The label on the picture says "School Board Chairman Rawles Howard congratulates Dr. S. P. Bass during cermonies [sic] dedicating the Tarboro High School Gymnasium in honor of Dr. Bass. Dr. Bass served as a member of the Tarboro Board from 1932 until 1951. Was chairman since 1941. Pictured from left to right are Rawles Howard, Romaine Howard, Rev. S. Grayson Clary, Dr. Bass, Mrs. Howard Hussey Jr, Mrs. Geo. Moore, C. G. Credle Supt. of Tarboro Schools, B. L. Price; Principal of Tarboro High School.; January 28th, 1955; Jack Havens, Board Member not shown in picture."
Transcription: Friday, January 28, 1955