Caruthersville High School - Cotton Blossom Yearbook (Caruthersville, MO)

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C.H.S. BURSTS WITH Enthusiasm and school spirit echoed from the halls of CHS on Monday of Homecoming Week. Competition among the various classes and clubs resulted in numerous posters and banners aligning the walls. Friday approaches all too slowly, accompanied by an eager student body that awaited the festivities of the Homecoming assembly. The old gym was converted into a decorative court for the Homecoming candidates and their escorts. The day was highlighted by a spirited car parade down Ward Avenue. At the game that night, the Tigers faced the East Prairie Eagles on the field of honor. Juniors were given the award for the best poster and banner. The entire sophomore class was recognized as the most school spirited. Then, with a touchdown of royal splendor, Miss Maureen Murphy was crowned the 1969 Homecoming Queen. As the last of the cheers and applause faded away, the week drew to a close, leaving a very proud student body at CHS. 24 Coach Belcher speaks at the Homecoming assembly. The junior class banner received first place in the class competition.

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Players Larry, Quinn, Keller, C. Larry, Hughes and Brodie tackle a Hayti Indian in middle of the game. WITH RALLIED STRENGTH Delta Charger Steve Lair prevents Pat Shepard Another Delta Charger grapples with Calvin Larry in the play, from making a touchdown.

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SPIRIT AT HOMECOMING The Homecoming Court: Nancy Long, Diane Dorroh, Beth Samford, Maureen Murphy, and Kaye Coppage. Escorts are Reb Hughes, Pierce Hinchey, Kenny DeHoff, Pat Shepard, and Ronnie Randolph. Pat Shepard observes Jeanne Alexander as she prepares a Homecoming poster. Mrs. DeReign and Jann Hardesty check over a as Eddie Nelson looks on.