Elba High School - Elbala Yearbook (Elba, AL)

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READY TO FACE IRE CHALLENGES OF THE FUTURE

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HOMECOMING 1985 Excitement! Anticipation! Spirit! — These feelings were among many ex- pressed during Homecoming 1985. The traditional Thursday night bon- fire, which was hosted by the varsity cheerleaders, caused enthusiasm to grow and spirits to soar. Thursday night's fes- tivities concluded with a street jam held on the square, which was enjoyed by ev- eryone. Homecoming 1985 climaxed on Friday afternoon, October 18, as the Elba City Schools assembled in Leroy Miller Me- morial Stadium for the coronation of the queen and her court, which consisted of: Betty Ann Cole, senior attendant; Danon Lowrey, junior attendant; Beth Hender- son, sophomore attendant; Kim McBride, black attendant; Wendy Moul- ton, freshman attendant; and the 1985 Homecoming Queen — Debbie Blair. Debbie was crowned by Art Brunson, president of the Student Council. The enthusiastic student body then partici- pated in the traditional pep rally held on the football field. The festivities of the day continued with the Homecoming parade. The hon- ored entries were the Class of 1955 and the queen and her court. Friday evening's activities began with the presentation of the queen and her court amid field in a pregame ceremony. The Elba Tigers emerged victorious over the Charles Henderson High Trojans 16- 10. The Homecoming dance concluded a week full of memorable events to be trea- sured for a lifetime.