History of the Class of 1908. As it is the custom among great personalities, who have really accomplished something in the world, to leave autobiographies, in order that future generations may know the whys and wherefores of their greatness, so it behooves the great Class of 1908 of the University of Kansas, in these its last days, to recount a few cf its many achievements; to reminisce, so to speak The arrival of ' 08 on the campus was proclaimed, according to custom, by the appearance of huge flaming posters, scattered broadcast, describing its vile characteristics and hideous appaarance as viewed from the Sophomore ' s standpoint Others of a more friendly mind have stated that its unusually up-to-date appearance at the time of its entrance marked it at once for future greatness. Like all great bodies, the Class of ' 08 was just a little slow in getting started, as shewn by the result of the first Class scrap. Eut, like all great bodies, after it did start, nothing was able to stop it. The Sophs of that first eventful year, after viewing with growing alarm the wonderfu development of the infant prodigy, refused to meet it in conflict on May ist, and were forthwith given an ovation in the form of a funeral ceremony, and the class of ' 07 was buried with military honors on the crest of Mount Oread. This unique and original affair caused the Chancellor to sit up and take notice. Consequently, on the following fall, he took ' 08 into his confidence, and in compliance with his wishes and their own good judgment, the class abolished class scraps forever, giving one of the greatest boosts to the reputation of the University which it has ever been the privilege of any c ' ass to give. And, according to its decree, the noise of battle shall never mere sound across the campus. After taking the role of peace-maker, that Sophomore Class turned its inventive genius I into social lines, and instituted the first Sophomore, which threatened to eclipse the time- honored Junior Prom in elegance and popularity. As Juniors of course they played their part with all the dignity befitting their achievements, and dedicated the new Gymnasium by the finest Prom that has ever graced the social calendar of old K. U. In this, the Senior year, when the mind turns from the more frivolous afi ' airs of student life, we see members of this class standing out as prominent figures in all phases of student activity. ' 08, besides dominating the School politics for the last two years, has had three editors o : the Kansan, two foot-ball captains, two track captains, and has taken a prominent part in all forms of athletics, debating, etc. All this, however, has been with a single aim in view. And if we have helped to make f this School better in any way, we have not lived in vain. We sincerely hope that succeeding classes may outstrip us as we believe that we have outstripped our predecessors, and make K. U. the best School in the country.
Are you trying to find old school friends, old classmates, fellow servicemen or shipmates? Do you want to see past girlfriends or boyfriends? Relive homecoming, prom, graduation, and other moments on campus captured in yearbook pictures. Revisit your fraternity or sorority and see familiar places. See members of old school clubs and relive old times. Start your search today!
Looking for old family members and relatives? Do you want to find pictures of parents or grandparents when they were in school? Want to find out what hairstyle was popular in the 1920s? E-Yearbook.com has a wealth of genealogy information spanning over a century for many schools with full text search. Use our online Genealogy Resource to uncover history quickly!
Are you planning a reunion and need assistance? E-Yearbook.com can help you with scanning and providing access to yearbook images for promotional materials and activities. We can provide you with an electronic version of your yearbook that can assist you with reunion planning. E-Yearbook.com will also publish the yearbook images online for people to share and enjoy.
