Westport High School - Herald Yearbook (Kansas City, MO)

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ipon the isted of -George -Norman mores- g Fresh- mite. ?oly and n by the 78. Al- le affair rely lead ed, there d savory 'es credit lumes of fort root- son, and Jr brand hief was ll. Each iordinary their ef- ool spirit :nrt Book ' the yell re possi- medium, ally. The liscretion ost cases yell. As ay some- founded. THE WESTPORT HIGH SCHOOL HERALD. 29 The most desirable yell is that with a detonating, drowning effect, regardless of phraseology or rhythm. Eugenia Haydon was the winner this year of the first prize, a large Westport pennant. Her work: Who's got the team? Who's got the pep? Who's got the coach? Who's got the rep, Westport! I The second and third prizes, smaller pennants, were won by George Wieda and Victor Lenge. Business Abroadv Westport High School was put on the map in patriotic undertakings through the efforts of Miss Margaret De Witt. It was her desire to perform something that would contribute to the American spirit in the payment of our indebtedness to France, a country which has ever been America's friend, that led her to write the book, Business Abroad. Not only did she write the book, but also paid half of the price of publication. The book sells for fifty cents a copy, all proceeds going to the fund for the blind soldiers of France. A concise and truth- ful narration of affairs- in Europe from the viewpoint of an American is assured every reader. The style is very entertain- ing and appealing, being representative of Miss De Witt's best literary ability. Lunch Room Changes This year our lunch room was in the wake of a gust of efficiency. Each year there have been slight improvements, but considering the extent of the changes this year, it seems as though this department has reached perfection. In previous years everyone flocked around the serving table at the same time. As a result, those who were supposedly fortunate in getting served first had to make such a struggling exit that the hour was half over before the last ones were served. And then many were so Hvictual- ized that their garments heard the call of the tailor shop. With the installation of an iron railing a single file was formed allowing everybody plenty of time in which to eat. Also the pecuniary stampede that cen- tered around the one check stand faded away with the creation of another. Mixers , All labor is stimulated by the resultant energy of occasional diversion. The re- lation between the several social functions and the regular school work this year is truthfully summarized in the preceding statement. In former years the social side has not been as marked, and it is perfectly obvious that it was feared that more than possibly one social affair a year would be retroactive to study. As time and experi- ence often alter opinions, such proved true in this case. We have shown that amusement is that which cheers, but not inebriates. The Senior Mixer Thursday, November 23, was the initial affair. Last year this mixer was asked for by the Junior busi- ness committee. I A motley Conly in affiliationsb crowd participated in our mostsuccessful Inter- society Mixer, Thursday, February 15. Un- usual spontaneous talent was shown in the several stunts. Again on Friday, March 30, the Seniors found the festive doors of the gym open wide to all their clan. Student Aid Fund Our Student Aid Fund, which, as its name designates, was established to assist

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.....-...,L,-....1....T.f-pq 7:11 eff:-mirrz - Lakai .-. ,- .g, .. .. --szmrzrsf 28 THE WESTPORT HIGH SCHOOL HERALD. is now teaching domestic science at War- rensburg Normal. Miss Jackson, of Mich- igan, graduated at Ypsilanti Normal and at Pratt Institute. She was Director of the Household Science and Arts Depart- ment in Iron, Michigan. Elocution work in Westport has been ex- tended this year by the acquisition of an- other instructor of that subject. Miss Wil- son had several classes in English, also, and coached the girls' debate teams. She is a graduate of Vassar and has taught in Sweet Briar Academy. Miss Myers, clerk of last year, is now in Park College, studying to be a missionary. Her position has been filled by Miss Stout, Westport graduate of '15. She attended Spalding's Business College and is now a capable C? see Miss Duncanj member of our large office staff. It is interesting to know that she was formerly a Junior offi- cer and member of the Herald Staff. V Death of Night Watchman Our night watchman, Mr. Thomas Ham- ilton, who was even with us in the old Westport building, died Sunday, December 31. He was seventy years of age. After serving through the Civil War in the Union ranks, he settled in Westport. He was identified with the Knights Temp- lars and several other lodges. Thanksgiving Westport's Thanksgiving offering this year amounted to 314444, an evidence of the munificence, generosity, and regard for the less fortunate of the students of '17. The distribution of the funds was made as follows: Federation of Colored Charities .......... S 80.00 Provident Association . ........ ..... 3 0.00 Nettleton Home . ........... .... 3 0.00 Boys' Hotel . ................. .. . 27.22 Matty Rhodes' Day Nursery ...... 27.22 Total . . . ........ .... ..... 213 1 44.44 The committee which decided upon the apportionment of the funds consisted of the following students: Seniors-George Parrish, Claire Stoner, Juniors-Norman Jackson, Julia Le Vine, Sophomores- Kenneth Ringle, Margaret Coyle, Fresh- men-Jackson Eads, Joy Crosswhite. Manual Host to Teachers A mixer for the teachers of Poly and the several high schools was given by the Manual faculty Friday, December 8. Al- though the first of its kind, the affair was a decided success and will surely lead to similar functions in the future. The halls were uniquely decorated, there was an infinite supply of punch, and savory refreshments were served. The Cheer Leaders Our trio of noise experts deserves credit for extracting those raucous volumes of racket from the throats of Westport root- ers, for Sig Sandzen, Cliff Simpson, and Gerald King produced a superior brand of cheering. Sig as leader in chief was a demon demonstrator of his skill. Each one of the triplets showed extraordinary ability and pep. The result of their ef- forts typifies the loyalty and school spirit of '17. Yell Contest As in past years, the Westport Book Store furnished the incentive for the yell composer. Each year we acquire possi- bly one new yell through this medium, yet strange to say, merely nominally. The usage of our yells is left to the discretion of our cheer leaders, who in most cases fail to utilize the prize winning yell. As heartless as their decisions may some- times seem, their selections are founded. T detc phr: E yea: peni T peni View Vl mal the was wot the a cc frie Bt wri' pric T p1'04 sold ful the evei ing Mis T wah thei con: yea: has Ii arol

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'-'Lv' J' -' -Y i'1'3:f Tf i'iI3T':'QC.5'.aI5F'lT'IiZ-7i!. BZ9EHl:.l.-p,sf--1' -.11-4 1:1415-uuggbi 30 THE WESTPORT HIGH SCHOOL HERALD., , students in their school expenses, received but one application, and the request was readily granted. Efforts were made to in- solicit aid next year, because the fund has reached two hundred and forty dollars, twenty dollars contributed this year, and the committee will be more than anxious to help them whenever necessary. Tug of War The Senior-Junior tug of war which took place over the casting pool on Gillham Road was a decisive victory for the Junior Class. Of course the Seniors' alibi was that the man power of the Juniors was greatly in excess of theirs. Even the girls had a part, stimulating the boys with their musical species of rooting. Considering the amount of pleasure de- rived from the tug of war this year, it is certain that similar and possibly greater functions will form the history of West- port's class rivalry in the future. The thought of having such an immense class flag as the one this year, suspended on the front of the building for a week, acclaim- ing and announcing to all the victory of the particular class, will inevitably cultivate in the students, productive class pride. The Herald Cover The simple yet artistic Herald cover we have this year, is the result of the efforts of Helen Hofsess. As in past years there were a number of contributions subjected to the keen eyes of the judging committee, which consisted of art teachers and com- mercial artists of the city. Among the thirty drawings entered, there were a number that were almost as fit for the Herald cover as the one chosen. Junior Prom The Juniors gave the Seniors their an- nual entertainment on Saturday night, May 12, when at 8:15 the upper classmen met in the gym to celebrate the Prom. The gym was decorated in Westport colors and pennants, and the '18 trophy pennant was suspended from the east end of the gym. Riley's orchestra furnished music, and all the guests were favored with caps and fans. The programs were especially appropriate. The Junior committee and Miss Hodshire are to be blamed for the great success of the party. Music Festival Omitting the fact that the Muse of Music failed to bestow one of the much-coveted 'trophies upon Westport, the Fourth Annual Spring Music Festival and Contest, held in the Assembly Hall of Polytechnic Institute, Friday, May 18, was a great success. Con- tests were held during the afternoon, and the Bohemian Girl was presented in con- cert form by the united choruses of the four high schools in the evening, under the direction of Mrs. Effie J. Hedges. 'l sch Dag be alit 3, l gox ces tun 'l Cel riol on sirr las1 bre eas N oi lea: thr per C neg Joh and sph eas gui fail rhe cup J sim the Y J UTM: T '4 'J' ' 'Jf ' -:JF 1'--P ':- 'C :1-:gr -4-Aqruzfaiz-1 . .- .-A-.-. -.-. -4 - . . . . . . - ' ' ' ' A--L-1---M. -hes.. .M....n?si::i'i.:': - gg' fi-.-.-.- -, .,,,. . , K ,