Grafton High School - Re Echo Yearbook (Grafton, WV)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1973 volume:

RE-ECHO 1973 Grafton High School Grafton, West Virginia Foreword: The years you spend in high school mean many things to many people: To a senior the last year is the climax of four of the most important and rewarding years of his or her life. To the student, a year consist of memories, dances and study. To the faculty the year is composed of lesson plans, faculty meetings and sponsoring of organizations. To the athlete and his coaches the year is seen as one in which a winning season is sought, To the organizations the year is hustle, planning, parties and friendships never to be forgotten. To the editor and his staff, an adventure always has an end. . . and this is the end of an adventure never to be forgotten. Contents: Seniors ...........................................................6 Underclassmen.....................................................30 Administration....................................................47 Organizations.....................................................56 Music Department..................................................73 Sports............................................................88 Homecoming........................................................98 Tournaments......................................................106 Prom.............................................................114 Graduation.......................................................126 Advertisements...................................................131 Editor s Note . . . One could write a book about his experience while working with this yearbook. At different times during the year it looked very doubtful that we would make it; everything would be going along fine until an appointment was missed or someone would lock the door to the yearbook room and lose the key. Often it seemed as if we could not possibly meet the deadlines, but at the last minute everybody would work together until the crisis was passed successfully. Although, while working together we had the usual amount of ups and downs, we had equal number of laughs and good times. The many evening sessions that we worked brought a wonder- ful crew to the Re-Echo Office ... a group that I will not forget, and one that even made work enjoyable. It is not possible to mention all of their names, but I would like to thank the staff members for all their hard work. This page would not be complete without me saying something about our advisor, Mrs. Mar- gery Williams. Her confident words and threats always boosted the morale of a fretting editor.” Not only did she advise on the publication, but she also worked many hours at proofreading and copy-writing. She would meet with us at any time or place. I am very grateful for the help which she gave during the year. Now, after all the late hours, the disappointing plans and the hundred and fifty-two pages of this book are finished, I want to look ahead and say Good luck” to next year’s staff. May they enjoy working on the 1974 book as much as we have enjoyed working on this, the 1973 Re-Echo. Jerry Latta EDITOR B. Gough D. Harman C. Weaver S. Donham E. Hcfferin B. Hinkins S. Barton D. Bartlett 1972- 73 Yearbook Staff D.Jaco R. Reese K. Mick D. Satterfield J. Mewshaw B. Loar S. Shay L. Woodyard T. Taylor E. Randall J. Rinker M. Haller J. Spino N. Foley 6 Seniors Senior Class Officers — LuAnn Woodyard — Pres., Duke Humphery — V.-Pres., Mary Kay Moran — Sec., Bev Rollins — Treas. Mike Beavers Dennis Boliner Mary Ellen Boliner Judy Cunningham Ronald Currey Linda Dalton Ken Cross Robin Austin David Baker ■.. Larry Barthelcmy Dave Baughman Carey Bolyard Lee Brown Bill Boylcn Ron Cannell Rich Bord Don Craft Kathie Brewer Marjorie Culberson Chuck Drainer Patty Fairley Debbie Farance Karen Dawson Sheila Deem Okcy Delaney -r Danny Findley Sharon Floyd Chuck Foley Nancy Foley Karl Freeze Annamelia Gerkin Janet Gerkins Mike Gibson Doris Hcrshman Cecil Hickman Joyce Hoover Duke Humphrey 9 Linda Haller Marlene Haller Jill Henderson Beverly Hawkins John Hefferin Charlene Haller Don Gillespie Margie Green Debbie Haddix 10 Rose Jackson Dave Jaco Cathy Jenkins Jan Jennings Phyllis Johnson Gerald Jones Nancy Jones Tcrrie Kelly 11 Rick Leonard Janet Lcvicr Mike Limbers Debbie Knotts Dwain Leach Damon Kisner Dave Larew Bill Kniscly Jerry Latta Judy Kerns Steve Lambert Mike Manning Betty Mayle Delores Linn Brenda Lucas Clarence Mayle Elihue Mayle Jackie McDaniel Cathy Litzinger Dave Lucas •f ' 13 Patty McDaniel Rich McDaniel Steve Mcle Dave McVicker Ken Mick Bill Moore Mary Kay Moran Jim Morgan Regina Morris 14 Carol Moser Sheila Musgrovc Wayne Nestor Tom Newbrough Danny Newhouse Tom Newlon Tracy Parameter Debbie Perks Donna Peters 15 Bill Plymale Randy Phillips John Pitzcr Dari Phillips Donna Powell Rick Reese Vickie Powell Becky Richards Eric Randall Nancy Rcthcrford 16 Helen Richman Jim Rinker Leo Roc Beverly Rollins Keith Satterfield Bill Shingleton Debbie Ross Jim Satterfield Diane Satterfield Darle Setler Carla Sansbury Bill Sayres 17 Mike Shaffer Judy Sinsel Donna Slaton Donna Stalnakcr Lou Srurm 18 Dale Ann Srutlcr Elizabeth Summers Susie Summers Carres Swigcr Tom Swisher Tara Taylor Vickie Thorp Shirley Tucker Steve Ward 19 LuAnn Woodyard Totic Workman Mike Raschclla John Willis Joyce Warder Glenda Watkins Diane Weaver Bill Weaver Sharon Wescerman Honor Students ELIZABETH ANN SUMMERS KENNETH ALAN MICK The title Valedictorian infers much honor, and Elizabeth has certainly earned it. One can readily see the time and effort she puts into all her activities. Most know her as an easy- going girl, who can be trusted to fulfill her obligations. A determined and diligent scholar rightfully earns his place as Salutatorian. Being extremely versatile. Ken spends much time with extra-curricular activites as well as with studies. It is generally agreed that he will find a full and successful life before him. RICKY RANDALL REESE If being unique has its advantages, it has surely- helped Rick in capturing third place. He is nei- ther quiet nor boisterous, shy nor aggressive, but always gets his point across. TARA NADINE TAYLOR Scholar number four’s best asset is leadership. Tara has set the pace in many organizations dur- ing her four very active years at G.H.S. Always willing to help, she has become known as one who sees things through and gets things done. JOYCE ANN WARDER When work needs to be done, one can count on Joyce to carry more than her share of the load. She is responsible and takes pride in doing her best. This quality has secured her rank as honor student number five. 21 FRANK HUMPHREY II PATRICIA ANN FAIRLEY NANCY ANN FOLEY More or less a fun” person, Duke still finds time between all of his activities to study. He is probably well remembered by classmates for his argumentative nature — perhaps this has helped him win sixth place. Patty is known by her teachers and friends as an efficient worker in both college and business courses. This trait most definitely has helped her to earn seventh place. Enthusiasm is Nancy’s trademark. She is always full of life and adds much excitement to her many activities. One of her outstanding qualities is her willingness to help. Eighth place couldn’t go to a more deserving person. SHARON LEE WESTERMAN KARL WILLIAM FREEZE KENNETH LEE CROSS Ask most anyone in class about Sharon, and he will tell you that she’s a lady. Although basically a quiet person, she has that quality of warmth which makes her pleasant to be with. She holds ninth place. A nice all-around guy who is always willing to do what is asked of him. Being the outstanding student he is. Karl graduated tenth in his class. We are sure he will be successful in his later This is one football player who has both brawn and brains, as shown by his eleventh place rank. Behind his joking manner is a guy who is always lending a helping hand. years. BEVERLY KAY ROLLINS JUDITH ANN SINSEL SHIRLEY LEE TUCKER Bcv has lots of friends — probably because she always has a kind word and vibrant smile for them. She will well be remembered for her versa- tility and charm. Congratulations on taking twelfth place. Who says number 13 isn’t lucky? It is for Judy. When others arc disorganized, Judy manages to maintain a cool and collective attitude She is persistent and faithful in her duties, and this has paid off in honors. Quiet and well mannered. Shirley has been an ideal girl to have in class. She is hard working, and always strives to do her best. She is honor student number 14. DAVID LEE JACO KARL JOHN SPINO Dave is one of those few people who fits easily into almost any setting. He is well thought of by students and teachers alike. His most striking attitude is his gentlemanly nature, which is quite admirable for this fifteenth placed student. Perhaps the best word to describe John is unas- suming. He is one who goes quietly about his duties, but will also voice his opinion on matters he feels strongly about. He rounds up the Top 10%, being number sixteen. —A— AUSTIN, SHELIA ROBIN — Robin”, Homecoming Princess 1, FBLA 1, 2, 3, 4, Pres. 4, Student Council 1, 2, 3, Keyettes 2, 3, FHA 1, Prom Princess 3, NHS 4, Mixed Cho- rus 1, 3, Teacher’s Aide 4, Class Officer 1, 3, Tournament Cheerleader 1, 2,4. —B— BAKER, DAVID LUTHER — FFA 1, 2, VICA 3,4. BARTHELEMY, LARRY WAYNE — FFA 1, 2, 3, 4, Tournament Basketball 3,4. BARTLETT, STANLEY ALAN — Banjo”, Tournament Basketball 1. BAUGHMAN, DAVID LARRY — Doc”, Basketball 1. BEAVERS, MICHAEL ROY — Bcttle”, FFA 1, 2, VICA 3.4. BOLINER, DENNIS HAROLD — Yum-Yum”, Choir 2, 3, 4, Spanish Club 3, 4, Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Student Council 4, All State Chorus 4, Stage Band 4, Pep Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Enter- tainers 4, Barbershop Quartet 4, Tournament Band 2, 3, 4, Madrigals 3. BOLINER, MARY ELLEN — Tournament Basketball 2, NHS 4, Prom Princess 4. BOLYARD, CAREY LEE — Farmer”, VICA 4, FFA 1, 2, 3, 4, Officer 2, 3,4, Color Guard 4. BORD, RICHARD B., JR. — French Club 2, 3, Spanish Club 1, 2, Football 1, 2, 3,4, Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Track I, 2, 3.4, Varsity Club 3, 4, Key Club 4. BOYLEN, WILLIAM F. — Bill”, Football 1, VICA 3,4. BREWER, KATHIE JEAN — Cassie”, Library Assistant 1, Mixed Chorus 1, Choir 2, 3, 4, Madrigals 2, 3, FBI.A 3, 4, Powder Puff Football 1, 2, 3, Teacher’s Aide 3. BROWN, LEE M. — VICA 2, 3,4. —C— CANNELL, RONALD L. — Ron”, Spanish Club 1, Chess Club 4, Band 1, 2, 3,4. CRAFT, DONALD LYNN — Wimple, T. R ”, Student Body Pres. 4, Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Track 3, Basketball 1, FCA 3, Varsity Club 3, 4, Key Club 3, 4, Sec. 4, Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, Choir 3, 4, Tournament Basketball 1, 2, 3, Class Offi- cer 2, 3, Prom Serving Committee 2, Offensive Lineman of the Year 4. CROSS, KENNETH LEE — Ken”, Key Club 2, 3, 4, Treas. 4, Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Track 2, 3, 4, Varsity Club 3, 4, Pres. 4, Spanish Club 1, 2, All Conference Football Team 4, All-State Mention 4, Tournament Basketball 2, 3, 4, All- Tournament Team 3,4, Basketball 1. CULBERSON, MARJORIE JEAN. CUNNINGHAM, JUDITH DARLENE — Judy”, FHA 1, French Club 2, Mixed Chorus 2. CURRY, RONALD LEROY — Ron”, VICA 3, 4, French Club 1. —D— DALE, SANDRA K. — Sandy”, Tournament Basketball 1,3, FBLA 4. DALTON, LINDA LOU — FHA 3, 4, Tournament Bas- ketball 3. DAVIS, JEFFREY LYNN — VICA 3,4. DAWSON, KAREN — FHA 1, Tournament Basketball 3, Mixed Chorus 3, 4, FBLA 3,4. DEEM, SHELIA JUNE — Denny”, FBLA 3, 4, Teacher’s Aide 4, Valentine Princess 4. DELANEY, OKEY CLARENCE, III — VICA 3,4. DRAINER, CHARLES NATHAN — Chuck”, Football 2, 3, 4, Key Club 2, 3, 4, Pres. 4, Basketball 1, Spanish Club 2, Tournament Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Class Officer 3, Track 2, 3, Varsity Club 3, 4, Football All-State Honorable Men- tion, All Big Ten”. —E— —F— FAIRLEY, PATRICIA ANN — Patty”, Keyettes 3, 4, Choir 4, NHS 3, 4, French Club 1, 2, 3, 4, FBLA 4, Candy Striper 3, Powderpuff Football 2, 3,4. FARANCE, DEBRA SUE — Deb”, Powderpuff Football 1, 2, 3, Candy Striper 3, French Club 1, 2, FHA 4. FINDLEY, DANIEL E. — Fox”, Track 1, VICA 3,4. FLOYD, SHARON LEE — FHA 1, 2, 3, Powderpuff Foot- ball 2, Mixed Chorus 2, 3, FHA Treas. 3. FOLEY, CHARLES WESLEY, JR. — Chuck”, Basketball 1, 2,4, Tournament Basketball 3, Spanish Club 1. FOLEY, NANCY ANN — Nance”, Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, Pres. 3, FTA 2, Keyettes 2, 3, 4, Officer 3, 4, Choir 2, 3, 4, Entertainers 4, NHS 3, 4, Treas. 4, Varsity Cheerleader 2, 3, Mascot 4, Powderpuff Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Tournament Bas- ketball 1, Girls’ State 3, Valentine Princess 4, Mixed Chorus 1, Re-Echo 2, 3,4, Senior Girl Of the Year. FREEZE, KARL WILLIAM — Track 1, 4, Spanish Club 1, 2, Key Club 4, Tournament Team 1, 2, 3, 4, Varsity Club 4, NHS 4. —G— GERKIN, ANNAMELIA STURM — Powderpuff Foot- ball 1, 2, 3, 4, Tournament Basketball 1, 2, 3, Student Coun- cil 2. GERKIN, JANET LEE — Varsity Cheerleader 4, Home- 24 coming Queen 4, Prom Princess 4, Powderpuff Football 2, 3.4, Tournament Cheerleader 3, Tournament Basketball 3. GIBSON, MICHAEL LOWELL — VICA 3,4. GILLESPIE, DON KELLY — Tink”, Spanish Club 1, 2, 3.4, Track 1,4, Football 1. GREEN, MARGIE ANNA — French Club 2, FTA 3,4. —H— HADDIX, DEBRA DARLENE — Debby”, French Club 1, 2, 3,4, Mixed Chorus 2, Choir 3,4, All-State Chorus 4. HAINES, LEWIS WESLEY, JR. — Bud”, Football 4, Bas- ketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Varsity Club 4, Key Club 4, VICA 3, 4, Student Council 1,4. HALLER, CHARLENE RAE. HALLER, LINDA KAY — Linnie”, French Club 1, 2, Library Assistant 3,4, FFC 3. HALLER, MARLENE KAY — FFC 3, FBLA 4, Prom Princess 4, Valentine Queen 4, Office Assistant 4, Teacher’s Aide 4, Tournament Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Powderpuff Foot- ball 4, Re-Echo 4. HAWKINS, BEVERLY LYNN — Bev”, Powderpuff Football 1, 2, Student Council 2, 3, Homecoming Princess 3, Prom Princess 3, Tournament Cheerleader 1, 2, 4, French Club 2, 3. HEFFERIN, JOHN PATRICK, III — Tournament Bas- ketball 1, 3, Key Club 4. HENDERSON, JILL ANN — FTA 4, French Club 3, 4, ATC4. HERSHMAN, DORIS ANN — Ninny Poo Pot”, FBLA 1, 2, 3,4, Teacher’s Aide 3,4. HICKMAN, CECIL FRANCIS — Band 1,2, 3,4. HOOVER, JOYCE LEA — Powderpuff Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Library Assistant 3,4, Candy Striper 3, FHA 1. HUMPHREY, FRANK, II — Duke”, Spanish Club 1, 2, Key Club 3, 4, Track 1, 2, 3, 4, Tournament Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Varsity Club 3, 4, Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Choir 4, Band 1, 2, 3.4, Class Officer 4, Boys’ State 3. HUSK, JOSEPH LEON — Football 1, Tournament Bas- ketball 2, Basketball 1. —I— -J- JACKSON, ROSE MARY — Boots”, FBLA 4, FHA 4, Mixed Chorus 2. JACO, DAVID LEE — Dave”, Spanish Club 1, 2, 3,4, VP 3, 4, SHS 4, NHS 3, 4, Sec. 4, Student Council 4, Choir 3, 4, Entertainers 4, Boys’ State 3, Re-Echo 3,4. JENKINS, CATHARINE LOUISE — Cathy, Kate”, Powderpuff Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Tournament Basketball I, 2, 3.4, Servettcs 3, FBLA 3,4, Sec. 4, ATC 3,4, Teacher’s Aide 4, Prom Princess 4. JENNINGS, JANNETTE LOUISE — Jan”, FHA 1, Pow- derpuff Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Library Assistant 3, Tournament Basketball 2. JOHNSON, PHYLLIS AMELIA — Phyll”, FHA 1, 2, ATC 3, 4, Library Assistant 1, 2, 3,4, Re-Echo 2, 3. JONES, GERALD DAVID — Jonesie”, Track 2, 3, Key Club 3,4, Varsity Club 3,4, Football 2, 3,4. JONES, NANCY LEE. —K— KELLER, GEORGE HENRY, JR. — FFA 1, 4, Football 3, Track 3. KELLEY, TERRIE LYNN — FBLA 2, 3, 4, Prom Princess 4. KERNS, JUDY CHARLENE — Powderpuff Football 3, FBLA 3, 4, Tournament Cheerleader 3, Choir 3, 4, Prom Princess 3, 4, Homecoming Princess 4, Miss Personality FBLA 4. KINES, HOWARD ROBERT — Bob”, FFA 1, 2, 3. KISNER, DAMON RAY. KNISELY, WILLIAM KEITH — Bill”, Choir 2, 3, 4, Entertainer’s Manager 4. KNOTTS, DEBRA DARLENE — Debbie”, Mixed Cho- rus 1, FHA 1, 2. —L— LAMBERT, STEPHEN PAUL — Lambini”, Choir 2, 3,4, Entertainers 2, 3, Madrigals 3, All-State Chorus 3, Barber- shop Quartet 4, Basketball I, 2, 3, 4, Football Manager 2, Key Club 2, 3, Student Council 1, 2, 3, Varsity Club 4. LAREW, DAVID PAUL — Tournament Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. LATTA, JERRY LYNN — Re-Echo 3,4, Editor 4, Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, NHS 4. LEACH, DWAIN ANTHONY — Bud”, Track 1, 3, 4, Basketball 1, 2, 3, Varsity Club 3, 4. LEONARD, THOMAS RICHARD — Rick”, Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Choir 3, 4, Drum Major 4, All-State Band 4, Band Council 4, All-Area Band 3, 4, Track 1, 2, Pep Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Stage Band 4, Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, Tournament Band 2, 3.4, Bearcat Staff 3. LEVIER, JANET LOUISE — FHA 1, Mixed Chorus 3. LIMBERS, THOMAS MICHAEL — Mike, Limbo”, Track 1,4, Spanish Club 1, 2, 3,4, Football 2. LINN, DELORES MAE — Mixed Chorus 3, FBLA 4. LITZINGER, CATHERINE LUCILLE — Shorty”, FBLA 25 1, 2, 3, 4, ATC 3, 4, Library Assistant 3, Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, NHS 4, Valentine Princess 4, Prom Princess 4. LUCAS, BRENDA ANN — FHA 1, Teacher’s Aide 3, 4, Tournament Basketball 2, 4, Powderpuff Football 1, 2, 3, FBLA 2, 3,4, ATC 3,4. LUCAS, DAVID F. — Baja”, Student Council 4, Key Club 4, Spanish Club 4. —M— MANNING, WILLIAM MICHAEL — Mike”, Spanish Club 3, 4. MAYLE, BETTY JO — FHA 3, 4. MAYLE, CLARENCE GIBSON — Wolfman”, FFA 1, 2, 3.4. MAYLE, ELIHUE LEE — Football 1, 2, 3, 4. MCDANIEL, JACKIE LEA — FHA 4, Re-Echo 3. MCDANIEL, PATTIE JEAN — Shorty, Short Stuff”, FBLA 2, 3,4, Tournament Basketball 1,4, Teacher’s Aide 4, FBLA Treas. 4. MCDANIEL, RICHARD LYNN — Popsie”, Track 1, 4, Tournament Basketball 1, 3, Spanish Club 1, 2, 3,4. MCIE, STEVEN MICHAEL — FFA 2, 3,4. MCVICKER, JAMES DAVID — Mac”, FFA 1, 2, VICA 3.4. MICK, KENNETH ALAN — Micksir”, French Club 1, 2, 3, Pres. 2, Track 1, Class Officer 1, Sophomore Serving Committee 2, Key Club 2, 3, Student Council 2, 3, Re-Echo 2, 3, 4, Choir 2, 3, 4, All-State Chorus 3, 4, Entertainers 3, 4, Barbershop Quartet 4, Bearcat Staff 3, Who’s Who in High School Dramatics 3, Know Your State Government Day 3, Student Body V.P. 3, National Ccmetary Essay Winner 3, NHS 3, 4, Office Assistant 4, Salutatorian 4, Honor Boy. MILLER, GILBERT A., JR. MITCHELL, PAUL T. — K.O., Kayo”. MOORE, WILLIAM DALE — VICA 3. MORAN, MARY KATHRYN — Mary Kay”, Spanish Club 2, 3, Re-Echo 3, Bearcat Staff 3, Keyettes 3, 4, Varsity Cheerleader 3, 4, Powderpuff 1, 2, 3, Prom Princess 4, Class Officer 4, Valentine Princess 4, Head Cheerleader 4. MORGAN, JAMES LAWERENCE — Fangeretta dona- tilli, Fang”, Football I, 3, 4, Basketball 2, Track 1, 4, Key Club 4, Spanish Club 1, 2, FCA 3, 4, Student Council 1, 4, V.P. 4, Acting Pres. 4, Tournament Basketball 1, 3, 4, Var- sity Club 4. MORRIS, REGINA ELLEN — Jeanie”, Powderpuff Football 2, 3, 4, Tournament Basketball 2, 3, FBLA 1, 2, 3, 4, Parliam. 4, Teacher’s Aide 4. MOSER, CAROL RUTH — Band 4, Library Assistant 4, MHS — Band 1, 2, 3, Latin Club 1. MUSGROVE, SHEILA KAY — Sheil”, French Club 2, 3, 4, Choir 3, 4, Tournament Cheerleader 3, Entertainers 4, Prom Princess 4, Prom Queen 4, FBLA 4, Mixed Chorus 2. —N— NAY, JOSEPH ALAN — Joe”, VICA 4. NESTOR, WAYNE NELSON — Nessey”, BAnd 1, VICA 3,4. NEWBRAUGH, THOMAS O. NEWHOUSE, DANNY PAUL — Camellia”, Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Track 2, 3, 4, Spanish Club 1, 2, Tournament Basket- ball 4. NEWLON, THOMAS MARION. —O— —P— PARMERTER, TRACY SUZANNE. PERKS, DEBRA KAY — Perky”, Spanish Club 1, ATC 4, Bearcat Staff 3. PETERS, DONNA IRENE — Pete”, Powderpuff Foot- ball 1,2,3. PHILLIPS, DARL LEE — Durley”, FFA 1, 2, VICA 3,4. PHILLIPS, WILLIAM RANDALL LEE. PITZER, JOHN P. — Seed”, FFA 1, 2, Tournament Bas- ketball 2, 3, VICA 3, 4. PLYMALE, WILLIAM PAUL — Willie Worm”. POWELL, DONNA JUNE — Leggs”. POWELL, VICKIE LYNN. -Q- QUEEN, FREDERICK PAUL, II — Fred”, Football 2, 4, Basketball 1,2, 3, Track 1, 3,4, Choir 2, 3, 4, Band 1, 2, 3,4, All-Area Band 3, 4, Entertainers 3, 4, Barbershop Quartet 4, Bearcat Staff 3, Pep Band Director 4. —R— RANDALL, ERIC PARRISH — Choir 3, 4, Choir Member of the Year 4, Band 3, 4, NHS 4, Band Pres. 4, Choir Pres. 4, Re-Echo 3, 4, All-State Chorus 4. RASCHELLA, MICHALE ANTHONY — Mike”, Tour- nament Basketball 4. REESE, RICKY RANDALL — Banjo, Jr.”, NHS 3, 4, Pres. 4, Band 1, 2, 3, 4, VP 4, Pep Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Choir 4, Student Council 1, 2, 3,4, Treas. 4, French Club 2, 3,4, Pres. 3, 4, Tournament Band 2, 3, 4, Boys’ State 3, Class Officer 1, Re-Echo 3, 4, Stage Band 4. RETHERFORD, NANCY RUTH — FBLA 2, 3, 4, Offi- 26 cer 4, NHS 4, Library Assistant 4, Teacher’s Aide 4, Clerical Student of the Year. RICHARDS, REBECCA ANN — Becky”, Powderpuff Football 2, FHA 1, Mixed Chorus 2, 3. RICHMAN, HELEN JEAN — Push”, FHA 1, 2, 3,4. RINKER, JAMES JEFFREY — Jim, Bull Wrinkle”, Spanish Club 1, 2, 3,4, SHS 4, NHS 4, Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Stage Band 4, Pep Band 4, Tournament Band 2, 3, Choir 4, Bear- cat Staff 4, Re-Echo 3, 4, Key Club 4, Senior Boy of the Year. ROE, JOSEPH LEO — Leo”, NHS 4. ROLLINS, BEVERLY KAY — Bev”, French Club 1, 2, Powderpuff Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Tournament Cheerleader 2, 4, FTA 3, Prom Princess 3,4, Bearcat Staff 3, Library Assist- ant 3, 4, Homecoming Princess 4, NHS 4, Class Officer 4, ATC4. ROSS, DEBBIE ROSE — Rossie”, Powderpuff Football 4, Tournament Basketball 4. SANSBURY, CARLA SUE — Keyettes 2, 3, 4, Choir 2, 3, 4, Cheerleader 2, 3, Library Assistant 1, Re-Echo 4, Home- coming Princess 3, Prom Princess 4, Valentine Princess 4, Tournament Basketball 1, 2, 3, Powderpuff Football 2, 3, Sophomore Serving Committee 2. SATTERFIELD, JAMES M. — Jim”, Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Track 1, 3, 4, VICA 3, 4, Varsity Club 3,4. SATTERFIELD, JOYCE DIANE. SATTERFIELD, RICHARD KEITH. SAYRES, WILLIAM JOSEPH — Bill”, FFA 2, VICA 3, 4. SETLER, DARLE JUNIOR — The General”, Football 1, FFA 2, 3,4. SHAFFER, CARL M. — Mike”, VICA 3, 4. SHAW, CHARLES RADER. SHAY, THOMAS LEE. SHINGLETON, GEORGE WILLIAM — Bill”, FFA 1, 2, VICA 3,4. SHUMAKER, NAHAM. SHUMAKER, ROBERT LEE — FFA 1, 2, 3,4. SINSEL, JUDITH ANN — Judy”, Band 1, 2, 3,4, Officer 4, Spanish Club 1, Keyettes 2, 3, 4, Powderpuff Football 1, 2, Tournament Basketball 1, FTA 4, Student Council 1, 2, 4, NHS 4. SLATON, DONNA LOU — Donna Babes”, FBLA 2, 3, 4. SLOAN, LELA MAE — Pay Day”, Powderpuff Football 3, Tournament Basketball 3. SNYDER, DANNY LEE — Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Officer 3, 4, Choir 2, 3, 4, Track 1, Stage Band 4, Pep Band 1, 2, 3, 4. SORGE, KATHY GRACE — Kath”, FBLA 4, Powder- puff Football 2. SPINO, KARL JOHN — John, Spiro”, NHS 4, Re-Echo 3,4, Spanish Club 1, 2, 3,4, Tournament Basketball 4. STALNAKER, DONNA SUE — Powderpuff Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Tournament Basketball 1, 4, Choir 3, 4, Candy Stri- per 3, Band 1, 2, 3,4. STURM, JACKSON LOUIS — Jackson”, FFA 1, 2, 3, 4, Choir 3,4, Tournament Basketball 3,4. STUTLER, DALE ANN — Spanish Club 1, Tournament Basketball 1, Band 1, 2. SUMMERS, ELIZABETH ANN — Liz”, Keyettes 2, 3, NHS 3, 4, French Club 1, 2, 3, 4, FTA 1, 2, 3, 4, Officer 3, 4, ATC 4, Class Valedictorian. SUMMERS, SUSAN RAE — Suz”, Powderpuff Football 1, 2, 3, Tournament Basketball I, 2, 3. SWIGER, RALPH CARRES — Bosco”, Football 1, 2, Key Club 3,4, FFA 4. SWISHER, THOMAS ALBERT — Swish”, Basketball 1, Track 1, French Club 1, Tournament Basketball 1, 2,4. —T— TAYLOR, TARA NADINE — Spanish Club I, 2, 3, FTA 2, Re-Echo 2, 3, 4, Varsity Cheerleader 3, Powderpuff Foot- ball 2, Keyettes 2, 3,4, Pres. 4, NHS 3,4, VP 4, Mixed Cho- rus 2, Choir 2, 3, 4, Sec-Treas. 4, Entertainers 3, 4, All-State Chorus 4, Prom Serving Committee 2. THORP, VICKI ANN — Powderpuff Football 1, 2, 4, NHS 4, FBLA 3,4. Tucker, shirley lee — fbla 2,3,4, nhs 4. —u— —V— —w— WARD, STEVEN KEITH — Steve”, Track 1, Choir 2, 3, 4, French Club 1, 2, Stage Band 4, Pep Band 4, Tournament Band 4. WARDER, JOYCE ANN — FHA 1, 2, 3, 4, Officer 2, 3, 4, FTA 1, 2, 3, 4, Officer 3, NHS 3,4, Keyettes 2, 3,4, Key- ette of the Year 4, ATC 4, French Club 2, 3, 4, Officer 3, Outstanding Home-Ec. Student 1. WATKINS, GLENDA KAY — Spanish Club 1, FTA 1, Choir 2, 3,4, Keyettes 2, 3,4, Tournament Cheerleader 2,4, 17 Homecoming Princess 2, Prom Princess 3, Powderpuff Football 2. WEAVER, BEVERLY DIANE — FBLA 2, 3, 4, Officer 4, FHA 1, 2, 3, 4, VP. 4, Keyettes 2, 3, Teacher’s Aide 4. WEAVER, WILLIAM V. — Bill”, Spanish Club 1, 2, Key Club 2, 3, 4, Band 1, 2, 3, 4, All-Area Band 4, Stage Band 4, Pep Band 4, Tournament Basketball 1, 4, Track 1, 2, Stu- dent Council 3, Stage Crew 4. WESTERMAN, SHARON LEE — Student Council 1, Spanish Club 1, 2, Band 1, FTA 2, Class Officer 2, Keyettes 2, 3, 4, VP. 4, NHS 3, 4, Tournament Cheerleader 3, Valen- tine Princess 4, Prom Princess 4, Choir 3, 4, Madrigals 3, Mixed Chorus 2, Know Your State Government Day 3, Prom Serving Committee 2. WILLIS, JOHN WILLIAM. WOODYARD, LUANN — Class Officer 1, 2, 3, 4, Key- ettes 2, 3, 4, Officer 4, Bearcat Staff 3, Re-Echo 3, 4, Pow- derpuff Football 1, 2, 3,4. WORKMAN, NORMA JEAN DOTSON — Totie”, Powderpuff Football 1, 2, 4, Tournament Cheerleader 1, 2, 4, Class Officer 2, Band 1, 2, Student Council 2. —X, Y, Z— Tears are shed for time long past — Faded; Ancient. Streaking down one's face. Shining streams of crystal, flowing from the Sea — the heart — to vanish soon. Tears of sadness — regret — that those years passed so quickly by — like sand through one's fingers. Oh, but to capture those moments and cast them into clay for time — But too swiftly, too silently, even the tears are gone . . . T. Taylor Juniors Jerry Anderson Randy Annon Louise Baker Nina Baker Sherry Barker Dave Bartlett Sandy Barton Ed Bennett Patty Bennett Holly Bledsoe Cathy Boligcr Glen Bolyard Jeff Boyles Mark Boyles Bob Brake Pam Breedlove Patti Brown Deanne Canfield Roger Carder Vernon Cathcll John Coffman Maria Coole Charles Core 30 Kathy Cox Susie Cox Tonia Croston Ken Cunningham Debbie Current Laura Davis Donna Dawson Becky Dcfenbaugh Terry Dillon Sandy Donham Chuck Duckworth Mike Ellis Jim Fisher Gayla Fortney Joe Garrett Terry Gillespie Becky Gough Larry Grinnan Cheryl Grow John Haddix 31 Donna Harman Eileen Hefferin Doug Henderson Betty Hinkins Mary Hoover Dave Hussion Kay Isner Rick Jackson Susan Johnson Dwane Keener Linda Keener Bev Keffer Lynne Kelley Bob King Jim Knight Terry Knight Danny Knotts Dave Knotts A. R. Lake Sara Lanrz Bill Loar Brenda Loar Dawn Loffler Rocky Loughery x 11 m Jo Lucas Bob Malone Marilyn Mayle Diane McCloy John McCue Larry McDaniel Cam McDonald Chuck McIntyre Christine McPherson Larry McWilliams Jean Mewshaw Richard Miller 32 Blaine Minney Kim Moats Sandy Moore Sue Musgrove Jo Ellen Myers Patty Myottc Janice Nestor Joe Newcome Tim Newlon Debbie Nuzum Barbara Owens Kathy Paige Janet Perks Sheila Phillips Steve Phillips Sandy Pinnell Melvina Poling Susan Poling Virginia Poling Joyce Rcneau Janice Roach Debra Robinson Joyce Robinson Rick Robinson Oh, talk not to me of a name great in story; The days of our youth are the days of our glory; And the myrtle and ivy of sweet two-and-twenty Are worth all your laurels, through ever so plenty. — Byron Dale Rogers Phil Rogers Penny Rutherford Becky Samuel Kenny Sapp Donna Saucer Jim Shackelford Rose Sharp Teresa Sham Suzanne Shay Janet Shingleton Linda Shingleton 33 David Smallwood Pam Stevens Phil Stevens Murline Streets Diane Shipp Mike Sinclair A Tom Sturms Becky Summers Susan Swiger Maribeth Sydenstricker John Taylor Mary Workman Connie Worth Susie Lyons Tom Poling Bonnie Wolfe Dave Thompson Keith Thompson Rod Thom Kathy Thorp James Walters Guy Ward Connie Weaver Steve Williams Rick Wilt David Withers Danny Wolfe Diane Wolfe Mike Wood LATE ENTRIES JOHN DOUGLAS MA YLE BORN—JUNE26,1956 DIED —JUNE 18,1972 Sophomores Eric Andrews Keith Andrews Virginia Austin Jeff Bair Gary Baker Patty Barthelemy Paula Bartlett Mark Baughman Marie Bennett John Bevilock Joyce Boggs Joyce Boylcn Mark Bradley Martha Bradley Albert Brake Bob Brown Rocky Brown Kathy Buckwaltcr Elissa Canfield Don Carpenter Sharon Clcrkins Chuck Cooper Cindy Core John Corio Jeff Curry Carol Daff Della Dalton Tom Daugherty Rick Davies Roger Dean Lesa Delaney Dan Dun hum Linda Elsey 36 Class Officers D. Pratt, B. Craft, K. Buckwalter, T. Morris. Paul Grow Donald Haddix Lynn Hardman Kim Haskins Patty Hefferin Joe Hcinzman Tim Heldrcth Brenda Henderson Charles Henderson Mike Henderson Tim Holt Carol Hovattcr Kathy Hussion Nettie Jackson Debbie Jennings Steve Jennings David Johnson Mike Jones Ricky Jones Sandy Keener Richard Kerns Kay Kines Mike Knight Donna Jean Knotts Kim Ludwick Bob Lyons Carol Lyons Dennis Malone Joe Martin Ernie Mayle Teresa Mayle Jim McCauley Sheila McCue Wilda McDaniel Debbie McDaniels Linda McMasters Brian McMullen Cassic McVickcr Priscilla Men ear Fern Merriman Wanda Merriman Richard Messenger Bec ky Moore David Morasco Terry Morris Brenda Peters Teresa Peters Rick Pi si no John Poling Lynn Poling Jane Powell Doug Pratt Priscella Reel Tom Rcncau Jerry Richmond Jim Riffle Sonia Ringler Kim Rollins Nancy Rosier Vickie Roy Kathy Rutherford Kim San dor Debra Satterfield Ronald Schmuck Denine Setler William Shaffer Charles Shaver Cathy Shipp William Sinclair Sandra Slaton Terry Sloan Donna Smith Leisa Sturm Marcia Sturm Janet Smith Susie Smith Carl Snyder Vickie Stansberry Rick Steadman 39 Denise Turoc2y David Varner Mary Walter John Warns ley Mike Ware Sandra Ward Douglas Warder Pam Watkins Rick Watkins Kim Weaver Steve Tressler Cheryl Tucker Kim Turner Mike Turner Susan Turner Randy Weaver Debbie Wegner Charles Westerman Debbie White Robbie Whitman Marie Wilkinson Teresa Wiseman Randy Withers Gndy Wolfe Clarence Swisher James Swisher Larry Swisher Melinda Thom Gcorgiana Thorp Tim Tinglcr Kim Wolfe Vickie Wright Lonnie Wyatt Dave Yacenech Jannettc Young Roy Young 40 41 Mike Anderson Lawrence Barnes Wayne Beall Brenda Bennett Pam Biggins Gary Bcjoumdahl Brent Black Jill Bledsoe Donna Boice Linda Bolyard Mary Bolyard Pam Bolyard Kathy Boyce Craig Boyles Susie Brumett Anita Campbell Tara Campbell Terry Capel Frances Carlye Julie Caruso Starla Cathell Genevieve Collins Alice Deakins Jeff Dillon Patty Donham Carol Drake Bruce Drummond Leslie Ellis Paul Estcl Jeff Collins Tim Corrothers Paul Cross Sharon Custer Beverly Dalton Leona Dalton Debbie Davis Rita Exline Beverly Fa ranee Jim Fawcett Larry Flesl� er Brad Floyd Bill Freeze Dorothy Freeze 42 Jeff Freeze Roger Freeze Brenda Frey Valeric Frey Glenn Gaines Rocky Gall Janet Gallaher Jim Garrett Kim Gerkin Michelle Gerkin Donna Glaspell Ricky Glass Greg Goff Lynn Gough Eric Grob Fred Haines Jim Havenner Cathy Hayes Teresa Hayes Micheal Hebb Susan Henderson Terry Hill Jim Isner Trina Jackson George Jenkins Charlie Johns Henry Johnson Vicki Johnson Nyla Keener Jonnctt Hob an Brenda Holt Dave Holt Kim Hovatter Danny Hunt Ronny Hunt Erica Hunter Anne Kennedy Karen Kerns Brenda Kirby Jim Kirkpatrick Bob Kisner Susan Kline Beverly Knotts 43 Bob Knotts Brady Knotts Becky Kuhn Debbie Lantz Randy Layfield Mark Latta Bruce Leonard Brenda Limbers Martha Loffler Brenda Lough ry Barbara Lowe Charlie Luzadder Randy Lynch Patty Marquess David Martin Melissa Mason Arlic Mayle Don Mayle Kenny Mayle Pat Mayle Glenn McBcc Rick McCourt Dana McCray Pam McCue Betty McDonald Sheldon Mcle Susan McIntyre Ken McMullan Rhonda McWilliams Nancy Mcwshaw Debbie Miller Tina Minard Tammy Moran Ron Moats Robin Moore Terry Moore Cheryl Morgan Diane Morgan Jeff Morgan Mark Murphy Cathy Myers Ricky Myers Janet Newlon Wanda Newlon Ruth Owens John Palmarany Barbara Poling Frank Poling Jeff Poling Loretta Poling Lovetta Poling Steve Poling Otis Posten Mike Pratt Marilyn Pysell Carol Ramsey Darlene Reed Mike Reed Tom Reed Dave Reel Bill Rencau Lewis Richards Charlotte Roach 44 Mark Robinson Melissa Robinson John Rosier Jerry Ross Ricky Ross Ellen Russel Debra Rutherford Jack Sapp Randy Seargcant Matthew Scigaj George Schafer Robin Scroggs Roger Sctler Robert Shackelford Jill Shafer Bill Shartz Dirk Shaw Anita Shoemaker Sonya Shriver Betty Shumaker Rodney Slaton Jenifer Smith Far re 1 Snyder Ron Stalnakcr Debbie Springs Mike Stevens Nancy Streets Kenny Sturm Mark Sturm Tom Swiger Donnie Swisher Eddie Swisher Patty Swisher Richard Swisher Ruth Swisher Penny Tansill Doug Taylor Keith Taylor Emma Tcnny Susan Thompson Jim Thorp Greg Toothman Robert Trickctt Danny Turner Wilbur Utt Steve Van Horn Chris Varner Rick Warcan Karen Watkins Mark Watkins Randy Watkins Rick Westerman Rhonda Williams Debbie Wilt Mike Withers Amber Wolfe Jerry Wolfe Mike Wolfe Vonda Wolfe Diana Woods Alan Zinn Fred Zinn 45 Retiring Teacher Miss Hazel Cole got her B.S. Degree at Fairmont State College. Upon graduation she worked as a dietician for three years for the Federal Government and then started her teach- ing career in Barbour County. Miss Cole has taught a total of thirty-three years with two years in Barbour County and thirty-one in Taylor County. She has really enjoyed her teach- ing at Grafton High, but the one thing she will miss is visiting and talking with the teach- ers and students. Miss Cole’s hobbies arc: reading, sewing, cooking, nature walks, photogra- phy, and visiting with people. Upon retirement, she is going to stop scheduling because she has had schedules since she was a freshman in high school. Her future plans include, throwing away the alarm clock and just loafing.” Miss Cole will be remembered in years to come as one of the finest and most dedicated teachers GHS has seen. Besides her superb ability to teach, Miss Cole has shown interest in the students of GHS in more than one way. The students of Grafton High School would like to say thank-you and wish her well in the years to come. HAZEL COLE Teacher Of The Year Miss Betty May Knotts graduated from Grafton Senior High School with the class of 1964. Upon graduation she enrolled in Fairmont State College in the education curriculum. In 1968 she graduated from Fairmont State with a B.A. Degree in English and Business Education. After completing six more hours she will hold a Master’s Degree in English Education from WVU. When she completes her Master’s she hopes to acquire a teaching position at the college level. Miss Knotts has taught in the Taylor County School System for five years. She taught eighth grade English at the Junior High and then came to the High School where she taught Sophomore English, Senior English, and General Business. Miss Knotts taught the Class of 73 as eighth graders, then as Sophomores, and finally as Seniors. Her comment on teaching the same students three times was, It certainly was a unique experience and it gave me great satisfaction to watch their maturity progress from eighth graders to graduat- ing seniors.” However, having to put up with the Class of 73 for three years has probably been the cause of her hair turning gray. While teaching at Grafton High she has been the Keyette sponsor and also very active in student affairs. She has helped with many of the Student Council activities and dances. Around the school she is known for her creaking knees, cracking ankles, and never being seen without an armload of jangly bracelets. She enjoys swimming, cooking, and outdoor sports. Her pet peeves are letting students grade papers in class, having to repeat an answer more than twice, and not having enough paper to live up to her name as Miss Purple Sheet.” BETTY KNOTTS 47 WILLIAM GOODWIN Curriculum Coordinator CHARLES BENNETT JR. PAUL BARTLETT — Superintendent The Board Of Education JAMES HAVENNER Transportation Coordinator KENNETH GODWIN, SR WILLIAM CATHER Principal Office MR EDWARD A. WHITESCARVER Ass’t. Principal Personnel ELEANOR DUCKWORTH Secretary SHIRLEY TURNER Secretary MR. CHARLES R. CATHER GENE KAISER Counselor 49 Athletics Of GHS LAWRENCE SPADAEORE — Economics and Athletic Director GENE DAVIS— Boys’ Phys. Ed.. American Studies, and Football Coach RONALD KITTLE — Driver’s Ed. and Basketball Coach DONALD SWISHER — English and Asst. Coach L D. SPADAFORE — Boys’ Phys. Ed. and American Studies AUSTIN UPTON — American Studies and Freshman Coach Fine Arts GARY CHAMBERS — Band Director KENNETH GODWIN JR. — Choral Director IVY LOUK — Art Home Ec Language HAZEL SHAVER — Home Economics. FHA BETTY KNOTTS - English, Keyettes, Student Council BARBARA KING — English and American Studies DEBORAH GARCIA — Spanish Club, Spanish and English KATHERINE McCLURE — French. World Culture, and French Club A ' DIANE COLEBANK — English SHIRLEY DAVIS — English FERN THORN — English, Speech, Pep Club 51 Math GREG CARTWRIGHT — Math NELSON LANTZ — Math JUDY TAYLOR — Math 52 Physical Ed MARGERY WILLIAMS Girls’ Phys. Ed., Science, Re-Echo MILDRED BORD Bible, Girls’ Phys. Ed., Cheerleaders Science HAZEL COLE—Biology HARLEY DONHAM — Vo-Ag, Biology, and FFA PHYLLIS MARUCA — Physics, Chemistry and Chess Club Social Studies EDWARD BEAVERS Welding CHARLES KELLEY Machine Shop WILMA EVANS American Studies, Consumer Ed. BETTY ROSE MORRISON World Cultures, Economics, and National Honor Society KEITH TACKARSH Industrial Arts. Mechanical Drawing Teachers At Work Future Homemakers Of America Rou, i — V. Poling, M. Bradley, C. Wolfe, D. Farance, D. Wolfe, J. Lucas. Row 2 — Mrs. Shaver, D McCloy, S. Custer, R. Sharp, J. Nestor, J. Warder, L Baker, D. Dale, D. Weaver, H. Richman, Mrs. Jacobs. Row 3 — P. Kennedy. D Shipp, S. Johnson, E. Dougherty, B. Mayle, C Lambert, T Croston, D Loffler, R. Jackson, L. Dalton, J. McDaniel, P. Biggins. Fellowship Of Christian Athletes Row I — T. Reneau, G. Ward. B. Minney. J. Morgan Row 2 — P Taylor, M. Knight. T. Knight, M Ncliegh Row 3 —S. Williams, J. McCue, M. Ellis. 57 Chess Club Row I — S. Barton (See.), T. Gillespie (Treas.), B. Minney (Pres.), R. Robinson (V.-Pres.). Row2 — P. Maruca (Advisor), D. Wolfe, G. Ward, S. Phillips. J. McCuc, M. Ellis, D. Bartlett, D. Rogers, J. Anderson, D. Wilson, R Cannell. Candy Stripers 58 D. Current, P. Breedlove, J. Myers, S. Poling, J. McKinney, J. Reneau, S. Donham, T. Shartz. Future Farmers Of America Row 1 — L. Barthclemy, R. Andrews, D Warder, D Seller, J McCuc, K. McCauley. M. Bradley, K. Andrews. Mr. Donham. Row 2 — K Mayle, T. Moore. R Brown. B. Knotts, C Westcrman, L. Poling. D Carpenter, J. Ross, C. Swiger, T. Daugherty. C Mayle, C. Boylard, R. Phillips, D. Knotts Row 3 — B Drummond, J Dillon. B Lyons J. Gough. R. Ross. J. Shaffer. R. Slaton, B Shaffer, D. Getz. K. Messenger,J. Walters, A Lake, J. Swisher F.F.A. AWARDS 1973 Crop Production — Larry Barthelemy Fish and Wildlife Management — Cary Bolyard Ornamental Horticulture — John McCuc Outdoor Recreation —John McCue Dairy Production — Mark Bradley Home Improvement — Keith Messenger Live Stock Production — David Knotts Agricultural Mechanics — Terry Dillon Soil and Water Management — Terry Dillon Placement in Sales and Services — Randy Phillips Star Grccnhand — Keith Messenger Chapter Star Farmer — David Knotts 59 National Honor Society J. Warder, T Taylor (V.-Prcs.), E Summers, D. Jaco (Sec.), R. Reese (Pres.), K. Mick, N. Foley (Treas ), S. Westerman, P. Fairley. 60 Row 1 — N. Retherford, S. Tucker, C Litzinger, G. Fortney, S. Donham, J. Roach, L Kenner, J. Reneau. Row 2 — S. Barton, J. Spino, B. King, B. Minney, K. Freeze, B. Rollins, J. Latta, J. Rinker, E. Randall. L. Roe. R. Austin. D. Knotts, J. Sinsel, B. Gough, M. Bolincr, V. Thorp. French Club Row I —J. Hoban, B. Loar, K. Hussion, C. Ship. J. Roach. D. Harmon. S. Musgrove, L Poling, T. Hill. B. Farrance, C Drake, V. Frey, R. Scraggs, M. Bradley. B. Dalton. Row 2 — Mrs. McClure, J. Gallaher. B. Summers. P Breedlove, P. Bennett, J. Henderson, G. Fortney, D. Current, P. Fairley, J. Warder, D. Freeze, D. Reed, S. Henderson, S. Enderlc, B. Limbers. Row3 — H. Bledsoe. J. Boogs. E. Daugherty, P. Stevens. E. Summers, T. Stevens, D. Pratt, R. Reese, J. Henderson. G. Grab. D. Rogers. G. Ward, J. Morgan, R. Bord. The French Club was lead through the 1972-73 school year by four very hard working officers. They were Rick Reese (Pres.), Dale Rogers (V.-Prcs.), Pam Stevens (Sec.), and Janice Roach (Trcas.). Officers 62 Spanish Club Row I — D. Garcia. C. Hovatter, B. Bennett, D. Seder, C. Boyce. L. Hardman, S. Donham, S. Barton, S. Cox, B Sharrz. N. Mewshaw, R. Stalnakcr, M. Gerkins, N. Keener. Row 2 — J. Fisher, J. Mewshaw, B. Hinkins, S. Poling, C. Weaver, G. Fortney, T. Cambell. K. Ludwick, K. Rollins, B. Henderson, D. Fortney, C. Morgan. R. Jones, D. Knotts. Row 3 — D. Lucas. D. Gillespie, J. Spino, J. Coffman. M Manning, M. Limbers,J. Rinker, J. McCue, D. Jaco, D. Bolincr, R. McDaniel, R. White, E. Andrews. M. Ellis, T. Knight. Spanish Honorary Row I — B. Defenbaugh, G. Fortney, D. Fortney, T. Knight, E. Andrews. Row 2 — D Seder, S. Swiger. J. Mewshaw. J. Rinker. D. Jaco. C. Hovatter. 63 Student Council Row 1 — D. Setler, K. Moats, S. Musgrovc, D. Pratt, J. Morgan, S. Shay, P. Donham, D. Shaw, R Williams. Row 2 — B. Bennett, J. Sinsel, D. Fortney, T. Campbell, C. Johns, T. Reneau, T Poling. M. Ware. Row i — B. Dcfenbaugh, K. Ludwick, S. Kline, D. Jaco, B. Haines, R. Reese. D. Lucas, E. Bennett. Student Council At Work 64 Keyettes Rowl —T. Taylor (Pres ), N. Foley (R. Sec.), S. Westcrman (V.-Pres.), L Woodyard (Historian), C. Weaver (C Sec ), S. Shay (Treas ), C. Sansbury (Parliamentarian). Rou 2 — S. Donham, J. Sinscl.J. Warder, B. Loar, M. Moran, T. Wiseman, D. Current, H Bledsoe. G. Fortney, J. Rencau, B. Knotts (Advisor), M. Sturm, S. Pbling, J. Mcwshaw. B. Defenbaugh, L. Keener. D. Knotts, G. Watkins, P. Fairley. The Keyettes this year have been a very active group of young ladies. Their hard work paid off when they received Honorable Mention for the Single Service Project in the state. This is the first award ever to be won by a Grafton High Keyette Club. The Single Service Project involves many activities. Each year at the State Convention a project is selected to be worked by all clubs. This year pollution was selected. At the beginning of the year the club rode bicycles up Riverside Drive. In the latter part they made posters concerning pollution, gave car littcrbags to the faculty, aided the Student Council with the 30th May Clean-up, and finally placed trash barrels on Yates Avenue. Along with the Key Club there was another State project — Big Brother, Big Sister. The clubs, working with the Welfare Department, held a Christmas Party for underprivileged children. The affair was held in the GHS cafeteria with a visit from St. Nick (Ken Cross) the highlight of the children’s evening. Other activities included decorating the Christmas Tree, playing games, and telling the Christmas Story. Some of the girls are now going to individual houses to work with the younger children. The Keyettes also perform several service aaivities. In the past year they passed out Memorial Day programs, sponsored Twerp Day for both the Football and Basketball Players, held a recognition night for the parents of the Basketball players, and wrapped shoe boxes for Christmas next year. The club, also for the first time, had the honor of a member being elected to a state office. Carla Sansbury at 72’s convention was selected to fulfill the office of State Secretary. Tara Taylor was chosen to represent our region in the state. A state meeting was held at GHS in March in preparation of the convention. At that time the Grafton Keyette pledge sign was adopted by all clubs. Library Assistants Row 1 — L. Haller, C. McVicker, T. Shartz, L. Leach, Mr. Walls. Row 2 — Mrs. Haddix, H. Hoover, N. Retherford, P. Johnson, B. Rollins, J. Young, C. Moser, D. Nuzum, T. Campell. Varsity Club Row I — B. King, J. Corio, M. Ncileigh, R. Jackson, R. Bord, G. Jones, J. Morgan. Row 2 — D. Swisher. R. Loughry, M. Boyles, C. Drainer, J. Haddix, J. Satterfield, S. Tressler, D. Hussion, J. Knight, B. Malone, K. Freeze, B. Minncy. Row } — D. Leach, D Keener, D. Pratt, D. Humphrey. J. McCue, S. Williams, G. Jenkins, K. Cross, J. Garrett, B. Haines, R. Maots, R. Pisino, S. Lambert. 66 Future Teachers Of America Row 1 — Miss Roy, M. Green, K. Litzinger, N. Jackson, C. Bolligcr, D. Harman, P. Donham. Row 2 — S. Turner. D. Knotts. S. Cox, T. Wiseman. J Henderson J. Warder, S. Peters, L. Hardman. Row 3 — D. Gerard, J. Sinsel. J. Reneau, T. Stevens. D Fortney, E. Summers, B Henderson, P Watkins, K. Ludwick, K. Flohr. Key Club Row 1 - C. Westcrman, B King. R Watkins. B. Swigcr, J. Coffman. R. Weaver. S. Phillips. T. Reneau. D. Lucas, C Drainer, (Pres ), B. Malone, D Smallwood, J Morgan Row 2 — D. Humphery. B. Haines, A. Brake. B. Weaver, J. Knight. Ken Cross (Trcas ), B. Brake, J. Rinkcr. J. Heffenn, B. Minney. K. Freeze 67 Row I — Mr. Beavers, C. McIntyre, J. McVicker, T. Poling, D. Henderson, B. Boylen, B. Shinglcton. Row 2 —J. Pitzer, T. Newlon, J. Jones, D. Withers, O. Delaney. Row) — P. Bradley, P. Rogers, R. Curry. B. Haines, K. Thompson. M. Beavers. R. Miller, M. Gibson. Row4 — M. Shaffer. J. Shackelford. J. Satterfield, D Findley. J. Nay, B. Sayres, W Nestor. R. Moran, J. McVicker, D. Phillips, C. Core. Mechanic Of The Year Welder Of The Year 68 James McVicker William Boylen Pep Club Row 1 — M. Maylc, S. Swiger, B. Loar, Mrs. Thorn. Row2 — B Wolfe, M Robinson, E. Hefferin, R. McWilliams, J. Myers, S. Cox. J. Robinson, P. Hefferin, D. Lucas, J. Lucas. Row 3 — C. Worth, J Mewshaw, D. Davis, M. lofflcr, N. Jackson, C. Scull, D. Lance. C. Morgan, M. Gerkin. 69 Future Business Nancy Rcthcrford Clerical Student of the Year Robin Austin President 1972-73 Women of the Moose Achievement Award Runner-up, Miss Personality Pageant Winner of One-Week Trip to Ocean City Donna Slaton FBLA Student of the Year Brenda Lucas State Leadership Conference Speech Contest — 3rd Place Leaders Of America Row I — C. Litzinger, M Hoover, S Tucker, D Slaton. R Borris, K. Moats, R. Austin. C. Jenkins, T. Kelley, D. Weaver. T. Croston, N. Retherford, B. Lucas. Row 2 — Mrs Decker, S. Barker, B. Bennett. M. Sydenstricker, C. Bolliger, R. Sharp, K. Boyce, S. Musgrove, P. Fairley. K Litzinger, D. Dawson. M Haller. P. McDaniel, G Hovattcr. Row 3 — J Roach. D. McCloy, M. Kennedy, N Rosier, D. Linn. P Tansill, E. Canfield. M. Poling. S. Deem. C. Core. K. Sorge. N. Baker, K. Dawson. V. Thorp, S. Musgrove. Row 4 — J Nestor, S. Smith. D Shipp. K Brewer. S. Dale, T. Morris. T. Peters. K. Kines, R. Jackson, D. Hershman. C. Worth, J. Kems, D. Lantz, M. Sturm. Shirley Tucker, Cathy Jenkins. Regina Morris, Nancy Retherford. Donna Slaton State Leadership Conference. Montgomery, WV Parliamentary Procedure Team — 1st Place 71 Mixed Chorus Row 1 — S. Smith, R McWilliams, J. Myers, D Ptrks, D. Lantz, L Davis Row 2— M. Lucas, J. Lucas, N Rosier, N. Mewshaw, M Vance, S. McIntyre, J. Parks. Row 3 — S. Brummett, J. Henderson, D. Robinson, K. Flohr, D. Davis, L Elscy, C. Tucker. Homemaker Of Tomorrow Competing in a field of 25 Senior Home-Economics students, Sharon Westerman was selected as Homemaker of Tomorrow. Each girl took a standardized test consisting of cooking, sewing, and general homcmaking. Sharon is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Everett Westerman. CONGRATULA- TIONS SHARON. 72 Retiring Mr. Mathews is the most well-liked custodian at GHS. He is always friendly and has a kind word for everyone. His presence and smile will be sadly missed by all students and faculty. COOKS BUS DRIVERS n Barber Shop Quartet CHORAL DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES Anna Jarvis Dedication The Apple Tree” Tygart Lake Lodge (Three Nights) Union Thanksgiving Service December Choral Concert WBOY TV Appearance Christmas Assembly Program Morgantown Jr. High Concerts Carnival (Two Nights and Matinee) Spring Tour Senior Sermon The Entertainers and the Barber Shop Quartet also presented numerous programs throughout the year. Dennis Bolincr, Ken Mick, Fred Queen, Steve Lambert. 74 rrThe Entertainers ” Entertainers are: Eric Randall. Shiela Phillips, Steve Lambert, Tara Taylor, Dennis Bolincr, Connie Weaver, Dave Jaco, Nancy Foley, Ken Mick. Shiela Musgrove. 75 All State Chorus Eight members of the Concert Choir were in Charleston, April 12 to the 14, participating in the forty-second annual West Virginia All State Chorus. Dr. Elmer Thomas, who is the Director of Choral Music at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, served as Guest Conductor of the three hundred voice chorus. Mr. Kenneth Godwin, Jr. completed his second year as the All State Chorus Chairman. Representing Grafton High School at the music festival were Blain Minney, Ken Mick, Eileen Hefferin, Debbie McDaniels, Tara Taylor, Dennis Bolincr, Debra Haddix, and Eric Randall. Choir Officers And Member Of The Year Throughout the school year the choir officers arc called upon to do some of the detail work to accommodate choral activities. Elected this year were vice-presi- dent Steve Lambert, president Eric Randall, and secretary-treasurer Tara Taylor. Eric was chosen Choir Member of the Year” by the Concert Choir. He excels not only in music, but also in an and in his studies as well. He is a member of the National Honor Society, the Entertainers, and has held leading roles in the musical productions Finian’s Rainbow” and Carnival.” 76 The Apple Tree This year’s dinner-theatre production, The Apple Tree,” was in proud tradition, another successful venture into the world of the theatre for GHS choral stu- dents. The show was composed of three separate and complete acts, the first of which was The Diary of Adam and Eve” with Ken Mick and Sheila Musgrove and Eric Randall as the snake. The Entertainers were featured secondly, and the third act starred Tara Taylor in Passionella,” a modem Cinderella story. Passionella” was narrated by David Thompson, Steve Lambert portrayed Flip, and Danny Snyder was the employer. The chorus included Dennis Boliner, Dave Jaco, Eric Ran- dall and Ken Mick. 77 Music Theatre Presents Staff And Cast Producer Orchestra Choreographer B. F. Schlcgal Rosalie........................ Marco......................... Lili............................ Grobcrt........................ Carrot Top Paul ........................... Greta .......................... Roustabouts Steve Lambert — Lou Sturm Dennis Boliner — Frank Humphrey Jim Morgan — David Jaco Harem Dancers Sheila Phillips — Melinda Thom Susan Poling — Carla Sansbury Sharon Wcsterman Hoola Dancers Eileen Heffcrin — Kim Moats Clowns Bill Knisely — Rick Reese Larry McWilliams — Sandy Ward Mr. Kenneth Godwin, Jr. Mrs. Robert Gough Mrs. Betty Rose Morrison Mr. Fred Queen, II Miss Carolyn Jackson ............Eric Randall ............Tara Taylor ........David Thompson ..........Suzanne Shay John Haddix ..........Danny Snyder Ken Mick . Chris Sander Drama Director................... Producer’s Assistant Director’s Assistant Production Manager Lighting Sound ...................................... Gladys Zuwield Princess Olga Salt Man...................... Juggler Horrible Henry........................... Renardo..................... Margue rote................................. Dr. Glass.................................. Bluebird Girls Becky Defenbaugh — Nancy Foley Diane Satterfield — Connie Weaver Dcobie Haddix — Debbie McDaniels Acrialists Patty Fairley — Donna K. Knotts Gayla Fortney — Becky Moore Donna Stalnaker Gypsies Kathie Brewer —Judy Kerns Roger Carder — Sheila Musgrove Betty Hinkins — Tom Poling — Marcia Sturm Mrs. Frank Sandor Gayla Fortney Ken Mick .... Steve Lambert .Jim Rinkcr Blaine Minney Carla Sansbury Glenda Watkins . David Ban leu Steve Phillips Frank Humphrey Steve Ward . Sharle Bennett Steve Lambert Mcnangeric Donna Knotts — Rick Leonard David Morasco — Mike Poling Siamese Twins Deanna Canfield — Elissa Canfield The Choir Appearing On The r Today Show99 The Grafton High School Concert Choir’s success story never ends. Dedication and persistence paid off for the sixty voice choir as they performed live” out of New York City on the NBC Today Show,” (estimated audience, five million people). Over fifty cards and letters have been received from Maine to San Francisco praising the choir for a most favorable performance. While in New York, the students and staff visited many of the famous landmarks and attended the Broadway Show, A Little Night Music.” Great things come to those who work hard,” so onward and upward goes the GHS Concert Choir. Variety Show The performing abilities of Grafton High School’s student body were well presented in the second annual Variety Show, April 19- Proceeds went to help our hos- pitalized Student Body President, Donald Craft. The entire show was planned and executed perfectly. These are but a few of the scenes, but we feel that they accu- rately tell the story. Our compliments go to not only Eric Randall and Pam Stevens but also all those involved in both organization and performance. Bearcat Drum Major — R. Leonard. Majorettes — T Wiseman, B. Hinkins. D Satterfield (Head). C. Weaver, S. Turner Members — C. Hickman, S. Poling, N. Keener, E. Dougherty, C. Moser, B Peters, D. Gerard, K. Watkins, J. Rcneau, M Mason, K. Sandor, P. Tansill, K. Gcrkins, C. Core, M. Sydenstricker, D. McCray. P. Watkins. T Knight, B. Gough. M. Robinson, E. Hunter, S. Cox, R. Reese, D. Boliner, J. Shaffer, J. Isncr, R. Watkins, M Knight, D. Sndyer, B. Brake. B. Leonard. K. Taylor, D. Thompson, F. Poling, D. Smallwood, B. Weaver, T. Dougherty. E. Randall, R Canncll, B. Richards, L Gough, F. Queen, K. Sapp, R. Stalnaker, A. Brake, M. Stevens, R. Weaver, P. Donham, D. Stalnaker, B. Kirby, P. Swisher, J. Sinsel, K. Paige, R. Williams, P. McCue, S. Donham, P. Bolyard, K. Kines, J. Roach, D. Harman, B. Knotts, J. Rinker, P. Biggins, D. Boice, K. Haskens. 82 Band T. Wiseman, B. Hinkins, R. Leonard — Drum Major, D. Satterfield — Head Majorette. C. Weaver, S. Turner. John Phillip Sousa Award Arian Award All Area Band E. Randall R. Reese B. Weaver, F. Queen, R. Leonard. 83 Jazz Ensemble All State Rick Leonard, a senior member of the Bearcat Band, was Grafton High School’s representative to the West Virginia All-State Band. This was the first time in several years that a band student from Grafton High was selected to repre- sent our school. Rick has been selected to represent our school for the past two years in the All-Area Band. He also has been the Drum Major for the 1972-1973 school year. Rick has taken private trumpet lessons at West Virginia University for six years. He plans to continue his music education there this fall. Pep Band Band Officers Band Council Scc.-Treas. —J. Sinsel, Drum Major — R Leonard. V P. — R. Reese. Pres. — E. Randall, D. Satterfield, C. Moser. J. Rcneau. B. Hinkins. P. Donham. Rou 2 —J. Sinsel, E. Randall. R. Leonard. B. Head Majorette — D. Satterfield. Weaver. R. Reese, B. Leonard, M. Knight, K. Sandor. Band Dance June 2, 1973, marked the day of the annual Band Dance. This dance is given to the band members and their guests by the Band Boosters. The dance was a big success as many were in attendance. They danced to the sound of the Bitter Root. Miss Judy Sinsel was crowned “Queen Melody” by last year’s queen, Karen Manley. King Harmony,” Mr. Eric Randall was crowned by last year’s king. Bob Hicks. 86 SPORTS 1972 — Football Row 1 — J. Morgan, F. Queen, D. Newhouse, R. Bord, C. Drainer, D. Humphrey. D. Craft, G. Jones, E. Mayle, K. Cross. Row 2 — Coach G. Davis, R. Loughry, J. Knight, D. Keener. B. Minney, R. Jackson, B. King. S. Williams. B. Malone, Coach D. Swisher. Row ) — Coach R. Kittle. T. Reneau, J. Satterfield. D. Hussion, M. Boyles, D Pratt, S. Tressler.J Haddix, J. Corio, Trainer — B Loar, C. Boyles, Coach A. Upton. Grafton 8 Philip Barbour 6 H Grafton 0 Bridgeport 16 A Grafton 20 WI 8 H Grafton 15 West Fairmont 6 A Grafton 6 Buchannon 40 H Grafton 6 Lewis County 0 H Grafton 0 East Fairmont 0 A Grafton 8 Morgantown 28 A Grafton 20 Shinnston 8 H Grafton 20 Elkins 32 A This year’s football team was one we all could be proud of. Past rivalries were forgotten, as the players merged together to become Bearcats and work for the first time as a team. Their vacations ended early just so they could go out in the summer heat and begin practice for the oncoming season. The Bearcats had a very good record, 6-3-1. In every game regardless of when or where, Coach Davis’ Bearcats always did their best. A. Upton, R. Kittle, G. Davis, D. Swisher. The Bearcats had what it takes and their record tells the story. 88 Defense holds as Drainer prepares to pass D. Craft Varsity Seniors C. Drainer J. Morgan D. Newhouse K. Cross R. Bord 89 Managers — T. Reneau, J. Satterfield, B. Loar, and C. Boyles. 1972-1973 Varsity Knttlmg — S. Williams, Coach Kittle, Coach Swisher. Standing — M. Ware, T. Shay, R. Bord. B. Minney, J. Satterfield, C. Foley, L Haines, S. Lambert, J. Garrett, G. Jenkins. The 1971-1972 basketball season was good to the Bearcats. And the Bearcats were good with the basketball. The varsity, coached by R. Kittle, produced a record of 7- 13. R. Bord shows determination in trying for an open shot! Against tough competition the Bearcats stood up well. They tackeled all area schools and let them know they were the Bearcats. In tournament action, the Bearcats played extremely well, but were defeated by Victory in the first game. The '72 Bearcats boasted a skillful, well-rounded team. J. Satterfield, S. Lambert, C. Foley, L. Haines, T. Shay, and R. Bord are all seniors who performed well and with the entire school behind them had a successful season. S. Lambert goes up for two! C. Foley T. Shay L. Haines These six seniors provided the backbone of the 1972-1973 Bearcat basketball team. They were extremely tough on the boards with C. Foley, S. Lambert, L. Haines, and J. Satter- field, hauling down the rebounds and T. Shay and R. Bord controlling the ball. Varsity Seniors l j my J. Satterfield S. Lambert All of these young men deserve a great deal of appreciation as they closed out their varsity career in fine fashion. The entire stu- dent body would like to congratulate them on a job well done and wish them success in later years. R. Bord 91 Junior Varsity Kneeling — Coach D. Swisher, D. Henderson. Standing — R. Jones, M. Jones, M. Knight, J. Henderson, M. Henderson. A R. Lake. R. Sctler, D. Steadman, D. Dunham, J. Heinzman. Freshmen 92 Kneeling — R. Tricket, D. Turner, K. Taylor, R. Myers, L. Barnes, D. Shaw, G. Toothman, J. Isner. Standing — R. Kisncr, M. Stevens, K. McMullen, M. Robinson, B. Leonard, T. Reed, D. Holt, J. Poling, R. Hunt. a. t. c. Row l — C. Litzinger, B. Lucas. J. Warder, L Baker. J. Henderson. E. Summers. J. Jenkins. D. Perks. B Rollins, P. Johnson. J. Perks. Row2 — V Poling. J. Lucas, D. Shipp. K Litzinger, D. Lucas. D. Seder, J Robinson. P. Retherford, J. Myers. R Sharp. M. Srurm.J. Nestor, E. Canfield, D. Wolf. Row 3 — S. Lyons, S. Johnson, L Keener Golf Team 93 R Walls — Advisor. D. Turner. K. Taylor, R Jones, M. Jones, M. Henderson, T. Knight. M Knight, J. Poling 1972-73 Track Teams Row 1 — B. King, D. Keener. B. Minney, M Boyles, K. Freeze, D. Leach, J. Satterfield, F Queen. Row 2 — R. Bord. B. Neeley, G. Bjarndahl. F. Cross, D. Newhouse. D. Hussion J. Haddix. J. Corio, R. Loughery. D Wolfe, F Haines. Row 3 — T. Corrochers, R Ross, R. Gall, B. Arvidson. G Toothman, M. Reed, K Cross, R. Layfield, R Moats, S. Tresslcr. P Taylor. B. Black, B. Rcneau. Row4—J. SappJ. Collins, C. Johns J. Freeze. K Sturm, R Pisino, R Jackson. B Malone, D. Pratt, S. Williams. Row I — P. Menear, M. Robinson, M. Lucas, S. Elscy, J. Lucas. V. Roy, D. Wagner, D. Nuzum. Row 2 —J Satterfield — Coach, J. Powell, P. Heffcrin, L. Leach, S. Swiger, B. Leach, J. Mcwshaw, D. Satter- field, B. Henderson, M. Coolc, B Leach — Coach. 94 S. Bennett H. Bledsoe 1973 Grafton High School Cheerleaders M. Moran HEAD A very essential and sometimes overlooked pan of athletics is the cheerleaders. Under the direction of Head Cheerleader, M. Moran, the varsity squad drew close and dedicated their time and hard work in the building of enthusiasm of the entire student body of Graf- ton High School for the oncoming season. The morale of the students was kept very high during both hard and easy times by all cheerleaders and the mascot, N. Foley. All cheerleaders were fine examples of leadership and enthusiasm. The spirit stick won at cheerleading camp was only one example of the spirt the cheerleaders carried with them throughout the year. K. Moats D. Current The student body of GHS would like to congratulate the eight cheerleaders and the Mas- cot on a job well done. Juniors Seniors Row! — E. Daughter)-, D. Shipp, L Shingleton, B. Loar.J. Mewshaw. J. Lucas, C Worth, S. Swigcr. Row 2 — K. Isner, S. Musgrovc, D. Nuzum. N Baker, M Maylc, S. Shay, E. Hcfferin, M. Coole. Row 3 — Coach Don Craft, B. Gough. S. Pinnell, P. Myote. S. Lantz, D. Loffler, S Poling, B. Summers, C. Weaver, H. Bledsoe, K. Thorp, Coach Kenny Cross. Row 1 — N. Foley, L. A. Woodyard, V. Thorp, P. Fairly, S. Smith, J. Hoover, M. Haller, J. Jennings. Row 2 — Coach Danny Newhouse, B. Rollins, J. Gerkin, J. Jenkins, D. Ross. D. Stalnaker. C. Haller, T. Workman. A. Gerkins, Coach Lew Haines The 1973 Powder Puff Games were held in October, and each class provided a team that was perfectly able of winning the championship. But again it was the class of 74’ that proved too much for their opponents. The mighty band of juniors gained their way into the championship game by over powering the Sopho- mores, as the Seniors became eligible for the championship game by defeating the Freshmen. In the final game, it came right down to the wire as the Seniors put up quite a front and held the juniors from ever crossing the goal line. But the talented team of Jrs. outlasted the Srs. and were again champs! Sophomores Freshmen Row I — L Leach, J. Powell, D Satterfield, D. J. Knotts, K. Wolfe. M Lucas, K. Kines. Row 2 — D. Freeze, P- Menear, P. Hcfferin. C. Core, D. Lucas, B. Leach, K. Buckwalter, S. Bennett, L Sturm. Row 3 — Coach Rich Board, N. Jackson, C. Wolfe, T. Morris, M. C. Walters, K. Ludwig, B. Henderson, D. K. Knotts. K. Rollins, K. Haskins, K. Hussion, Coach G. Jones, Coach J. Satterfield. Row I — E. Hunter, K. Boyce, T. Campbell. B. Kirby. P. Sonham, S Cathcll, D. Morgan, D Wilt, J. Shaffer Row 2 — V. Pbling, D. Miller, B. Bennett, V. Frey, S. McIntyre. D. Woods. P Swisher, B. Holt, M. Robinson, R Williams, L Ellis. Row 3 — B. Minney, V Wolfe, S. Custer, A. Shoemaker, C. Morgan, N. Mewshaw. M Vance, S. Kline. K. Gerkin, R. Moore. N. Nichols, B. Kuhn, E. Russell, C. Drake. 96 Athletic Director Head of our sports department is the very able Mr. Lawrence Spadafore. Pappy” has been Athletic Director for four years, and since that time, our sports facilities have greatly improved. Under his guidance, GHS has added many valuable tools needed to produce strong, winning teams. A new gym floor was put in, and new lights were put up to add to the appearance of the gymnasium. A weight machine was also purchased for the weight room. All of these advancements were made possi- ble through Mr. Spadafore’s efforts. He knows much about his job, and is congratu- lated for doing it well. Mr. L. Spadafore R. Kittle — Head Basketball Coach G. Davis — Head Football Coach G.H.S. Coaches All four of these coaches deserve a great deal of appreca- tion from all the faculty and students of Grafton High School. The time and hard work donated by these men is not a task every man would like to have. Dedication is a word they live by and sometimes goes unnoticed. G.H.S. students have noticed it and appreciate it and would like to say thank you! D. Swisher — Head Jr.V. Basketball Coach A. Upton — Head Freshman Basketball Coach Homecoming 72-73 The heavens were a misty gray The rain formed fringes in the sky Most people gloomily stayed indoors But at G.H.S. our Spirits were high. Come rain or shine was homecoming week and all loyal Grafton fans came to sit under dripping umbrellas and watch our boys win the game. The sun’s bright rays were behind black clouds and there wasn’t enough light for the camera shaft That’s why you’re reading this dumb poem Instead of looking at a photograph. 98 Row 1 — V. Wolfe. K. Buckwater, C. Worth, B. Rollins. J. Gcrkins. J. Kerns, D. Current, K. Wolfe, V. Frey — Crown Bearer — Kathy King. Row 2 — C. Varner. T. Tingler, T. Sturm, D. Kisner, T Shay, D. Lucas, J. Garrett, R. Watkins, J. Havcnner — Ring Bearer — Brian Dempsey. Miss Bearcat XXII Janet Gerkin was chosen by the football team to reign over the 1972-1973 Homecoming Activities. Her cheerful smile and sunny personality brought a ray of sunshine into those gloomy, rain-filled days. Even though the rain poured during the Homecoming Game on Fri- day evening, Janet and her Court appeared on the field at half-time to be crowned by last year’s Queen, Marilyn Wolfe. 99 Homecoming The Homecoming Game was played on Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. Our opponents were the Lewis County Minutemen. The game, played on a rain soaked field, proved to be a real contest with the Bearcats winning six to nothing. Even though it had rained, there was a large, enthusiastic crowd to lead the team to victory. The Queen and her court were presented at half time. On Saturday night the Dance was held in the school Gymnasium. The music was provided by the Atlantis.” The Dance was spon- sored by the student council, was decorated in keeping with the Hal- loween Season. 100 v Activities 101 Miss Sweetheart v72-v73 When the Student Council proposed the idea of a formal Sweetheart Dance, all the students were enthused. They worked diligently to make the dance the supreme accomplishment in the history of GHS. The stirring music was furnished by the well known rock ensemble, Porte Authority.” The evening was highlighted by the crowning of Miss Sweetheart,” Marlene Haller, escorted by Dave Baughman. The exquisite gowns of the lovely young ladies were admired by chaperones and students alike. Everyone was delighted and was sure a new annual event had begun. Queen Marlene Haller and escort Dave Baughman Student Body President Don Craft and Queen Marlene Haller. Row I — Cathy Litzinger, Nancy Foley, Mary Moran, Sheila Musgrove, Carla Sansbury, Sharon Westerman, Joyce Warder, Sheila Deem. Row 2 —Jim Rinker, Mike Hanley, Gerald Jones, Mike Bolyard, Steve Shaluta, Dave Lucas. Dave Jaco, Dennis Workman. 102 Student Council Elections Student election day, May 21, was a spark of excitement in the school calendar. The field of candidates was large and enthusiastic, campaigning very hard for weeks before the final day, when they would make their speeches to the student body. Finally, when the votes were counted, Daniel Wolfe was elected President. After run-off for Vice-President it was announced Tom Sturm would hold that office. The candidates for Pres, included Ed Bennett, Guy Ward, Suzanne Shay, and Danny Wolfe. Those running for Vicc-Pres. were Becky Defenbaugh, Pam Stevens, and Tom Sturm. Know Your State Government Day Know Your State Government Day was held in Charleston, W.Va. this past February. Linda Keener and Sanford Barton were Grafton High’s representatives. They took pan in various sessions that dealt with state government and heard an address from a member of Governor Arch A. Moore, Jr.’s cabinet. Boys' And Girls' State Girls’ State was held the second week of June at Jackson’s Mill for the students selected by their school to learn more about their city, county, and state governments. This year Nancy Foley represented GHS at W. Va. Girls’ State. Three boys represented our school at Boys’ State this year during the third week of June. Frank Humphrey, Dave Jaco, and Rick Reese were the boys attending the week at Jackson’s Mill from the Grafton area. They learned many things about the way their government works. 104 Autographs 105 1973 Class Tournaments First Place Decorations — Seniors Second Place Decorations — Sophomores The 1973 Class Tournaments were held in April with each class participating with great enthusiasm. For the Freshmen it was their first crack at competing for ribbons and competing against other classes. The Sophomores had one year of experience behind them as they went into this year’s games. The Junior girls continued their winning streak and the Seniors also kept up the good work in the annual affair. Ribbons were presented by Student Body President Donald Craft. Junior Decorations Freshmen Decorations 106 Winning Team — Junior Girls Winning Team — Senior Boys Boy Foul Shooter — Larry Swisher Best Boy Sport — Ron Moats Girl Foul Shooter — Brenda Loar Best Girl Sport — Cathy Jenkins Q ) All Tournament Teams L-R —J. Mewshaw, P. Brown, B. Loar, V. Stansberry, B. Leach, M. Haller, L Ellis. L-R — R. Loughry.J Knight. R. Moats, M. Ware.J. Corio, C. Drainer, K Cross. First Place Best Cheering Section Second Place Juniors Sophomores Best Dressed Teams Freshmen Juniors 108 Best Cheerleading customes and Best Cheerleaders Second Place Cheerleading costumes — Sophomores Second Place Cheerleaders — Freshmen Freshman Boys’ Team Junior Cheerleaders Sophomore Boys’ Team Sophomore Girls’ Team Senior Cheering Section Freshman Cheering Section Senior Girls’ Team We are great Missed Who’s Next? There it is That 5 My Ball! Awards Day 1973 Girls Track Football Award Salutatorian Women of the Moose Award F.F.A. Ken Mick Salutatorian Basketball Candy Stripers NHS Golf National Honor Society Commercial FBLA Scholarship ATC Sophomore of the Year Choir Band Entertainers 111 Pep Club Shorthand Exchanging of the Gavel Boy and Girl of the Year Voice of Democracy Murphy’s Service Award Spanish Honorary Elizabeth Summers Valedictorian Band Awards John Phillip Sousa Award Valedictorian Art Gifts Yearbook Staff £ I Si vv k National Cemetary Essay Awards 112 Track Retiring Teacher •’ 4 4 4? 4 •vr i ♦V Junior-Senior Prom 1973 1 14 115 Jim and Deanna Joyce Dave and Norma Dave and Donna Junior Princtssa Sue Musgrove Connie Worth Suzanne Shay Bonnie Wolfe Sherry Barker Debbie Current Senior Prtntasa Cathy Litzinger Mary Kay Moran Sheila Musgrove Bev Rollins Carla Sansbury Sharon Wes ter man Mary Ellen Boliner Janet Gcrkins Marlene Haller Cathy Jenkins Terri Kelly Judy Kems Dave and Sandy Steve and Connie Jim and Margie Mr. and Mrs. Kerns Steve and Kathy Dale and Becky Duke and Carla Jim and Betty Buddy and Holly Buddy and Connie Randy and Marie Steve and Pam Ken and Sheila Mr. and Mrs. Jenkins Bill and Kathy Mike and Mary Ellen John and Sheila Everett and Evelyn Damon and Judy Arlene Cathy Gene and Karen The Royals Mike and Rose Mike and Debbie Darle and Susie Jeff and Terrie Dave and Tara Kenny and Nancy Chuck and Susie Sandy and Becky Guy and Bev Jerry and Becky Ralph and Doris Rocky and Sue Jim and Debbie Carl and Mary Dave and Marlene Jim and Susie Bill and Mary Lou Irene and Neil Rick and Kathy Bob and Jean Dave and Kim Bob and Eileen Kathy and Bill John and Brenda Hazel Dave and Kathy Randy and Totie Phil and Jackie Sharon The 1973 Junior-Senior Prom was held at 8:00, May 19, in the GHS Fieldhouse, with music provided by The Royals. Despite threatening skies outside, inside, the gym was beautifully decorated with crepe paper and murals portraying the theme Love Story.” The high- light of the evening was the coronation of the queen, Sheila Musgrove, chosen from a field of twelve senior girls. David Thompson, master of ceremonies, intro- duced all 18 girls, including six juniors, as they were escorted around the floor. Ken Mick sang Smoke Gets in Your Eyes,” and Queen of the Senior Prom,” add- ing much to the occasion. Miss Musgrove was crowned by Kathy Garrett, the 1972 Prom Queen. The prom was considered one of the finest ever held at GHS. Donna Bill and Bev Mr and Mrs. Gillespie John and Donna Joe and Suzanne Mike and Sharon Remember When . . . Blaine exploded the Chemistry Lab . . . The teachers wore their caps and gowns . . The bird cage fell on Rick and Janet. . . 124 It rained and rained and rained . . . Mickey paid us a visit. . . Tried to pass a Science Test 125 Graduation 1973 Row 1 — P. Ridolfi. P Banlctt. D. Southard, E. Whitcscarvcr. C. Gather Row2 — M Williams. H Cole, B Morrison, A. Decker, J. Taylor. B. Knotts, B. King, P Maruca, M. Bord. D Garcia. W. Evans, F. Thom. D. Colebank, R. Walls. Row 3 — W Weaver. C. Bennett. K Godwin, E. Beavers. G Davis. P Murphey, H. Donham, C. Kelley, G. Chambers, K. CJodwin Sr., W. Cather. Last minute thoughts . . . Watching the fruits of their labors . . . Butterfly’s and angel’s wings Life is of such fragile things Stealing softly through time’s door Felt some time, but felt no more. Airy notes that catch the ear Somehow far, yet somehow near Stealing softly through time’s door Heard some time, but heard no more. Youthful laughter, carefree days Innocence in many ways Stealing softly through time’s door A child some time, but child no more. T. Taylor 126 Dr. Southard Education in the Midst of Change.” The final march We Are Brave, We Are Free. We're The Class of '73. 127 Class of ’73 — The beginning of the end. . May 28 dawned cloudy and rain threatened during the entire parade, but nearly all of the 1973 Grads braved the weather and proudly marched to the National Cemetery. The Choir offers a message, too . . A Measuring Tape and a Compass,” the theme of Rev. Hauk’s sermon, dealt with the interpretation of the world around us, and the importance of judging that world with a good set of values. He cautioned us to beware of looking at the material values of life alone, and expressed his hope that we would be able to see the natural beauty of it. We listened thoughtfully to his words . . 128 9£e Senior Class °f ffrafton Jfig£ Sc ioof announces its Commencement Cxercises U£ursdag evening, ££une seventh Nineteen Hundredseventy-three eight o 'cfoch Jfigh Sc ioofZHuditorium TOWNE STUDIO OF PHOTOGRAPHY MEMBER OF THE WEST VIRGINIA PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS ASSOCIATION are pleased to have been selected to be your Free Lance and Portrait Photographer For The 1973 Re-Echo Intersection U.S. Routes 50-250 — Pruntytown Phone —265-2032 Grafton, W. Va. CLARKSBURG AND MIDDLETOWN MALL A BOTTOMS SHOP A TOPS SHOP WAIST SIZES 24 to 42 TOP SIZES 34-46 6uni threads FOR ALL THE people q FEATURING FASHIONS AT LOW PRICES YOU'LL BE BREAD AHEAD AT 132 SCOTTY'S KAWASAKI KAWASAKI MOTORCYCLE SERVICE — PARTS INT. U.S. 50 and 250 Mi. West ot Grafton ROUTE 4 GRAFTON, W. VA. 26354 Phone 265 0801 HARMAN CONSTRUCTION INC. P.O. Box 70 Grafton, W. 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W VA We Have a Wide Variety of Gifts for All Occasions and All Ages RUSSEL STOVER CANDIES 136 AMERICAN GREETING CARDS OZITE CORPORATION Rubber and Chemical Country Club Road Grafton, West Virginia MARK ANTHONY RESTAURANT Rt. 50 West, Grafton Available for banquets, parties, and business conferences. Featuring steaks, seafood, Italian spaghetti and hoagies FREY'S AUTO SUPPLY, INC. 10 East Main Phone 265-1 184 MURPHY’S HARDWARE AND APPLIANCE Home Furnishings Whirlpool Appliances RCA Entertainment Products Carpet 101 Beach St. Phone 265-0315 DELTA TIRE CO. P.O. Box 11 Grafton, W. Va. 26354 YOUR FRIEND WEST VIRGINIA PLASTICS, INC. THE BLUEVILLE BANK OF GRAFTON No. 7 Harman Center Phone 265-3400 Member F.D.I.C. TOOTHMAN FORD Sales, Inc. 265 3000 265-2006 U.S. Rt. 50 West Grafton, W. Va. 26354 GRAFTON VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT Sponsors Annual Fireman's Apple Festival Distributor of BROCKWAY TRUCKS AND CLINE TRUCKS Fontaine Trailers We Don't Just Talk Service We Give Service Before, During And After. Ask Those We Have Served. W. VA TRUCK SALES INC. NO. KNOTTS FUNERAL HOME 105 North Pike Street Grafton. W. Va. Arnold H. Knotts Grafton, W. Va. LEONARD'S GROCERY TOM’S J. L. Lucas — Owner PASTRY SHOPPE 238 West Main Street Grafton, W. Va. Phone 265 0740 12 East Main JACKSON JEWELERS Selections of all types of Pastries and Calces Come down and get a piece Your Friendly Jewelers Columbia Diamonds Get Your Class Rings Here 12 W. Main Street, Grafton, W. Va. Phone 265-1379 AMERICAN NEWS AND STATIONERY American News and Stationers 40 E. Main St. Phone 265-4591 Office Supplies — Papers — Mag. J. LEE EVANS FURNITURE COMPANY 107 West Main Street Grafton, W. Va. Furnishing Homes and Offices Since 1898 GLENN SAPP Congratulations Class of '73 PAINTER'S Your Authorized Keepsake Jeweler Grafton Jewelry Company 25 West Main Street, Grafton, W. Va. W. R. LOAR AND SON Cameras — Film Film Processing Complete Line of Sporting Goods Nationwide Insurance |2| Wes+ Main sw Grafton, W. Va 26354 P.O. Box 484 Grafton, W. Va. Phone 265-1254 Auto — Fire — Life — Hospitalization JAN'S BEAUTY PALACE Distinctive Hair Styles Competent Hair Stylists 101 E. Main Street, Grafton, W. Va. Phone 265-0249 LOAR JEWELRY COMPANY Art Carved Diamond Rings Main Street Phone 265-3305 Grafton, W. Va. U.S. Rt. 50 142 BROWN MOTOR SALES INC. CONGRATULATIONS To The Graduating Class Of 1973 Phone 265-0433 Chrysler, Plymouth, Valiant, Dodge Cars and Trucks CHRYSLER CORPORATION Plymouth • Dodge • Chrysler • Imperial GRAFTON APPAREL MANUFACTURING COMPANY Blouses and Dresses by Vera Riverside Drive Grafton, W.Va. BALTIMORE AND OHIO RAILROAD RUNNER’S FLORIST 215 Maple Avenue Phone 265-0244 Grafton, W. Va. Th Finest in Flowers POLING'S UNION 76 228 West Main St. Grafton, W. Va. Phone 265-9853 TOM BARTLETT Compliments of . . . BOLYARD'S ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES WHITE FRONT Contracting and Electrical Supplies Telephones: 265-1407 Shop 265-2257 Home 33 West Main Street Grafton, W. Va. Compliments Of . . . RANDOLPH-FORD PITT SHOES FOODLAND 57 West Main St. Grafton, W. Va. Family Shoe Store Phone 265-3664 Compliments of . . . TAYLOR COUNTY SUPPLY EoUITaBLE GAS COMPANY Hardware, Plumbing and Electrical Supplies 1 17 West Main Street Grafton, W. Va. 245 West Main Street Phone 265-3456 Owner — MRS. RAMORE H. COOPER CHUCK'S BORON SERVICE JEANIES BEAUTY SHOP We specialize in tune-ups and brake work Route 73 17 Beech Street Grafton, W. Va. Phone 534-3532 IKE’S TIRE SERVICE V.F.W. Your Local Firestone Dealer Recreation Vehicles V.F.W. Post 3081 209 West Main Street Grafton, W. Va. THE MEMORIAL CITY BUILDER'S SERVICE AND SUPPLY CO. INC. TASTEE FREEZE 146 Country Club Road P.O. Box 485 Grafton, W. Va. 26354 Phone: 265-3280 265 3286 HOAGIES Big Tee Burger 50 Flavor Shakes Route 50 Grafton, W. Va. JENKINS CLEANERS WEAVER BROS. American Service Route 50 and Railroad Street Phone 265-3161 BIGGIES Route 50 Grafton, W. Va. Hamburgers — 25£ 9 r French Fries — 25$ THE CAROLYN JACKSON DANCE STUDIO A Complete Education In Dance Class — Semi-Private and Private Instruction Carolyn Jackson — Instructor and Owner 215 Walnut St. Phone 265 4386 265 0509 GODWIN AND SHAFFER INC. U.S. Route 50 and St. Charles Street PHONE 265-1193 Grafton, West Virginia 147 Maytag ST. REGIS PAPER COMPANY CONTAINER DIVISION 148 P.O. Box 38 Grafton, West Virginia 26354 Telephone 304 — 265-2140 STATE FARM INSURANCE BEN FRANKLIN 5 and 10 John M. Keener— Frank M. Faulkner Grafton, W. Va. State Farm Car Finance Plan THEREXALL STORE Malones Pharmacy Your Money Buys More in a Real Drug Store Open 9 to 9 Every Day Grafton, W. Va. The Store With The Personal Touch 16 W. Main Phone 265-0102 149 J. C. PENNEY CO., INC. Four Ways To Buy Cash! Layaway! Charge! Catalog! Always First In Quality Compliments Of . . . MARRY ELLEN'S BEAUTY SALON CATO Latest in fashions 150 next door to Malones Main St. Grafton McCRORYS 265-0306 Grafton's Complete Variety Store EDDIES CASH MARKET Fresh Meat — Groceries 122 Yates Avenue Phone 265-1590 Grafton, W. Va. WILSON FLORIST STEINBECK'S ESSO SERVICE CENTER Phone 265-0298 Grafton, W. Va. 8 East Pike Street Grafton, W. Va. Bonded Member Of Florists' Transworld Delivery Association Complete Esso Service Phone 265-3043 PARRISH AGENCY INC. Real Estate — Mortgage Loans ARMY ROTC Leadership and Managerial Training Financial Assistance Travel 227 West Main Street Grafton, W. Va. Phone 265-1333 For Details . . . Or Write . . . See Your Guidance Counselor FISHER DRUGS Professor of Military Science West Virginia University Morgantown, W. Va. 26506 60 West Main Street Phone 265-3050 For All Drug Store Items Try Fisher's First KALO MOTORS INC. Sales and Service Buick — Chevy — Olds — Pontiac — Jeep Riverside Drive Grafton, W. Va Best of Luck '73 Grads THOROFARE MARKET Rt. 50 and i 19 Intersection We Give S H Green Stamps 152 DEEM’S OWNER INWOOD RESTAURANT U.S. Route 50 Thornton, W. Va. 26440 • .A . .