Martinsville High School - Mavahi Yearbook (Martinsville, VA)

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Fall Activities Veins of intrigue pump throughout ‘Ponder Heart Molasses like drawls echoes from the Mavahi stage when the Junior Class presented “The Ponder Heart ’ a com¬ edy set in the deep South. The naive generosity of Daniel Ponder and the innocent delight in ice cream cones and electrical appliances of Bonnie Dee captured the hearts of audiences in mid-November. A rope swing which swung precariously from a large oak tree, the Beulah Hotel, and a truck full of screaming children were staging highlights of the production. Spinning figures, stocking feet, blar¬ ing music, staring chaperones . . . Se¬ nior Prom. The Class of 70 dedicated its fall energies to a semi-formal dance. Paper ’70 ' s, a red and white color scheme, and music by The Royal Kings provided the background for Seniors and their dates. December. . . candy canes, mistletoe, Santa Claus . . . Christmas. The cafe¬ teria took on a festive air with white table cloths and red and green center¬ pieces. Mistletoe was on sale for eager boys and hopeful girls during a sock hop held in the gym. The jolly man with the white beard and red sack made his annual appearance during the Christmas assembly. Bulletin boards, blinking lights, and the smell of ever¬ green further served to enhance Mavahi with the holiday spirit. Some said his heart was three si cs too small Or mas be his red shoes were too tight Clift Mitchell proves himself a Who-hating Gnnch during the Christmas Asscmbl 16 Student Life

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Do your thing is the key to the 1969 football homecoming dance. Whether it is ambling down the dance floor or doing the “popcorn,” each grooved in his own way to his own beat. Left, right, left, right chants Ben Clark to himself. Doris Largin is concerned only with the fascina¬ tion of the moment and her happiness as she strolls down the field. Travis, Karen Cravens, Marjorie Richmond, Colleen Collins, Debra Pettie, Annette Ling, Jeanne Baughn, Gwen Hermes, Olivia Ingram, Susan Shank, Regena Hairston, Jan Prillaman, and Beth Lester. Standing Ricardo Dalton, David Carter, Clyde Williams, Kenneth Hairston, Steve Henderson, David McDonald, David Bry¬ son, Brent Edwards, Charles Lackey, Pat Carpen- ito. Herb Collins, Jimmy Seagraves, Donald Boaz, Joe France, David Kuratnick, and Dru Rothrock. Strains of “A Time for Us“ waft over a hushed crowd in the gaily decorated gymnasium. The Homecoming Court of the 1969 Bulldogs and escorts take theirplaces of honor. Seated Carla DeShazo, Veronica Foster, Doris Largin, Paula

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A handshake, smile, and word of congratulations greet Paula Travis, recipient of the DAR Good Citizenship Award. Miss Pace presented her with a pin and certificate. I aking advantage of the Royal Kings’ break dur¬ ing the Senior Prom, Kay Fishel and Kent Young refresh with punch and cookies. Each cookie was decorated with a red and white ’70. Kidnapped! Rebellious Senior boys seize “The Ponder Heart” heroine and hold her captive. To the relief of the Juniors, Susan Hankins was re¬ turned prior to the assembly. “And I can bu anything I want?” marvels Susan Hankins. “Anything your little heart desires,” retorts Scott Boehm during the Junior Class Play, “The Ponder Heart.” Student Life 17