Brackenridge High School - La Retama Yearbook (San Antonio, TX)

Text from Pages 1 - 260 of the 1926 volume:

LA RETAMA 1926 LA RETAMA. 1926 PUBLISHED BY THE SENIOR CLASS BRACKENRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL foreword eTs)e have sought in this book to pay tribute to the men whose high courage and unflinching devotion transformed a vast wilderness into the great commonwealth of RSexas. If, because of these pages, your memory of school life has become more precious and the history of your state more sacred, the purpose of this book is fulfilled. 1926 TDedication because we love the State for whose freedom the heroes of the cSUamo in 1836 gave their lives, we, the Senior class, dedicate our year book, the 1926 La Rctama, to the spirit of the SAlamo. esKemories of high school life are in a sense hallowed by this association with the traditions which our forefathers have left as our priceless heritage. oTtiay it lead us to a consecration of our lives to the making of our state the glorious Soexas of which they dreamed. he EBooks School cAdministration Casses cActivities feature Societies favorites e fCilitary cAthletics 'Wild Cat dAdvertisers Sohe Spanish monks founded the first SSexas emission, San SJrancisco de los SSejas, in i6go and at once began to teach the Indians. Spring on the Campus Grayness in the air, Freshness on the greens, Waking of a sleepy bud, Soft music through the trees, A million diamonds dancing gladly over all; Light worlds steal the skies; Warmth upon the earth, Reflections of a purest gold, No singing of the winds, But blushing blossoms all rejoicing in the light. Grayness on the air, Thirst upon the greens, Sighing of a tired rose, Dull cadence in the air, And flowers flirt no more; but bow for dew-bathed rest. Helpless over all, Beauty in its arms, Garmented in dusty green, A beacon for the calm, The Retama tree stands sentinel at Braekenridge. —Frederick Bodge. 4 J oAdministration ££ he first government house was built in San Antonio in more than a hundred years seat of Spanish authority in Gexas 1718. SJor it was the in Soexas. To the Senior Class: I would have you serve. Wordsworth says: “That best portion of a good man’s life, His little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and love.’’ The world needs service. Texas needs service. And may not our State expect sendee from you? There were never so many kinds of service open to the willing as in our own day. But you cannot serve properly until you arc fit to serve. This is your period of training for serv'cc. You cannot have better training than taking this for your motto: “ Whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things arc honest, whatsoever things arc pure, think on these things.’’ Your friend, Superintendent, Twenty-live To the Senior Class: In selecting the early history of Texas as a motif for your annual, you have been led to study the fine courageous characters of these pioneers who have made possible the privileges that you and I are enjoying today. We are living in a wonderful age which offers opportunities greater than have ever been in the past; and if we would prove worthy of those stalwart men and women that blazed the trail in the early days of Texas, we must fortify ourselves with an education that will qualify us for our new duties and responsibilities. I have faith in the members of the Senior class of Brackenridge to contribute their part toward the development and progress of our beloved State. Your friend, Twenty-six To the Seniors: Graduation lrom high school means to each of you the completion of one task and the beginning of another—more difficult, but more glorious. To you, Life presents the challenge of a great need for every spark of devotion and every gleam of loyalty that you can give to the service of humanity. The knowledge and skill that you have acquired add to your responsibility, for “he who has the light must bear witness to the l'ght”. My one wish for you is that you hear the challenge, recognize your ability to meet it, and rejoice in the combat, for “ Blessed is he who has found his work; let him ask no other blessedness”. Your friend, Vice-principal. Twenty-seven To the Seniors: What a pleasure it has been to know you and work with you during your brief period in this school! I trust you will continue to show individuality, initiative, clear thinking, and creativeness in all you undertake You will be known by the originality of your thinking, by the use of your leisure time, by your ability to discriminate between the significant and the trivial, and by the earnestness with which you pursue your vocation and the development you manifest in such effort. Let me add that I believe in your ability to meet every challenge flung across your pathway, and in your determination to live a rich, full life which shall be an inspiration to every life you touch. Your friend, If iMdt Dean of Girls. Twenty-eight To the Seniors : All great things have been attained as much by industry as by intellect. The automobile, the radio, the moving picture,—each is a result. But there was a process. And its history would tell of ceaseless work as well as thought. Compare the log across the stream with the trestle bridge, and think of the long centuries of experinments and failures, and final success. The achievements which the world has saved and made immortal have been not only the conceptions of thought but the products of toil. Mv message to .you is this: thought needs work and work needs thought. Your friend, Registrar. Twenty-nine FIRST ROW:—Mr. W. L. Cory, Miss Kate James, Mr. George Baxter. SECOND ROW:—Miss Effie Lewis, Miss Louise Gibson, Mr. D. C. Cannon, Miss Golden Lacy. THIRD ROW:—Mrs. Elsa Schlochaur, Miss Jean Harwell, Miss Christine Lawrence, Miss Elsie Jonas. FOURTH ROW:—Miss Annie Jary, Mr. George Davis, Miss Ida Mae Murray, Mr. Clifford Troutz. FIFTH ROW:—Miss Kate Andrews, Miss Viola Moore, Mr. H. E. Raison, Miss Grace Turner, Mr. R. V. Rust. Thirty FIRST ROW (top):—Miss Georgia Armstrong, Miss Laura Hyde, Miss Mary Kroeger. SECOND ROW:—Miss Bessie Lee Dickey, Miss Blanche Williams, Miss Jeston Dickey, Miss Alyce Wimberly. THIRD ROW:—Miss Ruby West, Miss Edith Wilkins, Mr. Dewey Smalley, Miss Ximena Wolf. - j FOURTH ROW:—Miss Marie Hale, Miss Ollie Stratton, Miss Concha Chapa, Miss Myra Silver. FIFTH ROW:—Miss Florence White, Mr. Otto Zoeller, Miss Mildred Wilson, Miss Elsie Pickett, Miss Emma Frey. Thirty-one he faculty ADMINISTRATION Ora Johnson Alex Waite Laura Stephens Ida Mae Murray Georgia A. Armstrong Susie Jo Schuler Floyd Williams COMMERCIAL George Baxter Virginia Childress Emma Frey Lora Goodwin Marie Hale Nena G. Hays Effie Lewis ENGLISH DEPARTMENT Julia Ball Ella Butler Bessie Lee Dickey Jeston Dickey Christine Lawrence Agnes James A. E. Lehmberg Maybelle Montgomery Elsa Schlochaur Alice Stone Ollie Stratton Florence White Alyce Wimberly HOUSEHOLD ARTS AND SCIENCES Kate Andrews Jean Harwell Elsie Jonas Mary Kroeger Golden Elizabeth Lacy Elsie Pickett Blanche Williams Mildred Wilson Otto Zoeller INDUSTRIAL AND MANUAL ARTS M. M. Breit George B. Davis George Dickerson H. E. Raison R. V. Rust C. E. Troutz LANGUAGES Ella Caine Concha Chapa Lydia Wiseman Magruder Grace Parmer Leilet Richter Myra Silver Mabel Claire Toles BIOLOGICAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES Rose Davis Viola Moore Mae Meyer Musgrave SOCIAL SCIENCES Florence Allem Mary E. Colegate Adah D. Gibbons Laura Hyde Annie Jary Marguerite King Mattie Mitchell PHYSICAL EDUCATION David C. Cannon B. J. Reilley Dewey Smalley Edith Wilkins Ximena Wolf MATHEMATICS Jessie M. Abbott Louise Lancaster Julia Ball W. L. Cory Kate James Grace Turner Thirty two S}or three hundred years SJrench and Spanish galleons brought to SSexas explorers and colonists, royally commissioned to obtain possession of 'Bexas. SA little later, the ships coming to exas were carriers of supplies for the first cAmerican settlers. ©HE “Old 'Zyhree hundred,” the families brought to ’fSexas by the first and greatest of the empresarios, Stephen (ff. cfAustin, began the work of colonizing the land between the iBrazos and Colorado T ivers in 'December, 1821. Seniors he Senior Class f T_ HE class of June 192G first showed their initiative by organizing six 'J-' months earlier than any other previous graduating class. The officers elected in January, 1925, were: President, Ross Smith; Vice President, Alice Payne; Secretary, Pauline Rochester; Treasurer, William Haworth. MissXimena Wolf and Miss Carrie Marie Dickinson were selected to sponsor the class. On the night of December 18, Brackenridge was a scene of fiesta and merry making; a peppy jazz orchestra turned the Senior carnival into a dance floor and a delightful informal dance resulted. The “Charleston”, then in the height of its popularity, added much to the fun and gaiety of the affair. The Christmas holidays come and gone, the class came back to begin the new year with more vim than ever. Cries of “We wanta dance” became incessant and suddenly came the unexpected announcement from headquarters that the Junes could have a mid-term dance. On January 25 old 111 was dressed up as never before in its life and that night crowds and crowds of students and ex-students came to the dance. The affair was one of the peppiest and most successful ever given at Brackenridge. The tranquility that had hitherto marked the year was suddenly disturbed when Ross Smith, president, left school, thus leaving open the executive office. For two weeks campaigns raged and campaigners raved. The whole school was agog over the question. Finally election day came and the polls were run in the same manner as city elections. The printed ballots contained the names of three candidates, Kent Rider, Alice Payne, and Dial Bridges. Kent Rider was victorious. The office of treasurer was unanimously given to Harry Wharton. The June class became very enthused over the election of the candidates for the favorites’ section of the annual. Two important events to which the Seniors have looked forward are the Commencement exercises and the Alumni Banquet, both of them taking place the last week in May. Thirty-six TOP ROW:—Alice Payne, Vice-President; Kent Rider, President; Augusta Neuman, Second Secretary. MIDDLE ROW:—Miss Florence White, Sponsor; Winnie Lee Jackson, Parliamentarian; Kathleen Conring, Reporter; Miss Ximena Wolf, Sponsor. BOTTOM ROW:—Helen Haelbig, Censor; Pauline Rochester, First Secretary; Harry Wharton, Treasurer; Lou Ella Fuqua, Historian. Thirty seven James Aiken “A little set with a loud speaker.” Irene Anderson ‘‘Smiles that thrill from a distance.” Elizabeth Archer ‘‘Arch is her ( lance, Archer her name.” Library Club. Roland Arnold ‘‘A guy that is capable of tooting his own horn.” Maria Avila ‘‘Her ways are pleasantness, her paths are peace.” Los Hidalgos. Arthur Rain “A man after his own heart.” E loose Ball ‘‘She takes her time and makes it worthwhile.” Girl Reserve—Congress. Richard Balzen ‘‘A smart boy, hut not the smarty kind.” Thirty-eight Bob Barricklow “Long distance that is timely.” .Myrtle Bartlett “ ‘He yourself is her motto.” Viola Batot “Quiet—but silence is golden!” Girl Reserve. Weldon Batot “.4.s unlike his sister as can be imagined.” Otiio Beal “ When lie speaks, let no dog bark.” Lois Beasley “Like a daisy—she won’t tell.” Girl Reserve. Margaret Beck “Her actions speak louder than words. ’ ’ Billie Bknham “Always thrilled, but never romantic.” Clio. Thirty-nine Ethel Mae Berry “She’s a worthy daughter of B.H.S. —aye worth many a ‘berry’.” Lanier. Elizabeth Beyette “Not that she loves her studies less, but that she loves herself more.” Lillie Mae Booth “Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?” Margaret Bowles “Duties enough and little cares.” Gold Bug. IIarvey Bowman “ Grammercy! he for joy doth grin.” Sallie Braubach “Intense, and frugal, apt for all affairs.” Gold Bug. Leslie Bretz “Something between a hindrance and a help.” Ogden Bretz “How loudly his sweet voice he rears.” Ili-Y. Forty Diai, Bridges “Of unusual strength, his mpid is keen.” Lois Briggs “A mind at peace with all below.” Pearl Broadnax “Presumptuous maid! with looks of beauty on all good things bent.” Gold Bug. 11 krbert Maxfei-dt “His day is filled with work, but he finds time for pleasure.” Farris Brotherman “Lord of himself, but not of books.” Keith Brown “A countenance in which we meet sweet records; promises as sweet.” Library Club. Martha Brown “ To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield.” Nola Bulgerin “She knows her worth, and so do we.” J'ortji one Milton Clauscwitz “ Where’s a heart as mellow? Where’s a soul as free?” Photo Craft Club. Edith Clavin “Full of fancy, full of folly, Full of jollity and fun.” Clio. Wayne Coffman “Loudly he singeth his own praises.” Kathleen Conking ‘'So generous—.so loyally inclined.” Pericleau. Nell Carter “One reason for attending Brack-enridge.” William Castillion “IIis armor is his honest thought.” Jefferson Childs “He has a heart as mellow, us an apple overripe.” Ili-Y. Braekenridge Debating Society. Mildred Christian “.-bid her face—ah me, Isn’t it good for a boy to see?” Gold Bug. Forty-two Helen Cook “If she laughs—it is the trill, Of the wayward whip-poor-will.” Lois Council “She laughs and the world laughs with her.” Lanier. Hortense Covington “Such joy it is to hear her sing, We fall in love with everything.” Gold Bug. Goldie Cox “Honest labor bears a lovely face.” Gold Bug. Holman Cox “One of the mischief-making crew.” Maurine Cede “As sweet and fair as a flower of spring.” Stevenson. R. L. Davila “A flaming youth, fleet of foot.” Los Hidalgos. Bessie Davis “She sings a song, but cheers it not.” Forly-llirce Joe Davis “Not simply good, but good for something.” Dorothy Dealing “She wonts but little here below— but that quickly.” Gold Bug. Kennie De Laya “As snow in summer or as rain in harvest.” Gold Bug. Marjorie De Marsha “Her soul is all buttoned up with efficiency and self-control.” Girl Reserve. Max Derden “A tongue that is fluent and flip.” Ili-Y. Helen De Synek “She openeth her mouth with wisdom.” Periclean. Dorirri i y Detiilkkpsen “An affirmative rejoinder for every rebuttal.” Lanier. Norma Detmers “She won’t argue; she debates.” Los Hidalgos. Forty-tour Laura Belle Dietzel “In her tongue is the law of kindness.” Lanier. Frederick Dodge “Versatile is he—and never vain; In appearance—like Hamlet the Dane.” Brackenridge Debating Society. Laura Louise Dorsett “Life mag be short, but she has time for courtesy.” Louise Doutiiit “Strength and honor arc h r clothing.” Girl Reserve. MARGARET DIjCH ARME “Rich in beauty and in case. Takes her liberty with a please?” Library Club. Agnes Duelm “A friend of pleasure, wisdom’s aid.” Sam Durham “A prompt decisive boy is he.” Ellen Ealy “Thy soul was like a star and dwelt apart.” Girl Reserve. Forty-five Jewel Easley “She doeth little kindnesses Which most leave undone or despise. ’ ’ Lena Mae Elliott “She makes a way where there isn’t one.” Nora Enderle “ With wit and grit, For light she’s fit.” Kathleen Evans “She’s full of pride, hut is not proud.” Gold Bug. Josephine Fallan “Neglected genius truth he said.” Lanier. Arthur Fassnidue “The kind of a man for you and me, lie faces the world unflinchingly. ’ ’ Thelma Faust “As punctual-like as morning.” Gold Bug. Truman Fawcett “His quietness is appreciated.” Forty-six Marvin Felt “He has a mien that makes his presence felt.” Iii-Y. Robert Fenner “Fair, fat, and fearless—a beloved ‘brute’.” Audrey Ferguson “She struggles, as long as the wrong resists. ’ ’ Herbert Ferguson “An important figure. When speaking of sports.” Leslie Ferrill “He should be taught that little children should be seen and not heard.” Charlotte Fitch “The spice of life. I shouldn’t wonder that she put the ‘pep’ in pepper.” Gold Bug. Viola Foerster “Capable of making simplicity a grace. ’ ’ Bili ie Fondren “A girl who is boyish but slums being mannish.” Forty ™ Carolyn Froebf.l “The winsome little miss who radiates with charm.’’ Lanier. Emma Forman “With no time to worry or to fret Emma yets the joys life has to let.’’ Girl Reserve. Lou Ella Fuqua “Iler words are fitly spoken for kindness is her creed.’’ Lanier. Esteli.a Galan “Learned and fair and good is she.’’ Stevenson. Hazel Gibson “To many she gives her ear, hut to few her voice.’’ Clio. Charles Gierspeck “He broadcasts with too much static and not enough volume.” Elma Gifford “Her quietness expresses her importance of presence.” Lanier. Piiilif Gilbert “Of manners gentle, of affections mild, In wit a man, in simplicity, a child.” Forty-eight Maude Gordon “A type of the wise who soar but never roam.” Kate Green ‘‘A dash of charm for It. II. 8., ‘What’s in a name?’ ” Lanier. Mary Green ‘‘None knew thee but to love thee. Nor name thee but to praise.” Herbert Gregory ‘‘Without his fresh enthusiasm the world would be dreary enough.” Stirman IIaddon ‘‘Able to lose everything but his head.” Helen IIaelbiu ‘‘A quiet little maid but oh, how smart.” Lanier. Leslie Hamilton “Where is there any fellow we would rather be f” Walker Hancock “A second Nero; he fiddles while lirackenridge studies.” Forty-nine Mildred Hardy “All things that are desired are not to he compared to her.” Gold Bug. Earle IIable “lie works to keep himself out of work.” Nobia Harris “The tongue of the just is as choice silver. ’ ’ Carita Hart “Though rich in learning, she sreketh knowledge.” Gold Bug. Estelle Harvey “She teas never known lo speak an unkind word of anyone.” Estelle IIassman “Estelle makes her work a pleasure.” Clio. Viola Hauser “A good brand of girl; she satisfies.” William Haworth “Heavy”—“heavy on his feet, but takes his studies rather lightly.” Congress. Fifty Jack Hays “He faces defeat full patiently and laughs in place of sighs.” Howard Heaslett “A go-getter”—when food is the topic for discussion.” Buena Vista Heaton “One hit of the good looking scenery of B. II. S.” Virginia Hedges “Wins everyone she meets.” Girl Reserve. Lanette Heilbron “Mischievous and full of fun, Lanette, the heart of B. II. S. has won.” Stevenson. Bernice 11enderson “Brains are quite an asset and Bernice has her share.” Gold Bug. Maurice IIennessy “Maurice is a nifty pal—true, kind, sincere. ’ ’ Robert Henry “IIis mirth can drive dull care away. Hi-Y. Congress. Fifty-one Rudolph Herwick “Unusual—a good natured red head.” Hi-Y. Gladys IIiogins “Gentle, yet with prevailing force.” Stevenson. Kathleen IIincholiff “Graceful and useful—all she does; Blessing and blest where’er she goes.” Gold Hug. Elizabeth Hipp “Fair art thou, my bonnie lass!” Library Club. Carol ITixon “lie has that dramatic power that keeps his listeners charmed.” Catherine Hollingsworth “A demure little girl who usually heads her class.” Gold Bug. Brooks Hooper “He keeps his tongue quiet and lets his brain work.” Photocraft Club. Gertrude Hoskins “Always jolly whenever you see her.” Fifty-two Katherine Howard “A (rim little lady with lots of style.” Lanier. Mary IIowle ‘‘Because of her wit she has made a hit.” Library Club. John IIulon “An unique sort of chap—he puts business before pleasure.” Gladys Humphreys “Full of vim—likes play—but never too tired to work.” Congress. Mary Ellen Hurt “Many books she carries in her arms, Yet brightness is but one of her charms. ’ ’ Josefa Iborra “A girl with a clever mind—one of the few you are able to find.” Winnie Lee Jackson “Radiant, charming, a bright jewel of Brackenridge.” Girl Reserve. Gwynne Jones “If noise were golden Gwynne would be wealthy.” Fifty-three Irene Jones “Music luitk charms—and charms also hath she.” Gold Bug. Nellie Mae Jordan “Moderation is heaven’s noblest gift” Girl Reserve. Harold Joseph “lie’s quite a sheik—at his best when having fun.” Gilman Karren “ Xor know we anything so fair, As is the smile upon thy face.” Girl Reserve. Mary Keener “You are loved for your golden voice—and beat use you’re you.” Minnie Mae Keller “Fresh—glittering with graces of mind and mien.” Adelaide Kelley “Bubbling over with merriment, she has the jolly wit of a Colleen.” Congress. ClXOTLDA K I 'M IT “A girl who is faithful and true— with heart of solid gold.” Library Club. Fifty-four Ruth Kendall “To know, to esteem, to love.” Gold Bug. Sam Kennedy “A self-starter, not a crunk.” Wilnorune Kennedy “An athlete that helped the school get an Al record in the sport world.” John Right “A youth of labor with an age of ease. ’ ’ Photocraft Club. Ruth Kilbukn “Hath talks a great deal and really says something.” Gold Bug. Katherine Kimball “In striving to do her hit She cannot help but make a hit.” Gold Bug. Corine King “She has that gay and saucy way that makes us watch her with delight.” Stevenson. Edward Kinzer “lie was a man, take him for all in all. ’ ’ Fifty-five Charlotta Klein “Few have the ability and charm that Charlotta possesses.” Nellie Klotz “A yirl with lots of pep—capable of putting her work across.” Lanier. I [ORTENSE K NOTT “Whoever loved her that loved not at first sight?” Gold Bur. Fred Kortii “A jovial lad that revels in mischief.” Brackcnridge Debating Society. Elsie Krueger “She seems to think that it is fun To keep the boys’ hearts upon the run.” Stevenson. Louise Kunert “A friend true and steadfast that is always ready to aid.” Madeline Lair “The life of the school—students fight to get in her classes.” Gold Bug. Evelyn Lambrecht “She trips the Charleston on to fame.” Fifty-six Harry Lamberth “He can always be found working —to get ahead of his brother.’’ Roy Lamberth “Sever complaining, but attempting to find some matter to be righted.” Von a Lass well. “Quiet and demure with a soul so pure.” Fidelia Leckie “As a friend in need you may count on Fidelia!” Gold Bug. Ri'th Leckie “A maiden rare—possesses brains and beauty.” Gerald Letch “About the only thing that he will never do is play a harp.” lli-Y. Lilly Levine “Precious things arc done up in small packages.” Elise Linn “Nothing in the world is so good as usefulness.” Fifty-seven Joe Lodovic “Punctuality is a quality of high importance.” John Loessburg ‘‘He put forth his best efforts that he might stand high in his class.” Lucille Lowrance ‘‘She’s a beauty, so she is— 'Tis a fact no one denies.” Stevenson. Ray Marrow “A little wit now and then Is relished by the best of men.” Thomas Malone ‘‘He never was unkind-— Such boys you seldom find.” Jeanne Mattison “A smile like a sunbeam—so cozy and caressing.” Lanier. Mary Mattison ‘‘Always her joyous prattle, Makes glad a lonesome place.” Lanier. Elton Mayfield “One of the smartest—although he doesn’t care for study.” Brackenridge Debating Society. Fifty-eight Elsie McCall “We think she’s a rare little treasure.” Library Club. Nancy Lou McCallum “A cheerful temper combined with good matured wit and delightful knowledge.” Stevenson. Alvie McDuffie “Alvie pleases by appearance as well as by kindness.” Mary McDuffie “She is welcome wherever she goes.” Alton McIver “A lad of Spring—his thoughts are turned to love.” Lucille McKee “A bright and gay little loss Quiet only when in class.” Girl Reserve. Howard McKkllips “A boy from Missouri who thinks he is from Arabia.” Howard McMillan “A paragon—an athlete who also excels in mental gymnastics.” Fifty-nine Hugh McMillan “In sports he comes out with flying colors.” Willie Zelle McNair “A convincing young lady—no wonder she represents us in debate.” Gold Bug. Winifred McNiel “Gentle she seems, purc-naturcd, thoughtful, wise.” Geraldine Meaohum “As stars that shoot across the sky —this one shines among the brightest.” Robert Medina “Ever in motion, blithesome and cheery.” Miguel Mendez “Bound to the service with unceasing care.” Los Hidalgos. Lucille Meyers “Her very frowns are, fairer far than smiles of other maidens are.” Russell Mitchell “Ceaseless aspiring—ceaseless content.” Sixty Elizabeth Moore “Oh fame!—If u-e only could keep up with her praises.” Lanier. Richard Moore “A merrier lad we couldn’t find elsewhere.” Edward Moran “He is jubilantly satisfied And all unthwarted by adversity.” Will Crews Morris “Teach iis, every day, we pray To get some of the wisdom that you store away.” Iirackenridge Debating Society. Edward Moses “Ilis words arc magic and his heart is true.” Helen Lee Mullen “Imbued with all the beauty that we worship in a star.” Opal Mullins “ 'Tis hard to part from friends so dear.” Nona .Mumme “A smile of hers would banish care, So charming is our Nona.” Sixty-one Mattileen Murray “We may brag we have a lass There’s none again so bonnie.” Gerald Myers “Still achieving, still pursuing. Learning to labor and to wait.” John Myers “lie’s always busy doing nothing.” Mabel. Myers “To see her is to love her.” Girl Reserve. Miguel Narro “Good looks do not affect his work and character.” Yetta Nayfach “She is not of a serious mind.” Girl Reserve. Clark Nkalon “Little but loud.” Augusta Neuman “Nature gave brains and good looks at hast to one person.” Stevenson. Sixty-two Mabel. Newell. “Because of popularity and work site’s always crowded.” Library Club. Elsie Nickel “One whose value far exceeds her surname.” Library Club. Louise Nims “She lives to talk and talks to live.” Girl Reserve. Arthur Norton “One whose ambition keeps him going.” Reagan. F. R. Norton “From the north but not too cold to freeze his friends.” Maggie 0 ’Brien “A combination of Irish wit and American common sense.” Tony Ogden “A player of pranks.” Harry Orth “Efficient in his practice of brotherly love.” Sixty-three Rosalie Orth “Giggling to grow thin.” Charles Pabst ‘‘At last-—a dignified senior.” Nell Patrick ‘‘Demure and sweet and loves to cat.” Clio. John Patty ‘‘Oh Hall of Fame!—accept our handsomest hog.” Ifi-Y. Brackcnridge Debating Society. Alice Payne “On politics her mind is bent; A leader among us, heaven sent.” Lanier. William Pease “A star of track—a jolly somebody —a hard worker.” Dorothy Pendleton “Simplicity and naturalness combine to make her worth while.” Joe Perez “T'nyielding in the pride of his defiance. ” Los Hidalgos. Sixty-four Maurine Perkins “A fair and stylish young muss forever surrounded by friends.” Library Club. Vernon Perkins “A captain who captivates fair hearts.” IIei.mert Peters ‘‘lie’s forever strutting the halls looking for pleasure.” Lawrence Peterson “May he sleep in peace—he usually does!” Winnie Bell Pfieffer “So well she liked the school she couldn’t slay away.” Lanier. WILMA PfLIIGHAUPT “Her father specializes in good things—she does likewise.” Girl Reserve. Wile a Mae Pinder “She. likes to talk: we like to listen.” Los Hidalgos. Mijrrei. Phillips “ When she. speaks, she says something.” Sixty-five Dorothy Prassel “So virginal, so different, she holds a distinct position.” Periclean. Melba Price “For she’s a jolly good fellow—” Mary Alice Quill “Just a little bit of girl, but lots of personality.” Periclean. Bertha Richardson “A manly maiden of decided tastes.” Isabel Riddick “Calm and serene she lives, Lets nothing ruffle her.” Kent Rider “Loud have we acclaimed our president—his praises cannot be too great.” Congress. Willie Riese “He laughs, that others may laugh. ’ ’ Lillian Rilling “Her companions know her as one so dear and friendly.” Sixtifsix Raymond Rtpstkin “His line is as good as his looks.” Hi-Y. Edward Roberts “A player of pranks and a clever artist.” Ili-Y. Elizabeth Robinson “So pretty and so sweet who could but love her?” Gold Bug. Frances Robinson “Her brains and cheerfulness keep her going.” Gold Bug. Maida Robinson “She graduates when others of her age still play with dolls.” Stevenson. Bliss Robison “Iiliss is quite a sheik in those plus fours and those pretty checked hose.” Pauline Rochester “Live and let live is not enough, She must live and help live.” Lanier. Bernice Rock “Work does not stop her.” Sixty-seven Theraldine Rogers “Her music charms the. ears of many sheiks.” John Rose “A Hose among the thorns.” Mabel Rosin “Reliable Mabel!—willing to work, always dependable.” Girl Reserve. Leonora Runke “Our dark-eyed srnorita—charming in her pleasantness.” Los Hidalgos. Lillian Russel “Quiet and demure—but oh, how we appreciate her.” Estelle Sacks “Oh fascinating creature! She keeps us thrilled with every movement.” Lanier. Jean Salisbury “Like the Sphinx her silence has not yet been broken.” Lanier. Lksta Saunders “As fair as a day in dune.” Stevenson. Sixty-eight Thelma Scarborough “She has great ambitions which are mighty good.” Erna Schmidt “We have never heard her tell about the things she can doubtless do.” Lanier. Elmer Schunke “Great men are not known until Elmer is recognized.” Brackenridge Debating Society. Ethel Sciiweers “The quiet calm of Brackenridge storms. ’ Alfred Schweppe “This superior man wishes to be slow in words and earnest in his conduct.” Brackenridge Debating Society. Eugene Scott “His good temper is like a sunny day.” Velma Scott “Her investment in knowledge will pay a good interest.” Girl Reserves. Cleo Searcy “ We are proud of her beauty, her smiles, and her charms.” Sixty-nine Doris Seawell “If nothing else could rouse us— she would.” Stevenson. Alexandra Sessa “A bright youthful face with what a blithe winning air.” Creed Siieeran “A commanding young fellow.” Kos Simpson “lie’s always had a way with the ladies. ’ ’ Alice Splawn “If Alice could see herself as we sec her, she’d fall in love with herself.” Lanier. Bill Sommers “K.O.T.C. and a broad smile—his specialties.” Fred Sonnkn “He puts forth his best efforts and succeeds.” William Staples “A young fellow with plenty of initiative.” Ili-Y. Reagan. Seventy Marshall Starr “His wisdom surpasses his dignity.” Clara Start “She flies with her own wings.” Gold Bug. Alice Stedham “An ideal girl with seriousness and humour alike.” Library Club. Sidney Stewart “A grown-up man with childish mind.” Ethel Stinson “She always sets a good example for us.” Lanier. Dorothy Stone “A great little get-about mixing fun and work.” Stevenson. La Velle Stubblefield “A frank and sweet lipped young lady, whom we dislike to lose.” Gold Butf. Meta Suche “0 learned miss! Impart to li.H.S. your ways of wisdom.” Lanier. Scvcnty-one Nelle Swearingen “She could amuse and charm away a weary hour.” Gladys Tate “Gladys is so clean and neat, To associate with her is a treat.” Lillian Tiner “A wise cracker! She seems to love to make witty remarks.” Lanier. Blaine Tingle “Rightfully named. Never seen but what she’s tingling over some excitement.” Stevenson. Ava Thom “Iler unimating smile would scare away any woe or care.” Luie Thomas “She is our hope, our joy!” Congress. Margaret Thomason “In sports she sets a pace that few can follow.” Hssie Threadgill “En dura nee—s I reng t li—sk ill, all belong to her.” Girl Reserve. Sevcnty-tico Mary Avis Tyrrell “Thus Mary is not contrary—quite the opposite.” Inez Walker “Her loveliness is shown in every glance.” Mabel Walker “Thy mien, thy tones, thy very actions place you in the choicest group, ’ ’ Lanier. Clarence Ward “In attempting not to loot for fame—he made for himself a worthy name.” Hazel Webb “ Hi r personality makes it impossible for one to dislike her.” Lanier. Eleanor Weiss “A companion who is loved for her sincerity and loyalty.” Library Club. Raphael Weiner “A scholarly young fellow—well read on many subjects.” Photocraft Club. Alto I'mberson “Her reward will be great—she has not worked in vain.” Seventy-three Stonewall Van Wie “A noisy somebody—but 0, what a sheik!” Lester Veltman ‘‘One of our-stars of sports—he can win fame in a short time.” Clinton Vilven “You can’t keep a good man down.” Hi-Y. Cleora West ‘‘She never worries, about worries —she simply hasn’t any.” Henrietta Westerhoff ‘‘A leader who can lead where others fail.” Stevenson. Harry Wharton ‘‘His capability won him places in R. 0. T. C.—in senior class — in hearts of young ladies.” Annie Vick Wilburn “We cherish always your every word and deed. The simplest record of thyself hath worth.” Lanier. Gus Wilde “He may laugh long and loud, For his cares are numbered as few.” Seventy-Jour Frankie Wiley “An earnest worker whose reward should be of the best.’’ Lon Hidalgos. Ruby Williams “She keeps with care her beauties rare.” Lanier. Anita Winkler “She has a voice of gladness and a smile and eloquence of beauty.” Naomi Wilkinson “ We need not worry about her future: her past has been so good.” Alda Willis “A serious angel with entranced eyes. Looking to far-off and celestial things.” Henry Willis “His worth is not reckoned by inches! Gladys Wilson “She holds within her gentle hand The quiet gift of dreams.” Qnp.v Wilson “■Just a flower from an old bouquet.” Seventy-five Gf.orgine Rawson “She sat s little but she thinks much.” Bernice Witchell “Red is a good color when it tops such a brilliant mind.” Elea Jane Wurzbach “A oonu-hither look gleams in her eye.” Velva Yeager “A good sport—none can surpass her.” Edna Young “Her dimples make her fair to look upon.” John Ray “Handsome is as handsome does.” Hi-Y. Kathleen Reader “She strives to make the ideal real.” Gold Bug. IIali.ie Reeder “Her executive qualities make her a leader.” Gold Bug. Seventy-six Charles Ramby “Goes through life taking the blame for half of Thomas’ doings.” Thomas Ramby “In posing for Charles’ picture he got caught.” Doris Ranthum “Welcome at overt gathering, her personality inspires.” Congress. Charles Reynolds “Inclined to be witty—but can be serious.” Reagans. Charles Walker “At last he lias succeeded in becoming a jelly-bean.” Mn.burn Menger “A villain in the making.” Glenn Murray “Still waters run deep.” Pierce Quirk “Formed to combat with others of his kind.” Seventy-seven Roland Basse “An orderly-sort-of-fellow who strives and always gains.” Harold Wallace “The sheik of B.II.S.—the girls cannot leave him alone.” Charline Kirkpatrick “With winsome grace and Irish wit.” Arthur Yourzik “A genius in the bud! Our poet laureate and an artist.” Myron Nickols “Solemn but desperate.” Brackenridge Debating Society. Porter Giles “Generous—with his words.” Robert Swearingen “His dependability places him in a line with the superiors.” Willburn Smith “Every girl’s ‘Buddy’!” Seventy-eight Mildred Reeder “Friendly with all she meets and greets.” Gold Bug. Harriet Reed “Her losses cannot compare with her gains.” Aline Rees “A sporting Venus — she comes from a sporting family.” Harry Martin “II is voice contradicts his disposition.” Raphael Martinez “Many would be worthier if they could claim his worth.” Charles Pator “An actor whose actions make him envied by many.” Roberto de los Santos “This skater makes a figure nine.” Los Hidalgos. Walter Retzloff “An answer to some maiden’s prayer.” Seventy-nine Life’s highway When at last you walk upon the Highway of the world, That narrow, crowded street of life, Do not drift with the tide into the shadows, But brave the current and the light. Upon the first slight rise in the roadway, Looking down into the valley of the world, Is an old man, with a flowing white beard, Making a figure in dust and clay. Ask who he is, and what he is making; He will answer, “I am Experience, And I am forming your Character in Life, Take this figure with you, but drop it not!” Alone with your one emblem, you walk slowly, (Lest you break the form of your Character) Down the steep mountain path. You will come to a gap in the hillside, Spanned by a narrow bridge, At the other side is a man dressed in Red. ‘‘Come over,” he says, ‘‘The bridge will hold.” He is Courage, heed him and be not afraid. Farther along the path, the roads will fork, One winding and broad, with flashing houses all adorned. On this broad Avenue a group of people lounge, They are: Vice, Dishonor, Unhappiness. Perhaps they will call you, but heed them not. For they lead but to the shadows of Satan. On the narrow roadway people walk straighter, With firmer step and they hold their heads higher. Go up this branch, even though the homes be less pompous. Stop at the large white house at the side of the road, And inquire the way to Success. ‘‘Straight ahead,” she will say, her eyes atwinklc She is Happiness; so follow her lead. Presently you will meet Love, But scoff not at Her, she is your Mate. You will follow the road together, For you have met Happiness. When last you come to the End of the Road, Be not afraid for you have followed Life straight. Arthur Yourzik. Eighty Social Calendar SEPTEMBER 21-25—Get Acquainted Week 21— Times Staff Party 26—Football Season Opens 29—Junior and Senior Class Elections OCTOBER 5—Athletic Association Organized 14, 15, 16, 17—Art Exhibit 25- 30—Book Week 29—Junior Party NOVEMBER 20—“Skits and Sketches” by Dramatic Class 26— Main-Brackenridge game DECEMBER 18—Senior Carnival 22— Stevenson Christmas Tree FEBRUARY 16— Senior Presidential Election 23—Freshie Party MARCH 19—Literary Contest 19—Junior Party 19— Contestants’ Party 23— Senior Social Meeting APRIL 9—Latin Tournament 17— Field Day 20— National Honor Society Initiation 24— Queen’s Parade MAY 1—City Press Club Banquet City R. 0. T. C. Competition 14—Gold Bug Story-telling Festival 17—1926 Annual Issued 21— Senior Stunt Night 23—Baccalaureate Sermon 25— Graduation 27—Alumni Banquet Eighty-one Eighty-two •HE oTftissions were built under great difficulty by the ‘Franciscan eTftonks. They completed the Alamo, the most famous of the missions, in 172.2. Juniors Miss Lois Ellett Arthur Goldschmidt Miss Ollie Stratton Sponsor President Sponsor (JT HE Juniors first came into the limelight on the twenty-second of Sep- tember. With the enthusiasm always aroused by any phase of pioneering, the Juniors elected the worthiest among them for leaders; then proceeded to press with aggressive energy toward the pinnacle of Brackenridge’s immortal Hall of Fame. They are the sponsors of the school magazine, “The Rouncl-Vp”. With it for an inspiration it is not likely that they will deviate from the road to success. That they have already made definite steps toward individuality and fame is proved by their party and the first issues of “The Round-Up.” FIRST ROW, Left to Right (top):—Irene Wendland, Secretary; Dorothy Lee Gill, Vice-President; William Miller, Treasurer. SECOND ROW;—Maretta Talbot, Treasurer; Margaret McClean, Vice-President; Bluford Roselle, Secretary; Joe Bonner, Sergeant-at-Arms. Eighty-four “We are for law enforcement, especially the nineteenth amendment.” Hilda Anderson Beatrice Ankerson Julia Barricklow Louise Basse Nellie Bledsoe Sara Borshow Kathryn Bossy Ruth Brock Phyllis Cameron Sue Carpenter Elsie Kress Myrtle Nell Daniels Katherine Dean Margaret De Shong Evelyn Donegan Iris Eckhardt Christine Ellis Louise Ezzell Nick Fletcher Fernando Garza Eighty five “Do we love ourselves?—” “Yes, more than we do others.’’ Mildred Gerolemy Herbert Gerth Dorothy Lee Gill Irma Goeth Arthur Goldschmidt W. I. Herndon Dena Heubaum Bob Hill Beatrice Hodges Janie Hopkins Barbara Broce Marie Grothues Fernando Guerra Fred Hardman Marguerite Hendricks Susie Mae Huckaba Laura James Jordine Jefferson Helen Johnson Joe Johnson Eighty-six “AU stars—but they shine in the daytime too.” Mary Johnson Norma Klassing Gertrude Klotz William Lowe George Marin Ruth Martin Norene Meckel Jaynee Miller Jewell Miller William Miller Elizabeth Mitchell Irene McLellan Margaret McLean James Morgan Burton Morris Mabel Morris Helen Reid Stella Rheinhardt James Reveley Mark Richards Eighty seven Virginia Peal Evelyn Peper Aubrey Peterson C. F. Peterson Elizabeth Pfeiffer Mary Louise Sutor Edith Ray born Edward Shelby Otherine Turner Henry Schmidt Edgar Pfiel Tom Pierce Hugh Phillips Bluford Roselle Charlotte Rossy Ogle Alexander Harold Joseph Herbert Brown Elizabeth Balzen Edith Frischmuth Eighty-eight La Salle, in 1684, landed at Lavaca Bay and built the ill-fated Fort St. Louis. Sophomores Left to Right, First Row (top):—E. Power, W. Jameson, J. Dodgen, M. Schwerr, A. Leonard, H. Dulling, A. Saele, S. McKennon. Second Row:—G. Linnartz, G. Gilpin, R. Staffie, R. Jones, E. Morris, A. Lee, C. Miller. The Sophomore Qlass The Sophomore Class of 1925-26 was the first second-year class ever to organize in Brackenridge High School. The “fish” met as a class for the first time early in March, 1926, and held an election of officers. Joe Johnson, popular, all-around boy, was elected president, and from the way he began his term of office it may safely be assumed that the class will be a great success. Left to Right, First Row (top):—0. Camarena, L. James, E. Watts, W. Murray, E. Gonzales, M. McRae, A. Chavez, E. Schramm, A. Gomez. Second Row:—B. Martin, C. Pankratz, W. Fallman, B. Morin, R. Alexander, M. Mueller, D. Hill. Third Row:—E. Davis, J. McDaniel, M. Jones, S. Bodenmiller, R. Pipes, F. Cook. Ninety A. Salazar, A. Sanchez, H. Holmer, A. Pagenstecher. Second Row:—L. Naranjo, T. Moore, J. Maldonado, M. Schlegel, L. Dillon, E. Medbery, D. Manne, E. Black. Betty Creech, one of the best-liked girls among the Sophomores, received the most votes for vice-president. Sue Southwell, a very capable student, was elected to the office of secretary. Thelma Huth, who has already made a name for herself in school, received the office of treasurer. Wilma Wells was elected sergeant-at-arins, and Lillian Goggan was made reporter. The good judgment shown in the selection of leaders speaks well of the ability and integrity of the class. Left of Right, First Row (top):—B. St. Clair, E. Rochester, C. Dibrell, R. Cipeela, H. Ives, V. Cummins, A. Aiken, L. Phillips, J. Bridges. Second Row:—C. Worsham, B. Sugarman, G. Koch, H. Barsun, T. Dannenberg, E. Geser, D. Milton, M. Small. Third Row:—M. Ricks, L. Hill, F. Low, M. Haye, V. Scrimpsher, T. Rose, E. Harrison. Ninety-one Left to Right, First Row (top):—H. DuBose, J. Horn, E. Caffry, R. Hay, L. Mormon, T. Mor. Second Row:—W. Medina, R. Ramlock, A. Shorip, R. Rovar, C. Albidrez, N. Cockburn, J. Aguilar, F. Dove. The number of sophomores (hat entered Brackcnridgc in September, 1925, and February, 1926, together amounted to more than seven hundred. Thomas Nelson Page and Edgar Allan Poe Junior Schools probably contributed the greatest number of students, with Sidney Lanier, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Joel Chandler Harris, Mark Twain, and others, not far behind. The Sophomore Class received its impetus during the San Antonio Manufacturers’ Association Exhibit at Brackcnridgc, when five cents for each ticket Left to Right, First Row (top):—R. Tisdel, C. Week, D. Tubbs, F. Spencer, J. Bourne, F. Glasser, B. Walers, E. LaFon, E. Brown. Second Row:—W. Mann, E. Grouis, G. Lacy, D. Livengood, E. Lewis, E. Grother, V. Hill, E. Stinson. Third Row:—E. Robinson, L. Libstinitz, H. Porter, E. Burk, R. Williams, R. Dellinger, C. Schwers. Ninety-two Left to Right, First Row (top):—B. Creech, L. Miller, D. Millard, M. Lester, F. Sims, F. Daby, E. Moore, L. Clavin. Second Row:—D. Deaker, F. Machert, H. Howard, J. Barby, M. Wheeler, P. Wilcoz, V. Werrich, F. Kunnorn. was offered by the Association to tlie class having the greatest number of patrons attending the Exhibit. The number of sophomore tickets turned in far exceeded that reported by the other classes. It was after this initial victory that the class effected its organization. Seventy of the sophomores have already distinguished themselves by being on the exceptional list. At least three of the class members have made averages which rank among the highest in the school. Jay Sam Levy, Lillian Goggan. “• fiine, - i. rainier, y. tvomman, v. LiUCK. Second Row:—L. Hall, E. Lipner, H. Lacy, G. Crossley, D. Priest, L. Rendle, W. Carrico, J. O Donnell. Third Row: G. Arnold, E. Rips, M. Gilbert, D. Krawitz, H. Patterson, B. Parmer, L. McEnery. Ninety-three Left to Right, First Row (top):—E. Cude, C. Kutzer, F. Maness, E. Feidtke, L. Marke, E. Hill, F. Croos, M. Nuessle, E. Vaughn. Second Row:—P. McCutchon, J. Khitoth, J. Elledge, O. Ratcliff, L. Shoor, S. Vance, G. Flores, R. Williams, Jr., Z. Wahrmund. and Margaret McMahon are those who have maintained averages above ninety-five. Meryl Yarborough has in her first year won unusual distinction by being selected one of the team of two which will represent Brackenridge in the spelling contest with Main Avenue High School. She made the highest grades of anyone entering the try-outs. Thelma Huth is probably the most outstanding and best known of the Left to Right, First Row (top):—R. Milam, H. Chester, F. Guerra, C. Prothro, R. Gonnenween, M. Crowell, M. Hyatt, M. Randolph. Second Row:—I. Williams, G. Cook, M. Grace, L. Montgomery, E. Berger, E. Northrup, B. Page, M. Baker. Third Row:—I. Montanio, O. Ezzell, M. Gass, W. Wells, R. Childs, B. Creech, M. Krakauer. Ninety-four Left to Right, First Row (top):—J. Vanik, R. Elborn, L. Coggeshall, H. Little, C. Bull, F. Coggeshall, L. Johnson, R. Jones, J. Canion. Second Row:—R. Gentry, F. Walker, M. Cohen, M. Jenkins, W. Weatherly, R. Hammett, R. Tumlinson, D. Kelly, E. Grona. Third Row:—R. Creighton, T. Jones, F. Cadwell, R. Webb, M. Trevino, L. Swain, H. Linn. sophomores. Coming to Bracken ridge from Thomas Nelson Page, where, as business manager of the Page Confederate, she kept the school publication on its feet, she entered immediately into the work of getting advertisements for both the Times and La Retains. Her service along this line is inestimable. If the Sophomore class maintains the high standards it has set for itself, the graduating Class of 1928 will be the best Brackenridge High School has ever produced. Left to Right, First Row (top):—R. Schurch, J. Funderburg, H. Colman, G. Ledebuke, H. Schrolle, J. Wilson, L. Whilte, R. Mather. Second Row:—J. Moss, E. Dreiss, C. Goodspeed, J. Pennychick, W. Scholz, J. Blackburn, M. Kilhorn, C. Shepherd, I. Smith. Third Row:—E. Ritchey, B. Wolf, E. Pflughaupt, C. Steputes, W. Sullender, B. Sullin, R. Coll, E. Reyes. Ninety-five - 'Ninety-six oActivities - 4k w 9rom 1528 until 1875 the Indians — cApaches, Gomanches, and 'toonkewas were an almost insurmountable barrier across the pathway of civilization. ) HE first strictly scholastic contest engaged in by the pioneers was the old fashioned spelling match which tested the skill of old and young alike at many social gatherings at the school. (Contestants BACK ROW:—Janie Hopkins, Nelle Swearingen, Mary Avis Tyrell, Juliana Moss. FRONT ROW:—Elizabeth Grother, Maretta Talbot, Lawrence Brainard, Dorothy Clutter, Hazel Emley. Latin (Contestants t T 'll E Latin Contestants upheld tlie usual standard of Brackenridge by win-ing the four highest awards in the District Latin Tournament held April 9, 1926. Jay Sam Levey won the first place in the second year of Caesar; Jay Sam Levey and Elizabeth Grother won the school prize in the second year Latin; and Maretta Talbot won first place in the third year Cicero. Maretta Talbot won a prize of $15; Jay Sam Levey, with an average of 96. won $10. Elizabeth Grother won a gold pin by making a grade of 91. The tests on Latin Studies and Caesar’s Gallic War were also won by Brackenridge High School. Others representing Brackenridge were: Nelle Swearingen, Lawrence Brainard, Mary Avis Tyrell, Julianna Moss, Dorothy Clutter, and Hazel Emley. One Hundred BACK ROW, Left to Right:—Will Crews Morris, Kathleen Conring, Fred Hardman, Pauline Rochester, and Mildred Hardy. FRONT ROW, Left to Right:—Meryl Yarborough, Meta Suche, Willie Zelle McNair, and Norma Detmers. Interscholastic Contestants f T 'HE Interscholastic Literary contestants of 1926 gloriously vindicated the vLy honor of Bracken ridge in the annual tilt with Main Avenue High on March 19, when they won five out of the six literary events. Pauline Rochester won the essay contest, writing on the subject, “The Spirit of 1776”. Kathleen Conring, declaiming “The Child of the Alamo”, won the girls’ declamation; and John Patty won the boys’ declamation with “The Imaginary Speech of John Adams”. Will Crews Morris and Fred Hardman were winners in the boys’ debate, discussing the affirmative of the subject:“Resolved that the Child Labor amendment should be adopted.” The girls’ debate was won by Willie Zelle McNair and Norma Detmers who upheld the negative of the same question. Meta Suche and Meryl Yarborough composed the team who won the spelling contest. Main Avenue won in Extempore Speaking: Mildred Hardy was the Brackenridge representative. The coaching of these talented students was done by Misses Jeston Dickey and Ruby West. Representing the city of San Antonio, Brackenridge contestants will enter the State meet at Austin May 6, 7, 8. Relying on their ability, the school is confident that the contestants will make a good record for both school and city. One Hundred One BACK ROW, Left to Right:—Clara Start, Elaine Tingle, Ruth Price, Miss Mary Kroeger, Charlotte Rossy, Ina Buckner, and Katherine Kimball. FRONT ROW, Left to Right:—Eleanor Baugh, Ava Thom, Hortense Covington, Irene Jones, Frances Mohrman, and Evelyn Black. e flusic Contestants T} RACKENRIDGE was represented at the Fifth Annual Texas Inter-scholastic Music Meet at Baylor College, Belton, Texas, by the Gypsy Trio, Girls’ Glee Club, and the Orchestra. The Gypsy Trio, composed of Hortense Covington, Angelina Gomez, and Frances Mohrman won first honors in class A for the best trio. Hortense Covington, a senior, won second place in the voice contest and was awarded a scholarship to Baylor College. The instructor will be selected by the college. The Girls’ Glee Club, composed of Clara Start, Elaine Tingle, Ruth Price, Charlotte Rossy, Ina Buckner, Katherine Kimball, Eleanor Baugh, Ava Thom, Hortense Covington, Irene .Jones, Frances Mohrman, and Evelyn Black won first place in Class A. The Brackenridge Orchestra, combined with the Main Avenue Orchestra, won first place in the orchestra contest. This contest has been held annually at Baylor College for the past five years for the purpose of stimulating greater interest in music in Texas high schools. One Hundred Two •HE “13he exas Qazette”, founded in 1829 at San fyelipe by Qodwin 3i. Cotton, was the first newspaper in the State. cPublications Mildred Wilson Blanche Williams Ora Johnson Florence White Assistant Art Sponsor Art Sponsor Business Sponsor Literary Sponsor La Retama The staff wishes to thank the classes, organizations, and faculty, for their keen support in making possible the ’26 La Retama. The art staff is indebted to Phillip Gilbert, Doris Ranthum, Arthur Werner, William Pease, Clifford Young, Elizabeth Moore, Gladys Higgins, and Ogden Bretz, who have contributed faithful work on the sub-title pages. Dorothy Henriehson and Kathleen Conring have materially helped the editorial staff in the final editing of the hook. The advertising staff wishes to thank Thelma Iluth and Joe Johnson, two sophomores whose work is responsible for almost half of the advertising section. One Hundred Four Elmer Schunke Frederick Dodge Lou Ella Fuqua Business Manager Editor-in-Chief Associate Editor The Photography Club and the ‘‘San Antonio Light” have helped the staff in obtaining photographs. Although at times the work has seemed difficult, the staff has been upheld by a consciousness of the value of the service performed. The purpose of the staff has been to make the annual represent the entire school; whatever measure of success has been achieved is due to the loyal spirit of the Brackenridge students and faculty, without whose help the large class, club, faculty, military, athletic, and feature sections would have been impossible. Marjorie De Marsha, Assistant Business Manager; Howard McMillan, Athletic Editor; William Lowe, Art Editor; Augusta Neuman, Wild Cat Editor; Pauline Rochester, School Editor; Ruby Williams, Club Editor; Winnie Lee Jackson, Society Editor; Mabel Rosin, Typist; Alfred Guerra, Cartoonist; Raphael Weiner, Advertising Manager. One Hundred Five Miss Oluk Stratton Sponsor Christine Ellis Editor-in-Chief James Morgan Associate Editor The Tgund'Up (1 N order to fill a long felt need for a medium through which literary efforts Q_J of the students of B.II.S. might he expressed, tlie Junior Class decided to publish a magazine. The magazine is purely literary and artistic, and contains only the host of the literary work of the students. It contains no news and is wholly unlike the pictorial representations, such as appear in the Annuals. In structure it was modelled upon the plan of the Century and other 100% One Hundred Six James Revely Janie Hopkins William Lowe Business Manager Reporter Art Editor magazines. The theme of the first issue centered around the season of Christmas, each story, essay, and poem appropriately fitting the season, and appropriately illustrated by cuts. The second issue, appearing about the time of the celebration of Texas Independence, uses Texas as a theme,—original Texas legends, poems, of Texas cities and heroes, and Texas stories with the atmosphere of spring. tLeft to Right, First Row (top):—J. Miller, A. Peterson, I. E. Wendland. Second Row:—D. L. Gill, A. Goldschmidt, B. Groce. Third Row:—C. F. Peterson, J. Miller, G. Klotz D. Montalbo. One Hundred Seven Miss Florence White Editing Sponsor Pauline Rochester Editor-in-Chief Mr. M. M. Bruit Printing Sponsor STARTING out in September with a complete reorganization of staff and many improvements in the printing department, “The Braekenridge Times has experienced a very successful year. With Pauline Rochester as e itor, and under the excellent supervision of Miss Florence White, Mr. George Dickerson and Mr. M. M Breit , , . , ™ A schools in the annual comZt !, PaP°’' Bcored ,1CXt 1o h, hcst amon� Class ot the Texas High School Press Association. One Hundred Eight Augusta Neuman Alice Payne Associate Editor News Editor Lou Ella Fuqua Feature Writer For the second time, Pauline won the state editorial contest, her subject this year being “Can You Conquer Defeat?” She also scored third in the news story contest. During both terms of 1925-26 the Times staff was composed of many of the most intellectual students in the school whose writing was a great aid in giving life, variety, and style to the paper. Throughout the entire year, the Times has upheld a standard of high ideals, sportsmanship, and service to the school. Left to Right, First Row (top):—E. Sacks, J. Morgan, K. Conring, J. Patty, F. Dodge, A. Splawn, H. Westerhoff. Second Row.—D. Dethleffson, R. Williams, E. Stinson, E. Schunke, A. Goldschmidt, J. Perez, J. Salisbury. Third Row:—L. Herndon, C. Hart, M. DeMarsha, W. Miller, M. Rosin, R. Saenz, E. Peper. One Hundred Nine One Hundred Ten IOLINS in the hands of expert ‘‘fiddlers supplied the music for the Virginia 'Reel and the other dances engaged in at the few strictly social gatherings. e fCusic Mr. Otto Zoeller Orchestra Walker Hancock.....................President Mildred Ross man..............Vice President Irene Jones..............Secretary-Treasurer Machine Perkins.....................Reporter f T HE Brackenridge Senior Orchestra was VJy organized November, 1925. Besides entertaining Brackenridge students with their music by playing at all school assemblies, operettas, and plays, the orchestra under the name of the “Radio Orchestra” entertained the public by playing over Radio Station W.C.A.R. and W.O.A.I. Director As a part of the San Antonio Senior Sym- phony Orchestra directed by Mr. Otto Zoeller, they have given many concerts and various other entertainments, playing several times at the Palace Theater, at many churches, and for operettas of the different Junior High Schools. The Teachers’ Council enjoyed a program rendered by the members of the orchestra who went to Belton to compete in the State Orchestra contest. Brackenridge High School feels honored in the election of Walker Hancock as president of the San Antonio Symphony Orchestra. This orchestra won the cup given in the State Music Meet to the best high school orchestra in Texas. One Hundred Twelve he Band r T_ ITE San Antonio High School band, which is composed of sixty members, thirty of whom are from Brackenridge, was organized September, 192!). The instruments used by the band, which are valued at more than a thousand dollars, were purchased with the proceeds of a series of concerts. The concerts were exceedingly successful. The band is very well balanced in that it has every instrument required for a good band and has proved successful under the supervision of Mr. Otto Zocllcr. The success of the Field Day was due in a large measure to the music furnished by the entire band under the direction of Mr. Otto Walker Hancock Bandmaster Zoeller. One of the special features of the opening of the Lions’ Field play-ground was the program given by the band; the opening of the Municipal Auditorium was also featured by a band concert. During the football season the Eagles were cheered on to victory by the presence of the band. Parading the street in uniform, they drew additional numbers to the Brackenridge-Austin game. The band has displayed unusual loyalty by participating faithfully in every school and civic activity. One Hundred Thirteen Miss A [ary Kroeger Director he Qlec Club 'IIE Glee Club under the direction of Miss Mary Kroeger worked for and received affiliation in music for the first time in the history of Brackenridge High School. A study of theory and sight reading formed the basis of their scholastic work. Distinct among their achievements was the presentation of the operetta, “ Love Pirates of Hawaii”; it was given, not only at Brackenridge High School, but at Incarnate Word College and at Alamo Heights High School. The Glee Club presented a very popular Indian program in several towns nearby. Under the name of the Gypsy Trio, Hortense Covington, Elizabeth Tate, and Prances Mohrman, accompanied by Irene Jones, won fame for the High School hy singing for many teas, banquets, and radio programs in San Antonio and adjoining towns. The Gypsy Trio won the cup given at the State Music Meet to the best high school trio in Texas. Hortense Covington also won honor by being ranked second in the vocal solo contest. Walker Hancock received second place in the violin competition. One of the services rendered this city as a whole was the presentation of two chorus numbers at the opening of the Municipal Auditorium. One Hundred Fourteen Jean Lafitte, the famed tBarrataria buccaneer, in i8iq, built the pirate town of Campeche on the site of the present city of Qalveston. 'With it as a base he preyed on Spanish commerce for many years. IN DISGUISE When Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn rub shoulders with Queen Elizabeth and Minehaha kids Captain Kidd—the Lanier Society celebrates Book Week.—Aloha Oe and Star Spangled Banner all mixed up with Pirates bold! Curtain scene from the operetta “Love Pirates of Hawaii” given by the Glee Clubs.—Yo! Ho! Ho! And a bottle of sody-pop! Some desperate characters escaped from the operetta cast. One Hundred Seventeen COLORFUL COSTUMING “Maidens from the Rhine”—German Club play. Madam Fuqua tells fortunes at the Senior Carnival. Star of the Hawaiian operetta.—The Creek braves assemble on the creek. Hank-Choral Club Indian program.—Not angels but snow flakes or maybe the spirit of Santa Claus—German Club Christmas play. One Hundred Eighteen ASSEMBLY SCENES Darktown does the Charleston at the B. H. S. Minstrel for the weekly assembly. Who’s who behind the shoe polish? —A portion of the student body “a la back of the neck” at the Public Speaking Department’s assembly.—Eighteen Rookies show their fellow students how still they can stand while the Red Cross Nurse tries not to laugh. Armistice Day assembly. One Hundred Nineteen Gay lassies o’ Scotland-nee s«” P„h£“iglS T f ti™ ’■'? Si S-A'S Hidalgos a. Kield Day exercises. One Hundred Twenty FOOTBALL—FIGHTERS AND FANS Bobby lines up his Eagles for a squint at the camera.—Just a taste of the rooters who turned out for the B.H.S.-Main game.—What once spelled B.H.S. That is, until an epidemic of “sun-in-the-eye” wrought havoc. One Hundred Twenty one CLUB CLUES A balcony scene with three Juliets and not a Romeo in sight! This happens to the Clio Club’s Reference Library, however.—A group of serious minded students,--the Brackenridge Debating Society, listen to Patrick Henry’s line.—The initiation ceremony of the Los Hidalgos looks kinda dangerous, especially if the Supreme Butcher Knife Holder has a grudge against you! One Hundred Twenty-two A MEDLEY Casting votes for the ‘'Elephant Fund.” The Heroine Fair who won a Carnegie Hero Medal. A Home Nursing student wraps a mean bandage.—“The Ghost!”—Scene from Gold Bug Club play.—Speaking for Brackenridge, Kathleen Conring makes a soap box speech to the innocent fish. One Hundred Twenty-three TWO PLACES OF NOURISHMENT The Model Dining Room where luncheons can be given in a regular home atmosphere and where the body is fed midst pleasing surroundings.—The Library where brain food is served between meals to starving minds. Needless to say that indigestion from overeating does not occur here. One Hundred Twenty-four OASES Drop in and make yourself at home! The Student's Conference Room affords a respite from the hustle and bustle in the halls. A quiet place for a friendly chat or a “conference” (?) with “Her Deanship.”—The Honorable Faculty has its own private library. Looks kinda restful, eh what? One. Hundred Twenty-five A SEA OF FACES The San Antonio Senior Symphony Orchestra which represents students from Brackenridgre and Main Avenue.—The Seniors shake a wicked Charleston at their Mid-Term dance.—A Reunion of friends—the B.H.S. Alumni Banquet. One Hundred Twenty-six R. 0. T. C. Ready! Aim! Fire! Bingo! The cadets show the world they can shoot something else besides bull.—More war! They might just be faking it, but just the same we wouldn’t like to be within range!—The Major and some of his trusty Cadet Officers. One Hundred Twenty-seven TABLEAUX Heap Big Chief Lois Beasley instructs the tribe in Tea Table Etiquette before going to the Girl Reserve Tea lor the Faculty.—“In Flanders Fields where poppies grow between the crosses row on row'.”—The stage setting at the Armistice Day Assembly put everybody in the right spirit for the occasion. One Hundred Twenty-eight HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS The weather man double-crosses the student body and lets it snow when there isn’t any school.—The Stevenson Literary Club disproves that there “ain’t no Santy Claus” at their annual Christmas Tree for the orphans. P. S. Fire ordinances and NOT the latest rules for interior decoration are responsible for the monogramed wall paper. One Hundred Twenty-nine FIRST AID, LAB, AND ART First aid to the injured! In 212 where Home-nursing students mend everything from broken hearts to broken heads. The patient is beginning to think that the guy that wrote “Compensation” wasn’t so dumb after all.—Scientists at work in “Lab.”— But the artists don’t try to fool the Public by pretending not to know what it’s all about. One Hundred Thirty THE HOMEMAKERS Those who still believe that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach take cooking and pave the way.—Where boys are carpenters and bruised fingers are everyday happenings. They can make you anything from a hat rack to a cedar chest.— Learning how to put the furniture stores out of business. A class in Manual Training at work. One Hundred Thirty-one PUBLICATION POSES Their artistic and literary highnesses get snapped. The Times Gang at Belton. Three little Juniors all in a row representing the Magazine Staff.—Unusual scene in Journalism class—everybody’s quiet!—Where the Times and a little bit of everything else is printed. One Hundred Thirty-two MAKING HISTORY Mae Murray alias Miss Armstrong in local surroundings- -Song and jazz from the B.D.S. minstrel- Arthur Goldschmidt as Ponce de Leon at the Fountain of Youth at Baylor College. The Purple warriors off on the quest for honors at Waco. Four fair Brackenites basking in the sunshine under the shade of the Cradle of Liberty. One Hundred Thirty-three FIESTA FLOATS Brackenridge Babes have a float in the big Parade—Don’t they put it over the big guys tho’? The Senior Class won first prize on this float in the Battle of Flowers Parade. Pink, lavender, and touches of silver made a beautiful spectacle of it. The posies on the outside were wistaria; those on the inside were? Queen Mary Mattison and her Duchesses, Kennie De Laya and Maurine Cude. Occasion—The School Queens' Parade. One Hundred Thirty-Jour ACTIVITY MIXTURE Launcelot and Elaine appear in the Lanier book week pageant. Everything from China to the Hawaiian Islands appeared in the skit “Sweethearts from the Song.” Mildred Hardy feigns a faint in “The Ghost Story” given by the Dramatic Class. Shorthand speedster is Mary Avila. Lillian Ogletree is learning to play dolls all over again in Interior Decoration class. Fairies and imps in last year's prize winning float. One Hundred Thirty-five ROSES AND HONOR “Ring around the rosy” or maybe it's jumping the rope. It happened at the Rose Day Festival. More roses in a row—The Rose Day is an annual Springtime event sponsored by the Clio History Club. Impressive and beautiful is the initiation ceremony of the National Honor Society. Miss B. L. Dickey directs and Public Speaking Department students act like what they’re not. One Hundred Thirty six he early settlers welcomed the newcomer by gathering with draught-oxen and axes to fell the timber and build for him his log-hut. J [ational cMonor Society NE of the highest honors that can be conferred upon a student in his senior year is his election to the National Honor Society. The initiation was held on April 20, the following students taking part in the ceremony: Maude Ellen Davis, Regent; Lesta Saunders and Virginia Mae H.vbrogar, attendants to Regent; Irene Earle McClellan, Warden of Scholarship; Dorothy Lee Gill, Warden of Service; Irene El Wendland, Warden of Character; Frederick Dodge, Warden of Leadership; Smith Kirby, Flag Bearer; Burton Morris, Chaplain; Doris Seawell, Spirit of Patriotism. FIRST ROW:—N. Detmers, J. Rose, M. DeMarsha, Miss B. L. Dickey, Sponsor, A. Neuman, L. E. Fuqua, P. Rochester. SECOND ROW:—E. Stinson, J. Patty, H. Westerhoff, R. Williams, C. Reynolds, C. Fitch, K. Martin, W. Z. McNair, W. Lozano. THIRD ROW:—E. Schunke, M. Brown, D. Prassel, K. Brown, V. Lasswell, M. Smith, M. Hardy, E. Ball, W. L. Jackson. FOURTH ROW:—A. Payne, E. Moore, K. Rider, N. Patrick, K. Conring, W. C. Morris, L. Heilbron, J. Perez, R. Makrow. FIFTH ROW:—F. Leckie, G. Humphrey, C. Hart, E. Sacks, D. Bridges, E. Furman, M. Suche, R. Mitchell, M. A. Tyrell. One Hundred Thirty-nine Los hidalgos Roberto de los Santos............................ President Mencrva Cavazos................Vice President and Secretary Bayless Stewart...................................Treasurer Purpose—To further stimulate interest in Spanish manners. customs, and lanyuaye. Colors—Red and yellow Motto—“Adelaide, siempre adelante Los Hidalgos holds a unique place in Brackenridge. In this club, students study Spanish more intimately and learn to apply it. They carry on Spanish manners and customs; for instance, the members are called “dons” and “Donnas”, and the Pinata is held every year at Christmas. Instead of a Christmas tree a jar full of goodies is hung low from the ceiling, and blindfolded members attempt to break the jar and so obtain the contents. Since the club was organized in 1921, prominent men of Mexico, Central America, and South America have spoken to the club. Top Row:—N. Detmers, J. Perez, M. Mendez, B. Stewart, W. M. Pinder. Middle Row:—F. Tobar, L. Rhunke, B. Hodges, F. Wiley, G. Marin. Bottom Row:—F. Garza, R. Davila, L. Flores, I. Josefa, M. Avila, T. Ogden. One Hundred Forty erPericlean Debating Society Kathleen Conring.................................President Helen Reichert..............................Vice President Dorothy Prassel..................................Secretary Purpose—To train in the art of debating and foster leadership in its members. Colors—Green and gold Motto—“Ignorance never settled the question.” The Pericleans’ Greek Day is the event of the year for this only girls’ debating club of Brackenridge. In April, the Pericleans array themselves in the garments of the Greek goddesses, elect a reigning Aphrodite, assemble on the beautiful grounds of the school, and dine upon “sweetened nectar and luscious ambrosia,” far-famed food of the gods and goddesses. The Periclean Debating Society usually furnishes the girls’ debating teams for the school. Top Row:—D. Prassel, K. Conring, Miss A. Jary. Bottom Row:—M. A. Quill, H. Reichert, H. De Synek, A. Reveley. One Hundred Forty-one fflio Qlub Nell Patrick.......................................President Maretta Talbot................................Vice President Jaynee Miller......................................Secretary Purpose—To make an interesting and entertaining study of history. Flower—Pink rose. Motto—“He who conquers himself conquers all.” Clio Rose Day is an established feature of the year at Brackenridge. In the spring when the roses are blooming their prettiest and teachers are feeling their best, the faculty, in whose honor the day is observed, gather on the grounds of the school and are entertained by Clios, who shower rose petals quite extravagantly. Top Row:—E. Clavin, M. Talbot, N. Patrick, J. Miller, E. Hassman. Middle Row:—M. Johnson, I. Eckert, M. Gates, B. Benham, H. Gibson, E. Young. Bottom Row:—P. Cameron, R. Brock, M. Reader, F. Sanders, M. Gordon, M. Cameron. One Hundred Forty-two Stevenson’s Literary Society Augusta Neuman...................................President Lanette Heilbron............................Viet President Elaine Tingle....................................Secretary Purpose—To study literature and train character and leadership in its members. Colors—Orange and white Flower—Shasta daisy A worthwhile work of the Stevensons is its annual Christmas Tree for the orphans. A huge Christmas tree is placed on the stage of the auditorium where Santa Claus himself distributes with a blessing a toy and some fruit to each little orphan who is entertained. The Stevenson Christmas Tree is always keenly looked forward to by little orphans and is recognized by the city to be one of the loveliest and most charitable undertakings of a school organization. Left to Right, First Row (top):—D. Hendrickson, L. Heilborn, A. Neuman, E. Tingle. Second Row:—H. Westerhoff, Lucille Lowrance. N. Bledsoe, L. Saunders, L. King, D. Stone. Third Row:—E. Krueger, L. Seeger, M. McCallum, D. Seawell, I. Bowen, C. Ellis. Fourth Row:—E. Lambert, M. Daniels, Bernice Witchell, S. Gallan, G. Higgins, S. Borshow, M. Cude. One Hundred, Forty-three Qold B ugs Hal lie Reeder.......................................President Irene Jones.....................................Vice President Carita Hart.........................................Secretarxj Purpose—To further interest in original short stories. Annually, in May, a story telling festival is sponsored by the Gold Bugs, and at the same time medals are awarded for the year’s best stories written by the members of the club. The winner of the story telling contest is given a prize, as also is the teller of the best Texas legend. The Gold Bugs always honor the teachers of the school with delightful teas during the year. Left to Right, First Row (top):—K. Reeder, C. Hart, I. Jones, H. Reeder, M. Hardy, C. Stuart, M. Urban, H. Covington. Second Row:—H. Johnson, E. Leim, C. Hollingsworth, O. Mullins, E. Archer, P. Brodnax, VV. Z. McNair, B. Henderson, N. Wilkinson. Third Row:—C. Fitch, R. Kilburn, B. Davis, E. Evans, D. Dealing, M. Lair, M. Bowles, M. Price, H. Mullen. Fourth Row:—F. Leckie, A. Sessa. N. Klassing, T. Faust. K. Kimball, F. Robinson, R. Kendall, E. Robinson, S. Reinhardt. One Hundred Forty-four Qirl serves Velma Scott.......................................President Barbara Groce................................Vice President Majoric De Marsha.................................Secretary Purpose—“To further the cause of Christ in everyday living.” Colors—Blue awl white. Motto—“In God we trust.” The Girl Reserves is a nationally known organization reputed for its high standards, pure motives, and good work. The group at Brackenridge are true representatives of the Girl Reserve insignia. It is one of the largest clubs in the school and takes an important part in all activities of the student body. The G. R.’s are known for their charity work among the poor of the city and also among their sisters of other lands. Every year they send gifts to the Indian Reservations. The highest honor a Girl Reserve can attain is to acquire a ring which is awarded for faithful work and honorable records. Top Row:—L. McGee, W. Phlughaupt, V. Scott, B. Groce, M. De Marsha, M. Robinson. Second Row:—S. M. Huckaba, Y. Nayfach, E. Ealy, V. Hedges, L. Levine, L. Karren. Third Row:—E. Furman, G. Tate, M. Rosin, L. Nims, O. Wilson, E. Threadgill. Bottom Row:—M. Phillips, L. Beasley, A. Nims, M. Myers, W. L. Mackson, K. de Laya, J. Barricklow. One Hundred Forty-five Rgagan Debating Society C. F. Peterson......................................President Aubrey Peterson...............................vice President Charles Reynolds....................................Secretary Purpose—To delevop mentally and morally its members in leadership. Colors—Gold and black Motto—“Let onward be our aim.” The Reagan Debating Club is one of the influential debating societies of the school. It was organized in 1918 and its membership has been greater than that of any other debating club in Brackenridge. The club has often furnished debaters for the school; last year Louis Shapiro, then president, was on the debating team that represented Brackenridge in the Interscholastic Debates. The Reagans usually contest their old rivals, the Brackenridge Debating Society for honors in tennis, golf, and baseball events, while the banquet for the retiring president, William Miller has been the chief social event of the year. Top Row:—J. Drake, W. Miller, B. Roselle, A. Peterson. Middle Row:—H. Willis, J. Waite, W. Staples, C. Reynolds. Bottom Row:—M. Richards, T. Beckworth, A. Norton, T. Pierce, F. Guerra. One Hundred Forty-six 5Brackenridge ‘Debating Society Will Crews Morris......................................President Fred Hardman.....................................Vice President Arthur Goldschmidt.....................................Secretary Purpose—To practice the art of public speaking, specializing in debating. The Brackenridge Debating Society is the oldest club in school, organized the term before Brackenridge High School opened its doors the following September. Its history is a glorious one, for every year it has had representative debaters in the Interscholastic Debates. Six years it furnished the entire team; once its team took first place in the state; year before last the team, Theodore Weiss and Paul Mazur, took second place in the state, and this year its team Will Crews Morris and Fred Hardman, are expected to “carry on”, as is the deolaimer, John Patty. Left to Right, First Row (top):—J. Patty, F. Dodge, F. Hardman, W. Morris, A. Goldschmidt, J. Revely, E. Schunke. Second Row:—J. Childs, M. Nichols, E Mayfield, Miss R. West, Mr. C. E. Troutz, D. Montalbo, E. Fial. Third Row:—M. Lurray, M. Derden, P. Higgins, T. Morman, F. Korth, J. Johnson, M. Klassing. One Hundred Forty-seven The Hi-Y Club of Bracken ridge is a branch of the International Hi-Y Club which is sponsored by the Y.M.C.A. The work of the club is inspiring and elevating and the boys who are members are examples of that for which the organization stands—clean speech, clean athletics, clean scholorship, and clean living. The successful events of the year are varied: the Father and Son Banquet, the Older Boys’ Conference, the Mother and Son Banquet, and Best Girl Night. The Hi-Y Club continues to grow in prominence, while its members are leaders in school affairs. Left to Right, First Row (top):—Mr. Alex Waite, A. Goldschmidt, G. Letch, J. Morgan, S. Kirby, Mr. C. E. Troutz, J. Ray, Mr. D. E. Grederick. Second Row:—J. Waite, W. Staples, R. Rippestein, W. Hancock, M. Felt, J. Patty, E. Pfeil, J. Childs. Third Row:—W. Herndon, E. Roberts, W. Miller, W. Lowe, R. Herewick, M. Richards, R. Saenz, W. Naylor. Fourth Row:—H. Phillips, C. Vilven, M. Derden, C. Reynolds, 0. Bretz, L. Herndon, H. Goeth, R. Henry. One Hundred Forty-eight Thoto'Qraft Qlub Hugh Phillips........................................President William Staples.................................Vice President Louise Kunert........................................Secretary Purpose—To instruct its members in photography and to provide pictures for school publications. Colors—Gold and black The Photo-Craft Club, sponsored by Mrs. Mae Musgrave, is a new organization in Brackenridge High School and as yet is not perfected; it is not complete in its outline of practical and social work. However, the club has a unique field in which to work and will no doubt in the future be one of the most useful organizations of the school and offer one of the most helpful of courses. Top Row, Left to Right:—W. Staples, H. Phillips, M. Narro. Middle Row:—R. Weiner, L. Moore, M. Clauscwitz, Miss Viola Moore. Bottom Row:—L. Kunert, J. Right, B. V. Heaton, Brooks Hooper. One Hundred Forty-nine Qerman Qiub Metta Suche 1 Worth Luckett | Helen Haelbig i Herbert Gerth j Irma Goeth Olivia Zellner ( .....Presidents Vice Presidents ... .Secretaries Purpose—To create interest in the German language, the literature, and the customs of Germany. Motto—“Lerne was, so kannst du was.” The German Club, although new this year, has gone far in accomplishing some worthwhile things. Before Christmas, there was given in the auditorium a complete German program of plays, skits, folk songs, all in the German language. This unique club, of which there are two sections, one the third period and one the fourth, has adopted a rule that the speaker of an English word during meetings must pay a fine. Left to Right, First Row (top):—N. Detmers, M. Klassing, K. Conring, H. Haelbig, M. Suche, I. Goeth. Second Row:—E. Hassman, H. Reed, M. Beck, L. Basse, H. Gerth, S. Reinhardt. Third Row:—C. Rossy, E. Krueger, A. Ferguson, N. Enderly, M. Simon, L. Kunert. One Hundred Fifty Lanier Literary Society Estelle Sacks..................................President Alice Payne...............................Vice President Lou Ella Fuqua.................................Secretary Purpose—To study the arts and those who create them; to train in leadership and character. Colors—Green and white Motto—“Work first, then rest.’’ The Lanier Literary Society was organized in 1916 by Miss Ollie Stratton, a teacher in the English department. It has grown until today it is one of the most influential organizations in school and numbers among its members some of the most prominent students in Braekenridge High School. The club has made a very interesting study of American and foreign writers, musicians, painters, and poets and their works. Top Row:—M. De Shong, L. E. Fuqua, J. Miller, E. Sacks, A. Payne, D. L. Gill, P. Rochester. Middle Row:—N. Klotz, A. Splawn, M. Smith, M. McLean, E. Schmidt, D. Dethleffsen, L. Council. Bottom Row:—E. Goeth, L. Tiner, H. Haelbig, E. M. Berry, L. James. E. Stinson, One Hundred Fifty-one Lanier Literary Society Continued The big annual event of the Lanier Literary Society is its Book Week Pageant, in which the Laniers don the garb of famous literary characters and pass in beautiful panorama on the stage of the auditorium, bringing to the audience the beauty of literature and the humanness and comradeship of its characters. The annual St. Patrick’s Banquet is the chief social event of tlie year. It is attended with mystery until the very last minute when the toast mistress is announced. Top Row:—C. Froebel, C. Rossey, R. Williams, A. V. Wilburne, M. Walker, E. Moore. Middle Row:—J. Jefferson, E. Gifford, I. McClellan, M. Suche, G. Klotz, E. Peper. Bottom Row:—J. Hopkins, K. Green, L. B. Dietzel, M. Simon, M. Mattison, E. Shane. One Hundred Fifty-two Brackenridge Library Qlub Elsie Nickel.........................................President Elenor Weiss....................................Vice President Clotilda Kemff.......................................Secretary Purpose—To study literature und to stimulate an appreciation of it. Sponsored by Miss Georgie Armstrong and Miss Louise Gibson, this group of girls who form another one of the literary clubs of the school, represent the library. One of the chief events of the year is a faculty tea which takes place between terms. It is given for the purpose of entertaining and refreshing the teachers after their tiring task of program making. The occasion is a musical and tea given in the Recreation room where members of the club entertain with a program and serve refreshments to the entire faculty. Top Row, Left to Right:—E. Nickels, M. Ducharme, E. Weiss, Miss Georgie Armstrong, R. Martin, K. Brown, M. Davis. Middle Row:—I. Wendland, J. Satterfield. L. Ezzell, M. Perkins, C. Kempf, A. Rees. Bottom Row:—M. Newell, M. Burum, M. Howie, M. Morris, H. Siebel, V. Schoefer, M. Hendricks. One Hundred Fifty-three Henrietta Westerhoff Eloise Ball........ (Congress .....President Vice President Dial Bridges...................................Secretary Purpose—Sponsor student activities and render service every way to the student body and school. Colors—Red, white, and blue Flower—Bluebonnet The Congress Club is first, a Student Council, and second, a patriotic and democratic governmental body. Its membership is made up of two representatives and a senator from each advisory in school. The club acts upon matters pertaining to the students of the school and endeavors in various ways to serve Brackenridge. One of its features is its annual Clean-Up Campaign, in which Left to Right, First Row (top):—N. Detmers, Miss L. Ellett, E. Sacks, J. Miller, K. Rider, E. Ball, M. Cude. Second row.—N. Fletcher, M. Perkins, I. Wendland, E. Schunke, B. Davis, D. L. Gill, L. Saunders, D. Henrichson, L. Nims. Third Row:—B. Witchell, F. Korth, D. Dealing, E. Furman, M. Smith, V. Hedges, J. Mattison, Fourth Row:—Helen Reid. L. M. Elliot, L. Basse, W. Hamilton, L. McKee, G. Humphreys, S. Hadden, K. Kimble, C. Ward. One Hundred Fifty-four Congress its members do some good campaigning to keep Brackenridge the cleanest and best kept school in San Antonio. “A friend in need” is a good name for this club that is ever ready to help put over anything that the student body undertakes. Sponsor of pep rallies and a leader in all drives put on by the school, Congress Club has established a record for doing things in the right way. During football season the club sold banners and colors to promote a better rooting spirit at games. Left to Right, First Row (top):—M. Hardy, A. Payne, J. Lodovic, H. Westerhoff, W. Pease, D. Bridges, Miss Murray. Second Row:—E. Mussey, A. Kelly, N. McCallum, J. Perez, F. Hardman, L. James, F. Saunders, H. Mullens, J. Wurzbach. Third Row:—C. Hart, W. Mil.tr. F. Schmidt, W. Haworth, J. Barricklow, D. Ranthum, F. Dodge, 0. Mullins, J. Miller. Fourth Row:—R. brocK, S. borshow, L. McKee, K. Kimbell, E. Shane, A. Reveley, I. McClellan, E. Mitchell, E. Revely. One Hundred Fifty-live One Hundred Fifty-aix favorites France was one of the first European countries to recognize the Independence of the Republic of 'Sexas. cfKer embassy was established at cAustin in 1836 and was the scene of the most brilliant social functions during the time of the Republic. e )f[ary eTKlattison 3rackenridge tyiesta Queen e!Margaret HDuCharme o!7)((ost ‘Beautiful John 'Tatty Ylost handsome Tauline Rochester cfh(Cost 'Intellectual Lesta Saunders cPftost 'Popular John %iy oPKCost cPopular Lois Beasley 33est cAlUaround fWilson Elkins est c All-around. c rederick Uodge ‘Distinguished Service Tin 1926 On cApril 21, 1836, the Texans, under the command of Qeneral Sam 1 Houston, defeated the cTftexican army under Santa SAnna in a decisive battle at San Jacinto, thus forever giving 'toexas political and religious freedom. One Hundred Seventy-one THE STAFF LEFT TO RIGHT:—Sgt. R. Bellinger, Sgt. G. Rice, 2nd Lt. J. Lodovic, 1st Lieut. D. Bridges, 1st Lieut. A. McDuffie, Senior Major J. Ray, Junior Major B. Hill, 1st Lieut. A. Bain, 1st Lieut. E. Schmidt, Sgt. E. Emly, Sgt. P. Ancero. % ©. ‘s. e r T_II E Bracken ridge Unit of the R.O.T.C. started the year, 1925-26, with the Vf Battalion commanded by two Majors. The Senior Major, John Kay, had direct charge while the Junior Major, Robert Hill, prepared the training schedule. The Battalion strength was, 404 Cadets. These were divided into four Companies and a Fife, Drum, and Bugle Corps. The Major’s’ Staff con-sited of an Adjutant, Provost Marshal, Supply Officer, Range Officer, and Finance Officer. After several weeks of competition and try-out between the four companies a rifle team of seven cadets, Henry Ford, Captain, Effred Schmidt, Dawson Rowan, Walter Baldwin, John Rav, Ray Bellinger, and Joe Dave, was selected. This team won second place in the contest for the city championship. A team of fifteen cadets represented Brackenridge in the Eighth Corps Area Competition. Brackenridge won fifth place, a rise of four places from last year’s position. The Senior Major called out the cadets who wanted to try for places in the crack company, the latter part of November, 1925. After several months of competition among the officers of the Battalion, Captain Creed Sheeran, First Lieutenant Effred Schmidt, and Second Lieutenant Henry Ford, were picked. In March the drill team was picked, and the Company met every morning before school to drill. The tug of war team, Gerald Letch, Roland Basse, Dawson Rowan, Floyd Williams, Buddy Smith, Victor Jaeggli, Harold Hildebrand, Walter Kibbe, and Lon Berry, Captain, was picked by having the different Companies pull against One Hundred Seventy-two DRUM CORPS FIRST ROW, Left to Right (top): E. Weatherford, T. Barham, N. Spectre, H. Donaldson, P. Fennell, P. Giles. SECOND ROW:—H. Hightower, W. Mann, H. Wheeler, C. Stout, A. Fassnidge. THIRD ROW:—A. Watts, L. Pfeiffer, B. Roselle, F. Fees, T. Pierce, J. C. Bourne. FOURTH ROW:—E. Schliesing, S. Zindburg, A. Norton, L. R. Myers, R. Fuller, G. Floyed, D. Broadnax, Drum Major, Lt. C. Straughan. each other. Company B won this, and represented Bracken ridge against West Texas and Main Avenue. At the annual R. O. T. C. Field Day, May 1, Brackenridge captured most of the honors, winning the Intramural Cup and battalion colors for the best-drilled high school company, the gold medal for the best drilled cadet, Kiwanis Cup for the tug-o-war, and the saber for the best Lieutenant. In addition to this, three cadets were awarded U. S. Reserve Officers’ Association medals; fifteen cadets, palm leaves; and twenty-four, American Legion Medals. Each monthly inspection showed a marked improvement in the Corps. The appearance of the Cadets was, as a whole, very neat and the equipment was well taken care of. The Fife, Drum, and Bugle Corps practiced during the advisory periods and before school. The Drum Corps is much larger this year than last; they are preparing for the annual competition between Brackenridge and Main Avenue, which they have won for the past two years. The Sponsors elected by the various Companies and the Staff voted to wear white uniforms with the Purple Swastikas for the Monthly Inspection and whenever the Corps took part in any drill or competition. Major II. S. Adams was again P.M.S. and T. while Major B. J. Reilly was Commandant at Brackenridge. Sgt. Odell divided his time between Brackenridge and Main Avenue. Under the excellent leadership and supervision of these men the Brackenridge Junior R.O.T.C. enjoyed a very successful year. One Hundred Seventy-three CADET SPONSORS TOP ROW, Left to Right:—Helen Johnson, Miss Ora Johnson, Edith Rayborn. SECOND ROW:—Julia Barricklow, Lesta Saunders, Miss Mildred Wilson, Evelyn Lambrecht. THIRD ROW:—Winnie Belle Pfieffer, Mr. Dewey Smalley, Maurine Cude, Effie Schmidt. FOURTH ROW:—Maurine Perkins, Mr. Alex. Waite, Lois Beasley, Helen Sieble. FIFTH ROW:—Elizabeth Archer, Sue Rowan, Mr. James Shea, Thelma Harvey. One Hundred Seventy-four RO T C STAFF TOP ROW:—A. McDuffie, First Lt., Adjutant; D. Bridges, First Lt„ Supply Officer. SECOND ROW:—R. Hill, Jun. Major; J. Lodovic, Second Lt., Finance Officer; J. Ray, Sr. Major. BOTTOM ROW:______A. Blain, First Lt., Provost Marshal; Major Reilly, Commandant; One Hundred Seventy-five Barricklow Rowan Haak Bonner COMPANY A Left to Right, First Row (top):—J. Smith, B. Mulhern, J. McGrath, A. Bain, J. Kirkwood, F. Mason, F. Diaz, G. Chamartin, B. Raborn, H. Watson, E. Baskin. Second Row:—M. Hennessy, W. Jackson, J. Linnartz, M. Warren, W. Johnson, N. Drongoole, W. Albrecht, H. Peters, K. Jolly. Third Row:—B. Carbo, E. Earhart, O. Keithly, C. Sembler, L. Langwell, J. Desha, W. Lowe, T. Gibson, B. Summers. . Fourth Row:—G. Koch, E. Potter, W. Hickey, C. Harting, R. Cepeda, J. White, W. Jolly, D. Jones. Fifth Row:—R. Roderiguez, H. Kendall, E. Lane, T. Moore, D. Stevens, J. Oppert, L. Goodman, R. Palacio, B. Morris, N. Spector. Sixth Row:—O. Phillippi, G. Kirsch, W. Medina, J. Reverly, 0. Gleaser, B. Hyott, M. Stone, H. Fullerton, R. Moehrig. Seventh Row:—C. Stromberger, C. McCutcheon, A. Haak, 2nd Lieut.; D. Rowan, 1st Lieut.; B. Barricklow, Captain; H. Joseph, 2nd Lieut.; J. Bonner, 2nd Lieut.; J. Loessberg, B. Goodspeed. One Hundred Seventy-six Letch Swearingen Basse Smith COMPANY B Left to Right, First Row (top):—S. Keen, M. Miller, M. Clausewitz, V. Kahn, W. Kibbe, W. Basse, C. Conger, R. Myer. Second Row:—A. Carter, R. Floyd, S. Marton, R. Zacharlas, P. Street, M. Lurry, R. Hall, L. Berry. Third Row:—M. Derden, D. Avila, B. Hooper, E. Besse, H. Barsun, K. Roesler, A. McCullin, C. Watkins. Fourth Row:—N. Davis, C. Ellis, T. Plampin, T. Rock, Q. Jones, G. Lacey, C. Debrell, J. Dawson. Fifth Row:—H. Hohner, J. Jeffrey, E. Carson, L. Myers, G. Krueger, W. Fassnidge, C. Swift, S. Edwards, T. Schock. Sixth Row:—V. Yaeggli, H. Hightower, A Rutledge, L. Maltsberger, G. Miller, J. Aguilar, M. Noble, H. Pabst, P. Giles. Seventh Row: E. Shelby, A. Watts, R. Rodriguez, J. Goldberg, H. Tryer, B. Roselle, G. Myers, M. Richards, J. Brodnax, R. Henry. Eighth Row:—F. Scoot, 2nd Lieut.; R. Basse, G. Letch, Capt.; R. Swearingen, 1st Lieut.; B. Smith, 2nd Lieut.; C. Curry. One Hundred Seventy-seven Perkins Sheeran Naylor Fletcher COMPANY C Left to Right, First Row (top):—C. Pabst, S. Boughton, C. Conrad, E. Moran, J. Glenny, H. Gregory, F. Wells, W. Van Meter, H. DeSeyneck. Second Row:—C. McKennon, C. Johnston, A. Goldschmidt, G. Wilson, J. Johnson, J. Perkins, W. Sanders, G. Edge. Third Row:—R. Hunt, H. Diaz, W. A. Ridgeway, E. Schliessing, R. Gonzales, F. Mahn, P. Bricker, J. Jordan, H. Wheeler. Fourth Row:—C. Dawson, D. Davis, C. Stout, W. Schliesing, E. Rooke, R. Moody, W. Besse, A. Resendez. Fifth Row:—T. Pierce, R. Hayes, C. Lunt, C. Jones, H. De Leon, C. Lay, W. Mann, J. Klaus, F. Norton. Sixth Row:—C. Schweers, T. Enderly, F. Garza, K. Simpson, L. Herndon, R. Brown, H. Rock, M. Manger. Seventh Row:—I. Batot, W. Naylor, 2nd Lieut.; A. Perkins, Capt.; N. Fletcher, 2nd Lieut.; H. Willis, 2nd Lieut.; M. George. One Hundred Seventy-eight Wharton Martin Baldwin Ford COMPANY D Left to Right, First Row (top):—M. Blackburn, H. Kilgore, T. Morman, J. Van Meter, H. Phillips, R. Balzen, V. Lloyd, R. Rodick. Second Row:—W. Conway, H. Sheeran, B. Silsbee, H. Martyn, E. Rochester, T. Tuerra, R. Casey. Third Row:—M. Nichols, J. Davis, W. Gilbert, L. Manzanera, H. Heaslet, H. Girth, F. Boughton, R. Hancock, K. Savage. Fourth Row:—J. Dixon, D. Hissner, J. Castillo, O. Ezzell, D. Carr, H. Kempf, B. Waters, R. Milan, H. Mundine, H. Chester. Fifth Row:—J. Droke, N. Davis, R. Mitchell, J. Breit, B. Katzmark. Sixth Row:—C. Barber, H. Ford, 2nd Lieut.; H. Martin, 1st Lieut.; H. Wharton, Captain; W. Baldwin, 2nd Lieut ; R. Foster. One Hundred Seventy nine MINUTEMEN TOP ROW:—V. Perkins, Captain; J. Ray, Major; B. J. Reilly, Major; J. Bonner, Second Lt. MIDDLE ROW;—W. E. Naylor, Second Lt.; D. Bridges, First Lt.; G. Letch, Captain; C. Sheeran, Captain. BOTTOM ROW:—R. Bellinger, Sgt. Major; A. Bain, First Lt.; N. Fletcher, Second Lt.; R. Hill, Jr. Major. One Hundred Eighty 95 ie first sport, that of catching mustang ponies, was not only an exciting pastime but, during at least the first winter ofcAustin’s colony, was the chief means of supplying food. D. C. Cannon Dewey Smalley cAthletic (poaches elTY Championship in every sport attempted for three consecutive years; District championship in football in 1925; and finally state championship in basket ball—this in the enviable record of the team coached by D. C. Cannon, director of the incomparable Eagles. Upon his debut into Brackenridge three years ago, Mr. Cannon brought with him a creditable record and has more than lived up to his reputation. Under Bobby’s leadership and direction, the Eagles have been improving in their technique from year to year. Last year, with a team made up entirely of untrained men, Mr. Cannon guided them within two points of the state championship. The title won by the Eagles this year is the first state title in any major sport to be awarded a San Antonio High School. Bobby has won the admiration and co-operation of his players by being a real comrade, adviser, and confident. He is a frond indeed. He was a two letter man in the University where he was also one of the most popular men on the campus. Dewey Smalley, assistant coach, and director of Brackenridge’s far-famed Wildcats, had the distinction of being a three letter man at the University of Texas. In his year’s service in Brackenridge he has proved his ability as a coach to be as great as his own prowess as an athlete. Mr. Smalley gave valuable aid not only to the Wildcats but also to the Eagles. Under his able supervision, Brackenridge’s second football team fought its way to second place in the city, while the Wildcat basket ball team, went one higher and won the city championship. Both Mr. Cannon and Mr. Smalley are popular not only on the athletic field, but in the classroom. One Hundred FAghty-three The Boys’ c5Athletic (Council The Boys’ Athletic Council, the membership of which includes all Bracken ridge boys interested in athletics, organized in the early part of October, 1925, under the guidance of Mr. Alex Waite, for the purpose of promoting high standards. Herbert Ferguson was elected president; Elmer Schunke, vice-president; and Edward Steffler, secretary. A faculty council of fourteen members was appointed to take charge of all detail work of the association. This body was divided into five committees—Scholarship, Tradition, Games, Finance, and Advertising. The organization has accomplished what it planned to do in the beginning in fostering athletics, and creating a finer spirit and greater achievement in all work. It has done this through instilling in the boys a loathing of any unsportsmanlike conduct, and inspiring them with a desire for high scholastic standing as well as prowess and renown on the athletic field. Herbert Ferguson One Hundred Eighty-Jour ©he Qiris’ ZAthletic cAssociation The new and very noticeable impetus given to athletics among the girls of Brackenridge this year was due largely to the efforts of the Girls’ Athletic Association, organized in the middle of October, 1925. Lois Beasley, because of her creditable record as an athlete and her enthusiastic interest in all activities concerning the girls, was chosen to fill the office of president. Kate Green, who ranks second only to Lois, was elected vice-president. Maurine Perkins and Bernice Henderson, two other girls prominent in Brackenridge athletics, were selected for secretary and treasurer, respectively. Although the organization is primarily athletic in its nature, its membership may include all girls who are interested in encouraging athletics. Annual Field Day is one of the many events sponsored and boosted by the organization. Much of the interest shown in soccer, basket-ball, tennis, and swimming this year is due directly to the association. Lois Beasley One Hundred Eighty-five DR STAR ATHLETES TOP ROW:—C. Bass, R. Smith, F. A. Rees, G. Letch, R. Fenner. SECOND ROW:—H. Ferguson, F. Williams, L. Veltman, H. Friery. THIRD ROW:—W. Kennedy, T. Birdwell, W. Elkins, R. Sweet, F. Brotherman. FOURTH ROW:—F. Cheatham, F. DuCharme, D. Rowan, H. Hildebrand. FIFTH ROW:—H. McMillan, R. Hill, A. J. Howie, R. Dittmar, P. Quirk. One Hundred Eighty-six F. A. REES, Captain of tfootball One Hundred Eighty-seven Letch Fenner Sweet football r l— HE football team of 1925 enjoyed the best season since the state champion-ship team of 1919. The team went further in the state race than any other Brackenridge football team has ever done. They were eliminated by Waco, who later won the state championship. The Eagles won seven games, tied two and lost two, which was a great record for a team with as hard a schedule as the Eagles went through, playing at. one time three hard games in six days. The game with Main Avenue was one of the hardest fought that have ever been played between the two schools. The game ended in a scoreless tie after an hour of hard playing before the largest crowd ever seeing a football game in San Antonio. In the first game of the season, Brackenridge took an easy victory from Devine by the overwhelming score of 9( -0. Coach Cannon used two complete teams and each team gained at will. The Brackenridge linemen looked good as Devine was helpless against their stonewall defense. One Hundred Eighty-eight Howle Hildebrand Rowan The next week the Eagles took a little bigger bite, but they eame out on the big end of a 13-0 score. This game was played with the San Marcos Lobos. Coach Cannon again used two teams, showing a strong defense and a driving offense. Dink Bass was the star when he snagged a long pass from Captain Rees and ran for the second touchdown. Big Bob Fenner gave the Lobos plenty of work m stopping his powerful plunges. Posey Elkins also made some good gains in the game. The next week-end the Eagles journeyed to Houston where Bruce Kattman’s educated toe gave them their first defeat of the season. The game was marked by the return of Skinnay Cheatham. He played a great game at center. Hildebrand played a good game at tackle, and Bubbles Smith and Letch proved a powerful combination of guards. The Eagles next took on the San Antonio Academy eleven and easily defeated them by the score of 32-0. Posey Elkins made many sensational runs as One Hundred Eighty-nine A 1926. Smith Bass Cheatham did Hub Friery. Birdwell did some good work in the back field. Kennedy, a new man from Smithville, played a great game at end. Friery gave the Corpus Christi crew a hard workout in the next game when he led the Eagles to a 12-0 victory. Captain Rees established himself undoubtedly as one of the best ends in the State and ran the team in a great style. The guarding combination of Smith and Letch was invincible, and Ferguson’s game at tackle was very good, while Monk Sweet’s hard plunging netted a touchdown. In this game Ferguson sustained a broken bone in his leg and was out until the Main Avenue game. The game with Houston Heights the next week was played on a wet field and a cold day. The game ended in a scoreless tie. Captain Rees was the star for the Eagles. Monk Sweet also played well for Brackenridge. Fenner did some great plunging in this game also. The game with Austin came off in Austin on Armistice day. Monk Sweet plunged the ball over on three plunges and played for the only score of the One Hundred Ninety Friery Kennedy Quirk game. The game was hard fought; the victory gave the Eagles the championship of the district. Captain Rees played so well that prominent sport writers mentioned him as the best end in Texas. The old reliables, Smith and Letch, were a stonewall at the guard posts. On Wednesday of the following week the Eagles took on the West Texas Cadets and easily defeated them by a score of 32-0, but the game cost Bracken-ridge the services of Friery. He sprained an ankle. Veltman, subbing for Friery, showed the fans that Coach Cannon still had a kicker to use against Main Avenue. On Thanksgiving Day, before a large crowd, the Brackenridge Eagles and the Main Avenue Crimsons fought to a standstill, neither team scoring. Practically all the game was fought in midfield. The two kickers, Dunsmore of Main and Veltman for Brackenridge, waged a merry battle for the honors. Ferguson played the game of his life and was in on every play. Bob Fenner and Posey Elkins were the only two Brackenridge men who could gain consistently. Brack- One Hundred Ninety-one cn ridge was handicapped heavily as Fricry was out with a had ankle. Bob Fenner plunged yard after yard through the powerful Main line. Smith and Letch at the guard, were invincible while Captain Bees played a powerful game at end as did Dink Bass. All of the Brackenridge players played with the old Brackenridge spirit. Two days later the Interscholastic League ordered the Eagles to play Fredericksburg for the Bi-District championship. The Eagles with several Wildcats in the lineup easily defeated the boys from Fredericksburg by a score of 52-0. With almost every man in bad shape, the squad left for Waco. Waco took the game by the score of 37-0. The team fought like demons but with Fricry and Fenner out and the other men in poor condition it was a hopeless fight. Brotherman played a great game. Captain Rees and Cheatham were the defensive stars for the Eagles while Rowan played a good game at tackle. One Hundred Ninety-two Williams Birdwell Veltman The team of 1925 was indeed a credit to the school as they held up the Brackenridge standard of good sportsmanship and the Brackenridge fighting spirit. The season’s record was as follows: Brackenridge 96...........................Devine 0 Brackenridge 13..................San Marcos 0 Brackenridge 0..............Houston Central 3 Brackenridge 32.................S. A. Academy 0 Brackenridge 12.................Corpus Christi 0 Brackenridge 7............................Austin 0 Brackenridge 32...........West Texas Academy 0 Brackenridge 0..............Houston Heights 0 Brackenridge 0.................Main Avenue 0 Brackenridge 52...................Fredericksburg 0 Brackenridge 0..............................Waco 37 Total.77244 ...........................77740 One Hundred Kinely-three gasket ‘Ball 7T“'lirc best High School basket ball team in the history of Texas; Ihc only VjTexas team to go as far as the fourth round in the National 1 ournamcnt and the only team ever to bring the State Championship in any sport to San Antonio. This was the record of the 11)26 Brackenridge Eagles; no wonder Brack- enridge was proud of her team. The Eagles established a real record when they won twenty-nine consecutive games before being beaten by Salem, South Dakota, in the National lourna-ment. Among the defeated teams were some of the strongest teams. The Austin Maroons, San Marcos Lobos, San Marcos Bobkittens, and the Texas Freshmen. In the State tournament the Eagles waded through 13 teams, the pick of !)11 teams. In the game for the State Championship the Eagles eliminated Corsicana, a team of big and fast players, in a hard-fought game by the score of 29-22. The Canyon team also gave the Eagles a hard game as did Canton. One Hundred Xincty-four The Eagles defeated the runnerup in the State Sunday school championship tournament by an overwhelming score and also avenged the football defeat by beating Waco badly. The team was rewarded with solid gold basket ball charms with a raised white gold Eagle with a diamond inset in the breast of the Eagle. The team also drew honor at the tournament in placing every man on one of the all state teams. Captain “Hub” Friery, brilliant guard, was placed on the all state team for the second consecutive year, the only Texas man ever to receive this honor. The Eagles who received letters and trophies are: Captain Ilerff Friery, Frank Cheatham, Hugh McMillan, Howard McMillan, Clavin Mass. Wilson Elkins, Herbert Ferguson, Walter Howie, Lester Veit man, Robert Hill, Felix Du Charme, and F. A. Rees. Friery Elkins Cheatham One Hundred Ninety-five RUNNERS UP 1925-STATE 'She Mational tournament FTER winning the State Championship, the Eagles were sent to the national meet in Chicago where the State Champions of every state played for the Championship of America. The money was raised by the “Evening News’ from donations from the people of San Antonio. The boys left here Friday, March 26, and stopped over in St. Louis where they had a short workout. Brackenridge won the first game of the tournament from Torrington, Connecticut, by a score of 31-26. Torrington was one of the favorites of the tournament and the Eagles only won out in the last minute on two long goals by Elkins who was the star for the Eagles. The Texans drew a bye in the second round and went into the fourth round by defeating the Pine Bluff Zebras, Champions of Arkansas. The score of this McMillan Bass Ferguson One Hundred Ninety-six STATE CHAMPIONSHIP 1926 game was 26-22 with Elkins again high with 12 points while Howard McMillan added 9 points. Cheatham, Rees, and Friery played fine games for the Eagles, stopping many goals. This game was another upset; the Eagles were feared by every team in the tournament after this brilliant victory. The Eagles’ jinx then presented itself when “Posey” Elkins, star forward, became sick and had to be sent to the hospital. The Eagles, however, went down gloriously, fighting to the last ditch and giving all they had. The Salem, South Dakota, team, however, was too much for them and defeated the Eagles 22-17. The Eagles returned to San Antonio after witnessing the Championship game in which Fitehburgh, Massachusetts, was the victor. Upon their return to San Antonio, they were met by a band and a large delegation of fans who gave them a reception fitting for the best high school basket ball team in the history of the Interscholastic League in Texas. McMillan Rees Veltman One Hundred Ninety-seven ‘Srack r T HE 1925 Eagle track artists enjoyed a fairly successful season competing in four meets and the first of the Annual Texas Relay games. Some of the mainstays of the ’25 squad graduated; however, Pease, Rowan, Canamar, and Captain-elect Williams returned to fight for the purple in ’26. The initial appearance of the ’25 Eagles was at the Texas Relays where the Purple relay men made a very good showing. In the meets that followed, the Eagles met Main Avenue and Schreiner; although they lost to both, they piled up quite a few points against their rivals. The Purples completed their ’25 season by winning fourth place in the District meet at San Marcos. The 1926 track season is under way and the Eagles have competed in three meets already. In the Texas relays the Eagles made a good showing pressing the winner closely in the medley relay. Main Avenue with her greatest track aggregation in years defeated the Eagles in the second meet of the season. The third meet was the district meet at San Marcos where the Eagles carried off second place, taking nineteen points. Marvin Collins starred for B.H.S. in this meet, winning the century dash and tying the track record. Others who starred for the Purple in the ’26 meets were: Pease, Brainard, Letch, Kennedy, and Rowan. The Eagles will compete in the Texas, A. and M., and Schreiner relays which will complete their schedule. TOP ROW, Left to Right:—West, Stout, Schram, Hoff, Canamar. SECOND ROW:—Heller (Coach), Turner, Ashley, Pease, Birdwell, Graham. THIRD ROW:—Graves (Mgr.), Parker, Rowan, Johnson, Williams, Watkins, Elkins (Captain). One Hundred Ninety-eight baseball ivT 'HE Baseball season of 1925 was one of the best in the history of the school. U J The team had to be built from green material as there were only four letter-men back. The Eagles, as usual, won the Academic League Championship, defeating everybody and not once being beaten. The team easily defeated Main Avenue by the score of 22-11 in the first game. In the second Captain-elect Slim Ilowle shut them out, allowing only four hits. Beside the Academic League teams the Eagles took two games from Schreiner Institute and one from the San Marcos Lobos. After the team had disbanded, Coach Cannon received an invitation from the Waxahachie Indians to play for the unofficial State Championship. The Indians took both games from the Eagle nine. These were the only two games the Eagles lost; winning 17 out of 1!) games, they made a very good record. The men who received trophies in the form of miniature gold baseballs were: Captain Bob Fenner, Captain-elect Slim Howie, Clavin Bass, Frank Cheatham, Howard McMillan, Robert Sweet, Hit Dittmar, Herff Friery, Farris Brotherman, Liester Veltman, Red Davis, and F. A. Rees. Left to right, Top Row:—Sweet, Ducharme, Letch, Dittmar, F. Ferguson, Brotherman. Second Row:—Hugh McMillan, Howard McMillan, C. Davis, Cheatham, Veltman, Mell-heran, R. Ferguson. Third Row:—Bass, Ress, Howie, Fenner, (Captain), Friery, Hildebrand. Fourth Row:—J. Davis, Bricker. One Hundred Ninety-nine tennis DrACKENRIDGE started its first tennis campaign by organizing a Tennis Ci Club with Arthur Yourzik as president, and Roy Moody Vice president, John Patty was chosen treasurer. Since its organization, the club has received able support from the sponsors, Mr. R. V. Rust and Mr. C. E. Troutz, and with their coaching the best talent in Brackenridge is being brought to light. In the coming scholastic tournament, Brackenridge will have a much better representation than formerly with probably a ten-man team. There will be five singles and four doubles with some of the players participating in both. Tennis is rapidly becoming one of the major sports of Brackenridge. This popularity is inspired by the fact that Roy Moody, a sophomore in sehool, recently won the city junior tennis championship by defeating some of the most brilliant players of the city. Quite recently, Brackenridge High met Main Avenue for the district tennis championship and was defeated by the Crimson team only after a hard-fought match. This was an upset not to be expected; the defeat of Moody came as a surprise. Top Row:—Robert Cruz; Mr. C. E. Troutz; Jimmie Morgan. Bottom Row:—Roy Moody; Arthur Yourzik; Chope Dial; Mr. R. V. Rust. Two Hundred NAOMI WILKINSON, Soccer new sport in the form of soccer was introduced to the girls of Brackenridge by Miss Edith Wilkens, the able physical training teacher. This game was received with great enthusiasm. In fact, for several weeks, many girls were going around with skinned shins and knees but the fun that was received compensated them for their many injuries. A large banquet was held at the end of the season for the girls who were diligent players during the season. At this banquet points to all deserving them were given. Tied Lost 1 1 2 1 1 2 The record of the soccer games was as follows: Teams Played Won Sophomores .... 4 2 Seniors 4 1 Juniors 4 1 Two Hundred Two Boles Hoffman Brainard Basket Ball W jlNNING every game which they entered, the Senior girls basket ball team swept to the championship of the school for the 1926 season. They entered the four inter-class games and came out victorious in them all. On February 3 the basket ball season opened and the class captains were elected. Rachael Boles, Senior; Mabel Morris, Junior; Florence Brainard, Sophomore; and Gladys Hoffman, manager. Good sportsmanship was shown throughout all the games and the standard was excellent as this was the first season for girls organized basket ball in Braekenridge. With Miss Edith Wilkens as Coach for the teams, the girls have strived hard to establish a good record with the hope that it will be upheld and made better in the future. The results of the games played are: Seniors................. Juniors................. Sophomores.............. Basket ball proved to be one of the chief sports for the girls during 1926. The season closed March 11. Played Won Lost . 4 4 0 . 4 2 2 4 0 4 Two Hundred Three Revely Page Brown baseball The Brackenridge girls organized their baseball team on March 3rd. A captain was chosen and work was begun at once. Many girls have been present at the practices due to the wonderful weather and their desire to get all the benefits of Nature. The team is now a member of the Lion’s Field League. Two games have been played and won. The first game was with Edgar Allen Poe Junior High School, the score was 35-10. The second game was with Hawthorne Junior High School and the score was 14-f). Inter-class games will also be played. The Sophomores have great prospects of winning the championship. With the able coach and efficient captain, all feel sure that the Brackenridge Girls Indoor Baseball team will make a wonderful record this season. Two Hundred Four Franks Howls Hinchcliff tennis Cl ENNIS prospects among the girls are as unusual this season as the possibili-L ties in football and basket ball were. From all evidences, Brackenridge will have a team this year, the members of which will equal, if not excel, the girls Jinx Wilkins and ltuhy James, who were eliminated from the state tournament in 1924 only in the finals. One girl, showing extraordinary speed, skill, and agility will represent the school in singles, and two couples, giving proof of their ability and co-operation, will defend Brackenridge in doubles. The girls are showing marked interest in practice and try-outs this year, and will undoubtedly be in fine trim for the contest against Main Avenue. Kathleen Hinchcliff has been chosen for the representative in singles. The other girls who are showing exceedingly good form are Naomi Wilkinson, Theresa Francks, and Mary Howie. Miss Edith Wilkens is coaching the girls and expects to produce winning players. Two Hundred Five Brown Satterfikld Swimming SWIMMING is rapidly becoming recognized as one of the Best forms of all-around exercise and recreation. At least the girls in the Physical Education Department think so, for they are taking advantage of the splendid pool only a few steps from the campus. The girls who are working for a letter or a sweater are offered one hundred points in swimming. To earn the points it is necessary to be able to sw m in good form the side, back, and double over-arm strokes, the American crawl, tread water and float for one minute, and have fifteen practices of twenty minutes each. The Braekenridge girls will again take part in the annual water ballet to be held at San Pedro during the Fiesta. Last year several of the girls did extremely well in the ballet. Immediately after this, Braekenridge will meet Main Avenue in a big swimming meet. The Senior Life Guard work, taught by Miss Edith Wilkens, interests many girls. Prothro Two Hundred Six David Crockett’s fight with a cougar on a ePftarch night in 1836 was one of the most hair-raising events in the life of that gallant defender of the cfAlamo. (Chronic Indecorum .by Qussie 5 nn U [euman (Author of “7 so ‘Why?”—“TBn'ng the family”— ““Don’t Let On”—“Qlunk and be Happy”—Etc.) illustrated by c Alfred Querra — ‘Dodge Two Hundred Nine To the right Honorable Sir William S. Bones: Thou who hast through these hilarious years so placidly leered upon the revolution of the foolish fish to the sapient senior with icy stare and never a grin—to you, in honor of your non-sense of humor, do we dedicate the “Chronic Indecorum”. If this provoke one snicker on your mobile countenance, unearth a bare giggle from between those hard jaw bones, if just one rattle stir those rusty ribs, then we who now relinquish the cap and bells with many a sigh and moan for the laffless days ahead, will rest secure in that consolation— “we capered not in vain!” Two Hundred Ten FACTS AND FANCIES OCTOBER! is a month of puzzles! First, who’s who and what’s what. Second, how much is the next hop bid gonna cost ? Then, why does Dorothy Stone not have a steady? NOVEMBER brought lots of crazy things with it but only one sensible thing—the Charleston. Dial Bridges and Elmer Schunke were hot for it. DECEMBER is the time when Santa Claus comes. What did Santa bring Estelle and Alice? E. Sacks got a tight belt; A. Splawn—anklet socks. JANUARY and good resolutions for good little children, but a “Double Breasted Blue” and a hot time is all Marvin Collins craves! FEBRUARY was the month when we thought we had passed that Algebra quiz. Cleo Searcy might wear all her feathers and still get a simple 7. MARCH is not a dance but the third month of the year. Kathleen Conring introduces the bath-robe coat—Where’s mama’s blanket? APRIL is the month of flowers and love. It is the time for louds and loud-ers. One little boy “doesn’t” wear such clothes. He is Joe Lodovic. MAI —graduation—We may and we may not. White dresses and sweet-peas and “18” inch cuffs! Two Hundred Eleven Baby Lo t$£ Jig u as and our H o stro cis fdrrti y td h 6 t f h t Two Hundred Twelve 2T Aunt Goss One the Vt fayt t irt, doycie, u en e good be they .tied to c ieuj the rag Lrj. he c am a 0 u hen hoshaod Ai nt He e.n hdd asfri — dttonG of bee o mm g d second Ctor a Sou onso n N o 1 e wanted e erf one tojo e. jar-. � Qohh e ojas ( a cute fttf e 'an-1 , -i ces or He could( J gClbkle Hior OHc Say less, even than Joe L,Octo C OH Apt hut jjjjr'j (jo ct ch rmWf Courrfe A o Coi nte o ved SlJ he stars. UJ trs, Helen was cr hutter y, So •S' 1 thou fit . our tiv 6 nce. Tut) Hundred Thirteen Senior Weekly caBull Session Time: Tuesday afternoon. Place: Room 201. (Great hubbub in the vicinity of room 201 as silence shakes the halls. Noise resembling day nursery as Seniors assemble for weekly bull session.) Kent Rider; (Pounding on desk with sledge hammer). The meeting will now come to disorder. The dishonorable secretary will read the seconds. Augusta Neuman: The Senior class held a regular meeting Tuesday—say what was last Tuesday? Dorothy Henrichson: Washday. Henrietta Westerhoff: A holiday. A. N. (resuming):—Hashday, 1926. The hon. secretary read the moments. As there was no further business the meeting disbanded. K. R.: Any embarrassing mistakes in them moments? If not— Louise Noms: Madam president! Tuesday was not hashday. They served Chili and beans. K. R. Change hash to Mexico;—If not they stand approved as read. Is there any old business? Elton Mayfield: If there is, it’s stale. Billie Fondren: How about the Carnival ? Did we make any money ? P Lucille Myers: Say, sister! The next time you feel bad go home before you get deli-- rious! Elmer Schunke: Money??? Why yes! The candy booth made ten cents and the popcorn booth twenty cents! Hon. Pres.: Order please! Is there any further business? Bill Rippstein: Mr. President, I make a motion we have a dance. Chorus: Yea, dance! Dance! Dance! Eloise Abbott: No, let’s have a picnic—the bc-au-ti-ful spring weather calls one out into the wide open spaces to hear the little birdies. Welboume Kennedy: O deah no! Let us have a Pink Tea party and sip tea in the flower rendezvous by the river. (Loud thud as Kennedy falls unconscious from blow received from Hop Williams). An’ I’m tired—go read Three Weeks. Two Hundred Fourteen THE WILD CAT’S CLAW Types of a Hi School Girl— PIN TYPE: (To Doris Seawell) On her dresses row on row Sideways, up and down they go Pins and pins and then some more Frat pins, class pins, by the score! Linotype: (To Kathleen Conring) “You’re so diff’runt, O my man! Does she love me, Daffy Dan?” She shoots ’em all a wicked line— They cat it whole in faith sublime. Stare-o-type: (To Mary Mattison) Insipid, blue eyed, baby blonde “Come hither look” her magic wand Pouting lips and baby stare She fools ’em all—and they don’t care. HACKNEYED PHRASES —Where do you belong this period? —Where’s your excuse? —For tomorrow...... —I lost my book. —Has anybody found a vanity? —Lend me a pencil? —Attention please. —Has the tardy bell rung? —I studied the wrong lesson. —I’ve got a headache. —So’s j our old man! LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT To my locker mate I bequeath my books— since most of them were hers and the rest belong to the library. To my advisory do I most lovingly leave my advisory pin—it turned brassy. To Alice—my steady. May she steady him up. I never could! To Gene—my trunk of love letters that he may glean some knowledge from them. He writes a boring line. To Under Grads—my shining example to pattern after. To the Facxdty—my record to use as an ideal for the children. A ; ( ; Two Hundred Fifteen Qussie’s 'Trimer This is the office. Do you see the office? The office is where you get to go when you are naughty. You must not be naughty. Is Edward Roberts naughty? No, Edward is a nice dumb boy. This is a high school “bean”. A high school “bean” is not a food, it is an animal. It can eat, and sleep, and talk slang, and dance, and flunk subjects. It has dates when papa lets him have the family bus. But it is always broke. Do not tease the animals. This is a hi-school “modern”. See the “modern” smile? The girl is very beautiful. At least she thinks so. She goes out for the latest fads, but Mam Johnson doesn’t like the fads sometimes. The girl goes out for the latest fad and her ma must get her back in. She has dates on week-ends only if no one happens to ask her during the week. This is a hamburger. A hamburger is a hot dog’s cousin. Here is a hot dog. Hot dogs are not pedigreed. They cost one nickel (5). Illiterate people call them weinies. Hot dogs don’t wear muzzles and don’t need a license. The dog-catcher don’t get them for nothing like he does the Fidos. Two Hundred Sixteen This is a grade card. Grade cards come to the rich and poor alike. They come three times a term. Like a drowning man that comes up three times, the third time is the last. It tells whether or not your life will be saved. The first two times don’t mean nothin’. It’s the third time that does the dirty work. Grade cards are a menace to the high school child. This is the bread line. It is not made of dough. But nuts. Sh------don’t wake the nuts. They went to sleep waiting for the hash that came not. Next to eating they like sleeping best. So they sleep and hope to eat sometime in the near future. Will the hash get cold, Nell? No, the hash won’t get cold if it stays hot. But the poor kids are hungry. We hope they don’t die. This is a teacher. There are many teachers in Brack-enridge. Too many. Some teachers are sweet but some are not so sweet. Always treat your teachers with respect. Do not talk about your teachers. When they are anywhere around. Be good to them and they’ll do likewise. Love your enemies and your teachers cause the parson says so. Here is the famous Slip family, White, Pink, Pass, Absence and Tardy. There are also more relatives. Pass is a friend in time of need, without whom we would be a. w. o. 1. indeed! Absence and Tardy are the Admittance guys. But Pink and White, the Slip Sins, are by far the most outstanding. There are slips that make us blush, there are slips that make us blue, there are slips that cause a tender feeling when you step on a banana peelin ’, but the slips that fill our lives with misery, are the slips that are blushing pink. TEA cmer Two Hundred Seventeen Two Hundred Eighteen cA tree at the crossroads near a store furnished the first means of advertising. Kere decrees were posted and bounties offered for the capture of fugitives. GRANDMA KNEW BEST An Ounce of PREVENTION often saves a doctor’s bill GRANDMA’S TEA Nature’s own remedy of roots and herbs is an agreeable laxative both for adults and children. Faulty elimination is the cause of more bad complexion, more sallowness of skin, more dull and listless eyes, than all other causes put together. Correct This Condition PARK LABORATORY CO. Inc. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS Two Hundred T ccnty-onc The Wolff Marx Co. 2SJ.AUTY SERVICE COURTESY SATISFACTION IN that one word is summed up the whole intent and service of this store. It applies to the variety we present .... the quality of our merchandise, the character of our styles...the price we quote .... and we make YOUR satisfaction a condition of every purchase you make of us. ALWAYS Two Hundred Twenty-two Dr CHILI POWD£K The Children Know You can’t fool them about good things to cat. They like salads, sandwiches and other good things made with Deviled Chili Meat. “Brimful of a flavor that pleases. It is one food you can be sure is good for them. Absolutely pure and deliciously wholesome. Government inspected meat, thoroughly cooked with just enough seasoning added to give an absolutely different flavor. It makes “grand sandwiches for parties, both make-believe and real—a handy, easy-to-spread filling lor between meal pieces and in other forms adds a tasty, flavorful bit to school lunches and the like. Fifteen cents for a liberal sized package from all good grocers who Will supply you With a free copy Of ''Deviled Dainties —a recipe book filled with suggestions of good things to eat. Get it from your Grocer Or send 30c to Gebhardt Chili Powder Company for two full sized packages and your copy of Deviled Dainties. Two Hundred Twenty three We Cultivate the Qood ‘Will of our Customers JAMES KAPP, President A. J. WALSER, Vice-Pres. H. E. LOCKHART, Sec.-Treas. I We Make it Easy to Buy Easy to Pay We Make it Easy to Buy Easy to Pay —T West Commerce and St. Marys Streets © (UJ § 1 OH ® PyiEKlDTOIEi €©„ West Commerce and St. Marys Streets Guaranty Bond State Bank SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS CAPITAL S 200,000 SURLPUS $17 5,000 This Bank grows because its Service gives Satisfaction OFFICERS: R. L. Taylor, Chairman of Board Geo. D. Campbell, President B. R. Webb, Vice-President W. T. Smith, Vice-President W. A. Williamson, Vice-President Alex P. Villaret, Cashier J. N. Astin, Asst. Cashier J. M. Gill, Asst. Cashier J. O. McCaskill, Asst. Cashier F. G. Silvey, Asst. Cashier Two Hundred Twenty four ( 5he dMen’s Store of San cAntonio “You can’t steal first base.” You can steal second. You can steal third and you can steal home— may be. But you can’t steal first base—you’ve got to hit the ball and run. Your first success in life must be warranted— —you’ve got to “hit the ball.” You’re half way to first base if you look the part. }£art Schaffner eJltarx (Clothes will help you out to first base. CLOTHIERS TO BRACKENRIDGE HIGH” GRADUATION CLASS 1926 t FOMBY CLOTHING CO. ’{She ‘{House of Satisfaction 509-511 E. Houston St. San Antonio, Texas Two Hundred Twenty-five —At Hertzberg’s The Diamond House since 1878 Whatever the Occasion the Correct Gifts will always be found in the fascinating stock of the Hertzberg Shop----and priced most moderately too Hertzberg Jewelry Co. Jewelry Manufacturing in the Hertzberg Shop Glass Rings and Pins made to order Diamonds Watches Jewelry Silver Novelties Gold Novelties Leather Goods School and Glass Emblems De Molay Jewelry “Hertzberg’s Corner’’ —at the Sign of the Glock Two Hundred Twenty-six GENE SENG with H. N. MOORE CO, For the Qood of Athletics and Qood Athletic Qoods Special Discount to Schools and Colleges 314 W. COMMERCE ST. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS We wish to thank both the Faculty and Student body of B.H.S. for the business entrusted to us in the past and hope that the service rendered was such as to entitle us to a continuance of such patronage. Thank you. F. S. Huffmeyer and Co. OUR STEADY PURPOSE The persistent aim of the Frost National Bank is to render adequate and courteous service, whether the banking requirements are large or small. Supported by ample resources, seasoned by ripe experiences, animated by a progressive, helpful spirit, the Frost National Bank extends to all worthy business the benefits of a strong, efficient and willing service. Safety Courtesy Promptness Frost National Bank of San Antonio 109 Jefferson St.—Cr. 6038 109 W. Dewey Place—W. 3687 Tuo Hundred Twenty-seven Collins 9 rt Shop 110 E. HOUSTON STREET y jlCTURES are an index to the char- O A y acter, not only of the individual, but '—' of the home. The picture as a gift, lives forever, as a beautiful decoration for the home; as well as a constant reminder of the giver. GIFTS :: PICTURES :: FRAMING :: KODAKS Phone Crockett 5544 110 E. Houston Street San Antonio, Texas ''you can live without pictures, but not so well” Antonio Buick Co. 501 BROADWAY (f7 ”]E invite you to inspect closely the fetter tBuick Sl before you purchase a motor car. The quality and price is not equalled by smaller manufacturers. Two Hundred Twenty-eight ’■tshe Kerrville Lumber Co. of KERRVILLE. TEXAS •8 Wishes to send to the Brackenridge Seniors of 1926 Their heartiest congratulations and wish them success in the future. Miss Johnson and Mr. Waite have bought all lumber for Camps WALDAMAR and LONE STAR fhom The Kerrville Lumber Co. KERRVILLE. TEXAS Two Hundred Twenty-nine FULLY ACCREDITED JUNIOR COLLEGE. ACADEMY AND GRADES Excellent School of Fine Arts Marvelous climate in the historical city of San Antonio. Out-door physical training and recreation. Reasonable rates. 10 Weeks Summer School High School and College Courses Fully Accredited For further information and catalogue address E. R. STANFORD, President San Antonio, Texas nimo city M RUSINES5 COLLEGE Woolworth Building Crockett 259 “Today Everybody is in Business” Invest your ability. Make your brain pay dividends on a good position. Business men accept the recommendations of the ALAMO CITY BUSINESS COLLEGE as a guarantee of fitness and call on us constantly for our graduates. It is generally said, and rightly so, that you get better training at the ALAMO because you get more individual help and instruction. Credit allowed for work done in High School. S' ioqc J The Oldest School in the Newest Location since loos With the Best Equipment. Two Hundred Thirty ‘THE HOME OF THE STEINWAY” The Best of Everything in Music GOGGAN’S is an exposition place, every day in the year, holding open house, displaying the world’s finest, highest grade musical instruments and accessories, at one place, for your inspection, your comparison and your selection. An Invitation to You GOGGAN’S invite you to come in for a demonstration of anything in music, in their private, well-appointed display rooms, as a guest of GOGGAN’S, without obligation whatever. C. G. Conn Band Instruments Ludwig Drums and Traps Ernst Roth Master Violins Ludwig Banjos Vega Vegaphone and Banjos Deagan Marimbas Kumalae Ukuleles C. F. Martin Guitars Victor Records Brunswick Records OKEH and Red Seal Records Q. R. S. Player Rolls DUO Art Reproducing Rolls ‘Bhe U (ew Orthophonic Uidrolas Brunswick Tanatrope and ‘Ttadiola Qoggans World Famous ‘Pianos STEIN WAY EMERSON STECK PREMIER WEBER LESTER BRAMBACH ESTEY QOGGAN PRICE 5- TEEPLE THOS. GOGGAN BROS. Established 1866 Two Hundred Thirty-one How Will I Spend My Vacation? Hunting Swimming Fishing Riding] Horseback Canoeing Archery a - -a ALSO TUTORING IN ALL HIGH SCHOOL SUBJECTS a ■ - =s Tennis Baseball Hiking Art Craft Qolf Athletics BOYS GIRLS LONE STAR CAMP WALDEMAR CAMP Alex Waite, Director Ora Johnson, Director THE PHOTOGRAPHY IN THIS ANNUAL WAS MADE BY THE tyine cArts Studio 410 West Houston Street Two Hundred Thirty-two XeJ____________________________________________l ay i nmminmmmimimn I cash or credit immnmimmnimmini r iamonds cWatches Jewelry Silver Ware Eyeglasses PLATINUM JEWELED Genuine Orange Blossom Wedding Rings Established 1852 514 E. HOUSTON ST. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS Two Hundred Thirty-three SAYLOR COLLEQE To thousands of Baylor College girls everywhere, Alma Reeves Chapel is symbolic of victory, for, aside from the fact that the building itse’.f is a monument to the victorious determination of self-sacrificing pioneers, many of the brightest pages in the history of the college might be written around the victories won there. Four First Prizes for Brackenridge High Alma Reeves Chapel is also dear to the heart of Brackenridge High School. For during the last school year representatives of Brackenridge have walked beneath the classic columns shown in the picture, proud possessors of four first prizes won in contests conducted in this building: Best annual and best editorial in the Texas High School Press Association Contests; best trio and best in the Texas Interscholastic Music Meet Contests. We congratulate you: J. C. HARDY, A. M., L. L. D., Pres., Belton, Texas W here Courtesy Prevails This store is truly an expression of what gratitude can do—for surely nothing else but the people’s appreciation of Joske’s usefulness built this store. JOSKE BROS. CO. Two Hundred Tliirty-Jour Corner Navarro and Houston Streets he XJogue: Smart Misses Shop, Sponsoring “Feminine Apparel” in Beautiful Mediums of Expres-sion—of your own personality. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS Complete Outfitters to the Fashionright Miss and Matron Two Hundred Thiriy-five Z [ow!—just as in 1866 CONGRATULATIONS Dependable Home guilders to Dependable Home guilders Since 1866 710 K. Commerce St. Crockett 167 B The Class of 1926 ABCOC SPECIALTY SHOP K IN EVERY CITY there is one department store that sells dependable merchandise for less. In San Jlnlonio it's THE FAIR It pays to pay cash Alamo Plata at Commerce Street Original cftCexican Restaurant 115-121 Losoya St. FISCHER’S DRUG STORE Expert ‘Prescriptions Tel. Cr. 224 Quick Delivery 124 Broadway OMPANY ANDY MARUCIIEAU f KIGG V IGIITY JoOD V) Crockett 8497 719 So. Flores St. Insist i Jenner’s Candies Tfhc Qood Kind SKtadc in San Jintonio Over 500 Varieties Lundeens Silk Shop Alamo Plaza at Crockett Qoods Silks Fairly ‘Priced Two Hundred Thirty-six Compliments of J. cSHOE CO. 117-119 ALAMO PLAZA SAN ANTONIO - - U. S. A. Broadway Sporting Goods Co. 224 BROADWAY ATHLETIC OUTFITTERS IF IT’S SPORTS - - THINK OF US Two Hundred, Thirty-seven Fred Hummert Y.W.C.A. OFFERS OPPORTUNITIES Paints Wall Paper WHOLESALE AND RETAIL Swimming ‘Pool Qirl ‘Reserve Clubs 8? Summer Camp IBusiness Girl Club 517 EAST HOUSTON STREET SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS SCHOOL of STENOGRAPHY Simon Hubig Co. Blue Bonnet BAKERS OF Ice Cream Hubig’s Famous FIoney-Fruit Pies m CROCKETT (if 3 34 1 223 WEST COMMERCE STREET Travis 395 SAN ANTONIO. TEXAS DALLAS AND BROOKLYN Two Hundred Thirty-eight The Commercial National Bank San Antonio, Texas ' I HE habit of systematic saving acquired in - ■ youth is the foundation upon which is built success, happiness and independence START A SAVINGS ACCOUNT NOW We pay 4% compounded semi - annually OFFICERS Geo. B. Taliaferro, President Chas. Baumberger, Vice-President Z. D. Bonner, Vice-President E. A. Baetz, Cashier A. B. Crowther, Ass't. Cashier Two Hundred Thirty-nine PIGGLY-WIGGLY INC. SAN ANTONIO COMPANY SERVE Yourself and SAVE TWENTY-THREE STORES CONVENIENTLY LOCATED E. A. BASSE, President JOHN H. CUNNINGHAM, Vice-Pres. WALTON D. HOOD, Sec. CHOOSE BUSINESS AS YOUR VOCATION Your high school training gives you a splendid background for a business career. The greatest financial successes are to be found in business. Do you not have an ambition to accomplish something worth while—to get ahead financially, socially, and otherwise? Then learn Bookkeeping, Banking, Accounting, Shorthand, Typewriting, Commercial Spanish, and the various time-and-labor-saving office machines. Nothing Succeeds Like Success Draughon’s of San Antonio is one of the largest, most modern, thorough and practical business training schools in the United States. Our “PLACEMENT DEPARTMENT” is unequaled in this section. Let US TRAIN AND PLACE YOU. Request our free illustrated book, “FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS.” Draughon’s Practical Business College San Antonio, “The Big School” Texas Two Hundred Forty Hillyer-Deutch-Jarratt Co. BUILDING LOANS Lumber—Hardware Building ♦ 1309 S. FLORES ST. CROCKETT 9 7 ED. L. BIESENBACH Manufacturer ED. C. BIESENBACH Manager Established 1905 ED. L. BIESENBACH CO. Wholesale Manufacturers of “Bear Brand’’Quality Candies Cough Drops and Big Dandy Prize Package THE QUICK SELLING KIND Phone Travis 318 Factory: 328 East Fest St. San Antonio G. A. Duerler Mfg. Co. CANDY If it'5 good—it’s Duerler's MADE IN SAN ANTONIO NEW EDISON JSnliuurlch RADIO 316 €. HOUSTON ST. COTTON A Standard keyboard YORK Typewriter MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS Rianos Sheet Music THE VERY FLOUR FOR YOUR EVERY FLOUR USE MANUFACTURED AND GUARANTEED BY LIBERTY MILLS SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS COMPLIMENTS H.C.REES OPTICAL CO. 407 E. HOUSTON ST. Kirkwood Wharton PLUMBERS AND ELECTRICIANS Steam and Hot Water Heating Electric-Appliances and Fixtures Tile and Marble 421 Main Ave. PHONES j jr. 2585 W. E. LOWRY DISTRIBUTORS Kelly Springfield Tires and Tubes CROCKETT 334 and 335 Comer Navarro and Dallas Two Hundred Forty-one The place where boys develop Christian Character through supervised work and play Our Objective— Health Betterment Mind Acquirement Service Achievement Our Dynamic— A clean standard in living—in speech in athletics — in scholarship fivery member begins with a Physical Examination and Exercises Accordingly BOYS ARE GIVEN A WELL PLANNED PROGRAM OF GYMNASTIC GAMES AND CONTESTS Boys are encouraged to improve their swimming ability through a series of progressive tests i HE cleanest pool in San Antonio. Water certified for drinking purposes by State Laboratory after six weeks of use Young Men’s Martin and Navarro Streets Christian Association SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS Two Hundred Forty-three Maverick-Clarke Litho Co THE OFFICE MAN’S DEPARTMENT STORE ESTABLISHED 52 YEARS. — UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT AND A COMPLETE LINE OF OFFICE EQUIPMENT AND STATIONERY SUPPLIES, q IF ITS USED IN AN OFFICE, WE CAN SUPPLY IT South St. Mary’s Street Crockett 241 SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS Two Hundred Forty-four If Jou Would Like A few weeks out-of-doors — of swimming, canoeing, hiking —where the air is cool, and the water’s fine, and the fish bite well— Then —come to CAMP LONE STAR for Boys CAMP WALDEMAR for Qirls COURSES ARE OFFERED IN MUSIC — on every instrument Public Speaking and Dramatics Art and Artcraft All High School Courses All Sports See Miss Ora Johnson Mr. Alex Waite Two Hundred Forty-Hue 'Opea same CV „ 7IsrcC-.'lil ynrf -fr n Tflul %e Puss-word to a Plythical Treasure Cave When you have a spare half hour in the afternoon, stop in and let the Chief Operator show you about, More valuable, more magical things you pass by without notice every day You need no password to enter a much more wonderful and interesting place—the operating room of your own Telephone Office. Ancient Romancers never conceived of anything half so marvelous as the telephone. They would have traveled leagues to see what is within a few blocks of your home. It is worth seeing. Southwestern Bell Telephone Company Two Hundred Forty six MEMBERS OF C. I. P. A. T. H. S. P. A. Columbia Press Two Hundred Forty-seven ....the Brackenridge High School has selected HandH Blend Coffee to be served in its cafeteria. Uniform quality....perfect blend....and unusual aroma make HandH the unanimous choice of those who demand the best in coffee. Han°H Blend Coffee is supreme in its field__you know when you pour this tempting beverage in your cups that even the aroma is exclusive. Coffee beans from the greatest plantations in the world....blended....roasted.... ground and packed by the most exacting methods. That is H and H Blend. rRpasted and “Tacked in Son £knxonio by the HandH Coffee Company he College Annual House of Texas ' 130 SOLC-DAD ST. Y SAN ANTONIO.TfXAS LBCLECC PRESIDENT CEO. H. ALTEKRUSE VICE PRESIDENT FRANZ C.GROOS VICE PRESIDENT WM.C. CLEGG g TREASURER W. F. SI BERT SECRETARY ' fcfivr Avx� a: ii.?.TAwjjin r J u I T YOUR beckon, out of the j pages of a “SERVICE” planned Annual the memories of the happiest days of your life will be vividly brought forth in a dis tinctive and interesting manner, to live over and over again. Service Engraving Co. irgiinizcrs and 1 S� . v-Mii Amui.i,' 118 Broadway San Antonio, Texas TAKING TIME TO REMINISCE over classmates bulletin boards will be displayed when the 1926 . 0 school annual as they prepare bulletin graduating class of Brackenridge High School holds ,, c 'PP’n8s from school days of 1926 are its 50th year reunion from 3-11 p.m. Saturday at S.W. Bill Pease (L) and Robert Henry. The MacArthur Park. Brackenridge Class of ’26 Plans Reunion Those were the good ol' days back in 1926: Mooning over Rudolph Valentino, swimming at Brackenridge Park and excitement over graduation for 380 boys and girls from Brackenridge High School, one of the two high schools in the city at the time. Those days will be recalled at the 50th year reunion of the Brackenridge High School Class of 1926 to be held from 3-11 p.m. Saturday at MacArthur Park. A brick from the school, which was demolished in 1974, to make way for $6 million Wheatley High School, will be given away as a prize to the person who will travel the furthest distance to attend the reunion, said S. W 'Bill'’ Pease, reunion co-chairman. A western style barbecue and music of the 20s will be featured at the reunion. “No other musical entertainment will be provided, said Robert Henry, reunion co-chairman, “because when the class held its only other reunion back in 1963, everybody was so busy talking, nobody paid much attention to the music. Teachers who were at Brackenridge in 1926 will be invited to the reunion as guests of the class, Henry said. Various mementos of graduation days will be displayed on bulletin boards being assembled by Pease. Pease also has framed pictures of Miss Ora Johnson, principal in 1926, and the school, as well as an old metal locker, which he says, is “much smaller than the “modern ones. Pease, a retired civil service commercial artist, conceived the idea of the 50th reunion when he chanced upon Henry two years ago in a supermarket. Since that time, the two have accounted for 373 of the 380 persons who graduated from the school in 1926. Approximately 215 persons of the 278 still living are expected to attend the reunion, Henry said. Anyone who is a 1926 graduate and has not made reservations is urged to contact Mrs. Clo (Kempf) Lybecker, 411 Glenarm.