Mathews High School - Clipper Yearbook (Mathews, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1965 volume:

MATHEWS HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY THE 1965 CLIPPER Mathews High School Mathews, Virginia A school for all seasons. Editor -- Dana Foster Business Manager -- Mary L. Hudgins Sponsor -- Mrs. Everett Trusch Table of Contents Fall 3 Winter 34 Spring 58 HCTrlS HIGH SfNOOt - SCHOOL Mathews High School for the first time -- 8th. graders come hopefully and enter happily (?) at the front door -- prodded by upperclassmen. Hopping off the old familiar school bus onto the familiar old campus of Mathews High, we find ourselves again seek¬ ing knowledge. Fall is fun. The here-we-go-again at¬ mosphere of Fall is exciting each new school year. Autumn Days are never idle. They are filled with learning processes, Football, Togetherness, Marching Bands, Football Queens, Togetherness, anticipation Sportsmanship and Togetherness . 2 MATHEWS library high school FALL Here come the Eighth Graders, new shy (?) eager to belong. Here being shown the way by the Senior upper crust -- Little Brothers and Little Sisters being helped to become by sophisticated upperclassmen. Where is Room 5? Right here, responds Katherine. -- Let ' s get you weighed and measured up, says Howard. I ' ll help you check your schedule, states Mildred and Barbara. In this school, everyone goes round and round, ad¬ vises all you meet. Follow the leader to class, the teachers are friendly - - and so this Fall begins -- September, 1964. I ' ll help you check your schedule, state Mildred and Barbara. Where is Room 5? Right Here, responds Katherine. Let ' s get you weighed and measured. MATHEWS HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY 3 In this school, everybody goes round and round. Mr. H. K. Brown, Principal. Our Principal — A Man of All Seasons We are grateful for his devotion to our purpose and welfare throughout our high school years. We are grateful for the patience he has displayed while striving to con¬ vey some of his vast knowledge to us. We are grateful for the principles with which he has inspired us. His name is spoken with pride and affection by teachers and pupils. He is on the job four seasons a year. 4 Above: Mrs. R. H. Callis, Secretary. A secretary must type morning bulletins, prepare absentee lists, answer the phone, order supplies, type letters, collect insurance, and one hundred other tilings. She must be able to remain calm, have a smiling face and our Miss Callis answers all of these qualifications and then some Above: Mr. D. D. Forrest, Superintendent of Schools --a fine school administrator -- These words characterize him -- You know where he stands -- A completely dedicated person -- He goes beyond the second mile -- He knows how and where to carry the ball -- He is a man of action and progress. The Heart of our School Our ability to take our place in today ' s rapidly changing world and make our contribution as useful and intelligent citizens hinges not only upon our own efforts, but also upon the curriculum itself. The School Board, the Super¬ intendent, the Administra¬ tion, and the Faculty of Mathews High School has constantly striven to im¬ prove and enrich our school in every way. The Heart of our school is the office. From this vital spot comes direction and activity four seasons a year. Below: Diligent, Dedicated, Sincere --a really good teacher. -- He gives his best each day, expecting and receiving it in turn. -- a re¬ spected educator, Mr. Bernard Tatterson, Assistant Principal. Mrs. M. B. Brown B.S. Longwood College History, English, 9th Grade Sponsor. Miss Nellie Callis William and Mary Col¬ lege English, Guidance, Senior Sponsor. Mr. Harry ' Clements B.S. , V.P.I. Agriculture, Shop, S af ety P atrol, F. F. A. Mr. Frank Crittenden William and Mary Col¬ lege Shop, Mechanical Draw¬ ing, Safety Patrol. Rescuers, Reformers, Faculty Mrs. Hudson Crockett B.S. Radford College Math, Junior Sponsor. Mrs. Jasper Dixon B.A. Westhampton Col lege History, French, Sopho more Sponsor, French Club, Beta Club. Mrs. Crockett hard at work teaching 8th Graders to add, subtract, divide and multi - ply. Mrs. Allen Foster B.A. Madison College Home Economics, Sopho¬ more Sponsor, F.H.A., F.T. A. Mr. Melvin Fry B.S. Salem College Science, Geography, Track, J.V. Basketball, Line Coach, Football. Mrs. Melvin Fry 8th Grade Sponsor B.A. Salem College English, School paper. Mrs. Clayton Hammond B.S. Longwood College 8th Grade Sponsor Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Science Club, Dramatics Club. Mrs. Ray Hudgins B.S. Longwood College History, English, Fresh¬ man Sponsor, F.T.A., Tri-Hi-Y. Mrs. Sarah Lewis Longwood College Latin, English, Junior Sponsor, Latin Club, Tri-Hi-Y. Mrs. Moughon, Mrs. White and Mrs. Sadler enjoy some little joke at lunchtime -- to the amusement of the photographer. Mrs. Allen Moughon Salem College Physical Education, Typewriting, Coach, Girls ' Athletics, Cheer¬ leaders, Sports Class. Mr. Allen Moughon Salem College Physical Education, Driver Education, Head Coach, Boys ' Athletics, Football, Basketball, Baseball. Mind Extenders M.H.S. Mrs. Richard Sadler B.A. Mary Washington College Senior Sponsor, History, Government, Guidance, S.C. A. Mr. August Sieben New York School of Music Band. Commander William Thompson U.S. Naval Academy B.S. Machine Engineering Math, (10th Grade Sponsor) Radio Club. jf ' M Mr. Bernard Tatterson B.S. Randolph Macon College Math. Mrs. Everett Trusch B.S. Mary Washington College Business, Yearbook, Junior Sponsor. Mrs. Aubrey White B.S. Madison College Library, Science, English, Forensic, Coach, 9th grade Sponsor. J Competent Instructor Ope Left: The Library with its rows and rows of books provides a nice place to study and do research. Here some seekers after knowledge slave away -- Center: Refresher Math, no crip course, is taught by tire principal, no less. Below: Sometimes Literature can be entertain¬ ing too. Mrs. Fry and Rita think so. Always Learning Below: Jack is lost in a book, so to speak -- Below: Arts and Crafts Class provided a good means of self ex¬ pression and creativity. 8 yhe Gateway to Knowledge 7)1 J4. A - ‘ i Above: In this age of science, Lewis and Robert find lab work interesting. Above: Economics Class studies the financial page of the paper prior to investing their money in stocks. Below: The world is round and some¬ times full of trouble --at least it seems so to this class trying to learn more about it under the guidance of Mr. Fry. Right Bottom: Mrs. White, Librarian, assists a student at the card catalogue. Below: Now is the time for all good men to come to the aid of the party. Fourth period typewriting class warms up for a typical period. 9 For Knowledge is The Key Left: Driver Education is a popular subject, especially when it involves a new ' 65 chevy. Below: Mrs. Miller gives piano les¬ sons, sometimes amid great to do, on the stage at our school. Left Center: Physical Fitness is a very definite part of our school program -- A typical gym period at M.H.S. Above: Vocation skills are emphasized here -- Weld¬ ing is taught in our well equipped shop under com¬ petent instruction. Left: Girls too, (8th Graders) get introduced to shop work. They seem to enjoy it. 10 To A Better Tomorrow Right Center: Map studies are much in evidence as students learn more about tire location of places in this big round world -- Bottom Right: Girls and boys work together in in¬ dustrial arts class -- self expression is realized in many ways. Below: Always we are interested in building fine bodies to keep ourselves in good shape both phys¬ ically and mentally -- Gym classes are fun as well! Right: Mechanical Drawing Class offers challenges to many of our students -- draw a better plan or a precision scale Below: Mrs. Brown has a mobile li¬ brary and her students select books for outside social studies reading. 11 THE CL A SS OF 1965 Senior Class Officers: Genie Richardson, Historian; Lenny Adams, Chaplain; Judy Hugate, Reporter; Wendy Hall, Treasurer; Ellen Wade Cray, Secretary; Larry Cannon, President; Lois Garrison, Vice President. Noble Seniors Seniors --a word which brings us mixed emotions and a deep sense of pride. It seems hardly possible that we have reached the final step in our high school years. Now we are confronted with the question of what to do with our lives. We are the older students -- the leaders of Mathews High School. We set the example for the underclassmen. We will always remember the high lights of our year, the moments when our class worked together as a whole, the pep rallies, the Xmas play, May Day and finally Commencement. We have become more mature human beings and we will pledge to become worthy citizens in the interest of a better world. 12 Our Future Leaders Barbara Jean Ambrose Russell Eugene Armistead, Jr. William Howard Armistead Richard David Armistead Miss Nellie aids a Senior, Linda Bing, in the Guidance Department. Lenny Adams Granville Ashberry Joseph Clarence Ashberry Mary Linda Bing Louis Gary Broughman Robert Shelton Brown Ronald Lee Brown Raymond L. Busic 13 Going Forward to Seek Jay D. Cade Richard Eugene Callis John Larry Cannon Rita Alice Cannon Tommy Chestnut Leslie Croxton Ellen Wade Cray Charles Albert Davidson, Jr. Robert Walter Diggs, Jr. Ronald Wayne Callis Mrs. Sadler congratulates Russell, Jr. on being selected Most Generally Excellent Senior. Edward Norman Collie Colanne Diggs Dinwiddie 14 A Place in Society MATHEWS HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY Carol Wicky Dixon Goldie Lee Forrest Dana Kaye Foster Dorothy Allen Foster All Seniors have to study (some) and Jay hits the books in preparation for mid term exams. William Gordon Godsey Wendy Stuart Hall Ruth Lois Garrison Robert Charles Gayle Michael William Beverley Gordon Gayle Gibson Mary Ellen Haywood Ellen Suzanne Hinton 15 Looking to the Future Marjorie Diane Hornburger Elizabeth Lewis Hudgins Katherine Gwen Hudgins Marlene Hudgins Mary Linda Hudgins Patrician Lee Hudgins Wilson Guy Hudgins, Jr. Mildred Lorraine Hudgins Always typing something for the Class or somebody, Ellen Wade and Diane are busy bodies. John Scott Hyatt Loretta Hope Ingram 16 With Determination and Hope Nancy Gayle Jarvis Helen Edwina Jackson Linda Carol Jordan Nancy Carolyn Mann Arts and Crafts Class gives Seniors a means of self expression. Ervin Lee Morris Judith Ann Owens Carroll Richard Miles Flora Mason Morgan Gerald Wilson Morgan Patricia Sue Morgan Robert Wayne Preston Beverly Jane Phelps 17 For A Better World Eldridge Wayne Rainier Charles Lee Rammell Maria Eugenia Richardson Keith Sadler Ronald C. Sadler Cecil Shaw, Jr. William Shockley Eloise Smith Juanita June Sutton Violet Olivia Pugh Accepting the flag as the winningest class in the pep rally. Lois Garrison accepts for the class. William Lewis Thompson, Jr. Calvin Bryon Thomas 18 THE CL A SS OF 1966 Junior Officers: Lynne Sadler, Treasurer; Lewis Stephens, Secretary; Steve Layton, Vice President; Mary Ann Childress, President; Cindy Brown, Reporter; Linda Diggs, Chaplain. At the beginning of the year, the Juniors have much to look forward to. They learn to work together as a class and begin seriously to think about the future. The selection of rings, plus a successful magazine drive brings much excitement the very first month of the school year. The Prom joins them steadfast in bonds of friendship and interest. They work hard, achieve much and look forward to a big Senior year. 19 Juniors Mary Alice Armistead Beverly Armistead Lynn Ball Jack Billups Diane Bohannon Tommy Bowen Cindy Brown Larry Brownley Betty Lou Callis Paulette Callis Wayne Callis Ruth Ann Cannon Billy Carney Mary Ann Childress Jimmy Coleman Jane Daniels Bobby Davis Linda Diggs Phyllis Edwards Fleet Foster Mary Ann Gibson Earl Grinnell, Jr. Dianne Gwynn Roz Hammond Jerry Howlett Juniors Accept New Responsibility Pearl Hodges Dalton Hudgins Don Ray Hudgins Janice Hudgins Jeannie Hudgins Robert R. Hudgins Ronnie Hudgins Sharon Hudgins Wayne Hudgins Wendy Hudgins Michael Hutson Sara Ellen Hutson Earl Jordon Steve Layton Leon Leigh 20 Juniors Galen Lemmon Wayne Lewis Lorraine Matthews Penny McAllister Junior Mickelborough Wendell Minor Sandra Mitchem Eddie Morgan Paulette Morgan Becky Nelson David Owens Pat Pisarsky John Reeves P.oberta Respess Lynne Sadler Nancy Soles Robert Lynn Soles Lewis Stephens Rita Smith Johnny Thomas Paul Townsend Wallace Twigg, Jr. Billy Walker Allen T. Ward Vickie White Above: The 100 and Over Club -- These Juniors sold $100 worth of magazines and some far over -- Mary A. Childress led with over $200. Right: Lorraine, Sara Ellen and Mary Anne bundle up to deliver the Junior Xmas Basket to a needy family. Sophomores ■ ■ ft PHI 8 1! 1 fttHlwl ■. 11 i , wra|g IsICiBVl ' ■ -■•illl jigBji •BeJ f 5 Jr yjyp ' ■. rk W Jfc 11 H [ ' B -- In SK ' fjffl HP 1 ■■ SMI yi r BHaiHt Wm: BHi ; jI if fL j Sophomore Officers: Gail Sutton, Reporter; Alice Cherry, President; Linda Callis, Vice- President; Joanne Duke, Bunny Hornberger, Chaplain; Arlene Hudgins, Secretary; Sue Hutson, Treas. Judy Armistead Jay Ashberry Richard Ashberry Nelson Buchannon Claudius Brown Margie Ann Brown Ronald Burroughs Becky Busic Linda Callis Thomas Callis R. V. Carmean Alice Cherry Judy Clarke Shirley Daniel David Diggs Kathy Diggs Mary K. Diggs Robert Diggs Frank Dixon Allen Downs Joanne Duke Sheldon Everding Janis Forrest Theron Flannery Dale Garrett Skipper Garrison Dimity Gaye Kathy German Becky Williams 22 Rose Gibson Norma Haislip Kay Hastings Jackie Harlow Eileen Hernandez Bunny Hornberger Arlene Hudgins William Hudgins Charles Hudgins Jane Hudgins Jimmy Hudgins Lillie Belle Hudgins Patricia Hudgins Rosemary Hudgins Cornell Hudgins Sylvia Hudgins Robert Hughes Andrea Hunley Ray Hundley Cynthia Hurst Sue Hutson Pal Jackson Bucky Jarvis Mary Frances Jones Nat Joyner Fred Kensler Barbara Kimmell Jeannie Koblyinski We Sophomores Are Workers David Love Carolyn Marks Linda Maxey Robbie McClanahan Sheryl Millen Jerry Morgan Richard Owens Debbie Pisarsky John Price William Raines Ronnie Ray Trimier Richardson George Ripley William Sadler Linda Ruth Sadler David Shaw Linda Carole Smith Nelson Smith Danny Soles Charles South Marilee Staib Gail Sutton Norman Sutton Cathy Turner Joe L. Ward Arnold White Charles White 23 Officers: Shirley Williams, Chaplain; Edward Ripley, Treasurer; Willis Ann Hudgins, Historian; Ross Lewis, Reporter; Betty Jane Eriksen, Secretary; Homer Sakellarjos, President; Charles Richardson, Parliamentarian. Freshmen — Bouncing Happily Beverly Brigman Terry Brooks Wade Brooks Rachel Cannon Tommy Childress Bucky Cooke Jimmy Curfman Bobby Edwards Sammy Edwards Betty Jane Eriksen Edgar Adams Thomas Lee Armistead Paul Bing Jean Garrett Jimmy Garrett Edith Gibson Kerry Hall Robert Veron Hall 24 Elaine Haywood Renee Hodges Jane Howlett Gregory Hubbard Joe Hudgins Dorenda Hudgins Ricky Hudgins Robert Allen Hudgins Waverly Hudgins Willis Ann Hudgins Wendall Hugate Dickie Hurst Ray Hunley John Hutson David Jones Brenda Kanary Darwin Lewis Ross Lewis Pepper Love Elizabeth Maxwell Ann Meritt Brenda Miller Wendall Mitchem Joyce Miles Along — Growing in Stature and Importance Ronny Mitchem Chase Morgan Gloria Morgan Wayne Morgan Edward Oliver John Owens Joyce Faye Owens Betty Pierce Bill Phillups Steve Hudgins Danny Pleva Terry Putt Sonny Richardson Edward Ripley Dinah Sadler George Sakellarious Karen Shawn Barry Small Helen Lee Smith Linda Snow Helen Thacker Katie Thompson Shirley Williams James Wadell 25 8th Graders — Noisy, Michael Adams Ralph Glen Armistead Robert Ambrose Louis Ball Brenda Belvin Betty Billups Helen Bing Roland Bowman Billy Brown Gloria Brown Faye Callis James A. Callis, Jr. Maggie Callis Joan Callis John Lee Callis Officers: Maggie Callis, Secretary; J. C Hudgins, Historian; Rosie Richardson, Treasurer; Jackie Sutton, President; Gloria Brown, Vice President; John Lee Callis, Reporter. Leonard Callis Marvin Carmean Jackie Carney Dale Crewe Bob Croxton Alice Daniel Sherwood Daniel Dabney Deagle Don Diggs 26 Talkative and Nice James Diggs Suzanne Edwards Susan Fitchctt Jimmy French Johnny Handy Ed Harlow Gene Haywood William N. Haywood Roy Hearn Richard Howell Beatrice Hudgins Cindy Hudgins C. K. Hudgins Deena Hudgins Debbie Hudgins Hudson Hudgins, Jr. Debbie Hunley Connie Hurst Richard Kimmell Kew Lewis Finda Fewis Teddy Lewis Heather McClannahan Marguete Maxwell Ronny Miles Richard Morgan Dickie Owens Stanford Owens, Jr. Stanley Payne, III Margaret Pugh Paul Pugh Debbie Phillips Fynn Rammell Betty Regensberg Burley Fee Repress Rosie Richardson Brenda Ripley Wayne Ripley Becky Robins Jimmy Robbins David Roane Farry Robbins Michael Rowe Patsy Saunders Homer Smith Marshall Smith Rochelle Soles Jackie Sutton Elizabeth Walker Jamie White Bruce Wydell 27 Function Above: Office Assistants, Loretta Ingram, Linda Jordan, Dianne Horn- burger, Judy Hug ate, Violet Pugh, Ellen Wade Cray, Marlene Hudgins, Mrs. Callis, Mary Linda Hudgins. Above: Keeping the P. A. system in working order -- Wade Brooks and Thomas Armistead. They Make School Life More Pleasant For Us All! Left: Bus Drivers and Maintenance Vernon Femald, Mike Gibson, Bobby Gayle, Wayne Preston, Larry Cannon, William Cooke. SEATED: Cecil Shaw, Scottie Hyatt. Below: Lunchroom Helping hands, Dianne Forrest, Mary Haywood, and Darwin Lewis. Below: 8th. graders remove bleachers and prepare to set up auditorium. Functionaries Above -- Safety Patrol -- 1st ROW: Jimmy Garrett, Marilee Staib, Elaine Haywood, Suzanne Hinton, Marlene Hudgins, Violet Pugh, Brenda Miller, Kathy Diggs, Mr. Crittenden, Tommy Childress, Kathy Turner, Shirley Daniels, Mary F. Jones, Sam Edwards, Bob Edwards, Patsy Saunders, Penny McAllister, Linda Diggs, Fred Ken- sler, R. Ashberry, James Diggs, Wendy Hall, Sharon Hudgins. Human comforts, fringe benefits and a more pleasant life are provided for us by these un¬ sung heroes. -- Cooks, bus drivers, custodians, office assistants, cafeteria workers, safety patrol and all. Because of their diligent work, the whole school system runs more smoothly and comfortably. Right: Lunchroom folk certainly are popular from 11:45 to 1:15. Below: William Coooke collects all little treasures that we drop here and there. Below: Mrs. Mitchem could not do without her cashiers -- Ellen Wade, Violet, Tommy and Violet. 29 Above: Trimmie Richardson; Ross Lewis, Keith Sadler, Howard Armistead, Sonny Richardson, George Homer Sakallarious, Charles Davidson, Chase Morgan, Wallace Twigg, Bucky Jarvis, Michael Hudson, Richard Armistead, Cecil Shaw, Jerry Howlett, Russell Armistead, Waverly Hudgins, Dale Garrett, Eddie Morgan, Bill Thompson, Jerry Morgan, Tommy Chestnutt, Richard Callis John Price, Terry Putt, Norman Dinwiddie, Lenny Adams, Bobby Brown, J. C. Ashberry, Fleet Foster, Thomas Callis, Richard Miles. Below: Mr. Everything -- Howard Armistead, leading scorer in District E -- Fleet of foot -- all round outstanding player is congratulated and appreciated by Coaches Moughon and Fry. Football Co-Champs The Mathews Blue Devils rolled to their third straight District E football championship this year. The District record was blemished only by a 0-0 tie with New Kent. The Devils were paced by the District leading scorer, Howard Armistead, who compiled 93 points. The Devils also placed five boys on the Dream 11. They were Howard Armistead, Halfback, J. S. Ashberry, Center, Wallace Twigg, Jr., Tackle, Keith Sad¬ ler, Guard, and Norman Din¬ widdie, Quarterback. The season was climaxed by a 32-13 victory over arch-rival Gloucester. Coach Moughon and Coach Fry turned in a fine coaching job and all hands earned a beauti¬ ful trophy. If ' . . Right: Keeping up spirit at all times were our ever faithful Cheerleaders -- KNEELING: Suzanne Hinton, Wicky Dixon, Gayle Jarvis -- BACK: Arlene Hudgins, Judy Hug ate, Mary Alice Armistead. Ill V MATHEWS HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY Below: Russell Jr. gets loving care from Coach Moughon and Cheerleaders -- This makes the pain bearable -- Right: Six Senior boys who turned in steady per¬ formances in each game -- KNEELING: Richard Armistead, Tommy Chestnutt, Charles Davidson. STANDING: Richard Miles, William (Bill) Thomp¬ son and Bobb y Brown. Below: Members of the Dream Team -- the all District players and Mathews placed Five -- Howard Armi¬ stead, Halfback; J. C. Ashberry, Center; Norman Dinwiddie, Quarterback; Wallace Twigg, Jr. , Tackle; and Keith Sadler, Guard. Football Fun And Frolic — Each year with the completion of Football sea¬ son, each student eagerly awaits the football dance. Nominated by the team and elected by the student body, four princesses and Queen were chosen. Against a background of Blue and Gold, Miss Suzanne Hinton was crowned with Prin¬ cesses Judy Hugate, Flora Morgan, June Sutton and Arlene Hudgins in atten¬ dance. Also included in the Frolic and Fun was the Powder Puff Game -- this year a scoreless tie with determined Junior girls versus determined Senior Girls -- A lovely Queen, Miss Keith Sadler and an equally brilliant Court were presented and crowned at half time. Above: Lenny, Cecil, Bill and Princesses June, Judy, Flora and Arlene look on as Co-Captain Keith Sadler kisses newly elected Queen Suzanne. Left: Junior Cheerleaders, Steve, Jack, Wayne and Johnny hoist L. B. Cannon Junior Mascot for the Powder Puff Game. Center: Chosen for the Football Dance: Arlene, Judy, Queen Suzanne, Flora, June. Bottom Left: Bevy of Beauties -- The Powder Puff Court -- Miss Donna Hudgins, Miss Bobbet Brown, Miss Michelle Hutson, Queenie Keith, Miss Joanna O. Ashberry and Miss WiLhemenia Walker, with Principal H. K. Brown. Right: Coach Moughon diagrams a few plays for Jimmy Hudgins, Jerry Morgan and Dale Garrett -- all future stars -- Below: Senior Co-Captains Mildred Hud¬ gins and Eddie Jackson shake for good luck prior to kickoff in the Powder Puff Game. J. V.s Turn in Good Record The Baby Devil Football Team finished tire season witlia 1-1-1 record. The team defeated Gloucester, tied Gloucester and lost to York Academy Varsity. The team was led by tire fine running of Bucky Jarvis, Jerry Mor¬ gan and tire fine work of Charles Hudgins. The team displayed great potential and will help next year, when they advance to Varsity grid wars. Below: George Homer Sakallarious, Steve Hudgins, Allen Downs, Cornell Hudgins, Joseph Ward, John Hudson, Sonny Richardson, Trimmie Richardson, Bucky Jarvis, Jerry Morgan, Dale Garrett, Pepper Love, Roy Hearn, Richard Morgan, Norman Sutton, Teddy Earl Lewis, John Price, George Ripley, Jr. , Ross Lewis, David Shaw, Bill Phillips, Ed. Ripley, Wendell Mitchem, Waverly Hudgins. WINTER I 1 The Fall leaves blow away and the winter comes with a blanket of snow. The snow offered many good things to alert students - -a change of scenery, an excuse for being late to class, and a good reason for buying boots. Most of all, and best of all, it gave an unexpected vacation from classes, but later we groaned with three Saturdays of school. The winter months were scattered with interesting assemblies and activities. When winter activities are considered, Basketball cannot be overlooked. Our teams provided many thrilling moments. All in All, we had a happy, memorable and productive winter. 34 { — imatlL. rr cc 7)1 JV- A The “Jolly” Xmas Season Arrives (A Below: The Shepherds rest after their long journey, right in front of Mr. Brown ' s Office door -- Bobby, Howard and Richard -- m N Below: A section of the Christmas Chorus await with lighted candles -- Mary Ellen, Barbara, Goldie and Linda. Above: Beautifully portrayed, Mary and the ange ls in the Senior Xmas Play -- Marlene, Debbie, Beverly and Sue. Right: Beverley and Michael rest beside the S.C. A. Xmas tree -- (minus mistletoe) -- This large tree is decorated and enjoyed by the student body. Below: Each Homeroom decorated its door for the Jolly Season . . . Betsy admires this one with a gayly lighted wreath. S.C.A. Busy As A Bee! Richard Armistead, President of the S. C. A. Mr. H. K. Brown, Sponsor Mrs. Richard Sadler, Sponsor Janice Hudgins, Vice-President June Sutton, Secretary If a house be divided against itself, that house cannot stand. The adhere- ing agent of M. H. S. , is the Student Co-Operative Association. The S. C. A. directs the student body in all its endeavors. The council, composed of five student officers, the principal and sponsor, and representatives from each club, class and organization meet bi-weekly to discuss problems, activities and their solutions. This year the S. C. A. has been busy, busy, busy with these programs and activities. We accomplished the following: 1. Awarded a scholarship to a senior who planned to attend an institution of of higher learning -- 2. Conducted a class on parliamentary procedure. 3. Worked with the Athletic Department and obtained seasonal passes for the parents of participating athletes of each sport. 4. Assisted in carrying on needed welfare and community projects. 5. Made recreation centers more enjoyable. 6. Made students feel more a part of their S.C.A. 7. Continued to promote good sportsmanship at all home and away games. We feel we have had a very successful year and have enriched student life in many ways. Russell Armistead, Jr. Treasurer Lenny Adams, Reporter 36 - ■UKai Above: Richard Armistead, President address the school on the P. A. system prior to Pep Rally. Below: Arnold White and Flora Morgan shown playing checkers during a recreation center. Above: Ross Lewis, is shown saying grace during lunch period; one of the projects of S. C. A. Below: FRONT ROW: Sue Hutson, Helen Bing, Sue Morgan, Marlene Hudgins, Dottie Foster, Gayle Jarvis, Mary Linda Hudgins, Ann Meritt, Rita Cannon, Flora Morgan, Jeannie Hudgins, Dana Foster. BACK ROW: Genie Richardson, Gayle Sutton, Linda Smith, Mary A. Armistead, Wendy Hall, Johnny Thomas, Galen Lemmon, Robert Soles, Jerry Howlett, Arnold White, Gary Broughman, and Ross Lewis. Library Club Above -- Officers SEATED: Pat Hudgins, President; Janice Hudgins, Sec. STANDING: Judy Owens, Reporter; Linda Bing, Typist; Diane Homberger, Treas.; Jeannie Hudgins, Vice President; absent, Sue Morgan, SCA Representative. As President of the Library Club, I would like to say tliat I have enjoyed working with the members because they have given generously of their time and efforts. We have remembered the teachers on such oc¬ casions as Teacher Appreciation Week, Valentines Day, and Easter with gifts of love. Profits from our annual movie project went to help the school Forensic Teams. We have tried this year more than ever to assist the teachers and students in finding books, maga¬ zine articles, and films. In leaving M. H. S. , I would like to wish all of you the best of luck. Patrica Hudgins Above: Mrs. White and some members discussing plans for bulletin board. Projectionist: Tommy Childress, Thomas L. Armistead, Danny Cade, Charles Davidson, Bill Thompson, Jack Billups, Tommy Chestnutt, Johnny Thomas, Don Ray Hudgins, Micheal Gibson, Chase Morgan, Wade Brooks, and SEATED Lenny Adams. BOTTOM: Wendy Hudgins, Nancy Mann, Colanne Diggs, June Sutton. SECOND ROW: Margie Brown, Beverly Phelps, Judy Armistead, Linda Bing, ELaine Haywood, Carolyn Marks, Linda Diggs. A Dramatics Club Above officers: President, Suzanne Hinton; Vice-Pres. , Bryon Thomas; Secretary, Wendy Hall; S.C.A. Rep. , Gary Broughman; Treasurer, Rita Cannon. Missing Beverly Phelps, Reporter. Above: Rita Cannon, Wicky Dixon, Dottie Foster, Katherine Hudgins, Genie Richardson, June Sutton, Lois Garrison, Beverly Gayle, Wendy Hall, Mary Anne Gibson, Rita Smith, Charles Davidson. The Dramatics Club had a year of great activity. The one act play received top rating at district competition and represented our school with honor at the State Festival. Two one act plays were pre¬ sented to the student body, the P. T. A. and public. Left: Mrs. Hammond demonstrates the fine art of make up as members of the dramatics club look on. Below: SITTING: Rita Smith, Elaine Haywood, Genie Richardson, Gayle Jarvis, Betsy Hudgins, June Sutton, Rosalind Haymond. STANDING: Suzanne Hinton, Bryon Thomas, Gary Broughman, Sheldon Everding, Gail Sutton, Judy Hugate, Dottie Foster. Tri-Hi- Y This club with a membership of 37, carries out its purpose of creating, maintaining and extending high standards of Christian character. Among the numerous activities for this year was the collection of food at Thanksgiving and helping a needy family at Christmas. We sent two club members as dele¬ gates to the Model General Assembly at the Capital in Richmond and six members were sent to Hopewell High School for the fall district meet¬ ing. To raise money we have had a bakesale and a sock hop. Officers -- PRESIDENT, Judy Hugate; VICE PRESIDENT, Vickie Jane White; SECRETARY, Mary A. Armistead; TREASURER, Nancy Mann; Mary Linda Hudgins, S.C.A. REPRESENTATIVE; CHAPLAIN, Rita Smith; REPORTER, Flora Morgan. Right: Delegates to the Model Assembly Roz Hammond Rita Smith Below: MEMBERS -- Gail Jarvis, Mary Linda Hudgins, Elaina Haywood, Wendy Hudgins, Ellen Cray, Wendy Hall, Mary Haywood, Margie A. Brown, Rita Cannon, Betty Pierce, Anne Merrit, Mary Francis Jones, Linda Ruth Sadler, Pearl Hodges, Loretta Ingram, Beverly Armistead, Roz Hammond, Kay Hastings, Colanne Diggs, Katie Thompson, Jean Garrett, Betty Ericksen, Arlena Hudgins, Joyce Miles, Jane Hewlett, Lynn Ball, Dorenda Hudgins, and SPONSORS -- Left: Mrs. Virginia Hudgins, Right: Mrs. Lewis. -- ■ 1 . 1 —. .. The Future Teachers of America is an organization for average and above average stu¬ dents who are intested in the teaching profession. It is afflilated with the National Organization. F. T. A. Week was held from November 16-23. Flowers and apples were given to the teachers and on Friday F.T. A. members taught for a half day. It was very successful. A bake Sale was held to raise money for the Annual Scholar¬ ship, awarded to a deserving Senior who plans to enter tire teaching profession. The F.T. A. members feel that through their hard work and fine sponsors, the club has made a definite contribution to the teaching profession and the school. F.T. A. Officers: Above: SEATED: Bryon Thomas, Flistorian; Mrs. Foster, Sponsor; Mrs. Hudgins, Sponsor; Roz Hammond, President; Nancy Mann, Vice- President. STANDING: Gayle Jarvis, Secretary; Beverley Gayle, Treasurer; Judy Hug ate, Reporter; Genie Hudgins, S.C.A. Rep. Left: Bryon Thomas teaches the Senior Government Class during National Education Week. Below: Members: BOTTOM ROW: Loretta Ingram, Lynn Ball, Mary Jones, Gail Sutton, Sheldon Everding, Cindy Brown, Wickey Dixon. SECOND ROW: Marilee Staib, Cathy Turner, Linda Sadler, Margie Brown, Janice Hudgins, June Sutton, Rita Smith, Wendy Hall. THIRD ROW: Arlene Hudgins, Pearl Hodges, Pat Pisarsky, Betsy Hudgins, Rita Cannon, Mary Linda Hudgins, Mary K. Diggs, Katherine Hudgins, Mildred Hudgins -- absent when picture was taken. Latin Club i Officers above: SEATED: Charles Davidson, President; Lois Garrison, Vice- President; Ellen Wade Cray, Secretary. STANDING: Genie Richardson, Treasurer; Wendy Hall, S.C.A. Representative; and Lynn Ball, Reporter. The Latin Club under the sponsorship of Mrs. Lewis had an enrollment of 41 members. The Club meets every fourth Wednesday. One must plan to take two years of Latin to be eligible for membership. Fif¬ teen students were accepted as new members in April in an initiation ceremony. ROW 1 -- Below Members: Sue Hutson, Kay Hastings, Elaine Haywood, Colanne Diggs, Mrs. Lewis, Sponsor; Howard Armistead, June Sutton, Russell Armistead, Ed Ripley. 2nd ROW: Mary Francis Jones, Wickey Dixon, Roz Hammond, Vickie White, Mary Alice Armistead, Nancy Mann, Rita Smith, Arlene Hudgins, Linda Carol Smith. 3rd ROW: Joe Ward, Marilee Staib, Ann Merritt, Pearl Hodges, Pat Pisarsky, Jerry Howlett, Dottie Foster, Flora Morgan, Norman Dinwiddie. 4th ROW: Jimmy Curfman, Joyce Miles, Jane Howlett, Betty J. Eriksen, Jack Billups, Betsy Hudgins, Gary Broughman, Tommy Chestnutt, Bevery Gayle. Science Club KNEELING: Jack Billups, Charles Davidson, Gary Broughman, Tommy Chestnutt. STANDING: Judy Hugate, Wendy Hall, Rita Smith, Genie Richardson, Dottie Foster, Rita Cannon, Lois Garrison, Russell Armistead, Lynn Ball, Suzanne Hinton, Fleet Foster, Galen Lemmon, Bryon Thomas, Mrs. Hammond, sponsor; Betsy Hud¬ gins, Gail Jarvis, Katherine Hudgins, and June Sutton. The Science Club helps us have a better understanding and appreciation of our physical and biological environment. We took two very interesting field trips this year -- to A. H. Robins Pharmaceutical Company and one to the Medical College of Virginia. We profited greatly from both of these trips. Beta Club An Organization of Honor And Service The Beta Club consists of 23 Seniors who must have maintained a M B average, and must possess the qualities of achievement, character and leadership. The Beta Club of Mathews High School was founded in 1947 and is now a member of the Middle Penninsula Beta Federation. During Christmas Beta members helped the Welfare Department deliver gifts. In March the State Convention was held in Richmond. For the first time we ran a candidate for a State Office. Janice Hudgins was nominated for Secretary. Even though we lost, we were proud of our campaign. The Club presents a scholarship to a deserving Senior in June. Howard Armistead Thomas Chestnutt Colanne Diggs Betsy Hudgins Richard Armistead Rita Cannon Dana Foster Sec. Nancy Mann Russell Armistead Vice President Larry Cannon Dottie Foster Flora Morgan Treas. Gary Broughman Ellen Cray Wency Hall June Sutton Linda Bing Norman Dinwiddie President Mary L. Hudgins Genie Richardson Rep. Ronald Callis Charles Davidson Suzanne Hinton Mrs. Dixon Spon. 44 Radio Club Above: Members: Wade Brooks, Cmdr. Thompson, Sponsor, Joe Hudgins; George Homer Sakellarios, John Reeves, Kerry Hall, Jack Billups, and Edgar Adams. Under the sponsorship of Mr. Moughon and Com¬ mander Thompson the club has tried to create and promote interest in the field of radio and elec¬ tronics . Extra classes after school have been held for those interested in learn¬ ing the International Morse Code, which would make them eligible for a Ham Operators license. Below the officers: Steve Layton, President; Sonny Richardson, Treasurer; Johnny Thomas, Vice-President; and Rita Cannon, Secretary. 45 Anchors A weigh Above: Anchors Aweigh Staff: Pat Pisarsky, Beverly Armistead, Bryon Thomas, Suzanne Hinton, Wallace Twigg, Jack Billups, Lilly Belle Hudgins, Jeannie Hud¬ gins, Mildred Hudgins, Mary Ann Childress, Mary Linda Hudgins, Gayle Jarvis, Beverley Gayle, Sheldon Everd- ing, Judy Armistead, Arlene Hudgins, Mary Katherine Diggs, Mary Alice Armistead, June Sutton, Nancy Mann, Kay Hastings, Sue Hutson, and Loretta Ingram. Editor-in-Chief Dottie Foster Left: Editing copy for the printer are: Pearl Hodges, Wendy Hall, Janice Hudgins, Beverly Phelps, Rosalind Hammond, Norman Dinwiddie, Rita Smith, and Violet Pugh. Below: Editors of Anchors Aweigh are: Business manager, Genie Richardson; Head typist, Judy Hugate; Editor of News Staff, Flora Morgan; Copy Editor, Katherine Hudgins; Girls ' Sports Editor, Betsy Hudgins; Feature Staff editor, Wickey Dixon; Boys ' Sports editor, Larry Cannon. The Anchors Aweigh, under the leadership of our sponsor, Mrs. Fry, has had another suc¬ cessful year. The editors and reporters collected news of school in¬ terest and were able to have four printed copies, a special issue at Christmas and many gossip sheets known as Anchors Aweigh Juniors. The final copy honored the Seniors. The tradition was started a few years ago, and these Senior copies are sold on Senior Day. Mrs. Fry, Sponsor Clipper Staff Dana Foster, Editor Right: Mary Linda Hudgins, Business Manager, and Judy Hugate, Circulation Manager, talk over staff problems with Mrs. Trusch, Clipper sponsor. Below: Howard Armistead, photography editor, snaps a picture of the two sports editors, Norman Dinwiddie and Genie Richard¬ son. Once again, a very hard work¬ ing and efficient staff, has put in hours of work to give you a story in pictures and words. This story is called The Clipper. In this book, is recorded all tire happenings at M. H. S. for the year 1964-1965. It has been a memorable year. We hope this book meets with your approval and will recapture for you the highlights of this year, for years and years and years and years. MATHEWS HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY Above: Hard at work are: Linda Bing, Assistant Literary Editor; Ellen Wade Cray, Literary Editor; Marlene Hud¬ gins, Typist; and Lois Garrison, Art Editor. Future Homemakers The Future Homemakers of America is an organization for girls now taking or who have taken at least one year of Home Econom- ics. This year the F. H. A. consists of 45 members who are promoting good citizenship at home, school, and community. This active or¬ ganization sponsored a Sweetheart Dance in February with Wendy Hall, Queen and Sue Hutson and Beverly Phelps Princesses. F.H.A. week was held April 4-10 with different activities planned for each day. The Spring Rally was held in April. The Betty Crocker Test was administered to the Senior girls in which Suzanne Hin¬ ton received the highest score and was given tire Betty Crocker Medal. Above Right: Mrs. Foster presents the Betty Crocker Award to Suz¬ anne Hinton while Diane Horn- berger, Co-ed correspondent, and Beverly Phelps, McCall ' s cor¬ respondent look on. Below SITTING: Wicky Dixon, Cindy Brown, Roberta Respess, Mary Ann Gibson, June Sutton, Mary Linda Hudgins, Mary Alice Armistead. STANDING: Linda Diggs, Goldie Forrest, Wendy Hall, Ellen Wade Cray, Mary Ellen Haywood, Marlene Hud¬ gins, Gayle Jarvis. Above Officers: Beverly Phelps, President; Linda Smith, Vice-President; Dana Foster, Reporter; Linda Sadler, Treasurer; Diane Hornberger, Sec¬ retary; Flora Morgan, S.C.A. Representative; Judy Hug ate, Historian. Future Farmers Above: Mr. Clements instructs some of the F.F. A. members on the fine arts of cabinet making. The F.F. A. is an organization for boys who are studying Vocational Agriculture in High School. The F.F. A. has participated in the following contests. Tradtor Driving . . . Third Place Soil Judging . . . Third Place Crop Judging . . . Fourth Place Forestry . . . Third Place Our social Activity was a Father and Son Oyster Roast. We feel we have had a most suc¬ cessful year under the leadership of Mr. Harry Clements. Above left Officers: Wendell Minor, Secretary; Richard Owens, Sentinel; Arnold White, S.C.A. representative; Thomas Callis, Vice-pres. ; Billy Car¬ ney, Treasurer; Richard Callis, Re¬ porter; and Ervin Morris, Pres. I Below KNEELING: Ronnie Mitchem, Bobby Edwards, Sammy Edwards, James Waddell, Gerald Jackson, Nelson Smith. STANDING: Roy Hundley, Terry Putt, Danny Soles, William Hubbard, Edgar Adams, Pepper Love, Charles South, Jr. , and Ronnie Ray. THIRD ROW: Terry Brooks, Billy Hudgins, Dale Garrett, Richard Ash- berry, David Love, and William Raines, Jr. French Club ABOVE: Mary Ann Childress, Helen Thacker, Alice E. Cherry, Ruth Ann Cannon, Bunny Hornberger, Linda Callis, Debbie Pisarsky, and Mrs. Dixon, sponsor. SECOND ROW: Sheldon Everding, Gail Sutton, Mildred Hudgins, Jeannie Hudgins, Linda Snow, June Sutton, Mary Linda Hudgins. THIRD ROW: Barbara Kimmel, Racheal Cannon, Margie Brown, Kathy Turner, Gail Jarvis, Shirley Daniels. FOURTH ROW: Bryon Thomas, Richard Armistead, Robert Lynn Soles, Don Ray Hudgins, Jerry Howlett, Fleet Foster, Sheril Millen, Galen Lemmon, Janice Hudgins. Le Cercle Francais was or¬ ganized at Mathews High four years ago. Sponsored by Mrs. Jasper Dixon, it consists of students having at least one year of French. It has for its colors red, white and blue, taken from the Tri¬ colors of France. Honi soit Mai y pense is tire motto. The club seeks to increase the number of students studying French at Mat¬ hews High School by promoting interest in the French language, arts, people and customs. The French Club takes two trips to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and donated to CARE for a needy European child. Above: President, Wallace Twigg, Jr.; Reporter, Rita Smith; Vice President, Fleet Foster; Secretary, Roz Hammond; S.C.A. Rep. Jerry Howlett; Treas. , Lynne Sadler. 50 Sports Club The Girls ' Sports Class is an energetic organization. The members are participants of Softball, Basketball, Cheer¬ leading or team managing. Rec¬ ognized by their blue and gold jackets, the members are those who have actively participated in a chosen sport for at least one year. Each year the class sponsors a football dance as the highlight of the fall activities. Mrs. Moug- hon has given this group very capable leadership as sponsor. Sports Club officers: Edwina Jackson, president; Genie Richardson, vice president; Betsy Hudgins, secretary ; Wickey Dixon, reporter; Gayle Jar¬ vis, S.C.A. representative. Mrs. Moughon, sponsor of the Sports Class. The energetic Sports Class works on the Football Dance nV • ' J •;;f, vr ■■■■% :■ ' FIRST ROW SEATED: Mildred Hudgins, Mary Linda Hudgins, Pat Hudgins, Gail Sutton, Mary Ann Childress, Dottie Foster. SECOND ROW: Arlene Hudgins, Judy Hugate, Sharon Hudgins, Mary Alice Armistead, June Sutton, Janice Hudgins, Roz Hammond, Loretta Ingram, Ruth Ann Cannon. THIRD ROW: Mrs. Moughon, Spon¬ sor, Mary K. Diggs, Rita Smith, Elaine Haywood, Sheryl Millen, Suzanne Hinton. Gymnastics Club Above: Top Members of the Gymnastics Club display their acrobatic talents during half-time at the basketball games. Above: Steve La yton, out¬ standing member of the club does a handstand. Newly organized this year, the Gymnastics Club has been quite popular. Members of this club have entertained at half time at home basketball games. They have received enthusiastic support and praise by students and specta¬ tors. Membership has grown and students are expressing much in¬ terest in this club. Above: OFFICERS: Howard Armistead, Treasurer; Ray Hunley, President; Steve Layton, Vice-President; Russell Armistead, Reporter andS.C.A. Representative; Helen Thacker, Secretary. A Jtl j L « Jl � i M i Jf SltB |i. ■ j U - iA M JL ?fj V J (fa ' } m mB a . m- m , T jpi U Lj dnZkf : _ Above: KNEELING: Alice Cherry, Helen Thacker, Jackie Harlow, Gayle Sutton, Jackie Sutton, Maggie Callis, Cindy Brown, Pat Pisarsky, Rachel Cannon. SECOND ROW: David Roane, Earl Jordan, Steve Layton, Ray Hunley, Ed Ripley, William Haywood, Danny Cade, Larry Brownley, Gerald Jackson. THIRD ROW: Betty Billups, Helen Bing, Charles Davidson, Russell Armistead, Howard Armi¬ stead, Richard Armistead, J. C. Ashberry, Elizabeth Maxwell, Faye Callis, Marguerite Maxwell. Below: Maggie Callis and Wil¬ liam Haywood show perfect form. Undisputed District Champs!!! DISTRICT CHAMPS! ! ! The Yellow Jackets experienced a very good season and were justly rewarded with the District Cham¬ pionship. Their record in district play was 7-1 and 9-1 overall. The girls worked hard and played well together. The tall defensive team was especially strong. Much credit for the Jacket victories must go to the competent coaching of Mrs. Allen Moughon. Above: Coach, Mrs. Moughon, Betsy Hudgins, Edwina Jackson, Co- Captains; Rita Smith, June Sutton, Managers; Rosalind Hammond, Scorekeeper. All admire the coveted trophy! Above: Betsy Hudgins, Loretta Ingram, Genie Richardson, Mary Linda Hudgins, Dottie Foster, June Sutton and Edwina Jackson. Lazy Seniors rest after hard practice. Below: FIRST ROW KNEELING: Genie Richardson, Edwina Jackson, Betsy Hudgins, Dottie Foster, Janice Hud¬ gins, Ruth Ann Cannon and Mary Ann Childress. SECOND ROW STANDING: Pat Hudgins, Gail Sutton, Sheryl Millen, Mary Katherine Diggs, Mary Linda Hudgins, Elaine Haywood, Sharon Hudgins and Loretta Ingram. w M He HI nfS |t Hi ' ' M District Champs The Mathews Blue Devils basketball team finished the season with a 17-3 record and the District Championship. The Blue Devils were undefeated in league play posting a 7-0 record. The team displayed championship ability throughout tire year and the ability to win tire close ones. The team was led in scoring by Norman Dinwiddie with a 23 point average, Richard Arnristead with all point average and Billy Walker with a 10 point average. The highlight of the season was tire victory over arch rival Gloucester. With this victory Coach Moughan won his one- hurrdredth game as a coach. The team ' s hope of State Championship was halted in tire first round of tire Regionals when they were defeated by two points. Above: SEATED is Norman Dinwiddie two year member of All-District team and a honorable mention from State. Norman admires the District trophy. Above: Scorekeepers and managers: Fleet Foster, Pepper Love, Terry Putt and Wallace Twigg. Right: Players in a huddle with Coach Moughon wishing each other luck for tire big one coming up. A Thrilling Tear 17 Wins 3 Losses Above: Coach Moughan talks over strategy with boys after the practice. Below: Mr. Moughon instructs players before a game. SEATED: Billy Walker, Michael Hutson, Jerry Morgan, Norman Dinwiddie, Richard Armistead, Howard Armistead. STANDING: Paul Townsend, Johnny Thomas, Galen Lemmon, and Russell Armistead. Above STANDING: Coach, Mr. Fry; Ed Ripley, Ray Hunley, Dale Garrett, Junior Ripley, Bucky Jarvis. SEATED: Charles White, Cornell Hudgins, Jimmy Courfman, Norman Sutton, George Sakellarios. Above: Mr. Fry talking to the Hudgins brothers Charles and Steve. Right: Bucky Jarvis, Norman Sutton and Dale Garret takes a break after practice. The Baby Devils finished the season un¬ defeated with a 6-0 record. The team displayed a well balanced attack and a keen sense of basketball. The team was led by Dale Garrett, Charles Hudgins and Norman Sutton. The team was composed of mainly Sophomores and Fresh¬ men. This should serve as a warning to all teams that the future for the Blue Devils in basketball is very bright. ■ J I w ' ms M As Always Classes Go On As Winter Days Grow Fewer — Above: Ellen Wade and Wayne during vocabulary studies in English Literature Class. Right: Some valuable unknown is discovered here in the Hammond Hall of Science by Dottie, Russell, Jack, Charles and Wendy. Reading, writing and arithmetic are seasonless. Each day of each season we may be found toiling away. As the winter days grow into spring days, we, too grow in knowledge. Above: 6x + y=2 and often effort x study = attainment. Above: Deep thinking can some¬ times bring forth a startling fact, especially in U.S. Government -- Howard ponders away. SPRING w ■ ■ • V. V ' % if 4WW A r MK 1 jTJ Elk mjmk fr o 4U ,, Some hard working Juniors enjoy the long awaited spring days at Mathews High -- Mary Alice, Fleet, Wallace Junior, Wendy, Pearl and Don Ray. The sun warms our campus as Spring come round again -- much awaited and wished for the days grow warmer. The Seniors begin to crowd many many happy memories into those last months as they see May Day, Awards Assembly, the Prom and Senior Day slip away. Spring is a time for trips and forensic activities. Spring is the time when baseball and track become the feats of the day. As coats are shed -- each is eager to get out of woolen garb and think of the wonderful days ahead -- If spring comes can vacation be far behind? 58 Ah! Spring Spring is also a most exciting time here at Mathews High School. Seniors are busy preparing the stage for the colorful coronation for the Queen of May. The Coronation is one of the most popular of the Spring happenings. Many students may be found outside enjoying the nice May sunshine. As seen here the Juniors (at least a few of them) step outside the worries and preparation of the Prom for a few minutes. Spring is a busy time for the Juniors, too, for the social highlight of the year revolves around them and the prom they give in honor of the Seniors. Painting and construction are a common sight around and many interesting activities go on within this group. Not to be forgotten is the most important object of Mathews High, -- that of learning. Spring is a time for scheduling classes of next year and the guidance counselors are busy with this day by day -- interviewing and aiding students -- Oh! Spring is exciting and it is a busy time too. Spring is the winding up time -- For all the earth is a beginning but here at M. H. S . it is both - - ending of a year and beginning for all Seniors -- Right: Junior buddies relax minute and share a joke. IPs Exciting The queen and some members of her court work on May Day decorations. Below: Spring is a time for scheduling next year ' s classes. Miss Nellie and Pal Jackson work on his schedule. Ruth Ann is swinging a wicked paint brush as mountains grow up in a hurry in prom preparation. 59 M.H.S. — Blue Devil Brass Band xWBWHircfffH m 4 Col 1 Rita Cannon Rachel Cannon Jane Howlett Deborah Hudgins Billy Walker Col 4 Beverly Gayle Marvin Car me an Joyce Owens Roberta Respess Marshall Smith Col 2 Dottie Foster Galen Lemmon Lois Garrison Helen Bing Ruth Ann Cannon Jeannie Hudgins Col 3 Kathryn Hudgins Bryon Thomas Kathy German Becky Robbins Robert Soles Director: August L. Sieben Drum Majorette: Cindy Brown 60 Members of Fifth period Band Class: Skipper Garrison, Joyce Faye Owens, and Marvin Lee Carmean under the direction of Mr. Sieben, Band Master. We were very fortunate this year to have as our Director Mr. August L. Sieben, a well known musician. Under Mr. Sieben ' s leader¬ ship the Band put on half-time shows at all football games, both home and away. We took part in the annual Thalhimer ' s Toy parade and gave a good account of ourselves. We held our spring concert in April. All in all, we ' ve had a good year. Above: Cindy Brown, high stepping Drum Majorette, puts the band through it ' s paces during half-time shows at football games. Left: The three Cannons -- Ruth Ann, Rachel and Rita with managers Don Ray and Johnny. Baseball Below: Just goofing off and gossiping between innings. Richard, Howard, Charles, and mighty Casey, J.C. Left: Coach Moughon instructs his pitching staff, Charles Hudgins, Bucky Jarvis, and Jerry Howlett. The Blue Devil baseball team finished the season with a 4-6 record. The District standing was 3-4, and good enough for third place. The team was led in batting by two sophomores; Charles Hudgins and Dale Garrett with very respectable averages of 345 and 350. The moundsmen were Jerry Howlett, Charles Hudgins, and Norman Dinwiddie. The team was composed mainly of Juniors and Sophomores thus giving the team a good nucleus with which to start next year. Team: ROW 1: Terry Putt, mgr. ; Charles Hudgins, Wayne Lewis, Richard Armistead, Howard Armistead, George H. Sakellarios, Charles Davidson, and Wendell Mitchem , mgr. SECOND ROW: Norman L. Sutton, Jerry Howlett, J. C Ashberry, Thomas Callis, Gerald Morgan, Dale Garrett, Bucky Jarvis, R. V. Carmean, and John Owens, mgr. BP? w Nl IP Mathews high school library mJf L- M? ' Wm ) t y- ' ' Jk. . 4 A a 1 ML m Team: ROW 1: Sheryll Millen, Gail Sutton, Mary Ann Childress, Elaine Haywood, Janice Hudgins, Betsy Hudgins, Patricia Hudgins, Sharon Hudgins, and Edwina Jackson. SECOND ROW: Rosalind Hammond, mgr., Genie Richardson, scorekeeper, Barbara Kimmell, Helen Thacker, Mary K. Diggs, June Sutton, Anne Merritt, Leigh Maxwell, Dottie Foster, mgr. , and Mrs. Moughon, Coach. SOFTBALL TEAM -- A GREAT SEASON The Girls ' Softball team finished with a record of 5-1. This was an all around good hitting, hard working ball team. Edwina Jackson, pitcher, and Betsy Hudgins, catcher, are two fine players who led the team to many of its victories. Much credit must go to the excellent coaching of Mrs. Moughon. Below: Gail Sutton at bat, with Mary Ann and Sharon on deck --a top-hitting trio. Right: Coach, pitcher, and Catcher are often seen conferring on mound strategy -- Mrs. Moughon, Eddie, and Betsy respectively. r Jerry Hewlett -- Broad jump man taking a flying leap during practice. Track — Sweaty Glory I The Mathews track team placed fourth in the District meet and third in the State meet. At State, Russell won the 880 yard dash and Howard was second in the 100 yard dash. The mile relay team won State honors and in so doing established a new State record. Special mention should go to Coach Fry for his efforts and time he put forth to train the team. Ray Hunley goes over in perfect style. Three of the Mile Relay team which won state honors and set a new State record. Howard, Russell, and Thomas -- with Coach Fry and Charles timing. (Norman Dinwiddie, missing). David Shaw, Charles Hudgins, George Sakellarios, Keith Sadler, Trimmie Richardson, and Jimmy Curfman. SECOND ROW: Charles Davidson, scorekeeper; Jerry Howlett, Thomas Callis, Tommy Chestnutt, Russell Armistead, Jr., Howard Armistead, Junior Ripley, and Terry Putt, mgr. THIRD ROW: J. C. Ashberry, Fleet Foster, Dale Garrett, Ray Hunley, Paul Townsend, Johnny Thomas, Wallace Twigg, and Wendell Mitchem, mgr. Our Share of Honors Forensics Robert Lynn Soles reads to Ellen Wade Cray and Genie Richardson. Ellen Wade placed second in District in Spelling; Robert Lynn placed third in District in Prose Reading, and Genie placed second in Public Speaking. Lynn Ball, District and State winner in Debating. Linda Ruth Sadler, District and State winner in Debating. Wickey Dixon, 2nd in District Debating. Lois Garrison, 2nd in District Debating. Rita Smith, 1st Irs. White, orensic coach. Norman Dinwiddie, 1st in District Public Speaking. Steve Layton, Boys ' Prose Reader. Margie Ann Brown, second in District Poetry reading. place in District and 3rd in State in Prose reading. 65 In The Merry Merry The Spring Follies line up in Review -- a really good program. Suzanne is crowned Queen of May by H. K. Brown, principal Never a prettier court seen at M.H.S. Month of May Jpper -- Members of Court and Escorts: Miss Beverly Phelps, escorted by Russell Maid of Honor -- Miss June Armistead, Jr. ; Miss Gayle Jarvis, escorted by Ronnie Sadler; Miss Judy Owens, Sutton, escorted by Keith Sadler; Miss Wendy Hall, escorted by Gary Broughman. .ower -- Members of Court and Escorts: Miss Beverley Gayle, escorted by Richard Armistead; Miss Dottie Foster, escorted by Richard Miles; Miss Judy Hugate, :scorted by Scott Hyatt; and Mi ss Genie Richardson, escorted by Bobby Diggs. May 7 was the date and the theme was Spring Frolic, which the court and audience found very entertaining. The Queen and court , composed entirely of Seniors, were chosen by popular vote of the student body on February 15, this being as close to Valentine ' s Day as possible. The background of the setting was a lovely old mansion of pink with tall graceful white columns intertwined with ivy. Prior to the coronation and program supper was served by the P. T. A. The whole program was well received and it was declared by many to be the most successful May Day ever. 67 Guests Wander in Fantasy Left: Guests find the pool of gold¬ fish interesting to watch. All types of dances were done at this gala occasion. Sometimes we were just all dancing at once and nobody knew who was dancing with whom. Below: Round and round they go as students are presented during the Grand March. Below: Junior girls render a lovely old favorite, Moonlight and Roses indeed there were. 68 Land of Moonlight and Roses Below Bottom: Girls line up during grand march, and a snap of the shutter sparkles the stars and silver balls. Friday evening, May 21, the high school gymnasium was transformed into a moonlit garden adorned with roses. Guests entered the garden over a bridge surrounded by a pond of goldfish. The tables were decorated with centerpieces and lighted candles. Each couple received favors of Prince Matchebelli perfume, English Leather, and Nunnley ' s candy. The Excells provided the music. Behind the Excells the moon was seen over the tops of the mountains. A program of music, the class prophecy and the welcome was presented to the guests. After the program the Seniors and their guests were honored in the Grand March. A supper, prepared by the mothers of the Junior Class members, was served by eighth grade hostesses. The memories of the wonderful evening and the fragrance of the roses will long prevail in the hearts of those who entered the Magic Land of Moonlight and Roses. Below: Seniors and guests being presented during grand march. 69 mwiw i m —rw . i n w i t r-f murr-rnT rrinniwi r A wards 1 Selected in the spring, New Cheerleaders meet with Coach Moughon for some preliminary instructions. Dimity Gay, Judy Armistead, Helen Thacker, Jackie Harlow and Alice Elaine Cherry. Below: Coach Fry presents a Big M to Thomas Callis, outstanding football Player. In this assembly all athletic awards are presented, as well as trophies awarded the school . Above: A certificate is given each student who has 100% attendance for the year. Here Mrs. Hudgins presents them to three punctual and diligent students. Nominated by the students of the Senior Class and selected by the faculty, the D.A.R. award winner this year is Miss Wendy Hall. Hard working, well liked by her classmates, and an honor student, Wendy was selected for this honor early in her senior year. Mr. Brown formally and proudly presents this deserved honor to her in the awards assembly. A wards Below: Juniors honored by being chosen as representatives for Boys ' and Girls ' State. They were nominated by their classmates and selected by the faculty, they are: Steve Layton, Jack Billups, Robert Lynn Soles, Rita Smith and Janice Hudgins. Senior Day Is Many things to many people -- Senior people, that is -- it is a day of special recognition -- underclassmen stand when we enter --or carry our books --it is a day when we can poke a little fun at our friends, the faculty -- it is a day for special recognition and awards for deserving Seniors -- it is a day when we eat together downtown, -- it is fun -- it is unforgettable -- it is sad too . . . it really is all things to all seniors -- it is the end and it is a pre¬ lude to the beginning -- Senior Day just can ' t be defined -- you just have to be a Senior to really know. Above: Well, sometimes I wonder if its all worthwhile a thoughtful senior is sometimes hard to find -- but J.C. is weighing his problems -- Could be he hates to leave or leave behind -- Oh, Well! Right: Highest Scholastic honors to these four -- Wendy Hall, highest average for girls with Ellen Wade Cray, Second -- Gary Broughman, second high for boys and Charles Davidson, Highest for boys. •Above: Senior Day is the day when the old annual editor, Dana Foster, passes all her troubles to tire New, Lynn Ball. MATHEWS HIGH SCHOOL LIBRA All things to all Seniors RY ght: Outgoing Senior Class President Larry Cannon offers congratulations and st wishes to incoming Senior Class Prexy --‘’Steve Layton. Above: Tis all in fun, Mrs. White. We love you just the same, says Lennie as Howard smiles approvingly. Left: A winning year in sports and these seniors have been outstanding in various sports -- Russell, Jr. (also received the General Excellence Award, Howard Armistead, Norman Dinwiddie (Athletic Award) Betsy Hudgins, Eddie Jackson, (Athletic Award). Below: For the last Senior Assembly, the Class of ' 65 presents a dignified appearance. Mr. H. K. Brown, happily presents Nancy Mann her diploma -- happily she receives it as Kathryn Hudgins also happily awaits her turn! THE MOMENT has arrived! mill CLASS OF Commencement Sermon AUDITORIUM Sunday, June 6, 1965 — 8:00 p.m. Prelude Processional_ God of Our Fathers , Warren Congregation Seated Invocation _The Rev. J. Martin Diggs Solo __ __ The Lord’s Prayer , Albert Hay Charles A. Davidson, Jr. Scripture and Prayer_ The Rev. Donald Kenslcr Special Music _ One Little Candle”, Malotte Members of Senior Class Introduction of Speaker_The Rev. John F. Layton Sermon _ __The Rev. L. R. Broughman Benediction _The Rev. Stuart A. Johnston Recessional God of Our Fathers , Warren Congregation Stands Postlude Commencement Exercises AUDITORIUM Wednesday, June 9, 1965 — 8:00 p.m. Processional_ Pomp and Circumstance”, Elgar Audience Seated Invocation _ . The Rev. Chester L. Phelps Introduction of Speaker Mr. D. D. Forrest Division Superintendent of Schools Address Honorable John Warren Cooke Member of Virginia House of Delegates Special Music _ _ Halls of Ivy”, Knight Members of Senior Class Presentation of Gift to School _ Larry Cannon Acceptance of Senior Gift Janice Hudgins Presentation of Awards_ Mr. D. D. Forrest Presentation of Diplomas Mr. H. K. Brown Principal Recessional __ _ ... - Alma Mater Audience Stands trjtus Above: Seniors get much fun out of presenting gifts to underclassmen. Here Sandra takes a little ribbing. Mrs. Foster gives final approval to daughter, Dottie -- recipient of the Merit Award. Above: Mixed emotions are much in evidence at this season -- Admired by parents and underclassmen, Seniors march from the auditorium. Right: Scholarship Awards -- Rita Cannon (Arien Award) Scholarships -- Wicky Dixon, Flora Morgan, Wendy Hall, (Standing) Beverley Phelps, Norman Dinwiddie, and Charles Davidson. Even dignified Seniors must make right all wrongs, even at graduation time. June 11 — School is Out!!! scbooT? WWW Hratgfc mpmi We Depart! ri� A Exams are over. One hundred and eighty good school days have passed. Summer is just around the corner and we leisurely think of the old swimming hole. It has been a good year. The golden hues of fall with all its work and fun -- the winter with more work and many rewards and spring with such promise for all especially the Seniors. It all has become history and we now think of fun and relaxation. The buses leave and the doors close. A quiet, tired old building relaxes until September when we begin again. 76 Mat HEWs high School - -