Columbus Senior High School Class of 1957.

[David Sechrest]

On April 28th, RER said:
"the Maple Street Gym was full capacity of fans and more at times. The Gym holds 7,500 seats and many stood up because of the lack of seats during the good teams. Today, and even when Bill Stearman was alive the school was lucky to get 500 fans to attend."

Bob, the game I attended a couple of years ago was nothing compared to what it was like back when both of us went to school.

It's so different these days, what with the gym being two gyms now. I guess that just goes to show you how the crowds have dwindled...

By the way, when I mentioned "old" people in my post in the 1965 Map Contest Thread, I was talking about those that have passed on and are no longer with us.

[RER]

I Was Reading The Commons Mall Statement

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It's funny how history sometimes seems to be a subject of "old" people and places.

[richard]

Another in the series of ads from the Columbus Senior High School 1957 Log.

[Jim Loesch]

Richard -
In case you didn't know who the driver and passenger are, that's my wife Gayle McMahan Loesch behind the wheel, with her best friend, Shirley Neville Brown.
Jim

[havoline]

The rolling Bulldog head (which I think is still being used at Columbus North basketball games) was originally on a "Pioneer Days" float sponsored by either Arvins or Hamilton Cosco.

- Jim Hinds

[RER]

Rolling Bulldog

Ref: Jim Hinds

The rolling Bulldog head (which I think is still being used at Columbus North basketball games) was originally on a "Pioneer Days" float sponsored by either Arvins or Hamilton Cosco.

Hi Jim'

Thank you for the information about the old rolling dog. I had no idea that it came from a float. That is interesting and furthermore you said it may still be sleeping in the Maple Street Gym. I do know it has had a few face lifts many years ago since it's introduction to the school. The question now is who built it and how many folks were involved? Also, is it still within the locked cage at the Gym? I guess if someone called the school reception desk they probably would know the answer.

Again Jim, thank you for the update of the 52 year old dog and I am happy to learn that maybe he isn't in the dog pound.

Bob

[Margo CHS Class of 55]

The Rolling Bulldog was built by Gordon Huckaby CHS Class of '54.
If you wish more information about Gordon please go to the Obituary folder and look him up. He passed away last year and I was honored to attend his funeral. I met his brother and we reminisced about him building the Bulldog out of paper machie' and chicken wire.
Gordon was a shy, freckled face kid with huge eyeglasses. He had an incredible talent for art and thrived under Karl McCan.
I hope the Historical Society is planning on displaying it at the "Last Dance".
I know we used it during the 1954and 55 Basket ball seasons at the New Gym, while I was in High School.
How long after that I do not know. However, I learned from Gordon's brother that it was patched many ,many times so that it could "roll out" to a lot of basketball games.

[Babs]

Thanks Margo,
Now at least we know who made the rolling bulldog and just when it came in to being.

It would be great if it is still around and the BCHS could dig it out and display it at The Last Dance, wouldn't it?

If you don't mind Margo, I may copy your post and send it to Michele at BCHS and see how she feels about this very thing.

So one shy kid made the whole thing? That is incredible! :-)

[RER]

CHS Rolling Bulldog History Complete (Maybe)

Ref: Margo's Comment

The Rolling Bulldog was built by Gordon Huckaby CHS Class of '54.

Good summary Margo! You put the final tip on the history of the the rolling dog. Jim Hinds revealed that it was displayed on a early parade float. Then you added the creator and it's transport to the Maple Street Gym. Gordon Huckaby was truly a good artist as I recall. Gordon picture painted many business windows downtown Washington Street during Christmas in the early 1950s. Good info Margo !!

I live on the East Coast and calling would be long distance. Would someone please call the Columbus North High School to see if the "Rolling Bulldog"is in his Gym cage today ? Then the "Maybe" of the history is complete.

Babs has a great idea for all that will attend the "Sock Dance" at the Pearl Street Gym in May 2007.

Gordon Huckaby 1954

Creator of The "Rolling Bulldog"

Bob

[richard]

Here is another ad from the Columbus Senior High School 1957 Log.

[Babs]

FYI: I called North High School this morning, was connected to the Athletic Director and she informed me that "Yes, the rolling bulldog is still in existence". It sets in the Maple Street entrance to the North gym where I gather it has been for many years.

So, now the story is complete!

[RER]

Rolling Bell, Rolling Bulldog and Senior Cords Summary
This is consolidated information after several members submitted comments and their research inputs. It is brought together for the 1957 CHS Class Reunion July 7, 2007 and any classes thereafter. Thanks is given to the board members that were involved.


The Rolling CHS Victory Bell: Built and donated by the CHS Class of 1957.


Class of 57 Donation

The Rolling CHS Bulldog: [/color] Built by the Class of 1954. The talented student artist named Gordon Huckaby designed it and built it with chicken wire, boards, paper machie, paint and roller wheels for mobility. Before introduction in the Maple Street Gym during 1954-1955 it was used in the Columbus Pioneer Parade on a float. The dog has had many face-lifts and paint makeups over the years. At the present age of 53 the rolling dog has made it's mark on Columbus High School history.

Class of 54 Gordon Huckaby

Senior Cords History: The Senior Cords skirts and men's pants started during the Classes of 1954-1955 and ended around 1969. The tradition was popular among many high schools throughout the state of Indiana. The tradition was that a Junior could only wear his or hers on the last day of their Junior year as the seniors were departing. Of course they wore them if they had them ready for that day. The next year the tradition was to wear them on Fridays of each week, but many wore them daily. Some students refused to wash them much, but that is another story. The material referred to as "cords" was corduroy, which is a heavy ribbed fabric. The color utilized was light yellow. The tradition is no longer with the schools but was a different tradition that most enjoyed.

Picture Class of 57

Thanks Given: To Babs, Nanc, Margo, Richard, Jim Hinds and other friends for helping piece the puzzle together. Hedy George the present Athletic Director at CHS says the rolling Bulldog is still used and caged up for protection. It is located at the right entrance of the Maple Street Gym.


Bob

[richard]

This is the last of the ads I’ll post from the Columbus Senior High School 1957 Log.

[cheryl magers]

Art said:

Our current (tentative?) plans for reunion weekend are:

a) Friday, July 6th, 5-10 P.M. Marriott Courtyard Motel informal social gathering. We provide chips, pretzels and dip, cash bar @ motel.

b) Saturday, July 7th, afternoon, HLCC pool and lounge open to classmates. Beer, soft drinks, snacks available in the lounge. Decorating will run concurrent with this social time.

c) Saturday, July 7th, 5-11:00 P.M. Social hour and dinner. Menu as per 12/7/06 minutes. No formal entertainment.

d) Sunday, July 8th, Golf if we find enough at the night session that want to play.

Do you have David Cook on that list?
if not I have his address.