Main Avenue High School - El Sombrero Yearbook (San Antonio, TX)

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 HVIiP-ACHE OCTOBER 11, 1920—FACULTY FROLIC More fun! This time it was the teachers, who deserved an extra good time after all the trouble taken in getting us started on the “flowery path of knowledge.” On this particular Monday, our faculty were a little more anxious for the end of the seventh period than even we ourselves. If they anticipated a good time, they had a full measure. Cars were waiting to take them to Koehler Park, where the frolicking began. Swimming, trips to the Lily gardens, and feeding the monkeys were the order of the day. At five o’clock, everyone had a curious presentiment that something interesting was happening at the picnic grounds. Why not stroll over and investigate? And the sight that met their eyes! Mr. Hofstetter’s committee had arranged tables and benches, Mrs. Clark had steaming coffee ready, and bacon and weiners a la Mr. Burleson, smelled delicious. When everything eatable had disappeared. Miss Stone, chairman of the social committee. presided. She called on each person to tell his “pet horror.” The most eligible man on the faculty was to be given as a reward to the teacher giving the best description. We didn’t know that there were so many “horrible” things in this old world. There was much controversy over the reward. Who could have desired a better time than this! We thought it was characteristic of our faculty, because they are always so willing to help us in our good times. OCTOBER 18. 1920 dr. McLaren comes to main high LYCEUM COURSE INTRODUCES DR. McLAREN The wide awake Febs. brought a Lyceum course of great worth to high school. Every month an interesting performance was given in the auditorium of the school. These entertainments were attended by many outsiders, who owe special thanks to the February class. On Monday night. Dr. McLaren spoke at great length on America, the Land of Opportunity, and especially deplored the fact that the American people seem so idle. The audience was delighted by his eloquently presented thoughts, and his charming per sonality. It was a great privilege and inspiration to have been able to hear this famous Scotch orator. OCTOBER 19, 1920 JUNES STAGE COMMUNITY MEETING Because the June 21 class realized the importance of the amendment for better schools, they held a community gathering to bring to the people of San Antonio the vital necessity of the bill. The program began with the singing of the Star Spangled Banner, after which the president of the June class, Mr. Oscar McCracken, introduced the first speaker. Miss Joyce Garrett. Miss Garrett discussed the proposed amendment thoroughly. The next speaker. Mr. Herbert Oliver, was a former student of Main. And of course he was glad to come back to help us. Mr. Stevens was another of our boys who gave a rousing talk, and left no doubt in the minds of his hearers about the absolute need of the measure.

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Remember-? SEPTEMBER 14. 1920—SCHOOL OPENS Dr. Rhodes. Mr. Howard, and School! They were the surprises the fourteenth of September held in store for Main Avenue hoys and girls. Mr. Howard had evidently missed his children during the long summer months, because he decided to come hack to us. We were very glad to see him back at Old Main on that first day. The place wouldn’t have seemed at all natural without him. Dr. Rhodes, our new superintendent, came all the way from California. He is thouroughly capable of filling his new position as superintendent of the San Antonio Schools. He has all the latest and broadest ideas on education and thinks that we should be organized and allowed to rule ourselves in co-operation with the faculty. OCTOBER 1, 1920 PRESIDENT OF STUDENTS’ COUNCIL ELECTED With the beginning of the school term, came the demand for a students’ council, just as we had the term before. Candidates were nominated for the office of president. And an assembly was held in which each of the three candidates made a speech stating just what he stood for, and what he intended to do for the whole student body if he were elected. Then the excitement of an election! Real polls and an election conducted just as a presidential election should be! We could hardly wait till the following Monday to hear the returns. Well, it came finally, and William Winkler was the lucky one. There was great rejoicing in his ranks, especially in his own advisory, which presented him with a big box of candy. OCTOBER 8. 1920—JUNE PICNIC The first social event of that snappy June Class was held at Brackenridge Park. October 8th, with the June Class out in full force. After everyone had enjoyed the eats. Mr. Howard gave an enthusiastic talk. Mr. Howard. Jr., however, attracted more attention than his proud “daddy.” He was unanimously chosen to be the June Mascot. A suggestion that we take a trip up the Alpine drive was immediately followed. Did we have a good time? we’ll say so!!! With such officers, sponsors, and our mascot we were bound to be the peppiest class Main had yet seen. Ross Howard —9—

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The girls’ chorus rendered several pleasing selections and the orchestra, of which we are so proud, gave two splendid numbers. After these, Judge Brooks spoke. The last speaker was Mrs. McAlister. Her novel way of presenting the subject went straight to the hearts of all citizens of the Lone Star State. A noticeable fact of the evening was that there were great numbers of ladies in the audience. This certainly looked as if they were doing their duty as enfranchised citizens of the United States. OCTOBER 22. 1920 HALLOWEEN FROLICS JUNE MASQUERADE Such a good time! And, like lots of other good times, it happened in the halls of Main High. The Junes decided to turn into other people just for one night—and they did. Everyone from the Queen of Sheba to Faust was represented. The fun commenced in the third building, where a guessing contest held full swing; then the first building hall became the fashionable place and here the Queen of Sheba and Faust enjoyed some real live jazz. At the end of the fifth dance, the scene was again changed to the third building. After as much pie. apples, peanuts, and fruit-punch as those people stowed away, it was a wonder that the jazz could lure them on. But it did just the same, thanks to the unusually energetic spirits of these Junes. The prizes for the best costumes were awarded after a grand march. Mr. Curtis Meeks got the boy’s prize for a “gentleman from Seguin’’ outfit. He had created quite a stir all evening. Miss Margaret Green was the lucky girl. Her Indian costume certainly made a hit. OCTOBER 22, 1920—CONGRESS HAYRIDE After a snappy meeting on Friday afternoon, the Congress members adjourned in pieasant anticipation of the evening. At seven o’clock the whole “shooting-match’’ and some girls started on a good old hayride. There was, however, some delay over a girl, who refused to appear; and the party had to go on its bumpy way without her. They piled out at the Salado Creek on the Sutherland Springs road. Then the fun began. After a good supper, some interesting games were played round the camp-fire. The boys sang heart thrilling songs and the girls did their share of the yelling (they always do). At half-past eleven two truckfulls of tired but happy people arrived at High School. OCTOBER 23. 1920 DRAMATICS WELCOME NEW MEMBERS A Halloween dancing party is a very attractive way to entertain new members. The decorations were especially appropriate and artistically arranged. At the doors large Jack O’lanterns winked at the shy maidens and made all the boys jealous. The windows were hung in black and yellow crepe paper; beautiful ferns in the hall completed this pretty color scheme. However the punch bowl was the center of attraction. I arge baskets of golden cosmos decorated the table where it was placed. Besides the new members, there were present Mrs. Vodrie. Miss Pearl West. Mrs. Roberts, Miss Florence Bryan and Mr. Howard. —11—