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Yearbook Name
The Spirit of Armstrong 1945
Location
Richmond, Virginia
Additional Information
ARMSTRONG 1945
THE SPIRIT OF ARMSTRONG
PUBLISHED BY THE SENIOR CLASS OF ARMSTRONG HIGH SCHOOL IN RICHMOND, VIRGINIA
To our beloved sponsor, Mrs. Virginia Howell
Brinkley, the class of 1945 of Armstrong High
School respectfully dedicates this book.
The words we write here cannot fully express the
deep appreciation and affection we have for our
lovely, young sponsor, who has given so unselfishly
of her time and energy. She has been hard work
ing, wise, and just, as well as understanding and
lovable. She has impressed on us the necessity of
living by the golden rule.
Throughout the coming years we shall attempt to
let our lives make her happy, she sacrificed so much,
that we might develop.
MRS. VIRGINIA HOWELL BRINKLEY
Reverend Chester Arthur Lindsey
The Reverend Chester Arthur Lindsey, teacher in the Armstrong High School for twenty-nine and a half years retired February 1, after rendering outstanding service in the English Department of the school. Reverend Lindsey earned the B.D. degree from the Virginia Theological Seminary and College in Lynchburg in 1909 and the A.B. degree from the Virginia Union University in 1915. When Union became a Grade A College he took additional work, and in 1925 received the new A.B. degree from the accredited college. He later completed there the residence work for the M.A. degree. • In 1933 Virginia Union University conferred on him the D.D. degree because of his progressive, unselfish work in the fields of Religion and Education. • As Reverend Lindsey retires, the affection and respect of the entire community, as well as that of the faculty and pupils of Armstrong High School, go to him in grateful appreciation. • May the years ahead be even more fruitful, and may he now find the leisure to enjoy more fully the good that he has wrought throughout the years.
MRS. E. C. SHARP English
MRS. M. W. PAYNE English
MISS O. C LINDSEY English
MRS. L. J. BANKS English
MISS D. V. QUARLES English
MISS L. M. BROWN
English
MRS. W. E. COOKE
English
MRS. M. B. BETTIS
English
MISS G. H. KENT
English
MR. J. R. RANSOME
History
FACULTY
MRS. S. B. LEWIS History
MRS. H. B. SEGEAR History—Guidance
MR. B. F. KERSEY History
MRS. P. A. WHITE History
MRS. V. H. BRINKLEY History
MRS. E. A. GREEN
Mathematics
MRS. D. B. TOYER
Mathematics
MRS. M. M. BROWN
Mathematics
MRS. B. A. (HARRINGTON Mathematics
MR. H. S. CRAWFORD Mathematics
MRS. C. J. BROWN
Mathematics
MR. G. H. REID
Mathematics
MISS E. P. BOWLES
Science
MR. C. J. FOSTER
Science
MISS V. H. HOWELL
Science
FACULTY
MRS. H. G. GADSDEN Science
MR. L. P. BROWN Science
MR. W. T. CARTER Science
MR. C. V. CARNEY Latin
MISS E. D. BRADLEY French
MR. H. E. SAVAGE Music
MR. S. G. MADDEN Business
MRS. M. M. WINSTON Business
MRS. M. B. CHEATHAM Business
MISS B. L. FIELDS
Industrial Arts
MISS B. J. WHITING Industrial Arts
MR. T. T. COLEMAN Auto Mechanics
MR. E. W. HARRIS Wood Work
MISS G. L. BOLLING Librarian
MISS N. MADISON Secretary to Librarian
MRS. M. L. JOHNSON Clerk
MRS. E. C. KENNY Clerk
CLASS POEM
Louise Delores Reese
Dear Alma Mater, the time has come That we must say farewell,
The time has come to leave you now, We trust we leave you well.
Our entrance was exciting,
Our departure is sad;
Our thoughts will e’er be full of you And the joys in you we’ve had.
Now that we must say good-bye to thee, In words but not in thought,
We shall never forget thee, Old Alma Mater, And the lessons from thee wrought.
Then farewell, Dear Armstrong,
With thoughts fond and true;
Our parting time has come at last, And sadly we say, Adieu.
CLASS SONG
(tune of stardust)
Words by Alma Edythe Robinson
Farewell to Armstrong High
The school we cherish most,
Gee I we’ll miss you so
Your memory with us will ever be
The time is late, let’s say adieu
We give thanks to you
For four years of inspiration.
We love thee dear old school
And now our meditations
Are in refrain of farewell song,
We’ve tried to do our best
And now we’ve met the test.
You are in our hearts;
Your guiding light, may it shine so bright Now we’ll grow in guiding paths
We won’t learn in vain
In our hearts you always will remain Our Alma Mater dear,
Old forty-five is our big year.
Our deep gratitude and sincere love go out to our Assistant
Sponsor, Mrs. Margaret B. Bettis. • She has labored
diligently, willingly, and tirelessly to develop in us, the class
of 1945, latent talents, which we shall find useful in rebuilding the world for tomorrow. • We shall reserve for her
always a secure place in our affection.
CLASS ADVISORS
MISS VIOLET H. HOWELL MRS. DOROTHY B. TOYER
MR. JOSEPH R. RANSOME
MRS. CLARA J. BROWN MISS ELOISE P. BOWLES
CLASS OFFICERS
FAY ANDERSON
Vice-President
JEANNE COLEMAN Treasurer
LAURETTE JACKSON Secretary
JOHN HOWLETTE President
THELMA JACKSON Assistant Secretary
EUGENE SMITH
Sergeant-at-Arms
MARY ELIZABETH ADAMS "J*Lissie"
Junior Red Cress
Ambition: Designer
MARGARET LOUISE ALBERT Red”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Nurse.
ELLA MATILDA ALDERSON "Tillie”
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Social Worker
LT. ORANGE GRANT ALLEN CAD
Choir, Cadet Corps
Ambition: Surgeon
LT. JAMES HENRY AMMONS "Jimmy”
Cadet Corps, Choir
Ambition: Doctor
FAY ELIZABETH ANDERSON Putney”)
Choir, President Science Club Ambition: Surgeon
SGT. KERMIT VINCENT ANDERSON (“Red Toat”)
Cadet Corps, Dramatics
Ambition: Mechanics
MINNIE ANDERSON (“Penny”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Nurse
MAE BERYL BAILEY (“Mae”)
Girl Reserve
Ambition: Stenographer
LOUISE YVONNE BAKER (“Low”)
Year Book Staff
Ambition: Stenographer
JUANITA MABLE BANKS (“Nicky”)
Girl Reserve
Ambition: Social Worker
MARY JOSEPHINE BARLEY
EVELYN VIRGINIA BELLE LUTHER MORDECIA BARNES
(“Mike”)
Choir, Band
Ambition: Trumpet Player
ESTHER GERTRUDE BARRETT "Boogie Woogie”
Choir
Ambition: Nurse
LT. LAWRENCE COLEMAN BATES (“Larry”)
Cadet Corps, Choir
Ambition: Lawyer
Junior Red Cross Ambition: Stenographer
RUBY MARSHALL BELLE Editorial Staff
Ambition: Doctor
MELVIN EUGENE BLACKWELL NELLIE LEE BLAND ("Afel'*) (“Chicken”) Basketball Choir
Ambition: Interior Decorator Ambition: Nurse
JAMES EDWARD BOYD (“Jake”)
Junior Red Cress
Ambition: Lawyer
LUTHER MAURICE BOYD (“Mike”)
Band
Ambition: Doctor
DOROTHY ELIZABETH BRACEY (“Dot”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Dressmaker
ROBERTA ROSABELLBRADLEY (“Berta”)
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Teacher
CAPT. SHERIDAN R. BRAXTON rwo
Cadet Corps
Ambition: Doctor
SARAH REBECCA BRIGGMAN (“Puddin”)
Band, Basketball Team
Ambition: Beautician
DARNELLA SARAH BROWN C'Dot”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Teacher
DELORES JANETBROWN LUCILLE ARETHA BROWN (”Loisy”) (“Cille”)
Band Junior Red Cross Ambition: Physicial EducationInstructor. Ambition: Stenographer
THELMA ANGELA BROWN ("Sivitchie Lou”)
Girl Reserve
Ambition: Social Worker
MILDRED BULLOCK (“Babe”)
Red Cross, Victory Corps Ambition: Nurse
LILLIAN B. BURNHAM (“Lil”)
Choir
Ambition: Teacher
LT. ARCHIE BERNEST BURRELL (“Bull”)
Cadet Corps
Ambition: Pharmacist
EDWARD THOMAS BURTON (“Preacher”)
Band
ambition: Minister
JUANITA FANNEYE CALDWELL (“Nita”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Teacher
LOUISE ROBINETTE CARTER (“Lou”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Teacher
MARGARET LOUISE CARTER (“Kitty”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Designer
EUGERTHA J. CHRISTIAN CiGertha,f)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Bcokkeeper
FLORENCE E. CHRISTIAN (“Sis”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Nurse
MAUDE ALENIA CHRISTIAN (“Maudie”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Teacher
PERCY ELDRIDGE CLEMONS, JR. (“Pee JVee”)
Football, Basketball
Ambition: Railway Mail Clerk
DORIS JEANNE COLEMAN (“Jeanniebo”)
Choir, Treasurer of Senior Class Amibtion: Designer
ELIZABETH MARTHA COLEMA (“Beth”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Nurse
N VENNA ARMOREL (“Ven”)
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Nurse
COLEM WILLIAM VERNEL COLEMAN (“Doc”)
Yearbook Staff
Ambition: Doctor
JOSEPHINE BEATRICE DABNEY
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Doctor
JOHN H. DANDRIDGE, JR (,fHammie”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Radio Technician
GESHMA LOUISE DAVENPORT (“Gesh”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Researchwork in Science
ELVIA WINDHAM DAVIS (“Pluto”)
Junior Red Cross, Choir Ambition: Doctor
DOROTHY ELOISE DYSON (“Dot”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Doctor
ODESSA BELL EDMONDS (“Dessa”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Teacher
HELEN WINFREE EDWARDS (“Winnie”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Nurse
LESLIE JOHN ELLIS (“Sonny”)
Cadet Corps
Ambition: Engineering
ELINOR INEZ EPPS ("ED
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Stenographer
HORACE L. EVANS (“Grease Monkey”)
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Auto Tradesman
BERTHA BEATRICE FERGUSON (“Bea”)
Girl’s Conference
Ambition: Doctor
MARGARET ELIZABETH FORD (“Snooks”)
Red Cross
Ambition: Stenographer
MAGDALINE EVELYN FREEMAN ARLETTE ROSE FOUNTAIN
(“Lette”)
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Spanish Teacher
IDA OMENIA FOX (“Menia”)
Junior Red Cross Ambition: Nurse
JEAN THERESA FREEMAN (“Felix”)
Miss Armstrong, Dramatics Ambition: Teacher
President of Junior Red Cross Ambition: Doctor
MARY MAGDALINE GASKINS (“Mag”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Doctor
EMMA LOUISE GOODSON (“Crooked Goodson”)
Junoir Red Cross
Ambition: Nurse
WILLIAM BERNARD GIST (“Billy”)
Band, Choir
Ambition: Minister
LONNIE GORHAM, JR. (“Lon”)
Cadet Corps, Most Popular Senior Ambition: Businessman
MARY LOUISE GIVENS (“Lou”)
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Stenographer
MOSES ISAIAH GRAHAM (“Popcorn”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Mail Clerk
SUSIE CATHERINE GOODE (“Sue”)
Girl Reserve
Ambition: Teacher
ROBINETTE V. GRANDERSON (“Nettie”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Nurse
WILLIE MORGAN GRANT
Choir, Victory Corps
Ambition: Blood Technician
WALTER GURLEY
C'Wal”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Doctor
LAFAYETTE BERT GREEN (“Bert”)
Football
Ambition: Interior Decorator
EVELYN FLORENCE GYLES (“El”)
Choir, Editorial Staff.
Ambition: Nurse
THOMAS WILLIAM GREEN (“Tommy”)
Band. Choir
Ambition: Musician
CARL LUSK HAGGINS (“Termite”)
Band
Ambition: Musician
VIRGINIA WILLIE GRIFFIN
Editorial Staff, Choir
Ambition: Social Worker
DAVID LEE HALL
(“Zick”)
Football, Basketball
Ambition: Doctor
VERONICA HARDAWAY (“Bonnie”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Lawyer
MARJORIE HARRIS (“Margie”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Social Worker
DANIEL WESLEY HARGROVE (“Danny Boy”)
Cadet Corps
Ambition: Engineer
MOLLIE FRANCES HARRIS (“Cottontail”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Teacher
ALICE WILNETTE HARRIS (“Zee”)
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Science Teacher
REGINA LEON HATCHER (“De De”)
Year Book Staff
Ambition: Social Worker
ELLEN ALEXANDER HARRIS (“Sugar”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Teacher
THELMA HAWKINS
(“Thel”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Musician
SARAH CHRISTIAN HAYWOOD LEAH BEATRICE HENDERSON MARTHA ELIZABETH HEWLETT PLUMIE BELLE HEYMAN .‘'Belle")
MARJORIE MARIE HICKS ("Margie")
Cheering Squad
Ambition: Nurse
ALBERT JESSE HINTON ("Al")
Junior Red Cross, News Reporter Ambition: News Reporter
ALPHEUS FORRESTER HOLMES ("Sherlock")
Red Cross, Band
Ambition: Doctor
ROSA ROBERTA HOPKINS ("Berta")
Basketball—Captain
Ambition: Physical Ed. Teacher
DOROTHY HELEN HORSLEY CHARLES WYATTHOWELL, JR. KATHLEAN HOWELL (^‘Dot”) (“Kilowyatt”) (“Kat”)
Cheering Squad Football Team, Dramatics Editorial Staff Ambition: Nurse Ambition: Physician Ambition: Stenographer
LT. ROBERT D. HOWLETTE JACKSON
CAPT. JOHN LOGAN HOWLETTE ("Cd#")
Cadet Corps, Choir, Football Team Ambition: Medical Missionary
(“Bro”)
Cadet Corps, Dramatics Ambition: Mechanics
BESSIE MAE HUTCHINSON (“Bessie”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Social Worker
DOROTHEA EVELYN ("Dot-Tea”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Seamstress
FRANCINE LAURETTE JACKSON (.“Bunny”)
Girls’ Conference, Junior Red Cross Ambition: Designer
HENRIETTA DAVIS JACKSON (“Birdie”)
Red Cross, Dramatics Class Ambition: Doctor
THELMA MYRTLE JACKSON (“Bunch”)
Asst. Secretary of Senior Class Ambition: Stenographer
KATHRYN ROSE JACKSON (“Kat”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Nurse
WILLIAM FREDERICK JACKSON cwar)
Football, Track
Ambition : Physicial Ed. Teacher
LAVERNE CORNELIA JACKSON (“Jack”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Seamstress
HAZEL ARETHA JASPER Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Social
NANNIE BELLE JACKSON (“Nannie Boo”)
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Beauty Culture
EUGERTHA JETER
(“Gertha”)
Editorial Staff, Girl Reserve Ambition: Social Worker
BEATRICE MARIE JOHNSON (“Bea”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Stenographer
GOLDIE ALMA JOHNSON (“Joly”)
Choir, Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Dietitian
CAROL VERDELL JOHNSON {(<Flibbyt>')
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Secretary
MILDRED IRENE JOHNSON (W)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Hair Dresser
DAVID ANDERSON JOHNSON, JR. (“D. A.")
Choir, Cadet Corps
Ambition: Music Teacher
ROBERT JOHNSON, JR.
(“Bobby”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Mail Carrier
ELIZABETH BLANCHE JOHNSON (“Beth”)
Choir
Ambition: Music Teacher
JOSEPH SPURGEON JOHNSON {“Big Stoop”')
Choir
Ambition: Physicial Ed. Teacher
EDITH REGINA JONES
(“ Cup Coke”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Nursing
WILSON ALBERT JONES, JR. (“Bro. Jones”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Postal Clerk
ELSIE BEATRICE JONES (“Bea”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Bookkeeper
THOMAS ARTHUR KEMP (“Red")
Band, Choir
Ambition: Lawyer
GEORGE WILLIAM JONES, JR. (“Sunny”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Mail Service
BERNARD GUNTER KENNEY, JR. (“Joe Kenney”)
Track, Football
Ambition: Dentist
HILDA ERSELENE JONES (“Hitler”)
Band
Ambition: Nurse
MARY GERALDINE KING
Victory Corps
Ambition: Stenographic Work
LILLIAN BEATRICE KNIGHT ("Lil")
Victory Corps
Ambition: Nurse
GEORGE L. LEE
(“Beau”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Druggist
MELVIN LAW, JR.
(“Big John Law”)
Football, Basketball
Ambition: Physicial Ed. Instructor
MARJORIE ELIZABETH LEEPER (“Margie”)
Choir, Dramatics
Ambition: Music Teacher
MARY MAGDALINE LAWRENC (“Mae”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Stenographer
JAMES HARRY MANKIN (“Jimmy”)
Choir, Dramatics
Ambition: Merchant
E BYRDIE CATHERINE LEE (“Duchess”)
Choir »
Ambition: Actress
ANNIE BELL MARTIN (“Shorty”)
Girl Reserve, Cheering Squad Ambition: Teacher
BESSIE MAE MARTIN C*Bowie”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Nurse
LILLIAN BARBARA McDANIEL (“Barb”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Doctor
HERMAN DILLARD MEL' (“Herbie”)
Football
Ambition: Chemical Engineer
Q, JR. SGT. RUSSELL ADLIA MENEFIELD
Cadet Corps
Ambition: Mechanic
CHARLES KENDALL MILES (“Mills”)
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Architect
SAMUEL ALPHONSE MILLER, JR. (“Sammy”)
Band
Ambition4. Engineer
JOHN HORACE MINOTT, JR. (“John Minor”)
Exchange Editor
Ambition: Carpenter
THELMA MITCHELL (“Thel”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Teacher
DORIS ELIZABETH MONTAGUE MARIAN LEE MONTAGUE (".Montana") (“Little Marian ) Junior Red Cross Dramatics
Ambition: Nurse Ambition: Dramatics Teacher
WILLIAM HENRY MONTAGUE (“Bt'Hy’)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Stenographer
IRMA MARIE MOORE (“ Worm”)
Cheering Squad, Editorial Staff Ambition: Public Health Nurse
GLADYS BEATRICE MORGAN (“Bea”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Beautician
THELMA YVONNE MORMAN (“Little Bits**}
Victory Corps
Ambition: Mathematics Teacher
MILDRED LOUISE MOSS (“Milly”)
Victory Corps, Girls’ Conference Ambition: Stenographer
WILLIAM BENJAMIN MULLINS (“Moon Mullins”)
Football, Cadet Corps
Ambition: Physicial Education Instructor
EVELYN MAE NEAL
(“Evie”)
Girl Reserve
Ambition: Stenographer
LYDIA ELIZABETH PARKER (“Lil”)
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Nurse
BLANCHE ELIZABETH NEWKIRK (“Blanche”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Nurse
CARRIE BELLE PAYNE
(“Luckie”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Singer
EVELYN BEATRICE NEWKIRK (“Eva”)
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Nurse
FLORENCE OLIVIA PERKINS {“Flossie”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Typist
ANN ELOISE ORANGE (“Fatso”)
Red Cross, Victory Corps Ambition: Nurse
CYNTHIA STOKES PERRY {“Duckie”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Nurse
VIVIAN NARCISSUS PERSON MARIAN ELIZABETHPETERSON JASPER EDWARDPEYTON, JR. RICHARDPHILLIPS ("Pttr") (“Pete”) (“Weenie”) (“Richy”) Junior Red Cross Red Cross, Girls Drill Choir Basketball Ambition: Nursing Ambition: English Teacher Ambition: Naval Career Ambition: Mail Carrier
MARGARET S. PLEASANTS (“Red”)
Choir, Dramatics
Ambition: Social Worker
NORMAN LOUIS POWELL (“Efe”)
Track Team
Ambition: Mechanic
SARAH ELIZABETH QUASH (“Lizzie”)
Choir
Ambition: Teacher
LAVERNE ELOISE RANDOLPH "Dollie”
Victory Corps
Ambition: Interior Decorator
ETHYLENE ROSE RAWLINGS (“El”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Secretary
LOUISE DELORES REESE (“Lo-Reez”)
Band
Ambition: Stenographer
JANICE MAXINE REID (“Janie”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Dressmaker
DOROTHY BELLE RIVERS (“Dottie”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Stenographer
JORETHIA ROBERSON FRANCES LAURA ROBINSON ALMA EDYTHE ROBINSON
LOUISE ROBINSON (“Baby Sis”)
(“Jo”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Stenographer
CAI”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Dress Designing
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Stenographer
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Stenographer
FRED DOUGLAS ROZIER EARLINE ELIZABETH SCOTT GERALDINE THELMA SCOTT THELMA LOUISE SCOTT ("Freddie Ro”) ("Scotty"') ("Gerry") ("Jenny’’) Football, Basketball Junior Red Cross Junior Red Cross Dramatics Ambition: Engineer Ambition: Nurse Ambition: Stenographer Ambition: Musician
JUANITA KATHERINE SIMMS ("Wita”)
Band, Red Cross
Ambition: Stenographer
CLIFTON SMITH Smitty”)
Yearbook Staff
Ambition: Mechanics
ELOISE ESTHER SMITH (“Ella”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Nurse
EVERETT EUGENE SMITH (“Jeep”)
Choir, Basketball Team
Ambition: Minister
ESTHER RUDOLPH STOKES {“Ruby Baker”)
Cheering Squad Captain
Ambition: Social Worker
DOROTHY TALLEY
{“Dot”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition; Nurse
BERNICE ANN STOVALL . {“Bunny”)
Victory Corps, Junior Red Cross Ambition: Math. Teacher
MARGARET LAURA TARRY {“Bunny”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Typist
BERTHA MAE STRICKLAND {“Baby-Face”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Nurse
DOROTHY LILLIAN TAYLOR {“Dot”)
Dramatics, Editorial Staff
Ambition: Teacher
MILDRED LOUISE SUMMERS {“Millie”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Nurse
ESTELLE TAYLOR
{“Stella”)
Junior Red Cross, Science Club Ambition: Home Ec. Teacher
GEORGE TIMILIOUS TAYLOR ("Tim")
Victory Corps
Ambition: Merchant
JERLYS HORTENSE TAYLOR ("Jerry")
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Music Teacher
OLIVIA LOVEY KEE TAYLOR ("Libby")
Choir, Cheering Squad
Ambition: Home Ec. Teacher
HARVEY GREEN THOMAS, JR (“Elmoe")
Cadet Corps, Auditor
Ambition: Auditing
REBECCA CHRISTINE THOMAS Choir, Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Nurse
VILMA CONSTELLA THOMAS ("Connie")
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Teacher
BERNICE MABEL THOMPSON ("Bcc")
Victory Corps
Ambition: Teacher
DOROTHY LEE THORNTON ("Dottie")
Dramatics
Ambition: Music Teacher
MARY ALICE THORNTON (“Shorty”)
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Nursing
MOSBY REED TURNER
Dramatics
Ambition: Optician
MARY CHARLENE TINSLEY (“Char”)
Editor-in-Chief, Choir
Ambition: Child Specialist
QUEEN ELIZABETH TURNER "Qwewwe"
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Housewife
CLARA BELLE TOLBERT ("Claribel”)
Red Cross, Band
Ambition: English Teacher
GEORGE WASHINGTON TYLER (“Buster”)
Victory Corps, Red Cross
Ambition: Doctor
BETSY DELTA TRENT (“Bets”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Nursing
ROOSEVELT WALL, JR. (“Rose”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Lawyer
VERNA BEATRICE WALLER ("Vernie”)
Dramatics
Ambition: Designer
HORTENSE F. WATSON ("Tenses")
Red Cross, Victory Corps Ambition: Nurse
ANNA MAE WASHINGTON ("Mae”)
Band
Ambition: Science Teacher
ADLINE BRAWER WEST ("Boots”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Home Economics Teacher
JAMES EDWARD WASHINGTON, ("Lil Bro")
Associate Editor, Junior Red Cross Ambition: Bookkeeping
NOSSIE 1ZELIA WHITE
("Nos")
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Typist
JR. JULIA LEE WASHINGTON ("Julie")
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Nurse
RUTH VIRGINIA WHITE ("Ruthip")
Victory Corps, Choir
Ambition: Dressmaker
WALTER BERNARD WHITING MARY ALICE WILDER Cadet Corps, Track (“Mae”)
Ambition: Dentist Junior Red Cross Ambition: Teacher
EDITH WILKERSON (“E-Dee”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Nurse
POWELL D. WILKERSON (“Doug”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Mechanics
DOROTHENIA WILLIAMS
Victory Corps
Ambition; Stenographer
JANIE WHITE WILLIAMS (“Jan”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Nurse
MADELYN I. WILLIAMS (“Lin”)
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Secretary
MARIAN ELLIOT WILLIAMS (“Little Marian”)
Editorial Staff
Ambition: Stenographer
SHIRLEY MAE WILLIAMS (“Mae”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Typist
THORNTON T WILLIAMS (“Fatbread”)
Basketball—Captain
Ambition: Athletic Director
TALITHA ELIZABETH WILLIAMS (“Litha”)
Yearbook Staff, Dramatics
Ambition: Nurse
HELEN BARBARA WINFREE (“Helen B”)
Editorial Staff, Girls’ Conference Ambition: Teacher
THELMA CONSUELLA WILLIAMS ('*Connie”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: History Teacher
ZENOBIA EVANGELINE WINFREY (“Noby”)
Junior Red Cross, Victory Corps Ambition: Nurse
CONSTANCE DELORES WOOD (“Connie”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Teacher
DAHLIA ELIZABETH YATES C'P. I”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Teacher
NORMAN MAXCINE YATES (“Lady”)
Yearbook Staff
Ambition: Seamstress
IRENE LORETTA YOUNG (“Pretty”)
Junior Red Cross
Ambition: Dancing
JANIE MAE YOUNG (“Jane”)
Victory Corps
Ambition: Latin Teacher
WHO’S WHO IN THE SENIOR CLASS
Class History DOROTHY THORNTON Class Creed ..CHARLES HOWELL Class Mantle ALICE HARRIS Class Will 1. JUANITA BANKS Degrees MELVIN BLACKWELL and JAMES BOYD Giftorians ESTHER STOKES and BERNARD KENNEY Class Prophecy BARBARA McDANIEL Key Orator ... MARGARET PLEASANTS Most Pleasing Personality LAURETTE JACKSON Most All Around Girl LEAH HENDERSON Most All Around Boy EUGENE SMITH Most Courteous Girl ____|___________ EUGERTHA JETER Most Courteous Boy DAVID HALL Quietiest Girl ALMA ROBINSON Quietiest Boy DAVID HALL Most Likely To Succeed—. PLUMIE HEYMAN
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Alvin Haggins Kenneth Herring James Hodges Nathaniel Hunter Joseph Hudson Arthur Jenkins Albert Jeter
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Charles Hamlett Edward Johnson James Kennedy
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Clarence Watkins Henry Wiggins
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ROTHY THORNTON
Four years ago we were a group of adventurous travelers who had just bought tickets for the boat whose destination was “Knowledge Land.” Our tickets, called program cards, had on them the different stops we should have to make before we reached our destination. We took one full year to get used to the strange new lands of high school English, mathematics, history and science. A few became confused with strange new customs, and discontinued the trip.
When the second year came we divided and traveled on different boats to make stops on various shores. Those stopping on the Musical Isle were Fay Anderson, Esther Barrett, Lillian Burnham, Jeanne Coleman, Evelyn Gyles, Vir ginia Griffin, Byrdie Lee, Goldie Johnson, Sarah Quash, Margaret Pleasants, Charlene Tinsley, White, James Ammons, John Howlette, David
Johnson, Luther Barnes, and Spurgeon Johnson. These lingered in the Choir. Sarah Briggman, Louise Delores Reese, Hilda Jones, Luther Boyd, Samuel Miller, Carl Haggins, Thomas Green, Edward Burton, and Luther Barnes moved up shore to the Band.
The Athletic Field attracted the attention of Fred Rozier and David Hall who were the field co-captains of the football team. Stopping also were Percy Clemons, William Jackson, Melvin Law, Frederick Carter, William Mullens, Charles Howell, John Howlette, Charles Christian, Cleveland Bennett, Bernard Kenney and Luther Barnes. Basketball was the favorite haunt of Thornton Williams, Eugene Smith, Charles Christian and Melvin Blackwell. David Johnson, Melvin Law, Bernard Kenney and Norman Powell gloried in track. James Ammons, Lawrence Bates, John Howlette, Harvey Thomas, Robert Howlette, Kermit Anderson, Bernard Whiting, Orange Allen, Leslie Ellis, David Johnson, Archie Burrell and Sheridan Braxton anchored in the Cadet Corps which chose Laurette Jackson, Esther Stokes and Nellie Bland as sponsors. Esther Stokes, Dorothy Horsley, Annie Martin, Leah Henderson, Madolyn Williams, Irma Moore and Lonnie Gorham came to shore at the Cheering Squad.
Red Cross attracted Magdalene Freeman, Clara Tolbert, Estelle Taylor. At the beginning of the third year, half of our journey was completed, but new adventures beckoned and we saw lovely horizons in the distance. Stopping for refueling in order to reach our destination on time and in good spirit, we paused in order for Marian Robertson from the class of
“ ’4” class to present us the Class Mantle and Gladys Logan of the “ ’44” class to present us the Class Key. These were gratefully accepted
by Barbara McDaniel and Jean Freeman. Marjorie Harris won a scholarship in a French tournament to be kept as a trophy to take home. In September we were in sight of Knowledge Land and the journey became most exciting. The winds of disaster blew us near the treacherous quicksands but as danger increased we dropped anchor. We chose the capable and beloved Mrs. Virginia H. Brinkley as sponsor and Mrs. Margaret B. Bettis as assistant sponsor to help pilot us through the stormy waters. Captain and Petty Officers were John Howlette, President; Fay Anderson, Vice-President; Laurette Jackson, Secretary; Thelma Jack son, Assistant Secretary; Jeanne Coleman, Treasurer, and Eugene Smith, Sergeant-at-Arms. “Success is sweet but the secret of success is work” was placed on our ship’s flag.
Our log book was placed in the hands of Charlene Tinsley, Editor. A sweater party was given to make more enjoyable our moments of leisure and to get us better acquainted with the other passengers. Jean Freeman was chosen “Miss Armstrong” at the Armstrong-Walker football classic and showed us her crown.
In December some passed a few days in the city of Drama and took part in one-act plays. “Of All Things,” a comedy, was directed by Miss Violet Howell with the following cast: Alice Harris, Leah Henderson, Dorothy Thornton, Frederick Carter, Albert Hendricks, Kermit Anderson, Bernard Kenney, and Dorothy Taylor. “Winter Sunset,” a drama directed by Mrs. Clara J. Brown, whose cast included Laurette Jackson, Charles Howell, Leslie Ellis and Jean Freeman. “Who Murdered Who,” a mystery comedy which was directed by Mrs. Margaret B. Bettis. Those who participated were Fay Anderson, Thelma Scott, Robert Howlette, Beatrice Ferguson, Margaret Pleasants and Mosby Turner. The boat carried the three one-act players to the Richmond Army Air Base to entertain the soldiers. Now the different groups come together for the last stretch of the journey. Everyone went back to the ocean-going liner. Later, all stopped over at Banquet Land, which honored the most popular seniors in January at Monroe Center. Dorothy Horsley was most popular senior girl with Henrietta Jackson as runner-up. Lonnie Gorham was chosen most popular senior boy and Edward Burton was chosen runner-up.
Patriotically-minded, the passengers sent 150 packages of cigarettes that they had collected in foreign parts to the soldiers at McGuire Hospital. Our trip which has been most enjoyable now ends. We have reached “Knowledge Land.” We have passed through waters that have been calm and sailed smoothly over waves so rough and tumultous that it has sometimes almost wrecked the ship. Several of our comrades have been swept overboard but the majority of us have reached “Knowledge Land.” Now we must explore it. This vast land stretches out ahead of us. On it are clearly seen two foot paths. One is very wide; the other is very narrow. Which shall we choose? The answer is now an individual one. Shall we continue as explorers? Shall we cultivate the many new fields we are sure to encounter? Shall we make more fertile the grounds that are all around us? As you make your choice, remember,
“Success is sweet, but the secret of success is work.”
CLASS CREED CHARLES WYATT HOWELL
Our CREED is an expression of our beliefs, and it is symbolic of our hopes for the future. It is the beacon by which we shall endeavor to live fully and righteously.
We believe that some day our potentialities shall blossom forth abundantly in deeds of good-will for all people.
We believe this shall come about, for we believe faithfully in our omnipotent God who gave us candles not to be hidden under bushes, but to shine forth to light the world.
We, the members of the “Senior Class of 1945,” revere the power of God and shall endeavor with deep reverence to understand the principles of Jesus Christ.
We believe that our life, our country and our world rebuilt upon the principles of Jesus Christ will be secure from wicked aggressions. Though the world be war torn now, we believe that when all men have laid down their arms, our leaders will work with leaders of other peoples and other nations to establish the principles of decency and justice.
We believe this portion of education we have obtained during our four years at Armstrong will induce us to continue to develop a sense of belongingness to this new world-mindedness.
We believe to achieve these things, we, along with other groups, will have to do away with small-mindedness, selfishness, hatred, and undue sensitiveness.
We believe continued growth is necessary in all men in order that they might fit themselves for the brave new world of tomorrow. We believe we can measure up to its requirements and its responsibilities.
We believe in our motto “Success is sweet, but the secret of success is work.” Believing this, we are willing to toil unceasingly that the good life for which we so ardently long may be achieved in this, our generation.
CLASS CALENDAR
SENIOR SWEATER PARTY NOVEMBER 17, 1944 THREE ONE-ACT PLAYS DECEMBER 13, 1944 CLASS BANQUET ....JANUARY 30, 1945 THREE ACT PLAY (The Green Light) ......... APRIL 18 and 20, 1945 CLASS SERMON..... .......JUNE 3, 1945 CLASS DAY JUNE 5,1945
CLASS NIGHT -.................................JUNE 6, 1945 JUNE COMMENCEMENT ......... ...JUNE 7, 1945
SENIOR PROM .....................JUNE 14,1945
Class Colors: Rose and Blue
MOTTO: “Success is sweet, but the secret of success is work.” Class Flower: Pink Carnation
a. MARJORIE HARRIS, Valedictorian, b. DOROTHY HORSLEY, Most Popular Senior Girl, c. LONNIE GORHAM, Most Popular Senior Boy. d. JEAN FREEMAN, Miss Armstrong of 1944-1945. e. THORNTON WILLIAMS, All Tri-State, All-State, All-Central Forward, f. CAPTAIN SHERIDAN R. BRAXTON, Present Captain of Cadet Corps, g. ZENOBIA WIN FREY, Salutatorian. h. MAGDALINE FREEMAN, President of Red Cross, i. MARGARET PLEASANTS, President of Choir, j. WILLIAM JACKSON, All-State Guard.
KEY ORATION
Margaret Pleasants
Now that our days in Armstrong are numbered; now that we are looking forward to entering a more adult world we pause to turn over the “Key of Senior Privileges” to the Junior Class. This we do with great trepidation.
We the class of 1945, have possessed powers and intellectual vigor; we have known what doors to unlock—but you, poor benighted Juniors, you may use this magic key to your own detriment. You are not the heroes and heroines that we are; you are not even the “near great.” What guarantee can you give that you will not use this key to upset the school, much as an infant might use dynamite? Not that you mean to misuse power, you just aren’t ready for it.
Study hard; try to secure wisdom, for this is a magic key. With it you can open the door to wide opportunities for developing your personalities. You may find places of importance in your communities, in dramatic enterprises, in yearbook assignments, or, if you use it unwisely you may open the door to chaos.
Take this key and try. to unlock only doors that open to better things. Do not be in too great a hurry. Look before you open! Look before you enter 1 Be very sure of what you do. Follow in our eminent footsteps, class of 1946, and you will tread the road to success. You will open the door to an illuminated- tomorrow—the tomorrow of Senior prominence. With this key, lock the door forever on past ignorance, superstition, and bungling.
These last few days we are with you, we shall use all otir time in trying to guide you, so that our beloved Armstrong may not suffer too much when we have put this instrument of power into such feeble hands as yours.
Look to your principals and teachers for guidance, arid remember always, that the honor of the school is in your hands. Our best wishes are for you, and we devoutly wish that you will grow to senior stature during the vacation months.
MANTLE ORATION
Alice W. Harris
Principals, Teachers, Classmates, and Juniors:
When we were on the threshold of our senior year we received a historic and symbolic mantle with instructions as to its use. We have not once brought disgrace to it by allowing one blot of selfishness or one stain of hatefulness to blemish its purity. We have borne it high. Nobly and proudly it has graced our shoulders. Not one of its precious folds have we allowed to drag in the dust of unworthy actions or deeds. We have cherished our mantle.
Now the time has come for us to pass our beloved mantle on to you, the Class of 1946. Of course we are aware that you will not be able to measure up to the standards we have set, nor do you possess that dignity, poise or intelligence to envelop your unworthy selves within its worthy folds. But be not discouraged. There is yet time for you to strive to reach the heights we have already attained.
And now, dear Juniors, as we drape this precious mantle upon your weak shoulders, think not of it as a symbol, but rather as a challenge—Yes, a challenge to go forth valiantly bringing new glory to it and to yourselves. May you be sustained by it in your endeavors.
Uphold your mantle. Never let it be marred, stained or snapped. Wear it proudly and forget not its principles, and when the time comes to pass it on, you can feel as proud as we feel today.
SALUTATORY ADDRESS Zenobia Winfrey
As SALUTATORIAN of the class of 1945, I extend to each of you a cordial welcome, and our sincere hopes that you will enjoy the program which we have arranged for your entertainment.
Our hearts are sad, for tonight is the last time we shall be the hosts in this beloved shrine of learning. We grieve that the daily association with our beloved principals and teachers must now end— an association which has helped us in molding our characters and in preparing for approaching problems. We regret that no longer we shall share with classmates and teachers joys of high school days.
But there is a ray of sunshine for us, although we shall miss our joyous everyday contacts in work and play, for we shall carry the hopes and ambitions that our parents and teachers have for us; we shall carry a store of happy memories; and we shall carry a knowledge of our own strength, strength developed during our four years at Armstrong.
We shall carry also a knowledge of our present limitations, and how, through study and continued work, these may be lessened, so that with each succeeding year our horizons will broaden as we develop into more worthwhile citizens.
We know the importance of making wise choices, of having a definite aim in life, of perserverance and the necessity of being just to all men.
In a few days we shall go our separate ways, but tonight we are together. We have you, our well loved parents, principals, teachers and friends with us. So let’s be gay.
Enter with us into the spirit of this occasion. We shall joke each other, but our jests will be the teasing we reserve for those we love sincerely and deeply.
We shall briefly review our accomplishments of the past four years and attempt to evaluate the progress we have made. We shall sing school songs, and dedicate poems to our beloved alma mater. We shall attempt to peep into the future. We shall try to show our sponsors, Mrs. Virginia Brinkley and Mrs. Margaret Bettis, the
appreciation we feel for their unselfish and self-sacrificing labors for us. We assure them of our abiding respect and affection.
We hope our program, prepared for your entertainment, will amuse you and create for you the warm friendliness that has been so much a part of our life at Armstrong
I do not need to put my welcome in words, the very fact that we have insisted that you be present tonight on this very eventful night in our lives says most emphatically, that you are the most important people in our lives, the dearest loved. We could not think of a class night without you. So, dear principals, teachers, parents and friends, the class of 1945 bids you welcome, and invites you to share the happiness we feel in success and the sorrow we feel in having to leave our beloved alma mater. Welcome, thrice welcome!
Scenes Around the School
Melvin Blackwell and Janies Boyd
Friends, there are among us, students who have excelled all others in some field or another for the last four years. Therefore, for those who have proved themselves most apt and versatile in their recognition for their endeavors. They are as follows:
To Charlene Tinsley, who is always on hand when there is work to be done, we award the degree of “D. W.” Diligent Worker. To Thornton Williams, Jeep Smith, Deck Hubbard and Freddie Rozier, who are outstanding athletes, we award the degree of “A. O. A.” Armstrong’s Outstanding Athletes. To James Boyd, Bernard Kenney and Her man Melton, who are always trying to talk their way out of something, we award the degree of “C. B.” Class Bluffers.
To Dorothy Taylor, Fay Anderson and Helen Winfree whose nerves jump sky high at the slightest incident, we award the degree of “C. E.” Class Excitables.
To William Gist, John Howlette and Mosley Turner, who are always busy, but who never accomplish anything we award the degree of “C. F.” Class Filibusters.
To Susie Goode, Bernice Thompson, Doro thenia Williams and Ruth White, who are never seen talking to any boys, we award the degree of “C. O. M.” Class Old Maids.
To Richard Phillips, Thomas Green, Carl Haggins and Samuel Miller, who never seem to bother about dates, we award the degree of “C. B.” Class Bachelors.
To Jean Coleman, Dorothy Thornton and Marjorie Harris who never break the school rules, we award the degree of “C. S.” Cautious Students.
To John Minnot, William Montague and Harvey Thomas who keep everybody laughing, we award the degree of “C. C.” Class Clowns.
To James Washington who is always respectful, pleasant, and sympathetic we award the degree of “M. C.” Most Congenial. To Eloise Smith, Alice Harris and Eugertha Jeter, who always greet you with a smile and a sweet hello, we award the degree of “M. F.” Most Friendly.
To Charles Christian and Charles Howell, who have to do as their girl friends tell them, we award the degree of “H. P.” Pen-Pecked. To Percy Clemmons, Charles Miles and Melvin Blackwell, who try to fool all the girls by “talking trash” we award the degree of “C. J.” Class Jivers.
To David Johnson whose songs have thrilled many a lassie, we award the degree of “C. C.” Class Crooner.
To Leah Henderson whose popularity seems to be undying, we award the degree of “P. U. G.” Pin Up Girl.
To John Dandridge and Lawrence Bates, who are always around and pop up just in time, we award the degree of “S. M.” Society Men. To Dorothy Dyson, who is always playing, we award the degree of “M. P.” Most Playful.
To Bernard Whiting whose artistic ability has excelled all other members of the class, we award the degree “A. G. A.” Armstrong's Gift to Art.
To Orange Allen, who has much to say about himself all the time, we award the degree of “C. L.” Conceited Lad.
To Esther Stokes, Arlette Fountaine and Vernell Coleman, who can always be depended upon to perform a task, we award the degree of “M. L.” Most Loyal.
To Thelma Scott and Jean Freeman, for their acting, we award the degree of “C. A.” Class Actresses.
To Horace Evans, who can never be found around school, we award the degree of “C. A.” Class Absentee.
To William Gist, who always says the wrong thing at the wrong time, no matter who is around, we award the degree of “A. W.” Always Wrong.
To Madolyn Williams and Beatrice Fergu son, who think their jive can win any boy's heart any day, we take special privileges and award the degree of “C. F.” Class Flirts.
VALEDICTOR
WHAT OF TOMORROW? Marjorie Harris
Tonight marks the ending of a well-loved phase of our lives. Tomorrow brings new duties, new responsibilities, and greater independence. How shall we use them?
For the past four years our teachers have worked to prepare us for tomorrow. In a few hours it will dawn. Will their labor bear fruit? Life will not be as easy as it has been. For during all our yesterdays we had parents and teachers helping us to meet new situations. Now it is entirely up to us. Nobody can prevent us from achieving but ourselves. It depends upon us entirely, if we are to reach the goal.
If we fail to set up worthwhile ends, or having set them up, fail to work toward them, our parents’ sacrifices will have been in vain; our teachers will have wasted time and energy which could have been used in helping others more worthy; and we shall have shown rare ingratitude and lack of proper self-respect. Can we bear to face ourselves if these things should be true?
We are fully cognizant of the part that many of our young people are playing in the present war. Many of those who started to school with us have been drawn into this vast conflict, some never to return. It is up to us who remain to prepare ourselves for the tasks which lie ahead; for on our shoulders will rest the task of rebuilding what the war has torn down; on our shoulders must rest the task of preserving decency in a world where men of good will have to kill, so that the doctrines of fair play
and democracy might live; on our shoulders rests the emotional strain of understanding and protecting those whom this war has so severely hurt. How shall our preparation be made ? Many will seek additional development in institutions of higher learning. Some of us will enter at once into the armed forces, others will go into war industries, but regardless of what our immediate duties are, we can still go on acquiring knowledge and learning how to adjust, if we earnestly and humbly approach our problems.
The new world that is in the making will require social fitness, intellectual fitness, and physical fitness. Tomorrow will bring with its dawn new difficulties, and we must bring to it a new approach, or rather, an old approach, one of which we have long talked, but never fully tried out—a practical Christian approach. What does this approach demand? It requires working unceasingly to perfect ourselves in any field of work in which we enter. For how can a man do unto others as he would be done
by, if he is disagreeable, if he delivers slipshod work, if he is uncharitable, if he is a covetous, if he is dishonest?
We might begin getting ready by examining our personalities. Let us remember that personalities are developed by us; not bestowed on us by others. The man who becomes most worthy is the one who works to make his private life as well as his public manifestations conform to the standards of upright strength. No timid, spineless person can be expected to carry out successfully the tasks before him. The coming days demand self-reliance, self-control, and courageousness.
We need to start with sincere dedication, with patience, with perseverance, and with hard work.
But these things are not too much to ask of the young people whom Armstrong High School graduates as the Class of 1945; for in Armstrong we have learned the fundamental principles of the intelligent application, community responsibility, and the conquest of fear.
Regarding fear let us ponder the words of the poet who said:
There’s a little man whose name is Fear;
You’ll meet him on the highway of life,
This little fellow is your very worst foe
And he fights with a double-edged knife.
He’ll block your progress each step of the way,
If you will but listen to him,
He’ll discharge you and check your desires,
He’s filled with disaster grim.
So be on your guard for this little man,
And of all his pleadings beware,
For it’s only the fellow who thinks he can win,
Who receives and deserves his share.
In the glorious sunset of four happy years at Armstrong High School, we pause to say thank you to principals, teachers, and parents whose unceasing efforts to guide our footsteps to things worth-while will always be gratefully remembered.
To all others who have aided us in any way, with all sincerity and with great devotion, we give our whole-hearted gratitude, and our promise to work for a better tomorrow.
To our sponsors who have so unselfishly given up hours of freedom to train and supervise us, we promise continued growth, as we turn to walk into the dawn of our new day.
Bernard Whiting
VERNELL COLEMAN Advertising Manager
CHARLENE TINSLEY Editor
TALITHA WILLIAMS Business Manager
YEARBOOK STAFF
STAFF
COLOR GUARD
“Butu and Courage lead to
COMMANDANT H. S. CRAWFORD
MRS, S. B. LEWIS MRS. B. A. HARRINGTON
STAFF—FEBRUARY 1943-FEBRUARY 1945
STAFF
February 1943-February 1945
Captain John L. Howlette
First Lt - James Amnions
Bugler .....Orange Allen
February-June 1945
Captain .......................Sheridan R. Braxton
First Lt Archie Burrell
Second Lt Earle H. Gray
Second Lt Robert Howlette
Master Sgt Russell Menefield
P. F. C William Lovings
Sponsor, Laurette Jackson STAFF—FEBRUARY 1945-JUNE 1945
CADET COMPANY A
OFFICERS
September-February
First Lt Sheridan Braxton
Second Lt Harvey Thomas
First Sgt ..............................David Johnson
February-June
First Lt Second Lt Second Lt First Sgt
..Charles Joseph .Roland Charity .James Anthony .....John Falden
OFFICERS Sponsor, Miss Esther Stokes
CADET COMPANY B
OFFICERS
September-February
First Lt Lawrence Bates
Second Lt Leslie Ellis
First Sgt James Shaw
February-June
First Lt James Shaw
Second Lt. Henry McGiunn
Second Lt ..........................Thomas Winfield
First Sgt ............................Novell Robinson
Sponsor, Miss Nellie Bland OFFICERS
BAND—Mr. H. E. Savage, Bandmaster
MAJORETTES
JUNIOR RED CROSS
GIRL RESERVES
CHOIR—Harry E. Savage, Director
GUIDANCE—Mrs. Henrietta Segear
EDITORIAL STAFF
CHEERING SQUAD
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NEGRO HISTORY CLASS—Mr. Joseph Ransome, Instructor
SCIENCE CLUB—C. J. Foster, Instructor
CHEMISTRY CLASS—Mr. C. J. Foster, Instructor
PHYSICS CLASS—Miss Eloise P. Bowles, Instructor
HOME ECONOMICS—(Foods)—Miss Bessie L. Fields, Instructor
HOME ECONOMICS—(Sewing)—Miss Beatrice Whiting, Instructor
LIBRARY—Miss Geraldine Bolling, Librarian
PUBLIC SPEAKING GLASS—Mrs. Beatrice Harrington, Instructor
AUTO MECHANICS—Mr. T. T. Coleman, Instructor
WOODWORK—Mr. Earl Harris, Instructor
TYPING CLASS—Mrs. M. M. Winston, Instructor
GENERAL BUSINESS GLASS—Mrs. M. B. Cheatham, Instructor
CAFETERIA SCENE—Mrs. O. N. Lee, Cafeteria Manager
CAFETERIA CAPTAINS—Mr. Wesley T. Carter, Sponsor
A. The Gast—“Of All Things”
G. The Cast—“Who Murdered Who”
B. The Cast—“Winter Sunset”
SENIORS PRESENT “THE GREEN LIGHT”
“THE GREEN LIGHT” IN REHEARSAL
A and B—Most Popular Seniors Presented Trophies C and E—Seniors Enjoy Banquet
D—Toastmaster
F—Crowning of “Miss Armstrong” G—State Basketball Champions, 1945
Reginald B. Farrar
Now the evening star is fading, Day is drawing to a close;
And our hearts are heavy-laden, Full of sorrows, full of woes.
Chorus (for 1st and 2nd Verses)
Armstrong! Armstrong!
Guiding light to all;
If on land or sea we wander, We will ever heed thy call.
Armstrong! Armstrong!
Alma Mater dear,
May joy be yours,
May peace be yours,
Throughout the years.
2.
Thou hath been our inspiration, Thou hath been our guide so fair; Thou alone art consolation, When our hearts are in despair.
3.
Hark! the bells are sweetly ringing, Night is come and we must part; But to us a strand is clinging, It can never leave our hearts.
Chorus (3rd Verse)
Armstrong! Armstrong!
Home of soldiers brave.
We shall ever cherish, love thee, Ever for thy spirit crave,
Armstrong! Armstrong!
Ere the sun doth rise
May light be yours
May all be yours,
Sweet peace! Good-bye.
BOARD OF STRATEGY: Mr. M. C. Robinson, Coach; Mr. Muriel Winfree, Assistant Coach; David Hall and Fred Rozier, Co-Captains.
ARMSTRONG FOOTBALL TEAM
Armstrong’s Football team went through one of its most brilliant seasons. Through the great coordination of the team, they won five victories to one loss. • Coach Maxie Robinson’s dauntless Wildcats were lauded throughout the state. Their flashy backfield consisted of Horse Barrett, fullback; “Buffaloe” Bennett, witty right half; “Deck” Hubbard, the superb handing quarterback; “Junie” Wiggins, speedy left halfback. • The great forward wall consisted of Fred Rozier, hard-charging end, and
Fred Rozier Warren Hubbard Charles Christian William Jackson Melvin Stokes
FOOTBALL TEAM
“Will” Jackson, the mighty all-State guard. • David “Zick” Hall was part of the strong link on the right side of the line. Two other “greats” in the forward wall were Melvin Law and “Glue-Finger” Barnes. Other outstanding players were “Skat-Back” Charles Christian and hard running Melvin “Mutt” Stokes. • The exceptional array of the “T” formation put most of the opposing teams of the State in confusion and bewilderment. The “T” formation of different occasions proved to be outstanding in versatility. • The Board of Strategy consisted of Coach Maxie Robinson and Muriel Winfrey. • The team of “ ’44” was one of the greatest offensive teams in the school’s history.
Corbett Johnson Charles Thomas
Bennett William Oscar
Barnes Cleveland
Luther
Howell Barrett
BASKETBALL
THE MIGHTY WILDCATS—STATE CHAMPIONS
Paced by Thornton Williams, sharp shooting Armstrong forward, who scored 486 points during the season, the Orange and Blues have won all but four games this season. • They have done an excellent job of out shooting opponents and averaging 35 points a contest. The Arm strong quint was runner-up in the Central District Tournament and champions in the State. Two members of the team were chosen members of the All-State Basketball Team; namley, Eugene Smith and Thornton Williams. Thornton was also All-Central and All/Tri-State forward. • This team has been one of the best Coach Robinson has ever had. Some of their most important games were these: 1. Armstrong 37, Armstrong (Tech) 34; 2. Armstrong 25, Walker 21; 3. Armstrong 36, Walker 42. Then the Central District came respectively: Central District—Arm strong 34, Walker 36; State—Armstrong 36, Walker 33. The Wildcats will wind up their 1945 basketball season after they have gone to North Carolina to compete in the National Tournament.
Andrew Brooks Emile Rozier Thomas Barrett Samuel Parker
GIRLS’ BASKETBALL TEAM—Miss V. H. Howell, Coach
OUR GIRL’S BASKETBALL TEAM By Joyce Corbett, Mascot
We are proud of our girl’s basketball team this year as we have been in previous years, and we are hoping that the team will get better each year. • We engaged in four games during the season and won two of them. Even the games which we lost were well played. The girls received many compliments on the manner in which they conducted themselves in defeat as well as in success, self-control and team work exhibited on the court. • Here’s hoping that all students will remember that the manner in which the game is played is far more important than the outcome of the game. Let “Fair Play” be our motto. • The success of the team is due largely to the untiring efforts of our Coach, Miss Violet Howell, and her assistants, Mr. Harris and Mr. Robinson. Miss Howell keeps us well informed in the values of fair play. We pay tribute to her and thank her. We thank also all persons who have aided us in any way during the season, and we shall strive to keep Armstrong’s Girl’s Basketball Team as you would have it.
GAMES: Walker 25-Armstrong 21; Rec. 8-Armstrong 15; Jefferson 31-Armstrong 27; Rec. 12- Armstrong 21.
HIGH SCORERS: Minnie Ragin, Ann Marie Branch, Rosa Hopkins, Alice Gray.
THE PLAYERS: Ann Marie Branch, Minnie Ragin, Rosa Hopkins, Alice Gray, Vivian Coard, Sarah Briggman, Alice Cheatham, Burnetta Donovan, Barbara Dandridge, Constance Cox, Marilyn Stokes, Estelle Price, Edith Daniels, Joyce Corbett, Fannie Hopkins, Pattie Green, Hortense Smith.
APPRECIATION
TO ALL WHO ASSISTED US IN THE PUBLICATION OF THIS ANNUAL, THE “CLASS OF ’45” EXPRESSES SINCERE AND DEEP APPRECIATION. ESPECIALLY ARE WE GRATEFUL TO PRINCIPALS, TEACH ERS, PARENTS, AND ADVERTISERS.
WE HAVE WORKED HARD TO MAKE THE FINAL PRODUCT WORTHY OF THE ASSISTANCE YOU HAVE GIVEN US. WE HOPE WE HAVE PLEASED YOU.
BELOVED ARMSTRONG, FAREWELI John Logan Howlette
No more running around the halls.
No more writing on the walls.
No more debates in English seven.
No more of Rev. Lindsey’s philosophy on how to get to heaven. No more ganging on the corner step.
No more enthused response to the cheering squad’s pep. No more dates with a high school chum.
No more cafeteria food will we eat to the last crumb. No more races to beat the bells.
No more “Spirits of Armstrong” will we sell.
No more of Mrs. Green’s Algebra to puzzle* our brain. No more of Mrs. Lewis’s history to tell of the slain.
No more sitting in the study hall on hard benches.
No more handling Mr. Coleman’s numerous wrenches. No more drilling with the boys in blue.
No more fantastic excuses for notes that are due.
No more of the band’s sweet music, so rare and pure. No more borrowing paper and pencil to endure.
No more will we swell the choir’s melodious strains.
No more a part of Mr. Savage’s hard working pains. No more will we share the rough and good work of the team. No more will Coach Robinson keep us on the beam. No more football, no more track.
No more basketball, no more cracks.
No more flirting with the lassies.
No more cutting those dear old classes.
No more prayers for the fifth period to hurry and end. No more hopes for the week-end to speedily begin.
No more sizzling that basketball net.
No more winning on a good wholesome bet.
No more jiving those dear teachers for an extra point. No more thinking that our dear Alma Mater is just a joint.
“Happy are we met, happy have we been,
Happy may we part, and happy meet again.
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