Editor’s note: This is the start of a new series, with every installment, we’ll look back chronologically at every Reitz game, starting at the beginning. I want to continue to document the school’s football history as much as possible. This will take lots of research and time, and I need your help to do it. …
Tag: 1918
Apr 01
Reitz opened in 1916? New evidence puts 100-year celebration plans up in air
While preparing for the 100-year anniversary of F.J. Reitz High School, lots of research has gone into documenting the school’s history. However, the discovery of a yearbook from 1916 has suddenly soured centennial celebrations. The yearbook was recently found by Mike Whicker, a local author who is a former Panther football coach and teacher. “If …