Dawson Springs High School - Panther / Dawsonian Yearbook (Dawson Springs, KY)

Text from Pages 1 - 176 of the 1975 volume:

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They were there to plan their schedules for the coming school year with the help of Superintendent John Ray, Keith Lambert, and teachers. Decisions were made on how to fit in a history or math requirement or a new class such as Art, Literature of the Supernatural, or Civics. Even courses at the Madisonville Vocational School were made available to interested students. Some Seniors had trouble scraping up 18 credits, while quite a few found out that they had 21 or 22, easily. When the schedule-planning session was over, a more de- cided, if not dignified group left with visions of their last year-Senior Skip Day, ordering Commence- ment invitations, exchanging Senior pictures and their Senior Prom. Lisa, better known as Disastrous Wigley is known for her sarcasm and for always having something to say about every- thing. Lisa is one of those-LAST MIN- UTE persons, but somehow always manages to pull through with flying colors. Lisa is famous for her personality and for her ability to get along with older men . Best of luck from the class of 75, Lisa. SAMMY WILLIAMS Sammy, better known as Lance Johnson, is a tennis freak . His prized possessions are his new Mach III Mustang and his girlfriend Darlene. Sammy is the comic of the class and can keep you in 1000 tears. He shares an apartment with a friend, while the rest of the family resides in Bever Dam, Ky. We all wish you the best of luck!!!! LISA WIGLEY TAMMY YOUNG Tammy is the one with the wonderful personality. She plans to attend Western Kentucky University to meet some rich man. Tammy is well-liked by our entire Senior Class and even won Miss DSHS this year. She is very active and has thumb in every school activity. Best of luck to you- Tammy, from our Senior Class 15 SCOTT SUMMERS Scott was voted Best All Around and he really fits the title. He has a lucky star following over him because he is known for his ability to wreck cars and come out without a scratch. Scott is now burning alot of gas going back and forth to Mur- ray-not for any classes, but for his girlfriend Susan. He has the nickname canteloupe because of being able to fit a canteloupe between his bowlegs. Scott plans to be a miner in the near future. Good luck, Scotty. PAM STEWART March was a good month for Pam. She gave up cotton-pi eking and became a STEWART. As it looks, she has no plans for college. Seems she has better things to do with her time. We wish you many kids and the best of luck, love and laughter, Pam . . . 16 MARCY SMILEY Marcy is someone that never lets anythin get her down. If her house blew down, she'd just laugh it off and start all over again. You'd never believe it of Marcy, but she is also an Artist. She can not only draw but also writes beautiful poetry. Marcy is a newlywed since December and is knowi for her bluejeans and tea-shirts. She will always be remembered at DSHS, Right Mr. Stevens?????? SARAH SIMONS Sarah is one with good taste and is known for her lovely clothes. She plans to attend college at Western Kentucky University but is contemplat- ing marriage with her constant companion, Dwight. Lots of luck, Sarah. JENNA LOU SIMONS Jenna Lou, otherwise known as, Chicken Legs has a very definite outlook on her future. She plans to marry Stillie Mason, teacher, on June 1st of this year. So she spends most of her time preparing her apartment. Jenna Lou is known for her singing ability and is popular for singing at weddings. But who's going to sing at yours, Jenna Lou?? Lots of Love, Luck, and Laughter. CHARLES RAMSEY Charles is another one of our basketball finatics. At the first of the year he showed more potential than energy, but by the end of our great basket- ball season he was doing very well in the field of saving the game, with those extra points that really count. He plans to enter school and be- come a mining engineer. Hope you don't fall in Grand Canyon while in Colorado, Charles! Good Luck. 17 SHERRY RAMBO Sherry, alias, Sur-bo, is a very exciting person who loves talking!! She spent two years at the Arcadia Grill but is now working at Madison- ville Hospital. Sherry is dating an auto mech- anic and SHE has definite plans, but we don't know about the other party!! Whatever happens Sherry, we hope that it will be in your favor! BOBBIE SUE PURDY Bobbie Sue is known for her 4-H ability and her cow-showing at local fairs. Boo-Koo is now at- tending Vocational School at Madisonville and plans to be an Inhalation Therapist. Bobbie is also a wonderful seamstress. Maybe you can sew your way to success!! JULIE RAMAGE Julie wins horse-trainer of the year!! Since she was five, she has been showing horses and has many trophies for her outstanding sportsmanship. Julie is attending Vocational School to be a LPN and plans to finish her training by working at Madisonville Hospital. Julie is a majorette for our school, but occupies the majority of her time with her boyfriend, Billy, whom she plans to marry in June of '76. We wish you the best of luck and happiness. 18 JANIE PHELPS This is a very lucky lady. Not only did she graduate this year, but also she exchanged a boyfriend for a husband. Janie married Bobby in December and went to live in Hopkinsville on Kenwood Drive. How lucky can you get? Even though she is very busy, she still has found time to continue her edu- cation. She attends the Madisonville Health Voca- tional School and plans to be a medical secretary. LISA NICHOLS Lisa is known for her lovely soprano voice; however she is a compulsive giggler and known for that too. Dolly walks, talks, and breathes, her boyfriend David. Hey, Dolly, whats gonna be your next hit after Joleen? Lots of luck from your fellow class- mates and hope to see you and Porter at our tenth class reunion!! JOHN NICHOLS John is the motor mechanic of the century!! He builds, tears down, primers, paints, polishes, re- pairs, overhauls, or anything else that could pos- sibly be done to a car. John is one hunk of a man and we love him deerly. Lots of luck in your fu- ture. Hope to see you at our 10 year reunion, Earl , driving your yellow bug! BILLY MORRIS Billy is a driver-he is never without wheels. If he isn't driving his new Mustang, he's driving Purdy's Grocery truck. He is a common resident of Shakeys in Clarksville and is known for his trouble attracting ability during Halloween. He plans to attend I.T.T. in Paducah and the class of 1975 wishes you the very best!! KEN MESSAMORE Ken was nominated most mischievous by our Senior class and BOY- does he fit the title!! Ken barely stands 5 4 , but what a cutie!! Ken attends voca- tional school and plans on going into welding. Ken is one who has made the classroom fun. Buckwheat Messemore, you will always be remembered. Lots of Luck!! VICKI MENSER Tall, slender, exciting,- if you're looking for that particular type of girl, Vickie is an excellent choice. Vicki is happy-go-lucky and a lover of fun. Her favorite hobbies are soft-ball and driving her Pinto around our town square. When you run into toot-toot ask about her Beta Club Convention experiences!! 20 JIMMY McCORD Jimmy is a motorcycle fanatic. Better known as Ruby he never misses a motor-cross race. Now he is dating a fellow Senior, and he has no real plans except making the money with Peabody Coal Company. Hope you make it rich someday. Ruby!! MIKE MARSILI Mike is our Mr. DSHS this year. He is known for his intelligence and his leadership abilities. He plans to attend I.T.T. in Paducah after graduation. As of now Mike is going with a girl at Hopkinsville Com- munity College, and as it looks, definite plans are in process. Best Wishes, Mike!! JOE KELLER Joe is the Einstein of our male population at DSHS. In a few years he'll have the NOBLE prize all wrapped up, with no problem at all. He plans to make it to college sometime in the future. How- ever, now he's occupies with a sophomore girl and progressing very rapidly. Nevertheless, we know you can handle your brains and Rita too!! Good luck, Mr. President!! 21 DEBBIE JONES BEVERLY JONES Beverly is another of the 'brainy' one's in our Sen- ior class. She is known for her high ambition and her ability to get things done. She is a natural red- head which is the subject of much teasing. She plans to attend college and become a doctor. With her ability, there's no doubt that she'll make it. Good Luck to you, Beverly!! Debbie was another of our new Seniors for this year, However, you would have never guessed it. She is liked by everyone at DSHS and is known for her friendliness. Debbie plans to marry a boy from her home town and the class of '75 wishes you the best in the world. Good Luck Deb!! PHILLIP HOOPER Phillip is the silent type until he gets mad—and then get out of his way! As of now Phillip has no plans of school, only of marriage to a sophomore at our school. Whatever you choose, Hoop' we hope that it's the right decision!! MARK HOLLOWAY Mark is the world's greatest clown. He is from MURania and is a Hunch of a guy! He plans to work at the Park- way forever—but better hope he doesn't change his mind because the world just isn't ready for a Mark Holloway!! Good Luck, cause the 'Aigner's gonna get you if you don't watch out!! JIM HENSLEY DAVID HAMBY Jim is the 'funny one' in the class. He always has some to say about everything. After gradu- ation, Jim plans to go into the field of welding. He has already worked three years as 'head' cook at the Arcadia Grill and somehow man- aged to keep up his school work too. His prized possession is his '65 'screamin' Mustang. Best of luck from our graduating class, Hense!!! David has to be the biggest scatterbrain ever to exist. Just meet up with him once and you'll see what we mean. He is a friend to all, but his best friend is his girl friend, Bev- erly. David plans to attend college at Western as of now, but knowing Hamburger Hamby he'll probably end up somewhere in 'Siberia'. Hope you make it David!!! POLLY LOU GOGGINS Polly is a girl with two great assets, a big mind and a big heart! She is the nicest person that you'll ever meet. As of now, she plans to be a pharmacist, and it takes brains to learn that stuff. But if anyone can do it, Polly can. Lots of luck from the class of '75. SONJA GRABLE Donnie Osmond, lives in her heart. She is a full- time fan! A new-comer to Dawson in the 8th grade, Sonja has knitted her way nicely into our school. She is known for her sewing ability and for her famous acting in our 8th grade play. So boy's if you need a sock mended, see Sonja! PENNY FURGERSON Penny plans to attend Beauty School, but during the summer, she plans to work at Pennyrile State Park as a waitress. Penny is the middle one of a five- girl family. Known as Fergey, she has the desire to conquer all!! Good luck, Penny! 24 GLENN FRANKLIN Glen is one of our 'motor-minded' men. At the age of five, he had five cars: real ones! Always willing to lend a hand, Glen is great! As of the moment, Glen has no plans now. Guess he's gonna work at Kwik Pik for the rest of his life. Easy going, Glen]! RUTH FARMER Ruth is a new girl this year ail the way from Chi- cago. Ruth is very interested in church work. She has made many new friends at DSHS and we hope to see her at our twenty year reunion. Hang around for awhile, Ruth! KATHY EDWARDS Kathy is a life-loving girl. She comes from a large family of nine, but is the youngest and the only one left in school. She plans to be an x-ray technician and is now attending school part-time in Madison- ville. Lots of luck from the class of '75, Kathy! 25 SCOTT DILLINGHAM Scott has a number of names — Snod, McGaw, and Match, but the most popular is EGG! Scott is well- liked throughout our school. He loves tennis and he plans to major in Pre-pharmacy at W.K.U. We all wish you the very best, Scott, but watch out at Western and don't let your eggs boil over!! BILLY DEANE Billy Deane-o is the love-all, do-all type. He somehow always manages to whittle his way into the hearts of teachers. It seem's he's always been lucky, so lucky that he managed to get a 1973 Satellite Sebring from his mom. He plans to go to Paducah to I.T. T. Hope you make it, Billy. JOYCE CLUCK Joyce Gayle is better known as BAD LUCK CLUCK. Bad Luck just seems to lie in her path. She has fantastic leadership ability and is one who is always on the run. She is a favorite in club officers. She plans to attend com- munity college at Paducah and then go into Computer Programming. Barely 5 feet tall, Joyce proves the theory that dynamite comes in small packages. BRENT CHANEY Brent is the electrician of the world. He makes, fixes, and discovers theories of electricity. He somehow managed to wire our prom last year. Brent is a veteran Junior, but because of his intelligence and ability, he managed to skip a year and graduate early. He plans to attend electrician school soon. Maybe, Brent, you'll make the first electric principal!! Lots of Luck!! DEBBIE BRUCE Debbie is a fun-loving, easygoing girl. She has a burning flame at Calvert City which seems to keep her very well occupied. She attends vocational school parttime at Madisonville, working in health occupa- tions. Hope you save many lives, Debbie!! BENITA BESHEARS Benita absolutely has to be the model of our Senior class. She is a model for Don Wilkey and also models at Watson's Department Store. She plans to attend a community college and go into accounting. They say that blondes have more fun and Benita sets the exam- ple. Her prized possession is her new Toyota. JANIE BAKER JAHN BARNES Janie is one who always knows what's in style. She plans on attending a Beauty Academy in Nashville, Tenn. after graduation. She is known for her ability to dress nice and for a Barber Shop to cut boys hair. Always the center of attention, Janie will never be forgotten. Good luck!! The unfamiliar way of spelling her first name some- times causes her to be mistaken for John instead of Jahn. However, she doesn't look it!! Jahn is known in the Senior class for her consideration for others — always puts someone else before herself! Her favorite man and the apple of her eye is her 2 year old son, David. We wish you our very best, Jahn!! RONNIE ADAMS Whenever the name Ron is mentioned, your thoughts naturally turn toward basketball. His main ambition is to attend college and somehow make it up to pro basketball!! Known for his spunk and wit, Ronnie (Kareem Jabbar) Adams will always be remembered at DHS!!! The girls at DHS will remember Ron for his muscular BOD and sexy legs. We love you. Ron!!!!!!!!!!! BETH AARON This little lady is considered the Brains at this school. Her present plans include attending W.K.U., but her major has not been decided. Very active throughout her high school years, she is known as a leader among her fellow peers. She is better known around fellow Seniors as 'Mur' or Aaronack and for her chemistry ability. SENSATIONAL, THE FEELING OF BEING A SENIOR. EXCITING, TO KNOW THAT WE’LL SOON BE FREE. NEVER-TO-FORGET, THE HALLS OF DHS. INTERESTING, TO KNOW WHAT WE WILL ALL BE. OPTIMISTIC, AS TO WHAT WILL HAPPEN IN THE FUTURE. RESTLESS, TO BE OUT ON OUR OWN. SATISFIED, THAT WE MADE IT THROUGH OUR YEARS ASA UNIQUE CLASS!! 29 lAia, iv gnv dn� As our superintendent, Mr. Ray serves as mediator between our school and our community. Such was the exam- ple when he welcomed Congressman Hubbard to our school. He seems to be doing quite well, re-arranging the school system to better suit the needs of the students. After his first full year in Dawson Springs, Mr. Ray and his family have fit very well into our community. He is an active member of the First Baptist Church and enjoys football, baseball, and singing in his leisure time. 32 Even though Paul Stevens' main job is to promote disciplinary action at DHS even he has to sit back and rest now and then. After 27 years of serving our school, and 27 years of being chief patriot in previous yearbooks, we find that there is nothing more to say about this man. Thanks for your dedication, Mr. Stevens! Board of Education Members (LEFT TO RIGHT): Don Inglis, Herbert Chaney, Noel Wise, John Ray, Supt., Richard Hatley, Gayle Purdy. Every student at DHS needs to send a special salute to the school board. If it wasn't for these industrious and con- scientious men our school would not get the support (financial or otherwise) to continue. These 5 men—Herb Chaney, Don Inglis, Richard Hatley, Noel Wise, and Gayle Purdy,—give up their free time to meet and express opinions on conditions at DHS. They have the re- sponsibility of making financial de- cisions, hiring and firing of personnel, and overseeing the fiscal property. We at DHS can be thankful to our school board for being so open-minded; they haven't imposed a school dress code nor have they made unrealistic school policies for the students. At this time, we salute you, the School Board, for putting your time and effort into this activity to make our school a better one! SA-LUTE!! 34 Mr. Stevens' office is constantly a din of activity. The phone is constantly ringing, students are con- tinually going in and out, lunch tickets and money keep floating around, and teachers come in, de- manding keys to the workroom. And who is in the middle of all this chaos? Mrs. Dola Monroe, Mr. Stevens' secretary. Somehow, she miraculously takes care of this chaos and puts it into some kind of order. And better yet, she does it readily and with a smile. There's never a question that she cannot answer, or a problem she can't solve. Her efficiency makes the school run—her beautiful smile makes it run more pleasantly. Mr. Ray's naturally a busy man who has lots of appointments and conferences. Sometimes he could forget these appointments, if it weren't for his right-hand man , Mrs. Beth James. Mrs. James is really handy to have around, because aside from her secretarial duties, she has the im- portant job of paying the teachers and other per- sonnel. She keeps all the accounts in order and the books balanced—and remembers to remind all the teachers of their sick leave days. She also keeps a close eye on all the students who drop by to see Mr. Ray. She knows even the superintendent needs time to be alone, so she helps him by placing a limit on the number of people who drop by to com- plain or protest. 35 Carl Buzzard has firmly planted his seeds in Dawson Springs in more ways than one. After teaching 14 years at DHS, Mr. Buzzard has become established as a teacher and is admired by all the students. He is the only industrial arts teacher at Dawson, but he also has classes in biology. On the sideline, he loves to spend his time landscaping and farming. You've heard of too many irons in the fire. We have a classic example at good ole Dawson. Miss Jo Hazle- wood teaches 2 classes of high school English, Spanish, and 2 classes of energetic junior high students. Along with this, she sponsors Spanish club, junior high Beta Club, and this beloved annual. Miss Hazlewood is one of the best liked teachers at DHS and has the ability to always come up with a cute remark and a big smile. She is a most involved teacher, but when she gets a free moment, she likes to sing and play her guitar. She also enjoys cake decorating. 36 One could definitely say Mrs. Krautheim has her hands full. She teaches all the high school math and co- sponsors the senior Beta club. But the biggest time- takers in her life are her husband and two sons. In ad- dition, she takes night classes for her masters degree. She enjoys tennis when time allows it, but seems to always manage a little bowling in her tight schedule. Who's the teacher at DHS that has accomplished a mi- raculous feat? By creating an atmosphere of relaxation in his classroom, Mr. Mason has somehow found a way to teach students how to express themselves with self- confidence. As head of the speech and journalism de- partment, he has persuaded them to begin a Radio station —WDHS— and a school paper, the Libertarian. Now that these activities have gone over well with the student body, he takes sole responsibility and sponsors them. In his spare time he enjoys reading, tennis, and weddings—he has even planned a June wedding for himself. Congratulations, Mr. Mason, and best of luck! 37 CHS How many of you realize that on the.DHS campus we have our own business school? The dean, pro- fessor, and sole teacher is Jane Holland. In ad- dition to typing and bookkeeping, she also teaches 8th grade math. Her main interest lies in her hus- band, David, and daughter, Lisa. She also has 43 adopted kids—the magnificent class of '75. How lucky can a mother get? 38 As a graduate of the class of '68 of Dawson, Mrs. Wal- ker completed college at Murray State University and then returned to her aftna mater to teach. She teaches high school English and co-sponsors the freshmen. Al- though she sponsors no clubs, there is never an idle mo- ment in her day as she keeps involved with her classes. Mrs. Walker is known by the students for the quiet man- ner in which she conducts her classes and for her friend- liness. Keep on smiling!!! If there was ever a Mrs. Homemaker, we've got her at DHS. Mrs. Martin teaches 8th grade and high school consumer education. During her five years here, she has expanded the home economics program and devel- oped an active FHA. The students feel that she is a very effective teacher and she even makes learning the Basic Four interesting. 39 Corning directly to Dawson Springs from the U.S. Army four years ago was Ray Bowden. He teaches general science, physical science, and chemistry. He also spon- sors the senior science club and is coach of cross country and girls' track. Even though he keeps busy with these activities, he co-sponsors the junior class and keeps especially busy trying to help them with money-making projects, homecoming, and prom. Mr. Bowden is known for his dedication to any project he partakes in, and his determination to succeed at the project. Between his junior class and his chemistry experiments, there is never a dull moment in his life. When Norman Manasco came to DHS, little did he know what all he would get into. Not only is he coach of the Almighty Panthers, but he also teaches drivers ed., P.E., and co-sponsors the senior class. In his lei- sure time he enjoys basketball, baseball, horseback riding, but few people know that he is also a pool shark. The student body is happy to have such a talent- ed man in our midst. So coach—keep up the good work, and X-L !!! 40 Reigning over her domain, the library, is Miss Kemp the head and only librarian at DHS. Along with a few students, she keeps the books in order for the elemen- tary and high school. Even with all the work of the library (carding books, ordering best sellers, and search- ing out overdue books) Miss Kemp is never too busy to help you find the resource you need. She is a high- spirited person and enjoys walking her dog and reading. Miss Kemp is bound and determined to maintain an orderly library by keeping people busy on their school work. If you go to the library and cut up, you will be thrown out. So, if you go to the library, use it correct- ly, or Get Out!! 41 Mr. Parsons comes from the lively state of New York. Quite a change to Kentucky—huh??? He is afresh graduate of Murray State University and seems to be the musically inclined one at DHS. Mr. Parsons takes care of our music department including—senior band, cadet band, beginning band, and choir. He loves jazz bands and his trusty rifle, but as a devoted bachelor, he loves his women, tool! D Whenever you go to a home ballgame, who is the guy that greets you with the blue jeans, smiling face, and hand held out? Why—it's none other than Fred Nallia, history, government, and civics teacher at DHS. The ' fun-loving manner he displays at ballgames can also be found in all of his classes and club-work. He spon- sors the Pep club and co-sponsors the senior Beta club and sophomore class. His other interests lie in base- ball, bowling, and cards. On top of all this, he enjoys socializing with students. Mr. Nallia thinks he's fool- ing everybody, but we all know he's just a big kid dis- guised as a teacher. You've heard of Walking Tall ? Well, here's another man who walks softly, but carries a big stick! However, his ways are understandable, as he must keep his J.V. ballteam in line. He is very well liked among our stu- dent body, so his classes are quite varied—general math I, 7th grade science, girls' and boys' health and P.E. Mr. Phelps also co-sponsors the freshmen, and coaches our J.V. basketball team and varsity baseball team. He loves to spend his extra time on the golf course and with his wife, Kay, and 2-year old daugh- ter, Amy. The boys at DHS nearly had heart failure when they found out our supposedly new student was our new art director. Coming to Dawson second semester, Mrs. Scott has already achieved a high rating among the student body. Although she is an art teacher and has two classes of art, she also has 8th grade history classes and co-sponsors the junior class. Being newly married, Mrs. Scott enjoys early-morning hikes and spending as much time as possible with her husband. We at DHS hope that you will like our school and will stay on for another year. 43 It's a-comin', it's a-comin', it's a-comin' up the creek . . What's a-com in1?? Come on, Mrs. Krautheim-give her a Vi point — at least she spelled her name right! You're no Beethoven, but you get the job done. 1 anda 2 anda 3 anda . . .' go sell that fruit!' A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A TEACHER L t WT Woe is me . . . What a life we teachers lead. No, Lisa, I wanted to use your paint brush, not your hair brush. Mr. Nallia's problem of trying to find a definition of com- promise has driven him to the bottle. Now, what was that definition, again?? Mrs. Parsons and Mr. Luther, the two 6th grade teachers try to conduct their classes so that the students will be better prepared for junior high. For example, discipline is the key word, and aftei this year, there will be no more recesses. When not studying, they manage to work in a few art classes and educational TV. These teachers be- lieve that hard work makes a better student, so they strive harder each year to prepare their stu- dents for the transition from elementary to sec- ondary school. Experience—yes. Enthusiasm—maybe even better! That's what our 2 young 5th grade teachers have—lots of enthusiasm!! Mrs. Poe and Mrs. Lindsey have the ability to teach a class and at the same time both students and teachers have a blast. They are continuously planning activities to make learning more fun. Some of these include hav- ing plays for PTA, taking field trips, and making art exhibits. There is never a dull moment in their classes and some 5th graders have even gone so far as to say, they LIKE school. Experience is one of the first qualities that em- ployers look for in hiring new workers, because they know it will make a better employee. It is the same with the teaching profession. Mrs. Moore and Miss Lowrey fit this title in every aspect. Because of their previous teaching experience, they are able to get the message across in a sim- ple manner. One would think that after years of teaching the same grade, the teachers would be- come bored with it, but every year, they approach new classes with a renewed spirit. Third graders get their first taste of common school by adding geo- graphy, science, and to their day. Therefore, lunch and recess become their favorite subjects. Finding ways to make these added subjects interesting and exciting are the 3rd grade teachers--Mrs. Dunbar and Mrs. Franklin. So that the students won't get bored with school, these teachers sacrifice some of their leisure time to plan extra activ- ities for their classes. Some of these activities including perform- ing plays, lots of art time, and li- brary games. 47 The '74-75 school year has been a memorable and hectic experience for the 2 second grade teachers, Mrs. Coates and Miss Johnston. When school opened and 70 second graders descended upon them, they quickly put in a call for help. Help arrived in the form of Linda Plea- sant, who is a teacher's aid. To the vitality of the second graders, the teachers plan activities to hold their attention such as the time they they placed messages on balloons and let them go. Then they waited for replies to see the distance the balloons had traveled. One can tell from this activity that these teach- ers are truly interested in their stu- dents. Who are the 2 teachers that must take the place of Big Bird ? Why, it's none other than Miss Barber and Mrs. Herrara. Some ways these two ladies must develop ideas to calm the enthusiasm of 52 energetic first graders and bring them out of the world of cartoons and playtime. Maybe a reason for their success is that they make learning easier by having fun. Some of the ways that Miss Barber and Mrs. Herrara carry out these activities are using art time to learn the ABC's, and using flash cards, to learn math. 48 What is better than moping around the house all day with nothing to do? Well----it's going to kinder- garten and having fun. Under the direction of Miss Regan and Mrs. Ray exciting things are occurring daily. These teachers make fun- time games learning experiences; Such as playing bingo to teach them their ABC's, and Candy- land to teach them their colors and numbers. But, these dedicated women go beyond their duties go make starting school a little more unique by involving the kids in unusual activities. For example- they loaded all twenty of the kin- dergarteners into the police car and took them downtown for a ride in the police car and fire- truck all in the same day!!! Through activities such as these one can see how kindergarten is fun, interesting, and better than setting at home all day by your- self—don't you agree?? 49 With the addition of Mrs, Elgie Mae Headly to the teaching staff of DHS, 14 kids in the special Edu- cation classes have received very special train- ing. Mrs. Headly is not an ordinary teacher; she puts an extra effort into helping children learn the essentials that are necessary for today's life. Maybe it's this important quality of caring that has made her so successful this year. Listening ears, thinking caps, and stars. What do these 3 things have in common? They are all ideas of Miss Hood and Mrs. Harned, the remedial reading teachers, to make reading more interesting and fun. To arouse more enthusiasm among their students, these teacehers work extremely hard to find new ways to teach the elementary children how to read and how to enjoy reading. Being a remedial reading teacher at DHS seems easy enough because they only have 6-10 kids in one class. But it's harder than it looks because they must keep interest and determination in the minds of their students. Mrs. Harned and Miss Hood have done this by giving moral support, working with the kids individually, and keeping ideas flowing through their classes. 50 LEFT TO RIGHT: Brenda Sue Duncan, Dorothy Brent, Joann Lanham, Edna Stallins, Sinova Lanham. 51 Custodian: J.C. Allsbrooks Bus driver: Wayne Bochert TO GUIDE OR TO THAT’S THE QUESTION. With Mr. Ray's coming to Dawson, changes were made. Some of the changes were eagerly accepted; some were not. Nonetheless, Dawson schools faced some interesting new programs. Vocational school became part of the cur- riculum at Dawson Springs, as did a secondary and elemen- tary guidance program, an art program, new kindergarten facilities, and a phase-elective English program. Within these next few pages, we will attempt to show you some of the scenes behind these new programs. Believe it or not, a guidance counselor is a pretty indis- pensable person. And we at Dawson found that out this year. Just what is a guidance counselor? There are as many ideas of a guidance counselor's duty as there are people. Maybe to help explain the definition, we'll tell you what he does. A guidance counselor does just what his name implies- he guides and counsels. Some people thinks he gives all kinds of aptitude and interests tests-and he does. He plans the schedule for next year also. Seniors believe that he sends off forms for ACT tests, helps fill out scholarship forms for college, releases grades and suggests courses of interest to them. They're right, too. COUNSEL — Teachers believe he gets all their discipline problems. They feel his study in psychology and human behavior qualifies him to talk and correct discipline problems. It does. He tries to find out students' behavior and to find reasons behind their behavior. Mr. Keith Lambert was a guidance counselor for the first semester, and helped get the program under way. When he left in January, Mrs. Shelby Baudill took over and moved into the small office at the end of the hall. That door is not marked, but there's no need; be- cause everyone knows who's there—a friend ready to help. 52 WHEN I GROW UP, I WANNA BE A A OH, FORGET IT! Boarding the bus for another busy day . . . The bus driver gets that big yellow bus ready to go. Learn by doing. This should be the motto of the vocational school students; because that is exactly what they do. Each morning, these people board the bus and go to Madison- ville, where they leam the tricks of the trade —the kind of work they'd like to make an occupation. Medical technology, mining engineering, secretarial skills, mechanics, and electronics are just a few of the many occupational skills offered. It's a tremendous way to leam—and a practical one too. 53 WELL, YOU’RE NO MICHELANGELO ” I wonder what went through the minds ot the students when they first walked into the art room. What was previously a boys' shower locker room had been transformed into a world of bright lines, circles, and colors on a concrete wall. Mobils, canvasses, and paintings hung around the room. Those lockers were still lockers, but instead of sweaty socks and tennis shoes, they held sketch pads, charcoal, tempera paints, and paint brushes. Mr. Gene Bondurant introduced the stu- dents to such concepts as perception and dimension. They experimented with collages, paper mache, and sketching. When Mrs. Scott took over in January, individualized study became the thing to do. Students chose areas of interest, such as embroidery, needlepoint, sket- ching, and leatherwork. Top left: Gene Bondurant, 1st semester Lower left: Mrs. Brenda Scott 2nd semester Below: Wonder what's happening in the art room now? 54 MAKE WAY FOR KID-ERGARTEIM! Kindergarten is a new program at Daw- son—new in every way ... a new mobile unit, a new, young, energetic teacher, a new teacher's aide (who sometimes dis- guises herself as a superintendent's wife), and 50 new kids who find every learning experience alive and fun. Never a dull moment here!! To help with these 50 kegs of dynamite, the teachers employ high school stu- dents to keep order and run errands. And if you think seeing TEACHERS do Little Bunny FooFoo is funny, you should see 200 lb. + Mr. Tank and 6 ft. MISS Wendell get in the floor and sing it!!! HEY, THIS NEW ENGLISH IS SOMETHING ELSE!! This year students were relieved from the same old drudge of high school English. Instead of readin ', ritin1 , and spellin' , the students choose such courses as: vocabulary building, research techniques, mythology, Bible as literature, speech, and journa- lism. These are only few of the 12-week courses offered this year. Because the program is still in its first stages, it has many short-comings and flaws. However, the three English teachers are confident for the future. Already, ideas for improvement have been suggested, and the teachers are to close gaps and perfect the program. On these two pages we show just a few of the scenes that go on in these new classes. Above: A radio show is presented in speech class. Middle: Tim Almon, DJ of WDHS —an offspring of one of the journalism classes. Right: Signs like this prepared us for the first issue of the Libertarian. Miss H is called in to test the softness of baby's diaper . . , w WHAT? 0 S These groups of pictures, and the topics given, were voted on by our entire Senior Class. They include Seniors only. These titles are just for fun'!!!! MOST MISCHIEVIOUS Ken Messemore 60 MOST POLITE MOST SARCASTIC 61 Glen Franklin Vicki Menser Lisa Wigley Charles Ramsey MOST SOPHISTICATED Phillip Hooper Janie Baker M APPLE POLISHERS Sammy Williams Penny Furgerson MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED MOST DEPENDABLE Billy Deane Janie Phelps MOST TALENTED Brent Chaney Jenna Lou Simons WHO’S WHO? This group of Seniors was also voted on by our Senior Class. Even though the Who's What section is for fun, the peo- ple on this spread are true blue to their titles!! MOST SCHOOL SPIRIT Scott Dillingham Beverly Jones MOST STUDIOUS Ronnie Adams Tammy Young BEST ALL-AROUND Joyce Cluck Scott Summers 63 SEVENTH GRADE Sherry Shouse Kenny Mitchell CLASS NINTH GRADE Tana Poe Jeff Calvert JUNIOR Phyllis Furgerson Neal Shipp MR. AND MISS DSHS Tammy Young and Mike Marsili Tammy here is a cheerleader of the 1950's at one of our Greaser Days!! Tammy, a cheerleader for four years, is one who al- ways wears a smile. She was voted class ideal for two consecutive years and is one in a million!!! PROPERTY OF HOPKINS COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY 66 Mike is one of the 'better lookin' men at our school. He is very dependable and has been class president for three years. He knows it all, so on test day, sit behind Mike Marsili. 1975 BASKETBALL QUEEN This is our 1975 Basketball Queen and her other two opposing candi- dates. This big event took place at one of our home ballgames on De- cember 14th, 1974. These girls were elected by our en- tire Senior High Basketball team and were chosen among the entire female population of our student body. What an honor??? Our basket- ball team nominated and then voted on these girls coming up with Joyce Cluck as our winner!!! JOYCE CLUCK SENIOR OUR 1975 BASKETBALL QUEEN 68 AND CANDIDATES (SOPHOMORE) LIBBY DARNELL Our candidates were not chosen by popularity, looks, etc . . ., but by their support for our out- standing Panther team. When you go to a game and look around, these girls will be among the crowds everytime. They show their support and faith rather fre- quently for our team and attend all the games. JAHN BARNES 69 (SENIOR) EVERYTHING’S COMIN’ UP ROSES AMERICAN BEAUTY CONTEST This was the event of the year!! Our male student percentage along with a few of the men from our community participated in a beauty contest . . Each man dressed as a girl and the ten semi-finalists per- formed talents never seen before. After much con- sideration, our judges chose Scott Dillingham as our lady with the most talent and the best looks . . Don't you agree??? Scott is now reigning over our beloved school for a time he will never forget.!!! Our master of ceremonies—the one and only — Gene Bondurant. If you look closely in the background, you can see a few of our lovely chorus girls. Mr. Bennie Mouser gives all a treat by giving an im- pression of Shirley Temple and 'The Good Ship Lolly- pop'!!!! Miss Hazelwood and Mr. Bondurant help our program along 70 by presenting us with a beautiful duet. Aren't they lovely??? ???? What a glorious crowning? But look closely—is it a boy or a girl??? Karen Fassold helping Jeff Jennings and Charles Ramsey with their new hair styles! Tammy Young giving Scott the final touches before his breath- taking performance!! We would like to express our deepest thanks to all who contributed to make this a success, but especially to our boys at good ole' DHS . . . THANKS . . . Our queen Scott Dillingham takes reign for the year. 71 MR. AND PHOTO- - These two lovely people were selected by Murray State University’s President, Or. Constan- tine Curris. These two people were chosen out of a group of eleven members of our student body. This group was in-turn selected by 3 of our faculty members: (unknown) Our eleven nominees were: Teri Young Chris Smiley Blake Menser Debbie Franklin Karen Fassold Jenny Franklin Sarah Simons Lisa Wigiey Debbie Bullock Joe Keller Janie Baker This is also Chris and Debbie. At the date of this pic- ture, the winners of this contest were unknown. Just a lucky coincidence finding them together . . . Dr. Curris MISS GENIC Chris Smiley We would like to extend our THANKS to Dr. Curris for giving us his time for considering our pictures. He re- turned the pictures to us letting us know that the deci- sion was really rough. But it looks as though, he some- how pulled through!!! A thanks to Dr. Curris and to all the participants making this spread possible!! | MR. AND MISS CITIZENSHIP v7 1975 HOMECOMING QUEEN AND PRINCESSES Suzanne Wallace (L to R) Melissa Simons Toni Ram bo Lori Fassold Sherry Shouse Jahn Barnes 75 SPEAKING WORDS, WORDS, WORDS!!!! They seem to be the only way to tell a story. But did you ever try to express yourself with just a simple smile or a cheerful wink?? Just think for a second; how many times do you expose yourself by facial expressions? When you're happy-you grin!! When you're sad-you frown!! When you're mad-you pout!! If you think about it, you really do speak out with your expressions, more than with your words. In this section we would like to show just how many times in very small ways, that you speak out . . . f jMi % ft 76 OUT ■fiiiiiiifjiiijiliijji MOUTH!!!!! 9 fA 81 First comes magazines. Then comes rings. Next comes Homecoming, What will Prom bring? Your Junior year is definitely the most involved of all school years and the most nervewracking. Decisions must be made throughout the year. What will the prom theme be etc, etc . . . ? But during this special year, other things occur such as growing as a class and re- specting individuals for their talents. You find that a million tasks are placed on your shoulders. You feel that if you don't do it, it won't get done, but you re- alize that everyone has to help. This year the Juniors surpassed the magazine goal by reaching an all-time high, they took over the world- finest chocolate sales, they changed the Homecoming procedure, and ended the year with the prom, We May Never Pass This Way Again. Perhaps, the best way to summarize your Junior year is in the feeling of You're only a Junior once so, make the most of it. YOU’RE ONLY A JUNIOR ONCE SO Barry Blalock Danny Carlton Teresa Chappel Pam Clark Linda Cotton Joe Cummins 84 Sandy Dickman Greg East Scott East Kathy Evans Martha Farmer Kenneth Farrar Jenny Franklin Jenne Frost Phyllis Furgerson Mike Hamby Charles Harryman Betty Henry Rick Hinton 85 Chris Smiley Kenny Smith Marsha Thomas Timmy Thompson Keith Tosh Wendell Underwood Suzanne Wallace Tim Wallace 87 «.WWiriV Tim Almon Teresa Ausenbaugh Alison Barber Gayla Baucum Jeff Beshear Tami Blades Chris Carlton Tim Carlton Geneva Cochrane Rhonda Collins Libby Darnell Paul Davis SOPHOMORES — WE MIGHT MAKE IT AFTER ALL Cathy Eli Karen Fassold Cindy Franklin Debbie Franklin Jack Frost Felicia Hankins Madeline Hayes Randy Hicks Barry Holeman Danny Jones Matt Lovell Mike McBride Blake Menser Tracy Menser Joey Miller Debbie Morris 88 Mike Nichols Sherri Nichols Mike Norris Don Oldhem Kim Perrin Christy Pleasant Roger Redden Tim Robinson Brenda Scott Scott Shelton Melissa Simons Mike Storms Jeff Summers Timmy Thomas Andy Wilhelm Jon Winfrey Trena Adcock Jack Bailey Rhonda Bailey DeWayne Baucum Mickey Bayer Frank Bivins Kaye Blalock Charles Brent Marlene Brent FRESHMAN — YOU’VE COME A LONG WAY, BABY; Jeffrey Bullock Jeff Calvert Janellyn Chaney Rosemary Cummins Kelly Fassold Mike Fergerson Tammy Fergerson Kevin Fox Anna Lea Glass Janet Hamby Cheryl Harness Wendell Harryman Tom Hinton Dwayne Hubbard Lori Inglis 90 BUT — YOU’VE STILL GOT A LONG WAY TO GO! Randy Ivy Ricky Jones Kerry McKnight Kelly Menser Cathy Mitchell Steve Noah Susan Orten Tana Poe Darlene Rambo Toni Rambo Tana Russell Kathy Searfoss Jerry Tosh Darsi Wagner James Wilhelm 91 EIGHTH GRADE — A TIME OF GROWING David Ausenbaugh Tina Bearden Teresa Beddingfield Darlene Berry Curtis Beshear Jeff Beshear James Blanton Lisa Boucher •� EIGHTH GRADE CLASS OFFICERS 92 Sharon Carlton Robert Caudill Randy Chapel Donald Cochrane James Cochrane Lisa Collins Jon Cotton Pam Dickman Jamie Dutton Lori Fassold Tim Frost Pam Furgerson Kim Goodwin David Grisham Carolyn Hammond Jimmy Harryman Ricky Hatley Vicki Haynes Mary Hester Joey Jennings Tim Jones Richard Laffoon Scott Lantrip Joyce Latham Roy Lovell David McDonald Gloria Melton Martin Milburn Danny Monroe Lisa Moore Laquita Parker Rene Perrin Brenda Purdy Carla Purdy Jeff Riley Stephanie Russell Steve Scott Kelly Shouse David Stevens Donna Underwood Cole Wigley William Brent 93 7th GRADE — THE David Allsbrooks Me Linda Barker Glenda Baucum Homer Baucum Teresa Bearden Steve Bullock Travis Butler Donnie Camacho Carl Congrove Tammie Dismang Tina Felker Rhonda Ford Gayelynn Fox Rodney Franklin Stacy Grab I e Harold Gray Retha Hamby Sharon Hammonds Beth Hinton Carl Honeycutt Debbie Howton Holly Inglis Sally Johnson Julie Kyle Thomas Mitchell 94 BEGINNING OF A WHOLE NEW EXPERIENCE Gene Melton SEVENTH GRADE CLASS OFFICERS Freda Menser Traci Miller David Lanham Sherra McKinney Sherry Perrin Julie Pleasant Jill Rambo Kelly Ray Kenny Mitchell David Morgan Scott Parsons Raymond Searfoss Eddie Shelton Yvonne Shelton Sherri Shouse Elin Simons Tim Sizemore Darrell Stewart Steve Wilhelm Barbara Wise Karen Wood Kent Workman 95 SIXTH GRADE —AFTER THI5 Robert Aaron Steve Adams Ernest Akin Vickey Ausenbaugh Laura Baucum Kevin Bennett Annette Brent David Brent Rhonda Boucher David Bowles Lisa Burkhart Cheryl Collins Audrey Congrove Kenny Cotton Eddie Davis Anthony Dillingham Darryl Frost Evelyn Hays Ginger Hartline Cindy Hawkins Scott Holt David Hunt YEAR, NO MORE RECESS FOR YOU Lisa Jennings Vicki Jones Margaret Kittinger Lisa Lamb Ronald Latham Shelia McBride Johnny McGregor Mark McGregor Kirk Menser Alesia Nesmith Liz Nichols Michelle Noah Russ Poe Randy Rambo Mike Ray Twana Riley Wendy Smith Regina Stallins David Steely Patty Stinett Mike Todd Teri Todd Todd Tolbert Cheryl Valdez Joy Beth Wallace Donna Ward Ann Wilhelm 97 YOUNG TEACHERS MAKE FIFTH GRADE MORE FUN! Johnny Adams Rex Allen Teresa Baucum Tammy Bearden Troy Black Nancy Camacho Roxanne Carlton Kim Carner Kim Castle Roger Clayton Tammy Collins Kathy Cummins Newton Davis Timmy Dismang Aline Gray Betty Hale Terri Haynes Marlene Holsapple Renee Hooper Lana Hubbard 98 Chuck Hulsey Paul Hunt Carla Johnson Denise Lipford Dianne Lipford Mark Lovell Danny Matheny Darlene Mathis Rhonda Miller Terry Mitchell Shelia Moore Tammy Nichols Teresa Orange Mike Peroddy Angela Perrin Lewis Ramsey Barry Russell Shelly Sedgewick Linda Shouse Debbie Sizemore Jo Ann Stafford Doug Steely Kelly Thomas Christy Wallace Lisa Woosley 99 EXPERIENCE MAKES THE BEST TPAPHPRQ FOR THE FOURTH GRADE Jeff Abbott Doyel Adcock Gaye Lynn Agent Jay Bailey Timmy Bailey Martha Baucum Kaye Beddingfield Jeff Beechum Monty Beshear Samuel Brown Barry Bullock Laurie Burkhart Craig Butler Brett Chappell Hope Convoy LaDonna Cook John Cotton Lisa Eison Marvin Eli Barbara Hamby Lori Hensley Greg Holt Chris Hunt Lois Inglis Judy Johnson Ricky Johnson Penni Lay Lisa Littlejohn Terry Lovelace Patsey McGregor 100 David Menser Lonnie Menser Michael Menser Melissa Moore Bobby Moorefield Cynthia Orten Valerie Osborne Kerry Radford Cindy Shelton Angie Sigler Lisa Simpson Rodney Smith Renea Steeley Scott Stevens Michel I Stinnett Mark Todd Scarlet Wigley Duke Woosley 101 LUNCH AND RECESS ARE FAVORITE SUBJECTS OF THIRD GRADE William Adams Ralph Ahlert Kenneth Alhert Jeff Allen Tracey Almon John Alsbrooks Sheila Alsbrooks Kevin Austin Kevin Bailey Tracy Bearden Candy Bolliger Penny Bowings John Brent Billy Bruce Zoie Camacho Gary Carlton Teresa Clayton Amy Cook Kathy Cotton Jonathan Cummins Bobby David Grace David Evonne Davis Ginger Davis Tony Davis 102 Twylia Dunbar Raymond Dunning Mike Franklin Scotty Franklin Tammy Gower Mike Harris Kristi Hartline Randy Hawkins Taskia Haynes Sherry Hays Carla Honeycutt Darla Hunt Becky Jennings Danny Johnson Linda Johnson Tracy Johnson Virginia Laffoon Norma Manasco Lonnie Mathis Traci McGregor Todd McKnight Lori Parker Scott Pendley Steve Purdy Leslie Randolph Kevin Ray Brian Russell Timmy Todd Brad Tolbert Manya Wigley 103 Joey Abbott Brett Adams Kim Allen Timmy Allen David Allsbrooks Mary Allsbrooks Tracy Barnes Carolyn Beshear Sammy Bell Jerry Bennett Lee Black Tony Brothers Richard Brown Diana Bowles Lisa Calvert Sallie Carlton David Carmen Deborah Carmen Beth Convoy Cynthia Copeland Troy Cornette Timmy Cotton Rita Dearing DonaldDickman Lisa Duncan Mark Fergersun Jeff Gentry Julie Gillespie SECOND GRADE — FROM PRINTING TO CURSIVE IN 26 EASY LESSONS Kim Gower Janice Grisham Teresa Hamby Emily Harralson Kim Hawkins Kay Hayes Larry Haynes Barbara Jackson Dewayne Jackson Kathy Johnson Bruce Jones Debra Jones Teddy Jones John Krautheim Cliff Kyle Kenny Lee Joe Loney, Jr. Jeanie Lovelace Anna Lovell Mike Lovell Chris Massey Sheldon Mitchell John Moore Scott Morgan Melody Morris Eric Parrent Lena Patterson Kevin Pool Timmy Puckett Karen Robinson Chris Sedgewick Michael Seibert Mary Beth Shelton Jeff Sherman Keith Steely Russ Terry Ernesto Valdez Robert Ward Marilyn Weir Mike Williams Lisa Wilson Ross Workman 105 FIRST GRADE — SESAME STREET IS Scott Creasey Sammy Duncan Carol Ann Gibson Tina Glover 106 A THING OF THE PAST Annetta Jones Kerry Kinsolving Leroy Lamson, Jr. James Loney Eric Hickerson Tammy Hollis John Love Dale Menser Tammy Lynn Metherd Kim Mitchell Vicki Osborne Junior Webster Billy West Donald Winstead Rita Faye Winstead Stacey Parrent Jerry Patterson Kimberly Perkins Michelle Pickering 107 KINDERGARTEN — SESAME STREET IN ACTION Nissy Adams Laura Ausenbaugh Channa Black Jonah Bochert Jerry Bruce Ronnie Bruce Sheila Carroll Shane Chappel Johnnie Craynor Matt Cummins Jerry Dannacker Patricia David Keith Dismang Harold Dunbar Carol Eli Woody Fassold La Donna Ford David Garrett Gina Lou Gentry Mark Gentry Craig Hoard Chris Howton Brian Korb Deonna Ladd Michael Laffoon 108 Karen Love Kathy Lovell Darren McGregor Joan Melton Chris Menser Scotty Menser Andy Messamore Vicki Messamore Donnie Morris Terri Nixon Randy Orten Dennis Osborne Scott Parker De Ann Pendley Jennifer Peyton Missy Pollard Amy Purdy De Anne Purdy Sissy Radford Steven Randolph Tracy Stewart 109 SPECIAL ED — LEARNING THROUGH FUN Sandi Brent Joseph Dunning Connie Hale Ronald Hale Roy Hale Michael Hooper Pamela Hulsey Edward Johnson Randall Johnson Andrew Jones Andrew O'Bryan Roger Orten Linda Pleasant Robert Sherman 110 113 MIKE HOWTON SPORTS EDITOR JOAN HULSEY SPORTS JANELLYN CHANEY FACULTY AND JOYCE CLUCK ADMINISTRATION BUSINESS MANAGER LISA WIGLEY RUTH FARMER FEATURES EDITOR CLASSES EDITOR KELLY FASSOLD ASSISTANT EDITOR DAVID HAMBY CLASSES A lot of blood, sweat, and tears go into a yearbook and this year is no exception. It seemed we'd never get this beloved annual out. First we kept switching sponsors; then we could never get together on picture days; and it seemed we were always running out of materials. To top it all off people kept dropping out because everything seemed so futile and chaotic. And it was! But alas! We finally started the wheels rolling. Through ingenuity dedication, and plain old make-do we began to see those pages come into creation. Ideas became words, visions became pictures, and pages be- came a yearbook. We spent many long hours wracking our feeble brains for ideas, and then rejecting those ideas. We sug- gested, copied, destroyed, argued, cried, recopied, and rescheuled our way into a yearbook that would be new, different, and exciting, just like the '75 school year was. And we spoke out . . . not always wisely, but always eagerly, because we felt the need to be involved. r PROPERTY OF HOPKINS COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY 115 DAWSON SPRINGS MARCHING BAND 116 FLUTES Joan Russell Betty Henry Suzanne Wallace Lori Inglis Kelly Menser Kerry McKnight Darlene Berry Julie Kyle SAXAPHONES Robert Caudill Julie Pleasant TRUMPETS Tim Lovell Danny Carlton Karen Fassold Kelly Ray Ricky Hatley Brenda Purdy Freda Menser Donna Underwood BANNERETTES Star I a Sandefur Benette Mouser MAJORETTES Julie Rammage Cindy Franklin The Band is one of the most active organizations at DHS. All band members meet on Mondays, Wednes- days, and Fridays, and separate groups have sectionals before school or at night. They performed in the Murray Homecoming Parade and also in the Madison- ville Christmas Parade. They give an annual Band Concert and perform at Commencement. To buy new uniforms, band members sold citrus fruit twice through- out the year. The band is directed by Allen Parsons. CLARINETS Debbie Morris Sandy Dickman Lori Fassold Lisa Boucher Pam Dickman Stephanie Russell TROMBONES Tim Wallace Tim Frost BARITONE Dale Buzzard TUBA Randy Hicks Jack Frost PERCUSSION Mike Pool Jane 11 yn Chaney David McDonald Mickey Bayer Mike Nichols DRUM MAJOR David Hamby 117 BAND MARCHES AT MURRAY Every year outstanding band students are chosen for Quad-State Band participants. Along with the honor involved the special band members attend an all day session at Murray. Randy Hicks and Sandy Dickman were chosen as Quad- State members this year. Randy, a sophomore, has been in band for 7 years, and plays the tuba. Sandy, a Junior in her first year at DHS, has played the clarinet for 7 years. Both were chosen by Allan Par- sons, the band director. 118 TAKING IT EASY 119 CHOIR They may not be singing their way to fame, but the DHS Choir is contributing to the entertainment field in their own small way. They perform in the Com- munity Thanksgiving and Easter church services. The choir also sings at the Christmas Band Concert and at Commencement exercises. They are directed by Allen Parsons. 120 CONTRIBUTING TO ENTERTAINMENT Each year people are selected from the choir to at- tend Quad-State and All-District. Quad-State goes to Murray to sing and All-District goes to Louisville. Quad-State members are made up of choir members from Kentucky, Illinois, Tennessee, and Missouri. They sing classical while performing for an audience and making a recording. All-District also sings classical music. They sing for the district teacher's meeting while making their recording. Attending Quad-State and All-District this year were: Karen Fassold, Terri Young, Lisa Nichols, and Suzzane Wallace. 121 SR. BETA ABOVE AVERAGE STUDENTS When students with above average grades get together in one club something good has to happen. This club is called the Senior Beta Club and it is sponsored by Lou Nell Krautheim Fred Nallia, and Doug Phelps. Beta club members sell cokes at all home basket- ball games. They also attend the annual fall and spring banquets of the Hopkins County Beta Club and the annual state Beta Club Convention held in Louisville, Kentucky. 122 JR. BETA . SPONSORS FIFTIES DANCE r I l Jo Hazelwood is the sponsor of the Junior Beta Club, a group of seventh and eighth grade students with at least a B grade average. These students sell cokes at all Junior High basketball games. The have planned a special Fifties Dance, also. 123 FHA is more than just sewing, cooking, and child care. In addition to learning these basics, girls learn man- agement and responsibility. The Future Homemakers of America Club is a means of promoting better homemaker activities at DHS. The sponsor is Mrs. Linda Martin and she keeps the FHA girls on their toes. Some annual events are the Mother-Daughter Banquet, Daddy-Date-Night, the decoration of local rest homes at Christmas, and the Grandmother's Tea. 124 KEEPS MOVIN’ ON 125 SCIENCE CLUB . . . goes under? How many students do you know who would get up at 6:00 AM on a Saturday to take a four mile hike through Mammoth Cave? Maybe more than you think Because the members of the Science Club have done this and much more. With Ray Bowden as their spon- sor, these kids also enter experiments in the Science Fair, and wash cars as a money-making project. 126 LIBRARY ASSISTANTS KEEP LIBRARY IN SHAPE Almost every student visits the library during the year, whether they use it or not. Maybe you've noticed that there is always a group of kids who help Miss Kemp, the librarian. They are known as Library Assistants and during their free period they straighten the shelves, check in books, and run errands. 127 SPANISH CLUB MUCH SUCCESS WITH PAGEANT With Jo Hazelwood as sponsor, how could a club go wrong? Her talent and ingenuity prompted the Spanish club to put on the first Miss American Beauty Contest featuring male contestants. The net result was a lot of fun for everyone and a profit for the club. The mistress and master of ceremonies were Jo Hazel- wood and Gene Bondurant, while John Ray played the part of the reigning queen, Dolly Ray. 128 PAPER STAFF . NEW NEWSPAPER CREATED This year a whole new concept in processing a news- paper was introduced at DHS. The paper was renamed the Libertarian and it resembles a newspaper con- siderably. Instead of the usual gossip column the paper contains news about the school, it contains editorials and letters to the editor. Some of the students even took pictures for the paper. This year the paper was accepted in Quill and Scroll, which is a national honor society for high school publications. Scott Dillingham is the editor and Stillie Mason is the advisor. 129 ON THE LINE READY COACHING IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS After many years of disgust and failure the Panthers of 75 finally won 20 games, a feat that was accomplished after many long hours of practice and sacrifice made by each player. Coach Manasco, who came here two years ago to a team that at best could win 10 games a year, put determination into the hearts of the players. Determination and admiration for his coaching was the key to these ball players. Seniors Ron, Charles, and Joe also helped make this sports year a sucess. We'll miss you guys next year but we're confident that the coach will mold next year's boys into the players you were. 1974-1975 BASKETBALL SCHEDULE Nov. 12, Bremen Nov. 15, Muhlenburg Central Nov. 19, West Hopkins Nov. 22, Lyon County Dec. 3, Earlington Dec. 10, Crittenden County Jan. 3, Caldwell County Jan. 7, Webster County Jan. 10, McLean County Jan. 14, Providence Jan. 18, Lewisburg Jan. 17, Earlington Jan. 21, West Hopkins Jan. 28, Livingston Central Jan. 31, Louisville Ahren Feb. 4, South Hopkins Feb. 7, Russel ville Feb. 11, Crittenden Co. Feb. 15, Lyon County Feb. 18, Trigg County Feb. 21, Livingston Feb. 22, Todd Central Feb. 25, Lewisburg Feb. 28, Caldwell Co. 1. The 1974-1975 Panther Co-Captians Junior Ken Smith and Senior Ron Adams. 2. Big Jeff Jennings takes a warm-up shot before a game with Louisville. 3. Ken Smith gets the tip-off in the opening mom- ents of the Caldwell County game in which the Panthers won. 1 VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM BOTTOM ROW LEFT; Randy Hicks, Tim Carlton, Neal Shipp, ChrisSmiley, Joe Keller; SECOND ROW LEFT; Coach Doug Phelps, statisticians and managers, Beth Aaron, Melissa Redman, Joan Hulsey, Joan Russel I, Cindy Lanham, Starla Sandefur, Denise Wagner, Jack Frost, Head Coach Norman Manasco, THIRD ROW LEFT; Wendell Underwood, Tim Wallace, Jeff Jennings, Ken Smith, Charles Ramsey, Ron Adams, Tim Robinson. 1. Tim Wallace puts in a tough 2 points against Louis- ville Ahren. 2. Ken Smith gets a tough two points from the corner. 3. Jeff Jennings blocks a helpless Caldwell County player's shot. 4. Ken Smith hits two big points in a game against the Caldwell County Tigers. 1. Headcoach Norman Manasco com- plains of a call made by an official. 2. Statisticians Starla Sandefur and Cindy Lanham record the Louisville Ahrens game. 3. Ken Smith warms up from the cor- ner, a game he scored 21 points in. 4. Ronnie Adams puts a move on a lone Ahrens defender and scores 2 points. 5. Tim Wallace sets up in his posi- tion during a successful Panther press. 4 JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM LEFT TO RIGHT; Joey Miller, Jeff Calvert, Jon Winfrey, Tim Robinson, Jeff Riley, Wendell Underwood, Chris Smiley, Charles Brent; KNEELING LEFT TO RIGHT; Tim Carlton, James Wilhem, Neal Shipp. GO PANTHERS! 1. A jumpball between Randy Hicks a Cald- well County player. Randy got the tip. 2. Randy Hicks blocks a shot made by a Earling- ton player. Wendell Underwood waits for the rebound. 3. Wendell Underwood stretches for a rebound in a game against Earlington. 4. Tim Robinson powers a shot over a helpless Earlington player. FRESHMEN BASKETBALL TEAM LEFT TO RIGHT: Joey Miller, James Wilhem, Tim Carlton, Tim Robinson, Jeff Riley, Randy Hicks Jon Winfrey Charles Brent, Jeff Calvert. JR. HIGH BASKETBALL TEAM BOTTOM ROW LEFT: Carla Purdy-manager, Stacy Grable, Roger Alexander, Raymond Searfoss, David Grisham, Steve Wilhem, Eddy Shelton, Kenny Mitchell, Lori Fassold-manager. SECOND ROW LEFT: Carl Hunnicut, Travis Butler, Ken Workman, David Stevens, Darrell Stewart, David Lanham, Tim Frost, Rodney Franklin, Anna Lea Glass. THIRD ROW LEFT: David Morgan, David Allsbrooks, Cole Wigley, David McDonald, Steve Scott, Danny Monroe, Jon Cotton. FRONT: Panther Mascot- Annalea Glass. LEFT: Terri Young Phyllis Furgerson, Traci Menser, Jenna Lou Simons, Tammy Young. TOP: Sarah Simons. VARSITY CHEERLEADERS BOOST PANTHER SPIRIT School spirit seemed to change like the weather throughout the year, making the job of the cheer- leaders very trying. Win or lose, these girls were enthusiastic to the end. When we won, they cried tears of joy; when we lost, tears of frustration. The hours of time they donated for spirit's sake are unable to be counted. New ideas were well presented but not al- ways appreciated by the fans. Nonetheless, they kept on clap- pin'. 140 GIRLS TRACK CROSS COUNTRY LEFT TO RIGHT; Tim Carlton, Randy Hicks, Scott Summers, Tim Lovell, Ron Adams, Neal Shipp. BASEBALL TEAM SUPPORTING DAWSON SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL ARCADIA GRILL FOOD FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY JOHNEY HAMBY CONSTRUCTION INC. DOLLAR GENERAL STORE RAILROAD AVE. DAWSON SPGS. HOME 797-8191 RES. 669-4208 X, ROY LUCRETIA McNEELY DAWSON SPRINGS 797-2745 U'' ) CAMPBELL’S STANDARD SERVICE BRITT DAWSON SPGS. 797-9136 BEN CAMPBELI CHIROPRACTIC COMPLIMENTS OF CENTER DR. J.F. BRITT STEVENS AND DAWSON SPGS. MORRIS INS. 797-8461 AGENCY COURTESY COMPLIMENTS OF OF KA-JA SHOES AND VILLAGE FLORIST DAVIS BESTWAY MAKE THE PLACE YOUR PLACE TO EAT DAWSON SPRINGS Jn G °H Ar N A N AG Y ’S E CONGRATULATIONS TO CLASS OF 1975 FROM CURLETTE BEAUTY SHOP YVONNE WALLACE JEAN JACKSON 797-2475 DAWSON SPRINGS, KY A WE SPECIALIZE STORM'S ,N °LD CL0CKS | WE CARRY A FINE Q LINE OF ANTIQUES U DAWSON SPRINGS g 797-2312 797-5797 DAY NITE 148 ARMSTRONG AGENT’S CLEANERS SUNOCO THE HOME OF THE BEST SERVICE QUALITY DRY CLEANING IN TOWN 797-2181 DAWSON SPRINGS WATSON’S MADISOIWILLE, KY. 821-1130 Western Kentucky's Most Exciting Store Madison Square Shopping Center OPEN DAILY 9 Til 9 Closed Sunday DAWSON SPRINGS FLORIST THE COFFEE SHOP 149 CONGRATULATIONS TO BIG K GRADUATING CLASS OF KING OF VALUES 1975 rvJWi i FROM J.C. PENNEY MADISONVILLE, KY. MADISONVILLE, KY. PURDY’S TRUE VALUE HARDWARE STORE MADISONVILLE, KY. DEE’SHA AND GREGORS SHOES VANOVER MUSIC CENTER BALDWIN PIANOS AND ORGANS SENDER, GIBSON, AND KUSTOM ___AMPLIFIERS, GUITARS, AND P.A. SYSTEMS KENTUCKY BANK AND TRUST MADISONVILLE, KY. MINI MARKET GROCERIES ..the family store WESTERN AUTO 797-8321 AND STANDARD OIL DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. WOODBURN DRUG PRODUCTS DAWSON SPRINGS 114 S. MAIN DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. 797-2761 PRESCRIPTIONS FREE DELIVERY 151 CONGRATULATIONS TO MID-SOUTH PLASTICS, INC. GRADUATES A GOOD PLACE TO WORK NAOMI’S VOGUE BEST WISHES TO DSHS PANTHERS EDDIE FORD SPORTS MADISONVILLE, KENTUCKY DICK MASSAMORE’S DAWSON SPRINGS TAX SERVICE RUSSELL’S ELECTRIC AND INSTALLATION SERVICE NORMAN RUSSELL 797-5762 REX PARKER INSURANCE AGENCY 797-8371 797-2606 GARNETT JUDY ,i'% BEAUTY Stj 's TAMMY TERI H I C K 0 R Y P I T AND G I F T S H 0 P JIM McCHESNEY NEISZ M HWY.109 DAWSON SPGS. 153 HOME E A T I N G GAS AND CONSERVING ENERGY IS A TEAM EFFORT WESTERN KENTUCKY GAS n COMPLIMENTS OF DR. JOE WINFREY DAWSON SPRINGS E£ COMPLETE FOODLINER SINCE 1936 . . . DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. DAWSON SPRINGS KENTUCKY PURDY USED COURTESY O o • TO Q HWY. 62 DAWSON SPRINGS HOWTON’S PARKWAY STANDARD OF BESHEAR FUNERAL HOME DAWSON SPRINGS HWY 109 797-2916 797-5165 154 COMPLIMENTS OF DAWSON SPRINGS AUTO PARTS AND THE FURGERSONS JOE WILLA PATTY PEGGI iifl T PROPERTY OF HOPKINS COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETiffl PENNY PHYLLIS PAMELA FAMILY DRUGS 104 RAILROAD AVE. DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. JOHN AUSENBAUGH. R. PH 797-3591 CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 1975 GRADUATES! DAWSON SPRINGS PROGRESS YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. COMPLETE 797-8151 TIRE SERVICE DAWSON SPRINGS TIRE SERVICE CAR PHIL RILEY, MGR. TRUCK TRACTOR CONGRATULATIONS TO SAV-MOR AND THE 1975 GRADUATES RADIO CAB TERRY BROS. 211 S. MAIN LUMBER CO. 797-8803 LUMBER, HEALTH,BEAUTY AIDS BUILDING MATERIALS FILMS, AND COLOGNES. HARDWARE 797-3941 FIRST FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION OF HOPKINS COUNTY WITH OFFICES SOUTH MAIN STREET IN MARION DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. IVIMU ISUIM VILLL MORGANFIELD 156 SALUTING THE SENIORS . . . VFW and Ladies Auxiliary SUPPORTING DSHS PANTHERS CLARK, BESHEARS, CLARK FURNITURE-APPLIANCES GENERAL ELECTRIC MORRIS AND SONS AUTO PARTS TRACTOR PARTS DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. WILHITE’S LAWN AND GARDEN BUY SELL TRADE E-Z COIN LAUNDRY SANDEFUR’S MARKET AND STATION HOWARD D. HAPPY COMPANY OFFICE EQUIPMENT MADISONVILLE, KY. OFFICE SUPPLIES 821-6300 OTTENHEIMER AND CO., DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. INC. SALES HAMBY’S T.V. SERVICE MENSER’S FABRIC SHOP SEW AND SAVE CENTER m 4 y g CLUCK’S NEW ANJ USED ..FURNITURE SOUTH MAIN ST. DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. : 159 CAMPBELL’S HARDWARE HUNTER STREET DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. BAKER AND HICKMAN YOUR FAMILY STORE MADISONVILLE, KY. PURDY BROS. FOOD MKT. 797-3131 ASHLAND DADDY HARRYMAN'S SERVICE STATION DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. RUBY’S BEAUTY SALON OPERATORS: RUBY HARDIN HILDA NIXON TONI HOLLIS 797-2733 KWIK-PIC MARKET OPEN 7 DAYS- PLENTY OF PARKING 6:00-11:00 OUT FRONT FRIENDLY COURTEOUS ALL OF YOUR FAVORITE SERVICE BRANDS FAST CHECKOUT LANES EXTRA LONG SHOPPING AVAILABLE HOURS _ COMPLETE LINE OF HEALTH AND BEAUTY AIDS 160 lrs H� , SUPPORTING DSHS SUPPORTING DSHS CAPITAL - $200,000 SURPLUS - $200,000 KENTUCKY UTILITIES O® USE Ctf p COMMERCIAL BANK OF DAWSON xSj ReJdy K, x—'' «(' Auppcn OUR INTEREST HELPS THE COMMUNITY DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. 797-2975 161 BEST WISHES TO 1975 GRADUATES DONALD C. WILKEY COMPLETE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY AND BILL KING 162 PHOTO SERVICE COOPERATED HARNED INSURANCE AGENCY FINANCE COMPANY HAL HARNED f 7 A US 62 AT JAMES HARNED SOUTH MAIN STREET DEWARD STALLINS DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. BEN FRANKLIN STORE DAWSON SPRINGS KENTUCKY MORTON SUE COURTESY OF MORTON JENNINGS MAGISTRATE - 6TH DISTRICT DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. JEFF JOEY KWIK KLEAN KLEANERS 1 HOUR SERVICE DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. ARNOLD’S SPORTING GOODS MADISONVILLE, KY. ARMSTRONG SHOES RAILROAD AVENUE DAWSON SPRING, KENTUCKY 797-8854 AIGNER BASS 163 CONVERSE - ALLSTAR - DINGO BOOTS COMPLIMENTS OF HAYES DEPT. STORE HOME OF QUALITY MDSE. BUNTIN-MOTOR-SALES HWY. 62 BUS. 797-4411 DAWSON SPGS. RES. 797-5163 MINE EQUIPMENT AND 1 L DAWSON SPGS EXXON L S U p p L Y 24 HR. WRECKER SERVICE ERNIE AKIN-MANAGER COURTESY OF DRS. FREEMAN CHANEY HUNT’S AUCTION AND REAL ESTATE DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. DAWSON SPGS., KY. C’S STAR MKT. B G CAFETERIA DAWSON SPRINGS DAWSON SPRINGS, KY. 164 SALUTING 1975 GRADUATES GRANT AND OMPANY tM DAWSON SPRINGS, W f jYjr I i ;v KENTUCKY AMERICAN LEGION POE - BARNETT POST 310 PARKWAY GRILL JUST OFF WESTERN KENTUCKY PARKWAY HWY.109 797-5521 DAWSON SPRINGS 797-9141 HIGHWAY 109 165 jfrrrtp 'S J HO NO! QJ. J.00 Ut'' V' ‘ gj - , V .vv V V - w ___ ■ _ • . ; . • - - v w Ka «. - j C ‘ ' . . . 4 K j Wm • —N-. V.1 2 .S£v ? - xEnfc w - K3 sCT . gffiSS ■ . • 33