Central High School - Blackhawk Yearbook (Davenport, IA)

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The Pierian Literary Society of the twenties steered students along academic lines. Foreign language clubs claimed native names like Deuscher Verein, Le Cercle Francois, and Comitium Romanorum, but enrolled fewer student linguists than today's. In 1921. athletic-minded girls joined the Girls' Athletic Club (now GRA). while others shared domestic interests in the Jane Addams Club. Future Teachers. Nurses', and Secretaries' Clubs reflect the increased concern students have today for their future. With the continuous development of new organiza- tions. old interests have been lost in the passage of lime. The 1921 Blackhawk marked the close of an era when it reported: This June marks the close of a somewhat fatal year for the DHS Mandolin Club. Activities Director Orville Kohler with Hollis Brown. 1961 Davenport High School Orchestra. 1935 ft

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School-connected organizations develop with student interest. Wartime initialed the l.a Victoire Club of 1918. which collected thirty pounds of tin foil for the Red Cross. A patriotic spirit sparked the formation of the Girls' Rifle Club, stemming from the Boys' Rifle Club and the Reserve Officers' Training Club. ROTC drilled in review among the ducks at Vanderveer Park, while the rifle clubs held competitive contests. Band and orchestra combined efforts in a concert to help the Dear Joe Club raise money for returning World War II veterans. Wartime activities are not just a part of the distant past. This year’s Red Cross sponsored the collection of ditty bags, containing soap, playing cards, and pens, for US soldiers in Viet Nam. Pomander Walk. Senior Clan Play. 1924 n