Gatesville High School - Crescent Yearbook (Gatesville, TX)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1954 volume:

2 Gatesville stretches two and one-half miles East and West, one and one-half miles North and South. Published by the Students of the GATESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Gatesville, Texas BEVERLY BOYD, Editor GLENDA COWARD, Business Manager 3 FOREWORD CENTENNIAL YEAR! This is indeed a festive and celebrated occasion for the citizens of Coryell County. One hundred years of settling, work, and progress! The 1954 CRESCENT is attempting to show the progress made that establishes us as a leading county in Texas. As the years have flown by, we as students have scarcely stopped to realize what Gatesville was in 1854; in fact, most of us cannot even conceive of what two hundred voting residents, ten saloons, and a varying contingent of nomadic criminals would be like. Upon every day observance, each of us can see the courthouse, schools, and business establishments without stopping to think of the vast wilderness that confronted our forefathers. Time continues her hurried pace, and Gatesville and Coryell County will also continue to advance and grow. Let us all look forward to a new one hundred years of progress. YOUR EDITOR, 5 DEDICATION The 1954 CRESCENT is proudly dedicated to the ever advancing community and school of Gatesville, Texas. In the blue prints of tomorrow our mascot foresees great steps in education and community development. The previous years of progress are only stepping stones to the future we see in the ever growing communities and schools of Coryell County. 7 THROUGH THESE PORTALS OF LEARNING . . . MANY STUDENTS have passed during the years in which they have brightened our horizons. They have known joy, laughter; defeat and disappointment. Yet they are fondly remembered by ex-students and cherished by present generations. 9 OUR HOUSE, OUR EDGAR A. GUEST said, It takes a heap of living in a house to make a home. As you will surely agree, this is indeed a most beautiful house. It's a house that provides almost unlimited possibilities for directing the lives of young people so that they may become happy and useful citizens. Beauty is not achieved by mortar and stone alone; for without the presence of smiling, happy children, one senses a feeling of emptiness. The library is beautiful, isn't it? But does it in any way compare with a classroom filled with six-year olds eagerly and happily engaged in the serious and important business of growing up? And is this picture not enhanced by the presence of a professionally trained, competent, and charming HOME, OUR COMMUNITY teacher who is both a mother and leader in whom these children can confide with safety? In our school we are conscientiously and seriously striving to take full advantage of the finest in material facilities which the enlightened citizenry of our community provided us by breathing into master masonry life abundant. Here is a house, a home, a community made by and for Americans. May the Supreme Architect give us guidance and thankful hearts for the challenge which is ours. A thing of beauty is a joy forever and its loveliness increases with the years. EXPANDED SCHOOL PROGRAM DEMANDS INCREASE IN BUS TRANSPORTATION THE SCHOOL transportation system has progressed steadily since it was first inaugurated in 1934-35. During the years 1934-35, five buses were purchased in order to serve districts outside of the Gates-ville district. The first purpose of the transportation system was to bring to the Gatesville Schools high school students from rural districts. As time went along and the people realized the advantage of an expanded school program, other buses had to be added in order to accommodate additional-districts. From 1934-35 until after the war years, the increase in bus transportation grew until Gatesville Schools were operating nine buses. In 1948 the Gatesville Public Schools were separated from municipal control. This was done in order that outlying districts might be consolidated. In 1948-49 a new foundation program came into operation and this necessitated adding more buses. Along with the foundation program and in expanded school program, seventeen districts were consolidated with the Gates- ville Independent School District. This increased the bus fleet to fourteen buses. A bus shop is maintained and mechanics are on hand so that the buses might run their schedules on time. Some bus replacements are made each year so that the entire fleet may be kept modern and efficient. Approximately 700 students are transported each day. The transportation system has a combined route mileage of 700 miles one way and serves an area of approximately 300 square miles. THE YEARS GO BY AND WE MAKE . . PROGRESS IN ACTIVITIES .... ..........15 PROGRESS IN SPORTS.......... ..........25 PROGRESS IN HONORS.......... ..........41 PROGRESS IN ORGANIZATIONS . .........57 PROGRESS IN ADMINISTRATION ..........................83 PROGRESS IN CLASSES......... ..........91 PROGRESS IN DAILY DOINGS . . ..........139 1921 PROGRESS IN ACTIVITIES ACTIVITIES have always played an outstanding part in the development of any high school. As our school progresses and expands, this progress reflects upon our activities. In 1914, box suppers, the county meet, athletic parties, and the annual spring picnic were among the most outstanding activities. These were enjoyed by everyone; and because of their scarcity, they were eagerly anticipated. Students in 1954 have an abundance of school activities in which to participate. Pep rallies, the senior trip, the junior-senior banquet, the football banquet, the senior play, the one-act play, the band follies, and the senior amateur hour are several of the many activities that students of G.H.S. now enjoy. Activities have and will continue to play an outstanding part in our school life. 15 Ssssssss!!! Boom!!! Hornets!!! The yell leaders and students are cheering the team before a crucial game. SCHOOL WITH FOOT Step right up everybody, get your f o o tball programs right here!” could be heard at every home game while Barbara Wilson and Wanda Williams d i s t r i buted programs to the fans. The best cheerleaders of G.H.S. lead the best football team of G.H.S. on to the field to the roar of the fans. It seems that they are t h e happiest team on the field! OPENS BALL SEASON One, Two, Three, Four! The band and majorettes are really showing off at the half time. Their in-tricate formations and routines always fascinated the crowds. MOM AND DAD were really shining for their favorite football player on parent’s night when Gatesville won over Killeen. G. H. S. SELECTS A SHOCKED but happy expression came upon Dixie Perryman’s face as Coach Mitchell revealed that she had been chosen football sweetheart of 1953. 18 THE 1923 HORNET gridsters watched proudly as their team topped the Hamilton Bulldogs on the home field during the last game of the season. SWEETHEARTS LUCKY MR. GILMER has the privilege of presenting the flowers to lovely Miss La Rue Painter, the 1954 Homecoming Queen, while Captain Jamie Erwin looks on with interest. ISN'T SHE SWEET? murmurs through the crowd at halftime as Miss Glenda Coward receives her flowers for being chosen 1954 Band Sweetheart. Misses Anita Benningfield and Beverly Boyd, nominees, and Reid Schaub, Band President, think she's pretty sweet, too. VISITORS FROM DOWNTOWN enjoy one of the outstanding pep rallies of the year. In the faces of old and young alike can be seen that old school spirit of G.H.S. A CROWD of teachers and board members and their husbands and wives gather for an annual Christmas dinner given by Mr. and Mrs. McKamie. This dinner is informal and is enjoyed by all who attend because of the pleasant atmosphere and delicious food. THE NINTH GRADE sponsors enjoy their responsibility of preparing the refreshments for the eager students at their annual Christmas Party. FACULTY ENJOYS CHRISTMAS DINNER POP CORN! ! Doughnuts! ! was a famous cry heard from the Juniors at each football game. The Juniors worked industriously with these sales to increase their funds. THE LIBRARY CLUB sponsored a Mother-Daughter Tea.” Other entertainment during the afternoon was a short play presented by the members of the club. WE DO HAVE an elephant trainer in G.H.S. Anyway, Claudelia acted as such for the FHA Circus Supper, which is an annual affair. THE GATESV1LLE BOYS were on the winning side when they attended the Bell-Falls contest in Temple. One team won first and the other three teams won second place. THE JUNIOR FLOAT portrays the manger scene in the Christmas Parade downtown. The float won third place. BOURBON STREET FIVE WINS 22 WHATEVER JIM ED RILEY is saying, it must interest Virginia Barton and Mrs. Jones. At least they do not seem to disapprove. WHY DIDN T THEY say so? No one bothered to mention spelling in those three R's, but it doesn't seem to keep Mrs. Meharg from teaching it! BOBBY, PAT, AND ELLA MAE seem to be getting a lot out of the lesson; don't they, Mr. Painter? THE BAND tunes up for a peppy march to open the pep rally. The band freshmen look on the beam wearing the old band jackets and hats on the day of their initiation. THE BOURBON STREET FIVE, ' composed of Willis Ament, Jim Turk Brown, Billy McKenzie, Reid Schaub, and Rupert Shelton, won first place in the Temple District FFA Talent Show. The boys later won second in the Area Contest in Waco. TALENT SHOW THE GREENHANDS are being initiated into the FFA Chapter. No blood was brought and no mental filth was infected, but the agony of mental torture was evident. A big feed of chili, hot dogs, buns, and cookies was spread before the boys. PROGRESS IN SPORTS 1915 AS FAR BACK AS 1912, sports have been an outstanding activity in Gatesville High School. Throughout the years, there has been a noticeable increase in participants and interest in high school athletics. The first type of gymnasium to be founded in Gatesville was the old skating rink, complete with gymnastic equipment. Regular physical education classes were organized and developed. On Thanksgiving Day of 1912, Gatesville conducted its first track meet. The Gatesville High School boys have represented their district a number of times in both football and basketball. The girls' basketball team won the state championship in 1939 and returned again for runner-up for championship in 1953. The team also competed in the state tournament in 1954. There have been success and failure down through the years, but Gatesville is noted for its fine sportsmanship. 25 Gatesville. Gatesville. Gatesville. Gatesville. Gatesville. Gatesville. Gatesville. Gatesville. Gatesville. Gatesville. SCHEDULE 0 La Vega 7 Belton 77 West 51 Waco Kittens 33 McGregor .... 34 Cameron 76 San Saba 6 Lampasas .13 Killeen .27 Hamilton 1953 GIVING PLAY INSTRUCTIONS to Bill Latham during a tense moment are: Coach Mitchell and Coach Painter. IN ONE OF the many scrambles for the ball are: Joe Payne, Pat Henson, Jed Rueter, Dean Meeks, and in the far left corner, Bobby Jones. This game with Killeen was one of the hardest struggles of the whole District campaign. It could be called the game of the year. First row, left to right: Ben King, C. F. Lively, Bill Latham, Gene Sessions, Manager B. K. Cooper, Bobby Jones, Duane Blanchard, Jerry Bates, Pat Henson. Second row: Coach Mitchell, Bobby Arnold, Jimie Curry, Jimmy Don Barfon, Don Dorsey, David Jones, David Glass, Lynn Roy Sherwood, Roger Barnett, Jerry Bob Price, Jimmy Sessions, Coach Painter. FOOTBALL SQUAD Before I u__________II} 7 toO A resolute Hornets came the 1953 mod med football could get ou Thomason Fi run last Fridi got up a good ly in the thin and slickly m for the lone t vage 7-0 batt! This spirited of the Hornet year-old La V cfits fiom the tesville’s and -La 1 local supporters with a hope that here, at last, is that will battle ditions of the n’t fold when thei ig the vicioi npletely took La Vegans i d then, after tal third-pei repeated mounted by as end Dean wingman lau all-state hor Vega’s—and1 tremendous performs 94i Hornets stagger Mr-Qregor, 33 to JAMIE ERWIN. C Inspired Lampasas Team $ Favored Hornet Crew 20 to 6 m a r to ; G net nig in a f ing ing 204 dra net: cat; ger title 1 stri n- 93 r- iy 9 y h- a- at r- id d- A viess football by id forces rudely or’s stunned Bull-of the unbeaten ight and catapul-s to a glamorous ,helr old rivals, f 3,000 watched— n disbelieving si-net backers with e n unrestrained glee—Gatesville’s legions turned Into a proving crushing offense d move-’em-out ground tactics coupled with precision passing and turned what was billed as a close contest into ing flurry that carried to the Bad- a real rout. They struck for two ger 18 before the halftime whistle touchdowns In the first quarter, tacked on two more in the second and another in the third no P . I 72 BOBBY JONES. B JERRY SULLIVAN. 1 B. JOE PAYNE. T. the running, passing ana KiCKing of talented Walter Haynie, the power rams of Albert Witcher, and a surcinp crvih lilro Wongo intr Sc sp Pi «... 1. Hornet Team Scatte in le: th ed in bo 8 lei am M 76 s. IV i JOHNNY FISHER. B. Uni backs ry Ba sledge team, tlve e$t. 27- ; feree allowed Lampasas posses Frida; —r� HK««v w; aKa- jkAm ner’s Surging Hornet Eleven Crusht S Cameron for 4th Straight Wir third 95 DEAN MEEKS. E 74 With Bobby Jones and Norris! Sextoi ................. down -Horne men. The vi hood o ver G Horne non-co and tv Jone ter wh sound score i rugged kick ' 81 In the With Bobby Jones, the? slick lit- In The Rain NORRIS SEXTON, fi Hornets Throttle C-L- oA JERRY BATES. B. BILLY TOM MITCHELL, T. gait, ri other : In the linai penod Coach Lloyd Mitchell threw Hornet reserves into the game freely to hold down the score against a dead-game but outclassed adversary. The count would surely have risen to higher proportions had the Gatesville ringmaster wished to exhibit his muscles Homet i earn uiw® Three Captains and Picks All-Star Foe The Gatesville Hornet foot ers, after turning in their Monday afternoon, elected J Sullivan, Jamie Erwin and B Jones as co-captains of the team. Coach Lloyd Mitchell a a i first E year. The pigskii Bobby his ba cut d fleet h ■lorry___ BILLY LONG. B. BOBBY ARNOLD. B n«.jfhpr ol---wnflTWT Julldogs Wind Up In Red ispii Hornet Crew Conks )um Hamilton, 27 to O ™ Rodeo Kn Gatesville itl ean I, 13- admiration. ligi-i ti-lor- but ) 0, 1 ? of 75 vin ies re- iph n’t JIMMY SESSIONS. B. ice ty- iied by the vicious Hornet defense, hich the visitors couldn’t dent jr as much as a single first down, i fact, the scarlet-sharted Bull-ogs wound up in the red in the ardage column. After a long even-ig of butting their heads into the lornet wall and then backing off LAMP District 22 District vhen both neligible | jict wins. Prior t-Dver Lamp district ra teams and The dii and Bill L Killeen we rules beca1 rodeo last t guard, e i m, an ei j So, Lan pTech and as is the Wednesday nd to have elt all dis- en victory hrown the those two PMS, BILLY LATHAM. n AM. G ) is Sexton iraham of ic League a Burnet d Latham, and Grain it. •een Waco •own next Off begin Lampc 22-AA eligibl. • Lar so a 1 would title p happer Identic but Li it won If will tic and t Friday and th Killeen each te the se iarvey Ba and Di he pla 83 PAT HENSON. G. hornets Bury Waco B Neath deluge of Touchdowns, 51-0 Although they experimented Killeen ely with plays and personnel, ctesville’s ri opped up a tten crew, 511 un Friday n| ad victory oi After an unc- After ringing up a v them coun of 17 wins, nine 1( ening perioc ties in non-conferenc ven explode District 22-AA conti wns in the down to serious bus d tacked up for the opening skir :h of the las trict warfare. First sparse crowd five-week campaign v tch the Ki| San Saba and Hamilt I be invaded by Killc Hornets' lloyd Mitchell Is Named Coach of the Wee Tops ! 82 I Tli .1 years it k. the Cory f Centra' rhe victo in Distri s-Tribunc 1 Gatesville, lugust, are in the district andats Lamj teem much to choose Hornets : . •ft st p I : highly-t position M .e T honors fi seeded yd MitCh l Killeen, after be- ie top f upstart McGregor, spotlight whack the daylights mv Retti nt ROGER BARNETT. E F� u� c meti a .cGregor show was all and Cameron to frnd 71 12-6. to 4-B with ner of TT i Midway rojans ni er trailin the inter backfield stered by . ________________________________________ PAUL HOLLINGSWORTH. J.U who !ix Hornet pasas respectively. The loop’s fifth an accident Gatesville droDoed RED n' runs °L5 TV Bates Jd entry Gatesville takes the week fccl°eIni- dropped f 22. one. 131 nine, eignt nnu mre yard? uaiesvine, taxes tne weex | one-touchdown decisions to La, � he Yoemen rout- kicked three extra points as Jones, Dean aicrw xuu %-� vppvnv ripthv ” 'mi'raUmi 1®-13 to virtually clinch Tigr’s trounced Calvert. 47-7; a Barton—crossed the goal| VERNON BARTON MtS Allen of Rosebud, who set. [ifltpfiviljp’s Snlliyan Tnn J KB in ain o Gf •pre •r I Veg Ba d t h f i� |!� t t n ii ' ck 85 95 70 86 ack! 1 - ry arb IM UN Nvr 1� A l?'l W1 w x n n r PI I i I � r ,:rvr '■FSSIONS. G BILLY McGLOTHLIN. T DEAN MEEKS Forward PAUL HOLLINGSWORTH Guard JERRY SULLIVAN Guard CHARLES ROGERS Center BOBBY CHARLES JONES SHEFFIELD Guard Forward SCOOTER MITCHELL Forward JIMMY SESSIONS Guard JED RUETER Forward C. F. LIVELY Guard GENE McCALLISTER Forward SCHEDULE Gatesville 30 43 Gatesvi lie ....... 49 28 McGregor Gatesville ....... 37 29 McGregor Gatesville 71 42 San Saba Gatesville 44 41 Belton Gatesville 44 31 Killeen Gatesville 47 54 Hamilton Gatesville 53 55 Lampasas Gatesville 61 39 San Saba Gatesville 49 27 Gatesville 34 30 Killeen JERRY SULLIVAN takes a beauti-ful shot to help the Hornets to victory, while Dean, Charles R., Charles S., are ready for a rebound. HOLLY TAKES a shot at the basket viewing the situation are Charles R., Dean M., and Jerry Sullivan. HORNETS FIGHT FOR DISTRICT TITLE First row: Scooter Mitchell, Jed Rueter, Dean Meeks, Charles Rogers, Charles Sheffield. Second row: Coach Mitchell, Paul Hollingsworth, Jimmy Sessions, Bobby Jones, Jerry Sullivan, C. F. Lively, Gene McCallister, Harold Cohagen, Manager. B” BASKETBALL SQLTAD: First row: Patterson. Sellers. Nichols. Curry. Glass. Second row: Bates, Fisher. Kendrick. Routt, Waddill, Manager B. K. Cooper. B TEAMS ARE TOMORROW'S HOPEFULS B’ FOOTBALL SQUAD: First row; Cohagan. Hodge. Franks. Barton. McLaughlin. Dorsey. Jones, D. Jones. Moore, Blanchard. Second row: Meyers. Curry. McCallister. Moody. Sellers. Price. Rogers, Hodges, Glass. Kiphen. Patterson. Fulton. HORNETTES PREPARE FOR STATE MEET First row: Barbara Wilson, Janell Manning. Geraldine McLeroy, Dixie Perryman, Corinne Whitt, Wanda Williams. Second row: Freddie Marshall, Martha Jones. Norma Smith, Marva McCutchen, Coach Nichols. Marie Cox. Jo Ann Holt. Ann Lengefeld. R C. NICHOLS Coach SCHEDULE Jonesboro 29 Gatesville.... ...18 Troy 32 Gatesville... 34 T rov .26 Gatesville.. 29 Penelope .41 Gatesville... 45 Evant — 39 Gatesville.... ..23 Bynum .25 Gatesville.... ..12 T roy 29 Gatesville.... .30 Hico .48 Gatesville... ..28 Evant ............22 Gatesville....26 Killeen ......—32 Gatesville....12 Midway .. 28 Gatesville... ...32 West 33 Gatesville... ...18 Seagoville . 27 Gatesville... ...24 Iredell 49 Gatesville... ...19 Penelope ... 31 Gatesville.. ...40 Lampassas . 32 Gatesville.. ... 7 Hico 34 Gatesville.. ...15 T roy 35 Gatesville.. ...32 Abbott 35 Gatesville.. ...34 JANELL MANNING Forward—No. 11 BARBARA WILSON Forward—No. 88 MARIE COX Forward—No. 90 34 OUR SURE-SHOTS hit the basket many times against Clifton’s defense to bring our team to the finals of our tournament. OUR SPARKLING DEFENSE tries to keep the strong Midway Team from scoring. DIXIE PERRYMAN Guard—No. 22 CORINNE WHITT Guard—No. 33 WANDA WILLIAMS Guard—No. 99 MARTHA JONES Guard—No. 50 GERALDINE McLEROY Forward—No. 00 NORMA SMITH Forward—No. 66 ANN LENGEFELD Forward—No. 31 JO ANN HOLT Guard—No. 55 MARVA McCUTCHEN Guard—No. 77 FREDDIE MARSHALL Guard—No. 44 mv JUNIOR HIGH FOOTBALL First row: Chambers, Pate, Lively. Powell, Barton, Shirley, Morris, Meharg, Brim, Latham, Tubbs. Second row: Featherston, Rose, Angerman, Wood-son, Shirley, Burdett, Jones, Huckabee. JUNIOR HIGH BASKETBALL First row: Lively, Latham, Morris, Meharg, Powell, Featherston, Shirley. Sec-one row: Rose, Huckabee, Burdett, Voss, Woodson, AngermaA. HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS First row: Boyd, Newton, Tatum, Davidson. Schaub, Davidson, Rabbe. Second row: Cooper, King, Nichols, Sheffield, McCallister, Waddill. 36 BASEBALL AND TRACK TEAMS PREPARE FOR DISTRICT First row: B. K. Cooper, Don Hodge, Jimmy Barton, Billy Nichols, Jimmy Sessions. Paul Hollingsworth, C. F. Lively, Jed Rueter, James Curry. Second row: Charles Rogers. Bobby Jones, Jerry Sullivan, Vernon Barton. Gene McCallister, Scooter Mitchell, Charles Sheffield. First row. Dean Meeks. Dickie Franks. Don Dorsey, Jimmy Barton. Vernon Barton. Gene Sessions, Roger Barnett, Johh Fulton, Floyd Meyer, Jerry Bates, Jerry Bob Price. Second row: George Patterson, Jimmy Landry, Noel McLauglin, James Curry, Billy Nichols, Billy Moody, Bruce Necessary, C. F. Lively, Jr.. Kenneth Baize. Don Hodge, Elbert Jones. Third row: Charles Sheffield, Billy McGlothlin, Charles Rogers, Paul Hollingsworth, Bobby Jones, Scooter Mitchell, Jed Rueter, Jerry Sullivan, Jimmy Sessions. PHYSICAL El DEVELOP STUDENT THE PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASSES strive to promote its program to a greater height by encouraging students to participate in such activities as archery, badminton, softball, basketball, tumbling, and dancing. Health Courses are JCATION CLASSES PHYSICAL CONDITION provided for the devel-o p m e n t of students' minds toward their physical condition. The boys are engaged mainly in football, basketball, baseball; and they participate in various other sports throughout the school year. P Ml . MOST VALUABLE FOOTBALL PLAYERS BACK—Bobby Jones LINEMAN—Jerry Sullivan - ■ ■ 1921 PROGRESS IN HONORS ACCORDING TO THE RECORDS in 1921 the honors were limited because of the small number of students in each class. Contests were held for the Most Popular Girl” and the Biggest Flirt among the girls, and for the Best All-Round Boy” and the Most Hopeless Boy' among the boys. The contests began on January 14th and closed on the night of January 21st, with a big box supper. Each vote was worth one cent, and the purchaser of each box was allowed one-half as many votes as the price of the box. As the years rolled by and the enrollment increased, various other honors were bestowed upon outstanding students. Today we have established such honors as Class Favorites,” Best All-Round Boy and Girl, Whos Who, Sweetheart, Beaux,” Homecoming Queen, and Most Valuable Football Players. Truly, we have made progress in honors. 41 EIGHT SENIOR' FOR THE YEAR 1953-54, we selected eight students out of the Senior Class for Who s Who. In order that the Gatesville School might select students on the right basis and to compfy with the college recommendations, a plan was submitted and approved by the administration. Some of the qualifications for Who s Who were: grade averages must DIXIE PERRYMAN CHARLES ROGERS DOLLIE GILBREATH JIMMY SESSIONS SELECTED FOR WHO'S WHO be ninety or above; dependability;-service, leadership, patriotism, scholarship, and attitude. The students were also judged by their consideration of others, truthfulness, loyalty, punctuality, and unselfish interest in family, school, community and nation. Twenty-one members of the Senior Class were eligible or this honor, and from this number eight were chosen. WANDA WILLIAMS C. F. LIVELY Wanda Joe Williams BEST ALL-ROUND GIRL Elected by Popu! Dean Meeks BEST ALL-ROUND BOY Vote of Student Body 45 Football Sweetheart DIXIE PERRYMAN Band Sweetheart GLENDA COWARD STUDENTS SELEC . . . IN NOVEMBER at the homecoming game, the band presented its sweetheart, Glenda Coward, in a special halftime formation . . . The 1953 Football Squad selected Dixie Perryman as their sweetheart, and the selection remained secret until the evening of the football banquet in De cember . . . Evelyn Knapp was chosen Boys' Basketball Sweetheart' in January Basketball Beau JOHNNY FISHER 46 Basketball Sweetheart EVELYN KNAPP FFA Sweetheart PAT TATUM SWEETHEARTS AND BEAUX . . . In the early fall the FFA Chapter selected its sweetheart, Pat Tatum, who later brought fame to this school by her being chosen prettiest girl at the Area Meet in Temple . . . Johnny Fisher, Girls' Basketball Beau, and Bobby Jones, FHA Beau, have represented their organizations well. FHA Beau BOBBY JONES 47 Homecoming Oueen LA RUE PAINTER HOMECOMING QUEEN PRESENTED AT HALFTIME SHARING IN THE excitement of the tense moment before the presensation of the homfccoming queen were Dollie Gilbreath, Evelyn Knapp, and LaRue Painter. These girls were chosen by the senior class as nominees for queen. The queen is determined by ballot voting cast by the sophomore, junior, and senior classes. Because of her charming manner and pleasing personality, La Rue Painter was the choice of the student body. Homecoming Queen Nominees DOLLIE GILBREATH EVELYN KNAPP 48 THE G.H.S. YELL STAFF—Ann Miller, Margaret Perryman, Dixie Perryman, head cheerleader; Sandra Davidson, and Corinne Whitt. EVERYBODY YELL! Ready to back the Hornets all the way were these five cheerleaders, chosen by student election the previous year. The leaders consist of two seniors, two juniors, and one sophomore. Whether the games were played on the home field or in various other towns, they were always on hand to keep the spirit high. The cheerleaders were one of the most active groups on the campus. They organized pep rallies and decorated the stadium before each home game by wrapping the goal posts. Win or lose, these cheerleaders were behind the Hornets, yelling all the way. 49 SEVENTH GRADE FAVORITES alice ann McClendon EDWARD CATO EIGHTH GRADE FAVORITES PATSY BLANCHARD LYNN DAVID TURNER 50 Martha Jones Bob Sellers 53 Barbara Wilson, Joe Payne, Dollie Gilbreath, and Bobby Jones. RUNNERS-UP FOR BEST ALL-ROUND AND WHO'S WHO ARE REVEALED Lazane Asher, Beverly Boyd, Gene McCallister, Frankie Grafe, Ann Wymer, Doris Berry, Mary Anna Lovejoy, Joyce Van, Sandra Newton, Marceline Hardie, Evelyn Knapp, and Bettye Wicker. 56 PROGRESS IN ORGANIZATIONS THROUGHOUT THE YEARS, administrators and students have realized the need and the value of organizations. In September 1910, Mr. Paul Kayser, who was the principal of Gatesville High School, saw the need of such a club and organized the Kayser Literary Society.” From 1912 until 1921, the Longfellow Society, the Patrick Henry Society, the Riley Literary Society,” the Crosby Society, the Athenian Society, the Wilson Society,” and the Robert E. Lee Society,” were organized. These literary societies met twice each month to present a well planned program in which the members participated. With the increase of enrollment, there has been a greater demand for various types of organizations in which the student may display his ability. Our school is attempting to meet this demand by having many different clubs so that every student will be a member of some organization. 57 BEVERLY BOYD Editor MRS. ORAN D BATES Sponsor CRESCENT STAFF Sponsor, Mrs. Oran D. Bates; editor, Beverly Boyd; assistant editor, Barbara Wilson; business manager. Glenda Coward; art editor, Georgia Ann Wymer; layout editor, Wanda Williams; layout assistant. Janell Manning; copy editor, Joyce Van; typist. Sue White; assistant typist. Annette Steward; photographer. Jim T. Brown; sports editors, Jerry Bates, Jimmy Sessions, Bobby Jones. SUGIE COWARD EXPLAINS the different methods in helping to defray the expenses of publishing the annual to Jerry Bates, Jimmy Sessions, Jim T. Brown, and Bobby Jones RUSHING TO MEET the deadline are: Janell Manning. Wanda Williams, Barbara W'ilson. Sue White. Joyce Van. Annette Steward, Ann Wymer, and Beverly Boyd. DEADLINE DEADLINE!!! Everybody working! From September until February', those are the most frequently used words around Old G.H.S. The Annual Staff is busily preparing for the 1934 Crescent. Ribbon salesmen, advertising committees, annual salesmen, and the senior staff, who piK the annual GETTING READY TO bombard the boosters ’ are. Gene Sessions, David Kendrick, and Bob Cummings. DON T YOU NEED a football program? says Pat Miller. Loretta Rabbe. Sandra Davidson, and Janet Neuman. CRESCENT STAFF Advertising committee. Gene Sessions, David Kendrick, Bob Cummings; football program salesmen. Pat Miller. Loretta Rabbe. Sandra Davidson, Janet Neuman; annual salesmen. Phyllis Bauman, Jacqueline Davidson, Sue Blanchard. Barbara Wilkinson; ribbon salesmen, Ben King. Dolores McCown. Nancy Nesbitt, Pat Tatum, Dickie Franks. Janis Thompson. Stanley Sadler. AS BRIGHT AND cheerful as the new 1954 Annual are the annual salesmen: Phyllis Bauman, Sue Blanchard, Jacqueline Davidson, and Barbara Wilkinson. together, are all plunged head-over-heels into work. We scarcely stop to breathe, eat, or sleep, as the days quickly roll by and each minute counts; we all pull together toward that happy day when we can proudly present THE NEW 1954 CRESCENT. THE TASK OF getting the ribbons ready is attended to by Ben King. Dolores McCown, Nancy Nesbitt. Pat Tatum. Dickie Franks, Janis Thompson, and Stanley Sadler. Sitting: Dessie Lee Hayes, Dean Meeks, Mary Anna Lovejoy, Norris Sexton. Standing: Ben King, Jimmy Sessions, Jed Rueter, Barbara Wilkinson. Bobby Jones, Catherine Brown, Wanda Joe Williams, Margaret Perryman, Gene Sessions, Anita Benningfield. STUDENT COUNCIL PROMOTES SCHOOL ACTIVITIES GATESVILLE HIGH SCHOOLS Student Council is organized under the direction of Mr. Pruitt and Mr. McKamie. This year's officers are: President ................... DEAN MEEKS Vice President ........... GENE SESSIONS Secretary ....... MARY. ANNA LOVEJOY Reporter ........ BARBARA WILKINSON Mary Anna Lovejoy .................. Pep Squad Catherine Brown.................... Choral Club Barbara Wilkinson ........................ Band Annita Benningfield .............. Library Club Wanda Joe Williams ................. Basketball Norris Sexton ........................ Football One of its projects this year is to continue giving The Student Council consists of representatives from all classes and outstanding organizations of the high school. Their duties are to better teacher and stu- away the Citizenship Plaque. This plaque is given monthly to the school—Junior High or High School —having the cleanest grounds. dent relations and to advance all activities that will forward the school's development. This year's members and the organizations they represent are: Pens were given to all members of the Student Council. The pins are gold with G.H.S. Student Council on them. Our school demands progress, and this is the duty Bobby Jones ...... Jimmy Sessions ... Gene Sessions .... Dean Meeks ....... Margaret Perryman Ben King ......... Dessie Lee Hayes . ........ F.H.A. Annual Staff .... Junior Class .... Senior Class Sophomore Class .... Spanish Club .... Pep Squad of the Student Council. 60 The SPANISH CLUB has had several interests this year other than that of learning to speak and write Spanish. At Christmas, the members had a pinata, that is a clay jar filled with candies and toys, which is broken by a blindfolded person. This Spanish custom is observed each year. After having learned several Spanish songs, the club entered the Amateur Show sponsored by the Senior Class. SPANISH CLUB HAS PINATA OFFICERS: President. Jimmy Sessions; Vice President. Sarah Schaub; Reporter, Annita Benningfield; Secretary, Stanley Sadler. First row: Reda Featherston. Inez Gallawav. Stanley Sadler. Second row: Sarah Schaub. Jane Gilbreath. Bobbie Mohler, Billy Nichols. Third row; Annita Benninglield, Joyce Warren. Wade Sadler. Ben King. Jimmy Sessions. MISS HALBROOK Sponsor 61 Clarinets Beverly Boyd Linda Dyess Phyllis Bauman Billy McKenjie Sarah Schaub Ann Miller Patsy Jones Martha Clement Glenda Wolf Nan Vick Lyneta Steward Dorothy Cooper Charles Ingram Flutes Barbara Wilkinson Janet Neuman Margret Adams Joyce Macy Nancy Nesbitt Nancy Tatum Laureta Benningficld Oboe Janell Crosby Alto Saxophones Annita Benningfield Stanley Sadler 62 Elaine Turner BAND Tenor Saxophones Annette Steward Carlcen Chambers Baritone Saxophone Donald Bartlett Bass Clarinets Artis Perkins Helen Carroll Cornets Wyllis Ament Billy Waddill David Bates Tom Miller Billy McCoy Johnny Hitt French Horns Glenda Coward Janis Hix Bill Turner Billie Smith Kay Wiegand Patsy Bryant T rombones Reid Schaub Robert Blanchard Sammy Pendleton MEMBERS REPRESEN' Jerry Weaver Ed Wolf Billy Dan Carroll Baritones Danny Magee Kermit Snyder Basses Rupert Shelton Freddy Kindrick Benny Burt Bass Drum Jim Turk Brown Side Drum Catherine Brown Bobbie Smith Roy Kindrick Cymbals Johnny Altum Bells Mary Beth O’Neal Flag Bearers Pat Miller Loretta Rabbe Mary Jo Whigham GHS IN MUSIC CLINIC PERHAPS ONE OF THE greatest assets to the name of Gatesville High School has been the Hornet Band, dressed out in their West Point uniforms. Under the direction of Mr. Meisch, the band is ranked high in the state. A long time winner in contests the band has made several appearances in our capital city since the 'band was organized in 1934. The organization has not only added color to the school but the city also, giving freely with their time and talents. The band has accomplished several honors this year, several of which are: participation in the University of Texas band day parade, opened the girls' basketball tournament, and was represented by five members in the Choice Band of the Marlin Musical Clinic. The band is working for a brighter future for the organization, the school, and the city. 63 Robert Meisch, Director THE MAJORETTES for 1953-54 are: Dorothy Cooper, Jacqueline Davidson, Annita Benningfield, Drum Major; Pat Tatum, Patsy Bryant. BAND PREPARES FOR ANNUAL CONTEST IN WACO m THE BAND OFFICERS are elected by the band at the beginning of the year. They preside at business meetings and help promote order in the band hall and on out of town trips. The 1953-54 band officers are: President, Reid Schaub; Vice President, Billy Waddill; Secretary, Beverly Boyd; Reporter, Glenda Coward; Student Council Representative, Barbara Wilkinson. CONTEST SEASON is here and even nearer is the annnal contest held in Waco. Every band period must be devoted to reviewing, practicing, and putting the finishing touches to the music chosen for contest. WHIRLING BATONS, sparkling smiles, and stunning uniforms mark the majorettes of G.H.S. They lead the band in all kinds of weather and have won acclaim with their unique routines. FIGHT!! THE VOICE of the pep squad could be heard above the crowd as another Hornet victory was in the bag. Their undying vigor in learning new yells, perfecting old yells, and helping at pep rallies gratified their capable sponsor and leaders as well as all the fans, faculty, and student body. The OFFICERS of the PEP SQUAD are: President, Janell Manning; Vice President, Lloyda Thompson; Secretary, Martha Jones; Reporter. Barbara Newton; Student Council Representative, Dessie Lee Hayes; and Sponsor, Mrs. Arline Martin. SENIOR HIGH PEP SQUAD YELLS FOR ANOTHER HORNET VICTORY Top row: Trewitt, Potts. Roberts, B. Newton. Hayes. Jones. Clement, Gilbreath. Williams. Second row; S. Keener, Simms, Wilkins, Grafe, R. Featherstone. Meyers. Muller. Merritt, L. Thompson. Weigand, S. Newton, Painter, Berry, White. Third row: McLeroy, Galloway, Hardie. Phillips. Burt, B. Keener, L. Davidson, Derrick, M. Perryman, Miller, D. Perryman, Whitt, S. Davidson. Knapp. Lovejoy, Manning, J. Thompson, Maxwell. Holt. Poston. Mohler. Farrar, Dyer. Marshall. McCutcheon, Cox, Caldwell, Homan, McCarver. SANDRA NEWTON President MRS. BAILEY Sponsor BETTYE WICKER Vice President LIBRARY CLUI Arranging the bulled board are leti to right: Fat Meeker, Martha Cleittent. Ray O'Neal. Rita Henson. Carleen Chambers. Bobbie Mohler. mmmm The LIBRARY CLUB is composed of students who assist in the library, with each assistants having an assigned duty. The students who assist in the morning before 9 o’clock, the mail, check in the maga- _ put the papers on the rack, see that the overdue books arc announced over the loud speaker and check in books. At least two students arc responsible for duties at Jhe, circulation desk at each period. At the last period, students count the number of books which have iilculated during the day and set the library in order before closing. Orderliness is a must in the library, and it is to the credit of these students that the library is kept in order at all times. One student is responsible for typing cards for the card catalogue, another for the filing of the cards in the card catalogue. Both of these duties require accuracy. Shelving books and keeping the shelves in order is the assigned duty of several students. The students who arc in charge of publicity see that the activities of the club are publicized in the school paper, that the bulletin board is changed regularly, and that books KEEPING THE FILES in order are left to right: Lazane Asher. Doris Berry, Anita Benningfield. Sandra Newton, Sponsor Mrs. Bailey, Bettye Wicker. PROMOTES FELLOWSHIP are attractively displayed over the library. The historians check the newspapers for accounts of school activities and things of interest about students. These clippings are compiled in a scrapbook which is kept as a record of our school life. The program committee plans the programs for the regular weekly meetings, and the social committee directs for the social functions of the year. Some of these activities the club enjoyed this year were: The initiation of new members in the fall, climaxed by a slumber party at the camp of the sponsor; observance of Boole Week in November, at which time the members of the club presented a play for the general assembly and had a tea and program for the mothers of the club members; a Christmas dinner with the exchanging of gifts; and the last event of the year, a theater party honoring the graduating seniors. The Library Club of the Gatesville High School is a member of the Teen Age Library Association of Texas, an organization to promote fellowship among all library assistants in the high schools. MRS. WHITT, MARY Ann Curry, Mar-cie Hardie, and Mary Anna Lovejoy discuss the future plans for the paper and financial reports during the day's work. GAZING WITH PRIDE at the finished Hornet’s Nest are: Bobby Arnold, Cor-inne Whitt, Pat Henson, and Dixie Perryman. 68 PRESS CLUB MEET HURRY, HURRY, Friday's slipping up on us! exclaims Mary Anna, as she rushes the members of the Press Club to meet the Thursday deadline. The Press Club works diligently to present an ' on the spot account” of the happenings around G.H.S. During the week, reporters from the various clubs and organizations submit their news for publication. Special events require special pages; so when outstanding things occur such as the election of class officers, presentation of the Homecoming Queen and Band Sweetheart, or the election of Best All-Round Girl and Boy, the staff must work even harder to finish the extra pages. In order that you may buy your Hornet's Nest on Friday morning, the staff's busiest day is Thursday. The finishing touches are put on the pages; the)’ are stacked and ready for sale. Whew! a rest until next week. The members of the Hornet's Nest Staff are: Sponsor, Mrs. Kelly Whitt; Editor Mary Anna Lovejoy; Assistant Editor. Marcie Hardie; Business Manager, Mary Ann Curry; Art Editor, Evelyn Knapp; News Editor. Dixie Perryman; Sports Editor. Pat Henson; Assistant Sports Editors Bobby Arnold and John Fulton; Girls' Sports Editor, Corinne Whitt; Dirt Editor, Dessic Lee Hayes; Special Features. Ann Miller; Artist, Pat Potts; Typist, Dollie Gilbreath; Printer, Eldon Moseley; Joke Editors, Bill Routt and Bill Williamson; Salesmen, Beth Burt, Catherine Clement, Margaret Perryman, Nancy Jameson, Charlene Trcwitt. COUNTING AND STACKING the Hornet's Nest is a big job; but it is ably attended to by Beth Burt, Nancy Jameson,, Margaret Perryman, Catherine Clement, and Charlene Trewitt. AN ENORMOUS factor in the publishing of any paper is the art work, furnished by the art editor; the necessary and difficult typing; and the mimeographing of the paper. Working industriously at this task are: Evelyn Knapp, Eldon Mosely, Gene McCallister, and Dol-lie Gilbreath. PLANNING EXTRA feature copy and organizing the copy that has been turned in by various club reporters makes a big job. Ann Miller, Dessie Lee Hayes, Pat Potts, Bill Williamson, and John Fulton strive for perfection in their work. First row: Meisch, Adams. Newton. Jones, Tatum, Dyess, Ament, Schaub, Love, Williams. McCown, Hayes. Second row: Clement. Trewitt. Woodward, Meeker. Brown. Magee. Meeks. Blanchard, Gilbreath. Potts. Macy. Roberts. SENIOR CHORUS PRESENTS PROGRAM THE GATESVILLE HIGH School Mixed Chorus was organized by Miss Mamie Sue Halbrook, and at the present time it is directed by Mr. Robert Meisch. It has steadily climbed in popularity and scope. The chorus specializes in all types of music: classical, spiritual, and folk songs. Special music is usually performed during the entire year with emphasis at the Christmas and Easter seasons. OFFICERS: Dean Meeks, President; Catherine Clement, Vice President; Martha Jones, Secretary; Dessie' Hayes, Reporter; Catherine Brown, Student Council. 70 A favorite pastime. THE ORCHESTRA, under the direction of Mr. Robert Meisch has added variety to the music heard around G.H.S. with its special numbers and old favorites. It plays at the school dances and also adds to the program of the Band Follies.” ORCHESTRA PLAYS AT SCHOOL DANCE First row: Glenda Coward, Jim Turk Brown, Carleen Chambers, Don Bartlett, Annita Bcnnmg-field, Stanley Sadler, Annette Steward. Second row: Robert Blanchard, Danny MaGee, Reid Schaub, Tom Miller, David Bates, Billy Waddill, Willis Ament. PRACTICE MAKES perfect, but knowledge helps! Mr. Adams is equipping the Future Farmers with as much knowledge on as many professions as is possible. Elbert Jones, Bill Latham, Charles Edwards, Archie Sanford and Billy Long are busily absorbing all they can of what Mr. Adams is demonstrating. July: Jimmie Dan Barton attended FFA Convention in Dallas. Darrell Whitt, John Mayberry, Don Russell, James Sellers, Donald Watts, Robert Rattan, and Carl Wayne Evetts took a trip through the western part of the United States. August: The Chapter held a watermelon cutting in the agriculture shop building. October: A plant identification team composed of Darrell Whitt, John Mayberry, Noel McLaughlin and Charles Ray Edwards won second at the Waco Heart O'Texas Fair. The plant identification team composed of Darrell Whitt, John Mayberrv, Noel McLaughlin and Burney Baize won the State Fair of Texas plant identification test. Sixty members of the Gatesville Chapter attended Rural Youth Day at the State Fair. November: Thirty-five FFA members attended the Baylor-Texas football game in Austin. The boys in the leadership contest won one-third of all the banners in the Temple District Leadership Contests. FFA BOYS Wlh STATI 72 First row: Mr. Winsler. Giebler, Harvey Smith, Elbert Jones. Joe Berry, Gholke, Shelton, Calhoune, Raymond Jones, Tumlinson. Graham. Woodson, Delbert Smith, Barnhill, Benny Latham, Davis, Richter, Mr. Adams. Second row: Thompson, Franks, Jerry Wolfe, Don Russell, Wicker, McCutchen, Clark Rattan, Billy Barton, Billy Hodges, Edwin Dryer, Martin, Donald Baize, Bill Brown, Bratton, Joe Walters. Third row: Jerry Russell, Newman, Jim Ed Berry, Bone. Sanfordv Charles President, Dean Meeks; First Vice President, Jimmy Dan Barton; Second Vice President, John Mayberry; Third Vice President, Scooter Mitchell; Treasurer, Joe Bob Reuter; Secretary, Jamie Erwin; Reporter, Dickie Franks; Parliamentarian, Robert Hunt; Sentinel. Grady McLaughlin; Historian, George Patterson; Song Leader, Bobby Jones. CONTEST AT FAIR December; The Greenhands were initiated into the Chapter. They were first initiated ritually, and then they were subjected to the degrees. January: Pat Tatum, Chapter Sweetheart, won the Sweetheart's Contest in the Temple District in competition with thirteen other beauties. Mr. Meisch's Bourbon Street Five won first in the Temple District FFA Talent Show. John Mayberry's Angus calf won a first place ribbon in the local Coryell County Show. Future events: John Mayberry will carry two calves to the Houston Fat Stock Show in February. In February Mr. Adams will carry a greenhand grass team to the Houston Fat Stock Show for State competition. February: Houston Fat Stock Show, San Antonio Live Stock Show. March: Hay Ride. April: Blackland Experiment Station. May: Father and Son Banquet. Fulton, Evetts, Jimmy Dan Barton. Fulton Curry, Bobby Jones. McKinsey, Kiphen. Watts, Moody. Cohegan. Mitchel. Fourth row: Erwin. Epperson. Joe Bob Reuter. Reed. Whitt, Gehart Dryer, Noel McLaughlin, Stanley Jones. John Frank Brown, Moore, Billy Latham. Grady McLaughlin. Chambers, Billy Russell, Landry. Bob Sellers. Mayberry. Williams. Fifth row: Hunt, Jimmy Hodges, Jed Reuter. Walters. Warden. Gordon, Simms. Edwards. Rodgers. Wiggins. Meyers. Bumie Baize. Snider. Long. Sexton. James Sellers. Don Wolfe, Patterson. Price. Meeks. 73 First row: Jones, Rabbe, McCown, Davidson. Hayes. Newton. Neuman. Adam . Berry. Feather«ton. White. Wymer. Callaway. Wilie, Wood, Crosby, Wiggins, Cummings. Keener. Blanchard. Asher, Poston. Williamson. Bartlett. Rogers. Brashear. Second rowf: Sessions. Macy, Dyess. Farrar, Perryman. Brown Tatum, McCutcheon. Sheridan. Burt, Freeman, Potts, Schaub. Scott, Mueller, Mitchell, Hogget, Turner, Blanchard, Jones. Steward, Necessary, Carothers. Richardson. Shirley. Miller. Third rowj Mitchell, Perryman. Homan. Caldwell. Powell, Henson. fJesbitt. Sadler. Davidson, Miller, Gilbreath. Cooper, Clement. Trewitt, Burt. Blanchard. Featherstpn. Walters, Harland. F.H.A. PRESI CONVE THE FUTURE HOMEMAKERS of America began the school year of 1953-54 with a bang. Everyone in high school was invited to a Scavenger Hunt and later to a dance which was held at the Harmon School House. The September business meeting was held at the elementary school. At this time a report about the National Future Homemakers of America Convention held in Columbus, Ohio, was given by president, Sue Blanchard. Bobby Jones was elected chapter F.H.A. Beau. In the month of October, the major money making project, the circus supper, was presented. Also this month the club attended the OFFICERS: Sue Blanchard. President; Dixie Perryman, Vice President; Vfarceline Hardie. Secretary; Charlene Trewitt, Treasurer; Catherine Clement, Parliamentarian; Catherine Brown, Historian; Jacqueline Dav-dson, Song Leader; Linda Gayle Dyess, Pianist; Bobby Jones. Student Council; Rita Henson. Reporter; Mrs. Kinsey. Miss Chumney, Sponsors. Vernon. Blanchard. Weigand, Dorsey, Freeman, Creacy. Fourth row: Clement. Meeker, Whigham, Thompson. Knapp, Hardie, Mewton, Painter, Marshall, Burt, Burt, Phillips, Weigand. Derrick, McCarver, Carroll, McLeroy, McCarver, Keener, Brown, Kramer, Lawson. White, Ament, Bryant, Ward, Vick. Fifth row: Lovejoy, Whitt. Roberts, Sims, McLaughlin, Herring, Blanchard, Davidson, Maxwell, Blackstock. Ament, Hollingsworth, Shelton. Sims. Painter, Love, Zeigler, Sims. Forrest, Williams, Baugh, Schrimpsher, Brookshire, Hix, Gauer. Sixth row: Sullivan. Meeks. Latharp. Baize, Kiphen, Sanford, Me Loughlin. )ENT GOES TO NATIONAL ITION State Fair. One of the most important events was the formal dance, when we presented the F.H.A. Beau. The month of January was enjoyed by all members when they attended a wiener roast and hayride. March will be remembered by the members as the month of the chile supper. The F.H.A. Club concluded their activities for the year when they honored the seniors with a skating party in April. Barbara Wilkinson, Sue Blanchard, and Miss Chumncy arc preparing hot dogs which are to be sold at the football game. (The Homemaking Department is in demand at all times.) 75 Left to right: Steward, Hardie, Hancock, Turner, Hopson, Latham. White. Brown, McCallister. Barton. Hunt, and Franks. CITIZENSHIP CLUB PROMOTES GOOD WILL THE JUNIOR HIGH Citi-zenship Club is an organization composed of the class officers of the seventh, eighth, and ninth grades. Its object is to promote school citizenship. Twice each month the club recognizes one boy and one girl who have been outstanding school citizens. The officers are: president, J. W. Latham; secretary, Loye White; and reporter, Linda Hancock. MR. ABRAM PRINCE Sponsor First row, left to right: Carrie Lou Hale, Georgia Watts, Barbara Powell, Jonnie Wiggins, Cynthia Carroll, Carol Burchett, Fayrene Cummings. Second row: Joyce Rogers. Sarah Culberson, Pawy Jones, Amelia Forest, Nancy Painter. Third row: Mrs. Eubanks, sponsor, Mary Lou Patterson, Sue Taylor, Elaine Asher, Charlotte Sims, Faye Russell, Linda Hancock, Barbara Zeigler, Catherine Lee Brown. Fourth row: Claudette Mohler, Eloise Kramer, Linda Lawson, Linda Graham. CLUB SHOWS EFFICIENT AND COURTEOUS SERVICE Rendered by the JUNIOR HIGH LIBRARY CLUB, which is an honor organization. The girls are chosen from a scholastic average of B and a citizenship average of ‘’A . The girli are organized as a club. They have officers, committees, and regular working dates, parties and programs are intermingled with their work. Under the supervision of Mrs. Eubanks, the library service is given through this organization. Each girl contributes one hour daily to the support of the library program. Efficient and courteous service is their motto. They have won much praise from the faculty and administrators for the service they render. Officers for the 1953 54 are: president. Jonnie Wiggins; vice president. Faye Russell; secretary, Georgia Sue Watts; treasurer, Barbara Zeigler; reporter. Sue Taylor; sponsor. Mrs. Eubanks. THE JUNIOR HIGH School Press Club was organized in 1952-53. During the school year 1953-54, it has been composed of girls from the seventh, eighth, and ninth grades who were approved by a faculty committee because of outstanding academic accomplishments. The Press Club has published a newspaper, The Party Line,” in order to keep the pupils, parents, and teachers informed of all school activities. This paper has been sold each two weeks for five cents per copy. Proceeds from the sales of The Party Line” were used to buy supplies for the paper. Two staffs were elected by Press Club members. These staffs have alternated in publishing the paper. Editors are Eloise Kramer and Faye Russell. PARTY LINE KEEPS STUDENTS INFORMED Standing: Forest, Graham. Carothers, Watts, Steward, Necessary, Painter, Washburn, Russet,, and Kramer. Seated: Huclcabce, Lowrey. Wiggins, Mohler, Bartlett, Carroll. J Williams, W. Williams, Pruitt, and Powell. MRS. E. C. WRIGHT Sponsor THE JUNIOR HIGH School Chorus, a musical organization in which all students who are interested in music participate, has sung for the Lion’s Club, Junior High assembly programs at Thanksgiving and Christmas, and for the Clifton Community Christmas party. The members of this chorus have worked faithfully with much gratification to themselves and great pleasure to their audiences. MISS HALBROOK Sponsor JUNIOR HIGH CHORUS ENTERTAINS LION'S CLUB First row: Wolfe, Jones. Lowrcy. Burtand, Forset. Hayes. Murray. Second row: Hale, Mohler. McCallister, Washburn, Freeman, Bratton, Crawford, Tubbs, Wolfe. Third row: Thompson. Bartlett, Wiegand, Vernon, Harlan, Wiley, Bankhead, Kellerman. Watts. Fourth row: Jordan, Love, Walsh, Dunn, Powell, and Britain. THE JUNIOR HIGH Tennis Club, sponsored by Mrs. Lila Holmes, is composed of all tennis enthusiasts. Several of the member will represent this school in competitive matches at the district meet, wihch is to be held in Waco. JUNIOR HIGH CLUBS INCREASE SCHOOL SPIRIT THE JUNIOR HIGH Pep Squad was organized for 1953 1954 by Mrs. Frank Jones for the purpose of arousing enthusiasm and increasing the spirit at the football games. Girls from the seventh, eighth, and ninth grades arc eligible for membership. They have followed their team all the way through victory and loss. WHIRLING BATONS and ringing voices proclaims a touchdown for the Junior High Hornets. The Junior High Cheerleaders and Majorettes backed their pint sized Hornets during the whole season leading yells and doing intricate twirling routines. JR. HI. GIRLS BACK PINT-SIZED HORNETS THE MAJORETTES ARE: Nan Vick. Lou Ann Rutherford. Jackie Bankhead. Drum Major La-villas Vernon. Jonnie Wiggins, and Wanda Bartlett. The Cheerleaders are: Janis Hix. Beverly Washburn, Elaine Asher, Faye Russell, Judy Howell. 81 1912 PROGRESS IN ADMINISTRATION EARLY EDUCATION IN TEXAS shows that teachers were required to have very little training. First grade, second grade, and third grade certificates were issued to those who had either taken county examinations or had gone to a Summer Normal School. These certificates permitted a teacher to teach any grade. During the 100 years of progress in education, schools are being better graded. Teachers in high schools are required to teach the course in which he has majored or minored. Thus teachers are better qualified to teach the boys and the girls who will be the leading citizens of tomorrow. SIX YEARS AGO when the Gatesville Public Schools desperately needed a man of courage, stamina, leadership, and professional know-how, an enlightened board of education sought and secured the services of such a man in the person of our present superintendent, Mr. L. C. McKamie. During his tenure here the parents, teachers, and pupils of Gatesville Independent School District have had no cause for regret for this choice. To the contrary, he has earned and continues to receive high praise for his many contributions to the educational development of the youth in this area. Some of these are: under his leadership we now have one of the finest elementary school buildings to be found anywhere; the school operates on a sound financial basis; and our school now ranks among the first ten for schools of our size in the state. MR. L. C. McKAMIE B.S., University of Texas M.A., Baylor University Graduate School University of Texas Superintendent of Catesiille Public Schools GATESVILLE SCHOOLS For such a man, we, the students and citizens of this area, are justly proud and offer our sincerest thanks. W BOARD OF EDUCATION—J. T. Davidson. John Frank Post. E. W. Jones, Jr., R. D. Foster, Sr., President O. N. Hix. Jim Erwin. Bill 84 Smith, and Superintendent L. C McKamie-_____________________________________ PRECEDING THE YEAR of 1900 the progress of the Gatesville Schools is like all progress encountered during pioneer days. The school system would often hang in the balance between semi-public and private institution. The first real accomplishment, in Gatesville was during the year 1882 when two brothers by the name of Crow organized what was then known as the Central Texas Institute. Perhaps this one thing caused the people of that day to become more educationally minded and little by little the community began to assume educational responsibilities for the youth of that day. In 1900 the first attempt was made to establish a four year graded high school. During this year and for many years thereafter, the 3 R’s were the basic principles of the curriculum. Progress of education has always been slow. Difficulties and limitations were always encountered in developing a well-rounded educational program. After World War I the schools began to pay some attention to other parts of the curriculum that would develop youth outside the 3 R’s. During the next several years the school gradually increased in enrollment which wras a natural process with the growth of the town itself and it necessitated addition of other courses in order to satisfy the needs of the youth. This gradual increase in the development continued and it became apparent during the early 30’s that a transportation system was needed to accommodate youth from the rural areas so that they, too, might take advantage of an expanded school program. The school during all these years was under mu- MR S. L. PRUITT M.A., Texas Tech Principal of Gatesville High School IN EVERY COMMUNITY there is a man who, be-cause of his years of service, his devotion and loyalty, and his leadership and genuine helpfulness, endears himself to the citizenry. People learn to look upon such a person as one in whom they can confide with safety. Such a person is Uncle Sid. For five years he was elementary principal of the Gatesville Public Schools, and for the past seven years he has served with distinction as its high school principal, during the eighteen years in this system. Mr. Pruitt, we the citizens of Gatesville and particularly of Gatesville High count ourselves indeed fortunate in having you as our leader, our counselor, and our friend. MAKE GREAT PROGRESS nicipal control and under the Texas school laws, consolidation could not take place so long as the schools were under municipal government. In 1948 the schools were divorced by public vote from the city form of government and consolidation of rural schools began to take place. Seventeen districts were consolidated and a transportation system of fourteen buses was necessary to take care of increased scholastic rural population. The Gatesville District now is composed of 225 square miles besides serving other districts for high school purposes. During 1949 50 a new Elementary School building was constructed at a cost of approximately one-half million dollars and is one of the most modem plants in the Southwest. Much repair and remodeling has been done to the other buildings that compose the Junior High and the Senior High School. The total enrollment will run during the year 1953-54 close to 1.400. The curriculum of the school has been developed to an extent that students are able to take training outside the 3 R's. such as vocational. commercial, and technical. The schools are due to expand as time goes along. The citizens of this area are realizing more and more that if this democracy is conducted on the assumption that the people who arc educated. the public schools can assist the youth to face intelligently the problems of our time. With deep seated conviction of the citizens. the public schools will gladly assume their educational responsibility, and the Gatesville schools will continue to progress as the years go by. MRS. CHESTER GIDDENS School Secretary MRS DWAIN PLACE Office Secretary MR. STILES IS OUR respected and beloved principal of Junior High. He has many admirable qualities that endear him to all of those who work with him. His teachers deeply appreciate his loyalty and his consideration for them. His students love and respect him for his understanding oj their problems and for his fairness in dealing with them. He weighs evidence carefully and judgment accordingly. Mr. Stiles is a good business man and a Christian gentleman. He came to Junior High nine years ago. Within these years he has asked no one to perform a duty that he was not willing to do himself. Teachers, pupils, and workers feel that nothing short of their very best is due him. He took his B.S. degree from North Texas Teachers’ College and has had twenty-nine years of teaching experience. P.T.A. IS COMMUNITY'S OUTSTANDING ORGANIZATION THE P.T.A. IS one of the outstanding organizations in our community. Its aim is to promote fellowship and a greater understanding between the school and home. The P.T.A. has a meeting once a month at which time the program is given by different classes and organizations of the school. After the program, the business is presented by the president and her committee. MR W. F. STILES B.S., North Texas Teachers’ College Principal of Gate mile Junior High School First row: Mrs. Allen Bennett, Mrs. Bill Nesbitt. Mrs. Euell Swift. Secretary; Mrs. S. S. Benning-field. President; Mrs. Don Saunders, Vice President; Mrs. R. G. Davidson. Mrs. R. E. West. Treasurer; Mrs. Doyle Morgan. Mrs. John Bradford. Second row: Mrs. Andrew Kendrick, Mr. O. D. Bates. Mr. W. F. Stiles. Mr. Sidney Pruitt, Mr. L. C. McKamie. GETTING LUNCH for 310 people isn't exactly a breeze when you are considering the cooking and the calories, but the competent cafeteria staff turns out well balanced lunches with a minimum of effort and expense. PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW SERVICE IS their motto. The custodians are both energetic and efficient in their duties—whether it is raking leaves or selling candy to the hard to please cutomers who frequent the Candy Shack. MRS. SAM L. ADAMS B.A., Trinity English 1, Ninth Grade Sponsor MR. SAM L. ADAMS M E D., A Sc M Agriculture, Senior Sponsor MRS. CLYDE BAILEY B.A., T. S. C. W. Librarian, Senior Sponsor MRS. ORAN D BATES B.A., Sam Houston English III, Junior Sponsor, Annual Sponsor MR. C. D. BOYER M.S., Baylor Mathematics. Ninth Grade Sponsor MR. T. W BRUMBALOW M.A., Texas Algebra, Junior Business. Ninth Grade Sponsor MISS VIRGINIA CHUMNEY B.S., North Texas Home Economics. Junior Sponsor MR. MARTIN CLARY A. B., Daniel Baker General Science. Ninth Grade Sponsor MR WALTER E. DITTMAR B A.. S. W. T. T. C. Mathematics MRS. CLOYCE DUNCAN B. S., S. W. T. T. C Seventh Grade Social Studies Seventh Grade Sponsor MRS. FRED ELLIOTT B.S., North Texas English IV, Senior Sponsor MRS. CARL EUBANKS M.A., Baylor Seventh Grade English. Seventh Grade Sponsor, Junior High Librarian 88 MISS MAMIE SUE HALBROOK M.A., George Peabody Seventh Grade Reading. Spelling, Junior High Chorus MRS LILA HOLMES M.A.. Baylor Mathematics, Junior High Tennis, Eighth Grade Sponsor MRS. FRANK JONES M.A., Baylor Social Studies. Seventh Grade Sponsor THOSE WHO TEACH MRS. NERINE KINSEY B.S., T. S. C. W. Home Economics, Senior Sponsor MRS. ARLINE MARTIN B.S., North Texas Girls' Physical Education Sophomore Sponsor MRS. TRAVIS MEHARG B.S., T. S. C. W. Reading and Spelling, Physics, Eighth Grade Sponsor MR. ROBERT MEISCH B.M., S. M. U. Band Director, Senior Chorus MRS. JOHN MILNER M.A., Baylor Plane Geometry, Junior Sponsor MR. LLOYD MITCHELL B.A., Baylor Boys Athletics, Head Football Coach MR. R. C. NICHOLS B.A., Oregon Social Studies, Girls’ Basketball MR. RAY PAINTER B.B.A., Baylor Commercial Courses, Assistant Coach Junior Sponsor MR. ABRAM PRINCE B.S., Texas Counselor, Senior Sponsor MRS. CRAWFORD SCOTT B.A., Texas State College for Women English II, Sophomore Sponsor MR. GORDON SMITH B.S., North Texas Biology, Junior High Boys' Athletics MR. J. D WARREN H.S.. Sul Ross Social Studies, Junior Sponsor AND GUIDE US MRS. KELLY WHITT M.A., Baylor Algebra II, Sophomore Sponsor, Press Club Sponsor MR. J. O. WINSLAR B.S., A. Sc M. Agriculture MRS. E. C. WRIGHT B.A., North Texas Eighth Grade English. Shorthand, Junior High Press Club. Eighth Grade Sponsor 89 PROGRESS IN CLASSES 1915 From the first year that Gatesville High School was established, it has grown in expansion of buildings and in the yearly enrollment. In the first years of our high school, classes were divided into seniors, juniors, sophomores, freshmen, and sub-freshmen. These classes were small but active. The senior class of 1914 boasted fifteen members; the junior class—nineteen members; the sophomore class— thirty five members; the freshman—sixteen members; and the sub-freshman— seventeen members. Although the first classes were small, from them we have grown and expanded into the present number of three hundred and seventy students. During the early years, the classes were limited and the subjects were of a small variety. History, literature, Latin, science, and mathematics were the leading courses offered. Today, we as students, enjoy a wide range of subjects, bookkeeping, shorthand, typing, vocational agriculture, homemaking, speech, commercial law, and Spanish help us to form a well rounded schedule. 91 SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS: President, Jimmy Sessions; Vice President, Bobby Jones; Secretary, Jamie Erwin; Reporter, Barbara Wilson; Student Council Representative, Dean Meeks. SENIORS ENJOY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES AS THE YEARS roll on in the march of time, the seniors will remember this ye r as both exciting and sad. It has held many happy moments for most, yet we will soon pass on and others will reign as seniors. In November there were many happy faces around the campus as the long awaited senior rings came in. December proved to be an exciting month with the record breaking Amateur Hour with everyone attending. As the basketball season rolled around, the seniors began their concessions for the games. A number of seniors were members of the basketball teams, boys and girls. Several seniors were outstanding football players, and proved to be shining in some of the most critical moments. The dudes from Gatesville traveled to Bandera, Texas and visited a famous Dude Ranch for four days. This trip in March will long be remembered, its thrills, scares, and laughs. The theme of the trip was fun and frolic. Earlier in the year the seniors took an educational trip to Baylor University to visit the Browning Library. Baylor will probably remember the seniors as much as we remember Baylor. One of the highlights of the year was the senior play. The class has various types of performers, comedians, vocalists and dancers. The senior thespians delighted the crowd with their entertaining characters. The seniors have worked hard to make a successful year, but without the help of our sponsors success would have been impossible. 92 SENIOR SPONSORS: Mrs. Baily, Mr. Prince, Mrs. Elliott, Mr. Mitchell, Mr. Adams, and Mrs. Kinsey. Ament, Bill Charter Member; Football 52, 53; FHA 54. Asher, Lazane Lampasas 44; High School Pep Squad 51; Junior High Library 51; FHA 51, 52, 54; High School Library 52, 53. 54; Library President 53; Library Reporter 54; Library Typist 54; Junior High Pep Squad 51; Runner-Up Who's Who 54. Berry, Doris Charter Member; Junior High Library Club 51; FFA 51. 52, 53, 54; Pep Squad 54; High School Library 52, 53, 54; Secretary-Treasurer of Library Club 54; Perfect Attendance 51, 53; Rupper-Up Who's Who 54. Blackstock, Dan Arnett 50; Attendance Award 51, 52; FFA 52; FHA 54. Blanchard, Duane Charter Member. FFA 51. 52. 53; Shop 54; Track 51. 52, 53. Football 52. 53. 54. Boyd, Beverly Charter Member; Junior High Cheerleader 49. 50. 51; Head Cheerleader 50, 51; Junior High Library Club 50. 51; Carnival Duchess 50; Freshman Class Secretary 50; FHA 49, 50. 52. 53; Tennis Club 52, 53. 54; Curtain Time Club 52. 53; FHA Carnival Duchess 53; Band 50. 51. 52. 53. 54; Band Secretary 53. 54; Annual Staff 50. 51. 52. 53. 54; Annual Editor 53. 54; Band Sweetheart Nominee 54; Regional Band 53, 54; Runner-Up for Who's Who 54; Merit Award 52. Baize, Burney Turncrsville 52; FFA 53, 54; Grass Team 54; Skill Team 54. Bates, Jerry Fort Worth 51; Track 52; Duke 52; Basketball 52; Junior Class Officer 53; District Track 52, 53; State Track 53; Regional Track 52, 53; Football 53, 54; FFA 52. u Brown, Jim Turk Charter Member; Junior High Camera Club 50, 51; Vice President of Band 51; Band 50, 51, 52, 53. 54; Press Club 50, 51, 52, 53; President of Junior High Camera Club 50; All Clinic Drummer Award 51; Sophomore Class President 52; Band President 52; Curtain Time Club 52, 53; Mexia Clinic Drummer Award 52; FHA 52, 53, 54; President of Curtain Time Club 53; Regional Declamation 53; Orchestra 52, 53, 54; Football Trainer 54; Bourbon Street Five 54; Annual Staff 54; Photograph 54. Burt, Betty Charter Member; FHA 51, 52, 53. 54; Curtain Time Club 52, 53. Junior High Pep Squad 50; High School Pep Squad 50, 51. 52. 53; Volleyball 52, 53, 54; Softball 52. 53, 54; Basketball 51, 52; Basketball Manager 54; Merit Award 50. 51. 52, 53. Chamblee, Jack Crawford 52; FFA 52; Grass Judging Contest 52. Coward, Glenda Charter Member; Junior High Library 49, 50, 51; Vice President of Junior High Library 51; Junior High Pep Squad 50; Band Duchess 51; Band 50. 51. 52. 53, 54; FHA 51, 53; Pianist of 'HA 53; Dramatics Club 53; Band Sweetheart Nominee 52; Annual Staff 52, 53, 54; Business Manager of Annual Staff 54; Band Sweetheart 54; Band Reporter 54; Attendance Award 51; Orchestra Pianist 54. ICreacy, Arvil Charter Member; FFA 51, 52, 53, 54; Band 51, 52; Track 52; FHA 51. 52; Football 50. 51. Cummings, Bob Charter Member; Junior High Tennis Club 50, 51; Junior Singles District Champ 51; Annual Staff 53, 54. Erwin, Jamie San Angelo 46; FFA 51, 52, 53, 54; Junior High Football 50; Shop 51; Carnival Duke 51; Coronation King 53; Football 51, 52, 53; Class Officer 54; FFA Officer 53, 54; Football Captain 53. Featherston, Reda Arnett 50; Spanish Club 53, 54; Library Club 54; Pep Squad 52, 53, 54; FHA 51, 52; Merit Award 52. V Fisher, John Edgar Charter Member; Basketball 51, 52, 5}, 54; Football 51, 52, 53, 54; Track 51, 52, 53, 54; FHA 52, 53; FFA 51, 52; Basketball Beau 54. Freeman, Corilea Purmela 51; FHA Officer 51; FHA 50, 51; Softball Team 52, 53; Volleyball Team 52, 53; Attendance Award 52, 53. Gallaway, Inez Coryell 50; Volleyball 52. 53. 54; Softball 52, 54; Curtain Time Club 53; Spanish Club 53. 54; Spanish Club Duchess 53; Basketball 51, 52, 53, 54; FHA 51, 52, 54; Pep Squad 51, 52, 54; Track 53, 54. Gilbreath, Dollie Anita Leon Junction 50; FHA 51, 52, 53, 54; Pep Squad 52, 53; Press Club 53, 54; Press Club Typist 53, 54; Softball 52, 53. 54; Volleyball 52, 53, 54; Sophomore Scholarship 52; Basketball 52, 53; Student Council 53; Homecoming Queen Nominee 54; Runner-Up Best All-Round 54; Who's Who 54. Grafe, Frankie Amett 50; Library Club 53, 54; Library Club Historian 54; Basketball 52; FHA 51; Merit Award 53; Pep Squad 54; Runner-Up Who’s Who 54. Hancock, Margaret Charter Member; Junior High Chorus 49; Senior Chorus 53; FHA 50, 51, 52; Band 50. Hardie, Marceline White Hall 51; Press Club 53, 54; Pep Squad 52, 53, 54; Curtain Time Club 53; FHA 51, 52, 53, 54; FHA Secretary 54; Softball Team 52, 53; Volleyball Team 53; Attendance Award 52, 53; Runner-Up Who's Who 54. Hodges, Jimmie Charter Member; FFA 51, 52, 53, 54; FFA Historian 52; Football 51, 52, 53. Track 52, 53- A Hollingsworth, Paul Turncrsville 50; Junior High Basketball 51; High School Basketball 52, 53, 54; Football 54; Baseball 52, 53, 54; Track 52, 53, 54; FFA 53. Jones, Bobby Weslaco 45; Annual Staff 52, 53, 54; Student Council 51, 52, 53, 54; Football 51, 52, 53, 54; Captain 53; Letter Award 51, 52, 53; Basketball 53, 54; Track 52, 53, 54; Basebal 52, 53, 54; Sophomore Class Vice President 52; Junior Class President 53; FHA Beau 53; FHA Club 51, 52; FHA Officer 53, 54; FHA Duke 53; Most Valuable Back 53; Runner-Up Best All-Round 54. Jones, Stanley Turnersville 49; Football 51, 52, 53, 54; Track 51, 52, 53, 54; FFA 51, 52, 54; Basketball 53. Kiphen, Eugene Plainview 50; FFA 51, 52, 53. 54; FHA 53, 54; Attendance Award 49, 50, 51, 52; Football 53. Knapp, Evelyn Harmon 48; JJunior High Library 51; High School Pep Squad 51. 54; Band 52. 53, Press Club 51. 52, 53. 54; FHA 51. 52. 53. 54; Basketball Sweetheart 54; Runner-Up for Who's Who 54. Latham, Bill Whitehall 47; Junior High Football 49, 50, 51; Junior High Basketball 49. 50, 51; FFA 51, 52, 53, 54; Shop 54; FHA 54; Football 52, 53, 54; Basketball 52, 53; Track 31. 52. 53. Lively, C. F., Jr. Charter Member; FFA 51. 52, 53, 54; FFA Officer 53; Footbal 51, 52, 53; Baseball 51, 52, 53, 54; Basketball 51, 53, 54; Junior High Tennis Club 51; Junior High Football 50; Boxing 53, Track 54; Who's Who 54. Lovejoy, Mary Anna Charter Member; FHA 51. 52, 53, 54; Pep Squad 50, 54; Press Club 51. 52, 53, 54; Student Council 54; Student Council Secretary 54; Editor of the Hornets Nest 54; Scholastic Award 51; Runner-Up Who's Who 54. McCallister, Gene (Charter Member; Junior High Tennis Club 51; District Doubles Tennis Champs 51; High School Tennis Club 52, 53, 54; Regional Doubles Tennis Quarter-Finalists 52; Bas- ketball 52, 53, 54; Baseball 52, 53, 54; Football 52, 53. 54; Football Manager 52; FFA 53. 54; All-District Baseball 53 . Lone Star Boys' State 53; Press Club 53. 54; Who's Who 54. McClesky, Joe Dean Brownfield 49; FFA 51, 52, 53; Football 53. McKenzie, Billy Waco 51; FFA 51, 52, 53. 54; FFA Officer 52, 53; Band 51, 52. 53, 54; Bourbon Street Five 53, 54; Houston Fat Stock Show 52. McLaughlin, Grady Charter Member. FFA 51. 52, 53, 54; FHA 54. McLeroy, Geraldine Charter Member; Pep Squad 51, 52, 53; Attendance Award 51, 52, 53; Basketball 52, 53. 54; Curtain Time Club 53; FHA 51, 52, 53. 54; Volleyball 52, 54; Softball 52; Tennis 54; Junior High Flag Bearer 51. . Manning, Janell Purmela 50; Carnival Duchess 52; Sophomore Favorite 52; Student Council 53; FHA 51, 52; Junior Class Reporter 53; Pep Squad 52, 53; Pep Squad Secretary-Treasurer 52; Pep Squad President 53; Basketball 52, 53, 54; Basketball Captain 53; Basketball Letter Award 52, 53, 54; All Tournament Forward 53; Softball 52, 53, 54; Softball Captain 53; Volleyball 52, 53, 54; Annual Staff 54; Assistant Layout Editor 54. Mayberry, John Purmela 50; FFA 51. 52. 53. 54; FFA Reporter 53; FFA Vice President 54; FFA Grass Judging Team 53, 54; Beef Judging Team 51; Beef Scramble Award 53; FFA Grass Judging Champs 53; Runner-Up Who's Who 54. Maxwell, Paul Charter Member; FflA 51, 52, 53. • r- m r Meeks, Dean Charter Member; Student Council 5}, 54; Student Council President 54; FFA 51, 52, 53, 54; President FFA 54; President Senior Chorus 54; Tennis 51; Junior Favorite 53; Football 51, 52, 53, 54; All-District Football 53, 54; Honorable Mention State 54; Basketball 51, 52, 53, 54; Duke 53; Track 52, 53, 54; Attendance Award 53; Best All-Round Boy 54. Meyer, Ella Mae Harmon 47; FHA 51, 52; Pep Squad 51, 52, 53, 54; Curtain Time Club 52; Attendance Certificate 51. Mitchell, Billy Tom Pasadena 44; Football 51, 52, 53; Basketball 52, 53, 54; FFA 51, 53; FHA 53; Coronation Duke 51; Track 52 53, 54; Baseball 53, 52, 54; FHA Officer 54. Newton, Sandra Pidcoke 46; Junior High Pep Squad 51; Junior High Library 51; FHA 51, 52, 53. 54; Pep Squad 52, 54; Library 53. 54; Curtain Time Club 53; Junior High Majorette 51. Library Officer 54. 5 O'Neal, Mary Beth South Fort Hood 48; FHA 50, 51; Band 51, 52, 53, 54. Painter, La Rue Jonesboro 49; Junior High Pep Squad 51; High School Pep Squad 51. 52, 53, 54; FHA 51, 52. 53, 54; Curtain Time Club 52, 53; Homecoming Queen 54. Patterson, George Plainview 50; FFA 51, 52, 53, 54; FFA Skill Team 53; FFA Officer 54; Track 53, 54; Baseball 53; Football 53. Paxton, Bill Charter Member; Track 54; Class Officer 51. Payne, Joe Charter Member; Football 31, 52, 53; One Act Play 52; Carnival King Nominee 52; Junior High Tennis Club 51; Basketball 52; Junior High Football 49, 50; Boys' State 53; Runner-Up Best All-Round 54. Perryman, Dixie Harmon 48; Junior High Library 50, 51; Junior High Library President 50, 51; Duchess 51, 52; Junior High Flag Bearer 50, 51; Volleyball 51, 52; Pep Squad 50; Pep Squad Officer 50; Press Club 50, 51, 52, 53, 54; Special Feature Editor 52, 53, News Editor 54; FHA 51. 52. 53, 54; Vice President FHA 54; Sophomore Class Officer 52; Merit Award 52; Cheerleader 51, 52, 53; Head Cheerleader 53; Student Council 52; Curtain Time Club 52, 53; Debate 53; Basketball Sweetheart 53; District Winner in Debate 53; Football Sweetheart 53; State Award for Sportsmanship and Determination 53; All-Tournament Guard 53, 54; Basketball 51, 52. 53. 54; Basketball Letter Award 52, 53; Who's Who 54. Phillips, Carolyn Osage 42; Junior High Library 49, 50, 51; Junior High Pep Squad 48, 49. 50; FHA 51, 52. 53, 54; High School Pep Squad 51, 52, 53. 54; Curtain Time Club 52, 53. Rattan, Robert Arnett 50; FFA 51. 52, 53, 54, Track 52; Skill Team 54; Best Commercial Show Calf 53. Rhoads, Ray Charter Member; Junior High Football Manager 51; Junior High Basketball Manager 51. Rogers, Charles Charter Member; FFA 51, 32, 33, 54; Football 33, 54; Basketball 51. 52. 53. 54; Baseball 51, 32, 53, 54; Track 54; Junior High Tennis Club 5i; Attendance Award 51, 52, 53; Delegate Area Seven 53; Sweetheart Contest 52; Senior High Tennis 32, 53, 34; Second Team All-District Baseball 52; Who's Who 54. Rueter, Joe Bob Plainview 49; FFA 51, 52, 33, 54; FFA Vice President 52, 53; FFA Treasurer 54; Beef Judging 51; Baseball 33, 54; Beef Scramble Award 52. Sanford, Archie Palestine 43; FFA 51, 52, 53, 54; FFA Executive Committee 54; Baseball 32, 33, 54; FHA 54; Attendance Award 51. 53; FFA Radio Broadcasting Contest 54; FFA Grass Judging Contest 51, 32, 53; Lone Star Boys’ State 53; FFA Dairy Judging Contest 53. Sessions, Jimmy Brownwood 51; Football 51, 52, 53, 54; Regional Track 52, 53, 54; Baseball 53; Class President 54; Class Vice President 53; Class Secretary 52; Student Council 54; Spanish Club 54; Spanish Club President 54; FHA 54; FHA Beau Nominee 53; Coronation Duke 52; Attendance Award 53; Who’s Who 54. Sexton, Norris Charter Member; Junior High Football 49, 50, 51; Junior High Basketball 50, 51 ; Junior High Track 49, 50; Football 52, 53, 54; Basketball 52. 53, Baseball 52. 53; Track 52, 53; District Track 52, 53; All-District Football 52. All-District Second Team Football 54; Student Council 53, 54; FFA 54; Executive Committee 54; Shop 54; Co-Cap-tain Football 53- Shelton, Rupert Coryell Community 44; FHA 54; Band 51, 52, 53, 54; UIL Solo 53, 54; Bourbon Street Five 54; All-District Band 54; Lone Star Boys’ State 53. Smith, Norma Arnett 50; Nominee for Queen 51; Pep Squad 52; Volleyball 51. 52; Softball 51, 52; Basketball 51, 53, 54; Assistant Basketball Manager 52; FFA 51, 52, 53, 54; Tennis 53, 54; Favorite of Senior Class 54. Steward, Annette Bastrop 49; FHA 49. 50; Band 51, 52, 53. 54; Curtain Time Club 53; Annual Staff 54; Orchestra 53, 54. Sullivan, Jerry Charter Member; Junior High Football 50, 51; Junior High Basketball 50, 51; FFA 51; FHA 52. 53; Football 52. 53. 54; Basketball 52. 53; 54; Track 51. 52, 53. 54; Baseball 52, 53, 54; Co-Captain Football 54; Senior Favorite 54; Most Valuable Lineman 54. Thompson, Lloyda Charter Member; Choral Club 53; Pep Squad 51, 52, 53, 54; Pep Squad Officer 53; FHA 51, 52, 53, 54; Volleyball 52, 53; Attendance Award 52; Junior High Pep Squad 50; Softball 53. Van, Joyce Marie Leon Junction 50; FHA 51, 52; Freshman Honor Student 51; Sophomore Honor Student 52; Volleyball 53; District Typing Contest 53; Junior Scholarship 53; Annual Staff 34; Copy Editor 54; Runner-Up Who’s Who. Williams, Harold Slater 43; Football 51. 52, 53. 54; FFA 51, 52, 54; Shop 53. Williams, Wanda Joe Pecos 50; FHA 51; Attendance Award 51; Library Club 52; Junior Favorite 53; Student Council 54; Annual Staff 54; Layout Editor 54; Volleyball 52, 53, 54; Volleyball Captain 53; Basketball 51, 52, 53, 54; Basketball Letter Award 52, 53. 54; All-Tournament Guard 53, 54; All-State Guard 53; Best All-Round Girl 54; Who's Who 54. Wilson, Barbara Sue Charter Member; Annual Staff 53, 54; Assistant Editor 54; Student Council 52; FHA 50, 52, 53; Senior Class Reporter 54; Runner-Up Best All-Round 54; Freshman Favorite 51; Sophomore Nominee for Queen 52; Basketball Sweetheart 52; Basketball Duchess 53; Basketball 50, 51, 52, 53, 54; All-State Forward 53; Basketball Captain 52; Basketball Letter Award 50, 51, 52, 53. 54; All-Tournament Forward 51, 52, 53. 54; Volleyball 51, 52, 53; Softball 49, 50; Who's Who 54. Witt, Darrell May High 51; FFA 51. 52, 53, 54; FFA President 53, Executive Committee Chairman 54; Grass Judging 53, 54; FFA First Vice President 52; Grass Judging Champions Dallas Fair 53; Second Individual Award 53. Warren, Joyce Coryell City 50; FHA 51, 52, 53; Dramatics Club 52, 53; Spanish Club 52, 53. 54. White, Sue Leon Junction 50; FHA 51, 52, 54; Pep Squad 53, 54; Student Council 53; District Typing Contest 53; Annual Staff Typist 54; Volleyball 53; Who's Who 54. Whitt, Corinne Pearl 49; Basketball 51, 52, 53, 54; Volleyball 50, 51, 52, 53; Basketball Captain 52, 53; Softball 50; FHA 51, 52, 53. 54; Tennis 51, 52; Press Club 53, 54; Cheerleader 53, 54; Carnival Queen 53; All-Tournament Guard 52, 53; Tied for All-State Guard 53; Basketball Letter Award 52, 53. Wicker, Bette Plainview 49; Pep Squad 51, 52; FHA 51; Library Club 52, 53, 54; Library Vice President 54; Runner-Up Who's Who. WYmer, Georgia Anne Charter Member; Junior High Pep Squad 51; FHA 51, 52, 54; Library Club 55; Debate 5}, 54; Attendance Award 51, 53; Curtain Time Club 53; Annual Staff 54; Art Editor 54. THE SENIORS enjoyed their trip to see the Browning Collection at Baylor. In connection with their study of Robert and Elizabeth Browning in Literature, the Seniors visit Baylor annually to see the collection. THE SENIORS enjoy their superiority over the new members of the FFA as they initiate them into the club. THE SENIORS are studying English under the supervision of Mrs. McKamie, who is substituting for Mrs. Elliott. English is one of the most important subjects the seniors take. SENIORS!! The very first meeting called was for the election of officers. After many years of close association, the class chose quickly and intelligently the ones they wanted to be their leaders. A VIEW of England is being given to one of Mrs. Elliott's English literature classes. By their absorbed expressions, it is easy to see that they have a wonderful view, too. WHICH RING shall we select?” this was the question raised as Jamie carried the samples around. Oh, they're all so pretty and the one with the initials,” could be heard as they discussed the good and bad of all the samples. For a minute the opinion was divided, but in the actual voting it was 100% in favor of the one with the initials. JUNIORS BUY POPCORN MACHINE HOT DOGS! POP CORN! HOT COFFEE ! It's the Juniors hard at work at one of the home football games trying to raise money for the Junior-Senior Banquet, and to pay for their shining new pop corn popper. With unusual generosity the Juniors sold mums to buy megaphone medals for the cheerleaders; they really appreciate it, too! After they learned they could sponsor only one money-making project, their thoughtful mothers gave a dance after every home game and turned the proceeds over to the class fund. 104 Adams, Margaret Ament, Wyllis Arnold, Bobby Barnett, Roger Bartlett, Donald Barton, Vernon Bauman, Phyllis Beasley, Juanzell Benningfield, Annita Bird, Frank J. Blanchard, Sue Brashear, Glynda Brown, John F. Brown, John T. Burt, Benny Bruton, Yvonne Burt, Sherrie Calhoun, Karl Carroll, Helen Chambers, Carleen Clement, Martha Cooper, B. K. Cooper, Dorothy Cox, Marie Culbert, Billy Curry, Mary Ann Davidson, Jacqueline Davidson, Sandra Dorsey, Don Dyer, Doris Edwards, Charles Edwards, Donald Epperson, Donald Featherston, LaNelda Gordon, A. J. Gilbreath, Laura Jane Hammack, Lucy Hayes, Dessie Henson, Pat Hodges, Billy Mac Holt, Jo Ann Hunt, Robert J. Jones, Martha Keener, Billie Kendrick, David Kindrick, Freddy Landry, Jimmie Logan, Curtis Love, Ruth McCarver, Joy McGlothlin, Billy ’’7 Meeker, Pat Merritt, Gail Meyer, Floyd Miller, Ann Miller, Pat Moody, Billy Moore, Edgar Morton, Thomas Mueller, Betty Necessary, Bruce Neuman, Janet Newton, Barbara O’Neal, Ray Painter, Pauline Perkins, Artis Lynn Rabbe, Loretta Rattan, Esterleen Riley, Gene Routt, Billy Rueter, Jed Schaub, Reid Schaub, Sarah Sellers, Bob Sessions, Gene Sheffield, Charles Shirley, Neta Ruth Sims, Duane Smith, Delbert L. Waddill, Billy Warden, Lewis Whigham, Mary Jo Wiggins, Bill Wilkinson, Barbara Williams, Sammy Jo Williamson, Bill Woodson, Mike Woodward, Barbara LITTLE BOYS blew and tried to promote the cheer, while Sirs Freddy Kin-drick, Benny Burt, and Kermit Snyder played without a fear. Fine Junior lads they are now, and big brass horn they play, but sometime the sweet notes they toot come out with quite a sway. IN THE LAND of Texas a first period history class meets; the maps of America they study far into the deep, as Mr. Warren and Martha Jones look on from their seats. The class listens closely while the boy on the back seat sleeps. THE STUDENTS gather together to study their English with speed as Janet helps Annita display her noble deed. SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS—President, David Glass; Vice President. Dickie Franks; Secretary, Janice Thompson; Reporter, Charlene Trewitt; Student Council Representative, Margaret Perryman. SOPHOMORES ARE REPRESENTED IN MANY ORGANIZATIONS THE SOPHOMORE CLASS looked forward with keen anticipation to this first year in senior high school. We made all the mistakes any class could make. We have started the training that will prepare us for our final goal—graduation. Our aim was to be a part of the entire school organization. For this reason the class is well represented in the press club, annual staff, band, chorus, football, basketball, future farmers, and homemakers. 112 SOPHOMORE SPONSORS—Mr. Nich-ol$. Mrs. Whitt. Mrs. Martin. Mrs. Scott, and Mr. Smith. Baker, Dorothy Faye Baker, Jack Barton, Charles Ray Barton, Jerry Wayne Barton, Jimmy Don Berry, Jim Ed Blanchard, Robert Blanchard, Sylvia Bond, Doyle Bone, Carl Brown, Catherine Curry Bryant, Frances Burt, Beth Burt, Linda Caldwell, Phyllis Chambers, Sammy Chamlee, James Clement, Catherine Cohagan, Harold Creacy, Ruby Curry, James Davidson, Lavetta Nell Davis, Brents Davis, Leslie Derrick, Norma Jean Draper, Cloyce Draper, Joyce Dreyer, Gerhart Dunn, Jerry Dyer, Robert Dyess, Linda Gayle Eakin, Duane Evetts, Carrol Wayne Farrar, Martha Ann Featherston,. Bettie Lee Franks, Dickie Henson, Rita Herring, Helen Hodge, Don Fulton, John Riley Giebler, Roland Gilchrest, Anita Gilchrest, Betty Glass, David Gohlke, Robert Graham, Glen Healer, Jimmy Hensler, Paul Holt, Reva Homan, Cynthia Ann Jameson, Nancy Jones, David Jones, Raymond Karau, David Keener, Sue King, Ben Latham, Benny Lengefeld, Ann Long, Billy Joe McCarver, Sue McCown, Delores McCutchen, Marva Jean McLaughlin, Joyce McLaughlin, Noel Macy, Joyce Magee, Danny Manning, Joe Marshall, Freddie Gayle Maxwell, Linda Mayberry, Nannie Mae Mohler, Bobbie Faye Moody, Carl Moseley, Eldon Nesbitt, Nancy Neuman, Jerry Nichols, Billy Pearce, Wayne Perryman, Margaret Poston, Mike Nell Potts, Pat Powell, Noah Powell, Zana Price, Jerry Bob Reed, Walter Richter, Dorothy Roberts, Janell Robinson, Charles Russell, Billy Russell, Don Russell, Jerry Sadler, Jane Sadler, Henry Wade Sadler, Stanley Saunders, Johnny Schaub, Linda Sellers, James Shelton, Tommie Sheridan, Nita Sherwood, Lenroy Sims, Claudelia Smith, Billie Smith, Bobbie Jean Smith, Harvey Snyder, Kermit Stanley, Thomas Summers, Sandra Swift, Kenneth Tatum, Pat Taylor, Richard Tennison, Jean Thompson, Janice Trewitt, Charlene Tumlinson, Louis Warren, Dolly Grace Watts, Donald Wicker, James Wiegand, Bonnie Wilkins, Barbara Wittie, Carrol Ann Wolfe, Jerry A TENSE MOMENT is reflected in several sophomore faces during a football pep rally in early October. 119 President, J. W. Latham; Vice President, Billy Carl Brown. Reporter. Loye Jean White; Secretary, Lynita Steward. FRESHMEN CONDUCT MAGAZINE SALES CAMPAIGN WITH THE OPENING of school on Sept. 3, 1953, there en-rolled in the Freshman Class 96 students, many of whom wfere entering the Gatesville schools for the first time. The magazine sales campaign, which is the annual freshman project, was conducted with much enthusiasm. As a result, the class has $211.70 in its treasury, which is to be used to defray any expenses incurred by the group this year and to buy a gift for the Junior High School upon their finishing that school at the end of May. Many members of the ninth grade have entered enthusiastically into the activities of the various clubs of the school, in many cases forming the nucleus around which the membership is built. These organizations are: Citizenship Club, Library Club, Press Club, Party Line, Tennis Club, Dramatics Club, and F.F.A. and F.H.A. organizations. Musical organizations in which the ninth graders participate with much gratification to themselves and great pleasure to their audiences arc the Junior Chorus and the Band. This year’s freshmen are to be commended on their scholastic achievements, having two all ”A pupils and twenty-nine honor roll students. The climax of the ninth grade activities of this year was the lovely Christmas program and party in the study hall Dec. 18. 120 FRESHMAN SPONSORS—Mr. Boyer, Mr. Clary, Mr. Brumbalow, and Mrs. Adams. Allen, Frankie Ament, Kay Asher, Elaine Baize, Donald Barnard, Bob Barnhill, Carl Bartlett, Wanda Barton, Billy Baugh, Jeanette Beck, Sandra Berry, Joe Dean Bishop, Bessie Blanchard, Barbara Blanchard, Darlene Brashear, Melba Bratton, Charles Brookshire, Mary Lou Brown, Billy Carl Brown, Catherine Lee Bryant, Patsy Bush, Bobby Carothers, Sarah Chambers, Bob Creacy, Carolyn Crosby, Janell Cummings, Fayrene Culberson, Sarah Dreyer, Edwin Dorsey, Dorothy Nell Faubion, Wanda Featherston, Raybern Forrest, Amelia Freeman, Way Dell Gauer, Bobbie Harlan, Westa Hewlette, Robert Hix, Janis Hoggett, Minnie Ruth Jones, Elbert Jones, Patsy Keele, Duane Kinsey, A. R. Kramer, Eloise Landry, Douglas Latham, J. W. Lawson, Linda Lively, Bobby Love, Linda Necessary, Helen McCutchen, Billy Meharg, Bob Miller, Shelba Mitchell, Catherine Moore, Alton Mueller, Nancy Ortega, Lila Pate, Kenneth Painter, Nancy Powell, Charley Powell, James Rattan, Clark Rose, Jimmy Rogers, Joyce Richter, Bobby Joe Richardson, Joyce Schrimsher, Rita Scott, Donna Lu Shelton, Gene Shirley, Gayle Shirley, Joe Frank Sims, Charlotte States, Kermit Steward, Lynita Taylor, Sue Thompson, Earl Towerton, Eva Tubbs, Francis Van Winkle, Shirley Vernon, Lavillas Vick, Nan Votaw, Thomas Walters, Joe Walters, Kenneth Walters, Lois Ward, Barbara Warren, Annie White, Loye Wiegand, Kay Wiggins, Jonnie Wilie, Leonora Williams, Jo Marion Williamson, Faye Wolfe, Don Wolfe, Glenda Wood, Patricia Zeigler, Barbara MID-TERM EXAMINATIONS arc a must!! Why? Why? Mr. Boyer's Algebra I class is deeply concerned about what the outcome will be. WHY WOULDN'T BARBARA Zeig-ler and Catherine Lee Brown be all smiles since J. W. Latham is presenting them with gifts from the Christmas tree? THE FRESHMEN GIRLS observe the manner in which a hem should be taken in one of the garments which they have just completed. EIGHTH GRADE OFFICERS: President, Lynn Turner; Vice-President, Don Hunt; Secretary. Linda Hancock; Reporter, Virginia Barton. EIGHTH GRADE PRESENTS PROGRAM ONE OF THE high points of the year for the Eighth Grade is the Christmas program. A majority of the pupils of the Eighth Grade participate in this colorful and original program, consisting of The Composition of 'Silent Night, Holy Night',.........Twas the Night Before Christmas—In Texas, That Is,” and Christmas in Many Lands.” Following the tree, the home room mothers serve refreshments. To close the school year, the students, the sponsors, and the homeroom mothers enjoy a picnic. The SPONSORS of the EIGHTH GRADE for the year 1953-54 are Mrs. E. C. Wright, Mrs. Lila 126 Holmes, Mrs. Frank Jones, and Mrs. Travis Meharg. Blanchard, John N. Blanchard, Patsy Brim, Henry D. Brooks, Ray Brooks, Scott Burchett, Carol Jean Burdette, Billy Burt, Bill Burt, Jerrie Carroll, Cynthia Chambers, Bonnie Cohagan, Frances Cole, John Culp, Floyd Diserens, Jeanette Dyer, Joyce Dysinger, Sammie Faubion, Wayne Featherston, Jackie Frye, Bruce Gallaway, Wilber Lee Glass, Donald Graham, Linda Hale, Carrie Lou Hale, Robert Hancock, Linda Hartfiel, Donald Hayes, Norma Jean Herring, John William Hollingsworth, Charles Huckabee, James Huckabee, Jerry Ruth Hunt, Don Jacobs, Lester Johnson, Walter Jones, Linda Jones, Thomas Karau, Sylvia Kellerman, Velma Kettler, Kenneth Kindrick, Roy Knight, Dee Ann Koehler, Burnet Landry, Doris Lowery, Lynn McCall, James McLaughlin, Annie Ruth Massingill, Sybil Mitchell, William Mohler, Susan Claudette Moore, Lloyd Morse, Jack Ortega, Jesse Patterson, Mary Lou Palmer, Jackie Voss, Gary Votaw, Dorcas Watske, Earl Wadkins, Donald Washburn, Beverly Watts. Georgia Sue Wcatherby, Danny Weaver, Jerry White, Helen White. Philip Wilie, Robbie Williams, Charles Williams, Wilma Wilson. Ben Ed Woodson, Bill Ben Powell, Barbara Richardson, Edwin Richter, Orvilea Riley, Jim Ed Russell, Faye Sercey, Bobbie Lois Shirley, Billy Don Sims, Joe Sims, Loraine Taylor, Kenneth Thetford, Avis Thompson. A Ray Turner, James William Turner, Lynn Veazey, Kenneth Wright, Barbara Wright, Donald Wymer, Sam THE EIGHTH GRADE English students are learning the fundamentals of how to speak and to write correctly. THE STUDENTS of the Junior High School take advantage of the many books in the library. WHILE OTHER MEMBERS of the Eighth grade wait in bubbling anticipation, Santa and his helpers undertake the task of passing out gifts at the annual Christmas party. PLEASE, pay attention to the honorable speaker. Pay attention, class! ! ! THE MISS AMERICAS of tomorrow disguised as Miss Americas of yesterday all smile for a press photo. SEVENTH GRADE OFFICERS: President, Jimmy Hardie; Vice President, Linda McCallister; Secretary, Jerry Franks; Reporter, Pat Hopson. SEVENTH GRADE BOASTS LARGEST ENROLLMENT THE SEVENTH GRADE is the largest grade in Junior High this year. Our officers are: President, Jimmy Hardie; Vice President, Linda McCallister; Secretary-Treasurer, Jerry .Franks; Reporter, Pat Hop-son. The grade enters wholeheartedly into the Junior High program. They were quite active in the Boy Scout Drive, the Junior Red Cross Drive, and the March of Dimes. Their outstanding activities for the year were their Thanksgiving program, the Christmas program and Christmas tree, and the Spring picnic. The Home Room Mothers served refreshments for the grade at the Christmas party and the picnic. The SPONSORS of the SEVENTH GRADE for the year 1953-54 are: Mr. Walter E. Dittmar, Miss Mamie Sue Halbrook, Mrs. Cloyce Duncan, and Mrs. Carl Eubanks. 132 Anderson, Garland Bankhead, Jackie Barnard. Mary Ann Barton, Joe Paul Bates, David Bates, Rose Mary Bates, Rodger Baugh, Jerry Beasley, Arlee Bell, Robert Benner. Myrtle Ann Benningfield, Laurita Berry, Bonnie Jean Bertrand, Ronda Kay Bratton, Barbara Jean Britain, Sue Brown, Bob Brown, Mabel Ann Browning, Linda Ruth Bruton, Gary Don Bundrant, Carol Bunnell, Charlette Byrom, Wendell Carroll, Billy Cato, Edward Chambers, Jerry Lynn Cohagan, Patsy Conway, Prentice Crawford, Sandra Culberson, Margaret De Lord, Robert Derrick, John Kermit Dunn, Caroline Dreyer, Kermit Dreyer, Larry Evetts, Bobby Featherston, Barbara Featherston, Nancy Fernandez, Mary Foster, Annette Franks, Jerry Franks, John Howard Freeman, Melvin Ford, Morris Garcia, Fernando Gilchrest, Barbara Gilchrest, Vina Haack, Jo Ann Hartfiel, Gomer Hartis, Donald Hardie, Jimmie Hinesley, Betty Hitt, John Hodges, Louis Dean Hopson, Pat Howell, Judy Ingram, Charles Johnson, Milton Johnson, Suzanne Jones, Mat Jordan, Patsy Kemp, David Lam, Cynthia Lary, Kennette Raye Lengefeld, Agnes Loer, Cois Wayne Loer, Lois Jane Maxwell, Jack Mayes, Kay McCallister, Linda McClellan, Woody McClendon, Alice Ann McCoy. Bill Meeks, Norris Ray Miller, Tom Mill sap, Peggy Ruth Monks, Richard Leon Morgan, Macky Murray, Barbara Necessary, Janell Nolte, Betty Parson, Floyce Earline Patterson, Patricia Perkins, Jerry Pollard, Stella Louise Price, Charles Pruitt, Patsy Reed, James Reece, Jan Rutherford, Lou Ann Sadler, Bob Schaub, Richard, Jr. Schrimsher, Jackie Lynn Scott, Don Perry Scott, Warick Sexton, Billy Carl Smith, Larry Taffinder, Sam Tatum, Nancy Tharp, Elbert Thompson, Fay Thompson, Jerry Trewitt, Michael Tucker, Johnnie Tucker, Tommie Wolfe, Carolyn Wolfe, Ed Shelton Worthington, Joe Dan Warren, Rosa Walsh, Peggy Watts, Jerry Williams, Lloyd David Winkler, Carolyn 136 AT THE ANNUAL sixth grade-seventh grade football game, there was keen interest shown among the players and their parents—the seventh grade won!!! WITH FACES ALL aglow, the seventh grade arithmetic class seems to enjoy the work as well as the teacher. 137 1921 PROGRESS IN SNAPSHOTS SNAPSHOTS ARE PRESERVATIONS of happy moments captured by some of the many amateur photographers around a school campus. Almost all school annuals have a snapshot section to help recreate in a student’s mind the things that happened during the year, other than activities, organizations, sports, and honors. Moments of cheer, laughter, and happiness are presented for the student on a few short pages, but the memories on these pages would fill a complete book. 139 DEAR READER: Our Annual would not have been possible but for the business men and friends who have contributed to our Booster Fund. Why not show them our appreciation by patronizing them first? The Annual Staff A P Food Store Alvis-Garner Co. Arnold Electric Co. Baize Clinic Barnes Lumber Co. Bauman's Super Market Beard, Dr. Oley Bennett’s Federated Store Blanchard's Humble Station Blanchard, John (Grocery) Blue Bonnett Beauty Shop Britain's Beauty and Barber Shop Brown and Chambers Grocery Brown, Mrs. Lucille Brown, O. K. Bryant, Mrs. W. D. (Tee-Pee Drive Inn) Cameron Lumber Co. Campbell, Mrs. Leoma Chamber of Commerce Cinderella Beauty Shop City Drug Store Community Power Co. Cook's Laundry Coryell County News Cozy Cafe Crawford, C. C. and Son (Grocery) Dairy Queen Daniels Poultry and Egg Co. Drake's Furniture Store Ellis, A. W. Erwin Feed Mill Fabric Shop First Baptist Church First National Bank Sadler, Wade Foster Drug Store Freeman's Printing Plant Gatesville Drug Store Gatesville Gin Company Gatesville Implement Co. Gatesville Messenger Gatesville Seat Cover and Canvas Shop Gatesville Steam Laundry Glover's Cleaners Gordon and Ascraft Graham Lumber Co. Graves Florist Shop Gray, Dr. H. C. (Optometrist) Guaranty Bank and Trust Co. Hair Barber Shop Hale Grocery 148 Hale Seed Co. Hanna, Joe and Son Healer Service Station Henson, Dub (Humble Station) Hix, O. N. Hix, W. T. Hollingsworth Feed Mill Home Lumber Co. Huckabee and Williams Electric Co. Ivy and White Service Station Johnies Shoe Repair Jones, Troy Jones and Bradford Motor Co. Koch's Humble Station L and L Hotel Leaird's Department Store Lee, Mrs. Clyde (Button Shop) Love Flowers Lovejoy, Eiland Lowrey Clinic Martin's Cleaners Mayes Appliance Store Maxwell, U. D. (Laundry) McCoy, B. E. (Grocery) McDonald Electric Co. Mears, Tom Meeks Cafe and Drive Inn Miller, George Miller, Jim Miller Motor Co. Mitchell Radiator Shop Modern Cleaners Murray's Food Market Neuman, Louis Nolte Garage Odom Grocery Painter, J. A. Perry Bros. Pfeffer, Dr. James E. (Optometrist) Phillips Grocery Pollard and Sellers Barber Shop Post Oak Courts Poston's International Harvester Co. Powell Chevrolet Company Powell, R. E. Powell, Sam Powell Supply Co. Ray, Dr. Otis (Dentist) Re-Nu Cleaners Rogers, Curt (Garage) Scott, Morton and Son Sims Radio Shop Smith, E. J. (Magnolia Service Station) Smith, Fred (Contractor) Stone, Clois Tee Pee Grocery Thrasher, Bob Turner, C. D. (Humble Station) Waddill's Pit Barbeque Walker Motor Co. Ward and Cummings Wards Jewelry Store Whitt and Bates OUT OF TOWN BOOSTERS BER CHEMICAL CO, INC. Dallas, Texas SEXTON, JOHN and CO. Chicago, Illinois 149 A LITHOGRAPHED --- YEARBOOK DALLAS • TEXAS • � HI «- • hi ■ i • i i in I