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Yearbook Name
The Charles Citian 1928 Volume 3
Location
Charles City, Virginia (Charles City County, VA)
Additional Information
THE CHARLES CITIAN
THIRD VOLUME
1928
PUBLISHED BY
THE SENIOR CLASS
OF
CHARLES CITY HIGH SCHOOL
Charles City, Virginia
GREETINGS
Not
to darken
but to enlighten
the enthusiasm which
rises within the hearts of
every Charles Citian, so that
all interest necessary might be cre-
ated in our school, Charles City High,
to show the deep love and appreciation which
we owe to our teachers for the aid which they have
rendered unto us during the four years of our
strife. Again as a pleasant emblem of
recollection for the present student
body and also the Alumni. As
a representative of Charles
City High School, we
have published
this third
volume.
PROCESSED BX
BABB.OW LAB
"Dime
We, the Graduating Class
of ’28
DEDICATE
this, the third volume of the CHARLES ClTIAN,
to the members of the School Board, who
have diligently worked to promote
our past, present, and future
welfare.
W. J. Cox
History , Latin I, Chemistry
A.B., College of William and Mary; Graduate
Work, University of Virginia.
J. Beazley Yates
English, Math
College of William and Mary.
Katherine Chilton
Caesar, French, Science, Biology
A.B., University of Richmond.
Elizabeth Booker
English, History
A.B., Farmville State Teachers College.
Mattie Nance
Seventh Grade
Blackstone Female Institute; Graduate of
Woman’s College, Richmond; Work at University of Richmond.
Emily B layton
Fifth and Sixth Grades
AVilliam and Mary Summer School.
Dora Hubbard
Third and Fourth Grades
Radford State Teachers College.
Ella Nance
First and Second Grades
Richmond Woman’s College; William and Mary
Summer Session.
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Charles Citian Staff
Ethel Snadecki
Kathryn Waldrep
Ruth Walker
Colin Vince ....
Hester Lee Brockwell .
Gaylon Layfield . . .
Gladys Avery . . . .
William Barnett . . .
Beulah Binns ....
Olive Parsons ....
Louise Adams
Ida Christoph
Robert Fowler
Editor-In-Chief
. Assistant Editor-in-Chief
. . . Business Manager
. Joke Editor
Calendar of Events
. . . Boys’ Athletics
. . Girls’ Athletics
. . . . Art Editor
. . . . Snapshots
. . . Alumni Notes
. . Junior Representative
. . . Sophomore Representative
Freshman Representative
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Editorial
gOOD character, ethical business, and a world of good fellow-
ship are the heritages of our fathers, and to us — the future
Charles Citians — falls the task of weaving these wonderful
qualities into a structure that, when completed, will leave Charles City
on an even basis with the rest of the world.
Rome was not built in a day, neither can a county be made a great
metropolis by one generation. It will take centuries. Three centuries
have passed, and Charles City is yet to be improved to its greatest
capacity, although it has progressed to a considerable extent in these past
years. Five years ago Charles City knew no other than the small one-
room schools. Today it boasts an accredited high school and graded
school combined. It is up to the graduates of this high school to bear
onward and uphold the name it has already made for itself. To them
falls the task of becoming good, loyal, and perhaps great Charles
Citians, Virginians, and Americans.
Surely, everyone realizes that good and great deeds have their origin
in the home, and it is there that the foundations of a greater Charles
City must be laid. Higher educational standards, marketing facilities,
and a better home life must, therefore, be a large part of this structure.
To accomplish these, co-operation must be encouraged. Certainly, there
is no one who is unable to give this much-needed co-operation.
The task of the future Charles Citians is not an easy one, but it is
their duty to overcome all obstacles, however difficult. If they receive
the right start, labor seriously and earnestly, with the co-operation of
their parents and friends, success shall be their goal and good fortune,
in a greater Charles City, their destiny.
Ethel G. Snadecki, ’28,
Editor-in-Chief.
S
MRS. WILLIAM J. SNADECKI
WESTOVER, VIRGINIA
Sponsor of 1928
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Senior Class
Emily Elizabeth Binns
“em”
“They who take friendship out of life seem to
take the sun from heaven.”
Blue-eyed, golden-haired, and rosy-cheeked,
Emily graces the Senior Class. Her voice
is gentle and sweet, and her manner quiet.
However, there are numerous sparks of
humor and sunshine radiating from her personality.
Member Anglican Literary Society, ’23-’24; Member
Tyler Literary Society, ’24-’26; Critic Literary So-
ciety, ’25-’2G; Member Annual Staff, ’ 2 6 - *2 7 ; Mem-
ber Eureka Literary Society, ’27-’28.
WlLHELMINA BLAYTON
“bob”
To Bob, whose bright smiles and words of
cheer have constantly kept her in our mem-
ory, we dedicate this space. Bob was
forced to leave us in February because of
sickness. She has been a true friend and
faithful classmate, and her sincerity will
always be remembered.
Hester Lee Brockwell
“Always paddle your own canoe.”
Rosy cheeks and shiny eyes,
Heart so crystal pure ;
Dainty head, exceeding wise,
That’s our Hester, sure.
Hester came to us from Barnetts, and during her four years here has been a faithful
student.
President Senior Class, ’27-’28; Member Tyler Literary Society, ’25-’26-’27; Member Eureka Literary
Society, ’27-’28; Member Home Economics Club,
'25-’26.
Senior Class
Clara Christian
“Those who seek shall find.”
The historian of our class is well worthy of
her name. With her good work at school
and her willingness to succeed, we shall expect great things from her in the future.
President of Junior Class, ’26-' 27; Member Tyler
Literary Society, ’24-’25-'26; Member Eureka Literary Society, ’27-’2S; Treasurer Home Economics
Club, ’26-’27.
A. Lavine Hennaman
“lovey”
“Laugh and the world laughs with you.”
Here’s to "Lovey,” merry and gay,
With kind words and a happy face;
When she leaves, we’ll miss her surely,
For there is none can take her place.
“Lovey” has been to all a true friend ; she
has been an energetic pupil and an excellent
sport.
Secretary Freshman Class, *24-’ 25 ; Vice-President
Sophomore Class, ’25“’26; Member Tyler Literary
Society, ’25-’26; Critic Tyler Literary Society, ’25-
’26; Member 4-H Club, * 2 5-’ 2 S ; Member Athletic As-
sociation, ’25-’28; Member Annual Staff, ’25-’26;
Member Eureka Literary Society, ’27-’2S; Vice-
President 4-H Club, ’27-’2S; Member Tennis Club,
’ 2 7 -’ 2 S ; Treasurer Senior Class, ’27-’28; Member
Monogram Club, ’26-’27.
Elizabeth E. Hughes
Hypothesis : “Bessie” is a good Charles
Citian in and out of class.
Proof: “Bessie” is overflowing with fun.
H er friends are many. She is a good
athlete.
Conclusion : Her future success.
Member Tyler Literary Society, ’2 5-’ 26; Member
Eureka Literary Society, ’26-’27; Vice-President
Athletic Association, ’25-’26; Secretary Eureka Lit-
erary Society, ’26-’27; Member Tennis Club, ’25-’26;
Member Monogram Club, ’26-’27; Librarian, ’27-’2S.
Senior Class
Dorothy Marston
“dot'’
“Where there is life, there is hope.”
"Dot” has a loving, winning way,
Her heart is big and kind;
A better, truer friend than “Dot”
I’m sure you'll never find.
Member Tyler Literary Society, ’26-’27; Member
Home Economics Club, '26-'27; Member Eureka
Literary Society, ’27-’28; Vice-President Senior
Class, ’27-’28; Member Curlers Club, '27-'28; Mem-
ber of Fun Club, ’27-’28.
Virginia Miles
“What is life if not fun?”
Virginia is small in stature but great in
mind. Her quiet good nature has won
the high esteem of her teachers and class
mates. Although quiet, Virginia enjoys life
and is ever ready to share its jokes.
Member Tyl»r Literary Society, ’25-'26-’27; Mem-
ber Eureka Literary Society, ’ 27-’ 2 8.
Dorothy Louise Saunders
“Laugh and the world laughs with you.”
“Dickey” came to us four years ago and has
faithfully stcod by through thick and thin.
During this time she has won the love of
both the teachers and students, and the
name of being our best natured girl in high
school. She is fond of playing basketball,
and Charles City High will miss her when
she’s gone.
Treasurer Sophomore Class, ’26-’27; Corresponding:
Secretary Tyler Literary Society, ’26-’27; Member
Home Economics Club, ’26-’27; Captain Basketba'l
Team, ’27-’28; Secretary Junior Class, *27- *28 ;
Member Eureka Literary Society, ’27-’28; Treasurer
Athletic Association, ’27-’28; Member Monogram
Club, ’27-’28; Secretary Home Economics Club,
’27-’28; Secretary Senior Class, ’27-’28.
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Senior Class
Ethel Genevra Snadecki
“snoots”
“Always lead, never follow.”
A Yankee frame with a Southern heart,
Loyal and kind, she is ready to do her part.
“Snoots” is one of the most widely known
and respected girls of our class. Her
friendliness to everyone has given her the
co-operation and faith of all that know her.
Editor-in-Chief, *27-’28; President 4-H Club, ’27-’28;
Vice-President Tennis Club, ’25-’26; Member An-
nual Staff. ’26-’27: Member Tyler Literary Society,
’25-'27 ; Curler. ’27-’2S; Member Fun Club, *27-’28;
Member Tennis Club, ’27-'28; Member Athletic As-
sociation, ’26-’28; Member Home Economics Club,
*26-’27; Member Eureka Literary Society. *27-'2S;
Member 4-H Club, ’27-’2S.
Kathryn Josephine Waldrep
“joe”
This little (f) girl <with very light hair
Goes througlt the world without a care.
Two blue eyes, two handsful of long, light
hair, two rosy cheeks, one sunny smile.
M ix well, then add neatness, an attractive
personality and high ideals. Cut into a
lovable girl and you have “Joe.”
Treasurer Freshman Class, ’25-'26; Treasurer
Sophomore Class, ’26-’27; Secretary 4-H Club. ’26-
’27; Member Annual Staff. ’26-’27; Member 4-H
Club, ’26-’27-’2S; Member Tennis Club, ’26-’27-’2S;
Member Athletic Association, ’26-’27-’2S; Member
Tyler Literary Society, ’25-’26; Member Eureka
Literary Society, ’26-’27; President Euveka Literary
Society, ’27-’28; Assistant Editor-in-Chief, ’27-’2S.
Ruth B. Walker
“snooks”
True to herself.
True to her friends.
True to her duty always.
In all four years with us. Ruth has been
one of the class leaders. Ready and will-
ing, Ruth lends a helping hand to both her
school and home duties.
President Sophomore Class, ’25-’26; President Tyler
Literary Society, ’25-’26; Member Tennis Club, ’25-
’26; Member Annual Staff, ’25-’26-’27; Member
Tyler Literary Society, ’26-’27; Treasurer Junior
Class, ’26-’27; Member Tennis Club, ’26-’27; Member
Annual Staff. ’27-’2S; Manager Basketball Team.
’27-'2S; Librarian, ’27-’2S.
J+fi — -
The Senior Class
Motto: “The Leader in the Deed — a Woman”
Class Colors: Blue and White
Class Officers
Flower: White Rose
Hester Lee Brockwell
Dorothy Marston
Dorothy Saunders . . .
Lavine Hennaman
President
. . . . Vice-President
. . . Secretary
. Treasurer
Class Roll
Emily Binns
Hester Lee Brockwell
Clara Christian
Lavine Hennaman
Elizabeth Hughes
Ruth
Dorothy Marston
Virginia Miles
Dorothy Saunders
Ethel Snadecki
Kathryn Waldrep
Walker
Miss Katherine K. Chilton
Class Teacher
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Senior Class Poem
The lime has come for us to part,
IV e surely hate to go;
IV e ll keep the memories in our hearts
Of friends that here we know.
Now that we’ve finished school days here,
IVe’re happy and we're sad ;
IV e hate to sever friendships dear,
But otherwise we’re glad.
IV e wish to thank the teachers kind
For help they gave each day;
IVe trust that they will always find
Roses ’long the way.
IVe’ll not forget the joys we’ve shared
In merry high school days;
JVe’ll always have a word to add
In Alma Mater’s praise.
IVe leave you all in life that’s fine,
IV e wish you great success ;
While parting now, we leave behind
To you, much happiness.
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Senior Class History
ONE balmy day in September, 1924, we, the Class of ’28, entered upon our high school
career. YVe began our seemingly endless voyage in the junk “Good-Will” as a band
. of sturdy freshmen who, although spoken of as “insignificant rats,” proved ourselves
a worthy crew. With our patient and reliable officers we did not hesitate to put out
to sea on our maiden voyage — the first quarter of which was very tempestuous. Our captain, Mr.
Cox, ever steered our frail bark free from rocks and reefs, which constantly threatened its
destruction. He was ably assisted in his momentous task by the Missess Burleson and Barbee, and
Mrs. Hinson. At the end of nine strenuous months we anchored in the harbor of “Good Inten-
tion,” and were granted a leave of absence of three months. By this time we thought our-
selves full-fledged sailors.
When September 10, 1925, dawned, it found us ready and eager to set sail for the uncharted
sea, “Sophomore.” We were fortunate in having Captain Cox with us again, although he had
an entirely new list of officers, namely, the Misses Beazley (now Mrs. Yates), Meador, and
Thompson. We had, by this time, become somewhat accustomed to the high seas which con-
stantly rocked our boat, and we had learned how best to weather the storms. The waves of
Algebra and French did not look quite so unconquerable as they had the year before. Early in
June we sighted the island “Determination,” where the first half of our voyage was brought to
a close.
In September, 1926, we assembled on board the “Good-Will” with fresh supplies to last us
during the next nine months. Captain Cox, with his former officers, Mrs. Yates and Miss
Meador, accompanied by a new officer, Miss Shelton, greeted us heartily and, with perfect con-
fidence, we embarked as Juniors for the harbor “Progress.” This year our crew was very
fortunate in the many contests, and we decorated the “Good-Will” with many banners.
When we left the isle of “Progress” in September, 1927, Miss Chilton, our pilot, and Miss
Booker joined our faithful captain and commander, Mr. Cox and Mrs. Yates. Although wary of
the sea at first, Miss Chilton soon recovered her composure and proved herself a worthy com-
panion and pilot. On this quarter one of cur faithful crew was forced to leave us on account
of sickness, when the isle of “Success” was almost in sight. The remaining eleven finally sighted
land, and after having weathered all storms we at last anchored in the harbor “Success,” toward
which we had looked with longing eyes. Though weary of the long voyage and anxious to put
out upon that more tempestuous sea, Life, we loathe to leave behind our dear class mates,
teachers, and patrons. I feel that I voice the sentiments of my fellow classmates when I repeat
the wrnrds of the o’.d poet who said :
“My soul constantly kindles in keenest impatience —
To fare itself forth and far off, hence
To seek the strands of stranger tribes.”
Ethel G. Snadecki, ’28,
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Class Historian.
Class Prophecy
ONE Friday afternoon I came home, tired from a hard day’s work in the office. I slipped
off my working clothes and sank down in a chair to rest.
I had not been there long when the door bell rang. I went to the door and found
a letter from one of my classmates, Hester Lee Brockwell. It was an invitation to
spend the week-end with Hester and her husband.
I accepted the invitation and left on the next train. The chauffeur met me at the station and
took me to her home in the most fashionable part of Richmond.
Hester was as delighted to see me as I was to see her. She told me she had just returned
from the country, where she had spent a year.
After dinner we talked of old times. Finally the conversation drifted to school days. Hester
had not been able to keep up correspondence with all of our classmates.
“Where is Clara Christian now?” she asked.
"She is a very successful nurse at Stuart Circle Hospital,” I replied.
“Don’t you know,” I said, “Dorothy Marston was presented to society the year after we
graduated, and is now one of the most prominent social leaders in New York?”
“Well, of all things!” exclaimed Hester. “Where is Elizabeth Hughes?”
“Oh! Hadn’t you heard that Elizabeth is married?”
“Oh, yes, Lavine, I remember all about it now. It just seems years since I saw any of you.”
“Kathryn Waldrep will get her degree at Westhampton College this year, and Ruth Walker
will get hers at William and Mary. I suppose they will both be teachers.”
“Yes,” said Hester, "they always studied hard in high school, and I know they will be
splendid teachers.”
“Ethel Snadecki is head nurse in Stuart Circle Hospital; she is engaged to one of the doctors,
and I think they will be married soon.”
“Did Emily Binns marry, or go to college?” asked Hester.
“Emily is in Maine with her aunt; she seems to like the North very well, since she spends
most of her time there.”
"Hester, you know Dorothy Saunders inherited a large fortune from her uncle, and is now
traveling.”
“You haven’t told me about Virginia Miles,” said Hester.
“Oh, Virginia took a course in Public Health work, and is now the county nurse for Charles
City.”
“Now, Lavine, tell me about yourself.”
"Oh, there isn’t much to tell,” I replied. “I took a business course in Washington, and am
now a secretary there.”
"It seems as if I were back in Charles City with my classmates and teachers,” said Hester.
We both sat in silence for a moment, thinking of the happy days we had spent in Charles
City High School. The clock struck one and the silence was broken. “I know you are tired,” said
Hester, “and I will show you to your room.”
Hester left me and I soon fell asleep, still thinking of Charles City High School and my
classmates.
Lavine Hennamen,
Hester Lee Brockwell,
Prophets.
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Last Will and Testament
®E, the Class of 1928, being of sound minds and soon to cease our existence as a unit;
having well-crammed minds and superhuman understanding, with a memory that
was never known to fail, do hereby make, ordain, and publish this, our last will and
testament.
To our beloved superintendent, Mr. Clarence Jennings, we bequeath our deepest appreciation,
our sincerest gratitude, and our heartfelt thanks for the interest he has taken in our welfare. We
leave him our promise that we will each live up to the high standards that he has set before us.
To the school we leave the record of our past four years in C. C. H. S., the memory of our
good deeds, and our acts of kindness.
We leave to Mr. Cox, our worthy principal, all our good wishes and the hope that he may
forget all our faults and mistakes. We also will him a radio, so he may always have correct time.
To Miss Chilton, our efficient co-worker, and one who has labored diligently for our success,
we bequeath a Parker fountain pen.
To Mrs. Yates, another efficient helper, we will all the latest books related to the study of
English.
To Miss Booker we bequeath a grand piano and as much sheet music as she will ever have
use for.
To the Juniors we leave our many priviliges, especially that of congregating and discussing
certain topics in study hall.
To the Sophomore Class we will the advice to remember that we earnestly endeavored to please
our teachers and leaders, and it will be an act of wisdom for them to follow this example.
To the Freshmen we bequeath patience and diligence, that they may some day reach the
high and coveted position of Seniors.
To the grade girls we will all our old powder puffs, vanity boxes, combs, and hairpins.
To Gladys Avery we leave the special privilege of being a chaperone for her fellow classr-
mates.
To Mitchell Binns, Ethel Snadecki leaves her privilege of roaming around during school hours
and coming to class occasionally.
Dorothy Marston hereby bestows her “A’s” to Lena Parsons and her quietness to Mildred
Haynes.
To Julia Major, Dorothy Saunders leaves her surplus inches.
To Louise Adams, Elizabeth Hughes wills her ability to play basketball.
Ruth Walker leaves her debating ability to Colin Vince.
Emily Binns wills her double lease on the front seat of a certain school truck to Ida Christoph
and Lois Marable.
To Dorothy Haupt, Hester Lee Brockwell leaves her task of doing all the corresponding for
the class.
Virginia Miles wills her spectacles to Virginia Hartseli.
To Florence Wray, Clara Christian wills her love for Caesar.
To Mildred Haynes, Lavine Hennamen leaves he rability to make excuses.
Last, Kathryn Waldrep does hereby bestow upon Nannie Christian her most desirable and
comfortable possession, namely, her old black sweater.
Signed and sealed this last day of May, in the year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred
and twenty-eight.
SENIOR CLASS,
Kathryn Waldrep, Testator.
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Baccalaureate Program
“Come, Thou Almighty King”
Prayer
Introduction of Speaker . . .
Sermon
Solo
Benediction ,
Audience
. . . . Reverend Ogden
. . Reverend Waldrep
. . Reverend Robinson
Mrs. George P. Gamble
. . . Reverend Burkes
Commencement Exercises
March
Class Song
Salutatory
Last Will and Testament . .
History
Violin Solo
Gif tori an
Prophecy
Poem
Valedictory .
“Sweet Hawaiian Moonlight”
Introduction
Address
Awarding of Diplomas
“Farewell”
March
. . Miss Mary Bjoker
Seniors
Ruth Walker
Kathryn Waldrep
Ethel Snadecki
Miss Mary Booker
Clara Christian
Hester Lee Brockwell
Lavine Hennamen
Emily Binns
. . Dorothy Marston
Clara Christian
Lavine Hennanen
• -Elizabeth Hughes
Virginia Miles
Dorothy Saunders
. .... Mr. W. J. Cox
. . . Dr. J. D. Carter
.... Mr. W. J. Cox
...... . Seniors
. . Miss Mary Booker
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Junior Class
Binns, Mitcheal
Binns, Randolph
Layfield, Gaylon
Marston, Buxton
Talley, Clarence
Vince, Colin
Adams, Elizabeth
Adams, Louise
Avery, Gladys
Christian, Nannie
Haynes, Mildred
Haupt, Dorothy'
Parsons, Lena
Parsons, Olive
Wray, Dorothy
Wray, Llorence
After three months of enjoyable vacation, we settled down to hard work again as happy and
carefree juniors. We rallied our forces under our most faithful teacher, Miss Mary E. Booker.
Each month a large percentage of our class was on the honor roll or honorable mention.
We are represented in athletics by four girls and four boys.
At the county fair, which was held in the first of September, the Junior Class won second
prize. We were dressed in old-fashioned costumes Yvhich were admired by all.
We are looking forward, after three months of vacation, to becoming high and dignified
seniors.
Nannie Christian, ’29, President.
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Sophomore Class
Barnett, William
Binns, Beulah
Christian, Louis
Christoph, Ida
Marable, Lucille
Hartselle, Virginia
Horsley, Pearl
Smith, Helen
Vaiden, Elizabeth
Warriner, Glyndon
In September, 1926, we who are sophomores started on a journey in search of a
coveted prize. At first we were twenty, but now we number ten. We have traveled
two years, completing one-half the journey. We have met with both difficulties and
pleasures, and we hope to gain our prize, the diploma, in June, 1930.
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reshman
Class
barnett, eugene
barnett, irving
dunn, elizabeth
evans, bertha
fowler, robert
gary, Virginia
haynes, norman
harrison, randolph
major, john
marable, edward
marable, lois
major, julia
mathews, alice
miles, mattie
munden, annie
nelson, harrison
penny, alton
saunders, benjamin
tunstall, manly
waddil, cary
We, the Freshman Class of 1927-28, started out on our career as high school freshmen, better
known as “rats,” on September 9, 1927.
Our very kind and sympathetic teachers made our struggle in class work a real pleasure, and
few of us failed to make good in our first year’s work.
Examinations we dreaded, but by studying hard and throwing ourselves into our work, body
and soul, we came out successfully.
When school reopens we hope the succeeding freshmen may spend as pleasant a year as we
have.
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XN deep appreciation for the unceasing
help that they have rendered to the
staff of the CHARLES ClTIAN during
each year of its publication, especially in 1928,
we dedicate this page to the teachers of the
grades. It is only a small way in which to ex-
press our gratitude, but perhaps some day we
can show them that we do appreciate their
kindness and support. We, the staff of ’28,
give our many thanks and hope that they will
feel their work well paid for and not in vain
when they see this edition of the CHARLES
ClTIAN. To the following teachers we owe a
great part of our annual: Misses Ella Nance,
Dora Hubbard, Emily Blayton, and Mattie
Nance.
Editor-in-Chief of ’28.
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Seventh Grade
Adams, Clarence
Adams, Lewis
Barnett, Miriam
Brown, Franklin
Christian, Betty
Duke, Emily
Duke, Richard
Ellis, Mildred
Haynes, Margaret
Horsley, Grace
Horsley, Thelma
Howard, Susie
Hughes, Phoebe
Ladd, Patsy
Maddera, Inez
Marable, Oreane
Mountcastle, Richard
Roeder, Janie
Talley, Christian
Vaiden, Gladys
Wray, Edwin
Yates, Edna
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Fifth and Sixth Grades
Adams, Will
Adams, Daniel
Adams, Lewis
Barnett, Lelia
Brown, Howard
Brockwell, Nannie
Ege, William
Evans, Walter
Evans, Velma
Fairfield, Loren
Fairfield, Wallace
Haupt, Lawrence
Haupt, Charles
Haupt, Helen
Haden, Lucille
Hennaman, Wilbur
Hennaman, Lester
Hartsell, Lawrence
Hartsell, Lonnie
Hughes, Myrtle
Lampkin, Alma
Layfield, Paul
Leibert, Mark
Major, Gladys
Major, Lucille
Mathews, Louise
Marable, Muriel
Marable Lucille
Marston, Joseph
Miles, Raymond
Peterson, Ethel
Penny, Rufus
Roeder, Bertha
Rudisell, Georgia
Saunders, Eugene
Snadecki, Robert
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Roll
First Grade
Adams, Mamie
Adams, Carrie
Barnett, Grover
Crostic, Lee
Carter, Lee
Carter, Roland
Carter, Gertrude
Edwards, Ethel
Evans, Melvin
Fowler, Hilda
Haupt, Julia
Horsley, Earl
Hayden, Evelyn
Lampkin, Lemuel
Major, Walter
Adams, William
Carter, LI ill
Carder, Velma
Second Grade
Evans, Grace
Gunderson, John
Gerhart, William
Howard, Ray
Major, Edward
Rudisill, Annie
Roeder, Spafford
Warburton, Lewis
Miles, Elmo
Roeder, Albert
Walker, May
Third Grade
Adams, Levris
Ealey, Richard
Fairfield, Leonard
Maddera, Waverly
Major, Tomie
Mountcastle, Joseph
Nance Lee
Upp, Charles
Adams, Mary
Aigner, Mildred
Haupt, Irene
Hennaman, Edna
Hughes, May
Roeder, Viola
Rudisill, Mary
Adams, Lee
Aigner, Norman
Ammons, Allen
Haden, Russel
Horsley, Stanley
Smith, Lemuel, Jr.
Fourth Grade
Terry, Marion
Upp, Richard
Warriner, St. Clair
Adams, Elma
Christoph, Grace
Crickenberger, Anna L.
Dunn, Rosa Lee
Ladd, Mary
Marston, Nancy
Major, Louise
Miles, Lillian
Rudisill, Bertha
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Eureka Literary Society
Kathryn Waldrep
Robert Fowler
Florence Wray . . .
Buxton Marston
President
. . . Vice-President
. . . Secretary
Treasurer
Curlers
Dorothy Marston President
Hester Lee Brockwell Vice-President
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4-H Club
Ethel Snadecki .
Lavine Hennamen
Randolph Binns
Elizabeth Adams . .
Miss Ella Nance
President
Vice-President
. . Secretary
. Treasurer
Leader
Fun Club
Julia Major
Annie Munden
Cary Waddill . . .
Randolph Binns
President
. . . Vice-President
. . . Secretary
Treasurer
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Gaylon Layfield . . . .
Randolph Rinns .
Louise Adams
Athletic Club
. . . President
Secretary
Treasurer
Tennis Club
. . . . . . . President
. . . Vice-President
. . . Secretary
T reasurer
Dorothy Haupt ........
Lena Parsons .......
Florence Wray ....
Elizabeth Adams .
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Dorothy Saunders, center-, Mildred Haynes, guard-, Beulah Binns, sub\ Olive Parsons, side
center ; Elizabeth Hughes, forward-, Gladys Avery, forward-, Hester Brockwell, sub; Lavine
Hennaman, sub\ Lena Parson, guard.
Girls Basketball Team
Schedule of 1927-28
Highland Springs . . .
Toano
Quinton
. . . . IO
c.
c.
H.
s
S3
Varina
. ... 31
Williamsburg
Varina
Highland Springs . . .
. . . 12
c. c. H. s
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The girls’ basketball team of 1927-28 is a team of which we are proud, defeated only by
hard-fought battles. We owe much of our success to our coach, Miss Chilton, Manager Ruth
Walker, and ex-coach, Mrs. Yates, who is ever ready to advise and to help.
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Players: Robert Fowler, Harrison Nelson, Buxton Marston, Randolph Binns, Colin Vince,
William Barnette, Cary Waddill, Irvin Barnette, John Major, Norman Haynes, Manley
Tunstall, and Gaylon Layfield, Manager.
Basketball Team
Charles City o;
Charles City 20;
Charles City 14;
Varina 36
Highland Springs 18
Quinton 4
Though the basketball season of 1927-28 has not been the most successful that the boys of
Charles City High have experienced, it has been among the most interesting. It has shown as
good sportsmanship as any team with which we have met. As we realize that there are high
moments and low' in life, we are hoping that the defeats of this year may only be stepping-
stones to the victories of the next team.
Thomas Gaylon Layfield, Jr.
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Alumni Notes
Graham Walker
Mary Clark . .
Hazel Parsons .
May Nelson . .
Myrtle Orange
Grace Marable
Class of 1925
At Home
Governess
At Home
At Home
Working
Married D. S. Herrin
. . . Holdcroft, Virginia
. . . Roxbury, Virginia
. . . Holdcroft, Virginia
. . . Holdcroft, Virginia
. . . . Cleveland, Ohio
. Sturgeon Point, Virginia
Fannie Barnett .
Hilda Potts . . .
Agnes Nelson . .
Willie Nelson . .
Lyndia Wilkinson
Fred Bock ....
Nelson Wilkinson
Class of 1926
Sophomore Fredricks State Teachers College
Sophomore .... Harrisonburg State Teachers College
At Home Holdcroft, Virginia
At Home Holdcroft, Virginia
Sophomore Farmville State Teachers College
Freshman V. P. I.
Sophomore V. P. I.
Class of 1927
Lucille Binns At Home
Pocahontas Blayton . . At Home
Lily Clark Business Course . . .
Wilma Clark Music Teacher . . .
Virginia Upp ...... Comptroller Course .
Carrie Yates Bookkeeper
Nimmo Hubbard .... Freshman
Henry Marston .... Course in Telegraphy
Elmo Orange Combined Course . .
Eugene Talley . ... At Home
. . . . Holdcroft, Virginia
. . . Charles City, Virginia
. Smithdeal Business College
. . Charles City, Virginia
. . . . Richmond, Virginia
New York City
William and Mary College
. . . . Roxbury, Virginia
. . Macy Business College
. . . . Roxbury, Virginia
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Beat All Around
GAY LON LAYF/ELD
RUTH WALKER
Host Attractive
CAREY WAD DILL
HELEN SMITH
Best- Workers
GAYLON LAYF/ELD
ETHEL SNA DECK/
Most Popular
COL/N V/A/CE
Most Intellectual
MITCH A EL B/NNS
DORQTH V MARSTON
Most Athletic
ROBERT FOWLER
ELIZABETH HUGHES
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TRUCK DRIVERS OF ’28
Y's and Other Y's
Mrs. Walker (the school nurse) : “Miss Chilton, you are under weight. You
will have to eat more.”
Miss Chilton: “I have been trying for two years. I always eat a big dinner.”
Mrs. Walker: “May I ask what you have for dinner?”
M iss Chilton: “I eat five cents worth of jelly beans and one-half pint of milk.”
Mr. Cox (in Latin class, trying to explain tenses) : “Randolph, what tense is this,
‘I am handsome’?”
Randolph: “Past.”
* * *
M rs. Yates (in Math. Class) : “Irving, if there are Mr. Smith, Mrs. Smith, and
the baby, how many are there in all?”
Irving (after some time) : “There are two and one to carry.”
* * *
Mildred: “My head aches.”
Ethel: “From what?”
Mildred: “From ear to ear.”
* * *
Conductor: “How old is this little girl, madam?”
Louise Adams: “Mother, I’d rather pay my fare and keep my age to myself.”
* * *
Mr. Y ates (after a quarrel) : “I am going to the end of the earth. Good-bye.”
Mrs. Yates: “All right; and while you are there you might get the evening paper
and some canned salmon for supper.”
* * *
Ruth: “Why does Gladys shut her eyes when she sings?”
Elizabeth: “Because she can’t bear to see others suffer.”
* * *
Florence: “Why can a centipede set an altitude record easier than Lindbergh?”
Nannie: “Because a centipede has to go up only an inch to be one hundred feet off
the ground.”
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Clara (taking up a book entitled “For Feeding Babies,” biting off one corner) :
“Mother, if you feed this to Evelyn, no wonder she cries all the time.”
Bill: “Randolph, do you know what has been holding up the new Fords?”
Randolph: “No, what?”
Bill: “Wheels, of course?”
Miss Booker: “Norman, what is the difference between conscious and unconscious?”
Norman: “If you were to tell a girl she was pretty, you would be conscious; but if
you were to tell her she was ugly, you would soon be unconscious.”
Elizabeth Hughes: “What a pity my best friend can’t swim!”
Ruth: “I can swim. Am I not your best friend?”
Elizabeth H.: “No; papa’s Chevrolet is my best friend.”
Kathryn Waldrep: “What are the seven ages of woman?”
Emily Binns: “The Infant, the Little Girl, the Miss, the Young Woman, the
Young Woman, the Young Woman, the Young Woman.”
M iss Booker: “Raise that window, or I will suffocate.”
M iss Chilton: “If you raise that window, I’ll freez.”
Conductor (to porter, after listening to the two dispute and argue for some time
as to whether the window should be raised or not) : “Raise that window and that
will freeze one, and then lower it and that will suffocate the other, and then we will
have peace on the train.”
Julia Major: “What do you mean by eatitng that box of candy Roy Cecil gave me
for a Christmas present?”
Mr. Major (her father) : “Well, you set the box on the table and then went rid-
ing with Roy, so I thought you would get plenty of ‘sweetness’ then.”
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Calendar, 1927-1928
SEPTEMBER
8 — School opens, and everyone settles down to hard work,
28-29 — Holidays for county fair.
OCTOBER
4 — Mrs. Arthur Copeland, former teacher, visits us.
5 — Rev. Cary Montague gives interesting talk.
7 — Everyone enjoys holiday for state fair.
10 — Election of Senior Class officers.
18 — The annual staff was made known, and officers put to work.
25 — Rev. Mr. Ogden spends a part of the day at school.
31 — Halloween party.
NOVEMBER
11 — Miss A. Douthit, Mrs. Mary Tyler, Rev. Abner Robertson, Dr. Green Boughman, and W. J.
Cox gave talks on the work of the Red Cross.
22 - The girls’ basketball team wins over Toana girls, 24-15.
23- 25 — Holidays for Thanksgiving. Everyone had an enjoyable time.
DECEMBER
1-8 — Miss Chilton absent on account of sickness.
9 — Charles City girls won basketball game with Quinton, score being 53-10.
16 — Minstrel by the Suwanee River Club.
22 — Christmas holidays began.
JANUARY
3 — Everyone returns with a sigh.
10 — Everyone studying hard for exams. For example, Dorothy Marston.
21 — Miss Booker has pleurisy. Rev. J. L. Waldrep acts as substitute.
24- 27 — Examinations.
FEBRUARY
3 — County nurse, Mrs. Walker, arrives.
14 — Mrs. Snadecki entertained the seniors and escorts.
16 — School has Valentine entertainment.
20 — The nurse warns everyone of measles.
22 — Annual pictures taken.
24 — Entertainment by Fairmont Glee Club.
MARCH
1 — Measles rage on.
2— -Miss Chilton has as her visitor, Miss Dorothy Knibb.
7 — Senior English class visits News Leader plant and State Library, Richmond, Virginia.
23 — Play by Varina troupe, “Oh Kay.”
APRIL
3— — -Debate by English class, '‘Resolved, That Capital Punishment Should Be Abolished in
Virginia.”
5— Boys’ baseball team loses to Williamsburg, 11-10.
6- 10 — Easter holidays.
13 — Entertainment, “An Evening in Ole Virginia.”
20 — Holiday. Teachers’ meeting at Williamsburg.
25— Entertainment by the Royal Duo.
MAY
1 — -Charles Citian goes to press.
3- — Five-point certificates awarded. Seventy-one children receive these.
8— Juniors entertained seniors.
16 — History III class visits Jamestown and Williamsburg.
21- — -Senior exams. Everyone upset.
27 — Baccalaureate sermon by Rev. Abner Robertson.
28 — Week of exams.
31 — Grade entertainment.
JUNE
1— Commencement exercises.
2— Peace at last.
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