Macon Academy - Lance and Shield Yearbook (Tuskegee, AL)

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CREATING A DREAM TOGETHER As the sparkling water began to lap over the unique hand-made water- wheel, the juniors relaxed as the 1974 Prom began. This was the moment the juniors had worked through nights and many a Saturday, in the gym, to bring into reality. The ivy and flower-covered bridge crossing over a stream of clear bubbl- ing water made a romantic setting for the junior and Senior girls to meet their escorts as the band, Americana Showman, played Bridge Over Trou- bled Water. A white foamy fountain with a moss- covered dome adorned the gym floor as the students danced wildly around it. For cooling thirst, a decorative re- freshment stand was found across the dance floor. 17

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Beckyrand Mike pose prettily in front of the watervvheel. Tony and Beth take a moment to rest and listen to the band's entertainment. jeff and his date delight in the evening's plea- surable activities. After months of labor, the Prom is enjoyed by all. Dancing to the theme song, Bridge Over Troubled Water, lane and Earl express their true feelings.

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Graduates Forfeit Title Struggling ruthlessly to restrain their emotions, the Seniors of 74 became less composed as graduation exer- cises preceded to begin on May 28. Glancing at the dubious faces of the 37 graduating seniors as they sat anx- iously awaiting their names to be called, one could sense a great amount of uncertainty and insecurity in their eyes. To forfeit a title for which these se- niors worked 11 toiling years, is not a facile sacrificep but to abandon a fa- miliar life and enter into an entirely dissimilar world is a far more difficult task. The Class of 74 was a small class in size but certainly not in strength of character. Among the many out- standing students that this class pro- duced was 1oAnna Youngblood, Vale- dictorian, and Garry Meinsler Salutatorian. I In her farewell address, Valedictorian, Joanna Youngblood, projects confidence and anticipa- tion for the coming years. Stanley Cohn, an outstanding member of the Senior Class, beams radiantly as Mr. Edwards presents him with his well-deserved diploma. Becky Spurlin graciously accepts her class gift from Elizabeth Foster. 18