C E Byrd High School - Gusher Yearbook (Shreveport, LA)

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Years of Devoted Service Ardent fans throughout the years, the Duncans have attended countless sports events, inspiring participants and spectators alike with their loyal spirit. Our principal proudly returned to school after accepting the “Best Ad of 1960” Award for Byrd. This is presented annually by the Advertising Club to the person or institution who has done the most to draw favorable attention to the City of Shreveport. Climaxing each year is the thrill of the graduation exercises, both an ending and a beginning. After recognizing special awards, Mr. J. H. Duncan bid farewell to yet an- other senior class. The Duncans have faithfully attended almost all of the approximately 150 banquets held during the last fifteen years—ranging from spaghetti suppers to football banquets. In additioa to the many other duties of the principal of Byrd was helping to keep the school rtvnning smoothly by presiding over faculty meetings, held twice monthly. 19

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MR. J. H. DUNCAN — Fifteen Mr. J. H. Duncan, after a eareer in education, has served as principal of Byrd High School for fifteen years. During this period he has devoted his time and effort unselfishly in our be- half; he has inspired us to try for the highest goals possible in every field. He has become the embodiment of Jacket Pride, inspiring and keeping alive that spark of spirit which has become so much a part of us and our school. The ideals of J. H. Duncan will forever reside in Byrd and in the hearts of its countless individuals. The educational standards he has set and the principles he has laid down will be a vital influence in our lives, for his sincere dedication and loyalty, his deep concern will be remembered even when Byrd is only a memory to us. Although he will no longer be physically present to guide us, we, and those to come after us, will “keep on keeping on” as he has taught us by his every thought and action through his long years of devoted service. Mr. Duncan, at far right, salutes the colors during a federal R.O.T.C. inspection. He has lent his wholehearted support to every facet of student activities throughout the years. J. H. DUNCAN B.A.—Trinity University M.A.—University of Texas One of his more pleasant duties was the presentation of the many awards and certificates eamed each year in all areas. Mr. J. H. Duncan rongratulated a new member of the National Honor Society in their annual induction asseinbly. Crowning queens is always a happy occasion, and our principal has done the honors 28 times during his years at Byrd. 18

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Aviation, with its phenomenal growth in past years, represents the recent explosion of knowledge and the subsequently increasing rangr of man ' s concerns. Reflecting the current scope of student interests are Byrd ' s many activities, which help guide the growth and devel- opment of Jackets outside the classroom. Pictured on a visit to one of Shreveport ' s airports are: Ginger Fortson, Drama Club Secretary; Rebel Brown, Student Council Executive Coramittee; David Adams, Fellowship of Christian Athletes President; Janet Marvin, State Junior Classicai League Secretary; Candy Pardue, Red Cross President; Julia Minor, Pep Squad Treasurer; and Stephen King, Go West Day Co-Chairman.