Denton High School - Bronco Yearbook (Denton, TX)

Text from Pages 1 - 132 of the 1925 volume:

THE BRONCO Joe Raimey •t T XLT. X.X.X Tv Xv Xi T. XIXC X. X X 1 XX T X. X. X XvX tiy DEDICATION TO Mr. A. O. Calhoun Because he understands us. is interested in us. loves us: because he is a real gentleman, a good sportsman, and a true friend: we, the students of the Denton High School, dedicate this volume of the Bronco. 1925 'XL' . 3 Xil 'I 'X. 'X. 3 X X 'X. 'X. X. HISTORY OF THE DENTON HIGH SCHOOL In gathering material for this article I find it very difficult to get a correct and detailed account. But. with the assistance of a few former pupils and members of the school board I have attempted to make it as accurate as possible. The private schools of Denton were consolidated in The Denton City School, in 1884. with an enrollment of four hundred and twenty-five students. The building was a three-story structure and was located on a lot now occupied by the Lee School. At this date the population of the city of Denton was three thousand inhabitants. The first superintendent was M. H. Looney. The school consisted of nine grades with a regular grammar school curriculum in addition to Algebra. Trigonometry. Geometry. Physics. English. History, and Latin. The pupils were astonished to learn of the invention of the typewriter in 1 886. The first diplomas were issued in 1886 with Mr. Looney as president. The first structure burned in 1907. When this mishap occurred the grammar grades were taught in the various churches and in the courthouse; the high school grades were taught in the John B. Denton College until 1912. when the growth of Denton and the need for greater educational facilities made possible a new building, which is now the Junior High School. The enrollment had increased greatly, and quite a number of new subjects were added to the course of study. Eleven grades are now included in the school. The superintendents of the School dating from 1884. the time of consolidation. are: M. H. Looney, E. F. Comcgys. Snow. R. W. Pittman. D. C. Limbough. E. B. Keyte, J. S. Carlysle. J. W. Beaty, and W. T. Doggett. Mr. W. T. Doggett is now superintendent, with Mr. A. O. Calhoun principal of the Senior High, and Mr. W. C. Blankenship principal of Junior High. The Senior High is a new modern building constructed only last year. It includes a gymnasium, and a modern cafeteria, with an auditorium both Junior and Senior High, is one thousand and twenty-eight students. of a seating capacity of eight hundred. The enrollment now of the School, including —Margaret Stovall '25. Page 6 Golden treasures, dear to my heart, Treasures that I shall ne'er depart.. The days among my classmates dear, Who shared alike, a joy, a tear. A memory that shall live through ages, Will be brought back, by these dear pages. PAGE MISSING PAGE MISSING DENTON HIGH SCHOOL Board of Trustees President Dr. T. C. DOBBINS Vice President J. W. PENDER A. G. Koenig R. E. T urner Mrs. C. N. Adkinson O. M. King E. A. Chambers PARENT-TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION President Mrs. J. Tabor Secretary Mrs. R. L. Ramey Treasurer Mrs. V. W. SHEPHARD Realizing the importance of better cooperation and a more perfect understanding between the patrons and the faculty of the school, the Parent-Teacher Association of the Denton High School was organized. The Association has been organized for five years, and in that time has accomplished much good. The main objects of the organization are: To raise the standard of the home and school: to devise a wiser, better trained parenthood; to study all conditions that affect the mental and moral welfare of the child: to promote laws which will safeguard childhood: to foster a closer union between the home and the school, the parent and the teacher. A few of the things the Association has done in a financial way are: Contributing to the library fund; buying a stage curtain: beautifying the grounds of the Junior High School: and making it possible for representatives of Home Economic Classes to attend conventions. Not content with what it has accomplished, the aim is to do greater things in the near future. One of them is to beautify the campus of the New Senior High School, planting trees and flowers. —Mrs. J. $ Tabor. MR. W. T. DOGGETT As superintendent of city schools for five years. Mr. Doggett has won for himself a name, not only in the educational circles in Denton, but throughout the entire state. We admire and respect him. MR. A. O. CAI.HOUN Principal of Senior High School MR. W. C. BLANKENSHIP Principal of Junior High School OUR SCHOOL To you. Our Home of Knowledge, we resolve to be ever true, The emblem of aspiration, we reverence you thru' and thru'; Just the joy and grief within your walls; your silent cries of hope anew The sign of hardships overcome: of glorious victory due, Your hidden tho'ts, so noble and great: your happy eager crew— Ah! all the dearer—these—after the years are flown. But—forever—undiminished, we know our love for you, Our School. BANKS BROWN DAVIS FINDLAN HENNEN JOHNSON JONES KINGERY KIRKPATRICK LYON McAllister McAllister miller mizzel norman OWENS PETTY SIMMONS STANTON TEVIS WOODS Page 14 J.RAMEY'Zf- HIGH SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS President JUDGE GAMBILL Vice President JOHN NeALF. Secretary MAURICE BEATY LOW SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS President OSCE GROSS Vice President MABEL FRANCIS King Secretary Lois DAVIS Reporter WHITTEN DAVIS THE SENIORS It’s hard for us to say good-bye, To our dear old Senior High. Can we leave without a sigh. Dear old school.'’ You have made us day by day. Better fit for life’s rough way. This, in gratitude we say. Dear old school. Although we seek the road to fame. Our love for you shall still remain. Those precious days were not in vain. Dear old school. To those we leave within thy walls. To keep the spirit in thy walls. Upon their hearts this duty falls, Dear old school. There are tasks, with coming years. There is life with all its cares; We must brush away our tears, Dear old school. —Marvin J Horton, ’25. AVIS CRAVEN Avis is a mixture of goodness and sweetness. She is so studious and calm: the very one to conquer a heart. WILLIAM CRAWFORD Bill is a pal to everybody. He is an out-of-town product, but he is one of us anyway. DAYME DORSEY Dayme minds her own business. She is a sturdy worker and we expect to hear from her in the future. ALVA BARTON A wonderful choice for some young man. We love Alva so because her good nature is contagious. PAULINE BROYLES Cupid claimed Pauline after her gradua tion: so you see someone else loved her too. JEWELL COPP If real ability and hard work can make a future. Jewell has prospects for a glorious one. We sure will miss her smile. RUBY LEE FARMER She says that life is too brief to waste one bit of her lime. She is modesty and quietness itself. JUDGE GAMBILL Judge is a born leader and athlete. Judge will be head and shoulders above them all. wherever he goes. MARY JO GRIFFIN Mary Jo will get what she goes after: we will bet on that. ELIZABETH HAYS She was a hard worker and a loyal supporter of the Senior class and the class play. ST. CLAIR HEADLEE The possessor of a genial disposition. St. Clair is brilliant in many things. HUBERT HEFNER Hubert was a good student and a friend to everybody that would meet him even a third of the way. Page ' IVA RUTH HENDRIX Iva Ruth is a lively and good-looking girl. Besides being a good student, she is a good girl. ODESSA HIBLER A blonde whom we all love. Odessa is another out-of-town girl; yet she is one of the gang after all. JESSE LEE HILL Another proof that stnl water runs deep. Jesse Lee is small of stature, but she is a monster in ability. GRACE LOVELESS Grace is dignified, precise, and accurate. She is a real Senior and we are proud of her. RUBY LOWDER Ruby is loyal and dependable in all things that are right. We will miss her pep and vigor. JOHN NEALE A temple of good looks, yet he is not aware of this fact. He always wears a smile for everyone. Will we miss John? I say we will miss him. JIMMIE LEE OWENS A hard worker and a reaper of the results. Jimmie Lee is a good classmate and we hate to see her leave. MAZIE PASS Mazie studies; wc will vouch for that and the faculty will miss her. especially Miss Petty in typewriting. JOE RAMEY Joe is another one of our athletes. He is an artist of ability and a real good sport if you know Joe well. GREGG SIMMONS Gregg is a sincere and well rounded boy and we will all be disappointed if he does not make a great success. ENDA PEARLE SIZEMORE Enda Pearle is more of a lady in her actions, yet her friends insist that she is just one of the gang. AUREE SPENCER Why worry over troubles? Auree never does. She has the looks of a queen and the ability to become one. Page -0 Fl.OREINE TUBBS Besides being a singer, a dancer, and a good actress. Floreine was a winner in a beauty contest. ELIZABETH WEST Muggs” is cheerful and care-free, and full of life. Her smile is always welcome. CYRYL WEST Cyrvl cared enough about us to come to Denton to school. We like him for his straightforward friendliness. Page 2i PATSIE AIKEN Just the happiest, most care-free girl in this great big lively world. LOUISE BATES Jet hair, sapphire eyes, ruby lips, and very wise. KELLY BARKER Kelly is a good-natured, titian-haired, jolly good sport. MAURICE BEATY I am not handsome, but I'll declare that 1 have a distinguished look. MARGARET BEASLEY So far as we know. Margaret has never made less than A in English. VALERA BARNES I here's a lot of good-natured friendliness that shines from her eyes. Page JJ AMOS BEATY Amos is desirable company for anyone. In other words, satisfaction guaranteed. MARY ALMA BECK She never frowns, she never tries. Her heart is always merry. FRANCES BEDDO She loves to go to school to learn, to read and write and spell. She loves her teacher's smile to earn, and learn her lessons well. MARGARET BEYETTE Energetic and sensible and a good Girl’s Club president. T. J. BLACKWELL Steadfastness of purpose, honesty and seriousness all fit our blonde friend. T. J. JESSE BLANKS Lovable, capable, dependable and optimis tic. are adjectives that apply to Jesse. Page 23 FEE BONER Silence is golden ; I'm a rare metal. ESTHER BRANDENBURGER Just the kind of a girl that is happy and full of life. AZEL BROWNING Azel is always a friend to everyone. We like his eyes and his curly hair. ALBERT BOYLES We are sure Albert will show his real ability when he leaps into the dark pit of the future. LOUISE BRYANT A real friend and a serious student-. She has a pleasant likeable smile. OLA LEE BYRD We like Ola I.ee because she tends to her own business. Page 24 MARION CADDLE Marion is a living example of energy and good looks combined. GEORGIA MAE CARRUTH She is the center of a group of admiring friends because of her lovely disposition. CARLOS CLAYTON Carlos is a big-hearted fellow and he has many friends in the old gang. ELLA MARGARET CLAYTON Oh. golden locks and eyes of blue, 'tis why the students alt love you. HELEN CLEVELAND We know that the students in Helen’s grade in Detroit miss her pep and jollity. WORTH COFFEY Worth is a studious fellow and he has won the love of many by his unselfish smile. Page is ELIZABET H CORLEY Though you arc a bit audicious and your eyes and hair arc bright, though you’re saucy and flirtatious: Elizabeth, you arc all right. DORA COPP Dora is composed and business like. She is studious and a good pal to everyone. SAM COWAN For every question Sam has an answer, and leave it to the teachers that the answer is usually right. ELMA CURREY Elma is our entertainer, and believe me. he is entertaining. BOYD CURTIS Boyd says: All things I thought I knew, but now I confess the more I know, I know the less.’ REBECCA DAVIS Rcbccca is a good student, an excellent debater, and a splendid friend to all. Page 6 LOIS DAVIS Red'’ is indispensable to our basketball team. DIONITA DOBBINS F.xcecdingly mischievous, vivacious and fun-loving. GENIECE DOBBINS Genicce is a true and loyal friend to many, liked by teachers as well as students. ALICE DURDEN Beauty of feature and sweetness of expression—both belong to Alice. BEATRICE FARR Bee has a rare personality that makes everyone consider her their friend. ETHEL FOSTER Brown curly hair, Boys,' beware! Page aj ILA BELL FOX She is dignified and sweet, and not selfish with her smiles. EUNICE GERLACH Eunice is pretty and lively, that is why she is everybody’s sweetheart. OMA GOSNEY She is gentle, she is shy. But there is mischief in her eye. CHESTER GOUGH Ches seems to be more interested in whose horse than who's whose. NAOMI GRACE Black hair. gr«y eyes, an elusive smile, and a large store of common sense. JEWEL GRANT With her sweet disposition and friendliness. she is a jewel indeed. Page 28 2 OSCE GROSS “Yes. I am one who believes in love at first sight, but I also believe in taking a second look. CURTIS GROSS Curtis is a fine kid. He has good looks, good nature, good friends, and a good time. JACK HARPER Jack always sees the humorous aspect to any situation and has the talent of cheering folks up with his witty remarks and heartv laugh. MARGARET HESTER We will have to admit her disposition isn't so abominable despite the indicative color of her hair. ONES HODGES Ones is liked by everyone because of his optimism, resourcefulness, and friendliness. LERA HONEYCUTT A good old ' gar' with a lot of kindness in her—that's Lera. Page MARVIN HORTON Dutch, the canary of the High School, a cartoonist, and a good jester. HERBERT HUFFAKER “He has too many worthwhile things to do to worry about grades. ’ PAULINE JOHNSON Polly is a favorite because of her genial way and friendly smile. MILDRED JONES We find Mildred a jolly, carefree, happy, and friendly addition to our school. BUSH JONES Our promising Tilden. and a well-liked boy. OLA MAE KELLER Ola Mae is a studious, reserved, resourceful student. Page 30 MATTIE KINDRED I know that Cupid did it. and I think it was a sin. To put a dainty dimple in the middle of her chin. MABEL FRANCIS RfNG One of the most genuinely versatile products of the Denton High School. AGNES KLEIN We like Agnes. She is the combination of a brilliant student and a demure and modest girl. LEONARD LAMB Twinkle, twinkle, little star. How we wonder who you are. Reaching for your goal so high. You will get there by and by. PRENTICE LIGON His seriousness, straightforwardness, and executive ability make him admired by all bis fellow students. EMMA RUTH LINDSEY We couldn't have possibly gotten along without her for a yell leader—and besides we like her cheerfulness. ROLAND LIPSCOMB Roland appears very quiet and businesslike. but we know there is some mischievousness under that serene countenance. YANCEY LOLLEY Yancey is energetic to say the least, but he is not too serious to know how to enjoy life. MAURICE McCORMACK Energy and pep personified and a good yell leader. ELSIE McCLOUD Good natured with a smile that laps over twice and buttons behind. JEWEL NEALE She is pretty to walk with, and witty to talk with, and pleasant to think on. too. GERTRUDE PAMPLIN She is just the kind we care for most. Attractive, cheerful, and doesn't boast. PEGGY PAYNE Tall, slender, graceful blonde—no wonder she changed her name to Mrs. Garret before school was out. HATTIE PATTERSON Hattie is somewhat reserved and serious minded—but you never can tell what these kind of girls are going to do next. BILL PARKS Bill believes, like most of us. that life is too short to worry much. MURREL PASCHALL She is of a very rare type—quiet, reserved, lovely of feature, and sweet of disposition. RUBY JO REEVES Ruby Jo is big of heart, broad of sympathies. and genial of manner. ANNIE LEE REAVES A live wire in disguise—always full of pep and doing something. Page si G. A. REAVES G. A.’s black eyes arc the envy of every High School girl, and his ability as a tennis player is not altogether overlooked. ELIZABETH RIGG Elizabeth is the rare thing—pretty, friendly, attractive, jolly, and very lovable. CLYDE RILEY “A boy with a head for business''—a studious, serious-minded and energetic chap sure to win out in the end. GLEN ROBERTSON Beneath his easy-going surface we find plenty of true ability and character. JACK RUSHING He is friendly towards everyone and a worthwhile companion. Jack is full of pep —and always rushing.'' OPAL SHARBER Quiet and unassuming, but well-poised, and with a mind of her own. Page G. B. SHERIDAN G. B. has a line that makes everyone like him—a “life line” that will help him find his way in the ocean of success—we hope. HARWELL SHEPARD Harwell has something more than his continual good humor. That is why he has no enemies. WILLIS SKIPWORTH Well liked because of his unusual, attractive personality, but still a bit hard to understand. DOROTHY SLEDGE Sane, sensible, and saintly—Dorothy is a charming friend with aesthetic tastes and high ideals. EDITH SMITH She has a likable and attractive individuality. not the least of which are her practicability and common sense. WILL SMOTHERMAN Will is just as conscientious and businesslike as anybody in High School. Page WILLA MAE SNYDER Dancing blue eyes, and a winsome smile, are parts of Willa Mae's attractiveness. JIM STALLCUP A worthwhile friend and companion. Jim has individuality about him. MARGARET STOVALL Margaret's head is full of clever ideas. A studious, yet fun-loving person. WILLIAM SUTTON A type rarely seen: black hair, black eyes, and a beautiful complexion. EVALYN TALIFERRO Evalyn is modest., and nice and sweet. She attracts the attention of all she meets. GLADYS TALIFERRO Expressive brown eyes, cordial manner, and a host of friends. What else could one wish? Paffc .16 IMOGENE THOMPSON Imogcne is pretty and nice and lovable. Her friends arc numerous. CRAIG THOMPSON Craig is quiet and unassuming: true to his friends, and true to himself. ANDREW VICKERY The cver-activc nature and pleasing personality will certainly bring success to Andrew'. WILLIE RAY WALL AVc predict a bright future for this studious friend of ours. MYRTLE LEE WATTAM Myrtle Lee is friendly to all and it is this congeniality of her nature that makes us love her. CLINTON WHITMORE Clinton has the school spirit. A royal good fellow who is ready for pleasure along with his work. Page Maury is pleased with all the world and sees not one reason why he should take life seriously. HERMAN WILLIAMS Herman may be late and in a run. But he's always there when it comes to fun. MILDRED WILLIAMS Mildred is able to keep up with friends and lessons as well. She has a cordial manner and a bright smile. EULALIE WRIGHT Lulalies company is always sought out. She has a friendly manner and a pleasant smile: often she gets so tickled she smiles out loud. GANICE YARBOROUGH Ganice has made hosts of friends in the two years she has been with us. She is pretty, friendly, and athletic. Page ,iS JUNIORS ADAMS ANDERSON Al.DEN BAKER CAMPBELL BARKER BERRY BELL BYERLY CARLETON COLEMAN COX DAVIS DITTRICH DOUGLASS EVANS EVERS FLETCHER FRY GIBBS GOAD GRAHAM HALL HARDIE HUGHES rage 39 JUNIORS HUMPHRIES KOONCE LEWIS MASSEY MATHEWS McCOY McINERNY MEDLIN MEINE MITCHELL MYERS NABORS NALL PEARMAN RAMEY ROBERTS SHEPPARD SIMPSON SMITH STANLEY THOMAS TOBIN VAUGHN WARREN WHEELER WHITESIDE WYNN WILKERSON Page 40 IRMA Adams—She manages the business manager. HANS Anderson—If silence is golden, he will take his out in silver. VlNETTER ALDEN—She is an able addition to the Spanish class. CLARA Baker—Her winning personality makes many friends. OLETA BELL—She has a ringing name. GWEN Berry—Her name is Gwen, but we call her Gwendolen for short. BESSIE Byerly—Her earnest efforts will bring her success. LOIS Campbell—Lois is an all-round good student. GEORGE Carleton—He wears a blue sweater to show his girlish figure. MARY Jo Coleman—She holds undisputed claim to be the smallest junior Ori.ENA STANLEY—Divinely tall and most divinely fair. ELOISE SMITH—She is O. K.. even if she does have long hair. VERNA Tobin—She is little, but always comes out on top. WILMA Thomas—Among other things. Wilma always makes 'A s.'' VERA Vaughn—Vera is quiet and lovable. FRANCES Pearman—Another of those good-looking girls from Gainesville. JASMINE Shappard—She is as full of pep as T. N. T. is of explosive. MADGE Warren—She follows the styles: she has a ponjola. LUCILLE Wynn—Her name is very fitting. Alice Adel Wilderson—She is little and cute. CORA Medlin— Where's there's a will, there's a way. LUCILLE Massey—Your bright eyes spoke—how saucily! ELSIE Meine—Naturally bold, and very cunning. BERNELL MITCHELL—His lessons never trouble him. Maries Myers—She loves 'em gay. MABEL Nabors—Our snappy junior class reporter. LUCILLE Nall—We've often wondered whether her heart is in Denton. Gainesville, or Gary. SETH Ramey—He’s mischief in person, that's Seth. JOHN Roberts—A careful student—careful not to overdo. RUTH WHITSIDE—Romance is hidden in her golden hair. CLARENCE Wheeler—He went hunting—deer or dear? Lee SIMPSON—He's another yannigan. HELEN Hall—Helen’s sweet disposition is known to all. MARIE Hardy—Marie always knows when Johnny goes marching home. ALICE Hughes—Silence is the sanctuary of prudence. WENDEL HUMPHRIES—We would all like to know where he gets his permanent wave. Lucille Fletcher—Our peppy class president. LUCILLE KoonCE—Why can't all girls be sensible? I am. Page 41 Z. D. LEWIS—He just can’t wait for his grades. PHODOL1A MATTHEW'S— Tell me not in mournful numbers—life is but an empty dream.” HAZEL McCoy—Gentle in manners but firm in reality. DORIS McINERNY—She is just the quiet kind whose nature never varies. VeLMA Cox—She is here, but her heart is in Fresno, Calif. CLARK Davis—He plays a cornet well—he says so himself. CEDONIA DlETTRICK—Her dark eyes are full of mystery. LUCILLE Douglass—Pet shows her pep in basketball. KENNEDY Evans—She is a favorite with the editor-in-chief because of family relations. LOTTA EVERS—All the teachers realize her ability. LUELLA Fry—She likes Butter-Krust bread. Gilbert Gibbs—He is our lady's man. Al.YNE Goad—She has pep to loan RAY Graham—He’s one of our Yannigans. A JUNIOR CLASS MEETING SCENE: In Room 301. ACTORS: Not over II Juniors. President: We want to discuss the Prom. (Voices): Blah—Prom—Blah. (Another Voice): What’s a Prom for? I can walk around the block at home. (Cheers from admirers. Warning giggle from the president.) Pres. (Changing subject) : How many Juniors would like class pins? (Everybody—evidently—from sound of noise.) Miss M.: How much? Pres.: Five Forty-Five. (Hisses from the class.) J. R. (Hopefully, with a dawning light of intelligence on his Valentino countenance) : Maybe it means five forty-five a dozen. (Loud shouts of approval.) Pres. (As usual): He-he-ha-ho-he-he-he-he-he-he. (Just as everybody is going to sleep again, another voice is heard.) G. G.: I'll buy one if they're two for fifteen. Page 42 (Anonymous, the author wishes to escape murder.) SOPHOMORES ADAMS AIKEN BAKER BERNHART BLACK CLEMENTS COLEMAN CORNWALL COWAN CROCKETT DAVIS DORSEY FARRIS FOSTER GAY HARRISON HENNEN HERBERT HILL KERLEY KIMBROUGH KLEPPER LAURERDALE Page 43 Page 44 SOPHOMORES LIPSCOMB LYNCH LOUDER McCRAY MORE PASS PATTERSON PIERCE RICE SIMMONS SIMPSON SMITH SLACK SLACK SPAIN WARREN WHEELER WILCOXON WILSON WILSON WYNN FAVORITES IRMA ADAMS PRETTIEST GIRL MABEL FRANCIS KING MOST POPULAR GIRL FOOTBALL BASKETBALL TRACK BASEBALL 3JRgwov -- ■ JOHN Neale. Captain and left tackle, is lost through graduation. Handsome” first attracted attention three years ago as a scrub by his fierce tackling. He did not develop until late in the season, so did not make his letter. In '23 John became a regular end and a good one. This year he was shifted to tackle. Strong, aggressive, a hard charger, and in addition to his playing responsibilities he accepted seriously those as captain, was very popular and a good leader. JUDGE Gambill, fullback, is the first man to be awarded a four-stripe sweater from Denton High. He hits the line as few high school backs we have seen, a veritable bullet, though gifted with only ordinary speed. His playing throughout the season was consistently top-notch, but the game he put against McKinney should always be a bright day in his memory.—every plunge he ripped off from three to ten yards through the line. Judge's graduation marks the passing of the kind of a boy and athlete the school can always be proud of. MARVIN Horton, halfback, finished his second and last year on the team, as he is a Senior. Dutch played last year at end. This year he was converted into a back because of his speed and kicking ability. He is fast, a good ground-gainer, and splendid punter. MAURICE Beaty, right tackle, is a two-year man. This year Firpo took to the tackle position like a duck to water, and was never shifted. He and Captain John were a pair of tackles to make any high school coach’s heart glad. Firpo is a powerful, heavy, aggressive lineman who improved as the season went on. He graduates leaving a place hard to fill the way he filled it. JOE Ramey, center, alternated last year between center and guard, playing most of the season at guard. This Joe was the one and only center. His passing was consistently good, having few bad ones to his credit. Joe is a steady, smart center, both on offense and defense. He backed up the left side of the line on defense and did a good job of it. too. He sized plays quickly and accurately and broke up passes well. The place he leaves open by grad uation will be hard to fill. WHITTEN Davis, right end. is a two-year man and graduates. The story of Eli's development into a real football player is a justification for football and something that he may be proud of. Eli came out three years ago a runted, stringy scrub, and developed into a husky, hardy prospect. Eli possesses the two prime requisites of a football player—determination and love of the game. He is a good end. tackles hard, hard to circle, covers punts well, and is a fighter. Page }I HOMER Tampke, halfback, playing his first year on the ‘ Varsity.’’ was a star. Too light to plunge a line, his specialty was a quick opening, and the runs, the shiftiest back we had. “Lisky is fast as a flash, whirls, sidesteps, and is hard to stop. He would make us a wonderful running back in the two years more on scholastic football that remain to him, but he, too, graduates. Ben GAMB1LL. quarter, played his first year with the regulars. For his first year in this class of competition, Ben played a splendid game at quarter. He can carry the ball himself, pass, punt, and dropkick. and he likes to “call 'em.'’ His passing up to the McKinney game on Turkey Day was only mediocre, but in that contest he really passed as he is capable of doing. He has two more years in High School. AMOS Beaty, left guard, played his first and last year with High School. Amos is one of the exceptions to the rule, making a first-class lineman his first year out. A lineman gets very little of the credit due him. because the crowd watches the ball, but Amos bobbed up repeatedly in the limelight, breaking through and smearing plays before they formed. He is a good guard on offense and defense, and we regret losing him through graduation. ARNETT Morris, right guard, played in the first football game he ever saw. He was so busy it is doubtful if he saw much of it. Elephant developed fast, soaked up coaching like a sponge, made use of what he learned, took to football from the first, and made a good lineman, in spite of his frail physique. What he lacked in knowledge he made up in fight and determination. CURTIS Davidson, end and back. “Curt probably cut his teeth on a football, at least he grew up in the midst of football and the talk of football out at the Teachers College. This was the first year he was big enough to play high school football. He played quarter, half and end. I’agc ss flemember TL t o he Thc-f •Opr, S- sr . .Si Attic 5«.uce eh ? IooKc0 Dreartn o 5 b’ aptfr SCofMNg ThC ELcrhmt 3co� -cs 5. k� ocK —P Touch OoW ©or' sS„ Tv? 'W , ft Th it L (Ne L?rr r A v v r v v k£ if7 7 R tf Sg£i ' IF WE Wohl — But coW-f''(vihe. v t for-Ntted) ir V f lost. f ottorf - Pane }6 THE SCORES FOR THE SEASON OF 1924 ( At Denton)—Denton High 3 Bryan High (Dallas). .32 (At Denton)—Denton High 9 Plano High . 0 (At Ft. Worth)—Denton High .13 N. Ft. Worth High . 0 (At Denton)—Denton High 24 N. Ft. Worth High 18 (At Denton)—Denton High 0 Waxahachie High 27 (At Denton)—Denton High 6 McKinney High 7 (Total Points)—Denton 55 Opponents 84 The picture below shows a most enjoyable evening in the cafeteria. This banquet given to the football boys is an annual affair at Denton High. It is given by the Athletic Association to express their gratitude to the boys who gave their services to make a team for Eel. rage 57 LIPSCOMB HARRISON GAMBILL Ak GAY TAMPKE GREEN MiALISTER (COACH) SCORES OF THE SEASON Denton High School 28 Denton High School 25 Denton High School 39 Denton High School 38 Denton High School 26 Denton High School 49 Denton High School 23 Denton High School 30 Denton High School 21 Denton High School 36 Denton High School 18 Total—D. H. S............33 3 Forrest Ave. High 20 Denison High 7 Denison High 14 North Ft. Worth Hi 23 North Ft. Worth Hi 23 McKinney High 9 Central Ft. Worth 18 Bernard High 22 Plainview High .12 Marietta, Okla.. Hi 28 Pilot Point Hi 23 Opponents 219 I’age }9 “Dad” HARRISON, captain. Dad was our high point man for the season. He has a good knowledge of the game, is fast, and has a wonderful eye for the basket. He also has a way of eluding guards that causes opposing teams much misery. Ray GREEN. Green is Dad's running mate at forward and showed up best in the way he used his speed. He is a great ball rustler and defensive forward, and sacrifices at all times. J. B. BROCK. Brock is a center par excellence. With Dad and Green he constituted our scoring threat. Brock showed up best in his work under the goal backing up shots, and in short shots. His always being willing to sacrifice added much to our team play. 'LlP LIPSCOMB. Lip early developed into a wonderful back guard. Big and husky and with a good reach, he ruined many an ambitious opponent's desire to shoot goals. His steadiness and willingness made him one of the most valuable men. BEN GAMBILL. Ben was worked at all positions and ended up by landing the floor guard's job. Big and fast, he made an ideal man for this position. He occasionally sifts through for a much-needed goal. ROCKY Bob Sani-ORD. Rocky played a floor guard and could also play center when the occasion demanded it. Rocky” was at his best in the McKinney game when his accurate shooting counted for fifteen points. He was at his best when we were playing a fast offensive game. Tamp TampkE. Tamp can play either a floor guard or back guard. Although he is little his speed makes up for his lack in stature. Tamp was always giving his best wherever he was. HUNGRY Jones. Hungry is a guard or center. Although he didn't appear in many games he has the makings of a great basketball player. He was always improving and much can be expected from him next year. His sunny disposition makes him a favorite with all. Mack Gay. Mack played either forward and was an understudy for Dad. Mack's length gave him the advantage over short opponents. He will demonstrate for us again next year. Page 60 WRIGHT Center HILL Forward BAYS DAVIS JONES DITTRICH Center Captain Guard Center Guard NELL KIRKPATRICK Coach REAVES YOUNGER YARBROUGH TARRANT Center Forward Guard Forward NEWTON 6E-Y£TTE 5 PA ) M AD ANlS SNYOCR ML. -TH oWP)On NALL FLETCHER H it WR IG HT SHEPPAP D J si r-i CLAYTON ' ntss E.STA OKAHRn « Mi' ES SPONSOR r i feG 5 D AVI 5 oos ver v i r«i!l SM � TP KENT O'DELL , ; , • • Page 61 D. H. S. GLEE CLUB Miss Elois Allison. Director Scene from Operetta “Love Pirates of Hawaii” With Floreine Tubbs. Atlas Allison. LaVerne Sweatman. Osce Gross, and a Chorus. Pape d.5 HIGH SCHOOL ORCHESTRA The Denton High School Orchestra, under the direction of Miss Elois Allison, has given several interesting programs this year, and has played for several occasions. The first program was given by the Glee clubs and orchestra. November 14, 1924, “Love Pirates of Hawaii. The orchestra gave the cast splendid support and helped to make a most successful entertainment. The orchestra broadcast a program from WBAP on December 5, 1924, which was well received by radio fans. Letters and telegrams of congratulation were received from Mexico City, Canada, Alaska, New York, Guadalajara. Chicago and many other cities nearer home. They were assisted by the Glee clubs in the program. The orchestra gave the following numbers: On the Wing” Wheeler ‘Tender Thoughts’ Reynard What'll I Do “ “Trumpeter's March ..............................Wheeler In a Canoe Banibridge-Zameinic “Valse Ballet Wellesly Doodle-doo-doo” Our Cheer Leader .......................... Creighton The orchestra assisted the American Legion in a program on November 1 1. 1924. Armistice Day, and have appeared in chapel a number of limes. They assisted the R. E. Lee School in a program Friday. February 13. They gave a program during National Music Week as a part of Denton's contribution to Music Week. Only a small number are working for credit. This fact is gratifying, since this proves that each member is interested for the sake of music rather than for credit. The orchestra assisted the Glee clubs in a Black Folk Minstrel, which proved to be the hit of the season. Also the orchestra was an important feature at the Commencement and Baccalaureate programs. D. H. S. ORCHESTRA Miss Elois Allison. Directress First Violi IOL1NS is Ki y Mabel Francis Alice Adel Wilkcrson Ida Mae Lynch Duane Skiles Willie Ray Wall Fee Boner Second Violins Clarinets Gilbert Gibbs G. A. Reaves Tommy Wilson Trombone William Sutton Willis Skipworth Beulah Pender Walter Kirkland Wendel Whitehead W. C. Orr Homer McKenzie Frank Smith Cornet Annie Mac Hudson Wendel Humphries Wendel Allen Andrew Vickery Wendel Keith Drums John Roberts Piano Alice Foster Cello Atlas Allison Page A; Miss Elois Allison D. H. S. BAND The Denton High School Boys' Band was organized in the month of October. 1924. The membership was composed of twenty-three members when the organization was first begun, but at the beginning of the 1925 school term the membership had increased to thirty-five members. The Band has made numerous trips with the Football and Basketball teams and has also been very active in their support of all athletic events. By special request the Band has played for the Fair Association, the Retail Merchants, and Hotel Committee have requested the Band to play at the cornerstone laying of the Masonic Temple. Band uniforms of purple and gold were purchased January 6, 1 925. These uniforms are being financed by the Band with outside help from the townspeople and the School Board. The Band is now preparing to make a trip to Corsicana to attend the East Texas Division of the Texas Band Association. April 20th to 25th. 1925. Prospects for a real Band in D. H. S. are very encouraging, with the large amount of good material available. Page 68 Emmet Tackett Jack Simpson BOY DEBATERS Interscholastic Debaters Denton High School is again winning in Interscholastic debates. She has won in county in both contests in debate this year. Her chances are good for State championship. How could it be otherwise:1 Margaret Beasley and Rebecca Davis would make the chances good for anything that they represented Margaret believes that thoroughness is essential to success. She goes into all things to win. Although she is inexperienced as a debater, her capacity for good thinking and speaking and her sincere expression of emotion win the favor of all who meet her. Rebecca s success as a debater is in her deliberateness of manner, and sincere purpose. She never gives up until the decision of the judges has been announced. Among the boys. Emmet I ackett and Jack Simpson are representing D. H. S. splendidly this year. Emmet is gifted in argumentation and enjoys the game beyond the prize. Jack is our youthful and tiny debater. He surprises the audience the moment he takes the floor. His mature thought spoken with conviction, deliberateness and enthusiasm make him a winner. Jack has debating possibilities. Page 70 THANKS I wish to express my appreciation of the work of those who have helped me w ith the Bronco and yet were not members of the staff. To Miss Davis goes the credit for the selection of the literature, and to Miss Kingery for typing the material. 1 also want to thank those w'ho helped with the advertisements, and the personals: those who took parts in the Bronco play, and everyone who had any part in the making of this book. —The Editor. OUR COMPENSATION Listen students, and ye shall laugh About a joke—the Bronco Staff. The bunch that always get a pass: The bunch that always cut a class. They never check a roll at all. They never stay in study hall. They loaf around from eight till four. No more done than the day before. There’s lots of things they never do: Now you have heard the students’ view. Listen students, and ye shall see What the staffmen thinks of thee: A bunch that won’t cooperate. A bunch that don't appreciate. You want a Bronco, yes you do. You crave to know when it is through. You make us worry, rave, and fret For everything from you we get. Now who has the right to laugh. The students, or the Bronco Staff? —The Staff. SHIPS OF LIFE Our ships must sail on the stormy sea. Though the wind and the waves be high. Our sails must weather the years to be. And our masts must point to the sky. Our riggings must be of the very best, Our rudders must guide us true. Till we reach the harbor's eternal rest. When life’s long voyage is through. If we are content to drift away, On the reefs of failure and sin; Our sides will warp and soon decay. And the waves shall swallow us in. If it be you, that is drifting, my friend, And you are drifting back to shore; Come back, with your sails into the wind, There is rest, when the voyage is o'er. —Marvin J. Horton. ’25. o o o My life must touch a million lives. In some way ere I go—from this dear Land of Sorrow, to the land I do not know. This is the wish I ever wish. The prayer I ever pray. Let my life help the other lives, it Touches by the way. —Ernestine Blankenship. '27. HOW A GIRL STUDIES Time—8:45-9:30. PLACE—Library (Study Period) D. H. S. Oh. shoot, what must I study? Let's see—Civics? Oh! I read that over day before yesterday, and anyway, I don't guess Mr. McAlister will know whether 1 know that old stuff or not. I already have my English. 1 wonder if Miss Kate is going to give us a quiz. I'll bet she does. She said we ought to expect one any day. I forgot to study those old notes she gave me. I guess I'd better give them a once over anyway. (She studies diligently a few minutes.) Ho hum! So much for that. I wonder if the game will be good. I hope we win. I guess we will have chapel in the morning. Glory! Maybe we will miss second period and I'll get out of English. Oh! I wish we would get off the third period so I'd get out of taking that test. But we had third period off last time: so I guess we will have the fourth period off. and I’ll miss my study period: so I can't get my Latin. Oh! Well. I’d better study. Lem'me see: I guess I'll get a magazine and read some good love story. (She goes up to front table. ) There isn’t anything up here but “Popular Mechanics. “Current History.” I'll go back and study some Latin. (She goes back to seat and studies Latin a few minutes.) I don't want to get this: I have another study period before I have it anyway, and I can get it then. I wonder what time it is. “What time is it? (Punches neighbor.) Gracious! I thought it was later than that. Let me borrow your vanity. Doesn't my hair look a fright? I have to wash it today or tomorrow. Are you going to the game? G— Oh gracious! Are you really? Thrills! Miss Davis took my name: I guess I'd better hush. I can't even turn around these days unless I get my name taken. I guess I’ll study my History some.” (She looks at book, but her mind wonders not over the causes of American Revolution, but over such questions as: Reckon I’ll get a letter? I’d better. What must I send for Christmas? I wonder if my pictures for the Bronco were good? I wanted a good one for Bronco this year. I guess I'll go to town this afternoon and get my proofs. I've got to get some other things. What was it Mama told me to get for her? Oh yes— shoe polish. ) Page 76 “What time is it? (Punches neighbor again.) Girl, this period sure is long. I wish the bell would ring. I sure am tired. Say. who is that boy at second table? Yes. that new one. Well, whom does he go with? 1 think he is kind of cute, don't you? He has been flirting with me every day at this period. Um. I'm sleepy: I guess I'll go to sleep a while.'' (Lays head on desk a few minutes.) “Say, what time is it? (Punches neighbor.) Oh. heck! What are you studying. Geometry? I can work that. I think. You want me to try? X-Y-Z. Ain't I brilliant? I believe I'll write a letter. What time did you say it was? (Bell Rings.) ooo MY MISTAKE One day in the fall I was walking along And I passed a young girl. And she was saying The funniest things. I tho't she was an idiot. For she was alone. And it worried me so I ducked in a side street Just to pass her again. And this time she said: Osky wow-wow.” And I walked slowly 'Cause it was queer And finally I stopped To ease my mind And asked if she Were going home. 'Cause I tho't she ought. And she smiled and said. “When I learn these yells. And I felt silly. And blushed a lot. And that was all. I — thank — you. —Eui.aue Wright. '25. Page 77 “ DID YOU PASS ? 11 What do you think the daisies said— The laughing, swaying mass— Today as from exams I came, Say, Mabel, did you pass?” Then all the clover blooms called out Like children in a class, And these were just the words they said. Say, Mabel, did you pass?” Out rang the winds, out sang the birds, Out spoke the tall June grass. The merry brook paused just to ask, “Say, Mabel, did you pass?” I hurried home to shut them out. And I found,—Alas!— Mother and sister, and they said. Say, Mabel, did you-pass?” o o o FLIVVERS OF STRIFE (With apologies to Marvin Horton.) Our flivvers must run the rocky roads, Though the gas and the oil is high. Our flivver must weather the flying bricks. As we go clattering by. The doors must be of the very best. And the wheel must guide us true. Till we reach the shelter of the shed. When our rattling trip is through. If we are contented to drift along. In the clattering hunk of tin. Some train will strike our gallant car. And the grave will gobble us in. If it is your car that is drifting, my friend, And you're tired of life’s cruel jest. Try beating a train across the track. In the grave, there is plenty of rest. J. M. Beaty. MR. CALHOUN’S WEEKLY LECTURE As the activities in chapel were over and it was about time for the bell, Mr. Calhoun got up to make the announcements. Well, people. I hate to complain all the time, but I see no other way to do. As you boys and girls are getting to be pretty big. I do not think it will be necessary to speak of this more than once. Everyone has been pretty nice, but I notice that a few people do not make enough noise in the hall. Never think of the other fellow, always do as you please. If you have a grievance against anyone, have a fight in the hall. We will all be interested. Another thing, always stand around in the halls four and four-fifths minutes of the five minutes between bells, then saunter to the bottom floor, get your books, go back to the second floor, find out you have forgotten your pencil, walk slowly back after it, and reach class late. The lesson will be more interesting if half the class come in late. If at least a third of the class do not arrive late the whole class may spend some time in detention hall. Another announcement, I have been requested by Miss Kirkpatrick to make is—the gym. is kept open all of the noon hour for the boys and girls to play jazz and dance. I heartily agree with this. “If you do not have room for your books and wraps inside of your lockers, leave them on top or underneathand they will not be disturbed. I think I have spoken of this before, but I want to remind you again. Do not be careful of the building and furnishings, they were placed here to be scratched. Also the fire escapes were put here to use. Please do so at all times. Talking and eating in class are permitted and welcomed by all teachers. ‘ Boys and girls, I have one other thing to say. At the first of school several of our boys and girls fainted. We are sure this was caused by overstudy. We are trying to protect everyone, so we beg of you not to study as it might injure your brain. Also please write your own excuses, as you know why you have been absent better than anyone else. If your people cannot follow these rules and regulations, go to the city park. —Jessie Simmons, '27. Vane 7V THE FRUITLESS QUEST It was an unusually hot day and I was trying my best to hurry to school, lamenting the fact that 1 had spent too long at town and was going to be tardy. How I dreaded that 45 minutes in detention hall, as a result of my carelessness! Suddenly I became aware of the fact that a woman was walking in front of me who seemed to be in a hurry. A car drove up to the curb and the woman got in. but in doing so. she dropped something from among the parcels she carried. She was gone before I had time to realize what had happened. but I hurried on to see what it was. At first it seemed to be a glove, and I decided there would be no harm in picking it up. No. it was not a glove, it was a banana. This pleased me more, for I was fond of fruit, and I planned to keep it and eat it in detention hall. 1 finally reached the spot and picked up a banana. Should I say banana? No. it was only a peeling. This was my fruitless quest. —Louise Bates. '25. ooo WHY WORRY? Why worry when you're all alone? And things look dark and drear? Just smile a little once a day, And brush away the tear. Why worry over English tests? It doesn't pay. my lad: When worrying over lessons. You surely get in bad. Why worry over love affairs? When Mary says she can’t. Get a date with another girl. And then watch Mary faint. After all is said and done. Worry is an awful pest. Jar loose from this old Bird. And get another guest. —Oscf. Gross. '25. Page So DO YOU? Many times I sit and wonder If I'll miss the time I squander. Letting day-dreams hold me fast. While the moments hurry past. Do I appreciate the worth Of each new second at its birth? Every person owns his time; Do I make the most of mine? —Marvin Horton, ’25. ooo D. H. S. There is a name we love so dear. And we hear it far and near— D. H. S. — D. H. S. We will ever strive to live. So we ll credit to it give— D. H. S. — D. H. S. —Clarence Wheeler. Jr. ooo LENAREE Up in the rocks of the Rockies. Close by its wind-frescoed walls. Lies the limpid lake of Lenaree: Most beautiful gem of them all. It nestles so serenely and silent: A gem for all to behold. As it lies up there in the mountains— For those whose ambitions are bold. In evening the shadows are falling. And the wind so softly doth whine, As it creeps through that blanket of darkness. Through the needle-like leaves of the pine. So perfect a work of all nature— As it lies by those wind-frescoed walls. When you see this limpid Lenaree— Most beautiful gem of them all. —Whitten Davis. '25. THE DREAM BOAT I have a little dream boat That I go sailing in. It takes me high above the clouds. Above the world’s harsh din. I am above the rabble, I laugh at their mistakes. Their aspirations, and their fears, And the toll the old world takes. And when I come to earth again— Descend from paradise. 1 put aside my scorn and all. And offer good advise. For seeing far above them (Into the future, too) I learn to help and love them As I really ought to do. And when you're feeling scornful. When the world gives you a nip. Just pack your troubles and go away— To sail in your dream ship. —Beulah Pknder. ’26. KILLED IN ACTION Miss Kingery—Typing Bronco ma- terial. Osce Cross—Expanding his chest. l.ucile Nall—Giggling. Myron Turner—Close shave. T. A. Moore—Hot air. John Roberts—Diseased brain. Bill Parks—Herding his chewy. Mary Sue Hill—Lateness to classes. Prof. Calhoun—Caught in fierce stampede of boys wanting excuses. Mac Gay—Heart disease. Maurice Beaty—Taking make up English test. In the Spring a young man's fancy js likev to run him into debt for the rest of the Summer. (Beatrice and Homer, walking in graveyard.) Homer—Wouldn't it be awful if all the dead people around here should come to life? Beatrice (Terribly bored)—I wish one of them would. Beulah Pender—They tell me your complexion is all made up. Nancy Stoker—It's false! Beulah—That’s what they mean. I’lif r Hj r We, the editors, dig and toil Till our finger-tips are sore. But some poor fish is sure to say I’ve heard that joke before.” ooo Miss Simmons—Tommy, take this sentence. ‘‘The cow was taken out into the barnyard.” What mood.' Tommy—The cow. ooo Lost, strayed, or stolen—my girl; I’m as lonesome as can be. Little dogs have their companions— But I don't even have a flea. —Dick Watson. ooo I don’t like my prof at all. In fact, I think he’s punk; He sharpened his pencil with my knife. To mark me down a flunk. ooo Proud Father—My daughter has at last gone in for something more useful than basketball. She writes that she has made the scrub team. ooo Do you think that I love them. These flapping bob-haired girls? Don't you think I'd rather have A girl with frills and curls? Do you think I like their ways? They smoke and pet and drink. And roll their hose, to show their knees. And then what do I think? Do you think I’d go with one. That I'd kiss her small rouged lips? Well, if you do you’re mighty right. For they’re the old snake’s hips. There are no old-fashioned girls for me, No angels—what I mean. For whom do you think I am? I’m the modern jellybean. There was an old decrepit Mister, Who got an old maid once and kissed her. When she struggled away. He looked up in dismay. Oh pardon, I thought you were sister.'' There was a young lady from Gainesville, Who had. so they say. a strong will. When they asked why she vamps I he young men with her lamps, She said, If I don't some more Janes will. There was a young man with a sweater. I hat was decorated up with a letter. He was hard-hearted, too— Cause she hinted, I love you. And he said. On me it looks better. ooo FOOLISH DICTIONARY Algebra—A conglomeration of foolish figures. Bronco—A book of sense and also of cents. Cafeteria—The real cause of our flat feet. Chapel—A group of boisterous lovers. Detention—A hall of unwanted fame. Diploma—The skin we love to touch. English—A process to reduce the number of graduates. Eraser—A weapon for personal grudges. Flunk—A word often used by Miss Owens. Fines—Our only objection to the library. Grades—Figures we do not admire when slender. History—Dates that are not made over the telephone. Horrible—An odor that escapes from the chemistry lab. Innocense—A quality very rare in D. H. S. Ignorance—A quality not so rare. Jelly—A bean usually found in the hall. Kiss—An action usually out of sight. Lecture—1 hat which we absorb in Chapel each week. Love—A disease that is catching—A lot of us. Misery—Witnessed in study hall. Mistake—A figure surrounded by red lines. Notes—Given with great rapidity. Nickel—1 hat which contains five cents. Study—The eternal plea of the teachers. Test—Questions surrounded by the blackboard. Velocity—A force that is applied to the board. Wisdom—Merely the name of a tooth. Page 87 Page 88 'Won't you come into my parlor.'’” Said the spider to the fly. 'Parlor nuthin'—gotta flivver.'’ Was our modern fly's reply. o o o He who flunks and still is gay, will live to flunk another day. ooo Lucille F.—Why is there so much electricity in my hair? Rosalie S. — Because it is attached to two dry cells. ooo Farmer—Now come along and I'll teach you how to milk a cow. Mr. Doggett—Seeing as I'm new to it, hadn't I better begin on the calf? ooo Yancey—Why is chemistry like love? G. B.—Because the lower the gas the greater the pressure. ooo LAKE LA GOOSE POND (Apologies to Whitten Davis's Lenaree. ) There by the side of the hog-pen: There by its wind frescoed wall. Lies the limpid form of the goose pond. Most beautiful gem of them all. The hogs are peacefully sleeping. With a grumbling kind of a snore. The quack of the ducks is entrancing. As they ride the waves to the shore. The calf is complacently standing. Chewing his gob of gum. He is craving a drink of water. But he cannot drink for the scum. Ah! such a beautiful goose pond! There by the wind-frescoed wall. Oh. wonderful, wonderful goose pond! Most beautiful gem of them all. —J. M. Beaty. Willie—Do you know why Miss Kate curls her hair every Friday? George—No; why? Willie—To make it look pretty over the week-end. o o o Student—Miss Mizell. you had better keep your eyes open today. Miss Mizell—Why ? Student—Because it would be foolish to teach with them closed. o 0 o Mabel Francis—Why did you get seats so far to the left in the show tonight? Alfred—Didn’t you see the program—all rights reserved? o o o Mrs. Neal—I wish you would speak to John about smoking. He won't go to heaven if he persists in it. Preacher—Dear lady, that argument is out of date: suppose I warn him that he will be put off the ball team? ooo Alice W.—Can I get two rooms here? Hotel ClerU—Yes, Suite One. Alice—Sir! ooo Fish—I saw your friend out riding today. Soph—With knickers? Fish—No. you fool—with white people. ooo Father (To son he had caught smoking)—Smoking, hey? Son—No; tobacco. ooo Miss Tevis (In Latin class)—Velma Lee. give the present indicative of the verb to go. Velma Lee (Aside to Lucille)—What is it? Lucille—Dern if I know. Velma Lee—Dernifino, dernifines, dernifine. ooo Some get good grades by cramming. Some get good grades by pull. Some get good grades by study. But some get theirs by bull. ooo Miss Hennen—So you don't know which letter comes next to H? Bog—No'm. Miss Hennen—What do I have on each side of my nose? Boy—Looks like powder, ma’am. Page go Dick—Tom, why have you quit going out to see Jennie here lately? Thomas—'Cause if I didn't go to see her every night, she expected a written excuse from my mother. o o o J ell me not in mournful numbers. That school is for the lazy; I study till my brain asunders, My grades drive Mama crazy. ooo A COLD I surely have Gotta Kold My doze As bin runnin' Aid day. An’ it so stobbed ub I kin ardly breathe I'm goin’ do rite Do the Wether Bureau An’ dell ’em if Thiz iz tha bes They gan do Do quid. ooo He was kneeling gently at her feet. Then, looking apologetically up into her face, he said: I am sorry.” Then she gave a sigh an dreplied: So am I; now I shall have to go elsewhere to buy my shoes.” ooo IMAGINE— Mr. Calhoun with black shiny hair. Mrs. Norman with a ponjola. Miss Hennen with freckles. Mr. Stanton bald-headed. Osce Gross not stuttering. Maurice Beaty an A” student. Bradley Cain an artist's model. Maurice McCormick tongue-tied. Dick Watson a football player. Preston Turner in overalls. y Maybe you think our jokes are punk. You'd promptly change your views If you compared the jokes we print With those that we refuse! Administration Classes School Life Because of his assistance in the establishment of the Junior High School, and his worh for the betterment of this institution, we dedicate this section of the Bronco to Mr. W. C. Blankenship. THE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL In this age of rush and hurry, in which time is the most vital factor in the scheme of human progress, men are laying emphasis upon the efficiency of every instrument of production. Certain questions determinative of efficiency are asked about every organization and institution in which men invest or participate—what will be the cost? What will be the advantage? What will be the gain? How can more be produced for less cost? It is inevitable that such questions should be asked about our educational institutions by those who are interested in the progress of organized society. In answering the above interrogations with regard to our public schools, we have found that our efficiency is not what it ought to be. consequently effort is being made to increase efficiency, especially in teaching. Better teachers and more professionally trained teachers arc being required to teach in our best schools. All this concerns itself with the teaching of the individual student in the group. Grouping for efficiency has resulted in the Junior High School. It is found by psychologists that not only do students differ at various ages, but also students of the chronological age differ in desires, ideals, and dispositions. These conditions are caused by physiological and psychological changes in the life of every boy and girl between the ages of twelve and sixteen, and since t,he average boy and girl has reached the seventh and eighth grade during this period, the grouping of these boys and girls together in a junior high school is better for disciplining and teaching purposes. Every school superintendent and board wants the best results possible. The schools of Denton are fortunate in having a superintendent like Mr. Doggett. and a really progressive “Board of Education to support him Because of these men and women whose visions extend far into the future, we have the Junior High School to span the great chasm between the ward and the high school.. Page v.5 BAIRD BLANKENSHIP BOSWELL CANTREL CONNELL HARRIS GRAHAM HERBERT SIMMONS STROUP Page Page 97 THE HIGH EIGHTH GRADE Corry Rucker Taliaferro McMath Wilson Carpenter O'Dell Hill Wynn Doty Smith Randall Berry Cartwright Taliaferro Morris Brewer Sands Marriot Gray Bratcher Stewart Although we. of the High Eighth might legally call ourselves the seniors of Junior High, we never assumed any privileges or perogatives. for two reasons. First, it was only last year that we were the lowest of the lowly freshman class of the High School proper. Our humble position was so vehemently emphasized by the erudite sophomores that we have not been able to realize the superiority of our position this year. Second, we have the spirit of another world upon us. In other words, we shall soon be tiny folks again, this time at Senior High. Therefore, we are sure that we shall walk humbly before our future masters in the paths of righteousness for our teachers’ sake. Behind us we leave as a bequest to our successors our armor of modesty, helpfulness and courage. —Katherine Corry. Page oS LOW EIGHTH GRADE Behold! We. the freshmen of ’24 and '25. “Green, but growing! We arc the start, if not the finish. It is our desire, as it is everyone’s, to be such faithful and loyal freshmen that our light will continue to shine, long after we are gone. We pledge our loyalty to our upper, and lower classmates, to our teachers and to everything our school means. So watch us step into college! Page 99 —Ruby McCollum. Page too LOW SEVENTH GRADE Page 101 JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL FAVORITES Rorert B. Neale Ruby McCollam Representative Boy Representative Girl The entire eighth grade class was delighted when they heard that their classmate. Robert B. had been elected favorite among the boys at Junior High. Robert B.'s good nature, good looks and ability in his school work, make him a favorite with the teachers and students as well. Ruby's our favorite, As you can see. You wouldn’t ask why If you knew her as we. Ruby has been enrolled at Denton High only this year, but her cordial manner and friendliness have made friends for her since her first day with us. Page ioj STUDY (With apologies to Longfellow.) '7 he close of school was coming fast. As through the Denton Hi School passed A teacher, who was very nice. Said to the pupil this advice— Study.” In happy thoughts he saw a light. Of swimming holes and berries ripe. Above his thoughts his books were shown. And from his lips escaped a groan. Study.” Stay. the teacher said, and concentrate, Even if you get out late.” Disappointment stood in his eye, But still the teacher made reply, Study.” At the break of day he laid in bed. When he should have studied with his head: And dreamed that he had made good grades. But this thought made him afraid. “Study.” There in the same grade he was left. But what cared he. the little elf? But in his heart he heard reply, I he words of his teacher. Always try. Study. —Dorothy Ni:ll Dobbins. DETENTION HALL I havent' stayed in detention hall yet, But I may haf to. don'-tcha forget. If I get too bad. My case 'twill be very sad. And if I haf to stay I’ll be unhappy all day. Because, when I’d get home, you see. My Ma very furious would be. So 'tis best for me To be as good as I can be. —Naomi Garrison. o o o JUNIOR HIGH PSALM The English book is my guide: I shall not want. It maketh me sit up and study: It leadeth me through the midnight. It devoureth my soul: It leadeth me in the Path of righteousness for my teacher s sake. Yea. though I go to copy: I will fear No evil, try rules and thy words. They comfort me. Thou preparest a test before me In the presence of my classmates: Thou annointest my head with knowledge. My brain runneth empty. Mercy, goodness, and pity should Thou show upon me on this Day of my life: and I will be Thy servant forever! —Katherynf. Corry. H. 8. JUNIOR HIGH STUDENT'S VIEW OF A SENIOR A senior stood on a railroad track. The train was coming fast. The train got off the railroad track, To let the senior pass. Leon—Why is your nose in the middle of your face:’ Bob S.—Because it's the scenter. Katherine—You look worried. J. B.—I am. I can't remember if the girl I took to the dance last night said I danced like a zephyr or a heifer. Ruby—When is a girl's arm not a girl’s armi’ G. A.—I don't know. Ruby—When it is a little bare. Miss Harris—Give me a sentence using the first person. Storm P.—Adam lived in the garden of Eden. 'Tis better to be broke than never to have loved at all. Walter K.—You talk like an idiot. Robert B.—I have to so you can understand me. POPULAR SONGS Prince of Wails — J. B. Wood-rum. Because They All Love You— Mary Kate Buttrel. Too Tired—Maurice Beaty. I Don't Know Why I Love You —Ruby McCollom. Alt Alone — Anyone with the mumps.. In the Land of My Sunset Dreams—Jim. at Lucile’s. Bob—I call Leon my desert boy. Louise—Why? Bob—Because his breath always smells like a Camel. Mr. Blankenship—What shape is the world? Elise—It's round. Mr. B.—How do you know? Elise—Well ,it’s square then. I won't argue with you about it. Mr. Connel—I see we have a new pupil. What is your name? N. P.—Well, you have heard of Henry Ford. I suppose. Mr. C —Yes. N. P.—Well, my name is Jones. Page ros THE RAINBOW Did you ever see the rainbow Stretched full length across the sky ? All the colors in full glory Resting up so high: Then without a moment's warning, They fade away. Not to come again til another rainy day? —Gloria Yantis. One time Mr. Blankenship was traveling across the country and had reached a small country town when he decided it was time to stop for the night, as his team needed feed and water. He stopped at a house where the man of the house was eating supper. He sent the hired man to see what was wanted. Mr. Blankenship said: “Extricate the quadrupeds, stabulate them, give them a generous portion of nutrition and when the aurora adorns the Orient. I'll remunerate you with a pecuniary compensation. The hired man returned to the house calling loudly. “Boss, dey's a Dutchman out here wants to speak to you. Miss Harris—What experience is worse than raining pitchforks? Jerry—Hailing old friends. Mrs. Stroup-—Tell me a certain year and tell how much cotton was exported to the U. S. George Copp—1 492—None. Mrs. Simmons—Hallie. make m? a sentence using the word defeat. Hallie—Soap and water are good for de-feet. Olen—Say. Dad. can you sign your name with your eyes closed? Dad—Why. yes. Olen—I want you to sign my report card. Miss Baird—Burneice. do you understand Latin? Burneice—Yes, if it is spoken in English. Mrs. Simmons—Earnest, tell me about your vacation last summer. Earnest — Father and I walked thirty miles each day and— Voice from rear of room—Yes, my dad owned a second-hand car. too. Lucile R.—I wish the Lord had made me a boy. Wendel A.—He did. I am the boy. 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