CLASS HISTORY

In 1919 the class of ‘21 first entered the hall of Grove City High School to take up their studies in the eighth grade under the direction of Miss Neyman, Miss Conrad and Miss Washahaugh. High School life had hitherto been a mystery to them and they were eager to learn. After the first few weeks, their shyness wore off and as a class they showed themselves loyal supporters of the High School. As it was customary for each class to entertain the rest of the school at literary once each year, when their turn came around they decided to give a play. Through the resourcefulness of Eddie Thomas they procured some very elaborate costumes and under the capable direction of their teachers succeeded in presenting a very interesting and entertaining production. The other events of the year 1919 are scarcely noteworthy.

In 1920 the same class returned to G. C. H. S., Freshmen. The fortunate (?) teachers were Miss Johnston, Miss Jessie Christy, Miss [Edith] Houston and Miss [Eugenie] Coulter. No spectacular program was attempted until the year was well under way and all had become accustomed to their new studies. However, about Christmas time Joe Husband started plans for a party and after securing the consent of Professors [H. M. B.] Lehn and [G. H.] Crowther, committees were appointed and definite arrangements made. In spite of the fact that the evening of the affair turned out to be very disagreeable, there was a fine attendance; every one had a good time and the “eats” were great.

This same year the Inter-Class Cup was offered to the Champion Class Basketball team and the energetic Freshmen set out to win it. They loyally supported their team, and although the Sophs finally succeeded in gaining the coveted prize they were not at all down-hearted.

As to their literary pursuits-—another play was decided upon. This time they chose “A Trip to the Land of X,” an algebraic allegory. Again their success may be largely attributed to the tireless efforts of their teachers and the boys who spent many hours constructing trellises and platforms and painting placards.

The Sophomore year of the class of ‘24 was uneventful, however, their Junior year was crowded with activities. A friendly rivalry grew up between the rooms. Miss Johnston’s boys were dubbed the “Rough Necks” by Miss Christy’s room and in return christened the latter the “Angel Faces,” challenging them to contest in athletics and scholastics. Mr. [H. S.] Manson's and Miss [Lois] Burnham’s rooms, determined not to be left out, took the names “The Test Tubes" and “The Rose Buds” respectively and got into the game.

Later in the year the class was organized and the annual Junior-Senior Banquet celebrated; it was held in the College gymnasium followed by a program and games in the High School auditorium. It was announced one of the most successful in the history of the school.

Socially the banquet was a huge success but financially—not so good. “The Trysting Place” was given by a cast of Juniors at London Grange Hall. Those taking part were Si Emery, Phyllis McQuiston, Louis Donaldson, Virginia Jamison, Louella Richardson, “Chuch” Simmons, and Ed Thomas, assisted by Gladys Turner and Ed A'Hearn who helped with the music, Miss Johnston director. The receipts of this performance and one given at Millbrook by the same people with the addition of another group who presented “Molly’s Aunt” made up the deficit and left a pretty little surplus in the coffers.

The Senior year was enlivened with business affairs. rings, pins, dresses, programs, and photos for the year book. The class is justly proud of the fact that in their Senior year they edited the school’s first Year Book. Of course the credit can not be entirely theirs, for the Juniors enthusiastically gave much time and effort to the book and without their support and that of the rest of the school nothing could have been accomplished. The class owes most, however, to Miss Johnston whose suggestions and efforts were invaluable.

And now as the class of ‘24 approaches the end of its High School career, may each member resolve that in that larger school of life which he will enter, he will live tip to the motto chosen in G. C. H. S.----- ”Facta non Verba.”

1924 Pine Knot, Grove City High School yearbook, pages 32-33.