Whitmer High School - Oracle Yearbook (Toledo, OH)

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THE ADMINISTRATION Whitmer's first principal was Mr. C. L. Messmore, who retained the position until 1936. In 1936 Mr. Earl Keller was principal, followed by Mr. Elmer Marks in 1938. Our own Mr. Arden C. Walker became principal on February 1, 1950. In 1937 Mr. Earl Keller was local superintendent. In the fall of 1940, Mr. A. N. Thurston assumed the position, followed by Mr. Earl B. Driver in 1945. Mr. J. W. Whitmer was the first county superintendent, followed by Mr. E. J. Krieger. Mr. Harold M. Ryder, one of the original 88 county superintendents from Ohio chosen in 1914, has been superintendent of this county since 1940 when he came from Fremont, Ohio. 2 l .,,.,.., as 8 141 ,,, .. ,ff- 0 4' we-MA 7 3351 vfsiif , I-W IQ? L? 1 EES E 2 ,A . I . j kill iii I J . . M 1? . 16111 1. I ' if '

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ARDEN C. WALKER Principal of Whitmer High Looking in retrospect at Whitmer High School life for the 1951-1952 school year, we realize that our athletic teams were not invincible, neither do we claim that many of our students will become world noted scholars or leaders, but even with these admissions, our school banners of which we sing so reverently in our school hymn, have been carried to a high level of achievement. I think we are better understanding that true- education can never be adequately meas- ured by points earned in contests of physical skill, contest or oral declamation, or even by demonstration of high academic abilities on local and national tests. It is more accurately portrayed by sincere graciousness, and friendliness extended to all of our associates by a deep respect for truth, honor and justice, by emo- tional stability and strength during times of stress, by a willingness to combine our talents with hard work, that we may contribute to world progress, and by humility before God for our many imperfections. These traits must serve as the foundation of our educational program, then, facts and skills may be taught with assurance that they will be used for the betterment of mankind. It is in these areas .that I think we at Whitmer may be proud. Our homes, churches, and schools have worked hard toward this end, and you are a credit to them. It has been an abiding pleasure to have spent this year with you. Best Wishes, ARDEN C. WALKER, PRINCIPAL 6

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BOARD OF EDUCATIO Left to right: Earl B. Driver, Superintendent, Gerald Eldridge, Vernon Browne, Clyde Elder Dr. Stephen Donath, Members, Orra K. Benton, Clerk-Treasurer, Emery Myers, President of the Board. SECRETARIES BETTY CONRAD Secretary to O. K. Benton, Board Clerk ALICE SEGUIN Secretary to Arden C. Walker, Principal of Whitmer 8 CATHERINE LONGNECKER Secretary to Earl B. Driver, Superintendent