Cove High School - Leopard Yearbook (Cove, OR)

Text from Pages 1 - 72 of the 1970 volume:

1970 Leopard Editor Joyce N. and Assistant Editor Joyce C. present pins and cards to the Annual Staff. I would like to thank the 1969-70 Annual Staff. The cooperation with Mrs. Droschkey, Joyce, and myself was excellent. We appreciate all of the help, without which we would never have finished. ADVISOR: Mrs. Droschkey ASST. EDITOR: Joyce Comstock BUSINESS MANAGER: Debra Needham PHOTOGRAPHERS: Craig Botham Joe Garofoli Gary Needham EDITOR: Joyce Needham Table of Contents ADMINISTRATION.......................................................... 3 FACULTY................................................................. 5 SENIORS.................................................................10 UNDERCLASSMEN.......................................................... 15 ORGANIZATIONS.......................................................... 19 SPORTS................................................................. 27 ACTIVITIES..............................................................37 SNAPSHOTS...............................................................51 2 ADMINISTRATION Board of Directors Lester Robinson, Arlen Tally, Jerry Brown, Mr. Ginther, Betty Puckett, Robert Becker, Clerk— Clifford Towle not pictured. John Ginther, Superintendent Betty Puckett, Chairman 4 sponsored by M. J. GOSS MOTOR COMPANY FACULTY MR. JOHN GINTHER Superintendent Bachelor of Science in Education Master of Science in Education Southern Oregon College MRS. DEANNA BRICKMAN English I, n, m, IV Journalism-Speech Developmental Reading Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education Eastern Oregon College MR. DON JOHNSON Geography World History U. S. History Modern Problems Psychology Counseling Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education Eastern Oregon College sponsored by GRAHAM DRUG and LA GRANDE FIRST NATIONAL BANK 6 MR. CLIFFORD TOWLE Geometry Algebra II Physics Mechanical Drawing General Science Senior Math Senior Analysis Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Oregon State University MRS. SHIRLEY DROSCHKEY Typing I, II Business Law Office Machines Office Practice Shorthand I, 13 Bookkeeping I, II Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Oregon State University MR. DUANE TYLER Biology I, II Algebra I Boys' P.E. Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education Eastern Oregon College 7 sponsored BY COURTRIGHT IRRIGATION INC MR. MELVIN LONG MRS. BETTY ANDERSON Home Economics I, II Library Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Eastern Oregon College Arts and Crafts Driver's Education Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Pacific University 8 MRS. REIBA SMITH Spanish Girls' P.E. Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Eastern Oregon College MR. ROBERT FRENCH Guidance Counselor Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education East Stroudsburg State College Master in Secondary Education Cornell University Master of Education in Guidance and Counseling sponsored by BAUM INSURANCE AGENCY University of North Dakota Helpers Cook: Mrs. Bates Cook: Mrs. Born Custodian: Mr. Woods Bus Driver: Mr. Thew Bus Driver: Mr. Goodson 9 SENIORS CRAIG ALAN BOTHAM Basketball: 1,2,3,4; Football: 3,4; Track: 3,4; Class Pres. 1; Letter- man: 2,3,4; Annual Photographer 2,3,4; Play: 2,3,4; Honor Society: 3,4; Student-body V. Pres. 3; Student-body Pres. 4; Class Sec. 4; Prom Prince:4; Best Actor: 4; Best Supporting Actor: 4; Business Award: 4; Outstanding Basketball Player: 4. DEBRA SUE BROWN Volleyball: 1,2,3,; Track: 1; Cheerleader: 1,3,4; Honor Society: 3,4; G.A.A. 1,2,3; Homecoming Princess 1; Paper Staff: 2,3,4; Annual Staff: 4; Play: 3,4; Class Pres. 3; Class V. Pres: 2; Class Rep.: 4; May Queen: 4. JOSEPH MARTIN GAROFOLI KATHY DIANE HAAS Transfer from Baker: 4; Homecoming Princess: 4; Prom Princess: 4; May Day Court: 4. Football: 2,3,4; Basketball: 2,3,4; Track: 3,4; Letterman: 2,3,4; Annual Staff: 2,3,4; Play: 3,4; Class Pres. 4; Sweetheart's Ball Prince: 2; Football Award: 3; Letterman's Pres.: 4; Photographer: 3,4; Outstanding Football Player: 3,4. 12 RICHARD ALAN MUSICK Football: 1,2; Track: 1; Letterman: 1,2,3; Play: 3; Student Court Judge: 3; Prom King: 4. JOYCE KAY NEEDHAM Volleyball manager 4; G.A. A. 1,2,3; Paper Staff: 1; Annual Staff: 2,3,4; Annual Editor: 4; Chorus: 1,2,3,4; Pep Club: 2,3; Carnival Princess 3; Asst. Annual Editor 3; G.O. Pres.: 4; Prom Queen: 4; May Day Court: 4; Best Supporting Actress 4. 13 PATTY JO PRATT Class Motto: Grant us the serenity to accept the things we can not change; the courage to change the things we can; and the wisdom to know the difference. Class Colors: Peppermint Green and Canary Yellow Class Flower: Carnation UNDERCLASSMEN Juniors Todd Ainsworth Clay Briggs Kathy Cash Joyce Comstock Bev Daniels Carol Davis Guy Fine Roger Haefer Becky MacDonald Shelia McCann Christine Michael Frances Noble Lori Payne Nancy Redwine Sherrie Sharp Bruce Towle Not Pictured: Joy Zemke 16 sponsored BV EASTERN OREGON REVIEW and BOB’S O.K. TIRE SERVICE Sophomores Advisor Mr. Tyler Pres. Judy Divine Vice Pres. Kathy Bates Sec. Geni Evans Class Rep. Judy Puckett Roger Anderson Ken Briggs Mike Brown Carole Ferguson Julie Hallgarth Bill Hamilton Carol Kitchen David Lewis Sharon McQuisten Jane MacDonald Debra Needham Karen Noble Jeff Puckett Brenda Richardson Marian Robinson Rick Robinson Paul Scott Jim Short Laurie Smith Debbie Wells Not Pictured: Cathy Searle Debbie Bowles 17 Freshmen Class Advisor Mrs. Brickman Larry Anderson President Gary Gekeler Vice President Dan Fine Boone Childers Bob Fields Secretary Jo Ann Alwine Representative Gary Needham Rose Ann Goodman Linda Johnson Elizabeth Konoke Lewis Michael Alvin Rustin Brenda Sheldon Margie Singleterry Not Pictured: Lloyd Eslinger Emery Millman Jack Dalton Paula Payne Donna Stitzel Gail Tally Gary Towle Teri Townsend 18 sponsored BY DANIELS VALLEY CHAPEL and LA GRANDE FILTER QUEEN ORGANIZATIONS Annual Staff BACK ROW: B. Richardson, J. Siort, P. Tally, L. Payne, D. Brown, G. Fine, Mrs. Droschkey, C. Michael, C. Davis, F. Noble, M. Robinson, T. Anderson, L. Johnson. FRONT ROW: C. Botham, J. Puckett, D. Needham, J. Needham, J. Comstock, J. Garofoli, G. Needham. I while laying out the annual. EDITOR: JOYCE NEEDHAM is happy with the way the annual has turned out. We hope you are too. 20 sponsored by MELVILLES GIFT SHOP and McCULLOCH SALES and SERVICE Paper Staff BACK ROW: J. Puckett, G. Tally, C. Briggs, Mrs. Brickman. B. Towle, K. Andrew, B. Richardson FRONT ROW: T. Ainsworth, D. Brown, K. Cash, P. Tally, F. Noble, J. Comstock, M. Robinson, G. Evans. Editor Peggy Tally, seated, and Assistant Editor, Frances Noble, pause while preparing the paper. sponsored BY CITY FINANCE COMPANY and THE CORNER CAFE Student Council BACK ROW: G. Needham, L. Payne, J. Gray, D. Brown, J. Garofoli, D. Wells, J. Puckett, Mr. Ginther. FRONT ROW: P. Tally, T. Ainsworth C. Botham, K. Andrew, J. Needham. Vice President Todd Ainsworth President Craig Botham Secretary Kim Andrew 22 sponsored by HAND FORD SALES and HYDES FOODLAND Letterman’s Club TOP ROW: G. Fine, K. Briggs, B. Towle, D. Lewis, R. Robinson, C. Briggs, J. Short, G. Gekeler, J. Puckett, L. Anderson, Mr. Tyler. KNEELING: B. Gekeler, C. Botham, J. Garofoli, T. Anderson, J. Gray. Pres. Joe Garofoli V. P. Jim Gray Sec. Rick Robinson 'The Lettermen earned $150.00 this year by selling tickets for a turkey raffle and by having a car wash. The money was used to pay for the foam rubber in the pole vault and high jump pit. The Lettermen did an outstanding job this year as everyone participated in every activity. sponsored BY KIETH O'BRIEN AND LA GRANDE LIVESTOCK COMMISSION Girls’ Organization BACK ROW: C. Michael, G. Tally, B. MacDonald, F. Noble, J. Divine. FOURTH ROW: G. Evans, J. Puckett, K. Cash, L. Johnson. THIRD ROW: B. Richardson, L. Payne, M. Robinson. SECOND ROW: K. Andrew, J. Hallgarth. FIRST ROW: D. Needham, J. Comstock. STANDING: President, J. Needham, Advisor, Mrs. Smith. GIRLS' ORGANIZATION is a new organization in Cove High this year. It has sponsored many new activities this year, such as the Girl of the Month, Powder Puff Football, dances, and other functions supported by the entire Student Body. BACK ROW: Sec. D. Needham, Pres. J. Needham. FRONT ROW: Advisor Mrs. Smith, V. Pres. J. Comstock. 24 sponsored ev LA GRANDE LUMBER COMPANY Pep Club TOP ROW: Julie Hallgarth, Kim Andrews, Peggy Tally, Judy Divine, Jane MacDonald, Debra Needham. MIDDLE ROW: Gail Tally, Brenda Richardson, Marian Robinson, Geni Evans, Becky MacDonald. BOTTOM ROW: Debbie Brown, Judy Puckett, Kathy Cash, Lori Payne. ADVISOR: Mrs. Smith. 25 sponsored BY IVAN'S FOOD STORE and UNION FIRST NATIONAL BANK Honor Society BACK ROW: K. Briggs, B. Towle, P. Tally, R. Robinson, B. Gekeler, C. Briggs. FRONT ROW: Mr. Towle (Advisor), C. Botham (President), D. Brown (Secretary), T. Ainsworth (Vice Pres.) Proviso nary members for 1970, R. Robinson and K. Briggs, were nominated at Spring Assembly. 26 sponsored BY MOON’S LA GRANDE DRUG and LA GRANDE QUICK PRINT SPORTS Football BACK ROW: Coach Tyler, L. Anderson, R. Anderson, T. Anderson, B. Hamilton, R. Robinson, J. Gray, B. Towle, G. Fine, A. Rustin, Asst. Coach Garrison. SECOND ROW: L. Michael, B. Fields, B. Childers, B. Gekeler, E. Millman, C. Briggs, K. Briggs, J. Short, D. Fine. FRONT ROW: J. Puckett, J. Garofoli, C. Botham, G. Gekeler, G. Towle, G. Needham. Hurry Rick the gang is here. Guy and Larry come to help Terry and Joe on the ground. Cove's ball on the 32 yard line. 28 sponsored BY BIRNIES JEWELRY and CHERRY'S FLORIST Basketball VARSITY BACK ROW: T. Anderson, C. Botham, T. Ainsworth, R. Robinson, M. Brown. SECOND ROW: Coach Tyler, C. Briggs, B. Towle, K. Briggs, G. Fine, B. Gekeler. FIRST ROW: R. Anderson, I. Ander- son, J. Garofoli. JUNIOR VARSITY BACK ROW: K. Briggs, B. Childers, J. Dalton, E. Mill man, G. Fine. SECOND ROW: Coach Long, B. Fields, D. Fine, J. Puckett, J. Short. FIRST ROW: L. Anderson, L. Michael, G. Needham, G. Towle. 29 sponsored BY ANN JOHNSON'S and BENNETT'S STUDIO Senior Players Craig Botham, played end on the football team, was a forward in basketball, and ran the 880 in track. Craig was named player of the year in Basketball. Joe Garofoli, played halfback on the football team, was a guard on the basketball team, and ran the 220 in track. Joe was named player of the year in Football. 30 SPONSORED BY H AND H SUPPLY Basketball Snaps Coach Mel Long tells his team the object of the GAME is to put the ball through the hoop? Craig takes a foul shot. sponsored BY PIONEER FLOURING MILL CO. and REYNOLD'S INSURANCE AGENCY Boys’ Track BACK ROW: Coach Tyler, C. Briggs, B. Fields, M. Brown, B. Hamilton, R. Robinson, K. Briggs, E. Mill man, J. Dalton. FIRST ROW: G. Fine, J. Short, L. Michael, G. Towle, L. Anderson, G. Needham, J. Puckett, D. Fine, B. Childers. KNEELING: C. Botham, J. Garofoli. Cove High had a good turn out for Boys Track this year. The boys participated in many local and district meets. We are proud of our boys, as many of them placed in the finals at numerous meets. Kenny runs the 2-mile, just for practice! Our Man at State. Rick Robinson. 32 sponsored by GLASS DRUGS INC. and RIVER PRODUCTS Girls’ Track This was the first year for Girls Track at Cove High. The girls worked hard and participated in several meets. Next year we hope to have an even larger and better Girls Track Team. J. Puckett, L. Smith, B. Daniels, M. Singleterry, G. Tally. Judy manages hurdles. 33 sponsored BY STANDARD OFFICE EQUIPMENT and TOP NOTCH CAFE Volleyball BACK ROW: Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Smith, K. Cash, M. Robinson, J. Puckett, C. Michael. FRONT ROW: P. Tally, I. Payne, B. MacDonald, B. Richardson. One of the main aims in sports is to promote a feeling of team participation and good sportsman- ship. As the A team won only two of their games, and the B team lost only two; the girls finished the season with mixed emotions. Both teams played every game with enthusiasm and good sports- manship, whether they won or lost. sponsored by COVE SPORTSMAN CLUB BACK ROW: Mrs. Smith, J. Alwine, G. Evans, F. Noble, C. Michael. FRONT ROW: G. Tally, D. Stitzel, J. Comstock, D. Wells. Not pictured: J. Needham, K. Noble, B. Sheldon. 34 Varsity Cheerleaders Lori Payne Debbie Brown V-for Victory! Kathy Cash Judy Puckett Charge!!! Go, Fight, Win!!!! sponsored BY THE UNION REPUBLIC and TROTTER’S MEN'S WEAR J. V. Cheerleaders Brenda Richardson Geni Evans Marian Robinson AH Beep Beep!! 36 sponsored BY UNION DRUG COMPANY and UNION CHEVRON SERVICE ACTIVITIES Class Another exciting day in Science I Come on chorus it just has to sound better than that!!! sponsored BY UNION COUNTY GRAIN GROWERS and VOELKER'S CABINET SHOP Activities Psychology class trying to get out of work. . . as usual. Student Body gathers for another one of those high spirited assemblies. Typing 1 means work for the sophomores, or is it Mrs. D. ? Mr. Long, you are never going to be able to make artists out of these kids. sponsored BY UNION FLOURING MILL and WILKIN'S INSURANCE Initiation When I was a Freshman: L. Anderson, T. Townsend, D. Stitzel, B. Sheldon, G. Gekeler, G. Towle, B. Childers, and E. Mill man. All set: G. Needham, B. Fields, L. Michael wins with E. Millman. G. Tally, and J. Alwine. 40 sponsored BY RONDE VALLEY LUMBER and PHILLIPS 66 Carnival Princess Wendy Cunningham Princess Sherry Sharp Princess Judy Puckett Princess Linda Johnson QUEEN JUDY Debbie enjoys Mr. Johnson's shower. Marian catches the Leopard. 41 sponsored BY WILLIAMSON INSURANCE and UNION SHOPPING CENTER Homecoming THE HOMECOMING COURT Princess M. Singleterry, Escort G. Gekeler, Princess M. Robinson, Escort R. Anderson, Princess K. Haas, Escort J. Gray, Queen K. Andrew, Escort J. Garofoli. Spectators enjoy watching the festivities. Homecoming Queen Kim Andrew COBWEBS AND STRINGS 42 sponsored BY OUTDOOR SUPPLY and PALMER PRINTING COMPANY Sadie Hawkins Swing it Margie and Donna. Dan joins Richard and Kathy in holy wedlock. R. Robinson, Little Abner; K. Cash, Daisy May; J. Puckett, Mammy Yokum; and J. Garofoli, Pappy Yokum. 43 sponsored BY BOISE CASCADE TIMBER PRODUCTS Senior Play Cast of REST ASSURED includes, BACK ROW, STANDING: T. Ainsworth, B. Gekeler, Mrs. Brickman, C. Briggs, J. Garofoli, J. Gray, C. Botham, R. Anderson, T. Anderson, J. Short, G. Fine, D. Brown. SEATED: K. Cash, K. Andrew, C. Michael, J. Needham, J. Comstock, L. Payne, P. Tally, B. Towle. Just a little family get together, and then pow. Mrs. Schmaltz, and Mr. Morlock look on as Lucifer gets a call from down below. sponsored BY U. S. NATIONAL BANK OF OREGON Junior Play LEFT TO RIGHT: Guy Fine, Debbie Brown, Bruce Gekeler, Kathy Cash, Bruce Towle, Terry Anderson, Gail Tally, Peggy Tally, Christine Michael, Mrs. Brickman, Judy Puckett, Clay Briggs, Joe Garofoli, Todd Ainsworth, Geni Evans, Jim Short, Lori Payne, Kim Andrew. Smile, Chris! Night of January 16 FASTER, Judy, FASTER! Craig Explains. sponsored by DEMPSEY'S FUNERAL CHAPEL Awards Day Mrs. Droschkey presents Craig Botham with an award for his outstanding merit in Business. Outstanding Athletes Joe G., Craig B. , and Rick R. receive recognition from Mr. Tyler. sponsored BY LA GRANDE ROBO WASH and LAWRENCE'S JEWELRY Elections K. Andrew, J. Short, B. Towle are Cove High School's new student body officers. Pres. Vice Pres. Sec. Asst. Annual Asst. Paper Bruce Towle Jim Short Kim Andrew Debra Needham Karen Noble Bruce gives his winning speech. Political speeches were given by Judy Divine. Debra gives speech for Asst. Annual Editor. sponsored BV HALLMARK FURNITURE CO. and HALL'S TYPEWRITER SERVICE Junior-Senior Prom Prince: Craig Botham Princess: Kathy Haas Pres, of Jr. Class: Jim Gray Queen: Joyce Needham King: Richard Musick Coronation Dance was enjoyed by the royalty. The Banquet was held a few hours before the Prom. The Junior, Seniors, and the faculty ate a gracious meal of ham and other tasty foods. Bruce Towle gave the invocation. Junior class president, Jim Gray, gave the welcome, and then Joe Garofoli, Senior class president, gave the response. Mr. Ginther, said a few words of reminisce. The Prom and Banquet was enjoyed by all who attended. Our Band the CONCRETE FLOWER! sponsored BY EASTERN OREGON SUPPLY CO May Day Queen Debra Brown is escorted by Craig Botham SEATED: Patty Pratt, Joyce Needham, The court looks on as the Queen is Queen Debra Brown, and Kathy Haas. crowned. 49 sponsored BY COVE DRIVE-IN AND BERNHARDT'S SHOE REPAIR Graduation Honor Student, Debra, gives her speech. Kathy walks away with her diploma. SENIORS—BACK ROW: J. Garofoli, C. Botham, R. Musick, D. Brown. FRONT ROW: J. Needham, P. Pratt, W. Cunningham, K. Haas. Dr. John Jambura addresses the audience at the ceremony. Richard smiles after looking Joyce receives a scholarship, at the names. sponsored BY PIONEER FEDERAL SAVINGS and LOAN ASSN, and RALPH TAYLOR DISTRIBUTOR SNAPSHOTS Snaps Pep Assemblies at Cove WE'VE GOT SPIRIT Mr. and Mrs. Garrison really enjoy chaperoning dances. Joyce Needham and Joyce Comstock caught sneaking in the back way. Jim Gray as seen through the eyes of Mrs. Droschkey. Mrs. Droschkey doesn’t like the call. Mr. Tyler must be telling Mrs. Brickman a joke. sponsored by BASCHE SAGE 52 Good old Tom just didn't make it by the Biology II class one morning. Craig, my bicycle is prettier than yours Clay. It was this BIG and it scared us too. Rick is the fastest kid on a tricycle. 53 sponsored bv THE HUT and THE VILLAGE SHOP Laughs Don't smile, Craig. The Kid Todd Ainsworth Don't worry Rick, it's only fun! Becky went South, but came back. Huba Huba.. Patty receives her diploma from Mrs. Puckett. Mike has the fastest foot work on the team. sponsored by GATEWAY AUTO COMPANY and H. ano H. MEAT COMPANY Sp on sors Boone Childers Mr. Long A ano W DRIVE IN BILL'S TRAILER SERVICE ANDERSON'S SHOE and LEATHER GOODS ANSON'S SKI SHOP and DOT'S IMPORTED SKI TOGS BABE'S BEAUTY SHOP BERTHA S ALTERATIONS and CORSET SHOP BOHNENKAMP'S CO. CRAIGS NU-WAY CLEANERS CUPBOARD CAFE HERMAN'S TAVERN HOUGHT'S TWENTY-FOUR FLAVORS HUB CITY KNOTTY PINE CAFE MODE O' DAY MONTGOMERY WARD ODORLESS DRY CLEANERS RADIO and MUSIC SUPPLY RED CROSS DRUG ROLAND GORHAM SAMMY'S PIZZA TOP SHOP SHOES TOP SHOP INC. UNION BARBER SHOP UNION MOBIL SERVICE WESTERN AUTO BRONSON'S LUMBER COMPANY Basketball Toss Up J. Comstock, L. Anderson, J. Needham, J. Dalton, and D. Needham enjoyed the play very much. 55