Boyden High School - Echo Yearbook (Salisbury, NC)

Text from Pages 1 - 80 of the 1928 volume:

Rowan Public Library Given by William C. Stanback ‘Rp an‘Printinci (ompany 3 °? 97 C c 81-08078 HISTORY ROOM NO ROW. 24 ECH y. 1928 Echo. 900044 triic led to VOLUME EIGHT 1928 Published by the Seniors of Boy den High School Salisbury, N. C. Page 4 The Echo 1928 BOYDEN HIGH SCHOOL 1928 The Echo Page 5 trp FOREWORD Soon we shall separate, each in the pursuit of what he deems success. Our paths may lead us far from those scenes and faces which are now so familiar and dear. Even memory may be dimmed, and the time may come when some of those scenes and faces will be almost forgotten. At that time, we may take down from its shelf this book—dusty and worn, perhaps — and, look¬ ing through its pages, re-live those happy days at Boyden High. Page 6 The Echo 1928 1928 The Echo Page 7 DEDICATION At his feet we lay our homage Humble, yet the highest we can pay. Appreciation for the service He has given along our way. We have set upon his head A crown of laurels fair To honor the high ideals That have challenged us to dare. Around his memory, we have thrown A cloak of purest white To keep alive his inspiration That shall lead us to the light. —Avis Little, ’ 28 . Piigc 8 - - TheEcho - - 1928 FACULTY 1928 The Echo Page 9 FACULTY Page 10 - - TheEcho - - 1928 ANNUAL STAFF HARRY D. GWIN_ ED. ROSEMAN_ WALTER DEAL ..... ANNIE MARIE KESLER GEHRETTE McCUBBINS ALICE FISHER_ CLASS OFFICERS ___ Editor _ Mgr. Editor _ Business Mgr. _ Sport Editor _ Adv. Mgr. Circulation Mgr. JAMES KRIDER.__.________ President LILLIAN GWYNN__________ Vice Pres. ELIZABETH WILLIS_____ Secretary WALTER DEAL______________ Treasurer CLASS DAY OFFICERS ALICE SMITH..________ Historian T. FRANKLIN PEELER______ Statistician MARGARET MARSH___ Song GORDON EARLE_____________ Lawyer AVIS LITTLE__________..._ Poet JAMES HUDSON...... ________ Prophet 1928 The Echo Page 11 GEORGE ANDERSON Science; Track ’26-’27-’28. Here is our track man. Without George the team would not be half as successful. He is also very interested in science. We hope he will be a great chemist some day. RICHARD AYERS Science; Football squad, ’25, ’26, ’27, ’28 “Dick” is one of our star football players. Although he has never hurt himself studying, he has always managed to pass his work. He is full of life and is a good sport. We predict a glorious future for him. CLARENCE V. BARKLEY Latin ; Hi-Y 25-’28 ; Managing Editor “Echo” ’28 ; Latin Club ’27 ; Golf Team ’28 ; Athletic Association ’26-’28 ; Tennis Team ’28. C. V. is very much interested in journalism and has helped make the “Echo” a great suc¬ cess this year. One of these days he is going to be “sole owner” of the Greensboro Daily or the New York Times. THEODORE BAROODY Science; Track ’28; Spanish Club ’23-’25 ; Hi- Y ’26-’28 ; Radio Club ’25, ’26, ’27, ’28 ; Debat¬ ing Society ’26, ’27 ; Senior Dramatic Club ’28 ; Camera Club ’27, ’28 ; Science Club 26, ’27 ; Chairman home room 217 ’28. Ted is planning for a big future. His many E’s in mathematics make him one of the out¬ standing boys. He is a good typist and the an¬ nual staff would have been lost if he had not come to their aid. Ted is a faithful member jf the dramatic club and is a very good student. LILLIAN BERNHARDT Science; Home Economic Club ’26. Although Lillian is rather quiet, she is al¬ ways ready to take part in everything. She has many friends and is liked by every one who knows her. We wish her the best of luck throughout her life. Page 12 The Echo 1928 WILLIAM BOST General ; Orchestra ’25, ’26 ; Photographers’ Club ’26-’28 ; Dramatic Club ’27, ’28 ; Athletic Association. “Bill’ is one of the few boys in high school who is interested in painting. He has taken several courses and is a very good artist. 217 will not seem right without him next year. ALMA BROWN Latin ; Girl Reserves ’26, ’27 ; Glee Club ’26, Sister ’28. Here is one of our “E” students. Alma, al¬ though a quiet girl, has many friends who wish for her much success in life. If it’s library books, she knows them from R-020 to 999 in¬ cluding fiction and biography. GRACE BROWN Latin ; Girl Reserves ’24-’28 ; Girls’ Athletic : President Home Economics Club ’27 ; Big Association ; Senior Dramatics ’28 ; National Honor Soci ety ’28 ; Big Sister ’28 ; French Club (Vice President ’27); Glee Club ’28; Gypsy Rover Cast ’28. Grace is very popular among the students of Boyden High. Besides being popular, she takes part in various school activities and is an earn¬ est worker. The school will certainly miss her next year. OLNEY BROWN Science; Vice-president S’thlete Club ’27, ’28; Athletic Association ’24-’28 ; Room Secretary; Treasurer of Athletic Association ’27 ; Class Basket Ball ’24 ; Football ’27 ; Basketball ’25, ’26 (Captain) ’28 Baseball ’26-’28. Dear old B. H. S. will miss “Uney’’ next year. What will we do without him when the basketball season comes around? As is usually the case with athletic stars, Olney is very popu¬ lar with certain girls. RACHEL BUSBY General ; Girl Reserves ’24-’27 ; Latin Club ’25, ’26; French Club ’27, ’28 ; Debating Club ’26-’28 ; President Debating Society ’28 ; Tri¬ angular Debater ’27, ’28 ; Junior-Sophomore Debate ’27 ; Athletic Association ; Girls’ Ath¬ letic Association Rachel’s wonderful debating ability has won for her much popularity in Boyden High. When everyone else is tongue-tied in a friendly argument, Rachel is in her glory. Her voice certainly will be missed next year in the hall outside the library. 1928 The Echo Page 1 3 ESTHER CAMP Latin ; Girl Reserves, ’24-’28 ; Latin Club, ’27 ; French Club, ’26, ’27, ’28 ; Home Room, President, ’27; Big Sister; Nurses’ Club, ’27- ’28 , Athletic Association, ’24-’28 ; Glee Club, ’26. The mischievous glint in her eyes and her overflowing enthusiasm label her as a fun- lover. She has ideas of her own as well as ways of her own. She is thoughtful yet for¬ getful ; steady—yet changeable ; and given to many and various moods. Esther, we wish you success ! JAMES CASPER Science; Hi-Y, ’23-’26 ; Radio Club, 24-’27 ; Track, ’26 ; Orchestra, ’27, ’28 ; Dramatic Club, ’26-’28 ; Wrestling Team. ’24; Athletic Asso¬ ciation, ’23-’28 ; Glee Club, 28. James Casper, known to his friends as “Jim¬ my”, has blazed his way through high school with his humor, everlasting pep, and enthu¬ siasm. His free and easy going manner over¬ comes every obstacle that tends to obstruct his path and wins the high esteem of all his as¬ sociates. We predict a wonderful success for him. PRUE CHOATE Latin; Girl Reserves, (Secretary ’25, ’28); Class Basketball, ’28 ; Baseball, ’28 ; Athletic Association, ’24-’2H ; Big Sister, ’28 ; National Honor Society, ’28. Prue is one of the finest and most light¬ hearted girls in our school. She is always ready for a good time unless restrained by a reflection on the quiz for the next day. We cannot think of Prue without bringing to mind the numerous pleasing traits that make up her character ! Luck to you, Prue ! CHAPMAN CRAWFORD Latin; Hi-Y, ’25-’28 (President ’26); Basket¬ ball, ’25, ’26 ; Track, ’27, ’28 ; Golf. ’28 ; Ten¬ nis, ’26, ’27, ’28. When good fellows get together “Chap” is always there. The longer you know him, the better you like him. His sterling qualities ring true at every flip—and you know you have found a boy—a real boy- whom you will be proud to claim for a friend. Here’s luck! May it all come your way ! WALTER CROWELL Latin ; Echo reporter, sociation, ’25-’26; Latin tionest, ’27-’28. ’24-’25 ; Athletic As- Club, ’26-’27 ; Projec- During “Walt’s” years in high school, he has blended work and play in such a way that the result is a good student and a real sport. Walter’s character and personality can best be described as an abridgment of all that is pleas¬ ant in man. No one who knows him will doubt that success will crown his efforts. Page 14 The Echo 1928 ELLEN DANIEL Latin ; Girl Reserves ; President of Girl Re¬ serves ’27 ; Program Chairman ’26-’28 ; Class Volley Ball ’25-’28 ; Girls’ Council, 27 ; Letter Club. ’26 ; Glee Club ’28 ; Athletic Association ; Home Economics Club ’27, ’28 ; Class Baseball ’25, ’26 ; Big Sister ’28. Ellen has a quiet easy-going manner that causes all that know her to like her. How she does it we do not know, but evidently her methods are the best because she has succeeded. We hope she will like the occupation she choses after she leaves us, and feel sure that her ways will win her many friends. MARY DANIEL Latin ; Girl Reserves ’25-’27 ; Treasurer Girl Reserves ’27 ; Hockey Team ’27 ; Nurses’ Club ’28 ; Home Economics Club ’27 ; Class Basket Ball ’26 ; Glee Club ’26 ; Girls’ Athletic Asso¬ ciation ’26-’28. Mary has a gift of monologue that never fails to entertain.. Conversation with her is a de¬ lightful game. She is a good sport and is friendly toward everyone. Mary is a most per¬ sistent worker. Her aptitude for figures has enabled her to make good in that field. JOHN DEADMON General ; Basket Ball ’26, ’27 ; Joke Editor for “Echo” ’28 ; Midget Basket Ball ’28. John is an all-round good fellow, and an ace with the ladies. He is as good a pal as any one could wish, and his friends are many. John, we wish you unlimited success when you enter the business world. May you win the hearts of others as you have won ours. WALTER DEAL General; Track ’27, ’28 (Manager ’28); Treasurer Senior Class ’28 ; Hi-Y ’28 ; Business Manager of Annual ’28 ; National Honor So¬ ciety ’28. All during his years in high school Walter has held to the idea that while in school a boy should develop mentally, spiritually, physically, and socially. Result: a real four square man. He is the kind of fellow who takes his work seriously and life good-naturedly. As yet, ap¬ parently no girl has captured his heart, but we predict that a little girl will get him by and by . MAX DRAKE Science; Hi-Y ’24-’28 ; Manager Midget Basketball ’28 ; Athletic Association ’25-’28. A real good fellow ! he has taken things as he found them and has never grumbled about the load he has to carry. No one who knows him can doubt the earnestness of his purpose or his ability to realize his ambitions. We feel sure that he will be a great success. 1928 The Echo Page 1 5 ElILA DYER Latin ; Girl Reserves. ’25-’28 ; Home Econo¬ mics Club, ' 25-’28 : Glee Club, ’25-’26 ; Dramatic Club, ’27-’28 ; Play Seventeen ' ' , 27. Eula has many friends and is liked by every one. She takes life none too seriously for she is always ready to have a good time. She was an active member of the Dramatic Club, anil showed much dramatic ability in several high school plays. GORDON EARLE Latin ; Photographers ' Club, ' 26-’27 ; Radio Club, ’25-’28, Secretary-Treasurer. ' 27-’28 ; Hi- Y ' 25- ' 28; Boys’ Glee Club. ’27- ' 28 ; Dramatic Club ’27- ' 28, Vice President. ' 27-’28 : Football Squad, ' 27 : Class Lawyer, ’28 ; Athletic Asso¬ ciation. ' 25-’28 : Class Baseball, ’24 ; Class Foot¬ ball, ’24 ; Golf Team, ’28 ; Senior Class Play, ’28. Gordon has been, during his five years with us, a good all round chap. To know Gordon is a real experience and an hour spent with him is a stimulating recreation. He is quite a whang” with the ladies ! Here’s to an over¬ whelming success in store for you 1 GAITHER ELLER Latin : Girl Reserves, ’25- ' 26 ; Home Econom¬ ics Club, ’27 ; Big Sister, ' 27-’28. Gaither is another of Boyden High’s depend¬ able girls. She makes very good grades but shines brilliantly when it comes to being a Big Sister, helping in the office, or keeping order in the library. Just keep on, Gaither; some day you will win success from life! DWIGHT FINK Latin ; Hi-Y. ’26-’28, Secretary, ’26-’27 ; Dra¬ matic Club, ’28-’28 ; Glee Club, ’27-’28 ; Gypsy Rover, ’27. Dwight is one of the most conscientious se¬ niors of Boyden High. If you want some one to do something for you. our advice is, Go to Dwight.” He is the confidant of both boys and girls, and he asks no charges for the advice he gives on love affairs. ALICE FISHER Latin : Girl Reserves, ’24-’28 ; Dramatic Club, ’24-’28, Secretary, ’27-’28 : Varsity Basketball. ' 2 i-’28 ; Varsilv Hockey. ' 27, Manager, ' 27 ; Tennis Club, ' 26-’28; French Club. ’27 ; Big Sister, ’27-’28 ; Girls’ Council. ’2(j- ' 28 : Student Council, ' 27- ' 28 ; Chairman Editorial Committee Handbook, ’28; Glee Club, ’26- ' 28, President, ’27- ' 28 ; National Honor Society, ' 28 ; Circula¬ tion Manager. Annual. ’28 ; Girls’ Monogram Club, ' 28 : Gypsy Rover, ’27 : Senior Class Play, ’28. Sal is a good sport at all times and is the jolliest girl in the senior class. She is an ac¬ tive member of the basket ball squad and took a part in the other sports. That isn’t all about her either—she also made good grades on all her studies. Page 16 The Echo 1928 THOMAS FISHER Latin ; Hi-Y, ’26-’28 ; Home Room Vice-Presi¬ dent, ’28 ; Constitution Committee Senior Class, ’28 : Athletic Association, ' 27- ' 28 ; Gypsy Rover, ’27 : Orchestra, ’25-’28. Tom is our champion violinist. Many are the thrills Boyden High audiences have gotten from the depths of his violin. Because of his cooperativeneis, willingness to work, and cheer¬ fulness, we predict for him a bright future. Good luck, Tom 1 CLAUDE FREDERICK Science; Baseball, ’28. Claude is a fellow who takes life easy. Al¬ though he doesn’t attach much importance to his studies, he manages to pass his work. He is popular with both boys and girls. He is a good athlete and took part in many activities. We send him to college with the perfect assur¬ ance that he will make many friends. PRESTON FREDERICK Science-Athletic Association, ’24-’28, Presi¬ dent, ' 27-’28; S’thlete, ’26-28, President, ’27- ’28 ; Baseball, ’26-’28 ; Football, ’26-’27, Captain, ’26- ' 27 ; Basketball, Manager, ’27-’28. “Ted” is usually known as that good looking Frederick boy. In his studies he does very well, considering the amount ..f tine lie s, ends in preparation and thinking of blondes. He is ex¬ tremely popular with both boys and gas. Here’s hoping he will make as big a hit in col¬ lege as he did in B. H. S. darotha fricke Home Economics : Home Economic Club, ’27, ’28: Nurses’ Club: French Club: Cashier of 210, ’26, ’27 ; Glee Club. Dorothy had a pleasing personality with which she has won many friends. She worked hard and deserves the good grades she made in her studies. We know that she will be success¬ ful in life. ELIZABETH FRIES Elizabeth’s sweet personality and quiet nature have won for her many friends. She is a true blue girl and never forgets, as many of us do, and becomes too gay or reckless; she can be depended on. We feel quite sure that she will make a success in life. 1928 The Echo Page 17 MILDRED FRIES General ; Basketball, ’24-’25 : Baseball, ’24- ’25; Volley Ball, ’24- ' 25 : Glee Club, ' 27 : Home Economic Club, ’2 l-’27 ; Nurses’ Club, ' 28. Mildred is one of those girls that for some particular reason you always see. The par¬ ticular reason is her black curly hair which is the admiration and despair of every girl in school. Watch out, Mildred, some day you may have a man’s heart entangled in those curls. HARLAND GRUBB Science: Orchestra, ’26-’28 ; Hi-Y, ’2G-28 ; Photography Club. ’27-’28 ; Glee Club, 27 ; Ath¬ letic Association, ’27- ' 28. Now we come to one of our science sharks. Boyden High has several of these but Harland is one of the most outstanding. Harland, we hope that some day it will fall your fortune to he the first person from the earth to reach Mars. PEARL GUTHRIE Science : Home Economic Club, ' 26. Pearl is one of the quiet girls in Boyden High. She is not as outstanding a student as some are, but whenever you want a dependable worker and a true friend, call on Pearl. HARRY GWIN General ; Athletic Association, ’24-’28 ; As¬ sistant Sport Editor of Echo, ’25-’27 ; Editor- in-Chief of Echo, ’28 ; Editor-in-Chief Annual, ’28; Baseball, ’2(1; Hi-Y, ’25- ' 2G. When the cry goes down the hall, Here comes Harry D. 1” everyone knows what to ex¬ pect. Harry is coming with his smiles and pleasant chatter. Never in all his high school career, no matter how blue everything else is. have we found the day when Harry was gloomy. , Good luck to you, Harry! Here s wishing you the best of everything as you go through life 1 MARY BETTY GWIN Latin ; Girl Reserves, ’25-’28 ; Dramatic Club, ’26- ' 28 ; Glee Club, ’28 ; Gypsy Rover, ’27 ; State Dramatic Play, ' 28; Senior Class Play, 28. Say the name again ! doesn’t it sound as though it belonged to a flapper ? It does! When Mary Betty was voted the biggest flirt in the senior class the only thing that could he said was that the seniors certainly had good judgment. However, that isn ' t the whole of Mary Betty’s career. Look at her dramatic record ! Page 18 The Echo 1928 LILLIAN GWYNN Latin Course ; Girl Reserves, ’23, ’27 ; Basket¬ ball, ’24-’26-’28 ; Carnival Queen, ’26 ; Vice president, Senior Class, ’28 ; Big Sister, ’28 ; Sec. Girls’ Glee Club. ’28 ; Letter Club, ’26. Here’s to “Plumpsy” the girl with pep and life! Whenever you want a lively time call on Plumpsy! But never forget Jimmy. Where there’s Plumpsy, there’s Jimmy” seems to be their motto. BAIN HARRELSON Science; Football, ’27, ’28; Baseball, ’27; S’thlete, ’27. Bain is one of the few big boys in Boyden High. Most of them seemed to run in small sizes but Bain is an exception. For some unknown reason, ever since Bain entered Boyden High he has been loath to leave it. At last however he is graduated. Good luck to you, Bain ! FLORA HARVIEL Science; Girls’ Council, ’26, ’27 ; Camera Club, ’28. Flora is another of Boyden’s High’s quiet girls. She makes excellent grades and always has a pleasant word or a sunny smile for every¬ one We’ll miss her lots next year but here’s hoping she makes a success of whatever she undertakes. JOHN HEGE General Now we have come to one of the real charac¬ ters of Boyden High. “Bud” Hege! What will we ever do without him ? The school won’t seem like the same old place without Bud” to tell the ladies how much he loves them. HELEN HOFFNER Home Economics; Baseball, ’23-’26 ; Basket¬ ball, ’23-’26 ; Athletic Association, ’23-’28 ; Home Economics Club, ’25-’28, Treasurer, ’25- ’28 ; Girl Reserves, ’23-’28 ; Tennis, ’23-’26 ; Secretary and Treasurer, ’27-’28. Altho’ Helen is little, she’s loud. If a merry laugh reaches your ear in a crowded hall, it be¬ longs to Runt”. If she did flunk a term of math, she was exempted the next term—thus we see in her determination to win. 1928 The Echo Page 19 HALMA HOUSHOUSER Science; Glee Club, ’27-’28 ; Camera Club, ’28, President, ’28. Halma the quiet, the studious, the depend¬ able ! She was so modest that only her closest friends knew her real self. But sooner or later, people will find out that while others dreamed she worked, that her quietness was a symbol of the dependability, and that charm without reserve lay in her irresitible eyes. MARY HOYLE Latin ; Girl Reserves, ’24-’28 ; Basketball, ’26- ’28 , Hockey, ,27 ; Home Economic Club, ’27 ; Debating Club, ’26-’27 ; Dramatic Club, ’26 ; Girls’ Athletic Association, ’24-’28, Vice-Presi¬ dent, ’27-’28 ; Girls’ Council, ’26 ; General Ath¬ letic Association, ’26-’27 ; Baseball, ’28 ; Glee Club, ’27-’28. Mary’s high school career has a varied selec¬ tion of activities. She is a good baseball play¬ er, as well as a good newspaper reporter. Few have been as valuable to the Echo as Mary. She has been a success as a Big Sister, and Girl Reserve member, and also has the reputa¬ tion of being an excellent basketball player, and hiker. JAMES HUDSON Latin, Eli-Y, ’25-’28 ; Vice-President Honor Society, ’27 ; Debating Club, ’25-’28 ; Debating Team, ’28 ; Vice-President, Debating Club. ’26- ’27 ; Vice President, Home Room. ’26-’27 ; Golf Club, ’28 ; Prophet Senior Class; Chairman Constitution Committee of Senior Class ; Na¬ tional Honor Society, ’28. “Jim has made a name for himself among his fellow students as a debater. In his junior year he gained a big step by being elected as a member of the National Honor Society. He has a brilliant record of scholarship, leadership, character, and service and really deserves this honor. Truly, the ability to make friends be¬ longs to him. JOHN HENRY ISENHOUR Science; Orchestra, ’26-’28 ; Track Team. ’27- ’28 ; Hi-Y President, ’27 ; Student Council ’27- 28 ; Radio Club, ’25 ; Dramatic Club, ’27-’28 ; Athletic Association. ’27-28 ; Chairman Execu¬ tive Committee Students’ Handbook, ’28 ; Na¬ tional Honor Society, ’28. His large eyes and gentle smile make him a favorite. He is a good actor especially as a “usual boy.’’ Mathematics is his best study. John is a master of his violin and his manners make him a true southerner. LUCILLE JULIAN Science; Girl Reserves, ’24-’25,-’26-’27 ; Dra¬ matic Club, ’27 ; Glee Club, ’26-’28 ; Photo¬ graphic Club, ’28. Lucille is one of the few blondes in the class. She is good in her studies and is always ready for fun. Lucille evidently likes high school since she has been here six years. Her many friends wish her luck ! Page 20 The Echo 1928 ANNIE MARIE KESLER Latin ; Varsity Basketball, ’27-’28 ; Class Baseball, ’24-’27 ; Class Volley Ball, ’26-’27 ; Girls’ Glee Club, ’28 : Girl Reserves, ’24-’28 ; Dramatic Club, ’27- 2S ; Debating Club, ’26 ; President Athletic Association, ’27 ; Girls’ Ivionogram Club, ’25- ' 28 ; Latin Club, ’26 ; Class Basketball, ’24-’26 ; Tennis Club, ’26-’27 ; Sport Editor Echo, ’28 ; Big Sister, ’28. “Monk” is another of these “live wires”, so full of herself that you never know when she is going to shock you. She has been a real as¬ set to the basketball team for three years, has taken an active part in the Girls’ Club, and has proven to be an excellent Big Sister. In a word, she’s an all ’round sport. NOVICE KESLER Latin ; Girl Reserves, ’24-’28 ; Dramatic Club, ’27 ; Latin Club, ’27 ; French Club, ’28 ; Secre¬ tary Home Room, ’27 ; Nurses’ Club, ’27-’28, Vice-President, 28 ; Big Sister. ’28 ; Class Volley Ball, ’26 ; Class Basketball, ’26 ; Glee Club, ’26- ’28 ; Athletic Association, ’24-’28. Novice shows her worth in action. She is es¬ pecially to be commended on her standard as an all ’round student. She is a Big Sister to be proud of, and a Girl Reserve member well worth having. She is one of those brunettes that make a gentleman change his mind. RALPH E. KESLER Science; Football, ’27 ; Basketball, ’26, ’27, ' 28 ; Baseball, ’25, ’26, ’28; S’thlete Club, ’26, ’27, ’28 ; Athletic Association, ’24, ’25, ’26, ’27, ’28. Ralph Kesler, (better known as “Pos”) has also made his debut as an athletic star. He earned his title of the “Flaming Youth” on the football field, and was also star forward on the basketball team. Certainly no one else could boast of a more colorful athletic career than “Pos.” RUTH KESLER Science; Athletic Association, ’25-’28 ; Girl Reserves, ’24 ; French Club, ’27-’28 ; Class Vol¬ ley Ball, ’27 ; Class Baseball, ’27-’28. Ruth would try anything once and if she couldn’t do it, there would be few who could. She’s a quiet, modest little thing, and seldom gets mad,—but when she does get angry—every red hair in her head stands for “fight.” If it’s pep you want, call on Ruth. BEN KENERLY Science. The fact that Ben takes life easy and thinks lots of having that good “ole” time, doesn’t keep him from passing his work. Ben is one of our “shieks” and he has a great ring of friends. By his long stay at Boyden High, we see that he loves high school and is willing to stick to the end. We know he is sure to win in life. 1928 The Echo Page 21 RAGLAND KIRCHIN Football. ’27-’28 ; Basketball, ’27-’28 ; Base¬ ball, ’27-’28 ; Circulation Manager, Echo, ’27- ’28; S’thlete Club Treasurer; Dramatic Club, ’27-’28 ; Glee Club, ’27-’28. “Rag” is the best all-round boy in the senior class. He is all for athletics and when it comes to football, basketball, baseball he’s right there. He is good in other things too. He had the lead in the senior class play and in the majority of the plays given by the Dramatic Club. “Rag’s” good in everything—that’s why we like him so. HATTIE KIRK Home Economics Club, ’27-’28 ; French Club, ’28 ; Glee Club, ’28 ; Nurses’ Club, ’28. Hattie or “Dolly” as she is more familiarly known, has a quiet, gentle, and pleasing dispo¬ sition. She will do anything to help a friend. Here’s to you Dolly, a good sport and a true friend ! JAMES H. KRIDER, Jr. Latin ; Hi-Y, ’25-’28, Secretary, ’26-’27 : Foot¬ ball, ’26-’28 ; Advertising Manager, Echo, ’27- ’28 ; President of Class, ’28. “Jim” is one of the best liked boys in the senior class. We all admire him for his deter¬ mination and executive ability. “Jim” is a sincere friend and is always ready to do all he can for you. His ever-ready smile will be greatly missed. MARGIE KLUTTZ General ; Girl Reserves, ’23-’24 ; Athletic As¬ sociation, ’26-’28 ; Girls’ Council, ’25 ; Glee Club, ’25 ; School News Reporter for Post, ’28. Marjory is one of the most valuable mem¬ bers of the journalism class. Many are the afternoons she spends helping write up late news stories that are neglected by others. She enters everything with vim. determination, and cheerfulness, which are her outstanding traits. She is headed for the trail of a happy and use¬ ful future. PAULINE LINN Science ; Home Economics Club, ’26. If it’s the hard and conscientious worker you search for, here she is. By her cheerful man¬ ner and her Oldsmobile, many a heart is cheer¬ ed on a hot summer day. Pauline, we hate to lose you ! Page 22 The Echo 1928 AVIS LITTLE Latin ; National Honor Society, ’28 ; Class Basketball, ’27-’28 ; Class Poet, ’28; Girl Re¬ serves, ’24-’28 ; Dramatic Club, ’27-’28 ; Orches¬ tra, ’24-’28 ; Latin Club, ’26-’28 ; Big Sister, ’28 ; Glee Club, ’27 ; Tennis Club, ’26-’27. Gentlemen and ladies both prefer blondes. Avis is a general favorite among the members of the class. She is gifted with a charming personality and an everlasting flow of poetic phrases. The Echo is fortunate in having such talent among the seniors. BERNICE LYERLY Latin ; Glee Club, ’24-’25 ; Class Volley Ball, ’24-’25 ; Class Baseball, ’25-’26 ; Big Sister, ’28. Bernice, one of our new comers, is one of the most law abiding seniors in the class. Her gentle manners cause her to be liked by every¬ one with whom she comes in contact. She is quiet and studious but always ready for fun. MABEL MARSH Latin ; Girl Reserves, ’24-’28 ; Girls’ Council, ’26-’27, President, ’26-’27 ; Home Economics Club; ’26-’28 ; French Club, ’27-’28 ; Marshal, ’27 ; Athletic Association, ’24-’28 ; Big Sister, ’28. Mabel truly upholds the dignity of the senior class. Everybody likes her because of her winsome personality. Mabel’s report card also shows splendid grades. She belongs to most of the outstanding clubs of Boyden. We hear that she is getting quite a rush from the owner of a Chrysler roadster. MARGARET MARSH Latin ; Girl Reserves, ’24-’28 ; Athletic As¬ sociation, ’24-’28 ; Dramatic Club, ’27-’28 ; Na¬ tional Honor Society, ’27-’28 ; Treasurer, ’28 ; Big Sister, ’27-’28 ; Debating Society, ’27-’28 ; French Club, 28 ; Latin Club, ’27 ; Glee Club, ’28 ; Girls’ Council, ’26. “The most precious goods often come wrap¬ ped in the smallest packages.” It doesn’t take long for Margaret to change from a solemn thinker to a laughing joker. Margaret is one who takes life easy, and is always ready to have a good time. She has a pleasing way about her that has won her many friends throughout the school. VERONA MASSEY Science; Athletic Association, ’25-’28 ; Girl Reserves, ’27-’28 ; Big Sister, ’28 ; Manager Class Basketball, ’28 ; Class Volley Ball, ’27 ; Manager Class Baseball, ’27. Verona is the wittiest girl in the senior class. She is always ready to tell or hear a good joke. Her many friends think that there is no one like Verona. She is good in her studies and in her club work. Every one likes her. 1928 The Echo Page 23 GEHRETTE McCUBBINS Latin ; Girl Reserves, ’25-’26 ; Debating Club, ’27-’28 ; Athletic Association, ’25-’28 ; Adver¬ tising Manager, Annual, ’28 ; French Club, ’26- ’27. The youngest member of the senior class is as wise as the oldest. Gehrette is not only smart, but she is very popular, having numer¬ ous “crushes”. It seems she fell hard on the Washington trip. Any way a Lexington car is often seen sitting in front of 1013 North Main Street. We wonder why. IRMA McCURDY Latin ; Girl Reserves, ’24-’28, Secretary, ’24- ’25 ; Debating Club, ’27-’28 ; Big Sister, ’27-’28. Although Irma is very quiet, she is good in her studies, and in music. She is one of the hardest workers in the senior class. Irma is good natured, even tempered, and is a likeable girl. All these things make her a dependable and trust worthy friend. EARLE MILLER Science; Wrestling Team, ’24-’25 ; Orchestra, ’25 ; Dramatic Club, ’25-’27 ; Lighting Director, (Dramatic Club), ’26; Athletic Association, ’24-’28. “Beak” is one of our oldest members.He has almost won the title of “The Perpetual Senior”. Beak takes life easy—no worry at all. That must be his route to the fountain of youth. We often wonder if he has a monopoly on the cornerstone in front of Main Drug Store. WILLIAM MILLER Science; Basketball, ’27; Football ’27, Baseball, ’28 ; Athletic Association, ’24-28. “Bill” is not a lady’s man but he is good in athletics—baseball and football being his fav¬ orite sports. “Bill” is one of the quiet boys in the class but that does not keep him from making good in science. He will not need a typist when he becomes a busines man because he has both speed and accuracy himself. MILDRED MISENHEIMER Latin ; Girl Reserves, ’24-’28, Treasurer, ’27- ’28 ; French Club, ’26-’28 ; Nurses’ Club, ’28 ; Athletic Association, ’26-’28 ; Big Sister, ’27-’28. Quietness personified ! Mildred is known by her ability to take in knowledge where others have given up. Her words are few and rare, but when she speaks, everybody listens. Mild¬ red is a mixture of soberness and gayety. She is a jolly good fellow to have for a friend. Page 24 The Echo 1928 ZEDA MORGAN General ; Most Studious, ’28. Zeda is a quiet student and rarely has any¬ thing to say. However it is worth one’s while to look at her report card. This shows she has a good record. Zeda was voted the hardest worker of the class. By her determination, she will win a name in the world. LESTER MORGAN Science; Football, ’25-’26-’27-’28. Lester and his car are two of the standbys of Boyden High. Altho’ not as brilliant as some when it comes to books, Lester rates high among the students. Not only the students but the football team will miss him next year. ALFRED MOWERY Science ; Football, ’25-’26-’27-’28. Alfred looks so much like Baxter that we sometimes don’t know which is which. He is a good athlete especially in football. History is Alfred ' s favorite study and he makes good in it. He is a good all-round student and is liked by everyone. Although he is quiet he makes many friends and keeps them. BAXTER MOWERY Science; Freshman Football, ’23 ; Hi-Y, ’23- ’25 ; Athletic Association, ’24-’28 ; S’thlete Club, ’27-’2S ; Varsity Football, ’26-’27. “Bax” was one of our best football players. When basketball came along he helped keep the players on that team cheered up. Because he is a good sport and always ready for a good time everybody likes him. HAROLD MYERS General ; Dramatic Club, ’27-’28 ; Basketball Squad, ’26-’28 ; Declaimer, ’27-’28 ; Dramatic Club Play, “Seventeen” ; Gypsy Rover, ’27 ; Senior Class Play, ’28. Our “Prince Charming” is a fine actor, but evidently something has happened since mid¬ term that gives him that dreamy look. Maybe it’s because Martha left. Harold is a general favorite of the senior class, and an important figure in dramatics. 1928 The Echo Page 25 OSCAR MYERS Science; Declamation Contest ’27. Oscar is one of these dependable people who are really the backbone of Boyden High. This trait will bring him much success in life if he continues to develop it. INEZ OWEN General ; Girls’ Athletic Association, ’23- ' 28 ; Glee Club, ’27- ' 28 ; Orchestra, ’27-’28 ; Girl Re¬ serves, ' 26 ; Dramatic Association, ’27-’28. Nez”, as s he is known by her friends (and she has lots of them), is little but her dramatic ability covers it all. She has great ambitions to become either a famous actress or a prima donna because she has some talent behind her vocal cords, Nez” is the cutest girl in the senior class. BEATRICE PARKER Science; Dramatic Club ’25-’26; Photogra¬ pher’s Club ’20 ; Home Economics Club ’27-’28 : Athletic Association ' 26, ’27, ’28 ; Glee Club ’28. “Bee” is a combination of seriousness and mischief. When serious, she never lacks for courage to back her convictions ; when play¬ ing, she is original and entertaining. Beatrice has many friends and enters into everything with an enviable whole-heartedness and rare good humor. We wish you luck in anything you try to do. MARGARET PATRICK Science; Girl Reserves, ’2G, ’28 ; Dramatic Club, 27, ’28 Athletic Association, ’26, ’28 : As¬ sistant Cheer Leader, ’28 ; Photographer’s Club. “Pat is one of the most liked girls in our senior class. She is always full of “pep an _d enthusiasm. When you need help, “Pat” is really a friend in need. She’s a good sport, a good student, a real girl. As to her future, we know that even tho’ she is now leaving a great many friends, she will always find others wherever she goes. FRANK PEELER Science; Glee Club, ' 28; Hi-Y, ’28; Chairman of 218, ' 28; Athletic Association, ’23, ’28; Class Statistican, ’28 ; Football, ' 27, ’28 ; Basketball, ' 28 ; Track, ’28. Frank is a true humorist. He is always sure to make some remark on class which greatly delights the other members. He is very popu¬ lar with the ladies ; in fact he is quite a heart- breaker. He has made a record to be proud of on the footba ll team. What a pity he centers his attentions on a Catawba girl. Piigc 26 The Echo 1928 SADIE PEELER Science; Home Economic Club, ’26 ; Chair¬ man of 211, ’27. Sadie is a very capable girl. She has a pleasing personality and tends strictly to her own business. If she weren’t so quiet most of us could know her a little better. DOROTHY PORTER Latin; Girl Reserves, ’24-’28 ; (Vice-Pres) ; French Club, ’27, ’28 ; President Home Eco¬ nomics Club, ’27, ’28 ; Marshal, ’27 ; Big Sister, ’28. Dot” is one of the sweetest girls in the se¬ nior class. Her personality is charming and she is loved by all her classmates, especially J. C. She is a Big Sister and a loyal Girl Re¬ serve worker. A brilliant future is in store for her. EARLINE PUTT Basketball, 4 years, (Cap. ’27-’28) ; Baseball, 3 years; Tennis, 1 year; Sec. and Treas., Ath¬ letic Association ; Member Athletic Association ; Dramatic Club, 2 years ; Girl Reserves, 4 yrs. Curly” is our champion basketball player. Captain Putt has led the team through this season, during which they went undefeated, and she’s the best athlete in the senior class. Curly” takes a deep interest in other things too. She belongs to a number of clubs of which she is an active member. She is popular with everyone, students and faculty. FRANCES RAMSEY Latin Course; Athletic Association, ’26-27. Although Frances is late to school sometimes, she is a good old sport. She is noted for her cute ways and good looking clothes. We can see success for you in the near future, Frances. JOHN RAMSAY Science; Hi-Y, ’27, ’28 ; Vice President and President of Photography Club, ’27, ’28 ; Radio Club, ’25, ’26, ’27, President, ’27 and ’28 ; Ath¬ letic Association, ’27, ’28 ; Orchestra, ’25, ’26, ’27, ’28 ; Glee Club, ’27. John’s greatest charm is hid in his fingers. At his touch a violin is forced to speak, to thrill like a bird. He has also played the flute in the city orchestra. John has many other accomplishments, which any boy should be proud of. 1928 The Echo Page 27 MARY FRANKLIN ROBINSON Latin: Mary Franklin is one of our midterm gradu¬ ates. With a little more effort put forth on her part, “Frank” could have been brilliant. She has made an excellent helper in the library, too. There is a bright future in the business world for you, “Frank”, and we hope you suc¬ ceed. EDWARD ROSEMAN Latin : Latin Club ’27 : French Club ’28; Athletic Association ’26, ' 27, ’28 ; Manager Echo Annual ’28. “Ed is oftimes known as Big Ed” because of his enormous amount if avoirdupois, but that’s not all. Ed is managing editor of the annual and is a good one. He is a hard worker and has done much for the school. Everybody likes Ed’s genial personality : he is one of the proofs that fat people are jolly. HARVEY ROSEMAN Latin : Hi-Y ’26, ' 27. ’28 ; Football ’28 ; Track ’27 ; Glee Club ’28 ; Chairman 217 ' 27. Harvey thinks a great deal but says little. By his many pensive moods and constant con¬ versations with a certain freshman in 102 we think he’s desperately in love. We can’t hold that against you though, big boy. We hate to lose you, because you add lots to the morals of the school. Good luck ! HAZEL ROSEMAN Latin ; Latin Club ’27 : French Club ( Secre¬ tary and Treasurer) ' 27, ’28: Girl Reserves ' 25- ’28: Nurses’ Club (President) ’28: Big Sister: Athletic Association; Girls’ Athletic Associa¬ tion. Those soft eyes will make a vamp out of Hazel yet, but she will still retain her ability to make friends and to keep them. Hazel has made a good scholastic record and she leaves us with our wishes for a bright and happy fu¬ ture. MARGARET ROSEMAN Latin ; Latin Club ’27 : Girls’ Athletic Asso¬ ciation ’27 : French Club ' 28 ; Nurses’ Club ’28 ; Big Sister ’28 : Exchange Editor “Echo” ' 28. Margaret has been with us only three years: that has been our loss. She seems to find time o take part in various school activities and still fill her report card with high grades. We only wish that she had been with us the entire four years as she could have lifted many more bur¬ dens from our shoulders. Page 28 The Echo 1928 ADDIE RUFTY Home Economics ; Home Economics Club, ’26, ’27 ; Athletic Association, ’26, ’27. Addie does not have much to say but when she opens her mouth everyone listens for she is sure to say something worth while. She takes an active interest in all the really import¬ ant phases of school life. We are sure Addie will make a success of her life. GLADYS RUSSELL General ; Girl Reserves, ’23, ’28 ; Chairman of Social Committee, ’23 ; President of Girl Reserves, ’24, ’25, Vice-President, ’27 ; Dra¬ matic Club, ’26, ’28 ; Big Sister, ’28 ; Athletic Association, ’26-’28. Here is a girl who is always smiling and who is always willing to help a friend in time of trouble. Gladys’s irregular attendance at school is the only thing that kept her from being one of the most scholastic members of our class. WILLIAM SHOAF Latin ; Hi-Y, ’26, ’27 ; Dramatic Club, ’25-’28 ; Radio Club, ’26-’27 ; Glee Club, ’28 ; Chief Mar¬ shal, ’27 ; President Student Organization, ’28 ; Member High School Orchestra, ’28. Faith, and is it some “leadershiping” you want done? If it is, Bill is the man to do it! He proved this by his ability as President of the Student Participation, but besides all that. Bill is a boy that everyone is glad to know ! HAROLD SHUPING Science; Basketball, ’28; Midget Football, ’28 ; Baseball. ’27, ’28. What would 215 have done without Harold to laugh at the pranks of those in the class who coud not sit as quietly as he. Harold is always willing to learn and the teachers were glad to accommodate him as he managed to retain whatever they put into his head. ALICE SMITH Latin ; Girl Reserves, ’24-’28, Treasurer, ’25, Secretary, ’26 ; Athletic Association, ’27, ’28 ; Historian, ’28 ; Big Sister, ’28 ; Volley Ball, ’25, ’26. As one of the smartest members of our class, Alice took her honors very modestly. She prov¬ ed beyond a doubt that red hair does not cover in empty head and that intellectual superiority does not suppress sunshine in school life. Suc¬ cess to you! 1928 The Echo Page 29 MILDRED SMITH Latin ; Girl Reserves, ’25-’28 ; Dramatic Club, ’28; Athletic Association; Glee Club. Mildred is altogether too interested in one of the lowly sophomores to live up to the dignity of a “senior” but this does not prevent her from being liked by everyone. She has a blush that is the envy of many of the girls. We wish you luck and happiness ! ALEX SMOOT Latin ; Hi-Y ’25 ; Radio Club, ’26 ; Orchestra, ’24-’28 ; Photographers’ Club, ’26, ’27 ; Athletic Association ; Won Violin Solo at Charlotte, ’28. Playing the fiddle or making up to the ladies is all the same to “Alex.” He is small in statue but his broad smile overcomes any defi¬ ciencies in size. Whether he becomes a scien¬ tist or thrills the multitudes with his violin, we predict success for Alex. ARNOLD SNIDER Latin ; Hi-Y, ’25-’28, President ’28 ; Latin Club ; Football, ’26 ; Tennis Team, ’28. The school will not seem the same without Arnold and his dignified mien that did so much towards upholding the dignity of the senior class. Arnold seems to be unusually fortunate finding favor in the girls’ eyes but this seems only to add to his popularity with the boys. JACK SNYDER Latin ; Hi-Y, ’25-’26. “In the spring a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of ‘Spencer’.” All the girls look with favor on Jack and he is truly a “ladies man.” Jack has the happy faculty of being the kind of boy that makes a steadfast friend and this makes up for any lack of atten¬ tion to studies. CARSON TATUM Latin ; Hi-Y, ’25, ’26, ’27, ’28 ; Debating So¬ ciety, ’25, ’26, ’27 ; Latin Club, ’25, ’26 ; Dra¬ matic Society, ’25, ’26, ’27, ’28; Glee Club, ’27, ’28 ; Gypsy Rover, ’27 ; Seventeen, ’27 ; Athletic Association, ’26, ’27, ’28; Manager Golf Team, ’28. “A good sport” should be inscribed on Car¬ son’s tombstone. He enters heartily into any school activity, and his foes are very few and wide apart. We are very sorry to lose Carson, but we know some college will be glad to gain him. Page .5 0 The Echo 1928 JOSEY THOMASON Science ; Home Economics Club ’26, ’27 ; Dra¬ matic Club ’27, ’28 ; Secretary and Treasurer of 218 ’28. Quietness is a virtue, and it is much to Josie’s credit that she realizes this. Josie is always ready to help a friend in need and to applaud a friend’s triumphs. These traits, to¬ gether with her good grades in school, will carry her far in this life. FRANCES THOMPSON Latin; Girl Reserves ’24-’28, (Vice President ’28); Athletic Association; Senior Dramatics ’28; National Honor Society ’27-’28, (President ’28); Big Sister ’28; Student Organization (Sec’t. ’28); French Club ’27; Chairman of Home Room ’28 ; Marshal ’27 ; Glee Club ’28. Cleopatra missed a very powerful rival in beauty by dying before Frances entered this world. Beauty is not Frances’s only trait, how¬ ever, for she has endeared herself to both the faculty and the students by some strange abil¬ ity. Life will be good to Frances with suitors plentifully sprinkled over the route. CARL TREXLER Science; Athletic Association ’25-’28 ; Track ’27, ’28 ; Midget Football and Basketball ’28 ; Radio Club ’28. Carl is one of the small members of the class but he seems to increase considerably in size, when he starts performing on the track. He can beat many a taller boy in getting over the high jump. Carl’s argumentative chatter will be missed next year. J. C. TREXLER (Science; “Looks like rain’’—Track, ’26 ; Gypsy Rover; Secretary Jr. Class; Chief Cheer Leader, ’28. “When I open my lips, let no dog bark”, J. C. is always willing to argue with anyone about anything, but when he can’t argue, he is ready to help in any worth-while activity. His work as cheer leader has been appreciated very much. We are sure he will be very popular wherever he goes. HELEN TYREE Latin ; Girl Reserves ’24-’28 ; President of Girl Reserves in ’28 ; Dramatic Club ’26 ; Ath¬ letic Association ’24-’28 ; Class Basketball ’28 ; Basketball ’28 ; Big Sister ’28 ; Volley Ball ’24-’28. To know her is to like her ; practically all of the students know her. Her cheery smile has thrown sunshine into many a dreary class room and no greater act can be asked of anyone. Her interest and ability in the class room have gained the good graces of the faculty and they join with the students in wishing her great success. 1928 The Echo Page 31 JOSIE WALTON Latin : Girl Reserves, ’25, ’26, ’27, ’28 ; Big Sister, ’28 ; Dramatic Club, ’27, ’28 ; Class Basketball, ’26 : Class Volley Ball, ’26 ; Glee Club, ’26, ’28 ; Latin Club, ’27 ; Athletic Asso¬ ciation, ’28 ; National Honor Society, ’28. Josie’s report card is the true index of her character. Good grades show her to be a hard working and earnest student while her extra credits show that she has journeyed into fields of school life besides the purely scholastic ac¬ tivities. Josie does not talk much but her ac¬ tions speak louder than words. EMILY WEBB Home Economics ; Girl Reserves, ’24, ’27, ’28 ; Dramatic Club, ’27, ’28 ; Treasurer Dramatic Club. ’28 ; Glee Club ; National Honor Society, ’27, ’28 ; Secretary National Honor Society ; Home Economic Club ; President Girl Reserves, ’24 ; Big Sister, ’28 ; Lead in “Gypsy Rover.” “Tootsie’s” heart flits hither and yonder but it cannot seem to find a resting place. Numer¬ ous suitors woo her but she seems to be im¬ mune. Besides being an all around good sport, Emily is a warbler of no mean ability. Here’s hoping you may sway the multitudes with your vocal calisthenics, “Emilee.” EVELYN WELLMAN Science; Girl Reserves, ’24, ’25, ’26; Baseball. ’24. ’25, ’26, ’27, Captain, ’26 ; Basketball, ’25, ’26, ' 27. Manager. ’28; Dramatic Club, ’26, ’27, President, ’28, Property Manager, ’27, ’28 ; Chero Club, ’27, ’28 ; Girls’ Athletic Associa¬ tion, ’25-’28 ; General Athletic Association, ’26- ’28; Junior Tennis Team, ’25, ’26; Class Basket¬ ball. ’25, ’26. “EB.” leaves behind her an athletic record that few can surpass and her work as an all- around student compares well with her athletic ability. She can keep the library in order or win a game on the basketball court with same ease. We all hope “EB” will continue her good work in college. ELIZABETH WILLIS Latin ; Orchestra. ’24-’28 ; Girl Reserves ; Secretary of Senior Class ; Home Room Secre¬ tary, ’28 ; First place in Music Contest at Greensboro, ’27 ; First place in music contest at Charlotte, ’28. Pianos will talk some for many people but Elizabeth makes them give an oration. Salis¬ bury is proud of Elizabeth’s record at the musical contests and all the students remem¬ ber with pleasure the occasions when she sav¬ ed the day for the singing of the student body. How will the students carry a tune without you, Elizabeth ? IDA LEE ZUM BRUNNEN Latin : Orchestra, ’24, ’25. ’27 ; Girl Re¬ serves, ’25, ’26, ’27 : Volley Ball, ’26 ; Hockey, ' 26, ’27 ; Basketball, ’27 ; Debating ’27 ; Big Sister. ’28. Ida Lee prefers to be seen rather than to be heard but to know her is to realize that she is a true and trustworthy friend. Ida Lee cannot be accused of studying too much but no part of the school activity is too small for her to notice and to take part in. Page 3 2 The Echo 1928 Class History As I was working with my radio one day I thought I would put into practice a theory that I had heard much about. The theory was that nothing is ever lost, that sounds made long ago can be recalled by a certain new instrument to be attached to the radio. Since I had nothing else to do I screwed the instrument on. To my surprise it began to talk! This is what it said: Salisbury High School broadcasting. Sept. 8, 1924: 203 very excited boys and girls entered high school for the first time. There was much doubt over which course they should take, Latin or Science. In the end they were pretty evenly divided. They spent a happy year as freshmen. Even though they were introduced to the horrors of examinations, only a few dropped by the wayside. Sept. 1925: This same class, the class of ’28, returned to school in the fall to resume their studies as sophomores. Work was being done on a new high school and everyone was living on the hope of entering it. Before the Christmas holidays it was announced that the students would move into the new building at the beginning of the second term. For once the students were anxious for Christmas holidays to pass. February, 1926! This was indeed a great month for Boyden High School, for that was the name of the new school. The class of ’2 8 found a very different kind of school life in the new building. A general course was added to the other two. Improvements were made so that classes could be held in: home economics, physical education, and commercial work, including typewriting, shorthand, and business arithmetic. Science work could also be done in the new laboratories. The class of ’2 8, received the first issue of the new school paper the same year. The publishing of a bi-monthly paper instead of a quarterly magazine called for a jour¬ nalism class, which, since that time, has done much to improve the school paper. Their sophomore year also witnessed the organization of the honor society. Miss Wharton, as faculty advisor, did much to help the school get a chapter in the National Honor Society. It has raised the standard of the school higher and has given the student body an ideal to strive for. Sept. 1926: Those sophomores have now become juniors. They are growing more like seniors all the time, and are beginning to find out the responsibility that is placed on seniors. In their junior year the movement for student participation began. This is prob¬ ably the greatest thing the class of ’28 has helped to promote. Commencement 1927: At this commencement the class of ’28 began to realize that it would not be long before they, too, would be leaving the school which had grown dear to them. 1928 The Echo Page 33 Sept. 1927: Seniors! That class felt dignified! But they were soon to find out that it takes more than dignity to pass senior work. They found that the senior class carries a great part of the school burdens. To lead them in their tasks they chose as of¬ ficers: James Krider, president; Lillian Gwynn, vice-president; Elizabeth Willis, secre¬ tary; and Walter Deal, treasurer. Oct. 27, 1928: Upon the senior class, as well as upon the whole school fell the greatest tragedy that has ever come to Boyden High School. Every one felt a genuine loss at the death of Mr. John, their well loved principal and friend. His place can never be filled in their hearts. The work he laid down was taken up and ably carried on by Mr. Phillips to whom the class owe their deepest appreciation for what he has done to make their last year in high school a pleasant and profitable one. Christmas eve, 1927: Class pins arrived just in time for Christmas. This was the first class to graduate with B. H. S. on their pins. This pin has been made the standard pin of the school. When alumni meet out in life they will know by their pins, even though faces are not familiar, that they belong to the great family of Boyden High. Rotating colors also were adopted by the school. The senior class colors go to the next freshman class, etc. The colors are, beginning with the seniors: green and white, blue and white, yellow and white, and lavendar and white. March 3 0, 1928: The regular triangular debate was held again. The negative from Salisbury, composed of Rachel Busby and Francis Murdoch defeated Asheville while the affirmative, James Hudson and Isabel Camp lost to Asheville, in Salisbury. March 9, 1928: The Salisbury girls won the Basket ball championship title for the fourth year. They have been undefeated during ’27 and ’28. The class of ’28 is proud to contain a girl, Earline Putt, who has played on the varsity basket ball team during all her four years in high school. The boys have also made great headway in athletics, win¬ ning six out of nine football games. In memory of Mr. John, the class of ’27 together with the student body, including the class of ’2 8, decided to have an oil portrait made of Mr. John. It is now hanging in the auditorium. May 4: The Junior-Senior banquet was held in Boyden High School. Every one enjoyed the evening thoroughly. The seniors will always carry the memory of it with them. As the time for Commencement approaches the seniors have a queer little feeling of regret down in their hearts mixed with the thought that they are going on to greater ad¬ ventures on the great stage called Life.” Their greatest regret, as they leave Boyden High, is that they haven’t Mr. John to speed them on their way.” With these words the radio stopped and 1 knew that it had brought back to me my four years in high school. Page 34 The Echo 1928 Statistics Whew!, the feeling that I had when the day came for the election of the class day of¬ ficers. Knowing that I was a candidate for the class statistician I knew what I was up against. Later when it was announced that I was elected I set out to try to obtain the statistics as best I could. It seemed as though some of the students were a little shy or bashful, judging by the results I received from a brief questionaire. Others seemed to think it was not in my place to find out the number of sweethearts they had, and that it was none of my busi¬ ness how many dresses they owned. However, from the results I did receive, I found that the average number of sweethearts for each senior is six. Next I found that the total pull of gravity for the class is 14,490 pounds or 7 tons and 490 pounds; the average for each senior is 138 pounds. The average age is sixteen years. In finding the color of hair, I discovered that the class includes sixty-two with brown hair, thirty-five with black, and six with yellow, while the brightest of the class are Pos” and Ruth Kesler.. Blue eyes seem to predominate. We have fifty-one with blue eyes, thirty-eight with brown, seven with gray, and nine with green eyes. The length of arms is astounding; it stretches far and wide with a total of 2,73 0 inches, an average of 26 inches for each senior. The total height is 6,82 3 inches or an average of five feet and six inches each. The size of shoes is about the average for any ordinary human. If it were not for James Casper, C. V. Barkley, and Gordon Earle, probably the average size would have fallen short of eight and one half. The girls’ size is number four. The class must be very wealthy. From the reports, we find that six students come to school in Fords, five in Chevrolets, four in Dodges, three on the bus, one each in a Maxwell, Willys-Knight, Nash, Chrysler, Overland, and three on the street car. The senior class will leave many places on the athletic teams for others to fill. We have four three-letter men and five two-letter men leaving. The girls also have won many letters and stars; from indications it will be a hard job for others to take their places and fill them as capably as the out-going girls have. This shows that the senior class did take an interest in athletics. The class is well dressed, the girls having limited themselves to an average of four¬ teen dresses, while the boys have an average of three suits. Twenty-four are graduating under the science course, forty-nine under the Latin course, sixteen under the general course, and sixteen under the home-economics course. Nearly all of the graduates were in school only four years, a few five years, and nine for six years. The reason for this last group is not that we were dumb, but that we hated to leave our dear old Salisbury High. Frank Peeler. 1928 The Echo Page 3 5 Class Song (Tune: N. C. C. W. College Song.) Our high school days will soon be past, The end is drawing near, From teachers, friends we soon must part, And scenes we love so dear. For Boyden High we’ll ever hold, For comrades good and true, For teachers whom we all revere A memory dear of you. Within her walls with work and play Four years have quickly sped, Now leaving happy days behind Life’s high ways we must tread. And as we go we hold on high Her banner clear and bright, To be a beacon on our way, To guide our steps aright. Our paths may lead us far away Yet our thoughts will ever turn, And within our hearts a flame of love For our dear old school will burn. So we the class of twenty-eight, In love and loyalty, Will sing our parting song of praise Dear Boyden High to thee. —Margaret Marsh. WHO’S WHO IN HIGH SCHOOL Page 3 6 The Echo 1928 u X hO pH x« HO X J HO o 0-X DO on £z .-s D c S ' o o ■0 _o ' � ° Q J ° £ H — E •5 Z a be c !ii — - 3 O O X a Ed o y s ' a a M.S «s O 3 m be c l-s H; Fisher “Sal” Her “Dodge” Laughing To be different Get thin Happy Teacher “Lordy Gosh’ 1928 The Echo Page 37 O O X u on X o HH X X M o X on b x tH W S3 cod a zh £5 H r r, z , 2o HO S 0.0 O c 2 oZ o ,S jw | £ H O a I ' = ■£ i « o . o a c to CC U £ K I W ; H £ ! £ £ t- tt I bt ce — O, r, I E E: Oh | £ U s s c . sg e2? 0-0 -C E 0 C3 E-g O 3 C«x - s SI C Cl. ' 5 H U E € E o. 1 Page 3 8 The Echo 1928 £ast Will and Testament State of North Carolina, County of Rowan, City of Salisbury. To Whom it may sound reasonable:— SECTION 1. We, to the faculty of this most wonderful, intellectual institution, do in a generous mood give the following things:- 1. To our most esteemed superintendent, Mr. Guy B. Phillips, we give our hearty thanks and genuine appreciation for his tireless work since the tragic passing of our friend and principal, Mr. Frank B. John. 2. To Miss 1 Lucia B. Able we give the assurance that the on-coming seniors will have a lasting knowledge of history. 3. To the ever faithful, Miss Mabel Lippard we give three rousing cheers for her ability and perseverance in everything she attempts. 4. To Miss Wells and Mr. Gordon we leave the hope that they plan to stay a while as instructors in our institution of learning. 5. To Miss Julia Groves, our class adviser, we leave our love, and we hope that her knovdedge of mathematics will increase with each year. 6 . Miss Van Poole’s graduating Spanish class hands down their knowledge of Span¬ ish to the succeeding class with the hope that it will be improved-very much. 7. To Miss Mary Theresa Peacock we give much sympathy, if the rising juniors talk as much in the library as we did. SECTION 2. To certain under class men, mindful of the fact that they are of in¬ ferior intellect we do hereby will and bequeath the following, that they may improve thereby: 1. Arnold Snider and C. V. Barkley leave their ability to dance to Norman Church and any other youngster so inclined. 2. Rachel Busby will gladly give her art of debating or arguing to any one that will have it. 3. To Gardner Fayssoux, Harry Gwynn gives his ability to write upside down. 4. Pos” Kesler will let Boheeg Saleeby have his athletic powers if he promises not to take off his helmet whenever he gets mad. 5. To Joe Green, Earl Miller leaves his practice of skipping classes. Earl hopes, however, that Joe will find better hiding places. 6. Ruby Dallinger, Walter Deal and Prue Choate leave their height and avoirdu¬ pois to Miss Morris. 7. Mable Marsh turns over to Jane Kluttz, her senior dignity, to be used with dis¬ cretion. 8. As the biggest flirts, Rag Kirchin and Mary Betty Gwin leave aforesaid talent to Francis Murdock and Tootie” Menius. 9. Pete Burke bestows his ability to study and pass work on the hard working Presi¬ dent of the Junior Class. 1928 - - The Echo - - Page 39 10. To Billy Cole is left Jim Krider’s guaranteed course in writing love notes. 11. To Lloyd Goodman is left the executive ability of Billy Shoaf. 12. To Dixsie Barfield, Chub” Thompson gladly leaves her chubbiness. 13. Tootsie” Webb leaves her ever present smile to Grace Sasseen. 14. To all posterity Milred Smith leaves a badly spoiled Sophomore. 15. Alex Smoot leaves his dainty shoes to Jim Sparks. If they don’t fit you can have them stretched at any shoe store, Jim. 16. To Allen Rouzer, Beef Roseman leaves his Lord Sedan. 17. The graduating members of the golf team leave their many cups and trophies to the high school janitors, on condition that they are kept in good order. 18. To Robert Bernhardt is left Carson Tatum’s experience with rumble seats in Buick Coupes. 19. Olney Brown leaves to his kid brother his mythical reputation of being cute. 20. Tom Fisher is willing to give his history note book to any one that can read it. 21. J. C. Trexler leaves his beautiful silver-toned laugh to Madrey Cooke. 22. Lucy Linn is the sole heir to Grace Brown’s success in falling for high school athletes. 23. The senior class has decided to reserve one whole walk in front of the school for Norman Church and Margaret Smith, during first dinner period. 24. Ted Frederick leaves to Bone Hamilton the ever improving foot ball record with the hope that it will continue to improve. 25. To Walter Cooke is left Frank Peeler’s internationally known method of mak¬ ing the women.” In conclusion, we, in pursuance of law, do designate and appoint as the executor of this, our last will and testament, our most trusted and faithful locker opener, Mr. R. L. Lentz, with the hope that he will most rigidly carry out these our last wishes of high school days. Signed: The Class of 1928. Gordon Earle, Lawyer. Page 40 The Echo 1928 ‘Poem £ There is a shadowy clock on the wall of Fate, There are magic hands that play Around the face of Father Time And tick the years away; But Time is swift and fleeting; silver chimes now ring, Sing while you may, comrades, and work while you sing.’’ There are rocky paths that must be followed; There are mountains that we must climb; There are chasms to be crossed To keep pace with steady Time; There are heights to be attained, treasures to be found. Victory’s laurels to be claimed, ’ere Time’s finger slips around. Fragrance and music may beguile us On our perilous dreamland way; But the phantom clock before us Will urge us day by day, To a hidden valley, where sleeps the dawn,— on into the fight Toward the thickest of the mist, into a starless night. But as the hours shorten, and shrink away, Into Eternity’s shrine. Can you look yourself in the face and say, I’ve used my precious time? I’ve watched the hands of Father Time as they slipped around his face; I’ve used my power, heart and hand, to truly win my place. —Avis Little. OSSKtfll 1928 The Echo Page 41 Class ' ' Prophesy H June 16, 1950. Cairo, Egypt. Dear Tom: I certainly did enjoy your wonderful concert last night over the television radio. It seemed as if you were right in the room instead of being on the other side of the world. Hearing Alex Smoot, Elizabeth Willis, and you seemed like old times and ended up a very pleasant week of seeing and hearing about the old class of ’28. It is mighty nice to be able to travel all over the world and see old friends again. I did not see all of them but I either read about them, or saw their places of business, or talked to them. You probably knew that our class has turned out many famous athletes. Just Wed¬ nesday I was reading about Chap Crawford and Arnold Snider winning the international doubles championship in tennis and Annie Marie Kesler women’s championship of the United States. C. V. Barkley has turned out to be another Bobby Jones and won the in¬ ternational open golf championship. Pretty good I think! Thursday I was in Washington and as I was going down the street I saw a sign on a large beautiful building: Krider’s Private Hospital.” Of course this attracted my attention so I went in. As I entered I saw James Casper and James Krider talking to¬ gether. I went over to speak to them. They seemed as surprised to see me as I was to see them. We talked awhile and then went out to walk around a bit. They told me that several of our class have come to Washington and set up a business as they have. Casper told me that Jim is about the best physician in that part of the country. Suddenly Krider said, Step in here.” I entered a pretty delicatessen shop and who should I see but Margaret Patrick, Dorothy Porter, Mabel Marsh, and Gehrette McCubbins behind the counters. Soon I learned that they are in partnership and are getting along nicely. They told me that Alma Brown is the librarian in the Congressional Library and also that Hazel Roseman, Esther Camp, Mary Daniels, and Helen Hoffner have a beauty parlor down the street several blocks. We were talking when the Jims said they had to leave, so I walked several blocks with them. Not wanting to stay at the hospital the rest of the day I decided to take in the New York-Washington game. When I had taken my seat it was yet too soon for the game to begin to I watched the pitchers warm up. Much to my amazement I noticed Olney Brown warming up for Washington and Harold Shuping for New York. Also I was surprised to see Harvey Roseman and Baxter Mowery out on the field catching balls. I did not get to talk to them but after the game I saw and talk¬ ed to Baxter, and he told me that Ralph Kesler is playing professional basketball; that Frank Peeler is on the U. S. Olympia Team; that Ted Baroodv is coaching track at U. N. C.; and that George Anderson is director of athletics at U. of Va. and settled down with a girl from Lynchburg, Va. P ige 42 The Echo 1928 That night I went to my hotel for my baggage and I saw William Shoaf, Admiral, in full uniform. We decided to go over to New York for supper and then go to a theater. After supper we went to the largest theater in New York, which Bill told me is owned by Walter Crowell. After the show Bill had business to attend to so he left me and I went back to the hotel. The next morning I went by to see J. C. Trexler and Gordon Earle, the two greatest divorce lawyers in America. While I was there J. C. showed me the newest painting of Walter Deal, who is settled down in a beautiful home in Berlin. I wanted to get to Paris before dark so I went straight from their offices to the air¬ port. As I was boarding the new airplane I met Carson Tatum who has become famous because of his fine horses and who was now going to Arabia to get come others he had heard about. I learned from him that Richard Ayers has a large dry goods store in Florida. He also told me that the air line that we were riding on is owned by Preston Frederick, Claud Frederick, Alfred Mowery, and Murray Burke. Finally as we tired of conversation I picked up the New York Times, which is edited by Harry Gwin, and I saw on the front page: N. C. Senator (Rachel Busby) Makes Wonderful Oration on Farm Relief.” On the next page I saw a picture of Helen Tyree, who has become famous through cleaning up the slums of New York.” Her assistants, I read are six girls that had graduated with her: Ellen Daniel, Lillian Bernhardt, Sadie Strange, Eula Dyer, Gaither Eller, and Sadie Gheen. I turned several more pages and saw the latest poem of Avis Thalia Little, and one page farther a story written jointly by Alice Wright and Alice Smith. I read it with much wonder at the genius that has developed in our old class. That afternoon as I got off at Paris I bade Carson goodbye and proceeded to find entertainment. At one place I saw Grace Brown and Tootsie” Webb singing in a light opera with an assisting chorus of Mildred Smith, Frances Thompson, Inez Owen, Earlinc Putt, and Lillian Gwyn.” Doesn’t that remind you of the Gypsy Rover,” Tom? After our reunion I went up town to look at some clothes. At one large place I went in and found that it was owned by Ben Kenerly, who sets the styles of Paris. He told me that Bill Bost is now one of the most famous cartoonists in Paris. Also I learned that Ed Roseman that very night was to fight for the world’s title in wrestling. We talked a while longer and he told me that Harold Myers has become a prominent actor in a theater about three blocks down the street. We decided to go down and see the per¬ formance. He acts in a beautiful theater with wonderful surroundings. Harold well lived up to his name that night and won much applause from the audience. When the performance was nearly over I noticed sitting two rows in front Rag” Kirchin with a pretty blonde with large blue eyes. I intended to speak to him but because of the rush I was unable to do it. After the show I went across the street to a drug store which is run by Jack Snyder and John Liege. I like it much better than anything I have been in because it is so American. While I was sitting in the drug store an American tourist party came in and I recognized Prue Choate, Beatrice Parker, Margaret Marsh, Mary Betty Gwin. They came over to talk about and learn more of old North Carolina. I learned that Josey Thomason and Zeda Morgan are teachers at N. C. C. W.; while Ida Lee Zum Brunnen, 1928 The Echo Page 43 Gladys Russell, and Addie Rufty are teaching in the old Alma Mater. Also I learned that quite a few of the girls have married and settled down but I did not learn all of their husbands’ names. These girls are: Josie Walton, Frances Ramsay, Margaret Roseman, Sadie Peeler, and Pauline Linn. One of the girls told me that Mildred Misenheimer is making a very successful managing editor of the Salisbury Evening Post and that her staff of Mary Franklin Robinson, Johnnie Morris, and Verona Massey is very efficient. The next morning I decided to go down to Spain. Since the outstanding sport in Spain is Bull Fighting, the first thing I did was to go to the arena. There were two fighters in the arena but I did not, of course, think that I knew either. Pretty soon, however, they came to my side of the arena and much to my amazement I recognized Earle Miller and Bain Fdarrelson. They won from the bull and disappeared. The next bull fighter, Hugh Julian, was considered the greatest in Spain. At first the bull was winning, but finally Hugh conquered. After the fight he recognized me and we had quite a conversation. He asked me if I would like to see a good airplane race. I answer¬ ed in the affirmative so we went down to the place where the race was to be held. It was very interesting to watch the smallest plane pick up and emerge ahead of all the others. Of course I went out to take a look at the winner. Imagine my surprise to find that it was Bill Miller. In trying to get to him I was nearly crushed so I decided not to try to get any closer. After the race I decided to look over the city so I got into my flying skitter and started riding around. As I was passing a very beautiful mansion, I saw Novice Kesler step out of the door looking as if she owned the world. I later learn¬ ed that she had recently married a French count. Farther down the street I saw Margie Clodfelter and Lillian Cook conversing. I stopped to speak to them and they told me that they are governesses to some multi-millionaire in a nearby city. They told me that Pearl Guthrie is also in the same town with them with a wealthy husband. I did not stay in Spain long because I had learned that some of our old class was prospering in Italy. In Venice I saw John Deadmon and Max Drake who are much famed chemists. While in Florence, I saw Bernice Lyerly, Mary Hoyle, Halma Hol- shouser, and Hattie Kirk touring in an old broken down Ford plane. In Naples I saw Irma McCurdy and Lucile Julian as life guards on the beach. (They seemed to be get¬ ting all the joy out of life.) Italy is a beautiful country but one craves variety, so after a few days, in which I saw an American Hockey Team playing Italy, with Darotha Fricke, Ruth Kesler, Eliza¬ beth Leonard, and Elizabeth Fries as stars, I left for Egypt. I had been in Egypt several days when I saw a large building with several outer buildings, which must have covered acres. Interested in such a large project I went in. Much to my surprise I saw Harland Grubb, so we sat down for a chat. He told me that Oscar Myers, John Ramsay, Carl Trexler, John Henry Isenhour, and he owned this great scientific research plant, everything along the scientific line. After talking to Harland I decided to return to my hotel. As I was going into it I nearly bumped into a shiek of the desert and on looking up who should I see but Joe Cline? He was in a hurry then so he said he would come to the hotel that night. I went Page 44 The Echo 1928 on into the hotel and got on the elevator. I found that Margie Kluttz was running it. She told me that she and Mildred Fries had been in Egypt a year and a half and liked it fine. That night Joe came around and listened to your wonderful concert over the radio. During pauses we talked and he told me that Evelyn Wellman and Alice Fisher are collecting relics with Dwight Fink and that Flora Fiarviel is getting along fine as a clerk in a large store in Cairo. Thus you see Tom that in one week’s time I have incidentally seen, read, or heard of all the lost, strayed or stolen of the old class of ’ 28 . Your friend, James Fludson. 1928 - - The Echo - - Page 45 Page 46 The Echo 1928 THE STUDENT PARTICIPATION ORGANIZATION Altho’ the Students Participation Organization is still in its infancy, having been organized only one year, it has probably helped the school more than any other recent accomplishment. At the close of last year, the student body voted to adopt this organi¬ zation and the officers for the coming year were elected. The constitution was im¬ mediately drawn up and in September of this year the officers assumed their regular duties. 1928 The Echo Page 47 DEBATING The Lee S later Overman Debating Society was reorganized last September under the leadership of the following officers and advisors: President, Rachel Busby, Vice-presi¬ dent, Isabel Camp, Secretary and Treasurer, Kenneth Goodson; Coach, Miss Morris; As¬ sistant, Mr. Kesler. The work of the society has centered around the semi-monthly meetings, at which times the members engaged in heated discussions of such topics as: tariff reduction, freedom of Phillippine Islands, installment buying and selling, capital punishment, all- year schools, abolition of submarines, etc—. The outstanding project was the state triangular debate, Charlotte and Asheville completing Salisbury’s triangle. Charlotte withdrew this year and therefore Salisbury engaged in a dual debate with Asheville, winning the negative but losing the affirmative. Intensive work, during December and January, was done on this debate by the whole club. Throughout these months meetings were held each week. Eleven debaters entered the preliminary contest which was held January 20. Rachel Busby and I rancis Murdoch were selected to uphold the negative of the state query: Resolved, that the McNary-Haugen farm relief bill should be enacted by Congress, while Isabel Camp and James Hudson composed the affirmative team. They were assisted by the substitutes, Kathryn Cook and Thomas Mashburn. Page 48 The Echo 1928 BmilyW ebb EVelyn Wfllmon Gordon Earle PRESIDENT VICE-PRESIDENT tAlioc T istiev secretapy Dramatic Qub l The dramatic work of the school has centered around two groups: the Junior Dra¬ matic Club, the membership of which is restricted to Freshmen and Sophomores; the Se¬ nior Club, in which only Juniors and Seniors were eligible for membership. Both clubs have met regularly throughout the year, and the results accomplished by both are very gratifying. The Senior group presented, in November, Seventeen” by Booth Tarkington. e. The next production was The Robbery” by Clare Rummer, a one act play, which was entered in the state contest. Although our group was eliminated in the preliminaries, it gave a most creditable performance. A private presentation for high school students was given recently. It was In The Spring a Young Man’s Fancy.” Finally Come Out of the Kitchen” by A. E. Thomas was presented as the Senior play on May 19. The work in the dramatic groups has been enjoyable and profitable, we hope, to our audiences as well as to ourselves. 1928 The Echo Vage 49 Big Sisters One of the newest organizations that has been added to the school activities is the Big Sister Club. It is made up of senior girls who are to act as Big Sisters to the fresh¬ men girls. Selection of the members of this club is made by a committee composed of the senior class adviser, the dean of girls, and three representatives of the honor society. In order to be a Big Sister, a girl must be passing all of her work; must have a clean character; must be one who upholds the highest standards in conduct, dress and manners; and must be polite, sympathetic, and respectful of the feelings of others. But this honor is not without its duties. The main purpose of the club is to help all incoming freshmen get adjusted to the new situation, by helping them get acquainted with the building, courses of study, extra curricula activities, teachers, and studies. Each Big Sister has at least two little sisters to whom she must be a real sister. She must help them in all problems, both social and scholastic, and encourage them in anything they have to do. Hi - r I The Hi-Y, which is one of the Christian organizations in our school, met every Mon¬ day night at the Y. M. C. A. hut under the leadership of Mr. Gordon and Mr. Dunham. It has been a great influence for good throughout the school. Senior Cjirl Reserves M. To many of the Seniors, the Girl Reserves has meant more than any other organi¬ zation in the school. The purpose of this club has been to develop the mental, physical, and spiritual side of a girl’s life. Through the leadership of Miss Thompson and the splendid work of our officers, we feel that we have done something toward the accom¬ plishment of that purpose. Among those things which we have done are the following: we presented the white Christmas play which did much to point the students to the Christmas star, and to give them a deeper conception of what Christmas means; we have helped bring a friendship message from Japan through the Japanese dolls sent by that country; we have taken part in The Circle of Light”, a candle light service given by all the clubs; and we have sold cakes that we may send some of the G. R.’s to the Y. W. C. A. conference at Rockbrook. We hope that the other Girl Reserves will carry on the work of this great organiza¬ tion and make a girl’s life count more for Him. Page 50 The Echo 1928 MUSIC DEPARTMENT 1928 The Echo Page 51 ■ JVlusk Department f The Baby Department” of Boyden High lias shown remarkable development since the beginning of the school year. On account of the newness of this department there was not much interest taken in it until the second term. Its improvements were slow; but after three or four months of training, the squawlings” began to sound more civi¬ lized. The first try out, which was the Gypsy Rover” by Dodge, went off with a boom January 18, under the direction of Mr. Honens, assisted by Coach Woods. This pro¬ duction displayed much home talent and pointed out many future stars. The second semester the baby grew stronger and fuller of pep so that more difficult work could be undertaken and more serious study devoted to music. March 3 0, the South Piedmont Sectional Music contest was held in Central High School, Charlotte, N. C. Since our group was so young and inexperienced, we dared not hope for more than honorable mention but to our surprise, we were awarded second place as well as honorable mention. April 12, 13, we sent seven soloists to the North Carolina state music contest in Greensboro. Here, also, our representatives scored high in their respective places. Since this event several programs have been given by the Music Department. It is evident that our baby is something to be proud of, and with a little more en¬ couragement will be ready to do greater things next year. Page 52 The Echo - - 1928 Frances Thompson Emily Webb Margaret Marsh Grace Brown James Hudson Alice Wright Josie Walton Prue Choate Walter Deal Alice Fisher Avis Little John Henry Isenhour Philip Peacock Billy Busby Jane Kluttz The national Honor Society of Boyden High School was granted its charter from the National Chapter in 1926, being the four hundred and fifty-first school in the United States to receive this. The eligible students must stand in the upper-one-fourth of their classes in scholar¬ ship. The members ' are then selected by the faculty according to their merits in leader¬ ship, character, and service. To become a member, therefore is the highest honor to be obtained by a student in his high school career. JUNIOR CLASS 1928 The Echo Page 53 Page 54 - - TheEcho - - 1928 1928 The Echo Page 5 5 Football Team UtoJiA ;Tiw • ym w s ' ymm MUSI 89 H y Hack Row- Left to Right: Clyde Plyler, Manager; Steve Cornelison, Harvey Roseman, Carson Tatum, Dick Ayers, Hob McQuage, Alfred Mowery, Gordon Earle, Hugh Julian, Ted Frederick, Captain Anderson; Guy Daves, Coach; Terry Wood, Coach; Front Row: James Krider. Staley Hrown. Hob Reeves, Rohaege Saleeby, Bones Hamilton, Rag Kirchin, Max Thompson, Pos Kesler. Frank Peeler, Olney Hrown. Baxter Mowery. Who is there that isn’t crazy about foot ball? Boyden High certainly had one grand season this year but the game we got the most out of was the one with Spencer. When Pos” threw off his helmet, everybody knew we were going to win! Salisbury with some of the best material known, fought hard throughout the season; of course the team always had back of it the fine work of Coach Wood. There were exactly twenty-one faithful workers. Eleven of these men were constantly on the field and the other ten part of the time. We give almost as much credit to the latter as to the regulars. They fought on the side lines if not on the field. We could probably have made a better record if more of us had been behind the ropes cheering our boys on instead of at home, afraid of a little coat of tan. Anyway, our boys did good work. So let’s give them fifteen rahs! Whoopeeee!!! Boys ' Basket Ball Salisbury 27 — .. Mt. Ulla 32 Salisbury 24 _ Hickory 12 Salisbury 34 Cooleemee 3 Salisbury 34 Concord 12 Salisbury 21... Spencer 10 Salisbury 19 Statesville 12 Salisbury 25 - Mocks ville 20 Salisbury 25 .. Statesville 9 Salisbury 41 Concord 19 Salisbury 21 Winston 9 Salisbury 2 8 Thomasville 29 Salisbury 3 6 - Newton 20 Salisbury 41 Marshville 2 8 Salisbury 19 Marsh ville 23 Salisbury 3 0 Faculty 26 Salisbury 29 Thomasville 8 Salisbury 24 Cooleemee 23 Page 56 The Echo 1928 GIRLS’ BASKET BALL r The cycles of athletic success roll on, and champions rise only to be crushed by the rolling chariot wheels of the Salisbury Sextette. For three years the gallant lassies of old Black and Gold have successfully staved off ambitious seekers for the sixth district cham¬ pionship title. At the beginning of the 1927-2 8 season, there were only two old team standbys back to fight for our glory. In spite of this, Coach Henderson built a winni ng combi¬ nation around Captain Curly” Putt and Manager Eb” Wellman. Our old faithful workers as Ex-Captain Morgan, Ex-Manager Susan Grimes, Pot” Grimes, and Fritz” File—were gone. Their places were filled by youngsters, but these youngsters played great ball. Captain Putt retained her stationary position in Center box, while Wellman remain¬ ed opposite her as center guard receiving those signals which directed the ball to the never missed” goal. The vacant positions were filled by Monk” Kesler playing right forward and Virginia Foil faithfully holding down the left side of the floor. These two were always busy, if not chasing the ball, busy peppering the basket with it. Guards 1928 The Echo Page 57 helping Eb. were Edith Elolshouser and Lorene Baker. They were always where they were needed and seldom failed to make their opponents wonder what they were supposed to be playing. Our first game with Granite Quarry was easy and the next five ran in the same channel, until we met Winston there. Salisbury then broke up her nice little plan of beating us again by much head work and hard fighting. As we recall, Winston whipped us there last year, this being the only game Salisbury has lost in three years. Our lassies brought back the long end of a 3 8-34 score, this being our closest score for the season. The remaining of the games were easy sailing for our victors until the final tilt with the the Midway Six at Erlanger, it being next to the closest call for our lassies. This game gave the much cherished championship title to the praised Girls’ Basket Ball Team. A majority of the games were half won before the starting whistle blew due to our past reputation and, after the first few games, the present record. Even with this, Salis¬ bury is not through. With such standbys as Foil, Baker, Holshouser, Daniel, Ayers, Anthony and Owens, who knows what may happen next year? The king may rise again! Salisbury 42 _ Granite Quarry 2 5 Salisbury 31_ Statesville 2 5 Salisbury 40_ I Ugh Point 22 Salisbury 42_ Winston 3 3 Salisbury 5 0 _ Greensboro 2 5 Salisbury 37_Thomasville 19 Salisbury 3 8_ Winston 34 Salisbury 35 _ _ Hickory 25 Salisbury 37 _High Point 26 Salisbury 51_Mooresville 5 Salisbury 27_ Pilot 17 Salisbury 41— —Pilot 17 Salisbury 28_Midway 23 Salisbury 499 Opponents 29 5 GIRLS’ ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION This year the girls’ athletic association has tried to play an active part in promoting all forms of good, clean sports. At the beginning of the year, all girls of the high school met and elected the follow¬ ing officers: President, Annie Marie Kesler; Vice-President, Mary Hoyle; Secretary- Treasurer, Virginia Foil. It was also decided that Miss Henderson should appoint one girl to head each sport. These girls were to see that that sport was started and were to encourage girls to enter it. HOCKEY Due either to the new enthusiasm or to the fine work of coaches, Henderson and Brandis, several new sports have been started among the girls, probably the most out¬ standing of thes e being Hockey. Early in the fall, coach Brandis called for candidates for fall Hockey; many responded to this call. All fall they labored but played no games. When bad weather came, they discontinued their practice until this spring when the weather was slightly warmer. Then they organized their team and played four games. Only one of these was won, because all were played with teams which had several years more experience. B. H. S. is proud of both girls and coach and thinks this is a fine record. Page 5 8 The Echo 1928 BASEBALL Another interesting sport of this year is varsity baseball. This also began in the fall and was taken up again in the spring, Coach Wells here showing her stuff” by training a tine bunch of green girls. Only three games have been played, and like Hockey, only one, so far, has been won. The season is not over yet (when this book goes to press) and it is hoped that a great many more victories will drift our way. TUMBLING CLASS About two months ago there was given in chapel a program by the girls’ tumbling class. It seemed very odd to the school, as nothing like it has ever been hone here before. It has created almost as much interest among the girls as most of the major sports and bids fair to take a first place next year. MONOGRAM CLUB Just recently a girls’ monogram club has been organized. This is to consist of all girls who have monograms and letters and all prospects. We have almost thirty members now and hope for a great many more next year. BOYS’ ATHLETIC CLUB The boys also have an association which sponsors all sports. The officers for the year are: President, Ted Frederick; Vice-President, Uney Brown; Secretary, Lloyd Good¬ man; Treasurer, Ragland Kirchin. BASKET BALL Basket ball has created more interest, next to football, than any other sport. With captain Uney Brown urging them on to victory; with Pos” Kesler, the flaming youth” stretching those sturdy muscles trying to get the tip off a center’s box, and most of all, with Coach Wood’s meaning look, who could help but play and win everything? Good¬ man and Kirchin kept the opponents from scoring while S. Brown, along with the above mentioned forewards, showered the goal with balls. All was well and Salisbury was ready to win the district championship title when we met our Waterloo, Mt. Ulla, at Catawba. Of course we don’t mind one defeat. You did the work, boys, we’re proud of you! 1928 The Echo Page 59 ADVERTISEMENTS 104 S. Main Street BAKER’S, Inc. Salisbury, N. C. Specializing in Men’s and Boys’ Clothing Ladies’ Ready-to-Wear and Millinery Terms on Charge Accounts. Phone 3 5 5 The Arey Brick and Lumber Company, Inc. Manufacturer’s and Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Brick and North Carolina Pine and Hardwoods General Shop Work A Specialty Phone 167 Everything for the Builder” Belk-Harry Co. It is, and always has been our aim to serve customers courteously—to price our goods fairly—to sell qualities that are sure to give satisfaction in service. That is why people think of this store when they have needs to sup¬ ply and it accounts for our ever growing list of pleased customers. BELK-HARRY COMPANY SALISBURY, N. C. THE CAPITOL A Salisbury Institution conceived and conduct¬ ed with the intent to delight thru the art of the silver screen, the inspiration of music, and acts of service. The Pick of the Pictures In Salisbury” Dodge Brothers Motor Cars THREE GREAT SIXES The Senior, the Victory and the Standard Phone 59 McCANLESS MOTOR CO. MERIT SHOES AS GOOD AS ANY—BETTER THAN MANY” Merit Shoe Co., Inc. 111 N. Main Street Salisbury, N. C. TREXLER BROS. AND YOST Clothing and Furnishings for Men and Boys. Always the Latest in Styles and Fabrics WE APPRECIATE YOUR PATRONAGE Salisbury’s Leading Clothiers 121-123 S. Main Street Drink_ BIG BOY BEVERAGES ORANGE AND CHERRY SQUEEZE BIG BOY BOTTLING CO. SALISBURY PHONE 247 F. M. YANCEY, Manager 2 57,109 More than Quarter Million Carolina Fires and Tubes Made in Salisbury Last Year CAROLINA RUBBER CO. DON ' T - PUT IT OFF—PUT IT ON SUITS TAILORED TO SUIT YOU K . K . S M I T H —Tailor 116 E. Innes Street Salisbury, N. C. INNES STREET DRUG COMPANY Phones 447 and 448 Salisbury’s Newest and Finest Drug Store Complete Line of School Supplies Compliments of Efird’s SALISBURY, N. C. SALISBURY HARDWARE and FURNITURE CO. Radios, Radio Accessories, Sporting Goods, Paints, Waxes, Mops, Duco. HARDWARE FOR EVERYWHERE” CRESS and SONS Correct Clothes for Men and Young Men A wonderful Showing of Suits and Furnishings at Popular Prices 12 5 S. Main Street Salisbury, N. C. KOONTZ AND COMPANY MEN’S WEAR —PHONE 8 8— 113 South Main Street Salisbury, N. C. MEN’S FURNISHINGS READY-MADE SUITS. SUITS TAILORED TO YOUR MEASURE BY THE NATION’S BEST TAILORS. STUDENT’S PATRONAGE SOLICITED STARNES AND PARKER DIAMONDS WATCHES SILVERWARE CLASS PINS AND RINGS 11 5 S. Main Street Salisbury, N. C. OFFICIAL JEWELERS TO BOYDEN HIGH BELL SHOE STORE SALISBURY ' S BEST Beautiful Shoes and Hosiery for the Girl Graduate AT GRADUATION TIME YOUR FRIENDS EXPECT- Your Photograph PHONE 248 J. E. ALEXANDER, the Photographer EMPIRE HOTEL —FOR— Economy and Comfort G. C. FOUTZ, Proprietor Salisbury, N. C. SALISBURY ICE AND FUEL Pure Ice and Quality Coal Phones 798 and 799 Salisbury, N. C. RANEY-CLINE MOTOR CO. For Economical Transportation | CHEVROLET A E3= 5 31 S. Main Street Phone 1429 GOODMAN LUMBER CO. Everything for the Builder SALISBURY LAUNDRY A. S. JONES, Proprietor THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK SALISBURY, N. 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