Woodruff High School - Talisman Yearbook (Peoria, IL)

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011411 ROBER 0. BURT. LB.. M.A. Iournalism, Citizenship, Salesmanship, Advertising Mr. Burt is the guiding light of the Woodruff Observer . WILLIAM G. CARLIN. B.S. Plane and Solid Geometry, College Algebra Mr. Carlin's interest in athletics is well-known, and everyone has heard of his Child Psychology . C. E. CARTER. B.S. Woodwork, Auto Technique Mr. Carter has a unique hobby-building and using fine rifles. Q' fi' N., . ,-- ' Mathemati , 1 ting V Mr. Citron's time is filled with spreading Woodruff's fame. MARY CODY. A.B. Shorthand, Typing, Business Training Bowling is the outlet for Miss Cody's vivacious energy. 0. W. CONNETT. B.S.. M.S. Metalwork We hope Mr. Connett catches fish as big as his smile. HAZEL E. AITCHISON. B.S. Advanced Clothing Miss Aitchison likes a bit of fashion illustration and sketching along with her beautiful creations in clothes. ARTHUR H. ARMITAGE. B.S. Machine Shop, Pattern Making Perhaps the reason Mr. Armitage is so good at stalking talkers in study hall is because he is a hunter. BERT!-IA BERMAN. A.B. English, Speech An all-around personality with an ability in dramatics that's tops -Miss Berman. VI-IRNA BLACKBURN, A.B.. M.A. Mathematics She's perfection when it comes to giving her time to help you. E. I. BOOMGARDEN. A.B.. B.Ed. German, English, Biology Mr. Boomgarden symbolizes patience to us, because his hobbies are chess, golf, and fishing. MELVIN H. BRYE. B.S. Mechanical Drawing If you want to see Mr. Brye beam with pride, just ask about his little girl. Twelve

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As the theme of our Talisman this year is democratic in nature, my remarks to you stu- dents of Woodruff High will follow that run of thought. During the recent months the course of free men has suffered disaster after disaster. Sur- prising totalitarian strength has been met by unexpected weakness in many democratic coun- tries. Rich and powerful states have been invaded, overrun and conquered with in a few days or weeks. The picture which the world presents to us as Americans and friends of democracy is vivid and terrifying. lf our citizens have no convic- tions in which they believe, democracy will be supplanted. If Americans will not voluntarily obey the discipline of morality, immoral forces will discipline us. If the spirit of sacrifice is lost, the American Way of life will disappear. The school and- church must work out together the salvation of the spiritual life of our people. The freedom of these two institutions will en- dure or fall together. The situation calls for a bold and comprehen- sive program for the defense of American democracy. This program must assume at least three aspects--military, economic and moral. The first two are under the direct supervision of our federal government. The latter is a problem of you and me individually. Everywhere in the schools today, as in our own building, are students, under the super- vision of teachers of wise guidance, who will come forward with great service to the human rage. In our country, the children of the people, of all the people-rich and poor, of every race and creed have their chance. And when thru honest growth, proved merit, and wise leader- ship the pilots of tomorrow take their places at the helm, we want them to be surrounded and supported by fellowmen likewise schooled in the simple and abiding principles of demo- cracy. With this purpose and this faith let us renew our confidence in the destiny of humanity, a hope that cannot fail. reeevfgdee world is suffering from fear, privations, and the horrors of war , when most A does not the thought of I am an American have a deeper meaning than it ever had before? Are we thinking only of the comforts, the advantages, and the privileges we enjoy be cause we are Americans? I-low about the responsibilities that are ours if we are to main tain this freedom that is more precious than life itself? How can we as individuals meet this responsibility? May we not do it in our daily living right here at Woodruff and in our home community by clean thinking, clean liv ing, honest dealings, and respect for the rights of others? Too many feel that they can get by if they do mediocre work, are dishonest and disregard high moral standards. Our nation is just as strong and fine as we as individuals make tt. lt is today facing a crisis, the like of which it has never before been called upon to meet. If all of us do our part to meet this challenge with strength, courage and preparedness as every sincere American should, then I am an American will have a new and deeper significance. Mft Eleven 'r. c. 'corenu zrvnvur c. Mscnormrn Dean of Boys Dean of Girls

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THOMAS E. CORRELI.. B.S. Physical Education, Hygiene Although few know it, Mr. Correll is quite accomplished in the deep, dark art of magic. FLORENCE I. COURTRIGHT, A.B. P Bookkeeping, Shorthand, Typing Miss Courtright's practice and interest in photography keep the Camera Club on its toes . MARIA CBOWLEY, A.B. English With jokes that are new and clever, Miss Crowley keeps her classes happy. PAUL M. CULVEH. B.S. Electricity, Mathematics Mr. Culver forgets the vexations of teaching by playing golf.- IOHN DUNLOP. IR.. B.A.. M.A. Commercial Law IL. Social Science, U.S. History, Economics, Social Pro lem Mr. Dunlop's wit is a constant and pleasant diversio . LAURA L. GEDGE, B.S. Hygiene, Physical Education Woodruff likes 'to boast of its champion ping-p g player, I. BYRON DURHAM..B.S. Miss Gedge. Woodworking Mr. Durham is the conjurer who directs the creation of our stage sets. K -t , R N 'nw 'rem ,wtf , it . 4 ROY A. GUMMERSON. B.S. Bookkeeping ' Collecting letterheads is a restful hobby for the busy Mr. Gummerson. IONAS C. HALL, A.B.. M.A. Biology Lover of, and authority on the best hunting and fishing is our own Mr. Hall. WILLIS O. HARMS. B.S.. M.S. Mechanical Drawing, Machine Drawing Woodruifs good name means a great deal to Mr. Harms. GLADYS M- HEDSTROM, A.B. French, English Miss Hedstrom's love of music shows itself in the French songs she teaches. LAURA C. HEDSTROM. B.S.. M.S. Thirteen Foods, Home Management, Vocational Home Making This is a new one--Miss Hedstrom's hobby is cats. X