This is an original 1939 edition of The Boomer yearbook from El Reno High School and El Reno Junior College in El Reno, Oklahoma. Published just before World War II, this book captures student life, academics, athletics, and community culture in a small American town on the brink of major global change.
Yearbooks from this pre-WWII era are increasingly collectible due to their historical significance, showcasing a generation that would soon be impacted by wartime service and the home-front effort.
Key Details
Title: The Boomer
Year: 1939 (Pre-World War II)
School: El Reno High School & Junior College
Location: El Reno, Oklahoma (Canadian County)
Format: Hardcover bound yearbook
Contents include student portraits, faculty, clubs, sports, school activities, and local culture
Why This Yearbook Is Collectible
Pre-WWII American history — documents student life immediately before U.S. involvement in World War II
Combines high school and junior college content
Desirable for WWII collectors, genealogy researchers, Oklahoma history collectors, and Americana enthusiasts
Much broader appeal than just local interest due to its historical timeframe
This is a strong example of a late-1930s American school annual, preserved far better than most surviving copies from this era.
Condition Description
Preowned in excellent vintage condition. The yearbook is structurally sound with a tight binding and intact pages. Covers and interior pages show minimal wear consistent with age. No loose pages or major damage noted. Overall, a very well-preserved example. Please see photos for exact condition details.
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