Atwood Hammond High School - Post Yearbook (Atwood, IL)

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A H H S THE POST Atwood-Hammond High School Atwood, III.

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DEDICATION Mr. David J. Dunscomb dedicated his time and many talents to us, so we, in turn, the POST Staff of 1971, would like to dedicate a small token to him-the 1971 POST. Fifteen years ago, he joined the faculty of A-HHS as band and choral director, the same position which he held until his sudden death in December, 1970. “Eight steps to every five yards may not mean anything to most, but for the marching band, it was one of his fundamentals of good marching. Many of us will always remember our band lessons, band, chorus, practicing on solos and ensembles. Dixieland and Dance Band practice, contests, concerts, working with the seniors on their Homecoming float, and many other areas in which we saw Mr. Dunscomb. Even the townspeople thought of him as a dedicated person. He was a participant of the church, its choir. Chamber of Commerce, and the Lion’s Club. In the time that he was with A-HHS everyone found a place for him in their hearts, now, he is no longer with us in body, but the memory of him will live on and on. Atwood-Hammond High School, Atwood, Illinois 61913 Vol. XXXV No. 11 Dec. 23, 1970 Death of Music Director Saddens Whole Community David J. Dunscomb, music director at Atwood - Hamnond High since 1956, died at St. John’s Hospital, Spring-field Monday night. Mr. Dunscomb, who had a bachelor's and master's degree in music education from Millikin University, had won many awards with both his vocal and instrumental A-HHS groups at district and state contests. His stage and Dixieland bands have made many community appearances including recent ones at the USO in Rantoul. One of the highlights of the year is his annual school concert featuring his 73-piece high school concert band and 78-member mixed chorus. Surviving are his wife Mary Ann; his son Jon, fourth grade; and daughter Mary Alice, kindergarten. DAVID DUNSCOMB Dixieland Blues Concert Stage Church Pep Session Practice room We knew him in all these aspects of music. He has moved a little nearer To the Master of all music. Out of respect to Mr. Dunscomb the basketball game with Areola was postponed from last night until a later date and this afternoon's all-school program was cancelled. 3