Blackstone High School - Ivy Yearbook (Blackstone, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 136 of the 1968 volume:

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And every facet of school life offers opportunities to meet people, to make last- ing friendships. The 1968 Ivy shows that there is a purpose in all that happens at BHS; and that through his years at the school, a student will be better able to find his own purpose in life. The 1968 Ivy — Published by the 1968 Ivy Staff of Blackstone High School, Blackstone, Virginia. Bea] Te Re ook en Kee ees ace a Janie Inge MeL ATTA CItOT os Sn. as ecw a Os Debbie Carson bieiiess Manager. 2.6 wa... Pinckey Harrison ny eee ac ON THE OPENING DAY of school, August 29, 1967, Vickie Har- rell pins a corsage on faculty member Miss Jean Jones. Contents AACAGEIIICS ween et 10 Oreanizallons ta... 24 PNUDLCUIGS emmy, ened ote ++ IRC HUUL GS memerer ce tte tn: 62 CIESSES Ear on ai tame ee 68 We seek a purpose... DISCOVERING your name on a homeroom list on the first day gives you a place. Red Fitzgerald finds his. A WALK in the fresh air braces Burnie Gaskill and Clyde Cru- senberry for another Monday. A TEACHER, we may find, is also a friend. Miss Jones shares a mo- CHEERLEADERS lend their talents in many directions. Here they add sparkle ment with her eighth graders. to the Homecoming parade. ... and the seek goes on, and the beat goes on. Study hall fulfills dual purposes. ONE IS ACADEMIC. Studious juniors persevere to catch up on classwork. THE OTHER IS SOCIAL. Talkative sophomores succumb to catch up on POSSI gi SSIp. Athletics serve more than one purpose. They teach us to win, to lose, to live with people, to improve our physical and mental selves, to strain for the best thal IS iis DURING A PAUSE in the game, Mary Alice Pitzinger’s own thoughts take over. to treasure moments of solitude (Upper) FOOTBALL MEANS A lot of hard work for everyone and special recognition for only a few. Mr. Clayton congratulates Kenny Golden on being one of the few, an all-district man. (Lower) MIKE HART CLOSES the gap between himself and Randolph-Henry’s Johnson. 6 ee . Lo clear Our VISLON. MUD, MUD, MUD! Mr. Clayton helps Ste- fan Crane rid his eyes of their coating of red mud during the Cen- tral game. Bi ON THE WAY HOME, Lewis Esposito, Mark Orms, Paxton DeBusk, and Ste- fan Crane relive one of the more amusing moments of the Dinwiddie game. Breaks in routine serve to refresh. Pep rallies are to fight apathy... Bus rides home are to celebrate victory — or to forget defeat... Santa Claus is to bring presents if you were good. GIL PULLEY AND Wayne Dalton greet an old friend who dropped in unexpectedly one day. A PEP RALLY works wonders, but it never reaches everyone. 1968 Ivy Dedicated to Mrs. Harrison There is one teacher at Blackstone High School whose sense of humor never seems to fail her. Any eighth grader will tell you that, even after giving you one of her darkest looks, a lighthearted quip may be forthcoming within minutes. To those students with whom she works she is as indispensable as pencil and paper. To her eighth and ninth grade science pupils she is ever ready to ex- plain and reclarify a chemical equation or geological dating tec hnique to a point where many teachers would sigh in exasperation. And to someone thirteen or fourteen years old who really does not understand, that means a lot. She guides the SCA council and its officers with sound advice based on experience, but she always listens with a mind that is open and ready to defy tradition a little bit if it’s a good idea. And to a senior who wants to know he is almost an adult and his ideas do bear serious consideration from the world of parents and teachers, this means a lot. In fact, this teacher means a great deal to everyone who knows her. With pride and appreciation, we dedicate the Ivy of 1968 to Mrs. Olivia Harrison. SCA ADVISER, Mrs. Harrison, goes over plans for the next assem- bly with SCA Vice President, Stefan Crane. MRS. OLIVIA C. HARRISON VRS. HARRISON checks the aquarium kept by the biology classes. Academics The purpose of Blackstone High School is to give the student the education he seeks and to prepare him for the future. Through the newest 3 = S 3 ss SS ss ¥s 28 8 Ss jc) SS a ic) a Rees sos La) eS Seams Sa uls P UTPOSse. lls the school fulfi Administration Creates Effective System The purpose of any high school is to educate young people, and the administration of Blackstone High School certainly helps fulfill this purpose. The faculty of twenty members give their time and effort, both as a whole and individual, to further this pur- pose in our school. At the head of the school’s administration is Mr. Warren L. Thweatt, who has been principal since the Class of 1968 entered the first grade. Assisting him are the two secretaries, whose jobs may range from typing the daily bulletin to filing records of students. The five new teachers, in addition to the returning teachers, offer their knowledge of the subjects that are necessary for the students’ later success. Despite their busy schedules, our principal, the secretaries, and the teachers are all always ready and willing to help students with any problem that may arise. Through the continual good work of the faculty and administration, Blackstone High School is ful- filling its purpose. MR: HUGH L. BLANTON Division Superintendent, Nottoway County MR. WARREN L. THWEATT — Principal MR. THWEATT talks to the office secretaries before beginning his day’s work. School Secretaries Aid Teachers, Students MRS. MARIE THOMAS — Secretary to Mr. Thweatt. MRS. PEGGY NICHOLS — Secretary to Mr. Thweatt. MRS. NICHOLS AND MRS. THOMAS compile the absentee list and type notices for the daily bulletin. Library and Guidance Services are Essential There are two rooms at BHS that students con- tinually go to for assistance. The faculty members in these rooms are always ready to help whether the need concern books or information about a student’s future. In the library Mrs. Sanger stands ready to assist students in any way. A complete research and refer- ence room provide all information a student may need for reports and term papers. On the shelves are books of every category providing a complete and ef- ficient library for BHS. A familiar sight is the line of students waiting to enter the guidance office. In addition to teaching a class of civics, Mrs. Carson, the guidance counselor, finds time to listen to and advise any student. Not only is she responsible for keeping the records of every student, but she must also help college bound students choose and apply to the college of their choice. The various tests of aptitude given are her re- sponsibility, too. MRS. MOLLIE SANGER, the school librarian, looks through a book to make sure it has been carded and put in the right place on the shelf. MRS. SARAH CARSON, who teaches one class of civics and is the guidance counselor, looks through the files where she keeps records of all high school students. CHECKING THROUGH the cards, Mrs. Sanger finds out which absent-minded students have over due books. 14. — Academics New Books Challenge English Students English is the only course required all five years at BHS. This year the four teachers, Mr. Max Clayton, Miss Jean Jones, Mrs. Pauline Norris, and Mrs. Ruth MeClung, had the task of teaching the “new” Eng- lish. All grades had new grammar books which gave a different approach to English; and most students found it very difficult. The literature books, although basically the same, had some new and interesting se- leetions in them. a MISS JEAN JONES, who teaches English 8 as well as girls’ physical education, looks up a word in the dictionary in preparation for one of her classes. IN A SOFT but firm voice Mrs. Pauline Norris, the English 9 and 10 teacher, reads a story to one of her classes. ENGLISH 11 and 12 and speech are taught by Mrs. {uth McClung. Here she reads about the Elizabethan period to an English 12 class. Academics 15 Students Try to Type Against Stopwatch The business department of BHS has greatly ex- panded its facilities in the past few years . Courses in bookkeeping, record keeping, general business, and office practice are offered as are two years of short- hand and typing. The department is headed by Mrs. Cornelia DeBusk and Mrs. Nell Irby. Typing and shorthand are taken by both college- bound students and those, who want a good secretar- ial job after graduation. In bookkeeping, record keeping, and general business, the business world is expounded; and the recording and accounting of fi- nances is studied. Office practice class gives the student a chance to TYPING I STUDENT, Suzann Kite, learns to typé a problem with col- put what he has learned in the other busine ss courses umn headings. to practice. Students work with adding and mimeo- graph machines. Every two weeks, one of the class’s MRS. CORNELIA DeBUSK, who teaches commercial courses, lec- main tasks is to head the production of the school tures to her shorthand class. paper, The Ram’s Horn. On leaving BHS, each student is able to seek a better future in the business world by the valuable background received in our competent business department. STUDENTS WHO CHOOSE to take business courses are taught by Mrs. Nell Irby. Here she shows her Typing I class the proper hand position for typing. Hard Math Courses MRS. DOROTHY TUNSTALL, who teaches Math 8 and 9, ex- plains a problem to the class. A very high percentage of BHS graduates con- tinue their education at college. To meet the high math requirements of these colleges, BHS maintains a comprehensive math department. For the student entering high school there are courses in eighth and ninth grade math. For those students who wish to continue in math and prepare for college, courses are offered in algebra, geometry and advanced math. The advanced math class was the largest since the course was introduced. To keep informed on the latest teaching methods and changes, both teachers, Mrs. Weatherford and Mrs. Tunstall, attended various meetings and work- shops held for math teachers during the year. Mrs. Weatherford also served on a math evaluation committee. The math courses offered prepare a student thor- oughly for whatever his future may be, college or the business world. ONE OF THE FAVORITE assignments given the geometry classes is to make geometric Christmas decorations. Bev Shef- field puts her creation on display with the others. Students Challenge Pe oa a Ph. we AY Nt A WX Wt MRS. ANNA WEATHERFORD shows her geometry class how to construct a parallelogram. She teaches other classes of higher math also, including algebra and Math IV. Se [alllieeettiliieentiaes ae a Se aa aS ee ae MRS. BARBARA KASA, who teaches government and world geogra- MR. BENJAMIN C. WEATHERFORD, JR., the world history and phy, signs a library slip for a student to go to the library to work on his U.S. History teacher, speaks to the class about how our country was term paper. founded. Government Students Write Term Papers MRS. KASA and members of the world geography class listen as Ann The goal of the History Department is to give the Hobgood tells about the map she made. eae: . student a deeper insight into the cultures of the past, which are his heritage, in hopes that it will help the individual become a more responsible citizen. Government classes, offered only to seniors, stress the functions and operations of governing bodies on the local, state, and national levels. During the year the students did much research in writing their term papers on the subjects of various social problems that affect the people under the U.S. Government. Classes in civics, world history, and U.S. History increased the knowledge of a student in democratic affairs, past and present. World geography enabled students to understand the vast land of our country and others. 18 — Academics Students Learn Through Experiments In today’s highly scientific and electronic world, evena general understanding of science is essential. The science department at BHS is designed to give each student a basic knowledge of the sciences, while at the same time relating what he is learning to his everyday life. The Pile bound student is provide od with a good pofindation upon which he can build. Mr. Robert Thomas, who teaches chemistry, biol- ogy, and physics, attended summer and night college courses to learn of recent changes and new teaching methods. He and Mrs. Olivia Harrison, who teaches general science, are constantly bringing the lessons closer to the students through experiments. These experiments not only illustrate the lesson, but teach students good laboratory techniques which will be helpful in college. The science classes offer both a re- warding and challenging experience to students. JANIE INGE watches the thermometer as the temperature of the liquid drops after being removed from the heat. MRS. OLIVIA HARRISON tells the eighth grade students about the phases of science they will study during ' the year. Mrs. Harrison also MR. ROBERT THOMAS, who teaches biology, chemistry, and phys- teaches general science to the ninth grade. ics, is in search for a miscroscopic amoeba to how to his biology class. Vocational Courses Increase Skills To provide practical vocational training for its stu- dents, courses are offered in home economics for girls and courses in shop mechanics and agriculture for boys. The home economics courses, under the direction of Mrs. Hilda Cassell, provide girls with instruction and experience in many fields. Classes in cooking, sewing, decorating, and household buying keep the girls busy during the year. The shop mechanics course offers instruction and training in the identification and use of shop tools and machinery. Throughout the year, the shop boys construct many useful items for the school. For farm associated boys, agricultural training is available. The course seeks to produce better farmers by in- structing boys in soil conservation, proper fertiliza- tion, and wise use of land and resources. MRS. HILDA CASSELL, who teaches all home economics classes, shows her students how to thread the sewing machine. MRS. CASSELL and Barbara York prepare for the fashion show in which some girls mod- eled garments made in home economics class. SE A A A Se MR. TOM JENKINS, who replaced Mr. Pembroke Washington as shop and mechanics teacher in Oc- tober, goes over paper work at his desk. 20 — Academies Foreign Language Classes Use Tapes All of the foreign language courses were again taught by Mrs. Izell Hutcherson. Two years of Latin were offered as well as three years of French. Tapes of songs, readings, and phonetics made by native Frenchmen helped French students to better learn the pronunciation of the language. Films, both the ones by French speaking people and ones on France itself, helped make the language more inter- esting. Facts about French history, geography, and customs were learned also. Latin I students had the task of learning conjuga- tions and declensions. They also learned much about Roman history and Roman myths. Latin I] provided the students with exciting readings from Caesar and Hannibal. For the college bound student these foreign lan- guage courses provide an excellent background for future academic work. TANT Mee tH UUM Wihy meee ni ii iin ut ut i UI tt Z aN 7 ec te MTT i WAivanniaiy Tt ie NHN LATIN II STUDENTS go over the conjugation of some diffi- ny ul iM inant ttn MUTT cult Latin verbs. : MRS. IZELL HUTCHERSON prepares tapes for French III students to listen to. She also has recordings for the French I and I and the Latin I and II classes to hear. MARK ORMS, Jamie Sanger, and Pam French go over a magazine story in their French III text. These interesting stories provide a good picture of everyday French life. Physical Education Keeps Students Alert Physical education classes are as important at BHS as those classes which require only mental abil- ity. Miss Jean Jones and Mr. Max Clayton see that all eighth, ninth, and tenth graders keep physically fit, in turn learning to enjoy various sports. During the fall and spring months students partic- ipate in ring tennis, football, basketball, soccer, vol- leyball, and softball games. Intramural competition, climaxed by a tournament at the end of the season, increases the enthusiasm for the different sports. In the winter months, when classes are held in doors, important classes in health and first aid are taught. Also during this time, the girls learn to square dance. Under the supervision of Mr. Lee Johnson, driv- ers’ training is taught. Classroom instruction is the first phase of the course, while the actual behind the wheel training is given to juniors and seniors. MR. MAX CLAYTON listens to a tape in the coaches’ office before going to the stadium to teach the boys physical education classes. Mr. Clayton also teaches a class of eighth grade English. . f bE | MR. LEE JOHNSON signs certificates for those students who suc- a cessfully passed the drivers’ education course. iSNI49g A eee TURE pmey eure ial Ng MR. JOHNSON and Donnie Mayton get in the Driver Education car during Donnie’s week of be hind the is training. Many Aid Students in All BHS Life GLEE CLUB DIRECTOR, Mrs. Sommerville, plays for the students to sing during the Christmas assembly. MRS. ERMA THWEATT, the dietician, is in charge of the nutri- tious, hot meals served in the cafeteria every day. PRINCIPAL, Mr. Thweatt, models the “halo” given him by a first-grader for Christmas. SECRETARY, Mrs. Nichols, is always ready to help any student. MRS. IRBY, one of the class sponsors, answers a question for Ann Hobgood. Academics a she ei a tt IE Organizations Each organization has different objectives, but all are based on the purpose of serving. Some clubs perform services within the school while others serve people everywhere. Still other organizations recognize students for doing outstanding work in various fields. 24 4 OCP ee eee oo SCA COUNCIL: LEFT TO RIGHT: Mrs. Harrison, Sponsor; Ste- . PRESIDENT DEBBIE CARSON explains the fan Crane, Vice President; Clyde Crusenberry, Song Leader; Debbie | CARE campus program to the council in a regular Carson, President; Janie Inge, Pianist, District: Chairman; Janet meeting. Hart, Corresponding Secretary; Lonnie Ogburn, Treasurer; Donnie Fitzgerald (background), Dana Harver, Recording Secretary; Pinck- ey Harrison. UPPER: Vickie Harrell, Nancy Perkinson, Susan } SCA OFFICERS: LOWER: Mrs. Harri- son, Sponsor; Stefan Crane, Vice President: Debbie Carson, Presi- dent; Clyde Crusen- berry, Song Leader; site SSS: Janie Inge, Pianist, District Chairman. UPPER: Janet Hart, Corresponding Secre- tary; Lonnie Ogburn, Treasurer, Dana Har- ver, Recording Secre- tary. VISITING STATE VICE PRESIDENT Becky Alderman en- joys a coke as she chats with Pat Clifton, Pam Clifton, and Liz MecMullin. 26 — Organizations Barnes, Diane Thomason, Ed Bridgeman, Richard Cundiff, Dickie Thomason, Ann Hobgood, Billy Inger: am. LOWER: Connie Ward, Sally Carson, Nancy Garrett, bin, Edwards, Linda Loftis, Kenny Golden, Donnie Mayton, Martha Cundiff, Pam Clifton (knee ling). (Not Pictured, Chip Spyker and Gil Pulley). First Years After electing Debbie ( over a quarter of a century, Girl in ae Leads SCA ‘arson its first female president in Blackstone High School was ready for action. And action it got, as, in the words of the state theme, the SCA “sailed the action-ship.”’ The SCA’s first project appeared on the first day of school, as not only the Welcoming Committee, but also Big Brothers and Sisters were on hand to aid eighth graders and new stu- dents. The magazine campaign, carried out under a new com- pany, grossed over $1500 in sales, a near record. School reached out to serve community as the SCA provided trans- portation, babysitters, and comfort to help the bloodmobile program in Blackstone. More revenue came in from Southeast Assemblies, which ranged from performing chimps to folk singers. In addition to sponsoring the annual door-decorating contest, a hardworking Christmas Committee provided a beautifully lit and bedecked cedar. Other committees stayed busy all year; for ex ample, the Bulletin Board Committee fused to let the posters in the halls become too familiar, Re Publicity Committee kept the town informed of our activities, and the Welfare Committee remembered students and teach- ers who were ill or had lost a loved one. Without a doubt, however, the bigge st project of the year was hosting the annual meeting of the Farmville District Stan ferde d by Janie Inge. A sombided effort from clubs, classes, teachers, and especially individuals made November 18, as well as the rest of the year, a complete success. STRAINING UNDER THE WEIGHT of the large cedar, Mark Orms and Wil- liam Irby bear it upstairs to the auditori um, where it will be used for the Christ- mas assembly. Organizations 27 Quill and To recognize those students who have done out- standing work in the field of journalism through work on either of the school publications, BHS offers membership in the Quill and Scroll. This organiza- tion is an international honor society of high school journalists. To become a member, the student must be a junior or senior and also have maintained a high scholastic record. Members of the club were constantly occupied with their work on either the Ram’s Horn or the Ivy. The work was demanding and each had to find time in busy schedules to accomplish it. However, they also found time to assist the faculty and administra- tion with various jobs demanding penmanship. New members were chosen in the fall. Several also attended the Southern Interscholastic Press Associa- tion meeting in Lexington to gather new ideas for their work on either the school newspaper or year- book. Throughout the year, Quill and Scroll mem- bers developed high journalistic standards. QUILL AND SCROLL: SEATED: Mrs. Tunstall, Sponsor; Stefan Crane, President; Nancy Terwilliger, Treasurer; Mrs. Hutcherson, Sponsor. STANDING: Connie Ward, Janie Inge, Susan Barnes, 28 — Organizations Scroll Honors Journalists TYPING A STENCIL for the Ram’s Horn, Pam Clifton displays the diligence that earned her membership in the Quill and Scroll. Pinckey Harrison, Charles Wootton, Debbie Carson, Pam Clifton, SCA Representative; Janet Hart, Kathy Hansen, Mark Orms. VATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Edward Wesley Bridgeman President Mark Harrison Orms Vice President Susan Carol Barnes Secretary Stefan Watts Crane Treasurer Connie Elizabeth Ward SCA Representative Deborah Cline Carson Jane Louise Inge Carol Marie Jones Nancy Susan Terwilliger Charles Otis Wootton (Not Pictured) Anna D. Weatherford Sponsor Bake Sale Bolsters Each spring, the Wrigglesworth Chapter of the National Honor Society holds its tapping ceremony. Only those juniors and seniors who have maintained a B” average and have shown outstanding qualities in’ the fields of scholarship, leadership, character, and service are accepted. Membership in the Nation- al Honor Society is the highest honor that can be be- stowed upon a student. NHS’s Solvency At the end of each six weeks, the members gave cards to each student to wear who had made the Honor Roll, and also posted a list of these students. During exams they were responsible for the posters bearing the pledge being placed in each classroom, to stress the honor system. The Chapter also purchased a floral arrangement for the hall from proceeds from their bake sale. As a club and as individuals, the members strived to maintain high standards. 29 1968 Ivy Has Many New Features M AS LA ALT Ee I RRR saggy HORE ISCMRR Pens lore emer ! i rE aaa IVY STAFF: SEATED: (First Row) Janie Inge, Editor; Debbie Car- son, Assistant Editor; Pinckey Harrison, Business Manager; Janet Hart, Assistant Business Manager. (Second Row) Mary Alice Pit- zinger, Dana Harver, Stephanie Spyker, Mrs. Dorothy Tunstall, Ad- visor. STANDING: (Third Row) Sally Carson, W illiam Irby, Charles The Ivy Staff met and organized in the spring of 1967 to begin work on the 1968 Ivy. Meetings were held during summer vacation to teach new members the basics of publishing an annual. Cover, theme, layouts, and headings were also decided on during the summer. The advertising salesmen began selling ads early too. With September and the opening of school, work began at full pace. Pictures of opening day, football games, and classes were taken. Homecoming and Christmas activities were also covered by the staff members. The staff worked long and hard to produce a suc- cessful and different book. They decided to add more pages than ever before, and to use some special ef- fects on several pictures to add individuality to the yearbook. Double divider pages were another new feature. But each page presents life at BHS as it is, and the book is a part of each student in school. 30 Wootton, Copy Editor; Jo Anne Crusenberry, Sally Spindler, Ellen Christian, Susan Barnes. (Fourth Row) Ricky Barnes, Richard Cun- diff, Burnie Gaskill, Carolyn Parrish, Julia Brandon, Tom Forrester, George Ritchie, Debbie Edwards. (Not pictured, Chip Spyker.) MR. DANNY DeFAL- CO approves layouts for editor, Janie Inge. BUSINESS MANAGER, Pinckey Harrison, and assistant edi- tor, Debbie Carson, go over plans for the ad section of the year- book. VANCY TERWILLIGER and Pat Clifton mark copies for articles on tuberculosis which may be used in the TB sl he Ro Ho Paper Blends Humor | With Information RAM’S HORN STAFF: FOREGROUND: Mrs. DeBusk, Sponsor; Pam Clifton, Production Editor; Mark Orms, Editor. BACK- GROUND: Nancy Perkinson, Assistant Business Manager; Ann Hobgood, Pat Clifton, Kathy Hansen, News Editor; Nancy Terwillig- er, Bev Sheffield (seated), Martha Cundiff, Stefan Crane, Donnie Fitzgerald, Connie Ward, Business Manager, Mrs. Hutcherson, Sponsor: Diana Perkinson. The Ram’s Horn, a biweekly publication, con- tains articles of interest to all students. Sports, edito- rials, features, Rampages, and the Inquisitive Ram make up the bulk of each issue. Writing articles, typing stencils, proofreading, and the final assembly of the paper were jobs carried out by the staff. With Mrs. DeBusk and Mrs. Hutch- erson as advisors, the staff strived to meet the stan- dards set up for them by preceding Ram’s Horn Staffs. Advertising and a share of the profits of Southeast Assemblies financed the production of the EDITOR Mark Orms proofreads the front page newspaper. The staff tried to publish a good and in- layout during his study hall. . , teresting paper that they could be proud of. Organizations 3] Thespians Active in Community Theater The Thespians of Blackstone High were especially excited in the fall when rumors of a community ama- teur theater were circulated. As rumors became statements of fact, Thespians were among the first to begin turning them into reality. Experience from BHS productions stood them in good stead as several members of the troupe earned parts or worked backstage. Blackstone’s Troupe 891 is part of the National Thespian Society, an honorary organization for high school students who have displayed outstanding abil- ity in theater. Membership, earned only through tal- ent, ingenuity, and hard work, continues to be a prize coveted by many at Blackstone High School. (Right) CLYDE CRUSENBERRY and Charles Wootton clown a moment to ease the tension of final dress rehearsal of “Candle at Yulex THESPIANS: STANDING: Mrs. McClung, sponsor; Vickie Har- rell, Vice President; Kathy Hansen, Bev Sheffield, Clyde Crusenber- ry, Mark Orms, Richard Cundiff, Lewis Esposito, Kenny Golden, Charles Wootton. KNEELING: Ann Hobgood, Stefan Crane, Presi- dent; Pickey Harrison, SCA Representative; Janie Inge, Secretary; Debbie Carson. i rs : i BER awuie ‘ HES elias 32 — Organizations CLYDE CRUSENBERRY delivers his impersonation of television’s Pat Paul- sen in an editorial on litter. sedata H DRAMATICS CLUB Clyde Crusenberry, President suv. ea Stefan Crane, Vice President Bev Sheffield, Secretary Martha Cundiff, Treasurer Chip Spyker, SCA Representa- tive Lynne Anderson Susan Barnes Gail Biddle Julia Brandon Debbie Carson Sally Carson Ellen Christian JoAnne Crusenberry Richard Cundiff Lewis Esposito — � . - a . Floydette Fitzgerald Tom Forrester Kenny Golden Kathy Hansen Vickie Harrell Pinckey Harrison Ann Hobgood Janie Inge William Irby Carolyn Parrish Diana Perkinson Nancy Perkinson Mary Alice Pitzinger Diane Sheffield Sally Spindler Stephany Spyker Nancy Terwilliger Connie Ward Gloria Winn Charles Wootton Mrs. McClung, Sponsor Many Look to Stage The rise of community theater in Blackstone sparked a renewed interest in the Dramatic Club, as evidenced by a growing membership. Carpenters, dressmakers, painters, and artists, as well as actors and actresses, began to appear in search of an outlet for their abilities. The Dramatic Club helped provide that outlet. With membership on the try-out level almost vol- untary, anyone who was willing to go to work was in, as long as he kept working. Reaching the apprentice stage was a bit more difficult, with tryouts being con- ducted to see who held promise in acting or back- stage work. In March the group produced a modern drama, “Imprompta,”’ for district competition. On its heels came the Blackstone Players’ Cinderella, a hilarious climax to a hard year’s work. Organizations 33 —— OS FS Saas Group Promotes Every time a student visits our library, does he stop and think who he Ips to keep the library neat for him? The Blackstone High School Library Club as- sists our librarian, Mrs. Sange r, by managing the li- brary desk, shelving books, and typing cards for books. Asa project, the club sells paperback books to the 4S JOYCE McDANIEL calls out the name of ne � wly arrived books, Vivian Jones checks them off on Mrs. Sanger’s list. LIBRARY CLUB: SEATED: (Left to right) Diane Moses, Connie Ward, Secretary; Sue Andrews, Nancy Terwilliger, President; Nancy Perkinson, Re � porter — Historian; Rosalie Mirac le, Treasur- er; Susan Barnes, SCA Re presentative. STANDING: Patricia May- ton, Linda Loftis, Kathi Hurst, Janet Hart, Mrs. Sanger, Sponsor; Joyce Ann McDaniel, Nancy Simpson, Patricia ee wis, Jamie Sanger, Vice President; Linda Hahn, Vivian Jones, Louise Tuggle, Gloria Winn, Jeanne Dalton, Charlotte Davis, Ruth Phillips. 34 — Organizations Respect for Library high school students. Every few weeks, they decorate the bulletin board outside the library door and dis- play the covers of new books. Along with other clubs across the country, they observe Nato Library Week. Most important of all, however, the Library Club members try to promote interest in reading and good behavior in the library. a 12h, is oat aay - H fal HISTORY CLUB: Mrs. Kasa, Sponsor; Susan Barnes, Edward Bridgeman, Mark Orms, Debbie Carson, Secretary-Treasurer; Janie Club Stimulates Interest in History Only the twittering of a few birds breaks the still- ness of the foggy afternoon. Suddenly the piercing notes of taps startle them to silence. As the last echo of the trumpet dies away, a boy and a girl step for- ward bearing a wreath. Purposefully and silently they place it at the base of the tall, white monument. The occasion is a Memorial Day Service; the two per- sons, members of the W. R. Turner Historical Socie- ty. At times such as this, in a day when America is torn by disagreement over foreign wars in which Americans are dying, members of the society found 1968 an important year for remembering as well as researching. Membership in the society is determined not only by a student’s aptitude in history, but also by his depth of interest in it. Its purpose is to keep alive in- terest in history, especially that of the local area, through research and_ related activities and programs. REVERENTLY, Stefan Crane and Janie Inge place the wreath at the memorial honoring the dead during a Memorial Day Service at Nottoway Courthouse. Inge, Vice-President; Nancy Terwilliger, Carol Jones, Connie Ward, Pamela French, Charles Wootton. (Not pictured — Chip Spyker.) MONOGRAM CLUB: FIRST ROW: Stefan Crane, Rick Schnepf, Sergeant-at-Arms; Charles Whitlow, Treasurer; Lindley Vaughan, Secretary; Richard Cundiff, SCA Representative; Kenny Golden, President. SECOND ROW: Julia Brandon, Martha Cundiff, Ann Hobgood, Kathy Hansen, Pat Clifton, Glenn Hart, Lonnie Ogburn, Mike Hart. THIRD ROW: Mary Alice Pitzinger, Suzann Kite, Bev Lettermen Sponsor Membership in the Monogram Club is available to those students who have lettered in any varsity sport. The requirements for lettering are found in the club’s constitution and are based on sportsmanship, participation, spirit, and teamwork. The athlete who meets these requirements and receives a letter be- comes a member of the club. Under the leadership of president Ke nny Golden, the club has been active during the year. The club members presented several amusing skits during 36 — Organizations Sheffield, Pam Clifton, Billy Dalton, Jamie McKissick, Pinckey Har- rison, Gil Pulley, Dickie Thomason, Clyde Crusenberry, Janie Inge. FOURTH ROW: Lewis Esposito, Ricky Barnes, Tom Forrest, Claude Elliot, Donnie Fitzgerald, Mark Orms, Donnie Mayton, Wil- liam Irby, Charles Wootton, Alfred Dalton. BACKGROU IND: Doug McBride, (Not Pictured: Chip Spyker.) Christmas Dance assemblies to promote school spirit. A Christmas dance was planned and sponsored by the club, and members from Monogram Clubs of other schools were invited. Several money making projects were carried out also. Members of the club worked throughout the year to promote school spirit and high athietic standards at BHS. A constant aim of he club was increasing participation in all forms of athletics Pep Club Members Wear New Pins In order to have school spirit in a school, students must be willing to work for it. This statement tells what our Pep Club means and stands for. At each home game, the Pep Club members work in the con- cession stand and sell programs and candy through the stands. Also the club finances most of the cheer- leaders expenses and help them by leading the stu- dent body al pep rallies. Each year the club is in charge of the Homecom- ing parade. This means much fice in finding cars fen the princesses and drivers for the floats. The pa- rade always turns out to be a success and is e njoyed by the whole town. The club ordered very attractive pins for each member. They proudly wear them at school and at games. If all the students displayed the enthusi asm and spirit that the Pep Club does, our teams would enter each game with confidence they need to assure a victory. bee : } ; | j ’ | PEP CLUB: FIRST ROW: JoAnne Crusenberry, President; Gloria Winn, Vice President, Carol Jones, Secretary; Debbie Edwards, Business Manager; Ann Hobgood, SCA Representative. SECOND ROW: Linda Hahn, Diana Perkinson, Gail Biddle, Betty Wheeler, Jeanette McDaniel, Pat Clifton, Bev Sheffield, Pinckey Harrison, Pam Clifton, Kathy Hansen, Janie Inge, Susan Barnes. THIRD ROW: Patricia Lewis, Kitty Cabiness, Debbie Cutrona, Tina Mit- chell, Teresa Ooten, Selena Poole, Diana Petrey, Kathy Forrester. Sue Andrews, Stephanie Spyker, Charlotte Davis, Linda Loftis, Mr. IN THE CONCESSION STAND, Jo Anne Crusen- berry efficiently prepares a tasty hotdog for a fan at a football game. Weatherford, Sponsor. FOURTH ROW: Connie Ward, Diane Moses, Nancy Garrett, Hardy O'Neal, Harriet Andrews, Gene Cole, Pam Draper, Patricia Mayton. FIFTH ROW: Vivian Jones, Suzann Kite, Debra Marshall, Nancy Perkinson, Jeanne Dalton, Dana Har- ver, Sally Spindler, Sandi Nelson, Robin Edwards, Diane Sheffield, Debbie Wilburn, Shirley Loftis. SIXTH ROW: Wendi Lewis, Julia Brandon, Liz MeMullin, Carolyn Parrish, Mary Steinwand, Mary Alice Pitzinger, Martha Hawkes, Nancy Terwilliger, Rosalie Miratle: Debbie Carson. Organizations 31 a A LAST MINUTE check assures president Susan Barnes that nothing has been left out of the box to Vietnam at Christmas. TRI-HL-Y: FIRST ROW: Susan Barnes, President; Julia Brandon, Vice President; Connie Ward, Secretary; Mary Alice Pitzinger, Trea- surer; Bey Sheffield, Historian; Pinckey Harrison, Chaplin Mrs. Weatherford, Sponsor, Barbara York. SECOND ROW: Pam Clif- ton, Sally Carson, Debbie Carson. THIRD ROW: JoAnne Crusen- berry, Kathy Hansen, Gloria Winn, Debbie Edwards, Ann Hobgood, Pat Clifton. FOURTH ROW: Martha Hawkes, Dana Harver, Rosa- lie Miracle, Nancy Garrett, Martha Lewis. FIFTH ROW: Janie Inge, Nancy Terwilliger, Carolyn Parrish, Deborah Marshall, Stephanie Spyker, Sally Spindler, Ellen Christian. SIXTH ROW: Liz McMul- lin, Mary Steinwand, Diane Sheffield. Gifts Cheer Viet Namese Children The Tri-Hi-Y found a Christmas project which was gratifying in spite of being simple. Several mem- bers had heard that servicemen in Viet Nam were eager to receive gifts to distribute to the Viet Namese children at Christmas. So the club packed several boxes of toys and clothes and sent them to the ser- vicemen. In addition a box was prepared for a local family who needed food and gifts at Christmas. A program initiated to stimulate greater participa- tion by each club member was the point system. The girls could earn points by helping with the stationery ae bringing articles for the Christmas projects, and attending all meetings. The Tri-Hi-Y is a service organization, not a social club. Each girl must be willing to serve her school by setting good standards, her community by being a worthwhile citizen, and her God by displaying Chris- tian character. Delegates Attend Convention SMILING benevolent- ly and straining only slightly, W illiam Irby and L indley Vaughan bear boxes laden with holiday food to take to a needy family. AT A REGULAR monthly meeting, president Chip Spy te or presents Steve Inge his Hi-Y national membership card. The Hi-Y,a YMCA affiliated club, strived to carry out its purpose — to create, maintain, and extend high standards of Christian character. The members began the year with an induction service at the Methodist Church. In November, they sent delegates to the district convention at Dinwid- die. At Thanksgiving and Christmas the members contributed food and clothing to a needy family. Throughout the year the c Toba iplain presented me anineful devotions in the se ‘hool assemblies. The club worked hard to obtain an ‘‘Ace” rating. In doing so, they were able to finish the year by sending de legate � s to Model General Asse ae By emphasizing the practice of clean speech, sportsmanship and living, the Hi-Y 3 a great serv- ice to BHS. HI-Y: SEATED: Donnie Fitzge rald, SCA Re � prese ntative: Tom For- rester, Treasurer; Jerry Beaver, Secretary; Ed Bridgeman, Vice Pres- ident; Lindley Vaughan, Chaplain; Steve Inge. STANDING: Mr. Thomas, Sponsor; Lonnie Ogburn, Charles Wootton, William Irby. s irk Orms, Kenny Golden, Ricky Barnes, Mike Hart, Phillip Mor- Jamie McKissick, Donnie Mayton. Donnie Or: ange, Jerry Par- rae (Not Pictured — Chip Spy ker, President.) ath a) Tas are SK || et L FUTURE HOMEMAKERS OF AMERICA; SEATED: Tina Mit- chell, Rosalie Miracle, Vivian Jones, Carol Jones, Vice President; Martha Hawkes, President. STANDING: (First Row) Mrs. Cassell, Sponsor; Suzann Kite, Sandy Nelson, Gayle Jones, Dianne Thoma- son, Dana Harver, Kathy Forrester, Mary Alice Pitzinger, Nancy Perkinson, Debbie Gunn, Vickie Harrell. SECOND ROW: Ruth Phillips, Debbie Senter, Beth Martin, Mary Steinwand, Julia Bran- don, Carolyn Parrish, Audrey Oliver, Jamie Sanger. Fashion Show - Involves Many Students The FHA began its program of work by planning and presenting a fall fashion show, “Fireworks of Fall Fashion.”” BHS students, both boys and girls, modeled clothing from local department stores and some of their own creations. Other projects included an adopted grandmother from the nursing home, whom they gave presents at Christmas and other times of the year too. In addition the club sent cookies to an orphanage in Viet Nam which was sponsored by a local armed forces member. 1) — Organizations LIGHTS ON THE RUNWAY for the “Fireworks of Fall Fashion” show are put in place by FHA members Jamie Sanger and Martha Hawkes. Programs centered around themes such as “‘Origi- nal Design in Christmas Wrapping,” ““What to Look For in Advertising,” and “Planning a Spring Wardrobe,” kept members interested throughout the year. After much planning, the climax of the year’s work was the Mother-Daughter Banquet. FPA Has = Initiation WHERE WOULD THE FHA BE without the FFA? Rick Schnepf and Glen Hart help the FHA set for fall fashion up their show . props for S. 2a New Members The Blackstone Chapter of the Future Farmers of America is a club designed to promote the learning of vocational agriculture on the farm and in the com- munity. Members are boys from all high school grades who have an active interest in agriculture and who are enrolled in a vocational agriculture class at BHS. One of the high points of the year was the initia- tion ceremony for new members. This ceremony was held in the shop building in October. Club members participated in many different projects too. By par- ticipating in crop-judging, livestock-judging, and shop-judging contests, members learned through ex- perience. As individuals the members also had pro}- ects at home. The FFA in addition provides training in leader- ship and cooperation. Many local civic groups work closely with the club, and many of the club study par- liamentary procedure. a2 | j | Me PHT HL a. TH Se 6 a MR. JENKINS WATCHES a finishes a project. od aa Golden FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA: FIRST ROW: Rick Schnepf and Robert Codispoti, Sentinels; Edward Chumney, Treasurer; Mike Hart, Vice President;-Glenn Hart, President. SECOND ROW: Mr. Jenkins, Sponsor; Claude Elliot, Jerry Beaver, Robbie Lawson, Reporter. THIRD ROW: Alfred Dalton, Lewis Esposito, Arthur Codispoti, Eric French, J. E. Golden. FOURTH ROW: John Frank Phillips, Seere- tarv: John Paulette, Carl McDaniel, Floyd Clay. FIFTH ROW: Wayne Dalton, Donnie Perkin- son, Randy Watson, Rudolph Doswell, Billy Ingram. b | Organizations A SR SNC RR RR GLEE CLUB: FIRST ROW: Peggy Coleman, Marjorie Greenhill, Ellen Connalley, Suzann Kite, Stephanie Spyker, Sally Carson, Deb- bie Wilburn, Stratton Whitlow. SECOND ROW: Kitty Cabiness, Diana Perkinson, Dana Harver, Vivian Jones, Floydette Fitzgerald, James Doswell, Jody Duvall, Ruth Phillips. THIRD ROW: Diane Glee Club Serenades ALL SINGING and talking stops as members listen to Mrs. Sommerville on interpretation of “Do You Hear What I Hear?”, a moving Christmas piece. 42 — Organizations Moses, Rosemary Westfall, Linda Hahn, Pinckey Harrison, Kathy Hansen, Jamie Sanger, Vickie Harrell, Bev Sheffield, Burnie Gask- ill, Debbie Carson, Jeanne Dalton, Donnie Perkinson, Nancy Per- kinson, JoAnne Crusenberry, Pam French. (Not Pictured — Clyde Crusenberry, Bill Gunn, Patricia Johnson, Rebecca Rawlings.) BHS at Christmas The fall of 1967 saw the beginning of a large and talented Glee Club. Under the direction of Mrs. Sommerville, the club learned many new and inter- esting arrangements which they presented during the year. Since no full time music teacher taught at the school the club only met once a week. These difficult Monday morning practices required each member to work hard and not a minute was wasted. The first program the Glee Club presented was in the Christ- mas assembly, while later it held a successful spring concert. Singing at graduation brought the end of the year’s work for the club. As was its style throughout the year, the Glee Club presented a program of tradi- tional music combined with a touch of the new and unusual. Twirlers Brighten Homecoming Parade One of the newest organizations at Blackstone Members of the drill team chose to wear red cul- consists of a group of eirls having a sincere interest lottes and white sweaters, while the twirlers chose in marching and promoting the spirit of BHS. The their uniform to consist of short red skirts and red drill team, formed only last year, has appeared at tops. The girls have devoted much time to practice home football games and in two Christmas parades. and have been a most active and beneficial organiza- This year, the twirlers, a group of girls willing to give tion at BHS. many hours to prac tic ing baton tw ee was ie med. Toge ther with the drill team, they arneared at home football games in half-time shows and were in the Christmas parade. TWIRLERS AND DRILL TEAM: FIRST ROW: Robin Edwards, Shirley Loftis. SECOND ROW: Gayle Jones, Selena Poole. THIRD ROW: Kitty Cabiness, Debbie Gunn. FOURTH ROW: Mary Jane Miracle, Nancy Simpson. FIFTH ROW: Marjorie Greenhill, Chareld Wynn. SIXTH ROW: Rebecca Rawlings, Floydette Fitzgerald. PRANCING BRIGHTLY in the perfect rhythm, the twirl and drill team lead the Homecoming parade down Main Street. Ww Organizations 1 Sree eee Se RR Athletics Athletics are required to further develop really good students. The purpose of athletics stems from participation. Participating in sports strengthens character, develops sportsmanship, and provides the experience of working together. VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM: FIRST ROW: Ricky Barnes, Clyde Crusenberry, Charles Whitlow, Charles Wootton, Rick Schnepf, Kenny Golden, Stefan Crane, William Irby, Chip Spyker, Mark Orms, Lindley Vaughan. SECOND ROW: Mr. Weatherford and Mr. Thomas, Coaches; Dickie Thomason, Leroy Rogers, Jeff ANd JRurvell Rams Defeat CHARLES WHITLOW fights for important yardage against Amelia in the Homecoming game. 16 — Athletics French, Richard Cundiff, J. E. Golden, Jerry Parrish, Douglas McBride, Mike Hart, Mr. Clayton, Head Coach; Robert Price, Man- ager. THIRD ROW: Jamie McKissick, Larry Williamson, Burnie Gaskill, Allen Wagoner, Tom Forrester. Crewe, 9-0 Although handicapped by hard luck and injuries from the beginning of the season, the Rams fought with the spirit, courage, and determination that marks only a good football team. A disasterous first half season resulted in only two victories, one a forfeit, in five games. But much re- building began to show as the Rams came to life and smothered Amelia at the Homecoming game. Stir- ring come-from-behind last quarter victories were scored over a strong Randolph-Henry team and a tough Brunswick eleven. The unblemished final four game home stand was completed and the season was climaxed by the thrilling, emotional 9 to 0 conquest of arch-rival Crewe. Led by Most Valuable Player, Whitlow, All- District halfback Golden, co-captain Schnepf, and seven starting seniors, BHS compiled a 6-3 record and boasted its most successful season in five years. Whitlow Chosen Most Valuable Player BHS LINEMEN: Jerry Parrish, Charles Wootton, William Irby, Stefan Crane. STANDING: Douglas McBride, Ricky Barnes, Charles Whitlow, Richard Cundiff. CO-CAPTAINS: Kenny Golden and Rick Schnepf. BHS BACKS: Mike Hart, Dickie Thomason, Rick Schnepf, Kenny Golden, Chip Spyker. TROPHY IN HAND. Charles Whitlow returns to his seat after receiving the Most Valuable Player Award in assembly. Athletics 17 Rams Have Winning, Successful Season VARSITY FOOTBALL 1967 SEASON RECORD BHS — Opponent Sept. 1 21-18 Dinwiddie Sept. 8 6- 8 Parkview Sept. 15 6-18 Cumberland Sept. 22 19-32 Emporia Sept. 28 1-20 Central Oct. 6 DAE Amelia Oct. is 14-13 Randolph- Henry Oct. Lit 13-12 Brunswick Nov. 3] 9- O Crewe LEAPING over Brunswick Bulldogs, Dickie Thomason gains hard yards. DRIVING HARD for yardage is Charles Whitlow, as other Rams provide blocking. RAMS PROVE their strong defense against Cumber- land. 18 — Athletics RICK SCHNEPF struggles with tough Randolph-Henry defense ALL DISTRICT PLAYER Kenny Golden displays agility and speed Handicapped Rams Make Good Comeback KENNY GOLDEN (40) gains a yard before being brought down by Randolph-Henry defense. Young Rams a JUNIOR VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM: KNEELING: Bobby Thomas, Stratton Whitlow, Donnie Overton, Doug Garrett, Bradley Dalton, Johnny Upson, R. C. Sullivan. STANDING: Bobby Wells, The junior varsity team, as the varsity, was hurt by hard luck and injuries. As a result of much work and determination, impressive victories were claimed over Brunswick, and Randolph-Henry. Setbacks by Parkview, Central, and two near misses with Crewe resulted in a 2-4 record. The young Rams displayed good potential and will provide needed help for the varsity next season. J.V. FOOTBALL 1967 SEASON RECORD BHS OPPONENT 12 Crewe 19 0 Central 6 6 Crewe fi ye Brunswick Fo f; Parkview Ze 19 Randolph-Henry 1093 50 — Athleties Gain Needed Experience Eddie Nash, Gil Pulley, George Shields, Billy Dalton, Butch Pom- eroy, Bill Gunn, Mr. Lee Johnson, Coach. BHS COACHING STAFF: Mr. Lee Johnson, J.V. football and bas- ketball, and track; Mr. Benjamin Weatherford, baseball and girls’ basketball; Mr. Max Clayton, football and basketball; Mr. Robert Thomas, assistant football coach. Junior Varsity Has Outstanding Season Under the supervision of their new coach Mr. Lee Johnson, the junior varsity team rounded out a win- ning season with nine vie tories and only three losses Victory was achieved by long practices, a strong aa : termination to win, a good team effort, and clean o sportsmanship. A great deal of PHILLIP MORRIS sinks a 3 ! faa Potential wae noted tn Peiiabotiinv ihe: Randslohs this year’s J.V. bane up and there are bright prospects Henry game. for the future varsity players. J.V. BASKETBALL 1967-68 SEASON RECORD BHS OPPONENT JAMIE McKISSICK shoots for two more points as other team members move 60 Grewe 20) in for a rebound. ; 28 Randolph- Henry 47 46 Central |] 37 Brunswick 24. 34. Crewe 14 42 Crewe 14. 32 Cumberland 24. 48 Amelia Be ae Crewe 24. 38 Central 55 30 Randolph-Henry 60 35 Amelia 30 JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL: SEATED: Jamie McKissick, Donnie Mayton, Bobby Wells, Phillip Morris, Rudolph Doswell, Doug Garrett, R. C. Sullivan. STANDING: Gil Pulley, Jerry Parrish, Eddie Nash, Allen Wagoner, Bill Gunn, Wayne Dalton, Paxton De- Busk, Billy Dalton, Mr. Lee Johnson, Coach. Rams’ Squad Displays Much Potential VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM: STANDING: Dickie Thoma- Lonnie Ogburn, Robert Dalton, Mr. Max Clayton, Coach. KNEEL- son, Mark Orms, Tom Forrester, Lewis Esposito, Richard Cundiff, ING: Managers Donnie Orange, Robert Price, and Steve Inge. Donnie Fitzgerald, Clyde Crusenberry, Chip Spyker, Cecil Dalton, STARTING TEAM: Mark Orms, Clyde Crusenberry, Captain Don- The Rams, with four returning lettermen on the nie Fitzgerald, Richard Cundiff, Lewis Esposito. squad and with an average height of 6’3’’, out- rebounded every team they faced. Led by their cap- tain, 6’8” Red Fitzgerald, the Rams ended with a fairly successful season. Coach Clayton, changing a patterned 1-3-1 of- fense to a 2-1-2, proved to bea deciding factor in the Rams’ success. But the biggest change was in the de- fense. Running a zone almost every game last year, the Rams ran a very effective man-for-man defense. This proved to stop some of the higher scorers on op- posing teams. Playing a long 16 game season, the Rams, starting strong and living up to pre-season expectations, fal- : tered in the last half season by losing several close | games. They ended with an evenly split, season of eight wins and eight defeats. This record gave them a , berth in the 1968 Group II District 3 Tournament. Two team members, Red Fitzgerald and Lewis Es- : posito, were also chosen for the All-District team. | Two Rams Make All-District Team VARSITY BASKETBALL 1967-68 SEASON RECORD Bis Opponent Dec. 5 70-5 1 Amelia Dee. 8 74-18 Crewe Dec. 15 14..29 Brunswick Dec. 2 15-67 Bluestone Jan. 2 62-68 Brunswick Jan. ) 62:90 Cumberland Jan. 12 07-65 Central Jan. 19 69-85 Randolph-Henry Jan. oo 60-30 Crewe Jan. 26 52-96 Parkview Jan. 30 74-61 Cumberland Feb. 2 78-93 Greensville Feb. 6 83-56 Amelia Feb. 9 12-56 Buckingham Feb. 13 45-62 Central Feb. 16 57-84 Dinwiddie Group II District 3 Tournament Blackstone 60 Randolph-Henry 87 RAMS Clyde Crusenberry (32) and Lewis Esposito (20) try to grab Dy ncn MMe oe a 2 ae a rebound in the Central game. ALL-DISTRICT PLAYER Red Fitzgerald scores two more points over Central’s David Jansch. CRUSENBERRY (35) tries to control the tap against Dinwiddie. Athletics 53 A TIE BALL early in the game has Richard Cundiff jumping against a Parkview opponent. (Left) THE CHARGERS’ Reggie Dunnavant’s attempt at a layup is blocked by Red Fitzgerald as Richard Cundiff (24) moves in. CHIP SPYKER pulls down a rebound over Central player Hankins. Rams FITZGERALD goes in for two points against Dinwiddie. RICHARD CUNDIFF puts an offensive rebound back up and into the basket to score against Central’s Chargers. Proved ‘i a . : = ee ct diced wig — ei Hard to Beat | “ERS : nad CAPTAIN Red Fitzgerald Scr Pm ey yres a layup in the Central game. CENTRAL'S David Jansch grabs a_re- bound for the Charg- ers. _ Girls Show Spirit in Spite of Poor Season a , , | GIRLS’ BASKETBALL TEAM: STANDING: Pat Clifton, Martha Mary Steinwand, Kathy Hansen, Pam Clifton, Bev Sheffield, Janie | Cundiff, Ellen Christian, Sally Spindler, Pinckey Harrison, Mary Inge, Diane Sheffield, Ann Hobgood. KNEELING: Susan Barnes, | Alice Pitzinger, Carolyn Parrish, Audrey Oliver, Julia Brandon, Manager; Debbie Carson, Manager; Mr. Weatherford, Coach; Janet Hart, Scorekeeper. Every afternoon at 3:10 found sixteen girls prac- ticing hard for the game on Friday. With seven sen- iors, the team was experienced; and with the other nine members, one junior, four sophomores, and four freshmen, the team had much pep and enthusi- asm. Although winning only one game, the girls never lost their spirit and hustle during the season. They played hard and lost some games by only one to four points. Height was a major difficulty as the team met taller girls in the district. Blackstone High School can be proud of its girls’ basketball team, because the girls played with sportsmanship that was most admi- rable in the eyes of the spectators. CO-CAPTAINS Kathy Hansen (23) and Pam Clifton (21) stand with their coach, Mr. Weatherford. Girls Work Hard at Practices GIRLS’ BASKETBALL 1967-68 SEASON RECORD BHS OPPONENT L6 Amelia 26 26 Crewe 24. 15 Brunswick 20 3] Bluestone 33 26 Cumberland 46 17 Central 38 22 Randolph- Henry oi 20 Park View pe 34. Greensville 43 19 Bu ckingham Zt 28 Dinwiddie 43 y. Se GRABBING a rebound, Martha Cundiff looks for help as Chargers move In. KATHY HAN- SEN and Ann Hobgood struggle for a rebound against Central. DETERMINED to get the ball, Pat Clifton, Martha Cundiff (34), and Kathy Hansen (23), battle against taller Central girls. PAM CLIFTON prepares to shoot for two more points in the Din- widdie game Athletics 34 Good Sportsmanship Displayed by Team CO-CAPTAIN Pam Clifton desperately tries to tie the ball with Central’s Linda Meyers. KATHY HANSEN grabs the rebound as Julia Brandon (32) and Martha Cundiff (34) anticipate action. THE VERY LAST day of practice now over, Pam Clifton and Martha Cundiff think back on the year’s hard work. SECOND STRING players gather around Coach Weatherford to receive their instructions. New Group of Cheerleaders Add _ Spirit JUNIOR VARSITY CHEERLEADERS: Diana Perkinson, Betty Wheeler, Jeanette McDaniel, Ellen Christian, Dana Harver, Head: There were ten new voices leading the cheers for victory at BHS this year. These were the voices of the Junior Varsity Cheerleaders. In addition to leading the cheers at all J.V. football and basketball games, they cheered at the girls’ games and Varsity boys’ games. These responsibilities were added when a new system was introduced which excluded girls from both playing basketball and cheerleading. To keep up school spirit victory posters were put up in the halls and several pep rallies were held be- fore games. This group of girls, although just formed this year, added much to keeping up enthusiasm at BHS.; Hardy O’Neal, Nancy Garrett, Diane Sheffield, Sally Carson, Gail Biddle, Miss Jean Jones, Sponsor. JV. CHEERLEADERS ride in the truck they decorated for the Homecoming parade. SET LEE RE A CRIES AEs VARSITY CHEERLEADERS: FRONT ROW: Janie Inge, Pat Clifton, Kathy Hansen, Head; Ann Hobgood, Martha Cundiff. BACK ROW: Bev Sheffield, Pam Clifton, Mary Alice Pitzinger, Pickey Harrison, Suzann Kite. Varsity Cheerleaders Adopt New Uniforms SINGING about “Sugar Crisp,” the cheerleaders conclude the skit they pre- sented to raise spirit before the first home game. a. The cheerleading squad, composed of seven sen- iors and three sophomores, began practicing old cheers and creating new ones early in the summer. In addition they designed new uniforms, red and white jumpers, to wear at the September 1 game. Every Thursday the spirited girls congregated to create posters, make gimicks, and plan pep ralleys. The skit “Little Red Victory” was a result of one of these gatherings. Highlighting the year was the sup- per and bon fire they prepared for the football team before the Crewe game. The next night, after cheer- ing the team to a 9-0 victory, it seemed a fitting way to close the season. Girls Football Team ae sh 7 i ae ane fees a SECOND AND THIRD YEAR CHEERLEADERS: Pat Clifton (second year), Janie Inge (third year), Kathy Hansen, Head (second year): Bey Sheffield (third year), Ann Hobgood (second year). FIRST YEAR CHEERLEADERS: FRONT: Martha Cundiff, Suzann Kite. BACK: Pam Clifton, Mary Alice Pitzinger, Pinckey Harrison. d (e) d “ Pe ie , aes DECORATING THE GOAL POSTS is a job the cheerleaders perform before each home football game. THE CHEERLEADERS JUMP at the end of a cheer during one of the pep ralleys. Athletics — 61 Features Special activities carried on give students opportunities to put their talents to work as well as to provide much enjoyment. As they furnish welcome breaks in everyday life, these activities fill students minds with lasting memories. Serve with Scholarship Communicate for Citicenbip Achieve wi i y | I i if 1967 Homecoming Activities are Enjoyed Homecoming 1967 was a memorable event. All the classes carried out their themes by dressing up in outfits ranging from sweatshirts and crazy hats to suits and heels. A pep rally in the afternoon helped to boost the spirit of the students for the game that night. After school the students and other members of the community watched the annual Homecoming pa- rade. Floats on which the classes had labored for at least a week were entered and judged during the pa- rade. The sophomores and juniors tied for first place in the contest. The sophomores’ float was of a skunk and had the title “The Sweet Smell of Success.” A snake made by the juniors slithered down the street and with the title “Snake the Orioles.” The BHS Rams met the Amelia Orioles Friday October 6 in an exciting football game. During the half time Ann Hobgood was crowned 1967 Home- coming Queen by football co-captains Kenny Golden and Rick Schnepf. To add to the excitement of the night, the Rams toppled the Orioles to a 27 to 7 victory. GASPING AS HER NAME is announced. Ann Hobgood hears that she was chosen ANN HOBGOOD rides down Main Street in the Home- Homecoming Queen. coming parade. 64. — Features HOMECOMING PRINCESSES: LEFT TO RIGHT: Pat Clifton, Audrey Oliver, Suzann Kite, Sally Carson, and Sandy Nelson. eit ee Rams’ Victory Adds to Excitement of Day A HOMECOMING QUEEN — Ann Hobgood HOMECOMING PRINCESSES: LEFT TO RIGHT — Teresa Ooten, Mary Stein- wand, Dana Harver, Debora Marshall, and Bev Sheffield. CO-CAPTAIN KENNY GOLDEN, prepares to kiss the new queen, Ann Hobgood, as Rick Schnepf (20) looks on. SMILING AND WAVING, Dana Harver, one of the prin- cesses, rides in the Homecoming parade. Features 65 Football Team Leads Cheer at Bonfire | ASSISTANT COACH on es Thomas lends a helping ‘ ‘ hand in the kitchen after : feasting on hamburgers. THE SCREAMS OF THE CROW D ringing in his. ears, Rick Schnepf (left) dashes past the last defending Railroader to score for the Rams. I ented nents ure cht + SE es ——_____—___ _____ A TURNABOUT came about at the pep rally as the team led fans in their favor- ite cheer, “firecracker.” 66 — Features “This year we'll do it!” has been a watchword at BHS for six years. What the Rams were finally going to do was to beat the Crewe Railroaders, eonernine that has not happened since 1960. This was ately too long, the Rams decided. So to start off the big weekend, the varsity cheer- leaders boosted the team’s spirits and energy by serv- ing them a hamburger supper on the eve of the game. With such nourishment to fire them up, the boys presented a rousing rendition of their favorite cheer, “firecracker,” at fe bonfire and pep rally that night. The feeble drizzle could dampen neither the fire’s brightness nor the Rams’ spirits. Thursday, C-day, found the words “beat Crewe” on everyone's lips. Anticipation and tension filled every class and every corner of the school. That night, under a starless sky, the Rams exploded into action and took a 7-0 lead. When with only minutes to go, a safety pushed Blackstone two points safely beyond the threat of a tie of the game. This year, the Rams did it! SUCCESS! Coach Clayton offers Charles Whitlow his hand in a gesture culminating all the pain and determina- tion of four years’ hard work. Blackstone Hosts District Meeting A very special day in the life of BHS was Satur- day, November 18. A scurry of activity as cars began to fill the streets around the school in the early morn- ing hours signified the arrival of delegates to the Farmville District SCA meeting. Weeks 6f planning, arranging, and rearranging preceded this important day. It all began when dis- trict chairman Janie Inge called her first executive meeting in September. The brunt of the preparation lay in the hands of the Blackstone students, however, and they went to work with a will, cleaning, making posters, arranging for refreshments, and preparing to greet the visitors. The day was a busy one, filled with discussion groups, speeches by the state vice president and a distinguished University of Virginia professor, chat- ter in the halls over cokes, and a delicious lunch. The A meeting closed with a tap of the gavel; and students Pid 7 S a © e ° + ety “ We) of BHS waved goodbye to their associates with the ; sees —_ knowledge that a firmer rapport had been formed REGISTRARS Janet Hart, Kathy Forrester, Clyde Crusenberry, and Ken through their efforts. Golden assign delegates to discussion groups. STATE SCA Vice-President, Becky Alderman, CHAIRMAN Janie Inge stands aside for dis- “RAMBLING BOY” rings from the voices of impresses on students the importance of hones- trict secretary Debby Flippen to call the roll. Mr. and Mrs. Maynard Powell as they entertain ty in her speech. the delegates. Features 67 Classes Members of each of the five classes have to perform separate duties which may range from the eighth graders’ assembly program to the Junior-Senior Banquet. By working closely with other members a great purpose is achieved — that of making lasting friendships. EIGHTH GRADE OFFICERS: Eddie Nash, President; R. C. Sullivan, Vice President; Kathy Forrester, Secretary; Ann Chumney, Treasurer; Dianne Thomason, Robin Edwards, and Billy Ingram, S.C.A. Representatives. United We Stand “United we stand — divided we fall” was the theme the eighth graders used for their Homecoming float. This symbolized their feelings toward their fu- ture at Blackstone High School. Ifthey work hard together they will accomplish much and receive en- joyment from their high school years. Each found many things strange and new; and dif- ferent teachers for each subject was a novelty to all. With the new courses of math, science, and home ec- onomics, the class of 72 learned they would have to work hard to reach the top. 70 — Classes Frank Anderson Harriett Andrews Paul Begnaud Peggy Butler Divided We Fall itch ccinommOtmehtw Is Forgotten Wendell Chester Ann Chumney Floyd Clay Arthur Codispoti Gene Cole Joan Corbett Donnie Cundiff Bradley Dalton Mark Dalton Wayne Dalton Paxton DeBusk Ray Dooley James Doswell Pam Draper Robin Edwards Kathy Forrester Erie French Classes — 71 | ty £3 (a — Classes Courses Teach Concentration Jessie Goad Eddie Gomer Deborah Gunn Mary Sue Henkel MATH 8 demands concentration. Kathy Forrester ponders a problem while, behind her, Paxton DeBusk finds it more agree- able to gaze out the window. Mike Hurley Billy Ingram Charles Jackson Patricia Johnson Gayle Jones Ricky Kincer Wendi Lewis Shirley Loftis Donnie Marsee Building a _ Float Is THE EIGHTH Graders’ Ram proudly and Stripes and proclaims the class’s “United we stand, — divided we fall.” Dewey Matthew Billy Mays Carl McDaniel Joyce McDaniel CLASS SPONSOR, Miss Jones, is al- ways happy to help the eighth graders. poses before the Stars Homecoming theme, Eddie Nash Sandy Nelson Teresa Ooten Donnie Overton Patty Parrish Donnie Perkinson New Experience Classes ff: _ High School Welcomes Newcomers Diana Pettry Ricky Pettry Butch Pomeroy Rebecca Rawlings Anne Rollins Thelma Seamster Nancy Simpson Joyce Strickland R. C. Sullivan Cathy Thacker Bobby Thomas Dianne Thomason Dale Tompkins Johnny Upson Randy Watson Stratton Whitlow Janice Wilson Judy Wilson Charold Wynn Gayle Wynn 74. — Classes FRESHMAN OFFICERS: Ellen Christian, President; Donnie Orange, Vice President; Sally Carson, Secretary; Billy Armes, Treasurer; Nancy Garrett and Gil Pulley, S.C.A. Representatives. Freshmen Take Active Part in Many Activities Spirited is the word that describes the Class of ’71. What the smallest class in BHS lacks in numbers it makes up in participation and originality. Take their Homecoming float for example. In spite of their bad luck in landing a warehouse in which to build their masterpiece, they struck to work, days before any other class and produced a realistic ram and oriole. The unusually cool temperatures of early Septem- ber were a welcome sight to the freshmen, facing a three-day barrage of SCAT and STEP tests. With these behind, they began to look to clubs and sports that would soon benefit from the willing hands and good natured spirits of the JV cheerleaders and ball players, dramatics club apprentices, and Tri-Hi-Y and Hi-Y volunteers. More than anything else, 1967-68 was a year of choices for the Class of ’71, in courses, clubs, friend- ships. With an eye to the future, freshmen chose electives and competent officers. The result? A class with enthusiasm and a lot to look forward to. Billy Armes Kitty Cabiness Sally Carson Ellen Christian Freshmen Outstanding Peggy ( ‘oleman Bill Dalton Jody Duvall Floydette Fitzgerald Billy Fore Doug Garrett Nancy Garrett Marjorie Greenhill 76 — Classes in J.V. Sports HEAD BATON TWIRLER Debbie Wilburn struts down Main Street at the front of the Homecoming Parade. MRS. NORRIS, freshman sponsor, cheerfully clarifies point in the “new English” book for (left to right) Sally Carson, Nancy Garrett, and Ellen Christian. “Ferocious Freshmen” ‘Tackle Algebra I Bill Gunn Steve Inge Woodson Irby Tina Mitchell Teddy Naugle Donnie Orange Richard Pool Gil Pulley Diane Sheffield George Shields Sally Spindler Stephanie Spyker Mary Steinwand “AND THAT'S why we never see the other side of the moon,” ; ‘ Bobby Wells explains Tina Mitchell. Sally Spindler demonstrates while Gil Pulley wistfully admires their knowledge. Debbie Wilburn Rhonda Will Classes ii Sophomore Float Ties for First Place “The In-Between Class” of the school has become a vital part of school life. Many sophomores parti- cipated in sports and clubs while each took advanced courses in math and science or began his business career with Typing I and recordkeeping. In the mag- azine campaign, the class ranked high in sales, achieving the fame of having the high salesman in the school. Using their theme “Sweet Smell of Success,” they designed a very colorful float which tied for first place. For their gimmick, they dressed as very suc- cessful executives and businessmen. Their theme helped each sophomore to realize that a good educa- tion can be the beginning of that “Sweet Smell of Success.” SOPHOMORE OFFICERS: BACK ROW: Jamie McKissick, President; Phillip Morris, Vice President; Suzann Kite, Secretary; Mary Alice Pitzinger, Treasur- er. FRONT ROW: Donnie Mayton and Martha Cundiff, S.C.A. Representa- tives. Francine Anderson Sue Andrews Judy Bell Gail Biddle 78 — Classes Sophomores Jake on __ Responsibilities FINISHING touches are put on the skunk’s tail by Diana Perkinson and Beth Martin. Julia Brandon Eyvonne Chester Ellen Connally Martha Cundiff Debra Cutrona Alfred Dalton Jeffrey Freneh Burnie Gaskill Ai Classes i9 Donnie 80 — Classes Mayton s High Salesman Linda Hahn Dana Harver Vivian Jones Suzann Kite MEMBERS of the Class of ’70 grace their prize winning float. Gail Lawson Beth Martin Donnie Mayton Jeanette McDaniel Jamie McKissick Phillip Morris Class of ’70 Begins to Expand ‘Treasury SOPHOMORE sponsor, Mrs. Kasa, offers a suggestion as Douglas Tuggle and Robert Price arrange the bulletin board. Diane Moses Hardy O’Neal Carolyn Parrish Jerry Parrish June Patten John Paulett on Diana Perkinson Jimmy Phillips Mary Alice Pitzinger ’ — ( ‘lasses = 8 ] 82 — Classes Robert Price George Ritchie Leroy Rogers Debbie Senter Douglas Tuggle Allen Wagoner Athletic Program Ralph Westfall Betty Wheeler Larry Williamson Gail Yeatts Henry York William York JMNIOLS | GATeR Op Magazine Salesmen When the first few members of the Junior Class began to gather at BHS on August 28, it was with feelings of anticipation. Why not? Within the next nine months they would know the thrill of new class rings, the ceaseless task of earning money, the satis- faction of seeing their own Junior-Senior Banquet realized. Their “Snake the Orioles” Homecoming float slithered gaily down Main Street and tied for first place. The cry for money continued as their presi- dent Tom Forrester was squeezed out of the high salesman award in the magazine campaign. In spite of this, the class still topped all the others in sales. Along with this they sold paper and pencils in the hall aid had a bake sale. On entering high school they looked forward to becoming juniors and all the events of that special year. Now they look on to the day when they will re- ceive their diplomas and leave BHS. Billy Abel Lynne Anderson JUNIOR OFFICERS: Tom Forrester, President; Audrey Oliver, Vice Presi- dent; Kathi Hurst, Secretary; Louise Tuggle, Treasurer; Dickie Thomason and Linda Loftis, S.C.A. Representatives. Roger Andrews Edward Chumney Classes — 83 Excited Juniors Order Class Rings Robert Codispoti Jo Anne Crusenberry Richard Cundiff Cecil Dalton Robert Dalton Tom Forrester MRS. CARSON, Junior Class sponsor as well as guid- ance counselor, advises Dickie Thomason on the availabi- lity of financial aide in state schools. J. E. Golden Janet Hart Mike Hart 84. — Classes Class of ‘69 Improves Grace Hatcher Kathi Hurst Darrell Lewis Martha Lewis ATTENTIVE JUNIORS listen for clues about a U.S. History test. Patricia Lewis Linda Loftis Deborah Marshall Patricia Mayton James Mayton Douglas McBryde Financial Standing Juniors Challenged by First Term Papers é Jimmy McDaniel Mary Jane Miracle Audrey Oliver Ruth Phillips Greg Terauchi Dickie Thomason RICHARD CUNDIFF, the Junior Class’s paper and pencil man who may be seen daily at his post in the hall, makes anoth- er sale to wealthy senior Stefan Crane. James Tompkins Louise Tuggle 86 — Classes Poe Le 3 MOLLE 7, 2. . PP Sog7 SFIS SENIOR OFFICERS; William Irby, President; Kenneth Golden, sentative; Pam Clifton, Secretary; Lonnie Ogburn; Treasurer. Seniors Take Pride, On August 29, 1967 the Class of 1968 strode into the school with new pride and status, as well as fac- ing new pressures. Tension was present in all fifty members as they took College Boards and filed appli- cations to institutes of higher learning. But here and there tension was released: a joke at the lunch table, the laughter for the “chump” who lost flipping for lunch trays, Mr. Thomas’s “talks” in chemistry, and pep rallys. But also during the year the Seniors remembered Richard Edward Barnes Susan Carol Barnes C.A. Representative; Mark Orms, Vice President; Edward Bridgeman, S.C.A. Repre- Set Pace in Athletics the wonderful times they had in previous years. In their first high school year they had the distinction of being the last class to enjoy Rat Day and the first to take “new” math courses. During the next two years, they strengthened clubs and athletics through their participation. As Juniors they dedicated much time to preparing their banquet — “Mardi Gras” — but still led the Honor Roll much of the time. All of these times, and others, were special parts of the years of the Class of 68. Gerald Hey wood Beaver Classes — 87 Seniors Look Ahead — Seek Purpose in Life Edward Wesley Bridgman Deborah Cline Carson Pamela Lee Clifton is 0? 2 + iim ’ me fe : SENIOR CLASS SPONSOR Mrs. Nell Irby helps Rosalie Miracle with a problem. Patricia Lynn Clifton Stefan Watts Crane Clyde Crusenberry, Jr. Ss 88 — Classe GIaSS Battles Over Announcements Jeanne Lorraine Dalton “SISSY” (Charles Whitlow) carries off her new “bear” husband (Lindley Vaughan) as “Mama” (Chip Spyker) cheers her on after the football team’s “shot gun wedding.” Charlotte Deane Davis Deborah Kaye Edwards William Claude Elliot Lewis Payne Esposito Classes ro) 90 Seniors Study Hard, Prepare for College Donald Keith Fitzgerald Pamela Anne French William Sidney Goad catherine Ann Hansen ickie Ann Harre Katl A H Vickie Ann H ll “WIPE OUT the Orioles” sign is put on the Seniors’ float by Chip Spy ker, Kenny Golden, and Debbie Carson. Class of ’68 Includes Outstanding Leaders Mary Pinckard Harrison Glenn Elwood Hart Jane Louise Inge William Irby Classes — 91 Carol Marie Jones Robert Wayne Lawson Elizabeth Carrington MeMullin Flipping for Trays — A Senior Institution “CHUMP” Lonnie Ogburn lost the flip of the coins and has to carry the lunch trays for everyone at his table. Clyde Crusenberry sits snickering, glad that he didn’t lose again. Rosalie Miracle Lonnie James Ogburn 92 — Classes ees TR Moniwmteg ( 4 THE MIGHTY Ram (Bev Sheffield) fights the bad Eagle (Pam Clifton) in the skit presented by the cheerleaders. Seniors Help Mark Harrison Orms John Frank Phillips New Richard Lee Schnepf Jamie Walker Sanger Teachers Adjust Beverly Tyler Sheffield Classes 93 Final College Boards Present Challenge — Gloria Ann Thacker Richmond Lindley Vaughan Connie Elizabeth Ward MANY Senior boys took part in the football team’s “shot gun wedding” of “Sissy Whitlow” and “Sugar Bear.” 94. — Classes Class of ’68 Recalls ond Memories CAREFULLY testing the chemical, Rod Terauchi carries Out an experiment in chemistry. Charles William Whitlow, Jr. Gloria Ellen Winn Charles Otis Wootton Barbara Sue York Classes — 95 Senior RICHARD EDWARD BARNES IT — IVY Staff 5; Hi-Y 4, 5; Foot- ball 5; Basketball 1; Track 2. SUSAN CAROL BARNES — SCA Council 5; National Honor Soci- ety 4, Secretary 5; Quill Scroll 5; History Club 5; IVY Staff 3, 4, 5; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3, Historian 4, Leadership Training Program 4, Presi- dent 5; Library Club 3, Treasurer 4, 5.C.A. Representative 5; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Dramatics Club 3, 4, 5; Debate Team 4; Latin Tournament 2. GERALD HEYWOOD BEAVER, JR. — Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Hi-Y 1, 2, 3, Secretary 4, 5; FFA 4, 5; Football 2; 4. EDWARD WESLEY BRIDGEMAN — SCA Council 4, 5: National Honor Society 4, President 5: Hi-Y SCA Re spresentative 4, Vice- President 5; Football 2, 3, 4: Track 1; Class Officer, SCA Repre- sentative 5. DEBORAH CLINE CARSON — SCA Council 4, Recording Secre- tary 4; President 5; National Honor Society 4, 5; Quill Scroll 4, 5; History Club 2, SCA Representative 3, Secretary -Treasurer 4, 5; Thespians 3, 4, 5; JV Y Staff 2, 3, Asst. Editor 5; ‘Tri-Hi-Y 1, 2,5, Treasurer 3, Chaplain 4; Pep Cub 2,3, 4, 5; Dramatics Club 1, 2, 3, 5, Secretary 4; Basketball Manager 5; Girls’ State 4; SCA State Workshop 4; SCA State Conference 4; Contest Play 4; District first place winner, Voice of Democracy Contest. PAMELA LEE CLIFTON — SCA Council 3, 5; Quill Scroll 4, SCA Arr en ture 5; RAM’S HORN Staff 4, Production Editor 5; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3, 5, Secretary 4; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 5, Secretary 4; ae Club 5; Dramatics Club 1; Homecoming C ‘ourt 4; Cheer- jeadere 5; Basketball 2, 3, Co- -captain 4, 5; SIPA 4; Cass Officer, Sec- retary 5. PATRICIA LYNN CLIFTON — SCA Council 4; RAM’S HORN Staff 5; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3, 5, Treasurer 4; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Mono- gram Club 4, 5; Homecoming Court 1, 5; Cheerleader 4, 5; Basket- ball 5; Class Officer, SCA Representative 4. STEFAN WATTS CRANE — SCA Council, Vice President 5; Na- tional Honor Society 4, Treasurer 5; Quill Scroll 4, President 5; History Club 2, 3, President 4, 5; Thespians 4, President 5; RAM’S HORN Staff 2, 3, 4, 5; Monogram Club 4, 5; Dramatics Club 4, Vice-President 5; Football 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Basketball 2, 3; Track 2, 3, 4, 5; Debate Team 4, 5. CLYDE CRUSENBERRY JR. — SCA Council, Song leader 3 5; Thespians 3, 5, President 4; Band 1, 3, President 2; Glee Club 4, Vice-President 2, President 3; Monogram Club 3, 4, 5; Dramatics Club ue , 3, Vice-President 4, President 5; Football 1, 4, 5; Basket- ball 12.3) 40.9: Track 2-93.74: ‘Gontest Play 4. 96 — Senior Statistics Statistics JEANNE LORAINE DALTON — Band 3, 4, 5; Glee Club 2, 3, 4, o; Library Club 3, 4, 5; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. CHARLOTTE DEANE DAVIS — Pep Club 1, 2; Library Club 5. DEBORAH KAYE EDWARDS — IVY Staff 5; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, 5; Pep Club Treasurer and Business Manager 5; Dramatics Club 2. CLYDE CRUSENBERRY, the “‘little Greek boy,” is carried on stage dur- ing the football team’s skit. WILLIAM CLAUDE ELLIOT — Hi-Y 1; FFA 1; Monogram Club 4; Football 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Track 1. CURTIS DUAINE ENDERUD — Transferred from Prince George High School 4. LEWIS PAYNE ESPOSITO — Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Monogram Club 5; Thespians 5; Dramatics Club 5. DONALD KEITH FITZGERALD — Hi-Y 4, 5; Basketball 4, Capt. 5; Monogram Club 5. PAMELA ANNE FRENCH — Transferred from Essex Junction High School 3; History Club 5; Glee Club 5. a ew ee ee Senior Statistics WILLIAM SIDNEY GOAD — Monogram Club 4, Vice-President 5; FFA 4, 5; Football 1, 4. KENNETH EUGENE GOLDEN — Class Officer, Secretary 3, Vice-President 4, SCA Representative 5; Thespians 5; Monogram Club 3, 4, President 5; Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Co-Captain 5; Basketball 4; Baseball 3, 4, 5; Track 3, 4. KATHERINE ANN HANSEN — SCA Council 4; Quill Scroll 4, Vice-President 5; Thespians 4, 5; RAM’S HORN Staff 2, 3, Busi- ness Manager 4, 5; Glee Club 5; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, 5; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Monogram Club 4, 5; Dramatics Club 3, 4, 5; Cheerleader 4, Head 5; Basketball 3, Co-Captain 4 5; MGA 4: Debate 4; Contest Play 4. VICKIE ANN HARRELL — SCA Council 5; Thespians 4, Vice- President 5; Band Color Guard 4, 5; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 5, President 4; FHA 3, 4, SCA Representative 5; Pep Club 1, 2; Dramatics Club LA s5) MARY PINCKARD HARRISON — SCA Council 5, Song Leader 4; Quill Seroll 5; Thespians 3, 4, SCA Representative 5; JV Y Staff 3, 4, Business Manager 5; Glee Club 5; Tri-Hi-Y 1, 2, 3, Vice- President 4, Chaplain 5; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Monogram Club 5; Dramatics Club 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Homecoming Court 1; Class Officer, Secretary 1, 4; Contest Play 4; SIPA 4; Cheerleader 5; Basketball 4, 5. A FAVORITE SENIOR pastime proved to be harassing the “bear,” Lindley Vaughan. TWO OF THE SENIOR cheerleaders, Janie Inge and Bev Sheffield, put up a “Beat the Railroaders” sign before the Crewe game. GLENN ELLWOOD HART — FFA 4, 5; Basketball 3; Monogram Club 4, 5. MARTHA BRANDON HAWKES — SCA Council 4; RAM ’S HORN Staff 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 3, SCA Representative 4; Tri-Hi-Y 1, 2,4, 5; FHA 1, 2, 3, Vice-President 4, President 5; Pep Club 1, 2, rat, lp Sy. OLIVIA ANN HOBGOOD — SCA Council 1, 2, 5; Thespians 4, 5; RAM’S HORN Staff 5; Tri-Hi-Y 1, 4, 5, Historian 2, Representa- tive 5; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Representative 5; Monogram Club 4, 5; Dramatics Club 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Homecoming Court 4, Queen 5; Cheer- leader 4, 5; Basketball 3, 4, 5; Class Officer, SCA Representative 1. JANE LOUISE INGE — SCA Council, Pianist 3, 4, 5, District Chairman 5; National Honor Society 4, 5; Quill Seroll 4, 5; Histo- ry Club 2, Secretary 3, Vice-President 4 5; Thespians 3, 4, Secre- tary 5; JV Y Staff 2, Assistant Business Manager 3, Assistant Editor 4, Editor 5; Tri-Hi-Y 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Monogram Club 3, 5, Secretary 4; Dramatics Club 1, 3, 4, 5, Secretary 2; Homecoming Court 2; Cheerleader 3, 4, 5; Basketball 2, 4, 5; SIPA 3, 4; Girls’ State 4; Contest Play 4; SCA State Workshop 4. WILLIAM IRBY — IVY Staff 4, 5; Hi-Y 3, 4, 5; Monogram Club 2, 3, 4, 5; Football 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Baseball 3, 4, 5; Track 2; Boys’ State 4; Class Officer, Treasurer 1, Secretary 2, President 5. CAROL MARIE JONES — National Honor Society 4, 5; FHA 1, 2, Treasurer 3, President 4, Vice-President 5; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, Busi- ness Manager 4, Secretary 5. Senior Statistics — 97 Senior Statistics SENIORS WAIT in line to pay their fees to Mrs. DeBusk. ROBERT WAYNE LAWSON, JR. — FFA 2, 3, Reporter 4, 5. ELIZABETH CARRINGTON McMULLIN — Transferred from Prince George High School 5; Tri-Hi-Y 5; Pep Club 5. ROSALIE MIRACLE — FHA 4, 5: Pep Club 4, 5; Library Club 4, 5; Drill Team 4. LONNIE JAMES OGBURN — SCA Council 1, Treasurer 5; Mono- gram Club 2, 3, 4, 5; Football 1, 2, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Base- ball 3, 4, 5, Manager 1; Track 4, 5; Golf 5; Class Officer, SCA Rep- resentative 1, Treasurer 2, 3, 4, 5. MARK HARRISON ORMS — SCA Council 5; National Honor So- ciety 4, Vice-President 5; Quill Scroll 5; History Club 4, SCA Representative 5; Thespians 4, 5; RAM’S HORN Staff 3, 4, Editor 5; Band 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1; Hi-Y 5; Monogram Club 3, 4, 5; Dra- matics Club 3, 4, 5; Football 5; Basketball 2, 3, 5, Co-Captain 4; Track 4, 5; Golf 2, 3, 4, 5; SIPA 4; Class Officer, Vice-President 5; Debate 4, 5. NANCY CAROL PERKINSON — SCA Council 4, 5; RAM’S HORN Staff, SCA Representative 4 5; Assistant Business Manag- er 5; FHA 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Library Club 4, Reporter-Historian 5; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Dramatics Club 2, 3, 4, 5; Debate 4. JOHN FRANK PHILLIPS — FFA, Treasurer 4, 5. JAMIE WALKER SANGER — Glee Club 3; FHA 3, Secretary 4, 5 : Library Club 1, 2, Treasurer 3, Vice-President 4, 5. 98 — Senior Statistics RICHARD LEE SCHNEPF — FFA 4, 5, Monogram Club 3, 4, 5; Football 2, 3, 4, Co-Captain 5; Baseball 3, 4, 5; Track 3, 4. BEVERLY TYLER SHEFFIELD — SCA Council, Recording See- retary 4; Thespians 4, 5; RAM’S HORN Staff, Art Editor 5; Tri- Hi-Y 1, 2, 3, 4, Historian 5; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Monogram Club 3, 4, 5; Dramatics Club 2, 3, 4, Secretary 5; Homecoming Court 3, 5; Cheerleader 3, 4, 5; Basketball 5. WILLIAM WALTER SPYKER — SCA Council 5, IVY Staff 4, 5; Hi-Y 2, Secretary 3, Vice-President 4 5; Monogram Club 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3, Treasurer 4, SCA Representative 5; Football 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Basketball 2, 3, 4, 5; Track 2, 3, 4,5; MGA 4: Boys’ State 4. RODERICK SEISHAN TERA UCHI — Transferred from Lee High School, San Francisco 5. NANCY SUSAN TERWILLIGER — National Honor Society 4, 5; Quill Seroll 4, Secretary 5; RAM’S HORN Staff 3, 4, 5; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, 5; Libfary Club 1, Reporter-Historian 4, Vice-President 5; Pep Club 2, 3, 4, 5; Dramatics Club 2, 4, 5; Debate 4; Third Place, Voice of Democracy Contest 4 5. DRESSED IN HER COSTUME on Home- coming day, Pinckey Harrison demonstrates the proper way to put on lipstick. Senior Statistics LINDLEY VAUGHAN was a frequent loser when it came time for carrying lunch trays. GLORIA ANN THACKER — Library Club 4, 5. RICHMOND LINDLEY VAUGHAN, JR. — Hi-Y 4, Chaplain 5; Monogram Club’3, 4, Secretary 5; Football 1, 3, 4, 5; Track 4; Golf Bye cots Naas SOME OF THE SENIOR girls sit at their lunch table, dressed in “beach wear” on Homecoming day. CONNIE ELIZABETH WARD SCA Council 3, 4, 5; National Honor Society 4; SCA Representative 5; Quill Scroll 4, 5; History Club 4, 5; RAM’S HORN Staff 3, Asst. Business Manager L. Busi- ness Manager 5; Band 1, 2, Secretary-Treasurer 3; Glee Club 1; Tri- Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Secretary 5; Library Club 3, SCA Representative 4, Secretary 5; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, Treasurer 4, 5; Dramatics Club 3, 4, 5; Class Officer, SCA Representative 3. ELIZABETH ROSEMARY WESTFALL — Glee Club 5. JAMES LARRY WHEELER — FFA, Secretary 5; Dramatics Club 1, 2, 3; Football 1, 2, 3; Basketball 1; Track 2, 3. CHARLES WILLIAM WHITLOW, JR. — Monogram Club 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 5; Football 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Basketball 4, 5; Baseball 4, 5; Track Be 3. 1, ay Most Valuable Football Player Award Sy GLORIA ELLEN WINN — RAM’S HORN Staff 5; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3, 1,5; FHA 1, 2; Library Club 4, 5; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, Assis. Business Mer. 4, Vice-President 5; Dramatics Club 4, 5; Basketball 4, 5. CHARLES OTIS WOOTTON — SCA Council 4, National Honor Society 4, 5; Thespians 4, 5; JV Y Staff 3, SCA Representative 4, Copy Editor 5; Hi-Y 3, Vice-President 4, 5; Monogram Club 4, 5: Dramatics Club 4, 5; Football 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; Class Officer 2, President 4; District Hi-Y Vice-Pres. BARBARA SUE YORK — SCA Council 5; Drill Team 4; Tri-Hi-) 4, SCA Representative 5; FHA 4, Secretary 5; Library Club 4, President 5; Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. THE SENIOR FLOAT, on which members of the Class of “68 spent many long hours, goes down Main Street in the Homecoming parade. Ads Merchants of the surrounding area have often assisted students. The purpose of these advertisements is to recognize all those businessmen and friends who have made the year a success and this yearbook possible. BHS is indeed grateful for their cooperation. ie P ES TRANSPORT | Je : Pn 4 blll CLYDE CRUSENBERRY closely examines Arrow’s traditional JANIE INGE poses by the sign of one of Blackstone’s most scenic shirt. businesses. Peebles Blackstone’s Fashion Center 292-7248 EPES TRANSPORT SYSTEM, INC. 102 — Ads DUMOND’S TRIM SHOP Tailor Made Seat Covers Convertible Tops Furniture Upholstering 408 Church Street Phone 292-3944 PLANTERS WAREHOUSE Feeds Seeds Fertilizers — Farm Supplies Phone 292-3013 ““NEW” PAUL’S Lobster and Steak House ‘‘The Home of Select Food’’ 213 South Main Street Blackstone, Virginia Phone 292-9800 BRADSHAW FARM EQUIPMENT CO. Blackstone, Virginia OAKLEY LEE DEPT. STORE “FOR THRIFTY PEOPLE ' Phone 676-2261 Kenbridge, Virginia DILLARD-CRAWLEY HARDWARE Blackstone, Virginia KENBRIDGE MANUFACTURING SUPPLY CO. INC. Lumber Building Supplies Manufacturers Dealers Kenbridge, Virginia STOKES-WILLIAMS HARDWARE CO. HARDWARE PLUMBING Quality Service since 1894 Phone 292-3127 Blackstone, Virginia 103 R. W. CLIFTON JEWELER 214 S. Main Phone 292-3588 Blackstone, Virginia PAYNE CHEVROLET, INC. Sales and Service Phone 292-3461 JO ANN CRUSENBERRY samples the newest shades of lipsticks at Spencer’s. SPENCER DRUG CO. 104. — Ads B. W. LOVE, INC. TEXACO PRODUCTS Blackstone, Virginia AMERICAN BRAND HEATING OIL with Sta-clean for prompt delivery telephone 292-3247 Cabell H. Cliborne, Agt. Blackstone, Virginia AMERICAN ae | CLAY’S HATCHERY Phone 292-4140 Route 1 Blackstone, Virginia PLANTERS GRAIN MILLING CO. Blackstone, Virginia SHEFFIELD T.V. APPLIANCE CO. Sales Service Whirlpool Appliances Motorola RCA Magnavox Blackstone, Virginia Phone 292-4151 THEATRE 305 S. Main Street Blackstone, Virginia Tel. 292-3350 “Your Entertainment is Our Business’’ COMMUNITY ESSO €sso DEALER Blackstone, Virginia HILLTOP SERVICE STATION Texaco Gas Oil — Groceries Fresh Meats, Ice-Cream, Drinks Lunches — Open 7 Days a Week Phone 292-3832 are. Blackstone, Virginia BURNIE GASKILL enjoys buying delicious RC Cola. ROYAL CROWN BOTTLERS COMMONWEALTH TOBACCO, INC. and IMPERIAL PROCESSING CORPORATION Compliments of VA. TELEPHONE TELEGRAPH COMPANY GARRETT, MOON POOL, INC. Plant and Deliveries Phone 292-4257 292-7718 Blackstone, Virginia DR. CHARLES K. DAREN OPTOMETRIST Visual Examinations Optical Services Phone 292-3696 Blackstone, Virginia PINCKEY HARRISON waits her turn to deposit her money at Fidelity. 106 Ads JAMES RIVER BUS LINES Blackstone, Virginia CHARTERED BUS SERVICE SOUTHSIDE FINANCE COMPANY Blackstone, Virginia FIDELITY NATIONAL BANK R. Archer Hardy — President Preston R. Wilson — Vice President ADVISORY BOARD John H. Beach Cecil Vaughan J. Segar Gravatt Mills H. Doyle R. Archer Hardy J. Hugh Yelverton, Jr. J. L. Manson, Jr. Dr. T. C. Bradshaw J. Gordon Cole, Jr. W. Lynwood Jones Robert T. West Preston R. Wilson — Marvin Inge, Jr. Cashier 1865 — 1967 Like having a banker in the family TEST DRIVING a °68 Chrysler are Ellen Christian, Diane Sheffield, and Sally Spindler. HAMMOCK-RAND MOTOR CO. MERLE’S BARBER SHOP PRIVATE POOL CLUB Blackstone, Virginia MERCURY DRY CLEANERS Phone 292-7205 207 South Main Street Blackstone, Virginia y s Wa CHRYS LER CORPORATION Used Cars Trucks Bought — Sold — Traded Blackstone, Virginia FREEMAN AUTO PARTS Blackstone, Virginia MAYTON’S AUTO SALES s — 107 SMYTH’S FROZEN FOOD COMPANY Kenbridge, Virginia RIPBERGER FURNITURE INC. Phone 676-2652 Kenbridge, Virginia SANITARY BEAUTY GREENLEAF SHOP DAI RY MILDRED B. CHRISTIAN — Owner INC. Phone 292-3810 Blackstone, Virginia Distributors of Farm Fresh Dairy Products WILKERSON Blackstone, Virginia COo., INC. Distributor for Delta Tires Quality Recapping Look for the WCO Brand Crewe, Virginia 108 — Ads NUNNELLY’S TEXACO SERVICE yt TEXACO PRODUCTS 300 Main Street Blackstone, Virginia Phone 292-3934 HAMNER FUNERAL HOME Air-Conditioned Ambulance Service Phone 292-3240 Blackstone, Virginia MICK OR MACK STORE ROBERT T. WEST THOMAS L. WEST Blackstone, Virginia Cnles “Pume of Fine Chithes” Blackstone, Va. CITIZENS BANK TRUST COMPANY ‘Service With Safety Since 1873 IS oA OUT MAZoMeolanZ-vall-lilam oleetitel its to serve you better. Have you tried our Drive-In Branch? Member Federal Reserve System Member F.D.1.C. (ds LO9 _ DUNNINGTON BEACH | _ TOBACCO). eo oF | (ona Farmville — Blackstone Virginia | : Leaf Tobacco Exporters GENERAL CREDIT ADJUSTMENT COLLECTIONS, INC. Phone 292-7205 207 South Main Street Blackstone, Virginia SHEFFIELD FURNITURE SOUTHSIDE VIRGINIA’S MOST MODERN AND PROGRESSIVE FURNITURE STORE Blackstone, Virginia 110 — Ads 4 ‘ ee ft fis cb Wei iy fs Se Te ie z a) bo. es a “is 2 3 el Pathe sie 8 ae JAMIE McKISSICK picks up flowers for his date at Winstead F'lo- WINSTEAD FLORIS Phone 292-3935 IRBY INSURANCE AGENCY Nottoway County’s Oldest Insurance Agency Blackstone, Virginia DOLLY MADISON IND. FURNITURE DIVISION Dimension Plant + 33 Blackstone, Virginia SILCO SHARRER’S STORES, INC. MARKET SHOP AT SILCO — WHERE SAVING BECOMES A HABIT Phone 292-7277 111 W. Broad Street Blackstone, Virginia Blackstone, Virginia BLACKSTONE FUEL LEVI-STRAUSS SUPPLY CO. CO. Phone 292-7214 Blackstone, Virginia Blackstone, Virginia HERFF JONES COMPANY MANUFACTURER OF B.H.S. CLASS RINGS and INVITATIONS REED SCHWEICKERT DANA HARVER and Jeannette McDaniel load Cokes at our local : bottling plant. 1401 Newell Xo a Apt. fom 3 Richmond, Virginia 23225 Phone 703-232-5308 COCA-COLA BOTTLING CO. THE CHEERLEADERS enjoy a delicious snack at Slaw’s before the game. SLAW’S RESTAURANT WINN BROTHERS FURNITURE COMPANY Complete Home Furnitures Blackstone, Virginia Phone 292-3462 BLACKSTONE RESTAURANT 123 South Main Street Blackstone’s Favorite Eating Place 292-3606 Steve Vasilakos, Prop. 112 — Ads HARDIN FUNERAL HOME Phone 292-5503 Blackstone, Virginia A. W. WATKINS JEWELER Keepsake Diamonds China — Crystal 75 Patterns of Sterling Silver Engraving and Repairs Phone 292-3230 CLOVER FARM MARKET em CLOVER FARM STORES LYON’S GULF SERVICE Briggs Stratton Sales Service 217 North Main Street Blackstone, Virginia Phone 292-3931 MAYTON’S SERVICENTER J. L. MAYTON Texaco Oil Products Phone 292-9806 400 Church Street Blackstone, Virginia EPES SUPPLY CO. Distributor for Goodyear — Firestone Tire Recapping Distributor for Pure Oil Products Phone 292-7254 THE TRADING POST “BLACKSTONE'S MOST POPULAR PROCEEDS STORE”’ Blackstone, Virginia COURIER-RECORD Commercial Printing Advertising Service 113 East Broad Street Blackstone, Virginia SANITARY BARBER SHOP M. M. DANIEL, Owner Blackstone, Virginia VIRGINIA STEAM LAUNDRY DRY CLEANERS Phone 292-3476 Refrigerated Fur Storage Rug Cleaning Blackstone, Virginia PAXTON DeBUSK makes a purchase at Barrow Grocery. BARROW GROCERY CO. Ads Li3 MR. BOB RIFFEE flashes a smile at Sally Spincler as he fills her prescript ion. 114 NOTTOWAY DRUG CO. - Ads place. DAIRY FREEZE NO. 1 KENLEA CRAFTS Kenbridge, Virginia DAIRY FREEZE NO. 2 now serves as the unofficial gathering DAIRY FREEZE NO. 2 Advertisers Patrons Mr. E. P. Carson Sally Carson Mrs. Sarah Carson Mrs. Grace P. Carter Mrs. Mildred Christian Mr. and Mrs. Donald L. Clary Class of 1968 Mr. and Mrs. Jennings G. Cox Mr. and Mrs. Ernest D. Cundiff Captain Dick H. Forrester, Jr. Linda Forrester Mrs. Estelle Gaskill Anne Carter Harrison Mr. and Mrs. John A. Harrison Dana Harver Mr. W. A. Harver Hokie Club Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Inge, Jr. J. M. H. Irby Mr. L. H. Irby Mrs. R. C. Irby Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Johnson Miss Jean Jones Mrs. Ruth F. McClung Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Norris Mr. Calvin Parrish Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Pitzinger Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Sommers Mrs. Jane Spindler Sally Spindler Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Spyker Mrs. Dorothy Tunstall VMI Builds Men Virginia Military Inst. 12 — Tech 10 (1967) VPI 70 — VMI 12 Mrs. Judith F. Westmoreland William and Mary Mrs. Empsy Williams CHOOSING just the right card from the big selection at one of the local drug stores is hard for Dana Harver. Help Make 68 Ivy Possible Advertisers Index A American Oil Company 104 B Barrow Grocery Company 113 Blackstone Fuel and Supply Company 111 Blackstone Restaurant 112 Bradshaw Farm Equipment Company 103 Gi Citizens Bank and Trust Company 109 Clay’s Hatchery 104 R. W. Clifton Jewelers 104. Clover Farm Market 112 Coca-Cola Bottling Company 111 Commonwealth Tobacco 105 Community Esso 105 Courier Record 113 D Dairy Freezes 114 Dr. Charles K. Darren 106 Dillard-Crawley Hardware Company, Ine. 103 Dolly Madison Industries 110 Dumond’s Trim Shop 103 Dunnington Beach Company, Inc. 110 Epes Supply Company 113 P Fidelity National Bank 106 Freeman Auto Parts 107 G Garrett, Moon and Pool, Inc. 106 General Credit Adjustment and Collections, Inc. 110 Greenleaf Dairy 108 H Hammock Rand Motor Company 107 Hamner Funeral Home 109 Hardin Funeral Home 112 Hilltop Service Station 105 | Irby Insurance Agency 110 J James River Bus Lines 106 Herf Jones Company 111 K Kenbridge Manufacturing and Supply Co., Inc. 103 Kenlea Crafts 114. It Levi Strauss and Company 111 B. W. Love, Inc. 104. Lyon’s Gulf Service 112 M Mayton’s Auto Sales 113 Mayton’s Servicenter 107 Mercury Cleaners 107 Merle’s Barber Shop and Private Pool Club 107 Mick or Mack 109 N “New” Pauls 103 Nottawa Theatre 105 Nottoway Drug Company 114 Nunnelly’s Texaco 109 O Oakley and Lee Department Store 103 P Payne Chevrolet 104 Peebles Department Store 102 Planters Grain and Milling Company 104 Planters Warehouse 103 R Ripberger Furniture, Inc. 108 Royal Crown Bottlers 105 Sanitary Barber Shop 113 Sanitary Beauty Shop 108 Sharrer’s Market 111 Sheffield Furniture 110 Sheffield TV and Appliance Company 105 Sileo Stores, Inc. 11] Slaw’s Restaurant 112 Smyth’s Frozen Food Company 108 Southside Finance Company 106 Spencer Drug Company 104 Stokes- Williams Hardware Company 103 , The Trading Post 113 Transport Corporation 102 V Virginia Steam Laundry and Dry Cleaners 3 Virginia Telephone and Telegraph Company 105 W A. W. Watkins, Jewelers Watkins, A. W., Jeweler 112 Wilkerson Company, Inc. 108 Winn Brothers Furniture Company 112 Winstead Florist 1 10 CHEERLEADER Bev Sheffield shows her excitement as she waits for the game to begin. Index A Abel. Billy 83 Codispoti, Author 41, 71 Hansen, Kathy 28, 31, 32, 33, 37, 38, 42, 56, Alderman, Becky 26. 67 Codispoti, Robert 4.1, 84. Di DOR OO mOleEo OU) Anderson, Francine 78 Cole, Jean 37, 71 Harrell, Vickie 26, 32, 33, 40, 42, 90 Anderson, Frank 70 Coleman, Peggy 42, 76 Harrison, Mrs. Olivia C. 19, 26, 9 Anderson, Lynne 33, 83 Connalley, Ellen 42, 79 Harrison, Pinckey 26, 28, 30, 32, 33, 37, 38, Andrews, Harriet 37, 70 Corbett, Joan 71 42, 56, 60, 61, 106, 91, 98 Andrews, Roger 83 Crane, Stefan 26, 28, 29, 31, 32, 33, 46,47, Hart, Glenn 41. 91 Andrews, Sue 34, 37, 78 86, 9, 88 Hart, Janet 26, 30, 34, 56, 67, 84 Armes, Billy 75 Crusenberry, Clyde 26, 32, 33, 46, 52, 53,64, Hart. Mike 39, 41, 46, 47, 84 B 102, 88, 92, 96 Harver, Dana 26, 30, 37, 38, 40, 42, 59, 65. Barnes, Ricky 30, 39, 46, 47, 87 Crusenberry, Jo Anne 30, 33, 37, 38, 42, 84, 80. 111 Barnes, Susan 26, 28, 29, 30, 33, 34, 35, 37, 104. Hatcher, Grace 85 Sieh, DOs Ch Cundiff, Donnie 71 Hawkes, Martha 37, 38, 40, 91 Beaver, Jerry 39, 41, 87 Cundiff, Martha Ann 27, 31, 33, 56, 57, 58, Henkel. Mary Sue 72 Begnaud, Paul 70 OOP OLD Hobgood, Ann 18, 23, 27, 31, 32, 33, 37, 38, Bell, Judy 78 Cundiff, Richard 27, 30, 32, . 33, 46, 47, 52, 56, 57, 60, 61, 64, 65, 91 Biddle, Gail 33, 37, oy a 54, 55, 84, 86 Hurley, Michael 72 Blanton, Mr. Hugh L. Cutrona, Debbie 37, 79 Hurst, Kathi 34, 83, 85 Br. es Julia Frances eo Bey Bis, oton GUO), Bie). D Hutcherson, Mrs. Izell 21, 28, 31 8, 79 Dalton, Alfred 4.1, 79 I Dalton, Billy 50, 51, 76 Inge, Janie 19, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 33, 35, 37. Dalton, Bradley 50, 71 OO ON OON Olen Ona Zeno) lemO Dalton, Cecil 52, 84: Inge, Steve 39, 52, oe Dalton, Jeanne 34, 37, 42, 89 Ingram, Billy 27, TO. Dalton, Mark 71 Irby. Mrs. Nell ie a sie Dalton, Robert 52, 84 Irby, William 27, 30, 33, 39, 46, 47, 87, 91 Dalton, Wayne 41, 51, 71 Irby, Woodson 77 Davis, Charlotte 34, 37, 89 DeBusk, Mrs. Cornelia 16, 31, 98 DeBusk, Paxton 51, 71, 72, 113 DeFalco, Mr. Danny 30 Dooley, Ray 71 Doswell, Rudolph AN. Ave, sulle. Gl Draper, Pam 37, 71 Duvall, Jody 42, 76 J Jackson, Charles 72 Jenkins, Mr. Tom 20, 41 Johnson, Mr. Lee 22, 50, 51 Johnson, Patricia 72 Jones, Carol 29, 35, 37, 40, 92 Jones, Gayle 40, 43, 72 Jones, Miss Jean 15, 59, 73 E Jones, Viviann 34, 37, 40, 42, 80 Edwards, Debbie 30, 37, 38, 89 Edwards, Robin 27, 37, 43, 70, 71 Elliott, Claude 41, 89 Esposito, Lewis 32, 33, 41, 52, 53, 89 K Kasa, Mrs. Barbara 18, 35, 81 Kineer, Ricky 72 Kite, Suzanne 16, 37, 40, 42, 60, 61, 64, 80 F Finch, Linda Fitzgerald, Donnie 26, 31, 39, 52, 53, 54, 55, 90 Fitzgerald, Floydette 33, 42, 43, 76 Floyd, Garry 79 Forrester, Kathy 37, 40, 67, 70, 71, 72 Forrester, Tom 30, 33, 39, 46, 52, 83, 84. Bridgeman, Ed Wesley 27, 29, 35, 39, 87, 88 Butler, Peggy 70 c; Fore, Billy 76 Cabaniss, Kitty Sue 37, 42, 43, 75 French, Eric 41, 71 Carson, Debbie 26, 28, 29, 30, aye Sah, 2h). ie French, Jeffrey 46, 79 38, 42, 56, 88, 90 French, Pam 21, 35, 42, 90 Carson, Sally 27, 30, 33, 38, 42, 59, 64, 75, C 76 : Garett, Douglas 50, 51, 76 Carson, Mrs. Sarah 14 Garrett, Nancy 27, 37, 38, 59, 75, 76 Cassell, Mrs. Hilda _B. 20, 40 Caskill. Burnie’s0: 42. 46. 79. 105 Chester, Eyvonne 79 : ‘) e Goad, Billy 90 Chester, Wendell 71 Christian, Ellen 30, 33, 38, 56, 59, 75, 76. Goad, Jessie 72 Golden, James 41, 46, 84. aed pee Golden, Kenny 27, 32, 33, 39, 46, 47, 49, 65, ‘humney, 70, 7 67. 87. 90 Chumney, Edward 41, 83 : ae a Clay. Flovi4l 71 Gomer, Eddie 72 Clayton, Mr. Max B. 22, 46, 50, 52, 66 Greenhill, Marjorie 42, 43, 76 Clifton. Pat 26. 3 Ik. yi 38. 56. 57. 60. 6l. 64. Gun n, De bors ah AO, 43, 72 88 Gunn, Bill 50, 51, 7 Chittons PameZ On 275265 lator oon DOD ie H 58, 60, 61, 87, 88, 93 Hahn, Linda 34, 37, 42, 80 116 — Index Index be 5 Lawson, Gail 80 Sanger, Jamie 21, 34, 40, 42, 93 Tuggle, Douglas 81, 82 Lawson, Robbie 41. 92 Sanger, Mrs. Mollie 14, 34 Tuggle, Louise 34, 83, 86 Lewis, Darrell 85 Schnepf, Rick 41, 46, 47, 49, 65, 66, 93 Tunstall, Mrs. Dorothy 17, 28. 30 Lewis, Martha 38, 85 Seamster, Thelma 74. U-V Lewis. Patricia 34. 37. 85 Senter, Debbie 40, 82 Upson, Johnny 50, 74 Lewis. Wendi 37. 72 Sheffield, Bev 17, 31, 32, 33, 37, 38, 42, 56, Vaughan, Lindley 39, 46, 89, 94, 97, 99 Loftis, Linda 27, 34, 37, 83, 85 60, 61, 65, 93, 97 Loftis, Shirley 37. 43. 72 Sheffield, Diane 33, 37, 38, 56, 59, 77, 107 W agoner, Allen 46, 51, 82 : M Shields. George SOL Ward, Connie 27, 28, 29, 31, 33, 34, 35, 37. Marsee. Donnie 72 Simpson, Nancy 34, 43, 74 38, 94 Marshall. Debdrah 37. 38. 65, 85 Sommerville, Mrs. 23, 42 Watson, Randy 41, 74 Martin. Beth 40. 80 Spindler, Sally DOE Sele ont Cates ayy Wile MU OTE = Weatherford, Mrs. Anna D. 17, 29, 38 Mathews, Dewey 73 114. Weatherford, Mr. Benjamin C. 18, 37, 46, 50, Mays. Billy 73 Spyker, Chip 33, 39, 46, 47, 52, 54, 89, 90, 56 Mayton, Donnie 22, 27, 39, 51, 80 94. Wells, Bobby 50, 51, 77 Mayton, James 85 Spyker, Stephanie 30, 33, 37, 38, 42, 77 Westfall, Ralph 82 Mayton, Patricia 34, 37, 85 Steinwand, Mary 37, 38, 40, 56, 65, 77 Westfall, Rosemary 42, 95 McBryde, Douglas 46. 47, 85 Strickland, Joyce 74, Wheeler, Betty Se eos Mrs. Ruth McClung 15, 32, 33 Sulllivarren Wen Gee seeiben Osta Wheeler, Larry 95 MeDaniel, Carl 41, 73 AR Whitlow, Charles 46, 47, 48, 66, 89, 95 McDaniel, Jeanette 37, 59, 80, 111] Terauchi, Greg 86 Whitlow, Stratton 42, 50, 74 McDaniel, Jimmy 86 Terauchi, Rod 94, 95 Wilburn, Debra 37, 42, 76, 77 McDaniel, Joyce 34, 73 Terwilliger, Nancy 28, 29, 31, 33, 34, 35, 37, Will, Rhonda 77 MeKissick, Jamie 39, 46, 51, 80, 110 38, 94 Williamson, Larry 46, 82 MecMullin, Liz 26, 37, 38, 92 Thacker, Cathy 74 Wilson, Janice 74. Miracle, Mary Jane 43, 86 Thacker, Gloria 94: Wilson, Judy 74. Miracle, Rosalie 34, 37, 38, 40, 88, 92 Thomas, Bobby 50, 74 Winn, Gloria 33, 34, 37, 38, 95 Mitchell. Tina 37. 40, 77 Thomas, Mr. Robert 19, 39, 46, 50, 66 Wootton, Charles 28, 29, 30, 32, 33, 35, 39, Morris, Phillip 39, 51, 80 Thomas, Mrs. Robert 13 46, 47, 95 Moses, Diane 34, 37, 42, 81 Thomason, Diane 26, 40, 70, 74. Wynn, Charold 43, 74 N Thomason, Dickie 27, 4.6, 47, 48, 52, 83, 84, Wynn, Gayle 74. Nash, Eddie 50, 51, 70, 73 a BO coum ack ad Naugle, Teddy 77 Thweatt, Mrs. Erma 23 ae Yeatts, Gail 82 Nelson, Sandy 37, 40, 64, 73 ThreeattiaMy Warren Las Len ee York, Barbara 20, 38, 95 Nichols, Mrs. Peggy 13, 23 Tompkins, Dale 74 York, Henry 82 Norris, Mrs. Pauline 15 lompkins, Jim 86 York, William 82 O Ogburn, Lonnie 26, 39, 52, 87, 92 Oliver, Audrey 40, 56, 64, 83, 86 O'Neal, Hardy 37, 59, 81 Ooten, Teresa 37, 65, 73 Orange, Donald 39, 52, 75, 77 Orms evar lei. 26.29; 31, 32; 30, 39, 46, 52, 87, 93 Overton, Donnie 50, 73 P Parrish, Carolyn 30, 33, 37, 38, 40, 56, 81 Parrish, Jerry 39, 46, 47, 51, 81 Parrish, Patricia 73 Patten, June 81 Paulett, John 41, 81 Perkinson, Diana 31, 33, 37, 42, 59, 81 Perkinson, Donnie 41, 42, 73 Perkinson, Nancy 26, 31, 33, 34, 37, 40, 42, 93 Pettry, Diana 37, 74 Pettry, Ricky 74 Phillips, Jimmy 81 Phillips, John Frank 41, 93 Phillips, Ruth 34, 40, 42, 86 Pitzinger, Mary Alice 30, 33, 37, 38, 40, 56, 60, 61, 81 Pomeroy, Butch 50, 74 Pool, Richard 77 Pool, Selena 37, 43 Price, Robert 46, 52, 81, 82 Pitlesgiulesd: Oo. 375, 77 R Rawlings, Rebecea 43, 74 Riffee, Mr. Bob 114. Ritchie, George 30, 82 Rogers, Leroy 46, 82 index — 117 Rollins, Anne 74 ME Weep ree RS aie LAN 4st alks The senior w = pa Te) ie —' x mn SS re a Te Rr no SE ae OES i) 80-8 3 Lacs ASS) Ges ie ae SEs ESS 3s e383 Se cw S ze 5S PI n Oo £ Ss © Sees Vis So sao fk OO @ S h ips and , triump endsh fri enmittes k lf to d the purpo his e 3 So £ HR 2 w eieee o a SS 80 © s s ae = esce SHS Lmse k toh loo fi sein n xis tence. Hardwork BASEBALL TEAM: FIRST ROW: Dickie Thomason, Richard Cundiff, Jerry Parrish, Phillip Morris, Roger Andrews. SECOND ROW: Leroy Rogers, Donnie Mayton, Cecil Dalton, Larry William- JERRY PARRISH waits for pitch that could mean the difference between winning or losing the game. Characterizes 68 Season ™ son. THIRD ROW: Mr. Glass, Coach; Mike Hart, William Irby, Charles Whitlow, Mr. Weatherford, Coach. With a number of lettermen back on the squad, BHS had a fairly successful season. At the beginning of the season, training new pi tchers seemed to be a necessity, after losing their All-District pitcher, Chuck Howse. BHS seemed to be strong at the bat this year with five men batting over .300. BHS ended the year with a 5 and 7 record, due mostly to the lack of pitchers. William Irby, as catcher and with a batting aver- age of .333, earned a position on the All-District Team. Richard Cundiff, playing a number of posi- tions and batting .333, also made the All-District Team. With nine boys returning, Blackstone expects to have a better season than the 1968 season. FSO THE TEAM tells jokes after a good practice PNRIS SAS DELS rae | Losing Team Gains Experience NG 29 UV Meh, 2 a CASPER NAME. ROB. CECIL DALTON races to first base while the first baseman awaits the ball. COACH WEATHERFORD gives helpful 1968 SEASON RECORD advise to Cecil Dalton. BHS OPPONENT Crewe Dinwiddie Brunswick Greensville Parkview Bluestone Crewe Dinwiddie Brunswick Greenville Parkview Bluestone NPBWEWOWHNIODO DCAUNANADANHEHEN CRACK! Roger Andrews makes connec- tion and sends the ball sailing across the infield. SEE E LL LIES OS ARES OOOH” BEE School Records Set in Track TRACK TEAM: FIRST ROW: Bobby Wells, Steve Inge, Greg Ter- Spyker, Richard Cundiff, Mike Hart, Ron Rousey, Larry William- auchi, Robert Dalton, Dickie Thomason, Allen Wagoner, Stefan son, Tom Forrester, George Ritchie. Crane, Doug Garrett. SECOND ROW: Mr. Johnson, Coach; Chip RONNIE ROUSEY is about to release shot-put while others watch. Blackstone did not make a good showing at the district meet this year. Chip Spyker and Richard Cu- diff earned the five points that Blackstone received. During the regular meets BHS made a better showing. Chip Spyker set a school record in the 220. Richard Cundiff set two school records in the high jump and broad jump. RICHARD CUNDIFF displays the determination With many boys returning and many more inter- that helped him break school track records. ested BHS hopes to have a better season next year. Golte wlicanieeatlas Successful EIFS RET OD Oa SF Ase aS vie. x € —_ x GOLF TEAM: Mark Orms, Lonnie Ogburn, Jamie McKissick, Lindley Vaughan, Richard Cundiff, Mr. Clayton, Coach. ic A E : e- 3 : @ x 5 . % % € bd : : : 5 5 ¢ With six men out for golf this year and with the support of many others BHS had a better than aver- ; age season. The team was lead by seniors Lindley : Vaughan and Mark Orms who played one and two 5 man. Lonnie Ogburn and Jamie McKissick played three and four man. Richard Cundiff and Clyde Cru- senberry were ready to step in at any time as sub- stitutes. With many boys interested and ready to play Blackstone should have a successful season with the little white ball next year. LINDLEY VAUGHAN putts skillfully on the final hole. PIO LID APIS SLOP POI BIS BRIE SRED LOS CBG SRI BY EPA Ss 8 PL MSR ALE: Pie-Throwing Contest Highlights Assembly LONNIE OGBURN looks very happy after having thrown a pie into Mrs. McClung’s face. TAKING CAREFUL AIM, Henry York throws pie into DURING SOUTHEAST ASSEMBLY, students get a science Mr. Thomas’ face. lesson. CLAUDE ELLIOTT takes pleasure in throwing pie into Mr. Thweatt’s face. d ut ORR PALS oe z JUNIORS work hard on decorations for Junior-Senior. HEAD WAITER AND WAITRESS, Leroy Rogers and Mary Alice Pitzinger put leis on seniors, Chip Spyker and Pat Clifton. é. g ig ; Pa : S : £ : a = a z c : MR. AND MRS. BLANTON and Mr. and Mrs. Thweatt enjoy a delicious meal of roast suckling pig with all the trimmings. FOR � $ ‘ NG LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT is given by Janie Inge and Mark Orms. CHARLES WHITLOW good naturedly ac- cepts “gift” from Clyde Crusenberry. : 3 : : : 5 ‘ ¥ Awards Given to Outstanding Seniors ™ - } I ! a JANIE INGE and Debbie Carson receive the Journalism THE COVETED HUGH YELVERTON III AWARD is presented to Mark Award for outstanding work in journalism. Orms along with a word of congratulations from Mr. Thweat. 1968 AWARDS AND RECIPIENTS D.A.R. — Connie Ward Hugh Yelverton I[f Memorial — Mark Orms Citizenship — Debbie Carson, William Irby Danforth Foundation — Pinckey Harrison, Chip Spyker Norma Chambers — Debbie Carson, Janie Inge Journalism — Janie Inge, Debbie Carson G. T. Bridgeman Math and Science — Mark Orms Athletics — Pam Clifton, Kathy Hansen, Charles Whitlow Dramatics — Clyde Crusenberry Nottoway County Teacher’s Scholarship — Susan Barnes Library — Nancy Terwilliger a WITH GREAT PLEASURE, Pam Clifton and Kathy Hansen accept Athletics Award. CHARLES WHITLOK accepts Athletics Award along with a firm handshake and a smile of congrat- ulations from Mr. Thweat. Future CLASS OF 1968: FIRST ROW: Robbie Lawson, Edward Bridge- man, Rod Terauchi, Ricky Barnes, Jamie Sanger, Carol Jones, Con- nie Ward, Susan Barnes, Nancy Terwilliger, Debbie Carson, Liz MeMullin, Janie Inge, Stefan Crane, Mark Orms, Charles Wooton, Honor Graduates. SECOND ROW: Martha Hawkes, Rosalie Mira- cle, Barbara Norton, Charlotte Davis, Gloria Winn, Nancy Perkin- son, Gloria Thacker, Debbie Edwards, Vickie Harrell, Pam French, eg iain a Awaits Graduates Rosemary Westfall, Ann Hobgood, Pam Clifton, Bev Sheffield, Pinckney Harrison, Kathy Hansen, Pat Clifton. THIRD ROW: John Frank Phillips, Chip Spyker, Ken Golden, Billy Goad, Charles Whitlow, Jerry Beaver, Clyde Crusenberry, Ron Rousey, Donnie Fitzgerald, Glenn Hart, Ricky Schnepf, Lindley Vaughan, William Irby, Larry Wheeler, Lonnie Ogburn, Curtis Enderud. VALEDICTORIAN, Debbie Carson, pauses dur- ing her speech and casts a reminiscent glance. | NANCY TERWILLIGER, Salutatorian, puts force behind her speech at graduation exercises. “WT FAVYAT « ee ee ee ed Upc TAYLOR PUBLISHING COMPANY “The World’s Best Yearbooks Are Taylor-made” aK , PONE DIU My 2pm er, as ‘4 a ie ASS r Ye AR BOK