Lexington High School - Crystal Yearbook (Lexington, VA)

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JOE COLAN SHANER, Jr. “Joe” “Pete” “ Cuehall” Football III, IV; Monogram Club III, IV; French Club III, IV; Track III, IV; Crystal Staff IV; Hall of Fame IV. If you see a chunky, sandy-haired and smiling boy around the halls having a good { ' !) time, that’s “Pete.” One of the mainstays of the ’44 eleven, Joe can be depended on to hold his end of the bargain, in both school work and athletics. With his winning personality, “Cueball” will be long remembered by the Class of ’45. JOHN SHELTMAN SHIELDS, Jr. “Jack” Football IV; Track HI, IV; Aeronautics Club IV; Monogram Club HI, IV. Jack, with his broad, winning smile, has helped to make L. H. S. very lively during the past four years. He has taken part in many sports and has made a good showing in track, even if he did begin some 220’s with a “satisfying Chesterfield.” Jack has a hobby of collecting popular records and they are really “hep to the jive”! Having a great love for the outdoors, he does a great deal of hunting and fishing, so here’s wishing you luck, success, and that you’ll have the opportunity to go big- game hunting in Africa with a bow and arrow! JOSEPH C. STANLEY “Joe” Executive Committee II; Football I, II, HI, IV; Baseball I, II; Track HI, IV; Glee Club III, IV; Hall of Fame HI, IV. Joe is one of the school’s star athletes. He has been outstanding on the gridiron for the past three years and, in track, is known as one of the fastest men in the district. Joe has a personality that makes him a favorite of all the students, both male and female, and a voice that makes ’em all want to swoon! These characteristics plus good looks and many more too numerous to mention, make him one of those all-around boys who is sure to succeed. JAMES WEATHERS “Jimmy” “Stormy” Executive Committee HI, IV; Glee Club HI, IV; Football I, II, HI, IV; Basket Ball III, IV. What’s causing that big wind through here. Oh, it’s “Stormy” and he is telling his latest story. Yessir, Stormy is a real “Scarlet Hurricane.” He is one of those fellows we first met only four years ago and we’ve gained a lifetime’s enjoyment from knowing him. We are sure he’ll go through life making others happy, so here’s wishing him all the luck in the world. 4 16 4-

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ELEANOR HURST MOSES ‘ Eleanor” Glee Club I, II, III (Treasurer), IV (President); Dramatic Club I, IV (Secretary); Bond Committee III; French Club III, IV. Eleanor! Need we say more? Everyone knows this smiling, dark-complexioned, dark-haired gal whose good nature and interesting personality have won many friends at L. H. S. She is especially noted for her individuality. She is very dependable and the Glee Club and Dramatic Club will miss her as a leader. Eleanor believes in putting the most into everything and also in getting the most out of everything! Best of luck, “dark eyes,” you deserve it! BETTY THORN McCLUER “Betty ' ” “ B. T.” “Thorn” “ Bea” French Club HI, IV; Glee Club I, II, HI; Dramatic Club I, II; Hall of Fame HI, IV; Sub-Deb Club HI, IV. “Glamour gal of L. H. S.” — yes, that’s “B. T. ” She’s an all-around girl (in more ways than one), loves sweet and bot music, “Cokes” and naturally she just adores the opposite sex — and do they love her — Oh man, who wouldn’t? Good looks, double plus, but don’t let those sparkling eyes fool you. She wows ’em all, young and old! All this and brains too? ! Hard to believe, but it’s true! That little gal on “the hill” has us guessing about her “O. A. O.,” but until he comes along, she is sure to carry on in a whirl of fun, happiness and popularity. BERNICE KATHLEEN McKEMY “ Bernie” Dilettante Club IV. Bernice is one of the quiet kind. She is good natured, dependable, intelligent, good looking, and attractive — what more could you want? ! Her secret (?) ambition is to become a minister’s wife and while she’s waiting for this to come true, her interests seem to be in the South Pacific. Best of luck, “Bernice,” and much happiness always! CHARLIE L. ROWSEY, Jr. “Charlie” Football I, HI; Glee Club IV; Aeronautics HI. Just look down the hall and if you see a tall, red-headed boy coming through the crowd, it’s probably Charlie. If you say, “Let’s go hunting” and the answer is “Yes,” then you know it’s Charlie! He is dependable, good-natured, and an intelligent boy with a keen sense of humor. L. H. S. will miss Charlie, who has everything, especially “rhythm in his bones”! Here’s wishing a swell guy the best of luck always. 4 . 15

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GERTRUDE WEAVER ‘Gertie” “Gert” “Trudie” Glee Club I, II, III; Library Club I; Bond Committee III; Cheer Leader III, IV; Crystal Staff IV; French Club III, IV; Basket Ball I; Sub-Deb Club I, II, III, IV. Do you know who made Lucky Strikes, V. AI. I. and sweaters famous? It goes without saying that this easy-going lass we all call “Gertie” will be remembered for that slick, blonde mane and those brown eyes that make ’em pant. From the looks of things she is going to add a five-letter name to her own within the next year. Even though she could have the male population of the surrounding institutions of learning falling all over themselves, she is concentrating on keeping the home fires burning for J. R. D. Best of luck and much happiness, “Gert”! ANDREW WILHELM ‘ Spud” Always seeming small and quiet, “Spud” was one of those people who surprises everyone by always coming up at the right time with the right things. He’s been a person we all liked to know and we wish him the best of success in whatever he tries! ELLEN ODESSA WILSON “Ellen” Dilettante Club HI, (Vice President) IV. Ellen has a sweet personality and a smile that has won for her many friends during her four years at L. H. S. Her greatest weaknesses are being late for school and the mention of Georgia! Best of luck, Ellen! ERNESTINE VIRGINIA WILSON “Teen” French Club II, HI; Dilettante Club HI, IV, (Secretary and Treasurer) IV. “Teen,” Miss Dunlap’s pride and joy, is a No. i Home Economics student, especially when there are plans to be made. “Teen” is a sincere and true friend and she will not be soon forgotten. Best of luck always, Ernestine! 4 n