Griffith High School - Reflector Yearbook (Griffith, IN)

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Valedictorian . Gail Hunt, remarked on the future to her fellow classmates. Larry Bunce, salutatorian, recalled class achieve- ments over four years. Mr. Laurel Pennock , main speaker of the evening, talked on education Graduation memories lingered Baccalaureate, speeches, diplomas, and advancement of tossels completed four difficult but rewarding years for the class of 1966. Attired in gold robes, white rose for the class flower and powder blue and silver for class colors, the graduates left the auditorium with their class motto in mind, “The Future Belongs To Those Who Prepare For It”. Gail Hunt, valedictorian, gave an inspir- ing address and Larry Bunce, salutator- ian, reviewed the class achievements. Mike Goffredo, class president, pre- sented the main speaker, Mr. Laurel Pennock of Rochester, Minnesota. Mr. Forest S. Sheely presented the class and Mr. William Cheever, Superintendent, distributed diplomas. Seniors listened intently during graduation ceremonies while reflecting over Jour years of high school.

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Amateurs revealed hidden talent Ted Cook and Tana Hendrickson captured first place with their selection of minstrel show tunes and dance routines. l)as Finkenhimers’— Larry Bunce, Mike Young. Jesses Engle, Dave Vaughan and Jim Hart portrayed a ' ' typical” German band. Ted Cook and Lana Hendickson cap- tured first place in the annual talent show with a selection of minstrel show tunes. Jim Hart received second place for his piano solo, “Swedish Rhapsody”. A musical interpretation of “Annie” from the musical comedy “Annie Get Your Gun” cornered third place for Carol Mercer. Twenty acts consisting of bands, dance routines and singers were also featured. Oh you can t get a man with a gun! exclaimed sharpshooter Carol Mercer.

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Like most couples Wayne Johnson and Susan Buck were enchanted by the 1966 Prom. Kerry Pickett and Xancy Granack found the Prom V atmosphere romantic. Lynn Latawic and her escort along with many other couples danced the night away. ‘67’ created bewitching Prom Jim Sponaugle and date engaged in a few moments of conversation while enjoying refreshments. Over 150 couples were in attendance. A dancing couple silhouetted against a full moon created an enchanting atmos- phere for the 1 966 Prom, “Moonlight and Roses”. Adding to the atmosphere were rose settings, floral wreaths ex- tended from the ceiling, and music pro- vided by the Ross Anderson Combo. Highlighting the evening was the coro- nation of the new King and Queen, Pete Karnisky and Sandy Anderson by their predecessors Dave Welch and Pat Hartley. Griffith’s first Post Prom was held at the Great Oaks Country Club where entertainment was furnished by Jan Gabrial and the Kritters. Although the “Prom-goers” didn’t re- turn home until wee hours Saturday morning, the beaches were still crowded with Griffith students completing their week-ends with traditional beach parties.