Lexington High School - Crystal Yearbook (Lexington, VA)

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MARY VIRGINIA RITCHEY Mary Glee Club 1, 3; Library 1, 2, 3, 4, Secretary 3, 4. Mary, Mary, quite contrary . . . Wait, that can ' t be our Mary because she ' s such a friendly, easy-going girl with never a frown on her face . First known as one of the Ritchey Twins , Mary lost no time in winning her niche at L. H. S. and in the hearts of her classmates by being willing, dependable, and a good student. Although Mary may go to Longwood next year , if you want to know her real plans, take a look at her left hand, third finger. Bon voyage, Mary! i MYRNA LOUISE RITCHEY Myrna Library Club 1, 2, 4, Treasurer 4; Glee Club 1, 3; Scarletter Staff 3. Did someone say they were looking for a real cute and friendly girl to brighten their day? Well, Myrna istheanswer. Whether she ' s doing hersix pages of shorthand, being the Library Club ' sable treasurer, or singing the V. M. I. Spirit , you can be sure Myrna isdoing it wholeheartedly . L. H. 5. will miss you, Myrna, but Longwood Col lege wil I gain a wonderful asset . Whether you decide to major in Physical Educa- tion or in Business, with your determination you will surely succeed. DORA MAE ROBINSON D. M. Robin Robbie Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Mikado 2, I ibrarian 2, president 3; Library Club 1, 2; Latin Clubl, 2; Scarletter Staff 1; HonorCourt 1 , 4, Vice-president 4; Secretary-Treasurer of class 1; Vice-president of class 3; Hall of Fame 3, 4. If you think you have troubles, you will surely be mistaken about your own when you hearof some of the predicaments that our Dora Mae gets herself in. If we didn ' t have this swell gal around here winning all with that smile of hers we surely would be lost. All good things must come to an end , and we must lose Robin to the great college life at Longwood. Best of luck to one who really deserves it. ROBERTA SEN SABA UGH Bobbie Rob Library Club 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; F. H. A. 4. Hear that laughter from a group of kids down the hall? You can bet your bottom dol lar that Roberta has just told one of her jokes . This little, black-haired girl is one of Miss Penick ' s best members of the Glee Club, since she has a beautiful soprano voice . Although she isa friendof al I the boys, there ' sa special boy who holds a place in her heart, whom we all know by the name of Boo . Well, Bobbie, we hate to see you go, but we know you ' ll succeed in anything you undertake. - 12 -

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i CHARLES MARVIN MUTISPAUGH Montgomery Mute Herb Library Club 1 , 2; Football 1 , 2, 3; Basketball 1 , 2, 3; Mechanics Club 3; Crafts Club 4; Monogram Club 3, 4; Glee Club 1 . Someone may ask, Who is that tall dark-haired boy going down the hall? It is none other than our Montgomery . Wherever you see a group of boys you can bet Herb is in the middle of them . Charles has made a name for himself at L. H. S especial ly on the basketbal I courtand footbal I field . After graduating he plans to go to V . P. I. and major in Industrial Arts of Forestry. To a swell fellow we say best of luck in all your future undertakings. REESE NICELY Hogjaw Library Club 1 , 2; Footbal I 1 , 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Crafts Club 3, 4. Around hunting season if you hear a penetrating shout, Wanta go huntin ' Satur- day? , you know that Squeeze Box is in the crowd. Although sports have been primary to Reese, he has still managed his class work. In his humorous, joking way Reese has made friends of everyone he meets. To one great guy, we wish all the luck in the world . RALPH JENNINGS ORDEL Orf GleeClub 1, 3, Mikado 3; Basketball 1,2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 3, 4; Monogram Club 3, 4; Mechanics Club 4; Football 2, 3, 4. We have seen many tall boys in our life but Orf just is the tallest. He has made himself a real name at L. H. S. by being a great baseball and basketball player as well as one of the best football players ever to come to L. H. S. Looking for an all around guy, then Orf is your man as he ' s always smiling and is always cracking jokes. Ralph will always be rememberedas beinga great sport in everything he under- took to do. Good luck to a swell guy. RONALD HERMAN ORDEL Ronnie Ronnie J GleeClub 1, 2; Football 1, 2, 3; Library Club 1; Crafts Club 3, 4; Monogram Club 3, 4. Besides having a reputation of being dependable, Ronnie is very wel I -known as beingquitea popular guy. He is always in the midst of boys with the usual beam on his face and mischievous look in his eyes. Don ' t fool yourself, either, Ronnie gets around with the girls, too. Just ask any of ' em. So, Ronnie, keep your good dis- position and winning personality, and we ' ll always look for you on top. - 11 -

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JOANN VERNER SHIELDS Jo Glee Club 1, 2; Library Club 1, 2; Scarletter Staff 2; F. H. A. 3, 4, Reporter 4, Hockey 2, 3, 4. If you see a crowd of girls sitting around, you can bet your last dollar that Jo is in the midst of them. Always ready to lend a helping hand or to make suggestions toavoid homework are typical characterictics of Jo . Yet, L. H. S. will certainly miss this sweet Mil old girl who has won many a heart here at ye ole school . We all wish her the best of everything in her future. MAXWELL C. SPENCER Bus Buster Glee Club 1, 2, Secretary-Treasurer 2; Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Co-captain 4; Basket- ball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 1, 2; Mechanics Club 3, President 3; Crafts Club 4; Hall of Fame 4. Extral Extral Read all about it! Bus, the hero of L. H. S. ' s football team has scored another victory . Yes, Buster is admired by both young and old because of his fine sportsmanship, humorous personality, and friendliness. There ' s never a dull mo- ment in any crowd when Bus is in its midst. We don ' t know what plans you have forthe future, but we of L. H. S. are behind rootin ' for you as we know you ' ll gain yardage toward a successful goal. ELIZABETH CARRIE STRAUB Betty Pedles Forensic Club 1; Latin Club 1, 2; Science Club 1, 2, 3, 4, President 4; Library Club 1,2; Glee Club 3; F . H . A . 4; Crystal Staff 4 . The pride of the class of ' 53! Yes, that ' s our Betty. Although Betty seems quiet and reserved, she ' s quite alive when you learn to know her. Her pleasant smile and cheerful manner has brightened the day for many a person, and you ' re always sure Betty is a part of any activity that is going on. To one who is a friend to pupils and teachers alike, we wish the best always. TED ALEXANDER WHITESIDE Ted Whitehead Library Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Honor Court 4. Known as a fellow who will complete anything he undertakes, Ted has become a friend of everyone during his stay at L. H. S. Whether working in an electrician ' s shop, sitting in Miss Hamilton ' s Engl ish class or Mr. Thompson ' s Physics class, Ted always managed to hoi da firm standing. Here ' s to our one and only Whitehead the best of luck always. - 13 -