Provo High School - Provost Yearbook (Provo, UT)

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XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX I J-J SlCCCCO!lLbXOXOXb-'X'»©!!tttfctti History of Provo High School As Gleaned From an Old Scrap-Book. YY : $ xx Ten years ago the Provo High School was only a dream. Today it stands a convincing evidence that dreams come true. The following clippings from local newspapers will give a fragmentary picture of the hopes, the efforts, and the accomplishments of our school from its beginning. Provo Herald, May 24, 1912. “The need of a high school was urged by Superintendent L. E. Eggerisen in his report at the public school graduation exercises last evening. When mention of such an institution was made there was uproarous applause from all parts of the house which showed that a high school for Provo was very much desired.” I’rovo Post, August 10, 1912. “Yesterday the people of Provo voted a tax for the purpose of equipping and preparing a school building in which to commence a public high school for this city during the coming year.” Provo Post, September 17, 1912. “Yesterday with prayers, songs and addresses, the first public high school opened its doors to two hundred-thirty-six students. Superintendent Eggertsen introduced Principal Arch M. Thurman who explained the standing of the new school. Emphasis was laid on the ethical standards to be maintained.” Deseret News, September 21, 1912. “For the purpose of removing any cause for embarrassment by reason of lack of fashionable attire, upon the recommendation of the Provo 11 igh School faculty, the girls of that school have adopted a uniform dress. It is believed that the uniform will prove beneficial in the quality of school work done, as less time will be given to thoughts of finery and more to study.” Provo Herald, November 5, 1912. “Uncle Jesse Knight was a welcome visitor at the High School yesterday, lie spoke to the students on thrift.” Provo Post, November 7, 1912. “Since the Provo High School football team defeated Payson so decisively Friday, Coach George has received letters from several other high schools asking for games.” Provo Herald, May 2, 1913. “A very large and enthusiastic crowd attended the unveiling of the Fairbanks Buffalo which was presented to the Central school last night by the Board of Education.” I’rovo Herald, September 14, 1914. “The educational committee of the Commercial Club reported that under present conditions Provo must be satisfied with a two year High School course.” September 25, 1914. “A domestic Science Department with Miss Vivian Parkinson, (now Mrs. Lester Taylor) as teacher, has been established at the high school.” g VV rr«Y «“iXOXCOrXX. IXAA.L .A.!.A.U..CL XU..LU ::::::: I ‘i j t ! t Jtttttttt

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 •j. TT : i :o: ft October 3, 1914. “Provo High School defeats East Side High 5 to 1 in baseball.” Provo Post, October 15, 1914. “The Domestic Science department last week received some gifts of fine silverware from several business houses and individuals.” Provo Herald, May 2. 1914. “The Provo High School athletes were given a banquet by the Board of Education last evening. It was served by the domestic science girls. Principal Arch M. Thurman in a talk set forth the fact that the football team had won seven out of eight games, and that the basketball team was accounted by athletic authorities to be one of the best in the state.” : : I : V : I i : ft : : YY : : u .U. ft X.;. ft V ft if ft i ft ft: Provo Herald, May 24, 1915. “Superintendent Eggertsen stated in his report at the commencement exercises that there were enrolled in the High School the first year 129 pupils; in the second year 147; and the present year 178. There have been issued 117 certificates of credit for completion of two years work. He also said that the equipment of the Domestic Science department is the best in the state.” Provo Post, September 12, 1915. “The Provo High School is now on its fourth year. From three rooms on the top floor without even a regular study room, the school has grown until today the Central building is used to its capacity. The faculty has been enlarged from three to nine members. Two new departments, Oral Expression and Wood Work, have been added this year.” November 2, 1915. “A successful “tag-day” for the benefit of the new Manual Training department of the high school was conducted yesterday.” Provo Herald, May 8, 1916. “Monday was clean-up day at the local high school. Yesterday the school boys gave the “drones” who did not help, a free hair-cut.” Provo Post, February 14. 1917. “The sixth annual Veteran Day was held at the Central school on Lincoln’s birthday.” i Provo Herald, April 30, 1917. “Superintendent Eggertsen is made principal of the High School.” May, 1917. “The Domestic Art and Manual training departments of the local high school are giving a very commendable exhibit this week.” Provo Herald, November 1917. “The Provo High School has been TTT TtrfsSetPfoT a week so the students may help the farmers harvest their crops.” March 15, 1918. “Friday evening the annual White and Green ball was given in the Mozart.” Provo Herald, April 1918. ,‘The High School enjoyed a unique program this morning when the Ninth year class buried the Tenth years in effigy. The Freshmen also presented a beautiful school flag to the school.” ;o: :o: