Back in 1954 the Andy and Ruby Hancock family were still living in Clay Springs, AZ. Two of their youngsters Beverly and Dale were about 12 and 11 years old. As usual, Dale, who claims it was always three older girls against one boy, did something which deserved retribution. Interestingly, both Beverly and Dale deny knowing what really caused the disturbance. However this time, there seems to be no doubt, Dale had really done something to upset Beverly. She grabbed the first thing she could get ahold of, and with her best effort she threw a shoe at his head. In a natural, defensive move, Dale dodged the incoming missal. The shoe flew past Dale and broke the window behind him.
I have been in similar situations enough to know the gut wrenching, sinking, woe and despair, feeling a youngster may git down deep inside when such a thing happens. The suffering before the folks arrived home had to be extreme.
When Dad and Mom arrived home they asked, "What happened to the window?" In an attempt to pass the blame, Dale pointed at Beverly, and she blurted out "Well, he ducked"!
