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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1941
Page
3
A reflective snippet recalls Howell Rivers at the movies with Lenora Rush last Friday and a fearsome moment when Hartwell Slayden’s car was halted by police. The piece notes quick ice cream, Doris profiting with charm, and a sentimental scene, while Branda and Billy discuss a mustache.
The article lists six new cheerleaders: Mary Pappas Susan Shryock Elizabeth Rainsberger Keith Ritter Billy Brown and Eugene Babb. Pep meetings are planned before the next home game to learn cheers and energize the crowd. Students are urged to contribute new cheers to diversify the squad.
A group of three seniors and seven juniors, led by Cooleen Shine, Brenda Carter, and Doris Register, dressed in outlandish outfits resembling scarecrows and circus performers for a booster club event. The ensemble included mismatched accessories such as hats, fake jewelry, and odd garments, with each participant showcasing a theatrical persona.
A timeline lists eight years of events at the school: Karl Jansen from Sweden gave an assembly program. the Oranges and Shammrocks added soccer and baseball to sports. Handley won a season opener 19 to five. Mary Scully became senior class president. Richard Himelright led the Executive Council. Robert Bridgers became president of the General Organization. Collette and Walton joined the faculty as new members.
The piece records lively high school scenes with cheer leaders Phyliss Ann Light and Jane Cather, Evelyn Preston facing ribbing, Snuffy kicking points, and Miss McCue chasing bottles. It notes hot weather for football, admiration for the Calvin Coolidge team, and Billy Hartey removing girls hats as crowd morale rises.
Handley High School invites student input for the Junior Evening Star paper. The Booster Club has taken over editing but all students should cooperate. Send items to the mailbox outside Mrs Barr's office for possible printing to help make this year’s paper the best ever.
In the fourth week of school band instruments left by Mr McIiwee's door clutter the corridor and cause near accidents daily. The note urges immediate action to prevent a catastrophe and protect students from injuries.
A school notices day that after Monday October 13 dues rise to 2.00 for the G O year. Paying early saves 1.50 and grants free entry to home football and basketball games, free or discounted outside programs, and intramural participation only for paid members plus a room plaque for full payment.
Mrs. Solenberger's Brats sponsored a Truth or Consequences style assembly. Students Lewis Richards Bill Way Isabelle Larrick Lou Arnold Ben Dutton Betty Hengeveld Jesse Kiracofe participated on stage. Ben Dutton and Isabelle Larrick won candies for correct answers. Parson's Gettysburg Address and Browning's solo tied for a teaching award to be decided later. Bill Way's ballet claimed first prize and the program drew praise.
Students give mixed views on a new grading method for conduct. Colleen Cather and Charles Zuckerman oppose it while Jane Lanahan and Doris Register see potential benefits. Peggy Anderson vows compliance. Others refrain, citing need to see personal grades before comment.
Bobby Taylor called Snuffy, the 205 pound tackle and guard, anchors the line. This will be his fourth year on the varsity, bringing experience and strength to the team.
Crossword clues fill a long list from 1 across to 52 across with several theme items and definitions. The second portion lists the advisory council members and student leadership, noting trophy plaques for high percentage G. O. dues payments and seniors gaining lunch-line privilege and assorted club representatives.
The letterman Quail, a three year varsity player with two letters, starred as center and end last year and shows equal skill in the backfield. Snuffy played only one Saturday due to a torn finger but is expected to return soon.
The new joint student and faculty Assembly Committee chaired by Mrs. Peery met to discuss the value of Assembly programs. They concluded these programs offer self expression, cultural and educational benefits, morale, courtesy, and good audience habits.
The committee plans awards for assembly programs with plaques for the top giving group and emblems for their rooms. Winners in each class retain a vote for best advisory group with points toward the assembly program trophy. The panel includes Mr. Quarles and Miss Payre.
The Executive Council met for its first session last Tuesday with Wayne Whithan presiding as the new president. The article notes a deadline for payment of $1.50 G. O. Dues.
Fragmentary notes show Heesae Willians at West Point with Yue Carlye Whiting in freshman class. Farley Massey at Sargent College Boston. Julia Rena Richards at Madison, Jean Brill in training at University of Maryland. Bill McIntyre at Randolph Macon’s Men’s College.
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