Your City or Town? Madisonville, texas Comments: The Caroline Belvin Literary Society/ Alpha Delta Phi, is attempting to locate a classmate Who attended Sam Houston State Teachers College, now Sam Houston State University, in 1957 and 1958, probably graduated in 1958. Her name Was Rheau Nell Duncan then. She attended Adamson High School prior to those dates and sang in a choir, or chorus. We are planning a reunion of members who attended Sam Houston in the fifties who belonged to either of the aforementioned sororities. Can you help in any way? Perhaps you have an address, and can let her know that we would like to contact her. Please contact me at the above email if you can be of assistance. Thank you sincerely. Gwen Goolsby Hendrix, class of '57 Sam Houston State teachers College.
Your City or Town? Enid, Oklahoma Comments: Right now, I plan to attend the all-alumni reunion again this year. I want to see some old friends, feel the spirit of years past and see the progress on the new school and campus. Jean, it was great to see you at the reunion last year and I am sorry you will not be there this year. You were always such a "doer" during our high school years, and you still are! Norman Grey "64" "There'll be no more like 64!"
Your City or Town? Plano, TX Comments:
Your City or Town? Enid, Oklahoma Comments: I like Mr. Miller's ideas as a central focus. Is there already an Oak Cliff Museum? If there is not, maybe we could get other groups interested, such as the Oak Cliff Chamber of Commerce. I could envision having substantial space for an Adamson Museum and maybe alumni from other Oak Cliff High Schools would also be interested in putting a Museum in concerning their schools as well. In other words, make it an Oak Cliff project headed up by the Adamson Alumni Association. Maybe I dream too big, but it might be a better way to raise substantial funds. Perhaps, if we could show a sustantial likelihood the project was big enough and had a credible pathway for success, DISD would just deed our Association the property or, maybe, they would to kick in substantial funds to support the project? Sometimes you can get substantial donations if you put a donor's name on some portion of the project to acknowledge their gift, etc. Just some ideas.....Norman Grey '64
Your City or Town? Grand Prairie TX Comments: With the passing of our dear classmate and friend, Dale McCaffity, we are reminded that it becomes even more important to cherish old friends. June and I will be out of town in April but I encourage everyone to attend the Annual Alumni Reunion on April 28th. What better place to gather than the halls at Adamson. Hugs to all, Jean (June) Wilson
Your City or Town? Overton, TX Comments: Am so sorry to hear of Dale's passing; we had a lot of fun with both Shirley and Dale. They were such a great couple and my heart goes out to her and their family.
Your City or Town? Plano, TX Comments:
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Fortunately Wanda Osbirn saw the note in the newspaper. Use the link below for his obituary and picture. The notice was also in the Sunday, Dallas Morning News.
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Your City or Town? San Antonio Comments: Today I was joined by Minnie Busby('59), Dottie Herrmann Wiley('66) and Lyndon "Dad" Hood ('63) as we signed and placed a hard bound copy of OAK CLIFF BOYS 1957-68 in the Adamson library. Adamson Alumni are encouraged to stop in and sign the book when they visit the school, especially if you are in OCB via photos and/or memory pages; however ALL ARE INVITED TO SIGN THE BOOK. Adamson librarian Glenda Wells said the book would remain in reserve area of library and available on request at the library desk to sign. She added "the idea of signatures will personalize the book for future students who want to see what life was like in Oak Cliff in 50s & 60s." Ms Wells will also provide the book for additional signatures at the Adamson All Class Reunion Saturday April 28th event. ENJOY LEOPARD ALUMNI!
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Your City or Town? Austin Texas Comments: I just want to report that I have had some very positive email discussions with John Ruiz and Lon Oakley regarding the proposal to re-purpose the now historical Adamson building (1/11/2012). I really didn't expect to get responses much less those of a positive nature. I now understand that the main impediment to that effort is the lack of cooperation and absence of planning by the DISD. I'm not surprised since DISD lost the fight to have the facility demolished. And with Historical designation that is now impossible. Since DISD is a political body, the only avenue available to former Adamson students is to seek media attention to shine a light on the needs of the Adamson community that could be met with the facility and the lack of interest shown by DISD. I would enjoy hearing from anyone interested in this and your ideas on how we can motivate DISD to (a) make plans for the building's future use and (b) inclusion of former students and graduates in the development and implementation of those plans.
Your City or Town? Dallas Comments: Lon: FYI, I told librarian Glenda Wells yesterday that I would deliver the hardback copy of Oak Cliff Boys, which has been in my posession since last April, sometime this week. My apologies for not having delivered the book sooner, but she is excited to have it in the library and would be thrilled to have you autograph it during your next visit to the school. John Ruiz
Your City or Town? Dallas Comments: I had the pleasure of visiting with Ms. Glenda Wells, the current AHS librarian, on Monday the 9th, and let me just say that I am proud to announce to all alums that the Adamson library is in very good hands with Ms Wells at the helm, and has been since her arrival over twenty years ago. Lon Oakley and the Alumni Association presented a $5000 check to the school library during last year's annual spring reunion, and Ms. Wells has made some very useful and necessary purchases with the money. She showed off a new printer/copier machine, and additional audio visual equipment along with a new digital camera she purchased recently, all the while beeming like a kid on Christmas morning. These are all items which would have never been attainable without the generous donation derived from the book sales of Oak Cliff Boys by Lon Oakley. She added that she has plans to use the other half of the remaining funds to purchase books that have been on her wish list for some time now, and that they will grace the shelves of the library at the new Adamson building. The current student body is very lucky to have such a dedicated and hard working librarian and should take advantage of her willingness to help all students reach their educational goals. Alums should feel free to stop by the school and pay Ms Wells a visit, to witness firsthand her passion and high esteem for preserving and carrying forth the proud history and achievement Adamson has stood for over the last hundred years. John Ruiz('67)Adamson Alumni Association President
Your City or Town? Dallas (OakCliff), Texas Comments: Plan now to be in Oak Cliff SURPRISES
consider joining the Alumni Association. you want to volunteer. Strictly volunteer.
Your City or Town? Austin Texas Comments: I have just received the January Alumni Acorn and it states that the Dallas School district has not shared its plans for future use of the now Historic Adamson structure. In my many years since graduation in 1954, one of the hobbies I have participated in is music and promotional/presentation venues. The biggest problem I have observed is securing a 500-1000 person venue at a resonable rental fee. Most churches have now become commercial in renting space and they price most events out of range of small groups (one church here in Austin even doubles as a secular performance venue). My proposal is to designate Adamson as a Community Center and Performing Arts venue with resonable prices for legitimate organizations. I would further propose that a non-profit foundation be set up to raise funds to refrubish the building interior, especially the auditorium's balcony and inclusion of a professional sound system, the gym and rooms that could be used for group meetings and/or seminars. Of course, rehibilitation of one or more rooms to house the Adamson Museum would be a top priority. I would be interested in communicating with those who would support such a plan. Since this editor doesn't offer a spell-check, please excuse the mistakes as my typing isn't the greatest.  =>SPELLCHECKER IS AT BOTTOM RIGHT
Your City or Town? San Antonio, TX Comments: Mary Pat, Thanks so much for the great endorsement of Oak Cliff Boys. You have special children for sure! I can't tell you how many stories like yours that I have had the pleasure to receive. Hell, I could write another book just on those comments. In short, I am so thankful for the quality classmates from Big A that continue to take the time to make this book such a success...just wish it could have had time to expand the input ten fold. NOTE: A special thanks again to the 1963 and 1964 classes for mentoring me into what I became....it did not go unappreciated. Hope to see you at All Class Reunion this April. GOD SPEED Crazy Lon Oakley Class of '65
Comments: Hello. I am a Junior at Adamson High School. You know what would be really cool, since we're getting the new Adamson building next year, to get a new Leopard statue. The one in front of the cafeteria is a little old, and a new one would look great. 
Your City or Town? Lewisville Texas Comments: I wanted to see if anyone had heard from Earline Pearson class of 1969.
Your City or Town? Dallas (Oak Cliff), Texas USA Comments: Kick Off 2012 ALL-CLASS REUNION Weekend
April 27, 2012 Golf Tournament
NEWS!!! GOLF TOURNEY RETURNS TO STEVENS PARK NEWS!!! Stevens Park Golf Course will host the Adamson Alumni Golf Tournament this spring. Held annually on the Friday preceding the All-Class Reunion of the association the tournament will return to the newly-renovated course this spring, according to Rod McFarland, director of the event. “After this improvement and because of the course’s long-time association with the tournament, Stevens was selected for the site for Friday, April 27,” McFarland added. “The redesign will offer a fun time for the golfers this spring,” he said. Details and entry forms for the annual event will be included in the next issue of the Alumni Acorn. Stevens Park recently reopened after a 10 month-long $7.9 million major renovation which improved its fairways and greens. The course was re-sodded and regraded, and a new irrigation system was added. More than 900 trees were also planted. The construction also included erosion control for Coombs Creek which flows through the links. Highlights of the project include a complete redesign of 18 holes with new tee boxes, fairways, greens, and 38 new sand bunkers. An additional length of 500 yards was added to the golf course, as well. The new design features Mini Verde greens, Premier Tif fairways, Tifton 10 rough grass and expanded practice area. The new irrigation system uses recycled water and other improvements include new maintenance facilities including a cart barn, and 1.5 acres of garden areas throughout the golf course and neighborhood. Rod McFarland (rodmcfarlandenterprises@gmail.com) or post here.
Your City or Town? Enid, Oklahoma Comments: Lon: What we can't use "our" old auditorium after next year? I'm marking the date for the next all alumni reunion and am planning on making the trek from Enid!
Your City or Town? San Antonio, Texas Comments: Please pass the word....Adamson All Class reunion is Saturday 4/28/12....IT WILL BE LAST ONE IN "OUR AUDITORIUM" IN "OUR SCHOOL" (New Adamson opens next Fall.) Let's tell all classmates try to pack the place with former Leopards and take one last stroll down memory lane! Calling all 'Leopardettes....the guys wanna see you again!!!! (Smiles) Also, please remember Adamson Alumni Association has copies of OAK CLIFF BOYS 1957-68 available for purchase at the school or by contacting AAA President John Ruiz at jlruiz@hotmail.com We gave $5,000 to library from sales proceeds last April. GREAT STOCKING STUFFERS HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR! "WE ARE STILL ALIVE FROM '65" Lon
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