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

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,N ,,.,, vrnquf-'-r T' 'lNn?-f , i W-iw. 'i 'f :ed Y 1 , 41 Y e' - f Q X 1 l X if - 2, ', o i H1 f ' ,f '77 'Q ., ff fl X 1 .IL l f Q f I if A it ' XJ 42- matte-:f5'S-ff-g , ASSEMBLIES School Traditions The Reverend Henry Marcotte ad- dressed us in our first assembly Sep- tember 15. In his message he empha- sized the necessity for honest sportsman- ship, uprightness in financial matters and a chivalrous attitude on the part of the boys. He urged the maintenance of the highest standards by both the boys and girls in their relations to each other. 1- -il- Crier Football Assembly In an assembly September 29, Mr. Booth, adviser of the Crier Staff, ex- plained why a school paper was desirable and told of his hopes and plans for this year's Crier. Mr. Harman, athletic manager, was the second speaker. He urged the sale of season tickets, and gave further ath- letic announcements. The football players were then intro- duced by Coach Edwards, and they demonstrated several plays for the bene- fit of those not familiar with footbalL Four Minute Speakers A very impressive assembly was held October 24. Inspiring addresses were made by four students chosen by com- petition on the theme of the 'So1dier's Memorial. The Juniors were represent- 'mwwf' ed by Miriam Burns and Howard Fisk, and the Seniors by Frances Wells and Herschel Clevenger. Dr. Marcotte closed the program with a splendid speech on the same subject. A Variety Program An interesting program was given in assembly November 10. Miss Bradley presented W's to the winners in the tennis tournament of last year. Speeches from representatives of the three upper classes then aroused great enthusiasm for the Thanksgiving festi- val-to-be. The program closed with a short re- cital by Mr. Herman 'Springer and his assistant, Miss Hacklett. It was greatly enjoyed by all. Football Jubilee Wild cheering and happy faces greeted our gridiron heroes in an assembly No- vember 24. It was the end of a victorious season, and was fittingly celebrated. Mr. Shouse, Mr. Harman and Coach Edwards expressed our appreciation of the team and Mr. Edwards distributed the coveted W's. Captain Haas and Captain-elect Lyle 'each made a few remarks, and the assembly ended with enthusiastic cheer- ing led by our efficient cheer leaders. manning: -...,-,A HA bravr giver Bark word straig on 1, Dr Marc urge: indiv spirif parts and ' M: West offic- struc day, Maj c Muri relat theoi Dr our c held were the r Dr possi Fr bate N ort deba' victo we A Q Y 4 1 K I A I A K . , N , V d -.., ., -U '-4 ' ' xg- , ,.- 1 Q- L. - - -X .- ' Q ' - ' J., -. ' -- f ' , I F Y F K .-' A . S..

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hy Rose. into the Jissmanl :rs came lcers and label Mc- Wright, were un- kept the r in tears nd Theo- suerez are Jortrayals ging and members Margaret ig several composi- e action of as a great ig of her ince. The . ibert Were .res of the :ou1dn't re- excellently Was' digni- a perfect ity in time and, played wonderfully the entire le of his :erpretation . taken re- Page and Wit started . A natur- ..- ,ir l A Cast of ffstop Thief. JOAN CARR . .... ..... D orothy Alderson MRS. CARR . ....... ........ H elen Mason CAROLINE CARR . .. .... Elizabeth Martin MADGE CARR . .... .... E lizabeth Cowan NELL . . ......... .... A nnie Laurie Page WILLIAM CARR . .. ....... James Darnell JAMES CLUNEY . .. ......... Loren Grimes MR. JAMISON . .. ....... Robert McGeehan A CHAUFFEUR . DR. VVILLIUGHBY . ....... .... J ames Stewart REV. MR. SPELVAIN . .. ...... Hal J. Pope JACK DOOGAN . ...... .... R obert Swisher JOE THOMPSON . ............ Jerome Stuart SERGEANT OF POLICE ...Vincent Gerbereux POLICE OFFICER O'MALLEY. .Dryden Hodge POLICE OFFICER CLANCEY.M. V. Dillingham POLICE OFFICER O'BRIEN ..... Paul Simonds ...........Jack Eades al tact and pose added to the success of the play and Won for them a Well de- served recognition. Elizabeth Cowan, the charming bride, and Loren Grimes, the deserving bride- groom, gave their cooing lines as turtle doves should. The difficulties of the wedding were multiplied but finally sur- mounted when the Rev. Mr. Spelvain, played by Hal Pope, at last found time to perform the ceremouy. Bob Mc- Geehan, as Mr. Jamison, with the deter- mined air of a successful business man, Won much applause. Jerome Stuart, as the detective, with his cocksureness was a scream. His socks, tie, and hat gave a devilish touch which is normally lack- ing in Jerome. Vincent Gerbereux, as the Sergeant of Police, with his commanding Voice and military bearing, took the situation in hand with perfect ease. M. V. Dilling- ham, Paul Simonds, and Drydeu Hodge, the Police Officers, were forcible in their actions. Jack Eades supported the cast in the minor role of the Chauffeur.

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B El fd Fisk, ells and e closed eech on given in Bradley . in the of the sd great lg festi- hort re- and his L greatly . greeted lbly No- ictorious zed. Mr. Edwards he team e coveted Lain-elect and the ic cheer- eaders. THE WESTPORT HIGH SCHOOL HERALD. 23 Dr. Barker A strong arm, a clear head, and a brave heart was the subject of a speech given December 19 by Dr. Charles E. Barker, a prominent Rotarian. His words struck home and though he hit straight from the shoulder he can count on 1,800 loyal friends in Westport. l..i.i.-.l--1 The Triangular Life Dr. Lyon, the evangelist, spoke to us March 1 on the Triangular Life. He urged well balanced development for each individual along physical, intellectual and spiritual lines. Mr. Cook of Dr. Lyons' party gave several enjoyable trombone and vocal solos. ,,...i.l.1..l.-. Major MacMorland Major E. E. MacMorland, a graduate of Westport in 1911 and at present an army officer, gave a most interesting and in- structive talk before the school on Mon- day, March 8. During his service overseas Major MacMarland was stationed on the Murman coast of Northern Russia. He related his experiences and discussed the theories and practices of the Bolsheviki. li. Dr. Barker Again Dr. Barker returned March 9, much to our delight, and separate assemblies were held for the boys and girls. The fathers were invited to come with their sons, and the mothers to come to the girls' assembly. Dr. Barker's popularity increased, if possible, with his return. . Debate Friday, March 19, the Central boys' de- bate team met the negative team of Northeast for the regular Interscholastic debate of the season. Northeast emerged victorious by a vote of 4 to 1. On March 18 an impromptu assembly was held after sixth hour. Joy reigned supreme because scarcely an hour before the two boys' debate teams had arrived home, each bringing a victory. The two teams and the coaches were on the plat- form and each member favored the audi- ence with a few words. An assembly was called Tuesday, April 6, for the purpose of awarding the debate W's. Miss Bain presented the girls' em- blems and Mr. Humphrey the boys'. Herschel Clevenger was introduced and presented the Amherst Debating Trophy to the school with the hope that it was here to stay. Mr. Shouse accepted it in the name of the school and placed in the trophy case. Dr. J. W. Fifield addressed an assem- bly on The Choice of a Life Time Oc- cupationi' There are three views to take, he said, the look within, the look without and the look above. The speech was interesting and was well re- ceived by the students. Mr. Bainter, of Junior College, gave Westport a real treat when he brought the college Glee Club and string quartet to our assembly hall Monday, April 26. The program was of unusual interest and quite remarkable in the fact that all rag- time and shimme songs were excluded from the selections. Mr. Bainter has proved that the old songs are still popular and We are indeed indebted to him for a most enjoyable entertainment. On Monday, May 3, Mr. Booth made an announcement concerning the price and publication of the Herald and then pre- sented the ten dollar prize for the best Herald cover to Frances Hayes. Mrs. Morland Peck and her company of harp- ists then entertained us.