Memphis University School - Owl Yearbook (Memphis, TN)

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Keeping in tune with the nature theme of the Spring Festival, Earl McClanahan reverts to his primal instincts by consuming bushels of bananas. The banana-eating contest was but one of the many events, including an Arts and Crafts exhibition, Mr. Todd ' s sculpture, a magic show. Furry Lewis, and other performing artists. Having just obtained his sheepskin, Barry Rogers sets his sights on college. Leaving the protective cocoon of MUS. graduating Seniors scattered to areas throughout the world ranging from New York to Japan. SPRING — SUMMER 25 . i,

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Floored by a stray elbow, Honkey the Donkey displays his stubborn streak as Laura Sanderson tries to coax him into rejoining the battle. Each spring donkey basketball returns to MUS to enliven the squalid lives of the students. In the spirit of Joe Garagiola, Cecil White- Shoes Godman chews his chaw, while Chip Spaceman Lansden exhibits his beer gut. Participating in the tough American Legion League, MUS ' baseball team struggled through the season to a record of 8-8. The team was managed by Joe Davis. A benevolent Mr. Jackson looks at the hunger-crazed day campers, while Willie doles out more of the mysterious concoctions. As in past years, MUS Day Camp was very successful, providing future Buzzards with an organized form of summer activities. 24 STUDENT LIKE ' A

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On a muggy August afternoon, students play a furious game of water polo. A valuable asset of the school plant, the pool was often used by students to escape the unbearable heat. ; keeping with tradition, the 1977-78 cheerleaders were chosen for their beauty and popularity. At the Memphis Prep game, in which the Owls barely emerged unscathed, the girls pantomime their support of the team. ■Hi BHi 26 STUDHNI I III iTTf