Freshman Edition of High School Reflector Honors Class Mothers
The High School Reflector Freshman Edition credits editor Myra Nell Scott and assistant Connie Compton with reporters from Mary Alexander to Francis Whipple under Mr. London. The article then honors the freshman class mothers, Mrs Haskell Scott and Mrs JL C Cooper, praising their support and cooperation at the Youth Center and on outings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myra Nell Scott
Connie Compton
Mary Alexander
Otis Bass
Beverly Bassett
Dorothy Dillinger
J. Don Biggerstaff
James Bourland
Dearie McKnight
Aubrey Burnham
Mildred Clem
Ruth Ann Cummings
Geraldine Darst
Mary Edna McKinney
Joyce Luna
Joy Ann Layman
Martha Ann Garner
Jewell Murphy
Mazelle Musser
Sue Phillips
Carol Ryan
Leon Simmons
William Simmons
Helen Sinor
Gayle Taylor
James
Haskell Scott
JL. C. Cooper
Freshmen Schedule Captures Morning to Afternoon Routines
The 46 freshmen begin each day between eight and nine with home room eight and nine. They split into A and B at 10:30 for English and math, then gather for lunch at noon and attend general science at 12:45. After a 1:45 study hall, football workouts, and pep squad drills, they board buses at 3:15 heading home, ready for another challenging day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rody
Nan Dyer
Barker
Hensley
Roddy
Montgomery
London
Petrash
P. E
Darwin
Freshman Class Divides As Largest Group At WHS
The freshman class at WHS is the largest in the school and has been split for classes. Twenty three students study general math with Coach Montgomery while the remaining take English with Mrs Roddy. The exchange occurs at the 11:15 bell and all 46 students move to home room for science in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WHS
Montgomery
Roddy
WHS Seniors Honored By First Baptist Church Banquet
The WHS senior class enjoyed a May 12 banquet hosted by the First Baptist Church Youth Mission Society with decorated tables, a program led by W Cummings and Dr Ralph Smith, and group photos by George M Hight. Souvenirs from Howard Payne College and Baylor were given. nine seniors were named ushers for upcoming baccalaureate and graduation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WMS
The
First Baptist Church
WHS
W. C. Cummings
B. W. Newman
Bill King
C. J. Meador
Ralph Smith
George M. Hight
Howard-Payne College
Baylor University
Texomaland Honor Graduate Playday At Denison Dam
Denison Chamber sponsors the third annual Texomaland Honor Graduate Playday at Denison Dam on Friday May 12. Teachers and wives from 51 schools tour the power plant then enjoy a barbecue lunch. Sid Karchmer performs magic as boat rides on Lake Texoma cap the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Cummings
Texomaland
Denison Dam
Denison Chamber of Commerce
Lake Texoma
Sid Karchmer
Denison
WHS Senior Class Meeting Held May 8 in Room 17
The WHS senior class gathered in room 17 Monday morning May 8 for a regular meeting. Students discussed upcoming activities and class plans for the spring term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WHS
Class Officers Elect Usher Leaders and Assembly Committee
With Bill King as class president presiding the group selected a class motto and chose ushers for the commencement and baccalaureate programs. A committee to work on the assembly program on May 26 was appointed including Jane Meador Betty Blackerby Prilla Hinton and Dorothy Birdwell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill King
Jane Meador
Betty Blackerby
Prilla Hinton
Dorothy Birdwell
Juniors Decide Ring Payment Delay and Plan Assembly
The junior class met in room 16 during the 30 minute study period to decide on paying for class rings this term. They voted to wait until September of next fall. A committee led by Gladine Harper was formed to plan Friday’s assembly with Ouida Nell Ryan and others named. Plans for a Burns Run picnic were discussed with Friday or Saturday as options pending Mr. Cummings final approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gladine Harper
Ouida Nell Ryan
Gwendolyn Kent
Gene Bush
Barrie Blanton
Peggy Burchfield
Carol Hughes
Eddie Burkhalter
Ray Simpson
Burns Run
Cummings
Juniors Lead Assembly With Radio Hillbilly Show
The juniors ran Friday's assembly in a radio hillbilly format sponsored by Garrett snaff. Barrie Blanton served as announcer with Gene Bush and Jack Badgett assisting as right-hand men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garrett Snaff
Barrie Blanton
Gene Bush
Jack Badgett
Local talent program features Eddie Burkhalter on guitar
Jokes and songs accompanied by Eddie Burkhalter with a famous guitar and crooning voice. Several performers including Billye Faye Dillon Philla Hinton Ouida Nell Ryan Billy Earl Brown Gwen Kent Gladine Harper Peggy Burchfield and Laura Jean Wilson performed. Testimonials for the snuff by Don Cook and Dwayne Hayes. Joe Pannell won a prize box for guessing the mysterious voice behind the curtain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddie Burkhalter
Billye Faye Dillon
Philla Hinton
Ouida Nell Ryan
Billy Earl Brown
Gwen Kent
Gladine Harper
Peggy Burchfield
Laura Jean Wilson
Don Cook
Dwayne Hayes
Joe Pannell
C. C
Methodist Swimming Party At Bonham State Park
The Intermediates and young people of the Methodist Church plus guests enjoyed a Tuesday night swimming party at Bonham State Park May 9. Vescal trucks carried 56 attendees to the site for swimming and a picnic lunch before returning to the lake for more visiting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Church
Bonham State Park
M. N.S
Buggy Freshmen in Study Hall Room 10
Freshmen behavior during study hall in room 10 draws attention as supervisors note disruptions and students seek calmer study time. Officials consider adjustments to routine and seating to restore focus and reduce interruptions.
Four Honor Roll Students Named in Freshman Class
The freshman class of 1949 50 adds four students to the honor roll with grades above 90 in every subject and A in all department marks. Ruth Ann Cummings Norman Harper Beverly Bassett and Myra Nell Scott earn the distinction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Ann Cummings
Norman Harper
Beverly Bassett
Myra Nell Scott
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Max Taylor
Youth Center Council
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Stephens & Bryant Insurance — Real Estate
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