Iowa Park High School - Hawk Yearbook (Iowa Park, TX)

Text from Pages 1 - 192 of the 1969 volume:

4rAm W. 7. Qeorge High School Jowa Park, Zems Volume XXJJ W-F-GEOKGE -SCHOOL Hawk These are the tools with which the students of W. F. George High School have made his- tory. Without the students, however, these instruments would be worthless. It is the mis- sion of the '68-69 annual staff to report and place in this annual the way the students used these and other tools throughout the school year to make history. 2 cat io” w M HjK SEP fiwqpvjft uofflfli ‘0} mpvoipp up ‘Jo fijiowm up This Annual is dedicated to Weldon Bradberry and the goals and achievments of life that come to mind when one thinks about him. These pages are also in memory of Weldon, so that he, his ideals, and his personality will not be forgotten. 5 6 Student j fe While each individual’s main objective in attending $cv 1 is learning,1 the role of each student includes much more. A student ' ember or an officer of an organization; an athlete working with m to vyn; an’ aid to the administration; a participant in class disc sion; an'infant growing in character and disposition; an individual fulfilling dreams and goals; a citizen bettering his community; a couple understanding and loving; or a friend working and playing with others. The role begins with a freshman, shy, but eager to participate in high school activities; it ends ith a senior, relieved, but realizing the great challenge of life. In these •ur years every moment is precious to each, and Student Life recalls these ■eriences. jjrf - .1 X dfl' .f % 'k 7 As the beginning of every game starts with the foot- ball boys coming through the sign, September be- gins with football. Pep Squad girls struggle with the sign as James Eke leads the spirited Hawks onto the field, just before the referees' hands go up and As the Mean Green lines up for the u play, the fans are quiet only for a mo- ment of concentration on the plav. Then the stands come aliv excitement of the game When the referee gives the signal for a time-out, the Hawks get to rest from their fight for victory for a mo- ment. Then play resumes till the clock runs out. September Js Soot ball Huddling together, cheerleaders Scotta Lavender, Shirley Britt, Jody Patterson, Patti Brown, Becky Spruiell, and Kathy Bogan discuss the yells which are vital to the game. The yells by the cheer- leaders and pep squad show the spirit and backing for the team of the student body and the fans. 'ft.;- The cold but energetic and enthusiastic band and pep squad are always at the football games on Friday night, ready to give their efforts to help the Hawks. 9 An Electra Tiger misses Jeff McDonald, as Jeff runs the field for more yardage, and Mike Robertson runs to assist. Who's against who? Danny Custis, David Harrington, and Tommy Williamson know as they add to the pile of 'burnables for the bonfire in pre-celebration of a victory over Electra. The blazing spirit of Homecoming week is seen the night before the game in the annual bonfire, and the crackles of the fire seem to voice the shouts of the student body with Burn a Tiger! October. . . Homecoming Clinched fists, a proud smile, cjid a fast-beating heart are characteristics of any newly crowned queen. L sjjie Clapp, and others who look on krid’v this to be true of the 1968 Homecoming Queen, Jody Patterson. Jody, as the queen, was not the only one who was a little scared before the announcement of the queen. Kathy Bogan, Junior, Brenda Gibbs, Sophomore, and Brenda Barnes, Freshman, were also very excited and proud to represent their classmates who nominated them. I I Skits have become an enjoyable tradition in our pep rallies. Becky Spriuell introduces Mrs. Venhaus as a ’teacher cheerleader.’ The student body really enjoyed the spirit with which the teachers did their yells. The first regularly-issued newspaper was a somewhat hectic experience for annual staff workers, Pat Nipper, Paula Spruiell, Sylvia Sibley, and sponsor, Mr. Roberts. 12 friends Work And Play Jn November This is a typical bus trip of the pep squad going to an out-of-town football game. Scotta Lavender is yelling at the top of her lungs, while Karen Huff is combing someone's hair, and other --‘girls are eating and drinking to pass the tirfe on the long trip. With tired faces and expressions oT at what is happening, the girls of the basE like Rita Pyle and Ellisan Burt, run downstairs af win. 14 Cheerleaders Sc tta Lavender, Jody Pat- terson, Becky Spruiell, Shirley Britt, and Patti Brown lead the spirited football boys onto victory in the play-offs. Student workers in the library help librarian. Ricky Griest, Randy k Leona King help Mike Robertso checks out a book for a report. ' •j'Tprise arid d. —■—. ' ’t.ball te Just before Christmas holidays, homerooms compete in the door decoration contest. Kay Lee and Suzanne Stevenson prepare their door for competition. Students remember expressions, re- marks and teachings of the teachers they have throughout their high school years. Spanish teacher, Mrs. Venhaus, is ofter seen explaining the meaning and usage of the language in this way. 15 Michelle Brown ponders on a question. She knows that her teacher has taught her how to work it. But somehow it has momentarily slipped her mind. In a tiresome dress-rehearsal of the three-act play Don't Take My Penny, Pat Nipper screams at her boyfriend, Ken Lobley about his girlfriend, Jerry Mixon. Marsha Roberts reads the part of an absent player. Physical Science is quite different this year. Now students like Steve Webb, Butch Adams, and Neal Fanster have more experiments in the lab which they enjoy. 16 {January. . . Half- Jinisked Our girls basketball team works out hard to win. Some of the effort and concentration is seen in Scotta Lavendar's expressions as she goes up for a scoring-shot. 17 Dan Clark is in the greenhouse watering the plants grown by the pre- lab class, which was a new subject added to the curriculum this year. 5 Js As with big league sports, baseball is a game played in the spring for the girls PE classes. Sometimes the girls find time to sit and watch like Princessa Jacks and Cheryl Hill. 18 With three years of high school studies be- hind them, seniors like Shirley Britt and Tootsie Morgan, goof-off; really enjoying their last year of school. mart) Jim The FFA honors citizens who have helped the chap- ter throughout the year. Mr. Cowley was presented a special award by Mike Hickey at the annual FFA banquet this year. Lunch breaks are always fun and all sorts of things can happen. It seems that these girls are using some kind of sign language that Shirley Britt can't quite figure out. 19 Every year Mr. Holdridge, band director, receives a gift of appreciation from the band students. This year his astonished face shows the surprise he felt for the gift he received - a piggy bank full of money! Lunch is the time for long discussions on all types of topics. Jeff McDonald and Kathi Nichols discuss their morning classes before the noon bell rings and classes resume. The one act play for this year was School for Husbands. Pat Nipper, Billy Horton, Leslie Clapp, and Linda Herd are shown doing a part of the play which they did at the District UIL Meet. 20 Active Participation Jh March Open house is always held in March of each year during Visitation Week. Concerned parents visit the high school to examine the work of their children and speak to the teachers. Victor Maness, Kathyrn Rains and Roy Cleveland discuss a class with an interested parent. Steve Watson tries to convince Miss Moore he should get an 'A' after he has said his French dialogue. 21 Concentration and patience are a must in typing class, whether it is your first or second year. These students are really work- ing hard for a good grade, and to develop a skill which can be used in later years. Night practice for the stage band is always a lot of hard work and fun. Michael Meclinger, Jodi Guthrie, Steven Streich, Jay Cantrell, Jerry Mixon, Randy Johnston, and Lynn Dozier are practicing for the spring concert for this year. 22 The girls and boys choirs are new this year. They have made a grand beginning, and have great promise for the years to come! April u i a 4BMhL« s iv ■ jff. - 4 m Running our school system is not always an easy job. It is sometimes necessary for Mr. Dawson and Mr. Miller to make mutual agreements in order to reach the best possible an- swer for all concerned. Our school couldn't do with- out the coke machine. Lunch just wouldn't be the same for those like Kay Lee, Mary Ann Cogdel and Su- zanne Stevens. 23 M End Js Near Ja May Toward the end of every year Seniors are making the final decisions and preparations college. Counselling is required for •e who are still not sure what they are g .g to do. Mr. Miller helps Lonnie Boylan make the best choice for his future. Halls are always busy places, and our halls are no different, people talk, run to class late, laugh, and sometimes get mad in these hectic halls. 24 During the spring semester practice teachers take over classes to get experience for their teach- ing career. Mrs. MacDonald, who knows her job well, lets Mr. Phillips take over. Only a few more weeks left for the Seniors! Bill O'Brien looks for a good job he can do with the ability he has acquired from high school. Between classes, part of the confusion is getting to your locker and back before the bell rings. Rita Railsback tries to figure out which book she needs so she can go to class with Mary Ann Cog- dell. 25 Remember the first time you asked me for a date ... Individuals form the student body of W. F. George High School, yet two individuals find some of their ideas are the same and they are seen as one, as a couple. Together they share many memories, memories of special activities, proms, and banquets. Halls, classrooms, and libraries are memory-making places because of the 'heart to heart' talks couples experience. Couples share laughter and tears, some for years, some for a few months. Remember May • • Remember the first snow when we were walking to the gym and you fell; the test Mrs. Smith gave us just before the pep rally one Friday; the time you asked me for our first date; the fun we had in sixth - , period English; and the funny feeling we had just before graduation. All these memories seem to come back to your mind as the end of the year draws near. These memories are brightly portrayed in May. As years progress attitudes toward life change because of of the students and teachers you are associated with daily. Romana Maples' and Shirley Bradberry’s charac- ter is maturing with their friendship. Sweetly scented dreams are a part of every indi- vidual's life. Some of these dreams become memories which will be cherished throughout one’s lifetime. Janise Davenport thoughtfully remembers her high school years, and she is looking forward to her remaining years of high school. 27 Jarewell Our Dear Ole School. . . The Agriculture building provides a place to learn manual skills for boys. Bricks, metal, lumber, nails, screws, and bolts physically make up build- ings; and that is all they are until they come to use. People begin using them - working and playing for hours inside their rooms. The meaning of the word 'building' be- comes deeper for these people. The buildings then develop feeling, warmth, and memories. These are the type of buildings we have at our high school. They are full of memories of the study, work, play, joy, and sorrow of each individual student. This is our final salute to W. F. George High School. Here’s to our dear ole' school ... The gym cultivates sportsmanship for both boys and girls throughout the whole year. Home management is taught to girls in the Home-Economics cottage. The band hall is always bustling with ex- citement as band and choir members practice for con- certs. 30 v A cheerleader’s yell, the contact of football players, the final buzzef of a basketball game, and the starting gun of a track meet all combine to make up the athletic program at IPHS. As Hawk players and fans go from game to game, they not only take the name of Iowa Park, but they constantly display the great spirit and sense of fair play for which the Hawks are known. Though the game may not always be won, � he self-discipline, sportsmanship, and courage, points which we Value in the game of life, have been gained through participation in Sports. To an outsider, Sports means games, excitement, and cheering for the team, but to the athletes themselves, it means hard practice, high hopes, and sometimes defeat. It also means working with your teammates to display the best your school has to offer. As Head Coach, Coach Watkins' job is to give attention to all parts of the team and their func- tions. A manager's life is really rough. Just ask the H- k managers: John Johnson, Scott Cannaday, Marvin Nipper, and Eddie White. Coach MacWilliams and Coach Combs look the team over from the sidelines and de- cide on a course of action. Hawk Staff 1st ROW: M. Nipper, J. Gilmore, L. Dawson. J. McDonald, M. Miller, R. Garrison, R. McCord, P. Green, L. Boylan, S. Johnson, R. Patterson, Coach Combs. 2nd ROW: J. Spruiell, M. Thompson, R. Spruiell, D. Spruiell, J. Clapp. M. Robertson, J. Eke. S. Nunn, B. O’Brien. S. Berry. 3rd ROW: E. White. Coach Watkins, S. Watson, D. Harrison, N. Newman, W. Bradberry. G. Frazier, R. Bradford. V. Maness, C. French, J. Pittman, Coach Mac- Williams. Pre-Qamc „ A Hawk must be prepared for battle. Captain Berry meditates over what to call, but Eke and Clapp keep their cool. Many activities precede a Hawk football game. First, all players must dress and prepare for the upcoming battle. After a im-up, the team returns to the dressing room and the captains remain on the field for the coin toss. The captains then return to the dressing room. The feeling of tenseness is everywhere as the boys pound each other on the back and shout Let’s go Hawks. The Hawks then hit the field and the stands become an uproar as the band plays the Fight Song and the cheerleaders yell for the Mighty Hawks ... The dressing room soon becomes too close to contain the tension of the team. 33 Spirit Js Zke Key The Hawks rush to the sidelines with a continuation of the Mean Green Spirit seen in the dressing room. The tenseness has nearly reached a climax and the fans are shouting Go Hawks! All the way! The teams line up, the signals are called, the ball is snapped, and the game is on 34 Hawk Offense Js Zaps Steve Nunn hauls in a pass to contribute yardage to the Hawk cause. Many yards were covered by this fine player. James Eke made 1053 yards for the Hawks. Jim Clapp rolls out to gain more valuable yardage for the Hawks. Defense Js Kest The Mean Green defense was one of the he- the state, especially at blocking punts and passes. Clapp opens a hole for a fellow back to gain yardage for the Hawks. 36 Season Ends With Honor Coach Mac talks to Coach Combs on the hotline in hopes of gaining valuable information. Burkburnett We 18 Decatur 34 Hirschi 16 Wellington 39 Seymour 7 Electra 66 Memphis 56 Childress 47 uanah 28 amrock 34 illips 34 ver City 25 Rea '•an County 0 Daii Terfield 0 •Denotes District games ••Dei. tes Bi-District game F otes Regional game • notes Quarter-final game • • .notes Semi-final game They - 66 7 - 15 - 20 6 8 0 7 0 0 12 2 0 - 14 The Hawks made their fifth straight trip to the State playoffs. They played good ball and took the District easily with only one bad scare, Seymour. The Hawks are destined to win State in 2-AA and that could very well come about next year. The Mean Green proved their worth to the Hawk fans as they traveled to the semi-finals in spite of many injuries and a lot of inex- perienced team members. However, the team will have nearly the whole starting line-up returning. At the end of the season, it was announced that the Hawks had palced 9 boys on the All-District team and 3 boys on the All-State team. ALL-DISTRICT: Jim Clapp, James Eke, Gary Fra- zier, Robert Bradford, Weldon Bradberry; offense. Steve Berry, Craig French, Steve Nunn, Mark Thompson; defense. ALL-STATE: Steve Berry, Craig French, James Eke. Honorable Mention: Jim Clapp, Gary Frazier. Steve Nunn leaves a litter of bodies behind as he gallops toward paydirt. 37 {Junior Varsity BACK ROW - Mgr. J. Johnson, Coach Larry Dortch, J. Spruiell, C. Moore, J. Ayers, B. Hammack, B. Adams, M. Reid, J. Cozart, R. Trahan, T. Clark, J. Wilson, Coach Tom Shelton, FRONT ROW - R. Sykes, M. Duerson, S. Spruiell, D. Beall, S. Catlin, M. McCord, D. McBay, G. Ancell, G. Williams, J. Harri- son. Gary Williams (25) makes a strong effort to avoid being tackled and darts around the right end. Junior Varsity players look on during halftime while Coach .Shelton explains a play. Once again, the Hawk Junior Varsity finished off the season as District Champs. Although they got off to a slow start, it wasn't long before they bounced back and were a threat to everyone they played. Larry Fortner (33), being closely pur- sued, cuts up field on an end run. 38 BACK ROW - J. Bernstein, R. Griest, S. Webb, J. Frazier, G. Pyle, R. Ricks. B. Barker, D. Cobb. S. Morrison, J. Perkins, C. Buikema, MIDDLE ROW - Coach Larry Dortch, T. Lee, B. Horton J. Smith, S. Scott, N. Fans- ler, D. Harrison, J. Brown, C. Wright, Coach Tom Shelton. FRONT ROW - L. B rry, J. Travis. D. Spruiell. G. French, M. Kelly, R. Alsup, B. Blair, J. Green. This was the second year that there was a Freshman team, and like the first, the young Hawks flew out of the season as District Champs. Sam Morrison (10) leads the way as Steve Webb (20) trots around the end. Johnny Bernste ' jjauls in a pass in the end zone for a scor gainst Quanah. 39 ZAA Varsity Zeam 68-69 BACK - D. Russell, J. Duggins, J. Clapp, R. Walker, W. Lehman, C. Lemond, G. Frazier, L. Clapp, J King, R. Cleveland, M. Thompson. FRONT - Mgr. M. Nipper. This year's varsity squad under the skilled leadership of Coach Tom Shelton finished their season with a district 2AA record of 5 wins and 9 losses. The record for the entire season was 7 wins and 15 losses. Outstanding players for this season were Clark Lemond, senior, who made the sec- ond-string all district team; Jimmy Duggins, junior; Roy Cleveland, junior and Jim Clapp, junior. 40 Junior Jim Clapp prepares to shoot on a jump shot beside a Shamrock defender, it John King jumps up from behind a „ Shamrock player to take a shot. Junior Jimmy Duggins leaps into the air un der the basket and shoots. Senior Clark Lemond jumps in front of a Shamrock player to get a basket. 41 “f$” Zeam M. McCord, L. Dawson, D. Ratcliff, S. Watson, B. Hammack, E. White, R. Sykes, G. Ancell, L. Walker, S. Catlin, R. Reeder. The B team, under direction of Coach Gerald Combs, and the Freshman squad, under direction of Coach Larry Dortch, finished off a season in which both teams did exceptionally well. Next year’s varsity has many promising players coming from the B Team. Some of these players are Lynn Walker, Ron Reeder, Greg Ancell and Lee Dawson. This year’s outstanding freshmen were Charles Buikema, Johnny Bernstein, Gerald Pyle and Jackie Perkins. LEFT - Sophomore Lynn Walker leaps into the air to get two points on a lay-up. RIGHT - Sophomore Greg Ancell leaves his opponents and trots downcourt on his way to two points. 42 JrcskmeH BACK - J. Perkins, R. Griest, D. Cobb, J. Frazier, B. Barker, G. Pyle, C. Buikema, S. Morrison, J. Bernstein, D. Spruiell. FRONT - Mgr. J. Johnson. Gerald Pyle leaps into the air amid a mob of defend- ers for two points. 43 Able Ceade J. Combs, K. Crawford, C. Johnson, V. Robinson, E. Burt, A. Huckaby, B. Heacox, mgr., S. Lavender, C. Irby, N. Huckaby, R. Pyle, D. Elliott. Coach Donald Lucy coached his first girls' basketball team this year for the Hawks, He did a great job as he led the Hawks to a second place in the Electra Tournament. He has high hopes for the team next year with lots of material from the sophomore class. Jiiakes Qirb ttardworkers Season Record Hawks Opponents Wellington 48 68 Electra 44 49 Memphis 46 70 Shamrock 48 63 Wellington 25 63 Electra 47 40 Memphis 51 59 Shamrock 46 53 Oh, no you don’t says senior guard Jeri Combs, as she retrieves a loose basketball at the Electra game. A quick under-head shot adds another 2 points to Scotta Lavender’s average. Much credit for this year’s team and the second place in the Electra Tournament goes to Scotta Lavender. This fine player, All- District for 4 years, has led her team in many ways besides on the basketball court. Her ability, spirit, and desire to win have inspired her teammates to work harder. Although the Hawks didn’t have a very good season, they worked hard and had a very profitable year. The basketball teams of the future will be lucky if they have one player like Scotta Lavender on their line-up. 45 Many Problems The defense talks things over at half-time and decides how best to guard their opponents. Here I am, Scotta, Shirley Britt waits patiently for the pass from the tie ball. But, Coach, she's taller than me, says Scotta when Coach Lucy tells her to jump up and shoot. Jn ZkeCourse-Of Season Record Henrietta Archer City Windthorst Jacksboro Holiday Holiday Lockett Up and at ’em, Elli. Ellisan Burt goes high to block the Electra girl's shot. 13-28 20-30 17-34 23-11 12-29 12-29 19-25 1st ROW - C. Johnson, R. Pyle, V. Robinson, C. Irby, N. Huckaby. 2nd ROW: M. Thompson, C. Hill, B. Klinkerman, C. Huff, G. Rains. 47 Mrs. Pat Watkins coached the girls' volleyball team to victory many times. She is looking forward to an excel- lent season next year. The girls volleyball team had a good season under the leadership of Mrs. Watkins. They defeated Childress, Electra, Windthorst, Graham, and Northside of Vernon. The girls placed first in the Windthorst Invitational Tournament and placed 2 girls, Scotta Lavender and Ann Huckaby on the All-Tournament team. At the District Tournament, the Hawks were handed their first loss by the Seymour Pantherettes. This loss ended the fine season of the Hawks. However, the chances for next year are favorable as the Hawks lost only 2 seniors and the test of the team were sophomores. Volleyball (j Strive ‘A’ 'Ceam 1st ROW: Cindy Johnson, Scotta Lavender, Vicki Robinson. 2nd ROW: Ellisann Burt, Beverly Klinkerman, Ann Huckaby, Cathy Irby. ‘ft’ Zeam 1st ROW: Cindy Schroeder, Sherrie Skelton, Anne Gilmore. 2nd ROW: Sue Spruiell, Rita Pyle, Belinda Skelton, Donna Elliott. Jor Perfection After the set up from Scotta Lavender, Ann Huckaby takes it over with a spike. Cathy Irby hits a perfect set up to the front line while Burt and Johnson look on with expressions of hope. 49 Zkrec fetters Dale Miller and Randy Walker represented Iowa Park in the Sr. division boys doubles. They placed second in District. Lynn Walker played Sr. division boys’ singles. He is a pillar of hope for next year. 50 1st ROW: J. Johnson, A. Bond urant, J. Combs, N. Huckaby. 2nd ROW: R. Cleveland, J. Richter, L. Walker, R. Walker, D. Miller. Zake District James Richter and Roy Cleveland played boys' doubles in the Sr. division. These two are expected to do great things next year. The District Tennis Tournament at Electra, held March 28, brought wonderful results with Jeri Combs winning first in the Sr. division girls singles and Benny Horton and David Harrison in the Jr. division boys' doubles. Since experience is a valuable asset in tennis, there is great hope for next year’s team with Jerrie Johnson and Nancy Huckaby in the girls' doubles, Lynn Walker in boys' singles, and Benny Horton and David Harrison in boys’ doubles. Jeri Combs placed 1st in District as she successfully defended her title of District Champion in girls' singles. She also placed 1st in the Burk Tournament earlier in the year. 51 2AA 'District Zrack Champs 68-69 FIRST ROW: L. Dawson, M. Hathaway, J. McDonald, B. Hacker, Calvin Scheffe. SECOND ROW: J. Clapp, M. Thompson, R. Stewart, R. Ricks, G. Ancell. THIRD ROW: C. French, J. Pittman, M. Spillman, G. Frazier, S. Eke, G. Williams. The Iowa Park track team did an excellent job this year under the direction of its new coach, Jerry McWilliams. After a loss at the district meet in the 67-68 season, the Hawks flashed back this year to win their tenth district title in eleven years. This year the speedy Hawks went to the regional meet in seven events. They are as follows: 440 yard relay team (in picture on opposite page); 120 yard high hurdles and 330 inter- mediate hurdles, Jimmy Gilmore; 440 yard dash, Gary Williams; 220 yard dash, Jeff McDonald; shot put, Craig French; pole vault, Steve Webb and Greg Ancell. Calvin Scheffe displays an expression of pain as he finishes first in the 100 yard dash at the track meet in Graham. Mawks QoRegional Jn Seven Events Jowa Park Sends One Hawk Zo State Craig French, junior, gives a tremendous surge of power and tosses the shot during one of the throws that helped take him to state. Greg Ancell, sophomore, leaves the ground after a powerful run for a flight that will carry him 12'6 into the air and into the pit at Lubbock. Of the seven events that the Hawks en- tered at Lubbock, only one of these went to state. Craig French placed second in the shot put and gained the right to travel to the state meet in Austin. The 440 relay team did very good by capturing third place. Because only first and second place go to state, the relay team was unable to go to state. 440 RELAY TEAM: G. Williams, R. Stewart, J. McDonald, L. Dawson. 53 MILE RELAY TEAM: B. Hacker, M. Hathaway, R. Stewart, G. Williams. The mile relay team was unable to place at district and did not attend the regional meet. Both Gary Williams in the 440 yard dash and Jimmy Gilmore in the hurdles went to the regional meet. Al- though both boys did an excellent job, neither went to the state meet. Gary Williams, junior comes across the line in the 440 yard dash to get fourth place at Lubbock’s Regional Track Meet. Jimmy Gilmore, sophomore, leaps over a hurdle in the 120 high hurdles during preliminary running events at Lubbock. Srcskmcn JVab Second Place M District FIRST ROW: R«, Hathaway, G. Walker, J. Woods, R. Alsup, D. Spruiell. SECOND ROW: J. Walsh, J. Brown, T. Lee, S. Scott. THIRD ROW: S. Morrison, J. Frazier, B. Barker, J. Newman, G. Pyle, D. Cobb, J. Perkins. 440 RELAY TEAM: BACK ROW: G. Pyle, J. Frazier. FRONT ROW: S. Scott, J. Perkins. In district competition the team got second place. With Coach Tommy Watkins as the directing coach the Freshmen team had a very good sea- son. At the district meet in Vernon they placed second behind Seymour. MILE RELAY TEAM: G. Walker, J. Frazier, G. Pyle, J. Perkins. At district the mile relay team raced to a second place finish. 55 56 According to the dictionary, a faculty is the body of persons entrusted with the government and instruction of a university, school, or college. To the students at W. F. George High School, this definition means much more. It’s a warm.smile, extra help before or after school, a word of encouragement at the right moment and most of all - a guiding hand. The following pages are dedicated to the faculty members who have proven themselves with such wonderful qualities. 57 The brain of the education system is located in this building which houses the offices of the superintendent, the school board and the tax accessor-collector. Mr. Nowell, Superintendent of schools, spends many hours in conference, research, planning and study to improve and maintain an up-to-date system of education in Iowa Park. Mrs. MacWilliams, seated, is the reception- ist in the administration building. Mrs. Escue is the secretary to Mr. Nowell. 58 At a regular meeting of the school board, these competent, civic that determine the quality of education the students may receive. -minded men discuss and make policies Mrs. Smith is the secretary to Mr. Mr. Stegar, Tax Assessor Steger. Collector, works many hard hours to maintain an efficient tax office. PRESIDENT OF THE SCHOOL BOARD - Fred Parky. Jn Zhe front Office. . . Mr. Miller's patience, understanding and guidance has helped to show many students the right course, not only in school but in personal problems. Is this the grin of a mad typist? You had better believe it! Mrs. Smith's personality, as well as her efficiency as Mr. Dawson's secretary, adds greatly to the school environment. Mr. Dawson’s face reveals the immense satisfaction received because of the cooperation of the students as they strive to work with the faculty to improve the standards of the school. 60 The quality of the coaches is one of the most important factors in any sport. Iowa Park has been fortunate enough to build up a staff of athletic directors who have been able to place the HAWKS among the finest in the state each year. Coach Watkins is the head football coach. Coach Combs is an assis- tant football coach, ten- nis instructor and B team basketball coach. Mr. Dortch is the freshman football and basketball coach and Mr. Shel- Mr. Mac Williams is the track and assistant ton is the B team football and A varsity football coach. team basketball coach. Mr. Lucy is the girls basketball coach. 61 On Zhe Home front Mrs. Shumsky and Mrs. Davison demonstrate to their home economics students skills and techniques that will be of priceless value. Jh Zhe World secret. Mr. Zion doesn't really need a book when he teaches Texas and world history and economics. Mrs. MacDonald’s interest in history has He knows the book by made her one of the most well-informed heart from cover to cover, teachers in matters of world affairs. This interest has brought life to her American history, government and world affairs classes. Jh Zhe Jicld Mr. Renfro and Mr. Davis give the boys a well-rounded study in the fields of agri- culture and horticulture. . . . And Jh Science And then Columbus said, 1 must go to America and discover Ray Charles, relates Mr. Quarrels to his history class. Why is there air? That is just one of the many questions Mr. Wynn and Mr. Roberts encounter in teaching their science courses. Alright, somebody help Medlinger get his head out of the Tuba. There is never a dull moment in class for Mr. Holdridge, band director. Going out of my head ... and you would too if you were Mr. Dick and had three high school choir classes. . . . And Ctisure Just because I'm a new teacher doesn't mean you can put anything over on me, Mrs. Harrel informed Lonnie Boylan. Mrs. Harrel teaches bookkeeping and typing. She sells sea shells by the sea shore, dictates Mrs. Davis short- hand, typing, and English II teach- er. Cabor Mrs. Smith teaches English IV and Speech I and II and is the director of the annual play and several one-act plays. She is the sponsor for the UIL speech Mrs. Miller conducts classes in Business English. English IV and Junior Business. Mrs. Miller also has a devotional for interested students three days a week. contests. Jh Zhe World Miss Moore teaches English II and French. Mrs. Dearen teaches English I and English IV. the sponsor for the UIL spelling contestants. She is 65 Jh Zhe field Of figures Mr. Smith teaches plane geometry, trigonom- etry and Algebra I. Mr. Flatt teaches Algebra I and II and plane geometry. It is the responsibility of these three men to present a well-rounded education in the field of mathematics. Not only will this education be needed in college but in the daily lives of each and every student. 66 Mrs. Watkins supervises classes in P. E. and is the volleyball coach. Mrs. Cowley's warm personality has made the library a perfect place to study in. Custodians Mr. Stermer Mr. Watkins Mr. Rauschuber Mr. Stapp Just as the teachers administer to a student's mental needs, these men contribute to our physical comfort. They have a warm building ready when we arrive and they are always on hand when an emer- gency arises. It must be some kind of a record. Mr. Wal- ker had completed his fourty-ninth year with the high school. In appreciation we want to say 'thank you’ for the many services you have performed for the faculty and students. The friendly gentleman with the wrench is Mr. Rauschuber. Meanwhile. . . Out Jn Kitchen. . . Oh I wish I were an Oscar Meyer weiner ... so these talented ladies could dress them into another one of the delicious meals they have prepared each day for the students. Above are Mrs. McLemore, Mrs. Heacox, Mrs. Harris, Mrs, Brott, and Mrs. Matthews. Below are Mrs. Moore, Mrs. Tatom and Mrs. Walker, who is the head cook. 69 The students are the most important aspect of school activity, for sudents make up the classes, which make up IPHS. Each day the many problems that arise can be seen on the faces of the students of IPHS. For the freshman there are th’ e more years of life at Iowa Park High, but for the seniors hi school has come to an end, and the whole world stands bef lem. 71 Senior Class Officers The quickest, Dest year of high school, the Senior year is the final chance for the enjoy- ment of high school. The Seniors of '69' represent the last class to come out of the W. F. George high school. Leading them through their final year were Mrs. Dearen, Mrs. Shumsky, and Mr. Mc- Williams, who sponsored the Seniors. PRESIDENT ... Dale Miller VICE-PRESIDENT ... Shirley Britt SECRETARY ... Ann Huckaby TREASURER ... Sally Sawyer 72 President Dale Miller Stephanie Birdett Lucy Black Brenda Bludnick Jackie Bohannon Maureen Bohannon Pam Boles Lonnie Boylon Robert Bradford Shirley Britt Sarah Brubaker Marsha Burrage Terry Capps Seniors are always busy. Here Jody Patterson works hard trying to meet a typing deadline. Kent Cannady Debbie Carver Leslie Clapp Dan Clark Mary Ann Cogdell Susan Colburn Jeri Combs Danny Custis James Eke Donna Elliot Rodney Garrison Carolyn Gibson Zke West Js ] et Zo Come Steve Gibson Perry Green Doug Guthrie Jan is Guthrie Barbara Heacox Linda Herd 75 Teresa Holden Leigh Holder Rickey Hollenbaugh Billy Horton Ann Huckaby Carol Hunter Robert Johnson Randy Johnston Seniors Study Hard Zheir Cast year . . . Geneva Kingcade Scotta Lavender Seniors always study, as Bill O'Brien is caught reading Kay Lee Wayne Lehman the latest football write-up when he should have been studying his trigonometry. 76 Clark Lemond Richalene Luse John Maples Gayla Martin Randy McCord Michael Medlinger Md Jts Worth Jtl Dale Miller Mike Miller The Senior year is when many fond and wonderful memories are made. No matter what happens in the future, this tender moment will al- ways be remembered and treasured by Jerry Mixon and Brenda Gibbs. 77 Jerry Mixon Tootsie Morgan Debbie Muse Pat Nipper Steve Nunn Bill O’Brien Jody Patterson Roger Patterson John Pavlovic Bill Payne Joe Pearson Wayne Preston Robert Puder Terry Ralston Carol Rentschler Zhe West Of 6 Mike Robertson Sally Sawyer Calvin Scheffe Danny Schmidt Janice Sitzes Carol Smith Johnnie Spikes Paula Spruiell Wayne Lehman studies his trig and wonders if he is ever going to graduate or not. Seniors. . . ft ever Quit John Steinsick Suzanne Stevenson Ronnie Stewart Steven Streich Tyra Towns Janie Trantham Paul Tucker Robert Vaughn Randy Walker Cindy Walsh Becky Weber Sharon Woodrow junior Class Officers PRESIDENT Jim Clapp VICE-PRESIDENT Steve Berry SECRETARY Kathy Bogan TREASURER Teresa Reid Leading the junior class this year were sponsors: Mrs. McDonald, Mrs. Davidson, Mr. Quarles, Mr. Wynn, and Mr. Zion. They were a help in many ways. The junior class officers had some good ideas this year for a class of pep and energy. They made signs for foot- ball games, flowers for Homecom- ing, and led their class in many activities. 80 PRESIDENT Jim Clapp Roy Adams Donnie Atchley Minta Auchmoody Judy Balch Elena Bates Dale Beall Wesley Bennett Steve Berry Kyle Bernstein Debbie Blizzard {Juniors Are Upperclassmen Kathy Bogan Susan Bonner Weldon Bradberry Patti Brown Doug Burgoyne Deanne Carver Sue Chesser Jim Clapp Roy Cleveland Deana Cook Debbie Daws Jimmy Duggins Henry Dunn Chuck Dyer Gayland Edmiston 82 Steve Eke Linda Entrop Janice Faulkner Brenda Fox Gary Frazier Linda Garvin Mary Gibbs Cecil Gilmore Donald Green Brenda Greenwood Jodi Guthrie Billy Hacker Martin Hathaway Mike Hickey Philip Hopkins {juniors Hove Spirit! The junior ciass is shown here at one of the many pep rallys. They are always joining the yells and doing their part. Gary Hoyer Karen Huff Steve Johnson Steve Kundert Ann Kelly John King David Kingcade Gene Kingcade Susan Kratzer James LaBelle Jimmy Lee Richard Lehman Gerry Lington Ken Lobley Randy Lovelady We’ll Soon Me Seniors! Carolyn Mahler Victor Manes Carol Martin Debbie Mayfield Dick Me Bay Lyle Moore Ronnie Murray Newt Newman Val Overbey Rose Mary Paris Brenda Patterson Ricky Patterson Tommy Payne Jerry Pittman Judy Powell Rita Pyle Kathryn Rains Connie Reed Ron Reeder Mel Reid Teresa Reid James Richter Jessale Ricks Marsha Roberts Gary Roland Gary Rusk Dale Russell {Juniors Keep Up Zke Qood Work James LaBelle and Jerry Spruiell are ready and waiting for Mr. Dick's instructions for the next song. The Boys' choir was a real hit this year. 85 Brenda Scheffe Donnie Schmidt Marsha Shadle Patti Sherman Stephen Sibley Kerry Skaggs Belinda Skelton Donna Solomon Mike Spillman Becky Spruiell Doug Spruiell Jerry Spruiell Rusty Spruiell Sue Spruiell Sam Staber {Juniors Me J dive JM Many Organizations Mary Swanson Glen Taylor Karen Thomas Mark Thompson Laura Todd Randy Trahan Charles Turner Sandra Turner Richie Weber Eddie White Gary Williams Jo Williams Tommy Williamson Patti Brown, a junior cheerleader, shows her enthusiasm at one of the many exciting football games of this year. 87 Sophomore Class Officers PRESIDENT Brenda Giobs SECRETARY Nancy Huckaby TREASURER Debbie Smith PRESIDENT Brenda Gibbs The Sophomore sponsors were Mr. Davis, Mr. Flatt, Miss Moore, Mr. Nunn, and Mr. Shelton. The Sophomore officers work hard together to make their class the best possible. This group of girls led their class in many activities. Greg Ancell Jeff Ayers Richard Baker Zke Jackie Barnes Ken Be'an Larry Beard Sophs Keally Judy Blackerby Cooper Boylan Zry Shirley Bradberry Hard De Wayne Britt Mark Britt Michele Brown Ellisann Burt Randy Byrd Lomax Campbell Scott Cannaday Jay Cantrell Kenny Capps Steve Catlin Timmy Clark Jackie Colburn Deana Coleman Carol Cole Danny Cope Joe Cozart Gary Crawford Kristie Crawford Roger Cummings Janise Davenport Dwayne Davis Lee Dawson Kay Deatherage Connie Denton Lynn Dozier Mike Duerson Noah Elliot Burrell Elliot Robert Entrikin Sharon Finney Larry Fortner Craig French Karen George Brenda Gibbs Jimmy Gilmore Linda Greenwood The Sophomore English class looks like it has plenty of work to do. Rigjit Pam and Jimmy? Thomas Harris Don Harrison Jimmy Harrison 91 Dianne Hartmangruber Kathy Hat ield Mike Hicks Harlyn Hill Kathy Holdeman Steve Holder Bobby Horton Sandi Horton Nancy Huckaby Pam Huff Gary Hunter Cathy Irby Lana Jacks Ramona Jackson Cindy Johnson Jerrie Johnson John Johnson Scott Julian Belinda Kasparek Jimmy Kasparek Roggie Kidd Lana Lane Mark Lee Barbara Lott Joyce Lovelady Deena Lucas Ramona Maples Don Martin Paula Martin Mark McCord Jeff McDonald Glena Miller Clifford Moore Danny Moore James Moore Sandra Neifort Kathy Nichols Marvin Nipper Dale Owens Linda Owens Jimmy Pressler Linda Price Darrell Ratcliff Vickye Robinson Mona Sasser Kyle Shelton Susan Sitgreaves Debbie Smith Glenda Spruiell Mike Roberts Teresa Roye Debra Schwenneker Sylvia Sibley Sherry Smith Linda Spikes Judy Spruiell Steve Spruiell Gwen Stout Jackie Stubbs Randy Sykes Gary Tatom Timmy Timms Brenda Trahan Sharon Trahan Randall Trevilion Lynn Walker Cheryl Walker Glenn Watkins Steve Watson Debbie Webb James Whaley Dyan Williams James Wilson Linda Wilson 93 freshmen Class Officers PRESIDENT ... Don Yeager VICE-PRESIDENT ... Jackie Perkins SECRETARY . .. Jimmy Brown TREASURER ... Brenda Barnes The Freshman year of high school is the period of adjustment and change to a new world. Help- ing this year's Freshmen to change were their sponsors: Mrs. Davis, Mr. Dortch, Mrs. C. B. Smith, Mr. Smith, Mrs. Venhaus, and Mrs. Har- rell. Under such capable guidance the Freshmen prepared for the chal- lenging years to come. 94 PRESIDENT Don Yeager Gweneth Abernathy Butch Adams Darenda Ainsworth Connie Alleman Ricky Alsup Clarissa Anderson Robert Atkins Paul Auchmoody Rosa Balli Bobby Barber Buddy Barker Brenda Barnes Johnny Bernstein Lyndel Berry Tommy Birdett friendly frees The freshmen put out a lot of spirit at the Homecoming Bonfire. 96 Richard Blair Demetra Blevins Debbie Booher Alyce Bondurant Walter Boren Elaine Boyles David Britt Mikel Brookshire Jimmy Brown Lannie Browning Charles Buikema Terry Caldwell Gayle Cannedy Sherri Capps Joni Carter Of Zke J Laura Catron David Cobb Janie Cogdell Debra Cole John Conyers Pat Coulter Nancy Cudd Jim Denton Joey Dickerson Donald Durham Neal Fansler Elmer Featherston Janet Fox James Frazier Gary French Pam Gibson Steve Gibson Jimmy Green Vickie Gregg Ricky Griest Paul Guyette David Hanson David Harrison Raleifh 'iathaway mam Jerry Herd Cheryl Hill Cindy Hill Hollyse Hill Bennie Horton Connie Huff Tim Hunter Vickie Illingsworth Princessa Jacks Billy James Carole Jeter Guinette Johnson Jackie Johnson Randy Johnson Diane Johnston Darrell Jolly Debby Keener Mike Kelly Coleen Kennedy Tim King Beverly Klinkerman George Knezek Edward Lane Linda Laurence freshmen frnd A whole new world of excitement opened for the freshmen this year. Ac- tivities, such as pep rallies during football season, made the gym a fa- miliar place on Friday afternoons. Mike Leath Tony Lee Donna Leonard i Joanne Ligntsey Wayne Loffler James Maloney Barbara Matthews Clarence Matthews Jerry Matthews Lee McClelland Craig McCord Jeanne McDaniel Patty McLemore Billy McNeely Craig Medlinger flew Zasks M t Many flew friends Sam Morrison Ronnie Muse Jim Newman Hunter Nipper Dale North Patsy Painter Jimmy Pappas Billy Pearson Kathy Pearson Jackie Perkins 99 Becky Powell Roy Puder Gerald Pyle Rita Railsback Geneva Rains Judy Ralston Ricky Rankin Debbie Reid Reba Reid Cindy Rentschler Ricky Ricks Jerry Riley Patti Roberts Cynthia Routh Terry Rowland Cindy Schroeder Steve Scott Carlene Seale Carol Sharp Sherrie Skelton Bonnie Shewmake Sandra Skinner Duncan Spruiell Jan Spruiell Buzzy Smith Jan Smith J. C. Smith Sue Staber David Stout Bill Streich Kenneth Thomas Christy Thompson Marcia Thompson Jeannie Tigert Steve Travis j I 100 Lee Tucker Debbie Turner William Vickers Joe Voyles Glynn Walker Karen Watson Rhonda Watson Jerry Walsh Judy Watts Karla Weaver Steve Webb Beverly Wheeler Cathy Whittingstall Debbie Williams Rhonda Williams Jreshmen “We Shall Kise” Gary Williamson Joe Williamson Diane Wilson Craig Wright Johnny Woods Don Yeager 10! 102 zatrns In this section we have tried to capture some of the serious and the lighter sides of the many organizations and the people who were in them. These organizations bring home honors and awards that give the school well deserved recognition. Gr-hip participation aids the student in further activities by encouraging him to participate with a group rather than as an individual. -V . 103 Ti� T40LB reseir‘Tatives Becky Spruiell, Kathy Bogan, Deaton Cook, Mark Thompson, and Gary Frazier. Under the capable leadership of President Leslie Clapp the 1968-69 Student Council has provided the student body with many varied activities to help make this school year a mem- orable one. 1968-69 Student Council officers are Leslie Clapp, President; Jim Clapp, Vice-President; Shirley Britt, Secretary; and Brenda Gibbs, Treasurer. 104 Senior Representatives are Dale Mille. Mike Robertson, Ann Huckaby, Sally Sawyer and Scotta Lavender. Student Council flew And Exciting Activities Freshmen Representatives are Alice Bondurant, Steve Gibson, and Dianne Johnston. Sophomore Representatives are Judy Spruiell, Glena Miller, Sylvia Sibley and Jay Cantrell. 105 - PATTI BROWN Junior SHIRLEY BIRTT Senior KATHY BOGAN Junior The 1968-69 Pep Squad did their part to further the football season by following the team to every game. This year the officers were President, Jeri Combs and Secretary Treasurer, Carolyn Gibson. SCOTTA LAVENDER Senior JODY PATTERSON Head Cheerleader Senior BECKY SPRUIELL Junior ' ■ ’ w J Cappella Choir Mas “historic year” Mr. Dick, Choral Director for A Cappella, and Boys and Girls Choirs led the groups through two concerts, a tour and a contest this year. His quick wit and humor helped 108 make the year a successful one. Four Seniors were chosen as officers of the Acappella Choir for this year. They were: Dale Miller, President; Sally Sawyer, Vice-president; Ann Huckaby, Secretary; and Jody Pat- terson, Treasurer. Janie Trantham and Randy McCord are Presidents of the Girls and Boys Choirs. The girls and boys choirs worked hard and long to accomplish the pleasant blend of voices they acquired when they presented their concert to the public. M usic Ml The beauties above are members of the Girls Choir. Under the direction of Mr. Dick they accomplished many objectives in choir. They practiced many hours and acquired movement and tone. Sally Sawyer, Senior, was crowned this years Choir Sweet- heart. Sally has been a member of the Acappella Choir for four years and served this year as vice-president of the Choir. She was crowned at the Choir Banquet. 111 This year’s Boys Choir, under the direction of Mr. Dick, produced some very fine singers. They presented a program of songs at the Girls and Boys Choir Concert. Mound Many organizations have a hard time finding sponsors. The F.T.A. is fortunate to be under the guidance of two very respon- sible women, Mrs. Davis and Mrs. Harrell. Both teach in the Business Department. All clubs and organizations need officers to help keep them running smoothly. The F.T.A. is no exception. Its very capable officers ares Ann Huckaby, President; James Richter, Vice President; Steven Streich, Secretary; Carolyn Mahler, Treasurer; Michael Medlinger, Parliamentarian; and Sylvia Sibley, Historian. “Sducation” Our 'Dream dor Zomorrow. . . This year the F.T. A. had several dinner meetings. Everyone enjoyed the food as well as the guest speaker. 1(3 Hawk Wand l allgames, Contests, And The Band was led on and off the field by its good-will ambassadors. Drum Majorette, Ann Huckaby; and Ma- jorettes Janis Guthrie, Deanne Carver, and Debbie Car- ver. The Hawk Band as it has become known tends to be an unorganized looking organization, but under the watchful and unbelieving eyes of Mr. John Holdridge it somehow manages to bring home first division ratings and perform without fail at pep rallies, football games, all kinds of pa- rades, concerts, and contests. This year the Band received a I at U. I.L. marching contest and a II at concert and sight-reading contest. The band will be losing more than just its Seniors this year, it will also be without the knowledge of Mr. Holdridge next year. Mr. John as we call him has been with the Band lor four years and everyone would like to wish him good luck at his new job. Mr. Holdridge is shown putting the crowning touches of the year on as he crowns Ann Huckaby, senior candidate, as Band Queen for 1969. As a senior, Ann served the band as Drum Major and was a member of the Stage Band. Maud Participates Jn SUSAN BONNER Junior PAM HUFF Sophomore MARCIA THOMPSON Freshman 116 Eating is a favorite hobby of most teenagers, and Band students are no different. They all enjoyed the food at the highlight of the year for them - the Band Banquet. Juh And. fteauty Fun, happiness, and jokes - that’s what happens when band kids get together to listen to another band - at the dance after the banquet. The F. H. A. is divided into two groups, the Senior and Junior Chapters. To be elected an officer is an honor for any girl. Serving as Senior Chapter officers are Patti Brown, Deanna Cook, Kathy Bogan, Sally Sawyer, Teresa Reid, Jo Williams, and Jodi Guthrie. F.H.A. girls and their dates enjoy good food and conversation at the annual F. H. A. Ban- quet that was held in April this year. ! 18 JMA Builds Jor Zhe “Juture” F. H. A. Beaus Steve Gibson and Steve Berry prove that they are not bad cooks with the right accessories. Junior F.H. A. Chapter officers are Judy Spruiell, Glenda Spruiell, Jackie Barnes, Nancy Huckaby, Cindy Hill, Jan Spruiell, Cindy Rentschler and Marcia Thompson. Shows are an important part of the F. F. A. activities. The boys must groom their animals to look their very best. These pictures were taken at the Iowa Park show. Boys pictured are Richard Lehman and Tames LaBelle. The boys always seem to find time to gather around and talk over their projects with fellow members. The F. F. A. officers for this year are: Ricky Patterson, Treasurer; Leigh Holder, Vice- President; Mike Hickey, Secretary; Danny Custis, Reporter. (Not pictured is President of F.F. A., Richard Lehman, and Paul Tucker, Sentinel. i: Mr. Del Renfro teaches Vocational Agriculture and Ornamental Horticul- ture. Mr. Richard Davis teaches Vocational Agriculture and is a great help to the F.F.A. boys. Each year the F. F. A. boys elect a sweetheart. This girl attends the F.F. A. banquet and the shows, and she represents the Iowa Park F.F. A. Chapter at the District F.F.A. Sweetheart Contest. This year's sweetheart is Carolyn Gibson, a senior. 121 To some boys, tinkering with cars comes as a natural instinct. Donny Schmidt and Ray Hamilton are among the boys who make up the Auto Mechanics class. V36A No, it isn’t the Repair Department of Shaw Ford Company. It is the Auto Mechanic Building of W. F. George High School. 122 To be the VICA adviser and super- vise over 10 to 15 boys for 3 hours a day you must be a very mild, jolly, and good-humored type of guy. Mr. Sumner fits all of these discriptions and many more. Provides A dor young Men Officers for VICA this year were Leigh Holder, Parliamentarian; Paul Tucker, Reporter; Steve Gibson, Sergeant-at-arms; Randy Trahan, President; Timmy Timms, Secretary; David Kingcade, Vice-President; Gene Kingcade, Treasurer. 23 The backbone of any Annual Staff is its editors. The Hawk Staff is no different. Editors Leslie Clapp, Wayne Lehman and Pat Nipper worked hard to make this annual the best one yet! Annual Staff Produces J Winner Possibly the hardest workers on the Annual Staff are the pho- tographers. They spend many long hours taking, de- veloping and printing pictures for the section workers. This year was Wayne and Leslie's third year as photographers and they out did them- selves making Scott and Marvin do all the work. 124 The Annual Staff production line has increased over last years number. People hand- ling the different sections were: Sports, Ann Huckaby, and Marvin Nipper; V.I. P.'s, Lonnie Boylan, and Pan Huff; Student Life, Carolyn Gibson, and Henry Dunn; Organi- zations, Paula Spruiell and Carolyn Mahler; Curriculum, Johnnie Spikes; Ads, Pat Nipper and Sylvia Sibley. OUR LEADER (and Teacher) Mr. Roberts has been sponsor of the annual Staff for six years. His guidance, suggestions, and correc- tions help to make this annual a good one. 125 126 A selected group of people every year receive special recognition by their fellow students or faci xy for achievements of hard work and attitudes towards their school. The following pages have been set aside as a remembrance of their deeds. With this in mind we present W. F. George High School’s Very Important People. }'■ I . Carol Rentschler Dale Miller 5th 6th Joe Pearson Lucy Black 7th 8th 128 ARION AWARD Steven Streich received the Arion Award. This award is given to the person who has shown the most achievement, dedication, and enthusiasm for the past four years in the music field. BOBBY GILBREATH Clark Lemond received the Bobby Gilbreath for his abilities in sports. Scholarship and dedication are also considered for this award. graduation Wrings Many Honors Donna Elliott received the Judy Wilson award. This award is given to the student who co-operates and is willing to learn. The receiver of this award must also have friendliness and a Christian attitude toward the faculty and her fellow students. JUDY WILSON 129 West All-Around Leslie Clapp and Pat Nipper were chosen as the Best All-Around girl and boy. This honor is given to the two people who have charac- teristics such as leadership, scholarship, pride in their school, and dedication. This selection is made by the faculty each year. Leslie won the Best Thespian award and participated in the UIL con- test. Pat received the Speech Who's Who award and also participated in the UIL contest. , Scotta Lavender and Steven Streich were selected by the student body as Mr. and Miss W. F. George High School. Scotta has been cheerleader for the past two years, was All-District in basketball for three years, and she participated in many organizations. Steven has made All-State in band for the past three years, is valedictorian of the senior class, and he, also, is in many organizations. National Honor Society Becoming a member of the National Honor Society is indeed a great accomplishment. In recognition of their outstanding work these students became the new members of the N. H. S.: (L to R, Bottom Row) Dale Miller, Joe Pearson, John Maples, Michael Medlinger; (Top Row) Deanne Carver, Stephen Sibley, Mark Thompson, Jim Clapp, Victor Maness. For an organization to be able to accomplish anything it must have competent leadership. This year the N. H. S. had this quality with these officers: (L to R, STANDING) Robert Puder, Parliamentarian; Wayne Lehman, President; Randy McCord, Correspondent; (SITTING) Pat Nipper, Secretary; Lucy Black, Historian; Carol Rentschler, Treasurer. 132 Steven Streicn and Michael Medlinger won the honor of bein', in the All-State Or- chestra this year. This is the third year for Steven and the second year for Michael to win All-State. Steven plays the trombone and Michael plays the bassoon. It is cer- tain that the talents of both of these Seniors will be missed in the band's ranks next year. Mi-State Winners During our prosperous season of football our school had the honor of having three players on the All- State team. They were Craig French, defensive tackle; James Eke, offensive halfback; and Steve Berry, defensive linebacker. 133 Football season's main highlight is undoubtedly Homecoming. Truly one of the highest tributes W. F. George High School's student body can award to any girl is the title of Homecoming Queen. This year Jody Patterson was chosen to reign over the Homecoming festivi- ties. To accompany the queen there are three attendants picked from the underclassmen: Kathy Bogan, Junior; Brenda Gibbs, Sophomore; and Brenda Barnes, Freshman. Homecoming Attendants Most beautiful And Most Handsome Mike Robertson Salli Sawyer Sally Sawyer and Mike Robertson received the honors of Most Beautiful and Most Handsome. A girl must have inside beauty as well as outside beauty. Sally was selected as the Choir Sweetheart and is on the Student Council. Mike has gained the respect and admiration of his fellow students. He is also on the Student Council and is in many other organizations. Rational Zhcsp'm Society The officers of The National Thespian Society Troupe 1554 along with their spon- sor, Mrs. C. B. Smith had their most successful year in their production of plays and their guidance of the N. T. S. in speech activities. (L to R, TOP ROW) Carol Rentschler, Secretary; Cindy Walsh, Treasurer; Ken Lobley, Parliamentarian; Wayne Lehman, Sergeant-at-Arms; Leslie Clapp, Reporter. (L to R, BOTTOM ROW) Kent Cannaday, Vice-Preisdent; Lonnie Boylan, President. Hard work and determination are the key words in becoming a Thespian. These new members proved beyond any doubt that they deserved to be among the ranks of the National Thespian Society. (L to R, FRONT ROW) Perry Green, Randy McCord, Jerry Mixon, Robert Johnson, (TOP ROW) Tootsie Morgan, Steven Eke, Linda Herd, Carolyn Mahler, Billy Horton, Pat Nipper. 137 Each year a number of special awards are given. The awards and their recipi- ents are (L to R. BOTTOM ROW) Dale Miller, Weldon Bradberry Memorial Award; (TOP ROW) Steven Streich, Bausch and Lomb; Leslie Clapp, Best Carol Smith and Lucy Black were the receivers of the English Who’s Who awards. A person must be a good speller as well as a good English student to win this award, and these girls showed their abilities. In a new language at our school Sylvia Sib- ley won the Who's Who award in French. She has the ability to write the language as well as being able to speak it. Deanne Carver won the Spanish Who's Who award. Deanne has a high grade average in this language, and she knows the Spanish language well. Thespian; Glenda Spruiell, Crisco Award; and Leigh Holder, VIC A Award. Not Pictured are Geneva Kingcade, Betty Crocker Award; Johnnie Spikes and Clark Lemond, 'T Dare You Awards. Zkc JUasters Of Ccmguages Donna Elliott received the Who’s Who award in Home Ec for her abilities to sew, cook, and the other work a girl has to learn in this class. Steven Streich and Michael Medlinger re- ceived the Who’s Who awards in Social Stud ies. Steven received it in Government, and Michael received it in American His- tory. These students must know presidents, capitals, and other things about our country, 139 Steven Streich and Michael Medlinger received the Who's Who awards in Band for the second year. They both made I’s on their solos and are qualified to go to the State contest. Important Musicians And Agriculturists Richard Lehman received the Who's Who award in Agriculture. Richard also won trophies for raising sheep. Cindy Walsh and Dale Miller received the Choir Who's Who medals. They both have shown their abilities in music. Cindy will also go to the State contest, since she received a I on her solo. 140 ■1 Outstanding Jn Business And Sports Ricky Hollenbaugh won the Who's Who award in typing. Ricky showed his abilities in typing well by winning the State competition. Mary Swanson received the Who's Who award in shorthand. Mary showed hard work and deter- mination in this class all year. She received a II in the Regional contest. Scotta Lavender and Jim Clapp received the Who's Who awards in Sports. Scotta was on the basketball and volley- ball teams. She was All-District player in both sports. Jim played football and basketball, and he was on the track team. 141 The Who's Who Science awards were given to Patti Roberts, Biology; Robert Puder, Physics; and Deanne Carver, Chemistry. All of these students must show their abilities in the lab and in the classroom. Abilities Jn Science, Cars, And Mathematics Donnie Schmidt received the Who's Who award in Auto Mechanics. He showed his talent in knowing the parts of a car and putting parts together, plus many other things. Steven Streich won the Who’s Who award in Math. He had a high grade average all the way through his high school years. Steven deserved this award. 142 Pat Nipper and Joe Pearson received the Who’s Who awards in Speech. Pat received I in prose reading in District and a III in Region. Joe received a I in persuasive speaking in District and a III in Region. Ricky Hollenbaugh and Lucy Black were the UIL winners who went to the State con- test. Ricky won I in typing in District, I in Region, and I in State. Lucy won II in spelling in District, II in region, and II in State. Winners Of dramatic And UK Contests The UIL winners for this year are (L to R) (BOTTOM ROW) Mary Swanson, I in shorthand in District, III in Region; Barbara Heacox, II in shorthand; (SECOND ROW) Shirley Britt, II in informative speaking; Tootsie Morgan, II in persuasive speaking; Linda Owens, III in typing; Linda Herd, II in poetry interpre- tation; Carol Rentschler, I in informative speaking; (THIRD ROW) Don Yeager, II in oral reading; Ste- ven Streich, II in informative speaking; Billy Horton, Best Actor in District; Jerry Mixon, III in informa- tive speaking; Robert Puder, III in ready writing. Not pictured are Carol Smith, II in spelling; Leslie Clapp, I in prose reading. 144 ments Foresight and initiative are qualu, f our ertisers. Recognizing the potential of the students'oFW. F. George Hig they set examples which could be wisely followed. The student, of W. F. George High appreciate these progressive merchants' willingness to contribute to the students, the school, and the community. f 145 Seniors, SALLY SAWYER and MIKE ROBERTSON, are planning for the future. KRUGER’S Indiana at Parker Square Eighth 146 MR. METZ is hard at work (as usual). METZ COFFEE SHOP 120 W. Cash 592-4721 STATE NATIONAL BANK Complete ranking Services 24-Hour Depository Service 104 W. Park 592-4131 Iowa Park Iowa Park maintains her slogan: The Growing Town of Friendly Living. The City of Iowa Park wishes to extend to the surround- ing towns and communities a warm welcome to come and visit our growing town. CITY OF IOWA PARK TIMES AND RECORD NEWS DISTRIBUTOR STEVEN EKE, SUE SPRUIELL, RITA PYLE, and ELENA BATES make up the efficient staff at the DAIRY PALACE 713 W. Magnolia 592-4875 Iowa Park 592-9127 316 W. Highway 592-9113 J-R SHELL JACK and RICHARD LOTT - Owners - 612 W. Highway SERVICE STATION Motor Tune-Up Air Conditioning Wheel Balancing Brake Service Ignition Work 148 WELLS CHEVROLET COMPANY 216 N. Yosemite 592-4146 TERESA says, I know you'll just love your stadium seat, Linda. ANN HUCKABY and JANIS GUTHRIE look at the new selection of '69 Chevrolets. FAMOUS DEPARTMENT STORE 127 W. Cash 592-5451 PHILLIP’S BATTERY ELECTRIC A K VARIETY 204 W. Bank 592-4681 Auto Repair Starter-Generator and Alternator Repair Tune Up - Brake Service Phone: 692-0981 149 EDDIE HILL’S FUN CYCLES 403 N. Scott Wichita Falls KAREN GEORGE and LINDA GREENWOOD are test driving for the drags. J J FINA STATION Gas - Tires Wash and Grease Phone: 592-5361 Res.: 592-4824 302 W. Highway ANN HUCKABY and JERI COMBS learn how to engrave the trophies they are planning to win. •• 9 The technical name for this round object is a basketball. BROTHERTON WHITE INC. SPORTING GOODS - WHOLESALE AND RETAIL Monroe and Avenue H Phone 322-1109 BOBBY EVANS BOBBY PATRICK This Autograph Space Compliments of PIONEER RESTAURANTS 3911 Kemp Wichita Falls, Texas VERNA’S APPAREL DONNA EL- LIOT models one of the many lovely dresses that VERNA'S offers. For a little girl, SYLVIA SIBLEY has a big appetite. When it comes to eating steaks bought from ABC PACKING COMPANY 1709 5th 723-2161 Wichita Falls 113 W. Park 592-4911 aass' FARM BUREAU ,s local f rATcWIDE. INT IN NON SEC IN FARM BUREAU INSURANCE 152 GEORGE PERRY, JR. WICHITA COUNTY FARM BUREAU COMPANIES Highway 287 592-5151 CAROLYN GIBSON and JERI COMBS buy plenty of crepe paper for decorating at pep rallies. TREMENDOUS SAVINGS IN . . . Drugs Houseware s Toys Sporting G ds Paint Shoes Pre scriptions Cosmetic s Dry Goods Hardware J ewelry Cameras Automotive School Supplies Tire s Shavers Batteries PLUS.. . MANY OTHER ITEMS ALL AT GIBSON'S LOW, LOW PRICES 605 12th 766-4141 BOGAN FURNITURE APPLIANCE Complete Line of Built-In Appli mces Iowa Par 592-5574 111 W. Cash KATHY BOGAN is Inspecting an Ice- box. In Addition, BOGAN'S Sell a Multiple Line of the Finest Furniture - Living Room and Dining Room Suites, Bedroom Suites, Televisions, Radios, Etc. BEST POLICY AT ALL TIMES WAYNE LEHMAN definitely needs insur ance. R. W. HILL INSURANCE AGENCY 208 N. Yosemite 154 Phone: 592-4159 HELEN’S BUCHANAN’S Wichita Falls' Oldest and Largest Source of Office Supplie s A. B. Dick Duplicating Products 816 Scott Phone 322-2146 CONGRATULATIONS! BILL CARNES Tax Assessor - Collector Court House 322-0721 BILL ROBINSON, President of the Iowa Park Chamber of Commerce, is working hard to better our community. IOWA PARK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The Growing Town of Friendly Living 103 E. Cash 592-5441 If You Want to Look Your Best Why Not Make an Appointment With EMMA HOGG HAIR STYLIST 1310 4th 592-2056 Iowa Park, Texas 155 STEVE SPRUIELL is getting all dressed up t a delicious meal at LESTER'S HICKORY INN LESTER’S HICKORY INN HOME OF HICKORY BROILED STEAKS Famous for Lunches and Homemade Pies. 903 Brook Phone: 322-9033 Wichita Falls RUBY’S BEAUTY SHOP In addition to going to school, SUE CHES- SER also works at RUBY'S, where she does a beautiful job of hair styling. 116 W. Cash 592-4156 Iowa Park, Texas When it comes to painting cars, TOMMY PAYNE handles the job carefully and neatly, under the expert guidance of SAM FAIR- CHILD. SAM’S BODY SHOP 611 West Bank Street Iowa Park, Texas Day Phone 592-5031 Body Repair and Painting Auto Glass Installed Night Phone 592-5483 SAM FAIRCHILD Complete Line of Building Materials 102 S. Victoria Towa Park Watch Repair Jewelry Repair Engraving JemSi Watches Rings Bands MIKE ROBERTSON is Reading a Pamphlet Discussing the Beauti- R. E. “BOB” GUTHRIE ful Televisions at JEWELRY WHITE’S STORES 807 Scott Street Wichita Falls, Texas 121 W. Park 592-4186 Iowa Park Telephone 723-6912 157 wttesysim ' WI� .. STEVEN STREICH and PAT NIPPER are two of FEBE'S accomplished students. J. W. THOMAS SERVICE STATION 100 W. Highway 592-4421 FEBE’S PIANO STUDIO 4719 Augusta Wichita Falls 767-8793 SPUDDER LANES BOWLING 200 N. Scott 322-0694 Wichita Falls JAMES EKE and JERI COMBS are only two of the many who enjoy bowling at SPUDDER LANES. While waiting for his girl- friend, LON- NIE BOYLAN relaxes in a comfortable sofa bought from PARK- WAY'S. PARKWAY FURNITURE Sells a Wide Range of Good Quality Furni- ture for Bedroom Suites, Living and Dining Room Suite , and for Other Rooms in the Home. Refrigerators, Freezers, Washing Mach- ines, Dryers, Magnavox Stereos, and General Electric Television Sets Can Also be Purchased Here. PARKWAY is Also Known for its Wide Range of Gifts. If Any Assistance is Needed, the rs, PEGGY and HARRELL SULLIVAN, Would be More Than alighted to Help. PARKWAY FURNITURE 200 W. Bank The best in furniture and gifts 592-5512 Iowa Park JODY PAT- TERSON, Homecoming Queen, sa, s, Things go better with Coke after Co.i after Jp r ice after It WICHITA COCA COLA BOTTLING CO. SYLVIA SIB- LEY is Admir- ing her new shoes from FACTORY OUTLET SHOES, 809 Indiana 322-3931 FACTORY OUTLET SHOES Wichita _ s A Good Place to Meet With Your Friends is PARK TANK TRUCK SERVICE After a Hard Day at School, GLENA MILLER and SYLVIA SIBLEY En- joy a Coke at the Soda Fountain. PARK PHAR- MACY Also has a 24 Hour Service on Pre- scription Drugs, Which Can be Delivered to a Person's Home. Revlon and Du Barry Products Can Also be Purchased Here. In Addition, the Friendly People at PARK PHARMACY Would be Glad to Process Any Film Which Needs to be Developed. PARK PHARMACY 592-4116 115 W. Park 161 The Senior Cleerleaders, SHIRLEY BRITT, JODY PATTERSON, and SCOTTA LAV- ENDER Discover a '69 LTD. SHAW MOTOR COMPANY 204 N. Yosemite Looking Into a New FORD are the Junior Cheerleaders, BECKY SPRUIELL, KATHY BOGAN, and PATTI BROWN. 162 ONE ROBERT JOHNSON ELEVATOR CO. 163 MR. McDONALD Prepares the Merchan- dise for Customers. PLEASANT VALLEY GROCERY Iowa Park Road 855-9972 BANKING gl Convenience, our Banking at [Parker Square State Bank Vl ic ukh Member P. O. Box F. D. I. C. 4165 767-8321 We Buy and Sell GRAIN - FEED - SEED FERTILIZER 592-4184 211 S. Victoria a Where you save DOES make a difference. tertas (AMOccatieri, WICHITA FALL1 Glasses Contact Lenses LILE PROCK OPTICAL SERVICE 15008th 723-7241 Wichita Falls, Texas Dispensing Opticians FOREST L. LILE JOHN L. PROCK HOLT’S SPORTIh GOODS Team outl Ars Wholesale a FRetail 76301 Zip Code AUSTIN and WILLARD HUFFHINE, Owr s If it's sp ing goods, the Holt's C ,mpany has it! EXPRESSWAY TEXACO 501 W. Expressway PICCADILLY SETTLE DRUG 113 v G a sh 592-4191 CosmeLic Sundries Reliah Is PAT NIPP-. watch for Dwig watch is not the want to get him men's cologne. Baby Needs Gifts Prescriptions linking about a i birthday? If a ■ng, Pat might a wallet or some MRS. MCDONALD gets her hair fixed by MRS. WIL- LIAMS. 714 8th 322-9253 Wichita Falls IDEAL BEAUTY SHOP 510 N. Yosemite 592-4571 165 JOHNSTON’S TEXACO SERVICE STATION 512 East Highway Owner: GENE JOHNSTON 592-4990 We Service Them All At JOHNSTON'S, Fan Belts, Radiator Hoses, STP, Gaskets, Oil Filler Caps, A. C. , Fram or Auto-Fuses, and Distributor Caps are Sold. A Lubrication is Only a Dollar Extra With a $2. 50 Wash Job, So For Friendly and Efficient Service, Stop in at JOHNSTON'S TEXACO SER- VICE STATION. 166 KNOX AUTO PARTS C. C. Skip KNOX - Owner - 592-4181 105 W. Cash 'Vt KNOX AUTO PARTS has a Com- plete Stock of Auto Parts for All Makes: DELCO MCQUAY NORRIS AUTO LITE A. C. Phone A C 817-592-4986 E. J. SHOOK, JR. Cattle Hauling Bonded-Insured 1205 Emma Drive Iowa Park, T exas To lighten the burden of one at time of sorrow Since 1908 TANNER FUNERAL HOME 300 E. Cash 592-415J PARK HOTEL We Are Deeply Considerate of the Feelings and Wishes of Every Fam- ily That We Serve. 167 100 S. Wall Iowa Park 592-4311 BILLY JAMES GARAGE 8th and Brook 723-5732 KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN 2700 Kemp 767-7256 COLONEL SANDERS Now Serves Delicious Fried Chicken at Two Convenient Location. 168 Department Stores of Finer Stores TERRY BROTHERS PRINTERS Quality Printing Any Quantity Downtown and Parker Square Wichita Falls, Texas Phone 322-3066 Wichita Fall s. 1815 Grant Texas DA jE MILLER ar- 7ged the boxes of aims before distri- h g them for Home - com-' g. 114 W. Park Phone: 592-5221 IOWA PARK FLORISTS THOMPSON TOOL Compliments COMPANY of 600 W. Park 592-4116 Iowa Park DAN ROBERTS D.V.M. 169 If You Are in Need of Farm Equipment, Stop in and Visit JOHN'S TRACTOR AND GAS COMPANY. 4210 Iowa Park Road 855-1421 JOHN’S TRACTOR GAS CO. WICHITA FALLS SAVINGS 809 8th Street 723-0971 READ WICHITA FALLS TIMES AND WICHITA FALLS RECORD NEWS 170 F or (AST minute Jsfj NEWS M f GUTHRIE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY GENERAL CONTRACTOR Estimator: ALF MEYERS N. E. GUTHRIE, JR. Owner Phone: 592-4119 Johnson Road Iowa Park, Texas Secretary MARY HARTMANGRUBER For a discussion of your needs in tools of any kind or hardware y 1;es, telephone 322-8696 or a quick stop by HORNSBY HEAVY HARDWARE at 61 5 Ohio in Wichita Falls. COOK’S FLYING SERVICE Rt. 2 Iowa Park, Texas DONNA ELLIOT has to do all the hard work for LESLIE CLAPP. PHONE 592-4441 PHONE 592-561 1 W. T. CRAWFORD. ' Owner COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL P. O. BOX 875 Zip Code 76307 J. T. CRAWFORD General Manager and Supervision ESTABLISHED 1927 PAINTING DECORATING CO. Paintcis utbi or Three Oeiurraliotm Wichita Falls, Texas JOE B. CRAWFORD Superintendent DUB CRAWFORD Field Superintendent ROBERT E. NOLEN Estimator and Supervision DRY WALL PARTITION SYSTEMS FINE WALL COVERINGS SANDBLASTING AND WATERPROOFING 'Jioni the (Panh.an.df2e to the Qu2{ OKLAHOMA KANSAS TEXAS NEW MEXICO ARKANSAS 172 WICHITA FALLS SAND AND GRAVEL 173 BILL GILMORE WELDING 592-4945 514 W. .Washington 4 KIDD’S AUTO SUPPLY 212 N. W: Phone: 592-2051 BECKY SPRUIELL admires her new shoes from WOOD'S SHOE STORE. Parker Square 767-5911 W ichita Falls LOUIS SEFCIK and his wife are more than happy to help GEORGE CLEVELAND and PAULA SPRUIELL with their pur- chases. LOUIS JEWELRY WOOD’S SHOES 174 TEXAS ELECTRIC SERVICE , JMPANY IOWA PARK 303 N. Wall r y, JUDY JAMES, are constantly kept busy with the electrical needs of •Iowa Park. ELECTRICITy in summer Portable Equipment General Repair Work PARK WELDING WORKS All Work Guaranteed ELDON W. THOMPSON 592-5481 Park West Center Iowa Park 100 N. Jackson St. Iowa Park ARCH HUGHES CONSTRUCTION PAT NIPPER picks up her freshly, cleaned clothes from PARK WEST CLEANERS. . ■ affiai fWvZ? «« feilM ..;v .,v ' I ; ' a£r, . ’«w� . ?• « ' ' V •' r