Greensville County High School - Riparian Yearbook (Emporia, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 144 of the 1961 volume:

LIBRARY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA Virginia Hi i School League 2962 ...50 td y ear Of Progress Presented On Retrospect By Ode Seniors Of Qreensville County H igd Softool Smpo ria, Virginia. Qveensville County Higfi School 1961 Published By Che Senior Class Of Qveensville County High School Smporia, Va MEMBER SOUTHERN INTERSCHOLASTIC PRESS ASSOCIATION 1948 - The homecoming festivities are eagerly awaited each year at G.C.H.S. Each lovely princess is escorted in a figure at the dance by a member of the foot¬ ball squad. 1958 - The Brunswick vs. Emporia game has always created a sporting sense of rivalry. Each year this game is anxiously awaited as the students wonder which school will be victorious. 1935 - Hi-Ywork has long been an important link between the school and the church. This club has been very active since its organi¬ zation in Emporia in the Thirties. TT ,T TEL LL Kl oEiVi vyi ' i ' t traditions Of tfie Past 50th Anniversary... Contents ADMINISTRATION CLASSES FEATURES ATHLETICS ACTIVITIES ADVERTISEMENTS We remember It is with heart-felt appreciation that we pause to pay tribute to these superintendents of Greens¬ ville County schools who have served untiringly to promote the educational opportunities in our community. Henry Maclin 1897-1929 General E. E. Goodwyn 1929-1930 Dr. C. K. Holsinger 1930-1938 Herbert L. Webb 1938-1950 Esmond R. Riedel 1950-1961 c half cpjrfaru of smict. The RIPARIAN STAFF salutes the faculty of 1911 for their constant endeavors and for their contributions toward the expansion of the Greensville County school system. The Riparian Staff also salutes the 1961 faculty which the students consider as one of the very best. The teachers have given much of their time, effort and consideration to the welfare of the students. On behalf of the students, the Riparian Staff wishes to acknowledge these teachers for their patience and devoted service. ■H In the year 1908 the conscientious citizens of Greensville County decided that they did, indeed, need an establishment of higher learn¬ ing. As a result of this decision the first Greensville County Elementary and high- school building was erected on South Main Street. During the preceding years teachers had instructed students of the rural areas in any site available. Even in town, the county ' s only high school was a warehouse. The modern brick building was regarded with pride by the inhabitants of Emporia as an appropriate symbol of their diligent efforts. At last a suitable place for the proper education of their children had been established. A place of advancement of themselves and their county in the future had been their ultimate goal, and that they had achieved. So well did the county grow and prosper that in 1916 a separate high-school building was erected. The pupils in no way disappointed their elders. In scholastic, as well as extracurricu¬ lar activities, which were commenced, the students were exceptional. Football, basket¬ ball, baseball, and track teams, now the pride of the entire school, began their upward climb under the expert guidance of their first coach. With the help and inspiration of experienced, qualified teachers, students regarded with zeal their daily studies. In time, however, the county outgrew the old building, requiring the erection of a new building in 1952 of which they could be equally as proud. The athletic teams organized in 1908 reached their highest triumph of district wins with new equipment offered by their new school. The clubs, offering rhetorical contests and debates, reflected the skills developed in the class rooms. Now, as always, Emporia can be proud of her schools. The buildings, both old and new, are an influencing factor. Greensville County High School has been and always will be one of those at the top. Miss Johnson and Miss Davis view the competition to be met at the 1961 Southern Interscholastic Press Association convention. G.C.H.S. ' student council has received annually an achieve¬ ment award, and it is displayed here by President Teeny Jones. Coach Emory Davis displays the 1959 Track Trophy, which is one of many at G.C.H.S. Club president Pattie Wood and sponsor, Mr. Overbey, plan for the next meeting. Butler Barrett, our spelling King, shows us his tech - niques. • • ed at G.C.H.S. 1929 - At seeing these somber expressions, the editing the 1929 newspaper was really that difficult! 1934 - May Court - Queen-Miss Martha Jolly; Queen Regent- Miss Rachel Bowen; Crown Bearer—Miss Frances Doyle. W’ . V fijri nn Lp:v v rJ 1948 - Coach Bill Bowman led the Eagles in the most successful season in G.C.H.S. history. The team, having no more than six points scored against them, won the district championship and Southside district title. 1954 - Students of G.C.H.S. proudly enter¬ ed the new modern high school in 1953. 1961 - Activities in the senior year are numerous. These seniors are depicting the New York trip, the publication of the Green and Gold , graduation, the publication of the Riparian, and the senior play. —em Dedication Only a man of unusually strong character and extensive experience could undertake and successfully fulfill the demanding duties of a high- school principal and superintendent of schools. The students of Greens¬ ville County schools found such a man in their own superintendent, Mr. E. R. Riedel. Mr. Riedel was graduated from Elon College, North Carolina, from which he received his Ph. B. degree. He then attended the University of Virginia and received his M.A. degree. 12 In 1947 Mr. Riedel became the principal of our high school. He also assumed the duties of the superintendent of the county schools in the latter half of that year. Since then he has continued as our superintendent. Mr. Riedel has held many positions prior to coming to G.C.H.S., including these: instructor in mathematics at Lane High School, dean of students at Florida Southern College and dean of summer school at Guatamala. We have had many opportunities to witness his exuberance and diversity. We have found in him a man with a vast scope of knowledge and one willing to share with us the fruits of his accomplishments and experiences. When one seeks guidance from him, Mr. Riedel ' s patience knows no boundaries. That problem becomes expedient to him, too. Mr. Riedel is an outstanding leader in our county. He is past president of both the Rotary Club and the Ruritan Club and a past Lieutenant Governor of the National Ruritan Club. He is also a member of the board of directors of Greensville Memorial Hospital. A member of Main Street Methodist Church, Mr. Riedel teaches the Gordon L. Vincent Bible Class. He is a member of the Board of Stewards and is a church lay leader. We the class of 1961 hold a special place in our hearts for Mr. Riedel, for he commenced his career at Greensville County in the same year that we started our school life. We will ever be mind¬ ful of his friendliness, his faith in young people, and his wisdom in counselling. Our graduation will be significant to us in two ways: we shall culminate our high-school career, and Mr. Riedel will relinquish his superintendency at G.C.H.S. Mr. Riedel ' s integrity and unfailing resourcefulness have always been sufficient to cope with any problem. These qualities have established him as a successful educator and confidant of students. It is with respect and appreciation of the services rendered to us that we the senior class of 1961 proudly dedicate this, our Golden Anniversary Riparian , to Mr. E. R. Riedel. Mr. Riedel is busy at work in his new office. 13 Throughout the years our teachers have given us guid¬ ance and inspiration. From 1911 to 1961 there has been no alteration in their devotion to the students. They have fur¬ nished us with knowledge from their interminable resources. Additional tidbits of inform¬ ation that have been conveyed to us will aid in making us better i nf o r me d citizens of tomorrow. It is with profound appre¬ ciation and esteem that the students of Greensville County High School sincerely salute the teachers who have served them so diligently in the past and who are continuing to do so. A Letter So Sfie Students The faculty and I congratulate the student body for all it has done to make this one of the finest years in the history of the school. The student leaders are to be commended for their vision, foresight, and excellent cooperation. We have had a wonderful year together, and we should be proud of the students ' achievements. To the members of the senior class, I extend my very best wishes for a successful career. Sincerely yours, Roberts 16 School Board; Messrs. A. G. Slate, V. J. Kreienbaum, and C.P. Flythe, Chairman; Supt. E. R. Riedel, Clerk. Director of Public Instruction, Mr. A. G. Wright. Administrators Leadership may be defined as a trait which enables jobs to be done in the proper way and at the proper time. G.C.H.S. has been very fortunate to have well qualified admin¬ istrators to lead and direct her educational proceedings. The Riparian Staff wishes to express its appreciation for the fine work done by these dedicated administrators. Secretary to the Principal, Mrs. Louise Stainback. Secretary to the Superintendent, Miss Nell Jean. 17 Mrs. Mrs. Sudie Brothers Elizabeth Cook 3aculiy B.S., Longwood College, English B.S., Madison College, Chemistry, Biology Mr. Emory Davis Miss Lucy Davis B.S., Concord College, Physical Education, Head Coach B.S., Longwood College, University of Virginia, Mathematics Mrs. Rachel Gobble B.A., Elon College, English Miss Trixie Johnson B.A., M. Ed., College of William and Mary, Uni¬ versity of Virginia, History Mr. William Jones Mr. Joe Morrow B.A., M. Ed., Elon College, College of William and Mary, University of Tulsa History, World Geography B.S., University of Tenn¬ essee, Vocational Agricul¬ ture Mrs. Romine Overbey B.S., Longwood College, Physical Education, English Mr. William Overbey B.S., M. Ed., Presbyterian Junior College, University of Virginia, Longwood College, History, Mathematics Mrs. Judson Parker B.A., College of William and Mary, Madison, Long¬ wood, Flordia Southern Librarian Mrs. Lota Reid B.A., College of William and Mary, English, Latin Mrs. Dorrice Rogers B.S., Woman ' s College of the University of North Caroli na, Health, Physical Education, Girls ' Coach Mr. John Savage B.S., East Carolina, Band Mrs. Pauline Slate Mr. Douglas Stump B.A., College of William and Mary, Home Economics B.S., Concord College, Science, Physical Edu¬ cation Mrs. Jane Tucker faculty B.S., Mary Washington College of the University of Virginia, Bookkeeping, Typewriting, Shorthand Mrs. Merle Vassar B.S., Madison College, Longwood, Science, Home Economics i Mrs. Betty Wiley B.S., Blackstone College, Longwood College, Mathematics Mr. Burwell Winslow B.S., East Carolina, Industrial Arts Mrs. Jessie Wood B.S., Longwood College, French, English Miss Elsie Riggan Mrs. Virginia Bryant Dietitians Mr. Lawford Lynch Custodian 20 wmr maaM M r m It is with saddened hearts that the students and the faculty members realize that Miss Lucy Davis will retire this year from the teaching profession, a vocation she has followed devotedly for forty-three years. Ever since Miss Davis came to Emporia fifteen years ago, she has been one of the favorite teachers here. In her classes of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry, students have been able to grasp easily the knowledge that Miss Davis had to impart and to enjoy lighter moments of fun. Her students who later attended colleges found that they had a thorough background in mathematics. They appreciate all the encouragement and individual attention offered them by Miss Davis. Honoring Miss Cucy Davis Being a senior sponsor, Miss Davis is especially dear to the hearts of the seniors. Seniors have sought her ad¬ vice on personal problems as well as those of mathematical nature. An avid sports fan, Miss Davis seldom missed an athletic event in which her boys and girls were participating. Her enthusiasm and devotion were contagious. Yes, G.C.H.S. will miss Miss Lucy Davis, but each one who was associated with her will reserve a special niche in his heart in which she will reside. Student activity is focused in the classroom. Because of this Greensville County has sought to provide the best facilities possible. The teach¬ ers at the school are ranked with the best in the state. The Student Cooperative Association has done a great deal to promote honesty and fair play. The honor code es¬ tablished by this organization has aided in molding the char¬ acter of the students. From the varied subjects offered a student can find the course of study necessary for his plans of the future--re¬ gardless of the field he selects. ' Senior Cuss Officers From left to right: Evelyn King, Corresponding Secretary; Shirley Keedwell, Recording Secretary; Butler Barrett, President; Frankie Bowen, Vice-President; Jeannette Mitchell, Treasurer; Jerry Callahan, Photographer. Motto: Success is what we make it. Flower: Red Carnation Colors: Red and White 24 EARL DEAN ALLEN WAVERLY RUSSELL BAILEY Seniors ELSIE LEE BARNES CHARLES BUTLER BARRETT SHIRLEY ANN BARNES 25 FRANCIS PARKER BOWEN, JR. Seniors ANNIE PAULETTE CARTER LYNDA LEE CONNER 26 HERBERT BARTLE COX ROY EDWIN DOYLE Seniors 27 HAROLD HARRISON GOODWYN Seniors JUDITH LYLE GORDON WILLIAM THOMAS HARDING, III EDWARD WAYNE HARRIS LEMOUL TERRY HARRELL 28 ROBERT HUNT HARRIS, JR. Seniors KATHERINE ANN HOY SHIRLEY VIRGINIA KEEDWELL 29 Class FRANK BANE LIFSEY, JR. LESTER REAMY KING JUDITH CAROL MARTIN BETTIE ANNE MASSEY Seniors EVELYN JEANNETTE MITCHELL PATRICIA ANN MATTHEWS 30 Seniors JEANNE VAUGHAN RIGGAN 31 Class JAMES HOLT RYALS WILLIAM DARDEN ROWELL, JR. BETTY ANN SABO Seniors CHARLES ALBERT SABO, JR. MILES CURTIS SAUNDERS, JR. MARTHA DOUGLAS SAFFELLE 32 )f ’61 SUSAN LEE SCHEEDEMANTEL ADOLPHUS GREEN SLATE, m WILLIAM CLINTON SLATE, JR. Seniors RICHARD WESLEY TAYLOR 33 JULIA ROSE TUCK BARBARA DALTON WEEKS Seniors RALPH ROY WILEY 34 JUNE CAROLE WILSON PATTIE WARREN WOOD Seniors Seniors surprise Miss Davis on her birthday on November 5, 1960. 35 Class Poems Standing United in Cap and Gown The past twelve years in which we grew Pass before us in sentimental review. Some smile, some cry, but none show a frown Standing united in cap and gown. We have been trained for life’s difficult game; Now we look for new horizons to tame. We think of our future in each city and town, Standing united in cap and gown. Now we must leave with sadness and tears, As our Alma Mater rings in our ears. For the last time we hear its radiant sound, Standing united in cap and gown. Billy Rowell Perspective This modern new school may seem old and dear As the excitement of graduation is drawing so near; The road to graduation was through joy and tears, But any senior will tell you they were wonderful years! We were sometimes talkative and a little too smart, But when the teachers punished us, our best interests was at heart. Our studies were hard, but we all seemed to pass - Each one knew he must to remain part of his class. We shall all graduate now and enter life, A life of work that is torn with strife. While leaving, we look back in sorrow, For we know there’ll be no school tomorrow. We shall get our diplomas and go our way Only to meet here again ten years from today. We ' ll eat and we ' ll talk and make a big mess As we reminisce of our times at old G.C.H.S. Terry Harrell 36 Class History The time approaches in the history of every graduating class when the members pause and recall the events leading to their exodus. They must evaluate their accomplishments and actions during their high-school career. Each class has its own history, and each is unique in its own way. We the class of 1961 entered the eighth grade in 1956. We had high standards to uphold, criteria set by the first graduating class in 1911 and the classes that followed. Just a short while elapsed before the class realized what was meant by their seventh grade commencement. It was really a commencement--not a graduation. An entirely new way of life lay open for us. The class soon understood and overcame the obstacles that could halt its climb to success. On June 9, 1957, we found that we no longer ne eded the imaginary map we haddrawn of our classrooms. We could recall with pride our class picnic and participation in the May Day exercises. We really entered into the school spirit in our freshman year. Everyone worked diligently on the Freshman-Sophomore dance. We took part in the sports and in club work. Our annual picnic completed the year’s events. The Freshman-Sophomore dance and class picnic marked our sophomore year. At the picnic there was much elation about our status as juniors in the approaching semester. Our expectations of our junior year were fulfilled by the junior minstrel, In the Evening by the Moonlight, and our junior-senior prom, Stairway to the Stars, which could never be excelled. Finally in 1960-61 we approached our goal. We were seniors. Our trips to New York and to the inauguration, the class play, and the prom created much excitement in our senior year. We had completed with success the steps along the way. We now had to prepare ourselves to leave high school and to enter varied professions upon our graduation. We the class of 1961 are the fiftieth class to pass through the hallowed doors of G.C.H.S. We believe we have lived up to the honored traditions of the past, and we hope that we have been instrumental in providing incentives to the succeeding classes. 37 EARL DEAN ALLEN Football 1,2,3,4; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Track 2,3,4; Baseball 1,2,3,4; Co-Captain 3; Monogram 1,2,3,4; Sergeant-at-arms 2; Vice-President 3; President 4; Latin Club 1,2; Reporter 1; Beta Club 2,3,4; Sergeant-at-arms 3; Reporter 4; Boys State 3; SCA Representative 1,3,4; Outstanding Senior, 4. GENE BENJAMIN ALLEN FFA 1,2,3,4; Sentinel 2; Treasurer 3; President 4; SCA 4; Treasurer 4. WAVERLY RUSSELL BAILEY Patrol Sergeant 3. ELSIE LEE BARNE S Transfer from Petersburg High School 3; JV Bas¬ ketball 1,2; Captain 2; Softball 1; Intramural Bas¬ ketball 3; Publicity Committee 4. SHIRLEY ANN BARNES Latin Club 1,2; Annual Staff 4; Assistant Typist 4; Perfect Attendance 2; Green and Gold, 4; Intra - mural Basketball 3. CHARLES BUTLER BARRETT Curley Latin 1,2; Officer 2; Beta Club 2,3,4; Treasurer 4; Class Reporter 2; Class President 3,4; Prince of Junior-Senior Prom 3; French Club 1,2; Forensic 3,4; SCA Representative 4; Outstanding Senior 4. FRANCIS PARKER BOWEN Frankie Football 1,2,3,4; Basketball 2,3,4; Baseball 2,3,4; Track 3; Library Club 1; Latin Club 1,2; Hi-Y 1,2, 3,4; Vice-President 3; Monogram Club 3,4; Class Photographer 3; Vice-President 4; SCA Representa¬ tive 3; Outstanding Senior 4. JERRY WAYNE CALLAHAN Monogram Club 2,3,4; Football 1,2,3,4; Tri-Captain 4; Track 2,3,4; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Baseball 4; Latin Club 1,2; Library Club 1; Chairman of Nominating Committee 4; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Secretary 1; Class Photographer 1,2,4; SCA Representative 2. ANNIE PAULETTE CARTER Latin Club 1.2: Green and Gold 3.4: Assistant Typist 3; Assistant Business Manager 4; Annual Staff 4; Assistant Typist 4: Intramural Basketball 1,2,3,4. BRENDA SUE CONNER Library Club 1,2,3; Treasurer 3; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4 ' ; Treasurer 1,2; Latin Club 1,2; FTA 3,4; President 3,4; Beta Club 3,4; French Club 3,4; Annual Staff 4; Assistant Art Editor 4; Delegate to SVEA Conven¬ tion 4. LYNDA LEE CONNER Speedie Basketball 1,2.3.4: Co-Captain 4; French Club 3; Monogram 3,4; Green and Gold 4; Assistant Art Editor 4; Annual Staff 4; Art Editor 4; SCA Repre¬ sentative 2. HERBERT BARTLE COX Herb Transfer from Farmville, North Carolina 4; Science Club 1,2,3; General Business Club 2; French Club 4; SCA Club Representative 4; Band 1,2,3,4; Dance Band 3; Baseball 3; Class Project Committee 4; Annual Staff 4; Assistant Feature Editor 4. JOYCE EVELYN DEFOREST Library Club 1; FHA 1,2,3,4; Secretary 2; Degree Chairman 3: Co-Chairman Project Committee 4. ROY EDWIN DOYLE PEGGY ANN FARIS Band 1,2; FHA 1; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4. JUDY LANE FERGUSON Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Scrapbook Editor 1; Library Club 1; Latin Club 1,2; Treasurer 1; Photographer 2; Beta Club 2,3,4; SCA 3,4; Representative 3; Correspond¬ ing Secretary 4; Corresponding Secretary of Class 3; Chairman of Commencement Committee 4; Intra¬ mural Basketball 2,3,4; Model General Assembly 3; Secretary to the Youth Governor 3; Annual Staff 4; Head Typist and Photographer 4; Newspaper Clinic 4; Green and Gold 3,4; Head Typist 3; Editor 4; Homecoming Court 4; SIPA Convention 4; SCA District Meeting 4; Outstanding Senior 4. KAY FRANCES FERGUSON Library Club 1; Latin Club 1,2; FHA 1,3,4; Beta Club 1,2,3; FHA Convention 1; Green and Gold 4; Head Typist 4. AMOS ARTHUR GORDON, JR. French Club 3. JUDITH LYLE GORDON Judy Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Secretary 1; Beta Club 2,3,4; Junior Marshal 3; Co-Chairman Citizenship Committee 4; Delegate to VEA Convention 4; Library Club 1,2,3; Treasurer 3; Latin Club 1,2; French Club 3,4; Treasurer 3; FTA 3,4; Secretary 3,4; Annual Staff 4; Assistant Class Editor 4. WILLIAM THOMAS HARDING, HI Bill Football 1,2,3,4; Co-Captain 2; Hi-Y 2,3,4; Treas¬ urer 4; Track 2,3,4; Basketball 1; French Club 3; Monogram Club 3,4, LEMOUL TERRY HARRELL SCA Representative 2; French Club 3; Monogram Club4; Basketball 1,3; Track 2,3; Captain 3; Base¬ ball 3; Class Poet 4. 38 EDWARD WAYNE HARRIS Wayne” Hi-Y 1; Patrol 1,2; Latin Club 1; Publicity Committee 4. ROBERT HUNT HARRIS, JR. Patrol 1,2. JOHN PAUL HARRISON Johnny” Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; President 1; Vice-President 4; Mono¬ gram Club 3,4; Reporter 4; Football 1,2,3,4; Tri- Captain 4; Basketball 1,3,4; Track 1,3,4; Baseball 1, 3,4. KATHERINE ANN HOY Kitty” French Club 3,4; Basketball Practice Team 1; Latin Club 1,2; Glee Club 1,2; Green and Gold 4; Copy Editor 4; Annual Staff 3,4; Junior Editor 3; Feature Editor 4; SC A Representative 4; Beta Club 2,3,4; Model General Assembly 2,3; Blue Ridge Assembly 2; Cheerleader 4; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; President 2; Vice-President 3; Treasurer 4. WALTER VINCENT JONES Teeny” Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Secretary 3; Football 1,2,3,4; Bas¬ ketball 1,2,3,4; Track 2,3,4; Baseball 1,2,3,4; Track 2,3,4; Baseball 1,2,3,4; Library Club 1; Beta Club 2,3,4; Treasurer 3; Class President 2; District Hi-Y Meeting 3; Monogram Club 3,4; Model General Assembly 3; Latin Club 1,2; SCA District Meeting 1,3,4; SCA State Meeting 3; SCA State Workshop 3; SCA 1,3,4; Representative 1; Vice-President 3; President 4; President of Dis¬ trict SCA 4; Outstanding Senior 4; Optimist Out¬ standing Boy 4. SHIRLEY VIRGINIA KEEDWELL French 1,2; Vice-President 1; Beta Club 2,3,4; Corresponding Secretary 4; Monogram 2,3,4; Cheer¬ leader 1,2,3,4; Head Cheerleader 4; Blue Ridge Assembly 4; Homecoming 1,3,4; SCA Convention 1,2; Latin 1,2; President 1; Vice-President 2; SCA 1, 2,4; Class Secretary 1,2,3,4; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Vice- President 2; Chaplain 3; President 4; Play Committee 4; Outstanding Senior 4. EVELYN CREWS KING El Crews Latin Club 1,2; Secretary 1; Reporter 2; Hi-Y 1,2, 3,4; President 1; Secretary 2; Vice-President 4; SCA Club Representative 3; Intramural Sports 2; Major¬ ette 4; Blue Ridge Assembly 2; Model General Assembly 3; Doorkeeper 3; Class Corresponding Secretary 4; Beta Club 2,3,4; Annual Staff 4; Copy Editor 4: Green and Gold 2,4; Assistant Girls’ Sports Editor 2; Business Manager 4; Chairman Play Committee 4; Class Historian 4. LESTER REAMY KING Screwball Band 1,2,3,4; FFA 1,2,3; Sentinel 3; Patrol 1,2,3; Captain 3; SCA Representative 1; Hi-Y 1,2; Chap - lain 2. FRANK BANE LIFSEY, JR. Bean Hi-Y 1; Football 3,4; Basketball 2,3; Track 3; Baseball 3; Publicity Committee 4, Monogram Club 4. JUDITH CAROL MARTIN Judy Transfer from William R. Boone High School of Orlando, Florida 3; French Club 3,4; Hi-Y 3,4; FTA 3,4; Vice-President 4; Annual Staff 4; Assistant Girls’ Sports Editor 4; Chairman Nominating Committee 4; Delegate to SVEA Convention 4. PATRICIA ANN MATTHEWS Trisha Basketball 1,2,3,4; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Latin Club 1,2; FHA 1,2,3,4; Patrol 2,3,4; Treasurer 3. EVELYN JEANNETTE MITCHELL Latin Club 1,2; Beta Club 2,3,4; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Vice-President 1; Chaplain 2; Senior Class Treas¬ urer; Junior Marshal 3. NANCY WRAY POOLE Class Treasurer 1; SCA Representative 1; FHA 1,2; Homecoming Court 4; Green and Gold 4. WILLIAM MARVIN PRUETT Billy Band 1,2,3,4; Green and Gold 1,2,3,4; Grammar School Editor 1; Assistant Business Manager 2; Forensic Club 1,2,3,4; Latin Club 1,2; French Club 3,4; Reporter 4; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Reporter 1; Chap¬ lain 3; Secretary 4; Blue Ridge Assembly 3; Dis¬ trict Play Festival 2; Annual Staff 3,4; Photographer 3; Assistant Business Manager 4; Class Project Committee 4; Delegate to Hi-Y Convention 4. BETTY CAROLE RICHARDSON Boots Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Forensic Club 2,3,4; Library Club 1; Annual Staff 4; Typist 4; Commencement Committee 4; Basketball Practice Team 2; Intramural Archery 2,3,4; Intramural Basketball 3,4; Green and Gold 3,4; Business Manager 4; News Editor 4; News¬ paper Clinic 4. JEANNE VAUGHAN RIGGAN Glee Club 2; Majorette 2,3,4; Drum Majorette 4; Assistant Librarian 3; Beta Club 2,3,4; Correspond¬ ing Secretary 4; French Club 3; Play Committee 4; Homecoming Court 1,3,4; Queen 4; Vice-President of Class 2,3; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Chaplain 1,2; Reporter 3; Corresponding Secretary 4; Outstanding Senior 4; Miss Emporia 4. WILLIAM DARDEN ROWELL Billy FFA 1,3; Hi-Y 1; Library Club 1; Baseball 2,3,4; Track 2,3,4; Monogram Club 4; Class Poet 4. 39 JAMES HOLT RYALS ’’Jimmie” Monogram Club 3,4; Model General Assembly 2; Track 3,4; French Club 3; Hi-Y Conference 1; Hi- Y 1,2,3,4; Secretary 1; Football 2; Basketball 1,2,3, 4. BETTY ANN SABO Latin Club 1,2; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Monogram Club 2,3,4; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; FHA1,2,3,4; Treasurer 2; Vice- President 3; President 4; FHA State Convention 3; FHA Federation 4; Secretary 4; Outstanding FHA Member Award 3. CHARLES ALBERT SABO, JR. ’’Buddy” FFA 1,2,3,4; President 4; Secretary 3; Patrol 1,2; Football 2; FHA Sweetheart 4. MARTHA DOUGLAS SAFFELLE ’’Patsy” Beta Club 2,3,4; Latin Club 1,2; Secretary 1; Vice- President 2; French Club 3,4; Treasurer 3; Presi¬ dent 4; SCA 1,2,3,4; Recording Secretary 4; Mono¬ gram Club 3,4; Cheerleader 2,3,4; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Secretary 1; Treasurer 2; Model General Assem¬ bly 3; Blue Ridge Assembly 3; Homecoming Court 1,2,4; Maid-of-Honor 4; Tobacco Festival 4; Girls’ State 3; Annual Staff 3,4; Junior Editor 3; Assis¬ tant Editor 4; Glee Club 1,2; Class Officer 1,2; Secretary 1; Treasurer 2; SIPA 3,4; ’’Miss Em¬ poria” 3 Outstanding Senior; Optimist Outstand¬ ing Girl”; Chairman Program Committee 4; SCA District Meeting 3,4; SCA State Convention 3. MILES CURTIS SAUNDERS, JR. Curt” Library Club 1; Latin Club 1,2; President 2; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Reporter 1,3; President 4; Beta Club 2,3,4; Football 1,2; French Club 3,4; President 3; Vice- President 4; Green and Gold 3,4; Boys’ Sports Editor 3; Forensic Club 3,4; Treasurer 4; Annual Staff 4; Boys’ Sports Editor 4; Boys’ State 3; Out¬ standing Senior 4. SUSAN LEE SCHEIDEMANTEL Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; French Club 3.4: Green and Gold 3; Cheerleader 4; Annual Staff 4; Girls ' Sports Editor 4; Latin Club 1,2; Scrapbook Editor 1; Basketball 1, 2,3; Practice Team 1; Varsity 2; Manager 3; Glee Club 2; Monogram Club 3,4. ADOLPHUS G. SLATE, III ’’Buddy Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Reporter 1; Treasurer 3; Beta Club 2, 3,4; Monogram 1,2,3,4; Vice-President 4; Football 1,2,3,4; Tri-Captain 4; Track 2,3,4; Basketball 2; Latin Club 1,2; Commencement Committee 4. WILLIAM CLINTON SLATE, JR. ’’Billy Hi-Y 1,2; Vice-President 1; Football 1,3; Track 3; Band 1,2; Monogram Club 3,4. BARBARA KELLY STEPHENSON Latin Club 1,2; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Beta Club 2,3,4; French Club 3,4; Perfect Attendance 1,3; Junior Marshal 3; Co-Chairman Citizenship Committee 4. RICHARD WESLEY TAYLOR Bone Band 1; Library Club 1; Track 2; Industrial Arts 1, 2,3,4; Class Photographer 2. WILLIAM GREENE THOMPSON Bill” Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Treasurer 1; Chaplain 4; Band 1,2,3, 4; First Lieutenant 4; SCA Representative 2,3; SIPA Convention 3; Annual Staff 4; Business Manager 4; Latin Club 1,2; Publicity Committee 4; Basketball 3, 4; Track 4; Beta Club 4; Monogram Club 3,4; Sec¬ retary-Treasurer 4. JULIA ROSE TUCK RONALD FRANCIS VINCENT Romie” Glee Club 1; FFA 1; Hi-Y 1; Track 1. BARBARA DALTON WEEKS Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; French Club 3,4; Latin Club 1,2; Forensic 1,2,3,4; Library 1,2,3; Green and Gold 4; Girls’ Sport Editor 4; Delegate Hi-Y Convention 4. CATHERINE JANICE WENDELL Doodle FHAl,2,3,4;Treasurer 4: Green and Gold 4; Assis¬ tant Typist 4; Safety Patrol. NANCY JUANITA WILLS French Club 3; Green and Gold 3,4; Typist 4. JUNE CAROL WILSON French Club 1; Basketball 4. PATTIE WARREN WOOD Annual Staff 3,4; Junior Editor 3; Editor 4; Beta Club 2,3,4; Vice President 3; President 4; Class President 1; Treasurer 3; Hi-Y 1,2,3,4; Cheer¬ leader 2,3,4; Girls’ State 3; French Club 3,4; Latin Club 1,2; Model General Assembly 3; Blue Ridge Assembly 2; SIPA 3,4; Monogram Club 3,4; Glee Club 1,2; Junior Marshal 3; D.A.R. Best Citizen 4; Outstanding Senior 4; Program Committee 4. THOMAS HERBERT WRENN, JR. Tommy Band 1,2,3,4; 2nd Lieutenant 4; Latin 1,2; Mono¬ gram 3,4; Baseball 1,2,3,4; Football 3; Track 2,3, 4; Hi-Y 3,4; Annual Staff 4; Assistant Boys ' Sport Editor 4; Basketball 3,4. MAXINE LEE WRIGHT Hi-Y 1,2; Chaplain 1; Latin Club 1; Annual Staff 4; Assistant Typist 4; Homecoming Court 4; Green and Gold 4; Managing Editor 4. 40 A Message 3row 1911 (5o 1961 When your efficient and tactful editor of the 1961 Riparian reminded me that they would celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the first Riparian in 19111 could not believe it! But figures always tell the truth and she is right. As editor of that first annual I am asked to reminisce a little. The five members of the class of 1911 were the first graduating class of the newly accredited four-year high school. We were very proud of the fine new two-story brick building which was completed in 1908. We had a very small library in the up-stairs hall, which we called a reading room. There was no auditorium, no gymnasium. The high school and the elementary grades were all in the same building with only sixteen teachers for the entire student body of five hundred pupils. Of this number, one was a music teacher and one a commercial teacher. There were only forty-seven in the high school. There was no television to take us from our studies at night, no automobiles to take us to football games, (in fact there was no football team), no movies except for week-end enter¬ tainment sometimes, no school band and no airplanes. Yet, of this 1911 class, all five went to college, four graduated and were teachers for a while, four married and two reared families, the two boys served as officers in World War 1, four are still living and rendering service in their respective communities. Yes, this is the year to celebrate fifty years of publishing an annual at dear old Greens¬ ville County High School. Most of our splendid teachers have claimed their heavenly rewards. Three wars and a major depression have left their impression. National calamities and per¬ sonal tragedies have touched us all. Yet loyalties, friendships and ideals made in our high school days are warm and vivid, and the first editor of your annual is delighted to pay homage to the past of our school, and to salute the fine youths who will insure a great future. In spite of the hazards of an atomic age we wish you happiness and success in the next fifty years! - Ruth Harding Coyner, Editor Paul King Sallie Cooper Bailey Turner Mason Chambliss Lucy Matilda Maclin junior Class Off icevs From left to right: Roger Collier, President; Billy Grammer, Vice-President; Jo Ann Brett, Secretary; Jimmy Ferguson, Reporter; Keith Mitchell, Treasurer; Joyce Ligon, Photographer. Flower - Iris Motto - A Sound Mind in a Sound Body” Colors - Lavender and White 42 Joyce Allen Martha Lane Allen Danny Blankenship Judy L. Bowen junior Chss Judy M. Bowen Frances Cannon Doris Braddy Lola Cannon Jo Ann Brett Norman Clarke Mary Campbell Roger Collier | 43 Dick Collins Judis Darden Paul Dianis Billy Dickens Major Project 3o r tone IJear Bill Downs Danny Fackler Billy Edwards Ann Carter Faison Merilyn Edwards Barbara Faison Gwynn Epps Jimmy Ferguson 44 Brenda Goodwyn Judy Gordon Sallie Gordon Billy Grammer Was Sftc Junior-Senior Prom Freddie Grant Loretta Harris Mary Ann Griffin Shirley Harrison Earl Grizzard Becky Hobbs George Hammond Dorothy Hobbs 45 George Holloway Junior Huskey Matt Hutcheson Lynn Jordan We Were Delighted Dee Laine Justice Paul Ligon Betty Jean Kellam Peggy Ligon Sue Klugel Linda Lowery Joyce Ligon Beverly Lucy 46 Dottie Lyzotte Sara McKinney Keith Mitchell Michael Mitchell Receive Our Class Rings Jerry Moore Estelle Perkins Marilyn Ondich Daniel Pollard Peggy Owen Gloria Rae Elsie Padgett Judy Rae 47 Walter Robinson Caren Schlenker Barbara Shepard Pearl Silvers We Are Cooking 3orw2Ltd Coo Phillip Smith W. L. Tomlinson Suzanne Stainback Linda Wesson Aletha Starke Ben Wheeler Sonja Sykes Gene Whitehead 48 Bobby Wilson Linda Wrenn Frances Wright David Zimmerman Becoming Seniors On $une $n Memoriam On Thursday, September 1 5, 1960, a tragic accident which took the life of Gail Antoinette Lashley left its imprint on our memory. It is sad that it should happen to one so young, with so much of her life yet to live. Gail was always so happy and vivacious that she brightened the lives of everyone who knew her. Gail, the daughter of John Edward and Katharyne Hastings Lashley, was born July 12, 1944. She was an active member in her church, Main Street Baptist, and in her school work. Her carefree and yet humane presence will be sorely missed by us, the students of G.C.H.S. 49 Sophomore Sophomore Class Officers Left to right: President, Edward Wood; Vice President, Mike Taylor; Secretary, Anne Gordon; Reporter, Mary Tedesco; Photographer, Susie Pair. Motto: The escalator of success is not working; take the stairs. Flower: Rose Colors: Blue and White 50 ass Clinton Allen Dennis Allen Nancy Allen Ronnie Allen Betty Baker Kelly Barnes Virginia Barnes Joyce Blick Brenda Collins Howard Conwell Betsy Crutchlow Jerry DeForest Patricia DeForest Myrtice Dickens Edward Doyle Jerry Doyle 51 Sophomo re Judy Doyle Diana Ferguson Anne Gordon Wayne Gregory John Harding Ann Harris Jean Harrison Freddie Harvey Jean Hobbs Patricia Hobbs Ann Hudson Suzanne Ivey Ted Ivey Mary Jones Robert Jones Juanita Lane Richard Lee David Maitland David Martin Linda McLean William Moody James Moore 52 Kitty Norfleet Sylvia Ogburn William Ogburn Shirley Osborne Billy Pair Susie Pair Mary Jane Parker Melvin Prince Janis Rae Billy Riggan Judy Robins Rita Robinson Elizabeth Rodgerson Vida Rodgerster Patsy Scheidemantel Gayle Slate Harvey Smith Nellie Smith Dolly Sopko Paul Sopko Patricia Stanley Lilmer Stevens 53 omore Bobby Taylor Carolyn Taylor Mike Taylor Todd Taylor Mary Tedesco Butch Temple Bernard Turner Alice Vicik Larry Walker Mabel Weaver Bobby Wills Edward Wood Jackie Woodard Dolly Woodruff Everyone enjoyed our Freshman- Sophomore Dance. Ronnie Woodruff Nancy Wrenn Patsy Allen 54 dvesfunan Class Off. cers Left to right: Jack Saunders, president; David Tillar, vice-president; Bobby Staton, secre¬ tary; Tommy Doyle, treasurer; Rick Brothers, reporter; Eddie Wright, photographer. Motto: It is better to look ahead and prepare than to look back in regret. ' ' Colors: Lavender and Purple Flower: Orchid 55 3resfiman Class Flower Donny Allen Eddie Allen Jeannette Allen Judy Allen Maynard Bailey Gregory Bennett Stevie Bloom Mary Lucy Boykin Joyce Bradley Phyllis Brna Rick Brothers Catrisha Brown Mildred Buckner Carroll Cannon Billy Chaplin Peggy Clary Mary Clements Jimmy Cook Sue Crowder Jerry Delbridge Tommy Doyle Linda Duncan Billy Dunn Ruby Faye Edwards Cary Everette Gary Everette Jean Ferguson Linda Grant Cheryle Green Johnny Gregory Benjy Griffin 56 Randy Grigg Willie Mae Grizzard Joyce Harrell Wayne Harris Claude Harrison Susan Harrison Glenn Hawkins Lou Etta House Linda Ivey Buddy Johnson Joyce Johnson Tommy Johnson Wayne Kei Pete King Sandra King Carroll Knapp Jeff Kiser Cecil Lankford Nancy Lewis Beverly Lifsey Billie Ligon Robert Lowery E. C. Lynch Deanna Maitland William Massey Louise Matthews Betty Mitchell Dale Mitchell Harry Musselwhite Glenda Myrick Rae Nelms Patricia Novey 57 3vesfi man Jimmy O ' Rourke Patsy Overby Barbara Padgett Glenn Padgett Evelyn Parker Tommy Parker Butchie Pearson Gay Pearson Jackie Pearson Lynda Pearson Carolyn Powell Jerry Rice Claudette Riegel David Roach Jack Saunders Judy Sassar James Shearin Ann Shope Christie Lee Slagle Jackie Somner Robert Staton Jack Taylor Lucille Thorpe David Tillar David Tomlinson Thomas Tudor Bobbie Dean Turner Joan Vincent Patricia Webb Donna White Jimmy Whitehead Clifton Williams 58 Betty Wilbourne Maxine Williams Michael Williams Sid Williams Tinker Williams Elaine Williamson Aubrey Wray Jimmy Wrenn Judy Wrenn Viola Wrenn Eddie Wright 3reshm n C ass Sponsors 59 .. . .. . . Gigfiid Qrade Off icers From left to right, seated: Barbara Ann Harris, President; Don Minton, Vice-President; standing: Stacy Watkins, Secretary; Cora Lee Hudson, Treasurer; Richard Epps, Reporter; Rick Wheeler, Photographer. Motto: Together we stand, divided we fall.” Flower: Pink Dogwood Colors: Pink and White Judy Avent Irene Bailey Lois Beatty Janet Barnes Larry Barnes Clarence Bass Anna Batts William Belmonte Joe Blake Howard Boney Joe Boykin Ruth Bradley Betty Lou Braswell Gloria Brewer Richard Bria Linda Brigman Sheila Brockwell Judy Bryant Elizabeth Buckner Pat Callahan La Verne Conner Gerald Conwell Mildred Conwell Dottie Cox Susan Hawkins Katrina Daniel Diane Dockery Linda Dodd Judy Doyle Donnie Duckworth Patricia Dunlow Richard Epps Joyce Ferguson Terry Ferguson Lawerence Floyd 61 Sigdtd Evelyn Gay Martha Gay Mary Gay Sally Ann Goodwyn Oscar Gordon Wilbur Gordon Martha Grant Edna Green Barbara Grizzard Jerry Grizzard Judy Grizzard Sally Grizzard Otho Harrell Barbara Harris Donna Harris Judy Harrison Sandra Harvey Eileen Hollingshead J. E. Hollingshead, Jr. Frances Holloway Cora Lee Hudson Carolyn Huskey Charles Johnston Betty Jones Evelyn Jones Lawerence Jones Lonnie Jones Mike Jones Peggy Jordan Douglas Lankford Wayne Leath Gayle Ligon L. B. Ligon Jon Lowery Jerry Lucy 62 Qr de Elmer Matthews Sandra Merricks Jackie Miller Don Minton Marcia Mitchell Clifford Mitchell Arnold Moore Faye Moore Betty Morris Barbara Newsome Tommy Newsome Jerry Norwood Robert Norwood Melvin Ogburn Faye Owen Larry Parker Linwood Parker Virginia Pearson Paige Perkins Polly Prince Sidney Prince John Pritchard John Pruett Ernest Raduly Phyllis Raduly Jeanne Rae William Ricks Harry Roach Peggy Roach Betty Mae Robinson Ted Rogers Katha Sadler Wilson Seward Carolyn Slate Patricia Slate 63 Sigfitfi Qv de Carolyn Smith Hank Spruill A1 Stainback Donald Stainback Julia Staton Maureen Stokes Gilbert Sykes Joseph Tedesco Judy Thomason William Thomason Terry Tillar Tommy Tillar Anita Tomlinson Milan Veliky Martha Walton Hardee Watkins Stacy Watkins Scotty Wesson Richard Wheeler Carolyn Whitlock John Wilborne Barbara Williams Bonnie Wilkinson Maynard Wilkinson Wesley Wood Linda Woodruff John Woodruff Faye Wray Betty Wrenn Dennis Wrenn Dwight Wrenn Lois Wright Judy Zimmerman Laura Zimmerman Michael Ogburn 64 And Oden Od eve Are Our Clowns! The team (joyously?) anticipates an approaching victory. Our serious-minded seniors ponder the hardships of college life while returning home from college day. Ei-i-i-i-i-i-i-i-i! It ' s Dracula! Didn ' t you girls know? The game has been postponed! The experience gained by the students from their participation in club activities supplies them with entertainment and deviation from studies. It also provides training in dealing with people and train¬ ing for their future careers. Various clubs are organized to inform the stu¬ dents of events at school and in the nation. Clubs render many services to the school itself. Tobrightenthe school each club decorates bulletin boards relating to the purpose of the club or to a parti¬ cular season of the year. Much of the school equipment and many plaques have been donated by clubs. 1929 IF m I 9 Hi Jm i v ' 1 ’ ' ■ r y i V. Senior Sri-Hi-lj Gxtena A. First row: Judy Ferguson. Second row: Lola Cannon, Mary Ann Griffin. Third row: Dorothy Hobbs, Marilyn Ondich, Doris Braddy. Fourth row: Joyce Ligon, Susan Scheide- mantel,- ' Shirley Harrison, Martha Allen. Fifth row: Betty Rich¬ ardson, Patricia Matthews, Loretta Harris, Brenda Goodwyn, Barbara Stephenson. Sixth row: Estelle Perkins, Betty Ann Sabo, Patsy Saffelle, Brenda Conner, Sonja Sykes, Gloria Rae. Seventh row: Barbara Weeks, Pattie Wood, Betty Tr Massey, Jeannette Mitchell, Judy Martin, Gwynn Epps. Eighth row: Aletha X Starke, Ann Carter Faison, Judy Gordon, Matt Hutcheson, Peggy Faris, Judy Rae. Standing, officers: Shirley Keedwell, presi¬ dent; Evelyn King, first vice-president; Jo Ann Brett, second-vice-president; Ann Cook, recording secretary; Jeanne Riggan, corresponding secretary; Kitty Hoy, treasurer; Suzanne Stainback, reporter; Sue Klugel, chaplain; Lynn Jordan, chaplain; Miss Johnson, sponsor. Hi-Y and Tri-Hi-Y officers pledge their services for the year. 68 Delegates to the District Hi-Y conference await the beginning of their annual meeting. G.C.H.S. serves as host. Saglettes 5 vi-Hi-JJ (jfirougn From Left to right: Shirley Osborne, Jean Hobbs, E lizabet h Rogerson, Janis Rae, Virginia Barnes, Susie Pair, Jean Harrison, Dolly Sopko, Myrtice Dickens, Suzanne Ivey, Rita Robinson, Patsy Allen, Mary Ellen Brett, Mary Tedesco, Mary Jane Parker. Betsy C rut ch low , Judy Bradley. Center, Officers: Scottie McLean, president; Ann Gordon, chaplain; Patricia Stanley , vice president; Mary Jones, secretary; Gayle Slate, treasurer; Patsy Scheidemantel, re¬ porter; Mary Lee Cato, chaplain. Mr. McDearmon presents his views on the approach¬ ing Presidential election to the public. 69 Shirley Keedwell presents the Reverend McCullough, speaker, to Hi-Y members and parents at Main St. Baptist Church. Senior Boys Hi-lj First Row: C. Saunders, President; J. Harrison, Vice President; B. Pruett, Secretary; Bill Thompson, De¬ votion Chairman; D. Blankenship, Reporter. Second Row: K. Mitchell, B. Riggan, R. Wiley, D. Martin, J. Harding, E. Wood, R. Allen, M. Taylor; standing: Mr. The Hi-Y and Tri Hi-Y Clubs, striving to keep alive their purpose and platform, have worked diligently during the past year. These clubs, promoting Christian prin¬ ciples and goals in our school, have accom¬ plished this by the special activities and e- vents which they have sponsored throughout the year. Some of the activities are enter¬ taining and serving the team, court and visi¬ tors after the homecoming game; sponsoring a Valentine King and Queen contest; partici¬ pating in devotions on the intercom; displaying Doug Stump, sponsor; J. Ryals, B. Harding, Treasurer; F t Bowen, T. Jones, B. Slate, F. Lifsey, F. Harvey, H. Conwell, T. Wrenn, H. Cox, Mr. Burwell Winslow, sponsor. a thought-for-the-week in the hall; and con¬ ducting pre-Easter services as well as an Easter Sunrise service. In addition, the Hi- Y district conference was held here; being host necessitated many preparations. Each club has a different money-making project which enables it to contribute to the world service program as well as benefit the school in some way. Each year delegates are sent to the Model General Assembly and the Blue Ridge Con¬ ference. 70 junior Boys Hi-lJ First Row: J. Kiser, T. Doyle, R. Williams, D. Tillar, C. Harrison, G. Bennett, L. Pearson. Second Row: J. Pruett, R. Brothers, B. Griffin, E. Epps, B. Belmonte, B. Ligon. Third Row: E. Wright, J. Wrenn, T. Parker, B. Staton, T. Tillar, D. Wrenn. Fourth Row: R. Grigg, J. Cook, J. Saunders, B. Dunn, J. Blake, T. Rogers. Service, Our Watchword is... Nonettes (jri-Hi-IJ Seated: L. House, President; B. Mitchell, Secretary; S. Crowder, J. Bradley, P. Novey, B. Wilbourne. Lynda Pearson, Treasurer; D. White, Reporter; C. Last Row: Mrs. Wiley, sponsor; L. Matthews, J. Vin- Powell, J. Somner, Chaplains. Front Row: L. Duncan, cent, E. Williamson, G. Pearson, S. King, D. Mitchell. if .If ' -li jjgfvB y £ % ' i11 m ?l 1 iM ' Ml ' WKA ...... 11 i fWf? ' 1 f i ' m Mi 4 IaJ- sr m t m f w4 pv Wmk. -a. JKm. X mm T 1 Iky v 1: JL .3 fih’i - jr - y_1 JPv JBr 1 | yjf .-,t. s ■ P J||§Wg|§ First Row: Mrs. Cook, Hoy, Jones, Collier, Saffelle, J. Fer¬ guson, G. Allen, Mrs. Overbey. Second Row: Crowder, Cox, E. Allen, Keedwell, J. Brett, Harrison, Klugel. Third Row: Sabo, Cato, Dickens, Slate, Vincent, House, Powell. Fourth Row: Gay, Harris, J. Ferguson, Boykins, Belmonte, Doyle, Saunders. Fifth Row: Hawkins, Pearson, Pritchard, Broth¬ ers, Wesson. Sixth Row: Riggan, Blankenship, M. Brett, M. Jones, Taylor, Grammer, J. Ferguson, Barrett. Student Co-ope r The Health and Welfare Committee of our S. C. A. try Gene Allen, chairman of the finance committee of the to scare away the ills of Earl Allen. S. C. A. collects long awaited dues. 72 Roger Collier, vice-president; Patsy Saffelle, re- The S. C. A. sponsors assembly on electronics, cording secretary; Teeny Jones, president; Judy Ferguson, c or r e sp ondi ng secretary; Gene Allen, treasurer. afire Association President Teeny Jones presides over the annual S.C. A. convention which was held at G. C. H. S. The Program Committee practices entertainment of the next assembly. 73 First Row: Suzanne Stainback, Patsy Saffelle, Pattie Wood. Second Row: standing, Bill Thompson, Sue Klugel, Billy Pruett; seated, Tommy Wrenn, Betty Massey, Maxine Wright, Gayle Slate, Kitty Hoy. Third Row: Lynda Conner. Shirley Harrison, Paulette Carter, E v e ly n King, Judy Ferguson. Fourth Row: Ann Cook, Shirley Barnes, Betty Carole Richard¬ son, Susan Scheidemantel, Anne Gordon. Fifth Row: Curtis Saunders, Herbert Cox, Miss Johnson, Miss Davis, Ricky Brothers. Riparian Staff Editor-in-Chief, Pattie Wood, Miss Johnson, Sponsor Assistant Editor, Patsy Saffelle, Miss Davis, Sponsor 74 Feature editors, Kitty Hoy, Gayle Slate and Herbert Cox rush to finish their pages on time. Editor-in-Chief.Pattie Wood Assistant Editor.Patsy Saffelle Business Manager.Bill Thompson Assistant Business Manager. . . . Billy Pruett Feature Editor.Kitty Hoy Assistant Feature Editors .... Herbert Cox Gayle Slate Class Editor.Ann Cook Assistant Class Editor..Judy Gordon Art Editor.Lynda Conner Assistant Art Editor.Brenda Conner Girls ' Sports Editor .... Susan Scheidemantel Assistant Girls ' Sports Editor. . . Judy Martin Our editor and assistant editor pull their hair as annual deadline nears. Our Annual typists type all day and night trying not to make mistakes. Staff Boys ' Sports Editor.Curt Saunders Assistant Boys ' Sports Editor . .Tommy Wrenn Head Typist.Judy Ferguson Typists.Betty Carole Richardson Shirley Barnes Paulette Carter Maxine Wright Copy Editor..Evelyn King Junior Editor.Suzanne Stainback Junior Business Manager.Sue Klugel Photographer.Judy Ferguson Sophomore Editor.Anne Gordon Freshman Editor.Ricky Brothers Our business managers try to settle financial difficulties. Annua! 75 Qveen Shirley Harrison, as sistant editor, runs off some pages for the next issue of the newspaper. Money, money, everywhere but never the right amount. Without Evelyn King, business manager, and the ad¬ vertisers, what would we have done? Judy Ferguson, editor of our school newspaper, the Green and Gold, has been on the staff for several years is on the Riparian staff this year. The success of the Green and Gold represents some very hard work by Judy and the staff. This year the Green and Gold is a member of The Student Press. First Row - Ferguson, Jones, Riggan, Carter, Wills. Second Row - Ferguson, Wright, Owen, Harrison, Harris, King, Goodwyn, Norfleet. Third Row - Wen¬ dell, Ondich, Jordan, Ivey, Hutcheson, Jones, J. Ligon, P. Ligon, Wesson. Fourth Row - Barnes, Conner, Bradley, Epps, Brothers, Faris, Edwards. Fifth Row - Massey, J. Rae, G. Rae, White, Barnes, Allen, Brett, Osborne. Sixth Row - Saunders, Stainback, Hoy, Poole, Griffin, Richardson, Harvey, Weeks, Cato, Shepard, Mrs. Tucker, Dickens, Mrs. Brothers. Editor-in-chief.Judy Ferguson Assistant Editor.Shirley Harrison Business Manager.Evelyn King Assistant Business Manager . . Paulette Carter Feature Editor.Suzanne Ivey Copy Editor.Kitty Hoy Managing Editor.Maxine Wright Exchange Editor.Lynn Jordan Grammar School Editor.Richard Epps Girls ' Sports Editor Boys ' Sports Editor Art Editor. Assistant Art Editor News Editor .... Head Typist .... Assistant Typists . . Barbara Weeks . Ricky Brothers . . Jeanne Riggan . . Lynda Conner .Betty Richardson . . Kay Ferguson Catherine Wendell Barbara Shepard Nancy Wills Judy and the two sponsors, Mrs. Jane Tucker and Mrs. Sudie Brothers, examine a finished copy of the Green and Gold with pride. Sitting from left to right, Shirley H a r r i s o n, Betty Richardson; standing, Judy Ferguson, Jeanne Riggan, and Maxine Wright. They attended the Newspaper Clinic at the University of Richmond sponsored by the Richmond Newspapers, Inc. Judy plans her trip to the Southern Interscholastic Press Association at Washington and Lee University. Jeanne Riggan, art editor, sketches the advertisements for the next issue of the Green and Gold. Front Row: Slate, Keedw ell, Gordon, Conner, Ferguson, Barnes, Ivey, Mr. Overbey. Second Row: Stainback, Saf- felle, McLean, Cato, Dickens, Vicik. Third Row: Starke, Massev. Stephenson, Sopko, Wood, Collins. Fourth Row: KLugel, Shepard, Darden, Allen, Jordan, Mitchell, Riggan. Fifth Row: Hoy, King, Cook, Hut ch e s on, Scheidemantel, Conwell, Harvey. Sixth Row: Thompson, Jones, Barrett, Allen, Saunders. Pattie Wood, president; Suzanne Stainback, vice-president; Shirley Keedwell, corresponding secretary; Mr. Overb ey, sponsor; Butler Barrett, treasurer; Jeanne Riggan, recording secretary; Teeny Jones, sergeant-at-arms; Earl Allen, reporter. Bet a Jeanne, Matt, and Suzanne carefully polish our hard-earned trophies, Senior members: Front Row: Judy Ferguson, Ann Cook, Earl Allen, Shirley Keedwell, Pattie Wood. Second Row: Barbara Stephenson, Judy Gordon, Brenda Conner, Patsy Saffelle, Jeanne Riggan, Kitty Hoy, Bettie Massey. Third Row: Evelyn King, Bill Thompson, Curtis Saun¬ ders, Butler Barrett, Teeny Jones. -1. Y 1 _ kW 1 [glia £1 fl Sf f f fj j j [1 yir V | iiijl;jly ;| L Nir : mm ■ ® W , w ) CluS The G.C.H.S. Beta Club is a very active, leadership-service organization in which mem¬ bership is an honor. Its purpose is to promote the ideals of honesty, service, and leadership among our h i gh - s c h o o 1 students; to reward meritorious achievement through its member¬ ship requirement of an A or B average; and to encourage and assist students to continue their education after high school. Some of the Beta ' s immediate aims during the year ' 60-61 ' are decorating the school Christmas tree, compiling and posting the honor roll each six weeks, encouragement of students to strive for better grades, and tutoring other students. Members of the Beta Club attempt to bring Christmas spirit to students and faculty. New members of the Beta Club await official recog¬ nition of their duties for the coming year. H BE J|l ft i- r f d l ' ' L ME; ■ ? j ■■ s mm c % 1 | ® jH(|g | - pffb WT � k | Standing: Massey. First Row: Mrs. Reid, Dodd, Tillar, House, Powell, Kiser, Novey, C. Saun¬ ders, G. Epps, fQugel, Parker, Harris, P. Ligon. Second Row: Grant, Myrick, Crutchlow, Baker, B. Mitchell, Wilbourne, Crowder, M. Jones, Somner, Rae, Grizzard, Watkins. Third Row: Slate, D. Mitchell, Sadler, Riggan, Scheidemantel, Vincent, King, Gordon, M. Mitchell, Harrison, B. Jones, Robinson. Fourth Row: Barrett, Ondich, Jordan, Hutcheson, Barnes, Osborne, Bradley, Brady, Bowen, Faison. Fifth Row: Sykes, Harvey, Weeks, E. Jones, Brigman, Hudson, Brock- well, Owen, Prince, Conwell. Sixth Row: Hawkins, B. Jones, Woodruff, J. Ligon, Gay, Stainback, Wesson, Harrison. Seventh Row: J. Saunders, Williams, B. Epps, Pruett. Judy Bowen pays homage to Gwynn Epps, club member, during initiation week. 3ovensu Can Butler spell the word that Mr. Wright is calling him in the Forensic spelling bee ? Sitting: Sue Klugel, President; Bettie Massey, Mrs. Reid, sponsor; Gwynn Epps, Secretary; Curtis Saun¬ ders, Treasurer; Patricia Novey, Reporter; Jeff Kiser, Photographer; Jack Saunders, S. C. A. Representative. The Forensic Club sponsored a series of contests in which students participated. These contests included spelling, poetry, girls ' prose reading, boys ' prose reading, and will include this year, a public speaking contest. All of the contestants did well, but winners were chosen to go on to the district contests. On February seventeenth, the annual Forensic Play was held in the Elementary School Auditorium. A successful trip was taken to the Drama clinic at the Uni¬ versity of Virginia. Many of our members attended this clinic, and gained much information of value to the Forensic Club. Freddie Harvey struggles to read a poem during lunch period as a part of his Forensic initiation Monogram Club Co-operates lUiffi School Little League Cheerleaders; M. Keedwell, L. Moore, G. Vacca, M. Hadley, F. Van Dyke, C. Davis, S. Spruill, C. Davis, and P. Whitley cheer the future football stars to victory. First Row, left to right; Pattie Wood, Gayle Sla te, Anne Gordon, Shirley Keedwell, Patsy Saffelle, Betty Sabo, Lynda Conner, Patsy Scheidemantel, Jimmy Ryals, Terry Harrell, Billy Slate, Jerry Callahan, Edward Wood. Second Row: Left to right; Tommy Wrenn, Gwynn Epps, Mary Jane Par¬ ker, Ann Cook, Bill Thompson, Curt Saunders, Frank Lif- Cheerleaders Susan Scheidemantel, Patsy Schei¬ demantel, P. Saffelle, K. Hoy, A. Gordon, G. Slate, and P. Wood build up school spirit as they lead a snake dance down main street. sey, Bill Rowell, Billy Harding. Third Row: Mrs. Rogers, Teeny Jones, Frankie Brown, Susan Scheidemantel, Kitty Hoy, Johnny Harrison, Clinton Allen, Daniel Pollard, Danny Blankenship, Ronnie Allen, Mr. Davis. Fourth Row: Buddy Slate. Fifth Row: Earl Allen. i 0 k . ' ? „ - JBI Ik l§ 19 XL ■f ’ - Mi Jjg| B T! .MMl if MpHf : 3uture Oeacfiers Of America Officers: Brenda Conner, President; Judy Martin, Vice President; Judis Darden, treasurer; Judy Gordon, secretary; Aletha Starke, his¬ torian; Mrs. Vassar, sponsor. Sitting: J. Gordon, J. Martin, B. Conner, J. Darden, A. Starke. Standing, row one: D. Harris, A. Vicik, P. Prince, C. Slagle, C. Hudson, B. Lifsey, M. Mitchell. Second row: D. Maitland, C. Slate, P. DeForest, Mrs. Vassar, J. Harrison. Although only in its second year, the A. G. Wright Future Teacher ' s Club has progressed considerably. In connection with its national affili¬ ation, the club has received the 1960- 61 gold seal for its charter. The members of the club have given a tea for the faculty, and as its school project, the club has put a teacher ' s name plate on the door of each classroom. The big event for the club this year was the State S.V.E.A. Convention. The convention was held in November at the John Marshall Hotel in Richmond. The voting dele¬ gates were Mrs. Vassar, sponsor, Brenda Conner, Judy Gordon, and Judis Darden. The non-voting dele¬ gates were Judy Martin, Beverly Lifsey, Christie Slagle, Deanna Maitland, and Aletha Starke. 3uture farmers Of America Front row: Melvin Prince, reporter; Danny Fackler, treasurer; Billy Dickens, Vice president; Gene Allen, president; Lester King, sentinel; Bobby Wills, secre¬ tary; Mr. Joe Morrow, advisor. Second Row: D. Tomlinson, Barnes, Bass, Seward, Gordon, Thompson, Allen, Hawkins, B. Sabo, FFA Sweetheart, Grizzard, Jones, Allen, Gregory, Lynch. Third row: Lankford, Moore, Gordon, Moody, Roach, Robinson, Turner, Nelms, Roach, Ligon, Tomlinson. Back row: Padgett, Floyd, Wilson, Chaplin, Ivey, Huskey, Allen, Pollard, Sopko, Holloway, Sabo, Wrenn, Smith, Maitland, Moore, Wheeler. Gene Allen, president, attempts to weld the school together? ! The F.F.A. organization of Greensville County High School is only a small part of a National organization of rural boys which reaches from Washington to Puerto Rico, and from Maine to Hawaii. Under the leadership of Mr. Joe Morrow, the Greens¬ ville County Chapter strives to build leadership, char¬ acter development, sportsmanship, cooperation, ser¬ vice, thrift, scholarship, improved agriculture, citi¬ zenship, and patriotism. Each year F. F. A. members contribute their time and talents to crop judging, forestry, shop judging, and dairy judging. To aid the somehow ever diminish¬ ing club finances, members construct farm gates and picnic tables. Their fathers are entertained by the boys at their annual Father and Son Banquet which tends to develop a closer relationship between father and son. 84 3uture Homemakers Of America Seated: Betty Ann Sabo, president; Joyce Allen, vice- president; Jo Ann Brett, secretary; Catherine Wendell, treasurer; Judy Rae, reporter; Buddy Sabo, sweet¬ heart; Mrs. Slate, sponsor. Standing, first row: Reb¬ ecca Hobbs, Dorothy Hobbs, Brenda Collins, Joyce De Forest, Joyce Bradley, Gloria Rae, Kay Ferguson, Patricia Matthews, Janis Rae. Second row: Billy Kay Ligon, Doris B r a s w e 11, Dolly Sopko, Viola Wrenn, Jackie Pearson, Mary Ellen Brett, Merilyn Edwards, Ann Shope, Gay Pearson. Some of our activities for F. H. A. during the year have been; a joint F. F. A. - F. H. A. Banquet; invited parents to attend Formal Initiation of new members and Federation and Chapter Meetings; remembered older citizens and shut-ins in the community with cards, gifts, and visits; chose F. F. A. Sweetheart and Chapter Mothers and Dads; remembered faculty birthdays each month; prepared a basket for the needy at Christmas; had faculty and school administration as guests for an open house in the department during Christmas; placed arrangements in the cafeteria at Christmas; purchased a desk lamp for the department; prepared bulletin boards; had devotions over intercom during National F. H. A. Week; carried out home projects of home beautification and food for family fitness through its individuals; and had a minister to speak on youth marriages. J. Rae, Janis Rae, G. Rae sell scarves as F.H.A. project. 85 V vle -vous 3rancais? First Row: Mary Ann Griffin, Frances Clements. Second Row: Anne Gordon, Gwynn Epps. Third Row: Linda McLaine, Judy L. Bowen. Fourth Row: Patricia Stanley, Linda Wesson, Shirley Harrison, Frances Cannon, Kitty Norfleet. Fifth Row: Brenda Goodwyn. Sixth Row: Elizabeth Rogerson, Jean Hobbs. Seventh Row: Howard Conwell, Danny Blankenship, David Martin, Aletha Starke, Mrs. Wood, Sponsor. 3venc(i 1 Club Shirley Harrison, president; Gwynn Epps, vice-presi¬ dent; Brenda Goodwynn, secretary; Aletha Starke, treasurer; Linda McLaine, reporter; Danny Blanken¬ ship, photographer. Aw, C ' mon Joe-it ' s French I, not French II!” 86 First Row: Patsy Saffelle, Curtis Saunders, Susan Scheidemantel, Suzanne Stainback, Billy Pruett, Sue Klugel, Linda Lowry. Second Row: Lola Cannon, Pattie Wood. Third Row: Karen Schlenker, Kitty Hoy, Mary Lee Cato. Fourth Row: Butler Barrett, Evelyn King, Ann Cook, Betty Massey, Shirley Keedwell, Brenda Conner, Judy Gordon. Fifth Row: Herbert Cox, Lynn Jordan, Matt Hutcheson, Barbara Stephenson, Judy Martin, Barbara Weeks, Mrs. Wood, sponsor. 3veneh Susan Scheidemantel gazes intently at the pep rally bonfire sponsored by the French II Club. 22 CluS Patsy Saffelle, p r e s id e nt; Curtis Saunders, vice- president; Susan Scheidemantel, secretary; Suzanne Stainback, treasurer; Sue Klugel, photographer; Mrs. Wood, sergeant-at-arms; Billy Pruett, reporter. 87 i First Row: Marilyn Ondich, Matt Hutcheson, Tommy Wrenn, Lester King, Gregory Bennett, John Pritchard, Michael Ogburn, Betty Mitchell, Carolyn Powell, Linda Woodruff, Suzanne Stainback, Donald Stainback, E. C. Lynch, Rea Williams, Paul Dianis, Mary Lee Cato, Sue Klugel. Second Row: Lola Cannon, Judy Grizzard, Barbara Harris, Jean Rea, Evelyn Parker, Benjy Griffin, Earl Grizzard, Jimmy Cook, James Hollinshead, Herbert Cox, Jackie Miller, Lin- wood Parker, Randy Grigg, Wayne Kei, Bill Thompson, Dan¬ ny Fackler, Third Row: Billy Pruett, Mr. Savage, Tommy Tillar, Judy Bradley, Gerald Conwell, Stanley Prince, Dick Collins, Butch Temple. The G. C. H. S. band, numbering 37 with 8 majorettes, under the skillful direction of Mr. J. D. Savage, a graduate of East Carolina College, has made marked improvements in the type of music played, in the way it is played, and in the intricate figures executed by the band. This year the marching band performed in company front formations during the half-time shows at the football games. (Their precision drill was measured with eight steps to every five yards.) The band displayed such shows as T. V. and Precision Drill. A special show was dedicated to Mr. E. R. Riedel, retiring superintendent. The band has participated in parades at South Hill, Peters¬ burg, Emporia, and at Band Day at the University of Virginia. It plans to attend the Apple-Blossom Festival in Winchester and The Marching Festival in Myrtle Beach, S. C. The Symphonic Band represents an entirely different aspect of music from the marching band. The members have mastered the varied instrumentation and music re¬ quired for concert season. Several members of the symphonic band are selected to represent the school at the All-State Band Clinic in Rich¬ mond. The entire band, including ensembles and soloists, attend the District Festival in Petersburg. The band ' s activities will be concluded with the spring concert and com¬ mencement. A few of the very talented musicians have formed a com¬ bo which has played engagements in Emporia, Jarratt, and Suffolk. The combo was the commencement of newer and better achievements to come to the band. A dance band is being organized. The band has created a livelier interest at the football games and in the band itself. It is a credit to the school and to the community. Members of the dance band begun this year by Mr. Savage are: Earl Grizzard, Sue Klugel, Benjie Griffin, Suzanne Stainback, Wayne Kei, Rea Williams, Danny Fackler, Mary Lee Cato, Bill Thompson, Paul Dianis, Butch Temple, Lester King and Matt Hutcheson. Cl C. H. S. Band This year ' s band officers study diagrams for their half- .me shows. They are: secretary-treasurer, J. Brett; pub¬ erty ch., Matt Hutcheson; reporter, Sue Klugel; ass ' t. li- rarian, S. Stainback; librarian, M. Ondich; drum majorette, eanne Riggan; second It., T. Wrenn; publ. ass ' t., G. Epps; aptain, D. Fackler; head majorette, Ann Cook; first It., B. ' hompson. Marilyn Ondich, Matt Hutcheson, Lola Cannon, Lester King, and Tommy Wrenn form a clarinet ensemble which is new to the band this year. ff f 1 -3 1 Bipi 1 Jbme G. C. H. S. Marching Band poses for a formal picture. Emporia ' s Marching Band perfects precision drills introduced for the first time by their new director, Mr. John D. Savage. I ' af! v .. ■ ■MBBPl Miss Jeanne Riggan, drum majorette of the G. C.H.S. Band, hasted the band th r ou gh intricate percision drills at football games and during par¬ ades. Q. C. H. S. Miss Ann Cook, head majorette of the G.C.H.S. Band, has devised unique routines for the major¬ ettes to perform. Majordfes Through the cooperation and initiative displayed by each member of the corps, the majorettes have led the band to a most successful year. The G. C. H. S. Band ' s majorettes are: Linda Woodruff, Carolyn Powell, Jo Anne Brett, Ann Cook, Jeanne Riggan, Evelyn King, Betty Brooks Mitchell, Gwynn Epps. There are many outside interests and events at G. C. H. S. that claim the time and efforts of both students and teachers. Although much time is consumed in extra-curricular activities, the benefits gained from serving one ' s school in its social and civic program are both satisfying and educational. Valedictorian 1 Jeannette Mitchell, by her systematic study habits and diligent work throughout her school life, has main¬ tained a 2.89 over-all average. The senior class con¬ gratulates Jeannette on her outstanding scholarship. Salutatovian The salutatorian, Barbara Stephenson, has excelled in her scholastic abilities. By maintaining a 2.84 over¬ all average, she has gained the respect of her fellow students. Earl Dean Allen lends his talents to three sports-- football, basketball and baseball. This year he was elected president of the Monogram Club. t S t a n ♦ i n 9 Ann Cook deserves much recognition for her abil¬ ities displayed as head majorette for the band and co-captain of the girls ' basketball team. Butler Barrett is noted in the senior class for his outstanding leadership. Through the years he has helped the class to make many important decisions. Butler served as president of the 1961 graduating class. Judy Ferguson ' s talents in journalism helped her as editor of the Green and Gold, as head typist of the annual staff and as corresponding secretary of the S.C.A. 95 i Frankie Bowen exhibits his outstanding qualities in the areas of leadership and athletics. Frankie aided the Eagles ' s cry for victory in football, basketball, baseball and track. He held the office of vice- president of the senior class. her position as head cheerleader and the spiritual outlook of the students by her office as president of the senior girls ' Tri Hi-Y. Walter Jones was honored by the Optimist Club as Best Citizen because of his talents exerted in the four sports and as president of the S. C. A. Jeannette Mitchell excels in scholarship. She is not only good in facts but also in figures for she is treasurer of the senior class. 96 0 u t s t a n d ♦ i n 9 Jeanne Riggan is known for her beauty and leader¬ ship. She was Miss Emporia, 1961, and Drum Majorette of the Band. Because of her beauty and popularity with the student body, Jeanne was cho¬ sen Homecoming Queen. Curtis Saunders is outstanding in the senior class for his scholastic achievements. His ability in pub¬ lic speaking has aided him in the role of president of the senior boys ' Hi-Y Club. Patsy Saffelle ' s versatility has achieved for her such honors as the Optimist Club ' s Best Citizen, Miss Emporia, 1960, cheerleader, and ass ' t. editor of the Riparian. Her services have proved in¬ valuable. Pattie Wood received, because of her abilities in leadership and citizenship, the D.A.R. ' s Best Citi¬ zen award. This year Pattie was elected editor of the Riparian and president of the Beta Club. 97 Jeannette Mitchell, Curt Saunders, Barbara Stephenson, Judy Gordon, and Pattie Wood chosenfor scholastic achieve¬ ments served as Junior Marshal at the 1960 Graduation Exercises. Delegates to the Student VEA meeting take a break in the lobby. They are: left to right, D. Maitland, Mrs. Vassar, sponsor, J. Darden, B. Lifsey, A. Starke, C. Slagle, B. Conner, J. Gordon, and J. Martin. 5fl ese Hanc Brought. Betty Sabo, a senior, fulfills her duties as member of the Teen ' advisory Board of McCall ' s Magazine. Delegate Harrell and Mr. Wesson, Optomist members, present awards to Patsy Saffelle and Walter Jones, Most Outstanding Seniors. 98 Shirley Keedwell gained valuable experience in leader¬ ship at the Blue Ridge Hi-Y Conference. Mr. Savage, the band director awards trophies to Mar¬ ilyn Ondich and Butch Temple for outstanding band work. Honor (3o Our Softool. Pattie Wood, D.A.R. Best Citizen prepares the letter she sent to the state chapter. P. Saffelle, B. Barrett, E. Allen, A. Cook, P. Wood, T. Jones and C. Saunders, carry on a mock trial from ex¬ perience they gained at Girls and Boys States. 99 Pattie Wood, Patsy Saffelle and Bill Thompson, dele¬ gates to the Southern Interscholastic Press Association look over the award-winning Riparian. Teachers and delegates register at G. C. H. S. for the annual district S. C. A. convention. The delegates to the Virginia Model General As¬ sembly in Richmond gained much valuable experience. They are: front row - Judy Ferguson, Kitty Hoy, Patsy Saffelle, Curtis Saunders; second row - Evelyn King, Sue KLugel, Teeny Jones, and Pattie Wood. The Hi-Y held its annual conference in Emporia this year. 100 Our Beauties These girls are tops in the field of beauty at Greensville County High School„ The beauty pageant is held annually, and this year, the Band received the proceeds, Emporia is worthily represented at the Tobacco Festival by the girl who is selected Miss Emporia. Junior Miss Emporia, an eighth or ninth grader, is also chosen at this time. This pageant is one of the highlights of the fall. Supt. E. R. Riedel crowns Jeanne Riggan, the new 1961 Miss Emporia , as her predecessor, Patsy Saffelle, looks on. Patsy Saffelle, Miss Emporia of 1960, represented our community at the 1960 Tobacco Festival in Rich¬ mond, Va. Dale Mitchell, the reigning Jr. Miss Emporia , re- linquishes her title to the new queen, Barbara Ann Harris. 101 Homecoming The 1960 Homecoming Court watches the halftime show performed in honor of the queen by the G.C.H.S. band. Left to right: Susie Pair, Maxine Wright, Shir¬ ley Harrison, Nancy Poole, Jo Ann Brett, Patsy Saf- Each year homecoming is eagerly awaited by all. The alumni return to see their Alma Mater in action. The representatives from the classes nervously listen for the announcement of half¬ time. When the time finally a r r iv e s , the girls, dressed in fashionable dresses, parade by the felle, maid of honor; Eva Roberts, crown bearer; Jeanne Riggan, queen; Mr, E.R. Riedel, Patsy Scheide- mantel, Shirley Keedwell, Brenda Goodwyn, Judy Ferguson and Suzanne Stainback. bleachers on beautiful c onve rt ible s . After circling the field on the cars, the procession passes through the receiving line formed by the band and majorettes. The princesses proceed to the throne; the queen herself steps from her royal carriage and ascends the throne. The crown bearer presents the crown to the official to crown the queen. The queen and her escort, Buddy Slate, co-captain of the Eagles, lead the Homecoming figure in the gym after the game. The Maid of Honor, Miss Patsy Saffelle, is escorted by Johnny Harrison, co-captain of the Eagles. 102 Ceremonies I960 Homecoming Queen Alter the game a homecoming figure is per¬ formed in the gym by the court e s c o rt e d by members of the team. Refreshments and a dance follow. Yes, homecoming is an event that remains in everyone’s heart. But, however, the homecoming is not yet complete, for the band and majorettes display their talents especially for the queen and her court. Afterwards the lovely girls leave the field amid cheers and greetings, and the annual homecoming game continues. With approval from Eva Roberts, Mr. Riedel crowns Miss The homecoming court pays tribute to the alumni by Jeanne Riggan as Homecoming Queen of 1960. ' 03 singing the Alma Mater. i i Since 1911 sports have continued to play an important role in the stu¬ dent activities at G. C. H. S„ In 1911 baseball, basketball, and tennis were the chief sports. As time progres¬ sed, football was added to the calen¬ dar of sports’ events. Now in 1961, fifty years later, basketball and baseball have remained popular sports at school. Football has in- creased in popularity. In the last few years track has met with much acclaim. Because of agile athletes trained at school and their good sportsmanship, Greensville County is proud to continue its support of the sports at the high school. Cheer Go Eagles Go!” was the familiar cry of the 1960-61 cheerleaders. Their deter¬ mination and spirit stayed with the team all through the season. Decorating the goal¬ posts, selling programs, and conducting pep rallies were only a few of the many jobs performed by the cheerleaders to boost the team spirit. Serving as head cheerleader for 1960-61 is Shirley Keed- well. This marks Shirley ' s fourth year on the squad. Cheerleaders for 1960-1961: left to right, Susan Scheidemantel, Pattie Wood, Kitty Hoy, Patsy Schei- demantel, Gayle Slate, Ann Gordon, and Patsy Saffelle. Shirley Keedwell, Head Cheerleader, Center. Cheerleaders build spirit at pre-game bonfire. The Fight Team Fight! ! next night the Eagles defeated Southampton 8-6. 106 leaders The cheerleaders have been industrious in supplying team and school spirit this year. Their polished gesticulations, along with intricate precision, are results of much hard work at practice sessions during the summer months and during the school year. Since only five cheerleaders are allowed to lead cheers during basketball season, the five seniors have priority. All the cheer¬ leaders are to be commended for cheering the Eagles to victory. Sophomore Cheerleaders: Gayle Slate, Patsy Scheidemantel, and Ann Gordon. Senior Cheerleaders: Kitty Hoy, Patsy Saffelle, Shir¬ ley Keedwell, Susan Scheidemantel, and PattieWood. Mrs. D. T. Rogers explains point system to head cheerleader, Shirley Keedwell. We ' re gonna b-e-a-t Crewe!! Varsity First Row: Johnson, manager, Hammond, Robinson, Wood, Harding, Smith, Cannon, Williams, manager. Second Row: Stump, coach; Callahan, Saunders, Dick¬ ens, Bowen, Clark, Temple, Davis, head coach. Third Row: Jones, coach; Smith, Lifsey, King, Sabo, Ivey. Fourth Row: Chaplin, Collier, Slate, E. Allen, Jones, Harrison, C. Allen, Although the Eagles’s season was not marked with successive victories, the team play¬ ed fascinating football. The members of the team deserve much praise for the way in which they played. They proved a credit to the school and to the community. Left to right: Bill Jones, Frank Roberts (principal), Emory Davis, head coach; Doug Stump. Get him, boys! Callahan (14) and Allen (38) stop the opposition as Blankenship (82) assists. 108 3oot6aU Where are you going, Coach? Allen (53) and Harrison (52) push ball-carrier outside as Coach Davis retreats. Coach Davis talks with Bowen as the Eagle bench looks on. The bench consists of: Harrison, Saun¬ ders, Doyle,. Allen, Wilson, Taylor, Ogburn, Lif- sey, and Jones. Eagles Schedule Southampton 7 8 Emporia Farmville 14 0 TT Blackstone 13 12 T T Colonial Heights 39 0 11 Brunswick 27 13 11 Crewe 6 0 11 Blue stone 32 0 1 T Victoria 0 19 11 Buckingham 0 20 11 Park View 20 12 11 First Row: Bowen, Dickens, Lifsey, Callahan, Harding, King. Second Row: Harrison, Earl Allen, Jones, Slate, Clinton Allen, Sabo, Smith. 109 $.V. 3oot6all First Row: Doyle, Wrenn, Belmonte, Ligon, Harrell, Woodruff, King, Lowery, Tillar. Third Row: Grigg, Epps, Callahan. Second Row: Massey, Harrison, Parker, Grizzard, Rogers, Coach Doug Stump. The Eagles J.V. squad was coached this year by the new assistant coach, Douglas Stump. With one of the lightest teams in many years they played against much stronger teams such as Weldon and Franklin. This lightness along with much inexperience gained no victories for the J.V. team during the season. However, this J.V. squad will be looked on next year for the varsity squad because of the presence of thirteen senior players. Grizzard (28) carries ball around end to pick up yardage. Wrenn (10) puts his head down to meet with two of the opposition. 3ooth a ! Highlights Harding (41) carries ball for yardage in Homecoming game as Slate (42) and Dickens (45) come down the line. Stop that man! Allen (53) grabs ball-carrier as Ham¬ mond (40) and Callahan (14) prepare to stop ball¬ carrier. What a tackle! Bowen (72) and Hammond (40) double End Run - Ed Wood (11), Eagle TD leader, rounds end team ball-carrier as Callahan (14) races in. as Callahan (14) prepares to block. Catch that ball! Allen (53) about to catch long pass as defense moves in for tackle. Drive! Callahan (14) uses his head to go through line as Jones (71) and Allen (31) come in to aid. (qitds Bas6ef6all CluS 1911 These two pictures show that basketball at G. C. H. S. has survived successfully during the past fifty years. Although the uniforms and teaching skills have changed somewhat, the spirit and love of the game remain the same. In 1911 the game was more of an in¬ tramural one. The team divided up into two groups known as the Reds and the Blues. Now, fifty years later, the Eaglettes con¬ sist of 15 girls who play other schools and vie for the championship of the district. Qivls 23as6efBa Squad 1961 First row: left to right, Elsie Padgett, Patricia Matthews, Lynda Conner, co-captain, Ann Cook, co¬ captain, Betty Ann Sabo and June Wilson. Second row: left to right, Ann Hudson, Patricia Stanley, Patsy Scheidemantel, Dee Laine Justice, Mary Jane Parker. Third row: left to right, Mrs. Rogers, sponsor, Louise Matthews, Jackie Somner, Billie Kay Ligon and Scot- tie McLean. Bas£ef(?al! (5 earn Co-captains Ann Cook and Lynda Conner shake hands before the big game. Mrs. D. T. Rogers, Jr., sponsor, checks scorebook with manager, Linda McLean. Jump for that ball, girls! Practice makes perfect! ! SCHEDULE FOR 1960-61 December 9 Randolph Henry lit 41-31 January 27 Crewe 16 Victoria 43-33 31 Buckingham January 6 Park View 56-43 February 3 Brunswick 13 Kenbridge 33-41 10 Bluestone 24 Blackstone 17 Amelia Varsity 1960-61 E a g 1 e s V Squad. Left to right: First row, ders, public relations. Second Row: Harrison, Harrell, Boykins, manager, Callahan, Downs, Grant, Bowen, Ferguson, Collier, Allen, Jones. Lifsey, Coach Davis. Thompson, Walker, Cox, score-keeper, Curt Saun- G. C. H. S. has always been noted for its superlative basketball teams. This year ' s Eagles have proven to be an exception to that prece¬ dent. The fast break perfected by the team has led to many victories. It has also helped to give the spectators a slight heart tremor. Rebound - Collier (31) springs for ball as Grant (11), Allen (13), Jones Dunk it! Earl Allen, captain, dunks ball. (25), wait to make a play. Earl is a senior squad member. 1)4 Collier (behind 21) drives in for layup, as Allen (13) and Harrell (15) Harrell (15) shoots from outside as Grant watch for rebound. ( 11 ) awaits rebound. Greenville County and the school are proud to acknowledge the 1960- 61 Eagles as one of the best teams ever trained at G. C. H. S. Eagle Senior Squad Members - left to right: Bill Allen, Tank Jones, Frankie Bowen, Frank Lifsey, Thompson, Johnny Har r i s o n , Terry Harrell, Earl Jerry Callahan. 115 J.V. Activities Left to right: first row: Coach Doug Stump, Otho Harrell, Bill Belmonte, Stevie Bloom, Don Minton, Rick Wheeler, Richard Epps, Manager Jon Lowry; second row: A1 Stainback, Scotty Wesson, Claude Harrison, Gerald Conwell, Sid Williams, Bobby Staton, Robert Lowry, Hank Spruill, Butch Ligon; third row: Carroll Cannon, Tommy Doyle, Buck Massey, Ronnie Woodruff, Randy Grigg, Jimmy Cook, Pete King. J.V. CHEERLEADERS - This year marks the first year of the G. C. H. S. junior varsity cheerleaders. The girls, seven in number and two being alternates, cheer at the football games. As basketball season rolls around, you can hear five vivacious girls yelling Go Team! Go! These girls have aroused school spirit and promoted team support. The Riparian staff congratulates you on your success. JV cheerleaders this year are: standing, Barbara Hudson, Joan Vincent, Betty Wilbourne, Sheila Brock- Harris, going up the steps: Stacy Watkins, Cora Lee well, Peggy Jordon. Varsity BaseSall Eagle Baseball Squad - left to right. First Row: sey, manager; Second Row: Coach Crane, S. Ferguson, Doyle, manager, Wood, Johnson, Wrenn, Lifsey, Mas- Jones, Bowen, J. Ferguson, M. Allen, E. Allen. Baseball, America ' s favorite sport, continues to be one of the best- liked games at school. The team provides great enjoyment and hair- raising suspense for the spectators. The Eagles ' s expert execution of crucial plays and cooperation of the players have made the baseball team one that deserves much praise. 3rae£ Eagle Track Squad - left to right. First Row: Thomp- Mitchell, Zimmerman, Coach Davis. Third Row: son, Saunders, W o od, Callahan, Hammond, Cannon, Harrison, Harrell, Jones, Ferguson, Slate, Collier, Rowell, Downs, Blankenship, Harding. Second Row: Vincent. Ivey, M. Allen, Smith, Wrenn, Bowen, Taylor, Wilson, 3ra cd Higdligfits Tank Jones winds up to hurl discus for another re¬ cord throw. Buddy Slate gets set to toss shot-put and set another record. Last spring at Hampden-Sydney, the Eagles ' s track team won for the second consecutive time the Group 2 District III track meet. The Eagles accumulated 4 district records at the meet: Terry Harrell astonished the spectators in the 220 with a time of 23.1 second; Buddy Slate won the shot put with a 40 foot 10 inch toss; and Tank Jones sailed the discus 119 feet 9 1 2 inches; and David Justice won the mile with 5.06.3 minutes. During the season the Eagles scored 357 points, not including the championship meet, while limiting the opposition to 192 1 2 points. Terry Harrell on the starting block prepares to run the 220. Sprinters line up to go. Left to right, Thompson, Harrell, Harrison, Vincent, Wrenn. Sagle Snapshots That old gang of mine. First flow: R. Taylor, R„ Barnes, S. Briggs, E. Barnes, E. Williams. Se¬ cond Row: H. Rogers, H. Tunstall, H. Livesay, G. King. Let this be a lesson to you. I h M H Frankie Bowen hangs suspended over tiny Mr. Coach Davis, are you lonesome tonight? Roberts. 1 19 What ' s the matter, boys? Cold! 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Box 146 Richmond 1, Virginia Your Financial Friend THE CITIZENS NATK INAL BANK Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Emporia, Virginia SERVICES SERVICES Trust Department Christmas Club Accounts Automobile Loans Savings Accounts Business Loans Bank-By-Mail Collateral Loans Safe Deposit Boxes Commercial Loans Traveler’s Checks Installment Loans U. S. Savings Bonds Insurance Loans Cashiers Checks Mortgage Loans Bank Drafts Personal Loans Night Depository Checking Accounts Customer Parking Lot Personalized Checks President -- Lyman C. Harrell, Jr. Vice-President -- E. E. Goodwyn Cashier -- H. C. Wollard Assistant Cashier -- James D . Harrell Assistant Cashier -- James Grizzard, Jr. Assistant Cashier -- Kate M. Price THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK Serving You and Your Father’s Since 1907 Safe-Sound-Service Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Emporia, Virginia The REXALL Store JONES DRUG STORE ME 4 - 3133 Congratulations Seniors of ’61 Emporia, Virginia Congratulations to the class of 1961 EMPORIA FURNITURE CO. 1909-1961 Emporia, Virginia WATKINS-WOOD DRUG COMPANY, INC. Home of Finer Pharmaceuticals Phone ME 4-3525 Emporia, Virginia LAND BROS., JEWELERS Gifts That Last Emporia, Virginia WATKINS MOTOR CO., INC. Sales-Service Emporia, Virginia E. V. LANKFORD, AGENT Insurance Service Emporia, Virginia Best Wishes BELCO MOTOR COURT AND RESTAURANT Shop Emporia, Virginia HICKS 7 DEPT. STORE For Thrifty People Emporia, Virginia TEMPLE FORD TRACTOR AND EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC. Sales-Service Emporia, Virginia Compliments of RAWLINGS TRUCK LINES Emporia, Virginia GREENSVILLE IMPLEMENT COMPANY John Deere Sales and Service Emporia, Virginia RIVERSIDE CLEANERS ’’You ' ve tried the rest, now try the best. Emporia, Virginia RIVERSIDE MOTOR COMPANY, INC. 529 North Main Street Emporia, Virginia We cut and install glass for all vehicles and home office use. Established 1937 Complete Radiator Shop Compliments of SHAFIA ' S GLOVER ' S Home of America ' s most beautiful formals and cocktail gowns. Roanoke Rapids, N. C. Roanoke Rapids, N. C. Compliments of Compliments of PEGGY ANN ' S FROCKS GREENSVILLE 1005 Roanoke Avenue MANUFACTURING COMPANY Roanoke Rapids, N. C. SOUTHAMPTON TEXTILE CO. Manufacturers of Fine Fabrics for Fine Furniture Emporia, Virginia Compliments of SLATE AND SPIVEY Building Contractors Emporia, Virginia M. G. SLATE-JEWELER MITCHELL BROTHERS Expert Watch Repair Hamilton Watches, Keepsake Diamonds Congratulations, Seniors 319 Halifax Street Emporia, Virginia Emporia, Virginia A complete Department Store for all your family’s needs PEEBLES Compliments of Greensville Feed Mill Emporia Hog Market C. WADE FERGUSON Compliments of L. W s FOOD CENTER Emporia, Virginia SKINNER OIL TIRE CO. 100 Valley Street Emporia, Virginia The business managers of the RIPARIAN would like to express their sin¬ cere appreciation to those bustling merchants and enthusiastic personnel who have so generously responded to our solicitation. We find pleasure in knowing that many have remained with us over the past fifty years and that many new advertisers have been gained each year. Here in the final section of the RIPARIAN, we would like for all to observe that without the help of the mer¬ chants of Emporia this project would have been impossible. Patronize these advertisers who have helped make this annual possible. Thank you-- Bill Thompson, Manager Billy Pruett, Ass ' t. Manager Sue Klugel, Jr. Ass ' t. Manager ■