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61 YEARS OF CONTINUOUS DAILY PUBLICATION v SHORTRIDGE DAILY ECHO The World's Oldest High School Daily Vol. 61, No. 143 SHORTRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL, INDLANAPOUS, INDIANA, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 1959 3 CENTS / Pupils to Compete in Annual School Spelling Bee Today Words, words, and more words wiU be the subject of today's auditorium as 38 students compete in the annual school spelling bee sponsored by the Student Board. Judges for the first auditorium are Mrs. Miriam Bates, Mrs. Gladys Brewer, and Mrs. Louise Steiger. Alwyn Carder, Miss Elizabeth Evans, and Mrs. Esther Hillman will judge during the second auditorium. Philip Hirsch, English teacher, wiU pronounce the words. The spelling contest is established on an elimination basis, with the winner of the first auditorium challenging the winner of the second to determine the final winner and school champion. The money prize given annually by the Student Board will be increased this year by an award from the English department, according to Mrs. Eugenia Hayden, Student Board adviser. The winner in each auditorium will receive $5.00; the runner-up ln each session will get $3.00. The school champion will re- (Continued on page three) Typing Experts May Win Gold Pins in Time Test According to Hiram Hensel, head of business education department at Shortridge, there will be a typing contest the week of May 4 for all typing students. The five-minute time test is required of all pupils taking a typing course. The winners ot the contest will receive gold pins ln the shape of a typewriter, for efficiency. There will be a winner in each grade of the typing course. The winners will be presented with their awards on Awards Day. SHS vs. Warren Weather permitting, the Shortridge nine will knock heads with Warren Central this afternoon at Riverside Park Diamond No. 6. Between rainstorms this season the Satans have managed to pick up a 4-2 record. History Club Plans Trip to Springfield on May 9 Mike Pilz presided at the last History Club meeting in the absence of Vic Rosenbaum, who was on a choir trip. He announced that the bus for the History Club trip to Springfield, Illinois, will leave Shortridge at 6:00 a.m. on May 9. The group will bring box lunches and will plan to picnic in or around Salem. The bus will return at 10 p.m. the same day. Mrs. Elsie Howard, club sponsor, has prepared a Ust of "Inspirations" that will determine the extra-special behavior of the club members. The program at the meeting was presented by Bill Dyer. He showed movies of his trip to Europe and narrated them. As a special attraction he showed films of the French race, LeMans, and the Italian "500 Mile Monza Race." LeMans, situated in northern France, was the scene of the annual 24-hour endurance race. Although the weather was rainy, about 150,000 fans watched. An American, Phil HIU, teamed with a Belgian to win the race. Jim Rathman, driving a "500" type car, breezed to victory in the Monza Race in Monza, Italy. Jimmy Bryan was second, and the late Italian Luiga Masso was third. The great race was won at the speed of 164 m.p.h. The SHS Junior Class wiU meet in the auditorium Friday, May 1, during homeroom. Rogers, Dafoe Named Art Editor, Assistant of Annual That Nancy Rogers and Marilyn Dafoe have been chosen to be the art editor and assistant art editor, respectively, of the yearbook of 1960 was announced recently by Charles Yeager, head of the art department. "They were chosen on the basis of their experience in art, the number of classes In art, and their interest in art and the job. They were chosen also because of their excellent recommendations by their various teachers and fine character and citizenship," said Mr. Yeager. "Also the girls' work experience in art will help insure success on their Job." The duties of art editor are many. The work involves laying out the dummy, assisting the editor in mounting pictures, and also planning the cover of the book. LANGUAGE AND MATH CONTESTANTS WIN AT IU The Shortridge mathematics department scored high on the state tests. Gold medals were won by Tom McDowell, wr-,o placed second in the state algebra contest, and David Reisklnd, third place winner. John Jenkins received a silver medal, and Brent** Smith won a bronze medal. In the Geometry A contest, Marion Klumpp was awarded a silver medal. David Stall received a bronze medal in the Geometry B competition. In the state math finals bronze medals were awarded to Larry Sloan, Frank Cook, and Roger Montgomery. SHS Summer School Schedule Given By Claude Keesling Summer school sessions at Shortridge High School will start on Monday, June 15, ttfid end Friday, July 31, according to Claude M. Keesling, vice-principal and director of summer school. Saturday classes are scheduled on June 20, 27, July 11, 18, and 25. There will be no classes on July 4. No tuition is charged. Any pupil from another school who Is interested in enrolling in summer school at Shortridge may consult his principal for details. Shortridge students may enroll in homeroom on Thursday, May 14. After May 14, pupils may register in the office. AU students who are not enrolled by June 15 may do so in the Shortridge cafeteria. Early enrollment is requested. Subjects not Usted may be offered If enough pupils want to take them. Subjects listed may be discontinued if elections are too small. This is a tentative program. Period I (8:00-9:55) EngUsh I-II, HI-IV, V-VI; Public Speaking; General Math. I-II; Algebra I-II; Geometry I; Geometry II; Latin II; Spanish II; World History I; American History I-II; American Government; Economic Problems; Band; Art I-VIII; Typing I iVz credit); Biology II; Physical Science I; Physical Ed. (girls; Vz credit); Health and Safety; Driver Education (*/2 credit). Period II (10:00-11:55) EngUsh I-II, III-IV, V-VI; Public Speaking; General Math. I-II; Algebra I-II, III-IV; Geometry II; Caesar II; Spanish III-IV; World (Continued on page four) Twelve Shortridge students were entered in the state Latin contest Saturday, April 25, at Indiana University. Eight received medals. Linda Hiner and Richard Otten entered the first year contest. Linda received a gold medal and Dick won a bronze medal. Second year contestants were Amy Morrison, who won a gold medal, and Howard Sagalowsky who won a bronze medal. Winner of a gold medal in the third year contest was Kay Umbenhower. Elaine Gilbert, Sandra Sauvain, and Vinson Snowberger won bronze medals In the fourth year contest. Six pupils were entered in the state Spanish contest at IU. Two received medals. Winner of the bronze medal for first year students was Barbara Snyder. The •bronze medal winner in the third year contest was Caren Goodin. TEN IS DEADLINE FOR PROM VOTES Ten o'clock Is the deadline for Junior Prom patrons to cast their ballots for the Class of 1960 Junior Prom Queen candidates, according to Pat Howell and Philip Nicely, cochairmen of the Junior Class annual affair, to be held at the Indiana Roof, May 1. Each person attending the dance will be entitled to one vote. Students and teachers may see the photographs of the candidates in the window display outside Room 223. Selleck Gallery Displays New Mexican Paintings Opening today in the Selleck Art Gallery is an exhibit of paintings from the art museum in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The exhibit is sponsored by the Fine Arts Association of Shortridge High School. There are original oils done by outstanding New Mexican artists. Especially interesting is the technique in the painting by Mus- grave. It is done in the impressionistic style popular in France 50 years ago and much in vogue today. Another interesting example of painting is by McKlnney. It is done in the manner of the Cubists. This series of pictures will be found between 320 and 322.
Object Description
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Title | The Daily Echo, 1959-04-29 |
Description | The Daily Echo was a daily newspaper written and published by students of Shortridge High School. |
Publisher | Shortridge High School |
Date | 1959-04-29; 1959 |
Time period | 1950s (1950-1959) |
Address | 3401 North Meridian Street |
Location | North Meridian Street |
Subject |
Shortridge High School--History High schools--Indiana--Indianapolis |
Genre |
Newspapers |
Theme |
Journalism Education |
Collection | Shortridge High School |
Rights |
http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ |
Copyright information | In Copyright |
Physical repository | Indiana Historical Society |
Digital publisher | Indianapolis Public Library |
Vendor | Crossroads Document Services; |
Date digitized | 2018-04 |
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Title | 1959-04-29 page 01 |
Full text | 61 YEARS OF CONTINUOUS DAILY PUBLICATION v SHORTRIDGE DAILY ECHO The World's Oldest High School Daily Vol. 61, No. 143 SHORTRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL, INDLANAPOUS, INDIANA, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 1959 3 CENTS / Pupils to Compete in Annual School Spelling Bee Today Words, words, and more words wiU be the subject of today's auditorium as 38 students compete in the annual school spelling bee sponsored by the Student Board. Judges for the first auditorium are Mrs. Miriam Bates, Mrs. Gladys Brewer, and Mrs. Louise Steiger. Alwyn Carder, Miss Elizabeth Evans, and Mrs. Esther Hillman will judge during the second auditorium. Philip Hirsch, English teacher, wiU pronounce the words. The spelling contest is established on an elimination basis, with the winner of the first auditorium challenging the winner of the second to determine the final winner and school champion. The money prize given annually by the Student Board will be increased this year by an award from the English department, according to Mrs. Eugenia Hayden, Student Board adviser. The winner in each auditorium will receive $5.00; the runner-up ln each session will get $3.00. The school champion will re- (Continued on page three) Typing Experts May Win Gold Pins in Time Test According to Hiram Hensel, head of business education department at Shortridge, there will be a typing contest the week of May 4 for all typing students. The five-minute time test is required of all pupils taking a typing course. The winners ot the contest will receive gold pins ln the shape of a typewriter, for efficiency. There will be a winner in each grade of the typing course. The winners will be presented with their awards on Awards Day. SHS vs. Warren Weather permitting, the Shortridge nine will knock heads with Warren Central this afternoon at Riverside Park Diamond No. 6. Between rainstorms this season the Satans have managed to pick up a 4-2 record. History Club Plans Trip to Springfield on May 9 Mike Pilz presided at the last History Club meeting in the absence of Vic Rosenbaum, who was on a choir trip. He announced that the bus for the History Club trip to Springfield, Illinois, will leave Shortridge at 6:00 a.m. on May 9. The group will bring box lunches and will plan to picnic in or around Salem. The bus will return at 10 p.m. the same day. Mrs. Elsie Howard, club sponsor, has prepared a Ust of "Inspirations" that will determine the extra-special behavior of the club members. The program at the meeting was presented by Bill Dyer. He showed movies of his trip to Europe and narrated them. As a special attraction he showed films of the French race, LeMans, and the Italian "500 Mile Monza Race." LeMans, situated in northern France, was the scene of the annual 24-hour endurance race. Although the weather was rainy, about 150,000 fans watched. An American, Phil HIU, teamed with a Belgian to win the race. Jim Rathman, driving a "500" type car, breezed to victory in the Monza Race in Monza, Italy. Jimmy Bryan was second, and the late Italian Luiga Masso was third. The great race was won at the speed of 164 m.p.h. The SHS Junior Class wiU meet in the auditorium Friday, May 1, during homeroom. Rogers, Dafoe Named Art Editor, Assistant of Annual That Nancy Rogers and Marilyn Dafoe have been chosen to be the art editor and assistant art editor, respectively, of the yearbook of 1960 was announced recently by Charles Yeager, head of the art department. "They were chosen on the basis of their experience in art, the number of classes In art, and their interest in art and the job. They were chosen also because of their excellent recommendations by their various teachers and fine character and citizenship," said Mr. Yeager. "Also the girls' work experience in art will help insure success on their Job." The duties of art editor are many. The work involves laying out the dummy, assisting the editor in mounting pictures, and also planning the cover of the book. LANGUAGE AND MATH CONTESTANTS WIN AT IU The Shortridge mathematics department scored high on the state tests. Gold medals were won by Tom McDowell, wr-,o placed second in the state algebra contest, and David Reisklnd, third place winner. John Jenkins received a silver medal, and Brent** Smith won a bronze medal. In the Geometry A contest, Marion Klumpp was awarded a silver medal. David Stall received a bronze medal in the Geometry B competition. In the state math finals bronze medals were awarded to Larry Sloan, Frank Cook, and Roger Montgomery. SHS Summer School Schedule Given By Claude Keesling Summer school sessions at Shortridge High School will start on Monday, June 15, ttfid end Friday, July 31, according to Claude M. Keesling, vice-principal and director of summer school. Saturday classes are scheduled on June 20, 27, July 11, 18, and 25. There will be no classes on July 4. No tuition is charged. Any pupil from another school who Is interested in enrolling in summer school at Shortridge may consult his principal for details. Shortridge students may enroll in homeroom on Thursday, May 14. After May 14, pupils may register in the office. AU students who are not enrolled by June 15 may do so in the Shortridge cafeteria. Early enrollment is requested. Subjects not Usted may be offered If enough pupils want to take them. Subjects listed may be discontinued if elections are too small. This is a tentative program. Period I (8:00-9:55) EngUsh I-II, HI-IV, V-VI; Public Speaking; General Math. I-II; Algebra I-II; Geometry I; Geometry II; Latin II; Spanish II; World History I; American History I-II; American Government; Economic Problems; Band; Art I-VIII; Typing I iVz credit); Biology II; Physical Science I; Physical Ed. (girls; Vz credit); Health and Safety; Driver Education (*/2 credit). Period II (10:00-11:55) EngUsh I-II, III-IV, V-VI; Public Speaking; General Math. I-II; Algebra I-II, III-IV; Geometry II; Caesar II; Spanish III-IV; World (Continued on page four) Twelve Shortridge students were entered in the state Latin contest Saturday, April 25, at Indiana University. Eight received medals. Linda Hiner and Richard Otten entered the first year contest. Linda received a gold medal and Dick won a bronze medal. Second year contestants were Amy Morrison, who won a gold medal, and Howard Sagalowsky who won a bronze medal. Winner of a gold medal in the third year contest was Kay Umbenhower. Elaine Gilbert, Sandra Sauvain, and Vinson Snowberger won bronze medals In the fourth year contest. Six pupils were entered in the state Spanish contest at IU. Two received medals. Winner of the bronze medal for first year students was Barbara Snyder. The •bronze medal winner in the third year contest was Caren Goodin. TEN IS DEADLINE FOR PROM VOTES Ten o'clock Is the deadline for Junior Prom patrons to cast their ballots for the Class of 1960 Junior Prom Queen candidates, according to Pat Howell and Philip Nicely, cochairmen of the Junior Class annual affair, to be held at the Indiana Roof, May 1. Each person attending the dance will be entitled to one vote. Students and teachers may see the photographs of the candidates in the window display outside Room 223. Selleck Gallery Displays New Mexican Paintings Opening today in the Selleck Art Gallery is an exhibit of paintings from the art museum in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The exhibit is sponsored by the Fine Arts Association of Shortridge High School. There are original oils done by outstanding New Mexican artists. Especially interesting is the technique in the painting by Mus- grave. It is done in the impressionistic style popular in France 50 years ago and much in vogue today. Another interesting example of painting is by McKlnney. It is done in the manner of the Cubists. This series of pictures will be found between 320 and 322. |
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