Churchland High School - Trucker Yearbook (Portsmouth, VA)

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Strawberry Fields Forever.” The wilds of Craney Island appear more unique when pictured with a special filter. A silver lining. Clouds are not unwelcome in an area often plagued by water shortages. Starbright. Even a cloudy sunset can paint a beautiful picture. A view from the West Norfolk Bridge. The eight hundred foot boat pier built by Charles Bartlett is part of a marina projected for completion by the summer of 1983. Photos courtesy of Jerry Butler. COMMUNITY 9

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Double vision. Fishing at Craney Island is a favorite summer activity. te The sun’s rays glimmered on the calm Elizabeth River which streamed through the Churchland area to the Chesapeake Bay. Already blessed by the natural beauty of an area sur- rounded by water, Churchland was also enhanced by crepe myrtles, azaleas, camellias, and a host of other flowering shrubs and trees. Many residents enjoyed an afternoon spent by the water in the spring as the tulips blossomed, and in the autumn as the trees turned golden. Cool breezes wafted from the water to the screened-in porches of the homes in Sterling Point and Hatton Point which dotted the river. Moon- light and man-made light threw golden pathways across the dark waters and attracted the more romantic of the Churchland residents. Late night lights. Virginia Chemicals illuminates West Norfolk. 8 COMMUNITY

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A LOOK INSIDE Churchland was once, believe it or not, a vast area of farmland owned by Mr. A.B. Greene. He was a prosperous man, who planted many crops. Numerous trucks rolled in and out of this area carrying his corn and soybeans. Of course, as time went by, the small town grew. The Churchland community developed a wide spectrum of interests. Churches of many denominations were built and were regularly attended. In fact the name ‘“‘Churchland” devel- oped because of the abundance of churches in the community. Because of the unity of the churches in the area, the residents became committed to the development of a high stand- ard of living. Always a family- cmon ess sya COTE CHRRCH oriented community, little league ; : eee! ree 945 AM] football, baseball, and basketball : é ; oe ot SUNDAY WORSHIP 630 1100 1H sporting activities were held annu- a oceans we oe ally. This year the Palimino Base- ball team, which is made up of Churchland youths ages sixteen to eighteen, won the District Title and advanced to the playoffs which were held in Mansfield, Ohio. For the residents who appreciated beauty, Coleman’s Nursery was a pop- ular place for taking a leisurely stroll while viewing the beautiful plants and flowers. During Christ- mas Coleman’s was the most popular family-gathering place. Beautiful displays, including the Christmas circus and the Winter Wonderland, were offered at no cost for public viewing. The community spirit, which was probably most visible at Christmas contributed to the quality of Church- land living. Houses of worship. Centenary United Methodist Church and St. Christopher’s Episcopal church represent two of the many churches that gave ‘“Churchland” its name. 10 COMMUNITY