Fairfield High School - Quill Yearbook (Fairfield, IA)

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I4 FAIRFIELD HIGH SCHOOL JANUARY- 2-At the Thespian getter, All wore a sock and sweater, And all the folk, Got one free coke. We beat Keokuk 34 to 32 The lightweights were hot and won their game too. 5-Vacation's over, much to our regret, It only means that we must study, slave, and sweat. I4- Wee Willie Winkie made a hit at school, Little Shirley Temple made the fellows drool. I5-We heard a lovely blurt, When we had our Band Con-cert. 23'-Remember the dance by the G. A. A. Remember the quarter you had to pay. 29-Eaiglles had a dance for every Iassie and 3 1 My what a lovely time was had. 30-Fairfield and Ft. Madison fought for the b ll, Buta Ft. Madison ended with the largest of all. FEBRUARY- 5-Miss Bishop's singing was really grand, The original Quiz Kid got a big hand. 9-We took high honors at the Iowa 9, I hear that our readings were very fine. I3-The Bull Dogs beat us 6 points, that's all, I lguess those Trojans were really on the all. The Cupid Capers Dance was a hit, 'Twas too much fun for anyone to sit. I4-Bell's picture about tlhe telephone came again today, That's the 3rd time l've seen it. so the Seniors say. 20-We had an X-ray taken in a truck, We all hope they turn out for our best luck. We played Burlington and they beat, But we're good sports about taking defeat. 24-The Howells blew some beautiful stuff, I'll bet glass blowing is really tough. 25-Teachers met 3 hours long, I wonder what we did so wrong? And if we break just one new rule, We'll have to stay in, after school. K MARCH- I-The party of the Choral Speaking Choir, Was better than any other prior. E f ,, I ,Q .5 ii i . . .Q f,., Z, . P . 2 I5 4 3-This speech contest, was one of the best I2-The banquet of the F. F. A. Was enjoyed by all in every way. I9 Gr 20-junior Nights' highlight code, Was all about the railroad. 24-At Williamsburg we hit the top, Seven l's in speech-that was a lot. APRIL- I-l'lI be you think this is a rhyme, But we're going to play a triclr this time, To stick to the very aged old rule, We'll say to all April Fool. l-Basket ball banquet was really swell, A reward to our boys, for playing well. 2--County Play Festival, my what funl To bad each couldn't receive a I. 3-At Keosauqua the small music groups met, We got our share of firstsg don't you forget. I0-The large music groups had their chance this time, Everyone insisted their singing was divine Zl- Captain Fury is the movie for me, It's a nerve racking story about the sea. 22-The Little 6 Choruses meet together, They sound well in good or bad weather. MAY- 5-- Drums Along the Mohawk, Tales of heroic feats. 6-Cartland and Cook played ping pong today, They play the game the professional way. ll-Today the festival was for the band, There's none to compare, 'twas the best in the land. I8-Thanks to the Juniors for their money well spent, After the Banquet to the prom we went. I9- The Lords of London is a good picture I b r, I dona really know, I haven't seen it yet. ZI-The Senior play is now but past, I'm glad we saved the best for the last. 23-Seniors looked nice in their gowns of gray, l'm glad Baccalaureate comes in May. 27-Commencement is here, our diplomas came But from this day on, I won't be the same. 28-Senior Chapel brought a smile, Report cards brought a pout We should worry, but a while For today our school lets out.

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FAIRFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Galemlaa SEPTEMBER- l-The Teachers met and had a tea, I wish I knew what they said about me. 2-With heavy hearts and downcast looks, We started to school to slave over books. 4-5-6-I don't know why we had to be blest, With three long days of Iowa State Test. 9-Because it was so hot today, We got out early-More time for play. I2-Dance for the Freshmen enjoyed by all, jack Everetts' Band-'twas an Elks Club Ball. I7-Cheerleaders were chosen we took the best, Better luck next time to all the rest. I9-Our first Football Game and Keokuk won, We cried at the game, but at the dance we had fun. 25-Nutchuk's assembly was ended too soon- Remember the piano that was all out of tune. OCTOBER- 7-F. H. A. Sl F. F. A. went for a ride on a wagon of hay, The moon was full-the kids were gay- is there any more we need to say. 8-Washington Lightweights played at 4:00, We won though I don't remember the score. I0-Those Washington Demons must be from the sticks, For our Trojans beat them 36 to 6. ll-The faculty dinner was really a winner. I3-The G.A.A. skating party was full of thrills, Although we must adcl a few bumps and spills. I4-The Quill Staff was announced without too much fuss, It may not sound important, but it was to us. I7-We lost to Mt. Pleasant that little joint, And only by one heartbreaking point. I8-Marching Band Contest, our 9th consecu- tive first, I hope that next year our good-luck charm won't burst. 23-Three hours we did set, To see The Song of Bernadette. 24-It rained so terribly hard today, That Fairfield Bt Muscatine coulcln't play. Try to count the Elephants seen, That was the film on our lst movie machine. 25-A lot of girls-new friends were found, Y-teens met here from all round. 30-A very good time by all was seen, 'Cuz we were good at Halloween. The Chamber of Commerce left all in a trance, Serving cider 8: donuts at their lovely dance. NOVEMBER- 3--The midget show was enjoyed by all, There was lots of talent for those so small. 4-We lost to Muscatine 'twas a muddy game, But luckily nobody came home lame. 6-7-Kids should study it is the rule, But today the teachers went to school. I0--The first heavy snow left all peaceful Si white, But in not very long there was a snowball fight. I2--On songs of our country it made us wise, To hear the Romers harmonize. I4-The Trojan Ball-the reigning Queen, Was none other than our charming Jean. I9- Western Union was next to be seen, On our second trial movie Machine. Till he waved from his helicopter to all, goodby With all the gifts there was a lot of fun, 20-I never knew before that Santa could fly Although none of my tickets ever won. O- 2 The football banquet with lots to eat, Our thanks to the Pep Club for such a treat. 2l- A Case Of Springtime isn't it the truth, There are so many problems of youth. 25-Bloomfield won our first basketball game, But still in our hearts we have a high aim. 26-Thanksgiving vacation starts today, Don't eat too much on this Thankful day. DECEMBER- 2-We got Quill advertising today, But we worked hard all the way, Thanks to the Businessmen who rolled out the pay. 5-The asembly went off with a bang, When Carthage Quartet sang. 8-Ohl All the girls know Rodricku The little dolly said, The magician did another trick, While Rodriclfs face turned red. I2-When I remember the years best Ball, I think of the Letter Club's dance in the Hall. 'Twas really a shame- The Muscatine game. I5-With stage and food and all the rest, The Thespian Party was big success. I7-Remember the mysterious dome, In The Mystery of Sherlock Holmes. I8-The senior meeting lasted all morn, 'Twas so important we couldn't adjourn. I9-Christmas vacation starts today, Two more weeks of fun and play. Hang up your sock on Christmas Eve, Be good and see what Santa will leave. I9-There's really no one person to blame, For the points we lost in the Muscatine game. 26-Two points is all that Mt. Plzasant beat us, But you just wait till the next time they meet us.

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