... never wor- ries. . . an alleround gal= ‘‘“Where’s Wally ?’’ ANDERSON CLASS PEARL GARRISON Buruineron, N. C. Nature is brought out in her hair and eyes... ‘‘ Warren’’ ...a smile that would challenge almost anyone .. . usually seen in a ’48 Buick . CARENE GOODWIN Hiuusporo, N. C. A giggle that gurgles ... friendly as they come .. . real- ly enjoys life .. . ‘tall and at- tractive ... possesses good nurs- ing qualities . . . loves animals. LEA GRAVES DANVILLE, VA. Ideal southern belle ...a brain behind those sparkling eyes . . ‘“most attractive’”’ annual chief { .charm. 44 aucnrennat keeps ’em figuring . .. Faye’s BoE Ol) 2 eam FRANCES GURLEY Rocky Mount, N. C. Loyves .O B22 ee bash: Ulta slender and tender .. . natural curls . .. blushes easily Homesick .. . ‘‘ Anybody got a comic book?’’.. . JOSEPHINE HOLLEMAN WILMINGTON, N. C. Brunette ... exciting... kind and good ... loves red... the gift of shyness ... always look- ing for fun RutH HouuinGswortH WILMINGTON, N. C. The darkest eyes . . . different . always ready to lend a help- ing hand... at ‘home in a skat- ing rink ... Most Deserving... ANDERSON CLASS CATHERINE HUNTER BLUEFIELD, W. VA, An angel or pest depending upon the circumstance... Flirt ... loves to walk in the rain charming smile ... Take me back to West Virginia ... here today and gone tomorrow JOAN JORDAN FAYETTEVILLE, N. C. Nice smile... tall and neat... Professional . . . passes time reading ... kind... no truer friend . JUNE KING Mipway Park, N. C. ‘“There was once an Indian Maid’’... what eyes... witty and dreamy ... loves dancing . Spike Jones is her favorite. MARIE LAWRENCE DurHam, N. C. Eyes that sparkle . . . mischie- vous grin .. . loves to sleep Daring . . . pimento cheese sandwiches are her weakness. CATHERINE LEGWIN WILMINGTON, N. C. A piece of simple goodness way and the kindest heart loves to eat ice cream ... Old Duke standby YVONNE PICKARD DurHAM, N. C. Natural curly hair . . . just in case Fred Astaire is looking for a dancing partner .. . Love at baste. - a. Durhanrite . 2 eipeat and nice... Hot after the altar. { 56 } ANDERSON CLASS MARILYN SEEBER Buruineton, N. C. Neatness to perfection .. . peaches complexion ... Dreamy ... Looks awfully nice in her many clothes... Mary VESTAL SILER Crry, N. C. An eye full of neat grooming ... tall, slender and sensational . a ecbrvslérslover ane. aluetis WiLCOD altel D.aeeeaee ARLEE WALLACE PRINCETON, W. VA. Cuter than cute ... men are her specialty .. . very well liked ... loves music and dancing... adventurous . . . lovely blond hair. Wallies cetiu 0 seme Minprep Woops DurHam, N. C. A laugh that lite ee 3. and blonde .. .. BEAUTIFUL CAR . � alWays ha pp yee LL bye ELLIOTT CLASS Ruth Elliott Mary McBane Louise Poplin OxIE|D ENOL uosiapuy 9a] Aiey SOEIPAA 82 1 PuOMun dy St uostdd eS J4e2q SAUNT | uepJor or P4exd!q QUUOA) Kases ueer sobpiig !Z41)) SOAPIS) e907] bot nNn— Jaqeas uAjeW | | SPOOMA P2IPIIW “ZI UIMO2] sulaused “E| YHomsBuilloly 4iny “| JOJUNLY 949g “S| Sere tee tens beet ore nceeter renee Bury eunr UIMPOOD auddes Aajing seouely jeysaa Ase uojBulaos ahey a9 7A 8 | “6l 02 eee Se SENIOR SNAPS Last Will and Testament Being of sound mind and body, good character, and being certain that we soon shali depart from this region, we, the Senior Class of 1950 of Watts Hospital School of Nursing, Durham, North Carolina, do hereby make and declare this to be our Last Will and Testament. The following persons, we do declare to be the lawful and rightful heirs to the valuabie property of which we have to dispose. ARTICLE I Section I: To the Educational Department: We leave our appreciation for the arts and science of Nursing that they so diligently taught us. Section 11: To Mrs. Bessie Burgess and Miss Blanche Jacobs, we wish to thank, from our hearts, for the understanding they gave us when we made mistakes and for their tireless efforts in making The Watts Hosptial School of Nursing the best. Section I1I: To the Staff of Nurses and Doctors, we will always remember, for teaching and helping us learn the things that will make us good nurses. ARTICLE IT Section I: To The Allen Class, we leave our high place of service, our Senior privileges, our friendship and our responsibility of being the Senior Class of Watts Hospital School of Nursing. Section Il: To The Adams Class, we leave our ability to work, to organize, to be leaders, and to have faith that some day they will all be the very best nurses. ARTICLE ITT I, Willie Drummond, do will my ability to get along with the doctors to Rachel Hall. My figure to Mitzie Liles. I, Arlee Wallace, do bequeath my precious corner room to Betty Smith. My blond locks and Movie Star looks to Winifred Mason. I, Lea Graves, do will my endless hours spent on the Annual to the next WHITE Cap Editor. My ability to get along with Dr. Schiebel to the next scared scrub nurse. I, Faye Covington, do leave my love for Marvin to myself. My basketball ability to Jean Fowler. I, Julia Clark, do will my bedroom eyes to Joyee Westmoreland. I, Mary Lee Anderson, do leave my days spent on Campus to Chris Lamm. My enduring love for one man to Betty Lowrence. I, Ruth Hollingsworth, do bequeath my seat on the Hill House front porch to anyone that desires a sun tan as much as I. My skating ability to Vera Burris. I, Frances Gurley, do leave my exciting three months of OBS to Gladys Copeland. I, Mildred Woods, do will my love to take the girls riding to Memi Becher. My ever- lasting chatter of nonsense to June Bell. I, Catherine LeQuin, do leave my love for interns to Rebecea Roberts. My love of ice cream to Grace Jacobs. I, Pete Hunter leave—just to please the Student Body, my love affairs to Nell Davis and hopes that she keeps the record straight. I, Mary Vestal, do bequeath my closet space to Susan Gardner. My devotions to the Gay Philosopher to anyone that appreciates his teaching. I, June King, do will my ‘‘moods’’ to Ruth Elliott. My wit to Nancy McKinnon in hopes that she gets more voluntary response than I. I, Carene Goodwin, do bequeath my wit and originality to Jean Hight since she never has anything to talk about. I, Kitzi Bridgers, do leave all my vim, vigor and vitality to Pearl Smith. I, Jean Casey, do will my way with the patients at State Hospital to Grace Jacob. My B. 8. degree to Ruth Ridenhour. I, Joan Jordan, do bequeath my love for men to Lou Coultrain. My love of Ward F. to the Adams Class and hope that they take good care of it. I, Marilyn Seeber, do will my undying hours spent scrubbing walls for a certain super- visor to Hazel Bryan. My chair in Mrs. Burgess’ office to some unlucky girl that is always getting caught. I, Josephine Holleman, do bequeath my love for red-headed men to Elsie Rooker. I, Yvonne Pickard, do will my urge to get up before 4:00 p. m. when on night duty to Levene Tew. My shower singing to anyone that might know all the words. I, Marie Lawrence, do leave my love to ‘‘Weeds’’ to Carolyn Jordan. My burnt desk top to anyone leaving them lying around. I, Pearl Garrison, do leave my trail to the Altar to Frankie Groves. My love of the Roxboro Road to anyone that can find a mate there. ARTICLE IV We, the Senior Class of The Watts Hospital School of Nursing, do hereby appoint and instruct Mrs. Ruby Priece as sole Executor for our Last Will and Testament to carry out the same; her decision as to any matter being final. JOAN JORDAN Mary VESTAL Testators 1-635 History Lest We Forget— ““Place: Watts Hospital—Time: 1947-1950.77 1947-1956, three memorable years, three years which we hate to see come to a close—years that we squander blithely, never realizing what they have meant to us until we recall them later. There is a special something we get here at Watts Hospital that defies words—it’s a feeling—whieh has been very much present with us. Maybe it was the lump present in the throat when the student body sang through the hospital on Christmas eve: Noel, Noel The Angels did sing Was to certain— Maybe it came to you August 31, 1947, when we first walked through the halls of the Wyche House, or maybe in the classroom when we found the courses beginning to relate themselves; or in the room right after lights out when roommates rehashed the days’ activities; maybe at the tea given for new students, or at the tacky party in the basement of the Wyche House when we were escorted around by our ‘‘big sister.’’ At any rate we’ve ‘‘had it.’’ It’s the working together with other girls and patients, the sharing of common and human interest—- it’s Watts Hospital. And what will be our special memories of the past three years? Pre-clinical days—classes, classes, classes. And too, Lea’s classic remark when discussing Mrs. Warren’s watchful eye in place of the honor policy, ‘‘now that we’ve finished cheating, shall we move on to stealing! ’’ The newest fashion—a uniform of blue dress, white collar, cuffs, apron, and a hair net to hold up those glamorous curls of 1947. Our first day on the wards—the patients, the confusion, and the feeling of being a beginning part of the renowned profession. Then came our overnight leaves—a few hours at home in which we were free from the daily routine. A choice of Christmas or New Years at home found some of the members of the class away for their first time, but because of the grand sportsmanship, a merry holiday season was had by all. Glorious days were ahead—fitting of capes, arrangement of hairdos, and tingling in the head about the fact that we would soon step into the real phase of the nursing profession. The great day came. March 1, 1948, found us nervous, frightened, happy in the midst of relatives, friends, hospital executives, and a gorgeous ceremony, the Watts Hospital School of Nursing caps were ours. We breathed a sigh of relief and achievement—maybe we felt like crying—not of sadness but of happiness. The next few months found us doing the duties of a student nurse. We now felt we were doing things for the good of others who needed those pleasing smiles, cheerful words, and well-instructed service. Night duty became familiar words to all. Those lone hours that found us a little seared, a little confident, and a little sleepy—somehow we did make the grade. September—once again. Just one year ago found us entering into something new and faraway. Now we have had a view of what’s to happen within the next two years. Like it? Of course, you would not quit for anything! Vacation time—is something we awaited with eaverness—three whole weeks to crowd in the things we wanted to do. Ah yes, there has been work but there has been play. Remember the dances in the Wyche House basement, the cabin parties at Crabtree Creek and the pienies at Hill House? How can we ever forget the Social Committee who exerted the effort to have the best entertainment! The sewing of black bands on caps—and the enjoyment of senior privileges for the first time. Yes, we were seniors and soon to leave our alma mater. We were now beginning the last phase of the profession—no more night duty—considerably less 6-11 p.m. duty—and ‘a date with your favorite beau at least three nights a week till twelve midnight. And last, but not least, we found ourselves a bit excited, and bewildered about affiliation in Raleigh. Remember the day we left Watts? How did we feel? Maybe we felt we were leaving for good or maybe we would yearn for the past times together—just twenty- two of us gals—but a swell bunch—THE ANDERSON CLASS! Lest We Forget Some ole familiar phrases! ‘‘T’m sendin’ you a patient for a ward bed.’’ ‘“Your day off and a ward class at seven in the morning.’’ ‘On call—you serub for a hipnailing at 1 a.m. or for a bundle of joy at 5 a.m.’’ Clean your rooms, girls, for Tuesday a.m. inspection.’’ ‘Take those suiteases to the basement eloset.’’ ‘ Girls, those lights just have to be out at 10:30 Dstt ‘ Turn your radio down—It’s too loud! ’’ { 62 } ‘ Some of us still insist on using the rooms to dry our clothes.’’ ‘‘Let’s whoop it up, Julia!’’ ‘‘Tt’s four minutes till 12 midnight just the same.’’ “Where are your hairnets, girls?’’ ‘“M-O-P-P, R-A-G-G!’’ ‘ Whos buzz.’ ““Who did you call, R-891?’’ So Pariy tious Phin Delt diousey2 “Anybody got anything I can wear tonight?’’ SS laleny, Saou) 7” ‘‘Who wants a date? With whom?’’ It has been three good years, 1947-1950, three years characterized by unusual harmouy among the students, the administration, and the fellow-workers; three years memorable for hard work and good play—three years in which many of us became accustomed to things. It has been three years to which we will look back with mingled emotions—a_ chuckle here, a tear there—but with nostalgia for three years to go over. And so we write, ‘‘Au revoir, to the years 1947-1950.’’ you are a minute late—but you are late Mary VESTAL Class Prophecy -- 1950 Captain June King, Director of Nurses of the Naval Hospital at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, stood in her office and stared absent-mindedly out of the window, holding in her hand a letter from her former roommate at ‘‘Dear ’ole Watts.’’ This of course being Carene Goodwin, now night supervisor of the medical floors at Watts. Let’s glimpse over June’s shoulder and see what Carene has written. Dearest June: Just a few lines to let you know what the ’ole gang is doing now. Willie Drummond is out in sunny California. You know she went out to visit her sister after graduation, to learn the ‘‘art of swimming,’’ and instead learned the ‘‘art of loving.’’ Now she’s happily married. Arlee and Bob finally got married after he finished over at Duke and they’re living in Florida. Arlee is helping Bob in his dentist office and he says she’s quite a nurse! Faye Covington is living in Raleigh. Remember how she used to talk about the big house on the hill she’d have after graduation? Well she’s on the hill—Dix Hill—working that is! Lea Graves is working in the Children’s Hospital in Washington, D. C.—still after some influential lawyer or ‘Big Wheel.’’ Ruth Hollingsworth and Jo Holleman are working hand in hand at James Walker Memorial in Wilmington, N. C. Frances Gurley is head saleslady for the Curity Glove Factory in New York. She comes down oceasionally to check our supply. Mildred Woods, always very jolly, valued from her experience at the State Hospital and is now working at the Psychiatric Hospital in Asheville, N. C. Mary Vestal went back t9 Siler City to assist Dr. Baxley in the new hospital there. Pete Hunter, the charming and lovely wife of a New York lawyer is seen flying back to West Virginia to see her mother—what happened—no telephone? Marilyn Seeler just finished her Public Health course at Chapel Hill. I wonder where Gene went. Joan is back at the Fort Bragg Hospital where she is near home. We don’t hear much from her anymore. Marie (bum ’em by the bushel) Lawrence is doing industrial nursing at the American Tobacco Company. June, remember the big wedding Pearl had? She and Warren are living in Kentucky where he is working for a tobacco company. Had a letter from Yvonne the other day. She and Jack went to the Mardi Gras since it is near where they reside. Jean Casey is teaching ‘‘Ethics of Nursing’’ here. By the by—how is Kitzi? Has she found her ideal yet? Saw Mary Lee and Ted the other day. She doesn’t get around much any more—has to stay at home with the baby. Julia Clarke is in Texas now, assisting Dr. McLean with deliveries. Catherine LeGwin who always loved Ward H is working up there. Well, June, it’s about time to pick up night reports. We are still having the same trouble we had when the ’ole Anderson Class was here—the girls snoozing on duty. I think they have improved on cleaning the bedside tables, though. Do hurry and come to see us. We have made lots of improvements in our new 500 bed hospital. Love, CARENE P. S.—Carolina beat Duke last Saturday 27 to 7. What a game!! I wish all the gals could have been here to see it. C. JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS Lucretia Girr . . . . President SarAH ALLEN . . . Vice-President Jo BARNES. « (0 6... wlneastiner Pat PALMER... . . Secretary { 64 } ALLEN CLASS SARAH ALLEN Betsy BARNES JUNE BELL HAzEL BRYAN DorotHy CAMPBELL CHRISTINE CARTWRIGHT SHIRLEY CHERRY Mary Lou CouTRAIN { 65 } ALLEN CLASS GLADYS COPELAND NELL Davi JANET DEAN Mary Evans JEAN EOWLER LUCRETIA GIFT FRANCES GROVES RacHEL Hau { 66 } ALLEN CLASS NNE HENDERSON JEAN HIGHT Ruts HIntTon GRACE JACOB ANNA JORDAN DorotHy LAHR CHRISTINE LAMB Mirzie LIE: 4:67} ALLEN CLASS DELORES LORD Betry Lower: WINIFRED MASON OvELIA PAGE PATRICIA PALMER MartrHA PIERCE RosEBUD POOLE RutH RIIDENHOUR 4 68 } ALLEN CLASS ELSIE ROOKER DELORES RUMLEY BETTE SMITH DELLA SMITH PEARL SMITH La VERN TEW Mary WIGGINSs SARAH WILDER { 69 } ALLEN CLASS ARLIENE WILSON CARLIENE WILSON Nancy WINN Not pictured Nancy McKInnon e100 Freshmen FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS Potty ANN WituiAMsS'.... _ President RutH DARDEN... . Vice President SUSAN GARDNER Secretary Betsy LEWIS Treasurer hades ADAMS CLASS First Row: Betty Ann Adams, Wilmington, N. C.; Marvis Allen, Four Oaks, N. C.; Miriam Betcher, Maplewood, N. J.; Doris Blalock, Burlington, N. C. Second Row: Barbara Bobbitt, Durham, N. C.; Rebeeca Bollick, Hickory, N. C.; Dorothy Buchanan, Wilmington, N. C.; Vera Burris, Albe- marle, N. C. Third Row: Dorothy Byrum, Raleigh, N. C.; Edna Crew, Durham, N. C.; Joyce Cline, Kings Mountain, N. C.; Polly Costner, Charlotte, N. C. ers ADAMS CLASS First Row: Winifred Cousins, Durham, N. C.; Emma Darden, Siler City, N. C.; Doris Fisher, Whiteville, N. C.; Eunice Fisher, White- ville, N. C. Second Row: Susan Gardner, Goldsboro, N. C.; Betty Humphrey, Kin- ston, N. C.; Carolyn Jordan, Fayetteville, N. C.; Betsy Lewis, Charlotte, No C, Third Row: Carolyn Lewis, Graham, N. C.; Mary McVey, Durham, N. C.; Joyee Oakley, Carrboro, N. C.; Jane Powell, Whiteville, N. C. { 73 } ADAMS CLASS Fwst Row: Doris Parrish, Kittrell, N. C.; Lee Pennington, Goldsboro, N. C.; Rebecca Perry, Gastonia, N. C.; Lawrene Piland, Raleigh, NG? Second Row: Rebecca Roberts, Cameron, N. C.; Janet Sessoms, Erwin, N. C.; Freda Simmons, Clinton, N. C.; Marie Smith, Biltmore, NC: Third Row: Barbara Stockard, Burlington, N. C.; Glenna Stowers, Cone Creek, Va.; Nellie Sullivan, Sims, N. C.; Peggy Sykes, Hills- boro, N. C. st TESS ADAMS CLASS irst Row: Jan Thomas, Durham, N. C.; Valeria Vinson, Roseboro, N. C.; Judith Woody, Henderson, N. C.; Lukevia Wade, Morehead CitveN GC: Second Row: Joyce Westmoreland, Durham, N. C.; Pollyanna Williams, Durham, N. C.; Mattie Wilhams, Bynum, N. C.; Delores Willis, Burlington, N. C. Third Row: Clara Wooten, Whiteville, N mC: Not Pictured: Doris Crews, Mary Gurkins. BETS Marne PaBaae Copyright 1950, Liccerr Myers Tosacco Co. BEST WISHES to the Class of 1950 Compliments of UZZLE MOTOR CO. Foster and Geer Sts. Phone W-191 Congratulations and Best Wishes (lass of 1950 WE APPRECIATE YOUR PATRONAGE AND WILL BE PROUD TO SERV Ea @ Wi Svan 4578) 5 Best Wishes to the Class of 1950 COMPLIMENTS OF NELLO L. TEER CONSTRUCTION CO. Compliments of Clark's ESSO Service WASHING — GREASING — POLISHING ROAD SERVICE Esso Products 2913 Roxboro Road Telephone 9-4648 Durham, North Carolina BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF 1950 From The DURHAM MORNING HERALD AND THE DURHAM SUN COMPEBTE NEW SPAPERS SERV IGE WDNC at 620 Kilocycles and WDNC-FM at 105.1 Megacycles are the Radio services of THE HERALD-SUN PAPERS Compliments of PEPSI-COLA BOTTLING CO PE ag eas Divideretany, Nt pecs { 80 } A. C. STEPHENSON SON PUMP AND TANK SERVICE 25 UOMO OLLeCC ie 4 1G BLO Durham, North Carolina We Install Any Size Tanks for Gas or Oil General Upkeep and Repairs To Service Station Equipment WORK GUARANTEED We are Interested in Your Business Marks the spot where you find what you want i ) an {8} ‘ Sincerest Congratulations to the Class of 1950... Trust Company Customers Get Ahead Faster Heals $509) j ae Member F.D.1.C. Apex, Cooleemee, Creedmoor, Durham, Hillsboro, Mebane Wake Forest GROWING WITH DURHAM TO SERVE THE PEOPLE OF DURHAM SSS co DURHAM‘S BEST STORE SINCE 1886 { 82} Best Wishes to the Class of 1950 From WEEKS MOTORS, Inc. Lincoln and Mercury Distributors 408 Geer Street Durham, N. C. Telephone F-139 UPON YOUR GRADUATION The admiration of all Durham goes forth to you graduating members of The Watts Hospital School of Nursing. Please accept our Congratulations. We know little of the hardships which test an aspirant to your goal, but the patience, kindness and devotion shown by your profession is an in- spiration to all. DUKE POWER COMPANY BEST WISHES GRADUATING CLASS of 1950 WM. MUIRHEAD CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INCORPORATED Construction “By Muirhead” for Centralized Responsibility Durham, North Carolina How Do You Measure a Store ? Not by square feet, or number of floors, or the brick and stone and steel in the store .. . but by the depth of courtesy, the broad- ness of hospitality, and the circumference of service. Shop at the Belk-Leggett Company and you shop with confidence. BELK-LEGGETT CO. Durham’‘s Shopping Center 4. 84: Best Wishes to the Graduates of WATTS HOSPITAL BELK-LEGGETT STUDIO Official Photographers for this Annual Coke Replaces Thirst- Refreshment Scores The Peabody Drug Company Wholesale Druggists 305 West Pettigrew Street DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA Compliments of The Little Acorn Restaurant “For Fine Foods’ Phone F-6001 Proprietor 700 Rigsbee Ave. Re VVemnOy GRORT Durham, N. C. oon: QO CLAUDE M. MAY Our Sincere Wishes pointing anor ed For auBrightecuture and Decorating Compliments of 105 W. Chapel Hill St. DURHAM, N. C. W. C. LYON PAINT CO. Phone L-0381 | 3 Compliments of DURHAM OFFICE SUPPLY COMPANY When Better Automobiles are Built “Complete Office Supplies” Buick Will Build Them SHAW-WALKER FIRE FILES Steel Furniture and Equipment Posture Chairs, Wood Furniture Genuine Engraving, Greeting Cards Compliments of Social Stationery, Carbon Paper Binders, Files, Folders Indexes, Ribbons JOHNSON MOTOR CO. Phone L-919 105 W. Parrish St. Durham, N. C. { 88 } T H E O W LE: Compliments of 1113 Broad Street Hospital Pharmacy SODA - SUNDRIES On Corner of Watts Hospital BEER SECURITY Som mentsso! BUILDING AND LOAN SOUTHERN FRUIT ASSOCIATION AND Trust Building PRODUCE COMPANY Durham, North Carolina Compliments of Compliments of The Waffle Shop Montgomery Florist MACK’S FURNITURE CO, ANDREWS nc: FURNITURE COMPANY 207 Morgan Street Beers (La eYaI Furniture and House Furnishings PHILCO Refrigerators Ranges Phone X-1127 Box 428 Television Radios OGM nineStcact “Famous for Quality West Durham, N. C. the World Over’ Congratulations, Class of 1950 Congratulations and Best Wishes FAIRVIEW FOOD STORE H. W. DODSON’S Fine Meats ESSO SERVICE and Quality Groceries Broad Street and Club Boulevard Hillsboro, N. C. Phone X-5586 Durham N. C. J. G. GOODWIN, Proprietor MODERN BANKING EAGIEVEIES Complete Banking Service DILLON SUPPLY CO. Mill Supplies — Machinery Plumbing and Heating Equipment Consult Us For Your Needs . The 112 South Duke Street DEPOSITORS National Bank Durham, N. C. Main and Corcoran, Durham MEMBER fLoenat‘oerosir insurance cont { 90 } Compliments of Compliments of Cable’s Gulf Service BROAD STREET DRUG COMPANY 1101 Broad Street 1139 Broad Street Durham, North Carolina Durham, North Carolina Phone X-3567 Congratulations MORRIS PLAN ae BAN K Best Wishes To the Girls in White @ Loans @ Savings Accounts @ Checking Accounts Godspeed to a Most Member Important Profession Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation BRAME SPECIALTY COMPANY Main and Market Streets {91} We Welcome Accounts from All Watts Hospital People .. . Use Our Thrifticheck Checking Account Service Your Name Printed On Each Check THE FIDELITY BANK West Durham Branch at Corner of Ninth and Perry Streets is Convenient to Watts Hospital UNIVERSITY MOTORS, Incorporated Authorized Sales and Service Dodge — Plymouth Cars — Dodge Job-Rated Trucks 806 West Main Street Durham, North Carolina Service Phone Office Phone L=O17A1 L-4341 QUALITY MEATS — FANCY GROCERIES SERV-ALL FOOD STORE 704 Ninth Street Durham, North Carolina Courteous Service Fair Dealings BUDD-PIPER ROOFING COMPANY Contractors Manufacturers Distributors Roofing —- Waterproofing — Sheet Metal Work — Ventilating Durham, North Carolina 49255 WEST'S SALES THE HARDWARE AND SERVICE STORES, Inc. Seman City men ee Washing — Polishing Lubrication Gulf Tires — Batteries V. E. BELL SONS, Inc. 1970 Perry Street Dywirnvetaay, INL (C, Hillsboro Road and Ninth St. Phone X-1204 Durham, N. C. Phone X-6646 Heating and Ventilating Contractors Compliments of HOCKFIELD HOSIERY mV) GiERESPRIGESeAREREOVY ER Nurses White Hose —- Dress Hose Dresses —- Lingerie —- Sportswear Coats — Suits 1082 Orange St. Durham, N. C. Compliments McDONALD’'S CUT-RATE DRUG STORE 732 9th Street Durham, N. C. “Home of Fried Chicken’ DINE AND DANCE VILLAGE INN Compliments of Goss Grocery Co. @ongratulations To the Finest Nursing Staff in the World” Harry Rosenthal MARTIN’S JEWELRY CO. 94 } Compliments of CITY TRANSFER CO. 2405 Picket Road Durham iN@. GC: Phone 7-4120 Compliments of DURHAM DAIRY A. Good Place for the Whole Family to Relax CRUTCH’S Roxboro Rd. and Club Blvd. Durham, North Carolina Phone J-244] EDWARDS MOTOR CO. CHRYSLER AND PLYMOUTH DEALERS, Incorporated Siler GityaaN ae: DON BOOTH DRUG COMPANY Prescriptions 1009 Chapel Hill Street Phone 7-5132 DUninanyaiNes Ge STYLE SHOP, Inc. Exclusive Fashions 117 East Main Street Durham, N. C. Compliments of BROADWAY TAXI CO. Call N-123 For Best in Eats TEAGUE’S CAFE Siler City, N. C. Best Wishes from BUTLER SHOE SHOP Compliments of Womack’s Service Station HARTMAN'S For Fine Food Oxford Highway Compliments of REES CLOTHING STORE Siler Gity Nance { 95 } HOTEL GAS AND STORAGE, Inc. 314 East Chapel Hill Street Durham, North Carolina Compliments of Jake Nurkin’s Valetor Service Hat Cleaning — Pressing — Shoe Shine Open Sundays Durham, N. C. CHATHAM COFFEE SHOP Siler City, N. C. THE WHITE ELEPHANT Square Dancing Siler City, N. C. Congratulations .. Class of 1950 NEW METHOD LAUNDRY AND DRY CLEANERS Compliments of J. M. MATHES COMPANY, Inc. Wholesale Distributors 121 N. Duke St. Durham, N. C. ROYAL ICE CREAM CO. “A Royal Delight in Every Bite’’ 1000 Roxboro Street Durham, North Carolina INGRAM AND SUGGS Plumbing and Heating Contractors 2907 Roxboro Rd. Phone R-4956 Best Wishes from EDWARD'S FLORIST The Beauty of Our Business UNIVERSITY LUNCHEONETTE is Flowers 912 W. MadineSt a Phoners-9072 Best Wishes Glasstotm 1950 Compliments of DURHAM AUCTION HOUSE GATES GROCERY STORE C li ts of Compliments of ompliments o A FRIEND FREEDMAN’S CLOTHIER Five Points Sealy WH THE RECORD BAR SILER CITY HARDWARE Popular — Classical — Swing COMPANY Corner Church and Parrish Sts. Phone J-998] Camdinncia Ferrel’s Watch Hospital ; 8 Doctors and Nurses COPLEY’S SERVICE in Attendance STATION 108 W. Parrish St. (Opposite Silvers) Compliments of Hicks Grocery All Kinds of Fruits and Vegetables Complete Line of Groceries Compliments of Quality Grade A Western Meats New Store at Old Location MARVIN’S RESTAURANT Roxboro Road Phone 9-3316 Best Wishes RAY BROWNING CLOTHIER Quality Men’s Clothing , 208 N. Mangum St. GLADSTEIN’S, Inc. Phoneme. from Co mpliments of ORIENTAL RESTAURANT OEE { 96. } Be | seit ame ia ta Using Schoo) library Wats. Mospitay Mtirsae. Home Sage ee ee