George Rogers Clark High School - Powder Horn Yearbook (Whiting, IN)

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Sophomores complete last minute preparations on Home- A windy October afternoon sees Clarkites tacking crepe coming float. More than thirty floats jammed the streets. paper and “Beat Tech” banners to their float entry. The AVO’s flower-covered car broadcasts encouragement to the Pioneer team. Per¬ haps these camera operators visualize a Clark victory as the Homecoming climax. 24

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and Sightseeing With Friends Trips highlighted the school year. Social studies classes visited the new telephone building and the Chicago Historical Society. The most memorable of all trips was to Wash¬ ington D.C. While in our capital city, Clark sight¬ seers stayed at the Hotel Manger Annapolis and went on a tour which included the Bureau of Print¬ ing and Engraving, the White House, and the Capitol Building. Other points of interest were the Naval Academy at Annapolis; Thomas Jefferson’s home, Monticello; and Arlington Cemetery. George Washington’s home, Mount Vernon, and an evening at the famous Casino Royale Supper Club climaxed the trip. Touring our nation’s capitol not only enriches our sense of history, but provides a chance for full-hearted laughter. During a trip to the telephone building, Ed Shields and Bill Rowley examine a poster explaining the new dial process.

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Through Robertsdale and Whiting Excitement and enthusiasm reigned as the 1960 Homecoming weekend, October 21 and 22, drew nigh. Loyal Clarkites exerted their efforts for the success of the event. Faculty members, cheer¬ leaders, and Booster Club representatives contrib¬ uted after school hours to make this year’s Home¬ coming a success. To begin the celebration, a pep rally was held Friday, October 21. The rally consisted of a speech by Joe Jackson, Booster Club president, two senior skits, and cheers directed by the yell leaders. Then, as suspense grew, Carolyn Nickel was crowned 1960 Homecoming Queen by Tom Barlo, C-Club president. On Friday night, the queen and her court were featured amid lavishly decorated floats and cars in the pre-game parade. At the game, the Pioneers were victorious as they defeated the Tech Tigers 19-7. To conclude the festivities, the varsity cheer¬ leaders sponsored a Homecoming dance in the gym on Saturday night, October 22. I960 Homecoming Court — Donna Stombaugh, freshman; Sharon Gootee, sophomore, and Johnetta Mihalo, junior. Queen Carolyn Nickel smiles over Clarks’ successful 1960 Homecoming parade and game. Onlookers gaze at Carolyn Nickel and escort during the coronation dance. This Saturday dance concluded festivities.