Hoyleton High School - Hoyletonian Yearbook (Hoyleton, IL)

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Hi-Lites FRESHMEN IN ITIATION The freshmen initiation lasted from September 21 to 23. For three days they were required to endure the usual tortures forced upon them by the sophomores. Friday evening after additional punishments, such as: going through the paddling machine, walking the plank, boxing each other while blind folded, and facing a firing squad, they were received as full iiedged citizens of H.H.S.. After this, all high school students enjoyed a weiner roast at the expense of the sophomores. G.A.A. HAYRIDE On October 7, 1949, the G.A.A. sponsored a hay ride for the members and their guests. All climbed upon one large wagon which was plentifully supplied with hay. After a long ride over the network of roads around Hoyleton and a vigorous hay fight, all were of the same opinion that it was time for refreshments. Everyone showed their appreciation for the time and work of the refres'hment committee by consuming a large amount of sandwiches and cokes. After this the party broke up and those who had,been present started home tired but happy. HALLOWEEN PARTY If there were ghosts and goblins they most certainly would have been present at the High School Halloween Party. To reduce the feeling of fear, a few games were played while part of the recreation committee ventured out to relocate the loot of Captain Kidd. A short time later the different groups started out to try and claim the hidden treasurers. The committee had lost notes of direction on the way which enabled one group to strike it rich. Food in keeping with the occasion was served to pacify the defeated and heighten the spirits of the victors. By now it was getting late and everyone wanted to return home before the spooks started on their nightly jaunts.

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Hi-Lites OPEN HOUSE From November 6-11 we observed American Education Week in our school. Posters were displayed in public places and all ,parents received invitations to attend our classes on designated days of the week. The rooms made displays for the various class activities. On Wednesday, November 8th, a special program was given. Guest speaker for the evening was Dr. H. J. Long. Also on the program were several selections by the band. During the evening the public was free to inspect the classrooms. CHRISTMAS PARTY The Saturday evening before Christmas the high school students held their annual Christmas party. The recreation committee started the evening by leading the group in active games. When the potential energy of the teen-agers was reduced to a minimum amount, the K.P. depart- ment announced that it was time to report to the kitchen. The process of eating was stopped and looks of awe and amazement appeared upon the students' faces when Mrs. Deaton walked in with a distinguished guest. Where she found Santa Claus CD.S.j we do not know, but the jolly fellow distributed the many presents to the impatient and curious group. The students then left, supposedly to go home, after enjoying a wonderful evening. BASKETBALL BANQUET On April 29, the High School and Grade School basketball squads geiielathe honored guests at the informal banquet, sponsored by the During the course of the evening, Mr. Deaton awarded Basketball and Band Letters. The party ended by playing games which had been prepared by the recreation committee. -A A Y-,,. ,W ,. .U . A. .. .-4.,-.. ..AlnL.. . .-.