Radford High School - Oak Leaf Yearbook (Radford, VA)

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THE OAK LEAF, 1922 a p aMBB , • ' ■ A ' -. ' :- HH Senior Class Nannie Karnes Bird “ Modest , simple and sweet ' Athenian Literary Society; Jolly Set. “Class ivory lickler. As a typical senior Nannie has them all beaten. Always quiet, studious, dignified, and in an unassuming way taking part in all class activities. She intends to continue her study of music, and we wish you all the success in the world, Nancy. Curtis Gordon Dobbins Girls and boys — he ' s dead in love With a wonderful girl from heaven above. Athenian Literary Society; Vice-President Athletic Association. 2 1 - 2 2 ; Varsity Football. ’22; Secretary Class, ’19-’20; Senior Latin Play; Senior Program; K. K. K. ; Sodales Vergili; First in 220 Dash; R. N. T. M. “Dobber, as he is sometimes called, has been with us since we began as a class, and the more we associate with him the higher he rises in our regard. His watchwords seem to be industry, morality and application. In his chosen profession of medicine we predict for him a phenomenal career. Sue Viola Collins None Ifnew thee hut to love thee; None named thee but to praise thee. Athenian Literary Society. Sue continually keeps up a steady stream of enlivening and entertaining conversation, much to the delight of those around her, and to her own sorrow when deportment grades are presented. Always joking, laughing and in a gay mood. Sue s smiling countenance is a sure cure for the blues. Page sixteen

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Senior Cl ass Miss Mary Darke Johnson Our Faculty Member Guide, Counselor, Friend Andrew Adair Brown Good nature and good sense are usually good companions Athenian Literary Society; Athletic Association; Varsity Baseball. ' 21- 22; Football. 21; Vice-President Class. 22; Athletic Editor Oak Leaf of 22. For four years Adair has been striving to prove to his somewhat “doubtful” classmates that red hair is not necessarily accompanied by a temper, and in this he has been successful. Adair is known for his cheery disposition. His cartoons have always supplied 22 with much amusement. Emma Virginia Atkins Thou art a scholar Athenian Literary Society; Secretary Class. -1S-19; Sodales A’irgrili; Editor-in-Chief Oak Leaf of ' 22. hen the class looked around for a reliable person to fill the responsible position of editor-in-chief of this book, its eyes fell at once on Fmma. A more fitting person could not have been found, and in this capacity she has served well, as we shall leave you to judge. Emma is also a true friend, a gifted orator, and an all-round good sport. Page fifteen

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Senior Class Garnette Evelyn Covey Her voice lvas ever soft, gentle, and low. An excellent thing in woman. Athenian Literary Society. Elvelyn with her smile and jest has won a great number of friends. She is quiet and reserved to those who do not know her so intimately, but to the “chosen few she is jolly and always ready for a good time. Continually taking other people’s troubles to heart, she is a very comfortable person to have around. Riner Davis Duncan Now Riner is not so much of a student , — A jolly good fellow, but always prudent. Athenian Literary Society. “Ninny is always present when any fun is in progress, and his dry humor usually adds to the occasion. Nowhere will you find any one who has a broader knolwedge of animals and nature. What he doesn t know about dogs, rabbits, birds and girls isn’t worth knowing. Ruby Holland Dobyns IV ill she rival Eleanor Porter? Will she write thrilling bool(s? Or will she calmly marry and join the League of Coolfs? Athenian Literary Society. ' lo describe this young lady in a few words is not an easy task, for when we look back over the four years at R. H. S. we see her a kind, brilliant, obedient pupil and classmate, cheerfully and thoroughly plodding her weary way. A sunny temper, a quiet dignity, and a great deal of perseverance are her most striking characteristics. Page seventeen