Lexington High School - Crystal Yearbook (Lexington, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 72 of the 1951 volume:

ROCKBRIDGE REGIONAL LIBRARV 138 South Main Strcej W Lexmafon oaac • The Crystal A. D. M C M L I L. H. S. 57 VOLUME 26 Published by the Students of Lexington High School Lexington, Virginia THE FACULTY J. K. Samples, M.S. Principal Agnes P. Adair Charles D. Murphy, B.S. Sit art P. Brewbaker, B.S. Mary E. Hamilton, M.A. Mrs. Shirley McSorley. B.S. A 2. N i Mrs. Calvin H. Coleman, B.S. Evelyn T. Law, B.S. Mary Monroe Penick, B.M. Gertrude Morrison, B.S. DEDICATION To one who, like us, has finished four years at L. H. S. and who, like us, has graduated — not from school, but from teach- ing. To one who, so young, has had so wide experience. To a teacher, a soldier and a Principal, J. K. Samples J. K. Samples FOREWORD In the following pages, we, the Class of ’51, have endeavored to preserve the mem- ories of life at Lexington High School during the past five years. We sincerely hope that this attempt has been successful. The Staff ALBERT STUART AGNOR III “ Tommy” “ Poss ” “Nub” Boys’ Sports Club, 8; Football, 2, 3, 4; Executive Committee, 4; President, Senior Class, 4; Baseball, 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Monogram Club, 4. Known as a fellow who will really stick to anything he undertakes, “Nub” has become a prominent figure in his eventful stay at L. H. S. As a guard on the football team, as president of the Senior Class, and at any social event, Tommy is one of the top contenders. We know that he will keep this up at Tech, so we wish him luck. NINA KATHERINE SPERKA “Nina” “Snoozer” Honor Court, 1, 4, President, 4; Executive Committee, 3; Library Club, 8, 1, 2; Latin Club, 1, 2, 3, 4; ScarLetter Staff, 4, Crystal Staff, 4; F. H. A., 8; Vice President, Senior Class, 4; Vice President, Student Body, 4; Hall of Fame, 2. “She had a dark and a roving eye, and her hair hung down in ringlets.” Did someone mention Nina? You bet we did because here’s one little gal who has personality plus and a disposition that is enviable. Always busy and never com- plaining, “Snoozer” has worked hard on everything she has ever undertaken in L. H. S. A pharmacist she’s gonna be; so the best of everything to a most deserving young lady. JOAN DOD “Jo” “Joan” “ Country ” Dramatic Club, 2, 3; Cheerleader, 2, 3, 4. If you happen to look up and see a cute, dark-haired girl walking leisurely down the halls, it’ll be “Country.” Few people can resist that slow grin. Her readiness to help a friend and her easy going manner has won her many friends, both in and out of school. Although this lovely little miss didn’t come to us until her sophomore year, we claim all rights to her. Best of luck, “Jo,” and keep close eyes on those many beaux! 4 7 HP FREDERICK AYERS ARNDT “ Fred . ” “Ain’t “ Freddie ” Glee Club, 8; Library Club, i. Who is that tall, dark, handsome fellow going down the hall? That is one of M iss Hamilton’s favorite English students, “Fred.” It seems as though “Fred” will become a noted linguist some day, since he is studying two languages. Al- though this fellow is a good student, he is never too busy studying to help someone with his lessons. Of course “Fred” isn’t just all work and no play! So adios, Amigo, and good luck in the future. MARTHA JANE BAILEY “Jane Executive Committee, 8; Red Pepper Club, 8, l; Glee Club, 8, i, 2, 3, 4; “Patience,” 2; F. H. A., 8; Latin Club, 8, 1; Dramatic Club, 2, 3; Basketball, Assistant Manager, 3, Manager, 4; ScarLetter Staff, 3, Editor, 4. Here she is — the pride of L. H. S.l Miss Jane’s pleasant smile and cheerful manner has brightened the day for many a person. Wherever there is any activity going on, you can be sure that Jane is a part of it, for there could never be a more spirited person. To a charming girl we say “farewell” and wish her the best at Longwood next year. THOMAS IRVINE BAKER “Tommy “ Classy ” “Pod” Football, 8, 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball, 8, 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball, 8, 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club, 8, 1, 2, 3, 4; “Pirates of Penzance,” 2; Dramatic Club, 2, 4; Boys’ Mono- gram Club, 1, 2, 3, 4, Treasurer, 4. See that boy coming down the hall with the big smile and the twinkling eyes? Yep, that’s our “Tommy.” He’s known to be a great guy on the football and base- ball fields and also on the basketball courts. And they say he’s quite successful when it comes to getting along with the women. (How about that “Classy”?) He will be missed at L. H. S. in the coming years, but we won’t worry about him, for he’s sure to succeed wherever he goes. BETTY LOUISE BOYD “Betty Red Pepper Club, 8; F. H. A., 8; Glee Club, 8, 1, 2, 3, 4. Who’s that nightingale singing? Why, it’s none other than Betty. It is easy to understand why Mary Monroe is always calling on her for support. Well, Betty, I know that you will reach the top someday providing, of course, that you find a cure for the “Berry-Berry” disease. Good luck to a wonderful girl. Don’t forget L. H. S. and its many laughs when you get to Hollywood. We’ll be listening for you over WREL. 8 NANCY BROWN “ Nancy ” 11 Nan” Red Pepper Club, 8; Glee Club, 8, I, 2; U-Name-It Club, 8; F. H. A., 8; Dramatic Club, I, 2, 3. Vivacity plus a love for fun minus bashfulness times feminine charm equals “Nancy.” We all know and will always remember her cheerful disposition and winning smile. We’r e sure that W. L. and V. M. I. will remember you, too, “Nan.” Whatever you do in the future, we’re sure that you’ll succeed. Adois, senorita. STEVE BARE DOD “ Stevie ” “ Boo” “ Jiggs ” Football, 8, 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball, 3; Baseball, 3, 4; Boys’ Monogram Club, 8, 1 , 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Sports Club, 1 , 2; Glee Club, 1 ; “ Pirates of Penzance “ Robin Hood”: Crystal Store, 3, 4; Crystal Staff, 4. “Boo,” one of the great personalities of the Class of ’51, has not only been outstanding as a great football player but also as a student and a friend to everyone. Steve has a winning personality, good looks, and is always well dressed, and for these reasons he seems to have several female fans both at L. H. S. and Sent. We have found that “Boo” is a very capable fellow, and we’re sure the future holds nothing but success for him. LOUISE ENGLEMAN “ Easie” Dramatic Club, 8, 2; Library Club, 8, 1,2, 3, 4; F. H. A., 8; Glee Club, 2. Long will we remember this quiet and intelligent girl. Because of her easy ways and reserved manner, she was given her nickname, “Easie. ’’Her friends admire her for her leadership in school activities, her studying habits, and for that one outstanding trait of personality which is making friends wherever she goes. We regret that your laughter soon will no longer echo in the halls of L. H. S.; but we will always think of you, “Easie.” FRANCES ANNE FIX “Annie” “ Foofnick” Basketball, 8, 1, 2, 3, 4; Red Pepper Club, 8, 1; Latin Club, 8, 1; Dramatic Club, 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Monogram Club, 3, 4, Vice President, 3; Cheerleader, 4, ScarLetter Staff, 4, Business Manager; F. H. A., 8. Add a big bundle of wit and energetic spirit, multiply by a magnetic personality and winning smile, and divide by a star player on the basketball court. There’s only one answer to this problem — our one and only “Annie.” Whether acting in plays, getting into teacher’s hair with witty remarks, or cheerleading, we think of “Foofnick” (?) as a gal who has won a place in many hearts — not only at L. H. S., either. Good luck, Anne, as you take your talents to Mary Washington! 4 9 fa CLAUDE LEON HAMRIC “ Big-ga “ Sonny ” Football, i, 2, 3, 4, Co-Captain, 4; Basketball, 2, 3, 4; Baseball, 1, 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Monogram Club, 1, 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Sports Club, 2. It’s hard to realize that “Sonny,” the big guy with the big smile and big chew, isn’t going to be around any longer. “Big-ga” has always been one of the regular Hurricanes in the eyes of the sport fans and in the eyes of the opposite sex also. He co-captained his football team to a very successful season and also had a big season in the social world. Here is to a great guy and a great athlete. LOWELL DOW HAMRIC “Red “Mistor” “ Little Red ” Student Body President, 4; Boys’ Monogram Club, 2, 3, 4; Football, 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball, 1, 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Sports Club, 8; Honor Court, 3; Science Club, 8; Glee Club, 3; Executive Committee, 4; Boys’ State, 4. One of the live wires around L. H. S. this year has been our very capable Student Body President. Other than his executive duties, he has been very suc- cessful in the field of athletics. He is Miss Hamilton’s “dream come true” in English class and also one of the select few whom Mr. Thompson terms “round heads.” Best of luck in the future, “Red,” and we know that you will do well at Washington and Lee. ALLAN BEVERLY HOSTETTER “ Tater ” “Abe “Boss” Library Club, 8, 1, 2, 3, 4, Vice President, 8; Football, 8, 1, 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Monogram Club, 3, 4; Glee Club, 3. Allan is that boy who not only has time for his lessons, but also for his favorite sport, football. He also finds “coon” hunting a good sideline as well as Library Club work. So long, “Hoss” and watch those “coons.” RALPH McDILL HOSTETTER “Wimpy Boys’ Sports Club, 1; Arts and Crafts, 1. That good-natured tall guy who has been a familiar figure at L. H. S. for several years is none other than Ralph. A friend of everyone, students and teachers alike, he has always been a faithful supporter of all athletics. He keeps those windows at Rose’s Five and Dime shining, too. We bid farewell to a great guy and we wish him success in his future work with Uncle Sam. 10 ELIZABETH PENN HUMPHRIS “ Betty “Ump” Cheerleader, 2, 3, 4; ScarLelter Staff, 2, 3, 4; Secretary, Student Body, 4; Honor Court, 8, 4; Class President, 8; Red Pepper Club, 8, 1; Arts and Crafts Club, 8; Latin Club, 8, 1; F. H. A., 8; Hall of Fame, 3. If brains, good looks, and personality are the elements of success — “Little Ump” is far on her way to the top. Whether it is working on a “creation” in Shop, cheerleading, or drawing, she always does it wholeheartedly and thus has captured the hearts of friends and teachers at L. H. S. Despite being so busy she finds time for her long line of admirers. Best of luck to a swell gal! GRACE IANNUZZI “Grade” Red Pepper Club, 8, 1; Glee Club, 8, 1, 2, 3; F. H. A., 8; Basketball, 1, 2; Latin Club, 1; Class Secretary-Treasurer, 2; Dramatic Club, 2; ScarLelter Staff, Reporter, 2, Copy Editor, 3, Managing Editor, 4. Grace! Need we say more! Here comes that graceful, smiling, dark-haired girl whose good nature and pleasing personality make her a favorite among her classmates and teachers. “Gracie” is a very studious and dependable girl who believes in putting the most into everything and also in getting the most out of everything. Good luck to you, Grace! 1 RONALD YOUNG JORDAN “ Jordonski” “ Ronnie ” Executive Committee, 1; Boys’ Monogram Club, 3, 4; Track, 2, 3; Glee Club, 1, 2. It’s a bird; no, it’s a plane- — no it’s neither one, but just “Jordonski” skid- ding to a stop in that beautiful F ' ord. Ronnie has added much to the school in the past years; not only on the gridiron, but also inside school among his many class- mates. He is quiet, but that ole personality isn’t lacking a bit. Ask Charleston! Keep up the good work, Ronnie; we’ll never forget you. FRANK JUDSON LEECH “ Juddy ” “J‘ggy” “Pete” Executive Committee, 2, 3; Honor Court, 4; ScarLetter Staff, 4; Glee Club, 1, 2; “Pirates of Penzance,” 8; President of Class, 3. Take a bundle of brains plus a tremendous personality, good looks and witty remarks and you have our one and only Judson. He is always willing to help everyone with his homework — from eighth grade Math to Mr. Thompson’s fourth year Physics. With his abundance of friendliness “Juddy” is bound to succeed at V. M. I. next year. He will be sadly missed by both teachers and students in future years when his beaming face is no longer seen in the portals of L. H. S. Au revoir, “Jiggy-” 4 U MARTHA McKEMY “ Martha ” Hi-Y Club, 8; F. H. A., 8; Red Pepper Club, i; Basketball, 3, 4. We all think of Martha as a first rate athlete. Not only is she one of the best guards on our basketball team, but she also leads in other sports as well. Often we have envied Martha of her “happy-go-lucky” mood. She always seems so carefree; sometimes she even seems nonchalant about everything. In her years at L. H. S. Martha has endeared herself to all of us. We know that with her friendly personality, she will go far in life. Smooth sailing, Martha! You deserve it. DORIS ANN NUCKOLS “Doris” Crystal Staff, Editor, 4; Scar Letter Staff, Business Manager, 3; Latin Club, 1, 2, 3; Girls’ Monogram Club, 3, 4; F. H. A., 8; Red Pepper Club, 8, 1; Manager, Girls’ Basketball Team, 2; Glee Club, 8. Wherever you see a group of laughing girls (or boys), there you’ll find Doris telling the latest jokes. W ith her irresistible manner and wit, Doris has made many friends here at L. H. S. who will not soon forget her! In addition to her vivacity and good looks, she has a few brains under that crew cut of hers, for she has ably edited this yearbook. Now it’s Roanoke and nursing for Doris. So long for now, Doris, and the best of luck. SHIRLEY VIRGINIA POPE “Pope” “ Palsey ” “ Byebucy” Basketball, 8, 1, 2, 3, 4; Hockey Team, 4; Red Pepper Club, 8, 1; Girls’ Monogram Club, 1, 2, 3, 4; Latin Club, 8, 1; Cheerleader, 1, 2, 3, 4; Hall of Fame, 1, 2, 3, 4; Library Club, 2, 3, Vice President, 2, President, 3; ScarLetter Staff, 2, 3; F. H. A., 8; Arts and Crafts Club, 8; Dramatic Club, 4; Class Secretary, 3. A bundle of energy plus more wit than you can think of — that’s Shirley. She’s one of our star basketball players, too, although she spends a lot of time wiping up the court. “Pope,” we’ll never forget the games, the wonderful summers and your numerous male admirers. Although you will be sadly missed at L. H. S., we want you to always “keep ’em smiling.” ANNE MARIE RAYDER “Pooh” Red Pepper Club, 8, 1; Arts and Crafts Club, 8; Latin Club, 1, 2, 3, 4; Dra- matic Club, 2; Glee Club, 2; Cheerleader, 2, 3. “ Five-feet-two, eyes of brown, cutest little girl in town! Has anybody seen our Pooh?” Yep, Pooh is that happy-go-lucky girl in the Senior Class, who has dashed straight into everyone’s heart. Whether walking briskly to school or hurridly preparing classwork, we think of her as a grand girl with a laughing countenance and a friendly personality. Best of luck, Pooh! •€{ 12 JAMES WILLIAM REID “Bill” “Mandy” “Will” Football, i, 2, 3, 4; Basketball, 1, 2; Baseball, 1, 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Monogram Club, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club, 1, 2; Honor Court, 2; ‘‘Pirates of Penzance,” 8; Boys’ Sports Club, 8. Life of the party anytime — that about completes the picture. Look in any corner or niche of these old halls and you’ll find “Mandy” in everything from foot- ball to the Dramatic Club. If you’re wondering who the tall, dark, and handsome gentleman is wearing the black derby and wandering in and out of the frat parties, no doubt it’s our guy, “Bi ll,” participating in the activities of his future Alma Mater. Although we know he’ll be a big asset to “Mink” land, his place is going to be hard to fill. DORRIS SEBERT SENSABAUGH “Doc” “ Sensabaugh” “Snuffy” Football, 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Monogram Club, 3, 4; Glee Club, 8, 1, 2, 3, 4; “Pa- tience,” 2; “Pirates of Penzance,” 8, Honor Court, 4. “Who made that tackle?” remarks some cheerleader. “Why, Sensabaugh, of course,” comes the reply. Dorris is a whiz in his studies (ask Miss Hamilton about his English), and a big wheel in the Glee Club. He is also known for growing excellent “Hybrid Corn” and for his production of remarkable projects in the shop. “Snuffy,” here’s hoping you grow enough corn to supply Virginia in the future years. Good luck to a wonderful fellow and a friend of all. PATRICIA CAROLYN SHELTON “Patty” “Pat” Basketball, 2: Dramatic Club, 4; Glee Club, 4, Latin Club, 3, 4. “Patty,” the cute little girl with the smiling eyes who came to us as a sophomore from Richmond, Va., certainly has made herself known around the halls of L. H. S. Here’s a gal who’s always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Adding her talents to the Glee Club and Dramatic Club she has helped to make L. H. S. a wonderful place. We hate to lose you, but we know you will add much to the student body at Mary Washington College. MARGARET ANN SI BOLD “ Maggie ” Hi-Y Club, 8, Latin Club, 1, 2; Library Club, 2, 3; Forensic Club, 3, Treas- urer, 3; Executive Committee, 4; Viet President of Student Body, 4. Take a pleasing personality, lots of initiative and school spirit, and more than a dash of vim, vigor and vitality, and what have you? Why, “Maggie,” of course. Tisn’t good-bye, just “so long,” ’cause you’ll always have a special place in our hearts. We wish you all the luck and happiness in the world. 13 ) 3 - CHARLES LAURIE SIMPSON “ Charlie ” “Fuzzy Baseball Manager, i ; Football Manager, 2. Charlie, one of the lucky students who doesn’t have to come to school until the fifth period, has been a great inspiration to the Class of 1951. A favorite of all brunette girls and an expert filling station operator, he has won many friends here at L. H. S. and will surely be missed by all of us. Good luck, “Fuzzy”! ! 1 FELICIA ROSE SIPOLSKI “Flee Basketball, 2; Red Pepper Club, 8; Glee Club, 8, 1, 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club, 2, 3, 4; Cheerleader, 4, Latin Club, 1. Who’s that pretty girl who brightens the halls of L. H. S. with her big sunny smile? Why it’s none other than our own queen of the 1950 Home-Coming. Friendly, quiet “Flee” has been a success in everything she’s tackled here at the school. Although we hate to lose her we know she ' ll be as great an inspiration to the students at Mary Washington as she has been to us. Farewell, “Flee.” BARBARA ANN SLIGH “Bobby” “ Be- Bop Red Pepper Club, 8; F. FI. A., 8, 2, 3, 4. That tiny brunette who just flashed by was none other than our “Be-Bop.” Although she seems a little quiet and shy, she is loads of fun and is a whiz in that F. H. A. Club. We’re gonna miss you “Bobby,” we know those flirty dark eyes will get you places! Best of luck! MARTHA MARIE SMITH “ Smitty” Cheerleade r, 4; Basketball, 8, 1, 2, 3, ScarLetter Staff, Girls’ Sports Editor, 3, 4; Girls’ Monogram Club, 2, 3, 4, President, 2; F. H. A., 8; Red Pepper Club, 8, 1. Just take a look most anywhere around L. H. S., on the basketball court, in Miss Adair’s shorthand class, or even way down in the shop, and you’re sure to find a prominent member of the Senior Class. Who? None other than “Smitty,” the little girl with the great big heart. Whether it’s playing basketball, cheerleading, or doing classwork, “Smitty” does her best. Here’s to a gal the Class of ’51 won’t soon forget. 14 }!!« EARL JACKSON SWISHER “Squirrel” Boys’ Sports Club, i; Arts and Crafts, i; Aeronautics, 2. Zoom! That light gray streak that just flew around the corner was “Squirrel” in his Chevrolet. Even though his car is always loaded, Earl never refuses anyone a ride or any other favor. “Squirrel’s” funny laugh and jocular personality have won him many friends at L. H. S. and the favor of his teachers. The entire class wishes you good fortune, Earl. FRANKLIN DELANO TARDY “ F.D .” “ Speedy ” “ Speedway ” Boys’ Monogram Club, 3, 4; Glee Club, 1, 2, 3, 4; Football, 1, 2, 3; Latin Club, 2, 3; Science Club, 8, 1; Boys’ Sports Club, 8, Track, 3; Baseball, 2, 3, “Patience,” 3; Class Vice President, 2; Football Manager, 2. “F. D.,” that good-looking guy with the cheerful disposition, shall always reside in the memories of his fellow classmates and party boys. Although he has given a great deal of his time to entertaining the fair sex, “Mr. Tardy” always seemed to have his lessons well prepared. There is no doubt that “Speedy,” with his athletic ability, wonderful school spirit and sense of humor, will go far along the road to success. JAMES SPOTTSWOOD TARDY “Jim” “Big” “Eyes” Glee Club, 8, 1; Boys’ Monogram Club, 2, 3, 4; Football, 8, 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball, 2, 3, 4; Basketball, 2, 3, 4. Who is that big tall boy coming down the hall? It’s none other than “Big,” the boy with the softest heart in school. He always finds time to travel over Buena Vista way or star on the football field. With his big eyes and winning smile Jim will long be remembered at L. H. S. We hope that the “Big Fellow” covers as much ground in life as he has on the gridiron. WILLIAM BARTON WRAY “Billy” “Tiger” “Toy” Glee Club, 8, 1,2, 3, 4; Boys’ Sports Club, 8. Looking for someone to really “knock” that piano for a “loop” or really sing you a good song? Well, “Toy’s” definitely your man. Although Billy has been knocked around pretty much in football and has been hobbling around on one leg off and on for the past two years, he, however, always has a cheery smile and greeting for everyone he meets. Best of luck always to one mighty little man. 4 15 ) CLASS WILL OF 1951 I, Tommy Agnor, bequeath my ability to work 4th year Algebra to Bill Dod. I, Fred Arndt, bequeath my love (?) for English Literature to Johnson Vernon. I, Jane Bailey, bequeath my daily trips to the “State” to anyone who has the time and money to spend. I, Betty Boyd, bequeath my soprano part in the Glee Club to Shirely Radford. I, Nancy Brown, bequeath my knowledge of bookkeeping to Miss Adair so that she may in turn pass it on to her future classes. I, Joan Dod, b equeath the job of taking the notices around to the different rooms every morning to anyone ambitious enough. I, Steve Dod, bequeath my week-end parties at “Mike’s” to anyone who isn ' t afraid of the bear. I, Louise Engleman, bequeath my ability to pass typing speed tests to Buster Spencer. I, Anne Fix, bequeath my last cigarette to Tommy Spencer who always seems to be in need of one. I, Claude Ffamric, bequeath my love for hunting and especially for “Beech- nut” to my little brother, Charles. I, Lowell Hamric, bequeath my educated toe, my left-handed hook shot, and that “hot corner” to Buster Spencer. I, Allan Hostetter, bequeath my love for English grammar to Frank Wiggins. I, Betty Humphris, bequeath to Shirley Totten my desire for a car, “all my own.” I, Grace Iannuzzi, bequeath all my unforgettable memories at Lexington High during the past five years to all future L. H. S. students. I, Ronald Jordan, bequeath my love for women and drinks to Basil Conner. I, Jud Leech, bequeath my temper to anyone whom these teachers are too hard on. I, Martha McKemy, bequeath my basketball ability to Frances Van Der eer. I, Doris Nuckols, bequeath my ability to “jitterbug” to “Sissy” Baker. I, Shirley Pope, bequeath old “Number 8” to Harry, in hopes that he will mop up the basketball court with it better than I did. 4 16 I, Pooh Rayder, bequeath all my “Hello, honey’s” from Mr. Thompson to my sister, Sandra. I, Bill Reid, bequeath my love for the week ends to Chuck Ritchey. (If he thinks he can stand them! ! ! ) I, Dorris Sensabaugh, bequeath my football uniform to Chuck Ritchey. I, Pat Shelton, bequeath my great love for military schools to Carol yn Crane, who might have need of it in her future years at L. H. S. I, Margaret Ann Sibold, bequeath part of my dreams and hopes and plans for the future to Betty Buchanan. I, Felicia Sipolski, bequeath all the wonderful times I’ve had at L. II. S. to Loretta Watts, in hopes that she will have many more. I, Charles Simpson, bequeath my two periods a day to anyone who stays here long enough to get them. I, Barbara Sligh, bequeath my Sunday night rides to Alary Ann Rowsey. I, Martha Smith, bequeath Miss Grant a watch that automatically stops at five minutes to four. I, Nina Sperka, bequeath my frequent trips next door to my brother, Ernie. I, Earl Swisher, bequeath typing book to my sister, “Margie.” I, F. D. Tardy, bequeath my nickname, “Speedy,” to anyone who can live up to it. I, Jim Tardy, bequeath my ability to learn French verbs to M. Fred Arndt. I, Bill Wray, bequeath my yen for Algebra to Basil Conner. 1 17 A u n zA r s os}}el}er ?r ?c ftynor A! ucAo s 7 fc t i -A 5 ni A- e£C.A £ M? nr c.,£- Dad 1 , T. ll qc c. e.r s( 18 )� INTO THE FUTURE That movie I just saw was very good, in fact it was excellent compared to those I used to see in my younger days. But you know this year, 1965, has seen many new developments and some of them were brought about by my colleagues from the Class of ’51 at Lexington High School. Yes, now where is that old Crystal? Ah, here it is and let me see. There’s old Poss Agnor, a very successful civil engineer today. And I heard the other day that Nina Sperka has just accepted the position of head pharmacist in some drug store which is in the city where Betty Humphris has her outstanding art exhibit. Could you ever guess who has the most exclusive and talked about bar in his night club? Why, yes it is “Mandy” Reid. (So you’ve heard about it, too.) Heard, too, that Nancy Brown is a singer there. In the newsreel I saw today, the dis- tinguished Admiral Steve Dod was the guest of honor at the Olympic Track Meet where Ronald Jordan broke all records running the 100-yard dash. There were some other familiar faces in that newsreel, too. There was Lowell Hamric, candi- date for President of U. S.; Jane Bailey, Joan Dod, Pooh Rayder, and Felicia Sipolski, four of the finalists for “Miss America’’; the renowned big-game hunter who had just returned from Africa, Claude Hamric. And here is a picture of Jud Leech. Since he went to V. M. I. to be professor of physics, I haven’t heard anymore about him. And here is that super salesman of Ford cars — Tommy Baker. Speaking of “super’’ — Fred Arndt has a very pros- perous photographic business. Incidentally, I forgot to tell you about the movie I saw. It starred Bill Wray at the piano and the great tackle whose pro football performance won him a con- tract with the Twentieth-Century Wolf, Jim Tardy. Excuse me, the paper boy, John Harrison, Jr., just came to the door. No, don’t excuse me; listen to the headlines: “New Branch of Ten Cent Stores Opened.” As I read on I find that these stores were opened by Ralph Hostetter, Earl Swisher, and Barbara Sligh. Here is an advertisement of deluxe furs by Allan Hostetter. Yes, I remember how he used to hunt. Here is a picture on the sports page of a basketball team who just won the championship in the state. They were ably coached by Shirley Pope who was assisted by Martha Smith. This is an interesting story of a sociology worker, Pat Shelton, w ' ho found a family nearing death, but who restored to health by the capable nursing of Doris Nuckols. Oh, what is this little item down in the corner? Hum, Anne Fix, a noted psychologist, has opened a new office in Hartford, Connecticut. That’s about all there is in the paper except a few advertisements: One says, “For Secretarial Training, apply to Louise Engleman and Martha McKemy’s School of Office Training”; another says, “Patronize Charlie Simpson’s ESSO Station.” It’s about time for my favorite Television program, “Betty Sings.” You remember Betty Boyd, don’t you? Before I put my Crystal away, I had better tell you that Dorris Sensabaugh is a most prosperous farmer and that F. D. Tardy left to tour the country by way of his thumb some time ago and he hasn’t been heard from since. M. A. Sibold 4 19 } SENIOR MIRROR 4 20 }• - Jordan Aw (censored) “Slide Them Jugs Down The Mountain ’’.Trips to W est Virginia Leech Ah, the devil “So Long” Esslinger McKemy Oh, no! “Tennessee Waltz” Strong, handsome men -e( 21 )� • Wray Let’s pull a big one! “Please Don t Talk About Ale When I’m Gone” The Annex SENIOR CLASS HISTORY Back in September, 1946 a group of eighth grade students could be seen wandering timidly around the L. H. S. halls vainly searching for their classes. There we were — the Class of ’51. After a week or two, however, we became accustomed to the general high school routine. In January we elected Betty Humphris President of our class. Robert Moses was elected to serve with her on the Honor Court and Philips Breckinridge and Jane Bailey, to represent us on the Executive Committee. Our first year at L. H. S. slipped by quickly and before we knew what had happened, we had gained the title of freshmen. Upon our return to school Robert Moses was elected class President. Jud Leech was Vice President, George Locher served as Secretary-Treasurer, and Nina Sperka represented us on the Honor Court. This year Pete Brewbaker devoted full time to his job of coach and turned his duties as principal over to Mr. H. B. Brockwell. Along with Mr. Brockwell came an avalanche of new teachers; namely, Misses Driver, Wilson, Davis, Cooke, and Dunlap. We began to take a more active interest in school activities this year and were well represented in every school function. Our sophomore year was a busy one. Jud Leech, Nina Sperka, and Grace Iannuzzi served respectively as President, Vice President, and Secretary-Treasurer of our class. Billy Reid represented us on the Honor Court. This year our football team tied with Handley High School of Winchester for the district championship. The big social event of the year was the Christmas dance to which the girls invited the boys. It turned out to be a “howling success.” Robert Moses and Sally Christian, members of our class, had the leads in the Glee Club presentation of “Patience.” September rolled around again and, believe it or not, we were juniors. Jud Leech was again President of our class; Steve Dod was Vice President; Shirley Pope was Secretary- Treasurer. Betty Humphris and Lowell Hamric were our representatives to the Honor Court. This year we finally had a chance to wear class rings and were we proud of them! And who could ever forget the Junior-Senior Banquet and Dance at the Mayflower! We worked hard to make it a success and we believe we succeeded. Then at least came our long-awaited senior year. Lowell Hamric took over his duties as President of the student body while Tommy Agnor assumed his duties as class President. Other officers were: Alargaret Ann Sibold — oops, I mean McKemy, Vice President of the student body; Betty Humphris, Secretary of the student body; Steve Dod, class Vice President; Joan Dod, class Secretary; Nina Sperka, Dorris Sensabaugh, and Jud Leech, Honor Court representatives. This has really been our biggest year. How can we ever forget all those football and basketball games, those wonderful dances, those memorable assemblies, those theses we had to write. (Really, they weren’t so bad now that they are over with.) There’s more fun coming! We are looking forward especially to another Junior- Senior Banquet, a trip to Washington, and, last but not least, graduation. The Class of ’51 bids a fond farewell to you, L. H. S. We’ll never forget you. c s JUNIORS Barry Beauchamp Jean Clarkson Lucy Coates Pauline Conner Carolyn Crane Mitchie Crist Diane Eckel Artie Eisler Pen Graves Pat Hall Peggy Harlow Sarah Irvine Georgia Jackson Lorene Logan Mary M. Myers Louise Neely Jimmy Pullen Shirley Radford Charles Ritchey Mary Ann Rowsey Ernest Sperka Eleanor Tardy Brocky Varner Johnson Vernon Frank Wiggins We, the Junior Class of ’51, having completed three-fourths of our careers at L. H. S., look forward to a bright future as the Seniors of ’52. We elected the following students for our Junior officers: President, Frank Wiggins; Vice President, Lucy Coates; Secretary-Treasurer, Louise Neely; Honor Court, Sarah Irvine and Louise Neely. 4 24 fr SOPHOMORES Mary Ann Barger Shirley Bennington Berkeley Bierer Betty Buchanan Jimmy Camper Pauline Carter Basil Conner Dorothy Crist Margaret Dodson Helen Dunn Dainise Folden Charles Harris Lauana Hayslett Betty Jo Hinkle Kenneth Hostetter Edward Kennedy James Kessler Elise Kirkpatrick Florence Loving Mary Ritchey David Meade Charles Mutispaugii Joan Mutispaugh Carolyn McClung Richard McKemy Reese Nicely Ralph Ordel Ronnie Ordel Myrna Ritchey Dora Mae Robinson Roberta Sensabaugh Jo Ann Shields Anne Slusser Buster Spencer Betty Straub Inez Surritte Reid White Ted Whiteside Buford Wilhelm Davis Wray Frank Wray We made it! We’ve actually lived through the Sophomore year. Now we know we were part of Lexington High School and are ready for whatever our third year will bring us, hoping it will be good. For our class officers we elected FJise Kirkpatrick, President; Jimmy Kessler, Vice President; Helen Dunn, Secretary-Treasurer; and Lauana Hayslett, Honor Court representative. S( 25 FRESHMEN Marie Agnor Betty Jane Anderson Phyllis Baker Billy Burks Ann Campbell Marvin Chaplin Bruce Chittum Doris Conner Betsy Davis Tommy Davis Rader Dod Betty Entsminger Edward Harlow Charles Hamric Alese Harrison Lional Harrison Edith Higgins Arthur Hinkle Grace Hostetter Billy Howell Marina Johnson Betty Kirkpatrick Jack Lackman Betty Law Andrew Logan Kenneth Miley Ruby Montgomery Della Morris Lee McCurdy Joan Nelson Laura Nicely Jessie Ordel Graham Plogger Earl Rowsey Tommy Sibold Dorothy Smith Alyce Spenser Pat Stuart Marjorie Swisher Robert Tedder Shirley Totten Betty Waddell Daine Walker Loretta Watts Robert Wayland David Wright J o Ann Zollman Billy Harlow Cartha Carter Lucy Iannuzzi This year the Class of ’154, for the first time, felt the real pleasure of being high school students. The class hopes that the next three years will be as much fun as its last two. We are all waiting the next school term when we can present L. H. S. with a spirited Sophomore Class of Our officers for the year were: Billy Burks, President; Betty Jane Anderson, Vice President; Charles Hamric, Secretary-Treasurer, and Jack Lackman, Honor Court. 4 26 ) EIGHTH GRADE James Armentrout Robert Ayers Carl Bailey Bertha Bane Frank Bane Martha Barger Frank Bayne Shirley Bayne William Bayne Jimmy Bowyer Joe Brown Myra Brush Julia Coates Louise Crist Paul Dale Jean Davis Rita Davis John Bare Margaret Dooley Ruth Dooley Elinor Dunlap Elburn Eubank Robert Figgatt Eugene Flint Norman Floyd Madeline Gillespie Desha Graves Eliza Harlow James Hartless Mary Hickman Charles Higgins Gladys Higgins Mary Lou Holstein James Hostetter Harold Hotinger Doris Hostetter Helen Huffman Josephine Irvine Pearl Irvine Mike Junkin Jimmy Kelly Christine Knick Ethyl Knick Patty Mays Mary Ellen Meade Margaret Miller Mary Ann Miller John Mutispaugh Carl McGowan Mary Edgar McClung Joe McCormick Elizabeth McCurdy Marjorie Newman Jean Nicely Patsy Nuckoi.s Ethel O’Conner Eugene Paxton Hazel Plott Jack Purvis Sandra Rayder John Reardon Wayne Sligh Howard Smith Norene Sorrells Tommy Spencer Jack Tardy Frances Van Der Veer Daniel Welsh Juanita Whiteside Cornelia Wii.cher Howard Yancey We, the members of ’51 Eighth Grade came into the halls of our new school with wide eyes and eager spirit. Willing to do all we could, we immediately pitched into the activities by electing as officers of our class: Tommy Spencer, President; Jimmy Kelly, Vice President; Patsy Nuckols, Secretary-Treasurer, and Julia Coates, Honor Court. Years, full of work and excitement, are being looked toward by all while we are students in L. H. S. ■•Sf 27 COMMERCIAL CLASS Billy Kesler Jane Bailey Louise Engleman Grace Iannuzzi Martha McKemy Martha Smith Betty Toms 4 . 28 SPORTS Front Row: J. Harrison, A. Hostetter, L. Hamric, S. Dod, F. Wiggins, S. Canfield, C. Hamric, B. Reid, R. Jordan, D. Sensa- baugh. Second Row: J. Harris, G. Plogger, M. Wray, T. Agnor, B. Spencer, R. Nicely, J. Tardy, K. Hostetter, S. Tardy, R. Ordel Third Row: J. Pullen, R. Ordel, E. Sperka, T. Davis, T. Sibold, J. Camper, J. Rowsey, E. Eubanks, B. Conner, F. D. Tardy Fourth Row: Coach Bretvbaker, T. Spencer, C. Mutispaugh, B. Burks, B. Lawhorne, N. Floyd, F. Bane, J. Mutispaugh, B. Bane FOOTBALL— 1951 Claude Hamric Stanley Canfield S. P. Brewbaker. . . . Co-Captains Coach F. D. Tardy Basil Conner Managers For the first time in its history, Lexington High played their home games under the lights on the new Recreation Field at the fair grounds. All team members looked forward with nervous anxiety to the initial start under the arc-lights, and a large crowd was on hand to meet them in the first game with Natural Bridge. Hopes jolted at the loss of Steve Dod before the game and Tommy Baker in the opening minutes, the latter on a broken ankle which held him to the sidelines for the remainder of the season. The Lexington eleven operated almost completely from their new “Split-T” formation, but were not well enough experienced in its use to overcome a Natural Bridge score on a reverse in the second quarter. . 4 30 )■ • After a week of preparation for the Valley High game, the gridders were not able to play be- cause of continuous rain and a flooded field. Also during the week, Artie Eisler was lost for the remainder of the season because of an appendectomy. On September 31, the Scarlet Hurricane challenged a highly touted Covington team and fought them on even terms nearly throughout the game. Lexington was edged 14 to 6 after a game undecided until the final minutes. As a result of this game, the services of Claude Hamric were lost for the next two games. The next Saturday the Lexingtonians traveled to Winchester where they struck hard and fast from the beginning. But after scoring two TD’s in the early minutes, they were unable to stop a strong Handley offense and could not tally themselves again. After a game marked by numerous penalties, Handley came out on top 19-12. Although the victory train had not yet been boarded, team spirit was high and the “T” had been much improved. On October 13 the Big Red again hit the road, and this time for Staunton. A Staunton aerial offensive scoring three times upset the Lexington hopes for a win, although the Hurricane piled up considerable yardage on the ground. With a full team hampered only by minor injuries for the first time in the year, the Scarlet Hurricane took on Woodrow Wilson under the home lights, and took command from the beginning. Except for a brief time-out because of light failure, the spectators saw a combination of lightning- fast split-T ground and aerial offensives, climaxed by improved line play and pass defense, all of which helped in the first win. The rejuvenated Hurricane displayed one of the best attacks yet in the thrilling Home-Coming tilt with Harrisonburg and pulled a major conference upset. Lexington scored twice and threatened again from inside the five but were held for downs; while the Blue Streaks were restrained to one touchdown. It was sparked throughout by some of the hardest hitting ever exhibited by both contestants. The following week J. Tardy kicked off to a larger, favored Waynesboro team on the latter’s home field, and the Little Giants marched down inside the ten only to be held for downs. On the first play from scrimmage Steve Dod took a pitch-out and romped fifty-five yards to begin a drive that hit pay dirt a few plays later with Claude Hamric’s touchdown and Red Hamric’s conversion. Backs Canfield and Dod were lost due to injuries during the bout, but the fired-up Scarlet Hurricane couldn’t be stopped and went on to win the roughest game of the year, 13-6. Riddled by injuries, the Hurricane was downed on their home field by a Clifton Forge eleven on November 10. The defense could not hold, and the offense could not break through the Moun- taineers consistently enough to score. The final game with Buena Vista was a perfect climax to the season, as Lexington took com- plete control from the opening whistle and coasted to a 38 to o victory. The Fighting Blues ended up “singing the blues” as everything they tried was thrust back at them by the relentless Hurricane. Playing their last game for L. H. S. were C. Hamric, Dod, Canfield, L. Hamric, J. Tardy, Reid, A. Hostetter, S. Tardy, J. Harrison, Sensabaugh. Jordan, and Agnor. Natural Bridge . . Covington Winchester Staunton Woodrow Wilson Harrisonburg. . . . Waynesboro Clifton Forge. . . . Buena Vista SCORES 7 -Lexington 1 4-— Lexington 19 — Lexington 19 — Lexington 6 — Lexington 7 Lexington 6 — Lexington 14- Lexington o — Lexington . o . 6 . 12 . o .27 H 13 . o •38 •{ 31 Left to Right: C. Hamric, Tardy, Mutispaugh, Wiggins, Camper, Spencer, Pullen, Baker, L. Hamric, Coach Brewbaker BOYS ' BASKETBALL Stuart P. Brewbaker Coach Tommy Spencer Manager With a short vacation after football season, a group of boys reported for basketball practice on a refinished, shining gym floor. Among these were lettermen Jim Tardy, Lowell Hamric, Tom Baker, Claude Hamric, and Frank Wiggins, along with Jim Camper, Charles Mutispaugh, Buster Spencer, and Jack Rowsey. In the opener, Lexington traveled to Troutville where they played an exciting, see- sawing game but came out on the bottom 41 to 39. Jim Tardy was high scorer with 15 points. In all except one of the remaining games, the Hurricane quintet continued losing, the one bright spot being the consistent scoring of Jim Tardy. Lexington changed into a zone defense in the latter half of the season, since many of the floors were small and nearly all opposing teams used zones. As the 13th league game came up, the Scarlet Hurricane turned the tide and defeated the towering Winchester Judges by a score of 35 to 29. Using ball control and their zone defense as the main weapons, Lexington worked into the first victory of the year. { 32 )£ • The last game of the year was perhaps the most exciting as Lexington battled Natural Bridge until the final whistle but nevertheless lost 41 to 38. The Big Red was leading most of the way up to the last quarter, when Natural Bridge eked ahead to win. Jim Tardy led the scoring for the year with 268 points in all games and was second in the conference. Tommy Baker and Lowell Hamric also contributed quite a bit, along with Camper, Mutispaugh, and Wiggins. Playing for their last year were Tommy Baker, Lowell Hamric, Jimmy Tardy, and Claude Hamric. Troutville Wilson Memorial Troutville Staunton Waynesboro .... Clifton Forge. . . Wilson Memorial Covington Clifton Forge . . . Staunton Waynesboro. . . . Harrisonburg. . . . Covington Natural Bridge. . Winchester Harrisonburg . . . Winchester SCORES .41 — Lexington . 55 — Lexington . 52 — Lexington . 68 — Lexington . 64 — Lexington .64 -Lexington . 40 — Lexington . 47 — Lexington . 45 — Lexington . 81 — Lexington . 55 — Lexington . 37 — Lexington . 57 — Lexington . 52 — Lexington . 29 — Lexington . 52 — Lexington . 49- -Lexington .41 Lexington 39 33 43 33 4i 38 27 26 30 54 29 21 2 5 43 35 3 2 2 7 38 { 33 Natural Bridge First Row: Canfield, Wiggins, Dod, L. Hamric, Lewis, Fifer, Morris, Baker, Reid, C. Hamric Back Row: Coach Brewbaker, Pullen, Spenser, Rowsey, Tardy, Wray, Sperka, Eisler BASEBALL— 1950 S. P. Brewbaker Coach Artie Eisler Manager One cold windy day in the early part of April, Lexington traveled to Glasgow to meet Natural Bridge in the opening game. The game was tied up 3-3 going into the fifth inning when Natural Bridge broke loose and pushed four quick runs across the plate. “Cuz” Rowsey was the starting hurler for Lexington but was relieved by Kennedy in the seventh. After the Easter holidays, Lexington met Woodrow Wilson on the home diamond and won a close game 7 to 6. The winning pitcher was Rowsey, his batter mate being Charlie Morris. A glance around the infield saw Tardy at first, Baker at second, L. Hamric at third, Canfield at short stop, and in the outfield were C. Hamric, Fifer, Lewis. Then the Hurricane nine traveled to Staunton to be defeated 8 to o. Claude Hamric went all the way as pitcher, giving up ten hits. Buena Vista was the next opponent, and came out on top in a ten inning game. Buena Vista scored 2 runs in the tenth inning to break a 2-2 tie. Lexington collected only two hits, those being by Red Hamric and Canfield. 4 34 Another thrilling game went down on the books as Clifton Forge defeated the visiting Hurricane team by a score of 4 to 3. The battery for the game was Rowsey and Morris. Lexington got back in the win column with a 10 to 6 victory over Valley. C. Hamric was the winning pitcher, as Lexington scored 10 runs before the visitors tallied. In the next game, Jack Rowsey held Waynesboro to five hits as L. H. S. scored 6 runs from 7 hits. Going into the first of the ninth, Waynesboro led 6 to 5, but the Hurricane pushed two runs across to win. Lexington went on a hitting spree in the 10 to 9 win over Wilson Memorial at Fishers- ville. The Hurricane rapped out 1 1 hits, 4, including a homer, being collected by C. Hamric, and scored once in the ninth to clinch the contest. Kennedy started as pitcher, but was replaced by C. Hamric who received the credit for the win. As revenge for the previous defeat by Staunton, Lexington poured it into the visiting Leemen in defeating them 16 to 1. Rowsey gave up only four hits, and his mates banged out 14, including three each by “Red” Hamric, Morris, and Baker. When the “Little Giants” visited Lexington, the home team scored six runs on ten hits; two each by “Red” Hamric, Baker, and Rowsey. C. Hamric and Rowsey shared the mound duties, giving up three runs. In a home game with Clifton Forge, the Hurricane scored only one run from seven hits while the visitors scored nine on fifteen hits. In the May 19th game both Natural Bridge and Lexington put on scoring sprees, the former coming out on top 1 1 to 9. In the final game of the year, Lexington was overpowered by a strong Perry McCluer team by a score of 6 to o. B. V. took a 4 run lead in the first inning and Lexington was never able to overtake them. In the hitting department, Lowell Hamric led with .308 followed by T. Baker with .289. Jack Rowsey, working in nearly every game, carried the brunt of the pitching duties. Those playing for Lexington for the last time were Canfield, Lewis, Fifer. and Morris. SCORES Lexington 4 — Natural Bridge Lexington 7 — Wilson Lexington o — Staunton Lexington 2 — Buena Vista . . . Lexington 3 — Clifton Forge . . Lexington 10 — Valley Lexington 6 — Waynesboro. . . Lexington 10 — Wilson Lexington 16 — Staunton Lexington 6 — Waynesboro. . . Lexington 1 — Clifton Forge. . Lexington 9 — Natural Bridge Lexington o — Buena Vista . . . 14 6 8 4 4 6 3 9 1 3 9 1 1 6 i 35 }i= Left to Right: Totten, Anderson, Harrison, Bierer, McKemy, Waddell, Pope, Ordel, Watts, Smith, Spencer GIRLS’ BASKETBALL Miss Jane Grant Coach Jane Bailey Manager Although the Girls’ Basketball team this year had few practices and less games, about twenty-two girls helped to make up the “Red Flames” squad. Throughout the season the girls showed spirit and determination, and what they lacked in height and experience, they made up for in their efforts to improve their playing. The lone win of the season was a close 2-point victory over Southern Seminary, after the red sextet had bowed in defeat to the strong teams of Covington, Natural Bridge, and Wilson Memorial. This year the Lexington team played hostess to the teams of District 5 at the annual basketball sportsday. Six teams besides the local girls participated, including Harrison- burg, Warren County, Waynesboro, Staunton, Covington, and Wilson Memorial. Although the record this season wasn ' t too good, there is a promise for the future, for the squad will lose only three players through graduation, and there are high hopes for the many up-and-coming freshmen and eighth-graders. 4 36 GIRLS’ BASKETBALL SCORES Wilson Memorial 26- Covington 25- Wilson Memorial 35- Southern Seminary 31- Covington 47- Natural Bridge 31- Natural Bridge 40- Total 235 Lexington 7 Lexington 16 Lexington 21 Lexington 33 Lexington 21 Lexington 15 Lexington 25 Total 138 •Sf 37 } SNAPSHOTS A S HONOR COURT Nina Sperka Louise Neely Jud Leech Dorris Sensabaugh Sarah Irvine Lauana Hayslett. . Jack Lackman Julia Coates Miss Hamilton . . . . Chairman Secretary Senior Representatives Junior Representative . . Sophomore Representative . . Freshman Representative Eighth Grade Representative Faculty Adviser This year the Honor Court has had to try very few cases. On the whole, a very fine and cooperative student body has made the work of Honor Court very easy and pleasant. Under the able guidance of Miss Hamilton and our chairman, Nina Sperka, the Court and the entire student body have enjoyed a very successful year. Cf to fo EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Lowell Hamric Margaret Ann Sibold Betty Humphris Tommy Agnor Frank Wiggins Elise Kirkpatrick. . . . Billy Burks Tommy Spencer Mrs. Evelyn T. Law . . . . President of Student Body F ice President Secretary-Treasurer Senior Representative Junior Representative . .Sophomore Representative . . Freshman Representative Eighth Grade Representative Faculty Adviser The Executive Committee this year sponsored one of the most outstanding Home- Coming Dances ever held at Lexington High School. It was also the backbone of the big Christmas Dance. Through the cooperation of both faculty and students, the Executive Committee had a highly successful year under the splendid advice of Mrs. Law. ■ u LIBRARY CLUB Marie Agnor Berkley Bierer Joe Brown Ann Campbell Pauline Carter Basil Conner Helen Dunn Louise Engleman Eddie Harlow Allan Hostetter Harold Hotinger Andrew Logan Florence Loving Della Morris Charles Mutispaugh Carolyn McClung I.ee McCurdy Carl McGowan Reese Nicely Charles Ritchey Mary Ritchey Myrna Ritchey Dora Mae Robinson Tommy Sibold Roberta Sensabaugh Jo Ann Shields Anne Slusser Dorothy Smith Betty Straub Pat Stua rt Sam Tardy Ted Whiteside The Library Club this year has been under the capable leadership of Mrs. Anne Holstein, who though inexperienced is very efficient. VVe have been very busy this year with our book mending and classification of our numerous new books. As a whole, we have had excellent coopera- tion throughout the year. There have also been loads of fun as anyone who attended our Christmas party and spring picnic will tell you. All in all, we feel that this year has really proved successful. • 3f 42 }l« DRAMATIC CLUB Diane Eckel. . Artie Eisler. . . Carolyn Crane President . ... Vice President Secretary-Treasurer Betty Jane Anderson “Sissie” Baker Tommy Baker Jean Clarkson Lucy Coates Carolyn Crane Betty Crist Joan Dod Diane Eckel Artie Eisler Anne Fix Alese Harrison Lucy Iannuzzi Georgia Jackson Betty Law Mary M. Myers Joan Nelson Shirley Pope Shirley Radford Pooh Rayder Billy Reid Pat Shelton Felicia Sipolski Alyce Spencer Eleanor Tardy Shirley Totten Betty Waddell Loretta Watts The Dramatic Club is under the able direction of Mrs. McSorley this year. We presented the three-act comedy, “Men Are Like Streetcars,” in the latter part of March. The year has been very successful and an even better season is planned for next year. GLEE CLUB Felicia Sipolski. . . . Dora Mae Robinson Buster Spencer Betty Boyd Jane Bailey ) Jimmy Pullen President Librarian . Secretary-Treasurer . . Wardrobe M istress Press Representatives Phyllis Baker Martha Barger Mary Ann Barger Shirley Bayne Berkeley Bierer Julia Coates Elinor Dunlap Desha Graves Eliza Harlow Alese Harrison Becky Hickman Mary Lou Holstein Lucy Iannuzzi Marina Johnson Betty Law Florence Loving Carolyn McClung Margaret Miller Mary Ann Miller Marjorie Newman Patsy Nuckols Shirley Radford Sandra Rayder Roberta Sensabaugh Pat Shelton Anne Slusser Alyce Spencer Marjorie Swisher Daine Walker J o Ann Zollman Wayne Ayers John Bare Tommy Davis Norman Floyd Charlie Harris Lionel Harrison Jimmy Kelly David Meade Joe McCormick Kenneth Miley Ronnie Ordel Dorris Sensabaugh F. D. Tardy Reid White Billy Wray Major Wray Billy Burke Howard Yancy Edward Kennedy Glee Club activities for the year were brought to a climax with two performances of “The Mikado” by Gilbert and Sullivan in April. The large cast of nine principals and forty chorus members gave a fine account for themselves. They were assisted by other member of the Glee Club who helped with costumes, make-up, scenery, and lighting effects. 9jf -14 } JUNIOR CLASSICAL LEAGUE Betty Jane Anderson Phyllis Baker Billy Burks Pauline Carter Marvin Chaplin Lucy Coates Rader Dod Pen Graves Charles Hamric Eddie Harlow Lauana Hayslett Billy Howell Lucy Iannuzzi Sarah Irvine Marina Johnson Betty Kirkpatrick Elise Kirkpatrick Jack Lackman Betty Law Florence Loving Carolyn McClunc. Louise Neely Joan Nelson Anne Rayder Dora Mae Robinson Charles Ritchey Pat Shelton Anne Slusser Nina Sperka Betty Straub Marjorie Swisher Sam Tardy Shirley Totten Betty Waddell Loretta Watts Reid White Jo Ann Zoli.man The J unior Classical League which is composed of the Latin classes is a member of the National Organization of the American Classical League. The meetings, very colorful and interesting, keep alive the spirit that Latin is not dead. During the Thanksgiving season the meeting pertained to Roman food, whereas a Roman cake was made. In the course of the year each meeting, which consists of one theme, promotes interests and appreciation toward the customs, cultured back- ground, and the dress of glorious Rome and Greece. At one meeting when the subject was Roman costumes, the members dressed a doll in the attire of a Roman bride. This organization operates under the direction and supervision of Mrs. Law. Cf 45 K FUTURE HOMEMAKERS OE AMERICA LEXINGTON CHAPTER Colors: Red and White Peggy Harlow President Dainise Folden Secretary Betty Buchanan Reporter Flower: Red Rose Vice President .... Treasurer . . Song Leader Pat Hall Barbara Sligh Mary Rowsey. Adviser: Mrs. Calvin Coleman Members: Shirley Bennington, Pauline Conner, Betty Entsminger, Lorene Logan, Joan Mutispaugh, Daine Walker, and Becky Hickman. Although we were small in number this year, our spirit remained high. We attended federation meetings, made a contribution to the camp fund, and packed a box for a needy family, of our community, for Christmas. In January we held our annual initiation services before P. T. A. members, followed by open house in the Home Economics Department. Two girls received the Junior Home- makers Degree, the first to be received at Lexington High School. Several parties were given with every girl sharing in the work and fun. Looking “Toward New Horizons,” we plan to send a delegate to the State Convention and to F. F. A.-F. H. A. Camp this summer. A 46 GIRLS’ MONOGRAM CLUB Members: Betty Buchanan, Anne Fix, Martha McKemy, Doris Nuckols, Shirley Pope, and Martha Smith. Because basketball is the only sport in which a girl can earn a letter, the Girls’ Mono- gram Club is the smallest club in the school. Despite its size and the fact that there is no time set for this club to hold meetings, its biggest project for the year was to decorate the gymnasium for the Christmas Dance. With the awarding of monograms to quite a few girls this year, the club has hopes of having a larger and more active club next year. • S{ 47 BOYS’ MONOGRAM CLUB Tommy Baker Steve Dod Artif. Eisler Claude Hamric Lowell Hamric Allan Hostetter Kenneth Hostetter Ronald Jordan Edward Kennedy Ralph Ordel Graham Plogger Bill Reid Jack Rowsey Dorris Sensabaugh F. D. Tardy Jim Tardy The Boys’ Monogram Club is an honorary club consisting of all the outstanding athletes at Lexington High School, who have shown some special ability in one or more of the sports offered at the school. His diligence and skill are recognized by the familiar “L” seen around the halls, and thereby making him a member of the Boys’ Monogram Club. 4 48 }• THE SCARLETTER STAFF EDITORIAL STAFF Jane Bailey Grace Iannuzzi Jud Leech Margaret Sibold Mary Myers Jimmy Pullen Martha Smith Jimmy Camper Cartha Carter Jo Ann Shields Nina Sperka Pen Graves Pat Hall Georgia Jackson Sarah Irvine Lucy Coates Miss Margaret Wilson . .Editor-in-Chief Managing Editor . . . . Copy Editors . Sports Editors H umor Editors . . Society Editor Feature Editors Cartoonist . . A dviser BUSINESS STAFF Anne Fix Business Manager Betty Humphris Circulation Manager Miss Jane Grant Adviser The ScarLetter Staff this year was composed of conscientious, hard-working students. Although we have not always succeeded at first, we have learned that “experience is the best teacher.” The Southern Interscholastic Press Association, composed of all high school news- paper staffs in this state, is the highlight of the year for our journalists. However, no matter how diligently the staff has worked, the ScarLetter could not have been a success without the able guidance of Miss Wilson and Miss Grant. 1 49 }■ CHEERLEADERS Betty Jane Anderson Phyllis Baker Betty Buchanan Joan Dod Diane Eckel Anne Fix Peggy Ann Harlow Betty Humphris Shirley Pope Felicia Siploski Martha Smith We gained six new cheerleaders this year to make up our “Red Eleven.” They did their best to urge our mighty football team through a successful season. The brightest spot was the Home-Coming, one of the best in years. The cheerleaders were also very active on the basketball court. The cheerleaders want to thank all the students whose hearty spirit and cooperation made this such a successful season! 4 50 THE HALL OF EAML HAMRIC SPERKA MOST DEPENDABLE HAMRIC POPE msam-mm TARO ' POPE MOST ATHLETIC 4 51 CRYSTAL STAFF Doris Nuckols Steve Dod Jimmy Tardy Betty Humphris Shirley Pope Lowell Hamric Nina Sperka Margaret Ann Sibold Louise Engleman Martha Smith Editor-in-Chief . Business Manager Circulation Manager Photo Editor Sports Editors .... Literary Editors Typist 4 52 CONGRATULATIONS to the GRADUATING CLASS OF 1951 JAMES LEES SONS COMPANY Blueridge Division GLASGOW , VIRGINIA Hgf 53 } • GIFTS HAMRIC SMITH Jewelers Compliments of STATE COMPANY FOUNTAIN SERVICE Tobacco Candy MYERS HARDWARE COMPANY Lexington, Virginia Phone 72 W. B. HARRISON CO. Lexington, Virginia FUNERAL DIRECTORS AND AMBULANCE SERVICE Funeral Chapel GROSSMANS Phone 7 Lexington, Virginia WEARING APPAREL For Women and Misses If It’s New We Have It V - ef 54 ft ADAIR-HUTTON, INC. 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FOLTZ SON GENERAL INSURANCE and The Lexington Agency of The Life Insurance Company of Virginia 122 South Main Street Phones 906 and 524 There’s a FORD in Your Future at BLUERIDGE MOTORS Lexington s Friendly Ford Dealer Phone 139 Compliments of ROCKBRIDGE LAUNDRY AND CLEANERS Phone 185 HIGGINS IRVINE Lumber and Builders’ Supplies Phone 439 Lexington, Virginia JV e Service All Makes of CARS AND TRUCKS OLDSMOBILE SALES AND SERVICE W recker Service WOODY CHEVROLET SALES SPENCER GENERAL TIRE CO. Guaranteed NEW AND USED TIRES Kraft System RECAPPING AND VULCANIZING Road Service Truck and Passenger Tires Phone 704 Lexington, Virginia 4 58 Compliments VARNER POLE of FUNERAL DIRECTORS AND CLOVER CREAMERY AMBULANCE SERVICE CO., Inc. - Makers of We Have a Complete Line of Furniture CLOVER BRAND ICE CREAM Main Street Lexington, Va. TOLLEY S TOGGERY R. L. HESS BROTHER Jewelers The Shop for the Collegiate High School Boys Catering to Their Every Wish Silver — China — Glass 1 1 1 West Nelson Street Lexington, Virginia BULOVA, ELGIN AND LONGINES WATCHES JOE C. SHANER FLORIST Flowers for All Occasions When You Want the FINEST CLOTHING See EARL N. LEVITT Lexington, Virginia Phones 203 — 723 Lexington, Virginia 5 { 59 j 3 «- J. ED DEAVER SONS CLOTHIERS AND FURNISHERS The Store for the Young Man and The Man Who Wants to Stay Young OUR SPECIALTY :: STUDENT APPAREL Phone 25 M. S. McCOY GROCERY AND MEAT DEPARTMENT T Fruits and Vegetables — Quality Fresh Meats Old Virginia Cured Hams Our Specialty ▼ LEXINGTON, VIRGINIA Compliments of HARPER AND AGNOR WAYLANDS DRUG STORE Lexington, Virginia For Your PRESCRIPTIONS COSMETICS PERFUMES KODAK FILMS and SUPPLIES Phone 94 We Fill Prescriptions” TURNER’S for all your TOILETRIES, COSMETICS AND CANDIES Phone 797 Call Us for Sports Results ARTHUR SILVER Clothiers — Furnishings Hotel Robert E. Lee Building Lexington, Virginia NATIONAL WHOLESALE COMPANY Wholesale Groceries Try One of McCoy’s Old Virginia Hams 15 Vi S. Jefferson Street GOOD LUCK CLASS OF ’5 1 THE ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY NEWS -•§{ 61 p WARNER BROTHERS STATE THEATRE Showing the Better Pictures UNIVERSITY MARKET EWING’S STUDIO MEATS AND Makes GROCERIES CRYSTAL 4 PORTRAITS Phone 98 Delivery Service GUARANTEED DURHAM’S RADIO SERVICE ESSO SERVICE Open All Night All Makes Road Service RADIO HOSPITAL Phone 595 Lexington Phone 684 Lexington, Virginia 62 )§s H ring Your Printing and Sngraving Problems to Stone If you need - ' Business and Professional Cards Stationery Calendars Booklets College Annuals Theatre Programs Advertising Folders Social Stationery Visiting Cards Engraved Wedding Invitations or Announcements Our trained personnel will welcome an opportunity to serve you. Our more than sixty years of experience in the production of fine printing are at your disposal. “ SINCE 1883” The Stone Printing and Manufacturing Company 116-132 North Jefferson Street • Dial 6688 • Roanoke, Virginia Acknowledgment We, the Crystal Staff of 1951, wish to thank all those who have helped in any way to make this annual possible. To Mr. Thompson, for his ever-ready advice; to Miss Morrison and Mrs. Law, for their helpful suggestions and corrections; to the student body, for its support, we express our gratitude. ROCKBRIDGE REGIONAL LIBRARY 1S8 South Main Street Lexington, VA 24450-23 J6 ■ 1 - 540 - 4-3 4324 -OCT 2 7 2005 1