Clinton High School - Clintonia Yearbook (Clinton, IL)

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The “Queen's Dance” was started by Toni Thompson and her escort, then followed by the Homecoming Court. The Queen received a heart-shaped locket. The colors were red, orange, yellow and green. The dance was “A Wind of Change.” It was all part of the week which began with female gridders and now' was about to end. The dance. It was a special time—it was a special mood—and there were special people to remember. Scattered autumn leaves surrounded the commons walls. Orange streamers seemed to float in mid air. And the Queen danced. The Court joined the royal couple, then all began to dance. For some, it was their first dance; for some, their last. But for all, it was a special time. “A Wind HOMECOMING DANCE of change” The oand gave everyone a chance to occasionally find their partners. Some simply enjoyed talking to friends during the lengthy breaks the band took. Music for the dance was provided by Blues-Bird, a group originally from Champaign. 11

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Maroons Lose All Three to Morton Potters The Maroons dropped all three homecoming matches to the Morton Potters. In the freshman game the Potters scored four times while the Maroons managed only one touchdown. The only score came on a brilliant 69 yard run by Doug Sturgeon in the second quarter. The freshman game ended in a 28-6 romp. The varsity didn't fair any better in their match with Morton as the team lost 27-7. Clinton’s only spirit came in the fourth quarter when Hick Parker lead the team 50 yards down the field in five plays. John Werts scored the Maroon’s only touchdown. The sophomore team came close to giving Clintonites one victory during homecoming. The Maroons lost 28-24 in a game that saw Clinton fight hack but come up short in one of the finest offensive games played by the sophomores all year. Tim Green lead the attack with 108 yards passing in the game while Jeff Bruner and Doug Sturgeon each had 77 yards rushing. The award winning “M Squad” paced the parade around the town square- pin’ girls displayed their new name to the public for the first time during Week. The Maroon Marching Band created the mood for the Homecoming Parade as they played the school fight song as they marched. Varsity footballers got a free ride in the traditional way. The red fire truck gave a colorful backdrop to the maroon and gold worn by the gridders. 10

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