Will Rogers High School - Lariat Yearbook (Tulsa, OK)

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Constantly reminding us of Will Rogers' principles are the school's treasured memorials to him. At left is the bust which occupies an honored place near the main entrance. At right, not only sophomores, but school leaders, too, pause for contemplation of the many pictures hanging in the halls. ill ls Basis of School Traditions Rogers was born in 1879 on a ranch between Oologah and Claremore. His full name was William Penn Adair Rogers. He was educated in Missouri and in 1898 he left school to become a cowboy in Texas. Four years later he sailed to Argentina where he worked on a large ranch. From there he went to South Africa to join a wild west circus as the Cherokee Kid. He made his first stage appearance in New York City with the Ziegfield Follies. In 1918 he began his motion picture career. On stage, in a slow southwestern drawl, this cowboy philosopher made shrewd, homely comments on people and events. His humor was essentially American and its real strength was the wisdom behind it. Because of his wise comments the New York American began running articles by Will Rogers that played a large part in influenc- ing public opinion on subjects concerning inter- national affairs. Through his humorous com- ments he won the hearts of thousands of people. While he was in California he met the famous pilot, Billy hlitchell, and became very interested in aviation. ln 1935 he left on a trip to the Orient where he was to perform for U. S. troops. lt was on this famous flight with Wiley Post that he met his tragic death at Point Barrow, Alaska. The students of VVill Rogers High School hold a deep regard for the name of Will Rogers. We can be thankful that our school is privileged to represent such a beloved man.

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HOUGH it is constantly changing and growing, VVill Rogers High School re- mains constant in its determination to serve the needs of the youth of Tulsa. Evidence that Wfill Rogers has done well is almost constantly pouring in upon the school. Awards range from national to local recognition, hut all reflect the excellence of the school, the dedicated faculty, and interested students.