1941 Wright Chronicle Senior Number – Sophie B. Wright High School, New Orleans

Wright Chronicle – Senior Number, June 1941Published by the students of Sophie B. Wright High School, New Orleans, Louisiana. Details: Volume XXIX, No. 4 Measures approx. 9 x 6 inches Includes photos, class lists, essays, editorials, and local advertisements Features “The Pledge to the Flag” page (pre-WWII version) Printed locally in 1941 — the same year the U.S. entered WWII A wonderful glimpse into New Orleans high school life in the early 1940s Condition:Good vintage condition with some age toning, minor soiling, and light blue mark on cover (as shown). Binding tight, all pages intact. No missing or torn pages noted. Historical Note:Sophie B. Wright High School was one of the early public high schools in New Orleans to emphasize academic achievement for young women. This “Senior Number” captures a snapshot of Louisiana youth and community spirit on the eve of WWII.