St Stephens High School - Corona Yearbook (Hickory, NC)

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To the enjoyment of all, the junior chorus added to the entertainment Singing and swaying to the music, the chorus sang such Roaring 20's hits as “Ain’t She Sweet?” and “Five Foot Two. Libby Cornwell was crowned Queen of Sophomore waiters and waitresses were kept busy serving the juniors and seniors with the Prom by student president Alvin refreshments such as Prohibition Ale” and “Flappers' Follies.” Benge. Happy couples conversed around tables lit with the mellow glow of candlelight and covered in red and white checked cloths. 29

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“Roaring 20’s Theme Provides an Enchanting Night The “Roaring 20’s” were relived at the Junior-Senior Prom. Guests entered the nostalgic setting through a large replica of the “Model T” Ford and danced under Lindbergh’s “The Spirit of Saint Louis.” The famous “Charleston” was demonstrated by the energetic sophomore flappers to the tune of “Thoroughly Modern Millie.” Then, thoroughly modern senior Libby Cornwall was crowned Queen of the Prom. Many hard-working teachers and students proved that it was possible to link two eras that are half a century apart into a successful event which would long be remem- bered. The long hours spent prepar- ing proved to be worthwhile. Dancing to the music of Next of Kin, these energetic couples display a variety of intricate steps. The masters of ceremonies, Kent Spears and Trey Rullman, added much to the entertain- ment of the night with their lively comments. What do I do next?” the sophomore waiters and waitresses seemed to be wondering as they presented their rendition of the “Charleston. ” 28

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“What We Will Be; We Are Now Becoming' Junior Marshals F. Little, D. Jones, S. Mogray, and S. Benton distribute programs before the commencement exercises begin. “Now listen here Sherry, life isn’t nearly as easy as my trig class, but maybe you’ll make it. The long-awaited moment had finally arrived! Graduation day was here at last. After tonight, seniors would be taking their places in life. The seniors formed a solemn procession as they marched into the gymnasium. Proud parents looked on as each graduate re- ceived his diploma. The quota- tion, “What we will be; we are now becoming,” symbolized each graduate’s hope of fulfilling his dreams. 30