Fruita High School - Wildcat Yearbook (Fruita, CO)

Text from Pages 1 - 248 of the 1968 volume:

A Publication of Fruita High School Syd O'Connor Editor-in-chief Walden H. George Principal Charles Everett Assistant Principal David Cromie Publications Adviser THE Wildcat NINETEEN HUNDRED SIXTY EIGHT Year of the Wildcat: School Life Page 4 Wildcats in the Limelight .... 18 Sports 54 Organizations 98 Seniors 156 Juniors 174 2 Looking Back Autumn came, golden in the afternoon: winter's silver-blue nights followed as day piled upon day until the lilacs bloomed. Count-down! Forty-nine, forty-eight graduation, goodbyes, then summer. What happened as time ran swiftly through the land of the Wildcat in 1968? This record of a year attempts to stop time, to halt its rapid race through eterni- ty. and to examine in close perspective the intense vitality of an academic community caught up in a dead heat with the clock. It is a human record, filled, we hope, with the passion of living, with the joy of anticipa- tion, with excitement, relief, gratitude yes, even with boredom and great, bound- less sorrow. We were never coldly placid: we were not content; we were never re- stricted by inertia. In short, we lived! And we reached for those impossible stars. That is worth telling about. What were they like, those days of fire and ice? We of the Wildcat staff have tried to preserve the hours honestly, because it is important to tell it like it was, baby. We were there when band and Pep Club uniforms shrank in Rifle, when Mr. John Lemcke prodded Sharon Myers to the blackboard with, What's the matter, got a hole in your dress? We were there when Jeri Andersen missed her chair at play practice and when Norman Vincent blew his cork in chemis- try. We focused on the laughter and the agony as Wildcats reached for impossible stars and were amazed to find achievement Index .............................232 3 School Life A Shoot-out At the Candy Shoppe Q cniors in hebruary began counting days until graduation. Some faithfully circled numbers on 'sweat sheet calendars taped inside locker doors; others, through an uncanny sixth sense, knew to the minute how much time remained. Yet the end of May seemed vague, far off. so upperclassmen aimed first at 'staying with it' until May 9. Sneak Day. A bus conflict resulted in Kruita’s having to move the traditional 'day away’ to May 16, and the hours seemed endless again. Never lacking for resourceful- ness, seniors threw themselves into the intriguing task of planning parties. Lying on the spring lawn at lunch, they planned parties for the evening before Sneak Day. Walking down the halls between classes, they pooled ideas for parties the day after Sneak Day. And on Sneak Day. they made elaborate prepa- rations for parties following graduation. But waiting for the 3:0$ buses was often the best part of any day. although snowing substitute teachers was a kick. too. In spite of the fact that seniors wore an outward mask of lassitude, members of the Class of '68 gar- nered more scholarships and scholastic laurels than other class in the history of Wildcat academic essays. Jim Carlucci. Dick Reed and Roy Bailey, lop. reveled in the plight of a hapless initiate break- ing into F-Club by breaking raw eggs Diana Collins. Laura Musselman. Lleanor Rodriquez. Ruby Russell. Pam Baker. Jackie Guccini. Barb Hill. Linda Davis. Paula Kochcvar. Jackie Huskey and Gayle Bumger stood for a kick-ofT. Duane White and Stan ko iol both loved a good rib-tickler between classes. r 6 Sophomores, always ready for a rhubarb, met in April to hassle over class ring styles. Surrounded by considerable debate, the issue served to involve class members more intently than any business since homecoming. Larry Reed, left, along with Jim Stockert, Mike Moon and Frank Dockery, added sparks to an already firey dialogue. Principal Walden H. George dropped by to watch the youngest class in action. Where The Action Was Muted Lockers Stuffed With Homework, Secret Notes, Sweat Sox and Old Bananas Listened And Never Blabbed Mulling over a 67 Wildcat, beaming Lcnnie Rich and Harry Oliver recalled familiar faces from out of the past during a hallway exchange muffled in mellow laughter. The year was a never-ending cycle of sur- prise, scholasticism and the pleasure of being with friends. It was friends, in fact, who threw Kathy Kochcvar into the library following a Science Club meeting, and friends laughed when Karen Case caught her nose in the trampoline. Friends were great in 68. ountiful strains of soul danced down hallways even climbed the walls and the best in beat, amplified and painted mellow, emitted from the sensitive syncopation of “Just Us.“ Mickey Cox, a vital sound with the quartet, warmed for his Stunt Night stint. Vicky Carnal helped present the colors at Colorado’s Western Slope mat tourney. Also on hand for a look at Wildcat wrestling prowess were Sheryl Arbogast. Mary Kay Mogensen, Paula Kochevar and Paulic Snook. Mr. Marion Lil- tlepage held court with Tom Cronk and Kent Tompkins during net practice. Trudy Clark and Janice Baker stocked up for a bit- ter cold second half in November. Executives Tom Warren. Tom Cronk and Barb Hill hawked goodies at the council candy store. A doggie found Donna Raff. Ray Ball grinned and bore it during F-Club initiation; Larry Schavc and Mike Lehmann cleaned up the field. Dennis Rethcrford. Jeanne Heiny, Gene Shaw and Mickey Cox broke loose with sound and song while Mike Lehmann broke eggs in the halls. 8 raftsnanship in theatrical make-up provided a refreshing pace change for speech enthusiasts Yvonne Bunnell, Mary Bennett and Peggy Puls. Bryan Beck, state Honor Band musician, searched for a sandwich left in his French horn during band class. Yvonne Brow- nell and Bob Mueford shared a program at the slope wrestling con- tests. Rhondy Groves chatted idljf in the halls while Robert Etchcv- erry, a P.E. assistant, talked sports in the gym. Faye Kelley dreamed of her travels to play with the Western State College Honor Band, and Trent Spradling focused his attention on the warming weather out-of-doors. Linda Meinsen and Ruby Russell heard someone had turned mice into the tournament bleachers. Larry Stutlcr, Dennis Retherford, Mary Bennett and Glenn Erk- man rehearsed for Romanoff and Juliet. Ray Chesney and Marie Downs argued over a stray bundle of fur. Faye Kelley, Joe Orr and Joyc Shaw readied for honor band trials. Linda Guccini and Linda Meinsen swapped photos; Glenn Ross and Janice Bristol reflected mat action with somber expressions. Kathy McIntyre showed German Class how to salute in any language. 9 Weary from books and bookkeeping, sophomore class treasurer Tom Sommervillc snatched 40 winks in third hour study hall. Varsity gridster Wayne Schafer. J-V hoopman Bob Davis and Don Murray, active in Spanish Club, saw visions of up-coming tests in their dreams and shooed sleep away. We Found Time for All Things Underclassmen Gene Miles and Ray Ball gracefully performed in circus style for a crowd of hecklers dur- ing the January F-Club initiation of candidates. Gene earned his invitation to the elite organization work- ing out at guard with the Wildcat eleven: Ray hov- ered over the pigskin in the tricky center spot. 13 eforc seniors of the graduating class of ‘68 marched to the strains of Pomp and Circumstance in their formal farewell. Wildcats in a myriad different areas had carried the blue and white Fruita banners before the applause of countless thousands through- out Colorado. Our days were filled with things doing and jobs done; 68 was the year of the happening with a purpose. Bryan Beck, top right, won a chair with the All-state Purple Honor Band, a recognition re- served for a select few. Greg Brown made waves with the rain-wet football squad. Dennis Rcthcrford was among the first to answer the call for weight lifters to work out with a new organization. Draped with an onion amulet and trousers inside-out. F-Club initiate Crawford Clements pushed a pencil down the hall with his nose wherever Wildcats went, they went in style. Vicky Carnal lived it up at the Brown Palace Hotel where she received the Colorado Press Asso- ciation's award for general excellence in Class I school newspapers. Mr. John Jameson. CPA Educa- tion Committee Chairman presented the award to The Wildcat's Beat editor. II F 1— levating an injured leg. songbird Yvonne Brownell gave her vocal chords a rest at Swing Choir rehearsal, a weekly Thursday night affair, top. left. Pepsters, on the other hand, were never quiet not even in class. The cheering gallery, above, right, rooted for a win over Hotchkiss. Attentive Kathy Buhler. right, waited for a ride home and kept an ear tuned to the chit-chat while Jo Adair Welch tried to convince the office that she had not been late to class. Larry Reed staggered under the ponderous load of hefty upperclassman Gerald Clawson during F-Club’s initiation, and Vicky Carnal mirrored the “What? Me Worry'?” philosophy of the senior class. Donna Barbee and Mary Lou Beebe were apprehensive at the mat tour- ney; Kris Keith and Frank Fry compared notes in study hall, and Chuck Greager jumped out of the woodwork to steal the scene from Julianne Moore and Linda Guccini. Kirk Monger and Mike Moon packed up Fruita's mat gear. 12 p X crched in the bleachers. Norman Vincent watched his mat- mates hold tight to second spot at the Western Slope Wrestle- offs. Syd O'Connor wondered why Linda Guccini was so ecstat- ic; Jeanne Heiny wondered why Syd didn't watch the action to find out. Patty Maluy. left, paused in the hall to brush a stray wisp of hair and mull over the up-coming class work. In the spring diamond aces Kris Keith. Dennis Price. Dick Reed. Ed- die Serrano, Larry Reed. Tom Warren, Ray Ball and Lcs Smith fired the old apple; someone had forgotten to bring out the bats. Gourmet Glenn Erkman beamed after downing two milks, then he settled down to eat. Sheryl Arbogast riveted her attention to the action at the tourney. Bryan Beck expounded the virtues of music while Tom Cronk seemed doubtful that Tim Tomlinson could navigate the crowded halls. Linda Mcinscn had a ball at the Sweethearts' Ball, and Harry Oliver blew his horn but not hiscool as he aided with Stunt Night. 13 Atop a Paunch of Talked of Snow soggy it fell on the moaning's blues and our world sparkled Winter was a ball Pillows, Santa At last it came the snow, ankle deep and splatter- ing wet; it was beautiful! In a season gla cd frothy white. Fruita's winter was a big. red apple. It was the best of times. While Kenny Miller traced silent hearts across the campus with his toe. girls, armed with per- fumed lemons, matched squirt-for-squirt the water pistols wielded by sophomore badmen of the buses. Days began dark, wc kicked through the snow, be- tween the fog. and sighted on the eerie glow of streetlights laughing at our efforts to look awake. By 7:30. warmed with hallway chatter, we were off-and- running toward 3:05. toward gab sessions at the Can- dy Shoppe. Later there would be Science Club and a moonlight stroll—on the roof! Pep Club trips, class meetings, last-minute study as buses jogged schoolward these were the sugar coat- ing of our days. It was difficult to be at four activities simultaneously. Dennis Retherford, Jeanne Heiny. Gene Saw and Mickey Cox. the 'Just Us exponents of soul, crammed rehearsal into a hectic schedule preparing for Stunt Night. 14 Dapper Roy Bailey, coaxed into a mock bat- tle with snowballing dead-eyes Donna Barbee and Juliannc Moore, finished last when the girls decided to put some spice in the ice. Roy excelled on the hardwood court and at playing ‘King of the Mountain’ with other leltermen for the stone thrones along the ramps. Senior Joe Al Carbajal and junior Joann Jac- quez dipped into the romance of February to splash a dazzling display of red and white hearts across the bulletin board in room 103. Within a week’s time, the board was crowded with chalked initials. A wistful Santa. Mr. Charles Everett, art- fully sagging with pillow packing, made the holiday season memorable with his gracious good humor. Voicing everyone's desire for snow, he wore a dismayed face when the ear- ly days of December remained, of all things, warm, sunny and dry! 15 Overcast skies, rain, and wind presented no ob- stacle to seniors who piled into buses for the tra- ditional Sneak Day outing at Glcnwood Springs. Originally scheduled for the first week in May, Sneak Day finally arrived May 16 after several attempts to find the right day. Seniors Ignored Wintry Weather On Sneak Day Jared Thompson and Bob Garlitz, top, left, dominated the pool momentarily; then Ter- ry McLaughlin and Joe Al Carbajal, center, top, splashed away. That's Naomi Oliver on the slide; Mike Cole and Jerry Cox areal far left; Anne Mosher, Signa Larralde, Judy Smith, and Naomi. 16 iS lowly spring days of 1968 drifted by through prom night into the last, golden hours gradu- ation. Juniors toiled until just minutes before upperclassmen of both classes meandered back to the school, their elegantly dressed dates elated with dreams of dancing through the midnight hours toward two. Under a maze of decorations focused upon the senior motto: “Reach the Impossible Star,” juniors saluted graduates with a formal gala following a feast of culinary de- lights. Beaming through it all was Trudy Clark, top, left, an exquisitely coiffured graduate-to- be. Three senior officers. Naomi Oliver. Ken Miller and Clarence Ross, top, right, occupied the head table at the banquet; Eddie White sat down the row a few plates. Finally, it was time to graduate. Chuck Rader, center, left, was ready; the Mixed Choir performed, as did Carol Fry and the band, above. Donna Raff and Eleanor Rodrequcz were among the usherettes; Paul Smith, with Patti Combs, was determined to show up for the ceremonies and a diploma. Linda Guccini and Juliannc Moore were ecstatic. 17 Outstanding A thietes Loaded With Trophies, Lauded |JkVith Applause And A Coach's Tribute Baseball Tom Warren, veteran eager and three-year diamond ace. received Fruita's accolades as Coach Marion Littlepage dubbed him the outstanding player among the Cats-at-bat. Warren hustled through the season between second and third sacks where his dexterity as a sure-footed shortstop matched his keen- eyed timing with the wood in hand. Basketball Chuck Grcager held undisputed claim to bas- ketball’s crown. In game after game he reckoned the contested apple through nets with uncanny regularity. At close of his final season with the Blue and W hite he again stood at the apex of league scoring with an average of 23 points a game Coach Lowry Bishop cit- ed Greager 20 Football, Wrestling Clarence Ross, the sportsman's athlete, dou- bled his treasure with two gold trophies. Ross, an all-conference tackle with the pigskin elev- en. was named outstanding football player by Coach Gerald Zybura. Coach Jack Pollock said 138-pounder Ross was also Fruita's finest wrestler. The state champ was undefeated in mat contests in 1968. 21 A Royal Court — Sceptered, Crowned By Future Farmers Queen Linda Guccini Neta Young, Junior Attendant Kathy Marinelli, Sophomore A ttendant C heri Fry, Freshman A t tendant y Senior Royalty ‘Neath the ‘Impossible Star' Karla Woynowskie Wildcat, They lived and worked in the spirit of a school dedicated to the best of tradition linked with a continuing growth. Standout students provided lead- ership in a daily example of what Fruita High School held up with limitless pride academic excellence, integrity in human relations. I n September we hailed John Orr, “A” all the way. ultimately co-valedictorian, winner of a Nation- al Merit Scholarship, set sights on Amherst College and a degree in English and philosophy. President of National Honor Society, German Club and FTA, vice-president of Science Club, John was a three-year grid ace and ski buff. Fruita’s Chamber of Com- merce gave him an Outstanding Student Award. Linda Guccini, a Spctember Wildcat, turned to political science at CSU; a scholarship winner, she also won student council seats three years, attended the slope convention. President of French Club, she held membership in FTA, IRC. Pep Club. FFA named her queen; Elks gave her their Leadership Award; Chamber of Commerce cited her as an Out- standing Student. D uring ‘68 Syd O’Connor. October’s choice, edited the Wildcat A scholarship winner to Mesa College, she was a member of student council. National Hon- or Society, Pep Club and Thespian secretary, as well as active in Quill and Scroll. She attended the Na- tional Scholastic Press Assn, convention in Chicago and won a Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Stu- dent Award. SU beckoned to David Roper. Boettcher scholar- ship recipient and co-valedictorian. President of Sci- ence Club and Thespians, vice-president of National Honor Society. David attended Frontiers of Science Institute, won honorable mention at state Science Fair and was a Chamber of Commerce choice as Fruita's finest. s always Clarence Ross was at his best in ‘68. He served as senior class president, vice-president of FT A and F-Club. Clarence was active in student council. National Honor Society and Science Club. A three-year letterman, he was all-conference in foot- ball and tops in wrestling at slope and in state compe- tition. He won the Denver Post’s Outstanding Wres- tler Award. 1 hree years as a dedicated journalist won Vicky Carnal an editorial post with The Wildcat’s Beat in '68. Vicky whooped it up as a varsity cheerleader for three years, signed into National Honor Society and Quill and Scroll her last term. She attended the Chi- cago NS PA meet, Rangely Cheering Clinic and As- pen Institute. DAR members awarded her their Good Citizenship Award. S election of students to be honored as Wildcats fell to a panel comprised of both students and faculty members. Nominations for candidates came from the student body-at-large and were considered by the review committee during the first Monday of each month. Students from all classes were eligible. Mr. and Miss 25 Wildcats December’s Wildcat coronets went to seniors Peggy Puls and Trent Spradling. A scholarship to CSC helped decide Peggy’s plans. An effervescent round of activities brought her early into the FHS spotlight; paramount was her two-year tour as cheerleader and finally the recognition which accompaincd her serv- ing as co-captain of the pepster corps. Peggy went to Girls’ State, later won the post of FTA historian. She attended Aspen Institute of the Humanities and cheering clinics at Rangcly and El Paso, Tex. She earned highest rating in speech mocts. Trent’s schol- arship to Mesa College also gave him direction fol- lowing graduation. Popular, highly respected, he fol- lowed the dictates of his amiable personality and was continually a winner. Trent signed into National Honor Society, served as president of distinctive F- Club and IRC his senior term. A veteran gridiron and mat competitor, he won All-conference football honors his final two seasons. He held an active mem- bership in French Club. January accolades heralded Tom Warren and Kathy Kochevar. She bounded through her junior year as cheerleader, but everything was second to science. A scholarship CSU crowned months of work with liq- uid crystals in preparation for the state Science Fair. Kathy kept tabs on National Honor Society finances as treasurer. Like Peggy Puls, Kathy attended peps- ter clinic at Rangely. and she also belonged to IRC. Everything, however, was a prescience of her ulti- mate decision to follow the lure of the lab. Confident, soft-spoken Tom Warren, Fruita's number one stu- dent leader, worked with untiring diligence to ramrod student government, and especially to support the overseas school project. Tom earned the coveted “F” as a varsity hoopster; he was a co-captain of the squad his senior year. In diamond action he played the hot-spot with the agility of one who owns a crys- tal ball. A Thespian, Tom also sang with Swing Choir and was treasurer of his sophomore class. Mesa College was his next stop. It was off to California for Signa Larralde and west- ward-ho! for Ken Wright, February’s duo of go-go- getters. both of whom won scholarships. Signa’s per- sonal magnetism, charm, her consideration for oth- ersemerged as something tangibly inspiring. She entered National Honor Society early, and later be- came secretary of FT A; she gave time to Pep Club, Drill Team, and many hours to volunteer hospital work as a Candy Striper. Signa received the Elks’ Most Valuable Student award, won honorable men- tion in National Merit Scholarship competition. She was president of IRC her junior year, human interest editor of the Wildcat's Beat in ’68; Quill and Scroll welcomed her. too. Ken’s scholarship to Brigham Young University was the climax to a year of accom- plishments. He headed up Quill and Scroll with the same vitality he showed tramping streets as Wildcat business manager. Membership in National Honor Society, IRC, FTA, Science Club and attendance at Western Slope Student Council confab rounded out his give-and-take with the Blue and White. 26 28 Top ’Cats March's distinguished students were Eddie White and junior Barb Hill, first underclassman to receive Wildcat honors in '68. Barb served Fruita High ad- mirably in the capacity of Head Girl a job which found her at the fore often during spring baseball practice. A two-year student council member. Barb represented FHS this season at the Western Slope Student Council Assn, convention. She added her voice to Pep Club's affirmation of Fruita's squads afield, and she marched with Drill Team her sopho- more year. Barb also was a Homecoming queen at- tendant her first season with the Blue and White. Se- nior Eddie White, who stood at the zenith of Fruita’s academic and popularity pinnacles, received a schol- arship to Colgate University where he hoped to pur- sue a major in political science. A National Honor Society member and secretary of the senior class. Eddie also was active in IRC. Quill and Scroll. Thespians and French Club. He served as senior sec- tion editor with the Wildcat, and won the Elks' Most Valuable Student Award and a VFW speech first. April showered an all-encompassing array of pane- gyrics upon Wildcats Kenny Miller, perennial favor- ite. and Marilyn Richards, second junior to win ac- knowledgement from the selection committee. Ac- tively involved in a legion of happenings, Marilyn attended ETA convention in Greeley, devoted much time to her secretary-treasurer duties for Drill Team. National Honor Society claimed her, as did French Club, in which she also held an office as vice-presi- dent. Thespian Richards entered Quill and Scroll and received promotion to an editor's post with the '69 Wildcat. Devoted to farming. Ken Miller. A 4-H scholarship winner and one-time Future Farmer, made plans to enter Northeastern Junior College in the fall of'69. He landed an end position with the varsity gridiron squad, was named king of the Sweet- hearts' Ball and the Junior-Senior Prom. Ken also served as vice-president of his senior graduating class. In popularity. Ken Miller was at the summit. May ushered a sophomore into Wildcat ranks with the selection of Jackie Guccini, along with junior Dennis Retherford. Energetic and effervescent. Jack- ie held sway over the sophomores as Fruita's only class president from the distaff side of the student body. In addition, she sought and won the post of Head Girl the following year. Jackie devoted her boundless energies to student council, 4-H, French Club and Pep Club. Dennis Retherford. junior class vice-president, was a motivating force through his work with the prom committee. A varsity gridiron veteran, he inherited the quarterback responsibilities and piloted the squad through its final games. Dennis Marlon Brando-ed through the male lead in Roman- off and Juliet, held membership in student council. F- Club. Science Club, and added his musical talents to the hip harmony of Fruita's Just Us quartet. Dennis set his vision high, aiming at flight school and eventu- al work as an airline pilot. He successfully completed his initial boensing in 1968. 29 Homecoming! Thai was a lime! Amid hectic ham- mering and an atmosphere more festive than football oriented, senior clansmen members of the Class of ‘68 met to single out two charmers who quietly, almost hand-in-hand, vied for a crown and the right to wear Fruita's Royal Blue as reigning queen of homecoming. Mary Lou Beebe, right, and Lois Young spent five agonizing days waiting results of the student body voting. It was, said Mary Lou look- ing back in fondness. The most'memorable home- coming this senior could ever have. At September's Homecoming We Turned Back the Clock On a bright, golden day in September we stopped our frantic race into the uncertain days ahead and paused to look back. In the midst of football calendar which found Fruita moving from victory to loss to victory again like a pendulum, thoughts of homecoming for Wildcats of the past many with gridiron antics of their own to recall occupied all our effort for a dev- ilish week. Without warning or time to prepare, homecoming was upon us. and we stood roasting Sup humores' Choice Sophomores placed Jackie Huskey among royal company as an attendant to the queen. A worried Mr. William Silliman. student council adviser and coordinator of homecoming activities, wondered whether the queen and her blue and white court would be on time for the parade. But, between rows of waving Wildcats and batteries of cameras, the parade Friday started on time, royalty present. And. we moved down Main and on home to the green grid for the action. 'round a bonfire, airborne sparks streaking through the black night air. Lofting a dummy upward toward the fire's peak, a jolly group of Wildcats failed to toss it far enough, but it crumpled in the flames and turned to ashes; victory on the field was assured, and we flipped our thoughts to fun. Huffing and puffing, we snaked through Fruita chanting, laughing and spilling humor in reckless abandon. That was Thurs- day night. With sun-up. homecoming had arrived. Junior A ttendant Juniors selected Jo Adair Welch to represent them in the royal following. She was on hand when an erro- neous announcement at halftime gave seniors first place award in the float competition, then retracted the award. Jo Adaid. with the queen, all in dignified demeanor, felt she should be jumping up and down with the rest of the crowd as Wildcats ran over their opponents in a final climax to a week’s dramatic fren- zy; lights dimmed on-field. It was time to dance the night away. 30 Candidate A Crown Senior Mary Lou Beebe homecoming sparked renewed anticipation among those who optimistically looked for a re-run of the 66 trophy gathering particularly after Coach (Jerald Zyhura's Wildcat eleven made such a spec- tacular showing m the season opener It was a week of float-hutiding, royalty, decorations all capped by a formal evening of dancing after Fruila s victo- rious romp on the gridiron. It all began with a Thurs- day evening bonfire pep rally terminated with a snake dam. thr ugh I ruita's business district. En- grossed :th sheer excitement. Wildcats whipped through reels electrified with shouts cutting warm, nigh! .or i I riday s pep assembly Wildcats rose to applaud as 1 om Warren proclaimed Lois Young Queen ol Homecoming. Senior Class President Clar- ence Ross escorted Lois to center court. Mike ko- chcvar brought Mary Lou Beebe, senior attendant, into the limelight as the student body continued to honor royally of the Blue and White. Joe Adair Welch and Jackie Huskey, on the arms of Tom Cronk and Larry Quimby, joined the queen amid thunderous applause. Classes adjourned shortly after lunch; we jammed into the bleachers to watch Lruita smash Cedarcdgc 32-0. Below are the senior float, left. Banner Girls Patti Combs. Gail Hampton and Drum Major Linda Charlcsworth. and the winning junior float. Dianne Hull. Janice Baker, Sharon Myers and Diana Collins touchcd-up the goal posts. Pat Rich and Brenda Marinclli danced while Queen Lois Young aided Mary Lou Beebe. Clarence Ross jawed idly. Borrowed Throne, A Drape of Crepe, And Punch in Jars Made Sophomores Hosts of the Town Fleet-but-fickle February skipped through Fruita grinning wildly and dragging a question through the now-gray snow of late winter. Who, the question went, will sponsor a dance, something that swings? Not I said the seniors, who knew their line by heart. Asudden flurry of prom activity prevented juniors from hearing the question. Romantics by virtue of their inexperience, sophomores raised a timid hand saying. “We’ll do it, and y’all come. February laughed and ran out the back door. Confined to the gym for a couple of evenings, sophomores strung pink and white and red crepe paper across the gaping void, hauled in a throne borrowed from the junior homecoming float and stuffed a gargantuan heart to set the mood. To complement the heart, sophomores bought a gymful of soul the vibrating transcenden- talism of The Heavier Than Air Machine. Pleased with their own performance, the host class invited the upper grades to name candidates for the dual crowns. Seniors nodded to perpetual favorites Kenny Miller and Diana Collins, who tallied enough student body votes to claim the throne. Juniors put Kathy Mc- Intyre and Don Bristol into the running, while sopho- mores suggested Sheila Sewell and Tommy Sommer- ville. Pouring punch from wide-mouthed jars, sopho- mores turned valentine white as their bank account went into valentine red SI25 because of poor attend- ance at the ball. Student Council came forward to underwrite S50 of the affair of the heart. 34 35 N 1 ip-and-tuck. delightfully faster than a heart- beat. the November 21 production of Peter Ustinov's Romanoff ami Juliet sparkled with staccato dialogue tossed by juniors (Xnnis R ether lord and Mary Ben- nett. who fought, smiled, made up. cooed, sighed and kissed through three acts to the final curtain. And we loved every witty bit of it! The rapid repartee, pep- pered with humorous strive of young love and doubly salted with political overtones of current times, charmed two full-house audiences before we began the four-day Thanksgiving holiday a much needed respite. Full House Applauded Orchid Raves To All-School Cast Dennis Retherford, Mary Bennett Zesty Comedy Combined Old Love Story, New Politics Words richocheted across stage from embassy to em- bassy. handicraft of an imaginative crew which con- structed unique dual settings in lightning-fast order. In fact, work went so quickly that when sets were placed. Director Sue Alexander had to order a re- vamp to compensate for an eight-inch yaw in one wall before Juliet Mary Bennett could feel safe in her second-story affair. Amid cheers stifled in laughter a veteran cast gave vitality to Ustinov's jazzed-up ver- sion of the timeless, star-crossed lovers whose family bigotry kept them apart. Freddie Vandcrstuyt (Eddie White) bared his heart at the American embassy where Mr. and Mrs. Hooper Moulsworth (David Roper and Cindy Stark) held apple pie court and man-to� man chats. At right. Syd O'Connor shows up late for dress rehearsal; Glen Erkman and Frank Spears run through the prccur- tain dialogue, and Michele Thistle touches up a hasty paint job. At far right, Freddie discusses jobs and future plans with Jr. Capt. Marfa Zlotochienko (Pat- ty Maluy). He later proposed. Miss Sue Alexander, Director Romanoff and Juliet 36 Larry Stutler, Gene Shaw, master monk: Joe Al Carbajal and beard 37 XV cvcrbcrating with the sounds of sheer pleasure and keen enjoyment. Romanoff and Juliet also sounded a note to provoke more somber thought; but this was minor next to the complete joy of the light satire. Through the guidance of Director Sue Alexan- der. assisted by Student Director Judy Smith, the captial city of the smallest country in Europe jived because the cast had a ball and the mood was conta- gious. With both grace and candor, with plenty of know-how. and with a bench heisted from City Park. Fruila’s troupe of seasoned artists milled thorough enchantment out of an otherwise commonplace after- noon while true love conquered all. Joe Al Carbajal, wily Archbishop with twinkling eyes, gave his bless- ings to the cast, the crew and to all men women and children in the audience. State crew members were: Judy Smith. Marilyn Richards. Joyce Bouseman, Steve Hoback. Neta Young. Nancy Arbogast. Mar- lene Smith, Cindy Stark, Tom Cronk and Gene Shaw. Also on-crew were Larry Stutler. Dan Mc- Donald. “Romanoff” Gave Us Insight Into Human Frailty p X atty Maluy mulls over pronunciation of Rus- sian words, right, during the last moments of calm before curtain-up. Student Director Judy Smith fin- alized make-up for Cindy Stark. Mary Bennett, a veteran actress, calmly waited for first call. At left, above. Vicky Carnal ages Syd O’Connor for her role as Evdokia Romanoff. Miss Sue Alexander directs the set crew, and Judy Smith reviews her script for blocking. Marilyn Richards made the bed. and Gene. Joe Al. Dennis and Mary pause to quip after a muffed line at rehearsal. 38 Preoccupied with pertness. Mary Bennett, above, top. underwent little or no transformation to become a 'beautiful, young American girl for her role as Ju- liet. Judy Smith, on the other hand, had to age Cin- dy Stark. Joyce Cole was a sidewalk superintendent. Patty Maluy as the Jr. Captain answered all ques- tions about her looks, her figure, size and hair color before Egor Romanoff would condescend to talk with her. Second-class spy turned master monk. Gene Shaw grovels at the Romanoff household. Syd O’- Connor and Tom Warren received him with disdain. Behind the scenes a large and competent crew kept action running smoothly. Active crew members were Steve Valencia. Mary Kozoil, Stan Kozoil. David Roper. Glen Erkman. Joe Al Carbajal. On the prop- erties task force were Marilyn Richards, chief; Signa Larralde. Mariam Mosher, Nancy Arbogast. Janet Terry. Mary Kozoil. Larry Bond. Joe Muths. Jo Adair Welch. Sharia Smith. Joyce Bousman. Neta Young and Sheila Sewell. Michele Thistle and Dan McDonald handled the lights. Programs were the concern of Sheryl Arbogast. Linda Mcinsen. Patty Maluy and Linda Davis. 40 Stark Huffed While Roper Puffed Reading a little good-natured joshing into the pause bctwecn-thc-linc'. David Roper and the General (Larry Stutter) bend Cindy Stark's ears during prep- aration for the climatic wedding scene. At left, irate papa Moulsworth spats with his wife over their daughter's love for a Russian. Hooper Moulsworth (David Roper) vehemently protested that Juliet was a mixed-up kid. but Mama Moulsworth. with feminine wiles, remained adamant for Egor, who won the day. 41 )ennis Retherford, Tom Warren. Larry Slutlcr and Syd O’Connor take ten for gab during a kicky, rigid-but-rollicking rehearsal, top. The Romanoffs and the Moulsworths tied the knot at home in order to attend the knot-tieing of their self-willed offspring although neither family knew what wedding was actually to take place. Steve Valencia, below, beams after completing a rigorous stint with saw and ham- mer: Judy Smith plies her skill with grease paint and mascara. Make-up chief was Vicky Carnal, assisted by Sandy Botkin. Debbie Tufly. Lavonnc Brownell. Linda Mcinscn. Sheryl Arbogast and Costa Watson. 42 1C ibitizing at top arc Larry Stutlcr and Glen Erkman; right, lop. arc Marilyn Richards, Frank Spears and Glen Erkman. Aove arc Sheryl Arbogast and Linda Mcinsen. Right arc Mary Bennett, Joe Al Carbajal, Syd O’Connor, and Frank Spears. Below are David Roper, Eddie White. Cindy Stark. Joe Al Carbajal and Gene Shaw. They were great! 43 Rip’s back in town! Vocal songsters and instrumental musicians collaborated in song and dance to present an enchanting spring musical celebrating the re-ap- pearance of wily old Rip Van Winkle. While a myste- rious thunder echoed through the hills, full houses thundered their approval of the delightful musical comedy directed by Mrs. Virginia Emrich, assisted by Mr. Richard Roy, conductor. Bryan Beck (Rip Van Winkle) and Eleanor Rodriquez (Dame Van Winkle) were as fresh and stimulating as a long- awaited ration of grog. Above are Judy Weston (Wolf). Larry Quimby (Peter Crane), and Mrs. Em- rich and Joe AI Carbajal, back in beard again. Rip previewed March 22. ‘Rip Van Winkle' Awakened Slumbering Spirits Early With Song, Dance, Gayety 44 Tastefully dressed with rousing songs and imagina- tive choreography, Washington Irving's quaint fanta- sy scored a major hit with Fruita audiences who re- veled in Judy Weston’s antics as Rip’s faithful com- panion, Wolf. Bryan Beck’s interpretation of mild Rip Van Winkle, a man loved only by dogs and child- ren, a man harassed, harangued, bullied and bull- dozed (above), left Wildcats roaring and recounting the musical long after final curtain had come down. Eleanor Rodriquez was most convincing as the over- powering. dominating shrew. The excellent cast also included John Orr (Nicholas Vcddcr), Dennis Price (Derrick Van Bummel), Tom Sommervillc (Brom Dutchcr), and Lavonnc Brownell, above, who sang the romantic lead as Katrina Van Tassel. Dale Tompkins showed vitality as Mynheer Van Tassel; Dame Van Tassel was portrayed by Sarah Mussel- man. Complementing those stage center were Joe Al Carbajal in a dual role as MynheerCrane and the Fifth Mate. Gayle Buniger played Dame Crane. Donna Raff. Dame Ludendoz; Jeannic Waggoner. Dame Eugcn; Susan Kettle. Dame von Brcdow, Ka- thy Mason. Dame Richthofccn, Joye Shaw. Dame von Papcn. Naomi Neff was Bertha; Yvonne Brow- nell, Hilda; Linda Cole was Greta and Sandra Botkin was Freda. I � ol licking cast members shared a spirited camaraderie evident as the rousing choral num- bers soared through Fruita’s auditorium; it kicked through the dialogue Rip Van Winkle sparkled; it jelled quickly in rehearsals and maintained its vigor without becoming sallow. John Orr. far upper left, evoked hilarious re- sponse to his role as the sedate Nicholas Ved- der. That’s Donna Raff with John. Next is Cos- ta Watson on break Stan Koziol, Tom War- ren and John Orr again. At far left is Judy Wes- ton with Bryan Beck, Mrs. Virginia Emrich, Orel Canfield. Nancy Arbogast and Eleanor Rodriquez and Glenn Erkman. Below, far left, are Larry Quimby and Lavonne Brownell. Dennis Price and Sandra Botkin, then Stan Koziol. Above arc Bryan Beck and Karla W'oy- nowskie. then Joan Walton. Susan Kettle, Jan Canfield. Linda Cole and Nancy Arbogast; Orel Canfield and Mike Kelley follow. At left arc Gary Barcus, Mrs. Emrich. Mike Kelley and Mr Richard Roy. Below arc Sandra Bot- kin. Yvonne Brownell, Judy Weston. Eleanor Rodriquez, Donna Raff and Glenn Erkman. 47 Steeped in mountain brew and glittering with song. Rip Van Winkle worked its subtle magic with an ex- hilarating charm, conjuring up enchantment through a perceptible shattering of nine pins as a backdrop for the chattering of gossipy townsfolk. Overflowing with musical merriment. Rip provided the large, di- versified cast with a vehicle that not only challenged, but also was wide enough in range to highlight Frui- ta’s full gamut of talent. Orel Canfield. Mike Kelley and Bob Garlitz, above, were sterling as males with the crew of formidable Henrick Hudson, played by feathered and bewhiskered Stan Koziol. Gary Barcus and Tom Warren were the Second and Third Mates with Hudson's brawny crew. Jeannie Waggoner. Joyc Shaw. Kathy Mason and Susan Kettle, above, vocally elaborated upon the village's ills in matronly fashion while Eleanor Rodriquez as Dame Van Win- kle. top. unleashed her scolding tongue while search- ing for the hapless Rip. Glenn Erkman played Van- der Meer; Gene Shaw. Jon Gardner; KarcnCasc. Judith Gardner. Sally Brach. the Farmer's Wife and Costa W atson played Heide. Vcrda Shaw. Joan Wal- ton. Susan Andrews. Phillip Serve and Mike Cole also had roles with the jovial cast of Fruita's spring dramatic offering, a Music Department production. 48 Costuming and choreography enhanced Rip's success immeasurably. Mrs. Bonnie Beck fired the dancers through tipsied routines; Mrs Bill Baird. Mrs. Wal- lace Walton and Mrs. Vivian Russell all spent many hours in wardrobe preparation. Above are Dennis Price. Larry Quimby and Judy Weston. At right, above, Joye Shaw, victim of a crowded dressing room, applied her make-up using Joe Jones' tuba for a makeshift mirror. Other members of the Rip-roar- ing cast were Randy Radebaugh. Bob Ulibarri. A no- la Boss. Twila Campion, Wilma Clawson and Marie Downs; also Georgia Garcia, Pam Goatly and Na- omi Gunn. Mountain Musical Cast a Spell Woven in Gossip, Nine Pins And a Dowry (Alas!) of Pigs arousing crewmen Gary Barcus and Tom Warren, upper left, hoist flagons in hon- or of their captain; at top also are Eleanor Rodrequez, Larry Quimby and Lavonne Brownell. Sandy Botkin. Naomi Neff and Orel Canfield are at left. Below are Yvonne Brownell and Susan Andrews. Marlene Smith. Opposite, at top, are Bryan Beck. Stan Koziol. Mrs. Virginia Emrich; center, right, are Bob Garlitz. Joe Al Carbajal, Carol Fry and Janet Siddens. Below, opposite, are San- dra Nelson, Leona Kettle, Sandy Peach, who served as pianist, then Tom Sommerville and Dennis Price. Choral songsters who filled in vocally as villagers were Sheila Hovland, Carol Kern. Leona Kettle,Edna Kralicek. Cathy Landini, Genevieve Martinez. Rhonda Mosher. Laura Musselman, Sandra Nelson. Gail Patton. Kay Sanchez. Linda Sloan. Anna Vigil, and Jerry Sue Watkins. Glenn White handled the lighting for this spring spectacular. 50 “Just Us Band Parents A w arded Cash Prizes Just Us. a musical folk quartet featuring Dennis Retherford. Jeanne Heiny. Gene Shaw and Mickey Cox. received honorable mention in the vocal catego- ry. Lavonne and Yvonne Brownell, singing “Love is Blue. walked off with the prize money in this divi- sion. A Kaleidoscopic Array of Talent Headlined FHS Stunt Night Band Parents in the guise of a pied piper breezed through FHS in early March drumming up interest in a talent festival which offered cash prizes to winners. The sponsoring organization of community boosters was amazed at the response from enthusiastic performers within student ranks. So many came forward, in fact, that auditions were necessary to insure that the review did not run over long. It was an evening's gala of syncopated soul, vocal interpretations and a variety of acts whipped into Stunt Night a traditional affair set for March 15. Amplifiers, cords, instruments and vibrating sounds crowded a program well-rehearsed and well-organ- ized to entertain. But spectator interest lagged; theauditoriumwasasemptyas the big, bass drum on-stage; only a smat- tering of Wildcats were on hand for the talent parade. Judges awarded prizes in three categories vocal, instrumental and miscellaneous. Sponsored as a show case for teen talent. Stunt Night had ev- erything but fans! Kathy Mason, top. stirred judges with her rendition of Impossible Dream Faye Kelley, left center, enter- tained with Exodus during a break in the program. Playing Some Enchanted Evening. Altarae Snyder, center, placed first in the instrumental division of the competition. Donna RafT. above, twirled her fire- brand baton to win the miscellaneous category. At left arc Dennis Retherford, Donna RafT. and the vic- torious Brownells. Lavonne and Y vonne. 53 Coach Richard Anders. His area of con- centration was with the offensive and de- fensive interior line and with scouting. Head Football Coach Gerald Zvbura. He saw individual effort as the main ingredi- ent in teamwork, a necessary factor. Coach Carlos Woodson. He concentrated on offensive and defensive ends and also worked with the Wildcat linebackers. FROST ROW: Gene Miles (60). guard; Steve Val- encia (65). guard: Gary Barcus (74). tackle: Mickey Bosshardt (31). halfback; Thomas Groves (61), guard; Don Bristol (20). halfback; and Leslie Smith (85). end. Ml DDL FRO W Verlan Goss, trainer; Dennis Rethcrford (II), quarterback: Norman Vin- cent (42). fullback; Butch Bartman (64). guard: Dick Nichucs(2l), halfback; Glen Ross (12). quarterback: Tom Evans (40). fullback, and Kenny Miller (84), end. RACK ROW Head Coach Gerald Zybura. Coach Carlos Woodson, Stan Koiiol (83), end; Rob- ert Etchcvcrry (52), center; Steve Sommers (10), quarterback; Crawford Clements (72). tackle; Trent Spradling (73). tackle and John Orr (70). tackle. 56 Season’s Synopsis WILDCATS With a complex maze of X's and O’s mov- ing across a diagram in purple. Coach Ger- ald Zybura previews a series of plays. At the field skull session are Steve Valencia. Tom Evans. Kenny Miller. Robert Etcheverry. Sam Palmer and Dennis Retherford. FOES 12 Rifle 0 12 Palisade 13 20 Olathe 7 32 Cedaredge 0 33 Nucla 6 20 Gunnison 13 0 Paonia 18 0 Central 32 20 Hotchkiss 6 Desire to win. willingness to work and sound offen- sive and defensive units are the three most important factors in the making of a good team, said Head Coach Gerald Zybura. Managers Larry Schave, above, and Mike Lehmann, right, possessed enough desire to win and willingness to work for the entire Wildcat squad Because of their untiring efforts, when the coach said. “Go! the team was ready. FROST ROW Greg Brown (22), halfback Jim Stockert (32), halfback Kris Keith (41). fullback Mike Moon (63), guard Ray Ball (51), center MIDDLE ROW Mike Kochcvar (30). halfback Paul Smith (75), tackle Paul Kochcvar (80), end Clarence Ross (61). guard Mike Lehmann, manager Larry Schave, manager BACK ROW Chuck Rqder (81). end Sam Palmer (71), tackle Dennis Price (50). center Tim Tomlinson (82). end Coach Richard Anders Gene Shaw, trainer Fruita's Pride And Joy- Coached By Gerald Zybura Veteran Wildcats Never Lost the Will to Win 57 AT LEFT Halfback Dick Nichues Halfback Mickey Bosshardt Coach Gerald Zybura End Kenny Miller AT RIGHT Rooter Marie Rodrigue Tuesday’s Practices Were Toughest Soaring high on the wake of a state championship in 66. optimistic pigskin practitioners fervently opened the season against Rifle with an impres- sive 12-0 win. This hopeful omen, we all agreed, added impetus to the momentum already build- ing. and would carry Eruita to a second state bat- tle. But. the balloon burst during Eruita's second outing this against Palisade which had not scored a victory over the Wildcats in so long the game was considered on ice’ before it was played. Fruita landed hard after a 13-12 nipping, yet came back to cinch the next four battles in succes- sion. Six Won- Three Lost w ith the opening kick-off of the ‘67 pigskin season. Head Coach Gerald Zybura unleashed a sleek, savage squad of veteran Wildcats which quick- ly shreded Rifle's weary defense and held the Bears in check to a total of 38 yards rushing. Under a steady drizzle, the W ildcat Bear-baiting took on the aspects of a holiday sideshow . Feisty from our 12 consecutive victories in ‘66 leading to the slate AA champion- ship. our experienced lettermcn aimed for a repeat of 66 both at home and on the road. We were wet but jubilant over the 12-0 terrorizing at Rifle. The Bears were unable to penetrate our front wall, solid by the return of Boyce Baker, Trent Spradling. John Orr. Robert Etchevcrry and Clarence Ross. In despera- tion. Rifle tried passing a wet balloon, but could not connect. Fruita passed once to gain 24 yards. Mike Kochevar scored first for us from the five. Dick Nie- hues tallied again in the third period from a yard out. John Orr recovered a Rifle fumble, and it seemed we could do no wrong. Tom Groves, Ray Ball. Don Bristol. Gene Miles, Dennis Price and Paul Smith return to action after a half- time respite, top. Above. Trainer 60 Vcrlan Goss lends a hand while Norman Vincent supplies the foot. Dennis Rctherford. right, heaves over Hotchkiss. M ondays following a loss were daysof blue moroseness, but Coach Gerald Zybura said the Wild- cats bounced back and were always ready the next weekend. After crushing Rifle in a 218-yard display of sheer rushing power, we rode high on the whimsi- cal whiplash tail of our victory kite, soared even high- er in the jclstrcam of hopes for a second banner year. We let our dreams get both feet off the ground, and when we fell, we landed breathless, hurt and angry with ourselves. Archrival Palisade took the wind out of our sails in a 12-13 thriller which sapped the vigor of fans and footballers alike September 15. Junior fullback Norman Vincent brought word to the sidelines of strategy results; Coach Gerald Zybura lis- tened, plotting, top. Above, halfback Dick Nichucs falls in behind end Kenny Miller in a Wildcat offensive maneuver. A traditional part of every home gridiron game was the hoisting of the Colors, a task carried out with dignity and pride by the German Club Color Guard, coached by Mr. Gerald Decker. One-by-One Disabilities Exacted A Heavy Toll Injuries Claimed a Sixth of the Starters 61 At Palisade 01 Our Bubble Broke i Halfback Mike Kochevar (30) hugged the ball and took a daring header into the line where he landed on sprawling Steve Valencia (65). Fullback Tom Evans, and Kenny Miller and guard Tom Groves converged at the center of action to prevent Hotchkiss from smothering Kochevar at the bottom of the heap. A blanket full of holes was thrown up quickly by flailing white-uniformed opponents who tried to prevent quarterback Dennis Retherford from tossing over the line. Tackle Sam Palmer, center Robert Etcheverry and guard Clar- ence Ross formed a semi-circle of blue and white determination to keep Reth- erford in the clear to spot his receiver downfield. 62 F ccling zcsty from 30 consecutive Gunnison Val- ley League wins, ten of which left opponents score- less, Fruita grid aces unflinchingly prophesied a clean sweep over Palisade even though a shadow of caution loomed heavy above the week’s practice. Palisade had. in years past, established a formidable reputa- tion of defiance toward Wildcat football squads at least on the Palisade field, and 1967 was not to be an exception. We chose to ignore the shadow lurking in the corners of our minds. The overwhelming success at Rifle served only to prod us onward. We were primed to thwart anyone who dared the open mock- ery of fielding a team against Wildcat superiority. We would shake them like a rag doll until the straw stuffing was strewn over the lime-crossed green. W'e were Casey at bat. and in one night’s time, our in- comparable record lay spattered with tears. Casey had struck out. Palisade won 13-12. At right. Trent Spradling puts backbone into his work on the sled. Below, a Central lineman puts his shoulder into Norman Vincent. Robert Etchevcrry. Kenny Miller. Dick Nichues and Sam Palmer closed the door too late. 63 Sam Palmer (T) Kenny Miller (E) Butch Bartman (G) Stan Koziol (E) Clarence Ross(G) Boyce Baker (G) Steve Sommers (QB) Chuck Rader (E) Dick Niehues (H B) Robert Etchcverry (C) Dennis Retherford (QB) Greg Brown (HB) Paul Smith (T) Kris Keith (FB) Ray Ball (C) Paul Kochevar (E) Glenn Ross(QB) Jim Stockert (HB) Don Bristol (HB) Les Smith (E) Thomas Groves (G) Gary Barcus (T) Mike Moon (G) Norman Vincent (FB) John Orr (T) Crawford Clements (T) Tim Tomlinson (E) Trent Spradling (T) Mike Kochevar (H B) Chuck Greager (QB) It Was Whip Gunnison or Lose the Marbles, 64 So Norman Vincent Cut Loose 1 . ighl from the standpoints of spirit and condi- tioning, Fruita went into its fourth contest with a homecoming celebration still ringing across campus. In its most decisive win of the season, the Wildcat eleven rolled over Cedaredge 32-0 with a crowd- pleasing diplay of gridiron dexterity, and more important remained in the race for the GVL crown. Coach Gerald Zybura’s squad, winded-but- winning, pointed to a 2-1 record in league competi- tion, second only to Gunnison which stood 3-0. Clar- ence Ross and the hard-nosed defensive ‘Cat line held Cedaredge to a paltry 22 yards rushing. Fleet Steve Valencia grabbed a Cdcarcdgc aerial shot and rushed the ball to the 14 where Dick Nichues took over and lunged it into paydirt. Stan Koziol booted the extra point. Then Chuck Greager. Mike Kochevar and Dick Nichues again scored for Fruita. Quarterback Greager posted his finest game in the air with a total of 157 yards gained through the blue. But Gunnison was the game to win. And Fruita corralled the high- riding Cowboys in a battle which recalled some of the old lustre of championship days. Norman Vincent was The Man that day. The spry fullback raced 103 yards and scored two TD s to bring Fruita from be- hind. posting a 20-13 final. Mickey Bosshardt put his heart and toe into the extra point. Mike Kochevar and Steve Sommers both intercepted Gunnison pas- ses to quell Cowboy drives. Dick Niehucs wrapped it up going through the middle for Fruita's third goal and victory. Gene Miles (C) Dennis Price (C) Steve Hoback (HB) Tom Evans (FB) Dennis Rcthcrford, who handled quarterback chores which had one time been Chuck Grcager’s, reviews his game strategy with Coach Gerald Zybura. The Coach attributed Fruita’s loss to Central to four bad plays. 65 Somber Donna Raff, below. Wildcat sports editor and vivacious twirler with the marching band, viewed portions of the Fruita-Hotchkiss gridiron battle grimly while trying to blanket against chill winds squaw-fashion. Fruita finished the contest with a 14- point margin to close out the season. Looking to the following year. Coach Gerald Zybura predicted that barring injuries, prospects looked good for the suc- ceeding six years. At the season's close. Coach Zyb- ura reflected that having won six out of nine encoun- ters, the Wildcats, in truth, had recorded a good year for their work. Fumble! was the cry when fullback Tom Evans (40) spotted the loose ball and continued his frantic plunge after the elusive pigskin in Fruita's romp over the Gunnison Cowboys. Behind Evans is tackle Sam Palmer, and coming up fast is halfback Greg Brown, also zeroing in on the slippery target. The Wildcats, Coach Zybura said, played their finest hour against the Olathe Pirates. That game was a fine comeback after Palisade and the loss of Boyce Baker. Sinking the Pirate Scow Was a Game to Enjoy Framed in a cluster of white-helmcted Wildcat aces, including Greg Brown, Sam Palmer and Leslie Smith. Coach Gerald Zybura diverts his attention from the struggle on-field to pass along some pointers resulting from his observations. Cold-Weather Fumbles Hurt 'Cats A time for decision came each week as coaches compared notes in final pre-game planning. Here Coach Gerald Zybura, Coach Carlos Woodson and Coach Richard Anders ponder a problem. No planning could alleviate the cold weather at Paonia or against Hotchkiss in which games fumbles were plentiful for the Wildcat backfield racers. Ross, Spradling Junior halfback Greg Brown slipped into overdrive against Hotchkiss, moving the ball with a speed which Fruita lacked in other tussles Brown, said Coach Gerald Zybura, showed continual improve- ment. After the cheers lay silent again awaiting another season, after the why’s and why-not's were kicked around, there was still something to be said about football. And that was the announcement of the All- conference appointments. Fruita did well. Lineback- er-guard Clarence Ross, a Wildcat mainstay throughout the year, and Trent Spradling. offensive tackle, both received word of their selection to the elite club. Honorable mention went to Boyoc Baker for his offensive and defensive work, to John Orr, who also gave determination to Fruita's efforts. Dick Nichues on offense. Mike Kochevar on defense, Kenny Miller on offense, Robcr Etchcverry on of- fense. Norman Vincent, offense; Steve Valencia on defense and Sam Palmer on Defense were cited with honorable mention recognition in All-conference vot- ing. Fuita had everything, including injuries. Senior guard Butch Bartman and junior end Tim Tomlinson search for a missing football which was discovered later in Gene Shaw’s supply kit. Wildcats practiced one hour, forty-five minutes each working day. Practice attendance was excellent. Halfback Mickey Bosshardt zeroed in on up-coming tacklers while quarterback Dennis Rcthcrford looked for a receiver. Rethcrford and Bosshardt, along with Stan Koziol. Norman Vincent, Sam Palmer and Robert Etchcverry, all improved considerably in '68. 68 Earned All-conference Appointments Between double rows of blasting brass Tim Tomlin- son and All-conference tackle Trent Spradling sprint back to the action following a halftime recess-rehash. Fruita jelled Hotchkiss 20-6 with little effort. unnison Valley League football appeared more and more Wildcat-dominated again as Fruita went into the second half of its scheduled nine games. Against Nucla Fruita opened its big guns in the sec- ond half to sweep the field 33-6. Mike Kochcvar and Dick Nichues led the touchdown parade. Chuck Greagcr had a field day at interceptions, snagging two vital Nucla bombs. Greg Brown packed the pig- skin 60 yards in a thrilling display of open-field foot- work. And then the roof fell in. Paonia dropped Frui- ta 18-0, and Central finished the whupping 32-0. Continued Wildcat victories over Paonia in years past made the loss seem unreal, and once behind, Fruita found it difficult to get back into the groove. But that was the season filled with surprises, the rending disappointments and the soaring, swelling locker room rumble after a victory. Jilted by over- confidence and jolted by injuries, the Wildcats, never- theless. recorded a season of six wins and only three losses. Standouts among Fruita veterans were Boyce Baker, Clarence Ross, John Orr. Robert Etchcverry, Kenny Miller, Dick Nichues, Steve Valencia and Sam Palmer. Fruita showed much ability to bounce back after a loss, and Coach Gerald Zybura lauded the squad for that. At the close of this '68 calendar Coach Zybura reminisced over the long days of leather slapping. To live in past glory is not enough, he concluded: we erred this year by thinking that the 66 championship would carry us to another trophy, and that was a mistake. And so it ended with the Wildcats treating Hotchkiss to a sound thumping before a home crowd already preparing for basket- ball and a cold wind biting at the band, still soaking in anger about the Rifle rain during the opening foot- ball contest. For seniors, it was all over. Sixty Pepsters, Eight Leaping Leaders Demanded Contests were fought and felt on agony row as well as on the fields and courts of action. Better than half a hundred Pep Club members put hearts, souls and lungs into every outing where Wildcats clashed. Sponsored by Mrs. Penny Pulliam. Fruita’s booster club spent quieter days haranging for back dues. A Fair Share Of Victory—or Defeat Forever on the sidelines, just a shout away from the whirlpool of sweat and tears, an active octet of veter- an blue-and-white clad powder-puff pepsters ignited like a keg of energy blasting loud and clear wherever Wildcats worked up a lather. Eight fireball yell lead- ers, whose frantic antics won the Rangely Cheering Clinic trophy in '67. provided a direct line of praise between athletes in competition and fans of the fray. In February a delegation of loyal followers rallied in Denver to rock the gigantic auditorium during state- wide medalist mat trials. Uniting behind the unques- tioned leadership of the experienced yell-charged pepsters. Fruita’s seeming fistful of the faithful made Denver stand up and take notice as ace matmen Clar- ence Ross and Larry Reed took all comers. Co-cap- tained by seniors Peggy Puls and Karen Buniger. the avid eight flashed across the calendar from Septem- ber to March heralding Wildcats on the go. They basked in victory often, but when teams swallowed the hard rock of gut-grinding defeat, players never, never ate alone. Eight cheerleaders were first in line to take the rap for any loss, and they redoubled ef- forts along agony row. 70 Firebrand Mary Lou Rooks, below, concentrated every fiber toward a victory in November to wrap up the pigskin season in jubilation over Hotchkiss. Sar- ah Musselman served as Pep Club president during this Year of the Wildcat; Fran Young was vice-presi- dent. and Pam Baker held the post of secretary. Laura Musselman was the group's points chairman and Vicky Carnal was its reporter. The trying task of collecting dues fell to treasurer Yvonne Brownell. At lower far left are sideline soundmakers Sheila Sewell. Costa Watson. Susan Withrow and Mary Lou Rooks. Susan Third Year Hopes Rode H igh Pepsters Gamely Fought For Trophy Nonpareil in ihc art of vocal persuasion. Costa Wat- son was vitality personified. And when a fan from Palisade called her ‘Amazon, she was livid. “Oh, that made me mad. she fumed, then smiled! utting all hope in themselves rather than in the old adage about the third year being a charm. Wild- cat cheerleaders went after the traveling trophy which is awarded yearly to the outstanding cheering corps at the Western Slope basketball tournament. Having won the coveted cup in 1966 and again in 1967, Fruita's highflying cheerleaders needed the third win to bring the trophy home permanently. Mid-March was the time; Delta was the place. 73 Wildcat Sports Were H igh- Voltage A ffairs Dynamos In Blue and White Charged the Action Sherry McLaughlin and Costa Watson, right 74 Susan and Vicky Co-captain Karen Kathy and Sheila N A umbering at one time more than sixty active Wildcat windpipes. Pep Club boasted these boosters: Carrie Allison, Nancy Arbogast, Sheryl Arbogast. Linda Ball, Pam Baker, Donna Barbee, Mary Lou Beebe, Lavonne Brownell. Yvonne Brownell, Kathy Buhlcr, Twila Campion. Joyce Cole. Diana Collins. Patti Combs, Linda Davis. Donna Dickerson. Pame- la Fortik, Carol Fry, Aronda Greenhow. Jackie Guc- cini, Linda Guocini and Gail Fiampton. Also Jeanne Hciny. Barb Hill, Dianne Hull. Jackie Huskey, Leona Kettle. Paula Kochevar. Judy LaMar. Brenda Marinelli, Kathy Marinelli. Kathy Mason. Sherry McLaughlin, Linda Meinsen. Mary Kay Morgensen. Julianne Moore. Burlena Musselman. Laura Mussel- man. Sarah Musselman. Sharon Myers, Donna Raff. Syd O'Connor. Eleanor Rodriquez, Marie Rodri- quez, Sarah Roundtree. Ruby Russell. Janet Sid- dens, Marlene Smith, Paulie Snook. Janet Terry, Debra Tufly, Jo Adair Welch, Fran Young, Neta Young and Leora Valencia. Cheerleaders were Peggy Puls, Karen Buniger, Vicky Carnal, Kathy Mc- Intyre. Mary Lou Rooks. Sheila Sewell, Costa Wat- son and Susan Withrow. 75 Two State Champs Seven Matmen Advanced To State Finals Principal John McCaffrey of Montrose prepares to award the second place trophy to Fruita veterans at the Western Slope mat tourney. Glenn Ross, Larry Reed. Kirk Monger, Clarence Ross and Trent Spradling awaited the presentation. Bclowi is ace Ross. S purred by veteran mat mentor Coach Jack Pollock in his 1 7th season as head wrestling director and by the winning ways of senior Clarence Ross, along with sopho- more Larry Reed, Fruita was tough on the mat. With a 75-point team score at the close of division tourney matches, Fruita was Denver-bound with seven men entered in slate finals: Reed, Ross and Kirk Mon- ger went as winners: Eddie Serrano, Rob- ert Etchevcrry. Norman Vincent, and Trent Spradling, as runners-up. Ross and Reed went all the way without upset to add appreciably toward Fruita's eventual win of the fourth place spot in stale com- petition. Fruita was second in slope bouts. Wildcats opened a rugged season against Arvada Westwitha27-16victory; they swamped Montrose 27-15, Durango 42-6 and Cortez 45-3. Central provided the 'Cats with their most formidable challenge by dumping Fruita 25-15. Below are Trent Spradling, Eddie Serrano, Mike Moon, Larry Reed, Norman Vincent and Clar- ence Ross, who accepted Fruita's second place trophy in February. Wildcats Nipped Tigers 24-20 One-by-one Wildcats strode to center-mat for the action throughout 68. There, the demands were awe- some. with no one else to rely upon. “It's demanding, ” agreed Coach Jack Pollock. “Wrestlers have to be well-disciplined mentally. If not. it shows up fast, and it's difficult to hide mistakes.” State champion Larry Reed, at left, below, opened his high school wrestling career with an incompara- ble record of 23 wins and no defeats. At center below is Doug Bennetts, who will be a Wildcat mainstay in '69. At right, below. Kirk Monger receives hand- shake and medallion from Cortez, principal. Mirroring the anxiety of the moment, five Wildcat boosters run the gamut of emotion vividly displaying their concern with the happening at mid-mat. For a second. time stood still for Sheryl Arbogast. Janet Rowe. Donna Barbee. Julianne Moore and Mary Lou Beebe. t i Tension Made Time Stand Still Only the wrestlers were able to remain seated during Fruita's tumultuous season of tension stretched to the breaking point. Avid sideline supporter. Coach Jack Pollock was continually on the edge of his chair. Kirk Monger. Boyce Baker. David Jacque . Ed Ser- rano and Jim Stockert watch objectively, almost. David Jacquez 112 lbs. (7-9-2) Coach Jack Pollock Mike Moon Dick Reed 120 lbs. (11-1-1) Larry Reed David Jacquez Kirk Monger 127 lbs. (19-3-0) Swany Monger 103 lbs. (8-10-0) Champion Clarence Ross 138 lbs. (23-0-0) Robert Etcheverry 154 lbs. (14-5-0) Travis Williams 180 lbs. (6-13-0) Norman Vincent 165 lbs. (12-8-0) Don Bristol 145 lbs. (5-8-0) Trent Spradling HWT (16-5-0) Swany Monger 103 lbs. (8-10-0) Champion Larry Reed 95 lbs. (23-0-0) Eddie Serrano 133 lbs. (13-6-0) Glenn Ross 145 lbs. (6-5-0) Trent Spradling Heavy Weight Glenn Ross 145 pounds Trent Spradling Eddie Serrano 133 Pounds Varsity: Twelve Good Men and True 80 olorado's golden crown was a prize worth going after, and Coach Jack Pollock's Wildcat squad was considered formidable enough to do the job. Attitude was good; the team was up. Injuries hampered some, but nearly every squad encountered some set- backs in that department. Fruita rolled over Arvada Central 37-5; floored Olathe 37-11; took Golden 34-11, then stumbled in one out- ing with Grand Junction 19-25. Pueblo Cen- tennial matched the ’Cats point-for-point 20- 20. On the road and at home the Blue and White was redoubtable. It was a close race to the wire, but at two or three crucial points, Fruita lagged, almost unavoidably. Fans stayed fervently with the matmen throughout the season, and it was a good year ending with a demonstration of pleasure and pride as a delegation of boosters journeyed to Denver February 16-17 to support Fruita’s squad. Wildcats, opposite, top, arc Champion Clar- ence Ross with Central’s Bill Anderson, whom Ross decisioned in slope semi-finals; Don Bristol, riding hard for the extra points; and a bevy of excited fans including Mary Lou Beebe. Yvonne Brownell, Linda Davis, Barb Hill and Sarah Mussclman. At far left, center row, is a pensive Norman Vincent, then Champion Larry Reed, one of Fruita's finest. Crawford Clements, Gary Barcus, Doug Ben- netts, Thomas Groves sweat it out on the side- lines with Coach William Trump. Bottom Row, opposite. Robert Etchcvcrry awaits his match; Jim Stockcrt faces-off with an oppo- nent and Coach Gerald Zybura offers a ‘well done' to Crawford Clements and Thomas Groves. Above is sophomore Phil Hamrick, the J-V squad with Gene Miles, Bill Williams, Doug Bennetts, Steve Webb. Crawford Clem- ents Mickey Bosshardt. Steve Seal, Thomas Grove, Steve Robinson, Charles White, Gary Barcus and Mike Moon. Then Eddie Serrano, Coach Bill Trump and Larry Reed, Norman Vincent, and finally Clarence Ross and Larry Reed with the trophy. And that's how the sea- son ended. 83 Senior co-captain Chuck Greager, who averaged 25.2 pointsa league game, was the nucleus around which Coach Lowry Bishop designed the '68 squad. Greager's impetus was all-important. After a time-out confab. Wildcat fire- ballers Gerald Clawson, David Brant- ley, Tom Warren, Chuck Greager and Roy Bailey join Coaches Lowry Bish- op and David Silver in an avowal of unity, aim. 84 Forward Roy Bailey, below, an experienced varsity eager with the Wildcat quintet, was indispensable in the teamwork department. In the March 1 contest with Nucla, a game which Coach Lowry Bishop de- scribed as Fruita’s best game, he dropped in 23 points to compensate for Chuck Greager’s ‘oflT night with 15. Sharpshooting Hoopsters Netted Thirteen Wins Coach Lowry Bishop, below, Fruita's varsity court coach, piloted the Wildcats through a heavy schedule to finish the season with thirteen wins and eight loss- es. Coach Bishop was concerned about senior losses through graduation since upperclassmen dominated varsity berths with the 'Cat quintet. Of the nine top squad members, six were seniors. It will definitely leave the team needing experienced players. said the coach. Four of the starting five were graduating seniors. Cager Scoreboard Fruita Foe 55 Ride 65 59 Della 41 53 Roaring Fork 69 49 Palisade 66 69 . Cedarcdge 47 77 Hotchkiss 53 51 Paonia 48 59 Gunnison 64 73 Olathe 58 47 Nucla 68 44 Palisade 53 84 Greenriver 57 73 Cedaredge 66 64 Hotchkiss 48 84 Paonia 68 64 Gunnison 80 73 Olathe 58 72 Nucla 60 64 Olathe 45 62 Paonia 78 66 Hotchkiss 50 Senior hoopman Tom Evans saw ac- tion often during Fruita's crowded cal- endar of hardcourt contests. Coach Bishop was pleased with Wildcat team- work; he credited team solidarity with several wins. Gerald Clawson, in Fruita’s 84-68 romp over Paonia, grabbed 20 re- bounds, and in the January 13 bout with Hotchkiss, the lanky 'Cat blocked II Bulldog shots, snatched 13 re- bounds and sank $ pointers. S umming up the season efforts on the polished court. Coach Lowry Bishop said. “The team did far better than was expect- ed by many observers including com- munity followers. This is shown by the fact that we were rated sixth in the league at the beginning, and we finished third.” Coach Bishop praised the skill and leader- ship of co-captains Chuck Greager and Tom Warren, and indicated approval at the manner in which Roy Bailey prog- ressed through the year. Wildcats experi- enced a rather unusual number of sprained ankles more said the coach, than in all other years of my coaching experience combined. At one time, the squad manag- ers and trainers were taping eight ankles before each practice session. Then Greag- er injured his shoulder just prior to tourna- ment time, another obstacle which cagers took in stride. Wildcats on Wood Responsibility in action. asketball fans in Wildcatland should have much to look forward to in '69. but as the coach explained. “Our team will certainly be young, and seniors will have to work hard to stay ahead of the fast-improv- ing juniors and sophomores.” ’Cats face at least two opponents who promise to be fearsome: Palisade and Paonia. Cagcrs also can look forward to more sup- port from townspeople after the splendid showing made in '68. Fruita's mentor explained it simply: “It helps greatly in knowing you are a part of something bigger than just ten boys tossing a ball around.” Squadmen also anticipate more than the two pep as- semblies which were called to boost basketcers this year. At right are Manager Larry Bond and Bob Davis. 86 A ny guy who is willing to work hard and to hus- tle always has a place on the team; that was the way it was in '68. Hustling with the varsity through its thir- teen victories were, top row. above: Chuck Greager. Steve Sommers. Tom Warren, Roy Bailey; row two: Wayne Schafer. Deadeye Bailey. Terry McBride and Mike Kochevar; row three: Chuck Rader. Greg Brown. Jerry Cox and David Brantley; row four: Tom Evans, Danny Sullivan. Rebound Champ Ger- ald Clawson in action and in repose. At left. Chuck Rader demonstrates Wildcat hustle. Fruita bounced into its '68 schedule with a loss to Rifle. Chuck Greager's cool control at mid-court firing carried him and the Wildcats through a 40-point one-man scoring binge, but to no avail. Tied 37-37 at the half. Rifle bla cd back with an 18 point third period which Fruita could not match. In their second outing. Frui- ta hoopsters rallied to hand Delta Panthers their fourth consecutive loss. Gerald Clawson, sole junior among the starting five, controlled rebounds to give Wildcats possession of the ball for scoring attempts. Tom Warren paced Fruita's defense; Greager sank 23 counters while Clawson, not always rebounding, accounted for 12 points. In the December 15 encoun- ter with Roaring Fork. Roy Bailey stood third in line in scoring; Clawson aced Bailey’s 11 points with a 13 tally, and Greager topped both together with a total of 26. 87 Senior co-captain Tom Warren, left, led Wildcats to a third-place standing in Gunnison Valley League play. Without the support which in '66 had carried over to baskethall from the champion- ship gridiron match, hoopsters were .hard-pressed to attract a crowd, and yet refused to ease their pace. The coach fconfided that spirit waned at the first tournament game with Paonia when [even the Pep Club showed up late. But through it all a sense of direction pre- vailed. Senior starters carried the ball; ■they played a lion's share of Wildcat action, but as Coach Lowry Bishop said, basketball is a game in which only five men can compete outwardly. But the bench must have the courage to sit by and watch; it is their game, too; they can win or lose a game by the atti- tudes built and fostered on the bench. In '68 five good ballhandlers on the bench caused five hustlers on-court to work harder. At right, top. Chuck Rad- er and Gerald Clawson fight from the sidelines. Tom Evans awaits a pass while Chuck Greager and Mike Ko- chevar take a breather. At right, center, Danny Sullivan and Les Smith defend; Roy Bailey lets fly with Greager screen- ing and Coach David Silver yells, Shoot!' At bottom are Greager, Rad- er, Steve Sommers and Tom Warren, too late to stop the pass. Skull sessions were a part of the hoop scene with Coach Lowry Bishop, top: Bob Davis polished the ’apple:' that’sCoach David Silver with Gerald Claw- son. then Chuck Greagcr. Coach Silver at practice and the varsity cheering squad, well-stacked. Steve Sommers with Coach Lowry Bishop and tape. VARSITY SQUADMLN: (From the Front. Clockwise) Sophomore Wayne Schafer Senior Jerry Cox Senior Co-captain Tom Warren Senior Mike Kochevar Senior David Brantley Senior Roy Bailey Senior Steve Sommers Junior Gerald Clawson Senior Co-captain Chuck Greager Senior Terry McBride Senior Chuck Rader Senior Tom Evans Junior Greg Brown Court Jesters: 90 Greager's Tallies Set League Afire Senior letterman Chuck Greager set a bla ing pace in scoring throughout Frui- ta‘s 21-game schedule. Greager, with a near 25-point average, was high point man in league play. Gerald Clawson turned in an enviable 11.7 rebound average: Roy Bailey's shooting percentage was at 11.2. David Brantley registered a 10.3 scoring record. Fruita started slow in its go against Cedaredge where the Cubs racked up 30 markers in the opening 16 minutes. Shifting to man-to-man defense. Fruita grabbed the sphere for Greager who dropped in 25 points; Tom Warren hit for 13 and Gerald Clawson for 9. Against Olathe February 23, 'Cats held a 13 point lead going into the half. Roy Bailey, very accurate on a good night, bucketed 21 tal- lies; David Brantley, also a man to reckon with, hit for 14. Greager brought up the middle with only 20. Fruita's winning de- termination held against Paonia in an 84- 68 encounter. Clawson grabbed 20 re- bounds; Brantley dumped in 12; Bailey, 14; Chuck Greager was unbelievable with 43! That's the way it was in 1968. Wildcat Sports Editor Donna Raff with Pepster Costa Watson at the Del- ta Tournament. Cats Handed Sole Defeat To Palisade In LastTry IS luggers with the Fruita diamond nine hit through a seventeen-game schedule winding up with a triumphant victory over eventual league champs from Palisade. In fact. Coach Marion Littlcpage’s Wildcat aces handed Palisade its only defeat in an otherwise flawless season. Fruita was a young squad in '68 with only two seniors listed among its varsity ranks Tom Warren, one-time short stop moved to third base, and Dick Reed, pitcher and short stop. Both seniors served as co-captains. Warren led both Fruita and the league in hitting; within the Wildcat ranks, he swatted out an impressive .392. In league competition. Warren hit for a blistering .523. Show- ing continual improvement and a good morale. Frui- la's diamond squad gained experience which should carry into ’69 when the team will be top heavy with veteran upperclassmen. The Wildcats opened with a 5-2 win and a 10-9 victory over the Montrose Indi- ans. A turn-about double header gave Central double victories over Fruita 12-3 and 7-1. Olathe dropped the ’Cats 15-3, Moab beat them 5-3, then in an uphill climb, Fruita toppled Ccdaredgc 7-1. Fruita took Rifle 10-5 and 6-5. A win over Nucla 8-1 and a loss to Delta 8-7, a loss to Gunnison 4-3 and a win over Paonia 10-2 left three more games to play. Tigers beat the cats 5-2; Wildcats beat Hotchkiss 11-0 and Palisade 1-0 in the last inning a thriller. Wildcats at top arc Tom Warren and Eddie Serrano at the fountain; Serrano catching. Coach Marion Lit- tle page. Larry Reed, on deck, with Dennis Price. Above. Dick Reed at the plate got a hit and scooted for first, right. Coach Darrel Warren and Co-captain Tom Warren are at right. 92 Gene Shaw Right Field Les Smith Second Base Tom Cronk First Base Eddie Serrano Catcher Dick Reed Pitcher Robert Davis First Base Jerry Alstatt Utility Dennis Price Right Field Mr. Darrell Warren Coach, Outfield Larry Reed Second Base Glenn Erkman Center Field Glenn Ross Pitcher Kris Keith Left Field Ray Ball Catcher Gene Shaw Right Field Gene Miles Catcher Terry Chesney Left Field Tom Warren Third Base Dick Reed Dennis Price Tom Warren Co-captain 93 Four Winged Racers Entered State Meet 94 X lee t-footed fliers of the cindered oval wound up an eight-meet cal- endar with four men participating in the stale track meet in Boulder May 23. Kent Tompkins, Byron Kelly, Gerald Clawson and Thomas Groves, Fruita's 880-yd. relay squad, along with Coach Jack Pollock, attended the Boulder meet. The relay runners, right opposite, were champs at the AA qualifying meet in Grand Junction. Clawson also broke the school record in the triple jump with a 43-fool, 2-inch leap combination. Tompkins, Groves and Kelly ran the 100, 220; Groves also went 440. Larry Reed, top, left, with Coach Pollock, went the two mile distance; Don Reasoner. left, ran the half-mile. Jim Stockert. be- low, went two miles; Duane Keifer ran the half-mile and Joe Jones tossed the discus. At middle left, Byron Kelly and Thomas Groves at- tempt to qualify in the 100. At bottom, Byron Kelly assesses his team's win in the 880. At bottom, right. Kent Tompkins starts the 880. Wil- liams put the shot; Dave Jacquez pole vaulted and Beckstein ran the half-mile. Coach Jack Pollock's track and field squad, impov- erished through lack of senior participation, com- piled an impressive record without help from upper- classmen. Gerald Clawson and Thomas Groves, be- low. exchanged the baton while runners from oppos- ing squads anxiously awaited their teammates still puffing in Clawson's dust. Fruita's speedy underclass cinder aocs sparkled in pre-state qualifying competi- tion. Cindermen Outran the Clock Gerald Clawson Coach Jack Pollock Travis Williams Larry Reed David Jacquez Eddie Serrano Joe Beckstein Travis Williams Gerald Clawson Eddie Serrano Lincoln Park May 17, 1968 Coach Jack Pollock and the Fruita cindermen traveled to Grand Junction May 17 to vie in the A A qualifying meet preparatory to state competi- tion. Taking a breather at Lincoln Park, left, are Travis Williams. Thomas Groves, Gerald Claw- son and Kent Tompkins. Fruita showed well at Grand Junction, but did not outdistance top squads in team points. Tennis Coach Marion Littlcpage presented varsity letters to six netmen at an impromptu awards assembly in January. Larry Reed and Dale Tompkins were two of the recipients who earned court honors. N eophyte netmen slammed through a hastily contrived ten- nis schedule aiming not so much at victory as at gaining experi- ence. Off to a late start, netmen worked in the tutelage of Coach Marion Littlcpage. whose return to Fruita in '67 offered tennis buffs an opportunity to compete in interschool play. Squad members were Joe Al Carbajal, Tom Cronk. Joe Orr. Larry Quimby. Larry Reed. Larry Stutler. Dale Tompkins and Kent Tompkins. In the win-loss department, Fruita was not a threat; however, with a full summer's workout, the coach and team expect to upset several tough squads in 68- 69. Competition was keen; squadmen profited from it. 97 c ouncilmen plunged inio the business of law- making bolstered by personal example. Faced with numerous pending issues early in the year, Fruita's student council tackled homecoming first, giving consideration to date, parade, dance, concessions, queens and myriad other pressing items. With home- coming still smoldering on the bonfire ashes, policy legislators began planning for Fruita’s participation in the Western Colorado Student Council Associa- tion convention, held this year in Grand Junction. Wildcat councilmen sent a delegation of six to the weekend series of seminars. Patty Maluy. Barb Hill, Jeanne Hciny, Tom Warren. Syd O'Connor and Mr. William Silliman were there. Plagued with a necessity to meet regularly, the coun- cil ran into difficulty with its 3:05 p.m. schedule which not only conflicted with opportunity period, but with almost every other activity in the organiza- tion spectrum. Absenteeism, although not serious, was like a gadfly. Above arc Mr. William Silliman. Joe Orr and Gary Barcus. Student council attempted to improve participation with an evaluation sheet. Above are Marie Downs, Kent Tompkins, Butch Bartman and Tom Evans. 102 PRESIDENT TOM WARREN: “Looking back over the year, I have en- joyed my moments in student government. It has been a rewarding experience which I shall never forget. When I was elected last year, I thought I was alone in the world. The position of Head Boy was a serious post, but attending a national student council conference at Estes Park gave me the confidence and momentum to serve. was committed to learn all I could quickly to build a good student council. I am hap- py to have been a part of this year's coun- cil. The experience and joy will continue in my memory. I hope the future councils continue to grow with the school and to provide the leadership so necessary for this progress. Student Council Set Examples, Then Made Laws Joe Al Carbajal OPPOSITE. TOP Jackie Guccini Judy Lamar Barb Hill Kent Tompkins Larry Stutler Evelyn Sanchez ABO VE: Wayne Fry Larry Stutler Kent Tompkins AT LEFT: Jan Canfield 103 Student policy makers met with unequalled regu- larity each Tuesday at 3:05 to consider a variety of issues facing student body members. Council- men Linda Cole and Ken Wright, top. left, helped formulate new regulations governing student elec- tions. At lop, center, are Tom Evans and Butch Bartman: at top. right, is Student Body President Tom Warren. Lawmakers Revamped Dance Policy Law makers handled everything from homecoming to student dress regula- tions, and most important, they tried to provide a worthwhile example in all areas of human relations. At bottom, left, arc Tom Evans. Joe Al Carbajal and Joe Orr; at center, left, is Tom Cronk. who heard the call of springtime just beyond the window; above: Larry Stutler. Kent Tompkins. 104 Student Government Student Councilmcn joined other arca schools in a fund-raising drive to help build a classroom complex overseas. In support of the plan. Fruila poured talent into a four-school pool which toured to all participating sites with a program of mu- sic. song, dance and patter. A SI000 goal w'as not reached, but the project remains in effect for 1968-69. Above arc council members Syd O'Connor. Jeanne Heiny; Judy Lamar; Tom Cronk and sponsor Mr. William Silliman. top. In center row arc Jackie Guccini. Kent Tompkins and Butch Bartman; Mr. Silliman and Clarence Ross; Patty Maluy. Barb Hill and Jeanne Heiny. Paulic Snook, Lois Young. Butch Bartman and Joe Orr. bottom row. served the council in '68. 105 Sun-washed in the golden hope of a second state championship in as many gridiron seasons. Fruita raced frantically to hail Autumn. Finally, tangy eve- nings followed after days of red and yellow. Football and homecoming were the talk of the day; for bands- men, the tempo of the times was march, march. march in preparation for Wildcat halftime shows. Precise Drum Major Linda Charlcsworth stepped out smartly and carried a big stick parading 41 blue- and-whitc uniformed musicians fielded by newcomer Music Maestro Richard Roy. Sartorially Splendid Until The Big September Rain Robust Musicians Left Gridirons Gyrating Twirlers Faye Kelley and Donna Raff, along with Drum Major Linda Charlcsworth, flashed batons of silver and gold to move musicians in a hectic pace; then the trio took a break for gab and gossip. They like to play, said Director Richard Roy of the marching music-makers who took to the field amid reflections in burnished brass. And Faye Kelley, al- though she traded a clarinet for a silver baton during pigskin parades, was as spirited as the big bass drum. Mr. Roy displayed a fondness for describing the 67- 68 bandsmen as ‘robust’; they were all that and avid, too. At the annual fall band clinic, all but two showed up to blow, true blue. Highly touted for their tooting, the cornet section received an extra laurel wreath from Maestro Rich- ard Roy who commended the quintet of trumpctccrs not only for its musicianship but also for its ability to inspire the agregation as it tramped through the dusty hours of practice afield. Hornmcn who jazzed- up the blue and white in the season of the shrinking suits were Pat Rich. Harry Oliver. Bob Armenta. Bob DeCamp and Joe Orr. 107 Fired, often, by the drum section, musicians had a ball at the sprinkling of pep assemblies where the pep band made more noise than the rest of the school combined. Drummers were Joe Muths, Mary Kozoil. Glenn Frkman. Dan Daniels and Jon Johnson. Wildcats Cheered Christmas Concert Challenged first by a destructive rain which not only dampened spirits but worked woe with uniforms. Wildcat bandsmen swallowed hard and went on play- ing while collars curled and colors ran rampant. The early September downfall failed to stymie musicians who. undaunted, continued with preparations for the annual band clinic in Grand Junction. Friday after Friday the blue and white tone technicians lugged instruments back and forth across Phillip Griebel Field in a flurry of precision maneuvers to provide fans with halftime entertainment throughout the football season. Band Parents, as always, came for- ward to save the day following the band’s loss of lustre from playin' in the rain. Revamped and water- proofed, the uniforms were never neater than when the curtain opened on trim musicians who made the Christmas Concert the greatest ever. Director Rich- ard Roy scheduled three concerts during the year, and in the spring, all effort was directed toward ton- ing up for the yearly tournament set for May 4. 108 Music Master Richard Roy, a newcomer to the Wildcat scene, praised student instrumentalists both for their vitality and for the pleasure he derived from working with them. Mr. Roy singled out senior Lin- da Charlcsworth. below, as an invaluable aide. In class or on the parade ground of the gridiron. Donna Raff and Faye Kelley were continually talk- ing. Below arc members of the band's high woodwind section: Barbara Bilycu. Jack Durrett. Joe Beckstein. Marie Downs. Tim Arpke. Carol Fry, Marlene Smith and Janet Siddens. Iv. apt with attention, three charming artists of the saxophone lend an car to Joe Carbajal. Sally Brach, Marlene McBride and Fran Youngfind delight in Joe's antics, but seem hesitant to believe everything says. Members of the low brass section, bottom, guffaw with Cheryl Lorimcr. With Cheryl arc Steve Wassam. Dale Tompkins. Larry Quimby and Joe Jones. 110 A Dream Come True Three Music Masters Reached for a Star And Found it in Their Grasp F ruita Wildcats, through a tradition of fine foot- ball. have become connoisseurs and avid boosters of the sport. But at Fruita in 67, football meant more than just football. The student body turned out in droves to cluster around elite pepstcrs and there to cheer the marching band, munch popcorn, spill Cokesand to laugh the afternoon away. Hours of drill by the marching musicians was as appreciated as a well-executed end-around. I I igh on the list of band activities in the season of “Reach the Impossible Star.” were the arrival of expected invitations to vie for berths with the West- ern State College Honor Band. Faye Kelley. Joye Shaw and Joe Orr all succeeded in landing select pos- itions with the coveted group. Senior and leader of the band for three years. Drum Major Linda Char- lesworth, said goodbye, and Phillip Griebel Field lay silent for the summer. lS o the year passed and was waved along as it fleeted from sight. For the bandsmen it was both a challenging and an exciting time. Mr. Richard Roy often expressed his pleasure with a group which per- formed at its best continually. With the new director came new techniques, a new vitality and new uni- forms. in part. By homecoming time the new boss had already established a sense of camaraderie w hich musicians reciprocated in kind. Band was enjoyable, the music-makers agreed, because the instructor cared and it showed. Ill A jovial sestet comprising the cornet and French horn section exchanged quips during a respite in the rivalry. Among the group were Calvin Williams. Fred Meyer. Steve Laimbock. Glenn While. Larry Noetzelmann and Bryan Beck. W hile open-mouthed fans rooted Wildcats to a lop- sided victory over Hotchkiss. Larry Quimby, top left, refused to be deterred by the action. Instead, he gave his all to a horrific blast of the horn in a gridiron so- liloquy. Aligned in a double column, above, bands- men and Drum Major Linda Charlesworth await the return of Fruita's pigskin packers to the field. A Panel of Austere Judges Waved A Magic Baton Over Fruita— Bryan Beck Won A Chair At All-State 112 f orming the Wildcat “W” 41 music-makers signalled a farewell to football in November, then turned attention toward the concert season. Bryan Beck, a top-(light mu- sician carried the Fruita banner to Denver where he played with the All-state Purple Band, a singular honor. Wildcat Marching Band Richard Roy. Director M ay 4 found musicians back where they had begun in march formation as area bands con- verged upon Lincoln Stadium for the annual band tournament. Earilicr in the season Director Richard Roy had said that Fruita would be prepared to make a morc-than-rcspectablc showing, and he was correct in his prejudgement. Musicians who marched with the blue and white in 67 and again in the spring were, from the left: Cheryl Lorimer, Joe Orr. Carol Fry. Marlene Smith. Larry Noet lcmann. Marie Downs. Bob DeCamp. Barbara Bilyeu. Fran Young. Janet Siddcns. Jack Durrctl, Tim Arpkc. Joe Beckstcin. Sail) Brach. Marlene McBride. Jon Johnston. Dan Daniels. Glenn Erkman. Joe Muths, Mary Koziol. Pat Rich, Calvin Williams. Glenn White. Dale Tompkins, Larry Quimby, Steve Wassam. Harry Oliver, Steve Laimbock. Fred Meyer, and Joe Jones. In the foreground are twirlers Donna Raff and Faye Kelley, along with Drum Major Linda Charlcsworth. Not pictured are John Orr. Gene Shaw. Gary Barcus. Jove Shaw and Verda Shaw 113 Room 100, sovereign domain of German Club, wore its varicolored window decorations distinct in themselves like a pair of spats. Behind the out- ward show of paper aplomb German Club met to plan a faculty tea, to discuss Color Guard ups and downs and to further students' understanding of a Teutonic tongue. Dapper John Orr was the club's chief executive; Dennis Rcthcrford held the vice- president's chair. Secretarial duties fell to Sheila Sewell, and Naomi Oliver was treasurer. Mr. Gerald Decker, instructor of German, was sponsor of the group. All students enrolled in German classes were inducted into the club. Members distinguished the club through the admirable Color Guard team Mike Koenig and Swany Monger. ROW TWO: Sheila Sewell, Ray Chesney, Sponsor Mr. Gerald Decker. President John Orr. John Reynolds and Ernie Boswell. ROW THREE: Bill Williams, Steve Hoback. Tom Cronk, Stan Koziol. Treasurer Naomi Oliver and newly elected president for ’68-'69, Larry Stutler. BOTTOM ROW: Vice-president Den- nis Retherford, Robert Martin, Robert Garcia and Larry Watkins, Debbie Craig and Don Wyncoop, followed by Nan- cy Richardson. German Club like Spanish Club, produced a foreign language newspaper designed to add interest and meaning to the language study. Der Adler featured cartoons with German captions and club news items of an informa- tive or humorous nature. 114 Color Guard: Glen Downer, John Reynolds, Thomas Douglas and Ken Sehave. German Club Hoisted The Colors With Dignity At Wildcat Activities I .ollicking German Club members: TOP ROW: Dave Jacquez, Lavonne Brownell and Norman Vincent. ROW TWO: Doris Park. Paula Kochevar. Robert Garcia. ROW THREE: Carol Fry, Rhondy Groves and Kathy McIntyre. BOTTOM ROW: Marlene McBride, Susan Withrow and Danny Sullivan. Left are Kathy McIntyre. Dale Tompkins, Greg Brown and Paula Kochevar in huddle. I TOP ROW AT RIGHT: Janet Rowe Lennie Rich Bonnie Martin SECOND ROW: Ethel Meryhew Sherryl Evers Joann Jacquez THIRD ROW: Gayle Buniger “Little People Mariam Mosher BOTTOM ROW: Sharia Smith Marilyn Richards Lennie Rich Sharlyn Allen typified Drill Team's quiet determina- tion to exemplify the best in Wildcat tradition. Mari- lyn Richards was secretary-treasurer; Sharia Smith, points chairman and Mariam Mosher, reporter. T etween halves, neither rain nor mud nor a show- er of pennies could stay the Drill Team from its ap- pointed routines. Given to boosting spirit and foster- ing sportsmanship, thirteen Wildcats parading with pompons smiled at a heckling crowd and built a rain- bow of spirit which they tried in vein to share with others at FHS. Members practiced an average of three hours in preparing each review often the group, sponsored by Mrs. Dolores Moyer, left, at- tempted to revitalize marching maneuvers with all- new material. Drill Team offered girls the opportuni- ty to work together building sportsmanship and to share in the heartbreak and the knowledge that they, at least, had tried. Plans for the 1968-69 season call for an increased membership to 24, four of whom will be alternates. Petit and precise. Drill Team per- formed at Palisade by invitation before an enthusias- tic audience January 6. In February, six of the corps attended Mesa College's annual dinic. Sarah Mus- sclman and Janet Rowe served as drill leaders in 1968. 116 Sarah Mussclman Sharlyn Allen Sharia Smith Gayle Buniger Mariam Mosher Joan Walton A Hail Of Pennies Could Not Dampen Drill Team Anne Mosher and DianaCol- lins in a jocular vein. Outdoors again following a long winter's workout confined to the gym. Girls Athletic Association officers luxuriated in the sun. at right, top. Among the officer-athletes in culottes this season were Shar- on Myers, president; Sally Brach, vice-president; Anne Mosher, secretary; Cecilia Silva, treasurer; Faye Kelley, points secretary, and Diana Collins, sports manager. Cecilia Silva, center, right, armed with a disarming grin and a fearsome finger, chides Sharon Myers, who giggled and missed her shot. At immediate right arc Verda Shaw calling for the ball under a clear basket, and Sally Brach. ready for a fast break. Sally was sheer lightning in pink bows and feminine fluff. Heralding a change of philosophy from boys athletics where they stayed in shape to play hard, girls of GAA played hard to stay in shape and because they discovered a rapport through friendly competition which enhanced their joy of striving, not only in athletics, but in all phases of doing, growing, becoming. Mrs. Penny Pulliam, who was mistaken for a new student her first day on the job, spon- sored the lively go-go-girls. A series of playdays pitted Fruita with neighboring schools to compete in basketball, volley- ball. badminton and track and field events. One volleyball team won eight out of nine games; Sharon Myers placed second in badminton singles, while Sally Brach and Joye Shaw placed fourth in doubles. At year's end Sponsor Pulliam named four outstanding athletes: Verda Shaw. Vickie Holt, Faye Kelley and Sharon Myers. Girls' Athletic Association Girls Played Hard to Stay ‘in 118 After a fiery workout in which razzle-dazzle foot- work was paramount, this mischievous crew of pixies sat gracefully for a formal portrait. GAA members here are, from the front. Diana Collins. Sharon Mosher. Holt. Kie- Myers. Joye Shaw. Verda Shaw. Rita Kiefer, Cecilia fer, Silva, Dick and Silva, Charlotte Dick. Anne Mosher. Vickie Holt Mrs. Pulliam. and Sally Brach. Their nonchalance, however, was characteristic only on the sidelines, never in play. LEFT: Charlotte Dick Vickie Holt Joye Shaw Verda Shaw Sally Brach Cecilia Silva 119 I ■ inguists from Mrs. Karen Patterson's Spanish classes carried language study beyond daily sessions to regular meetings of Spanish Club, presided over by Jake Vigil. The club combined social affairs, busi- ness meetings and community service with further pursuit of a language and those w ho claim Spanish as the mother tongue. Gene Shaw served as vice-presi- dent: he and Cathy Landini were honored as the club's Fall Festival King and Queen. A spring picnic and an end-of-thc-ycar trip to El Charro for dinner highlighted Spanish Club's calendar. Rosabell Sanchez Genevieve Martinez Mr. and Mrs. Patterson Gene Shaw Cathy Landini Jim Sanchez Joan Walton Cathy Landini Anna Vigil Rachel Ukele Joe Al Carbajal. Swany Monger. Aldcn Chesney. Rhondy Groves and Stan Koziol attended Spanish Club's fall ball. Candy Medina Marie Reed Vicki Marquez Jim Sanchez Rosabell Sanchez Don Murray Cathy Gallegos Marie Reed Cheryl Lorimer RIGHT OF CENTER: Jake Vigil Genevieve Martinez Anna Vigil Cathy Gallegos Rhonda Mosher Jim Sanchez Evelyn Sanchez Anna Vigil Genevieve Martinez Jim Sanchez Jake Vigil, Chapter President 120 Rachel Ukclc, Cheryl Lorimer and Genevieve Martinez awaited the next dance at Spanish Club s first social of the 68 season Spanish Club Spoke in Favor Of Muchos Hotdogs And Cold Sodas 1968 Wildcat Staff We Were The‘Flashiest’ Group In School cdicated to hard work and goofing off. 23 Wildcat staffers met daily to compile the 68 pictorial record of Wildcats on the go. Below are Karen Case, sophomore editor; Linda Ball, activities chief; Mary Bennett, editor-in-chief; Lennic Rich, favorites edi- tor; Faye Kelley,subscription manager; Marilyn Richards, organizations head, and Terry Mc- Laughlin. endsheet chief. Opposite are Mary Lou Beebe, associate sports editor; Janette Clark. Faculty editor; Mr. Cromie. Donna Raff, sports editor; Terry McLaughlin. Janette Clark, Cinde Stark, index chief; Syd O’Connor, editor-in-chief, and Ken Wright, advertising manager. Photo-Journalists Followed Wildcats Through 180 Days Hciny: But I don't want to go out there alone! p A leading her case before sympathetic Mary Kay Mogcnscn and Sarah Mussclman. yearbook school life editor Jeanne Hciny, above, said she was reluc- tant to get out on the mat edge alone at the slope wrestling tourney; yet go she did, along with Lavonnc Brownell; their work begins on page 76. Wherever Wildcats went, staff members were there, too, re- cording the scene while others were making the scene. At left. Editor-in-chief Syd O’Connor confers with Theme Coordinator Yvonne Brownell. Business Manager Ken Wright, left, and his staff sold Eruita and Grand Junction on the Wildcat story for '68. Opposite, top. arc Cindy Stark, Adviser David Cromic. Sheila Hovland; center. Sheila Hovland. Donna Raff, sports editor; Janette Clark, faculty edi- tor; Nancy Walters, administration editor; below, Julianne Moore. Terry McLaughlin, Lavonne Brow- nell, Jeanne Heiny and Connie Wilson, who helped to cover Homecoming 68. After Registration Punch And Palaver National Honor Society Signed Fruita's Finest By Candlelight At mid-year Fruita’s Chapter of National Honor Society inducted new vitality into the rigidly select organization which recognizes scholarship, service, leadership and character among students. Mr. Ar- nold Hayes, chapter sponsor, welcomed new mem- bers and charged them to uphold the dignity and re- sponsibility of their new-won place in the academic society. Below, veteran members Clarence Ross and Barb Hill survey the refreshment table following formal initiation rites. At right. Anne Mosher, Signa Larraldc and Tom Sommerville lend a hand at the punch bowl. Below, right. Secretary Yvonne Brow- nell witnesses the registration of new member Terry Chesney, and Lavonne Brownell showers sunshine over the entire gathering. It was time to eat. r N 1 ever before have the ranks of fruita's chapter boasted such a complete assemblage of members who were not only scholastically at the head of the class, but who were also willing to make service more than an empty word mouthed in aping rote. Among the elite at the initiation ceremonies were Glenn Ross, Tim Tomlinson and Larry Stutter, above, chatting idly. At far left. Sponsor Mr. Arnold Hayes adresscs initiates and some parents before the candles were bla ed. At immediate left, hddie White. Steve Som- mers and Ken W'right heave-to at the punch bowl, most popular spot of the evening's array. 127 ruita's Chapter of National Honor Society doubled membership with initiation of 29 additional scholars. At top. left, arc Tim Tomlinson. Larry Stu- tlcr and Paul Kochcvar. Above, top, arc Chapter Vice-president David Roper. Ncta Young. Historian Patty Maluy, Treasurer Kathy Kochcvar and Secre- tary Yvonne Brownell. Avove arc Ken Wright, Naomi Oliver. Vicky Carnal. Judy Brach. Jo Adair Welch and Janet Siddens. Ncta Young is at left. Be- low. Principal Walden H. George chats with Marie Downs. Also below arc President John Orr. David Roper, Ncta Young. Patty Maluy and Kathy Ko- chcvar. At right John Orr and Anne Mosher. Paula Kochcvar and Janet Rowe discuss constitution changes. Patty Maluy is at bottom right. 128 X o insure retention of its elite status. National Honor Society, at the urging of Adviser Mr. Arnold Hayes, attacked six articles of the organization’s constitution. Under fire were both the 3.0 grade aver- age requirement for candidates, and the equal weight given toan A in physics as compared with an A in non-academic subjects like vocal music. Lively de- bate throughout four meetings resulted in a revision of entrance qualifications. At top are Sandi Bender, Jackie Guccini, Starla Garlick, Glenn Ross and Yvonne Brownell; also above arc Kathy Mason, Joe Orr, Cheryl Lorimcr and Dennis Rctherford. Left are Frank Fry, Marie Downs, Patti Combs, Bryon Kelley, Terry Chesncy, Yvonne Brownell and Sheila Sewell. Below, left, are Altarae Snyder, Karla Woy- nowskie. Below, too, are David Brantley, Trent Spra- dling, Paul Kochevar, Linda Guccini, Syd O’Connor, Les Smith, Jim Stockert and Byron Kelley, along with Sandie Bender, Syd O’Connor. 129 N ever was cooperation or diligence to a purpose so complete as when National Honor Society met to thrash over the constitution. Although absenteeism threatened the organization first semester, by spring a new vitality was apparent. Aware of apathy creep- ing into many organizations NHS leadership prompted society members to encourage both aca- demic excellence and participation by example rather than bombast. The February 20 initiation of new members proved a turning point; within two months, NHS approved an outstanding budget for ’69 with money allocated to send in-coming President Larry Stutlcr to a leadership seminar. Above is Kathy Ko- chcvar, along with Patti Combs and Terry Chcsncy. At top. right, arc Paul Kochcvar and Gaylcnc Gar- litz, then Ncta Young and Janet Rowe, followed by Lavonnc Brownell. Janet Siddcns, Mr. Arnold Hayes and Jo Adair Welch. James Burton and Sharia Smith arc next, then Trent Spradling, Ken Wright and Steve Sommers. At right arc Larry Watkins, Mari- lyn Richards. Sheila Sewell and Ellen McBride. 130 )ualms about becoming a sleeping giant soon disappeared when National Honor Society's new voices spoke out in terms which conveyed insight, desire to participate and a sense of responsibility In four quick-fire meetings, NHS moved to make its probationary period for any member extend over two quarters. Society leadership also look a long, hard look at teacher evaluation forms for candidates, then came up with a more thorough and more lengthy report questionnaire. Too, discussion centered on the need for a faculty council to review all tentative can- didates for admittance. Hardcore scholars voted to discount grades given to student assistants when con- sidering a student's eligibility. In a single season, NHS re-structured itself from within. Above arc Ter- ry Chcsncy, Yvonne Brownell, nd Judy Brach. enter- ing her name in the select register. Also above arc Patty Maluy and Vickie Holt. At left arc Chapter President John Orr, David Roper, Neta Young. Pat- ty Maluy, Yvonne Brownell. Marie Downs. Patti Combs and Terry Chcsncy. 131 Signa Larralde, MiSecretary iiavonnc Brownell. joints Chairman Syd O'Connor Donna Barbee 132 JL rofessing that hidden in the recesses of their de- sire was the sometimes urge to turn down the chalk - lusty road of the classroom teacher. 40 apprentice mentors met twice monthly to talk of curriculum guides, grades and methods in mode. No longer of the highbutton shoe variety, future school marms and masters faced in earnest the pressing problems con- fronting those who tomorrow will build new in-roads through America's blackboard jungles. Many were undecided about a career, and were classroom shop- ping. Others stood on the brink of the Great Adven- ture. JohnOrr President Future Teachers of America 133 Peggy Puls, Future Teachers of America historian, and Christine Radebaugh were present when the chapter discussed assembling a delegation from Frui- ta to attend the state-wide convention March 30 and 31 at Colorado State College in Greeley. Fruita final- ly. short on funds but long on imagination, sent nine FT A representatives to the conclave. Tuesday meetings were usually well attended by the more-than-lwenty active FTA members, which in- cluded Michele Thistle and Kathy Mason. FTA met twice monthly with President John Orr. Clarence Ross held the vice-president's post; Signa Larralde was secretary; Judy Brach was treasurer, and La- vonne Brownell was the organization’s points scorer. Faculty Members With Ugly Legs Boosted FTA Funds Comprised mostly of upperclassmen from the senior class, FTA did not bog down at mid-year. At right arc Donna Barbee, Julianne Moore, Mary Lou Beebe and Treasurer Judy Brach all senior mem- bers. 134 Originally sponsored by Mr. John E. Lcmckc, FTA sent a delegation to the regional convention in Rifle January 6. Following the untimely death of Mr. Lemckc. Mr. Tom Rienicts volunteered to serve the chapter as sponsor. Primary concern in the second semester was fund-raising to bolster its empty coffers prior to the Greeley conference in March. Paul Smith and Marilyn Richards, below, left, were active members present when guest speakers Mr. David Silver, Assistant Principal Mr. Charles Ever- ett and Counsellor Miss Marilyn Wallace addressed Future Teachers of America. Most meetings featured some kind of program in addition to business on the agenda. Actual teaching was the attraction. onjuring up ways and means lo supplement a sagging budget, FTA mem- bers hit upon a novel and imaginative ploy the “Ugly Legs contest in which facul- ty members and administrators participat- ed in the spirit of fun and finance. Al- though the legs were certainly ugly and were the topic of conversations for a week, FT A did not turn the excitement into cash; it was financially in ‘vein.' FTA aimed at inspiring students to consider the teaching profession, and to provide serious students with insight into the problems as well as the rewards of a teaching career. 135 A h, the pungent odor of garlic it clung to walls; it seeped into lockers; it lingered in every classroom. Slave Day! F- Club announced its new members in a manner no one could ignore. Spearheaded by gentleman Trent Spradling as organi- zation president, F-Club symbolized a personified view of ideals which Wildcats have traditionally held in common on the athletic field. More than a restricted group wearing Fruita's coveted “F,” although it was that, too, the club attempted, through senior leadership, to instill a transfer of the right way, the clean way to academic classrooms and to human relations with students and faculty. Clarence Ross held the vice-president's post; Steve Sommers was secretary and Dick Reed, treasurer. Coach Jack Pollock, along with Coaches Gerald Zybura and Lowry Bishop, was organization sponsor. F-Club: Sportsmanship As 136 a Way of Living Tom Warren Travis Williams David Roper Bill Williams Doug Bennetts Ray Young Robert Etcheverry Roger White Jim Stockert THE WILDCAT Steve Seal Kent Tompkins Gerald Clawson Clarence Ross Boyce Baker Mike Lehmann Don Bristol Dennis Price Sam Palmer Ray Chesney Tom Cronk Veleran r-Club advocate Stan Koziol provided initi- ate Kent Tompkins with a personalized demonstra- tion on becoming a member in good standing.'' F- Club's informal winter and spring capers featured candidates in jest-provoking garb, topped, always, with an onion medallion hung unceremoniously around fach would-be IcttermanVijeck. F-Cluh dou- bled ifc membership in 1968. ch Jack Pollock Coach Lowry Bishop, chief court mentor, served with Coach Jack Pollock as an associate sponsor of F- Club. Initate Dale Tompkins, grim but game, sport- ed the garb necessary to join with the elite. AT RIGHT: Swany Monger. Gary Barcus. Norman Vincent. Larry Reed, Wayne Fry. Ken Miller; BELO W: Larry Stutlcr. Steve Hoback. Chuck Greager. Dennis Rcthcrford, Vcrlan Goss, Mike Kochcvar, Larry Schavc, Micky Bosshardtand Glenn Ross. y far the largest organization active in '68 - especially after its May initiation F-Club threw all its burly and influential weight into promoting athlet- ics through sportsmanship, participation and more important, by interesting sophomores in the notion that varsity berths are open to any whocan do the job. Not prone to blowing its own horn as an organi- zation. F-Club quietly raised funds to purchase wal- kie-talkie sets for use on the gridiron sidelines. F- Club, unlike many other groups, sprinkled its mem- bership with a generous number of underclassmen who will provide vitality in the up-coming years in- stead of atrophy. January lent a helping hand to F-Club veterans who searched for original obstacles to place in the way of prospective members. Larry Schave, Mike Lehmann and Dennis Price were given an outdoor chore to round out their part in the joshing-before-joining. 138 TOP Kris Keith, Steve Sommers, Dick Nichucs, Butch Bartman, Crawford Clements; ROW TWO Ray Ball, Thomas Groves, Tom Evans. Chuck Rader, Roy Bailey; BOTTOM Dave Brantley. Lcs Smith, Tim Tomlinson, Dick Reed, Ernest Boswell. F-Club. in a second initiation frolic, in- ducted additional members in mid- May. 139 Girls’ Glee Club; Notetaking Was A Song Even rehearsals were noteworthy affairs in b-flat chatter. Mrs. Virginia Emrich, Director iris' Glee Club '68 featured a blending of dis- trict vocal skill and direction with unique selections in sound. Such a combination yielded up a music group heralded throughout the Fruita and Grand Junction communities for its enticing style, its crystal tones and its proof of practice. Directed by Mrs. Vir- ginia Emrich. vocal music department head, the songsters faced a full, yet varied schedule which con- tinually found the tightly knit group working to pre- pare for some coming event. 140 G leaning among the girls for vocal talent. Direc- tor Mrs. Virginia Emrich admitted 15 enthusiastic songsters to the minstrelsy through a trial in sound. Active members this season were Leanna Allison. Sandra Botkin, Sally Brach, Gayle Buniger. Jan Canfield. Donna Clawson. Patty Crcspin. Joyce Cole. Linda Cole, Wilma DcPricst. Barbara Jenkins. Naomi Neff. Joyce Parker, Priscilla Serrano. Ruby Vallcz, Costa Watson and Judy Weston. Linda Cole, club president, was complemented by Costa Watson who served as vice-president, and Jan Canfield, secre- tary-treasurer. Participation in the special music-ori- ented Thanksgiving and Christmas programs accent- ed a year filled with vibrant song. Girls of the choral amalgamation in tone also were on key to perform with the highly touted Music Department production of Rip Van Winkle, which rated sincere ovations from students and parents alike. Toward spring, girls warbled through the hours in rehearsal for the choral festival at which Mixed Chorus and Swing Choir were featured. 141 Dedicated gymnast, Sharon Myers, who practiced on the uneven parallel bars almost daily at Fruita, stands at attention to signal completion of her rou- tine on the wily apparatus. Sharon, along with Char- lotte Dick, was a ribbon winner at Central's district competition. She was outstanding. Gf iris’ gymnastics received a rejuvenat- ing shot in the arm this season from two sources: first, more girls participated, and second, Mrs. Penny Pulliam volunteered to assist original sponsor Mrs. Patricia Collister; this provided for more individu- al instruction. Girls participated in several clinics and meets, most significant of which was the March 2 district competi- tion at Central High School. There, Shar- on Myers won a third place award; Char- lotte Dick qualified to advance with a fifth place showing. Charlotte, Sharon and Vickie Holt attended Colorado's state qualifying meet in Golden March 30. Gymnastics moved ahead in '68 by leaps and bounds. 142 Myers, Dick Placed A t District Meet Fruita’s Charlotte Dick, below, top, accompanied the squad to Central High School where a district qualifying meet brought together Western Colorado's best high-flying talent. Mrs. Penny Pulliam, below, center, reviews scoring sheets with Sally Brach and Sharon Myers following the morning's opening events; gymnastics, like wrestling, finds the ath- lete in an arena alone, where all judging eyes are on one person and form is so important. At bottom. Charlotte Dick and Sharon Myers study an opponent. Wildcat Gymnasts Vickie Holl showed excellent form, below, as she flew through the side horse vault phase of competition at Central. At the height of her jump. Vickie's balance was not carrying her out of alignment with her path of flight At right. Sharon Myers and Charlotte Dick stand in the awards line-up following the Central meet. Sally Brach begins an upward ap- proach over the horse. Vickie Hole. Charlotte Dick and Sharon Myers jaw with sponsor Mrs. Penny Pulliam between rounds. Terry Mc- I aughlm, bottom, works on the balance beam. Balanced Skill With Charm Three A w ards for Excellence Gaylene Garlitz Feature Editor Nancy Arbogast Reporter Lavonne Brownell Sports Editor Mr. David Cromie Adviser ROW TWO Leslie Salthouse Finance Officer Jo Adair Welch Distribution Manager Carol Fry Assistant Advertising Chief Janet Siddens Feature Editor RO W THREE Vicky Carnal Co-editor Steve Hoback, Joe Beckstein Beat Chief, Layout Mary Bennett Copy Supervisor Joe A1 Carbajal, Joann Jacquez Teen Page Stringers Newsmen Headlined Antics Of a Wildcat World in ’68 BOTTOM ROW Yvonne Brownell Art Editor Geri Brach Advertising Staff Kathy Buhler Photographer Jeri Andersen Reporter 144 Signa Larralde Human Interest Judy Smith Advertising Chief Vicky Carnal Ramrod Q L- triving to keep tabs on the wily Wildcats through a year of continual achievement salted with the unusual and the unexpected proved a challenge to newsmen who were often left breathless but never without words for the occasion. Staff members nine- teen in number, headed up by Editors-in-chief Vicky Carnal and Stan Eisenach, published a total of 52 pages recounting the exploits, the joys and the frus- trations of a school on the go. Aiming always at serv- ice, coupled with entertainment and variety. The Wildcat's Beat attempted to provide leadership through its editorial columns, to direct students to the best bargains in town through its advertising and to record the pulscbeat of a growing, going Wildcat community through its news reporting. As a result. The Wildcat's Beat brought home three significant awards in 68. It won first place honors in the Colora- do Press Assn. Division I competition among schools of all sizes through Colorado State University's 13th Annual J-Days judging; and the Beal also won a First Class Honor Rating given by the National Scholastic Press Assn. Vicky Carnal and yearbook Editor Syd O'Connor, along with Adviser Mr. David Cromie. attended the NSPA convention in Chicago. Seniors Signa Larralde, Lavonne and Yvonne Brownell and Ad Chief Judy Smith devoted countless hours to making the Fruita High newspaper a winner. Edito- raial pencils passed to juniors Gayienc Garlitz and Janet Siddcns with Carol Fry in line for the post of advertising manager. The Wildcat's Beat Co-editors Stan Eisenach and Vicky Carnal: In Time For the Deadline Stan Eisenach and Vicky Carnal edit last minute copy before moving to the Fruita Times for a late-hour session of page make-up. Mr. Mike Bonan. Times pub- lisher, was both an invaluable assistance and a true friend to FHS staff members. Often he turned the other wav. pretending not to notice pied type! 145 International Relations Club Probed People While International Relations Club examined problems facing the world-at-large, apathy slipped into happenings-at-home to leave the organization in the throes of a dwindling membership, a lack of underclassmen, and a disinterested following. Presi- dent Trent Spradling urged sophomores to join the worth- while club in 1968-69; he cited numerous valid reasons in sup- port of his plea, foremost of which concerned IRC’s striving to present participating members with a view of the world, its problems, its cultures and its need for an understanding popu- lace. The IRC officer corps, left, was made up of Trent Spra- dling at the fore; Steve Sommers won a post as vice-president and Mary Lou Beebe was the group's secretary-treasurer. Eddie White was points chairman. Mary Lou. Jackie Guccini and Janet Rowe are below. IRC: A World In View Sponsors Mr. Leonard Davis and Mr. Larry Ingram, above, stressed the need for close communication between individuals and between nations. IRC invited a Mesa College student from Iran and a 4-H ex- change student from Finland to address Fruita's chapter. A series of regional and state conferences are on tap for '68-’69; although Fruita made no journeys this year, the possibility of doing so was anoth- er strong point in President Spradling's appeal to tentative members. Members above, left, are Linda Guccini, Signa Lar- ralde, Harry Oliver and Jackie Guccini, after a good look at the world. 146 Library Club book enthusiasts invited the faculty to lea during National Library Week. April 21-27. Mrs. Emma Lou Hurt, librarian and club sponsor, below, along with members, dis- played the most recently acquired books at FHS. Dracula Smashed Library Club's Book Fair Sales Mark Promoting an interest in reading books, club participants also gave attention to the ups and downs of librarianship. Fruita’s annual book fair, a Library Club project, provided organizational funds for the pur- chase of the LIFE History of the United Slates, with records. Several members at- tended the Western Slope Student Librari- ans' Assn, convention at Battle Mountain High School, April 6. Making the trip were Cheryl Lorimer, Rita Kiefer, Marie Reed, Mariam Mosher, Michele Thistle and Joe Orr. Rita Kiefer, Library Club secretary-treasurer, and Leora Valencia add a new number to the card files, above. At right arc Marie Reed. Cheryl Lorimer and Historian Michele Thistle. Club President Wayne Schafer, below, at left, pre- pares to straighten the library's pamphlet files, an often-used service. 147 Sponsor, Miss Sue Alexander TOP ROW: Cindy Stark David Roper Michele Thistle Steve Valencia Frank Spears Eddie White Gene Shaw Glenn Erkman ROW TWO: Michele Thistle David Roper Clyde Haller Gene Shaw Glenn Erkman Dan McDonald Larry Stutler Thespians Supped at Cindy’s Long hours of quality production on stage and behind the scenes that was the “Open Sesame to gain admittance into Fruita’s Chapter of National Thespians. Miss Sue Alexander, spon- sor of the Wildcat scions of Janus, held rigidly to requiring all prospective can- didates to amass ten points each rep- resenting five hours of work on a theat- rical production in order to become eligible for membership. The troupe was both elite and dedicated, a fact which gave club leaders an edge in maintaining activity within the ranks. David Roper was president in ’68; Dan McDonald was chapter vice-president, and Syd O'Connor served as secretary. Cindy Stark kept tabs on club money; Judy Smith, student director, also tal- lied the points. Providing outlets in a wide range of creative areas. Thespians turned to fund-raising to send Fruita’s outstanding speech team to the state competition in Boulder. BOTTOM ROW: Frank Spears Marilyn Richards Glenn Erkman Gene Shaw Miss Sue Alexander Marilyn Richards Glenn Erkman Gene Shaw Romanoff And Juliet 148 Swing Choir Hip warblers of golden tones were Butch Bartman, Tom Warren. Mike Kelley, Bob Ulibarri, Dennis Price. Tom Sommervillc. Joe Al Carbajal. Linda Cole. Joyce Cole, Jeannie Waggoner, Kathy Mason, La- vonne Brownell, Yvonne Brownell, Elean- or Rodrequez, Susan Kettle, Judy Wes- ton, Susan Andrews and Director-spon- sor, Mrs. Virginia Emrich. New outfits added a debonairc appearance. 149 Founded First By Mr. John E. Lem eke Fran Young quipped about her latest experiment with David Roper and Neta Young during a Science Club lab session. Mr. Tom Lounghridgc served the organization as sponsor throughout second semester. Where There’s Smoke, There’s Silence shattered through conversational murmurs and blended with heavy breathing while Larry Reed, given the honor of pouring, took his task seriously. John Orr. Mike Koenig. Ken Wright. Signa Larralde and Naomi Oliver kibitzed from the corners. Science Club All fired up over his work, Jerry Cox grimaces inlo a desk-top inferno which resulted in heated jibes from the on-lookers. Peering through the haze is Dick Reed; at left is Neta Young. Paul Smith, trance-like, reserves his comments. At right. Science Club offi- cers run a quick inventory of available supplies. Anne Mosher was the group's secretary; David Roper headed up the organization as president; Karla Woy- nowskie was treasurer and John Orr handled duties of vice-president. Mr. John Lemckc was the original and founding sponsor. S cicnce Club, affiliated with the National Science Club of America, aimed at furthering both the inter- est and the experience of students attracted to chem- istry, physics, mathematics and the related sciences. Members of the Fruita Chapter included: Jim Bur- ton. Ken Wright. Fran Young. Jerry Cox. Tom Cronk. Sharia Smith. Janet Rowe. Naomi Oliver. Gene Shaw. Joe Orr. Glenn Erkman. Judy Smith. Anne Mosher, Mike Cole. Ruby Russell and Dennis Retherford. Also members were Mary Koziol. Todd Crouse. Judy Brach, Wes White, Roger White. Paul Smith. David Roper. Sheryl Arbogast. Dale Tomp- kins. Earnest Boswell. Diane Raff, Linda Meinsen. Neta Young, Signa Larralde. Marilyn Richards. Larry Stutlcr. Sandra Bender. John Orr. Mike Ko- enig, Karla Woynowskie. Larry Reed. Joyc Shaw. Mariam Mosher and Eddie White. Below. Mr. Tom Loughridge reshuffles the order of containers left awry by Signa Larralde. Wes White and Larrv Stu- tler examine acids carefully, and Todd Crouse. Jerry Cox and Mike Cole joke it up before they smoke it up. A one dollar membership fee and an interest in sci- ence were all that Science Club required of prospec- tive experimenters. Easy conversation and the ex- change of classroom chatter always followed meet- ings. Patty Maluy. Marilyn Richards and Mike Ko- enig. finished with individual projects, above, gabbed. Below, left, are John Orr, Janet Rowe and Joe Orr; immediately below are Mike Koenig, Paul Smith. Neta Young. Sharia Smith, Joye Shaw, Mariam Mosher. Sandra Bender, Mr. Tom Loughridge and Todd Crouse. 152 Sandra Bender, Eddie White and Mariam Mosher share information, above. Although Fruita's lab was not excessively elaborate by any standards, it was well equipped. At left is Sharia Smith: below, left, is avid science student Karla Woynowskie. K icking through snow on a glazed winter evening, nearly 40 science enthusiasts trudged to FHS to meet with Sponsor Mr. John E. Lemcke and later with Mr. Tom Loughridge. All with common goals at least for the duration of a meeting — students heard lec- tures from visiting authorities, viewed films and worked on indi- vidual projects. Well attended. Sci- ence Club did not list many “inac- tive members. In 1968 Fruita's Science Club affiliated itself with National Science Club, and it mus- tered together S50 in contribution toward the John E. Lemcke Rotar- ian Scholarship. Largely comprised of upperclassmen, this organization could boast that most of those graduating seniors who received college scholarships were listed on its '68 rolls. The club provided a gathering together of the academi- cally minded to share, question, discuss and come to know more about the worlds in which they lived and those they would build. 153 Roger White Lois Young Linda Guccini Trent Spradling Judy Lamar Sandra Bender Steve Sommers Tim Tomlinson Eddie While Trent Spradling Tim Tomlinson Sandra Bender Jackie Guccini Tim Tomlinson Glenn Ross Tim Tomlinson Marilyn Richards Sandra Bender French Club Gourmets Set A Tasty Table Vivacious Juliannc Moore shared a box of goodies with French Club enthusiasts Judy Lamar and San- dra Bender at the organization's spring eat-in. In addition to its patio party, the club also planned for an elaborate feast featuring French cuisine. Each member whetted his appetite, then asked, “Who's in charge? “I thought you were, each replied. 154 Trent Spradling, Eddie White, Tim Tomlinson and Steve Sommers thumbed through a French language magazine used to cover a copy of Play- boy. Veteran instructor of foreign languages. Miss Bil- lie June Means, below, served as sponsor for French Club an organization which remained active while others lost both lure and members. French Club President Linda Guccini. along with Ju- lianne Moore, exchanged quips during lighthearted table talk at French Club's spring outing. Linda's active leadership was seen in many phases of Wildcat goings-on throughout her senior year at FHS. S ince ardent students in Miss Billie June Means' French classes often discussed French food in pursuit of mastering a language, it was natural that someone suggest that it would be nice to sample some real French cooking. The idea went over with gusto, but the inconvenience of serving a multi- course meal in French class seemed a deterring factor in an otherwise admirable plan. French Club grabbed at the idea and with visions of viands extraordinary wafting through their minds, fam- ished French students waited for the call to dinner. A mix-up in primary responsibility ensued: no one admitted to being in charge of preparations. Yet French Club pulled it off, and the meal was all they had expected. Marilyn Rich- ards was vice-president; Sandra Bender, secretary: Patty Maluy, treasurer. 155 Seniors May 29, 1968 — Graduation, Then . . . Goodbye! Leadership within the senior class this year spotlighted Clarence Ross in the role of president. Ken Miller held the vice-president's position, while Eddie White was the recorder Naomi Oliver watched over finances for the Class of '68 Sponsors were Mr Clifford Moore. Mrs. Karen Patterson. Mr Gerald Decker and Mr William Trump. Steve Allen Edward Alstatt Jeri Linn Andersen Sand JJy Jy Susan Andrews Nanew Arhoi'.tsl Robert Armenta Judith Arleen Brach Ron Ciene Bailev rietle jjJjiiiu LJndaJJaM Sallv Bra Donna Barbee John Bartman Marv I on ftyhj; Lavonne Brownell 158 of the Blue and White. Initiation into the clan came swiftly for the novice ‘Cats. Homecoming provided that intangible catalyst which caused individuals to join hands and become a team with common goals. So well did the bond within the ranks hold that this new. unruly and uncertain class emerged from the float competition with a first place award for “Rock- et to Victory, a theme which has been symbolic of the class to its final graduation day. In years follow- ing. “Peanuts Spiritmint, and “Noxon’s Victory Brew. earned second place merits. Car Bash Paid for a Final Outing in the Sun Wildcat’s Beat co-editor Stan Eisenach, along with human interest editor Signa Larralde. hand-sets a headline for the award-winning newspaper. Seniors held top posts on all student publications in '68. I ockct to Victory that’s how it all began. In the Sweet Shop autumn of 1965. when the season was sharp with the tang of Cokes and chatter, nearly 130 sophomores stood on the threshold to the golden years. They were the Class of ’68. Compelling was the lore of the Wildcat; magical was the allure of FHS tradition, and suddenly they were a part of it! FHS rolled out its well-worn welcome mat for the newcomers who looked up with admiration and looked ahead with foresight to the time when they, too. would splash their indelible marks in the annals Yvonne Brcmndl James Burton M;irvin ( :u } Diana Collins ji|rr nr A1 C ;trh;ii;il vjrhU iminl Steve Cunk-N I iniiiiCharlcsworth Pnrn'j SSSmb Linda Jeann Cole C;.ml n Coup David Roper, above, as well as Syd O’Connor. John Orr. opposite, and Linda Guccini, below, all earned special recognition from Fruita’s Chamber of Com- merce which presented them with “Outstanding Stu- dent” awards. Mr. Pete Gilman made the presenta- tions. During the Golden Years at FHS Leadership Was Their Finest Gift A zest for achievement typified Fruita’s graduating Class of ’68. David Roper and John Orr set a blister- ing pace. Both attained finalist’ status in the rugged National Merit Scholarship competition. Signa Lar- raldc received a letter of commendation for her ef- forts in those same trials. Eddie White and Signa earned unparalleled esteem from the community’s BPO Elks who awarded “Most Valuable Student” awards to the senior Wildcats. Elks singled out Linda Guccini to receive the “Student Leadership” award. And Daughters of the American Revolution gave Vicky Carnal their coveted “Citizenship Award.” Signa attended a summer institute at Kansas Univer- sity; David sat in on the Frontiers of Science Summer Institute at Kansas University; David sat in on the Frontiers of Science Summer Institute at CU; John Orr, Peggy Puls, Julianne Moore. Mary Lou Beebe. Vicky Carnal and Syd O'Connor traveled to the Aspen Institute of the Humanities “Impossible” was not a part of the vocabulary of the Class of 1968. 161 Ross Taught Wrestling To Colorado— He Came To Grips With Losers Only athcred in sweat, moved by pride in a fiery ath- letic tradition nonpareil within the GVL, senior athletes worked late into the twilight of each afterday learning the art of winning. There on Griebcl Field, the Class of 68 tasted first the exuberance of victory. Sea son-after-sea son they piled up laurels, seen both in crowded trophy cases and in the abundance of F- Club members sporting the Blue and White. ‘Cats of the ’68 Class held their share of berths on the 1966 AA State Championship football squad, and in their final season Clarence Ross and Trent Spradling again earned slots with the GVL All-conference elev- en. Hoopstcrs boasted highscoring senior Chuck Greager and co-captain Tom Warren. Warren also wielded a hot bat for the diamond nine. On the cin- dered oval Wayne Fry. David Brantley, Tom Evans. John Evans and Eddie Alstatt were the uncatch- ables. Joe Al Carbajal swung out against “love’ on the tennis courts. Able Clarence Ross. Colorado’s most sucessful mat exponent, capped his wrestling record with a win at slope and another at stale. Fie received the Denver Post’s “Nlost Outstanding Wrestler” award. 162 EaSai Robert Eugene Garlitz Chuck Greater Linit.i fimvmi 1 mil:l M: rlm:.r]_ Sheila Hovland l.,hn n.„u,h,.r.l, Hn!2iirii 'i rn 1 |',,'L-‘n- Rita Kiefer Kathleen Kochevar Michael F. Kochevar Si. )., I ..rr.ihlT 163 i);m NK-nonnl Tcrrv McLaughlin Jcannc Jyj ’M'il Mffi, Kn Vl n ci Uvm Monuiiio lllll-inni‘ Ann,- Hl.-n M.wh.-r am-packed days of academics were not without that something special, that added kick which was more exciting than passing notes in Algebra or shout- ing in the library. And seniors, through a habit ac- quired with the building of “Rocket to Victory.” plunged into participation with a vigor By gradua- tion time they could look back upon a storehouse of accomplishments in music, in speech and drama and particularly in clubs and organizations where their enthusiasm attracted underclassmen. Who will forget the singing “Brownies.” Yvonne and Lavonne? Or Joe Al Carbajal and Laura Musselman. all of whom attended All-state Choir, as well as being featured at the many Fruita offerings. Karla Woy- nowskie. a musician of note, attended All-state Band during her junior year. Three-year speech veteran Judy Smith received a superior rating in state compe- tition; she also served as student director for the pro- duction of Romanoff and Juliet. Kathy Kochcvar also rated an 'excellent in All-Colorado speech meets. Drama provided some thirty seniors with roles and responsibilities during the past two years. Major roles went to David Roper. Syd O’Connor. Dan McDonald. Mary Koziol. Roy Bailey. Cindy Stark. Eddie White and Judy Weston. 164 I aura Mu-s.sdman Sarah Mussdman jjiiriin Hcnr Nagel Nanrili Ni-th Dick Niches Sul OTnnn r H.lff ljU U. A Taste of Success, A New Dream — Pensive Donna Barbee sal out this dance at the soph- omore-sponsored Sweethearts' Ball in March. David Roper found humor at a National Honor Society meeting, and Paul Smith and Dick Reed did a bang- up Science Club experiment. Another Star to Follow Only Echoing Footfalls Remain In the Wildcat Halls V John Orr MUii.'wtn Joyce Parker When Judy Weston whined, the audienced howled during the spring production of Rip Van Winkle. Her role as Rip’s faithful companion gave the chorus musical a charm which will linger long in the Wildcat memories. M ilestones and millstones were sometimes difficult to distinguished as a result of reaching for one and living with the other, the Class of ’68 pro- duced rare personalities v io emerged to sparkle the hours by transforming doldrums into delight. These special seniors gave the graduating class the true, honest sound of a twcnty-dollar gold piece. Sam Palmer’s striped pants and his eventual sham victory over the commonly shared opinion that they looked terrible these provided grist for gab during two otherwise colorless weeks of winter. John Evans en- tered his name 57 times in the Future Homemakers of America cake giveaway and lost! Trent Spra- dling donned his Easter bunny outfit and larked about on the lawn during April. And Vicky Carnal, with 1200 newspaper dignitaries watching her at the Colorado Press Association Convention in February, dropped a hot potato in her lap and substituted six giant rolls to make up for loss. 166 ( hritlini' � -wl.-h:.n..h . Illluh lUfcr 1M, toil Miric Reed. J ly evnoU Pat Rich N:� nc R ichariisun IrMVUl Lsnntith. hii Allen Shires r‘ ‘-lli:i S'|VM Judy Led a Dog’s Life As Rip’s Best Friend 167 To a Wildcat Heritage To the Blue and White Graduates, 128 Strong, Said Farewell Altarae Snyder Steve Sommers TrcnUjnraiiiinii ft'bbvbl� Q k- ophomorcs, then juniors finally we were se- niors. And on a day in May it was over. Finished! Graduation . “Pomp and Circumstance a flurry of hasty goodbyes; nothing was left of the here and now; only tomorrow and yesterday were real. And for a while only a while yesterday seemed best. The early days were crystal clear again; remem- ber when we sponsored the Sweethearts’ Ball? That was a test. And as juniors we took greater pride in greater responsibility to plan a prom. Chairman Donna Barbee, with advice from every member of the class, concocted Au Revoir. a tribute to the grad- uates of 67 who still talk of Paris by Night. Sneak Day, nearer yet, was water-wet and splashed with ringing shouts that said “We’ve done it! Then there were vague handshakes, a diploma and we turned in our caps and gowns. Somehow the end seemed insig- nificant compared with twelve years of working, striving. But it was all gone forever! Ken Wright, senior exemplar. logged his name into the record book of Fruita's Chapter of National Flonor Society during initiation rites. Officer Yvonne Brownell witnessed Kenny’s formal induction into the highly select organization in early spring. Judy Diane Weston n'i:m' wh '- Eddie White Karla Jean Woynowskie 169 Some Stars Lay Beyond Our Grasp A ALLEN. STEVE: Baseball 2.3; Basketball 2; F-Club 2,3; Tennis 2 ALSTATT. EDWARD DEAN: FFA 2.3.4; Track 3.4 ANDERSEN. JERI LINN: Student Council 4; Wildcat’s Beat 4 Reporter. Box Elder High School. Brigham City, Utah Debate Meets 2; Forensics Club 2; Literary Magazine Editor 2; National Forensics League Degree of Honor 2, Speech Meets 2; State Speech Meets (Debate) 2. Delta High School. Delta, Colo. Drama Club 2,3; Speech Meets 2,3; VFW Voice of Democracy Contest 3 First Place ANDREWS. SUSAN: Chorus 3,4; Chorus Musicals 3,4; Drill Team 2; Junior Class Play 3; Pep Club 2; Science Club 3; Stunt Night 4; Swing Choir 4 ARBOGAST. NANCY: Chorus Musical 3,4; Drill Team 2,3; FHA 2,3,4; Pep Club 2,3,4; Wildcat's Beat 4 Ad Staff. Reporter ARMENTA. ROBERT Band 2,3,4; French Club 3; Spanish Club 4 B BAILEY. ROY GENE: Basketball 3,4 All-conference Honorable Mention 4; F-Club 3.4; Student Council 4 BET-BE. MARY LOU: Aspen Institute of Humanities 3; City-County Day 3; Drill Team 2,3 Team Co-leader 3; French Club 3,4; Homecoming Queen Attendant 4; IRC 2. 3,4 Delegate to Denver Conference 3, Sec- retary 4; Mesa College Drill Team Clinic 3; Pep Club 2,3,4; Ski Club 4; Stunt Night 2. The Wildcat 4 Associate Sports Editor; Quill and Scroll 4 JOSS, ALAN DALE: FFA 2,3,4 BOTKIN. SANDY: Chorus Musical 4; FHA Recreation Chairman 4; Geology Club 4; The Wildcat 3 Activities Co-editor BRACH. JUDITH ARLEEN: Drill Team 2. 3 Treasurer 3; French Club 3; FT A 3.4 Treasurer 4; Girls’ State 3; IRC 2.3,4; Junior Class Treasurer 3; National Honor Society 4; Pep Club 2,3 Secretary 3; Science Club 3, 4; Stunt Night 2 BRACH, SALLY: Band 2,3.4; Chorus Musi- cal 3.4; FT A 3; GAA 2,3,4 Vice-president 4; German Club 3; Girls’ Glee Club 4; Gym- nastics 4 BRANTLEY. DAVID Basketball 3.4; F- Club 3,4; National Honor Society 3.4; Track 3 Co-captain. Eden Farson High School. Farson. Wyo. Basketball 2; Sophomore All-state Music Award 3; Chorus Musical 2. 3,4; City-County Day 3; FTA 3,4 Conven- tion 4; German Club 3,4 Secretary-trea- surer 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2 Secretary-trea- surer 2, Student Director 2; Junior Class Play 3; Junior Class Secretary 3; Mixed Chorus 3.4 Secretary-treasurer 3.4; National Honor Society 2,3,4 Secretary 4; Pep Club 2,3,4 Treasurer 4; Pep Club Award 3; Science Club 3; Shorthand Award 3; Solo Ensem- ble Contest 2,3,4; Stunt Night 4; Swing Choir 4; The Wildcat 4 Theme and Division Page Coordinator; The Wildcat’s Beat 4 Art Editor; Quill and Scroll 4 BUNIGER, KAREN: Cheerleader 2,3,4 Head Cheerleader 4; French Club 3; FTA 3,4; IK 2. Pep Club 2.3,4 BURTON. JAMES: National Honor Society 3,4; Science Club 2,3,4 c CADY. MARVIN Basketball 2; FFA 2,3,4 CANFIELD. JAN: Chorus Musical 4; Girls’ Glee Club 4 Secretary-treasurer 4. Palm- dale High School. Palmdale. Calif. Con- cert Girls’ Glee Club 3. Sheridan High School, Sheridan. Wyo. Concert Choir 3 CARBAJAL. JOE AL: All-school Play 4; 3,4; Junior Class Play 3. Marshalltown High School. Marshalltown, Iowa - Swimming 2 BAKER. BOYCE: F-Club 2,3.4; Football 2, 3; Junior Class President 3; Student Council 2,3,4; Wrestling 2,3; Mr. and Miss Wildcat Committee 3; Mr. Wildcat for November 3 BALDWIN. LYNETTE: PepClub2,3 BALL, LINDA: FTA 3 Conference 3; French Club 3; Junior Class Play 3; Pep Club 3,4; The Wildcat 4 Activities Editor; Quill and Scroll 4 BARBEE, DONNA: FFA Sweetheart At- tendant 2,3; FTA 4; German Club 2; Home coming Attendant 3; IRC 3.4; Pep Club 2.3,4; The Wildcat 4 Royalty Editor; Quill and Scroll 4 BARTMAN. JOHN: F-Club 3.4; Football 2. Class President 2; Student Council President; Track 2;V-Club2 BROWNELL. LAVONNE: All-school Play 4; All-state Choir 2; All-state Music Award 2; Chorus Musical 2,3,4 Lead Role 4; City- County Day 3; FTA 3,4 Convention Points Chairman 4; German Club 3,4; Junior Class Play 3; Lions Club Peace Essay Entrant Third Place; Mixed Chorus 2,3,4 Student Director, President 4; National Honor Socie- ty 2,3,4; Pep Club 2,3,4; Science Club 3; Solo Ensemble Contest 2,3,4; Student Council 3; Stunt Night 4; Sweetpea, Junior Class 3; Swing Choir 4; The Wildcat’s Beat 4 Sports Editor; The Wildcat Cover Coordi- nator; Quill and Scroll 4 Secretary BROWNELL. YVONNE: All-state Choir 3; AILstate Choir 4; Band 2,3,4; Chorus Musical 3,4; F-Club 2.3,4; French Club 3; FTA 4; IRC 2,3,4; Junior Class Play 3; Student Council 4; Stunt Night 4; Swing Choir 4; Tennis 2.4; Thespians 3,4; Track 2 CARNAL. VICKY: All-school Play 4; Cheerleader 2.3.4 Co-captain 3; Daily Sen- tinel Study Group 4; German Club 3; Junior Class Play 3; National Honor Society 4; Pep Club 2,3,4 Reporter 4; The Wildcat’s Beat 2,3.4 Co-editor 4; Quill and Scroll 4 CASE, KAREN: FTA 3 Convention 3; GAA 2; Junior Class Play 3; Speech Meet 4; Thespians 3,4; The Wildcat 4 Sophomore Class Section Editor 4; Quill and Scroll 4 CHARLESWORTH. LINDA: Band 2.3,4 Twirler 2,3; Drum Majorette 4; Chorus Musi- 170 Yet Still We Reached cal 2.3; Drill Team 2; FT A 2.3.4; I RC 3.4; National Honor Society 2,3,4; Pep Club 2,3; Science Club 2 CI.ARK. TRUDY: FHA 2.3,4; Junior Class Play 3; Pep Club 2.3 CL ARY. RICHARD Cl AWSON. DONNA: Chorus Musical 3,4; FHA 2.3.4 Vice-president 3; GAA 2.3,4; Girls Glee Club 3.4; Junior Class Play 3 COLF;. LINDA JOANN: Chorus Musical 2. 3,4. FHA 3; German Club 3; Girls’ Glee Club 2.3.4 President 4; Pep Club 2,3; Speech Meets 3.4; Student Council 4; Stunt Night 4; Swing Choir 4; Teen Council. Mesa County, 4 COLE, MI KF: Chorus Musical 4; Science Club 4; Wrestling 2.3 COLLINS, DIANA: FHA 2.3 Recreation Leader 3; GAA 2.3,4 Sports Manager 4; Junior Class Play 3. Pep Club 2,3,4; Sweet- heart Queen 4 CONLFY. STEVE: Roosevelt High School, Cedar Falls. Iowa Baseball 2; FT A 2; Swimming 3 COUP. CAROLYN: FHA 3.4; GAA 4; Pep Club 2 COX. JERRY Basketball 3.4; Junior Class Play 3; Science Club 4 CROUSE. TODD: Basketball 2,3; FFA 2,3 Reporter 3; Science Club 2,3.4; Spanish Club 2 D DF PRIEST. WILMA: Chorus Musical 4; Girls’Glee Club 4 DOUGHERTY. JOHNNY: Baseball 3.4 E EISENACH. STAN: The Wildcat 3 Fac- ulty Editor; The Wildcat’s Beat 4 Co-edi- tor; Track 2 ETCHEVERRY. ROBERT: F-Club 2,3.4; Football 2.3,4; Student Council 4; Wrestling 2.3.4 Co-captain 4 EVANS. JOHN: F-Club 2,3.4; Football 2,3; Track 2.3 EVANS. THOMAS CHARLES: Basketball 2.3.4; F-Club 2.3.4; Football 2.3.4; Ski Club 4; Spanish Club 3; Student Council 4; Track 2.3 F FRANZ. BRUCE: Mechanical Drawing I Award 3 FRY. WAYNE Baskcball 2; F-Club 3,4; FFA 2.3.4 Treasurer 3,4; Football 4; Stu- dent Council 4; Track 3.4 Co-captain 3; W restling 2 G GARCIA. LEON: German Club4; Wrestling 2.3 GARLITZ. ROBERT EUGENE: Baseball 2; Chorus Musical 2.4; F-Club 2,3.4; Football 2; Geology Club 4 GIFFORD. NORMAN: FFA 2.3.4 Senti- nel 3. Vice-president 4 GREAGER. CHUCK Baseball 2; Basket- ball 2,3.4 Second High Scorer 3.4; All- conference Second Team 3. All-conference First Team 4. Co-captain 4; Football 3.4; Student Council 3. Norwood High School. Norwood. Colo. Basketball 2 GUCCINI. LINDA: BPOE Leadership Award 4; Camp Chelcy 3.4; Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Student Award 4; French Club 3.4 President 4; FTA 4; Homecoming Attendant 2; IRC 2,3.4 Sec- retary-treasurer 3. Denver Convention; Na- tional Honor Society 2.3,4; Pep Club 2,3,4; Ski Club 4; Student Council 2,3.4 Secre- tary 2, Western Slope Student Council Asso- ciation Secretary 3; Miss Wildcat for Septem- ber 4. Also Attended Ohio Leadership Camp HALL. JOE R : FFA 2.3.4; Spanish Club 2 HARTMAN. LINDA GAA 2,3; Geology Club 4 HOVLAND. SHEILA: Chorus Musical 4; The Wildcat 4 Organizations Assistant. Hotchkiss High School. Hotchkiss, Colo. Pep Club 3 J JENKINS. BARBARA ANNA: Chorus Musical 2,3,4; Drill Team 2; FHA 3; GAA 2; Girls’ Glee Club 2,3.4; Pep Club 2 K KIEFER. RITA GAA 3.4; Library Club 3.4 Secretary 4 KOCHEVAR. KATHLEEN: Cheerleader 3; Drill Team 2; French Club 3.4 President; FTA 2; GAA 2,3 Treasurer 3; ITC 2,3.4 Hisotrian 3; Miss Wildcat for Janurary 4; National Honor Society 2.3.4 Treasurer 4; Pep Club 2.3.4; Science Club 2.3,4; Speech Meets 3.4 Excellent Rating at State 4; Thespians 4 KOCHEVAR. MICHAEL F.: Baseball 2.3; Basketball 2,3.4; F-Club 2,3.4; Football 3.4; Junior Class Vice-President 3; Tennis 2 KOZIOL. MARY E.: Band 2,3.4; Cheerlead- er 3; French Club 3; FTA 2.3,4; Junior Class Play 3; Pep Club 3; Science Club 2,3,4; Speech Meets 3; Thespians 3.4 L LARRALDE. SIGNA BPOE Most Valu- able Student Award 4. Drill Team 2.3 Treasurer 2. Secretary 3; French Club 3.4; FTA 3.4 Secretary 4; IRC 2,3.4 Presi- dent; Miss Wildcat for February 4; National Honor Society 2,3.4; Pep Club 2,3 Vice- president 3; Science Club 4; Seminar Great Books of the Western World 4; Stunt Night 2; University of Kansas Summer Science Mathematics Camp 4; The Wildcat’s Beat — Human Interest Editor LUERAS. JESSE P Tooele High School. Tooele. Utah Student Council 3 171 M MARES, MAX: German Club 3 McBRIDE. TERRY: Basketball 4; F-Club 4; FFA 3,4; Science Club 4; Student Council 2; Stunt Night 2 MCDONALD. DANIEL T.: All-school Play 4, Chorus Musicals 3.4; Junior Class Play 3; Thespians 3.4 Vice-president 4 McLAUGHLIN. TERRY: Altrusa Art Work 3; French Club 3, FTA 3; GAA 3. Gymnastics 4; Junior Class Play 3; Pep Club 2,3; The Wildcat 4 Endsheet Coordinator MILLER. KENNY: F-Club 3,4; Football 2. 3.4; Senior Class Vice-president 4; Sweetheart King 4 MINE. JEANNE: Geology Club 4 Secre- tary-treasurer 4; Pep Club 2 MIZE. BERYL: FFA 2.3.4 MONGER. KIRK: Baseball 2; F-Club 2,3.4; Wrestling 2,3.4 Co-captain 4 MONTANO. ELVIN: FFA 2,3, Reporter 3 MOORE, JULIANNE: Aspen Institute of the Humanities 3; Drill Team 2.3 Drill Co- leader 3; French Club 3.4; FTA 4; IRC 2,3.4 Vice-president 3, Denver Conference Dele- gate 3: Mesa College Drill Team Clinic 3; Pep Club2,3,4;SkiClub4;StuntNight2.The Wildcat 4 Academics Editor 4; Quill and Scroll 4 MOSHER. ANNE ELLEN: GAA 3.4 Secretary 4; National Honor Society 2,3.4; National Youth Science Foundation Institute. Maine 3; Science Club 2,3.4 Secretary 4 MUSSELMAN. LAURA: All-state Choir 4; Chorus Musicals 2.3.4; Drill Team 2; FTA 4; Junior Class Play 3; Mixed Chorus 2 Award 2; Pep Club 2,3,4 Points Chairman 4 MUSSELMAN. SARAH Drill Team 2,3.4 Drill Leader 4; FTA 2,3.4; Pep Club 2,3,4 Treasurer 3, President 4 MYERS. SHARON: FTA 3; GAA 2.3.4 Outstanding Athlete 3, Most Valuable Player Award 3. President 4. State Qualifying Meet Fourth Place Award; Pep Club 2.3,4 N NAGEL. HENRY: FFA 3.4 President 4; IRC 2; Wrestling 2 NEFF, NAOMI: Chorus Musical 4; Girls’ Glee Club 4 NIEHUES. DICK: F-Club 3.4; FFA 2,3; Football 2,3.4; Student Council 3 O O'CONNOR. SYD: All-school Play 4; Aspen Institute of the Humanitites 3; Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Student Award 4; IRC 3.4; Junior Class Play 3; Miss Wildcat for October 4; National Honor Society 2,3,4; National Scholastic Press Association Dele- gate 4; Pep Club 2,3,4; Sophomore Class Secretary 2; Speech Meets 3; Spanish Award 3; Student Council 4; Thespians 3.4 Secre- tary 4; Western Slope Student Council Asso- ciation Convention 4; The Wildcat 4 Co- editor 4; Quill and Scroll OLIVER. HARRY Band 2,3.4; Chorus Musical 3; IRC 2.3,4; Tennis 2 OLIVER. NAOMI: Betty Crocker Home- maker of Tomorrow Award 4; FFA 4 His- torian. Photographer 4; German Club 3.4 Activities Chairman 4; National Honor So- ciety 4; Pep Club 2; Science Club 3.4; Senior Class Treasurer 4 ORR. JOHN: Aspen Institute of the Human- ities 3,4; Band 2,3,4; Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Student Award 4; Chorus Musi- cals 3.4; Daily Sentinel Study Group 4 Chairman 4; English Award 2; Football 2.3,4; FTA 3.4 President 4; German Club 3.4 President 4; History Award 3; IRC 2,3; Mr. Wildcat for September 4; National Honor Society 2.3.4 President 4; National Merit Finalist 4; Science Club 3.4 Vice-president 4; Speech Meets 3.4 State Competition 3; Student Council 2 OSBORN. BILL: Baseball 2; Basketball 2; German Club 3.4; Junior Class Play 3; Sci- ence Club 4; Ski Club 4 P PALMER. SAM: F-Club4; Football 3.4 PARKER. JOYCE: Chorus Musical 3,4; Girls Glee Club 3.4; Pep Club 2 POST. REV A: FHA 2,3.4 Secretary-trea- surer 4; GAA 4 PULS. PEGGY: Aspen Institute of the Humanities 3; Cheerleader 3.4 Head Cheerleader 4; Drill Team 2; French I Award 2; French Club 3,4; FTA 3,4 Historian 4; Girsl’ State 3; Miss Wildcat for December 4; National Chcerlcading Clinic. Rangely Col- lege 3; National Society 3.4; Pep Club 2,3.4; State Speech Meet 4 R RADEBAUGH. CHRISTINE: French Club 3,4; FTA 3,4; National Honor Society 3.4; Speech Meets 3 RADER. CHUCK: Baseball 2; Basketball 2. 3.4; F-Club 3.4; Football 3.4; Track 3 REED. DICK: Baseball 2,3.4 Co-captain 4; F-Club 2,3.4 Treasurer 4; Tennis 2; Wrestling 2.3.4 Third Place in State Com- petition 3 REED. MARIE: LibraryClub3;Spanish Club 3 REYNOLDS. JOHN: Color Guard 4; French Club 3; German Club 4; Junior Class Play 3 RICH. PAT: Band 2.3,4 Vice-president 4 RICHARDSON. NANCY German Club 3. 4; Junior Class Play 3 ROBINSON. STEVE: Wrestling4 ROPER. DAVID: Algebra II Award 3; All- School Play 4; Band 2 Assistant Secretary- treasurer 2; Biology Award 2; Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Student Award 4; The Search—the Attempt 172 Chemistry Award 3; Daily Sentinel Study Group 4; English Award 2.3; Frontiers of Sci- ence Institute 3; Geometry Award 2; World History Award 2; Junior Class Play 3; Mr. Wildcat for October 4; National Honor So- ciety 2.3,4 Vice-president 4; National Mer- it Finalist 4: Science Club 2,3,4 President 4; Thespians 2,3,4 President 4; Track 3 ROSS. CLARENCE EUGENE: F-Club 2.3, 4 Vice-president 4; Football 2,3,4 All- conference Guard 4; All-conference Line- backer 3.4; Captain 4; FTA 3.4 Vicc-presi- 2,3,4; F-Club 2,3,4; Football 3.4; French Club 3,4; IRC 3,4 Vice-president 4; Sophomore Class President 2; Ski Club 4; Student Coun- cil 2; Tennis 2 SPEARS, FRANK All-school Play 4; IRC 2; Junior Class Play 3; Thespians 3.4; Wres- tling 3 SPRADLING. TRENT: Business Law Award 3; F-Club 2,3,4 President 4; Foot- ball 2,3,4 All-conference Tackle 3,4; French Club 3.4; IRC 2,3.4 President 4; Mr. Wildcat for January 4; National Honor w WARREN. TOM All-school Play 4; Base- ball 2.3.4; Basketball 2.3.4 Co-captain 4; F-Club 2.3.4; FT A 3; Junior Class Play 3; Mr. Wildcat for January 4; Sophomore Class Treasurer 2; Student Body President 4; Swing Choir 4; Thespians 3.4 WEBB. STEVE Wrestling 4 WESTON. JUDY DIANE: Chorus Musical 3,4; French Club 3; Girls Glee Club 3,4; Pep Club 3; Stunt Night 4; Swing Choir 4 dent 4; Mr. Wildcat for December 3. for No- vember 4; National Honor Society 3,4; Senior Class President 4; Student Council 4; Wres- tling 2,3,4 Denver Post Outstanding Wres- tler Award 4, Slope Champion 3.4; Third Place at State 3. State Champion 4 s SANCHEZ. JIM PATRICK: Junior Class Play 3; Spanish Club 3.4; Speech Meets 3 SCHAVE, KENNETH: Basketball 2; F-Club 3.4; Football 2,3; German Club 4; Science Club 3 SHIRES. ALLEN: SILVA, CECILIA: GAA 2,3.4 Treasurer 4 SMITH. JUDY: ALL-school Play 4 Stu- dent Director 4; FT A 3; GAA 2; Girls Slate Alternate 3; I RC 2.4; Junior Class Play 3; Lions Club Eassay Contest Fourth Place Winner; Pep Club 2; Science Club 3.4; Senior Class Play 4; Ski Club 4; Speech Meets 2,3,4 State Speech Meets 3.4; Thespians 3,4; VFW Voice of Democracy Contest 4; The Wildcat’s Beat 4— Advertising Manager SMITH. PAUL: F-Club 3.4; Football 4; FTA 4; Science Club 3.4; Student Council 3; Track 3,4 SNYDER, ALTARAE: Band 2; French Club 3.4; National Honor Society 2,3,4; Pep Club 3; Stunt Night 3,4 SOMMER. STEVE: Baseball 2; Basketball Society 2.3,4; Wrestling 2.3,4 Second Place in Slope Competition 4 STARK. CINDY: All-school Play 4; Drill Team 2; FHA 2,3,4; Junior Class Play 3; Pep Club 2.3; Speech Meets 3.4; Thespians 3.4 Treasurer 4; The Wildcat 4 Index Coordi- nator 4; Quill and Scroll 4 T TATMAN. JIM: TERRY, JANET: PcpCIub 3.4 THOMPSON JARED: FFA 2.3,4 Secre- tary 4 TORREZ. DAVID: TRUJILLO. FRANK: Baseball 3. Wrestling 2 TUFLY. DEBRA: All-school Play 4; Drill Team 2; French Club 3,4; PcpCIub 2.3,4 TWITCHELL. RUSSEL: u ULIBARRI. BOBBY LEE: F-Club 2,3.4; Spanish Club 4; Stunt Night 4; Swing Choir 4; Track 4; Wrestling 2,3.4 V VALENCIA, STEVE: All-school Play 4; Football 4; Geology Club 4; Junior Class Play 3; Spanish Club 4; Stunt Night 3; Thespians 3.4 VALLEZ. RUBY: VIGIL. JAKE: Spanish Club 4 President 4 WHITE. DUANE: WHITE. EDWARD ALLEN: ALL-school Play 4; BPOE Most Valuable Student Award 4; Daily Sentinel Study Group 4; French Club 3,4; IRC 2.3,4 Points Chairman 4; Science Club 3.4; Speech Meets 3; Student Council 3; Thespians 4; U N. Pilgrimage Contest Final- ist; VFW Voice of Democracy Contest First Place Award 4; The Wildcat 4 Senior Sec- tion Editor. Assistant Business Manager; Quill and Scroll 4 WITHROW. RODGER D WOYNOWSKIE. KARLA JEAN: All-state Band 3; Band 2,3,4 President 4; Chorus Musical 3; French Club 3; GAA 2; National Honor Society 2,3.4; Science Club 3.4 Treasurer 4 WRIGHT, KENNY: Aspen Institute Schol- arship 4: Band 2; Baseball 4; Daily Sentinel Study Group 4; I RC 4; FTA 4; Mesa County Teen Council 4; Mr Wildcat for February 4; National Honor Society 4; Science Club 4; Student Council 4; The Wildcat 4 Business Manager: Quill and Scroll 4 President 4. Riverside High School. Rifle, Colo. Foot- ball 2,3; R-Club 2.3; Speech Club 3 Y YOUNG. LOIS ANN: Drill Team 2,3; French Club 3.4; FTA 4; GAA 2; Head Girl 3; Homecoming Queen 4; Miss Wildcat 3; Pep Club 2,3.4; Student Council 3.4 the Desire: Those Were Our Stars! 173 Juniors An Exercise In Finance To Plan A Prom Junior Cl � officers throughout this year of the Wildcat were Torn Cronk. president. Dennis Retherford, vice-president. Larry Stutler. treasurer and Sandra Bender, secretary Clast sponsors were Mrs. Vir- gin� Lmrich. Mr Richard Peach. Mr. John Sneed. Mr Robert Guffey and Miss Billie June Means •V 4 Greg Brown passed the lime amiably in conversation with other students from Fruita and neighboring schools prior to registration for City-County Days April 2 and 3. Most of Fruita's delegation were ju- niors, although at least one sophomore did make the trip. An animated confab during the pre-registration lull found Larry Stutlcr lightly amused at Dennis Rcthcr- ford s statements to Mike Koenig. An annual affair, City-County Days attempted to acquaint students with the intricate machinery involved in local govern- ment. City-County Days For American History Students Thirty Juniors Delved Into Government Neta Young. Marlene Smith and Sheila Jennings located points of interest on a large aerial-photo map of the Grand Junction metropolitan area. Students journeyed to Grand Junction by bus for the two-day briefing by city officials in April. Junior Class President Tom Cronk gives serious con- sideration to an observation offered by Fran Young. Patty Maluy, engrossed in the goings-on. waited for the program to continue at the auditorium site. Tom interjected levity with a few shaggy dog stories, good for a laugh between the courtroom and the jail. 176 c ity fathers invited Froila to participate in a Mesa County-Grand Junction sponsored series of briefings focusing on the intricacies of government at the local level. Fruita piled thirty high-scoring Amer- ican History students into buses and motored to near-by Grand Junction April 2 and again April 3 for the activities. All four Mesa County Valley high schools sent delegates to the seminars which included a mock trial, a familiarization with the county court house and its functions, a visit to county jail and to other buildings in the vicinity. Students also partici- pated in the program by taking office and executing some of the responsibilities associated with those posts. In all. Fruita students found the experience both rewarding and enlightening. A visit to the fire station, police and sherifTs offices and dinner at the Elks’ Lodge were also part of the agenda. Above, left, are Sarah Roundtree and Michele Thistle. At center, top, are Joe Orr, Tim Tomlinson and Dennis Rethcrford; then follow Pam Goatley and Neta Young and Donna Dickerson. Left are Roger Mack- ey. Dale Tompkins. Mike Koenig. Dennis and Paula Kochcvar; at bottom arc Barb Hill Tim. Wes White and Larry Stutlcr. 177 Iv. acing pell-mell into September’s final days, ju- niors combed the country-side for cast-off lumber and supplies to transform, through quaint magic, their secret blueprint for a winning homecoming float into a blue-ribboned toast of the town. During the last hours, juniors were awash in a cascade of their own sweat; they pounded away on the float, then rushed in a flurry of sneakered feet to decorate the gym. At right. Junior Class President Tom Cronk escorts Jo Adair Welch, attendant, to mid-court for introductions. Juniors above are Sharlyn Allen. Leanna Allison. Sheryl Arbogast, Tim Arpkc, War- ren Barnes, Bryan Beck. Joe Beckstein, Sandra Bender. Mary Bennett. Doug Bennetts. Linda Ben- son. Barbara Bilyeu. Ernest Boswell. Joyce Bous- man. Dan Bristol. Greg Brown, Kathy Buhlcr, Gayle Buniger. Leslu Cady and Carl Chcsncy. 178 A Triumph in Chicken Wire, Papier Mache and Midnight Oil Juniors Designed a Blue-Ribbon Float Two C lass of '69ers Commanded Center Stage In All-school Drama Juniors Played Romanoff, Juliet At halftime, during Fruita's homecoming battle with Nucla, juniors groaned when it was announced that seniors had won the float contest; the mistake was quickly corrected, and juniors walked off with first prize for the second consecutive year. In November members of the Class of '69 answered a call for play- ers to walk the boards in Peter Ustinov’s Romanoff and Juliet. Director Sue Alexander assigned the romantic leads to juniors Mary Bennett and Dennis Retherford; Glenn Erkman and Larry Stutlcr also landed choice roles in the production, right. Marilyn Richards, middle right, served as properties chief. In February, Linda Davis and Paul Kochevar added junior zest to the slope mat tourney; Sheryl Arbogast and Marlene Smith talked it up during classtime. 180 Joyce Cole Mickey Cox Patty Crispin Tom Cronk Cherrie Dailey Kenneth Grey Rhondal Groves Clyde Haller Danny Daniels Linda Davis Charlotte Dick Donna Dickerson Sheryl Downer John Harmon Nancy Harper Marie Hartman Glenn Erkman Carol Fry Gaylene Garlitz Doris Gilbert Verlan Goss Jeanne Heiny Barbara Hill Steve Hoback 181 Juniors Sold Chances On a Mountain of Merchandise Prom Hopes Rested on Raffles D eoorations hurriedly scattered by juniors began to sag midway through the homecoming dance. While the Sands of Tyme played a smattering of tunes between breaks, juniors shrugged and contin- ued to ride high. Gerald Clawson, left, hitched a ride aboard F-CIub candidate Dennis Price during the January 19 hazing of initiates. Gerald stopped his underclass mount to pass the time of day with Mr. Marion Littlepage. Not only did junior crepe paper sag; so. too. did the junior purse. The Class of '69 gambled all hopes on a series of raffles to replenish class coffers in time to spring for the traditional eve- ning of splendor. Above arc Sheila Jennings. Jon Johnston. Faye Kelley. Mike Kelley, Bruce Kettle. Leona Kettle. Susan Kettle. Paul Kochevar, Paula Kochcvar. Mike Koenig, Stan Koziol. Edna Krali- cek. Cheryl Lorimer. Kathy Lujan. Roger Mackey. Patty Maluy. Sammy Mares. Terry Marinelli. Rob- ert Martin and Louis Martinez. 183 Kathy Mason Milo McBride Kathy McIntyre Linda Meinsen Ruth Mendenhall Fred Meyer Ross Monger Swany Monger Mike Morgan Mariam Mosher Joe Muths Sandra Nelson Larry Noetzelmann JoeOrr Priscilla Otero Gail Patton Sandra Peach Dale Pullins Ed Quest Dianne RafT 184 Graduation ’69 Ends Paul Kochevar. Tim Tomlinson and Roger White, here in French class, hung from ceilings and walls of the gymnasium in the spring to change the hollow shell into a wonderland of magic for the prom. Through the long nights just before dance time, ju- niors watched a year's work pay off. Donna John Raff Randolph N ot about to be thwarted by a lack of funds to pay for the spring prom, juniors raked leaves, hustled tickets on a carload of items from radios to record players. They even staged a car wash, but this went down the drain when too few cars and juniors showed up. Amid PSAT and National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Examinations, juniors managed to find time to excell in all phases of pursuit. Fruita's one All-state Honor Band participant. Bryan Beck, was a junior; Fruita's three Western State College Honor Band representatives Faye Kelley, Joe Orr and JoyeShaw were juniors. And. the Class of '69. because of its place in time, was the final scheduled class of Wildcats to say farewell with graduation from Wildcat Hall on Maple Street. Chester Dennis Reiner Retherford An Era Of Wildcats On Maple Street Lennie Rich Marilyn Richards Eleanor Rodriquez Steve Seal Eddie Serrano Pat Serve Gene Shaw Joye Shaw Larry Romero Sarah Roundtree Janet Rowe Janet Siddens Joe Silva Margaret Sisneros Marlene Smith Sharia Smith Ruby Russell Rosabel! Sanchez Bob Sasser Larry Stutler Danny Sullivan Michele Thistle Deryl Thompson Kathy Thornton 186 City Fathers Explained Municipal Government To Class of '69 Juniors Took the Mayor’s Chair Boasting the largest enrollment of any class, juniors were everywhere. One was seen sitting in the mayor’s chair, no less! But that was something special. In late spring, city officials invited the junior class to partici- pate in City Government Day. Students were given a first-hand glimpse into the workings of local govern- ment along with a clearer understanding of the associated problems. Between selling concessions and paying for class rings, juniors besieged the office with nickels and dimes in the hope that they. too. could reach for the stars. At left arc Sharia Smith in chem- istry, Gene Shaw in good humor. Ruby Russell and Sammy Marcs in concentration and Dennis Rethcr- ford in trouble. Tim Tomlinson Dale Tompkins Sana JoTwitchell Rachel Ukele Patricia Veatch Anna Vigil Norman Vincent Jeannie Waggoner Nancy Walters Joan Walton Kathy Warner Jerry Sue Watkins Costa Watson Jo Adair Welch Melody Wheeler Glenn White Roger White Wesley White Bill Williams Calvin Williams Juniors Hosted a Star-spangled Night 188 Travis Williams Don Wynkoop Fran Young Neta Young Ray Young Ben Zamora c kj avoring the memory-sweet taste of days of friendship, juniors threw their budget to the winds and concocted Fruita's most fabulous prom with which to say goodbye to seniors in the season of li- lacs. Gaylene Garlitz and Mike Koenig chairmanned the prom committee. Juniors called a hasty meeting in February to chat with parents and administrators. It was decided then to hold both the prom and the banquet on the same evening, a night-of-nights, as it turned out. Dancing to music amid the stars, juniors and seniors alike agreed that perhaps the impossible star occasionally can be reached. A Prom, A Banquet And A Farewell From the Class of ’69 to the Class of’68 Costa Watson, Janet Rowe, Linda Meinsen and Ruby Russell while away the opportunity period between 3:05 and 3:30 p.m. with a popciclc pause. Marilyn Richards, Kathy Buhlcr and Jeanne Heiny were some of the junior representatives attending the publications convention at Mesa College October 7. 189 i I I Sophomores . . . And the Beat Goes On For sophomores l%8 was the year of the ring a time for making a choice, for becoming Wildcats Jackie Gucam served as class president. Larry Quimby as vice- president. Patti Combs as secretary. Tom Sommcrvillc as treasurer Sponsors were Mr David Silver. Mr Tom Ricnietsand Mr William Kinman Much like March, sophomores came in like a lamb and went out like a Wildcat. Gail Hampton vied with the wind to make her feelings known at November’s home gridiron spectacular. Sophomores were quick to become involved in clubs, class meetings and cliques. In fact, many a happening just couldn't have happened had it not been for sophomore spirit and their knack for finding humor in ail things. is for Guccini Jackie Guocim Captain Bligh of the sophomore class and Fruila High's solitary president in skirts. Standing at the helm of her class for its maiden voyage into a new way of life, she in- stilled a sense of purpose and direction with such stol- id cries as, “Come on, you guys!’ and You kookie boys in the corner, be quiet! Tommy Sommervillc made the trip as bursar; Larry Quimby was the first mate. Faced with a challenging kind of do-it-yourself responsibility, sophomores were plunged into the ice- 192 A vid Newcomers Joined The Wildcat Clan sponsibility, sophomores were plunged into the ice- cold water of the curriculum whirlpool while the mul- tiheaded activities monster roared for their attention. Homecoming's early date forced sophomores to ac- k nowlcdge the wisdom of action now talk later. Building a float became a trial by mid-night oil; yet the newcomers brought it off to win third place hon- ors with their napkin-strewn mobile in blue and white, topped with a throne. Sophomores Experienced An Awakening of Spirit, A Renaissance of Academic Fervor and Fun Carrie Allison Jerry Alstatt Dean Barnes Larry Bond Renita Boothe Anola Boss Judy Amos Pamela Baker Mickey Bosshardt Geri Brach Roy Branum Julie Brown Ray Ball JoAnn Barbee Mary Cady Vernon Caldwell Twila Campion Jink Carlucci Gary Barcus Dale Barnes Alden Chesney Terry Chesney Wilma Clawson Crawford Clement 193 Patti Combs Alice Merri Coup Cruse For Sophomores ’68 Was A Special Time We Talked Of Rings and Things— Bake Sales and Queens Bob Davis Robert Decamp Marie Downs Naomi Gunn Jack Durrett Sherryl Evers Gary Fitzner Gail Hampton Pamela Fortik John Foster Frank Fry Floyd Hamrick Georgia Garcia Robert Garcia Ronnie Garcia Phillip Hamrick 194 Starla Garlick Dale Grant Aronda Greenhow Thomas Groves Jackie Gucci ni Mat acc Larry Rccd, state champion in wrestling's 95 pound division, kept his strength at peak readiness with sunflower seeds, popcorn. Cracker Jacks and candy-coated peanuts. Kris Keith lends a helping handful during intermission at the slope mat tourney in Grand Junction. Among elite sophomores, food was a serious business second to none. H caring the enticing jingle of the junior class, already flush from a year of frugal foresight and several dates with a tomato patch, sophomores rushed into the money game hopeful of piling high the green in time to spring for a prom during their second year. But the Sweethearts’ Ball, traditionally a sophomore project, cut deeply into the high-finan- cial dreams of the underclassmen. Scheduled first for December, then for February, the semi-formal affair finally got off the ground with the Heavier Than Air Machine beating soul through the nooks and crannies of the gymnasium in early March. Decked out in a motif of pink and white Valentine array, the gym was a scene of sophomores falling from ladders, crepe paper just falling and the class bank balance taking the plunge to the tunc of better than a $100 loss. All- in-all, it was an exciting year of ups and downs for the sophomores. 196 Jackie Huskey Cathy Idler Joe Alfred Jones John Johnston Duane Keifer Kathy Marinelli Joe Marquez Vicki Marquez Kris Keith Byron Kelley Carol Kem Karen Kohls Steve Laimbock Bonnie Martin Genevieve Martinez Josue Martinez Judy Lamar Cathy Landini Michael Lehmann Clinton Leverly Brenda Marinelli Larry Martinez Ellen McBride Marlene McBride Exuberant underclassmen let off steam in myriad ways. Boys had their fling w ith snowball fights during soggier days. Frightened girls made a special effort to avoid the water-wet sophomoric missiles, well-aimed and otherwise. Winter confined gym classes indoors, but Kathy Marinelli. Renita Boothe, and Anna Moon, far left, turned December's doldrums into a lark. Naomi Gunn. Judy Lamar. Brenda Marinelli. Jink Carlucci and Joe Jones huffed, puffed and stuffed. Spirit Was a Way Of Life — Spicy A niong Sophomores Highly animated, sophomores won the coveted Spirit Scepter earlin in the year and made it a symbol for a way of fun. Firstclassmen Pam Baker, secretary to the Pep Club, and Jackie Guccini, sophomore prexy. took their spice to the Western Slope wrestling tour- ney where Wildcats grabbed the second place trophy. Just prior to tournament time, sophomores conduct- ed a bake sale January 27, and that, too, turned out to be a fun affair, sugar coated. 197 First on the Scene First to Graduate Mellow Old Traditions Go With Sophomores to Sparkling New Wildcat Classrooms Melodious and muffled, strains of “Jingle Bells” seeped through the perforated waste- basket. then filtered down the halls. Ray Ball, on the inside looking out, performed F-Club initiation musts. No mess or anything of that sort this daylight heist put the bite on Fruita merchants to supplement float- building napkin supplies. Involved in the Big Grab were Judy Lamar. Jim Carlucci. Tom Sommerville. Mary Kay Mogensen and Burlena Musselman. Sophomores dipped into the parade trophies and calmly claimed third place honors. Above, right, are Mike Moon and Paulie Snook in an exquisite conver- sation during the Month of Valentines. The year was one of memories, confusing, sparkling, blurred by the pace of time and Wildcats on the go never stop- ping. 198 Sherry McLaughlin Ethel Meryhew Burlena Musselman Chris Osborn Doris Park Debbie Petross Gene Miles Lorice Mize Paul Price Dianne Pullins Larry Quimby Randy Radebaugh Mary Kay Mogensen Hershal Montgomery Don Reasoner Larry Reed Mike Rich Betty Robinson Anna Moon Michael Moon Marie Rodriquez Toni Romero Mary Lou Rooks Glenn Ross Gary Murch Don Murray Rex Sadler Leslie Salthouse Tommy Samora Evelyn Sanchez 199 Wayne Schafer Larry Schave Sheila Sewell Tim Sheets Sheila Sills Robert Smalley Leslie Smith Paulie Ann Snook Tommy Sommerville James Stockert Kent Tompkins John Torrez Bob Davis, who concentrated on baseball and basket- ball. French and girls—in that order represented the sophomore class with noisy bombast at each meeting of the seventh period study hall. The new class was quick, however, to slip into admirable aca- demic ways and to make a mark with positive appli- cation. Sophomore Scholars Swelled Honor Society’s Elite Ranks Sophomore bookworms tackled bugs, frogs, biology and gun safety classes with much the same enthusi- asm they gave to dominating junior varsity athletics. Fruita's Chapter of National Honor Society took note of sophomore achievements and entered more underclass names among its hallowed ranks than ever before. It was a good year capped with good-natured haggling over class ring styles, bake sales and hours at the concession stands taking in nickles and dimes for an evening of dancing another year. Class Presi- dent Jackie Guccini summed it up: A class is like a small community- some lead; some follow; some talk; some work—yet something important happens, and therein lies the value of being an active member. It pays off. Leora Valencia Elizabeth Vigil Steve Wassam Larry Watkins Linda Watkins Jim Watson Roses and (he splash of sunlight which lent its halo to the Hunters' Round-up festivities wre nothing until the royal court all sophomores rode through the day. Kathy Marinelli reigned as queen of the fall cel- ebration; Aronda Greenhow and Burlcna Musselman served as royal attendants. Charles White Sandy Williams Curt Wilson Susan Withrow Class of'70 Up-and-Coming At Some Magic Moment They Became Wildcats 201 Vice-Principal Charles Everett r Mrs. Mary Watson Principal Walden H. George A Confidence in the Future K Following graduation ceremonies in the twilight hours of May 29, Kruila's man-out-front. Principal Walden H. George offered sincere congratulations and a farewell to senior standouts Linda Guccini and Kenny Miller. Mr. Gerald Decker Mr. Clifford Moore Mrs. Virginia Emrich Mr. Gerald Zybura Miss Marie Hunt Mr. Richard Anders M RS. VIRGINIA EMRICH: Graduate of Kansas State Teachers College. Mrs. Emrich holds a B. S. Degree in music. She taught choral music and general music, and she served as sponsor for the Girls' Glee Club, Mixed Chorus. Mrs. Emrich also directed the Music Department's presentation of Rip Van Winkle. MR. GERALD DECKER: At- tended University of Colorado and Colorado State University. He holds a B. A. Degree in German. Mr. Decker taught German I and II as well as English II; he sponsored German Club, the Color Guard, and he was a senior sponsor. MR. CLIFFORD MOORE: Graduate of Mesa College and Colorado State University. Mr. Moore holds an A.A. Degree and a B A Degree: he taught mechanical drawing and served assponsor for the graduating Class of'68. MR. GERALD ZYBURA: Attended Texas A M University. University of Texas and Colorado State University. He holds B. S. and M.A. Degrees; Mr. Zybura taught senior mathematics and algebra and P.E. He was head football coach, as- sistant wrestling coach and a sponsor of F-Club. MISS MARIE HUNT: Attended Brigham Young University; Miss Hunt holds a B.S. Degree: she taught home economics I. II. Ill and IV and served as a sponsor for the Future Home- makers ol America: MR. RICHARD ANDERS: Attended Ohio State University and Xavier University. Mr. Anders holds a B.S. Degree. He taught biology, sponsored the weightlifting group, and served as assistant coach with the Wild- cat gridiron squads in 1968. 206 1V1 R MARION LITTLEPAGE: Attended Kansas State Teachers Col- lege; he holds a B.E. Degree in science. Mr. Littlepage taught general and se- nior mathematics. He served as head baseball and tennis coach. MISS SUE ALEXANDER: Attended Western State College of Colorado and Colora- do State University. She holds a B. A. Degree. Miss Alexander taught Eng- lish, speech and drama. She sponsored Fruila's chapter of National Thespians, and she directed the popular Romanoff and Juliet. MR. JOHN W. SNEED: Attended Oklahoma University, Oklahoma City University, Adams State College and Colorado State College. Mr. Sneed holds a B. S. Degree in geology. He taught science, mathematics and geolo- gy. Mr. Sneed worked with the juniors as a class sponsor; he organized and sponsored the new Geology Club, and he volunteered time with the football chain-gang. MR. WILLIAM S1LLI- MAN: Attended University of Colora- do, Colorado State College and holds a B. A. Degree. Mr. Silliman taught alge- bra and trigonometry. He also served as chairman of the Department of Mathematics and as sponsor of the Fruita Student Council, which was ex- tremely active this year of the Wildcat. Mr. John W. Sneed Mr. William Silliman Next to lunch hour, planning period was the favorite. Ask any faculty member what the best period in the day is, and he'll say. Planning period. A trio of popular teachers in the toil of plan- ning period, right, included Mr. Jack Pollock, Mr Larry Ingram and Mr. David Silver. Next to planning period, teachers and stu- dents alike favored lunch. M R. OMER BURENHEIDE: Attended Colorado State University. He holds a B. S. Degree and an M A. Degree in education. Mr. Burenheide taught Fruita’s classes in vocational agriculture, and he fought to save these classes for Fruita High School. He also sponsored the Future Farmers of America. MR. FARRY INGRAM: Attended Mesa College and Colorado State College. He holds a B.A. and an M.A. Degree. Mr. Ingram taught geog- raphy and social psychology. He also was a co-sponsor of International Rela- tions. Mr. Omer Burenheide Mr. Larry Ingram MRS. KAREN PATTERSON: At- tended Mesa College, Western State College of Colorado, as well as the UDEA Institute. Mrs. Patterson holds a B.A. Degree. A language teacher, she instructed Fruita's courses in Spanish. She also served as sponsor for the Spanish Club and as one of the four sponsors with the Class of'68. MR. RICHARD ROY: Graduated from Western State College of Colorado. Mr. Roy holds a B.A. in music educa- tion. In his initial year at FHS, Mr. Roy instructed general music and di- rected all bands. He was present with the band at numerous activities; he also worked with the musical hit. Rip Van Winkle. Dynamics in the classroom as well as in the hallways. Mrs. Karen Patterson Mr. Richard Roy Mr Robert Guffey, Fruita's fiery and person- able instructor of art, left, not only talked about theory in art, but demonstrated his highly sharpened talents in a variety of medi- ums. During warm weather, art students, brushes and boards in hand, dominated lawns, tennis courts, sidewalks, and most important, they always had the best spots in the shade. Mr. Robert Guffey Mr. John Skiff Mr. Arnold Hayes Mrs. Dolores Moyer M R DAVID CROMIE: Attended Western State College of Colorado and the University of t olorado. Mr. C romu- holds a BA Degree in English and an M.A. Degree. He taught senior English anjSSJ Wildcats in '68 as sponsor of the Wildcat's Heat and as sponsor of the school s ye;� tldtar MIC JO SKIFF Attended Colorado Stale College and Western State College of Colorado Mr. Skiff holds A lJegree m business education. During 1968. he taught typing I and 1. as well as courses GUFFEY Attended Northeastern Junior College, Colorado State College where he earned a B.A grw and an M A Degree in fine arts. Mr. Guffey instructed students enrolled in both art 1 and art II classes. In add lion to hi d ties as a classroom instructor Mr Guffey served as a sponsor for the junior class which worked continually to concoct a JOHN t. LEMCKE: For nearly a quarto, century Mr. Lentcke worked � nh and provided inspiration for the students of Eruita High School. He organized and sponsored Future T“c|ters of America SefenceClub and served in hundreds of capacities. MR. ARNOl.D HAVES: In hts func.ton“|‘T£II°'' was concerned with everything from registration to student problems to college entrance to scholarships He was a hnk hCPHSTs nrnoolh peratfon. MRS. DOLORES MOVER Attended Mesa College. Unt.erstty of Colorado and Colorado State College Ihe holds a B.A. Degree. She taught P.E. and American history, and she was sponsor ot the Drill Team. 209 Mr. Lowry Bishop Mrs. Sue Curtis Mr. William Trump Mrs. Patricia Collister Mr. Tom Rieniets Mrs. Penny Pulliam M R. LOW RY BISHOP: Attended Snow Junior College and is a graduate of Brigham Young University. Mr. Bish- op holds a B.S. Degree with majors in physical education and history. He taught United States history and PE. A sports enthusiast, Mr Bishop coached the Wildcat varsity hoop quintet, and he also served as a sponsor of Fruita’s finest, the elite F-Club. MRS. SUE CURTIS: Hailing from Texas, Mrs. Sue Curtis was a new face at FHS this season where she worked as a library assistant. MR. WILLIAM TRUMP: Attended Kansas University, Colorado State College and South Dakota State. Mr. Trump holds both a B.A. Degree and an M.A. Degree. He taught wood shop skills and craft as well as industrial arts. A vigorous, energetic man, Mr. Trump was among the foursome which sponsored Fruita's se- nior class. MRS. PATRICIA COLLISTER: Attended the University of Northern Iowa where she earned a B.A. De- gree in physical education. Mrs. Collister instructed physical education classes. She coached the girls' gymnastics team and served as Physical Education Department chairman. MR. TOM RIENIETS: Attended New Mexico Highlands University. Mr. Rieniets holds a B.A. Degree as well as an M.A. Degree in history. He taught American government and American history. Mr. Rieniets was a sophomore class sponsor and a coach. MRS. PENELOPE PULLIAM: Graduated from Eastern New Mexico University; she holds a B.S. Degree; Mrs. Pulliam taught science and P.E. She sponsored Pep Club, Cheerleaders and the Fruita Girls' Athletic Association. 210 Mr. Leonard Davis Mr. Charles Everett, Assistant Principal M ISS JANICE PORATH: Graduated from Colorado State University at Fort Collins. She holds a B.A. Degree. Miss Porath held sway in business classrooms where she taught shorthand, typing and office practice. Vivacious in the classroom. Miss Porath majored in business administration with a background in secretarial training. MR. LEONARD DAVIS: Attended Mesa Junior College and Western State College of Colorado. He holds a B.A. Degree and is an advanced student in pursuit of an M.A. He taught world history and United States history. He served as a co-sponsor of IRC and was chairman of Fruita's Social Studies Department. High-stepping pom-pon marcher with the Wildcat Drill Team. Lennie Rich, left, holds a confab with team sponsor Mrs. Dolores Moyer. Girls and spon- sor worked an average of three hours at each practice session to prepare the intricate shows. 211 MINNIE FUOCO: At- tended Colorado State University and Western State College of Colorado. She holds a B.S. Degree, and during '68 she once again taught courses in home economics. Mrs. Fuoco was a co-sponsor of the Future Homemak- ers of America chapter, w hich met regularly and often. MR. CARl.OS WOODSON: Graduated from Ar- kansan Technological College where he earned a B.S. Degree in physical education. He instructed both social studies and physical education classes. Mr. Woodson was an assistant foot- ball coach. Mrs. Minnie Fuoco Mr. Carlos Woodson MR TOM LOUGH RIDGE: Attend- ed Mesa Junior College, Colorado State College, John Carroll Universi- ty and Hiram College el al.. where he obtained a B.A. Degree in physics and chemistry. Mr. Loughridge taught science; he took all of Mr. John Lemcke’s classes and volunteered to sponsor Science Club in addition to his other duties. MRS. BETTY JUNE GEORGE: Graduated from Illinois State University holding a B.S. Degree. In her first year at FHS, Mrs. George Instructed classes in English literature, composition and grammar. A traveling teacher, Mrs. George journeyed to Orchard Mesa to conduct a series of afternoon classes with students there. Mr. Tom Loughridge Mrs. Ruth Taylor doled out aspirin and sympathy as nurse. Mrs. Betty June George Mrs. Ruth Taylor Mr. William Silliman Mrs. Kathryn Ellis Mr. Tom Rieniets 212 Mr. David Silver Miss Marilyn Wallace Mrs. Emma Lou Hurt M R. WILLIAM KINMAN: Attended Peru State College and Western State College of Colorado. Mr. Kinman holds a B.A. Degree in arts and sciences. A veteran member of the Fruita High School faculty, he taught English I and English III in 1968. Mr. Kinman was a sponsor of the sophomore class which provided the Sweethearts' Ball in early March. Mr. Kinman was also chairman of the English Department. MR. JACK POLLOC K: Attended Mesa Junior College, Colorado State College and Western State College. He holds a B.A. Degree as well as an M.A. Degree. Mr. Pollock taught chemistry and general science in '68. He was the prime sponsor of F-Club and was head coach of the winning Wildcat wrestling squad. MISS BILLIE JUNE MEANS: Attended North Texas State University and the University of Maine. She holds a B.A. Degree. Miss Means, a member of the foreign language staff, instructed classes in French I II, III, IV. She sponsored French Club and was a member of the quartet which provided faculty sponsor- ship for the up-coming Class of '69. MR. DAVID SILVER: Attended Oklahoma State University and Sacramento State College. He holds a B.S. Degree in education. Mr. Silver taught classes in junior and senior English. He served as a sophomore class sponsor, as freshman football coach and as assistant varsity basketball coach. MISS MARILYN WALLACE- Miss Wallace returned to FHS in '68 to work with the staff of counsellors; she was an invaluable addition (once again) to the faculty. MRS. EMMA LOU HURT: Mrs. Hurt, a dedicated and conscientious woman continued to provide Fruita with outstanding library facilities on a limited budget. She was a master. 213 Experiences with a tang were the key to Fruita’s tre- mendous academic success in 1968.Students and teachers alike became involved not so much in trad- ing information, but in sharing meaningful experi- ences. Roy Bailey, above, tried to share his home- work with Mr. Tom Rieniets. Each Quest Succeeded In Another Search For New Experiences Popular in 68 were the Freak-out, the Sit-in, the Hang-up. the Walk-out, the Turn-on and the Run- around. none of which gained any support among Wildcats who were avidly concerned with a break- through into activities which weould be of value be- yond the classroom. Probably no part of the up-dated curriculum satisfied student needs for the future more completely than that offered by the Vocational De- partments. Agriculture and the related subject areas attracted dozens like Terry McBride, right, who re- cieved specialized training from Department Chair- man Omer Burenhcide. who fought to keep the voca- tional classes at Fruila High School. 216 rades among Wildcat scholars were important, sure. But success was measured on as many scales as there were school days in the year. David Roper, a Boettcher Scholarship winner, and John Orr, who received the solitary National Merit Scholarship awarded at Fruita, set the academic pace. Others in various achievement trials shined as brightly. Naomi Oliver, top. won local competition in the Betty Crocker contest; James Jones, top, succeeded in being first to the library three days out of five. Anne Mosher won officer status with Science Club, and Sharon Myers, left, was a standout on the uneven parallel bars in gymnastics. Jeanne Mine succeeded in falling asleep in study hall. And that took a special kind of highly developed skill and training. 217 Pat Vcatch. junior, top, scans a copy of the Palisade High School student newspaper during the lull after school. A full schedule daily was comOlemented at 3: 05 with a helf-hour period in which students could meet with instructors for individual help, confer- ences. Senior Pat Rich, above, presented such an intense picture of academics in action that it was agreed he probably had a copy of Mad Magazine in his lap under the table. Study halls were great for learning, but the best place of all was near the water fountains between classes. Vickie Holt and Dianne Hull, both juniors, made regular trips to the library during third hour. A con- tinual flow of new books and a weekly influx of mag- azines made Fruita's library a popular place. Also popular at the library was Dracula. Librarian Emma Lou Hurt reported that 29 students laid out silver for copies of Dracula. but getting students interested in Jane Eyre was like well, like squeezing blood whoops! How did we get back on Dracula7 218 Linda Guccini and classmate Karla Woynowskie, tied up in French and physics, but college bound Mr. Arnold Hayes and Judy Smith basking in good news. Application Forms Were the Shape Of Things to Come Counsellors Wished for a Pot of Gold Three-day weekends were as plentiful as free popci- clcs at the student council Candy Shoppe. And ex- plaining a Friday's absence required imagination and planning, both of which were common among se- niors. More often than not. topclassmcn filed office- ward to gab with counsellors Mr. Arnold Hayes and Miss Marilyn Wallace, who held cubbyhole confabs at the drop of I need help!” Invariably, seniors turned conversation to college entrance require- ments, scholarships and job availability. A flood of application forms poured through the small cubicle offices, resulting in a higher percentage of college fundings than ever before. Senior Judy Smith, above, made application early and received a scholarship to Western State College of Colorado. 219 earning! What was it? And what was it all about? Sometimes it was books and teachers maybe a discussion of the French Revolution or the Spanish Armada. Maybe it was Hemingway or quadratic equations. So What? No. More of- ten than not, learning was meeting other people, working with them, overcoming differences, and finding ways to exist together. At top arc Mike Kochevar, Mr. Tom Rieniets, Roy Bailey and John Evans. Also above are Patty Maluy, Janet Rowe, Steve Allen, and Mike Kochevar, again. At right arc Aldcn Chesney and Teresa Goldman. Below arc Paul Kochevar, David Brantley, Chuck Greager. Jack Durrett; then next arc Greg Brown and Dennis Retherford. 220 T oo filled with sheer effervescence to be anything but charming. Carol Fry beams in response to commands from Mr. Gerald Deck- er during a session in German class, below. She is framed by more somber faces of Billy Wil- liams and Tommy Samora. The old halls, where Wildcats have met for nearly half a cen- tury to experience the art of becoming, over- flowed. too we were crowded, but somehow we managed. Below are Sam Palmer, Don Bris- tol. At left are Pam Baker and Dick Niehucs hard at it in the cafeteria not eating, study- ing. That's one of the ways we utilized space. At right is Janice McDermott Baker, and above is Rachel Ukele typing Spanish in the J-room. Also atop arc Thomas Groves and Ed Alstatt. 221 Chapter President Henry Nagel planted a vigorous buss on newly installed Queen Linda Guccini at for- mal ritesin late May. Jack Durretl smiled hisap- proval while attendants stood in line. Fruita Farmers Named A Queen, Chapter Court Chapter Sponsor Mr. Omer Burcnhcidc and member Frank Fry. right, center, stood by as the queen and her court were presented to parents and other guests. President Henry Nagel and Jack Durretl, right, con- ducted business from the rostrum. 222 Chapter Sponsor Mr. Omcr Burenheide. top, moved Future Farmers toward developing leadership, coop- eration and citizenship. Steve Roberts and Tim Arpkc, top, right, were at the May banquet. Kathy Marinclli and Cheri Fry. above, attendants to Queen Linda Guccini. were among the honored guests, which included Principal and Mrs. Walden H. George. Officer Terry Marinclli chatted with Bruce Kettle, right, center, then Terry joined follow veteran member Don Wyncoop, bottom, right. T hirty-two vocational agriculture stu- dents elected to supplement classroom achievement through participation in Fruita’s chapter of Future Farmers of America. FFA began '68 with a communi- ty safety campaign during the corn harvest and concluded with a parent-son banquet featuring a bevy of beauties who reigned as chapter queen and attendants. Mr. Omer Burenheide was the chapter spon- sor. Country Gentlemen Invited Parents, Guests to Dinner 223 Norman Gifford, chapter vice-president, and Ernie Boswell were engrossed in the induction ceremony for new Grcenhand candidates. FEA is open to any vocational agriculture student willing to work. Greenhands Received A Wildcat Welcome Chapter Sponsor Mr. Omer Burenheide and Mrs. Buren- heide at the Future Farmer banquet in late May. Jack Durrett, Arnold Nagel and Ernie Boswell anticipated dinner after a look at the menu. Chapter officersand mem- bers welcomed these under- class Greenhand candidates into the organization. Don Wyncoop and Terry Marinel- li helped with the induction. 224 Don Wyncoop, chapter secretary, and Terry Mari- nelli, reporter, confer with Mr. Omer Burenheide. Henry Nagel was president; Norman Gifford, vice- president; Wayne Fry. treasurer. hapter members made and sold pole gates and bols- tered organization funds in various ways. With money won in judging competitions and with other funds, boys purchased animals which were kept at member farms and ranches. One of the primary aims of FFA at Fruita is to help the dapper young farmers of tomorrow to gain effi- ciency in selecting animals. Work on the chapter scrap- book and a highly touted parliamentary procedure team also demanded hours of individual labor. Fruita hosted the state FFA president, too, earlier in the year. He was impressed. President Henry Nagel, a graduating senior with the Class of '68, did much to instill a sense of action throughout the organization which, without a lot of hornblowing, grew and prospered. John Johnston and Mrs. Omer Burenheide were present for the Grecnhand initiation into FFA. Fruita’s chapter projects after the year was well underway included several radio programs over station KWSL, construction of a billboard just west of Fruita, and the placing of FFA posters in the city. Homemakers Hosted New Girls With Cakes, Conviviality Future Homemakers of America Chapter President Faye Kel- ley cut the icing for new initiates at the organization's spring ceremony featuring a formal welcome and an elaborate cake. Toward New Horizons With President Faye, above and below, arc Wilma Clawson. Starla O'Brian. Sharia Smith. Vera Post, and Nancy Harper. Nancy was chapter vice-presi- dent; Sharia was secretary Miss Marie Hunt and Mrs. Minnie Fuoco served as chapter sponsors. Future Homemakers of America, small in number, but go-go in atti- tude. devoted a major portion of meeting time to a handful of projects. Members hawked cookbooks, sponsored bake sales and even whipped up a spaghetti dinner to raise funds for such activities as Fruita's par- ticipation in the FHA state convention in Fort Collins. The local chap- ter undertook several community service projects; girls donated S25 to the Ron Halsey Fund, made food tray favors for the hospital and earned $56 for Hilltop House on Lily Day. Sharia Smith, above, Vera Post, Donna Clawson, Carolyn Coup, Anna Vigil. Wilma Clawson and Dianna Rivera, right, were active with FHA in 1968. Salt and Pepper Homemakers Added A Touch of Spice, a Bit Of Flavor; Life Was Good Affable Faye Kelley, chapter president, led home- makers through a year of cookies and cakes in which the frosting was the trip to Fort Collins. Seven girls and co-sponsor Miss Marie Hunt made the trip. Voting delegates were co-secretary Cindy Stark and reporter Nancy Arbogast. Rep- resenting the district at state were Fruita's Secre- tary Sharia Smith and Vice-president Nancy Harper. Faye Kelley and Songleader Starla O’Brien, along with Betty Crocker winner Naomi Oliver, also made the trip to state convention. Reva Post was the FHA treasurer. Naomi Oliver read a poem at Fort Collins before a 900-girl as- sembly. “We learned a lot and brought back new ideas for the club,” said President Faye. Home- makers also served at the Future Farmer ban- quet. Girls named Nancy Arbogast as the out- standing FHA senior for 1967-68. Starla O'Brien and Historian Naomi Oliv- er sparkled behind the serving counter at the FFA banquet. Reva Post, treasurer is at top. Mrs. Minnie Fuoco was sponsor. And so the year ended; a sense of achieve- ment. a feeling of fulfillment mingled with dreams and plans for another season in 69 with Future Homemakers. 228 229 Patrons: These business contributed cash to help us tell the Wildcat sto- ry in 1968: without their assistance, this enlarged edition of The Wildcat would not have been a possibility. We of the staff thank them most heartily. Page Sponsored: The Fruita State Bank 32 The Auto Mart, First White, 3rd North 12 B B Electric, 230 West Grand Ave 10 Coca Cola Distributing Co 46 Combs Gardens........................................31 Commercial Inn 129 Factory Outlet Shoes, 413 Main 9 Frank Dunn Co., 1040 South 5th 88 Fruita Clothing Store 74 Fruita Co-op 92 Gene Taylor’s Rod and Gun Shop 58 W. R. Hall Transfer and Storage Co 6 Independent Lumber Company of Fruita 30 Ingelhart's Mill 53 Radio Station KEXO 50 Kinney’s Shoes 16 L. Cook Jewelry and Sporting Goods...................96 Mildred's Beauty Shoppe 40 North Avenue Furniture 154 Peters' Department Store 24 The Pink Poodle 45 Sallie's Shoe Repair 122 Radio Station KREX 66 Squires Men’s Shop, Main Street 59 Surplus City, 1st Grand 176 Trailer Home Rental and Service 17 The U. S. Bank, 4th Main 38 Western Mobile Homes, Incorporated 206 Zales Jewelers, 435 Main Street 116 Area Businessmen Radio Station KSTR 25 The Spradlings of Fruita 68 Woolworth's Department Store, 5th Main 207 Dr. Harold Adams, 957 North Ave 26 El Toro Restaurant..................................140 Home Style Bakery, 940 North Ave 104 The Carnals of Loma .................................70 Desert Gateway Store of Mack 208 H. B. Huskey, M. D. 28 Loma General Store 138 230 Dr. and Mrs. J.S.Orr 102 'Cat Office Employees 205 Anderson Eurniture Company, 2nd Colorado 131 Agricultural Services Company 84 American Gilsonite Company Refinery 146 Benge's Shoe Store 59 Bruch's Packing of Fruita 126 Clements' Station of Mack 81 Coachman Inn, Highway 6 50 60 Dinosaur Texaco Service 114 Farmers Union Insurance 83 Fruita Accounting Service ..............................7 Fruita Blacksmith and Welding Shop 145 Fruita Cigar Store 42 Fruita Drug Store 51 Fruita Dry Cleaners 209 The Fruita Times 21 Fruita Washateria 47 Fruita Wholesale Co.................................. 61 Gambles of Fruita 226 G. E. Washateria,Highway 6 50 227 Hurt's Appliance Repair, 809North Ave............ 11 Johnnies of Fruita 27 Lew's Television Sales Service 48 Lower Valley Insurance 132 Lower Valley Liquors..................................142 Lyles Tavern 77 Modern Auto Salvage, Highway 6 50 222 Montgomery Ward Co., 501 Main 22 Payne Motor Co., 7th North 223 Peyton's Jewelry, 440 Main 130 Farmers Union Insurances, 1006 North 5th 52 Pickens Body Shop. 7 West McCune 154 Reeds Dairy of Fruita 147 Reynolds Launderette of Fruita 149 Rey's Mobile Service, Park Square 120 Backed This Wildcat Saga Servisoft Appliance Center, 309 Main 34 Stephens Sporting Goods, 510 Main 93 Tempo 89 Tompkins'Implement Company of Fruita 20 Treece Furniture Company, 336 Main 136 Uranium Liquors, Motel Cafe 150 Valley Auto Sales Salvage 148 Waddell's Market of Fruita 144 Walton's Thriftway Market 63 Watson Floral, 530 Main 49 231 An Index to Faces in Time A ALEXANDER. SUSAN 2. 38. 148. 207 Alien. Daniel (Steve) 158. 220 Allen. Sharlyn III. 116, 117. 178 Allison,Carrie 70, 72. Ill, 192 Allison. Leanna E-1, 140. 141. 178, 235 Alstatt, Ed 158, 221 Alstatt, Jerry 93, 192 ANDERS. RICHARD 56, 57. 67. 206 Andersen, Jeri 145, 158 Andrews. Susan 2, 50, 158, E-2 Arbogast, Nancy 46. 47, 70. 72, 144. 158. 229.234. 235 Arbogast, Sheryl 8, 13.43. 70. 72. 79. 111. 178. 181.214,231,235 Armenta, Robert 107, 158 Arpke. Calvin (Tim) 109, 113, 178, 223 Amos, Judy 192 B Bailey. Roy 6. 15. 55. 84. 87. 89. 90,91, 139. 158.216, 220 Baker. Boyce 55, 65. 74, 136, 173. 230 Baker. Janice 8, 33, 74, 221 Baker. Pamela 6, 72, 192, 197, 221 Baldwin, Lvnette (Sharon) 158 Ball. Linda 72, III, 122, 158 Ball. Rav 8. 10. 13, 57. 60. 64. 69. 93. 139, 192, 198 Barbee, Donna 4. 12. 70, 72. 79. Ill, 134. 158. 165 Barbee. JoAnn 192 Barcus. Gary 3,47. 50. 56, 64, 82. 83, 102. 138. 192 Barnes. Dale 192 Barnes. Dean 193 Barnes. Warren 178 Bartman. John (Butch) 56. 64. 68, 102, 104, 105. 139. 158, 230. 233 Beck, Brvan2.9, II. 12, 19.45,46. 47,51. 112. 149, 178 Beck stein. Joe 55. 96. 109. 113. 144. 178 Beebe, Mary Lou 4. 12.31,33. 70. 72. 79, 82, 111, 123, 134. 146. 158. 170.234. E-2 Bender. Sandra 129. 152. 153, 154. 174, 178 Bennett. Mary 9, 36. 37. 38, 39, 40, 43, 122, 144, 178 Bennetts. Doug 78, 82. 83. 136, 178 Benson. Linda 178, 234 Bilyeu. Barbara 109. 113, 178 BISHOP. LOWRY 2. 84. 85, 86. 88. 90. 91. 138. 202,210, 231 Bond, Larry 86, 193 Boothe. Renita 193, 196 Borrelli, Delbert 78, 80 Boss, Anola 193 Bosshardt. Mickey 56. 58. 68, 69. 83. 138. 193 Boswell. Earnest 114, 139, 178. 224 Botkin. Sandra E-l, 46,47, 50. 140. 141, 159 Bousman, Joyce 53, 178 Brach.Gcri 2, 72, 144. 193 Brach. Judv 128. 131, 134. 159 Brach. Sally E-l. 110, 113, 118, 119. 140. 141. 142, 143, 159.231.233. 235. E-2 Brantley. David 84. 87, 90. 129. 139. 220, 231 Branum. Roy 193 Bristol. Don 35. 56, 60. 64, 80. 82, 114. 136, 174,178, 221 Bristol. Janice 9 Brown, Greggory 3, 11, 57, 65, 66. 67, 68. 87. 90. 115, 176, 178. 220 Brown. Julianne 193 Brownell. Lavonne E-l, 3. 12, 18,45.46, 50, 52. 53.70, 72, 99. 111. 115. 125, 126. 130. 132. 144, 149, 159. 231.232,233 Brownell. Yvonne 4. 9. 12.47. 50, 52. 53, 70. 72, 82,98, 111, 114. 115, 123. 124. 125, 126. 128, 129, 131, 135, 144, 149, 160, 169.231,232,233. E-2 BUCHER, I RANCES Buhler. Kathy 3. 12, 70, 72. 99. 111. 144. 178, 189 Bunigcr. Gayle E-l, 6, 70. 117. 140. 141. 178,235 Buniger. Karen 75, 90. 124, 160, 171 Bunnell, Yvonne 9 BURENHEIDE, OMI R 208. 216. 222. 223.224 Burenheide, Omcr. Mrs. 224, 225 Burton. Thomas (Jim) 130, 160 c Cady. Lcs 178 Cady, Mary 193 Cady. Marvin 160 Caldwell. Vernon 193 Campion. Twila 72, 193 Canfield. Jan E-l. 47, 103, 140, 141, 160. 235 Canfield. Orel 3,46.47.48, 50, 230 Carbajal. Joe E-1.3. 9, 15, 16. 37, 38,43. 44, 51. 97, 103. 104. 110. 120, 145. 160. 173,230 Carlucci. Jim 2, 6, 193, 197, 198 Carnal, Vicky 8. II. 12.25.38, 72. 75, 128, 144,145. 160. 173 Case. Karen 2. 5. 122, 160.234 Charlesworth, Linda 33. 60. 106, 107, 108. 110. 112. 113. 160. 172 Chcsncy. Alden 120, 193, 220 Chesncy.Carl 178 Chcsncy. Linda E-2 Chcsncy. Ray 2, 9. 98. 114, 115, 136, 179 Chcsney. Terry 93, 126. 129. 130. 131. 193 Clark. Janette 3, 123. 125, 179 Clark. Trudy 8.9, 17, 160 Clary. Richard 9 Clawson, Donna E-l. 140, 141, 160. 227. 235 Clawson. Gerald 12. 84. 85. 87. 89. 90, 95, 96. 136, 179, 182 Clawson. Wilma 193. 226, 227. 229 Clay. Walter Clements, Crawford 11, 56, 64, 82, 83, 139, 179, 193 Cole. Joyce E-l. 3, 5. 12.40, 72. 111. 140, 141. 149, 180, 235 Cole, Linda E-l.47. 104. 140. 141. 149, 160, 235 Cole, Mike 16, 151 Collins, Bobby Gail 115 Collins, Diana E-l, 6. 33, 34. 70, 72, 111, 118. 119, 161.231.232.233, E-2 COL LISTER. PAT 210 Combs. Patti 17.33, 70, 72, 129, 130. 131. 190. 191, 194 Conley, Steve 161 Cordova. Nick Coup, Alice 194 Coup.Carolyn 161,227 Coup, Jean 9 Cox. Jerry 16, 87. 90. 151. 162, 173 Cox. Mickey 8, 14, 52. 180 Craig, Debbie 114, 115 Crespin, Patty E-l, 140. 141. 180 CROMIE, DAVID 123, 125. 145. 202. 209 Cronk, Tom 3, 8, 13, 19, 93, 104, 105. 114. 135, 175, 176, 179, 180 Crouse, Todd 151, 152. 162 Cruse, Merri 194 CURTIS.SUE2I0 D Dally. Cherrie 180 Daniels, Danny 108, 113, 180 Davis, Linda 6, 12, 70, 72, 82, 180. 181 232 DAVIS. LEONARD 146,211 Davis. Robert 10. 86. 90, 93, 194, 200 Decamp, Robert 107, 113, 194 DECKER. GERALD 114, 156, 206 Depriest, Wilma E-l, 140, 141 Dick. Charlotte 118, 119, 142, 143. 180,231, 233,234 Dickerson. Donna 12. 70, 72, 177, 180 Dockery, Frank 3, 7 Douglas, Thomas 61, 115 Dougherty, Johnny 74, 162 Downer. Glenn 61. 115 Downer. Sheryl 180 Downs. Marie 9, 102. 109. 113. 128, 129, 131. 194.234 Durrett. Jack 109. 113. 194. 220. 222, 224 E Eisenach. Stan 145, 159 ELLIS, KATHRYN 212 EM RICH, VIRGINIA 44, 46,47, 51, 140. 141. 149, 175, 206, 235 Erkman, Glenn 2, 9, 13. 37, 40. 42. 46.47, 93. 108. 113, 148, 180 Etchevcrry, Robert E-l, 2. 3, 9, 56. 57, 62, 63. 64. 76. 80. 82. 137, 235, E-2 Evans, John 220 Evans. Tom 56. 57. 62, 65, 66, 85, 87. 89, 90, 102, 104, 139. 162 EVFRETT. CHARLES 15, 202, 204. 211 Evers, Sherry I 70, 111, 117, 194 F Fit ncr. Gary 194 Fortik, Pamela 3, 12, 51. 194 Foster. John 194 Fry, Carol 17,51,72. 109. 112, 113, 115, 144, 180, 221, 231. E-2 Fry, Cheri 22, 222. 223 Fry. Frank 12, 129. 194.222 Fry, Wayne 103, 138, 163 FUOCO. MINNIE 212 G Greager, Chuck E-l, 12, 20, 65, 84. 86, 87, 89. 90.91. 138, 163, 171.220. 231,232 Greenhow, Aronda 4. 12, 70. 72. 111. 195, 201.233 Groves, Rhonda I 9, 115. 120, 181 Groves, Thomas 54, 56, 60. 62, 64. 82. 83, 94.96. 139. 195, 221 Guccini, Jackie 6, 29. 72. 102. 105. 129, 146, 154. 190, 191, 195, 197,233 Guccini. Linda 9. 12, 13, 17, 22. 24. 70. 72, 111, 129, 146. 154, 155. 161, 163,219. 222.232.233 GUFFEY. ROBERT 174. 203. 208, 209 Gunn. Naomi 70. III. 195. 197 H Hall, Don Hall, Joe Haller, Clyde 148, 181 Haller. John Hampton. Gail 7. 33. 70. 72, 111, 192, 195. 233 Hamrick. Floyd 195 Hamrick. Phillip83, 195 Harmon, John 181 Harper. Nancy 74. 181,226. 229 Hartman. Marie 70. 74. 181 Hartman. Linda 163 HAYES, ARNOLD 127. 130, 209, 219 Heiny, Jeanne I, 8, 12, 13, 14, 52. 72. 98. 105, 123, 124. 125. 181, 189, 192,230, E-2 Hill. Barbara 6. 8. 12. 28. 70. 72. 82. 100. 102. 105. III. 126. 177. 181.232 Hoback. Steve 65. 114. 138, 144. 181 Holt. Vickie 118, 119. 131. 142. 143. 182, 218.231,233. E-2 Hovland. Sheila 125, 163 Hull. Betty 12. 33, 70. 72. 74, 182. 218, 233 HUNT. MARIE 206, 229 HURT. EMMA LOU 147.213 Huskey. Jackie 6. 30. 70. 72. 196 I Idler, Cathy 196 INGRAM,'LARRY 146.207.208 Kettle, Bruce 183, 223 Kettle. Leonna 51. 72, 183 Kettle. Susan 47. 48. 149, 183 Kiefer. Duane 94. 96. 196 Kiefer. Rita 119. 147, 163,231,233 KINMAN, WILLIAM 191,213 Kochcvar. Kathleen 26. 128. 130, 163, 234 Kochevar. Michael 57, 62. 65, 87. 89, 90. 138, 163. 220 Kochevar. Paul 57. 64. 128. 129, 130, 177, 183. 185, 220. 232. E-2 Kochevar. Paula 6, 8, 12, 70. 72, 111, 115, 177, 181, 183 Koenig, Michael 2. 114, 150. 152, 176, 177, 183,233 Kohls, Karen 196 Koziol. Mary 108. 113, 163 Ko iol. Stanley E-l. 6. 46. 56. 64. 99. 114, 120.230, 231.237. 283 Kralicek. Edna 183 L Laimbock. Steve 112, 113. 196 Lamar. Judy 12, 72. 74. 102. 105. 154, 196, 197,198 Landini. Cathy 120, 121, 196, 234. 235 Larralde.Signa E-l. 16, 27, 126, 132, 245. 246, 150, 159. 163.233,234 Lehmann. Michael 8. 57. 136. 137. 139. 196. 231 LEMCKE. JOHN 209. 236 Lcvcrly, Clinton 196 LITTLEPAGE. MARION 8.92,97,182. 207 Lorimer, Cheryl 110, 112. 113. 121, 129, 147. 183, 232, 234 LOUGH RIDGE. TOM 151. 152.212.234 Lueras. Jesse Lujan. Kathy 183 M Mackey, Roger 177. 183 Maluy, Patty 13,37, 39,40.71,74. 90. 105, 128, 131. 152, 176. 183. 220 Gallegos, Kathy 120. 121 Garcia. Georgia 70, 194 Garcia, John Garcia. Leon 114 Garcia. Robert 114, 115, 194 Garcia. Ronnie 194 Garlick. Starla 129, 195 Garlitz. Gayiene 2. 130. 144. 180 Garlilz. Robert 16.47,48.51, 163 GEORGE. BETTY 212 GEORGE. WALDEN H 2, 7, 128, 156. 205, 223 George, Mrs. Walden 223 Gifford. Norman 224 Gilbert, Doris 180 Gilman. Pete 160, 161 Goatley, Pamela 177 Goldman. Teressa 220 Goss. Vcrlan 56, 60, 138, 180 Grant, Dale 195 Gray. Don Gray. Kenneth 181 Irvin, Danny J Jacquez. David 8. 79. 80. 96. 115. 182 Jacquez. Joann 3. 15, 117. 182 Jenkins. Barbara E-l, 140. 141. 163. 235 Jennings. Sheila 176. 183.233 Johnston, John E-l. 196, 225, E-2 Johnston. Jon 108, 113, 183 Jones. Danny Jones. James 217 Jones, Joe Alfred 2,49, 94, 96. 110, 113, 196. 197 K Keith. Kris 12. 13. 57. 64.92. 93. 139. 195, 196 Kelley. Byron 94.96. 129, 196 Kelley, Faye 9, 52, 107. 108, 109, 110, 113. 118, 122, 123. 183, 226, 228, 229, 230 Kelley. Mike E-l. 2.47,48, 183,233 Kem, Carol 196, 234 Marcs, Max Mares, Sammy 183, 186 Marinelli. Brenda 33, 70, 72. 111. 196. 197 Marinelli. Kathy 12. 22. 70. 72. 196. 197, 201.222. 223 Marinelli. Terry 183. 223. 224, 225 Marquez. Joe 197 Marquez, Vicki 120. 197 Martin. Bonnie 111. 117. 197 Martin. Robert 114, 183. 233 Martinez. Genevieve 120. 121, 197, 235 Martinez. Josue 197 Martinez. Larry 197 Martinez, Louie 183 Mason, Kathy 2. 12, 18,48. 53. 70. 72. 74. 111. 129. 134, 149. 184 McBride. Ellen 130. 197 McBride. Marlene 110, 113, 11 , 197 McBride. Milo 184 McBride, Terry 87, 90. 216. 230 McCaffrey, john 76.77. so McDonald. Daniel 148. 164, 231 McIntyre. Kathy 9. 35, 70, 72, 74, 75. 90, III. 115, 184. 232 McLaughlin, Sherry 12, 70, 72, 74, 198 McLaughlin. Terry 16, 122, 123, 125, 143, 164.230 MEANS. BILLIE JUNE 155. 174, 213, 232 Medina, Cathy 120 Mcinsen, Linda 1, 2, 9, 12, 13, 43, 70, 72, 111. 115, 184,214 Mendenhall. Ruth 184 Mervhew. Ethel 70, 111, 117, 198 Meyer, Ered 112, 113, 184 Miles. Gene 10. 56. 60. 65. 83, 93, 114, 198 Miller. Kenny Pete 17, 19. 23. 29. 34, 56. 57, 59,61,62, 63, (A, 138. 157, 164 Mine. Jeanne 164, 217 Mize. Loran (Beryl) 164 Mi c, Lor ice 198 Mogcnsen, Mary Kay 7, 8, 72. 124. 198 Monger. Kirk 12. 55. 76. 78. 79. 80. 164. E-2 Monger, Ross (Danny) 184 Monger. Shane E-2 Monger. Swany 8, 80, 114, 120. 138, 184. 234 Montano. Elvin 164 Montgomery, Hershal 198 Moon, Anna 2. HI. 196. 198. 231 Moon. Michael 7. 12. 57. 65, 69. 77, 80. 83. 198 MOORE. CLIFFORD 156. 206 Moore. Julianne4, 12. 17. 55, 70, 72, 79, III, 125, 134. 154, 155. 164 Morgan, Mike 184 Moser. Rhonda 120 Mosher. Anne E-l. 16, 118, 119, 126, 151. 164. 217, 231,233. E-2 Mosher, Mariam 2, 70, 111, 117, 152, 184 MOYER. DOLORES 116. 209. 211 Mulford, Bob 9 Murch. Gary 198 Murray. Don 10. 121. 198 Musselman. Burlena 12, 70, 72, 198, 199, 201 Musselman, Laura 6, 70, 72, 111, 165, 231 Musselman, Sarah 70, 72, 82, 111. 117, 124, 165,230, 231 Muths. Joe 108. 113, 184 Myers, Sharon E-1, 33, 70. 72, 111. 118, 119. 142. 143. 165, 217, 231. 233, 235. E-2 N Nagel. Arnold 224 Nagel, Henry 165. 222, 225 Near. Susan 235 Neff. Naomi E-l. 50. 140, 141, 165, 235 Nelson. Sandra 51, 184 Niehucs, Richard 56, 58, 61, 63, 64, 139. 165,221 Noetzelmann, Larry 112, 113, 184 o O'Brian, Starla 226, 228 O’Connor. Syd 2. 13. 18. 21, 25. 32. 37, 38, 40.42,43, 70. 72, 105. III. 123, 124. 129, 132, 135, 160,165 Oliver, Harry 7, 13, 107, 113, 146. 165, 171, 233 Oliver, Naomi E-l, 2, 16, 17, 70, 111,114, 128, 150, 156. 166. 217, 228, 229. 234 Olonia. Theresa (Marie) Orr. Joe 9. 97, 102. 104. 105, � 07. 112, 113, 128, 129, 152, 177, 184,233 Orr. John 1,2, 24,46. 56. 64. 114, 128, 131. 133, 150, 151, 152, 160. 166, 170, E-2 Osborn. Chris 3. 199 Osborn, William 166. 214, 230, 233 Otero, Priscilla 184 P Palmer. Sam 57, 62, 63. 64, 66, 136, 172, 221,230 PARISH, MARGARET JANE 204 Park. Doris 115, 199 Parker, Joyce E-l, 140, 141, 166 PATTERSON. KAREN 120, 156. 208 Patterson. Mr. 120 Patton, Gail 184 PEACH. RICHARD 175 Peach, Sandra 51, 184. 234. 235 Pctross. Debbie 199 POLLOC K. JACK 2. 55, 76. 79. 80. 81. 94, 96, 136, 207,213, E-2 PORATH. JANICE 202, 211 Post. Reva 166, 226. 228, 229 Post. Vera 227, 229 Price. Paul (Dennis) 13. 46, 49. 51, 57. 60. 65.92.93.99. 136. 137, 139. 149, 182, 199 PULLIAM. PENELOPE 119. 142. 210 Pulli ns. Dale 184 Pullins, Dianne 199 Puls, Peggy 9, 26, 54. 72,90.91, 134, 166. 171 Q Quest, Ed 184 Quimby, Larry 3, 18, 44. 46. 49. 50. 110, 112, 113, 190. 199 R Radebaugh, Christine 134, 167 Radebaugh, James (Randy) 199, 230, 231 Radeck. Gayle Rader. Chuck 2, 17, 57. 64. 87. 89. 90. 91. 139. 167. 231.234 Raff. Dianne 184 Raff, Donna 2,4. 8. 17.46, 47. 53, 66. 72, 91, 107, 108. 109. 110, 113, 123, 125, 185, 232.234 Randolph. John 185, 230 Reasoncr, Don 94, 199 Reiner, Chester 185 Reed, Dick 2. 6. 13. 80. 92,93. 139, 151. 165, 167, 170, 230 Reed. Larry E-l. 7, 12, 13, 76. 77. 78, 80. 82, 83, 92, 93, 94, 96, 97. 99. 137, 138. 150, 195, 199 Reed, Marie 120, 121. 147. 167, 232 Rcthcrford, Dennis 3, 8, 9, II, 14. 18, 29. 36, 37. 38,42, 52. 53, 56. 57. 60. 62. 65, 68. 114. 129. 137, 138. 175. 176. 177. 185. 187. 220. 233 Reynolds, John 61. 114, 115, 167 Rich. Lennic 7. 70. 111. 117. 122. 186, 211 Rich. Mike 199 Rich, Pat 33, 107. 113. 167, 218 Richards. Marilyn 29. 38.43. 117, 122. 130, 135, 148, 152, 154. 181. 186. 189, 234 Richardson. Nancy 114, 167 RIEN1ETS. TOM 170, 190,210,212.216, 220 Rivera. Dianna 227 Roberts, Steve 223 Robinson. Betty 199 Robinson, Steve 83, 230 Rodriquez, Eleanor 3, 6, 12. 17,45, 46,47, 48.50, 70. 72, 149. 186.232 Rodriquez, Marie 12, 59, 72, 199, 234 Romero, Larry 186 Romero, Toni 199 Rooks. Mary Lou 70, 71, 90. 199 Roper. David 25. 36,41,42,43. 128. 131. 136. 148, 150, 151, 161. 165, 167, 172 Ross, Clarence 17, 20. 25, 33, 57, 62. 65, 76, 77. 80, 82. 83, 105, 126. 137, 157, 162. 167, 170, 232 Ross. Glenn 9, 56. 65, 78. 80. 93, 127, 129. 138.154, 199 Roundtree, Sarah 72, 111, 177. 186 Rowe. Janet 70, 72. 79. 111. 117. 128, 130. 146, 152, 186. 189. 197.214,220,221, 233.235 ROY. RICHARD47, 109. 113, 208 Russell. Ruby 6, 9. 70, 72. Ill, 186.214. 235 s Sadler. Rex 199 Salthouse, Leslie 144, 199 234 Samora, Tommy 199, 221 Sanchez, Evelyn 103, 120, 199 Sanchez, Jim 120, 121 Sanchez. Roscbcll 2, 120, 186 Sasser. Bob 186 Schafer. Wayne 10. 87, 90, 200 Schave, Kenneth 61. 115, 167 Sc have, Larry 8, 57. 138. 139, 200 Seal. Steve 83. 136. 187 Serrano, Eddie 2. 13. 55. 77. 79, 80. 83, 92, 93.96. 187,234 Serrano. Priscilla E-l, 140. 141. 235 Serve, Phillip (Pat) 187 Sewell. Sheila 35. 70. 71. 75. 90. 114. 124. 129.130. 200 Shaw. Gene 2. 5. 8, 14. 37,38.40,41.43.52. 57.69. 93. 120. 148. 186. 187 Shaw. Joyc 3. 9. 48. 119. 152. 187. 231. 233 Shaw. Verda 118. 119. 233 Sheets, Tim 200 Shires, Allen 167 Siddens. Janet 2. 51, 72, 109, 113, 128. 130, 145, 187, 192 SILI IMAN. WILLIAM 102, 104. 105, 207.212 Sills, JoAnn Sills. Sheila 200 Silva. Cecilia E-l. 118. 119, 167, 231.232. 233, E-2 Silva. Joe 187 SILVER. DAVID 2. 84. 89. 90, 91.202, 207.213 Sisncros. Margaret 187 SKIFF. JOHN 209 Sloan. Linda Smalley. Robert 200 Smith. Judy 16. 38. 39.40.42. 145. 168.219, 232 Smith. Lcs 13. 56. 64. 67. 89. 93. 114. 129, 139. 200 Smith. Marlene 50, 72. 109. 113, 176. 181, 187, E-2 Smith. Paul 17. 57. 60. 64. 135. 151, 152. 165, 168, 172 Smith, Sharia 70, III. 117, 130, 152. 153. 186. 187. 226. 227. 229 SNEED. JOHN 174. 207 Snook. Paulic Ann 8. 72, 105. 198. 200 Snyder. Altarac 53, 129, 168 Sommers, Steve 2, 54, 56, 64. 87, 89, 90. 127. 130, 139. 146, 154. 155, 168. 235, E-2 Sommcrvillc, Tommy E-l, 10, 35, 51, 126. 149, 190. 198. 200, 230, 231 Spears. Frank 37,42. 43. 148 Spradling. Trent 4. 9, 26, 56. 63. 64. 69. 76, 77. 80. 82. 129. 130. 136. 146. 154. 155. 168. 171 Stark. Cindv 36. 39.40.41.42.43. 123, 125, 148, 168.'172 Stockert, James 3, 7, 55. 57, 65, 79, 82, 94, 129. 136, 200 Stutlcr. Larry 9. 37,41.42. 43.97. 102, 103. 104. 114. 127. 128. 137, 138. 148. 151. 174, 175, 176. 177. 180, 187. E-2 Sullivan. Danny 87, 89, 115, 187 T Tatman. Jim TAYLOR. RUTH 212 Terry. Janet 72, 168 Thistle. Michele 37, 134. 147. 148, 177, 187. 232 Thornton, Kathy 187 Tomlinson. Tim 13. 57. 64. 68,69, 127, 128. 137, 139. 154. 155. 177, 185. 188. E-2 IOMPkINS. H EANOR203,204 Tompkins. Kent 2. 8. 94. 96. 97. 102. 103. 104, 105. 136. 137, 200,230 Tompkins. Dale 3. 97. 110, 113, 115, 137, 138, 177. 188, 233 Thompson, Deryl 187 Thompson, Jared 16 Torrez, David Torrez. John 200 Trujillo. Frank Trujillo, Henrietta 201 TRUMP. BILL 82.83, 157.210 Tufly. IX bra 12.70. 72. III. 168 Twitchell. Arlene 201 Twitchell. Russell 168 Twitchell. Sanna Jo 188 u Ukele. John 201 Ukele. Rachel 121, 188, 221 Ulibarri. Bob 149. 168 V Valencia. Leora 72. Ill, 147, 201 Valencia. Steve 42, 56, 57, 62, 148 Valle . Ruby E-l. 140, 141. 168.235 Veatch. Patricia 188, 218, 235 Vigil. Anna 120. 121. 188.227 Vigil. Elizabeth 201 Vigil, Jake 121 Vincent, Norman I. 13, 56, 60. 61, 63. 64. 77. 80. 82. 83. 115. 138. 188. 230, 234, 235 W Waggoner. Jcannie 48. 149. 188 W ALLACE. MARILYN 213 Walters. Nancy 125, 188 Walton. Joan 47. 70. 117. 121. 188.230, 231 Warner. Kathy 174. 188 WARREN. DARRELL 92, 93, 203 Warren. Tom 2. 8. 13, 18. 21.26.40.42. 46. 50, 84. 86, 87. 88. 89. 90. 91.92. 93, 101, 102. 104, 136. 149, 168.231.234. E-2 W assam. Steve 110. 113, 201 Watkins. Jerry (Sue) 188 Watkins, Larry 114. 130, 201 Watkins. Linda 201 Watson, Jim 201 WATSON. MARY 204 Watson. (Mary)Costa E-1,46. 70, 71. 73. 74.90.91. 140. 141. 188.235 Webb, Steve 83 Welch. JoAdair 12, 30. 70, 72, 111, 128. 130. 144, 179, 188, 232,234. E-2 Weston. Judy E-l. 19. 44, 46, 47. 49. 140. 141. 149. 166. 169. 234 Wheeler. Melody 188 White. Charles 83, 201 White. Duane 6. 169 White. Eddie 4. 28, 36. 37.43. 127, 146, 148, 153. 154. 155. 157. 169. 172. 231 White. Glenn 112, 113, 188. E-2 White. Roger 136, 151, 154, 177, 185, 188. 232 White. Wes 151, 177. 188, 232 WILDCAT. THE2. 136 Williams. Bill 83. 114. 136. 188. 221 Williams, Calvin 112, 113. 188. E-2 Williams. Sandy 201 Williams. Travis 80. 96, 136. 189. E-2 Wilson, Connie 125 Wilson, Curl 201 Wilson, Ruby 70 Withrow. Rodger 215 Withrow. Susan 70. 72, 75, 90, 115. 201 WOODSON. CARLOS 2. 56, 67. 212 Woynowskie. Karla 19. 23,47. 112, 129. 151. 153. 169.219 Wright. Ken E-l. 27. 104, 123, 124. 127, 128. 130. 150. 169,230, 231 Wynkoop. Donald 9, 114, 189. 223. 224, 225 Y Young, Frances 72. 110. 112, 113, 150, 176, 189 Young, Lois 19. 32, 33, 70. 105. 111. 154. 169. 170. 231 Young. Neta 12, 22, 70, 72. 128. 130. 131. 150. 151, 152. 176, 177, 189. 222 Young. Ray 136. 189 z Zamora. Ben 189 ZYBURA, GERALD 56. 57. 58. 61.65. 67. 81.82. 137, 206. E-2 235 We Dedicate This Record Of the Year Of the Wildcat To: Mr. John E. Lemcke, Teacher and Friend T„ . hroughout the twenty-one years in which Mr. John E. Lemcke served at Fruita H igh School, he endeared himself to hundreds of students. One of the most beloved and respected men in the history of FHS, he was a constant source iance. Oj his students Mr. Lemcke once said. 'ThesejGMtty kids t B f U S, He gave of himself as an educator, teacher and s coups ff)f M cke ssisw Rmtminy alf area vemh. During summers, orchard Hega ve finance is horn ancl his heart wen elMfltalStolen ts wuh hi g eyes, his ' provided financial ass is L offered students workjjh fg beloved assistance to students attMdg always open to any student, f of leaching; his writi ng face; goodness — these, we shall not J A long with thefundaMntulmfK ph ni v and chemistry classes, Mr. Lemcke taught the virtues ojbtleramc. the evils oj pTetWice. ami the majesty of love. e kn« iheggnmtLince of a prom date, the pleasures of a picnic; he understood the excitement of a first date 'Mr Lemcke often remark edfmfrent. Thank you for sharing your chilMJh me.' We of the Wildcat staff, in g fujretilenibrath c of%John L$m dedicate this 1968 yearbook, created in love, tqSks tuneless memt AND STAFF