A L Brown High School - Albrokan Yearbook (Kannapolis, NC)

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IS THE 1928 PIONEER

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THE 1928 PIONEER SENIOR STATISTICS YOU. ' oN v o W e onte UJ c au. no cs 1 Yl$ome Page Fourteen

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THE 1928 PIONEER CLASS HISTORY CHARACTER OF THE TIMES The summer of 1924 was a period of great unrest. The affairs of Kannapolis had been thrown into much confusion by the realization of the natives that gre at ignorance existed. It became the duty of every one who loved humanity to unite in an effort to gain knowledge. FOUNDING OF THE COLONY The most important outcome of this growing sentiment was the planting of a colony at the Kannapolis High School, September, 1924. Because of the verdure of the settlers the colonists called themselves Freshmen. HOSTILITY So strong was the determination of this group to alleviate their woeful ignorance that not even the hostilities of a savage tribe led by Warriors Wisby, Wood, Smart and Humbert were able to defeat them in their purpose. ELECTION OF 1924 In order to cope with existing conditions it was found necessary to have leaders, so early in the first year an election was held. Due to the size of the colony it was decided to divide it into two groups. Ketchie was chosen Governor; Harris, Lieut. -Governor ; Efird and Goldston, councillors, of one group. Mclnnis was chosen Governor; Stonestreet, Lieut. -Governor, and Helms, councillor, of the other. Under the capable leadership of these officers rapid progress along social and industrial lines was made. Invitations were ex- tended by nearby settlements to share their hospitality and much was learned from these neighbors. CHIEF EVENTS The greatest progress intellectually was under the leadership of Smart in the study of bugs, grass- hoppers, flowers and trees. The chief social event was la weiner roast enjoyed by the colony as a whole. NAME CHANGED; ELECTION OF 1925 A happy year rolled by, but the second year showed a decrease in the number of colonists. In spite of this decrease such growth in wisdom had taken place that it seemed proper to change the name of the colony, and they became known as Sophomores. A joint election was held early in 1925; Ketchie was chosen Governor; Turbyfill, Lieut. -Governor ; Gillon and Hall, councillors. PROGRESS; SOCIAL EVENTS Again marked progress was shown, especially by the women who in their art of dressmaking won prizes in the county fair. Numerous social events were enjoyed during the year. NAME CHANGED TO JUNIORS; ELECTION, 1926 So prosperous did the colonists, become, and so much improved in wisdom and knowledge, that the name Sophomore gave place to Juniors in 1926. As was the custom an election was held in the fall of that year. Turbyfill was chosen Governor; Ketchie, Lieut. -Governor ; Gillon and Jolley, councillors. It was found proper to keep a permanent record of this colony, which was destined to become so famous; so Maulden was chosen to represent the colony on the staff of The Pioneer, a record kept by a nearby settlement, the Seniors. SOCIAL PROGRESS Great intellectual progress was made during this year but the chief advancement was along social lines. The colonists were entertained elaborately by Elsie McKnight and Edyth Jolley. So friendly had the Juniors become with the next largest settlement, the Seniors, that a big reception was given them. They conducted themselves so admirably and enjoyed the occasion to such an extent that they decided to reciprocate; so a banquet was given the Seniors the following spring. It was a swell affair and did much to increase the friendly relations of the two settlements. COLONISTS EXCEL AS ACTORS In order to finance these various social affairs and to pay for space in The Pioneer, it was found neces- sary to raise money; so the colonists decided to try their skill as actors on the stage. A play, “The Wren,” w?s selected and so well did the first performance succeed that it was reproduced in several nearby settlements. JUNIORS SUCCEED SENIORS In May, 1927, the Senior colony decided to abandon their settlement, and because of their remarkable progress the Junior colony was chosen to fill their place. So in September, 1927, the Juniors assumed full responsibility, left their old abode, and changed their name to Seniors, and another election was held. ELECTION OF 1928 Since the business of the colony had grown so much it seemed wise to have more officers of the law. The result of the election was: Gillon, Governor; McKnight, Lieut. -Governor ; Stonestreet, Secretary of State; Smith, Secretary of Treasury; Jolly, Historian; Turbyfill, Prophet; Whitley, Chief Justice; Steele, Secretary of Poetic Art; Mclnnis, Secretary of Charities. STAFF OF PIONEER In taking this place as leader among the settlements, the Seniors assumed full management of The Pioneer, the record of the colonies. Thus it was necessary to have a staff. The following were elected: Editor-in-Chief, Maulden; Assistant Editor, Harrison; Business Managers, Ketchie and Thompson; Athletic Editor, Fowler; Exchange Editor, Hastings; Literary Editor, Winecoff; Art Editor, Whitley; Joke Editor, Mclnnis; Kodak Editor, Taylor; Subscription Editors, Stonestreet and Sills; Printer, Turbyfill; Stenographer, Davis. Great work was done by these capable staff members. The 1928 Pioneer stands as evidence of their efficient service. CHIEF SOCIAL EVENT OF ’ 27 The chief social event of 1927 was a Christmas party given the Junior colony by the Seniors. Santa Claus left a real Christmas tnee bearing gifts and goodies for every member of the two colonies. In spite of a downpour of rain the occasion was greatly enjoyed. THE END The great event toward which the colony is now working is Commencement, at which time we shall endeavor to show to the natives of Kannapolis our noble efforts in dispelling the woeful ignorance of our town. Note: A more complete account of this colony will be rendered at Commencement. Edyth Jolley, Historian. Page Sixteen