Griffith High School - Reflector Yearbook (Griffith, IN)

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Even Snoopy agrees to a Panther victory with his saying Curse the Red Devils, as he gets ready to ride in the annual bonfire parade. Parade opens A spirited walk to the football field, a helium balloon released as chants filled the air and a lively snake dance around the crackling fire. ..pieced together, those minor happenings became part of the bonfire warmth. The preceeding day, seniors spent many hours gathering wood for the event. Everything from construction signs to old outhouses was included in the collections. That night the wood was diligently watched by volunteer senior boys. After the flames of the bonfire died, the finishing touches were added by the LEGENDS, who performed at the soc hop. Parade winners were announced by Marty Kus, Student Council president. Capturing first place was the class of ' 69 with their float. The bonfire illuminates the spirited area and students circle the fire shouting Fire up for a victory.

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Producing a harmonious cord on the word ice cream, Dale Krooswyk, Jim Harding, Greg Mack and Dave Long, once enemies, become friends for life. “Girls are never on time is the thought of John Gilmore, as he impatiently awaits his date. Standing up in defiance against Mayor Shinn are prominent ladies of the community Joan Gehring, Donna Waldron, Gaylynn Trueblood and Joyce Johnson. 17

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festivities ; bonfire illuminates sky as well as students Proud and happy seniors eagerly pull their first place float Strike ' Em Cuckoo through the middle of town in the parade preceding the bonfire A fter enjoying the parade and bonfire, Leslie Key dances to the music of the Legends.