Myrtle Point High School - Bobcat Yearbook (Myrtle Point, OR)

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THEN RAIN AND FLOODS

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Arlene Burt Cathy Castle man Patti Cribbins Steve Crosby Larry Davis Walter Crook FIRST SNOW The 12th of January brought snowfall that established a quiet winter wonderland throughout the Coquille Valley. It provided for a much enjoyed week vacation for Myrtle Point High students. The continuous snow for 2 Vi days brought snowmen, sledding, cold feet, and snowball fights. Vehicles traveling on Maple hill found the going rough as they were constantly being bombarded by sledders and sleds. The snow also provided some excitement around Mr. Gordon’s home as his family, being from Los Angeles, were little used to this type of weather. When the snow stopped falling, the rain started, quickly melting snow and turning the area into many lakes. Many roads and highways throughout Southwestern Oregon were closed due to the flood conditions. On January 17, the river crested at 44.5 feet, many feet above flood level. The snowfall and flooding in the Myrtle Point area occurs every few years, and although some people become isolated, most everyone seems to look foward to this unscheduled vacation. We’re waiting to see what 1972 has in store for us!

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Susan Dctlcfson Karen Downs Susan Dumire Princesses and escorts: Jerry Kyte, Rose Edwards, Lyle Wilson, Shelley Bolling, Henry Grove, Queen Randy King, Kim Bartley, Brad Bosco, Marilyn Barklow, and Pat Poole. Larry Dawson Peggy Doyle Patty Dunn Queen Randy Chosen The Juniors chose purple and silver as the colors and 4A Time For Us’ as the theme for this year’s Junior Prom. Myrtle Crest gym was decorated with many streamers and the center was filled with balloons of all shapes and sizes. Baskets of flowers were placed on either side for the queen’s throne. Many tables were covered and placed around the room. A candle was put on each one. Cake and punch was served by members of the Junior class. The drummer in the band, which came from Ashland, was a former MPHS student. From the five Junior princesses, Randy King was crowned as this year’s queen. The other princesses were Marilyn Barklow, Kim Bartley, Shelley Bolling, and Rose Edwards. After the coronation, Randy and her escort, Henry Grove, danced the queen’s dance.