Corry Area High School - Corrian Yearbook (Corry, PA)

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THE TYRIAN SENIOR CLASS HISTORY Two of the most important dates in Corry’s history are 1871, when Corry High School was founded, and 1917 when we, the class of 1921, entered as Freshmen. We had been anticipating this event for some time with mingled emotions of fear and longing, and it was with a sigh of relief that we found ourselves, nearly one hundred strong, settled in our respective sections. The class was organized with the following officers: George Wright, president; Walter Lander, vice president; Helen Heath, secretary; and Glenn Dickson, treasurer. In January we attempted a sleigh-ride but owing to difficulties caused by a blizzard, we returned to the Eastern Star Hall, where a good time was enjoyed. We took part in the High School organizations, such as the Glee Club, Orchestra, and Basketball, and also did our share in supporting the Red Cross, Y. M. C. A., and Liberty Bond drives. The following year we assembled as dignified Sophomores and elected George Wright, president; Glenn Dickson, vice president; Marion Thompson, secretary; and Thomas Burkhart, treasurer. We still continued to support the various war drives. This year closed with an enjoyable outing at Findley Lake. We entered our Junior year with a determination to make our class a factor in Corry High School and at once elected Ehvin McCray, president; Anna Downey, vice president; and Marion Thompson, secretary and treasurer. Later Editha Verfurth was appointed class reporter for the Fligh School Notes. The first demonstration of our united efforts was the winning cf the first prize in the Athletic Association Membership contest. Our labors were rewarded by a beautiful pennant in the class colors. At Hallowe’en we entered the parade with a fine float and were successful in winning a prize. Soon we began elaborate plans for the Junior-Senior Reception, which has long been the big event of the school year. It was held at the State Armory on Friday evening, January 23. At seven o’clock the banquet was served by Mrs. Hoenes. The banquet hall was decorated in the Senior colors, green and white. Mr. Monroe presided as toast master and appropriate remarks were made by the class presidents and members of the faculty. The dance hall was tastefully decorated in purple and white, our class colors. Unique favors were distributed during the grand march and dancing was enjoyed until one o’clock. We received many compliments on the success of our reception. PAGE 14

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THE T Y RIAN SENIOR CLASS •v President Vice President Secretary and Treasurer Signa Anderson Edythe Buller Carl Christensen Edward Champion Anna Downey Gladys Dimmick Lucy Deschamp Rosallenc Dempsey Josephine Duffy Reno Farrell Cameron Hoenes Avis Group Helen Heath Irene Jordan Lewis Miller Hubert Morrison Hubert Morrison Carl Christensen Editha Verfurth Elwin McCray Roy Mortz Howard Pier Roland Ross Warren Rathbun Gladys Skinner Ruth Skinner Mildred Sandburg Nell Sweet Norman Scholton Paul Spiesman Ruth Stafford Marion Thompson Lloyd Thomas Editha Verfurth Dorothy Whiteley George Wright PAGE 13

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THE TYRIAN We went into athletics as a Class and organized a basketball team which won two-thirds of the games played. At the inter-class track meet held in May we carried away first honors with little difficulty. We completed our career as Juniors with a picnic at Findley Lake. The fall of 1920 found us returning to school as Seniors with our ranks somewhat thinned but with our determination redoubled. We organized for the last year with the following officers: Hubert Morrison, president; Carl Christensen, vice president; and Editha Verfurth, secretary and treasurer. In October we were invited to Hassett’s farm where we enjoyed a corn roast and barn dance. We began our preparations for a Hallowe’en float with much enthusiasm. After much planning and hard work we entered the parade with a Hawaiian boat in which rode four girls in native Hawaiian costume. The float was drawn by six boys also in Hawaiian garb. We felt that our efforts were amply rewarded when we received first prize. The Juniors showed much spirit in putting over the Junior-Senior at which we were entertained on January 25. We wish to congratulate the Juniors on the success of their reception. Our school days are nearly over and in publishing this year book we realize, with regret, that we are performing our last rites in Corry High. Class Colors - - Purple and White Class Flower - - - - V iolet Class Motto Quand meme PAGE 15