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

Text from Pages 1 - 168 of the 1974 volume:

RE-ECHO GRAFTON HIGH SCHOOL GRAFTON, WEST VIRGINIA School Officials Board of Education K. GODWIN C. BENNETT JR. W. CATHER M. MURPHY W. WEAVER Superintendent of Schools PAULC. BARTLETT W GOODWIN J. HEAVENER Principal Vice-Principal ♦. • • • � !• • J • • '•if « • K ♦ • • • i § � r� • a I a I « i • a � If • • EDWARD WHITESCARVER CHARLES CATHER Aides and Secretaries S. TURNER M. GOUGH I). HADDIX B. JACOBS LBEAVERS E. DUCKWORTH (Unphotographed) — — Edward Augustus Whitescarver Retiring Principal Of Grafton High School Wc, the students of Grafton High School wish to express our sincere appreciation to Mr. Whitescarver for his many years of service to Grafton High School. Mr. Whitescarver was born in Pruntytown, West Va. His parents were the late Edward M. and Lcnora Borte Whitescarver. He is married to the former Anna Benda. Being the father of a son, John Edward, he understands our trials and problems. He has worked as Administrator of Grafton High School for the past 14 years. Prior to coming to Grafton High School he taught at Flemington High School. He was Senior Advisor for 22 years and also taught English, French and World History. He has an AB from Alderson-Broaddus College and West Va. Wesleyan College. He received his M.A. Degree from West Va. University in 1940 and has also done Post Graduate work at West Va. University. He is a veteran of World War II having served as a Lieutenant in the AUS Infantry from 1942 to 1945. He has membership in the National Education Association, National Association of Secondary School Principals. West Va. Education Association, West Va. Secondary School Principals Commission and is a past president of the Taylor County Education Association. He is a past president of the Grafton Kiwanis Club. He is Americanism Officer Taylor County Post 12 of the American Legion; District Chairman of the American Legion Oratorical Contest for five years and has been a member of the City-County Planning Commission for the past twelve years. He is also a member of the Rural Area Development Corporation and a Director of the Tygart Valley Development Association. He holds membership in the Grafton Lodge 15 AF and AM. A. n i|ku� ■ � % ■ • •i� � • • • 1 T • • • ’ He is a past president of Aldcrson Broaddus College Alumni. Mr. Whitescarver is very involved in his church and religion. He is a Deacon in the Beulah Baptist Church and Superintendent of the Sunday School. He has attended Sunday School for 28 years without an absence, and a former Moderator of the Union Baptist Association. He sings Bass in the Gospel Four Male Quartet. He has earned many honors during his life. Some of these are: He graduated from College Cum Laude. He is a member of the West Va. University Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi. He has received the V.F.W. Patriotism award Mr. Whitescarver gave the Veterans Day Address at West Virginia's only National Cemetery 1970. He is also a member of the International Platform Association. Mr. Whitescarver — Retiring Principal Mr Whiccscarvcr at Graduation Exercises Receiving a Gift from Faculty Members During the last feu- days of this school year. Mr. Edward Whitescarvcr was honored by various organizations as he is retiring at the conclusion of 1973 1974. Several of the clubs combined to give him a very colorful sports jacket, and the Student Council presented him with an electric saw. He received plaques at the Senior Band Dinner and FFA Banquet, and during a dinner at a local restaurant, the faculty honored their peer with a gift of luggage. Many complimentary remarks were made in relation to his dedicated years of employment as teacher and principal, at the Commencement Ceremonies by the speaker, U.S. Senator Robert C. Byrd and also by the Taylor County Superintendent of Schools, Paul C. Bartlett. All of these actions confirm a job well done in his years of service as an educator. 1973-74 Teacher Of The Year I don’t remember anything on the day of a test,” is a common statement of the 1973 74 RcEcho Teacher of the Year. Mrs. Be tty Rose Morrison Mrs. Morrison has been teaching social studies at G.H.S. for the past five years. Her teaching career began at Grafton High as band director during 1914 to 1943. Some of the duties as band director were the teaching of student instrumentation throughout the county and also directing elementary school operettas. She then left the teaching profession for two years; she re-entered the field at Grafton Jr. High School as the eighth grade social studies instructor in 1939 where she remained for ten years. Mrs. M” graduated from West Virginia University with a major in music and a minor in social studies, after attending the Grafton Area Schools for her elementary and secondary-education. Student contact and the lasting friendships formed over the years arc the most enjoyable-aspects of teaching.” said Mrs. Morrison. She commented that school is more student oriented than it was 20 to 30 years ago” and that it is more responsive to the student’s demands.” Mrs. Morrison is a very- considerate teacher, and she has always cared about the benefit of the students. She is always full of pep and spirit and always has a smile on her face. Congratulations to Mrs. Morrison who most certainly deserved the honor of the 1973-74 Teacher of the Year. Mrs. Betty Rose Morrison EDWARD BEAVERS — Certified Welding GREG CARTWRIGHT — MA Math DIANE COLEBANK — AB English JOYCE COLEMAN — BA Physics and Chemistry GENE DAVIS — MA Physical Education, History II SHIRLEY DAVIS —AB ARLENE DECKER — MA Business Education HARLEY DONHAM — BS Agricultural Education QAVID ENGLISH — AB Biology KATHY FOX — AB English KENNETH GODWIN — BM Music BARBARA JUDY —MA Counselor 5 CHARLES KELLEY — AB Machine Shop RONALD KITTLE —AB Drivers Education JUDITH KLINE — MA Math BETTY KNOTTS — AB English IVY LOUK — AB Art KATHERINE McCLURE — AB French, World Cultures earl McConnell — ab Band Director JEAN McPHAII. — AB Physical Education BETTY ROSE MORRISON — BA World Cultures CAROL NEWLON — BA English — Drama MARTHA RATLIFF — AB Spanish MARTHA ROSE ROY — AB Typing 6 LYNN RUSSELL Special Education HAZEL SHAVER — AB Home Economics LAWRENCE SPADAFORE — AB Economics — Sociology LAWRENCE I) SPADAFORE — AB American Studies I, Physical Education DONALD SWISHER - AB English JOHN TAKARSH — AB Mechanical Drawing, Industrial Arts JUDITH TAYLOR - AB Math FERN THORN —AB English — Speech JANE TURNER American Studies II, Economic Geography, Consumer Education, Counselor AUSTIN UPTON — American Studies I RUSSELL WALLS — BS Librarian MARGERY WILLIAMS — BS Physical Education. Science 7 CUSTODIANS Don Rutherford, Mad a lie Balducci. and Willis Saucer • I. ±. . -re - -Wj BUS DRIVKRS Row ! B McDaniel, L Husk, G. Barnhart. I) G. Dillon. B Bartlett. Row 2: G Ford. T Peters. K Rosier. C. Phi 111 ns M McWilliams, K Maxwell. B Mayle. M Shackelford. M Summers. Mayle. R . I son Custodian — Charles Stull 10 Valedictorian Honor Students SHERRY ANN BARKER Salutatorian ELIZABETH ANN HINKINS Sherry Barker is Valedictorian of the 1974 graduating class. As would be expected. Sherry is an excellent student She possesses the ability to work diligently and quickly. Her quiet manner and soft spoken voice will be remembered always by those who know Iter. Betty is a girl who is very active in many organizations yet she has succeeded in maintaining Iter grades to that of obtaining the title of Class Salutatorian. Her calmness and levelheadedness enables her to accomplish even the most difficult task SANDRA KAY DONHAM JOYCE ANN RENEAU LINDA SHARON KEENER DAVID WAYNE KNOTTS Versatility and politeness are the chief characteristics of this year’s number three honor student. Linda is active in many clubs and capable of doing only the best in all of them. Linda's high capabilities and willingness to accept responsibility have contributed greatly in bringing her this high honor Keep a smile on your face and love in your heart. is a well known phrase of our fourth place Honor Student David has taken an active part in GHS activities as a leader of several clubs. His persistence in living has paid off well with this high honor Our fifth place honor student for the class of 1974 is Sandy Donham. Hard work and determination arc synonymous to her. Sandy not only strives to do her best, but is also always willing to lend a hand to help others Congratulations and gcxxl luck to Sandy Heir is a girl who is willing to help everyone and to share everything even her title of Honor Student number five With a soft spoken voice. Joyce leads and docs her job well. Everyone will miss her ability to organize. 12 SUSAN KAY COX LESLIE DALE ROGERS GAYLA ANN FORTNEY Susan Cox is the seventh plate scholar in her class. The trademarks of thoughtfulness and politeness have brought this young lady respect and admiration during her years at GHS. A distinctive walk and an aspiring attitude are exceptional characteristics of the number eight honor student Dale has worked diligently for this high honor His inquisitiveness and imagination have inspired others to higher goals. No one could ever take this gal’s place Gayla is known as a leader in any crowd. Her perfcctiycness has gamed-hcr ninth place in her class. Her loyalty and energetic actkSrts -toward the clubs she loves will well be remembered. REBECCA JO DEFENBAUGH Becky takes the honor of tenth place this year. All those associated with her find Becky to be a hard worker and well organized in all her efforts. Becky's outspokenness and honest opinions have caused her to be well liked by all. MICHAEL EDWARD ELLIS The honor of eleventh place goes to Mike. Possessed with the ability to smile, even when things are going bad, Mike is well liked by all his classmates. His humorous manner and witty statements will be missed by all. A warm smile and a cheerful hello are always recognized in our twelfth place scholar. Janice is not only a hard working student, but also an active member of many organizations. Her willingness to cooperate and get things done will certainly be missed at GHS. 13 REBECCA SUE GOUGH MARIA ALICE COOLE EILEEN MARIE HEFFERIN Becky Gough is the thirteenth Honor student in her class. This modest young lady is characterized by her quietness and sincerity. Her efficiency and eagerness to get the job done have brought her high honors. Determination and a great sense of responsibility have enabled Maria to gain the fourteenth honor position in the Class of 1974 Her athletic ability has gained her many honors, and it will surely be missed in the future at GHS. Eileen Hefferin tied with Maria Goolc for the number fourteen position on our list of honor students. Tins young lady not only excelled in music while at GHS, but also showed outstanding ability in art. Her talents will especially be missed at class tournament time. KATHRYN JANE CLINTON SUSAN JOYCE ENDERLE MARSHALL DUANE KEENER The number sixteen honor student for this year is Kathy. Her ability to adjust quickly is mainly responsible for this honor as she entered GHS in her senior year. A hard worker and a nice gal. she will be missed by those who know her. Whenever in need of a smiling face or a friendly-word one can always depend on Susan. She will always be remembered for her witty remarks and sparkling personality Good luck Susan in your career as a scientific engineer. Last but certainly not least on our list of scholars is Duane. This young man is not only blessed with undeniable determination but also a very witty sense of humor. Besides being involved with many clubs. Duane has been a very determined athlete 14 Class Of 1974 Holly Bledsoe. Sue Musgrovc. Brenda Lore, Jean Mewshaw We Are Great We Have More We’re The Class Of ”74 Jerry Anderson Richard Andrews Randy Annon Jack Austin Louise Baker David Bartlett Sandy Barton Holly Bledsoe Cathy Bolliger Nina Baker Sherry Barker Doug Benedum Ed Bennett together we were on an autumn day sitting on some rocks by the water and I learned of you for the first time even though I had known you before ’am Breedlove Patti Brown Vernon Cathell DeAnne Canfield Maria Coole Sara Cox Susan Cox Tonia Croston Pcnnic Rutherford Cunningham Debbie Current Laura Davis Donna Dawson Homecoming Parade Becky Defenbaugh Sandy Donham 18 Eileen Dougherty Chuck Duckworth i s± Mike Duckworth Aaron Edison Donald Edison Mike Ellis Susan Enderlee James Fisher you, you arc a friend someone to trust someone to believe in needed always by this poor crying soul sorry I can’t give more help more with the problems you have today may seen sad tomorrow may not be so how can we judge? your happiness means much to me let your inner soul shine out i need it to help me thru it will help you too let our friendship never die for then I might not sec things the same let us not forget we are friends TDC Gayla Fortney Joe Garrett 19 Donald Getz Terry Gillespie Becky Gough I live not in myself, but 1 become a portion of that around me; and to me high mountains arc a feeling, and the hum of human cities torture. Byron Donna Harman Betty Hinkins 20 Larry Grinnan John Haddix Bob Hayes Eileen Hefferin Mary Hoover Dave Hussion Kay Isner Soul is feeling depth, the ability to reach someone. It’s being a part of what today is all about. It’s not cool to be Negro or Jewish or Italian or anything else. It’s just cool to be alive, to be around. Aretha Franklin Susan Johnson Husk Jef f Jones Duane Keener Linda Keener 21 Lynn Kelley Margaret Kennedy Bob King Jim Knight Education is a controlling grace to the young, consolation to the old, wealth to the poor, and ornament to the rich. Diogenes Brenda Loar Carolyn Luzadder Terry Knight Dawn Loffler David Knotts Rocky Loughery A. R. Lake Jo Lucas John McCue Bonnie Wolfe McDaniel Cam McDonald Janet McGinnis Christine McPherson Larry McWilliams Jean Mewshaw Robert Moran Sue Musgrove JoEllen Myers Blaine Minney Kim Moats Hussion Mickey Moore Sandy Moore We shall never cease from exploration. And the end of all pur exploring Will be to arrive where we started And know that place for the first time. Mike Neliegh Janice Ncstcr Joe Newcome Tim Newlon Barbara Owens Kathy Paige Diana McCloy Patterson Climb to the threshold of your own beliefs Not with the statements of others but with the footsteps of your own experiences. Rindcr Janet Perks Sheila Phillips Steve Phillips t 25 26 Sandy Pinncll Tom Poling Issac Poling Joyce Reneau Susan Poling Janice Roach Mclvina Poling Jamie Ringler There ain’t no man can avoid being born average. But there ain’t no man got to be common. Satchel Paige Joyce Robinson Lambert Debbie Robinson Becky Samuels Suzanne Shay Rick Robinson Donna Saucer Dale Rogers Teresa Shartz The world is moving so fast these days that the man who says it can’t be done is generally interrupted by someone doing it. Hubbard Diane Shipp Pam Stevens Becky Summers Phil Stevens 27 Susan Swigcr Dave Thompson Kathy Thorp Virginia Poling Swisher Keith Thompson Charles Vanhorn Maribcth Sydcnstrickcr Ron Thorn James Walters I get by with a little help from my friends. Beatles 28 Guy Ward Traces there are traces of wet in water traces of hard in rock traces of tall in mountains traces of sweet in flowers traces of cold in snow-traces of ti mein life traces of love in hate traces of you in menu Connie Weaver Rick Wilt Patty Myottc Morris Roger White Dave Withers Mike Wood Dale Wilson Diane Wolfe Connie Worth r 29 ANDERSON, JERRY ANDREWS, RICHARD WILLIAM — FFA 3,4. ANNON, RANDY MURL — Key Club 4th. Golf Team 1,4. AUSTIN, JACK LYNN — (Pete) BAKER, LOUISE ANN — FHA 1, 2, 3, 4; VP. 4th ATC 2, 3, 4; President 4th. BAKER, NINA BARKER, SHERRY ANN — Homecoming Princess 2nd. Student Council 2; Band 1,2; Majorette 2. Prom Princess 3; FBLA 1, 2, 3, 4. NHS 4th. Class Valedictorian. BARTLETT, DAVID ALLEN JR. — (Dave); Choir 2, 3, 4. Spanish Club 1. All-State Chorus 4th. Stage Crew 3,4. Re-Echo 3, 4. Chess Club 3,4. BARTON, SANFORD JOEL — (Sandy); Spanish Club 1. Chess Club 3, 4. NHS 3, 4. Journalism 4th. Re-Echo 3, 4. St. Govt. Day 3. Pep Club 4th. BENEDUM, DOUG BENNETT, EDWARD EUGENE — (Ed); Student Council 3,4. Trea-surer 4th. Choir 4th. Class Tournaments 1, 2, 3,4. Football 2. BLEDSOE, HOLLY CHRISTINE — Powderpuff 3,4. Tournaments 2, 3. Class Cheerleader 4th. Varsity Cheerleader 2, 3. Keyettes 2, 3, 4. Sophomore Serving Committee. French Club 1, 2, 3. Senior Class Sec. 4th. Pep Club 4th. BOLLIGER, CATHLEEN RENEA — (Peanuts); Spanish Club 1. FBLA 2, 3. FTA 3, 4. Band 1, 2, 3, 4. Pep Band 3. Majorette 3. Field Commander 4th. BOLYARD, GLENN LEE BOYLES, JEFFERY KENT — (Jeff); Football 1. FFA 1, 2, 3, 4. Tournaments 1, 2. BOYLES, MARK DOUGLAS — Football 1, 2, 3, 4. Varsity Club 2, 3, 4. President 4th. Key Club 4th. Tournaments 2, 3, 4. Track 1, 2, 3. Baseball 4th. BRAKE, ROBERT GORDON JR. — (Bob); Band 1, 2, 3, 4. Band Commander 4th. Stage Band 3rd. Key Club 2, 3,4. Choir 4th. BREEDLOVE, PAMELA YVONNE — (Pam); French Club 2, 3. Can-dystriper 3. BROWN, PATTI JO — Powderpuff 1,2. Tournaments 1,2, 3,4. BRADLEY, PARKE CANFIELD, DeANNA RENEE — French Club 1, 2. Sophomore Serving Committee. Pep Club 3, 4. Varsity Cheerleader 3, 4. Co-Head Cheerleader 4th. Keyettes 4th. Homecoming Princess 4th. Prom Princess 4th. Choir 2, 3,4. President 4th. Entertainers 4th. All-State Chorus 4th. CARDER, ROGER LEE — Choir I, 2,3, 4. Spanish Club 1, 2, 4. Bearcat Staff 4. Who’s Who in AM School 2. CATHELL, VERNON M. — (Wildman Lamount); VICA 3, 4. Band 1,2. CLINE, PAULA KNIGHT CLINTON, KATHRYN — (Kathy) COOLE, MARIA ALICE — Powderpuff 1, 2, 3,4. Tournaments 1, 2, 3, 4. Girls Track 3,4. COFFMAN, JOHN VICTOR CORE, CHARLES E. II — VICA 3,4. COX, SARAH KATHRYN — (Kathy); Band 1,2, 3,4. Pep Band 1, 4. Rank Commander 4th. COX, SUSAN KAY — (Susie); Spanish Club 3- Pep Club 3. FTA 3. SHS 4. NHS 4. CROSTON, TONI A GAY — FHA 1, 2, 3, 4. President 3. FBLA 3. Servettcs 4th. CUNNINGHAM. PENNIE RUTHERFORD — Teachers Aide 3. ATC 3,4. VICA 4th. Office Ass’t 4th. FHA 2, 3. UCC 4th. CURRENT, DEBRA KAY — (Deb); Powderpuff 1. Varsity Cheerleader 2, 3. French Club 1, 2, 3,4. Sec. 2. Prom Princess 3, 4. Homecoming Princess 3. Keyettes 3, 4. Pep Club 2, 3. Library Assist. 2. Teachers Aide 3rd. DAVIS, LAURA JOHNETTA — Pep Club 4th. Mixed Chorus 3,4. DAWSON, DONNA JO — Tournaments 1, 4. FBLA 2, 3, 4. Mixed Chorus 4th. Prom Committee 3. DEFENBAUGH, REBECCA JO — (Bee); Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4. Keyettes 3, 4. Corres. Sec. 4th. SHS 3, 4. VP. 3, 4. Tournament Cheerleader 2, 3. Powderpuff 4th. Choir 3,4. Pep Club 2, 3,4. NHS 4th. DILLON, TERRY LEE — FFA 1,3. VICA 4th. DONHAM, SANDRA KAY — (Sandy); Band 1, 2, 3, 4. All Area Band 4th. Rank Leader 4th. Pep Band 1, 2, 4. Band Council 1. Keyettes 2, 3,4. Parliamentarian 4th. NHS 3, 4. Sec. 4th. Sophomore of the Year. Prom Princess 4th. DOUGHERTY, MARGARET EILEEN — (Red); FHA 1. 2, 3, 4. Band 1, 2, 3. Tournaments 1, 4. French Club 3, 4. Valentine Princess 4. Powderpuff 1, 2, 3,4. Office Assist. 4th. DUCKWORTH, CHARLES EBERT - (Chuck); Basketball 1, 2. Key Club 4th. Pep Club 4th. Spanish Club 4th. Chess Club 4th. DUCKWORTH, MICHAEL ROY EDISON, AARON ANTHONY EDISON, DONALD — (Donny); Band 1, 2, 3,4. ELLIS, MICHAEL EDWARD — Football 2nd. Tournaments 2, 4. Track 2nd. Chess Club 3,4. Boys’ State 3rd. Spanish Club 3,4. ENDERLE, SUSAN J. — French Club 3, 4. President 4th. NHS 4th. Powderpuff 4th. FTA 4th. American Legion Orientation Contest Winner 4th. 2nd Place Voice of Democracy. FISHER, JAMES WHITFIELD — Bearcat Editor 4th. Spanish Club 1, 2, 3. Quill and Scroll 4th. NHS 4th. Entertainers 4th. Choir 2, 3, 4. Student Admin. Committee 4th. FORTNEY, GAYLA ANN — NHS 3, 4. SHS 3, 4. President 4th. Choir 2, 3, 4. French Club 3rd. Spanish Club 1, 2,3 Pep Club 2nd. Library Assist. 2nd. Keyettes 3, 4. Reporter 4th. Reg. Director 4th. Who’s Who’s in America. HS 4th. Elks Contest Winner 4th. GARRETT, JOSEPH RICHARD II — (Joe); Basketball I, 2, 3, 4. Track 1. Football 2nd. French Club 3rd. Varsity Club 3, 4. Choir 4th. Tournament Coach 3,4. GETZ, DONALD RAY — (Donnie); FFA 1, 2, 3,4. GILLESPIE, TERRY WILLIAM — Basketball 1. Chess Club 3, 4. Treasurer 3rd. VP 4th. Key Club 4th. Pep Club 4th. Spanish Club. GOUGH, REBECCA SUE — (Becky); Spanish Club 1. Band 1, 2, 3, 4. Pep Band 1, 2, 3. Stage Band 3rd. Re-Echo 3, 4. NHS 3, 4. Powderpuff 1, 2,3, 4. Tournaments 1, 2, 3, 4. GRINNAN, LAWRENCE EDWARD JR. — (Larry); VICA 3,4. HADDIX, JOHN ALAN ( Hondo); Basketball 1, 2. Football 3rd. Track 3rd. Class President 1. Key Club 2, 4. Tournaments 3, 4. Choir 2, 3,4. Choir VP. 4th. Chess Club 4th. HARMAN, DONNA LYNNE — Powdcrpuff 1. FTA 2, 3, 4. French Club 3, 4. Re-Echo 3, 4; NHS 4th. Band 1, 2, 3, 4. Majorette 3, 4. Stage Band 3 Pep Band 1, 2. 1 HAYES, SCOTT HAYES, ROBERT LEWIS— (Bob) HEFFERIN, EILEEN MARIE — Choir 2, 3, 4. All State Chorus 3rd. Choir Officer 4th. Tournament Decorations 1, 2, 3, 4. Powdcrpuff 2, 3, 4. Pep Club 3, 4. Spanish Club 4th. NHS 4th. Prom Committee 3rd, Keyettes 4th. Teachers Aide 4th. Re-Echo 3,4. HINKINS, ELIZABETH ANN — (Betty); Band 1, 2, 3, 4. Majorette 2, 3, 4. Co-Head 4th. Choir 3, 4. Re-Echo 3, 4. NHS 4th. Class Salutato-rian. Spanish Club 1,2, 3- Student Council 2nd. SHS 4th. HOOVER, MARY LOUISE — FHA 1, 2. Powder Puff I, 2. FBLA 2,3, 4. Historian 4th. Scrvcttc 4th. Teachers Aide 3rd. HUSK, SUSAN DIANE JOHNSON — (Suzi); ATC 2, 3, 4. FHA 1, 2. 3. HUSSION, DAVID PATRICK — (Dave); Key Club 4th. Track 2, 3. Varsity Club 2, 3, 4. Chess Club 4th. Football 1, 2, 3, 4. Basketball 4th. Tournaments 4th. ISNER, KAY ANN — Powdcrpuff 3,4. JACKSON, RICHARD KEVIN — (Rick); Student Council 1. Football 1, 2, 3, 4. Basketball 1, 2, 3. Varsity Club 2, 3, 4. Track 1, 2, 3. Baseball 4th. JONES, JEFFERY DALE KEENER, LINDA SHARON — Spanish Club 1, 2. Keyettes 3, 4. NHS 3,4. ATC 3,4. KEENER, MARSHALL DUANE — Football I, 2, 3,4. Track 1, 2, 3,4. Varsity Club 3, 4. Treasurer 3, 4. NHS 4th. Boys’ State 3rd. KEFFER, BEVERLY JO — (Bev); Spanish Club 1, 2. Powdcrpuff 1. Pep Club 2. Tournament Cheerleader 2nd. Prom Princess 4th. KELLEY, CHARLETTA LYNNE KENNEDY, MARGARET CHARLENE — (Peggy); FHA 2, 3, 4. FBLA 4th. KING, ROBERT ALLEN — (Bob); Football 1,2, 3,4. Track 1,2, 3,4. NHS 3, 4. Key Club 2, 3, 4. Tournaments I. Spanish Club 4th. Varsity Club 2, 3, 4. KNIGHT, JAMES EDWIN — (Jim); Football 1, 2, 3, 4. Track 1, 2, 3. NHS 4th. Key Club 2, 3,4. Basketball 4th. Tournaments 1. 2, 3. Varsity Club 2, 3,4. KNIGHT, TERRY LEE — Band 1, 2, 3, 4. Assist. Band Commander 4th. Choir 4th. Golf 1, 2, 3, 4. SHS 3, 4. Treasure 4th. NHS 4th. Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Tournaments. Spanish Club 2, 3, 4. FCA 2, 3. Stage Band 3. KNOTTS, DAVID WAYNE — (Dave); Football 1. FFA 1, 2, 3, 4. Sec. 2nd. President 3, 4. Spanish Club 3rd. Choir 4th. Entertainers 4th. All State Choir 4th. Boys’ State 3rd. NHS 3, 4. President 4th. Re-Echo 4th. Baseball 4th. Student Council 4th. Honor Boy 4th. Who’s Who’s in America 2, 3. LAKE, ARNOLD RAY LAMBERT, JOYCE ROBINSON — FHA 1, 2. Pep Club 3,4. ATC 3, 4. LANTZ, SARA ANN LOAR, BRENDA KAY — Keyettes 3, 4. VP. 4th. French Club 1, 2, 3. Pep Club 2, 3, 4. Class President 2, 3, 4. Powdcrpuff 1, 2, 3, 4. Re-Echo 3, 4. Tournaments I, 2, 3, 4. All Tournament 1, 2. 3, 4. Prom Princess 4th. Prom Queen. LOAR, WILLIAM ROBERT — (Bill); Basketball Manager 1. Tournament 1, 2, 3. Basketball 2nd. Football 3rd. Track 3rd. LOFFLER. HELEN DAWN — Pep Club 2nd. FHA 3, 4. Powderpuff 1,2, 3,4. ATC 4th. LOUGHERY, DARRELL LYNN — (Rocky); Football 1, 2, 3, 4. Basketball 1. Track 1, 2, 3. Baseball 4th. Tournaments 2, 3. All Tournaments 3rd. Chess Club 3,4. Varsity Club 3,4. VP 4th. Key Club 4th. LUCAS JO ETTA — Pep Club 2, 3. FHA 1, 2, 3, 4. President 4th. Powderpuff 2, 3,4. FBLA 4th. ATC 4th. Sweetheart Queen 4th. LUZADDER. CAROLYN LOUISE — FBLA 1st. LYONX, SUSAN GAY — FHA 1,4. ATC 3,4. Basketball 3rd. McCUE JR , JOHN WILLIAM — Football 4th. Basketball Manager 2, 3,4. Baseball Manager 1th. Track Manager 3,4. Spanish Club 3,4. Treasurer 4th. NHS 4th. FFA 1, 2, 3,4. V. President 3rd. Treasurer 4th. FCA 2, 3. Varsity Club 3,4. Chess Club 3,4. WOLFE (McDANlEL), BONNIE JEAN — Pep Club 2, 3, 4. ATC 2nd. Varsity Cheerleader 3rd. Prom Princess 3rd. Tournament Basketball 3. Tournament Cheerleader 4th. McDaniel, moe larry francis — vica 3,4. McDonald. CAM ELMIRA SANTY — Office Asst. 4th. VICA 4th. Library Asst. Tournament 1, 2,4. SHING, JANET SUE McGINNIS — Powderpuff 4th. Teachers Aide 3rd. Office Asst. 4th. McINTYRE, CHARLES ALEN McPherson, Christine chris McVICKER III, JOSEPH WARDEN McWilliams, larry paul — choir 1,2,3,4. MALONE, ROBERT WILLIAM — (Bob); Football 1, 2, 3, 4. Basketball 2nd. Track 1, 2, 3,4. Class Tournament 3,4. Varsity Club 3,4. Key Club 3,4. President 4th. MAULLER, FRANKIE ANDERSON MAYLE, DENNY DEWAYNE — VO AG 1, 2. MAYLE, MARILYN KAY MAYLE, MARK ANTHONY — Football 1. Track 1. UICA 3,4. MAYLE, MICHAEL TIMOTHY — VICA 3,4. MEWSHAW, JEAN ANN — Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, 4. SHS 3, 4. Class Tournament 1, 2, 3,4. Powderpuff 1. 2, 3,4. Keyettes 3,4. Re-Echo 2, 3, 4. Class VP l, 2, 3,4. Pep Club 2, 3, 4. Girls Track 3, 4. Historian 4. All Tournament 1, 2, 3,4. MILLER. LAWRENCE RICHARD MINNEY, BLAINE WILLIAM — Football 1, 2, 3, 4. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. Track 1, 2, 3, 4. NHS 3, 4. Student Council 1. Choir 3, 4. All State 3, 4. Entertainers 4th. All Big Ten, Defensive 4th. Half Back 4th. Boys’ State 3rd. Chess Club 3, 4. Varsity Club 2, 3, 4. FCA 1, 2, 3. Resident 3, 4. Key Club 3,4. Sec. 4th. MOATS, KIMBERLY KAY — Varsity Cheerleader 2, 3. FBLA 1, 2, 3, 4. VP. 3rd. President 4th. Valentine Princess 4th. Class Cheerleader 4th. Student Council 3. Choir 3, 4. MOORE, MICKEY LEE MOORE, SANDRA JOYCE MORAN JR., ROBERT EUGENE — (Bugsy); VICA. MORRIS, PATRICIA ANN MYOTTE — Powderpuff 1, 2, 3,4. MUSGROVE, SUE ANN — Powderpuff 1, 2, 3, 4. Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4. Tournament Cheerleader 1, 2, 3,4. FBLA 3,4. Class Treasurer 2, 3,4. Prom Princess 3,4. Band 1. Homecoming Princess 4th. MAYERS, JOAN ELLEN NELIGH, MICHAEL JOHN — (Mike); Football 3, 4. Track 3rd. Varsity Club 3,4. FCA 3rd. NESTOR, JANICE KAYE — FHA 2nd. ATC 3, 4. FBLA 3, 4. Club Reporter 4th. NEWCOME, JOE ALLEN — Chess Club 3rd. Pep Club 4th. Spanish Club 4th. Key Club 4th. NEWLON, TERRY ALLEN NEWLON, TIM ROY NE2UM, DEBORA OWENS, BARBARA LEE PAIGE, KATHRYN ELLALENA — (Kathy); Spanish Club 1. Powderpuff 1. Band 1, 2, 3,4. Banner Carrier 3rd. Rank Commander 4th. PATTERSON, DIANA LYNN McCLOY — Class Tournament 1. FBLA 1,2, 3,4. FHA 1,2, 3. PERKS, JANET ELAINE — (Jan); FHA 1, 2. ATC 2, 3, 4. Office Assist. 4th. PHILLIPS, SHEILA SUE — (Susie); Spanish Club 1. Powderpuff 1. Choir 2, 3,4. Entertainers 3,4. PHILLIPS, STEVEN REESE — (Steve); Band 4th. Assist. Band Commander 4th. Choir 2, 3,4. Entertainers 3,4. PINNELL, SANDRA ANN — (Sandy); Powderpuff 3rd. POLING JR., ISAAC DOW POLING, MELVINA PERAL POLING, SUSAN WYNNE — (Suzi); Band 1, 2, 3, 4. Rank Commander 4th. Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Powderpuff 1, 2, 3, 4. Pep Band 1, 2, 4. Tournaments 2, 3. Kcyettes 3, 4. Treasurer 4th. Choir 3, 4. Candy Striper 3rd. All State 4th. NHS 4th. SHS 4th. Pep Club 3rd. PRICE, CONSTANCE JILL SAPP RENEAU, JOYCE ANN — Spanish Club 1, 2. SAE 2, 3, 4. Sec. 3rd. President 4th. Band 1, 2, 3, 4. Student Council 3rd. Assist. Rank Commander 4th. NHS 3,4. VP. 4th. Keyettcs 2, 3,4. Sec. 4th. Pep Band 1, 2, 4. Candy Striper 3rd. RINGLER, JAMI LYNN ROACH, JANICE DARLENE — French Club 1, 2, 3. Treasurer 3rd. Band 1, 2, 3- FBLA 3, 4. Treasurer 4th. NHS 3, 4. Treasurer 4th. Homecoming Princess 2nd. Tournament Cheerleader 2, 3. Servette 4th. Powderpuff 1, 2. ROBINSON, DEBRA KAY — (Ding-a-ling); FHA 3rd. Mixed Choir 3rd. VCC 4th. ROBINSON, RICKY RAY ROBINSON, JOYCE ANN ROGERS JR., LESLIE DALE - French Club 1, 2, 3, 4. VP. 3rd. Key Club 4th. Chess Club 3, 4. Choir 4th. NHS 4th. National Cemetery Essay Winner. 2nd Place. ROGERS, GEORGE PYILLIP SAMEUL, REBECCA ANN — (Becky); Spanish Club 1, 2. Library Assist. 2nd. SAPP, KENNETH ALLEN SACUER, DONNA JOYCE SCHOOLEY, HOWELL ANN MARY SHACKELFORD, DAVID JAMES SHAFER, NOLAR JAMES SHARP, EVANGELINE ROSE — (Resic); FHA 1, 2, 3. FBLA 2, 3, 4. ATC 3,4. Teachers Aide 4th. SHARTZ, TERESA ANN — Spanish Club 1, 2. Library Assist. 2, 3. Candy Striper 3rd. Teachers Aide 4th. National Honor Society 4th. Variety Show 3rd. SHAY, SUZANNE — Homecoming Princess 1st. Spanish Club 1. Powderpuff 1, 2, 3, 4. Tournament Cheerleader 1. Tournament Basketball 1, 2, 3. Sophomore Serving Committee 2nd. Prom Princess 3rd. Student Council 1, 2, 3. Sec. and Treasurer 3rd. Concert Choir 3, 4. Entertainers 4th. Keyettcs 2, 3. Treasurer 3rd. Varsity Cheerleader 2, 3, 4. Head Cheerleader 4th. SHIPP, SIANE MARIE — Powderpuff 2, 3, 4. ATC 3, 4. FBLA 4th. Pep Club 2, 3. Teachers Aide 3rd. Office Assist. 4th. FHA 1, 2, 3, 4. Library Assist. 4th. SMALLWOOD, DAVID LEE — Spanish Club 1. Band 1, 2, 3. Key Club 2, 3,4. Choir 4th. STEVENS, PAMELA KAY — (Pam); French Club 1, 2, 3, 4. FBLA 2, 3. Variety Show 2, 3. Choir 4th. Library Assist. 2nd. Teachers Aide. 3, 4. Student Council 4th. Voice of Democracy 3rd. STEVENS, PHILLIP LYNN — Choir 1,2, 3,4. FFA 2,4. STURM, THOMAS EDWIN — (Lerey); Key Club 1, 2, 3,4. VP. Student Council 4th. Tournament Basketball I, 2, 3, 4. Football 1, 2, 3, 4. Track 1, 2. Choir 4th. Homecoming Escort 3rd. SUMMERS, REBECCA FAYE — (Becky); French Club 1, 2, 3. ATC 3, 4. Powderpuff 2, 3,4. SWIGER, SUSAN ANN — (Sugar Bear); Spanish Club 2, 3. Pep Club 1, 2, 3. NHS 4th. Powderpuff 2, 3,4. Track 3rd. Cheerleader 3, 4. Tournament. Homecoming Queen 4th. Servette 4th. FHA 1, 2. SWISHER, VIRGINIA ANN POLING — Powderpuff I. FHA 1, 2, 3. ATC 3,4. FBLA 4th. SYDENSTRICKER, MARIBETH — (Beth); Band 1, 2, 3, 4. Rank Commander 4th. Pep Club 2nd. FBLA 2, 3, 4. French Club I, 2. Teachers Aide 3rd. Servette 4th. Pep Band 3rd. TAYLOR, JOHN NELSON THOMPSON, DAVID EUAN — Band 1, 2, 3, 4. Choir 2, 3, 4. NHS 4th. Entertainers 4th. THOMPSON, KEITH LYLE — (Keith); VICA 3,4. THORN, RODNEY LEE— Basketball. VICA 1. THORN, RONALD MAC THORP, KATHY JO — Powderpuff 1, 2, 3, 4. FBLA 2, 3, 4. Pep Club 1,2, 3,4. VANHORN, CHARLES DAVID — FFA 2, 3,4. WALTER JR , JAMES A. — (Beartrap); VO-AG 3,4. WARD, GUY EDWARD — French Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Chess Club 3, 4. President 4th. FCA 1, 2, 3. Track 1, 2. Football 2nd. Choir 4th. Bearcat Staff 4th. Stage Band 3rd. WEAVER, CONNIE JEAN — NHS 4th. Spanish Club I, 2, 3. Sec. 1, 3. Keyettes 2, 3. Sec. 3rd. President 4th. Powderpuff 1, 2, 3, 4. Tournament Basketball 1, 2. Band 1, 2, 3,4. Majorette 3rd. Head Majorette 4th. Choir 3, 4. Entertainers 3, 4. Re-Echo 3,4. Class Secretary 1, 3. All State Choir 4th. WHITE, ROGER FRANKLIN — Football 1, 2. Track 1, 2. Spanish Club 3rd. Tournament Basketball 2, 3, 4. Chess Club 3rd. Sec. 4th. Student Council 2nd. WILLIAMS, STEPHEN ALLEN — (Herman); Football 1, 2, 3, 4. Basketball Manager 3, 4. Track I, 2, 3. Track Manager 4th. Baseball Manager 4th. FCA 1, 2, 3- Varsity Club 3,4. WILSON JR., DALE — (Tec); Chess Club 3,4. WILT, RICHARD WAYNE — (Rick); Football 1. Track 1. Chess Club 3,4. FBLA 2nd. FCA 1. WITHERS, DAVID JAMES — (Dave); VO-AG 2, 3. VICA 1, 2. WOLFE, DANIEL RILEY — Student Council. President 4th. Chess Club 3,4. Golf Team 4th. Junior-Senior Prom WOLFE, DIANNA MARIE WOOD, DENNIS M. — (Mike); VO-AG 2, 3. WORTH, CONNIE SUE — Student Council 1. FBLA 2, 3, 4. Pep Club 2, 3, 4. President 4th. Tournament Cheerleader 1, 2, 3, 4. Library Assist. 1, 2, 4. Powdcrpuff 3, 4. Homecoming Princess 3rd. Prom Princess 3,4. WRIGHT, JAMES PAUL Provisional Graduates Spenser, Kcrmit Knotts, Elwood Jr. Grinnan, Lawrence Jr. Champs for 4 years. Look at the new board. Joyce Boylen Mark Bradley Martha Bradley Al Brake Bob Brown Rocky Brown Kathy Buckwalter Linda Leach, Pres.; Kim Ludwick. Kathy Buckwalter, Marcia Sturm. Hllisa Canfield Donald Carpenter Paul Bartlett (Shinglcton) Pam Bennett Sharlc Bennett Joyce Boggs Eric Andrews Keith Andrews Ginger Austin Jeff Bair Patty Barthclcmy Sharon Clerkins Cindy Core Della Dalton Richard Davies Danny Dunham Linda Elsey Kay Flohr Donna Fortney Diana Freeze 34 Doug Gainer Marvin Gclhouscn Diane Gerard Kathy Goff John Grob Paul Grow Lynn Hardman Kim Haskins Patty Hefferin joe Heinzman Brenda Henderson Mike Henderson Tim Hole Carol Hovatrer Kathy Hussion Mettiejatkson Srescjonnmgs David Johnson 35 Richard Kerns Brenda Irach Tom Lucas Ernie Mayle Shelia McCue Kay Kincs Linda Leach Kim Ludwick Teresa Mayle Debbie McDaniels Mike Knight Kim Litzinger Bob Lyons Keith McCauley Wilda McDaniel Becky Moore David Morasco Terry Morris Brenda Peters Teresa Peters Rick Pisino Doug Pratt Tom Reneau Priscilla Reel Jim Riffle Bill Rogers Nancy Rosier Vickie Roy Kathy Rutherford Kim Sander Debra Satterfield 37 Shoot ’em dead. Way to go. 38 David Varner Mary Walter Sandy Ward Doug Warder Mike Ware Teresa Wiseman Randy Withers Robbie Wittman Cindy Wolfe Vickie Wright Lonnie Wyatt Janette Young Roy Young Fred Zinn 39 Rick Alien Bill Arvidson Larry Barnes Wayne Beall Brenda Bennett Pam Biggins Gary Bjomdahl Brent Black Will Bledsoe Donna Boicc Linda Bolyard Pam Bolyard Cathy Boyce Craig Boyles Suzanna Brummett Joe Brum mage Anita Campbell Tara Campbell Frances Carlye Julie Caruso Cathy Catania Srarla Cathell Jeff Collins Tim Corrothers Douglas Crews Paul Cross Bcv Dalton Debbie Davis Alice Deakins Jeff Dillon Patty Donham Carol Drake Bruce Drummond Leslie Ellis 40 Chris Endcrle Paul Estcl Rita Exlinc Beverly Farancc Roger Freeze Brenda Frey Valerie Frey Glenn Gaines Rocky Gall Janet Gallahcr Jim Garrett Kim Gerkins Michelle Gerkins Rick Glass Gregg Goff Lynn Gough Eric Grob Fred Haines Jim Havenner Teresa Hayes Cher Haymond Mike Hebb Susan Henderson Jonnette Hoban Larry Fleshcr Brad Floyd Bill Freeze Jeff Freeze Kathy Boyce — See.. Charlie Johns — Pres . Bev Knotts — Treas., Keith Taylor — V. Pres. Ron Hunt Erica Hunter Jim Isner Trina Jackson George Genkins Charley Johns Nyla Keener Anna Kennedy Brenda Kirby Jim Kirpatric Bob Kisner Susan Kline Beverly Knotts Robert Knotts Brady Knotts Becky Kuhn Debbie Lantz Mark Latta Randy Lay field Bruce Leonard Brenda Umbers Martha Loffler Terry Hill Dave Holt Kim Hovattcr Brenda Loughery Barbara Lowe Randy Lynch Dennis Malone Patty Marguess Nothing in education is so astonishing as the amount of ignorance it accumulates in the form of inert facts. 42 Missy Mason Ken Mayle Fat Mayle Glen Me Bee Rick McCourt Pam McCue Betty McDonald Sheldon Mcle Susan McIntyre Ken McMullan Ronda McWilliams Nancy Mewshaw Ron Moats Tammy Moran Cheryl Morgan Diane Morgan Jeff Morgan Rick Myers Barbara Poling Jeff Poling Loretta Poling John Pamraping Mike Pratt Robin Moore Marilyn Pysel Darlene Reed Teresa Reed Tom Reed Dave Reel Bill Reneau winter is equal to confinement in my mind, give me spring Freedom me 43 Bradley Richards Mark Robinson Melissa Robinson John Rosier Jerry Ross Rickey Ross Ellen Russel Debra Rutherford Jack Sapp George Schaefer Matthew Sciegaj Robin Scroggs Roger Sctlcr Bob Shackleford Debbie Shaffer Jill Shafer Bill Shartz Dirk Shaw Jim Shingleton Anita Shoemaker Sonya Shriver Betty Shumaker Rodney Slaton Jenny Smith Farrell Snyder Debra Spring Ron Stalnaker Mike Stevens Cathy Stozenfcltz Nancy Streets 44 Kenny Sturm Mark Sturm Eddie Swisher Ruth Swisher Donnie Swisher Patty Swisher Penny Tansill Keith Taylor Paul Taylor Emma Tenny Susan Thomas Jim Thorp Greg Toothman BobTrickett Danny Turner Chris Varner Richard Westerman Debbie Wilt Jerry Wolfe Diana Woods Mike Reed 45 Judy Abel Richard Abel Denise Allen Mike Anderson Steven Andrews Donna Arvidson Dena Austin Patty Ayersman Robbie Bair Donna Banhelamy Glen Bartlett Doris Beaty Darrel Bennett Denise Bennett Denise Bennett Debbie Bcvcrland Debbie Berlin Bill Biggins Polly Bittle Verna Boggs Bill Boice Eddie Bolyard Sherri Bolyard Pat Bourne Debbie Boyce Leslie Boyles Kathy Boyles Constance Bradford Eric Bradley Willard Brown, Jr Susie Bruner Donna Cain Jim Campbell Katereni Onfield James Order Randy Cathell Debbie Cx bb Roseann Cole Carl Cox Randy Cox Chuck Criss Randy Culberson Tami Current Rita Dalton Rose Dalton Timmy Dalton Terry Davies Tammy Davis Leanna Dean Jack Dempsey Mike Dickey Cathy Donham Rich Doughtery Mimi Duckworth Micah Edison Jean Findley Dorothy Freeze Debbie Gainer John Gatski Tim Gerard Gary Gillespie Kim Goodwin Virginia Gough George Gower Debbie Gray Roberta Grimm Sally Grinnan Mark Guthrie Judy Haines Georgia Haller Cheryl Haymond Charlene Harman Debbie Harman Jim Han Dave Hostler Mark Hulley Danny Hunt Sandy Isner Keith Jaco Dec Dec Jones Susie Kccfover Mary Keener Chip Kepple Pres. — Dee Dee Jones, Vice-Pres. Cole, Treas Terring Skinner Jeff Haskins John Hawkins Kim Hayes Louis Henderson George Hickman Brenda Holt Mark Holt Janet Hose Randy Stockett, Sec. Rose Ann 47 Tom Kirtpatrick Fred Knight Candy Knotts Daphenc I amb Jody Ijmbert Zcna Lambert Doug Latta Mike Lucas Debbie Miller Stepheny Minney Richard Mooney Gary Moore Ronnie Moran Toni Moran Donnie Morgan French Class Puppet Show 48 Mike Poling Rick Poling Steve Poling Patty Poole James Raschella Gloria Reed Tim Retherford David Robinson Tony Robinson Charles Rogers Mark Roy Freeman Runner Rita Runner Flora Sapp John Sapp David Sthmuck Mark Sciegaj Lorita Scott Ralph Scott Jaye Sessions French I Class Kimberly Sctler Burl Shaffer Gary Shaffer Patty Shaffer Ralph Shaffer Teresa Shaw Julie Shay Barbara Snyder Tish Spadafore Sheila Spencer Randy Stockett David Sturms Lee Ann Swigcr Andy Swisher Tim Taylor Diana Thompson Rodney Tingler Anna Thorn Jeri Trickett Joy Trickett Debbie Tucker Tim Tucker 49 mi € Richard Workman Tom Wonh Priscilla Wyatt An acquaintance that be compliment is sure to friendship. Bunny Tyler Jimmy Utt Charles Warder Tcri Waters John Watkins Laura Weaver Anita Wcidlich Percy Wilfong Carol Williams David Williams Richard Williams Susan Williams Nancy Wiseman Mike Withers Mike Wolf Charlie Wolfe Colleen Wolfe Tedd Wolfe Barbara Wood Buddy Wood Martha Workman Clear the runway. Hi, Santa On your mark. Come on baby, do the locomotion. 50 51 1973 Football Row 1 Dave Hussion. John McCue, Bob King. Mark Boyles, Bob Malone. Tom Scurms, Blaine Minney, Rick Jackson. Rocky Loughery, Jim Knight. Duane Keener, Steve Williams. Row 2: Rick Myers, Brent Black. Fred Haines. Doug Taylor. Doug Pratt, Rick Pisino, Tom Reneau, John Corio, Steve Tresslcr, Jack Sapp, Paul Cross. Row 3: Manager — Craig Boyles. Coach — G. Davis, Coach — R Kittle, Greg Toothman, Jerry Wolfe, Charlie Johns, Kenny Sturms, Jim Garrett. Randy Layfield, Ron Hunt, Jeff Freeze, Coach — D. Swisher, Coach — A. Upton, Manager — Kenny Maylc. Manager — Gary Baker WE THEY Aug. 31 Philip-Barbour 22 20 Sept. 7 Bridgeport 15 20 Sept. 14 WI 19 13 Sept. 21 West Fairmont 6 35 Sept. 28 Buckhannon-Upshur 0 28 Oct. 5 Lewis Co. 15 18 Oct 12 East Fairmont 8 30 Oct. 19 Morgantown 7 34 Oct. 26 Shinston 14 14 Nov. 1 Elkins 15 34 G. Davis. R. Kittle, D Swisher, A Upton Row l Jeff Haskins. Rich Dougherty. T«m Taylor. Chuck Warder. David Sturms. Richard Williams. Tom Kirkpatrick. Row 2: Terring Skinner. Randy Cox, Chuck Chris, Randy Stockctt, Keith Jaco. Row 3 Fred Knight. Chip Kepple, Jack Dempsey. Buddy Wood. Row 4: Coach Upton 52 S TRESSLER R LOUGHRY B MINNEY ■ '. • . r A i .la. B MALONE R PISINO R JACKSON J CORIO R MOATS J KNIGHT 53 1973-1974 Varsity Kneeling: Keith Taylor, Managers — Jerry Wolfe and John McCuc, Standing: Rick Jones. Blaine Minney, Mark Robinson. Mike Knight. Ron Moats, (ieorge Jenkins, Bruce Leonard. A R Lake, Joe Garrett. Tom Reed. Roger Seller. Mike Ware and Coach Butch Haswell The 1973-1974 basketball season was very successful. A new coach seemed to bring a new' atmosphere to GHS. It also seemed to lift the school spirit. There were two attractions at GHS basketball games this year; one was the much improved play of the team and the other was the antics of Coach Butch Haswcll, he would take off his tie and then coat and then he would immediately roll up his sleeves. Coach didn't seem to be- at ease unless he had a towel to throw around and knot up. In There The highlight of the 73-74 season was the Bearcat victory over the Morgantown Mohigans, who were undefeated and ranked second in the state until they met the Bearcats at Grafton High School gym. The Bearcats defeated the Mohigans 71-64. George Jenkins goes up for two The team and coach both deserve a lot of credit for a job well done. The team finished with an 11-9 record. This was the first time in many years that the Bearcats defeated the Bridgeport Indians, they not only beat them once, but beat them twice. No team beat them more than twice in regular season in many years. A lot of the games the team lost were very close ones. Many were lost in the last few seconds Mike Ware battles his way for a basket 54 The boys gather around as Coach Haswell offers words of encouragement and directions during a time-out. The starting line-up for Grafton varied at the beginning of the season, but Coach Haswdl soon settled on two seniors, one junior, and two sophomores. Joe Garrett and Blaine Minney both had an exceptional year and terminated their varsity career on a fine performance in the sectional tournament. Joe Garrett played outstanding in the tournament and was awarded by being named to the All Tournament Team. Garrett was also named to the All County Team sponsored by the Guardian Blaine Minney was selected to the All County Team, played steady all year round and was awarded to the Honorable Mention All Big Ten Team. Mark Robinson and George Jenkins should continue to perform well in their remaining two years with a year of varsity behind them. Mike Knight showed nothing but hustle and should offer a strong hand in his last year as a Bearcat. MARK ROBINSON GEORGE.IENKINS 1st Five JOE GARRETT BLAINE MINNEY MIKE KNIGHT 55 Sitting Dirk Shaw Kneeling Keith Taylor. Bob Trickctt, Danny Turner, Bob Shackleford. Standing: Joe Heinzman, Dave Holt, Eric Grob, Bruce Leonard, Albert Brake, Tom Reed. Rick Myers Junior Varsit WEL LDML.mtw tMr jl Parent’s Night at Grafton High School, sponsored by the Kcycttcs. Coach Don Swisher dedicated much of his time to the betterment of his Junior Varsity team. The effon spent really paid off as his squad performed well and was the best in several years. 56 Freshmen Kneeling: Louis Henderson. Dave Robinson. Chuck Criss, Standing: Manager — Richard Williams, Tony Robinson, Bill Skaggs. Bill Biggins, Buddy Woods. Eddie Bolyard. Tim Smith, Rich Daughtery, Mike Slavcn, Joedy Lambert, Mark Holly, Randy Stockctt, Coach Austin Upton Freshman Cheerleaders 57 1973-74 Champs — Seniors Row 1 K Isncr. L Shinglcton. J McGinncss. B Loar. D. Shipp. E. Hcffcrin, C Worth, I) Nuzum. Row 2 M. Ncwbrough. P Myotic. N. Baker, M. Maylc. S. Musgrovc. K. Thorp, S. Shay, S Swiger, M (xx le, Row 3 Boggic Gough, J. Lucas. E. Dougherty. B Gough. B. Summers. S. Endcrle, D Loffler, S. Poling, C. Weaver. B. Defenbaugh, H. Bledsoe. J. Mcwshaw. Lcs Loar The outcome of the 1973-74 Powderpuff games was not really a surpise to anyone who attended. The Class of 74 once again used their talent to overpower everybody that stood in their way to gain their fourth victory in as many years of competition. This makes the first class ever to accomplish such a feat since the tournaments have been held. The Jrs., Sophs., and Fresh, all sent out strong teams and should provide good competition for next year’s games. Juniors Row 1 T Maylc. P Hcffcrin, V. Stansberry, B. Leach, S. Bennett, L Sturms, K Buckwalter, K. Hussion. B. Henderson. P Mcnear, K. Haskin, I). Wagner. Row 2 Mr. Malone, D Gerard. I. Leach, J. Powell. M Walters, K. Lambert. P Watkins, K. Lodwick, N. Jackson. K Kines, L. McMastcrs, S. Turner. Mr Myers Sophomore M Robinson, B. Knotts, E. Hunter, P. Donham, R. Moore, S. Custer, E. Russell, J Bledsoe, P. Swisher, Row 2: K Kerns, B. Farancc, S. Shriver. M Mason. S. McIntyre, P Tansill, T. Campbell. IV Kirby. I). Woods, I. Ellis, Row 3: R Williams. J. Shaffer. Karl Mcwshaw. T. Hill. B. Holt. R. McWilliams, D. Davis, N. Mcwshaw, C. Morgan, K Gcrkin, C Haymond, K Boyce, B Bennett. Daryl Seller Freshmen Row I D Allen. I. Swiger, D. Harman. D. Jones. J Shay. T Mason. D Beaty, J Sessions, L. Boyles, S. Minncy, I). Boyles, Row 2 C. Harman. T. Davies, D. Thomp-son, S. Williams, L. Morgan. M Duckworth. R. ('ole, J. Haines, T. Moran. S. Bruner. C. Donham. B. Nestor, Mr. Minncy Row 1; Brenda lz ar, Danny Turner, Terry Knight, Mike Knight. Mike Henderson. Keith Taylor. Rick Robinson. R u 2: Jeff Poling. Advisor — Russel Walls. Golf Team ATC Row I Louise Baker. Diane Wolfe, Row 2: Janice Nestor. Rose Sharp. Diane Shipp. Virginia Swisher. Jo Lucas, I-inda Keener, Row 3: Susan Lyon, Kim Litzinger. Joyce Robison. Dawn Lofflcr. Becky Summers, Row 4: Susan Husk, Marcia Sturm, Denise Turoczy, Susan Henderson, Dcnnine Setler, Vickie Wright. Debbie Satterfield 59 Girl s Track Row 1: Brenda Leach, Jean Mewshaw. Nancy Mewshaw, Jane Powell. Deb Satterfield. Deb Harman. Row 2: Jo Lucas, Diane Gerard, Linda Leach, Kim Turner, Susan Williams. Priscilla Mcnear, Row 3: Lee Ann Swigcr. Linda Edsey, Pam Watkins, Maria Coolc. Tish Spadaforc, Patti Heffcrin, Erica Hunter This year’s track team represented Grafton High School to the utmost of their ability. They had an undefeated record with the help of Jim Satterfield, Duane Leach, and Dick Steadman as coaches. This year they set many school records and gave the students a reason to be proud to have a Girl’s Track Team. The frog of Taylor County. 60 Boy’s Track Row l: Coach Davis, John Corio, Ken Sturms, Steve Tressler, Rick Pisino, Doug Pratt Jerry Wolfe, Row 2 Duane Keener, Gary Bjoumdahl. Bob King, Rocky Gall, John Pomcraning, Jeff Freeze. Ron Moats, Brent Black, Bill Arvidson, Bob Kisncr, Jim Havcaner. John Rosier, Dave Holt. Row 3 Mike Stevens, Bill Rcneau Doug Taylor. Rick Myers. Jim Garrett, Greg Toothman, Tcrring Skinner. Randy Cox. Keith Jaco, Charles Warder, Ken McMullen, Tim Tucker, Jon Murphy. Row 4 Jeff Haskins. Tim Taylor. Doug Bennett. Chuck Chris. Buddy Woods. Tim Gerard. Mark Hulley, Rich Doughtery, Ed Bolyard. Bill Skaggs 61 Salute To Coach Davis The entire school is deeply saddened by the departure of Coach Gene Davis. When a chaperone was needed for a dance or a faculty member had to be present for a school function, he was always there. In class he liked to joke but only so far. Discipline was always enforced by him. The Coach” said while he was at Grafton High School he enjoyed most, beating Lewis County and Fairmont West in football in 1973. He also enjoyed dances and proms. He said that the participation of students in so many extracurricular activities and the desire of students to learn most impressed him while he was here. Mr. Davis graduated from Jane Lew High School in 1958, he received his AB degree from Glenville State College and he received his masters degree, from W. Va. in 1971. Mr. Davis will take over the post of principal of Tera Alta High School starting in the fall. Mr. Gene Davis Rocky Loughry seems to be very sure of the outcome of this game Joe Garrett tried just a little bit too hard. The game between the Texas Cowgirls and the men Faculty of GHS was enjoyed by all who saw it. Mark Robinson is all smiles after hitting his home run in this game and having a standout performance from the mound. Rick Jackson is stopped by a WI opponent. Baseball Row 1: Jim Knight, Dave Hussion, John Corio, Rick Jones, Mark Boyles, Dave Knotts, Chip Kepplc, Rocky Loughry, Row 2: Joe Heinzman. Mike Maylc. Jack Dempsey, Tom Reed, George Jenkins, Mark Robinson, Fred Knight, Rick Jackson. Coach Haswell The spring of 1974 brought a new scene to the GHS sports department with a 1st year baseball team. Under the capable direction of Coach Butch” Haswell the team of 1974 produced a 5-13 record. Being a 1st year team Coach Haswell feels his boys did a good job. The highlight of the year was beating West Fairmont who later competed in the State tournament. Behind the great hitting of George Jenkins who made 2nd string Big 10 team, and Dave Hussion who got honorable mention, the team came up with some big upsets. 63 GHS Cheerleaders 1973-1974 Suzanne Shay — Head DeAnna Onfield — Co-Head Elissa Canfield The 1973-74 Grafton High School Cheerleaders immensely improved the spirit of the student body. The girls seemed full of energy and pep at all times. The Cheerleaders represented our school to the best of their ability. DeAnna Canificld, cohead, and Suzane Shay, head cheerleader did an outstanding job of leading the staff. The staff will greatly miss these two departing seniors. Sharle Bennett 64 Sandy Ward Donna Jean Knotts Rhonda McWilliams — Mascot GRAFTON HIGH SCHOOL CHORAL DEPARTMENT THE VOICES OF WEST VIRGINIA 65 1973-74 Concert Choir ALL State Chorus This year eight members of the GHS Concert Choir were in Huntington, March 28th to 50th, participating in the 43rd annual West Virginia All-State Chorus. Mr. Don Neven, who is the Director of Choral Activities at the University of Tennessee, served as guest conductor for the music festival. Representing Grafton High were: David Knotts, tenor; Suzi Poling, soprano; Debbie McDaniels, alto; Blaine Minney. bass; Dcanne Canfield, alto, David Bartlett, bass; Tim Ncwlon, tenor; Connie Weaver, soprano. The Entertainers” Edition III L-R Row 1: Suzanna Shay. Sheila Phillips, Connie Weaver, Deanna Canfied, Donna J. Knotts. Row 2: Steve Phillips, James Fisher, Blaine Minney, Steve Thompson, David Knotts The Entertainers Edition III presented a total of 30 programs throughout the state of West Virginia. They also made special appearances during the 1973 Southern West Virginia Fall Tour as well as the December Concert 67 Dinner- Theatre Production 68 Ten Nights In A Barroom This year’s dinner-theatre production, Ten Nights In A Barroom,” was once again another successful venture into the world of the theatre for GHS choral students. The 1800 melodramatic production included staggering drunks, a villain, broken-hearted wives, musical selec- tions and olio acts. Music Director — Ken Godwin Jr. Drama Director — Anita Sandor Artists — Mrs. Bill Hill, Mrs. Sam Morassco. Mrs. Richard Steadman Chorus Girls — Marcia Sturm. Kim Sandor. Sharlc Bennett. Melinda Thorn, Donna Jean Knotts Harvey Green —Joe Garrett Willie Hammond — John Haddix Mr. Slade — James Fisher Mrs. Slade — Debbie Iuntz Frank Slade — Tom Sturm Joe Morgan — Bob Brake Mrs. Morgan — Kim Moats Little Mary — Suzanne Shay Goldie — Debbie McDaniels Sample Swichel — Dale Rogers Tommy — Mark Sturm Squire Romain — David Bartlett Steve Lambert David Thompson Stage Crew — Gayla Fortney. Teresa Wiseman. Enc Andrews. Steve Phillips. Dave Varner 69 oz AIMV1VD JANE” Spring Musical 974 Producer.......................................Mr. Ken Godwin, Jr. Drama Director...................................Mrs. Anita Sandor Orchestra.......................................Mrs. Robert Gough Mrs. Calvin Morrison Mr. Noel Clelland Mr. David Smallwood Assistant to Producer and Drama Director........................Gayla Fortney Production Manager .................................Becky Dcfcnbaugh Lighting.......................................................Robert Brake Sound..........................................................Blaine Minney Assistant Production Manager ....................................Rick Jones Properties......................................................Gayla Fortney Costume Mistress...................................... Donna J. Knotts Kim Moats Prospector............. Doc” Pierce............ Susan................... Joe (Bartender)......... Bill Hickock............ Henry Miller............ Calamity Jane........... Rattlesnake............. Francis Fryer.......... Hank.................... Pete Danny Gilmartin......... Doorman (Bijou Theater) Katie Brown............ Adalaid Adams . .. ............................Steve Phillips ............................John Haddix ...........................Sharlc Bennett ............................Eric Andrews ........................David Thompson .............................James Fisher ............................Debbie Lantz ..............................Dirk Shaw .............................Dale Rogers ............................David Knotts .............................Tom Reneau ..............................Tom Sturm ...........................John Coffman ..........................Deanna Canfield Kathy Hussion, Kim Sandor, Connie Weaver Bar Maids Bar Guys and Townsmen Larry McWilliams David Morasco Mark Sturm Roger Carder Jim Garrett Women of Deadwood City Kim Moats Susan Kline Susan Poling Brenda Peters Donna K. Knotts Teenagers of Deadwood City Nancy Mewshaw Denine Setlcr Male Dancers David Knotts Blaine Minney David Varner Female Dancers Carol Drake Betty Hinkins Susan Turner Debbie McDaniels, Becky Moore Tim Newlon Phillip Stevens Randy Weaver Joe Garrett Mike Henderson David Bartlett Donna J. Knotts Suzanna Shay Marcia Sturm Susan Henderson Pam Watkins Sheila Phillips Sandy Ward Eileen Hefferin Steve Phillips Tom Lucas Tim Newlon Elissa Canfield Melinda Thom Teresa Wiseman Golden Garter Pit Orchestra Bob Brake, Terry Knight, Pam Stevens, Ed Bennett, Lynn Gough Mixed Chorus Row 1: Patty Shaffer, Kathy Rutherford, Martha Workman. Sheila McCue, Paula Shingleton, Jannette Young, Ginger Austin, Judy Haines, Priscilla Reel, Lela McVicker. Row 2: Sandra Keener, Linda McMasters, Laura Davis, Doug Gainer, Sara Lantz, Patricia Wyatt, Jenny Gough, Connie Bradford, Row 3: Donna Dawson, Jerry Frye, Row 4: Terry New Ion, Glen Bartlett, Marvin Gelhousen Choir Member Of The Year Choir Officers Gayla Fortney was selected by the Concert Choir as 1973-74 Choir Member of the Year. Gayla has been a member of the Concert Choir for three years. She has had major production crew responsibilities for the three musicals during her school years; and has served as Choral Office Ass’t for two years. Throughout the school year the choir officers are called upon to do some of the detail work to accommodate choral activities. Elected this year were Pres Deanna Canfield, V.P. John Haddix, Scc.-Trcas Eileen Hefferin. 13ei irc t - C M €ftT Thowo o tV73 — U7 Official News Photo — G.H.S. Marching Show Band Bearcat ' Marching Show Band EXECUTIVE BOARD: L-R: Terry Knight, Ass’t Band Commander; Steve Phillips, Ass’t Band Commander; Robert Brake, Band Commander; Mr. McConnell, Director; Betty Hinkins, Co-Head Majorette; Connie Weaver, Co-Head Majorette; Cathy Bolligcr, Field Commander Cathy Bolliger, Field Commander of the 90 Member G.H.S. Bearcat Showband Top: Veterans Day Pageantry November 12,1973 Bottom: Concert Ceremony at National Cemetery 75 Superior Rating At Elkins Forest Festival GHS Bearcat Band awaiting start of parade at Elkins Forest Festival. Class Rehearsal Dave Sturms — Bass Drummer Mr. McConnell rehearsing for performance. The Line led by Field Commander Cathy Bollinger in Elkins. 76 Basketball Pageantry — All-State Band Prcgamc ceremony with Majorettes as band plays the National Anthem. 1975-74 GHS Pep Band Bass player Chuch Warder displays enthusiasm while playing. Teresa Wiseman. Contra Bass Cl.; and Bruce Leonard, Trombone; both were named to the W Va. All State Band. Official concert photograph 1974 concert show band Majorettes dance to Shaft PROGRAM Salute To Broadway Musicals Spirituals Rock Opera In America Themes From The Movies Television Themes Popular Music Of Now and Then Swing Era 1930’s-1940’s Patriotic Finale Sixteen flag spectacular in our Salute to Braodway theme. Featuring G. H. S. Concert Band The Grafton High School Concert Band presented a concert entitled Musical Collage’’ on March 2nd and 3rd in the GHS auditorium. March 4th a special free concert was performed for the student body. This was the first concert of this type in the Grafton area. 79 Grafton High School Bearcat Showband 1973-1974 FLUTES Boyles, Leslie Current, Tammy Gerrard, Dianna Harman, Debbie Hinkins, Betty Mason, Missy Mason, Tammy McDaniel, Sheila Minney, Stephanie Peters, Brenda Phillips, Bertha •Poling, Susie Reneau, Joyce Weaver, Connie Wcidlich, Anita Wiseman, Nancy CLARINETS Beatty, Doris Biggins, Pam Boice, Donna Bolliger, Kathy Bolyard, Pam Bolyard, Sherry Boyles, Kathy Bruner, Susie Cathcll, Starla Davies, Terry Davis, Tammy Donham, Cathy Donham, Patty •Donham, Sandra Findley, Jean Gerkin, Kim Kines, Kay Kirby, Brenda Moran, Tonny Myotte, Mary Paige, Kathy Sandor, Kim Sessions, Jaye Shay, Julie Spadaforc, Tish Swisher, Patty Sydcnstricker, M. Beth Tansill, Penny Williams, Rhonda OBOE Harman, Charlene ALTO SAX Bennet, Denise Cox, Sarah Harman, Donna Hunter, Erica •Knotts, Beverly Watkins, Pam CORNETS Grob, Eric Isner,Jim •Knight, Terry Knight, Mike Smith, Tim F HORNS Davis, Tammy Boyce, Bcbbie Phillips, Steve Shafer, Jill TROMBONES Brake, Bob •Aleonard, Bruce Slavcn, Mike Taylor, Keith BARITONES •Brake, AJ Stalnkcr, Ron BARITONE SAX Thompson, Dave BASSES •Stevens, Mike Warder, Chuck Wolfe, Teddy TIMPANI Chip Richards PIANO, BELLS, CHIMES Nyla Keener PERCUSSION Biggins, Bill Edison, Don Gough, Lynn Moran, Ron McCue, Brent •Robinson, Dave Sturms, Dave Wolfe, Chuck BASS CLARINET Haskins, Kim •Turner, Susie CONTRA BASS CL •AWiscman, Theresa PICCOLO Gereard, Dianna McDaniel, Sheila MAJORETTES Dianna Gerard Kim Gerkin Donna Harman Kim Haskins Brenda, Kirby Missy Mason Patty Swisher Penny Tansill Susie Turner Rhonda Williams Teresa Wiseman CO-HEAD MAJORETTES Connie Weaver Betty Hinkins FIELD COMMANDER Cathy Bolliger BAND COMMANDER Bob Brake ASSISTANT BAND COMMANDERS Terry Knight Steve Phillips •Section Leader A All State Band 80 Jtotrrnatioital £onorarg Sorirto tiir¥fiflh Stiiool Journalist Mrs. Williams Sandy Barton Donna Fortney Randy Stockctt Jean Mewshaw ?73 F Margery Sandy D Brenda Umbers Brenda Loar I Vinh Adviser han Ed iter Becky Gough Debbie Satterfield Donna Harman Marvin Gel hausen Chess Ciab Row 1: Danny Wolfe, Sandy Barton. Phil Rogers, Guy Ward, Terry Gillespie, John Haddix, Mr English (advisor), Ricky Robinson, Row 2: Ron Stalnaker, Rick Wilt. Dave Bartlett, Terring Skinner, John Murphy. Chuck Duckworth. Mike Ellis. Doug Benedum, Brian McMullan, Mark Sciegaj, Steve Phillips. Dale Rogers, Bob Brown. Blaine Minney. Dave Hussion Future Homemakers Of America Row ] Cindy Wolfe, Kim Weaver. Louise Baker. Jo Lucas. Martha Bradley. Row 2: Ruth Swisher. Vickie Wright, Amber Wolfe. Row 3: Mrs. Shaver (advisor). Diana Wolfe. Donna Dale. Debbie Bevlin, Nancy McVicker, Debbie Jennings, Sheila McGue, Joyce Boggs. Susie Lyons. Patti Barthelemy. Mrs. Jacobs (aide). Row 4: Patty Poole. Diane Shipp, Pat Bourne. Tonia Croston. Paula Shinglcton, Eileen Doughtcrty, Debbie Tucker, Ginger Austin. Debbie Satterfield. Donna Barthelemy 84 Future Farmers Of America 'Y •M ♦ •A’ Row 1 Keith Messenger, Bob Knotts, Doug Warder, John McCue, David Knotts, Tom Dougherty, Don Getz. Row 2: Eric Bradley, John Gatski, Bill Boicc, Tim Retherford, Jerry Ross, Dave Reel, Steve Andrews. Lynn Poling. Rick Poling, Gary Baker, David Patt, Willard Brown, Mark Guthrie, Jim Wilson, Row 3: Phil Stevens, Richard Able, Tony Robinson, Jerry Wolfe, Jeff Boyles, Glen Bolyard, Don Carpcnd Star Greenhand Foundation Awards Robert K. Knotts Agricultural Electrification — Keith Andrews Poultry Production — Richard Andrews Soil and Water Management — Jeff Dillon Ornamental Horticulture—Jim Walter Farm and Home Improvement — Doug Warder Fish and Wildlife Management — Charles Vanhorn Outdoor Recreation — Donald Carpenter Livestock Production — Robert K. Knotts Dairy Production — Mark Bradley Crop Production — Mark Bradley Agricultural Mechanics — Mark Bradley Star Greenhand — Robert K. Knotts Chapter Star Farmer — Mark Bradley Chapter Star Farmer Mark Bradley 85 Future Business Leaders of America Row 1: Mrs. Decker (advisor). Carol Hovatter, Marcia Sturm, Rose Sharp. Mary Hoover. Margaret Kennedy. Row 2: Kim Litzinger, Maribeth Sydcn-strickcr, Jo Lucas, Diane Shipp, Virginia Swisher, Kathy Boyce, Brenda Bennett. Penny Tansill. Diane Patterson, Janice Roach, Sherry Barker, Sue Musgrovc, Janice Nestor. Row 3: Gndy Core. Susie Smith. Nina Baker. Terry Peters, Connie Worth, Kathy Thorp, Kay Kincs, Carolyn Luzader, Debbie Lantz Outstanding Business Education Student FBLA President '73- 74 FBLA Student Of The Year I 1 ; 86 Sherry Barker Kim Moats Margaret Kennedy Candy Stripers Front: Lisa Sturm, Donna Jean Knotts. Back: Holly Bledsoe, Brenda Henderson, Brenda Peters, Nettie Jackson Key Club Row 1: Rick Watkins, Tom Reneau, Bob Malone. John Corio, Blaine Minney. Row 2: Randy Annon, Bill Reneau, Steve Tresler, Mike Jones, Danny Dunham, Terry Gillespie. Bob King. Bill Rogers. Row 3 Joe Heizman, Ron Moats. Jeff Freeze, Mark Boyles. Rocky Loughery, Doug Pratt. Tom Strums, Kenny Strums, Rick Pisino, Row 4 John Haddi, Dave Hussion. Jerry Anderson. Chuck Duckworth, John Coffman, Phil Rogers, Albert Brake, Bob Brake. Doug Benedum, John Pomering, Eric Andrews, Steve Phillips, Paul Cross 87 French Club Row 1: Mrs. McClure (advisor). Pam Stevens. Susan Endcrlc. Terry Hill. Pam Bennett. Row 2: Tammy Davis. Nancy Wiseman. Valerie Frey. Sherry Holmes. Jonnett Hoban, Brenda Limbers. Martha Bradley , Georgia Haller, Carol Drake. Le Ann Swiger, Gloria Reed. Darlene Reed, Estal Tyler, Jeri Triekctt, Zena Lambert. Robin Scroggs. Cheryl Haymond. Candy Knotts. Row 3 Diane Thompson, Susan Henderson, Joyce Boggs. Guy Ward. Dale Rogers. John Grab. Jeff Morgan. Terry Stevens. Donna Fortney. Denise Turoczy French Club Banquet Initiation started the year in full swing for the French Club. They participated in the Homecoming Activities by building a float and at Christmas they went caroling. Money making projects included bake sales and selling stationery. At a Foreign Language Festival at Davis and Elkins they received top honors. Other activities included a trip to Pittsburg and a banquet at Tygart Lake Lodge. Keyettes Sitting: Lciza Sturm, DcAnna Canfield, Deb Current, Holly Bledsoe, Brenda Loar, Carol Drake, Gayla Fortney, Kneeling: Connie Weaver, Jean Mew-shaw. Standing Becky Defenbaugh, Eileen Hefferin, Patty Donham, Teresa Wiseman, Miss Knotts (advisor), Suzi Pbling, Marcia Sturm, Kim Lud-wick, Michelle Gerkin, Donna Jean Knotts The Keyettes is a service club and has participated in many projects to help aid the school and community. Among the many projects were ringing the Salvation Army bell at Christmas time, giving each teacher an Easter egg, serving at the All-Sports Banquet, and attended a different church each month. Along with the Key Club they sponsored a Christmas party for underprivileged children and collected money for Muscular Dystrophy. For Heritage Day they planted flowers at the Industrial School. The Keyettes also made telephone directories, sponsored many bake sales, made corsages for Valentine’s Dance, and held a Marathon Sock Hop to raise the needed money for projects. This year’s convention was held at Pipestem Resort, and they proudly brought home the third place Achievement Award and first place for the Heritage Day Award. In the past the club only received honorable mention. Kcyette of the Year — Susan Poling Keyette Convention Row 1: Sandy Donham. Gayla Fortney. Miss Knotts, Suzi Poling. Row 2: Brenda Lear, Leiza Sturm, Kim Ludwick 89 Student Council Row 1 Mrs Judy (advisor), Marcia Sturm, Danny Wolfe, Tom Sturm, Ed Bennett, Row 2 Dec Dee Jones, Judy Abel, Becky I fcnbaugh, Sue Mus-grove. Jill Shafer. Row 3: Missy Mason, Wendy Peters. Pam Stevens. Judy Haines. Tara Campbell, Pam Bennett, Lee Ann Swigcr, Row 4: Kim Gerkin, Charlie Johns, Kim Ludwick.Jack Dcmscy, Chuck Warder, Tom Rcncau, Keith Taylor, David Knotts Spanish Club Row 1 Kathy Boyce. Dennine Setler, John McCuc. John Coffman, Row 2: Miss Ratliff (advisor), Diane Gerard. Toni Moran. Terry Davies, Kathy Bolyes, Julie Shay, Lynn Hardman, Nettie Jackson, Patty Hcfferin, Nancy Mewshaw, Eileen Hcffcrin, Cathy Donham. Doris Beaty. Tammy Mason, Carol Hovattcr, Row J: Cathy Buckwaltcr. Lciza Sturm. Kim Ludwick. Pam Watkins. Cheryl Morgan, Donna Fortney. Kim Sandor, Jayc Sessions, Charlene Harman, Tara Campbell, Roseann Cole, Jeam Ann Findley, Row 4 Bob King, Eric Andrews, Jerry Anderson, Chuck Duckworth, Doug Bencdum. Mike Ellis, Terry Knight, Rick Robinson. Terry Gillespie. Roger Carder 90 Library Assistants Cassic McVicker, Vicki Roy. Connie Worth. Susie Lyon. Debbie Gillespie. Mrs. Haddix (aide). Nancy Streets. Linda Leach. Mr. Walls (advisor) Student Action For Education Row 1: Teresa Wiseman. Pam Watkins. Brenda Henderson, Joyce Rcneau. Miss Roy (advisor). Row 2: Lynn Hardman. Kim Litzinger, Donna Dale. Nettie Jackson, Patty Donham, Susan Henderson. Susi Turner, Diana Gerard. Row 3: Terry Davies. Missy Mason. Patty Hefferin, Kim Ludwick, Terry Stevens, Susan linderlc, Denise Turoczy, Donna Fortney. Kim Sandor Row l Connie Weaver. Berry Hinkins, Teresa Wiseman. Melinda Thom, Donna Jean Knotts, Teresa Shartz, Donna Harman, Susan Cox. Sherry Barker. Susan Swiger, Becky Defenbaugh, Eileen Hefferin, Row 2: Susan Turner. Donna Kay Knotts, Donna Fortney, Terry Knight, Duane Keener, David Thompson, Dale Rogers, James Fisher, Jim Knight, John McCue, Brian McMullen. Susan Endcrle. Susan Poling, Marcia Sturm, Dcnninc Sctlcr NATIONAL I HONO SOCIETY A 1 The 1973-74 National Honor Society consisted of ten returning seniors and later inducted nine juniors and eighteen seniors. At Christmas time they aided the Salvation Army in sponsoring a drive for canned goods throughout the school. The highlight of the year was the induction ceremony which consisted of: Pledge to the Flag by Janice Roach, prayer by Blaine Minney, welcome address by Dave Knotts, speech on the history of the National Honor Society by Sandra Donham. Speeches on the qualifications of members were given by Becky Gough (Scholarship), Joyce Reneau (Character), Gayla Fortney (Service), and Sandy Barton (Leadership). Linda Keener, gave the oath to the new members and Bob King closed the ceremony with a prayer. Being a member of the National Honor Society is the highest honor that can be bestowed upon a high school student. Row 1 Gayla Fortney, Sandy Donham (Sec ), David Knotts (Pres ). Joyce Reneau (V. Pres.), Janice Roach (Trcas.), Mrs. Morrison (advisor). Row 2: Sandy Barton. Blaine Minney. Becky Gough, Bob King. Linda Keener Spanish Honor Society Row 1: Bill Shartz, Eric Andrews, Tom Reed, Mark Latta, Terry Knight, Row 2: Carol Hovattcr, Susie Cox, Becky Defenbaugh, Gayia Fortney, Jean Mewshaw, Susie Poling. Donna Fortney. Cheryl Morgan, Tara Campbell, Betty Hinkins, Nancy Mewshaw, Michelle Gerkin 94 THE OFFICERS OF THF. SPANISH HONOR SOCIETY FOR THE 1973-74 SCHOOL YEAR: Row 1: Donna Fortney. Secretary; Gayia Fortney. President, Becky Defenbaugh. Vice-President. Row 2: Terry Knight, Treasurer. Eric Andrews. Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee. Under the skillful leadership of these officers the society had a very active and successful year. 1974 Induction Ceremony The first major project of the society was in the fall when they sponsored the Homecoming Float Contest. The contest gave our homecoming parade a much needed lift and greatly increased the spirit for the Iwmietoming activities. As the year progressed, many other projects were undertaken. Two service projects for the faculty of GHS were sponsored. One being the celebration of the Spanish Christmas and the other being a Spring Teacher’s Tea. For the Easter season the society sponsored an Easter party for the elderly at the Rest Haven Nursing Home. The highlight of the service projects was the ushering and serving of refreshments for rhe Spring Production of Calamity Jane.” To begin the new year 10 students were inducted into the Spanish Honor Society on January 24th. The ceremony was held in the school auditorium with a reception immediately following in the cafeteria. A number of school officials and prominent area citizens attended the affair. The next major event for the members was the 1st annual Officers Banquet held on Thursday evening. May 16th. Installed at the banquet were the newly-elected officers of the society; Eric Andrews, President; Donna Fortney, Vice-President; Carol Hovatter. Corresponding Secretary; Nancy Mewshaw. Recording Secretary; Mark Latta, Treasurer and Michelle Gerkin. Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee In closing the 1973-74 school year, the Spanish Honor Society sponsored a float contest for the Memorial Day Parade. Although not as successful as the Homecoming Parade Contest, it added to the parade what has been lost for several years. Varsity Club Row i: John Cork), Duane Keener. Mark Boyles. Rocky Loughery. Row 2: Bob King. Brent Black. Bob Malone. Paul Cross, Craig Bolyes. Row 3: Ron Moats. Mark Robinson. Rick Jackson. Rick Jones. Steve Tresler, Tom Reneau. Danny Turner. Mike Neleigh. Steve Williams. Row 4: Mike Knight, Mike Henderson, Roger Seller, John McCue, George Jenkins. Dave Hussion, Joe Garrett. Blaine Minney. Rick Pisino, A R. Lake. Kenny Sturm, Doug Pratt Vocational Industrial Clubs Of America Lake, Richard Messenger. Rodney Thom Kneeling: Tom Boblett. Joe McVicker. Phil Rodgers, Terry Knotts. I-eroy Shingleton, Standing Robert Goodwin, James Loudin, James Shackelford. Richard Riffle. Terry Green, Ray Palmer. David McCartney Row 1: Mr Beaters (adv isor). Mike Jones. John Corio. Mike Ware, Danny Dunham. Joe Heinzman. Von Ringler. Row 2: Fred Zinn, Keith McCauley, Mickey Moore. Clarence Swisher. Terry Dillon. Larry Swisher, Jeff Jones. Parke Bradley. Lonnie Wyatt GHS Bearcat Staff THE 1974 GHS BEARCAT COMBINED STAFF CONSISTED OF: Row 1, L to R Mr. Russell Walls (advisor). Linda Leach. Dennine Seller, Donna Fortney. James Fisher. Debbie McDaniels, Mrs. Davis (advisor). Row 2 Donna Kay Knotts, Brenda IJmbcrs, Michelle Gerkin, Debbie Lantz, Kim Sandor, Carol Hovattcr, Row V Dale Wilson, Guy Ward. Martha Lofflcr. Terry Stevens, Rogers Order, and Sandy Barton. Not Photographed is Valerie Frey The GHS Bearcat,” our school newspaper, made a reappearance in November, 1973 after twenty-one years of silence. Under the new English program, journalism was taught on an elective basis. Students from the first journalism classes formed the central core of the paper. With the help of the CENTRAL WEST VIRGINIA GUARDIAN, a local newspaper, students were able to do their own composition and receive valuable training in all areas of newspaper work. Six issues were printed on a monthly basis with the last edition being dedicated to the graduating class. Regular features included an astrology column, a record column, a car column, and a senior of the month. The junior and senior staff members working from the beginning of the year and maintaining good scholastic standing were named members of the Quill and Scroll, the International Honorary for High School Journalists. The Quill and Scroll’s original charter had been inactive for several years, but received new life with the beginning of the GHS Alpha Chapter. The staff can be especially proud of the professional manner in which the paper was conducted and the variety of news covered. The local merchants who advertised with the paper should be commended, for without their patronage there would not have been a paper. Staff Members Editor — James Fisher Feature Editor — Dennine Sctlcr School Editor — Donna Fortney Sports Editor — Linda Leach Production Manager — Debbie McDaniels Exchange Editor — Michelle Gerkin Circulation Manager — Terry Stevens Business Manager — Donna K. Knotts Feature Writers — Roger Carder, Valeric Frey, and Brenda Umbers Staff Reporters — Sandy Barton, Joe Heinzman. Brenda Leach, Guy Ward, and Dale Wilson Advertising — Debra Lantz and Kim Sandor Composing Room — Cheryl Haymond, Carol Hovatter. Cathy Lambert Advisors — Mrs. Shirley Davis. Mr Russel Walls ' The staff was indeed fortunate to be trained on composing equipment by the CENTRAL WEST VIRGINIA GUARDIAN. The GUARDIAN then allowed them to do all of their own composing and get their monthly paper camera-ready for the printer. Giving up two Sundays a month to work at the Central W. Va. Guardian on this year’s Composing Room staff were (1 to r) Donna Kay Knotts. Roger Carder, Carol Hovatter, Debbie McDaniels, Cathy Lambert. Cheryl Haymond, and Mrs. Davis (advisor). Not photographed arc Dcnnine Setlcr and Linda Leach. BEARCAT ADVERTISING STAFF I. to R Donna Kay Knotts. James Fisher, and Kim Sandor The advertising staff worked after school and weekends to raise $300 each month to pay for the cost of each issue. Each student was also responsible for designing or preparing the ads layout. Salesmanship and a love of people are required for this job. These students raised the money that paid for the paper. 97 Bearcat Writing Staff Writing the majority of the stories for the GHS Bearcat were the staff pictured above Row 1, L to R: Sandy Barton. Roger Carder. James Fisher. Terry Stevens. Michelle Gerkin. Brenda Limbers, Row 2: Donna Fortney, Dale Wilson, Guy Ward, Debbie Lantz, Linda Leach, and Dcnnine Setlcr. Not photographed is Valeric Frey 98 On June 7, 1974, Mr. Robert W. Murphy, General Manager of the Dominion Post and Dominion News in Morgantown, spoke at the newspaper staff banquet. The banquet was held in the Coal Room of the Holiday Inn in Clarksburg. Mr. Murphy spoke on newspaper careers and answered questions concerning several aspects of the newspaper business. Mr. Murphy is seen here in light discussion after the banquet with (left to right) Sandy Barton, Mrs. Davis, Mr. Murphy, Linda Leach, Roger Carder. Valerie Frey, sophomore, became the first GHS Bearcat” writer to be published in a national magazine. Her article What’s Your Excuse?” dealt with the usual reasons received by Charles Cather, Assistant Principal, for students’ daily absences. Excerpts from the article appeared in the June issue of the NEW INGENUE. 99 Pep Club Row 1: Connie Worth, Brenda Loar, Bonnie McDaniel. Row 2: DeAnn Canfield. Eileen Hefferin, Holly Bledsoe. Diane Shipp. Lc Ann Swiger, Nancy Mcwshaw, Roscann Cole, Row J: Jean Mewshaw, Debbie Davis. Rhonda McWilliams. Becky Dcfenbaugh, Cheryl Morgan, Lciza Sturm, Patty Hefferin, Jo Ellen Myers, Joyce Robison. Debbie Lantz. Row 4: Sandy Barton, Jerry Anderson. Chuck Duckworth, Doug Benedum, John Coffman, Terry Stevens, Martha Loff ler, Terry Gillespie A New First For Grafton High School And The Class Oj 74 This year’s senior girls captured the title of Powder Puff Champions and Class Tournament Champions for the fourth year in a row. The first year was the worst!!! The crowd and the other teams were sure the best would win, but everyone seemed quite certain it wouldn’t be the Freshmen. They all said, The Freshmen never win.” Little did everyone know, the Class of 74’ was out to do more than play — they were going to win. Win, they did, to everyone’s surprise and as the four years went on everyone was quite confident that the Class of 74’ would win again, although nobody quit trying to take the championship away from them. The goal of all classes from the first game on was beat the girls of 74.’ Fast running and a huge desire to win made each victory relatively easy. Being the first class in Grafton High to capture both titles, each game was won with little difficulty. They were a little nervous in the first game but once it was won they were unable to be stopped. In class tournaments, each game was won by more than twenty points. The team was unusual because the bench was just as capable as the starters. The girls of the class of 74’ will long be remembered for their outstanding athletic achievement at Grafton High School. 100 . a c+iv Lilies m c. y DAN C S DRfrP'MX PLftV KNQP YOUR STMtT BnY MD 6lR I. STAfE SFNloR- SLF F OfW r.lASS TOURN mFNrS iP M RDS DAS r STUDENT COU( JQL ELLE.CT10rMS PRom rSR. |sb nnN - Ggt PU TfVOM ---------------1 | Lcssic’s at it again! 102 Stretching out. Homemakers at Work. Good Luck' I f Odd Couple. Picasso at Work. Senior Surgeons Operate. Gas Shortage. Machine Shop Business and Office Education The UCC, a Vocational School at Gore proved to be a big help to many iniors amLScrh rs by instructing them in Building Construction, Welding, Nursing, Business and Office Education, Heavy Equipment, Machine Shop, Refrigerator ancLAtrConditioner Repair, Auto Mechanics, and Electronics. Out of the Career Center came many organizations such as V.I.C.A. and F.B.L.A. The main administrators, Mr. Chipps, Mr. Nuzum, and Mr. Banco, have a difficult job due to the fact that Shinston, WI, RW, South Harrison, Flemington, and Liberty, as well as Grafton sent students eager to learn a trade. The United Career Center wasn’t all work. Many dances and banquets were sponsored by the Organizations. There were Christmas dances, get acquainted parties, and Farewell dances, along with an awards banquet for F.B.L.A. members and office staff. The F.B.L.A. a main organization sells ice cream, doughnuts, coffee, and hot chocolate at break” time in order to raise money to send students to a National Convention in San Francisco. All in all there was a lively year for students from the 3 counties, (Harrison, Taylor, and Doddridge). This year also proved that, much needed vocational education will be successful in training tomorrow’s leaders. Homecoming 1973 SUSIE SWIGER Homecoming Queen 104 Homecoming Parade Spanish Club 1st place float Key Club 3rd place float FFA 2nd place SPANISH HONOR SOCIETY Sponsor -UH cr .D BEARCAT” Band Kathy Boice Keycttes Float Sophomore Princess Pep Club FBLA French Club Bill Ixm. DcAnn Canfield, Doug Benedum, Sue Musgrove, Joey Hein man, Kim Haskins, Tom Lucas, Tom Lucas, Ellisa Canfield, Susie Swiger. Joey Canfield, Terry Gillespie. Kathy Boyce. Craig Boyles, 106 Diana Woods. Mark Robinson. Roscann Cole. Terring Skinner, DeeDee Jones, Lewis Hentlerson 107 Drama Plays The drama department this year has been very active for a first year organization. It rehearsed and presented two plays for the student body to enjoy this year. Mrs. Newlon started the year off as the head of the drama department and got many students interested in acting. As a result of her efforts a play, The Red Carnation,” was presented to the student body at Christmas time. The actors in this play were Jill Bledsoe, Tom Sturm, and David Thompson and was enjoyed thoroughly by the entire student body as part of the Christmas program. However, Mrs. Newlon left our school in late winter, but she was replaced by a well qualified teacher. Miss Fox, who kept the department well on the way. As a result of her efforts, A Long Journey,” a one act play was presented to the student body. The actors in this play were Guy Ward, Suzi Turner, Teresa Wiseman, Dale Rogers, Vicki Roy, and Kim Weaver. This play captured the family life of an American family on a trip to visit a relative. The mother talks to the neighbor. The Mother explaining that they are leaving on a journey to her elder daughter’s house. The youngest daughter listens in on her mother’s conversation. The family finally gas started on the long journey and enjoys the sights along the way 108 The family arrives at their destination and are welcomed warmly by their relatives. Sweetheart Dance This year GHS was brightened up by the 3rd annual Sweetheart. This is a formal dance where the girls have a chance to pick their date. The student council decided to make this dance a girl’s choice just for the excitement. A lot of people decided to come and enjoyed themselves thoroughly. To make the Christmas holidays more enjoyable, the Student Council sponsored the 1974 Christmas Dance on Dec. 22, 1973. The students were entertained by the music of Porte Authority, from Clarksburg. The dance was a semi-formal dance and the array of girl’s costumes varied from pants suits to formal dresses. The boys wore suits and tics and enjoyed themselves greatly as did their dates. Christmas Dance 109 Boys’ and Girls' Slate Chosen, to represent Grafton High School at Hoys’ ami Girls' State (.'amp this year were David Knotts, Mike lillis, Blaine Minney. Duane Keener, and iayla l;ortncy Know Your State Gov t Day IXnnine Seller and Tom Dougherty were representatives of Grafton High School to Know Your State Government Das whuh was held this past spring in Charleston. West Virginia no Who s Who In Americ an High Sc hools R(x,i;k carder GAYLA FORTNEY The following Seniors were selected to Who’s Who in America during their Sophomore year in High School: Gayla Fortney. Pam Stevens, David Knotts, and Roger Carder. Brenda Loar received Who’s Who in America during her Senior year. BRENDA LOAR 'Truckin’ This year’s Senior Slave Day was one of the biggest successes of any previous years. The Senior Class made about 85 dollars. An event which made the day a lot more fun was an eraser race. The halls were like the Indianapolis Speedway with the Seniors on their hands and knees pushing erasers with their noses. Some teachers had every inch of their rooms cleaned by the hardworking seniors. Raindrops keep falling« head Senior Slave Day 111 Senior Slave Day ■1. 609, 102.6 toothpiiiis. The science department needed an inventory so 3 seniors were purchased by Mrs. Coleman who had them busily working and checking to see what the science department actually had. Slave Day gave an excellent chance for the lower classmen to get even with the seniors for past tricks the upperclassmen played on them. 112 1974 Class Tournaments Boy’s Team — Uniforms Row 1: S. Barton, T. Sturm. B. Malone, J. Haddix, B. Loar. R. Jackson, Row 2: S. Williams, M. Ellis, D Benedum, J. Newcomc, R. White, E. Bennett, D Hussion, J. Garrett First Place Girl’s Team Row 1: D. Dawson, P. Brown. M. Coolc, B. Loar, Row 2: C. MacDonald, B. Gough. E. Dougherty, J. Mewshaw Decorations SENIORS Best Cheering Section FRESHMEN Best Sport — Boy s Joe Newcome Best Sport — Girl’s Brenda Leach 1 M Awards Best Cheerleader's — Uniforms Foul Shooter — Boy's Ron Hunt K Hussion, M. Thom, K. Haskins, K. Buckwaltcr, P. Hcffcrin, Mascot — K Kincs Best Team Uniforms — Girls Row I: N. Mcwshaw, L Ellis, B.Holt, K. Gcrkin, C Morgan, T. Campbell, Row 2 B. Knotts. E Hunter, C. Brown, S. Kline, V. Frey. K Boyce Foul Shooter — Girl s Eileen Dougherty All-Tournament Teams BOYS: R Watkins, J. Dempsey, J. Cbrio, R. Hunt, R. Jackson, D Bcnc-dum GIRLS: R. Cole, J Mewshaw, B. Loar, N Mcwshaw, P Watkins. L Leach 115 2nd Place Boys Team —Juniors 2nd Place Girls Team — Juniors Sophomore Boys Freshman Boys Sophomore Cheerleaders 2nd Place Cheerleaders — Seniors Freshman Cheerleaders Student Council Elections May 15, student council elections, brought Kim Sandor to the office of student body vice-president for 1974-75. The other candidate was Dirk Shaw. President, Charlie Johns. Candidates for the 1974-75 student body president were Eric Andrews, Charlie Johns, and Marcia Sturm. A run off election on May 16 brought Charlie Johns to the office of Student body president. 118 Vice-President, Kim Sandor Mnagers and Candidates for Vice-President are: Kim Sandor, Tom Sturm, Dirk Shaw, and John Haddix. Football Guardian Sports Awards Guardian Sports Awards Girls Track Girls Track Football Cheerleaders Golf Athletic Award 119 Sherry Barker, Valedictorian Murphy’s Service Award John Phillip Sousa Award 120 Awards Day Betty Hinkins, Salutatorian Oath FBLA Student of the Year Commercial Spanish Honor Society Gore Awards m Entertainment at Awards Assembly Commercial 121 122 v Stairway to Heaven” was the theme of the 1973 Jr.-Sr. Prom, held May 19, 1974. The highlight of the decorations was a spinning crystal ball, but the highlight of the evening was the crowning of the ’74 Prom Queen, Brenda Loar, by the 1973 Queen, Sheila Musgrove. Music was provided by the Royals. 123 9l. Tim and Kim Kenny and Bev Bill and Mary Lou I Mark and Connie Dave and Linda Steve and Susie Dave and Sandy 124 Dave and Kathy Keith and Nancy Mike and Janice Dale and Becky John and Sue Keith and Jan Jim and Joyce Guy and Debbie 125 Dave and Debbie Randy and Jean Phil and Teresa 126 Senior Princesses Escorts Holly Bledsoe Roger White Cathy Bolliger Tom Sturm Deanna Canfield Bob Malone Debbte Current Blaine Minney Sandy Donham Dave Knotts Beverly Keffer Kenny Sapp Brenda Loar John Corio Bonnie McDaniel Mike Ellis Sue Musgrove John Coffman Janice Roach Mike Henderson Suzanne Shay Joe Ncwcomc Connie Worth Mark Boyles Junior Princesses Escorts Sharle Bennett Joe Heinzmen Kathy Buckwalter John Haddix Kim Haskins Steve Trcssler Kathy Hussion Bill Loar Melinda Thorn Mike Knight Kim Turner Tim Tinglcr Tom and Lisa Tom and Cathy Robbie and Kim Dave and Donna Bill and Teresa Mike and Maria Erie and Pam Bob and Connie Sandy and Debbie Blaine and Ginger Donny and Pegg Mike and Janice Jim and Margie 127 Rose Kathy, Ed and Judy Dawn John Janie Calvin and Betty Debbie 128 Ed and Betty Marie j +4 ¥ ++% y � s y v Bob and Virginia Glenn and Patty Larry and Linda Sonny and Joyce Tim and Martha Jim and Janet Jack and Linda Eugene and Arlene 129 r As ■v... Paul and Betty Dave and Judy Butch and Tina Brian and Dennine Bob and Deanna Dave and Kathy Mike and Sandy Ed and Pam Joe and Sharlc Bob and Eileen 130 John and Brenda Mike and Melinda Jerry and Brenda John and Kathy Roger and Holly Doug and Patty Joe and Betty Hal and Shelia Senior Sermon Rev Rcncau Delivers Sermon. Everyone Listens Carefully. The Very Beginning. Goals in Life, was the theme of Reverend Reneau’s sermon. His main point was all people should have goals to meet just like all sports have goals. Now that the seniors are graduating, they have reached the major goal of their 12 years of education. Now another goal must be made to succeed in building a good life for themselves. The Choir Sings Graduation Senator Byrd speaks on the goodness of working with the hands. He noted that every person has a place in society no matter what kind of job he does. The nation will always prosper if people will work and honor other people’s jobs. Senator Byrd personally presented Sherry Barker, 1974 Valedictorian, her scholarship award and bond. Marching to the Beginning of the End. Switching the Tassel. 133 A Long Goal Finally Ended. The Diploma Tears Roll Down My Cheeks I Cannot Say Good-Bye The Words Just Won t Come So I Cry. MC After the graduation ceremony, a reception was held in the library for Senator Byrd. The Senator received the seniors and guests while refreshments were being served by the senior parents and teachers. 34 1974 Graduates THE TOUCH OF THE MASTER’S HAND Twas battered and scarred, and the auctioneer Thought it scarcely worth his while To waste much time on the old violin. But held it up with a smile: What am I bidden, good folks,” he cried, Who’ll start the bidding for me?” A dollar, a dollar;” then, Then, Two!” Only two? Two dollars, and who’ll make it three? Three dollars, once; three dollars, twice; Going for three —” But no, From the room, far back, a gray-haired man Came forward and picked up the bow; Then, wiping the dust from the old violin. And tightening the loose strings, He played a melody pure and sweet As a caroling angel sings. The music ceased, and the auctioneer. With a voice that was quiet and low, Said, What am I bid for the old violin?” And he held it up with the bow. A thousand dollars, and who’ll make it two? Two thousand! And who'll make it three? Three thousand, once, three thousand, twice. And going, and gone,” said he. The people cheered, but some of them cried, We do not quite understand What changed its worth.” Swift came the reply; The touch of a master’s hand.” And many a man with life out of tune. And battered and scarred with sin, Is auctioned cheap to the thoughtless crowd, Much like the old violin. A mess of pottage,” a glass of wine; A game — and he travels on. He is going” once, and going” twice. He’s going” and almost gone.” But the Master comes, and the foolish crowd Never can quite understand The worth of a soul and the change that’s wrought By the touch of the Master’s hand. Poem donated by WALTER A. WOOD of Rt. 3, Box 219, Grafton, W. Va. BOOSTERS Myra Brooks Welch Compliments of the Taylor County Democrats Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lee James L. D. Rogers Masel Rogers Dale Rogers B. O. Minney and Family Mr. and Mrs. John P. Hefferin, Jr. Marion Gough Mr. and Mrs. Karl D. Hinkins 136 Thanks to the Guardian, the Daily Sentinel, and Mr. Russell Walls for additional free lance pictures! TOWNE STUDIO OF PHOTOGRAPHY Member of The West Virginia Professional Photographers Association We are pleased to have been selected to be your Free Lance and Portrait Photographer for The 1974 Re-Echo Intersection U.S. Route 50-250 Pruntytown Phone —265-2032 Grafton, W. Va. at the WORKINGMAN'S STORE Clarksburg and Middletown Mall A Bottoms Shop A Tops Shop Waist Sizes 24 to 42 Top Sizes 34-46 Uni-Threads for All the People You'll Be Bread Ahead At CONTAINER DIVISION Post Office Box 38 Grafton, West Virginia 26354 Phone 304 — 265-2140 ST. REGIS PAPER COMPANY Congratulations to Grafton High Graduates GRAFTON Congratulations Class of 1974 CENTRAL W. VA. GUARDIAN Your Home Town Newspaper That Tells It Like It Is ARCHDEACONS Fashionable Clothes For He and She FISHER DRUG 60 West Main Street Grafton, WV Phone 265-3050 Congratulations. . . Gayla, Roger and James STEINBECK'S EXXON SERVICE CENTER 8 East Pike Street Grafton, WV Complete Exxon Service Phone 265-3043 ROBERTS HARDWARE Hardware Major Appliances Furniture Free Delivery E-Z Budget Terms THOROFARE MARKET Route 50 and I 19 Intersection We Give Cash Here Stamps . . . 1 Congratulations Class of '74 PAINTER'S Your Authorized Keepsake Jeweler 25 West Main Street GRAFTON JEWELRY COMPANY Grafton, WV 143 MURPHY'S HARDWARE AND APPLIANCE 101 Beech St. 265 0316 Home Furnishings Whirlpool Appliances RCA Entertainment Products Carpet Various Hardware Products FREY'S AUTO SUPPLY, INC. 10 East Main Street Phone 265-1 184 GODWIN AND SHAFFER, INC. U.S. Route 50 and St. Charles Street Phone —265 I 193 144 CATO'S Latest in Fashions KALO MOTORS INC. Sales and Service Riverside Drive Grafton, WV Buick Pontiac Chevy Olds Jeep Best of Luck '74 Graduates West Main (Next Door to Malones) Grafton, WV 265-0306 Radio and TV Tubes Tested Free Admiral Service On All Makes and Models Black and White or Color TV TURNER'S NATIONWIDE INSURANCE GLENN SAPP P.O. Box 484 Grafton, WV Phone 265 1254 Hospitalization Auto Fire Life 265 0121 210 Lincoln St. Grafton, W. Va. WITH CONGRATULATIONS TOM BARTLETT Class of '31 JOHN B. BARTLETT Class of '57 J. C. PENNY CO., INC. Four Ways to Buy Cash! Layaway! Charge! Catalog Always First in Quality Rt. 50 West Grafton, WV Take Out Orders Phone 265-9877 Home of the BIG DADDY SNACK SHACK Best of Luck to Your Future . . . Class of 74 BLUEVILLE • PHONE 265 0758 ■ GRAFTON. W VA We Have a Wide Variety of Gifts for All Occasions and All Ages. RUSSELL STOVER CANDIES AMERICAN GREETING CARDS 147 t Compliments of . . . MUSGROVE'S SHOP 'N SAVE THE CAROLYN JACKSON DANCE STUDIO A Complete Education in Dance Semi-Private and Private Instruction CAROLYN JACKSON — Instructor, Owner 204 Latrobe Street Grafton, WV 26354 Phone 265-3012 215 Walnut Street 265 4386 265 0509 WILSON FLORIST Bonded Member of Florists' Transworld Delivery Association Phone — 265-0298 Grafton WV 26354 PARRISH AGENCY INC. Real Estate — Mortgage Loans 227 West Main Street Grafton, WV Phone 265 1333 48 COFFMAN'S TIRE SHOP Main Street — Phone 265- i 846 Sieberling Tires American Gas W. A. WOODYARD LUMBER COMPANY, INC. STRAND 832-910 West Main Street Phone 265-0510 POOL ROOM BOLYARD'S ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES Contracting and Electrical Supplies Home 33 West Main Street Shop 265-2257 Grafton, WV 265-1407 Sports and Recreation Compliments of DAIRY MART I4I 2 West Main St. Grafton West Virginia 26354 Good Luck and Success GHS Graduates GRAFTON PRINTING SERVICE Offset and Letterpress Printing 114 Latrobe St. TOM MARCHESE — Owner Open 8 til 5 Monday thru Friday 149 COLONIAL FLORAL SHOPPE 555 West Main St. Grafton, W. Va. Member Teleflora Delivery Service Phone 265-0970 GRAFTON VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT McCROYS Grafton's Complete Variety Store 50-54 West Main St. Phone 265 9876 Sponsors Annual Fireman's Apple Festival V.F.W. V.F.W. Post 3081 The Memorial City Clothing — Hardware Toys — Cosmetics — Pet Supplies Candy — Luncheonette BUILDER'S SERVICE AND SUPPLY CO. INC. IKE'S TIRE SERVICE Country Club Road P.O. Bo 485 Grafton, W. Va. 26354 Phone: 265-3280 265 3286 Your Local Firestone Dealer Recreation Vehicles 209 West Main Street Grafton, W. Va. Compliments of . . . FOODLAND DAIRY QUEEN HARMAN CONSTRUCTION INC. Live a Little Telephones: 265-2222 265 1240 265-1241 General Contractors BEVERLY SHOP Ladies Ready to Wear P.O. Box 70 68 West Main Street Grafton, WV SKILL Asphalt Driveways LEONARD’S GROCERY J. L. LUCAS — Owner 283 West Main Street Grafton, WV Phone 265-0740 151 KNOTTS PALLET CO. P.O. Box 93 Grafton, WV 265 3166 Best Western CRISLIP MOTOR LODGE U.S. 50 W. of Jet. I 19 Grafton, WV Phone 265-2100 MRS. JEWEL C. CRISLIP, Pres. D. L. Cox, General Manager CONGRATULATIONS TO THE GRADUATING SENIORS OF GRAFTON HIGH SCHOOL From the MARK ANTHONY RESTAURANT LYN-CRIS BOWLARAMA INC. U.S. Route 50 East Grafton, WV Phone 265 2512 Route 50 West Grafton, WV BILL'S T.V. SERVICE I 16 Grand Street Phone — 265-0942 GRAFTON, TEXACO STA. EVERETT MAXWELL, Mgr. 1308 W. Main Street Grafton, WV 152 TAYLOR COUNTY SUPPLY Hardware, Plumbing, and Electrical Supplies 245 West Main Street Phone 265 3456 Owner — MRS. RAMONA H. COOPER KISNER'S EXXON SERVICE LOAR JEWELRY COMPANY Art Carved Diamond Rings Main Street Phone 265-3305 Grafton, WV Your Happy Motoring Service Beech and Yates Street Phone 265 0970 KOM-PAC STORE I 15 W. Main Street BARBARA AND BOB CRAFT, Managers Congratulations Class of 74 Compliments of BALTIMORE AND OHIO RAILROAD 153 OZITE CORPORATION Rubber and Chemical Country Club Road Grafton, WV BEN FRANKLIN 5 and 10 Grafton, WV W. VA. TRUCK SALES INC., NO. 2 Distributors of BROCKWAY TRUCKS and CLINE TRUCKS Fontaine Trailers 105 North Pike St. Grafton, W. Va. 154 BIGGIES Route 50 Grafton, WV MALONES PHARMACY The REXALL Store Your Money Buys More in a Real Drug Store. 16 West Main Phone 265-0102 J. LEE EVANS FURNITURE COMPANY 107 West Main Street Grafton, WV Furnishing Homes and Offices Since 1898 155 GRAFTON APPAREL MANUFACTURING COMPANY Blouses and Dresses by VERA Riverside Drive Grafton, WV TOOTHMAN FORD SALES, INC. Telephone 265-3000 265-2006 U.S. Rt. 50 West Grafton, WV 26354 Cameras — Film Film Processing Complete Line of Sporting Goods 121 West Main Street Grafton, WV 156 THE BLUEVILLE BANK OF GRAFTON No. 7 Harman Center Phone 265-3400 Member F.D.I.C. ARNOLD H. KNOTTS Grafton, WV KNOTTS FUNERAL HOME We Don't Just Talk Service We Give Service Before, During, and After. Ask Those We Have Served. JENKINS CLEANERS 158 Autograph Page 160 I