Cradock High School - Admiral Yearbook (Portsmouth, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 190 of the 1957 volume:

ISII ' e seniors lead the cheers for f As a new surges forth... ADMIRAL CRADOCK ALMA MATER We raise our voices riow to greet thee. Our school, our Cradock High Many thoughts are ever wfth thee To remain and never die. Days of value always linger In memories long gone hy Our love for you grows ever deeper As we strive for goals so high. Once again we stop to greet thee March Onward, Cradock High! It is to you we give the glory Of all the things we try. We count it gain that we have known thee And as the years go by Your spirit will remain within us. Our unconquered Cradock High. CRADOCK HIGH SCHOOL Portsmouth Virginia PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY PORTSMOUTH, VIRGIN ' DEDICATION Proudly, we the seniors of “57” honor our parents. Our parents are the people who have shared our heart- aches with sympathy and shared our happiness with joy. They have cared for us in sickness and in health. They have understood our problems and troubles and have encouraged, taught, influenced and loved us; but most of all they have given us their friendship. The road to graduation was long and steep, but with the guidance of our parents we have conquered it. We have chosen at random a family in our community to portray the unity of family life and the influence it has on our school years. So, it is with great -pleasure and gratitude that we, the graduating class of “57” dedicate “THE ADMIRAL” to our parents. O -; ' ! We sing their praises 6 Dedicated to OUR PARENTS Cradock, this FOREWORD: Cradock this year and always! This year, ’56 and ’57, and its memories are precious to us in our hearts and in our minds. ' The staff of the 1957 Admiral hopes to cap- ture some of the spirit and love that prevailed this year. We feel that it is only fitting to use as the theme of this yearbook, “school spirit” —the undefinable— spirit that makes us yell at games, the spirit that makes our hearts heavy as we sing the Alma Mater, the spirit that pervades our clubs, our programs. We wear with pride the colors of our school. maroon and gold. On the following pages we give you pic- tures to capture the spirit and words to tell you the stories of why it is “Cradock this year and always.” NOVEI JUNE Adiniiiistratioii Our faculty is responsible for blending the tra- ditional Cradock spirit with all that is newly proved educationally sound. Pages 12-25 Classes Sports Through Cradock’s sports the new spirit of Cra- dock has its loudest and most obvious expression. Pages 88-107 The Class of 1957 has preserved the traditional spirit arid can vouch for its being blended with the new to become a heritage for the future classes of Cradock High Sphool. Pages 26-87 ' Orjiaiiizations Features The clubs and activitie - i radock are a more subtle way in whicl 4!;ie$ spirit of Cradock permeat evenjyh« f the students’ lives. The featu re th_e -colorfid aspects blending with the new. Pages 148-158 Advertisers The advertisers are well aware of the importance of the new high school and the role it plays in the historical growth of Cradock. Pages 159-184 Board of Education SCHOOL BOARD Left to right: C. E. Russell, Vice Chairman; H. C. 1 ton, Assistant Superintendent; H. A. Hall, Jr.; E. Chittum, Superintendent; S. Sawyer, Clerk; B. Williams, Chairmfin of the Board; M. E. Alford, Direc- tor of Instruction; H. C. Barnes, Assistant Superin- tendent; A. E. Roach. 2 MR. WAYNE A. HOGAN Assistant Principal Mercer University, Georgia Business College University of Georgia, B.A. MR. VERNON BARNES Assistant Principal University of Chattanooga, King College, B.A. George Peabody College for Teachers, M.A. MR. LeROY rose Guidance Director Senior Guidance University of Virginia A.B. and M.Ed. Gnujdmc MR. WILLIAM SINDLINGER Sophomore and Junior Guidance MISS CORA MAE FITZGERALD Freshmen Guidance MRS. PATRICIA METZLER Business Guidance 17 Mrs. Betty H. Yarborough Duke University, B.A. William 6- Mary, M.A. English, Head of English Department Mr. Walter D. Graham Elon College, A.B. English, Belles Lettres Club, Log Miss Phoebe E. Weaver G rge Washington University, A.B. English, Director of Attendance Varsity Cheerleaders, National Honor Society Miss Cora Mae Fitzgerald Madison College, B.S. English, Dramatics Club, Forensics Miss Ruth Credle Salem College, A.B. English and Journalism, Shipmate Mrs. Elizabeth J. Bruce Randolph-Macon Womens College B.A. Latin, French, Lambda Tri-Hi-Y French Club Mrs. Janet G. Edrington Mary Washington College, B.A. English Mr. Henry M. Carter, Jr. Randolph-Macon, B.A., M.A. English, Debate Mrs. Marjorie Y. Weaver Mary Washington College, B.S. Librarian, Library Club Miss Evelyn Byrd College of William ir Mary, B.A. World History, American Government Senior Class Advisor, Yearbook Advisor, Head of Social Studies Depart. Mr. Larry Weldon Presbyterian College, B.A. Civics, Head Coach, Monogram Club Miss Elizabeth West Longwood College, A.B. American History, Civics, Geography Leadership Training, S.C.A. Mr. William Sindlinger Randolph-Macon College, A.B. Dramatics and Government Admirals Hi-Y, Junior Class National Thespian Society Mrs. Jayne C. Wilkinson Du ke University, A.B. University of Richmond, M.A. Carver School of Missions, M.R.E. Geography, Civics, American History, Gamma Tri-Hi-Y 19 Future Einsteins Mr. Walter L. Cox, Jr. East Carolina College, B.S. Industrial Arts Grease Monkeys Mr. Frank C. Adams East Carolina College, B.S. Industrial Arts Airplane Club Mr. Vernon Tyson East Carolina College, B.S. Civics, Mechanical Drawing Freshman Class, Photography Club Mrs. Phoebe M. Richardson Randolph-Macon Womens College BA. ■ Mathematics Head of Math Department Mr. William E. Sease Appalachian State Teachers College B.S. Diversified Occupations, D.O. Club Mr. A. B. Niemeyer Virginia Military Institute, B.S. Science, Biology, Physics, Science Club, Head of Science Department Mr. Johnny L. Locklear Pembroke State Teachers College B.S. Science Mrs. Gail Mullen East Carolina College Mathematics Mr. Alan Mandell Holy Cross College, B.S. Science, Chemistry, Science Club Junior Class Miss Mary A. Gallagher College of William ir Mary, A.B. Mathematics Mr. Oral E. Ware Fairmont State Teachers College B.S., A.B. Distributive Education, D.E. Club Mrs. Jeraldine Jackson East Carolina College, B.S., M.A. Mathematics Mrs. Patricia B. Metzler Mary Washington College, B.S. M. Ed., William ir Mary Business Education Mrs. Audrey H. Pannell Madison College, B.S. Business Education Miss Norma Jean Waddle Radford College, B.S. Home Economics, Future Homemakers of America Mr. Noble L. Moore Virginia Polytechnic Institute, M. Ed. Business Education, Co-sponsor of F.B.L.A., Head of Business Department Mrs. Carolyn Allen Mississippi State College, B.S. Typing, General Business Kappa Tri-Hi-Y Mr. Leslie D. Bell Lynchburg College, B.S. University of Pittsburgh, M. Ed. Driver Education Miss Emeline Marlowe Madison College, B.S. Typing, General Business, F.B.L.A. Miss Barbara West East Carolina College, B.S. Home Economics Mrs. Gloria P. Gowings Madison College, B.A. Art, Art Club Mr. William O. Linzey Syracuse University, B.M. ir Ed. Band Miss Joyce Clingenpeel Longwood College, B.A. Music, Admirals Tri-Hi-Y Three easy steps for boiling water. Mr. Jack E. Veazie Massachusetts State Teachers College B.S. Physical Education Head of Physical Education Department NIiss Janice O. Cannon East Carolina College, B.S. Health and Phijsical Education G.A.A., Co-sportsor Jay Vee Cheerleaders Mrs. Rhea Carter Madison College, B.S. Science, F.T.A., Beta Tri-Hi-Y Mrs. Shirley O. Brooks Radford College, B.S. Health and Physical Education Freshmen Class, Inter-club Council G.A.A., Jay Vee Cheerleaders Mr. Allen R. Frazee Fairmont State Teachers College West’ Virginia, A.B. Physical Education, Coaching Bad? Mitton! “The government of the people, by the people, and for the people.” Seventy w ' ords a minute and no errors. Draftsmen of tomorrow. ■ If Como could only hear us. Parlez-vous Francais? Lafayette, we are here. This is a basketball, Learning a trade for the future. ) ' So we raise our voices in harmony kf [si k. jIbwI fimaiijj] « ' 26 seniors JUDY CECILIA ALLMAN “Judy” “Patience is the essence of life. Bible Club 3 years; D.O. Club 1 year. CAROLYN ROSE BARNETTE “Carolyn” “She laughed for no reason but fun.” Admirals Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; Kappa Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; Secretary of Kappa 1 year; F.T.A. 2 years; Secretary of F.T.A. 1 year; President of F.T.A. 1 year; Delegate to Model General As- sembly 1 year. GLORIA LEE BASS “Gloria” “A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance.” Library Club 1 year, Treasurer 1 year; Dramatics Club 1 year, Chaplain 1 year; Majorette 3 years; Admirals Tri- Hi-Y 2 years. President 1 year; Mixed Chorus 2 years, President 1 year; Advertising Editor of Annual 1 year; Quill and Scroll. KATHLYN ANITA BELL “Anita” “There is no knowledge that is not power.” F.T.A. 2 years, President 1 year; Lambda Tri-Hi-Y; National Honor Society 2 years; G.A.A. 1 year; Latin Tournament 2 years; Career Day Chairman 1 year. NANCYE JANE BOOTHE “Boots” “It is better to wear out than to rust out.” Sigma Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Belles Lettres Club 3 years, Secretary-Treasurer 1 year; President of Belles Lettres 1 year; The Log staff 3 years. Copy Edi- tor 1 year. Assistant Editor 1 year, Editor-in-Chief 1 year; Debate 1 year; Quill and Scroll 2 years; Fonun Club 1 year; Majorette 2 years. JOYCE ROBERTA BRAGG “Joyce” “I profess not talking; only this . . . let every man do his best.” Bible Club 1 year; F.T.A. 2 years. Secretary 1 year; Band 4 years. Band Staff 1 year. Librarian 2 years; Lambda Tri-Hi-Y 1 year. Parliamen- tarian 1 year. JANET MADELINE BRANCH “Madeline” “Be not angry that you cannot make others as you wish them to be, since you cannot make yourself as you wish to be.” Bible Club 4 years. Quiz Leader of Bible Club 1 year, Secretary 1 year. President 1 year. Nancy, Anita, Carolyn, Gloria, PATRICIA BRINKLEY DOXEY “Pat” “What is the use of worrying? It never was worth while.” F.H.A. Club 3 years. Vice President 1 year. Secretary I year; Dramatics Club 1 year; Majorette in Band 1 year; Member of S.C.A. I year; G.A.A. member 1 year. CONSTANCE WHITE BRYANT “Connie” “The easiest person to deceive is one’s self.” Girl’s Auxiliary I year; Monogram Club 1 year; Thespian Troupe 1 year; D.E. Club I year. Mary, Alma, Betty SHARON CHARLOTTE BROOM “Sharon” “ can resist any thi„g but temptation.” Admirals Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; Kappa Tri- Hi-Y 1 year; G.A.A. 1 year; Office Assistance 1 year. MARY RAE BYRD “Rae” “I wish I knew the good of wishing.” Lambda Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; Basket Ball Team; Gamma Tri-Hi-Y 1 year. ALMA VIRGINIA BROWN “Alma” “Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.” Student Council Secretary 1 year. Rep- resentative 1 year; Kappa Tri-Hi-Y 1 year. President 1 year; National Honor Society 2 years; Best Actress 1956, Supporting Actress 1955; Inter-Club Council 1 year; Thespian Society 3 years. Secretary 2 years; Attended Girls State Eastern District Poetry championship— 1955; Contest Play 2 years. Best Actress of 1 year; Vice President of Jr. Class. BETTY FRANCES LOUISE CAHOON “Betty” “A lie never lives to be old.” Belles Lettres Club 2 years; Science Club 2 years; Drill Team 1 year; An- nual Representative, Junior year; D.O. Club I year. Judy, Joyce, Madeline J SAMUEL H. H. ALLEN, JR. Sam” “But men are men, the best sometimes forget.” Science Club 1 ear, Admirals Hi-Y 3 years; Admirals Hi-Y treasurer 2 years; Shipmate Staff 1 year; Varsity Football 2 years; Varsity Tennis 2 years. DEBRA KAY FRANCIS CROSS “Kay” “Her conversation does not show the minute hand by which she strikes the hour very correctly. Sigma Tri-Hi-Y 3 yrs., Vice-President 1 year; Admirals Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; F.T.A. 1 year; Mixed Chorus 2 years; Girls Chorus 1 year. LINDA LOY CAHOON “Linda” “The person who loves and laughs must sure do well.” F.H.A. Club 2 years, President 1 year; Sigma-Tri-Hi-Y 2 years. Treasurer 1 year; Inter Club Council 1 year; Var- sity Cheerleader 1 year; D.O. Club 1 year. HUGH GORDON AMORY, JR. “Junie” “The lion is not so fierce as they paint him.” Admirals Hi-Y 2 years; Monogram Club 1 year; Varsity Football 4 years; J. ' . Basket Ball 1 year; Track Team 3 years. DAVID THOMAS ALLISON “David” “A word spoken was well spoken. J.V. Basketball 1 year; D.E. Club 2 years; Airplane Club 1 year. ROSELYN JOYCE CULLEN “Rosie” “Fair words never hurt the tongue.” Freshm an-Sophomore Dramatic Club 1 year; Gamma Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; F.B.L.A. Club 2 years. Treasurer I year. Hugh, William, Roselyn, Linda, Sam, David, Jack Clyde, Henry, Deanna, Loretta, Yvonne, Billy, Kenneth RUTH YVONNE CUNNINGHAM “Von “Promise is most given when the least is said.” Admirals Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; Chorus 1 year; Kappa Tri-Hi-Y 2 years, Chap- lain 1 year; Circulation Manager of Annual G.A.A. lyear; Quill and Scroll. WILLIAM THOMAS AYDLETTE “Billy “Life is half spent before we know what it is.” Admirals Hi-Y 3 years, Sergeant at Arms 1 year; J.V. Basketball 1 year. DEANNA PATRICIA DECKER “Deanna “To be happy, gay, and ready for fun maketh this persons personality.” Sigma Tri-Hi-Y I year; Kappa Tri-Hi- Y 3 years; J.V. Cheerleader 1 year; Varsity Cheerleader 2 years; Co-Cap- tain 1 year; National Honor Society 2 years. President 1 year; F.T.A. 1 year; Student Council 3 years; Annual Staff Circulation Manager 1 year; Inter-Club Council 1 year; Homecom- ing Co-Chairman; Quill and Scroll. KENNETH M. BASS “Kenneth “Laugh and be well.” Band 4 years; Drum Major 1 year; Dance Band Club President 1 year; Band Sta£F. LORETTA ANN DICKENS “Teddy” “A high hope for a low heaven! God grant us patience!” F.H.A. Club 1 year; Belief Lettres Club 2 years; Dramatics Club 1 year. CLYDE WYLD BEASLEY, JR. “Little Man” “Enough’s as good as a feast.” Science Club 4 years. Treasurer- 2 years, President 1 year; Rifle Club 2 years. Treasurer 1 year. President 1 year; F.T.A. 1 year; Wrestling Team 2 years. CHRISTINE EWINS DICKEY “Chris” “A newcomer who soon became an old friend. Hockey 2 years; Basketball 2 years; F.H.A. Club 1 year (transferred); Kappa Tri-Hi-Y 1 year. ROBERT LEWIS BICKLEY “Keep a good tongue in your head. Science Club 1 year; Admirals Hi-Y 1 year. MARY LOUISE DILL “Every misfortune is to be subdued by patience. Admirals Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; F.T.A. 2 years; Lambda Tri-Hi-Y 1 year. BILL L. BOGGS “Big Bill” “It is a world to see. Photography Club 1 year; Science Club 1 year. EMMA JEAN DORN “Jean” “And I feel that I am happier than I know! Beta Tri-Hi-Y 2 years. Reporter 1 year; Sigma Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Admirals Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Reporter for Ship- mate Staff 1 year. MARVIN LEE BOWMAN “Marvin” “He’s a dear (ind true industrious friend. President of Student Council and Stu- dent Bo dy; Member of National Honor Society 2 years; Freshman-Sophomore Dramatics Club 1 year; Dramatics Club 3 years, Vice President Vi year, President 2 year; National Thespian Society, 3 years. President 1 year; Best Actor Award Winner; Best Sup- porting Actor; Attended Boy’s State. Charles, Pat, Betty, Betty, John Mary, Billy, Marvin, Robert, Emma Jean, Shelvy DUNCAN K. BUCHANAN “Buck” “To have seen, what I have seen. Pour years Varsity Football; D.O. Club 2 years; Traclc Team 2 years. BETTIE JEAN EDDINS “Betty” “Other hope had she none, nor wish in life, but to follow. Assistant Librarian of Mixed Chorus, Librarian of Mixed Chorus; Member of Bible Club 3 years; Song Leader of Bible Club; Member of D.E. Club 2 years. BETTY JOYCE EARLY “Joycee” “On the sta e she’s natural, simple and effective. ’ Literary Club 1 year; Dramatics Club 3 years; President of Thespian So- ciety; Secretary of Inter-Club Council. JOHN RICHARD BUGG “Insect” “Tomorrow is another day. Scorekeeper for Baseball 2 years; Var- sity Mgr. 1 year; Traffic Committee. CHARLES RAY BUCK “Charlie” “Brevity is the soul of wit. Band 4 years; Photography Club 3 years; Admirals Hi-Y 1 year. PATRICIA ANN EDWARDS “Pat” “An ounce of wit is worth a pound of sorrow. Drama Club 4 years. Vice President 1 year. Treasurer 1 year; Shipmate Staff 3 years. Editor 1 year. Associate Edi- tor 1 year. Reporter 1 year; Quill and Scroll 2 years, Viee President 1 year. President 1 year; Member of Inter- Club Council 1 year. JOHN W. BUTLER, JR. “Johnny” It matters not how a man lives, but how he dies. Secretary of Freshman Class; Manager of Football Team; J.V. Basketball Team 1 year; Commanders Hi-Y 2 years, Secretary 1 year; Admirals Hi-Y 2 years; Tennis Team 2 years; Na- tional Honor Society 1 year; Honor Council L year; Quill and Scroll 1 year; Assistant Editor of Annual 1 year. LILLIAN FRANCES EVERETT “Fran” “A minds conscious of its own resti- tude. Lambda Tri-Hi-Y 1 year. Secretary 1 year; D.E. Club 2 years. SHIRLEY ANN EDWARDS “Shirl” “Said and done. Done as soon as said. Dramatics Club 4 years. President 1 year. Vice President 1 year. Secretary 1 year; Student Council 4 years. Treas- urer 1 year. Vice President 1 year; Inter-Club Council 3 years, President 2 years; Treasurer of Tri-C Federation; Treasurer of Freshman Class; Dele- gate to Youth Forum 2 yedrs; Dele- gate to State S.C.A. 1 year; Chairman of District S.C.A. 1 year; G.A.A. 1 year. KENNETH COMBS “Kenny” “Turn over a new leaf. Captains Hi-Y 1 year; Commanders Hi-Y 2 years. Vice President 1 year; Christophers Hi-Y 1 year. President 1 year; Track Team 1 year. NATHAN GORDON CAPPS “Moo” “Anything for a quiet life. Bible Club 2 years, D.O. Club 1 year. JANIS H. FINK “Red” “A bright smile topped by flaming red hair. Bible Club 1 year; G.A.A. Club 1 year; Science Club 1 year. Johnny, Kenneth, Frances, Duncan, Shirley Alfred, Bernice, Joyce ROBERT LEIGH COPELAND “Rob” “Be useful where thou Uvest.” Christophers Hi-Y 2 years; Science Club 1 year; Golf Team 2 years. seniors ELIZABETH BERNICE FISK “Bernice” “Silver is less valuable than gold, gold than virtue.” F.H.A. 3 years, Treasurer 1 year; Band 2 years. FLOYD RANDOLPH FARLEIGH “Booty” “From the crown of his head to the sole of his foot, he is all mirth.” National Honor Society 1 year; Ad- mirals Hi-Y 3 years, President 2 years; F.T.A. 2 years; Norfolk County Treas- urer 1 year; Tennis 3 years; Most Val- uable Player 1955 Varsity Basketball 2 years; Vice President Sophomore Class; Front Page Editor; Shipmate Mixed Chorus; All State Chorus; Quill Scroll. JULIA MAE FRANKLIN “Julia” “I believe that in the end the truth will conquer.” Library Club 1 year; Bible Club 3 years. President 1 year; D.E. Club 2 years. Vice President 1 year; Mixed Chorus 2 years; Inter Club Council 1 year. ALFRED EMMETT FRY “Al” “His voice was commanding.” Photo Club 3 years; D.O. Club 2 years. JOYCE ALENE GALLOP “Joyce” “To friendship every burdens light.” Gamma Tri-Hi-Y Vi. year; Photography Club 1 year. Reporter; Future Teach- ers of America 1 year; Library Club, Vice President Vz year. President Vz year; Inter-Club Coimcil; Dramatics Club; Office Assistant 4 years; Ship- mate Staff. RAY BOOTH FULCHER “Ray” “No man can lose what he never has.” Shop Club 2 years. MARGARET SUE GAYLE “Suzie” “Her every thought was kind, her j every word was true. | Art Club 1 year; Bible Club 3 years, I Vice President 3 years. JAMES ROBERT GRAY “Bobby” “A friend is never known till a man ' have need. Tennis Team 2 years; Secretary of Monogram Club 1 year; Admirals Hi-Y 2 years. ' CAROLYN ELIZABETH GERALD “Carolyn” “Love and respect is the root of life.” Freshman-Sopnomore Dramatics Club 1 year; Beta Tri-Hi-Y 3 years, Treas- urer 1 year. Secretary 1 year; National Honor Society 2 years. RONALD WAYNE GRIFFIN “Ronnie” “Have you had a kindness shown, pass it on. Christophers Hi-Y 1 vear; D.E. Club 2 years; J.V. Football 1 year. CHARLOTTE JUANITA GIFT “Nita” “If a thing is worth doing it is worth doing well. F.B.L.A. 3 years. Vice President 1 year. President 1 year; G.A.A. 1 year. JOEL WESLEY HAWKINS “Joe” “Friends are made, not born. Science Club 1 year; Dramatics Club 1 year; Admirals Hi-Y 1 year; D.E. Club 1 year. seniors BARBARA ANN GILBERT “Barbara” “Laugh and the world laughs with you. Kappa Tri-Hi-Y 2 years. Treasurer I year; Admirals Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; Ma- jorette 2 years; G.A.A. 1 year. Bobby, Barbara, Juanita, Carolyn, Sue, Joel GARY LEE HAYES “Gabby” Gary, Garol, Nancy, Eugene OLIVER WENDELL HAWKINS “Ollie” “Some are bom great, some achieve greatness, some have greatness thrust upon them.” S.C.A. 2 years; President of Class 4 years; Admirals Hi-Y 3 years; Vice President 2 years; Varsity Football 3 years; Basketball 3 years; J.V. 1 year; Baseball 2 years; Co-Captain Football Team; Industrial Arts Club 1 year. CAROL ANNE HARRISON “Carol” “Fortune gives too much to many, enough to none.” Belle Lettre Club 2 years. Secretary of Belle Lettre 1 year; F.B.L.A. Club 2 years. Secretary of F.B.L.A. 1 year; G.A.A. 1 year; Band 4 years; Band Office Assistant 3 years. THELMA JEAN HAMPTON “Jean” “Patience is the key to contentment.” Sigma Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; Beta Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Library Club 1 year; G.A.A. 1 year; Library Practice 2 years; Re- porter for the Shipmate 1 year. CARL EUGENE HOGGARD “Slim” “I agree with no mans opinion.” Christopher’s Hi-Y 2 years, Industrial Arts Club 1 year. “The horn, the horn, the lusty horn.” Science Club 2 years. Secretary of Science Club 1 year; Dance Band Club 2 years; Reporter of Dance Band Club 1 year; Band 4 years; Band Staff 3 years; National Honor Society 2 years; Jr. Varsity Basketball 1 year; Varsity Basketball 2 years; All State Workshop Band 1 year. “Sober but not serious, quiet but not idle.” Gamma Tri-Hi-Y 2 y rs; D.E. Club 1 year. RALPH RODNEY HOLLOWELL “Sleepy” “I have a lifetime, so tvhy hurry. J.V. Football 1 year; Varsity Football 3 years; Track 3 years; Admirals Hi-Y 2 years; Chaplain 1 year; Monogram Club 1 year; Reporter 1 year. SHARON HOUGH “Sharon” “She laughs at life.” Dramatics Club 1 year, Sigma Tri-Hi- Y 1 year, Kappa Tri-Hi-Y 2 years. Na- tional Honor Society 1 year. CAROLYN ANN HENKLE “Carolyn” “A still small voice. Freshman-Sophomore Dramatics Club 2 years; Admirals Tri-Y 1 year; Sigma Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Vice President of Sigma 1 year; Diversified Occupations Club 1 year; Secretary of D.O. 1 year. WILLIAM CHARLES JAMERSON “Piggie” “Much wisdom comes with the fewest words. Photography Club 1 year; Christo- phers Hi-Y 2 years; Science Club 1 year; Football 1 year; Baseball 1 year. PATRICK MICHAEL HORAN “Little Mike” “Measures, not men, have always been my mark. Science Club ,1 year; Photography Club 2 years; D.O. Club 2 years. JUANITA LYNETTE JEFFRIES “Juanita” “Meet life and live, do not shun it. Beta Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Sigma Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; D.E. Club 1 year; Treasurer D.E. Club. Billy, Rodney, Pat, Carolyn, Juanita Chuck, Kenneth, Mac, Arlene, Patti, Bemie, Betty ( LEVY WILSON KIGHT, JR. “Chuck” “Let the world slip: we shall ne’er be younger.” Wrestling Team 1 year. seniors ARLENE GAY JOHNSTON “Ju Ju” “She has a charm and a grace of ap- pearance.” Sigma Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; Historian 1 year; Secretary 1 year; Kappa Tri- Hi-Y 2 years; Reporter 1 year; J.V. Cheerleader 2 years; Go-Captain 1 year; Varsity Cheerleader 1 year. FORREST McCONIHAY KINCAID “Mac” “When the candles are out all women are fair.” Christians Hi-Y 2 years, Treasurer 1 year, Secretary 1 year; Monogram Club 2 years. Treasurer 1 year; Treas- urer of Sophomore Class; J.V. Football 1 year; Varsity Football 3 years; J.V. Basketball 2 years; Varsity Track Team 3 years; Mixed Chorus 2 years; Treasurer 1 year; Vice President 1 year. PATTI MAE JONES “Patti” “She has talent and uses it wisely.” Freshman Sophomore Dramatics Club 1 year; Beta Tri-Hi-Y 3 years; Na- tional Honor Society 2 years; D.O. Club 1 year. Vice President. FRANK BERNARD KIRSCH, III “Bemie” “I’ll make an end to my dinner for bread and cheese is yet to come.” Freshman-Sophomore Dramatics Club 1 year; Admirals Hi-Y 1 year; Christo- phers Hi-Y 1 year; Monogram Club 1 year; Tennis Team 3 years; Golf Team 1 year; All-State Workshop Band 1 year; Band 4 years. BETTIE ANN JOZWICK “Bettie” “A good disposition is more valuable than gold.” Beta Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; Photography Club 1 vear; F.B.L.A. Club 1 year. KENNETH LEE “Batman” “Safety lies in fear.” Commanders Hi-Y 1 year; D.O. Club 2 years. %■ SANDRA JEAN KENNEDY “Sandy” “Love of youth shines in her eyes. Future Homemakers of America 1 year; F.B.L.A. Club 1 year. RONALD C. MAYNARD “Ronnie” “It is easier not to speak a word at all than to speak more words than we should. Science Club 2 years. VARNEDA VARDEN KESTNER “Vameda” “He shall rule them not with a rod of iron but with kindness and under- standing. Library Club 1 year; Bible Club 3 years; Quiz Leader 1 year, Secretary 1 year; D.E. Club 1 year. WALLACE EDGAR McNEW, JR. “Eddie” “To blow is not to play the trumpet but you must move the fingers. Band 4 years; Band StafiF 3 years; All- State Workshop Band 1 year; All-State Band 1 year; All-County Band 2 years; Dance Band Club 2 years; Admirals Hi-Y 1 year; National Honor Society 2 years. IRENE LORETTA KISS “Irene” “An ounce of wit is worth a pound of sorrow. Freshman-Sophomore Dramatics Club 1 year; Admirals Tri-Hi-Y 3 years, Vice President I year; Annual Staff Advertising Manager; Varsity Cheer- leader I year; Quill and Scroll. EDWARD McTYRE “Ed” “The variety of all things forms a pleasure. Science Club 1 year; Commanders Hi-Y 1 year; Photography Club 1 year; D.E. Club 1 year. I Norma, Sandra, Vameda, Irene, Ronald, Ronald, Eddie Janice, Jimmy, Horace, Bill, Bill WILLIAM R. McCRANEY, JR. “Bill” “He was ever precise in promise keep- Christopher s Hi-Y 2 years; 4-H Club Member at Columbia, North Carolina; Baseball 1 year. “He is complete in feature, and in mind, with all good grace of a gentle- man. Monogram Club Treasurer I year; Admirals Hi-Y I year; Varsity Foot- ball 1 year; Varsity Basketball 2 years; Track team 2 years. JANICE LOUISE LADD “Janice” “As merry as the day is long. Lambda Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; D.E. Club I year; D.O. Club. JIMMY RAY McLAWHORN “Yo-ho” “His manner lets one know his traits. Science Club 4 years; Treasurer 1 year; Football 4 years; Track 1 year. JOHNNIE HORACE NEEDHAM “Horace” “Endurance is the crowning quality, and patience all the passion of love.” Christopher Hi-Y I year; Photography Club I year; D.E. Club. NANCY RAMONA LOWE “Rusty” “Truth is truth, to the end of reckon- ing. Gamma Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; President I year; Library Club 1 year; Shipmate StaflFj Mixed Chorus 1 year; Girl’s Chorus 1 year. CURTIS LEE NELSON “Curt” “All truths are not to be told.” Christophers Hi-Y 1 year; D.O. Club 1 year. PATRICIA JEAN MALONE “Pat” “Friendliness is contagious.” Admirals Tri-Hi-Y I year; Bible Club I year; F.T.A. I year; Chaplain 1 year; Band 4 years; Librarian 3 years; All-State Workshop Band 2 years; Lambda Tri-Hi-Y. BONNIE LEE LEASURE “Bonnie” “I am a feather for each wind that blows.” Photography Club 1 year; Libraiy Club I year; D.E. Club 1 year; Girl’s Chorus I year. PHIL LEE PIERSALL “Phil” “Full of fun and mischief.” J.V. Basketball 2 years; Varsity - 2 years; Photography Club I year; D.O. Club 1 year; Monogram Club 1 year. DEWEY SPRAGGIN NICHOLS “Twinkle Star” “True friendship is a plant of • slow growth.” Christophers Hi-Y 1 year; Varsity Baseball I year. CAROLE JANET MEADS “Carole” “A very good girl and a gentle con- science.” F.H.A. Club I year; Gamma Tri-Hi-Y I year; F.B.L.A. Club 2 years; Chap- lain I year; Vige-President 1 year. Curtis, Bonnie, Phillip, Carol, Dewey Don, Dorothy, Dan, Douglas, Audri, Don DONALD WALTER POWELL “Doc” “Oh Lord! How can these mortals be so dumb? Commanders Hi-Y 1 year; Science Club 1 year; J.V. Basketball 4 years. seniors DOROTHY ELIZABETH McFALL “Dotty” “A likeable girl, athletically inclined.” President of G.A.A. 1 year; Admirals Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Inter-Club Council 1 year; Secretary of F.H.A. 2 years; His- ' torian 1 year; Basketball I year. GARLAND DOUGLAS PRESSON “Ge” “His happiness is worth his weight.” Model Airplane Club 1 year. AUDRI ODOM “Lil Audri” “Laugh yourself into stitches.” F.H.A. Club 1 year; Bible Club 1 year; Sigma Tri-Hi-Y I year; Historian 1 year; Admirals Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Re- porter 1 year; Shipmate Staff 2 years; Quill and Scroll I year. FREDERICK DAN PRITCHARD “Dan” “I never with important air, In con- versation overbear.” Dramatics Club 1 year; Christophers Hi-Y 1 year. SUZANNA OLIVER “Suzie” “Friendliness has a thousand charms to show.” Art Club; Secretary of Sophomore, Junior and Senior Classes; Sigma Tri- Hi-Y 3 years; President 1 year; F.T.A. I year; Inter-Club Council 1 year; G.A.A. 1 year; Varsity Cheerleader 1 year. DONALD GREY REDDITT “Don” “Look before you leap.” Library Club 2 years; Christians Hi-Y 1 year; Band 4 years. SHARON ELIZABETH O’SHIELDS “Beak “To err w human, to forgive divine. Dramatics Club 1 year; Kappa Tri- Hi-Y 1 year; Sigma Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Admirals Tri-Hi-Y 1 year. EUGENE LEE RHINEHARDT, JR. “Gene” “He who is well paid is well satisfied.” Commanders Hi-Y 2 years; Varsity Football 1 year; Christians Hi-Y 1 year; D.E. Glub 1 year; Parliamen- tarian— D.E. Club 1 year. PATRICIA ANN PAYNE “Patsy” “She adds a precious seeing to the eye.” , Kappa Tri-Hi-Y 4 years; Annual Staff, Business Manager; F.T.A. 1 year; Quill and Scroll I year. GILBERT LYNN ROOT “Root” “A word spoken is a word worth say- ing.” Admirals Hi-Y 1 year. BARBARA ANN PHILLIPS “Barb” “Tiny, neat, O ' , so sweet.” Kappa Tri-Hi-Y 4 years; Vice Presi- dent 1 year; National Honor Society. RIGHARD JOSEPH RUSH “Richard” “He did his job and did it well.” Dramatics Glub 3 years; Literary Club 1 year; Shipmate; Log. Gracie, Barbara, Sharon, Lynn, Patsy, Eugene Jewell, Margaret, Katherine, Curt EUGENE C. SHELTON “Billy” “Be bold, be bold, and everywhere you go be bold.’’ Commanders Hi-Y 2 years; Admirals Hi-Y 2 years; Tennis 1 year. KATHERINE LOUISE POWELL “Kathy” “A quiet girl— but quite a girl. Dramatics Club 3 years; Sextet 2 years; Kappa Tri-Hi-Y I year; F.T.A. I year; National Honor Society. MARGARET FAY PLEASANTS “Margie” “There is something in a face. Gamma Tri-Hi-Y; Bible Club; D.E. Club; Assistant Publicity Ma nager I year. CURT GUDHEIN SPEAR “Curt” “It’s safer being meek than fierce. Science Club I year; Admirals Hi-Y 3 years; Secretary 1 year; the Annual, Co-Sport Editor; National Honor So- ciety; Treasurer I year. DAVID EDWARD SMITH “Dave” “He has moved a little closer, -to the master of music.” Student Council 1 year; Band 3 years; All-State Band 3 years; Band StafiF 2 years; J.V. Football 1 year; Varsity Football 1 year; Dance Band Club I year; Reporter 1 year; Inter-Club Council I year. JEWELL MARLENE RARY WALL “Judy” “My patience will achiev more than force. Gamma Tri-Hi-Y I year; Bible Club 2 years. WILLIAM KENNETH STOUT “Sonny” “He who has a thousand friends, has not a friend to spare.” Freshman-Sophomore Dramatics Club 1 year; Christopher’s Hi-Y 3 years; D.O. Club 1 year. ANN GAYLE READ “Ann” “She laughed in troubles’ face.” Sigma Tri-Hi-Y I year; Dramatics Club 1 year; Kappa Tri-Hi-Y I year; Beta Tri-Hi-Y 1 year. ROBERT WILLIS SWINDELL “Robert” “The jjaths of glory lead but to the grave . ' Airplane Club 1 year; Bible Club 1 year. RILLA GAYNELLE ROBERTSON “Gay” “She was never seen without a smile on her face.” Pan American League 2 years; Future Homemakers of America Club 1 year; Presidents Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Bible Club 1 year; Girl’s Athletic Association 1 year. JESSE SYKES “Jesse” “Don’t put off until tomorrow what can be done today.” Admirals Hi-Y 2 years; Commanders Hi-Y 1 year; Christians Hi-Y 1 year. FLORA ANN ROLAND “Flora” “And gaining wisdom with each studi- ous year.” Kappa Tri-Hi-Y 3 years; Lambda Tri- Hi-Y 1 year; National Honor Society 2 years; Future Teachers of America; Librarian 1 year; Latin Tournament 2 years. Jesse, Ann, Flora, Gaynell Jerry, Carl, Robert, L. W., Billy, Carohne, Suzie, Jack, ’erelle JACK HUNTER WAFF “Jack” “As toe advance in life, we learn the limits of our abilities.” Varsity Football 3 years; J.V. Football 1 year; Varsity Basketball 2 years; J.V. Basketball 2 years Varsity Baseball 3 years; Science Club 1 year; Admirals Hi-Y 1 year; Boy’s Monogram Club 2 years; President 1 year; Chaplain of Junior Class; Inter-Club Council; Co- Captain of Football. e seniors EDNA VERELLE ROWE “Verelle” “Nothing is more useful than silence.” Member of Sigma Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Lambda Tri-Hi-Y; Chaplain 1 year. LENNIE WILLIAM WAGNER, JR. “L. W.” “The world is like a board with holes in it, and the square men have got into the round holes.” Band 4 years; Christopher’s Hi-Y I year; Library Club 2 years. CAROLINE DAVIS SANDS “Caroline” “Infinite riches in a little room.” Art Club; Admirals Tri-Hi-Y; D.E. Club; Shipmate Reporter. ROY T. WALKER “Roy” “The best way to keep good acts in memory is to refresh them with new.” Freshman-Sophomore Dramatics Club 1 year; Admirals Hi-Y 1 year; D.E. Club 2 years. JANET MARIE SCHAFER “Jan” “Our thoughts and our conducts are our own.” D.E. Club 2 years; President 1 year. JERRY GENE WARD “True” “I am a good friend to public amuse- ments; for they keep people from vice.” Science Club 1 year; Freshman-Sopho- more Dramatics Club 1 year; D.O. Club 2 years. MARGARET ANN SEAGRAVES “Peg” “Her heart is as far from fraud as heaven from earth.” Bible Club 1 year; Kappa Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; Corresponding Secretary 1 year; D.O. Club 1 year. SAMUEL McKinley ward “K en” “It’s wiser being good than bad.” Model Airplane Club 1 year; Chris- topher’s Hi-Y 2 years; Chaplain 2 years; D.O. Club 1 year. MARCELLA LEE SHAFFER “Marce” “There is nothing that can take away her winning personality.” Dramatics Club 1 year; Kappa Tri- Hi-Y 3 years; President 1 year; Na- tional Thespian Troupe 3 years; Treas- urer 2 years; Student Council 2 years; Co-Chairman of Homecoming; At- tended Girls State; Editor-in-Chief of the Annual; Quill and Scroll 1 year. THOMAS CLYDE WEST “Tommy” “Everyone is the son of his own works.” Admirals Hi-Y 1 year; Varsity Foot- ball 1 year; Wrestling 2 years; Bible Club 1 year. VASHTI JOANN SHANKS “Joann” “What wisdom can you find that is greater than kindness.” Sigma Tri-Hi-Y 1 year. CHARLES EUGENE WHITE “Teddy Bear” “Unless you bear with the faults of a friend you betray your own.” Dramatics Club 1 year; Christians Hi-Y I year; Track Team I year; Christopher’s Hi-Y I year. MARION PAIGE SIMS “Paige” “Very tall. Very dark, Very nice.” Sigma Tri-Hi-Y 3 years; Chaplain I year; Admirals Tri-Hi-Y I year. Donnie, Hopee, Peggy, Sherrie, Jessie Eugene, Paige, Margaret, Marcella, Sam, Joann DONALD WAYNE WHITESELL “Donnie” “A man born with wit and wisdom.” National Honor Society 2 years; Vice- President 1 year; Student Council 2 years; Varsity Basketball 2 years; J.V. Basketball 2 years; Varsity Football 2 years; Treasurer of Junior Class; Vice- President of Senior Class; Monogram Club 2 years; Commanders Hi-Y 1 year; Science Club 1 year; Varsity Baseball 2 years. PEGGY JOAN SIMS “Peggy” “Nothing is impossible to a willing heart.” Sigma Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Bible Club 1 year; F.B.L.A. Club 1 year; Reporter 1 year; Historian 1 year; Drill Team 1 year. FRANK WHITLOCK “Frank” A little nonsense -now and ther is relished by the wisest men.” Admirals Hi-Y 1 year; Commanders Hi-Y 2 years; Historian 1 year; Glee Club 2 years. CATHERINE HOPE SLAUGHTER “Hopee” “Understanding, gentle and always ready to make friends.” Dramatics Club I year; Gamma Tri- Hi-Y 2 years; Secretary 1 year; Kappa Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; National Honor So- ciety 2 years; National Thespian So- ciety 3 years; Scribe 2 years. JESSE WIGGINS “Jess” “A very likable sort of fellow.” Baseball 4 years; Monogram Club 2 years; Co-Sports Editor of Shipmate. SHERRIE MARIE SLAYDON “Sherrie” “Friendliness and good sportsmanship make a good character T Lambda Tri-Hi-Y 3 years; President 1 year; Girl’s Athletic Association 1 year; Inter-Club Council 1 year; Co- Club Editor, the Annual. RAYFORD WILBURN “Rayford” Band 2 years; Workshop 2 years; Track 1 year; Admirals Hi-Y 1 year. MERRY CHRISTINE SMITH “Merry” “Pleasantness makes her appealing.” Sigma Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; F.B.L.A. Club 1 year. BARBARA SMITH “Barbara” “She is a cute wee thing.” Kappa Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Reporter 1 year; Admirals Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; Chap- lain 1 year; Treasurer 1 year; G.A.A. 1 year; Secretary 1 year; Band 2 years; Majorette 1 year; Flag Bearer 1 year; Co-Club Editor of Annual 1 year. ■ LOIS STARKS “Lois” “A quiet newcomer.” D.E. Club. JOHNNY RAY ZERKLE “Zerkle” “In this world a man must either be an anvil or a hammer.” Admirals Hi-Y 1 year. “Ann” “The only way to have a friend is to be one.” D.E. Club 1 year. Janie, Nancy, Ellen, Nancy, Catherine, Anna Lee, Elsie Rayford, Johnny, Barbara, Mary NANCY TILLER “Nan” Friends she has many, her foes— has she any? Dramatics Club 1 year; Lambda Tri- Hi-Y 2 years; Treasurer 1 year; Gamma Tri-Hi-Y; Secretary 1 year; Girl’s Ath- letic Association 1 year; French Club 1 year. seniors ELLEN LOUISE TILLERY “Ellen” “Education has for its object the for- mation of character.” Dramatics Club 3 years; National Honor Society 2 years; National Thes- pian Society 2 years; Scribe 1 year; Drill Team 1 year. CATHERINE JEAN STEGALL “Gappy” “A merry heart doeth all good.” Lambda Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; Treasurer 1 year. NANCY REMONA SWISHER “Nancy” “I’ll speak in a monstrous little voice.” Freshman-Sophomore Dramatics Club I year; Kappa Tri-Hi-Y 3 years; Chap- lain I year; Future Teachers of Amer- ica I year; Art Editor of Shipmate 1 year; Art Editor of Admiral I year. JANIE CAROLINE TAYLOR “Janie” “Silence is golden.” Admirals Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Gamma Tri- Hi-Y 1 year. ELSIE MAE TESSMER “Elsie” “We could never forget a girl as sweet as she.” Lambda Tri-Hi-Y 3 years; Secretary 1 year; Vice-President I year; D.O. Club 1 year. ANNA LEE THORN “Lee” “Quietness and friendliness always lead a person to the best in life.” F.H.A. Club I year; Science Club 1 year; Library Club I year; Photog- raphy Club I year; Reporter I year; D.O. Club 2 years; State Treasurer 1 year. MARYELLEN WEST “Maryellen” “The best of things come in small packages.” Science Glub 3 years; Reporter 1 year; Secretary 1 year; Beta Tri-Hi-Y 1 year. PHYLLIS ANNE WILLIAMSON “Phyllis” “Prayer is the souFs sincere desire.” Bible Club 2 years; D.E. Club 1 year. BARBARA JEAN TOTH “Toothie” “She looked only on the bright side of life.” Admirals Tri-Hi-Y 1 year. BETTY JEAN VICKS “Betty” “A good reputation is worth more than gold.” Bible Club 3 years; Treasurer 1 year; National Honor Society 2 years. 54 seniors MARGARET MONTEZ WEST “Margaret” “She was quiet and wise with sweet- ness in her eyes.” Dramatics Club 2 years; F.B.L.A. Club 2 years; Chaplain 1 year; Na- tional Honor Society 2 years; Historian of Dramatics Club 1 year. JULIA ANN VIVERETTE “Little Muggs” “Quiet on few occasions and talkative on others.” D.E. Club 2 years; Editor-Promotion Manager 1 year; F.H.A. 1 year; Dra- matics Club 1 year. GERALDINE WADE “Gerry” “Love and respect are the roots of life.” Bible Club 2 years; F.B.L.A. Club 1 year. Gordon, Mary e lien, Margaret, Geraldine, Betty, Booty, Sandra, Pat, Loretta Barbara, Phyllis LELIA LORETTA WILLIS “Lelia” “Her foe was folly and her weapon wit. Sigma Tri-Hi-Y 1 year; Admirals Tri- Hi-Y 1 year; Admiral StafiF 1 year; Co- Sports Editor; Varsity Cheerleader 1 year. WILLIAM B. ALLEN Truth was his pass word.” F.B.L.A. Club 2 years; D.E. Club 2 years. SANDRA WILLIS “Shorty” “Better to blush than turn pale.” Kappa Tri-Hi-Y 2 years; Admirals Tri- Hi-Y 1 year; Mixed Chorus 1 year; Girl’s Chorus 1 year. CAMERA SHY RONALD LEE “Ronald” “Always smiling and agreeable. French Club. PATRICIA ANN YOUNG “Pat” “The perfection of knowledge and sweetness combined.” Dramatics Club 1 year; Kappa Tri- Hi-Y 3 years; Treasurer 2 years; F.T.A. Club 2 years; Vice-President 1 year; County Reporter 1 year; Student Council 2 years; J.V. Cheerleader 2 years; Co-Captain 1 year; Varsity Cheerleader 1 year; Co-Captain 1 year National Honor Society 2 years; Secretary 1 year. CARL VANCE “Junior” “I take my fun where I find it. Band 4 years. JACK ALLISON “Jack” “Good words are worth much, and cost little.” Admirals Hi-Y 2 years; J.V. Basket- ball I year. THOMAS TAYLOR WHALEY “Tommy” “I can promise to be upright, but not to be without bias.” Allied Youth 1 year; D.O. Club I year; Science Club I year. All Cradock cheers MOST POPULAR Marvin Bowman and Deanna Decker BEST ALL AROUND Marcella Shalfer and Oliver Hawkins a winner ! as we rally round WITTIEST Don Powell and Loretta Willis ' ' ' MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Donnie Whitesell and Flora Roland 59 our choices ! 60 FLORA ROLAND Valedictorian PATTI MAE JONES Salutatorian HONOR STUDENTS The students of the senior class who have maintained an average of 88 percent or above for three and one-half years work. First row: R. Maynard, D. Powell, R. McCranery, R. Hollowell, L. Gaboon, L. Willis, A. Brown, M. Shaffer, D. Decker, P. Young, H. Slaughter. Second row: D. Nuckles, R. Rush, C. Spear, B. Kirsch, G. Hayes, E. McNew, M. Bowman, K. Powell, G. Barnette, N. Boothe, J. Butler, B. Farleigh. Third row: A. Bell, F. Roland, L. Dickens, M. West, P. Sims, P. Payne, I. Kiss, S. Edwards, G. Harrison, E. Tillery, B. Vicks. Fourth row: G. Wade, J. Shanks, B. Toth, P. Doxey, G. Davenport, B. Phillips, M. Seagraves, G. Gerald, P. Jones, G. Sands, B. Gaboon. Absent from picture: D. White.sell, J. Bragg, S. Hough, J. Fink. CLASS HISTORY It was only four years ago that we, the Seniors, entered the Halls of Cradock High. Frightened as we were, we still set pace to make the most of our high school days. Under the capable leadership of our officers, Oliver Hawkins, President; Tony Hudson, Vice President; Shirley Edwards, Secretary; Johnny Butler, Treasurer; and Donnie Whitsell, Annual Rrepresentative, we made a place tor ourselves at Cradock High. Our beloved sponsors, Mr. Vernon Tyson and Mrs. Ruth Fielder, helped very much to make our Freshman-Sophomore Dance a big success. Our Sophomore year was one never to be forgotten. Leaving the old high school was sad, ’tis true, yet we were very happy to be the first Sophomores in the new school. This year we began to settle down and take life more seriously. Our qualified leaders this year were; President, Oliver Hawkins; Vice President, “Booty” Farleigh; Secretary, Suzie Oliver; and Treasurer, “Mac” Kincaid. Our most deserving sponsors were Mr. George W. Graves, a newcomer to Gradock High, and Mrs. Ruth Fielder. Our class beamed with pride when Iiss Shirley Edwards was selected as one of the Maids of Honor in the beauty contest. Many events to be remembered occurred in our Junior year. The excitement of preparing for the Junior-Senior Prom was evident in each of us. We were very pleased with the results and very glad to see so many happy Seniors. As the end of the year drew near we ordered our class rings so that we might have them during the summer. Our leaders during our Junior year were: President, Oliver HJwkins; Vice President, Alma Brown; Secretary, Suzie Oliver; Treasurer, Donnie Whitsell; and Chaplain, Jack WaflF. Junior class sponsors were Miss Ruth Credle and Mr. William Sindlinger. A very exciting event was the election of our SCA officers for the coming year. From our class Marvin Bowman was elected President and Alma Brown, Secretary. At long last, a glorious dream come true, we were Seniors. As dignified Seniors, we realized that we must put play aside, and face the future with a serious outlook. For the fourth con- secutive year Oliver Hawkins was elected to pilot our ship through the storm of our senior year. To work with him we elected Donnie Whitsell as Vice President, Suzie Edwards and Suzie Oliver Edwards, Corresponding and Recording Secretaries, respectively. Mr. Noble Moore had the difficult job of handling our money. We elected Miss Byrd as our Senior class sponsor because we knew that no other teacher would serve us as well or be as loyal to us. We will never forget the help and guidance she gave us during our Senior year. The highlight of our Homecoming was the crowning of our King and Queen, Bill Nance and Patsy Payne. The Seniors were very proud when we placed two boys on the All-Tidewater Football Squad, Mac Kincaid, first team and Jack Waff, second team. These were the first placements for Cradock since 1953. As the year went by. Senior pictures were taken, the super- alatives were elected, and the Valedictorian and Salutatorian were annoimced. The most memorable nights of our Senior year were those of the class play, “Sorority House,” and the Senior Banquet and Baccalaureate Service. On the night of our graduation we stood together, for the last time, as one. We reafized that the best days of our lives were over. Diplomas in our hands we left our school to find our places in the world as well as we had done at Cradock High. When we think of a successful future we will also think of our class motto; ' “Not the sunset but the dawn. PATTI MAE JONES WE SAIL As we take in the anchor And our ship sails away. Who knows what courses Lie in our way. Perhaps we shall travel Near or afar; But no matter where We must be what we are. Friends we have made In our hearts will remain; But as we go on Others, we shall gain. Though the waters be rough And the winds seem to tear; Hope in our hearts And a smile, we shall wear. Patti Mae Jones CLASS POEM 62 GLORIA BASS CLASS HISTORIAN CLASS SONG Turn back the hands of time, Back to the past, Mem’ries of happy hours Are mem’ries that will last. Time spent to learn a while, Time we spent for fun; All time is added up as Time not lost but won. Here we have learned to think— Taught from day to day; And here we have made our friends And forged our life’s pathway. These four y6ars have opened doors— Taught us of life; Challenges came our way— Were met with joy or strife. Great words of wisdom learned From a wiser one; And great ties of friendship made— Our life has just begun. Now it’s our Senior year. School days near gone. Soon we must leave these halls To those. remaining on. Keep safe our Cradock High, Guard, uphold her name; Keep her above reproach. Lead Cradock on to fame. Now as we leave these doors— Leave our childhood days— We meet face to face with life And go our separate ways. But though we leave Cradock High, ' Though we must part. Though we must say good-by It’s now our lives will start. We thank you for giving us Knowledge to lean on. We’ll always remember . . . “Not the sunset but the dawn.” WORDS Alma Brown MUSIC David Smith . Safe Cracker. ...full of zest Here’s looking at you. Be my valentine 65 Joe Bryant Junior Class President Mr. William Sindlinger Junior Class Sponsor Officers Prom Committee Secretary: Jimmy Moy , Vice-President: Marcy WiUdns, G. Page„B. Chapman, D. Tilley, C. Simmons, E. White- President: Joe Bryant, Treasurer: Bill Harris. hurst, R. Early. Homeroom Presidents R. Early, S. Romberg, E. Whitehurst, J. Moore, J. Spear, F. Jones, A. Biddle, E. Pruitt. 66 ( Left to Right ) : First Row: E. Allison, J. Ames, W. Allison, L. Ander- son, W. Atwood, Y. Ashe, J. Aydlette, F. Ayscue, B. Daily. Second Row: H. Berry, C. Barber, J. Bell, G. Barnette, M. Bazmore, B.’ Beachboard, R. Bogan, A. Biddle, M. Blessing. Third Row: R. Black, M. Bragg, J. Boone, S. Breon, C. Bond, A. Brown, L. Bridges, N. Bucanhan, J. Bryant. Fourth Row: C. Carson, E. Calloway, N. Carter, J. Canada, B. Chapman, A. Carrier, C. Chapman, T. Cooper, M. Corp. Fifth Row: R. Corp, E. Couture, R. Creamer, J. Craw- son, B. Crisp, B. Cross, W. Daughtry, C. Curtis, H. Davis. What’s the distraction? Lunch is over. ( Left to Right ) : First Row: B. Davis, P. Davis, L. DeAlba, J. Dearmon, P. Deans, W. Draper, C. Dorsett, R. Dixon, E. Eason. Second Row: M. Duncan, C. Edwards, R. Early, P. Elliot, C. Eason, J. Foster, D. Edwards, L. Grant, B. Edwards. Third Row: M. Griffin, T. Foltz, P. Grimes, J. Ham- mond, J. Fisher. E. Harvey, M. Gratton, R. Hayes, E. Gray. Fourth Row: P. Hi s, J. Hammond, P. Hodges, M. Harbert, B. Hord, B. Harrell, J. Howell, T. Harrington, F. Jones. Fifth Row: B. Harris, F. Jordan, B. Holland, S. Koren, W. Hood, F. Ladd, J. Honeycutt, P. Langford, L. Jones. 68 ( Left to Right ) : First Row: F. Langley, R. Jordan, M. Lapham, D. Kell, A. Linkous, S. Komer, V. Lumber, B. Lane, D. Mario. Second Row. L. Latham, M. Marrs, L. Lawson, L. Mason, J. Linenbach, A. Maxson, C. Logwood, P. Mc- Clellan, B. Matherson. Third Row: J. McMullen, M. Matthews, M. Miller, G. Meiggs, N. Neal, W. Murden, M. Orlowski, E. Mills, V. Osborne. Fourth Row: K. Mitchell, G. Page, M. Mixon, J. Pinelli, B. Morris B. Palmer, E. Morgan, S. Pickett, N. Morgan. Fifth Row: S. Poe, J. Moore, F. Powell, J. Moy, J. Randall, E. Nixon, J. Randolph, B. Norris, D. Reed. 69 ( Left to Right ) : Front Row: C. Novack, P. Ried, N. Parker, A. Robbins, Sanders, J. Rose, S. Sawyer, R. Rottet, B. Serbn, J. Russell. C. Perdue, P. Robinson, E. Prillamen, N. Rodriquez, Fourth Row: M. Sexton, R. Salas, C. Simmons, C. Scar- J. Purkey. borough, S. Smith, W. Shedrick, L. Spain, J. Shelton, Second Row: S. Romberg, T. Perry, A. Roper, J. Phil- J- Spear. lips, P. Rose, G. Pierce, H. Ross, L. Pritchard, N. Rowe. Fifth Row: T. Simpson, J. Stevens, W. Smith, B. Suit, Third Row: E. Pruitt, L. Saddler, R. Robinson, J. S. Spindel, M. Taylor, D. Spivey, P. Thomas, J. Spivey. What a mess! 70 ( Left to Right): Front Row: D. Tilley, J. Stelmack, R. Toth, G. Stevens, V. Watson, M. Stone, S. West, R. Sweazy, S. Whaley. Second Row: T. Thevenin, E. Whitehurst, I. Thompson, S. Whitener, J. Turner, M. Wiggins, O. Titmer, G. Wildman, C. Twine. Third Row: M. Wilkins, L. Wagner, G. Wright, E, Walke, M. Woodard, L. Whitlock, P. Wooten, G. Wil- son, F. Wimberely. Fourth Row: R. Wynn, P. Yasaides. Missing: O. -Dagget, O. Turner, R. Bridges, R. Cox. ...lively standard-bearers 73 I President Charles Porter Class Officers Homeroom Presidents John McDuffie Treasurer; Betty Gualtney, Secretary; Suzanne Campbell, Isaac Cannon, Joe Barnes, Claude Charles Porter, President; Marion Carroll, Vice President Rollins, Carolyn Hall, Barbara Ferguson, John McDuffie f 4 :. Sponsors 74 Mrs. Bruce, Miss West Committee Chairmen Barry Dale, Marion Carroll, Shirley Waite, Barbara Ferguson, Carolyn Hall, Lois Helmsin Opposites attract ( Left to Right ) : First Row-. J. Barnes, L. Adams, V. Bess, N. Bailey, P. Billy, M. Ballin, B. Bontin, B. Barnette, D. Caffee. Second Row. B. Base, B. Gaboon, L. Batten, I. Cannon, D. Carawan, F. Belcher, ,M. Carrol, J. Benson, T. Cokes, Third Row: G. Blow, J. Costell, A. Bowles, P. Couture, C. Briggs, R. Kramer, P. Brower, B. Dail, J. Brown. Fourth Row: W. Davis, M. Bryant, P. Dodd, G. Bu- chanan, B. Dillahay, B. Burch, H. Ellis, A. Forbes, S. Gampbell. Fifth Row: B. Foster, G. Griffin, J. Carter, L. Gray, A. Gosner, H. Green, J. Ghristenburg, G. Gregory, C. Collins. 75 I ( Left to Right ) : First Row: R. Gregory, D. Cooper, R. Gregory, M. Cor- dell, B. Hamaker, L. Cornwall, J. Hanbury, D. Cox, B. Harrell. Second Row: B. Credle, J. Hatcher, C. Dennis, C. l nlde, B. Dorn, G. Hollowell, M. Dunn, D. Hook er, M. Edwards. Third Row: D. Hooks, M. Ehoff, M. Horton, M. Eans, R. Hoy Iman, R. Evans, W. Hudson, B. Fergeson, D. Johnson. Fourth Row: S. Ferguson, I. Jones, P. Fisher, R. Jones, J. Flack, C. Kelly, L. Gardener, F. Kennedy, B. Gualtney. Fifth Row: J. Lawson, D. Grant, T. Lawson, F. Grey, T. Leary, B. Grey, L. Lome, C. Hall, D. Maynard. Sixth Row: J. Hall, C. Matthews, S. Hales, D. Mc- Daniels, J. Hamilton, B. Meeks, P. Hatcher, J. Mc- Adams, L. Hayes. Seventh Row: J. McDuffie, L. Helmsin, K. McCranie, J. Hewitt, J. Miller, M. Hollowell, E. Moore, B. Hughes, J. Odom. 76 ( Left to Right ) : First Row: E. Hughes, T. Odom, R. Irvin, B. Overcash, P. Jeffries, T. Halsey, S. Jenkins, C. Overstreet, C. Jones. Second Row: F. Parker, D. Jones, O. Pettit, F. Jones, R. Pierce, R. Kosher, C. Porter, V. Jones, B. Richardson. Third Row: V. Keen, K. Richardson, J. Livingston, C. Russell, L. Lee, N. Ryder, C. Lawman, J. Scott, M. Landing. Time out for a coke! To the Olympics, girls? J Gosh! A Senior! {Left to Right): First Row: J. Scrubbs, S. Morris, K. Shedrick, K. Meiggs, C. Shelton, P. McKean, C. Simpson, W. Mc- Manus, S. Slaughter. Second Row: K McGinnis, E. Smith, D. May, R. Smith, P. Marlow, B. Spence, S. Marks, R. Stankie jcz, P. Pace. Third Row: T. Stephens, J. Pittman, E. Stokes, D. Poison, K. Storms, S. Powell, B. Strickland, N. Pritchard, D. Taylor. 78 ( Left to Right ) : First Row: S. Purky, D. Toler, F. Richardson, L. Tucker, G. Richardson, J. Underwood, A. Ritter, J. Vance, B. Roberts. Second Row: M. Vick, M. Robinson, W. Wallace, K. Rose, J. Ward, M. Roe, B. Whitener, C. Rottet, G. Whitehurst. Third Row: S. Safford, H. Whitley, S. Sclater, D. Wil- lard, C. Shelton, W. Wood, M. Sibley, T. Woody, V. Skinner. Fourth Row: B. York, B. Smith, J. Zeb, B. Smith. V. Spence, J. Stalls, C. Taylor, T. Taylor, S. Taylor. Fifth Row: E. Templeton, J. Thompson, T. Trexton, S. Vaughan, E. Wade, C. Wagner, S. Waite, B. Walton, P. Watson. Sixth Row: M. Wellman, L. Werner, S. Whitford, D. Wiggins, M. Wilburn, M. Windslow, A. Wright, J. Coblentz. Missing: M. Blyth, S. Townsend, B. Johnson, B. Whaley, J. Williams, C. Stuart, R. .Winston, M. Lander, T. Fitch, J. Davis, L. Davis. 79 .,,eager neophytes what an experiment! Students explain Algebra problem Science students take time out for picture V ■ y Watching 81 60 Carl Rollins Freshman President Officers E. Segar, K. Dice, C. Rollins, K. Prince, L. Umberger. Homeroom Presidents P. Kaye, K. Prince, K. Bray, R. Garmon, S. Smith, K. Dice, L. Umberger, K. Belding. Sponsors Mrs. Carter, Miss Brooks Prom Committee W. Hathaway, K. Dice, B. Sawyer, J. Dejamette, R. Smith. Standing, K. Belding. ( Left to Right ) : First Row: B. Ad ams, L. Appenzeller, W. Adams, A. Atkins, V. Allenallio, L. Atkin- son, C. Appelle, M. Bennett, F. Altice. Second Row: G. Britt, J. Bacon, P. Burke, J. Barnes, P. Bass, C. Barnette, B. Berryhill, C. Belcher, H. Benton. Third Row: D. Benton, K. Belding, A. Berryhill, M. Blyth, G. Biser, R. Bolen, B. Blake, N. Boyean, S. Branch. Fourth Row: P. Brantly, F. Bradley, K. Bray, A. Breeden, C. Brock, B. Buck, B. Brown, T. Butler, A. Gaboon. Fifth Row: R. Gaboon, B. Gaboon, T. Garter, D. Gassidy, J. Chapman, L. Cary, E. Cholewinski, B. Chapman, H. Cole. Sixth Row: K. Cummins, T. Cotton, L. Conner, F. Cosner, N. Cousins, F. Crouch, R. Cox, D. Crown, B. Carrigan. Seventh Row: R. Day, L. Davis, T. Davis, J. Dejamette, K. Dice, P. Dickens. 83 (Left to Right): First Row: G. Dink, B. Dillahay, D. Gilligan, G. Dixon, J. Dom, L. Dorset. Second Row: J. Edwards, Z. Drew, A. Eanes, M. Darlye, B. Estes, M. Eason, R. Faye, B. East, W. Ferlough. Third Row: C. Edwards, C. Ford, S. Edwards, L. Frye, M. Ehoff, F. Galusha, J. Euglow, B. Garrrtt, G. Foreman. Fourth Row: S. Gay, B. Foster, G. Gettier, J. Fox, P. Goodman, L. Frazier, R. Gordan, G. Frederick, C. Gould. Fifth Row: M. Ganner, R. Gould, R. Garman, R. Gregory, B. Gilbert, G. Griffin, L. Green, B. Grimes, S. Gregory. Sixth Row: J. Grubbs, L. Griffin, J. Hay- more, L. Hahn, K. Helinsin, J. Hare, B. Herald, C. Harlow, J. Hilt. Seventh Row: N. Helton, B. Hilt, V. Helton, R. Gilmer, S. Hicks, D. Grantham, D. Hill, G. Har- rell, L. Hobbs. Looking to our Senior year. K f , J i 84 ( Left to Right ) : First Row: A. Harrison, M. Hodges, W. Hathaway, A. Hofler, B. Hedgepeth, J. Howe. Second Row: J. Helton, I. Holt, M. Hodges, P. Lakes, M. Holmes, J. Jozwick, C. Hunneycutt, A. Johnson, R. Huneycutt. Third Row: B. Johnson, I. Hooker, L. Johnson, D. Hooks, C. Jones, F. Hutson, J. Jordan, H. Hayden, P. Jeffries. Fourth Row: J. Johnson, P. Kay, P. Johnson, D. Kenny, R. Jones, J. King, N. Jones, M. King, G. Justice. Fifth Row: N. Kirsch, W. Kilpatrick, M. Knight, O. Lassiter, R. Kues, O. Linkous, B. Kyle, J. Lucado, J. Lamm. Sixth Row: R. Mann, N. Little, J. Marlowe, M. Long, B. Mason, E. Loyd, J. Meyers, C. Maskin, P. Mc- Adams. Seventh Row: J. Martin, K. McCraney, M. Martin, R. McKinzie, M. May- ham, E. Moore, B. Mayo, T. Moore, W. Mayo. Let me see, too! 85 {Left to Right): First Row. J. Moore, S. McCain, S. Mullins, D. Mc- Intosh, T. Myers, S. McLawhom, J. Nelson, B. Medlin, E. Newsome. Second Row. J. McMullen, M. O’Neal, R. Miles, C. Oakey, P. Neese, W. Osborn, R. Nelto, B. Orke, B. Newbum. Third Row. C. O’Shields, S. Newton, E. Pieroni, J. Norris, O. Pettit, K. Powell, C. Poppell, M. Parker, K. Potts. Fourth Row: L. Peele, J. Robinson, E. Pickett, A. Rod- riquez, J. Pittman, B. Roach, H. Pope, A. Rogers, B. Powell. Fifth Row. B. Rogerson, D. Rhein, P. Rollins, J. Rose, V. Rombrough, S. Pritchard, S. Root, K. Prince, C. Rose. Sixth Row. G. Pritchard, D. Rose, J. Roper, H. Rose, K. Ruynon, J. Rose, A. Sanders, E. Ross, B. Sanderson. Seventh Row. L. Rowe, P. Saunders, W. Rombrough, D. Shephard, G. Sands, B. Sawyer, E. Seager, C. Sawyer, J. Stewart. 86 ( Left to Right ) : First Row: J. Simmons, J. Sherrard, A. Smith, C. Simmons, S. Smith, J. Smith, S. Smith, E. Smith. Second Row: C. Stallings, R. Smith, L. Stallings, T. Smith, L. Stallings, J. Snell, M. Stell, J. Spence, P. Stewart, C. Stewart. Third Row: J. Stephin, T. Taylor, B. Tart, L. Thebarg, J. Tate, T. Thevenin, A. Thompson, L. Tucker, L. Tilley. Fourth Row: L. Umberger, K. Toth, Q. Vick, P. Trexler, R. Wall, M. Turner, T. Walker, K. Wagner, J. Ward.- ifth Row; P. Werz, B. Watson, P. Wyatt, S. Weaver, C. Wiley, L. West, J. Winfree, J. Weisman, P. Wood. Sixth Row: W. Wheatley, G. Woodard, L. Whidden, P. Wynn, T. Whitley, L. Wilkes, D. White, C. Wyatt, T. Whitt. Seventh Row: A. Willis, T. Winston, M. Williams, W. Williams, J. Woods, L. Woods, T. Williams, J. Wil- liamson, D. Ziskin. Missing: R. Harrison, B. Walker, M. Sanders, W. Tiller, P. Perdue, L. Prince, J. Spence, R. Wysong, V. Gattes, N. Wimmer, S. Bond, N. Mahom, B. OverOash, S. Morris, D. Rary. 87 I So we beat the drums loudly for 91 So we beat the drums loudly for Oivt rut Codcki w toff MR. LARRY WELDON Athletic Director The Coaching Staff of Cradock High School under the able leadership of athletic director, Mr. Larry Weldon, completed the season with great success. The stands were packed all during the cold season as Cradock fans watched the Fighting Admirals outscore their opponents in seven con- tests. The reason for the successful season was due to the efforts of Mr. Larry Weldon, head coach ; Mr. Reggie Byrd, line coach; Mr. Alan Frazee, end coach; and Mr. Mac Eure, scout. Under the capable leadership of head coach in basketball, Mac Eure, the inexperienced Cradock five fought with sportsmanship and enthusi- asm. The Baby Admirals, coached by Alan Frazee, completed the season with a fine record. As the spring months came nearer, the coaches of spring sports pre- pared for their sport. The track team, under the fighting spirit and leadership of Reggie Byrd, head coach, and trainer, Mr. Forrest Kincaid, completed the sea- son with a fine record. The baseball team, directed by coach Larry Weldon, completed the season with great success. The Cradock High School golf team traveled the fairways capably and successfully under the coaching of Mr. Alan Frazee. The tennis team finished the season with an excellent record. 91 92 Nothing improves the spirit of a school more than a fine, victorious football team. We have one of the best football teams in the history of Cradock, boasting a record of seven wins against only three losses. Our seven wins were terrific. We can all truly say that we are proud of our team. On sev- eral occasions we had the honor of having one of our players chosen as “player of the week.” The players were Oliver Hawkins, Hugh Amory, B. B. Hamaker, and Jimmy McLawhom. The Admirals started the season by stomp- ing Great Bridge 39-6. A new opponent from the western district, Andrew Lewis of Salem, suffered a defeat. The Admirals boasted a score of 39-18. Cradock showed offensive power against Salem with a much improved defense. The Admirals’ third victory came at Peanut Park, Cradock again showing an im- proved offense by scoring. 25 points during the first quarter. The Suffolk Red Raiders were held scoreless throughout the entire game. Cradock then scored 7 more points in the fourth quarter to make the final score 32-0. Cradock’s first defeat came from an unde- feated Granby “eleven.” Granby’s win came late in the game pacing the Admirals by one touchdown with a score of 14-7. South Nor- folk invited the Admirals over for their home- coming game. Little did they know that Cradock would be the victor by a score of 27-6. Next on the list of opponents was Maury. The field was muddy and slippery. Spectators in the stands were drenched. De- spite these conditions, Cradock came out victorious. The score— 13-6. Princess Anne students came to our stadium, wearing what seemed to- be a victory smile. They went home defeated by a score of 20-6. The Ad- mirals put up their best fight of the season against Norview. Norview’s only touchdown came late in the fourth quarter. Their coach later stated that Cradock was the toughest team they had played this season. This was Cradock’s second defeat. The score was 6-0. Cradock suffered a third defeat losing to Newport News by only one point. The score— 20 - 21 . Then came the long-awaited Lions Bowl game between Cradock and Churchland. It was the last football game of the season. The Admirals ended it in fine fashion by sending the Truckers back to the woods, 4lefeated by a score of 27-20. Five members of Cradock’s team were on the All-City team. Those chosen were Oliver Hawkins, Donnie Whitesell, Joe Bryant, Mac Kincaid, and Jack Waff. Cradock placed two players on the All-Tidewater first and second teams. They were Mac Kincaid and Jack Waff respectively. The most valuable player award went to one of Cradock’s players, Jimmy McLawhorn, who did a splen- did job not only on Thanksgiving Day but throughout the season. And so ends another football season at Cradock. 1956 CRADOCK FOOTBALL SCHEDULE Cradock 39 Great Bridge 6 Cradock 39 Andrew Lewis 18 First Row {left to right): J. Walton, D. Whitesell, H. Amory, R. Hollowell, J. Honeycutt, L. Umberger, J. Lawson, J. Waff, M. Kincaid, B. Hamaker, O. Hawkins, P. Dodd. Second Row: B. Beachboard, E. Nixon, P. Rollins, T. Cooper, S. Gaye, S. Allen, B. Dale, C. Porter, R. Cox, S. Komer, D. Smith, J. Stelmack, J. Moy, M. Carroll, W. Smith, R. Honeycutt. Third Row: C. Rus- sell, T. West, L. Lawson, T. Odom, J. McDuffie, J. Linenbach, B. Bailey, S. Daggett, J. McLawhom, C. Honeycutt, I. Cannon. FOOTBALL Cradock Granby 32 14 Suffolk Cradock 0 7 ■■ J Cradock 27 South Norfolk 6 Cradock 13 Maury 6 Cradock 20 Princess Anne 6 Norview 6 Cradock 0 Newport News 21 Cradock 20 Cradock 27 Churchland 20 TOMMY COOPER End SLEEPY” HOLLOWELL Tackle JOHN McDUFFIE Center JIMMY McLAWHORN Half JOE RRYANT Guard WENDELL SMITH Guard LENNIE UMRERGER Center SwM HUGH AMORY Half PAUL ROLLINS Guard SONNY KOMER Half ' IHH MAG KINCAID I End JOE HONEYCUTT Guard DONNIE WHITESELL Half RAY COX Quarterback JACK WAFF Tackle OLIVER HAWKINS Quarterback CARL RUSSELL Tackle JAY WALTON End B. B. HAMAKER Fullback JACK LAWSON Guard 1 TOMMY WEST 1 1 End DAVID SMITH | Fullback | Down we go! Co-captains: Jack WaflF, Oliver Hawkins First row: Jack Waff, All-City; J. Lawson, MacKincaid, All-City; All-Tidewater, All-Eastem; Oliver Hawkins, All-City; Donnie Whitesell, All-City, Hugh Amory. Sec- ond row: T. Cooper, S. Komer, W. Smith, J. Byrant, All-City; L. Umberger. Managers: Bill Beachboard, Phillip Dodd. Front row, left to right: L. Hollowell, L. Weldon, D. Shields, J. Rice, A. Rodiquez, T. Winston, C. Rollins, B. Strickland, J. Underwood, D. Johnson, I. Cannon, K. Dice, B. Forrest, B. Hornet, C. Molene, B. Britt, Coach Frazee. Second row: T. Smith, B. Adams, J. Dom, R. Hooker. Third row: J. Odom, R. Haymore, J. Robinson, O. Linkous, L. Lowe, T. Bulter, T. Stephens, R. Jones, L. West, D. Toler, R. Boatright, W. Furlough, S. Gaye, C. Barnette, L. Thebarge, D. Rose. The Cradock High School junior varsity football team, coached by Mr. Allen Frezee, completed a highly successful gridiron season winning four while losing only one. The baby Admirals fed by Ted Smith, Ray Hooker, and Billy Strickland made hopes of another strong varsity next year a reality. The Admirals had wins over Oscar Smith, Suffolk, and Barry- Robinson. Some of the outstanding players of these games were Ted Smith, scoring four touchdowns in one contest against Oscar Smith of South Norfolk; Johnny Underwood, who proved to be an outstanding center; Thornton Winston, who is only a Freshman, showed forth as a capable end. At the end of the season Dickie Johnson, representing the entire Junior Varsity, presented Coach Frazee with a trophy for his outstanding sportsmanship. Coach Allen Frazee J.V. FOOTBALL BASKETBALL The Cradock basketball team hampered by inexperience, lack of height and illn ess finished the season with a 4-16 record. The Admirals were led by captain Jack Waff who was also the high scorer with his highest output against Granby with 27 points. The Admirals started off “hot” winning three out of their first six games stopping Oscar Smith, Princess Anne and War- wick. After these early wins Cradock calmed down, losing their next fourteen games, but the Admirals gave Granby a rough time before losing 74 to 65. They also made it hard for Maury losing 69 to 63. This was Coach Mac Eure’s first year as var- sity basketball coach, and he had the duty of rebuilding the Admiral five. Coach Eure has much to look forward to next winter since he is losing only three seniors; Jack Waff, Phil Piersall, and Booty Farliegh. He has a promis- ing list of underclassmen: Tommy Cooper, Ivan Thompson, Marion Carroll, Jimmy Moy, Charles Perdue, Jimmy Adylette, and Barry Dail. The Admirals, however, were better than their record would have you believe. With the loss of key players and illness the Admirals lost all hopes for a ‘tournament finish. The Cradock games were made more interesting by the in- stallation of a public address system and the half-time attraction of the “Masked Marvel.” Hampton 72 Wilson 66 Princess Anne 55 Oscar Smith 63 Norview 72 Warwick 61 Newport News 93 Suffolk 61 Granby 70 Maury 64 Wilson 92 Oscar Smith 76 Norview 77 Warwick 73 Newport News 88 Suffolk 74 Hampton 87 Granny 73 Maury 69 Princess Anne gg Cradock 57 Cradock 37 Cradock 65 Cradock 76 Cradock 64 Cradock 66 Cradock 47 Cradock 40 Cradock 57 Cradock 40 Cradock 57 Cradock 68 Cradock 63 Cradock 42 Cradock 65 Cradock 47 Cradock 55 Cradock 64 Cradock 63 Cradock 68 Farliegh relays ball to Carroll. Another Admiral bites the dust. Fans duck, Admirals moan, referees blow whistle as ball “goes out.” Coach Mac Eure Coach Eure gives his senior players a few tips on ball handling: Jack Waff, Philip Piersall, “Booty” Farliegh and manager, Bobby Bailey. First row: B. Dail, B. Farliegh, M. Carroll, I. Thompson, J. Lawson, J. Moy. Second row: C. Perdue, T. Odom, Captain Jack Waff, T. Cooper, P. Piersall, J. Aydlette. P. PIERSALL Center }. WAFF Forward J. ADYLETTE Forward B. FARLEIGH Guard M. CARROLL Guard T. COOPER Center B. DAIL Guard C. PERDUE Forward T. ODOM Forward I. THOMPSON Guard 1 J. MOY Guard 1 J. LAWSON j Guard [ Waff drives against Smity. Waff dodges Tiger defender. 102 A BJ(. a A«B44 S mAL , , qmiraI l(0 lfiAL5 a ' JMRACs Front row, left to fight: D. Taylor, R. Jones, J. Robinson, Jerry Thatcher, O. Lassiter. Second row: T. Butler, E. Pieroni, T. Smith, R. Honeycutt, B. Strickland, J. Lawson, Third row: L. Griffin, L. Gray, L. Umberger, J. Zeb, Tommy Odom, P. Rollins, Manager, G. Odom. J.V. BASKETBALL Coach Alan Frazee The J. V. Basketball team, coached by Mr. Alan Frazee, finished the season with a fine record. High scorers on this year’s J. V. team were Tommy Odom and Jackie Lawson. The team took a severe jolt at midseason when Barry Dail, Jackie Lawson and Tommy Odom were promoted to the varsity. The team recovered from this shock when Lawson and Odom were returned. The team lost four straight games without the services of these three players. When two of them returned, the J. V. team came to life again. The usual starting lineup for the J. V. team was at guard, Lawson and Randy Jones or Odford Lassiter, at center, Lennie Umberger or Odom and at forward, Joe Zeb and Harry Gray. The hopes for a good team in .the future years are excellent because of this year’s J. V. team. BASKETBALL SCHEDULE Hampton Home Wilson Away Princess Anne Home South Norfolk Away Norview Away Warwick Home Newport News Away Suffolk Home Granby Away Maury Away I larnpton Away Wilson Home South Norfolk Home Norview Home Warwick Away Newport News Home Suffolk Home Granby Home Maury Home Princess Anne Away 103 O H Left to right: Suzie Oliver, Arlene MaxsonJ inda Cahoon, Loretta Willis, Sandra Breon, Sandra Poe, Arlene Johnston, Gail Page, Deanna Decker, Pat Young. Left to right, kneeling: Benny Cahoon, Judy Stalls. Standing: Paula Werz, Stevie McLawhom, Delores Keeny, Beverly Foster, Kathleen Rose, Katherine Mc- Ginnis, Nancy Pritchard, Carolyn Hall. .V. CHEERLEADERS Head Cheerleaders of Junior Varsity, Judy Stalls, Bennie Cahoon. “And if you can’t hear us, we’ll yell a little louder.” i SPRING SPORTS Ray and Jack -exchange hitting tips, Coach Frazee watches as Bernie shows proper stance; Fred looks on. Tennis Coach Byrd looks over his dashmen Hugh and Mac. Bobby Gray and Floyd Parker con- sider chances of forthcoming tennis season. IX So we strive for the glory of The objectives for the year were: So we strive for the glory of 1— To better the relation between the Student Council and the student body. 2— To have a closer relation between the S.C.A. and the P.T.A. 3— To promote school safety. 4— To improve the appearance of the school, primarily concentrating on the front of the school. 5— To continue the Citizenship Project. 6— To promote better conduct at school affairs. 7— To have more effective committees throughout the school. 8— To have more and better publicity concerning the school activities. 9— To better the relation between the students and the teachers. The year was started off with a “bang” when the student council gave a “coke party” for the teachers. This was a record year for the sale of Activity Tickets, and also a record was set for the attendance to the Back-To-School Dance. As in previous years, the Council sponsored the Homecoming Banquet on November 2, 1956. For the first time Cradock had a “mock election” on the day of the presidential election. The students registered and paid a poll-tax of If?. An assembly featured talks on the platform and stand each party took on current issues. The Council sponsored many assemblies held as open forums. Cradock was host to the Tri-C Federation in January; we continued the citizenship project; and chose the representatives to the Azaela Court in the spring. Dogwood trees were planted in front of the school, and a safety demonstration was held at the school by the State Police for the benefit of the student drivers. Also, a “color-day” was held when all students showed their spirit by showing their maroon and gold colors. The council assisted in College Day and Career Day, however, the main project of the year was the sponsoring of the Beauty Contest. The Council this year accomplished much and felt the school was bettered by our efforts. _ j r Miss Elizabeth West Marvin Bowman Seated: Miss West, A. Brown, M. Bowman, R. Jordan, J. Byrant. First Row: B. L. Sanderson, S. Smith, L. Hahn, S. Edwards-, K. Belding, M. Mixon, M. Shaffer, O. Hawkins, D. Decker, B. Bail, J. Spear, M. Wilkins, L. A. Helmson, S. Poe, C. Porter, C. Hall. Robert Jordan Alma Brown Joe Byrant Why so hot, Al? U lMiOtiCA This year the Dramatics Club was composed of 53 “eager beavers” and many worth-while activities were accomplished. We entered a prize winning float in the Homecoming Parade. A party was given by our Club to the members of the “Drums of Death” cast. The “paying assem- bly” we sponsored raised one hundred and thirty dollars for the school. We helped sell blue crutches for the Polio Drive, and in February the Dramatics Club presented an hour-long mu- sical, for an assembly program, with club mem- bers in the cast. One of the aims of the Club was cooperative friendship among its members and many new and lasting friendships were made. Top to bottom: A. Biddle, Miss Fitzgerald, M. Wilkins, P. Edwards, D. Tilley. First row: V. Osborne, B. Davis, B. L. Sanderson, J. Coblentz, S. Smith, E. Tillery, S. McCain, C. Collins, H. Benton, M. Hodges. Second row: P. Reed, C. Curtis, S. Powell, L. Helmsin, C. Brock, P. Woods, L. Carey, L. Hahn, D. Wiggins, N. Boylen. Third row: P. Ed- wards, Miss Fitzgerald, M. Wilkins, D. Tilley, A. Biddle, M. Wiggins. Fourth row: S. Edwards, M. Bowman, B. Early, E. Eason, H. Berry, P. Marlowe, N. Wimmer, G. Pipkin, S. Stafford, R. Keys, S. Marks, B. Powell, P. McKean, P. Hicks, L. De Alba, L. Tilley, K. Bray, C. Poppell. Fifth row: B. Boynton, N. Parker, T. Stephens, F. Wimberly, J. Stelmack, R. Wynn, P. Billy. llifltf TkeApl m The National Thespian Society is a relatively new club at Cradock High School. The Society had its beginning three years ago, and was a success from its establishment. The purpose of the Thespian Society is to enroll those students who have achieved out- standing work in Dramatic Arts. The main event taking place in the Society is the induction ceremony held in the Spring. There are thirteen members now in the Society all of whom are very active and interested in Dramatics. To be a Thespian one must earn ten points by participating in various dramatic productions. Seated: M. Wilkins, D. Tilley, B. Early, A. Biddle. Standing: Mr. Sindlinger. A Thespian member takes a part in Cradock’s 3-act play. First row: M. Wilkins, D. Tilley, B. Early, E. Tillery, A. Biddle, M. Shaffer, M. Bowman. Second row: T. Perry, J. Stelmack, H. Slaughter, N. Parker, A. Brown, F. Wimberly. Natimal -Hon yv odeti First Row: L. De Alba, B. Gaboon, A. Brown, M. Bowman, H. Slaughter, C. Spear, P. Young, D. Decker, D. Whitesell, E. Tillery, B. Vicks, P. Reid. Second Row: S. West, P. Hodges, P. Langford, M. Bazemore, K. Powell, F. Roland, A. Bell, P. Sims, M. West, C. Gerald, B. Phillips, M. Bragg. Third Row: M. Orlowski, R. Maynard, B. Harris, E. Mc- New, V. Osborne, D. Tilley, G. Simmons, J. McMullen, M. Wilkens, J. Bragg, P. Hicks, F. Farleigh. Fourth Row: G. Haynes, E. Whitehurst, J. Butler, P. Dong, M. Duncan, J. Stelmack. Left to right: Hope Slaughter, G. Spear, P. Young, D. Whitesell, D. Decker. The National Honor Society is a widely known organ- ization whose purpose is to promote character, to en- courage scholarship and leadership, and to stimulate a desire to render service. The National Honor Society is sponsored by the Na- tional Education Association. To become eligible for membership in this society, a student must have out- standing qualities in leadership, character, and service, and must have maintained a B average for two years. Ten percent of the Junior class and fifteen percent of the Senior class are eligible for membership. Oc UJipaJtu riA Club The Diversified Occupations Club is composed of only those students that are enrolled in D.O. The D.O. Club has worked hard to accomplish their many objectives this year. The club has an annual state meeting, an employer-employee banquet, regular monthly meeting, competitive contests with other chapters such as public speaking, essays, spelling, posters, and exhibits. Other accomplishments of the club were our Home- coming float and selling Christmas cards. The Diversified Occupations Club cooperates with other departments in the school system in carrying out school activities. First Row: E. Tessmer, L. Gaboon, K. Lee, S. Stout, C. Henkle, R. Sweazey, P. Jones, R. Creamer, J. Stephens, T. Whaley, J. Allman, M. Seagraves, F. Langlais. Second Row: J. Ward, P. Horan, A. L. Thom, S. Ward, W. Holland, J. Roone, D. Buchanan, A. Fry, J. Phillips, P. Piersall, R. Howell, G. Barnette, N. Ciutis, G. Gapps, J. Ladd, G. Eason. Left to Right: R. Sweazey, G. Henkle, P. Jones, J. Stephens. Mr. Sease 115 P. Edwards, N. Boothe. Last year, for the first time since 1947 an induction service for the Quill and Scroll Society was held in the Cradock High School Cafeteria. The Quill and Scroll is an International Honorary Society for high school and col- lege students who have done outstanding work in some phase of journalism. The Society which was lost in the many high school activities after 1947 was revived last year through the efforts of four of the staff members of “The Shipmate” and their advisor, Miss Ruth Credle. The Society was named the Ruth Credle Chapter of Quill and Scroll in honor of Miss Credle. QuM a uL .Scn M First Row: M. Shaffer, Miss Credle, P. Edwards, N. Boothe, S. Romberg, F. Farleigh. Second Row: T. Stephens, R. Rush, Y. Cun- ningham, I. Kiss, P. Payne, N. Tiller, S. Waite, G. Bass. Third Row: A. Biddle, J. Butler, E. Whitehurst, M. Kincaid, R. Sweazey, D. Decker, R. Rowe. I j 1 The Library, “the heart of the school,” has the support of the members of the Library Club. These members are usually boys and girls who are library assistants, but other students are invited to join. The Library Club this year has partici- pated in many of the activities of the school. Our aims were to promote better behavior and to encourage students to take care of our Library and its books. Top to Bottom: Miss Weaver, B. Smith, B. Roberts, J. Barnes, B. Adams. Ulm uj Club First Row: B. Roberts, B. Smith, J. Barnes, B. Adams. Second Row: M. Dunn, L. Lee, C. Overstreet, M. Vick, R. Corps, N. Knutson. Third Row; D. Sheppard, W. Rumbough, T. Myers, W. Kilpatrick. Fourth Row: H. Rawls, B. Dillahay, T. Louis. Fifth Row: D. Maynard, H. Whitley. Sixth Row: L. W. Wagner, J. Snell, D. Red- dick, L. Umberger, J. T. Williams, B. Hedgpeth. Miss Weaver NIy future work. Seated-. Mr. Ware.J. Franklin, J. ShafiFer, P. Saddler, J. Jeffries. ' Standing: J. Hawlins, M. Pleasants, E. Rh inehardt. ‘s()uhutw Edu Uitioiv Club The aims and purp ose of the Distributive Education club for this year were: 1. To provide the club members with a means of learning of the vocational oppor- tunities in the field of distribution and also of their significance to community life. 2. To develop leadership among the mem- bers who will be capable of handling im- portant responsibilities in the field of distribu- tion both now and in the future. 3. To give the student a respect for train- ing and a desire to keep abreast of current developments in distribution through the use of the training facihties available in the com- munity after graduation. 4. To provide for a helpful participation by the members in civic enterprise in order that the members may take their places in com- munity life after graduation. In addition to carrying out our aims, we participated in many of the school activities. Seated, first row, left to right: Mr. Ware, J. Frank- lin, J. Shaffer, P. Saddler, J. Jeffries. Second row: J. Foster, B. Eddins, P. Williamson, V. Kestner, R. Griffin, J. Hawkins, M. Pleasants, D. Allison, Ann Robins, A. Spivey, C. Sands, M. Lapham. Third row: R. Walker, M. Orlowski, H. Asble, W. Allison, L. Whitlock, E. Rhinehardt, H. Needham, E. McTyre, F. Everett, L. Starks, C. Bryant, B. Leasure, J. Viverette. Seated: B. Early, Mrs. Shirley Brooks, S. Ed- wards, R. Hoylman. Inter-club Council sponsors BLUE CRUTCH DRIVE. mje v-Cfub CmjniMse The Inter-Club Council was organized to help solve the problems that grow in clubs. The Council consists of a president, secre- tary, publicity chairman, and all club presi- dents. Our main objective is to help the clubs function better. In fulfilling this, we have organized new clubs, helped build up old ones, encouraged better planned meetings. and helped to solve individual club problems. The largest project we sponsored was the “Blue Crutch” Campaign for the March of Dimes in Portsmouth and Norfolk County. The Inter-Club Council has proved to be very successful in the past. We hope it can continue to serve the clubs in years to come. We owe much of our success to our very able sponsor, Mrs. Shirley Brooks. Seated: R. Cramer, B. Early, Mrs. Brooks, S. Ed- wards, R. Hoylman, N. Boothe. Standing: S. Slay- don, G. Page, C. Beasley, K. Combs, M. Wilkins, B. Adams, B. Farleigh, E. Whitehurst, A. Brown, J. Waff, C. Barnette, S. Oliver, D. McFall, P. Ed- wards, J. Shaffer, C. Simmons, N. Lowe, D. Decker, G. Bass, J. Gift. Admjjwl -Ho-lJ The Admirals Hi-Y is a branch of the Young Men’s Christian Association. It is composed of boys in the high school. We started this year with the purpose of helping the students understand the Christian ways of life, and helping others to the best of our ability. We tried to let the students of Cradock know what our club stood for and what we had done. Our club has endeavored to carry out its purpose— “to create, maintain and extend through the home, school, and community, high standards of Christian Character.” We feel it is not necessary to list the projects that were successful this past year, because it is evident what our club has done. All boys who are interested in Hi-Y work are always welcome to join. It’s a joy to belong to the Admirals Hi-Y. First Row: S. Allen, O. Hawkins, F. Crouch, Mr. Sindlinger. Second Row: B. Aydlette, J. Moy, T. Cooper, C. Spear. First Row: E. tcNew, H. Green, C. Simpson, E. Seager, N. Ryder, C. Porter, F. Calloway, J. Moy, J. Lawson, S. Allen, B. Farleigh, H. Amory, O. Hawkins, C. Spear, T; Cooper, B. Bailey, R. Jones, C. Barnette, J. Grubbs, C. Gould, S. Weaver. Second Row: C. Rollins, M. Mixon, L. Harrington, J. Underwood, W. Hood, B. Aydlette, J. Butler, B. Nance, W. Smith, T. Winston, J. Bryant, C. Buck, R. Smith, P. Dong, T. Cotton, P. Rollins, Mr. W. Sindlinger. Third Row: C. Matthews, L. Root, J. Zerkle, L. Lawson, J. Estes, D. McDaniel, C. Ford, T. Butler, R. Bick- ley, G. Toller, T. Taylor, R. Wilburn, J. Hanbury, S. Slaughter, B. Grimes, D. Johnson, B. Orrack, K. Helmsman, K. Dice. Absent: F. Grouch. ! Omitopk iA The Christophers Hi-Y is a branch of the Young Men’s Christian Association. It is composed of boys who are interested in Hi-Y work. This year we had a float in the Homecoming pa- rade, collected food for the needy at Thanksgiving, sponsored a dance at the Y.M.C.A. and also one at school for the 8th grade. We had swimming parties and sponsored a team in the Hi-Y Basketball league. New members are always welcome to join the Christophers Hi-Y. First Row: C. Logwood, J. Phillips, K. Combs, C. Henkle, D. Edwards, B. Spence, J. Shelton. Second Row: A. Breeden, J. McAdams, D. Pritchard, B. Jamison, J. Canada, M. Carroll, J. Sykes, I. Thompson. Third Row: B, Watson, L. Gray, G. White, B. Beachboard, J. Russell, B. McCraney, G. Odom, J. Aydlette. Fourth Row: E. Prillaman, C. Harbough, P. Zasaides, R. Mathei- son. Seated: B. Spence, C. Hinkle, K. Combs. Standing: Mr. Richardson, E. Pruitt, J. Phil- lips, B. Jamison, B. Mathison. Gloria Bass Adjnmc(Jl The Admirals Tri-Hi-Y is one of the youngest, but largest clubs in Cradock High School. It was organized in 1953 and since then it has become very active. The platform of our club is clean speech, clean sportsmanship, and clean living. With the aid of our sponsor. Miss Joyce Clingenpeel, we have tried to measure our club up to these standards. Some of our activities for the year have been to supply the Little Theater with usherettes for one of their plays, to hold our annual Mother-Daughter Banquet, and to sponsor the P.T.A. Nursery. For entertainment we had a dance at the Y.M.C.A. and several “splash parties.” This year we have, tried very hard to help the less- fortunate at Thanksgiving and Christmas. We collected food for the needy at Christmas and helped the fire department dress dolls for the underprivileged children. First Row: F. Langley, M. Woodard, M. laylor, L. Anderson, A. Maxson, J. Howell, E. Dom, S. Willis, M. King, M. Roe, F. Belcher. Second Row: L. Willis, J. Benson, B. Bass, K. Cross, F. Jones, A. Odom, P. Elliot, B. Smith, I. Kiss, R. Evans, Miss Clingenpeel, L. Gardener, G. Bass, F. Richardson, J. Stalls, B. Chapman, D. May, P. JefiFries, L. Batton, C. Hall, P. Werz, D. Jones, C. Mastin, M. Long, B. Dom, J. Hall, M. Robinson. Third Row: J. Livingston, M. Wilburn, S. Jenkins, M. Ehoff, D. McFall, E. Pickett, B. Smith, B. Whaley, P. Sims, P. Wooten, D. Jones. First Row: Miss J. Clingenpeel, J. Stalls, B. Smith, I. Kiss, J. Benson. Second Row: B. Whaley, P. Wooten, A. Odom, P. Elliot, F. Jones, B. Bass. UliUlllililS Officers: (1. to r.): S. Sawyer, S. Poe, D. Keeney, F. Ayscue. Our club under the sponsorship of Miss Audrey Gaboon has worked very hard to accomplish its plans for the success of the Sigma this year. The club members, selected as the theme for the year, “Helping Others” for all the club projects were centered around aiding others, whether sick or less fortunate. Foi recreation during the year there were parties and other socials which proved very important for the development of cooperation among the girls. The goal of the Sigma Tri-Hi-Y is to succeed in all they may attempt to do ahcJ to defend and live up to the high standards and high ideals of the club. The Sigma Tri-Hi-Y, based on Christian principles, was established to promote a spirit of fellowship, leader- ship, responsibility and understanding within its cap- able members. First Row: F. Ayscue, S. Sawyer, S. Poe, L. Gaboon, D. Keeney, C. Henkle, S. Oliver, A. Richardson. Second Row: I. Holt, J. Hamilton, C. Jones, S. Morris, B. Chapman, K. Toth, D. Grant, G. Blow, A. Hoffler, B. Credle, B. Gaboon, B. Tarte, S. Pope. Third Row: A. Atkins, J. Norris, B. Carrigan, D. Cooper, K. McGinnis, M. Willman, C. Briggs, J. Jozwick, M. Hollowell, L. Mason, M. Eason, J. King, J. Dejarnette, K. Prince. amm 75 The Gamma Tri-Hi-Y is a ' fellowship of high school girls who are committed to a Christian purpose at work, in the home, school, and community. Our money-raising projects engaged in during this year were: bake sales and a dance at the Y. The non- profit projects were splash parties for the girls in the club, collecting food for the needy at Thanksgiving and Christmas and helping canvass for the Polio Drive. The club sent delegates to the Model General Assembly. Our club strived through the year to uphold our club’s purpose, “to create, maintain aijd extend through- out the home, school and community high standards of Christian character.” Officers: E. Templeton, L. Taylor, B. Burch, N. Tiller. First Row: L. Taylor; B. Burch; E. Templeton, N. Lowe; N. Tiller; Mrs. Wilkinson. Second Row: M. Bolen; R. Murphy; P. Fisher. Third Row: J. Winfrey; C. Shelton; D. Hill; S. Pritchard; B. McManus. etcb This year the members of the Beta Tri-Hi-Y have strived to make their club the best and most ' active in Cradock. In upholding the purpose of the Tri-Hi-Y, which is, “to create, maintain, and extend through the home, school, and community high standards of Christian character,” we accomplished many worthwhile activi- ties. These activities included sponsoring an Easter egg hunt for a children’s orphanage and sending valentines to orphans, visiting boys in the Portsmouth Naval Hos- pital, canvassing for food at Thanksgiving, sponsoring a. family at Christmas, helping with the March of Dimes, and attending church as a group. Additional projects included several rummage sales and sending delegates to the District Conference and to the Model General Assembly. With the help of our sponsor, Mrs. Rhea Carter, our club has successfully carried out its purpose and aims for the year. Officers: Mrs. Rhea Carter, N. Car- First Row: G. Page. Second Row: R. Cox, S. Hobbs. Third Row: ter, R. Cox, S. Koren, V. Wildman, V. Wildman, S. Campbell, B. Mayo. Fourth Row: S. Koren, L. G. Gerald. Dorsett. Fifth Row: D. Cox. Sixth Row: N. Carter, R. Dillahay. Seventh Row: C. Gerald, M. L. Parker. Eighth Row: A. Reid, Mrs. Carter, M. West, S. Purkey, C. Dorsett, F. Jordan, P. Hodges, P. Langford, S. Breon, V. Hilton, N. Hilton. Absent from picture: P. Brently. in;?inriii KappOy 1 -Hu-lj Alma Brown. The Kappa Tri-Hi-Y consists of Christian girls who are working together for the betterment of the school and community. The girls love their club and have all worked hard on this year’s projects. For Homecoming, the girls entered a float in the Homecoming parade. They canvassed in Lee HaU Apartments for food to give to the needy families at Thanksgiving, and they sponsored a family at Christ- mas. For the March of Dimes drive, they participated in the sale of blue crutches and sponsored the annual Mile of Pennies. They contributed money to World Service, took part in the Easter assembly, sent delegates to the Model General Assembly, and conducted a large_ installation service for the new officers. Our whole-hearted thanks go to Mrs. Carolyn AUen who was our sponsor. First Rotv: P. Brower, D. Cassidy, G. Woodard, Y. Cunningham, Mrs. Allen, K. Rose, A. Brown, C. Barnette, M. Seagraves, P. Young, F. Powell. Second Row: R. Bohlen, L. Frazier, G. Pritchard, N. Cousins, K. Belding, B. Phillips, P. Payne, N. Swisher, M. Martin, K. Powell, D. Decker, D. Rhine, N. Pritchard, J. Sutphin, A. Wright, J. Bell, N ' . Kirsh, S. McLawhom, P. Wyatt, C. Har- lowe, J. Hare, P. Neese. Third Row: K. Perdue, R. Garmin, S. Gregory, S. Hicks, L. Peele, H. Slaughter, A. Johnson, M. Shaffer, C. Dixon, M. Bennett, N. Liddle, A. Cosner, J. Rose, L. Wilkes, M. Marrs, B. Benyhill, B. J. Brown, J. Euglow, P. Kay. First Row: P. Young, Mrs. Allen, C. Barnette, K. Rose. Second Row: Y. Cunningham, M. Seagraves, K. Belding, P. Kay, M. Martin. Umbd i n -Ho-U The Lambda Tri-Hi-Y had a very successful year this year under the guidance and help of Mrs. Eliza- beth Bruce, and the whole-hearted support of the entire club. This club consists of Christian girls who are all work- ing for a common goal: “Spreading Christian character throughout the school and community.” The highlight of our activities was our participation in the “blue crutch” campaign for the benefit of the March of Dimes. We also helped in the canvassing for food at Thanksgiving, and the sponsoring of a family at Christmas. We entered a float in the Homecoming parade, and we sent two delegates to the Model Gen- eral Assembly, however, we are the proudest of the Christmas party we gave for the “Home for the Aged.” We conducted the largest installation service for new officers in the history of our club. Officers: R. Toth, M. Griffin, C. Edwards, Mrs. Bruce, J. Spear, E. Tessmer. First Row. C. Chapman, F. Ladd, B. Cross, C. Edwards, Mrs. Bruce, M. Griffin, S. Slaydon, E. Tessmer, J. Spear, M. Bragg, R. Toth. Second Row: J. Pittman, P. Watson, J. Ladd, G. Bu- chanan, F. Roland, A. Bell, A. Thompson, A. Linkous, R. Bogan, M. Gainer, M. Sexton, S. Hales. Third Row: S. Pickett, V. Skinner, J. Randolph, M. Miller, L. Griffin, B. Hord, P. Malone, J. Bragg. LriJl.Uill; hj Wte ofAnmim First Row: B. East, P. Burke, C. Lawmann, Miss Waddle, C. Simmons, N. Bailey, M. Bazemore. Second Row: B. Fisk, C. Sawyer, L. Green, L. Stallings, P. Lakes, J. Fox, F. Gray, A. Johnson, E. Hughes. Third Row: B. Hughes, J. McMullen, C. Hylie, B. Walker, M. Byrant, J. Roper, B. Gray, M. Gorp. F.H.A. stands for Future Homemakers of America. F.H.A. is the banding and work- ing together of young girls who will be the future leaders of America. It is a state and national organization of pupils studying homemaking in Junior and Senior High ' Schools. “Toward New Horizons,” the motto of F.H.A., expresses the purpose of the or- ganization. The members of the Cradock Chapter have had a very busy year, constructing a float for - the Homecoming parade, collecting food for the needy, entertaining other chap- ters, and working on individual home projects. Waddle The Art Club is a club for students who wish to express an interest in art. They selected projects for the year which would add to the spirit and beauty of the school in this way. In November a float was entered in the Homecoming contest and tied for first place with two other clubs; food was collected for the needy at Thanksgiving; clothes and toys were collected at Christmas. Displays were made for holidays and contests. A project was undertaken for the Y.M.C.A. and several socials were held. Bottom: Jettonne Stephens, Fred Kennedy, Charlene Rottet, Earlene Whitehurst. First Step: Patsy Grimes, Charlotte Jones, Linda Conner. Second Step: Mrs. Gowings, Nancy Rodreguiz, Judy Simms, Peggy Stewart. Third Step: Eddie Moore, Kitty Meiggs, Patty D. Fourth Step: Ann Bowles, Carol Taylor. Fifth Step: Buddy Overcash, Brenda Johnson, Ann Wright. Sixth Step: Lynn Werner. Absent from picture: Glenn Hollowell, Walter Hudson. ■A ' ti QuJ) Bottom to top: Earlene Whitehurst, Fred Kennedy, Jettonne Stephens, Charlene Rottet. Halloween Contest Winners: Evelyn Loyd, Beverly Sawyer. 129 This year the Science Club of Cradock High School has taken part in several projects. A float was entered in the Homecoming parade on the topic of Prohibition; food was collected for the needy family we were sponsoring at Thanksgiving. We planned to sell “Blue Crutches” for the polio drive. We arranged. to have free polio vaccine shots for all students that desired them in cooperation with the County clinic. As a club project we planned to assemble Science Treasure Chests to help teach science in the lower grades. We planned to enter state and national science contests. We owe much of our success to our very able sponsors, Mr. Niemeyer and Mr. Mandell. Mr. Bill Niemeyer First Row: B. Cahoon, C. Dennis, A. Hamilton, J. Mc- Lawhom, G. Hayes, R. Early, C. Beazley, W. Wood, Mr. Mandell, Sponsor. Second Row: F. Galuska, K. Potta, K. Appelle, B. Harris, B. Crisp, R. Pierce, J. Sherrard. Third Row: R. Maynard, D. Powell, F. Cos- ner, G. Whitehurst, J. Linenback, D. Cafe, R. Copeland. Science (U Mr. Afan Mandell G. Hayes, J. McLawhom, W. Wood, C. Beazley. i First Row: K. Wagoner, D. Rary, V. Kestner, B. Eddins, T. Cockes, D. Breeden, J. Franklin, S. Gayle,. P. Williamson, Mr. Wayne Hogan. Second Row: B. Burnette, L. Grant, J. Allman, B. Vicks, R. Kopher, G. Robertson, S. Sclater,- B. L. Qualtney, G. Walton, L. Spain, G. Rich- ardson, P. Hatcher.- Third Row: B. Newbum, V. Lumber, N. Neal, S. Taylor, S. Drew, L. Whitlock, R. Jones, R. Wall, D. Benton, G. Capps, K. Smith. ' BiM OU Officers: R. Jones, M. Branch, V. Kesjt er, P. Williamson. “Telling teens today Christ is the only way,” is the motto of the Bible Club this year. Our aims are, to co- operate with the school, and to promote Christian Fellowship among the students. The club supports Youth for Christ and holds prayer meeting in the cafe- terir before school. At Homecoming we entered a float in the parade. We canvassed for food and provided clothing for the needy at Thanksgiving and Christmas. Cradock High School’s spiritual standards is of definite interest to us, as Christians. We realize that only after our spiritual needs are supplied, that our moral standards can be raised. 131 First Row, left to right: R. Sweazey, D. McIntosh, R. Hoyman, Mr. Tyson, Sponsor. Second Row: B. Roache, P. Horan, J. Bacon, A. L. Thom, G. Britt. Third Row: J. Moore, A. Fry, J. Costal, T. Carter. Officers: G. Britt, D. McIntosh, R. Hoylman, Mr. Tyson. The 1956-57 year was a very successful one for the Photography Club. Our twenty-two members worked actively under the leadership of our sponsor, Mr. Tyson. The purpose of the club is to teach the members the correct way to develop negatiYCs and print and enlarge pictures. We liad a completely outfitted darkroom in which to work. The club had a darkroom session each week for demonstratioijs or a field trip for taking pictures. Busi- ness meetings were held every two weeks. A committee devised a point system to eliminate all those club members not wishing to work or participate j in the club actit ' ities, this has resulted in more effective j use of our facilities and club program. Mr. Farris, Sponsor. Russel Hoyman, President. rutuj(£ ' Teacke fA ofAinm ui First Row, left to right: S. Saffard, P. Brouwer, D. Wiggins, M. Bragg, Mrs. Henry Carter, P. Young, C. Barnette, P. Malone, J. Bragg, K. Prince, E. Loyld, B. Sawyer, M. King, K. Toth. Second Row: F. Farliegh, S. Marks, M. Wilburn, J. Christenbury, D. Grant, K. McGinnis, C. Briggs, S. Jenkins, K. Powell, M. Wellman, G. Blow, P. Kay, N. Gousins, G. Jones, N. Liddle, B. Gredle. Third Row: F. Richardson, L. Helmsin, P. Elliot, M. Hollowell, J. Euglow, D. Kenney, A. Hoffman, B. Bass, E. Hughes, L. Hahn. Mrs. Henry Carter, Sponsor. Bottom step, left to. right: Mrs. Henry Carter, K. Prince, P. Young. Second step: E. Lloyd, B. Sawyer, C. Barnette. Top step: J. Bragg, P. Malone. The Future Teachers of America is a group of girls and boys who are planning to go to college and study to be teachers. The biggest project of the_ year was practice teaching at James Hurst and Cradock Elementary schools. The members were excused from school one day each month to help teach students in the grammar grades. Other projects of the year included entering a float in the Homecoming parade, sponsoring a car wash, and selling blue crutches for the March of Dimes. The entire club members attended both county F.T.A. meetings. The club was privileged to have as members two of the county F.T.A. officers. They are Pat Young, reporter, and Floyd Farleigh, treasurer. The members would lik e to thank Mrs. Henry Carter for serving as our sponsor. 133 First Row: R. Jordon, M. West, C. Meade, R. Cullen, C. Harrison, J. Gift. Second Row: J. Turner, S. Kennedy, V. Keen, P. Sims, J. Saunders, S. West. Third Row: Miss Marlowe, J. Wade, Mr. Moore, M. Smith, B. Jozwick. Futum ' BuAutm Lmdm of Anmlocu I I The Future Business Leaders of America Club is an organisation for students of business. Its purpose is to bring about a better business understanding on the part of the members and to generally promote better citizen- ship and higher morale. The first activit of the club was to install a new chapter of the F. B. L. A. at Churchland. A float was entered in the homecoming parade. . t Thanksghdng and Christmas we canvassed for food. Our annual attraction, the Student- Faculty Basketball Game. M. West, C. Mead|s, J. Gift, R. GuUen, C. Harrison, R. Jordon. Sponsors: Mr. Moore, Miss Marlowe. President, Juanita Gift. 1 ' BetteA LeWve Top to Bottom: Mr. Graham, S, Romberg, J. Pinelli, B. Sawyer, N. Boothe. First Row; N. Boothe, M. Edwards, J. Thompson, L. Dickens, E. Wade. Second Row: S. Romberg, W. Ogbume, S. Waite, E. Lloyd. Third Row: B. Sawyer, C. Pierce, R. Rush. Fourth Row: J. Pinelli, M. Duncan, Mr. W. D. Graham. Mr. Graham Cradock’s Literary Club, “Belles Lettres,” is designed to create Literary interest in Cradock. The club’s project is the publication of The Log. Aside from production of the magazine, the organization is active in the Inter-club Council. Entering a float in the homecoming parade, canvassing for food and supporting the Blue Crutch Campaign are several other activities. The sponsors of the Belles Lettres Club are Mr. W. D. Graham and Mrs. Betty ‘Yarborough. The forensic team and other literary programs are supported by the club. No restrictions are made except that the members have a good average in grades and be interested in the literary side of high school life. 135 Standing, First Row: Vernon Bess, Don Taylor, Bennie Roach, Steven Spindell, Kenneth Bass, Barbara .Gilbert, Lynn Werner, Mary Hollowell, Ann Brown, Nancy Booth, Katherine Ervin, Linda Hayes ' , Shirley Jenkins, Selba Morris. Seated, First Row: Paul Billy, Crayton Kelly, Pat Elliot, Carlton Rose, Shelby Newton, Jo Jozwick, Pat Brouwer, Virginia Keen, Dorothy Cooper, L. W. Wagner, Richard Day„.3arbara Berryhill, Ray Gregory, -Ralph Early, Phyllis Hicks, Brenda McManus, Mr. Linzey, Director. Ladies and Gentlemen; your Cradock High School- Band! This was the familiar phrase heard as the Band began its famous, entertain- ing half-time show each week during football season. Among the various shows each week, you may remember Elvis Presley, Lhe $64,- 000,000 Vote Challenge, and the Invention of Fire. Music and formations were learned in a hurry— fifty-seven formations to be exact, each one with music. In addition to the weekly half-time shows, the band, during football season, marched in a number of parades including the Oyster Bowl in Norfolk and the Boat Regatta in Elizabeth City, N. C. Kenneth Bass, Drum Major. 136 HIGH BAND Shirley Hales, Ernie Prilliman, Eddie McNew, Char- lotte Jones, Eddie Ross, Ronnie Pierce, Joyce Bragg, Gene Sands, Sandra Safford, Monroe Duncan, Earl Mills, Alan Wheless, Gerry Bacon, John Nelson, Dean Willard, Robert Faye, Carol Harrison, Kay Prince, Victor Alienello, Gary Hayes, Helen Benton, Billy Stokes, Tommy Carter, Wayne Ogburn, Janine King, George Whitehurst, Ed Segar, George Mills, Buddy Overcash, Frances Ayscue, Norman Parker, Don Caffee, Wayne Williams, Jean Randall, Bemie Kirsch. ymon fied This year in addition to the annual Spring Concert the band also gave a Christmas Con- cert which was enthusiastically accepted. The Virginia All-State Band found a fair share of Cradock Bandmembers participating. Among the numerous honors the band has received have been awards for playing difficult music excellently, in the annual festival, rated by nationally known judges, awards for march- ing, and being invited to participate in the Tobacco Festival in Bichmond, the Christmas Parade in Washington, D. C. and the Apple Blossom Festival in Winchester. Who hit that sour note? Band Staff: {left to right): K. Prince, J. Bragg, N. Parker, V. Bess, M. Duncan, C. Jones, G. Hayes, E. Segar, R. Early, P. Elliott, K. Bass. Oujo (ugk - Ateppl i ntaj(HetteA First Row: P. Elliot. Second Row: M. Robbins, L. Hayes, H. Rowe, L. Ervin, A. Brown, N. Boothe, K. Prince. Monogmrv Clah The Monogram Club is one of the youngest clubs at Cradock. It was organized in the Autumn of 1955. Our purpose is to promote school spirit at our athletic events. To obtain membership, each boy must be a monogram winner and be passed by the Athletic Board of the school. As a club in its early growth, we feel we have met with success. It is our aim, with the addition of new members, cooperation and loyalty, that we will continue in success for the benefit of Cradock High School and the community at large. Mr. Larry Weldon First Row: Coach Larry Weldon. Second Row. F. Parker, R. Cox, B. Kirsch. Third Row: P. Dodd, T. Perry, B. Whitner, J. WafiF, M. Kincaid, N. Morgan, E. Nickson, B. Gray, R. Hollowell, J. Honeycutt, W. Atwood, G. Meiggs, S. Komer. 139 I Mrs. Nance Miss Miller OfiwAidcS ut£i The boys and girls who serve as office as- sistants are especially selected by the senior clerk after a tw ' o-week try-out period. Office assistants are required to keep a good average in grades, to be dependable, coopera- tive, punctual and pleasant at all times. First Row: J. Randolph, G. Wildman, L. Phil- lips. Second Row: F. Rice, P. Hudson, F. Belcher, L. Gardener, K. Perdue, N. Neal, L. Grant, N. White, E. Wade, A. Thompson. Third Row: F. Whimberly, B. Bailey. The objectives of the Parent-Teacher Asso- ciation this year were: to promote the welfare of youth in home, school, church and com- munity; to raise the standards of home life; to secure adequate laws for the care and protec- tion of children and youth; to bring into closer relation the home and the school, that parents and teachers may cooperate intelligently in the training of the child; to secure between educa- tors and the general public such united efforts as will secure for every child the highest ad- vantage in physical, mental, social and spiritual education. Mrs. J. S. Shepherd Sitting: Mrs. Edgar Brown, Jr., Mrs. Little, Mrs. J. S. Shepherd, Mrs. W. T . Leary, Mrs. Saunders. Standing: Miss Cora Mae Fitzgerald, Mr. Bill Niemeyer, Mrs. Mann, Mrs. Rawlings, Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Orak, Mrs. Creadle, Mrs. Sherman. Absent from picture: Mr. C. Decker. GIRLS’ CHORUS First Row (left to right): J. Sutphin, A. Hoffler, S. Willis. Second Row: S. Pope, E. Hughes, M. Winston. Third Row: S. Hobbs, M. Miller, B. Leasure, G. Tiller. First Row: (left to right): D. Rary, R. Smith, G Wright, F. Powell, S. Slaughter, K. Wagnor, S. Smith B. Burnette, R. Boygin. Second Row: K. Bray, M. Corp B. Davis, P. Hamilton, P. Breeden, A. Linkous, M Harris, N. Neal, K. Cross. Third Row. J. Franklin, J Livingston, K. Dennis, B. Dail, R. Keele, F. Gomel, E Stokes, G. Bass, M. Ehoff. ' Fourth Row: S. Ward, J Scott, B. Dilkahay, Mac Kincaid, J. Davis, D. Carrawan R. Wynn, D. McMerrian. Chomu 142 Bottom Row, (left to right): S. Smith, Miss Clingenpeel. Top Row: Mac Kincaid, Gloria Bass. The Log The Log, a literary magazine contain- ing articles written by the students, was published in two issues for the third year by the Belles Lettres Club, spon- sored by Mr. Graham. The editor-in- chief was Nancye Boothe: assistant edi- tor, Shirley Waite; lay-out editor, Bev- erly Sawyer; art editor, Sarah Rhom- burg; advertising manager, Monroe Duncan, a business manager, and a dis- tribution manager. The Log was composed of many dif- ferent articles of interest to the students : unique short stories, original poems, essays and brain twisting puzzles. Any student who wished was urged to write articles for the Log. The Log was a very successful magazine. Staff, seated, left to right: J. Pinelli, N. Booth, J. Thompson, M. Edwards, N. Eanes, S. Waite, S. Romberg. Standing: B. Sawyer, M. Duncan, W. Osborne, N. Parker, Mr. Graham, £. Lyod. Everyone busy to help put out another fine edition of the Log. Assistant Editor Johnny Butler Editor-in-Chief Marcella Shaffer Associate Editor Albert Biddle Co- Advertising Manager Irene Kiss Co- Advertising Manager Gloria Bass Co-Circulation Manager Deanna Decker Co-Circulation Manager Yvonne Cunningham Business Manager Patsy Payne We Cotck tke (M Lo !k pbuZ of ' 57 Co-bports Editor Curt Spear Co-Sports Editor Loretta Willis Art Editor Nancy Swisher Photographer Robert Sweazey Co -Organization Editor Barbara Smith Co-Organization Editor Sherrie Slaydon sponsors Miss Byrd and Mr. Sease The Shipmate is put out monthly by the stu- dents. It is a member of the Quill and Scroll and the Southern Inter scholastic Press Asso - ciation. EDITORIAL STAFF Editor Associate Editor Make - Up-Editors Sports Editors Column Editor F eature Editor Front Page Editor E.xchange Editor Photographic Editor Advisors Typists Patricia Edwards Tyronne Stephens Nancy Lowe and Sam Allen Jesse Wiggins and Mac Kin- caid Audri Odom Nancy Tiller Floyd Farleigh Hugh Amory Robert Sweazey Miss RuthCredle and Mr . Noble Moore Geraldine Wade Audri Odom Patricia Edwards THE SHIPMATE ATTEND CHURCH FIRST THINK NUMBER 4 CRADOCK HIGH SCHOOL, NORFOLK COUNTY, VIRGINIA VOLUME 11 Editorials, features, news stories, and columns all go into the making of The Shipmate, the eyes and ears of our school life. The Shipmate has an energetic staff which constantly strives to uphold the ideals of good journalism. Publication activities this year included the Tidewater Press Association at Norview High School in November, and the Southern Inter- scholastic Press Association at Washington and Lee University in April. The Shipmate Staff is indebted to its readers and supporters and thanks all who have worked to make this year successful. Advisor Miss Ruth Credle Audri Odom, Feature Editor; Booty Farleigh, Front Page Editor; Nancy Tiller, Column Editor; Louise Mason, Assistant Editor. Jesse Wiggins, Sports; Sam Allen, Make Up; Mac Kincaid, Sports; Hugh Amory, Exchange. So we gaily go all out for The winning float. Old friends renew friend- ships. Queens Court; Joan Spear, Junior; Janice Dejarnett, Maid of Honor; Patsy Payne, Queen; Dorthy Jones, Soph- omore. Cradock welcomed the classes of ’31, ’41 and ’51 this year at their Annual Homecoming celebration November 2. Everyone held his breath and crossed his fingers hoping the weatherman would be wrong in his prediction of rain. Our wishing paid off and Homecoming was celebrated under a clear sky. The celebration began with a colorful parade featuring the club floats, Majorettes and Drill Teams. Later the graduates were honored at the Homecoming Banquet sponsored by the Student Council. At the pre-game show given by the Princess Anne Band, the Dramatic, Art, and the Diversified Occupations Clubs received awards for the best floats. After the game a dance was given in honor of the Alumni. Congratulations to Mr. Sindlinger, Deanna Decker and Marcella Shaffer and the Homecoming Committees for the fine job. HOMECOMING CHAIRMEN Deanna Decker, Marcella ShafiFer ( Half-time was highlighted with the crowning of the Queen, Miss Patsy Payne and the King, Mr. Bill Nance« Our guest helps in the decision for a future college. College Day was observed at Cradock in November. Representatives from leading col- leges all over the country came to speak on opportunities available at their colleges. The purpose of College Day is to help students decide which college they would like to attend. The student has the oppor- tunity to go to visit the representatives of two colleges. Here the representative gives a brief account of finances, course, and social life which his college offers. 152 CotM i I I tU ' HOW TO TAKt A TIST fm WHAT SHALL fir5r=- - ■- “What shall I be?”— That is the question that young people ask every day. To help students decide a future career “Career Day” is observed at Cradock; this year it was held March 5. Police work. Air Lines, Radio, Tele- vision, Art, Forestry, Modeling and Medicine were some of the different fields that were represented. The representatives of the dif- ferent professions and trades gave a brief talk on their field of work, demonstrated ma- chines and answered questions for the stu- dents in order for them to help in the im- portant choice of a future career. “Career Day” helps in the students’ choice by show- ing the particular duties that have to be per- formed in the chosen profession. 153 Drums of Death The strange disappearance of the owner of the Baily Mansion and lurking ghost kept the audience of “Drums of Death” on the edge of their seats until the final curtain. Everyone considered the play a major success. Best Actor and Actress awards were given to Joe Bryant and Marcy Wilkins. Frank Wimberely received an award for out- standing work behind the stage. Kneeling: J. Bryant, M. Wilkins; Standing: L. DeAlba, E. Eason, B. Early, A. Brown, N. Pritchard, M. Bowman, N. Parker, A. Biddle. “Celeste” goes into seance as member of Haley Mansion watch. D. Tilley presents acting awards to Marcy Wilkins and Joe Bryant as Mr. Sindlinger watches. CAST Celeste Jules Mr. Harley Paula Bailey Mrs. Gillette Amelia Gillette . Mrs. Oakley Doctor Cameron Eugenia Bowles Newt Cooper . Monsters Director Marcy Wilkins Joe Bryant Norman Parker Nancy Pritchard Alma Brown Betty Early Ellen Eason Al Biddle Linda DeAlba Marvin Bowman Monroe Duncan Kenneth Combs Mr. William Sindlinger .1 I Mr. Sindlinger directs student. ■miarL- 1 Mr. Carter and Miss Weaver talk of “old times”; Mr. Sindlinger prepares to take pictures for Life magazine; while Miss Fitzgerald watches; Mrs. Brinkley admires Mrs. Nance in her cap and gown. rCbCdjft Yes, faculty members can be human be- ings, too, and they proved it in their in- terpretation of “Goodbye My Fancy,” a de- lightful comedy about a news columnist re- turning to her old alma mater. The play was a huge success with Mrs. Mary Brinkley and Mr. Larry Weldon re- ceiving acting awards; other outstanding performances were made by Mr. Sindlinger, Mrs. Mullen, Miss Weaver and Mrs. Carter. The director was Miss Margarette Miller. Mr. Booker and Mr. Barnes admire-er-literature. First Row: Mrs. Allen, Miss Waddle, Mrs. Brooks. Second Row: Mrs. Mullen, Miss Clingenpeel, fiss Cannon, Miss Owens. It’s magic? All students vote on eleetion day, Mr. Tyson and his camera bugs. We listen to the band practice, The Cradock Sextette: F. Powell, C. Lauman, K. Powell, L. Spann, J. Pinelli, L. DeAlba. A serious moment among Cradock students. The most valuable of all our memories are those from our school years. From the open- ing of school in September when the trees were covered with bright autumn leaves to the bright day in June and graduation, we gathered these memories. We now look back to the year just passed, 1956-1957, and the events that make this year special. With September came the screams of Cra- dock students as football season opened. En- thusiasm was high and the “Admirals” looked forward to a winning season. Through October the “Admirals” brought home victories. November was ushered in with Home Coming and the football season was brought to a close with the Lions Bowl Game. December was filled with holiday celebra- tions. “Drums of Death” was presented as the three-act play. In the Christmas spirit, the Admirals Hi-Y gave a Christmas party to underprivileged children. The “Mistletoe Hop” began the Christmas vacation. January was greeted with the basketball season, and the students looked nervously forward to exams. The faculty play highlighted the month of February. March was met by rain but spirits were high as the Seniors presented their play— “Sorority House.” The. Freshmen-Sophomore Prom was held March 30. April shown bright and clear and brought the Beauty Contest and the three-act plays. The Band Concert was given during the month of May. June brought exams and for the Seniors graduation. 157 graduates well always carry Cradock ' s spirit with us! Compliments of W. J. PARKER Merchants and Wholesale Groceries, Tobaccos and Confections Farmers Bank 701 Crawford Street EXport 9-1461 Three Convenient Locations 1625 High Street 217 High Street Congratulations Since 1 885 to the Class of 1 957 ALEXANDER ' S CORNER A. W. OLIVER Plumbing and Heating Export 7-4066 Virginia Electric and Power Company 623 High Street 159 Portsmouth Tool Die Company j O. K. Rubber Welders I Welding and General Machine Work 100 Victory Boulevard 3085 Olive Branch Portsmouth, Virginia Telephone EX 7-4721 Portsmouth, Virginia We Deliver Sales Highway Pharmacy 1 Morris Company Phone EX 7-8742 INCORPORATED Elliot Street George Washington Highway 1 206 High Street Best Wishes Best Wishes The Hub 1 160 i Portsmouth Lumber Company Congratulations COOPER ' S INC. to the Graduating Class of 1957 Whitlock - - Dunn GENERAL CONTRACTORS 3408 George Washington Highway Compliments of Blackman ' s Pharmacy Waterview Pharmacy Park View Pharmacy ROGER CLOTHES AT 331 High Street TOWN AND COUNTRY CRADOCK Jewelers - Silversmiths OPTOMETRISTS 327 High Street Phone EX 7-4678 Robertson Hardware Co., Inc. The Hardware Hustlers 700 Crawford Street Portsmouth, Vo. Phone EX 9-2465 Compliments of AFTON CLEANERS 74 Afton Parkway 161 Congratulations 1 Congratulations Class of 57 ' ' MASON HAYNES CORPORATION LU SUADE 920 High Street Portsmouth, Vo. AMOCO GAS STATION W. T. GRANT CO. George Washington Highway 302 High Street Bainbridge Avenue Portsmouth, Vo. THE FAMOUS When You Think of Shoes Think of TOWN AND COUNTRY SHOPPING CENTER 162 Portsmouth Electric Supplies, Inc. Residential and Commercial Lighting Fixtures 1817 High Street Portsmouth, Va. Goldsmith Athletic Equipment L M. HARRELL SON 607 High Street Compliments of Bostonian and Mansfield Shoes QUALITY SHOP 309 High Street Congratulations Class of ' 57 COHEN REALTY CO. 705 Washington Street Compliments of CRADOCK JEWELRY CO. 73 V 2 Afton Parkway PHIL ' S SNACK BAR 1 17 Victory Blvd. Seward ' s Auto Service General Auto Repairs Body and Fender Work 2301 Deep Creek Blvd. Jefferson Phone EX 9-6714 Portsmouth, Va. Portsmouth Music Co., Inc. 1803 High Street Home of Baldwin Pianos Organs Sheet Music - Records - Band Instruments Portsmouth, Va. 163 Tidewa+er Feed Seed Co. 1400 George Washington Highway Portsmouth, Vo. Phone EX 7-8561 N. A. MUTH General Contractor 305 Victory Boulevard RESIDENTIAL— LIGHT COAAMERCIAL GENERAL REPAIRS— MAINTENANCE Phone EX 3-1825 |i 1 CRADOCK PHARMACY Prescription Druggist AFTON SQUARE Phone EX 7-2395 164 PAUL H. ROSE CORP. Town and Country Shopping Center Compliments of MR. MOORE ' S SENIOR HOMEROOM ACE STORE No. 8 321 Elliott Avenue SNELL ' S PHILLIPS 66 Sodas — Sundries — Toys 61 7 Victory Blvd. Sales Rentals Repairs 3214 High St. Dial EX 9-8634 TYPEWRITER SERVICE Adding Machines Cash Registers Supplies and Stands Portsmouth, Va. Compliments of Congratulations Cradock Food Market 72 Afton Square STRICKLAND BROTHERS Portsmouth, Vo. Welton, Duke Hawks, Inc. Insurance Property Management 407 Court Street Portsmouth, Vo. EX 9-2473 Compliments of Community Motor Bus Co. 61 7 Victory Blvd. 165 PORTSMOUTH NORFOLK COUNTY BUILDING LOAN ASSOCIATION t I ' I MATERIALLY AT YOUR SERVICE TIDEWATER LUMBER COMPANY BUILDING MATERIALS MILLWORK PAINTS— HARDWARE 102-108 Dalgren Avenue Cradock — Portsmouth Phone EX 3-2577 t O ' NEAL ' S PORTRAIT SALON PERSONALITY PORTRAITS For those who appreciate the finer arts of photography Phone EX 7-6651 166 404 Washington Street Portsmouth, Vo. RED ' S Compliments of I 76 Afton Parkway PINE GROVE DAIRY The Milk that Makes Portsmouth Grow Portsmouth Coca-Cola Bottling Works Route No. 58 at Victory Blvd. Compliments of CRIM and SPENCE FLOOR COVERING Compliments of PAUL G. YOUNGK TILE COMPANY 61 1 Airline Blvd. 167 RODMAN ' S JOHNSTON ' S ESSO SERVICENTER Atlas Tires — Atlas Batteries Esso Products Service Elm Ave. Geo. Wash. Hwy. Phone EX 9-9009 Congratulations MARATAIN AMUSEMENT CO. 900 Dinwiddie Street Portsmouth, Va. SEARS BETTY BOB TIDEWATER FUEL CO. INCORPORATED 54 Afton Square For the Best Hair Cuts in Town EANES BARBER SHOP Tyree Jones Motor Corp. Fuel — Sales Service 1 300 High Street 203 Town Country Drive J. F. WHITLOCK. JR. PLUMBING HEATING Phone EX 9-1714 HIGHLAND-BILTMORE TELEVISION CO. 25 Deep Creek Boulevard Open Only 7 p.m. - 1 0 p.m. Daily 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday PARKWAY ESSO STATION 510 George Washington Highway National Cylinder Gas Co. Compressed Gases Welding and Cutting Equipment ACADEMY PARK PORTSMOUTH, VA. Phone EX 7-0737 Congratulations and Best Wishes to the 1957 SENIORS MRS. R. T. FISK TASTEE FREEZ 1008 George Washington Highway Telephone EX 3-6741 Complete Your Optical Wardrobe AT KING OPTICAL CO. Prescription Opticians See the Latest Fashions in Eyewear 505 HIGH STREET Isaac W. Ike King Portsmouth, Va. GIFT REALTY CO. 3423 High Street 169 Congratulations and Best Wishes THE BANK OF VIRGINIA 600 Washington Street Portsmouth, Vo. Adequate Down Town Parking For Complete Bank Service THE HENRY WALKE COMPANY DIXIE VENUR CO. C. E. NIX SON. INC. Jobbers of Sinclair Kerosene Fuel Oils 1 01 7 Fourth Street Portsmouth, Va. EX 7-8841 RICHARDSON’S ESSO SERVICE CENTER Rt- 13 17, Portsmouth, Va. EX 7-9321 24 Hour Service Pick-up and Delivery At the Start of the day . . . -T3ir0inian |3ilot At the End of the day . . . 170 Best Wishes Compliments of MINET LUNCH Proprietor, Nino Worthington 2030 North Street BRENNAN FUNERAL HOME B a. B MARKET NORFOLK COUNTY FEED SEED STORE Compliments of CALDWELL ' S PURE OIL STATION 1110 Airline Boulevard Alexander ' s Corner 1 DAVENPORT-LEWIS Chevrolet Corporation Complete Transportation Service New Cars Truck Sales OK USED CARS 1 i Say It With Flowers Phone EX 7-4391 Night Phone EX 9-1739 HOPEWELL FLORIST Nursery Garden Supply Shop Deep Creek Blvd. at Kirby Ave. Portsmouth, Va. General Safety Tires C OMPLETE AUTO Insurance Coverage Modern Repair Service 7th Avenue County Street Portsmouth, Vo. Phone EX 7-1277 Shirley Greeting Cards Cards for Everyone for Every Occasion Fund Raising Plans For Organization, Clubs, and Individual Business EX 7-7251 212 County Street Portsmouth, Va. — For Your Jr. - Sr. Prom IT ' S SAAART! IT ' S ECONOMICAL! Rent White Dinner Jackets From TRUCKERS REST BOB ' S FORMAL WEAR 81 0 High Street EX 3-0931 217 Ocean Drive REPUBLIC VAN LINES KREGER’S Nationwide Moving Institution Food Supplies STORAGE EX 7-3427 616 Crawford Street 301 Crawford Street EXport 7-1 258 Portsmouth, Va. 172 Compliments of IRWIN ' S 92 Deep Creek Boulevard Portsmouth, Vo. Phone EX 7-5827 Delivery Service OPEN TILL MIDNIGHT Stewart ' s Record Shop 104 High Street, Portsmouth, Vo. 221 E. City Hall Ave., Norflok, Va. Johnsons Optical Co., Inc. GUILD OPTICIANS Established 1940 508 Washington Street Portsmouth, Va. YOU ARE WISE— WHEN YOU PICK CROWN or LADY BALTIMORE Luggage for College or Travel From ABE ' S INC. 202 High St. CENTRAL MOTOR CO. E. D. (HAPPY) CHEVERS All Kinds of Insurance Auto Fire Hospital 209 Ferndale Rd., Brentwood Portsmouth, Va. EX 7-9902 Nationwide Insurance Taylor ' s Farm Market Fruit, Vegetables, and Eggs Fresh from the Farm Routh 58 Near Alexander ' s Corner Compliments of Ullman Frozen Foods 502 2nd Ave. Portsmouth, Va. 173 Compliments of Best Wishes Turntable Super Market PROPRIETORS, W. F. DEAL and C. M. ROSE ROSES 5-10-25 STORE ToWn and Country Shopping Center 938 George Washington Highway Harry Shuman 705-707 High Street Portsmouth, Virginia Furnishing the Homes of Portsmouth For Over 40 Years • | Compliments of Compliments of LEGGETS DEPT. STORE Armistead-Morrison Co. 1 Fuel, Hardware and Furniture ' 221-223 High Street 1116 W. Gosport Rd. 174 MARY PERKINS 503 High Street CHINA SILVER CRYSTAL EX 7-0146 Best Wishes to the Class of 1957 AMELIA Building Materials, Inc. Portsmouth, Vo. Alexander ' s Corner MELVERN ICE CREAM For Your Continued Good Health! ' Tidewater ' s Finest Open a Savings Account and Save for Your College Education Use Our West End Branch Three Drive-in Teller Windows Night Depository Ample Parking Space Citizen Trust Company THE PROGRESSIVE BANK Main Office Westend Branch 225 High Street 3201 High Street Dial EX 7-0763 Member of F.D.I.C. EX 9-7681 Best Wishes From Compliments of PORTSMOUTH INSURANCE COMPANY HARRY C. SHELTON Putt Putt Golf Course 39 George Washington Highway General Insurance and Real Estate Portsmouth, Va. 175 Compliments of BLUMBERGS, INC. NEW YORKER DRY CLEANERS Compliments of Roland D. Lawrence, President Atlantic Small Loan Corp. 301 Professsional Bldg., Portsmouth, Va. 1 PORTSMOUTH BLUE PRINT COMPANY 1 81 3 72 County St., Portsmouth, Va. We Offer Prompt Efficient Service! Blueprints — Whiteprints — Photostats Reproductions — Drafting Supplies EX 3-0701 Normandie Restaurant Savas Joannou, Owner CHOICE STEAKS - CHOPS SELECT SEA FOODS 605 High St- 506 Washington St. Portsmouth, Va. Open 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. EX 9-921 1 EX 7-9626 COMMUNITY CLEANERS LAUNDERING - DRY CLEANERS 5 Bainbridge Avenue Cradock, Va. J. S. CRAWFORD CO. MEYERS TABAKIN, INC. Furniture The Friendly Furniture Store Main and Atlantic Street i 635 High St., Portsmouth, Va. 5 Points Norview, Norflok, Va. ' ,1 EX 7-3436 MA 2-7077 176 Waldo Hardware Company, Inc. TWO STORES TO SERVE YOU Town pnd Country Shopping Center George Washington Highway EX 9-0723 Out in Busy Cradock 74 Afton Pkwy. EX 7-1291 Phone EX 7-1897 Orders to Take Out You Get the Best Food Obtainable at The Corner Restaurant Seafood a Specialty Southern Fried Chicken Robert B. Grady, Owner Manager Alexander ' s Corner American National Bank OPEN A SAVINGS ACCOUNT HERE AND PREPARE FOR YOUR COLLEGE EDUCATION Member of Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation For the Best in Hardware and Building Materials Go to STANDARD HARDWARE CORPORATION 603 Middle Street Serving Portsmouth and Norfolk County For 51 Years Insulation - Shingles - Paint - Hardware AUBREY G. SWEET 2600 Glasgow St. EXport 7-341 1 Portsmouth, Va. 177 Best of Luck to the 1957 Graduating Class From the FRESHMAN CLASS Best Wishes to the 1957 Graduating Class From the SOPHOMORE CLASS Best of Luck to the 1957 Graduating Class From the JUNIOR CLASS 180 QUALITY SHOP Compliments of Compliments of Bostonian and Mansfield Shoes WILLIS Paint and Repair Shop 1018 Victory Boulevard ELECTRONIC PARTS, INC. 960 George Washington Hwy. CRADOCK MOTOR CO. HOME OF CLEAN CARS 7 000 George Washington Hwy. PATRONS F. C. Tonkin John D. Thomas, Sr. Wm. O. Briggs I. j. Coin E. H. Hodges E. McGlaskin Ports. Camera Shop Hewitt Hardware Maurice Griffin, Jr. George D. McCoy Bonnie, Teresa and Loree Jo Davis C. E. Thompson, Jr. Bower, Incorp. Dr. and Mrs. S. E. Buston, Jr. Sam Seedman A Friend Pab ' s Mr. and Mrs. Walter V. Burnham, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Mary V. Hood Mr. and Mrs. Fred S. Wise, Jr. Youngk Tire Service Blondel ' Beauty Salon Nachman ' s Fred Hunter Chandler Restaurant Sutton Appliance Co., Inc. McLean Auto Supply 181 PATRONS Gertrude K, Leeutie William M. Sindlinger Billy Pollard Johnny Butler Chic and Mac Williams Ted Steiner Kittrell ' s Floor Service Creeche ' s Jewelers Ernest Furniture Co. Stylecrest and Beauty Salon Joseph H. Dumond James A. Rhew Pilzer ' s Dept. Store Mrs. M. D. Rush Richard Rush Nancy Liddle Lucky Strike Bowling Alley Prime Industries, Inc. Edward Altamirand Gerald Robertson David Allison Miss Lou Ann Saddler Parkers Service Station The Bake Shop Janie Taylor Mr. and Mrs. William Zerkle A Friend T. O. Williams, Inc. Jim Cary Mrs. John Powers A Friend Kenneth Royster Mrs. Georgia Burcher Mrs. R. W. Ingram Mrs. G. W. Cunningham John Lee Mrs. C. E. Lott Mr. and Mrs. K. L. Baker Philip H. Spear Carrie G. Spear Carrie Lee Spear Philip Brodie J. S. McMinn Joe Taylor Rogers Brothers A Friend Bud and Roy S. A. Sullon France ' s Beauty Shop Mr. and Mrs. John Zerkle Maulip Laundry Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Cullen, Sr. Lawrence Beal U.S. 17 Sinclair Service A Friend Young ' s Wayside Furniture, Inc. G. M. Gilbert E. P. Wadsworthe Mrs. G. C. Willis Mr. and Mrs. Frank B. Kirsh Robert W. Westerfield Jerry Barrett Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Dickens Aylrs Insulating Supply Co. Mr. and Mrs. A. Fred Zerkle Mrs. C. N. Harris ANOTHER TRI-PREIi!; PURIICHIOK AN OUTSTANDING EXAMPLE OF RUAlITt ECONOMf