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

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'iuf ' lf 'Hugo-f gf - -' e' P .. ir 14 THE WESTPORT HIGH SCHOOL HERALD. the Amherst Cup within our walls, and place beside it the one so long usurped by Manual. But to those who leave old Westport now, she entrusts her name. May her graduates keep it ever clean and fair, and become the staunch citizens of tomorrow. Success to all Westporters in these un- dertakings, and may the year 1921 be re- corded as one of even more achievement than the ever glorious 1920! The Crier ,On April 21, the Crier completed its seventh year as one of the most indis- pensible institutions at Westport, a year, which in the eyes of all has far surpassed the six previous ones. To begin with, three hundred and fifty more subscriptions were secured this year than last, which enabled us to increase the size of our paper twice, and likewise the substantial increase secured by our adver- tising and exchange departments have helped to improve it immensely. This last year has not been an 'easy one. The staff faced serious difficulities con- nected with printing the Crier at the very beginning because of the serious shortage of paper and labor. Sometimes you were forced to wait one, two or even three days for your Crier, a fact which the staff re- gretted as deeply as did our subscribers. We are not wholly ashamed of our ef- forts. We endeavored to give you as nearly as possible the things that you liked, and wanted, and in a measure we think we have succeeded. We have made it a point to secure interesting features for each issue, and established Carrie's famous column, the Violet Ray, and Our Contemporariesj' and have added the essential local color, heretofore lack- ing. Yet, by no means have we attained our loftiest aspirations for the Crier. We of the staff first of all realize how far we must go to fulfill this standard. But by an increasing number of subscriptions and even more loyal support, the Crier of 1921 cannot help but be more nearly the paper of our ideals, and yours. 1.-i The Coal Strike Early in December the whole United States was shocked by the news of coal strikes. In an effort to save coal enter- prises devoted to business and recreation alike were cut down to minimum capacity. Thus for the second consecutive year Westport was forced to close because of unfavorable conditions. Fortunately, how- ever, our impromptu vacation lasted but a week. And then, an unprecedented occurrence, for two whole days the haughty Central- ites were forced to trudge wearily through the bitter cold to the school high upon the hill so mighty, and to attend classes in its sheltering warmth. VVhat strange scenes and queer experiences, and what ridiculous happenings Westport's vener- able walls witnessed during those short days! But not content with doing all in their power to conserve coal, nine husky West- porter's answered to the call of duty in the coal fields. For ten days, under con- ditions none too favorable, our volunteers cheerfully performed the drudgery of mining until the termination of the strike brought a most welcome end to their work. l-in--qi..-.1-.. Freshman Organization The class of '23 bids fair to make its mark in the world. Last year the whole school, including the lucky youngsters themselves per- haps, was agreeably surprised when the Sophomores established the precedent of ' lm a Soph enterpi to real elect a a perfi Dur: War, Y the cz quota willing Westp High of S1 Drive, ninety A s two J' est, el of the port. Eve thus I ment. The mote lower its fir has be that i' tabilsl For ters' 4 pices 4 The commr tains. lieutei three their 1 May have . than c L. 4.-.Y .1 ,A f,,......,,.,,.:-x - , .. ,, , ,, x f . A - f - .... .. , ,V D Q.. - --..,,,,... V x ,M U 1' . bf, N -2--u.. ' A , ,Q ' is f . .. , -.,. . A Q aan V Mm li.-

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N D A 3 1' M OUR HERALD All that begins must end. So spoke Seneca in the long ago. At times, 'tis true, when the year seemed to advance with laggingi footsteps, We were inclined to doubt this maxim, but now the end has come, and all too soon! Once again has old Westport been be- sieged by attacks and fads as natural to her as the measles and mumps of our in- fancy. We successfully passed through such preliminaries as pigtail and hobo days, We survived countless graduation books, We thrived upon such joys as class day and the Senior Play, We passed through that week of night-mares, exam- ination time, with flying colors, and then, with a flourish, rounded up with the final flutter and excitement of graduation it- self. And now, once more, is Westportisend- ing out into the World a goodly band of her sons and daughters, liberally endowed with talent, hope, and aspirations, ready to enter the struggle of life unflinchingly. But this, their last year, as a fitting finale, has been a glorious one, and a hap- py one, a year of maximum honors and minimum defeats. For the second time Westport's invincible eleven emerged from the conflict champions, and undefeated. ' Although we were not quite so fortunate in basket ball, yet, surely we have every cause to be proud of our team. Then there are our victorious debate teams! Could there be anything more fair than the longed for Amherst Cup, which has come, we pray, to remain forever among our trophies. But accompanying our defeats as Well as our victories has been an ever increas- We have learned to true sportsmen, and We faced it gallantly, lips. We have dis- secret of school unity, ing school spirit. meet victory like when defeat came and with smiling covered the joyous and this year, for the first time, Westport as a Whole, from timid Freshmen to over- bearing -Seniors, joined in giving a school party. This year, too, for the first time came Freshman organization, and a Fresh- man mixer. It was this splendid school spirit that supported the Crier and fostered the Her- ald, and has enabled the staff to place this book before you in its entirety. Thus it is quite fitting that we should dedicate this Herald of 1920 to the student body, for it is their support and help which has made the Herald a reality. It is for that part of the Student Body which returns next fall to produce the winning teams of 1921. From their ranks must come the foot ball team which will uphold our victorious standards, and men to be drafted for basket ball and track. It is the Student Body which must keep

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We of ' far we But by ions and ' of 1921 me paper 2 United L of coal al enter- acreation aapacity. ive year cause of sly, how- sted but. :urrence, Central- through upon the lasses in strange nd what s vener- se short in their ay West- duty in ider con- olunteers gery of he strike to their make its including ves per- avhen the Bedent of THE VVESTPCRT HIGH SCHOOL HERALD. 15 a Sophomore mixer. It remained for the enterprising Freshmen of 1920, however, to really complete the span by daring to elect a Business Committee, and to give a perfectly splendid mixer! ,.....,.-,.i....--i---1- The Memorial Fund During the long weary months of the war, Westporters, ever ready to answer the call of duty, carried on their full quota of wartime activities, quickly, and willingly. Thus it was only right that Westport should lead all Kansas City High Schools with a total contribution of 31,659.64 to the Liberty Memorial Drive, an average of a little less than ninety-five cents per person. A speciali patriotic assembly in which two Juniors and two Seniors gave 'earn- est, eloquent and stirring pleas was one of the features of the campaign at West- port. ,i.l.,l...-.-L1-- Big Sister Movement Every year brings some innovation, 'thus 1920 brought the Big Sister Move- ment. . The obj ect of the organization is to pro- mote friendship between the upper and lower classmen, and although this is but its first year, the Big Sister Movement has been so successful in its undertaking that it promises to become one of the es- tabilshed institutions in Westport life. For the present, at least, the Big Sis- ters' organization will be under the aus- pices of the Girls' High School Club. The chairman, or general, as she is more commonly called, commands twelve cap- tains. Each captain is in charge of nine lieutenants, all of whom have, in turn, three privates, Freshmen girls, under their command. May this worthiest of organizations have even greater success in the future than during the past year. The Flunkers Matinee The daily matinees held last year proved so popular and successful that Mr. Shouse obligingly secured a return engagement for this year. The two afternoon performances from one ten to two fifty were presided over by Miss Corbin and Mr. Beckmann, and the passes, white, with the initial F on them, were seen in greater numbers this year than ever before. Yet those who reaped the benefit from the flunk matinee did not seem to enjoy or properly appreci- ate it, so for their benefit, as well as for the reputation of old Westport, let us hope that the attendance at these gather- ings will become smaller in the future. ...Q- Class Mixers Among all our social activities, the class mixers probably should rank first. Here the pupils make acquaintances and friend- ships which could scarcely be formed in the class rooms. Mixers promote the feeling of fellowship and companionship which has given Westport its distinctive atmosphere of open and sincere friend- liness. These affairs also promote school loyalty and support of our athletic teams. Our mixers this year have been the best Westport has ever had, and judging from the record-breaking attendance, they were thoroughly appreciated by all. The Seniors gave their first mixer Feb- ruary 24, and it was certainly a pro- nounced success from start to finish. A vaudeville program, consisting of stunts given by our local talent, received en- thusiastic approbation. Then came the customary dance with an orchestra consisting of student mu- sicians. Refreshments were the neces- sary and final feature of an unequaled entertainment. The Juniors provided the festivities on l .Z