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

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Dedication With a knowing glance, the solution to a drawing problem was given, and then on to the next student to help in any way he could. It may be iust an encouraging word, a friendly smile, or perhaps an hour long conference, but he was al- ways ready to give of whatever was needed when- ever necessary. These qualities made him dear. The face of Brackenridge has changed since that day thirty-seven years ago when he first walked down the halls. And each year he sent out into the nation the future leaders of America, trained in their mechanical drawing skills and a little wiser to the world because of his guidance. The teaching profession is not an easy task. His obligations were fulfilled well and not o-nly fellow teachers but also students respect and ad- mire him for the work he has done for the school. At the close of the last day of school in May, the doors of Brackenridge will close behind him for the last time. His tools of the teaching pro- fession will be laid aside, and a well-deserved va- cation will be taken at last. Those who have had him and all who know him will miss the friendly smile and his well-known quiet manner. It is with humility that the 1959 La Retama staff cledicates the Spirit of EagleIand to you, Mr. Raymond Rust. You have indeed been a part of this spirit, and for your years of dedicated serv- ice to Brackenridge, we thank you. We hope you will return to these familiar halls, and may this book be a part of the many memories etched on your mind from the land of the Eagles.

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Brackenridge! Brackenridge! We are with you heart and soul. Brackenridge! Brackenridgel We will tight and win our goal. Ranking high-you know why Iust because you've carried through All those things that are great and good. Brackenridge-here's success to you. B. H. S. O'er the rest ln the game of lite we'1l lead. Fighting fair-do and dare, Thanks to thee and to thy creed. We will go-but l know That a pleasant memory Will always be in our hearts Ot the days that we've spent with thee. -Buddy Hancock Class of 1930

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Theme All of Brackenridge High School will remem- ber the year 1959 as being one of great progress. Brackenridge found herself in a winning victory after undergoing a major change. Students, facul- ty, and teachers co-operated in strengthening our Eagleland. One main factor was noticed by every- one who came into contact with Brackenridge. The factor was that of school spirit. School spirit reigned in classrooms, in the halls, at games, whether won or lost, and wherever Brackites went. The seniors were proud of the school spirit that ended their days of childhood happily and gave them confidence as they stepped into the fu- ture. All iuniors were grateful for the school spirit that encouraged them as they took the last step before they left their home at Brackenridge. The sophomores were impressed with school spirit for it brightened their first year at Brackenridge and gave them a view of what lay ahead of them. The faculty, too, were also awed by the school spirit that added fun to their classes and made each student eager to learn better. School spirit did great things for e v e r y o n e at Brackenridge. Yes, Eagleland spirit was great. lt is only becoming that with school spirit proving to be such a popular personality we should sa-lute it in a special way. So, it is with great sincerity that the 1959 La Retama staff presents their theme of The Spirit of Eagleland, to you Brack- ites and faculty in their fortieth edition. This is your book, members of Brackenridge High School and faculty. Read it, cherish it, and keep it always as a reminder of the great school spirit that was ours in the wonderful year of 1959. Alexander Gonzales Editor-in-Chief