Marshall University - Chief Justice Yearbook (Huntington, WV)

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Down by the river David W. Harris Riverfront Park, on the Ohio River bank just a few blocks from campus, offered students a variety of activities and an area where they could escape from the hassles of college life. The park had picnic facilities, an extensive playground, and opportunities for fishing, boating and walking year round. Hours were from 7 a.m. to 0 p.m. Several times each season the park presented special events including the popular R.ver Rock Concerts, featuring groups such as Black Oak Arkansas and Stark Raven: the Tri-State Regatta, a week-long event which attracted visitors from Ohio. Kentucky and all areas of West Virginia: and the three-day. mid-October Riverfront Fall Festival, which provided spectators with arts and crafts stands, food booths featuring local favorities such as apple cider and hot Italian sausage, and a country band. TREE-LINED WALKS - As part of the renovation of the park, newly poured sidewalks and planted trees await the arrival of visitors. RIVER REFLECTIONS - As the day ends, shadows fall across the Ohio River with the 6th Street Bridge in the background. RIVERFRONT PARK • 31

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BLOWIN' IN THE WIND - The Hags at Riverfront Park reflect the change from sunny summer days to the breezy fall season. A DAY IN THE PARK - Many students took advantage of the sun. the scenery and the music at River Rock. ■ IN HONOR OF DAVID W. HARRIS executive director HUNTINGTON URBAN NEWAL AUTHORITY IN HONOR OF - The David W. Harris River front Park was dedicated in 1984 as part of downtown renovation efforts. RIVER ROCK • Foxwagon. one of four bands performing at Riverfront Park, rocks and rolls for the audience. JO - RIVERFRONT PARK

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Ritter Park A great escape Nestled in the residential section of South Huntington, Ritter Park was a great place for students who wanted to get away from it all, while enjoying the outdoors. With its tree-lined streets, flowing streams, rose gardens, and sports facilities. Ritter Park provided students with a jogging track, tennis courts, spring rock concerts, as well as a quiet hideaway. The hillside, once filled with the sound of music, was often the perfect place to lie in the sun. pass a Frisbec or just work and talk with family and friends. To the sports enthusiast as well as the lover of the great outdoors, Ritter Park otlcrcd a picturesque setting and activities to suit the taste of just about everyone. HAPPY TRAILS - The trails in Ritter Park provided jogging enthusiasts with a sale place to work out. SMILE FOR THE CAMERA Ritter Park rose gardens provided a scenic back ground for photography buffs. SWEETHEARTS - Romantics could spend a quiet moment away from the hassles of everyday life in the rose gardens at the park. 32 RITTER PARK