Dixon High School - Dixonian Yearbook (Dixon, IL)

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Li 1 Abner Company is Largest on DHS Stage “Ah intends to give you a spoonful everyday till the day you dies . . . and for several weeks thereafter! Speaking about her famous Yokumberry Tonic, Mam- my Yokum opened the spring musical production of Lfi Abner with a roar of laughter from the audience which did not die until the final scene. In producing Lfl Abner the fine arts department, along with many other individuals, put in hours of hard work in costuming, memorization, and staging. Every- one involved would have to agree there were moments of disgust and dispare, but these were far outnumbered by the fun of putting on a comedy like Li’l Abner. With the largest cast in Dixon High history, Li’l Abner called for more preparation than any previous musical, but it also had the distinction of being the big- gest production yet. Li’l Abner was directed by Mr. Wiltz, with the assistance of Mrs. Carter as dramatic coach. Ah has spoken! says Mammy. The scientists express dedicat ion to their methods. The senator says Dogpatch will Ik bombed The Dogpatchers learn they must move.

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Ottawa spectators watch as Dixon Dukes score. Homecoming attendants star in spotlight dance. Ottawa Spoils Dixon s Homecoming, 32—7 DHS spirit was apparent as the student body dis- played traditional enthusiasm for Homecoming week. Monday, designated as Class Decorations Day, heralded the commencement of Homecoming Week as the classes decorated their respective areas. Designated as Dukes Day, Tuesday honored the members of both the Frosh- soph and Varsity football squads. On Wednesday the coaches were recognized for their service and homerooms elected finalists for the queen’s court. The pep rally at Bower's Field and later the bonfire highlighted Thursday —Spirit Day. Friday night excitement reached a peak as the Dukes Marching Band presented the members of the Home- coming court during the pre-game ceremonies. Members of thecourt included the Duke, Joel Nagv; Duchess, Deb- bie Rogers; freshman attendant, Terri Tieken; sopho- more attendant, Julie Sanford; and the junior attendant, Peggy Jones. Suspense mounted as the three queen can- didates, Judi Baker, Jamie Curtis, and Wendy Weigle arrived on the Homecoming float. When the results of the voting were announced, Doug Schuler and Jeff Foster crowned Judi Baker queen. During the contest that fol- lowed the Dukes were unable to stop the tough LaSalle- Peru team and lost the battle, 32—7. On Saturday night, pumpkins, scarecrows, and the moon were themes as DHS students and alumni attended “Autumn on the Moon, the Homecoming dance. Featur- ing the Soltar, the dance brought a climatic ending to the week's festivities. 12