Woodberry Forest High School - Fir Tree Yearbook (Woodberry Forest, VA)

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WOODBERRY FOREST MAXWELL BAXTER, JR. FT. LAUDFRDALI2, FLA. MAX l Two years at Woodberry has enabled Maxwell to confer much effort upon the academic side of school life. He has likewise been vitally inter- ested in all outside activities and has shown by his fine acting in the Dramatic Club that his ability matches his enthusiasm. Perhaps Maxwell hasn't made his associations as all-inclusive as he should have, but after all the only real friendships the world over are made with those of kindred tastesg and Woodberry has lacked for a long time a large group of boys more interested in dramatics, music and other such phases of artistic expression. Talented musically, Max devoted much of his time to studying piano and improving his taste in musical appreciation. For two years he was a valuable member of the choir, singing usually second tenor. As regards physical activities, Maxis chief interest has been in horseback riding. He is an accomplished equestrian now and bids fair to become an expert in days to come. When he departs in june, the Faculty and stu- dents alike will follow with interest the future pathways of this talented individual. 29

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THE FIR TREE 1938 Last year to everyone's amazement a new boy led the Fifth Form, not only for the first month but also for the entire year. This was likewise true throughout the year just gone as 'lBarney paced the Sixth Form with an average high above ninety. Not only in lessons has john shown his ability but in football and wrestling as well. In the latter sport, due to the fine showing he made in the 175 pound class, he won his letter in the season of 1938. His eagerness to learn and his conscientious attitude toward any undertaking into which he ventured gave him these distinctions- first class wrestler and Honor Roll student. Barnyard found time to join both Book and Current Events Clubs. In his senior year he took a major part in the mid-winter production of the Dramatic Club. This in itself was quite a stren- uous undertaking. Moreover, his attentions have also been directed to the School publications, the Omrle and the FIR TREE, No one at Woodberry has gained more benefits from his school activities than has john. 28 JOHN J. BARNHARDT, JR CONCORD, N. c. NBARNYARD

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THE FIR TREE 1938 Hailing from the hills of Arkansas, Dave was playfully designated by his friends as the Sage of the Ozarks. Whether or not he deserved this appellation, he proved himself a more than com- petent student, consistently averaging in the up- per fourth of his class. Probably it was his easy- going nature and slow, friendly drawl that gained him his nickname and made him one of the best known and well liked boys in school. Although Dave's scholastic marks were im- pressive, a large part of his time was devoted to his duties as a member of the Dramatic Club and Current Events Club, while every morning and afternoon found him at work in the post office. Here the genial face of Farley sooner or later became familiar to every boy. Because of his natural liking for athletics, the remainder of his time was given to track and wrestling, two sports he particularly liked. Next year at the University of Arkansas Dave's determination and healthy optimism should gain him the same respected place among his fellows that he has always held at Woodberry. 30 DAVID BLOCK, JR WYNNE, ARK. HDAVEH